Guys, just a little background. James and his father were both officers in the British military. This was recorded as you see it. It was the first time James had actually sung this to his dad. His recording company wanted him to use 'Auto-Tune' but he refused because he wanted it to be real and full of genuine emotions because at the time, he thought his father was about die from Stage 4 kidney cancer, so you can understand his voice wavering a little towards the end. Honestly, I have no idea how he managed to get this done, but what a wonderful job he made of it. Great reactions you guys. Same as everyone else who watches this video for the first time!

@kathleenkarsten5739

2 жыл бұрын

So beautiful. I had no idea. Thank you so much for sharing this powerful story of love. ❤️

@frapestyle

2 жыл бұрын

@@kathleenkarsten5739 They found a donor and apparently his dad is doing well now.

@jllucas39

2 жыл бұрын

🤧

@rhcerce

2 жыл бұрын

I also thank you

@allycatspreparedlife5313

2 жыл бұрын

His dad received a kidney transplant and is doing well.

Your Grandpa and your Dad would be so proud of how loving and caring you both are.✌❤

@cherylhaynes3960

2 жыл бұрын

They are absolutely wonderful.

@Nicoletta13

2 жыл бұрын

Amen 💯💯💯🙏

@TracyfromNC

2 жыл бұрын

Stop...take a break.. have that baby...lovely people that you are.

@TracyfromNC

2 жыл бұрын

It's ok...I cry too.

@TracyfromNC

2 жыл бұрын

Left for dad for 15 minutes...he passed..the docs told me they do thst...when family is gone. It's ok J. Tough for many of us.

As an older man, I want to jump through the screen and hug both of you.

This was written by James after his father was told it was highly unlikely that he would get the life-saving transplant he desperately needed. The good news is that only a few weeks after the song and video (yes that is James' dad) was released a donor was found and thankfully a couple of years on, his Dad is still alive. I love the song but for me, the fact that his dad witnessed the love and emotion from his son is beautiful. My dad died suddenly and I wish I'd been able to tell him just how wonderful he was to me and my children in such a lovely way. 😍

@DAS1962

Жыл бұрын

Yes James wrote it, but his sister actually wrote a poem about their father and that is the basis of the lyrics

@agf1700

Жыл бұрын

I spent my beloved Dad’s last night with him in the Hospital. I sat by his bed all night and though he was not responding, I told him all the things I’d wanted to say…that he had been a wonderful Dad. That we his children were so proud of him. That we had always known we were loved.

@melvinsmiley5295

11 ай бұрын

@@DAS1962 a really talented family

@melvinsmiley5295

11 ай бұрын

@@agf1700 he heard every word…

@agf1700

11 ай бұрын

@@melvinsmiley5295 I think he did. It’s been over 2 decades and we all still miss him. We still talk about him, the things he used to say and do. All his funny sayings. Life was never boring around him and our darling Mother was the perfect foil for his big personality.

So glad you reacted to this song. James, father who is in the video with him also was diagnosed with cancer and was going to pass away, this is why James wrote this song as a goodbye to his father while he was here to hear it instead of waiting until he was gone. Later though they found a donor and he is fine now.

@chevetteman17

2 жыл бұрын

It was actually kidney disease his father was diagnosed with and got a transplant from a family member that went well but I have heard that his dad may not be doing well again since the transplant.

@zionedenniobe

2 жыл бұрын

@@chevetteman17 okay I didn't remember I thought it was Cancer. I stand corrected.

@erickyoung8331

2 жыл бұрын

@@zionedenniobe Could be both. My wife had kidney cancer so they had to remove it. If she has any issues she will need a transplant.

@chevetteman17

2 жыл бұрын

@@zionedenniobe sorry I hope I didn’t come off rude or mean. I just remember an interview that can be found on KZread with him talking about it. Take care.

@zionedenniobe

2 жыл бұрын

@@chevetteman17 No, you didn't it's fine. I'm okay I'll live 😀.

Both James and his dad are ex military guys but when they filmed this, they hadn't found a donor for his terminal illness and James and filming crew were bawling. Everyone cried except the old man who scolded them saying " stop, I am not dead YET" Legend!!! Lol I am so glad they found a donor after this song was out and he is stable now. 🙏 I miss my dad so much RIP.💔

@andyjordan8256

2 жыл бұрын

James fought in Bosnia in The House Hold Cavalry, Blues and Royals. His Father is Charlie Blount who was an Army pilot in the Army Air Corps.

