As a Marine Corps Veteran, there is always a special place for artists that have a deep respect for the military. Toby Keith is one of those artists. Prayers to him as he battles cancer. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
I’m an army vet and I’ve seen Toby perform 4xs, all in Iraq. He is one of the most supportive of veterans of any celebrity out there. He is fighting his own battle with cancer now, keep him in your thoughts. We can’t lose him, he’s an American treasure.
If I had the scientific skill, I would find a cure 100% just for him. He is the one I listen to when I feel like nothing in my life is going right and he will ALWAYS put my fighting spirit back up. I absolutely love him.
As a veteran, I tip my hat to Toby. His work visiting troops is unmatched. His military songs like American Soldier, speak to his commitment to veterans.
Toby's dad did serve in the army...and did lose his right eye. He was a true patriot,a 'what you see is what t you get' kind of man,a Christian,lovin father and grandfather devoted husband,philanthropist (he built a home for children with cancer and their parents) I am an Oklahoman who had the priviledge of meeting Mr. Keith and he was as real as you and me, no celebrity airs just down to earth. I will miss him. Fly high Big Dawg.
Toby released this song pretty soon after 9/11 and it was during the time where the USA was so united after the attack. This song was blasted in every truck, honkytonk, country bar, military installation, etc. You couldn't go anywhere without hearing this song. And every time I hear it, my already big sense of patriotism swells immensely.
Toby was a great patriot and Christian. He took part in 18 USO tours. He and actor Gary Sinese, separately have individually taken part in so very many military bases visits throughout the world for many years. Try Toby’s American Soldier. God bless Toby and RIP.
As a Marine Corps Vet. I've travled all over the world. Most of them were 3rd world countries. Everytime i came back to the U.S.A., it made me more pround to fight for my country. After 911, Toby got it right. You come at us with a sucker punch. We're coming for you. 2 tours Iraq and 3 Afghan. Semper Fi to those who served. Prayers to the ones who gave all!!
My cousin served as a Marine. He went over to that sandbox during desert storm. I joined the navy myself serving both in the enlisted and officer ranks. Semper Fi brother
I am not American, but Australian. Since the first time I heard this song, it gave me chills. It still does. As someone who has had relatives serve in the Allied Forces as far back as The Great War, it hits a nerve and makes me even more thankful for our Defence Forces and the fight for the freedoms we take for granted, as well as take stock of the devastation that was 9/11 and how the world has reacted to and recovered from that.
@@brendacrellin7273Aussies have fought alongside our doughboys since the Great War. Fought Rommel in North Africa. Fought the Japanese in the Pacific and Southern Asia. Aussies and Canucks get overlooked a lot. It’s a shame both countries are socialist shitholes now.
I was a Soldier, I am a veteran. I never asked for thanks, I never asked for you to serve, I didn't want money, I never asked for anything in return other than you just love our country to honor those I served with and those that are no longer with us. God rest TK.
Saw him live in khandahar. He traveled all over the Stan putting himself in danger. He is truly deserving of deep respect. Even told me he’d give me a free beer and burger if I came to his restiraunt.
RIP Toby Keith, you will be greatly missed😢 Amazingly talented, and a love for his country. His daddy served, and he used his platform, as an incredible singer and human being, to tour all of those bases and helping the troops... just smile and I know it got them hyped up and certainly reminded them of how important it was for them to be there! What a legend, gone but will never be forgotten! My deepest condolences to his family! RIP🤍🕊🙏🇺🇲
The song was written in late 2001, and was inspired by Toby's father's death in March 2001, as well as the September 11, 2001 attacks on the United States later that year. It was released in May 2002 as the lead single from the album, Unleashed. The song topped the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart and reached number 25 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, becoming his biggest solo hit on that chart. At first he wasn't going to release it as a single he was only going to perform it for the troops but the reaction was so strong that the Commandant of the Marine Corps James L. Jones told Toby it was his duty as an American citizen to record the song. "It's your job as an entertainer to lift the morale of the troops," Jones said to Toby. "If you want to serve, that is what you can do"
Hang onto that feeling, brother. I was raised by a Marine patriot and I've been out of the service myself for over 40 years but when he sings, "*my* red white and blue," the tears run down my face like a baby.
After my second deployment to Bosnia, I was there as a private contractor. I saw Toby Keith preform this at Eagle Base in Tuzla, Bosnia in 2002. Great song!
