I can't ever get through this song without crying. You worded in perfectly when you said it's a full immersion that you can see and feel. It's like you're there in it. 😭 😭 😭
As an addict I've had many situations where I wished I would've been left alone. Now with a family and a lot to look forward I'm glad someone saw more for my life than I did.
It always warms my heart to see someone react and appreciate the storytelling of country music ... thank you, Van for what you do - I so appreciate watching your reactions!
The man was sleeping, remembering his childhood, when life was good, when he was innocent. When life had not hurt him so much. When he was truly himself....
If anyone can watch his Grand Ole Opry "The Father, My Son, and the Holy Ghost" and not have tears they simply have to be dead inside. Amazing song, amazing performance, amazing message to anyone that's had to deal with that.
This just hit me like a ton of bricks! 💔 7 1/2 years ago as I sat in the recliner next to the hospital bed where my husband laid in our living room, he was on Hospice home care and he would be asleep but talking about his childhood on this old farm, talking to His parents who had long been gone. 😭😭😭 The day before he passed away he told me "I wish I could box you all up and take you with me". I miss him terribly 😔
Oh my heart is breaking reading this 😭 I'm so very sorry for your loss. I hope you find comfort in knowing you WILL see him again when your time to go home, comes.
Me too! His description of “home” takes me back to my upbringing in WV and chokes me up every time. Especially now that mamas there waiting on the other side…makes me even more nostalgic.
Van, Craig is an Afgan Veteran. He is an amazing songwriter. Craig lost his 19 yr old son in a boating accident. Please hear his story in “The Father, My Son and The Holy Ghost”.
He definitely is a veteran but I don’t think he serve in the Afghan war because he got his first record deal and singing career in the year 2000. The Afghan war didn’t start till 2001.
18 years ago my husband and I were traveling to Nashville frequently for infertility treatments. This song was newly released and played a lot on the radio stations we listened to on our trips. EVERY TIME I heard it I broke down in tears. We ended up with happy healthy triplets. This song brings back many emotions for me.
So glad you are listening to Craig Morgan! "This ain't nothing" is also a great song. He's country tender. Hope you stay on this country music run for a minute and find that country is soul, heart, love and of course drinking ;), but it's deep down real life on the slow true side of life.
❤ your reaction to this song. It is one of my favorites, haven't heard it in a good minute though. Country music has soooo many GREAT songs; we tend to forget about them over time. It was so good to listen and be reminded of this one. Don't worry about what other people think if you like country music. Embrace it and dig in. You'll be glad you did. You do you Boo !
This song has always stuck with me for some reason. It sounds upbeat and like a strole down memory lane, except that it's al framed by this story of a good cemaratine saving a man from freezing to death and the old man being mad about it. The emphasis on the last "Man, i wish you'd left me alone" really lets you feel how ready this old man was to die and he felt robbed of it.
This song and "If Heaven Was'nt So Far Away" by Justin Moore, does a powerful job of bringing emotions out of you. These two songs especially the older you get who makes your memories more valuable and comforting then Earthly riches.
This man’s music is always so real, so simple they’re deep. He sings of everyday ppl & events. Church dinners on Sunday, dirt roads, family Southern Mommas, & God. Craigs voice is like a snuggly sweater on a rainy day… just wraps you up & hugs you. His lyrics are always so poignant. Can ya tell I’m a Craig Morgan fan? Lol!
I cried the first several times I heard this song. I grew up in the country and I could see everything he sang about. The nostalgia for things lost from our childhood broke my heart.
Craig Morgan just gave you a masters level class in country music as it is based in telling a story, he told a story about someone telling a story. at the same time he gave that poor guy that was sleeping homeless on the street his humanity. the lesson in this Homily is in the brilliant way the "old homeless guy's" memories reminds us that people are not always born into the situations they end up in, and even though the man was in that happy place in his dreams, he still needed to try to help him. Craig Morgan was sadly a singer that was overlooked more than he should have been. he's a brilliant artist.
I would also like to say that I think it is also about " Hey I was almost home in my dreams and not homeless, I was not thinking about my situation but about the warmth and love and carefree life I had and you pulled me back into reality" My wife witnessed both her parents passing, she said there was happiness and calmness about them, so it was also as if the old man was saying "if I died, so be it, but I was happy and calm and would see my mom and dad again" I don't really see it so much as a sad song other than being in that situation in the first place.
