Stacey, please don’t be sorry for sharing your emotions. Too many would rather walk by, ignore, or pretend everything is okay. Being willing to share this and be vulnerable with an emotion that so many of us share is welcomed, loved, and appreciated. Our government is failing the veterans, and the public in general is as well. It’s gutting and heartbreaking. Thank you. ❤
Being veteran, and I have heard this same comment from many other vets, and that is, when someone thanks us for or service, for a long time it was awkward and I didn't quite know what to say. Thanks just felt wrong. It took me a while before I came up with a honest reply and I would say to them, "IT WAS MY HONOR:. I feel it really was, but recently UI heard a newer and better reply, which is, "YOU WERE WORTH IT." Best line ever!
I really wish they would have added subtitles to that bit so more people understand that this man was the Unit leader who saved and took a bullet for the man who wiped his tears in the end. It would have been so much more powerful for people who just don’t see the obvious.
@TheDirge69 I don't agree. When our government spends over a trillion dollars per year on defense, they have the ability to wipe out this problem. But many of our politicians would rather play political games and they don't care who gets hurt in the process. Just look at how long it took for the burn pit victims just to get medical treatment. And even when it finally passed, some of the politicians had to be shamed into passing the bill.
As a retired disabled veteran, i would like to extend my gratitude to not only those who have served, but to those spouses that have served while being home and away form their loved ones and never got to see them again. When you are married you serve also, and not enough attention is brought to them. Thank you to my wife.
Military brats give up a lot for their parents to serve too. Getting moved from station to station and having to start over with new friends and schools isn't fun growing up either. It affects the whole family not just the spouse. Throw in some PTSD and it can be a rough childhood
I have always said that it was easier to deploy than it would be to have a child or spouse deploy while I sat at home and wondered. My wife played mom and dad more times than I care to think about. Having people at home that are willing to do what is needed is something that doesn’t get enough credit. Thank you for bringing this up.
Stacey, my heartfelt thank you for taking this on. From a disabled vet. From the scene of the arrest to the end makes me bawl. It's all about the bond and that bond extends back to previous and future soldiers, sailors, marines and airwomen and men
I spent 18 years in the US Army and 18 months in Iraq. The song makes me tear up every time. It's so real how so many of my friends fell throw the cracks. I was lucky to have a Military Family and dozens of military friends to lean on after my return from the sand box. It's a real gut punch.
I am a 50 year old 90% disabled USMC veteran and I always cry like a baby during this song. To all my brother and sister veterans, if you are having troubles, there is always somebody out there that will listen. I know it is tough to ask for help but we were all taught while in that it takes teamwork make things happen. Somebody will always listen to you. If you can not find anybody, I will listen. Reply and I will reach out to you. Now saying all that, it does not go for just follow veterans, if anybody needs help, you can reach out to those same institutions at the end of the video and they will put you in contact with the correct people.
@@JacobMoore-tk7wt Thank you for your service, brother. My medical history was well documented while in service. I was also told that I was too broken to re-up but not broken enough to kick out on a medical discharge. I could not even go in to the reserves. There was an incident in boot camp that fractured my ankles. I was dropped from training and put in to MRP for a month and then PCP. So, I got to spend an extra month and a half in boot camp. I was also sent in to the gas chamber 6 times in one day and the last two times without my gas mask. That tore up my sinus which I had to have surgery on a couple of years later but while I was still in service. There was another incident where I fell about 15 feet flat on my back and which I had to be extracted. Now I have my spine fused in two places. There are a couple of other things that I have but this is long enough. No pitty party, though I would not pay $0.25 to do it all over again but I would not take a millions dollars for the experiences.
5FDP gets us veterans, they do, or atleast did, a lot of USO tours to our troops deployed overseas. To me, the band gets us Vets and honors what we did. For that, they we will always be my favorite band. And, yes, I am Army veteran. Just to clarify, Memorial Day is commerate those who never came home from war. Veterans Day commerates those who served and are currently serving. Thank anyone in uniform for their service; they hate it and at the same time appreciate the hell out of it. Thank a Veteran. They were willing to lay down their lives to keep you free. I know, I was one of them.
07:35 don´t apologise for shedding tears, I´m bawling to rewatching this. Born in 1977, joined in 2001, served overseas 2007-2011, working desk duty since, busted ankle, knee, shoulder, back messed up at lower back, between shoulder blades and upper neck, yet I´m one of the lucky ones, got home, have a job and just medicate myself with alcohol, coffee and cigarettes, mind is messed up and sleep is nightmarishly limited to 2--3 hrs at a time yet must be achieved to keep the voices away, hence the copious amounts of alcohol to fall asleep. I still have a home, I´m one of the lucky ones.
I served 1997-2003. But I can't even be near alcohol. Have to avoid it entirely (even avoiding restaurants where it is served). I have zero control when it's there. Some deep seeded need to eliminate as much brain activity as possible or something. Haven't managed to kick the cigs or coffee, though. I find sleeping more than a couple of hours at a time to be nearly impossible as well, but instead of alcohol to block out enough to get at least a bit of rest, I have now gone the thc route. Seems to numb me up better with far fewer consequences and no risk of repeat alcohol poisoning.
I'm a 67 year old US army veteran i served in Vietnam for 28 months it was an honor to do so. I want to Thank you very much for doing a reaction to this song everytime i listen to this it realy hits home,Don't be sorry for getting emotional i wish more people were like you.We did what we sign up for to come home and be treated like dirt and scum spit at cussed at it wasn't us who did anything wrong to be treated so badly. Once again Thank you Thank you
As an Australian who was born during the war, but saw the aftermath our vets went through, thnx for your service, mate. You might appreciate this tribute that was written here in the 80’s. It hits hard and served as a big wake-up call for our nation on how we treated veterans. ua-cam.com/video/mGDhzVi1bqU/v-deo.htmlsi=ZyXqokAAKb98kpsy
I want to say from the bottom of my heart,thank you sir for your service. And if it has not been said to you....Welcome Home Soldier 🤝🙏 God bless you and yours
@@DarkSta77 i may have replied to this post but wanted to make sure thank you for posting the video it brought back alot of memories of what realy went on over there once again thank you very much
I LOVE AND RESPECT THE MILLITARY - Thank you for your service you are our Worlds Hero's - My Great Uncle was a British Tank Commander at Sword beach landings in Normandy WW2 and was captured by the Germans - Spent the whole war in a POW camp Stalag 4B in Austria - he was never the same man, totally destroyed after the war. This makes me cry.... God Bless our living hero's xxxxxxxxxx
Dont apologize for showing your emotions. It shows us veterans that people truly care. And i say this to you as a number in that statistic. In my case ive stashed my traumatic experinces away for too long and they have finally caught up with me. I am a homeless vet but luckily i have a place that helps vets and am currently going to meetings to try to overcome my experiences. I want to sincerely thank you for caring and helping to bring light to this. Thank You U.S.M.C vet
Speaking as a disabled veteran, a Navy Fleet Marine Force Corpsman (think medic, better trained) I'm 58 now. You have no reason whatsoever to apologize for tears. I shed them every time. The only thing I'll ask you to remember, this video is more than 10 years out old. The numbers shown have not improved. Your reaction to this video is spot on. The last line spoken by the characters "YOU KNOW ME! YOU SAVED MY LIFE BROTHER!" Hits me hard every single time. The bond you spoke of is very real. My best friend we met at our first duty station. We have been closer than Brothers for 40 years now.
You don't know me for mad and brother But me and my family thank you for keeping us safe I just don't understand why this government doesn't do more for Veterans I just don't get it
@bill9605 because the vets are useless to them. They only "care" about actively serving to do what they want. Then once out, that same govt tries their damndest not to take care of the people they fucked up both physically/ or mentally.
I bawl my eyes out every time I hear this song. To all the veterans that may see this… Thank you so much for everything you’ve done for everyone in our country. I have infinite respect for your sacrifice. Thank you.
