Yeah, I do like to see white people break stereotypes too. And i also love to see white people fully participating in the Culture, rather than simply appropriating it. He understands and respects it. He's not just stealing it, calling it something else, and selling it, like too many white people do.
@@aspen5151 And your SUPER RACIST for saying that? WTF why would you even say that? This kid is literally breaking down the racial hate from all sides and YOUR here bringing it up again. I mean people are saying they want change but, then hate on this video with the whites are ALL RACIST B.S.? I hope you truly don’t mean that and if you do I hope you can get some help from God.
@@codygates7418 Lol. I said most whites are racist. Not all, but most. I don't mean burning crosses and hanging minorities. I mean highly prejudice and racially judgemental. Sorry if the news is shocking to you? Lol.
@@shantell4847 I guess they are referring to us not being able to keep nothing to ourselves. I think the boy is talented. I personally would love to see him go on to an HBCU, but I get it.
@Good Life I guarantee Justin Heideman will make history, when he becomes Jackson State University's first Caucasian Drum Major! Justin already executing JSU J5 Drum Major's moves PERFECTLY, so he already ready! I can't wait to see him become a member of the "Sonic Boom", and then make history when he put on one of those famous JSU J5 Drum Major uniforms. I'm rooting for you Justin!
In this case, I think it's mostly about how he looks. There are plenty kids of color that meet or exceed his talent, yet there is no fanfare for them. Perhaps because that level of talent is expected of them. I'm not diminishing his talent. I just want us to be honest with what is going on. He is a talented rare sight that draws attention. The only thing that makes the sight rare is his skin color. 🤷🏽♀️ Just being Captain obvious here....no judgement involved.
Came across this band by chance and I find the whole thing mesmerising, the athleticism stamina and dedication is simply amazing. I’ve watched a bunch of videos of this band and I find the whole thing so uplifting including the many positive comments posted. Love from France 👏👏👏
There is one thing that is rarely talked about in the current disputes. This guy is joyfully sharing his identity with everyone else, as a student, as an American, and as a young man who wants to do something good and exciting. And the comrades are sharing back. They felt he is humble and serious. So yeah, this gives hope.
What a cutie! I love this young man. He is humble and fair to his fellow band members and respected by all. He brings passion and virtuosity to his work, stands out in an all black college, but never lets his ethnic difference be a barrier of any kind. What a truly great human being! I hope Justin keeps his humility. When you are arrogant and narcissistic as so many people today are, you lose your ability to learn and grow. I admire and respect this young man. Great moves, Justin! By the way, I love watching the entire band. The other drum majors, the young women, the band musicians... their music and dance moves fill me with energy and joy. Way to go, Alabama! Greetings from California!
Love it. In these crazy times, I love to see racial barriers being broken. We are humans first. It is only skin. We all bleed red. Mad props to this brother.
I really do hope he gets accepted to Alamaba university where Janae is the dancer in the band and if he spices up the drum majors' rountines or moves there, my goodness, it'd be a power dual for the band!
E Witak well now she’s graduating but she was mistreated by the band administration while she was captain and stepped down but she finished the band season as the captain . I hope she sues
Blue-Eyed Soul...Say what you want about black folks but we are the most accepting people in the world. If you feel us & can rock with us then come on then
I love it. Great leadership & character. Great band. Great skills. He gives credit to entire band, pays homage to previous leaders, and remains humble... Again, I love it. God bless the school, the entire band, and the adults that influenced them.🙏🏾
Woow..I'm your biggest fan bro.. this is an amazing young man. He's unique in his style and leadership. He puts the band before himself. That is heart bro. God bless you Justin, and reach for the sky bro.
What a great young man. I love the energy and the union of the entire band. Justin seems to have his head on straight. I love how he makes sure the entire band is credited and honored.
Very talented. I hope he got into the school of his dreams and is the best there as well. I appreciated how he credited Afro Americans as well. We’re so creative and our culture is beautiful.
When you put in all that work together ! You're one big family. Those outside see it in a different way than the kid's see it. They were all raised right, shout out to all of them band members and school staff.
