It used to be the #1 song played on MTV in 1990 though. But you are SO VERY correct. People don’t give enough credit to Brett Michaels about the lyrical creativity of this song.
@@myreviews8099 yeah they have more top 10 songs than Motley Crue and Def Leppard combined and they have the same amount of top 10 songs as Guns N’ Roses but people underrate them
Brett Michaels (Lead Singer) donates a portion of his proceeds to a vet organization, in every city he does a concert in. He also donates to local Diabetes charities, because he is a life long diabetic. He is a HUGE supporter, of our military/vets. A little info on this video: During the song, when he sings about his friend dying, he didn't know they were going to play video of the guy. They wanted his pure reaction to it, and it said he truly cried. Brett gets a lot of crap, from a lot of people, but he is a good guy, who gives a lot, and has almost died a few times. I believe God has some kind of plan for this man.
The best friend was also his personal security guy, which is why you see him leading Bret out, he killed himself. I met Bret once at a concert and I have to say he was the most down to earth and nicest person I've ever met. It was before the concert and he took the time to have a conversation with me when he would have been getting ready for the show. After the show he invited everyone out to his bus to sign autographs for them, this was a very small venue in Nashville when he was doing solo shows. One other thing, media has portrayed Bret as being a hardcore party guy and even suggested he shoots up and this story came from someone who was interviewing him backstage one time when he was actually giving himself an insulin shot, they claimed he was shooting up. He doesn't do drugs, and I don't think he drinks (if he does it's not much) mainly because of his diabetes, he has been type 1 diabetic since he was 6 yrs old, and from what he told me, he has to keep constant control over it. (I'm a type 2 diabetic so we talked about it)
wow, someone who actually knows the story behind the vid, but it was not his friend, it was his best friend, you see the dude in the vid also, the second half of the vid, wow, its rare that people knows a story behind the songs like this nawadays :)
Desert storm vet here.. brother u are so right about the homeless vets. It’s disgusting what our country does to them and a lot of vets. Thanks for ur service... doesn’t matter what branch we were in, we are all brothers.
Nothing but respect for all of our men and women that have served and given me and my children the freedom we have.. Thank You. My Pop-Pop served in WWII my husband's father served in WWII.. My Dad served.. in between wars but he served. RESPECT
The part about his friend dying really happened to him. It was a security guard for his group. He’s watching the clips they show while he’s singing. The director inserted clips of his friend and he ended up having to take a break cause it was too painful. You can see the real emotion in his eyes during that verse.
“Fallen Angel” was also a song he wrote about a girl they knew that fell on hard times after moving to California. Poison is one of my favorite bands, their music is well written and thoughtful. I saw them live 20 years ago and they were absolutely amazing.
I personally believe that if you serve our country in the world's greatest military, you should be taken care of for life. There is no excuse why the government is allowing all these vets to go homeless. Shame on the government
My Pop, a vietnam vet stationed in Thailand and exposed to Agent Orange died from cancer caused by the agent... Government didn't offer shit... Thanks for thinking about folks like him and so many others.... Peace!!!!
What’s even worse is that it’s been debated and “worked on” for many decades now. Yet veteran suicides and homelessness rises exponentially every year 😢. As someone who served, I can definitely say that I wish I had more influence to create some kind of change for my fellow vets. This song damn near makes me cry every time and is one of the many reasons why Poison is my favorite band of all time.
You are so right. I am extremely conservative and dont like the government handing out money, but this is different. These people served and worked for our country. they gave everything. We owe them. There should be no such thing as a homeless vet
The politicians future is more important than us veterans. Why do u think they get paid almost 6digits for the rest of their lives and we get barely over poverty while we in and fight for what little we get after.
Here’s a little fact about this song. When he is singing the verse about his best friend dying, that really happened. It was his bodyguard. If you notice during this part of the video, he gets emotional and actually stops “singing” for a few seconds. It’s because it had not been that long since his friend had passed and he did not know that they were going to show the video of him. It caught him off guard.
MORE HAIR METAL LOVE the group Cinderella....any song on their Long Cold Winter album Tesla, Slaughter, Lita Ford,Blondie, Ozzy, Joan Jett, Kim Carnes, Heart
I try to thank vets and active military personnel every chance I get. My dad was Air Force, my Uncle a Marine and Grandfather was Navy. I am thankful every day for the sacrifices that military families have to endure.
