Chris Housman - Guilty As Sin (Official Music Video)

Check out the official music video of Chris Housman's "Guilty As Sin"
"The idea for this song was inspired by the one and only time I truly tried to "pray the gay away". It took a long time to get there, but this song is about my journey to accepting that there is absolutely nothing wrong with loving someone else."
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LYRICS
Tried to fight it
To deny it
But every single night it’s the same desire, same damn fire
Smoked a little
Tried to pray
Knew it was you the moment I felt this, baby I’m helpless
I can only resist for so long
I gave it my best
But this halo don’t fit
If I had to spend forever in heaven without you might as well be in hell
My verdict is in
Cause baby if loving you is wrong
Then I’m guilty as sin
I’m done pretending
Cut the tension
Ain’t no use in us acting like, this ain’t right
I need your body
Heavy on me
I’m always falling back to your gravity, it’s pulling me
And I can only resist for so long
I gave it my best
But this halo don’t fit
If I had to spend forever in heaven without you might as well be in hell
My verdict is in
Cause baby if loving you is wrong
Then I’m guilty as sin
I can only resist for so long
I found holy right here in your arms
I gave it my best
But this halo don’t fit
If I had to spend forever in heaven without you might as well be in hell
My verdict is in
Cause baby if loving you is wrong
Then I’m guilty as sin
Yeah I’m guilty as sin
Guilty as sin
#ChrisHousman #GuiltyAsSin #Blueneck

[@kmarklandes8630]

I grew up gay in a rural small town in Colorado during the 70s and 80s listening to country music. It is impossible for me to imagine what my life would have been like, if I had the chance to hear a song and see a video like this growing up. Thank you Mr. Housman. Keep up the great work!

[@chrishousmanmusic]

This just made me cry a little. 🥲 Same here but in Kansas and the 90s and 00s, so I can’t even imagine what you went through. I definitely wanted this to be the song/video I wish heard/saw when I was growing up. Thanks so much for sharing this. 💙

[@egalitarian-rex]

@@chrishousmanmusicFantastic voice, song, and video! Wish I could’ve heard the reaction from the crowd the first time this got played at the Round-Up Saloon in Dallas. I bet they raised the freaking roof! Yeehaw!

[@bayouboy8744]

❤ I grew up in the Deep South in a very little town in a military family. I wish I could have seen a video like this when I was 13 so I wouldn't think I was the only person in the world that was gay. Good job my friend

[@thorstenberninger]

Beautiful song and video ❤

[@FirstLast-dy4gt]

@@chrishousmanmusicvery sweet of you… great song too

[@randyzulf998]

As a gay country boy i'm glad that more gay country is being made these days. Thanks for making it

[@johnakau1864]

I’m so happy for you

[@kayet.426]

Not to take away from this artist, but Steve Grand is also an openly gay country singer!

[@JayWalker-tk2pr]

I came out privately at 24, publicly at 30, met my life partner at 36, marred at 50, and now at 60 we have been together 25 years. I never thought I'd see the end of DADT, the legitimization of gay marriage, or see positive gay images like this one.

[@chrishousmanmusic]

Wow 🥹🤯 I know right? Thanks for sharing and congrats to you two

[@fabiandsouza8937]

Wow. ❤

[@Wuulfie]

THIS. Came out at 41 with country roots, gunsmith NRA president father... And I was deemed... Guilty as Sin. Now... At 50..my husband and I live what life should feel like. Loved

[@OhhState]

🫶 from this queer oklahoma girl

[@martylovellmusic.]

NRA is the worst

[@DAVJULART]

Better late than never mate😀

[@dianewalters4851]

because you are.

[@Wuulfie]

@@dianewalters4851 troll troll troll your boat down that self righteous stream. You seem more fixated on homosexuality than most homosexuals I know... I wonder if your god forgives someone so judgemental and pious?

[@wispyocean]

Huh. Just discovered that I like country music

[@chrishousmanmusic]

Yesssss

[@TrentWalker]

lol, Yes! I can totally see why!

[@DefinitelyNotAFerret]

This was me a few years ago until I first heard of Kane Brown 😭 lord his voice does something to me

[@iamsuperfritz]

Yeah I feel like maybe I never felt represented and somewhat marginalized by the country genre. I connected with this one. Also it was sexy ❤

[@Gkiss3955]

Not all country music is equal. It's just that gays and women do country better than straight men

[@Rayoflight1975]

Holy hell! I never thought I’d live to see the day when a gay country artist so boldly & courageously burst onto the scene. Thank you, Chris. I’m in tears or joy. Thank you!

[@jodieblake7398]

Me either I love it!!

[@pernchen8847]

You should check out Orville Peck too! Fantastic voice

[@chrishousmanmusic]

Hey thank YOU for this. To be honest, I wasn't sure it'd happen either - even though I grew up doing music and as country as it gets. Thank you

[@nespressoman]

@@chrishousmanmusic I am am so proud of you. This helps others so much and your videos are amazing. x

[@Aroundthefire77]

Never heard of Orville Peck?

[@bgmoon8930]

My hope is that there will be a day that this song doesn’t need to be praised for showing the love of two men, but praised for just showing love between two people and sounding good. At the risk of sounding like a fortune cookie here. The world needs more love and less hate.

[@leauxunique]

THISSSS I WAS LOOKING FOR THIS COMMENT 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🎯

[@joseadiaz4757]

❤😂I love this very much there's a lot of meaning to thissong

[@westminster860]

Being an old timer, Im so envious and proud of this generation. ❤

[@DavidLS1]

You and I were there at the beginning. We should be proud, too.