I have a slightly different take on this song. Your take is that he was dreaming of better times, my take is that he wanted to die and be home again. I understand it from this point of view because every day I get closer to that myself. When your parents are gone and life has changed so much from the happier days of childhood, and in this man's situation of homelessness in the present while remembering the life he had as a child, it's fairly common to look forward to leaving the misery of life behind. As for myself, I grew up in a small town. We lived on a dirt road with 2 houses on it and you could count the cars that drove by for the entire day on one hand. Today there is 20 houses on that road and 2 subdivisions that attach to it. The road is named after my grandfather who was the first to build on it and is only a half mile long. Huge change in only 50 years lol. So you can see why someone may just wish to escape today's world and go home. My home is gone and will never come back again and some days it's all I can do to get out of bed and face a thousand cars on my 10 mile drive to work while remembering the days when I could make the same drive and not see a single car. Yeah, I can see the old man's point real well. You also said you were glad he was saved, but I have to ask "was he really saved?" Yes his life was saved, but when your life is so hard that you really hope to die is keeping him from dying really saving him? I used to think so, but that is fading away and I'm getting closer to believing that keeping someone alive in certain instances like this is more cruel than kind.
I LOVE IT THAT you can get the meaning to all these SONGS. For years people have discounted County music. But ALL music has a meaning. I live buy music and LOVE YOUR REACTIONS. Please have a MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY NEW YEAR. Also please do not stop what you are giving ALL PEOPLE LOVE YOUR CHANNEL
It’s not a bad thing that you’re appreciating Country Music. Thank you for sharing your videos with us. I really enjoy your channel and your reactions to everything that you post.
I'm glad I came across your channel. Love your reaction. In this country nobody should have to live this way. Since I lost my son to cancer I look forward to going home so I can be with him again. 💔💔🙏
Craig Morgan is probably one of the best when it comes to the art of storytelling through Country music. His songs "strong", "this ain't nothin" and "the father, my son and the holy ghost" are all worth a listen. You'd enjoy them all.
Putting labels on music is like putting labels on people, it's what's on the inside that count. All I care about is good or bad, do I like it or not. When it comes to music, it's either good or bad. I'm sure there are some Hip hop or Rap songs you don't like. Doesn't mean you don't like Hip Hop or Rap. I like classic rock and country, but I'll listen to Hip Hop and Rap if I like the song. Craig Morgan has several songs that will make you think. As others have said, This Ain't Nothing is one of those songs. He also has some that are light-hearted, Redneck Yacht Club and International Harvester. I enjoy your reactions. You're one of the few that actually listens to the songs and breaks down the lyrics. Keep up the good work.
My brother, from another mother ! I won't say a word bout you like a little country music. We all need to open our minds, and explore. We true music lovers know. Either it's there for you or it's not. If you can't or don't feel music, you will not hear the message the soul the meaning the depth, the chills thar some songs bring to fruition. We need to turn off the TV, and listen to more music. Without narrow minds, limiting ourselves to a certain type of music. I am 56, white born and raised Lexington KY. And since I was a kid, MOTOWN was always my favorite jam. But, I am well versed in about every type of music. I am a fan of yours, you have a great style and your very intelligent. Love to see your reactions, and you speak for a lot of people. Keep it up, my young brother ! Keep bringing us together regardless of stereotypes, classes, race, politics and religion. And believe me, you are doing just that with your brilliance, understanding and love of people and music. Keep fighting the good fight !
brother, love it. first time I heard this one I was driving, the imagery was so beautiful and profound that I could not see the road through the tears. Every line from the old mans retort painted a living mosaic of some of the happiest times in my life... and a stoic realization of just how easy it is to leave or loose it. I felt for the countless millions the world over who were there right now... almost home where things were good, right and joyous. thank you Sir!
I completely admire your thirst for new things. I feel though, that no matter how hard you want to "get" these songs, and the words, you can never truly know what it means unless you lived it. By that I mean a lot of us who love country music love it because it takes us back to our childhoods growing up in small towns and the country. Unless you have swam in a cool mountain steam on a hot summer day, drip dry on the bank stariing up at the sky.. you don't know how beautiful these things are. So simple, yet so awesome. Running through a field, or the smell of freshly cut hay.. oh my. In the same sense, I don't know what it was like growing up in a city. I am sure there are things that take you back to your childhood in the city. I don't understand it, but it brings smiles to your face. Same thing with country music. It brings smiles to our souls because we lived it, and most probably really really miss back then. Craig Morgan has some beautiful music.. I am glad you like him.
