Amen.. but they still try to say he is some extremists right winger. NO he is a working class man with a great voice telling the TRUTH that most of US are feeling right now.
Getting us all MEN and Women to finally say. I am done with this system. I am not going to go down without a fight tho. It is time. This is the call. I hear it!
I think the reason that all people are resonating to this message is that *humanity* wants to go home...a return to our ancestral love for one another...family, hearth, truth, love...all that jazz. It's a rejection of the modern nightmare.
@@trex9263 doesn't matter to people like this user, they just watched a video everyone else saw and now pretends to be an expert on someone they hadn't heard about until a couple of weeks ago. Just regular elitism.
Yeah, but this is common in music: Bob Dylan, John Denver, Freddie Mercury - not their real names. Since I don't know him personally, I'm gonna call him Oliver Anthony - and that's how most people are going to know him, and know who you are talking about so... that makes the most sense to me.
I was born in 81 and the first 20 years of my life made sense even with experiencing trauma and tragedy. I don't understand this world we live in now. I want to go home..
I was born in 1980 and I agree 100%. I went through a lot of struggles in my teen years and even in my elementary years but I've never witnessed insanity as I have in the last I'd say 5 years. This world is so upside down and backwards. And yes I agree.. I want to go home
@@FuxWithFire Case and point right here. People getting their jollies by attempting to hurt other people. You're not going to get anywhere by trolling me because I couldn't care less about a comment from a stranger on the internet, but just remember that people like you are what are helping to make society shitty at the moment. Although I'm sure you know that and you get off on it. So good for you I guess. Some people just want to watch the world burn amiright??
Yes! Ppl know real when they hear and see it. That's why Oliver is loved. Art is left up to interpretation, I know what he's saying yet I can see home being in a context of love of fellow man & out of this materialistic world.
You made a great point Michael. Oliver and I are cut from different clothes. He’s a God fearing man and I’m not religious, but his music is true. Not because of the subject matter, but that it comes from his core. And it’s the greatest art any person can make
@@EldenHaynes-ix7dd I wish people stopped misunderstanding what that verse actually means. That commandment has nothing to do with using the Lord's name as a curse word. It means to call upon the lord but not follow his teachings. It means to talk the talk but not walk with him. Basically it means being a hypocrite. Yes you shouldn't openly curse using God's name at a constant. But again, that's not what that verse means at all.
@@EldenHaynes-ix7dd don't know what you hear but I only hear damned in his verses.. that aint taking the "lords" name in vein.. GD is taking the "lords" name in vein dipsh*t
You've never considered the possibility that it was recorded in a studio and the video shot at his home? Then they overlaid the studio audio on the video... Like every other music video?
@@kcor4Are you saying that you know that's what's happening here? As far as I've heard, a radio station or something set all this up for him with professional equipment
I see a man struggling in a way I have and all I want is for him to be able to use his music for himself first. I hope he gets that opportunity because I see a lot of people trying to use him for their purposes. He deserves that opportunity as an artist to grow and shape his own narrative.
A-Men! I actually said something very similar in response to a post he made the other day. He isn’t the spokesperson for America, we as humans just feel many of the same feelings And struggles. I hope he doesn’t take this attention and process it in a negative way.
I sincerely hope that I don’t see him campaign stumping for any politician any time or ever. I like everything about his music, I’m good with what he’s feeling, but I can see some politicians wanting to use him as a pawn. Hope that doesn’t happen.
When I was a little girl and I would get upset, I would cry and say I just want to go home even when I was home. Haven't related to this more than anything. Brings back those feelings of not feeling like I'm home.
Art is a reflection - you nailed it...the reason he resonates too is that he's not trying to sell anything, he is a creator who has openly stated he starting writing and playing music to help with his own depression. I too wish him well - he is doing great work in a world that needs to hear this message, whether or not he realises it 🙏
i instantly loved oliver when i heard his first words of song, i've listened to his entire backlog no matter how bad the recordings are. i'm so grateful that folk music is #1 right now in the world, this can only bring good things and important conversations.
I want to say how much I LOVE how you face the camera and talk to the camera like a person.. it makes it feel like I am sitting across the table from you and it has a totally different feel than all the other reaction videos.What an Excellent review you gave.. also thank you for the live stream last night with Jake!
6:25 "I have so many mixed feelings about this." Amen, Brother! To me, Chris has a Huge Heart and feels the sadness, sickness, and evil of this world and it makes him really sad. If he didn't care, he would not be so sad.
