A person choice is theirs I think this song should have won a few Grammys. Absolutely one of the best songs I have ever heard. Reminds me of being 17 and meeting this girl that was 19. Her car was broke down and I had a friend bring the part out and I fixed on a dirt parking area by the Railroad tracks. It got fixed and she offered me $20.00 I took it and she asked if I wanted anything? I said " Let's go to Dairy Queen" I used that $20.00 to get us something. That memory will never fade away. 31 years ago.
This was the song I played for the love of my life,,Lost her to cancer 5/26/20 There not a day that goes by that I don't miss her,,64 and still cry like a baby when I hear this song..Thanks guys for this awesome song
Tell me more about it please. Whenever I think about this song I think back to 2015 when I was hanging with this petite redhead named Annie. She dumped her boyfriend that night to hangout with me, made love to her on Melbourne beach in Florida. Still the most memorable night of my life, she has mostly forgotten me now but I'll always remember her that night and the untaimed youth and just pure life I had that night.if only I can go back I swear to God I'd give anything.
Yep mine was 40 yrs ago and a girl a couple years older than me named Nora! Beautiful raven hair and haunting green eyes! Makes me smile from nostalgia
This song resonates with me. Makes me cry. Think of my life when I was free with the world at my feet. My love in 1973 I left cuz of my insecurity. I hope he found his love. I wish I could go back. Makes me cry. We went our separate ways. I loved him.
I’m also here, just after reading T.J.’s (and John!) Time Magazine interview... The first time I ever heard this song, several years back, it instantly reduced me to tears. I’m a guy in his mid-50s, so that doesn’t happen very often, but my heart could feel that this song wasn’t just, you know, “song craft “, but about real pain from real life. I loved it, then, and even more so, now. Whenever this pandemic madness ends, and we can get back to seeing shows, I cannot WAIT until my wife and I can come out and see these guys again. Much love to anyone who reads this.
I work at a 'bro country' radio station and can honestly say that this is the best song I've heard this year. It's just simple, no frills, nostalgic melody. Captures a moment without resorting to cliches or feeling overhyped. Stands out nicely among the other songs on the station.
Brad, check out "Hank State of Mind" if you like that good ol simple country like it should be. PLay it on the air, and see what kind of response you get ;)
T.J. Osborne I have intermittently been sobbing and beaming at the news of your coming out with all the pride of a fellow Southern, gay, lifelong country music fan. I can't tell you how deeply your actions have resonated with me and I'm sure countless others. I can only count the days till I can purchase a ticket to a Brother's Osborne show and revel in your extraordinary music. Till then I'll let my heart wonder through "21 summer". 💓
I have loved this tune from it's published time to now. It reminds me of my wife, we met when she was 16yrs and I was 18yrs. We survived Vietnam and another 10yrs in the Marines. We have been in a relationship from 1971 to now.
Teddie I agree with you, and the feeling you feel is the sadness that still lingers inside for breaking up with a person you were greatly in love. That's exactly what I feel but I moved on, well I think I did.
Now that he came out I can finally relate to a heartbreak country song. Your first heart break before coming out it's the most painful. You can't talk about it or share this with anyone, it's a deep wound that you carry around forever...💔🌈
So how could you not relate before, but do now? Its the same song. Just because the guy came out and said he's gay and wrote about a boyfriend he had, doesn't change the song.
This was my ex and my song. We were together for six years, met in the summer when I was 19 and he was 21. He played it when he dropped me off at the airport to go back to school. I still very much love him and always will, even though I’m happily married to someone else. Now our relationship is just like in the song-over, but looked back on fondly.
I'll never hear and look at this song the same way again after discovering the true story behind it after reading T.J.'s coming out article on TIME Magazine. It's unfortunate it's about his first relationship & heartbreak but it is absolutely beautiful and heartwarming he made this song for the love he had. I'm so excited and happy for him to finally live his true life with his true self. We love you TJ!! Here's to achieving true happiness and success in life, love, music and so much more!
I agree so much that is why I am listening to it now I loved it when it first came out on the radio, and I will always love this it is his story .. beautiful song ..
"How you been, I'd love to hear 'bout how you've been -- you're the only broken heart I've ever had, and love to have again....." The Brother's nailed my youth there. Thanks guys.
