WAR VETERAN made The Voice coaches CRY | STORIES #3

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  • Опубліковано 21 кві 2018
  • Crissy Ashcroft is a war veteran who served the military for 13 years. Her blind audition is her step off into leaving the army.
    She had to separate from the army because of medical reasons and with the song "When the war is over" she want to find some closure.
    The next weeks we will share more touching and impressive performances from talents of The Voice. Stay tuned for more!
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  • @loganlovell5163
    @loganlovell5163 6 років тому +1871

    She gave up 13 years of her life for Queen and country, and is still fighting for the rest of her life with ptsd and the unbearable things she has to remember forever. You did your country proud, we salute you

    • @dootdoot1867
      @dootdoot1867 6 років тому +35

      Logan Lovell 1 million Iraqi's dead for a war based on a lie. No one is proud of that. Specially her.

    • @loganlovell5163
      @loganlovell5163 6 років тому +30

      DootDoot yes ok, but it still doesn’t dismiss the fact that she gave up a large period of time from her life for her country, that’s what I meant by proud.

    • @monie1527
      @monie1527 6 років тому +15

      Logan Lovell Doesn't negate her dedication and sacrifice ONE BIT.

    • @tonywilkins8381
      @tonywilkins8381 6 років тому +9

      I agree with Logan

    • @cancerjune2751
      @cancerjune2751 6 років тому +7

      Logan Lovell Very WELL SAID GOD BLESSED YOU

  • @chrispage1294
    @chrispage1294 6 років тому +694

    This lady needs to stop saying sorry. She has nothing to feel bad for and everything to be proud of. Her voice is amazing

    • @warrior_9726
      @warrior_9726 6 років тому +8

      Chris Page Exactly. She should be very proud. Wow.

    • @jeffreyknapp63
      @jeffreyknapp63 5 років тому +6

      that the first thing that come to my mind Lady stop excusing youself for being human you did so much for your country !

    • @lwchelsie
      @lwchelsie 5 років тому +1

      Same thing I kept thinking. She has ABSOLUTELY NOTHING TO APOLOGIZE FOR. & an absolutely beautiful voice. I hope she finds the peace she deserves in this life after going through so much.

    • @mhcook9747
      @mhcook9747 5 років тому +3

      Women apologize too much and we have to stop doing that ladies. Replace sorry with excuse me unless you have need to say I’m sorry. Stepping on another’s foot. Excuse me but your music is really loud. Not I’m sorry.

    • @ludethedudee6413
      @ludethedudee6413 5 років тому +2

      @@mhcook9747 She is only apologizing because she feels weak, she's been trained to not have emotions

  • @joeys4289
    @joeys4289 6 років тому +1017

    "I want MY war to be over", Wow.

    • @akmazaidi2909
      @akmazaidi2909 6 років тому +29

      Dodo Bird
      It gives me chills when she said that.

    • @amberhall1288
      @amberhall1288 6 років тому +12

      Dodo Bird It’s hard to hear isn’t it? My heart breaks for her.

    • @danielandrews7378
      @danielandrews7378 6 років тому +3

      she was a pay clerk... she is lying.

    • @_kass3939
      @_kass3939 6 років тому +8

      Daniel Andrews regardless of whatever duty she had she had to leave her country to a war zone, that alone causes trauma.

    • @Mithrandir1983
      @Mithrandir1983 6 років тому +9

      Daniel Andrews You do realize, that even a military personal ("non-soldier") in real warzone can pretty easily get PTSD?

  • @SongsFromTheTrenchesMain
    @SongsFromTheTrenchesMain Рік тому +11

    From a US Marine, thank you for your service ma’am. You have earned a level of honor that nobody can take away.

  • @ManVSBlocks
    @ManVSBlocks Рік тому +6

    "I want my war to be over"
    That cut so deep into me and brought tears out so quickly.

    • @JONNY_RICO69
      @JONNY_RICO69 7 місяців тому +1

      She's a liar look into it 😂

  • @andreagray3055
    @andreagray3055 5 років тому +11

    This lady is amazing and served for her country. She has nothing to be sorry for. She sung that beautifully. Xxx

  • @kealenbudd6735
    @kealenbudd6735 6 років тому +7

    The heart she sang with was overwhelming. It's rare to get goosebumps from a singer for me but she did it.

