Jake Owen "What We Ain't Got" written and performed by Travis Meadows

[@Davenbb]

Holy shit...this version hits sooo much different then Jakes. Especially if you know the back story with Travis. Great version well done sir

[@Stickwelderrfd]

Travis is hands down one of the greatest songwriters this world will ever see.

[@discoveryman59]

The songwriters today WISH they could write like this!

[@TVNashvilleUnleashed]

Thanks for watching, everybody!

[@bmak76]

What's your introduction song?

[@OldSoulSociety]

bm ak, did you ever find out the answer? I'm searching for it too

[@bmak76]

Old Soul Society nope

[@rosebud9839]

Heard you sing at Mishler Theatre last night - gr8 job

[@MsCourtneyJenae]

Travis Meadows deserves every bit of recognition! He is such an amazing artist who writes from the heart. Can't get enough of this video!

[@traceyburton7306]

Courtney Jenaé H5J BY HEAHTR5467UHHG frvx yyy7yyyyyyy

[@RichardHughes15]

Agree!

[@robertdupont6181]

I agree 👍 💯

[@jamesheadrick6029]

Thank you for writing this song singing this song brother. I was in a coma for quite some time after being hit by illegal immigrant on my Harley. While I was in a coma my friends were taken to heaven because it was okay to do it then obviously. And then several other attempts were made and they've never stopped since but I want you to know this song has helped me make it through everything. Thank you my dear friend who I've never met.

[@4dixieland]

only the writer can sing it with that much feeling. great song

[@BFTmanable]

Its still odd to me that people preform other peoples songs while the original artist generally goes unappreciated. Travis is an outstanding song writer. And in my opinion, someone who writes from personal experience and emotion has a much better sound. All of the production value in the world can't help owen sound better than Travis on this song. Much respect.

[@darylgibbs8834]

Travis is the best

[@shelley985]

BFTmanable I agree 100%!

[@psalmer5690]

One of the best examples of this is the song, I Need You, a hit for Tim McGraw a few years back. His version was a textbook example of how to ruin a great song by running it through the Nashville pop country grinder. Go back and listen to it again, then find Tony Lane's studio cut. He cowrote it with David Lee. No comparison. Tony gave it the raw edge it deserved and in his hands it's a masterpiece.

[@bernardrobinson3609]

Pssh Jake Owen smokes this dude ... this fella isn't on the radio for a reason

[@jameswilliams9617]

@@bernardrobinson3609 Jake is good but he can't do this song this way. Nope.

[@KrazyMitchAdventures]

This song always makes me cry... It follows my life to a T.. The things I have lost in my life, the things I wanted out of my life, and where I have ended up... It isn't where I wanted to be.. What we all want, aint what we all got..

[@MaximKlochkov]

This Song and his performance deserve millions of views! So underrated...

[@kingtyson333]

8 years later still amazing

[@Gibson_Branch]

It's like a whole different song when travis sings it. The songwriter has the deepest connection with a song, and you can definitely tell it here!

[@michellebowling1979]

I’ve seen this song on fb in the past and here now seeing that this was actually out like 9 years ago. You can hear that there’s real emotion , voice cracks like he’s about to cry. It’s such a raw emotion in it when he sings it. Love everything about it and his voice.

[@jaylugo7701]

Just heard this song for the first time . I lost my mom on the day after my birthday 10/14/21and here I am 10/25/21 listening to this song bringing me memories of my mom .wishing I had her here.😢😢😢😢

[@daningram3143]

🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@Jackie-kw3ss]

We all want what we ain't got 🎶 ❤️🎶 Amazing song sung by a man with such emotion... You're one hellava songwriter and singer!

[@lildeegurrl]

Not only do I love this song but when Travis Meadows sings it I literally get covered with goosebumps. Ah-mazing

[@jpagesc13]

I was looking to learn how to play this song and found this. I always love listening to these big songs played by the person who wrote it. I don't get into this or that version is better, because I think that is like saying blue guitars are the best guitars. But I will say that I'd rather listen to Mr. Meadows. Amazing, old, soulful voice. I will be looking for more of his music.

[@amandajewett7031]

I absolutely love this song and his voice is amazing! I actually love hearing the way he sings it more than Jake Owen🥰

[@elocinsbgdaddy]

I think he's better than Jake!

[@Rain-vk9qs]

I think it’s better than Jakes, also.

[@GorgoScrobo]

Still toking off this version after all these years. Thanks again

[@mspullig]

WOW! Just WOW! First time I've heard of him but it won't be the last time I listen to him. Hauntingly beautiful.

[@TVNashvilleUnleashed]

Thanks so much for watching. He is quite something.

[@lauriehavens3288]

And 2 fools voted him down. JEALOUS! Just saw him at Tin Pan South and he slayed us! We have video but are too lazy to upload it on KZbin yet! There are your posers and then there is Travis Meadows!

