Randy Travis + John Anderson - Diggin up Bones | Metal / Rock Fans First Time Reaction with Firefly

[@easylivingwhatdoyouthink]

John Anderson - “Swinging” . Who remembers that song. And “Straight Tequila Night” - another great song by John.

[@quadmama22]

Love both of these. I would love for them to react to both if they haven't already.

[@beckywiegers3315]

Love both of those

[@jamesonyates2388]

The bones are metaphors for the relationship that just broke. She left him. "I went through the jewelry and found our wedding rings, I put mine on my finger, and I GAVE YOURS A FLING." "I'm resurrecting memories of our recent broken home/a love that's dead and gone."

[@brr9247]

Exactly

[@wandadavis2124]

John Anderson is an awesome singer himself... Randy looked very pleased that John was up there singing with him. He just let John take over. 😊❤

[@Melody-bourbonite4life]

This was originally Randy's song. This was just a special performance with the two of them. Great reaction to a great song

[@heatherbrenner8275]

This is the first time I've heard this version of this song and I like it. I've always liked John Anderson, he's the real deal and Randy Travis is obviously a legend

[@KenTrosper]

Another great song written or co-written by the wonderful Paul Overstreet. Other great songs he wrote are "Forever and Ever Amen" and "On The Other Hand" by Randy Travis, "Love Can Build a Bridge" by the Judds, "She Thinks My Tractor's Sexy" by Kenny Chesney, and "When You Say Nothing At All" by Keith Whitley.

[@tiffanyschrader1606]

After Randy’s stroke we are lucky he came back and can sing maybe not to his younger self, but close . And friends to help him.

[@ZoneXV]

This video was before the stroke, I wish he was able to sing to this level after the stroke. He can sing a line or two now but nothing like in this video, the stroke robbed everyone of his wonderful voice. Just glad he survived.

[@joegross5902]

Just watched the video, again enjoyed. You have videos going back 2 and 3 years and your comment that just starting to learn country music made me laugh. What have you been doing these last couple years. 😀 keep it up guys.

[@ErinMDalton]

It was great to see how much fun Randy was having.

[@spacehonky6315]

Nvr realized how similar Travis and Anderson sounded. I bet these men covering each others songs would be awesome. I saw Anderson at a county fair here in Missouri a million years ago. He was fantastic!

[@nicholaswhite1858]

Diggin up bones is actually Randy Travis's song

[@jeffdetmer4681]

This was written by brilliant songwriter Paul Overstreet and a couple of co-writers. There is a line that says our recent broken home, so yeah she left. Two of the great voices ever.

[@TexasMagnolia]

Yes, John Anderson’s collection is a must have.

[@Grimoirepageturner]

Good evening gentlemen, I've been a fan of yours for a few years now. Only tonight did I rediscover your channel and subscribe again. I have a request, a Duet with Mr. Travis Tritt, and Ms. Lari White, the song is Helping Me Get Over You. You won't be disappointed

[@MrPalval]

This song was written by Paul Overstreet, who wrote a lot of music for Randy Travis. He has his own recording career, check out 'My Father in Me' and 'Daddy's Come around to Mama's way of thinking ' Randy Travis check out 'Deeper than the Holler,' and 'I told you so.' John Anderson ' straight tequila night,' and ' just a swinging'

[@jackiepierce-eo1ss]

You guys really need to react to some Ricky Van Shelton. Any song. His voice was so powerful and unique. He quit country music WAY too early.

[@bobbiperkins1009]

Don't send me no angels! Yes please!

[@hayley_council]

Randy looked tickled pink that John was on stage with him. You should try the Bellamy Brothers with John Anderson, No Country for Old Men. Thanks guys.

[@MrNiccholas]

I'll have to look that up! I'm definitely a fan of both John Anderson and the Bellamy Brothers. I think my favorite Bellamy Brothers song is "Old Hippie". It just has such a vibe!

[@sheilaakridge4944]

Great reaction. John and Randy are both amazing singers. You should hear Randy singing “Promises”, with only a guitar accompaniment.

[@amberburris5674]

Nothing beats Randyl's voice

[@danielslover8669]

I agree on John’s voice and style. Always have. Same with Randy. I’m a big Jamey Johnson fan. When Chris Stapleton came out, I wanted to hear them together. Until I heard it. There is so much difference in their range and style. Still love em both.

[@lefty3141591]

This song was written by Paul Overstreet. I would suggest his song "Dig Another Well". The early Randy Travis songs had a classic feel while being new. 1982 is a great song of his that I don't believe you have reacted to. My favorite John Anderson song is Chunk of Coal.

[@The67galaxie500]

John Andersons “Mississippi moon” and “red Georgia clay” are a must to react to.

[@heatherbrenner8275]

One of my favorite songs by John Anderson is swinging

[@donnawilliams4148]

Love this reaction. Two of my favorites together and I've never seen this. Of course, as others have noted, this is Randy's song. You need to hear Randy's original recording as well. Very enjoyable, great choice.