Country music tells a story and gets you in the feels at the same time. A lot of country singers use their platform to bring awareness to issues. Many have donated emence amounts of money to charities for the issues they are singing about.
Another great song by Craig Morgan “I Thought I was Tough” a couple of fun songs by Mr. Morgan “Redneck Yacht Club”, “International Harvester” “That’s What I Love About Sundays”
I often try to tell people there is more to country that just heartbreak. They just telling stories about life thar country folk can relate to. I love your reactions and appreciation for good music of all genres.
My dad passed away Dec 9th from COVID after being in the hospital since Halloween night. Yesterday, Dec 22nd, was when we laid him to rest with full military honors. This song has been a fave since I first heard it on the radio, but it made me think what my dad's "Almost Home" was. Well, it took me back to just before I called the ambulance to get him. I called them because my dad was having hallucinations and he was talking things that didn't make sense. For instance, he said we lived somewhere we never did, we've lived in the same place for 46 years. My mom asked him, "Where is your home?" He then pointed at her and said, "My home is with YOU." Not only was it real sweet and sincere, but that was something dad never did, publicly display affection. He loved my mom more than he would ever say, but he often did things to show is affection, because he thought people threw around words like "I love you" with such reckless abandon they lose any meaning. So back to the song and how it relates, I wonder what "Almost Home" was to my dad. My dad served in the Navy from 1961-65, being stationed in San Francisco, Seattle, and Hawaii. He didn't talk about his military life much, but he did talk about Hawaii, and how if you stayed away from the tourist traps it was as close, as he could conceive, to be heaven. Looking at pictures of Hawaii he took, I can see why. Also taking a look at his pictures from when he was a kid, living on a farm with his 6 siblings, building race carts, fishing, trapping, and hunting, I wondered if that was "Almost Home" for him too. Then I saw pictures of me sitting on his lap, or in his arms, as he read to me, and other pictures with my siblings, and his grandkids, and I wondered if that was "Almost Home" to him too. He went through so many ups and downs in the hospital, and almost all of it was under sedation or medically induced coma. So I hope that while he was sedated and comfortable, whatever home or all the homes he preferred, was where he was, that he was "Almost Home" in all of them. To exist in a dream or memory that is so real, so comforting, that you just don't want to be woke up and to live in it to the hilt, I hope that is what my dad went through till the good Lord called him Home. To think how much peace and joy he'd have puts me at ease, even though his funeral was only yesterday. It still doesn't feel like he's gone. We see his "ghost" around every corner, every place we'd find him relaxing in this house, but right now we are getting used to the idea that dad is Home enjoying the best times with the best people he knew and loved that passed before him.
You're an old softy. There is something about Craig that touches the soul. I grew up on rock but the older I get I'm enjoying music of all genre's. Good music is a blessing. Love your channel!
@@purplelove392 that, Little Girl by John Michael Montgomery, Fancy by Reba, Coward of the County by Kenny Rogers, Harper Valley PTA by Jeanie C Riley, Devil went down to Georgia by Charlie Daniels, just to name a few
one of my favs, thank you for covering & showcasing some of the good real country music, thats a part of ALL our lives as Americans & music lovers & story tellers. I too, love music of ALL genres..its American, it's our common interests & pasttime of everything American & everything music, heart & soul of our backgrounds & lives. God Bless & keep reviewing ALL great music!
Your secret’s safe here, my friend. My favorite genre in a sea of outstanding, talented musicians and arteeeests! God bless you and yours. Nice video reaction.
The smell of a field that has just been freshy cut.. Wow!! that brings back memories. If you ever have a chance to spend some time on a farm and work in the fields and with the animals, yeah I know all of the smells aren't always enjoyable ones but, there's just something about being on a farm and experiencing it... I wish everyone could experience that feeling. You really don't can't understand farmers until you've experienced their life. God Bless all the farmers and country folk out there. I know city folk like to talk it up and take credit for almost everything, but Farmers and Country folk, You really are what this country is all about
This is something that I have never understood . Believers, stating well it's a good day I woke up on this side of the grass. Or like you said" I'm glad he saved him. " A woman that is aged out and is on the downhill side of life I totally get this song and I hope when I have my dream of going home that no one wakes me. I am not suicidal by any means but I have a real understanding of this thing called life. From the moment we breathe our first breath after being born, we are destined to die at some point. If we believe in a higher power we should understand that when the body starts to give out and you feel you are no longer serving a real purpose, other than saving your loved ones some sadness, the dream of going to a better place should be a totally natural thing. That is the end goal isn't it. If you are not a believer and are correct in your thoughts, then it's just over and you won't know better anyway. So as I see it, those who fear to face death are those who are a little unsure of what they believe. That's fine with me , but don't be grudge and older person in pain for wanting to have their journey over. I don't mean this to be morbid I just have always seen it as a natural part of the cycle of life.
