Thank you so much for this video. The simplicity of the song is perfect, and your rendition of the opening verse of Amazing Grace is a gut punch. Keep it up!
Thank you, Brandon LaSalle! There are not adequate words That fully express my gratitude to YOU for your service to our Country. Know, We CARE... May our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, Continue to. Guide and Bless You Abundantly! ✝️💜
I was an 11 year old boy in 1966 comin home from school. I put the key in the lock , opened the door and there was my big brother Gerry on the bed watchin Superman . He just got done with basic and advanced training as a member of the 173rd Airborne . He was shipped out to Vietnam one week later. He gave me a big hug and I was so happy 2 see him. One year later a big black car / limousine came 2 pick me and my family up 4 a ride. All I remember after that was a flag draped casket, 21 gun salute and a bug L er blowing Taps. Gerry was being laid 2 rest with full military honors. I dedicate this song 2 Gerry and his Co N rades who paid the ultimate sacrifice , Nov.21,1867 DakTo vietnam.Vietnam., Hill 875.Fifty five years later that 11 year old boy is now 66. This video hit me in ways that you just don't know! I hope that my big brother Gerry, " my hero"., is resting peacefully with his buddies from the 173rd on that mountain above! Thank You guys Godbless! Note : The date above 1867 is incorrect of course. The correct date is 1967.
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Hi Rob! God bless you guys for blessing us with your music. I thought I would actually get to hear you in person in Duluth come May, but oh well. Love you back more!
Rob Lundquist Thanks for giving us something positive to hold onto right now. Maybe you and the boys could do a live streaming “from your homes” mini-concert for us.
As a Veteran of Desert Shield/Storm, I get the intent of this video more than the average American likely does. Thank you so much for sharing this story and song with the rest of us. I may not have lost blood family over there, but I did lose some that were closer than a blood brother, to me. Your family you choose often can carry your heart more than the family you are given by birth. Go rest high, my Army brothers, your work here is done.
I lost my husband of 15 years the day after Valentine's Day, 2021. He had found this song after his dad died. He said it reminded him of his dad, and his uncle who had died in Vietnam. He listened to it several times over the years. When he had a heart attack, he started listening to it several times a day until a second heart attack took him a month later. It was like he was giving himself permission to go in peace. 😢
I wish to thank this group for their hurt-felt songs. I happen to be a three time Vietnam Veteran that had lost hope and didn't expect to return home. I left for war in ChuLai in 1966,.Then returned in 1967 and stayed over into 1968 to serve in the Hue/PhuBai area during the Tet offensive. Only to return again to Danang in 1969 for several months prior to my discharge. Shortly after my discharge my Bay girl passed away of crib death and I suffered for many years. Now, at 75, I have finally found some piece. With a great deal of help of my mental condition. I have regain feelings and emotions and thoroughly enjoy the heart felt music of this group. Than You one and all...
A big salute to you, from a slightly younger veteran. I just missed Vietnam, but I deployed for operation Desert Shield. I know it was different, but the bond of Military men is the same, regardless of the war.
Thankyou for your service from an Aussie who missed on Vietnam by 3 months but I appreciate all you guys did and could never understand the way you were treated by some when you got home after doing your duty
Thank you for your service and I am sorry it took so long for that to be recognized. My heart is with veterans and I have a special place in my heart for Vietnam vets. I was an Army nurse in the mid to late 1980s. Again, thank you for your service.
I'm a vet , came home all screwed up to point I hit bottom. Jesus saved me at the right point in time. This brings me back home , I miss my brother's that didn't come back
As a combat veteran, this video hits me hard.😭 Thank you @HomeFree for this beautiful rendition and tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice. God Bless ❤
I also could not understand why i shed tears only to realize there are men and women who have gone out to face the 'devil' out there in sacrifice for the nation and their families.
I love this song and cry every time I hear it. It was played at my father-in-laws funeral. He was in the UNITED STATES AIR FORCE in the Vietnam War . RIP DAD THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE
My son has been fighting a heart defect his entire life. 4 open heart surgeries, and multiple hospital admissions and other minor surgeries. September 2019 he had his final surgery along with a pacemaker placement right before his third birthday. He was given a 75 percent chance of making it to his 5th birthday. Recently he suffered his second minor stroke and right now I am praying that he doesn't contract this virus because it would be deadly for him. I have been planning a life for him and his funeral his whole life. This song is what I had picked out for him because the lyrics resonate so deep with me. This version is the version I would pick. Thank you so much for this song! You did an awesome job and God Bless you All!
