Ronan passed in 2011. His Mother, Maya, wrote a blog and this is where Taylor got much of the imagery. After writing it, she held into it for a while and reached out to Maya inquiring if she would be comfortable adding it on Red when it was released. Maya agreed, Taylor gave her co-writing credit. Snd all profits from the song go to fighting cancer. ❤ Beautiful Ronan lives on forever in this amazing song and in our hearts.
Not quite. Ronan wasn't on Red. It was a standalone charity promotional single that was exclusive to iTunes and the entire proceeds of the song's sales went to cancer charities. It wasn't added to Red until it was re-released as Red TV, with Taylor reaching out to Maya to ask permission with a handwritten letter, telling her that, "as her co-writer and the rightful owner of this story in its entirety", she would respect and honour her wishes on the matter. Any streaming revenue from Ronan TV go to Ronan's foundation and now Maya gets royalties from both the original and the re-recorded version.
Taylor’s empathy and kindness have been such a gift to Ronan’s family and his memory. With proceeds from this song going to childhood cancer research, Ronan’s legacy is a blessing to many other children afflicted with this awful disease.
Thanks for the honest reaction. Taylor performed this live on a cancer fundraiser concert. She got through it, 'cause that's the professional she is, but you could tell how hard it was. Such a heart wrenching song. It kills me every time.
While she made it through her performance on the stage, she broke down as she was leaving the telethon. There are photos of her leaving in tears with her mother. This song is so heart wrenching.
@@gdhaney136 Yes, she has. She even gave Ronan's mom writing credits I believe since some of the lyrics were taken from her social media stories about Ronan's journey. So sad that such a beautiful little boy is gone much too soon.😢
On a happy note 2 years later they had a baby girl, her name is Poppy Ronan Thompson. It is a song that makes one give gratitude for what they have, and not take things for granted.
She sang this live for a fundraiser for childhood cancer and she could barely get through it. There’s pictures of her leaving the parking lot after the performance and she’s just SOBBING. 💔
Pretty sure she has only sung this live twice. First at a cancer fundraiser and the other at one of the concerts when Ronans family was there. She also gave writing credit to the mother.
This is one of those songs people rarely listen to because it's so heartbreaking. Basically every reaction video for this song has plenty of crying. Ronan's 17th birthday passed recently.
If anyone can watch this and not cry...they haven't got a heart. It's so sad but so beautiful. She made Ronan's mom the co-writer so she gets royalties 😊
Both of Taylor’s parents has fought cancer. Her mother several times. So Taylor unfortunately has own experience of loving someone who is sick with cancer
I know what I'm going thru isnt even close. My grandbabies moved 2,000 miles away. I can't touch them, but i can still call them. I can't imagine the pain. Taylor is beyond!
I always cried listening to this song. But now I have a 3 month old blue eyed baby boy, who's sleeping on me right now. I just covered him in tears and kisses.
I think it's impossible for me to not cry especially when I listen to the lyrical video. You can't see that beautiful face and how his little body was just failing without feeling such strong emotion. But it is worthwhile for you to post this reaction. I bet it resulted in donations for his foundation.
❤ Dont fret- This is our reaction too...every singld time The Swifties LOVE Maya and Ronan.. and even though some of us have been listening to this song for several years We cry every time Ronan would have been 17 this year, his birthday just passed . Your reaction was great ❤
This song is so.beautiful, raw, and an amazing gif that Taylor gave Ronan’s family and loved ones. She used words from Ronan’s blog and gave his mom cowritten royalties and donations for those kids like Ronan. Taylor has done many, many things for those around her, around us, around the world but, more than any others, this is the song that made me fall in love with her beautiful heart and giving spirit. Taylor is my favorite celebrity of any others, in any medium. I honestly have NO IDEA how she was able to put this together and sing it without being a pool of tears on the ground. 💔😭💔🙏❤️❤️❤️ The live version she did at the broadcasted cancer fundraiser was after she wrote this and also when her mom had been diagnosed with cancer as well. She never sings this one live because it’s so draining on her heart and mind.
