It's been 4 years on the dot since Rick May passed away. Every time I think about him, I head over to this video to hear your beautiful violin skills & reminisce. God speed, Rick May 🙏
Kind gentleman, I must confess I came across this cover not really expecting anything, bust just the first few seconds alone made me burst into tears, it's like it instantly made me remember old times and the passing of Rick May all at the same time within a few seconds. This is such a beautiful yet bittersweet performance, it's wonderful! Thank you sir for sharing your performance with us!
@@danksorcerer-xe2gdno it's the power of classical music in general while most people don't get classical music but when they do and when it's relevant to them you can hear and feel a story throughout the entire song a story that can't be described with words
Don´t tell anyone because Im in a metal band, but I did as well. This game is near and dear to my heart. Rick May is almost a distant grandfather to me. Brigning me joy and frustrations. But you would give anything to have em back. This rendition of the song broke my metal heart.
Wish for Rick May to come back with each star? My philosophy is that he's rocket jumping those stars for us to wish things in his name and honour, not to get him back
The beautiful violin performance of soldier's theme almost made me cry remembering Rick May's voice lines as soldier makes me want to cry. It's been over 1 and a half years since he died. You were good son real good maybe even the best. Fly high Rick.
@@TheFunnyGuyAleks agreed hey maybe if I get my computer fixed maybe I could join a casual lobby on tf2 and say in the chat let's honey rick mays death
I just started playing January of this year but TF2 has always been on my radar and I already knew a lot of it's mechanics, it's is one of the best games I've ever played
It is kind of weird how context can change a song's theme. I always thought of this song as a very joyful and playful song but now it seems a lot more emotional.
@@sakesaurus1706I mean yeah that’s the default position in western music theory, but it doesn’t make it inherent, you can still do fun and interesting things with it
@sakesaurus1706 the funny thing with minor scales is they can be played in a major way, and vice versa. C major and A minor are very similar, for example
@@LatchezarDimitrov Well you're gonna get lots from me Right Behind You is another piece from TF2 (The game where this is from) Or perhaps you could play Sweden ruclips.net/video/aBkTkxKDduc/видео.html
I cried, although I very rarely do. Team Fortress 2 is the first online game I played, and I still play now. You brought back the memories of better times. Thank you.
TF2 is where I made my very first friends a decade ago. I was never any good and my PC was so damn slow, but they were such an important part of my early life. Even though I'm still young, I'm filled with nostalgia for this amazing game.
This game came out when I was three. Played it for the first time when I was in grade 5. Now I'm in my 2nd year of college and I still play it. Iv gotten some friends to play it too. This game will never die. Its up there with games like Minecraft and GTA
This has brought a tear to my eye... Even though I haven't played tf2 from the start and have only gotten into it since summer 2020, it became a part of my life. I love the game, the music, the characters, the commnunity, all of it. Godspeed you magnificent musician for this stunning performance, you've made my evening!
Right? I’m so glad I’m not the only one. Recently I’ve shown it to two of my friends and they kinda picked up on it :D and I’m still staying true to my fav game. Not as much as I used to back in the day, 2 yrs ago but still. And I love seeing all those new players, same as ones like me or even the gamers who sticked to it since the good old days
@@kajbalm6733 I started playing since august. Enjoying the game a lot and I gotta say the community at tf2 is so much more fun and mature. Really a fresh wind!
The unique sound of your violin made this song even more amazing and tear-shedding than it already is. It's been over 3 years and Rick May is still a name that makes everyone cry. I joined the community after his departure but every time I hear this song I imagine him rocket-jumping into the heavens. Thank you
This was such a great performance! I love the rocket jump waltz, and even though i've never played tf2, its still one of my favourite songs. If you don't mind me asking, where did you get the sheet music for this song? Thank you so much!
All I can say is rest easy Rick May. This is the perfect way to remember an amazing man who brought life to what may seem to some as a simple character in a game. Soldier and Rick May's performance as him are so much more than just a guy with a rocket launcher. Outside of TF2 Rick May's VA work has brought many amazing characters to life. He will be dearly missed.