I joined in 03' when I turned 18. In basic training, we were able to attend church every Sunday. This song was played on repeat while everyone came in and got seated. It's amazing how a certain atmosphere can take a song to the next level emotionally. Thank you to all of those who served and those who supported you.
Toby Keith did at least 11 tours in war torn areas for the troops. He never asked for a dime it was all on his money to pay his respects to the troops. I don’t know when you did this video but as of 5 February 2024 that great man went up to heaven he lost his battle to stomach cancer. May God have his arms open to greet him and may he rest in peace he will definitely be missed by the US of a.
I served in the US Army infantry airborne and mechanized. I put in 20 plus years somewhere good somewhere not so good. In that time I served in three combat zones. I was extremely lucky to come out of it all without any Serious injury. In my 20 years I helped conduct 71 funerals. I was a pallbearer I was a Rifleman the hardest was being the officer in charge . Presenting the flag to the next of kin is an extremely emotional experience. Every time I hear Taps played it brings tears to my eyes. The only other songs that bring tears to my eyes in such an emotional way are both Toby Keith songs. America and the song just trying to be a soldier.
He was the top artist touring for USO to Afghanistan and Iraq. The pictures when he signs like my daddy if you look its his dad and Toby looks just like him. He also was awarded the Bob Hope USO Award.
I love how she looks at you anticipating your reaction and hoping for something positive. She really seems to love this country. I really hope you're recognizing the qualities and freedom afforded here better since this video was made.
He wrote the song after we were attacked at 911 he went on tour to visit all the troops all over the world TK is always about the TROOPS 🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲
RIP... Toby. I think when you see a video of the songs we get the real meaning of that song. Glad you guys popped up in my watch list (are what ever its called) I am now a new family member. I get a vacation till Wednesday (thank you Mardi Gras) so I am gonna binge watch..
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Can’t say enough about how much it means that artists like Toby and many others are willing to travel to war zones to support and entertain our troops. Good Bless them all! ❤️🇺🇸
As an Army Veteran with 20 plus years. I love Toby Keith's Song. If an American loves their family they should be willing to fight for their freedom. GOD BLESS our Military men and women and America.
I might be Canadian but I also love the red white and blue. When he shows the picture of the guy with the helmet on in black-and-white that's his father, it is a real picture of his father and he lost his right eye I just think this long was awesome it picks people up everywhere I have solutely loved it God bless America from this Canadian woman
I’m not a big country fan either but I have to listen to ANY artist who sings about our country with pride. My father was a career Navy man so I’m here for it. I know our country has had and is having big differences but I truly believe we would stand side by side if someone wanted to mess with us over here. They would definitely have their hands full. Look how many guns alone we have in this country let alone our military.
Thanks for the reaction and the timing. Cold War vet here... It is good to see Americans who know they're Americans. Thank you for being worth the fight.
Us army vet here. I met Toby Keith and Alan Jackson both in Baghdad actually. Having those pieces of home come to us like "hey dude... we see you. And we're rooting for you. Come home in one piece" it was all we had sometimes. Fast forward 20 years these songs are all we have to remember those days when we were all so proud and willing to lay down our lives for lady liberty. Hey check our AdamLevine, maroon5 new single middle ground. Less than a week old. One chorus made me a fan. They performed on the voices finale. Adam levines voice is so understated
For those who haven't heard, Toby Keith lost his battle with cancer on Feb 5, but not before he boosted our moral with this great song. When it first came out, some of the media came out saying it was controversial. I wondered what they wanted to do with the terrorist--invited them to tea? Making deals with tyranny only gives you more tyranny.
Back in basic in 2004, we listened to this every morning. Kept our minds in the game for what was to come. This song will always hold a special place in my heart.
My heart is sad that your friend is no longer able to come up to you & ask how you're doing anymore 😓💔. But mixed in with that sadness, there is gratitude that you had a clear connection with him that showed what type of person he was. I will be thinking of you & his family this weekend for sure♥️🙏. God bless all of our troops, their families, & friends who have sacrificed & continue to sacrifice in so many ways. Those in the service & veterans still with us are reminded this weekend of their battle buddies or others they knew who are no longer with us in-person. For some, celebrating is a difficult task as the grief can hit so hard all over again. 🙏🙏🙏🙏
Toby created an anthem for those of us in the military at that time. It meant a lot to know that someone believed we mattered and that we could and would get the Job done.
