James Blunt's father (Colonel Charles Blunt) was dying of stage 4 kidney failure and they were not finding a donor. James (who also served in the military as a Captain) wrote this as a goodbye. The "I'm not your son, you're not my father" part was something he and his Dad would say to each other whenever they had to deploy. (think British Military / stiff upper lip mindset) BTW... James Blunt donated the proceeds from this to "Hope for Heros" a veteran's charity. Because of this song, a distant relative of theirs got tested and turned out to be as match for Charles Blunt and he is alive and well now. LOVED the reaction! 🎶🔥💖😎

@2eleven48

Жыл бұрын

It's actually Blount. James changed it to Blunt.

@BLTwithMayo1

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the explanation as the lyrics didn't make sense to me but you've given me total clarity now. I wish I had read his story before but I will now.

@Budini67

Жыл бұрын

@@BLTwithMayo1 I have to agree with you tho... the last name Blunt and a song with 4:20 is just too funny to be a coincidence!! 🤣😁

@januzzell8631

Жыл бұрын

If I remember - his Dad (who is in this video) was the only one NOT crying - James and the crew were in pieces by the end - while his Dad kept wryly saying, 'I've not gone yet' or something similar - Beautiful song - tears every time I hear it

@BanditQ

Жыл бұрын

Love your reaction. I’ve seen others. You are the most authentic reaction of them all. First seeing by our channel btw. No matter who you are, your background, you musical taste, this song will hit you.

Thank you, you made me aware of this song. My father died at the beginning of the war defending Kyiv, it broke my heart, but now it's my turn to chase the monsters away

@MrBenj0219

8 ай бұрын

RIP

@MA-qf5gq

7 ай бұрын

free palestine!

@Jenkkimie

5 ай бұрын

My deepest condolences! Slava Ukraini!

@jmagana166

2 ай бұрын

@@MA-qf5gqFree them from what, the rule of law or…

Thanks for not interrupting the video. Thank you "tough guys" for sharing your emotions. And finally, thanks for listening and watching James Blunt! THANKS

Haha when Mat said: I expected Piano I was like : I expect tears 😂

@MatandChelsReact

Жыл бұрын

😂

Look up the story behind why James Blunt wrote this song. I think you will appreciate his tears more. The two of you were genuine. Thanks for being real.

My dad died in February this year and.. yeah.. this song is literally a hammer blow men.. we were very close and we weren't the type to say I love you to each other but we both knew that one was the most important person for the other.. it's always when they're gone that we say I love you.. by ego or by nature (yeah..we the men, are like that in general) Rest in Peace Dad, I love you. Take care guys.

@cfcdave1976

11 ай бұрын

So sorry about your dad buddy ❤

@andrewwiggins7763

11 ай бұрын

So for your lost... Hope you doing well

@skidipap8750

7 ай бұрын

same i only once have said "i love you", i dont know if its funny or sad, but it was on accident, i usualy frequently said to my mom i love you, i got so comfortable around dad one moment that it just slipped automatically. We are not so open to emotions, to say i love you, but same as you we also know that we do, and that is the most important thing. Though, its still important to say it, you might miss the chanse to do so.

@streamru2661

Ай бұрын

@@skidipap8750 я так и не успел ( я каждый раз плачу что так и не сказал отцу что люблю его

This song got everyone who listened. If you didn't cry, you don't have a soul.

James Blunt is a beautiful singer . Hope to hear more . thank you for this honest review 👍

James dad was actually dying from kidney disease & this was his tribute & farewell to his dad. Thankfully his dad received a donor kidney & is doing okay now. This is his real Dad in the video

What a heartfelt reaction from you both. This song gets everyone, it’s so incredibly powerful.

I love when metal reactors are willing to branch out into other genres!

I’m 33, I haven’t seen my father in 8 years, barely knew him growing up. Him and my mom weren’t married and I’ve had a lot of animosity towards him. This song though, at least helped me feel at peace knowing that even though I’ll never be close to him, I forgive him.

Background. James Blunt's father Charles, himself a kidney donor, was diagnosed with stage four chronic kidney disease. Blunt wrote "Monsters" to "express his feelings about his father and his illness, almost as if it's a touching farewell to his father"....the studio also wanted to do retakes because he was legit crying and he told them to stick it

There's this thing that some reactors do where they pause the end ever so slightly too early and miss one of the most powerful moments (for me anyway). His dad reaches over and pats his arm so tenderly. As someone who never knew their father it's always a great finisher for me. Caps it off wonderfully.

GREAT VIDEO! AUTHENTIC reactions with no interruptions (pausing of video). You guys did AWESOME!!! ❤❤❤ TY!!

watch the end bit again. His dad pats his arm at the end. That was done in one take, no filters nothing. Everyone behind the camera was crying but his dad.

