My dad died in my arms of a massive heart attack the day after my mom died. He couldn't live without her. That was back in 2001 and it marked me. I know I'll see them in heaven one day, but I still miss them so much. I can't watch this video without a lot of tears. It's beautiful.
Hard I get it, but I really truly hope I go before my wife. I would be utterly lost without her. I wonder how a combat vet like myself could, but damn it... I am. God Bless you!
That might be the saddest/sweetest thing I’ve ever read… what a beautiful love story they must’ve had and you come from that. It’s a small comfort I know.
James wanted this to be 100% real and authentic. This was the first time he'd sung it to his dad, who had only recently been diagnosed with stage 4 kidney disease and was not expected to survive, although they did eventually find a donor and he made it. Both James and his dad are former officers in the British military. First time I heard this was 3 days after my Dad passed away and it broke me I lost my Dad 5 years ago this August after he fell and hit his head sadly he didn't survive it caused a bleed on his brain I sadly never had the chance to tell him I loved him and that hurts but i know he is at peace now.
i also lost my dad 5 years ago. i watched him take his last breath and pass away in front of my eyes on the hospital bed. i am grateful for being able to be there with him during that time. i am sorry you werent able to tell your father you loved him also x
I heard James donated all the proceeds from this video to the UK charity 'Help For Heroes' who do so much wonderful work with and for ex-servicemen and women. As a former officer in the British military, I think that was a lovely thing to do. ❤ 🙋♂ I loved your reaction to this amazing video, so thanks.
Let's all appreciate James. He was an honorable member of the British military. An international icon, and then a little bit of a heart breaker. I fkin love this guy.
The weird thing is younger folks will see this from James perspective but as an older man I see it from the father’s vantage and it’s just as sad. Great reaction young lady…God bless you
My father died two weeks after an airline mistake allowed me to stop overnight to see him at the nursing home; he needed 24 hour care. The last words my father spoke to me were, "I've always loved you". I could not be there for him when he needed me but somehow this song makes me feel better for he and I talked like two men for hours that day; I was so very lucky in that it was one of his good days. Thank you for this so very much.
Not normally a fan of James Blunt or reaction videos, but his video is so bare, genuine and stripped down the sentiment will be aknowledged by many a son and daughter. I thought your reaction was indeed handled with the same respect and openness. Thank you for refreshing and honest reaction, keep up the good work
Oh my days. I'm just a 53 year old bloke and this song touched my heart. My dad was absent for all my life, but I am bringing up my daughter with the care and love I would have liked for my young self. If my girls love me as much as James clearly loves his dad, I will have had the most wonderful life. ❤
My father died 5 weeks ago after battling cancer, he was just too old, too weak but if it had come at him 30 or 40 years ago he would have put up such a fight. My sister suggested I should listen to this song, how haunting it is. R.I.P dad 💔
James Blunt is a much derided singer here in the UK following on from his first smash hit "You're Beautiful", he has largely risen above this by displaying a wonderful, self mocking, sense of humour and, yes, being a damned fine song writer and performer. Both James and his father were serving officers in the British military, so it must have taken a high degree of courage to put such raw emotion on display in this video, especially coming from such a macho environment as the army. Another highly charged official video is "No Bravery", especially so with the horrors going on in the Middle East currently. This video is a record of his experience as an officer deployed in the Balkan War, some years ago now, it really is a devastating watch and you can almost see in James' eyes that he's re-living some of the atrocities he must have witnessed in that bloody conflict. How the hell he gets through the song without breaking down, I'll never know but, whatever, it's a Must Watch. TH-cam link th-cam.com/video/gh41Wxez9PE/w-d-xo.html
Demonstrated by this song - possibly the most powerful song I've ever heard - reaching only #90 in the UK, and not at all anywhere else in the world. A travesty when you hear some of the guff around today.
Not sure you've been prettier, more genuine or more beautiful than when you cried in this video. I've seen it many times but watching with you - the dam burst once again. Thanks for your real feelings on this one - it's tough but beautiful.
I served with James's father in Germany in the 70's, he was a Honourable man and his son followed in his footsteps. I'm am sorry for his loss. This was a good tribute to him.