  • @indy_go_blue6048
    @indy_go_blue6048 5 років тому +6

    Working as an EMT and a nurse, I can't begin to feel her pain, but I've also seen things I wish I hadn't and I'll never unsee…. at least in this world. I wish her the best and I hope she can make it as a singer.

  • @iannicely1
    @iannicely1 5 років тому +293

    Thanks you for your service. I’m a US citizen but I have mad respect for military persons everywhere... this is awesome

    • @mhcook9747
      @mhcook9747 5 років тому +3

      I'm also US and remember our Vietnam soldiers called Baby Killers. That was horrible for them coming home.

    • @zacharyb8757
      @zacharyb8757 4 роки тому +2

      @@mhcook9747 people still do it today i see it in comment sections all the time.

    • @dm-hz5ux
      @dm-hz5ux 4 роки тому +4

      @ oh so a women having short hair makes her sad lonely lesbian trying to be a man?

    • @boolest4776
      @boolest4776 4 роки тому +3

      Gabe Powers just because you’re not brave enough to serve your country doesn’t mean women should be excluded from being able to serve

    • @holyknight1173
      @holyknight1173 3 роки тому

      @Ian Nicely proper term is military personnel

  • @river_the_weirdo
    @river_the_weirdo 6 років тому +12

    As an American soldier I had the honor of serving alongside you in Iraq, my Australian allies. From the bottom of my heart; I am forever grateful to you all of you. Thank you, SGT Kawa

  • @jordannicole230
    @jordannicole230 2 роки тому +6

    How in the hell did she only have one chair turn around?! She was absolutely amazing!!

  • @sgtsnafubohica15
    @sgtsnafubohica15 6 років тому +414

    Oh poor woman. We support you, war sucks PTSD is even harder to deal with when you have seen so much and others just won’t understand.

  • @lorifive
    @lorifive 6 років тому +197

    WAR IS NOT NATURAL !! PLEASE, continue with your therapy! YOUR EYES SCREAM PAIN!! Be careful, stay strong, keep talking it out!!!!!!

    • @joshlewis5310
      @joshlewis5310 6 років тому +8

      manny silva - Actually since the beginning of man kind there has always been fighting and there will always be fighting until the end of the human race.

    • @killereria9945
      @killereria9945 5 років тому +4

      Sadly war is part of humans natural balance. There’s a quote that perfectly summarizes humans.
      Hard times create strong men. Strong men create good times. Good times create weak men. Weak men create hard times.

  • @retiredarthritic2083
    @retiredarthritic2083 6 років тому +128

    From a Canadian Ex-serviceman. Thank you for your service! we are allies and have fought side by side. You stay strong be well and know that your message and courage did not go unnoticed.

  • @americansoldier9681
    @americansoldier9681 6 років тому +177

    *Thank you for your Services Miss.* 👍

    • @SimonA-dm5no
      @SimonA-dm5no 4 роки тому

      stolen valour. www.anzmi.net/index.php/cheats-thieves/medal-cheats/634

  • @contralto25
    @contralto25 5 років тому +4

    Wow, such an amazing voice. You can be so proud of who you are and what you've done for your country.... Words fail me. Definitely keep singing, I know for sure your voice has healing capacity not in the least for yourself. 🧡🇳🇱🎶 With love from the Netherlands.

  • @naomirabe7602
    @naomirabe7602 6 років тому +181

    She is amazing.

  • @helenalborough1421
    @helenalborough1421 6 років тому +58

    I showed my husband who served in the marines who also suffer from both physical and ptsd and he has asked me to right this 1 you have such am amazing voice and thank you he has come out more if of the old steve before he heard you sing so a massive thank you and stay strong

  • @brendarua01
    @brendarua01 6 років тому +72

    This was an amazing performance. All chairs should have turned.

  • @billyk...
    @billyk... 6 років тому +25

    U.S. Army Retiree here. Two tours in Iraq. First tour March 2003. She right about one thing. I have seen things that no one should never see. I have done things that no one should never do. I too was injured in Iraq and have been having trouble every since. I suffered a TBI in Iraq in 2003. PTSD is real.