@WelshAmethystGirl087

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for that I was curious, you can tell its an emotional song for James as he is crying most of the way through it

@glendrennan1458

2 жыл бұрын

@@andyjordan8256 he was lifeguards ,household cavalry !!

@alexandermarquardt597

2 жыл бұрын

I have no problem, and I mean NO PROBLEM, believing both parts: not a dry eye in the room except for an old soldier giving them shit. Thx for sharing this.

@glendrennan1458

2 жыл бұрын

@@alexandermarquardt597 who is giving them shit ???

My father died of cirrhosis in 2000 after a lifetime of alcohol abuse. I stayed mad at him for decades after his death. I first heard this song on an offshore drilling rig and immediately lost it. This song made me understand that my anger was only harming me. I immediately forgave him and let go of that useless anger. Thank you Mr. Blunt

@BigSplenda1885

3 ай бұрын

Man this must've hit u real hard with the lyrics

@marcieharreld286

3 ай бұрын

My son lost his battle with alcohol in 2021 and I absolutely agree with you!! You have to let go of the anger and forgive them. I still have days when I get mad at him....especially seeing my grandsons growing up without him. But I did everything I could. Love and prayers to you!!💜💜🙏🙏

@tonyagingerich9769

28 күн бұрын

i’m so thankful you found peace 🙏🙏

@gypsyw

10 күн бұрын

No need to forgive, no need to forget. I know your mistakes and you know mine. That hit me too. It's sad you didn't get the chance but am glad you've finally found your peace.

Lost my dad when I was 12. 60 now and it still hurts. You two are beautiful.

@shivag73

9 ай бұрын

It is so hard. We never feel that pain less, we just get more used to having the pain. After 29 years I still miss her every day. The hardest are the big moments, my wedding, the birth of my our children and then grandchildren. I know she's up there watching over my son waiting for me.

@philipem1000

6 ай бұрын

I was four; it was seventy years ago. This song speaks to everyone. I'm thinking of how I will say goodby to my grandchildren because that day isn't here but it isn't all that far from now either.

@boyfmbalcatta

3 ай бұрын

I never knew my biological father, illness and other. I therefore empathise with you strongly.

When he sang, "its my turn to chase the monsters away," I started bawling like a baby. Dear god what a song. My first time hearing it too.

@PoubelleKansas

Жыл бұрын

Me, too....I sobbed like crazy. I heard this song the first time, quite by accident, a week before I delivered the principal eulogy at my father's memorial service.

@dennisyoung9500

Жыл бұрын

thanks so much . . . you guys are great! love you so much! life is tough don't give up All my love to you and yours . . . . Still hanging on . . . Love always . . .

@tombanaski3251

Жыл бұрын

This song gets me every time. I was really close to my dad since my mom passed 19 years before my dad, so during those 19 years we became really close. Sadly my dad passed in his sleep, alone, but peacefully as far as I can guess. My greatest regret is not being there when my dad passed, but he died knowing he was loved by me and my bride.

@gooner_duke2756

Жыл бұрын

such a beautiful and meaningful song.

This is definitely not the only James Blunt song that would make you cry…

@87ventus

2 жыл бұрын

I posted that's true . The song CRY makes me cry✌️

@firstinthedance

8 ай бұрын

He is great with the tearjerkers - No Tears, No Bravery, Carry You Home, Goodbye My Lover, and If Time is All I Have are some of my favorites. But he also has some very enjoyable upbeat songs like The Truth, Ok, and Satellites.

@deboradiaz9986

7 ай бұрын

You are so right

Please don’t ever apologize for having an emotional reaction to a song. Sometimes music is painful and cathartic, and that’s okay. I’m so glad you two have each other and your family to lean on and be vulnerable with. 💜

@laurin4405

9 ай бұрын

Indeed

very difficult but beautiful song. losing our parents is one of the hardest things in life. I am 65 yrs old and I still feel like an orphan. I lost my dad in 1999 and it is still very tough some days. Love, hugs and prayers to you both and all those missing their parent or parents.

@mightymegan111

Жыл бұрын

Yes that's his dad, at the time his dad had stage 4 kidney failure with no sign of a donor. So it was his good-bye song. His father has since found a donor and is doing okay.

