Dianne, I have also been diagnosed with a very aggressive triple negative advanced metastatic breast cancer I pray for you sister of God. I'm not a big time holy roller however I do believe in God as he showed me something when I was 5 years old and since then I have followed him and been guided by him throughout my life I am 58 now I pray you have found the Lord if not I pray that you will seek him now. Hugs and prayers and much love to you Diane 🙏♥️🙏💕
Lost my brother to suicide in 2014. I can remember way back in 1981, he had a beautiful Ford car and we were driving back home to Cape Breton from Edmonton, and this song came on and he was singing it to his friend in the front seat, pointing to me in the backseat. Brings tears to my eyes now to hear this song.
My 2 brothers and i drove far away to a ranch in Rosarito, Mexico, up in the mountains, we were in our 20's i already had two children that i took with me. The restrooms were outside in a hole with a little roof...water needed to be carried from a well down the hill. It was to help my brother Rodolfo to clean from using morphine. My older brother Benjamin carried him to the restroom on his back at anytime Rodolfo needed to go..he was weak and was not able to walk...i asked my brother Benjamin, isn't he too heavy for you (Benjamin was also tiny) he responded to me, no, I'll do it, he is my brother. God i cry everytime i hear this song. My mom was already gone. And it was a successful trip Rodolfo is now 67 , Benjamin is 70 and me 64. Lord is great, ❤
My brother struggled all his adult life with anxiety and depression,he wanted out many times. I tried many times to help as did my brother's and sisters, this song is it for me, he has just died from heart attack 65, what a struggle mate
My father was a drunk who beat my mother and took off when i was 15 and he died alone, pneumonia was the official reason but really the booze did him in. He sort me out and came into the sports bar i was working at and tried to say sorry, i was 21-22 and so angry at him and basically threatened to knock his head off. That was the last time i saw my dad. I'm 37 and iv'e been married for 11 years now and have 2 kid's of my own, i can understand some of the pressures he faced by having to provide for a family. I'm sorry dad i can't forgive you for what you did, but i'm also sorry i didn't give you chance to talk to me and even though you were not the best i should have been the better man and let you have your say. Thank you stranger for reading my written thought.
regardless, he was your dad, not be choice, i feel for you and i hear you, but this has nothing to do with brotherly love. May you find peace and solace, life does go on on
my mother was a drunk who ran off with another man, my dad kept us together, we had aunts and grandma... hard knock life and my 39-year-old son just died
I hope that you will let go of any burden of guilt or regret. The fact that you have written what you wrote about your father and your family struggle, indicates that you learned from the worst part of your life. Even if you had listened to your father that night it may not have changed anything about either of your lives but the fact that it makes you more tolerant of the stresses you have as a father means that he basically named you Sue. I hope you understand and have a chuckle at my reference to the Johnny Cash song. Your words were a gift to me tonight & living a happy life is the best gift you can give to both of your parents.
I listen to it all the time and makes me think about my brother Kevin who was my heart and my soul he died of an alcohol overdose this song always makes me think of him
I was homeless and found an apartment. For four months I slept on the streets and nearly died. One day I heard this song along the way and broke down crying. A man gave me two-hundred dollars cash. He walked away and this song chronicles that whole experience. It is one of the greatest tales of caring about someone regardless of color, class or anything.
What a band and a great singer. This song still brings a tear to my eye and I remember my brother who was born with spina bifida. He was given six weeks to live so mum and dad brought him home to be with his family. His family and his determination kept him alive for 12 years. He could not feed himself, walk or talk. No control over bodily functions but still managed a smile for those that cared for him. For 12 years he either laid on his bed or someone cradled him. He loved to go for a drive in the car when he was placed on a bed in the back of the family station wagon, he always new he would get an icecream at the end of the journey. He was not heavy or a burden on his family he was my brother, and I will never forget him.
Love your story, so touching sir! I have many physical ailments and problems now in my age being 52 now and i know my own father who is 72 is my big brother also who feels that i am not too heavy for him since he has taken care of me so Much after going through four different surgeries on my right ankle and knee and this song really speaks volumes to me of the great example of being Christ like he has shown me all these past 14 years. Thanks for your post here
I am too I had so much fun and partly my ass off. Not to many worries and it was one of the best time live in I would not want to be all you 30's. I am 61 and I remember alot of my child and my teenage years May we all get of this mess. And if we don't I will go down fighting for my rights and will not take them away from me.
Well sir serving as a junior apprentice at Worthy Down in 1979 the English knocked the shyte out of me everytime a goal was scored during the England v Scotland game at Wembley and there were 4 goals scored!!!!. None of the English nation were ever my brothers and never ever will be.THIG AR LATHA
Buenisima cancion de epocas de oro y otras màs que nunca pasan de moda por lo tanto y la deleitan las nuevas generaciones. Felicidades a la red por su musica
This world has drifted so far away from genuine brotherly love and compassion. We need songs like these now more than ever. This song still grabs my heart and causes me to tear up.
I've been a foster carer for my little half-brother for 10 years. He's in his teens now and can be very challenging. People sometimes tell me that I've done enough for him and to live my own life. But I'll never give up on him. He's starting to do really well now. He does well at school, he has a part time job which he works hard at. It's been worth it to me. One day he will appreciate it and we will be good friends. I love him like he's my own son.
Thank you for inspiring me .. i too do the same for 3kids .. yes sometime it could be tuff . But like you said throwing in the towel is not in me . I will continue to fit them in my plans so they shine one day . 👊 🤛
I am sure he loves and respects you now but not know how to express it always remember they don’t need you as a friend they need a parent big difference sounds like you have that figured out god bless
This year 2024 on April, right on my birthday I lost my younger brother to cancer. We were very close and whenever I am down and in the deep, he is always there for me. Then he would always spin this song for me. Oh God how I really really missed him.
This song brings a tear to my eyes. My oldest son carried his younger brother Into the ER, we are all praying for him to pull through. His name is Ryan and he needs every prayer he cab get, put him in and your prayers. Help him pull through. Thanks for reading this and the prayers Rick
WELL I CAN RELATE LOST MY BROTHER IN 2005 I MISS HIM AND THE REST OF MY FAMILY IS DECEASED MY OTHER TWO SIBLINGS AND PARENTS I WILL NEVER BE THE SAME ANYMORE ....!!!
💞 Ur not alone , it's so hard ..one day At a time.. . I can't say I am doing any better n it's been 4 mont but U gotta keep going💪 I wish you the best 💞 from Australia xx
I'm so sorry for your loss, I have lost all three of my brothers first in '04,'07and '13 I still miss them terribly. Absolutely nothing like a brother♥️
My brother is 10 years older than me and he served in Vietnam. Needless to say, when he came back home, his life was not easy. Both of our parents died when I was a baby and he was a 10 year old little boy. My aunt and uncle raised all 6 of my siblings along with there 8 children so we are truly blessed. I am so thankful that inspite of all of my brother's short comings, I chose him as my best man in my wedding. My brother suffered from a stroke and kidney failure when he was 45 years old. I was there for him every step of the way. His burdens weren't too heavy for me because he's my brother! Tears are flowing from my eyes now as I listen to this song of my childhood because I'm still missing my dear brother who got his wings in the year 2000. He was an amazing and extremely kind man and he really loved his little brother as much as I loved him ❤️. Rest peacefully Herman!! 🙏🏾
My younger brother had a lot of health issues. This was my song when I gave him a kidney. He lived 3 years and finished his 1962 Pontiac and his pall bearers were in it behind the hearse at is funeral. I still miss him and cry when I hear this song. Curtis was 42 when he went to heaven in 1999. I can still see that silly little grin of his!
It has been a very terrible one year for me. Lost both my parents in 13 months. Now my brother was diagnosed with stomach cancer. I love my brother.This song brings tears in my eyes. A timeless masterpiece!!
Thank you for this song and its message!One never knows how desperate a stranger's call out for help can be. I prefer to save a life over harming a life by negligence and/ or misjudgement. A simple act of kindness can change a person's life, and add value and worth to one's own.
U ain't wrong ... Just unfortunate that some people struggle to see clearly until it's too late, remember where you came from and that even if someone's lifestyle is a "different scene" remember it's just different from what uv seen , hate to quote ss.
Probably should take it on board now more than ever. It is difficult, though. I have a relative who is a total anti-vazzer and aggressive with it. I have another relative whom I have so loved who has blasted out of the water as a scummy racist for having voted leave. Now we are at some sort of crossroads of humanity and I have lost both. (Forgiveness is not there without understanding you have wronged.)