Don't hold them back when he crosses your mind. It's ok to cry. Just don't dwell upon that he is no longer beside you physically. He will always be with you. Every time you look in the mirror, he is right there staring back at you. Every time you use a skill, he taught you, he will be right there watching you and smiling at your mastery of that skill. As long as you remember those you love, they are never truly gone. ❤
@@demonknight7965 hey thanks!!! The way he went was a living nightmare for me.. 7 days in hospice he couldn't take a drink of water or anything. Everytime he woke up they had to put him back to sleep.. my mom went peaceful but dad suffered until the end..
@Paul Watson I am so sorry to hear that. My grandfather was in a nursing home. He sat up when attendant came to wake him for breakfast saud i don't feel good. The attendant rushed to get help he laid back down and was gone.
I am a disabled veteran I served 9 years in the Army this is a great video it made me cry I lost 5 friends in the military this is a great tribute to them. God bless you all 🙏.
Thank you Sir for your service. I’m a combat vet of the Israel Defense Force. May God grant everlasting rest to your fallen friends. God bless you, Daniel Fogel
My dad is buried in Arlington. He died when I was only twelve years old. Thank you for this. I have his dog tags hanging on his service photo on our mantle. God bless you all for making my old heart lighter.
My daughter's dad, my husband, a vet of the cold war, died when she was only 8. She keeps his dog tags and the folded flag with his service pic in her bedroom. These are so much more than just things to her.
I sang this song in memory of my brother when he passed. He was so young with a full life ahead of him (he was 26, I was 19 at the time) this was in 2012. I miss him so much. This song will forever make me think of him. RIP Billy. Your little sister loves and misses you SO MUCH! 💜
From a Gold Star Father: This song was played at my step-son's funeral on November 11th, 2005. He was injured in Iraq on October 17th, 2005 and died November 3rd, 2005. Thank you for your version. It chills me and warms me at the same time and causes the water to flow.
I felt your pain... (I support Christopher Stefanick and his mission) he loss his son, name is: Joey at age 4, get loss in the woods getting disoriented... Christopher Stefanick prayer hit rock bottom saying ( I remember some part of it) Give me my Son back. They found him.
The ultimate sacrifice. My great grandfather and grandfather both served. World War II and the Korean War. Those generations were no doubt the men that built this country. We can learn so much from them. We are entitled to nothing and nothing is promised. Someone laid it down for us. Don’t forget that. Pay respects to the ones that walked before us. Stay up god bless
My dear baby brother was buried in Mountain Home National Cemetery last April, 2023. This video is so near and dear to my heart. Vince Gill caught my brother in his lyrics and y’all caught my feelings. I did the eulogy at Jerry’s memorial service. He asked me to include Johnny Cash’s cover of Personal Jesus by Depeche Mode. God bless y’all!!
I can't even IMAGINE how proud Vince Gill is to hear you do this song. i thought the version of him and Carey Underwood was awesome and this is nothing short of a masterpiece.
Crying so hard right now that it’s hard to write this but I don’t think I’ve ever been touched so much by this song! I hope Home Free knows how much we all appreciate what they do! They make us all feel so much! Love them ❤️
when Vince Gill released this song, it hit me very hard. I had, as a soldier, sent way too many good men home under the flag. it also burned with images of my father, who after surviving Viet Nam, fell to cancer after almost 3 years fighting it. I had talked to my son about having that be played at any services when my time comes. after hearing this version, with the inclusion of Amazing grace, and the superb harmonizing, I talked to him again, and said no, THIS is the version I want played at any services held for me. I honestly believe this is your finest song to date.
Amen. I loved this version so much that I had to play at my moms funeral. The video was beautiful as well and reminded me of West Virginia were my mom was from. Please venture to Arizona so I can see you live. Love you all!
@@barbaracampbell9907 from some kind of accident. He suffered in a coma for many years. However, I do find this song appropriate for most soldiers or just lost family members. This song by Vince gives me chills.
