Aaron lewis after he left his band staind who was a main stream alternative band in the early 2000’s. His solo career has been so dope. Straight roots country music with a hard message throughout
Aaron Lewis never left Staind, he did both the band and his solo country gig at the same time. They released their eighth album last year. I hear their latest single Here and Now on the radio all the time, it's really good.
The New Year's show he did a couple of years ago creased me, when he was mimicking many, "singers" when he perfumed Nutshell, WOW! I'm 46, followed his career for, well since I was tiny. The guy is amazing. ✌️
He never left staind and they dropped an album last year and have tour dates starting in April and may with seether... he's taking time off from his solo career for may but he's touring all year
Joined the Navy in 1994, joined law enforcement 2008 and I can say what’s going on today isn’t what I fought for. If anyone doesn’t like it I do NOT care. I paid a ton and people like me earned the right so kiss off if you do not like what I say. Also thank you for what you do brother. If we can’t learn from history, we can’t help but repeat it. And yes I WILL GLADLY DIE SO MY GRANDCHILDREN CAN LIVE IN FREEDOM.
We are all living by the laws of the jungle not the laws of the land, the system is made for people like me to fail, and the only way to beat the system is to go against the system which im trying to do
As a combat vet, I can tell you that this song resonated with me. I fought for a country that I can't recognize anymore. The hatred, intolerance, and division truly breaks my heart. It sickens me. I pray we find our way back, but day by day, I find less hope.
Well then you clearly didn't know the country very well that you were fighting for, and unless that combat was in WWII, you weren't fighting for your country, or freedom back at home, or to spread democracy. You were fighting for politicians and the ruling class, the long powerful arm of the most imperialistic brutal empire the world has ever seen. Not putting a single ounce of that on you, you believed in your heart otherwise, we all did at one time, they've had most the country indoctrinated into the false narrative we live under since end of WWII and the creation of the MIC. Aaron Lewis is a failed alternative rock icon, who turned to county when he couldn't cut it as a rocker any longer, because it's easy to sell records there, and more accepted to sing songs other have written or are flat out cover tunes. Not to mention, his whole "country life" background is a total sham, made 95% of it up right out of thin air. Google "aaron lewis temper tantrum", and see how many times he's stormed off stage cause the crowd wasn't respecting him enough, or him disrespected Mexican American citizens, or him throwing a drink at someone in the crowd, hell this song is an insult to what America is supposed to stand for!!!..... F - Aaron Lewis!!
"I don't know enough [about history], I need to hear both arguing points" You are a blessing amongst men, amongst people in general. Willing to hear out the other side... This is why I'm subbed to you, man. One love, homie.
As a Veteran myself, the American flag is an ideal. What it stands for is Honor, Duty and Respect among a long list of things. I'm however disgusted with Politicians and what they've done to this Country I fought for and love. The ideal is what we need to get back to. God bless & God speed.
Bro!!! PREACH!!! This is YOUR channel! Talk bro! That's what we're here for. If people don't want to hear you and what you have to say, they should watch something else!!!
My daughter just turned 27 and I was an old mom, haha! SHE turned me on to Staind. Her dad played drums with a metal band and she's into the heavier stuff like him...me, I'm too eclectic and I only like it sometimes. But I did like Staind though. What a voice! Loved it way back then and still today.
@@billycapps1 I can understand that. I've had some artist, bands or songs that have gotten me through some stuff. Being a young 59yo, I've had quite a few hard times and songs to get me through it.
Aaron Lewis is awesome! Stained is a great band before he went solo. And "Country Boy" is definitely something you need to check out! Especially because I know you're a patriot at heart! It's about leaving the Hollywood scene and living the American dream... Just need a little land and a fam! About to check out this reaction, thanks for what you do bro! I also really dig your own hip-hop content! Keep doing your thing!
It's still a great band, they're still together, just released their eighth studio album last year. He's been doing the band and the solo stuff all along.
@@emerje0 oh cool! Thanks for letting me know!!! I listen to soooo much music! It's hard to keep track of everything now that EVERYTHING is online! I lose track of some great artists sometimes!!!!
This is Truly just an Amazing n heart Wrenching song ...tears at your patriotism n love of our country and the sacrifices made by sooo many ..for us yet WE are being let Down daily in soo many way By those WE put into Government to Serve us NOT To Destroy WE THE PEOPLE!!😎
My Dad served in WWII, and Korea, my late husband and current husband both served in Vietnam. Our country has issues, but there are many who will die to keep us free. The problem is we have bullies in this country that pit people against each other for skin color, looks, how they live, so many things. I'm so excited to see younger people like you see through the BS. My son is almost 50 and his head is in the sand. He thinks I'm crazy. Love this song by Aaron Lewis. Keep talking, you just might open 1 person's eyes and for that you will be a hero.
From Atlantic 🇨🇦; Thank You Mr. Lewis. This needed to be said! BP; thanks for reacting to this Brother. I may not be an American but I'm less than 2 hours drive time from US Soil. WE ARE IN THIS TOGETHER!