Poison is on tour - maybe if you add that to the description, they won't block it? (Poison, Def Leppard, Motley Crue, and Joan Jett - looks to be a great show)
One of my two favorite "hair bands" from the era. You could deep dive these guys and not be disappointed. Thanks for this, even though I hate for the tragic circumstances that had the lady request it.
Poison is one of my favorite 80’s metal bands. They get a lot of crap because of the way they looked and because a lot of there stuff is superficial but as musicians they’re awesome (just like many 80’s hair bands) but Bretts voice is beautiful and cece’s guitar is amazing!!!
Having been a military wife and now the momma of an active duty military son... I totally get it... as much as I can without having served in the full capacity. Ms. Laurie, I’m praying for you and your children, please accept my sincerest condolences,.. God bless you
Thank you so much. Music is how I express myself and how I work through things. My girls are the same way. I am trying so hard to find something positive to grab a hold of. Me and my daughter was going to the store when he was still on life support and we prayed together and ask God for a sign that he would be ok. Not even 1 min later a deer jumped out in front of us and we hit it going 57 mph. It completely totaled the car. Then my husband passed the next week. And last week my other daughter's dog got attacked by 3 coyotes and he died the next morning. They grew up together and he was her best friend and he was the only thing that was giving her comfort. Some people say it's just a dog. To us they are people also. He was my son in my eyes. So it's dark place bad right now and all of you guys prayers and thoughts help more than you could ever imagine
@@loraharvey6740 Wow! I wish I had a favorite cliche or saying that I could comfort you with. I don't. This is an amazing amount of scary things to have to go through all at once. All testing the boundaries of life and death. I love your spirit and willingness to find outlets like music and social media to find comfort. You will be in my thoughts and prayers 💚
I have a neighbor who has no belief in the military and what they stand for (that’s not worded right but the best I can do right now) but I always tell her that you can support the men and women who put their lives on the line of our country without supporting the government or whatnot and that she should. That normally stops the argument in its tracks lol
I totally agree with you about our vets. I saw a sign that fits in my opinion... If you don't want to stand behind our military then gladly stand in front of them... Enough said.
Thank you for your service to this great country of ours sir! My wife and children can sleep in peace, and safety because of heroes such as yourself. You did not know what you would face when you signed up, and that is courage! Thank you brother!
I'll grant you, our military veteran don't get near the respect they deserve, but it's NOTHING like it was when they came back from Vietnam. People spit on them and called them baby killers and worse things that I won't repeat.
I grew up with Poison. First rock t shirt I ever bought. Went to a swap meet at a drive in theater a few tiwns over.. Look what the cat dragged in and a goddy skull ring. 6th grade was awesome!
i was in high school in the late 70s , i work with guys that were in nam they were a little older than me . i became good friends with them , They never talk about vietnam , i saw frank one day in shorts i ask him what are those marks on your legs he said they were bullet holes and left at that , later on i was talking to his brother in law and he told me frank was running to a chopper with two wounded soldiers on his back frank was a big guy 6'5 , just before he got to the chopper he was hit with machine gun fire in the legs , people today have no idea what vets have been thru, God Bless are Vets they keep america safe and free.
I Won't Forget You, Fallen Angel, Every Rose Has It's Thorn...Poison could do the deep songs (well deep for hair metal) when they wanted to. Grew up on these guys, and what I was sober enough to remember was good times.
Unfortunately, sometimes, things have to get worse before they get better. To anyone... ANYONE... that needs to hear this.... I love you for you.... NEVER stop living! 💜💜💜
Ms Laura, I have been in some dark lonely places. What ever you're going through please know it truly can get better. Prayers sent to you and your family. Never stop believing, with love from Wi.
This is an amazing song and based on true events. His body guard and friend died in a palm springs hotel room he locked himself in his room when he got the news and wrote this song. The veteran part is about his cousin Bob who was in wounded in Vietnam. There's actually another version of this song that is 28 minutes long.
And when his bodyguard kimo is shown in the video. He breaks down and cries. They left it in the video. You can see because he stops singing (lip synching for video)
Truly a gem. Especially the part of his best friend/bodyguard dying and getting the news on Christmas Eve. You can see the pain on his face watching the clips. An underrated song that means so much to so many. P.S. You said about going in and coming out of the service…as one vet to another, thank you for your service.
