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Rob told us on a livestream that when they recorded American Pie, he mentioned to Don McLean that Vincent was at the top of his al time favorite songs. Don McLean responded,Well,then let's do it. This is how this wonderful rendition came to be. Thanks Jen!!
A huge statement has been reinforced numerous times over the last half dozen years when notorious artists have collaborated with Home Free in singing legacy hits and in several cases have reached out to Home Free. Home Free has shown extraordinary respect to these artists to the point there is mutual respect and admiration that is very visible both ways. Home Free is a very humble group of guys who know how to pay their respects as they showcase these well-respected and well-known artists. Just wow, and we are the benefactors of this wonderful trust as they deliberately give each other and us a chance to enjoy once again a freshness to the decades that gone on before us with a wonderful tribute. Home Free is showing the industry a strong core value of High Regard, Strong Consideration, Attentiveness, High Opinion, and Due Regard for those who have set the stage for the music we enjoy today. Thank You Home Free, for your leadership by action that we all admire and appreciate doing things the right way!!!!! Notice the portrait at the end the center one has Don and Home Free amongst the ones hanging on the wall they are looking at. The warmth that Home Free brings to the song backing up Don is simply so pleasing to the ear!! ❣ Well done Jenn!!💟
I, too, cried the first time I saw this. Everything about the song is lovely and sweet even though the subject is difficult. The blending of Don, Austin, and Rob’s voices was amazing. Thanks, Jen!
Don McLean has been singing this beautiful song for over 50 years and it’s often made me cry. I knew I was in trouble when I realised Home Free was covering it with him but I still wasn't prepared for how good it is. It's such a perfect way of telling Van Goghs story and they are such wonderful storytellers. Nice to see you reacting to Home Free again.
Hard to believe Don McLean has been singing this song for more than 50 years, and his voice is as rich and emotional as it has ever been. The addition of Home Free is stunning, and it makes me tear up too! ❤🎶
This is so gorgeous. It's so impressive that Don invited them to back him on the re-release of his two most iconic songs. They also back him on the title song of his new album, American Boys. There's an audio-only video on Don's channel. It's a bop.
This song has always had a special place in my heart. As an artist with a love for Van Gogh, it has always made me teary eyed. Don created a masterpiece with this and his soft tones always elicited emotions for me. But this time, with Rob's gentle tenor blending with Don's...I cried and I still cry hearing it. From what I understand, Don wrote it at a tough time in his life after reading a book about Van Gogh and wanted to express the paintings as well as portraying Vincent not as crazy but a person dealing with mental illness and depression at at time when there was no understanding of it. Rob said it is one of his all time favorite songs and is shows in the fact that he was able in his gentle tones to express the sadness of the loss of the artist. Plus Rob's voice and tone are so close to Don's, as if Rob's voice is almost a younger version of Don's. So I get the teary eyes...I'm right there with you.
Many years ago I took Art History in college from a professor that mostly used slide shows to portray the different art movements and influences in a way that was very easy to follow. When he covered Van Gogh we could tell he really admired him - he got a little emotional talking about his death and his delayed influence. Then he said we could leave at any time and re-showed all of Van Gogh's art set to 'Vincent', crying quietly. Most of us hugged him on our way out.
This song evokes many emotions. Tears. Goosies. And sighs, because it is sooo beautiful. Home Free & Don McLean--a match made in singing heaven. Nuff said.
Thanks Jen, without a lot of singing, I think this was one of their best with a guest star! I haven’t heard if this song with Home Free was Don’s idea as well but their arrangement was extraordinary! Rob was exactly what the song called for with Don. No matter if Vincent was disturbed or if he just couldn’t express himself well, I think Don’s words captured the delicate subject perfectly, almost as the beautiful paintings he was known for! Very touching song and great respect from our friends, Home Free! Your friend, low bass Kenneth.
