Home Free - Brothers In Arms FIRST REACTION! (BEST ONE YET!!)

[@julierodda5826]

I did hear this at a funeral for a calvary officer and Army chaplain. Helping our soldiers go to yhe final home. You should listen again just for the sake of the song and melodies. The rises and falls, the wall of sound, the utter beauty.

[@intermenater]

He's a mortally wounded soldier, saying farewell to his comrades. He's half dead, half ghost, that's why you see the window thru him. He realizes his fellow soldiers will have to bury him in the hills, tho he would rather be with his people where he felt at home. He questions the logic of war and killing "Brothers in arms" of the opposing side. It's not Death Valley, BTW. & Thanx for your reaction.

[@cindyknudson2715]

Those moments when Tim and Chance are silhouetted against the window remind me of the POW/MIA flag. The flag is flown in the video too.

[@judyhausler7057]

This arrangement >s intended to honor the fallen soldiers from the conflicts around the world.

[@vickiroman189]

To me, HF raised their own bar with this one.

[@dianeritthaler7792]

This is A MASTERPIECE By HOMEFREE. When Chance says you did not desert me my Brothers in Arms. POWERFUL

[@buddystewart2020]

This song was inspired by the Falklands War, which was going on when Dire Straits lead singer Mark Knopfler wrote the song. The Falklands War was a conflict between Argentina and the UK over islands off the coast of Argentina that each country claimed rights to. The islands are British territories, but in 1982 Argentina tried to reclaim one of the islands. Britain reclaimed their territories, but lost 258 soldiers in the conflict. In this song, Mark Knopfler sings about a soldier who is dying on the battlefield, surrounded by his comrades, who remain by his side as he slips away.

[@debbiehall9091]

This is a tribute to all who serve their country.

[@jennywren7822]

You got there in the end. This is about a soldier DYING in the Falklands war between Britain and Argentina and talking to the men round him, his comrades in arms. Not a laughing matter. Theres more to this song than the harmonies and voices. Heartbreaking.....

[@TheDivayenta]

I think they’ve learned a thing or two from Peter Hollens. Their collab with him on I Still Haven’t Found What I’m Looking For is one of the most joyful things I’ve ever seen . With full Patreon choir!!!!!!

[@ppresley9208]

Harmony perfection ... try their "Helplessly Hoping" for another stunning performance !!!!

[@primalmojo9599]

That was the first one I thought of when they asked for more like this as well!!

[@mgreene1409]

@@primalmojo9599 Me too.

[@blessednation4936]

Standing in front of the windows lets you know they are dead and singing from the grave. Masterful.

[@teresacartwright5406]

It's such a beautiful, sad song that it reminds me of an elegy. It was originally written about the Falklands war. By the way, the line is "My home is the lowlands and always will be" - that is, a grave - the singer is dead.

[@teresacartwright5406]

P.S. - Watch some of their live concert videos - such as "Mayday (Live)", "Love Me Like That" (an original by Austin about a hard break-up) and "Tiimeless/Try Everything". I'd love to see them live and they can do the same harmonies live.

[@AreYouKittenMeRtNow]

Forget walking into heaven, this is what you’ll hear entering Valhal Nice reaction even though it took you a minute to catch on to the lyrics lol

[@jackiebenefield6852]

Take a listen to Home Free….Crazy!!!!!!!!!

[@YBPlaysMusic]

Hi Jackie! I got good news for you, I've already done multiple reactions to Home Free! ;)

[@chadkeymon5939]

Yes, definitely Helplessly Hoping

[@melodieclay1739]

November 11 of every year, Americans celebrate Veterans Day, where we celebrate our military veterans past and present. This was released as a track from their summer album “Land of the Free”, but the video was released as a tribute for Veterans Day. Home Free loves and respects our military. Haunting perfection!

[@candilunsford2878]

This group has made me cry more than all the others I listen to combined. Tim's low bass and the minor chording just add so much to an already beautiful song. What a tribute!

[@intermenater]

Others "sound" good. They make you feel. And in this case, it's important, but doesn't feel "good". Churning inside for me.

[@tonimccoy9778]

You two should try to show a little more respect for the subject matter they are singing about..I guess folks like you just don't get it..Toni's husband

[@kellywilliams364]

This was released for Veterans Day. It was tribute to our soldiers.

