It’s been 3 weeks today since my best friend took his own life, me and him liked this song and used to listen to it regularly. Since he’s been gone every lyric in the song just sounds as if it was wrote about him. RIP Ben mate, love you x
I'm a black 22 year old from Florida. I did not understand country culture until I listened to Zack's music. His pen is crazy. The lyrics and story telling are so poetic and human. The emotion in his voice really brings out that passion for life
You almost there Understand your skin color don't matter brother. We're all gods creatures. Stay with the blues/ country. It's thr greatest music on earth....I recommend lynyrd skynyrd...start with tuesdays gone then free bird it's the greatest southern rock blues band of all.time
@@jaybru5399 The context of my skin color was included because from my observation, country music is not very popular in our culture. I know that has to do with some stereo types and negative associations that you may infer. But I just like good music, and I know color should not be the lens through which I make every decision. I love art and I love genuine passion. And I will continue to explore and appreciate things outside my comfort zone. Thanks for the recommendations, and I hope you find joy in your life.
@NellonDesign_777 your peopoe come from the south. They deter their heritage because of the slander that comes with it. Once your people jump that hurdle youll realize. This is music, and music is for all of us. Not just white men.
When he said “was a boy who was a dreamer, and he flew so high and proud, in a world full of people out to cut his young ass down” I felt that on a deep level
Hit me deep, I am a go jolly guy, and people have been lying at my school to try to get me expelled. Nothing can really upset me and I guess every one just dosn't like me there. On the bring of being expelled but I am still going. 17 days left.
This man is the future of American music. I am a 67 yr old man from upstate ny who was raised on 70’s rock and roll. Zach is one of the greatest singer songwriters I have ever heard in my life. His words are life. I am a fan for life
Does the 67 year old man from Northern New York have anything to say about the "future of American music" suggesting people don't stop going South in order to find acceptance?
But he only uploaded this on 6th of september, which was 46 days before your comment. 1 Days = 86,400 Second, 46 days = 3,974,400 Seconds, to watch it 1 million times you would of spent 165,000,000 second watch it, meaning there is just not enough time for you to have done this.
@Nathan Plumley i don't know why you've listed a load of random names are they singers? Sorry the only one I recognise from that list is counting crows
To anybody reading this, I pray that whatever is hurting you or whatever you are constantly stressing about gets better. May the dark thoughts, the overthinking, and the doubt exit your mind may clarity replace confusion. may peace and calmness fill your life
Whenever I listen to this song the only thing I can think about is my boy Hayden Harris. Soldier of C troop 1-89 CAV 10th Mountain Division was his favorite song and he got all us into it. Rest in peace brother. We'll never forget you. You were the best damn soldier that I ever met. God bless
My girlfriend left me a week ago after she told me I was her forever. This song inspired me to chase down my dream in Georgia. Thank you sir for this great song.
yup, I listen to mainly Hip-Hop and never really liked country much but this kind of music that Zach's making with heart and soul and packed with truth resonates so much with me!!!!! love Zach's heartfelt writing and the passion in his vocals!!!!!
@@GoodxJbro that’s the exact situation I’m in, listen to mainly rap and r&b, but this is incredible, the imagery in the writing is what gets me every time
@@aidensnacklad4178 Get lost with that nonsense. Don't tell me you believe in some imaginary magician in the sky?! Lolol I think you need to drink more water.
LYRICS : Was a boy who was a dreamer and he flew so high and proud, in a world that was full of people out to cut his young ass down. No one ever understood, a single word he said, and they’d cast him to the wolves when he wasn’t well and fed. Well boys we got a riser, a riser in our midst, and he will get the last laugh if it’s the last thing he did. And he used to roll around in that red dirt mud, but now he’s skipping town and that dreamers out for blood. Don’t stop going, going south. Cause they’ll let you play your music, real damn loud. Don’t stop heading, heading south, cause they’ll understand the words that are pourin from your mouth. And that dreamer’ll call his daddy, and tell him what he did, had the masses screaming lyrics of a messed up kid. Then he told his daddy, he was never coming back, to be cut down again in a town like that. And he surely came to learn people come to watch you fall. That dreamers out to make a name and a fool out of em all. They’ll never understand that boy and his kind, cause all they comprehend is a worthless dollar sign. Don’t stop going, going south. Cause they’ll let you play your music, real damn loud. Don’t stop headin, headin south, cause they’ll let understand the words that are pouring from your mouth (X2)
Drunk af in the middle of the night, but still a perfect recording. you're not hearing music folks, you're hearing a man's soul being poured out of his mouth.