Thank you for supporting the fund and using your platform for it. Sorry about your friend, a brave individual fighting the fight so that we don't have to. God bless.
The song hasn't even started yet, but I had to comment that seeing Ali lovingly holding Gunner in her arms is what I needed to see today. Yesterday my husband and I had to say goodbye to our 8-y/o mini dachshund, Murphy, who was truly our baby as we have no children. Murphy was dx'd with cancer just over a year ago and even though he was only given 3-6 months, God blessed us with a full year. Thank you Sebs and Ali, for bringing me some comfort today.
I’m so sorry about your Murphy. It’s hard to lose a beloved friend and companion. I read the following a long time ago and it helped me with the loss of my old friend of many years, a handsome, gentle German Shepherd. .After learning his dog was dying, a 6 year old boy shared his philosophy about why dogs live shorter lives than humans: “People are born so that they can learn how to live a good life - like loving everybody all the time and being nice, right?” The Six-year-old continued, “Well, dogs already know how to do that, so they don’t have to stay for as long as we do.”
@@katw3070 Thank you so much for your comment, Kat. It's been a tough week, but reading your comment is definitely uplifting (it did make me cry, but in a good way). I have a pet grief journal that I'm working on & I'm going to add this philosophy story to it. Thank you for taking time out of your day to comment; it really means a lot to me. Take Care & God Bless!
@@jbeannie90 I really do understand. If it helped, even a little, in your thoughts of Murphy, I’m glad. The love of, and by, a dog or any creature, is honest and pure and we humans are fortunate to have that in our lives. We are blessed more than we know.
@@jbeannie90 Thank you for letting me know that. I sincerely appreciate it. It’s good you have a journal to express your feelings for Murphy. I hope you find comfort and healing in that. One day, maybe another dog will need you and share your heart and home with you. I don’t think of it as “replacing” one you loved as they can’t be replaced, but honoring the one who came before. I now have a dog who came into my life a few months after my Shepherd passed away. She’s very different in every way, but I don’t compare and love her dearly for herself. God bless them all.
I'm so glad you liked it. I had the honor of knowing Toby' Dad who was in the video. He would be so proud or Toby. Toby is battling stomach cancer. Praying for him.
I bawl my eyes out every single time I hear this. Our freedom isn’t free. God bless America and all the amazing and selfless men and women who died for our freedom. 💙🇺🇸💙
I love when you precious Alli is with you! I love your reactions together! And you guys are a ridiculously beautiful couple! There is too much beauty on my screen! Lol! Y'all have a very good flow between each other! Keep bringing her on with you when you can. You both are so chill! Love your channel! Greatness!
It may be late but welcome to the US! There is no country like it, even in the crime ridden areas. We are still the most secure nation on the planet and the one everyone wants to be a part of. Patriotism like oours does not exist anywhere else. My Dad was part of the Normandy invasion and part of the taking of Berlin. Without that generation we would all be speaking German. God bless all those who gave their lives for freedom.
I miss Toby. He grew up about a mile or so from me and my family. He graduated with my middle brother. He stayed here in the community so many were able to see him around town in his final days before he passed. He also owned a small music venue nearby where he was sometimes known to get up on stage with the guest artists and join for a song or two. RIP Toby.
So glad you've become a country fan. I think the country music artists feel the heart and soul of the American people. They can bring the patriots together like no others. Another funny song by Toby is Trailerhood. I think you'd enjoy that one too.
Toby aka Big Dawg was a HUGE UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA FAN he was at all sporting events! During the 3rd and 4th quarter time out they play this song in honor of him. This is the Sooners newest tradition! We in Oklahoma love this man! He was a great Representative of the state and showed what we Okies are all about many of us who where born and raised here are very similar to him! ♥️💯
Toby was one of those rare people that could stir our emotions.He could make you laugh,bring out your love of country,and make you rethink how you treat others(who's your Daddy) RIP Toby you will be missed!❤❤❤❤
My father enlisted in the Idaho National Guards in 1942. He was sent to Germany and faught in the Battle of the Bulge. He was a Christian. That was how he was saved from being killed. He helped liberate Buchenwald. I was so very proud of him❤
I never thought about some of the euphemisms and phrases that are just part of the American 'ethos', I guess - "Uncle Sam", "Old Glory" "freedom ringing her bell (referencing the Liberty Bell). The things we grew up with from elementary school and forward, but that naturalized citizens might not get right away. Thanks for the great reaction. :)
I’m so sorry to hear about your friend, especially being one of the 13 left behind (thanks Brandon)! God bless his family and great friends like you, Sebs! Keep up the great work…love your reactions! And God bless all our troops, especially those who sacrificed everything!
