(Official Music Video) "If I were the Devil" by Colby Acuff

[@magdawind13]

Why is this not everywhere? This is an absolute masterpiece. This song is literally the history that we are currently living. This needs to blow up

[@SubjectRaps]

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[@samlivingston6375]

That's why it's not everywhere. The WEF 😈 don't want there plans on blast. If you like truth check out Tom MacDonald.

[@skekze]

I keep posting it on twitter. Pepsi & Coke will both give you diabetes. Same for our parties that have lost touch with reality.

[@fillipfairfile801]

because it hits the nail on the head, best thing the devil ever did was convince us hebdidnt exist, cough israel cough

[@skekze]

@@fillipfairfile801 show me the nation that hasn't committed atrocities & I'll show you a liar.

[@Slaythehippies]

Oliver Anthony sent me down a rabbit hole that brought me here. There IS real music out there! Thank you for your talent and your message!

[@calebh336]

Same here🤝

[@JohnDoe-lx3dt]

Welcome, this song brought me to Mr Anthony lol

[@noonestoplooking]

@@JohnDoe-lx3dt yes sir real music is nice aint it

[@chrisbrazee9755]

Hahaha Hahaha! Me too!

[@JohnDoe-lx3dt]

@@noonestoplooking it is great to finally hear some real artists spreading a good message again

[@stevenbentley310]

Combat veteran here, and this song speaks to me on a cellular level. Thanks for creating it. Somehow, it seems to help.

[@Trevor-08]

Especially the part about making the wolves fight each other until there are only sheep. What better way to get rid of the people that would resist then to feed them to the meat grinder.

[@christyzeringue7738]

Thank you for being a wolf ❤️

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[@doubletappinhillbilly]

@@christyzeringue7738 still a few of us left 👍!

[@jas5050]

Im a combat veteran. This hits deep

[@TheAngryGnome]

It's hard to find an artist with a real message in their music. Good to know music isn't dead.

[@specialopssoldier1]

youre not looking hard enough lol..i mean you got merle haggard, george jones, johnny cash, creed fisher, cody jinks, aaron lewis, hank williams jr etc all these outlaw country artist are a real deal and spread good powerful message

[@TheAngryGnome]

@@specialopssoldier1 Dude, this was in the context of new music. Lmao. It's hard to navigate through new music like WAP and find any real message or emotion behind the lyrics. That being said, I appreciate the recommendations from the outlaw country genre, they're all outstanding artists.

[@matthewbeaver5026]

@@TheAngryGnome Tyler Childers And caamp is a hidden gem. If country is your thing Colter wall. The other 2 have some country roots tho I would put more into an Appalachian bluegrass genre

[@CosmicCat23]

A lot of country music does. Why do you think it’s often put down and mocked in the mainstream?

[@TheAngryGnome]

@@CosmicCat23 Fair. I think a lot of country gets shafted in the mainstream because it carries a lot of southern ideals. It seems like modern "country" music is just country-flavored pop music. That's why finding music like this is like finding diamonds in a coal mine.

[@stevemadison7895]

My wife played this for me on the drive from Amarillo to Denver yesterday. I’m 73 now and have seen my share of evil. Tooth and nail, hand to hand is the lyric that got me.

[@Rick-3c1]

One of those songs you never forget and end up coming back to over the years

[@robertl7334]

You know a song is amazing, when you start singing along to lyrics you've never heard before. It just flows out like bleeding from a wound and won't stop.

[@jeffswope1511]

Funny thing is that “the devil “ doesn’t do anything to me that I don’t do to myself mostly. The song really resonates with me. Thanks and don’t forget to enjoy today’s blessings.

[@RolexzOfficial]

How is this Artist not an international superstar already? It hurts to see people with such talent not getting the attention they deserve... Colby your music will still be played on my soundsystems even when I'm gray and old someday❤

[@marysander36]

Well I'm already grey and old and this song is for today, right now! This belongs up there with Small Town and Rich Men of Richmond!!!! This should be more so much more, than it is now!!

