James Blunt - Monsters (Official Music Video)
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- Опубликовано: 14 янв 2020
- The official music video for James Blunt - Monsters
Taken from the fifth studio album 'Once Upon A Mind' released in 2019, which featured the singles, 'Cold', 'Champions', 'I Told You', 'Monsters', 'The Truth', 'Halfway' and 'The Greatest'
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James Blunt is an internationally acclaimed multi-million selling artist known for his powerful performances, distinctive voice and a knack for crafting melodic, contemporary pop songs.
His catalogue includes 2004's 'Back to Bedlam', which became the one of the best selling albums of the Noughties, as well as albums All The Lost Souls, Some Kind Of Trouble, Moon Landing, The Afterlove and Once Upon A Mind, which have spawned hits such as 'You're Beautiful', 'Goodbye My Lover', 'Wisemen', '1973', 'Stay The Night', 'Bonfire Heart', and ‘Monsters.
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Just watched a Hawaiian boy sing this song after losing his father 2 months ago. He sang it beautifully as it is the most amazing & beautifully written song.what a tribute to any Father thank you 🙏🏽
Omg he was amazing!!
Tongan*
😭😭😭 Same
I've never heard this song before watching it on America Idol. Absolutely beautiful.
@@kellydavenport7959 omg me either, just incredible and brought everyone to tears 😭
This song breaks me up. I'm 71, and while my children have moved on to their various careers, my youngest has made it his priority to watch over me. He refuses to take anything in return and is just happy I wake in the morning. He is an unexpected blessing as I always thought i'd die alone. ❤
God bless your son Sir ❤
😮stay strong and healthy❤
You are very lucky to have your son taking care of you. I wish i could help my mom like that after my dad passed away in May this year😢 i still miss him a lot and i really would like to have my mom with me but she lives so far away😢 we just video call each others a bit everyday. It is harder for her cause she is alone now😢 she lost her soulmate😢 they have been together for 48years together😢
congratulations to your son, I'm in health care in Ireland and work with old people, I love mi job...
Congrats on raising beautiful family. You’re a Wonderful Dad!
I know the story behind this song but having stage 4 cancer myself and little time left , listening to this i wonder what my 17 year old son must be going through internally . The line ‘while you’re sleeping ill try to make you proud’ has me in tears , as only a few weeks ago my son came to me saying he wanted to quit college because he wasn’t enjoying the course but was afraid to because he thought I wouldn’t be proud of him and felt he’d be letting me down. I told him , he could never let me down, and life has a way of working out. Chase love , chase happiness, material things mean so little in the long term. Most importantly I reassured him that i always have and always will be proud of him. On a lighter note , I’m of to see James play in Manchester on Friday , can’t wait .
This moved me very much, as it kind of reminds me of my father who died last year of cancer. That line in particular always gives me the biggest gut punch, but at least it always reminds me of how we joked around and laughed till the very end and i guess that´s what matters. I hope you´re having a great time at the concert
Best of luck and you can kick cancer ass. I want you to come back to this reply in 6 months when you're still here.
You're an amazing dad and person. The world loved having you here. I'm most certainly sure you've made your mark. You will be welcomed to the next dimension with open arms. Don't be afraid. You were/ are loved great sir. Thank you for sharing this
Much love man!
How are you feeling today? Stay strong. Much love.
My Dad just passed out of nowhere. Our relationship had ups and downs. I’ll play this at his funeral in two days. Love you Daddy, I’ll miss you forever.
All the best ❤
praying for you and your family ❤️ god bless you
So sorry for your loss be strong you will meet again in eternal happiness
❤❤
I think he's with you. And he's in you. He's always a part of your story. It will get better but yeah, you'll miss him forever. Im so sorry.
My dad is fine, my life is ok, and I'm still crying. This song is so beautiful
Me too
Same!
Same man
Same.
the future is inevitable
Thank you for this song. I sang it to my Dad last week while in final stages dementia & cancer. He smiled so beautifully and we both shed tears. He passed away this morning. I will forever have this special moment with him.
Thinking of you!
Two
Who are you
may he rest in peace
May his memory be eternal and he rest in peace. And may memories comfort you, and the promise of eternal life bring you hope.
I lost my dad a month ago yesterday. He had been sick, all of his best friends had already died, his mother, My Grandmother Had recently died. He was miserable and I'm glad for him that he's gone but I miss him so much. He was a Vietnam veteran and one of the first black men to serve as an Army Ranger in combat. 10 pastors were in the Pulpit funeral and they all characterize him as a trusted friend, the church was so full that he had to turn people away. I am so proud of my dad, but it still hurts........ I love you Dad and I really miss you
❤
🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
❤❤❤❤
God bless yourself, and your Father.
Hello so sorry for your loss, I am 9 years on from you, and believe me you will revisit this regularly, I promise it will be a comfort ....
My Dad was a WWII veteran who was part of the liberation of France from the Nazi's. Poor guy had PTSD from the war and was an alcoholic. I grew up hard since my mother had undiagnosed mental illness and was abusive to me - she abandoned me emotionally and mentally. My Dad was never there emotionally for me or participated in my life, but he worked his ass off every single day so we would have clothes, food, and a roof over our head no matter what. It took me years (he died in 2004) after his death to realized just how hard he worked and stayed with my difficult mother so I would have some semblance of a family no matter how dysfunctional it was growing up like that in Los Angeles in the 1970's. This song made me shed tears that I never shed for years and kept stuffed away. Thank you for this song James Blunt - many souls have been touched by your music. RIP Dad - Robert David McLean - Staff Sergeant US Army - WWII European theatre.
My respect , they go through a lot more than we think , I am crying along with you , my in law is 81 also veteran with PTSD that i learn the hard way , can't explain details but I still love him because he is another patriot that did what took for his country ( I am Mexican and I know love patriot symbols is a must here and there ) his name is Gerald... And now all I can do is sit down and listen for the 200 time the time he was deployed to Alaska when still an American territory , I know is long time but it means al lot for him ..
Beautiful beautiful beautiful, like my daughters!!!
War changes a person completely. Men dont talk about it, bcz they have to appear strong and with no one to talk to they resort to alcohol, their trauma stays with them. He showed his love to you in the way that he knows
So true. Well spoken. We're all just people figuring this life out. He did his best. That's true love.
Respect 🫡 to the dedicated father and so much love to you
Just listened to a boy from Hawaii sing this song on American Idol; he lost his dad 2 months ago. All the judges were in tears, I'm crying. I hope the kid wins! He was PHENOMENAL!
I'm here because of that guy on tonight's episode. Amazing performance.
Same here!! I have never heard this song before, and it was beautiful! I had to look it up to hear it again. Hope he goes a long way in this competition!
I came here as well after watching Idol..that kid was amazing. I'm a 51 yr old man crying like a baby.
He brought me here
That's what brought me here.
I lost my dad today. He died in hospital 16 days after contracting the Covid-19 virus. I struggled to watch this song before this happened because of how gut wrenching it is but now I find myself putting it on repeat. Now on an emotional rollercoaster. I feel like I only ever saw his mistakes when he was alive and now that he has died, I find myself only seeing mine. I was angry with him for a long time for his without realising that by holding on to the hurt, I was making my own. I regret not forgiving him and letting him know it was ok. Maybe I am listening to this song to punish myself, who knows...