I absolutely loved it! It’s so good. Don sounds great for 78! And the boys backing him up were wonderful. Rob killed it. Loved the paintings behind them and then putting them in a painting was incredible. Good one Jen!😍😄
Jen - This by far is my favorite Cover/Collab from HF. The tragic story behind the song is so emotional yet so tragically sweet. I loved Don's solo version so much but this rendition places this song in my all time top five. It speaks to all of us about the inherent dangers of depression and what it can lead to. We know so many in our everyday lives who are experiencing this dreaded disease in one level or more. None of use are immune to it sad to say.
The masterful poetry and gentle, loving simplicity of the melody and the real tragedy behind the song never ever failed to bring tears in my eyes. I love it but don't listen to it too often because of the emotional impact it has on me. Somehow this version is even more impactfull. Usually I avoid covers but with HF it's different, they treat the songs they cover always with so much respect. They always add to the song without hurting the original which is exceptionally rare nowadays.
I thought HF's cover of American Pie with Don McLean to celebrate that song's 50th anniversary was incredible, but I think I like this one even more. They have such a fantastic sound together, it's as if they've always worked this way! Don's voice still sounds like it did on his original release, and Rob again shows he is such a chameleon, adapting his tone to fit the song's emotion perfectly. Another lovely reaction, Jen, and by all means, let the emotions flow over and through you. Great music touches the soul! Looking forward to the next one. 🤗
Anytime you get Home Free singing with Don McLean it is absolutely phenomenal. Rob's tone matches so well with Don's. They are on Don's new album in one of the songs. I always enjoy watching and listening to your reaction and analysis of them.
Don McLean's voice is still terrific & his lyrics are sheer poetry. Home Free are the perfect collaborators. Their singing & harmonies are incomparable and they always keep the spotlight on the other artist and the artist's concept of their music. BTW, I so want a copy of the picture at the end in which they're literally absorbed.
I love how the guys respect Don McLean so much. He is older now and might not be able to get those high notes any more, so Austin takes those passages for him and the rest hang back just being the backing vocals for a musical legend. I cried as well. I always loved this song.
Home Free has invented a whole new musicality, using voices like an orchestra of instrumentals. So far from 4 part harmony with blending completely uniquely! Humble talent loving the music!
Jen, thank you for a Wonderful reaction to this beautiful song. Don McLean is such a Amazing songwriter. When I listened to this in the early 70s I did not really listen to the lyrics close enough, the lyrics are so amazing. Anything with Home Free is my go to !!!
Jen, these gents always are about the craft but also about making us feel the song, and boy those lyrics, still get to me after 52 years. Austin & Rob harmonies, we gotta enjoy them while we can. Classic song given the Home Free upgrade treatment. Sir Paul McCartny once called this "the perfect song" high praise from such a prolific & respected songwriter
I have so many emotions that I'm at a loss for words. If I had them, they'd match your analysis Jen. Thank you so much for bringing this to us! Now I'm going to go have a good cry.
This song brought me to tears the night i unsealed the album way back when, and Don's magic is still there. Adding Homefree only made it stronger. I knew I'd be testing another pack of tissues. Thanks Jenn (edit, for typo)
Thanks for your reaction & analysis. Nice top! This is such a great song by Don McLean! He originally did it in 1972. What a great remake with Home Free! Rob's voice is perfect for this song. Such a beautiful tribute to the sad life of the painter Vincent Van Gogh. He suffered from depression & committed suicide. He never saw any success during his life. But now his paintings are worth millions of dollars.
Psych RN here. It was more than just depression. Experts say he likely had schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder. With major depressive disorder or bipolar present also. He would go days without sleeping-characteristic of bipolar mania. He’s my favorite painter. What a gifted man…thanks, Vincent. Thank you.
This is such a beautiful, tragic and emotional song. Rob brought me to tears the first time listening and every time since then. To me it feels like he puts so much childlike innocence in his voice for this song and at the same time his voice wraps you in like a warm blanket (if that makes sense).
They did a stunning job on this one, in every single instance of it. So emotional, beautiful, and thought provoking, yet so heart opening and freeing. Tears run and chills appear all over, every single time I listened to it. Amazing reaction and analysis, Jen. Thanks!
Don Mclean still got it and he sings great. Don and Home Free did a great job together. Rob and Austin did a great job. The harmonies are great. I love Home Free and they are my favorite group. I like your reactions to Don Mclean and Home Free. Vincent is my first time hearing this song. I like this song.