[@pamelaknowles9647]

Beautiful just beautiful thank you Travis Meadows..🎼🎸🎶❤️

[@julieh9741]

absolutely love his voice, words and music!!!

[@FouldsLaQuinta]

Just introduced to the man's music. great voice, and wonderful songwriting.

[@TVNashvilleUnleashed]

We'll pass it along. Thanks for watching Randy.

[@pauljenkins1541]

Just came across Travis a beautiful rich country tone voice and a great song writer to boot ,what have I been missing and others too, a true artist …

[@cotysievert3623]

His voice has so much soul and passion in each word pulls on the strings

[@tabathakemp]

I love this song, always have. I love Travis. I’ve followed him a while now. Found him on here and continued on Spotify. This is such a heartfelt song and I love the deep ones with meaning !! And to be honest, this song is my favorite one that Jake Owen’s performed as well. Well done 👍 ❤

[@sepfms]

Travis is a legend. Great voice and excellent songwriting. So much wow from Germany!

[@Jerry-thescot]

No words for this Travis just a truly timeless song, and so very much talent! Jake did this exceptionally well for Himself, but this was a masterpiece in and of its self! So great full this channel brought this video to the masses. Thank you and god bless

[@Patrickskyler]

Travis meadows has a awesome voice he needs more respect. He is right up there with all country singers and writers . God bless

[@lora97006]

I saw the version from july 2020 on fb a few minutes ago and am in awe of Travis, finding all versions of this song now and then I will be listening to the rest of his youtube playlist. Amazing. PHENOMENAL TALENT. He goes straight to the source, my heart can feel his...

[@ruthcurfman7532]

Didn't hear this until Home Free's video. Enjoy seeing this done by the writer.

[@knacken1]

he is amazing! and this song is on repeat now and forever!

[@notme411]

You can feel his pain in his words

[@tylergodfrey3041]

You can really feel it when Travis sings it

[@carlahorne4838]

He gives me goosebumps I love that song❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@racheljewel5875]

Absolutely touched my heart, and so blessed to have heard it during a time in my life when almost letting go of a feeling so pure until reminded again through this wonderful song! Thank you Travis it's beautiful and the lyrics are AMAZING 💋💋💋

[@allenlashleysr]

That is such a great song!

[@brianjohnson1985]

Best version ever period!

[@GARYMANDIEVAN]

Awesome, I love this Song

[@TVNashvilleUnleashed]

Thanks for watching! Yes, we do too, Gary.

[@maryhohman7050]

Love these lyrics. Travis is an amazing song writer, so much feeing. Love his voice.

[@janosborn7854]

A wealth of songs with meaning. God bless you Travis Meadows! Id trade it all just to watch you play. Such an angel. A truly precious soul

[@oksooners]

Still my favorite version of this song. Love Jake Owens cut, but the emotion in Travis voice just makes it so much more relatable.

[@ds-iz9rs]

Amen!

[@elizabethwhittaker9736]

Best song ever...everyone wants something back....Travis you are incredible with your voice on this song...love love love it

[@jcearnhardt393]

This guy makes Nashville better he is unbelievable

[@rexhamilton7608]

This is amazing song I Love it great artist listen to it for three and a half years now.

[@anitafagina180]

You can here the pain in his voice, he’s got one hell of a voice though. I’d definitely go to a concert if he had one around me.

[@robertlloydmusic]

Nice song... and why is he not the artist as he sings better than those on the labels. Heck of a lot more soul to his singing.

[@DanielGuerrero97]

Such a beautiful song ,it sounded amazing.

[@RalphFritz-g2r]

Best song ever

[@phyllespo3712]

Song hits home 💔 love Travis Meadows

[@ShotgunGuitar48]

Travis is simply astounding....such an amazing songwriter, its too bad his talent isn't more recognized by the music community-I for one hope he gets a chance to be more pursued!

[@SoundVR]

...one of the greatest songs I've ever heard, thank you for sharing and thanks a lot to Travis Meadows from Germany

[@bmak76]

It's great discovering the writers behind the songs. Especially if they have musical talent too. You get so much more emotion from the guys who penned them.

[@lauriehavens3288]

In THIS case-WAY more emotion!! Plus he lived what he speaks!

[@GenesisRitchotMusic]

I truly love this version. You can feel all the emotion when he signs the song, it's really inspiring.

[@suebeucke7027]

Love this guy,,

[@kwik9893]

Ive watched this video probably 30 times in the last month. Love it.

[@stephaniehall2041]

Beautiful♥️🎶🎙

[@traviswalton8984]

Amazing song travis..

[@robertdupont6181]

Travis has rocked it brother

[@susanrussell3001]

Travis meadows.....welcome back from were you've been.

