As the Father of a 30 year old Autistic man I have been singing this song for 30 years, but today it has been put into words for me. Tremendous!

@Chloe-cv6wm

Жыл бұрын

Not just the father but the source of autistry. Why would you breed if you have defective genes?

@actownsend7288

11 ай бұрын

I have ASD and I’m 35!!!

@user-hw6yy2bd7q

6 ай бұрын

I've been playing Daddy since I was 4. Autism has made me a smarter more compassionate human. Love you!

Grown man, father of Alexandria, crying over here. Just beautiful, so honest, still crying

She has the quality and haunting tone that reminds me of Eva Cassidy for some reason.

@richardanthony1139

2 жыл бұрын

i was just about write that!!

@debrap947

2 жыл бұрын

@@richardanthony1139 Great minds! 😉

@CookieZ3353

2 жыл бұрын

Disagree. Eva Cassidy goes deeper and is more haunting.

@sraney431

2 жыл бұрын

I just thought that as well 💜💜💜

I can tell you something. My daughter Brandi Knapp. Oh God; thank you for allowing me the honor to pick me for parent. She was special baby, only 44 and she passed away October the 9th. Unexpected. Time flies so fast so hold them tight and love them more. Congrats

This song is songwriting at its best. Brandi Carlile is an absolute master of her trade. God bless her and her beautiful family.

"the first things that she took from me were selfishness and sleep, she broke a thousand heirlooms that I wasn't meant to keep" songwriting to take my breath away

@headlikeorange3600

2 жыл бұрын

My favourite is "But none of that was ever who we are".

@chipsthedog1

2 жыл бұрын

@@headlikeorange3600 yes another great line

@miriamkramer9006

2 жыл бұрын

Agreed...amazing lyrics.

My children's mother, my wife, died when they were both small. As tragic as it was and still is, I am thankful I have had the opportunity to not only be Dad, but to be "Mom" too. Today I have a new partner in life who is trying her best to fit in with her new family and we love her for it.

My god is Brandi one of the sweetest people on this planet or what?!

I have an Evangeline and she is 16 months. Her dad left while I was pregnant and didn’t want me to keep her. I did and I work full time as a lawyer. I’m so tired all the time but I love her so much, she is everything to me. This song means so much to me and I only discovered it this week. I’ve had so many holidays, amazing meals, wonderful clothes, jewellery, make up but nothing compares to my sweet girl

@elizabethhealing52

3 жыл бұрын

Happy for you!!! We need all the love in the world poured into our children.....

@lindalewellen2296

3 жыл бұрын

And nothing will ever compare to your sweet baby girl. Careful...they grow up so very, very quickly. Congratulations to you and your spouse. God bless. 🙏💘😻🎵🎶🤗

@act4666

2 жыл бұрын

Bless you and your daughter

@robertpiekosz7470

2 жыл бұрын

Good for you!

@steveperreira5850

2 жыл бұрын

Very inspiring. I won’t tell my story it has similar themes. The important thing is the love you have for your child and the dedication two-year duty to care for her with all your might! It’s bedtime for me and you have made me very happy with your story. I have a daughter too, She is now grown up, and happily married.

Thanks for sharing your family - this is how change happens, even in Texas! What a beautiful song!

We should all strive for the level of humility that Brandi has. What a fantastic person. Not to mention she has a killer voice!

@steveperreira5850

2 жыл бұрын

She is very talented, she is a wonderful songwriter and a Very good singer. It’s not my music but I could listen to it for a long time and be very happy

Just found out my wife is pregnant with our first IVF baby, and as the non-biological and non-carrying mum, I’m terrified I’m not going to love the baby (even though it is very much wanted). Remembered this video (not just the song but the preamble too) from seeing it a few years back, and came for solace and reassurance. I’m gonna be revisiting this clip many times before the birth! 💜💜💜

@yesimerin

Ай бұрын

How's it going?