Gen X U.S. Navy vet here. Just happy to see he's finally happy, having fun, living up and enjoying his life with his fans. He's that unstoppable train in the night heading to the sun and we're all invited along for the ride.
Regardless of how you feel about Oliver Anthony, you can feel the emotion resonating from that gravelly voice and the trailing vibrato in each of the lines. It's something that many seek, but few truly find. It comes naturally for him, but it took a lot of pain and depression to bring it to the fore.
@@slfprtrt Yeah, no. Those that say that there's contradiction in the other song are assuming that Oliver Anthony is in the same boat with the 5'3" 300lb milking welfare. They may be in the same "economic class", but they are not the same. For example, one is living off the dole of the taxpayer. The other is working and paying into the system. I'll let you decide who is who, but what was clearly referenced in the song was the person that is nothing but a draw on the system. He's referring to the person that doesn't work and doesn't want to and gets paid using tax dollars provided by the working class to keep themselves in a unhealthy state. Those that want to gaslight people into thinking that the people utilizing the system for a hand up because of difficult times are who he's talking about are completely disconnected from the message. The problem isn't Oliver (Chris). The problem is with your biases. Quit assuming anything and take the song as it says. There is no gray area or suggestive lines. He said what he meant and he meant what he said, and nothing in the song was a contradiction...unless you're someone consuming the likes of Hasan Piker and the rest of the MSM. THEY asserted that and those that want to disagree with the intent of the song tend to agree with what they said. Quit following and think for yourself.
He is singing to the heart of many generations. He will not be forgotten. I pray he makes it through all this publicity and everybody interrupting his privacy.
Well said Michael. I agree 100%. The reason this guy is resonating with so many people across the globe is the fact that he is authentic and real. And he is able to convey his heart in a way that connects with others. That’s why the person in South Africa that knows nothing about American politics, and knows nothing about Appalachia, instantly connects with Oliver Anthony. They can plug their situation, circumstance, or life experience, into the framework that Oliver creates and they say, “I get it. I’ve had those same feelings.”
His emotion and his articulation, or lack of articulation with his words just adds to the emotion of this song. Then you add in the lyrics of the song and the twang of his guitar just makes this a great song.
I am not a musician nor have the discipline to become one but I have to say I love your video's and the reactions to Christopher Anthony Lunsford's , AKA Oliver Anthony's, new music. You can "feel" the honesty in his music and for you have that same enthusiasm is awesome to see.
That was so nice thank you 🙏🏻 loved this 💕🥹 Oliver (Chris) Anthony is my new favorite artist and I hope he releases an album like real CDs and Records would be cool too! I would buy it up in a second ❤
Michael you said what I have felt for years. I am a Christian, with mostly conservative views and identify politically as Libertarian, and I love Phish, the Dead, Umphree's McGee, etc; and I know that our "politics" don't match, but our love for good music, positive attitudes, and love for people is shared, we just understand how to get there differently. Keep doing what you're doing!
My reaction to your guitar playing with the song was awesome ! Even though it was just a little. To me it's like we all saw this meteor coming to hit earth and Oliver (Chris) blew it up. Bring the whole word together and talking. All the glory to God ❤❤
I love your vibe. Thank you! I really like how your turn and talk so close and friendly with your audience. And I love Oliver and his message. So much good in this. Keep it all up.
You hit it square man... he is popular because he is pouring his heart out..!! There will always be haters, but that is, was, and will always be the sign of a true artist whatever the medium.. to put your heart and soul into your art... Some people appreciate it and others don't.
My line for artists has always been I don't mind politics, I mind when you tell me what to do or what to think. If they're respectful I have no problem continuing to support them - the second they aren't I'm done. I love the song and you had a great breakdown Michael.
Michael I am so glad you gave an honest opinion of Oliver, you left politics out of it, so many on the left are blasting this guy and many of my hero's in the music community will blast him also. We need to keep politics out of it because at the end of the day 3 chords and the truth will always prevail.
Such a great point. Not everything needs to be a right or a wrong. A left or a right. We're people, lets just listen and try to empathize with each other.
Anyone saying this man doesn't believe the words in these songs, has got to be either emotionally stunted, or playing team sports. I can't imagine hearing this man almost cry some parts of these songs out and say it's all an act.
