You all made my day,

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The Heartfelt Melody of Frank Watkinson: A Christmas Tune to Remember KZbin’s Favorite Granddad Reaches a Million Milestone and Shares a Song That Warms Hearts Across the Globe In a world where musical sensations often come packaged in slick productions and viral campaigns, Frank Watkinson’s quiet rise to prominence is a refreshing testament to authenticity and warmth. The 71-year-old British musician, affectionately known as KZbin’s favorite granddad, recently celebrated a monumental achievement-the coveted KZbin Gold Creator Award for surpassing one million subscribers. In his latest video, Watkinson showcased the plaque with humble pride and offered a special gift to his fans: a heartfelt Christmas song that embodies nostalgia and familial love. As the video opens, Watkinson, joined by his cat Rolo, introduces a tune that he describes as a work-in-progress. The song’s debut resonates with fans as an anthem of togetherness, imbued with simple yet profound lyrics and Frank’s signature blend of sincerity and understated charm. A Song That Embraces the Season Watkinson’s new Christmas song is a tender ode to the season, combining imagery of winter landscapes, familial gatherings, and long-held traditions. His lyrics capture a wistful yearning for loved ones who may be far away, layered over delicate guitar strumming: I wish that it would snow tonight, wake up in the morning to a blanket of white. Oh, that would be such a beautiful sight,all soft and glistening, all that could be just the best thing. I’d like to look up into the night sky, and catch a glimpse of Santa way up on high. And I’ve given him a long wave as he passes by to the sound of the sleigh bells ring, oh, that could be just the best thing. With verses weaving scenes of carolers singing, the glow of granddad dozing by the fire, and aromatic hints of holiday feasts, the song evokes a deep sense of warmth and longing. I wish you could be here tonight, at home with your family. I know it isn’t easy now, you’re living overseas. Keep hoping you’ll surprise me every time the doorbell rings. If you were here for Christmas, that would be just the best thing. A Plaque That Reflects a Community’s Love Receiving the one-million-subscriber Gold Creator Award marked a significant milestone for Watkinson, who began sharing his music online as a personal project. The plaque shone in his hands, glistening as a testament to his dedication and the support of fans who see him as more than a musician-a comforting presence in their digital lives. Fan reactions underscored this sentiment: “Mr Frank… those plaques are nothing compared to the joy you bring to us on the regular. You’re deserving of so much more in contrast to all we receive! God bless you, good sir!” commented Scott, under the username @jangles1839. Another admirer, @Nina-fg3wv, echoed the warmth: “Yes, you are our favorite granddad. You deserve so much more, Sir.” The outpouring of love and admiration reinforces why Watkinson’s musical journey is so special-it’s fueled by genuine connection and shared emotion. The Legacy of a Granddad’s Gift Watkinson’s Christmas song is more than a melody; it’s a heartfelt reminder of the bonds that sustain us, especially during the festive season. His million-subscriber plaque is a symbol of collective appreciation, but it’s his storytelling and the personal touch that make fans feel seen and cherished. As Frank himself wryly remarked, if every subscriber were to donate, he might disappear from KZbin as a “new millionaire.” Yet, what remains abundantly clear is that his viewers would rather keep their favorite granddad right where he is-singing, strumming, and sharing pieces of his heart with the world.

[@FrankWatkinson]

Thank you , reading this choked me up a little, i am aware of the pure love i am receiving i'm sure money can't buy that. i will pin this comment for everyone to see.

[@whatapurrrrfectday]

This is beautiful ❤

[@jangles1839]

Mr Frank.... those plaques are nothing compared to the joy you bring to us on the regular. You're deserving of so much more in contrast to all we receive! God bless you good sir! ~ Scott 💙🙏🏻

[@doggystyly]

Frank is golden

[@imfullabeans5472]

0:46 THE LIL KISS FOLLOWED BY THE SMALLEST "meoww" IS SOOO FREAKING CUTE

[@speedy8181]

yeahhhh sooooo trueeeee

[@kpdelaney6460]

Lmao ❤

[@T2266]

Good day Frank. Thanks for all the music. And that's a big cat.

[@Nina-fg3wv]

0:04 yes you are our favorite granddad. You deserve so much more Sir.

[@МаркМарк-т9в]

i rly like it too. id become so shy

[@BredoBrado]

grampa? He is younger than the teenagers of this period

[@angrageous]

I started my day as a US citizen watching my normal independent news channels, and you swooped in and returned my brain to peace. Subscribing to you was one of my top moves in 2024. Donating to you is well more worth donating to any politician. Sold!

[@Minlaroo]

I'm a US citizen also. I feel exactly the same way that you do about Frank. He brightens my day. ✨😊

[@JeanCarlos-tv5lr]

Boa tarde eu aqui no Brasil tá bem complicado é só o Frank com esse talento que Senhor nos deu pra nós renovar e vibrar positivamente 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@galibhossainpriyo8828]

Congratulations grandpa Frank. On bad days I often find myself listening to your music and it calms me down. Thank you for existing and much love to you.

