FIRST TIME HEARING THE HOLLIES HE AIN'T HEAVY HE'S MY BROTHER REACTION 

His brother is everyone who needs help

America NEEDS THIS MESSAGE tonight! As much as she ever did............

White, Black, Brown, etc.... he's my brother.

I'm sorry these songs are not part of your generations life. This is a life lesson. Everyone is your brother. Everyone needs love.

He is talking about mankind, every one.

Actually he is talking about everyone. You, the guy next door, a stranger. He is saying we are all in this together so what burdens you have he is here for you. It is a message that artists have tried to make people understand. What we are going through now...whatever it is he has your back...even me...even his brother, sister, first cousin...or the guy down the street.

The Hollies? You have to listen to "The Air That I Breathe", "Long, Cool Woman in a Black Dress", Bus Stop", and "Look Through Any Window".

We need this to be our theme song for now.

Hey Jayvee, back then groups sang about social issues. He's my brother symbolizes the brotherhood of man and world peace. It is a metaphor. But you appreciate great artists of the past which gains my respect.

"The air that i breathe" - The Hollies

My brother-in- law was in Nam when I was a youngster, I would write him everyday. That song brings back those memories. Thank God he came home safely. Semper Fi!

We are ALL brothers. Just like you and me. That's their message of love...

An image that was used often with this song was that of a Vietnam vet carrying a wounded brother out of the jungle. I think that makes it even more poignant.

We are all bothers and sisters.

Great song. Not literally his brother. Talking about his fellow man. You got it.

Everyone is your brother everyone needs help and love he’s not talking specifically about literally his own flesh and blood he’s talking about the world

This should be the anthem for 2020!! 💫

In the 1940s, the words, adapted as "He ain't heavy, Father, he's my brother", were taken as a slogan for Boys Town children's home by founder Father Edward Flanagan.[3] According to the Boys Town website, the phrase as used by Boys Town was said to Fr. Flanagan in 1918 by one of the residents while carrying another up a set of stairs. The boy being carried is said to have had polio and worn leg braces.[4]

Mathew 25:40 “And the King will say, ‘I tell you the truth, when you did it to one of the least of these my brothers and sisters, you were doing it to me!’

WW2 American GI carrying his buddy. Journalist said he looks heavy (offering help), GI reply. Brings a tear to me for personal reasons

This was played at my high school grad ceremony. Not a dry eye, even the jocks and the tough guys, by the end of it we were a sobbing mess, LOL

The lyrics and melody of this song is fantastic. Never get tired of listening to this.

They're singing about equality, kindness, and caring for each other as brothers.

Only the Beatles had more top ten hits in the UK. The Hollies were unique and incomparable.

I get the message not his brother but we are all brothers. Take the time help each other

His brother is everyone that needs a helping hand. We could use some of that these days.

The Air That I Breathe - Hollies

What a great song I’m glad you’re reacting to it now we need it.❤️😃👍🌼✌️Love and peace.

We are all brothers and sisters 🙂

The messages of these 60s 70s songs, were hope of the change needed still. Love everyone. Help your neighbor, your brother. All equal. Nation of free immigrants. Some, not by choice. Peace

Excellent song especially now!!!

One of my all time favorite songs - thank you for reacting to this one!!

I asked my 19 year old daughter if she ever heard of this song before. she said “no” I told her to listen to the same video, then I would tell her the story behind the song. I played the video and she actually got tears in her eyes. Then I told her the story. She said “ play it again daddy” I played it again and tears ran down her face the entire song. What a powerful song of a brothers love.

I'm quite overwhelmed by this beautiful song. There are so many amazing songs from the past💖

Back in the day I had this song on 45. I wore it out! It was a civil rights anthem. It was saying that everyone is my brother and we should carry each other's burdens.

I've loved this song since it was released. He is talking about humankind as his brother. One big family.

Gotta hear Long Cool Woman in a Black Dress by the Hollies.

You know, what I love is seeing you react so positively about my generation's music, thank you!

You’ve started at the top J! The lead singer is Alan Clarke and they made so many great records. This one is so special to my family as it was one of my dad’s favourites and actually described the kind of man he was. We were going to play it at his funeral but knew we couldn’t have got through it if we did. It pops up for me every now and again and it’s like my beautiful dad whispering in my ear. Much needed message, especially at the moment.😊

Everyone needs this song...a Blessing 💕

This song is one reason why The Hollies are my favorite group.

The Hollies have a whole lot of really good songs. "The air that I breathe" is one of my faves! More Bob Seger, please!

One of my all time favorites. Next try A Change is gonna Come by Sam Cooke

Such a great song and especially the message, helping and not harming. Thank you for playing that. Sure enjoy your channel and reactions

This song always brings a tear to my eye. It's about any person who needs a helping hand. .... It was very much loved by soldiers that helped their brother soldiers too.

youre gonna learn in your life,that this is one of the absolutely best song in the world!!!!!!!!!

There is a RU-vid video of this song with soldiers literally carrying each other during battle that I think really drives home the message.

In these times, the message of Universal Brotherhood (Sisterhood) of this song is more relevant and more needed than ever. ((

This song was the anthem during the time American was in war in Vietnam. This was a great song and fantastic artists. Check out , "The Air That I Breath" by them. This is a perfect song for these times that we are going through with all the unrest, the death of George Foremen and other blacks lives we have lost. The song still holds true today!!!

The line, "It's a long long road for which there is no return" always makes me cry.