People bag James Blunt as a commercial gimp... the guy is literally a military hero like his old man that would kick your ass on the field of combat. A true legend and the nicest guy in the music industry. X

😢 your not human if this song doesn't affect you, guys you made me cry again 😢 ❤

Beautiful reaction Mat and Chels. This song always brings me to tears, James is a phenomenal vocalist. 🙏❤

Thank you for your vulnerability sharing your story. Love watching the two of you and how genuine you are 😊❤

I have watched A LOT of reaction videos to this song, but this is definitely the most real reaction I have seen. This song can bring tears to my eyes nearly everytime I see the video, but when I saw the tears start running down Chel's face, it was really hard to hold mine back. I actually cried more at the end of your reaction listening to your reflection on the song and hearing why this song touched you both (especially Mat), than I did while the music video was playing. Thank you both for being so open and transparent. Honesty like that is what earns you more loyal viewers. Keep up the good work. :)

I absolutely love the role reversal in this song.

I am sorry you two had it so rough when you were kids. I could feel your pain. It takes guts to share, and you showed it. I hope you see better days to come.

Powerful reaction guys. Love your honesty. losing a parent is the hardest thing I"ve ever gone through.

This reaction is as real as this song. True and expressive. Thank you for opening up. Truly one of the best reaction to this song.

As James has shown it’s ok to cry. Go give your dad a big hug ❤

Other sad songs of James written about his time in the military are 'Carry you Home' and 'No Bravery' which are excellent 👌 A more uplifting song 'The greatest' His best and most heartfelt albums are his 1st Back to Bedlam and more recent Once Upon A Mind.

@jackwhitbread4583

Жыл бұрын

Bravery hits especially hard, it's just a genius piece of music .

@SnKKS

Жыл бұрын

@@jackwhitbread4583 100% agree

You teared up. Natural reaction. I'm a grown man and this song tears me up.

@MatandChelsReact

Ай бұрын

It’s a tearjerker!

This is one of the most emotional songs I listened to and it hit home with me. I lost my dad when I was 5 and I remember saying goodbye to him as he passed. I remember he would always look under the bed for the monster etc. To this day 55 yrs later I remember his death affected me terribly and started my depression that I deal with to this day, I remember him being a very caring father and loving too. I miss him to this day and I am glad James Blunt's father survived, it's hard losing a parent at any age.

To all much loved fathers ... RIP Rene van Brussel.

Forgot say what a lovely reaction you guys. Millions of people around the world feel exactly the same as you both. 🙋‍♂❤

incredible song! still got my dad but for some reasons I can't tell him what I wish I could.

At the time, his dad was dying. It was his tribute to his dad. Family can be so hard. We all walk with invisible scars and that’s what makes us amazing.

Bless you both. So sorry for your pain. Sometimes we have to go through the pain to get to the healing. Great reaction thank you for sharing your time and your thoughts. Peace ✌ New sub from Ohio

No matters what kind of music u listen.. This is one of the most powerful songs ..

Dad passed away last night, I didn't get the chance to be with him by his side😞😢

Big hug for you, Mat! ❤️

This was the first reaction that I saw of you too. I’m really glad it was because it shows how human you are, and bleed just like the rest of us. I definitely subscribed and will check out your other reaction.

Both Blunt and his father served in the military and when James's was sent to Kosovo it has been reported that when his father said goodbye, his dad said, "you are not my son and I am not your father, we are just two grown men saying goodbye ".

love the stories you shared at the end

He loved that grand baby ...Dallas he loved them all and I miss him so much he was my best friend in the entire world...

My mother and father left me at 8 months old for my grandmother to raise me. I only started having a relationship with my father w few years ago. Lifes too short to hold grudges. You dont wanna look back when they are gone wnd regret anything.

Thank you for one of the most honest reactions & openness to this song. 👏🏻👏🏻👍👍🇬🇧

Pure reaction ❤

Well done guys that was a great honest reaction and amazing on not hitting the pause button 👏👏

I don’t know how he is today, but his dad fortunatly survived his serious illness. But it is helpful to remember that one day we lose our parents and try to keep in contact - if possible.

Thank you for being so vulnerable and strong you guys are amazing friends and so strong

Thank you both from an old Dad in Montana….Your Welcome anytime….Thank You again…!

James sister wrote the poem, James made it into this powerful, emotional song ❤

What a beautiful reaction 🤗🫶

Beautiful hearts you both have! Thank you for such an honest reaction.

I was kind of robbed of saying goodbye to my dad. I was stationed in Virginia when he went to the hospital. My car was not running because I was doing a valve job on it. Two of my brothers came to get me. By the time we got to Baltimore my dad had passed away 15 minutes before.

Out of all the reaction channels, you guys are my favorite. Just the genuine, real reactions from both of you just makes people feel like theyre not alone. I mean thats why we watch reactions in the first place right? To see if other people feel the way that we do about songs, videos, movies. You guys are the best people, and the most relatable. You chase our monsters away

Thank you for a heartwarming reaction! 🥰

Greatreaction guys. Loved it.

You made me cry more for telling your side 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾

The amount of songs james has made is longer than his name,A very popular song writer around the world.The tears were real in his video,that's the bond they both had for each other.

🇬🇧 Norfolk ,two great ex soldiers from my home county met them both 😊one second more at the end you would have seen his dad tap him on the arm ,hits you!