My god. I can't even express how this makes me feel. It's beautiful, and it's such a precise and specific emotional blow. Just flooded with memories from a time I desperately miss. A different world, old friends, and so many hours.
ok so i just came from the chinese tea song and looking through your channel i can only think, why didn't youtube recommend me your content any sooner?????? you made covers for so many songs that i've heard through my childhood, i am just speechless really, keep up the good work sir also, do you have any other social media accounts so i can follow? do you take up song suggestions?
Dear Gentleman, thank you for this bittersweet soothe for my tired ears. Thousands of hours playing this game, memes, experiences, friendships now long gone and memories, especially memories, around this simple, old but great game, and your art managed to make this steel-hard person drop a fillet of tear and get shivers down the spine through this song, especially with all the emotional bag that now that Rick May is gone. Thank you, thank you very much, and an exquisite piece of cover.
A beautiful song and a amazing send off to one of the most legendary voice actor of all time he's rocket jumping in the clouds now it's like he's always with us.
i still am floored to know compositions like this came out of a goofy shoot-em-up game i started playing in middle school. but, it's exactly these things that make me impassioned about picking up violin several years before it- thank you so much for sharing your beautiful variation. ♥ and may Rick May rest in peace.
The entire TF2 community blesses you and the ones you love kind gentlemen, the act of playing the tribute to Rick May is just astounding, have a great life
Coming back after a year really brings a tear to my eye. I wish I could have been able to have continued the violin. You make it not just play, but SING. Never stop being yourself!
I honestly have no words to say about how beautiful this man plays the song on the violin. This is living proof that the song works on any instrument.🔥🔥🔥
Remember, it's not a shame to cry if a song hits you like this Every man has feelings and people who care about legend who is behind this song should let their tears if they want
Me and my best friend used to practice troldier together almost everyday, spending hours and hours playing troldier together, today marks the 3rd anniversary since he died thanks for making this, sir you deserve a medal!
I think Rick May would have loved this piece. The memory of Rick shall forever stay in our hearts. Continue bringing everyone joy in heaven as you did with us down here on this earth. We miss you Rick… we miss you
This video... no this private performance means a lot to me and the entire TF2 community. Thank you for playing this waltz on the violin, for it will continue to carry on the legacy of Rick May!
I am a little mad this took 2 years to get recommended to me, but I'm glad it eventually did. Rocket Jump Waltz is one of my favorite videogame songs and this cover is even more majestic, while the original feels more melancholic, your work feels conforting, beautiful.
That was great. I honsetly thank you for this masterpice. It sent chills down my spine , this game was with me through good and bad times. I sadly shifted away from games because of school and then work. You just made my day much better. Thank you.
Rest in Peace, Rick May. Bringing one of the greatest, funniest, and most kick-butt characters in video game history to life. God Bless America. "You deserve a medal, Doc." -Soldier, when Medic heals him.
This has become the rick may memorial video, thanks old fellow, youve helped the TF2 community remember the fallen soldier....fallen but never down,rest in peace rick may,you... soldier and the other characters you dubbed will not be forgotten...have a nice time in heaven,maggot(btw, the maggot part is a TF2 reference,i have no offense towards rick may nor his voice)
Im not going to lie but this is the first and only piece of truely glorious music that has brought a tear to my eye since rick may was like a father to me this piece of art would be worthy for rick may himself thank you you amazing person
Non tf2 players:he got a talent
Tf2 players:*dives in tears*
:-)
R.I.P Rick May :C
"You were good son, real good. Maybe even the best"
Rip rick may
You will never be forgotten
Rick May you will live forever in our game, a man doesn't die when his heart stops he only dies when he is forgotten
U were me best mate
-demoman tf2
"You were good son, real good. Maybe even the best" This words, contain such a punch for me. Rick was clearly special to all of us
"So stick around, maybe you'll make it another year! or maybe not! muahahahaha!"
@@NerdyCatCoffeeee I don't really know how, but that made me shed a tear, we'll really miss him, he was an inspiration
Yeah😢
@@NerdyCatCoffeeee😔
@@NerdyCatCoffeeee NOW IM CRYING AGAIN
WHY RUclips TOOK 2 YEARS TO RECOMMEND THIS MASTERPIECE TO ME? WHY?!?!?!?
same..