"You're Beautiful" is the next one to listen to by James Blunt,.. I love it. (His voice is beautiful)

@casaundrajones2446

2 жыл бұрын

Yes! Love that song! Such a beautiful song! ❤️

@amandaburkhalter36

2 жыл бұрын

I love that song! Great comment, very true!

@gavinjohnson7725

2 жыл бұрын

It's true! 😉

@chrisbayliss3532

2 жыл бұрын

1973 is also a fave of mine .

@KreaShore

2 жыл бұрын

They need to hear this lovely song...

James has said that everyone in the studio was crying during this recording, only his father was calm saying "Why is everyone crying? I'm stilll here."

@jarmolehtonen9777

2 жыл бұрын

😊😊

@toker6664

2 жыл бұрын

How self centered his dad is

@christinestromberg4057

2 жыл бұрын

@@toker6664 I doubt that. Perhaps you are misreading the situation. It's called stoicism.

@toker6664

2 жыл бұрын

@@christinestromberg4057 everyone feeling in their emotions but he's like I'm good acting like he's the reasons everyone is feeling emotional.

@christinestromberg4057

2 жыл бұрын

@@toker6664 Not too sure what you're saying there but as a military man I'm sure he was saying, you can cry when I've gone, but I'm still here. And of course he was the reason they were all emotional.

No one can sing the emotion in a song like James Blunt. He's got a great catalogue of music and somehow people in the industry underestimate him.

For the hardest track you've listened to, you can both hold your heads up high & stand tall knowing that your grandfather & your father would be so proud of the people they have blessed the world with. Thank you for sharing such a deep part of yourselves with us.

Oh wow I've never heard this before and I'm sitting here crying like a baby. What a sad and beautiful song 😭😭😭

@mariannh1039

2 жыл бұрын

Me too

@snoopygonewilder

2 жыл бұрын

Me neither. I'm sitting in my room at midnight, crying my eyes out.

@Dornie51

2 жыл бұрын

@@mariannh1039 💖

@Dornie51

2 жыл бұрын

@@snoopygonewilder 💖

@rob4121

2 жыл бұрын

Same ...

I read the story behind this beautiful song. That was his dad and was diagnosed with kidney cancer I think 2017. HE was given only a few months to live but I think it was a distant cousin that gave him a kidney. The last I heard about him, he was doing fine. The song was recorded only a few days after he was diagnosed. Love your reaction to this song and don't apologize for shedding tears for a loved one. Lost my dad when I was 13 and I'm now 74 and still miss him. Love you guys!

@angelashepherd4429

Ай бұрын

His father is still with us.

The line “m not your father, your not my son, we’re just two grown men saying goodby” is what. James’s father said to him when James went off to war. He put that line in the song and it rips me every single time.

Never apologize for showing emotion. It is one of the reasons why we love music, for how it makes us feel our humanity. This song will break anyone with a heart. James' voice is haunting and perfect for this song. You both are amazing, love your reactions!! Keep up the great work.

Every song this guy sings will break your heart. He has such an angelic delivery with the words he sings. Blessings to both of you and your beautiful hearts and memories...

@allensaunders449

2 жыл бұрын

This song and vid are the most emotional

Heard this song a hundred times, never shed a tear. I watched your heart break with this reaction, and before i knew what was happening I had tears running down my cheek.. Must have been the onion I chopped up earlier.

@itsmedino

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, thinking I was chopping up the same onion

New father to a boy here. He's about to be 18 months old. He is my damn world. My father currently has cancer. I am so happy for you guys. Congratulations, and may your family be blessed.

@TheBlaert

24 күн бұрын

Hope your dad gets better my friend. Blessings to you

It’s 4:00am and I’m an emotional wreck over this. I lost my dad to cancer last October and on my side of the family he was all I had & my hero who sacrificed so much for me. Taking care of him at home on hospice for 4 months and as exhausting and heartbreaking as it was I wouldn’t change that time for anything. ❤

Amber & J, you both get an A+ from me. This is why I continue to watch your channel. You both are so genuine in your responses. What lovely human beings you seem to be. Much love.

