★ Ray Charles ★ America the Beautiful ★ 2001 World Series ★

[@MrPickledede]

As a 22-year-old New Yorker at this time my heart was broken and this performance was so uplifting I will never forget it.

[@equationalmc9862]

I was 24 a new Yorker and drank a lot of alcohol that fall and winter truth be told.

[@donnelson9932]

The best rendition ever.

[@Cheerfulairplanewindow-qt7im]

He and Whitney are the two best rendentions of America Ever Sang. PERIOD...

[@rachealoyeru5436]

Although,am Nigerian; I cried listening to this song. I love America

[@2352anne]

Me too. Australian here. Ray Charles the greatest soul singer. 🇦🇺🦘🦘🦘

[@Hunter-q9z6q]

We love you too Nigeria...

[@MitchClement-il6iq]

We might have the first black woman president! God bless america and the dream to be the best!

[@GeorgeDoughty-m8e]

I'm 70 yrs old. This brings tears to my eyes. I remember how America was and THAT brings tears to my eyes.

[@nickblanos2084]

76 myself,I know what you mean😥

[@2352anne]

​@@nickblanos2084... me too . 72 yr old here. ❤

[@GeorgeDoughty-m8e]

I agree 100%. I'm your age. When we were kids we knew, we KNEW we could do anything we wanted. Not so easy anymore.

[@michaelmilburne8539]

You are valued 💯💪🏽

[@ffrannk]

Although I'm a young 62, I still remember how his rendition of America the Beautiful rocked me deep to my core. I still get emotional when I listen to this.

[@plantbased5673]

This should be our National Anthem.

[@NorthernPrepper]

Back in a time when it didn't matter if you were Democrat or Republican. We loved America. We loved our flag. And we were united.

[@troyamann5529]

It still doesn’t matter…

[@michaelklemp5510]

Please Explain Troy​@troyamann5529

[@lauraluffman6177]

Agreed

[@sandiwhite9152]

@@NorthernPrepper Look how far we’ve come tho..? NOW, the democrat party is the party of communism and absolute power! All they have left is lies, cheating,stealing and straight UP FORCING a sitting prez OUT!! I just wonder how much Biden and his corrupt family needed $$$ to be ousted? What was the deal to get him out? What happened to you and me just going to the voting booth, casting our vote, and it all being counted before everyone went to bed…! ? What happened was … THE DEMOCRATS !!

[@blackberrylady9265]

I truly agree with you and also times when right was right, wrong was wrong no gray line for anyone 👈🏾👈🏾💯

[@douglaslang2218]

When men loved our country and knew that despite our imperfections we were growing as one.

[@dennisgunn4673]

No one can do this song better than Ray Charles “.”

[@oonojoe]

IT. DOES. NOT. get any better than this. R.I.P. Ray and God Bless You.

[@st0n3p0ny]

Whitney, maybe ... I'm just glad I get to listen to both while I think it over.

[@mancan1531]

This song and video should become the national anthem!🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@BALLERBOYS21]

@@mancan1531do you know the backstory behind the star spangled banner? Watch a video about it and you’ll see how it’s never gonna change

[@oonojoe]

Not a Chance.@@st0n3p0ny

[@lorihemphill8298]

When a blind man can see how beautiful America is.

[@adriennespratt3783]

WOW!!

[@keythdanielsen9315]

And I read he was a lifelong Republican.

[@lorihemphill8298]

@@keythdanielsen9315 smart man!!!

[@victorblock3421]

@@keythdanielsen9315 Whatever he was, couldn't have been a democrat(Communist). He loved the country.

[@potats5916]

@@victorblock3421 do you have to bring politics into this? Just enjoy the music from a legend

[@liannebedard5521]

I am going to listen to this EVERY DAY until the election.

[@lancenelson9576]

Only Ray can play totally off beat and it sounds amazing! What a gift

[@petec9686]

This is Ray's song. Everyone else is competing for second best rendition.

[@tripodthreefoot2268]

petec9686 If Georgia on my Mind was the anthem Ray Charles would've owned that also. But you're correct he slayed this rendition of America Beautiful.

[@randybell6552]

petec9686 there's not even a 2nd. I don't care to hear anyone else sing it

[@bobcampbell7596]

Carly Simon must have had Ray's rendition of America the Beautiful in mind when she sang "Nobody does it better Makes me feel sad for the rest Nobody does it half as good as you Baby, you're the best"

[@jawesomes6939]

Truth 💯

[@thefigtreeguy]

I disagree. No one can compete with Ray Charles. He gets first, second and third place. His voice singing this song is just amazing.

[@christophersmith8272]

My grandfather took me to this game. Glad I got to spend time with him and enjoyed the honor of hearing Ray Charles in person. RIP to both..❤❤❤🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@smartfpkm1727]

I want to see America

[@josephcook732]

RIP to your Grandfather and Mr. Ray. God bless you through these tough times my man.

[@queenladybug1702]

I bet there wasn't a dry eye in the stadium.

[@rvdjt8874]

Jesucristo es Dios

[@edwinmalachy]

WOW! THAT was priceless family time.

[@1Alphaofallalphas]

Ray Charles, America's National Treasure!!!

