Sgt May Cadence - MSgt James Retirement

Drill Instructor Sgt Brittany May marched Platoon 4039 during the retirement ceremony of MSgt James. This video is dedicated to all of the women who have ever been part of 4th battalion! You will always be remembered! Thank you Drill Instructor Sgt May and MSgt James for inspiring so many women who came before you and after you!
"Hey Oscar 3, will you remember me? Like I'll remember you? leaving our mark in history!"

[@JerseyBobby1982]

"We couldn't afford the Blue Angel's, but this is the next best thing." No truer words have ever been spoken. Lol

[@markdent4052]

Facts

[@hermanhicks2548]

No not true, what better send off can you dream of other than one coming from your own....

[@robertschroeder-wh7ue]

My retirement ceremony was “you can go home at 1400” walked to the car and saluted flag. This imo was better than some planes flying over….they appreciated her and included her in cadence

[@Eternallydisappointedpodcast]

That woman can call some god damned cadence. Stay frosty Sergeant May.

[@m.shaheedaadam7662]

Hell freaking yeah!

[@DanielRodriguez-jm1tl]

Is it normal to listen to this 15x a day?? I need a 10 min long version. SHE is my Wonder Woman fuuuuuk.

[@smoke432100]

Mane what you said

[@semperstang2111]

I never got chills from cadence besides from my seniors cadence but holy shit this Drill Instructor has some soulful cadence

[@dirtycasper]

As a former Marine. I always had a short spot for drill. I got to say. Hearing those boots drive to the deck and her calling cadence. Brought tears to my eyes.

[@pointingitout5624]

Didn't she! I was humming along with her.

[@matttrella262]

Gives me the chills every time! Stay strong America 🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@errolmcinnes7938]

why did this DI not compete in the cadence competition? she belts out the best cadence I have ever heard!

[@semperstang2111]

errol mcinnes that was best cadence in the West competition. The females train in the East. Idk if they have a competition too

[@Michael-kb9ng]

errol mcinnes holy shit man best cadence I've heard

[@Todd.Roberts]

errol mcinnes she sounds very good I could listen to her all day

[@DerrelTheReal]

errol mcinnes I've never seen a female DI on the west side. Lol

[@fyou2327]

Um...negative.

[@marleenehidalgo1829]

Omg this was my drill instructor!!! I’ve always thought she had the best cadence I’ve ever heard!

[@maryghatz]

I’ve been watching this for years. Incredibly honored to say this incredible Marine was one of my drill instructors. SSgt May’s cadence is truly unlike any others. The voice of 4th battalion indeed.

[@redmeat2ndamendment695]

Long live the 4th Btn.

[@Matt-kg3ge]

I am sorry but that is not cadence no disrespect to the Sargent major.

[@bleekc8521]

I ain't even gonna lie..... I'm an Army Vet and this brought tears to my eyes. I literally had to stand up and clap. Thank you for your service and dedication.

[@kevinrabanales4388]

I come back to this every once in while because it's one of the best cadences I've ever heard.

[@FleetAdmiralPrice]

the first cadence to ever bring chills and goosebumps. she spoke it deep down from the core of her soul and felt every word she said. and the second cadence next to my Major to make me tear.

[@tommiegirllovesyou5073]

GySGT May now is stationed at OCS making Marine Officers. Best platoon Sgt ever. I love this woman and would go to war for her any day.

[@TendoPeinn]

Glad to know she’s still killing it.

[@Caligrowntrey]

What a beautiful voice. This tears me up every time.

[@jackbone28]

Amazing!!!!

[@UncleBubba5891]

After spending 10 years in the Marines and now being out enjoying the grind of civilian life I can honestly say that hearing the sound of a skilled cadence and watching Marines march in is one of my top most missed things. This Marine is one of the best and brought tears to this Devil Dogs eyes.

[@saihemebillings2820]

One of the best drills and they had the nerve to cut it short dam!!!

[@186ceegee]

This never gets old.

[@T.C.216]

I'm retired Army and that was awesome!

[@roccoray227]

If I had to pick a fly over by the blue angels or hear the heavenly voice by Sgt.May I’d pick Sgt. May!!! God bless you and Msgt. James! Semper Fidelis.

[@dannteeskew3336]

Wow...I'm a 8yr Army combat vet...who has heard some pretty damn good cadences during my time in...but Sgt. May you took this one my sista. Gave me goosebumps. Hearing you sing cadence made me proud to know that I proudly served my country as a warrior. Drive on Sergeant hooah.

