With me being a black guy from the hood, I wish y’all could see peoples reaction when I tell them this has been my favorite since 2012. When I was in high school I played baseball. Every home game this was the last song we’d listen before hitting the field… No one would say a word or sing a lyric… just CAPTURED by the beautiful song we were listening to. One of my favs of ANY genre
I played this song for my parents, thinking they’d love it. But my mom said it made her too sad. I didn’t understand because I thought I was honoring them. They’re gone now. Such a deeply, personal song!
This song makes me think of my dad. He was in the Navy in WWII. After 15 years, he switched to the Air Force when us kids came along. Back then, the Air Force was better for families than the Navy. I saw several photos in this video of men in Navy uniforms. Toward the end, there were photos of men in AF uniforms. Couldn't tell if they were the same men. But I could "see" my dad all over this video. My hero. ❤❤
my other grandparents are passed on, but ill never forget the old b/w photo on the mantle from there wedding day papaw was in his army uniform, on crutches cause he had stepped on a land mine in Germany.... mamaw had never looked more beautiful.... killer song, really pulls at ya heartstrings....
I picked & played this specifically for my Grandpa at his funeral in 2016. He was an extremely decorated WWII Veteran. A member of the Elite Merrill's Marauders, an all volunteer unit. His allegiance to this Country doesn't end there. About 20 years ago he informed us, casually I might add, that he was a Code Talker during the war as well. Native American Code Talkers are the reason we won the War in my eyes. He was awarded the Medal of Honor for his acts of bravery Above & Beyond the call of duty. He never spoke much about the War when I was growing up & now I understand why. He was one of roughly 200 men who survived hell and back numerous times during their operations to overtake the Japanese. Of the original 2997 that volunteered for Merrill's Marauders, only 130 were found fit for duty when the missions were complete. He had no Heros welcome home by any means. He still was not allowed to enter the Businesses in Harlem, MT. Many of these businesses that proudly displayed signs stating "NO INDIANS ALLOWED" are still in operation today in our small town. At 92 years old he was officially Named the Chief of the Nakota people in Fort Belknap, MT for his acts of bravery. This scared Chief Ceremony had not been done for over 130 years. I am beyond blessed that my daughters were old only enough to witness this & remember this scared Ceremony. My youngest daughter actually participated in the Ceremony that day. Additionally, yes Additionally, he was awarded an Honory Doctorate from Montana State University Northern in 2012 for all his humanitarian contributions to not only the people of our Reservation, but the entire Country. Yes, I am extremely proud to be a direct decendant of this honorable man. Dr. Gilbert Horn Sr., Chief Return's with Prisoner Horse of the Nakoda Tribe. But to me he was Grandpa 💞 Thanks for reading if anyone is still interested 😀
I can't believe I haven't heard this until now. I gave up on Country Music a few years ago because it just ain't Country anymore. It tells a story, like a song should do. It makes me think of all those years ago. Mamaw and Papaw have been gone since 1977, Dad left us in 2002 and Mom left us in 2016. I can't even say how much I miss all of them. This song is what I needed today. God bless those generations that came before us.
I hear you. As I have watched the generations pass away before me … and realize that it is now up to me to choose what memories I leave my children and grandchildren … my heart aches for my parents and grandparents. They left me strong and sturdy … now to make sure I leave my family safe and steady … knowing they are loved unconditionally and for always.
At my last foster home I heard this song. Every year or so since then, I think about it. Today on the way to my “grandmas” funeral… I watched the video finally again. The line about not knowing what is hiding behind the gray, then the change to in color, made me hopeful. It made me remember that though some days are gray, I shall enjoy the moments in color right now, so one day, I can share of my times with whoever is willing to listen. That makes me hopeful for a better future. Thank you, Jamey✨ May all those reading, be blessed✨
My Grandfather served in WWII in the Navy, I enlisted as a United States Marine in 1989, Grandpa passed away before I retired from the Marines, but his stories and his life paved the way for the man I became, Thank you to the greatest generation this world has ever seen,,,,,,,,,,,,
Thank you for your service and your grandfather too! My granduncle was a veteran of World War 1, Peace Time, WW11 and the Korean Conflict. He retires with over 26 years of government service. he dies in 1968 with a rare blood disease. I have also several that was in the Civil War. Revolutionary War too. My 3 great grandfather was in prison in the Civil War and lived to be release and die at 93. While he was in prison, he wrote a song.
Thanks for your service brother. My Dad was a WWII Army Combat Vet that served in N Africa and the European Campaign, including D-Day. You may or may not laugh. He talked me out of joining the Marines and into the Air Force. Told me they had a lot of women. He knew I loved my women. He wasn’t wrong. 😂 That was in 1982 and a memory I’ll never forget. He’s been gone since ‘05 and is at the Veterans Cemetery in Agawam, MA. God bless your grandfather and my dad, they were from a special generation.
This song, Trace Adkins: Arlington, John Michael Montgomery's: Letters from home, Montgomery Gentry: (the title escapes me), but if you're familiar with the group you know the song... Just to name a few others.
@@johnnyutah482 he must. What a masterpiece. I feel the same though. This song has outlived friendships and a marriage and right now at 30 I'm thinking about how much has changed, I wish I did something cool like serve in the military or had a real career, thinking how much my face has changed so quickly from stress.
There are no words on Earth, to convey how absolutely artistic, and brilliant this song is. My Grandfather was a part of the 4th Marine Division in WW2. I'm a 20 year combat Veteran. I will never not tear up a little bit listening to this song.....
Couldn't agree more. My ole man survived D Day & never talked about it or carried himself any different. He knew who he was & didn't need to show it. R.I.P. Pops 🙏
Reminds me of my dad. He flew 10 Hump missions over the Himalayas during WWII..He also flew in the the Berlin Airlift. He was the reason I became a pilot. And after 50 years of it, I'm retired. I miss you dad. Rest in peace. I hope you're catching plenty of largemouth bass up there. I'll join you someday.
Yep, I was in tears all the way through. I had never heard of Jamey Johnson before he sang with Oliver Anthony. Don't know where I have been or where I was when this one came out. Incredible song.
I'm a 35 year old guy from England. I only came across this song in the last year. I have no real direct frame of reference for the scenes portrayed in these lyrics, but despite that this song makes me cry every time I hear it. Astonishing piece of music.
Youre welcome to a barbeque at my place any day. We'll set off fireworks, shoot some clay pigeons and we'll be free. Also due to the times , God save the Queen. See you around friend.
The decade of the 30's the US was in it's worst economic depression. So many people suffered from hunger. In the 40's after the bombing of Pearl Harbor the US was no longer playing an indirect role in WWII. The song then transitions over to his grandfather's account of the war then finishes up with his story about coming home and continues into today....this is an amazing well written contribution of his grandfather's table talk of his life!
I've heard this song a hundred times and it makes me cry every dang time. This could be my grandpa he's singing about and I miss him so much. I agree. This song is just astonishing
this is one of those songs that when it comes on you turn it up and you listen quietly and just soak it all in. this song gives me chills every single time I hear it. ♡
This song is what is the story of my Dad! He, went over seas when he was 17, had his 18th birthday going over seas! Fought in Korea, for 4 yrs! My, Dad is gone but this is the story of his life and mine! Love you Daddy! He, was hell of a soldier!
A lot like my dad. Coming from a VERY long line of military veterans, he enlisted in the Army at 16 (they had to lie about their age back then & could get away with it, plus his family was very poor, his dad being killed in a auto crash while coming back from fighting in WW1, when my dad was 2, & had 5 older sisters, some old enough to easily be his mother), & he fought in Korea sometime afterwards. My gram never accepted any public nor military assistance, & she worked for 5 cents/hr at a bakery. But Dad met some great friends during that time. My fave was a guy who was in the Marines fighting there. As luck would have it, he was from the same small mountain town my family lived, & shortly after I arrived in the world ('69), the man had opened a biker bar. Lol My crazy biker cousin on my mom's side would take me & my bestie in, starting when we were 15, & leave us. So many classic rock songs playing constantly (back then, classic rock was 60's & 70's, mostly), a lot of games of pool played & darts thrown, awesome food, spectacular people, & unbeatable memories. It's still the same today, minus the bikers & fixed up, of course. I.D.'s weren't exactly a top priority back then, especially there. The owner was always sitting on the same stool, far end of the bar, & it appeared he was always sleeping, because his eyes were closed when you got close enough to see. Fooled me! He was not only aware I was in there, he also knew who I was, somehow (Dad had spies for me EVERYWHERE!!) But the owner was really cool about it, never telling my dad because he knew my dad well & knew he would've made me suffer, horrendously, lol. He actually served me & kept an eye on me when things got rough there, as it often did. That was my regular spot until I moved out-of-state at 25. What I did not know a lot of those yrs was that one of my grade school teachers was the owner's wife, but she was never there, thank goodness! Lol I came back a few yrs ago (4/2021) to spend my parents' last yrs with them, along with my older brother. My bestie of nearly 45 yrs & I still go there, & although that owner has long ago died, his family still owns & runs it. My old teacher even makes appearances sometimes. That family is top-of-the-line people, always. Dad died in Jan '23 at 90-yrs-old, Mom just passed a few mos ago, in March, at 88. My youngest son is now a U.S. Marine, just starting his 7th yr. I thank all who've served, & I appreciate them very much. ❤
My dad was part of the greatest generation and for those who were part of it, calling you the greatest just doesn't seem to be enough. My hat goes off to all of you, thank you so much
I work in a nursing home kitchen, and serve what's left of these folks their meals....there's no one like them, their numbers are dwindling; get every last story out of them that you can, especially now that CV is here....what a great tribute in song form.