I’m so happy for T.J. I can listen to this song in a totally different light now and understand it fully (and cry) Thanks for writing it. ❤️. Keep up the good work.
T.J.'s voice is so soothing. I remember my 21 summer. He (yes he), was 13 yrs older then me. The heartbreak was so bad, i ran away to the United States Air Force, just to get away. Brothers O, thanks for this gem of a song. And T.J, always live your best truth! You have a whole new legion of fans now, and i'm one of them.😊
When I first listened to this I thought it had a nice melody. The second time I listened, I really listened to the lyrics and it hit me that this is such a beautiful piece of songwriting! Even though it's bittersweet, to me this is a real love song.
Every time I listen to this song it makes me feel nostalgic. It makes me think of so many things that I had no idea would come later. Of the memories, feelings, and things that happen only once in a lifetime.
Why am I just now hearing this in 2023? It's in Walmart radio alot, and I'm like " FIRST REAL COUNTRY I've heard since the 90s!!". Never heard of these guys but I have now!! Wow!!!
Reminds me of my 1st love we would of had babies and been married if he didnt pass. I love you, Daniel Lee...tell mommy I miss her also. Yall will always be my Angel's ❤
TJ, KUDOS Brother! Coming out is hard and liberating. Liked your music already - now I LOVE. This song is spot on. First thought it was of the relationship with a woman that was celebrated for what it was....but now it is even better knowing it really speaks to the heart. Celebrate being you. A cool, masculine talented handsome musician...that happens to be gay. I'm totally fine being gay too. There are more bi men and gays out there than most would admit. Only the STRONG speak up. It's a God given trait and not a choice (for those thick headed that don't get it). You got an ever bigger fan in northern Jersey. We like country too lol Thanks for being you! Rock on
Going to see them at State Fair Milwaukee, and mainly going FOR THIS VERY SONG, THRILLED!!! 🎵🎶 DOES IT GET BETTER THAN THIS SONG????----- Amen, in just making you feel GOOD, EVERYONE OUT THERE!!!; 🙏
This song brings back memories of a simpler time when I was back in high school in my final year, with whom I thought would be the love of my life. A time were the only problems in my life was how late I’d stay out before class or where to eat for lunch. Then Preparing to move away with her and only to find out she no longer loved me… and ironically she drove a blue Chevy
I listen to this song when I feel like crying. I used to listen to this song with my dog, I'd sit on my floor and hold her and sing this to her. She died last summer. This is our song, it always reminds me of her.
My X passed away recently and I have been helping my boys go thru things where they with her. I came across this song on a CD she had and Im wondering if this song was meant for me? Ive listened to it so much in hopes it was. Its been 14 years since our divorce but somehow she still has my heart. My heart is broken that shes gone now!
This song makes me think about a girl I dated 20+ years ago & still think of her from time to time...wondering where she's at & hoping she's found someone to love..So easy to close your eyes to this song & just remember someone you once love from the past & wishing you could flip a switch & go back in time even if only for a moment or two...memories..:)
T.J congratulations on comming out!! It must have took a lot of courage and strength to come out considering your situation, im so proud of you!!!❤🏳️🌈
I love this song. Most of the new-age so called "country" music is terrible but the Brothers Osborne get it right. Select few songs are what I'd call "real" country these days.
I saw Osborne Brothers and Chris Stapleton last summer. Both were amazing, but seriously, go see these guys in concert and support them. They are so much better than what they're recognized in the industry.
Excellent song. Just read the story behind it. And T.J. a lot of us in the gay community love country music. I am a gay black man who spent most of his time two stepping at a gay country bar when I lived out west. I need to get back there to two step to your music. No gay country bars here on the east coast! Love the music you two put out and will always be listening!
This song makes us think about the one. The first true love. The one that got away. I know I'll never forget mine. Ever. The love for her is still as strong as it ever was tho I have to bury it deep in order to keep living. She was and is my one and only. Shes married and long moved on. We were highschool sweethearts. We just started too fast too early. Broke it off in 2010 a couple years after highschool. People used to stop us and say things like, you guy's radiate love, and I have chills just looking at you. I'll never forget our last dance in the kitchen as we both cried knowing it was over. It's been really tough moving on through the years. It still breaks my heart if I let it. It's one of the few things that can make this guy in his mid 30s cry. I'll never forget her. Ever.
in 1987, i was 21, i met a girl named angie in acworth georgia, this song tells the story of our summer, she was a free spirit, troubled and lost, for a moment in time i loved her, then one day i walked away,so i lived this song. i hope she found the storm she was chasing. i wish her well, wherever the storm took her.
