Where Were You (When the World Stopped Turning) *Reaction*

[@Gutslinger]

Sorry I was late getting to this reaction. 😲🤯 I wasn't expecting to hear my name being shouted out. 😂 Really appreciate it. Funny coincidence, how you came about discovering this song. Those stairs sounded tough. I wouldn't even be able to do it without the gear. I'd probably have to let gravity take over on my way down. 😂 Side note: My little brother tested positive 6 days ago, ironically on 9/11. So I've been trapped in the house with him since. 😆 Not fun. 🤞🏼Keeping my fingers crossed with disinfectant in hopes that I don't catch it. Lol _My 9/11 Experience:_ I remember that day very vividly. I was a 9 year old in the 4th grade, and on the bus riding to school. I remember the exact spot on the dirt road where I was when I first heard the radio hosts on our local 106.9fm radio station break the news of the first plane, basically saying, "A plane crashed into one of the World Trade Centers. It wasn't like a little bush plane. It was like a full sized 747." They continued to briefly talk about it like it was probably an accident. I spent a moment imagining a bush plane crashing into the side of a skyscraper. Then quickly forgot about it and continued to just stare out the bus window. When I got to my small rural school, our substitute teacher kept returning to the class to tell out homeroom teacher the events as they happened. I remember her coming to the door and telling our teacher about the second plane, and returning again crying, telling our teacher about the people jumping from the buildings, and again when the towers fell.. I couldn't fully grasp it, since I had no idea what the World Trade Center was. I just had to go off of my imagination. While I was home later that night, I remember watching the news and seeing the live aerial shots of the smoldering rubble and search teams looking through it. I hear a lot of stories from other people saying their teachers let them watch it on TV in class. I didn't get to see it happen live. So it somewhat surprises me that I vividly remember the details of that day. Hard to explain how impactful a day like that was to someone who didn't experience it themselves. I hit everyone on a deep spiritual level that day, I guess you could say.

[@shay8178]

Yeah when I saw that name i was like "oh! I know this name cuz of Guts!" Am glad you suggested him! Also am sorry to hear about your little brother I hope he gets better soon, yeah covid has spread like crazy the last couple of weeks on campus And thank you for sharing, man, I honestly can't imagine hearing news like that especially at a young age, it something you'd never forget, and never should be forgotten Well it was nice hearing from ya Guts! I hope you have a lovely day!

[@jenneper]

I love seeing younger people remember 9 11. My ex BF was a firefighter who went to recover in the aftermath.. he passed not long ago due to PTSD/suicide.. it was a brutal sad time for so many of them. Wishing you well in school, I just started for the first time at 50! Good luck! 🇺🇲

[@DIDisguise77]

Condolences to you.

[@DBShouse69]

I still get teary-eyed when I hear this.

[@kellyanderson7624]

Alan Jackson is one of my favorite country singers, I love his music and he's nice looking too lol. I remember when I heard this song for the first time after 9/11 and it made me cry.

[@musicloverchiefsfan5410]

I am a veteran of Desert Storm. Thank you for your Service. Great reaction!

[@shay8178]

And thank you for your service Sir, I hope you have a great day!

[@kimzwolinski9919]

I watched this when it aired and I remember feeling stunned. This song is so beautiful. The lyrics were so perfect and really captured how people were feeling at the time. I had just put my kids on the school bus and I was watching good morning America and saw the coverage of the first tower and saw the 2nd plane live.

[@nspd2]

I remember this song when it came out. I was serving over seas when the attack hsppened. The people who I was serving with on that day and many days after really impressed me. That memory is so strong and reminds me of how the country was on 9-12-01. We all had changed, I wish that all of us would go back to the way we were on 9-12. 9-11 will be with those of us who were serving till we die, but more important is how WE all felt the next day and !any days, weeks and months after.

[@mzcrystallover93]

Thank you for your services

[@garyblevins3532]

This song is definitely a deep one but I remember wakin up that mornin and turnin on my CB to hear all the ruckus about what had happened to the North Trade Center. I was headed towards Nashville on I-40 from the Memphis area. I won't lie about my feelin's. I kept an eye on the sky around in front of me for whatever else might happen before I could get home to my own family and children. It was an uneasy feelin to say the least for the next few days, weeks and months for me as well as many others I'm sure.

[@dalepiedlow5045]

It is nice that you give us a little life summary along with your reaction.

[@ScreamingYellowMach]

I'm not into country music, but Alan's song is beautiful. I had just turned 21 when the attacks happened, and was on my day off. I remember watching as the second plane hit and thinking this can't be happening. I literally thought it was the end of the world that day. I remember my mom calling me asking where I was, and her telling me to stay home.

[@ytorwoody]

You might not be reading the comments to this any more, but if you do read my comment, please know that there is at least one person that is wishing the best for you. You mentioned ROTC and I was instantly happy for you, filled with admiration for your commitment to making a better life for folks that you'll never know, and slightly nervous about what is in your future. My time was Vietnam and I'd just started my advanced training when the big build up began. Duty took me to a place that I'd never foreseen going to. You are now on a road that leads to "know not where". May you do well.