Hey Jamie, thank you for this song and thank you for walking on stage with Oliver Anthony. Both mean a lot to all of us. God bless you and your family and your future.
I have one last great grandfather from ww2. He recently told me his stories, since his memory has started to go. It was the first time I saw the man cry. What he went through, he said, is something no person should ever have to do or see. He's 93 years old. His generation is passing, and I think he knows his time is coming. It's sad to see it happen with your own eyes. This song will always remind me of him.
Logan, thanks for sharing this story. The sacrifices made for this country to be free is almost inconceivable. What an honor for you and others to have family who paid their dues and made the sacrifices. And what an honor for those of us who did not to live in this great nation.Tom
My Step Great grandpa died of leukemia the day before easter and whenever we would drive to lafeyette to see him he's be worse. Same with my grandpa we saw him everyday even the day he died. My grandpa waited until he saw everyone he could then when my MiMi left him in the Living room to get him food he passed he died only a few months ago while my Great Grandpa died in 2015
This song takes me back to the early 90s. A six year old sitting at a kitchen table listening to a ball game on the am radio looking at a black and white photo album with my hero (grandfather). Verse two hits me so hard, my grandfather flew a b-17 throughout ww2 fighting in 8 different battles including D-day. He also had a unbreakable bond with his tail gunner. It makes me sad knowing where we came from, and knowing how hard our ancestors fought for our land and liberties while our leaders piss it all away. Amen and god bless to all who have severed, sacrificed, and died for our country 🇺🇸
Me, sitting at the kitchen table, 6 years old...1992. The smell of cigarettes, the sound of country music softly playing in the background...the parents and older folks sipping coffee...those were the days....the last of the true "good ol'days." Small town America. ❤
That is why I served in the us army....I still feel that I didn't do enough for our fellow soldiers and vets. Now I am a veteran and remember everything as if it was yesterday
I couldn't have said it any better than you.... " It makes me sad knowing where we came from, and knowing how hard our ancestors fought for our land and liberties while our leaders piss it all away. Amen and god bless to all who have severed, sacrificed, and died for our country 🇺🇸"
Sorry for the loss, my grandfather was also in ww2, Korea, and desert storm in his mid 60’s, he just had his second stroke at 93 and my family is starting to think about how much longer he has. It’s never easy losing someone with so much presence it could fill a room without a word being said. I hope you find peace again soon
When I’m working in the cold and busting every thing, thinking tomorrow is going to be the same. I think of my family, and the men before me who had to do the same thing, sometimes even worse. It reminds me that this is what real men do, and then I embrace it.
This song brings me to tears but I can't stop listening, I buried my father and March he was 96 three War veteran of the Marine Corps. The song makes me so proud of These Fine men who served and those of us who still do. Semper Fi
Its amazing ever since my dad showed this song and told it reminded him of my great grandfather I have not gone more then 3 days without listening to him play this masterpiece
Steve, I'm also 60 and yes, at our age we are blessed to have listened to the absolute best of country music. Songs like this reminds me of riding beside my dad in his 69 ford f-100 listening to am radio.
This by far is one of the greatest tributes I’ve ever heard to the heroes of World War II. Both my father and my uncle served. My uncle was killed at the battle of coral sea as part of the marine detachment on the USS Lexington. My father served as well in the army. Fortunately he did come home. I wish he could’ve heard this song. I remember being a kid, and him calling the music I listen to jungle music. I know he would’ve appreciated this one though. Love and miss you dad and uncle Ed.
My grandpa on my mom's side served in the Pacific on the US Enterprise, he was a radio tech - I was too young when he passed but saw his b&w service photos. My dad's dad served in the army in France during 44-45 when they were pushing the Germans out of small villages in tanks - just a decade prior he was in a cornfield, giving bird calls & shooting whatever came out of the trees for supper. I love this damn song.
That was a strong ship there too. It’s survived a few attacks.The USS Lexington a.k.a. the gray ghost. They actually brought it back afloat and got it operable. If my memory serves me correctly, it’s either in California or Texas as a museum. Both our relatives, we are true heroes. My father served in the army as petroleum engineer. Anybody that serves this country in a protective manner, is a hero in my eyes.
We have a photo of great-uncle Bill in 1945. He's smiling with the family. It was in black and white. What it doesn't show is the damage of being a POW of the Japanese for three years. Ulcers in his eyes rendered him virtually blind and malaria paralyzed him from the waist down when rescued. By the time of his discharged he recovered from if his sight and could shuffle walk. In the photo he's smiling. Inside he was mentally and physically wrecked. Then to add to the problems, my grandfather, who also served in the war with the Army, comes home with a Japanese bride! The family was either cold or openly hostile to Grandma, the exception being one of Grandpa's brothers, Thomas, and Uncle Bill. According to Grandma, Uncle Bill never raised blamed her for what happened to him, name called, cursed, or even raise his voice at her, but he would not stay in the room with her for very long. His name was was Corporal William Lee McMillan, USMC, Company M, 4th Marine Regiment. Captured in the Island of Corregidor in April 1942. Rescued at Bilibid Prison, Manila in February 1945.
My father served also inww2 D. Day , the bulde and on to the surrender. GOD bless those guys and gals of that generation...We can only pray that is not the end of the Blessings.
I think this song is one of the most under appreciated songs in country music. I still don't understand how this song was beat out by Taylor Swift at the CMA. I never get tired of this song. It has so much meaning. Is so well written.
I'm sure a sad truth is, country music Isn't Country Anymore. and taylor swift isn't country, she's a pop tart. If I'm gonna go that route, I'd rather listen to Britney or Shania. Amen 🙏 Jamey Johnson. 🇺🇸
My son brought this song to my attention. He said it reminded him of Grandpa (my Dad) He was a tail gunner in World War 2 and is still living. I can't wait to share this with him. Music really brings it homes so many times. Tears tears tears... Thank you Jamey Johnson!
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This song reminds of my 92 year old Dad's life. He grew up as son of a farmer in North Carolina. He was in WWII and Korea. That generation never complained. They just took care of each other.
Amen to that. Little shit heads now and days could learn ALOT from them..thats how I was raised,when you started complaining and crying about stuff,then they would really give you sumthin to cry and wine about.
This song saved my life during one of the hardest times of my life. This song came out around the same time my dad got diagnosed with cancer. He beat it and he's doing well now, but I was already on a self destructive path before that news got dropped on us, but this song awakened a long slumbering faith in life mentality for me
My dad went through the Depression in foster homes. He enlisted in the Army in 1942. Survived the war in Europe. He died in 1991. Dad I miss you a lot.
Drinking a beer on my porch listening to this. I listen to this song alot. My grandfather's both served this great country , and thankful for everyone who served
My father and I both worked in the photo processing industry. We were there when we went from B&W to Color. Developing all that B&W images we would say “you should see that in color”. This song makes me cry thinking of all the times with my father. ❤
As the grandson of someone who actually stormed the beach at Normandy I highly appreciate this tribute.Thankyou my friend.I would not be here today if it wasn't for him.Best.
I'm a 46yr old US Army vet of two combat tours in Iraq, 03-05, my Dad served in combat in Vietnam 69-70, his Dad, my Grandfather, a radio man at Utah Beach on D-Day in 1944, hit with German fire and was wounded, his younger brother, my Great-Uncle, served in combat in Korea 53-54, wounded badly with his right leg bein damn near blown off at the knee....all of 4 of us proudly served this nation, took our Oath of Enlistment very seriously and my Dad and I still do, and we all have suffered from the memories of the shit we saw, the shit we had to do, of the brothers who we lost to enemy fire....When I think back and remember the shit I wanna forget about Iraq, I can't get the smell of burning oil and human flesh outta my nose for hours afterward, it's the damnedest thing and not even time is helpin me forget that smell, it's as strong as ever...anyway, THANK YOU to anyone commenting here who served in a branch of our military, and yes, even you squids from the Navy....lol.....HOOAH
When I enlisted we weren't called squids...we were called WINS (Women in Naval Services)...So yes a Navy girl here...I want to thank you and your family for serving...May God Bless You All.
He served in the Marine Corps Reserve as a Mortarman assigned to Wpns Co, 3rd BN 23rd Marines. He got out before the Iraq War, and used to spend his nights of the 2 weeks Annual Training, playing his guitar and singing in the Barracks. In 2003, I was attached to that same unit to be deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and I have been told stories from guys who served with him.
