No one might see this comment but I used to get beat and abused for years. At one point my own mama didn't recognize me. I was so beat down physically and mentally I didn't think I could ever leave. I know so many will say why didn't you just leave. Easier said than done. My then, young sons watched everything that happened. I still carry that guilt to this day and they are 31 and 29. I finally was able to get out after 10 years. This song gets me every time I hear it.
I was a child of the same circumstances. watched that man do what he did on several occasions. Im 49 years old still dealing with the trauma. If he hadnt been killed by his next wife for the same behavior. I would arrange the meet between him and Satan.
As an old country fan, i can honestly say this is the best reaction to this song i have ever seen. In the south when a man says "wait in the truck" it means all hell is about to break loose.
Yes Sir.... Bama girl here. Wait In the Truck. Usually starts with hurting someone's Mama, Old Lady, Sister or Daughter..... And ALWAYS ends with hella a$s beatin...❤
When you can get in thruck!. Took me 26yrs to wait in the truck. That was due to cops saying black eyes, swollen mouth with missing teeth didn't mean he was abusive. He was shorter than me & they always accused me of abuse????? Like a short person cannot abuse someone taller?????? WTF with men? They worry more about their dick than their lives!
That is so true. I’m a 66 year old white grandmother that scared a boy to death 3 weeks ago for putting his hands on my 17 year granddaughter. We I found out why she was crying , I got my Aluminum baseball bat busted in the room and told him to get out before I knocked his d head off with one lick and he better be gone before I got my 12 gauge pump shot gun. And some how he disappeared so fast he was a blurr. I got in the car and my husband came with me, but I couldn’t find him no where. Lol ant heard from him no more And that’s a true story. You don’t mess with these old school down here in Georgia
Finally a reactor that understands the song!!! You sir are magnificent. You understand the concept of a REAL MAN and the dynamics of the video. He was never sorry he went to jail. He felt justified... I hope he makes more bangers that talk real issues. We need it. Thank you for your opinions. It’s nice to know you get it. BEST REACTION I’VE EVER SEEN!!!!!!
Three chords and the truth... When my husband asked for my dad's blessing when we got engaged, Dad said, You can marry her but if you ever hit her, I'll kill you. " My husband believed him.
Similar story here - when I asked my in-laws for their blessing 2 years ago, my FIL said "I know you love her, I know you'll be loyal to her, and I know you won't hit her." He's several inches taller than me and has a bunch of biker friends. I know he loves me, but I can read between the lines there...
He did the only thing, a man raised right could do ,he put on the armor of God and went to war ,to protect the innocent, protect our women and children ❤ Great Reactions
Probably the greatest reaction I've seen!!!! Thank you for being a real man... I hate when I see reactors (who are men) say "well he didn't have to kill him" YES! he had to die before he killed her or another innocent woman! EXELENT REACTION 💓
When you talked about "Love Language" you were spot on. Too many women have grown up waiting for the shoe to drop and a fist to strike from someone they were told loved them. For them it's all a part of being loved because of the twisted way they were raised. What's worse is that it can destroy any good relationship they may find. They meet a decent guy and the longer they are together the more worried, jumpy and skittish they become. They only know the cycle of the buildup, the snap to abuse, then a short time of "security" while the buildup starts all over. The longer the buildup the worse the snap and abuse will be. I was raised right and never even raised a hand in anger to a woman. When I was 29 and dating a 27 year old woman I learned how it works. For the first month and a half things were fine. Then she started getting quiet and apologizing for the tiniest things that really were nothing. She started jumping anytime I would reach for something or just move my arms too fast. Kept getting worse and worse. I realized she had become afraid of me. I played our whole time together over and over in my head. I couldn't see anything that would cause that fear. Finally one night we sat down and I asked her. It was an all night conversation from there. Short version: something inside her was waiting for the moment I blew up and hit her. Shocked is an understatement. All I could do was ask "Why?". By the end of the night we were both in tears. Yeah, I cried. I felt sad and helpless wishing I could go back and undo what had been done. I also hid the anger I felt and the desire to go have "conversations" with certain people because the last thing she needed that night was to actually see me angry about anything. We didn't stay together but are still friends even now. I cannot confirm nor deny that none of those "conversations" took place. And, luckily, she trusted me enough to keep talking honestly about her life, especially any guy she dated. Anyway it was an eye opener. She went to counseling and leaned on me for several years. I watched her self esteem keep improving along with her relationships. She has been married almost 5 years now to a good decent guy, whom I became friends with as well. I only wish things could turn out as well for any woman caught in the same abuse cycle.
Its been a year so you might not see this, but when he was talking about that I was thinking about the same thing. I grew up in an abusive household and the violence and abuse has become so normal to me that I expect it in a relationship and tend to find people who are aggressive more attractive because that's what I'm used to, it's a weird cycle cause I don't want that relationship like my mum did over and over again but it's what I'm used to and what I associate with "love".
You are the ONLY person that saw the entire picture they painted for us. Hat's off to you Sir, you are 100% on the mark. Best reaction I've seen. You've got me as a sub, respect to you.
I love the line "I never thought my day of justice Would come from a judge under a seat..." because there is a gun called a Judge, so it's a pretty creative play on words. This song and this video is brilliant. It's a callback to the days when MTV and CMT actually played music videos and singers made videos like this that went along so well with the song. I'm making myself sound old but I miss those days and those videos that were like mini-movies, like Reba's video "The Night The Lights Went Out In Georgia" and Garth Brooks's "Standing Outside The Fire." Hardy sings quite a few great songs and fun fact, he has written some pretty incredible songs for others. He co-wrote "Come Back As A Country Boy" and "God's Country" by sang by Blake Shelton, and "Beers On Me" sang by Dierks Bentley and several other songs. The man has some serious talent.
