*Brotherhood. Supporting each other when others need a helping hand. This song became hugely popular with our soldiers in the Vietnam War. It is a simple and beautiful message. Sometimes, just a lonely harmonica can be so evocative.*
This came from the motto for the Boy’s town in Nebraska. In the early 1920’s Father Flanagan saw a comic strip where a man noticed a boy carrying another boy on his back and asked if he was heavy. The boy replied He ain’t heavy, he’s my brother. Father Flanagan liked the message and requested to use it.
This is my favorite Hollie's song . All about brotherhood, humanity. You know love one another as Jesus commanded us to ? Maybe you should listen to the song again
Another song that evoked the same kind of emotion was "Get Together" by the Youngbloods. "Come on, people now, smile on your brother Everybody get together, try to love one another right now"
I love The Hollies and this is one of my all time fav songs! I grew up in the 60's and love the tunes from the 60's, 70's and 80's, well and the 90's and so on..
This came from boy's town in Omaha Nebraska. It was an orphanage at that time. 2 boys came for care, the younger on the older brother's back. He told the priest "he's not heavy, he's my brother." Boy's town is now a village, supporting both boys and girls.
This was once used for a charity - Boys' Town, I think. The graphic was a teen carrying his Handicapped brother (with crutches) on his back. Gospel, yes - am I not my Brother's Keeper?
The Hollies were well known for their harmonies. Allan Clarke took over most of the singing after Graham Nash left to form Crosby, Stills, & Nash. React to "Bus Stop" next from them. Thanks.
Super thoughtful reaction again.. Your channel is one of the very best out there on you tube. You are doing a great job. Super group the Hollies. This was a huge hit ...no surprise. A beautiful ballad. Great reaction...i agree...Gospel??
This is my favorite Hollies song. I'm wondering if you got the point of the message of the song. The lyrics and vocals are positively beautiful. I actually never paid attention to the drums. I think you missed the point. Give it another listen
Back then, we didn't regard it as about a biological brother, it was about the brotherhood of man and looking out for and all of us supporting those in need of help along the path of life, A good maxim to espouse. And Alan Clarke had a great voice.
A fellow from Nazareth also taught love for the downtrodden, the orphan, and the immigrant, the pilgrim. He would tell us to pray for those who cannot find their humanity, and are unconscious of their connections to all other human beings. We are on a Long Dark Road (another hit by The Hollies).
The Gospel label comes from the lyrics of the song. It's a song about brotherly love. A major teaching of Christianity and the Bible. You should react to LONG COOL WOMAN IN A BLACK DRESS by The Hollies next. It's a classic rock song. Definitely NOT a Gospel song in theme or genre. It's a rocker with one of THE most recognizable guitar riffs (Song Intros) in rock history.
@@garykatz775 Very true. I stumbled upon EJ in 1971. He wasn't very well known yet in Canada, but I saw his album Tumbleweed Connection in the record store and took a chance. I was hooked right away and became huge fan....always bought his next album the week it came out. Never disappointed. I think my favourite track of his is "Ticking" of the Caribou album. Pretty powerful song.
If you like orchestras combining with Rock bands, you need to check out Procol Harum doing A Whiter Shade of Pale. Make sure you get the live recording that was done in Denmark with the Danish National Orcheetra, it is amazing.
This is a great song. But I would be remiss if I didn't tell you that Donny Hathaway does a live version of this song that brings me to tears. Definitely worth a listen.
Bobby Elliott is a superb drummer! Love the Hollies. You would love Long Cool Woman a Black Dress which is very different for them. Or Bisexual Stop or Carrie Ann
With all due respect...for what we're used to listening to...the music is basic, standard even. WHAT STANDS OUT and I believe why we STILL hear this song is for the social commentary...THAT TO HELP OTHERS isn't or shouldn't be considered a heavy load to bear. Its a classic message with concept that is timeless.
I have waiting for You to do more reactions for Ren. Like Back on 74/message in the bottle or I shoot the sheriff (video where Ren has red suspenders). Different side of Ren for You to hear.
What is the matter with you Yanks , what is your obsession with "Genre", if you can't put a song in a box you don't know what to do with it , really weird !
Their music industry commodifies music by carving it into specific genres. That way they can forecast expected profits based on demographic sizes. So listeners end up being fed segregated, pigeonholed music and end up being brainwashed - if it’s not a clear genre, then it does not compute!