It had to take time to process how good this video is
Same
The voice of soldier is gone, but he lives on in our games, and in our memories.
R.I.P. Rick May
The power of A.I. has revived his voice.
@@SuperNormalMan
@@prettyradhandle Look, pal, unless you have a better option, A.I.'s all we got to bring back Soldier's voice.
@@SuperNormalManno machine can ever replace Rick May
@galacticbananastopmotions7292 Will never replace but helps some cope
There is something special about just having this private performance.
Yes, a secret little diamond only we know about
Whyfore keep it from us? Surely we do not deserve its beauty, but to deny us it is heinous a crime!
My favorite song from the game and such a beautiful rendition of it, love this. Good job sir. And rest in peace Rick May
Yes it reminds me of the easier times and its unfornunute we couldnt see rick may for the sandvich saga
R.I.P. Rick May
Godspeed you magnificent bastard
Rest in peace o7
Rip😢
It's been 4 years on the dot since Rick May passed away. Every time I think about him, I head over to this video to hear your beautiful violin skills & reminisce. God speed, Rick May 🙏
Holy s**t 4 years already, time flies since 2020
Rick May was a magnificent bastard, and will always fly higher each rocket jump
Kind gentleman, I must confess I came across this cover not really expecting anything, bust just the first few seconds alone made me burst into tears, it's like it instantly made me remember old times and the passing of Rick May all at the same time within a few seconds. This is such a beautiful yet bittersweet performance, it's wonderful! Thank you sir for sharing your performance with us!
it's the power of the violin my friend ,but let's not forget this gentleman's sheer talent ,skill and dedication to the craft
@@danksorcerer-xe2gdno it's the power of classical music in general while most people don't get classical music but when they do and when it's relevant to them you can hear and feel a story throughout the entire song a story that can't be described with words
Bravo
Don´t tell anyone because Im in a metal band, but I did as well. This game is near and dear to my heart. Rick May is almost a distant grandfather to me. Brigning me joy and frustrations. But you would give anything to have em back. This rendition of the song broke my metal heart.
@@tinnitusattackwoah
This is what the medic would of played when Rick passed away
Yes
using his 3rd emote, I wish Valve could add it
You were a damn fine soldier son, maybe even the best.
Would make more sense for spy
@@demoman5864 I would say more sense for Demo
This solely is (MORE than) enough to make a grown man cry.
Non tf2 player sees a shooting star: WOW how cool!
Tf2 players sees a shooting star: that is just soldier rocket jumping to heaven
Yeah I’ve never played tf2 I would have loved to but I lacked the equipment I consumed a lot of content though
@@Travelers_chosen_damaged you can play tf2 with a 50$ pc prolly
Wish for Rick May to come back with each star? My philosophy is that he's rocket jumping those stars for us to wish things in his name and honour, not to get him back
The beautiful violin performance of soldier's theme almost made me cry remembering Rick May's voice lines as soldier makes me want to cry.
It's been over 1 and a half years since he died. You were good son real good maybe even the best. Fly high Rick.
„You were real good son. Real good. Maybe even the best!“
I cried when I saw a tribute to Rick may death
@@Snowwasteland we all cry when we see one.
@@TheFunnyGuyAleks agreed hey maybe if I get my computer fixed maybe I could join a casual lobby on tf2 and say in the chat let's honey rick mays death
This song just makes me so sad. I joined the game a month before Rick may died.
I remember rick may when he passed. Rest.
This is breathtaking and beautiful and brings back memories of a simpler time. Thank you.
yeah we can all thank him for reminding us
Hits different with that profile pic
BRAVO!
Only joined Tf2 Mid October 2023 but I still respect the man Rick May
‘SCREAMIN’ EAGLES!’
Same here, well November but learning about all that I missed since playing a few times back in 2014 really shook me.
I just started playing January of this year but TF2 has always been on my radar and I already knew a lot of it's mechanics, it's is one of the best games I've ever played
It is kind of weird how context can change a song's theme. I always thought of this song as a very joyful and playful song but now it seems a lot more emotional.
lol why, I though minor scales were usually associated with sad/melancholic
it depends on your culture tho
@@sakesaurus1706I mean yeah that’s the default position in western music theory, but it doesn’t make it inherent, you can still do fun and interesting things with it
@@sakesaurus1706 not always
@sakesaurus1706 the funny thing with minor scales is they can be played in a major way, and vice versa. C major and A minor are very similar, for example
Honestly, bless this fine gentleman for delivering such a heartbreaking performance of a song. Also, are you open for suggestions kind sir?