Military veteran here. Never forget your emotions, we are all human. It took me a while to figure that out. I’ve woken up on the curb before and survived more than cold days. Now I am on my feet and fighting for those who were by my side. I am fighting for those who fight for US. Please bring awareness today, a veteran and war hero is out there figuring out if he is human and where did it all go wrong and where he might sleep tonight. Be safe everyone!
Thank you for letting the last few minutes of the organizations listed at the end play out. As a vet who has had serious difficulties and is only still here because of one of those organizations and who has lost far too many that I served with (most by their own hand), it means more to me than you can ever know. Don't be embarrassed or feel the need to apologize/explain away your emotions. It shows your compassion and empathy, and is a testament to the quality of your character.
I have a playlist of songs I flip through when days are rough. I stumbled across your reaction video and was curious knowing the context of the video. After watching, it gives me pride. I feel that someone else really knows how tough it can be and the sacrifices made. I appreciate your families service to our great country and your obvious gratitude as well. 🇺🇸
I'm a NAVY veteran. I really appreciate you getting how we feel. I'm pretty sure that you've listened to and watched more 5FDP after this. They are big promoters of our troops. Check out M.C. Abdul "Shouting At The Wall" this is another truthful song. Look at the date of the posting and look at what you're being shown and told on TV. Then go from there with how feel where the truth is coming from. Thank you.
As someone who lost a friend who was a veteran who unfortunately took his life, to all the brave men and women who serve in the military I say from the bottom of my heart THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE! If you’re struggling, please seek help. Don’t end your life, you’re valuable to us.
You don't have to apologize, you didn't know the song beforehand. And you don't have to apologize at all for your reaction, it hit me just as hard the first time I heard it as a former soldier deployed for the UN. It reminded me of all the pain and anger I took home with me ❤️
1:08 my father would thank you also. he served 4 years in the Marines and has died recently do to cancer. this was his favorite song. it would remind him of his time in the force. broke down every time we watched it together. he had quite a few good stories to tell. i think about him now whenever i hear this some
This type of stuff is why I always thank military when I see them, and if I'm able I buy them a drink or a meal to show my appreciation. Cuz even one act of kindness and respect and acknowledgement can save them from going dark, to all veterans or current active military, THANK YOU, I love you all
Semper Fi! Served 2 tours to Iraq from 2005-2009 and just want to let you know that you are worth the service and sacrifice we all make! I've lost more brothers after leaving the service to drugs or suicide than during war. It's nice to know that people do still care about us veterans and active duty. Thank you so much for your reaction!
I sat down tonight and clicked on your video while I was in my own head about my dad who is no longer here. I know this song very well as I'm a fan of the band, but your reaction brought me to tears because we both come from Military families. I resent the way our veterans are treated and have been treated for way longer than this video depicts. It makes you realize what's important to the elites and what isn't. This had been going on way before Vietnam ever started and only got worse. That lyric tells the story and a lot more....So when we have discussions about pride for our country....veterans that have seen hell first hand, and don't know how to forget it....need to be put first in line for help when they get home. Not people crossing the border with a hand out saying my country won't afford me a free living...
I am an honorably discharged veteran who has served two deployments. I was homeless for almost a year. Now that I am in a better place, my main focus is to help my brother and sister veterans who are in situations now that I once was. Thank you for sharing this video❤
This song never fails to hit home and the music does a fantastic job of grabbing your heart. Ivan Moody is an excellent and powerful singer indeed. I love the way he can quite literally sing a roar that expresses pain, anger and anguish. What I always take from this song is the reality that our soldiers are citizens who feel a calling to serve their country only for our greedy politicians to misuse that calling to duty. Our soldiers believe they are meant to protect their home country, but are sent into unjust conflicts. They are shoved through wars that we don't belong in or should have started, fighting and dying for causes We The People did not vote for. They come home broken in body and spirit or in a box, having lost brothers and seen carnage and inflicted death and pain upon others and in the end they don't feel like heros because there was never a truly justified cause to believe in to begin with. They come home asking themselves "what the hell did we go do all that for?" and the only answer they can find is that our politicians told them to. My dad is a 75yo Vietnam War veteran and he still talks and fights in his sleep, sometimes to the point that I wake him so he can start over in his rest. Our soldiers' duty and sacrifices are abused and misused for the greed of career politicians who have lost touch with the people and the righteousness of their office duties. A bit of a rant here I know, but this song always reminds me that our soldiers come back feeling like they were "on the wrong side of heaven and the righteous side of hell" because we have been going to wars without a passion for a justified cause. Men do terrible things in war and if they cannot feel that they had a cause to believe in to attach the violence to and justify it then it will destroy them internally. A man's conscience is a powerful thing. It will lead him to do amazing things or tear him apart for doing terrible things.
As someone currently serving and someone that comes from a long line of military members, I want to thank you for your support, you just earned yourself another subscriber. I love watching people react to this song for the first time and I love Five Finger Death Punch because they have a wide range of songs that go from tugging at the heart strings to heavy rock that gets your blood pumping. I will say that this song has never made me cry or tear up, but Gone Away by them gets me every single time, it’s another military themed song and if you watch it, bring your tissues.
I watch this video a few times a year. I am glad I came across your reaction. Yours was the most pure and heartfelt reaction I can remember seeing. As a Army veteran I want to thank you and 5FDP.
Stacey as a veteran myself i will tell you unfortunately those numbers have nearly doubled in the last few yrs . I wish to thank you for taking the time to do this dedication in honor of the fallen and living veterans it means more to us then you know young lady. That was truly a heartfelt reaction and so many either don't realize the direness of the situation or just plain don't care. ALL GAVE SOME SOME GAVE ALL!! May you rest in peace brothers and sisters!!
This song is an emotional punch in the gut. Our Veterans deserve so much more. This message needs to be blasted from the rooftops. Thank you Veterans for your service 💙🇺🇸
We vets in the U.S. understand and know once they’re done with us, they discard us no matter what. That’s just the way it is. Thank you for this video.
Don't be ashamed for sharing your emotions! This is why many of us watch reaction videos; so we can see you experience what we feel. From a veteran myself, thank you for sharing. This video gets me every time I watch it.
I have a lot of veterans in my family and when I saw this for the first time my son was in the Marine Corps, struggling with some stuff and it was right when all of the events unfolded in Kabul. I lost so much weight from stress and worrying. Hadn't seen him in almost 2yrs at that point but I knew they were being briefed and on stand by for deployment. I cried for months praying I would never have the military show up at my door with horrifying news. Please don't apologize for getting emotional. We can do so much better for our veterans and I love and respect this band for bringing attention to these issues and their long term support of our service men and women. God bless you honey and all of our active and non active duty military. 🙏
This song always brings the memories of my father who did three volunteer tours in Vietnam. The stories he told of his return home and seeing so many condemning him and actually spitting on him! He past in a nursing home from wounds he carried at age 33. Remember All Gave Some..Some Gave All. 🇺🇲
Thank you for spreading this. I post this twice a year on my Facebook page. Today is one of those days. We must never forget the ultimate sacrifice, but we also must remember all who are still with us that are hurting.
Veterans deserve our deepest support and appreciation. They have volunteered to go and serve us and our country so we civilians don’t have to. I come from a family full of veterans from WWII to Vietnam and the Gulf War. I never served myself due to physical injuries sustained as a teenager. But I have family who have had serious struggles dealing with things that they had to do and things they witnessed. Luckily they had our family to support them and carry them through but not all veterans are so lucky. Thank you to all of you who have put your lives on the line for me and my family. Yours and your family’s sacrifices are much appreciated and you are loved more than you know.
i've also got very emotional watching this... my mother's late husband was a soldier in the Belgian army. And there's a song that will always be engraved in my mom's memory, the one from when he left for ex-Yugoslavia, this song created to say goodbye to them and perhaps forever was Conquest of Paradise by Vangelis. we heard it at my goddaughter's school party and she fell apart at the first note. All that to say, don't apologize for showing those tears, it happens to everyone, especially with lyrics that are sometimes very hard to take. Thank you.