[@richardbruggeman2953]

There will never be another Ray. An American treasure. He sings in God's choir now. We miss you Ray.

[@mikechialastri7777]

Right on, Ray will always be The Man!

[@sg1770]

Wait what about john legend? Oh never mind. There will never be another ray charles. All of these new singers are clueless and don’t understand the greatest country ever

[@Wh4L205]

@@sg1770 That type of negativity is exactly a lot of the problem.

[@dawsondudark]

@@sg1770 I think you need to try and see it from their perspective. Understand that by doing that you aren’t abandoning your belief that the country is great. It just needs improvement in some areas. There is greatness about our country, but that doesn’t mean that there isn’t injustice.

[@scottfisher7478]

Yes, my friend! Ray was unique! His sincerity and passion was unrivaled. Personally, I think he is directing God's choir.

[@jawesomes6939]

Watching Ray's joyous reaction to the crowd is testament to his power with his voice and soul. Rip Ray Charles.

[@dominiquejones3805]

SPECIAL

[@socal20001]

And his love for this country

[@normangiron1398]

EXACTLY. KEEPING. IT. REAL. 100%

[@perfectblue8443]

Mr Charles. You will always be dearly remembered and never be replaced.

[@teresasmith8946]

After 9-11 this country came together as a country, we stood shoulder to shoulder with each other not seeing differences just seeing a fellow American. We flew our flags on our homes and cars. We came together. Mr. Ray Charles was a national treasure, a blind man that could truly see.

[@Matt-yz3iq]

Gosh I think this had to be 2 months before 9-11 if this was at the all star game in the summer of 2001. Goosebumps..

[@bbmtge]

America, as is the human condition, is very self-destructive. It wasn't very long after 9/11 that we resumed that nature and many of the left wing actually sympathized with terrorists. Look at who they elect and who they covet.

[@staceyhague5012]

Yes we did. I was fresh out of hight school my senior year and it still hurts to this day. 😢

[@prestonphillips3375]

Too bad liberals have ruined patriotism and America

[@shawnpavlik1293]

@@Matt-yz3iq World Series, so it was AFTER 9-11.

[@vernwallen4246]

that's what you call"knocking it out of the ball park".RIP FRIEND.

[@jennymcgowin9140]

That was so awsome I can never rewatch it without crying. I ♥️ Ray Charles!

[@theMatch111]

His joy at the end is the best iv'e seen, i wouldn't mind this being America's anthem

[@cRs93318]

Amen. It sure is in my mind.

[@jamesduffy6518]

That would be something

[@walkertexasranger97]

That was a true and deep joy that, as a seeing person, I dont think i can imagine. God bless America.

[@VOID_DEATH]

This or Whitney Houstons national anthem.

[@h2puertorico]

He got goosebumps so amazing

[@K9swiper]

Who else cried watching this? RAY CHARLES is the GOAT! Rip

[@ryansmurda1552]

Me! This and Whitney Houston National Anthem gets me every time.

[@chrismayes969]

Naa fr

[@rudolphmcneill515]

🥹🥹🥹❤❤❤

[@NexyusN]

no singer has ever made me feel the way ray does

[@suemartin8614]

Nobody can sing "America the Beautiful" like Ray Charles! I love to hear him sing, "Georgia", too!

[@mpgarr]

Yes, another great song by Ray Charles---both always bring me to tears. With Georgia---it sure does because even though not born there, I spent my "formative years" there, graduating high school in Savannah.....

[@rhondatucci7768]

Sue Martin dothat rllgt

[@christophercooney1017]

Sing it ray😁😁😂

[@terryporche8745]

Sue Martin love this man and his music. RIP Mr Ray.

[@alightthatnevergoesout]

one of the greatest voices ever! those are 2 of my favorite songs too. We miss and love you Ray!

[@I_Love_my_adblock4408]

🙋🏾‍♂️ I'm a retired US Soldier living in Germany this is the first time I ever seen this and I'm crying. I'm crying from my country and my fellow Americans who are so divided. 😭

[@TJJS982]

I don’t think we are as divided as the media wants us to believe.

[@johnrobinson1762]

Thank you for the sentiments

[@LburgVAGuy]

We'll all come back together when it's needed most! 🫡

[@TimothyGraff]

I think the divide is too wide for all Americans to ever reunite, but the true patriots WILL be reunited again. This song will also be OUR anthem!!

[@nguoivietquocgiaforever8591]

@@TJJS982exactly! There are many people who still love and believe in this amazing country!🇺🇸🥰👍❤️🙏🇺🇸🫡💪🤗😘😇

[@bobmanders8635]

I remember when we used to care about each other. Unfortunately, now we live in a toxic world that there is no empathy or compassion. We are now so filled with hate. I think our ancestors are depressed

[@MarieRiecke]

Unfortunately, that is so true.

[@AnnStevens-p9z]

Yes sadly true

[@gregkopacz2136]

This is probably the most American thing you will ever see

[@MrSlowPaper]

How is this NOT the National Anthem?

