There's a story this is probably based on... of a little girl carrying her brother. Both of them looking malnourished and poor, some old people see them and ask the girl: "Isn't he heavy?" and she, maybe in her innocence or in a burst of love and genius, replies: "No, mister... he's not heavy... he's my brother..."
Wow! If Jayvee hasn't heard any of those yet then he has his work cut out for him. The Air That I Breathe has always been my personal favorite from The Hollies.
Hey Jayvee, back then groups sang about social issues. He's my brother symbolizes the brotherhood of man and world peace. It is a metaphor. But you appreciate great artists of the past which gains my respect.
Yes this song and many others represent it the music of our generation how we express our emotions to solve problems. Let’s take for example Woodstock listen to the words that all the artist put out. This was during Vietnam, Ken’t University and Vietnam for sure. We were always for each other music was our deliverance that’s why were listening to you so we could see your reaction hopefully we portrayed in continued through our music
Back then everyone sang about everyday and weird things as well. Long Cool Woman, Bus Stop. 😂 Every generation every genre of music has songs with deep meaning and songs that are just for enjoyment.
Actually he is talking about everyone. You, the guy next door, a stranger. He is saying we are all in this together so what burdens you have he is here for you. It is a message that artists have tried to make people understand. What we are going through now...whatever it is he has your back...even me...even his brother, sister, first cousin...or the guy down the street.
I have shared this song lately due to our present struggle. We are all brothers and sisters. They made this during the Hippie era. Peace love and a hand up to all in need. I am 71, this is one of my all time favorite songs and groups. Thank you for spinning it. I love your reaction to it. God Bless you. I have subscribed.❤
The songs of love and the brotherhood of mankind was the response at the time for civil rights. This is one of many that needs to be re-presented to the young people of today. Let's have a revival of open love between people from ethnically different backgrounds. And a Jesus Freaks revival too! Love your reactions and comments to the songs you play. I subscribed. Love you!💖
My brother-in- law was in Nam when I was a youngster, I would write him everyday. That song brings back those memories. Thank God he came home safely. Semper Fi!
This song was written because of what happened during the Vietnamese war... When Vietnamese were displaced and had to flee... A young boy was carrying his 2 year old brother on his back, walking to "nowhere" just to get away from the war.
I asked my 19 year old daughter if she ever heard of this song before. she said “no” I told her to listen to the same video, then I would tell her the story behind the song. I played the video and she actually got tears in her eyes. Then I told her the story. She said “ play it again daddy” I played it again and tears ran down her face the entire song. What a powerful song of a brothers love.
Everyone is your brother everyone needs help and love he’s not talking specifically about literally his own flesh and blood he’s talking about the world
Mathew 25:40 “And the King will say, ‘I tell you the truth, when you did it to one of the least of these my brothers and sisters, you were doing it to me!’
The messages of these 60s 70s songs, were hope of the change needed still. Love everyone. Help your neighbor, your brother. All equal. Nation of free immigrants. Some, not by choice. Peace
An image that was used often with this song was that of a Vietnam vet carrying a wounded brother out of the jungle. I think that makes it even more poignant.
You’ve started at the top J! The lead singer is Alan Clarke and they made so many great records. This one is so special to my family as it was one of my dad’s favourites and actually described the kind of man he was. We were going to play it at his funeral but knew we couldn’t have got through it if we did. It pops up for me every now and again and it’s like my beautiful dad whispering in my ear. Much needed message, especially at the moment.😊
In the 1940s, the words, adapted as "He ain't heavy, Father, he's my brother", were taken as a slogan for Boys Town children's home by founder Father Edward Flanagan.[3] According to the Boys Town website, the phrase as used by Boys Town was said to Fr. Flanagan in 1918 by one of the residents while carrying another up a set of stairs. The boy being carried is said to have had polio and worn leg braces.[4]
This goes way back. It was in a book written in 1884, the parables of Jesus. A girl was carrying a big baby boy, someone asked her if he was heavy she replied, no, he's not heavy, he's my brother. There are a few other places it was in also.