This video has never been banned in this country! One of Poisons greatest songs.. such a powerful message. Prayers for the lady and her family that requested this song
God bless you Laura, sorry for your loss. Hope things will work out in your favor of course. A great song indeed, I hate the Wars, but the soldiers are so brave and doing their part and if not for them, God only knows! So Thank you all the service men and women. Thank you so much..! And thanks Billy for a good reaction.
Thank you Laura for this request. My prayers for you and your family. Just know the Lord is always with you and will never leave you. He loves you and grieves with you. 💔😢🙏✝️
Ahhh Poison one of my favorites from the 80's and 90's.. love all their music.. I've been in that dark place for weeks now, I'm grasping at anything to pull me out.. it's an up hill battle and at times feels like wasted energy...
I understand that place completely. If you need or want to talk I'm right here. I know you don't know me but just trust me when I say I definitely know how the dark place feels and sometimes talking it out helps. Like I said I am here if you need to vent and rant. Hugs
This has to be most profound "Hair metal song " ever. Bless Miss LOrrie and her girls. I'm coming up on one year after loosing my dad . I''m an adult but still hurts.
Poison was awesome. Reckless Love Mentions them is a very positive perspective in their song I LOVE HEAVY METAL. Poison knew how to have fun and have a good party but they also had their deep moments too.
I can't listen to this song without crying. This was my youngest brother's favorite song when it came out. This song was played at his funeral. He was only 16 years old when he was murdered.
I'm so sorry for your brother. I'm praying for him and you and your family. No matter how long it has been. I hope justice was found along with peace for you and your family. I know first hand how hard loss can be. Hugs coming your way.
First I want to thank everyone for the thoughts, prayers, and hugs that has been sent. They are greatly appreciated and very much felt. You have no idea how much it actually helps me knowing all of you are here for me and my girls in this time. If I am ever needed for any of you guys I am here 100 percent. I tried to thank you each personally in your comments and if I missed anyone please believe that it was not intended. I love you all and i am sending a most powerful hugs to all of you! Billy, please don't stress about what you are not able to do. Just you being there and playing this for me is more than I could ask for. Darlin you are like an answered prayer. You are so kind and caring for all of us. I can only pray that we fans make you feel the same way. Thank you so much for all of your support. Just you being willing to accept my letters and listen to me pour my heart out is more than enough. It's really been a difficult time. Like I told a person in the comments, when Nicky was on life support me and Phoebe was going to town and prayed together for God to give us a sign that he would be ok. Not even 1 min later a deer jumped in front of us and we hit it going 57 mph. Totaled the car. Nicky passed a week later. Last week my other daughters dog got attacked by 3 coyotes and he died the next morning. A lot of people say it's just a dog but to us they are people too. He was her best friend. They grew up together and he was the only thing getting her through this. So yea dark place majorly right now. But this video and this comment thread is so powerful to me and my girls. It is very inspiring and we can feel all the hug, prayers, and thoughts coming to us. And you done that Billy. And I am internally grateful. Thank you so much. And with much love. And by the way...that is a perfect shirt to do this reaction in lol. Love it!
A few facts from an old poison buff on how this song was written this was during the time when Jim Baker got caught , Bret has always advocated respect for the military and they even sent care packages to the guys oversees out if pocket, his best friend was his bodyguard kimo that really happened and when they first came to L.A they lived in an abandoned warehouse so they were actually homeless at first and they worked really hard to get where they got in the hayday if hairmetal they used to spend all day putting flyers on cars for whatever gig they were playing. I guess I've bored you enough Positive energy 👌 for you mam . I hope you find your something to believe in
Both my Uncle's served in Nam and thankfully came home.. not quite the same but they are still here at 77 and 75.. My brother-in-law couldn't take it and committed suicide in 2000.I don't remember that time.. I was a baby.. but I truly can't imagine not respecting our men and women that serve our country.. I still don't understand why ppl hated our men and women who served in Nam... They didn't have a choice.. they were drafted.. they HAD to go and serve.. They didn't deserve the hate they came home to.