Thank you for being you. I’m a retired soldier with 3 combat tours. Even though our government has let us down, it’s people like you and artists like Five Finger Death Punch, KISS, Trace Adkins and Toby Keith who help by shedding light on the struggles that the veterans of our country face every day.
Thank you for celebrating memorial day, most people misunderstand the day. Memorial day is to remember the military members who fought and died in action. they paid the price of freedom and some didn't come home. we remember therm. veterans day is the day to thank a veteran for their service. they put in time in the military and served and came home. some vets have seen some stuff that they carry with them for the rest of their life. armed forces day, is a day to thank the active duty that is serving now. Thank you for your videos and keep up the trip across the music path.
I would like to add content to my statement with my channel.....Deadheadz Coin. I am a marine...retired Army. I did a few tours over seas and lost a few good friends. I am now a disabled combat vet and love music.....it is my stress release. SEMPER FI
No apologies, I’ve heard and watched this song/music video at least 100 easily, and every time this time included I shed a tear. A lot of people give hate to this band, but with songs like this I don’t understand it and will never ever say a bad word about this band. 5FDP fan for life
As a old divorced fourth generation vet, with TBI and PTSD, existing under a VA program for homeless vets. Yeah this really hits home for me and has sense it came out and I don't see that or this changing before my last breath. I pray it does. Living life in this world, it is what it is.
Stacey, Every time I watch this video I lose it. After serving for 24 years with 4 tours this one hits home big time. Do not apologize. Thank you for being who you are and caring so much.
As a 47yo male with 2 sons, I have many family members how have and are still serving. I have this song on my UA-cam playlist and every time I see this video I cry. Watching people to react to it is one of my favorite things, because people in service member families know but most others don't. THANK YOU to all our great service members male and female, current or veteran. You are all true patriots and I love you all for giving your service to our country.
How can you not cry? This is powerful. I have friends who served, some with purple hearts among other medals. They sacrificed so much and have our greatest respect!
Pink Floyd's "The Gunner's Dream" is a song that I think of when it comes to remembrance, or "Brothers in Arms" by Dire Straits. All these songs bring tears, but they're all important.
It is a huge problem. My family and friends have PTSD and I have lost many to suicude. Thank you for sharing and bring attention to this. Our veterns deserve more than what they get. We need to do more for them.
I appreciate your emotional reflection on the song and the information presented from the video. As a Veteran who served in combat I ask that you reflect on this as well: Every military member; active, retired, disabled, etc. has a different experience and are affected differently. That goes for anyone that takes part in any organization. we all have our own stories. Some have stronger bonds than others. The stronger bonds I had were lost in combat. Therefore, I tend to be a little bitter about what I did and the way Society treats us, I often prefer not to mention my service because there's a severe lack of understanding and genuine appreciation. At the same time it's not the average Americans fault as they have not seen what I've seen, nor had to do what I did, and to be humble many more service members did so much more than myself, my contributions were very little, even in the short time I was overseas. I am grateful for the small pension I receive for my disability as I know so many more fellow veterans unjustly receive far less help than what I have been given. As it goes for so many of us, My wife will never know what I went through, nor will my children. It is difficult to talk about not so much for myself but more for the sake of not wanting them to know the pain and loss. I prefer them to see me as a loving father and husband that is here for them every day rather than a survivor that is lucky to be alive. There is more to me than the 8 years I served. That was only a part of my life, I want you to know the rest of it. I wish everyone the best. Thank you.
I'm not a vet, I've never risked my life in that capacity, but I always get emotional whenever I watch the music video or hear the song. Kudos to our current and former military for keeping the rest of us safe.
Stacey, I’m a subscriber to your channel and I enjoy your reactions. I’m a veteran and this video always hits me hard. I’ve been fortunate to be taken care of properly as far as my veteran status goes, but way too many of my brothers and sisters haven’t. I really want to thank you for your kind words, and for spreading the message ❤️🇺🇸
This video is powerful. As a veteran that almost became a part of the 22 per day, thank you for sharing your reaction and this video. No apologies needed for your genuine reaction and emotions.
Young lady, please understand this: your emotions showing warms the heart of this veterans. Never apologize. I went to war the first time 20 years and 2 months ago. I was sent to Baghdad. Ten days after arriving, I was blown up by a car bomb. I don't regret serving. In fact, I didn't know I was actually wounded, and stayed in country to finish my deployment. Then I continued to serve an additional four years. I didn't imagine I maybe shouldn't. Now, I'm 100% disabled. The plus side is I get to stay home all the time!😂
Stacy your emotions are what EVERYONE should feel. I'm a army veteran myself and to see you get so emotional show's how well they actually put this together. This whole song and many other songs from five is talking about veterans. I completely understand how you're feeling for I tear up every time I watch this video but can't get enough... You have opened up a big rabbit hole that you truly need to go down, for they're one of the few bands that hit home with basically every song they put out.... Millions of people can't be wrong when they get behind a band like Five Finger
I have to make this very important statement! I served for 10 years, an Arabic linguist. I'm a disabled vet, and the amazing healthcare I get from the VA these days is incredible!! Thank you, SO MUCH, VA for caring about us. The care today is 10000000% better than it was years ago. I love the VA today.
Thank you for your perspective. I'm a VFW, 19D US Army 1985-1991. My son is serving, 18X SOG he has 6 years so far. I have dozens of family members who served as well. I lost veteran friends in combat and after to drugs and suicide. This song always hits me hard every time I hear it. Thanks you again for sharing. Love!❤️
Thank you so much for doing this song. As an old divorced, disabled vet, with TBI and PTSD, existing under a VA program for homeless vets, this song hits hard for me every time.. Salute my brother and sister veterans.
I just now seen your reaction I am a 21 year retired veteran I served 5 years active during desert storm era got out and rejoined the national guard 13 years later because I felt like I didn't fit in and even a partial military life brought peace to me I deployed several times and I could always count on my military family sometimes even more than my blood we understand each other and we got each other's sixs (back) your reaction hit me hard you are in my military family now we got you
Desert Storm and Iraqi Freedom vet here. I've seen this video well over a hundred times, and it still kicks my ass. I'm glad to see it still making the rounds. Thank you for your reaction. Every time it gets posted, I believe it helps another vet.
Thank you for letting the whole video run out. My grandfather was in the airforce, my father was a corpman, and my brother was a ranger. Any platform this can be shared on is a step forward ❤
I had the same reaction after seeing this video for the first time. I love FFDP and knew this song for a while, but seeing this video for the first time really hits you like a ton of bricks. Thank you for sharing this reaction with us, and God Bless all our active military, veterans, Gold Star families and all those who made the ultimate sacrifice to preserve our freedoms and way of life.
As a wounded combat vet. I would like to say THANK YOU for keeping this message going. Lost more brother and sisters to their own hands than in combat.
From a 22 year Navy vet, thank you for doing this video. The message is powerfully presented, and really drives home that the government needs to do much better for those who serve/ served. A respectful Memorial Day to you and all who see this.
I am a Navy Vet that was medically retired after 2 years. The guy with the beard is someone I can relate with. It has been nearly 20 years since my service and I still have problems associated with my time in service and find myself in a dark place all the time. I now have a strong support system at home now. I am working on helping my sisters and brothers in arms by donating part of my profits to a veteran outreach charity.
25 years after he got out of the military, my best friend, whom I met on an Air Force base in 1978, took his own life. Something was fractured inside him during his time in uniform and the cracks kept extending and wideneing and then ... snap. I had no idea he was in trouble (we had stayed in touch all through the years) and, even as his "brother", I can't avoid thinking I failed him. Myself, I'm being treated for relatively minor (but still real) mental health issues, and it's the best call I've ever made. We drink juice and take aspirin when we catch cold, we go to the ER when we break a bone, but we think mental health troubles only happen to the weak, or that we'll just get better on our own. Every US veteran has access to VA healthcare, including mental health. I used to think it was only for retirees, but anyone who served 4 years and was honorably discharged qualifies for VA care. Thanks, Stacey, for watching the video and not hiding your tears. I've seen the video many times for the last 5-6 years and it breaks me down a little every time. If you are reading this comment and are a veteran and you think you could maybe use just a little help, it's there for you. It's "money on the table" and you earned it.