Well I can tell you one thing! He is one cutie patooty and does a wonderful job. I had watched the first video and so glad that I found this one! ❤ I live right next door in MS. and am so proud for him. The whole band is great! This video was in 2020 and I don't know what school accepted him.
They were on America's Got Talent few months ago. Their from my city, really talented great folks. Makes you proud. Beautiful integration beautiful 💖also Vanilla Funk has a black girlfriend and they celebrated Loving Day ,when the first interracial marriage between a black woman and white man was allowed by law.
I love it!! A wonderful young man who has a great dance talent; he’s polite, respectful and full of humility. It doesn’t matter that he’s white. The only thing that matters is that there’s mutual respect and appreciation between everyone in the school. Wonderful video. 👍🏽
Regardless... marching band is HARD AF. I’m glad he said “I wouldn’t be where I am without the whole band and I’m glad we’re getting recognition”. That’s right! Each and every member of that band has a critical role.
Love watching this young man, and this band us awesome!! Would love to see this band represent in one of the major holiday parades. Kudos to the band director!!!
I love watching this band. Four drum majors all in sink, all in time, all good friends. The band...sounds fantastic and they dance! It's awesome to watch! Kids are great! Love them all!!❤
Oh my! I am quite impressed. I just happened to run across the videos of you. I first saw you as a drum major for ASU. I wondered how did a short (compared to the other drum majors}, white man get to be a drum major of a predominantly black school? But after watching him, I knew exactly why. So, I wanted to know who this young man was. That's when I found him as head drum major for Jeff Davis High School. First thing I noticed was that he was white in a mostly black school; then his dancing; and finally, best of all, was his dedication , determination, and stamina. Fifty years ago, yes I said fifty, I was the first female drum major in my school's history. Back then we didn't march the way they do now. It has evolved for the better, that's for sure. But I know how hard it is to march for long periods. You have to be in shape, that's for sure. Justin never shows if he's tired. He keeps his form from beginning to end. It's hard people, especially the high knee marching style. I have no idea how much longer he has at ASU, but I plan to watch him as much as possible. Where will he go from here?
What makes Justin great is him thinking of his teammates first acknowledging those who came before him that taught him those skills. Keep it up stay humble beware of the media bc the have fork tongues . May God protection & Blessing be on you & your teammates ❤❤❤
Togetherness that’s all that matters! Such a humble kid! Some of the adults need to be more like him and his band! making music and dancing is a beautiful thing and it should be shared with the world on a positive level!
I absolutely LOVE this. What a cool young man. He'll definitely head his college marching band. I wouldn't be surprised if he was one of the college drum majors his freshman year. I also love the way he acknowledged the whole band. WELL DONE!! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽❤️
He don't just talk the talk he walk the walk, don't worry about what some haters gonna say, you keep showing them you got what it take's to be drum major, knowing HBCU you got to bring it but from what I see my my man you got it.!!!🤠😉💪💯
I stumbled onto a video of him marching in a parade about a week ago and have been hooked ever since... He's awesome! He made me pay closer attention to other drum majors from other high schools and colleges, haven't seen any as good as him and his fellow drum majors yet (but I haven't been looking long). It's wonderful to see him march, he doesn't seem intimidated by his surroundings and can keep up with (and even exceeds) his fellow drum majors. Not taking anything away from the other drum majors, they're awesome too!
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The media focused on him while he focused on the entire band. I like that.
ONE BAND, ONE SOUND. It’s the band geek mentality! I love it!
JUST BEAUTIFUL❤
Perfectly Said❤
🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌💞💞💞💞🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏💋💋🙏🙏
Exactly 💯
It's almost as if he has an alter ego...He has a bold confidence when he performs and a quiet humility when he speaks...
Good observation I noticed it too
He’s got love in his heart. That’s all he needs.
Arlie Sam I also noticed that as well
@@kamikazekid94 ok
Arlie Sam ok?
Legend has it his first meal out the womb was dab of hotsauce and potato salad
Deceased 😂😂😂😭💀⚰⚱
lol
That was a most epic comment ever lol
Facts 😆
LMAO!