Love one another.

Love their song Bus Stop. Thanks JV. You're on FIRE!

Alan Clarke what a voice! The Hollies "Distant Light" album is a rock classic. Also check out his solo single "I Will Be Your Shadow in the Street".

Damn.. This kinda reaction is why I'm glad I'm a long time subscriber. Another great effort mate!!

Graham Nash from Crosby, Stills,Nash was an original member. Try Bus Stop, Look Through any Window, Long Cool Woman, Carrie-Anne, Pay You Back with Interest. Peace, Bro

Tears Run Down my Face Every Time I hear This Song

Gerry and the pacemakers singing Ferry across the Mersey.

Great message. One of the better harmony bands of the 60's and 70's.

The Hollies come from my hometown Manchester in the UK.

The Hollies are one of the greatest bands ever you gotta listen to more from them

The Hollies are my favourite group. And listen to The Air that I Breathe! Groups and singers nowadays cannot hold a candle to those.

The air that I breathe by the Hollies, is a must. Another stunning song,

His brother is "mankind" That's right WE are all related....✌

It goes to the fundamental reason humans have survived, by ourselves we are nothing only together we succeed.

Im so glad I was born in 1977. My parents listened to this music all the time and now my kids listen to it. One of my favs by the Hollies ❣❣❣

Such a beautiful song for ALL of humanity. Glad you like it. 👍👍👍😎

His "brother" is an illustrative word to mean all peoples. This song was at the forefront of the first generation (us) who really took on race barriers and breaking down between races ... the times in the 1960s ...

I am so happy you are love my old time music. I don’t get to see very many people interested.

Your problems or issue won't weight me down. I'm always here for you.

British band, American singer. Result, pure class

It'd be great to hear Dionne Warwick's version of "What The World Needs Now is Love", for a time such as these.

I LOVE this band so many hits , this song is about all of mankind No colour, No differences we are ALL brothers and sisters of earth I LOVE IT!! We really do need this now in these times.

Love this song. You're a beautiful young man. Don't forget that bub.😇🐨🎆🤚

Graham Nash,of Crosby,Stills and Nash,was with the Hollies,at this time.He is wonderful at harmonising.

This song is deep and is a message to all mankind!!! We all must love one another!!!❤️❤️❤️

Wow, I just spent 3 hours watching your channel & it went by so quickly! Glad you like the music I grew up with. Please listen to The Mamas and The Papas, "CALIFORNIA DREAMING." Excellent harmonizing. Cheers!

The lead singer from the Hollies has one of those voices that is super strong.

Everyone is our brother. Great song from a time of social awareness and a real attempt at being better people.

Everyone needs to listen to this song right now. More than ever.

Being a Vietnam Vet I wanted to share the meaning of the song. It's about those of us during the war and how we took care and loved each other during this horrible situation.

Another great band with good music. Always loved this song, its so beautiful

I love the Hollies and this song. This song always brings a tear to my eye.

One of my favorites! I love the version with video with all the soldiers from different wars carrying each other.

Graham Nash was one of the founders of The Hollies before he left & later became part of great harmonies of Crosby, Stills, Nash (& sometimes Young)

Back in the 60's when I was a kid, this was one of my favorite favorite songs.

Awesom! Music from my time! I’m 73 years old!

One of my faves. He did change the words a bit in the live version, but it struck me as a slight error. "sadness" got reversed with "gladness".

The Hollies are loved here in the UK and this song can still make me emotional.

You definitely need to hear "Long Cool Woman in a Black Dress" and "The Air That I Breathe". Great songs and two more really good vocal performances. "Long Cool Woman in a Black Dress" also features one of the most iconic guitar riffs of the classic rock era.

IMHO, right up there with the greatest pop songs of all time...

Check out Elvin Bishop "Fooled around and fell in love" Also a Band called - Grand Funk Railroad song " Some kind a wonderful" ✌️😎 We enjoy the channel man!!

Try Hollies - Stop Stop Stop-- you won't regret it!!

The Hollies originated in the early sixties in England ..the singer that you're listening to is the original lead singer named Alan Clark .. who was amazing he was with the band off and on until about 99 or so... he left and then he came back and over the years... there were other lead singers ..he finally left for good in the late 90's.. another lead singer took over the permanent spot in 200 ( I think) his name is Peter Howart who was originally a backup singer for Cliff Richards for many years.... you need to go on RU-vid and look them all up... they had the most beautiful Harmony the most amazing songs and I have to agree.. he ain't heavy is one of my favorites ...but you got to go back and listen to the air that I breathe.... Go to RU-vid check them all out... you will not believe... they're still on tour to this day.. 2 of the original members are still carrying the band to this day ...and they're still touring Europe and England.. and their still is very popular there... Sadly they never had the popularity here that they gained in England...so sad so many never knew their talent...

What a song. A song of hope for us all as human beings 👏👏👏👏

I LOVE this song.... reminds me of my uncle who was a massive Hollies fan... he recently passed from Covid... RIP Unc. Xxx

It's about all people. Everyone being nice to everyone. The Hollies are great. One of my favorite groups from that time.

I've always liked this song. Because, voice & Music All Belonged together perfect. No One Can Sing it Better.☺️👍🏼🇺🇸

He means every brother or friend ❤ listen to the air that I breathe by the hollies ❤

He means you, me, black, white, everyone who is your neighbor is your brother and my god do we need this message in this world now

Love this guy's music selection. You're an old soul, brother.