More Aaron Lewis. Amazing voice and songs that will hit your soul. -Mama -God and Guns -Grandaddys Gun -Lost and Lonely -Someone -Sinner -Everybody talks to God Way too many beautiful songs to list but those are some great ones. AFL is Aaron Ffing Lewis. God bless.
I've seen Aaron Lewis twice in his one man acoustic performance and he is truly both a super talented performer and a real patriot who cares about our country. His solo stuff is fantastic, as well as his stuff with Staind.
Love your honesty....Love your passion...Take care of your family Sir. This is from a cool cat in Dallas. A white dude listening to a black dude while living in the Mexican hood. God Bless America
What a great song. He is not the only one. I get it. I am so proud of my young grand son who joined the Army when he was 18 yrs. old to protect the U.S.A. I agree with everything you said tonight. Taking down statues is so sad. It is part of our history.
Southerner here who would like to address your questions on Confederate monuments/statues. As you know, most of the folks in the north, typically hold a far more negative view of these historical monuments than us in the south do. Why is that? Simply because they have different meanings to different people. While northerners may see those statues and have thoughts of racism or whatever it may be, southerners such as myself dont ever think of such a thing when considering the meaning of the statues. It is important to note that most Southern Confederate soldiers did not go to war to fight for the institution of slavery. They went to war because they were standing for the rights of their states against a corrupt federal government that had abused its power and wanted to unconstitutionally expand to radical and extreme lengths. If you're not from the south, you may not be taught about that. But the reality is, I'm from Kentucky, and I myself along with many others from states across the south have had ancestors, in my case, my 4th great grandfather, who fought with the south. They believed that they were fighting tyrants who wanted nothing more than to eliminate the rights of their states. I assume you aren't from the south so you probably wont understand this as much, but most southerners hold most of our pride in our state. For instance, most people here say "were Kentuckians first, and Americans second." But that doesn't mean we dont love our beautiful country. We absolutely do, and would die for it. But we also dont want to be stuck in the same bucket of laws as someone from say, Connecticut or Massachusetts. We have very diverse cultures as state's and we like to keep that. You cant take someone from Texas and someone from New York and just expect them to be the exact same, to want the same laws, and to think exactly the same. We also celebrate Confederate History Month in April to look back and remember the history of the civil war and the south, as well as Confederate Memorial Day, which we celebrate in honor of our fallen Confederate veterans, like my grandfather, who served honorably alongside other southern states against a tyranical federal government. To sum it all up, there's 3 short reasons that explain and cover most of the bases for this 1. F-ck the government 2. Statewide culture + states rights 3. Heritage + southern pride To some people, it may be just 1 of those, could be 2. To me, it's all 3. I could go *much* deeper into this, as I haven't even scratched the surface of the iceberg, but I think ive explained everything pretty well. If you have any questions please feel free to ask. God bless you, and God bless these United States of America 🇺🇸 ❤
😂😂😂 Well I am from WV and will start by saying KY wasn't even a Confederate State it was a neutral state that had people on both sides and even Prager U had a video about how slavery and its economic impact was the reason why the South with its slave owner band of traitors Jefferson Davis etc decided to over step their state authority and succeed without going through proper rules and regulations don't try to rewrite history in a southern glory they were traitors got their ass beat and honestly got off easy because they were still regarded by many in the North as just misguided. FYI Grant was the best general in either side by a good margin Confederate States were doomed from the start🇺🇸
@@andreagageby4854 This is false on so many levels. Keep in mind the only thing I agree with for the South was their right to secede which happened one other time in our nation's history and that was New England when James Madison was in office. He did indeed give them the option to leave (which they did not) and ordained that it was their RIGHT to do so under the Constitution (Hartford Convention). Any person worth their salt, or taken a REAL history course, would be introduced to a couple of books. "For Cause and Comrades: Why Men Fought in the Civil War" from James M. Pherson which is a catalogue of REAL stories from journals/dairies from BOTH Union and Confederate soldiers on why they were fighting the Civil War. You will come to find many soldiers in the Union never mention abolishment of slavery (especially the conscripted soldiers) as well as the Confederate soldiers (same as the Union levied) who were afraid of losing their lands and freedoms. Then we have "Lincoln Takes Command" from John Shipley Tilley which is a great book on how Lincoln wanted the Civil War to begin with. MANY people agree Lee was the best general but the most INFLUENTIAL general was Sherman and not in a good way. In Sherman's own Memoirs, I forget the book he wrote, he writes about the March to the Sea and how he, his wife and Lincoln both laughed with glee how he ended not only men but innocent women and children. Sherman was just a monster as was his wife. Both governments were absolutely VILE in the Civil War.
@@kusarigama7899you’re a clown. You don’t get to tell him what’s false. Good work trying to give people their opinion and how they see things. You prove his point.