Truest dam thing I've ever heard keep up the music man this hits a whole lot diff then anything else I felt this in my heart its sum alot of people can connect to
Can't tell ya how many times im up at 3 am, joint in my mouth, tears in my eyes ,playing those strings till my fingers bleed...pouring my heart out into the night sky ....wondering if I'm the only one in this world who hates what's in the mirror ,but trys to love everything else
This song changed everything in my teenage sons life. He sent it to me, and it let me into the feelings of his soul for a minute and I understand him and his feelings in a completely different way. Thank you.
@Jessie Sanders she didn’t even say anything personal, she was thanking him and she’s aloud, I loved her comment, made me realize that I can actually show my feelings to my parents. Love don’t hate
@@heidiprice1405 Sweet girl, as a mom I beg you to share your feelings with your parents. I love when my kids open up to me, even if it's through music. Just let us in, when we all understand each other it makes the world of difference in the whole families lives. 🤗
Lyrics are very good although if you ever wrote a song there is a lot of lyrics you just come up on the spot for what sounds good. He could have an amazing life and never really went through what he wrote. Then again he could have been through it all.
My son worked hard playing sports all of his life. He always dreamed big. The last year of high school even though he was asked to play for some colleges for different sports, he told me he wasn’t playing. He always loved playing sports but never loved the drama that came with it. Despite how hard he worked there would always be a nasty person trying to knock him down. I actually had a Mom come up and tell me another Mom said she was sick of hearing his name called over the loud speaker. I remember thinking, “Wow, I was just saying my prayers for her child when he broke his leg.” My son never missed a practice, a camp, etc. since he started playing as a child. He worked so hard. He did not play any sports his first year of college. One day while at school the first year, he sent me this song. I cried because I knew what he was thinking without him saying a word. It was so fitting. He started practicing again and running to prepare for the next year of college sports. Now he plays this song before his college lacrosse games. Thank you for lifting my son up. The power of music is amazing and I hope that it will continue to lift you up when life gets you down as well. God bless you! My whole family loves your music Zach! 😊
Never stop working for your dreams, because the pain we endure now cannot compare to the joy that is coming! (Romans 5:8) People will always try to stand in our way, but God has a plan for each of us and we just need to stay strong in him and who we know we are. For me personally its very difficult for me to find motivation, especially when I don't know what I want to work for. Graduation is coming just around the corner for me, as well as big decisions involving my career. Your story gives me a spark of hope honestly, because I need to start remembering who is with us during our storms! Thank you for sharing, and know that your words always make a difference! God Bless you and your Son!
Sorry to hear my fellow wanderer on this adventure and mystery we call life. She and some stuff might be gone but the most important relationship in your life is the one with yourself. Just keep your heart open and let universe (for you I guess it's god) guide you to where you are meant to be. We belive in you, you got this! Find your purpose and give it away! /A brother ( from another mother )
Don't steer away from your path. Preach them words. I walked away and can say you being a pastor is a great discipline for oneself. Times will get better.
Same here brother. Been three years. Lost my marriage and ministry within the span of 6mths all bc my exwife wanted to live " her best life". You got a unique pain, and I understand every bit of it.
I found this song by accident on Spotify at work today, listened to it about 12 times and said I can’t wait to get home and watch a cover of it so I can play it on the guitar. Then I find this video and man I’m even more blown away
@@jordanhardebeck4106 I found it right when I needed to. It encouraged me to make a huge leap in my life that payed off in indescribable dividends. This man changed my life and doesn’t even know it. 🙌🏼 will always be my favorite artist
@@jarretthangliter2292 he’s got a concert on my birthday in July where I live and it’ll be the first time I’ve seen him live, I can’t wait I hope I get to meet him, he’s gotten me through many a drunken night
Him live sounds exactly like the studio version. That is raw talent. Unfortunately this kind of country doesn't last. I can't wait to hear more from this dude. He deserves the fame he is getting.