The song refers to the surviving combatants of the Vietnam War who, upon returning home, manifested nervous disorders and psychological imbalances such that being too often judged as crazy ("He Ain't Heavy") by the family, those around them and the community, they experienced inhumane exclusion ("He's My Brother"). On this issue, it is the most beautiful and emotional song to have been composed and recorded. Thanks. [NB: Two musical instruments were favored by the fighters sent to Vietnam: the guitar and the harmonica.]
Nope, a boys orphanage…one of the Fathers saw two boys, one had leg braces, and he was being carried by the other…the Father said something like, “you sure you can carry him, he looks heavy…”…boy replied, “he’s not heavy, he’s my brother “…but many Vets used the lyrics to help them heal…incredible song…..sad real music like this doesn’t get made anymore
@@mr.smithgnrsmith7808 Interesting information. For my part, I only took up the words spoken (during an interview) by Bobby Scott, the one who wrote this song with Bob Russell. Kind regards.
Can you please do a reaction for me? One of my favorite bands. Alestorm. Pirate Metal from Scotland. Alestorm - Drink. (Offical music video). Thank you!!
*Brotherhood. Supporting each other when others need a helping hand. This song became hugely popular with our soldiers in the Vietnam War. It is a simple and beautiful message. Sometimes, just a lonely harmonica can be so evocative.*
The Hollies were phenomenal! Beautiful song ❤❤...
This came from the motto for the Boy’s town in Nebraska. In the early 1920’s Father Flanagan saw a comic strip where a man noticed a boy carrying another boy on his back and asked if he was heavy. The boy replied He ain’t heavy, he’s my brother. Father Flanagan liked the message and requested to use it.
Simply it’s about being human.❤
This is my favorite Hollie's song . All about brotherhood, humanity. You know love one another as Jesus commanded us to ? Maybe you should listen to the song again
Another song that evoked the same kind of emotion was "Get Together" by the Youngbloods.
"Come on, people now, smile on your brother
Everybody get together, try to love one another right now"
@Martin.Wilson absolutely!! Now I have to go listen to Get Together! It's been awhile. Thanks!!!
Jesus commanded us to? What utter childish beliefs.
Absolutely my favorite of theirs
Just a wonderful song and an even greater sentiment !
Allan Clarke's vocal interpretation is iconic!
He was easy on the eyes too!!
I love The Hollies and this is one of my all time fav songs! I grew up in the 60's and love the tunes from the 60's, 70's and 80's, well and the 90's and so on..
One of my favorite songs when I was a teenager, 72 now! Another one of the great British bands!
Allan Clarke is the lead singer, I love this song, I was 9 yrs old at the time!! Hearing the orchestra & the band is amazing too!!
The harmonizing is amazing
This came from boy's town in Omaha Nebraska. It was an orphanage at that time. 2 boys came for care, the younger on the older brother's back. He told the priest "he's not heavy, he's my brother." Boy's town is now a village, supporting both boys and girls.
One of the boys had big leg braces on, hence not walking, so his friend was carrying him
That singer has great tone all on his own.
This was once used for a charity - Boys' Town, I think. The graphic was a teen carrying his Handicapped brother (with crutches) on his back. Gospel, yes - am I not my Brother's Keeper?
The Hollies were well known for their harmonies. Allan Clarke took over most of the singing after Graham Nash left to form Crosby, Stills, & Nash. React to "Bus Stop" next from them. Thanks.
Super thoughtful reaction again.. Your channel is one of the very best out there on you tube. You are doing a great job. Super group the Hollies. This was a huge hit ...no surprise. A beautiful ballad. Great reaction...i agree...Gospel??
I love the message to this song❤🎉
Takes me back to the 60's... such a different time
This is my favorite Hollies song. I'm wondering if you got the point of the message of the song. The lyrics and vocals are positively beautiful. I actually never paid attention to the drums. I think you missed the point. Give it another listen
Say Hey MxM, I loved your heartfelt reaction to this classic about people being their best.
This was another Vietnam song about a trooper carrying his wounded buddy after a battle.
It wasn't written about that. But it became very popular with soldiers serving in the war.
Back then, we didn't regard it as about a biological brother, it was about the brotherhood of man and looking out for and all of us supporting those in need of help along the path of life, A good maxim to espouse. And Alan Clarke had a great voice.
A fellow from Nazareth also taught love for the downtrodden, the orphan, and the immigrant, the pilgrim. He would tell us to pray for those who cannot find their humanity, and are unconscious of their connections to all other human beings. We are on a Long Dark Road (another hit by The Hollies).