That’s was Bret’s friend and bodyguard who committed suicide in the hotel room if you notice he lost it a bit and he wasn’t singing really in time because the director placed the photos and Bret didn’t know. That’s where the song came from.
I pray for anybody is having a hard time with anything right now Weatherby the loss of a loved one are just struggling in general with any situation that God will help you and give you whatever you need
I was on a med cruise when my nephew was born. I was on another med cruise when my niece was born and then my other nephew was born. 30 days later he died. SIDS. Being military is not easy to begin with but then going home you have changed so much that making connections with the people you used to be close to is impossible. I am no longer close to my best friend because we grew in completely different ways. she married and had three kids. I traveled the world and grew a navy potty mouth. just different. Condolences Laura.
No matter what their vices, no vet that fought overseas should ever be homeless. Thank you for serving our country. God Bless America
This is a really criminally underrated song lyrically.
It used to be the #1 song played on MTV in 1990 though. But you are SO VERY correct. People don’t give enough credit to Brett Michaels about the lyrical creativity of this song.
Criminaly underrated band. They were so pretty nobody took them seriously
@@myreviews8099 yeah they have more top 10 songs than Motley Crue and Def Leppard combined and they have the same amount of top 10 songs as Guns N’ Roses but people underrate them
@@countrifried another good song lyrically is life loves a tragedy
@@hokey8738 wow I had no idea. Damn
Brett Michaels (Lead Singer) donates a portion of his proceeds to a vet organization, in every city he does a concert in. He also donates to local Diabetes charities, because he is a life long diabetic. He is a HUGE supporter, of our military/vets.
A little info on this video: During the song, when he sings about his friend dying, he didn't know they were going to play video of the guy. They wanted his pure reaction to it, and it said he truly cried.
Brett gets a lot of crap, from a lot of people, but he is a good guy, who gives a lot, and has almost died a few times. I believe God has some kind of plan for this man.
The best friend was also his personal security guy, which is why you see him leading Bret out, he killed himself. I met Bret once at a concert and I have to say he was the most down to earth and nicest person I've ever met. It was before the concert and he took the time to have a conversation with me when he would have been getting ready for the show. After the show he invited everyone out to his bus to sign autographs for them, this was a very small venue in Nashville when he was doing solo shows. One other thing, media has portrayed Bret as being a hardcore party guy and even suggested he shoots up and this story came from someone who was interviewing him backstage one time when he was actually giving himself an insulin shot, they claimed he was shooting up. He doesn't do drugs, and I don't think he drinks (if he does it's not much) mainly because of his diabetes, he has been type 1 diabetic since he was 6 yrs old, and from what he told me, he has to keep constant control over it. (I'm a type 2 diabetic so we talked about it)
His-bean I agree that God has big plans for this amazing soul.
wow, someone who actually knows the story behind the vid, but it was not his friend, it was his best friend, you see the dude in the vid also, the second half of the vid, wow, its rare that people knows a story behind the songs like this nawadays :)
He is beautiful inside and out!
His profits from his pet sweaters go to animal shelters.
Desert storm vet here.. brother u are so right about the homeless vets. It’s disgusting what our country does to them and a lot of vets. Thanks for ur service... doesn’t matter what branch we were in, we are all brothers.
Nothing but respect for all of our men and women that have served and given me and my children the freedom we have.. Thank You. My Pop-Pop served in WWII my husband's father served in WWII.. My Dad served.. in between wars but he served. RESPECT
The part about his friend dying really happened to him. It was a security guard for his group. He’s watching the clips they show while he’s singing. The director inserted clips of his friend and he ended up having to take a break cause it was too painful. You can see the real emotion in his eyes during that verse.
“Fallen Angel” was also a song he wrote about a girl they knew that fell on hard times after moving to California. Poison is one of my favorite bands, their music is well written and thoughtful. I saw them live 20 years ago and they were absolutely amazing.
I personally believe that if you serve our country in the world's greatest military, you should be taken care of for life. There is no excuse why the government is allowing all these vets to go homeless. Shame on the government
Amen.
My Pop, a vietnam vet stationed in Thailand and exposed to Agent Orange died from cancer caused by the agent... Government didn't offer shit... Thanks for thinking about folks like him and so many others.... Peace!!!!
