James Blunt - Monsters (Official Music Video) 

Just watched a Hawaiian boy sing this song after losing his father 2 months ago. He sang it beautifully as it is the most amazing & beautifully written song.what a tribute to any Father thank you 🙏🏽

This song breaks me up. I'm 71, and while my children have moved on to their various careers, my youngest has made it his priority to watch over me. He refuses to take anything in return and is just happy I wake in the morning. He is an unexpected blessing as I always thought i'd die alone. ❤

I know the story behind this song but having stage 4 cancer myself and little time left , listening to this i wonder what my 17 year old son must be going through internally . The line ‘while you’re sleeping ill try to make you proud’ has me in tears , as only a few weeks ago my son came to me saying he wanted to quit college because he wasn’t enjoying the course but was afraid to because he thought I wouldn’t be proud of him and felt he’d be letting me down. I told him , he could never let me down, and life has a way of working out. Chase love , chase happiness, material things mean so little in the long term. Most importantly I reassured him that i always have and always will be proud of him. On a lighter note , I’m of to see James play in Manchester on Friday , can’t wait .

I lost my dad a month ago yesterday. He had been sick, all of his best friends had already died, his mother, My Grandmother Had recently died. He was miserable and I'm glad for him that he's gone but I miss him so much. He was a Vietnam veteran and one of the first black men to serve as an Army Ranger in combat. 10 pastors were in the Pulpit funeral and they all characterize him as a trusted friend, the church was so full that he had to turn people away. I am so proud of my dad, but it still hurts........ I love you Dad and I really miss you

My dad is fine, my life is ok, and I'm still crying. This song is so beautiful

Thank you for this song. I sang it to my Dad last week while in final stages dementia & cancer. He smiled so beautifully and we both shed tears. He passed away this morning. I will forever have this special moment with him.

My dad passed away last year, he had Alzheimer's, on the surface he didn't know who I was , but I know in his heart he knew how much I loved him. I am a father of two, don't ever leave your children without love. There is nothing in this world more important... I will make you proud Dad ... rest in peace, I love you ...

My Dad was a WWII veteran who was part of the liberation of France from the Nazi's. Poor guy had PTSD from the war and was an alcoholic. I grew up hard since my mother had undiagnosed mental illness and was abusive to me - she abandoned me emotionally and mentally. My Dad was never there emotionally for me or participated in my life, but he worked his ass off every single day so we would have clothes, food, and a roof over our head no matter what. It took me years (he died in 2004) after his death to realized just how hard he worked and stayed with my difficult mother so I would have some semblance of a family no matter how dysfunctional it was growing up like that in Los Angeles in the 1970's. This song made me shed tears that I never shed for years and kept stuffed away. Thank you for this song James Blunt - many souls have been touched by your music. RIP Dad - Robert David McLean - Staff Sergeant US Army - WWII European theatre.

I lost my dad today. He died in hospital 16 days after contracting the Covid-19 virus. I struggled to watch this song before this happened because of how gut wrenching it is but now I find myself putting it on repeat. Now on an emotional rollercoaster. I feel like I only ever saw his mistakes when he was alive and now that he has died, I find myself only seeing mine. I was angry with him for a long time for his without realising that by holding on to the hurt, I was making my own. I regret not forgiving him and letting him know it was ok. Maybe I am listening to this song to punish myself, who knows...

Just watched Iam Tongi and James Blunt performed this song live. That’s what got me here. What a powerful and emotional song!

I just lost my dad on Sunday April 7th 2024. I never heard this song till today, my aunt shared it with me so it can be played at his viewing. This is a great song and will forever stay in my heart.

I can't listen to this song without crying my eyes out. I lost my dad last July after a torturous battle with ALS. Watching the strongest man I knew slowly lose control of all physical aspects in his life absolutely killed my soul. He did have have the final say in finally ending his suffering and while we will miss him so much forever, he was given one final bit of control back to his life. Miss you so much dad.

Just listened to a boy from Hawaii sing this song on American Idol; he lost his dad 2 months ago. All the judges were in tears, I'm crying. I hope the kid wins! He was PHENOMENAL!

One of the most underrated artists in history, he should be remembered as a legend, at least I will. His songs marked all my youth

A friend sent me this song while I was training at the gym. I put the weights down and I started to weep, missing my father. May your soul continue to rest peacefully daddy.