[@karlmarxmello1816]

Greg Kopacz Now the American things are shit (from Europe))

[@jasonbauerle2144]

Watch your mouth

[@stonefly4894]

Nohaytiempo paraespacios Tell you what hoss,come on over to my neck of the woods and say something stupid like that.Wouldn't be pretty.

[@karlmarxmello1816]

Chad Baldwin k? los "americanos", o como os gusta llamaros "americans" (lo cual no debería ser así porque os estáis refiriendo a todo un continente), os creéis los amos del mundo. Creéis que sois mas importantes que los europeos, los asiáticos, africanos, etc. Menos mal que mucha gente de tu "América" no es así

[@barrycabiran2861]

I refuse to hold back tears when I hear him sing this song!! A loved man that loved his country!

[@mikewrasman5103]

Even though he and his people suffered racial prejudice, he still loved his country.

[@loriannrichardson7644]

@@mikewrasman5103 Don't know anout all that. Just why is it whites want to believe that Blacks love the US? You people are sick and twisted -- Blacks love what America could be/should be -- not what it is.

[@123bbryant]

@@loriannrichardson7644 I agree with you. But it is our striving to make this place what it always should have been that is pleasing to the eye of the Lord. This America will never be perfect. But we must strive to form a more perfect union. This is home. And for all its horror and faults and beauties and victories, it's still home. And I love it.

[@danielgermano3505]

@@mikewrasman5103 their sacrifices add to the beauty of america. But only for those who possess love in their heart and can move on!

[@coolray99]

@@123bbryant nah religion and politics should never intertwine. Bad chemistry right there

[@jackhana7374]

He owns this song…..no one else should ever even try to sing it…..

[@liannebedard5521]

Well, maybe the Mormon Tabernacle Choir, but you have a point..No soloist can touch it…

[@lyonellaverde3135]

For all our troubles, for all our faults, what a blessing to be in this beautiful country. May God still bless the U.S.A.

[@scottfisher7478]

Amen! From sea to shining sea!

[@scottfisher7478]

@John Hightower You are sick! I care less about your stupid political views! If one is born within the borders of America, or naturalized, one is an American. And btw, only Dummycrats are KKK.

[@susannalley5376]

Vote to save us all

[@slim439]

You really have no idea how deluded you are. Do you? Your god doesnt exist, & the entire country is imploding.

[@michaelmichela8395]

Really

[@jeff824]

He's singing in Heaven right now.

[@rojoloco3911]

Man I just watched it. I’ve been crying for like 10 minutes..

[@mdg5226]

Where’s Ray when you need him. Remember this? How this country came together?

[@KelleyBroussardMackaig]

Yes... It was in the aftermath of 9/11... Our beloved country stood fearlessly in unified allegiance. I remember what it was like to be able to cheer for our country and even that of our President. Of course, not everyone liked President George W Bush - but back then we found a way to agree to disagree. Today in 2020 people pledge more of an allegiance to their political party's than they do to their very own country. Our country is in desperate need of reconciliation - united we stand, divided we fall. No doubt about it - we are falling. And it is heartbreaking. I'm so glad that Mr. Charles didn't have to see what America has become today.

[@jacobcharles100]

Exactly!! We were and came together. He couldnt see color but bet he could "feel hate" and still gave his life making all colors happy. Ain't no other like him.. never will be another as good.

[@mdg5226]

Kelley Broussard appreciate your comment. It’s very sad in my mind to see how far we have fallen since the days after 9/11. In my lifetime I’ve never seen this country more divided. We have allowed politics to creep into any and all aspects of our lives and the result of that is clearly evident. No longer do we agree to disagree you are absolutely right. Now we treat each other like enemies like we aren’t from the same planet let alone country. We have to come together by any means necessary and take back our great nation. Elected officials work for us and it’s time to let our collective voices be heard.

[@petragehrke119]

I feel with you!

[@redblue40rc33]

My baby was born 8 days later after 911....it was hectic bk then......everybody was arming themselves.....

[@notinmyUSMC]

What a class act. Where are our class acts today?

[@marshallallensmith]

In the cemetery.

[@collinnc2001]

99% sadly yes

[@Signal_light_instructor]

+Marshall Smith™ lol

[@squarebear619]

Ray wasn't considered a class act throughout most of his career. 😅

[@hamhockdoc]

he had his issues but he is one our greats truly American

[@gabrielwilliamcollins4555]

The fact a blind man can see how great America is yet some within America cannot is crazy.

[@joedavila19681]

Him staring to the sky (by ear) tells me just how proud he was to be an American. We come in all shapes, sizes, color, and creed. This is our foundation, for which no one can ever break. Thank you Mr Charles for this beautiful rendition of who we are as a country! God Bless the USA !!

[@kristinaniemeyer5256]

Read my reply because you are DEFINITELY RIGHT!!!

[@kristinaniemeyer5256]

YOU COULD DEFINITELY TELL RAY CHARLES LOVES THE UNITED STATES 🇺🇸 of America but HE HAS NOT SEEN IT SINCE HE WAS A YOUNG KID WORLD SERIES IN 2001 which was one month after the WORLD TRADE CENTERS PLUMMETED TO THE GROUND... HIS rendition of AMERICA the BEAUTIFUL made me feel there was hope for us to be hand-in-hand again but the trump card is dividing and ruining our country 😖

[@pretenserothchild2022]

@@kristinaniemeyer5256 Are you kidding me? The demonrats and their racist poster boy obuma are the only ones dividing the country.