This song brings back a very painful memory I thought I buried 50 years ago. It brought tears remembering the hell I loved for , 4years before I escaped. Waking up to a flying fist and running down the stairs with shots fired at me, trapped in a bathroom and pistol whipped and stomped in the face. Shot in the foot running and a gun to my head more times than ycan count. I finally got so scared I didn't care anymore! I was in a restaurant/ bar where my mom worked and he came in and said if I didn't leave with him he would blow me away! I was terrified but then I thought we'll go ahead, I'm tired of living this way. I looked around and saw people we knew and told him to go ahead because all these witnesses will put you under the jail! He turned and walked out! From that day on, I decided no man would ever lay a hand on me again! He tried to sweet talk me into coming back but I was done and he knew it. I was scared for a long time but I got myself some protection, and knew I'd use it! He moved out of state and I stayed single for over a year to get my head straight. Met a wonderful man! Raised a big family and were together 43 years and married just over 40 before he passed on. God Bless all the women that have gone through and are going through it! There's a Big light at the end of that tunnel! ❤❤
First time I heard this song, I was on my way home from work. I almost had to pull over, it was such a powerful song, it brought tears to my eyes! I felt this song, any woman who has ever been hit, can feel the power in this song! Like classic country, they brought back story telling!
You're literally the first African American male reactor that a: didn't comment on her butt and b: didn't say "I wouldn't pick up a white girl and if I did I'd just take her to the police station." Well done sir. Luv and respect from Newfoundland Canada.
@@Assassyn1980 The butt thing is the main one lol. Every single reaction. Let's forget about the great song, great video...look at that white girls ass. No wonder he stopped. SMH 😂
@@youmayneverknow7829 I've watched just about all of them. I wouldn't post about something that isn't fact. Why are you triggered that I enjoy this reaction?
It was my grandpa that got rid of my sob dad. He abused my mom in ways that are seared into my memory forever. It's been 58 years and I still remember it all. Once I told grandpa that I had nightmares of him coming at us again and he said in a calm voice that there wasn't any chance of that. The sob was never heard from again.
I'm a pacifist, but as a survivor of an abusive bastard, thank you for the passion in your words. It means so much to have someone in my life who I know would do whatever it takes to protect me at all times from anything at all in this world. I'm sure the women in your life all appreciate you, because it's very clear you respect them and love them.
Lainey's voice is SOOOOOOO piercingly beautiful ❤️ like dayummm she touches your soul when she hits it man... Angels cry I'm telling ya!!!! Her voice is a mix of Reba McIntyre and LeAnn Womack 👏🏻🎶🤘🏻 BTW . He smokes the POS dudes cigs 🤣🙄
My younger sister was in a physically abusive relationship. It was a hard lesson to learn. I appreciate your thoughts and reaction. You're a good man. 💖🦋
Loved this reaction. New subscriber. I have never been a fan of country music but I did find this a couple months ago. I can't watch it without crying, but I do enjoy watching reactors as new to it as me. Ages ago, I was her. My abuser made the mistake of thinking my one close friend, who was gay, was not a "man" so he couldn't do anything to stop him. He didn't hide the abuse from him even when I was tied up or bleeding. One day, my friend showed up with two other men and they broke in that "double-wide door" and beat him pretty good. Then he was off to jail on a former warrant of abuse as well. I went into a shelter and finally ended up safe, states away with a new life. 2 years later, he got out...tried it with another young girl and her father unalived him. My friends sent me the news articles. I'm glad for this song and happy for your reaction, so thank you, Sir.
The line "I never thought my day of justice would come from a Judge under the seat" is a reference to a Taurus revolver that fires both .410 shotgun shells and .45 Colt cartridges. A great little gun to have in the nightstand if a 12-gauge isn't close by...
I was once advised to trade my Beretta for this instead... Only concern was if they made alternate grips small enough for a woman to control it well. That Beretta was a finely balanced and easy to shoot weapon, but when you ony get one chance and one shot against an unknown size and threat in the dark- well 💁
I hated this new country music until Hardy. All the songs you mentioned are genius, yet so different from each other! You know he's great if he got away with Mockingbird and Crow. 😉
Love your reaction, so insightful, thank you so much for really sharing. I had to run with my 3 babies to save our lives, we started over with only the clothes we were wearing, the cops were no help (I tried repeatedly and they looked at my bloody busted up face and told me if did as I was told he wouldn't hit me) and after years of getting away with it, he just got worse. Every situation is different, but the constant is that no one has the right to abuse another person, I couldn't tell my brothers how bad it was or I would've been told to wait in the truck.
Thank you for such an enthusiastic reaction. This song hits home for SO many women and the failure of the supposed justice system is in large part to blame. I was kidnapped at gunpoint by my ex after I’d left him and he’d paid someone who was supposed to be my friend two grand to find me. The police literally didn’t even investigate, not even after the serial numbers from his gun started materializing on the huge knot on my forehead. Only one detective believed me. Two years later, that same detective was subpoenaed at the trial that finally imprisoned him. She said she was traumatized by my case because she knew that when I left the police station, I would probably end up murdered and there was absolutely nothing she could do. Finally he did something so heinous with so much evidence against him that FINALLY I was heard and believed. It only took two years of me being held hostage and assaulted and beaten to near death and involvement of the SWAT team for me to get away, luckily alive but barely so. He got attempted murder and other charges…….did six years and got out. So many women die waiting for the justice system to do it’s damn job, which inevitably means the asshole does a year or so and gets out even IF they actually see a day in court. Restraining orders do NOTHING. The justice system does NOTHING. But a good man or woman with an equalizer can………
I'm a true lover of all music, but I really have a deep love for country music, as a southern girl (Tennessee). This is one of my favorite songs because of the context, and your reaction was genuinely spot on! You've got a new subscriber 👏🏼 I won't share my personal experience in detail, but this song hits different when your able to feel the lyrics from first hand experience 🖤 💯
This wasn’t just a reaction video. This was a full blown analysis that was so deeply insightful and poignant about every single aspect of this song/video. I’m blown away and SO impressed. You sir, are a MAN and a hero right up there with Hardy.🙋♀️🙌🫶
Hardy is so Awrsome .He wrote so many songs for other country artist and then one day he said I'm going to sing my songs. His songs come from the heart. Laney Wison is what I as a Country girl speaks for me.
This is the first time I’ve watched any of your reviews. I don’t mind you chiming in and what some people called, interrupting during your reviews. I love the Fact that you were always speaking truth! I’m gonna go ahead and subscribe and watch some more of your stuff. I am also one of those guys who cannot control myself if I see a man of using a woman. My wife says this song fits me perfectly.