Being a Vietnam Vet I wanted to share the meaning of the song. It's about those of us during the war and how we took care and loved each other during this horrible situation.
I believe that in America there was a boy's home for parentless children and in the front of the building, there was a statue of a young man helping a younger child to walk.
This song always brings a tear to my eye. It's about any person who needs a helping hand. .... It was very much loved by soldiers that helped their brother soldiers too.
Graham Nash from Crosby, Stills,Nash was an original member. Try Bus Stop, Look Through any Window, Long Cool Woman, Carrie-Anne, Pay You Back with Interest. Peace, Bro
Back in the day I had this song on 45. I wore it out! It was a civil rights anthem. It was saying that everyone is my brother and we should carry each other's burdens.
Hi. I’ve just found you, quite by accident, because I love The Hollies. I’m just a 50-something chick living in Sydney, Australia. My husband and I both lost brothers way, way before their time. My husband’s little brother was killed in a car accident in 1986 and my little brother died from cancer this past January at only 49 years old. Thank you for bringing the old songs back and sharing your interest in them. Bless your heart. 💜🙏
You definitely need to hear "Long Cool Woman in a Black Dress" and "The Air That I Breathe". Great songs and two more really good vocal performances. "Long Cool Woman in a Black Dress" also features one of the most iconic guitar riffs of the classic rock era.
The Hollies have some other great songs: Bus Stop, The Air That I Breathe, and the awesome Long Cool Woman in a Black Dress If you like the Hollies, you should also check out Manfred Mann (Blinded By the Light, Do Wah Diddy, The Mighty Quinn), and Three Dog Night (One, Mama Told Me, Joy to the World)
I have always loved the Hollies especially when Alan was the lead singer. His voice is so beautiful and you can hear every word and feel the emotion that is in the song. The Air That I Breathe is another wonderful song of theirs that you would enjoy Jayvee. These are the songs I enjoyed then and still enjoy today. Take care and stay safe please, Peace to you all Mary-Ellen UK
Glad you are listening to different types of music. When I was young (yea, 100 yrs ago) radio stations played all types of music. So we got the chance to hear all categories of modern music. Cheers!
Thank you for playing this. I just had a good cry. I lost my twin brother a few years ago and this has always made me think of him . This is how I felt about him . He ain't heavy he's my brother . #RipRay Thank you Thank you Thank you
Check out Elvin Bishop "Fooled around and fell in love" Also a Band called - Grand Funk Railroad song " Some kind a wonderful" ✌️😎 We enjoy the channel man!!
Wow, I just spent 3 hours watching your channel & it went by so quickly! Glad you like the music I grew up with. Please listen to The Mamas and The Papas, "CALIFORNIA DREAMING." Excellent harmonizing. Cheers!
I very much enjoyed seeing your facial expression listening to this beautiful song. Being older and having grown up with music just as this, it makes me smile seeing young people like you appreciate the song and meaning of it. There are so many great songs from "that time". I'm glad you are taking the time, and you are enjoying listening to the OLD STUFF. Blessings to you, my young friend
I've watched a few of your video's Jayvee I must say I get as much enjoyment with your reaction as I do listening to all these iconic groups brings back a lot of great memories Thanks loved loved loved watching Freddie Mercury wow
This song just brings back memories of five of my older brothers who have passed away. I still have one older brother left whom I very often ever see. I also still have two sisters. I love each and everyone of them.
I LOVE this band so many hits , this song is about all of mankind No colour, No differences we are ALL brothers and sisters of earth I LOVE IT!! We really do need this now in these times.
His brother is everyone who needs help
That's what I was thinking too especially right now.
@@debbieepps7029 true that
Humanity
When I first heard this song, back in the day, I loved it, and still do.
If you want to hear a great solo artist sing this try Ronnie Osmond..
America NEEDS THIS MESSAGE tonight! As much as she ever did............
Yes.
THIS^^^^^. We must start thinking of our fellow man. Forget the Me, me, me...it really is We.