Oliver has brought the world to tears. Amazingly from all walks of life. He is just what the world needed. A single voice, no explanation we all understand. More importantly an anthem a coming together of the masses. They need to play it in stadiums, let’s put a fire in the bellies of the world population to push back against the evil that seeks to destroy us and minimize us.
Ideologically* I’ve been loving your videos man. Keep up the good work. We’re all humans and are going through this experience together. Gotta love what’s from the heart.
This man is absolutely is bright light in so many people’s lives. I really think he was brought to us by God to help us try to heal as a nation and start prayer again. We are all in this together.
The exciting thing is that regular people are making a statement about the problems and fears of the current situations through music. This happened during Vietnam War and the voice of the young were heard through the music of protest. For the first time since Covid I feel something positive happening.
What I truly love about his music is that perfection does not have to be perfect. What I mean is…his guitar skills might be simple but his music and message are absolute perfection.
The best thing about Oliver's music is that all of these songs of his, he wrote and performed (recorded) while being consumed and haunted by these emotions/addiction/pain and this was his way of getting it off his chest. Thats why you can feel the emotions so strongly in his music.
Its just music from the heart! In HIS WAY! not anyone else.... Its genuine! Music has lost that over the last 15 years... Too produced_to marketed.. _all about sales! This proves music just a guitar and words still lives... There is HOPE!! STILL.... YOUR RIGHT.
True art comes from your soul and heart , forget technique . I feel the guy no matter where he politically stands.... He delivers his true reality ....
Thank you ❤️. I love watching your videos. I love what you said in this. You don't have to agree with someone to appreciate their pain and their music, their art. We are all humans trying to make it in this world. No matter your ideologies, beliefs,.. We can respect and love one another as humans and come together over beautiful music. Nothing better than music ❤🎶
Man I appreciate your reactions more than anyone’s. You get after the melody but realize where the song shines most and in this case, the message. You respect it, let it play, and give your honest thoughts. Love it
I always jusge music by goose bumps. If i get them its a good song. I still get goose bumps when i hear a good version of the national anthem and ive probably heard it a million times. When i first heard Rich Men i put my phone on loop and fell asleep to it. It was still playing when i woke up.
This man is so genuine and honest he scares the hell out of the establishment. He won't be put in a box. Nashville can't corral him. The political establishment is in a tizzy because he's an independent thinker Perish the thought. He's not on the right or the left he's just a working man's artist. Notice the people who are listening to him. He appeals to all races and genders. People recognize his heart and that is what makes him a threat. Pray for spiritual protection for him and keep supporting his music. God bless the righteous
It's kinda funny you said, roughly speaking, that he's in a place to where he has to create. There's many different ways for me to connect with Oliver's music. One being that it's coming from the heart. I believe what he's saying. But on a very serious level. I was a professional mechanic, welder, and a so so fabricator. I had a back surgery that failed. I'm 100% disabled now. It hurts just to sit up. Although in my head all I can think about is making and creating things. It's basically killing me to not be able to work. Back to the song, Yeah I feel like I just want to go home. I feel like I'm just sitting here waiting to die. Because, for me personally, what I'm enduring feels worse than death. The REALLY messed up thing is that I could be fixed!! I have a doctor that has the ability to make my life 1000 times better. I just can't afford it. Medicare won't cover it, even though it's cheaper in the long run. I cannot even begin to describe what that feels like inside. Yes, I'm well aware that there's people who are WAY worse off than I am. I'm in no way trying to compare others pain and suffering to mine, period. My heart goes out to those folks more than you'll know. Anyway, this is how I relate to this song. Thanks for the great content Mr. Palmisano. I do enjoy it even though I've not a clue how to play a guitar!!
@@cindi7955 Thank You Cindi for taking the time to read and type me out a little something. I was having a pretty rough night the other day. Obviously, none of this is your fault. But you taking the time out of your day does actually mean something to me!! You have a loving heart. I hope the ones around you see that and appreciate it. You Be Safe Out There!! 🤗🤠
@@abitoffcenter383 Time best used is time shared in someone's suffering or sorrow even if that is just a few words. Many people have done that through my life and so thankful for each one. 💔❤🩹
Mr. Mike... thank you for some GREAT final thoughts !!! I agree total. Excellent breakdown on the songs "logistics". Always a pleasure. Keep on Keeping on ! Look forward to more of these from this artist and the others you cover.
