Vocalist Reacts To Home Free - Go Rest High On That Mountain (Church Sessions)

[@timworks991]

As many times as I have listened to them singing this, I tear up. Very respectful to the theme and emotion of this song. Your physical, emotional response to this says all that needs to be said. Not only is Home Free masters of harmony and arrangement, but they demonstrate the skill to properly respect the message of each song they cover. Looking forward to your next reaction to Home Free. They have never dissapointed.

[@janewestpoldskrvseth]

AGREE

[@harolddorsey9179]

This song holds a very special place in my heart. It played while carrying both parents caskets form the hearse to the gave site. VINCE GILL wrote and sang the original. The original version is what was played at their funerals 2005 mom ,2015 Dad.

[@wirelessmikedj7784]

Just imagine that the producers of "The Sing Off" never wanted to give Rob the limelight.....they wanted Austin to always be front and center, then HF did it anyway with Colder Weather.....he has such a sweet, soulful and powerful voice.

[@tygerbrite]

One of their masterpieces. Your comments about their striking the perfect attitude toward the song were spot on.

[@minneyruth]

💯 ❤

[@belinda9696]

Their beatboxer Adam was harmonizing with them in this, no beatboxing was needed here. In this video, they were singing this song live for the world's largest platform for country music. They do something called "church sessions" which showcase country music singers singing with raw voices. This shows you how clean and beautiful their true singing voices are.

[@carolyntaylor7]

This song - either HF version - gets me weeping every time! When my husband passed, a friend told me he was singing in the heavenly choir. I replied that the angels better put him in the back row. Lots of spirit, but short on pitch.

[@paulavasko4633]

@carolyntaylor7 In Heaven, your husband has perfect, angelic pitch! 🤗

[@DanMcCall-g3b]

Very nice reaction, sir. When you cry, you pass the good soul test!

[@peterholmes2485]

I cried as well. So emotionally powerful. 🇬🇧

[@minneyruth]

I love the church version 😢❤❤❤❤❤

[@mettesrensen6116]

Thank you for reacting to the Church Session

[@tomhansen4576]

This is HF's best live cover of this beautiful song written by Vince Gill.

[@ms.chuckfu1088]

One of their best videos.thanks. The Church Sessions of HomeFree singing "Great Day to be Alive" will lift your spirits.

[@dimijohnson670]

My favorite version. Of course I like Vince’s version but this one with the harmonies of them all just touches me way down deep in my soul.

[@JoanN63]

I know what you feel, because every time I hear it (I think quite a few times now) I also feel it throughout my body. A tear, or actually tears, flow down my cheeks. Rob's voice with so much soul, so much emotion, so warm, so pure and as soft as velvet, but still enters your heart with so much power. Then Tim's part, also sung so beautifully and fits in perfectly. But what tops it off is the best harmony there is. When I listen to this song I think of my partner, my best friend, my father and many other important family members/people I have lost.

[@angel44144]

Yep, that is exactly what I did the first time I heard and saw that. They have another version, the official video… it is amazing. Rob has such a beautiful voice and usually doen’t stand out, but he is so awesome. You should check his duet with Austin Brown (on Austin’s channel) two country singers try opera… Also, they are just so good. I saw them life last September here in Utrecht (Netherlands) and it was a party. Really, it is hard to describe but you have to go see them live. Oh… a suggestion, check out Home Free’s 9 to 5 live with beatbox break out… worth it!😊

[@nancyholter5646]

The official video is an excellent video, but it moves your attention from the song to the story, so for reacting to the vocals, this is the best one.

[@angel44144]

@@nancyholter5646 for some maybe, it didn’t draw my attention away from the stunning vocals. I find both videos equally interesting to watch. The church session definitely have their own charm

[@robinharrison3736]

Love that beat box breakout, so much fun! You can watch any of their BTS videos to see how silly they can be, too.

[@teresacartwright5406]

One of the things that make Home Free next level is their ability to vocalize the emotional context of a song. I've seen reactors who are military veterans cry watching this song. BTW, 3 of them are song writers (Austin, Tim & Chance) and they all have channels of their own. Tim, Austin & friends also do fund raising for at-risk veterans.