Yes, sure! No problem
@@LatchezarDimitrov Well you're gonna get lots from me
Right Behind You is another piece from TF2 (The game where this is from)
Or perhaps you could play Sweden ruclips.net/video/aBkTkxKDduc/видео.html
Ma Petite Choux-Fleur is also a nice piece
@@davidfejes5637 Too different style...
Right behind you is pretty good too, but I would suggest MEDIC!.
I cried, although I very rarely do. Team Fortress 2 is the first online game I played, and I still play now. You brought back the memories of better times. Thank you.
If you still play, you can with me if you'd like to.
TF2 is where I made my very first friends a decade ago. I was never any good and my PC was so damn slow, but they were such an important part of my early life. Even though I'm still young, I'm filled with nostalgia for this amazing game.
didn't we all cry?
Tf2 was my first online game too. People were friendly to me and taught me lots of stuffs and tricks. We and I had a lot of fun in the game. RIP RICK.
This game came out when I was three.
Played it for the first time when I was in grade 5.
Now I'm in my 2nd year of college and I still play it. Iv gotten some friends to play it too.
This game will never die. Its up there with games like Minecraft and GTA
“You were good son, real good. Maybe even the best.” - Rick May, as Soldier
"ah, another cover, let's see how it is"
*"oh damn this HITS"*
Rest in Peace Rick May. We will never forget you
PS:I love your work mate
we all love his work
@@TheFunnyGuyAleks yes, and I don’t know anyone who has the heart to say they don’t
AND HE USED HIS FIGHT MONEY TO PUT TWO OF EVERY ANIMAL ON A BOAT, AND THEN HE BEAT THE CRAP OUT OF EVERY SINGLE ONE
This has brought a tear to my eye... Even though I haven't played tf2 from the start and have only gotten into it since summer 2020, it became a part of my life. I love the game, the music, the characters, the commnunity, all of it. Godspeed you magnificent musician for this stunning performance, you've made my evening!
it is crazy to me that still new people pick up the game
Right? I’m so glad I’m not the only one. Recently I’ve shown it to two of my friends and they kinda picked up on it :D and I’m still staying true to my fav game. Not as much as I used to back in the day, 2 yrs ago but still. And I love seeing all those new players, same as ones like me or even the gamers who sticked to it since the good old days
@@kajbalm6733 I started playing since august. Enjoying the game a lot and I gotta say the community at tf2 is so much more fun and mature. Really a fresh wind!
@@Trabasi we're so glad to have you :D
@@Trabasievery once and then you’ll meet that one guy
The unique sound of your violin made this song even more amazing and tear-shedding than it already is. It's been over 3 years and Rick May is still a name that makes everyone cry. I joined the community after his departure but every time I hear this song I imagine him rocket-jumping into the heavens. Thank you
Rick May got promoted to an Angel.
God Speed Rick May!!! 🫡
"You're good son , very good maybe even the best " thanks Sir for this wonderful performance
Amazingly done. Rest in peace, Rick May.
Remembering the true soldier, Rick May.
🦅🇺🇸❤️🕊️
Rest easy, Rick.
God bless.
This was such a great performance! I love the rocket jump waltz, and even though i've never played tf2, its still one of my favourite songs. If you don't mind me asking, where did you get the sheet music for this song? Thank you so much!
drive.google.com/file/d/19NnoteoedkyiAmCpRm9C_ss9o_jM9fnG/view?usp=sharing the violin score...
And the piano score: drive.google.com/file/d/1y334sX8c7OhScbT_id2m8fs8LM4IjEIC/view?usp=sharing Have fun!
@@LatchezarDimitrov Thank you!
@@LatchezarDimitrov legend
Me: "Wow, this is beautiful, I wonder if there's sheet music". Search comments, there's a personal reply from the musician. Absolute G
I wish this fine jentle man a good day thank you for bringing back the memories of a once great valve game
gentleman*
and the game is still great, although it is on the cheater's radar
All I can say is rest easy Rick May. This is the perfect way to remember an amazing man who brought life to what may seem to some as a simple character in a game. Soldier and Rick May's performance as him are so much more than just a guy with a rocket launcher.
