Jamey Johnson - In Color (Official Video)

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  • Опубліковано 15 чер 2009
  • Jamey Johnson's new album, Living For A Song: A Tribute To Hank Cochran is out now!
    iTunes: smarturl.it/LivingForASong
    Amazon: smarturl.it/LivingForASongCD
    #JameyJohnson #InColor #Vevo

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  • @purplenipples535
    @purplenipples535 3 місяці тому +1384

    Anyone in here in 2024 ?

    • @amadaypatino8
      @amadaypatino8 3 місяці тому +8

      Yes

    • @keyonamilne9980
      @keyonamilne9980 3 місяці тому +58

      This was my army buddy's and my song while we were in during the global war on terror. Unfortunately he took his own life when he came back, this song makes me tear up with sorrow and pride. R.i.p
      Spc. Simmons. He was just a good ol boy from Kentucky

    • @DanDanders
      @DanDanders 3 місяці тому +7

      2024 & still listening

    • @user-zr8pl7bi8c
      @user-zr8pl7bi8c 3 місяці тому +4

      Meeee 🙌

    • @andysigmon5522
      @andysigmon5522 3 місяці тому +4

      I’m here.

  • @BernieMittens
    @BernieMittens 7 років тому +477

    This song is my grandpa. Born in 33, served in the military and married to the love of his life for 63 years... I lose it every time.

    • @BernieMittens
      @BernieMittens 7 років тому +12

      Along with somebody's chelsea by Reba. That's the marriage I aspire to have, and what my grandparents are.

    • @chrisfarmer7216
      @chrisfarmer7216 7 років тому +22

      both my grandparents are 96yrs old, and have been married for 74 yrs... you just dont find a love like that anymore.....

    • @chrisfarmer7216
      @chrisfarmer7216 7 років тому +10

      my other grandparents are passed on, but ill never forget the old b/w photo on the mantle from there wedding day papaw was in his army uniform, on crutches cause he had stepped on a land mine in Germany.... mamaw had never looked more beautiful.... killer song, really pulls at ya heartstrings....

    • @rachelperkins5256
      @rachelperkins5256 7 років тому +2

      Chris Farmer out) .loud kopoklppommoippml)mooookolppmmkouikmpopippmpppppiu. ok,pooling kpjhhmoiomkouy

    • @kimsummar5128
      @kimsummar5128 7 років тому +8

      I love that song 😂😂😂😃😄😅😆😉🤗😇😮😇😇😇😇

  • @davidjohnson8323
    @davidjohnson8323 3 дні тому +4

    This song is what is the story of my Dad! He, went over seas when he was 17, had his 18th birthday going over seas! Fought in Korea, for 4 yrs! My, Dad is gone but this is the story of his life and mine! Love you Daddy! He, was hell of a soldier!

    • @user-sr5kt5mq2v
      @user-sr5kt5mq2v 22 години тому

      same for me and my uncle never came home 🗽🤛👊🌎

  • @brianreid3267
    @brianreid3267 2 місяці тому +123

    I can't believe I haven't heard this until now. I gave up on Country Music a few years ago because it just ain't Country anymore. It tells a story, like a song should do. It makes me think of all those years ago. Mamaw and Papaw have been gone since 1977, Dad left us in 2002 and Mom left us in 2016. I can't even say how much I miss all of them. This song is what I needed today. God bless those generations that came before us.

    • @user-zx3fu5cv6l
      @user-zx3fu5cv6l Місяць тому +2

      I know, It seems like they young artist & their songs country mixed with some type of rap music.

    • @greggmason-cs5tk
      @greggmason-cs5tk Місяць тому +2

      Amen ❤✝️

    • @mefoster50
      @mefoster50 Місяць тому +4

      I hear you. As I have watched the generations pass away before me … and realize that it is now up to me to choose what memories I leave my children and grandchildren … my heart aches for my parents and grandparents. They left me strong and sturdy … now to make sure I leave my family safe and steady … knowing they are loved unconditionally and for always.

    • @justineteraoka828
      @justineteraoka828 Місяць тому +5

      This is an oldie country song that will outlast a million new country songs. Jamey is amazing!! Writes for a lot country artists

    • @dertywhiteboy5174
      @dertywhiteboy5174 Місяць тому +4

      Yesterday,yes ,I feel you my friend,😢it ain't like the good ole days

  • @grammadhorn8252
    @grammadhorn8252 2 роки тому +1500

    I picked & played this specifically for my Grandpa at his funeral in 2016. He was an extremely decorated WWII Veteran. A member of the Elite Merrill's Marauders, an all volunteer unit. His allegiance to this Country doesn't end there. About 20 years ago he informed us, casually I might add, that he was a Code Talker during the war as well. Native American Code Talkers are the reason we won the War in my eyes. He was awarded the Medal of Honor for his acts of bravery Above & Beyond the call of duty. He never spoke much about the War when I was growing up & now I understand why. He was one of roughly 200 men who survived hell and back numerous times during their operations to overtake the Japanese. Of the original 2997 that volunteered for Merrill's Marauders, only 130 were found fit for duty when the missions were complete. He had no Heros welcome home by any means. He still was not allowed to enter the Businesses in Harlem, MT. Many of these businesses that proudly displayed signs stating "NO INDIANS ALLOWED" are still in operation today in our small town. At 92 years old he was officially Named the Chief of the Nakota people in Fort Belknap, MT for his acts of bravery. This scared Chief Ceremony had not been done for over 130 years. I am beyond blessed that my daughters were old only enough to witness this & remember this scared Ceremony. My youngest daughter actually participated in the Ceremony that day. Additionally, yes Additionally, he was awarded an Honory Doctorate from Montana State University Northern in 2012 for all his humanitarian contributions to not only the people of our Reservation, but the entire Country. Yes, I am extremely proud to be a direct decendant of this honorable man. Dr. Gilbert Horn Sr., Chief Return's with Prisoner Horse of the Nakoda Tribe. But to me he was Grandpa 💞 Thanks for reading if anyone is still interested 😀

    • @papavaliquette4978
      @papavaliquette4978 Рік тому +47

      Wow what a story, thanks for sharing. We Americans now take for granted our great nation and the sacrifices others made for us.

    • @david_W5QDF
      @david_W5QDF Рік тому +32

      Proud of you, your family and your heritage

    • @ryanjowett2623
      @ryanjowett2623 Рік тому +34

      Sounds like a badass

    • @helicalactual
      @helicalactual Рік тому +41

      your grandfather was a true hero.

    • @ericgelder1
      @ericgelder1 Рік тому +22

      Thank you

  • @EthynReasoner
    @EthynReasoner Місяць тому +121

    This is, in fact, the perfect Country & Western song.

    • @rickcrump9226
      @rickcrump9226 Місяць тому +5

      100% Agree - Unfortunately the next generation may not understand.

    • @user-go6ce8kp3x
      @user-go6ce8kp3x 25 днів тому +2

      It's awesome amen thank you Jesus amen ❤❤❤

    • @joey-iz3td
      @joey-iz3td 23 дні тому +5

      Nothin about trains

    • @justinjohnson2657
      @justinjohnson2657 23 дні тому +5

      ​@@joey-iz3tdOr mama, or trucks, or prison, or gettin' drunk.

    • @ddbruno
      @ddbruno 19 днів тому

      Absolutely.

  • @ClanOfStonemasons
    @ClanOfStonemasons 9 місяців тому +218

    Hey Jamie, thank you for this song and thank you for walking on stage with Oliver Anthony. Both mean a lot to all of us. God bless you and your family and your future.

  • @shawna8797
    @shawna8797 6 місяців тому +52

    At my last foster home I heard this song. Every year or so since then, I think about it. Today on the way to my “grandmas” funeral… I watched the video finally again. The line about not knowing what is hiding behind the gray, then the change to in color, made me hopeful. It made me remember that though some days are gray, I shall enjoy the moments in color right now, so one day, I can share of my times with whoever is willing to listen. That makes me hopeful for a better future. Thank you, Jamey✨ May all those reading, be blessed✨

    • @melissastone9200
      @melissastone9200 2 місяці тому

      Praying for us all girl, keep the faith ❤

  • @hogslanding.d5325
    @hogslanding.d5325 2 роки тому +2002

    This song is a complete tribute to the greatest generation that ever walked on this earth. Thank you dad…

    • @vanlifebiker
      @vanlifebiker 2 роки тому +81

      Couldn't agree more. My ole man survived D Day & never talked about it or carried himself any different. He knew who he was & didn't need to show it. R.I.P. Pops 🙏

    • @hollyvalentine2286
      @hollyvalentine2286 2 роки тому +20

      I agree 100%

    • @aaronkirkland5211
      @aaronkirkland5211 2 роки тому +34

      I'm def older than that generation....born in '89, but I'm an old soul and I'm terrified in the direction the world is headed.