[@person3538]

Ray was an incredibly bright man. He was a life long republican and loved his country despite growing up in the racist deep south.

[@BoleDaPole]

Ray always was a bit of an Uncle Tom

[@mcrchickenluvr]

I was at this game. Not one single dry eye in the entire place. Especially with Aretha Franklin singing the National Anthem.

[@BrianJohnson-bq9tr]

That was one HELL of a one-two punch!!

[@XXbadfishXX1]

No u weren't

[@RJ1999x]

Roy Orbison rendition is better

[@theawesomewillyt]

Getting the two greatest R&B artists and arguably the two best singers to ever walk the earth on the same ball field must’ve been so surreal.

[@robertharvey9047]

USA home Woodbridge

[@tmdj8687]

America needs this man singing this song.

[@daver6957]

If only we could have a tenth of that national level of patriotism today.

[@armouredlion]

What’s happening today makes me sick. Watching this reminds me of a time when people actually knew what America stood for.

[@ethanwells2103]

armouredlion watching this reminds me of when America stood for something good.

[@JA-um8pz]

I kneeled as I watched this

[@waningfizzle8318]

J A funny

[@JohnJohnson-kg4ek]

There is nothing to be patriotic about today

[@jeffarose]

I can't imagine a man feeling more pride than he did that night. An incredible performance.

[@Princessbyatch88]

I'm so moved that I cry whenever I hear this legend sing this song.

[@iwanttosurvive3992]

Me too, Priscilla. Me too. ❤️💯

[@EricTheActor805]

Same, every time

[@jackhana7374]

Me too👍

[@AdrianMartinez-en1nb]

Me too😢

[@nicklubrino2606]

“America The Beautiful” should be our co-national anthem.

[@cheryllee-owens1522]

Every time I hear this song I feel the blood of my ancestors pumping through my veins!!!! Lawdhamercy!!!

[@ashotkyos]

Thank you Mister Ray! Thank you America! GOD BLESS AMERICA!!!

[@billykersh7061]

God bless you Ms. Cheryl. What a beautiful post.

[@charleswood1849]

Shirley Owens I couldn't have said it any better you set it on God bless

[@Sil_Dante]

Our country may have its faults, it’s problems, it’s issues, but what makes it beautiful is that we can come together and make it better. Love you Cheryl my fellow American 🇺🇸 ❤️!!

[@joangarner4272]

I think we all do, or should. May God continue to reign and rain down His blessings upon us.

[@beerdrinker2001]

I love it how at the end he is so overwhelmed by the energy of the crowd and he cant even see

[@ericcooper627]

Don’t be fooled Ray saw more than most people with vision!!! Because he saw and felt with his heart!

[@sancho4790]

Who doesn't cry when watching this? Even 23 years later...

[@CynthiaDeniseMcClarin]

I don't care how long ago it was. WE still owe ourselves and this Country that we love the Very best!!!

[@Junkay2]

I just love Ray's gospelicious rendition of this song!

[@Junkay2]

***** Why can't you just admire the video without making such a negative comment.

[@Junkay2]

***** Whatever.

[@1exlds90]

America the BEAUTIFUL !!!

[@MrRg602]

Best version of this song, so much soul...love it

[@lindamaddox815]

To those who did not know what soul music is, this is it!

[@glodot1]

Ever time he sings this it’s like the first time. So much heart and soul be puts into this song makes me tear up..!!!

[@krislamore5607]

Hello, how are you doing my friend?

[@scottfisher7478]

Undoubtedly, one of the greatest performers ever !

[@no_prisoners6474]

@@scottfisher7478 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@EricTheActor805]

Same, always gets tears

[@jewellwinston8830]

Ikr

[@minnesotajack1]

See, kids… this is what actual live performances used to look like.

[@teriskalky8932]

Lol, ikr?! God I love this version of this song! I can't hear it enough, doesn't matter what time of year it is!

[@apathy7899]

This is what patriotism use to look like.

[@mikewrasman5103]

Damn straight!!!!

[@deebee9917]

too bad we’ll never see something like this again

[@teriskalky8932]

@@deebee9917 Unless you listen to it over & over & over again! Ha ha ha Stay free fellow patriot!

[@frankunderwood9388]

That kind of respect for our country is now gone. This was a beautiful moment.

[@southsideman4891]

We will bring it back. WE!!!!!!!!!! WILL!!!!!!!!!! BRING!!!!!!!!!! IT!!!!!!!!!!! BACK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@jeffmorris8768]

@@southsideman4891 NEVER,AMERICA TURNED GOD DOWN.LOOK AT THIS NATION NOW.iT'S A CESSPOOL AND ONLY ONE THING WILL CHANGE THIS WORLD.it's called an atom bomb.

[@southsideman4891]

@@jeffmorris8768 :(((((((((((((((((((((((( (-_-)

[@jschroeder2761]

I absolutely love my country always have always will🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲 God Bless America

[@lemondishonor7736]

No, it’s still respected in my house.

