It was a therapy session! First time hearing Monsters by James Blunt

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[@JG-fv9bv]

Try ..... James Blunt. ."No Bravery"

[@PrimoDaGho5t]

Iam Tongi sang it in the audition to American idol and went on to win

[@Barriecarp]

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[@GaryG1974]

WOW!!! Do not apologise for being real!!! You were so right!!! Never say goodbye! Always say, "I love you" or "bye for now" or "speak to you later", but NEVER "goodbye"!!! ♥

[@stateofmind8410]

@flickeringboxofficial please please can you guys react to forest blakk You were mine.

[@jeffstevens4262]

James and his father were both officers in the British military, and despite being very close, were never overtly emotional with each other, and when this amazing video was made, James's father had only recently been diagnosed with Stage 4 kidney disease, so this video ( done in one take) was a very tough one for James to complete, and we can see the slight wavering of his voice on occasion. He refused to use 'Auto Tune' because he wanted everything to be 100% real and genuine. I heard he donated every penny of his royalties of this song to the brilliant UK charity' Help For Heroes' who do so much great work for ex-servicemen & women, which was a lovely thing to do. God bless him. ❤ 👍 🙋‍♂

[@TLTSofit]

wow, thank you for that. it sure adds so much value to the story/video blessings

[@cindyl4325]

I read that the reason behind the lyrics is that when James went off to the military his father, who as you said was not overtly emotional and didn’t want an emotional goodbye, said “you’re not my son, I’m not your father, we’re just two grown men saying goodbye “….so this was his turn to say goodbye and he said the same.

[@jackerz91]

What a legend

[@Ouichef21]

❤

[@jjkcharlie]

SAS

[@Willee64]

I lost my wife of 37 years in July to vascular dementia. Watching her decline over her last 3 years didn't make it any easier for me. I was holding her hand and watched her take her last breath. I got to say goodbye.

[@williamyates694]

Be thankful for that time. I had to work for the bills and missed her her last breath. Not saying the pain is different. But I will ALWAYS feel bad that I wasn't there at the last moment. I hope your doing well.

[@powermedal3578]

I'm so sorry you lost your wife, and my heart goes out to you. *One beautiful and perfect fine day, when everything is just right, you'll see her again ...

[@Willee64]

​@@williamyates694Thank you!

[@Willee64]

​@@powermedal3578Thank you!

[@johnhurtme]

My mother and father were married for 38 when her dementia convinced her that he was leaving, he wasn't and she filed for divorce, two years later I moved in to take care of her. For 7 long lears I had to witness it rob her of everything she was. My devout Catholic mother that I was grown before I heard her say more than $#!+ and damn in my life, on the morning she passed (the 16th of this month will be 4 years ago) she called me a goddambed son of a b!+ch for getting her out of bed. May you find comfort and solace. It is a cruel disease to recover from even being near

[@AriaOnEdge]

That part "I'm not your son, you're not my father, we're just 2 grown men saying goodbye" was terrible. i'm already in tears

[@flickeringboxofficial]

Everytime it gets me

[@sk0nz]

Think thats what they said too each other when they went off to military duty.

[@sandorrose8636]

❤

[@timradde4328]

@@thatgirlsh9503 I believe they meant hard for them to hear him say that. As it is saying the final good-bye.

[@Danny_R_]

When this video was released his dad as you know was dying of stage 4 kidney disease. So you can live with only one kidney but his dad had already donated one of his kidney and only had one kidney left. A distant cousin saw this video and reached out to the family. he got tested and tested positive to be a donor to James blunts dad. He got transplant and his dad is now alive and well. Amazing! Such a powerful song. Gets me every time..

[@thesweetone8968]

I lost my Dad in 2010. I have never listened to this song without crying. And I miss him as much today as I did the day he passed.

[@Danny_R_]

@@thesweetone8968 Im sorry to hear that ♥ Thankfully i still have my dad around but I'm dreading the day its time.. I did lose my best friend in 2011 and recently lost my grandmother.. I miss them. Haven't listened to this song without at least getting teary eyed. Also seeing James blunt like that is heartbreaking. Their is just so much emotion in this song. There are not many songs that make me feel like this or even cry. Only song i can think of is 2 pacs - Dear mama.

[@thesweetone8968]

@Danny_R_ thank you for those kind words. I don't envy you having to face that sad day. Make the most of the time you have left. Prayers for you.