Got this from youtube recommendation. It finally got something right. Happens from time to time. edit: Hope you're having a great time! You've done so much. I know you're tired. This is a safe space. The weakness you feel today will be your strength tomorrow. Love is the way.
I’m a 24 year old guy from Glasgow. Have only just found the amazing music of Zach Bryan and cannot stop listening. Voice is genuine and soulful. Coming to Nashville in the summer for first time in the states and am just amazed at this man
Listening to this from the UK, I finally see the prospect of traversing across the sea to a new land, full of prospect and promise, some where to start a new life and feeling that freedom Americans hold on to so strongly to this day
I found out the other day this was Zach Bryan’s first hit and he used to be in the Navy. He would play around the fire for his buddies and at a local bar just cause he liked to! One time his friends filmed him playing this and it went viral! He’s the only other person besides Elvis to be discharged from service due to success in music! Legend ❤
@@Bobby223boucherhe did say something along those lines on JRE a while back, he was honorably discharged to follow his music career, and the only person granted that privilege before him was Elvis Presley.
Humans are amazing, seriously tho. the fact that he’s singing, moving both hands differently, moving his leg to the beat are all being processed by the brain at the same time, it’s so complex really. We are amazing
You want to know what’s more amazing than humans? Our Creator who sent His only begotten son, Jesus Christ, to die in our place so that all of our sins could be forgiven. This sacrifice appeased God’s wrath against our wickedness. Whoever believes in the gospel Christ has the right to be to be reconciled to God the Father, and be legally declared a child of God.
@@71hammyman as a musician myself, this isn't complex for anyone with a background in music. I think what he's saying is how advanced the human brain is that we can do things like this with ease. Not that the music is complex, but that humans have a very high ceiling.
@@boogie8844 yeah that's fair enough, cant really add anything to that tbf. Although I think it's funny what people don't realise they are easily capable of doing in a short amount of time.
Zach, You’re one of those rare types of artists that people learn about and follow long after you’re gone. Don’t stop what you’re doing. You’re going places my friend. Just keep doing what you’re doing.
I keep coming back to this one. Really hits knowing the setting this was recorded in. Feels like listening to the guy in the barracks we all knew who played guitar in the smoke pit.
“That dreamer called his daddy to tell him what he did as the masses scream the lyrics of a messed up kid” One of my favorite lyrics to this day. He did it! The masses scream the lyrics of a messed up kid as loud as they can!
His voice was dead set serious in that part as well. This version is better than the recorded version. I've loved this dude and wish to meet him someday.
Am I the only one who apparently misinterpreted this song. I thought it was about a kid who was misunderstood and kept getting bullied and ended up shooting up the school. According to this comments section, I’m way off.
I’m the same way mate I’m not looking for perfection with artist vocals hitting every note perfectly holding the same note no no no I want to hear your soul sing I want to hear an artist that wrote the song SING THE DAMN SONG
Right now, I'm miles from home, in Europe. I miss North Carolina like hell yet there was no sense of home for me in Charlotte. My father was always gone overseas (as a contractor) and was gone from the time I was 8 until i graduated at 18. Now, I'm living in a place where people truly don't understand the words that pour from my mouth. Now I'm the one telling my dad I don't know when I'm coming home. Zach, you have me singing your words half a world away, wishing nothing more to be heading further and further South again ❤
I'm in northern NY on the Canadian border and it's dreary as hell here this time of year. You're making me want to go visit my best friend who lives right outside of Charlotte now.
Man it’s late at night and I’ve been in a funk lately with being laid off from work during this oil crash, broken up with by my girlfriend, worried about life in general and here this song pops up in my feed. Thank you. It hits hard.
Hang in there man this bad shit cant last forever. Keep pushing forward you can make it through this. We are all fighting like hell atm dont give up or give in.
Stay up buddy ive been moving around my whole life with my parents ive been everywhere ive been to different schools different towns different states ive been everywhere i finally settled this year i have my own place now. Keep ya head up man miracle are always around the corner.
