My first time listening to Ray Charles perform America The Beautiful

[@josephmallard9053]

I loved your reaction to the song America by Ray Charles. I used to sing it with my mother. May God bless you and your beautiful family. He is still in charge regardless of what people say and the evil we see around us. He will not forsake us. It is still a beautiful world.

[@SebsDuran]

Brother. This made my day. So much love to you. God bless this country.

[@bluesman3232]

AMEN! GOD IS GOOD!

[@gew1898]

This country has done a lot for all of us. Praise God for this nation.

[@warrenburlingame1172]

If this song doesn't move you check you're pulse .You can never go wrong with Ray

[@MinnesotaLiveMultimediaProduct]

America, the beautiful, was sung in elementary school in the black community. Every write along with pledge allegiance to the flag.

[@scottlambert3337]

When Ray takes the entire world to church. Beautiful.

[@johnbrowne2170]

He owns this song. Gives me chills and I'm Canadian.

[@terrimobley6067]

❤❤❤

[@josephkondrat6478]

Ray Charles was one of America's greatest singers.

[@daleb1279]

No one sings this like Ray Charles could.

[@scottluvisi9941]

To think that Ray went through all the racism and bullshit, band from performing in some places, and yet here he is singing about the wonderfulness about this county. He was able to see it, even though he was blind.

[@Lori-db8vl]

I'm certain he was paid. I'm also certain he was singing about the ideal, the hoped for America. Americans lie to themselves.

[@1079walter]

Great reaction to this classic Ray Charles performance. You might also want to check out Ray's performance of "America the Beautiful" from the 2001 World Series version. Incredible!

[@zachretien]

America may not be perfect but no country is - we keep trying! ❤️let’s all work together

[@jazziered142]

This should have been our national anthem. It's beautiful.

[@deepfreezevideo]

You brought me to tears because I feel the same way: This IS the REAL American National Anthem.

[@muronator52]

The scene from "The Sandlot" with this song is one of my all-time favorite movie moments.

[@candilumpkin1196]

I don’t think ray ever sang a bad note. He is just amazing. My granddaddy played bass fiddle with him on a concert that came to our town. His player was sick and granddad got a call to play that night. Afterward he invited band to his home to jam. There are pics of me a little over a year old dancing next to ray while they played. 😂 he loved music and gave me my love of music of all kinds. But ray has always had a special place in my heart cuz my granddaddy just loved him and played his music so often around the house. It was the highlight of his career to play with him. Just that one show by accident

[@itsmommy100]

What an amazing story and I'm sure treasured memory for you!!

[@janellestevens2316]

Nice…. 😊

[@linhager12]

❤❤❤❤❤❤ brings me to tears. Love our country so so much... and it is being torn asunder, by greedy, hateful, self-centered... elitists who only care about money and power. Ray really does this song justice... he is awesome. Thank you... may you and your beautiful family have a very happy 4th❤

[@itsmommy100]

We were simply blessed to share the earth with this man. I don't have words for how he moves me.

[@GGCGAGSG]

🙏🏻🇺🇸🫡 Thank you Lord Jesus!

[@gypsyvanner-b1r]

Tomorrow is going to be one very special day. Celebrate it in the right way. Be thankful for all of the opportunities offered here, if you'll explore them. At this moment in this time, we are blessed beyond comprehension.

[@mikefetterman6782]

Before Chuck Berry, Little Richard, Elvis and Bill Haley and the rockets, Ray was already a well established hit maker of rock and roll for years.

[@RogerMcCauley-s1e]

Such a beautiful song!

[@beanyvinson4020]

I sat here with chills and just broke down in tears hearing this. It's the most beautiful version I've ever heard. I love this country so much, but the things that are going on now break my heart. I thank God for being born in America. God bless you, and as always God bless America 🇺🇸 🤎

[@johnmccarthy7158]

AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL. You said that very well. I'm glad that you're here also. With all its flaws and blemishes, people are still drawn here for all different reasons.

[@mp2557]

Sorry but people are drawn to a lot of countries arround the world. When China took over HK, Canada was more popular to goto then the US.

[@asuas3115]

💯💯💯

[@janellestevens2316]

@ mp2557: Some comments (YOURS) are COMPLETELY unnecessary. Literally no one said that people aren’t attracted to any other countries. 😑🙄 Sometimes it’s best to resist being a petty troll. Of course people move to countries all over the world every day, but whether you want to admit it or not America is always at the top, or near the top of the list for many different reasons! Diversity, and opportunity to name a couple. Right now in 2025 it is FUCKED UP, but still better than most. Your post sounds like sour grapes…..

[@johnmccarthy7158]

@@janellestevens2316 There is nothing, absolutely noting petty, or trolling, about my comment. Funny, how the person saying my comment was petty and trolling,actually is the one who trolled a comment from 6 months ago, and said it was petty. If the shoe fits.........

