Mama Told Johnny (Military Cadence) | Official Lyric Video

[@JonathanMichaelFleming]

Thanks for listening, guys. I’m planning a lot of content including more original music and interviews with combat vets. To be a part, like, drop a comment, and subscribe. If you would like to support the channel, the hoodies (what I’m wearing in the video) and cadence CDs are for sale on my website, jonathanmichaelfleming.com Thanks everyone!! Share the video with a friend!

[@Tacit_Tern]

You got an update on the Canadian VAC law, MAID? I've contacted Dr. Jordan Peterson about addressing this. I'm not going to remain silent about it. We need to keep such evil policies out of the US!

[@brucehansen7949]

Funny how my drill sgts made up their own lyrics to cadences lol we all thought they were the legit words, I've come to find out it's like a dialect, it's different eherever you go

[@jaylchannel3392]

Mama told Johnny not to go downtown Marines Corps recruiter was hanging around....

[@silverfox02]

Tan berets wouldn't have gone to Vietnam. They weren't authorized till 2001. Love your stuff, keep it up man!

[@joshuakimbril]

Low rider low rider low rider low

[@jaramia20]

Brought a single tier to this old, bitter Marine's eye. Thank you, young man. Keep up the great work. To all my brothers and sisters, welcome home and Semper Fi.

[@NightTouringRizzLantern]

Thank you for your service

[@cynthiazamora4411]

Yes

[@howtogetdisowned7478]

Lol same here, told that tear to get its ass back in my eye

[@Jordy19]

Thank for your service have an amazing day or night

[@yourfavoritegirlkarma]

Comments makes me happy i decided to become marine im not official yet i leave for boot camp in a few months but good people like you make me happy to do it

[@jstephenson3605]

Love your cadence and the spirit you put into it. I am the mother of a fallen Army Ranger. As an FYI in "Mama told Johnny", a Vietnam Airborne Ranger would not have worn a tan beret. The beret worn by rangers wasn't changed from black to tan until June of 2001. God bless and keep doing what you're doing!

[@elvis5138]

His sacrifice and service will never be forgotten and wasn’t in vain!

[@lrakreacts8518]

I'm sorry for your loss his sacrifice will not be forgotten may you find peace much love for your son a fallen brother much love from the USMC

[@majorhawker4776]

Changing the Beret was one of the Worst things done by chairbornes. Your son is my Brother from past to future. May his jumps be clean and his landing on soft ground. AIRBORNE!!!

[@jstephenson3605]

@@majorhawker4776 In the Heavenly realm, all the jumps and landings are clean and on soft ground.

[@kingmaxout3410]

Plz for everything

[@rangergreen3995]

There is a quality to a good cadence caller that is hard to explain. You can feel it...but it's tough to define. It's the precise stretching of certain words, how the voice slightly breaks at the end of some words, a subtle throat growl, a rising pitch...it is really an art form and you nailed it, Jonathan. When you call, it takes me back...the early mornings, the hand clap, the pounding boots (yep...that long ago), the energy, the camaraderie, the feeling of being invincible, the thrill of several hundred singing soldiers running through the Post housing area...and not hearing a single complaint. Hooaah...my brother!

[@Pitbullddy]

This one brought tears to my eyes thinking about my 2 brothers who served in the Marines and fought in Vietnam and only came home by the grace of God. My father also served in the Marines, he fought in the Korean war the few stories he told no human should ever have to experience that. He did not drink before going to Korea.

[@debbiedugay8574]

Your cadences are excellent, thank you for sharing them! I grew up as an Air Force brat and my Dad used to sing cadences to us like lullabies. I am a Navy vet and I did the same with my kids and my Granddaughter who is a serving Marine. I am 65 now but I still have my 'Drill Instructor' voice and I still love cadences. I am married to a SAS vet and live in the UK now and have been introducing him to our cadence calling. He is really enjoying your work too.