Can't believe you didn't pause this every two seconds.. really enjoyed this reaction since you let it breath... Well done lass.. really enjoyed watching your emotion and the video side by side.. subbing because this is how reaction videos should be ❤
😢😢😢😥😥😭😭 I have watched this video for countless time now, and I would say the more I listen to every words of each lyrics the more it melts my heart..... It's been 16 years since my dad passed away and this song brings back every memories of him vividly. 😢😭
I absolutely love the warm colour and lighting of you and your knitwear contrasting with the black and white of the video. A wonderful song and reaction.
Your pause and silence said enough. I unfortunately lived this song with my dad that passed in 2014. I literally had that conversation with him at the end. So glad I did. Love you and miss you dad!!!
I cried because you cried 😥. You are genuine and listened to the whole song without stopping to comment, which was perfect..you went deep with understanding how amazing presence he had.. I subscribed to your channel..because of your smile after whipping your tears 😊😊🌹
Lost my dad when I was 17, I’m 47 now. He’d been I’ll, but sort of recovering. Kissed him on the forehead as I headed out for school, got the usually grunt as it was early . That was the last time I saw him alive, came home to an empty house. First time I’ve seen this, and has brought tears to my eyes. If you haven’t said it for while , say it now. You never know when………..
Exactly my story.. after he gave me the books I asked for.. I went to school. On my way back I saw my neighbors carrying his lifeless body out.. it was a very say period
Never knew mine Grew up abused, neglected and taken to a foster home where I worked planting trees till they didnt need me any more. Then went to a group home then a kids detention named Saint Josephs villa in Rochester NY where I aged out. Went to jail after that. I am doing a lot better now with a great job etc but I cant wait for death.
I have watched many of your reactions. Every time you have left me feeling touched and amazed at the gifts of yourself that you bring to all. James wrote a masterpiece and your tears are genuine. So are mine. Thank you.
This song of James Blunt’s, “Monsters” was a heartfelt tribute to his father. The emotional track reflects the deep bond between them and a touching farewell. In the music video for “Monsters,” James Blunt sings directly to the camera, his eyes welling up with tears...The video is so powerful because sitting beside James Blunt is his real-life dad, Colonel Charles Blount. who was a former cavalry officer, & battling stage 4 chronic kidney disease. The song captures the raw emotions of facing mortality and saying the things one wants to say to a loved one before it’s too late 💗 I can never get through this, without crying..........
This vid always hits me so hard because I couldn't say my father goodbye ....we had so much trouble...I hope he forgave me and we see us again in heaven😓
He's forgiven you. I say this as a mom. No matter what, you're his child, and he loves you. underneath any anger or mistakes or judgement, that's just the way it is.
Heartbreaking beauty. "Not all tears are an evil" - Gandalf. My life has taught me that tears can help cleanse the soul of suffering. It is worth considering that a broken heart is also an open heart.
The first time I heard this song was a few months after my father passed. Although we didn't see eye-to-eye on many things and our relationship was often strained, we grew closer in the years after my mom passed. Unfortunately, he died during the "pandemic" and I wasn't able to be with him at the end because of the nonsensical /inhumane covid restrictions put in place. Subsequently, I became very bitter and refused to let myself process the tremendous loss and associated grief...until I heard this song. Then the floodgates opened wide and I wept like I had never done before, for days afterwards. Thank you James...I believe you saved my life by helping me feel what I needed to feel and getting closure on this very difficult time.
your emotion makes me want to hug you. the song is amazing, but your love, your tears, they make everything amazing xxx i've never seen a vid of you, but i love you
I bursted in tears and I cried ugly knowing my father has cancer. Now, my mom, my sister and I fighting with him to chase away the monsters. Thank you for giving me the realisation of what I have now and that we have to make the best out it.
This song is so full of imagery... hard to disregard a song that talks about death of a loved one... When he SANG this version.. his father was still on the dying list.... so the emotions are genuine... as is the wealth of meanings behind the words...