Please don't punish yourself - he wouldn't want that - just forgive yourself and in doing so find peace. So sorry you have lost your dad.
Stuart Tomlinson sorry to hear about that. I’m sure your father just wants what’s best for you and to not hurt yourself but heal and grow. Take care buddy.
I’m so sorry friend, it’s not fair.
Don't do it, don't punish yourself. I hope you can feel better.
I'm so sorry for your lost.
Sorry for your loss. I am mother of three, they've hurt me a lot, but I've forgave them and understand. Sure your old man understood you and was happy just for having you. Forgive yourself, friend
A friend sent me this song while I was training at the gym. I put the weights down and I started to weep, missing my father. May your soul continue to rest peacefully daddy.
Awe, man....love ya brother.
I lost my dad, who was in service with the British army, two days before my 11th birthday. I never got to speak to him as an adult man, or get to say goodbye to him before we lost him. If I had been given that chance, this is how I would have wanted to. Two friends sharing the last of the time they had together and comforting each other. Beautiful lyrics and raw emotion in your performance, thank you!
I was 12 when my Father passed in 1976 and he was ill for two years, also served RN WWII and then MN,
A few weeks ago I lost my beautiful amazing son he was only 28 he had a massive heart attack and I played and sang this song to him while he lay on a life support machine. Unfortunately we lost him to irreversible brain damage. He was an amazing son and never took drugs and was never in any trouble. I will be playing this song at his funeral in early 2024.😢
I feel that there is no point in living anymore the pain is too much to bare. I want to say a big thank you to James blunt for writing this song it will live with me until its time for me to go and be back with my beautiful boy so then I can hold him and then no one can ever break us apart ever again. I Love you my beautiful son Nathan you will always be in my heart and soul.
And due to my sons death two people have been given a second chance of life because we donated his organs.
Love you son and I miss you so much I want the pain to end.
RIP Nathan, May You Rest in Peace.
Stay strong sir.
RIP Nathan. That’s the name of my son. He gave people another chance at life. Good man 😢
RIP, to him and stay strong 🌹🕊🤍.
I'm so sorry I'm in pain from my loss , ty for lamenting
My father died just a few weeks ago, and somebody told me I cried like a baby at his funeral. This song just helped me realise that I didn't. I cried like a man.
Never be afraid to cry it just shows how much you love someone or something ❤
Send you a hug... sorry for your loss.
all good mate ❤
🙌🏻 Exactly. May your dad Rest Peace. Sorry for your loss. 🌹
be strong, King. x
I just lost my dad on Sunday April 7th 2024. I never heard this song till today, my aunt shared it with me so it can be played at his viewing. This is a great song and will forever stay in my heart.
Im so sorry for your loss😢 I wish you will have the best till the rest of your life!
hope you’re okay dawg 👍🤍
So sorry for your loss my thoughts and prayers are with u and your family
Sorry for your loss. Hold fast the memories, he will always live...in your heat. God Bless,😢
I’m so sad you lost your dad, I lost my mum when I was 9 and still think about her. It always stays in your heart.
I can't listen to this song without crying my eyes out. I lost my dad last July after a torturous battle with ALS. Watching the strongest man I knew slowly lose control of all physical aspects in his life absolutely killed my soul. He did have have the final say in finally ending his suffering and while we will miss him so much forever, he was given one final bit of control back to his life. Miss you so much dad.
Stay strong man I’m sorry for your dad 💔🫶
@@yougame2408 Thank you brother that truly means a lot.
My deepest condolences. Ik the pain of losing a parent. 🥹
Me to 😢😢😢😢 I never thought it is much hard and painful like this
I am so sorry to hear about your parents, I have both of mine so I can't say I know how it feels, but I am still very sorry, stay strong all of you.❤💖
Just watched Iam Tongi and James Blunt performed this song live. That’s what got me here. What a powerful and emotional song!
Same,still crying 😢
Me too
well Iam just won American Idol
Me too!
Same, had to look this up after
That young kid, Iam Tongi from Hawaii, was incredible singing this song! His delivery of the song tore at my heart strings. I predict this song will become a hit, if it wasn’t already, by the many requests to hear it over the airwaves and on line! Just look at how quickly so many has responded already. Beautiful song, touching lyrics and and an even better performance by Iam!
This is what brought me here. I was dying with his performance. Sooooo sad!
He had me in tears!!!! So wow!!
Always love James blunt but didn’t hear this song until Tongi sang it on AI. Now I’m crying all over again watching jame’s version singing. I lost my dad in 2014 and man it hits hard
What took me looking for this song!!!
dude I'm crying right now
Oh, before they turn off all the lights
I won't read you your wrongs or your rights
The time has gone
I'll tell you goodnight, close the door
Tell you I love you once more
The time has gone
So here it is
I'm not your son, you're not my father
We're just two grown men saying goodbye
No need to forgive, no need to forget
I know your mistakes and you know mine
And while you're sleeping I'll try to make you proud
So, daddy, won't you just close your eyes?
Don't be afraid, it's my turn
To chase the monsters away
Oh, well, I'll read a story to you
Only difference is this one is true
The time has gone
I folded your clothes on the chair
I hope you sleep well, don't be scared
The time has gone
So here it is
I'm not your son, you're not my father
We're just two grown men saying goodbye
No need to forgive, no need to forget
I know your mistakes and you know mine
And while you're sleeping I'll try to make you proud
So, daddy, won't you just close your eyes?
Don't be afraid, it's my turn
To chase the monsters away
Sleep a lifetime
Yes, and breathe a last word
You can feel my hand on your own
I will be the last one
So I'll leave a light on
Let there be no darkness, in your heart
But I'm not your son, you're not my father
We're just two grown men saying goodbye
No need to forgive, no need to forget
I know your mistakes and you know mine
And while you're sleeping I'll try to make you proud
So, daddy, won't you just close your eyes?
Don't be afraid, it's my turn
To chase the monsters away
The only reason this doesnt have 54 billion views is because the son's love of saying goodbye to his father is too heavy to want to listen too.
I lost my father 4/05/2024 to cancer and this song meant so much to me and him when we were facing the end of my fathers life. It put so much into perspective and the understanding I learned to face by just listening to the words.
I just woke at 5:55 am to find this video waiting for me.
He told me the hardest part about leaving me was that my life was falling apart and I needed him more than ever.
I watched him fight for two days, as he moved between the two worlds...his face alternating between expressions of bliss and fight. In the end, it was just the two of us. I held his hand, as I studied every last detail of the hand that toiled through WWII and the family life that followed. The determined provider, the passionate lover of his clan. And as I did, I told him to take his time...to go when he wanted to. "You lived your entire life on your terms Dad, I want you to die the same way. I'll be here until you're ready." It was 5:55am when he left.
That was 20 years ago...and 20 minutes ago.