    • @ashleysama3519
      @ashleysama3519 6 років тому

      The old saying until you walk someone's shoes you can never understand. Myself and so many others' we have to express our many thanks and gratitude to you, Chrissi and others who put their lives on the line for not only America and or in her case the UK, however, the world.

    • @rebeccashivers3561
      @rebeccashivers3561 5 років тому +1

      I know its 2019 i also suffer with ptsd because i was abused physically sexuallt and mentaly for 47 years

    • @codyrose7771
      @codyrose7771 5 років тому

      Thank you for your service! PTSD means you are not a cold blooded heartless monster. You have a heart of gold!

    • @lisabaiocchi1228
      @lisabaiocchi1228 5 років тому

      I'm a home health aide I take care of disabled vet he was iwas in Vietnam warI see him fight the VA just about everyday the government the VA should be ashamed of themselves especially our darling President Donald Trump got out of the service cuz your boo-boos on his toes you little wuss

    • @charliexiao6662
      @charliexiao6662 4 роки тому

      Thank you for your service and sacrifice sir!

  • @sarahshah7932
    @sarahshah7932 6 років тому +7

    Crissy Ashcroft made my cry. I hope she does really well in the show and is able to start her life again after she leaves the army.

  • @shanilram3179
    @shanilram3179 5 років тому +5

    God bless you mom u made your country and family proud respect from Guyana

  • @lous7672
    @lous7672 4 роки тому +2

    We understand why you are crying and you don't need to be sorry it's the people who hate. You fought for your country and carry on fighting now sing a song that means so much you do not need to be sorry! God bless you miss

  • @KADASUVA
    @KADASUVA 4 роки тому +2

    When she kept apologizing for crying, I just wanted to hug her. I hope that she finds peace and closure with whatever demons she is fighting.

  • @mattwicked6882
    @mattwicked6882 5 років тому +19

    Amazing voice. Thank you for your service from America. To many Vets come back with so many scars, but you showed everyone Vets can fight a war without being in the Military. I've seen friends come back, without them being their selves. I wish you luck and greatness with your amazing voice. Continue to fight the good fight.

  • @disneyme7110
    @disneyme7110 6 років тому +32

    What a beautiful voice

  • @jaredlindo5462
    @jaredlindo5462 4 роки тому +1

    Strength of a woman at display

  • @cornellykelly
    @cornellykelly 6 років тому +1

    This video made ME cry. A lot of these men & women don't get to come home. GOD BLESS THEM ALL

  • @user-ez4os5rk4j
    @user-ez4os5rk4j 6 років тому +101

    she is sooooooo amazing

  • @nicolethijs5428
    @nicolethijs5428 5 років тому +4

    I hope for you and with you that you war will be over! Thank you for your service, mam! X

  • @Jglendab8153
    @Jglendab8153 5 років тому

    Never be sorry. I applaud you for gifting yourself for Queen and country.

  • @oliverhoffmann8740
    @oliverhoffmann8740 6 років тому +1

    Miss Ashcroft, I wish you all the best. May you find your inner peace and may YOUR war be over for good. Bless you.

  • @2115virgo13
    @2115virgo13 6 років тому +237

    Thank you for serving !❤️❤️❤️❤️

    • @crazygoddess2922
      @crazygoddess2922 6 років тому +3

      Der Player so what if she never sees it?? It was still nice to say so keep your shit to yourself

    • @dr.glitchgo8181
      @dr.glitchgo8181 6 років тому +1

      Crazy Goddess292 Listen here you sack of shit, that was berry rude. You have no right to insult people like that, bitch, you don't Know me why do you insult me?
      I insult you because you insulted me.

  • @dylic-kb1hu
    @dylic-kb1hu 6 років тому +8

    Wow she is amazing I feel sorry for her

  • @3elitefitness3
    @3elitefitness3 6 років тому +1

    First of all Thank You for your services sister in arms. You have a beautiful voice.

  • @Characterswrite
    @Characterswrite 5 років тому +1

    PTSD is a war all its own, and it's one I understand all too well. You aren't alone.
    Thanks for your service.