I am an Australian 51 year-old male army veteran of 28 years. I studied martial arts for 35 years and was an instructor for 22 of those years from the age of 12 to 17 I lived on the streets due to having the most abusive childhood you could possibly imagine at the hands of my parents and it was safer being on the streets being beaten up regularly by guys much bigger than me than it was to live with my parents. My point is is that I’m no snowflake and I’ve lost a lot of people in my life and yet every time I watch this video I end up in tears James Blunt has a gift of convey sad emotions effectively. His earlier hit.” goodbye my lover.” is the number one song in the world sung at funerals. Which shows you how much of an impact his songs have on people suffering loss and the only thing I can think of whilst I don’t know his life story all I can imagine is that he has experienced some deep level of pain in his life that he is able to tap to when he writes his music
For many of us, we never had the chance to say goodbye to our father or mother because of a devastating heart failure or an accidental death… this is what my family had to deal with 2 years in a row, first our father and then our mother. Watching this video makes me realise how hard it must be to see our father or mother going away slowly because of sickness but how courageous are these people to evolve around a known fatality. This song makes me cry every time I hear it. The lyrics are so powerful and true.
My father and I did not have a relationship after my parent's divorce when I was 10 years old. The truth is that he was terribly abusive. We had an opportunity to reconnect and mend the broken relationship when I was 25. Unfortunately, our last conversation during that brief window was heated, it'd be the last time we spoke. I regret that to this day. This song reflects the love between father and son I wish I experienced. I'm incredibly delighted for James and his father and jealous at the same time. Thank you for sharing.
I feel so privileged and proud to be holding onto my Dad when he passed. I also was the last one to kiss my Mom goodnight. They were 89 and 91 when they passed and they were always apart of me and my family’s lives. I will always love them with hope that they’re watching over us. 🩷💙💜
It's James's voice, Check out every single song of his, it just touches you to the bones ! he transfers his emotions through his vocals perfectly, You can actually feel the song!
I never formally met my father till I was in my late 20's and to this day I will never know if he was my father but this song recited everything I did for the man I thought was my dad. Every time I hear this song I need to get away from people and then my day is done.
James is so good at these sad songs, and I think a large part of it is how honest he is about them. Obviously I dont know the guy but from what little Ive read, most if not all of these songs are based on real events in his life and to a certain extent they are a form of therapy for him. I guess we all have tragic events in our lives, but to be willing and able to put some of the hardest moments in your life on public display like this takes a special kind of courage. I would also recommend Goodbye my lover, No bravery, Carry you home and The girl that never was. Tissues on standby. Although I must point out, contrary to popular belief, he does have a few happier songs too.
There’s a collaboration with him and Iam Tongi ( American Idol winner) absolute tear jerker! Very beautiful arrangement! If you’re gonna listen to it, have the tissues near by..
This and Alter Bridge - Blackbird were the songs that i listened to a lot in the months leading up to my dads death. I was glad that he died to put him out of his misery. The lyric from Blackbird that got me was "Let the wind carry you home, blackbird flyaway, may you never be broken again"
Extra points for waiting till the little hand pat at the end of the video. Most reactors don't. Such a small detail, but somehow it seems to add a lot. I sort of see it as a nice bookend with the father finally issuing a response with just small, reassuring and emotionally strong pat on the arm.
I lost my dad when I was 7. I am 44 now, but still have faint memories of him. Then about 3 weeks ago my step dad passed on. He and my mother have been divorced for a long time, but he was all I knew as my father since I was 9. This song is the purest song to show love between a father and son. I wish James gets a grammy for this at some point.
it's a GREAT and wonderful song to hes dad, al emotion comming thru and even for me, i lost my wife 2006 she get Cancer and past away after 2 months we get the diagnoses, F... Cancer.
I don't care how tough some guy thinks he is, or how unemotional they are. If anyone has been through something like this, this song will get them. This song I had heard before, but after I lost my dad it broke me. It is good therapy for me to come back and listen to it once, or twice a year since I am one of those unemotional types.
I lost my dad at 13 years old. Heavy impact. I still can't listen to Dan FOGLEBURG'S " Leader of the Band" without falling apart. I'm a musician and I can't perform the piece without loosing it. This piece is powerful.
My Dad was an oxygen-thief...haven't spoken to him in 35 years...not even sure if he is still alive. My life is very complete without him, but this bloody song makes me wonder....fml
Janet, I am so sorry to hear about your relationship with your dad, but remember your true Father is always there for you. My own father passed away over ten years ago and we did not have the best relationship but I knew that he cared about me. I am a father myself and soon-to-be grandfather and I want to be there for my son. I am sure many of your listeners will adopt you and be surrogate dads for you. Also, never apologize for crying, it shows your heart, and it's beautiful.
