James Blunt's "Monsters": The Most Heartbreaking Song Ever Written

[@feedingravens]

In the meantime I love how in the last second his dad pats James Blunt's arm. Even when he was in severe danger of dying, he was the one that comforted his son, that chased the monsters away when the whole crew of the video take was crying helplessly.

[@glennmackinnon2686]

They shot the video in one take to get his real emotions it's absolutely an amazing song and video

[@robertkendall1037]

Im 70 years old, I lost my dad over 39 years ago, and there was unfinished business between us that I wish I'd been able to set right before He passed. I believe I'll see him again, and then the past won't matter, but man what I'd give for just one hour with him today. Thanks James for such a beautiful song that helps me heal each time I listen

[@alankeith7866]

Both of my parents are gone now, and the first time hearing this song tore me apart. If you need a palette cleanser, "Conga" from The Miami Sound Machine will get you moving.

[@Antonio-pr1fj]

Beautiful reaction greetings from perú

[@SwiftReactions]

Hello from Oz 👋🇦🇺

[@SAM-dg3vd]

it's his dad's thumb gently stroking James's arm that gets me... that and the little pat he gives him right at the very end of the video. Even then, he was still being the Dad. 💔

[@oopsdidItypethatoutloud]

@@SAM-dg3vd That's the exact bit I remember most It's as if he's saying. No son, I'm still chasing them...

[@OskerMike]

@@oopsdidItypethatoutloud Chilling

[@MLaak86]

@@oopsdidItypethatoutloud And something that makes the anecdote he looked around at all the moist eyes in the room and went "I'm not dead yet, stop crying" all the more believable.

[@timradde4328]

This song ripped my heart out. I had never heard of him or this song. How he could actually finish it is amazing. Wow. If anyone doesn't cry during this then they have no feelings at all.

[@rb10465]

It's all FUN & GAMES until JAMES BLUNT sings MONSTERS, and then your HEART gets RIPPED OUTTA YOUR THROAT, and the TEARS START TO FLOW for Listening to this SOUL-SNATCHING BALLAD!!! 😦😞😟😭😳

[@alancurrie4216]

My son asked for this to be played at his funeral last year .I listen to this every night.😢 Good night Jack❤x

[@spruce381]

Heard this for the first time last night, so real and moving. Your reaction was from the soul - thank you. 🙏❤

[@SwiftReactions]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@neilfennell1691]

To add to one of the comments below, his sister wrote the words based on what James and his Father used to say when they deployed (both British Army). It wasn't until listening to this song that i realised that when i deployed (ex RN ) i never said goodbye to my wife. It was always 'see you soon', 'see you on...' , never goodbye. I do the same when my two boys deploy and i never realised till i listened to this song. As for James' father, he is still with us as the song prompted a distant cousin to donate a kidney. A great reaction well done for pausing only once.

[@lotuselise4432]

Respect Sit Father was ex RN Invasion of Italy and Africa and the Arctic Convoys.

[@jeffstevens4262]

What a lovely reaction. It's one which we all share every time we watch the video, I'm sure. I heard that as James and his father were former British military men, James donated all the proceeds from this video to the UK charity 'Help For Heroes' who do so much fantastic work for ex-servicemen and women, and God bless him for that. ❤❤

[@kevinkaurin8383]

This song is a good therapy session... One of the stories is that his Sister wrote this as a tribute to their Dad for what they thought was terminal condition, then ask James to put it into a song. His Dad had not heard the song when they filmed this, and it is said that when they finished he asked "why are you all crying? I'm not gone yet.".

[@HankD13]

James Blunt was a Captain in the Household Cavalry, his father a senior officer. When James was deployed to active service in Kosovo, his fathers parting words, understand and emotions well hidden very British were "We're just two grown men saying goodbye". Already a kidney donor, his father was diagnosed with stage 4 chronic kidney disease and no suitable donor could be found - the outlook was bleak. This was shot in a single, raw take and it reduced everybody in the room to tears. Except his father. "Whats everybody crying for? I'm not dead yet" was his reported response. This song found a donor, and thankfully a happy ending.