I've listened to 20+ reviews of those video. Only you could bring me to tears. You made me remember things from my childhood I forgot. An odd thank you, but thank you. Full acceptance is the only way to appreciate this song.
Hardy has made a career of writing number one hits for other artists. He wrote gods country for Blake Shelton. He has won songwriter of the year the past two years in a row. Hes just recently made the decision to perform his songs himself. Check out his track "Wall to Wall".
This is the song myself and other domestic violence victims needed! When I heard this for the first time, I cried so hard. I knew when I met my now husband, my days of getting beat by a man were over. He would “let the hammer drop” before letting anyone hurt me.
All the lyrics and story line get me..... but when she says “thank you” ... oh my goodness, it breaks me every time! That and her still waiting in the truck! Phew! Lord have mercy on him!
Thank you so much for this reaction-what you said to the women is priceless advice. I’m 56 and lived with my first husband who verbally and occasionally (2 x a year I guess) beat me for 27 years. He’d leave me on the side of the road in the snow with our 3 kids watching as they’d drive off. I left him finally-and married a good man I’d known for just as long. He’s a good man-not a narcissist like my first husband -but I knew he had a temper too. in the 7 years we’ve now been married he went to jail once for choking me when he was drunk, and another time gave me a black eye. He quit drinking and went to anger therapy and I’ve stayed married-but the total trust I thought I had is gone. I’m “too nice” as I never want to rattle the cage I guess. I can honestly say I’m not a difficult or mean person. I just accept too much. I’m a middle class woman from a good family-I. Have a home and what I need, but it has cost me more than I wished. My dad never even raised his voice or spanked me as a child-he passed 3 years ago from Alzheimer’s. I didn’t learn it, but got married the first time at 22 right out of college and it caught me by surprise- I’d never seen violence. But my youngest child is my only girl-and she has allowed men to physically, mentally and sexually abuse her. The cycle I started is repeating itself. My life is not all bad-I’m not asking for pity or sympathy at all-but I want to say sir that your words are so true. I’ve rewatched this reaction several times. You give me hope for the next generation. My oldest son came to visit (27) last week. He unbeknownst to me was upset with my ex his dad and he brought over unknown to me a bottle of vodka. He is a “sometimes”recovered addict of 14 years, and last week he drank that vodka and took something. I begged him not to leave or let me drive him home but he was out of his mind drunk. He kicked in my whole glass storm door and shattered it when i took his keys, and then grabbed them from me. I told him I’d call the police if he tried to drive. I tried to block his car and couldn’t-he hit 60mph in my quiet neighborhood in 10 seconds with people out walking, driving through the yards. So i did what I said and called the police to stop him. They arrested him and he went nuts and of course to jail. Now my son won’t speak to me, and my exes family thinks I am so awful for turning him in. But you know what? I’m doing what’s right to break this cycle of violence drinking and aggression. He may never speak to me again-but he and whatever stranger that might have been in his path are all still above ground and not 6 feet under this week. So I’m trying to break this cycle I allowed to start over 30 years ago. I’m strong, I’m happy despite it all-and I hope I’m “writing” a guidebook for my daughter and women after me to not not fall into this life, and not be afraid to stand up. I hope I’m one mom that can break the cycle. Sorry this was so long-I just had to let you you know how thankful I am to you, to God, to all that fight this for spreading the message you did. I thank you kind sir!!!
Love your reaction. This song hits hard. EVERY thing you saw and reacted to, was exactly the way I reacted when I saw this. I am a country fan, and this introduced me to Lainey and Hardy. Lainey is going to be as big as Carrie Underwood, or, in the 90's, Faith, Martina and maybe even Reba. She is one to watch. Hardy is doing his own take on country. Listen to some others and that dude knows how to friggin' rock! Thumbs up and subscribed.
Hello Ray!! Yepppp liked this one Quite a bit bc of the backstory to the song!! TWO of the very best songs from Hardy are: Give Heaven Some Hell & A Rock!!! I truly hope you react to A Rock bc it's so very well written as a Song and the Video is compliments the story Perfectly!!!
My friend I love your take on this song and video. You nailed exactly what this video is all about. Hardy is my favorite artist especially because of this song. Mad respect for Hardy. You got a new subscriber now.
As you saw with this song, Hardy is a lyrical genius with the way he uses words to tell a story. Definitely check out more of his stuff - there hasn't been a single song I've listened to of his that disappointed. I'd recommend checking out "A Rock", "Give Heaven Some Hell", "Signed, Sober You" and every damn song on the album he just released "the mockingbird & THE CROW".
Sir, thank you from bottom of my heart ♥ for your reaction. I'm a DV survivor. My abuser was my husband and he abused me physically, sexually, mentally and emotionally. He controlled every part of my life as je threatened to hurt my elderly parents and disappear with our son. He was low down enough to do it too. I was so beaten down psychologically, I was terrified to fight back because if I did, it would be my fault if something bad happened to somebody else but me. I went to police and lawyer and law didn't protect me because we were married and if I left, it was considered abandonment per law and he would get our house, land and everything. If I left with our son to protect us both, it was considered kidnapping. If I told daddy, who was 80 but still a crack shot (he didn't miss), I'd be waiting in truck, my husband would be dead and daddy would go to prison. What was i to do? Talk about being in the corner from HELL! My husband had an affair and tried to make side chick my FRIEND to keep me off scent. I had friends to spy and I got pictures and video to use in court and got divorce. For the folks who say, " Why didn't you just leave?" Like it's easy. I say, "Walk in my shoes, keep your big mouth shut, and YOU figure it out when EVERY option you could take is going to get SOMEBODY hurt and maybe really bad. " I'm so grateful to Hardy and Lainey for bringing DV to forefront like this. And thank YOU sir, for your honest and very passionate reaction. May God bless and keep you always.
I grew up like this. Me and my mom got abused for 20 years until I put a stop to it (I'm a 5'4" woman by the way, and he was a cop). He became a guest of our local ICU for 2 weeks. I still have PTSD re the things that happened to me when I was a kid, but I cant say I wouldnt losetouch with reality and do the same thing to some random abuser just like he did in the song.
Love this song, gonna say he's not a hero just a man willing to do what he felt needed to be done which was trade his freedom(being locked up) for hers. Gotta admire his conviction, even if you don't approve of what he did.