[@jacklong7048]

Some of it, but when some are more concerned about pronouns than anything else. You have to scratch head. What happened to just having a first name and using it?

[@DavidLS1]

@@jacklong7048 First names are great, but we use pronouns all the time. For example, I wouldn't say, "Jacklong stopped by and then Jacklong started kissing me and then Jacklong took off Jacklong's clothes and Jacklong got into bed and Jacklong started..." Well, you get the idea. It's only common courtesy to use the right pronouns.

[@anantsaini]

Don't worry you will definitely come here as a baby in next life. Ultimately the karma created because of the efforts of your generation in creating this better world needs to give you results so you will definitely come back to reap the rewards.

[@michaelkingsbury4305]

Me too. Started playing with guys at 19, college English Department men's room. So naive I didn't know it was gay. Heard about AIDS about that time, and you know the rest of the story.

[@FlyLikeDove]

I'm a straight woman, wondering why KZbin recommended this so had to click, and here is this absolutely beautiful song and story. The comments have my heart. Love to all of you who found connection here. I'm hitting subscribe and can't wait to hear more of this man's music!

[@chrishousmanmusic]

Omg - well I’m so glad you stuck around to find out! The algorithm seems to be finding wonderful positive souls regardless of gender or sexuality. 🫶🙏❤️

[@FlyLikeDove]

@@chrishousmanmusic yes indeed!! ❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥 you are so talented!!

[@maggiedk]

I think maybe it got picked up by the algorithm because Taylor Swift just came out with a song of the same name? Either way, happy to be here!

[@FlyLikeDove]

@@maggiedk I'm Gen-X so not really Taylor demo either, but I do appreciate her work. Either way I'm glad this came across my feed. He's got such a beautiful voice!

[@FD1111Ministries]

I had to click too; although I love country 🎵 but it was meant to be

[@bIakeplayzz]

Im so glad there is country music that I can relate to now 🥹

[@dominicflorio5708]

I never thought I would see the day that our love, our desires, our humanity, would be openly displayed in entertainment. Now, all we have to do is fight to keep it.

[@chrishousmanmusic]

Yes! And we gotta make it undeniable!

[@MikeChevalier-cn4ds]

​@@chrishousmanmusic❤good job

[@MikeChevalier-cn4ds]

Sexy

[@amandaalbert3182]

Thank you so much for sharing your art with all of us! I love this song. It's so romantic!

[@MikeChevalier-cn4ds]

We need more people like this!🙂👍👍

[@daveholt2157]

Chris as a 62 year old gay man, who has seen his share of terrible things way back in the day and one who had to fight just to be here I thank you. My partner and I have been together now for 37 years, we both smiled so big when we saw this video because again we realized what an amazing long way we have had to come just to be a human being on this planet. Thank you for continuing to just pave a path of happiness for people, never realize your cup as full continue to want more. Amazing job Sir

[@chrishousmanmusic]

Gahhh thank you SO much! You're absolutely right and I definitely won't stop wanting more, for my community and especially others less privileged than myself. Sending all the best to you and your husband! ❤️

[@michaelkingsbury4305]

Blessings to you both. 61, 2 relationships both short. AIDS. I'm still kicking, but I pray there will be a third time lucky. Doubt it. Young people are so lucky. They don't know the prejudice and hate we faced and they don't have to deal with a plague that kept a lot of us alone far too long. When I came out at 30 I lost every straight friend I had, and most of my family stopped talking to me. They will never have to care for and bury most of their friends while they are still young. Look how far we have come!

[@daveholt2157]

@@michaelkingsbury4305 I truly get it, I too watched so many people pass on from AIDs, it helped our community in a very weird way, it made us neighbors, it made us fill with compassion, it made us cautious, it made us learn, it united us! This terrible disease is now not a death sentence. Now united we thrive… I hope a third is in your life you never know could be around the next corner… best wishes to you

[@peachesandpoets]

I'm so happy you made it😊

[@Nikodymus]

An original sound, no gimmicky tricks, no heavy reliance on thirst traps, no explicit lyrics…it’s beautiful. Thanks for making this :’)

[@chrishousmanmusic]

Thank you!

[@vanblairs4322]

I'm a straight middle-aged mama, and this song is so romantic it made me cry. I love this!! It's so beautiful ♥♥♥

[@fabolvaskarika7940]

Another middle aged mama… not so straight 🤩 but yeah, it’s romantic and hot. Lovin’ it!

[@DeaneAustin]

I'm so proud of the strides we're making as an LGBTQ + community! The song and the video are AMAZING! I got goosebumps every time I play it. 👍🏾

[@whitecrow1949]

I'm an old, bisexual man. I grew up in the 1950s-60s. Our music was both rock and country. I love this.

[@josepha.r5839]

I'm an old gay man who also grew up in the 50s-60s and was blown over by this video. At first I thought it was some kind of 'joke' that he was really talking about the old car but it got better. Just glad that I got to see some good old boys loving each other in the 'out' before I pass on.

[@alanday5255]

People who ain't from the South do not understand the POWER of another man lets you take off his hat, in public, and you then put it on actually means..... I am SOOO glad you put that in this awesome video.

[@ak5659]

Could you please explain for us in the northeast?

[@official_rown]

"another man lets you take off his hat, in public, and you then put it on" This phrase never happened to me figuratively, but it did happen literally. I made a full comment about this.