I would like to sincerely thank every single person who has supported this man before he was famous, you are the reason he has the success and love that he does today and y’all are the reason this music has reached me. I cannot thank you all enough.
I just can't take how good this guy is... He's pumping out banger after banger, all with deep and hard hitting lyrics. I've had all his tracks on repeat for days now! Every now and again, you get the magical combination of talent, accumulated skill, life experience and creative flow - that's Zach Bryan right now... If he keeps his focus pure and keeps making music from the heart, he'll be one of the greats.
I absolutely love this song. I moved 600 miles away from home seven months ago. I was running from "family" who wanted nothing more than to bring me down. Ive turned 360 degrees in the past 7 months. My life has changed for the better in more ways than I could imagine and I know this is only the begining. They tried to feed me to the wolves but I came out with the wolves standing behind me.
I remember my dad showing me this about two years ago, I didn’t think much of it then but now he’s one of my favorite artists. Coming back gives me so many good memories and Zach Bryan had helped me so much. I know my dads looking down on him and grinning.
That man got fire in his eyes and this is definitely my new favorite jam. First ive heard of Zach Bryan and let me say he’s definitely got my attention. You could tell that song meant a lot to him. #Thisisrealcountry
IMO, the ability to transfer emotion through a song is an exceptional gift. Many sing great songs with great voices. Few can do what this young man does.
@@oklahomaoutdoors4856 best friends folks weren't well off and never used ac, hated sleepovers at his place cause they had a few window units and I'd sweat my balls off
There’s a big difference between singing with the throat, singing from the gut and singing from the heart. This is definitely from the heart. You have an amazing voice.
For anyone who wants to play this on guitar, here's how :) - Standard Tuning - Capo 4th Fret - - Structure of the Song - Verse, Verse, Chorus, Verse, Bridge, Chorus - Verse & Chorus Chords & Strum Pattern - Am, F, C, G For each chord, strum: ↓↓↑↓↑ (x2) - Bridge Chords & Strum Pattern - Am, F, C, G For each chord, strum: ↓ Hope this helps out! If you get stuck or need a little extra help, I just posted a video lesson for this on my channel :)
dude i stumbled across this song recently, tried to teach myself how to play it, couldn't figure it all out. the odds of u posting this comment today, the same day I decide to watch this vid again are crazy, thank god u did tho cause ima watch ur vid and learn it tomorrow
We did it for him, man. We did it. Finding these videos early on all I wanted was for this man to get his recognition, feels amazing to know he’s living it live!
He is one of the greatest artists ever. Insane vocals and lyrics hit every emotion every song. You are the best Zach, looking forward to seeing you live some day
It’s amazing how you can tell that he cares about this town just by his facial expressions. This is an amazing song and if you’re reading this, please don’t stop doing what you love. You’re the type of person who inspires me to someday get out of this small town.
I can only assume he’s had an offer. Been popping up in my algorithm for months. I think he is refusing to sell out at this point, as he says in this song “worthless dollar sign”
@@BennettParsons1 I read somewhere that he and his buddies went to a studio once but it wasn't for them so he's just going the slow route for now. He's still in the Navy, surprisingly, for the quality and quantity of music he's putting out
Morgan Freeman it’s such a weird thing because as someone with no musical talent, i tell myself that I would “make it big, do big shows but stay true to myself.” But he’s saying fuck all that, and it makes me respect him 10x more.
“Heading South” freaking amazing…You’re an amazing song writer. That’s heart, body, soul, mind and music. I love it. I’m proud of you and thankful. Great musician.
Zach Bryan is the kind of person to inspire you to be your best self without even trying to. How’s lyrics are so powerful that he could change people if he wanted to
@@landonanderson6766 think what you want bud. It was jones Oklahoma we were all sittin round a bonfire and only a few people knew who he was when he showed up
the fact that this kid is able to write these things and to sing them with that voice is just unbelievable. I'm so glad I've discovered him, can't stop listening...
You know it’s good when no one is bitching about it being filmed vertically.
