British Couple React to Oliver Anthony - Rich Men North Of Richmond (WOW!) 

Richmond is the Capitol of Virginia. Washington D.C. is north of Richmond. The "rich men" are the politicians there who pass the legislation that we all live under.

As a retired firefighter in the USA, I will add this. In the USA, every labor day, Firefighters across the US and Canada go to the streets to ask for money to donate to the fight for muscular dystrophy. It's called "Fill the Boot". A firefighters boot is held out so money can be deposited in it to be counted and turned in later. During my career of 33 years, I can tell you that the people who look like they need every cent that they have, always empty their pockets, car consoles, or any other place they collect money, and throw it in the boot. And any car that is definitely a car of the upper class, keeps their window closed and look straight ahead to avoid eye contact! And then drive away without offering up a cent. Everyday people take care of their own.

This is why independent artist are very crucial they can sing about what they actually feel

His style of singing is called an "Appalachian Holler", and is very popular, here, in the South. His guitar is called a resonator. I'm so glad y'all loved this---AND, you got the miner/minor reference!!! ❤

No guys, Washington D.C. is directly north of Richmond, Virginia, and not too far away.

One of the most listened to songs in the world and not a peep out of mainstream media.

This song went straight to #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 about four days after release. Craziest thing is that Oliver Anthony is the first person to achieve such a feat with no promotion or previous work. This song, borne of a bout with depression (Anthony's own words), is a once-in-a-lifetime anthem for not just us here in America, but around the world who are going through the same thing we are.

so washington D.C. is just 100 miles north of richmond , so he is referring to politicians .. but my favorite part is when he says "i wish politicians would look after miners instead of minors on an island somewhere " which he is referring to he would like them to take care of coal miners instead of minors on an island referring to jeffrey epstein's island

This song reached the top of the music industry charts for a couple days after its release.

this song strikes seriously true for those of us living in Appalachia... speaks some serious truth.

"Look out for miners, not just minors on an island somewhere". Woa! Shots fired!

I love my country, but I hate my government.

I believe they're referring to our illustrious government reps. Oliver Anthony also has another song called I Want to Go Home which is very moving.

When people have to spend every waking minute working to just get by, it makes it damned hard to even think about the "pursuit of happiness". The "New World Order" is doing the working class absolutely no favors. Oliver Anthony is saying exactly what the majority of the world is thinking. Great reaction.

Oliver is amazing. His voice is wonderful and he's not afraid to say the truth. He's had me crying with every song he's wrote. He's just a simple man filming himself and his dogs with his phone. 💜

I wish politicians would look out for miners and not just minors on an island somewhere. Biggest line in the song.

"Fed loved and happy" seems like a merch idea for some couple wanting to come the the U.S.

“I Want to go Home” and “90 Some Chevy” are both worth reacting to. Completely different vibes, with the first one similar to “Rich Men...” in the power of the message, and the second one is more of a love song. There are a bunch of other songs too and he has a channel on YT. He’s putting it all out himself and refusing to sign with big labels. Turned down $8million right after this song went viral, and is insisting on affordable pricing for his concert tickets. He’s awesome!

I'm a 70 year old US citizen. THIS BRINGS TEAR TO MY EYES EVERY TIME I hear it. We have lost control of our government and I don't think we will ever get the "old" USA back.

I love his song "I've got to get sober"...a truthful song about the struggle of addiction.

Watching reactions to this song I always know how informed people are based on the reaction to minors on an island. Great reaction!

I think you might find it interesting that he and his wife just had their first child (a son :-) ) also. He has turned down millions of dollars of offers.... he wants to control what happens to his music. He also cancelled a concert when he found out how much the venue was going to charge people to come to his concert. He is still trying to figure out all this fame himself.... he has lived a life of struggle and has a heart for those who also struggle in this life. I truly do not think he and his wife will forget where they came from and will just appreciate whatever comes their way. Like he says- it was NEVER his dream to become famous or sing in big concerts. He loves people and the simple life

Just announced for 2024 Oliver Anthony will be touring the British isles and parts of Europe

I want to Go Home is another gem from him.

I've watched that myself at least a couple dozen times and I've watched at least 100 reactors react to it. You can make it be 101. I enjoyed it. I'm glad you guys did it. Thanks for all you do!

This is a Anthem for the working class across the world. Oliver (Chris his real name) Anthony he goes by his grandpa's name. He is a Christian man. A new father and a dog lover. We love him here in the USA. He has more song's on his channel I'm sure you both would enjoy.

He released another song right after this which is basically a sequel to this song. It's called "I Want to go Home"

I am so proud of him being a southern Virginian myself and it is an anthem for many of us here and it turns out around the world. We have the rich part of Virginia or lower Washington DC basically in the north and the real Virginia with actual Virginians from the middle down. It is amazing he was invited to the Blue Ridge Rock fest just outside of my town and his dogs are just chilling like that on stage and off.