[@JayWalker-tk2pr]

@@ak5659 In a lot of the movies you see that take place in rural places, you often see the redneck girl take off her man's cowboy hat and put it on herself. This is the same as that except it's two guys. Powerful way of saying I'm yours and your mine, and what's yours is mine, and what's mine is yours. It's saying I want to wear something that you were wearing, that was in intimate contact with you.

[@Pewit35]

I'm not a big fan of country music but my husband died in January 2023 aged 89. After 15 years long distance we had 15 years together when I moved from the UK to Australia to be with him. I'm now 66 and thanks to the internet, I've met someone who lives in South Carolina who loves country and will love this. Love is love and 'aint it grand!

[@ragedknuckles4611]

I'm from SC, we are good people down here❤

[@baddogcustoms7496]

Born n raised at the Crystal Coast of North Carolina. I have to say the Carolinas are a piece of heaven don’t let anyone tell you any different but we don’t get down with the gay shit

[@xxkarlosxxxxxx7233]

@@baddogcustoms7496first of all it's not gay shit.... That's so homophobic and disgusting behavior to call it shit... If u were actually gud people u wouldn't express urself of gay people like that so don't pretend to be nice but then call a group of people that... Hypocryte

[@Pewit35]

@@baddogcustoms7496 You may say you that but you've just been watching a gay themed video - I bet you have a grindr profile too.

[@dansmodacct]

@@baddogcustoms7496 I don't think you can speak for ALL the people of the Carolinas. But, yes, the Carolinas are beautiful - especially NC w/ the mountains.

[@heyscottcurry]

Three months of this video, and I’m still not over it 🥹 Each rewatch heals a little bit of the kid inside me who needed this while growing up in SmallTown, TN. Thank you, Chris ❤

[@chrishousmanmusic]

@@heyscottcurry love you Scott!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@TARDIStraveller96]

I don't even like country music, but this warmed my heart. It's beautiful

[@chrishousmanmusic]

@@TARDIStraveller96 thank you!! 🙏

[@123uniquea]

As a proud 45 year old gay man who spent most of his late teen years and early twenties going to country western dance clubs. This makes me want to put back on my boots and do a slow waltz with Mr right if only I had him. Thank you for your continued music for our community and others who need to know that music can touch everyone for many reasons.

[@chuckdieselkicksdisks2380]

Same 44 yrs. Haven't been to country dance club- sounds like fun. Still looking for that guy to steadily be with.

[@rickboyd6231]

Here l am in NZ and just love country music. It stirs some good emotions, a pity my partner of 30 years just don't like it.

[@mannyv.3171]

Love it! And surprised with it….

[@danielperezcvnl6975]

45 años! No es mucho en realidad, sigue con fé y es muy posible que logre hallar ése chico grande en edad con el que no solo puedas bailar ésa canción, también bailen juntos por buen largo tiempo las canciones de la vida en pareja. Él está allí y tú también, ahora solo falta que se encuentren.😃👍❤️

[@victorfubi2922]

This is so beautiful. Seeing two gay men show romance in country music. Love love love it! 🥺😍

[@jamesk8s1]

Wow! I don't know why this popped up on my YT because I don't normally listen to country except for Dolly - had the privilege of seeing her in concert only once, hope to again. I'm at 1:13 and when they held hands, my jaw dropped, I don't know who Chris is, never heard of him, but he just gained a new fan! Subscribed, belled, and liked......love his voice! How grateful to hear a love song like this!! Thank you Chris! 💖👨‍❤‍👨🙆🏻‍♂

[@chrishousmanmusic]

So glad the universe (or algorithm) brought you here and thanks for the support! Debut album coming out May 31st and I can't WAIT for you to hear it!

[@gathonar]

Same here, I will get the album and tell my friends.

[@DaddyRodey]

Every time I find a new gay country music artist my heart swells. I needed this in my middle and high school years but I’m happy for it now all the same

[@chlosworld644]

I just sent this to my friend and asked him that question! imagine if we had this in high school? would the bullies have not been so happy to pick on him? he still talks about how that experience ruined him, he's in his 30s now. Happy, MARRIED!!, a great job... he made it out and FLOURISHED. Just wish it hadn't been so hard

[@TrentWalker]

Amen to that!

[@ForgeMasterXXL]

It’s also a really great song, gay or not (though speaking as a gay man phew he is hot) it stands on its own merits.

[@DefinitelyNotAFerret]

Have a list of the good gay country songs?

[@Carlossantos-wg8rs]

Get help

[@arc7375]

Thank you for making a song and video that represents and reflects other types of gays, like us. The general “community” is deeply alienating. And unless you’re a bubble-gum-pop clubbing and partying plastic character, and able to blend in and like all the stereotypical gay things, you’re treated as unwelcome and unwanted. It’s so genuinely cathartic to know there’s other guys like me. And makes things seem less lonely.

[@snazzydrew]

Exactly.

[@XxwhosrightxX]

I never had the courage. Biggest regret. I'm 35. Really glad to see how accepted we are now. My advice to anyone... Be who you are and follow your heart. Don’t give a damn what anyone thinks.

[@chrishousmanmusic]

^^ THIS. Took me a long time to get there. 💙

[@justinsaraguard5130]

you are 35 not dead. There is still time. Don't be too harsh on yourself.

[@scoobysnax5389]

You’re only 35 - I came out when I was 45, married with children - I regret a lot in life, but not finally living my truth. That was 7 years ago and yes, I still sometimes struggle, but songs and videos like this will make it easier for younger generations to land on their feet a lot sooner. I wish you all the best

[@antoniomromo]

Bro 35 is not too late for anything. Take it from someone the same age as you who took longer than most to realize that. You do you!