This is the first time I've had goosebumps from a song and it not be from the sound of the voice/music but from the actual lyrics.....that was wild. Anyone know of other songs that can do this? I'm interested.
You could check out "Whiskey Lullaby" by Brad Paisley/Alison Krause. Country music can definitely hit all the feels. Also, "The Little Girl" by John Michael Montgomery still gives me goosebumps/makes me cry every time.
This song is firsts the first time I heard Hardy, was a few months... Now I'm a fan! Have both his cd's LOTS of great stuff!... First check out the mockingbird & The Crow!... It'll blow your mind!!!
You nailed it, son! Great reaction vid. Thanks for sayn it REAL. Hardy tells a great story in song. He’s a master. So many more for you and us to take in. SOLID!
Longest reaction I've seen to this song in THE BEST WAY. Thank you for taking the time to truly appreciate this video for what it actually represents. So many others don't give this song the true appreciation it deserves. I'm fortunate to not have experienced this kind of abuse in my life but, unfortunately, I have many friends who were not as lucky. I know this reaction is about 5 months old and I see you haven't done any other Hardy reactions since. If you have a few minutes, PLEASE check out HARDY "Give Heaven Some Hell." Even if you just listen and don't have time to react to it, I promise you it's worth the listen.
HERE TODAY FOR BROTHER RAY , DEFEND THE LADIES HE'S HERE TO SAY , TELL THE TRUTH , HE'S NOT HERE TO PLAY , " WAIT IN THE TRUCK " , HE'LL SHOW THE WAY , HIS REWARD IS COMING ANY DAY , NO SURPRISE IT'S 50K ! #HOGLOVE2UBROTHER
I relate so much to this story, I’ve dealt with being abused most of my life. Even my ex wife broke my nose and my arm. Sadly nobody cared because I am a guy. 😢 great review.
No man or woman should raise their hands to another. My ex husband had a woman living with him that abused him. He was a gentle giant and wouldn't defend himself. I found out after the fact and she had moved to another state. I wanted to go find her and make him wait in the truck. He wouldn't let me. I pray to God she doesn't come back because that will be the last to thing she ever does.
Much respect you have a new follower just for being a straight up man!!!!! This song touches every single woman that has been in this situation. Can wait to see more of your reaction videos
I want to thank you. I've watched about 80 of these reaction videos. U r 1 of about 5 right now to say you should NEVER hit a woman. I'm shocked that more people haven't said this. I've come out of a relationship like this. There was no one to help me but I got my sons and myself out of their. Thank you for your video.
Your reaction to this song is tied for my favorite with only 2 others, reacted to every line the same as me and treated the subject with respect to survivors. Earned a sub, love your personality friend 💗
i love your reactions because they always align with me on every song I dont care what it is you feel the same soul vibe I feel! Its amazing how the music talks to us as individuals
I'm here late but the way you broke down your thoughts on the video and the topic was really good. It's clear that you're a good person who can think deeply. Great reaction.
I have sat back and watched honestly almost every reaction this video and your reaction your reaction channel has to be the best I've ever seen in all the reactions of this song. Nobody get it so right as you have thank you sir I appreciate it very much this is definitely my number one favorite reaction.
No one might see this comment but I used to get beat and abused for years. At one point my own mama didn't recognize me. I was so beat down physically and mentally I didn't think I could ever leave. I know so many will say why didn't you just leave. Easier said than done. My then, young sons watched everything that happened. I still carry that guilt to this day and they are 31 and 29. I finally was able to get out after 10 years. This song gets me every time I hear it.
Thank u for sharing your story and am happy that u left that situation, its show how strong you are and its an honor to have u on my comments❤️🙏🏽
God bless you darlin’.
No words, just a huge huuuug♥️💪💯
No words here. God bless you and your boys. Unthinkable, where I come from, fer shure. ❤
I was a child of the same circumstances. watched that man do what he did on several occasions. Im 49 years old still dealing with the trauma. If he hadnt been killed by his next wife for the same behavior. I would arrange the meet between him and Satan.
I noticed Hardy only asked for mercy from the Lord not from the judge. A real man! What a video
What an idiot
As an old country fan, i can honestly say this is the best reaction to this song i have ever seen. In the south when a man says "wait in the truck" it means all hell is about to break loose.
Facts especially in Alabama.
Yes Sir.... Bama girl here.
Wait In the Truck. Usually starts with hurting someone's Mama, Old Lady, Sister or Daughter..... And ALWAYS ends with hella a$s beatin...❤
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When you can get in thruck!. Took me 26yrs to wait in the truck. That was due to cops saying black eyes, swollen mouth with missing teeth didn't mean he was abusive. He was shorter than me & they always accused me of abuse????? Like a short person cannot abuse someone taller?????? WTF with men? They worry more about their dick than their lives!
FACTS!!! Somethings going down after you hear "Wait in the Truck"
That is so true. I’m a 66 year old white grandmother that scared a boy to death 3 weeks ago for putting his hands on my 17 year granddaughter. We I found out why she was crying , I got my
Aluminum baseball bat busted in the room and told him to get out before I knocked his d head off with one lick and he better be gone before I got my 12 gauge pump shot gun. And some how he disappeared so fast he was a blurr. I got in the car and my husband came with me, but I couldn’t find him no where. Lol ant heard from him no more And that’s a true story. You don’t mess with these old school down here in Georgia
Hell ya that would be me too you don’t mess with my kids or my family .I’m a woman but I will protect and serve my family ❤️
Patting my foot so hard, my shoe is smoking!
The dynamic of her being in his truck at the end of the video and her continuing to "Wait In The Truck" was a great way to tie it all together.
IKR!!
They did win awards for this beautiful vid!!!
Finally a reactor that understands the song!!! You sir are magnificent. You understand the concept of a REAL MAN and the dynamics of the video. He was never sorry he went to jail. He felt justified... I hope he makes more bangers that talk real issues. We need it. Thank you for your opinions. It’s nice to know you get it. BEST REACTION I’VE EVER SEEN!!!!!!
As a southern woman, we know when a good ole boy says “wait in the truck” something is going to go down
“I never knew my day of justice would come from a ‘Judge’ under his seat” damn, chills every time.