Why?
The entire world needs this message 😢
More. 😔
White, Black, Brown, etc.... he's my brother.
sirslice all lives matter 🙏🏻
@@MsFreedom4us oh the irony of your username. Black lives matter.
Amen.
Love it!!!!! So true.
We are all brothers and sisters , we are the brotherhood of mankind
He is talking about mankind, every one.
There's a story this is probably based on... of a little girl carrying her brother. Both of them looking malnourished and poor, some old people see them and ask the girl: "Isn't he heavy?" and she, maybe in her innocence or in a burst of love and genius, replies: "No, mister... he's not heavy... he's my brother..."
The Hollies? You have to listen to "The Air That I Breathe", "Long, Cool Woman in a Black Dress", Bus Stop", and "Look Through Any Window".
Wow! If Jayvee hasn't heard any of those yet then he has his work cut out for him. The Air That I Breathe has always been my personal favorite from The Hollies.
Yes!!!! 👍
Here's a few more Hollies songs: On a Carousel, King Midas in Reverse, Dear Eloise, Jennifer Eccles, Long Dark Road, etc.
@@RayRay-zt7bj mine too! This was my suggestion as well💙
The harmonys on "I can't let go" ar amazing I saw them live in the 90s and it blew my mind.
Hey Jayvee, back then groups sang about social issues. He's my brother symbolizes the brotherhood of man and world peace. It is a metaphor. But you appreciate great artists of the past which gains my respect.
They still do, they just don't get air time or recording deals!
He never knew I loved him
Yes this song and many others represent it the music of our generation how we express our emotions to solve problems. Let’s take for example Woodstock listen to the words that all the artist put out. This was during Vietnam, Ken’t University and Vietnam for sure. We were always for each other music was our deliverance that’s why were listening to you so we could see your reaction hopefully we portrayed in continued through our music
Back then everyone sang about everyday and weird things as well. Long Cool Woman, Bus Stop. 😂 Every generation every genre of music has songs with deep meaning and songs that are just for enjoyment.
Actually he is talking about everyone. You, the guy next door, a stranger. He is saying we are all in this together so what burdens you have he is here for you. It is a message that artists have tried to make people understand. What we are going through now...whatever it is he has your back...even me...even his brother, sister, first cousin...or the guy down the street.
We need that mentality these days
@@youbestbequiet Then you picked the wrong guy to support.
well said
@@tbone1493 yeah pick the orange buffon. Ha ha ha
Understood
We need this to be our theme song for now.
I was thinking the same thing..through tears. Love is what will heal us all 💜🧡
Beautifully said. X
This is my theme song about life. Everyone is my brother (or sister).
"The air that i breathe" - The Hollies
tylerdobdob23 yes. Haven’t seen many do it, possibly copyright reasons
We are ALL brothers.
Just like you and me.
That's their message of love...
I'm sorry these songs are not part of your generations life. This is a life lesson. Everyone is your brother. Everyone needs love.
I have shared this song lately due to our present struggle. We are all brothers and sisters. They made this during the Hippie era. Peace love and a hand up to all in need. I am 71, this is one of my all time favorite songs and groups. Thank you for spinning it. I love your reaction to it. God Bless you. I have subscribed.❤
Apple Blossom: It’s my generation, I’m 74! It’s such a good song, great harmonies and with a message we all need desperately in 2020!
The songs of love and the brotherhood of mankind was the response at the time for civil rights. This is one of many that needs to be re-presented to the young people of today. Let's have a revival of open love between people from ethnically different backgrounds. And a Jesus Freaks revival too! Love your reactions and comments to the songs you play. I subscribed. Love you!💖
Well said. ❤
So many - here is another just because "People Got to be Free" ua-cam.com/video/tDX1IPanwIg/v-deo.html
What a great song I’m glad you’re reacting to it now we need it.❤️😃👍🌼✌️Love and peace.
Great song. Not literally his brother. Talking about his fellow man. You got it.
We are all bothers and sisters.