This is a great reaction buddy, it's honest and true. I cried right along with you. Being a mom is the most profound experience of my life, and I also thought I would never have children. I cannot imagine the pain Ronan and his family endured, but also so much love that he gave them in his short time on this Earth. Sending you a hug from a fellow care bear of a human!!
Thank you for reacting to this. So many refuse to do it (understandably). But as a loss mom myself, I appreciate it so much when others don't shy away because this stuff is very real and happens every day. Thank you. ❤️
I tell myself every time, "ok, you can do this, you've watched 13,00 reactions to this MV and have cried within the first 4 seconds of the song each time, but you can make it this time!" I'm such a failure.
this song is literally the saddest thing i have ever listened to by FAR😭😭 i’ve only listened to this song like 2-3 times just because i sob uncontrollably every time i listen to it😭
Im 57 years old Metal and Proud Swiftie !!! .She's the best Musician/Singer/Songwriter I've ever seen !!!!! thats Her Best !!!.Have a Good Journey........She will guide You Through Her Heart......and You will discover hidden places of Your heart too !!!!!!!!!
Thanks for your heartfelt reaction. If someone is not a "horrible mess" after this story and the song, there is something wrong. No apologies necessary. Especially to the Swifties.
A genuine reaction. We understand. 💔 A beautiful song for a beautiful little boy. Taylor has a big heart. Writing this, playing it live for the cancer fundraiser & for the family. Royalties are distributed to Mum as a Co- writer. Just beautiful. 🤍
I'm so glad you were warned before watching. I had no idea the first time I watched it and I cried buckets! Just FYI, I saw an interview with Ronan's mom. She said that Ronan never lost his smile, even on the last day. Taylor put Ronan's mom down as co-writer. She used the proceeds to set up and fund the foundation.
I remember seeing this right after the live presentation and a video of Ronan’s Mom telling the story from the beginning until Taylor’s phone call and presentation. I really love this song, but everything about it is very heavy and made me cry a lot too.
If the reaction WASNT a cry fest….. then I would worry. You’re right, how can someone see this video, hear the song and not cry. Thank you for such a vulnerable reaction
I sob every time! I don’t know how she sang it. Taylor wrote it from Ronan’s mom’s diary and posts keeping everyone updated. ❤ just a beautiful tribute
Been a while since I listen to Ronan and the tears fell instantly 💔cant even imagine listening to it while having children 😭take care of you and your family ❤
It's such a beautiful song.❤ Alot of love & respect to Taylor for this love and support to Ronan's family. The Taylor haters should listen to this song. Heartfelt reaction for sure.❤ Stay safe
I lost my 15-year-old daughter Leora to cancer in 2003. The first time I heard this song was no different than every time I hear this song😩💦 It touches my heart so deeply and helps more of that pain pour out of my eyes. One of the million reasons that I love Taylor is her ability to affect people just by writing. Thanks for reacting to this, John. It was really beautiful and makes a mom like me feel seen🥹❤️🩹
Thank you for this reaction, different people react in different ways to this gut punching song, yours is about as honest as I’ve seen. Please accept a virtual hug 🤗
I read that she’s only sang this publicly twice. Once in the Stand Up To Cancer show and once when she invited Ronans mom to a concert and she sang it live for Ronans mom.
Beautiful reaction. Beautiful Taylor. Beautiful Ronan! Thank you John! And who requested this one. (Is this the foundation or contribution the rag reporters were saying that stuff about her charity and donations referenced in "intro Rep Tour")???
I always respect reactors when they get to this song and give genuine reactions. People avoid it but it is a beautiful song that she gives the proceeds to the Ronan foundation. Thank you for taking the time to show love to this amazing strong family ❤️
Thanks for the genuine reaction. This song gets me every single time! Anyone who throws hate at Taylor should know this story. She literally gave the song to the family so they would benefit from it .