Outside of TF2 Rick May's VA work has brought many amazing characters to life. He will be dearly missed.
My god. I can't even express how this makes me feel. It's beautiful, and it's such a precise and specific emotional blow. Just flooded with memories from a time I desperately miss. A different world, old friends, and so many hours.
Fly High Rick,you've really done us proud boys,truly deserve a medal
ok so i just came from the chinese tea song and looking through your channel i can only think, why didn't youtube recommend me your content any sooner?????? you made covers for so many songs that i've heard through my childhood, i am just speechless really, keep up the good work sir
also, do you have any other social media accounts so i can follow? do you take up song suggestions?
What like?
No other media sorry! The suggestions can be interesting for me...
@@LatchezarDimitrov ay man where u from
@LatchezarDimitrov sorry for the rude question, your name just sounded familiar
@@lmao1660 Hi, from Sofia Bulgaria
rest in peace rick may. you died but your legacy continues
RUclips just recommended this masterpiece. Great effort sir, much love from Turkey.
“You were good son, real good. Maybe even the best.” Rest in peace Rick May
This made my day 1000000000000000 times better.
it made all of our days 1000000000000000 better (rip rick may he is teleporting bread in heaven)
Oh Soldier, who will they ever find to replace you?
No one...
This performance had me in tears! What an absolutely beautiful rendition!!
*"Oh soldier, who will they ever find to replace you."*
-Spy, 2020
Rest In Peace Rick. Found this channel after he played so music from other games I liked. This was really special to me.
Dear Gentleman, thank you for this bittersweet soothe for my tired ears. Thousands of hours playing this game, memes, experiences, friendships now long gone and memories, especially memories, around this simple, old but great game, and your art managed to make this steel-hard person drop a fillet of tear and get shivers down the spine through this song, especially with all the emotional bag that now that Rick May is gone. Thank you, thank you very much, and an exquisite piece of cover.
A beautiful song and a amazing send off to one of the most legendary voice actor of all time he's rocket jumping in the clouds now it's like he's always with us.
Thank you for this, sir. After finding out about Rick May shortly after his passing and finding this today, I appreciate this very much. Bless you.
The elegant notes of your violin make such beautiful sounds, I guess only such a master could make such wonderful music
This is very good song, sir. I know everyone likes this and for some people its heartbreaking song. You are skilled.
may you always live in our hearts Rick. thanks for your performance Mr.Dimitrov..
i still am floored to know compositions like this came out of a goofy shoot-em-up game i started playing in middle school. but, it's exactly these things that make me impassioned about picking up violin several years before it-
thank you so much for sharing your beautiful variation. ♥ and may Rick May rest in peace.
The entire TF2 community blesses you and the ones you love kind gentlemen, the act of playing the tribute to Rick May is just astounding, have a great life
RIP Rick May
You were good son real good, maybe even Best
This is truly the most inspiring, heartwarming, and beautiful rendition of this song I have ever heard in my entire life.
Agreed. Why did it take me so long to notice?
Как прекрасно. Спасибо вам
The algorithm has blessed me with this, and I hope God blessed you Mr. Dimitrov!
Coming back after a year really brings a tear to my eye. I wish I could have been able to have continued the violin. You make it not just play, but SING. Never stop being yourself!
i just got a recommendations to this and i assume many would as well. theres going to be a flood of tears in the tf2 community, thank you
I was loading into TF2 with this playing, and rocket jump waltz started playing along with this IN PERFECT SYNC
This performance is incredibly, simply incredible.
"You were good, son, real good; maybe even the best!"
No he was the greatest of all time
Beautiful playing! This really makes me remember the old times. This was the first tf2 sound track i've ever heard
I honestly have no words to say about how beautiful this man plays the song on the violin. This is living proof that the song works on any instrument.🔥🔥🔥
Remember, it's not a shame to cry if a song hits you like this
Every man has feelings and people who care about legend who is behind this song should let their tears if they want
Спасибо.