[@dustyhead3126]

This is older Randy. I think after stroke and health issues. His original recording of this songs sounds more how John was singing on this video

[@armywife1641]

John has always been one of my favorites, voice like no other.

[@kristafrizzell]

this a Randy Travis song off one of his older albums, this performance was after Randy had had a stroke so his voice is not quite as strong. But still amazing

[@ArleneAdkinsZell]

Oh I like the idea of this as bluegrass. Good reaction yall.

[@scottgideon5637]

Guys great reaction. Randy wrote a and sang it on one of his albums. You should check out black sheep of the family by John. Have a great day

[@ambergerber5162]

Paul Overstreet wrote it I think.

[@rebecca_is_book-hooked]

Love that you did this version. I love them together.

[@missylks1239]

We’ve countrified them!

[@user-fj5sb1yb5f]

If you want to hear John Anderson more blue grassy.... "Song the Mountain Sings"... great song.. more recent so you hear a little age in his voice but great great song. Doubt it will ever be voted up so listen on your time and just enjoy.

[@ThatJunkman]

I heard this song in 1986 and never once thought it was about a died wife.

[@SheliaWatson-pz3iz]

I don’t know about y’all’s drink but this southern comfort is pretty good. Love y’all and keep safe

[@michaelshope5976]

Randy Travis was recovering from a Stroke and barely performing. You can tell her didn't have the voice or strength to do the whole song himself. But that being said John Anderson has always been one of my favorites

[@ZoneXV]

This was before the stroke, but he was also having issues with his health before the stroke back then. Some of it self induced unfortunately due to his alcoholism.

[@firefighting_yeti]

That was originally a Randy Travis's song. Not sure when this was filmed, but in 2013 Randy had a stroke, and it really effected his ability to sing.

[@milissajacobs6328]

put his ring on, flung hers. It's crying in your beer music. Randy recorded it in the 80s when he saved country music.

[@barbarahighlander8840]

After Randy's stroke, his voice lacked much of its former strength & timbre. There are a number of videos where friends are helping him out performing his songs.

[@tabathacarruthers5122]

I thought he had throat cancer?

[@lisamccartney7573]

​@@tabathacarruthers5122no he had a stroke while driving.

[@Nctracklife]

This performance was in Sept 2011, at his 25th anniversary of becoming a member of the Grand Ole Oprey. His stroke happened almost 2 years later, in July of 2013. Between 2010-2012 he was arrested multiple times for DUI’s & was involved in a car accident while driving while intoxicated, which caused a significant impact on his physical & singing abilities. He hasn’t been able to speak or sing more than a couple words since his stroke, which also left him paralyzed on his right side.

[@Nctracklife]

@@lisamccartney7573he suffered a stroke while hospitalized & undergoing treatment for viral cardiomyopathy. He was injured in a car accident couple years prior, that greatly affected his physical & vocal abilities, but his accident was due to DUI not having a stroke.

[@e.l.mcguire7464]

Thinking yall would really enjoy the song “Moonshine” sung by the country acapella group “Home Free”!!

[@beckywiegers3315]

If you do more Randy Travis, listen to “Whisper My Name.” I don’t think it got as much airplay as some of the others but, for my money, it’s one of the best things he put out.

[@jamesonyates2388]

Definitely a great one that I second.

[@raymond-y9u]

glad you enjoyed.

[@MrNiccholas]

Awesome song choice, Thank You!

[@parkermccollum-z8r]

John is clearly country music personified

[@ChrisB-xm3mg]

I don’t believe that she’s passed away. I caught a lyric early in the song that said something along the lines of our recently broken home. So I think she just left him.😊😊😊

[@SITHJELLO]

The phrase, digging up bones, is an old saying about digging up memories or family things that are thought to be best left alone.

[@bethreed2578]

The part about eating and the chicken is not part of the original recording. It's about a divorced couple, This was on Randy's Storms of Life Album. You should check out the original recording.

[@kristafrizzell]

y’all should check out the video of Barbra Mandrell pickin! she plays multiple string instruments in the show

[@kimcarson4799]

The Hole by Randy Travis is another one worth a listen. You guys haven't done any Diamond Rio yet either (at least I don't think you have). It's All in Your Head is a great one by them.

[@ThatJunkman]

Diggin up bones just means talking about the past.

[@kristafrizzell]

y’all need to hear Dolly’s cover of Seven Bridges Road!!! Eagles also did one, but Dollys is bluegrass sound.

[@douglasstrayer-ng5ql]

It was originally a Randy Travis song !

[@tylergriggs2151]

Y'all really need to listen to John Anderson's Straight Tequila Night!

[@pamhines1748]

Randy had a stroke & has been fighting his way back!

[@LarryMcMillan-j4r]

I have a vote for a OG John conlee his hit song rose colored glasses

[@nicholaswhite1858]

Please react to John Anderson When it comes to you. Youll love it!