Wow.. a beautiful honest reaction. And thank you for sharing a bit of your story with us. It’s one thing to change your mind about having kids, but to take 2 kids on and raise them and call them yours is truly something special ❤
If it hadn’t touched you’re heart, you’d have to be a dead man! ‘Cos no one with a beating heart could fail to feel heartbroken at this beautiful tribute. Beautiful boy, beautiful song, heartbreaking reason for it having been written.
Man, I first listened to this song when it first came out (was it 2014?) and I cried like mad. I was 15 or 16 at the time, didn't want kids and still don't but this song manages to bring tears to my eyes every time I hear it.
And now I’m bawling in the gas station parking lot. Why did I watch this! Knowing full and well what song it was! Thanks for the reaction. Makes me wanna walk into my son’s school and hug him!
my god, i was just crying with you on the song Marjorie. then again here 😢 but I'm glad I could revisit these beautiful songs with someone who appreciates taylor
It's a brilliant reaction. Letting yourself feel it? That makes it real. And that's what Taylor has always done: makes it real. (And by the way, I'm a grandmother. I get it.)
Additional fun fact about this song: Taylor made the mom a co-songwriter on this song so that she will always get royalties from it.
Taylor is also Ronan's little sister's godmother
Thank you!
That's taylor...always doing for others...that's why she is loved so much
If this song doesn't touch your heart, you don't have one !
Ronan passed in 2011. His Mother, Maya, wrote a blog and this is where Taylor got much of the imagery. After writing it, she held into it for a while and reached out to Maya inquiring if she would be comfortable adding it on Red when it was released. Maya agreed, Taylor gave her co-writing credit. Snd all profits from the song go to fighting cancer. ❤ Beautiful Ronan lives on forever in this amazing song and in our hearts.
Not quite. Ronan wasn't on Red. It was a standalone charity promotional single that was exclusive to iTunes and the entire proceeds of the song's sales went to cancer charities. It wasn't added to Red until it was re-released as Red TV, with Taylor reaching out to Maya to ask permission with a handwritten letter, telling her that, "as her co-writer and the rightful owner of this story in its entirety", she would respect and honour her wishes on the matter. Any streaming revenue from Ronan TV go to Ronan's foundation and now Maya gets royalties from both the original and the re-recorded version.
For the record, you didn't cry alone. Now go hug your girls...☺
Taylor’s empathy and kindness have been such a gift to Ronan’s family and his memory. With proceeds from this song going to childhood cancer research, Ronan’s legacy is a blessing to many other children afflicted with this awful disease.
Thanks for the honest reaction. Taylor performed this live on a cancer fundraiser concert. She got through it, 'cause that's the professional she is, but you could tell how hard it was. Such a heart wrenching song. It kills me every time.
While she made it through her performance on the stage, she broke down as she was leaving the telethon. There are photos of her leaving in tears with her mother. This song is so heart wrenching.
And she asked Ronan's mom before playing it, or re-recording it. She has always handled it with such grace.
@@gdhaney136 Yes, she has. She even gave Ronan's mom writing credits I believe since some of the lyrics were taken from her social media stories about Ronan's journey. So sad that such a beautiful little boy is gone much too soon.😢
Do you have a Patreon with more BTS stuff? Taylor Swift isn't my thing.
This reaction broke my heart! Your reaction is heartbreaking!! All credits to Taylor lyricism and painting a heart picture. She is amazing!
This reaction is NOT a mess. It’s genuine so it’s a beautiful reaction. BTW,I’m both an ARMY and a Swifty so I appreciate all of your reactions.
I wouldn't trust any human who didn't have this reaction.
On a happy note 2 years later they had a baby girl, her name is Poppy Ronan Thompson. It is a song that makes one give gratitude for what they have, and not take things for granted.
I didn't know that, thank you. Poppy Ronan is such a great name. ❤
I've never not cried when listening to this song. Beautifully written words from a grieving mother, put together by a mastermind musician.
same I cried everytime
I've been listening to it for over a decade and it still makes me cry 😢
She sang this live for a fundraiser for childhood cancer and she could barely get through it. There’s pictures of her leaving the parking lot after the performance and she’s just SOBBING. 💔
Pretty sure she has only sung this live twice. First at a cancer fundraiser and the other at one of the concerts when Ronans family was there. She also gave writing credit to the mother.