[@attomicchicken]

I started pursuing guys recently (at 32). Neither me (bi) nor my boyfriend (gay) is out but COVID put a lot of things in perspective. I got tired of being alone and wondering the "what ifs". The world doesn't need to know what we are. We have each other and are taking day by day. I'm also not afraid to say that this is my first true relationship.

[@kingbee44]

Gay chick here who grew up in the South listening to music that wasn’t about me. What a time to be alive! Thank you, cuz!

[@Comfortdoll]

You might also like Lily Rose

[@salvadorr.bautista4611]

The feeling of shame, guilt and sin brought on by social expectations broke me in two, having to hide in shame who I truly was and projecting the expected persona was so heavy on my shoulders as a kid. No one should have to grow up like that, I am now healed but it took time and courage. This gives me hope for young lives trying to find their way without having to feel ashamed for who they love!

[@taiwansivispacemparabellum9546]

🤜🏼🤛🏼 We’re alive. May there never be an other Matthew Shepard.

[@njerost]

Hey just a quick thank you for writing this song. I'm 30 this year but grew up in very small town Kansas and went through all the praying and "therapy", lost my family, and honestly still navigating my way out of it all. There's a lot of trauma. But you're saving lives with your music, truly, and helping those of us still caught up in the mess. Brought me to tears, in a good way :)

[@chrishousmanmusic]

Grew up in a small town in Kansas myself, so literally have been there hahha. Thank you 🙏💙

[@njerost]

​@@chrishousmanmusicawesome to see great country talent coming out of Kansas :) and thanks for replying, must be crazy overwhelming hearing all of the ways you're helping people and giving us a voice, look after yourself 💙

[@zackzeman6449]

sup

[@adiknyasingto]

I'm a simple guy. I see two guys, I click it

[@vibewithtrey4046]

Me too me too

[@xxkarlosxxxxxx7233]

😂😂😂 I mean u gotta right lol

[@Cruisetravelers]

Me too!

[@tonyaasher2675]

I pray all the people that are watching this and thinking this is the right path to take finds God. Because this is a sin...

[@heidimartell4800]

@@tonyaasher2675didn’t ask, don’t care. Stop wasting your energy on things that don’t concern you.

[@ZoxoBear]

It's difficult for people to realize the impact something like this would have on a kid growing up in Rural Southern Louisiana. 43 now, married to my husband of 21 years. I truly hope you younger folks appreciate the place were in where something so beautiful and relatable as this can exist on a platform like this. It may seem like a little thing, but things like this are a catalyst for people struggling with their identity, fighting against their own upbringings and beliefs to be their authentic selves and give themselves the opportunity and allowance to be happy in their own skin. I'm sure this artist recognizes what this could mean to so many who grew up in these small towns, but if you don't consider yourself notified. Keep up the great work despite my compliments on the message make no mistake you are a wonderful singer and the song is fire. WOOFS to both of you Bears :)

[@chrishousmanmusic]

Absolutely wrote the song and took the video in the direction with my younger self in mind who would've had his life changed by seeing a video like this. So glad it's resonating with folks like you, thank you for the kind words.

[@hankvincent9006]

these comments are so supportive and wholesome. beautiful song !!

[@chrishousmanmusic]

Right?! I’m sooooo very pleasantly surprised, they’re amazing! 🥹🙏❤️

[@spyrex9986]

"If I had to spend forever in heaven without you might as well be in hell" That hit me like a brick on a cop's head in Stonewall

[@ForgeMasterXXL]

I just keep coming back to this song, I love it every time.

[@i.washere]

Came for the thumbnail, stayed for the whole damn song. That was one of the most honest, genuine, and beautiful songs I have ever heard! It couldn't be more better with that voice of yours and that MV 👌

[@chrishousmanmusic]

Ahhh the thumbnail strikes again!! So glad you stuck around! 🙏

[@andrewbishop5828]

It's about time we have a Country singer that's not afraid to represent our Community.! Keep up the good work.!

[@rudolphmcneill515]

Yiu are so right! 🥹🥹❤❤❤

[@QuincyDisneyVegan]

Actually he's not the first! Offhand I can think of at least 2 other country singers that came before him: K.D. Lang who's been recording for at least 40 years and Lil Nas X who began his career fairly recently around 3 years ago.

[@mototoad1242]

Orville Peck just released a song with Willie Nelson. He's not my style but he's been trending for a minute now. Check him out!

[@littlemikeism]

Ever heard of Ty Herndon? Chely Wright? T.J. Osborn? Orvile Peck? It's awesome we have Chris Housman, but he's there because others kicked the door open.

[@larrybrown2478]

I love this. I was always afraid to let anybody know. When I was 31, I met my partner, Ronnie, who was 21. We fell in love the first night we met. At that point, I didn't care who knew. We celebrated our 30th year together March 9, 2013. He passed away March 25, 2013. Thank you for this beautiful song.

[@chrishousmanmusic]

Gosh, I’m so sorry to hear you lost him - but also so glad you found each other. Thanks for sharing ❤️

[@marteenee88]

😭😭😭😭 you really gonna drop that story on my heart strings

[@denver0102]

Grew up in South Texas. Escaped that environment and moved to Colorado to be Free. Free to be me. Married my husband in 2015…We just both listened to this song and tears of joy are in our eyes. I cannot tell you how much this is a reflection of our life and many LGBT+ Country folk out there. This is a life line and a life saver!! Please keep making songs and we will keep on keeping on!! ❤️🌈🤠

[@okorochukwunonso2563]

Much love to you and your husband!❤

[@BruceClemo]

Chris we all love ya. Love your music.