I cry every time I watch this video because, while I wasn’t allowed to join the military due to a knee injury as a kid, I come from a military family and currently have a son in the Army. Thanks for doing this Stacey 🤘🏻🔥💥🙏🏻💯🇺🇸
I come from many generations of military. I was not allowed to serve due to physical disabilities, but I can tell you that your tears while watching this are the exact right reaction. I graduated in the early 2000s, and have lost countless friends in the war. Some of those that I lost are still alive; but what they experienced has destroyed them to the point of no longer being themselves. My heart breaks for all the veterans and their families. To every veteran that happens to see this from home: I'm glad you made it home❤. To any who see this while serving: my highest love, respect, and gratitude to you❤.
As a Veteran this song always kills me. Would like to say I watched your full reaction but I know what this song does to me and not ready to be that destroyed for the rest of the day, can already fill it coming on just thinking about this son. I did get to see them live with a few friends and got to shake Ivans hand, even tho he was ultra busy chatting it up with people and letting his dog walk around a bit after the set.
I'm glad you go round to this one Stacey. Yes, a very emotion song with an even more emotional video to go with it. Through your expected emotions, you handles it very well. Bravo!
Thanks for doing this song. I’m late to the party, but I love your channel. I lost a good friend when we were in Afghanistan on 18 June 2013, and this song hits a little different. To all my Brothers and Sisters out there that have worn/ wear the uniform, please reach out and ask for help. I’m sure I speak for a lot of other people when I say I would rather listen/talk to you at 2 in the morning, than I would rather stand at your grave and wonder what I could’ve done differently. Thanks all of you who stood/ stand the watch.
This song always gets me, the part that gets me the most is when the vet who got injure recognised his Sergeant and got him off the street, I have a love for reading military history books, what they go through is 100% hard to capture in books and tv, a British vet who served my country ended up homeless and falling to addiction in America more specifically California,,his name is Geraint jones, the beach sacred his life making him be able to right books about military history, he even made books in Ancient Rome, it’s heartbreaking that no matter the country theirs always vets who has been failed by the government
It is individuals like yourself that make it worth it to serve, you show your appreciation for it. Thank you for sharing this with us. Happy thanksgiving! I am thankful for individuals like you who actually care about us.
I am a Navy veteran and every time I watch this video I cry. My time in was nothing like what the soldiers and marines on the ground went through. I wish I could do it again. We need people today to understand what their freedom has cost.
Thank you for watching this video. The message needs to be heard. I'm a Marine combat vet, I lost 2 brothers while I was in and 3 more to their own hands since we got back. 22 a day haunts me. Semper Fi to all my warriors out there, until we lift a horn in Valhalla. NEVER FORGOTTEN USMC
Hi Stacy. I Want to thank you for reacting to this song and bringing the issues of homeless vets to the masses. Unfortunately, I have recently found myself on the verge of becoming one of these stats that were talked about. I will be discharged from an advanced care facility after having surgery on a foot to save it from infection. I am still unable to walk, yet will be tossed out by the insurance on the 7th of July with no real support structure to help me. Living off grid in the middle of the Arizona desert in the 110+ degree heat is quite challenging enough, but to have to do it without being able to get around easily is going to be beyond a challenge. I am at the end of my rope and I am watching the light at the end of the tunnel fade. I am not wanting to become a statistic, yet feel that before too long, I will. Thank you for listening. It has helped to talk with someone. Even someone I do not even know. Have a great day.
Late to seeing this video, but I was very relieved to see someone shed tears while listening to this. To see a reaction that isn't so analytical of the music itself, and isn't detached from the actual messaging is very cathartic and heartwarming and I appreciate the real human emotion.
Thank you for your service as we salute to the Fallen on this fateful day, Memorial Day. I have another one from 5FDP. Their cover of Offspring's Gone Away.....I believe that Stacey will need tissues for this emotional song. My father's uncle served in WWII. My father's brother-in-law served in Korean War. My father did served in military, but he had to be discharged from service because his father (my grandfather) gotten sick. My father came back home to help his mom (my grandmother) to support his siblings. My mom's brother (my uncle) served in Navy 12 years active and 8 reserves. I wanted to join in Navy back in the mid 80's, but my feet disqualified my entrance. But I did work for government or military in electronics contractors.
15 year Navy Seabee veteran OIF/OEF, this song hits me hard every time. I've lost more brothers and sisters after we got home then while in theater. The lyrics really speak to veterans, understand that we commit felonies on behalf of the US government. We take lives, we destroy, but we also build and save lives. So yes, we are on the wrong side of Heaven and the righteous side of hell. We came home with promises and cheering crowds, but the moment we need help, we are ignored. Heaven and Hell again, and it's not getting any better. I was facing homelessness, reached out to a so called veteran's group called Mount Carmel, I did everything they asked immediately and they drug their feet to the point they couldn't afford to help me. Long story short, I needed $900 to pay rent, by the end of it all, I was $5k in the hole all because they kept stringing me on. I know that's anecdotal but it's just one example of how we are treated after honorably serving our country with our lives, risking the relationships of our families, and complete uncertainty for an entire deployment. And people wonder why we choose to end it. Now, all that being said, thank you for covering this song and bringing light to this issue.
Stacey, please don’t be sorry for sharing your emotions. Too many would rather walk by, ignore, or pretend everything is okay. Being willing to share this and be vulnerable with an emotion that so many of us share is welcomed, loved, and appreciated. Our government is failing the veterans, and the public in general is as well. It’s gutting and heartbreaking. Thank you. ❤
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sick to my stomach to see this country doing this. we have 535 members in congress and only 82 are vets... no wonder nothing gets done
@@zombiespongebob6903 Yup. Seems like the useless generation is winning... Too bad The Greatest Generation was great at everything but parenting.
@@jamescurfman3284 dam... you are absolutely correct.
@@zombiespongebob6903 Yeah. Sometimes I hate being right.
Being veteran, and I have heard this same comment from many other vets, and that is, when someone thanks us for or service, for a long time it was awkward and I didn't quite know what to say. Thanks just felt wrong. It took me a while before I came up with a honest reply and I would say to them, "IT WAS MY HONOR:. I feel it really was, but recently UI heard a newer and better reply, which is, "YOU WERE WORTH IT." Best line ever!
"You saved my life brother"......gets me everytime.
True 🥺
Every....single....time.... For me it's because my guy who saved my life died doing so. Just rips me apart every time.
I really wish they would have added subtitles to that bit so more people understand that this man was the Unit leader who saved and took a bullet for the man who wiped his tears in the end. It would have been so much more powerful for people who just don’t see the obvious.
Every single time 😭😭😭
@@themeez1000❤️🩹
The fact that there is 2 minutes of organizations to help Vets amplifies how much our government has failed on this issue!
If I may add this issue requires everyone to support in any way they can, not just the government and organisations listed.
Well said
If anyone ever wonders what our government honestly thinks of veteran's, look up who the Bonus Marcher's were ...
Our government uses us and then throws us aside. They give more to illegals than veterans who got messed up in their wars.
@TheDirge69 I don't agree. When our government spends over a trillion dollars per year on defense, they have the ability to wipe out this problem. But many of our politicians would rather play political games and they don't care who gets hurt in the process. Just look at how long it took for the burn pit victims just to get medical treatment. And even when it finally passed, some of the politicians had to be shamed into passing the bill.
As a retired disabled veteran, i would like to extend my gratitude to not only those who have served, but to those spouses that have served while being home and away form their loved ones and never got to see them again. When you are married you serve also, and not enough attention is brought to them. Thank you to my wife.