This song popped into my mind this morning when I got a text from my friend telling me that God will bless me for what I am doing for my brother. I'm 75, the youngest of nine children, of which only four are still alive. My 84 year old brother is now in a 24-hour senior care center, which my decision to return to work is paying for. Someone had to take on the responsibility to pay for my brother's nursing home. That someone is me. "He ain't heavy. He's my brother." God is good. His amazing grace is overflowing.🙏🪷
So my dad passed away leaving me behind with 4 brothers and 5 sisters. I'm the first born and quite overwhelmed of caring, providing for them. Talking about perfect timing, I heard this song for the first time and it brought me to tears. I told myself they ain't heavy. 20 years later we're all grown ups now and the youngest is still in college. How fast time flies.
Look up the video of this with the lyrics where it shows all these children playing together that you can tell are brothers and sisters. It's a tearjerker.
Allan Clarke , an incredible voice. This song is an absolute classic by the Hollies. The words and everything in this song , bring back memories of a kinder, caring more community orientated world. Simply beautiful.
Back then we thought we could make the world a kinder, more gentle place. Now it seems a so-called leader is hell-bent to drive us down to the depths. Bring back these songs of brotherhood and peace. How about Peace Train, People Get Ready, Imagine, If I Can Dream, Put a Little Love In Your Heart.
I'm so sorry for your loss.! We'll carry him to a better place. As a firefighter, we played this song in happy and sad times. Because when a brother falls, we'll stop for nothing to pick him up. I'll gladly put your brother on my shoulder. May he rest peacefullly.😢
Lost my brother 51 years ago . He was murdered and to this day we don’t know who or why just how. It was a horrible time for my family especially a few a few months before this happened my wife gave birth to my son . He was my sons godfather and he always thought I would not pick him to be the godfather . I told him you were my best man , my best friend and you will be my sons godfather . I miss him so much and sometimes it still haunts me because he died the day before my 1st wedding anniversary . I was so proud of my little brother and to this day I miss him so freaking much .
I lost my younger brother in 2007.He had been dealing with drugs and alcohol for a long time. My family didn't have the patience to try to help him, but I was always there for him, no matter what. He finally decided it was time to quit and was in a rehab when he passed . We were on an outing together when it happened. After his death I was using music to help with my grief and found this song. I took it as my tribute to him.I play it quite often when I am thinking of him .
2022 and this song still stands as of the greatest that sends a message to everyone...if we care for one another and share each other burden light or heavy this world would be a better place...never listen to this song without getting teary eyes...great message to meditate on
sigo escuchando esta hermosa canción, hoy , 02 de enero 2022 !!!!!👏👏👏, que tiempos aquellos no volverán jamás sino en nuestras mentes de haberlo vivido...🇨🇱
When I did Basic Training in 1977, during PT we were taking turns carrying our partners with the fireman’s carry. One of our instructors said “he ain’t heavy, he’s your brother” which we thought was humourous at the time. Little did I realize that decades later I would be the one to help a guy I did Basic with battle PTSD. This song means way more to me today than it did back then. He’s a great guy and we went through a lot together…he’s my brother, not biologically but by choice.
It literally does mean what it says. The story is from Boystown and a priest Father Flanigan. A young boy was carrying his brother on his shoulders and the priest asked him if he was too heavy for him to carry and the little boy said, "No father, he's not heavy, he's my brother". True story. Look it up.
I did look it up and it so happens that it was a little Scottish GIRL struggling to carry her big baby brother. Told by James Wells in 1884 in his book The Parables of Jesus.
Yep, year long lockdown; old music keeping me sane, and tearful for my youth, of which this is a part. Musical memories are the last to leave you, I do believe.
I lost my older brother a year ago from Covid, 2 months after his 60th birthday. We were only a year and 5 days apart. I was his shadow growing up. Went almost everywhere with him, his friends and girlfriend. He paved the way for our love of music. I sure miss him. Rest in peace brother, I really do miss you. Love, your little shadow. ❤😪
so sorry for your loss. Your post made me cry. We had this song at my brother's funeral. It's an amazing song, so emotional..My brother was 16months younger than me. It's so hard to lose a close sibling.x
Dee, I'm so sorry that you lost your brother, when David disappeared ( in Nevada) we thought he was dead. We found him at last, and I thank God that we were lucky. Love doesn't disappear, I feel sure that your brother still knows that he is loved. What more can any one of us ask, to be Loved.
I know how you feel I lost my brother about 5yr ago . He drank his self to death. He was only 47 yrs old. So when people say let's go have a drink. that's how it starts 1 drink at a time. Miss my brother. RIP
My father loved this song ...he loved his brother so much ...n he cried like a baby wen his brother was murdered on new years eve in 19 89...wenever his brother called he made reverse calls ...which my father always accepted the cost for ...to my my mother s disgust😅😅😅 he always loked at her n said... he aint heavy hes my brother... im grateful still fo the lesson hes taught me thru his actions n this song...may their beautiful souls rest in peace ...😢😢😢😢😢😢❤❤❤❤
This song really brings tears to my eyes 😢My Brother Struggled with drug Addiction I Lost him Oct 17th 2020 I Was Always There For Him When no one Else knew how hard it was For Him I Will Forever Miss My Brother 😢Wish I Could Have Saved Him.
When I was 20yrs old just gave birth to my second son abandoned by my husband, there stood children service trying to sign away my baby for adoption, he was a beautiful baby, child service had a social worker who wanted him bad, my sister played this song knowing how much I listened to music, I gave her the paper back said I can raise my kids, now grown up, he is a wonderful Christian, good father, husband&son this song woke me up, i am so glad that my sister played this, I grew up that day and never regretted my decision
I lost my brother in 2004 he was just 41, we played this at his funeral. He was the best brother. Too sensitive for this world, the kind of person we need more of, he was so kind ,so caring.It hurts as much now as it did then. I miss you stu. X
I`m so sorry for the lost of you brother I can relate I lost my brother too he was not only my brother he was my twin and we use to sing this together.
This was played at my brother's funeral, February 27, 2023. I will always be with him whenever I hear this song. You aint heavy Victor Johnson you're my brother
This is a very healing song for me. I was wounded in Vietnam and when I play I think of my brother Leroy Crabtree helping me in return. It is also a theme of my regiment the Wolfhounds, no soldier left behind.
My dad fought in the Korean War got a bronze star and would never talk about his two tours lost one brother but he and his twin made it home I have strong feelings about men who have served to keep me safe thank you from all of my heart like my dad and uncles you are my hero
Esther, Thanks for your kind words. It has been and still is rough. My wife and I try to find peace, going to church and believing that God is with him. We keep praying, Love you Ryan
Played this at my brothers funeral also, I was 71 his sister this song meant everything to me, I couldn't carry him to his grave but this song helped me through it. Love and miss you lad (Joe)
Thinking of my beautiful little sister..who I lost in a tragic accident..i miss her terrible...the pain is always there..nearly two years ...forever in my heart... :(
I do not have any biological brothers, but I do have 3 very special men in my life that I consider my Brother's. They have held my hand when I have needed it & for that I am so fortunate. What an amazing song! Hunter Valley NSW Australia
I GAVE ONE OF MY BROTHERS MY LEFT KIDNEY IN 1992” HE PASSED AWAY in 1996 . 4YEARS TO THE SAME DAY I GAVE IT TO HIM 4YEARS EARLIER. THIS SONG KEEPS ME CONNECTED TO HIS LOVING SOUL. R*I*P JOSE JESUS PIÑEIRA 🙏🏼☮️❤️✌🏼👊🏼💪🏼❤️🔥🐇☝🏼🦶🏼🧠3️⃣💦💙👉🏼😎
WRONG!!!!! "He Ain't Heavy, He's My Brother" is a popular music ballad written by Bobby Scott and Bob Russell. Originally recorded by Kelly Gordon in 1969, the song became a worldwide hit for The Hollies later that year and again for Neil Diamond in 1970.
Quite a few for me: Reflections of My Life, Every Time You Walk in the Room, Pamela, Pamela, Love Potion Number Nine, Always Something There to Remind Me, Working in a Coalmine, Ready for Love, Ma Cherie Amour, You Don't Have to say you Love me, Respect, Silence is Golden, Something, Bad Moon Rising, Heroes and Villains, Midnight Hour. I could go on listening, probably all night but I have work in the morning.
