James Blunt "MONSTERS" HIT ME HARD | Artist Reaction & Analysis

[@wettuga2762]

Not a single reaction with dried eyes, it's amazing how this song makes everyone cry, it just shows how powerful music can be. James Blunt is one of the best at what he does.

[@jacquelinevanbierk]

He really does. 💔

[@VincentManiscalco]

James wouldn’t let them edit this video. This video was done in one take !! this is by far the most powerful emotional video I’ve ever seen, and your reaction is absolutely sincere and beautiful

[@jacquelinevanbierk]

Thank you so much James. I'm glad they kept the video as is.

[@VincentManiscalco]

@@jacquelinevanbierk You’re welcome and yes the raw emotion is heartbreaking and beautiful at the same time

[@C5films]

WRONG....this was done in FIVE takes. James explains this in his own reaction to the video.

[@VincentManiscalco]

@@C5films Wrong 1 take !!!

[@facts-ec4yi]

WRONG.... this was done it 1 take @@C5films

[@z-man2343]

I was a stoic, 60 year-old man when I heard this song for the first time, four months after my father passed. I cried harder than I ever had before, and I still get very emotional every time I watch someone react to it. Yours was a genuine, heartbreaking reaction, and I cried right along with you.

[@raymondking2992]

Me to I'm 61 lost my dad to parkingsons 9 years ago watched him slowly fade away died in front of me.i watch these different people show this an there reactions I'm bawling like a baby God I miss my dad.i think I needed this video I've tried to forget the pain.but this video well wow.i will cherish every day as I live with my mum who's 80.i feel I couldn't go through that again.make everyday count people bless .maybe we needed this video.😢😢😢😢

[@fredholland7525]

Me too brother. I grew up in a nightmare existence because of my dad. When he passed I felt nothing (2011) not until I encountered this song. I found some forgiveness to a man who had his monsters too, only there was no help for him like there was for me. this song breaks me every time I hear it.

[@gpegbeez7368]

Ok I'm not alone

[@lutdesimpelaere2947]

It’s normal to break down and cry when you listen to this song, it rips your heart out but it’s really beautiful at the same time. What a great artist.

[@jacquelinevanbierk]

He really is an amazing artist. Thank you for watching ;)

[@Hobodeluxe960]

I'd worry about anyone who didn't cry hearing this.

[@taylormadevibe]

Most emotional song I’ve ever heard in my life, hands down. First heard it as a 33 year old man I just started sobbing uncontrollably. We’ve all heard some powerful tracks in music but this one just hit sooooo hard when it came out. Just a beautiful song that so many can relate to. Great reaction. We are right there with you. ❤️ 😢 🥹 😊

[@jacquelinevanbierk]

I agree. 💗

[@Proteus2905]

When ever I watch this and are not able to see clearly because of the tears I need to remind myself that James sang this as a goodbye to his dad but he actually saved his life. Because of this song a distant relative shows up as a donor and because of this song his dad stayed with him alive and well.

[@jacquelinevanbierk]

Amazing! Love this so much! Thank you.

[@wisdomwisher]

"The time has gone." Has there ever been a sadder lyric? Beautiful, heartbreak of a reaction. Thank you.

[@jacquelinevanbierk]

I know :( Thank YOU!

[@lynnieb]

Yes……his song, You’re Beautiful, that he sang at his partner of 32 years’ funeral! He sure can write sad songs!

[@jessieball6195]

@@lynnieb this song is at least 20 times sadder than "Beautiful".

[@jamesbarfield6870]

What a wonderful reaction. We shared a tear or two with this memory of our lost. The empathy is true when we feel the emotion that tears our hearts for our lost. It was great to share with a kindred heart. 🌹🌹🌹

[@bobbiemarsden4340]

This song hit me hard also sweetheart. I lost my father and he was in my arms when he passed and I'm so happy that I was there for him, he was not alone😢😢❤

[@LMCSM]

I discovered this beautiful song yesterday. I don't think I've ever fallen in love with a song more, I've been searching and watching people's reactions all day and that's when I came across you for the first time. You have a beautiful aura, so emotional and pure. I sobbed along with you. I don't think I'll ever be able to hear this song without crying, it's so hauntingly beautiful ❤

[@jacquelinevanbierk]

Thank you so much! Same!