Penny, doesn't this make you think of our precious Sissy Kathy 💕 It does me. I raised my hand in praise that our good Lord took her home to end her suffering.
I saw this just as my honor guard team prepares to pay final honors for a fallen firefighter,. It really hits home. Thank you for this beautiful rendition and video.
This is one of the most beautiful songs that I have ever heard. It's a tear jerker. You see, I had the daughter to pass away at 17 and we saw this at her funeral. And every time I listen to this I just cry like a baby. Love you Vince, Gil.It's a beautiful song
I know I'm a little late to the party here, but I can't listen to this and not say my piece. I am not an emotional person, but I'm not ashamed to admit that I'm crying as I type this. Y'all are so talented and convey so much emotion in y'all's voices that it brings this song home. I've heard so many versions of this great song, but this has now become my favorite by far. Paired with the video, it makes my soul ache in the best possible way. Please never stop making these beautiful, haunting songs. I would also ask that, with July fourth being just over a week away, remember all those who have laid down their lives in service of our country and the people who live in it, and never forget their bravery and courage in the face of insurmountable odds. Thank y'all so much for this, and God bless.
This is a song for all people who have lived with pain and hurt in their hearts no matter what the cause. I just lost a second child. She had bipolar turmoil and struggle for years. She had a big heart and felt emotions so deeply. Bless her she died young from heart problems...brought on by prescribed medication. I thank God that she had found happiness a, love and peace looking towards a sweet future after years of struggle. My sweet Katie.
@@roserea3156 Thank you Rose...I just still feel so bad that I could not help her. Yes...I will see her ...in the meantime..it is just once again just so sad . I know so many have suffered far bigger losses but...it just hurts so damn bad.
I'm very sorry for your loss, I understand your hurt, and pain. I just loss my oldest daughter to suicide/murder, and then my oldest son to drug overdose Fentynal, just within a couple months apart. It's a heartache you can't explain. God Bless.
My cousin was changing a tire on the side of the road, and was struck and killed by a drunk driver. This was played at his funeral. I can never hear this song without breaking down. Y’all did it beautifully.
First time hearing this group and this song. 69 year old USMC vet. This song hit me hard, it brought a tear to my eye. We lost a lot of brave men and women who gave their lives for our freedom. Always remember that and support those serving now ready and willing to do the same.
Just found your group tonight. This is the second song I listened to. I'm a vet with over 20 years service. Have had friends and family who made the ultimate sacrifice in service and several who could not longer fight their demons after coming home. Wondered many times why them and not me. Right now it's so I can remember them and honor them as you have done for so many with your music. Thank you.
#GrumpyOldSailor Tell their stories, and tell your own, to friends, family, and anyone who will listen. I buried my father 16 years ago this month, and my one true regret is that I did not record his stories about his service in WW2, while he was alive. He was a AAA gunner and later a combat engineer, and I loved to listen to his stories of the war and his little part in it. People need to hear about those little parts, as that's what makes up the bigger story. I choke up every time I hear this song, no matter who sings it, as it always reminds me of him. Thank you, sir.
I am very thankful for this song; and the attitude of most Americans towards their military men and women. When I came home in January 1970 my reception was significantly. And it burns my soul to this day. It was much much different than today.
Me too,! Is that Vince Gills son, I cried all the way through George Jones tribute balling, I just tripped across the video, then same 2day😢 their awesome probably would be 1 of the most beautiful songs ever written!!
I served in the U.S. Air Force 20 years and know the meaning of a salute. It is given for two reasons; 1) A sign of respect for the rank of the one being saluted 2) A sign of respect for the PERSON being saluted. Home Free, I salute you for this touching tribute.
My neighbor, Don Waltman, became a POW in a North Vietnam prison in the 1960s. He was held until his release in 1970s. Seven years if I remember correctly. I wore his bracelet for many years. A ridiculous war. No American deserved that war. RIP Col Waltman.
This song was sung at my nephews funeral six years ago 💔my sister has lost two more of her sons sense then they where all under the age of 38years old she has one left and he is now 35 and she worrys all the about him I feel so sad for her .thank God drugs whats not reason.home free are the BEST singers I thank I have every heard I love there voices .God Bless you ALL and your familys.
My next door neighbor growing up was a retired Vietnam vet. A chopper pilot. I found out after I was grown. He was the kindest, gentlest soul. He's been gone for a few years now and I miss him.