[@chrishousmanmusic]

Thanks so much! Love y’all too!

[@hayleycarvalho6983]

THIS!!! THIS is what I mean when I look up actually good music about being gay. Like not " you can't prey the gay away" but this. Thank you, this is absolutely beautiful and amazing! Truly a masterpiece ❤

[@TimGamble]

Love this. Thank you for representing me. You are making a difference on this planet. My husband and I have been together for 32 years, still going strong and Guilty as Sin!

[@chrishousmanmusic]

Y'all stay guilty!! ❤️

[@leedavis-m2o]

Not a country music fan at all, but as a gay man I have tears in my eyes listening and watching to this. I wonder if all of my past and current straight (in their minds) lovers are seeing this.

[@jackieraulerson2005]

Amen

[@TremendoJP]

"Str8 lovers" 😁😁😁

[@shibba2517]

So they deny their sexuallity? That's sad

[@leedavis-m2o]

@@TremendoJP Yeah, Over the years, I have hundreds of straight guys who come over for fun. They believe themselves to be straight and do it just because it's fun. So they are my straight lovers. I am not going to try to change their minds, (they would stop coming over). So whatever they want to think is okay with me as long as they continue to come over and let me have my way with them.

[@leedavis-m2o]

@@shibba2517 It's whatever they want to believe. I don't care as long as I get my way with them.

[@Lightweaver-ov4qc]

Proof that if a song is titled Guilty as sin it's gonna be an amazing piece

[@Beutimus]

This song sparks joy.

[@keepsakecube]

I’m a transmasc born and raised in Iowa, and KZbin dropped this on my homepage. I guess they noticed I’ve been living for the explicitly gay country songs trickling in lately. 10/10 song, 10/10 music video, and 1000000/10 tears in my eyes. This was amazing, I can’t wait to see and hear what you make next. 💖

[@chrishousmanmusic]

Debut album coming May 31st!

[@keepsakecube]

@@chrishousmanmusic that’s awesome!!

[@rhenestofel]

I'm 40 years old and I grew up on Garth Brooks, Alan Jackson, Shania Twain, and Reba McEntire (among many others) and this is the first time I feel like there is country music for ME! I can't say this enough THANK YOU Chris Housman!!! Also your song Nobody fits me to a T, I found the love of my life and lost hm 4 years ago and can't imagine being with anyone else. 😢

[@wearlbl88]

There have always been rumors about Reba McEntire that she’s gay and her husband is a beard

[@chrishousmanmusic]

This comment fits ME to a T! And I feel you on "Nobody" in a way I can't even express. So glad my music found you and welcome aboard - can't WAIT for you to hear the whole album!

[@TomMaxwell756]

Garth, Shania, and Reba are allies. Jackson not so much. This song is a thing of beauty.

[@rhondahunt8080]

@@wearlbl88and we care because?

[@sarmaxsam]

It's people like you that are changing country music and breaking down the stereotype of what people think it is. I'm not even a fan of country music but I love seeing what this new generation is bringing to it. Your courage is gonna help alot of people. Be very proud of that.

[@chrishousmanmusic]

Thank you so much. Reading comments like this is SO validating that all the vulnerability is worth it. 🙏💙

[@sarmaxsam]

@@chrishousmanmusic I truly hope you find that it is worth it. Don't let the haters bring you down. You make the world a better place and nobody can take that away from you.

[@kalilrichardson2504]

Thank you, sir. I grew up in New Jersey and I came out in my 20s. Been listening to country music all my life. This was awesome, amazing, bold and brave. Your voice is beautiful. Keep going

[@rondoe7300]

Fantastic song! I hope I am wrong but I doubt it will experience mainstream airplay because of the video....which I personally liked.

[@knjjah2776]

its times like this that i remember i actually love country music

[@chrishousmanmusic]

Yessss! At its core, it can be the best!

[@andresguerra5489]

Amen!

[@thisiscait]

Just played this to my country music producer father here in Australia and he loved it to bits. "It's just so good!" - reminded him of country in the 60s in the best way. You've got new fans in both me and my dad, he's in his 70s and country through and through and loves your message and songwriting! 💙💙💙 Spent this morning discussing queer country artists across the decades with him and it was such a special conversation that wouldn't have happened without you.

[@JoJoB1989]

Word of Advice for everyone Love yourself as you are. You are all special in your own ways.

[@DerrickJohnson56]

Im not a very avid country music listener but KZbin recommended it for me to watch and i honestly enjoyed it. Just reading the comments this is gonna help a lot of people but also probably heal a lot of people as well. As a gay man this is truly appreciated.

[@chrishousmanmusic]

We're not alone, as much as it can feel that way!

[@TumaSiulapwa-dt9ny]

This is so wrong

[@neonnknightt7246]

Love this! My husband and I are two country gay boys! Words can’t express how much a video like this means! And love is not sin! Love this song and video!

[@chrishousmanmusic]

Amazing! Sending you and your husband all the best

[@AvaTarPixelsSideways]

This is an anthem to true love. And a damn good song, I so want to see you on that CMA stage blowing everyone's socks and jocks off. :-) Bless you. xo.

[@chrishousmanmusic]

Hahaha I so want to see that too! Thanks so much, I really appreciate it 🙏

[@gregm762]

I keep coming back to this song. It brings me back to those early years. All the crushes, all the longing, and all the loneliness. What I would have given to have that one perfect slow dance to this song, with that one perfect guy.