Music is supposed to elicit emotions, and this collaboration certainly does that. There are more 'a capella hands' in this video than in most, and I love to see that. That is the real reason for front pockets on their pants - to keep their thumbs hostage so they can't direct. And Chance's pockets never let his go. But I expect that Adam's are screaming at him to "MOVE" since he uses them to visualize his percussion so much.
Love this beautiful song, beautifully sung by Don and Home Free. I think that tears come to my eyes every time I listen to this. So meaningful and lovely! What a combo: my favorite artist, my favorite group, and a very perceptive, talented, wonderful song writer and singer!
Great reaction, Jen! It is a beautiful song but a sad one, sneaking up on you when the tears start appearing. One of the things I love most about Home Free is that the words of a song are rarely eclipsed; the way they present each piece lets you really hear the words as well as the music, allowing you to experience the whole song.
I know nothing about music but I have loved this song since I first heard it when it came out. This would be ruined with too much embellishment. The melody and the lyrics are perfection. Brings forth so many emotions. To just sing it clean and let the words speak for themselves is enough. This was very well done.
One of my favs. Rob also got to me. So beautiful. Your reaction, as always is fabulous. Just got a ticket to see Don this Saturday in Clearwater FL for his Starry Starry Night Tour.
Truly phenomenal! What a voice Don McLean still has! And of course Austin also sang great, but Rob's voice is just perfect for this song. His voice so warm, soft as silk and full of emotion. The quiet not overwhelming background vocals and guitar playing complete it for me. It's the same beautiful song as my youth, but with the Home Free twist it's something different. A beautiful song where I, of course, as a Dutch person, know the history of Vincent van Gogh well. I lived not far from his birthplace for a while. If I could, I would have given Don McLean and Home Free a bouquet of sunflowers in memory of Vincent. The sunflower one of his most famous paintings 🌻 💖 💖💖💖💖💖
While I’ve likely heard this song, given my age, it never caught my attention. What a beautifully written song arranged and performed here in a way that is felt just as much as it is heard. Great job by all of these guys and Rob really shines. The artistry of these lyrics makes me think I need to go back and revisit more of Don McClean’s work. Great job, Jen. I think we tend to feel more connected when we see others feel the same things we do. ❤
Jennifer! Staying caught up! And look at your hair today! Getting nicely long again and looking great! Home Free ... well I already know it's going to be a good video. LOVE the start! Don is in the forefront and the boys are just softly backing him up. Oh! Bless you! 😊 And at 6:59 ... tears! Where are those tissues! 🧻 At 15:17 you're right that was a great shot of the boys. Well that was VERY enjoyable! Loved how the whole song much of what the boys contributed were BVs for Don. That was well done. And a great reaction and analysis (with real tears!) as always Jen.
I had the pleasure of seeing Don McLean sing this song in concert two years ago. It happened to be Van Gogh's birthday, so it was a special day. I bought this album (American Pie) when I was a teenager when it first was released. "Empty Chairs" is another gem on it and his singing inspired the song "Killing Me Softly".
This was just beautiful and such a well thought out collaboration. There was nothing to distract from the music and the background vocals and harmonies were extremely tasteful. They let Don shine and really lifted his heartfelt vocals, the emotion of it caught me off guard. Rob has just the most pure and lovely tone, I felt that he matched Don's delivery and melancholy as it is a bit of a forlorn tune lyrically. Great job by the guys all around and as always you are fun to watch Jen. I enjoyed your insights and energy for this one as I always do. Ty for the great vid.
This has to be one of my favorite reactions from you! In my opinion, this video and rendition is like a fine piece of art itself! It flows so beautifully and it definitely touches my soul. I am so happy Don recorded this with them! It’s total perfection!
I fell in love with this song when it premiered while I was in high school. This rendition made me fall in love with it all over again. I'm right there with you tearing up - always have been, always will be. Such a sad, stunning piece of music. Thanks for the informative reaction, as always.