[@daleb1279]

Home Free does a beautiful job on this song. I would also recommend though that you also watch the songwriter and original artist Vince Gill singing this. He wrote the song after the passing of his brother.

[@briangill4000]

I used the original at my so s funeral. Totally agree.

[@peggygross7409]

Great reaction. Glad you liked it. Home Free knows how to send the message home.

[@dancingdolly8335]

They talk to your soul in this harmonic but simple track. Absolutely gorgeous. Yes I cried with you x

[@robinharrison3736]

Thanks for your honest reaction. I always cry when i hear this sung, especially by Home Free!

[@jazzambientertainment]

Beautiful reaction...I cried with you. 🤍💗 It's about the message is as true a statement as the song is soul-stirring.

[@angielofton6372]

This is one of my favorite videos of them. The church is beautiful and sounds great. They are amazing .

[@ppresley9208]

Simply the best ... going to see them live in concert next week ... can't wait ! Thanks for this one !

[@rllangevin3841]

Great heartfelt reaction! #HomeFree can make us laugh, melt our hearts and stir our souls. Nary a bad song to be found and this one is simple and stunning! Home Free never disappoints!

[@lindaslater7782]

Tear drops falling! Everytime i hear this song, especially when it's sung by Home Free. Rob has such a beautiful voice and is perfect for this song. I am, however, probably one of a few that prefers the other video of Home Free singing this song. I love the story they put with it. More tears falling.

[@nancyholter5646]

Vince Gill stopped backstage at the Opry on his way out one night to thank Tim for HF covering his song. Their harmonies are magnificent any time, but they really set this song apart. And Rob's lead ... what can you say?

[@barbarakennedy2667]

If you have not heard it yet, please react to How Great Thou Art by Home Free. It has been described as the most beautiful rendition many fans have ever heard.

[@TheCharlieSmithChannel]

I have reacted to it

[@sandracarey4352]

When Home Free sings, you don't just hear it. You feel it. Beautiful.

[@babyfry4775]

Love the church sessions. They have a couple more of them. They’re so good live it is stunning. Loved Rob and Tim’s solos. Those harmonies are exquisite. Good one Charlie. 🥲🤩

[@pennymaple1817]

In my opinion, one of the very best things about Home Free is the respect they pay to each song they sing. They don't need the bells and whistles, just the purity of their voices blending together so beautifully. Thanks Charlie, for a lovely, honest and heartfelt reaction.

[@carolburnett190]

You have pointed out one of the things I love most about Home Free-they don’t do gratuitous vocal gymnastics. They can have fun with individual ranges, but never in a song that needs to performed with respect.

[@peggysayre9838]

Vince Gill wrote this song shortly after his brother, who had a troubled life passed. This song meant so much to me that I had it used for my son's memorial service. It touched the people there as it did me and apparently as much it did you. Thanks for posting.

[@MonicaGoodwin-qz5gd]

❤🤠#HomeFree. 🥹 Beautiful done. Amazing reaction.🏠🍟

[@Fawlenisms]

This hits you straight to your core

[@lindaslater7782]

Forgot to add how much i love your comments! Home Free did a beautiful job honoring someone who died, and your tears join so many people who react the same way when listening to HF and this song! Thank you for such a wonderful reaction!

[@cattsunn]

Love the church sessions version.

[@michellemoreland3783]

Mr. Smith, I love that you were moved by their voices, the lyrics and the true meaning of the song. It was sung at my Dad's funeral and I too am filled with tears EVERY time I hear it. Their take on this is exceptional because it was done simply and beautifully. Thanks for reacting to one of my favorite yet heartbreaking songs.

[@PatriciaFralick-w7t]

This song was written by Vince Gill when his brother passed away. It is absolutely beautiful. Home Free does a wonderful job of singing as always and so respectful. Thank you for your review.

[@PurpleRoseMe]

Your reaction so touched my heart. The song itself of course - I often play it on repeat to get through a difficult grief day. I appreciate you are honest about your emotions. I’d not seen you before, but new sub here to explore more music.

[@joer2013]

Even more touching is their singing Go Rest High with the video of a survivor of WWII talking to his grandson. Be sure to have plenty of tissues ready when you watch it!