I lost my Dad in 2011, he was my everything and I never wanted to see him pass, I had hoped I'd go before him. Any way I was there as he was passing, holding his hand reminiscing (I know he heard me) rubbing his forehead. My sister and my dad's wife just sat there not touching or loving him at all. It was all me, but I never said goodbye, I just told him to say hello to those other precious people we lost and I'd see him again and be waiting there to hold my hand. Never heard this song but it is beautiful 💕💕💕

Lost my dad February 2022 to COVID. I’ve never heard this song until seeing this video. Tears are falling - what a beautiful tribute to all our fathers. I miss you dad. Thank you for posting this and showing your true emotions with the rest of us.

I can't believe how much I cried watching this with you two. James Blunt just has such honest emotions and they hit home so hard. Thank you for suffering with us (in a wonderful way) through this. I have lost a number of people very important to me. This song unlocks your heart in a way not many can. Amber and Jay - you are such wonderful people. I just want you to know that.

I don’t know why I keep watching reactions to this song. I’m bawl every single time!! There’s a small thing at the end (just before you stopped it, most people miss it) when his father pats his arm as a way of still trying to comfort him, even when the song is about the son trying to comfort his father. We are always sons and daughters no matter what. That bit totally finishes me off. Great reaction, I know the pain.

@susanmccain5060

2 жыл бұрын

Yes! I noticed it too. Such a natural, loving gesture from James’ Dad. ❤️

@kimbunchalastnames5357

2 жыл бұрын

omg, i've been doing the same thing -- almost exactly the same thing, crying with each one, and watching to the very end, wondering if they're going to see that pat on his arm, so sweet.

@UnrealTournament420

2 жыл бұрын

same!

I loved James Blunt when he first hit the scene & I never heard this one. Hope you’ll listen to his first hit “You’re Beautiful” sometime. My heart goes out to you both having lost your dads so young. Sending you lots of hugs! ❤️

I grew up without a father but I loved my father in law, i had to watch him waste away to Cancer and i cannot hear this song without crying, I'm 41. Don't ever be afraid to cry, it doesn't make you less of a man.

I feel privileged that you both trust me and your other subscribers to bare your souls and emotions to us ! You both have beautiful hearts 💕 !

No reason to apologize. Your reactions to this song is truly what this song deserves. Also, it takes more courage to cry in front of people then it does to cry alone. 🙂👍

@handsome-brute2666

2 жыл бұрын

A good 😢 cry

This reaction was incredible. What you both shared with us just makes you even more wonderful.

As if this song is not hard enough to listen to, but we can all relate to it some way or another. You guys are so sincere and it was a beautiful reaction, thank you both ❤

James is such a gifted songwriter,this is heartbreaking but let’s not forget he is the undefeated king of Twitter….love him ❤

Your son will be so blessed having you as his father. It won’t be easy at times but there are few things in this world more important than raising and loving your children.

James needs more reacts. He’s a brilliant songwriter and singer. He sings all his songs from the heart He has a great sense of humour and treats his success with the same humour. Lovely man Truly great reaction. Your best yet

You never have to apologize for the pure reaction to a song that touches everyone who has lost someone.

I never heard this song before and now hearing it....wow really got to me. I'm 50 and my dad's health is not doing well, and this really made me realize I need to take better care of him for the days he has left. Thank you both for sharing.

I love James Blunt. Such an emotional song. Don’t apologize to us. You’re human with a soft heart. Most of us are probably crying with you. I am.

Don’t ever apologize for crying. It’s good to feel so much love from a song. It makes you feel better.

We are in California. Whenever I get to Oklahoma, my wife Jane and myself are going to call you guys up and take the family out for a wonderful meal. You have so enrich my life as I watch your wonderful reactions and completely internalize the humanity of you two. Sometimes your spirits leave me breathless. You are truly to absolutely self-actualized individuals. I respect you so much!

My brother Jordan, I wish I was there to take you in my arms and hug you. I too was raised without a father. But I have a good imagination, and this song tore me up. I cried for a week off-and-on. I’m 72 years old, I have always wanted my father. And I always well.

Wow, I'd never heard this song before. Couldn't even make it past the 1 verse before I was tearing up. Blubbering like a baby by midway. 😭 Never apologize for crying or being emotional in a reaction, it shows you're human ♥

@xzonia1

Жыл бұрын

Same 😭 and agreed ❤💙

@dennisyoung9500

Жыл бұрын

love you so much! funny, isn't it, i've written several books but have little to say.... love you so much

@lynnhalderson7384

Жыл бұрын

Oh, same for me! What a song!