I enlisted in the Army about 2 weeks after 9-11, i had just turned 17. We played this song on repeat for a long time. Army Ranger 2002-2012. Ive been to Hell and back, have seen alot of injustices and terrible things in other nations. I never appreciated my homeland until i returned from those places. America truly is the most free nation in the world. My colors fly outside my front door 24/7. Sorry to hear about your friend in Afghanistan. I also lost a few friend and brothers over there. HOOAH!
To this day…I still get chills thinking about how that one day brought our country together to the point our differences didn’t even matter because in that moment…we were all brothers and sisters.
I don't know where y'all live however, it doesn't matter. As an American y'all touched my whole Democratic heart.. Godspeed and may God be with y'all always..💙💙☀️☀️🇺🇲🇺🇲
OMG red solo cup is hilarious. I've had many family members that have served in the different military branches. Myself included. For my family it isn't a hesitation, not surprisingly considering we have John Hancock in our family tree. Our founders knew the danger for them and their loved ones but John Hancock was brave enough to sign the Declaration of Independence. As Americans we fight willingly for our freedom, our families, our country. We proudly sacrifice everything for these things we hold dear. Thank you Toby Keith for a wonderfully patriotic song! I pray for your speedy recovery! Good bless you and the U.S. of A. ❤️❤️
As a Marine Corps Veteran, there is always a special place for artists that have a deep respect for the military. Toby Keith is one of those artists. Prayers to him as he battles cancer. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Amen🙏🙏🙏🙏
Semper fi bro
Thank you so much for your service!
Semper Fi brother until we meet in Valhalla USMC
Semper Fi
I’m an army vet and I’ve seen Toby perform 4xs, all in Iraq. He is one of the most supportive of veterans of any celebrity out there. He is fighting his own battle with cancer now, keep him in your thoughts. We can’t lose him, he’s an American treasure.
He's this generations Bob Hope
If I had the scientific skill, I would find a cure 100% just for him. He is the one I listen to when I feel like nothing in my life is going right and he will ALWAYS put my fighting spirit back up. I absolutely love him.
Thank you for your service ma’am. 🇺🇸 R.I.P. Toby
REST IN PEACE TOBY KEITH
Toby Keith just passed away…he will be missed by all of us! Fly high Toby!!! 😢We love you!!! RIP PATRIOT!🙌❤️🙌❤️🙌❤️🙌
As a veteran, I tip my hat to Toby. His work visiting troops is unmatched. His military songs like American Soldier, speak to his commitment to veterans.
Thank you for your service 🙏
search Bob Hope Nam tours....
There's country and there is COUNTRY... OUR COUNTRY!!
This was right after 911 and Americans were angry. Especially us NYers. Yes, we were angry.
Toby Keith is a Patriot. Not Republican, Not Democrat...he became an independent. He just loves people and loves his family and loves his Country!
Seriously doubt he was an independent.
@@keithhunter979No it's true he did. He didn't like the idea of one side or the other trying to claim this song.
@@keithhunter979 The real shock is, he was a Democrat. But a lot of us were stupid like that when we were young. No offense, but….
@@tinab611 this is the truth
I still get chills listening to this song. Toby Keith put into words what a LOT of us felt 9/11….🇺🇸
👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼❤️❤️❤️
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With Toby Keith’s passing these reactions mean way more.. ❤ Such a true legend gone to join the rest 😢
Toby's dad did serve in the army...and did lose his right eye. He was a true patriot,a 'what you see is what t you get' kind of man,a Christian,lovin father and grandfather devoted husband,philanthropist (he built a home for children with cancer and their parents) I am an Oklahoman who had the priviledge of meeting Mr. Keith and he was as real as you and me, no celebrity airs just down to earth. I will miss him. Fly high Big Dawg.
Toby released this song pretty soon after 9/11 and it was during the time where the USA was so united after the attack. This song was blasted in every truck, honkytonk, country bar, military installation, etc. You couldn't go anywhere without hearing this song. And every time I hear it, my already big sense of patriotism swells immensely.
Toby was a great patriot and Christian. He took part in 18 USO tours. He and actor Gary Sinese, separately have individually taken part in so very many military bases visits throughout the world for many years.