Love Aaron Lewis! He has a lot of great songs as a solo artist, but u should check out his music that he did with his band Staind! Someone else I think u would like is Everlast! He was the front man for House of pain, that branched out on his own....His album Whitey Ford sings the blues is absolutely amazing! It's kind of a blend of rap and rock! U may be familiar with the song What it's like, but if ur not, please do yourself a favor! Strong message on that 1!
Aaron Lewis’s voice is insane and he was the lead singer of a band called stained ! You got a check out the explicit version of the song you’ll enjoy it a little better ! This song gives me the chills. I am a very patriotic American, and the song pretty much says it all.
The reason the Democrats were pushing to have the Confederate statues to come down, was because those statues were Democrats. It's called hiding the past truth.this old vet has been enjoying your reactions. I'm the fourth of five generations of vets. I also exist with TBI and PTSD, under a VA homeless program for vets. If you asked me if I would still fight for this country? Till my last breath. Salute to my brother and sister veterans and to the Oath that never dies. May you be finding peace with the battle within.
Aaron is my favorite! He’s a LEGEND. His songwriting is great. When he was the frontman for Staind he wrote some incredible songs. As he took time as a solo artist he put a lot of them as an acoustic version. They are incredible. Something to Remind You (Staind) live at the Mohegan Sun is unreal. He pulls some of those notes from his toes. His voice is incredible especially if you listen to both. But I think almost everyone knows “It’s Been A While”. Lol. Also Aaron doesn’t have a middle name so his fans call him “Arron F*cking Lewis” so he adopted it as his middle name ☺️ He’s a big patriot and has several songs dedicated to veterans.
Definitely would recommend Country Boy by him. He’s got an entire album dedicated to the vets and America too. But definitely check out something to remind you I mentioned above. You can’t go wrong. Aaron will draw you in and he’s a story teller. One of the best story tellers ever.
Love your reactions brother. Keep it up. You should check out country boy that you referenced but also need check out some of his work with Stained to appreciate the power of his voice!
Aaron Lewis was in a band as the lead singer of Staind, he did that for years then he decided to go into country and has never looked bad! But he is a great rock singer and country singer
You really need to go down the RAbbit Hole for Aaron Fuckin Lewis. He has GREAT chops. He and his band got their big start thanks for Fred Durst from Limp Biskit back in the day and when he did his song “Outside” in concert from the Family Values Tour (literally one of the biggest tours of teh early 200’s) acoustic with Fred Durst on stage and it was EPIC and basically made him and Staind “Made Men”. What’s crazy is he made most of the song up ON STAGE LIVE because he never finished the song but Fred wanted him to perform it. Crazy story. He does GREAT one man acoustic tours and has some GREAT Country songs but also some Incredible Covers. So many songs in his catalogue are really good. He’s a TRUE Bad@ss
First time I saw him live with stained was 2009. Got to see them a few more times- but I haven’t been able to see him solo live yet/ But his live performances were b you tube- are awesome! Give a few a chance after you watch the officials- the lives won’t pass the “cursing” check- he speaks his mind on stage. He is on tour this year and just added more dates- No Hawaii but maybe in the future
I had the blessing of seeing Aaron Lewis in concert back in the early/mid 90's. He was the opening act for Trisha Yearwood. He BLEW her set out of the water.
Your insight and articulation of thoughts is top notch. I love the thoughts you’ve put out and respect what you’ve said. Aaron Lewis is the lead singer of the rock band “Staind” who we (me at least) grew up listening to btw
I started watching the reaction videos because it was entertaining, but, now I really only watch yours! You are a true man, a family man who actually loves his wife and daughters ! I see it when you speak of them you burst of pride and love. You and your friends that you react with are a breath of fresh air in this clown world of soot and smut. Like most of us when we were young we all were rebels full of piss and vinegar,and the one thing that kept us focused or kept us searching to find our place in the life was the consistent structure of our family and society , Men were Men strong protective providers who would lay their life down for the woman he loved and for his children women were women who nurtured us taught us respect gratitude and love and would lay their life down for her children and her man! Where did these people go? I found one it’s you, and God Bless you and your family! I wish the best for you , thank you
One of the best and most emotionally stirring vocalists on the planet. Can’t think of another artist who can put that much emotion into their performances. You should do more of him. His old band, Staind, was a monster back in the day. They split up for a long time, but they dropped a new album and are going on tour this year.
Statues remind us of where we've came from and what we've been through good or bad so that we remember our past and learn from it. When we forget we repeat.
Aaron Lewis has an amazing voice he is mine and my wife’s favorite singer we have seen him live 4 times between his solo stuff and his band staind and he sounds exactly the same live as in his music. Country boy is a great song he has a bunch of great solo songs but country boy is a good place to start besides this one. Thank you for the reaction bro
Aaron is an amazing artist! "Country Boy" kind of tells his story. Definitely check him out live if you ever get the chance. Also make sure to check out Staind and you'll see where he started.
I thought with your background you'd be able to appreciate this one, love the reaction it's good to see when something like this stirs emotion in others.