Thank you James. ❤
Woah, lovely.
very moving. 555 = angel number (repeating #s)
That was so emotional...may God bless his soul
May he rest in peace😔❤
God bless
This honestly broke me. My Dad raised me on his own after my Mom and twin sister died in a car accident when I was 2, and I could not have asked for a better, kinder, wiser and more wonderful parent. He passed almost 11 years ago and I still miss him every day, but it is my sister's turn with him now. Thank you for this it is beautiful.
Oh my, that just broke my heart and made me start to cry “it’s my sister’s turn with him now”. My heart goes out to you, you’ve been through a lot of painful loss.
What a beautiful thing to say James. I am sure your sister will be happy she got her father back and they are so proud of the love you hold in your heart.
But it’s my sister’s turn with him... Oh Lord, what a beautiful soul you have. 😭💗
Onward may you walk, into his great footsteps.
Somebody sent me this song and almost started crying. My granddad pasted away in Corona in May he was like my father .
I wish my dad would be here to see the man I have become. All those hard times, every hard decisions I had to make, every hope lost, every doubt I had! I wish he was there to hold my arm, pat my shoulder, look me straight in my eyes and say, "do not worry son, you have got this."
I lost him a long time ago, when I was just a little boy, in 2000, it feels like yesterday and yet a lifetime away. Thank you for this song, at least I can cry for him in my solitude.
hold your head high and show ur dad how proud he was and always will be of you much love brother
I seem to recall serving with a Capt Blount in BATUS and whilst I never met him again we were in Kosovo at the same time. From what I remember he was a very polite and respectful man, he certainly turned out to be great singer and song writer.
James Blunt does not need autotune in his songs and no special effects or fancy things in his video's.
That's how good he is!
That's one of the reasons why we love him for ages!
He is the best singer alive.
@@agatiq No but he has used autotune in some of his songs,
@@michaelhawkins7389 I listened to him live and he sounds pretty awesome so even there are some songs with some seconds of autotune - I don't care. It wasn't probably ancillary to his decision. His voice is amazing so he doesn't need that and that's normal the production from the sound stuff corrects it a bit
@@michaelhawkins7389 sometimes autotune is needed. even the best occasionally have to
"No need to forgive, no need to forget. I know your mistakes and you know mine" that really hit me like a truck. My father passed away this morning. He was still strong the night before and all happened so fast. I admit that we have an irreparable relationship because he was absent during our adolescence. He came back during the pandemic because he has no place to go but my mom welcomed him with open arms. That's why I have this rage because he has the nerves to come back after what he did to us. After he died, I didn't know what to feel. But this song made me realize that my old man deserves his peace. I know that he may not be perfect but I'm freeing my hatred is the least that I could do even though he's gone. So, cherish every moment of your days with your loved ones. Reconnect broken relationships. You don't know when's the last time you'll see them. "Let there be no darkness in your heart."
Update:
I am a father for almost a year now. I don't have much friends to hang out with because they have responsibilities too. There are times that I hit rock bottom, reflecting how good or bad of a father I am. I just wish I can talk to my dad, share my experiences. He doesn't need to answer my questions or give me advice. I just want someone that is there for me, will listen and relate to me. That can understand me even though words are not spoken. Now I understood the meaning of "you're lucky, your dad/mom is still alive". If you still have your dad with you, please don't experience what I experienced. Also, I know that my dad wants me to be strong, he wants me to be the best father I could be. I hope you could be too.
You are a good man
Condolence po😢
Rip
Well Said Bro
So sorry for your loss. I needed to read that though. Thank you.
I lost my dad over a decade ago; I was a senior in high school and he died a few months before I graduated. Never saw me graduate, never saw my younger siblings grow up. I wasn't particularly close to him and I always hoped one day I would understand him better and we would get closer but that never happened. Now, as an adult, I feel like I understand him a little better though there are still things I resent him for, I've made peace with the person he was is and resolved to learn from his mistakes if I ever have children.
My father is alive, everything is fine in my life, but I’m listening to this song alone in a bar while the wife and kids are away, and I’m tearing up.
This is the most beautiful heartfelt song I’ve heard in a while.
Gashanovic D same
mane stfu
Paper Planes you idiot
You might be realising you’re not immortal you’re only human and have a child & wife. Try & live everyday to the fullest 🌟
Unseen footage. ruclips.net/video/vPzeRORKORA/видео.html
My dad is 95 and has dementia. We never got on, he wasn't a good father to me and he messed me up.
Now, he's a frail old man who has little memory. He's funny, friendly and I see him several times a week. He's always pleased to see me. It's quite strange. I hug the man goodbye each time I leave, that same man who used to beat me black and blue into my early twenties.
It's all really strange, that I now enjoy his company and he enjoys mine. I don't know how long he has left but I'll be sad to see him gone.
This was a hard video to watch, but oh so beautiful ❤
Respect James X
Jikan ...
You made me drop some tears.. Bless you and your family ! Peace
Bless you for your open and loving heart. I hope it helps you heal somewhat to be able to have this time with him.
Jikan oh my goodness that had me in bits...I’m glad you’re a better person than you’re father was, that you’ve shown how you can turn a terrible childhood in a positive adulthood...you’ve become the difference in the chain of events. I’m heartened that you’ve gone past everything to be kind, forgiving and caring. Bless you
I lost my Dad last year. We all suffered during that time due to his dementia. I lost my cool a few times because he was always confused. I didn’t grieve after the loss because I was so worn out. Thank you for this song! No other song hit the mark for me. This year I can remember the good times and finally grieve for my Daddy.
Everytime I hear this song I just start sobbing. And my dad is okay! I think the thing that touches us most in this song is the fact that so many people have had a complicated life with their father. In my case it was the paradox of my father providing for his family, but because of that he was almost never at home when my brother and I were kids. It hurt me but it hurt my dad aswell. Only later in life we were able to talk about how much we misses eachother in those years. That's why I think the strongest lyrics in this song are "No need to forgive, no need to forget, I know your mistakes and you know mine"... That part just hits me right the feels every single time.
I hope everyone can talk to their dad about their father-child relationship before it is too late if they want to do that. For me it was a blessing.
"James has revealed his father Charles Blount is doing well after receiving an organ donation following his fight with stage-four kidney disease(2020). After a desperate search for a donor last year(2019) (the You're Beautiful singer was not a match), James told The Times that a cousin is - 'now a very, very close cousin!" -just FYI for anyone wondering. So happy for you and your Pop !
Thank you for the update on his dad I was wondering how he was.
Thank you for that and very glad to hear the good news
So glad to hear dad is doing well
@@christinelee2026 His dad are Living ?
Bless him. I have been waiting for 8 years for a kidney transplant.
I'm sorry James, I couldn't make it all the way through your beautiful song - I lost my father last year and just couldn't endure the grief your song brought right back to me. I will listen again, but not today.
Same! Dad in Feb last year. Mom in May. This is heart wrenching!