  • @krystyna3841
    @krystyna3841 6 років тому +14

    Great voice! I hope i see You more! Love from Poland 🇵🇱

  • @missygarrett8645
    @missygarrett8645 5 років тому +3

    Thank you ma'ma for your services. You Rock.

  • @bostonianful
    @bostonianful 6 років тому

    while i didn't see any coaches cry, im still glad i clicked on this video, the human spirit has no limits, period.

  • @glennk4033
    @glennk4033 5 років тому +3

    Beautiful performance thank you
    God bless you

  • @maryamabdussalam4121
    @maryamabdussalam4121 5 років тому +3

    Thank you ma'am for the services! Love from Nigeria! Stay Strong.

  • @markabraham2512
    @markabraham2512 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you for your service and sacrifice to not only your nation but to our nation how brave you are. Really words cannot explain how much you need to be appreciated. God bless you

  • @christopherg8342
    @christopherg8342 5 років тому +1

    Thank you for your service, fellow service member here , just starting my career. Beacause of men and women like you , you have given me the freedom to fight for my country. God bless you

  • @rinrin7468
    @rinrin7468 6 років тому +30

    You did well ladies.... Proud of you.... 🤗👮

  • @rosiered3403
    @rosiered3403 6 років тому +137

    Love from Canada. I know it seems childish to say but I wish we could live in a world devoid of war, hate and suffering. I struggle with mental scars as well and you are inspiring.

    • @saadsaleem7686
      @saadsaleem7686 6 років тому +2

      Rosie Red not untill we unite as humans and start to accept other human beings as individuals with obvious differences. Right to live for everyone in this world.

    • @divinesoldier8041
      @divinesoldier8041 6 років тому +3

      Rosie Red not childish, you're hopeful and want love and peace. That's considered normal. 💖

    • @rosiered3403
      @rosiered3403 6 років тому +1

      Divine Soldier Thank you. Hug.

    • @divinesoldier8041
      @divinesoldier8041 6 років тому

      Rosie Red You're welcome😊😊 Hugs to you also.

    • @matthewsmith4647
      @matthewsmith4647 5 років тому +2

      If it's childish we all need to be more like children.

  • @charlesnicholas4758
    @charlesnicholas4758 5 років тому +2

    Love from America. God bless you and thank you for your service. Awesome song.

  • @whitevader007
    @whitevader007 6 років тому +1

    Keep on going Crissy! Your voice is your heart. Thank you, thank you what you have done already. I know what it is to be in a warzone. Go my friend, you got the voice, the real voice!

  • @chrisnelson143
    @chrisnelson143 6 років тому +7

    God Bless you. Stay strong and thank you for sharing your amazing voice.

  • @kitedwards8711
    @kitedwards8711 6 років тому +54

    This is from The Voice Australia 2016.

  • @need4speednv
    @need4speednv 3 роки тому +1

    Brought tears to my eyes.

  • @robertr5475
    @robertr5475 6 років тому

    I SALUTE YOU .. from US VETERAN. Thank you for your service and you will win your fight with PTSD

  • @joshbirdsong36
    @joshbirdsong36 6 років тому +9

    As a fellow veteran. Of the U.S. army and someone who served in Afghanistan, I love you sister.

    • @codyrose7771
      @codyrose7771 5 років тому

      Thank you, both, for your service!

  • @alicesamba4472
    @alicesamba4472 6 років тому +15

    Love and respect from Senegal

  • @firemaster4772
    @firemaster4772 5 років тому

    You made your country proud and i hope your life gets better. I am from the USA but i respect any other military personnel from any any country and your story made me cry. I hope you have a wonderful life from now on. We salute you.

  • @JMichellePhillipsRisingthunder
    @JMichellePhillipsRisingthunder 5 років тому

    I can't stop my tears, she is a hero to be able to share.

  • @tonyjfx2276
    @tonyjfx2276 6 років тому +27

    for me. she is a real hero and she can be proud of how she deals with the hell of war that's still in her. well done and hope you get there where you wanna be......