Last I checked I thought we were still a free country..Oliver definitely feels what he's singing, and he has the right and freedom to sing about it, it should be appreciated! The fact that he believes what he Is singing is the reason why he is hitting so many people in the heart!
I love how you framed that very logical point. If we took out the immediate narrative from the mainstream media how many more would be touched by his music instead of hating it? I am from a different side of the country, in a different financial situation and his music touches me to my core. But I’m also a free thinker.
This man has done more in 2 weeks for bringing 🙌 everyone together than any politician has ever done! 🙏
Kind of hard to divide people into factions when they all feel the same pain.
Yes! 🥹💕🙏🏻✝️
You clearly haven't read the lyrics, Oliver is a hateful bigot
Amen.. but they still try to say he is some extremists right winger. NO he is a working class man with a great voice telling the TRUTH that most of US are feeling right now.
Very good point… brother
Oliver Anthony has men all across the country that haven't shed a tear in 15 years approaching his songs very carefully around people.
Good one man,and true I'm sure. I'm a little weepy,but damn I think I've dehydrated myself.
True !
That guy sings some strong onions!!
Getting us all MEN and Women to finally say. I am done with this system. I am not going to go down without a fight tho. It is time. This is the call. I hear it!
add me to the tear list, i'll be the first to admit it, oliver brings out the sadness in all of us for sure the pain he is going through.
I think the reason that all people are resonating to this message is that *humanity* wants to go home...a return to our ancestral love for one another...family, hearth, truth, love...all that jazz. It's a rejection of the modern nightmare.
💯 with you
I think they feel that their freewill is being pulled away
We cannot feel that way we must unite spend as one let him sing it and we act. God shed all is possible, let's unite as one and do it for God
@@jonihaynes-haasch8988 the world is more separate than it ever has been
Yup. Just like Hank Sr used to say "I'll never get out of this world alive"
Dudes name is Chris. Oliver was his Grandfather and he named his venture Oliver Anthony Music in his honor. I'd say he is doing his Grandfather proud!
Yes, you're right. When Chris was explaining about his name, he also said it was fine to call him either "Chris" or "Oliver". I love his music.
I’d say so too!!
@@trex9263 doesn't matter to people like this user, they just watched a video everyone else saw and now pretends to be an expert on someone they hadn't heard about until a couple of weeks ago. Just regular elitism.
Yeah, but this is common in music: Bob Dylan, John Denver, Freddie Mercury - not their real names. Since I don't know him personally, I'm gonna call him Oliver Anthony - and that's how most people are going to know him, and know who you are talking about so... that makes the most sense to me.
His stage name will be Oliver Anthony and he mostly likely will use that name with pride!!
I was born in 81 and the first 20 years of my life made sense even with experiencing trauma and tragedy. I don't understand this world we live in now. I want to go home..
Same I was born in 74 growing up through the 80's...nothing is the same in this new world it'd be nice to go home.
Same year ... I miss when the world made sense 😢
I was born in 1980 and I agree 100%. I went through a lot of struggles in my teen years and even in my elementary years but I've never witnessed insanity as I have in the last I'd say 5 years. This world is so upside down and backwards. And yes I agree.. I want to go home
lmao
@@FuxWithFire Case and point right here. People getting their jollies by attempting to hurt other people. You're not going to get anywhere by trolling me because I couldn't care less about a comment from a stranger on the internet, but just remember that people like you are what are helping to make society shitty at the moment. Although I'm sure you know that and you get off on it. So good for you I guess. Some people just want to watch the world burn amiright??
I think people across the world love Oliver's music because he's AUTHENTIC.
You cant generate that with a focus group ...
Authenticity is the most valuable resource as it's in the shortest supply.
Yes! Ppl know real when they hear and see it. That's why Oliver is loved. Art is left up to interpretation, I know what he's saying yet I can see home being in a context of love of fellow man & out of this materialistic world.
Plus, his voice isn’t hard to listen too….❤❤❤
THIS. Most people arent authentic. I cant blame them though. We're all part of a game and are forced to wear different masks.
You made a great point Michael. Oliver and I are cut from different clothes. He’s a God fearing man and I’m not religious, but his music is true. Not because of the subject matter, but that it comes from his core. And it’s the greatest art any person can make
@@EldenHaynes-ix7ddAnother judgmental sinner. Just appreciate him bringing the lord’s name to the world.
@@EldenHaynes-ix7ddyes because you absolutely don’t what so ever.