Crying and almost forgetting you are a stage presence coach only shows your humanity. If you are lucky enough to still have a living father, call him, tell him you love him, thank him for all he’s done, hug him before the time is gone.
This got me bad. My dad passed away 8 years ago and although I and the family were with him in the hospital when he passed I never got a final conversation with him. I miss him terribly.
Hon, if you hadn't cried at that, we'd have to hate you. His song is amazing. My dad and I had issues too, but I was there when he passed last year. I'm thankful for that. James is right. HIs wording is beautiful, his performance is real. As an update, his dad who was in stage 4. had a kidney donated and at last I heard was still with us. We should all look to find the positives in any relationship. Thank you for your honest reaction.
I wanted to send my dad this song 6 months ago well before Dad got ill. pancreatic cancer to the lungs. I wish I had sent it as he went last week. Do it now people!!!
I have seen it mentioned on other reactions to this that when James or his dad were being deployed, they would say goodbye just like the chorus. “We’re just two grown men saying goodbye.” It helped them manage the emotions of that time. When I found that out the song became even more special. Ironically, it’s this song that saved his life. A distant cousin saw it thanks to all the media coverage, got tested and it was a match. James’ father is now doing well.
I have not yet lost someone close (my dad is 90 and still kicking along fine) but I still can't make it through this video without tearing and choking up.
Please consider analysis of, the group, "the band" Up on cripple creek, The night they drove Old Dixie down. Specifically from the movie The last waltz. No one does. It's definitely a stage presence show. Thank you
Hello neighbor great reaction here u did good held in there pretty good til the 2 minute mark luv your channel ENCORE. HAGD TC Be Good Be Safe peace out.
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My dad died in my arms of a massive heart attack the day after my mom died. He couldn't live without her. That was back in 2001 and it marked me. I know I'll see them in heaven one day, but I still miss them so much. I can't watch this video without a lot of tears. It's beautiful.
You are not alone, Your parents are looking over you. I wish you all the best
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Wow, so sorry for the loss of both of your parents. Sending hugs.
Hard I get it, but I really truly hope I go before my wife. I would be utterly lost without her. I wonder how a combat vet like myself could, but damn it... I am. God Bless you!
That might be the saddest/sweetest thing I’ve ever read… what a beautiful love story they must’ve had and you come from that. It’s a small comfort I know.
The reassurance from a father to a son by simply putting his hand on your arm…..the little rub at the end to soothe his emotions……unbelievable 🥲
What I wouldn't give just to feel my father's touch on my arm again. 💔
James wanted this to be 100% real and authentic. This was the first time he'd sung it to his dad, who had only recently been diagnosed with stage 4 kidney disease and was not expected to survive, although they did eventually find a donor and he made it. Both James and his dad are former officers in the British military. First time I heard this was 3 days after my Dad passed away and it broke me I lost my Dad 5 years ago this August after he fell and hit his head sadly he didn't survive it caused a bleed on his brain I sadly never had the chance to tell him I loved him and that hurts but i know he is at peace now.
James was in the Royal Marines, his voice and just oh wow!!!!
He was a tanky not a marine@@paulfadeley3496
i also lost my dad 5 years ago. i watched him take his last breath and pass away in front of my eyes on the hospital bed. i am grateful for being able to be there with him during that time. i am sorry you werent able to tell your father you loved him also x
Artillery, I think. Could be wrong. Cracking tune.@@paulfadeley3496
@deley3496 Re James being a Royal Marine, no he wasn't, he was a donkey walloper in the Life Guards. He was a cavalry officer
I heard James donated all the proceeds from this video to the UK charity 'Help For Heroes' who do so much wonderful work with and for ex-servicemen and women. As a former officer in the British military, I think that was a lovely thing to do. ❤ 🙋♂ I loved your reaction to this amazing video, so thanks.
Let's all appreciate James. He was an honorable member of the British military. An international icon, and then a little bit of a heart breaker. I fkin love this guy.
Thank you for your service.
From your friend across the pond.
