This song reminds me of lessons I've learned in life as a 40 year old white guy. Always take an opportunity to talk to the older generation, life lessons knowledge and insight some from experience. Plus they usually have some kick ass stories! Stopped to talk with an older black man in a wheelchair the other day while at work, the experiences he endured, the loves he talked about and the wisdom he shared left me speechless. The conversation lasted for about an hour and all I could do was shake his hand, thank him for his service and ask for a hug which he happily obliged.
I don't think it means just the old though. I think it means we should lend our ears to those who are in need of being heard. That we should listen twice as much we speak.
A great country song, tells a story. It makes you laugh, cry and think in the span of three minutes. Give or take. That's magical if you think about it.
Funny story about this song, my grandfather had listened to this song when i was growing up, he always told me he wanted to do that, when i was 8 he bought me my first guitar, an acoustic, he helped me learn some things on it, then in return, I learned it for him, after he passed away 8 years later, I had a older buddy of mine buy a six pack for me, and i threw it in my truck, sat it on his grave, and played the song one last time for my old man, my father figure.
This song reminds me of a true story. My great uncle owned a bakery in Chapel Hill North Carolina. There was this homeless woman who walked the streets. My uncle and aunt would leave the day-old pastries and bread for her to have the next day. Everyone in town Moore and she was very nice. When I was a teenager and worked at the bakery during the summer I saw and met her many times. As the story goes, when she died they found out that she was a very wealthy woman and had a large home, but chose to be homeless and live on the streets. Makes you wonder!
Bryan Knutson 😂😂 that actually sounds like an excuse he would use. But nah he was just a pro ball player & thought I gave AF about his money & would stay no matter what. He was wrong! But atleast I graduated college with no student loan debt🤷🏽♀️
The super interesting subtle detail about this songwriting that may have already been brought up is the fact that the old man is describing himself and that when billy puts the beer on his grave, he’s completing the old man’s summary of life. He’s with god now that he’s moved on, he’s crazy for leaving his fortune to a man he met once, and now he has beer after life.
I gave Troy the idea for this song and almost every word in it. Told him that the story comes first. Kinda cool to see my words in a number one country hit. Peace Jim
This is the truth- I am an old man, and there is no truth greater than that - God is great , beer is good and People are crazy. Took me a lifetime to realize it, hope you all learn it sooner.
Kindness goes a long way. True story. There was this guy who went to a diner every day. He was a real PITA. Only one waitress would serve him. He died. Guess who was remembered in his will? This is a fun song. Thanks Sushi.
Billy has shown a lot of really neat songs, this being one of my favorites. Goes to show you, somebody you meet in a bar and can be kind to them you never know what will happen!
MrVladislav420 we’re not talking about rap, where the shelf life of most songs is about 3 months. With country, anything less than 20 years old is newer. Hence why I said newer, not new.
Jeremy Marsh not really. There are a very few out right now that I care for, but I’ve heard country all my life. Besides, I didn’t say it was a great song, or a bad song. I said one of the few that I like, which is purely subjective.
@@MrVladislav420 I agree with Kyle. I consider this song to be "newer" as well. I began to stop listening to country radio about 15 to 20 years ago when country began to evolve into something other than country, and I think a lot of true country fans are like me. I consider anything from at least the early 2,000's on as newer or new "country"
I happened across your channel with a reaction video for the Righteous Brothers. I honestly had my mind set that it would be a hit piece considering that the younger generation usually disregards past generation's cultures and norms, believing they do it better. After your assessment of that song, I was impressed. Your honest approach to a song that appeared outside your norm was refreshing. After watching that video, I subscribed, and went back to your first video and worked through them observing your reaction to other songs. WOW. A short background, I retired from the Navy (24 years), Trained sailors for an additional 8 years, and drove a truck for 3 years. I spent 5 months in Atlanta at the Shepherd Center, and enjoyed what I was able to see while there. Yes, helped a friend cut down a tree, it ended poorly, hence the Shepherd Center. You are correct that country music tells a story, some good, some bad. Although I listen to various music, Navy will do that to you, I have always gravitated to 50's and 60's country and rock, even though most of it is before my time. I do have 3 songs that will test your emotions meter. James Bailey is correct with JASON MICHAEL CARROLL "ALYSSA LIES". It still gets me. John Michael Montgomery "The Girl", and Skip Ewing "My Name Is Christmas Carol". I now look forward to your future reactions, so keep them coming.