I lost my older brother 2 years ago in November to lung cancer I miss him so much. He actually died on my.birthday ‘. I was fortunate enough to visit him the Sunday prior and we had a lovely chat and I got his photo album and took him down memory lane which he certainly appreciated. His wish was to live his last days at home with his wonderful wife and other family on his wife’s side. The hospital that he had been attending lent the family a hospital bed for as long as he needed it which was made his last few days very comfortable. This song was played at the funeral first and was so applicable and set a celebration mood for the whole service so Thank you to to the HOLLIES as the day was shared in a happy way
This is my first Christmas without my big brother. I miss him so much . He was sick his last two years and whenever he felt like he was asking too much from me I would look at him and say You ain’t heavy. He knew exactly what I meant when I said that. I’ll never be connected to anyone like I was him. He was the last of my family. I know it’s a colder crueler world without him. He was my everyday dude. I’m lost . I’m broke and will never get fixed . If that is what it takes to keep his memory alive to me then I’ll embrace it fully. RIP bro
I wish so much that I’d played this for my brother.. I’d just lost my son and they both were buried a week apart.. I really wasn’t in my right mind, I sometimes listen to this and I hope he knows how much I loved him xxx
FOR SURE BEST SONG EVER .THIS SONG SAYS IT ALL ABOUT ALL OF OUR BELOVED BROTHERS ♥. I am so Lucky to Have a Great Great Brother.He is my best friend ❤.
I agree and have not heard this song in a long time but stumbled upon it …so fitting for the world we are moving into where we are coming together and assisting in the healing of humanity! The shift is real ….
I miss my two brothers, the both of em died at 62 a year apart. These were the guys I grew up with, there were four of us in one bed room for awhile growing up. I would do anything to call em up and talk to them. Funny they were always worried about me. I am the oldest, boy with a younger brother still alive. Thank goodness
When you understand the purity of the message and the example of sacrificing for others, willingly and without complaint, you will likely agree that this is absolutely one of the best songs ever written in the history of music.
+Luke Carrol Hi! Your brother needs your love more than ever, you know...Please don't let yourself forgetting him (meaning forgetting to write letters etc...)and I hope that he's not locked up for the rest of his life. If so, well, he still need you, your love and probably few buck now 'n then...God bless...
Ellen, David lives in Ireland now, our home Country. Sounds to me you understand what it is to have a loved one in prison. God bless you love. I know how it is to have a broken heart.
I remember when I was in middle school I was in the car with my girlfriends, and this song came on the radio for the first time and we all hurry to turn it up and just listen at the end of this song we were going out knew we were buying this recordAlan Clark is absolutely incredible. I love the beginning when he plays a harmonica and especially when they all jump in together, this song is timeless. It will live long in the mind of men.
My dearest brother Jimmy 59 years old💙 died 1 year ago today.... he's my brother 💙 Jimmy was kind, sensitive, generous humble, gentle 💙my only brother with four sisters and he was a Doctor a Gastroenterologist💙 he died from stage 4 bile Duct cancer 💙 never sick a day in his life💙 he battled the cancer without complaining for one year and turned his life over to Jesus💙 I pray for all who have lost their dear brothers may they be in the arms of Jesus and the Blessed Mother Mary💙 goodbye dear Jimmy💙 You were a gift to me for the short time you were here💙 he's my brother 💙miss you💙 love your sister Mary
As a kid growing up in the seventies I didn't understand why adults would tear up or leave the room when they heard this song play now that I'm old and gray I understand . Life is a long and windy road with no return .
amen, brother...reminds me of this quote: “In a moment someone will get up and turn on the light. Then the old folks will remember the children and they won’t talk anymore that day. And when light fills the room, the child is filled with darkness. He knows that every time this happens he’s moved just a little closer to that darkness outside. The darkness outside is what the old folks have been talking about. It’s what they’ve come from. It’s what they endure. The child knows that they won’t talk any more because if he knows too much about what’s happened to them, he’ll know too much too soon, about what’s going to happen to him.” ― James Baldwin, Sonny's Blues
Hello!!! How are you doing today, please pardon me for intruding into your privacy but I just wanted to know if you’re a fan ? Have a great day… Stay Safe!
This song came out soon after I returned from Vietnam and reminded me of the "brothers" I left behind as we were all brothers. A very sad and deep song.
I miss my brother, he was killed in a felony hit & run in '85 and the killer has never been arrested. Every Feb 5th I play this song and shed a few tears because we have been through a lot like many of you. Thank you Hollies!!!!!!!!!
+Vivian Tanis I know your pain, I lost my brother to ,,I play this song a lot,,I never want to lose that love I feel for him ,its the strongest love ever.
In 1985,I got dropped off by a Cop in a remote area, at night,and was hit by a driver who kept on going,thrown down side of a 2lane highway. I almost died. Was laid up for a year. You have my sympathy. Where did it happen to your brother ,if I may ask ?
Oh wow, Vivian..... I can only imagine the emptiness in your heart that you must feel. However wonderful that we have music that can assist in some of the healing......
My bro in law died in the line of duty. At his funeral were law inforcement from all over the country. This was the song that was played. Not a dry eye in the house. Rest in Peace Danny
@@cherieheide4587 the same for me. Lost my brother 3 years ago after a lifetime of battling his demons. I miss him everyday of my life. But my heart knows he's free.
I lost my new born Baby Grandson at 02H30 this morning and my own Brother and the Veteran Brothers have helped support us in this incredibly sad time. Veterans know the pain of Loss!!
I just lost one of the best friends anyone could ever have. And I'm heartbroken for not being a better brother. May God bless you and and give you peace my brother Scottie.
I lost my brother to suicide in 2008, seems like yesterday. I always wanted to dance at my wedding with him to this song. never got married but I did tell him I love him and was worried about him the day before his schizophrenia life altering event.love you Lenny
So sorry for your loss Cherie My cousin lives with Skitzophrenia it's not nice .And a gentleman at my old workplace his mum has it He stood up spoke bravely about this illness. A room full of women we burst out crying. Cherish the memories that's all you can do really Extremely difficult
The universe is around 13 billion years old. The earth is around 4.5 billion years old, and we are lucky enough to live in the few years around the 60's and 70's that gave us this music. As our short time as a generation starts to come to an end, our legacy will live on in music like this. We are very lucky indeed my friends, very very lucky. Enjoy.
on night when our Mum ,and his brothers sister switched off his life surpport This was played that night when I was shower and I cried my heart out in the arms of wife , Mum joined him with dad several years later See you one day ❤
The song was particularly applicable to the Vietnam era, where servicemen were literally putting their wounded buddies on their backs, and carrying them out of harm. I think of this song every time I see the Vietnam Memorial in Washington, DC which shows a wounded soldier on his comrade's back. I was fortunate to have missed VietNam; I was 18 and had a draft number, but the war ended. Six years later, however, I was commissioned in the U.S. Navy Medical Service Corps, and served 20 years. In today's world faced with a COVID-19 crisis, I see this song applicable to the dispute going on between upstate NY and downstate NY regarding sharing of ventilators. Given the shortage of ventilators, we must help our brothers where the disease is most prevalent.
I totally agree with you. I lived during that time period and remember this song when it was released. It was a difficult time as the war caused so much chaos. My husband is a VV.. I was too immature at the time to fully understand. Beautiful song.
For me I drew no link at all to the Vietnam war. It was written and recorded during that time yet for me it’s about loving and caring for others who are unlike ourselves. Regardless of race, colour, creed, or gender. I’m Canadian and a few years to young to have entered in that war which many Canadians volunteered. And died.
Lost my brother almost 20 years ago and not a day or a hour or a minute goes by that i dont think of him he was my best friend .....i cry like a baby every time i hear this song....luv and miss u neds....artiechoke
My mom was so comforted by you all she was so quiet about her illness but shared this thread with me just before she died thank you all you gave her comfort and peace especially Gary Seper Fi
Hello!!! How are you doing today, please pardon me for intruding into your privacy but I just wanted to know if you’re a fan ? Have a great day… Stay Safe!
DENNIS BLOMMQUIST it sure would be worth a try. Especially after this election with lies flying and so much hatred....I'm so fatigued from the venom and hate of this man who has nothing to offer but negativity and division,
Add the fact that religion and politics cause more problems between people when they refuse to acknowledge that maybe, just maybe someone thinks and believes in things differently than you.