[@stealthiestboy]

What a big chonker! Thank you for what you've done. We all appreciate your time and presence. Here's hoping to many more wonderful years.

[@vitovazz]

Good morning, Frank! So happy for the 1 million subscribers! It's a pleasure to be here, hope your day goes well! And that's a big cat.

[@leandrobauch1187]

I’m a lawyer and musician approaching my 40s. I see your channel and it makes me want to do it for as long as I can. You are a inspiration Ps.: I also was the guy who asked for a version of “Under the folding branches”, originally by The Veils, which was perfect. All the best!

[@FrankWatkinson]

i had to go back and listen, my mics are so much better now.

[@leandrobauch1187]

@ we sure wouldn’t mind another version! Hahaha! But the first one is amazing for me.

[@jamezgamez69]

sir, your music brings a tear to my eyes every time i hear you and i hope to see more of you on youtube. you truly are an honour to support. thanks, you are my favourite granddad

[@oliechris823]

I could imagine hearing your song on a heartfelt Hallmark Christmas show where a young child wakes up in a humble cottage in the country, with their grandparents tending the fireplace and preparing breakfast 💖

[@minidonuts9286]

Love you Frank!!! Thanks for being my third grand dad🥹🫶🏼❤️🩷

[@K4IG3R]

Oh, to be loved by a cat.. no greater gift in the world. My beloved boy passed away two days ago and hearing lil man go "meow" so gently reminded me of him. You are amazing Mr. Frank! ❤

[@chillnophone2024]

I'm sorry for your loss. ❤

[@Enox66]

❤

[@_.b34n1e._]

Frank, you’re such a sweet soul. That joke literally brightened my day. You deserve both of those trophies, honestly. Your music is truly beautiful, and I really appreciate your content. You’re really amazing, and this was quite a precious kickstart to my day. Listening to this alone soothed me quite a bit. 💚

[@BabyBalrog_RJTC]

Cheers on 1mil subscribers, Frank! You've earned it

[@aneane33]

I’m glad the algorithms brought me here a year ago. Thank you, Frank, for your music and kindness. Greetings from Brazil. ❤🎶

[@denisemichelesimsek48]

You are the best thing, Frank! Thank you for sharing with us how wonderful you are. ❤

[@johnzapetis574]

Blessings on your continued success! Cheers from America! Your gentle play and tone tap into and resonate with so many! Thank God for you!

[@efknox]

Well deserved Frank. I find myself experiencing a calm peace when I hear your music. It's greatly appreciated

[@karu9591]

Mr. Frank, I appreciate and respect you very much. Besides being super talented, you transmit a beautiful energy of tranquility and wisdom. Thank you for always sharing!

[@paytonday3421]

The play button is shimmering gold. But you're the raining diamonds of a foreign planet to us! Your milestone will not be forgotten!! We love you with all our hearts grandpa Frank!! And cute little kitty!! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@toniannkashata4679]

So elated for you! God bless! Well deserved! Much love from New York. ❤

[@RadRavioli]

Thank you for being such a shining light in these dark times, Frank! You deserve all the accolades and more! Your voice is so beautiful!

[@lizethdelarosa4462]

Congrats on your golden plaque 🙌 Thanks for showing us your Christmas song. It's beautiful ❤ You deserve a lot of love and good things, Frank! Sending you a warm hug from México 🇲🇽

[@crympson123]

Sounds Great Frank! Congratulations on your success!! I really enjoy your Songs! Here's to many more! God Bless You ❤ Jim

[@Virtual-Media]

Congratulations on your well deserved award! That is a huge cat, and thank you for inspiring us with your humor, observations and music..

[@krielkip]

Touching, wonderful, Thanks Frank ❤

[@xara_joy]

Good evening from Greece! Thank you for your music, Frank 🎶

[@user-br2bh9fu3i]

so happy for u frank! you deserve the best thank you for allowing us to see your talent❤️

[@angelzxcai]

we appreciate your videos so much and your hardwork. sending so many prayers and blessings! love your music and personality .thank you for sharing your love and joy of music and everything around you with us. appreciate it!! 💗💗

[@МаркМарк-т9в]

Thank a lot Mr Frank! I wish we all could just sit nearly and listen ur stories, music..

