I think what makes it hit so hard is that it's not really about patriotism, but about a soldier's hard experience in war and his brotherhood with his squad/team. It feels less theoretical and more directly real and personal.
This is a very raw and emotional cover. I’m an avid fan of Home Free and have been for a little over a decade. Tim and Chance’s low bass voices lend well to this song. Tim came in strong at the beginning with that low bass voice. It’s a beautiful and haunting version. The backing harmonies were gorgeous, as well. I hope you will jump down the rabbit hole of their TH-cam channel. They are so diverse and an amazing group. They’ve covered many genres, but with a contemporary country flair with some. I am new to your channel, so even though you said this was your first reaction to them, the song made you feel something. That is human nature at its best. Nothing wrong with that.
How can a human being not become emotional, when you start thinking about the more than a million men and women that died so that you have the freedom to listen to the national anthem, pledge allegiance to the flag, go to church or not. Thank you for the video!
Thanks for your raw honesty! You might also enjoy their collaboration with Lee Greenwood and the USAF Singing Sargaents doing "God Bless the USA" Stunningly beautiful version!
You can't help but be emotional about a man about die from his war injuries, speaking from his heart. You did about as good as anyone could. It brings tears to my eyes every time I hear it.
With Home Free this wont be your only reach for the tissues, and that's okay, I appreciate your honest and raw show of emotions. I haven't seen a reactor yet that couldn't hold back the dam on this song. God Bless, I hope you get l better.
Hauntingly beautiful yet sends a powerful message. With all five singing without beatboxing drives that message home. They remind me of a pipe organ at the climax.
Nice reaction!! ❣ Home Free treated this presentation with a high degree of respect, it was very sobering and intentionally dwelling on those who have given all. Also, pointing out the desire for PEACE not war as those fighting are put into harm’s way by those who are making the decisions that take the lives others. Their video was well done, simple but very purposeful in the reflection of those who gave all and reflecting on those still serving. Thank You Home Free!!! ❤🩹💯 No need to apologize for the emotion they evoke with their exceptional vocalization that makes you think instruments and insane harmonies are all happening at times you are not expecting or prepared to encounter as they bring the words alive in way you have never heard before. Their arrangements are sensationally good and they own the presentation in a new way that just wow you!!! They simply take a cover and make it new and make it better every time.💫
J - Thank you. Some times, reactions to songs don't require many words...this is one of those songs. "Beautiful" and "sombre" cover what needs to be said. Your tears said the rest. Veterans Day is the day we thank those who put on the uniform, served, and returned home to hang up that uniform and return to civilian life. It is a different celebration than Memorial Day...when we honor those who never got to take off their uniforms -- paying the ultimate price for our freedom. There are many American military veterans around us -- men and women of all ages. They haven't always been well-treated by the public, particularly Viet Nam era vets. They were sent to do terrible jobs...along with their brothers in arms. Thank them for their service.
Actually, Home Free is doing a cover of a Finnish a Capella group, Club for Five’s, arrangement of the Dire Straits original. Tim reached out to them to ask their permission before they did it
I started following you a year ago when you started listening to REN but this is and will always be my favorite song thank you for being a reactor ❤❤❤❤
J - Your son would enjoy a trip to Baltimore, MD to visit Fort McHenry. It's a moving experience to stand there on the ramparts an look out over the harbor where the British ships were positioned to bombard the fort. The National Aquarium is also located near the harbor, and is very interesting for kids!
Having a son will bring that out of you. I have brothers and my grandfather, father, brother and nephew all served. Thankfully they were all ok. My grandfather was poisoned by mustard gas by the Germans but he survived it. This song is amazing. So beautiful. The Dire Straits version is more guitar driven where this is voice driven. Loved the echoes and the boys looked like ghosts by the windows. Good reaction!!!
ANZAC diggers from The Great War 1914-1918 (the war to end all wars) would say - remember our fallen brothers but do not glorify us or war. 'Lest We Forget'. I fear the sentiment is lost, the horror and futility forgotten, the memories turned to pride. I see a loving, protective, intelligent mother. Your children are lucky to have you. Guide them well. 🤍
Heartfelt reactions are the best. You did great. Be sure to check out the original Dire Straits version, it's so amazing. I'm 60, a former Infantry soldier, and it takes a lot to squeeze an emotional response out of me. This dang song gets to me every time, and I've listened to it a lot over the years. Meat Loaf did a song called "OBJECTS IN THE REAR VIEW MIRROR MAY APPEAR CLOSER THAN THEY ARE" th-cam.com/video/3jPMv9zJ1LE/w-d-xo.html that gets to me, also. And of course, Johnny Cash's cover of "HURT", but that one doesn't count because it gets to everybody. Lovely reaction, hon. Glad you discovered this song and Home Free. Their cover of "MAN OF CONSTANT SORROW" is fantastic, too.