My grandpa came over from Ireland on the Lusitania. Couldn't find work so eventually when he was old enough, became a boxer. A Kansas City golden glove boxer. He met my grandma and she told him he had to quit boxing. Soon after aquired his first Piggly Wiggly. Had 2 more before you know it. Then the great depression hit. He couldn't turn broke, starving people away. They would give him IOU's but he knew they could never pay it back. He eventually lost all stores, but karma was good to him and grandma. The rest you're going to have to watch on the big screen if I ever finish writing down his story. He lived to 99 years. Grandma 95. Miss them so much. Went there every Sunday as a child. Of course gramps had boxing on😊
its 2020 the world is eating its self alive and people have forgotten what it took to have the peace we have .... this song deserves more recognition than a side note in life. Semper Fi.
We're on our way to world war again. Hard times create strong men, strong men create good times, good times create weak men, and weak mean create hard times.
Roger that. My family has served this country in every war (and "police action") including the Revolution. We saw it in color. If you paid for it with your own sweat and blood, you know what it's worth.
Man this song is brutal to listen to. It tugs so hard on the strings of my heart. Just thinking of all the men an women that fought for our great country. And to now see how our leaders are treating it and our vets just completely disgusts me. Thank you to all those who served and serve now or in the future. I know my kids are safe in their beds because of people like you.
This song hits my heart every time now. I'd never heard it until I found an old drunk video of my Dad singing it on Facebook. He just left this earth in May and it makes me laugh and cry - and now have Jamey's (Dad's) CD in my player. I miss that guy so much. I love you, Daddy.
We all said, he put the video together because he knew he was leaving us eventually. At the end of the song, he said "black or white.. I love you all.. my name is Dennis Ray Wheeler. Mwa"
July 4, 2020. This song gives me the chills. It's a tough time in the US right now, and we are seeing it in color. I just want it to be red, white, and blue.
My grandpa was in the first division Marines stationed in Guadalcanal, South Pacific Japan. I inherited his USMC uniform from my grandmother. It’s my most prized possession. The blood, sweat and tears that are in that fabric is mind boggling. The things he did and had to see is something I would never want to “see in color”. He was the bravest and most badass man I ever knew. He was scared of nothing. That war changed him. He left a boy and returned as a man. How he survived that hell hole was all in God’s grace! It screwed him up mentally. I miss him everyday. We lost him in 1995. Greatest man anyone would ever want to know! USMC SEMPER FI STRONG!💪🇺🇸
My grandpa was at Guadalcanal as well. He also passed in '95. I wonder if they knew each other. They were amazing men asked to do more than any man should ever be expected to do.
Marines are the biggest badass's around.my dad is a Marine,inactive now,but as you no,once a badass Marine,always a badass Marine.My cousin is a Marine also.he just got done doing 13yrs of active duty.he was in the special ops.i have a total of 27 aunts and uncles that have served in every branch of the military. Every veteran I see,no matter where I am,or even if they are dickheads to me,I tell them how thankful and proud I am to be able to thank them for their services... I will b forever in debt,greatful and thankful for you,your family,my family and for EVERYONE else who has served and their families.. You are all in my ❤ and prayers..but,thank you sir for your services.i will b forever grateful.SEMPER FI 4life!
My high school history teacher would bring his guitar to class and sing this for us. Never really paid attention to the lyrics until now.. Now I understand the story behind it and what it meant. So powerful. Wish I could shake his hand and thank him
When I was I was deployed I heard a sergeant singing this at our MWR karaoke night, I could only imagine what he had seen, the friends he lost. Truly touched me most beautiful moment in my military career ❤
This song has always been special. Always working in Healthcare gave you beautiful stories about someone's life and family. They were giving life lessons and the happiest moments they had in life. It was so sweet.
Paul Gibson: Canton, NC. Grandfather, WW2 vet, worked at Champion paper mill when he got back for over 40 years. I love and miss him. The older i get the more i appreciate him. Men like him are not being replaced, i'll do my part to protect our flag til i leave this rock....in his honor. Serious stuff...
Salute! Canton, NC. Lived there in the mid 70's. Went to Canton Jr. High. Stopped thru in 2011 on vacay with my son to show him where I lived as a kid. Lots of stories to tell made there. That Champion papermill made that town. American.🇺🇸
My dad was in Korea when I was born, came home with 2 purple hearts and dist serv cross, found out much later he was at Chosin reservoir, never talked about it, just said never been so cold. His kind aren't seen much now but this song always makes me think of him
Who else is here in 2019. Thank you to all the vets in this great country of the USA! Thank you for your service and bravery! R.I.P. Dad i miss you like crazy!,
Yeah my Grandpa i never met died in world war 2 after they declared peace. My dad was in Correa. Rip Ronny Joe, "Dad", and Emmil Angle "Grandpa",...much love
My father introduced me to this song when he was dying of cancer and every time I still hear it I shed a few tears, this will forever be my favorite song, stay strong brothers and sisters, god bless all of you out there in this crazy world
Honey it’s ok to shed a few tears I’m just turned 62 and male or female when we shed a tear we are cleansing our souls my x husband never shed a tear the whole 10 and one day we was married until he found out he had cancer and he ask me to forgive him for all the things that he done to me !!! So if you shed a tear or you just turn it loose and let them tears flow it’s ok God Bless You Arlene
before i was shipped out on my first tour over seas my family all played this at my grandfathers funeral. everytime i hear this song i think of him and the countless of brothers and sisters that had my back. bless you jamey and bless all you.
@@chantelbarcomb1766 what are you talking about? there's no dividing here. You need to respect their title. Not everyone in the military is a soldier. That's army. You need to respect what their role and title is. You wouldn't call a fire fighter a policeman and vice versa. Theres no dividing or rivalry coming from me, they have titles.
I know of the song longer. I knew of this song. Wanna go and always always one of my faves. I read the lyrics and I couldn't stop crying. Wow, I love love whoever wrote this and I'm going to look further Intuit. And by the way, you sang it best. O. M gosh. Thank you, thank you. Thank you, writer and artist singing. Oh, M y goodness. Hope I could meet you someday.
I'm voice messaging via text to send a message or reply. But I was trying to say is I've known of this song a long time. By chance today. I happened to read the lyrics after a guy. 2 guys saying it last Saturday night from the state. I live in Minnesota. Amazing song what a story. I couldn't stop crying kudos.Thank you for sharing that wow.Wow, it moves me that should have saw it in color while smart.Thank you J.J. Great vocals and awesome song.Writing credit were credits due god bless hope to meet you someday
My Papa lived to be 94 yrs old. This song reminds me of him. He was in WW2 and told me several stories of him being in the US Navy. He was known throughout Georgia. He went through the Great Depression and he died a Millionaire several times over... I love you Papa! What an inspiration you are to me! I Love this Song!
I have never know either of my grand dads. The one on my moms side died in a tractor acident out in a feild in 1965 2 years after my mom was born. My other grandparents died 30 or so years ago and i have no clue how. Atleast your grandpa lived to be 94.
One of the most emotion-evoking songs ever written and played! Hard to NOT shed a tear listening to this, whether it's the 1st or 1,000th time! Thank you so much Jamey! God bless!
This song also reminds me of my grandparents. My grandfather served in WWII as one of the ORIGINAL Navajo Codetalkers. First 13. He developed the Code. My grandmother stayed in the states and worked in a Factory in California making parts for many air crafts. They were in love. She never knew of what he did in the war until the late 1970's early 1980's. He was sworn to secrecy and he uphold his promise to the USMC. I am PROUD of his courage and he is a true warrior like all that take the oath and wear the uniform. If it had not been for the Navajo Codetalkers, the war may have led a different path.
james peyton There's always the complaint of the previous generation calling the newest generation soft, but I think every generation after the greatest generation is soft because they didn't go through anything like WWII. That's why I like takling to old people. It's going to suck when they're all gone.
each war had it's problems; wwII a generation of men was nearly wiped out, very few are aware of what happened in korea, and the vietnam war was not highly supported at the time.
My Dad was a Korean War soldier ( A purple heart and 1 gold leaf cluster) bronze star.. My brother..101 1st air cav.. Vietnam.. I was an honor guard (I buried hero's) I looked at black and white pictures.. Thanks for the great music Sir, And thanks to all military past,present, future for your service, amen
What year did your brother serve in the 1st air cav? My old man was in 64-65 with Col Moore at La Drang. He was the radio op when Col Moore called in Broken Arrow. Culbertson was his last name.
My Grandpa was an airplane mechanic in the world wars. Grandpa and grandma had 11 kids.....this song reminds me of them SO much! Every line about this song resonates with me. They both were SO committed to each other! Songs like this don't exist anymore. Jamey Johnson is a legend!
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I agree this is one of my favorite country songs! Once you start listening to country, you realize that the country music stereotype of beer, whiskey, horses, and guns is false and only used in such a small percentage of country songs. Most country songs are about life and how to deal with hard times rather than anything else.