[@nevillerichards1742]

Not just yours, in fact it was British soldiers in the Falklands

[@ohseedee27]

For more five-part harmonies you need to hear Helplessly Hoping, How Great Thou Art, and Seven Bridges Road. All are stellar, but I think Brothers in Arms has become my favorite. Adam Rupp has a small solo in How Great Thou Art. He sings quite often when he's not providing percussion. Also, if you haven't already, check out their version of the Christmas song Do You Hear What I Hear, which he arranged. It's amazing. Great reaction!

[@garywheble4534]

Dire straits came out with this in 1985 to most of us who were in the army at the time and who had gone to the Falklands in 1982 this song was for them and our loss and for the poor Argentine loss of there conscripted army who did not want to be there

[@itzel1735]

One of my favorite reactions to this Home Free song. You guys aren’t just average listeners / watchers.

[@babyfry4775]

Hauntingly beautiful. Home Free is known for their harmonies. This is a Dire Strait song from the 80’s. It’s about the Falkland war. That is guitar driven where this is voice driven. It’s so beautiful and brings tears to the eyes. This was released for our Veterans Day in the US (November 11). Loved Tim’s low notes. Loved the echoes. Loved the black and white film. Tim and Chance looked ghost like in the windows. Helplessly Hoping, How Great Thou Art, In the Blood, What We Ain’t Got to hear more great harmonies. Also for Christmas, Do You Hear What I Hear, Angels We Have Heard on High, What Child is This. Good reaction guys!

[@hammertime615]

Some other "just harmonies" vids are "Helplessly Hoping" and "Auld Lang Syne" . Also i love :In the Blood"

[@YBPlaysMusic]

Thx for the suggestion, William! We'll definitely look into some of those in future videos!

[@hammertime615]

@@YBPlaysMusic This was a huge hit for Dire Straits...surprised u never heard it

[@tomhansen4576]

Previous to this, HF had done Helplessly Hoping, and the popular New Year's song Auld Lang Syne, which were sung by all 5 with out any beatboxing. Both are beautiful A Capella works of art, but this is a true masterpiece and the best HF has done yet according to many comments and reactions I have seen. HF has over 150 videos and every single one will never disappoint. One may have an issue with a particular song they may not like, but never with the performances of Home Free. With HF, they don't do covers, they do upgrades. Oh, and their originals are just a great.

[@marylee7467]

When Adam is not beatboxibg you know it's going to 5 brilliant voices in harmony

[@janegreene2838]

This is a tribute to veterans and those who died in battle. In America, Veterans' Day was November 11.

[@sheliaspringer7389]

TIM FOUST, THE BASS, has a 5 octave range. He can sing tenor as well as bass! He should be singing this low and growly. In the original by DIRE STRAITS the depth is carried by a guitar! It is about death during the WAR BETWEEN ENGLAND and the FALKLAND ISLANDS. TIM is dying in the song...therefore the ghostlike look through the windows. This is even better than the original. It is so hauntingly beautiful! Thank you for your reaction, it was very good! Also, THANK YOU to our Soldiers for your service and your families that are left behind!

[@tassilo5949]

The song is a masterpiece of Home Free. The fantastic harmonies, on point. And then the voices of Tim and Chance, phenomenal. But Tim's super low tones make for an absolutely perfect goosebump feeling, what a voice - wow 💥

[@joyvanderveer2282]

I would strongly recommend you check out their cover of "Go rest high on that mountain ". The harmonies and emotions are just as incredible.

[@pancho7400]

As a soldier I can appreciate this song on such a deep level. God bless you yall God bless Home Free and may God bless our country

[@janethoffman4197]

Done like only Home Free could! Hauntingly beautiful!

[@terrichristenson432]

So Powerful and emotional, haunting and amazing !!! We are fools to make war on our Brothers in Arms, what a waste of lives war is !!! This was released prior to our Veterans Day which is November 11th. Home Free is the Best of the best and I think this is their Materpiece.

[@vickiadkins9844]

A masterpiece from Home Free

[@brendagrothier967]

Good harmonies doesn't really describe the vocals in this. Haunting, heart felt.

[@carinalindberg7377]

At one level it does, though. It's not sufficient, but it's still an accurate description.

