Bonfire 1999 Tribute - Texas Longhorn Band

[@adam8881]

I was a part of that band playing trumpet on the field that day. It was amazing.

[@marisa9968]

Thank you! From a proud Fighting Texas Aggie! I still get tears and it has been 20 years now!

[@Saxysaboy77]

I was on that field too playing saxophone.

[@charliedavis152]

Class of 99 I want to thank you were might be rivals but we're family we look out for each other

[@LauraLeming61]

Thank you and from this Aggie, Hook em!

[@GigEmBQ92]

I'm an Aggie - BQ '92. This was a classy move and it's hard to watch without shedding a tear. Thanks to you and your mates for doing this.

[@stephenhuzar3645]

Even years later I get chills by this. Proud Aggie, but that day we were briefly united with our fellow Texans. God bless the Longhorn Band for what they did that day.

[@Agben35]

I'm an Aggie through and through, but that was the classiest thing I've ever seen at a football event. Thank you Longhorns.

[@charliedavis152]

I argee

[@brandonmaddox4862]

My mom was an Aggie, I looked over at her while we were watching this and she had tears in her eyes

[@matttackel997]

This was the one and only A&M v Texas game I was ever able to attend and the memory is still as fresh as the day it happened. I grew up to dislike "t.u." but after that day I have had the deepest respect for them.

[@philiprhodes3976]

Yes the aggies and it had there rivalry.but everyone got along in the end

[@rueolsondwyer9430]

I agree, this is a huge rivalry! But it’s the BEST rivalry because we respect each other. No haters! Just a genuine love for the sport and all the years playing it…TOGETHER ❤🤘🏻👍🏻

[@douglasstarr5298]

And don't forget, the first visitor to the A&M campus that morning was the UT Student Body President and some of his aides.

[@laurenlanier4431]

I still bawl like a baby. I was sitting with an Aggie football recruit a few rows back on the 50 yard line. One of the trombone players looked me straight in the eye as he walked off of the field and said "I'm so sorry." I grew up an Aggie, but at a time of so much pain the Longhorns were our brothers. I still thank them today for how wonderfully they supported us through Bonfire 1999. We remember. Class of '02.

[@matttackel997]

I grew up in an Aggie house. We wouldn't even drive through Austin to get down south, that's how deep it ran. However, on that day, a respect and love grew just a bit in my heart for UT.

[@jaydavis9005]

Lifelong Longhorn fan. Proudest moment I've ever had as a fan of the 'Horns. At the end of the day, we're all Texans, and we band together. God bless.

[@TheKokernow]

I graduated from both schools and so love them both. Anyhow, I love your post. It's exactly Texas!

[@howardbaxter2514]

Just like any good rivalry, it should only get heated with sports, and the schools should respect and cooperate with one another when it comes to academics and student well being. I applaud y’all for the true class that Texas had shown Aggies on that day.

[@STOCKHOLM07]

I might dog on t.u. but I respect class when I see it. Cheers.

[@HouseOfZay]

At the end of the day we're all still Texas. God bless Texas.

[@taradenham3637]

Proud Aggie house here but I give UT credit for such a classy move. That was really touching.

[@1092patriots]

And I give A&M credit for their condolences on our beloved Bevo today :)

[@bigblockchevy409]

There will never be another rivalry with as much history and respect as these two teams. Proud to be from the great state of Texas.

[@bradmetcalf5333]

Every single Texan was proud this day. God bless Texas

[@sfc334]

as were so many outside your majestic state.

[@SouthernWolfman]

Class of '79 here....this was a moving tribute 15+ years ago, and it still brings tears to my eyes. What a wonderful moment when everyone came together, not as Aggies or Longhorns, but as Texans.

[@leeknudsen7349]

That my friends is the definition of class.

[@JoeSlay61]

Best thing ever. Cried when I saw it in '99. Again now.

[@jimspears5423]

And every time.

[@mattjstead]

I am a proud Aggie class of '11, my wife class of '10. No matter how many times I see this video, I get teary eyed and chills run all over me. This was a day Orange and Maroon truly came together. It wasn't about rivalry, it was about human beings in pain that was being felt. This would have been one of those days I would Gig 'Em on one hand and Hook 'Em on another. God Bless those 12 we lost. This is what true spirit is all about. Gig 'Em

[@jayeblife1323]

me too Matt #UT99

[@jimspears5423]

Amen, brother.