When artists bring tears to you, then you know they have succeeded, big time. I'm old enough to remember when Don hi the charts and, briefly dominated with just two songs. This arrangement is magic.
I always knew this song as “Starry Starry Night” so I didn’t realize what song is was at first. Such a beautiful sad song. Dad loved this song and would have been in love with this cover.
I remember when this song came out and thought how beautiful a song for Don to write just from reading a book of the life and times of Vincent Van Gogh. Thank you Don !
Loved your informed reaction. Hadn’t noticed the looks on Tim and the two Adams when they dropped out until you pointed it out. The song was made even more meaningful. Thank you!
Before, or immediately after this video, I always have to watch the Dr Who, Vincent museum scene. 😢. If the song doesn’t make me cry, that scene will. So beautiful.
Adam wasn't an alien (I love when he sings). Tim and Chance stayed in normal human vocal ranges. Mr. McLean sounded amazing. Rob sounded like a young Mr. McLean. And Austin was our angel. It was a perfect loving tribute and a beautiful lullaby-like moment.
After they’d done AMERICAN PIE, I was so hoping they’d do “VINCENT”…it’s such a Beautiful &, Sad song … &, they all did such an Amazing job of it ♥️‼️♥️
Vincent has been my absolute favorite painter since the early '70's and this song has been at the top of my all time list too. It would have been regardless of my feelings about Van Gough's art. The song is just awesome. And let me say good for Rob for mentioning the song to Don.
I remember when the first Van Gogh show came to the Guggenheim in NY in ‘63. Went with my art teacher, Mr Levine who was the kindest person ever. I was blown away and still have my Room in Arles poster from that show!
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Rob told us on a livestream that when they recorded American Pie, he mentioned to Don McLean that Vincent was at the top of his al time favorite songs. Don McLean responded,Well,then let's do it. This is how this wonderful rendition came to be. Thanks Jen!!
Thanks for sharing the story. :)
Ah that’s amazing! Thank you 😁
Rob sang this with his heart ❤️. & Don knew it.🥰
A huge statement has been reinforced numerous times over the last half dozen years when notorious artists have collaborated with Home Free in singing legacy hits and in several cases have reached out to Home Free. Home Free has shown extraordinary respect to these artists to the point there is mutual respect and admiration that is very visible both ways. Home Free is a very humble group of guys who know how to pay their respects as they showcase these well-respected and well-known artists. Just wow, and we are the benefactors of this wonderful trust as they deliberately give each other and us a chance to enjoy once again a freshness to the decades that gone on before us with a wonderful tribute. Home Free is showing the industry a strong core value of High Regard, Strong Consideration, Attentiveness, High Opinion, and Due Regard for those who have set the stage for the music we enjoy today.
Thank You Home Free, for your leadership by action that we all admire and appreciate doing things the right way!!!!!
Notice the portrait at the end the center one has Don and Home Free amongst the ones hanging on the wall they are looking at. The warmth that Home Free brings to the song backing up Don is simply so pleasing to the ear!! ❣
Well done Jenn!!💟
I agree 100%, very well written !!
Love this post! Live Home Free!
I, too, cried the first time I saw this. Everything about the song is lovely and sweet even though the subject is difficult. The blending of Don, Austin, and Rob’s voices was amazing. Thanks, Jen!
Don McLean has been singing this beautiful song for over 50 years and it’s often made me cry. I knew I was in trouble when I realised Home Free was covering it with him but I still wasn't prepared for how good it is. It's such a perfect way of telling Van Goghs story and they are such wonderful storytellers. Nice to see you reacting to Home Free again.
Hard to believe Don McLean has been singing this song for more than 50 years, and his voice is as rich and emotional as it has ever been. The addition of Home Free is stunning, and it makes me tear up too! ❤🎶
Don selected wisely when he chose Home Free to work with. They bend so well lovely
I didn’t see anyone bend, but they do blend well. 😉
This is so gorgeous. It's so impressive that Don invited them to back him on the re-release of his two most iconic songs. They also back him on the title song of his new album, American Boys. There's an audio-only video on Don's channel. It's a bop.