I lost my dad, who was in service with the British army, two days before my 11th birthday. I never got to speak to him as an adult man, or get to say goodbye to him before we lost him. If I had been given that chance, this is how I would have wanted to. Two friends sharing the last of the time they had together and comforting each other. Beautiful lyrics and raw emotion in your performance, thank you!

“Lyrics” 😞 Oh, before they turn off all the lights I won't read you your wrongs or your rights The time has gone I'll tell you goodnight, close the door Tell you I love you once more The time has gone So here it is I'm not your son, you're not my father We're just two grown men saying goodbye No need to forgive, no need to forget I know your mistakes and you know mine And while you're sleeping I'll try to make you proud So, Daddy, won't you just close your eyes? Don't be afraid, it's my turn To chase the monsters away Oh, well I'll read a story to you Only difference is this one is true The time has gone I folded your clothes on the chair I hope you sleep well, don't be scared The time has gone So here it is I'm not your son, you're not my father We're just two grown men saying goodbye No need to forgive, no need to forget I know your mistakes and you know mine And while you're sleeping I'll try to make you proud So, Daddy, won't you just close your eyes? Don't be afraid, it's my turn To chase the monsters away Sleep a lifetime Yes, and breathe a last word You can feel my hand on your arm I will be the last one So I'll leave a light on Let there be no darkness in your heart But I'm not your son, you're not my father We're just two grown men saying goodbye No need to forgive, no need to forget I know your mistakes and you know mine And while you're sleeping I'll try to make you proud So, Daddy, won't you just close your eyes? Don't be afraid, it's my turn To chase the monsters away

A few weeks ago I lost my beautiful amazing son he was only 28 he had a massive heart attack and I played and sang this song to him while he lay on a life support machine. Unfortunately we lost him to irreversible brain damage. He was an amazing son and never took drugs and was never in any trouble. I will be playing this song at his funeral in early 2024.😢 I feel that there is no point in living anymore the pain is too much to bare. I want to say a big thank you to James blunt for writing this song it will live with me until its time for me to go and be back with my beautiful boy so then I can hold him and then no one can ever break us apart ever again. I Love you my beautiful son Nathan you will always be in my heart and soul. And due to my sons death two people have been given a second chance of life because we donated his organs. Love you son and I miss you so much I want the pain to end.

I seem to recall serving with a Capt Blount in BATUS and whilst I never met him again we were in Kosovo at the same time. From what I remember he was a very polite and respectful man, he certainly turned out to be great singer and song writer.

I wish my dad would be here to see the man I have become. All those hard times, every hard decisions I had to make, every hope lost, every doubt I had! I wish he was there to hold my arm, pat my shoulder, look me straight in my eyes and say, "do not worry son, you have got this." I lost him a long time ago, when I was just a little boy, in 2000, it feels like yesterday and yet a lifetime away. Thank you for this song, at least I can cry for him in my solitude.

That young kid, Iam Tongi from Hawaii, was incredible singing this song! His delivery of the song tore at my heart strings. I predict this song will become a hit, if it wasn’t already, by the many requests to hear it over the airwaves and on line! Just look at how quickly so many has responded already. Beautiful song, touching lyrics and and an even better performance by Iam!

Man...I'm a tough guy, or so I thought. I drive a big truck for a living and miss out on so many family things. My dad passed away 12 years ago and I miss him. I just now, for the first time, heard this song and am parked for the day...sitting in the sleeper berth with a soaked t-shirt from, uncontrollably, crying like a baby. I'm not ashamed though...I loved my dad. This song really hit home.

To my dear son... Logan. I know your dad had to leave, it was so fast. You were there for him the whole 10 years. You were there to take care of him as he passed. It'll be 5 years Sunday. My heart breaks for you. Thank you for sharing this beautifully touching song. I know he hears you and this song you've dedicated. I know he's so proud of you. You do not realize this, but I know it to be true. RIP Rob. I love you. Your son and daughter love you. You are so sorely missed. We will always carry a hole inside. One that the 3 of us will never be able to fill. Peace be with the 3 of you.

As a 26 year old man who has recently reconciled a life of bitterness with his father, this song is on some other level of emotion. ❤ Great writing.

My father died just a few weeks ago, and somebody told me I cried like a baby at his funeral. This song just helped me realise that I didn't. I cried like a man.