[@elkekuehl6030]

Powerful! My grandson got me to listen to this today...my husband was 20 years army and was in plaiku and ohnki (Vietnam) 4th infantry division and his nickname he went by was johnny! He passed away 2 years ago this past December... Jonathan you are amazing! You are powerful and your vocals will leave no dry eyes, this brought tears to mine! Keep on being amazing and keep brining the power

[@adambeck68]

steadfast and loyal

[@chriscannoles7319]

Now there giving away fucking berets my father was so pissed at this

[@Hawkeye_504]

Thank u for all❤

[@JohnDraiseyDJjohn]

OMG I love this song - but I was not ready for the ending - It brought me to tears. God Bless you

[@Rikki0]

Thank you for the video, brother. I shipped out to Nam in December '69. Was an FO in the 5th Marines 2/1 at An Hoa base camp in the An Hoa River Basin in Quang Nam. Part of our AO was a place called the "Arizona Territory". After my 3rd action in it I came to the conclusion that no one leaves this place alive, though I knew many had. I never missed home so badly. 13 months and 9 days later I DEROS'd with only a very minor scalp wound to show for it. I saw many acts of selflessness by Marines to save the lives of their brothers. Also a special shout out to our unbelievably brave Navy Corpsmen. Thanks, Doc. On my DEROS as I sat in the door of the slick, my buddies were all there raggin' on me, and waving good-bye. It should have been the happiest day of my life, but I found myself fighting back tears. I had done my time, but I felt like a deserter. I didn't know if the FO that was replacing me was any good or not. Didn't know if he would help protect them or get them killed. But I had to go so I did my best to hold back tears, smile, and waved back. I've talked to a couple of my friends since and they said he was pretty good. I felt much better after that. That was 52 years ago, and I still miss them. You will never be as close to any group of friends as you will be to those who have fought, and sometimes died, beside you and for you. Semper Fi and "Welcome home" to all vets. Vietnam '69-71, 5th Marines 2/1 An Hoa/Arizona Territory, Quang Nam Province, I Corp

[@melissamcmurphy4229]

Thank you so much for your service for us all .God bless 🙏

[@christiancraigen]

🫡

[@waltermeth6691]

Welcome home Marine. Everytime I see a vet with a Nam hat I welcome him home. I am planning on going into the marines to be an officer as a mechanic if possible. Only motivation is to make my grandpa that passed away proud.

[@itisonlyme1]

Hello. Have you ver known a Thomas Watts?

[@BarbaraPerez-ow5tr]

Thank you for your service Sir.

[@jennifertucker4649]

Jonathan...I love listening to you sing. You have a beautiful voice. May God always bless you. You help all your fellow brothers and sisters!!!

[@BraydenDooley-lf1oz]

Almost cried listening to this. God bless homeless homed and dead vets and active service members 🫡

[@mikael3023]

Brother, I think I listened to this about 200 times. I served in the Marines 99-04. I love your cadence. Much love and respect Brother! Oorah

[@Sunflower57-n6t]

Semper fi

[@roxanneweekley6509]

Jonathan, you give me chills to listen to these cadences you, sing please keep them coming 🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲

[@FotografieRosgen]

You not only perform cadence. You also perform emotions. Not only the honor and pride, also the pain and fear. Thank you for your service. 🎗️

[@chrismoss9060]

Your voice is so beautiful when you sing so soft, and amazingly powerful when yousing loud cadences/ versis.

[@alr9967]

My son will be deployed soon. Your incredible cadence skills give me comfort. His brothers will keep him safe and he’ll do the same for them.

[@minecraft_villager_hmmm8635]

I hope and pray to God you'll be able to see your son alive again my friend. As a 15-year-old Australian Air Force Cadet, there's nothing that I dream of more than serving my country as a fighter pilot. I hope your son reaches his dreams and makes you proud!

[@anotherHelldiver]

The whole Video Captured the Heavyness Of the Song and their meaning by them. Could not be better.

[@saalmonella]

My papa was drafted to Vietnam at 18, he was lucky enough to come home. He never told anyone what he went through, but he always told us his kids would never be cold or hungry like he was. That’s all he said. He passed back in 2016, I’ve been thinking about him a lot these days.

[@justinbuchanan6467]

Love this song! I served 6 tours, and this hits home! God Bless you my friend! We all need a voice!

[@GoofyFun760]

i can feel the passion in your cadence battle...damn good job...damn good.

[@JackHayes48]

Wow...intense!! Thank you! Vietnam '68-'69. My Babygirl was born when I was in Vietnam and by the Grace of God, I was able to come home to see her grow up!!

[@ruthmattson1975]

I'm not a vet but come from a good line of them and support my locals at the vfw! I've met so many wonderful vets and heard stories of connections so amazing but also some sorrows. These cadences you share with that smokey/raspy voice are breathe taking and makes me think of the many who served who have passed on and what their life was like. You are beautiful in the heart, don't ever lose that. God bless and thank all the men and women that have served and/or given of their lives to give the freedoms we have.