[@jamessceeles4397]

He doesn't force us to listen, but rather compels us to pay greater attention to the lyrics and the story. The emotion resonates long after the song ends. Simply heartrending and beautiful. No one is truely ever gone when we continue to hold them in our hearts. ✨💖🌹🙏🏻🇺🇸

[@geoffmower8729]

I'm a 63 year old man and I'm balling my eyes out.😭😭This song takes me right back to the day when my farther died of a heart attack. Unfortunately the day my farther past away I wasn't there. My friends invited me out that night and the last time I saw him he was angry with me because mom had already made dinner and I decided to go out with my friends. So I never got to say goodbye.

[@jacquelinevanbierk]

I'm so sorry to hear that. I'm sure you have talked to him and he has forgiven you. Also forgive yourself. Sending you much love.

[@thedonleroy]

This is one of the most emotional songs I have ever heard. I have watched reactions to this song dozens of times & it gets me every time. I lost my Dad 18 years ago & this brings me right back to that time. Your emotional reaction to this video is the best one I've watched & I was crying along with you. Loved it.

[@jacquelinevanbierk]

Thank you. Much love to you.

[@bevalexander5897]

I’ve watched this video dozens of times. Still cry. When James referred to his dad as Daddy, I break every time.

[@jacquelinevanbierk]

I know 😢

[@jeffstevens4262]

This amazing , powerful and emotional song always get's me choked up no matter how many times I watch the video. All those of us who never got to say a proper goodbye to our dads (or mums) have their hearts ripped out by this song, and remember, he refused to use 'Auto-Tune' because he wanted the whole thing to be 100% real, raw and genuine. James and his dad were both former UK military guys, and served in Kosovo. I heard that James donated all the proceeds of this video to the UK charity 'Help For Heroes' who do so much wonderful work for ex-servicemen & women here in the UK, and God bless him for that. What a man!

[@jacquelinevanbierk]

Thank you for sharing this, autotune would've cheapened the message and what an honorable thing to do. Love hearing stories like this.

[@bigredfella13]

I've listened about 500 times and cried 498 times

[@EdwinSemidey]

This song gets me everytime, I lost my father as well. it still affects me 15 yrs later

[@jacquelinevanbierk]

Same, I lost my dad in 2006, feels like yesterday ;(

[@donjoslyn4054]

It pierces my soul and the light leaks out.

[@cleveroliveira6727]

What an emotional reaction! I cried with you, Jacque. Lots of love from Brazil.

[@jacquelinevanbierk]

Lot's of love back ❤ Thank you for watching !

[@susanellis1930]

I appreciate your review and your sharing your experience. James Blunt has away of uniting people with shared experiences. He is a great singer songwriter and reviews such as yours are a testament to the power of his music. I was with my Dad sitting on the floor when he passed away waiting for the ambulance. They revived him but he died on the way to the hospital. I home hospiced my mom during covid with stage 4 cancer and I feel blessed to spend that last year holding her hand and heart. Our tears are a way to heal our hearts. No greater tribute to the impact someone had in our lives.

[@laurasmith2522]

I love this song and jave seen alot of reactors watch it, however no one has spoke whats in my heart after seeing it the first time until i watched you. And how true and beautiful the review you gave. Thank you

[@jacquelinevanbierk]

Thank you Laura!

[@tcat6133]

It’s a brilliant, masterpiece in songwriting..so simple but heart-wrenching and emotional truth spoken. Thank you for your reaction ❤️😢

[@davidricks7128]

James's dad who had only recently been diagnosed with stage 4 kidney disease and was not expected to survive, although they did eventually find a donor and he made it. Both James and his dad are former officers in the British military. First time I heard this was 3 days after my Dad passed away and it broke me I lost my Dad 4 years ago this August after he fell and hit his head sadly he didn't survive it caused a bleed on his brain I sadly never had the chance to tell him I loved him and that hurts but i know he is at peace now.