MOCS was her introduction to HF! That reaction video is here: th-cam.com/video/tpP1Mvgs8BM/w-d-xo.html It's also the most popular (by a wide margin) video on this channel.
“Those heroes that shed their blood And lost their lives. You are now lying in the soil of a friendly country. Therefore, rest in peace. There is no difference between the Johnnies And the Mehmets to us where they lie side by side Here in this country of ours, You, the mothers, Who sent their sons from far away countries Wipe away your tears, Your sons are now lying in our bosom And are in peace After having lost their lives on this land they have Become our sons as well”. - Mustafa Kemal Ataturk 1934.... I posted this somewhere else before but it seems appropriate for this day.
Hi Jessie... what wonderful, emotional and heartfelt reaction to this masterpiece of a song. But as great as it is, you should definitely check out the original song and music video by Dire Straits ! At least equally impressive as this cover here. Have you seen my suggestion for November on p. ? Best wishes from Germany to TX : Gerry PS : And please, Jessie... never be ashamed for your tears... they make your reaction even more authentic !
You know this was the best reaction I have seen i feel your crying and just face said more than word. I think it a song that doesn't need to be disturb much anyway to get full affect of it. Thanks
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An emotional reaction to this IS a proper reaction. Thank you!
I think what makes it hit so hard is that it's not really about patriotism, but about a soldier's hard experience in war and his brotherhood with his squad/team. It feels less theoretical and more directly real and personal.
This is a very raw and emotional cover. I’m an avid fan of Home Free and have been for a little over a decade. Tim and Chance’s low bass voices lend well to this song. Tim came in strong at the beginning with that low bass voice. It’s a beautiful and haunting version. The backing harmonies were gorgeous, as well. I hope you will jump down the rabbit hole of their TH-cam channel. They are so diverse and an amazing group. They’ve covered many genres, but with a contemporary country flair with some. I am new to your channel, so even though you said this was your first reaction to them, the song made you feel something. That is human nature at its best. Nothing wrong with that.
How can a human being not become emotional, when you start thinking about the more than a million men and women that died so that you have the freedom to listen to the national anthem, pledge allegiance to the flag, go to church or not. Thank you for the video!
Thanks for your raw honesty! You might also enjoy their collaboration with Lee Greenwood and the USAF Singing Sargaents doing "God Bless the USA" Stunningly beautiful version!
You can't help but be emotional about a man about die from his war injuries, speaking from his heart. You did about as good as anyone could. It brings tears to my eyes every time I hear it.
Young lady, that was one of the best reactions to this song. You did a great job!
As a US Army vet I wanted to thank you for the honest snd emotional reaction.
With Home Free this wont be your only reach for the tissues, and that's okay, I appreciate your honest and raw show of emotions. I haven't seen a reactor yet that couldn't hold back the dam on this song. God Bless, I hope you get l better.
I too am an Army vet and I thank you for your reaction. You said more by just showing your feelings than any amount of words could say! Thank You !
Another song on this topic by Home Free is Traveling Soldier. Puts it on an individual level. Also emotional.
Hauntingly beautiful yet sends a powerful message. With all five singing without beatboxing drives that message home. They remind me of a pipe organ at the climax.
Nice reaction!! ❣
Home Free treated this presentation with a high degree of respect, it was very sobering and intentionally dwelling on those who have given all. Also, pointing out the desire for PEACE not war as those fighting are put into harm’s way by those who are making the decisions that take the lives others. Their video was well done, simple but very purposeful in the reflection of those who gave all and reflecting on those still serving. Thank You Home Free!!! ❤🩹💯
No need to apologize for the emotion they evoke with their exceptional vocalization that makes you think instruments and insane harmonies are all happening at times you are not expecting or prepared to encounter as they bring the words alive in way you have never heard before. Their arrangements are sensationally good and they own the presentation in a new way that just wow you!!! They simply take a cover and make it new and make it better every time.💫
Home Free are expert at eliciting emotions with their music.
A truly heartfelt reaction! Even if I don't listen to the words, the emotion still chokes me with how this was performed
J - Thank you. Some times, reactions to songs don't require many words...this is one of those songs. "Beautiful" and "sombre" cover what needs to be said. Your tears said the rest. Veterans Day is the day we thank those who put on the uniform, served, and returned home to hang up that uniform and return to civilian life. It is a different celebration than Memorial Day...when we honor those who never got to take off their uniforms -- paying the ultimate price for our freedom. There are many American military veterans around us -- men and women of all ages. They haven't always been well-treated by the public, particularly Viet Nam era vets. They were sent to do terrible jobs...along with their brothers in arms. Thank them for their service.