Dear God, I know I’ve heard this song in the past, however, it really really hit home for me tonight and I believe every word, and I want to revisit this song every day remaining of my life❤
My 18 year old grandfather from Rhode Island was a Private infantryman thrown into Italy at the battle of Cassino in 1944. They were trying to take a monestary at the top of the hill but we’re getting pummeled by the Germans who had the high ground. My grandfather got hit and luckily only lost his arm. His older brother Bill was a pilot and luckily made it through too, many others were not so fortunate. Every time I hear this song I start to cry, it’s some kind of beautiful emotional trigger which always brings my grandpa right back into my head again. Thanks for touching on the beauty of life Jamey!
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Absolutely loved this song since it came out, but last year I lost someone I considered a brother and on the way to the funeral this came on and his fiancé brother, sil and I all sang this crying. This song hits so much harder these days 😢
This is one of my favorite country songs, and that is saying something. Such a beautiful tribute to the lives of people and their memories, that only they can relive through the photographs. I tear up every time I hear it. Thank you, Jamey.
yeah, should have seen it in color. Vietnam 1970. me and Dave and Don and Floyd and Eddie all went in in 69. my brother went in in 67. Floyd didn't make it, Don didn't get to Vietnam, Eddie was captured, escaped with some others, he was never the same. my brother, Dave and I were wounded. not complaining, we asked for it be cause we all believed. Bless em all. this song brings it back, and not in a bad way...
😢whew! Y'all need to stop! Haha You're ALL making me cry! ALONG with the song! I'm a combat vet of the Iraq War, 07-08, 09-10. I was a Cav Scout in the Army. My grandfather (also Army) was a paratrooper in WWII. He also served in korea and vietnam. Thank you to all my brothers and sisters who served and to My Heroes of THE GREATEST GENERATION!!! I really and truly appreciate seeing how much love veterans are getting here. It's awesome. God bless all Y'all and God bless my brother Jamey!! God bless and rest Jamey's grandpa and grandma!
Makes me cry every time
With me being a black guy from the hood, I wish y’all could see peoples reaction when I tell them this has been my favorite since 2012. When I was in high school I played baseball. Every home game this was the last song we’d listen before hitting the field… No one would say a word or sing a lyric… just CAPTURED by the beautiful song we were listening to. One of my favs of ANY genre
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Yup
I played this song for my parents, thinking they’d love it. But my mom said it made her too sad. I didn’t understand because I thought I was honoring them. They’re gone now. Such a deeply, personal song!
This song makes me think of my dad. He was in the Navy in WWII. After 15 years, he switched to the Air Force when us kids came along. Back then, the Air Force was better for families than the Navy. I saw several photos in this video of men in Navy uniforms. Toward the end, there were photos of men in AF uniforms. Couldn't tell if they were the same men. But I could "see" my dad all over this video. My hero. ❤❤
Music that tells a truth has no color
This song is my grandpa. Born in 33, served in the military and married to the love of his life for 63 years... I lose it every time.
Along with somebody's chelsea by Reba. That's the marriage I aspire to have, and what my grandparents are.
both my grandparents are 96yrs old, and have been married for 74 yrs... you just dont find a love like that anymore.....
my other grandparents are passed on, but ill never forget the old b/w photo on the mantle from there wedding day papaw was in his army uniform, on crutches cause he had stepped on a land mine in Germany.... mamaw had never looked more beautiful.... killer song, really pulls at ya heartstrings....
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I love that song 😂😂😂😃😄😅😆😉🤗😇😮😇😇😇😇
This is, in fact, the perfect Country & Western song.
100% Agree - Unfortunately the next generation may not understand.
It's awesome amen thank you Jesus amen ❤❤❤
Nothin about trains
@@joey-iz3tdOr mama, or trucks, or prison, or gettin' drunk.
Absolutely.
I picked & played this specifically for my Grandpa at his funeral in 2016. He was an extremely decorated WWII Veteran. A member of the Elite Merrill's Marauders, an all volunteer unit. His allegiance to this Country doesn't end there. About 20 years ago he informed us, casually I might add, that he was a Code Talker during the war as well. Native American Code Talkers are the reason we won the War in my eyes. He was awarded the Medal of Honor for his acts of bravery Above & Beyond the call of duty. He never spoke much about the War when I was growing up & now I understand why. He was one of roughly 200 men who survived hell and back numerous times during their operations to overtake the Japanese. Of the original 2997 that volunteered for Merrill's Marauders, only 130 were found fit for duty when the missions were complete. He had no Heros welcome home by any means. He still was not allowed to enter the Businesses in Harlem, MT. Many of these businesses that proudly displayed signs stating "NO INDIANS ALLOWED" are still in operation today in our small town. At 92 years old he was officially Named the Chief of the Nakota people in Fort Belknap, MT for his acts of bravery. This scared Chief Ceremony had not been done for over 130 years. I am beyond blessed that my daughters were old only enough to witness this & remember this scared Ceremony. My youngest daughter actually participated in the Ceremony that day. Additionally, yes Additionally, he was awarded an Honory Doctorate from Montana State University Northern in 2012 for all his humanitarian contributions to not only the people of our Reservation, but the entire Country. Yes, I am extremely proud to be a direct decendant of this honorable man. Dr. Gilbert Horn Sr., Chief Return's with Prisoner Horse of the Nakoda Tribe. But to me he was Grandpa 💞 Thanks for reading if anyone is still interested 😀
Wow what a story, thanks for sharing. We Americans now take for granted our great nation and the sacrifices others made for us.
Proud of you, your family and your heritage
Sounds like a badass
your grandfather was a true hero.
Thank you
Aye dad! I miss you we told many stories thru out pics ....
I can't believe I haven't heard this until now. I gave up on Country Music a few years ago because it just ain't Country anymore. It tells a story, like a song should do. It makes me think of all those years ago. Mamaw and Papaw have been gone since 1977, Dad left us in 2002 and Mom left us in 2016. I can't even say how much I miss all of them. This song is what I needed today. God bless those generations that came before us.
I know, It seems like they young artist & their songs country mixed with some type of rap music.
Amen ❤✝️
I hear you. As I have watched the generations pass away before me … and realize that it is now up to me to choose what memories I leave my children and grandchildren … my heart aches for my parents and grandparents. They left me strong and sturdy … now to make sure I leave my family safe and steady … knowing they are loved unconditionally and for always.
This is an oldie country song that will outlast a million new country songs. Jamey is amazing!! Writes for a lot country artists
Yesterday,yes ,I feel you my friend,😢it ain't like the good ole days
At my last foster home I heard this song. Every year or so since then, I think about it. Today on the way to my “grandmas” funeral… I watched the video finally again. The line about not knowing what is hiding behind the gray, then the change to in color, made me hopeful. It made me remember that though some days are gray, I shall enjoy the moments in color right now, so one day, I can share of my times with whoever is willing to listen. That makes me hopeful for a better future. Thank you, Jamey✨ May all those reading, be blessed✨
Praying for us all girl, keep the faith ❤
I love this song so so much, and you have angles WITH YOU 🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️🤝
@@anniefoggie5359 Amen🤎 As do you🙏🏽 Have a blessed day!!
Beautiful comment. May God bless you.
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My Grandfather served in WWII in the Navy, I enlisted as a United States Marine in 1989, Grandpa passed away before I retired from the Marines, but his stories and his life paved the way for the man I became, Thank you to the greatest generation this world has ever seen,,,,,,,,,,,,
Thank you for your service and your grandfather too! My granduncle was a veteran of World War 1, Peace Time, WW11 and the Korean Conflict. He retires with over 26 years of government service. he dies in 1968 with a rare blood disease. I have also several that was in the Civil War. Revolutionary War too. My 3 great grandfather was in prison in the Civil War and lived to be release and die at 93. While he was in prison, he wrote a song.
Thank you for your service!
Thank you for your service Sir 🙏
Thanks for your service brother. My Dad was a WWII Army Combat Vet that served in N Africa and the European Campaign, including D-Day. You may or may not laugh. He talked me out of joining the Marines and into the Air Force. Told me they had a lot of women. He knew I loved my women. He wasn’t wrong. 😂
That was in 1982 and a memory I’ll never forget. He’s been gone since ‘05 and is at the Veterans Cemetery in Agawam, MA.
God bless your grandfather and my dad, they were from a special generation.
One of the greatest country songs ever written. Shoot, it’s one of the best written songs of any genre ever.
Agreed.
Totally disagree. But never mind.
@@MrsSlocombesPuddyCat talk to me lol what songs would you say?
I agree.
This song, Trace Adkins: Arlington, John Michael Montgomery's: Letters from home, Montgomery Gentry: (the title escapes me), but if you're familiar with the group you know the song... Just to name a few others.
This guy has no idea how many tight tough spots this song has powered me through. This is one of those songs that speaks to the soul.
Love and empathy have are colourblind
Honestly
I'm sure he knows...