[@amandaschlicht5502]

I have all Jhon Anderson great hit on cd. My favorite is by John Anderson is occasional eagle and you guys need to do it as a vote

[@kristafrizzell]

Kieth, I know you kinda like guitar solos😂, so from a guitar girl, if you have not looked it up you should check out vince gill, chris stapleton and kieth urban jammin together!! so cool❤! also after watchin y’all i tried woodford Res. for first time. I may just be a bourbon girl😊

[@CarolynAllen-fc2vs]

please react to Narvel Felts "Somebody Hold Me until She passes by.

[@karenc2192]

Great video!

[@ambermorris1537]

Y'all absolutely need to do Ludacris and Mary J Blige - Runaway Love

[@757optim]

Broken home....thrown ring....hints. ; )

[@margaretsimmons1598]

The song was originally done by Randy Travis and it’s about love gone wrong not about someone that died

[@countryboy2772]

Yall have to react to Ralph Stanley and John Anderson doing I only exist together if you want to hear him in bluegrass

[@beestonsteve]

You were talking about measuring whiskey by fingers, check out Billy Joe Shaver's Willy The Wandering Gypsy!

[@reneeholcomb9952]

I’ve got some good ole homemade Northeast Georgia Apple Pie Moonshine in my refrigerator right now.

[@raymond-y9u]

i have to say dustin looked a little like a kid in a candy store when you mentioned the artist, had to chuckle a little.

[@christopherdorris3768]

That song was randy Travis original song

[@wandadavis2124]

It's about a love that is no longer in other words a divorce or separation of some sort. But these are not the actual lyrics to the song I guess it was just a special performance and they made up extra verses. The song is actually Randy Travis's You need to listen to the original. Randy Travis has a bunch of awesome songs, forever and ever amen Three wooden crosses... His whole 8x10 album was awesome. ❤

[@LarryNtx]

Sitting in our broken home.

[@CarolynAllen-fc2vs]

Somebody Hold Me Until She passes By . Narvel Felts

[@easylivingwhatdoyouthink]

They got divorced but he still digging up those memories from that marriage.

[@sarahthomas9153]

I try to watch all your videos, I just came across an oldie from John Andersen called OLD ARMY HAT.

[@beappleby]

I would definitely look for an older recording of Randy singing this, before his stroke. Some other classics by these two: John Anderson - Money in the bank, Straight Tequila Night, I fell in the water Randy Travis - Is it still over, Deeper than the holler, If I didn't have you, I told you so

[@amandareeves7797]

The funny part about the chicken wasn’t a part of the real song. 😂

[@tinakeith5822]

I noticed that too! I was like I don’t know that verse!!

[@greggoodman3520]

@@tinakeith5822 I thought "what is THIS verse???" lol

[@tinakeith5822]

@@greggoodman3520 me too! 😁

[@whiskeywill88]

from AUS would love to hear UP THERE HOPOATE by BUDDY GOODE

[@codyclaeys2008]

No amount of AI can make Randy Travis sing the way he once did 😢

[@MrNiccholas]

I know I've heard this song multiple times, but I'd never stopped and listened to the lyrics. Regardless if she left him or she died, it tells a sad story. I didn't realize how similar Randy and John's voices were. If I hadn't been watching I would definitely have missed a few handoffs! I do agree though that John sounded better than Randy, at least in this recording.

[@raymond-y9u]

so just being nosy but how many times have you gone back and listened to it again?

[@TravisRenegade]

I suggest Head Case - Cody Jinks.

[@wandadavis2124]

Randy had a stroke so after that he wasn't as strong of a singer. He also did some acting, he was in the movie Black dog with Patrick Swayze... Several movies actually.

[@tomhughes4667]

I think it was the arrangement that made it a "John" song.

[@bloodnsteel26]

I wanna see y'all try Leadslingers Burbon and as for a song pick something patriotic

[@MrAWL94]

give him a break that mason jar didn't come with a pour spout in it lol.

[@timothyblair5408]

Yall need to check out zach top immediately!! Hes digging up traditional country music and bringing it back to save everyone from this new era bs

[@AnnieM1971]

Its about a broken relationship.

[@vickybrackin7483]

RECENT broken home...

[@jvreeland6180]

Randy was the one who recorded the song. John might have sounded better because Randy MAY have been hitting the sauce. That might be why his performance wasn't as good. I've never heard stories of him being drunk on stage, but there have been stories of him off stage over indulging.

[@andrewdepue5406]

Check out Jimmy Dean big bad john

[@raymond-y9u]

Hey keith sorry for the trauma keith, hope it did not linger. But i think you underestimate the many uses behind a mason jar.

[@sandralorenz1796]

It isn't easy working 'exhuming' into a song. "Bones" are his memories. You look so confused.

[@StevenCryar]

I want to bribe you guys and set up a pickup at your local store. I just need to know how to contact you so i can get the link to the video to you