[@deltafunction0]

This should be shown in every school in US history class.

[@marlae.l.harrison9847]

I agree with you 100%, then that's it Amen to that.

[@KelleyBroussardMackaig]

They should, but unfortunately they won't. As parents, it is up to us to show them - I've shared it with my two kiddo's (ages 12 and 16) just this afternoon. I hope and pray more parents will share it with their kids as well. I refuse to allow patriotism to die, not on my watch.

[@ChrisPBacon-wq4pu]

@@KelleyBroussardMackaigremember,you are not alone!

[@victorblock3421]

The Communists wont allow that.

[@principleriley5674]

yes

[@richl4761]

No red. No blue. Just red blooded Americans standing hand in hand. Just beautiful.

[@cornerstoneministry4726]

I love how he couldn't help but to praise Jesus at 4:05. Such a timeless wonder is Ray Charles!

[@lemondishonor7736]

I love how at the end thousands of Americans were feeding Mr. Charles’ soul. He could really feel the energy they were giving him in return for what he just gave us. R.I.P. great man.

[@Nellian]

So beautifully said❤

[@RCvetky]

The man is bubbling over with soul! Nobody does this any better! God Bless America !!

[@tombeyer375]

When Ray stood at the end, the humility,joy and happiness was surely there and I'll never forgot it. THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA 🇺🇸🇺🇸 RIP dear brother Ray. We'll always love you.

[@Dratim-l6b]

🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@rustyhopp]

When I retired after over 30 years in the US Navy in 2005, a version of Ray Charles America the Beautiful was played at the Retirement Ceremony, I have always loved his version of this beautifu song. God Bless America and God Bless Ray Charles

[@jonathanroberts6434]

Thank you for your service!

[@ldosoares4710]

Gênio...Fantastico! Sempre REY...nunca Esquecerei......

[@dollysmith2596]

❤❤❤😂😂😂🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤😂😂😂🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤😂😂😂🎉🎉🎉

[@donsullivan7736]

People were nervous and afraid after 911, when or where would the next attack be? The World Series, should it be cancelled? Fear not, brother Ray stepped forward and hit a home run far greater than any ball hit by a player

[@bizzy24100]

amen he did !!!!!!

[@tripodthreefoot2268]

Don Sullivan If only 911 was a terrorist attack by the people we blamed your comment would've been more beautiful than Ray singing this beautiful piece. Unfortunately Bush, Cheney, the Saudis are still walking around freely.

[@davidborodziuk898]

Well said Don

[@taydafranklin7800]

Damn Don that was beautiful!!! A true statement never sounded so good

[@Memorex996]

And then Bush on the mound for game 3 a perfect strike. 2001 was the most patriotic series.

[@VW5767]

If that doesn't make you feel patriotic, I dont know what will.. Thanks Ray!

[@alanmcneill2407]

He was not blind to beauty....listening to this....I felt he allowed us to hear the soul of America. He was, and still IS the best of us.. oh yeah!! oh YEAH!!!!

[@angelcho00]

Fighting back tears to see him enjoy the moment at the end!😩😩

[@ChiefReso]

The end of this clip is gold...Sir Ray, basking in the glory of a great moment in time

[@divadoll606]

Roger Reso II Agree. It was like watching him embrace all the love around him and loving them back.

[@taydafranklin7800]

Reading his lips saying that's alright!! And that smile tells the story

[@vanessawarren5063]

Angel Cho yes ,,

[@sarqRodriguez]

Holy crap. I'm crying

[@GreggDuncanMcLean1]

As Howard Cosell said after Ray performed this song at the start of the Sugar Ray Leonard -Roberto Duran fight back in 1981 ....if this doesnt touch a nerve or put a chill up your spine then nothing will...Amen to that Howard

[@ExProforlife]

Greg McLean First time I heard him sing it was that fight and it has been with me ever since..

[@southsideman4891]

Im going to check that out

[@phillipcothran]

I have to come back and watch this from time to time, it makes me cry everytime. He wasn't nothing nice.

[@jbizzle7616]

I sure do wish we were still as proud of this country as we used to be. God bless America.

[@mattc9412]

Me too

[@Twizzledoc187]

Trump messed it all up

[@7choppyoung]

I'm not even an American but everytime I watch this I cry 😢

[@jamesrule2467]

You’re an American in heart! You know the people who make up America are special, some are just confused right now.

[@davecoker2354]

Still brings a tear to my eye. Lord help us all.

[@letsfly7562]

If this doesn’t leave you in tears than you don’t know what you missed.

[@miketalife]

WE were never this united since Nine-Eleven happened. Today is a mess and we need the good ol America back.

[@ccc0909]

I believe we are united and the strife is all being orchestrated by the media to make it look otherwise.

[@hectorsanchez1377]

Nothing like survivors guilt and propaganda to fake unite people. “Freedom fries?” That shit was hella lame. Cmon now.

[@4orrcountry]

@@ccc0909 Yes, by BOTH Conservative AND Liberal media - it is NOT limited to just one.

[@phukyew14]

@@hectorsanchez1377 Nothing like third world Mexicans coming to our country and telling us how to be patriotic 🤦‍♂️

[@phukyew14]

In the 1940's to 1960's we were. Until demographic replacement came along.

