GJ was one of AJ’s biggest heroes, that had to be a difficult song to sing, but he kept it together & killed it. And then removed his hat, which, as any country boy knows is the ultimate sign of respect. Kudos to Alan on a great performance. Honor, Dignity, Respect- the trifecta.
Yes he was. Alan stood up for GJ a little over 20 years ago at an awards show where they wouldn’t let GJ play his new hit. AJ without asking permission played it then walked off the stage. Such class. Such respect. We don’t see that very often anymore today.
@ DENNISH HARNISH I was always straight up R&R but then I decided I would expand my musical prowess and the 2 country artists that caught my ear first were Garth Brooks & Alan Jackson, that was 26 years ago still love ‘em you are right AJ is 1 of the best country singers of all time!!! For the last 22 years my #1 is Keith Urban!!! He checks all the boxes for me…”’
I am not sure how Alan was able to get through this song without breaking down. You can hear it in his voice a couple times while he was singing. What an absolutely wonderful tribute that Alan sang this song in memory of George Jones. From one country music icon to another. I lost it when he took his hat off.❤
For me, this is one of the greatest musical performances ever - regardless of genre. How Alan stood at this solemn event - the funeral of one of country's legends - and then sang George's greatest hit while his family and friends were weeping just feet away, and held himself together to delivery the emotion the song and setting deserved, is a staggering accomplishment. If you don't cry watching this and don't come away in awe of Alan Jackson, you've got no soul.
This song is George Jones most memorable song. Alan and George were good friends. George had a new song Choices. Alan had a new song also. The CMAs would not invite George to preform. Alan was preforming his new song. In the middle he stopped and started singing George's song. The crowd erupted!
Alan Jackson is a great artist who tries to stay true to traditional country music. His song, “Remember When”, always brings me to tears. This was very touching. 🌺✌️
In my opinion, Alan Jackson is in the top 5 of all country music singers. He not only writes his own music and the music to it but his voice is amazing. His idols were old school country and he loved George Jones… It’s hard to say who the Bestos but if you really dig into Alan Jackson he is a true, tried and true country music legend.
I've never seen or heard Alan's voice quiver. It was definitely hard for him to sing this. George's wife was sitting there crying. Great job Alan. Remember it's okay to cry. I love Alan so much. He's a musical genius. I'm afraid he's one of the last true country singers.
OMG he did such a beautiful job, he sounds almost exactly like Mr. Jones. It was chilling seeing and hearing him sing this at the funeral. Thank you Mr. Jackson for such a beautiful tribute to a legendary singer
First time I heard this from George Jones, I sobbed my eyes out. Took a good 10 years to get thru this song without sobbing 😢😢😢😢😢. Nobody can sing it like George did.
I’m 53 and listened to this song since I was a child.my father used to sing it all the time.but since losing my wife of 35 years it kills me more than ever due to the fact until I’m dead I will never stop loving my wife.music is fantastic and it’s universal and it brings us together.loved the video thanks for you for this ❤️
You should watch Vince Gill' "Go Rest High Upon The Mountain " at George Jones's funeral. It is sooo heartbreaking! I cried the whole time.( so did Vince)
Not that I am suggesting this as an alternative for the occasion, considering Alan's friendship with George but this is a decent version too. th-cam.com/video/gz8kAYWtzWA/w-d-xo.html
I don't always love the sound of country music, but I always love the humanity in it. There's not a person on earth that at least one country song doesn't hit them right in the gut despite the sound or tempo, every country song should tell a story that most people can relate to no matter where in the world or class we come from.
Yes George Jones and Tammy wynette were truly a match made in heaven and they did love one another until the very end it was a like a fairytale had came true when those two met and he was one of the greatest singers that ever lived
When George made the song whos going to fill there shoe's so so true we have lost alot of the original pure country singers but the songs will never leave us thanks Alan and all the country singers
Your expression on your face leads me to know you have been in this place yourself. The emotion on your face and your soul brought me to tears for George and for you my friend. God Bless.
Brother, never apologize for emotions. We all must face them. I love your tender soul and how it brings you to brokenness. Like strength, brokenness is part of us.
Alan Jackson had the toughest two tasks I've ever seen a singer have to get through, and he excelled at both. This performance and "Where Were You..." at the 2001 CMAs.
Alan worked his way thru that very emotional and moving tribute to George. I am sure he shed some tears once he got off stage. Thanks for your reaction Harri...best of 2022 to you and your family. Take care and be well. Peace.