Yes we sre😊
My brother-in- law was in Nam when I was a youngster, I would write him everyday. That song brings back those memories. Thank God he came home safely. Semper Fi!
This song was written because of what happened during the Vietnamese war... When Vietnamese were displaced and had to flee... A young boy was carrying his 2 year old brother on his back, walking to "nowhere" just to get away from the war.
@@wanderer2800 we looked at our fellow soldiers as brothers during nam didn't matter what color
He was a hero, trying to help a people from that country being invaded by evil. When they cried out for help, he answered the call, good on him
ua-cam.com/video/fxFZniVxb3c/v-deo.html
This song was actually about our troops in Vietnam
I'm quite overwhelmed by this beautiful song. There are so many amazing songs from the past💖
This should be the anthem for 2020!! 💫
And beyond Gem😊
The lyrics and melody of this song is fantastic. Never get tired of listening to this.
It's a wonderful song, Felita.
I asked my 19 year old daughter if she ever heard of this song before. she said “no” I told her to listen to the same video, then I would tell her the story behind the song. I played the video and she actually got tears in her eyes. Then I told her the story. She said “ play it again daddy” I played it again and tears ran down her face the entire song. What a powerful song of a brothers love.
Excellent song especially now!!!
Gotta hear Long Cool Woman in a Black Dress by the Hollies.
Just a 5 9 beautiful tall....wide open.
Yes, plz react to Long Cool Woman..., love this song. Thx for all your hard work. I really appreciate your kind heart.
I get the message not his brother but we are all brothers. Take the time help each other
Everyone is your brother everyone needs help and love he’s not talking specifically about literally his own flesh and blood he’s talking about the world
Mathew 25:40
“And the King will say, ‘I tell you the truth, when you did it to one of the least of these my brothers and sisters, you were doing it to me!’
Amen
♥️
Hallelujah
Tears Run Down my Face
Every Time I hear This Song
Love this song. You're a beautiful young man. Don't forget that bub.😇🐨🎆🤚
Your problems or issue won't weight me down. I'm always here for you.
That was live. Crazy good.
I love his voice ❤
One of my all time favorite songs - thank you for reacting to this one!!
The messages of these 60s 70s songs, were hope of the change needed still. Love everyone. Help your neighbor, your brother. All equal.
Nation of free immigrants. Some, not by choice. Peace
Everyone needs this song...a Blessing 💕
Only the Beatles had more top ten hits in the UK. The Hollies were unique and incomparable.
Wow, so they had more than the Stones?
The Stones had 20 and the Hollies had 11, that entered the top ten in the UK. This was their last hit to reach the top 10 and it peaked at #1.
@@Coolrockndad .The stones had 20, three of which were EPs, not singles..the Hollies had 19. The Stones had more No 1s than the Hollies.
I'm counting 17 top 10 UK hits for the Hollies, and 19 for ABBA.
@@otisdylan9532 . Then we agree to differ.
The Hollies have a whole lot of really good songs. "The air that I breathe" is one of my faves! More Bob Seger, please!
His brother is everyone that needs a helping hand. We could use some of that these days.
The Air That I Breathe - Hollies
Yes!! 💤💜🎵💚
An image that was used often with this song was that of a Vietnam vet carrying a wounded brother out of the jungle. I think that makes it even more poignant.
The version that I heard was that it was his OWN brother.
Poignanter!
Alan Clarke what a voice! The Hollies "Distant Light" album is a rock classic. Also check out his solo single "I Will Be Your Shadow in the Street".
You’ve started at the top J! The lead singer is Alan Clarke and they made so many great records. This one is so special to my family as it was one of my dad’s favourites and actually described the kind of man he was. We were going to play it at his funeral but knew we couldn’t have got through it if we did. It pops up for me every now and again and it’s like my beautiful dad whispering in my ear. Much needed message, especially at the moment.😊
What a beautiful comment. Your dad sounds like a wonderful man.
snicky58 that’s kind, thank you! Yes, my dad was one of the best and our family was blessed to have him.😊
The line, "It's a long long road for which there is no return" always makes me cry.