A person choice is theirs
I think this song should have won a few Grammys.
Absolutely one of the best songs I have ever heard.
Reminds me of being 17 and meeting this girl that was 19.
Her car was broke down and I had a friend bring the part out and I fixed on a dirt parking area by the Railroad tracks.
It got fixed and she offered me $20.00
I took it and she asked if I wanted anything?
I said " Let's go to Dairy Queen"
I used that $20.00 to get us something.
That memory will never fade away.
31 years ago.
could not agree more!!
Love this memory!
How precious!!!
This was the song I played for the love of my life,,Lost her to cancer 5/26/20 There not a day that goes by that I don't miss her,,64 and still cry like a baby when I hear this song..Thanks guys for this awesome song
My "21 Summer was 38 years ago. God I miss those days!
Your the only broken heart I've ever had and Love to have again. What a line. Brilliant song writing. Love this song.
You bet. Hell of a line.
She wasn't a prostitute, she was jus a older woman who stole his heart
I know it it almost makes me tear up it's so beautiful
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TIME magazine sent me.... listening from a whole new perspective! Love this even more!!!
My "21 Summer" was 50 years ago; I still remember it. This song brings it back. What a great song and memory!
Tell me more about it please. Whenever I think about this song I think back to 2015 when I was hanging with this petite redhead named Annie. She dumped her boyfriend that night to hangout with me, made love to her on Melbourne beach in Florida. Still the most memorable night of my life, she has mostly forgotten me now but I'll always remember her that night and the untaimed youth and just pure life I had that night.if only I can go back I swear to God I'd give anything.
Yep mine was 40 yrs ago and a girl a couple years older than me named Nora! Beautiful raven hair and haunting green eyes! Makes me smile from nostalgia
@@CoorsLight_Conservative ya you made a man of me
Thanks for posting! That's awesome!
This song resonates with me. Makes me cry. Think of my life when I was free with the world at my feet. My love in 1973 I left cuz of my insecurity. I hope he found his love. I wish I could go back. Makes me cry. We went our separate ways. I loved him.
If only I could be that 21 year old again with my 40 year old life experiences and understanding. Would’ve done a lot of things differently.
This song really gets you in the feels
I’m also here, just after reading T.J.’s (and John!) Time Magazine interview... The first time I ever heard this song, several years back, it instantly reduced me to tears. I’m a guy in his mid-50s, so that doesn’t happen very often, but my heart could feel that this song wasn’t just, you know, “song craft “, but about real pain from real life. I loved it, then, and even more so, now. Whenever this pandemic madness ends, and we can get back to seeing shows, I cannot WAIT until my wife and I can come out and see these guys again. Much love to anyone who reads this.
oh stop...
@@K3nVV Well, I wrote this two months ago so, you know, I stopped back then. :)
Much love to you too!!!
I work at a 'bro country' radio station and can honestly say that this is the best song I've heard this year. It's just simple, no frills, nostalgic melody. Captures a moment without resorting to cliches or feeling overhyped. Stands out nicely among the other songs on the station.
Brad Omland I work at a country station as well. Between this and Chris Stapleton, I'd have to say that country music is getting back to its roots!
Jason Isbell also
Brad Omland nastalsic melody, well put. it reminds me if sitting in your car listening to music maybe while making out...lol
Brad, check out "Hank State of Mind" if you like that good ol simple country like it should be. PLay it on the air, and see what kind of response you get ;)
It is also ageless... anyone can identify... even from lost loves 25 years ago.
This girl broke my heart and I suffered for years, but I still wish her well. What a song to capture those emotions.
Same thing for me except I don’t wish her well…
Such an underrated song. Through years of listening, I've never tired of this.
T.J. Osborne I have intermittently been sobbing and beaming at the news of your coming out with all the pride of a fellow Southern, gay, lifelong country music fan. I can't tell you how deeply your actions have resonated with me and I'm sure countless others. I can only count the days till I can purchase a ticket to a Brother's Osborne show and revel in your extraordinary music. Till then I'll let my heart wonder through "21 summer". 💓
🤢
Isn't he from Maryland?