I loved George Jones and Alan Jackson two of the very best country music singers these that call their music country NAW!! ain't bless you for showing this and caring with love
When my mom died,6 mos. After my father..we had to sell her car, and a cassette was playing, it was he stopped loving her today..it always makes me so sad..losing 2 parents in 6 months was hard, the love they had for each other was priceless..I miss them so, after 26 years
Such a beautiful tribute to his friend. Randy Travis sang Amazing Grace too. Wynona Judd sang How Great Thou Art at Tammy Wynette's funeral and it was lovely as well. Ty for t this reaction! 😭
Legend has it that when Jones finished recording the spoken-word part, which didn't happen for a couple of months after the rest of the song, he walked out of the recording studio and addressed the recording engineer. saying, "No one's gonna buy that morbid son of a bitch!" The Country Music Association awarded it Song of the Year in both 1980 and 1981.
Harri, this was most definitely the best reaction to this song I've seen. So heartfelt and moving. I have to think Alan Jackson had a hard time not breaking down during this performance. Thank you for being so honest and genuine with your thoughts and feelings on this. I hope this year brings you all the joy and success you deserve.
Alan Jackson is gasping for breathe, his emotions are so raw. This "could not have been a better tribute for a friend that you love. We share the same feelings with this one
A great song/ performance should always bring out emotion(smile, laugh or cry) in it’s listener, or it’s not doing it’s job. Never apologize for emotion. ❤️
I love George Jones and I Allen Jackson they are awesome I grew up with George Jones and I still right now and Allen Jackson keep on with the good work Allen Jackson
the first time I heard this song I was moved too but, I said, My god, this is the saddest song ever. I get emotional every time I hear. Trivia for you. Mr. Jones did not want to record this song because it was so sad. It became one of the greatest songs of it's time. Surprised the hell out of George Jones.
Alan Jackson was from my hometown. He used to go to my church until I was like 5 or 6 then he left and not long after he got it big. We had a big tornado in town last year and the dealership I work for put on a concert to raise money for the victims and Alan came and played to raise money. Helped us raise 2 million for the victims.
Is a powerful, sad song, George didn't want to sing it, said won't sell it's to sad, George was in first sobriety which didn't last with Tammy at the time, writer didn't want anyone else to sing it. A legend., Appreciate this
Alan Jackson is one of the most standup guy's in country music once at the CMAs they were not going to let George Jones play on the show so when Alan Jackson was doing his song he stopped in the middle and started playing George Jones song it was either this song or the song Choice's
Harri, I appreciate your emotional response. It's honest, from the heart. This may be the greatest country song ever, sung in tribute to one of the genre's finest artists by another of its finest artists.
In the same vein, Merle Haggard sang "Long Black Limousine," in his beautiful voice. "There's a long line of mourners coming down our street; their fancy cars are such a sight to see. They're all of your rich friends that knew you in the city, and now they've finally brought you back to me. Through tears, I watch as you ride by, with a chauffeur at the wheel dressed up so fine. I'll never love another. My heart and all my dreams ride with you in that long black limousine."
his hat removal was the ultimate salute. george was loved and admired by every person connected to country music. please do vince gill at George’s funeral. it’s amazing
You should react to Vince Gill and Patty Lovelace performing “Go Rest High On That Mountain” at George Jones’ funeral show. It’s another tear-jerker like this song is.
He's taking the hat off because a lot of people take their hat off at a funeral procession and people passing by some pull will stop for the funeral processions.I have always loved this song and Alan Jackson did such a awesome job.😢😢
Alan said the hardest thing he ever did was hold back the tears when he sang this.
Hat off broke me.... always loved this song, alan Jackson paid an absolutely amazing tribute! ❤
Me too, me too...😢
Alan is never without his hat. That moment was huge 😢
Alan Jackson was absolutely amazing! Just, chills.
He loved the man and the legend 😊
GJ was one of AJ’s biggest heroes, that had to be a difficult song to sing, but he kept it together & killed it. And then removed his hat, which, as any country boy knows is the ultimate sign of respect. Kudos to Alan on a great performance. Honor, Dignity, Respect- the trifecta.
Tip of the hat made me cry 😥
@@olly8 the crease on his hat made me cry. looked like shit
This is my song right here there's something special about Alan Jackson he was made for music
Sad song
Yes he was. Alan stood up for GJ a little over 20 years ago at an awards show where they wouldn’t let GJ play his new hit. AJ without asking permission played it then walked off the stage. Such class. Such respect. We don’t see that very often anymore today.