[@sheilacarter8074]

That was wonderful. If you didn't feel something....well

[@karingreen396]

HF is excellent at this type of music. Thanks for sharing with us

[@glendamcgrady1244]

Thank you for reacting.

[@PaulaThompson-x9w]

Gets me every time. Beautiful. Thank you for the Home Free reactions

[@connieharmon2408]

Love #HomeFree

[@TheTazira]

When my Dad passed from dementia a little over a year ago, my brother asked to have this song played at his Memorial. I’d never heard it before. It has since come to mean a great deal to me because I hear it now and remember my Dad before dementia took the man he was away. I can smile about him again. Home Free is truly gifted.😊

[@TheCharlieSmithChannel]

That is so special. I'm so sorry for your immense loss ❤️❤️

[@JensaRahm]

This to me is Robs best song. He is always good but this is just amazing.

[@m.robinson97]

This was played at my mom’s funeral, and I still can’t not cry when I hear it.

[@Cat-fi4ie]

They have a official music video. But I love this Church version better. The sound from being in that church just gives it something special. Normally Tim is the bass guy. This time Chance did bass he did awesome. They all did Amazing!!

[@donnam5891]

Love the Church Sessions. Great reaction, mate.

[@sheilacarter8074]

Very nice, love the harmonic chords.

[@AsiveDwane]

I am back Charlie!!!😅 and I am continuing to love your work Charlie❤remember me?

[@khilden1]

My favorite Vince Gill song. He wrote it for his brother who passed away.

[@hamilde]

I used to dedicate this song to my late brother almost every time my band played. In order to sing it without completely breaking down, I practiced it so many times that I could sing it without thinking about the words. It didn't always work though.

[@timpack4956]

I felt exactly the same way the first time I listened to it.

[@kmwwrench]

Amazing, isn't it, that they can do this live. Fabulous 5-part harmony. Home Free always makes the music the centerpiece.

[@barbaraletourneau1130]

You have a sensitive soul.....bless you.

[@hdrider2113]

Great reaction, you should check out there mash up of Ed Sheridan Thinking Out Loud / And Marvin Gays Let’s Get It On. Video is shot in one take. And they kill it.

[@joyvanderveer2282]

I have just recently found you, but I really like your style. I am a diehard Home Fry and am glad to find that you like them too. The way they draw you in to the music is a special talent indeed. I truly believe that they have been touched by the hand of God. Their voices certainly seem to be angelic at times. At yet through it all, they never take themselves too seriously. They are just down to earth people that just love doing what they do and have never let it go to their heads. If you would like to see something that has great harmony but shows the lighter side, I might suggest their cover of "When will I be loved?" The twist the put on it is so cute.

[@marlena.34]

Thank you for your heartfelt honest reaction. ❤

[@larag4646]

My mother died of an overdose when I was young. This song has always reminded me of her and her struggles. I can't listen to it without at least getting teary eyed. I don't know how anyone gets through this song. Beautiful writing by Vince Gill and amazing performance from Home Free.

[@tessasilberbauer6219]

This HF and Johnny Clegg's The Crossing always hits me hard. The Crossing is a specific tribute, it's very different but the grief and the love are the same. ... dammit it's dusty in here.

[@pastelcarnations]

This was amazing,, Chance's bass in this one really drove it home for me. But theyall sounded so great. Love you're reactions, cant wait until you do more Home free

[@ShirleyMyers-jh6no]

AWESOME. Vince Gill wrote that powerful song.

[@LynnRamsay]

You should see the official video they did for this song. That one will definitely break anyone to tears 😢

[@janewestpoldskrvseth]

You are not alone, thank you for reaction.😢😢😢😢😢😢💞💞

[@jrn9872]

“Tingling” you from top to toe=the Holy Spirit is moving you

[@justann1358]

What you said!

[@patriciaemeigh4370]

Beautiful song. Beautiful message.

[@susieinthesouth1931]

I am such a fan of the original by Vince Gill that I had not listed to HF's version. Thanks for sharing.

[@caberma]

This is probably my favourite from them, I tear up everytime. It 's just beautiful.