[@tgates0314]

I love that you are discovering these classics. Alan Jackson is one of my favorite artists and performers. He sings relatable songs that have a tremendous emotional impact. Go down the Jackson rabbit hole and you will not be sorry. I also suggest you check out another great: George Straight... another one of my favorites. Best of wishes on your musical journey and best of wishes on your path in the military.

[@lefty3141591]

Alan is a great singer. He has done songs with all sorts of different emotional impacts. A few to get you started on Alan. Midnight in Montgomery (A tribute to one of the early country singers.) Remember When (sweet love song) Chattahoochee (up beat fun song) A great reaction. I love that songs are able to address the emotions of difficult stories and situations. A couple of other 9/11 with similar but different reactions would be Daryl Worley - Have You Forgotten Toby Keith - Courtesy Of The Red White and Blue.

[@tatatonio]

Wow! I recall waking up that morning, but not if I was on vacation, or called in to work that day.....but watching the news and couldn't take my eyes off the screen of what I was seeing. I can't really say if I was in shock, or I just couldn't believe what I was watching happen, but I do know that it was a life altering experience. Sadness, sorrow, and despair were very much a part of my morning that day, but honestly I was numbed to the reality of the loss that day (the many, many souls lost that day). I just couldn't believe it. I was alive that day, I saw it happening (the 2nd plane crashing into the remaining tower), and yet I was alone, sitting on my couch safe and sound. It was a truly terrible day, I too am sorry for those who lost someone on that day, may their souls be in peaceful rest with the Creator! I loved your reaction Shay, very sensitive and endearing. Be Well! Be Blessed!

[@shay8178]

That's is just chilling :( even watching it over the screen is horrifying, I can't imagine witnessing that in person or through TV. Thank you for sharing your story Tatatonio and for the support ❤️

[@bmx3539]

Such a good song for everyone to commemorate, and cope some, for that horrible day.

[@DIDisguise77]

9/11 attacks were hard on so many people. This song was a glimpse of hope. I love your reaction. You were so calm. Your voice is cute too.

[@willieboy3011]

Enjoy your reactions. Also glad to know ROTC is still around. A request from a vet for the Vietnam Veterans who never got the reception that they deserved: Charlie Daniels "Still in Saigon."

[@lesmundorf8764]

Great artist, Thank You .

[@gregosterholt394]

I’ve seen Alan Jackson six times in concert the greatest voice An person ever

[@carson6882]

Great video. It’s always great to look back and honor our nation’s heroes. Do you have any social media pages to support the channel?

[@roimerlopez1275]

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[@austinoginski9513]

A mentor of mine was one of the operators in Task Force K-Bar under Harward in the early days of the GWOT. As Canadians, we felt like a family member was attacked on that day. I'm proud of what he, am all those who stood alongside him did to support our family member.

[@TexasRose50]

There were many heroes on that day. Might I suggest you watch The Great Boat-lift of 9/11 and The Hero Dogs of 9/11. Both are great videos. And thanks for doing this reaction.

[@bl6773]

Shortly after 9-11 Toby Keith wrote a very good song called "courtesy of the red white and blue" about how the US responded to the attack's.

[@musicloverchiefsfan5410]

I agree! I'm a new sub and I am enjoying the channel. The Toby Keith song 'Courtesy of the Red White and Blue' should be on your short list. Keep up the good work!

[@hillhouse9870]

ROTC :), I am an old man who served in the 80s. They hit civilian targets which is unacceptable. Never forget. Music wise try some Tanya Tucker: San Antonio Stroll, or When I die. Peace

[@mark-be9mq]

Well said.

[@williambearden2790]

Alan Jackson is my favorite singer and I have all of his cds

[@lincolnlewis6979]

Just subbed to your channel (was frustrated by your He Stopped Loving Her reaction) but went to the comments are learned that you re-listened and got the meaning...I guess I can chalk it up to age (young people don't know what a wreath is 😊) any way, best of luck with your channel..you seem to be a beautiful soul...please react to "WHEN YOU SAY NOTHING AT ALL" by Alison Krauss...it will be greatly appreciated

[@bmx3539]

Love Alison and Union Station

[@shay8178]

Thank you for the support 🙏 and yeahhhh 😅 am just an idiot for not catching on with He Stopped Loving Her Today, it's such a beautiful song I didn't do it justice, and I love Alison Krauss and Union Station!!! but I don't think I've heard that song before 🤔 I definitely need to check it out! Thank you so much for the song suggestion

[@rocksteady20101]

THANK YOU

[@marilynrivera7731]

I drove into 911 it was 9ish .very personal to me I left 13 yrs later and my neighbors of 13 yrs .I said good buy to them one of the 3 children became a fire fighter and died on 911 .I saw this young man grow up.when I left NY he was waving at me with his K nine and I waved back .that was the last time I saw Lewis alive RIP will always remember him and 911

[@rodneybrewer7246]

@Shay, we all become New Yorkers on that faithful day 🙌 🙏 😪

[@chlupl]

Any of us who were around remember exactly where we were. I was about your age in college. Looking back, what is more painful then that day is all the coming generations who don't remember life before it. The world changed in this country and it wasn't for the best. It was a time before mass surveillance, government fusion centers, the patriot act, two decades of war, NSA, invasion of banking and employment privacy....