He has another great song called Everybody Talks to God. History keeps us from repeating mistakes of the past. It should never be erased or hidden to please a few people
I believe in everything u said...America is for everyone but if ppl don'tike what it stands for then it's time for them to leave.. I'm so tired of ppl disrespecting what this country is about n constantly trying to strip of our history n this country that we love so much..Ppl coming from other countries n bringing their flags here n taking ours down,maybe they don't deserve the freedom that is attached to that flag..Most of them never fought for this country nor did anyone in their families.. Instead of taking our flags n statues down we should be telling them to leave..This is why our country is in the shape it's in...
Aaron Lewis had common an alternative hard rock group called stained, but he also had his country career. He is now going back to Staind again. Definitely check out his stuff. He’s got a lot of really good songs. Both country and rock.
What's crazy is the first time most people heard him was in a live performance of Outside at the Mississippi Coast Coliseum in 1999 with Fred Durst on backup vocals. It was so good it ended up being repeatedly played on MTV and the radio, the studio version wouldn't come out until 2001! I can't think of any other time that a liver performance preceded a studio performance and received such huge response. It's on UA-cam and worth checking out. ua-cam.com/video/kc3Za3jfvJg/v-deo.html
That was a great show. Me and a few friends drove over to Biloxi from Pensacola for the show. It's pretty cool to be able to say I was there when they recorded the video
If people don't want to hear you talk they are in the wrong place, that's what I'm here for. Enjoyed your take on it, especially the "statues coming down" I agree with you 100 percent! Army Vet/Retired Deputy Sheriff. I agree with your take on the police too, and I love how you reacted to Aaron calling out Springsteen.
Aaron's band "Staind" had so many great songs. DEFINITELY check out their live version of "Something to Remind You" & his solo song "Everybody Talks to God" is a great story song.
When it comes to what you said about the statues being in museums that is exactly where i believe they should be. You do not want to forget history. Forgetting history only means you're doomed to repeat it.
Great song reaction, this song reminds me of “this ain’t my American” by Lynyrd Skynyrd it came from the Gods and Guns Album in 2009. This is a great song from a great band, as you know from free bird.
I am so glad you are reacting to this..... During the warmer months when I walk every night I listen to this on my playlist....... Heard it hundreds of time and still love it... I hope ya like it!!! Have a great week to you and your family!
You really need to see Arron Lewis live. He plays a lot of original music from his band Stained and lots of covers. Great show!
I have seen him twice and will see him again. He's a true patriot. Love him.
Aaron lewis after he left his band staind who was a main stream alternative band in the early 2000’s. His solo career has been so dope. Straight roots country music with a hard message throughout
Aaron Lewis never left Staind, he did both the band and his solo country gig at the same time. They released their eighth album last year. I hear their latest single Here and Now on the radio all the time, it's really good.
The New Year's show he did a couple of years ago creased me, when he was mimicking many, "singers" when he perfumed Nutshell, WOW!
I'm 46, followed his career for, well since I was tiny. The guy is amazing. ✌️
He never left staind and they dropped an album last year and have tour dates starting in April and may with seether... he's taking time off from his solo career for may but he's touring all year
He never left Staind he just did his own stuff for awhile like the band with Aaron Lewis has made music here recently
And raw talent man can sing
Proud retired Marine here, Your emotion shows your true love of what America is suppose to stand for. God bless you brother!!
Thank you for your service. I did not serve. I sat back and partied like the alcoholic I use to be. Thank you ......
Thank you for your service, sir! From a Marine wife.
Joined the Navy in 1994, joined law enforcement 2008 and I can say what’s going on today isn’t what I fought for. If anyone doesn’t like it I do NOT care. I paid a ton and people like me earned the right so kiss off if you do not like what I say.
Also thank you for what you do brother. If we can’t learn from history, we can’t help but repeat it. And yes I WILL GLADLY DIE SO MY GRANDCHILDREN CAN LIVE IN FREEDOM.
We are all living by the laws of the jungle not the laws of the land, the system is made for people like me to fail, and the only way to beat the system is to go against the system which im trying to do
As a combat vet, I can tell you that this song resonated with me. I fought for a country that I can't recognize anymore. The hatred, intolerance, and division truly breaks my heart. It sickens me. I pray we find our way back, but day by day, I find less hope.
Thank you for your service
Check Out CREATIVETS! Retired Disabled Veteran here. Aaron did They Call me Doc
Thank you
Thank you brother
Well then you clearly didn't know the country very well that you were fighting for, and unless that combat was in WWII, you weren't fighting for your country, or freedom back at home, or to spread democracy. You were fighting for politicians and the ruling class, the long powerful arm of the most imperialistic brutal empire the world has ever seen. Not putting a single ounce of that on you, you believed in your heart otherwise, we all did at one time, they've had most the country indoctrinated into the false narrative we live under since end of WWII and the creation of the MIC.