Me too, and no one else seems to pick up on it
I have a Taurus 357....@@RobsHandMonkey
No one ever picks up that line ever that judge under the seat did wat a sitting judge wouldn't do ill do my 20 years
The end while she is walking away, free from the chains, while Hardy is heading back to his cell with the chains. Such a powerful scene!
Three chords and the truth...
When my husband asked for my dad's blessing when we got engaged, Dad said, You can marry her but if you ever hit her, I'll kill you. " My husband believed him.
Similar story here - when I asked my in-laws for their blessing 2 years ago, my FIL said "I know you love her, I know you'll be loyal to her, and I know you won't hit her." He's several inches taller than me and has a bunch of biker friends. I know he loves me, but I can read between the lines there...
He did the only thing, a man raised right could do ,he put on the armor of God and went to war ,to protect the innocent, protect our women and children ❤ Great Reactions
PREACH!!!! so good to hear a man that not only has real home trainin and proper morals, but UNDERSTANDS
she's still waiting in the truck...his truck!!! Love it!!!
Love the reaction!!
Probably the greatest reaction I've seen!!!! Thank you for being a real man... I hate when I see reactors (who are men) say "well he didn't have to kill him" YES! he had to die before he killed her or another innocent woman! EXELENT REACTION 💓
When you talked about "Love Language" you were spot on. Too many women have grown up waiting for the shoe to drop and a fist to strike from someone they were told loved them. For them it's all a part of being loved because of the twisted way they were raised. What's worse is that it can destroy any good relationship they may find. They meet a decent guy and the longer they are together the more worried, jumpy and skittish they become. They only know the cycle of the buildup, the snap to abuse, then a short time of "security" while the buildup starts all over. The longer the buildup the worse the snap and abuse will be. I was raised right and never even raised a hand in anger to a woman. When I was 29 and dating a 27 year old woman I learned how it works. For the first month and a half things were fine. Then she started getting quiet and apologizing for the tiniest things that really were nothing. She started jumping anytime I would reach for something or just move my arms too fast. Kept getting worse and worse. I realized she had become afraid of me. I played our whole time together over and over in my head. I couldn't see anything that would cause that fear. Finally one night we sat down and I asked her. It was an all night conversation from there. Short version: something inside her was waiting for the moment I blew up and hit her. Shocked is an understatement. All I could do was ask "Why?". By the end of the night we were both in tears. Yeah, I cried. I felt sad and helpless wishing I could go back and undo what had been done. I also hid the anger I felt and the desire to go have "conversations" with certain people because the last thing she needed that night was to actually see me angry about anything. We didn't stay together but are still friends even now. I cannot confirm nor deny that none of those "conversations" took place. And, luckily, she trusted me enough to keep talking honestly about her life, especially any guy she dated. Anyway it was an eye opener. She went to counseling and leaned on me for several years. I watched her self esteem keep improving along with her relationships. She has been married almost 5 years now to a good decent guy, whom I became friends with as well. I only wish things could turn out as well for any woman caught in the same abuse cycle.
Its been a year so you might not see this, but when he was talking about that I was thinking about the same thing. I grew up in an abusive household and the violence and abuse has become so normal to me that I expect it in a relationship and tend to find people who are aggressive more attractive because that's what I'm used to, it's a weird cycle cause I don't want that relationship like my mum did over and over again but it's what I'm used to and what I associate with "love".
You are the ONLY person who has ever recognized the "Thank you" THANK YOU for noticing it!! That man SAVED her life!
You are the ONLY person that saw the entire picture they painted for us. Hat's off to you Sir, you are 100% on the mark. Best reaction I've seen. You've got me as a sub, respect to you.
This song has blown up in country charts and won awards. Great story
AMEN 🙏
I love the line "I never thought my day of justice Would come from a judge under a seat..." because there is a gun called a Judge, so it's a pretty creative play on words. This song and this video is brilliant. It's a callback to the days when MTV and CMT actually played music videos and singers made videos like this that went along so well with the song. I'm making myself sound old but I miss those days and those videos that were like mini-movies, like Reba's video "The Night The Lights Went Out In Georgia" and Garth Brooks's "Standing Outside The Fire."
Hardy sings quite a few great songs and fun fact, he has written some pretty incredible songs for others. He co-wrote "Come Back As A Country Boy" and "God's Country" by sang by Blake Shelton, and "Beers On Me" sang by Dierks Bentley and several other songs.
The man has some serious talent.
This song brings back a very painful memory I thought I buried 50 years ago. It brought tears remembering the hell I loved for , 4years before I escaped. Waking up to a flying fist and running down the stairs with shots fired at me, trapped in a bathroom and pistol whipped and stomped in the face. Shot in the foot running and a gun to my head more times than ycan count. I finally got so scared I didn't care anymore! I was in a restaurant/ bar where my mom worked and he came in and said if I didn't leave with him he would blow me away! I was terrified but then I thought we'll go ahead, I'm tired of living this way. I looked around and saw people we knew and told him to go ahead because all these witnesses will put you under the jail! He turned and walked out! From that day on, I decided no man would ever lay a hand on me again! He tried to sweet talk me into coming back but I was done and he knew it. I was scared for a long time but I got myself some protection, and knew I'd use it! He moved out of state and I stayed single for over a year to get my head straight. Met a wonderful man! Raised a big family and were together 43 years and married just over 40 before he passed on. God Bless all the women that have gone through and are going through it! There's a Big light at the end of that tunnel! ❤❤
Lainey is from rural Louisiana and in my opinion has one of the best, genuine country music voices
Lainey's daddy is also Brian Wilson from the Beach Boys.
@Staci Varnum that's not true her dad's name is Brian, but he was a farmer, not the beach boy, 2 different Brian's.
@@stayuf his name is Brian Wilson but he's a cowboy not a beach boy
@@Melody-bourbonite4life I must have read misinformation sorry.
@@bigrig4177 I must have read misinformation, sorry.
I still get chills, when she simply says "Thank you"
First time I heard this song, I was on my way home from work. I almost had to pull over, it was such a powerful song, it brought tears to my eyes! I felt this song, any woman who has ever been hit, can feel the power in this song! Like classic country, they brought back story telling!