@michelecastonguay7297

24 күн бұрын

Yeah!

From her small opening speech to the beautiful song - this is full of gentleness, love, and warmth and honestly a bit too much for my sensitive heart. Imagine her daughter watching/hearing this song when she gets to Brandi's age. She gave her daughter a very wonderful and timeless gift.

@Lifestreamable

4 жыл бұрын

That was an amazing statement you made re how her daughter may look back in years to come and feel the love of her Mother stretching back over time... beautiful Culota

@holdsteady188

3 жыл бұрын

@@Lifestreamable So's what you said, Chris. ❤

If the world was full of Brandi , It would be a better place to live

Man! I don't think I've ever seen a more beautiful person!

I sit in the parking lot of daycare dreading the responsibilities of this child, and the other two, that I was so blessed to create. They have stolen my time, but the return has been nothing less than miraculous. I am tired. I grieve the loss of myself, but Brandi put it so perfectly in this song, that I’m hearing for the first time. All of the losses that I believe exist, I will gain again one day, through their eyes. Such a refreshing thought.

@peggymobley4103

2 ай бұрын

They will be consumed with taking care of you when your old.....same

@deenacastleberry8838

2 ай бұрын

Enjoy the chaos, the messes, the warm snuggles in the middle of a dirty house…. One day you will be wanting those babies to come over for holidays, or visits and they will be far and few between. I can hardly get my daughter and her wife to come over! They are both nurses and working most of the time…. I miss those days!! You are so blessed right now❤

I’m a straight 73 year old male who is in love with Brandi Carlile because she is so special.

@edgreen8140

3 жыл бұрын

Get in line buddy.

@marylhere

3 жыл бұрын

I’m a straight 62 year old woman who is in love with woman.

That’s one special girl

This Brought Tears in my Eyes. Be who you are, & Live in Peace All 🙏🙏🙏

You have all my support for all peoples rights. Please stop the hate.

Thank you Brandi for telling us about your family. Inspiring, Awesome.

this is a mothers creed and sings for all of us. thank you. so needed right now.

So beautiful

first time i've seen this one - so cute! Love the long hair and relaxed look. and Evangeline! She's so sweet!

At 4 years old Evangeline may not understand this song about her yet. But as she gets older it will dawn on her and she will understand how she may have helped a lot of people in this world. As a straight father of a gay son who has passed without my blessing, I am learning.

Brandi Carlile is such impeccable performer. She is so engaging, can play instruments, funny and has such beautiful voice. I have discovered her. She is such very talented artist. I love how this song is so real.

@slayeroftruth6436

5 жыл бұрын

@@BonnieJ1955Yes!.. She can really make you feel a song.

Girl power!

OMG, how beautiful can a child BE? Lovely moment.

Beautiful.

I always think I can't possibly love Ms. Carlile more, but the space inside my heart always expands each and every time I hear her sing and share her thoughts.

tears in my eyes

So sweet ❤❤

Her honesty is refreshing. Her melodies married to that honesty...beautiful!

just lovely...

Love is love, sometimes the hard part is finding what lets you feel it

@brendaspence5230

4 жыл бұрын

Mike Raftery I hope we both,find it!

My daughter was 5 months with her 3rd when she found out her hubby was cheating, she fell for her best friend and is in a gay relationship but I have never seen her and kids happier so blessed 😇 ❤

I have only recently discovered her. Bravo for her being herself.

@freeheeler09

3 жыл бұрын

Yup, this song is beautiful, simple and real.

Saw this and broke down into tears. I'm the father of Evangeline!

@teresakurkowski1419

3 жыл бұрын

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@jancrittenden132

2 жыл бұрын

are you really? Or metaphorically speaking?

@3tequila

2 жыл бұрын

@@jancrittenden132 metaphorically! haha

Brandie is just a good human being with an open mind. Lovely.