[@janellestevens2316]

@@johnmccarthy7158 : Ummmm..... My comment was directed at @mp2557. The comment actually starts with @mp2557, so that it was CLEAR who my comment was addressing. You should have looked closer before being so sensitive! 🙄🙄 About the fact that I replied six months later; who cares if the comment was six months ago??!! I just saw it. That's how KZbin works. You comment when you see it.... 🤔

[@susanworkman529]

Happy 4th. If this song doesn't stir up the emotions of patriotism and pride then nothing will . No one sings it with more feeling than Ray.

[@gypsyvanner-b1r]

I love Ray Charles, but this one throws me into a new realm. He did such a special job with this and it causes such love and hugs.

[@liveformybabies1190]

Many years ago Ray Charles was in our town for a concert and contacted the choir my daughter was in to sing this song with him in concert. It was a thrilling time. He came to their rehearsal hall to practice with him.

[@Trap1215]

I used to sing this song for my school and in plays in the voice of Ray Charles as I can imitate him just as good if not better than Jamie Foxx. To hear and see people find love in a Ray Charles is forever a joy to me. Rest in power Brother Ray. You will forever live on!

[@grendelz]

There will never be another like Ray. An icon in every sense of the word.

[@TexasMagnolia]

Ray Charles singing America The Beautiful is the one song that should receive the Ultimate Respect! No talking over!

[@chitownbear7733]

call me crazy but every time I hear Ray, I start rocking like he used to...RIP

[@susanthompson8962]

I love the way Ray Charles sings America the Beautiful.

[@hectorsmommy1717]

For those not familiar with all 4 verses (Charles starts out with verse 3): O beautiful for spacious skies, For amber waves of grain, For purple mountain majesties Above the fruited plain! America! America! God shed his grace on thee And crown thy good with brotherhood From sea to shining sea! O beautiful for pilgrim feet Whose stern, impassioned stress A thoroughfare for freedom beat Across the wilderness! America! America! God mend thine every flaw, Confirm thy soul in self-control, Thy liberty in law! O beautiful for heroes proved In liberating strife, Who more than self their country loved And mercy more than life! America! America! May God thy gold refine Till all success be nobleness And every gain divine! O beautiful for patriot dream That sees beyond the years Thine alabaster cities gleam Undimmed by human tears! America! America! God shed his grace on thee And crown thy good with brotherhood From sea to shining sea!

[@janiceschwab4321]

I remember the first time I heard Ray Charles sing America the Beautiful it gave me chills. You felt it. All I could think of was God bless this man and God bless America!

[@BILLONEE]

This song moves me to tears every time. Your reaction was perfect. You felt it like a true American! This song, "God Bless America" , The National Anthem & any other songs that praises America should be playing all over the USA! My opinion. --- Bill

[@757optim]

God bless America.

[@sallymorehouse3179]

I'm so glad you reacted to this. Ray brings tears to my eyes every time I hear his amazing voice sing this song!! Happy 4th of July to you and your beautiful family Sebs!

[@holliday0191]

Beautiful voice I was so lucky to see him so many times on TV. Him and Louie Armstrong God I miss real men and real voices.

[@karenj3611]

No one did it better! Should be our National Anthem! RIP Ray

[@jackknudson-rk1uv]

Only trouble with that there's no one alive today who can sing it like this.

[@Wrapulous]

As an avid watcher of Sandlot back in my child days I can say I enjoyed that scene and would watch it over and over because the song went so well with the fireworks

[@colleenmonfross4283]

Gives me goose bumps every time I hear Ray sing this song. Many people have lobbied over the years to have this song become our National Anthem.

[@thebiscuitscraps]

Thank you. Ray is one of my top 5 favorite male vocalists. ❤

[@CBB672]

I’m first born American in my family, this song says it all 🇺🇸

[@carolejepsen]

Can’t beat that!

[@PhilM4547]

Thanks!

[@CindyNavarro]

This has been my favorite version of America the Beautiful for years.

[@Songbird-59]

God Bless America!

[@betmo]

ray charles ❤

[@LindaLittle-m7j]

Beautiful, so beautiful and emotional!!😢😢❤❤

[@cabana126]

Like rain from heaven 😢 greatest rendition ever.

[@AP-gb3eh]

Ray had the voice ❤ Got to see him in a smallish club, he and The Rayettes were wonderful and so terribly charming

[@mapegatkinson92]

This song always makes me proud and gives me hope that we can make America even better-for everybody.

[@CBB672]

Love this🇺🇸

[@Janesorensen84014]

One of my all ti e favorites🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@bobby-ov9qn]

This country has fallen so far in such a short time. We need to improve our country to the point it was when the Ray man sang this song.

[@bradjbourgeois73]

I was three when this came out, but I remember it getting popular again sometime in the 80's. I just remember hearing it on the radio a lot at that time. Ray Charles is a national treasure!

[@jmat5857]

The video of Ray Charles playing this and singing is awesome!

[@luvL3e]

Thank u 4 this. Always been my fav redintion. Just watched Rhe Star Spangled Banner like you neveer heard b4. Was crying then n this too. GOD BLESS AMERICA!! HAPPY 4TH TO ALL N EVERYONE!! SPREAD THE LOVE N PRIDE IN OUR GREAT< GREAT COUNTRY!!