I like the drum line in the “if I’m leaning . “ segment too
This song also represented the brotherhood of men who served in Viet Nam.
Alan Clarke has a great voice.❤
I CAN'T WAIT FOR YOU TO REACT TO LOWDOWN BY BOZ SCAGGS !!
I agree that the drums are special in this song.
The Gospel label comes from the lyrics of the song. It's a song about brotherly love. A major teaching of Christianity and the Bible. You should react to LONG COOL WOMAN IN A BLACK DRESS by The Hollies next. It's a classic rock song. Definitely NOT a Gospel song in theme or genre. It's a rocker with one of THE most recognizable guitar riffs (Song Intros) in rock history.
Great song! Takes me back to the 60s.
R&R Hall of Famer Reginald Dwight played piano on this for 12 pounds
I can never remember...was Reg Captain Fantastic or was he the Brown Dirt Cowboy?
@@Martin.Wilson Reginald Dwight is, of course, the legendary Elton John. Newcomers may not know this.
@@garykatz775 Very true. I stumbled upon EJ in 1971. He wasn't very well known yet in Canada, but I saw his album Tumbleweed Connection in the record store and took a chance. I was hooked right away and became huge fan....always bought his next album the week it came out. Never disappointed. I think my favourite track of his is "Ticking" of the Caribou album. Pretty powerful song.
If you like orchestras combining with Rock bands, you need to check out Procol Harum doing A Whiter Shade of Pale. Make sure you get the live recording that was done in Denmark with the Danish National Orcheetra, it is amazing.
Hollies = harmonies
This is a great song. But I would be remiss if I didn't tell you that Donny Hathaway does a live version of this song that brings me to tears. Definitely worth a listen.
Bobby Elliott is a superb drummer! Love the Hollies. You would love Long Cool Woman a Black Dress which is very different for them. Or Bisexual Stop or Carrie Ann
You forgot that your actual first reaction to the Hollies was Long Cool Woman.
With all due respect...for what we're used to listening to...the music is basic, standard even. WHAT STANDS OUT and I believe why we STILL hear this song is for the social commentary...THAT TO HELP OTHERS isn't or shouldn't be considered a heavy load to bear. Its a classic message with concept that is timeless.
We have had some super awesome music from those days. Just makes me wonder why the world is so messed up today.😢 By the way you are a great reviewer!
I have waiting for You to do more reactions for Ren. Like Back on 74/message in the bottle or I shoot the sheriff (video where Ren has red suspenders). Different side of Ren for You to hear.
It had gospel parts in when we love one another
In not already done, you need to react to Mike and the Mechanics, “The Living Years”.
What is the matter with you Yanks , what is your obsession with "Genre", if you can't put a song in a box you don't know what to do with it , really weird !
That's why Kiki Dee never made it in the US. They couldn't put her in a specific box.
Their music industry commodifies music by carving it into specific genres. That way they can forecast expected profits based on demographic sizes. So listeners end up being fed segregated, pigeonholed music and end up being brainwashed - if it’s not a clear genre, then it does not compute!
The song refers to the surviving combatants of the Vietnam War who, upon returning home, manifested nervous disorders and psychological imbalances such that being too often judged as crazy ("He Ain't Heavy") by the family, those around them and the community, they experienced inhumane exclusion ("He's My Brother"). On this issue, it is the most beautiful and emotional song to have been composed and recorded. Thanks.
[NB: Two musical instruments were favored by the fighters sent to Vietnam: the guitar and the harmonica.]
Nope, a boys orphanage…one of the Fathers saw two boys, one had leg braces, and he was being carried by the other…the Father said something like, “you sure you can carry him, he looks heavy…”…boy replied, “he’s not heavy, he’s my brother “…but many Vets used the lyrics to help them heal…incredible song…..sad real music like this doesn’t get made anymore
No it is from a movie about an orphanage and a crippled boy. Typical of Americans to make it all about them.
@@mr.smithgnrsmith7808 Interesting information. For my part, I only took up the words spoken (during an interview) by Bobby Scott, the one who wrote this song with Bob Russell. Kind regards.
Take a hint from Life With Stan, and listen to the song(s) all the way through them make your comments. I think you will get more out of the meanings.
Can you please do a reaction for me? One of my favorite bands. Alestorm. Pirate Metal from Scotland. Alestorm - Drink. (Offical music video). Thank you!!
You don’t get that the song is about a gladness of love for one another?? You have more to grow as a reactor to be taken seriously.
Gospel? No😂
This reaction is all about the music and nothing on the lyrics.