I first heard this song on the radio years and years ago and burst out in tears. I can’t help but cry when I hear it still. It’s so touching. I haven’t been thru your whole video repertoire but “He stopped Loving Her today” by George Jones is another touching song.
My mother always told me that the people you hang around with are a reflection of who you are. So, if they’re your friends, they have to be good people. So it wouldn’t surprise me, once they hear the music, they’d like country music as well.
Van, I appreciate your reactions and comments. It reminds me that we are all in this life together, and good people have more in common than we are different.
This is one of my all-time favorite songs. When he sings about his childhood it floods my mind of my own childhood. Being an adult is the biggest scam ever!
I'll double down on This Ain't Nothin. I live in KY and I was blessed enough not to get hit by the tornadoes this past weekend, but there are so many all around me that weren't so blessed. This Ain't Nothin is the perfect song for the way we are all coming together.
This song is full immersion...like a movie playing in your mind. You can see it, smell it, feel it...tears rolling
That’s exactly how I feel when I listen to this song. Especially growing up in the south. I can see it, smell it and feel it and yes I have tears!!
Yes indeed. Couldn’t have said it any better. So reminiscent of my childhood.
This is the virtual reality that humans have had for ever. Great storyteller and singer.
I can't ever get through this song without crying. You worded in perfectly when you said it's a full immersion that you can see and feel. It's like you're there in it. 😭 😭 😭
RIGHT LIKE MY SON MY FATHER AND THE HOLY GOST. THAT HE WROTE AFTER HIS SMALL CHILD PASSED FROM DROWNING.
As an addict I've had many situations where I wished I would've been left alone. Now with a family and a lot to look forward I'm glad someone saw more for my life than I did.
I'm with ya Brother!!!
Amen, friend of Bill here & so grateful that others never gave up on me when I did.
Amen
I just saw this 4-2023. I hope you are still doing well.
Adult child of a friend of Bill's. My Dad won his battle with 26 years sober when he passed. I pray you keep winning ❤
It always warms my heart to see someone react and appreciate the storytelling of country music ... thank you, Van for what you do - I so appreciate watching your reactions!
Craig Morgan has some of the most heartfelt songs.
♥ When we lose our empathy, we lose our humanity. ♥
True fact
The man was sleeping, remembering his childhood, when life was good, when he was innocent. When life had not hurt him so much. When he was truly himself....
One of my favorite artists, “This Ain’t Nothin” and “The Father, My Son, and the Holy Ghost” are great ones by him
If anyone can watch his Grand Ole Opry "The Father, My Son, and the Holy Ghost" and not have tears they simply have to be dead inside. Amazing song, amazing performance, amazing message to anyone that's had to deal with that.
Yes! Definitely The Father, My Son and The Holy Ghost!
@@WatchingFromWork6636 Amen on that Sir.
He already reacted to thr father my son and the holy ghost. He should do Tough or this ain't nothing
Yeah and can't forget what i love about sunday's.
This just hit me like a ton of bricks! 💔 7 1/2 years ago as I sat in the recliner next to the hospital bed where my husband laid in our living room, he was on Hospice home care and he would be asleep but talking about his childhood on this old farm, talking to His parents who had long been gone. 😭😭😭 The day before he passed away he told me "I wish I could box you all up and take you with me". I miss him terribly 😔
Oh my heart is breaking reading this 😭 I'm so very sorry for your loss. I hope you find comfort in knowing you WILL see him again when your time to go home, comes.
@jessicaballerstadttaylor1975 I have Faith that God will carry me through until we are reunited in Heaven 🙏💙
I cry every time I hear this song. That's the great thing about country music, there's a story to tell. Great reaction thank you
Me too! His description of “home” takes me back to my upbringing in WV and chokes me up every time. Especially now that mamas there waiting on the other side…makes me even more nostalgic.
Gets me every time.
The depth of meaning behind simple words. Perfection.
Van, Craig is an Afgan Veteran. He is an amazing songwriter. Craig lost his 19 yr old son in a boating accident. Please hear his story in “The Father, My Son and The Holy Ghost”.