"look at dat boy john" LMAOO MANN
You mean Justin
@@akire628 Means John. When an online comedian blew Justin up on line, he referred to him as John at first. Them he called him John Justin, lmao!
Vanilla Funk= hard worker, humble, regular person just like the rest of us.......but DAYUM can he move WOOOO.
I have got to keep up with Justins next move. (college) I'm not gonna miss out on his moves (lol) continued success Justin!! 👍🏼🥁🔥
Did yk vanilla funk is his crab name from when he first got in the band😭
He's a humble individual, they're all great!! Young!! People!
yes they are
Very humble! I love it!
U guys are fantabulous can't get enough of watch u better than u s c trojan and they are good
From California with love 2 jefferson high school marching band keep up the goods guys
Much respect to the fact that he acknowledges he wouldn't be the impressive drum major he is without his band. Love it!
Hope the guy goes far in life, as well as his band mates! They all seem like a great group of kids. 🙏❤️
Oh, and I love your name 🤓
White man can dance. I love everyone breaking the stereotypes. All of them from every people, every race, every country, and every gender.
That is the hope for our future.
Yeah, I do like to see white people break stereotypes too. And i also love to see white people fully participating in the Culture, rather than simply appropriating it. He understands and respects it. He's not just stealing it, calling it something else, and selling it, like too many white people do.
@@lkeke35 most whites are racist. but hes of the minority who arent like those others. i respect him for that!
@@aspen5151 And your SUPER RACIST for saying that? WTF why would you even say that? This kid is literally breaking down the racial hate from all sides and YOUR here bringing it up again. I mean people are saying they want change but, then hate on this video with the whites are ALL RACIST B.S.? I hope you truly don’t mean that and if you do I hope you can get some help from God.
@@codygates7418 Lol. I said most whites are racist. Not all, but most. I don't mean burning crosses and hanging minorities. I mean highly prejudice and racially judgemental. Sorry if the news is shocking to you? Lol.
Omg the fact that he just cares about the notoriety of the band and school 💕
Well, Marching Band is most certainly a team sport. The performance is the work of the entire band, not any single member.
Love this generation! Be the difference!!!
That’s the right thing to say anyway!
This young man is the definition of "ONE BAND...ONE SOUND"....loling for the people who get where I got this phrase from🤭
Drum line
I can quote that movie word for word that's how many times I watched it 😆
That’s a great movie.
Hahaha and thats exactly what they taught us in band its all about the team not just you🙌🏻
#family
Dr. Lee!!!
He was raised right with love and respect.
I like that he acknowledged his band mates more than once and said "their" hard work has paid off with this.
Good job mom and dad you all have raised a very humbled person and that us what I admire. He's the shiznit. Yep, I said it. Gone baby do your thang.
He's a cutie pie on his way to a very Blessed n success ful life! 🎓🔰📚📔
He's bout to get a full ride to JSU. Watch him be the head drum major of the Boom in a couple years
We good....JSU
@Good Life why cause he's a white boy
@@shantell4847 I guess they are referring to us not being able to keep nothing to ourselves. I think the boy is talented. I personally would love to see him go on to an HBCU, but I get it.
Yeah but he has got to earn it at the Boom though
@Good Life I guarantee Justin Heideman will make history, when he becomes Jackson State University's first Caucasian Drum Major! Justin already executing JSU J5 Drum Major's moves PERFECTLY, so he already ready! I can't wait to see him become a member of the "Sonic Boom", and then make history when he put on one of those famous JSU J5 Drum Major uniforms. I'm rooting for you Justin!
He seems like a really nice young man. No big ego, respects his team and they all do one hell of a job.
He's now a Drum Major at ASU! Vanilla Funk is still doing his thing Congrats!
It's not how you look, it's what you can do that truly sets you apart.