[@jimmystuckeysongs3859]

Ah yes...The Impeccable Mr. Ray Charles, never be another like him. May his beautiful soul shine on forever through his music.

[@rondy702]

"That's all right" were the last words I saw him mouth! Tears in my eyes...Miss You Ray!!! RIP

[@buhleeichoff4144]

Rest in peace : Ray Charles...He'll never be forgotten

[@jeffreyferraro9639]

I got this in my recommended. I hope you did too. Left, right or other. We are ALL AMERICANS. I love you human.

[@belwhite5926]

"America the Beautiful" should be America's National Anthem! No one can sing this song like Ray Charles!

[@martinhowerton9038]

With tears in my eyes I gotta say that was one of the most moving moments anytime, anywhere! Thanks Ray indeed!!

[@thedude1083]

I was 11 years old and 9/11 was still fresh in our minds and this brought the fire back to all our souls. This was a time when we all united. Thank you Ray.

[@mikecallahan8234]

RIP Ray Charles. I miss your voice. I miss you.

[@novacaldera6181]

We shared your pain.....thousands of miles as we are in South Africa. The song brought me to tears. I am wondering why this is not your national anthem. The song is sooo deep and moving, and trust me, you don't have to be an American to feel it. It is sooo touching! R.I.P to Ray Charles.....and to all those innocent souls who perished on 9/11.

[@MrPjw5]

Nova Caldera I'm an American, and I wish this song was our national anthem too.

[@spasmonaut10]

+Nova Caldera Thank you for your kind words. As an American, that means a lot to me, and I'm certain to millions more. One week from now will pass 14 years since that atrocity. It's still all too real.

[@RickyProphet]

Thank you Nova! God Bless You

[@0truckmafk]

WHAT?!!! He died?!

[@rodneybrunken7865]

While a beautiful song, it was never our national anthem. There has been over time attempts to make it such, but so far, they have failed.

[@michaelhuntington3779]

This man is the epitome of the American dream an an absolutely amazing human being. Despite all odds against him, millions whom would have him minimized, he rose to be the most inspirational person I’ve ever had the honor of watching.

[@taiwodavies5227]

Rest in peace Ray Charles Robinson...love you so much, Even in death. Davies from Nigeria

[@m1dwestmale]

The Man...and his Soul...the song performed BEAUTIFULLY by Ray Charles. Heard it hundreds of times. What brought me to TEARS was watching Ray feeling the power of the crowd moving right through his very same Soul he brought out that evening. TRULY one of the World's gifts. He shows us that in spite of all the problems of childhood, through adulthood, we can all love our Country, our fellow Man, and one day bring Peace to the World.

[@skyking-a10-brrrt61]

WOW!!!

[@jeromebrown6273]

Powerful you show the wrong

[@jeromebrown6273]

Excellent powerful

[@jamesspecht5384]

That's beautiful what you said

[@thatgirlaly339]

He died 2004 ): his singing was so amazing and will never be forgotten I love old classic voices like his.

[@rwill964]

I loved that man. Beautiful and powerful version. What has happened to America loving patriots like Ray Charles? What has happened to America?

[@bobapjok4241]

It's so sad that the feelings everyone had after 9-11 that bought everyone together have faded away. Now almost 20 years ago, some probably dont even know what it was like. Everyone was proud to stand together as Americans.

[@wesbooth5256]

well said

[@stephenbates1730]

September 2001 , A time where we were left in destruction where darkness covered this earth. But unity in America brought us together to keep warmth everybody was patriotic! Everybody set aside Politcal, Religious and self opinions! Please Even if you are Democrats or Republicans let's have this again! To the Trump Haters Grow up. To the Trump Lovers Grow up. UNITED WE STAND!

[@kennethbrown3512]

Amen!

[@hansfranklin5070]

You said it brother.....Pearl Harbor, September 11th spanning generations of unity! Where are we now? 107,000 Covid deaths, inequality in this day and again! God Bless America!

[@hansfranklin5070]

Typo...in this day and age!

[@josephcook732]

Yes indeed my brother

[@KelleyBroussardMackaig]

The way our beloved country stood fearlessly in unified allegiance was one of the most beautiful things I have ever witnessed in my life. I remember what it was like to be able to cheer for our country and even that of our President. Of course, not every American liked President George W Bush, but back then we found a way to be able to agree to disagree. Today in 2020 people pledge more of an allegiance to their political party's than they do to their very own country. Our country is in desperate need of reconciliation - united we stand, divided we fall. No doubt about it - we are falling. And it is heartbreaking. I'm so glad that Mr. Charles didn't have to see what America has become today.

[@smoothoperator1083]

When America was AMERICA STRONG!!💯

[@mkenyadamu6809]

Still is, ignore propaganda

[@smoothoperator1083]

@@mkenyadamu6809 13 people so far disagree

[@mkenyadamu6809]

@@smoothoperator1083 they are feeding into irrational fears and mainstream nonsense. Love your family, neighbours and mind your business. Life in America is great

[@smoothoperator1083]

@@mkenyadamu6809 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 Yeah ok bud. We are a 3rd world country dude. Wake Up !🍑🤡

[@mkenyadamu6809]

@@smoothoperator1083 Ah you are one of them huh? I don't live in a 3rd world country neither do I have 3rd world problems. Maybe get out of the Trump cult?