What’s even worse is that it’s been debated and “worked on” for many decades now. Yet veteran suicides and homelessness rises exponentially every year 😢. As someone who served, I can definitely say that I wish I had more influence to create some kind of change for my fellow vets. This song damn near makes me cry every time and is one of the many reasons why Poison is my favorite band of all time.
You are so right. I am extremely conservative and dont like the government handing out money, but this is different. These people served and worked for our country. they gave everything. We owe them. There should be no such thing as a homeless vet
The politicians future is more important than us veterans. Why do u think they get paid almost 6digits for the rest of their lives and we get barely over poverty while we in and fight for what little we get after.
This song takes me back to my high school days,in the 80’s.Good choice.
My condolences go to the lady who lost her husband. Hugs to you and you and your kids will be in my prayers.
Thank you so very much
I'm also very sorry, hoping with time you and your children will heal❤️
Every Rose Needs A Thorn poison
Dude that's Every Rose Has Its Thorn lol.
My favorite song from poison.I saw them in concert and this song is even more powerful live.
Here’s a little fact about this song. When he is singing the verse about his best friend dying, that really happened. It was his bodyguard. If you notice during this part of the video, he gets emotional and actually stops “singing” for a few seconds. It’s because it had not been that long since his friend had passed and he did not know that they were going to show the video of him. It caught him off guard.
Prayers going out for Miss Laura and her children. 🙏
Thank you so much
MORE HAIR METAL
LOVE the group Cinderella....any song on their Long Cold Winter album
Tesla, Slaughter, Lita Ford,Blondie, Ozzy, Joan Jett, Kim Carnes, Heart
Gypsy Road !!
My favorites are "Don't know what you got till it's gone" and "Gypsy Road"
@@1971tallica YES
Kiss Me Deadly
I try to thank vets and active military personnel every chance I get. My dad was Air Force, my Uncle a Marine and Grandfather was Navy. I am thankful every day for the sacrifices that military families have to endure.
I thank them for their service as I too served us marine and us army reserve thank you so much
Poison Fallen angel
Ms. Laura, my thoughts, prayers, and heart go out to you and your children.
Thank you so much
you're not alone in your pain darling thoughts and prayers to you may your nights be short and the sun find warmth on your face during the days
@@shilohstore6086 you are so sweet. Thank you. Hugs coming your way
Poison is on tour - maybe if you add that to the description, they won't block it? (Poison, Def Leppard, Motley Crue, and Joan Jett - looks to be a great show)
Oh god not motley crue. Vince Neil should be ashamed of himself.
Sadly Vince Neil was always a jerk. His victim must have been completely unaware of this beforehand.
@@alicia5668 agreed
The stadium tour is postponed until next year
@@GS-kx8wc they are a good band on record and they are good live except vince and he’s always been an asshole
❤️🤘🏼✌️ Thank you to you and all who have or are serving our country- including my 2 wonderful brothers! ❤️🤘🏼✌️
One of my two favorite "hair bands" from the era. You could deep dive these guys and not be disappointed. Thanks for this, even though I hate for the tragic circumstances that had the lady request it.
Sad part is this amazing song usually follows some kind of tragedy.
Poison is one of my favorite 80’s metal bands. They get a lot of crap because of the way they looked and because a lot of there stuff is superficial but as musicians they’re awesome (just like many 80’s hair bands) but Bretts voice is beautiful and cece’s guitar is amazing!!!
Poison is my favorite hair band.
One of the greatest songs and music videos of all time
Prayers for you and your children Mrs Laura.
Thanks for your prayers. They mean a lot!
My condolences to the family of the lady that requested this. May God wrap his arms around you and you're family in this time of need
Thank you so very much
Prayers and positive energy to Miss Laura
Thank you so much
I would be shocked if many of the hair bands block stuff. They are so appreciative for being remembered.
Having been a military wife and now the momma of an active duty military son... I totally get it... as much as I can without having served in the full capacity. Ms. Laurie, I’m praying for you and your children, please accept my sincerest condolences,.. God bless you
Ahh, that takes me back to my teen years, thank you.