Try Toby’s American Soldier.
God bless Toby and RIP.
As a Marine Corps Vet. I've travled all over the world. Most of them were 3rd world countries. Everytime i came back to the U.S.A., it made me more pround to fight for my country. After 911, Toby got it right. You come at us with a sucker punch. We're coming for you. 2 tours Iraq and 3 Afghan.
Semper Fi to those who served. Prayers to the ones who gave all!!
My cousin served as a Marine. He went over to that sandbox during desert storm. I joined the navy myself serving both in the enlisted and officer ranks. Semper Fi brother
Thank you for your service. It is people like you who have kept us safe all these years.
I am not American, but Australian. Since the first time I heard this song, it gave me chills. It still does. As someone who has had relatives serve in the Allied Forces as far back as The Great War, it hits a nerve and makes me even more thankful for our Defence Forces and the fight for the freedoms we take for granted, as well as take stock of the devastation that was 9/11 and how the world has reacted to and recovered from that.
WE know your military fought & died alongside our American military in Afghanistan. God bless America & Australia!
You have such a sweet little doggie I saw it and it seriously warmed my ❤
@@brendacrellin7273Aussies have fought alongside our doughboys since the Great War. Fought Rommel in North Africa. Fought the Japanese in the Pacific and Southern Asia. Aussies and Canucks get overlooked a lot. It’s a shame both countries are socialist shitholes now.
Kick in the a. He ment it it wasn't a funny
I was a Soldier, I am a veteran. I never asked for thanks, I never asked for you to serve, I didn't want money, I never asked for anything in return other than you just love our country to honor those I served with and those that are no longer with us. God rest TK.
❤❤ to you
Saw him live in khandahar. He traveled all over the Stan putting himself in danger. He is truly deserving of deep respect. Even told me he’d give me a free beer and burger if I came to his restiraunt.
Thank you for your service!
Rest in peace Toby Keith 😢❤
Prayers going out to Toby. He has stomach cancer! 😢 Prayers & love to you and your family! 🙏 ❤
RIP Toby Keith, you will be greatly missed😢 Amazingly talented, and a love for his country. His daddy served, and he used his platform, as an incredible singer and human being, to tour all of those bases and helping the troops... just smile and I know it got them hyped up and certainly reminded them of how important it was for them to be there! What a legend, gone but will never be forgotten! My deepest condolences to his family! RIP🤍🕊🙏🇺🇲
Saw a picture of one of the first tanks into Bagdad during Desert Storm....on the barrel of the tank was painted 'Courtesy of the Red White and Blue"
The song was written in late 2001, and was inspired by Toby's father's death in March 2001, as well as the September 11, 2001 attacks on the United States later that year. It was released in May 2002 as the lead single from the album, Unleashed. The song topped the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart and reached number 25 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, becoming his biggest solo hit on that chart. At first he wasn't going to release it as a single he was only going to perform it for the troops but the reaction was so strong that the Commandant of the Marine Corps James L. Jones told Toby it was his duty as an American citizen to record the song. "It's your job as an entertainer to lift the morale of the troops," Jones said to Toby. "If you want to serve, that is what you can do"
In 22 years I'd seen a lot of uso shows etc. and I'd never seen the troops as jacked up as they got over this song. Awesome stuff.
Hang onto that feeling, brother. I was raised by a Marine patriot and I've been out of the service myself for over 40 years but when he sings, "*my* red white and blue," the tears run down my face like a baby.
RIP Toby Keith. A true American patriot. Although he never served he supported our military and loved America as every American should
After my second deployment to Bosnia, I was there as a private contractor. I saw Toby Keith preform this at Eagle Base in Tuzla, Bosnia in 2002. Great song!
This was the right song at the right time. He encapsulated what we all were feeling. Rest well, Toby.
I am proud to be an American and will be until the day I die. I’m so proud of everyone who fought and died for us. A big thank you!!!
I joined in 03' when I turned 18. In basic training, we were able to attend church every Sunday. This song was played on repeat while everyone came in and got seated. It's amazing how a certain atmosphere can take a song to the next level emotionally. Thank you to all of those who served and those who supported you.
He will be missed by so many fans in the country music industry.
Best song ever. RIP TOBY KEITH
Toby Keith did at least 11 tours in war torn areas for the troops. He never asked for a dime it was all on his money to pay his respects to the troops. I don’t know when you did this video but as of 5 February 2024 that great man went up to heaven he lost his battle to stomach cancer. May God have his arms open to greet him and may he rest in peace he will definitely be missed by the US of a.