[@beaudickenson6742]

Perhaps the greatest voice of all time. That soul has never been matched.

[@davidsafely732]

Love me some Ray Charles! A man using his God given talents to bless us and honor the Lord.

[@mommybear2]

His reaction to the applause and cheer tore me up. Bless his sweet heart.

[@ninathesman4084]

Beautiful, perhaps we should all see with our souls, rather than our eyes. Amazing musician.

[@krislamore5607]

Hello

[@marcorose5121]

Such a beautiful song and it has a special place in my heart❤️, Can I ask you a question please?Nina

[@tlightning8383]

This is one of the most beautiful, American things I’ve ever seen and I love it.

[@heatmizer-jim6762]

When I was a boy, a long time ago, I didn't enjoy Mr. Charles' music. Mind you, I was just a boy. But several years ago, I was poking around on KZbin and found a old live recording of him performing this song. WOW! Then I began to look around, and realized what I had missed out on for so many years. A celebrity who truly loved his country, and an amazing entertainer. A national treasure of unsurpassed music and lyrics, coupled with a genuine love for his audience as well.

[@kuvy0jhm00b]

The reason why i believe this didn't become out national anthem was because no one could sing this with more passion and beauty then Ray Charles himself.

[@randalbell158]

Vang2487 true...I don't want to hear anyone else sing it

[@xslonk]

that is a very very solid point.

[@tjk6385]

Ray Charles is a legend, when he sings this song it brings me to tears every time. I love our country, raised to appreciate the sacrifices others made for our country and the beauty of it, to respect our troops and the flag. My parents were phenomenal, my dad especially was such a true patriot. He left us for Heaven 3 years ago but his legacy runs deep through his children, his grandchildren and now great G'children. You will never see anyone take a knee or desecrate our flag in this family. This song and Rat Charles beautiful voice will always bring a tear to my eye, it's amazing to watch the end as he receives such love from the crowd

[@Blackgal-iu3ui]

O yeah 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾♥️♥️♥️😭😭

[@oonojoe]

Thank You for that.

[@jacquelineevans-rk6yn]

Me to😢

[@AbaloneKid]