Add when Maya came to Eras Tour Philly
@@thejbelectrified I did not know she came to the ERA tour .
This is one of those songs people rarely listen to because it's so heartbreaking. Basically every reaction video for this song has plenty of crying.
Ronan's 17th birthday passed recently.
If anyone can watch this and not cry...they haven't got a heart. It's so sad but so beautiful. She made Ronan's mom the co-writer so she gets royalties 😊
I don’t even know how Taylor could get through singing this song! So damn heartbreaking! 😭😭😭
Because she can do it with a broken heart.
She's only done it live twice, and only because Ronan's mom was there.
Never apologize for crying during a reaction. Real men cry. This is one of your most sincere and best reactions.
Both of Taylor’s parents has fought cancer. Her mother several times. So Taylor unfortunately has own experience of loving someone who is sick with cancer
I know what I'm going thru isnt even close. My grandbabies moved 2,000 miles away. I can't touch them, but i can still call them. I can't imagine the pain. Taylor is beyond!
I always cried listening to this song. But now I have a 3 month old blue eyed baby boy, who's sleeping on me right now. I just covered him in tears and kisses.
Yes being a parent makes it even more sad.
I was literally yelling at the TV “John!!! Don’t do it!!!” 😢
I think it's impossible for me to not cry especially when I listen to the lyrical video.
You can't see that beautiful face and how his little body was just failing without feeling such strong emotion. But it is worthwhile for you to post this reaction. I bet it resulted in donations for his foundation.
I cant get thru this song without crying like a baby. I just cant imagine the pain.
❤ Dont fret- This is our reaction too...every singld time
The Swifties LOVE Maya and Ronan.. and even though some of us have been listening to this song for several years
We cry every time
Ronan would have been 17 this year, his birthday just passed .
Your reaction was great ❤
Absolutely no one can listen to that without crying. It wrecks me.
This song is so.beautiful, raw, and an amazing gif that Taylor gave Ronan’s family and loved ones. She used words from Ronan’s blog and gave his mom cowritten royalties and donations for those kids like Ronan.
Taylor has done many, many things for those around her, around us, around the world but, more than any others, this is the song that made me fall in love with her beautiful heart and giving spirit. Taylor is my favorite celebrity of any others, in any medium.
I honestly have NO IDEA how she was able to put this together and sing it without being a pool of tears on the ground. 💔😭💔🙏❤️❤️❤️
The live version she did at the broadcasted cancer fundraiser was after she wrote this and also when her mom had been diagnosed with cancer as well. She never sings this one live because it’s so draining on her heart and mind.
This is a great reaction buddy, it's honest and true. I cried right along with you. Being a mom is the most profound experience of my life, and I also thought I would never have children. I cannot imagine the pain Ronan and his family endured, but also so much love that he gave them in his short time on this Earth. Sending you a hug from a fellow care bear of a human!!
Thank you for reacting to this. So many refuse to do it (understandably). But as a loss mom myself, I appreciate it so much when others don't shy away because this stuff is very real and happens every day. Thank you. ❤️
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Imagine Taylor taking your words and making this beautiful song for you. I love this song even tho I cry everytime
I guess we are crying today. This song just guts me especially combined with the video. Such a beautiful but devastating song.
I cry everytime.
I tell myself every time, "ok, you can do this, you've watched 13,00 reactions to this MV and have cried within the first 4 seconds of the song each time, but you can make it this time!" I'm such a failure.
Just heard for first time. A beautiful boy , a beautiful song, with a beautiful artist, who generously wrote with her heart.❤
this song is literally the saddest thing i have ever listened to by FAR😭😭 i’ve only listened to this song like 2-3 times just because i sob uncontrollably every time i listen to it😭
Im 57 years old Metal and Proud Swiftie !!!