💕💕💕
🖤🦋
I wanna cry becouse of this
Stay strong ❤️
This is truly what a man feels from the deepest corner of his goddamn heart. To love his father, to make him proud, to take the mantle into his own hands and lead the way without being judged or hurt. But, what I truly took away from this song is the truth - that we all feel the same way about fathers. They are our heroes and we are never prepared to lose them even if we know that they won't be here one day. That void will never be filled and no amount of guilt, pain, anguish, grief, can take that part away. I am grateful to James Blunt for delivering this flawlessly. It was an emotional powerhouse striking gold on every note. You have made your father proud. You have made us all proud and you have inspired us to make our fathers proud.
My dad just had an accident last year, he was having trouble with his back and legs, now he can't walk well and just retired from his job, and now I as the oldest son am struggling to take over the responsibilities so my younger siblings can continued their schooling, and the part "Don't be afraid it's my turn to chase the monster away" really hit me, and I just cried like crazy in silence in my room.
Never heard this song before until I heard Iam Tongi singing it on American Idol, he sung it beautifully. What a beautiful song.
Same here ❤️
Just saw it yesterday... had to check out James Blunt's ... really pulls at your heartstrings 😢
Same here.
Same. I guess we're all here for the same reason, then.
@@turquesa8668 It doesn't pull at your heartstrings. It rips your heart out entirely! I've watched the Hawaiian boy at least six times and never without remembering my own dad who died in front of me at 16, and losing it. I think it's one of the best songs about a parent EVER. I don't really love Blunt's voice but damn, what a songwriter and it doesn't get much more real than this. Thank you both for bringing it to life.
My dad passed away last year, he had Alzheimer's, on the surface he didn't know who I was , but I know in his heart he knew how much I loved him. I am a father of two, don't ever leave your children without love. There is nothing in this world more important...
I will make you proud Dad ... rest in peace, I love you ...
My hero passed away the same time be cause of stroke 😢😢😢😢😢😢73 but i was far 1000 miles away its hurt me badly that I couldn't be there for his last words 😢😢😢
Bless you and your family, I don't know you but I bet your dad will be the proudest father 🫶💙
My dad has the same, Alzheimer its hard to see from the sideline how your dad lose his life
A mí pasó algo parecido,mi padre falleció en plena pandemia,y no pude despedirme de él,porque no se podía viajar por ninguna forma y está canción me ver cuan fragil somos y que nuestros padres tienen vida eterna aquí en la tierra.
lost my dad in 2021 on friday the 13th of august still hurts, i hope you are doing ok dude
I lost my father 2 days ago, I heard this song from a show called American idol, I wanted to learn it for my dad so that I could play this at his funeral, it’s been a few months since I first heard it but I put it off though because I never thought he would be taken from me so soon, and now I sit here with my guitar, learning this song with tears in my eyes, I love you dad, I hope you hear me play this for you in heaven
My dad passed 11 months ago.
My speech started with this song.
Then I did my speech, I can tell you there wasn't a dry eye in the building.
"it's my turn to chase the monsters away"
My dad had dementia and towards the end he was hallucinating, I hope I managed to chase his monsters away
I'm certain that you did your very best.
So sorry. Mine too x
You can do it 🙏
@@alicejwho ((hugs))
@@Azayth103 thanks x
His dad is currently in hospital receving a kidney transplant , lets all think of him and his recovery
I hope everything works out💛
Will be thinking of them both
❤
@@hazmimosafeer286 heart felt song
@@carolcarty6909 I lost my dad ..the most beloved person in my life .so I understand the song perfectly and the emotions it convey..💔
Such a beautiful voice! When this song came out, my son told me that when he heard it it reminded him of our relationship and he would always be there for me, so i looked it up listening to it i cried. He is in his 40s and i am his mum ( shock) his dad and i have been married for 50 years but he knows my secrets and i know his. It’s not always dads and sons. I have daughters whom i love dearly and would give my life for but they are daddies girls. My son and i just get each other we always have. So i praise you dads that are close to your sons who know each others secrets without judgement, and just love each other, it’s a bond that can’t be broken.
Just sent this to my 2 sons who lost their dad 5 years ago.. we were married for 44 years he went to bed and was taken home to be with the Lord… we had our great granddaughter here & she remembers that evening .. since he’s been gone we had two more great grandchildren 🙏🏽❤️🙏🏽
Most people don't know the story of this song...that is James' dad next to him, he is dying of stage 4 kidney disease. I took care of my dad his last year, till the end...I have never cried so hard listening to this song...Thanks for your story and the emotional release, James
Carter Gregg it’s a very sad story. The great thing about music is that it tells a story. In this case (according to his latest interview) they may have found a kidney donor because of this video. Fingers crossed 🤞.
One of the most beautiful song that i heard
I made the mistake of watching this for the first time on a train home after work........welling up in front of commuters.
Omg did you guys hear the amazing news!😍 he could be safe and healthy with luck🙏🙏
His dad is currently in hospital receving a kidney transplant , lets all think of him and his recovery
James blunt is brave for showing such deep emotions. The most honest music video I have ever seen.
Have you watched Jennifer Nettles sing 'Why don't you stay'? Heartbreakingly honest also.
I'm crying
Ahha
Awwwww
How about "goodbye my lover?"
As a 26 year old man who has recently reconciled a life of bitterness with his father, this song is on some other level of emotion. ❤ Great writing.
That's wonderful news!
Not sure if you know but this is a true story about his dad dying of cancer
@@---C_B--- I did not know... I'll most likely be balling my eyes out even more, next time I watch that video, knowing that. 😅
Dad has been gone 3 weeks now. I miss you. I couldn't hold you here anymore. 80 years young. Damn parkinsons took him so fast.
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My dad just passed this afternoon. A friend sent me this. What a beautiful song. My dad suffered from immense back pain since I was a child following a bad car crash, and while I’m comforted knowing that his pain is over, it hurts so bad that he’s gone. We took him in our house and cared for him the past 8 years. I’m going to miss that man.
He is now pain free ....I'm praying for you....and for him🙏🏻♥️♥️♥️🙏🏻......🇩🇪
I am so sorry for the pain you are going through. We have the legacy of our fathers burning inside of us ... I hope that is something that will comfort and carry you through.
WOW you and your family have been such a Blessing to him. Now he's watching over you...
My condolences to you on the passing of your dear father.
If he didn't know Christ, his pain has only just begun.
My dad just passed away yesterday 6/7/24. This song really hits me hard.
I think of my dad all the time,he was my best friend this song makes me cry for him. His wish for me was to see me get sober before he died so i did and still sober
I hope he's proud.
Good job he is proud of you
I truly understand what you mean. My grandfather was my father in every sense of the word....one thing I am definitely proud of is that he passed away after I got sober. Proud to say that I still am- even after his passing, which I was always concerned might be the one thing that could possibly cause me to relapse. Love you pawpaw
Man...I'm a tough guy, or so I thought. I drive a big truck for a living and miss out on so many family things. My dad passed away 12 years ago and I miss him. I just now, for the first time, heard this song and am parked for the day...sitting in the sleeper berth with a soaked t-shirt from, uncontrollably, crying like a baby. I'm not ashamed though...I loved my dad. This song really hit home.