Love, love, love this song. So sad about Toby Keith's passing yesterday February 5th. May he rest in peace. Be with God 🙏 ✝️ and Angels 😇.
I served in the US Army infantry airborne and mechanized. I put in 20 plus years somewhere good somewhere not so good. In that time I served in three combat zones. I was extremely lucky to come out of it all without any Serious injury. In my 20 years I helped conduct 71 funerals. I was a pallbearer I was a Rifleman the hardest was being the officer in charge . Presenting the flag to the next of kin is an extremely emotional experience. Every time I hear Taps played it brings tears to my eyes. The only other songs that bring tears to my eyes in such an emotional way are both Toby Keith songs. America and the song just trying to be a soldier.
RIP, Toby Keith. He was a true patriot.
To All that are/have Served: Thank You for your sacrifice.
He was the top artist touring for USO to Afghanistan and Iraq. The pictures when he signs like my daddy if you look its his dad and Toby looks just like him. He also was awarded the Bob Hope USO Award.
I love how she looks at you anticipating your reaction and hoping for something positive. She really seems to love this country. I really hope you're recognizing the qualities and freedom afforded here better since this video was made.
Came home from Vietnam in 1972...this song welcomes me home everything I listen to it..
He wrote the song after we were attacked at 911 he went on tour to visit all the troops all over the world TK is always about the TROOPS 🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲
RIP... Toby.
I think when you see a video of the songs we get the real meaning of that song.
Glad you guys popped up in my watch list (are what ever its called) I am now a new family member. I get a vacation till Wednesday (thank you Mardi Gras) so I am gonna binge watch..
This song makes me even more proud to be an American! And it still makes me cry after all these years.
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Yeah for white people 😳
Best damn song ever!
God bless Toby Keith
Can’t say enough about how much it means that artists like Toby and many others are willing to travel to war zones to support and entertain our troops. Good Bless them all! ❤️🇺🇸
Big thanks to all our active troops and also veterans. 🙏 also, Ali you're beautiful!
As an Army Veteran with 20 plus years. I love Toby Keith's Song. If an American loves their family they should be willing to fight for their freedom. GOD BLESS our Military men and women and America.
God bless 'MERICA! 🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲 👍👍👍
“American Soldier” would be good. They played that at my son’s graduation from basic training. He then went to Iraq twice. Thank God he made it home.
This song never gets old. We Americans will never forget 9/11.
I might be Canadian but I also love the red white and blue. When he shows the picture of the guy with the helmet on in black-and-white that's his father, it is a real picture of his father and he lost his right eye I just think this long was awesome it picks people up everywhere I have solutely loved it God bless America from this Canadian woman
I’m not a big country fan either but I have to listen to ANY artist who sings about our country with pride. My father was a career Navy man so I’m here for it. I know our country has had and is having big differences but I truly believe we would stand side by side if someone wanted to mess with us over here. They would definitely have their hands full. Look how many guns alone we have in this country let alone our military.
God, everytime the Liberty Bell starts to ring and gets louder and louder, I burst out crying. Fantastic song.
It gives me chills!
That crowd is laughing and dancing but in reality that group is full of real bad asses.
Keep Toby in your prayers for his total healing. America needs millions more Toby Keiths. Love him.
Thanks for the reaction and the timing. Cold War vet here... It is good to see Americans who know they're Americans. Thank you for being worth the fight.
Us army vet here. I met Toby Keith and Alan Jackson both in Baghdad actually. Having those pieces of home come to us like "hey dude... we see you. And we're rooting for you. Come home in one piece" it was all we had sometimes.
Fast forward 20 years these songs are all we have to remember those days when we were all so proud and willing to lay down our lives for lady liberty.
Hey check our AdamLevine, maroon5 new single middle ground. Less than a week old. One chorus made me a fan. They performed on the voices finale. Adam levines voice is so understated
As an Oklahoman Vet, Toby is a true Patriot.
For those who haven't heard, Toby Keith lost his battle with cancer on Feb 5, but not before he boosted our moral with this great song. When it first came out, some of the media came out saying it was controversial. I wondered what they wanted to do with the terrorist--invited them to tea? Making deals with tyranny only gives you more tyranny.
Back in basic in 2004, we listened to this every morning. Kept our minds in the game for what was to come. This song will always hold a special place in my heart.