Yeah yu right
Filming vertically now is sometimes cool. It fills the whole screen on a phone. Just don’t watch RUclips on a computer like a fucking weirdo
@@carlmustard4841 true, i personally don't even own a computer because I can do I need and want to on my phone
Eric Homewood all squares are rectangles, but not all rectangles are squares.
nah fr
It’s been 3 weeks today since my best friend took his own life, me and him liked this song and used to listen to it regularly. Since he’s been gone every lyric in the song just sounds as if it was wrote about him. RIP Ben mate, love you x
Bless his soul...Rest in peace.
BBK UK I’m sorry brother stay strong
Keep him alive in your memories. Much love from Texas keep your head up brother
I'm so sorry mate. Hold ya head. Texas love. Texas bless.
Love from Australia my brutha keep on keeping on and stay strong !!!
I swear the sound of him losing his voice makes this so much better.
It does it makes the song 100% better
Agreed
That's just his voice.
Agreed. So very raw when his voice cracks there
it’s called a yodel and it’s on purpose
I'm a black 22 year old from Florida. I did not understand country culture until I listened to Zack's music. His pen is crazy. The lyrics and story telling are so poetic and human. The emotion in his voice really brings out that passion for life
Country is of the soul.
You almost there
Understand your skin color don't matter brother. We're all gods creatures. Stay with the blues/ country. It's thr greatest music on earth....I recommend lynyrd skynyrd...start with tuesdays gone then free bird it's the greatest southern rock blues band of all.time
@@jaybru5399 The context of my skin color was included because from my observation, country music is not very popular in our culture. I know that has to do with some stereo types and negative associations that you may infer. But I just like good music, and I know color should not be the lens through which I make every decision. I love art and I love genuine passion. And I will continue to explore and appreciate things outside my comfort zone. Thanks for the recommendations, and I hope you find joy in your life.
@NellonDesign_777 your peopoe come from the south. They deter their heritage because of the slander that comes with it. Once your people jump that hurdle youll realize. This is music, and music is for all of us. Not just white men.
The dude cheated on his wife…
Capo: 4 fret
Chords shapes: Am - F - C - G
Bpm: 103
Have fun
Thank you kind sir🙏
Hmm I got 102bpm
He plays that weird G.
@@andycopland3179 C/g you mean?
Thank you mate don’t care about the amp bring in back the strings!
When he said “was a boy who was a dreamer, and he flew so high and proud, in a world full of people out to cut his young ass down” I felt that on a deep level
Listened to this song a couple times didn't really grab that line till now but I feel it
Deep
No one ever understood a single word he said and they cast him to the wolves when he wasnt well and fed hit me hard
Fr
Hit me deep, I am a go jolly guy, and people have been lying at my school to try to get me expelled. Nothing can really upset me and I guess every one just dosn't like me there. On the bring of being expelled but I am still going. 17 days left.
Amazing how putting some actual feeling behind a song can attract even people that dislike the genre
Isaac Morgan this genre is the music genre!
DEADASS
Some people just like hearing the sounds others like hearing the music
Big facts i hate country but this is nice
@@kennysloth6953 Yh but this is more folky
This man is the future of American music. I am a 67 yr old man from upstate ny who was raised on 70’s rock and roll. Zach is one of the greatest singer songwriters I have ever heard in my life. His words are life. I am a fan for life
Dam
I prefer Jesse Welles check him out he’s great but Zach is good to
Where in upstate, sir? My home town is Remsen!
Does the 67 year old man from Northern New York have anything to say about the "future of American music" suggesting people don't stop going South in order to find acceptance?
Clear to see one of his influences is Johnny Cash
Country music needs more artists like this kid.
As a black dude if there were more country artists like this I'd be a country fan.
The stuff they play on the radio is complete shit. I love songs like this one.
@@ginsuma1402 I strongly agree not a huge country guy but he's something different
They do. Tyler Childers
Now I'm not saying we dont but we need more people like George Jones and merle haters.
He’s only sweating because this is the millionth time I’ve replayed this
But he only uploaded this on 6th of september, which was 46 days before your comment. 1 Days = 86,400 Second, 46 days = 3,974,400 Seconds, to watch it 1 million times you would of spent 165,000,000 second watch it, meaning there is just not enough time for you to have done this.
