This is stunningly beautiful. Let’s recognize Adam and Chance for holding down the groove. My favorite version of this song.

@evelynsallie5703

2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely agree with you 💯

I agree that this version is magnificent. I really loved their choice to isolate the "I am". Austin finished the preceding word 'great' with a hard 't', and there was a beat of complete silence, then they the obvious climax with 'I am' , then another beat of silence. Dynamically this was the peak of the song, and for me the rests before and after those two little words added greater emphasis to the unity of the Father and the Son. It was an unexpected but extremely effective choice.

@susanhorn4325

2 жыл бұрын

I agree with you 100%

Home Free has really stepped up their game in the last two years. Home Free is tops at arranging songs to fit them.

Great review. Your facial expressions mirrored my feelings when I listened to this. For comparison, a few days ago I listened to the Pentatonix version and while very good, it gave me a greater appreciation for what HF does. PX has two voices so similar if you aren't looking, you can't tell who is singing and their tones are clear, almost crystal cold. With HF, every voice is distinctive and when you put them together they blend with such warmth it goes to another level.

@usmadgirl3074

2 жыл бұрын

AMEN, again! I absolutely agree & I'm sorry but the PTX version hurts my sensitive ears!

Rupp is amazing. Truly genius in using his voice for the awesome and sometimes unbelievable sound effects. The group wouldn't be who they are without him.

Aside from being an amazing rendition of this song, it always astounds me that a 5-man group has the ability to sound like a 20-strong choir with instruments. They have taken the world of a capella to a new level. I also love your honest, knowledgeable and appropriately lighthearted reactions.

Chance held down the bass in this one! 🔥 Adam 🤯

Yes! Yes! Yes! ABSOLUTE PERFECTION! THEY DID THE DOG GONE THING! PHENOMENAL PERFORMANCE! Thank you so much, I've been looking forward to your reaction to this BEAUTIFUL song and you are amazing as always!

The difference of HF's version vs. all other versions before it is that it is distinctive by the arrangement they did. HF always stretches their performance by going outside the box and are not afraid to try different artistic approaches. For me they are fearless because they know they have the talent to achieve excellence in anything they do.

Simply stunning. Yep, no need to compare and be critical of this or any other a cappella group! They’re all going to be good IN THEIR OWN WAY. Love your channel, Drama! Keep smiling!

Home Free just does their thang and love it. The emphasis on I Am just fills my heart and soul. Adam's crazy percussion is perfect and just what we wanted even if we didn't know it

I think this is going on Mike's Christmas playlist !! It is such a great arrangement. They also emphazised I AM differently than almost ever other artist. That is called putting your mark on this one ! By the way he never got to solo but a lot of that bass was coming from the underrated & underappreciated Mr Adam Chance. He's gotten to be even a better bass since he's joined Home Free...I don't know for sure but maybe Tim has been working with him ??? anyways another "FIRE" reaction. and please do react to their collab with Texas Hill. It's awesome too. I don't know if it'll take you to church, but it'll get you dancing in the chair !

Their version hust blew me away. You are so right when you said it is FIRE! Love your reactions.

It takes a special group individuals to remain in the group for so long. They all are special, special... Usually taking a back seat to the others will start eating away and lead to a breakup. But not these guys, Adam does a solid back ground in this...loved it!

I'm SO glad you reacted to this "demanded" song by da Fries! :) It's also my favorite Christmas song. Home Free totally blew everything out of the water, from Adam's amazing beatboxing, and Chance's (Oh my goodness!!!) phenomenal bass, to the trio of soul-searing leads... I tear up most every time I hear this song, and tonight was no different. I love your reactions - you are awesome! Thank you for doing so many HF reactions for as long as you have! When a new HF video drops, I tool around KZread (for days, sometimes) looking for your reaction. :)

Home Free, Pentatonix and VoicePlay are three acapella groups that *never* disappoint and *always* give you more than you expected. Thanks to the person who suggested this.