He’s the real deal. Lives a working man’s life. Rich men north of Richmond (Virginia) so it’s the politicians in Washington DC north of Richmond he’s talking about. So true. Love it!

He is singing about what needs to be addressed!!! Love Him!

This is the realest I have ever seen u two be❤. Usually u skate around issues(neutral) and I get why, people are so quick to be offended by real talk but my respect level for u both just went up ALOT. ❤❤❤❤❤❤

Show Oliver some love and subscribe to his channel, Oliver Anthony Music and check out his other songs. Each one has a deep message

93 million in three months is 1 million views per day. He'll be performing 3 miles from my house next summer, I'll definitely be there.

He was offered 8 million dollars to sign w a record company and turned it down, God bless him, love HIS music

He's referring to washington d c where all the crooked awful people are

Also Oliver Anthony has another great song called “I want to go Home.”

I think people from every country have said said this is us too. This is a song for the working men and women.

Thank you so much for reacting to this song.

She really spoke true about people that are working class and the kindness and willing to help your neighbors.

I heard that the camera and equipment was from a local radio station that heard a recording of the song and asked him if they could film him performing it

That tree house behind him was a deer stand, where hunters hide to get venison to eat.

You have the new mommy glow!! You're more beautiful than usual!!! Congratulations!! 😊❤❤

I once heard it said that, while money might not buy happiness, it sure does make misery more bearable

Not only is this a true song for America, the song is for the world. It hit hits hard for many many many people of all shapes and sizes and colors

Yes, he is saying it like it is. It is so refreshing to hear honest, direct language about the world, not "correct" speech where you dance on eggshells afraid to offend anybody anywhere. I suppose there are millions of people around the world glad to hear that somebody understands them.

This singer picked the title Rich men north of Richmond, because Rich Men north of Washington DC didn't have the same alliteration. The song is basically about the uni party, which are those politicians from both political parties that like their power so much, that they'll do anything to keep it at the expense of the common people struggling to survive.

Check out Oliver's "I Want To Go Home". Another song for many who are fed up with the New World and feel hopeless about their future.

No such thing as a bad song by this man. That simple.

Which one of y’all wanna give ‘em the run down on Oliver? Let’s see, before this video came out, he’d never properly recorded anything ever, outside of his using a crappy phone. He never had an intention to “be a singer” in the way one who does, usually seeks fame and fortune. He was frustrated, 30 days sober from alcohol and just frustrated with the state of things here in America, and in the greater world at large. A man who was his friend and also worked on a channel for RU-vid out of Virginia, showcases local Virginian/Appalachian musicians. He approached Anthony wanting to showcase him as well, and feeling like there was something special about Oliver. Made this video in his backyard, put it out, and no kidding, the views were in the millions within days. Oliver, whose real name is Chris (Oliver was his grandpas name so he uses it in honor of him) said he hoped maybe a few thousand would hear his song. He and we could never envision his stratospheric rise, in 5 days. He’s been on Joe rogan since and that was his introduction to the world . He’s married with children and a pregnant wife. About three days after it came out, he did a show at a farmers market, where just the week before 10-20 people came to see him. After the song, thousands came out, he put on a free show.he’s turned down every record/hollyweird offer. It wasnt about the money, but thanks to that initial friend with the Virginia channel, he made bank. It was such a moment being in the zeitgeist watching this all go down. The world watched. The world cried. And here we are.

He also turn down a 8 million dollar contract with a recording company. That is a real man.

I believe one of his friends heard the song and said that he had equipment to record it and they just did it for themselves. It turned into an anthem here in the states. I think you guys should do more music reactions

Id love you guys to watch his song called Doggone it and another called I've gotta get sober. Chris (Oliver Anthonys real name) is an amazing humble guy thats been through a lot in his life and he has alot to sing and tell about

He is going to be in Manchester on February 8th and London on February 10th. I'm hoping to go see him in Roundrock here in Texas in April. I absolutely love him. I grew up listening to my papa play banjo and my mama played guitar...bluegrass is very soulful. I'm so happy y'all enjoyed him. ❤️

Such an amazing song and such a great review!

So glad y’all have finally come across this song! It’s incredible!

Great reaction, you two, and good to see you do this one. I've seen people reacting to this video from the Middle East, India, New Zealand, Africa and most are flabbergasted, but MANY of them cry and say that they are going through the very same problems as we are, so you weren't far off, "soon-to-be Mrs. Beesley". BTW, I'm from America and I share all the same feelings as the others who've reacted to it. And, as said elsewhere, Richmond is a city in Virginia, just south of Washington, D.C. ... the source of political power in the States ... where the White House (and the President lives) and Congress are located, as well as where ALL politicians make/pass laws that "Control" the rest of the country to a great extent. It's conserved :"The Seat Of Power", as London is to the U.K.

this song unites the world

You two are a thoughtful, kind and special couple, and I hope life brings you great joy because you do a lot to enrich the lives of others. I truly enjoy and appreciate your reactions, so please keep up the good work.