Aaron Lewis is a failed alternative rock icon, who turned to county when he couldn't cut it as a rocker any longer, because it's easy to sell records there, and more accepted to sing songs other have written or are flat out cover tunes. Not to mention, his whole "country life" background is a total sham, made 95% of it up right out of thin air. Google "aaron lewis temper tantrum", and see how many times he's stormed off stage cause the crowd wasn't respecting him enough, or him disrespected Mexican American citizens, or him throwing a drink at someone in the crowd, hell this song is an insult to what America is supposed to stand for!!!..... F - Aaron Lewis!!
"I don't know enough [about history], I need to hear both arguing points"
You are a blessing amongst men, amongst people in general. Willing to hear out the other side... This is why I'm subbed to you, man. One love, homie.
The...... explicit version, hits home harder.
As a Veteran myself, the American flag is an ideal. What it stands for is Honor, Duty and Respect among a long list of things. I'm however disgusted with Politicians and what they've done to this Country I fought for and love. The ideal is what we need to get back to. God bless & God speed.
His LIVE version of this is PHENOMENAL!🥂
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God Bless your dad for his service. And God bless you for being the prodigal son.
Bro!!! PREACH!!! This is YOUR channel! Talk bro! That's what we're here for. If people don't want to hear you and what you have to say, they should watch something else!!!
Age has done nothing to the power of his voice.
The guy is still amazing.
Bloody hell I'm old!😂
My daughter just turned 27 and I was an old mom, haha! SHE turned me on to Staind. Her dad played drums with a metal band and she's into the heavier stuff like him...me, I'm too eclectic and I only like it sometimes. But I did like Staind though. What a voice! Loved it way back then and still today.
lol. Me too. I’ve loved Aaron Lewis since Dysfunction. Got me through some hard times.
@@billycapps1 I can understand that. I've had some artist, bands or songs that have gotten me through some stuff. Being a young 59yo, I've had quite a few hard times and songs to get me through it.
Aaron Lewis is awesome! Stained is a great band before he went solo. And "Country Boy" is definitely something you need to check out! Especially because I know you're a patriot at heart! It's about leaving the Hollywood scene and living the American dream... Just need a little land and a fam! About to check out this reaction, thanks for what you do bro! I also really dig your own hip-hop content! Keep doing your thing!
It's still a great band, they're still together, just released their eighth studio album last year. He's been doing the band and the solo stuff all along.
@@emerje0 oh cool! Thanks for letting me know!!! I listen to soooo much music! It's hard to keep track of everything now that EVERYTHING is online! I lose track of some great artists sometimes!!!!
I have probably listened to this song a million times, and I STILL well up with tears, every time!! ♥️🇺🇸♥️🇺🇸
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to really appreciate Aaron Lewis, you gotta check out his live performances. Hes amazing.
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Especially the one where he goes on a rant about Democrats..lmao
I can't wait to see him live next month!! I got tickets for Christmas!
The live version of this song where he is on stage in front of an American flag, just him and his acoustic.. DANG!
Just saw him last week. Amazing show
This is Truly just an Amazing n heart Wrenching song ...tears at your patriotism n love of our country and the sacrifices made by sooo many ..for us yet WE are being let Down daily in soo many way By those WE put into Government to Serve us NOT To Destroy WE THE PEOPLE!!😎
My Dad served in WWII, and Korea, my late husband and current husband both served in Vietnam. Our country has issues, but there are many who will die to keep us free. The problem is we have bullies in this country that pit people against each other for skin color, looks, how they live, so many things. I'm so excited to see younger people like you see through the BS. My son is almost 50 and his head is in the sand. He thinks I'm crazy. Love this song by Aaron Lewis. Keep talking, you just might open 1 person's eyes and for that you will be a hero.
From Atlantic 🇨🇦; Thank You Mr. Lewis. This needed to be said!
BP; thanks for reacting to this Brother. I may not be an American but I'm less than 2 hours drive time from US Soil. WE ARE IN THIS TOGETHER!
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More Aaron Lewis. Amazing voice and songs that will hit your soul.
-Mama
-God and Guns
-Grandaddys Gun
-Lost and Lonely
-Someone
-Sinner
-Everybody talks to God
Way too many beautiful songs to list but those are some great ones.
AFL is Aaron Ffing Lewis.
God bless.
Cant stop listening to your stuff, you have an incredible ear for music and you recognize real shit when your hear it. Kudos.
I've seen Aaron Lewis twice in his one man acoustic performance and he is truly both a super talented performer and a real patriot who cares about our country. His solo stuff is fantastic, as well as his stuff with Staind.
Love your honesty....Love your passion...Take care of your family Sir. This is from a cool cat in Dallas. A white dude listening to a black dude while living in the Mexican hood. God Bless America
What a great song. He is not the only one. I get it. I am so proud of my young grand son who joined the Army when he was 18 yrs. old to protect the U.S.A. I agree with everything you said tonight. Taking down statues is so sad. It is part of our history.
I saw Aaron Lewis in the early 2000's when he was with stained! Great voice, great stage presence and versatile... A true ARTIST ....