The weird thing is younger folks will see this from James perspective but as an older man I see it from the father’s vantage and it’s just as sad. Great reaction young lady…God bless you
My father died two weeks after an airline mistake allowed me to stop overnight to see him at the nursing home; he needed 24 hour care. The last words my father spoke to me were, "I've always loved you". I could not be there for him when he needed me but somehow this song makes me feel better for he and I talked like two men for hours that day; I was so very lucky in that it was one of his good days. Thank you for this so very much.
Wow. What an extraordinary story. So glad things ended for you both the way they did. 🙋♂
Not normally a fan of James Blunt or reaction videos, but his video is so bare, genuine and stripped down the sentiment will be aknowledged by many a son and daughter. I thought your reaction was indeed handled with the same respect and openness. Thank you for refreshing and honest reaction, keep up the good work
Oh my days. I'm just a 53 year old bloke and this song touched my heart.
My dad was absent for all my life, but I am bringing up my daughter with the care and love I would have liked for my young self.
If my girls love me as much as James clearly loves his dad, I will have had the most wonderful life. ❤
I feel your pain, I have never known my real father, my grandparents wouldn't let him see me. I've never had a father figure
My father died 5 weeks ago after battling cancer, he was just too old, too weak but if it had come at him 30 or 40 years ago he would have put up such a fight.
My sister suggested I should listen to this song, how haunting it is.
R.I.P dad 💔
So sorry for your lost.
The 2 arm touches get me every time. amazing video
It is so sad that many reactors don’t wait to see the second touch from his father at the the very end.
James Blunt is a much derided singer here in the UK following on from his first smash hit "You're Beautiful", he has largely risen above this by displaying a wonderful, self mocking, sense of humour and, yes, being a damned fine song writer and performer. Both James and his father were serving officers in the British military, so it must have taken a high degree of courage to put such raw emotion on display in this video, especially coming from such a macho environment as the army. Another highly charged official video is "No Bravery", especially so with the horrors going on in the Middle East currently. This video is a record of his experience as an officer deployed in the Balkan War, some years ago now, it really is a devastating watch and you can almost see in James' eyes that he's re-living some of the atrocities he must have witnessed in that bloody conflict. How the hell he gets through the song without breaking down, I'll never know but, whatever, it's a Must Watch.
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Demonstrated by this song - possibly the most powerful song I've ever heard - reaching only #90 in the UK, and not at all anywhere else in the world. A travesty when you hear some of the guff around today.
Only derided by jealous idiots
Great reaction. ❤No one can pull emotions like James. If this doesn't hit you, you're not a complete human.❣
Not sure you've been prettier, more genuine or more beautiful than when you cried in this video. I've seen it many times but watching with you - the dam burst once again. Thanks for your real feelings on this one - it's tough but beautiful.
I served with James's father in Germany in the 70's, he was a Honourable man and his son followed in his footsteps. I'm am sorry for his loss. This was a good tribute to him.
You will be pleased to hear that his father didn't die😊
Thank you for the update, I’m glad he is here.
Great emotional reaction which happens to everyone who listens to this song.
Can't believe you didn't pause this every two seconds.. really enjoyed this reaction since you let it breath... Well done lass.. really enjoyed watching your emotion and the video side by side.. subbing because this is how reaction videos should be ❤
I love when his Dad pats his arm at the end, as though yo say... No son, that's still my job
❤ from Northeast England ❤️
Another song of his that makes you blubber is "The girl that never was" such a sad song but beautiful too
😢😢😢😥😥😭😭 I have watched this video for countless time now, and I would say the more I listen to every words of each lyrics the more it melts my heart..... It's been 16 years since my dad passed away and this song brings back every memories of him vividly. 😢😭
Mhhh, just ANOTHER brilliant singer, songwriter, performer from Britain, an island no bigger than the American state of Idaho 🇬🇧
I absolutely love the warm colour and lighting of you and your knitwear contrasting with the black and white of the video. A wonderful song and reaction.
The girl that never was by James.. Is very emotional too
Your pause and silence said enough. I unfortunately lived this song with my dad that passed in 2014. I literally had that conversation with him at the end. So glad I did. Love you and miss you dad!!!
I cried because you cried 😥. You are genuine and listened to the whole song without stopping to comment, which was perfect..you went deep with understanding how amazing presence he had.. I subscribed to your channel..because of your smile after whipping your tears 😊😊🌹
Lost my dad when I was 17, I’m 47 now. He’d been I’ll, but sort of recovering. Kissed him on the forehead as I headed out for school, got the usually grunt as it was early . That was the last time I saw him alive, came home to an empty house. First time I’ve seen this, and has brought tears to my eyes. If you haven’t said it for while , say it now. You never know when………..