Oliver is speaking truth for sure. He is saying what a lot of us are thinking over here. Not all, but a lot. Thank you

Well done! We can definitely fix the world! Love you both!

Your guys's South Park reactions are honestly one of the best I've seen on RU-vid in a while

If this song doesn't make you sad, angry or fill you with indignation, chances are you are one of the rich men. This is the people who work their asses off, with no thanks, with no reprieve, who see the bullshit of how the elite live and are damn tired of the way things have gotten so far out of hand. He's singing our song. He's sing not to us but for us.

Richmond is a city in virginia a state in the US. North of Richmond Virginia is Washington DC where all the rich elite politicians live. This song highlights the differences between the working class and the rich elites.

Millie, you are 100% right, he is singing what we think !!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Wow Great reaction Very powerful song

So glad that you guys reacted to this song. It’s made the rounds across the US and speaks to all of us.

Being from West by God Virginia this song does hit home. I am so glad people across the pond get to share this with us. It is a shame WE all relate to this and no matter the culture, continent, country, village, or town it hits home! Great video you two. I have said he has put the air back into the lungs of us all!

You got to react to him singing I want to go home.

that video was made at his 'house' which is a camper trailer that he had to cover with a tarp to keep the rain out.

The funniest thing I saw was one of the comments on this vid "Holy shit! I just bought welding rods from him 3 days ago". He sold supplies on jobsites, hopefully still does.

There's was just 1.5k thumbs up a minute ago but now it shows about 100. RU-vid is playing with the views and thumbs again 😞

Wall Street is north of Richmond too!! I think that place has more to do with running everything now, more than the politicians. They’ve bought most of them off. 😢

Fun reaction. This is just a regular dude saying what regular people are thinking

I would love to hear you react to more of this now historic singer! He has more he recorded on his cellphone and in his same native setting. "I've Gotta Get Sober" "I Want To Go Home" "90 Some Chevy" "I Don't Have A Dollar" "Virginia" "Rich Men's Gold"..... THANK YOU for reacting to this world-changing masterpiece! Love the British people! Also your treasured comedic series like "Fawlty Towers" and "Are You Being Served"!!

This was his first professional video. Done by West Virginia Radio station. All the others were done on his cellphone.

this song resonated so well because you can FEEL his emotion in the singe and know he is not singing to sing a song but to express a message.

God is working great things through this man. He should be in all of our prayers!

He turned down an 8 million dollar recording contract.

For this one, its worthy of pausing and talking about. Also the song is about the government, but everything you said is still valid

He has done a bout 12 songs. He refuses to use a production company. He also will cancel a show if the venue requires too high of a ticket fee.

You are right. Money can't buy happiness, but it can make a heck of a down payment...

200 mile North of Richmond, VA, is Washington DC, all Politicians.

I've been waiting for you guys to get to this, so happy

You two are really a couple of my favorite people on youtube. You are lovely people.

Ooohwee Mrs Beesleys fired up and I like it. I'm guessing Mr. Beesley loses any and every argument.

Looks like you all across the pond are going to get to enjoy our man for a while next year! He's coming over there and doing a whole Europe tour all over the place it looks like. I'm jealous :)

"Fed, Loved and Happy" I'd buy that T-shirt. Hint, hint.

After this song went viral, this guy was offered an $8 million contract from a recording studio, but he refused it because he said that he doesn't want to be associated with the "rich men", and that he didn't want to be controlled by the "rich men".

Checkout his song "I wanna go home"

Fast Times At Ridgemont High is a classic Movie from the 80's. If you have not reacted to it, worth the watch.

You should check out his Oliver Anthony music. He walks through the woods with his dogs. Its so peaceful. Love all his songs.

Love that you got the Minor/miner reference instantly!

It happened overnight here. North of Richmond is Washington DC.

If the funds that were allotted to the homeless programs were actually used to help them the problem could be solved. Instead the politicians pocket everything and it becomes another slush fund.

I've got to get sober is a great song from him

I enjoyed your reaction folks!! God bless you and yours and God bless the USA

Just watching you two laughing and talking together cheers me up. I love hearing the British perspective on things. Sometimes, it's so similar to ours here in the states, other times I'm completely baffled by the differences. Either way, I love your channel.

Not only is Washington DC north of Richmond, Va. but so is Wall Street NYC.

I just love your wife she has a great personality ❤ 🇺🇲

Richmond is south of Washington DC; which is really the only geographical context you need.