My dad is diagnosed with stage IV cancer. Please pray for him. EDIT: We lost him last week (March 17th, 2021). Thanks for all your prayers. He went in peace and now has no pain :(

My dad unfortunately passed yesterday morning 8:15 am from cardiac arrest I gave him CPR got a heartbeat back the ambulance came and he had another cardiac arrest they said they was taking him to the hospital with blues and twos so I raced up the motorway within 15 minutes I got a call I wish no one ever gets I’m the second son I was never taught how to shave,fight,tie a fishing line, even pour a beer properly but I never left him alone and I’m proud to say I was their till the end and this song tears me apart if your dad is still about regardless of the situation just make the effort please!❤️❤️

Its incredible how someone could still have theyr dad alive and yet understand the song so well cuz inside everyone know sooner or later either theyr mom or dad will say goodbye one day

No Girls No Money No Cars No Dancing No Sex No Drugs Just 1 Man singing powerful and emotional lyrics #monsters

My father is alive, everything is fine in my life, but I’m listening to this song alone in a bar while the wife and kids are away, and I’m tearing up. This is the most beautiful heartfelt song I’ve heard in a while.

Everytime I hear this song I just start sobbing. And my dad is okay! I think the thing that touches us most in this song is the fact that so many people have had a complicated life with their father. In my case it was the paradox of my father providing for his family, but because of that he was almost never at home when my brother and I were kids. It hurt me but it hurt my dad aswell. Only later in life we were able to talk about how much we misses eachother in those years. That's why I think the strongest lyrics in this song are "No need to forgive, no need to forget, I know your mistakes and you know mine"... That part just hits me right the feels every single time. I hope everyone can talk to their dad about their father-child relationship before it is too late if they want to do that. For me it was a blessing.

This is truly what a man feels from the deepest corner of his goddamn heart. To love his father, to make him proud, to take the mantle into his own hands and lead the way without being judged or hurt. But, what I truly took away from this song is the truth - that we all feel the same way about fathers. They are our heroes and we are never prepared to lose them even if we know that they won't be here one day. That void will never be filled and no amount of guilt, pain, anguish, grief, can take that part away. I am grateful to James Blunt for delivering this flawlessly. It was an emotional powerhouse striking gold on every note. You have made your father proud. You have made us all proud and you have inspired us to make our fathers proud.

This video went from 3M views to 25M views in days thanks to IAM TONGI on American Idol singing this beautiful song. I hope James Blunt sees his performance it was heartbreaking and beautiful. The lyrics are amazing and I love James Blunts writing skills on this song dedicated to his father who is in this video.

I just woke at 5:55 am to find this video waiting for me. He told me the hardest part about leaving me was that my life was falling apart and I needed him more than ever. I watched him fight for two days, as he moved between the two worlds...his face alternating between expressions of bliss and fight. In the end, it was just the two of us. I held his hand, as I studied every last detail of the hand that toiled through WWII and the family life that followed. The determined provider, the passionate lover of his clan. And as I did, I told him to take his time...to go when he wanted to. "You lived your entire life on your terms Dad, I want you to die the same way. I'll be here until you're ready." It was 5:55am when he left. That was 20 years ago...and 20 minutes ago. Thank you James. ❤

I lost my Dad last year. We all suffered during that time due to his dementia. I lost my cool a few times because he was always confused. I didn’t grieve after the loss because I was so worn out. Thank you for this song! No other song hit the mark for me. This year I can remember the good times and finally grieve for my Daddy.

The rawness of this song and video...absolutely beautiful. I lost my father several years ago and I can't help but lose it every single time I hear it. Thank you James for having the guts to share such a powerful story through song.

"James has revealed his father Charles Blount is doing well after receiving an organ donation following his fight with stage-four kidney disease(2020). After a desperate search for a donor last year(2019) (the You're Beautiful singer was not a match), James told The Times that a cousin is - 'now a very, very close cousin!" -just FYI for anyone wondering. So happy for you and your Pop !

James Blunt does not need autotune in his songs and no special effects or fancy things in his video's. That's how good he is!

This guy always wrote emotionally haunting songs.

Such a beautiful voice! When this song came out, my son told me that when he heard it it reminded him of our relationship and he would always be there for me, so i looked it up listening to it i cried. He is in his 40s and i am his mum ( shock) his dad and i have been married for 50 years but he knows my secrets and i know his. It’s not always dads and sons. I have daughters whom i love dearly and would give my life for but they are daddies girls. My son and i just get each other we always have. So i praise you dads that are close to your sons who know each others secrets without judgement, and just love each other, it’s a bond that can’t be broken.