[@jacquelinevanbierk]

I'm so sorry about your dad, my deepest condolences and much love, strength and healing to you and your family !

[@Earl.J.Hickeyy]

Sorry for your lost. GOD bless you!

[@frankjensen5991]

I don't know where this got started about this being the first time his dad heard it. James have talked about this on multiple interviews and that is not what happened. This was not the first time his dad heard it. This song is so good that it doesn't need this added fake story. I assume you think this is true as many people do, as it has sort of spread as a part of this story.

[@davidricks7128]

@@frankjensen5991Just going of what I heard but I have altered my comment now

[@davidricks7128]

@@jacquelinevanbierk Awww Thank You for your condolences and your lovely comment x

[@stevegoebel5362]

OMG! I've seen this video many times. Watching your reaction brought an emotion to me about my childhood i didn't want to acknowledge. You have shown me that even in darkness there is light. Thank you!!

[@jacquelinevanbierk]

Thank you! There always is ❤

[@eggrollin]

Such sincere reaction, all while providing professional analysis.

[@peterdore8690]

I stumbled across this song shortly after my father passed last August I’ve watched umpteen reactions to it since each time I end up a quivering wreck I don’t know why I put myself through it. Yours was a beautiful reaction thank you ❤️

[@jacquelinevanbierk]

Thank you. My deepest condolences. Sending you love and healing.

[@peterdore8690]

@@jacquelinevanbierk Thank you ❤️

[@TheBachBabe]

Your feelings are so sweet and genuine. Never apologize for tears. This song is meant to give you the feels. It is a therapeutic trip into our hearts and minds. Most of us have probably watched several reactions for this video. Please embrace your feelings and the catharsis this video and song can bring. I really enjoyed your reaction.

[@fredholland7525]

Thanks for the good cry. We both needed it.

[@danielcrow4247]

I was on duty as a military policeman stationed in Germany in 1986 when I received the call that my father had died. I've since lost five immediate family members and eleven extended family members. It's truly a beautiful and powerful song/video.

[@TheVosack]

The first time I saw this I was crying after the first verse. When it showed his dad, it sucked the breath out of my lungs. I actually gasped. This is the MOST powerful song (and video) I've ever seen.

[@karencalder8540]

I have seen so many reactions to this and I cry every time. Its absolutely a masterpiece

[@jaqikennedy9990]

Your reaction & comments were so meaningful & sincere.... I know its been 7 months since you did this but Im still going to send a hug 🤗

[@jaredpeterson380]

Love the way you went back to the beginning and back to the parts that hit you hardest. Beautiful job!

[@101scetch]

Hi there. I just found your channel and wanted to say that I like what you do because you do it so well (especially your reaction videos). I don’t know if you heard after you. Did this particular reaction video to James Blunt but his father is on the mend and he’s doing very well now. In the video, that was his real dad, and apparently the lyrics were written by Jameses sister. On a lighter note. Did you know that James blunt actually put his sister on eBay? LOL. There’s a long story behind it but it wasn’t out of sibling rivalry. He did it as a favour for her. Please keep your videos coming because I really enjoy them. Please take care of yourself and blessings to you from England.

[@VincentManiscalco]

His father was sitting next to him the whole time and yes, that’s his real father. And yes, those are real tears.

[@jacquelinevanbierk]

💖💖💖

[@Heathen.Deity.]

It was also the very first time his father had heard or read any of the melody or lyrics. They were his father’s first reactions. It’s also a song that saved his life. Gets me every time, especially the monsters line and calling his father “daddy”. Daddy can be seen a rather juvenile term, but it cuts to the core of how he sees himself with his father.

