some of the best harmonies in the game without a doubt..... John Mayer wrote & sang this one,,,,,Home Free did it justice for sure.
@hdenisewooten9 ай бұрын
As a psychology professor, I use this song to have students identify which lyrics reference biological, genetic, family, environment, and free will factors in determining who we become. It is so much more meaningful than if I just had them list or define the factors.
@kmwwrench9 ай бұрын
The boys - and their usual arranger, Darren Rust - know just how much, or how little, embellishment a song needs. The absolute minimum of percussion here is perfect for this. And the harmonies are perfection, as always.
@starcarm9 ай бұрын
I love this one. Home Free doesn't need theatrics and fancy runs to make you feel all the emotions.
@patriciavernon97959 ай бұрын
Hauntingly beautiful…..for those of us that come varying degrees of a dysfunctional family, these words really hit home. Kudos to Home Free for keeping the arrangement simple and making it about the words and meaning of the song. They have another song that hits me in a similar way, it’s called What We Ain’t Got and it’s mesmerizing. Thanks for another wonderful reaction DJ! ❤️
@kmwwrench9 ай бұрын
What We Ain't Got is one of my absolute favorites.
@patriciavernon97959 ай бұрын
@@kmwwrench Me too!
@raeann_w9 ай бұрын
Yes! What We Ain't Got gets me every time. Mesmerizing is a perfect description. The video concept and the song are in my top 5. I was thinking about having it as my Patreon reaction. I'm sad I don't see some of their older stuff get attention. Another favorite is Woman, Amen / Female.
@leslieoneal44649 ай бұрын
Woman, Amen/Female is definitely in my Top 3!! They ALL killed it in that one and it's beautiful anyway, both lyrically and musically!
@roniboyd6139 ай бұрын
Yup. 'What We Ain't Got' is one of my faves too ❤
@bunnyhollingsworth59549 ай бұрын
The voices and harmonies are bone chilling. Adam’s steady rhythm is the heart beat of the song. Beautiful. ❤🐇
@thomasmacdiarmid82519 ай бұрын
The beatboxing here is so brilliant in its simplicity. We all know Adam can go crazy. But this song needed a downhome simple beat, and Adam's extra harmonies.
@leahschmid14949 ай бұрын
Even though the original by John Mayer is amazing.. Homefree did an even more amazing job for this song
@momD6129 ай бұрын
I agree. I could not understand all the words of this until HF did this. ❤❤
@vickiestill73829 ай бұрын
Thank you, now, and for future reactions to Home Free songs. I ran on to them on KZbin about 8-9 months ago, doing "Man of Constant Sorrow" and it only took about 30 seconds and I was, and still am, HOOKED. There aren't words to describe how much I love their music! I'm a 71 year old Great Grandma who has loved the Bee Gees for 45 years. Their harmonies were always impeccable. I still love their music! I have to say, Home Free, has crossed the finish line a nose ahead. Again, thank you, SO MUCH, for your positive reacts. 💜🤗 A proud HOME FRY. 😉
@rebeccamccann87102 ай бұрын
I’m a grandma too lol, what Tim refers to as a seasoned’ Home Fry. I was a rock singer in my youth, always in choir, singing and performing every chance I got. I’m teaching my grandchildren to sing confidently, my granddaughter is a natural! My grandson is over it, lol but still sings along to placate me. I discovered Home Free on KZbin also, and can’t stop listening to them. I’ve listened to Voiceplay, love them too.Pentatonix, while technically great, just don’t do it for me. I find them rather sterile and formulaic. Home Free tops the list for me too!
@katrinaprescott59119 ай бұрын
As the child of a mother with severe mental illness, this song always hits me like a brickbat.
@rulab9 ай бұрын
This is utterly stunning. I think I might have fallen a tiny bit in love with Adam Chance in this video. Wow...I have no words. Thank you for this lovely reaction to this stunningly peaceful and beautiful song.
@dj_4109 ай бұрын
There is just something in his voice that adds a real honesty and legitimacy to a song and I love it!!!