@@andrewwolff1556I'm glad you're sick
Don't dwell on it,it's ok
"You're the broken heart I've ever had, and like to have again" hits pretty hard.
Well said
I have loved this tune from it's published time to now. It reminds me of my wife, we met when she was 16yrs and I was 18yrs. We survived Vietnam and another 10yrs in the Marines. We have been in a relationship from 1971 to now.
This song just makes me feel some type of way
Right !? Get in the mood!!!! Love this one!
Teddie Howell right
cheap?
21 summer
Teddie I agree with you, and the feeling you feel is the sadness that still lingers inside for breaking up with a person you were greatly in love. That's exactly what I feel but I moved on, well I think I did.
I heard this in the car driving home...what a great song! Everyone can relate to that first love that got away. Love the song and the brothers❤
I love when you hear a song with words so powerful that it brings you back to a place and puts tears in your eyes..... an incredible song
Carly Rogers that was my reaction
Carly Rogers yepper
Carly Rogers 👍
Yep I was 17
Honesty! Just the melody of the song has me crying. It's one of those songs I can't listen to loud enough.
Brothers Osborne is my favorite country singer
TJ’s Voice….. dear the maker above❤️
I DON'T care about TJ's lifestyle....this is an AWESOME song
TJ HAS ALWAYS HAD A GREAT VOICE....NO MATTER WHO OR WHAT HE IS....HE'S STILL ONE OF THE BEST MALE COUNTRY VOCALISTS!! LOVE YOU, MAN!!!
know I know what TJ is really singing about in this song . Really makes me love it even more.
Now that he came out I can finally relate to a heartbreak country song. Your first heart break before coming out it's the most painful. You can't talk about it or share this with anyone, it's a deep wound that you carry around forever...💔🌈
So how could you not relate before, but do now? Its the same song. Just because the guy came out and said he's gay and wrote about a boyfriend he had, doesn't change the song.
@@K3nVV I didn't know about the song before he came out
@@enribelramirez9480 not a fan obviously
Dont' need to hear about who he really wrote this song about before coming out.
LOVE this song. Brothers Osborne are incredibly talented!!!
Brings us all back to that first love!
This was my ex and my song. We were together for six years, met in the summer when I was 19 and he was 21. He played it when he dropped me off at the airport to go back to school. I still very much love him and always will, even though I’m happily married to someone else. Now our relationship is just like in the song-over, but looked back on fondly.
I'll never hear and look at this song the same way again after discovering the true story behind it after reading T.J.'s coming out article on TIME Magazine. It's unfortunate it's about his first relationship & heartbreak but it is absolutely beautiful and heartwarming he made this song for the love he had. I'm so excited and happy for him to finally live his true life with his true self. We love you TJ!! Here's to achieving true happiness and success in life, love, music and so much more!
I agree so much that is why I am listening to it now I loved it when it first came out on the radio, and I will always love this it is his story .. beautiful song ..
Couldn't have put it any better! Love to you. Love is never wrong.
2021 still loving it. His voice is perfect for this song,
nasty and sick
Britt no one want your toxic opinion here go back homophobic!!
If this don’t give you chills you have no soul
This is one of my favorite songs of all time. I get goosebumps and it takes me back to the first summer I ever heard it
One of the greatest songs ever written!!!! ....who wants to question this?
Not me
How could someone break T.J.'s poor heart 🥺 The audacity! But hey, at least he made this beautiful song out of it. Love you TJ!
"How you been, I'd love to hear 'bout how you've been -- you're the only broken heart I've ever had, and love to have again....." The Brother's nailed my youth there. Thanks guys.
This shit hit different...those lyrics are facts 🙌🙌🙌💚💚💚
I’m so happy for T.J. I can listen to this song in a totally different light now and understand it fully (and cry) Thanks for writing it. ❤️. Keep up the good work.
So much respect for TJ and his story, love these guys even more now.