Exactly my story.. after he gave me the books I asked for.. I went to school. On my way back I saw my neighbors carrying his lifeless body out.. it was a very say period
Never knew mine
Grew up abused, neglected and taken to a foster home where I worked planting trees till they didnt need me any more. Then went to a group home then a kids detention named Saint Josephs villa in Rochester NY where I aged out.
Went to jail after that.
I am doing a lot better now with a great job etc but I cant wait for death.
We had this played at my Fathers funeral 2 years ago. I still break down every time I hear it
I have watched many of your reactions. Every time you have left me feeling touched and amazed at the gifts of yourself that you bring to all. James wrote a masterpiece and your tears are genuine. So are mine. Thank you.
PS never be afraid to cry crying is a beautiful thing. makes us all beautiful human beings. Keep being a beautiful human being.
This song of James Blunt’s, “Monsters” was a heartfelt tribute to his father. The emotional track reflects the deep bond between them and a touching farewell. In the music video for “Monsters,” James Blunt sings directly to the camera, his eyes welling up with tears...The video is so powerful because sitting beside James Blunt is his real-life dad, Colonel Charles Blount. who was a former cavalry officer, & battling stage 4 chronic kidney disease. The song captures the raw emotions of facing mortality and saying the things one wants to say to a loved one before it’s too late 💗 I can never get through this, without crying..........
Because of this songs popularity a long lost cousin saw it and had the correct bloodtype for donating a kidney and his father is alive because of it.
This vid always hits me so hard because I couldn't say my father goodbye ....we had so much trouble...I hope he forgave me and we see us again in heaven😓
He's forgiven you. I say this as a mom. No matter what, you're his child, and he loves you. underneath any anger or mistakes or judgement, that's just the way it is.
My father passed away years ago and I came across this song late one night and it is a song that gives you a great deal of introspection. Love it.
The best reaction videos are the ones that aren’t paused for discussion and time to recuperate.
THANK YOU for your 100% authentic reaction! ❤❤
Heartbreaking beauty. "Not all tears are an evil" - Gandalf. My life has taught me that tears can help cleanse the soul of suffering. It is worth considering that a broken heart is also an open heart.
Beautiful reaction! I've watched this a hundred times and still can't get through it without crying.
The first time I heard this song was a few months after my father passed. Although we didn't see eye-to-eye on many things and our relationship was often strained, we grew closer in the years after my mom passed. Unfortunately, he died during the "pandemic" and I wasn't able to be with him at the end because of the nonsensical /inhumane covid restrictions put in place. Subsequently, I became very bitter and refused to let myself process the tremendous loss and associated grief...until I heard this song. Then the floodgates opened wide and I wept like I had never done before, for days afterwards. Thank you James...I believe you saved my life by helping me feel what I needed to feel and getting closure on this very difficult time.
Fuck me, that was sad✌️
genuine response
take care
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your emotion makes me want to hug you. the song is amazing, but your love, your tears, they make everything amazing xxx i've never seen a vid of you, but i love you
I bursted in tears and I cried ugly knowing my father has cancer. Now, my mom, my sister and I fighting with him to chase away the monsters. Thank you for giving me the realisation of what I have now and that we have to make the best out it.
This song is so full of imagery... hard to disregard a song that talks about death of a loved one... When he SANG this version.. his father was still on the dying list.... so the emotions are genuine... as is the wealth of meanings behind the words...
My son lost his dad right after American idol. He dedicated this son to his daddy 🙏😢
Am sorry for your boy loss, what city are you from ?
I cried that much I’ve give myself a headache , I think I needed that. Brought some issues to the surface.
For any son that sat with their father as he passed this song kills, I can remember asking my dad to just let go and sleep, forever missed
It is so hard will be a year March 25th I lost my dad was there when he took his last breath honestly broke me
Most of James Blunt's songs are based on his experiences - No Bravery, Carry You Home, and Goodbye My Lover, are all worth digging up live versions.
Empathy is the essence of human beings.