[@eventual420smoke7]

Oliver Anthony I found you today I'm 25 years old and your music gives me hope and I appreciate every word you say if you ever read this just no meeting you would be a blessing and I wanna thank you for inspiring me to be the best man I can be god bless.

[@gdullage]

Wow why is this not everywhere. Amazing song and so much truth. If your listening to this you are a wolf.

[@jerrymichaud]

Yes

[@654Crossman]

The opening verse hits me deep. I've resented God for getting a taste of my dreams, only to have it ripped away. I've tried to pursue those dreams in the last 10 years and I can't even get close. I know I got no one to blame but myself, but I still feel like it was just a giant trick and the only reason I got to live my dream for such a short time, was only so it would hurt this many years later. Quite the opposite message of "better to have loved and lost, than never loved at all."

[@addiechim239]

The lord works in mysterious ways. He gives us tests and trials but everything happens for a reason. He has a plan for you, just not always a clear one. Keep working hard and he will bless you

[@654Crossman]

@addiechim239 thanks for the encouragement. Probably should've added that it turned out to be the Devil, who knew how to twist the knife. In my recent time, I've turned back to God and seen through the Devil's tricks. I use my testimony to encourage others, who experience hopelessness and grief. Should've clarified all this in my original comment but glad to say I know God is in control and every storm I go through, is to make me better. It hurts like Hell but there's a reason for it. Growth involves pain. If you are always comfortable, you're never growing.

[@wierqh]

​@@654Crossman so true. The devil wants you comfortable so you don't grow. Life isn't meant to be easy.

[@Kelsiemarieanderson406]

My sister showed me this song, I'm sure glad she did! Not only is it easy listening, the message is very important. Thank God for musicians who will sing for us.

[@Lee-Care]

Amen

[@trinityrector]

thanking God for a satan worshiping song isn’t right

[@GayguysSuckdick]

​@@trinityrectorI don't see how it's Satan worshipping.

[@briankyllonen]

@@trinityrectorthis song is not about worshipping satan. He’s saying that the world is deeply corrupted by satan, and that most people don’t realize it. And it’s the truth. All the gays, lesbians, transgenders, pedophiles, etc. they’re under the devils thumb

[@corbinhulsewe]

@@trinityrectorthe message flew way over your head if you think this is a Satan worshiping song

[@jaydendavidson1406]

It showes that the problems in the world going on right now isn't the doing it man but it's the devil and now more then every do we need to pray and study the word of God

[@marjieryan5185]

Been listening to this for awhile now...this song needs to be played on ever radio station...

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[@ZachShock13]

The fact that this video isn’t over 100k views absolutely boggles my mind, this may be my most played song of 2021

[@yurizaitsef]

Based. Been blasting it here out in Southern idaho

[@johnXJ8899]

A different upload of the sing without the video has 2 mil

[@cityoftrees1916]

Because people have forget what real music is This song is 🔥

[@MRFUCR]

i think half the views are mine

[@michaelmorrison4201]

Yea the song itself without the music video has 3+ million views right now

[@loriburns2104]

My Son shared this song with me ...RIP Ben B ....22-9-11-41 ❤ To Infinity My Beautiful Son ... 5-17-24

[@biohaker6446]

❤

[@deborahpeach7916]

It’s the middle of August in triple digit Texas, yet this songs still gives me the chills…

[@strprdexn8083]

from the uk just getting into country music this is a masterpiece

[@drewhessler4698]

I'm a little late to this song, but wow. A timeless message. Possibly the best song I've ever heard. Thank you for writing this, Colby. I hope the rest of the world listens and opens their eyes.

[@suMErsalT]

I couldn’t agree more Drew!