[@annaspanna2642]

I was not prepared for this today 😭

[@dotwyness4110]

Beautiful ❤

[@sarahberry4389]

Amen .. beautiful ❤

[@terrimoore6165]

They are so dang good!!!

[@andreabloor5679]

Maybe morbid, but when family/friends have left, I play this with a bourbon in hand.

[@brucebannerman6848]

The guy who sang solo can,and does,sing bass,very close to the one who did Amazing Grace

[@jeffreyjacobs390]

I know there are some really good VOCAL GROUPS ..... but, NONE ARE THIS GOOD - Period !!! God bless, jj

[@lindacollins788]

Great group

[@hamblinta]

Very nice reaction!

[@petervankauwenbergh3375]

I was broke as soon as this started. I listened to the country version many times after the miscarriage of my twins😭😭😭

[@MelindaBrown-yz5jc]

❤️❤️

[@troywalker8078]

I could not make it through. I miss my dad.

[@bella0568]

❤

[@hamblinta]

Check out”Brothers In Arms” the guys cover of Mark Knoffler and Dire Straits, “Unchained Melody,” by the Righteous Brothers, “Dreamer” Live at the Ryman and so many more…it’s a great rabbit hole to fall into!

[@morganeoghmanann9792]

Vince Gill wrote this song after his brother's passing.

[@WoodshopCustomCreations-px8ih]

Youve got to do a react to Home Free "O Holy Night"

[@Its_me_Deebz]

I know I am late to the game, so to speak, but I just came across this video. I respect Home Free and their rendition of this song immensely...however you need to listen to the live Vince Gill and Alison Krauss version. It will move your soul. Great reaction by the way!

[@SillyMe2718]

This is a Vince Gill cover. Vince wrote this about his brother’s suicide. My solace when my son suddenly died. Surprised that you have not listened to Brooks & Dunn “ I believe” written by Ronnie Dunn about by true events in his life.

[@GaiaOne]

Home Free doesn't do covers. They do upgrades.

[@annestep6741]

this is the one you really need to hear. Vince Gill wrote this when a friend passed away some years ago. He finished it when his brother died and never intenfed to record or preform it. This was when he sang it at the memorial for George Jones. Patty sang with him for support. This is so touching and he barely got through it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/omKUoHasd92hh5I

[@FritsKist]

No problem not crying. I'm very sensitive by blueprint, but also highly realistic; its just a song. Sincere reaction.

[@TheCharlieSmithChannel]

What is unrealistic about crying to a song? 😂

[@FritsKist]

@@TheCharlieSmithChannel Artificial (commercial) generated emotions. Though I feel the beauty, I don't need the tears.

[@TheCharlieSmithChannel]

@@FritsKist what on earth are commercially generated emotions?

[@FritsKist]

@@TheCharlieSmithChannel Mind manipulating products to sell.

[@TheCharlieSmithChannel]

OK you have lost me completely. What on earth are you talking about?

[@sickair12]

Their singing doesn't get any better BUT I would HIGHLY recommend that you watch their music video for this song. It's touching enough and hits the feels here but their music video takes it to another level. Bring your tissues!

[@Steen55]

I think its time for you to listen to ther cover of: Brothers in arms

[@briangill4000]

AFTER THOUGHT. I think your comment partly explains why I still prefer Vince's version. Super simple instrumental and Vince's sublime voice (with minimal backing). Too much flare just spoils this kind of song. The fact that he wrote it for his brother adds emotion as well. Their are several versions on YT if you haven't seen it. Worth a look. Love your channel Charlie. Glad your still putting up content. As I wrote on my other post. I used the original at my son's funeral so I'm definitely biased.

[@petervankauwenbergh3375]

Charlie, Have you heard Hailey Westenra sing Amazing Grace?

[@RonM-fr8ft]

You should watch this with the video. It will break younn

[@kennyrussell2663]

You should check out the original by Vince Gill

[@georgemegaw9019]

Only watched a few of your reactions to Home Free -- but they've all been tear-jerkers. You need to get a break and get a dose of the antics and deep sense of humor (while retaining their same musicianship). Take a peek at their ''Butts Remix" and or "Champagne Taste on a Beer Budget".

[@briangill4000]

Nice harmonies as usual from these guys. But I still prefer the original. I used it at my son's funeral.