My father passed away in December 2013 , aged 79 ., his funeral was held in Morden (South West London) . By the time we got home by car , it was near midnight . Shattered and tired , I sat down and wrote this :- I came to see you today, as I looked down where you lay I tried hard not to shed a tear, and was lost to what to say You looked so peaceful lying there, as I whispered my goodbye I kissed your forehead, I asked you to open up your eyes I looked around the Chapel Of Rest feeling alone there at your side No way of hiding Dad, the tears again I cried But I had to leave you lying there, for soon your last parade I think you were the greatest man, that God had ever made There were friends and family, and Mum was trying to be strong To be with you just one more time , the man she'd loved so long Your funeral went so very well, although rain came down outside I think it was tears from heaven, as the angels looked down and cried We miss you Dad, we always will , but no longer are you in pain Don't know when it will be dear Dad, but one day we'll meet again I looked down at your coffin., not knowing what to do I kissed you on your forehead, and said "Dad I love you"...

Most people don't know the story of this song...that is James' dad next to him, he is dying of stage 4 kidney disease. I took care of my dad his last year, till the end...I have never cried so hard listening to this song...Thanks for your story and the emotional release, James

Just sent this to my 2 sons who lost their dad 5 years ago.. we were married for 44 years he went to bed and was taken home to be with the Lord… we had our great granddaughter here & she remembers that evening .. since he’s been gone we had two more great grandchildren 🙏🏽❤️🙏🏽

I think of my dad all the time,he was my best friend this song makes me cry for him. His wish for me was to see me get sober before he died so i did and still sober I hope he's proud.

My dad is 95 and has dementia. We never got on, he wasn't a good father to me and he messed me up. Now, he's a frail old man who has little memory. He's funny, friendly and I see him several times a week. He's always pleased to see me. It's quite strange. I hug the man goodbye each time I leave, that same man who used to beat me black and blue into my early twenties. It's all really strange, that I now enjoy his company and he enjoys mine. I don't know how long he has left but I'll be sad to see him gone. This was a hard video to watch, but oh so beautiful ❤ Respect James X

[Lyrics] Oh, before they turn off all the lights I won't read you your wrongs or your rights The time has gone I'll tell you goodnight, close the door Tell you I love you once more The time has gone So here it is I'm not your son, you're not my father We're just two grown men saying goodbye No need to forgive, no need to forget I know your mistakes and you know mine And while you're sleeping, I'll try to make you proud So daddy, won't you just close your eyes? Don't be afraid, it's my turn To chase the monsters away Oh, well I'll read a story to you Only difference is this one is true The time has gone I folded your clothes on the chair I hope you sleep well, don't be scared The time has gone So here it is I'm not your son, you're not my father We're just two grown men saying goodbye No need to forgive, no need to forget I know your mistakes and you know mine And while you're sleeping, I'll try to make you proud So daddy, won't you just close your eyes? Don't be afraid, it's my turn To chase the monsters away Sleep a lifetime Yes, and breathe a last word You can feel my hand on your own I will be the last one, so I'll leave a light on Let there be no darkness in your heart But I'm not your son, you're not my father We're just two grown men saying goodbye No need to forgive, no need to forget I know your mistakes and you know mine And while you're sleeping, I'll try to make you proud So daddy, won't you just close your eyes? Don't be afraid, it's my turn To chase the monsters away

Oh, before they turn off all the lights I won't read you your wrongs or your rights The time has gone I'll tell you goodnight, close the door Tell you I love you once more The time has gone So here it is I'm not your son, you're not my father We're just two grown men saying goodbye No need to forgive, no need to forget I know your mistakes and you know mine And while you're sleeping I'll try to make you proud So, daddy, won't you just close your eyes? Don't be afraid, it's my turn To chase the monsters away Oh, well, I'll read a story to you Only difference is this one is true The time has gone I folded your clothes on the chair I hope you sleep well, don't be scared The time has gone So here it is I'm not your son, you're not my father We're just two grown men saying goodbye No need to forgive, no need to forget I know your mistakes and you know mine And while you're sleeping I'll try to make you proud So, daddy, won't you just close your eyes? Don't be afraid, it's my turn To chase the monsters away Sleep a lifetime Yes, and breathe a last word You can feel my hand on your own I will be the last one So I'll leave a light on Let there be no darkness, in your heart But I'm not your son, you're not my father We're just two grown men saying goodbye No need to forgive, no need to forget I know your mistakes and you know mine And while you're sleeping I'll try to make you proud So, daddy, won't you just close your eyes? Don't be afraid, it's my turn To chase the monsters away

Never heard this song before until I heard Iam Tongi singing it on American Idol, he sung it beautifully. What a beautiful song.