@pageluvva

5 жыл бұрын

well said

@maryannbrown5762

4 жыл бұрын

Constitutional Conservative What are you doing coming on here spewing your negative bullshit? Who are YOU trying to convince?

@photobum726

4 жыл бұрын

@Constitutional Conservative it must suck to be so hate filled and stupid, hopefully one day you will learn that your belief system is just one of many and stop acting like a total dick. But a have a great day anyway.

@carolynvessels2207

3 жыл бұрын

P To r

@carolynvessels2207

3 жыл бұрын

To r

I hope I live to see Evangeline grow up and know this song was written for her. Can you imagine?

I only just discovered Brandi and man, I love everything about this woman. To think I could have been basking in her wisdom and the sound of her voice for years already, and somehow I missed it. Making up for it from now on, though. I'm a straight white man and it doesn't matter. Brandi sings for all of us.

@rhondahunt8080

4 жыл бұрын

She sounds even better live

@lornalessing2080

4 жыл бұрын

That is exactly what I felt the first time i heard her sing!!

@mmmbetter55

4 жыл бұрын

God damn if I don't feel the exact same way. She has a gift for sure.

@cakayakdiver

4 жыл бұрын

There is a line in this song where she says she'll never hit the big time without her daughter. If you look back at all of her work, I think there is a marked difference in her songs, and even how she sings the older ones, in the last few years. I think it's amazing how children can change the way we see things.

@lolawants2008

3 жыл бұрын

Marry me :) what I wouldn’t give to hear a man I’m seeing say this about brandi out of the blue. Soul is soul man. I hope you’ve seen her tiny desk concert?

Brandi Carlile is something else!

Gosh even her talking voice is beautiful

Kids are the best. Mine are grown now and on their own except the one finishing college but what a wonderful gift that God gave us when we had children.

"Doesn't matter what's going on you can walk onstage any time for a kiss" _Whatt???_ I swear Brandi always making me a weepy steaming pile of feels for one reason or another 😭💔 damn

@retsub3

2 жыл бұрын

Can't wait for Evangeline's memory of this in 10 years lol 😚

thanks GOD...i'm so blessed...my mother still with us today....thanks brandi.

Absobultely love this woman!!!!! No matter her personal status!!!!

What a beautiful tribute to tolerance and diversity to “feel the love” between mother and daughter. How unfortunate for it to be so necessary in todays crazy world. Thank you for this strong message.

Awesome...I just love this woman!! It was different for me....I was in love with them before they entered the world. They are nothing short of magical!

I'm kicking myself for having ignored this beautiful voice for so long. I have known about Brandi Carlile for years now, and never really connected with her music, that was, until, I watched the Grammy's this past Sunday. And while I had heard "The Joke" in passing, hearing her perform it live and witnessing the power it had over the audience, I was totally blown away. I don't know why I stayed away for long, Brandi.

I discovered Brandi at the Paragon Bar on Queen Anne Hill Seattle early 2002. I was just me, my friend and her mamma in there selling her CDs

Please continue to help the women of Texas today Brandi - they need your voice & power now more than ever.

Another amazing song from a wonderful, honest, talented, profound musician who brings this older conservative straight Republican male to tears quite often with her beautiful and meaningful music!

I always wanted to have a family. When I realized I was gay I thought maybe I’d lose my chance at the family I’d dreamed of. This song, and her words, mean so much to me.

What a beautiful love story.💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜

Hearing a woman say they have a wife gives me more hope and fulfillment than anything

@aimeestephens7135

4 жыл бұрын

And on Austin Limits too!

@whitneywelborn1317

4 жыл бұрын

SAME

@maryannbrown5762

4 жыл бұрын

Mar GB I love Brandi Carlisle and I especially love her for coming out on Austin City Limits!! 🌈🌟🌈

@cheekyboy5000

4 жыл бұрын

Makes me jealous if anything. She's so beautiful!