@mettesrensen61169 ай бұрын
Home Free has a cover were i always tell reactors to pay special attention to the video for the simple reason that it shows how the world COULD BE if we just accepted that we´re all different and we all deserve to be treated with respect and love please react to -- WE JUST DUSAGREE . Much love and respect from a devoted fan / Home fry 🍟🍟
@user-pc7hj7lq9p9 ай бұрын
Austin has the chops. Rob has the soul. 'Nuff said.
@dagmar.69549 ай бұрын
I love Home Free's version of this beautiful song. This is in my top 5 songs by them. They really brought out the emotion of it. Tim's lead is amazing with his deep bass. Also love Rob & Chance's solos plus the great harmonies. And Adam is tasteful in making the simple sound of pounding his chest & thigh. I believe we can change our course in life. We don't have to make the same mistakes as our parents. We can choose to rise above it.
@miamidolphinsfan9 ай бұрын
Dylan, there is a behind the scenes video for this one that is one of their very best, you'll enjoy it
@candleburner20069 ай бұрын
Out of 7 children, I'm the only one that looks like my mom. She passed away in 2014 from Alzheimer's and the last couple months of her life I barely left her side, mostly because she wouldn't let me. I had to lie to her - or have whoever was there - if I had to go out for a bit. I hadn't even realized I looked like my mom until shortly after she had gone and people came up to me at her funeral and told me. So as this song hits, my heart automatically goes back to spending those last few weeks with her, not wanting to ever lose her and hoping I'd be even half the woman she always was.
@SBQDawn9 ай бұрын
My personal Favorite. This is the song that saved me from a very dark mental health losing my soul kind of place. This one I cried ok Sobbed for an hour got a headache and woke up feeling lighter than I had in years. you Nailed this reaction thank you !
@rebeccamccann87102 ай бұрын
Good luck in your life’s journey. I too have been in the dark place you describe. When I lost my husband suddenly almost 7years ago, I fell into a deep depression, lost motivation and interest in absolutely everything. I shamefully wallowed in my grief and let the darkness suck me in. It took a ruthless intervention by my grown sons to shake me back to reality. I’m much better now, but the grief still creeps up on me occasionally. So, I know things do get better with time and effort. I hope you are in a wonderful place now and wish you blessings and happiness.
@mmfarmer77709 ай бұрын
Home Free shows genuine respect for their source material, especially when the lyrics run deep. It’s one of the group’s most endearing characteristics.
@justkaron9 ай бұрын
One of my top five HF songs and that's saying a lot. Thoughtful reaction.
@JoanN639 ай бұрын
When John Mayer released this song I already loved it. The lyrics are really something to think about. But I think this version has something more. All those different voices at exactly the right time. Adam keeping it simple but perfect for this song. It's on my favorite playlist.
@rileystone67899 ай бұрын
This is my favorite of their covers and Dreamer is my favorite original ✌️❤️
@rebeccamccann87109 ай бұрын
I have never heard a Home Free song I disliked…and having said that, this has to be one of my top 5 favorites, right up there with Helplessly Hoping and Brothers in Arms. Thanks for understanding that they held back on the vocal gymnastics to allow the poetry and poignancy of the lyrics to shine through. Tastefully and honestly performed, with Adam providing the heartbeat throughout. This one always brings me to the edge of tears.
@tinah88339 ай бұрын
Each time one of the guys step up and take the lead, I think to myself that this is my favorite part of the song. Until the next guy sings his part! And the next guy. I love them all! All unique. All hauntingly beautiful voices. This is a song by John Mayer.. Very well written. One of my all time favorite covers by Home Free.
@BurnsBridges9 ай бұрын
This is a John Mayer original…and it’s absolutely timeless and universal. 💔 Home Free doesn’t have a flawless batting average…but they are brilliant at what they do. This was an incredible interpretation of a song that has no need for “improvement”. Love your reaction as well as the commentary. ❤
@jill98379 ай бұрын
They are the GOAT
@mimic11769 ай бұрын
"Masters at work in thier craft." Brilliant! It is that, if it's nothing else, and it's so so much more as well. Thank you for a brilliant reaction!