You're literally the first African American male reactor that a: didn't comment on her butt and b: didn't say "I wouldn't pick up a white girl and if I did I'd just take her to the police station." Well done sir. Luv and respect from Newfoundland Canada.
LOL...I was going to say the same. Thanks
@@Assassyn1980 The butt thing is the main one lol. Every single reaction. Let's forget about the great song, great video...look at that white girls ass. No wonder he stopped. SMH 😂
I've watched a ton of reactions to this song. Haven't seen one "black guy" say anything like that.
@@youmayneverknow7829 I've watched just about all of them. I wouldn't post about something that isn't fact. Why are you triggered that I enjoy this reaction?
@@zedsdead6969 I'm not triggered but I've honestly never seen one reactor say anything inappropriate like that in ANY reaction video.
It was my grandpa that got rid of my sob dad. He abused my mom in ways that are seared into my memory forever. It's been 58 years and I still remember it all. Once I told grandpa that I had nightmares of him coming at us again and he said in a calm voice that there wasn't any chance of that. The sob was never heard from again.
I'm a pacifist, but as a survivor of an abusive bastard, thank you for the passion in your words. It means so much to have someone in my life who I know would do whatever it takes to protect me at all times from anything at all in this world. I'm sure the women in your life all appreciate you, because it's very clear you respect them and love them.
Lainey's voice is SOOOOOOO piercingly beautiful ❤️ like dayummm she touches your soul when she hits it man... Angels cry I'm telling ya!!!! Her voice is a mix of Reba McIntyre and LeAnn Womack 👏🏻🎶🤘🏻
BTW . He smokes the POS dudes cigs 🤣🙄
He deserves an award for that is one hell of a song and video❤❤❤❤
My younger sister was in a physically abusive relationship. It was a hard lesson to learn. I appreciate your thoughts and reaction. You're a good man. 💖🦋
You know, Hardy without realizing you know Hardy he has wrote 4 many major artist With many chart topping songs. Now hes just doing it on his own.
Loved this reaction. New subscriber. I have never been a fan of country music but I did find this a couple months ago. I can't watch it without crying, but I do enjoy watching reactors as new to it as me. Ages ago, I was her. My abuser made the mistake of thinking my one close friend, who was gay, was not a "man" so he couldn't do anything to stop him. He didn't hide the abuse from him even when I was tied up or bleeding. One day, my friend showed up with two other men and they broke in that "double-wide door" and beat him pretty good. Then he was off to jail on a former warrant of abuse as well. I went into a shelter and finally ended up safe, states away with a new life. 2 years later, he got out...tried it with another young girl and her father unalived him. My friends sent me the news articles. I'm glad for this song and happy for your reaction, so thank you, Sir.
Hardy is BADASS!! The Mockingbird and the Crow, SOLD OUT is freaking AWESOME!!
The line "I never thought my day of justice would come from a Judge under the seat" is a reference to a Taurus revolver that fires both .410 shotgun shells and .45 Colt cartridges. A great little gun to have in the nightstand if a 12-gauge isn't close by...
I also use mine as a snake gun. It’s was my husband’s idea. 😁
I was once advised to trade my Beretta for this instead...
Only concern was if they made alternate grips small enough for a woman to control it well.
That Beretta was a finely balanced and easy to shoot weapon, but when you ony get one chance and one shot against an unknown size and threat in the dark- well 💁
Hardy..........."A Rock"....."Mockingbird and crow"........"Sold out".....deep dive into it. Country+Rock. Hes a great story teller and writer.
I hated this new country music until Hardy. All the songs you mentioned are genius, yet so different from each other! You know he's great if he got away with Mockingbird and Crow. 😉
All are great suggestions! Get em Ray! 🔥
I like *"Jack"*
This is the greatest reaction to this song on YT
I love coming back to this reaction. Only wish I had someone like you in my corner when I needed it. 😢😢😢
Watch their country music award presentation of this video. It’s awesome. Their vocals are awesome. I’m glad you appreciated it.
You need to see the live version of this
Love your reaction, so insightful, thank you so much for really sharing. I had to run with my 3 babies to save our lives, we started over with only the clothes we were wearing, the cops were no help (I tried repeatedly and they looked at my bloody busted up face and told me if did as I was told he wouldn't hit me) and after years of getting away with it, he just got worse. Every situation is different, but the constant is that no one has the right to abuse another person, I couldn't tell my brothers how bad it was or I would've been told to wait in the truck.
Thank you for such an enthusiastic reaction. This song hits home for SO many women and the failure of the supposed justice system is in large part to blame. I was kidnapped at gunpoint by my ex after I’d left him and he’d paid someone who was supposed to be my friend two grand to find me. The police literally didn’t even investigate, not even after the serial numbers from his gun started materializing on the huge knot on my forehead. Only one detective believed me. Two years later, that same detective was subpoenaed at the trial that finally imprisoned him. She said she was traumatized by my case because she knew that when I left the police station, I would probably end up murdered and there was absolutely nothing she could do. Finally he did something so heinous with so much evidence against him that FINALLY I was heard and believed. It only took two years of me being held hostage and assaulted and beaten to near death and involvement of the SWAT team for me to get away, luckily alive but barely so. He got attempted murder and other charges…….did six years and got out. So many women die waiting for the justice system to do it’s damn job, which inevitably means the asshole does a year or so and gets out even IF they actually see a day in court. Restraining orders do NOTHING. The justice system does NOTHING. But a good man or woman with an equalizer can………
This man was a child watching his mom get abused, now grown he ain’t having it flashbacks.I feel ya brother.
I'm a true lover of all music, but I really have a deep love for country music, as a southern girl (Tennessee). This is one of my favorite songs because of the context, and your reaction was genuinely spot on! You've got a new subscriber 👏🏼
I won't share my personal experience in detail, but this song hits different when your able to feel the lyrics from first hand experience 🖤 💯
This is a badass song
This wasn’t just a reaction video. This was a full blown analysis that was so deeply insightful and poignant about every single aspect of this song/video. I’m blown away and SO impressed. You sir, are a MAN and a hero right up there with Hardy.🙋♀️🙌🫶
Best reactor on the Tube💯. Never listened to country b4..but this was 🔥
Appreciate that
Hardy is so Awrsome .He wrote so many songs for other country artist and then one day he said I'm going to sing my songs. His songs come from the heart. Laney Wison is what I as a Country girl speaks for me.