Mr. Ford, if you really paid attention to the lyrics, there is no mention of religion or politics. Mr. Blommquist is pointing out that if people acted with compassion towards others, and gave them a helping hand when they needed it, the world would be better off. You don't have to be religious to be caring and compassionate. if you're only interested in helping people who think and believe the things that you believe in, you're not really compassionate at all, just prejudiced!
I am dying of terminal cancer but my brothers are everything to me this song makes me wish they know how much they mean to me. Love you bros.
Dianne Hang in there Love you 💪✋🦋👍🙏🙂♥️
@@bridiekeenan8249 thank you
Thanks for the reply True hang in there Don't give up Love you 🙂🙏
Dianne,
I have also been diagnosed with a very aggressive triple negative advanced metastatic breast cancer I pray for you sister of God. I'm not a big time holy roller however I do believe in God as he showed me something when I was 5 years old and since then I have followed him and been guided by him throughout my life I am 58 now I pray you have found the Lord if not I pray that you will seek him now. Hugs and prayers and much love to you Diane 🙏♥️🙏💕
Dianne, take my love with me on your journey.
Lost my brother to suicide in 2014. I can remember way back in 1981, he had a beautiful Ford car and we were driving back home to Cape Breton from Edmonton, and this song came on and he was singing it to his friend in the front seat, pointing to me in the backseat. Brings tears to my eyes now to hear this song.
I'm sorry to hear that, i hope you're doing well. I'm sure he's at peace now.
I feel your pain. My brother suicided too. I cried reading your story. We remember them always
Sounds like a good brother! You were blessed to have a memory like that! I lost my brother in 2002.
@@jmh.7204 Ahhh, thanks for your comment, it really mean a lot.
@@MrJamiez yes, thank you. I'm sure he's at peace.
I pray that everyone reading this has a blessed life 🙏❤
@wes Right back atcha ❤
Same with you @wes2175 ❤
You too❤
Es mi hermano. Me hace llorar😢
F@@RobertoCampos-co7pl
My 2 brothers and i drove far away to a ranch in Rosarito, Mexico, up in the mountains, we were in our 20's i already had two children that i took with me. The restrooms were outside in a hole with a little roof...water needed to be carried from a well down the hill. It was to help my brother Rodolfo to clean from using morphine. My older brother Benjamin carried him to the restroom on his back at anytime Rodolfo needed to go..he was weak and was not able to walk...i asked my brother Benjamin, isn't he too heavy for you (Benjamin was also tiny) he responded to me, no, I'll do it, he is my brother. God i cry everytime i hear this song. My mom was already gone. And it was a successful trip Rodolfo is now 67 , Benjamin is 70 and me 64. Lord is great, ❤
God bless you all!
@@b.santos8804 God bless you too.
Sounds like a hustle here. VERY one is a victim. I smell BS.
@@MrCaptainBlack1 You should look at yourself and wonder how you became the person who made such a cynical comment.
My brother struggled all his adult life with anxiety and depression,he wanted out many times. I tried many times to help as did my brother's and sisters, this song is it for me, he has just died from heart attack 65, what a struggle mate
My father was a drunk who beat my mother and took off when i was 15 and he died alone, pneumonia was the official reason but really the booze did him in. He sort me out and came into the sports bar i was working at and tried to say sorry, i was 21-22 and so angry at him and basically threatened to knock his head off. That was the last time i saw my dad. I'm 37 and iv'e been married for 11 years now and have 2 kid's of my own, i can understand some of the pressures he faced by having to provide for a family. I'm sorry dad i can't forgive you for what you did, but i'm also sorry i didn't give you chance to talk to me and even though you were not the best i should have been the better man and let you have your say. Thank you stranger for reading my written thought.
regardless, he was your dad, not be choice, i feel for you and i hear you, but this has nothing to do with brotherly love. May you find peace and solace, life does go on on
@@robertcastillo4297 just remember young man there is two sides to each storie.
my mother was a drunk who ran off with another man, my dad kept us together, we had aunts and grandma... hard knock life and my 39-year-old son just died
I hope that you will let go of any burden of guilt or regret.
The fact that you have written what you wrote about your father and your family struggle, indicates that you learned from the worst part of your life.
Even if you had listened to your father that night it may not have changed anything about either of your lives but the fact that it makes you more tolerant of the stresses you have as a father means that he basically named you Sue. I hope you understand and have a chuckle at my reference to the Johnny Cash song. Your words were a gift to me tonight & living a happy life is the best gift you can give to both of your parents.
Wow, similar in a way. Never get over the Guilt. Stay strong know that he Loved you.
I'm still listening to this masterpiece in 2020 who's with me??
I listen to it all the time and makes me think about my brother Kevin who was my heart and my soul he died of an alcohol overdose this song always makes me think of him
I listen quite often, as we speak, and with tears for what humanity has become
🇿🇦 Me.... In RSA🇿🇦
Me my friend, I'm 48, top tune.
I am
I was homeless and found an apartment. For four months I slept on the streets and nearly died. One day I heard this song along the way and broke down crying. A man gave me two-hundred dollars cash. He walked away and this song chronicles that whole experience. It is one of the greatest tales of caring about someone regardless of color, class or anything.
❤
God was with you that day my friend 😊
Man - what a story - brilliant and well done
I hope you are doing well now and have your own roof above you. homelessness is a curse. prayers for you.
❤
What a band and a great singer. This song still brings a tear to my eye and I remember my brother who was born with spina bifida. He was given six weeks to live so mum and dad brought him home to be with his family. His family and his determination kept him alive for 12 years. He could not feed himself, walk or talk. No control over bodily functions but still managed a smile for those that cared for him. For 12 years he either laid on his bed or someone cradled him. He loved to go for a drive in the car when he was placed on a bed in the back of the family station wagon, he always new he would get an icecream at the end of the journey. He was not heavy or a burden on his family he was my brother, and I will never forget him.
Love your story, so touching sir! I have many physical ailments and problems now in my age being 52 now and i know my own father who is 72 is my big brother also who feels that i am not too heavy for him since he has taken care of me so
Much after going through four different surgeries on my right ankle and knee and this song really speaks volumes to me of the great example of being Christ like he has shown me all these past 14 years. Thanks for your post here
I don't think I will forget your brother either after reading your amazing words above Peter. He's with the Creator now.
Cheers. Thank you for your thoughts.
God bless you and your family.
❤❤❤
one of the best things about 68 years old,is the fact that i lived my teenage years in the 70's that is priceless and Iam grateful !!!
What a top song. I remember the Vietnam war, i was 10 and use to hear American soldiers
Killed Gorillas , but didnt realise they were the enemies soldiers
I am too I had so much fun and partly my ass off. Not to many worries and it was one of the best time live in I would not want to be all you 30's. I am 61 and I remember alot of my child and my teenage years
May we all get of this mess. And if we don't I will go down fighting for my rights and will not take them away from me.
Me too at 74!
@@anthonyl9961 68 year old seems like yesterday
My brother has just died miss him so much the pain hurts my heart .we will play this at his funeral loved by so many people rip richard 😢x
This song makes me long for the caring of those special cats who were truly dear friends, loyal, always there to comfort.
This was a song we cherished in the military. Everyone, regardless of rank, color, religion, is your brother.
you don't need to be a soldier to be a brother....no anymore
Only us military will understand it. Absolutely
As against country home take me home!
My dad was a Marine, and he always said this.
Well sir serving as a junior apprentice at Worthy Down in 1979 the English knocked the shyte out of me everytime a goal was scored during the England v Scotland game at Wembley and there were 4 goals scored!!!!.
None of the English nation were ever my brothers and never ever will be.THIG AR LATHA
I was a combat medic in Viet Nam, this song gave me strength when I needed it......THANK YOU!!!
Buenisima cancion de epocas de oro y otras màs que nunca pasan de moda por lo tanto y la deleitan las nuevas generaciones. Felicidades a la red por su musica
Thank you for your service...
Best comment so far, thank you for what you were able to do.
it takes real courage to help other people in combat, hope times are good for you man
My little brother (58 yrs ) had a successful heart procedure earlier today, thankfully all is well, love you John
This world has drifted so far away from genuine brotherly love and compassion. We need songs like these now more than ever. This song still grabs my heart and causes me to tear up.
Abraham Martin & John is another classic reflecting your thoughts.
I feel that way too
Humanly love
This is one of the great songs. Nothing great these days. But at least we have hope and these old great songs of course.
Right On brother
WE NEED MORE SONGS LIKE THIS TO INSPIRE OUR SOCIETY IN 2021.