[@jayknowsmetric4171]

😂😭🤣

[@reneadinaro8183]

That cadence was motivating as a motherf*cker! Made me get up and go for a run and remember what it was like to be gungy. I'm 53.

[@MGaskin06]

Goosebumps! So proud to be a Marine! 🙌🏾

[@SOULSINKPEN]

Meloniece Gaskin OO-RAH!!! Happy late born day devil dog

[@amandamaurer1728]

Meloniece Gaskin happy for devil dog like you own happy bee a devil dog

[@kevinmitchner7133]

Meloniece Gaskin hey I served 6 years gulf war I admire and respect Marines and would fight next to them if need be no questions asked but most these civilians can't fight there way out a pile of wet table clothes

[@gregorywomack9416]

Meloniece Gaskin thank you for your service to our country!

[@jayknowsmetric4171]

Cook?

[@caolmgm]

As a Navy vet, I can still safely say that this is legendary. Hooyah

[@W4RFIGHT3R1]

America is in good hands... Thank you young Marines.

[@0331_Lcpl]

Still get chills when I hear this!!🇺🇲 SEMPER FI MARINES!!

[@bigpatt11]

I'm not gonna lie hearing this cadence makes me want to earn the title.

[@tantogoldstien6851]

Im sure it's still just a thought.

[@tugboat_actual]

Do it

[@jayknowsmetric4171]

I smell..... bull shit!

[@JCWalling]

Every time I want to give myself chills, I come back to this.

[@michaelclark942]

Drill Instructor Sergeant May can call a cadence!

[@curtisjones8408]

I was Army but i could listen to this all day wish our DI's sung like this,,,,,,,,,Semper Fi

[@aharden29]

Curtis Jones You mean drill sergeant 👀

[@kadendeerfield8286]

Curtis Jones if you were Army, you didn’t have a DI

[@TheVagabondGadite]

That sista's voice alone got me down on one knee, with roses in one hand and a ring in the other.

[@jaimealbiter1973]

The sound of boots all hitting at the same time absolute chills. Nobody does it better than marines.

[@markevans6973]

Wow. Wow. Wow. All I can say is Wow. I am in tears. Beautiful voice. We have nothing like this in UK. Enjoy both your retirements ladies. God speed.

[@myastrologicalpointofview7897]

I wish I had this Woman as my senior drill instructor calling cadence like that!!!!! She’s dope and btw my plt # was 4039 as well Oscar Co ooorah

[@usmcsquigy2727]

Once a Marine, always a Marine! Hearing this cadence took me back to MCRD San Diego, some of the best memories in my life! Semper Fi

[@felipepineda1585]

Swing with the wing! Ooooohrah!

[@luhq6516]

I have chills. This is absolutely amazing

[@AlvaroRodriguez-dx9dm]

The word Chills doesn’t do justice for the feeling you get hearing the heels in step to one of the best cadence calls I’ve heard. I play this almost every morning headed to the gym. Best pre workout supplement ever.

[@AnDy-ht5st]

I'm in the army and I love when she sings I always come back a d listen to her when I'm mad at the army

[@grayseric60]

Antonio Kennedy +

[@gregorywomack9416]

Antonio Kennedy thanks for your service to our country!

[@ponchovia20001]

Give me the chills just listening to this Sgt May 👍👍👍

[@BrianXL83]

Wow! Thank you ALL for your service 🙏🏾✝️Amazing GOD bless America 🇺🇸

[@flyyboi85]

I've been watching this video for years; air force vet and this always brings tears to my eyes, her cadence is beautiful...

[@ATOMIC_Star0510]

Wow my mind was blown away she sounds sooo beautiful. . I can't stop replaying the video. She's one amazing women. . Ohhrahhh

[@jayknowsmetric4171]

Pfffft. . Hollywood marines.

[@mikebell8004]

Her voice sings to my soul. My Lord what a God given Gift

[@WalkmanAssassin]

I’m a Navy Veteran and this brought the most beautiful tears to my eyes. Thank you for your Service Master Sgt. James.

[@seanz9686]

Fuck, this never fails to give me chills.

[@arlentraster382]

Thank you for 20yrs Marine!! God speed!

[@Sean-fp7bo]

Best cadence I've ever heard

[@Todd.Roberts]

I love to hear her calling cadence could listen to her all day

[@robb3670]

This makes me miss being in uniform so much

[@andyseman5005]

Didnt see this 4 years ago!! SEMPER FI MSGT James and THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE!!!!!