So glad you are checking out Hardy. This was my first introduction to him. Great song and fire reaction as always my friend!
This is the first time I’ve watched any of your reviews. I don’t mind you chiming in and what some people called, interrupting during your reviews. I love the Fact that you were always speaking truth! I’m gonna go ahead and subscribe and watch some more of your stuff. I am also one of those guys who cannot control myself if I see a man of using a woman. My wife says this song fits me perfectly.
I've listened to 20+ reviews of those video. Only you could bring me to tears. You made me remember things from my childhood I forgot. An odd thank you, but thank you. Full acceptance is the only way to appreciate this song.
I freaking Love it Ray. I could smoke out all night and just listen to you reviewing songs.
Best reaction I have seen on this song. You truly get it.
Hardy has made a career of writing number one hits for other artists. He wrote gods country for Blake Shelton. He has won songwriter of the year the past two years in a row. Hes just recently made the decision to perform his songs himself. Check out his track "Wall to Wall".
**"Sold Out"*
I just wanted you to know your reactions are awesome. 💙
I appreciate that
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This is the song myself and other domestic violence victims needed! When I heard this for the first time, I cried so hard. I knew when I met my now husband, my days of getting beat by a man were over. He would “let the hammer drop” before letting anyone hurt me.
All the lyrics and story line get me..... but when she says “thank you” ... oh my goodness, it breaks me every time! That and her still waiting in the truck! Phew!
Lord have mercy on him!
Thank you so much for this reaction-what you said to the women is priceless advice. I’m 56 and lived with my first husband who verbally and occasionally (2 x a year I guess) beat me for 27 years. He’d leave me on the side of the road in the snow with our 3 kids watching as they’d drive off. I left him finally-and married a good man I’d known for just as long. He’s a good man-not a narcissist like my first husband -but I knew he had a temper too. in the 7 years we’ve now been married he went to jail once for choking me when he was drunk, and another time gave me a black eye. He quit drinking and went to anger therapy and I’ve stayed married-but the total trust I thought I had is gone. I’m “too nice” as I never want to rattle the cage I guess. I can honestly say I’m not a difficult or mean person. I just accept too much. I’m a middle class woman from a good family-I. Have a home and what I need, but it has cost me more than I wished. My dad never even raised his voice or spanked me as a child-he passed 3 years ago from Alzheimer’s. I didn’t learn it, but got married the first time at 22 right out of college and it caught me by surprise- I’d never seen violence. But my youngest child is my only girl-and she has allowed men to physically, mentally and sexually abuse her. The cycle I started is repeating itself. My life is not all bad-I’m not asking for pity or sympathy at all-but I want to say sir that your words are so true. I’ve rewatched this reaction several times. You give me hope for the next generation. My oldest son came to visit (27) last week. He unbeknownst to me was upset with my ex his dad and he brought over unknown to me a bottle of vodka. He is a “sometimes”recovered addict of 14 years, and last week he drank that vodka and took something. I begged him not to leave or let me drive him home but he was out of his mind drunk. He kicked in my whole glass storm door and shattered it when i took his keys, and then grabbed them from me. I told him I’d call the police if he tried to drive. I tried to block his car and couldn’t-he hit 60mph in my quiet neighborhood in 10 seconds with people out walking, driving through the yards. So i did what I said and called the police to stop him. They arrested him and he went nuts and of course to jail. Now my son won’t speak to me, and my exes family thinks I am so awful for turning him in. But you know what? I’m doing what’s right to break this cycle of violence drinking and aggression. He may never speak to me again-but he and whatever stranger that might have been in his path are all still above ground and not 6 feet under this week. So I’m trying to break this cycle I allowed to start over 30 years ago. I’m strong, I’m happy despite it all-and I hope I’m “writing” a guidebook for my daughter and women after me to not not fall into this life, and not be afraid to stand up. I hope I’m one mom that can break the cycle. Sorry this was so long-I just had to let you you know how thankful I am to you, to God, to all that fight this for spreading the message you did. I thank you kind sir!!!
Superheroes don't wear capes..your best line ever
I know plenty of vets that feel the same. We will do anything to help you out of your situation. We got your back. No questions
Love your reaction. This song hits hard. EVERY thing you saw and reacted to, was exactly the way I reacted when I saw this. I am a country fan, and this introduced me to Lainey and Hardy. Lainey is going to be as big as Carrie Underwood, or, in the 90's, Faith, Martina and maybe even Reba. She is one to watch. Hardy is doing his own take on country. Listen to some others and that dude knows how to friggin' rock! Thumbs up and subscribed.
She doesn't feel guilt she feels relief and gratitude. He feels he did the only thing he could and he would do it again
Hello Ray!! Yepppp liked this one Quite a bit bc of the backstory to the song!! TWO of the very best songs from Hardy are: Give Heaven Some Hell & A Rock!!! I truly hope you react to A Rock bc it's so very well written as a Song and the Video is compliments the story Perfectly!!!
My friend I love your take on this song and video. You nailed exactly what this video is all about. Hardy is my favorite artist especially because of this song. Mad respect for Hardy. You got a new subscriber now.
Watching again Ray! Your reaction was on point. Only sad I didn't ask you to react to it.
As you saw with this song, Hardy is a lyrical genius with the way he uses words to tell a story. Definitely check out more of his stuff - there hasn't been a single song I've listened to of his that disappointed. I'd recommend checking out "A Rock", "Give Heaven Some Hell", "Signed, Sober You" and every damn song on the album he just released "the mockingbird & THE CROW".
