HOME FREE REACTION - Travelin’ Soldier

[@lindanearing4710]

Show of hands: who creates music more beautiful, heart felt, genuine and emotion packed than Home Free???? I agree -- NOBODY! I always enjoy your reactions. Thank you. And Thank You for your military service. You are much appreciated. People who have served, as you did, know the emotions of the story and how it impacts you, and I think the point of the song is to make non military people truly understand and empathize with those with first hand experience.

[@minneyruth]

🙋‍♀️🙋‍♀️ I agree

[@LeandraSilvio]

I ugly cry every single time I hear/ watch this one. 😭

[@disney4real]

Well said Linda!!🤗❤️

[@rebeccagibbs8794]

👋🏻🖐🏻🤟🏻

[@kimking6036]

🙋

[@momD612]

Home Free rarely does "sad" songs, but when they do.... 💔🥺😢😭😭💔

[@sandyblack2687]

New sub to hear more Home Free!! A 💔 tribute for Memorial Day!

[@WizardPandora]

I love how they flipped this to a woman soldier Listen to The Chicks Version it's a male soldier That twist of the heart when you realize she's not coming home alive

[@teresahall6048]

Thank you for your service. Wonderful song.

[@catchersmom16]

My husband fought in the Gulf war (Desert Storm/Desert Shield). Many came home sick, including my husband, it was called Gulf War Syndrome. We (in the U.S and Britain), have been fighting for answers since 1991. 1 Doctor who is in charge of figuring it out (in the U.S.), last week determined that it was Saran Gas (considered a WMD) . I pray the Veterans Administration will acknowledge this and give our and your guys and gals the help they need.

[@lynnbetts4332]

This song was originally written about the Vietnam war and a male soldier. The girl was the young piccolo player in the high school band. It was such a surprise that Home Free reversed the roles and it was the girl that was the soldier never coming home.

[@libbymelton1554]

Breaks my heart. Home free is wonderful. Your reactions are always honest and you show how the song really affects you. Thank you.

[@leeanne7169]

You are a Veteran also, so a big Thank You to YOU !! *hug*

[@pfcampos7041]

I always love your honest heartfelt reactions! I always find myself grinning or crying with you. Keep up the great work!

[@janesmith3123]

The Chicks do this sing the best!!! They are amazing

[@cindyr.522]

Even though I am in the US, thanks for your service too. 😊 . The man and woman in this video are veterans too, I read that on a post somewhere.

[@SBQDawn]

Home Free Sings "LIFE" Better than anyone out there.

[@blairkimberlin3447]

it broke my heart when you commented midway because i knew what was coming. i remember this song from when The Chicks (formerly Dixie Chicks) came out with it and cried then. home free reversed it so the woman was deployed versus the chicks where the young man was deployed. fun fact, both soldiers are actually veterans, i think the young woman is still active duty. home free hit another out of the park, this was their first video together after covid

[@cheridampier2524]

So beautifully sung, I too love how they turned it to a female soldier and reminds us that both semesters serve.

[@markalumbaugh2756]

Home Free does a nice job with this Dixie Chicks song. They've reversed the song and now have a female soilder go off to war. The Chicks version is about a Vietnam Solder lost in battle

[@miamidolphinsfan]

Sad ending, but the musicality is exceptional....of course, it's Home Free. Early that harmonizing by Chance, Rob & Austin is so beautiful....those three together are even magical by Home Free standards

[@babyfry4775]

This was originally done about the Vietnam war and a male vet. I liked that Home Free changed it up. The two actors were/are vets. So well done. Loved Chance singing with Austin in the beginning. Yes, it was a heart break. But still a lovely song. Thank you so much for your service. 😍😪

[@debbiehall9091]

Real tear jerker. Love these guys and your reactions.

[@dianadickerson749]

Brothers in Arms is also appropriate for this weekend.

[@billparrish4385]

Thanks to all those among us who serve in the military. The rest of us are able to live our lives happy and free because of their willingness to sacrifice everything. They keep watch over us, they protect us, and they are truly the best of us. Heartfelt thanks to the veterans, and to those currently serving. We may not say it often enough, but you are truly never far from our minds. Or our hearts.

[@stevecausier4299]

The two actors in the video were both veterans. The sad part was, she came home, but not as he would have liked. Original song was done by the Dixie Chicks, now known as the Chicks! Hope this info helps a little

[@roberthudson1959]

The song was written about the Vietnam War, long before personal computers and the Internet existed, which is why the two characters wrote letters to each other. That also means that the soldier was male in the original version. That makes the ending even more powerful, because the survivor was a teenager who lost her first crush to the war.