[@Danny_R_]

@@thesweetone8968 Yea After my grandmother passed (Grandad passed 7 years ago.) so my dad lost both his parents.. Since then i been trying to spend extra time with him. I now also live like 3 min drive from him so its easy to visit. My mom on the other hand lives pretty far from here and i don't see her as much as i want. But she is looking for a new place thats closer to me. So im very happy about that.

[@eileenbaran7040]

Yes so true all of what you said.

[@Lb_Collects]

It's honestly the phrase "It's my turn, to chase the monsters away" that get's me. Like a full circle of life moment, where your dad looks after you, scaring the monsters away under your bed. To the sad realisation that your dying father is probably terrified of the darkness, the unknown... the monsters. And it's your turn to make him feel secure, and chase the monsters away.

[@texasnewt]

Aye.

[@logical1510]

That, as well as the cycle where you, the son, may be in a situation where you're going to chase the monsters away for the children of your own. This song is so sad, yet it celebrates life and death in a beautiful way.

[@Lb_Collects]

@@lv3234 pretty obvious it was a typo

[@timradde4328]

That's the line that always gets me. As that's what Dads tell you when you are young.

[@jerryjeffries6094]

I couldn’t finish watching this. I lost my mother and sister 6 months apart and the grief has never ended and has gotten worse as time passes.

[@flickeringboxofficial]

Very sorry to hear that Jerry. I lost my mom a year and a half ago and I discuss it after the song. The pain is always, just underneath the surface.

[@huracan200173]

Hang on brother, much love to you

[@vivienneclarke2421]

"Time heals all things " is a lie. I lost my 13 year old son,to kidney failure,13 years ago this week. The pain and the grief are just as heavy today as they were that day 13 years ago. We learn to live with it,we have to........💔

[@DAMHoo]

Trust me guys I cried like a baby watching this. Hits home

[@flickeringboxofficial]

Yes it does

[@rosemariediamond5948]

The phrase he says about “I’m not your son, your not my father , we’re just two grown men saying goodbye “ is something his dad used to say to him whenever he left when he went away for his military service. A very emotional song and reaction

[@jimbailey1261]

My mom lasted a long time after a stroke, 11 years actually and she passed in her sleep in 2015. Towards the end she needed help walking, standing and eating. One day I was helping her back into bed. I picked her up (she was about 80 lbs. at this point) and asked if she wanted to dance. She chuckled a little and weakly said "We can dance tomorrow". I laid her down and covered her with her blanket, told her I love you and she said it back. Those were her last words to me. I cry more telling that story than I did when she passed. I knew it was coming to that and I was just so relieved that she was no longer in any pain and struggling every day just to see tomorrow. She was a very proud woman and I know she felt ashamed for needing the help to do things that she used to do herself. I always reassured her that it was my turn to take care of her. I don't wish upon anyone to watch their parents slowly pass BUT it was the biggest honor in my life to help her when she needed it the most. Love your parents and love each other. Tell them you love them.

[@rocknroll20024]

You'll see her again someday and you'll dance with her again. I'm sorry about your loss

[@MNW0705]

😢😢😢

[@janewestcountry5131]

The love between you and your mum shines through...what a great relationship you had....hugs my friend from across the pond...❤

[@contactabe]

🙏🏾

[@aprilphillips3404]

It was on American Idol. Iam Tongi sung this song for his audition AND, I believe the finale he also sung the song again, only with James Blunt the songwriter. That was a tearjerker for the whole audience as well as the judges were all in tears.

[@christopherderoy3153]

Iam actually lost his father to Kidney disease and James dad made it. The finale performance where Iam performs with James is one of the best live performances I’ve seen. Iam lost it and James had to sing him through and “be there” for him. It was very emotional. I’d advise a watch

[@lokolad3541]

James Blunt's newest song 'The Girl That Never Was' will break your heart. 😢

[@noelleparris9451]

The pat his dad gives him at the end is so beautiful. There is so much beauty in this song and recording. I miss my parents every day.

[@arthurlynnkanuha5730]

So beautiful and touching, very emotional, every time I hear this song I always cry.

[@thiefgold0913]

My dad past in 1994 and it still gets to me even now.

