I'm a retired academic staff from the UIUC. I made this shooting three somewhat separated days. The first and second shoots were at the University owned park. They were not made for any particular pupose. The third day off shooting was done on campus after I had decided what I wanted to make. It had no purpose other than a work of art that depicts where I live and worked.
One of my home states. I've lived here 31 years and in WI 30 years. Twelve years elsewhere. Illinois is where I married my wife. She is an Illinoian. This is where my daughter was born. This is my home.
I have, had, a beautiful mom, and grandparents, who will forever be the cornerstone, of who I am, and they raised me, here, on the rich farmland of Illinois, and the vibrant city, of Chicago.
The first time I heard this arrangement (which is about as different from the original as possible), I rejected it. But this is actually quite beautiful and moving in its own way. Definitely much more contemplative and thought provoking from the original song.
Down by the Mississippi where the Rock River flows, There's a little piece of land where EVERYTHING grows, Rock Island-Rock Island-Illinois. With the body of a woman and the soul of a man, She's still doin' the best she can, Livin' in the memory of a Southern Man, She's a Mississippi Valley Lady. And, she's a musical about the hearty healthy humans FROM Illinois-Especially , about the great ladies of the valley- She ain't no valley girl-She's a LADY LyndaFaye
50% of Illinois residents would move to a different state if they could, more than any other, according to a new Gallup poll. I grew up in the 'burbs and am so glad to live in Alaska now.
I don't know the exact demographics of the state. However, I would think that 50% of the states residents live in Cook County. I am doubting that you would get those same numbers in Carbondale. Glad you found a place you like. Feel free to stay there.
I've lived in both Carbondale and Chicago. While our state and local government isn't always what we want it to be, I love every inch of our beautiful state! From downtown Chicago to the beauty of the Shawnee Forest, we are blessed with a wide range of sites to see, and an abundance of good, caring people.
That depends on what part of the state you live in. I've heard very few make that claim that they'd move. For someone to say there is no beauty to Illinois is blind and stubborn. We have the worst politicians imaginable, but her people are some of the best you'll find anywhere.
I would have come all the way down mom and dad, but I forgot my needed heart medicine now. So I'm kind of on a leash. Hope you saw me in the area though. 👌
@TravisKoogler96 Why do you say that? This is not the original arrangement; perhaps you would like the original. If you are from Illinois, this song is great. I guess if you aren't from Illinois, you just don't get it.
Interesting arrangement. However, I’m sorry to say this is NOT the melody of the original anthem written in 1890…which is what I was expecting when ran across this video.
I grew up singing this in music every year in elementary school. I've NEVER heard this tune . . . not very pretty, and it's not the tune we were taught. (I'm 62 now, and we had to memorize all 50 states, their capitals, the preamble to the U.S. Constitution; the Declaration of Independence; the Gettysburg Address, etc. I don't think any of those things are taught now.)
I'm a retired academic staff from the UIUC. I made this shooting three somewhat separated days. The first and second shoots were at the University owned park. They were not made for any particular pupose. The third day off shooting was done on campus after I had decided what I wanted to make. It had no purpose other than a work of art that depicts where I live and worked.
One of my home states. I've lived here 31 years and in WI 30 years. Twelve years elsewhere. Illinois is where I married my wife. She is an Illinoian. This is where my daughter was born. This is my home.
Its spelt Illinoisan
Dundee Illinois I
Illinois, proud to call it my home.
Same
Same
Going home soon because I miss the kind people and greenery and water.
I have, had, a beautiful mom, and grandparents, who will forever be the cornerstone, of who I am, and they raised me, here, on the rich farmland of Illinois, and the vibrant city, of Chicago.
I’m so proud of my state :’’)
The first time I heard this arrangement (which is about as different from the original as possible), I rejected it. But this is actually quite beautiful and moving in its own way. Definitely much more contemplative and thought provoking from the original song.
Beautiful school
Thanks so much. I had a project on Illinois. It really is a beautiful song.
My home state :)
Down by the Mississippi where the Rock River flows,
There's a little piece of land where EVERYTHING grows,
Rock Island-Rock Island-Illinois.
With the body of a woman and the soul of a man,
She's still doin' the best she can,
Livin' in the memory of a Southern Man,
She's a Mississippi Valley Lady.