Military brats give up a lot for their parents to serve too. Getting moved from station to station and having to start over with new friends and schools isn't fun growing up either. It affects the whole family not just the spouse. Throw in some PTSD and it can be a rough childhood
As a disabled veteran unfortunately some wives are amazing but in my case she wasn't . It was free for all when I was deployed
Thank you for your service, from the bottom of my heart!
I have always said that it was easier to deploy than it would be to have a child or spouse deploy while I sat at home and wondered. My wife played mom and dad more times than I care to think about. Having people at home that are willing to do what is needed is something that doesn’t get enough credit. Thank you for bringing this up.
@@samuelpancake4084 statistics bro, part of it with my ex
Stacey, my heartfelt thank you for taking this on. From a disabled vet. From the scene of the arrest to the end makes me bawl. It's all about the bond and that bond extends back to previous and future soldiers, sailors, marines and airwomen and men
Thank you for your service
Thank you for your service. I hope you are doing well.
Well said Brother , fellow disabled vet here and I have the same reaction . Thank-you for your service and sacrifice in perseverance of freedom.
I spent 18 years in the US Army and 18 months in Iraq. The song makes me tear up every time. It's so real how so many of my friends fell throw the cracks. I was lucky to have a Military Family and dozens of military friends to lean on after my return from the sand box. It's a real gut punch.
I am a 50 year old 90% disabled USMC veteran and I always cry like a baby during this song. To all my brother and sister veterans, if you are having troubles, there is always somebody out there that will listen. I know it is tough to ask for help but we were all taught while in that it takes teamwork make things happen. Somebody will always listen to you. If you can not find anybody, I will listen. Reply and I will reach out to you. Now saying all that, it does not go for just follow veterans, if anybody needs help, you can reach out to those same institutions at the end of the video and they will put you in contact with the correct people.
I’m a 40yr old infantryman from 2004-2010 - it took me 5 years to get 50% disability (paid 40)…. What’s your secret
@@JacobMoore-tk7wt Thank you for your service, brother. My medical history was well documented while in service. I was also told that I was too broken to re-up but not broken enough to kick out on a medical discharge. I could not even go in to the reserves. There was an incident in boot camp that fractured my ankles. I was dropped from training and put in to MRP for a month and then PCP. So, I got to spend an extra month and a half in boot camp. I was also sent in to the gas chamber 6 times in one day and the last two times without my gas mask. That tore up my sinus which I had to have surgery on a couple of years later but while I was still in service. There was another incident where I fell about 15 feet flat on my back and which I had to be extracted. Now I have my spine fused in two places. There are a couple of other things that I have but this is long enough. No pitty party, though I would not pay $0.25 to do it all over again but I would not take a millions dollars for the experiences.
Semper Fi..I'm 53 with only 10% disabled Marine
I am a 74 year old vet. I have seen this video probably12 times. Still cry watching it.
Thank you for your service... As i said in my comment : ANYone who watches this without a wet eye is not human..
Me too brother
As a vet I thank you for your true emotion and the dedication of this song.
5FDP gets us veterans, they do, or atleast did, a lot of USO tours to our troops deployed overseas. To me, the band gets us Vets and honors what we did. For that, they we will always be my favorite band. And, yes, I am Army veteran.
Just to clarify, Memorial Day is commerate those who never came home from war. Veterans Day commerates those who served and are currently serving. Thank anyone in uniform for their service; they hate it and at the same time appreciate the hell out of it. Thank a Veteran. They were willing to lay down their lives to keep you free. I know, I was one of them.
I served in the U S Army Field Artillery from 1973 thru 1994. Thank You for thanking me.!!!
07:35 don´t apologise for shedding tears, I´m bawling to rewatching this. Born in 1977, joined in 2001, served overseas 2007-2011, working desk duty since, busted ankle, knee, shoulder, back messed up at lower back, between shoulder blades and upper neck, yet I´m one of the lucky ones, got home, have a job and just medicate myself with alcohol, coffee and cigarettes, mind is messed up and sleep is nightmarishly limited to 2--3 hrs at a time yet must be achieved to keep the voices away, hence the copious amounts of alcohol to fall asleep. I still have a home, I´m one of the lucky ones.
Thank you for your sacrifice!
I served 1997-2003.
But I can't even be near alcohol. Have to avoid it entirely (even avoiding restaurants where it is served). I have zero control when it's there. Some deep seeded need to eliminate as much brain activity as possible or something.
Haven't managed to kick the cigs or coffee, though. I find sleeping more than a couple of hours at a time to be nearly impossible as well, but instead of alcohol to block out enough to get at least a bit of rest, I have now gone the thc route. Seems to numb me up better with far fewer consequences and no risk of repeat alcohol poisoning.
I'm a 67 year old US army veteran i served in Vietnam for 28 months it was an honor to do so. I want to Thank you very much for doing a reaction to this song everytime i listen to this it realy hits home,Don't be sorry for getting emotional i wish more people were like you.We did what we sign up for to come home and be treated like dirt and scum spit at cussed at it wasn't us who did anything wrong to be treated so badly. Once again Thank you Thank you
As an Australian who was born during the war, but saw the aftermath our vets went through, thnx for your service, mate. You might appreciate this tribute that was written here in the 80’s. It hits hard and served as a big wake-up call for our nation on how we treated veterans.
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I want to say from the bottom of my heart,thank you sir for your service. And if it has not been said to you....Welcome Home Soldier 🤝🙏 God bless you and yours
@@jamesdoyle1315 Thank You Brother
@@DarkSta77 Thank you for shareing this video stirs up alot of memories of what realy went on over there Thank You
@@DarkSta77 i may have replied to this post but wanted to make sure thank you for posting the video it brought back alot of memories of what realy went on over there once again thank you very much
I LOVE AND RESPECT THE MILLITARY - Thank you for your service you are our Worlds Hero's - My Great Uncle was a British Tank Commander at Sword beach landings in Normandy WW2 and was captured by the Germans - Spent the whole war in a POW camp Stalag 4B in Austria - he was never the same man, totally destroyed after the war.
This makes me cry.... God Bless our living hero's xxxxxxxxxx
When the black soldier help his friend on the street, you can easily read on his lips "you save my life Brother" gave me goosebumps each times
Makes me cry every time.
Yeah same here, even know you can't hear what he is saying damn it you can feel it in your soul.
Dont apologize for showing your emotions. It shows us veterans that people truly care. And i say this to you as a number in that statistic. In my case ive stashed my traumatic experinces away for too long and they have finally caught up with me. I am a homeless vet but luckily i have a place that helps vets and am currently going to meetings to try to overcome my experiences.
I want to sincerely thank you for caring and helping to bring light to this. Thank You
U.S.M.C vet
Speaking as a disabled veteran, a Navy Fleet Marine Force Corpsman (think medic, better trained) I'm 58 now. You have no reason whatsoever to apologize for tears. I shed them every time. The only thing I'll ask you to remember, this video is more than 10 years out old. The numbers shown have not improved. Your reaction to this video is spot on. The last line spoken by the characters "YOU KNOW ME! YOU SAVED MY LIFE BROTHER!" Hits me hard every single time. The bond you spoke of is very real. My best friend we met at our first duty station. We have been closer than Brothers for 40 years now.
Yeah, that's the part that always gets me, too.
You don't know me for mad and brother
But me and my family thank you for keeping us safe
I just don't understand why this government doesn't do more for Veterans I just don't get it
@@bill9605 None of us get it.
@bill9605 because the vets are useless to them. They only "care" about actively serving to do what they want. Then once out, that same govt tries their damndest not to take care of the people they fucked up both physically/ or mentally.
As a Marine I want to thank you in particular for your service. You corpsmen kept us going.
I bawl my eyes out every time I hear this song. To all the veterans that may see this… Thank you so much for everything you’ve done for everyone in our country. I have infinite respect for your sacrifice. Thank you.
Military veteran here. Never forget your emotions, we are all human. It took me a while to figure that out. I’ve woken up on the curb before and survived more than cold days. Now I am on my feet and fighting for those who were by my side. I am fighting for those who fight for US. Please bring awareness today, a veteran and war hero is out there figuring out if he is human and where did it all go wrong and where he might sleep tonight. Be safe everyone!