[@seana.barleysr.7355]

This is hard core. Much respect to them U.S. Marines✊🏾! Gives me chills.

[@DizzyTV24]

This is so legitimately LEGIT!!!

[@GdontHunt]

As an Air Force MTI, I love the Marine cadence. Definitely gave me chills.

[@gregbo123]

Army vet here: this is an awesome display of respect for that Master Sergeant.

[@gwencrawford737]

Holy cats! 😱 THAT is the best damn cadence singing I've EVER heard! "The Voice of 4th Battalion"? I've never served a day in the military, but I'd buy that! I sang cadence as Cadre Commander at a couple of fire academies, but nothing I did even holds a candle to Sgt. May!

[@SOULSINKPEN]

my 11yr old niece replicated this cadence for a retiring MSgt about a month ago.

[@wiklow22]

Did you get it on video. Would love to see it!

[@gregwomack5237]

Wow that must have been awesome! She may have her calling my friend! I sure wished you could have got it on video! But the memory is worth way more!

[@cristiangutierrez7232]

I never heard a Female DI call cadence before and I have to admit that this is the best I have ever heard. SING IT Sgt May!

[@mikesmes]

First time seeing this video. Being a Marine myself (1985-1993), I never heard a female Drill Instructor called cadence like that. Probably if I had gone to MCRD Parris Island for Recruit Training, maybe I would witness female Drill Instructors call cadence (Yes, I'm a" HOLLYWOOD" Marine). Love the soul she put in there. I would assume that Sgt May is a SSgt by now, since this video is over 3 years old. And I hope MSgt James is enjoying her retirement. SEMPER FI!!!!!!!

[@DreBoyd238]

I think my reply button is about broken! Sgt May sounds so fabulous! Wish I was still in the Corps behind this!

[@Unohuevos27]

I want to hear her call more cadences. This was so good. I listen to this several times a day. Does she have any more videos?

[@gregwomack5237]

Jason Adams I do too! Unfortunately I can't warm the title, because my medical condition wich I think is unfair. Semper Fi Delis!

[@felipepineda1585]

Yes search either SGT may or SSGT may.... She has a couple more

[@beverlytarver5161]

This video is one I play over and over ! Shout out to Master Sergeant James and all Marines 😘❤️😘❤️😘❤️😘❤️😘❤️

[@willieholloway4031]

The BEST Cadence caller I have ever heard. Drive on DI May!

[@TheION410]

@curtfrmcali

[@chrisbournes339]

Wow.. I am a 10 year Army infantry Soldier. She gave goosebumps. She makes me Proud to be a part of our military.

[@jayknowsmetric4171]

🤣😭😂

[@tomlizzol9291]

I had great Drill Instructors but would drill forever listening to those pipes.

[@skywalkier]

Best retirement gift ever. Wish my retirement was like this.

[@kl-pd9ho]

Deeply impressed! Thats a honorable way to say good bye! Greetz from Germany!

[@rainbowrepair5692]

Her cadence is fucking outstanding

[@ejspco]

Retired Navy here, 23 years of honorable service. She sounds amazing! I used to call cadence in bootcamp and in the police academy but she blows it away. Bravo Zulu Sgt.

[@wolfrat1]

That brought tears to my eyes. Sgt. May just hearing that cadence let me know the kind of instructor you are. Many props and much respect to you. I'm sure none of your recruits will ever forget you. Hand Salute Ma'am!!!

[@delbertcutsinger5646]

As a peacetime 8404 one of things I miss the most about being assigned to the USMC is cadence like this, the only thing I like more than this is colors! After 6 years of active duty I get the chills and even a little emotional every time I see or hear to it!

[@RubenPerez-oe8fl]

As Navy Vet and retired My heart has always been to the Corps. Outstanding

[@felipepineda1585]

First to go, last to know

[@ItzGeezyy]

The most beautiful cadence ever. Thank you for your service MSgt. I truly enjoyed my short time with the marines. USMC cadence is by far the best out there. -RP2(FMF/SW) 🙏🏼 #Oorah

[@garryhinesmon5629]

WOW AWESOME CADENCE, I'M IN TEARS

[@Triaxledriver]

thank you for your service and god bless you

[@CoreyBenjaminMrFourthQuarter]

only one word to describe this DOPE

[@tantogoldstien6851]

Ah that brings back the love from my youth. I still find myself calling cadence in my mind even though its been 20 years. If you have every had the privilege then for the rest of your life you wish you were back with your DI's and your battle buddies.