    • @vanlifebiker
      @vanlifebiker 2 роки тому +14

      @@aaronkirkland5211 You mean definitely younger?

    • @WDE240
      @WDE240 2 роки тому +36

      @@vanlifebiker either that or buddy just turned 132

  • @DaeguDown
    @DaeguDown 9 місяців тому +431

    How in the hell did I not hear this song before? This is a masterpiece in storytelling.

    • @eternalbeing3339
      @eternalbeing3339 9 місяців тому +18

      One of the best country songs of all time. You must have just started listening.

    • @Stovenator5000
      @Stovenator5000 9 місяців тому +12

      Oliver Anthony did a cover of this. That made me search this. Amazing song!!!!

    • @azsam59
      @azsam59 9 місяців тому +6

      ​@Stovenator5000 Me too. I never heard this before till I heard Oliver Anthony's cover song of this.

    • @GreenL00gie
      @GreenL00gie 9 місяців тому +7

      Welcome friends, kick yeer boots up, beer in that cooler 🤙

    • @mariaschneider8057
      @mariaschneider8057 9 місяців тому +2

      It really is.

  • @DaveCM
    @DaveCM Рік тому +341

    I think this song is one of the most under appreciated songs in country music. I still don't understand how this song was beat out by Taylor Swift at the CMA. I never get tired of this song. It has so much meaning. Is so well written.

    • @thomasferrusi1345
      @thomasferrusi1345 Рік тому +1

      I'm sure a sad truth is, country music Isn't Country Anymore. and taylor swift isn't country, she's a pop tart. If I'm gonna go that route, I'd rather listen to Britney or Shania. Amen 🙏 Jamey Johnson. 🇺🇸

    • @jasonshoop4306
      @jasonshoop4306 10 місяців тому +18

      Taylor who ?

    • @MickLoghog
      @MickLoghog 10 місяців тому +1

      ​@@jasonshoop4306Taylor shit !!!!

    • @irishoak7269
      @irishoak7269 9 місяців тому +15

      Country hasn't been country in decades.

    • @henryherman9113
      @henryherman9113 9 місяців тому +12

      Taylor....what a laugh.

  • @The_Norse_Hunk
    @The_Norse_Hunk 7 місяців тому +53

    There are no words on Earth, to convey how absolutely artistic, and brilliant this song is. My Grandfather was a part of the 4th Marine Division in WW2. I'm a 20 year combat Veteran. I will never not tear up a little bit listening to this song.....

    • @wabblewater
      @wabblewater 6 місяців тому +4

      Semper Fi Brother I was in Viet Nam But Yeah Powerfull song

    • @banjo9549
      @banjo9549 6 місяців тому +2

      Semper Gumby I was in Iraq 03-06

    • @mattmihalovich2559
      @mattmihalovich2559 4 місяці тому

      Marine Infantry (0311), 1990-1994. Semper Fi

  • @branon6565
    @branon6565 4 роки тому +2323

    I'm a 46yr old US Army vet of two combat tours in Iraq, 03-05, my Dad served in combat in Vietnam 69-70, his Dad, my Grandfather, a radio man at Utah Beach on D-Day in 1944, hit with German fire and was wounded, his younger brother, my Great-Uncle, served in combat in Korea 53-54, wounded badly with his right leg bein damn near blown off at the knee....all of 4 of us proudly served this nation, took our Oath of Enlistment very seriously and my Dad and I still do, and we all have suffered from the memories of the shit we saw, the shit we had to do, of the brothers who we lost to enemy fire....When I think back and remember the shit I wanna forget about Iraq, I can't get the smell of burning oil and human flesh outta my nose for hours afterward, it's the damnedest thing and not even time is helpin me forget that smell, it's as strong as ever...anyway, THANK YOU to anyone commenting here who served in a branch of our military, and yes, even you squids from the Navy....lol.....HOOAH

    • @shadowwolf7866
      @shadowwolf7866 4 роки тому +88

      Thank you and your family for serving to keep our freedom free God bless you and your family.

    • @reginareifke9586
      @reginareifke9586 4 роки тому +78

      When I enlisted we weren't called squids...we were called WINS (Women in Naval Services)...So yes a Navy girl here...I want to thank you and your family for serving...May God Bless You All.

    • @joesheehan6405
      @joesheehan6405 4 роки тому +28

      Thank you .

    • @TheirsHopewithJesusChrist_277
      @TheirsHopewithJesusChrist_277 4 роки тому +28

      Thank you brother us army vet from 2014 to late 2017

    • @brookespurlin4183
      @brookespurlin4183 4 роки тому +23

      Thank you 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

  • @TheValirah
    @TheValirah 3 роки тому +1455

    We played this at my great grandfather’s funeral today he served in world war 2 and this will now always have a special place in my heart

    • @stevenmassey7586
      @stevenmassey7586 3 роки тому +23

      🇺🇸

    • @matthewbeckner2096
      @matthewbeckner2096 3 роки тому +18

      IT'S A BEAUTIFUL SONG . AWESOME! .. IM SURE IT FIT PERFECT. 👍

    • @skylersausman5565
      @skylersausman5565 3 роки тому +13

      Sorry to hear that but this a amazing

    • @cameronpeters1582
      @cameronpeters1582 3 роки тому +21

      Sorry for the loss, my grandfather was also in ww2, Korea, and desert storm in his mid 60’s, he just had his second stroke at 93 and my family is starting to think about how much longer he has. It’s never easy losing someone with so much presence it could fill a room without a word being said. I hope you find peace again soon

    • @oldchannel3362
      @oldchannel3362 3 роки тому +11

      Thank him for his service🇺🇸

  • @JerryCollinsNorCal
    @JerryCollinsNorCal 6 місяців тому +16

    Our Dad was part of that great generation. Wounded at the Battle of the Bulge went on to raise all of right. He saw it all in color ❤

    • @markdavis3905
      @markdavis3905 2 місяці тому

      My father went from Omaha Beach d day, the bulge, and wed my mother after the war.
      We were farmers, S.E. tenn.

  • @DAVE43072
    @DAVE43072 Рік тому +132

    One of the few country songs in the last 20 years that’s worthy of being a classic.

    • @garrett9562
      @garrett9562 3 місяці тому +1

      County is my favorite but that being said this will always be a masterpiece

  • @nikkosacosta4017
    @nikkosacosta4017 8 років тому +25

    this is my paw paw to the bone 11/26/1919- 12/21/2015 love you forever

    • @shawnlanglois2559
      @shawnlanglois2559 8 років тому

      That is sad. my grandma was born a few weeks earlier and is not too healthy, just fell and got stitches.

    • @DJM20021
      @DJM20021 8 років тому

      +Shawn Langlois do you mean Great grandma unless you have an anti aging spell

    • @jarrodarnett8296
      @jarrodarnett8296 8 років тому

      +Tyson422 yeah because people living over 95 is unheard of these days....

    • @DJM20021
      @DJM20021 8 років тому

      +Jarrod Arnett in his profile picture the Kid looks 7

    • @ajessley998
      @ajessley998 8 років тому

      +Jarrod Arnett thats true

  • @josephkondrat7084
    @josephkondrat7084 5 років тому +236

    My dad went through the Depression in foster homes. He enlisted in the Army in 1942. Survived the war in Europe. He died in 1991. Dad I miss you a lot.

  • @robertradcliff3254
    @robertradcliff3254 11 місяців тому +266

    This song makes me cry and it gives me goosebumps . One of the greatest songs I have ever heard .

    • @HACKEDHahaha1
      @HACKEDHahaha1 10 місяців тому +1

      Amen

    • @ou812also5
      @ou812also5 10 місяців тому +1

      @@HACKEDHahaha1 Yup. It is so powerful.