@carolburnett1909 ай бұрын
You are one of the few reactors I’ve seen who hasn’t been in tears by half way through-I think that may be a result of your relative youth. It stabs the heart for those of us who have grown up in dysfunctional families.
@babyfry47759 ай бұрын
Love this song. One of my favorites. It’s by John Mayer. The lyrics are powerful for sure. Are you doomed to repeat the mistakes of your parents or can you change? Of course you can change….with lots of work. But you can do it. Loved Tim’s low voice and Chance is smooth as butter. Love Rob always. Good one DJ!!!😍😄
@Marysmith-kh7dt9 ай бұрын
This is one of my favorite songs they have ever done. I can totally relate to this song and man did the guys kill it!
@cattsunn9 ай бұрын
A lot of Rob leads in the Dive Bar Saints album. One of my favorites Why Not.
@antrazitaj52099 ай бұрын
This song from them is always emotionally devastating to me. And I still look forward to hearing it
@brianhuff53469 ай бұрын
no matter how many times I listen to this song the chorus hits me like a hammer...
@chrismorin13189 ай бұрын
When you add the different tones and textures together it brings with it a depth that you don't often find. The same goes for the way simplicity in the arrangement lets us be able to decipher the complexity of the lyrics and message within the song. These men are masters of their craft and we are all lucky enough to be here for their journey! Great reaction from you and it's always wonderful to have a reactor that pays attention and gives an honest opinion. ❤
@bernieregnier45009 ай бұрын
This is in my top 10 of Home Free covers. They are so awesome in their interpretations and their dynamic harmonies are the very best bar none. This evokes so much emotion due to the aspect of family relations it crosses all families no matter the circumstances. ❣
@justann13589 ай бұрын
This one hits different. One of my favourite Home Free songs.
@danivansuperstar9 ай бұрын
I'm a huge Home Fry and singer, and yes, I love their version. BUT this is a BRILLIANT composition by John Mayer (who I'm not a huge fan of, but have to give credit where credit is due). Home Free gives this song the justice it deserves.
@florencegrant-mc7bb9 ай бұрын
Yes, a brilliantly written song, then Home Free adds their magic. One of my favorites. Great reaction as always, DJ.
@carolyntaylor79 ай бұрын
This one makes me teary eyed every time I hear this. ❤
@donnaflynn96159 ай бұрын
Great reaction! They just know how to smack us in the face with great singing and interpretation!
@trinaward10059 ай бұрын
One of my faves!
@beckiramsey95619 ай бұрын
Beautiful song for sure and Home Free did an awesome job!🔥🔥 I love the harmonies, and I love the way they end it!❤❤ Great reaction DJ!!❤
@karinjohansen69239 ай бұрын
Let's not forget Chance holding down the bass line in spades while Tim sings up higher...LOVE THIS! Thanks for your reaction! This hits home for us from "blended" families~ ❤
@sean_b_drummer7 ай бұрын
This will always hold a special place in my heart. I used this version as my audition song for the Acapella Choir I'm in. Sang from the beginning thru Rob's part. ❤🔥 That's all they needed to hear. 😏
@kimking60369 ай бұрын
This is one of my favorite Home Free songs. I can and do listen to it over and over again. It still amazes me that they don't have any songs I don't like. Even songs they cover that I don't like the original, I love them when these men sing it❤
@nancyholter56469 ай бұрын
The beginning of this is Tim at his loveliest. We forget when we celebrate his bass all the time. And having Adam available for that fifth harmony just fills it out so well. This song doesn't get a whole lot of 'love' - maybe BECASUE there is no OMG beatboxing or Austin doing riffs in the stratosphere or Tim plumbing the depths. Just plain old fantastic signing with a wonderful arrangement.
@changlyn1009 ай бұрын
Love Home frees version of this song. They are so talented
@sylviasargent27279 ай бұрын
There is a reactor that calls Rob, Gospel Rob. I think it’s a good nickname.
@bethcoussou9 ай бұрын
This one brought it home for me when it was released. It was simple, but beautifully sung!
@farmboy12819 ай бұрын
Never heard this before but Wow such a beautiful song
@MommaBird529 ай бұрын
John Mayer wrote and recorded In the Blood
@michaelnancyamsden74108 ай бұрын
Adam Rupp was giving it a heart beat to go with message.