Good Morning Texas Magnolia! I reacted to that one already, here’s the link: th-cam.com/video/w0slt-CzXMU/w-d-xo.html
He definitely is a veteran but I don’t think he serve in the Afghan war because he got his first record deal and singing career in the year 2000. The Afghan war didn’t start till 2001.
He is a combat veteran from the war in Panama 1989 through 1990.
Every time I hear this song, it brings tears to my eyes. Absolutely love this song.
Man, Craig can take you places can't he. It is like we were there.
18 years ago my husband and I were traveling to Nashville frequently for infertility treatments. This song was newly released and played a lot on the radio stations we listened to on our trips. EVERY TIME I heard it I broke down in tears. We ended up with happy healthy triplets. This song brings back many emotions for me.
He was dying, crossing over. Some believe that heaven is that place where we were the most happy.
He’s got some great songs, This Ain’t Nothing is another great one
That's my fav 🙂
The picture that Craig paints is so real for so many! Great reaction!!!
So glad you are listening to Craig Morgan! "This ain't nothing" is also a great song. He's country tender. Hope you stay on this country music run for a minute and find that country is soul, heart, love and of course drinking ;), but it's deep down real life on the slow true side of life.
❤ your reaction to this song. It is one of my favorites, haven't heard it in a good minute though. Country music has soooo many GREAT songs; we tend to forget about them over time. It was so good to listen and be reminded of this one.
Don't worry about what other people think if you like country music. Embrace it and dig in. You'll be glad you did. You do you Boo !
This song has always stuck with me for some reason. It sounds upbeat and like a strole down memory lane, except that it's al framed by this story of a good cemaratine saving a man from freezing to death and the old man being mad about it. The emphasis on the last "Man, i wish you'd left me alone" really lets you feel how ready this old man was to die and he felt robbed of it.
"This Ain't Nothing," by Craig Morgan is a good one too.
Especially after all those tornadoes that went through Missouri, Kentucky , Tennessee and Arkansas.
I agree. Both timeless songs. Craig is on point.
This song and "If Heaven Was'nt So Far Away" by Justin Moore, does a powerful job of bringing emotions out of you. These two songs especially the older you get who makes your memories more valuable and comforting then Earthly riches.
He definitely can hit all those heart strings. ❤️
Love Craig Morgan, his song Thats What I Love About Sundays is my favorite.
This man’s music is always so real, so simple they’re deep. He sings of everyday ppl & events. Church dinners on Sunday, dirt roads, family Southern Mommas, & God. Craigs voice is like a snuggly sweater on a rainy day… just wraps you up & hugs you. His lyrics are always so poignant. Can ya tell I’m a Craig Morgan fan? Lol!
I cried the first several times I heard this song. I grew up in the country and I could see everything he sang about. The nostalgia for things lost from our childhood broke my heart.
Glad you were able to HEAR it instead of just listening to it. Have a Merry Christmas my guy.
Happy holidays!
I love this song so much. The chorus reminds me so much of my childhood growing up in the country. Great reaction!! 🙂
Red Sovine was one of the greatest country storytellers. "Teddy Bear", "Little Joe", "Phanton 309", "Giddy up Go"
Craig Morgan is a beautiful story teller. One of the best
Craig Morgan just gave you a masters level class in country music as it is based in telling a story, he told a story about someone telling a story. at the same time he gave that poor guy that was sleeping homeless on the street his humanity.
the lesson in this Homily is in the brilliant way the "old homeless guy's" memories reminds us that people are not always born into the situations they end up in, and even though the man was in that happy place in his dreams, he still needed to try to help him.
Craig Morgan was sadly a singer that was overlooked more than he should have been. he's a brilliant artist.
I would also like to say that I think it is also about " Hey I was almost home in my dreams and not homeless, I was not thinking about my situation but about the warmth and love and carefree life I had and you pulled me back into reality" My wife witnessed both her parents passing, she said there was happiness and calmness about them, so it was also as if the old man was saying "if I died, so be it, but I was happy and calm and would see my mom and dad again" I don't really see it so much as a sad song other than being in that situation in the first place.
So true...
Closing my eyes while listening...could see so many childhood memories could be seen. Thank you
Another heartfelt reaction by Van the Man. "Moments" by Emerson Drive would be another good song to react to.
I second!! That’s a good one!!
Thats what i love about Sundays. Another good one.