[@HannahCope88]

Ahh you got it, that's amazing! Huge congrats Frank! Beautiful Christmas song 😊

[@MissKulasa]

Soooo beautiful 🎶♥️🎶...Thanks for that ! 🙋👋😘💞

[@naianolan2273]

what a chunky cat!! your videos are such a bright spot in life. i hope your life is filled with many more blessings 🩷🩷🩷

[@va1445]

Congratulations on the 1M subs!! Well deserved - thank you for brightening our days with your talent and your personality. Also, your cat is astounding!♥

[@sibeleskiocak7520]

Congratulations Uncle Frank. You so deserved it🎉🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@KatharineRoslof]

Congratulations Frank on a million subscribers!!🎉 ❤Extremely well deserved. You give so much joy to so many, which is what this plaque represents, as well as the love we have for you. We are all so proud of you 😊

[@piratelady8771]

Golden just like your heart, Frank. You really do deserve it. You do incredible work. Your music makes me and so many others feel inspired and happier every day. 🩷

[@YukiShadowFS]

Me and my family moved overseas away from most of my family when I was 6, and me and my family go back to visit them every 3 years. 7:26 this part in the verse made me tear up thinking about how much I miss them. Love your music, thank you ❤

[@Liam00004]

I think we’re going to have to start a petition to get this to Christmas number one another beautiful song frank and a very well deserved million subscribers ❤️

[@mardansalam6261]

I enjoy when you sing, when you talk, and even when you're silent.. I love you Frank🖤🦋..!

[@figard9855]

You are amazing Mr. Frank! God Bless you!

[@manny3655]

We Love ya Frank. From The Good 'ole USA. God Bless, my friend and congratulations!

[@summersnowflake2865]

Much much much much much much love ❤️ I'm so happy for you and I hope you'll upload many more covers and original songs ❤️

[@serenhill8849]

Thank you so much for your music! Recently, it’s been the only thing that helps me unwind and relax after long days to get me ready for bed. I hope you’re well and having a lovely day 🥰

[@lain7777]

Morning Frank! I'm really happy for you that you got 1 MILLION subs! Have a merry jolly christmas Frank.

[@incollalios4801]

You are so sweet, we all love hearing your music, keep doing what you love!

[@aminaanaeva6150]

Hey grandad🥰back to hear your warmth and cuddles through songs yet again 😍❤️

[@enchantedkittenn]

I’m so happy to have found you and your channel, Frank. Your soul is a bright spot these past rough couple of weeks. Thank you for what you do!! Excited to hear and watch more ☺️

[@yapoverde]

I love you Frank! thank you for sharing your talent with us ♥

[@hannahholmes892]

Thank you for being the Granddad I need! My Pawpaw was the only positive male role model I had growing up and he passed away 12 years ago. You remind me of him and it helps to fill that hole in my heart! Keep on making these lovely videos! ❤

[@speedy8181]

we all absolutely love your jokes, more of those please gramps!!~ we all love you! the Christmas song will be my favorite one this year!!!

[@holytramp3976]

You are our favourite granddad! Thanks for all your videos and your songs and thank you just for being here :)

[@quilak]

Thank you for being here for all of us, Frank! :) Your songs and your person have cheered me up so often already. And huge congratulations for 1 million subscribers, you deserve it! :))

[@judithecarlton]

That song was beautiful!! Thank you for sharing! So happy for you on 1M!!!😃😄 also thanks for making us laugh 😆😂

[@northsideservice-pd6cc]

Thank you Frank . And Congratulations 😊

[@sophiavelonza1118]

good evening from the Philippines! thank you for you existence, Mr. Frank! 🩵 may your days be filled with light 🦋✨

[@soooof2212]

good morning frank, we all love you

[@sarahhalo1261]

Congratulations Frank , my husband and I adore your videos thankyou so much for starting this channel xx

[@edanuradanur]

thank you frank! We love you as grandfather.💕

[@anna1.2.3.]

I absolutely love the ending of the song!! And thank you for being a calm and lovely place for us to watch ❤❤

[@rebeccajourney3183]

We love you Mr. Frank❤ I didn't realize KZbin gave awards! Kudos! So happy for you (not surprised). You've found your audience! Loved the Christmas 🎄 song!

[@katiedickson0820]

I too have a chunky cat on a diet 😅 I rescue and foster cats/kittens ❤Congratulations on your Gold Play Button!!! Thank YOU for being so wonderful, kind, and generous with yourself. Your genuine and wholesome demeanour and your songs are making people smile across the world 🥰

[@MatheusPetrocelio]

Hugs from Brazil Frank!!! Thank you for your music. Love when you cover sad songs. All the best

[@1HPBlues]

Congrats and thank you for the full version of song! amazing tune.

[@maxineguttmann5407]

You’re incredible. Thank you for all you do. We also have a large cat!

[@bellab7719]

Hey grandpa Frank. I‘m so happy for you for the 1 Million subs! Lots of love from Germany!