@wolfe62209 ай бұрын
This one is a ...painful favorite....for a few different reasons. John Mayer--was influenced by a local Blues musician, Stevie Ray Vaughan, who passed away in 1990 (who you should consider reacting to). This song hits hard because I grew up being abused by my parents. After some failed relationships, I decided to avoid that altogether. I do have an acquaintance who also had a similar experience with his parents at a young age. It started this brilliant, broken man down a bad path. Although ultimately, his choices were his own, he's spent 50 years of his life in prison and will die there soon, of old age. It just makes me sad that with a loving family, this could have been avoided. This is why Rob's plaintive line, "I can feel the love I want, I can feel the love I need, but its never going to come the way I am" hits so hard, because, while Ive had a hard life, my friend in prison has never really experienced a good life outside of prison. And I would do anything to be able to go back in time and change that for him.
@banker4ever9 ай бұрын
This one tears at my heart every time I here it. These guys a musical magicians.❤❤❤❤❤
@sallymaria9 ай бұрын
I love just how thoughtful and interesting your reactions are - this is such a great song, and you picked up on just what makes this performance special.
@debbieblake27089 ай бұрын
This song came out as hurricane Harvey was hitting in south Texas. Wash out in the water.... can I rise above the flood. Boy, the flood we got at that time always reminds me of this song. Love your reactions !
@ericzeichert5119 ай бұрын
According to the interwebs, the original is by John Mayer.
@mgentles39 ай бұрын
Original is by John Mayer. Beautiful song and superbly done by Home Free.
@chewee2k7 ай бұрын
Check out Rob's singing in "End of the road."
@MonicaGoodwin-qz5gd9 ай бұрын
Hunting lyrics and beautiful ♥️.🤠🔥💯 Another great 👍 reaction ♥️.
@terrimoore61659 ай бұрын
They are sooo good! Harmonies, epic! You need to react to "Cruise", and "I want Crazy"!!
@joannmonte29789 ай бұрын
Brings me to tears every time. I think strongly about my son when I hear it, he struggles a lot about the loss of his family.
@januzzell86318 ай бұрын
This is SUCH a beautiful song - tears - every time
@ScottMaresh9 ай бұрын
Sorry I had to drop patreon, I lost me job.
@itzel17359 ай бұрын
Sorry man.
@dj_4109 ай бұрын
I'm so sorry to hear that Scott! Look after yourself and absolutely don't stress about the patreon! I will always be incredibly grateful for the support you have given there and continue to give here on youtube ❤️❤️ Hoping your situation improves for you soon
@kimberlygarwood-jl5om9 ай бұрын
This song pulls at your heartstrings. One of Home Free's best. ❤️🔥
@connieharmon24089 ай бұрын
❤❤
@1aleckman19 ай бұрын
Beautiful song with a very true and deep meaning. My son and I were talking last night about the guys individual voices and although they are all great, Rob is so unique and silky smooth you can pick him out right away. He sings like no one else I've ever heard. Have a great day!
@chericeevans99909 ай бұрын
I am so glad you enjoyed this song
@lisabeaver76759 ай бұрын
This song hits home for me. I agree with your comment they do make you feel the the words. Chills for days on this one. Great reaction
@BettyP19525 ай бұрын
As a mother, this song hits home with me. ❤
@nancymanning17639 ай бұрын
I've been waiting for you to find this gem. So glad you loved it.
@janette73309 ай бұрын
I love this song sooo much! They do it so good and emotional, in my opinion it is a true upgrade of John Meyers song. ❤
@rebeccagibbs87949 ай бұрын
Again, I can't say anything except, "yep, that"! ❤
@lschoenrank9 ай бұрын
I think of Robb's voice as being silky. Chance's voice like whiskey. And I think that Adam's body percussion was so powerful given the topic of this song. That it also allowed him to contribute his lovely tenor voice to the harmony is a wonderful bonus.
@ulrikaandersson14639 ай бұрын
Love this. For me it’s their best song.
