First Reaction To Vince Gill - Go Rest High On That Mountain

[@thekingcobra63]

The harmony between Vince Gill, Patty Loveless and Ricky Skaggs is amazing.

[@kimberlygrimm7007]

I agree!! This is the BEST VERSION of this song! I much prefer it over the one with Allison Krauss!

[@r.mcbride2837]

I get a huge lump in my throat every time I hear this song. One THE most beautiful hymns ever written. Vince Gill is an amazing talent. That voice is sent directly from Heaven.

[@SPCLPONY]

@@kimberlygrimm7007 Agreed. My favorite is with Patty and Ricky. Nothing against Allison's version. I get the same urge to shed a tear when Allison is singing 'Whiskey Lullaby' with Brad Paisley, that I get when hearing Patty singing this song with Vince and Ricky.

[@reginadisbrow4486]

A recording 'event' of this magnitude is sorely rare. I dearly love all 3 of these immensely gifted artists.

[@joeydee247]

What's crazy is that the only thing better than their voices are their skills on the strings!

[@jasonjones5707]

Thank You For This My Brother, Our Mother Terry Lynn Passed Away In 2011... This Song Was Our Favorite To Sing Together, Because We Allways Dedicated It To Who Ever Lost A Loved One... This Is How I Would Like To Remember Our Mother, Puting Herself Before Others And Her Allways Doing What Was Right.. Amen 🙏

[@maryannanderson7517]

That beautiful harmony is very typical of country songs primarily because the vast majority of country singers got their start in church singing gospel music and people who sing in church or who sing gospel music were taught to harmonize at a very young age. Patty Loveless and Ricky Skaggs, who are singing with Vince, also got their start singing gospel music and I believe that is largely responsible for their amazing harmony. This song was written by Vince when his brother died and is probably played at funerals more than any other song. Amazing Grace used to be the number one song that people requested be played at a funeral and Go Rest High was number two but I think that order may be reversed now and Go Rest High may be number one. My husband died 10 years ago and this is one of the songs I had played at his funeral. Very beautiful song by three singers who have beautiful voices. If you want to hear another Vince Gill song with beautiful harmony (again by Patty Loveless) listen to "When I Call Your Name"

[@dennispfohl3004]

I can hear this song a thousand times and it still brings tears to my eyes. The George Jones funeral is unforgettable once you see it. If you like honesty go no further.

[@amyhuggins9920]

Every. Single. Time

[@thomasirvin4159]

That was legendary.

[@cuttnhorse2013]

You just experienced the best country and bluegrass singers ever was!

[@bearregister8477]

"they ever was."*** gon' talk about country? You better do it correctly. 👍😂

[@cbarnes9808]

Vince Gill is an angel. He is hands down my favorite singer of all time. His voice is so beautiful.

[@jeremyebert3309]

If you think this is emotional, you should watch the video of Vince and Patty Loveless performing it at George Jones memorial service. Vince struggles mightily to get through the song.

[@bamafan62]

yes for sure!!!!

[@r.mcbride2837]

I go through half a box of Kleenex every time I watch the George Jones Memorial version.

[@Sol-kj2pj]

Oh hell naw. That's too much. Don't cry too much.

[@ProModMafia]

don't watch it without something to wipe the tears .....

[@c.b.m.5621]

I cannot watch it without crying 😭.

[@lindabeckworth8637]

When I Call Your Name is another great song by Gill. Go Rest High On That Mountain comforted me when I lost my dear son a few years ago. I'm sure it's comforted many.

[@donnaritch4934]

Vince wrote this song in tribute to his brother who had passed away.

[@jond2458]

The first lyrics were four Keith Whitley actually, that is where the "no stranger to the rain" lyric came from. He finished the song 3-4 years later after his brother died. Its actually for both of those people

[@jefftappan381]

I understood that the song was about his ' brother ' Keith Whitley. Am I wrong? Please show me where. Thanks.