    • @paulgrisez5834
      @paulgrisez5834 10 місяців тому +1

      It's giving me goosebumps right now listen to this song

    • @davidsprague-zs6gr
      @davidsprague-zs6gr 9 місяців тому +1

      Yeah and on color it was a lot worse

    • @christophernixon5295
      @christophernixon5295 9 місяців тому

      Yep, I was in tears all the way through. I had never heard of Jamey Johnson before he sang with Oliver Anthony. Don't know where I have been or where I was when this one came out. Incredible song.

  • @ImGlyn
    @ImGlyn 9 місяців тому +31

    It's wonderful how we're all being united through Oliver Anthony.... Love to you all from Australia & what an amazing song this is...a new favourite ❤

    • @pennytipp
      @pennytipp 9 місяців тому +4

      Amen, I’m not a country fan so I had never heard this - it is amazing so thanks Oliver Anthony for bringing us together and leading me to this incredible song!

    • @gregnormal55.
      @gregnormal55. 9 місяців тому

      @@pennytipp Hello! How are you doing? Please pardon me for intruding into your privacy but I just wanted to know if you are a fan? Have a great day… Stay Safe

    • @roxannasmith5640
      @roxannasmith5640 8 місяців тому

      Yes!

  • @Neat0_o
    @Neat0_o Рік тому +606

    One of the greatest country songs ever written. Shoot, it’s one of the best written songs of any genre ever.

    • @SuperBroncosguy
      @SuperBroncosguy Рік тому +6

      Agreed.

    • @MrsSlocombesPuddyCat
      @MrsSlocombesPuddyCat Рік тому +2

      Totally disagree. But never mind.

    • @Neat0_o
      @Neat0_o Рік тому +5

      @@MrsSlocombesPuddyCat talk to me lol what songs would you say?

    • @lizhamblyn7240
      @lizhamblyn7240 Рік тому +3

      I agree.

    • @OldsmobileCutlass1969Va
      @OldsmobileCutlass1969Va Рік тому +3

      This song, Trace Adkins: Arlington, John Michael Montgomery's: Letters from home, Montgomery Gentry: (the title escapes me), but if you're familiar with the group you know the song... Just to name a few others.

  • @zachary2193
    @zachary2193 3 роки тому +57

    My grandfather went down in a helicopter in Vietnam. Killed 4 Vietcong and hauled his fellow solider through the jungle and back to his camp about 8 miles away. Him and the other solider survived, but the other 4 soldiers in the helicopter didn’t make it. My grandpa suffered from PTSD and survivors guilt. And still does. He has cancer now and doesn’t have long left. This song will forever make me think of him. Love you grandpa.

    • @chanceallison7395
      @chanceallison7395 3 роки тому +1

      I thank him for his service

    • @danedonovan5787
      @danedonovan5787 3 роки тому

      Jamey is the man. we need more music like this today. This guy Brett McDaniel is good too. ua-cam.com/video/nWpwnKcJzrY/v-deo.html God bless our troops. 0311 USMC, I miss that Infantry life. Your grandpa is a hero

    • @TheHomeinspections
      @TheHomeinspections 3 роки тому

      Your Grandpa is a hero..I salute him!!

    • @TheGabriel1124
      @TheGabriel1124 3 роки тому +2

      God bless your grandfather... A TRUE HERO!

    • @waynegriffin6164
      @waynegriffin6164 3 роки тому

      The first time I saw color it was great. Maybe something I sad of seen alot soner. I sad looked alot sacher

  • @MarySmith-gi6bq
    @MarySmith-gi6bq 4 місяці тому +12

    He didn't blow up because he refused to sell out. He's a musician. Not a "Country Pop Star" My daughter danced with her dad to Baby Don't Cry at her wedding. Great musician.

  • @PorkChops2024
    @PorkChops2024 2 місяці тому +33

    0% Drugs
    0% Cars
    0% Money
    0% Girls
    100% PURE TALENT 💯💯💯💯

    • @harrypopper4856
      @harrypopper4856 2 місяці тому

      tired of that gosh darn rap music boomer

    • @RacieMae
      @RacieMae Місяць тому

      100% theft.
      Weird how one of the songwriters for this was a judge on the USA Songwriting Competition where Carbon Leaf won best lyrics for "The War Was In Color" years before this song came out.

  • @daisykelley23
    @daisykelley23 7 років тому +123

    this is one of those songs that when it comes on you turn it up and you listen quietly and just soak it all in. this song gives me chills every single time I hear it. ♡

    • @DaPainterDude
      @DaPainterDude 7 років тому +3

      You nailed it on the head D Kelley! I can't agree with you more!! I'm blasting this song as I'm typing with goosebumps down my back!

    • @johntaylor8000
      @johntaylor8000 7 років тому

      allan jackson

    • @signadguy2891
      @signadguy2891 7 років тому +1

      A perfect comment D. Kelley

    • @gaylonscroggins1942
      @gaylonscroggins1942 6 років тому

      yes it does for me to i love this song

    • @dalesims438
      @dalesims438 6 років тому

      D Kelley .

  • @VinnieVega
    @VinnieVega 4 роки тому +487

    This song is American as it gets!! Salute to all the veterans, Thanks for the sacrifice you made for our freedom, GOD BLESS!!

    • @wesleyhall4228
      @wesleyhall4228 4 роки тому +4

      Chris Begley-84 thanks you

    • @ozziecrosby2092
      @ozziecrosby2092 4 роки тому +2

      Amen!! 👍

    • @charlieabbot3649
      @charlieabbot3649 4 роки тому +1

      And about the grandpas who grieved their mistakes with their sons and made it up to G_d by being good to their grandsons.

    • @toby3867
      @toby3867 4 роки тому +3

      correction needed. This song is human as it gets.

    • @scottpippin5268
      @scottpippin5268 3 роки тому +2

      This song makes me tear up I couldnt imagine going threw that shit

  • @chandlerroberts6468
    @chandlerroberts6468 Рік тому +12

    My grandeddy just died a couple weeks back. He was a Korean and Vietnam vet. His life resembles this song. And boy did he love my grandmother.

    • @markwillsmusic.
      @markwillsmusic. Рік тому

      Hello, how are you doing today? Thanks for your love and support❤️😊❤❤

  • @jenniferbennett8567
    @jenniferbennett8567 9 місяців тому +7

    This song could have been written about my granddad, WW2 and Korea, and my beautiful blue eyed grandmama ❤ came on the radio as I headed to work one day to open a coffee shop at 4am - by the time I got home at noon, my cousin was calling with the news that he had finally joined her, 4 months after she passed ❤

  • @kanyefan7743
    @kanyefan7743 4 роки тому +1533

    My grandpa fought in Vietnam and got shot two times in the head he survived and currently has stage 4 lung cancer and two years ago he gave me his 2 Purple Hearts and his dog tags. Will always be my most prized item I own
    He sadly passed on 4/14/20
    Edit: Since his passing I now own almost all of his war stuff including the folded flag they give you, and all the notes he wrote to my family while he was over there.

    • @tacklecentralfishing1051
      @tacklecentralfishing1051 4 роки тому +44

      Thanks for (his) service

    • @jessicawinship564
      @jessicawinship564 4 роки тому +29

      Please thank him for his services.i got my grandpa's Purple Heart medals,along with one of my uncle's who just passed away.he was an Army Ranger.My Grandpa was in the Marines.God rest both of their souls.those are my prized possessions along with all of the other medals and patches I got from them.

    • @_dr.don_1354
      @_dr.don_1354 4 роки тому +15

      Thank Him for his Service

    • @sallongobardo7922
      @sallongobardo7922 4 роки тому +13

      Respect

    • @mrs.z4370
      @mrs.z4370 4 роки тому +12

      Thank him for our freedom 🇺🇸

  • @soleshaker
    @soleshaker 2 роки тому +26

    Paul Gibson: Canton, NC. Grandfather, WW2 vet, worked at Champion paper mill when he got back for over 40 years. I love and miss him. The older i get the more i appreciate him. Men like him are not being replaced, i'll do my part to protect our flag til i leave this rock....in his honor. Serious stuff...