[@GenXJoker]

I’m a 1968 Gen Xer who grew up gay in a teensy tiny rural Texas town, so I listened to a LOT of country music. It does my heart good to see our LGBTQ+ community being represented in this genre. Also, I dunno if the artist and the other man in the video are just acting or if they’re together irl, but that chemistry was 🔥🔥🔥. Biggest props to you Chris Housman!

[@KnijMagz]

I'm a simple guy. I see two men in an embrace, I click. Period.

[@c.f.6048]

Same 😭

[@kevinrolfs8851]

I’m in not only in a gay relationship but an interracial relationship in Oklahoma. It’s not easy at times (because, well, people and such), but it’s songs like this that help me and us along our journey. Plus it helps that my man’s a singer/songwriter too, and writes/records songs about our journey 😀. And we just got engaged during the eclipse in Dallas, love is real y’all, always follow your heart ❤️

[@chrishousmanmusic]

That's amazing. It can't be easy at all times, but people there also need to see your love and I'm so glad they're able to. Congrats on the engagement!

[@kevinrolfs8851]

@@chrishousmanmusicThank you sir! It’s true, so many need to see that love is love no matter the form, and we’ll continue to do what we can to make sure the world knows it too. And thank you for your great music!! Your music represents the best of what love is supposed to be 😀❤️

[@Cruisetravelers]

I understand. I’m a bisexual man also in Oklahoma.

[@scottgryder]

I'm a total mess watching this! 🥹Growing up in West Tx, this kind of love just wasn't talked about. I moved away and made my way, MY way, and I'm proud for it. Thank you, Chris, for opening the door for country fans to share in this love in the tradition of country music. 💗🤠🎶🎤

[@chrishousmanmusic]

Yessssss

[@tvmasterc]

What part of West Texas? I live in Lubbock. Just asking, as I have been celibate for nearly 20 years. Besides, my first love is dead. He committed suicide when we were fourteen. It took me decades to come to terms with it because the idea of being gay is so repulsive around here.

[@GianVersace]

West Texas? Like El Paso? Lubbock? Midland? I don’t think West Texas as people make it out to be. Now, East Texas is a hellhole for gay people.

[@tvmasterc]

@@GianVersace Well it has gotten a bit better here in Lubbock, but it still sucked growing up. And we won't talk about my best friend who killed himself at the age of fourteen.

[@RazorsEdge-h1p]

"I loved it-it brought back so many memories from my younger years, moments that came flooding in and, honestly, broke my heart. I couldn't help but think, *if only...* I suppose some things will always stay with us. I miss everyone for whom I was a secret. But even though it hurts, I'm still thankful and grateful for all of it. Don't let fear take anything away from your life."

[@ronrossi8475]

A great song. A great singer. A great thought we can all have at least once. It is perfect in many ways. Thank you, Chris.

[@annabarr1304]

Cis woman here, dont even like country, but love that this video was in my algorithm. Stuck in my head now ❤

[@chrishousmanmusic]

Amazing! I tried to write this song in a way that it could apply to anyone honestly. Thanks for being here! 💕

[@byMidnyt]

Also a cis woman, and I've been avoiding this one for the past few days because I was afraid it was going to be an anti song for some reason. Maybe because I've never heard a country song like it? Has there ever been a country song like it? I don't think so. But I finally broke down and clicked today and I'm so glad I did. Beautiful song.

[@taylor3950]

Same! It’s just so warm and catchy and honest. You can’t help but settle in and get cozy.

[@jacobstoner208]

Growing up in a small town, I could have never imagined a song and video like this in my lifetime. I got a little choked up watching it with my husband. It's the first time I felt included in the music I love, instead of like I'm on the outside looking in. Thank you for this 💙🌈

[@chrishousmanmusic]

That means so much. So glad it found you and your husband!

[@arlinnthelover152]

You just redeemed country music for me, to be honest.

[@chrishousmanmusic]

Yesss come along. It doesn't ALL have to be problematic

[@UkeCan1]

I'm a straight girl from suburban New Jersey, apparently now a new fan of gay country. I'm so happy this exists. The world needs more of this. I wish you blockbuster success, Chris Housman! 🌟

[@BamCoonRising]

THIS is the song I never knew I needed. Praise GOD IT'S FINALLY HAPPENED. Amazing talent, eye candy, what else could a girl or guy ask for. ❤

[@chrishousmanmusic]

Awhhh thank you!! 🙏❤️

[@galenstone9097]

This is beautiful, and tells my truth as well as any Country song ever written.

[@oonzbib6962]

I am so grateful I now live at a time when men are encouraged to express their affection to each other -- both as really good friends, and romantically. Thank you to everyone who made this reality.

[@Mykelaugustinereed1963]

As a young gay boy in a small town I always felt like I was alone. It’s nice to see music videos, and songs that are so relatable because I’m sure there are lots of little boys and small towns in the Bible like me, who would’ve given anything to see this as a young man you’ve got a fan in me, buddy

[@ferminoguilherme]

I grew up in a small country town in Brazil, being gay 'round here wasn't easy at all until I found my safe space with friends that embrace me. Wish I could had the chance to see this video before all the denial phase, hearding from people that they "don't respect people like that". Anyways, I'm really happy and grateful for youtube somewhow recommending this. Definitely will be on my playlist for some time. Keep up with the great work, Chris, your message is reaching preople ❤️

[@chrishousmanmusic]

The KZbin algorithm apparently knows! 🥹🙌 That’s amazing that this resonates even in Brazil. Thanks so much for sharing

[@hg82met]

I saw the thumbnail and I thought, nah, can't be. What a pleasant surprise. Now I'm going to start listening to country music for the first time. Thank you!