T.J.'s voice is so soothing. I remember my 21 summer. He (yes he), was 13 yrs older then me. The heartbreak was so bad, i ran away to the United States Air Force, just to get away. Brothers O, thanks for this gem of a song. And T.J, always live your best truth! You have a whole new legion of fans now, and i'm one of them.😊
Loved this song when it came out, but somehow it feels extra special now
When I first listened to this I thought it had a nice melody. The second time I listened, I really listened to the lyrics and it hit me that this is such a beautiful piece of songwriting! Even though it's bittersweet, to me this is a real love song.
Every time I listen to this song it makes me feel nostalgic. It makes me think of so many things that I had no idea would come later. Of the memories, feelings, and things that happen only once in a lifetime.
One of my favorite bands. T.J. is one of my favorite singers and John is my current favorite guitarist. These guys are incredible live.
Knowing what this song is really written about now makes my heart so full!!!❤️
Stay in the closet please, no one cares.
How did you find that out?... I guess I Don't get out much...
this song speaks of life, love and heartache
Now I know why I have a weight of emotions each time I listen to this song. I can relate now and much more meaningful. Love you TJ and Bros Osborne.
Lord I love his voice good LORD
Why am I just now hearing this in 2023? It's in Walmart radio alot, and I'm like " FIRST REAL COUNTRY I've heard since the 90s!!". Never heard of these guys but I have now!! Wow!!!
Was lucky enough to turn 21 the year this song came out, still good when I'm 29
My “21 Summer” was the summer of 1998. God I’d give my pinkie toe to relive that again!
Reminds me of my 1st love we would of had babies and been married if he didnt pass. I love you, Daniel Lee...tell mommy I miss her also. Yall will always be my Angel's ❤
"youre the only broken heart I've ever had and would love to have again" 💘
Great White Buffalo
Still
TJ,
KUDOS Brother! Coming out is hard and liberating. Liked your music already - now I LOVE. This song is spot on. First thought it was of the relationship with a woman that was celebrated for what it was....but now it is even better knowing it really speaks to the heart.
Celebrate being you. A cool, masculine talented handsome musician...that happens to be gay. I'm totally fine being gay too. There are more bi men and gays out there than most would admit. Only the STRONG speak up. It's a God given trait and not a choice (for those thick headed that don't get it).
You got an ever bigger fan in northern Jersey. We like country too lol
Thanks for being you! Rock on
Congrats Bros on their award for best duo well deserved! They were refreshingly humble in their acceptance.
Going to see them at State Fair Milwaukee, and mainly going FOR THIS VERY SONG, THRILLED!!! 🎵🎶 DOES IT GET BETTER THAN THIS SONG????----- Amen, in just making you feel GOOD, EVERYONE OUT THERE!!!; 🙏
This song brings back memories of a simpler time when I was back in high school in my final year, with whom I thought would be the love of my life. A time were the only problems in my life was how late I’d stay out before class or where to eat for lunch. Then Preparing to move away with her and only to find out she no longer loved me… and ironically she drove a blue Chevy
Amazing song..never gets played on any country music stations in the UK. What a waste..just so glad I discovered this masterpiece myself
Maybe their still is some hope for new country Music !!
I was thinking the same thing. This duo is pretty good, Their Album Pawn Shop Has some great songs.
People we’ve meet, people we’ve loved, and the way their presence led to who we are today!
He truly loved her and never got over her if she only knew what she thru away
Him!
"I hope you find the storm that you were chasing"
❤
Man this song really hits ya where it hurts
Just hearing this for the first time and it’s beautiful.
That line: “I hope you find the storms that you were chasing…” wow. Bravo!
I listen to this song when I feel like crying. I used to listen to this song with my dog, I'd sit on my floor and hold her and sing this to her. She died last summer. This is our song, it always reminds me of her.
Happy Birthday Maddy. You're one of the great ones. And I'll never forget the time we shared.
The only broken heart I'd love to have again.
would just love to hear about how you and our son have been... God I miss you guys more than life
Can't stop listening to this song. Beautiful. ❤️
Still get watery eyes listening to this song. 💗
This song is perfect. Really makes you think of the "one that got away".
I think its just your first love
Charles Newman you were right. It was my first love haha. Now I've moved on from that girl.
😭
2:12 my favorite part when their voices combine to make the PERFECT sound
Carter Sanderson kicks you right in the feels.
Always was a massive talent, Always will be.