[@annamichaud9779]

WE LOVE YOU GRANDPA FRANK❤ huge congrats!!!!! keep singing and being amazing

[@Ilovemycatnamedyuki]

aww Frank we love you

[@thenittingnurse]

WOW 🙀! So very Happy & Thrilled to bits for you ❤! How Amazing is this?! You deserve it. You have brought us so much happiness and to see that big, beautiful smile on your face as you hold those 2 plaques is wonderful. Don't ever worry about offending anyone or holding back. These days no one has a sense of humor due to the woke movement but I am sure your subscribers are normal folks that appreciate a good joke regardless. Your Christmas song is lovely! I would love to hear a little more jingle at the end (as you had in the beginning). It's a very emotional song. Oh I am in America and we are doing great 👍. At least I think so 😉. God Bless you Frank, congratulations on your amazing accomplishments & achievements. Can't wait for your next video.

[@CarmichaelTheIII]

One of the most well deserved Play Buttons! Congratulations!!!

[@therealmorganofficial]

Well deserved Frank! You have such talent and heart.

[@kjbaran]

Love on your head Frank, from all the way across the ocean!

[@cielpon]

Good day Frank! I love your music❤ You are the best👍

[@thomasbabcock5174]

Love your song Frank, I hope Marshall can run faster than Rolo, he's bigger than Marshall..Lol 😂 Thanks for making us laugh and smile my friend,hope you and your furry friends have a wonderful day. Your channel is so full of Love from everyone,what a great community you've created.😊 Much Love From OHIO. ❤❤😊😊

[@FrankWatkinson]

Thank you Tom.

[@thomasbabcock5174]

@FrankWatkinson Thank you,Frank. 😊 ❤️

[@Ajjeana1]

🎉Congrats to you sir! 🎉 Have a great day! And lovely song too! Just made my day! ♥️🥰♥️

[@jenereviensjamais]

When you think about it, there are two beautiful things in this Universe: stars and music. The addition of the two produces love. You send us a lot of love and it makes us feel good. Thank you for everything Frank.

[@-O_O-.]

woohoo! congratulations to our favorite internet grandad! 🎉

[@rn0055]

Congrats to you, Frank. You are deserving of the recognition for what you have done. I listened to your cover of Hero the other day and it lifted me up when I was down. You win both ways, for your audience and for what impact you give to others when it is hidden from you. So Thank You!

[@SenNeck]

Great song Frank!! So happy to hear an original! Congratulations on your Million subs!

[@littleonekat]

Congratulations Frank, thank you for the beautiful music ❤

[@the7wondersoftheuniverse154]

Frank, I love listening your music when I'm on break at work. It's very soothing and it feels like I have a buddy. So happy you could meet your goal. Let's hope you meet some more! Congratulations!

[@Elephant-Funeral]

You deserve them, Frank!! Thank you so much for brightening up our worlds with your talent!!!❤

[@gonzalo.encinasj]

Congratulations, and thank you for your beautiful songs.

[@smittoria]

To me you are among the truest musicians, I believe you when you play ❤

[@Tori.lalala]

You deserve it so very much. I am genuinely so happy for you! You always make my day and I honestly hope you’ll keep going forever :)

[@Aubrie_B00]

YOU DESERVE IT! We look up to you as a grandad when I'm in desperate times or notice I'm starting to "spiral out" I'll take a minute and play one of your videos to come back to earth 🌎

[@youtuvi7452]

I don't have words, just want to say I appreciate you and your music!

[@panayiotisantipas881]

Gongrats for the 1M subscribers sir Frank! You deserve it 100%. Your music is so beautiful and make us all happy and inspire us to be better people. You 're a real diamond for this world. Keep up what 're doing!

[@amauryds833]

Hello! I found ur music months ago and I’ve been listening on repeat every single day while walking to school. You are really amazing with great talent!

[@familyaccount8228]

What is it called when a tree takes some time off? …Paid leaf.

[@FrankWatkinson]

lol/

[@scar1582]

frank that joke made me laugh don’t worry! so happy the plaque came, beyond deserved! thank YOU for sharing your talent with us all ❤

[@vma77]

You keep doing you, Frank. Don’t worry about what anybody else wants or not. You’re amazing!

[@flobot0713]

You're a wonderful person Frank, thank you for sharing your peaceful soul with all of us. I wish you and that chunky kitty😂 the best in life 🎉❤🎉

[@BigSirZebras]

Congrats Frank! keep it up! I love hearing you play!

[@myhappyclan]

I'm so honored to be alive at the same time as you. You just have the most beautiful voice and guitar playing. It brings tears to my eyes every time I hear you. Thank you for sharing your gift with us. What a wonderful time to be alive ❤

[@chismosnya]

i havent picked up my guitar in a few months but everytime i watch your videos it makes me want to play and today i finally did lol congrats on the plaque! :-)

[@angelicalandichoph]

Thank you so much for your music, sir Frank! ❤❤❤❤

[@randolfducanes1028]

We love you, Frank!!! 💖