@hdl7282

Жыл бұрын

Those dang onions....this song makes me remember my dad so much. Every word of this song resonates with me.

@2eleven48

10 ай бұрын

@@dennisyoung9500 ...Published, I assume. And why mention this?

Genuine folks bearing their souls to a very worthwhile piece of art. Perfect. 🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼

Best reaction yet guys!! Being genuine is never something to apologize for. Thank you both for sharing your experiences w/ us. Please take care!

Aww, I love you both. You both have so much compassion, I cried so hard the first time I heard this. My Father died several months ago and my Husband’s dad died on June 6th. They both died from Alzheimer’s and it’s a cruel disease. Love you both. ❤️🕊

@markponn9622

Жыл бұрын

Yes it is cruel. My mom passed away from Alzheimers in 1995 at 54. Miss her everyday. My condolences.

You have to wonder what they put in the water over in the UK. The talent that has come out of there is ridiculous. Kudos to both of you for spreading the net wide. Art is a reflection of humanity and it is just as valid and necessary to express sadness as happiness.

@greghicks5960

2 жыл бұрын

Man, I agree. Just think...in about a seven year window the UK produced The Beatles, The Stones, The Who, Pink Floyd and Led Zep. Nothing like that will ever happen again.

@michaelhawkins7389

2 жыл бұрын

@@greghicks5960 also DEF LEPPARD who are also from England , MotorHead also and many more

@gregorymoore2877

2 жыл бұрын

@@michaelhawkins7389 Also Badfinger

@michaelhawkins7389

2 жыл бұрын

@@gregorymoore2877 Badfinger?

@happybunny8704

2 жыл бұрын

Don’t forget Adele, Rod Stewart Elton John George Michael

His dad had stage 4 kidney failure when James wrote this and a donor couldn't be found. After the video was released a distant cousin came forward who was a match. He donated all the profits from this song to Help For Hero's a UK veterans charity (both him and his dad were in the military). They did this in one take and at the end everyone in the studio was crying except James' dad who said 'why all this I'm not gone yet'.

@richardbertrand3217

9 ай бұрын

OMG! You were there? How great it must have been.

This is why I watch your channel. You are REAL. People are literally on your side when they watch your reactions. Bravo Jay and Amber.

I lost my Dad 9 months ago today. I'm an only child, my Mom passed 13 years ago this month. This song absolutely gutted me.... I was his care giver till his last breath. I was a Daddies girl, he was always, always there for me. I feel so alone these days. Wish I had siblings to be with. Thank you for this reaction. I'll watch it a few more times, until my tissues run out. God bless you both.

@aaronepperson4041

Жыл бұрын

I hope you're doing well.

@vikkiwhite6243

Жыл бұрын

@@aaronepperson4041 Thank you, I'm doing ok. One day at a time.

I've never heard this song before. Truly real and heartfelt. So touching that he's singing to his real father there!😥😥

I cant listen to this song without crying. I don’t know how James got through the song with his dad right there beside him.

This was done in one take and without auto tune mics at the request of James ... all proceeds were donated to a military charity "Help for Heroes" based in the UK

Jordan, the strongest man I've ever known was a WWll veteran, a retired LAPD officer and then a prison guard. He was a steel coated marshmallow that did not care who saw him cry when he was sad, no shame just using one of Gods greatest gifts, cleansing tears. You teach that boy of yours that real men show and share their emotions. The man mentioned above was my Grandfather, a kind, gentle giant but also tough as tough gets. Thank you for sharing your grief and your tears. You too, Amber.

@annemorse2566

Жыл бұрын

My beautiful Dad always said Jordan, “bigger the man who can cry than the one who can’t” so never be afraid or ashamed to let those tears out, they show you’re human x

I’m bawling right now! This is so BEAUTIFUL! I lost both my parents to cancer…I miss them dearly…I’m sorry for both your losses…Let the love and tears flow…Thank you…❤️🇨🇦

You.both are so Beautiful, your Loved Ones would be so Proud, Bless you both,

Daddy I did.... I chased the monsters away this time!❤️❤️❤️ Appreciate you both!! Thx for sharing....

One of the most beautiful songs I will never play in the car.

