@@Camothor10 Highschoolers playing it is pretty impressive. It’s not all that difficult of a song, but to be in highschool and not choke much at all under the pressure of everyone there is very impressive.
Wow! Thanks for watching & thanks for your comments! I am the cameraman, roadie and super proud father of the lead guitarist. These 5 musicians all turned out to be great young men they should be proud of themselves I know I am!
Idk what you expect from a graduation performance. They weren't gonna jump up and bop their heads dancing because this wasn't that type of social event. But you can see in many of their facial expressions they were still very impressed.
@@whitepicklejuice I'm not asking for dancing. Yeah some head bobs. A few, "Whoos," and, "Yeahs," would have been nice. It lets the band know the crowd is feelin the misic. It would have also helped them get into it more, audience participation can be a fun part of the show.
Lead guitar dude is a beast. I can play this song, and I know he is practically covering 3 guitars worth by himself. When I saw Skynyrd they always trade off parts on the solo. In fact, Skynyrd should hire him right now.
How people were not up screaming and yelling during this awesome performance is beyond me….great job….and yes, you are Free now…..kick ass out there young men!
Faculty sitting there not realizing they are listening to a great performance of the greatest song ever written. That lead guitar player smokes it!! Amazing!!
Uh... David? You do realize that song was written and released in 1973, right? I'm 67 years old, and was a freshman in college when Freebird came out. I suspect I am older than most anyone in that faculty. This will come as a shock to you, but you and your pals did NOT invent sex, drugs and rock-n-roll. edited bekawz spilink is hrad.
Hey Sam. Borderline shocking that this is still getting views like it is now. Been 12 years and everyone seems to be doing well! GL in architectural school boss!!! - Nick
The fact that most of the staff and faculty just look miserable is a consolation to why our modern kids are so messed up. This was an absolutely incredible performance and if I was on that staff my head would have been rocking and a smile that could not be stopped would have been stretched across my face. Job well done men 👍
This crowd just witness greatness and they’re just sitting their like sticks in the mud. Super tough song to even thing about attempting live and they killed it
omg if you ever feel miserable, just look at the faculty's faces, theyre listening to such fun and groovy music and they look like a relative just passed away
Awesome performance !!! they are all excellent musicians ! But the lead guitar is way above the other, except the drum. The drum guy has it all, the spirit the stage presence, I want to see him again in concert, playing ANY songs, he rocks !
Thanks to these Canadian guys, they did a great job, and I'm a Lynyrd Skynyard fan from the States. The 1st time I heard this was around November/December 1974, when I was on Okinawa with the United States Marine Corps. I knew it was going to be a HIT. Still played almost 50 years later. Stay safe and thanks Canada, you're great neighbors. Semper Fidelis from an old Marine Sergeant.
Great job by the whole band! Soloist and drummer killed it! Deserved the standing ovation!!! Too bad some of the people on stage didn't realize what a special event they were witnessing. You could see that one lady thinking, Crud how long does this thing go on? But there was also the guy in the back, straining so he could see, that was grinning ear to ear and he was getting into it!
@Jason I didn't kill any, how about you? I'm sure you didn't serve in the military. I served so YOU can have the freedom of speech to call me a baby killer. Semper Fidelis
@@mikecantreed and you should keep your bad negative comments to yourself, he made a comment 7 years ago, acknowledging how awesome this performance was
An excellent and amazing performance. Some of those parents really need to show some appreciation and respect for the tremendous talent that these kids displayed. They love rock music too! Sorry but the blonde haired woman behind the drummer as well as 10-20 other parents need to loosen up a bit!!
I love the drummer, his smile when we all know what's about to happen lmao. Bass, rhythm, and vocals were great too. And of course the star of the show the lead guitar did not disappoint. This must've felt awesome
the joy in the men's section whenever the camera zooms out is so good. Love that person craning their neck in the back, to the right of the flag. I get the subdued reactions until the end but those smiles as they listen made up for them
AHH, I turned 15 on the day Street Survivors was released. Three days later, OCT, 20, 1977, LS was no more. RVZ was a rock genius. It warms my heart to see the youngsters into LS. Great job.
Yes it is. Back in 1974, when this was a hit I was a 19 yr old United States Marine. I remember hearing the 1st, I knew it would be a hit. Thanks Kids and Semper Fi
@@usmc-veteran7316 man I envy the previous generation when it comes to music. Nowadays, practically all the songs are mainly computer generated. And don't even get me started on the lyrics of some of these songs... If only I could go to a concert from back then... I always imagine what its like being in a stadium with acdc playing their iconic songs, or singing along with foreigners juke box hero, or of course going to see ledz or queen... All of the big one really (not necessarily rock either, I would die to go to an mj, Elton Jhon, Billy Joel etc concert).