[@ocasio3024]

I lost my pop last year. I can’t even finish this song. Great reaction tho. Bless U ❤

[@SwiftReactions]

I'm so sorry for your loss. That song is tough to listen to when you have lost a loved one. I'm sure your pop is looking down on you proudly. 🙏

[@Josh31287]

Every person in the room was crying during this and James father ask everyone what was wrong because hes still here

[@didrikvegemdidriksen4250]

james blunt - "no bravery"

[@chris-ComicRaven]

Found you after finding Jame's song. I lost my dad a while back and this hit really hard. Like and subscribed.

[@JamesNiblock-g9k]

This video was done in one take and when it was finished, his father wanted to know why everyone was crying as he was still alive.

[@WhatsYOURStory-vn1gs]

I love this song. I have cried many times to it. But you took it to a new level for me. You're gorgeous and your Dad is proud.

[@Rackelhane]

Wonderful reaction. We are many out there who reacted in a similar way...First time i heard this song was only a few months after my fathers passing. It was super hard to watch then...it`s better now....This time i cried because you cried...Thank you.❤

[@SwiftReactions]

Oh I'm sorry I made you 😢. I do have that effect on people 🤦‍♀️😬🤣

[@EdwinSemidey]

i agree very BRUTAL A Gut Punch everytime I hear it.

[@Koma_Texeld]

Oh! I almost missed your reaction to this James song, which I love. I was moved beside you, I know a pain similar to that. Thank you for sharing your experience, I'm so sorry 😔. Hugs from Europe, take care of yourself.

[@tonysmith6940]

This song gets me every time I lost my dad when I was 5 and my step dad 2 uncle's 1 auntie nearly a year ago

[@SwiftReactions]

It is a difficult song to listen to if you have lost your father. My condolences.

[@stevekulich4440]

Great honest heartfelt reaction. Thank you

[@mikeconway9849]

Great reaction! An extremely emotional and sad song. Fortunately, it did have a 'happy' result.

[@cathy8070]

Although the loss of a parent lessons, the pain never goes away. I’m very sorry for the loss of your father 🇨🇦♥️🇨🇦

[@Lorinda212]

good job )))

[@kal22222]

This was done in one take with even the crew getting emotional.

[@johnm9915]

I have watched a lot of reactions today. Glad I watched so many. They all had something to give. You are the first to mention the intense anger in James Blunt's eyes. I have been wondering about it too. I could speculate. I would rather hear you speculate. Thanks for mentioning it.

[@SwiftReactions]

Someone else thought that comment was stupid and that he was clearly sad not angry...or something like that. I seen in him the anger one feels when they feel robbed of time with a loved one. I have felt that so I felt like I recognised it in his eyes.

[@johnm9915]

@@SwiftReactions That sounds right on point. I could think of more complicated explanations, but it is probably that simple. That certainly fits the expression, perfectly.

[@johnm9915]

How do I recommend a song or music video for reaction? Just here in the comments, or is there another way? kzbin.info/www/bejne/i5nddpWXp5eonLs

[@SwiftReactions]

@johnm9915 Yes all requests are to be added to the comments and I appreciate you sending the link. Thanks. I'll add that to my list.

[@rogermitchell1345]

Hello there beautiful reaction may I suggest may be pick a happier song...... next video I will say this again but crying is a beautiful thing so keep being a beautiful human being. HAGD TC Be Good Be Safe peace out.

[@pzpete]

Blunt's 'the girl that never was' is quite jolly, but you'll still need the tissues.

[@Spencer-h3m]

Get tha likes up on this one people

[@32a34a]

This song has left a lot of emotional wreckage in its wake and will continue to do so till the end of time.

[@martinmillar7137]

James is an amazing singer.. his por dad didn't know what to do there n james nodded down towards...grab my arm lol 😂 kinda why i think james is brilliant..very raw...very real... Beautiful ❤

[@martinmillar7137]

Rihanna s monsters was great tae tbf ❤🎉

[@MrJaybon]

up next JAMES BLUNT ' Girl that never was' pls thank you

[@SwiftReactions]

I'll see what I can do...

[@sabinasabina2010]

I lost mu dad almost 20 years ago- this song and dance with my father by Luther Vandross rips my heart out😊

[@SwiftReactions]

Oh crap. This one's gonna be like that huh? Ok. Fairly warned.