[@chrishousmanmusic]

Yesss! Be careful hahha it’s still not always great 😅 but there’s actually several of us out here doin really great queer country stuff! 🤠

[@T-Rus]

I just recently came out of the closet 2 years ago after being in it for about 15, 16 years and it still scares me, especially living in a small, religious town. I grew up to old school country music and I would hope to hear a country singer like me in the future. Thank you for being you and for making this music!

[@desmeisme]

I’m happy to hear you came out 👏 scary it definitely can be but I support you and admire you for being honest. I’m glad to know you’re being true to you. Stay safe. I’m proud of you for telling your truth ❤️

[@chrishousmanmusic]

Thank you for sharing that, and proud of you for coming out! It's terrifying but sooo important

[@Thecyberknight1]

Trust and believe if you just act normal most people any where, don't care

[@MH-bw9zt]

​@@Thecyberknight1unfortunately that's just not true

[@raffitosveroneze]

Caramba, você é incrível, cara! Além de ser um músico talentoso, você é super atencioso com os fãs. Tô impressionado! Mais um fã aqui pra você! Te desejo todo o sucesso e muitas bênçãos! Parabéns! 🩵🩵🩵🩵

[@peter2344sfvd]

I’m a retired military veteran from Ohio and a lifelong country music fan and FINALLY they made a country song about me! Me. When Trace Adkins sung Songs About Me, while I liked the song, all I could think, was, “No, they don’t.” Love is love and I love this song and this video. My heart is bursting.

[@tminter61]

Thank you!!! Need more of this vibe out in the world. LOVE IS LOVE 🌈🌈🌈

[@chrishousmanmusic]

AMENNN to that! 💙

[@donteeuwsen9301]

Absolutely brilliant song and video. I want you to know your song struck a chord with me a 70 year old gay guy who came through the other side. Hot! video!!!!!! I listen to this song every day once a day! Thank you!

[@thisIsJosh07]

Hey Chris! I've been listening to this on repeat for days now, couldn't stop watching this music video over and over again and I've learned about your story. You can be yourself and do country music and anything else you want to do! Don't let other people tell you otherwise! Much love all the way from the Philippines! ❤🏳‍🌈

[@bears3107]

Can’t hardly believe my eyes and ears! Admire your courage man!! I’ve been an upper midwest rancher and country to the core my whole life and have definitely experienced the walls of shame put up by the thought that being gay while also being a hard working ol country boy isn’t acceptable. Thanks man!!!🤠

[@peter2344sfvd]

I think there are tons of us who were raised redneck and are country to the core and are Queer. However, raised in those environs we sure do have to overcome a lot of self-hatred, shame, and even internal homophobia to accept who we are. That said, safety is still an issue for many of us, so stay safe. Even if you’re passing for a bit, I see you and care about you.

[@chrishousmanmusic]

That's amazing! I grew up on a farm outside a tiny town in Kansas and YUP, basically raised being told you can't be country AND gay. Trying to change that narrative for folks like us

[@babydollers9110]

My 12 years old daughter is fangirling and shipping the two of you so much she is still squealing “OMG I need them to be sweeties in real life!!!”

[@chrishousmanmusic]

Awhhh that is SO adorable! 🥹 I imagine I’d have felt the same way if I’d seen a video like this when I was 12! Thanks for sharing

[@denisewood4817]

Love this 😍 #loveislove

[@ashtonstout7375]

I'm usually not into Country music, but there are a few exceptions. This song is definitely one of them and the video is beautiful. I too tried to pray the gay away and I'm glad that's a prayer God did not answer.

[@jamezholong8214]

I am so surprised when I found your music. A country musician for gay representatif? Dude man, you might save a lot of new country gay generation in the future. Hats off!!!

[@skyliner7333]

Wow, Country Music has come along way. Three cheers.

[@GaryPaulson-y1d]

Nice to see LOVE take center stage, thanks Chris.

[@HomerMann-tw7ci]

I love country music and sit here eyes full of tears of joy for this affirmation, thank you Chris for your courage

[@chrishousmanmusic]

Sitting here with my eyes full of tears right along with you ❤️

[@theverdantfern]

I'm not one for modern country but damn if this ain't a breath of fresh air, right alongside Orville Peck's recent duet with Willie Nelson. Keep up the lovely work, Chris!

[@armandogonzalez4647]

The only thing that should matter is that even two people believe in love, because love is love❤️❤️

[@mlm628]

I feel so fortunate that I live during a time when a song like this can be shared with such a large audience.

[@EM-eb1lf]

LOVE, LOVE, LOOOOVE THIS. As a gay man into heavy metal and county I am SOOO glade to see you all showcase another side of us. To many people only associate gays with drag and pop like Britney and Madonna which is not a true representation of all us. To each his own on choice and preference of entertainment though...I'm just saying it's nice to see us do something non-stereotypical.

[@KristiLEvans1]

Wait. I don’t care about gay. But how on earth do you swing from metal to country? Wow, that’s a wide gulf. Total opposite music types. Crazy, but more power to ya. Rock on, Tex!

[@roboppi6368]

Omg who and what is this????!!! I literally just got this recommended for me and clicked it when I saw 2 hot guys close and listened to it and watched it and oh my god this is one of the most beautiful things I've ever heard and seen!!!!! I'm crying for real.....this makes me so happy and hopeful and I just became a fan.....this is the only type of country music I will more than gladly listen too......thank you so much Chris Housman!!!! You made this gay guy so happy and hopeful for our future!