[@timmygun795]

Loved the reaction. Thank you for sharing. _Let there be no darkness in your heart_

[@douglasrobarge5597]

Much love, oh boy, I can only watch that so often. Bless you ❤. Always love your reactions

[@jacquelinevanbierk]

Thank you so much!

[@runtmc2jc]

thank you for your heartfelt reaction.

[@chicknwyre]

Thank you for your honest reaction. It's refreshing to know that so many of us feel the way you do in spite of how we are "told" we should feel. We love and cherish each other, as we should!

[@jacquelinevanbierk]

I appreciate you. Thank you 💗

[@v3ndeta40]

i never have had my dad in my life but it makes me cry so power full

[@jacquelinevanbierk]

Much love to you. This song hits hard.

[@v3ndeta40]

@@jacquelinevanbierk it really dose

[@williamrust5922]

You have a good heart, and your emotions are a genuine reaction to genuine song. I am sorry you lost your Dad. I have three grown children that are probably older than you are, so I take life one day at a time. Bless you.

[@jamescraig-m2c]

That was one of the most beautiful reaction I have seen

[@jacquelinevanbierk]

Thank you so much.

[@billhead8134]

Awesome reaction, I also lost my father in 2017,he had cancer but wouldn't tell me trying to protect me at 48 years old, I drive a big truck for a living and doctors told me to hurry home,the closer i got they would call me when he became unstable and when I got to the hospital and went to his room the door somehow wouldn't open then a a minute later the nurse came out and said he just passed, I'm glad people get to say goodbye to their loved ones because I never had the chance. Bill

[@jacquelinevanbierk]

I'm so sorry Bill. My deepest condolences. Sending much love and healing your way.

[@Lu6771]

❤

[@neilperry2224]

When you cry over music, depending on the emotions, within it. Its a special part of your emotion centre in your brain, that has a link with whatever music you are watching, or listening to.

[@annettelane]

I'm glad. You are emotional it gets me every time

[@cydrych]

“…while you’re sleeping I’ll try to make you proud…” When his dad looks him in the eye, smiles and gives a little nod it breaks me me. Every time.

[@Jamienomore]

Heart felt Reactions are the Best.

[@PHOENIXDARKFIRE5000]

Please don’t feel bad for crying. I’m a 51-year-old male Australia Australian army veteran who served for 28 years I spent my teen years living on the streets street fighting to survive and James Blunt has a way of bringing me to tears every time. His song goodbye my lover is the number one played song in the world at funerals. He has a unique gift of conveying sadness in a unique and beautiful way with his original tone of voice is amazing lyric writing and his videos. I suggest you check out that song and react to it if you like his music

[@naturemacro]

You are beautiful.And i dont just mean your face.That was the most beautiful genuine reaction video ive ever seen.Thank you and wish u all the best.Subbed.

[@ronaldkatsuki7413]

Idk how many times I've cried hearing this song... 😣😣😣

[@ronaldhowey8852]

Sweetie you won't be the last person to break while hearing this song. You obviously loved your father very deeply.

[@ellisdimond8037]

This is the first video games I've seen of yours and I didn't know about this song until I heard about it via an American Idol clip when Iam Tongi sang the song as a tribute to his father Rodney

[@douglasmays3597]

I appreciate your reaction, my FIL was the closest to a dad I ever had! I lived this song! You are beautiful and genuine and never change! Thank you

[@luskentyre65]

This stirs my soul x

[@mcove09]

Wow! I love my 3 kids with all of my heart and do my best for them, I would hate to see them cry, but my goodness I would love to see their reaction to this song when eventually pass a long long time from now!

[@dianacampbell5784]

i cant help but cry, i lost my dad years ago now, but i didnt get to say goodbye and tell him things i wanted him to know, it's so hard to live the rest of your life, not being able to talk to them ever again x

[@laurad189]

Thank you for your honesty, your heart shines. I am a nurse, and I wish more people would come and see the people that are passing.