@Battle Damage the music was great in the late 60s and 70s. I started out listening to rock n roll around 1967, when I was 12 yrs old. My favorite groups were Led Zeppelin, Elton John, The Spinners, Black Sabbath, ELO, Guess Who and The Who. As you can tell, I like very different music. LOL Again, we had some great music. Semper Fi
@@usmc-veteran7316 great bands obviously... But if we're talking about the 60s then I prefer the latter. Niel diomond, creedence, Jefferson airplane, simond and Garfunkel... As specially if we're talking 1969.
This is one "Cool" school for letting them play..... "Freebird" I first Freebird late 1974 early 1975 when I on Okinawa when I was in the United States Marine Corps. I loved it then and love it now. I'm a big fan. Semper Fidelis
It's been said below, but it's worth saying again: the staff sitting on the stage had no idea what they were witnessing. And that's a terrible shame. Great renditon. Thoroughly enjoyed it.
Wow. I wish my graduation had a live band. These guys were amazing. No live performance has to sound exactly like studio material and they killed this cover! This will be a video and story to share with their kids. Thanks for sharing, I was literally clapping for you guys at the end.
This gave me goosebumps. I have heard and seen many renditions of this some from this to some of the roughest bars in Okinawa Japan. This has a certain element of a blast of freshness to it.
Not much younger than I am, I suspect that these fine young lads in their day had cemented this ABSOLUTE rock classic into the minds of their fellow graduates in such a way that every time they hear that song... they are brought back to that day of success and growth... and I suspect they hold that dearly in their hearts. Presumptive, but none the less, I suspect it to be the case. Well done, lads. Hope you're finding great success now in your 30s. God bless ye.
It's sad people flip out when a musician is eccentric, and yet act like they are in coffins while this kid absolutely shreds on the guitar. In fact they were all great. The room shoulda been blastin.
@@googleusergp - I wish that were the case, but they seem to just not really feel comfortable. Like they don't even want to be there. Some of those weird, awkward, almost condescending smiles that some of them have, really piss me off.
This looks like my buncha guys. I just graduated, and out of 603 graduates i can assure you that I would be the only one willing to attempt something like this. These guys freakin rocked it
Old video but jeez the lead has some serious talent. Assuming he’s an underclassman as well, by the fact he isn’t wearing robes, is even more impressive. Some people just got the gift
that crowd have no idea what just happened infront of their eyes! kid smashed it
he WHAT
now ive gotta watch this
Some kids played free bird? You are talking about it like God descended from Heaven
@@Camothor10 the song is pretty difficult to play, i think a lot of people are just impressed with these high schoolers being able to play it
@@Camothor10 Highschoolers playing it is pretty impressive. It’s not all that difficult of a song, but to be in highschool and not choke much at all under the pressure of everyone there is very impressive.
@@Camothor10 Its a very difficult song to play dude. calm yourself
That boy lived EVERY guitarist’s dream
fuck yeah
yeah
real
Real talk tho
Absolutely!! And I thought he did a pretty good job, too!!
Wow! Thanks for watching & thanks for your comments! I am the cameraman, roadie and super proud father of the lead guitarist. These 5 musicians all turned out to be great young men they should be proud of themselves I know I am!
Your son could play professionally
Your kid is on another level Sir. Wow. What a solo. 🤟🤟
awe that’s sweet
The youtube algorithm works in mysterious ways.
I'm his #1 groupie
The most lifeless crowd while these kids are freaking killing it!
Imagine being taught by these people 💕🤗
Idk what you expect from a graduation performance. They weren't gonna jump up and bop their heads dancing because this wasn't that type of social event. But you can see in many of their facial expressions they were still very impressed.
@@whitepicklejuice I'm not asking for dancing. Yeah some head bobs. A few, "Whoos," and, "Yeahs," would have been nice. It lets the band know the crowd is feelin the misic. It would have also helped them get into it more, audience participation can be a fun part of the show.
Which is orders of magnitude better than people clapping
@@Dead_Coldhands Naaaaaaah
That kid on lead is in absolute flow state
He was amazing! I wish I could play like that someday
He's around 29-30 rn bruh
rumor has it he's still in that flow state today
"Guess you weren't ready for that, but your kids are gonna love it"
lol epic reference
Nice bttf reference
Drummer is stellar, bass is on point too., EXCELLENT RENDITION. 👍👍👍👍
Amen.