[@donnaritch4934]

@@jefftappan381 No, it was in tribute to his real brother who , if I'm not mistaken, committed suicide. He wrote it and sang it at his funeral, I believe. I could be wrong about having sang it at his brother's funeral but the song was definitely made because of his brother.

[@tbobthehoss]

The song was indeed originally started after Keith Whitley passed away (1989), Vince shelved it unfinished. When his older brother Bob passed away from a heart attack in 1993, he began to finish it and finally released the track in 1995. It won two Grammy Awards in 1996, one being for "Best County Song."

[@marymoody5104]

@@jefftappan381 First verse was written for Keith Whitley... He finished it when his brother died... many interfaith Vince stating those facts..

[@estherwhalen614]

Vince Gill has such a beautiful voice.

[@3feetawaystudios99]

Vince Gill wrote this for his brother who had died. I lost my twin brother to kidney disease on Sept 1st 2018., they played this song at his funeral. Then I lost my oldest brother July 3rd 2020 to cancer. He also had a twin, my sister Terri. This original is the best in my opinion. Thank you so much for posting this and your raw and heartfelt emotions. I have the same reaction every time I hear it.

[@Carol-D.1324]

This was played at my daddy’s funeral eleven years ago. It still makes me cry when I hear it. #tellyourparentsyoulovethem♥️#thankyourparents♥️#saywhatyouneedtosay♥️#cherishthetimetogether♥️✌️

[@ournell4566]

sorry for your lost

[@pammorgan721]

My brother in law loved this song , we played it at his funeral. Beautiful song

[@Indy_Girl]

Pamela Morgan my dad was a big Vince Gill fan. I had this song played at his funeral. I don’t believe there’s a better song.

[@fawnebrown4619]

This song is the real deal. Real country harmonies. And Vince Gill not only can sing, he's an amazing guitar player as well. He can also play mandolin, fiddle and a little bit of banjo too. He has an impressive collection of guitars. Lost some a few years ago when there was a flood that damaged the building they were stored in. The man can sing AND play. You also should check out When I Call Your Name and I Still Believe in You. Probably his best songs.

[@libertyBuilders]

That’s that high lonesome sound as Ralph Stanley called it!

[@downhomesunset]

Brooks and Dunn - Believe. A beautiful song of growing up..... and learning faith....

[@oscarwildeghost]

I've sent my oldest brother and five friends to heaven with this song. Tears in my eyes but they are home and waiting.

[@Leann2]

Vince Gills song .. if you ever have forever in mind .. is a bluesy kind of song , it’s beautiful. ❣️

[@jefftappan381]

This song still brings tears to my eyes. The simplest songs are sometimes the strongest.

[@thomasdewitt1794]

I watched this song for the first time just the other day. Vince Gil write this song for and about the death of his brother. High on that mountain... He's taking about heaven. This song stirs emotion in me. The mother of my oldest two children passed away almost two years ago. Although we divorced 26 years ago she stayed a very dear friend. I didn't make it to her funeral but I got to see her a few months before she passed. In a few days I will visit my #2 son. I haven't seen him since before his mom passed. He and his wife have a new baby now and they named her after his mother. Living so far away, I haven't had to deal with her passing but here in a few days I'll be have to have with it. Thanks to this song I'm already in tears. Thank you for reacting to such a beautiful song.

[@sheltonduff7393]

This song brings me to tear every time i hear it. This song was played at several of my family members funerals

[@jasondaigle4718]

I played this song at my grandfathers funeral this past January and everyone and a smile of joy knowing where he is going but at the same time crying for a great loss. Vince did this song for his brother that passed away which the lyrics describes... go rest o that mountain because the work has been done for his time here and now to go enjoy eternal life with the good Lord above. It is a beautiful song and thanks for reviewing it. Cheers

[@ournell4566]

January is my bday also sorry hear that tho

[@kimberlysimpkins1190]

Keith Whitley is a great singer and is who Vince wrote this song for when he passed away then his brother also passed away before finishing the he song so also thought of him also when writing it.