I agree but it's too many see it or something different
He ain't did nothing that nobody else has did that set him apart from other major nets that came up before him
In this case, I think it's mostly about how he looks. There are plenty kids of color that meet or exceed his talent, yet there is no fanfare for them. Perhaps because that level of talent is expected of them. I'm not diminishing his talent. I just want us to be honest with what is going on. He is a talented rare sight that draws attention. The only thing that makes the sight rare is his skin color. 🤷🏽♀️ Just being Captain obvious here....no judgement involved.
Justin is a great roll model and probably doesn't even know it ... he's loving what he's doing ... and it shows.
Came across this band by chance and I find the whole thing mesmerising, the athleticism stamina and dedication is simply amazing. I’ve watched a bunch of videos of this band and I find the whole thing so uplifting including the many positive comments posted. Love from France 👏👏👏
Same, and he stuck out to me in the couple videos I watched. Nice to et some back story
I love how humble he is. I love that he doesn't sit back and take the credit but acknowledges the hard work of his band mates.
Yeah he’s a cool dude, but so are those other three boys and that awesome Band!!! But I am sure a Vanilla Fan!!!!!!
Lovely comment
Funny how the counts in likes lessen when one mention not only Justin but other band members greatness as well. 🤔
@@elisageorge2261 it shouldn't be though the whole band is amazing
@@shonnieolliverre2719 Right!
Notice he says “we”. Exactly what you hope to see in a leader. Wonderful skills, band, and obvious leadership from his teachers and parents.
There is one thing that is rarely talked about in the current disputes.
This guy is joyfully sharing his identity with everyone else, as a student, as an American, and as a young man who wants to do something good and exciting.
And the comrades are sharing back. They felt he is humble and serious.
So yeah, this gives hope.
What a cutie! I love this young man. He is humble and fair to his fellow band members and respected by all. He brings passion and virtuosity to his work, stands out in an all black college, but never lets his ethnic difference be a barrier of any kind. What a truly great human being! I hope Justin keeps his humility. When you are arrogant and narcissistic as so many people today are, you lose your ability to learn and grow. I admire and respect this young man. Great moves, Justin!
By the way, I love watching the entire band. The other drum majors, the young women, the band musicians... their music and dance moves fill me with energy and joy. Way to go, Alabama! Greetings from California!
I pray he remains humble too it's one of his best qualities
AND he's in Kappa league. Keep an eye on him. mad respect.
Love it. In these crazy times, I love to see racial barriers being broken. We are humans first. It is only skin. We all bleed red. Mad props to this brother.
I really do hope he gets accepted to Alamaba university where Janae is the dancer in the band and if he spices up the drum majors' rountines or moves there, my goodness, it'd be a power dual for the band!
rain74925 Janae left 🥺 but she deserves better
Omg I could imagine him and Janae. They could Start a show..... why did she leave?!
E Witak well now she’s graduating but she was mistreated by the band administration while she was captain and stepped down but she finished the band season as the captain . I hope she sues
@@Malalalaika I really hope that Janae can find a place in the entertainment industry. I think sh could make it if she's given a chance
Blue-Eyed Soul...Say what you want about black folks but we are the most accepting people in the world. If you feel us & can rock with us then come on then
yes, except for our own, which is a huge problem.
And yet, Black artists venturing into "non-blak-spaces" have to fight tooth and nail for acceptance. Go figure.🙄
WE LOVE VANILLA FUNK!!! What a sweet, endearing name from his band mates. Love this...
I love watching him!
me too
Why?
😂 i think we all know why.
There is no color when you show you love what you do!!!!!!❤❤❤❤❤🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️he is good!!!!!❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Kudos to him for acknowledging that success takes a team
To the skyyy Justin....... Yessssss 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 keep up the good work
I love it. Great leadership & character. Great band. Great skills. He gives credit to entire band, pays homage to previous leaders, and remains humble... Again, I love it. God bless the school, the entire band, and the adults that influenced them.🙏🏾
Now that's how you tell a story good job!