Thank you for letting the last few minutes of the organizations listed at the end play out. As a vet who has had serious difficulties and is only still here because of one of those organizations and who has lost far too many that I served with (most by their own hand), it means more to me than you can ever know.
Don't be embarrassed or feel the need to apologize/explain away your emotions. It shows your compassion and empathy, and is a testament to the quality of your character.
I have a playlist of songs I flip through when days are rough. I stumbled across your reaction video and was curious knowing the context of the video. After watching, it gives me pride. I feel that someone else really knows how tough it can be and the sacrifices made. I appreciate your families service to our great country and your obvious gratitude as well. 🇺🇸
I'm a NAVY veteran. I really appreciate you getting how we feel. I'm pretty sure that you've listened to and watched more 5FDP after this. They are big promoters of our troops. Check out M.C. Abdul "Shouting At The Wall" this is another truthful song. Look at the date of the posting and look at what you're being shown and told on TV. Then go from there with how feel where the truth is coming from. Thank you.
Thank you for your service, you're always welcomed.
50yo vet here. Cry every time I see this video, or even just hear the song. You've done well with this reaction.
As someone who lost a friend who was a veteran who unfortunately took his life, to all the brave men and women who serve in the military I say from the bottom of my heart THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE! If you’re struggling, please seek help. Don’t end your life, you’re valuable to us.
You don't have to apologize, you didn't know the song beforehand. And you don't have to apologize at all for your reaction, it hit me just as hard the first time I heard it as a former soldier deployed for the UN. It reminded me of all the pain and anger I took home with me ❤️
1:08 my father would thank you also. he served 4 years in the Marines and has died recently do to cancer. this was his favorite song. it would remind him of his time in the force. broke down every time we watched it together. he had quite a few good stories to tell. i think about him now whenever i hear this some
Great reaction. As a US Army veteran, this song and video puts a lump in my throat. I have much respect for FFDP and their efforts.
This type of stuff is why I always thank military when I see them, and if I'm able I buy them a drink or a meal to show my appreciation. Cuz even one act of kindness and respect and acknowledgement can save them from going dark, to all veterans or current active military, THANK YOU, I love you all
Semper Fi! Served 2 tours to Iraq from 2005-2009 and just want to let you know that you are worth the service and sacrifice we all make! I've lost more brothers after leaving the service to drugs or suicide than during war. It's nice to know that people do still care about us veterans and active duty. Thank you so much for your reaction!
I served in the Navy, 84-88. My father served in the Army, 58-60. My eyes leak every time I see this video. You get it. God Bless.
I sat down tonight and clicked on your video while I was in my own head about my dad who is no longer here. I know this song very well as I'm a fan of the band, but your reaction brought me to tears because we both come from Military families. I resent the way our veterans are treated and have been treated for way longer than this video depicts. It makes you realize what's important to the elites and what isn't. This had been going on way before Vietnam ever started and only got worse. That lyric tells the story and a lot more....So when we have discussions about pride for our country....veterans that have seen hell first hand, and don't know how to forget it....need to be put first in line for help when they get home. Not people crossing the border with a hand out saying my country won't afford me a free living...
I am an honorably discharged veteran who has served two deployments. I was homeless for almost a year.
Now that I
am in a better place, my main focus is to help my brother and sister veterans who are in situations now that I once was.
Thank you for sharing this video❤
Thank your your service sir! I’m happy to hear you’re in a better place, keep up the good work.
@cedriklafleur6711 Thank you😉
@@cedriklafleur6711 Thank you 😉
This song never fails to hit home and the music does a fantastic job of grabbing your heart. Ivan Moody is an excellent and powerful singer indeed. I love the way he can quite literally sing a roar that expresses pain, anger and anguish. What I always take from this song is the reality that our soldiers are citizens who feel a calling to serve their country only for our greedy politicians to misuse that calling to duty. Our soldiers believe they are meant to protect their home country, but are sent into unjust conflicts. They are shoved through wars that we don't belong in or should have started, fighting and dying for causes We The People did not vote for. They come home broken in body and spirit or in a box, having lost brothers and seen carnage and inflicted death and pain upon others and in the end they don't feel like heros because there was never a truly justified cause to believe in to begin with. They come home asking themselves "what the hell did we go do all that for?" and the only answer they can find is that our politicians told them to. My dad is a 75yo Vietnam War veteran and he still talks and fights in his sleep, sometimes to the point that I wake him so he can start over in his rest. Our soldiers' duty and sacrifices are abused and misused for the greed of career politicians who have lost touch with the people and the righteousness of their office duties. A bit of a rant here I know, but this song always reminds me that our soldiers come back feeling like they were "on the wrong side of heaven and the righteous side of hell" because we have been going to wars without a passion for a justified cause. Men do terrible things in war and if they cannot feel that they had a cause to believe in to attach the violence to and justify it then it will destroy them internally. A man's conscience is a powerful thing. It will lead him to do amazing things or tear him apart for doing terrible things.
It's nice to see that there is still compassion in this world. You are a wonderful person. Greetings from Austria
As someone currently serving and someone that comes from a long line of military members, I want to thank you for your support, you just earned yourself another subscriber. I love watching people react to this song for the first time and I love Five Finger Death Punch because they have a wide range of songs that go from tugging at the heart strings to heavy rock that gets your blood pumping. I will say that this song has never made me cry or tear up, but Gone Away by them gets me every single time, it’s another military themed song and if you watch it, bring your tissues.
USAF Vet here. Touching display of your heart. It helps to know people care and that you are using this to reach out for Veterans.
I watch this video a few times a year. I am glad I came across your reaction. Yours was the most pure and heartfelt reaction I can remember seeing. As a Army veteran I want to thank you and 5FDP.
Stacey as a veteran myself i will tell you unfortunately those numbers have nearly doubled in the last few yrs . I wish to thank you for taking the time to do this dedication in honor of the fallen and living veterans it means more to us then you know young lady. That was truly a heartfelt reaction and so many either don't realize the direness of the situation or just plain don't care. ALL GAVE SOME SOME GAVE ALL!! May you rest in peace brothers and sisters!!
This song is an emotional punch in the gut. Our Veterans deserve so much more. This message needs to be blasted from the rooftops. Thank you Veterans for your service 💙🇺🇸
Damn. I'm a veteran. I've seen this video several times, but watching you experience it was definitely an emotional release for me I didn't expect.
We vets in the U.S. understand and know once they’re done with us, they discard us no matter what. That’s just the way it is.
Thank you for this video.
Don't be ashamed for sharing your emotions! This is why many of us watch reaction videos; so we can see you experience what we feel. From a veteran myself, thank you for sharing. This video gets me every time I watch it.
I have a lot of veterans in my family and when I saw this for the first time my son was in the Marine Corps, struggling with some stuff and it was right when all of the events unfolded in Kabul. I lost so much weight from stress and worrying. Hadn't seen him in almost 2yrs at that point but I knew they were being briefed and on stand by for deployment. I cried for months praying I would never have the military show up at my door with horrifying news. Please don't apologize for getting emotional. We can do so much better for our veterans and I love and respect this band for bringing attention to these issues and their long term support of our service men and women. God bless you honey and all of our active and non active duty military. 🙏
This song always brings the memories of my father who did three volunteer tours in Vietnam. The stories he told of his return home and seeing so many condemning him and actually spitting on him! He past in a nursing home from wounds he carried at age 33. Remember All Gave Some..Some Gave All. 🇺🇲
Thank you for spreading this. I post this twice a year on my Facebook page. Today is one of those days. We must never forget the ultimate sacrifice, but we also must remember all who are still with us that are hurting.