[@joegeekie8511]

Him and his father both served in the British Forces so Death is a different thought than the norm

[@JAKEYSNAKE12]

@@joegeekie8511 his father had kidney problems or cancer so he made this song

[@shawnbrent1165]

great reaction great song

[@meppiedekock3321]

This was the best vocal of Monsters of James Blunt. Thank you for your pure emotions. Please react to James Blunt other video : The girl that never was.

[@SwiftReactions]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/g5nHoImYm81jgZo your wish is my command.

[@mvf80]

This song hits me different. My father was never around. He’s in his 80’s now and is ill. He wants to reconnect with me. I don’t know if it’s because he has true remorse or he’s just scared of dying. I don’t know what I’ll do. What I do know is that when he does pass, it’s not going to effect me the way James is effected by the thought of his father dying. I don’t know if I’m lucky that I won’t have to deal with that pain when he’s gone or if it’s unfortunate that I never had that father/son bond that so many of my friends have.

[@SwiftReactions]

That's tough. I feel for you. You do what you feel is right. If you need answers ask the questions. If you need to express anger, don't feel bad. You don't owe him anything but he may be the only person who can answer some things. You may feel better if you get some stuff off your chest. Or dance on his grave if that's what you need. Either way do your best to get what you need and stay strong. I wish you luck my friend.

[@mvf80]

I certainly danced on my mother’s grave. My father caused damage because he wasn’t there. She caused damage because she was there.

[@alundavies1016]

@@mvf80 do what you need to do, you don’t owe him anything more than a consideration. If you think that it would help you, or that you might regret not saying hello/goodbye then maybe go and see him, but be aware it may not go the way you might think. Good luck either way!

[@AlexanderFa-m7s]

❤❤

[@annettelane]

Not angry but very emotional singing to his dad

[@bazkeen]

This is really a tough one 😢😢 His father had stage 4 kidney disease. But because of this video, a distant relative came forward and was a perfect match. His father is still alive today

[@Gaz109]

Not true

[@cathalhealy9717]

@@Gaz109 It is true. Watch the documentary called 'One Brit Wonder' where Blunt tells the story of his fathers kidney transplant.

[@billpo]

@@Gaz109 it is true…

[@swampfizz]

Capt. James Blunt combat veteran..a true Officer and a Gentleman!!!! I think his father is a veteran too

[@miloe436]

James’ father Charles Blount was a cavalry officer in the 13th/18th Royal Hussars and then a helicopter pilot, becoming Colonel of the Army Air Corps. Btw, James took his pilot license at age 16. 😄

[@thomasmacdiarmid8251]

On the theme of dealing with a parent's death, I suggest you give a listen and reaction to How Could You Leave Us?, by NF. NF is often compared to Ren (or vice versa) and Eminem, from whom he took inspiration early on. The song is excellently evocative of the emotions early in the grief process, particularly for a relationship that was fraught with issues.

[@matthewgoodA1206]

Yes, this one has torn hearts up all across KZbin as you can imagine. It seems no one has much idea what they’re in for, and so it hits like sonic heartbreak. I am sorry you lost your father, and it makes total sense why your beautiful eyes filled with tears.

[@tjsece]

❤

[@martinmillar7137]

Not many songs make me literally rattle like am coming off cocaine or some sht..this is one .... Literally rattle the entire song and its glorious 😂 dunno why it just really hits me on a level not many songs do. Its so simplistic and yet so.... What? Electric? ⚡ That's probably my best description tbh electric.

[@jasondamrau9943]

You need to watch Jame Blunt singing this song with Iam Tongi on the last finale of American Idol. Iam auditioned with this song 3 months after losing his own father. He breaks down a couple of times in the performance, but just as James had is father next to him to be his rock, Iam had James there to be his rock

[@pisces-helpingothers6888]

Hey, when you need a pick me up, watch a fun one...... Hardy - Rednecker. It is just a fun song.....no sadness 😊

[@SwiftReactions]

Cheers. The thing about first reactions is you don't know what you are getting into so that is nice to have a fun suggestion. 👋🍻🇦🇺

[@thedonleroy]

I lost my Dad 20 years ago & this song gets me every time.