[@fletcherstewart205]

You were right on time friend :-)

[@robertquail5838]

Hey I don't know if I am spelling this right check out John Prine Empires falls Might not be right title but you tube will take you there Good song same kind of message

[@JohnDoe-lx3dt]

Just found it yesterday and yeah, totally agree. A true message in a catchy ass song sung by a man with a voice like silk.

[@evanpayne6792]

I just heard this song today and thought to myself…is this one of the best songs I’ve ever heard? Yes..yes it is.

[@sallyragduall8892]

One of the best songs in the world

[@jacobbrinton8999]

beautiful song, beautiful message and wonderfully shot picture to capture the story. thank you and the recording team.

[@jakeethell4516]

The lyrics blew me away once I took the time to listen word for word. Been on repeat💯❤️

[@bluesfinder2]

I've been listening to this young man sing for about ten years now. Colby has always had that strong country sound in his vocals. His song writing is second to none. See ya down the road my friend.

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[@sampennington5522]

Not sure how I didn't find this sooner! Great song, great message- Tells exactly what's happening! The things happening behind the scenes, while simultaniously being right in our face is crazy right now!

[@teresabarley8972]

Why are we not hearing this? Great song!!

[@Cordell-]

I was looking for "if I were the devil" by Paul Harvey. Clicked this by accident, best mistake I've made

[@FrizzyVagabond]

Bro sameeee Paul harvey genuinely gave me goosebumps from how right it is

[@ironsmack10]

Justin Townes Earle is up there too!

[@sexykitten0814]

Between this and Paul Harvey’s classic 1965 radio commentary, I think it’s now official, The Devil is a modern day hardcore leftist liberal Democrat.

[@greengorilla1518]

Same

[@masterenos]

@@sexykitten0814 and it fits into the times all too well

[@nathanarchambault4765]

Dude wow. Just wow

[@DillyOutdoors]

The end of this video truly supports the meaning of this video. The way that the camera looks over the city, which were becoming a thing as humans and life started to evolve and become more complex, then also how Colby lights a cigarette, and how the camera keeps rolling passed the vineyard, as us humans have made our own sinful pleasures ourselves, and also as the sirens were going off, almost as a signal of trouble and sin, and then the distant silence, as if nobody is looking around at the world and what's happening to it. It's really no wonder why the Devil always stays in Hell, because this WORLD even frightens him.

[@A_Sound_Soul]

Now if only you could see just what you didn't conceive when you chose to proceed with another praise-laced disease the addiction to things you've been conflicted and this is only but my conviction to help you also when I listen but hear the deepest sound lost lamb yelling wolf's howl "I'm the heaviest crown" so take another look around the soft quiet killing spree you gave to another man's town when the morrow light dims night lights down you'll see just how bright hellfire flames can spark in my town for amongst us there are also those of you who choose to listen with deaf ears to blind men's simple decisions made loud

[@samwinn2774]

Is this a song or book or something? If not I'm going to make it into a song if thats cool

[@keliejsturg]

This song is so DEEP and TRUE!!! Every time it comes up on one my playlist I hit repeat 3times!!! Thank you for making such an incredible DEEP song ❤

[@JD-ll7zn]

the bible says this world is controlled by the wicked one.. this song relates to our times so much

[@mattborup5293]

Look at “Paul Harvey, if I were the devil 1965”

[@gavinwest5053]

The world hides little gems like this because it doesn’t fit their narrative. This is real music that gives me chills so thank you

[@issintf925]

absolutely incredible. This gives me hope in new country music

[@InlandFilmCo]

It was an absolute pleasure working with you on this piece, Colby. Grateful for this song and your creativity - and especially grateful for the crew and location (Arbor Crest) for making the vision for this music video come to life.

[@BottomShelfLive]

yall did a great job on this! love it!

[@InlandFilmCo]

@@BottomShelfLive thank you so much! 🙏🏼

[@ricardoorta2108]

Was this in Arizona?