Drummer is ok at best. What are you on about?
@@hull_k0gan641 always that one douche
@@hull_k0gan641 You can’t accept people saying good things about other people can you big boy?
@@danielc1241 no need to falsely prop someone up
Lead guitar dude is a beast. I can play this song, and I know he is practically covering 3 guitars worth by himself. When I saw Skynyrd they always trade off parts on the solo. In fact, Skynyrd should hire him right now.
And this was 13 years ago, imagine how good he is now if he kept on playing guitar.
Dig em up
The moment when the teachers realized that the students they thought were losers were going to make it big time.
You think they are going to make it big time? Based on what?
@@hull_k0gan641 because the kid is ridiculously good for his age?
That's what Leonard Skinner thought too
How people were not up screaming and yelling during this awesome performance is beyond me….great job….and yes, you are Free now…..kick ass out there young men!
Right? I was and I’m just looking at 12-year old video!
What world do YOU live in?
because they knew how long the song is
'twas 12 years ago. These young men aint so young no more.
@@pwnwin lets hope they are still playing and livin the dream!
Drummer and soloist are on a league of their own
Faculty sitting there not realizing they are listening to a great performance of the greatest song ever written. That lead guitar player smokes it!! Amazing!!
the greatest song ever written?
You need to listen to more songs then
@@someoneontheinternet4518 of course
Uh... David? You do realize that song was written and released in 1973, right? I'm 67 years old, and was a freshman in college when Freebird came out. I suspect I am older than most anyone in that faculty. This will come as a shock to you, but you and your pals did NOT invent sex, drugs and rock-n-roll.
edited bekawz spilink is hrad.
@@titanuranus you sound like you're 8
I thought the people behind the band were deaf until I saw the end part. These kids kicked ass!
Hey Sam.
Borderline shocking that this is still getting views like it is now. Been 12 years and everyone seems to be doing well! GL in architectural school boss!!!
- Nick
You know these legends? Thats crazy,
AND THIS BIRD YOU CANNOT CHANGEEEEEEEE WOAOAOAOAAOH
Hi
@@tracedd he IS one of the legends, hes the acoustics/singer
Guidance counselor: "What subject do you feel is your strongest?"
Band/kids: "We dunno, watch this and you tell us".
The fact that most of the staff and faculty just look miserable is a consolation to why our modern kids are so messed up. This was an absolutely incredible performance and if I was on that staff my head would have been rocking and a smile that could not be stopped would have been stretched across my face. Job well done men 👍
that drummer kicks ass!! hope you guys are still rocking out these few years later \m/
This crowd just witness greatness and they’re just sitting their like sticks in the mud. Super tough song to even thing about attempting live and they killed it
The solo was fucking LIT BRO!
Takes a lot of guts to get up and play one of the greatest rocks songs of all time. Nice job fellas
omg if you ever feel miserable, just look at the faculty's faces, theyre listening to such fun and groovy music and they look like a relative just passed away
The crowd woke up. Look at all those teachers with amazement on their faces. Standing O at the end... Crushed!!
the drummer is so good
A regular John Bonham.
ええ
He's really inconsistent in his timing. Really not great.
@@samhilton4173 true
He’s ok at best.
Awesome performance !!! they are all excellent musicians ! But the lead guitar is way above the other, except the drum. The drum guy has it all, the spirit the stage presence, I want to see him again in concert, playing ANY songs, he rocks !
All his bends r off key bruh what u mean
man that drummer was absolutely killing it
Watching a graduation performance on an ice rink and being polite until the end. Nothing more Canadien than that.
Thanks to these Canadian guys, they did a great job, and I'm a Lynyrd Skynyard fan from the States. The 1st time I heard this was around November/December 1974, when I was on Okinawa with the United States Marine Corps. I knew it was going to be a HIT. Still played almost 50 years later. Stay safe and thanks Canada, you're great neighbors. Semper Fidelis from an old Marine Sergeant.
It would've been an honor to anyone to be in their graduating class
That guitar solo was dope af. Especially for a highschool band. Well done boys
From Melbourne Australia. What an absolute stellar performance of a great song by these young men.
Me 2
Great job by the whole band! Soloist and drummer killed it! Deserved the standing ovation!!!