    • @shewill8618
      @shewill8618 2 роки тому +1

      Salute! Canton, NC. Lived there in the mid 70's. Went to Canton Jr. High. Stopped thru in 2011 on vacay with my son to show him where I lived as a kid. Lots of stories to tell made there. That Champion papermill made that town. American.🇺🇸

    • @johnhart4495
      @johnhart4495 2 роки тому +1

      My dad was in Korea when I was born, came home with 2 purple hearts and dist serv cross, found out much later he was at Chosin reservoir, never talked about it, just said never been so cold. His kind aren't seen much now but this song always makes me think of him

  • @dedrabuckler9421
    @dedrabuckler9421 Рік тому +9

    Its still a classic, and its one that some of us have lived!🇺🇸🇮🇱 God bless the USA!👰⛪🕊️

    • @binboy4034
      @binboy4034 9 місяців тому

      🇵🇸 get out of Palestine! ,🇮🇪

  • @nonbinarysoup2489
    @nonbinarysoup2489 2 місяці тому +5

    This was one of my dads favorite songs. He passed away in January. I’m glad I can still find comfort in the songs he loved💛

  • @brucechandler8894
    @brucechandler8894 Рік тому +186

    My dad was part of the greatest generation and for those who were part of it, calling you the greatest just doesn't seem to be enough. My hat goes off to all of you, thank you so much

  • @vyrnmn
    @vyrnmn 2 роки тому +111

    I'm a 35 year old guy from England. I only came across this song in the last year. I have no real direct frame of reference for the scenes portrayed in these lyrics, but despite that this song makes me cry every time I hear it. Astonishing piece of music.

    • @cornbread12987
      @cornbread12987 Рік тому +5

      Youre welcome to a barbeque at my place any day. We'll set off fireworks, shoot some clay pigeons and we'll be free. Also due to the times , God save the Queen. See you around friend.

    • @larracollins2499
      @larracollins2499 Рік тому +4

      The decade of the 30's the US was in it's worst economic depression. So many people suffered from hunger. In the 40's after the bombing of Pearl Harbor the US was no longer playing an indirect role in WWII. The song then transitions over to his grandfather's account of the war then finishes up with his story about coming home and continues into today....this is an amazing well written contribution of his grandfather's table talk of his life!

    • @countrymonkOSB
      @countrymonkOSB Рік тому

      I've heard this song a hundred times and it makes me cry every dang time. This could be my grandpa he's singing about and I miss him so much. I agree. This song is just astonishing

  • @rosecoldwell2582
    @rosecoldwell2582 8 місяців тому +10

    Thinking of my brother, Pete Sutphin who passed away two years ago today. I miss him SO flipping much! I love you Bro, your Sis, Rose

  • @rogerpalmer4702
    @rogerpalmer4702 11 місяців тому +5

    This song reminds me of my time with grandpa as a kid. He never talked about being in WW2, but when grandma would bring out pictures, his face would light up and each picture had a story. When grandpa passed in 2017, my heart broke because I never got to tell him goodbye and I never got to the end of the story. God I miss you Grandpa Sherman. Thank you for all the pictures and stories.

    • @JohntehGman
      @JohntehGman 2 місяці тому

      I feel this deeply. The grandpa I did meet was under appreciated by my young self with all his stories and culture and it does make me sad but happy from what I did get to experience

  • @rebelsoldier0
    @rebelsoldier0 5 років тому +2719

    yeah, should have seen it in color. Vietnam 1970. me and Dave and Don and Floyd and Eddie all went in in 69. my brother went in in 67. Floyd didn't make it, Don didn't get to Vietnam, Eddie was captured, escaped with some others, he was never the same. my brother, Dave and I were wounded. not complaining, we asked for it be cause we all believed. Bless em all. this song brings it back, and not in a bad way...

    • @ashleewright6124
      @ashleewright6124 5 років тому +45

      Thank you all for your service

    • @bradwetzelscountrychannel6101
      @bradwetzelscountrychannel6101 5 років тому +48

      Thanks for your service brother...i truly mean that

    • @victorneura5269
      @victorneura5269 5 років тому +33

      Thanks for your service ! God bless you

    • @themosinkid95
      @themosinkid95 5 років тому +26

      Man, thank you guys for your service, it won’t be forgotten sir! God bless!

    • @machaysmusic
      @machaysmusic 5 років тому +25

      Thanks for your service! God Bless Americans like you

  • @samartist9319
    @samartist9319 5 років тому +10

    My Dad was a Korean War soldier ( A purple heart and 1 gold leaf cluster) bronze star.. My brother..101 1st air cav.. Vietnam.. I was an honor guard (I buried hero's) I looked at black and white pictures.. Thanks for the great music Sir, And thanks to all military past,present, future for your service, amen

    • @allanday5560
      @allanday5560 4 роки тому

      What year did your brother serve in the 1st air cav? My old man was in 64-65 with Col Moore at La Drang. He was the radio op when Col Moore called in Broken Arrow. Culbertson was his last name.

  • @Chris-ne1vs
    @Chris-ne1vs 3 місяці тому +2

    God bless our troops and heroes, past and present. We are free and live in the most amazing country on earth!!!! And God bless the UNITED STATES of AMERICA!!!🇺🇲

    • @dona6606
      @dona6606 16 днів тому

      America has always been GREAT!

  • @bagheerasadventures
    @bagheerasadventures Рік тому +31

    48yr old, New Zealand here.
    Bloody hell. What a tearjerker.
    On my playlist on spotify now.. off to find more of your songs!

  • @KC10SIMGUY
    @KC10SIMGUY 4 роки тому +310

    This song reminds of my 92 year old Dad's life. He grew up as son of a farmer in North Carolina. He was in WWII and Korea. That generation never complained. They just took care of each other.

    • @mikeallen748
      @mikeallen748 4 роки тому +3

      They complained about black people wanting basic human rights.

    • @KC10SIMGUY
      @KC10SIMGUY 4 роки тому +23

      @@mikeallen748 Every generation has their flaws. But playing the race card. You must be a Democrat

    • @mikeallen748
      @mikeallen748 4 роки тому +2

      Libertarian. Nice try tho.

    • @jessicawinship564
      @jessicawinship564 4 роки тому +9

      Amen to that. Little shit heads now and days could learn ALOT from them..thats how I was raised,when you started complaining and crying about stuff,then they would really give you sumthin to cry and wine about.

    • @whipsticker
      @whipsticker 4 роки тому +3

      They took care of business. No matter how hard it was

  • @kellyoxo2818
    @kellyoxo2818 8 років тому +134

    I remember my grandfather telling me the only candy he had during the great depression was a lump of brown sugar. Its why that generation loved candy so much, it was a luxury to them.

    • @MrPAULONEAL
      @MrPAULONEAL 7 років тому +1

      I never knew mine...

    • @dessiegloo2275
      @dessiegloo2275 7 років тому +3

      that hit the heart

    • @waltdisney2022
      @waltdisney2022 7 років тому +3

      I wich I could have my family Back but you see my love has passed over to the other side my mother and father bough have passed as well so I am a very lonely so I lesson to my loves song by Chris C hurchills song ricking ball l fill her with me and i city my eod out

    • @cseeger36
      @cseeger36 7 років тому +1

      I hat this songs it just makes me sad

    • @brentwolfe6216
      @brentwolfe6216 7 років тому

      Charlotte Seeger

  • @chasebriscoefan14
    @chasebriscoefan14 8 місяців тому +2

    Maybe the greatest country song ever

  • @user-rj8gm6yd8j
    @user-rj8gm6yd8j 4 місяці тому +6

    My grandfather played a part in World War 2 and earned 2 purple hearts I love thinking about how scary and cool to serve the country. God bless all.

  • @swolerepublic4781
    @swolerepublic4781 2 роки тому +542

    This song takes me back to the early 90s. A six year old sitting at a kitchen table listening to a ball game on the am radio looking at a black and white photo album with my hero (grandfather). Verse two hits me so hard, my grandfather flew a b-17 throughout ww2 fighting in 8 different battles including D-day. He also had a unbreakable bond with his tail gunner. It makes me sad knowing where we came from, and knowing how hard our ancestors fought for our land and liberties while our leaders piss it all away. Amen and god bless to all who have severed, sacrificed, and died for our country 🇺🇸

    • @susiedelatte3021
      @susiedelatte3021 2 роки тому +22

      Yes indeed. Never forget about the people that fought for Our FREEDOM.