Justin, I wish you success and good luck in your life. I guess it wasn't easy to become a drum major. You did great! I'm your fan from Russia 🇷🇺 💯 👍
YESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS VANILLA FUNK
🤣💯💪🏾
I Love it!!! He just stepped right into his authority with all humbleness!!! He is using his God given talent and its Beautiful
Such an amazing story. My boy Justin got it going on. The whole band is just EXCELLENT 👍👍🏾🥁
He is good! There has been some soul food in this young man's life!
Woow..I'm your biggest fan bro.. this is an amazing young man. He's unique in his style and leadership. He puts the band before himself. That is heart bro. God bless you Justin, and reach for the sky bro.
What a great young man. I love the energy and the union of the entire band. Justin seems to have his head on straight. I love how he makes sure the entire band is credited and honored.
He is Humbled and does recognize without his band mates he wouldn’t have this much attention….What a Great Young Man
Love this band and Justin.
TO THE SKY, JUSTIN!!! ❤️😭❤️😆❤️😭😆❤️😆😝😝❤️😆😝❤️❤️😝😆😆😭❤️😭 KEEP DOING YOU VANILLA FUNK!!!! ✊🏻✊🏼✊🏽✊🏾✊🏿
He is a good drum major. The other drum majors are just as good and I hope they all succeed and get the same attention and rewards! Great job band!
This Kid puts his Heart into performance.
I love how he stays humble 😇
Very talented. I hope he got into the school of his dreams and is the best there as well. I appreciated how he credited Afro Americans as well. We’re so creative and our culture is beautiful.
Very proud of him..he is doing something positive and enjoying it ..and with humility!👏👏
When you put in all that work together ! You're one big family. Those outside see it in a different way than the kid's see it. They were all raised right, shout out to all of them band members and school staff.
I hope he continues this in college because any college would be lucky to have him. Humble young man that puts his heart into his work
This is the best story I've heard for the past 1 1/2 years!!!! Content of one's character -- One Race, the Human Race!!
It’s all about how you do it. You go boy.❤️❤️❤️❤️👍🏼😇
All the way from Florida!!! I’ve been watching this band and this young man for awhile !!!!! 💪🏾❤️❤️
Justin proved his worth!! He's a Team Player and hard worker.....made respect👍🏾...No Race made skills👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾💯
That boy to hard
Um I think you meant, too hard...
A great drum major and humble. He will be a great leader.
I watched him for an hour last night. I had not seen him or anything like this before. I did see all of these kids were talented!
He’s fantastic! And so is the band! Love stories like this.
Anything that helps people get along is a good thing.
Well I can tell you one thing! He is one cutie patooty and does a wonderful job. I had watched the first video and so glad that I found this one! ❤ I live right next door in MS. and am so proud for him. The whole band is great! This video was in 2020 and I don't know what school accepted him.
He was accepted by Alabama State University, a HBCU, and he is one of the Drum Majors in their Marching Band.
@@nickkai2851 Cool! Thanks so much! 😁
I like the fact that is stated " without this band I wouldn't be this viral sensation" Humility at its best!!
Just more proof that music and art can unite.
What a solid kid. It's his work ethic and commitment to the whole band....outstanding!
They were on America's Got Talent few months ago. Their from my city, really talented great folks. Makes you proud. Beautiful integration beautiful 💖also Vanilla Funk has a black girlfriend and they celebrated Loving Day ,when the first interracial marriage between a black woman and white man was allowed by law.
I love it!! A wonderful young man who has a great dance talent; he’s polite, respectful and full of humility. It doesn’t matter that he’s white. The only thing that matters is that there’s mutual respect and appreciation between everyone in the school. Wonderful video. 👍🏽
I love Justin! To the sky Justin ❤️👍
He is amazing. They definitely put on a show!!!
Thank you white folks for loving our soul, it's addictive!
Yes it is! We love what you do, and have done, in America! Yay!!!
Ain’t no other soul. ❤️❤️❤️
Why you thanking them ? 😂 see that’s the problem with black people wtf
Why do you dumb asses seek validation from white folks?
@@_Milcah_ Validation? From white folks? Hell nawl, your wayyyy off. The only dumbass is you for assuming what my comment actually meant.