[@sabinasabina2010]

Have you listened to dance with my father by Luther Vandross

[@SwiftReactions]

No but I have added it to my list of suggestions. Thanks

[@pisces-helpingothers6888]

You did well mate.....tough song. And your dad would be watching over your daughter for sure. Take care NVF.....

[@SwiftReactions]

Thanks my friend. That was really kind.

[@steviesellers]

His sister wrote this in a poem and james put it to music , i lost my dad 7 yrs ago and was there when he passed , i was the last person he talked to and he said look after mum , he knew a doctor was coming , so he left us before he arrived which was a strange comfort to me , he chose when to go . thanks for the reaction dont think anyone could have a dry eye listening to this

[@Reba-123]

No she did not write any poem … this is a myth that keeps doing the rounds … this was all written by James alone …

[@bobapjok4241]

It is so brutal, but also so incredible

[@jedislap8726]

If you want another truly heartbreaking James Blunt song based on real experience try 'The Girl That Never Was' Bring LOTS of tissues. Or if you want something that will knock your socks off then I suggest RAYE - Oscar Winning Tears ( Live at the Royal Albert Hall ) She just won 6 BRIT Awards out of 7 nominations and broke the record for most BRIT Awards in one year, and she did it as an Independent Artist.

[@SwiftReactions]

Thank you. They sound like great suggestions.

[@rhondagalloway6676]

😭😭😭😭😭😭😭🥺🥺🥺🥺✊✊🧸🎈

[@StormTrooper1895]

Love the reaction. Can you react to this: Noah hendersen - Round Here [Counting Crows Cover]

[@SunShine-qk4rb]

Very hard to keep from getting teary eyed by this song. I’d love it if you could react to so Australian or New Zealand songs like INXS Noiseworks Cold Chisel The Divinyls

[@SwiftReactions]

Ok. Now we are talking! They won't be first reactions though maybe I can find a song or two that I haven't heard but I'll be tempted to do the best ones. I'll have to think on that. Thanks for the suggestion.

[@Mickael_]

Usually after this one, reactors listen to his song 'The girl that never was" (official video). But it all depends the amount of tissues you still have in stock!

[@gpegbeez7368]

Please tell me u watch all the way thru

[@Its_Just_Chris__]

*_May I suggest ...Emma Kok performing Viola with Andre Rieu_* *_A 15 year old girl with an amazing voice_* Thank you I love your channel ❤❤

[@quaresma9003]

Emma kok Don't speak French & her prononciation is very badly, sorry.

[@Its_Just_Chris__]

@@quaresma9003 Still an awesome performance. IMO

[@SwiftReactions]

I have done that quite a while ago. Check it out on my channel. It is one of my favourites. I'm 1/4 dutch too so I am particularly fond of Emma. She is very inspirational.

[@Its_Just_Chris__]

@@SwiftReactions I just checked this out on your channel. It is one of my favorites as well. May I say that you are absolutely Gorgeous ! You are probably blushing. 😂😂😂 I am a single guy looking for love. I know, I know ! I will behave myself. 😂😂 ❤❤

[@SwiftReactions]

@Its_Just_Chris__ I'm glad you are enjoying my channel. I'm just an old woman who is not great at accepting compliments. Remember that and we will stay friends 🤣

[@Bernie429]

James Blunt has a couple of other songs that are from personal experiences…”The Girl That Never Was”, was deeply personal and “Carry You Home” was inspired by a personal experience. Both songs are beautifully done and are very relatable to So Many people around the world ❤

[@SwiftReactions]

Thanks

[@mandymoo3736]

Have you listened to Billie Elllish new album hard and soft ?

[@tcat6133]

No anger…just pain

[@aardvaark11]

I believe that his sister wrote the song?

[@stevenangle8407]

Do you react to country music?

[@SwiftReactions]

I sure do. If you have any suggestions, please let me know.

[@stevenangle8407]

@@SwiftReactions Jason Michael Carroll "Alyssa Lies", please

[@stevenangle8407]

Jamey Johnson "Lead Me Home" and Cody Johnson "Dirt Cheap" and Larry Fleet ft Morgan Wallen "Where I Find God" please, ma'am

[@KathrynLiz1]

Always makes me cry.... as you say... brutal.... MY dad died suddenly... I didn't get to say goodbye... it was three months after my mother died.... not a good year....