Great reaction from you both ❤

Beautiful heartfelt, wholesome reaction. James is great at drawing you in (Raw) Much love and respect from The UK

This was beautiful. Not just the song. You 2 made it special. Thank you

hi guys this song monsters started of as a poem from james sister to her dad and james turned it into a song all the proceeds went to the charity

My dad died when I was 4; that was seventy years ago and I still miss him and this song is a gut punch to everyone who hears it. Whether they're gone or not; whether you had time to forgive, forget, say goodbye or not; we all know this time comes for our relationships. I'm thinking about how to say goodbye to my grandchildren because it's not today but it's not never. "My turn" - the song acknowledges how at the end the role of child and parent reverses. It's our turn to become our parents' caretakers. Music is supposed to make you feel and this song achieves that end.

Omg guys just found your channel...you guys are amazing..your reaction hit me hard ❤ ..

you have to go and see him perform. We were lucky enough to be on the front row last year. You can feel the emotion, you can feel the relationships with the different people he has met - from his time in the military to his Dad. Extraordinary. .

Great reaction, you two are great, thank you

@MatandChelsReact

9 ай бұрын

Thank you too!

It’s ok to cry. Great reaction.

I've never seen you so seriously before. Send you hugs.

Excellent reaction guys 🫶

Most go into this song thinking its Halloweenesk . It shows in the reactions each one has. Bless your heart. Hope all is better.

Life is death. Doesn’t make it easier. Miss you dad ❤

Love u guys ❤

Hello from Australia, this song gets me everytime 😢. Thanks for the true and honest reaction. Both of you are amazing people and thankyou for telling your stories, that took courage and respect to you both. It's my first time to your channel, but I'm now here to stay 😊. I'm not sure if you take suggestions from the comments, if you do, I suggest an Aussie legend, John Farnham. Anything from his concert with the Melbourne symphony orchestra is overly amazing. I would start with, - ACDC cover, it's a long way to the top. - playing to win - your the voice. - Beatles cover, help.

Beautiful song...make me crying

No Bravery is another great song by James Blunt, about his time in the army.

It really hurts my heart ❤ beautiful,heartbreaking song

First time seeing you guys. Good reaction :)

Lovely and thoughtful reaction.

My son is afraid to visit me as my health is starting to decline. What I really want, before I go, is a hug from my son & grandson. I just had to accept it & go on. This song hits a lot of people's hearts.

Their family name is Blount. But, the name of the long lost Cousin was Charles Blount, the same as his father. After this video was finished all the crew were in tears & sobbing. Charles said what is this all about, I'm still here. Hahaha

This song hits so HARD!

Love to you both!❤ James Blunt.... that guy, he brings us to our thoughts! Phew. Whether we wanted to or not! Beautiful singer 🥰 thank you for sharing! :)

I really like your true emotional reaction!

This song is new to me because of the AI audition. But those lyrics alone get me. Mother and mother or son and son. Wow. It hits me everytime. One of my favorites

What a Great reaction, i Love you bouth. ❤❤🙋🏼‍♂️🇺🇸🇩🇪

ahhh, I love this reaction, thanks you two. I love how you guys don't shy away from your vulnerability(not that you have to, but you did it anyway, so, very appreciated), the silence from your choking up speaks volume. it's just human being human, that's why we collectively connect on a emotional level, and it is really reassuring and humanizing, that's why I love watching reactions.

I'll make it short and sweet... first timer... Loved it... Mat... call your dad...make the future you want and deserve... its never to late man... be blessed!

This song gets me because I lost my husband young, left with 4 sons and 1 daughter, who were ages 6 to 23 yrs old when he died.

Beautiful reaction

@MatandChelsReact

Жыл бұрын

Thank you

The way i translate the " I'm not your son, you're not my father, we're just two grown men saying goodbye" is that its a lot easier to say goodbye forever to a stranger than it is to say it to your father so thinking of it in this way it makes it easier to cope with

I very nearly lost my dad to a car accident 25 years ago I was only 11 years old at the time, he, my mother and I were all changed by that moment, I am lucky that he is 70 years old and still in my life, this song hits me so hard.

It’s my turn to chase the monsters away. Eugh beautiful lyrics

Did you know before James sang he was a guard at the palace of Queen

@MatandChelsReact

Жыл бұрын

WHAT?! 🤯🤯

@user-xt3gm6sv7d

Жыл бұрын

@@MatandChelsReact yes he was one of the those guards

Funny how moods can change!

Thank you for being genuine and expressing your emotions as are the whole point of reactions are meant to be. Your raw authenticity (rather than fake "here's how I'm supposed to act BS") was very welcome and appreciated. This is one tough song but meaningful.

If you want a real cry try James Blunt carry you home

Your reactions were beautiful! I am a new fan. This song hits men particularly hard, I think.I last saw my dad 44 years ago when I was 16...and just a handful of times before that. His choice...still hurts.

Ok, to be honest I have never heard of this song though. And the first time I found out was when Cakra Khan covered it. He sings it is also dedicated to his deceased father. Thanks to James Blunt for making such a great song. Thanks for the reaction, and for reading my comments.

Thans for sharing

the power of the patreons, this fellow had to watch something he was not keen I think,... boy oh boy James came down like a ton of bricks and smacked him hard on the face,.. he teared up didn't he,...