Sir, thank you from bottom of my heart ♥ for your reaction. I'm a DV survivor. My abuser was my husband and he abused me physically, sexually, mentally and emotionally. He controlled every part of my life as je threatened to hurt my elderly parents and disappear with our son. He was low down enough to do it too. I was so beaten down psychologically, I was terrified to fight back because if I did, it would be my fault if something bad happened to somebody else but me. I went to police and lawyer and law didn't protect me because we were married and if I left, it was considered abandonment per law and he would get our house, land and everything. If I left with our son to protect us both, it was considered kidnapping. If I told daddy, who was 80 but still a crack shot (he didn't miss), I'd be waiting in truck, my husband would be dead and daddy would go to prison. What was i to do? Talk about being in the corner from HELL! My husband had an affair and tried to make side chick my FRIEND to keep me off scent. I had friends to spy and I got pictures and video to use in court and got divorce. For the folks who say, " Why didn't you just leave?" Like it's easy. I say, "Walk in my shoes, keep your big mouth shut, and YOU figure it out when EVERY option you could take is going to get SOMEBODY hurt and maybe really bad. " I'm so grateful to Hardy and Lainey for bringing DV to forefront like this. And thank YOU sir, for your honest and very passionate reaction. May God bless and keep you always.
I grew up like this. Me and my mom got abused for 20 years until I put a stop to it (I'm a 5'4" woman by the way, and he was a cop). He became a guest of our local ICU for 2 weeks.
I still have PTSD re the things that happened to me when I was a kid, but I cant say I wouldnt losetouch with reality and do the same thing to some random abuser just like he did in the song.
Glad you're checking out Hardy!! He's an awesome songwriter and did a lot of work with Morgan Wallen!! Awesome reaction and much love❤️🤘🏼❤️
Love this song, gonna say he's not a hero just a man willing to do what he felt needed to be done which was trade his freedom(being locked up) for hers. Gotta admire his conviction, even if you don't approve of what he did.
They did win a award and number 1 song ..the words never thought my justice from a judge under seat .. gun
This is the first time I've had goosebumps from a song and it not be from the sound of the voice/music but from the actual lyrics.....that was wild. Anyone know of other songs that can do this? I'm interested.
You could check out "Whiskey Lullaby" by Brad Paisley/Alison Krause. Country music can definitely hit all the feels. Also, "The Little Girl" by John Michael Montgomery still gives me goosebumps/makes me cry every time.
Wow. That’s the most insightful reaction I’ve ever seen. I needed a smile tonight. New sub.
Welcome aboard!
This song is firsts the first time I heard Hardy, was a few months... Now I'm a fan! Have both his cd's LOTS of great stuff!... First check out the mockingbird & The Crow!... It'll blow your mind!!!
You nailed it, son! Great reaction vid. Thanks for sayn it REAL. Hardy tells a great story in song. He’s a master. So many more for you and us to take in. SOLID!
Ware the wrath of a righteous man.
Semper Fi!
Longest reaction I've seen to this song in THE BEST WAY. Thank you for taking the time to truly appreciate this video for what it actually represents. So many others don't give this song the true appreciation it deserves. I'm fortunate to not have experienced this kind of abuse in my life but, unfortunately, I have many friends who were not as lucky. I know this reaction is about 5 months old and I see you haven't done any other Hardy reactions since. If you have a few minutes, PLEASE check out HARDY "Give Heaven Some Hell." Even if you just listen and don't have time to react to it, I promise you it's worth the listen.
Thank you for understanding ❤
Best video in a long time. There are heroes, and domestic violence must end. Hardy and Lainey....Well Done.
Back city streets or back country roads. We both have our way of seeing justice done!
At the end where she gets in his truck, i lost it ❤
I love this song, was waiting for you to react! I’ve been there and this song means alot to me! Stay lifted and much love✌️💚😁
BEST REACTION to this song I've watched ❤
Yes! Youre a man with a man's heart ❤️
You need to watch the live version of this song on the CMA show. It is great live!
True but the music video is better because it adds visuals, too
HERE TODAY FOR BROTHER RAY , DEFEND THE LADIES HE'S HERE TO SAY , TELL THE TRUTH , HE'S NOT HERE TO PLAY , " WAIT IN THE TRUCK " , HE'LL SHOW THE WAY , HIS REWARD IS COMING ANY DAY , NO SURPRISE IT'S 50K ! #HOGLOVE2UBROTHER
OMFG THIS WAS THE BEST THING I HAVE READ , THANK YOU SO MUCH YPU DONT NNOW WHAT THAT MEANS TO ME🙏🏽💪🏾💯
This is by far the best reaction video I’ve ever seen. Subscribed
Best reaction. Attention to detail and empathy beyond what I’ve seen in other reactions. Excellent. Well done
I get the chills every time I hear this!❤❤❤
I relate so much to this story, I’ve dealt with being abused most of my life. Even my ex wife broke my nose and my arm. Sadly nobody cared because I am a guy. 😢 great review.
No one should be treated that way no matter if u a guy or girl , am sorry that u had to deal with that.
No man or woman should raise their hands to another. My ex husband had a woman living with him that abused him. He was a gentle giant and wouldn't defend himself. I found out after the fact and she had moved to another state. I wanted to go find her and make him wait in the truck. He wouldn't let me. I pray to God she doesn't come back because that will be the last to thing she ever does.
Ray, you are truly a wonderful man!❤
Much respect you have a new follower just for being a straight up man!!!!! This song touches every single woman that has been in this situation. Can wait to see more of your reaction videos
I want to thank you. I've watched about 80 of these reaction videos. U r 1 of about 5 right now to say you should NEVER hit a woman. I'm shocked that more people haven't said this. I've come out of a relationship like this. There was no one to help me but I got my sons and myself out of their. Thank you for your video.
I love your heartfelt reaction. I lived through h*ll and wish there had been a man in my family like you. God bless you.
That's because you are a MAN and not just a male. God bless you.
Hardy is definitely the kind of man you want on your side of righteousness.
Your reaction to this song is tied for my favorite with only 2 others, reacted to every line the same as me and treated the subject with respect to survivors. Earned a sub, love your personality friend 💗
i love your reactions because they always align with me on every song I dont care what it is you feel the same soul vibe I feel! Its amazing how the music talks to us as individuals
Best blind reaction ever
I'm here late but the way you broke down your thoughts on the video and the topic was really good. It's clear that you're a good person who can think deeply. Great reaction.
I have sat back and watched honestly almost every reaction this video and your reaction your reaction channel has to be the best I've ever seen in all the reactions of this song. Nobody get it so right as you have thank you sir I appreciate it very much this is definitely my number one favorite reaction.
The best reaction to this song I've seen.
This is the best reaction I’ve heard on this amazing song. Liked and subscribed.