Totally agree about the different groups. Each with their own take. Adam definitely added a different level and owned it. Tim's facial expressions mimic his words which I love. This is definitely on my Christmas playlist. Keep on with those shameless plugs. Peace & love

Glad to see you back in fine form! I've often wondered if people send Adam clips of off the wall sounds and dare him to replicate the sound and put it in a song somehow! This group of men took a fairly traditional Christmas song and took it to another level where all is shiny and new again. Yet they didn't lose the essence of the original. Thanks for another wonderful reaction! ❤

Yes, Adam is doing his thing with the beatboxing. Home Free vocals as always are outstanding along with the harmonies. Check out Home Free featuring Texas Hill--Go Tell It On the Mountain. It too is a version different then others have sang over the years. Great reaction.

I just love watching your face when you're really appreciating something! This really is a gorgeous version. I didn't think anyone could come close to the PTX version, but now I love them both. I'd love to see you react to Geoff Castellucci's new release of God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen!

Magnificent! I don’t expect less but they always surprise. Love your reaction. Thank you.

I agree that we don't have to pick one group over the other but for me Home Free is it. The beautiful lyrics of this song are sung so reverently in perfect harmony. My favorite for sure.

Thank You for your great reaction ☦️🥰. I was blown away also….just gave me chills & brought me to tears 😢☦️🥰‼️. Their creativity just gets better & Better 🥰‼️💥 God sure gave us a most wonderful gift with these Awesome guys voices 🥰‼️❤️🔥💥 They certainly touch our hearts.

I always enjoy your reactions to how Home Free puts their own spin on any song they do & you're right, this is so different that it's lava. Nuff said! Thank you for all your reactions.

I love their arrangement of this, it had a vibe and it still kept its deep meaning. So Beautiful! Yes, and Adam's beatboxing is amazing and it added to the positive in this.

I agree 100% they did a magnificent job. Loved your reaction the look on your face was priceless sir thank you so much for this. :)

I've been checking daily to see if you'd reacted to this! I always love your reactions, but this was even more exciting! 😍 If this were just Rob, Tim & Austin doing their beautiful parts🎶, this would be gorgeous😇, but with Chance doing bass & whatever else he was doing & Adam making sounds that aren't human, it's absolutely beyond incredible & for me, it blows the other versions out of the water! I've watched this probably 50 times watching all the shocked reactions to it since it came out & I could watch it 50 more! It's now my favorite Christmas song! 😇🎶🎄😊

This song and version is beyond molten hot. The arrangement and singing are pure and impressive. They toss out a wall of sound like no other but it does not run you over. And Adam...in my opinion...his best blend and beat to date. The old school R/B vibe is just awesome. Well done syd....

You are too funny. Love your reactions. If you want to stop and go back then, by all means, go ahead and do it. All the groups did a fantastic job of this song. I dont compare any of the groups when they do the same song. Look at all the great music we get to enjoy

LAVA!!! Oh DramaSydE, this was incredible! Your sound system is so good that I heard some more sounds that I didn’t hear with other reactors. Adam was AMAZING! I heard towards the end his little weird twang or something with the amazing drums and Chance’s growls…holy cow especially near the end with “I am”. But then near the beginning I heard his drums with what sounded like a guitar noise…I don’t even know…sheesh…it was amazing. And those harmonies….LOVE THIS!!! Great reaction Drama!

This is my favorite Christmas song as well. I think Adam came up with some new sounds for this one. Love what they did here.

Thank you so much for your glowing reaction! I have been waiting on you! I thought it was glorious, wonderful. heavenly!!! The melodies. Adam Rupp is a musical freak of nature! Praise GOD!!! Tim, Austin, Robb you blew me away! And Chance, you were your great self! I agree with you...FIRE! PRAISE GOD! JESUS IS LORD! THIS SONG HAS FINALLY PUT ME IN THE CHRISTMAS SPIRIT WHICH I HAVE SORELY BEEN LACKING! HOMEFREE, YOU HAVE JUST DONE THE BEST VERSION OF THIS SONG THAT I HAVE HEARD. THANK YOU GUYS AND THANK YOU DRAMASYDE!!!

Adam Chance did those really deep bass notes. YES! FIRE!!

Home Free doing what they do in a magical way. I always enjoy your reactions

Mark Lowry penned these lyrics. Such a sweet spirited person, and quite comical too. This is a great version.