[@waltrudd5200]

Y'all did amazing!!! Thank you good Sir, the lighting of the cigarette and the pull on it at the end .... Awesome thanks 🙏

[@willcresson8776]

Good shit - props.

[@hardcore4jc]

That last line gets me every time! This entire song is, well, wow! That’s all I got!

[@tylerlabine9360]

hey colby been watching since i accidentally came across you playing drums and singing dont stop believing. watchin your musical style evolve over the years has been a lot of fun. dont ever change the music because a label tells you to.

[@Kinginwar]

So good to see a young man with manhood enough to tell the truth Gives me hope for the future Thank you

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[@natewyatt4961]

This guy is amazing!!! He played at my daughter’s wedding and was absolutely brilliant!!! Great job man!

[@lindatanner8726]

This song needs to be number one!!! So much truth here it's scary.

[@freewolf4110]

Holy shit! Didn't expect it to be that exceptionally Deep of a message.... 👏👏👏👏 Beautiful lyrics When I was a child no one ever told us all the monsters would be human 😔

[@marjieryan5185]

And adults...

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[@xSP3CTREx]

We stopped looking under the bed when we figured out they were inside us the whole time.

[@captainremington5109]

It's based off of Paul Harvey's "If I Was the Devil" from 1965; An equally powerful message.

[@johnsosa6660]

Deep

[@bucko7]

worlds best song ever. I listen to this song and the lyrics make so much sense man I love this guy

[@shaunsomma2387]

What a gem of a songs great job

[@geofreak75]

My name is Shaun! Lol

[@Daniel-lq1qv]

This song hits even harder in 2023.

[@mjaycalhoun9637]

It's do

[@Bababoi-se3sc]

its almost 2024

[@aloomis9614]

Still hitting in 2024

[@Lazy-F-Acres]

Turn up the volume and bass…still hits hard

[@Sour_patches_96]

Didnt even realize this was written 2 years ago. I just assumed they were talking about the state of things today. How sad

[@evanhollingsworth1685]

Heard this for the first time about 30 minutes ago, so I guess this is like the 7th time now? Brother this is one of the best songs I've ever heard???

[@becemmins9740]

It's so true .. make everyone comply.. concor and divide.. sound familiar? Make every one do as advised then when things go wrong it's your own fault for complying even with things made compulsory.. more people need to listen to these songs and realise how we are in places power means everything and your just a number.

[@Mr.JuneBugz]

Hits the soul.

[@YoutubeYouTube-hp7mt]

I expected the video to this to have millions of views! This song was reccomended to me on Spotify and it has been on heavy repeat the past couple days!

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[@joke3688]

This song has a Stronger meaning in 2024, look all around today, the devil is really showing himself & killing us off. Lord Jesus told us about his plans, & their more visible than ever, Jesus is Lord. Stay Blessed Everyone!

[@tamtown]

Sure bud. Yes it was always here...😢

[@tamtown]

It has been here since human time... it was always real. Just gonna be another wipe. Don't look back. Turn into salt. Idk.

[@crushlogic]

This song is amazing! Every word describes every bit of this fallen, messed up world. It's just so poignant and accurate.

[@NedWasHere94]

“Once the wolves have killed each other it’s the sheep that I want.” Damn that line gives me the creeps.

[@TheWTCGamers]

What a sweet song, this is wholesome persistence at its finest.

[@tjs1098]

Saw Colby open for Diamond Rio last night in Great Falls, MT. Very excellent show from start to finish. Colby and his band were very energetic and everyone had a great time!

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[@RCsLiveMusic]

An amazing song. As good as the studio version is, seeing it live is simply amazing. Thank you, Colby. C'mon back to Nashville when you get the chance. You and your band are fantastic!!