[@tashaqt-pie1088]

I honor you for your service and valor. Please continue your mission in life. You're inspiring and leading so many young men into their destiny and my loved one is under you and I see his transformation already. So it's not just your soldiers but their families respect honor and value your talents and passion for this lifestyle. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE ❤

[@kristinafacundus5213]

Myy dad did 3 tours in Nam...never would talk about it! Died a few years back with those memories hidden!!! This song gets to me....

[@weaselfullvalo]

Nobody can hooah quite like you, Johnathan. Nice, man!

[@kendiacono2708]

Jonathan Michael Fleming This song always reminds me of my life friend that saved me from death.! Only difference is that it was a series of Ak rounds that killed him.! I still got shot through the cheek and the slug damage my memory along with ability to walk without aids.! But I will never forget him and his sacrifice.! You did him justice.! Thankyou Semper Fi

[@trincywalker7497]

Such a beautiful start. But the story in the song is so sad cause many went through it. THANK YOU VETERANS!!! God bless all!!

[@savanahdahlsten3149]

Love that voice ! His passion is phenomenal

[@Verhg]

I love your cadences. This was one of the cadences I heard from other platoons the day we went to the dragoon ceremony at basic in fort Leonardwood . And the echo sounded exactly like in your video. It gave me chills and gave me flashbacks to the awesome times of training.

[@myvotedontcount20]

My dad was Navy, Grandfather tail gunner in Pacific, Uncle Drafted Vietnam, Uncle Marine. Cousin Navy, now my boys want in. They are in the Young Marines and love listening to you. This one though.... Tears.

[@zakpayne261]

We are close to drafting. We need competent leadership. I will Step in any way I can to help. God please bring peace and direction to us.

[@marmar7139]

Wow young man! Appreciate you telling it like it was. Bless ur heart and soul ❤

[@DarnellStewart-hg8tu]

This makes us wanna bring cadences back into formations ....love it

[@cybercwby78]

My dad was a Seabee in Vietnam. From what he's told us he was pretty lucky to come home alive. He doesn't talk about it much though. He says it's because of too many bad memories. I introduced him to some of your other cadence's like Yogi Bear and he loved that one so thank you and keep up the good work and thank you for your service.

[@nics6174]

Goosebumps man. Love it. Don't ever stop.

[@nadinejohnson2580]

Beautiful job all the way around. Thank you for your service 🙏 ❤️

[@lesleereed3198]

I love hearing you. I miss being in the army. Most of the men in my family is military. Even my son

[@MickeyPetralia-jg3zg]

You sing the cadence with such passion & respect! Kudos Johnathan❣️🎶

[@reubenstocking5677]

A blown out knee kept me out of the military personaly. But as the sone of a nam vet my heart has always been with our military. Keep up the good work.

[@chrisflack1366]

Same here, except I tried to fake it and lie about it to get in...almost made it, me and my buddy did all the training and testing with our recruiter, I was able to keep up with all of it zero problem, recruiter took us to our asvap my buddy got a 39 I got an 86 shortly after right before meps they found out my knee was full of metal and that 80 percent of my cartilage was removed. My recruiter was pissed and told me I should have known I'd never get through with that and that I should have at least switched my asvap paper with my buddy So he would have had all the opportunity that came along with the 86. Had I known I was going to get caught with my knee I would have but at that time we both knew I was going to get a high score and his was going to be lower but I was still planning on joining with him on what he qualified for so it didn't matter. I guess I should have known they would easily find out about my knee but at that age you think you're invincible. He made it in the Patriot missile mos and I had to try and find something to do with my life, because military had been my plan from 10 years old.

[@sjthegamer2609]

@@chrisflack1366 hey look at at this way, if WW3 breaks out, it won't matter 😆🤣

[@sjthegamer2609]

also, just had meniscus surgery. wanted to join a year ago right before it happened.

[@katrinatyler1242]

It doesn't matter how many times I listen to this one. Makes me tear up every. single. time!

[@bertcombs9944]

These cadences bring back some good times back to this ol army combat veteran

[@djporter9067]

As an independent artist you have come out swinging from the fences! Continue rocking the socks off the other competitors, you are solid as a rock! Still would love to hear you do the original Yellow Bird as well as The Monkey Jumped up from a coconut tree MP version. Can’t wait for this song to be released also. DJ MP veteran

[@JonathanMichaelFleming]

This one is released my friend! Never heard the Monkey cadence🤔

[@scottharding2169]

@@JonathanMichaelFleming are you doing a concert soon?

[@Donatello2003]

Was studying and practicing Cadence several days ago past midnight for BLC. Keep the content! I have memorized 5 cadence so far. Keep it up!