I've never seen this video, heard the song or heard of James Blunt but whoever told you to bring a box of kleenex gave some good advice. This song is sung straight from the heart. Thanks for the introduction to this singer, guys. Sending you both hugs and to anyone else that needs one. Can't wait until Luka arrives for your hearts, Jordan and Amber. Take care and be well. Peace.

@jeanstrickland2445

2 жыл бұрын

It’s new to me too it’s beautiful

@Harv72b

2 жыл бұрын

Blunt is not only a phenomenal singer/songwriter, he's also a veteran of the British Armed Forces and, ironically enough, an absolutely hilarious dude when he's off the stage. Check out some of the interviews he's done or recaps of his epic twitter posts.

@chadjohns6955

2 жыл бұрын

I know I sent them this song as a DM on their Instagram, not sure if it’s my suggestion that prompted the reaction or someone else. I love the song so much, I cry my eyes out almost every time I hear it.

@roolenoir3183

2 жыл бұрын

Wow

@user-qi5te5pi5f

2 жыл бұрын

Be sure and give his "1973" a listen

Wow, I never heard this song before. It’s very powerful and so emotional. It’s sure to touch heart of anyone who has ever lost a beloved parent or grandparent. ❤️

Pleasure don't be sorry that you are crying. You are both human and have very good hearts. You are sensitive humans like the rest of us. Bless you both.

I've never heard this before...beautiful...i miss my Daddy.

Wow - how powerful. Never heard this before - great song !

@g4joe

2 жыл бұрын

Try this kzread.info/dash/bejne/Z5ymmJaGqLzWl84.html

I just came upon this a year after you first posted. I have never heard it before now. When my father became very ill, my mother was angry with me over something and she did not tell me he was taken to the hospital. He passed away and I didn't find out until after. I didn't get a chance to say goodbye. This song is exactly what I would have wanted to say to him. Thank you.

I just LOVE you two! You have wonderful hearts and your tears show how precious your loved ones are to you.This song gets me every time. But I’m at an age when “good-byes”are much more frequent than “hellos”!Thank you for your honest reaction…PLEASE do not apologize for those deep feelings! Big hugs to you both! ❤️

Are you aware that James Blunt started his life up as an army officer, he also saved many a life, and potential village genocide in his actions as an army officer in Kosovo… There is also evidence and proof to say that he also stopped a possible skirmish with the Russians after disobeying orders at the main airport and seeking peaceful outcomes.. truly amazing guy.

@peterbrown1012

2 жыл бұрын

He wrote many of his songs while on deployment and used to play them to his crew to see their thoughts on them. He was also one of the sentinels on the corners of the Queen mother's coffin while she was laying in state.

@terminallumbago6465

2 жыл бұрын

His song “No Bravery” talks about the things he saw while in combat.

Everyone should hear this song, it makes you think about what’s important in life.

@Rj-yr1br

2 жыл бұрын

U got that right 👍👍👍

Amber and Jordan: I just want to give you a hug. I've watched hundreds of your videos and this is your most emotional. I think you're both incredibly beautiful people, inside and out. Greetings from the UK 🥰

Sad but beautiful song, James Blunt is so underrated he is a truly excellent songwriter and performer ! Yes, I cried .

The best reaction video you two have ever done, this brought a tear to my eye as your reaction video today was an answer to my prayer. I just found out that my mother has stage 4 lung cancer and lymphoma, and barring an unforeseen miracle, she has three or four months to live and she is only 63. Your reaction video to this particular song was therapy for me and I was crying as much as you 2.

@MariahTahmisian

2 жыл бұрын

I'm so sorry

@emmef7970

2 жыл бұрын

I am so sorry about your mom's diagnosis. I've lost both parents and two siblings, one just a couple months ago that we cared for the last few months. It's been difficult. So this song hit me pretty hard too. Please know that I will keep your mother, you and your family in my prayers. God bless you all.

@mariatimmins8846

2 жыл бұрын

❤🥺.xx

@wheredidthetimego8087

2 жыл бұрын

God Bless you and your Mom Michael, I’m so sorry to hear of her diagnosis. Hug each other tight you can still make beautiful memories together. ❤️

Loosing both my dad and mom within 3 years of each other this song makes me tear up every time.I was lucky enough to tell my mom it was ok to goI will be ok and she passed at home 15 minutes later, I still remember the last breathe she took.With my dad he told me how proud she was of me and passed less than an hour later.