@@EldenHaynes-ix7dd I wish people stopped misunderstanding what that verse actually means. That commandment has nothing to do with using the Lord's name as a curse word. It means to call upon the lord but not follow his teachings. It means to talk the talk but not walk with him. Basically it means being a hypocrite. Yes you shouldn't openly curse using God's name at a constant. But again, that's not what that verse means at all.
@@EldenHaynes-ix7dd and what is the lords name? Not his title, but his name?
@@EldenHaynes-ix7dd don't know what you hear but I only hear damned in his verses.. that aint taking the "lords" name in vein.. GD is taking the "lords" name in vein dipsh*t
Never heard a music video sound so good recoded in nature. Angels are with him.
AMEN!
You've never considered the possibility that it was recorded in a studio and the video shot at his home? Then they overlaid the studio audio on the video... Like every other music video?
@@kcor4Are you saying that you know that's what's happening here? As far as I've heard, a radio station or something set all this up for him with professional equipment
It's live...unless you think they added the insect noises...
Said it perfectly. He is in the light for sure
Oliver’s music comes from his soul. He is expressing his struggles, his journey, his story. He is for real.
I see a man struggling in a way I have and all I want is for him to be able to use his music for himself first. I hope he gets that opportunity because I see a lot of people trying to use him for their purposes. He deserves that opportunity as an artist to grow and shape his own narrative.
A-Men! I actually said something very similar in response to a post he made the other day. He isn’t the spokesperson for America, we as humans just feel many of the same feelings And struggles. I hope he doesn’t take this attention and process it in a negative way.
I sincerely hope that I don’t see him campaign stumping for any politician any time or ever. I like everything about his music, I’m good with what he’s feeling, but I can see some politicians wanting to use him as a pawn. Hope that doesn’t happen.
@@stevemcqueen9539 if that's what he wants to do more power to him. That wouldn't be my choice but he doesn't owe me anything
@@stevemcqueen9539 I was just thinking he is the perfect opportunity for a politician.
@@ish474 same here.
This one's a folk gospel tune sort of. He's pure raw talent!
When I was a little girl and I would get upset, I would cry and say I just want to go home even when I was home. Haven't related to this more than anything. Brings back those feelings of not feeling like I'm home.
Great break down. He’s a honest, authentic musician. He connect people, and we are starved for authenticity and actual connection.
In my long life I’ve never heard someone write and play with such passion and I’ve heard many. His story telling hits hard.
Absolutely right. He’s an artist that creates from his heart, and we can feel it every time he sings.
Art is a reflection - you nailed it...the reason he resonates too is that he's not trying to sell anything, he is a creator who has openly stated he starting writing and playing music to help with his own depression.
I too wish him well - he is doing great work in a world that needs to hear this message, whether or not he realises it
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i instantly loved oliver when i heard his first words of song, i've listened to his entire backlog no matter how bad the recordings are. i'm so grateful that folk music is #1 right now in the world, this can only bring good things and important conversations.
I want to say how much I LOVE how you face the camera and talk to the camera like a person.. it makes it feel like I am sitting across the table from you and it has a totally different feel than all the other reaction videos.What an Excellent review you gave.. also thank you for the live stream last night with Jake!
His songs definitely nail how people feel or have felt at some point.
6:25 "I have so many mixed feelings about this." Amen, Brother! To me, Chris has a Huge Heart and feels the sadness, sickness, and evil of this world and it makes him really sad. If he didn't care, he would not be so sad.
Yes he feels other peoples suffering greatly. 💔❤🩹
Gen X U.S. Navy vet here. Just happy to see he's finally happy, having fun, living up and enjoying his life with his fans. He's that unstoppable train in the night heading to the sun and we're all invited along for the ride.
Dude's the needed voice of the people!
Regardless of how you feel about Oliver Anthony, you can feel the emotion resonating from that gravelly voice and the trailing vibrato in each of the lines. It's something that many seek, but few truly find. It comes naturally for him, but it took a lot of pain and depression to bring it to the fore.
At least this song's lyrics don't have the internal contradictions that were present in "rich men north of Richmond"
Explain
@@slfprtrt Yeah, no. Those that say that there's contradiction in the other song are assuming that Oliver Anthony is in the same boat with the 5'3" 300lb milking welfare. They may be in the same "economic class", but they are not the same. For example, one is living off the dole of the taxpayer. The other is working and paying into the system. I'll let you decide who is who, but what was clearly referenced in the song was the person that is nothing but a draw on the system. He's referring to the person that doesn't work and doesn't want to and gets paid using tax dollars provided by the working class to keep themselves in a unhealthy state.