This song has always had a special place in my heart. As an artist with a love for Van Gogh, it has always made me teary eyed. Don created a masterpiece with this and his soft tones always elicited emotions for me. But this time, with Rob's gentle tenor blending with Don's...I cried and I still cry hearing it. From what I understand, Don wrote it at a tough time in his life after reading a book about Van Gogh and wanted to express the paintings as well as portraying Vincent not as crazy but a person dealing with mental illness and depression at at time when there was no understanding of it. Rob said it is one of his all time favorite songs and is shows in the fact that he was able in his gentle tones to express the sadness of the loss of the artist. Plus Rob's voice and tone are so close to Don's, as if Rob's voice is almost a younger version of Don's. So I get the teary eyes...I'm right there with you.
Many years ago I took Art History in college from a professor that mostly used slide shows to portray the different art movements and influences in a way that was very easy to follow. When he covered Van Gogh we could tell he really admired him - he got a little emotional talking about his death and his delayed influence. Then he said we could leave at any time and re-showed all of Van Gogh's art set to 'Vincent', crying quietly. Most of us hugged him on our way out.
This song evokes many emotions. Tears. Goosies. And sighs, because it is sooo beautiful. Home Free & Don McLean--a match made in singing heaven. Nuff said.
Rob is an awesome singer.! He can sing any part of other people's song . Even Kenny Roger's. When Rob and Austin did that part I got chills.!
Thanks Jen, without a lot of singing, I think this was one of their best with a guest star! I haven’t heard if this song with Home Free was Don’s idea as well but their arrangement was extraordinary! Rob was exactly what the song called for with Don. No matter if Vincent was disturbed or if he just couldn’t express himself well, I think Don’s words captured the delicate subject perfectly, almost as the beautiful paintings he was known for! Very touching song and great respect from our friends, Home Free! Your friend, low bass Kenneth.
From what I understand, when they did American Pie, Rob told Don that Vincent was his favorite song. Don said let's do it.
@@sallycripe2697 thanks, I had never heard either way!
I absolutely loved it! It’s so good. Don sounds great for 78! And the boys backing him up were wonderful. Rob killed it. Loved the paintings behind them and then putting them in a painting was incredible. Good one Jen!😍😄
Jen - This by far is my favorite Cover/Collab from HF. The tragic story behind the song is so emotional yet so tragically sweet.
I loved Don's solo version so much but this rendition places this song in my all time top five. It speaks to all of us about the inherent dangers of depression and what it can lead to. We know so many in our everyday lives who are experiencing this dreaded disease in one level or more. None of use are immune to it sad to say.
The masterful poetry and gentle, loving simplicity of the melody and the real tragedy behind the song never ever failed to bring tears in my eyes. I love it but don't listen to it too often because of the emotional impact it has on me.
Somehow this version is even more impactfull. Usually I avoid covers but with HF it's different, they treat the songs they cover always with so much respect. They always add to the song without hurting the original which is exceptionally rare nowadays.
With all of the tempo changes in this song, it's truly astounding that six people can be as tight as they are throughout this song. Such talent!!
I thought HF's cover of American Pie with Don McLean to celebrate that song's 50th anniversary was incredible, but I think I like this one even more. They have such a fantastic sound together, it's as if they've always worked this way! Don's voice still sounds like it did on his original release, and Rob again shows he is such a chameleon, adapting his tone to fit the song's emotion perfectly.
Another lovely reaction, Jen, and by all means, let the emotions flow over and through you. Great music touches the soul! Looking forward to the next one. 🤗
Such a beautiful performance. One of my favorites from Home Free.
Anytime you get Home Free singing with Don McLean it is absolutely phenomenal. Rob's tone matches so well with Don's. They are on Don's new album in one of the songs. I always enjoy watching and listening to your reaction and analysis of them.
Such a voice for a seventy something lead, and let us not forget the fine quality of the song writing !!!!
In my mind, this is their best work in a long time. Stunning arrangement. Beautiful vocals. Just amazing. Thank you for this one.
Don McLean's voice is still terrific & his lyrics are sheer poetry. Home Free are the perfect collaborators. Their singing & harmonies are incomparable and they always keep the spotlight on the other artist and the artist's concept of their music. BTW, I so want a copy of the picture at the end in which they're literally absorbed.