[@redbubblewestifornia3405]

There’s just something about this song that just hits different. It’s just so damn good

[@pexplays2256]

“Do you know what I love about the chicken sandwich from chick fila” is such a prime example of this song and how this evil place distracts you’re mind from actually seeing the hidden messages in you’re questions and uncertainness in life. “Think outside of the bell” and you will do just that ❤️

[@alexandregauthier1012]

The cigarette lighting at the end is a touch of genius 💯🔥

[@natyr707]

I was traveling through Wyoming In the middle of the night a few years back when I heard this amazing song for the first time! Such a great vocalist

[@coopervonstein196]

Pure chills listening to this 🤯 please make more songs like this

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[@new0305]

Do you have a fever?

[@Azucarr.Breeena-XoXo]

i absolutely love this song. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to lose myself and relax to the tune.

[@kalebkiraly936]

This song is superrr similar to Live Oak by Jason Isbell… both are great just interesting to hear the similarities

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[@epholt]

It’s a total rip off haha

[@TroubleZxHCT]

Got to get inspiration from somewhere no difference in hip hop Simone’s flows and melody’s get used and used by other artists just different words at least.

[@burmy1552]

Yep, absolute thievery. @@epholt

[@mtchwllms]

Honored to have been a part of this. So grateful for the crew who helped make the vision for this music video come to life. Big shout to our friends at Arbor Crest for the beautiful location too!

[@dustypeppers1358]

Is he related to Roy Acuff?

[@bamaboi2053]

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[@bamaboi2053]

9lp pl

[@kriscase690]

Sometimes it takes a while for something to catch on. Heard this song for the first time today - Love! Been on repeat.

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[@dingdongmckong5247]

Helped me through my recent break up. Still progress ahead. But thankful I found this. Hopefully he comes to Indiana soon

[@trevorbrunson5642]

There's not a thing about this song, let alone the album, that isn't perfect. God damn I hope this guy goes far because I would love to hear more

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[@jakobhazen5354]

still one of the best songs i’ve ever listened to such a shame it’s not more well known

[@ttomgast1769]

"If I were the devil " is heavenly . Thanks Colby .

[@craigweber6254]

This song touches my soul the same way as Rich Men North of Richmond does!! THANK YOU!! AWESOME TUNE!!

[@tyesmith5653]

Hey Colby, went to high school with you and I live across the country now... and when this song found me I couldn't be more proud of a LCHS Grad ... keep at it buddy ! Love to see your success, such a great song !

[@IcarusFaIlen]

You threw me for a loop there because my school is also LCHS but mine is in Kansas so completely different schools but it got me for a second.

[@volumeswitch1986]

Just found this song, straight goosebumps everytime I listen. Love it.

[@CarlosSalazar-fz3dw]

This Rythm Hits The Little Bit Of Soul I Thought I Had Left From This world.

[@ellenelizabeth7896]

Brilliant song, one of my favourites

[@Kobewankenobiofficial]

How does this not have a million views. This song needs promoted!

[@terencem.4459]

Truth, beauty, love❤️ the longer you look into the abyss the more light you find❤️

[@lindatanner8726]

How do we make this go viral...Great song!!

[@xSP3CTREx]

This song speaks to my soul, first time I heard went right to the playlist. Bless you all.

[@ShadeofSeven]

Songs like this have brought me back to country music

[@lonilo6796]

Brilliant and true words.

[@libertybelle371]

Thanks Reality Check Radio in New Zealand for sending me here. A song for the times.

[@jessekukendall9273]

Listening to this after i lost my mom in may, and drunk as shit now while puking and hearing the lyrics i get what you're saying. There's no meaning to the devil you're referring to other than what we deal with day by day. It can be literally anyone you deal with in life, including yourself, ill try to remember this more as i move forward in life

[@renitareamdespain3566]

😢🙏❤️‍🩹

[@MarioMartinez-is1cg]

Just ran across this song and thankful i did!!! Such a great song

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[@barryhernandez3469]

Literally listening to this after the American Son album because I wanted to throw a deeper dive on knowing what he’s put out before and this is the first thing that came across and hooked even more

[@edwardmoreno5558]

Just found him today, can’t say nothing else than awesome

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[@Arkonservative]

Walking, breathing, experiencing this century is really put into perspective for me through this song. We've bastardized the idea of "freedom" and live in a society capable of anything for self-gratification

[@LboogieTeeetee-qh2do]

This is low key one of the best writers I've ever hear love it bud keep it going

[@gabriellepoehlein1860]

This song should have so many more views. And likes. And comments.