[@chemislife]

Country music speaks to the heart and soul. It ranges from the happiest moments (forever and ever amen) to the lowest (I have friends in low places) and everything in between. Most of the older songs in the genre (can't stand new country) have an element of heart in them that pop music just lacks.

[@yolandaeagletailfeathers3966]

I cry everytime I hear this song. So much emotion in the song.

[@mattclark6010]

Vince Gill is a legend, I recommend another legend Keith Whitley. My favorites are Don’t close your eyes & No stranger to the rain. Thanks

[@queencerseilannister3519]

I said Keith Whitley, TELL LORIE I LOVE HER...knowing he recording it in his garage the night he died from alcohol... so sad.

[@lateesha8174]

Vince started this song when his brother died and finished after Keith died. So this song is about his brother and Keith Whitley.

[@reginadisbrow4486]

I truly love Vince, and his duets with Patty are just heaven on earth imo.

[@sisleymichael]

Keith Whitley was so darn talented. He left us all too early. He would have been hall of fame had he lived longer, I am confident of that. He would grab your heart and squeeze it with a soulful song.

[@nekkedwelder6980]

Keith Whitley is GOLD. Period.

[@danagreene7469]

One of the most beautiful songs ever sung of all times,every time i hear it ,it truly moves me to no end

[@judebug329]

Thank you for not interrupting this beautiful song to insert commentary. Like my teacher told my mom after mom caught me reading a book while practicing the piano; “When you shut her book without warning, you killed the characters!”

[@chadjb72]

Older country music was ALWAYS the best. This new stuff they play on the radio now, it is good, but has no soul or feeling put into it. I have 80's and 90's country playlists saved on IheartRadio app.

[@lindaalcorn5530]

Without a doubt "Go Rest High On The Mountain" has to have the Best vocals ever!

[@ournell4566]

i did that one watch it

[@JensRandolff]

Vince Gill started writing the song initially to honor Keith Whitley, another great country singer. Hence the line "you were no stranger to the rain," which was the title of a Keith Whitley song. However, he finished and performed the song to honor his brother after he died. Vince Gill also performed this song at George Jones' memorial service. He was in so much emotional pain that he couldn't actually sing. His female duet partner, Patty Loveless, had to take over while Vince simply played the guitar to compose himself. One of the most heartwrenching performances I have ever watched.

[@donna3465]

“Whenever I Call Your Name” is his first hit song and would be a great one to react to.

[@chuckh6024]

Lost Mom October the 7th. This was one of the songs she loved and had requested. And her mountains were difficult to climb. And she climbed them all.

[@alenedavis2865]

Vince Gil & Reba Mcentire have a Harmony duet that's awesome, called The Heart Won't Lie.

[@lateesha8174]

Yes ! I love that song and I thought of it before I saw your comment.

[@downhomesunset]

That is such a beautiful song!

[@meganashley161]

Thank you, sir, for doing this video. I grew up with this, so it means a lot. Thank you for your time.

[@susanalexander6721]

3 legends.

[@PneumaticTire]

Glad you liked it! It’s sad, but great! Remember to check his other songs, “I still believe in you”, “Whenever you come around”, “Trying to get over you”, “Never knew lonely” just to name some more. As others suggested, Keith Whitely is another you’ll want to listen too. He was phenomenal but passed away much too soon. Make note of Colin Raye as well. I’ve always thought he was in the upper echelon as far as vocals go.

[@davidkiscadden2786]

So glad you found it and appreciate it. As George Jones sang, "who's gonna fill their shoes" The answer is, I don't see anybody that can ever fill these guys shoes. Country music has changed a lot that stuff from the 80s and 90s is so legendary and classic, the best!

[@tbirdfan93]

90s country music was amazing the greatest perhaps from country music

[@JohnSmith-oj6ir]

Well done, Deon. Good music is good music, good words are good words, whatever color, whatever beat.