[@minecraft_villager_hmmm8635]

play jonathon's 1 hour playlist on loop, thats how i've memorised ALL of them within a few days keep up the great work my friend and i hope you get to be where you want to be and follow your dreams

[@ChrisWatson-d5e]

You sang that one from the heart as if you went without your father for the same reason and if that be the case god blessed your father with the highest honor plausible, (a guaranteed seat in heaven right next to his own son who gave his life for the men and women of the world that was when it still was good and pure of heart). I am sorry for the loss but I rejoice he does not have to endure what this world is turning into these days

[@paulamyers275]

Absolutely love this and cried. I love your singing and cadence.

[@beyonddablu]

My love for a soldier is bittersweet ❤😢 thank God keep one of y'all fallen n the ones left with the memories #grandfather #ww2

[@monicap.8630]

Mama sure did....This was my original favorite, then you dropped Fallen Soldiers! Rock Version!

[@Real_Coparo]

MAMA bred the Fallen Soldier

[@minecraft_villager_hmmm8635]

@@Real_Coparo Damn right she did

[@Real_Coparo]

@@minecraft_villager_hmmm8635 F'n A right

[@dylanwoitekaitis4649]

Long live Jonny for his bravery and sacrifice for his son shall live his legacy

[@brandon50063]

Just getting here from tiktok this song was awesome and hit home thank you sir keep doing amazing work

[@leeannewhite8500]

I love how passionate you sing these songs, so proud 🤍🥺🤍

[@chefkim9]

This gives me chills.

[@lisahill685]

Ya made me cry again Jonathan!!! But I loved it!!

[@UpweenukKepweeniei]

Thank you for your service

[@tysongarrison3846]

Because of you I've been waiting for my 17 birthday so that I can enlist your so inspiring

[@Tacit_Tern]

Consider DEP, if you're not already in. .... the Delayed Entry Program. You'll work on basic knowledge and skills before going to basic training while finishing up high school in a reserve status. In doing this.... you'll gain rank early, if you don't mess up. Are you in J/ROTC? And have you taken the ASVAB?

[@tysongarrison3846]

No not yet on both

[@JonathanMichaelFleming]

Happy to hear. Good luck, my friend.

[@light_and_sound]

Don't do it. Or at least wait several years.

[@brandigrigsby-lu8wq]

I love your passion when you sing

[@aarynnmyers1637]

Man listen to these and everything I watch anything military I regret 💯 dropping out of school I still don't have my GED but would love to serve

[@aarynnmyers1637]

You do an amazing job my brother! I have many family members that serve or served and would agree! keep it up!!

[@georgeclore568]

LAND OF THE FREE BECAUSE OF THE BRAVE!!!!! THE GOLD STAR BRAVE!!!!

[@vincentgoulet4071]

Your amazing,give me a lot of emotion...keep on your great sounds buddy

[@nigelbilsby3826]

Wow that hits you in the feels!

[@WhoCanYouTrust_No1]

I get goosebumps listening to you❤. Hits deep DD-214

[@Captain_Zimmer03]

Love your music and your cadences keep Up the amazing work!

[@ajaxnorroway547]

I respect all military veterans and those currently serving i know how much it hurts to see your brother and sisters in arms lying dead on the ground ive been in several school shootig as a 11th grade student i had to pull a dead body into me to hide and the body was one of my best friend who i realized after getting him off me i took his hat and glasses and ran he told me he would give me the hat and sunglasses he was wearing 2 days before the shooting happened i miss him to this day but after seing those bodies while running i heard screms pleading for help i tryd to help somone but the died in my arms i kept running i got ptsd from that and the doctor said i was scarred for life and ever since then i realized marines are a lot more diffrent from my story if you read this far show the marine or any veterans or any in deployment show them respect they protect our country their brave they sacrafice their lives to protect you

[@minecraft_villager_hmmm8635]

Mate my heart goes out to you. No one should have to experience that, let alone a child/teenager. I hope and pray to God you get through it all and use that trauma as fuel and energy to get through life rather than let it hold you back. My thoughts and prayers go with you brother.

[@snazzyk1923]

I love your videos so much! Keep up the great work. Also I have a request... I love Fallen Soldiers, one of my favorites, and I know there are already several versions, but what if you made an accompaniment version. Soft and sad. Like a rainy day. A soft memorial of those who perished for us. I don't know. Just a thought that definitely doesn't have to be done. I think I'd cry if you did though. Thank you for your service and keep singing and writing music. We all appreciate everything you do.