[@docholliday5439]

James father had donated a kidney in the past so he only had one kidney. His father had a rare blood type and they where having no luck finding a match for him. There is good news though. After the video was released his father found a donor match and he is alive today... Miracles do happen! 🙏🤠🌵🌵🌵🇺🇲

[@gaalanonim4503]

The first "It's my turn to chase the monsters away" breaks me apart every time, not gonna lie. And - as egoistic as I tend to be - I can't help but feel jealous. Because I'd have loved to feel that way about any of my family and I sadly do not. So I'm coming back to this song and similar ones from time to time to feel something. Great reaction, guys. It's nice to share an emotional moment with complete strangers, neither one judging the other, since they don't know anything about each other.

[@nathanielchapman1829]

I am currently watching my Grandfather battle cancer, and he has been given months to live. He has been more of a father to me, which makes this incredibly hard for me to see him this way. Hearing this song just brings me to tears because I'm just not ready to say goodbye, and I fear that time is coming sooner than I'm ready for.

[@flickeringboxofficial]

You are never ready Nathaniel. Cherish the moments you have left and leave nothing on the table. That is the best medicine for you and your Grandfather, love. Very sorry you are both going through this but be strong for him.

[@janewestcountry5131]

Nathaniel, it's going to be tough. 😢 Cherish the time you have left to tell your grandfather about the difference he made to your life. ❤ Honour him by always remembering the love you shared ...kind regards from England ❤

[@danielcrow4247]

Great emotional reaction to a beautiful tribute James was paying to his father. I agree 100% with what the nurse told you about a loved one's passing. I have lost both parents, all my uncles and aunts, four brothers, a sister, two nephews, a niece and several cousins. The hardest by far were the ones taken from me suddenly. With those who died from cancer and other long term illness I had a chance to say my goodbyes and I also knew they were no longer suffering.

[@angrygrim1394]

I lost my Dad young at 16... And most of my family through out the years.. Life hasn't been the same.. No more family parties.. etc it never gets easy....

[@paulhollstein8650]

Thank you for the post video chat. I watched my dad slowly die from Parkinson's. It was a horrible way to go and it took two bad years to reach the end. You are 100% correct. Time to appreciate them and relief they are not suffering but still painful to let go. I appreciate you two very much for this one ❤️

[@sarahealey1780]

It doesn't matter how long you have to prepare yourself for a loved ones passing it's always to quick and always a shock xx

[@brikke_lars]

Your dad seems like a really kind man. ❤️😊

[@bobbyscarfo2544]

Loss is devastating, and in my 57 years I've experienced some traumatic losses since the age of 16. Now, I'm not the Gospel when it comes to dealing or coping with loss but someone close pulled me through a very dark time with these words..... "You NEVER lose the ones you love. You leave a part small part of yourself behind and carry the memory of that person with you moving forward in life" Maybe that will get someone through a difficult time like it did myself.

[@marcbiff2192]

Most people in the UK take the mick out of James Blunt,but he takes it on the chin with self deprecating humour,he is a very decent bloke and deserves all praise he gets for this song.

[@stevehuhta1876]

Glad I found your channel, very nice to hear the discussion at the end! I've lost both my parents in years past. Last year I lost my 22 year old son suddenly from a brain bleed, by far the most difficult thing I've ever had to face.

[@AK_7.62]

My father is a 10+ year fentanyl addict, this song breaks me as I live in fear everyday that this will be my reality. I pray he recovers so he can be there for his granddaughter.

[@K31011]

This song hits like a sledge hammer every dam time. Losing your parents is such a shocking thing to go through mine were way to young .

[@doobiedave9686]

I lost both of my parents to cancer and although I had a few months with each to try to tell them how much I loved them and how sorry I was for putting them through the hell that I put them through growing up, it was tough watching their suffering. I still have regrets about the things I could have done differently to have made them prouder of me or about how I could have been a better son to them some 30 years later. It gets easier over time, but the pain never truly goes away. 🙏✌️

[@divad4711]

Thank your for your emotional reaction and testimony. It was heart breaking!…

[@jordan7091]

Pretty amazing he did this in one take without any sort of autotune or voice manipulation. Raw emotion, hats off to him for being so vulnerable and ending up getting a donor for his dad

[@voiceofdamo2237]

Yeah you can tell its one take from the moment he prompts his dad to touch his arm.

[@Heathen.Deity.]

It was also the first time his dad had heard any of the lyrics or melody. They were his genuine initial reactions. The pat on the arm got me almost as much as the lyrics.