Veterans deserve our deepest support and appreciation. They have volunteered to go and serve us and our country so we civilians don’t have to. I come from a family full of veterans from WWII to Vietnam and the Gulf War. I never served myself due to physical injuries sustained as a teenager. But I have family who have had serious struggles dealing with things that they had to do and things they witnessed. Luckily they had our family to support them and carry them through but not all veterans are so lucky. Thank you to all of you who have put your lives on the line for me and my family. Yours and your family’s sacrifices are much appreciated and you are loved more than you know.
i've also got very emotional watching this...
my mother's late husband was a soldier in the Belgian army. And there's a song that will always be engraved in my mom's memory, the one from when he left for ex-Yugoslavia, this song created to say goodbye to them and perhaps forever was Conquest of Paradise by Vangelis. we heard it at my goddaughter's school party and she fell apart at the first note.
All that to say, don't apologize for showing those tears, it happens to everyone, especially with lyrics that are sometimes very hard to take.
Thank you.
Thank you for being you. I’m a retired soldier with 3 combat tours. Even though our government has let us down, it’s people like you and artists like Five Finger Death Punch, KISS, Trace Adkins and Toby Keith who help by shedding light on the struggles that the veterans of our country face every day.
Thank you for what you have done
Thank you for celebrating memorial day, most people misunderstand the day. Memorial day is to remember the military members who fought and died in action. they paid the price of freedom and some didn't come home. we remember therm. veterans day is the day to thank a veteran for their service. they put in time in the military and served and came home. some vets have seen some stuff that they carry with them for the rest of their life. armed forces day, is a day to thank the active duty that is serving now.
Thank you for your videos and keep up the trip across the music path.
Motorhead 1916 is also a great war song that gives a look at young adults in a time of war.
I would like to add content to my statement with my channel.....Deadheadz Coin. I am a marine...retired Army. I did a few tours over seas and lost a few good friends. I am now a disabled combat vet and love music.....it is my stress release. SEMPER FI
No apologies, I’ve heard and watched this song/music video at least 100 easily, and every time this time included I shed a tear. A lot of people give hate to this band, but with songs like this I don’t understand it and will never ever say a bad word about this band. 5FDP fan for life
Beautiful reaction Stacey. Never be ashamed to cry. Our veterans deserve our tears and love and so much more.
As a old divorced fourth generation vet, with TBI and PTSD, existing under a VA program for homeless vets. Yeah this really hits home for me and has sense it came out and I don't see that or this changing before my last breath. I pray it does. Living life in this world, it is what it is.
Stacey, Every time I watch this video I lose it. After serving for 24 years with 4 tours this one hits home big time. Do not apologize. Thank you for being who you are and caring so much.
As a 47yo male with 2 sons, I have many family members how have and are still serving. I have this song on my UA-cam playlist and every time I see this video I cry. Watching people to react to it is one of my favorite things, because people in service member families know but most others don't. THANK YOU to all our great service members male and female, current or veteran. You are all true patriots and I love you all for giving your service to our country.
How can you not cry? This is powerful. I have friends who served, some with purple hearts among other medals. They sacrificed so much and have our greatest respect!
Pink Floyd's "The Gunner's Dream" is a song that I think of when it comes to remembrance, or "Brothers in Arms" by Dire Straits. All these songs bring tears, but they're all important.
"And you'll no longer burn to be brothers in arms..."
Brings me to tears every time, no matter how many times I see it so don't worry about the tears.
It is a huge problem. My family and friends have PTSD and I have lost many to suicude. Thank you for sharing and bring attention to this. Our veterns deserve more than what they get. We need to do more for them.
I appreciate your emotional reflection on the song and the information presented from the video. As a Veteran who served in combat I ask that you reflect on this as well: Every military member; active, retired, disabled, etc. has a different experience and are affected differently. That goes for anyone that takes part in any organization. we all have our own stories. Some have stronger bonds than others. The stronger bonds I had were lost in combat. Therefore, I tend to be a little bitter about what I did and the way Society treats us, I often prefer not to mention my service because there's a severe lack of understanding and genuine appreciation. At the same time it's not the average Americans fault as they have not seen what I've seen, nor had to do what I did, and to be humble many more service members did so much more than myself, my contributions were very little, even in the short time I was overseas. I am grateful for the small pension I receive for my disability as I know so many more fellow veterans unjustly receive far less help than what I have been given. As it goes for so many of us, My wife will never know what I went through, nor will my children. It is difficult to talk about not so much for myself but more for the sake of not wanting them to know the pain and loss. I prefer them to see me as a loving father and husband that is here for them every day rather than a survivor that is lucky to be alive. There is more to me than the 8 years I served. That was only a part of my life, I want you to know the rest of it. I wish everyone the best. Thank you.
I'm not a vet, I've never risked my life in that capacity, but I always get emotional whenever I watch the music video or hear the song. Kudos to our current and former military for keeping the rest of us safe.
Stacey, I’m a subscriber to your channel and I enjoy your reactions. I’m a veteran and this video always hits me hard. I’ve been fortunate to be taken care of properly as far as my veteran status goes, but way too many of my brothers and sisters haven’t. I really want to thank you for your kind words, and for spreading the message ❤️🇺🇸
This video is powerful. As a veteran that almost became a part of the 22 per day, thank you for sharing your reaction and this video. No apologies needed for your genuine reaction and emotions.
Young lady, please understand this: your emotions showing warms the heart of this veterans. Never apologize.
I went to war the first time 20 years and 2 months ago. I was sent to Baghdad. Ten days after arriving, I was blown up by a car bomb. I don't regret serving. In fact, I didn't know I was actually wounded, and stayed in country to finish my deployment. Then I continued to serve an additional four years. I didn't imagine I maybe shouldn't. Now, I'm 100% disabled. The plus side is I get to stay home all the time!😂
Stacy your emotions are what EVERYONE should feel. I'm a army veteran myself and to see you get so emotional show's how well they actually put this together. This whole song and many other songs from five is talking about veterans. I completely understand how you're feeling for I tear up every time I watch this video but can't get enough... You have opened up a big rabbit hole that you truly need to go down, for they're one of the few bands that hit home with basically every song they put out.... Millions of people can't be wrong when they get behind a band like Five Finger
I have to make this very important statement! I served for 10 years, an Arabic linguist. I'm a disabled vet, and the amazing healthcare I get from the VA these days is incredible!! Thank you, SO MUCH, VA for caring about us. The care today is 10000000% better than it was years ago. I love the VA today.
oh, and FFDP is amazing! My son and I saw them in concert, absolutely incredible!!!
Your tears are the greatest praise for the video. Thank you for sharing your feelings with us. 🫶
Thank you for your perspective. I'm a VFW, 19D US Army 1985-1991.
My son is serving, 18X SOG he has 6 years so far.
I have dozens of family members who served as well.
I lost veteran friends in combat and after to drugs and suicide.
This song always hits me hard every time I hear it.
Thanks you again for sharing.
Love!❤️
Thank you so much for doing this song. As an old divorced, disabled vet, with TBI and PTSD, existing under a VA program for homeless vets, this song hits hard for me every time.. Salute my brother and sister veterans.
I just now seen your reaction I am a 21 year retired veteran I served 5 years active during desert storm era got out and rejoined the national guard 13 years later because I felt like I didn't fit in and even a partial military life brought peace to me I deployed several times and I could always count on my military family sometimes even more than my blood we understand each other and we got each other's sixs (back) your reaction hit me hard you are in my military family now we got you
God bless you, Stacey. Thank you. Blessings to all Service Members and THANK YOU.
Desert Storm and Iraqi Freedom vet here. I've seen this video well over a hundred times, and it still kicks my ass. I'm glad to see it still making the rounds. Thank you for your reaction. Every time it gets posted, I believe it helps another vet.
Thank you for letting the whole video run out. My grandfather was in the airforce, my father was a corpman, and my brother was a ranger. Any platform this can be shared on is a step forward ❤
I had the same reaction after seeing this video for the first time. I love FFDP and knew this song for a while, but seeing this video for the first time really hits you like a ton of bricks. Thank you for sharing this reaction with us, and God Bless all our active military, veterans, Gold Star families and all those who made the ultimate sacrifice to preserve our freedoms and way of life.