[@rebeccagriffith5505]

Originally a song about a Viet Nam soldier. The Dixie Chicks recorded it, the original artists, I believe. Masterful update with the lyrics to reflect the modern composition of our military. Home free scores, as usual.

[@kareng1894]

This one gets me every time. Thank you ^_^

[@beth5870]

In the Blood is a fantastic song. I highly recommend it.

[@DeerlyMusical2]

Yeah, I cried at the ending. Every time. Home Free is always amazing. They totally transformed the song. Originally, it was about a guy and a waitress. But seamlessly and beautifully done. Home Free honors our servicemen and women. As I read recently, all gave some; some gave all. Thank you for your service.

[@toddhutchins2492]

Thank you for your service, brother. When I was in we didn't have the internet, so letters were the only way to communicate, except for the occasional phone call. It might be weeks before you heard from home. I can never get through this song withour crying. Home Free does such a beautiful job.

[@mamabear-gu4oo]

I love homefrees version of this song I also enjoy the Dixie Chicks original version from a female perspective. I 💔🙏💐

[@joannajohnson8210]

The Chicks version is also a cover. Bruce Robison wrote it and performed it first.

[@deniseriley6622]

Thank You For Your Service! 👏 The man and woman in this video are Veterans.

[@dawnmanzetti1633]

My deepest sympathies to everyone who lost a loved one who made the ultimate sacrifice 🇺🇸.

[@ArleneAdkinsZell]

Nice reaction, home Free did a beautiful cover. I hope you listen to the original, by the Dixie Chicks.

[@kristypickett4227]

I love both versions, but the Dixie chicks version always makes me cry. It just draws more of an emotional response. Natalie’s voice is just so haunting. 💜 the lyrics are tricky and you really have to pay attention that the soldier is coming home, but not alive. Many people miss it.

[@amandapatch7496]

Thank you for your service. And to all the families whose loved ones gave their lives in service my thoughts and prayers are with you all continually. Without the bravery and sacrifice of those men and women our country would have fallen long ago!

[@randylamb3296]

As a fellow veteran, I felt and we know all to well the price to the depths of our soul. God bless our MIA'S and our ultimate heroes.

[@karinjohansen6923]

Thank you for your service. Thanks for recognizing our upcoming Memorial Day-very emotional. Thanks for loving Home Free like us Home Fries do. :)

[@robertdocholliday66sadler]

Amen prayers and condolences to Every family who lost loved ones in time of war or service ,

[@bethcoussou]

Home Free is really good at picking songs that sometimes pull at our heartstrings and make us feel something. Their vocals add to that, as well. I have a few Home Free song suggestions. Some are upbeat and fun, and one is sweet (cover of Keith Urban’s “Blue Ain’t Your Cover”. The others are: a cover of the O’Jay’s “Love Train (includes some of their Patrons), a cover of Ed Sheeran’s “Castle On the Hill”, and last, but certainly not least, their cover of Blake Shelton and Trace Adkins’ “Hillbilly Bone”, which is really good time and has some funny stuff!

[@Gormster8]

From the USA, thank you for your military service for your dear country, our long time dear friend of the United Kingdom. This song brings tears to my eyes each time I hear it. God bless those who have served and come home safely, and remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice or who have come home wounded and changed for a lifetime. I enjoy your reactions! Thanks for taking time to share your story of your service time.

[@emmef7970]

Oh boy, this is a tough one. Beautiful song, the harmonies are off the charts of course. This one brings me to tears every time knowing this is the experience for so many soldiers. But these songs help us to remember all those who gave all. Speaking of which, Billy Ray Cyrus does a great song “Some Gave All” (Official Music Video). Again, thank you for your service.

[@brendagrothier967]

The Dixie Chicks sung this about the Viet Name War. Hone Free changed it up with a female shoulder instead of a male in the original.

[@marlahudgins7038]

This song is a real roller coaster ride

[@jackjones4864]

Love it...Glad they did this song.. By The Chics...