[@bobspear5478]

Wow, 50 years out of the Corps and I would march to that cadence in a heartbeat. Semper Fi.

[@alimuhammad538]

Yes.... the good ole days! Class of 1990! SEMPER FI MARINES!!!!!

[@LENNYDAVISMONGO]

The Very First Time I Heard This, It Brought Tears To My Eyes, As Well As, Goosebumps and it still does. It Has Been Some 37 Years Now Since I First Steps On The Yellow Foots Steps On Paris Island With The "New York Platoon" in July of 1982. Assigned to Third BN "H" Co. 3056 Series, Platoon 3057. Semper Fi To All Of My Brother And Sisters ! ! ! ! SAEPE EXPERTUS, SEMPER FIDELIS, FRATRES AETERNI OFTEN TESTED, ALWAYS FAITHFUL, BROTHERS FOREVER

[@k.s.7104]

Beautiful, TY for your service 🇺🇸👍

[@lisa9867]

I went to WRTC in 1983. Sometimes I meet people and I tell them I was in from '83-'87. Most don't believe me. I was raised as a recruit because my father retired a SgtMaj. When I saw this video it reminded me of that phase in boot camp were marching from place to place started to be like a normal part of life. Some days it seems like yesterday others it seems like a hundred years ago. Watching this video made me proud to have been part of the Marine Corps. I was a corporal when I got out so retiring a Master Sergeant after 20 years is so impressive. God bless her. I hope her life is going well and I thank her for service to this nation.

[@saihemebillings2820]

Got chills on this one wow!!!

[@tammypickurel6697]

40 years ago, still brings chills to my spine, marching on those cat walks, hearing the drill calls brings back memories of SSgt Goo she could call, memories. 9B 81

[@joejoeblackman9333]

Woww!! That was beautiful. I think I've heard her calling cadence in another video. As a former cadence caller when I was in Basic Combat Training. I just want to say. It's very sexy watching female Marines march. Some of those female Drill Instructors are good looking women. I use to date a female Marine Corporal when I was in the Army. We were both stationed at Aberdeen Proving Ground Maryland. So I've always had a thing for Marine ladies.

[@jayknowsmetric4171]

🤣😭😂

[@tjrusso582]

What a beautiful soulful voice

[@paulrosenberg707]

I could listen to that Drill Instructor all day! Semper Fi Master Sergeant and congrats on your retirement.

[@kingj.m.d.6794]

Just makes me want back in. Always Faithful!

[@m.shaheedaadam7662]

Damn, that brought tears to my eyes. That was beautiful as heck!

[@jeremyharris8532]

Male or female, MARINES ARE THE FUCKIN BEST AT WHAT WE DO!!!!-LCpl Jeremy Harris 0311 2010-2014 Semper Fi

[@aitaotoamituanai9820]

Jeremy Harris Damn straight brother.......... Cpl. Amituanai.... 0331. ... . 2013-2017

[@rob_6292]

hell yeah, marching is a sport just like cheerleading!

[@jayknowsmetric4171]

Errrr!

[@felipepineda1585]

Lcpl pineda... oooorah!

[@issacballot1031]

Damn that Marine can sing some cadence! Semper Fi

[@Lakers_824]

So damn good! Please upload more drill videos. S/F! MCRD SD, 3rd BN, Mike Company, Plt. 3107

[@MBayas1]

That Marine can call Cadence!!! Semper Fi!

[@christianmartinez5817]

Best female drill instructor cadence ever. Semper Fi

[@reggierendon2847]

In my day's they were real soldier's and real Marine's. Real men

[@CelticSparrows]

Gorgeous cadence! What a voice!

[@joshgomez9989]

Amazing...

[@joshgomez9989]

I can't stop watching this....love it

[@michaelmonteiro6800]

The pride of a Marine is like no other, she is a Marines Marine.

[@MrTigre6]

There is NOTHING more beautiful than a Marine DI calling cadence. It doesn't mean they love war, it means they are preparing young Marines for the possibility of it.

[@ilustrandoalquisqueyano867]

Who knows the lyrics? This is the most amazing voice I ever heard I have been listening to this for 4 days for about 30 minutes each time lol I haven’t get tired yet

[@laurakirk9988]

This drill instructor IS THE BEST OF THE BEST

[@bigmacmane2652]

Omg she freaking killed it!!! Rah!!!!!

[@MeandyouAs11]

What a voice, she got some pipes on her !!!