[@PainInSTEM]

Love the song and love what they are trying to say

[@buddystewart2020]

Man, that's an excellent performance. I've heard three versions of this song, so far. I love every one of them.

[@Tom-x6j4l]

This is so beautiful and raw, full of emotion. I just recently covered this song, it is such an immensely personal favorite.

[@mattbuchanan2829]

He can't get no better!!!!!!!!!!!

[@mistycook8579]

wow! is all i can say, beautiful,and real!

[@mikeglynn8471]

My favorite version, thanks Travis!

[@Fisherman1751]

Great video. I hope you get back to Indiana soon. Enjoyed your shows at the Billy Club, and at Alizabeth Bertsch's barn party.

[@joeabshire5440]

He is so underrated.. I love Travis..

[@bettykubiskey8702]

Great voice

[@jamiefox8670]

I like his version way better and has that good old country feel and he should be performing his songs!

[@bobbylee7318]

He should record his own songs! Great job Travis! Love your music!

[@dylanjones6804]

As successful as I am in my career and all the nice things I can afford after throwing myself into my work! I still would give it all up for the one woman who moved my heart like no one else has! I wish I could go back and just tell her how I feel but she moved on and I'm still just stuck here dreaming and wishing! Take my advice, if you love someone TELL THEM! Don't miss out on your chance, because regret is the hardest thing to live with!

[@hollykauitzsch3095]

Beautiful. Thank you, Travis

[@lauriekester4602]

You 2 who voted this down need Jesus! That's all! Amen!

[@shackjonz]

Incredible.

[@kentrocks]

Way better than the overproduced Nashville business version Jake Owen does. Travis rules! Never change.

[@robwilliams239]

Kent Rocks That's not true. Jakes version was amazing. Jake can actually sing and write his own songs. But it's an opinion thing I guess. I respect Jake Owen because he truly one of the most genuine guys in the business.

[@bmak76]

+Rob Williams Everyone is entitled to their opinion, but yours is wrong. Just sayin.

[@superdude9856]

@@bmak76 👏👏

[@inthewoods999]

Right in the feels

[@CatherineSTodd]

Wow! Found this to buy on Amazon on the CD "Killin' Uncle Buzzy." How does he know us so well? "We all want what we ain't got." "All I want is what I had."

[@brendapennington9651]

He has lived a lot of his songs. I’ve known him for 30+ years. He deserves to be recognized!

[@Bluefinger]

Jake Owen's version is great but there is always something very special when a writer himself is singing his own song. It comes straight from the heart of the man where these thoughts were born. Having a voice like Travis' doesn't hurt either ...

[@mrpants1523]

stunning!

[@jamescarver212]

Jake is a good friend of mine but man that song comes from your heart great job

[@hornesper]

This my friends is where it's at. Let's hope that it catches like a wildfire.

[@lauriehavens3288]

Well it did but with Jake Owen! I give this guy a record deal in a second and I worked on Music Row for 17 years! A second!

[@OldSoulSociety]

Where can I purchase THIS version? This recording? Just take my money... it's sooo good!!

[@stefaneagon4089]

Song starts at 1:41

[@LorieWild]

Yess!!

[@dianekrisak942]

He is living in the future because he remembers but doesnt live in the past.

[@travismahaffey_Shamrock]

I haven't heard the cover...and I'm glad I didn't. This is perfect.

[@makelifematter1896]

❤❤❤

[@philippeboutte4336]

Super Travis Meadows.

[@petergroves6968]

No disrespect to jake but Travis amazing great voice

[@bottomfeeder73]

You can tell he wrote it. So much more heartfelt than Jake Owens. That's just what happens when its your own song.

[@tomsortore8301]

Jake is taking over where John prine left off. Beautiful soulful stuff

[@taracoulson33]

😭😢 @my sister in heaven

[@rrw65]

Need more like this, LESS crap that belongs in pop. Thank You Sir.. write on and on

[@bjmccoy5638]

cheers my brother!😍❤👍

[@JamesLeBlancOfficial]

Written by Travis Meadows, James LeBlanc, and Matt Warren, this is an emotional, vulnerable, autobiographical telling of their struggles. We hope you enjoy James LeBlanc's new video of "Nature of the Beast." (I'm sure you'll recognize Travis' own touch, as well.) kzbin.info/www/bejne/nmXMn4Z8jMybrKs

[@Burritosarebetterthantacos]

The Chris Stapletons and Travis Meadows are starting to emerge. The music industry is so convoluted. I cant believe this guys starving while the “artists” are in the land of milk and honey.

[@bjmccoy5638]

What kind of steel guitar is that?? If anyone can tell me. Thanks.

[@countryblessingsboutique]

Travis could have taken his song all the way to #1 by himself with his talents and vocals

[@nathantravis1809]

Anyone know the song at the intro