The older gentleman in the video is Mr. Day. Greg Day and Jamie Day are Billy's close friends. Mr. Day passed away about a year after this video came out. Billy is from Georgia, right here in Effingham County. Used to play with Billy on River Street and a bar called The Cavalier on Abercorn st. in Savannah, Ga.
the old man i knew from the old bar always said to me...after i bought him a beer..."your generosity is only exceeded by the exuberance of your verbosity"....i still remember..
I like this woman. I like that she's willing to listen to them is pretty cool in my book. I think she's a country girl deep down. She needs to listen to his song "Good direction"
Lol...imagine that...a true country song telling a story that had an unexpected ending to it! It is fun watching you react to new songs...traditional country songs especially...because most of them surprise you just when you thought you knew where they were going. ;)
Most of the time it's the simple things in life... that people want and need. Good conversation and being real and realistic; knowledgable about what's happening in our crazy world... and a few beers. Thank you for reacting to this song!!
I’m sorry but I don’t understand why but ya someone I admire ya got one hell of a heart I bet your family is so proud of you and thank you letting me know it doesn’t matter who we are we can love each other
You are the only 'Reaction Channel' I watch now, lots of reasons to many to name. Music is the one thing that can bring people together. 1.Your genre is very broad and refreshing. 2. I can recognize a good spirit when I see it. 3. Your goodness floats somewhere between your heart and your throat, when something touches your feelings deeply that goodness hasn't for to jump. It goes right to your eyes and comes out.. Thanks for the Song and Reaction.
After I lost my home in 2016 due to a massive flood in southern Louisiana, I moved up to Greenville, Ohio, so I could be near my two grandsons. God is good, beer is great, people are crazy. Listen to Billy's song, "Pretty Good at Drinking Beer."
Met Billy in person.....He is the sweetest person....he just hates shoes....lol. Must be doing something right...great song and won video of the year . Sushi check that one out.
Sushi im curious if you have ever heard the voice of Bonnie Tyler. She is amazing. Would love for you to do a reaction to her song "Total Eclipse of the heart" 😊
I love when you react to country music! I'm thankful that I was brought up on this music and taught these little values in life. I heard you say that you have a daughter, so I was wondering if you could react to "Alissa Lies" so you can see another side of country music. Cheers from your American fan in Australia.
I remember hearing this song the first time and it’s definitely a cool story and catchy tune. My favorite of his is one called “Must Be Doing Something Right”…love that one and I know you will too… ;-)
Hey Sushi!! The song isn't based of a true story but I'm sure something like this has happened in the past at least once or twice! 'Cause you know... People are crazy!! Love your reactions!! ❤️Sushi Nation!!
Sush - you always say so little and yet - it's spot on. Kindness, compassion, empathy and concern are huge. i love your romantic, idealistic heart (much like mine). Your tears are very meaningful and show your true strength. Thank you for your time and insights reacting. You have a future here, I'll be watching. :-) Chuck in NE Kansas
Being from Ohio, I can confirm everything you said! I love meeting and talking to new people! I live in Washington state now, and it honestly kinda sucks 😂 everyone makes fun of my “accent”! But great reaction! Keep it up!
As an Ohioan who’s spent all 27yrs of my life living in the country I can say majority of us have spent many a nights having a beer and talking to someone we just sat down by we love a good talk a cold beer and just good company we’re simple as that
While the story might not be from an actual event, there are many cases where someone dies and passes their fortune off to some random person because of an act of momentary kindness or something like that. The old man in the video apparently died a couple years after this music video was filmed though.
The way you described Ohio is basically everyone in the Midwest. I've lived in Missouri most of my life, born and raised. I had a neighbor move in from the LA Metro area. She was absolutely shocked at how friendly everyone was. This was in a small town. She said she couldn't get over how many neighbors were almost friends, and random people would ask you how you were and make small talk. She said in California most people just mind their own business.
One of my fav's. Dealing with people by the minute ,yeah....It's crazy. Once and a while ,you get a really cool one. Work a retail ,of call center job...you will meet a lot of crazy.