It speaks so much to the memory of elders
@@johnnyutah482 he must. What a masterpiece. I feel the same though. This song has outlived friendships and a marriage and right now at 30 I'm thinking about how much has changed, I wish I did something cool like serve in the military or had a real career, thinking how much my face has changed so quickly from stress.
There are no words on Earth, to convey how absolutely artistic, and brilliant this song is. My Grandfather was a part of the 4th Marine Division in WW2. I'm a 20 year combat Veteran. I will never not tear up a little bit listening to this song.....
Semper Fi Brother I was in Viet Nam But Yeah Powerfull song
Semper Gumby I was in Iraq 03-06
Marine Infantry (0311), 1990-1994. Semper Fi
This song is a complete tribute to the greatest generation that ever walked on this earth. Thank you dad…
Couldn't agree more. My ole man survived D Day & never talked about it or carried himself any different. He knew who he was & didn't need to show it. R.I.P. Pops 🙏
I agree 100%
I'm def older than that generation....born in '89, but I'm an old soul and I'm terrified in the direction the world is headed.
@@aaronkirkland5211 You mean definitely younger?
@@vanlifebiker either that or buddy just turned 132
This song is American as it gets!! Salute to all the veterans, Thanks for the sacrifice you made for our freedom, GOD BLESS!!
Chris Begley-84 thanks you
Amen!! 👍
And about the grandpas who grieved their mistakes with their sons and made it up to G_d by being good to their grandsons.
correction needed. This song is human as it gets.
This song makes me tear up I couldnt imagine going threw that shit
How in the hell did I not hear this song before? This is a masterpiece in storytelling.
One of the best country songs of all time. You must have just started listening.
Oliver Anthony did a cover of this. That made me search this. Amazing song!!!!
@Stovenator5000 Me too. I never heard this before till I heard Oliver Anthony's cover song of this.
Welcome friends, kick yeer boots up, beer in that cooler 🤙
It really is.
Reminds me of my dad. He flew 10 Hump missions over the Himalayas during WWII..He also flew in the the Berlin Airlift. He was the reason I became a pilot. And after 50 years of it, I'm retired. I miss you dad. Rest in peace. I hope you're catching plenty of largemouth bass up there. I'll join you someday.
Thank you and your dad for your service❤
Bless him for his service. My father Army Air Corp.
This song makes me cry and it gives me goosebumps . One of the greatest songs I have ever heard .
Amen
@@HACKEDHahaha1 Yup. It is so powerful.
It's giving me goosebumps right now listen to this song
Yeah and on color it was a lot worse
Yep, I was in tears all the way through. I had never heard of Jamey Johnson before he sang with Oliver Anthony. Don't know where I have been or where I was when this one came out. Incredible song.
I'm a 35 year old guy from England. I only came across this song in the last year. I have no real direct frame of reference for the scenes portrayed in these lyrics, but despite that this song makes me cry every time I hear it. Astonishing piece of music.
Youre welcome to a barbeque at my place any day. We'll set off fireworks, shoot some clay pigeons and we'll be free. Also due to the times , God save the Queen. See you around friend.
The decade of the 30's the US was in it's worst economic depression. So many people suffered from hunger. In the 40's after the bombing of Pearl Harbor the US was no longer playing an indirect role in WWII. The song then transitions over to his grandfather's account of the war then finishes up with his story about coming home and continues into today....this is an amazing well written contribution of his grandfather's table talk of his life!
I've heard this song a hundred times and it makes me cry every dang time. This could be my grandpa he's singing about and I miss him so much. I agree. This song is just astonishing
this is one of those songs that when it comes on you turn it up and you listen quietly and just soak it all in. this song gives me chills every single time I hear it. ♡
You nailed it on the head D Kelley! I can't agree with you more!! I'm blasting this song as I'm typing with goosebumps down my back!
allan jackson
A perfect comment D. Kelley
yes it does for me to i love this song
D Kelley .
This song is what is the story of my Dad! He, went over seas when he was 17, had his 18th birthday going over seas! Fought in Korea, for 4 yrs! My, Dad is gone but this is the story of his life and mine! Love you Daddy! He, was hell of a soldier!
same for me and my uncle never came home 🗽🤛👊🌎
Joe is my dad
A lot like my dad. Coming from a VERY long line of military veterans, he enlisted in the Army at 16 (they had to lie about their age back then & could get away with it, plus his family was very poor, his dad being killed in a auto crash while coming back from fighting in WW1, when my dad was 2, & had 5 older sisters, some old enough to easily be his mother), & he fought in Korea sometime afterwards. My gram never accepted any public nor military assistance, & she worked for 5 cents/hr at a bakery. But Dad met some great friends during that time. My fave was a guy who was in the Marines fighting there. As luck would have it, he was from the same small mountain town my family lived, & shortly after I arrived in the world ('69), the man had opened a biker bar. Lol My crazy biker cousin on my mom's side would take me & my bestie in, starting when we were 15, & leave us. So many classic rock songs playing constantly (back then, classic rock was 60's & 70's, mostly), a lot of games of pool played & darts thrown, awesome food, spectacular people, & unbeatable memories. It's still the same today, minus the bikers & fixed up, of course. I.D.'s weren't exactly a top priority back then, especially there. The owner was always sitting on the same stool, far end of the bar, & it appeared he was always sleeping, because his eyes were closed when you got close enough to see. Fooled me! He was not only aware I was in there, he also knew who I was, somehow (Dad had spies for me EVERYWHERE!!) But the owner was really cool about it, never telling my dad because he knew my dad well & knew he would've made me suffer, horrendously, lol. He actually served me & kept an eye on me when things got rough there, as it often did. That was my regular spot until I moved out-of-state at 25. What I did not know a lot of those yrs was that one of my grade school teachers was the owner's wife, but she was never there, thank goodness! Lol I came back a few yrs ago (4/2021) to spend my parents' last yrs with them, along with my older brother. My bestie of nearly 45 yrs & I still go there, & although that owner has long ago died, his family still owns & runs it. My old teacher even makes appearances sometimes. That family is top-of-the-line people, always. Dad died in Jan '23 at 90-yrs-old, Mom just passed a few mos ago, in March, at 88. My youngest son is now a U.S. Marine, just starting his 7th yr. I thank all who've served, & I appreciate them very much. ❤
Rest easy warrior...🫡🫡🫡🫡
My dad was part of the greatest generation and for those who were part of it, calling you the greatest just doesn't seem to be enough. My hat goes off to all of you, thank you so much
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Thank them for Communism, inflation, hatred for Whites, etc. What a legacy.
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I work in a nursing home kitchen, and serve what's left of these folks their meals....there's no one like them, their numbers are dwindling; get every last story out of them that you can, especially now that CV is here....what a great tribute in song form.
❤❤❤❤❤ I hear ya!! I work in nursing homes taking care of the men that took care of us! I love and respect our Veterans!!
Thank you for taking care of them. They are a national treasure.
One day, I'll be there.....my own mortality
Yang Shen Thank you for your service!
@@13thvarebel16 Very nice of you to say...I'm honored. Those folks deserve our very best!
Hey Jamie, thank you for this song and thank you for walking on stage with Oliver Anthony. Both mean a lot to all of us. God bless you and your family and your future.
Olivier Anthony brought me here...life is so amazing.
Me too Chris-Oliver has opened my eyes
Jamey*
This is a great song man
U have to check out Oliver Anthony's porno shoot. A1 filming
Our Dad was part of that great generation. Wounded at the Battle of the Bulge went on to raise all of right. He saw it all in color ❤
My father went from Omaha Beach d day, the bulge, and wed my mother after the war.
We were farmers, S.E. tenn.
I have one last great grandfather from ww2. He recently told me his stories, since his memory has started to go. It was the first time I saw the man cry. What he went through, he said, is something no person should ever have to do or see. He's 93 years old. His generation is passing, and I think he knows his time is coming. It's sad to see it happen with your own eyes. This song will always remind me of him.
Goodbye grandpap. I love you.
1923-2016
my great aunt. 1924-2014. my gf broke up w me the day she died. worst day ever
Logan, thanks for sharing this story. The sacrifices made for this country to be free is almost inconceivable. What an honor for you and others to have family who paid their dues and made the sacrifices. And what an honor for those of us who did not to live in this great nation.Tom
May God Bless your hero of a great grandfather and welcome him to Eternal Peace when He calls his name.
My Step Great grandpa died of leukemia the day before easter and whenever we would drive to lafeyette to see him he's be worse. Same with my grandpa we saw him everyday even the day he died. My grandpa waited until he saw everyone he could then when my MiMi left him in the Living room to get him food he passed he died only a few months ago while my Great Grandpa died in 2015
This song takes me back to the early 90s. A six year old sitting at a kitchen table listening to a ball game on the am radio looking at a black and white photo album with my hero (grandfather). Verse two hits me so hard, my grandfather flew a b-17 throughout ww2 fighting in 8 different battles including D-day. He also had a unbreakable bond with his tail gunner. It makes me sad knowing where we came from, and knowing how hard our ancestors fought for our land and liberties while our leaders piss it all away. Amen and god bless to all who have severed, sacrificed, and died for our country 🇺🇸
Yes indeed. Never forget about the people that fought for Our FREEDOM.