Alan Jackson is one of the last remaining country singer who reminds us of the pioneers of this genre.
No roses, no wine, no romance..... GREATEST love song of all time
Everything that needed to be said in three sad minutes; extraordinary songwriting and pathos!
Alan Jackson, what a great voice❤
Alan Jackson is one of the best country singers of all time.
Him and George strait
@ DENNISH HARNISH I was always straight up R&R but then I decided I would expand my musical prowess and the 2 country artists that caught my ear first were Garth Brooks & Alan Jackson, that was 26 years ago still love ‘em you are right AJ is 1 of the best country singers of all time!!! For the last 22 years my #1 is Keith Urban!!! He checks all the boxes for me…”’
Alan Jackson really gives the songs a lot of feeling while never over doing it with his voice
Love me some Alan Jackson. He’s one of the greats. George is the king.
100%!
He was fighting back tears the whole song and still nailed it
Alan Jackson's heartfelt tribute to his friend George was a beautiful thing to behold.
I am not sure how Alan was able to get through this song without breaking down. You can hear it in his voice a couple times while he was singing. What an absolutely wonderful tribute that Alan sang this song in memory of George Jones. From one country music icon to another. I lost it when he took his hat off.❤
Beautiful performance. Perfect.
For me, this is one of the greatest musical performances ever - regardless of genre. How Alan stood at this solemn event - the funeral of one of country's legends - and then sang George's greatest hit while his family and friends were weeping just feet away, and held himself together to delivery the emotion the song and setting deserved, is a staggering accomplishment. If you don't cry watching this and don't come away in awe of Alan Jackson, you've got no soul.
Agreed!
Well said
NO question. One of the best, paying tribute to his mentor at his funeral. Singing the greatest love song of all time. And he pulls it off 🤷🏼♂️
Very well stated.
This song is George Jones most memorable song.
Alan and George were good friends. George had a new song Choices. Alan had a new song also. The CMAs would not invite George to preform. Alan was preforming his new song. In the middle he stopped and started singing George's song. The crowd erupted!
I remember when he did that!!!
🙌 🙌 🙌
Choices is my favorite song.
I remember that
Alan Jackson is a class act.period.
I remembered seeing that. Good for ALAN!!!
Alan Jackson is a great artist who tries to stay true to traditional country music. His song, “Remember When”, always brings me to tears. This was very touching. 🌺✌️
Yeah, those of us married a long time it really makes you remember our years together.
He does stay true to it
In my opinion, Alan Jackson is in the top 5 of all country music singers. He not only writes his own music and the music to it but his voice is amazing. His idols were old school country and he loved George Jones… It’s hard to say who the Bestos but if you really dig into Alan Jackson he is a true, tried and true country music legend.
Agree 💯
I REALLY appreciate a guy who does reactions and can SHUT UP when a GREAT song is delivered by a GREAT singer. Thanks...!
George's best song. It was fitting to have it sung at his funeral.
I've never seen or heard Alan's voice quiver. It was definitely hard for him to sing this. George's wife was sitting there crying. Great job Alan. Remember it's okay to cry. I love Alan so much. He's a musical genius. I'm afraid he's one of the last true country singers.
Best country song ever by George Jones. I love this song.❤
OMG he did such a beautiful job, he sounds almost exactly like Mr. Jones. It was chilling seeing and hearing him sing this at the funeral. Thank you Mr. Jackson for such a beautiful tribute to a legendary singer
First time I heard this from George Jones, I sobbed my eyes out. Took a good 10 years to get thru this song without sobbing 😢😢😢😢😢. Nobody can sing it like George did.
Absolutely two of the best American country music singers of all time !! 👍🇺🇸
I’m 53 and listened to this song since I was a child.my father used to sing it all the time.but since losing my wife of 35 years it kills me more than ever due to the fact until I’m dead I will never stop loving my wife.music is fantastic and it’s universal and it brings us together.loved the video thanks for you for this ❤️
You should watch Vince Gill' "Go Rest High Upon The Mountain " at George Jones's funeral. It is sooo heartbreaking! I cried the whole time.( so did Vince)
Without a doubt one of the best heartfelt performances.
Heartbreakingly beautiful 😭💔❤️🩹
The actual video
I like the upload that includes him telling a funny memory about George before singing.