Honey, if the Bible doesn't inspire us, a song isn't going to do it. lol
@@truthbetold3550 WHICH BIBLE ARE YOU REFERRING TO,THE JEHOVAH WITNESS ONE.?THE MORMON ONE.?HOW ABOUT THE CATHOLIC ONE.?
@@richardconner1283 The HOLY BIBLE.
@@truthbetold3550 the only Bible there is🙏🏻
Amen brother
I've been a foster carer for my little half-brother for 10 years. He's in his teens now and can be very challenging. People sometimes tell me that I've done enough for him and to live my own life. But I'll never give up on him. He's starting to do really well now. He does well at school, he has a part time job which he works hard at. It's been worth it to me. One day he will appreciate it and we will be good friends. I love him like he's my own son.
Thank you for inspiring me .. i too do the same for 3kids .. yes sometime it could be tuff . But like you said throwing in the towel is not in me . I will continue to fit them in my plans so they shine one day .
👊 🤛
@@jbirdperez6003 you are a wonderful person. Well done!!
What love, well done. Its not easy. I salute you
I am sure he loves and respects you now but not know how to express it always remember they don’t need you as a friend they need a parent big difference sounds like you have that figured out god bless
All strength and joy to you.
This year 2024 on April, right on my birthday I lost my younger brother to cancer. We were very close and whenever I am down and in the deep, he is always there for me. Then he would always spin this song for me. Oh God how I really really missed him.
I know just how it hurt's- l lost 4 and l can't bare it. I miss them all😢.
This song brings a tear to my eyes. My oldest son carried his younger brother Into the ER, we are all praying for him to pull through. His name is Ryan and he needs every prayer he cab get, put him in and your prayers. Help him pull through. Thanks for reading this and the prayers
Rick
Ryan fought a hard battle, but he passed yesterday. For all those that prayed, I thank you.. Love you Ryan..
@@rickbombara5757 RIP Ryan.
😢😢 so sorry.
Rip Ryan 😭
So sorry for your loss 😢
This will be sung at my funeral or my brother's, whoever goes first. He is 70 and I am 67. One day....one day...Stay safe everyone!
Lubbock Texas says may u guys live a long life together 😎
You both still got a long way to go. Stay safe, it's a crazy world and these are crazy times
I'm 72 and still whistling past the graveyard.
WELL I CAN RELATE LOST MY BROTHER IN 2005 I MISS HIM AND THE REST OF MY FAMILY IS DECEASED MY OTHER TWO SIBLINGS AND PARENTS I WILL NEVER BE THE SAME ANYMORE ....!!!
@@martinchapman7880 I feel you. My parents and two of my brothers have passed and I miss them too.
my Brother passed away today so i played this song to remember him as he was, sleep in paradise shay, my loving brother i miss you ,
Sorry for the loss of your brother frano.
💞 Ur not alone , it's so hard ..one day At a time.. . I can't say I am doing any better n it's been 4 mont but U gotta keep going💪 I wish you the best 💞 from Australia xx
Sorry for your loss, there is nothing like a brother, nothing!
I'm so sorry for your loss, I have lost all three of my brothers first in '04,'07and '13 I still miss them terribly.
Absolutely nothing like a brother♥️
💚
My brother is 10 years older than me and he served in Vietnam. Needless to say, when he came back home, his life was not easy. Both of our parents died when I was a baby and he was a 10 year old little boy. My aunt and uncle raised all 6 of my siblings along with there 8 children so we are truly blessed. I am so thankful that inspite of all of my brother's short comings, I chose him as my best man in my wedding. My brother suffered from a stroke and kidney failure when he was 45 years old. I was there for him every step of the way. His burdens weren't too heavy for me because he's my brother! Tears are flowing from my eyes now as I listen to this song of my childhood because I'm still missing my dear brother who got his wings in the year 2000. He was an amazing and extremely kind man and he really loved his little brother as much as I loved him ❤️. Rest peacefully Herman!! 🙏🏾
RIP Herman .. your brother loves you Herman 😭
Don't ever look down on someone unless you are trying to help them up
Are you old enot
Thank you so much for sharing ❤️ Love you ❤️
My younger brother had a lot of health issues. This was my song when I gave him a kidney. He lived 3 years and finished his 1962 Pontiac and his pall bearers were in it behind the hearse at is funeral. I still miss him and cry when I hear this song. Curtis was 42 when he went to heaven in 1999. I can still see that silly little grin of his!
It has been a very terrible one year for me. Lost both my parents in 13 months. Now my brother was diagnosed with stomach cancer. I love my brother.This song brings tears in my eyes. A timeless masterpiece!!
Prayers going out to you and your family.
Thank you for this song and its message!One never knows how desperate a stranger's call out for help can be. I prefer to save a life over harming a life by negligence and/ or misjudgement. A simple act of kindness can change a person's life, and add value and worth to one's own.
you are a good person sorry for your lost
My older brother died from colon cancer. As youngster I looked up to him for protection and guidance. 65 Now I miss him
❤🙏
"He ain't heavy , He's my Brother" timeless message to all of mankind.
U ain't wrong ... Just unfortunate that some people struggle to see clearly until it's too late, remember where you came from and that even if someone's lifestyle is a "different scene" remember it's just different from what uv seen , hate to quote ss.
So true
Probably should take it on board now more than ever. It is difficult, though. I have a relative who is a total anti-vazzer and aggressive with it. I have another relative whom I have so loved who has blasted out of the water as a scummy racist for having voted leave. Now we are at some sort of crossroads of humanity and I have lost both. (Forgiveness is not there without understanding you have wronged.)
Absolutely!
AMEN!!
This song popped into my mind this morning when I got a text from my friend telling me that God will bless me for what I am doing for my brother. I'm 75, the youngest of nine children, of which only four are still alive. My 84 year old brother is now in a 24-hour senior care center, which my decision to return to work is paying for. Someone had to take on the responsibility to pay for my brother's nursing home. That someone is me. "He ain't heavy. He's my brother." God is good. His amazing grace is overflowing.🙏🪷
Thanks for sharing. May the eternal spirit continue to guard, strengthen and continue to assist you and help you financially. Have great day.
So my dad passed away leaving me behind with 4 brothers and 5 sisters. I'm the first born and quite overwhelmed of caring, providing for them. Talking about perfect timing, I heard this song for the first time and it brought me to tears. I told myself they ain't heavy.
20 years later we're all grown ups now and the youngest is still in college. How fast time flies.
Look up the video of this with the lyrics where it shows all these children playing together that you can tell are brothers and sisters. It's a tearjerker.
Prayers for you. 🙏🏼🙏🏼
Beautiful
You are the best! 🥲🥰🥰🥰🥰
Good on ya!
Allan Clarke , an incredible voice. This song is an absolute classic by the Hollies. The words and everything in this song , bring back memories of a kinder, caring more community orientated world. Simply beautiful.
Back then we thought we could make the world a kinder, more gentle place. Now it seems a so-called leader is hell-bent to drive us down to the depths. Bring back these songs of brotherhood and peace. How about Peace Train, People Get Ready, Imagine, If I Can Dream, Put a Little Love In Your Heart.
They played this song at my uncles celebration of life. He was the best man I've ever known. I miss you turkey and I love you so so much. 😢
My brother died in a car wreck. My other brother died of a diabetic issue. I'm 7 years older at 72.and still alive by the grace of God.
Apologies wrong keystroke!
This song proves that music can change your soul. Love the hollies
💯He ain't heavy he's my Brother!💞😀
It sure does!
Isn't that the truth?
@@lenanava5409d
About the same story with my father, but I don’t regret and close the door, and he walked away
My friend of 45 yrs. died and I dedicated this song to him.
I lost a lot of guys who were like brothers, this brings back bad and great memories!
God bless you and your friend.
I just lost my brother today he was battling cancer 😭I needed this song..
I'm so sorry .I lost one of many of my brothers on July 4,2019...I miss him everyday. Always think of him and never stop remembering him❤
@@user-kx4nv3xo2p wish you well 🙏 we will reunite one day!
I lost my brother about two months ago to cancer. This song gets me every time Tears.
I'm so sorry for your loss.! We'll carry him to a better place. As a firefighter, we played this song in happy and sad times. Because when a brother falls, we'll stop for nothing to pick him up. I'll gladly put your brother on my shoulder. May he rest peacefullly.😢
What song would you like to hear. If I can try to get it for you. I lost my beautiful daughter two years ago and I understand that pain
just played this at my brothers funeral today,,,,,hit the heart. RIP bro
+Michael D. Williams III thanks mate,,,,makes me sad but just can't stop listening to it.
condolence
+ben T I am so very sorry for your loss
Very sorry for your loss Ben, remember.....he still lives on through your memories.