[@jasontapp8312]

I bawl like a baby EVERY time I hear this song. I am 48 and lost my dad in January 2022 and then my mom in March 2022. My dad and I didn't have a good relationship growing up, so we missed a lot of time together. I finally managed to forgive him in the last few years of his life and we had some long talks together. We missed a lot because of the past...but at least we had closure in the end. I miss them every day.❤❤

[@CorruptSnypah]

Thank you for sharing your story. I’m so sorry for your loss. You have a new subscriber. Thank you and much love to you guys ❤

[@antonioviana7645]

when ever I wanna cry , this never disappoints, such a lovely touching song.

[@waynesnow1240]

A very touching, emotional video/song. The film crew were all in tears after this. James wanted it done in just the one take to show the raw emotion of it. Thankfully, his dad, as explained, got a new kidney, and lived. However, we have since heard his father is not doing that well again, lately.

[@JSumma27]

I consider myself fairly tough but I’ve listened to this 5000 times and never made it through without crying

[@MrNiccholas]

Man, I bawled my eyes out the first time I heard this song. I'm very, very close with my parents. My Dad will turn 60 in June. My Dad and Mom are two of the strongest, hardest working people I've ever known. Over the last two years I've seen a change. I've seen them growing older. Nothing drastic, but they are both slowing down. Last year my Dad had a rollover accident on his way into work at 3 in the morning. I got a call from him in the back of the ambulance telling me he rolled and needed me to go get Mom and drive her to the hospital. I was petrified. I've never made the 15 minute drive to their house faster, it took me 7 minutes. Dad was okay, no serious injuries just banged up. It really affected me. For the first time I really thought about losing one of them. It was short thereafter I heard this song. I've since had deep conversations with both my parents. I dread the day I have to say goodbye in this life, but I know there is nothing unresolved between us.

[@_ManuJ]

Same, the thought alone makes me cry. I love them so much and I'm so greatful for the love they have for me, its hard to know I will lose them one day. And it will hurt like nothing else Ive ever felt before... Scary.. but also beautiful, cause the pain equals the love Ive been blessed to experience.

[@MrNiccholas]

@@_ManuJ Well said. I've heard it said "The amount of pain you experience when losing someone is an indication of the love that you had for them."

[@kevinhennessy1615]

This Is an Amazing Song You Would Have To Have a Heart Of Stone Not To Shed a Tear When Hearing This Song And Watching This Video, I Cry Everytime I See This I Lost My Dad 5 Years Ago To Dimentia He Also Was Diagnosed With Pancreatic Cancer So This Song Always Hits Me Hard, I Understand This Song Was Done In One Take And By The End All The Camera Crew Etc! Were In Tears! Great Reaction 👍👏.

[@Don09-se]

Never be sorry I really enjoy listening to yall just talk and show your feelings such a wonderful show

[@tameraSBLY]

This was so raw and real and appreciated. I teared up the first time I heard this. I lost my dad when he was 51 years of age to Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma and he never got to see any of us get married. Then I lost my stepdad in 2019 to a large pituitary brain tumor. I have to tell you I have a huge heart and a soft spot for those whom we have lost do to cancer or other terminal diseases. God bless you Burch for your losses and thank you for showing the true emotions that this and other songs that clearly show heartbreak.

[@Penacet]

This man was sitting there and remembered his father. That song too hard to listen when you grow up. Care about your loved one guys. Peace!

[@archashencmaa9937]

Thank you two for reacting and sharing. All I had growing up was my mom. She had passed earlier this year. She was in and out of the hospital, and I was the only one she had to really take care of her. So I was always there even if if it meant missing a little bit of work. I received a phone call while I was out finishing up my inspections. I was unable to be there when she passed. Choosing to finish out my day has always tried to come back and take its toll on me. The one time I wasn't there, she was gone. I do live with the joy that she was able to get to know her grandchildren. This is just a brief time apart until we see each other again. Again, thank you both for reaching and sharing with us. As always, Stay Blessed!!

[@rodrigofasano8887]

Such great video, congrats. I losta my dad few years ago.

[@paulsutubification]

I’m 60 years old and I remember praying when I was much younger to God that when my time comes to take me out quick. Now, listening to your therapy session, I am willing to go through the suffering if it gives my wife, daughter and son a chance to say what needs to be said!