I have a hard time listening to that one.
absolutely the best country artist to sing this song at George's funeral. Alan Jackson has stayed right with his country roots
Not that I am suggesting this as an alternative for the occasion, considering Alan's friendship with George but this is a decent version too.
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Alan Jackson hit it out of the park with his heartfelt sincerity.
Only Allen Jackson could have sung that 🎵 at the George Jones memorial service. 😢. Bravo 👏 🙌. George Jones would be proud
This is the only time in 30 years I have seen Alan without his hat. Great job.
Alan Jackson Crushed this, was the best performance of GJ funeral ...Best of Country Music
Alan Jackson is a true cowboy, and country music singer.
Beautiful tribute to George
He sounds a lot like George Jones when singing this song. Almost like he himself was singing. He did a great job at this song.
I don't always love the sound of country music, but I always love the humanity in it. There's not a person on earth that at least one country song doesn't hit them right in the gut despite the sound or tempo, every country song should tell a story that most people can relate to no matter where in the world or class we come from.
That is probably the best description of how I feel about what country music means to most people. Spot on!
Yes George Jones and Tammy wynette were truly a match made in heaven and they did love one another until the very end it was a like a fairytale had came true when those two met and he was one of the greatest singers that ever lived
Vince gill tried to sing go rest high on that mountain at the same funeral.Touching
Alan did a real good job of that song.....George was a favorite of mine and always will be .....God bless him
I watched George Jones funeral live...I cried like a baby watching this performance...I still do...
When George made the song whos going to fill there shoe's so so true we have lost alot of the original pure country singers but the songs will never leave us thanks Alan and all the country singers
George Jones was married 4 times. The lady in the audience was wife #4 and he was married to her for 30 years until he passed away.
You need to check out another performance from this same tribute. Vince Gill and Patty Loveless performing Go Rest High on that Mountain.
Your expression on your face leads me to know you have been in this place yourself. The emotion on your face and your soul brought me to tears for George and for you my friend. God Bless.
Brother, never apologize for emotions. We all must face them. I love your tender soul and how it brings you to brokenness. Like strength, brokenness is part of us.
Alan Jackson had the toughest two tasks I've ever seen a singer have to get through, and he excelled at both.
This performance and "Where Were You..." at the 2001 CMAs.
I am so glad George found a match in Nancy. Married 30 years until his death. I enjoyed your reaction Harri
Alan worked his way thru that very emotional and moving tribute to George. I am sure he shed some tears once he got off stage. Thanks for your reaction Harri...best of 2022 to you and your family. Take care and be well. Peace.
I loved George Jones and Alan Jackson two of the very best country music singers these that call their music country NAW!! ain't bless you for showing this and caring with love
Can't beat that
Couldn’t have a better song or singer for this tribute to George Jones. One of the greatest.
When my mom died,6 mos. After my father..we had to sell her car, and a cassette was playing, it was he stopped loving her today..it always makes me so sad..losing 2 parents in 6 months was hard, the love they had for each other was priceless..I miss them so, after 26 years
You can tell how hard it was for him to get through that song. Alan never lost his humanity, no matter how big he got.
One of the greatest love songs ever.
Such a beautiful tribute to his friend. Randy Travis sang Amazing Grace too.
Wynona Judd sang How Great Thou Art at Tammy Wynette's funeral and it was lovely as well. Ty for t this reaction! 😭
That song is a tear jerker.
Legend has it that when Jones finished recording the spoken-word part, which didn't happen for a couple of months after the rest of the song, he walked out of the recording studio and addressed the recording engineer. saying, "No one's gonna buy that morbid son of a bitch!"
The Country Music Association awarded it Song of the Year in both 1980 and 1981.
What an absolutely beautiful tribute, kudos to you Harri for feeling for the family 👪 ❤ #realmendocry
That song is so heart breaking and Alan paid tribute to it and George
It affects you because you have a good heart. It’s too bad that we’re not all that way, life would be so much better. Love your reactions!!
This is one of the best songs ever written!
Harri, this was most definitely the best reaction to this song I've seen. So heartfelt and moving. I have to think Alan Jackson had a hard time not breaking down during this performance. Thank you for being so honest and genuine with your thoughts and feelings on this. I hope this year brings you all the joy and success you deserve.