.She's the best Musician/Singer/Songwriter I've ever seen !!!!! thats Her Best !!!.Have a Good Journey........She will guide You Through Her Heart......and You will discover hidden places of Your heart too !!!!!!!!!
Taylor sings a lot of tearjerkers but this one really cut the cake
@CleoPearle Taylor might be a nerd but she's no jerk 😻
I love that you cried! I did, too.
Thanks for your heartfelt reaction. If someone is not a "horrible mess" after this story and the song, there is something wrong. No apologies necessary. Especially to the Swifties.
A genuine reaction. We understand. 💔
A beautiful song for a beautiful little boy. Taylor has a big heart. Writing this, playing it live for the cancer fundraiser & for the family. Royalties are distributed to Mum as a Co- writer.
Just beautiful. 🤍
If this song doesn't tear your soul in half you. don't have one..
I'm so glad you were warned before watching. I had no idea the first time I watched it and I cried buckets! Just FYI, I saw an interview with Ronan's mom. She said that Ronan never lost his smile, even on the last day. Taylor put Ronan's mom down as co-writer. She used the proceeds to set up and fund the foundation.
I remember seeing this right after the live presentation and a video of Ronan’s Mom telling the story from the beginning until Taylor’s phone call and presentation. I really love this song, but everything about it is very heavy and made me cry a lot too.
It’s beautiful to see a rock guy feel feelings. I’m a new Swiftie and I wasn’t previously familiar with this song. This wrecked me too.
This is always hard, especially for parents❤️
Oh no Ronan😭🥹 I can’t stop crying every time I listen or watch this. When he performed it live, she could barely make it through without crying too. 🙏
If the reaction WASNT a cry fest….. then I would worry. You’re right, how can someone see this video, hear the song and not cry. Thank you for such a vulnerable reaction
John..You Crying shows How much a Beautiful Heart you have. ❤ You are Amazing Human Being
I sob every time! I don’t know how she sang it. Taylor wrote it from Ronan’s mom’s diary and posts keeping everyone updated. ❤ just a beautiful tribute
Please dont apologize for crying. It takes a bigger man to show emotion than to act like you dont care ❤
taylor serves us an emotional dish of humanity. john, any other reaction from you would not have been real. thank you for being vulnerable.
That is the only way to react to this song. ❤😭
Even I cried also, listen to this song. And watching those big blue beautiful eyes 👀.
Beautiful tribute.
Nothing wrong with tears.
Thank you for taking it on. Most reactors won’t do it and I find it off putting.
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I think we were all crying with you, how can you not. Beautiful song for a beautiful little boy.
Been a while since I listen to Ronan and the tears fell instantly 💔cant even imagine listening to it while having children 😭take care of you and your family ❤
We really need a Taylor playlist so we can find all your reactions to her. This was beautiful. Can’t ever get through this song without crying.
Agree!
This song makes me cry every single time. I cried before I was a mom, and I cry harder now that I am one.
Very not a horrible reaction. A beautiful reaction ❤. Thank you for the honesty.
It's such a beautiful song.❤ Alot of love & respect to Taylor for this love and support to Ronan's family. The Taylor haters should listen to this song. Heartfelt reaction for sure.❤ Stay safe
Your reaction is genuine and normal!!!’ Thank you!
This broke my heart will never be able to watch again
She certainly knows how to tug at your heart strings with her beautiful lyrics and voice… a loving tribute to a little guy who left way too soon. 🫶😢
It’s a beautiful reaction to this song. In addition she donates all the royalties.
💜 It was a natural reaction
this is how you do a reaction video to a song like Ronan. thank you for treating it with the respect it deserves.
Brother. Same. I cried with you. ❤️
I lost my 15-year-old daughter Leora to cancer in 2003. The first time I heard this song was no different than every time I hear this song😩💦 It touches my heart so deeply and helps more of that pain pour out of my eyes. One of the million reasons that I love Taylor is her ability to affect people just by writing.
Thanks for reacting to this, John. It was really beautiful and makes a mom like me feel seen🥹❤️🩹
I'm so sorry for your pain! 🙏🙏🙏😇😇😇
Sending love to you and your daughters! Thanks for the reaction, it was so honest.