[@dylanqioniwasa]

Talking about passed loved ones; my Nan never forgot who I was, even though she forgot others in our family, my Nan never forgot who I was! ❤

[@Ponyboy1976.]

I have my mom home having end of life care,this song hits me so hard right now!!

[@mayet4702]

God Bless you both, brother.

[@MrBratalis99]

From the bottom of my heart - Thank you for this.

[@jamesbrophy7116]

❤ I lost my dad 10 years ago and think of him every day.this song had me in tears half way through the first verse beautiful song.hitz the fight nerves for a cry.miss you dad.see you some day.hope I've made you proud.xxxx

[@philculp]

Beautiful moment that you got to share with your daughter. Hopefully this message comes across to others that it’s important to have discussion now and the longer you wait makes it harder.

[@shawnsford7071]

I came back to watch both your reactions. I listened to the song first and then i watched the actual video before watching you guys. That's a tough one because thats too much like my situation with my dad. I did the hospice myself at my house and held his hand until the end. This stuff is sad but getting it out helps. This was a TRUE reaction video!! Thank you!!

[@ronhendrickson4921]

There’s nothing wrong with your Therapy session 🤪 it’s good to hear some of this for some of us that don’t have anybody to talk to. I live alone out in the country been through a lot. You guys take care and thank you. Love your reactions.

[@charlestonmusc]

Wow, I can't stop thinking about my dad. Thank you for this video

[@RodRuth]

Excellent reaction folks...Thank you...Well done.

[@dawngl]

I've lost my mum and my brother with no warning whatsoever, and I lost my Great Aunt and my mother-in-law to cancer. Both types of loss - the expected and the sudden - are painful in their own ways. The shock that comes with a sudden loss takes your breath away, and you don't get the chance to ask questions or perhaps even to say goodbye. With the expected, you have to witness someone deteriorate, which feels so cruel - but you can, perhaps, say things you want to say. This song has me in tears every time because it's so raw and powerful.

[@metalmark1214]

Alexis reminded me of the saying "Don't let the sun go down on your anger" ie resolve your issues with someone because it might be too late without you knowing it.

[@xoxH3L3Nxox]

Respectfully I disagree with the nurse about long illnesses being easier on the families. My dad passed from mesothelioma in 2022 and I grieved twice. I grieved while he was alive because I was essentially watching the man who raised me lose who he was. He was a very independent and active man who suddenly had to ask someone to do almost everything for him and even had to take a break climbing the stairs. I then grieved again when he actually passed because what little remained of him was suddenly gone. Honestly I wouldn't wish a long illness on anyone, it would have been much easier if it was sudden. There might have been regrets but that's a part of life.

[@jerryk295]

Trust me it’s easier than loosing a father all at once

[@bobapjok4241]

It's an amazing point in life when your dad is "not your father" and you are "not your son" and "just 2 grown men". For a kid, your dad is ALWAYS your dad, and i still see my dad that way, but we are truly just 2 grown men. Hanging out, having fun, living life. The "Parent" stage is kinda over and you are just friends. If you are lucky enough to have that, it is an amazing thing. I do feel bad for the rest of you out there because my dad is truly the greatest one there is (outside of the Heavenly Father). And he has always been a great example of the LORD and passed that along to his family. I am truly a lucky man

[@ralphanderson3316]

I cried. I watched my mom die of cancer after one year of treatment. I was crushed. I then was my fathers caregiver in his last five years with Alzheimer's. He was on his bed while I was next to him., After giving him a sponge swab with water in his mouth , he opened his eyes and turned his head and looked at me. I knew he was saying goodbye. I said hi dad, you're gonna be fine. He then closed his eyes. He passed within 5 minutes.

[@BilboBiggun007]

That's so sad

[@sarahhartmann8162]

the fact that every live show ive seen where james blunt performed this he was full with tears and emotions, that's why he is the best artist I know

[@jasonpriddy7828]

By far the realist channel I've ever watched!! Love you guys so much!!!

[@EdwinSemidey]

Dang EVERYTIME . Thanks Guys

[@JakeLiftedTrucks]

The way he explained it is perfect, if you know it’s coming you have the chance for discussions and closure, when it happens suddenly there are things you wish you could have said that you never did…..never take a single moment for granted alway let the people in your life know how much you love them and how much they mean too you. Life is so precious, and it can end at a moments notice. It’s insane how much we take for granted one a daily. You never think it could happen in your life until it does.