[@badencurns2719]

👍🤘

[@Colincarpenter2]

I was an Australian on exchange abroad there, I arrived in September 1999 and was injured that night, this November I will be heading back for the 20 year memorial, I was only an Aggie for several weeks and had to go back to Australia injured ..but alive God bless the 12 indeed.

[@alyssascoggins2388]

We have a special relationship with UT. We love to hate each other and from the bottom of my heart I'll never hate anyone more than I hate a Longhorn:) Jokes aside, this was touching and just shows how classy the University of Texas is. Gig em ags and hook em horns.

[@VanHalenDrummer]

As a Texas fan, this will never cease to bring a tear to my eye.

[@gtrevino50]

I'm just randomly watching this and I am in tears.

[@amazingsloth1465]

Currently a student at TAMU. My brother graduated from UT so it’s really a house divided. But at the end of the day we are all Texans and still love and respect each other. God bless Texas!

[@txwilliamsonfamily]

One of my most memorable moments at Kyle Field. Well done, Horns.

[@TravelinAg1324]

Someone's cuttin' onions in here.

[@jieprelampago]

Ray Beken they're still cutting em'...

[@danem.9402]

J.D.Esco they continue to cut them...

[@ropac9145]

Damn I didn’t even go to UT or A&M and man that got me...

[@charliedavis152]

They cutting them on 2020

[@shelleysmith4289]

17 years later.... Gig'em Longhorns!

[@RH-nh7ci]

I am a die hard A&M fan 24/7 however this was a great act of Texas. They may be that school I hate but It definitely earned some respect for the school

[@picatsoforfma]

Thanks. I was actually at that game. I was 8 at the time. My dad graduated from UT and we wore maroon ribbons to the game. I'm actually hoping to go to a&m because I'm hoping to become a vet.

[@dockins]

This still gives me chills when I see it. A very nice tribute from our in state rival. God bless Texas and the Aggies.

[@sallie46]

We cried with you. God bless the memories of those lost....

[@briancreech7152]

Aggie here...still feel strongly about this gesture. Classy move. Thank you, Texas.

[@spaik113]

I can't believe it's been 10 years. I was tearing up while watching/listening to this. So powerful. Thank you, Texas. Rivals till the end, but the respect for each other with always be beyond a rivalry. Thanks and gig 'em. c/o 2011

[@Paigenmarc]

RIP Bevo. When I think of the University of Texas, this is what I think of most often. God bless y'all. ----Paige Fontaine, TAMU Class of 1989.

[@trottina4602]

As a long time fan of A&M Football, I naturally despise the Texas Longhorns, but at the end of the day, it's just a football game. What the Longhorn Band, and Longhorn Nation in general did during this game showed nothing but class, and it hasn't been forgotten. Hook 'em Horns and Gig 'Em Aggies.

[@aggieforever68]

To the Texas Longhorns Band. THANK YOU for that 1999 half-time performance. Aggie 1968

[@teresahamiltonkoch]

I still remember this like it was yesterday - I cried for a week when Bonfire fell, and I thought for sure that I was all cried out, and then the kids of the UT band made me cry all over again with this moving tribute to those we lost. A classy, classy act, and one that will always be remembered and appreciated. We may be rivals on the field, but we are always there for each other when it counts. Thanks for posting this -

[@TheHighRoller473]

As an Aggie fan, it's obvious that the Longhorns are my most hated rival, but it's good to see the Longhorns paying tribute to the fallen 12. You 12 will live in our hearts forever. Rest in peace... And I can't believe I'm saying this, but thank you for this great act of compassion, Texas. Thank you.

[@iwalkathinline]

Wow... it's hard to form thoughts right now. What a perfect way to show the real spirit of being a Texan. Classy, respectful, and reverent. I stumbled on this because I'm considering A&M Law School here in Ft. Worth - really glad I found it. God Bless the fallen 12, Aggieland, Longhorn Nation, Texas, and the USA.