Startin the day out a tear jerker, oh my Lord! Thanks for sharing 👍💙
Another one from Craig Morgan that gets ya right in the feelz. Please react to this ain't nothin immediately, if not sooner. Love the channel Van.✌✌
I love me some Craig Morgan. Thanks so much! 💋
If this song doesn't touch your heart, you probably don't have one. Respect Van, 🙏
I have a slightly different take on this song. Your take is that he was dreaming of better times, my take is that he wanted to die and be home again. I understand it from this point of view because every day I get closer to that myself. When your parents are gone and life has changed so much from the happier days of childhood, and in this man's situation of homelessness in the present while remembering the life he had as a child, it's fairly common to look forward to leaving the misery of life behind.
As for myself, I grew up in a small town. We lived on a dirt road with 2 houses on it and you could count the cars that drove by for the entire day on one hand. Today there is 20 houses on that road and 2 subdivisions that attach to it. The road is named after my grandfather who was the first to build on it and is only a half mile long. Huge change in only 50 years lol. So you can see why someone may just wish to escape today's world and go home. My home is gone and will never come back again and some days it's all I can do to get out of bed and face a thousand cars on my 10 mile drive to work while remembering the days when I could make the same drive and not see a single car. Yeah, I can see the old man's point real well.
You also said you were glad he was saved, but I have to ask "was he really saved?" Yes his life was saved, but when your life is so hard that you really hope to die is keeping him from dying really saving him? I used to think so, but that is fading away and I'm getting closer to believing that keeping someone alive in certain instances like this is more cruel than kind.
I LOVE IT THAT you can get the meaning to all these SONGS. For years people have discounted County music. But ALL music has a meaning. I live buy music and LOVE YOUR REACTIONS. Please have a MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY NEW YEAR. Also please do not stop what you are giving ALL PEOPLE LOVE YOUR CHANNEL
Good morning Van and the LFR family I hope you have a great day
Great reaction
Good Morning Warren! Hope you have a great day as well Soldier!
It’s not a bad thing that you’re appreciating Country Music. Thank you for sharing your videos with us. I really enjoy your channel and your reactions to everything that you post.
I'm glad I came across your channel. Love your reaction. In this country nobody should have to live this way. Since I lost my son to cancer I look forward to going home so I can be with him again. 💔💔🙏
This songs makes me cry every time. Makes me appreciate my elders when the reminisce about days gone by.
I have seen other reactions to this song. Yours is the most genuine, heartfelt one I've seen. Hands down. Keep up the good work.
I myself look forward to that portal to open up so I can go home. I have seen and done enough in this life.
Craig Morgan is probably one of the best when it comes to the art of storytelling through Country music. His songs "strong", "this ain't nothin" and "the father, my son and the holy ghost" are all worth a listen. You'd enjoy them all.
Putting labels on music is like putting labels on people, it's what's on the inside that count. All I care about is good or bad, do I like it or not. When it comes to music, it's either good or bad. I'm sure there are some Hip hop or Rap songs you don't like. Doesn't mean you don't like Hip Hop or Rap. I like classic rock and country, but I'll listen to Hip Hop and Rap if I like the song.
Craig Morgan has several songs that will make you think. As others have said, This Ain't Nothing is one of those songs. He also has some that are light-hearted, Redneck Yacht Club and International Harvester.
I enjoy your reactions. You're one of the few that actually listens to the songs and breaks down the lyrics. Keep up the good work.
My brother, from another mother !
I won't say a word bout you like a little country music.
We all need to open our minds, and explore. We true music lovers know. Either it's there for you or it's not. If you can't or don't feel music, you will not hear the message the soul the meaning the depth, the chills thar some songs bring to fruition. We need to turn off the TV, and listen to more music. Without narrow minds, limiting ourselves to a certain type of music.
I am 56, white born and raised Lexington KY.
And since I was a kid, MOTOWN was always my favorite jam.
But, I am well versed in about every type of music.
I am a fan of yours, you have a great style and your very intelligent. Love to see your reactions, and you speak for a lot of people. Keep it up, my young brother !
Keep bringing us together regardless of stereotypes, classes, race, politics and religion.
And believe me, you are doing just that with your brilliance, understanding and love of people and music.
Keep fighting the good fight !
brother, love it. first time I heard this one I was driving, the imagery was so beautiful and profound that I could not see the road through the tears. Every line from the old mans retort painted a living mosaic of some of the happiest times in my life... and a stoic realization of just how easy it is to leave or loose it. I felt for the countless millions the world over who were there right now... almost home where things were good, right and joyous. thank you Sir!
Criag Morgan made some of my favorite Music. 'This Ain't Nothin' and 'That's What I Love About Sunday' are two more great songs by him.