Those that want to gaslight people into thinking that the people utilizing the system for a hand up because of difficult times are who he's talking about are completely disconnected from the message. The problem isn't Oliver (Chris). The problem is with your biases. Quit assuming anything and take the song as it says. There is no gray area or suggestive lines. He said what he meant and he meant what he said, and nothing in the song was a contradiction...unless you're someone consuming the likes of Hasan Piker and the rest of the MSM. THEY asserted that and those that want to disagree with the intent of the song tend to agree with what they said. Quit following and think for yourself.
He is singing to the heart of many generations. He will not be forgotten. I pray he makes it through all this publicity and everybody interrupting his privacy.
Well said Michael. I agree 100%. The reason this guy is resonating with so many people across the globe is the fact that he is authentic and real. And he is able to convey his heart in a way that connects with others. That’s why the person in South Africa that knows nothing about American politics, and knows nothing about Appalachia, instantly connects with Oliver Anthony. They can plug their situation, circumstance, or life experience, into the framework that Oliver creates and they say, “I get it. I’ve had those same feelings.”
His emotion and his articulation, or lack of articulation with his words just adds to the emotion of this song. Then you add in the lyrics of the song and the twang of his guitar just makes this a great song.
I like his music. Making a statement and it’s refreshing even though the subject matter is difficult. Thanks for sharing!
Best music reactions on TH-cam. It’s so genuinely enthusiastic
Your understanding of music and guitars is mind boggling. You have an incredible gift, sir!
I have not lived the things he represents, but I have eyes, ears and a heart that sees the suffering and knows the hurt.
Enjoyed it. Love the level headed commentary about appreciating the art even if you disagree with the artist.
There's a difference between listening to music and hearing music. His music has brought people closer to hearing music more than ever.
This one makes me feel both at peace & melancholy simultaneously. And damn I'm missing Montana right now.
Well done Mr Anthony 👏
I am not a musician nor have the discipline to become one but I have to say I love your video's and the reactions to Christopher Anthony Lunsford's , AKA Oliver Anthony's, new music. You can "feel" the honesty in his music and for you have that same enthusiasm is awesome to see.
Chris is singing about the same prayer I've been praying since 1978. "Lord, I want to go Home. Come quickly, Lord Jesus."
Amen.
My heart cry also, since 1974 here!
2:59
Really can't wait to see the 2nd coming , and watch what the TV says I just want to go home , not suicidal, just can't wait to watch the mayhem
Seems a bit macabre or deadpan, but don't go swingin' from a rope on us, old G.
What a deep song, for so any that have gone to that dark place. Thanks for playing this song. Remember, the Good Lord, will get you through anything.
That was so nice thank you 🙏🏻 loved this 💕🥹
Oliver (Chris) Anthony is my new favorite artist and I hope he releases an album like real CDs and Records would be cool too! I would buy it up in a second ❤
He said he is working on everything like a merch store but I would assume he's also making an album. He's already got enough songs on TH-cam.
@@PennelopeWhitmore oh yes thank you! That’s awesome 🤩
Amazing sound….AND, love your analysis and teaching style!
Michael you said what I have felt for years. I am a Christian, with mostly conservative views and identify politically as Libertarian, and I love Phish, the Dead, Umphree's McGee, etc; and I know that our "politics" don't match, but our love for good music, positive attitudes, and love for people is shared, we just understand how to get there differently. Keep doing what you're doing!
Same, some people can’t seem to grasp how I can be a southern conservative and love the Dead
Glad to see everyone jumping on board. Such a moving song.
My reaction to your guitar playing with the song was awesome ! Even though it was just a little. To me it's like we all saw this meteor coming to hit earth and Oliver (Chris) blew it up. Bring the whole word together and talking. All the glory to God ❤❤
I love your vibe. Thank you! I really like how your turn and talk so close and friendly with your audience. And I love Oliver and his message. So much good in this. Keep it all up.
You hit it square man... he is popular because he is pouring his heart out..!!
There will always be haters, but that is, was, and will always be the sign of a true artist whatever the medium.. to put your heart and soul into your art...
Some people appreciate it and others don't.
No auto-tune in sight!! This man is quickly becoming a national treasure. Please protect him and send all of the naysayers back to the barn.