I love how the guys respect Don McLean so much. He is older now and might not be able to get those high notes any more, so Austin takes those passages for him and the rest hang back just being the backing vocals for a musical legend. I cried as well. I always loved this song.
Home Free has invented a whole new musicality, using voices like an orchestra of instrumentals. So far from 4 part harmony with blending completely uniquely! Humble talent loving the music!
Jen, thank you for a Wonderful reaction to this beautiful song. Don McLean is such a Amazing songwriter. When I listened to this in the early 70s I did not really listen to the lyrics close enough, the lyrics are so amazing. Anything with Home Free is my go to !!!
Jen, these gents always are about the craft but also about making us feel the song, and boy those lyrics, still get to me after 52 years. Austin & Rob harmonies, we gotta enjoy them while we can. Classic song given the Home Free upgrade treatment. Sir Paul McCartny once called this "the perfect song" high praise from such a prolific & respected songwriter
I have so many emotions that I'm at a loss for words. If I had them, they'd match your analysis Jen. Thank you so much for bringing this to us! Now I'm going to go have a good cry.
This song brought me to tears the night i unsealed the album way back when, and Don's magic is still there. Adding Homefree only made it stronger. I knew I'd be testing another pack of tissues. Thanks Jenn (edit, for typo)
Such a beautiful collaboration.Always love when Home Free collaborates with Don McLean they make a perfect team
You aren't the only one with teary eyes during Rob's lead.
I love the way this was filmed. They become part of a painting. Sweet vocals.
Thanks for your reaction & analysis. Nice top! This is such a great song by Don McLean! He originally did it in 1972. What a great remake with Home Free! Rob's voice is perfect for this song. Such a beautiful tribute to the sad life of the painter Vincent Van Gogh. He suffered from depression & committed suicide. He never saw any success during his life. But now his paintings are worth millions of dollars.
Psych RN here. It was more than just depression. Experts say he likely had schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder. With major depressive disorder or bipolar present also. He would go days without sleeping-characteristic of bipolar mania. He’s my favorite painter. What a gifted man…thanks, Vincent. Thank you.
Notice how respectful these guys are with Don's vocals. They don't seek to overpower him. They augment him. Beautiful!
This is such a beautiful, tragic and emotional song. Rob brought me to tears the first time listening and every time since then. To me it feels like he puts so much childlike innocence in his voice for this song and at the same time his voice wraps you in like a warm blanket (if that makes sense).
Not bad for an old guy... he'll be 79 in October. His voice hasn't changed at all.
They did a stunning job on this one, in every single instance of it. So emotional, beautiful, and thought provoking, yet so heart opening and freeing. Tears run and chills appear all over, every single time I listened to it. Amazing reaction and analysis, Jen. Thanks!
Jen, you never, ever disappoint. Thank you.
Don Mclean still got it and he sings great. Don and Home Free did a great job together. Rob and Austin did a great job. The harmonies are great. I love Home Free and they are my favorite group. I like your reactions to Don Mclean and Home Free. Vincent is my first time hearing this song. I like this song.
This is Def my fav Don Mclean song , so powerful and adding home free just puts it over the top . Robs voice is perfect with Don and this song
Music is supposed to elicit emotions, and this collaboration certainly does that.
There are more 'a capella hands' in this video than in most, and I love to see that. That is the real reason for front pockets on their pants - to keep their thumbs hostage so they can't direct. And Chance's pockets never let his go. But I expect that Adam's are screaming at him to "MOVE" since he uses them to visualize his percussion so much.
My favorite Don Maclean song. Outstanding collaboration with Home Free. I also had tears, Jen. Great job 👏
Rob's voice in this just drew me in and mesmerized me. Awesome version of this beautiful song. I also cried. ❤
Love this beautiful song, beautifully sung by Don and Home Free. I think that tears come to my eyes every time I listen to this. So meaningful and lovely! What a combo: my favorite artist, my favorite group, and a very perceptive, talented, wonderful song writer and singer!