Thanks for this song Miss Lora. I hope that you and your children find some peace in the music and the coming days. Sending love your way
Thank you so much. Music is how I express myself and how I work through things. My girls are the same way. I am trying so hard to find something positive to grab a hold of. Me and my daughter was going to the store when he was still on life support and we prayed together and ask God for a sign that he would be ok. Not even 1 min later a deer jumped out in front of us and we hit it going 57 mph. It completely totaled the car. Then my husband passed the next week. And last week my other daughter's dog got attacked by 3 coyotes and he died the next morning. They grew up together and he was her best friend and he was the only thing that was giving her comfort. Some people say it's just a dog. To us they are people also. He was my son in my eyes. So it's dark place bad right now and all of you guys prayers and thoughts help more than you could ever imagine
@@loraharvey6740 Wow! I wish I had a favorite cliche or saying that I could comfort you with. I don't. This is an amazing amount of scary things to have to go through all at once. All testing the boundaries of life and death. I love your spirit and willingness to find outlets like music and social media to find comfort. You will be in my thoughts and prayers 💚
@@RowdyRuth thank you
I have a neighbor who has no belief in the military and what they stand for (that’s not worded right but the best I can do right now) but I always tell her that you can support the men and women who put their lives on the line of our country without supporting the government or whatnot and that she should. That normally stops the argument in its tracks lol
Love love love this song!!
Sending prayers and hugs for Mrs.Laura and her children
Thank you so much
@@loraharvey6740 you're welcome
My fav Poison song. Thanks. Blessing to the person who requested this
Good choice
I totally agree with you about our vets. I saw a sign that fits in my opinion... If you don't want to stand behind our military then gladly stand in front of them... Enough said.
Thank you for your service to this great country of ours sir! My wife and children can sleep in peace, and safety because of heroes such as yourself. You did not know what you would face when you signed up, and that is courage! Thank you brother!
I'll grant you, our military veteran don't get near the respect they deserve, but it's NOTHING like it was when they came back from Vietnam. People spit on them and called them baby killers and worse things that I won't repeat.
Yes ma'am. My dad served in Vietnam & he really doesn't talk about it but I know the horrors our vets came home to.
@@Mikki44 thank your dad for me.
@@marymarney3843 I absolutely will. Thank you!
@@Mikki44 Same here, my dad never talked about Vietnam ever.
@@soniac8532 God Bless him!
Prayers are with Laura and her family. May God's strength surround you at this painful time.
Thank you so much
Laura, I am so sorry for your loss!
Thank you so much
1st time seeing your channel, 59 yr old veteran from the 1st gulf war. Thank you for what I needed at this moment. Take care my friend!!
When Poison wanted to they could be as deep as anyone. Too bad their bread and butter was a party rock band.
I'm a huge Poison fan and I totally agree with you.
Positive energy to you, Ms. Laura!
Thank u so much
I been trying to get reactors to react to this for 2 years lol
I grew up with Poison. First rock t shirt I ever bought. Went to a swap meet at a drive in theater a few tiwns over.. Look what the cat dragged in and a goddy skull ring. 6th grade was awesome!
prayers done Billy 🙏🙏 We are here Ms Laura
Thank you so much.
You usually dont get it until you're not looking for it...so true. Great comment. Prayers for Miss Laura and family
I love when he says you take the high road and I'll take the low road❤️
i was in high school in the late 70s , i work with guys that were in nam they were a little older than me . i became good friends with them , They never talk about vietnam , i saw frank one day in shorts i ask him what are those marks on your legs he said they were bullet holes and left at that , later on i was talking to his brother in law and he told me frank was running to a chopper with two wounded soldiers on his back frank was a big guy 6'5 , just before he got to the chopper he was hit with machine gun fire in the legs , people today have no idea what vets have been thru, God Bless are Vets they keep america safe and free.
You need to listen to I won’t forget you by poison
Yes!
I Won't Forget You, Fallen Angel, Every Rose Has It's Thorn...Poison could do the deep songs (well deep for hair metal) when they wanted to. Grew up on these guys, and what I was sober enough to remember was good times.
@@bromixsr ABSOLUTELY
@@bromixsr they have so many good songs it’s insane
Nice job Billy! That was inspired! Thank you
Yes it was
Thank you. My husband is a vet from iraq. Still suffering. Thank you.
All prayers and condolences to miss laura,well done Billy!
Unfortunately, sometimes, things have to get worse before they get better. To anyone... ANYONE... that needs to hear this.... I love you for you.... NEVER stop living! 💜💜💜
More Poison ☠️!