Credit to Chance, for his stellar bass line. Impeckable. Credit to Tim, Rob and Austin, for theire vocals. Outstanding. Credit to Adam, his percussion is allways on point, not to much, not to little. Out off this world perfection.

Different doesn't mean bad. It just means different. Tempo, genre, range, all of it changes the nuances of the song without changing the song. The lyrics are the lyrics but how they're delivered differs between the Voctave, Pentatonix, and Home Free versions (the three I'm aware of). All of them are what I would consider 'exceptional' in their own way. Great reaction as always Michael. Take care all.

@WoobieHugs

2 жыл бұрын

Peter Hollens also did a version (that's very beautifully done as well).

Mark Lowry and Voctave are awesome. Right about not who's best but who contributes. Chance's bass brings such support to the richness of this sound!

This is vocal excellence. Mind Blown. They put some swag in this version.

Your reaction was worth my wait. This is a fantastic version. Your analysis was spot on!

How come every song these boys do is my favorite one ever done?!

I have been following your channel for several years. I remember you saying Christmas wasn't your favorite... a long time ago. The reactions on your face said so much. So meaningful to me. I loved Home Free's version. I felt every word and meaning.

Love the faces you make when you really like something. Also, you have beautiful eyes.

Thank you so much for a terrific reaction to Home Free rendition of this beautiful song. Appreciate your comments always on point. Thanks you again.

DSyde - you hit the nail on the head with this one - truly remarkable beat boxing by Mr Rupp which transported the song into the atmosphere...actually to the Moon!! The arrangement is (imho) Darren Rust's greatest achievement to date. The rich harmonies as only HF can blend like M-A-G-I-C... Just a masterpiece of musicality! Dude!!!! Don't people know it's a freakin' reaction channel? I look forward to your reactions every time... I've seen the vids already and what I want is YOUR reaction - no matter how many times you pause...You're also a funny guy which makes your channel a must see - and you also have a serious side about your reactions as well - F-A-C-T!! Keep up the great work my friend... Merry Christmas! RichieC (Atlanta)

It's just perfect! Home Free surprises us every time and I love it. This version has become my favorite now! 👍🥰

I just LOVE your Home Free reactions! Thank you!

Loved it. I love the lyrics, as well as their harmony/parts. Thx for all the great music/ reactions!

Adam does amazing work for sure. This is a phenomenal version of this song for sure. It so nice to see you back with Home Free. Truly enjoy watching your reaction.

Love love this version of Mary Did You Know

Thank you for sharing this magnificent song, It’s more than just a song…It’s THE STORY!

I always love your reactions to Home free! These men are so gifted by God! God bless!

I have missed your Home Free reactions!!

I whole heartedly agree! You don't have to choose one over another. You can appreciate each version for what they are even with their differences.

I got a nice compliment from Home Free when I said that they were number one of the 3 artists who had done this song

I've heard it like 5 times and still go back and you hear something different each time. Home Fry 4 life

There's no need to pick and choose. Every group has their specialties! This will always be my favorite version simply because of the tonal qualities balancing so well with each other - Tim and Austin blend beautifully, and Rob and Chance are silky smooth together. Adam doing his thing, keeping everything together... Certain types of voices hurt my eardrums, but HF's mix is perfect. For me, since every person has their own quirks and preferences. Absolutely loved how each progressive harmony had your eyes wide, especially the crescendo into 'the great I Am'! Thank you again, good sir, for allowing us to join you down the rabbit hole. Much love to you and yours!

You're right, you can love all the versions, and love them for their differences not throwing one out because it's different. Kind of like you do with your children. You love them all, and of course they're different. They're supposed to be.

Hahaha love to see your stank face and the many other forms 😀😂 and they deserve it…. 🔥 fire All three groups are equally creative!!! And fabulous

What an outstanding performance of this beautiful Christmas song! With their unique arrangement, Home Free gave it so much emotion, so much excitement, and yet so much tender reverence - all at the same time. Left me in awe of their talent once again!

The arrangement of this rendition of, Mary Did You Know, is remarkable! Thanks for sharing!