This has got to be one of the most beautiful songs I've ever heard.
Great reaction, Jen! It is a beautiful song but a sad one, sneaking up on you when the tears start appearing. One of the things I love most about Home Free is that the words of a song are rarely eclipsed; the way they present each piece lets you really hear the words as well as the music, allowing you to experience the whole song.
I know nothing about music but I have loved this song since I first heard it when it came out. This would be ruined with too much embellishment. The melody and the lyrics are perfection. Brings forth so many emotions. To just sing it clean and let the words speak for themselves is enough. This was very well done.
One of my favs. Rob also got to me. So beautiful. Your reaction, as always is fabulous. Just got a ticket to see Don this Saturday in Clearwater FL for his Starry Starry Night Tour.
Ooh enjoy!
Truly phenomenal! What a voice Don McLean still has! And of course Austin also sang great, but Rob's voice is just perfect for this song. His voice so warm, soft as silk and full of emotion.
The quiet not overwhelming background vocals and guitar playing complete it for me.
It's the same beautiful song as my youth, but with the Home Free twist it's something different. A beautiful song where I, of course, as a Dutch person, know the history of Vincent van Gogh well. I lived not far from his birthplace for a while. If I could, I would have given Don McLean and Home Free a bouquet of sunflowers in memory of Vincent.
The sunflower one of his most famous paintings 🌻
💖 💖💖💖💖💖
While I’ve likely heard this song, given my age, it never caught my attention. What a beautifully written song arranged and performed here in a way that is felt just as much as it is heard. Great job by all of these guys and Rob really shines. The artistry of these lyrics makes me think I need to go back and revisit more of Don McClean’s work. Great job, Jen. I think we tend to feel more connected when we see others feel the same things we do. ❤
Definitely want to go and listen to his other lyrics 😊
@@JenniferGlatzhofer 😊❤️
Jennifer! Staying caught up! And look at your hair today! Getting nicely long again and looking great! Home Free ... well I already know it's going to be a good video. LOVE the start! Don is in the forefront and the boys are just softly backing him up. Oh! Bless you! 😊 And at 6:59 ... tears! Where are those tissues! 🧻 At 15:17 you're right that was a great shot of the boys. Well that was VERY enjoyable! Loved how the whole song much of what the boys contributed were BVs for Don. That was well done. And a great reaction and analysis (with real tears!) as always Jen.
Ahaha thank you!! Enjoyed it very much 😁
I had the pleasure of seeing Don McLean sing this song in concert two years ago. It happened to be Van Gogh's birthday, so it was a special day. I bought this album (American Pie) when I was a teenager when it first was released. "Empty Chairs" is another gem on it and his singing inspired the song "Killing Me Softly".
My 12 y/o grandson took his own life and the line in this song really hits home. This world was never meant for someone as beautiful as you!!!!
Yeah Jennifer the second Rob started, I said to myself, she's going to cry 😢
This was just beautiful and such a well thought out collaboration. There was nothing to distract from the music and the background vocals and harmonies were extremely tasteful. They let Don shine and really lifted his heartfelt vocals, the emotion of it caught me off guard. Rob has just the most pure and lovely tone, I felt that he matched Don's delivery and melancholy as it is a bit of a forlorn tune lyrically. Great job by the guys all around and as always you are fun to watch Jen. I enjoyed your insights and energy for this one as I always do. Ty for the great vid.
Beautiful song, beautiful voices, beautiful girl, good job Jen.! One of your best I thought.!
Pure magic once again! What songs sound like when the poet sings them.
This has to be one of my favorite reactions from you! In my opinion, this video and rendition is like a fine piece of art itself! It flows so beautifully and it definitely touches my soul. I am so happy Don recorded this with them! It’s total perfection!
Oh thank you!
This is a song you don't listen to, you experience. Close your eyes and you can vividly imagine every image evoked by the words. Don Mclean
I fell in love with this song when it premiered while I was in high school. This rendition made me fall in love with it all over again. I'm right there with you tearing up - always have been, always will be. Such a sad, stunning piece of music. Thanks for the informative reaction, as always.