As a wounded combat vet. I would like to say THANK YOU for keeping this message going. Lost more brother and sisters to their own hands than in combat.
From a 22 year Navy vet, thank you for doing this video. The message is powerfully presented, and really drives home that the government needs to do much better for those who serve/ served. A respectful Memorial Day to you and all who see this.
I am a Navy Vet that was medically retired after 2 years. The guy with the beard is someone I can relate with. It has been nearly 20 years since my service and I still have problems associated with my time in service and find myself in a dark place all the time. I now have a strong support system at home now. I am working on helping my sisters and brothers in arms by donating part of my profits to a veteran outreach charity.
As a veteran Thank you for doing this video. I watch a bunch of your videos. Great video. By the way, the long dark hair looks very beautiful on you!
25 years after he got out of the military, my best friend, whom I met on an Air Force base in 1978, took his own life. Something was fractured inside him during his time in uniform and the cracks kept extending and wideneing and then ... snap. I had no idea he was in trouble (we had stayed in touch all through the years) and, even as his "brother", I can't avoid thinking I failed him. Myself, I'm being treated for relatively minor (but still real) mental health issues, and it's the best call I've ever made. We drink juice and take aspirin when we catch cold, we go to the ER when we break a bone, but we think mental health troubles only happen to the weak, or that we'll just get better on our own. Every US veteran has access to VA healthcare, including mental health. I used to think it was only for retirees, but anyone who served 4 years and was honorably discharged qualifies for VA care. Thanks, Stacey, for watching the video and not hiding your tears. I've seen the video many times for the last 5-6 years and it breaks me down a little every time. If you are reading this comment and are a veteran and you think you could maybe use just a little help, it's there for you. It's "money on the table" and you earned it.
Thank you, your emotions show us that there are people out there who really do care about our sacrifices.
I cry every time I watch this video because, while I wasn’t allowed to join the military due to a knee injury as a kid, I come from a military family and currently have a son in the Army. Thanks for doing this Stacey 🤘🏻🔥💥🙏🏻💯🇺🇸
Thank you for your family's service and hope your son stays safe in his service
I come from many generations of military. I was not allowed to serve due to physical disabilities, but I can tell you that your tears while watching this are the exact right reaction. I graduated in the early 2000s, and have lost countless friends in the war. Some of those that I lost are still alive; but what they experienced has destroyed them to the point of no longer being themselves. My heart breaks for all the veterans and their families. To every veteran that happens to see this from home: I'm glad you made it home❤. To any who see this while serving: my highest love, respect, and gratitude to you❤.
You are awesome. Thank you from a veteran. God bless you.
As a Veteran this song always kills me. Would like to say I watched your full reaction but I know what this song does to me and not ready to be that destroyed for the rest of the day, can already fill it coming on just thinking about this son. I did get to see them live with a few friends and got to shake Ivans hand, even tho he was ultra busy chatting it up with people and letting his dog walk around a bit after the set.
I came across this video randomly. I am an OIF OEF vet. I really appreciated your video and thank to for sharing the organizations.
I'm glad you go round to this one Stacey. Yes, a very emotion song with an even more emotional video to go with it. Through your expected emotions, you handles it very well. Bravo!
If it makes you feel any better, I bawl my eyes out every time I hear this song too… it’s definitely the correct emotion. 🇺🇸💙🙏
I'm a grown man and I have never watched this video without getting emotional. I'm beyond grateful that they made this video.
Girl, I appreciate you for uploading this and putting yourself out there. Thank you for your support.
That is in fact the appropriate response to this and a few other of their videos! Congratulations, you have a soul.
Thanks for doing this song. I’m late to the party, but I love your channel. I lost a good friend when we were in Afghanistan on 18 June 2013, and this song hits a little different. To all my Brothers and Sisters out there that have worn/ wear the uniform, please reach out and ask for help. I’m sure I speak for a lot of other people when I say I would rather listen/talk to you at 2 in the morning, than I would rather stand at your grave and wonder what I could’ve done differently. Thanks all of you who stood/ stand the watch.
This song always gets me, the part that gets me the most is when the vet who got injure recognised his Sergeant and got him off the street, I have a love for reading military history books, what they go through is 100% hard to capture in books and tv, a British vet who served my country ended up homeless and falling to addiction in America more specifically California,,his name is Geraint jones, the beach sacred his life making him be able to right books about military history, he even made books in Ancient Rome, it’s heartbreaking that no matter the country theirs always vets who has been failed by the government
It is individuals like yourself that make it worth it to serve, you show your appreciation for it. Thank you for sharing this with us. Happy thanksgiving! I am thankful for individuals like you who actually care about us.
I am a Navy veteran and every time I watch this video I cry. My time in was nothing like what the soldiers and marines on the ground went through. I wish I could do it again. We need people today to understand what their freedom has cost.
Thank you for watching this video. The message needs to be heard. I'm a Marine combat vet, I lost 2 brothers while I was in and 3 more to their own hands since we got back. 22 a day haunts me. Semper Fi to all my warriors out there, until we lift a horn in Valhalla. NEVER FORGOTTEN USMC
Hi Stacy. I Want to thank you for reacting to this song and bringing the issues of homeless vets to the masses. Unfortunately, I have recently found myself on the verge of becoming one of these stats that were talked about. I will be discharged from an advanced care facility after having surgery on a foot to save it from infection. I am still unable to walk, yet will be tossed out by the insurance on the 7th of July with no real support structure to help me. Living off grid in the middle of the Arizona desert in the 110+ degree heat is quite challenging enough, but to have to do it without being able to get around easily is going to be beyond a challenge. I am at the end of my rope and I am watching the light at the end of the tunnel fade. I am not wanting to become a statistic, yet feel that before too long, I will. Thank you for listening. It has helped to talk with someone. Even someone I do not even know. Have a great day.
Late to seeing this video, but I was very relieved to see someone shed tears while listening to this. To see a reaction that isn't so analytical of the music itself, and isn't detached from the actual messaging is very cathartic and heartwarming and I appreciate the real human emotion.
I was a soldier too, and I understand. Another emotional song on the topic is "Afraid to shoot stranger" by Iron Maiden
Thank you for your service as we salute to the Fallen on this fateful day, Memorial Day.
I have another one from 5FDP. Their cover of Offspring's Gone Away.....I believe that Stacey will need tissues for this emotional song.
My father's uncle served in WWII. My father's brother-in-law served in Korean War. My father did served in military, but he had to be discharged from service because his father (my grandfather) gotten sick. My father came back home to help his mom (my grandmother) to support his siblings. My mom's brother (my uncle) served in Navy 12 years active and 8 reserves. I wanted to join in Navy back in the mid 80's, but my feet disqualified my entrance. But I did work for government or military in electronics contractors.
@@MrTech226 I'm not American, I'm Italian, and I've been in Kosovo
@@user-xq7mh5kg6bvvf3 ok, still thanks for your service
15 year Navy Seabee veteran OIF/OEF, this song hits me hard every time. I've lost more brothers and sisters after we got home then while in theater. The lyrics really speak to veterans, understand that we commit felonies on behalf of the US government. We take lives, we destroy, but we also build and save lives. So yes, we are on the wrong side of Heaven and the righteous side of hell. We came home with promises and cheering crowds, but the moment we need help, we are ignored. Heaven and Hell again, and it's not getting any better. I was facing homelessness, reached out to a so called veteran's group called Mount Carmel, I did everything they asked immediately and they drug their feet to the point they couldn't afford to help me. Long story short, I needed $900 to pay rent, by the end of it all, I was $5k in the hole all because they kept stringing me on. I know that's anecdotal but it's just one example of how we are treated after honorably serving our country with our lives, risking the relationships of our families, and complete uncertainty for an entire deployment. And people wonder why we choose to end it. Now, all that being said, thank you for covering this song and bringing light to this issue.
Also your reactions to the video show that you are a good person and have heart. Thank you again for doing this video.