Good Lord, what would we do without James Blunt these days?!? Music has turned into a characterless, commercial industry. James Blunt is one of the few original musicians with character, writing his own songs, with meaning, singing them with passion. I love you James Blunt. Even more than the Cantina Band... May the force be with you! Yours, Obi-Wan

My dad was never in my life, but the universe blessed me with a grandfather who married into my family. I was only 13 when I met him, but he changed my whole life. He became my hero, he became my role model I desperately needed Back in 2019, he began his long slope into alzheimers. He was transferred into a memory unit away from my grandmother. As his alzheimers progressed, I lost him a little bit more each day. Every time after I'd visit him, I'd sit in my car and scream my voice away. We lost him in 2022. But I never stopped visiting him. He was always there for me in hard times, why would I be absent from his? So anyone with a loved one with memory loss, please, be there. It matters more than you know.

I'm incredibly thankful for my Dad. He's always been supportive, even when he doesn't fully grasp what I'm going through. His unconditional love has lifted me up during times when I've felt inadequate. He's truly a remarkable person, and I feel privileged to have him in my life.

This man is the most underrated artist existing (notice my words: not just a singer, but an artist, a great one) Edit: thanks for the support guys! Everyone who reads this: love u all, have a great day and stay healthy ❤️

I'm a father of two beautiful little boys, who have yet to reach their teens, I probably won't be around for when they both become teens, when they both go to high school, I won't be around when they both get their first jobs, first real girlfriend, When/if they ever marry, I can relate to this song, I can't close my eyes, as I don't know if I will ever be able open them if I do. Love you My little boys,

My dad passed 10 years ago on May 8th…..I can’t hear this without breaking down. I miss him so much.

Guardo lassù...in quel pò di stelle che riesco a vedere, nascoste dalle nuvole che non vogliono lasciarmi in questi giorni di primavera... Ci sono emozioni , che solo un cuore può sentire, sono silenziose , sottili ma lasciano immersi in un fantastico ricordo , di quello che poteva ma non potrà. Mai più se non nei sogni, quelli inimmaginabili di un figlio che aspetta Aspetta un abbraccio, un sorriso, una rassicurazione che solo un padre può dare. Non esiste perfezione in un rapporto tra padre e figlio. Nessuno è perfetto, nessuno fa tutti i giorni cose giuste. Neppure l 'illustrissimo signore Oggi è un giorno di rinascita, o dovrebbe esserlo, cosi si dice in giro. Oggi è un giorno nuovo..non solo per me, ma per chiunque abbia amato , ma sopratutto perdonato. Perché fare bene è facile, perdonare , perdonarsi è una virtù che non lascia spazio a rancori. Il tempo invecchia i corpi, li degrada della forza dei giorni migliori ma nulla può contro i sentimenti. Quelli non invecchiano mai, e non risulteranno mai sbiaditi dimenticati in un angolo del nostro vivere. Oggi per tutto quello che sono, anche nelle sconfitte lo devo a te. Questo dolore immenso mi ha reso più fragile di fronte ai mostri che ho visto, combattuto e ahimè dovuto convivere. Siamo belli e brutti allo stesso tempo. Trovare uno specchio non serve. Chi se ne frega di quello che pensa la gente. Nessuno mi hai dato quello che mi sono preso Solo, con le mie forze, ma senza mai abbandonare la speranza di ritrovarti. Ad aspettarmi. Con un sorriso, con il tuo introvabile ottimismo che mi ha fatto sognare e disperare.. ma ho pur sempre sognato Questo rimane oggi E questo custodirò sempre. Tra te e me oltre tutto. Senza di te non sarei questo Luca, ma sopratutto non sarei il padre dei miei figli. Il padre che avrei sempre voluto. Per me , x loro Per te, i miei figli per il bimbo che verrà tra poco che tu non vedrai ma da lassù vedrai e spero capirai. In silenzio. Come piaceva a te. Essere padre è stata la conquista più grande della mia vita. Ah quasi dimenticavo. Quest'anno finalmente il bologna sta spaccando dei c..I!! Grazie ❤️