Jesus asked that we share the Gospel in His absence. Maranatha! John 14:1-3, 6; Titus 2:11-15. (HE IS COMING!) To know and believe in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior! John 3:16. That is our greatest blessing in life. Wonderful Praise here for God the Son. John 1:1, 3-4; 14,18*; Mt.16:13-20. THE ANGELS GIVE GLORY TO GOD IN HEAVEN! HERE WE HEAR AND SEE EARTH "ANGELS" DOING IT TOO! RIGHT HERE! JUST LIKE YOU! Eternity awaits at the door of REVIVAL! Mark 16:15 WE LOVE YOU, LORD! YOU GAVE ALL FOR US. YOUR SUFFERING WAS IMMENSE! WE GIVE YOU ALL THE GLORY! YOU ARE OUR LIFE SAVIOR. YOU KEEP YOUR WORD IN THE BIBLE. Subscribed GOD'S BLESSINGS TO ALL NATIONS AND PEOPLES Gospel! The good news about Jesus Christ and salvation from judgment on our sins. Jesus dined with His disciples; Mark 14:22-25, the night before He went to the cross. Jesus and His disciples were eating a Passover meal together at the Last Supper. After partaking of bread and wine (His body and His blood) , the Bible mentions the hymn Jesus sang with His disciples. “And when they had sung a hymn, they went out to the Mount of Olives” Mark 14:26. What were they singing on such an occasion? PRAISE! Psalms 113-118. THE GOOD NEWS "Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man comes to the Father, but by me.."John 14.6 . Blood coming from his body, NAKED, hanging on that cross like Roman torture weapon! What a Lord God and Savior! He had to. HE is God the Son. Only His sinless blood could pay our sins price.The Savior was born to die for our sins so we could live through Him. 1 John 1:8-10; 2:1-2 THE PAYMENT BY HIS BLOOD FOR ALL SINS EVER! "And according to the Law, one may almost say, all things are cleansed with blood, and without shedding of blood there is no forgiveness." Hebrews 9:22 Romans 5:8 " But God demonstrates his love for us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us. 9 Much more then, now justified by his blood, we will be saved from wrath through him." “For he (God) hath made him to be sin for us, who knew no sin; that we might be made the righteousness of God in him.” 2 Corinthians 5:21. Matthew 26: 28 "For this is my blood of the New Testament, which is shed for many for the remission of sins." ( life is in the blood. He had to pay with His life) * * * God knew your musical praise ministry before the world was made! Ephesians 1:1-14. Prayer goes out for you and those here. A Crown in Heaven awaits all who share the Gospel of Jesus Christ that saves a soul. ( see"JESUS SAVES") 1 Thessalonians 2:19-20; Philippians 4:1. The Apostle Paul said in Romans 1:16 "For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believes; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek". This praise resounds throughout the earth: "Jesus Christ is Lord and God. Only He saves". He testified: ''I and my Father are One" John 10:30 (*see also 31-42). 2 Samuel chapter 22:verse 50 "Therefore I will praise you, O Lord, out of the countries, and I will praise your name." JESUS SAVES God the Son (Jesus Christ) has given us the gospel to share with the world. Mark 16:15: "And He said unto them, Go into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature." How can we hear it? Scripture tells us. Romans 10:17 "Then faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God." (We receive the "word" in many ways. The "Word" is Jesus Christ!); John 1:1-5. God the Holy Spirit teaches through the Word of God in the Bible. The Birth of Jesus Christ Isaiah 7: 14: "Therefore the LORD shall give you a sign; behold, a virgin shall conceive, and bear a son, and call His name Immanuel." Hebrew: עִמָּנוּאֵל, "God with us" in human flesh but without sin. The Savior of the world was born to die for our sins! He did so 33 years later. His terrible ordeal; body mutilated; blood poured out, finally died (John 19:30; Luke 23:46 ) and was placed in a tomb and rose from the dead the 3rd day ! "HE IS RISEN" Matthew 28: 6. Isaiah 53:" 5 But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed. 6 All we like sheep have gone astray; we have turned every one to his own way; and the Lord hath laid on him the iniquity of us all." - IT IS FOUNDED UPON GOD'S LOVE FOR MAN AND WOMAN HE CREATED John 3:16 "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believes in him should not perish, but have everlasting life." "For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God." Romans 3: 23 " For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord." Romans 6:23 "1 Corinthians 15: 3 "For I delivered unto you first of all that which I also received, how that Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures; 4 And that he was buried, and that he rose again the third day according to the scriptures:" BY GOD'S GRACE ALONE THROUGH FAITH ALONE IN JESUS CHRIST ARE WE SAVED Ephesians 2:8 "For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: 9 not of works, lest any man should boast." Jesus died and paid the penalty for our sins to rescue us from eternal death. He died on our behalf. We believe in Him, trusting His death and shedding of His blood as payment for ALL our sins and His burial and resurrection from the dead the third day! John 20:24-31; 1 Corinthians 15: 3-4 above. WHOSOEVER BELIEVES SHALL TESTIFY TO THE TRUTH Romans 10: 9 that if you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus and believe in your heart that God has raised Him from the dead, you will be saved. 10 For with the heart one believes unto righteousness, and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation. 13 For “whoever calls on the name of the Lord shall be saved.” TO DIE IS TO REJECT SALVATION IN JESUS CHRIST AND BE SEPARATE FROM GOD FOREVERMORE Salvation and forgiveness of sins is the blessing of anyone who believes in Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior. We receive the baptism of God the Holy Spirit immediately which seals us in Christ and that is permanent! Ephesians 1:13-14. Those who reject the free gift of salvation, see John 3:16 above, "perish", which means their sins are judged by God the Son and they suffer eternal separation from God and the family of God forever called the "second death". Revelation 21:8.

[@RobertAnderson-g4p]

Hello dear, how are you doing

[@chenzenzo]

This was just after September 11, 2001. I joined the Marine Corps 2 years before and was on leave kickin with my family watching this. This was before everyone started getting all bullshit patriotic. He knew what was up and his beautiful ass checked out before anybody could tell him what to do. Them sure was some days.

[@bryansmith4497]

Absolutely NOBODY ever did this song better

[@dizzyred1390]

Ray Charles was a gift … and this was his gift to us .

[@honorablejimmielwilliamsjr4574]

Ray Charles was a pure demonstration of God’s gift even in the image of his poorest form, and with an opportunity any one of us can gift the world with God’s grace and mercy… AND THATS A FACT AMERICA.. Rest Well Your Majesty, Ray Charles 👑🙏🏽🕊️🎹🎺🌤️ ~Hon JLwjr

[@lewis3049]

My son and I were blessed to be in attendance that evening. So special

[@TwinJalanugraha]

America... my adopted land, the best country on earth.

[@aaniol0000]

For that moment..That one night…EVERYONE BECAME ONE! White,Black,brown and all the colors between.BECAME ONE! Ray did that to yah.Music and HIS MUSIC and spirit did that.What a wonderful thought it is IF we all became like this for not just a moment but for all the days till the end.

[@MrRichallen1984]

A true legend and truly a memorable performance! Ray Charles will always go down as one of the best singers of all time! He truly loved America 🇺🇸

[@matthewmolkentin6230]

My dad's favorite singer/musician... And one of my favorites as well. This will always be the best rendition of this song ever. - HE NAILED IT... and everyone felt just how special it was. RIP Mr. Charles... Your legend lives on!

[@thomasbarnes691]

Ray Charles is an American icon even though he's black he loves America and I agree nobody sings this song like Ray Charles because he feels it

[@ezerlenewatkins9644]

​@@thomasbarnes691 black people ain't supposed to love America. What do you mean? Even though he us black. See that is what I say about some people.

[@ezerlenewatkins9644]

​@@thomasbarnes691 and yeah he is an American icon. explain yourself, to yourself. I'm sure most people don't want to hear it.