  • @seahawk528
    @seahawk528 6 років тому +5

    Crissy, thank you for your bravery and the strength you showed in this song. So many service people have such a difficult time getting over the effects of war. God bless you, girl, from a Canadian heart, and all the best to you in your post military life. ❤️❤️👍👍

  • @rassoulsaliou9950
    @rassoulsaliou9950 5 років тому +1

    The voice will alway be there for the soldiers.

  • @stephaniehardwall9839
    @stephaniehardwall9839 2 роки тому

    You wear that piece of clothing and those medals so proudly Ma'am we are grateful forever thank you for your service

  • @hongfeizhao5709
    @hongfeizhao5709 5 років тому +6

    Thanks very much for your serve for the country you love, and thanks very much for your singing. Be strong, best Love 💕

  • @kitedwards8711
    @kitedwards8711 6 років тому +25

    I'm so excited. I can't wait to see her again!
    Estoy muy emocionado. ¡No puedo esperar por verla otra vez!

  • @Mithrandir1983
    @Mithrandir1983 6 років тому +1

    In the exact moment, this beautiful lady is saying "I want my war to be over", ninjas start cutting onion.
    I am sorry for the burden you have to carry but on the other hand you have an amazing gift, your voice.
    God bless you :-)

  • @TheOneAndOnlyMichelleAngelique
    @TheOneAndOnlyMichelleAngelique 2 роки тому +1

    What a BEAUTIFUL video and story to come across on any of these singing shows. THIS is just one reason I am inspired to tune in, REAL people who are just so amazing. Wonderful!!

  • @Snoezig
    @Snoezig 6 років тому +5

    OMG......so beautyfull........so much respect for this power woman ❤

  • @evelyne9585
    @evelyne9585 6 років тому +10

    OMG elle chante trop bien !!👌😍😘👍 Je comprends pas pourquoi les autres ils se sont pas retourner !!😞😭

  • @antoniomoran7526
    @antoniomoran7526 6 років тому

    I served 1999-2016 in the US Air Force. You are NOT ALONE! I thank you for having the courage to serve your country and to share your beautiful gift with us. I too was medically retired also deal with PTSD. Stay strong, the biggest battle lies ahead, but we are with you.
    TSgt. Moran USAF Retired.

  • @jonkeilman7549
    @jonkeilman7549 4 роки тому

    I know how you feel. But you're home now soldier. Thank you from America !!!

  • @chazzsavis6706
    @chazzsavis6706 6 років тому +4

    Truly an amazing brave lady. Even though I don’t live in Australia, I still thank her for her service and pray she can one day let go of the nightmares I know will be plaguing her. 🙏🏼 stay strong. 🌹

  • @aybekks9882
    @aybekks9882 6 років тому +5

    She is so amazing 😍😍😍😍😍😘🌷🌷🌷🌷👍👍👍👍👍🇰🇬🇰🇬🇰🇬🇰🇬

  • @Pamelina1111
    @Pamelina1111 5 років тому

    I feel so bad for her. She/they deserve our utmost respect.

  • @curtismallette6045
    @curtismallette6045 6 років тому

    Such a strong woman, she deserves the chance she got from that judge. She really is a good singer

  • @eileenbaran7040
    @eileenbaran7040 6 років тому +4

    Thank you for your service

  • @ginakeith5520
    @ginakeith5520 6 років тому +56

    I would say I feel sorry for her but only reason I don't is not because I see a fighter who is not willing to stop believing. I wish her well spiritually and mentally by using the beautiful gift she possesses to heal the scars unseen by the human eyes.

    • @olitost
      @olitost 6 років тому

      Owen M how tho

    • @tommic5077
      @tommic5077 5 років тому

      From Vietnam, with love.wish you the best of all things!!!!!!!

  • @gailjackson-chapman7085
    @gailjackson-chapman7085 5 років тому

    Aww she had me in tears 😭. She not only served of country but she has a singing 🎤 voice that can make her forget her war as well

  • @DH-ce6dh
    @DH-ce6dh 5 років тому

    Chris, Your so right. Never a need to say sorry. To this proud Lady/VET. Please say to yourself everyday, I did my part, I did what I needed to do, I could never change what other people did, or whatever they will do, Now I can rest. I deserve it. From Canada, my respect.