(You are such a natural beauty)
I am an Australian 51 year-old male army veteran of 28 years. I studied martial arts for 35 years and was an instructor for 22 of those years from the age of 12 to 17 I lived on the streets due to having the most abusive childhood you could possibly imagine at the hands of my parents and it was safer being on the streets being beaten up regularly by guys much bigger than me than it was to live with my parents. My point is is that I’m no snowflake and I’ve lost a lot of people in my life and yet every time I watch this video I end up in tears James Blunt has a gift of convey sad emotions effectively. His earlier hit.” goodbye my lover.” is the number one song in the world sung at funerals. Which shows you how much of an impact his songs have on people suffering loss and the only thing I can think of whilst I don’t know his life story all I can imagine is that he has experienced some deep level of pain in his life that he is able to tap to when he writes his music
For many of us, we never had the chance to say goodbye to our father or mother because of a devastating heart failure or an accidental death… this is what my family had to deal with 2 years in a row, first our father and then our mother. Watching this video makes me realise how hard it must be to see our father or mother going away slowly because of sickness but how courageous are these people to evolve around a known fatality. This song makes me cry every time I hear it. The lyrics are so powerful and true.
i never stop crying when i hear this, its just beautiful
My father and I did not have a relationship after my parent's divorce when I was 10 years old. The truth is that he was terribly abusive. We had an opportunity to reconnect and mend the broken relationship when I was 25. Unfortunately, our last conversation during that brief window was heated, it'd be the last time we spoke. I regret that to this day. This song reflects the love between father and son I wish I experienced. I'm incredibly delighted for James and his father and jealous at the same time. Thank you for sharing.
I feel so privileged and proud to be holding onto my Dad when he passed. I also was the last one to kiss my Mom goodnight. They were 89 and 91 when they passed and they were always apart of me and my family’s lives. I will always love them with hope that they’re watching over us. 🩷💙💜
Great reaction to a great song.
It's James's voice, Check out every single song of his, it just touches you to the bones ! he transfers his emotions through his vocals perfectly, You can actually feel the song!
I lost my father 19 years ago & this song still gets me every time.
James has another beautiful song to check out -- The Girl Who Never Was
You have a beautiful soul...thank you for sharing.
I just heard the part about your father. I hope it is okay but this old man (67) is sending you a huge hug.
That’s a beautiful song . Very emotional.
Beautiful woman, what charisma, I love James' songs. greetings from uruguay
I never formally met my father till I was in my late 20's and to this day I will never know if he was my father but this song recited everything I did for the man I thought was my dad. Every time I hear this song I need to get away from people and then my day is done.
James is so good at these sad songs, and I think a large part of it is how honest he is about them. Obviously I dont know the guy but from what little Ive read, most if not all of these songs are based on real events in his life and to a certain extent they are a form of therapy for him. I guess we all have tragic events in our lives, but to be willing and able to put some of the hardest moments in your life on public display like this takes a special kind of courage.
I would also recommend Goodbye my lover, No bravery, Carry you home and The girl that never was. Tissues on standby. Although I must point out, contrary to popular belief, he does have a few happier songs too.
There’s a collaboration with him and Iam Tongi ( American Idol winner) absolute tear jerker! Very beautiful arrangement! If you’re gonna listen to it, have the tissues near by..
This and Alter Bridge - Blackbird were the songs that i listened to a lot in the months leading up to my dads death. I was glad that he died to put him out of his misery.
The lyric from Blackbird that got me was "Let the wind carry you home, blackbird flyaway, may you never be broken again"
Extra points for waiting till the little hand pat at the end of the video. Most reactors don't. Such a small detail, but somehow it seems to add a lot. I sort of see it as a nice bookend with the father finally issuing a response with just small, reassuring and emotionally strong pat on the arm.
I lost my dad when I was 7. I am 44 now, but still have faint memories of him. Then about 3 weeks ago my step dad passed on. He and my mother have been divorced for a long time, but he was all I knew as my father since I was 9. This song is the purest song to show love between a father and son. I wish James gets a grammy for this at some point.
The song achieved it purpose with every tear shed.
Haven't spoken to my father in 16 years, I know exactly how you feel.