Too bad some of the people on stage didn't realize what a special event they were witnessing. You could see that one lady thinking, Crud how long does this thing go on? But there was also the guy in the back, straining so he could see, that was grinning ear to ear and he was getting into it!
The blonde woman behind the drummer couldn't be less impressed
god bless their souls. little did they know how popular this song got 12 years later
Bruh what are you taking about this song was ALWAYS popular
It has always been popular. It’s just that mainstream audience got to know about this masterpiece after memes.
@@lucaboechat7395 he meant the video
So cool to see a new generation playing this great music. It’s timeless.
All these years later, it never gets old. Thanks, men.
That was a great rendition of a killer tune I’ll bet Ronnie VanZant has a big smile on his face looking down at these young man !!
Wow, how times have changed since the early 70s, when I was in high school. Great job. Semper Fidelis from an old Marine Sergeant.
Thank You For Your Service to our Country!
How many babies did you kill fascist
@Ghostdog4 sorry I just saw this, thank you it was an honor to serve our great Nation and beloved Marine Corps.
@Jason I didn't kill any, how about you? I'm sure you didn't serve in the military. I served so YOU can have the freedom of speech to call me a baby killer. Semper Fidelis
@Jason by the way, I'm a True Capitalist, and proud of it. Sounds like you're a true Socialist or Communist.✌️
i love how half of the parents seem proud and the rest just looks concerned on how they memorized the whole song
The drummer made it sooo good
thank you for this kind comment, osama bin laden
@@war549 I love you ♥️
Great music is a well blended mix of everything. If i was just the bass or just the guitar or just the drums it wouldnt be as good
@@osamabinladen824 bro the irony of this comment makes this way too funny XD
explosive drumming
man that was incredible! the best tribute ive ever heard
You should listen to more tributes
@@mikecantreed and you should keep your bad negative comments to yourself, he made a comment 7 years ago, acknowledging how awesome this performance was
This is genuinely one of the best renderings I've ever heard of that iconic guitar solo
Unreal!!!!!!!!!! These kids slayyyyed one of the greatest rock songs in history. Rhythm section could back anyone. Great job all you guys!
An excellent and amazing performance. Some of those parents really need to show some appreciation and respect for the tremendous talent that these kids displayed. They love rock music too! Sorry but the blonde haired woman behind the drummer as well as 10-20 other parents need to loosen up a bit!!
That blonde needs six inches and a bucket of nuts!
didnt even stand up at the end
The blonde must be a Lionel Richie fan…….😂
Amazing job, boys. You couldn't have done better.
That is insanely impressive, like jesus the fingers must hurt after doing that insane solo. Massive respect.
Well worth the standing ovation
THEY HAVE NO IDEA HOW HARD THAT IS TO DO. jeez I’d be dying 😂
Officer I know I was going 60 over the speed limit, but you have to understand that free bird was playing
The best Free Bird cover I've seen so far on UA-cam.
I hope they went on to have successful lives.
That was phenomenal, definitely the coolest kids that ever attended that school!!!
I love the drummer, his smile when we all know what's about to happen lmao. Bass, rhythm, and vocals were great too. And of course the star of the show the lead guitar did not disappoint. This must've felt awesome
the joy in the men's section whenever the camera zooms out is so good. Love that person craning their neck in the back, to the right of the flag. I get the subdued reactions until the end but those smiles as they listen made up for them
That audience is not worthy of that greatness
Was not expecting that at all. The guitar player and the drummer are insanely talented. What a show
You kids already have the band formevery class reunion ever. What a blast.
Plot twist : They didnt graduate to the university the university graduated to them
Drummer and guitarist rocked it.
That was so amazing, shutout to the one kid that showed any movement during the performance, tapping his foot lmao.
That kid and drummer went BEAST MODE.
Ready to get this recommend to me in 6 years
AHH, I turned 15 on the day Street Survivors was released. Three days later, OCT, 20, 1977, LS was no more. RVZ was a rock genius. It warms my heart to see the youngsters into LS. Great job.
Omg great job guys❤️❤️❤️❤️Allen would be proud🎶🎶🎶🎶
the recommended blessed me today
That was friggin’ AMAZING!!!!!😊😊😊😊😊😊😊👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
One of the greatest songs of all time.