[@donaldduck2139]

this song definitely hits most people the same way at the same time...no matter how many times you play it...if guys that know me well seen me listening to this, they wouldn't believe how it affects me...but then again it probably knocks them hard as well...cheers for the company.. . . . I always liked his song 'Wiseman'.

[@jacquelinevanbierk]

Thank you.

[@omarmendez9390]

I believe we all have a similar reaction when we hear or watch this video for the first time and then replay it repeatedly. As an emotional person, I find myself crying every single time I watch it. I really love James Blunt´s performance.

[@waynejones1054]

This song gets everyone. It certainly did me.❤

[@KathrynLiz1]

I wasn't there when bot my parents died, and this song says it all..... makes me cry every time.....

[@nm9414]

I lost my dad too, so your words and emotions really resonate-thank you ❤

[@jacquelinevanbierk]

My deepest condolences, Much love!

[@Moonbeamchild8]

Just wanted to hug you this whole time. Thank you for sharing your heart with us.

[@Vent330]

It's just beautiful, so pertinent to all who have said goodbye to their dad's, I think of my daddy every day and miss his beautiful face 😍 I have nothing to forgive him for, he was the best dad in the whole world

[@Scaredycat55]

Thank you suffering is truly a personal thing and for the beholder it definitely can be an awakening and a source of growth that can not be found anywhere else. God Bless

[@jjdecani]

I used to think James Blunt was a joke until I saw this video.

[@Vent330]

Me too !

[@user-lq4lq9br5w]

My dad has stage 4 lung cancer and it' has spread everywhere.I'm not sure how much longer he has.I heard this song for the first time just days ago.I will play this song for my dad when the time is right.😢❤ Thank you James Blunt.

[@richardnadin]

His best song ever. Makes me cry everytime.

[@johnm9915]

I love this video. Thank you for your open reaction Jacqueline. I lost my father 15 years ago but only heard the song 3 years ago. It had huge impact on me just as a song. Seeing this video a year later was a huge bonus. Just a masterpiece in my opinion. But it was a collaboration, so my hat is off to everyone involved. What a gift to us all who must live through such. I am adding links to other songs that I think are incredible. Some are actually just instrumentals. Maybe not appropriate for reaction. Not sure, but just wanting so share them: On the last one... I think some bad choices were made in making the otherwise incredible video... but would be interested in hearing a woman's perspective on that. Four very different songs here: 1) Pink Floyd - David Gilmour's guitar solo on "Comfortably Numb" in concert. 2) "Classical Gas" by Mason Williams; also an instrumental. 3) "Somethin' in the Air" by Mike Younger: A song lost to the decades that I think should be revived with a video attached. 4) "The Bluest Blues". Alvin Lee on lead guitar and George Harrison on slide guitar. I am going to try to promote these songs everywhere. I hope this is appropriate. 1) kzbin.info/www/bejne/m3mueGp7gt2KjZo 2) kzbin.info/www/bejne/e3bdqqWmm9eDe6s 3) kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZpDShYuAn9-kpcU 4) kzbin.info/www/bejne/aZ3dZKOuacmHi5o

[@Titoppan]

Lost my dad back in 2011. And when this sobg released i was baffled in tears.

[@raymondchooka_ray6230]

After finding this song 1 day ago, I cannot stop watching and I can't stop crying. This is what it is to be human, life just comes down to the closeness of people from the first breath to our last. Somehow we get lost in chasing the 'things' and do not invest enough in our humanity. Now I am going to find anther persons reaction and subject myself to my reactions to this song.

[@AndrewVine-oz1ox]

It's a challenge not to cry, but I cry every single time 😢 😭

[@garysherwin3316]

Crying out loud with you ❤

[@kylepatterson6380]

Bless you ❤🫵I'm praying for you

[@lairdstephenrousek.r.o.6505]

Always good to cry now and again

[@Earl-r7u]

There is no shame in crying. It is okay. I lost my mom. It's been 11 years and the pain. Still there there is no shame Letting your emotions out it is okay

[@gerardmaire5462]

i feel for you for i stood by my dad when he was in a coma and passed on after 10 days

[@lesjones471]

The thing is it was a real situation at that time.The tears are real too.