I want y'all to know I've been listening to y'all for about 3 years now and I lost my Dad Friday your music especially this song has been giving me healing, I hope to see y'all live one day. You all will never know how many people your music has touched. Thank yall❤
Bless all the men and women how have sacrifice so much for our freedom. Past and future because of you I have the great gift to call America my home. Thank you
Thank you to everyone who serves or has served in the military, as firefighter, as a nurse, doctor, paramedic, or the police!!! Your service is greatly appreciated and your job is most often a thankless one. You are all in my prayers. God Bless all of you!!!!
I know your life On earth was trouble And only you could know the pain. You weren't afraid to face the devil, You were no stranger to the rain. Go rest high on that mountain Son, your work on earth is done. Go to heaven a-shoutin' Love for the Father and the Son. Oh, how we cried the day you left us We gathered round your grave to grieve. Wish I could see the Angel's faces When they hear your sweet voice sing So go rest high on that mountain Cause son your work on earth is done Go to heaven a'shouting Love for the father and the sun Amazing grace how sweet the sound That saved a wretch like me I once was lost but now I'm found Was blind but now I see So go rest high on that mountain Son your work in earth is done Go to heaven a'shouting Love for the father and the son Go to heaven a'shouting Love for the father and the Son
Absolutely outstanding arrangement and cover of a great Vince Gill song. I get emotional every time I hear it and yours is right up there alongside with Vince's original. I can hardly wait to see you all live in concert when you are able to perform again. As a Vietnam Veteran, the son of a veteran and nephew of veterans, this song is very special to me. Thank you again! God Bless you all!
I'm reminded of my great-grandmother when she took me to her older brother's memorial, how she still wept for him even after all those years. He died in the Battle of Bulge while holding off the enemy so his men could escape. "I'm gonna lay down my sword and shield /Down by the riverside/I'm gonna study, study, war no more". I can't wait for the day that good people no longer have to die this way.
I recently came very close to losing my wife of 26 years and when I heard this today I really got emotional. Her church doesn't' allow music in the building, so this is something that could be used. Luckily she has rebounded and hope we can celebrate 50 years..
We owe our Men and Female a debt of gratitude that we cannot pay. But a great debt to our LORD JESUS CHRIST for taking our sins with him on the old rugged cross.
Absolutely struck the core of my soul. I loved Vince Gills version as well. Makes me cry every time. I just had to say goodbye to a veteran friend of 20 years last month. He is missed.
As one of 12 children, my dad had 5 older brothers that served in the military at one time or another. The younger one never served. The only one I know details about off the top of my head is the youngest of the first five. I know he served in Vietnam and I think he was a paratrooper in the Army. As for this video, I had to play it twice cuz as soon as the harmonies started on the chorus, I was absolutely in tears and couldn't concentrate. They were so beautiful. Even though four of the five older brothers are now gone, I am happy to say none of them died in combat and they made it home. My heart goes out to the families of so many who didn't. When I rewatched this, I cried more when I understood the theme. Personally, the original Vince Gill version of this song is so special to me. I can't remember if I sang with them, but my mom played this on guitar while my sisters and a few cousins sang it at my paternal grandfather's funeral by request of my grandmother. For quite a while after, I couldn't listen to it without crying. I don't remember if it was performed live again or if a recording of the song was played, but it was included in that same grandmother's funeral a little over 9 years later. As if remembering that wasn't sad enough, I was at her place in federal housing with several other relatives when she was close to her time. I was in her living room watching tv and in some form or another, Vince singing this song came on. I'm not sure if the song was over, but if it was, it wasn't very long after that when one of the others came to tell me my grandmother had passed. I came across a video on RU-vid a while back that was a report on a brand new third verse to the song. I can't remember all of the new words, so if you're a fan of the Vince Gill version like I am, I encourage you to look it up. I do know they are beautiful words.
My husband was abused physically and had cancer as a child, when i met him he stuttered so bad he could barely state his name. Today he speaks clearly, is cancer free, and a great father to both our children. The victory belongs to Jesus!!
I am losing a blessed friend of 50 yrs as we speak, she is in active organ multiple organ failure, I have known her since I was 6yrs old, I am now 55. She is 81. I went to school with her daughter who died in a car wreck, we were best friends. I love you Glenda Lee, go Rest now...see you when I see you.