My line for artists has always been I don't mind politics, I mind when you tell me what to do or what to think. If they're respectful I have no problem continuing to support them - the second they aren't I'm done. I love the song and you had a great breakdown Michael.
Politics IS telling you what to do. That's what is always comes down to. Any form.
I think you should reread what I said. @@NoKingsNoGodsOnlyMan
Too bad hes siding with the wrong side, the one whos never been remembered positively for any policy ever. all right wingers touch their kids.
Michael I am so glad you gave an honest opinion of Oliver, you left politics out of it, so many on the left are blasting this guy and many of my hero's in the music community will blast him also. We need to keep politics out of it because at the end of the day 3 chords and the truth will always prevail.
Such a great point. Not everything needs to be a right or a wrong. A left or a right. We're people, lets just listen and try to empathize with each other.
Anyone saying this man doesn't believe the words in these songs, has got to be either emotionally stunted, or playing team sports. I can't imagine hearing this man almost cry some parts of these songs out and say it's all an act.
This men is the best .. and he sings from heart.. and got some many people together..
Truth always touches the heart, the soul can only release it in the end.Great job Oliver.
Oliver has brought the world to tears. Amazingly from all walks of life. He is just what the world needed. A single voice, no explanation we all understand. More importantly an anthem a coming together of the masses. They need to play it in stadiums, let’s put a fire in the bellies of the world population to push back against the evil that seeks to destroy us and minimize us.
Your breakdown and analysis of his music is the best on TH-cam. Great job.👍
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I’ve been loving your videos man. Keep up the good work. We’re all humans and are going through this experience together. Gotta love what’s from the heart.
I love the way you can watch him and listen to him play then explain what he's doing with his music. You are very talented!!. Thank you
Moving song extraordinary voice ❤
This man is absolutely is bright light in so many people’s lives. I really think he was brought to us by God to help us try to heal as a nation and start prayer again. We are all in this together.
Oliver likes making everyone cry
Oliver sings the truth. If you can't handle the truth, fake it like everyone else. Ever listen to the blues? It's about real life.
Love when a man sings with his heart and soul!
As an artist Oliver is compelled to speak the words that pour from his soul from his perspective on life experiences. That's what makes him real.
I can't define authentic, but I know it when I hear it.
You give me joy and when you found the dead , I found you. Dig your history and journey. You are authentic. Keep on keeping on.
The exciting thing is that regular people are making a statement about the problems and fears of the current situations through music. This happened during Vietnam War and the voice of the young were heard through the music of protest. For the first time since Covid I feel something positive happening.
He deserves sold out shows and so much moree I believe he would reach heights out of this world this is truly beautiful🤍
What I truly love about his music is that perfection does not have to be perfect. What I mean is…his guitar skills might be simple but his music and message are absolute perfection.
Music, music the universal language!! It can heal the heartbroken!
The best thing about Oliver's music is that all of these songs of his, he wrote and performed (recorded) while being consumed and haunted by these emotions/addiction/pain and this was his way of getting it off his chest. Thats why you can feel the emotions so strongly in his music.
This song is really beautiful.
I appreciate his songs because I can empathize with the message.
Another banger, the guy is killing it, and so are you. Thanks.
Its just music from the heart! In HIS WAY! not anyone else.... Its genuine! Music has lost that over the last 15 years... Too produced_to marketed.. _all about sales! This proves music just a guitar and words still lives... There is HOPE!! STILL.... YOUR RIGHT.
His shows are two guys and a couple guitars. Everyone wants to see him. Never seen anything like it.
Dude, you hit the nail on the head with your breakdown of the real value of what's he produced and is doing.
True art comes from your soul and heart , forget technique . I feel the guy no matter where he politically stands.... He delivers his true reality ....
Oliver's music is so spot on I get emotional every time I hear him sing, and I'm a guy who hates getting emotional...God bless.
Dear Oliver is so young to feel as he does , it took me seventy years to arrive where he is now .
Thank you ❤️. I love watching your videos. I love what you said in this. You don't have to agree with someone to appreciate their pain and their music, their art. We are all humans trying to make it in this world. No matter your ideologies, beliefs,.. We can respect and love one another as humans and come together over beautiful music. Nothing better than music ❤🎶
Man I appreciate your reactions more than anyone’s. You get after the melody but realize where the song shines most and in this case, the message. You respect it, let it play, and give your honest thoughts. Love it
Thanks so much Greg!!