Actually, Home Free is doing a cover of a Finnish a Capella group, Club for Five’s, arrangement of the Dire Straits original. Tim reached out to them to ask their permission before they did it
thank you so much for sharing this with me
This video is just hauntingly beautiful! Your facial expressions and emotions said it all...no words were needed!
Worth listening and watching several times as there is subtle video things, Tim and Chance shining thru. Lyrics and all!!
I started following you a year ago when you started listening to REN but this is and will always be my favorite song thank you for being a reactor ❤❤❤❤
J - Your son would enjoy a trip to Baltimore, MD to visit Fort McHenry. It's a moving experience to stand there on the ramparts an look out over the harbor where the British ships were positioned to bombard the fort. The National Aquarium is also located near the harbor, and is very interesting for kids!
Having a son will bring that out of you. I have brothers and my grandfather, father, brother and nephew all served. Thankfully they were all ok. My grandfather was poisoned by mustard gas by the Germans but he survived it. This song is amazing. So beautiful. The Dire Straits version is more guitar driven where this is voice driven. Loved the echoes and the boys looked like ghosts by the windows. Good reaction!!!
ANZAC diggers from The Great War 1914-1918 (the war to end all wars) would say - remember our fallen brothers but do not glorify us or war. 'Lest We Forget'. I fear the sentiment is lost, the horror and futility forgotten, the memories turned to pride. I see a loving, protective, intelligent mother. Your children are lucky to have you. Guide them well. 🤍
Poor Jesse! The meaning is tough to handle but needs to be heard..❤ I have lost freinds also ..
Heartfelt reactions are the best. You did great. Be sure to check out the original Dire Straits version, it's so amazing. I'm 60, a former Infantry soldier, and it takes a lot to squeeze an emotional response out of me. This dang song gets to me every time, and I've listened to it a lot over the years. Meat Loaf did a song called "OBJECTS IN THE REAR VIEW MIRROR MAY APPEAR CLOSER THAN THEY ARE" th-cam.com/video/3jPMv9zJ1LE/w-d-xo.html that gets to me, also. And of course, Johnny Cash's cover of "HURT", but that one doesn't count because it gets to everybody. Lovely reaction, hon. Glad you discovered this song and Home Free. Their cover of "MAN OF CONSTANT SORROW" is fantastic, too.
MOCS was her introduction to HF! That reaction video is here: th-cam.com/video/tpP1Mvgs8BM/w-d-xo.html It's also the most popular (by a wide margin) video on this channel.
@@rcinsley Very cool, I'll check it out. Thanks for the tip!
“Those heroes that shed their blood
And lost their lives.
You are now lying in the soil of a friendly country.
Therefore, rest in peace.
There is no difference between the Johnnies
And the Mehmets to us where they lie side by side
Here in this country of ours,
You, the mothers,
Who sent their sons from far away countries
Wipe away your tears,
Your sons are now lying in our bosom
And are in peace
After having lost their lives on this land they have
Become our sons as well”.
- Mustafa Kemal Ataturk 1934.... I posted this somewhere else before but it seems appropriate for this day.
Nothing wrong with being true to your feelings. 🎖
A very good and true reaction to the emotional message of the song.
Hi Jessie... what wonderful, emotional and heartfelt reaction to this masterpiece of a song. But as great as it is, you should definitely check out the original song and music video by Dire Straits ! At least equally impressive as this cover here. Have you seen my suggestion for November on p. ?
Best wishes from Germany to TX : Gerry
PS : And please, Jessie... never be ashamed for your tears... they make your reaction even more authentic !
💜
Nice cover, but the original simply cannot be beaten on any level. If you haven't heard it, you should.
Personally I like the cover by Home Free better--that said the original is excellent.
Don't apologize for being human. I believe I've cried every time I've seen and heard this video.
Beautiful reaction! Patriotic and human feelings...nothing wrong with either.
You know this was the best reaction I have seen i feel your crying and just face said more than word. I think it a song that doesn't need to be disturb much anyway to get full affect of it. Thanks
#HomeFree ❤❤
Your reaction is truly on point! 🌹
watch the video The National Anthem as you never heard it
It really saddens me that out of over 120 totally awesome songs Band Maid has done, you've only heard 2! Why don't you try some more. They've just released one from their brand new album Epic Narratives. Forbidden Tale.
th-cam.com/video/EiknA3mWivA/w-d-xo.htmlsi=7aU0dNNhY_9f37ID
i hope I can check it out soon 🙂