Yes it is. Back in 1974, when this was a hit I was a 19 yr old United States Marine. I remember hearing the 1st, I knew it would be a hit. Thanks Kids and Semper Fi
@@usmc-veteran7316 man I envy the previous generation when it comes to music. Nowadays, practically all the songs are mainly computer generated. And don't even get me started on the lyrics of some of these songs... If only I could go to a concert from back then... I always imagine what its like being in a stadium with acdc playing their iconic songs, or singing along with foreigners juke box hero, or of course going to see ledz or queen... All of the big one really (not necessarily rock either, I would die to go to an mj, Elton Jhon, Billy Joel etc concert).
@Battle Damage the music was great in the late 60s and 70s. I started out listening to rock n roll around 1967, when I was 12 yrs old. My favorite groups were Led Zeppelin, Elton John, The Spinners, Black Sabbath, ELO, Guess Who and The Who. As you can tell, I like very different music. LOL Again, we had some great music. Semper Fi
@@usmc-veteran7316 great bands obviously... But if we're talking about the 60s then I prefer the latter. Niel diomond, creedence, Jefferson airplane, simond and Garfunkel... As specially if we're talking 1969.
This is one "Cool" school for letting them play..... "Freebird" I first Freebird late 1974 early 1975 when I on Okinawa when I was in the United States Marine Corps. I loved it then and love it now. I'm a big fan. Semper Fidelis
It's been said below, but it's worth saying again: the staff sitting on the stage had no idea what they were witnessing. And that's a terrible shame. Great renditon. Thoroughly enjoyed it.
Guess you guys aren't ready for that yet. But your kids are gonna love it.
i got goosebums
Thats the way to head out into the world! Love it!
Love it great job God Bless thank you for sharing
You guys did great! Guitar and drummer go ham tho 🤘
Wow. I wish my graduation had a live band. These guys were amazing. No live performance has to sound exactly like studio material and they killed this cover! This will be a video and story to share with their kids. Thanks for sharing, I was literally clapping for you guys at the end.
This is a gem!!!
Pure class..👍🏼👏👏👏
Where did you get those zombies that were sitting on stage?
Those were the fine people that taught the highschool lololol
Grats on your graduation...
12 YEARS AGO.
*FREEBIRD*
goosebumps all over
I'm so grateful for the crowd staying mostly silent until the end, gave me the chance of appreciating this piece of art
I love Free Bird
thanks osama bin landen
Good to see kids of today , Rockin' the songs of yesterday !!! Cheers
This gave me goosebumps. I have heard and seen many renditions of this some from this to some of the roughest bars in Okinawa Japan. This has a certain element of a blast of freshness to it.
Not much younger than I am, I suspect that these fine young lads in their day had cemented this ABSOLUTE rock classic into the minds of their fellow graduates in such a way that every time they hear that song... they are brought back to that day of success and growth... and I suspect they hold that dearly in their hearts. Presumptive, but none the less, I suspect it to be the case. Well done, lads. Hope you're finding great success now in your 30s. God bless ye.
Oh Canada!.........awesome!
And the next day, all of a sudden each of these guys had multiple girlfriends.
It's sad people flip out when a musician is eccentric, and yet act like they are in coffins while this kid absolutely shreds on the guitar. In fact they were all great. The room shoulda been blastin.
oh my.. dude on the guitar and drums killed it.. crazy
Back again, 4 Jan 23, and once again, thank you.
GREAT preformance. Why are the teachers looking so glum?
ikr
It's CPA High School.
Because they're in awe at how good that they are.
@@googleusergp - I wish that were the case, but they seem to just not really feel comfortable. Like they don't even want to be there. Some of those weird, awkward, almost condescending smiles that some of them have, really piss me off.
@@NS1. Maybe they are wishing that they were as talented as these kids are.
This is beyond epic!!!! As someone who plays guitar, this was one of my fantasies growing up!!! Bless you brothers, incredible performance. Bravo!!
Crowd goes absolutely nuts
i didnt realize how many people were there till the end lol. i would be shitting my pants
chills up and down my body
Hi Sam, Just seeing this now and remembering how amazing you guys were! Hope you are all doing well and living the dream!
Nice performance, thnx for share.
I watched a Freebird cover once, and now I'm getting recommended these types of videos...
AND IT'S TOTALLY AWESOME!!!!
Incredible !
Everyone should be standing up for this kid during the solo, way to go!!!!
This looks like my buncha guys. I just graduated, and out of 603 graduates i can assure you that I would be the only one willing to attempt something like this. These guys freakin rocked it
awesome🤘🏽
Old video but jeez the lead has some serious talent. Assuming he’s an underclassman as well, by the fact he isn’t wearing robes, is even more impressive. Some people just got the gift
video is so underrated needs more views