After dozens of times hearing this song, still can't hear it without tearing up😢
I cried the entire song, he is amazing
Love, love, love this song!
Southerner here who would like to address your questions on Confederate monuments/statues.
As you know, most of the folks in the north, typically hold a far more negative view of these historical monuments than us in the south do. Why is that? Simply because they have different meanings to different people. While northerners may see those statues and have thoughts of racism or whatever it may be, southerners such as myself dont ever think of such a thing when considering the meaning of the statues. It is important to note that most Southern Confederate soldiers did not go to war to fight for the institution of slavery. They went to war because they were standing for the rights of their states against a corrupt federal government that had abused its power and wanted to unconstitutionally expand to radical and extreme lengths. If you're not from the south, you may not be taught about that. But the reality is, I'm from Kentucky, and I myself along with many others from states across the south have had ancestors, in my case, my 4th great grandfather, who fought with the south. They believed that they were fighting tyrants who wanted nothing more than to eliminate the rights of their states. I assume you aren't from the south so you probably wont understand this as much, but most southerners hold most of our pride in our state. For instance, most people here say "were Kentuckians first, and Americans second." But that doesn't mean we dont love our beautiful country. We absolutely do, and would die for it. But we also dont want to be stuck in the same bucket of laws as someone from say, Connecticut or Massachusetts. We have very diverse cultures as state's and we like to keep that. You cant take someone from Texas and someone from New York and just expect them to be the exact same, to want the same laws, and to think exactly the same. We also celebrate Confederate History Month in April to look back and remember the history of the civil war and the south, as well as Confederate Memorial Day, which we celebrate in honor of our fallen Confederate veterans, like my grandfather, who served honorably alongside other southern states against a tyranical federal government.
To sum it all up, there's 3 short reasons that explain and cover most of the bases for this
1. F-ck the government
2. Statewide culture + states rights
3. Heritage + southern pride
To some people, it may be just 1 of those, could be 2. To me, it's all 3.
I could go *much* deeper into this, as I haven't even scratched the surface of the iceberg, but I think ive explained everything pretty well.
If you have any questions please feel free to ask. God bless you, and God bless these United States of America 🇺🇸 ❤
😂😂😂 Well I am from WV and will start by saying KY wasn't even a Confederate State it was a neutral state that had people on both sides and even Prager U had a video about how slavery and its economic impact was the reason why the South with its slave owner band of traitors Jefferson Davis etc decided to over step their state authority and succeed without going through proper rules and regulations don't try to rewrite history in a southern glory they were traitors got their ass beat and honestly got off easy because they were still regarded by many in the North as just misguided. FYI Grant was the best general in either side by a good margin Confederate States were doomed from the start🇺🇸
@@andreagageby4854 This is false on so many levels. Keep in mind the only thing I agree with for the South was their right to secede which happened one other time in our nation's history and that was New England when James Madison was in office. He did indeed give them the option to leave (which they did not) and ordained that it was their RIGHT to do so under the Constitution (Hartford Convention).
Any person worth their salt, or taken a REAL history course, would be introduced to a couple of books. "For Cause and Comrades: Why Men Fought in the Civil War" from James M. Pherson which is a catalogue of REAL stories from journals/dairies from BOTH Union and Confederate soldiers on why they were fighting the Civil War. You will come to find many soldiers in the Union never mention abolishment of slavery (especially the conscripted soldiers) as well as the Confederate soldiers (same as the Union levied) who were afraid of losing their lands and freedoms. Then we have "Lincoln Takes Command" from John Shipley Tilley which is a great book on how Lincoln wanted the Civil War to begin with.
MANY people agree Lee was the best general but the most INFLUENTIAL general was Sherman and not in a good way. In Sherman's own Memoirs, I forget the book he wrote, he writes about the March to the Sea and how he, his wife and Lincoln both laughed with glee how he ended not only men but innocent women and children. Sherman was just a monster as was his wife. Both governments were absolutely VILE in the Civil War.
Very well said. I was born in Kentucky as well. I'm in SC now. I wish more people understood that Southern Pride doesn't equal racism.
@@kusarigama7899you’re a clown. You don’t get to tell him what’s false. Good work trying to give people their opinion and how they see things. You prove his point.
Love Aaron Lewis! He has a lot of great songs as a solo artist, but u should check out his music that he did with his band Staind! Someone else I think u would like is Everlast! He was the front man for House of pain, that branched out on his own....His album Whitey Ford sings the blues is absolutely amazing! It's kind of a blend of rap and rock! U may be familiar with the song What it's like, but if ur not, please do yourself a favor! Strong message on that 1!
Whitey Ford!
Aaron Lewis’s voice is insane and he was the lead singer of a band called stained ! You got a check out the explicit version of the song you’ll enjoy it a little better ! This song gives me the chills. I am a very patriotic American, and the song pretty much says it all.
I was hoping he'd do that version also! It just hits different with the F bombs
@@HollerMa71 absolutely I love it
AFL. Aaron F*cking Lewis. His words. Seen him in concert. Both when he was with Stained and solo. Great guy. A patriot.