Your reaction was fabulous. I absolutely think this is by far the best version I've ever heard personally. Home Free is just amazing.

Such a lovely version, thank you for reacting to this one.

just a rolling wave of beautiful voices, worshipping the birth of Jesus but wondering what Mary was experiencing, realing, thinking and knowing when she held God's Son!!!

Such a beautiful piece of music loved every bit thank you for your reaction

I love your reactions! I love that you like what you like, you do what you want, and you don't give a flying f**k what others think. Keep doing what you do!

The current Acapella groups are just fire and all equally talented with their crafts!! Totally amazes me all the time!! Thank You!!💜

Oh how I have missed you. This is absolutely mesmerizing. I swear there were places I forgot to breathe. 🔥❤️

I always enjoy your reactions (LOVE that grin), you did have quite the conundrum! Loved this version of the song... The line with the 'great I AM' was a gift.... so amazing! Thank you for your reactions!

Loved your reaction, all the guys are great as usual; but Adam's beatboxing is WOW!

Listen all the way through, and then go back and listen to pieces…. Thank you so much for letting it play through. It was a joy to watch your face through this!

So glad I waited until your reaction to hear this one (of course gonna go hear it some more now)! Ps i like the new colors in your space!

C-Lo Green did a monsterous version of this song!!!

Tough guy to a puddle in just a few short minutes... you are a man after my own heart!

This is a spectacular version. So emotional. Side bar: your eyes are magical mirrors to your soul.

I hear you, different styles, different focus for harmonies, and each is perfect for what ever mood you find yourself. Match the song to the setting, the music, the lyrics are universally transcendent in message to suit the style. This song is also my favorite in its many iterations because it is a masterpiece to its core. It also seems that anyone who attempts to record this, does so with a deep respect for its unique value. Beautiful. Thank you, it is good to see someone enjoy a cherished song as much as I do.

Your reactions are some of my favorites for sure. I absolutely agree with everything you just said, they did it perfectly their own way and made another masterpiece. Love it!

@DramaSydETV

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!!

My absolute favorite Christmas song ❤️ Great reaction Michael.

Tis a magnificent version, and trying to listen to all the different parts IS a conundrum. But that is ok, just means we get to rewind it over and over to hear all separateparts before we listen to it in full. I always LOVE your reactions, the faces you make and your smile!!

Wasn't this wonderful? These guys never fail to impress.

Absolutely Beautiful. I love your reaction

Thanks for your passion and sharing. I agree with your analysis. Love it!

They are amazing. Beautiful harmony and solos, and gearbox, and reviewer. Really like your style.

They've also just released the song Go tell it on the Mountain. With the Texas hill band. If you get the chance you should check it out. P.S. This was AWESOME!!!!!

I know you don't, as a whole, like Christmas music but this cannot be ignored they put this into a category by itself. They are getting better every release the do

Fantastic reaction! I loved the unique sound Adam was producing at about 4:44, 5:23, 5:40 and several times toward the end...sounded, to me, like a baby suckling.? Beautiful version. 👍❤

I know you will listen to this every Christmas

Excellent review!! Couldn’t agree more! It has become my number one version and I didn’t think that was possible as well! Thank you and I hope you have a wonderful week! 🤗💜

As always the boys, and you were great again.

I’ve got a new favorite version of this song now. This just bumped Peter hollens down to number 2. He sings it in a church harmonizing with himself. Third would be penta whatever their name is.

Goosebumps head to toe! Love these guys!

Tim seems to talk straight to your heart

Mark Lowry, that wrote this song, does the most touching version of this song to me.

Love this arrangement, great reaction once again!

CHILLS wash all over me listening to them sing this song 💥Every time I play it 💥💥❤️ from ky

Blessed by this one . Shouldn't be difficult . And wasn't .

A great reaction to a fantastic version.

HONEY, WE DON’T MIND IF YOU DON’T STOP. LISTEN TO IT ALL THE WAY AND WE CAN TALK ABOUT AFTER.

Oh my gosh I loved your reaction! I was right there with you! Lol. They are just spectacular all the time! ..And that ADAM!!!

I am soooooo glad you are back. They do have their own genus.