This song always makes me cry❤❤❤❤
Alan Jackson is gasping for breathe, his emotions are so raw. This "could not have been a better tribute for a friend that you love. We share the same feelings with this one
A great song/ performance should always bring out emotion(smile, laugh or cry) in it’s listener, or it’s not doing it’s job. Never apologize for emotion. ❤️
That song makes me cry to sad very sad
I love George Jones and I Allen Jackson they are awesome I grew up with George Jones and I still right now and Allen Jackson keep on with the good work Allen Jackson
I've never heard the Alan Jackson version .. great song
When he took his hat off I started tearing up & getting choked up. Very emotional experience. Great reaction.
Awesome choice ❤🎉
Alan Jackson…no words wow
George Jones thought alot of Alan Jackson, Alan does George Jones song ,he stop loving her today very well. Fine job he does .👍💪❤
Thank you for an honest reaction. Never be sorry or apologize when tears fall from the heart.
the first time I heard this song I was moved too but, I said, My god, this is the saddest song ever. I get emotional every time I hear. Trivia for you. Mr. Jones did not want to record this song because it was so sad. It became one of the greatest songs of it's time. Surprised the hell out of George Jones.
Yes George Jones and his daughter Georgette Jones sing together....
You and me and time what a amazing song.
I enjoy your reactions. So thoughtful.
Thank you.
The song was written by Bobby Braddock & Curly Putnam.
Waw what a beautiful thing to do... the cowboy hat....
Alan Jackson was from my hometown. He used to go to my church until I was like 5 or 6 then he left and not long after he got it big. We had a big tornado in town last year and the dealership I work for put on a concert to raise money for the victims and Alan came and played to raise money. Helped us raise 2 million for the victims.
He is sooo AWESOME! Alan has a great & humble heart & soul.
A beautiful tribute sung by a beautiful man for a beautiful man!🤠❤😇
Is a powerful, sad song, George didn't want to sing it, said won't sell it's to sad, George was in first sobriety which didn't last with Tammy at the time, writer didn't want anyone else to sing it. A legend., Appreciate this
Alan Jackson is one of the most standup guy's in country music once at the CMAs they were not going to let George Jones play on the show so when Alan Jackson was doing his song he stopped in the middle and started playing George Jones song it was either this song or the song Choice's
You seem like such a sensitive, lovely man. That is a gift from God.
Waw yes he is a excellent country star, but nobody can sing this song like George Jones.
Greatings brother
Love Miriam S.A
Great respect for everyone who performed at this celebration of life. They all loved Mr. Jones so much I am amazed any of them made it through.
I could hear the emotions in Alan Jackson’s voice! I could see the emotions in the gentleman who hosted this show!🙏♥️. Beautiful!
Harri, I appreciate your emotional response. It's honest, from the heart. This may be the greatest country song ever, sung in tribute to one of the genre's finest artists by another of its finest artists.
I can’t hear this song without tearing up!
Keep your tender heart. You’ll fit in with God’s people with such tenderness.
Wow, he really killed that song, that was spectacular.
Love your reviews! ❤ Country music magazine rated this song as the number one country song ever recorded. What a beautiful thing ❤.
Eon of the greatest Country Western Songs ever!
That’s because you have a feeling heart thank you
GOD BLESS ALL OF GREAT ARTISTS THAT HAVE PASSED ON. MY HEART IS FELT WITH TEARS LOVE TO ALL.💞💜💜💜
In the same vein, Merle Haggard sang "Long Black Limousine," in his beautiful voice. "There's a long line of mourners coming down our street; their fancy cars are such a sight to see. They're all of your rich friends that knew you in the city, and now they've finally brought you back to me. Through tears, I watch as you ride by, with a chauffeur at the wheel dressed up so fine. I'll never love another. My heart and all my dreams ride with you in that long black limousine."
his hat removal was the ultimate salute. george was loved and admired by every person connected to country music. please do vince gill at George’s funeral. it’s amazing
When he took his hat off and held it to his heart ........ might as well have been a dagger. Thank you Harri, God Bless.
You have a heart my brother and not afraid to show your emotions. A true man
beautiful heartfelt reaction. well done !!
You should react to Vince Gill and Patty Lovelace performing “Go Rest High On That Mountain” at George Jones’ funeral show. It’s another tear-jerker like this song is.
He's taking the hat off because a lot of people take their hat off at a funeral procession and people passing by some pull will stop for the funeral processions.I have always loved this song and Alan Jackson did such a awesome job.😢😢
Alan always wears his hat, so that was big.
What a great tribute to George Jones, from his friend Alan Jackson, both men, are in a category, all their own!!!!! May GOD bless them both!!!!