This is a heartwrenching song and you did an excellent job.
If this doesn't convert you into a Swiftie nothing will. I love your raw, real reaction. If you didn't cry I'd wonder if you were human.
Thank you for this reaction, different people react in different ways to this gut punching song, yours is about as honest as I’ve seen. Please accept a virtual hug 🤗
I read that she’s only sang this publicly twice. Once in the Stand Up To Cancer show and once when she invited Ronans mom to a concert and she sang it live for Ronans mom.
I cried with you. This is why it’s one of her least streamed songs. We can’t do it 🥺
Hearing your reactions, I always thought you seemed to be a genuine soul. You just proved it.
I agree wholeheartedly.
This is the only appropriate reaction. You did good.
Beautiful tribute but so sad the tears come quickly.😢
I cried too, who didn’t? You had a real reaction. 😢❤❤
It's impossible not to cry 🤍
On another note, since you have 2 daughters, you should listen to Taylor's song "never grow up"
Crying with you brother❤
this song breaks me every time
This is I think the 5th time I've listened to this song and every time I turn into a puddle. You're good bro. ❤
Beautiful reaction. Beautiful Taylor. Beautiful Ronan! Thank you John! And who requested this one. (Is this the foundation or contribution the rag reporters were saying that stuff about her charity and donations referenced in "intro Rep Tour")???
Pretty sure the Rep intro is from when she donated her share of Welcome to New York to NY school district
Its ok to cry.
there's a reason this song is one of her least streamed songs. it's beautifully sad.
I've been listening to this song so many times, and every time my reaction is like yours.
No matter how much I listen to any of her "my favorite songs" this one Ronan to me is just the most amazing song, it just gets me everytime
I always respect reactors when they get to this song and give genuine reactions. People avoid it but it is a beautiful song that she gives the proceeds to the Ronan foundation. Thank you for taking the time to show love to this amazing strong family ❤️
Thanks for the genuine reaction. This song gets me every single time! Anyone who throws hate at Taylor should know this story. She literally gave the song to the family so they would benefit from it .
Wow.. a beautiful honest reaction.
And thank you for sharing a bit of your story with us. It’s one thing to change your mind about having kids, but to take 2 kids on and raise them and call them yours is truly something special ❤
I CRIED WITH YOU 😭😭😭😭 it's been SO long since the last time i've heard this song because it's reeaaally sad. thank u for your honest reaction! ❤️🩹
Wow! This was so emotional!
If it hadn’t touched you’re heart, you’d have to be a dead man! ‘Cos no one with a beating heart could fail to feel heartbroken at this beautiful tribute. Beautiful boy, beautiful song, heartbreaking reason for it having been written.
Man, I first listened to this song when it first came out (was it 2014?) and I cried like mad. I was 15 or 16 at the time, didn't want kids and still don't but this song manages to bring tears to my eyes every time I hear it.
I loved your reaction. So honest, compassionate, and empathetic. And very sweet. I’m sure you are a great father. ♥️🌹
And now I’m bawling in the gas station parking lot. Why did I watch this! Knowing full and well what song it was! Thanks for the reaction. Makes me wanna walk into my son’s school and hug him!
Thanks for a heartfelt reaction. You, like Taylor, have a kind heart. ❤️💔❤️
Eyes are melting all over
my god, i was just crying with you on the song Marjorie. then again here 😢 but I'm glad I could revisit these beautiful songs with someone who appreciates taylor
Ugh, heartbreaking
One of us. Literally. This is the ONLY reaction.
It's a brilliant reaction. Letting yourself feel it? That makes it real. And that's what Taylor has always done: makes it real. (And by the way, I'm a grandmother. I get it.)
This is a very very hard hitting heart punch but in the most gorgeous way ❤
I cry every time I hear this song 😢
Reactions like this one are what makes you the best reaction channel there is.
How am i just finding this now.. You're my new favorite Taylor Swift reactor ❤❤🙌