He sings his soul.
I always jusge music by goose bumps. If i get them its a good song. I still get goose bumps when i hear a good version of the national anthem and ive probably heard it a million times. When i first heard Rich Men i put my phone on loop and fell asleep to it. It was still playing when i woke up.
This man is so genuine and honest he scares the hell out of the establishment. He won't be put in a box. Nashville can't corral him. The political establishment is in a tizzy because he's an independent thinker Perish the thought. He's not on the right or the left he's just a working man's artist. Notice the people who are listening to him. He appeals to all races and genders. People recognize his heart and that is what makes him a threat. Pray for spiritual protection for him and keep supporting his music. God bless the righteous
It's kinda funny you said, roughly speaking, that he's in a place to where he has to create. There's many different ways for me to connect with Oliver's music. One being that it's coming from the heart. I believe what he's saying. But on a very serious level. I was a professional mechanic, welder, and a so so fabricator. I had a back surgery that failed. I'm 100% disabled now. It hurts just to sit up. Although in my head all I can think about is making and creating things. It's basically killing me to not be able to work. Back to the song, Yeah I feel like I just want to go home. I feel like I'm just sitting here waiting to die. Because, for me personally, what I'm enduring feels worse than death.
The REALLY messed up thing is that I could be fixed!! I have a doctor that has the ability to make my life 1000 times better. I just can't afford it.
Medicare won't cover it, even though it's cheaper in the long run. I cannot even begin to describe what that feels like inside.
Yes, I'm well aware that there's people who are WAY worse off than I am. I'm in no way trying to compare others pain and suffering to mine, period. My heart goes out to those folks more than you'll know.
Anyway, this is how I relate to this song. Thanks for the great content Mr. Palmisano. I do enjoy it even though I've not a clue how to play a guitar!!
Back surgeries are more of a scam than anything else. I've heard doctors say that back surgeons belong in prison for fraud.
Sorry for your suffering. 💔
@@cindi7955 Thank You Cindi for taking the time to read and type me out a little something. I was having a pretty rough night the other day. Obviously, none of this is your fault. But you taking the time out of your day does actually mean something to me!! You have a loving heart. I hope the ones around you see that and appreciate it.
You Be Safe Out There!! 🤗🤠
@@abitoffcenter383 Time best used is time shared in someone's suffering or sorrow even if that is just a few words. Many people have done that through my life and so thankful for each one. 💔❤🩹
Hoping Oliver sees this and hits you up for a collab, he needs like-minded musicians to champion his cause and you are a very intuitive player.
Very good message! To paraphrase, “You will always see what you are looking for even if it’s not there!”
This was amazing commentary. I appreciate you!
Mr. Mike... thank you for some GREAT final thoughts !!! I agree total. Excellent breakdown on the songs "logistics". Always a pleasure. Keep on Keeping on ! Look forward to more of these from this artist and the others you cover.
Last I checked I thought we were still a free country..Oliver definitely feels what he's singing, and he has the right and freedom to sing about it, it should be appreciated! The fact that he believes what he Is singing is the reason why he is hitting so many people in the heart!
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Oliver is for real and your reaction was real as well. Thank you. Very insightful info.
Michael, such dam good commentary! Oliver is the real deal and we instinctually know it. And it's a breath of fresh air!
Another great analysis on music and commentary from deep down. Much appreciation for this channel.
God bless this man. 🙏 i also want to go home to the kingdom of God.
I totally agree with the lyrics in this song. So true that people “have lost their way, doing everything the TV say”.
#1 song recorded on budget gear outdoors minimal production. Amazing!!
Dude. Amazing Work. Both of ya!
Thank you Michael, your commentary and words are spot on.
Love this reaction. Well said.
I love you Man. I learn so much from you playing an explaining what your doing with them. 35 years playing , it never ends..... Thank God
Great commentary Michael. He's for real, your for real, I'm damn sure for real. Moving the World forward... Let's go! Thank you
I want to go home is a prayer I say all the time.
I love how you framed that very logical point. If we took out the immediate narrative from the mainstream media how many more would be touched by his music instead of hating it? I am from a different side of the country, in a different financial situation and his music touches me to my core. But I’m also a free thinker.
Michael, I really like your perspectives on Oliver! Thank you!
Everyone's trying to divide...he's just trying to unite.
Not from the finger pointing I saw in his other infamous video