Dan Vipond I’m goku my guy
Dan Vipond he is goku he’s got a point
@@michaelbland433 if you were superman I'd understand but you're just goku
THEBackpack 10 I mean your not wrong🤗
Bro. These lyrics are literally A class, you're clearly singing straight from the heart. Incredible man
Strait from the heart coz he'd clearly off chops
@Nathan Plumley i don't know why you've listed a load of random names are they singers? Sorry the only one I recognise from that list is counting crows
Yea lord lord bless y’all lord bless you y amen lord bless amen praise Jesus Christ lord lord amen amen lord amen thank lord amen lo
They’re actually incredibly generic
To anybody reading this, I pray that whatever is hurting you or whatever you are constantly stressing about gets better. May the dark thoughts, the overthinking, and the doubt exit your mind may clarity replace confusion. may peace and calmness fill your life
Thanks mate
Thanks! I needed that!
A lot of people including myself need to hear this, thank you, you beautiful soul❤️
thank you friend
We need more people like you
Whenever I listen to this song the only thing I can think about is my boy Hayden Harris. Soldier of C troop 1-89 CAV 10th Mountain Division was his favorite song and he got all us into it. Rest in peace brother. We'll never forget you. You were the best damn soldier that I ever met. God bless
May his soul rest in peace brother
🧘♂️🙏
Rest in piece
@@Machiningiscool karma is real and you’ll get yours
@@Machiningiscool This is a real man that died it isn’t a joke it’s real lives
My girlfriend left me a week ago after she told me I was her forever. This song inspired me to chase down my dream in Georgia. Thank you sir for this great song.
Live your life man, put yourself first and follow your dreams. its a new chapter for you
Good luck brother 👊
I lived in Georgia sense I was born , now Im currently living in NY after high school I’m moving back down south to Gatlinburg Tennessee
Come on down
Currently in the same place. Hope all is well brother.
“Cause all they comprehend is a worthless dollar sign” hits hard. This guy seems so genuine.
KillerKlown really creative, catchy song writer!
I love this guy!
For now..
I’m so glad country is going in this direction, because honestly this transcends the label and is just great music.
yup, I listen to mainly Hip-Hop and never really liked country much but this kind of music that Zach's making with heart and soul and packed with truth resonates so much with me!!!!! love Zach's heartfelt writing and the passion in his vocals!!!!!
@@GoodxJbro that’s the exact situation I’m in, listen to mainly rap and r&b, but this is incredible, the imagery in the writing is what gets me every time
It’s like country folk music pretty much
I'd call this folk rock with country twang
Yep
Can tell how much this song means to him from the facial expressions. Blessed to listen to this song
God doesn't exist mate.
@@baswold7979 okay?
@@baswold7979 God bless you Barry s
@@aidensnacklad4178 Get lost with that nonsense. Don't tell me you believe in some imaginary magician in the sky?! Lolol I think you need to drink more water.
bless u barry
This version will always be 1,000,000x better than the actual studio version.
facts
For sure
fax that shit like its '99
Big facts
Fr
LYRICS : Was a boy who was a dreamer and he flew so high and proud, in a world that was full of people out to cut his young ass down. No one ever understood, a single word he said, and they’d cast him to the wolves when he wasn’t well and fed. Well boys we got a riser, a riser in our midst, and he will get the last laugh if it’s the last thing he did. And he used to roll around in that red dirt mud, but now he’s skipping town and that dreamers out for blood.
Don’t stop going, going south. Cause they’ll let you play your music, real damn loud. Don’t stop heading, heading south, cause they’ll understand the words that are pourin from your mouth.
And that dreamer’ll call his daddy, and tell him what he did, had the masses screaming lyrics of a messed up kid. Then he told his daddy, he was never coming back, to be cut down again in a town like that.
And he surely came to learn people come to watch you fall. That dreamers out to make a name and a fool out of em all. They’ll never understand that boy and his kind, cause all they comprehend is a worthless dollar sign.