Me, sitting at the kitchen table, 6 years old...1992. The smell of cigarettes, the sound of country music softly playing in the background...the parents and older folks sipping coffee...those were the days....the last of the true "good ol'days." Small town America. ❤
That is why I served in the us army....I still feel that I didn't do enough for our fellow soldiers and vets. Now I am a veteran and remember everything as if it was yesterday
I couldn't have said it any better than you.... " It makes me sad knowing where we came from, and knowing how hard our ancestors fought for our land and liberties while our leaders piss it all away. Amen and god bless to all who have severed, sacrificed, and died for our country 🇺🇸"
@@chrismiller4015 thank you for your service from the front porch, in the sticks of southeast Ohio.
We played this at my great grandfather’s funeral today he served in world war 2 and this will now always have a special place in my heart
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IT'S A BEAUTIFUL SONG . AWESOME! .. IM SURE IT FIT PERFECT. 👍
Sorry to hear that but this a amazing
Sorry for the loss, my grandfather was also in ww2, Korea, and desert storm in his mid 60’s, he just had his second stroke at 93 and my family is starting to think about how much longer he has. It’s never easy losing someone with so much presence it could fill a room without a word being said. I hope you find peace again soon
Thank him for his service🇺🇸
When I’m working in the cold and busting every thing, thinking tomorrow is going to be the same.
I think of my family, and the men before me who had to do the same thing, sometimes even worse. It reminds me that this is what real men do, and then I embrace it.
This song brings me to tears but I can't stop listening, I buried my father and March he was 96 three War veteran of the Marine Corps. The song makes me so proud of These Fine men who served and those of us who still do.
Semper Fi
Semper Fi
Semper Fi
My dad my mom and my step dad all served in the Marine corps my step dad one year away from 20 years of service
God bless everyone of them. Especially the ones who didn't make it home.
ERRRRAH!!
hbilly hoorah
One of the few country songs in the last 20 years that’s worthy of being a classic.
County is my favorite but that being said this will always be a masterpiece
One of the greatest masterpieces ever written.
Its amazing ever since my dad showed this song and told it reminded him of my great grandfather I have not gone more then 3 days without listening to him play this masterpiece
Amen
He didn’t even write this song
@@charliesanders6930 Well said and so true .
@@jaydinwalsh5821 ah yes he did
This was one of my dads favorite songs. He passed away in January. I’m glad I can still find comfort in the songs he loved💛
At 60 years old, I've heard and lived through all the greats. This has to be right at the top of the all time best. I love it.
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Steve, I'm also 60 and yes, at our age we are blessed to have listened to the absolute best of country music. Songs like this reminds me of riding beside my dad in his 69 ford f-100 listening to am radio.
This by far is one of the greatest tributes I’ve ever heard to the heroes of World War II. Both my father and my uncle served. My uncle was killed at the battle of coral sea as part of the marine detachment on the USS Lexington. My father served as well in the army. Fortunately he did come home. I wish he could’ve heard this song. I remember being a kid, and him calling the music I listen to jungle music. I know he would’ve appreciated this one though. Love and miss you dad and uncle Ed.
My grandpa on my mom's side served in the Pacific on the US Enterprise, he was a radio tech - I was too young when he passed but saw his b&w service photos. My dad's dad served in the army in France during 44-45 when they were pushing the Germans out of small villages in tanks - just a decade prior he was in a cornfield, giving bird calls & shooting whatever came out of the trees for supper. I love this damn song.
That was a strong ship there too. It’s survived a few attacks.The USS Lexington a.k.a. the gray ghost. They actually brought it back afloat and got it operable. If my memory serves me correctly, it’s either in California or Texas as a museum.
Both our relatives, we are true heroes. My father served in the army as petroleum engineer. Anybody that serves this country in a protective manner, is a hero in my eyes.
We have a photo of great-uncle Bill in 1945. He's smiling with the family. It was in black and white. What it doesn't show is the damage of being a POW of the Japanese for three years. Ulcers in his eyes rendered him virtually blind and malaria paralyzed him from the waist down when rescued. By the time of his discharged he recovered from if his sight and could shuffle walk. In the photo he's smiling. Inside he was mentally and physically wrecked.
Then to add to the problems, my grandfather, who also served in the war with the Army, comes home with a Japanese bride! The family was either cold or openly hostile to Grandma, the exception being one of Grandpa's brothers, Thomas, and Uncle Bill. According to Grandma, Uncle Bill never raised blamed her for what happened to him, name called, cursed, or even raise his voice at her, but he would not stay in the room with her for very long.
His name was was Corporal William Lee McMillan, USMC, Company M, 4th Marine Regiment. Captured in the Island of Corregidor in April 1942. Rescued at Bilibid Prison, Manila in February 1945.
My father served also inww2
D. Day , the bulde and on to the surrender. GOD bless those guys and gals of that generation...We can only pray that is not the end of the Blessings.
I think this song is one of the most under appreciated songs in country music. I still don't understand how this song was beat out by Taylor Swift at the CMA. I never get tired of this song. It has so much meaning. Is so well written.
I'm sure a sad truth is, country music Isn't Country Anymore. and taylor swift isn't country, she's a pop tart. If I'm gonna go that route, I'd rather listen to Britney or Shania. Amen 🙏 Jamey Johnson. 🇺🇸
Taylor who ?
@@jasonshoop4306Taylor shit !!!!
Country hasn't been country in decades.
Taylor....what a laugh.
Lost my Dad the day before his 78th birthday may 14 this year. This song is 100% about him, it brought me to tears. Thank you
My late grandfather was a marine
that fought in Guadalcanal during WWII. I can't listen to this song without shedding a tear.
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Same here.
That would happen with me if my great grandfather didn't speak to me though god
My son brought this song to my attention. He said it reminded him of Grandpa (my Dad) He was a tail gunner in World War 2 and is still living. I can't wait to share this with him. Music really brings it homes so many times. Tears tears tears...
Thank you Jamey Johnson!
for some reason i think its funny cause my brothers name is gunnar but its pronounced gunner.
If you're Dad is still with us, give him some love from Louisiana
Tina Leeth and Georgia too have the up most respect for our veterans thank him for me would you
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This song reminds of my 92 year old Dad's life. He grew up as son of a farmer in North Carolina. He was in WWII and Korea. That generation never complained. They just took care of each other.
They complained about black people wanting basic human rights.
@@mikeallen748 Every generation has their flaws. But playing the race card. You must be a Democrat
Libertarian. Nice try tho.
Amen to that. Little shit heads now and days could learn ALOT from them..thats how I was raised,when you started complaining and crying about stuff,then they would really give you sumthin to cry and wine about.
They took care of business. No matter how hard it was
This song saved my life during one of the hardest times of my life. This song came out around the same time my dad got diagnosed with cancer. He beat it and he's doing well now, but I was already on a self destructive path before that news got dropped on us, but this song awakened a long slumbering faith in life mentality for me
My dad went through the Depression in foster homes. He enlisted in the Army in 1942. Survived the war in Europe. He died in 1991. Dad I miss you a lot.
deep shit
He was a true hero. I'm sorry to hear he died
I hope you pulled through.
what was he like?
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Drinking a beer on my porch listening to this. I listen to this song alot. My grandfather's both served this great country , and thankful for everyone who served
Semper Fi
hooah
Hey brother I am a veteran of the Iraq War and I just wanna say thank you to your grandads for their brave service
@@zanefields9587 thank you for your service
My father and I both worked in the photo processing industry. We were there when we went from B&W to Color. Developing all that B&W images we would say “you should see that in color”. This song makes me cry thinking of all the times with my father. ❤
As the grandson of someone who actually stormed the beach at Normandy I highly appreciate this tribute.Thankyou my friend.I would not be here today if it wasn't for him.Best.
Cool, my great grandfather did
I'm a 46yr old US Army vet of two combat tours in Iraq, 03-05, my Dad served in combat in Vietnam 69-70, his Dad, my Grandfather, a radio man at Utah Beach on D-Day in 1944, hit with German fire and was wounded, his younger brother, my Great-Uncle, served in combat in Korea 53-54, wounded badly with his right leg bein damn near blown off at the knee....all of 4 of us proudly served this nation, took our Oath of Enlistment very seriously and my Dad and I still do, and we all have suffered from the memories of the shit we saw, the shit we had to do, of the brothers who we lost to enemy fire....When I think back and remember the shit I wanna forget about Iraq, I can't get the smell of burning oil and human flesh outta my nose for hours afterward, it's the damnedest thing and not even time is helpin me forget that smell, it's as strong as ever...anyway, THANK YOU to anyone commenting here who served in a branch of our military, and yes, even you squids from the Navy....lol.....HOOAH
Thank you and your family for serving to keep our freedom free God bless you and your family.