You know, what I love is seeing you react so positively about my generation's music, thank you!
We are all brothers and sisters 🙂
It goes to the fundamental reason humans have survived, by ourselves we are nothing only together we succeed.
Love their song Bus Stop. Thanks JV. You're on FIRE!
Great song try a fun cover the mona lisa twins do bus stop you will enjoy it
Such a great song and especially the message, helping and not harming. Thank you for playing that. Sure enjoy your channel and reactions
My 1980 class song!🎼❤️
This song is one reason why The Hollies are my favorite group.
This was played at my high school grad ceremony. Not a dry eye, even the jocks and the tough guys, by the end of it we were a sobbing mess, LOL
This was played at my graduation as well. We were all crying.
WOW, that's great !
In the 1940s, the words, adapted as "He ain't heavy, Father, he's my brother", were taken as a slogan for Boys Town children's home by founder Father Edward Flanagan.[3] According to the Boys Town website, the phrase as used by Boys Town was said to Fr. Flanagan in 1918 by one of the residents while carrying another up a set of stairs. The boy being carried is said to have had polio and worn leg braces.[4]
Thanks Miss Bridget! It’s great having the blanks filled in.
Yes I've always heard this backstory was the inspiration
This goes way back. It was in a book written in 1884, the parables of Jesus. A girl was carrying a big baby boy, someone asked her if he was heavy she replied, no, he's not heavy, he's my brother. There are a few other places it was in also.
Being a Vietnam Vet I wanted to share the meaning of the song. It's about those of us during the war and how we took care and loved each other during this horrible situation.
They're singing about equality, kindness, and caring for each other as brothers.
I believe that in America there was a boy's home for parentless children and in the front of the building, there was a statue of a young man helping a younger child to walk.
This song always brings a tear to my eye. It's about any person who needs a helping hand. .... It was very much loved by soldiers that helped their brother soldiers too.
Graham Nash from Crosby, Stills,Nash was an original member. Try Bus Stop, Look Through any Window, Long Cool Woman, Carrie-Anne, Pay You Back with Interest. Peace, Bro
On a Carousel
Damn.. This kinda reaction is why I'm glad I'm a long time subscriber. Another great effort mate!!
Back in the day I had this song on 45. I wore it out! It was a civil rights anthem. It was saying that everyone is my brother and we should carry each other's burdens.
Such a beautiful song for ALL of humanity. Glad you like it. 👍👍👍😎
Hi. I’ve just found you, quite by accident, because I love The Hollies. I’m just a 50-something chick living in Sydney, Australia. My husband and I both lost brothers way, way before their time. My husband’s little brother was killed in a car accident in 1986 and my little brother died from cancer this past January at only 49 years old. Thank you for bringing the old songs back and sharing your interest in them. Bless your heart. 💜🙏
WW2 American GI carrying his buddy. Journalist said he looks heavy (offering help), GI reply. Brings a tear to me for personal reasons
One of my all time favorites. Next try A Change is gonna Come by Sam Cooke
Oh yeah. Sam Cooke' Change is gonna come... If I could give it a hundred likes, I would...
You definitely need to hear "Long Cool Woman in a Black Dress" and "The Air That I Breathe". Great songs and two more really good vocal performances. "Long Cool Woman in a Black Dress" also features one of the most iconic guitar riffs of the classic rock era.
The air that I breathe by the Hollies, is a must. Another stunning song,
I've always liked this song. Because, voice & Music All Belonged together perfect. No One Can Sing it Better.☺️👍🏼🇺🇸
Legendary great song and band, with Graham Nash Who later joined Crosby, Stills and Nash. He is singing backup here!
Love one another.
Another great band with good music. Always loved this song, its so beautiful
This group picks the best songs ever... totally up my alley. All of my favs for sure - from every genre.
Great message. One of the better harmony bands of the 60's and 70's.
Awesome
This song is deep and is a message to all mankind!!! We all must love one another!!!❤️❤️❤️
I am so happy you are love my old time music. I don’t get to see very many people interested.