[@minecraft_villager_hmmm8635]

@Jonathan Michael Fleming you need to do this mate im sure it would mean the world to everyone who listens to your work

[@KraftyKanine]

As the sibling of a fallen soldier it’s the hardest thing, I was told in my middle of school that my sibling had died in Afghanistan. I begged him not to go I begged and begged and he left, the last time I saw him was at his funeral. He had an open casket but what we didn’t see was the missing half of his body. This song makes me think of him and now I’m crying ❤ rip to all the K.I.A shoulders out there

[@katelynpogue8924]

Your songs are the best

[@hawkman2000]

This hits WAY too close to home. Friend from high school perished in Iraq, he was 23yrs old. His Humvee was blown up by an IED RIP Sgt Michael D Rowe. 46th Engineer Warrior Brigade Ft. Polk LA!!! His daughter never knew her father.

[@ThissPathfinder_Twitch]

These songs hit different at night 😥

[@tanyaphilstrom7077]

So sad. Heartbreaking. Bawling here!

[@anthonyplummer9502]

This song might be the saddest song that I’ve listened to of your songs, ( btw, I love sad songs )

[@billmcdermott8104]

Godbless all soldiers

[@fnulnu5297]

CHILLING. YOU NAILED IT.

[@rodneymiller9904]

You're the best singer i've heard

[@albertallen6621]

YOURE KILLING IT, BROTHER!!!!

[@Rogers-Ranger]

Wow as a Airborne infantry combat veteran thank you!!

[@tysongarrison3846]

Dude you're my favorite music artist/vet

[@WizardPandora]

this gave me chills

[@mattalery8601]

Love these keep making them please

[@DavidCasterline-l9i]

Love this song

[@dudeproductions5394]

I wish you would sing the marine version. Great song man.

[@melisaduckcastro8075]

At the end with the coffin and the Johnny didn't know he was a father started to make me cry

[@grampysmagic3327]

That one got got me. I'm Army 79-84. Old School before all the woke shit... I just recently found you and sub'd. Thanks for doing all of these. LOVING the new stuff Brother !!!

[@berthatelles8600]

Love it this, make me cry

[@coyoteself]

This sounds a lot like a version of a cadence that I heard in Marine Boot Camp back in 1977 at MCRD. It was a very eerie cadence, done by only one Battalion in the early morning as they prepared for final drill.

[@mannyortiz3656]

about to ETS soon and this is a banger brother.

[@beliciaespinal7504]

I love how each miliary branch has their own version of each cadence. I was taught the Marine Corps version

[@Vikitorvike1]

I love your music

[@Ryder-d5v]

This video reminds me of my grandparents my grandpa John and my grandma sherry

[@JeanniePinion]

Omg I could listen to u forever....do u have a CD?

[@TommieSpellman]

This hits so hard 😢😅

[@mikedakiwihunter]

Great voice there brother

[@A2Z11tree]

Love this! I’m soooo close to joining. Need 1 waiver and I’m good to go.

[@minecraft_villager_hmmm8635]

I hope you reach your dreams brother, my thoughts and prayers go with you

[@Atlantatactical404]

beautiful cadence, keep up the great songs ! please make the devil hand cadence

[@AnnaKnight-ck6eh]

To be honest I first heard this song on tiktok and I liked it so I listened to the whole thing and then I loved it 😊❤

[@charlienorris653]

My brother loves your music

[@larryfowler2689]

I’m a Veteran with 4 departments and you are good no doubt and keep it up Brother cause I’m assuming you was military so that makes us Brothers and always IGY6

[@leonardhill4440]

You’re my new workout plan everyday brother and cadence makes it fly by

[@messagerdivid4709]

Thank you. I my a Gentile I stand with Israel.. I'm a American citizen I stand with our soldiers. 1st Faith over government Jesus Christ is Lord.

[@shaneestillette9698]

First off you da shit,,love it and da yogi bear song,,dat was awesome,,dawg aim street,you'll never miss,so far target,,bills eye..thanks!

[@BarbaraPerez-ow5tr]

This made cry.

[@NightL3gacy47]

I've never served, but I've always wanted to join the military. Unfortunately in my country they aren't enlisting any new recruits, and I can't get to an office overseas due to not having my permanent residency, and the travel costs is too expensive. Anyone who knows me will tell you just how much I appreciate vets, ever since I was young. I can't really say what caused me to want ro be a soldier, but I've always felt that that's what I want to be, but could never fulfill it, so instead whenever I encounter someone who's serving or served, you won't catch me not showing appreciation for them. To all the vets out there regardless of your location, thank you for your service