My condolences Ben.
He ain’t heavy, he’s my brother… nuff said. They don’t get better than this. The Hollies absolutely nailed it.
Ok
read the story fir the inspiration to the lyrics
Lost my brother 51 years ago . He was murdered and to this day we don’t know who or why just how. It was a horrible time for my family especially a few a few months before this happened my wife gave birth to my son . He was my sons godfather and he always thought I would not pick
him to be the godfather . I told him you were my best man , my best friend and you will be my sons godfather . I miss him so much and sometimes it still haunts me because he died the day before my 1st wedding anniversary . I was so proud of my little brother and to this day I miss him so freaking much .
Cheers to him. Human's can be so cruel... Just got home from work, will crack this next beer for him! Stay strong, my brother.
God knows who got your brother. Focus on seeing him in Heaven. Let God punish the devils who shot him.
I lost my younger brother in 2007.He had been dealing with drugs and alcohol for a long time. My family didn't have the patience to try to help him, but I was always there for him, no matter what. He finally decided it was time to quit and was in a rehab when he passed . We were on an outing together when it happened. After his death I was using music to help with my grief and found this song. I took it as my tribute to him.I play it quite often when I am thinking of him .
So Sorry for the Loss of your Brother.
Bless your heart lass.
No how u feel hon min was 40 yrs ago still hyrts
I was getting ready to play this when I saw your comment. Today is my brothers birthday. He would be 55. I really miss him.
Thanks for loving and caring.
2022 and this song still stands as of the greatest that sends a message to everyone...if we care for one another and share each other burden light or heavy this world would be a better place...never listen to this song without getting teary eyes...great message to meditate on
26 / 01 / 2022 / , aún sigue sonando !!!!
Listening to this in Jan 31, 2022
sigo escuchando esta hermosa canción, hoy , 02 de enero 2022 !!!!!👏👏👏, que tiempos aquellos no volverán jamás sino en nuestras mentes de haberlo vivido...🇨🇱
I don't know why..but for some reason this beautiful song came to my mind..just as fantastic as the first time I heard it!!!!
Would be nice but in the USA everyone's divided by politics still it seems
Say a prayer for my brother Troy as he's fighting for his life. Love you my brother
Hope you are well troy xx
Prayers sent
Hope he gets better soon. I’m sending my prayers Cherie
Troy l hope you get better soon
My brother too...
We played this song at my brothers funeral, I cry every time I hear it, cos although it's been a few years, I still miss him so much it hurts.
When I did Basic Training in 1977, during PT we were taking turns carrying our partners with the fireman’s carry. One of our instructors said “he ain’t heavy, he’s your brother” which we thought was humourous at the time. Little did I realize that decades later I would be the one to help a guy I did Basic with battle PTSD. This song means way more to me today than it did back then. He’s a great guy and we went through a lot together…he’s my brother, not biologically but by choice.
It literally does mean what it says. The story is from Boystown and a priest Father Flanigan. A young boy was carrying his brother on his shoulders and the priest asked him if he was too heavy for him to carry and the little boy said, "No father, he's not heavy, he's my brother". True story. Look it up.
They have a statue at Boys Town depicting this scene. I think there is a lesson in this for all of us.
Wow thanks!
I did look it up and it so happens that it was a little Scottish GIRL struggling to carry her big baby brother. Told by James Wells in 1884 in his book The Parables of Jesus.
My brother passed away 4 days ago and this makes me miss him so much.
@@aliciasessums3650 I'm so very sorry for your loss. I lost my brother nearly 2 years ago and I still miss him everyday.
I'm still listening to this song in 2021 when the pandemic is still on.
Yep, year long lockdown; old music keeping me sane, and tearful for my youth, of which this is a part. Musical memories are the last to leave you, I do believe.
yup - my [now decd] brother sang this - with his group - the 70's were . . . .well the 70's . . . .and this makes me smile and brings a tear everytime
Amen
Ouvindo em 18/05/2021 - auge da pandemia no Brasil.
So am I bro.. May 25 2021
I lost my older brother a year ago from Covid, 2 months after his 60th birthday. We were only a year and 5 days apart. I was his shadow growing up. Went almost everywhere with him, his friends and girlfriend. He paved the way for our love of music. I sure miss him. Rest in peace brother, I really do miss you. Love, your little shadow. ❤😪
Hello
so sorry for your loss. Your post made me cry. We had this song at my brother's funeral. It's an amazing song, so emotional..My brother was 16months younger than me. It's so hard to lose a close sibling.x
😢
Lost my brother 6 years ago ... he was my best friend for 51 years , and there is not a day that goes by that I do not think of him.
God bless you love, I'm lucky I found my Brother.
Dee, I'm so sorry that you lost your brother, when David disappeared ( in Nevada) we thought he was dead. We found him at last, and I thank God that we were lucky. Love doesn't disappear, I feel sure that your brother still knows that he is loved. What more can any one of us ask, to be Loved.
sorry for your loss, of brother, Dee. i also lost my big brother Jim in 2000, and i think of him everyday. God Bless.
I know how you feel I lost my brother about 5yr ago . He drank his self to death. He was only 47 yrs old. So when people say let's go have a drink. that's how it starts 1 drink at a time. Miss my brother. RIP
I know lost my lovely sister a few years ago still miss her terribly.
Praying for a miracle while my brother lay in a hospital bed fighting for his life. C'mon brother; be strong.
How is he now?
@@donatocaraballo3292 I'll say a pray for him tonight...Joe D....
he Is okey now?
hello?
He Ain't Heavy!
He's OUR Brother!!!
remember, the Road is Long~~~~~~ with many a winding turn!
Praying God has Recovery in His Hands!
My father loved this song ...he loved his brother so much ...n he cried like a baby wen his brother was murdered on new years eve in 19 89...wenever his brother called he made reverse calls ...which my father always accepted the cost for ...to my my mother s disgust😅😅😅 he always loked at her n said... he aint heavy hes my brother... im grateful still fo the lesson hes taught me thru his actions n this song...may their beautiful souls rest in peace ...😢😢😢😢😢😢❤❤❤❤
This song really brings tears to my eyes 😢My Brother Struggled with drug Addiction I Lost him Oct 17th 2020 I Was Always There For Him When no one Else knew how hard it was For Him I Will Forever Miss My Brother 😢Wish I Could Have Saved Him.
When I was 20yrs old just gave birth to my second son abandoned by my husband, there stood children service trying to sign away my baby for adoption, he was a beautiful baby, child service had a social worker who wanted him bad, my sister played this song knowing how much I listened to music, I gave her the paper back said I can raise my kids, now grown up, he is a wonderful Christian, good father, husband&son this song woke me up, i am so glad that my sister played this, I grew up that day and never regretted my decision
+Raina bosworthf Is there an APPLAUSE button on TH-cam that makes a lot of noise ??? Well done, lady. Let me go and cry now.
beautiful story!!!
simply beautiful
+phaidaux yes, beautiful!
+roger fury. Man let's switch. Names Roger Fury is flippin gnarly man love it
I lost my brother in 2004 he was just 41, we played this at his funeral. He was the best brother. Too sensitive for this world, the kind of person we need more of, he was so kind ,so caring.It hurts as much now as it did then. I miss you stu. X
I’m so sorry about your brother. May he Rest In Peace.❤️
God bless you, stay strong, my friend
I`m so sorry for the lost of you brother I can relate I lost my brother too he was not only my brother he was my twin and we use to sing this together.
I lost my brother in 2004 also had this played at his funeral.. He was 25... Rip to our brothers.. 🙏💙😇💙
@@jannabrown386 Thank you so much
This was played at my brother's funeral, February 27, 2023. I will always be with him whenever I hear this song. You aint heavy Victor Johnson you're my brother
The harmonizing is amazing. No autotune to tip that. Nothing beats the 70s-80s music. Totally original.
This is a very healing song for me. I was wounded in Vietnam and when I play I think of my brother Leroy Crabtree helping me in return. It is also a theme of my regiment the Wolfhounds, no soldier left behind.
Welcome home Bruce and thank you for your service !!
🙏
Thank you for your service and happy to see got back in one piece. Stay safe and well.