Dude, LOVE the shirt... hello from Waco,tx, that's my home. 🥰🥰 I saw the silos😊
Sending out continued prayers to Toby Keith n his ongoing health battles!!
Gunner is beautiful and looks very peaceful ❤❤
Toby’s father actually did serve and lose sight in one eye while serving.
One of my favorite Toby Keith songs!
My heart is sad that your friend is no longer able to come up to you & ask how you're doing anymore 😓💔. But mixed in with that sadness, there is gratitude that you had a clear connection with him that showed what type of person he was. I will be thinking of you & his family this weekend for sure♥️🙏. God bless all of our troops, their families, & friends who have sacrificed & continue to sacrifice in so many ways. Those in the service & veterans still with us are reminded this weekend of their battle buddies or others they knew who are no longer with us in-person. For some, celebrating is a difficult task as the grief can hit so hard all over again. 🙏🙏🙏🙏
RIP IN PEACE TOBY! GOD BLESS THE USA!
Amen!!!!
Toby created an anthem for those of us in the military at that time. It meant a lot to know that someone believed we mattered and that we could and would get the Job done.
You matter more than you know. Thank you for your service.
Guys, we lost Toby on February 5th 2024 to stomach cancer. Raise those red solo cups to Toby.💔😇🕊️🇺🇲
Thank you for supporting the fund and using your platform for it. Sorry about your friend, a brave individual fighting the fight so that we don't have to. God bless.
The song hasn't even started yet, but I had to comment that seeing Ali lovingly holding Gunner in her arms is what I needed to see today. Yesterday my husband and I had to say goodbye to our 8-y/o mini dachshund, Murphy, who was truly our baby as we have no children. Murphy was dx'd with cancer just over a year ago and even though he was only given 3-6 months, God blessed us with a full year. Thank you Sebs and Ali, for bringing me some comfort today.
I’m so sorry about your Murphy. It’s hard to lose a beloved friend and companion. I read the following a long time ago and it helped me with the loss of my old friend of many years, a handsome, gentle German Shepherd.
.After learning his dog was dying, a 6 year old boy shared his philosophy about why dogs live shorter lives than humans:
“People are born so that they can learn how to live a good life - like loving everybody all the time and being nice, right?”
The Six-year-old continued,
“Well, dogs already know how to do that, so they don’t have to stay for as long as we do.”
@@katw3070 Thank you so much for your comment, Kat. It's been a tough week, but reading your comment is definitely uplifting (it did make me cry, but in a good way). I have a pet grief journal that I'm working on & I'm going to add this philosophy story to it. Thank you for taking time out of your day to comment; it really means a lot to me. Take Care & God Bless!
@@jbeannie90 I really do understand. If it helped, even a little, in your thoughts of Murphy, I’m glad. The love of, and by, a dog or any creature, is honest and pure and we humans are fortunate to have that in our lives. We are blessed more than we know.
@@katw3070 AMEN! And your words didn't help just a little...they helped a LOT! 🐶🐾🤗
@@jbeannie90 Thank you for letting me know that. I sincerely appreciate it. It’s good you have a journal to express your feelings for Murphy. I hope you find comfort and healing in that. One day, maybe another dog will need you and share your heart and home with you. I don’t think of it as “replacing” one you loved as they can’t be replaced, but honoring the one who came before. I now have a dog who came into my life a few months after my Shepherd passed away. She’s very different in every way, but I don’t compare and love her dearly for herself. God bless them all.
I'm so glad you liked it. I had the honor of knowing Toby' Dad who was in the video. He would be so proud or Toby. Toby is battling stomach cancer. Praying for him.
I spent time in the US Army and I lost many friends overseas and I'm so happy for artists like Toby
Have heard this 100s of times. But this weekend and this version brought a tear to my eye. Thank you.
I love this song.. but i'm LOVING.. Gunnar..... what a beautiful baby... look at that little sweetie bug.. I love him
Awesome reaction. He has another one called American Soldier that is dedicated to the troops. Yall have a good weekend.
I bawl my eyes out every single time I hear this. Our freedom isn’t free. God bless America and all the amazing and selfless men and women who died for our freedom. 💙🇺🇸💙
Most veterans love this country. My uncle was injured in WWII.
God Bless Toby Keith!! Get well Brother. God Bless all our Soldiers For our Freedom!!!