@scm021374

2 жыл бұрын

Same here, lost my dad to suicide 3 years ago, just lost my mom this past February to Covid. Tough song, but nice. Sorry for your losses.

@michelecherek5392

2 жыл бұрын

@@scm021374 I lost my favorite aunt to suicide as well. She was more like my mother than my mother. I DEFINITELY know that pain. Lots of hugs and sorry for your loss, too...💖

@gerardstephens58

2 жыл бұрын

At the risk of sounding morbid, I love hearing stories of parting messages of love. You obviously treasure those memories. My father passed in heavily drugged, post-operative silence after many months unconscious in a hospital bed. He was far from perfect, but my siblings and I never got the chance to tell him we loved him. Don’t waste a minute (and that works both ways).

@scm021374

2 жыл бұрын

@@gerardstephens58 I talked to my dad the day before he shot himself. He tried to call me twice before he did it but I missed his call. I did get to talk to my mom at the end. The family was all there. I agree, don't miss opportunities.

When this song came out, I had just lost my Dad. The medications had made him a different person. So the idea that I and my sisters could “chase the monsters away” felt only too real. I cried like a baby listening to this song.

I held my father's hand as he passed away knowing I was secretly his favorite kid. ❤ He was my rock. He made me feel safe. He chased the monsters away. It has been over 15 years and I still really miss him. Always will.

Thank you guys for being real and sharing all of your thoughts and emotions with us, whether they’re happy or sad.

I'm crying with you guys. Its all good.

@raymondbarry4196

2 жыл бұрын

Same here, just let it out

Most genuine response i've seen to this song. Thank you for sharing xxx😢

How was he able to get through this. You can see the pain in his eyes and he still absolutely belts it out. Absolutely unbelievable and heartbreaking. My dad is my best friend and I could never be able to pull this off. Bravo James!

I didn't know my grandparents, I lost my mom to cancer at 23, my dad to heart disease at 25, my husband to cancer after less than 4 years of marriage. I cried right along with you guys. Apparently Rob Squad family cries together.

@khwezimbolekwa5929

Жыл бұрын

what tragedy! god bless

@thejenr8tr922

Жыл бұрын

I'm not going to say it is gets easier after a while, but I hope the pain is being softened by the memories! God bless you!

@ThornyRoseV

Жыл бұрын

You have lost more than most people ❤

@Imshortitsok06

Жыл бұрын

I am so sorry for your losses!

You are my favorite reactors keep it up !!

the way James delivers the line "let there be no darkness in your heart" .. literally this song is a eulogy. the voice the delivery the lyrics the emotion.. its so real. u'll be hard pressed to find a more real song than this James blunt is a brilliant singer

I lost my Dad in 2016 so the lyrics just hit me right in my heart, my Dad was my biggest fan and had more confidence in me than I could ever imagine, God do I miss him 💔

Yes, that's his father in the video. His dad was diagnosed cancer and given little chance of coming through. Luckily he did and we were given a beautiful video to accompany a beautiful song.

Wow. I’ve heard of James Blunt and I’m familiar with his song “You’re Beautiful” but I’ve never heard this song. I know this was tough to get through, but your reactions were so genuine and pure. I love how REAL you both are during these reactions and I’m proud to be apart of the RSR Fam because of it. I know your Grandpa and Dad are proud of you both! Thank you for the raw emotion you gave in this video. It’s quite refreshing. Love to you both, your girls and baby Luca!

Was my first time hearing it as well. My dad passed, but this song made me miss him, but it also made me want to call my sons. And guess what, I was crying with you.

Lost my Dad 4 years ago now. What an amazing and emotional song. I want to reach out and give you both a great big hug. Love to you both and love to all the beautiful people we have lost..

No reason to apologize. Being human and dealing with the loss of those you love is just being who you are. Cried with you and you still brought me joy today in sharing your love.

My friends, strangely, _it was a pleasure to sit here and _*_cry_*_ with y’all!_ Thank you for your Father Stories. I’m a subscriber who’s watched dozens of your vids - might have had a tear in my eye once or twice - but this one *really* hit home for me, just like you: my dad’s 90 years old and ailing, and I’m trying to help him out in these “precious to me / painful for him” times. *AWESOME VID FROM AWESOME PEOPLE!* 🤟✌️

You guys give me hope for the future - not only your amazing hearts, but that you are passing on your values to your kids, and there's little doubt they are going to be amazing as they grow! Never apologize for tears - ESPECIALLY YOU J! - they show your heart is tender and open to love. Children need to see their parents cry, so that they can understand it's ok for them to cry sometimes too, and that their parents are human and hurt sometimes. Love to the family from ours. You bring such joy into my daily routine!