[@loevet2]

I have listened to Home Free for 5 years now, and yes, they still amaze me!

[@charleneclaassen]

The window fade turns Tim into a ghost (a dying soldier). The high harmonies in the middle really stun me.

[@joycemcgovern4167]

Yes they are great

[@lisarenee2227]

I finally saw them 2 weeks ago today for the first time! It was so amazing! I’m still recovering. Great reaction!

[@dagmar.6954]

I have always loved this song by Dire Straits but think Home Free did an excellent version of this song. Tim's natural bass was awesome & so were all the guys doing 5 part harmonies.

[@YBPlaysMusic]

Yeah, after listening to both, I also love both versions, although they're so different!

[@melissacaddell2604]

This is by far my favorite by them. It's beautifully done.

[@biancayazypereiraakaziky5448]

Angels singing in Heavenly realms

[@candilunsford2878]

Home Free is incredible. The depth of their sound will just make you speechless. I love listening to a cappella groups for that reason. Don't forget VoicePlay in there. Their versions of Hoist the Colours and the Halo theme will boggle your mind.

[@johnbeaulieu2404]

The song was written by the British band Dire Straits during the Falklands War between Britain and Argentina where Argentina invaded and captured the Falkland Islands. Britain then took the islands back by force.

[@sherryarflin726]

If you haven’t already checked it out. Helplessly Hoping and Mayday are two that will really get your attention. Totally worth it. Well anything they’ve done is worth reacting to.

[@nancypriddy4382]

And an organ by the name of Tim arrived. Tim is amazing. Love your reaction.

[@musiclovingnurse2802]

This was a song originally released in 1985 by Dire Staights and it was about the undeclared war in 1982, in the Falkland Islands between Great Britain and Argentina. Too often, wars are senseless! And this was the way a popular group at the time could get their message out to the masses.

[@Qmocean]

Helplessly Hoping, How Great Thou Art, and Go Rest High On That Mountain. All done with 5 part harmonies.

[@Tribblepuppy]

ThisDire Straits song is a tribute to the Falklands war and the lives lost. The 'echo' is done with their voices, no artificial techno-babble used in their songs.

[@kristenmcdonald7202]

Great reaction and good job memorizing the names! If you eventually watch Avi as a solo artist, check out "Change on the Rise". Also love the funny clips at the end.

[@carolchatham7766]

Glad u found Home Free love these guys try. ONE MAN BAND. MY CHURCH. WHEN A MAN LOVES A WOMAN IF like Adam Rupp try his drum solo have fun

[@sheliaspringer7389]

If you haven't covered the new "MARY, DID YOU KNOW?" BY the way, they have a catalogue of way over 200 songs. If you want to hear deep, listen to "MISTY MOUNTAINS" with Peter Hollens and Tim Foust. The last note is so deep that my phone was shaking! lol PLEASE EXPLORE and go down the HOMEFREE rabbit hole so you can get to truely know their songs and ability. Another fantastic song you should react to is "EVERYBODY WALKING THIS LAND". IT IS AMAZING AND IN A WAY COMPARABLE TO BROTHERS AT ARMS!

[@kataa.]

So good❤️ You should also check My country 'tis of thee. Great harmonies in that one too, and Adam has a sólo singing part 😊 His singing voice is somewhere between Austin and Rob.

[@KayOhio]

These harmonies are so beautiful that I could listen to them all day. Thanks for your reaction!

[@lesleeestes1031]

Oh Holy Night, Mary did you know,.

[@megankelley7363]

God gave them these voices.

[@debbienorris7307]

Always enjoy your reactions!! HF is just getting better and better. 🔥

[@YBPlaysMusic]

Thx so much, Debbie! They apparently are indeed!

[@miamidolphinsfan]

Guys, loved your reaction....very on point ! This was written by Mark Knopler of Dire Straits for the war dead from the UK after the Falklands War in 1982. LOLOLOL funny stuff at the end

[@YBPlaysMusic]

Thx So much Kevin for the kind words! Oh thx for the info, didn't know it that detailed but it sounds like it must have been an immens inspiration of an event (of a negative situation of course). And glad you enjoyed the funny moments! ;p

[@miamidolphinsfan]

@@YBPlaysMusic guys react to the original....Home Free's ohhhhh & ahhhhh's replace the guitar solo in the original version, it's beautiful as well

[@GunnvorLarsen]

love Tim's voice so much❤

[@helgatornkvizt5412]

This reaction makes me sure you're going to LOVE "Helplessly hoping". Always lovely to see you boys!