I completely admire your thirst for new things. I feel though, that no matter how hard you want to "get" these songs, and the words, you can never truly know what it means unless you lived it. By that I mean a lot of us who love country music love it because it takes us back to our childhoods growing up in small towns and the country. Unless you have swam in a cool mountain steam on a hot summer day, drip dry on the bank stariing up at the sky.. you don't know how beautiful these things are. So simple, yet so awesome. Running through a field, or the smell of freshly cut hay.. oh my. In the same sense, I don't know what it was like growing up in a city. I am sure there are things that take you back to your childhood in the city. I don't understand it, but it brings smiles to your face. Same thing with country music. It brings smiles to our souls because we lived it, and most probably really really miss back then. Craig Morgan has some beautiful music.. I am glad you like him.
Craig Morgan! Don't get much better than this!
This song has touched so many people. Like any art. It breaks down barriers. I love your videos man.
I'm loving your reactions and comments to Craig Morgan singing Almost Home ❤❤❤😢😢😢❤❤
Country music tells a story and gets you in the feels at the same time. A lot of country singers use their platform to bring awareness to issues. Many have donated emence amounts of money to charities for the issues they are singing about.
Another great song by Craig Morgan “I Thought I was Tough” a couple of fun songs by Mr. Morgan “Redneck Yacht Club”, “International Harvester” “That’s What I Love About Sundays”
I often try to tell people there is more to country that just heartbreak. They just telling stories about life thar country folk can relate to. I love your reactions and appreciation for good music of all genres.
My dad passed away Dec 9th from COVID after being in the hospital since Halloween night. Yesterday, Dec 22nd, was when we laid him to rest with full military honors.
This song has been a fave since I first heard it on the radio, but it made me think what my dad's "Almost Home" was. Well, it took me back to just before I called the ambulance to get him. I called them because my dad was having hallucinations and he was talking things that didn't make sense. For instance, he said we lived somewhere we never did, we've lived in the same place for 46 years. My mom asked him, "Where is your home?" He then pointed at her and said, "My home is with YOU." Not only was it real sweet and sincere, but that was something dad never did, publicly display affection. He loved my mom more than he would ever say, but he often did things to show is affection, because he thought people threw around words like "I love you" with such reckless abandon they lose any meaning.
So back to the song and how it relates, I wonder what "Almost Home" was to my dad. My dad served in the Navy from 1961-65, being stationed in San Francisco, Seattle, and Hawaii. He didn't talk about his military life much, but he did talk about Hawaii, and how if you stayed away from the tourist traps it was as close, as he could conceive, to be heaven. Looking at pictures of Hawaii he took, I can see why. Also taking a look at his pictures from when he was a kid, living on a farm with his 6 siblings, building race carts, fishing, trapping, and hunting, I wondered if that was "Almost Home" for him too. Then I saw pictures of me sitting on his lap, or in his arms, as he read to me, and other pictures with my siblings, and his grandkids, and I wondered if that was "Almost Home" to him too.
He went through so many ups and downs in the hospital, and almost all of it was under sedation or medically induced coma. So I hope that while he was sedated and comfortable, whatever home or all the homes he preferred, was where he was, that he was "Almost Home" in all of them. To exist in a dream or memory that is so real, so comforting, that you just don't want to be woke up and to live in it to the hilt, I hope that is what my dad went through till the good Lord called him Home. To think how much peace and joy he'd have puts me at ease, even though his funeral was only yesterday. It still doesn't feel like he's gone. We see his "ghost" around every corner, every place we'd find him relaxing in this house, but right now we are getting used to the idea that dad is Home enjoying the best times with the best people he knew and loved that passed before him.
You absolutely have to hear THIS AINT NOTHING by Craig Morgan he is such an incredible storyteller. Please listen to it
You're an old softy. There is something about Craig that touches the soul. I grew up on rock but the older I get I'm enjoying music of all genre's. Good music is a blessing. Love your channel!
Country music is really soul music. Early 2000's and 90's and back this is one of the better country songs and country singers.
Craig Morgan Facebook page shared this today. Love the reactions and how you were singing along at the end. Great song! 👍🍻
The part where he had some socks for gloves got me because we used to do that because we were too poor for gloves! Beautiful song!
I love how you just close your eyes and feel the music!
Craig Morgan is a great story teller !! Love his songs. Thanks for reacting
Emerson Drive... Moments is another amazing song about helping someone through hard times
Country music is the best when it comes to storytelling…if u liked this one Van, u have to check out “The Little Girl” by John Michael Montgomery
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Like "Don't Take the Girl"!