[@deborahpeach7916]

This song gives me the chill’s every time I listen. Only song that does….

[@morrisdomke8920]

This IS SO TRUE TO THE WORLD WE ARE IN TODAY!!!! WELL DONE

[@jrsgarage7623]

That last line says it all!

[@nickk2668]

Great damn song. Beautiful.

[@COLBYHAGS]

Dudes chill in my book

[@insanehi5241]

Awesome song and an awesome voice. Thank you for what you do.

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[@12982evets]

Just shared it again on FB just an awesome tune!!!

[@michaelmorrison4201]

I came over from just the song version here on KZbin and before I heard the song I noticed the comments were turned off. At first I thought it was strange, then I seen when it came out and thought "hmm this should be pretty good..." And it didn't disappoint. Just cryptic enough to hurt some feelings, but not too obvious to where it is deemed hate speech. Good song brother.

[@liamhenshaw6684]

What a voice.... unbelievable

[@nathanielbailey108]

This is good Country. Rare.

[@RiverSmallmouthAdventures]

Excellent composition and acoustics!

[@neds3528]

God bless all the people from Fl. To the Carolinas that have lost everything. God is still with you I promise you that. Turn to Jesus it is never too late.

[@lindeermig]

I havent cried in a year and this did it for me. Really listen people, Really listen.

[@garrettwhited6630]

One, two, three, four If I were the devil, first thing that'd I'd do Is I'd come off like I ever gave a damn about you I'd let you catch a peak of all your greatest desires And I'd watch the flames in your eyes burn like hellfire Find all the wolves in the land And I'd make them fight each other Tooth and nail and hand to hand Find all the sheep, make 'em stir up the pot 'Cause once the wolves have killed each other Sheep are what I want The devil walks among us, friends, I know this is true And I don't know if he's red, and I don't know if he's blue One thing that I know, we need to take a look around If I were the devil, this world would be my playground As I place that thorny crown on my furrowed brow Well, I'd shine in all the tears of joy, yellin' from the crowd I'd want to brainwash some parents, and I'd have the world I'll be in every schoolhouse lecturin' little boys and girls The devil walks among us, friends, I know this is true And I don't know if it's me, and I don't know if it's you But one thing that I know, we need to take a look around If I were the devil, this world would be my playground Mmm Mmm, mmm, mmm For my final act, I'll tell you what'd it'd be I'd have everyone so medicated, they could never see My cloven hooves or horned head would be all disguised And the best part of it all is they'd comply with their demise The devil walks among us, friends, I know this is true And I don't know if it's me, and I don't know if it's you One thing that I know, we need to take a look around If I were the devil, this world would be my playground If I were the devil, this world was mine to see Well, I'd witness all the atrocities, and it'd probably frighten me So I'd run back home with a story to tell I'd tell all my demon friends that I always preferred Hell

[@marktwainwilliams4346]

U = MVP

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[@NathanKimmell]

Thank you for making this, but it actually says “this world WOULDN’t be my playground” you have it as “would be my playground”

[@Riftyboy22]

Nathan, I've listened and I see where this comes from, but I think that's just his twang. However, at the very end before the last verse, it sounds like he said "this world wouldn't be" intentionally, so maybe he does say it the very last time. Although, as I said earlier, may just be the country twang.

[@gunsnstuff11]

Bless your soul

[@moostuh]

This is an absolute banger. Tops. Brilliant.