[@Nacho-Mamma]

What a beautiful tribute. And, I have heard many different renditions of "Amazing Grace" throughout my 60 years, but this is hands down the most beautiful & moving version I have ever heard in my life.

[@harmanolson9355]

Beautiful... The longhorns, the Aggies, all Texans, for all of Texas, and very proud of its grace.

[@scottcarter5787]

Pure Class Longhorns. Pure Class. Gig 'Em Aggies!!!

[@samzydeco]

I was on the field for the game and was amazed at the compassion demonstrated by the half time performance of the Texas Band. Makes you realize that we love beating each other in sports but this was life and death and the Texas Band rose above the simple sports rivalry to show respect. In the end we are all Americans

[@polozine]

Today marks the 14 anniversary of that Bonfire night in 1999. I am proud to say that I am the first in my family to attend college and become an Aggie that has felt the presence of the 12th Man whether it be the student body, the traditions, and most importantly these 12 students who's lives were taken too soon. We will never forget with "a spirit that can 'neer be told"...

[@CCat52]

I watched this live. I still get emotional every time I view it. "Tone perfect" is defined by this tribute.

[@momgose]

I think both schools grew up this day and learned what is important and what is not. God Bless us all.

[@dickbutterworth4362]

I still remember this and it is the most touching thing I have ever seen between two rivals. I was at this game and this grown man was crying his eyes out at this touching scene.

[@W11OOP]

I can't wait for the return of THE rivalry game of Texas!

[@Richard-vq7ud]

Sam Willis why did they stop the aggie longhorn game? When will it come back?

[@ainsleyrose7341]

Richard Texas A&M joined the SEC while TU stayed in the Big 12

[@hardcorehighlights5827]

Richard the aggies left to the SEC because the big 12 treated them like garbage

[@marisa9968]

As a proud Texas Aggie this still brings tears to my eyes 20 years later! We will never forget!

[@dwcass1963]

GiG'eM longhorn band. Was at that game and it was hard to speak or do anything at half-time during this. Thanks LHB, it meant alot to all AGGIES and we wont forget you for it.

[@mrbrandman4380]

It doesnt matter if youre an Aggie, Longhorn, or a fan of any of the other schools in TX.....we all live under and fly the same Lone Star and rally together in times of need. Huge props and respect to UT band for this

[@yellow_airman]

This is such a classy rivalry. Each team hates each other, but only with the utmost respect. Very moving to watch.

[@lspelker8048]

I cry every time I see this video. Thank you Longhorns! Aggie Class of '91

[@XXLSexy2k7]

10 years. We remember. Thanks Longhorns.

[@mkcmg]

One of many reasons why I respect Texas. The way they handled this changed my view of them forever. Gig'em Aggies

[@spetzzx]

I get teary-eyed every time I watch this. Signed, a Tech fan

[@ThaneSPKM]

IT was a truly sad time in College Station that week. I remember no one could think about anything else. Gotta thank T.U. for a true showing friendship over rivalry. Gig'em

[@zhangzhang9]

This still brings tears to my eyes...

[@aggydaddy1]

I will gladly take my hat off any time I am fortunate enough to see the Texas Longhorn band. They have proven that they have class and pride--AGGYDADDY.

[@mikemorgan3861]

i remember this and it was absolute #1 class act. ....thanks horns...🖒

[@pnlson5629]

I can watch this 2 million times... And, each of the 2 million times, this makes me tear up.

[@tbdtexas]

I was there that day and it was as it should have been. No matter whether you say "if you can't hook...gig em" or you say "if you can't gig em then hook em"..there's not a great a dived between those two school as some purport there it. Both great University's and both in Texas. It don't get any better than that. Classy video.

[@sorrycharlie08]

I got the chills.

[@Agben35]

As an Aggie, I'll never forget that couple of weeks and the classiness of the Longhorn Band during halftime. I know there is an intense rivalry and extreme dislike. But, I'll forever be grateful for the gesture and the support from the Longhorns at that moment, pure class..........now back to the fued!!!

[@jamesgoss08]

It has been 11 years, and watching this brings tears to my eyes. I was 9 years old when bonfire collapsed and I remember it very well. This is the classiest rivalry in all of college football in my opinion. -Fightin' Texas Aggie Class of '12

[@sbh_tx]

21 years to the day. Here.