And, she's a musical about the hearty healthy humans FROM
Illinois-Especially , about the great ladies of the valley-
She ain't no valley girl-She's a LADY
LyndaFaye
I agree, greatest state, I'm thinking of those it reared..
Love to my fellow Illinoians
Thanks :0
I ❤ Illinois. Seeeee you sooon. 🧡
Gives me the chills😊
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I love Illinois. It will always be my home. It's just the corrupt state government that makes it hard to live there.
Illinois, the greatest state in the U.S. of A.
NJS No it is best
Admiral Garbage You obviously don't live there
I'm literally just liking this because you're username is Admiral Garbage and Illinois is Garbage.
Admiral Garbage Birthplace of Akiane 💃🤗🙄
Illinois is terrible.
Hey I'm from Carbondale too. Awesome! But now I live in indiana
What's crazy about that is that I live Indiana too
i'm gonna start crying
I can agree --- I'm not about to get shot walking in the streets!! :(
@FlareMartain That is the "Sun Singer" statue in Allerton Park near Monticello, Illinois at :40 -- en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Allerton_Park
I CAN appreciate it. 😊💃
I am from Illinois
50% of Illinois residents would move to a different state if they could, more than any other, according to a new Gallup poll. I grew up in the 'burbs and am so glad to live in Alaska now.
I don't know the exact demographics of the state. However, I would think that 50% of the states residents live in Cook County. I am doubting that you would get those same numbers in Carbondale. Glad you found a place you like. Feel free to stay there.
I've lived in both Carbondale and Chicago. While our state and local government isn't always what we want it to be, I love every inch of our beautiful state! From downtown Chicago to the beauty of the Shawnee Forest, we are blessed with a wide range of sites to see, and an abundance of good, caring people.
Janet Barker-Evans Downstate is tolerable... but Chicago and Springfield are a hot mess.
That depends on what part of the state you live in. I've heard very few make that claim that they'd move. For someone to say there is no beauty to Illinois is blind and stubborn. We have the worst politicians imaginable, but her people are some of the best you'll find anywhere.
chersch5 as a Chicagoian who would never abandon this state, I agree
Holy shit finally... I found it
ooolllddd mmmaaannn rrrivveerrs ;) and pluss they for got to show illinois in the winter
I would have come all the way down mom and dad, but I forgot my needed heart medicine now. So I'm kind of on a leash. Hope you saw me in the area though. 👌
The state song of Illinois IS in a minor key!
Its what makes it hauntingly beautiful
@cheke99 me too! AWKWARD! We didn't get hit. Illinois is just a peaceful state, but legislators just ruining it.
Never heard this version. Very different melody. Interesting, but I like the popular one better.
@TravisKoogler96 Why do you say that? This is not the original arrangement; perhaps you would like the original. If you are from Illinois, this song is great. I guess if you aren't from Illinois, you just don't get it.
ILLINOISIANS RISE UP 🗣️🗣️🗣️🗣️🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️
Forever 21
the only good thing about illinois is the state song.
before you get mad, i've lived in illinois for my entire life (albeit short)
dont joke bout chicago. my family was born and raisied. what if your move there.
TRICK
this is so like idk!!!
Interesting arrangement. However, I’m sorry to say this is NOT the melody of the original anthem written in 1890…which is what I was expecting when ran across this video.
Needed more pictures of canadian geese lol
@TravisKoogler96 Scratch that. I just checked your profile and it is clear to me why YOU don't like this song.
Bible verse, being modest in conduct..... 🤗
Wisconsin had an ugly heart. It didn't matter when God looked upon it. HE SAW THE TRUTH, AND HE LOVED MY FAMILY
Its a pretty state with beautiful towns but the people here are as cold as the climate.
For some reason people seem to think that people that live in prairie states are stupid and talk all country like. No ok. that is not true!
Makes me miss home so much. AZ is a shitehole. Get me outta this mess.
I grew up singing this in music every year in elementary school. I've NEVER heard this tune . . . not very pretty, and it's not the tune we were taught. (I'm 62 now, and we had to memorize all 50 states, their capitals, the preamble to the U.S. Constitution; the Declaration of Independence; the Gettysburg Address, etc. I don't think any of those things are taught now.)
Yea, illinois suck and all, & Chicago, well sucks to, I still love it here.
wv is the most pea full state
Tgis is NOT the right tune.
Ill noise! The choir is good... the state anthem sucks. Never did like it.
this is not how the state song sounds at all. I do not like this arraingement at all