[@sanriveratorres]

So sorry for your loss. Keep your head up, you have youth and beauty on your side a magical combination that only a few get to experience.

[@handyman5475]

Bless you young lady! A man that can show his emotions when losing someone close to him will gain respect he never had before!

[@jessicastiles7586]

Goodness i love your input on this song and his delivery. Youre a master for sure ❤

[@jbbutcher8591]

You are the one who is talking about how powerful the part "No need to ..." like a knife cut deep into grieving of the strongest heart. in every details James put on it... so sad and stunning... The time has gone no.4 is broken down and shaking in the sea of tear.

[@ireneooi2170]

I dont understand the hate of him by the music industry. He is such a genuine guy. So talented. He puts out such beautiful and deep felt songs. Cant people just listen and appreciate instead of criticising.

[@mjm19541]

I Loved EVERY second of your video you are a beautiful human being Jacqueline

[@jacquelinevanbierk]

Thank you so much!

[@feedingravens]

And in the last second, you see his dad patting his arm. Even when he is the one who is about to die (but got a kidney due to the video in time), it is still daddy that comforts, it is still daddy that chases the monsters away when all the crew in the room were sobbing helplessly.

[@gable354]

I love you and your raw emotion!

[@gavinholt5428]

Such a beautiful reaction. Thank you for sharing. 😘❤

[@iancremmins4727]

i had not noticed before but James motions to his dad with his head and eyes looking down to his arm in the part of the song where he says he can feel his hand on his arm at 16:57 of this video

[@nvvam7597]

This is my first time ever hearing this song. This song is hauntingly sad ! I guarantee you most people who hear and listen to this song will cry,. This is one of the most powerful song I have ever heard. The most emotional part of this clip for me is at 7:27 - 7:28 when he says " time is gone" You can hear the pain , sorrow and heart break in his voice , and on his face. I know what he is feeling at the moment of the video. Listen to his tone when he said " time is gone ". His expression and tone not only show sadness , but some anger at time itself. He is angry that time didn't slow down for him. He wants to go back in time to re live the memories he had with his father.

[@yvethemetriccrafter688]

I lost my dad 18 years ago and this song gets ne every time , just beautiful.

[@lesjones7617]

Bless you!

[@tommyzoo]

beautiful reaction. Like you it brought back so many memories of my Dads passing and makes me think of how I may impact on my kids late in my life

[@jacquelinevanbierk]

Thank you. Much love! I think all we can do is just live this life the best we can, spending as much time as possible with the ones we love.

[@ShaunComnerley-zi3xr]

This one here is a for-sure tearjerker it's really sad when it comes close to the last words and that's actually his dad they're sitting behind him or beside him and he reaches his hand over and puts it on his arm I don't know how he didn't just start bawling like crazy I absolutely love this song I wish I would have known this was out cuz I lost my dad three years ago I would have had this played at his funeral

[@angelado3]

I have seen this so many times and I still cry

[@annabeavers9590]

I was sobbing with you ❤ I had to subscribe.

[@jacquelinevanbierk]

Thank you.

[@tazz38]

thanks love the song ...lost my dad i feel ur pain x hugs

[@MrAfrojoe89]

God bless you sister thank you for your heart

[@davidsibley7329]

Fantastic reaction. Heart felt. Thanks. New subscriber.

[@21void854]

Thank you for this ❤ love your reaction please more James blunt 🙏

[@micheltessier9570]

Great reaction... raw emotions... When i first encounter this gem, i couldn't stop listening to it and cry like a baby for days...Tks to James for this magnificent song that everybody can relate to...

[@jacquelinevanbierk]

I haven't cried like this in years. Thank you.

[@skillstor9269]

What a beautiful reaction. Thank you!

[@jacquelinevanbierk]

Thank you.