[@jazziered142]

I'm glad the people of Utah are kind to you. It's the way it should be no matter where you're at. South Salt Lake in the house!!!

[@terrimobley6067]

I'm crying like a baby!! Thank you for this .. Today!!

[@midnightwriter7817]

Watch Ray Stevens 'God Bless the USA'. Gorgeous song as well!!

[@dingo397]

Ray Stevens couldn't hold a candle to Brother Ray.....Not in the same league at all

[@barbarakitt5948]

Chokes me up every time 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@Skeeter123]

God Bless America 🇺🇸 ❤ Happy July 4th 🎉

[@billenright2788]

Stunning every time i hear it.

[@nikonmark37814]

Seb, you need to watch the one he did after 9/11 at the World Series, it'll put tears in your eyes!

[@michellehubbard7865]

Yes amost I was just getting ready to share this,love from Virginia

[@prspad]

He used to record with his band, a full orchestra, and a full choir in the studio together.

[@CatskillsGrrl]

I honestly teared up.

[@marvinhancock6433]

Well you know there's RAY and that's about it there is no body else

[@sandyshoenberger2697]

Beautiful song. Gives me chills every single time. Mark Levin plays this every Friday after his radio show.

[@elmarkothegreat]

Awesome reaction Sebs thanks for what you do

[@diannthomas5653]

I love that he starts with the hero verse. Beautiful rendition. Thanks for the reaction. Good job.

[@MCMNasty2]

A true icon. ❤

[@javavoicecafe6968]

A little late but... Another great song for the 4th, and the times we're in, generally... Paul Simon's American Tune with Rhiannon Giddens at the Newport Folk Festival. ⚖️🗽✊ Stay strong everyone!

[@markwatson450]

If you go to the summit of Pikes Peak in Colorado you will see what inspired this poem written by Katherine Lee Bates in 1893. Music was added by Silias Pratt and revised in 1904. The summit allows a breathtaking view of the Rocky Mts. and you can feel how thin the air is. The visitor center sells donuts that are huge because they blow way up because the altitude! Great place to experience and you are not far from there - go ride the cog railway! Thanks!

[@kylesummers1565]

Ray Charles was a VERY special human. Peace, Love!!

[@billenright2788]

Love your emotions brother. Keepin it real.

[@alyssajennings3046]

As a new country fan, you must react to Ray Charles and Willie Nelson singing 7 Spanish Angels!! It’s a classic and one of my favorite collaborations of all time! I know you will love it 😍

[@NativeTexan-fm5dy]

So glad you reacted to this. I had forgotten about this one. It's so beautiful, and a great way to start out Independence Day celebrations.

[@teresamerkel7161]

Happy 4th Sebs. America, America, God mend thine every flaw..... my favorite line as well.

[@jimmywilmore1881]

HAPPY 4TH OF JULY!🎇 I was hoping for a special Dan Vasc Star Spangled Banner reaction. I didn’t see that you have reacted to a must listen on the patriotic day!

[@johnathanstruble1064]

The Genius of Ray Charles , the collection, two complication albums, should be required curriculum, in every arts and music class, let alone every private music Library..,.... Worldwide. ❤

[@davidpost428]

Happy Fourth to you, my friend. Stay blessed!

[@suziQue]

Chills.. absolutely Beautiful 🎆

[@garyf45garyf45]

Incredible ❤🎉😢

[@tonydelapa1911]

Welcome aboard as a citizen. I appreciate your reaction to this song, especially today. Nicely done.

[@paulaleckey1968]

That is what this is all about!!

[@dianadamann4661]

Tears😢

[@dianadamann4661]

I forgot how much I love Ray Charles.

[@jackjohnson7714]

The one you needed to show was him singing this song at the World Series right after 9/11 it was better than any other version he ever put out

[@hackermusic3355]

It always amazed me how he could start throwing in adlibs and every one of them sound great.

[@brendasloan6480]

Loved hearing this song tonight! Happy 4th to you and your family 🇺🇸

[@bertramfien1095]

A musical genius that makes you cry.

[@scottdonohue3379]

Have a safe and happy Independence Day everyone!! Keep putting out the great videos Sebs!

[@michaellynch9550]

You’re awesome Sebs.

[@lillieprekler]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@katherinedinwiddie4526]

Love this! Would love to hear what you think about 7 Spanish 😇 Angels! With Willie they are fabulous!!

[@RC-fi8zw]

You are a good person bro! Happy 4th of July!

[@johnathanstruble1064]

Happy Independence Day. ❤👏👍✌️

[@lenaburns]

Great video.

[@NancyMoran-r3b]

I’m Proud to be an American.

[@allenmike21]

the sandlot movie is what cones to mind when i hear this song

[@Marilyn-v9v]

Welcome Sebs, to the Land of The Free and the Home of The Brave! Better late than never. My people have been here since 1620.

[@that44rdv4rk]

excellent choice. 6:39 so, crown thy good with brotherhood?