I love the Hollies and this song. This song always brings a tear to my eye.
The Hollies have some other great songs: Bus Stop, The Air That I Breathe, and the awesome Long Cool Woman in a Black Dress
If you like the Hollies, you should also check out Manfred Mann (Blinded By the Light, Do Wah Diddy, The Mighty Quinn), and Three Dog Night (One, Mama Told Me, Joy to the World)
My all time favourite band!!! There songs and harmonies were incredible
I have always loved the Hollies especially when Alan was the lead singer. His voice is so beautiful and you can hear every word and feel the emotion that is in the song. The Air That I Breathe is another wonderful song of theirs that you would enjoy Jayvee. These are the songs I enjoyed then and still enjoy today. Take care and stay safe please, Peace to you all Mary-Ellen UK
His voice was incredible! He could hit those high notes, and he sang with such feeling.
Glad you are listening to different types of music. When I was young (yea, 100 yrs ago) radio stations played all types of music. So we got the chance to hear all categories of modern music. Cheers!
Try Hollies - Stop Stop Stop-- you won't regret it!!
Im so glad I was born in 1977. My parents listened to this music all the time and now my kids listen to it. One of my favs by the Hollies ❣❣❣
One of my favorites! I love the version with video with all the soldiers from different wars carrying each other.
Thank you for playing this. I just had a good cry. I lost my twin brother a few years ago and this has always made me think of him . This is how I felt about him . He ain't heavy he's my brother . #RipRay Thank you Thank you Thank you
Awwww. Bless yer. I'm having a vodka and raising a toast to you and your twin Ray.
Check out Elvin Bishop "Fooled around and fell in love"
Also a Band called - Grand Funk Railroad song " Some kind a wonderful"
✌️😎 We enjoy the channel man!!
Back in the 60's when I was a kid, this was one of my favorite favorite songs.
This song is so relevant now. I love the Hollies. Beautiful. Thanks for sharing.
This about brotherly love. It is easier than we think and is beautiful to feel, like this amazing song.
Wow, I just spent 3 hours watching your channel & it went by so quickly! Glad you like the music I grew up with. Please listen to The Mamas and The Papas, "CALIFORNIA DREAMING." Excellent harmonizing. Cheers!
Great song!!
Everyone is our brother. Great song from a time of social awareness and a real attempt at being better people.
He means you, me, black, white, everyone who is your neighbor is your brother and my god do we need this message in this world now
I very much enjoyed seeing your facial expression listening to this beautiful song. Being older and having grown up with music just as this, it makes me smile seeing young people like you appreciate the song and meaning of it. There are so many great songs from "that time". I'm glad you are taking the time, and you are enjoying listening to the OLD STUFF. Blessings to you, my young friend
youre gonna learn in your life,that this is one of the absolutely best song in the world!!!!!!!!!
Exacly. This song brings tears too my eyes. Haven't heard it in 30 yrs.
The Hollies are my favourite group. And listen to The Air that I Breathe!
Groups and singers nowadays cannot hold a candle to those.
There is a UA-cam video of this song with soldiers literally carrying each other during battle that I think really drives home the message.
Another song we sang in high school choir! WOW still such a powerful song sending chills up my spine and tears to my eyes.
I've watched a few of your video's Jayvee I must say I get as much enjoyment with your reaction as I do listening to all these iconic groups brings back a lot of great memories Thanks loved loved loved watching Freddie Mercury wow
This song just brings back memories of five of my older brothers who have passed away. I still have one older brother left whom I very often ever see. I also still have two sisters. I love each and everyone of them.
I LOVE this band so many hits , this song is about all of mankind No colour, No differences we are ALL brothers and sisters of earth I LOVE IT!! We really do need this now in these times.
What a song. A song of hope for us all as human beings 👏👏👏👏
Such a powerful voice and such a powerful message
One of my very favorite songs from the 60s, great lyrics, great vocals great song
The Air I Breathe. Amazing harmonies