@elvwood9 ай бұрын
This song really hits hard, particularly this version IMO. It's a very personal song for the writer, who struggled in his relationships with well-known celebrities like Taylor Swift and Jessica Simpson, where he was apparently a terrible person to be with. This song came later, and it's good to recognise _why_ you do what you do, but you also have to fully acknowledge your own agency (he has partially done so in public, which is more than many people do). I hope this song is a step along the way to him growing into a person who can do the right thing for both himself and the people in his life.
@dianeritthaler77927 ай бұрын
Very deep song. Beautifully sung Beautiful lyrics 😢
@AliciaMoore-Morada9 ай бұрын
What We Ain't Got is equally powerful in its quiet angst.
@terimingle89579 ай бұрын
They did this song proud!! So glad you liked it. ❤
@reneroberson27849 ай бұрын
One of the most beautiful ones by Home Free.. love my boys 🏡🆓🏡🍟
@minneyruth9 ай бұрын
It's very beautiful ❤
@teresacartwright54069 ай бұрын
I'm not sure anyone really ever grew up in a Father Knows Best world - in some way most families are dysfunctional to a minor or major degree. The song leaves you to ponder nature vs. nurture. Of course the singing, harmonies & beatboxing are terrific - they always are. The original was by John Mayer. I don't know if you've watched the video for Austin's original "Save the World" - I think you'd identify with it.
@kristindunstan1729 ай бұрын
Very insightful comments. I hadn't thought about the song quite that way before.
@TheSquishyWitch9 ай бұрын
So chill yet so good
@jandrost38489 ай бұрын
John Mayer
@rachelhurst32249 ай бұрын
Frontal, forward, or mask placement are the terms you are looking for to describe Rob's timbre.
@joyvanderveer22829 ай бұрын
I love the jaw drop...they earned it. Tim's vocals in the beginning gives me good chills. Chance on the second part was so wonderful. But what got me the most was when Rob came in on the chorus. This song is so powerful yet simply stated so that anyone can see themselves in it. WOW!!!
@randyhawley72029 ай бұрын
Great reaction - and I like your explanation of how you are reacting / feeling as they progress through the phases of the song. This one really hits me on a personal level, and Home Free's version of it gives it more intensity, even though it is smooth and gentle. Maybe it is because of the way it hits me more than just musically - but I think this is one of Home Free's masterpieces.
@NinJenna9 ай бұрын
This is one of my favorites of theirs. Great reaction hunny!
@anitawright71699 ай бұрын
This was absolutely beautiful. These guys are so extremely talented. Love your reaction!
@barbarakennedy26675 ай бұрын
Such an introspective song. Some of the most fragile feelings come from memories.
@miconis1239 ай бұрын
For more Rob you should listen to Between a rock and a heartache.
@marshac77389 ай бұрын
I love how Home Free keeps a lot of their video environments simple--allows the focus to be on their incredible acapella vocals. Their 4-part harmony is already peerless, as far as I'm concerned, but their 5-part harmony is even more impactful❣️🎼🥰🎶❤️ #HomeFree
@vickiadkins98449 ай бұрын
Breathtaking
@BettyP19525 ай бұрын
Such pain is exuded in this song. Superb performance ❤
@mightyakkylex9 ай бұрын
Rob and Austin sang opera, you should really check that out
@amyf98359 ай бұрын
😊
@lesliecomerate25719 ай бұрын
I would love to see you react to catch me if you can, Rob is great
@richb3139 ай бұрын
I completely agree with you.
@Dan_Geer_9 ай бұрын
Great reaction :). As always! But I’d like to put a bug in your ear and mention something. I almost never see reactors covering shorts, like the shorts VoicePlay puts out, which aren’t clips of their longer videos. You might want to plan a few videos where you watch 3 or 4 shorts, since no one else seems to be doing that. I’d strongly recommend starting with VP’s cover of Time Warp, from the Rockey Horror Show.
@sharonh.57689 ай бұрын
Love this one. Thanks for reacting to it, DJ! #HomeFree
@BLBurns20009 ай бұрын
If you watch the video & listen, Adam Rupp was vocalizing rather than beatboxing.