[@usmadgirl3074]

Wonderful heartfelt reaction! Home Free has a way of making you feel each & every song they sing, no matter what emotion it causes; happy, hilarious or sad.😢 Their vocal performances, arrangements & videos are all so pure & powerful! They are as close to perfection as humanly possible!😊

[@deborahlewis656]

I'm a 60 yr old woman air force vet; 5th generation 🇺🇸👍🙏

[@JoanN63]

A song that will stir up a lot of emotions around this time. Home Free sings it so beautifully. Because you can cover a song and sing it with the best voices, but what matters is that you also have to make a song feel. Home Free certainly succeeded I think it could change from a happy song to a sad song because of Rob's voice who has so much soul and emotion in his voice, which can touch you so deeply

[@graceparker7003]

Skype is still around dude lol. I still use it as well as a lot of others. As for Home Free and this video you know that everyone lost too many loved ones. Military is and always will be our front line family. 7 Generations Military here and thanks for being a member of my family. God Bless.

[@bellahope8769]

I love this rendition but I absolutely love the original by the (Dixie) Chicks

[@nancypatterson2215]

I served as an Military Police Officer in Iraq & Afghanistan, & there are many demale MP's who were KIA. We also had some female soldiers who were in transportation KIA. Convoys can be rough. We also had to respect Middle East culture, & all suspected female combatives could only interact with female soldiers

[@bessiesobjack8647]

Such a beautiful song I cry every time I hear this. Thank You for your kind words. I throughly enjoy your reactions and channel. 🎼🦋🎵🙏🎶

[@cathybrookeburt2616]

Love how they turned it around since they are guys singing. The Dixie Chicks sang it first & it is in the reverse, and the gals sang about Vietnam. Check out theirs, since it's their hit.

[@brettpatrick2193]

Thank you for your service! Both actors in the video are also veterans.

[@susansundaram6737]

Both characters have served in fact the girl was I believe actively serving when this was produced. Thank you for reacting to this video and also thank you for your service. Home Free has a number of songs I plan to listen to on Memorial Day and your reaction to this will be one for sure. Definitely off topic but I hope you don't mind my mentioning you have the most beautiful blue eyes.

[@thomasmacdiarmid8251]

I think you mean both actors were in the service. And I am not generally one to compliment a man's eyes, but you are right - they really popped when he leaned into the camera.

[@roberthudson1959]

@@thomasmacdiarmid8251 The server is portrayed by a veteran. The soldier was serving when the video was made, which is why the insignia and identification have been removed from her uniform.

[@vickiadkins9844]

One of my favorites ❤

[@joshuatranterhtd4life677]

Thanks for your service 💙

[@whiskeythedog578]

when my bro was in sudan for a year, i was not prioritized, obviously. 3 kids and a wifey got the airtime, but i got a postcard ever 4 weeks give or take. "all good here bro, keep the fort". ment alot to me knowing he is still alive and ok... this song describes the agony the once at home feel

[@gushaynes5182]

When a letter comes that a soldier is coming home means they are shipped home no longer living that's why you don't want to be alone

[@anitawright7169]

Love your reaction. This is such a sad song. I cry every time I hear it. I know it hit you hard.

[@sharonmortimer3843]

This is actually a cover of The Dixie Chicks (The Chicks) song. They absolutely did an amazing song by them. Truly enjoyed watching your reaction to this song.

[@ninjasteph9561]

I haven’t heard this version before but it was beautifully done! Chicks version will always be my favorites but great song!

[@Kaya084]

Same. Dixie Chicks version is my favorite. I can only get through the first 10 seconds before I’m crying. God Bless all those who served and sacrificed everything for our freedom. My husband is an Army veteran (almost all the men in my family have been in different branches of the military), 2 tours (Iraq and Kuwait), even though he came back alive, the things he saw and experienced, he sacrificed everything and deals with those demons every day.

[@marytramp5678]

this is such a perfect song for everyone worldwide. bc regrdless of which side of a war you are fighting on people can relate to missing someone who is off fighting for what they believe is the right cause, they can relate to losing a loved one to war. grief is the same for everyone it rips at one's soul.

[@tedharvick9010]

Great reaction, Sir. And thank you for your service. There's a song I heard the other day, it's called Angel Flight, by Radney Foster. I cannot recall ever hearing it before, but darn, it was good. Give it a listen, especially on this Memorial Day, or your Remembrance Day.

[@hellefur6631]

This is one of my absolute favorit HF songs. It has it all, qute video, upbeat tempo, perfect harmonies (it's HF, so no suprice),vocals (Rob was the perfect choice for this song), bass line and that darn piccolo drum, that gets me every time. I love the song, but rarely listen to it, I cry every time they go to the gymhall.