God Bless America 🇺🇸
Awesome song. I'd never heard it before. Loved your take on it.
The reason the Democrats were pushing to have the Confederate statues to come down, was because those statues were Democrats. It's called hiding the past truth.this old vet has been enjoying your reactions. I'm the fourth of five generations of vets. I also exist with TBI and PTSD, under a VA homeless program for vets. If you asked me if I would still fight for this country? Till my last breath. Salute to my brother and sister veterans and to the Oath that never dies. May you be finding peace with the battle within.
There is a live acoustic version that is a little slower, that is by far the best performance of this song.
I have tickets to see him in March. I can’t wait for the concert!!
As much as we try, we can’t change history!!!! I was born and raised in Charleston, SC. I’ve never lived anywhere else.
I love your channel!!!!!
Aaron is my favorite! He’s a LEGEND. His songwriting is great. When he was the frontman for Staind he wrote some incredible songs. As he took time as a solo artist he put a lot of them as an acoustic version. They are incredible. Something to Remind You (Staind) live at the Mohegan Sun is unreal. He pulls some of those notes from his toes. His voice is incredible especially if you listen to both. But I think almost everyone knows “It’s Been A While”. Lol.
Also Aaron doesn’t have a middle name so his fans call him “Arron F*cking Lewis” so he adopted it as his middle name ☺️
He’s a big patriot and has several songs dedicated to veterans.
Definitely would recommend Country Boy by him. He’s got an entire album dedicated to the vets and America too. But definitely check out something to remind you I mentioned above. You can’t go wrong. Aaron will draw you in and he’s a story teller. One of the best story tellers ever.
I bought tickets to see Aaron Lewis earlier today. I love this guys music.
He was a rock and roll singer in the band Staind!!! Amazing vocals. I've always been a Staind fan. You need to look them up!!!
Love your reactions brother. Keep it up. You should check out country boy that you referenced but also need check out some of his work with Stained to appreciate the power of his voice!
great comments Black Pegasus. Thank you. I appreciate you for sure. great song and great comments.
Love you Brother! God Bless America! Peace.
This one is even more powerful stripped down and live. Thank you for your intelligent, articulate, common-sense reaction.
Aaron Lewis was in a band as the lead singer of Staind, he did that for years then he decided to go into country and has never looked bad! But he is a great rock singer and country singer
one of the best straight voices you can hear. his live shit is so good. After he left Stained he really got better.
You really need to go down the RAbbit Hole for Aaron Fuckin Lewis. He has GREAT chops. He and his band got their big start thanks for Fred Durst from Limp Biskit back in the day and when he did his song “Outside” in concert from the Family Values Tour (literally one of the biggest tours of teh early 200’s) acoustic with Fred Durst on stage and it was EPIC and basically made him and Staind “Made Men”. What’s crazy is he made most of the song up ON STAGE LIVE because he never finished the song but Fred wanted him to perform it. Crazy story. He does GREAT one man acoustic tours and has some GREAT Country songs but also some Incredible Covers. So many songs in his catalogue are really good. He’s a TRUE Bad@ss
I like listening your voice is very calming
First time I saw him live with stained was 2009. Got to see them a few more times- but I haven’t been able to see him solo live yet/
But his live performances were b you tube- are awesome!
Give a few a chance after you watch the officials- the lives won’t pass the “cursing” check- he speaks his mind on stage.
He is on tour this year and just added more dates-
No Hawaii but maybe in the future
You are a man of good will!
I had the blessing of seeing Aaron Lewis in concert back in the early/mid 90's. He was the opening act for Trisha Yearwood. He BLEW her set out of the water.
I love Aaron Lewis!
Every Aaron song is a ballad with meaningful lyrics that tell a truth. He is amazing in country and as Stained!
Beautifully stated about corruption and fighting for each other❤ I KNEW you'd love this song ❤️🔥
LOVE, LOVE, LOVE Aaron Lewis. Hes country now but used to be with Staind
God bless you sir.
such an awesome song. the live acoustic preformance takes it to a whole other level.
Your insight and articulation of thoughts is top notch. I love the thoughts you’ve put out and respect what you’ve said. Aaron Lewis is the lead singer of the rock band “Staind” who we (me at least) grew up listening to btw
I started watching the reaction videos because it was entertaining, but, now I really only watch yours! You are a true man, a family man who actually loves his wife and daughters ! I see it when you speak of them you burst of pride and love. You and your friends that you react with are a breath of fresh air in this clown world of soot and smut. Like most of us when we were young we all were rebels full of piss and vinegar,and the one thing that kept us focused or kept us searching to find our place in the life was the consistent structure of our family and society , Men were Men strong protective providers who would lay their life down for the woman he loved and for his children women were women who nurtured us taught us respect gratitude and love and would lay their life down for her children and her man! Where did these people go? I found one it’s you, and God Bless you and your family! I wish the best for you , thank you
This is a powerful song!!! Aaron nailed it!!!!