    • @jameslittlewood1520
      @jameslittlewood1520 2 роки тому +20

      Me, sitting at the kitchen table, 6 years old...1992. The smell of cigarettes, the sound of country music softly playing in the background...the parents and older folks sipping coffee...those were the days....the last of the true "good ol'days." Small town America. ❤

    • @chrismiller4015
      @chrismiller4015 2 роки тому +14

      That is why I served in the us army....I still feel that I didn't do enough for our fellow soldiers and vets. Now I am a veteran and remember everything as if it was yesterday

    • @sammyayo8723
      @sammyayo8723 2 роки тому +18

      I couldn't have said it any better than you.... " It makes me sad knowing where we came from, and knowing how hard our ancestors fought for our land and liberties while our leaders piss it all away. Amen and god bless to all who have severed, sacrificed, and died for our country 🇺🇸"

    • @terrycraig7402
      @terrycraig7402 Рік тому +6

      @@chrismiller4015 thank you for your service from the front porch, in the sticks of southeast Ohio.

  • @130shooter1
    @130shooter1 3 роки тому +459

    This guy has no idea how many tight tough spots this song has powered me through. This is one of those songs that speaks to the soul.

    • @johnmorrison1525
      @johnmorrison1525 3 роки тому +3

      Love and empathy have are colourblind

    • @kaidinotto62
      @kaidinotto62 3 роки тому +3

      Honestly

    • @johnnyutah482
      @johnnyutah482 3 роки тому +2

      I'm sure he knows...

    • @milowoodruff8146
      @milowoodruff8146 2 роки тому +2

      It speaks so much to the memory of elders

    • @michaelwilson9184
      @michaelwilson9184 2 роки тому

      @@johnnyutah482 he must. What a masterpiece. I feel the same though. This song has outlived friendships and a marriage and right now at 30 I'm thinking about how much has changed, I wish I did something cool like serve in the military or had a real career, thinking how much my face has changed so quickly from stress.

  • @jesserounds9325
    @jesserounds9325 Рік тому +10

    My Grandpa was an airplane mechanic in the world wars. Grandpa and grandma had 11 kids.....this song reminds me of them SO much! Every line about this song resonates with me. They both were SO committed to each other! Songs like this don't exist anymore. Jamey Johnson is a legend!

  • @aurasedge5580
    @aurasedge5580 8 місяців тому +11

    Definitely one of the greatest of all time, of all genres; of all.

  • @jimf1421
    @jimf1421 3 роки тому +2528

    One of the most underappreciated country songs of all time

  • @cindymoon24
    @cindymoon24 Рік тому +37

    The older I get (60 next week) the more I want a time machine. Those days were magic, and we didn't have a clue.

    • @drakehonest2
      @drakehonest2 Рік тому

      Hello how are you doing..?

    • @jarmalbryantfanandprivatec3438
      @jarmalbryantfanandprivatec3438 Рік тому

      Hello Luckiest fan !!😍 I appreciate you guys for your continuous love, I’m glad you never stop supporting me .. feel free to contact me through email address on the description of the channel
      “”REAL FANS ONLY “”🎉❤

    • @ericsmith8708
      @ericsmith8708 Рік тому

      Yes. Beautiful memories I missed the old days this is when music was music I love this what a unique voice. How are you Cynthia ?

  • @jodycrawford9845
    @jodycrawford9845 8 місяців тому +12

    It's 2023 now. I still cry every time I hear it.

  • @Yodagamer1
    @Yodagamer1 10 місяців тому +25

    Absolutely loved this song since it came out, but last year I lost someone I considered a brother and on the way to the funeral this came on and his fiancé brother, sil and I all sang this crying. This song hits so much harder these days 😢

  • @carolinewesley2204
    @carolinewesley2204 9 років тому +37

    This song also reminds me of my grandparents. My grandfather served in WWII as one of the ORIGINAL Navajo Codetalkers. First 13. He developed the Code. My grandmother stayed in the states and worked in a Factory in California making parts for many air crafts. They were in love. She never knew of what he did in the war until the late 1970's early 1980's. He was sworn to secrecy and he uphold his promise to the USMC. I am PROUD of his courage and he is a true warrior like all that take the oath and wear the uniform. If it had not been for the Navajo Codetalkers, the war may have led a different path.

    • @southerncountryboy98
      @southerncountryboy98 9 років тому +6

      Theres a reason they were the Grestest Generation. We cant say thank you enough. We have it so easy compared to them.

    • @Tigersfan829
      @Tigersfan829 9 років тому

      james peyton There's always the complaint of the previous generation calling the newest generation soft, but I think every generation after the greatest generation is soft because they didn't go through anything like WWII. That's why I like takling to old people. It's going to suck when they're all gone.

    • @southerncountryboy98
      @southerncountryboy98 9 років тому +2

      i here ya I always take the time too thank a vet when I see one of them in public especially WW2 vets

    • @wescarlson8924
      @wescarlson8924 9 років тому

      each war had it's problems; wwII a generation of men was nearly wiped out, very few are aware of what happened in korea, and the vietnam war was not highly supported at the time.

    • @larrytyrrell3950
      @larrytyrrell3950 5 років тому

      God Bless that man.

  • @mtgoss40
    @mtgoss40 10 років тому +38

    Just before my friends grandfather passed away, we went for a visit. His grandmother sat down with me and thumbed through an old black and white photo album. She smiled as she stopped on a picture of proud young man standing in front of shiny car. The picture was taken in 1939. She smiled and said "Look at him, this was taken when he came to pick me up on our first date". The next photo was of him, with a group of other young men. She paused, said nothing for a minute or so, then said "There he is with John. John didn't come back from the war....a lot of them didn't". Then she closed the album and walked away.

    • @MaryK-xi7vk
      @MaryK-xi7vk 14 днів тому

      Every time I hear this song I think of my Dad .I grew up on a farm .My Dad served in Korea and my mom and Dad were married for 49 years before my Dad passed away great song it tells a lot of stories that we can relate to

  • @charlessaint7926
    @charlessaint7926 9 місяців тому +4

    Ah, this one here was taken overseas,
    In the middle of hell of 2003,
    In the winter time,
    You can almost see my sweat,
    That was my battle buddy, Jason Rivera,
    He was a tough Puerto Rican
    From New York City
    And he had my back
    Right through the day we left.
    That's my version because that was me in Iraq.

  • @user-pm6eb9in5u
    @user-pm6eb9in5u 8 місяців тому +1

    This song absolutely moves my soul. My great grandfather and his 6 brothers,1 sister did the Cherokee strip land run in about 1894. The std out land and Homes traded here in Oklahoma. Jet, Oklahoma is the town. Yes, the people voted and the town was named Jet. Because people had gotten used to saying lets go to Jets for the mail. So, the town has my last name. Cool story, rich history, no money trickled down because of it unfortunately. Not to me that is. But the pride I have in my family is deep. we had lots a lots of black and whites, even some tin plates of family pictures. This whole song makes me miss my elders. They are all gone. I'm the only Jeff in Jet now. So strange, so lonely. But I feel them. There here.

  • @jennynelson7060
    @jennynelson7060 5 років тому +89

    My son brought this song to my attention. He said it reminded him of Grandpa (my Dad) He was a tail gunner in World War 2 and is still living. I can't wait to share this with him. Music really brings it homes so many times. Tears tears tears...
    Thank you Jamey Johnson!

    • @brandonj8586
      @brandonj8586 5 років тому +2

      for some reason i think its funny cause my brothers name is gunnar but its pronounced gunner.

    • @tinaleeth2707
      @tinaleeth2707 5 років тому +1

      If you're Dad is still with us, give him some love from Louisiana

    • @jaymcdonald5390
      @jaymcdonald5390 4 роки тому +2

      Tina Leeth and Georgia too have the up most respect for our veterans thank him for me would you

    • @jameyjohnson7680
      @jameyjohnson7680 3 роки тому

      Thanks for being an honest fan of mine thanks for the love and support hope I can reach out to you on your cellphone number❤️❤️

    • @jameyhellolovelyitgivesmeg6361
      @jameyhellolovelyitgivesmeg6361 3 роки тому

      Hello lovely
      It gives me great joy when i open my comments section on my official IG handle and i see your beautiful comments i want to commened you for your enormous support towards my career, know doubt your unending support made me who I'm today do not get tire of me as i we continues to give you the best.
      Continues to give me your support,and soaring higher higher we shall all attend.
      Always remember to maintaining the covid19 protocols as we all wait on God to deliver us.
      #Staysafe#stayhealthy
      Love you❣️❣️💋

  • @IrishMagpie88
    @IrishMagpie88 3 роки тому +86

    July 4, 2020. This song gives me the chills. It's a tough time in the US right now, and we are seeing it in color. I just want it to be red, white, and blue.