[@maryparker4334]

This song always makes me cry.. We played it at my daddy's funeral almost 19 years ago. Thank you for doing this song ❤❤

[@jefftappan381]

Listen to this song just once. You'll wreck a box of Kleenex, I promise you.

[@nancyhamilton9756]

What a beautiful song

[@ournell4566]

I know

[@jasonjones8768]

Thank you so much for posting this video, we lost Mom 2 weeks ago & this song was mine & her's to sing together all the time.. When the reality hit me of when i was singing this song without her at her memorial, i struggled quite hard to keep it together - but i prevailed.. __________________________ I have a gift for you friend, there's a KZbin singer on here that's an Elvis impersonator - he did a cover for this song with real footage of Elvis Presley's Funeral.. His voice is powerful, the piano keys are hit hard for quality sound - so I'm just sending you a suggestion request that you listen to it, type in (Ron Jesse) Go Rest High On That Mountain - I don't think you'll be disappointed for doing so.. Thank you again so much for bringing back such good memories of Mom, she would have been proud to have heard it - much respects towards you, God Bless..

[@LadyGator1983]

One of my all-time favorite songs ever!

[@mikeyoungblood1706]

First I watched them close the lid on Mama's casket then I watched them close the lid on Daddy's casket and was full of Hurt and Regrets until I heard this song, Now My mind is at peace knowing that I WILL see them again in Heaven, God loves You !

[@dougsaint4394]

Vince Gill best country singer ever so many great songs 🎵...

[@wasclit11]

I can relate to this song, especially the first verse. I am 69 so my time on earth is getting close to the end. I got some regrets but I found recovery from my drug addiction, got God, not religion into my life and started changing my life. Today I help others, rather than rip them off, I treat my wife like she deserves, and due to her health I have to take care of her but that's ok --- she took care of me when i got back from Vietnam and if wasn't for her most likely I wouldn't be here.

[@PearlLover]

This man and his song has no genre. No matter who you are or what you listen to, this song will touch you every time you here Vince sing it

[@kathyyoung9539]

Vince Gill wrote this song for his brother who died of Lukemia. Great Song. 👍Thank's Vince. 💓

[@tinahuff7466]

That is why I love this version and Home Free version of this song

[@saraturner8657]

Vince started in the Bill Monroe's Blue Grass group as a VERY young lad. He also played front man to the rock group Pure Prairie League. After Glen Fry passed of the rock group the Eagles, he tours in his place. He is a class of his own.

[@jimithy47]

Beautiful song and an amazing singer.

[@lisaquigley-moon9583]

The most beautiful voice

[@cuttnhorse2013]

Dig on that,man! True country,true heart felt, from the heart from Vince when he wrote this. Not counting the greatness of Patty, And Ricky!

[@Stclairm1]

You need to see him live. He pours passion into his guitar and singing every single time.

[@belairbum]

Taking it to church!! Beautiful!

[@jajincaable]

Vince Gill has many great hits. I really like When I Call Your Name which was my father's favorite, too. I also enjoy Little Liza Jane. I really enjoyed your reaction and your comments. Keep doing what you're doing, Deon.

[@BelindaTN]

Yes the mountains are very spiritual. Though Vince Gill was born and raised in Oklahoma, both Ricky Scaggs and Patti Lovelace was born and raised in the Appalachian mountain area of eastern KY. Which is easy to tell by their style of singing. Especially Patti Lovelace. She has the pure voice of those born and raised in the Appalachian mountains.

[@hylander89]

Vince Gill is said to be one of the best guitarists of the 21st Century. He’s said to be right up there with Eric Clapton. For me, he’s the only person who can actually make his guitar sound as if it’s weeping. It takes true talent to do this. Also should be said it takes TRUE love for music to be able to bring emotion out, as if in a painting. You should really hear the one with the electric guitar. And it’s not just this one. There are several others....

[@corysimmons5701]

He's severely underrated when people rank guitarists.