Toby is awesome.. my father fought in the navy in the Korean War..love this song and Toby God bless you 🙏 Toby..
I love when you precious Alli is with you! I love your reactions together! And you guys are a ridiculously beautiful couple! There is too much beauty on my screen! Lol! Y'all have a very good flow between each other! Keep bringing her on with you when you can. You both are so chill! Love your channel! Greatness!
It may be late but welcome to the US! There is no country like it, even in the crime ridden areas. We are still the most secure nation on the planet and the one everyone wants to be a part of. Patriotism like oours does not exist anywhere else. My Dad was part of the Normandy invasion and part of the taking of Berlin. Without that generation we would all be speaking German. God bless all those who gave their lives for freedom.
He has a lot of funny songs. Red Solo Cup, Who's Your Daddy are good ones. All of his songs are great!
God bless all our troops and their families.❤
I miss Toby. He grew up about a mile or so from me and my family. He graduated with my middle brother. He stayed here in the community so many were able to see him around town in his final days before he passed. He also owned a small music venue nearby where he was sometimes known to get up on stage with the guest artists and join for a song or two. RIP Toby.
As an Army vet with 3 tours I love this song! I was proud to serve and honored.
So glad you've become a country fan. I think the country music artists feel the heart and soul of the American people. They can bring the patriots together like no others.
Another funny song by Toby is Trailerhood. I think you'd enjoy that one too.
Toby aka Big Dawg was a HUGE UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA FAN he was at all sporting events! During the 3rd and 4th quarter time out they play this song in honor of him. This is the Sooners newest tradition! We in Oklahoma love this man! He was a great Representative of the state and showed what we Okies are all about many of us who where born and raised here are very similar to him! ♥️💯
This song never gets old, and never fails to make me feel better. Also, your pup is adorable
While showing respect for those who died, there’s a lot of veterans who came scarred mentally. Let’s not forget them.
Throwing a shout out to all are military men and women thank you for your service God bless and go red white and blue 🇺🇸
Toby was one of those rare people that could stir our emotions.He could make you laugh,bring out your love of country,and make you rethink how you treat others(who's your Daddy) RIP Toby you will be missed!❤❤❤❤
My father enlisted in the Idaho National Guards in 1942. He was sent to Germany and faught in the Battle of the Bulge. He was a Christian. That was how he was saved from being killed. He helped liberate Buchenwald. I was so very proud of him❤
I never thought about some of the euphemisms and phrases that are just part of the American 'ethos', I guess - "Uncle Sam", "Old Glory" "freedom ringing her bell (referencing the Liberty Bell). The things we grew up with from elementary school and forward, but that naturalized citizens might not get right away. Thanks for the great reaction. :)
I’m so sorry to hear about your friend, especially being one of the 13 left behind (thanks Brandon)! God bless his family and great friends like you, Sebs! Keep up the great work…love your reactions! And God bless all our troops, especially those who sacrificed everything!
I enlisted in the Army about 2 weeks after 9-11, i had just turned 17. We played this song on repeat for a long time. Army Ranger 2002-2012. Ive been to Hell and back, have seen alot of injustices and terrible things in other nations. I never appreciated my homeland until i returned from those places. America truly is the most free nation in the world. My colors fly outside my front door 24/7. Sorry to hear about your friend in Afghanistan. I also lost a few friend and brothers over there. HOOAH!
American soldier by Toby would have been great too. You two are great!
The best song ever
To this day…I still get chills thinking about how that one day brought our country together to the point our differences didn’t even matter because in that moment…we were all brothers and sisters.
I don't know where y'all live however, it doesn't matter. As an American y'all touched my whole Democratic heart.. Godspeed and may God be with y'all always..💙💙☀️☀️🇺🇲🇺🇲
OMG red solo cup is hilarious.
I've had many family members that have served in the different military branches. Myself included. For my family it isn't a hesitation, not surprisingly considering we have John Hancock in our family tree. Our founders knew the danger for them and their loved ones but John Hancock was brave enough to sign the Declaration of Independence.
As Americans we fight willingly for our freedom, our families, our country. We proudly sacrifice everything for these things we hold dear.
Thank you Toby Keith for a wonderfully patriotic song! I pray for your speedy recovery! Good bless you and the U.S. of A. ❤️❤️
Toby performed 240 shows in Iraq and Afghanistan for our troops for FREE!
This song makes me feel patriotic & grateful for our military ~thanks for posting 😇❤️