[@SwiftReactions]

I am so sorry to hear that. Brutal is the word. 🫂❤️

[@KathrynLiz1]

@@SwiftReactions Well it was quite a while ago. I am 82 now and likely to tumble off my twig any time... 😀 Still... this song does tug at the heart strings doesn't it? ❤

[@dagmar.6954]

James dad was actually dying from kidney disease & this was his tribute & farewell to his dad. Thankfully his dad received a donor kidney & is doing okay now. If this song doesn't get to you emotionally, there is something wrong with you. This song resonates with me as I was my dad's caregiver for 5 years until he passed away a few years ago.

[@SwiftReactions]

My condolences. Thanks for your comment. Best wishes. 🙏🫂

[@Reba-123]

Carry You Home … about a young female soldier under his command who was killed and he carried her personal belongings back to her mother

[@timburks3806]

This was sad but i still say " The girl that never was" tops them all. Have plenty of tissue on hand.

[@darrylvonrokk]

Goodbye My Lover The Girl That Never Was

[@tombradley4842]

The girl that never was is also a sad one 🇬🇧😭

[@Here_is_Waldo]

It's interesting how you read his expression as angry, when he was about to cry from sadness. I wonder if that was just from James holding himself together, or if people just expect the main emotion men to show being anger.

[@SwiftReactions]

It's not normal anger I was talking about. It's the anger you feel in grief. That anger that someone you love so much can be taken from you and the injustice of it all. Anger and sadness I feel are very closely connected in grief.

[@sabinasabina2010]

​@@SwiftReactionsyou feel anger in the grief and Sheer helplessness of the situation, it is normal. I was angry at my dad for leaving me when he died but when my two big brothers passed away from cancer and my oldest sister too Lord I was so angry with the universe. Can you listen to "Dance With My father" Luther Vandross- the first two verses he is like describing my childhood.

[@SwiftReactions]

Wow. I'm so sorry for your losses. I will add that one to my list. 🙏

[@jackroman2761]

HIS FATHER WAS IN STAGE 4 KIDNEY FAILURE HE NEEDED A KIDNEY TRANSPLANT AND AT CLOSE TO THE END A DISTANT COUSIN STEP FURTHER AND GAVE HIM THE KIDNEY HES ALIVE AND HEALTHY NOW

[@ronaldstratton8492]

When James was leaving on one of his deployments his father told him him not your father you're not my son we are just two men saying good bye

[@kaydoran980]

Reacted 2 hi ren by ren plz tag me

[@SwiftReactions]

I have done Hi Ren. It's available now on my channel. Its one of my favourites.

[@donaldpaulson3920]

Fkn annoyed me, decent reaction etc, my dad died in my arms thinking was his older brother I was named after...asked me about God etc....could write entire book just on our story alone but yeah...idk. Have ashes tatted in my arm.... always connected regardless, at least on this earth, doubt I'll see heaven, had to tell him he most likely won't, fkn horrible....n "monsters" or "darkness" guessing most have no clue

[@SwiftReactions]

I have known a monster or two. I'm sad to hear that you have known monsters too.

[@thinkinoutloud]

It is from his last album. It is truly heartbreaking. His father was in dire need of a new kidney at the time. Emily Blunt, the actress is James' younger sister.

[@MariaArmandaRocha]

@@thinkinoutloud ???? Emily Blunt is James Blunt sister????, where didi you find it?, James last name is Blount not Blunt, he have a sister Emily Blount not Emily Blunt.

[@t0ddbr0wn731]

James wrote this song about his dad in 2020 was diagnosed with stage 4 kidney failure. Luckily he received a transplant from a cousin and is health today.

[@scottbaldwin7133]

his dad got a trans plant he is ok😁

[@kevint89]

I'm just stuck in my ways. it would feel bad for me to suggest a new artist

[@SwiftReactions]

Please do. I really encourage suggestions.

[@metricstormtrooper]

You are still keyword spamming the search algorythm.

[@SwiftReactions]

Can you please explain how? I don't even know how to do that.

[@JamboniUk]

My dad died in my arms... Though it was haunting to see what i saw that day...I was glad to talk to him as he was leaving. A day that has stayed with me since then. Rest in Peace Daddy.