Great song, great band, great era. Hopefully NOW you'll do warrants I SAW RED next ;) great reaction
Warrant! Most of their songs are underrated.
@@sherrythomas3028 oh absolutely. I agree. I love I saw red and Uncle Tom's cabin. Same can be said for skid row. I love the 80s era. The BEST
I personally prefer the acoustic version.
I Saw Red , my favorite by them.
Ms Laura, I have been in some dark lonely places. What ever you're going through please know it truly can get better. Prayers sent to you and your family. Never stop believing, with love from Wi.
My condolences to her and her family
Thank you for addressing the low points in our lives that this song addresses. Lord give me something to believe in. Amen. I’ve been there too
This is an amazing song and based on true events. His body guard and friend died in a palm springs hotel room he locked himself in his room when he got the news and wrote this song. The veteran part is about his cousin Bob who was in wounded in Vietnam.
There's actually another version of this song that is 28 minutes long.
This song was named after his tattoo on his arm.
And when his bodyguard kimo is shown in the video. He breaks down and cries. They left it in the video. You can see because he stops singing (lip synching for video)
@@gabeackerman4964 yes it breaks my heart. That part is very sad. I always said that this song and video was heartbreakingly beautiful.
Truly a gem. Especially the part of his best friend/bodyguard dying and getting the news on Christmas Eve. You can see the pain on his face watching the clips. An underrated song that means so much to so many. P.S. You said about going in and coming out of the service…as one vet to another, thank you for your service.
This video has never been banned in this country! One of Poisons greatest songs.. such a powerful message. Prayers for the lady and her family that requested this song
Thank you for doing this for Miss Laura and for your dedication. No particular order. Just a thanks and sending love.
Thank you so very much
Sometimes, I wish to God I didn’t know now the things I didn’t know then. Great line. Amazing Song
God bless you Laura, sorry for your loss. Hope things will work out in your favor of course. A great song indeed, I hate the Wars, but the soldiers are so brave and doing their part and if not for them, God only knows! So Thank you all the service men and women. Thank you so much..! And thanks Billy for a good reaction.
Please know that I am going to keep Ms. Laura in my prayers. God bless her and her kids. 💜😇
Thank you so much. It is greatly appreciated.
@@loraharvey6740 you are so welcome!
Thanks for your service to our country
Sometimes it's not always about having the answers.sometimes it's good to just be silent and be supportive
I could not have said that better. Him just doing this reaction for me is doing more for me and my girls than he knows.
So sorry for your loss
@@andreamartinez6929 thank you sweetheart
Thank you Laura for this request. My prayers for you and your family. Just know the Lord is always with you and will never leave you. He loves you and grieves with you. 💔😢🙏✝️
Ahhh Poison one of my favorites from the 80's and 90's.. love all their music..
I've been in that dark place for weeks now, I'm grasping at anything to pull me out.. it's an up hill battle and at times feels like wasted energy...
I understand that place completely. If you need or want to talk I'm right here. I know you don't know me but just trust me when I say I definitely know how the dark place feels and sometimes talking it out helps. Like I said I am here if you need to vent and rant. Hugs
@@loraharvey6740 Thank you I will likely take u up on that at some point ❤️
@@sunshineness2007 anytime
This has to be most profound "Hair metal song " ever. Bless Miss LOrrie and her girls. I'm coming up on one year after loosing my dad . I''m an adult but still hurts.
Poison was awesome. Reckless Love Mentions them is a very positive perspective in their song I LOVE HEAVY METAL. Poison knew how to have fun and have a good party but they also had their deep moments too.
I can't listen to this song without crying. This was my youngest brother's favorite song when it came out. This song was played at his funeral. He was only 16 years old when he was murdered.
I'm so sorry for your brother. I'm praying for him and you and your family. No matter how long it has been. I hope justice was found along with peace for you and your family. I know first hand how hard loss can be. Hugs coming your way.
Who ever miss Laura is, I will say a prayer for her and her family. Bless you man and thanks for your service!
Such an amazing underappreciated song!!!