Somehow you made it sound different while still making it possible to recognize the song
And it's even more touching
I'm so glad he included the main musical motif in the ending there
Это первый раз когда я плачу иза музыки . Ее прекрасное звучание и память о погибшем даводет меня до слез ..
Me and my best friend used to practice troldier together almost everyday, spending hours and hours playing troldier together, today marks the 3rd anniversary since he died thanks for making this, sir you deserve a medal!
I'm truly sorry for your loss brother, may he watch over you while rocket jumping in Heaven!
"you were good son, real good.. maybe even the best!"
Im sorry to hear that I have never lost any close friends but I can imagine how hard it must be. God bless you.
@@cookiejoe5564 👍
I think Rick May would have loved this piece. The memory of Rick shall forever stay in our hearts. Continue bringing everyone joy in heaven as you did with us down here on this earth. We miss you Rick… we miss you
"that was one hell of a campaign son."
Normal Pepole: "such a nice melody!"
TF2 Players in 2021: *you were a good son,real good. Maybe even the best*
My god The way you play this is beyond being magical
This hits really hard. RIP RIck May
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Brings tears to the eye, this game is really something special
Damn, that's a good cover. Damn good son.
That was one hell of a campaign…
I didn't expect a rendition of this, but I'm pleasantly surprised at its quality. Thank you for playing this
Ngl this brought me close to tears. Thank you for playing this in such a wonderful way
This put tears in my eyes before I realized it. Godspeed.
You are so talented at the violin sir! Great work! Might I ask where you got the background chords?
I am a Musescore subscriber! You can download the chords here: drive.google.com/file/d/1BYwjbRsZQPOc3QNr_WFc02eWk4ZUWonv/view?usp=sharing
I legitimately stood up from my chair and saluted to this whole song. Rest In Peace, Rick May.
When I occasionally listen to this song through the algorithm, I go back to my childhood and am filled with memories and nostalgia.
Christ, two years.... But Rick May is in the skies rocket jumping at his heart's content.
I love the tone you've got on the violin. Almost makes it sound like Mellotron tape. Rocket Jump Waltz is such a beautiful piece of music.
It brings you back to those first days, it calms your mind, and it touches your heart. Bravo
"That was a damn good campaign son!" -Rick May
This video... no this private performance means a lot to me and the entire TF2 community. Thank you for playing this waltz on the violin, for it will continue to carry on the legacy of Rick May!
I am a little mad this took 2 years to get recommended to me, but I'm glad it eventually did. Rocket Jump Waltz is one of my favorite videogame songs and this cover is even more majestic, while the original feels more melancholic, your work feels conforting, beautiful.
This feels so emotional and made me shed tears...RIP Rick May🕊❤🔥
Genuinely brought a tear to my eye
how am i only just now finding this? 17 years of living on this planet and this is the most beautiful rendition of this piece i've ever heard
That was great. I honsetly thank you for this masterpice. It sent chills down my spine , this game was with me through good and bad times. I sadly shifted away from games because of school and then work. You just made my day much better. Thank you.
"Your good son real good, maybe even the best" - the soldier
You are good, son. Real good. Maybe even the best.
RIP Rick May.
I don’t cry anymore just happy he was there when he was
Oh my lord he played this too?! Please for the love of everything holy stay on this planet forever
Such a beautiful remake of it, the violin play was really impressive! Rest In Peace Rick May
Rest in Peace, Rick May. Bringing one of the greatest, funniest, and most kick-butt characters in video game history to life. God Bless America.
"You deserve a medal, Doc."
-Soldier, when Medic heals him.
Rest in peace, Rick May.
That is all.
This has become the rick may memorial video, thanks old fellow, youve helped the TF2 community remember the fallen soldier....fallen but never down,rest in peace rick may,you... soldier and the other characters you dubbed will not be forgotten...have a nice time in heaven,maggot(btw, the maggot part is a TF2 reference,i have no offense towards rick may nor his voice)
Im not going to lie but this is the first and only piece of truely glorious music that has brought a tear to my eye since rick may was like a father to me this piece of art would be worthy for rick may himself thank you you amazing person
You're good son, real good. Maybe even the best.
Rip rick may
I really hope this legend never gets forgotten.