My X passed away recently and I have been helping my boys go thru things where they with her. I came across this song on a CD she had and Im wondering if this song was meant for me? Ive listened to it so much in hopes it was. Its been 14 years since our divorce but somehow she still has my heart. My heart is broken that shes gone now!
Such an AWESOME song
This song makes me think about a girl I dated 20+ years ago & still think of her from time to time...wondering where she's at & hoping she's found someone to love..So easy to close your eyes to this song & just remember someone you once love from the past & wishing you could flip a switch & go back in time even if only for a moment or two...memories..:)
T.J congratulations on comming out!! It must have took a lot of courage and strength to come out considering your situation, im so proud of you!!!❤🏳️🌈
I love this song. Most of the new-age so called "country" music is terrible but the Brothers Osborne get it right. Select few songs are what I'd call "real" country these days.
yes!!
Good road tune... memories we shared and how breaking up made me the person I am today...missed but not forgotten
Ur the only broken heart I'd love to have again says a lot in ANY relationship
Gorgeous song, beautiful lyrics.
By far the best song out there for this summer.
House of Blues Myrtle Beach with LANco was an AMAZING show. My parents even had a great time! Thank you guys!
We are going to their concert at that Alaska State Fair this Saturday. So excited I just love their music.
My father introduced me to this album, and he's 71 years old.
Just shows how music can cross generations.
I saw Osborne Brothers and Chris Stapleton last summer. Both were amazing, but seriously, go see these guys in concert and support them. They are so much better than what they're recognized in the industry.
she always goes back to him he is her safe place. she needs him. And no matter what she or he does bad or good. they always find eachother.
learn to live you life with out regret so looking back dont hurt. truly real country.
this song makes me nostalgic for a first love I've never had
They suck... Broken hearts are no joke
Charles Newman rather feel something than nothing at all
@@charlesnewman1364 Its still better to have loved and lost than to be just alive..
It will happen I promise
Excellent song. Just read the story behind it. And T.J. a lot of us in the gay community love country music. I am a gay black man who spent most of his time two stepping at a gay country bar when I lived out west. I need to get back there to two step to your music. No gay country bars here on the east coast! Love the music you two put out and will always be listening!
This is my new favorite song!!! I love everything about it! The music, the voice, the melody, everything!!
Summer of 2017 is one I revisit again and again
Love you TJ, keep being you, keep making great music.
Oh God!!!! Takes me back to my true love and our balmy nights!!! Thank you so much for this!!!!!!!!!
THIS Song is my life when I listen to it it reminds me of someone a long time ago .
I'm not gay but I love that he is finding his way in life and I will cheer him on love the song
Great song by brothers with terrific harmonies. Hope to hear more from them
Great song. Reminds me of when my bf and I met. We'd listen to this song during road trips ❤
Thanks TJ! You did a brave thing for some young people out there❤️😊
This song makes us think about the one. The first true love. The one that got away. I know I'll never forget mine. Ever. The love for her is still as strong as it ever was tho I have to bury it deep in order to keep living. She was and is my one and only. Shes married and long moved on. We were highschool sweethearts. We just started too fast too early. Broke it off in 2010 a couple years after highschool. People used to stop us and say things like, you guy's radiate love, and I have chills just looking at you. I'll never forget our last dance in the kitchen as we both cried knowing it was over. It's been really tough moving on through the years. It still breaks my heart if I let it. It's one of the few things that can make this guy in his mid 30s cry. I'll never forget her. Ever.
This song should be a lot more popular
No matter where or who in life you are with, this song secretly brings you back to that one ☝️ person. YOU KNOW!!!
in 1987, i was 21, i met a girl named angie in acworth georgia, this song tells the story of our summer, she was a free spirit, troubled and lost, for a moment in time i loved her, then one day i walked away,so i lived this song. i hope she found the storm she was chasing. i wish her well, wherever the storm took her.
hope she found that ''storm that she'd been chasing ''..I think we all have been there..Lou,Ky
Gary Morris over the years ive heard random stories of her troubles, and prison, i wish her well.
found it to ---but I let go
william mullis so did i , of her,
CLIFF, DR. DETROIT, LYNCH wow. Beautiful brother ♥️
So happy this song has been nominated for a Grammy!
I've seen these guys a few times in concert. They put on an amazing show!
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Ameryss Stewart i grew up in the same neighborhood as them they are great people