    • @thomasferrusi1345
      @thomasferrusi1345 3 роки тому

      Amen. We The People Will See It Thru June 3rd 2021

    • @stacyparker4559
      @stacyparker4559 2 роки тому

      The tough part is that the people of this country have different ideas of what red, white, and blue means to them.

    • @ChocolateHabanero22
      @ChocolateHabanero22 2 роки тому

      @@stacyparker4559 Yup. The enemy is within, not overseas in the sand.

    • @dumptruckD83
      @dumptruckD83 2 роки тому +1

      4July2021, the answer is be the change you wish to see!

    • @itsjustaprankbro3324
      @itsjustaprankbro3324 2 роки тому +1

      a year later and this comment is so true love ya brother good words

  • @durb_lb7392
    @durb_lb7392 9 місяців тому +3

    Remember hearing this song when I was a teen. My grandpa was a WW2 vet and it just spoke volumes with me. My grandparents grew up during the great depression. Now, i realize why grandparents saved and stored certain items. Thanks Jamey, and thank you for being to realist artist that showed up for Chris. (Oliver Anthony)

  • @shelley9900
    @shelley9900 5 місяців тому +6

    Dear God, I know I’ve heard this song in the past, however, it really really hit home for me tonight and I believe every word, and I want to revisit this song every day remaining of my life❤

  • @claytoncollier6481
    @claytoncollier6481 6 років тому +44

    My Papa lived to be 94 yrs old. This song reminds me of him. He was in WW2 and told me several stories of him being in the US Navy. He was known throughout Georgia. He went through the Great Depression and he died a Millionaire several times over... I love you Papa! What an inspiration you are to me! I Love this Song!

    • @larrydoherty9283
      @larrydoherty9283 5 років тому

      My grand father was in the Navy during WWII

    • @comandermcgarrett7795
      @comandermcgarrett7795 5 років тому

      I have never know either of my grand dads. The one on my moms side died in a tractor acident out in a feild in 1965 2 years after my mom was born. My other grandparents died 30 or so years ago and i have no clue how. Atleast your grandpa lived to be 94.

    • @shannonfinkley6384
      @shannonfinkley6384 5 років тому

      Clayton Collier I wanna hear some of them stories if u don't mind I like to hear stories from our vets

    • @kathyhaynes5977
      @kathyhaynes5977 5 років тому

      Clayton Collier was he ever on the USS Terror?

  • @fidgetqueen627
    @fidgetqueen627 Рік тому +1

    Tears flowing thinking of my precious Papa. He went to Japan at barely 18 yrs old in the Army at end of the Korean War. He left us for heaven 5 rs ago. 5/12/30- 3/23/18.

  • @gwenroney3972
    @gwenroney3972 Рік тому +4

    I've loved this song for YEARS! My Dad was born in 1933. All the family pics were in black & white. I wasn't born till 1972. I listened to my Dad's childhood stories. If I only had a DeLorean to go back, I never met my grandpa (1904-1965). My grandma (1914-2000). They lived through the hard times.

  • @merica7291
    @merica7291 2 роки тому +559

    Jamey Johnson is an underappreciated Country music star and a USMC veteran. The perfect American.

    • @littlefinkle7757
      @littlefinkle7757 2 роки тому +17

      Didn't realize he was a vet. Thank you for that information!

    • @MaddawgMar
      @MaddawgMar 2 роки тому +16

      He served in the Marine Corps Reserve as a Mortarman assigned to Wpns Co, 3rd BN 23rd Marines. He got out before the Iraq War, and used to spend his nights of the 2 weeks Annual Training, playing his guitar and singing in the Barracks. In 2003, I was attached to that same unit to be deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and I have been told stories from guys who served with him.

    • @derekschmid1059
      @derekschmid1059 2 роки тому +1

      Who wrote this song?

    • @idamaecombs5475
      @idamaecombs5475 2 роки тому +1

      I agree

    • @rositabayaua540
      @rositabayaua540 2 роки тому +1

      BLESED THOSE MEN WHO FIGHT FOR The love of his country. GOD ALMIGHTY BESS THEM..

  • @yangshen5540
    @yangshen5540 4 роки тому +285

    I work in a nursing home kitchen, and serve what's left of these folks their meals....there's no one like them, their numbers are dwindling; get every last story out of them that you can, especially now that CV is here....what a great tribute in song form.

    • @cathyc2665
      @cathyc2665 4 роки тому +4

      ❤❤❤❤❤ I hear ya!! I work in nursing homes taking care of the men that took care of us! I love and respect our Veterans!!

    • @robp_bowfly
      @robp_bowfly 4 роки тому +7

      Thank you for taking care of them. They are a national treasure.

    • @shisler26
      @shisler26 3 роки тому +2

      One day, I'll be there.....my own mortality

    • @13thvarebel16
      @13thvarebel16 3 роки тому +3

      Yang Shen Thank you for your service!

    • @yangshen5540
      @yangshen5540 3 роки тому +3

      @@13thvarebel16 Very nice of you to say...I'm honored. Those folks deserve our very best!

  • @mariehalsey8892
    @mariehalsey8892 10 місяців тому +3

    Today...July 6th I thought of this song out of the blue. I listened to it immediately. Just about made me cry. My grandmother is 98 and I know she could relate to this. I've held a grudge against my grandma for a few years maybe the concept of this song could heal us....❤

    • @kimmyhawk5612
      @kimmyhawk5612 10 місяців тому

      Same. I listened to this song probably 30 times yesterday. Reminds me of my Grandpa and Grandma. Grandpa lived to be 99. Gram 94. Oh, how I miss them! But I'm blessed to have had them into my 40s. They were the best!!! ❤

    • @mariehalsey8892
      @mariehalsey8892 10 місяців тому +1

      Awesome. I call my grandma Gram 🫶🏻. I call her that because she always had raisins and graham crackers for snack at her house.

    • @gregnormal55.
      @gregnormal55. 9 місяців тому

      @@mariehalsey8892 Hello! How are you doing? Please pardon me for intruding into your privacy but I just wanted to know if you are a fan? Have a great day… Stay Safe

  • @candacegeorge2121
    @candacegeorge2121 9 місяців тому +28

    I can't listen to this song without just crying my eyes out it's so beautiful

  • @mom2huskies
    @mom2huskies 6 років тому +88

    This song describes my dad. He enlisted in the Army after Pearl Harbor. I thank all who served. I love and miss my dad.

    • @okimluvinit
      @okimluvinit 5 років тому +2

      Awww, so sorry my dad served in te army for 8 years then he became a cop
      Edit-the

    • @suzieparis6821
      @suzieparis6821 5 років тому +1

      Me too

    • @STARNES27
      @STARNES27 5 років тому

      T for fcfcffgffgc fgvy6 and I will be at your place by then and then I can
      The only thing to be at work at the song is that the same as a stupid 😑😑😂😂😡😂😂😑😑😂😂😑😂😂😡😂😂😡😑😂😂😂😑😂😂😂😡😂😂😡 😂😂😑😂 😂😡 😂😂😡 😂😑😂😂 😡😂 😂😂 😡😑😂 😂😡 😂😡 😂😂 😡 a stupid 😑 😂😑 😂😡 😂😂 😡😂 😂😂 😡 a stupid a good time 😡😂 😂😡 😂😡😂

  • @georgee.juscott2686
    @georgee.juscott2686 2 роки тому +99

    This by far is one of the greatest tributes I’ve ever heard to the heroes of World War II. Both my father and my uncle served. My uncle was killed at the battle of coral sea as part of the marine detachment on the USS Lexington. My father served as well in the army. Fortunately he did come home. I wish he could’ve heard this song. I remember being a kid, and him calling the music I listen to jungle music. I know he would’ve appreciated this one though. Love and miss you dad and uncle Ed.