  • @scottpasnik8887
    @scottpasnik8887 6 років тому +6

    that was beautiful

  • @MikeDesertHunterHale
    @MikeDesertHunterHale 6 років тому +8

    she deserves a wonderful career in music!

  • @Rotorhead99
    @Rotorhead99 5 років тому

    I did 13 years in. Cpl Ashcroft, I stand and salute you.

  • @cynthiashepherd9223
    @cynthiashepherd9223 6 років тому +1

    Stay STRONG!!!! Best wishes and blessings from another female veteran. ❤💕❤💕❤💕❤💕❤

  • @kolinalim1285
    @kolinalim1285 6 років тому +14

    OMG I really like your voice

  • @svenklaverstijn6359
    @svenklaverstijn6359 6 років тому +8

    Love from The Netherlands

  • @rugby2073a1
    @rugby2073a1 6 років тому +2

    From an American Marine I really enjoyed this. It is Australia Badassery!!!!! Semper FI.

  • @52roadrunner
    @52roadrunner 4 роки тому +1

    she aint heavy shes my brother you have nothing to be sorry about ..from a fellow vet ..Bless
    you all our best from the UK

  • @edwardd.taormina1509
    @edwardd.taormina1509 5 років тому +3

    Ms. Crissy Ashcroft, Thank you for your service.
    I for one salute for sharing that the struggle is real for so many of us.

  • @birds8529
    @birds8529 6 років тому +3

    War destroys us so bad

  • @garrettmiller4363
    @garrettmiller4363 8 місяців тому

    She’s got a BEAUTIFUL SOUL AND VOICE

  • @Morgans_Mom
    @Morgans_Mom 5 років тому +1

    All I can say, after that... THANK YOU, VERY MUCH, MA'AM!

  • @beeman1741
    @beeman1741 6 років тому

    My uncle was deployed to afganistan and he can still hear his genrals voice in his head I salut those who fight in the war the people who have and who will may god be with you always

  • @thebarn7242
    @thebarn7242 6 років тому +4

    Beautiful voice

  • @deadtime5562
    @deadtime5562 5 років тому +4

    Respect from the USA

  • @marvinpohl302
    @marvinpohl302 5 років тому

    You don't have to say "Sorry" for Crying! It's normal and we all are thankful for what you did! And That's great! You don't have to say Sorry for the great Things you did! You deserve it to be treated great and Cheered!

  • @Luxie19
    @Luxie19 6 років тому

    lots of love and support from Indiana in the USA, thank you for your service to your country, I wish you the only the best!

  • @zuzolli3209
    @zuzolli3209 6 років тому +3

    I've been waiting so long to watch her full performance. Great songs, great voice ❣️

  • @rikaika8810
    @rikaika8810 6 років тому +262

    💞💞💞💞 🇮🇩 Love from INDONESIA 🇮🇩

  • @mikeg6285
    @mikeg6285 6 років тому

    i have PTSD myself so i know how she feels. respect to this woman.

  • @NYAZWoman
    @NYAZWoman 6 років тому

    WOW, she not only has a beautiful voice, she's also my hero. That's a heavy price to pay for our freedom. We appreciate it. Thank you for your service and keeping us free.

  • @Dave-hv6dh
    @Dave-hv6dh 5 років тому +3

    May God keep you in his arms.... Thank you for your service!

  • @louisblock1006
    @louisblock1006 5 років тому +4

    dear madam, i live in belgium, when i came across your story and heard you sing i became very emotional, keep going, so beautiful. louis

  • @jackmacjr
    @jackmacjr 5 років тому

    Crissy Ashcroft , I'm a fellow veteran but from the USA . I saw your video and also loved the song I served 23 years and miss the service . You served your country bravely and selflessly you are a beautiful person and a credit to your service and country thank you for serving !...!...!

  • @Worship450
    @Worship450 5 років тому

    I have so much respect for you. There are hardly enough words to describe the love you have for your country. I've seen you sing here multiple times & it brings me to literal tears EVERY SINGLE TIME. Thank you for your service! ♥️