[@edithdavis2848]

Loved the original Love this one even with the Gender change. Need to listen to their Land Of The Free

[@webdar55]

I felt so bad for you when partway thru you said you thought it might be a sad song, but said it was a happy one, because I knew what was coming. It's still a beautiful song though.

[@marioncamp645]

Great reaction!

[@michellehughes4070]

Great reaction! As usual!!

[@moogarner374]

Thank You Craig for your service. I did enjoy the song. But the sadness is overwhelming. Hurts my heart that it could be true for too many soldiers all over the world.

[@judydavis7993]

The entire songs harmonies were so very beautiful. The story though is so gut wrenching 😢. Thanks to you and all veterans for your service. A grateful American . 🇺🇸

[@terrisalser7721]

I have been waiting for someone to react to this song. It is absolutely amazing

[@hayley_council]

It always makes me smile until I am not.. you aren't the only one. Also, thank you too for your service, Craig.

[@bobbie1st]

A beautiful song. A sad ending. Smiling to crying in a matter of a couple minutes. They did such a great job on this song. Great reaction. Love watching you react to HF.

[@stephaniegeer1691]

Just made me a subscriber.loved your honest reaction & opinions.Thank you for your service.🤗✌

[@taylorfamilyreactions]

Thank you so much 😊

[@stanrock2225]

WOW

[@Tabby_Angela]

This song gave me goosebumps the first time I heard the Dixie Chicks sing it and it still gives me goosebumps hearing Home Free's version. Amazing song.

[@bernieregnier4500]

Really enjoy your reviews/reactions. Especially Home Free. Thank you for your service to your country!!!! ❤❤

[@carolchatham7766]

These guys are just so talented so gifted and love your reactions ❤️ enjoy

[@pattomei70]

You need to God Bless the USA(Home Free ft Lee Greenwood and Air Force Band)

[@SBQDawn]

the couple in the vid. Are both Military Veterans, how cool is that?!

[@carolchatham7766]

Try there original LAND OF THE FREE

[@ShazzyAkl]

You need to listen to the Dixie Chick's version. This is a really great updating of the song.

[@leftfturn]

I appreciate and thank you for your service! This was a cover of The Dixie Chicks who now just go by The Chicks. They are a group you should look into also. I think the 3 of them put together some great harmonies. As for Home Free, what ever song they tackle, they kick it up a notch. Keep up the great reactions! 👍

[@joannajohnson8210]

The Chicks made it famous but their version is also a cover. The original writer and performer was Bruce Robison.

[@seanscanlon9067]

@@joannajohnson8210 An added trivia fact is that Bruce's brother Charlie is a country music singer-songwriter and was at one time married to Emily from Dixie Chicks.

[@f1j11slander4]

We just sent eBluies to each other especially if we were in different FOBs. Just winding each other up and taking a piss 🤣🤣..good times 💯

[@larrymcauley3152]

Just an FYI. Memorial day is for those who didn't make it home. Veterans Day is for those of us did.

[@sheilaakridge4944]

Try traveling soldier by Cody Johnson. Very good

[@bonnieloggins8923]

Now you have to listen to the Dixie chicks traveling soldier

[@minneyruth]

😥❤️❤️

[@samuelhouston5926]

The original was done by The Dixie Ckicks and the soldier is a man.

[@bambamsmom7289]

You need to react to Dixie chicks singing this song

[@cindystreeter2020]

Gotta hear the Dixie Chicks, best version, the original.

[@browniewin4121]

I much prefer to listen to The Chicks, and also the acoustic version by Cody Johnson is beautiful.

[@TheDivayenta]

Appreciate this- from a former traveling military family. You have such a lovely accent but I can’t place it? Northern England- Geordie? I’m sure I’m way off- just love learning different accents!

[@countryheart5521]

First time I’ve heard that version, I know the Dixie Chicks one well, I think I actually do prefer the original. Home free are amazing, but I feel the original is more simply done and therefore more emotional.

[@susanmccarthy423]

they changed this from the dixie chick . check it out

[@jackjones4864]

Try the song by Dixie Chics..or The chics now...Great

[@bryonensminger7462]

This was originally recorded by the Dixie Chicks I hate to recommend them but you should listen to their version it's much better

[@TheSuperman559]

listen to the version of this song by the chicks both versions are good

[@Tessie46255]

😢

[@collinscody57]

In the original the genders were reversed and it he was in Veitnam

[@kimking6036]

Please listen to The Chicks version. Please