Welcome home and thank you for your service ♥️
My dad fought in the Korean War got a bronze star and would never talk about his two tours lost one brother but he and his twin made it home I have strong feelings about men who have served to keep me safe thank you from all of my heart like my dad and uncles you are my hero
One of the most beautiful songs ever made.
Yeah I wish everyone could pause and pay attention to the lyrics. Beautiful song
Yes!
Such a beautiful soulful song. Reminds me of high school with my first love....
Beautiful ❤️
Yes it is!!!
This is a song I use to sing to my brother Gary
Who is now dead of COPD and I miss so much I feel him when I hear this song❤
Praying for your loving brother who endured a
lot and for you too.
Esther, Thanks for your kind words. It has been and still is rough. My wife and I try to find peace, going to church and believing that God is with him. We keep praying, Love you Ryan
Played this at my brother's funeral yesterday. Thank you for such a meaningful and heart wrenching rendition
🙏🙏🙏
So sorry...
Played this at my brothers funeral also, I was 71 his sister this song meant everything to me, I couldn't carry him to his grave but this song helped me through it. Love and miss you lad (Joe)
It means something that you put it on here
I’m here because it’s playing at a funeral I’m going to next week
Thinking of my beautiful little sister..who I lost in a tragic accident..i miss her terrible...the pain is always there..nearly two years ...forever in my heart... :(
+Norma Rojas take the positives from your situation and carry on.
You're so strong and compassionate I'm sure she still appreciates that now. She still feels your love.
Ive just lost my brother it hurts so much will play this song at his funeral miss him so much.x 😢😢feel your pain x
I do not have any biological brothers, but I do have 3 very special men in my life that I consider my Brother's.
They have held my hand when I have needed it & for that I am so fortunate.
What an amazing song!
Hunter Valley NSW Australia
I GAVE ONE OF MY BROTHERS MY LEFT KIDNEY IN 1992” HE PASSED AWAY in 1996 . 4YEARS TO THE SAME DAY I GAVE IT TO HIM 4YEARS EARLIER. THIS SONG KEEPS ME CONNECTED TO HIS LOVING SOUL. R*I*P JOSE JESUS PIÑEIRA 🙏🏼☮️❤️✌🏼👊🏼💪🏼❤️🔥🐇☝🏼🦶🏼🧠3️⃣💦💙👉🏼😎
that your kidney could not give your brother a bit longer life is really sad. praying for you.
❤
GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR BROTHER
Not that many songs that bring us oldies back to the sixties, but this is probably one the best ones.
There are probably not that many songs because this song came out in the 70s, not the 60s.
WRONG!!!!! "He Ain't Heavy, He's My Brother" is a popular music ballad written by Bobby Scott and Bob Russell. Originally recorded by Kelly Gordon in 1969, the song became a worldwide hit for The Hollies later that year and again for Neil Diamond in 1970.
***** WRONG!!!!!!!
Does it really matter 60's/70's ,still iconic.
Quite a few for me: Reflections of My Life, Every Time You Walk in the Room, Pamela, Pamela, Love Potion Number Nine, Always Something There to Remind Me, Working in a Coalmine, Ready for Love, Ma Cherie Amour, You Don't Have to say you Love me, Respect, Silence is Golden, Something, Bad Moon Rising, Heroes and Villains, Midnight Hour. I could go on listening, probably all night but I have work in the morning.
I lost my older brother 2 years ago in November to lung cancer I miss him so much. He actually died on my.birthday ‘. I was fortunate enough to visit him the Sunday prior and we had a lovely chat and I got his photo album and took him down memory lane which he certainly appreciated. His wish was to live his last days at home with his wonderful wife and other family on his wife’s side. The hospital that he had been attending lent the family a hospital bed for as long as he needed it which was made his last few days very comfortable. This song was played at the funeral first and was so applicable and set a celebration mood for the whole service so Thank you to to the HOLLIES as the day was shared in a happy way
This is my first Christmas without my big brother. I miss him so much . He was sick his last two years and whenever he felt like he was asking too much from me I would look at him and say You ain’t heavy. He knew exactly what I meant when I said that. I’ll never be connected to anyone like I was him. He was the last of my family. I know it’s a colder crueler world without him. He was my everyday dude. I’m lost . I’m broke and will never get fixed . If that is what it takes to keep his memory alive to me then I’ll embrace it fully. RIP bro
I wish so much that I’d played this for my brother..
I’d just lost my son and they both were buried a week apart.. I really wasn’t in my right mind, I sometimes listen to this and I hope he knows how much I loved him xxx
He does ❤
Love you brother.
Your brother knows how much you love him and miss him ! They are always in our hearts and souls every second of everyday! Bless you! ❤😢😢😢
I am 73 and still listening to this masterpiece, they done make make such songs anymore
2022. Still beautiful. A true masterpiece. It makes me a bit teary and as a female who rarely cries...this hits my soul. Just beautiful 👌😌👌🎈🎈👍👍
Me too. I'm a guy and lately, I cry a lot...
FOR SURE BEST SONG EVER .THIS SONG SAYS IT ALL ABOUT ALL OF OUR BELOVED BROTHERS ♥. I am so Lucky to Have a Great Great Brother.He is my best friend ❤.
I agree and have not heard this song in a long time but stumbled upon it …so fitting for the world we are moving into where we are coming together and assisting in the healing of humanity! The shift is real ….
@@smithwesson7765 Im crying too ;(
It's my favorite rendition ..of course the Hollies were fabulous!
I miss my two brothers, the both of em died at 62 a year apart. These were the guys I grew up with, there were four of us in one bed room for awhile growing up. I would do anything to call em up and talk to them. Funny they were always worried about me. I am the oldest, boy with a younger brother still alive. Thank goodness
I cry every time I hear this song, and I'm crying now.....
me too
Same
Life is just so short, make the most of what you have, and love everyone and have no regrets.
Same here: my two brothers.
Me too.
When you understand the purity of the message and the example of sacrificing for others, willingly and without complaint, you will likely agree that this is absolutely one of the best songs ever written in the history of music.
The "purity of the message"... yes! That's exactly why it resonates so emotionally with so many different people!
Well put!
Amen my brother, back @ you man
Well said.
Aaamen brother!
I agree with you
Was my late friends favourite song, the harmonica is truly tear jerking.
My family is a large part of first responders. This song means alot to us. ❤
I don’t think this song is literally about his brother I believe it’s about helping your fellow man when he’s down.
Correct
For sure. But it's quite poignant when your actual brother is having a hard time, as mine is....
ABSOLUTELY!
No i think its about them saying he ain't heavy as in fat he is my brother and he saying that cause he is getting made fun of and can't get girls..
You are 100% right vulcanman64
We lost my Brother, found him at last in an English prison. I wrote to him always playing this song. Reminds me, love one another. Never stop loving
+Luke Carrol Hi! Your brother needs your love more than ever, you know...Please don't let yourself forgetting him (meaning forgetting to write letters etc...)and I hope that he's not locked up for the rest of his life. If so, well, he still need you, your love and probably few buck now 'n then...God bless...
ellen's tube
Thank you for your reply, thankfully he's served his time, and no legal problems since.
Totally agree with your post. Best wishes
Ellen, David lives in Ireland now, our home Country. Sounds to me you understand what it is to have a loved one in prison. God bless you love. I know how it is to have a broken heart.
I remember when I was in middle school I was in the car with my girlfriends, and this song came on the radio for the first time and we all hurry to turn it up and just listen at the end of this song we were going out knew we were buying this recordAlan Clark is absolutely incredible. I love the beginning when he plays a harmonica and especially when they all jump in together, this song is timeless. It will live long in the mind of men.
My dearest brother Jimmy 59 years old💙 died 1 year ago today....
he's my brother 💙 Jimmy was kind, sensitive, generous humble, gentle 💙my only brother with four sisters and he was a Doctor a Gastroenterologist💙 he died from stage 4 bile Duct cancer 💙
never sick a day in his life💙 he battled the cancer without complaining for one year and turned his life over to Jesus💙
I pray for all who have lost their dear brothers may they be in the arms of Jesus and the Blessed Mother Mary💙
goodbye dear Jimmy💙
You were a gift to me for the short time you were here💙 he's my brother 💙miss you💙 love your sister Mary
Hi Mary
Listening in 2021 and this still sounds as sweet and clear as it did back in the day, maybe more so, I have learned the real value of the words
Amen to that. Hit me hard when i finally listen to it again
Yes! Thank you!
when I saw your comment I felt exactly the same way, thanks to you.
Me too. 2021
Yep me too!