@@purplelove392 that, Little Girl by John Michael Montgomery, Fancy by Reba, Coward of the County by Kenny Rogers, Harper Valley PTA by Jeanie C Riley, Devil went down to Georgia by Charlie Daniels, just to name a few
one of my favs, thank you for covering & showcasing some of the good real country music, thats a part of ALL our lives as Americans & music lovers & story tellers. I too, love music of ALL genres..its American, it's our common interests & pasttime of everything American & everything music, heart & soul of our backgrounds & lives. God Bless & keep reviewing ALL great music!
Your secret’s safe here, my friend. My favorite genre in a sea of outstanding, talented musicians and arteeeests! God bless you and yours. Nice video reaction.
The smell of a field that has just been freshy cut.. Wow!! that brings back memories. If you ever have a chance to spend some time on a farm and work in the fields and with the animals, yeah I know all of the smells aren't always enjoyable ones but, there's just something about being on a farm and experiencing it... I wish everyone could experience that feeling. You really don't can't understand farmers until you've experienced their life. God Bless all the farmers and country folk out there. I know city folk like to talk it up and take credit for almost everything, but Farmers and Country folk, You really are what this country is all about
This song reminds me of papa. When we would go over the road we would sing this together. Thank you for bringing that memory home.❤❤❤❤👏👏👏
This is something that I have never understood . Believers, stating well it's a good day I woke up on this side of the grass. Or like you said" I'm glad he saved him. "
A woman that is aged out and is on the downhill side of life I totally get this song and I hope when I have my dream of going home that no one wakes me.
I am not suicidal by any means but I have a real understanding of this thing called life. From the moment we breathe our first breath after being born, we are destined to die at some point. If we believe in a higher power we should understand that when the body starts to give out and you feel you are no longer serving a real purpose, other than saving your loved ones some sadness, the dream of going to a better place should be a totally natural thing. That is the end goal isn't it.
If you are not a believer and are correct in your thoughts, then it's just over and you won't know better anyway.
So as I see it, those who fear to face death are those who are a little unsure of what they believe. That's fine with me , but don't be grudge and older person in pain for wanting to have their journey over.
I don't mean this to be morbid I just have always seen it as a natural part of the cycle of life.
Oh I LOVE this... got me teary eyed for sure. I have never heard it...
I love the way he responds to the music, This song touched his heart.God bless this young man.
Thanks Van. Love you and your amazing heart. Peace and blessings.
Thank you for showing me as an individual you are capable of feeling what I feel
This is the story of many , many veterans that believe in what they fought for,... To see their lives and legacy being destroyed in less than 2 years.
I first heard this song on the radio years and years ago and burst out in tears. I can’t help but cry when I hear it still. It’s so touching. I haven’t been thru your whole video repertoire but “He stopped Loving Her today” by George Jones is another touching song.
My mother always told me that the people you hang around with are a reflection of who you are. So, if they’re your friends, they have to be good people. So it wouldn’t surprise me, once they hear the music, they’d like country music as well.
I think he was almost in heaven!
All time favorite!!
This is a classic! Love the reaction! 🙌🏼 We won’t tell!! Lol 😉
I wish nothing but good things and happiness for you. God Bless You!
I love watching your eyes when you listen to these songs ❤️😍
Van, I appreciate your reactions and comments. It reminds me that we are all in this life together, and good people have more in common than we are different.
This is one of my all-time favorite songs. When he sings about his childhood it floods my mind of my own childhood. Being an adult is the biggest scam ever!
Check out "This aint nothing" or "Thats what I love about Sundays".
Craig has the best story telling songs. I love his voice too. Great singer.
Van, I know this is a year old. Your heart would be full to watch Craig and Jelly Roll perform this at the Grand Ol Opry. It’s so special!
I'll double down on This Ain't Nothin. I live in KY and I was blessed enough not to get hit by the tornadoes this past weekend, but there are so many all around me that weren't so blessed. This Ain't Nothin is the perfect song for the way we are all coming together.
That's what I love about Sunday, my favorite.
I love this song...it usually brings my near tears...give you a little well needed humility
You are a sweetheart. I can’t listen to this song without crying.
We're all almost home!!! Life's short!!!!!
Remembering life as a child when life was good for him
This song makes me cry like a baby and I'm not ashamed to admit it.
I love this song, great reaction
One of my best songs always makes me cry. I can feel it
He was remembering childhood memories when life was simple and felt loved and not alone before it was hard