You're a good man Rick Daughenbaugh. I lost my dad about 9 months ago, we didn't have as close of a relationship as I would have liked, I cried so much it broke my heart open. I think thats what a good cry can do, even for us tough guys.
❤
Respect mate
Lol gayyyyy
@@92subi92 Be kind. You only have 1 life. ❤
I didn't get a chance to say goodbye to my dad.
He passed away in 2014, in his sleep.
6 years this year, and I still catch myself picking up my phone to text or call him about something funny that's happened, or just to chat. Then I remember he's gone. It's the strangest thing.
If you're fortunate enough to still have your father (or for that matter, any other parental figure you regard as highly) just tell them you love them. ❤️
Rip 🙏❤️
Virtual hugs coming your way! *hugs you* it's all alright...
My dad was never in my life, but the universe blessed me with a grandfather who married into my family. I was only 13 when I met him, but he changed my whole life.
He became my hero, he became my role model I desperately needed
Back in 2019, he began his long slope into alzheimers. He was transferred into a memory unit away from my grandmother. As his alzheimers progressed, I lost him a little bit more each day. Every time after I'd visit him, I'd sit in my car and scream my voice away.
We lost him in 2022. But I never stopped visiting him. He was always there for me in hard times, why would I be absent from his?
So anyone with a loved one with memory loss, please, be there. It matters more than you know.
My daddy's resting peaceful, but I think I'll clean these tears out of my eyes and try to gain my composure and give my momma a call.
"Its my turn to chase monsters away." This hits me so hard.
I'm crying right now from it ;~;
Not many song lyrics pack a punch like that into just 7 words.
Jessica Guilbeau my too
I feel it too. When I was young, i was scared of the dark. My dad would sit with me every night until I fell asleep. He did this for years, until I wasn't scared of the dark. Now my father has Terminal bone cancer, and all I can do is watch. As a result, a lot of this song hit me. Sleep well father... "it's my turn to chase the monsters away"
"Oh, I'll read a story to you; only difference is this one is true" did it for me
Good Lord, what would we do without James Blunt these days?!?
Music has turned into a characterless, commercial industry.
James Blunt is one of the few original musicians with character, writing his own songs, with meaning, singing them with passion.
I love you James Blunt. Even more than the Cantina Band...
May the force be with you!
Yours, Obi-Wan
James Blunt has the high ground.
He is the chosen one
Thats why I love him. He has the originality that is missing these days
Liar!
Help Cassandra and her family who's going through tough times fighting these monsters. There's a comment down below by her father Ernest Lehti. You can help the funding just by hitting like button on that comment (now that comment is way down below with 500+ likes). I am a stranger to them just like you who came to listen to this heartbreaking song.
Here's the link to the funding www.gofundme.com/f/cassandra-lehti-liver-transplant
My father and I weren't exactly close. He just wasn't a 'feelings' type of father. Years ago, while watching the movie "Nothing In Common" starring Jackie Gleason and Tom Hanks, there was a scene where Jackie's character, father to Tom's character says something to the effect of, "You're the last person I thought would come through for me." I have two older brothers and two older sisters and I took my parents in for the last 10 and 16 years of their lives. Although he never said it, especially in the last few years as dementia set in but, I know I was the last one of his children he ever thought would come through for him. It was a difficult time in the end with both my parents but to those of you who are out there struggling, just know that you are doing the right thing in being there for them.
I first heard this, this past weekend 1st June 2024. My 4 year old granddaughter asked her dad to play this on Alexa. They sang it to eachother. I fell apart. I had witnessed a moment between father and daughter which I'll never witness in my lifetime. I have no doubt this will forever be their song. I will have that moment forever etched in my mind. To hear my 4 year old granddaughter sing this to her dad. It was the most beautiful heartbreaking moment ill ever witness. Thank you James x
My father passed away in December 2013 , aged 79 ., his funeral was held in Morden (South West London) .
By the time we got home by car , it was near midnight . Shattered and tired , I sat down and wrote this :-
I came to see you today, as I looked down where you lay
I tried hard not to shed a tear, and was lost to what to say
You looked so peaceful lying there, as I whispered my goodbye
I kissed your forehead, I asked you to open up your eyes
I looked around the Chapel Of Rest feeling alone there at your side
No way of hiding Dad, the tears again I cried
But I had to leave you lying there, for soon your last parade
I think you were the greatest man, that God had ever made
There were friends and family, and Mum was trying to be strong
To be with you just one more time , the man she'd loved so long
Your funeral went so very well, although rain came down outside
I think it was tears from heaven, as the angels looked down and cried
We miss you Dad, we always will , but no longer are you in pain
Don't know when it will be dear Dad, but one day we'll meet again
I looked down at your coffin., not knowing what to do
I kissed you on your forehead, and said "Dad I love you"...
This is so beautiful, you brought me to tears again. I'm sure your Dad is looking down to you from heaven ❤❤❤❤💐
Beautiful ❤️
Am guessin either u or ur father was a cold stream guard much respect from a fellow Irish guardsman
Dad was .., and I followed him down the drill square ...
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Loved the way he expresses the relationship between a son and his father..
James, it's a beautiful song, and very emotional. I could feel your pain, in the face of helplessness. Don't stop trusting God, never lose hope.
Not just a son. I lost my father in 2018 to cancer, and the last week of his life it really was as he sings. No longer father and child but just 2 adults. Even more painful knowing, in our case, we couldn't chase the monster away. Being there, right at the end you really are willing them to just fall asleep and go peacefully so the monster cannot torment them anymore.
@@Wirgleys236 I had only a couple hours notice that my Dad was going. I wish it had been two grown adults but I felt like he was still Daddy and I was going to be lost without him. I was not lost, I went on with life. It is 9 years now... I miss him so much.
Today my father passed away at 3:17a.m. He didn't tell me how he felt for many times, but today, he says things he had never said before. I LOVE YOU, DAD! I hope you are in a better place now.
I'm so sorry. You dad is looking after you darling.
😭
Sorry
Sorry for your loss, stay strong.
Dad passed in march. I played this song amongst all spiritual songs during his trials and tribulations. I played this one last time for him at his wake as I can’t by catholic law play at his funeral. It was beautiful and I cried so hard. I will forever listen to the song and replay it in my head as the song from my dad‘s wake and funeral. I miss him so much, and I feel lost in the short weeks that he has passed, but the song really gives me comfort because I know it hit every point For how he and I interacted and took care of each other throughout our lives. I miss him so much and if I could give him one more hug on his bony frame, let him know how much I love him on this earth I would. I’ve been lost these past few weeks as I don’t know what to do With my time because it was all devoted towards him. I condensed my job hours into a weekend of 40 hours so I could be there throughout the week to take care of him now all I do is ride my electric bike which I did throughout his convalescence, I drove through the heat. I drove through the mile temperatures, and I drove through the absolute freezing cold, but I did it all for him, and I promised him I would lose weight and getting in shape by commuting to his house from my house, which is about 30 miles. Now at this point I ride so I can have wind in my face and a moment of silence and remembrance I have to get away from my wife and my child to get that type of piece. I know that sounds awful but it’s true. Now I’m trying to, get dad‘s house in order which was my house growing up that makes me sad because eventually I’ll have to sell it and of course now I faced with changing his phone number or cancel it and I know this sounds weird, but that was like a legacy towards me as I knew that number since1982. Can’t just throw it away so I feel like I have to keep it going and I think I might change my cell phone number to that number if I’m allowed. Anyways, not to drag it on, but I feel lost. I’m sad. I miss my father. I wanna hug him and I wish that the last 2 1/2 years weren’t as brutal. Message to anyone reading this take care of your own. Be there for them prepare make sure that they’re taken care ofmoney invest in insurance policies and do what you have to do because you don’t want them dying in a strange place you want them dying and they’re most happiest place, which is most likely their home the place that they worked hard for my advice. I have a clear conscience, knowing that I had my mother and father die and their best place ever.