@lolawants2008

3 жыл бұрын

MaryAnn Brown she’s been openly gay a long long time. But she was making a stand for what she believes in, knowing she’s got all kinds of fans, some who aren’t aware, people that got brought by friends.. speaking to the fact that - Even though she is the star standing on stage, who she is with her beautiful family (& they really are beautiful, genuine.. like the real freakin deal if you follow them) is a place where same-sex marriage laws are constantly still being battled, couples being denied benefits, etc -where she is playing. I imagine all the great famous black artists before civil rights could relate. Lauded and applauded on stage, but not legal to use their bathrooms or sit at their counters (not a direct comparison, but hopefully you get what I’m trying to say)

Go Brandi!!!!! Everyone told me about this wonderful woman and I’m so glad they did. I can’t stop crying.

Brandi has been one of my favorite artists since I was a kid, I grew up listening to her. When my daughter Evangeline was about 3 months old we were dancing to Brandi Carlile Radio on Pandora and this song came on; it was meant to be. I had no idea her daughter's name was Evangeline too! It brings tears to my eyes every time I hear it still

brandi carlile is nothing short of incredible

God, I love Brandi. Can’t wait to see her again next week in Salt Lake City!

How beautiful is this amazing, brave artist who sheds light on unspeakable things such as love and acceptance of herself. So pathetic to see some haters here. What are they so threatened by, their own sexuality being taken away? I applaud her tremendous talent, thank you Brandi Carlile, you are completely authentic.

@emilyh.8704

5 жыл бұрын

I so agree with you ma'am..Ms. Brandi is just..my goodness, my words escape me! however one does not..LO💖E! she brings that out in me with her truth..honesty and compassion..I wish her and her lovely family peace..love and happiness always..your music and songwriting is what this world needs right now..thank you! my God you are a amazingly gifted, beautiful, gay woman and I also applaud you! we need more women like you to hopefully reach the hearts of those so against us! God Bless you! ❤

@CookieZ3353

2 жыл бұрын

It's not that they are "haters" which is an adjective that is so easy to throw out there regarding replies which you disagree with. We have different beliefs in what the covenant of marriage, and who makes up the family according to God's word and which is designed by God. I'm not going to quote anything from the Bible to you. We have different beliefs which you may not understand We also have the right to speak about them. It has nothing to do with sexuality and everything to do with obeying God's word and living the life He created for us.

@mariechimusic6919

2 жыл бұрын

@@CookieZ3353 Don't you think its absurd, thinking that somehow your belief is superior to other beliefs not forgetting the fact that, non of us have seen or spoken to God face to face, have you? which means we all believe what we truly don't know in its entirety. The bible and all the other so called holy books were basically written by people like me and you, and so like all the other books they don't resonate to everybody. Love is love darling, you know it when you see it, its sad many don't see it here!!

@conniewolf7300

2 жыл бұрын

@@CookieZ3353 And others have just as much "right" to their beliefs even though you think yours are the only "right" ones!

@CookieZ3353

2 жыл бұрын

@@conniewolf7300 I don't care who you or the gay community has sex with. Don't force me to accept it. By the way, how do you think gay people got here? Their hetero parents made them, fool!

So glad that Brandi addressed the whole "I didn't fall in love from the get go". Some people do and it's great, but no for many other parents. It took months for me to feel that gush that hit me like a train. I looked at him and thought to myself...I would die for you! Take a bullet." Crazy!

You go girl! We are all family.

I have two girls too. Now all grown up. Precious song, relatable. 💫🙆‍♀️ 🧚‍♀️👸🏼💫

My daughter said she was gay and I loved her more because when she says dad it’s so much love feels my heart I love her as she is my daughter always

This song always brings tears to my eyes. I sure love you and your songs, Brandi Carlisle!

Amen !

Folk singers gotta preach.