[@babydoll8714]

You will love Mayday by Home Free

[@teamalicia1244]

Heaven is real guys. Praise Jesus. Great reaction. Check out Go Rest High On That Moubtain.

[@bessiesobjack8647]

This is hauntingly beautiful… love your reactions too. 🎼🎶🎄🎵

[@chrisharrell725]

The song was suppose to be from the prospective of a dying soldier and his fellow soldiers were there for him as he died

[@jorimdelaere4325]

This one was SO GOOD! Still thinking about that song! And about my fluffy hairs hahaha!

[@lisarenee2227]

It was fluffy @Jorim Delaere. Adorable, 😄

[@jorimdelaere4325]

@@lisarenee2227 Hahaha thanks for the fluffy support xD

[@brianday5982]

Helplessly Hoping is amazing

[@PatriciaKing-zc2xk]

I may be a little late but this is my take on this song since the first time i heard it: The photography depicts a veteran cemetary which I myself have been employed by. The transparacies by the window depicts the spirits of fallen soldiers saying their final goidby to this world with a final message to us fools on earth. Having lost people in WWII, Viet Nam i can relate wholeheartedly..

[@PatriciaKing-zc2xk]

PS...I love Dire Straits, but whining guitars do not enhance the meaning of the song.

[@loriloy7097]

Keep checking out Home Free they are fantastic live! Man of constant sorrow really shows some of their talents

[@Diane-d3p]

Shhhhh. Listen first, then comment!

[@melissaeckel6311]

Adam has a beautiful singing voice

[@garrymoore2161]

I'll make two comments. First: A farmer from the Lowlands figures he would grow old there and die. But he and his friends answer their nation's call to arms. Sent to the mist-covered mountains, they battle an enemy set of brothers in arms. He falls in a battle. Dieing there, he realizes he will never see home again. The song opening is set up.

[@garrymoore2161]

Second, we are not just listening to his thoughts; the singers with windows behind them visible represent the fallen from countless wars. This haunting lyrics turn from the fallen soldier to introspective about how futile is war (created by politicians but fought by comment men). The ending lyrics talking about how the enemy is also brothers in arms and "We are fools to make war on our brothers in arms".

[@joanwharff6483]

They only get Better & BETTER 💥🔥‼️

[@freckles7184]

Aren’t they wonderful?!? I’m a Home Fry. Try Seven Bridges. It has flawless harmony. What am I saying? All their songs are off the charts excellent!!! They never disappoint. Glad you like them too.

[@spearhead30]

Tim and Chance were singing to their comrades who survived the battle. They did not, hence the photography.

[@tedharvick9010]

Try their cover of I Can't Outrun You. Different harmonies, but deep and rich. And their version of How Great Thou Art, will blow you away.

[@manueldeterra5090]

A seldom mentioned aspect of their videos is the cinematography involved. The transparency you mentioned is meant to suggest that these are the deceased spirits of those who died.

[@pattymesagal2654]

harmonies Helplessly Hoping and Auld Lang Syne two very beautiful renditions

[@mollyquinn8514]

Written about the war in the Faulkland Islands.

[@bethcoussou]

I really enjoyed your reaction to this one! Of course, this is a very special video, and I agree that it is their best cover to date, and the video is very good, too! I get chills during the echo part every time, and sometimes in the part where they’re singing the crescendo harmonies right before the echo and Tim goes down really low! It’s so powerful!

[@YBPlaysMusic]

Indeed Beth, a totally love this video from them! I had a ton of chills too!

[@toddhutchins2492]

Since it's close to Christmas, check out "Do You Hear What I Hear." Adam wrote the arrangement. The melodies are awesome as well as the bass line.

[@RobertRRay]

Try their "Go Rest High On That Mountain"....it also has those harmonies...

[@DanielBrown-sn9op]

Listen to the words. Brothers In Arms is an anti war song, and a song of sadness by a soldier. ."....We're fools to make war on our brothers in arms"

[@YBPlaysMusic]

Indeed, we were so engaged in the harmonies that we didn't get everything from the lyrics in this first listen. Though, we've listened to it quite a couple of times again afterwards. Thx for the info, Daniel!