I've been crying along with you on this one. I've seen it many times - and it still has the same effect. Just gorgeous. Thank you!
When artists bring tears to you, then you know they have succeeded, big time. I'm old enough to remember when Don hi the charts and, briefly dominated with just two songs. This arrangement is magic.
❤🤠#HomeFree. ❤#DonMcLean. Beautiful collaboration. Great reaction ❤.
I think this is the song with the most beautiful lyrics i've ever heard.. Now i'm 63 yo, and i never get bored to listen this song...
Lovely song and an excellent R&A. Awaiting with bated breath for a Jen/ HF collab!
I always knew this song as “Starry Starry Night” so I didn’t realize what song is was at first. Such a beautiful sad song. Dad loved this song and would have been in love with this cover.
I remember when this song came out and thought how beautiful a song for Don to write just from reading a book of the life and times of Vincent Van Gogh. Thank you Don !
Tearing up right there with you Jen. I expected this to be great, but it was better than that. Just WOW.
So beautiful!
78 years old and can still make pretty girls cry with this song. I was crying with u hon.
Oh the feels this brings!!
There are a few really nice videos that show Van Gogh paintings throughout the whole song, it's very calming
I GET CHOKED UP EVERYTIME #DONMCLEAN #HOMEFREE
Loved your informed reaction. Hadn’t noticed the looks on Tim and the two Adams when they dropped out until you pointed it out. The song was made even more meaningful. Thank you!
Such a beautiful reaction to an amazing song, thank you Jen ❤
The contrast between the "mature" voice of Don and the younger, brighter voices of HF is really a magical combo.
Sincere reaction. Context; Don 'misery sells' McLean. Vincent van Gogh; success by failure! My brain doesn't fall for this combination.
Before, or immediately after this video, I always have to watch the Dr Who, Vincent museum scene. 😢. If the song doesn’t make me cry, that scene will. So beautiful.
I know exactly what scene you’re talking about! 😞
Loved this. It affected me much the same. Thank you Jenn.
How had i never heard of this song before??
It’s been around for 50+ years. Don McLean wrote it, and released it in 1972!
@@drieuxkoeppel8152 i know. that's why i'm amazed i haven't heard it!
Such a sad song but yet so beautifully angelic. I really loved your opinion on this one. I cried too thank you Jen.
Thanks Jen. Just beautiful.
I know you will love this one. Don McLean still sounds great, and Home Free does their usual excellent job on backing up his classic song.
Damn............................that was great.
I could listen to this for hours!!! Great reaction Jen!!
Such an awesome song. Loved your reaction Jen. You're the best.
#HOMEFREE....a masterpiece!
Adam wasn't an alien (I love when he sings). Tim and Chance stayed in normal human vocal ranges. Mr. McLean sounded amazing. Rob sounded like a young Mr. McLean. And Austin was our angel. It was a perfect loving tribute and a beautiful lullaby-like moment.
Thanks for your reaction, Jen. Cheers!
Hf and Don magical
After they’d done AMERICAN PIE, I was so hoping they’d do “VINCENT”…it’s such a Beautiful &, Sad song … &, they all did such an Amazing job of it ♥️‼️♥️
Vincent has been my absolute favorite painter since the early '70's and this song has been at the top of my all time list too. It would have been regardless of my feelings about Van Gough's art. The song is just awesome. And let me say good for Rob for mentioning the song to Don.
I remember when the first Van Gogh show came to the Guggenheim in NY in ‘63. Went with my art teacher, Mr Levine who was the kindest person ever. I was blown away and still have my Room in Arles poster from that show!
@@TheDivayenta I know what you mean. I'll never forget my first viewings either.
Wonderful reaction.
Such a wonderful, emotive collaboration. Thank you for the insights Jen 😊
Thank you!
Been waiting for your reaction, Jen! Loved it!
Don McLean is 78 and his voice is still amazing. And Home Free just enhanced the song's beauty...
Made me cry also
Can't wait till u hear this one!!!!
I love Tim’s rich bass here.
Great analysis as usual.
Hi Jennifer hope you are having an great and awesome day ❤
You should react to David Phelps - Dust In The Wind