[@ryanrogers8359]

ITS REALLY GREAT HOW THE LONGHORN BAND SHOWS THEIR SUPPORT FOR A SADNESS TRAGEDY OF ANOTHER TEAM

[@dwcass1963]

GiG'eM longhorn band. Was at that game and it was hard to speak or do anything at half-time during this. Thanks LHB, it meant alot to the AGGIES>

[@abstractart6]

I’m in tears reading the comments. I’m a Javelina from Texas A&I (TAMUK) and this hit us hard as a satellite of the main school. I remember we had a vigil at The Call of the Wild Hog statue on campus the day the tragedy struck. God Bless Texas

[@DottyGale8]

Pure class. This was beautiful.

[@liamnigenda2849]

I just recently learned about the bonfire incident. Somebody posted a link to this video, and I’m glad I clicked it. I got chills and tears in my eyes. Seeing these two schools putting away their rivalry to honor the 12 who lost their lives is beautiful.

[@frank5.3]

Go away Reddit

[@chrmorri]

The day Bonfire fell is the day I stopped hating UT. The care and camaraderie they showed that day and the weeks to follow were second to none. There is no greater respect for universities than Texas and A&M (though we are rivals). We will never forget. Hook 'Em and Gig 'Em

[@Matt_spalding82]

that is so amazing that the biggest rivals in the biggest sport still have the love and respect for each other to dedicate their halftime preformance to the other school, and for the other school to stand and support them while doing so. That could only happen in a place like texas nowhere else has the ability to respect one another like that. I wish the rest of the country would do that, it would be a much better place to live.

[@adamdavies5774]

Such a perfect example of immediately laying down rivalry in favor of respect. I am one of those weird Texans who grew up as a UT fan but me and my wife got 3 degrees from A&M (class of '01, '11, and 17). This is one of those moments that is similar to fighting with your brothers - you don't like each other until someone rails on them, then you are the first to stand up for them. Both schools have such a storied and unique history. I don't for a second believe that either school would wish ill on the other. I can only hope for the day that this Texas spirit is shared worldwide.

[@dallascowboytouchdown4319]

This moves me to the brink of tears, it’s hard not to cry watching this

[@DottyGale8]

Oh my goodness. This was beautiful. What a touching tribute. This Baylor girl (Sic 'em!) wishes both UT and A&M all the best in your respective futures. I'm sorry the tradition's at its end. You are both worthy competitors.

[@tbnowcoxnet]

Just watched for the first time, after reading Mack Brown's comments before the 2021 Orange Bowl. What an amazing tribute by the Longhorn band. And, a great response by the crowd.

[@raiderred1992]

Beautiful and classy tribute. Us Red Raiders don't often have nice words for our buddies down in Austin and College Station, but I think on this day we all had respect for these two universities.

[@slpater1]

Just, beautifully done. Wow

[@neowart6810]

Howdy, I am a proud Texas Aggie class of '09 and I am now attending law school at OCU. I am very touched by this video and wish to send a thanks to UT for their respect and sympathy. Up here in Oklahoma, people don't understand that the rivalry between A&M and UT is for the most part friendly. I have been to the "Lonestar Showdown" at both A&M and UT, where the atmosphere has been very welcoming for both schools. Once again, thank you UT :)

[@mrhappy0004]

R.I.P "Bonfire 12" I remember when it collapsed and we will ALWAYS remember the ones we lost. Seeing pictures and videos of the rememberance ceremony at 2:42 a.m brings tears to my eyes and pride in the fact that I am too a Fighting Texas Aggie! WHOOP! GOD BLESS TEXAS! Longhorns or Aggies alike. Good Bull!

[@winginater]

Bring this damn game back

[@markcooper4823]

This was such a beautiful, classy tribute by the Longhorn Band! May God bless those who mourn the 12 fallen Texas A&M students. Gig ‘Em Aggies and Hook ‘Em Horns!!!!

[@stevenmildred55]

I love these marching bands, what a great tribute.

[@Chase0370]

Still gives me goosebumps. I am diehard A&M fan but that was extremely classy and beautiful.