[@tomuchcamoflauge]

@@corysimmons5701 cause people talk about music like country and bluegrass don't count

[@dannlinscott-dunham4027]

Vince was invited to Eric Clapton's crossroads sessions...best guitarists in the world. Check it out.

[@hacksaw5918]

Vince isn't underrated how can you be underrated when anyone that knows anything about guitar playing knows he is one of the best. Never missed a note or beat singing or playing

[@bearregister8477]

Vince Grill.... 👍😂👍 But, I love watching people's reactions to this song... First time I heard it was at my Uncle's Funeral. My Gran sang it, and had eveyone in tears... And, she was a damn good singer... 👍😂👍

[@robinaddis-vaughn7271]

It's going to be played at my special needs brother's funeral. Vince Gill is married to Amy Grant. Vince so many Grammys and CMA awards that I wouldn't even try to guess the number. He primarily works at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville, TN. He and Dolly Parton did a few duets together too, I think.

[@jeaniebottoms7202]

Absolutely beautiful! Thanks for the listen and reaction.

[@jayunitedwestand1810]

it also help's if you know what the song is about.. it hit's you that much more, Vince wrote this for his brother that has passed away

[@TheNascarfan999]

As a couple have mentioned, this song was written with both Keith Whitley and Vince's brother in mind. Keith was a "generational talent" in country and the songs listed below are good ones, although my favorite is When You Say Nothing at All. Now with regard to Vince Gill, I would have to recommend One More Last Chance and What The Cowgirls Do for more uptempo songs and I Still Believe in You as another good slow song.

[@averygrace37]

I remember Vince saying he starting writing this for Keith but couldn't finish it until his brother pass..

[@spectrelead]

@@averygrace37 That's pretty much how it went, according to things written elsewhere.

[@pansypainter8121]

We played this at my nephew's funeral emotional I was so broken this was the appropriate song we all loved Vince n this song touches the heart when we needed the most

[@ournell4566]

i am sorry for your lost

[@pansypainter8121]

DeonSavage thank u by much

[@randykeech1618]

they played this one at my fathers funeral.i still can hardly listen to it ten years later with out tearing up

[@bettyholland6347]

Had this song played at my brother's funeral. Every time I hear it I think of him

[@ournell4566]

im sorry hear that hope you doing ok

[@kathycourtney2]

I want this sung at my funeral...love it.

[@mslaurastuart]

He wrote it for his brother who passed away... :'( ...it's amazing to me to see the reactions...love that you guys are beginning to appreciate the talent of ALL singers...me I listen to everything from hank williams Sr. to nana Mushori and anything that is good....My personal favorite is Kris Kristofferson...very politval...one of the outlaws of Country...Under the gun,,,,shows how he dont care he calls it as he sees it...

[@clevelandnative7175]

I saw Vince Gill live 5 days after my boyfriend was killed in a head on crash in 97 and I still can’t listen to this without getting somewhat emotional, easier after 20 years, but this song just evokes emotion.

[@ournell4566]

damn sorry for your lost more video today go ahead sub to the channel

[@Blue-rl5dp]

I've loved Vince Gill for years. Nobody wails like Vince. He's renowned as a particularly good guitarist as well.

[@rhondamcbath6279]

Love your country music reactions!! Love that you love all different kinds of music, also that you choose music that makes sense, and no swear words. Thank you 🙂

[@kimberlycarder7730]

This song was played at my dad's funeral when he passed in 2017. He adored this song. Thank you for reacting to it.

[@denanebergall5514]

I had this song played at my mom's funeral. It was her favorite song.

[@steveyates768]

I love this song and Vince. I watch a ton of reaction videos.. Good to finally see STL rep.

[@ournell4566]

thank you

[@deannakinsman6790]

This is one of my ABSOLUTE FAVORITE HYMNS...timeless. Great reaction...y'all gained a #newsubscriber

[@ournell4566]

thank u love the support

[@deannakinsman6790]

@@ournell4566 My pleasure...blessings my friend ❤❤❤

[@kimwiser445]

I’m about as unmusical as a person can get so I’m very grateful to people who share their talent!!!