One of the best and most emotionally stirring vocalists on the planet. Can’t think of another artist who can put that much emotion into their performances. You should do more of him. His old band, Staind, was a monster back in the day. They split up for a long time, but they dropped a new album and are going on tour this year.
First time I seen this and it's making me cry. Great song and singer.
Statues remind us of where we've came from and what we've been through good or bad so that we remember our past and learn from it. When we forget we repeat.
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Love this song
HE IS AMAZING LIVE ONE OF MY FAVORITE ARTISTS ALL TIME
Aaron Lewis has an amazing voice he is mine and my wife’s favorite singer we have seen him live 4 times between his solo stuff and his band staind and he sounds exactly the same live as in his music. Country boy is a great song he has a bunch of great solo songs but country boy is a good place to start besides this one. Thank you for the reaction bro
Aaron is an amazing artist! "Country Boy" kind of tells his story. Definitely check him out live if you ever get the chance. Also make sure to check out Staind and you'll see where he started.
Hey BP. Great commentary, I agree 100%. Sounds like your a good man and father.
What an amazing reaction!.. great job
Need to check out “Something to Remind You” or “Outside” when he was with STAIND love his voice! Everything he’s sings is awesome.
"Start with what is right rather than what is acceptable." -Franz Kafka
I thought with your background you'd be able to appreciate this one, love the reaction it's good to see when something like this stirs emotion in others.
I love this song. The live versions are even better because of the energy behind it!
Your absolute right we need a better world for all our children
Thanks for being REAL, and showing me this great song!
Get offline, turn off the news, and get outside and meet people and you will quickly realize we don’t all hate each other.
AMEN!!
I LOVED Stained, but I didn't really listen to much of his once he went solo, I'm an idiot.. my first listen to this as well, and I love it!!
He has another great song called Everybody Talks to God. History keeps us from repeating mistakes of the past. It should never be erased or hidden to please a few people
I believe in everything u said...America is for everyone but if ppl don'tike what it stands for then it's time for them to leave.. I'm so tired of ppl disrespecting what this country is about n constantly trying to strip of our history n this country that we love so much..Ppl coming from other countries n bringing their flags here n taking ours down,maybe they don't deserve the freedom that is attached to that flag..Most of them never fought for this country nor did anyone in their families.. Instead of taking our flags n statues down we should be telling them to leave..This is why our country is in the shape it's in...
Thanks!
Thanks for your extra support
Aaron Lewis is amazing. I loved him with his band Staind.❤ def should check some of those out
Aaron Lewis had common an alternative hard rock group called stained, but he also had his country career. He is now going back to Staind again. Definitely check out his stuff. He’s got a lot of really good songs. Both country and rock.
AMEN, BROTHER! AMEN!!!
Love Aaron Lewis ❤️ and love Staind!
Great song great reaction
Dude ur awesome!! Thnx for sharing this
he was the lead singer in stained, amazing band
What's crazy is the first time most people heard him was in a live performance of Outside at the Mississippi Coast Coliseum in 1999 with Fred Durst on backup vocals. It was so good it ended up being repeatedly played on MTV and the radio, the studio version wouldn't come out until 2001! I can't think of any other time that a liver performance preceded a studio performance and received such huge response. It's on UA-cam and worth checking out. ua-cam.com/video/kc3Za3jfvJg/v-deo.html
Thanks for the suggestion! Will be checking it out!
That was a great show. Me and a few friends drove over to Biloxi from Pensacola for the show. It's pretty cool to be able to say I was there when they recorded the video
Yes and he made the song up as he performed it. It was amazing.
If people don't want to hear you talk they are in the wrong place, that's what I'm here for. Enjoyed your take on it, especially the "statues coming down" I agree with you 100 percent!
Army Vet/Retired Deputy Sheriff. I agree with your take on the police too, and I love how you reacted to Aaron calling out Springsteen.
Aaron's band "Staind" had so many great songs. DEFINITELY check out their live version of "Something to Remind You" & his solo song "Everybody Talks to God" is a great story song.
When it comes to what you said about the statues being in museums that is exactly where i believe they should be. You do not want to forget history. Forgetting history only means you're doomed to repeat it.
This song makes me cry every time I hear it. I worry for our children and future
i second his song Country Boy
Tears every time.
Great show Great song
Thanks for keeping it real man.
He’s Aaron Lewis. One of the best of all times. I was a top fane from the time Staind came out
Bro...I am originally from Richmond Virginia...Monument Ave. was a Tourist attraction with SO much history...all gone. Can't go back home
Great song reaction, this song reminds me of “this ain’t my American” by Lynyrd Skynyrd it came from the Gods and Guns Album in 2009. This is a great song from a great band, as you know from free bird.
I am so glad you are reacting to this..... During the warmer months when I walk every night I listen to this on my playlist....... Heard it hundreds of time and still love it... I hope ya like it!!! Have a great week to you and your family!