[@capmultser]

It's never about how someone dies, it's how they lived and the love and memories they leave behind.

[@wingandhog]

My dad who was a Korean and Vietnam War veteran passed away from pancreatic cancer nearly 3 years ago. We watched a vibrant, strong man who loved every minute of his life, waste away and die. We never knew what he did in Korea because he NEVER talked about it. My uncle told me after he died. Vietnam couldn't be hidden, because he did three tours while my sisters and I were growing up. I was close to my dad and followed his footsteps in the military. I miss him every day.

[@cmat3272]

So you should look up the story after the song came out- the dad needed a kidney transplant and from what I understand a cousin was made aware from the video and was a match to donate a kidney and now his dad is doing well. Had the kidney transplant in 2020. Still tear up almost every time I see the video though - when it was filmed it truly was a goodbye video and you can see it all over his face how understandably difficult it was to make.

[@kennethandersen7]

I'm so late, but I gotta say, this woman is an incredible listener and very wise. What a person to know and have in your life. Her heart is in the right place, I can tell

[@kennethhockey2598]

Thank you both for trusting us with your vulnerability. God bless. A song that spoke volumes to me and my sister as our dad was passing is The Leader Of The Band by Dan Fogelberg. 😊👍♥️

[@nickwhite5119]

One of the world most powerful songs.

[@inthenetsc]

Thanks for this. I needed a good cry. My dad has vascular dementia and is now pretty much bedridden. It has been hard on us to watch this extremely bright and strong man, community leader, surgeon, father - deteriorate into the state he is now. I long for the recognition in his eyes, but I do realize he may never know me again. Like others, I knew of James Blunt but didn’t come to know this song or its story until Iam Tongi performed it on Idol. I’m glad it got the more coverage. I think of dad every time I hear it. Hope I made him proud.

[@jackiestone3468]

This was completely unedited he wanted people to see how he felt😢 Great reaction 😊

[@MikeCho]

Whoa , I’m 51 dads 89 and battling cancer. With previous heart problems already. This is the first time hearing this song and it’s not just hitting me it’s crushing my heart ..

[@SeuraRei]

I honestly cry ever since the very first time I heard this song,😢❤ it's really amazing how it's sang and the emotions real,I could feel and feel everything and it's meaning❤.

[@kitschikuh5446]

Thank you two.

[@cottonplant100]

Thanks for the reaction and the therapy session. Seriously

[@mrsd1095]

This one wrecks me every single time. My husband is in Stage 4 Kidney Failure. This song saved his father's life. A family member saw it and got tested and thankfully was a match. His father got a kidney at the last possible moment. James told them before taping that they better get it because he could only perform it once. His Dad hadn't heard it. After taping his Dad asked why everyone was so upset, because he's still alive. I hope we can find one for my husband.

[@sammyrichardson7305]

If you are lucky enough to still have your loved ones then hug them and tell them you love them. If this doesn’t make you emotional I don’t know what will

[@johnhignett7707]

His Dad had already donated a kidney himself. following this a Kidney donor was found for his dad, and also found out the kidney doner was a distant relative. during this recording of this everyone was crying but except his Dad. the transplant worked and his Dad is still alive.

[@EddieBoren]

Wow what a great reaction and song i lost the love i my life and my unborn duoghter couse of a drunk driver never got to say goodbye its hard still hurts

[@Bob-Horse]

Thank you for this. I lost my mum many years ago when I was in my 20’s and now my 93-year-old dad is very poorly, he has terminal cancer. Recently found out I may have cancer too, so this song, which I was not aware of, is quite fitting for me. Thank you again, from England. 🙏🏻

[@thefknzipster9137]

such a hard hitting song, the emotion in his voice and on his face is heartbreaking

[@bebic7903]

I agree that, for me anyway, to lose a loved one unexpectedly is harder than having the chance to say good-bye through a terminal illness. My husband left the house with a couple of his forever friends to go to the nearby go-cart track. He had a massive heart attack and never came home. It's been 5 years this weekend and my heart still aches and breaks over his being gone. Last year I took care of my dad after he was diagnosed with liver cancer and liver disease. It wasn't easy watching what he went through. But I got to spend precious, precious time with him and did have the chance to hold him and say good bye.