Great reaction guys and quite insightful. My dad passed away about a year before this song came out and while it is on a sad topic I still find the song and it’s delivery to be comforting. As you mentioned part way through, he’s letting his dad know that it’s OK for him to go …. He’s grown up and will be sad but safe

I promise guys. Your Dad and Grandpa are smiling down as we speak at the good work they left behind. Much respect! This song is exceptionally hard for me. My Dad and I worked side by side for most of my life here in Stillwater. He had a massive heart attack one day at the shop. He didn't make it. But I was there with him in the hospital, holding his hand as he passed away. I made sure he knew that Mom was gonna be taken care of. I have lived up to that promise. I miss him every day.

@phillipecook3227

2 жыл бұрын

♥️

@maggiemalone9270

Жыл бұрын

So sorry for your loss. Thank you so much for sharing your story. I'm positive your dad is so proud of you too, honey. ❤

@TacGKilgore

Жыл бұрын

That's beautiful man, I worked with my father in my younger days, he was the boss but also the hardest worker you'd ever meet, always pushed me to try my best at anything and everything and i rarely lived up to the standard, There was a long gap where we didn't speak much, not through ill will just life's usual stresses, then I bought a house nearby and was close by for the last 3 years of his life, my own shame of not being very successful or ambitious meant I was too often embarrased to see him, even in some of his last months in the hospital.. but by the end he didn't care, he just wanted more time to spend with his family, warts and all... Just spend some time with your loved ones while you can... and don't let the weird stresses of life let you project your own insecurities, opinions or problems onto someone else. Be in the moment and enjoy it for what it is. maybe i've just drank too much, but comments like the one above, of a son taking on responsibility on behalf of and in the absense of his father makes my heart swell and renews my faith in humanity. Thanks for sharing Mr White

@maggiemalone9270

Жыл бұрын

@@TacGKilgore that is great advice. And thanks for sharing. Comments like yours restores my faith in people too.

I've never heard this song before. So beautiful. Thank you both for doing this reaction. It's so refreshing to see people not be afraid of showing emotion. In today's world, people are so jaded and terrified of exposing themselves even to friends and family out of fear of being judged. You two put yourselves out there every day and we, the Rob squad reaction family appreciate you.

@gordonheywood8612

2 жыл бұрын

james seem to come from nowhere .left the british army,and wrote some great hit records amazing .

Amber...you and I are similar. I cry very easily, but in the end it makes me feel better, even cleaner, if you can understand that.

I commend you both for getting through that emotional video/song and still being able to talk afterwards. I would’ve been too choked up to speak. You two are an inspiration to us all as you grow your little family and share your stories with your Followers.

James is a very amazing singer. He has so many you need to hear. Yes at the start of covid shutdown his father was needing a kidney transplant and they were separated and were not sure he was going to make it but he did have the transplant. Both James and his father are distinguished military men in the UK.

This is the only song I can’t make through without crying. You all were so brave doing this reaction. Hugs to you. ❤️❤️❤️

@gerardstephens58

2 жыл бұрын

Same. I come back to this song and various reactors to get in touch with my buried feelings, and I’m a mess by the second verse. His voice cuts into our souls.

I cry every time I listen to thing song. I think of my Mom, who has passed, when I hear this song. I didn’t have a Dad but my Mom was everything to me.

Why on earth are you apologizing??? This is what music is for, to help us feel and express emotions that defy expression! Having watched the path of James Blunt's career over the years, and seeing him develop into a man of great character, it is inspirational to see him do this moving tribute to his father. What a beautiful world this would be if all fathers and sons (and everyone else) could share their feelings like this!

Even though it is sad and makes one emotional, there is a beauty in remembering and crying. It's bittersweet because it's hard to revisit the pain, but pain is a part of every story and relationship; of course it's not the best part. It's not healthy to live in grief, but it is healthy to revisit it from time to time. It gives one the opportunity to release some of the pressure that builds and often goes unspoken. That built up pressure often manifests itself in negative ways, both physical and mental. It's a good thing to have a release valve.