    • @dylanlloyd2067
      @dylanlloyd2067 2 роки тому +2

      My grandpa on my mom's side served in the Pacific on the US Enterprise, he was a radio tech - I was too young when he passed but saw his b&w service photos. My dad's dad served in the army in France during 44-45 when they were pushing the Germans out of small villages in tanks - just a decade prior he was in a cornfield, giving bird calls & shooting whatever came out of the trees for supper. I love this damn song.

    • @georgee.juscott2686
      @georgee.juscott2686 2 роки тому +2

      That was a strong ship there too. It’s survived a few attacks.The USS Lexington a.k.a. the gray ghost. They actually brought it back afloat and got it operable. If my memory serves me correctly, it’s either in California or Texas as a museum.
      Both our relatives, we are true heroes. My father served in the army as petroleum engineer. Anybody that serves this country in a protective manner, is a hero in my eyes.

    • @charlessaint7926
      @charlessaint7926 9 місяців тому +1

      We have a photo of great-uncle Bill in 1945. He's smiling with the family. It was in black and white. What it doesn't show is the damage of being a POW of the Japanese for three years. Ulcers in his eyes rendered him virtually blind and malaria paralyzed him from the waist down when rescued. By the time of his discharged he recovered from if his sight and could shuffle walk. In the photo he's smiling. Inside he was mentally and physically wrecked.
      Then to add to the problems, my grandfather, who also served in the war with the Army, comes home with a Japanese bride! The family was either cold or openly hostile to Grandma, the exception being one of Grandpa's brothers, Thomas, and Uncle Bill. According to Grandma, Uncle Bill never raised blamed her for what happened to him, name called, cursed, or even raise his voice at her, but he would not stay in the room with her for very long.
      His name was was Corporal William Lee McMillan, USMC, Company M, 4th Marine Regiment. Captured in the Island of Corregidor in April 1942. Rescued at Bilibid Prison, Manila in February 1945.

    • @markdavis3905
      @markdavis3905 2 місяці тому

      My father served also inww2
      D. Day , the bulde and on to the surrender. GOD bless those guys and gals of that generation...We can only pray that is not the end of the Blessings.

  • @codzy3532
    @codzy3532 10 місяців тому +4

    im dark 60 and i love this song reminds me of my grandma my aunty my mum the battlers put up with crap but still smiling and getting through life which i learnt from now my 22 yr old grandson looks up to me of all the crap i went through in life......i said i learnt it from my generation the old ppl they inspired me kept me going to which i learnt from God bless the battlers the triers that keep going while putting up with crap my hat goes off to all amen 😊❤🙏🧔‍♀👵💐🌹🥀

  • @TheToyReviewer1984
    @TheToyReviewer1984 5 років тому +91

    My grandpa was in the first division Marines stationed in Guadalcanal, South Pacific Japan. I inherited his USMC uniform from my grandmother. It’s my most prized possession. The blood, sweat and tears that are in that fabric is mind boggling. The things he did and had to see is something I would never want to “see in color”. He was the bravest and most badass man I ever knew. He was scared of nothing. That war changed him. He left a boy and returned as a man. How he survived that hell hole was all in God’s grace! It screwed him up mentally. I miss him everyday. We lost him in 1995. Greatest man anyone would ever want to know! USMC SEMPER FI STRONG!💪🇺🇸

    • @elkguidenm8504
      @elkguidenm8504 4 роки тому +1

      Semper Fi

    • @carinamoretti4437
      @carinamoretti4437 4 роки тому

      Semper Fi

    • @thejohnnydropkick
      @thejohnnydropkick 4 роки тому +1

      My grandpa was at Guadalcanal as well. He also passed in '95. I wonder if they knew each other. They were amazing men asked to do more than any man should ever be expected to do.

    • @jessicawinship564
      @jessicawinship564 4 роки тому +1

      Marines are the biggest badass's around.my dad is a Marine,inactive now,but as you no,once a badass Marine,always a badass Marine.My cousin is a Marine also.he just got done doing 13yrs of active duty.he was in the special ops.i have a total of 27 aunts and uncles that have served in every branch of the military. Every veteran I see,no matter where I am,or even if they are dickheads to me,I tell them how thankful and proud I am to be able to thank them for their services... I will b forever in debt,greatful and thankful for you,your family,my family and for EVERYONE else who has served and their families.. You are all in my ❤ and prayers..but,thank you sir for your services.i will b forever grateful.SEMPER FI 4life!

  • @hbilly3979
    @hbilly3979 5 років тому +501

    This song brings me to tears but I can't stop listening, I buried my father and March he was 96 three War veteran of the Marine Corps. The song makes me so proud of These Fine men who served and those of us who still do.
    Semper Fi

  • @dallasknackstedt6056
    @dallasknackstedt6056 9 місяців тому +4

    I picked this song to be played at my grandpa's funeral a few months ago. This is the first time I've been able to listen to it since then and I'm crying so bad I think I'm going to be sick

  • @curtisanderson8013
    @curtisanderson8013 Рік тому +3

    today my Papa would have been 111 years old had he been still here it's been 11 years since God needed another Marine in Heaven WW2 Veteran and my Hero Happy Birthday Papa🫡🫡🫡🍻

  • @alexanderanderson1874
    @alexanderanderson1874 5 років тому +115

    Who else is here in 2019. Thank you to all the vets in this great country of the USA! Thank you for your service and bravery! R.I.P. Dad i miss you like crazy!,

    • @brianshantz2449
      @brianshantz2449 4 роки тому

      😥😥

    • @meishahaggard495
      @meishahaggard495 4 роки тому +2

      Yeah my Grandpa i never met died in world war 2 after they declared peace. My dad was in Correa. Rip Ronny Joe, "Dad", and Emmil Angle "Grandpa",...much love

  • @david_W5QDF
    @david_W5QDF Рік тому +49

    My father and I both worked in the photo processing industry. We were there when we went from B&W to Color. Developing all that B&W images we would say “you should see that in color”. This song makes me cry thinking of all the times with my father. ❤

  • @franktaylor7978
    @franktaylor7978 9 місяців тому +13

    I just learned of this song. I live in San Francisco and don't hear a lot of country music here. I learned about this song from Oliver Anthony. It brought tears to my eyes. Thanks.

  • @StillYHWHs
    @StillYHWHs 8 місяців тому +1

    My Uncle Billy. Sitting on the couch. In our living room. A Vietnam veteran he was. Was showing me a picture of vietnam. When I said the place looked beautiful. He said to me "you should have seen it in color." I remember telling a guy this when we were in Maine. At a single retreat from churches gathering in Grey area. We gathered to have fun. When I heard this song. The words were almost exactly the same. As I said to him. I can't help but to wonder if the song was written by what I said . Or if it was a popular thing to say amongst the vietnam veterans. This was mid 70s.

  • @Indiana_Jones-Z
    @Indiana_Jones-Z 3 роки тому +99

    My late grandfather was a marine
    that fought in Guadalcanal during WWII. I can't listen to this song without shedding a tear.

  • @brzrk7642
    @brzrk7642 8 років тому +176

    If you had a childhood this was the song that your dad would even tear up to...

    • @3v_Aerion
      @3v_Aerion 8 років тому +2

      yep

    • @mikethaxton4935
      @mikethaxton4935 8 років тому +2

      +Average WhiteGuy I did the first time I heard In Color

    • @tannermckay7161
      @tannermckay7161 8 років тому +3

      +Mike Thaxton think we all did bud

    • @mikethaxton4935
      @mikethaxton4935 8 років тому

      Grounded insanity yup

    • @jdoggstanley
      @jdoggstanley 8 років тому +4

      +Average WhiteGuy I still tear up and I have heard this song a million times

  • @kellygregg9192
    @kellygregg9192 6 місяців тому +1

    My granddad was in the Korean war..and the things he told me amazed me...and him ! Love u Granddad, miss u soo much !