This song always hits me hard I cry every time😢 when my father passed away he was in my arms thank God I was there❤❤🙏
Both my parents have passed away years ago now i looked after my dad for about the last 2 years of his life so this song really hits deep
I am so sorry about your dad passed away and love your reaction video
it's a GREAT and wonderful song to hes dad, al emotion comming thru and even for me, i lost my wife 2006 she get Cancer and past away after 2 months we get the diagnoses, F... Cancer.
I don't care how tough some guy thinks he is, or how unemotional they are. If anyone has been through something like this, this song will get them. This song I had heard before, but after I lost my dad it broke me. It is good therapy for me to come back and listen to it once, or twice a year since I am one of those unemotional types.
My dad passed 20 years ago this July and this still has me crying!
You are very beautiful. I'll always value people who show real emotion here. Keep going. You're awesome
I lost my dad at 13 years old. Heavy impact. I still can't listen to Dan FOGLEBURG'S " Leader of the Band" without falling apart. I'm a musician and I can't perform the piece without loosing it. This piece is powerful.
My Dad was an oxygen-thief...haven't spoken to him in 35 years...not even sure if he is still alive. My life is very complete without him, but this bloody song makes me wonder....fml
WHAT A HEARTFELD REACTION LOVE FROM DENMARK
Janet, I am so sorry to hear about your relationship with your dad, but remember your true Father is always there for you. My own father passed away over ten years ago and we did not have the best relationship but I knew that he cared about me. I am a father myself and soon-to-be grandfather and I want to be there for my son. I am sure many of your listeners will adopt you and be surrogate dads for you. Also, never apologize for crying, it shows your heart, and it's beautiful.
Crying and almost forgetting you are a stage presence coach only shows your humanity.
If you are lucky enough to still have a living father, call him, tell him you love him, thank him for all he’s done, hug him before the time is gone.
This got me bad. My dad passed away 8 years ago and although I and the family were with him in the hospital when he passed I never got a final conversation with him. I miss him terribly.
Hon, if you hadn't cried at that, we'd have to hate you. His song is amazing. My dad and I had issues too, but I was there when he passed last year. I'm thankful for that. James is right. HIs wording is beautiful, his performance is real. As an update, his dad who was in stage 4. had a kidney donated and at last I heard was still with us. We should all look to find the positives in any relationship. Thank you for your honest reaction.
Iam Tongi’s rendition of this song is outstanding it’s on American Idol
This song leaves you emotionally wrecked, doesn't it? It does me.
I wanted to send my dad this song 6 months ago well before Dad got ill. pancreatic cancer to the lungs. I wish I had sent it as he went last week. Do it now people!!!
Hey, thats good stuff. Lost my step dad and my bio father in 2021.
Funny how it makes me cry. I miss my dad every time. I got to close his eyes for him. In his own bed. Song always gets me
I know your mistakes and you know mine…hits hard.
I have seen it mentioned on other reactions to this that when James or his dad were being deployed, they would say goodbye just like the chorus. “We’re just two grown men saying goodbye.” It helped them manage the emotions of that time. When I found that out the song became even more special. Ironically, it’s this song that saved his life. A distant cousin saw it thanks to all the media coverage, got tested and it was a match. James’ father is now doing well.
My heart breaks for you sending love 🥰
James did this all in one take and everyone was in tears except James' father....he said "why is everyone crying....im still here"
Lost dad last year. Ripped my heart out.
March 25th be a full year since i saw my father take his last breath i had this song playing for him.. it broke me
*digital hugs* it's not much but it's all I can give from heart. ❤😢
I have not yet lost someone close (my dad is 90 and still kicking along fine) but I still can't make it through this video without tearing and choking up.
thank you i need this today
Please consider analysis of, the group, "the band"
Up on cripple creek, The night they drove Old Dixie down. Specifically from the movie The last waltz.
No one does. It's definitely a stage presence show.
Thank you
I cry all the time because I don't have my dad, my mom, sister, and husband , my mom and husband died 2 months apart.
Hello neighbor great reaction here u did good held in there pretty good til the 2 minute mark luv your channel ENCORE. HAGD TC Be Good Be Safe peace out.
When it comes to stage-presence, you should really really do "FOCUS : HOCUSPOCUS" Live Midnight Special 1973 (must be this version).
I can’t watch it all the way through, never have. I’m a 53 year old man and it hits me every time.
James Blunt is an ex-soldier in the British Army and fought in the Balkan War