I lost my Dad on 21st January 2020, his funeral was this Friday 7th Feb . He was 84 Years young. Fit and healthy but caught Pneumonia and went in just three days... When I was in hospital, as he was dying I remember listening to this song and it sums up exactly how it feels to lose your guiding light. It was my job to comfort him through to the end and I now know what a truly broken heart feels as he was my rock for nearly 50 years. Sleep Well DAD XX
Paul you were and are blessed with such a father. Mine, like the majority, did irreparable harm to all he touched .
Mike Phillips I don’t know which is worse, to be honest. My heart goes out to you as I do seem to have been blessed with wonderful parents, for the most part.
My heart goes out to you
... "Sorry for your loss", is all we have to offer. Truly sorry, but, TIME, time will heal the heart but the scar you will want for lifetime because it is that scar that will remind you of the deep love you shared and although it may not seem like it now, in time, you will love the memories that that scar brings back.
1998- My 3 sisters were with our Mom when she took her last breath at home, in bed, when the cancer proved to be stronger than her body.
2009- My brother, sisters and I were with my Dad in the recovery room after his second open heart surgery where we were told his heart wasn't strong enough to keep going. We stood there as they disconnected the life support and we watched him leave us and ascend into heaven.
Time, time is the only thing that heals a broken heart. That in no way means you won't break down and cry when the memories come flooding back.
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Paul
I'm so so very sorry 💔
In January 2019
I lost my Dad (78 years young) after a tragic trip on his stairs 😔 which led to bleed on the brain.
I lost my sister to suicide. 6 years ago also.
Death is so painful , I'm not sure if you feel fearful even though you're grown? There's something about losing a parent.
I'm not coping with the losses myself at the moment at all
Ill be thinking of you x
I really love how they are sitting so close to each other. James Blunt doesn't need any flashy or hyped music videos. He just sits there and sings with true emotions. A true singer.
Listening to this song makes me think much more about the relationship I have with my daughter rather than the relationship I had with my father. This is how I want her to feel. This is my target.
To my dear son... Logan.
I know your dad had to leave, it was so fast. You were there for him the whole 10 years. You were there to take care of him as he passed. It'll be 5 years Sunday. My heart breaks for you. Thank you for sharing this beautifully touching song.
I know he hears you and this song you've dedicated. I know he's so proud of you. You do not realize this, but I know it to be true.
RIP Rob. I love you. Your son and daughter love you. You are so sorely missed. We will always carry a hole inside. One that the 3 of us will never be able to fill. Peace be with the 3 of you.
God Bless You.Thankyou for sharing that.
“Lyrics” 😞
Oh, before they turn off all the lights
I won't read you your wrongs or your rights
The time has gone
I'll tell you goodnight, close the door
Tell you I love you once more
The time has gone
So here it is
I'm not your son, you're not my father
We're just two grown men saying goodbye
No need to forgive, no need to forget
I know your mistakes and you know mine
And while you're sleeping I'll try to make you proud
So, Daddy, won't you just close your eyes?
Don't be afraid, it's my turn
To chase the monsters away
Oh, well I'll read a story to you
Only difference is this one is true
The time has gone
I folded your clothes on the chair
I hope you sleep well, don't be scared
The time has gone
So here it is
I'm not your son, you're not my father
We're just two grown men saying goodbye
No need to forgive, no need to forget
I know your mistakes and you know mine
And while you're sleeping I'll try to make you proud
So, Daddy, won't you just close your eyes?
Don't be afraid, it's my turn
To chase the monsters away
Sleep a lifetime
Yes, and breathe a last word
You can feel my hand on your arm
I will be the last one
So I'll leave a light on
Let there be no darkness in your heart
But I'm not your son, you're not my father
We're just two grown men saying goodbye
No need to forgive, no need to forget
I know your mistakes and you know mine
And while you're sleeping I'll try to make you proud
So, Daddy, won't you just close your eyes?
Don't be afraid, it's my turn
To chase the monsters away
Is it not 'my hand on your arm' and not 'own'?
@@meesamagill1193 yes
Thanks
Thank you! The pain is real!😢
@meesa magill Thanks, edited.
This video went from 3M views to 25M views in days thanks to IAM TONGI on American Idol singing this beautiful song. I hope James Blunt sees his performance it was heartbreaking and beautiful. The lyrics are amazing and I love James Blunts writing skills on this song dedicated to his father who is in this video.
amazing Tongi performance and enhancement.
In this video, James Blunt has his father while Iam Tongi just lost is father.
@@lucylewis7708 that was already stated and obvious
James blunt lives in the United kingdom,england... I don't know if he will see
@@ricg4938 he's definitely going to see if he hasn't already especially when his video views plummeted to double digits bc of this kid
I randomly found out about this song, my father is fine, except we have been away for a while. This is just a beautiful song and it makes me cry.
“while you’re sleeping, I’ll try to make you proud” man it hurts.
1 February 1998 my father died unexpectedly after his third heart attack, I didn’t even know about the second as my family wanted to shade me from that…. We drove from my hometown together and we stopped at my eldest brother’s house where I was staying at that time… He drove off that day without giving me the normal greeting and two and a half hours later we got the news he passed on…. I was studying still and after I achieved what I set myself to be in my career he was not around to show him…. I dedicated to looking after my mother though….
I'm 21 and lost my dad to suicide after his long struggle with mental health, I found this song shortly after his funeral and it just speaks to me, I feel like this song was made for me, yes it is very sad and emotional but the lyrics are just a perfect description of a relationship between father and son. This song is absolutely amazing, so deep, so powerful, it helps me to release my emotions when I am feeling overwhelmed or just having a down day. I can't say how much this song has meant to me and how much it is helping me through my grief but I would like to thank James blunt for this from the bottom of my heart. Truly beautiful.
Hugs. I hope you find strength to carry on...you are loved
@@smileylady485 appreciate it, 🙏 I am strong and will get through this, time heals xxx thankyou ❤
Haydn, I can’t imagine what you are going through. I am glad you can take solace in this beautiful song. It’s amazingly powerful and people take great meaning from it. Love and hugs to you
Sending you lots of love. Hoping you can can find peace. Be happy xxx
Hayden it's not unusual to find that one song that hits home. Twenty four years ago I was leaving the hospice where my father was after midnight. He just couldn't put that cigarette down. As I pulled from my parking spot this song played. It still affects me today. Dad passed with his kids there he didn't consciously know we were there but I think on another way he knew.