[@Robinroxaustin]

I remember this. What a year. I'm proud to be a Longhorn fan and proud to have so many great Aggie friends and neighbors. And okay, just for fun... it's 7:45 a.m. and OU still sucks! :-) Hope the Big 12 has a great football season this fall. Gig 'em... and Hook' em!

[@ChrisWueste]

As an Aggie thru and thru, I can honestly say without question that this is one of the kindest gestures imaginable. There is such a history between these schools. Longhorn nation was incredible in the aftermath of the collapse. It is a shame that we have come to a point where the two schools may not meet again. For God's sake I hope that isn't the case. Gig'em, and God bless.

[@marvinbishop4]

Very classy, not to mention well done. Thanks, Texas - this Aggie appreciates this gesture. Great, great band.

[@lrboyd2o11]

Ags and the Horns fight hard, but in the end we're from the same cloth. Respect is earned and both universities have earned it from each other ten fold. Thanks and Gig em.

[@JakeGuy04]

That was very respectful of UT. Despite Texas A&M being the arch rivals of UT, they are able to show that they are there for em. Hats off to them.

[@timcobb9391]

The purpose of bonfire is to show the burning desire to beat the hell out of ut

[@aggieband16]

whoop! absolutely beautiful

[@chelsearitchie4285]

From a long line of Aggies, but words can not express the family we felt that day. This will always give me chills. No matter the rivalry, UT will always have my respect. Thanks and gig em.

[@pcojedi]

outstanding,

[@aggydaddy1]

AGGYDADDY- An outstanding demonstration of real class. I am proud to be a Texan. Howdy and out...

[@marshalreinhart7704]

I was floored by it and I didn't see a dry eye around me, beautiful!!!! Maybe my proudest moment at A&M as Mom had just died 3 mos before. The Silent T was surreal, not even a baby cry!

[@vince065us]

God bless Texas.

[@ThanksPresBush]

One of the most classy tributes of one team for another magnified by a century long rivalry. My Longhorn Band of the Univ of Texas plays the Amazing Grace hymn halftime in the stadium of the Texas A&M Aggies the week after 12 Aggies were killed in a tragic bonfire pep rally accident. Both teams hold the highest respect for the other, and carry that on the field in a moment of solidarity, faith, and love. The two schools flags flying together was incredibly emotional, especially when the UT flags withdraw, leaving the A&M flags flying proudly in memorial.

[@hawk3116]

Ut I root against you every game you play but I will always love and respect you for this half time.

[@moose2021]

I'm a die-hard Aggie fan, but I've got to say that it was really classy for UT to do this. I can't believe it's been almost 10 years! Gig 'Em Aggies...and Longhorns, you're a pretty good bunch after all. :)

[@raiderred1992]

I'm a Red Raider, but in Novemeber of 99 we were allkAggies for awhile. While I love a little jabbing here and there, I have the utmost respect for my fellow Texans...despite our battles on the football field, we're one big, dysfunctional, yet loving family at the end of the day -Cameron, Texas Tech Red Raider Class of 2014.

[@bammybound]

I'm an Alabama fan and the Iron Bowl vs Auburn is really passionate just like A&M and Texas....with all rivalries no matter how hated or how much trash talk there is, respect always comes out of rivalries and this is a class act.

[@HongKongBlondie]

Thank you. That was wonderful. It gave me goosebumps and teary eyed. - Aggie Mom 2001

[@TheSww12]

Im an aggie and i respect UT i have been told stories of how UT students where showing up in college station four hours after the logs fell to help with the rescue efforts..which means they left the moment they found out about it..that is classy..on the other hand tech was making fun of aggies saying that they dont even khow to make a fire correctly..thats worthless

[@LadyWindjammer]

This makes me tear up every time. Thank you, Longhorns! God Bless

[@Tengoko]

@aggiechic13 I went to Texas Tech University. We may love football, but we also know when the line between rivalry and human decency must be drawn. We all mourned for those who died. I know that every time I watch footage of the bonfire I am brought to tears. So, maybe I can speak for all of the Red Raiders, but this Red Raider's heart goes out to the Aggies.

[@cadetsumthin]

Two people are OU fans....this is awesome