[@ruachadam5227]

A million thumbs up...

[@cathart8162]

Praise...speaks to all God Bless my friend

[@paulpitts1080]

Listen to the words again. This is about a man who has seen dark days meet his maker, his pain on earth is through.

[@chrishenicke2052]

This song was written for Vince Gill’s brother. That is bluegrass my friend! We played and sang this song at my father’s funeral, it’s always a tear jerker for me! ✌️

[@ritchiewillard9472]

This is one of my favorite songs. You can feel God in it.

[@CARNELIANTURQUOISE]

Vince Gill has a 4 disc collection one is Jazz, one is Blues, one is Country and one is Bluegrass....awesome collection

[@CARNELIANTURQUOISE]

One is Rock not Jazz....sorry!

[@sandrasmith7501]

Played this at both my brother's funerals..both died young from cancer. Couldn't listen to this song for a long time.

[@ournell4566]

sorry for your lost

[@georgejeffers6894]

You have discovered one of the best!!!! A whole lot more of him out there enjoy

[@martha0436]

Vince wrote this song i remembrance of his brother that passed away..several years ago

[@krakon6565]

and Kieth Whitley

[@martha0436]

@@krakon6565 true

[@TheHalifornian]

I love ❤ this song! Great choice!

[@1982dcs]

I've heard this song at many funerals which was family it kills me every time hearing it

[@kimgordoncrafts]

Vince Gill wrote that song when his brother died. Thank you for reviewing such a beautiful song

[@shirleycarr5387]

Beautiful song.

[@ursulaturner7980]

I wish that we would've played this at my late husbands funeral. We played some great ones,but his life on earth was troubled. I just worry about our kids everyday. And its been 17 years but we all still feel it.❤✌

[@k.g.8957]

I like you Deon and the music takes me back . Thanks!! New sub

[@Tuesdays_Gone]

We lost my brother in 1998, and this was played at his funeral. Great reaction.

[@ournell4566]

thanks sorry for your lost

[@Tuesdays_Gone]

DeonSavage, thank you.

[@ournell4566]

@@Tuesdays_Gone welcome

[@truthspreader3109]

As Christian whenever I hear this song or Jesus take the wheel tears just flow uncontrollably....Thank you Jesus for your sacrifice....

[@ournell4566]

yea love jesus can u go ahead sub to the channel u will see more

[@amberkelly8055]

I'll be honest, I'm an atheist and this song has always done something to me. It's brought me to tears more than once and it's lifted my spirits as well. It's a very special song 💕

[@truthspreader3109]

@@amberkelly8055 Im sorry to hear that you are a Atheist...Hopefully someday you reconsider...I can tell you this...When I first ask Jesus into my life I didn't have any real proof of him but I felt convicted in my heart and asked for forgiveness...After that I started seeing Gods hand in my life...I litterlly changed over night...There was things about me that was not good and they melted away which is the only way I know how to explain it....I can ask for things and they just happen....Its still amazes me....As for this song and others,Vince Gill was doing what he was born to do....

[@amberkelly8055]

@@truthspreader3109 I appreciate that and thank you for being respectful. I grew up religious, southern baptist and I don't feel it anymore. Haven't in 15 years. I don't disrespect people that do have faith in any higher power but it's not for me.

[@stevendamron1967]

He can SING. GREAT SONG.

[@johnwingfield1053]

I absolutely love your choices in music, Deon.

[@ournell4566]

thank u love the support

[@alenedavis2865]

Beautiful Song ❤️

[@ournell4566]

I know sub to the channel get more video

[@mtodack]

I agree. I live near the Smokies. A beautiful place to rest the mind. Great type of therapy

[@michellejackson6679]

The live performance of this at George Jone's Funeral.. is next level. I cry every time

[@elliekelley164]

You got a new subscriber . God Bless and thank you.