  • @williamcampbell5900
    @williamcampbell5900 9 місяців тому +1

    Heard this player live. I cried when I heard it. Miss my grandpa who passed in 1997. I met Jamey after the show, I told him thank you for that song. He signed my hat and I gave him a hug and told him thank you. That was in springfield missouri

  • @matthewyatesfishing2482
    @matthewyatesfishing2482 7 років тому +371

    What happened to songs like this? I'm only 13 but I'm in love with this song ❤️they need to bring these songs back😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

    • @baileycallahan3868
      @baileycallahan3868 7 років тому +3

      Yea they really should I wish they would these songs are truly amazing

    • @brandonfisher8672
      @brandonfisher8672 7 років тому +6

      yes true music

    • @anonymousgamer-cq5qi
      @anonymousgamer-cq5qi 7 років тому +6

      look up chris stapalten

    • @cletus_666
      @cletus_666 7 років тому +4

      +anonymous gamer101 he is the only hope for country today

    • @heatherb8269
      @heatherb8269 7 років тому +5

      +Michael Vest Don't forget George Strait

  • @loganscott2360
    @loganscott2360 7 років тому +631

    I have one last great grandfather from ww2. He recently told me his stories, since his memory has started to go. It was the first time I saw the man cry. What he went through, he said, is something no person should ever have to do or see. He's 93 years old. His generation is passing, and I think he knows his time is coming. It's sad to see it happen with your own eyes. This song will always remind me of him.

    • @loganscott2360
      @loganscott2360 7 років тому +48

      Goodbye grandpap. I love you.
      1923-2016

    • @alexmcghin8516
      @alexmcghin8516 7 років тому +14

      my great aunt. 1924-2014. my gf broke up w me the day she died. worst day ever

    • @timallen3558
      @timallen3558 7 років тому +20

      Logan, thanks for sharing this story. The sacrifices made for this country to be free is almost inconceivable. What an honor for you and others to have family who paid their dues and made the sacrifices. And what an honor for those of us who did not to live in this great nation.Tom

    • @vincentdominguez6464
      @vincentdominguez6464 7 років тому +8

      May God Bless your hero of a great grandfather and welcome him to Eternal Peace when He calls his name.

    • @sydneylynn4331
      @sydneylynn4331 7 років тому +8

      My Step Great grandpa died of leukemia the day before easter and whenever we would drive to lafeyette to see him he's be worse. Same with my grandpa we saw him everyday even the day he died. My grandpa waited until he saw everyone he could then when my MiMi left him in the Living room to get him food he passed he died only a few months ago while my Great Grandpa died in 2015

  • @taylorbewley88ify
    @taylorbewley88ify 5 місяців тому +2

    Song made my dad cry. That means something. Thank you for making a beautiful song in this era of shit pop country.

  • @davidfarmer6144
    @davidfarmer6144 8 місяців тому +2

    Man I hope every grandchild God willing has the opportunity to go through a photo album with a grandparent. That's what it's all about your loved ones from the past and the ones they loved ❤

  • @steveogee7458
    @steveogee7458 2 роки тому +96

    At 60 years old, I've heard and lived through all the greats. This has to be right at the top of the all time best. I love it.

    • @christimecarmona6810
      @christimecarmona6810 Рік тому +3

      ❤❤

    • @waredskinfan
      @waredskinfan Рік тому +2

      Steve, I'm also 60 and yes, at our age we are blessed to have listened to the absolute best of country music. Songs like this reminds me of riding beside my dad in his 69 ford f-100 listening to am radio.

  • @castagnola68
    @castagnola68 2 роки тому +335

    Every time I hear this song I tear up. Represents a time when everything was real and authentic.

    • @brianholz9882
      @brianholz9882 Рік тому +1

      It still is..remember this is 40 years

    • @bluefenixalchemy7
      @bluefenixalchemy7 Рік тому +2

      I don't think I have ever listened to this song with out tearing up. These words mean more than most can imagine

    • @cindymoon24
      @cindymoon24 Рік тому +2

      I have never yet listened to this song without sobbing.

    • @jamiedalluge9472
      @jamiedalluge9472 Рік тому

      Ditto brother

    • @elliemathews6884
      @elliemathews6884 Рік тому

      Yes!! Completely agree.

  • @teeel8033
    @teeel8033 11 місяців тому +13

    This is one of my favorite country songs, and that is saying something. Such a beautiful tribute to the lives of people and their memories, that only they can relive through the photographs. I tear up every time I hear it. Thank you, Jamey.

  • @calvincheney7405
    @calvincheney7405 9 місяців тому +4

    Good on ya for showing up at Oliver's shindig Jamey... Salute~

  • @jasonvernon6438
    @jasonvernon6438 5 років тому +159

    Drinking a beer on my porch listening to this. I listen to this song alot. My grandfather's both served this great country , and thankful for everyone who served

  • @justincredible7805
    @justincredible7805 5 років тому +13

    THANK GOD FOR EVERYBODY WHO HAS EVER SERVED...i can't ever be grateful enough

  • @Slimshaddy8
    @Slimshaddy8 5 місяців тому +2

    Rick loved this song. I always think of him when I heat it. Our grandparents and our history meant a lot to both of us because we were 2 broken people from broken families that managed to find each other and fall in love

    • @CB3Music
      @CB3Music 5 місяців тому

      This song is so good!

  • @amyosgood6044
    @amyosgood6044 10 місяців тому +1

    Great Uncle Howard Bessey..... never came back.....great grandma ....she never gave up hope...today... today Howard will walk in that door.
    I was born in '78.
    Never knew great grandma.
    My dad remembers her...
    He remembers Howard
    Just a young man doing his duty.
    Thank You Uncle Howard..

    • @gregnormal55.
      @gregnormal55. 9 місяців тому

      Hello! How are you doing? Please pardon me for intruding into your privacy but I just wanted to know if you are a fan? Have a great day… Stay Safe

    • @brandonsabin1471
      @brandonsabin1471 3 місяці тому

      Buddy I will pray for you sir. GOD bless you sir!

  • @Tray420
    @Tray420 Рік тому +27

    This song was written for the love of life. Thank you Jamie.

  • @valuepurposemission7517
    @valuepurposemission7517 3 роки тому +173

    its 2020 the world is eating its self alive and people have forgotten what it took to have the peace we have .... this song deserves more recognition than a side note in life. Semper Fi.

    • @2KCamaroZ28SS
      @2KCamaroZ28SS 3 роки тому +7

      We're on our way to world war again. Hard times create strong men, strong men create good times, good times create weak men, and weak mean create hard times.

    • @georgemoore2444
      @georgemoore2444 3 роки тому +4

      this song ain't no side note- it's a history lesson about life. OOOOOORAAH!

    • @michaelbeaman892
      @michaelbeaman892 3 роки тому +2

      Roger that. My family has served this country in every war (and "police action") including the Revolution. We saw it in color. If you paid for it with your own sweat and blood, you know what it's worth.

    • @valuepurposemission7517
      @valuepurposemission7517 3 роки тому

      @@michaelbeaman892 semper fi

    • @peewee4302
      @peewee4302 3 роки тому +1

      Semper Fi my brother!

  • @mc98smusicmoviereviews93
    @mc98smusicmoviereviews93 8 місяців тому +7

    Jamey’s gravelly voice perfectly complements the instrumentation and lyrics. Love this.

  • @maryjackson3438
    @maryjackson3438 10 місяців тому +1

    My Grandpa on my father's side was a flight engineer on a B-25 Mitchell. My Gramps on my mother's side was a gunners mate in the Navy; during WW2. I miss them all! and I'm very thankful for every sacrifice they and each of their wives (both of my grandmother's) made; To provide me a better life, and freedom. God bless the greatest generation! Miss and love all of y'all, and your stories. ❤️.

  • @kennethcaine3402
    @kennethcaine3402 5 років тому +12

    Wonderful brings back memories of my Daddy 1st marine division south Pacific served with the Legendary Chester R Puller. Daddy passed away March 18,2018,he had a burial with full Marine honors it was so great and Humble, I received that Flag from the Marine he placed it in my arms I can't Express my feelings in words, but He deserved that.

    • @georgemoore8832
      @georgemoore8832 5 років тому +1

      Kenneth Caine My father did his time in that Pacific hell. 3rd division marine corps. SEMPER FI.

  • @yankeeedandy
    @yankeeedandy 7 років тому +2416

    Thank you to every man and woman who have put on a uniform and risked their life to defend their country