"The song Monsters is really about the change of relationship with my father. You can hear that I'm singing it in a way that is as raw as I possibly can, you know, there's no auto-tune on this, and so, there's a real rawness and a naivety in the performance, that at times, I think my record label would have liked me to have smoothed over but I wanted it to be as honest as it could be." James Blunt

This honestly broke me. My Dad raised me on his own after my Mom and twin sister died in a car accident when I was 2, and I could not have asked for a better, kinder, wiser and more wonderful parent. He passed almost 11 years ago and I still miss him every day, but it is my sister's turn with him now. Thank you for this it is beautiful.

This song breaks my heart. These are the exact words which I felt for my dad when he was struggling with cancer. He passed away within few months of cancer . What is the hard part? Being a daughter behaving like a grown up and saying goodbye 😢. I miss him a lot. I always felt and want my Dad to know while he is sleeping. I’ll try to make him proud. I love u Paa ❤

Today my father passed away at 3:17a.m. He didn't tell me how he felt for many times, but today, he says things he had never said before. I LOVE YOU, DAD! I hope you are in a better place now.

I lost my Dad on 21st January 2020, his funeral was this Friday 7th Feb . He was 84 Years young. Fit and healthy but caught Pneumonia and went in just three days... When I was in hospital, as he was dying I remember listening to this song and it sums up exactly how it feels to lose your guiding light. It was my job to comfort him through to the end and I now know what a truly broken heart feels as he was my rock for nearly 50 years. Sleep Well DAD XX

Thanks to Iam Tongi, otherwise I wouldn’t have known about this beautiful song! Thank you James Blunt! Very powerful, emotional, just amazing! 👏👏👏🙏

You have the most uniquely, beautiful & emotive voices, I have ever heard, & you have this outstanding ability, to touch people's heart, which is an incredible gift........I am late to your party, but so glad I found you ❤ My Dad is 84, & I fear the end may be near, which brought me your amazing song Monsters ❤

last week i lost my father, i showed the hawaiian boy singing this song about a year a go. he loved it so much.... now hes gone i can only think of this song, we played it during his cremation, right after i did my speech. for some reason i couldnt cry and only smile. i mis him so so so much, it feels like he knew i was going to play that song for him so it just felt good. this will forever be our song....

"it's my turn to chase the monsters away" My dad had dementia and towards the end he was hallucinating, I hope I managed to chase his monsters away

My youngest son sent this to me tonight. I have been in tears for 15 minutes. Being a Father has been the greatest achievement of my life.

James Blunt wrote this amazing song..and I'm very thankful he did.. It's healing my broken heart.. Sadly...My parents both passed away a long time ago but STILL HURTS like it was only this morning. From reading other comments here, it's clear that MANY good people needed to hear this song. Not just for the lonely left behind...but the great RESPECT and LOVE..when those we love the most MUST take those last final steps alone..into their future. It's so endearing, so healing, for us ALL! I truly think that THIS SONG is one of the GREATEST SONGS EVER WRITTEN! And as wise as our good Daddys already knew... they were examples paving the way.. the path... for us to be brave too. Perhaps we all have been thru so much there's hardly words for it..but maybe we all need to cry a little to let go of the pain.. then get back to it again.. with a little lighter load... Thank you, James Blunt for writing this song and for caring for our hearts.. Truthfully, Nancy in Texas USA 🇺🇸 ♥️

My father and I have never really gotten along he’s made choices in the way he treated me growing up and still treats me today as his caregiver, that pushed me away emotionally as a child and causes me to keep my walls up now as an adult trying to do the right thing and help him as he gets older. This song put a lump in my throat for sure wish I could have that kind of comfort with my father.

James blunt is brave for showing such deep emotions. The most honest music video I have ever seen.

I'm sorry James, I couldn't make it all the way through your beautiful song - I lost my father last year and just couldn't endure the grief your song brought right back to me. I will listen again, but not today.

Damn! I lost my dad last November, just in my birthday, after a long and torturous disease, I've never listened this song until today and I can't stop crying. We are two grown men saying goodbye, dad. I miss you everyday so much.