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I'm a father of two beautiful little boys, who have yet to reach their teens,
I probably won't be around for when they both become teens,
when they both go to high school,
I won't be around when they both get their first jobs, first real girlfriend,
When/if they ever marry,
I can relate to this song,
I can't close my eyes, as I don't know if I will ever be able open them if I do.
Love you
My little boys,
Whilst you are still here make sure your sons know how much you love them.
Even if they don't understand now one day they will
God bless you and be a light over the boys
Late stage, rare, inoperable cancer here. Just got the news that I am going to be a Grandma. Idk if I'll get to meet him, or her. It's sad. Currently making funeral arrangements and getting things in order. I hope you get to see them grow up.
God bless you and your little boys ❤️ I pray for you🙏 you are amazing father 💕
Llll
Listenend to this song, after my dad passed, a week ago. Driving 800km to go say goodbye, I had some grief coming out, that was quite intense. Pure grief has no words.
Lost my Dad in 2002. His blood sugar spiked to 1250. A blood clot in his leg caused a pulmonary embolism. We gathered around him as the shut the life support off. I sat beside him and held his hand until he was gone. He was only 59. Lost my Mom in 2021 from Alzheimer's. Both loses have broken my heart 💔
My dad is diagnosed with stage IV cancer. Please pray for him.
EDIT: We lost him last week (March 17th, 2021). Thanks for all your prayers. He went in peace and now has no pain :(
God bless you both x
I will, bless you both🙏🙏🙏
Pray he gets better! Stay strong!
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We need more artists like James blunt in the new decade
oh my god he is everygood
Yeeees! Artistas con sentimientos! Viva James blunt 😍💕🇦🇷
Gjr Hatz This Generation Music is still good for example Lana Del Rey or Lady Gaga
Ikr dude
There is plenty of artist like this you just like to listen to mainstream music search
I'm incredibly thankful for my Dad. He's always been supportive, even when he doesn't fully grasp what I'm going through. His unconditional love has lifted me up during times when I've felt inadequate. He's truly a remarkable person, and I feel privileged to have him in my life.
Damn! I lost my dad last November, just in my birthday, after a long and torturous disease, I've never listened this song until today and I can't stop crying. We are two grown men saying goodbye, dad. I miss you everyday so much.
My youngest son sent this to me tonight. I have been in tears for 15 minutes. Being a Father has been the greatest achievement of my life.
Yes watching my son born n grow into a man nothing comes close to it, yes I cried never listened to my dad never told him or my mum how much i loved them both gone a long time back ,gb to everyone who is hurting struggling speak to someone i didn't should have.
It's a breath of fresh air seeing your post... Too many daddies can't articulate emotion.... I just wish mine was one who could....😔
@@fyreandicewolf fyreandicewolf 'cats in the cradle happened to me it wasnt gonna happen to my son it didnt.you have some beutifull vlds on your my stuff list.
I'm 53. I lost my father suddenly in 2013. He wasn't one to show emotions. He never told me he loved me. Even when I was diagnosed with Hodgkin's Lymphoma Cancer at age 20 in 1989. And almost died because of it 3 times. That's just how his parents raised him and his 3 brothers and sister.
But I know he did love me. I know me having cancer tore him up inside. My mother told me about it. BUT it would have been so beneficial to have heard it. However he thought he was doing the right thing by showing strength.
I made the conscious decision when my son was born, he would hear those words from me. I was going to break THAT cycle.
My son will be 23 in November. And to this day, whether it's on the phone or in person, the last thing he hears from me before he hangs up or walks out the door, is the words, I Love You.
And he says it back to me.
@@heatmiserscottyblaze
Thank you for the story
I'll say I love you to my dad and to my future children
My father died from prostate cancer complications on 03/16/2021. Due to the pandemic I will not be able to visit his funeral as I am miles away, 8,500+ miles away. The last time I saw him alive was in December 2019. Rest in Peace, Pa. See you on the other side. Please guide me. If your father is alive and you are reading this, promise me that you will hug him. If you can't hug him, at least call him and tell him you love him.
I'm so sorry. I'm sure he is watching and seeing this. He will be there waiting for you.
i'm sorry for your lost
Sorry for your loss 💙
Sorry for your lost, this morning i received a phone call that my uncle died for exactly the same reason. Im living far away from home and the whole family kept this as a secret for more than 5 years from me. He was like a father to me, i lost my dad when i was less than a year old. I feel your pain
I wish i couldve called him one last time
My dad passed away last September 2024. I may look okay, I may not shed a single tear during the wake, cremation and when I got the heartbreaking call from the hospital but till now, it feels like everything in on loop. I cry in my room every night till now and it feels like it just everything happened just yesterday.
My tears fall down.... And my thoughts is on my mother...
"don't be affraid it's my turn to chase the monsters away" this line hits right in the heart.
yup, true. i felt it in my soul.
Same here... that line in particular made me break down in tears
Me too I accidentally gave u a thumbs down meant to be a 👍
Growing up my brother chased my monsters away, now it's my turn... missing him, that line freaks me out.
Brother didn't pass tho, he is just with a girl I cant stand so we haven't spoken in years 🤣
The one that always kills me is "I know your mistakes and you know mine"
When my dad had a heart attack, I was overseas, and he was recovering in hospital. My brother called and said I needed to come back, so I asked him if I could speak to dad. My brother and I were typical boys who just grew up around dad, and probably took him for granted without thinking that the day would come that he may not be there any more. Dad said "Why are you coming to see me, it's such a long way, and expensive, and I am fine. Don't worry.", to which I said, and I am so glad I did, "No - you are my father, and I love you. I am coming over to see you." That was probably the first time since I was a young kid that I had said that to my dad... but in these moments, you realise how much he really means to you. I returned to Australia, stayed at my parents house, and visited dad every day for the next three weeks as he got weaker, and finally passed away... but my brother and I had both been able to tell him that we cared, and loved him. He was nearly 93.
I couldn't stop the tears when I heard this song... thanks James.
mediamaker ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Heartbreaking.. May your dad rest in peace.. Amen
Yass GUE he got the lifesaver kidney donor!;)
I understand your heartbreak and pain my father died 3years ago and he died in my arms after they had removed his life support machine he held on for an hour and a half of struggling and having seizures it was aweful while tears streamed down his eyes on to my tears connecting then exactly a year later on dad’s anniversary of his passing I lost my uncle to cancer then I lost my uncle who was my best friend my life my world my everything exactly on the 3rd anniversary of my father’s death which was the 3rd February 2020 and that killed me more and more and more I’ve lost 19family members in 3 years and on my husbands side 28members in 3years we are completely broken I don’t feel like me anymore I feel lost and I’ve isolated myself from the whole world I don’t leave my home anymore I lost my father when I was 28yrs old I’m 31yrs old now I have 2 amazing children my son who will be 14yrs old on 17th feb and my daughter who turned 12yrs on Christmas Eve I know how much it hurts so much my father only went in because he had a fall and split his head open and needed it sorting and was due to get sent home they had done his paperwork and then he said he didn’t feel well and collapsed went in to cardiac arrest and stopped breathing it took them 10minutes to get him back and the brain damage was irreversible we spent a couple of days with him before they took him off life support and it still hurts so much like it just happened yesterday except it didn’t
@@kathleenwetherell1205 Very sad to hear your pain, and to have lost so many loved ones in such a short space of time is heartbreaking. Condolences to you and your extended family.