When I enlisted we weren't called squids...we were called WINS (Women in Naval Services)...So yes a Navy girl here...I want to thank you and your family for serving...May God Bless You All.
Thank you .
Thank you brother us army vet from 2014 to late 2017
Thank you 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
Jamey Johnson is an underappreciated Country music star and a USMC veteran. The perfect American.
Didn't realize he was a vet. Thank you for that information!
He served in the Marine Corps Reserve as a Mortarman assigned to Wpns Co, 3rd BN 23rd Marines. He got out before the Iraq War, and used to spend his nights of the 2 weeks Annual Training, playing his guitar and singing in the Barracks. In 2003, I was attached to that same unit to be deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and I have been told stories from guys who served with him.
Who wrote this song?
I agree
BLESED THOSE MEN WHO FIGHT FOR The love of his country. GOD ALMIGHTY BESS THEM..
THANK GOD FOR EVERYBODY WHO HAS EVER SERVED...i can't ever be grateful enough
Thank you
My grandpa came over from Ireland on the Lusitania. Couldn't find work so eventually when he was old enough, became a boxer. A Kansas City golden glove boxer. He met my grandma and she told him he had to quit boxing. Soon after aquired his first Piggly Wiggly. Had 2 more before you know it. Then the great depression hit. He couldn't turn broke, starving people away. They would give him IOU's but he knew they could never pay it back. He eventually lost all stores, but karma was good to him and grandma. The rest you're going to have to watch on the big screen if I ever finish writing down his story. He lived to 99 years. Grandma 95. Miss them so much. Went there every Sunday as a child. Of course gramps had boxing on😊
Hello
Would love to see that movie!
Probably one of the greatest songs of all time so much meaning for so many.
Every time I hear this song I tear up. Represents a time when everything was real and authentic.
It still is..remember this is 40 years
I don't think I have ever listened to this song with out tearing up. These words mean more than most can imagine
I have never yet listened to this song without sobbing.
Ditto brother
Yes!! Completely agree.
its 2020 the world is eating its self alive and people have forgotten what it took to have the peace we have .... this song deserves more recognition than a side note in life. Semper Fi.
We're on our way to world war again. Hard times create strong men, strong men create good times, good times create weak men, and weak mean create hard times.
this song ain't no side note- it's a history lesson about life. OOOOOORAAH!
Roger that. My family has served this country in every war (and "police action") including the Revolution. We saw it in color. If you paid for it with your own sweat and blood, you know what it's worth.
@@michaelbeaman892 semper fi
Semper Fi my brother!
Beautiful poetic song. Why is this not famous?
It was pretty big when it first came out.
@@antonedecosta9822 maybe I was out of the loop then. My fandom can be sporadic. I appreciate so many people.
Man this song is brutal to listen to. It tugs so hard on the strings of my heart. Just thinking of all the men an women that fought for our great country. And to now see how our leaders are treating it and our vets just completely disgusts me. Thank you to all those who served and serve now or in the future. I know my kids are safe in their beds because of people like you.
It used to be great now and days it’s just a liberals wet dream
Trump!
Absolutely!!! It’s sad
Our leaders should kiss the ground that are veterans and those currently serving walk on. They deserve respect. Period.
Yes scared for all hate in this world and sacrifice ppl 😭😭 do bless you 🙏
“That’s the story of my life” gives me chills. The meaning behind the words and the tone of his voice when he says it. Incredible man
This song is one of the rare few that forces tears and memories no matter when I hear it. Happened tonight. Miss my old grandpa being on the farm.
This song hits my heart every time now. I'd never heard it until I found an old drunk video of my Dad singing it on Facebook. He just left this earth in May and it makes me laugh and cry - and now have Jamey's (Dad's) CD in my player. I miss that guy so much. I love you, Daddy.
Hello, how are you doing today? Thanks for your love and support❤
I know exactly what you mean 😢
We all said, he put the video together because he knew he was leaving us eventually. At the end of the song, he said "black or white.. I love you all.. my name is Dennis Ray Wheeler. Mwa"
I’m here! I couldn’t resist hearing this song.
July 4, 2020. This song gives me the chills. It's a tough time in the US right now, and we are seeing it in color. I just want it to be red, white, and blue.
Amen. We The People Will See It Thru June 3rd 2021
The tough part is that the people of this country have different ideas of what red, white, and blue means to them.
@@stacyparker4559 Yup. The enemy is within, not overseas in the sand.
4July2021, the answer is be the change you wish to see!
a year later and this comment is so true love ya brother good words
My grandpa was in the first division Marines stationed in Guadalcanal, South Pacific Japan. I inherited his USMC uniform from my grandmother. It’s my most prized possession. The blood, sweat and tears that are in that fabric is mind boggling. The things he did and had to see is something I would never want to “see in color”. He was the bravest and most badass man I ever knew. He was scared of nothing. That war changed him. He left a boy and returned as a man. How he survived that hell hole was all in God’s grace! It screwed him up mentally. I miss him everyday. We lost him in 1995. Greatest man anyone would ever want to know! USMC SEMPER FI STRONG!💪🇺🇸
Semper Fi
Semper Fi
My grandpa was at Guadalcanal as well. He also passed in '95. I wonder if they knew each other. They were amazing men asked to do more than any man should ever be expected to do.
Marines are the biggest badass's around.my dad is a Marine,inactive now,but as you no,once a badass Marine,always a badass Marine.My cousin is a Marine also.he just got done doing 13yrs of active duty.he was in the special ops.i have a total of 27 aunts and uncles that have served in every branch of the military. Every veteran I see,no matter where I am,or even if they are dickheads to me,I tell them how thankful and proud I am to be able to thank them for their services... I will b forever in debt,greatful and thankful for you,your family,my family and for EVERYONE else who has served and their families.. You are all in my ❤ and prayers..but,thank you sir for your services.i will b forever grateful.SEMPER FI 4life!
My high school history teacher would bring his guitar to class and sing this for us. Never really paid attention to the lyrics until now.. Now I understand the story behind it and what it meant. So powerful. Wish I could shake his hand and thank him
When I was I was deployed I heard a sergeant singing this at our MWR karaoke night, I could only imagine what he had seen, the friends he lost. Truly touched me most beautiful moment in my military career ❤
This song has always been special. Always working in Healthcare gave you beautiful stories about someone's life and family. They were giving life lessons and the happiest moments they had in life. It was so sweet.
Thank you for your service.
Nice memory I love this song what a unique voice. Yes beautiful memories I missed the old days this is when music was music. How are you Jamsay329 ?
48yr old, New Zealand here.
Bloody hell. What a tearjerker.
On my playlist on spotify now.. off to find more of your songs!
That last bit gets me. My grandpa and grandma were married for 49 years till my grandmother passed last year. The love they had was like no other.
This song really reaches right to my heart. My dad and all of my grandparents have passed away. This song brings back memories. It is really great
What an absolutely perfect song and tribute to some very tough times
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@jameyjohnsonmuic. 💜🤘💜🤘💜
Paul Gibson: Canton, NC. Grandfather, WW2 vet, worked at Champion paper mill when he got back for over 40 years. I love and miss him. The older i get the more i appreciate him. Men like him are not being replaced, i'll do my part to protect our flag til i leave this rock....in his honor. Serious stuff...
Salute! Canton, NC. Lived there in the mid 70's. Went to Canton Jr. High. Stopped thru in 2011 on vacay with my son to show him where I lived as a kid. Lots of stories to tell made there. That Champion papermill made that town. American.🇺🇸
My dad was in Korea when I was born, came home with 2 purple hearts and dist serv cross, found out much later he was at Chosin reservoir, never talked about it, just said never been so cold. His kind aren't seen much now but this song always makes me think of him
My dad used to cry every time he heard this song... I'm falling in his footsteps now
Is he still among the living man?
i cry everytime i hear this
xCrash this is one of my dads favorite, boy i am following my daddys footsteps to.
xCrash me too they played this at my great grangfather- WWII vets funeral
I’ve loved this song since I first heard it!❤ Only Jamey Johnson can sing these songs & make you fe each word he sings!! Love it!❤❤❤
THANKS FOR THE FREEDOM, DAD, UNCLE KEN, UNCLE ED, UNCLE CHARLES, UNCLE AL AND UNCLE MIKE.. YOUR NEVER FORGOTTEN..
Who else is here in 2019. Thank you to all the vets in this great country of the USA! Thank you for your service and bravery! R.I.P. Dad i miss you like crazy!,
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Yeah my Grandpa i never met died in world war 2 after they declared peace. My dad was in Correa. Rip Ronny Joe, "Dad", and Emmil Angle "Grandpa",...much love
This song hits the soul.
Hello, how are you doing today? Thanks for your love and support❤️
Amen
One of the most underrated artists out there. I’ve had the privilege of seeing him live twice and his voice always has me in awe.