Pang, maraming salamat sa lahat. Naiintindihan ko na lahat ngayon. Mahal kita. ❤

When my dad had a heart attack, I was overseas, and he was recovering in hospital. My brother called and said I needed to come back, so I asked him if I could speak to dad. My brother and I were typical boys who just grew up around dad, and probably took him for granted without thinking that the day would come that he may not be there any more. Dad said "Why are you coming to see me, it's such a long way, and expensive, and I am fine. Don't worry.", to which I said, and I am so glad I did, "No - you are my father, and I love you. I am coming over to see you." That was probably the first time since I was a young kid that I had said that to my dad... but in these moments, you realise how much he really means to you. I returned to Australia, stayed at my parents house, and visited dad every day for the next three weeks as he got weaker, and finally passed away... but my brother and I had both been able to tell him that we cared, and loved him. He was nearly 93. I couldn't stop the tears when I heard this song... thanks James.

You know, I held it together UNTIL they zoomed out and James's dad gently patted him on his arm. Like, damn, such a dad/parent move for him to still comfort his child despite him being the one who's sick. It's also beautiful to show that it's OK for men to cry and show emotions. It's powerful, not weak.

Dad passed in march. I played this song amongst all spiritual songs during his trials and tribulations. I played this one last time for him at his wake as I can’t by catholic law play at his funeral. It was beautiful and I cried so hard. I will forever listen to the song and replay it in my head as the song from my dad‘s wake and funeral. I miss him so much, and I feel lost in the short weeks that he has passed, but the song really gives me comfort because I know it hit every point For how he and I interacted and took care of each other throughout our lives. I miss him so much and if I could give him one more hug on his bony frame, let him know how much I love him on this earth I would. I’ve been lost these past few weeks as I don’t know what to do With my time because it was all devoted towards him. I condensed my job hours into a weekend of 40 hours so I could be there throughout the week to take care of him now all I do is ride my electric bike which I did throughout his convalescence, I drove through the heat. I drove through the mile temperatures, and I drove through the absolute freezing cold, but I did it all for him, and I promised him I would lose weight and getting in shape by commuting to his house from my house, which is about 30 miles. Now at this point I ride so I can have wind in my face and a moment of silence and remembrance I have to get away from my wife and my child to get that type of piece. I know that sounds awful but it’s true. Now I’m trying to, get dad‘s house in order which was my house growing up that makes me sad because eventually I’ll have to sell it and of course now I faced with changing his phone number or cancel it and I know this sounds weird, but that was like a legacy towards me as I knew that number since1982. Can’t just throw it away so I feel like I have to keep it going and I think I might change my cell phone number to that number if I’m allowed. Anyways, not to drag it on, but I feel lost. I’m sad. I miss my father. I wanna hug him and I wish that the last 2 1/2 years weren’t as brutal. Message to anyone reading this take care of your own. Be there for them prepare make sure that they’re taken care ofmoney invest in insurance policies and do what you have to do because you don’t want them dying in a strange place you want them dying and they’re most happiest place, which is most likely their home the place that they worked hard for my advice. I have a clear conscience, knowing that I had my mother and father die and their best place ever.

Oh dear Gods. Thank you. I said goodbye to my father last year (Cancer) and we had that last conversation before the medication for pain took over his ability to communicate. Okay, he'd been a jerk. But this was NOT the moment for that. All I wanted was to let him know it was okay now. At this moment; all I was concerned about was his comfort. Yes, I'm in therapy. NOW is time to go over all that stuff and clean out the attic, as it were. Yes, I cried...but sometimes in real life it's just necessary.

Loved the way he expresses the relationship between a son and his father..

I'm a 47 year old black man from Detroit and still in Detroit.. I've seen it all and been through it all. Drug dealing, drug smuggling, murder, attempted murder, jail, prison, over doses, scams, near death robberies. But this song is what brings me to tears everytime I listen to it.

My dad sent me this song as a recommendation saying it's the only song that has ever made him cry. He lost his dad when he was 7 so this is very special. Made me cry too.

I lost my Dad Christmas Eve. I wish I would have remembered this song to have had played at his funeral. I cry each time I hear it...