[@mikeconway9849]

This is a beautiful and emotional song. Fortunately, the story did have a happy ending.

[@LeeWelch-rl2zp]

Hi to both of You, love your videos. Birch although you said losing someone may be easier when it happens suddenly, it is never easy. I found my father in laws body ,ten years ago. My wife still suffers today. I have regrets about my Grandad, I left him in South Africa over 20 years ago, I moved to the UK. I am 48 and he died when I was 24, I still kept a promise I made to him at the airport to look after his 'little girl'. He was talking about my Mom. It's still difficult but hopefully I make him proud. Love to both You and Alexis, it's good to cry xx

[@imtijamir8054]

First time I saw a man really proud about his crying. 😢.

[@flickeringboxofficial]

Burch or James Blunt :)

[@michaelwhite7715]

I lost both my patients young and suddenly, both past from heart attacks. Sudden loss is extremely rough.

[@SpiritWolf209]

When my grandmother was dying in the hospital, I could not bring myself to go see her and say goodbye. It is one of the decisions I regret most.

[@jap33jpd]

This song always gets me! I don't know why, I guess I love both my old parents very much!

[@russelljoslinjr4387]

That therapy is good! Thanks for sharing!

[@lyndasurgenorball5595]

Losing a loved one is always hard. So just make sure that thay know that you loved them ❤

[@Lance_Arn]

I cared for my father for 6 years while he suffered through Alzheimer's and I saw this video for the first time a month after he passed away. James said everything that I wish I had said to my father before he forgot who I was.. He was a tall, strong, intelligent man and it was hard for me to see him suffer and watched as Alzheimer's robbed him of who he was... RIP DaD, I love ya.

[@WatchingFromWork6636]

I’ve been married to my high school sweetheart for 29 years now. My father passed away suddenly and unexpectedly. Her father passed away from cancer. We’ve talked about how each is tough in different way. The sad fact is when it’s sudden you have more regrets. You have no closure. Even if the relationship was great you always have things you wanted to say. Think about how you didn’t go see them one more time. Hold yourself at fault for every missed opportunity. To say one is worse is hard, but it’s a different kind of hard for sure. When you know it’s coming, you see them fade. See them in ways you don’t want to remember them as and yet it’s there in front of you and in your memories. Again both are different types of hard. Thank you for doing this song. I love your content.

[@cenaboyle]

I believe James did this in one take. We nearly played this song at my Dads funeral this time last year. I decided against it at the last mintue

[@FuzWuz64]

My dad's been gone for 5 years and this song makes me cry every time 😢 mom is 91 now and I have become her monster chaser.

[@marcsegarra3102]

Grateful my dad is still here I became my dads primary caregiver after he got diagnosed with dementia tho i never had a great relationship with him during my teens i managed to repair it when i became an adult im not ready to say goodbye when that day come or when the dementia fully takes over this song made want to spend every day with him and continue to make him proud

[@ryana3679]

My gramma took a while to pass. I remember going into her hospital room and seeing her eyes light up when she saw me. Inside I was broken but i tried to stay strong for her. I hugged her and held onto her and told her I loved her so much. I thanked her for being the most amazing gramma i could have wanted. She held onto me and told me she loved me. Then she told me she was so tired. It was at that point I cracked and cried my eyes out while she rubbed my head and said it was ok. She passed away the next day. I miss her so much. Love you gramma.

[@art2736]

Never heard this song until after my dad died May 30th. I spent 7 days in the hospital with him he was fully aware and conscious. We had almost the same conversation as the lyrics of this song. He tried to apologize, I wouldn't let him. He had nothing to apologize for. He was my dad and I loved him.

[@Paul-fq4mm]

I raise my son on my own he just turned 13 and I love him more than life itself. I heard this and balled I hate to have to leave him behind one day. I hope if nothing else in the world we get to be together again.

[@brianvw2724]

This was obviously a tough one. Thank you.

[@boomeister2]

You stopped the video too soon. At the very end his father reaches over and pats James' arm to comfort him. Very moving. I think this hits those of us that have lost a parent much harder than someone who hasn't yet. Don't apologize for having an emotional reaction. It's a beautiful thing.

[@mizbmbr]

I feel it's how old they are, my brother was 44 when he died of cancer and that was the hardest lost I have experienced. I have lost both parents but my brother was the hardest.