Prayers for Laura and her babies
Thank you so much Kathy. It means a lot to us
So sweet to offer your ear!! ❤️
First I want to thank everyone for the thoughts, prayers, and hugs that has been sent. They are greatly appreciated and very much felt. You have no idea how much it actually helps me knowing all of you are here for me and my girls in this time. If I am ever needed for any of you guys I am here 100 percent. I tried to thank you each personally in your comments and if I missed anyone please believe that it was not intended. I love you all and i am sending a most powerful hugs to all of you!
Billy, please don't stress about what you are not able to do. Just you being there and playing this for me is more than I could ask for. Darlin you are like an answered prayer. You are so kind and caring for all of us. I can only pray that we fans make you feel the same way. Thank you so much for all of your support. Just you being willing to accept my letters and listen to me pour my heart out is more than enough. It's really been a difficult time. Like I told a person in the comments, when Nicky was on life support me and Phoebe was going to town and prayed together for God to give us a sign that he would be ok. Not even 1 min later a deer jumped in front of us and we hit it going 57 mph. Totaled the car. Nicky passed a week later. Last week my other daughters dog got attacked by 3 coyotes and he died the next morning. A lot of people say it's just a dog but to us they are people too. He was her best friend. They grew up together and he was the only thing getting her through this. So yea dark place majorly right now. But this video and this comment thread is so powerful to me and my girls. It is very inspiring and we can feel all the hug, prayers, and thoughts coming to us. And you done that Billy. And I am internally grateful. Thank you so much. And with much love.
And by the way...that is a perfect shirt to do this reaction in lol. Love it!
I hope that things get infinitely better for you and your family in the upcoming days. Sorry you've had to deal with so much so quickly. 🙏💗
@@nikwalters1029 thank you darlin. You are so sweet. Hugs coming back your way. Your comment brought a tear to my eyes
What was your husband's name?
Amen to the vets love and respect to all military
This song is just perfect for any one
80s rock was amazing
A few facts from an old poison buff on how this song was written this was during the time when Jim Baker got caught , Bret has always advocated respect for the military and they even sent care packages to the guys oversees out if pocket, his best friend was his bodyguard kimo that really happened and when they first came to L.A they lived in an abandoned warehouse so they were actually homeless at first and they worked really hard to get where they got in the hayday if hairmetal they used to spend all day putting flyers on cars for whatever gig they were playing. I guess I've bored you enough
Positive energy 👌 for you mam . I hope you find your something to believe in
Thank you so much
Thank you for your service Billy.
One of my favorite Poison songs
Positive thoughts and prayers for Miss Laura and the girls
You'll never see this, doesn't matter.
All the respect in the world. I'm a vet as well. Thanks for stepping up.
Am gonna follow you from this. Sending love And prayers. Rare the sincerity you have.
Billy thank you for your service !
They were my very first concert at the age of 8!
Both my Uncle's served in Nam and thankfully came home.. not quite the same but they are still here at 77 and 75.. My brother-in-law couldn't take it and committed suicide in 2000.I don't remember that time.. I was a baby.. but I truly can't imagine not respecting our men and women that serve our country.. I still don't understand why ppl hated our men and women who served in Nam... They didn't have a choice.. they were drafted.. they HAD to go and serve.. They didn't deserve the hate they came home to.
Mrs. Laura if you are reading this, you & your family are in my prayers. I am so sorry. In my prayers daily for comfort. 🤗 hugs!!
When you get around to doing more Poison, cause you should, as you can see they’re awesome, check out Back To The Rocking Horse and Ride The Wind
That’s was Bret’s friend and bodyguard who committed suicide in the hotel room if you notice he lost it a bit and he wasn’t singing really in time because the director placed the photos and Bret didn’t know. That’s where the song came from.
This was a great song and a great time to be alive.
Thank You for your service.
Thank you for serving!
I pray for anybody is having a hard time with anything right now Weatherby the loss of a loved one are just struggling in general with any situation that God will help you and give you whatever you need
You are a good soul my friend. Keep up the good work.
One of my favorite songs
I was on a med cruise when my nephew was born. I was on another med cruise when my niece was born and then my other nephew was born. 30 days later he died. SIDS. Being military is not easy to begin with but then going home you have changed so much that making connections with the people you used to be close to is impossible. I am no longer close to my best friend because we grew in completely different ways. she married and had three kids. I traveled the world and grew a navy potty mouth. just different. Condolences Laura.