My father introduced me to this song when he was dying of cancer and every time I still hear it I shed a few tears, this will forever be my favorite song, stay strong brothers and sisters, god bless all of you out there in this crazy world
Honey it’s ok to shed a few tears I’m just turned 62 and male or female when we shed a tear we are cleansing our souls my x husband never shed a tear the whole 10 and one day we was married until he found out he had cancer and he ask me to forgive him for all the things that he done to me !!! So if you shed a tear or you just turn it loose and let them tears flow it’s ok
God Bless You
Arlene
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Amen ARLENE
before i was shipped out on my first tour over seas my family all played this at my grandfathers funeral. everytime i hear this song i think of him and the countless of brothers and sisters that had my back. bless you jamey and bless all you.
William Pullig thank you for protecting this country
William Pullig Thank you for your services.
William Pullig We are lucky to have you as one of our own.
William Pullig thank you for your services. I love the military cos my family fought and died to save this land we call 'merica 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
thank you all
as we celebrate Memorial Day tomorrow I want to thank any soldier who gave their life so I may live mine. Thank You🇺🇸
it ain't just soldiers bud, airmen, sailors, and marines too
@@tctarheelfarmin358 They are All soldiers in the same military of the same country man, don't devide the team.
@@chantelbarcomb1766 what are you talking about? there's no dividing here. You need to respect their title. Not everyone in the military is a soldier. That's army. You need to respect what their role and title is. You wouldn't call a fire fighter a policeman and vice versa. Theres no dividing or rivalry coming from me, they have titles.
Thanks for your respect to us military members ill tell my Regiment what you said mad respect.
@@tctarheelfarmin358 those count as Soldiers in my book
I know of the song longer. I knew of this song. Wanna go and always always one of my faves. I read the lyrics and I couldn't stop crying. Wow, I love love whoever wrote this and I'm going to look further Intuit. And by the way, you sang it best. O. M gosh. Thank you, thank you. Thank you, writer and artist singing. Oh, M y goodness. Hope I could meet you someday.
I'm voice messaging via text to send a message or reply.
But I was trying to say is I've known of this song a long time.
By chance today. I happened to read the lyrics after a guy. 2 guys saying it last Saturday night from the state. I live in Minnesota.
Amazing song what a story. I couldn't stop crying kudos.Thank you for sharing that wow.Wow, it moves me that should have saw it in color while smart.Thank you J.J. Great vocals and awesome song.Writing credit were credits due god bless hope to meet you someday
My Papa lived to be 94 yrs old. This song reminds me of him. He was in WW2 and told me several stories of him being in the US Navy. He was known throughout Georgia. He went through the Great Depression and he died a Millionaire several times over... I love you Papa! What an inspiration you are to me! I Love this Song!
My grand father was in the Navy during WWII
I have never know either of my grand dads. The one on my moms side died in a tractor acident out in a feild in 1965 2 years after my mom was born. My other grandparents died 30 or so years ago and i have no clue how. Atleast your grandpa lived to be 94.
Clayton Collier I wanna hear some of them stories if u don't mind I like to hear stories from our vets
Clayton Collier was he ever on the USS Terror?
One of the most emotion-evoking songs ever written and played! Hard to NOT shed a tear listening to this, whether it's the 1st or 1,000th time! Thank you so much Jamey! God bless!
This song also reminds me of my grandparents. My grandfather served in WWII as one of the ORIGINAL Navajo Codetalkers. First 13. He developed the Code. My grandmother stayed in the states and worked in a Factory in California making parts for many air crafts. They were in love. She never knew of what he did in the war until the late 1970's early 1980's. He was sworn to secrecy and he uphold his promise to the USMC. I am PROUD of his courage and he is a true warrior like all that take the oath and wear the uniform. If it had not been for the Navajo Codetalkers, the war may have led a different path.
Theres a reason they were the Grestest Generation. We cant say thank you enough. We have it so easy compared to them.
james peyton There's always the complaint of the previous generation calling the newest generation soft, but I think every generation after the greatest generation is soft because they didn't go through anything like WWII. That's why I like takling to old people. It's going to suck when they're all gone.
i here ya I always take the time too thank a vet when I see one of them in public especially WW2 vets
each war had it's problems; wwII a generation of men was nearly wiped out, very few are aware of what happened in korea, and the vietnam war was not highly supported at the time.
God Bless that man.
Best song I’ve heard
One of the most underappreciated country songs of all time
And under appreciated singer.
Love this song!
@@charlesgreathouse7376 no doubt
It did win song of the year at least
@@happyvalleybooksandstories22A me too
My grandeddy just died a couple weeks back. He was a Korean and Vietnam vet. His life resembles this song. And boy did he love my grandmother.
My Dad was a Korean War soldier ( A purple heart and 1 gold leaf cluster) bronze star.. My brother..101 1st air cav.. Vietnam.. I was an honor guard (I buried hero's) I looked at black and white pictures.. Thanks for the great music Sir, And thanks to all military past,present, future for your service, amen
What year did your brother serve in the 1st air cav? My old man was in 64-65 with Col Moore at La Drang. He was the radio op when Col Moore called in Broken Arrow. Culbertson was his last name.
My Grandpa was an airplane mechanic in the world wars. Grandpa and grandma had 11 kids.....this song reminds me of them SO much! Every line about this song resonates with me. They both were SO committed to each other! Songs like this don't exist anymore. Jamey Johnson is a legend!
This song describes my dad. He enlisted in the Army after Pearl Harbor. I thank all who served. I love and miss my dad.
Awww, so sorry my dad served in te army for 8 years then he became a cop
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One of my favorite country songs! It actually has meaning and not just talking about beer or whiskey.
and love
It has it's uses at times.
I agree this is one of my favorite country songs! Once you start listening to country, you realize that the country music stereotype of beer, whiskey, horses, and guns is false and only used in such a small percentage of country songs. Most country songs are about life and how to deal with hard times rather than anything else.
@@michaelhigdon873 spot on Mr Higdon have a blessed day.
Nah, the comment section is for the alcohol. Cheers to the greatest generation.
Dear God, I know I’ve heard this song in the past, however, it really really hit home for me tonight and I believe every word, and I want to revisit this song every day remaining of my life❤
Hello Shelley 👋 how are you ?
@@murphycormac3089I’m good
This song was written for the love of life. Thank you Jamie.
AMEN BROTHERS HEARD THAT
God bless all the men and woman who have served this great nation and God bless America. This one will never get old.
My 18 year old grandfather from Rhode Island was a Private infantryman thrown into Italy at the battle of Cassino in 1944. They were trying to take a monestary at the top of the hill but we’re getting pummeled by the Germans who had the high ground. My grandfather got hit and luckily only lost his arm. His older brother Bill was a pilot and luckily made it through too, many others were not so fortunate. Every time I hear this song I start to cry, it’s some kind of beautiful emotional trigger which always brings my grandpa right back into my head again. Thanks for touching on the beauty of life Jamey!
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My grandfather played a part in World War 2 and earned 2 purple hearts I love thinking about how scary and cool to serve the country. God bless all.
Absolutely loved this song since it came out, but last year I lost someone I considered a brother and on the way to the funeral this came on and his fiancé brother, sil and I all sang this crying. This song hits so much harder these days 😢
This is one of my favorite country songs, and that is saying something. Such a beautiful tribute to the lives of people and their memories, that only they can relive through the photographs. I tear up every time I hear it. Thank you, Jamey.
I can't listen to this song without just crying my eyes out it's so beautiful
Friend just sent me this link - first time hearing this song.
I'm not sure I took a breath until it ended...instant favorite and an instant fan 🤘👏👏
If you had a childhood this was the song that your dad would even tear up to...
yep
+Average WhiteGuy I did the first time I heard In Color
+Mike Thaxton think we all did bud
Grounded insanity yup
+Average WhiteGuy I still tear up and I have heard this song a million times
This was played for the funeral of one of my greatest heroes. He survived the depression, fought in WWII and was a great human being.
yeah, should have seen it in color. Vietnam 1970. me and Dave and Don and Floyd and Eddie all went in in 69. my brother went in in 67. Floyd didn't make it, Don didn't get to Vietnam, Eddie was captured, escaped with some others, he was never the same. my brother, Dave and I were wounded. not complaining, we asked for it be cause we all believed. Bless em all. this song brings it back, and not in a bad way...
Thank you all for your service
Thanks for your service brother...i truly mean that
Thanks for your service ! God bless you
Man, thank you guys for your service, it won’t be forgotten sir! God bless!
Thanks for your service! God Bless Americans like you
😢whew! Y'all need to stop! Haha You're ALL making me cry! ALONG with the song! I'm a combat vet of the Iraq War, 07-08, 09-10. I was a Cav Scout in the Army. My grandfather (also Army) was a paratrooper in WWII. He also served in korea and vietnam. Thank you to all my brothers and sisters who served and to My Heroes of THE GREATEST GENERATION!!! I really and truly appreciate seeing how much love veterans are getting here. It's awesome. God bless all Y'all and God bless my brother Jamey!! God bless and rest Jamey's grandpa and grandma!
This song was so well written, I fill I'm living the events. Very clear and the voice owns every note in this song!
I play this song all the time at bbqs, everyone loves this song ❤