As a kid growing up in the seventies I didn't understand why adults would tear up or leave the room when they heard this song play now that I'm old and gray I understand . Life is a long and windy road with no return .
great said!
amen, brother...reminds me of this quote: “In a moment someone will get up and turn on the light. Then the old folks will remember the children and they won’t talk anymore that day. And when light fills the room, the child is filled with darkness. He knows that every time this happens he’s moved just a little closer to that darkness outside. The darkness outside is what the old folks have been talking about. It’s what they’ve come from. It’s what they endure. The child knows that they won’t talk any more because if he knows too much about what’s happened to them, he’ll know too much too soon, about what’s going to happen to him.”
― James Baldwin, Sonny's Blues
Well said.
undreadSP Wow. Speechless. So true.
stuartgmk
I also grew up in the 60s and 70s. I never heard of the hollies until my youngest brother died in 07. now I listen all the time
where was ?
Dedicated this to my brothers at my wedding...always my protectors as was I was theirs.
Hello!!! How are you doing today, please pardon me for intruding into your privacy but I just wanted to know if you’re a fan ? Have a great day… Stay Safe!
When something like this song is played at funerals or memorial services, then you have a song that is almost immortal. Absolutely incredible song.
This song came out soon after I returned from Vietnam and reminded me of the "brothers" I left behind as we were all brothers. A very sad and deep song.
God bless you sir and thank you for your service to a county that at the time didn't treat you well. Also thank God you came home.
Thank You for your service. lost a bother to COPD who served there
Louis Martin I thank you too. I apologize for how we, as a country treated you when you guys came home. I was appalling
Oh you can think of ones that did good then?
Louis Martin I hope you can find peace in your heart.a stupid war for greedy ppl
I miss my brother, he was killed in a felony hit & run in '85 and the killer has never been arrested. Every Feb 5th I play this song and shed a few tears because we have been through a lot like many of you. Thank you Hollies!!!!!!!!!
+Vivian Tanis I know your pain, I lost my brother to ,,I play this song a lot,,I never want to lose that love I feel for him ,its the strongest love ever.
I'm sorry about your Brother.
In 1985,I got dropped off by a Cop in a remote area, at night,and was hit by a driver who kept on going,thrown down side of a 2lane highway. I almost died. Was laid up for a year. You have my sympathy. Where did it happen to your brother ,if I may ask ?
Oh wow, Vivian..... I can only imagine the emptiness in your heart that you must feel. However wonderful that we have music that can assist in some of the healing......
Music is a healer
My bro in law died in the line of duty. At his funeral were law inforcement from all over the country. This was the song that was played. Not a dry eye in the house. Rest in Peace Danny
Aww love it ,lost my brother to cancer he was, himself a wonderful singer ,from linda yorkshire england
One of the best and most worthwhile songs of a generation!
r Kelly
I had this song played at my brother's funeral, it says everything
I wish we had a funeral for my brother but this would've been perfect. I miss mine too
@@cherieheide4587 the same for me. Lost my brother 3 years ago after a lifetime of battling his demons. I miss him everyday of my life. But my heart knows he's free.
@@cherieheide4587 Hello Cherie, how are things going with you?
@@annadenham5259 Hello Anna, hope ypure doing okay
I'm so sorry for the loss of your brothers
I lost my new born Baby Grandson at 02H30 this morning and my own Brother and the Veteran Brothers have helped support us in this incredibly sad time. Veterans know the pain of Loss!!
😢❤️
I just lost one of the best friends anyone could ever have. And I'm heartbroken for not being a better brother. May God bless you and and give you peace my brother Scottie.
I lost my brother to suicide in 2008, seems like yesterday. I always wanted to dance at my wedding with him to this song. never got married but I did tell him I love him and was worried about him the day before his schizophrenia life altering event.love you Lenny
Hello Cherie, how are things going with you?
So sorry for your loss Cherie
My cousin lives with Skitzophrenia it's not nice .And a gentleman at my old workplace his mum has it
He stood up spoke bravely about this illness. A room full of women we burst out crying. Cherish the memories that's all you can do really
Extremely difficult
Hello.. Cherie
One of the greatest songs ever written and performed to perfection by this great group - it will never get old
Hello Linda, how are things going with you?
My brothers struggling daily we just lost our pops heartbroken he’s poorly and we don’t have ages left but thankful for the Time we have
The universe is around 13 billion years old. The earth is around 4.5 billion years old, and we are lucky enough to live in the few years around the 60's and 70's that gave us this music. As our short time as a generation starts to come to an end, our legacy will live on in music like this. We are very lucky indeed my friends, very very lucky. Enjoy.
on night when our Mum ,and his brothers sister switched off his life surpport
This was played that night when I was shower and I cried my heart out in the arms of wife ,
Mum joined him with dad several years later
See you one day ❤
The song was particularly applicable to the Vietnam era, where servicemen were literally putting their wounded buddies on their backs, and carrying them out of harm. I think of this song every time I see the Vietnam Memorial in Washington, DC which shows a wounded soldier on his comrade's back. I was fortunate to have missed VietNam; I was 18 and had a draft number, but the war ended. Six years later, however, I was commissioned in the U.S. Navy Medical Service Corps, and served 20 years. In today's world faced with a COVID-19 crisis, I see this song applicable to the dispute going on between upstate NY and downstate NY regarding sharing of ventilators. Given the shortage of ventilators, we must help our brothers where the disease is most prevalent.
Thank You for your Service. As a 28 year USAF Vet, with property and family in Upstate - it's hard..
I totally agree with you. I lived during that time period and remember this song when it was released. It was a difficult time as the war caused so much chaos. My husband is a VV.. I was too immature at the time to fully understand. Beautiful song.
1970 1972 during Vietnam
For me I drew no link at all to the Vietnam war. It was written and recorded during that time yet for me it’s about loving and caring for others who are unlike ourselves. Regardless of race, colour, creed, or gender. I’m Canadian and a few years to young to have entered in that war which many Canadians volunteered. And died.
@@doughartley3513 my brother Viet nam
Allan Clarke is the most underappreciated lead singer of all time.
This song was played tonight at my brother's Viewing RIP Jose Alberto Beto Lopez until we meet again brother love you 🙏🙏🙏🙏
Lost my brother almost 20 years ago and not a day or a hour or a minute goes by that i dont think of him he was my best friend .....i cry like a baby every time i hear this song....luv and miss u neds....artiechoke
I wasn't crying when I listened to the song but I'm crying after reading all the comments
maurmi I’m with you on that
me too
music is utterly evocative xx
it's hard to believe, there's so much sadness in his world
Same here, we've all been through something. Peace in your hearts and mind.
I would give anything to have my Late brother back. This song kills me every time. Love you bro.
IT NEVER GETS ANY EASIER, SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.
I've lost all my brothers. I'm the only one left. Can't stop crying..
Gosh, man, right in the heart. My prayers for you and your late brother, friend.
I am the same , death has made our bond stronger , god bless you my brother.
Me too
Tragic motorcycle accident
My mom was so comforted by you all she was so quiet about her illness but shared this thread with me just before she died thank you all you gave her comfort and peace especially Gary Seper Fi
Godbless angel may you sleep at peace in eternal rest good night godbless love ❤ 🙏😔❤
Let blessings shower upon your mother and you all.
My brother died when he was 49 and this song hits so hard even now that many years had passed. I miss you so much, Kuya❤️❤️❤️
Hello!!! How are you doing today, please pardon me for intruding into your privacy but I just wanted to know if you’re a fan ? Have a great day… Stay Safe!
If the world sat down and listened to the words of this song, maybe, just maybe there'd be no ,more problems in this world.
that would be really nice but remember you're talking about human beings
DENNIS BLOMMQUIST maybe if 90% of the planet wasn't completely PTSD and involved in some cult.
DENNIS BLOMMQUIST it sure would be worth a try. Especially after this election with lies flying and so much hatred....I'm so fatigued from the venom and hate of this man who has nothing to offer but negativity and division,
Add the fact that religion and politics cause more problems between people when they refuse to acknowledge that maybe, just maybe someone thinks and believes in things differently than you.
Mr. Ford, if you really paid attention to the lyrics, there is no mention of religion or politics. Mr. Blommquist is pointing out that if people acted with compassion towards others, and gave them a helping hand when they needed it, the world would be better off. You don't have to be religious to be caring and compassionate. if you're only interested in helping people who think and believe the things that you believe in, you're not really compassionate at all, just prejudiced!