[@chrishousmanmusic]

Awhhh I love that so much! So glad it found its way to you, stick around! 🤗❤️

[@derekalmquist1537]

I never thought a day in my life I would cry from a country song. It has not ONCE happened. But this country artist and song did just that. Chris Housman, if you see this, I mean that as a compliment. I’ve always been very picky when it comes to country artists and songs. How I’ve always been. Thank you I now have another country artist to listen too.

[@chrishousmanmusic]

Omg that’s incredible! I’m honored to be the first one to do that 🥹 thanks for sharing

[@derekalmquist1537]

@@chrishousmanmusic I just never thought as gay man I would see my thoughts, fears, insecurities, other struggles and self acceptance from when I was the age of 10-18 told to the world. It took my breath away to see you release a song of what it means to bridge the gap of all of that with in a person with what the church expects of a man. Thank you for taking the time to reply to my comment. And thank you for releasing this song. Definitely going to buy a ticket when you tour in the states.

[@formylovedones89]

“If I had to spend forever in heaven without you, might as well be in hell…” I hope everyone who reads this will experience authentic true love. Thank you for your gift to the world with this song.

[@chrishousmanmusic]

@@formylovedones89 ❤️❤️❤️

[@robertfaris65]

Don't worry ur going to hell

[@Miss-V123]

That's a crazy thing to say.

[@ericf5675]

Seeing a country video with this theme fills my heart with pride, joy, and gratitude! It's so amazing to see! I've been hoping for something like this for many decades.

[@chrishousmanmusic]

You and me both! So glad you like it! 🥹🙏

[@jasonclendennen9731]

.As a guy raised in a small north texas town and moving to dallas , texas in the 80's for exceptance. Really proud to see this video at age 57. Its more excepted in Hillsboro now , About 10 miles from Willie Nelsons home town 😆

[@DianaM.-ht8ls]

74 yo AA straight women here and this song feels me with so much hope and joy. May I live my life in a way that inspires a grander sense of freedom and joy for others. Thank you for your music and message.

[@jwb52z9]

@@jasonclendennen9731 My late paternal grandparents lived in Hillsboro.

[@jasonclendennen9731]

@@jwb52z9 oh lord! lol! We probably ran into each other in Hillsboro or the roundup saloon in oaklawn! 😳

[@micks3737]

Chris,, dude... The voice, the looks, the charisma,, the world is changing little by little.. Married out of highschool,, 13 years two sons later and divorced her, got custody of my boys and two years later jumped the fence to be who I was in my heart... I've not been a huge fan of country because,,, well,, yeah it's a social circle who has never been all that inclusive... My hope and wish for you is you blow the roof off the good ole boys houses and become so damn main stream that NO ONE will ever be able to deny your talent, life and humanity!!! Well done sir!!

[@chrishousmanmusic]

Wow, thank you for sharing. And would LOVE to make that happen, sounds fun and gay - I’m in! 😅

[@azkiltedrealtor]

You nailed it. Don't know what more to say. This is so well done. Many, many years ago I was a budding musician touring the country looking for an audience that could accept me as I was (am). Seems crazy, but I was Mr. Gay America in the mid-80s, but it meant very little as I was so far from the mainstream. Not sure I'm a fan of everything the Gay "Community" has become, but your talent and work make me feel like I was not as "on my own" as I thought.

[@chrishousmanmusic]

Thanks so much. I can’t imagine trying to do that even just a couple decades ago.

[@Knavos]

FULL LYRICS I tried to fight it To deny it But every single night it’s the same desire, the same damn fire I smoked a little I tried to pray Knew it was you the moment I felt this, baby I’m helpless I can only resist for so long I gave it my best But this halo don’t fit If I had to spend forever in heaven without you might as well be in hell My verdict is in Cause baby if loving you is wrong Then I’m guilty as sin I’m done pretending I cut the tension Ain’t no using us acting like, this ain’t right I need your body Heavy on me I’m always falling back to your gravity, it’s pulling me And I can only resist for so long I gave it my best But this halo don’t fit If I had to spend forever in heaven without you might as well be in hell My verdict is in Cause baby if loving you is wrong Then I’m guilty as sin Yeah I’m guilty as sin I can only resist for so long I found holy right here in your arms I gave it my best But this halo don’t fit If I had to spend forever in heaven without you might as well be in hell My verdict is in Cause baby if loving you is wrong Oh baby if loving you is wrong Then I’m guilty as sin Yeah I’m guilty as sin Guilty as sin

[@Terrence-Johnson]

I don't venture into country music very often, but this popped up on my feed, and glad I gave it a listen. Great song and awesome video. Bravo!!

[@chrishousmanmusic]

Glad ya did as well - thank you!

[@KathrynCeleste79]

I'm IN LOVE with the song and video🌈🤗🌈🤗🌈 It's beautiful♥️

[@charlesprice925]

I lived something similar, years ago, without the country music. But we stayed faithful to objectives greater than our own and we moved on. My heart never changed. I till love him. But I'm here to tell you, straight or gay. men need men. And the divisions thrust upon us are the greatest crime.

[@Lizwindsor]

Representation matters 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@rodneythomas8813]

Absolutely beautiful song and video. I'm not your typical country music fan, but there are several artists and songs I sincerely appreciate, and this is certainly one. The passion is apparent and the story is so familiar. Their movements from one scene to another seems natural, organic and authentic. I kinda love it.

[@chrishousmanmusic]

Thank you 🥹🙏💙

[@OrionStarset]

You have given so many of us a voice ❤ keep on keeping on and doing what you do! 😢❤

[@honestabe3100]

I never liked most country music until I heard this song.