You’re a special young man, Justin! Keep up the great work! Much love from Texas, I’m def hooked on your videos!!! ❤️
Omgawsh I just was watching Mardi gras parade here on TH-cam and saw this young man ! Amazing talent !
I truly Love this kid... so humble
I came across him by accident watching TH-cam. Wow! Amazing.
Just can't stop watching this. The whole band is just Superior!!🥁
This young man is soooo good... I just can not stop watching him March! I am so amazed! Many blessing to him in his future!
He is absolutely amazing
Regardless... marching band is HARD AF. I’m glad he said “I wouldn’t be where I am without the whole band and I’m glad we’re getting recognition”. That’s right! Each and every member of that band has a critical role.
I hope he gets full scholarship to the best schoo
Go my blue eyed soul brother. If God blessed you with rythmn and soul, flaunt it and share it.
Love watching this young man, and this band us awesome!! Would love to see this band represent in one of the major holiday parades. Kudos to the band director!!!
The humility is what I adore!!! Your humble-spirit will carry you far; keep going! Simply divine!!!
I love watching this band. Four drum majors all in sink, all in time, all good friends. The band...sounds fantastic and they dance! It's awesome to watch! Kids are great! Love them all!!❤
That boy Justin smooth with it tho! Good luck to whichever school he goes to they won’t be disappointed
He does a great job.He is so natural.
He's so sweet & humble ❤️ God bless you hunnie 🙏
Oh my! I am quite impressed. I just happened to run across the videos of you. I first saw you as a drum major for ASU. I wondered how did a short (compared to the other drum majors}, white man get to be a drum major of a predominantly black school? But after watching him, I knew exactly why. So, I wanted to know who this young man was. That's when I found him as head drum major for Jeff Davis High School. First thing I noticed was that he was white in a mostly black school; then his dancing; and finally, best of all, was his dedication , determination, and stamina. Fifty years ago, yes I said fifty, I was the first female drum major in my school's history. Back then we didn't march the way they do now. It has evolved for the better, that's for sure. But I know how hard it is to march for long periods. You have to be in shape, that's for sure. Justin never shows if he's tired. He keeps his form from beginning to end. It's hard people, especially the high knee marching style. I have no idea how much longer he has at ASU, but I plan to watch him as much as possible. Where will he go from here?
The talent can't be denied.. it is what it is.. if you can kill it, then kill it..
Color dont matter to talent
👍🏾😎👍🏾
Thank you to all of those who are part of this program..... You have a fan in new in Connecticut
What makes Justin great is him thinking of his teammates first acknowledging those who came before him that taught him those skills. Keep it up stay humble beware of the media bc the have fork tongues . May God protection & Blessing be on you & your teammates ❤❤❤
WE...Is the key word. What a selfless and humbled young man who didnt make it about himself
He's got flavor and has class. Good for you sir. Kuddos to the band!
Togetherness that’s all that matters! Such a humble kid! Some of the adults need to be more like him and his band! making music and dancing is a beautiful thing and it should be shared with the world on a positive level!
I absolutely LOVE this. What a cool young man. He'll definitely head his college marching band. I wouldn't be surprised if he was one of the college drum majors his freshman year. I also love the way he acknowledged the whole band. WELL DONE!! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽❤️
I like how he said humbly oh wow people are seeing the hard work that “WE” do
He don't just talk the talk he walk the walk, don't worry about what some haters gonna say, you keep showing them you got what it take's to be drum major, knowing HBCU you got to bring it but from what I see my my man you got it.!!!🤠😉💪💯
What a humble guy. But the band is awesome. Well done to all the boys and girls
Great job everyone! Great school choice (Alabama A&M) and really glad to hear he’s staying home!
I stumbled onto a video of him marching in a parade about a week ago and have been hooked ever since... He's awesome! He made me pay closer attention to other drum majors from other high schools and colleges, haven't seen any as good as him and his fellow drum majors yet (but I haven't been looking long). It's wonderful to see him march, he doesn't seem intimidated by his surroundings and can keep up with (and even exceeds) his fellow drum majors. Not taking anything away from the other drum majors, they're awesome too!