[@glennspreeman1634]

last line!!!!! Tim sang this from a grave, his own!!

[@sharonhartless2436]

I see you like harmonies. I think you would like their cover of HOW GREAT THOU ART! its STUNNING ❤️

[@YBPlaysMusic]

I already have done that one!😉

[@ronin9380]

This song is being sung by a fallen soldier...that's why you can see through them

[@carolyngregory9092]

PLEASE REACT TO MORE HOME FREE!!!!! They have such a following your utube channel will explode with all of us Home Fries!❤

[@Aprlmoore]

No worries, guys. You'll continually be amazed. I'm sure others have suggested these but check out Helplessly Hoping, Blue Ain't Your Color, or How Great Thou Art (if you haven't). still, there are far too many to cover in ust one comment . (Guess you'll just have to keep reacting?)

[@timothynevins3778]

this was done for Veterans day and what you are asking about are graves of falling soliders

[@invinciblefeelings1439]

This song is 🔥 thank you for your reaction 😊

[@andyjohnson3451]

Home Free mayday

[@minneyruth]

❤❤

[@tonyb980]

Helplessly hoping has this kind of harmonies but not quite as many as this. How great thou art is also beautiful. Adam Rupp sings in all of them.

[@momD612]

Some of that high tenor is also Adam Rupp, the beatboxer. He sings rarely, but ohhhh so sweet when he does! He does a little solo part in how great thou art. 😉🥰

[@Gorillagrr]

Anything from HomeFree is fantastic, check out How Great Thou Art if you are looking for heavenly sounds.

[@belinda9696]

Tim Foust got some really low bass and his range is a crazy 5 octaves.

[@pamelagoodman7559]

Perhaps a fun one next? The Butts medley for pure entertainment and great vocals

[@kristipenwell8611]

I promise you...you will continue to be amazed by Home Free. They like to have fun with their music but they are also extremely serious when it comes to the things they believe in. You have no idea what you're missing. I cant begin to tell you how much they have changed my life. There is NO OTHER vocal group like Home Free. Pentatonix is good but they're no Home Free. I challenge you to listen to more of them.They do not disappoint. I may even subscribe if I see you giving them a fair shot. Actually...I'm going to subscribe and see if you do.

[@MrDavePed]

Here are my favorites by Pentatonix: Carol of the Bells (Christmas) (14 November 2012) The Wizard of Ahhhs by Todrick Hall ft. Pentatonix (16 July 2013) Daft Punk Medley (4 November 2013 Grammy winner) Mary, Did You Know? (Christmas) (11 November 2014) Hallelujah (Christmas) (21 October 2016) Bohemian Rhapsody (7 April 2017) Matt replaces Avi as bass Havana (23 February 2018) The Sound of Silence (15 February 2019) Can You Feel the Love Tonight? (23 August 2019) God Only Knows (Oct 25, 2019) Blinding Lights (1 July 2020) Dreams (22 July 2020) Amazing Grace (5 November 2020) also.. Home Free produces some GREAT a cappella covers such as.. Ring of Fire featuring Avi Kaplan (25 July 2014) Adam Chance replaces Chris Rupp Thank God I'm a Country Boy (5 August 2016) How Great Thou Art (28 October 2016) Mayday (17 November 2017) Helplessly Hoping (27 April 2018) Man of Constant Sorrow (28 September 2018) Take Me Home, Country Roads (11 July 2019) Go Rest High On That Mountain (3 April 2020) Folsom Prison Blues (25 September 2020) American Pie featuring Don McLean (3 February 2021) When a Man Loves a Woman (12 February 2021) Crazy (30 July 2021) My Country, 'tis of Thee (24 September 2021) Brothers in Arms (29 October 2021) ** Also.. check out another a cappella group called Voiceplay. My favorite of theirs is Oogie Boogie's Song. Also, their bass singer Geoff Castellucci has produced some great ones including The Headless Horseman Sixteen Tons Blackbird Monster Mash Thanks ! ..

[@barbdahl9245]

Helplessly Hoping

[@YBPlaysMusic]

Thx for the suggestion, Barb! :D

[@melissadenton7464]

Good harmonys I would recommend helplessly hoping or my country tis of thee