I sooo love your love for your beautiful angel Evangeline. What an incredible, breathtaking song. 💜💜💜

So very true. Thank you, Brandi for expressing what so many parents cannot find the words for

It like weirds me out that I’m raising children at the same time that are the same age as Brandi Carlile’s. She’s amazing. She’s been such a big deal to me for such a long time.

God you are so amazing. I miss hearing you at the coffe stand. Miss you

You are a Champion Brandi!!!! I’ve seen you numerous times in concert and you never ever disappoint!! Such a great performance! Love is NEVER wrong! Thank you!

@MsBond7777

5 жыл бұрын

Absolutely,

Hello Mother Father of all creation r here in physical flesh n playing this song to reach u. Phone home today ❤🎉 we luv to meet u

First time hearing this….a sweet song

Made me cry...but I love, love, this, Brandi! My son Nick and I met you at the second Light Up The Blues. You were so gracious.

Imagine how the world would change if all children could get a hug and kiss from mom...or dad...even if they're at work. Because they need it right at that specific moment.

@dabear2438

5 жыл бұрын

Agreed. I would dearly love more than anything to get a hug and kiss from my parents... 6 years now since they left for that far and distant shore. Living parentless pulls the steady floor from underneath your feet.

@davidjshapiro2010

5 жыл бұрын

Is she lip syncing?

So beautiful 😻

Benicio Bryant! You Rock...or I would not be here tonight. thank him!!!!!

Brandi Carlile is such an amazing talent, and her songs are so relatable and true to the emotions and feelings of us all, I believe. It feels as if she’s singing exactly to me what I’m going through in my own life. Almost every song I hear brings tears to my eyes.

@louisemariepothier850

4 жыл бұрын

same!

@batuhanozkanli

4 жыл бұрын

Probably, 15 times in a song!

Beautiful human. Beautiful song.

What a pleasure to be alive to see this woman playing live

I love this song. I love this lady singing, an absolute normal human being, by that I mean not stuck up, a good wholesome down to earth lady. I truely love this song its so true. Keep right on singing Brandi, you make the world a better place in doing so❤

Brandie is honest and true and that’s why I adore her. I adore her for when she plays with the twins, I adore her for when she plays with Dave Matthews but most importantly I adore her for lighting a spark in my heart and reminding me that love and dance conquers all.

Thanks to young teen singer Benicio Bryant i may not have found this Wonderful free spirited Awesome Singer & Woman. Love her music and her vocals and her song writing skills, God bless you Brandi makes no difference what your sexual preferences are Your A Wonderful Human Being :-) lots of love from me down here in Australia.

Been listening to her since Turpentine. Great lady. Soul healer. Much respect, love, and thanks dear human.

When she said I am nothing without you ... you can see the emotion and how heart felt it is 💞💞

It's been 24 years since I lived in Seattle. A beautiful city & region with a wonderful spirit. It's great to see more awesome gifts emanating from the region.

I saw her some years ago at the Interlochen Center for the Arts summer concert series. I’ve been a fan ever since. Thank you for your work Ms. Carlile!

Congratulations - to your beautiful family and all the courage that you just have shown!

This song is really beautiful in its honesty. Such an expression of true love, in all of its complications.

Thank You Texas for being so Excepting 🙏🙏❤❤

Amazing performance. Thank you Brandi for always spreading the message of love and acceptance.

I love Brandi's singing voice!

I've always considered artistes such as Bowie and Peter Gabriel to be vocalist's rather than just singers. They add something more than just the words and notes. I add Brandi to that list.

@skippy9659

5 жыл бұрын

Steve Sole absolutely true..

Oh wow, that is as amazing as you. God bless Brandi, your honesty is breath-taking hugs Davina x💝

Beautifully written song

I've been alive on this planet for 30 years and only today have I stumbled across Brandi whilst in the midst of a youtube auto-play blackhole. What a beautiful discovery! Side note, as a fellow gay human this also just broke my wee heart! Now for a Brandi binge, yay!

This is probably one of the finest songs crafted in 2018.