“I’m not your son, you’re not my father. We’re just two grown man saying goodbye”. Really hit, holy Jesus

"No need to forgive, no need to forget. I know your mistakes and you know mine" that really hit me like a truck. My father passed away this morning. He was still strong the night before and all happened so fast. I admit that we have an irreparable relationship because he was absent during our adolescence. He came back during the pandemic because he has no place to go but my mom welcomed him with open arms. That's why I have this rage because he has the nerves to come back after what he did to us. After he died, I didn't know what to feel. But this song made me realize that my old man deserves his peace. I know that he may not be perfect but I'm freeing my hatred is the least that I could do even though he's gone. So, cherish every moment of your days with your loved ones. Reconnect broken relationships. You don't know when's the last time you'll see them. "Let there be no darkness in your heart." Update: I am a father for almost a year now. I don't have much friends to hang out with because they have responsibilities too. There are times that I hit rock bottom, reflecting how good or bad of a father I am. I just wish I can talk to my dad, share my experiences. He doesn't need to answer my questions or give me advice. I just want someone that is there for me, will listen and relate to me. That can understand me even though words are not spoken. Now I understood the meaning of "you're lucky, your dad/mom is still alive". If you still have your dad with you, please don't experience what I experienced. Also, I know that my dad wants me to be strong, he wants me to be the best father I could be. I hope you could be too.

I lost my dad in January 2015 and this song just makes me cry everytime I hear it. Especially when I see him tearing up in this song. My dad had lung cancer and bone cancer. My dad's dad raised me and he also had lymphoma and liver cancer he passed away June 2012

My father passed away almost 14 years ago when I was at high school. Now, I’m a growing man but I still have no courage to say goodbye😢 This song is so touched. Thank you James for writing this beautiful song

I lost my Dad a couple days ago after his long, but too short battle with Alzheimer's. This song...... I sat with Dad as he drew his last breath, felt as his heart beat one last time. Oh, Mr. Blunt; this song. I have no words, Sir, but I'm typing this through sobs and tears.

"I'm not your son, and your not my father, we're just two grown men saying goodbye" what a great song 😥👏

Lost my father due to cancer he was 62 i miss you dad you went too soon i didnt realise i needed you this much and loved you this much

Came to check the comments and it made me cry even more.. this song makes grown men cry like babies..

"Fathering is not something perfect men do, but something that perfects the man."✨❤️🕊️

His dad is currently in hospital receving a kidney transplant , lets all think of him and his recovery

Possibly one of the best written songs of this generation.. bar none.. Thank you James

My Dad abandoned me and my mom for his mistress when I was only 2 years... Now I'm 21 till now I haven't met him in person. . When I was about 9 years and started understanding things, I used to hate him. I used to question why he had to do that??leaving me and mom in such a difficult situations. Even though he's still alive I felt this song really relates me... No matter how much I hate him this will never change the fact that he's my father but he'll never be my dad again... I wish him the best in life because at the end of the day everyone is fighting for their own battle.wherever he is I wish he stays healthy and be the best Dad for his other children😊

I never heard this until American idol.. This song is unbelievable 👍💯

My father died from prostate cancer complications on 03/16/2021. Due to the pandemic I will not be able to visit his funeral as I am miles away, 8,500+ miles away. The last time I saw him alive was in December 2019. Rest in Peace, Pa. See you on the other side. Please guide me. If your father is alive and you are reading this, promise me that you will hug him. If you can't hug him, at least call him and tell him you love him.

If you’re lucky enough to still have your father alive. Hug him now. Call him now. Say that you love him. Say that you care for him. Say thank you for all you’ve done and sacrificed. Say everything you wish you could. ….coz you might not have the chance later. To all the fathers out there. The unsung heroes.

Alot of people connecting with this song because of a father they have loved and lost. Here I am connecting from a whole different perspective, thinking about the father I never had. Amazing song ♥️

"Its my turn to chase monsters away." This hits me so hard.

I lost my dear father 4 months ago; Maybe because I'm Iranian, I couldn't understand the words well, but I felt this beautiful song! Appreciate your fathers before it's too late Sasan from Iran 

I really love how they are sitting so close to each other. James Blunt doesn't need any flashy or hyped music videos. He just sits there and sings with true emotions. A true singer.

I rarely tear up from songs but my goodness. Especially after seeing a Hawaiian boyo's heartfelt song for his daddy. Iam Tongi's audition, brought me here and hearing James' voice just cranked the water works, making me think how I can be a better son

This song already caused me to tear up. In the last 4 days I've gone from father admitted to hospital with pain to 4 months at best with no warning. Every time I think of this song i start weeping now