[@gregfarmer707]

Wow! Great reaction

[@ufochaser5188]

Hey Shay! New sub here keep up the great job!! Much Love - Jason

[@shay8178]

Thank you Jason!!

[@ufochaser5188]

@@shay8178 Yw! Have a good day 😎

[@jerricocke987]

I can definitely recommend a duet with Alan Jackson and George strait called murder on music row two of the greatest country music singers of my time. I would also recommend Chattahoochee Alan Jackson and it's 5:00 somewhere.

[@twanajoyhildebrecht9718]

I know you're such a sweetheart but I don't know if you know you're such a sweetheart thank you for your reaction thank you for your video please bless us with more videos 🥰😍💖❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥

[@nascarandrew]

the one thing that i love about this song is the key lyric of where were you when the world stopped because it did i was five years old when it happened and literally did stop its not joke

[@christienegrete7616]

❤️🤍💙Best Wishes on your journey. Thank you❤️🤍💙

[@jim3446]

God bless you ma'am.... Just subbed

[@shay8178]

Thank you Jim for your support ❤️ I hope you have a lovely day

[@michealsanford3422]

Shay seeing how much you liked this I thought you would appreciate "till the last shot's fired" by Trace Adkins. Please look for the "live at the CMA's" with the West Point Glee Club.

[@tonybarnett1158]

I was 34 at the time. Asleep when the first tower was hit. My girlfriend Jenny woke me up: we watched the rest unfold.

[@Kevin-dn8qe]

New subscriber. If you want a happier song by Alan Jackson, you should check out "Chattahoochee". Or It's Five O'Clock Somewhere" with Jimmy Buffett. Try some Buffett, too. You won't be disappointed.

[@danielcrow4247]

Enjoy your reactions. Something different you might check out is a band of young sibling called Liliac ( pronounced Lil e ack ) There video of Sail Away has them playing rock, then a an orchestra joins them, and later a choir.

[@kp-zr1vc]

Shay’s a baddie. She’s not afraid of anything

[@richardgreens7510]

I was at work and turned on the radio and at first they didn't know what really happened they just knew something had happened in NY a very sad day

[@shay8178]

man I can't imagine hearing news like that- it's chilling

[@richardgreens7510]

@@shay8178 it wasn't fun at all the scary thing was we didn't know if that it was the beginning of a war if with who or if there were more things getting ready to happen [not fun]

[@P-M-869]

This is like those of us who were alive when President John F Kennedy was assassinated. You always remember. "9th Grade English class in Ormond Beach, FL". 9/11 I was working for NYS, in a tower building in Albany NY. The planes who struck the towers would have used my building to know when to turn south.

[@hanssolo8795]

Even if its off channel watch the official video of this song too.

[@matthewking7960]

Check out “Drive” by Alan Jackson it’s another great song by him

[@warrenburlingame1172]

Alan hesitated releasing this. He didn't want people to think he was trying to make money from this tragedy

[@dominickthornburghakaTRG]

I know you like George Jones now, and Alan Jackson did a duet with him it's called It's Been A Good Year For The Roses.

[@gregosterholt394]

Lost my brother in the first tower An watched it on tv, didn’t know

[@meliniefortier1054]

💕💕💕💕💝💝✌✌

[@jamescofer3261]

I'm sure that echo was unintentional.

[@bobharp3492]

Hello I'm new great song and reaction now you need to experience , voice play accapella group, the song oogie boogie from the nightmare before Christmas. Vp is a top talent group with the top bass Geoff castelluchi he also has a channel check it out you will love it and accapella draws people

[@leoancherani2223]

Hello👋 I just subscribed to your channel today, I also just gave you a clicker.👍👌

[@shay8178]

Thank you :)

[@EverythingCountry]

I really like the channel so far! Could you react to Gunpowder and Lead by Miranda Lambert? A crazy, upbeat country song but you might like it! :)

[@shay8178]

Definitely!! And thank you for your support!

[@EverythingCountry]

@@shay8178 Thanks in advance!

[@EverythingCountry]

@@shay8178 Any update on that? Haha

[@kennethskeen6262]

Hello Shey if you get a chance can you please review Trace Adkins SEMPER FI and thank you so much

[@claytonrolfnehring8119]

Please watch "drive (for daddy gene)" by alan jackson

[@jamesknight6705]

React to Have you forgotten by Darrell Worley.

[@Hoss0068]

gotta fix the echo :)

[@30pvfd]

Try it with full gear on did it first 911 stair climb kick my butt

[@shay8178]

Man, I can't imagine 😅 I struggled so much with just my PTs but I definitely want to be able to do it with the extra weight at some point! To become as strong as the people who did such an incredible task