This song was playing on my truck radio as I was leaving the hospital when my Dad passed after a 6 month bout with brain cancer….five years ago. Still quite emotional when I hear it today.😢
I am a 47 year old man. Prior to hearing this song, I would tell you that Joan Osbourne and Jackson Browne’s cover of Dylan’s My Back Pages was the most touching song I had ever heard. Not anymore. This song is a gift from the Universe. Thanks you for being it’s instrument Mr. Blunt.
@Jamesblunts Wow. Didn’t expect a response. Very cool. Just sifting thru life and getting rid of the bullshit. Trying to find that light within. Seems like you’re doing the same. Let’s keep climbing that mountain.
This man is the most underrated artist existing (notice my words: not just a singer, but an artist, a great one)
Edit: thanks for the support guys! Everyone who reads this: love u all, have a great day and stay healthy ❤️
I couldn't agree more with you on that 💯
In my opinion he's a good singer, not more not less.
7pts. out of 10pts.
Why you call him artist or whats the reason for, you like him (his music) ?
James blunt is the one nd only one
most precious composer who can't be described in words
@Anthony Apel
Yeah your Commet is more idiotical.
write me black if you can hold an Conversation.
i only asked why in his opinion he is the "best".
@@genaudas7544 he just said he is the most underrated artist existing. and it's true. Vocally he is a beast, and his lirycs are full of meaning. this is my opinion obv
Beautiful song.
My dad is in hospital tonight, his last night on this earth. He's 90 and there's the fight but no more strength left in him to take on this final illness. I'm devastated. Goodnight dad xx
kevcal hugs ... I lost my Dad in Jan. There are no words.
He passed away 630 this morning, I wasn't with him unfortunately, but spent all day yesterday holding his hand and playing some of his favourite music. He couldn't show he could hear, but when my daughter dropped something on the floor he jumped. Proof I think that hearing possibly is the last sense to go; so words of love and comfort at that time *are* worth it x
kevcal so sorry for your loss!
You brought be your tears. My Dad was only 64 when he died. He was in a coma so I never got to say “goodbye” either. It’s haunted me ever since. 😢
kevcal I’m so very sorry for your loss.
My father and I have never really gotten along he’s made choices in the way he treated me growing up and still treats me today as his caregiver, that pushed me away emotionally as a child and causes me to keep my walls up now as an adult trying to do the right thing and help him as he gets older. This song put a lump in my throat for sure wish I could have that kind of comfort with my father.
First time I’ve ever heard this, my dad’s 70, his dad is 93 in 3 weeks….
The fact that we’re not young anymore and every day slips by breaks my heart ❤
In the words of pink Floyd “and then one day you find, 10 years has got behind you, no one told you when to run, you missed the starting gun”
❤ love you dad ❤
My dad is actually dying right now. He has maybe days left. I had never heard this song until right now. As I'm listening to it I'm sitting here sobbing. As the oldest of 3 daughters and mother of 2 sons, one who has only known my dad as a father figure his entire almost 22 years of life and the other who hasn't had a chance to know him in his almost 5 years of life, it will very soon be my turn to chase the monsters away. Thank you for this beautiful song. I still don't know how to say goodbye.
Be strong. Your dad knows you love him. God bless
@@winniefong4820 thank you so much. He passed away just a few days after I found this song. With all of his daughters and family surrounding him.
@@vanessahawkins9006 your dad is resting in God’s home.
I’m so sorry. 😢 I lost my father last year 2023 accident riding a motorbike while camping. This song broke me when I saw iam tongi sing it :(😢
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I love this song! Mahalo for placing your hand on Iam’s arm giving support while singing your amazing song with him. It was so touching…I couldn’t control my tears 🦋
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Same 🙏❤
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I lost my Dad 5 months ago to the Day and this is the first time hearing this song, I'm a complete mess watching this video. I worked with him for 23 yrs. Beautiful song.
RIP your dad.
"The song Monsters is really about the change of relationship with my father. You can hear that I'm singing it in a way that is as raw as I possibly can, you know, there's no auto-tune on this, and so, there's a real rawness and a naivety in the performance, that at times, I think my record label would have liked me to have smoothed over but I wanted it to be as honest as it could be."
James Blunt
*try not to cry
*cries
Genuine Guy x
I wasn't able to say goodbye to my dad as he died with a heart attack while in Spain on holiday..but dropping him off at the airport and while walking back to the car..something came over me..to go back to the airport and stay
with him for while longer with a coffee ..as we waited for the departure to Malaga..so glad i did...it turned out to be my last goodbye as he died 4 days later ..so miss him..what a beautiful song 💗
So sorry for your loss. This song is so powerful.... x
I cried when I read your comment. I felt something so I called my father on that Sunday and he passed away on Monday. It's ten years ago but suddenly, it felt like yesterday.
My dad was in hospital after a heart attack and I went to see him in hospital every night for 16 days. The final night before he came home I decided, I would take a night off, that was until about 1 hour before visiting time ended. I had this need to see him. I got on the bus and traveled to the hospital and got there 5 minutes before the end of visiting time. I remember the smile on his face when I walked upto his bed.. he came home the following day while I was at work and died in his chair. I so wish I could have chased all the monsters away...
Its incredible how someone could still have theyr dad alive and yet understand the song so well cuz inside everyone know sooner or later either theyr mom or dad will say goodbye one day
My dad passed sitting in the passenger seat of his car with me driving 200 km/hr trying to rush him to the hospital.
We had a tough relationship cause of the man that he was, thats why the lines "No need to forgive, no need to forget. I know your mistakes and you know mine.. " hit so hard
Took me over a year after his passing to somewhat deal with the conflicting feelings of guilt, anger, love and longing.
And this song just pulls on all of those strings
One of the most underrated artists in history, he should be remembered as a legend, at least I will. His songs marked all my youth
Franco David ChangHim well said my man
He really is underrated this reminds me of my step dad but to me my real dad I lost him about 10 years ago and he was a singer and loved this guy
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My brother died in February 2020. Hum to say my heart is broken doesn't come near.
The thing I like best about this song, is it just reminds everyone that celebrities are still human and have feelings like anyone else. You can't lie about that emotion.
"I'm not your son, and your not my father, we're just two grown men saying goodbye" what a great song 😥👏
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I don't get this line
@@linp5939 they are relating to each other as adults and equals.
@@davidkinkead4536 or
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@Lin peace
His dad had alzhiemers so didnt undertand the relationship with his son in the same way
"I feel I only ever saw his mistakes" This pierced my heart like a knife through butter.
The space we have in our hearts for our fathers...undeniable. 2 weeks from today is Father's Day, I'll be there.
Thank you and im so sorry for your loss