Goosebumps as soon as the song started. Lots of military in my family going back to the Battle of the Great Lakes during the War of 1812. What a great way to honor them! Song has been one of my favorites since I first heard Vince Gill sing it.
My father's flag sits on our mantle. He's been gone since 1972. He was USAAF- ETO, 1943-1946. Yes, I'm ugly crying. No, I can not think of a better tribute song for our military men and women who didn't make it home. Thank you.❤️
I lost one of my best friends today to cancer at 1:22pm. I found this song release about the same time. This will forever be her song to me. Sing with the angels my dear friend. My heart is broken but you are finally at peace. I will be seeing you in Wisconsin Dells in October, hope to hear it in person. Thank you for bringing me and her family peace today.
Definitely did Vince Gill proud. I have called him my vincy baby since I was about 11 and Im 41 now. Very happy hearing a group do country music. Finally.
You guys don't get the credit you deserve. This is emotional.. pure. This is nothing short of beauty in auditory form. The harmonies are perfect. Each complimenting the next. Stunning performance guys. I applaud you.
This song was played at my Father's funeral when we laid him to rest. I'm a 52 year old man who has never been known for showing a lot of outward emotion but i have no problem admitting that your version of this song brings me to tears of pure joy every time i watch it. The five of you harmonize like no group i've ever heard in my lifetime. You bring life to every song you do together and make people feel the true meanings of the songs you do. Thank you for bringing true joy and emotion to all of us who follow you and love your music. You will never know how much some of the music you guys do means to us. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for doing this song.
Oh goodness, stumbled upon this and it's very touching.... . son committed suicide 1999....... May God bless him. xxx He was lost and now found, sense his presence and inspiration all the time.
Beautiful rendition. I wish, however, just once, that somebody would do this song and apply it to people other than veterans. I have the ultimate respect for people who serve, and I’m grateful for their sacrifice. But this song is about struggling in life through pain, and then finally coming to rest. As an abuse survivor, myself, I have identified with this song ever since I first heard it performed by Vince Gill. And now, that I’m battling a terminal illness, this song is even more poignant for me than before. I would love to see somebody do a video of this song that pays tribute to all of those who suffer other types of pain in life- mental, physical, emotional, etc., and eventually find their moment of rest when they cross through the veil and return home. Regardless, this is another beautiful rendition. God bless our troops! ❤
I was a HUGE Keith Whitley fan.... But I know both him and Vince Gill would say this video that changed it's intention, is a WELL DESERVED and HONORABLE one... Well done Home Free! From this Army Veteran who the majority of my family has served throughout history, I SALUTE you for paying homage to those who have made the ultimate sacrifice....
For the love of everything that just possessed me to sing with you like that...THANK YOU JESUS! I HAD NO IDEA that I even knew that many octives...most amazing experience EVER SO FAR ...THANK YOU ...AND GOD BLESS YOU FOR CREATING THAT EXPERIENCE FOR ME....THANK YOU FATHER ILL BE...AMEN
My fiancé died on the 18th of January 2021. He sent me this song two weeks before he passed. It is beautiful and will help me think of our good memories until we meet again. Thank you
I've heard this song sang many times and I'll say Vince Gill is probably the best singing it but I'll have to say you guys of Home Free knock it out of the park with this arrangement and your alls perfect harmony ! To all our Military and our Veterans and their families that lost loved ones I wish to dedicate this song to you all and to say thank you for your service ! To thise who lost loved ones in whatever war my deepest sympathies to each of you and God Bless you all !
May 23rd 2018, ten days after his 26th birthday our only child was taken from us by a blood clot. The image burned into my soul is him lying on the floor as I give him CPR and wait for paramedics to arrive. I write this with tears streaming and blurred vision. I have never been moved by song as much as I have been moved by your cover of Vince. You are an amazing group with amazing voices and harmony. God willing and my broken heart holds out I will be able to see you live in Cincy the 23rd of August. The purity of your sound/voices need to be shared with all. Bless you for what you do and thank you from a broken father.
I want you to know, your child is fine, and you will see him again, in all his glory of a new shiny body and a brilliant welcoming smile. I had a near death experience at age 10. There is no pain or suffering in the Light.