Don’t stop going, going south. Cause they’ll let you play your music, real damn loud. Don’t stop headin, headin south, cause they’ll let understand the words that are pouring from your mouth (X2)
FoG Hybrid 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
FoG Hybrid r u ok?
TheMastaPlan I’m aight I reckon?
Chords: Am F C G
Noah Horton your a god❤️❤️😭😭
This might be one of the many greatest videos in music history. Unsigned and still serving his country. Talent is everywhere.
Best raw song I've seen on RUclips in at least 3 years. Guitar and vocals, straight into the mic. No mix, no effects. Just plain good.
Check out tyler childers
Look up john moreland
Look up Kate Mccannon by Colter Wall
Cold beer - Jesse Stewart
Shake the frost Tyler Childers
Drunk af in the middle of the night, but still a perfect recording. you're not hearing music folks, you're hearing a man's soul being poured out of his mouth.
Truest dam thing I've ever heard keep up the music man this hits a whole lot diff then anything else I felt this in my heart its sum alot of people can connect to
How do you know he’s drunk
@@gregmsnow his eyes and how much he’s sweating the fact that he’s outside and at his performance in Seattle he said he was
Exactly my thoughts, this isnt a song. This is a conversation with our souls
Can't tell ya how many times im up at 3 am, joint in my mouth, tears in my eyes ,playing those strings till my fingers bleed...pouring my heart out into the night sky ....wondering if I'm the only one in this world who hates what's in the mirror ,but trys to love everything else
This song changed everything in my teenage sons life. He sent it to me, and it let me into the feelings of his soul for a minute and I understand him and his feelings in a completely different way. Thank you.
Thats sweet someday i hope i can convince my guitar to sound that good
@Jessie Sanders That's my choice, not yours and I didn't say anything personal.
@Jessie Sanders she didn’t even say anything personal, she was thanking him and she’s aloud, I loved her comment, made me realize that I can actually show my feelings to my parents. Love don’t hate
@@catlynlapekes5779 your fine love ignore him, what you said was beautiful and it can change so many perspectives, have a good day love❤️
@@heidiprice1405 Sweet girl, as a mom I beg you to share your feelings with your parents. I love when my kids open up to me, even if it's through music. Just let us in, when we all understand each other it makes the world of difference in the whole families lives. 🤗
Finding out and discovering Zach Bryan for myself is the pure highlight of my 2023. Pure, emotion, raw, real. Love you Zach 💪🏽🔥
300,000 strangers are going through their day with your song repeatedly playing in their head right now bud
Edit: almost a MILLION people now dude!i
Lucid Locomotive
Not just in my head. My neighbors have been listening to it for days whether they like it or not but I’m sure they do
Seriously tho, I'll catch myself signing this during work.
*400,000 ;)
LukeYT 411 let’s go bois
Lol I love it your neighbours
Why not it’s a great song all of his songs are great
I really hope he blows up and preforms with Tyler Childers
Tight Lines fishing exactly what i was thinking!
stole ma line
There's no way Tyler is not about his music
tight lines fishing yes he should
Almost sounds like Tyler
You can see the anger in his face. This isn’t music, this is a window into this mans struggle and it speaks to me.
Unless we are alone in the struggle physically. Guess a lone wolf still howls and an angry bear still growls from time to time.
Lyrics are very good although if you ever wrote a song there is a lot of lyrics you just come up on the spot for what sounds good. He could have an amazing life and never really went through what he wrote. Then again he could have been through it all.
@Sleve McDichael yep. When you have served with the man and heard it in person, it hits different.
@Sleve McDichael L
My boys drunk as fuck lmao
My son worked hard playing sports all of his life. He always dreamed big. The last year of high school even though he was asked to play for some colleges for different sports, he told me he wasn’t playing. He always loved playing sports but never loved the drama that came with it. Despite how hard he worked there would always be a nasty person trying to knock him down. I actually had a Mom come up and tell me another Mom said she was sick of hearing his name called over the loud speaker. I remember thinking, “Wow, I was just saying my prayers for her child when he broke his leg.” My son never missed a practice, a camp, etc. since he started playing as a child. He worked so hard. He did not play any sports his first year of college. One day while at school the first year, he sent me this song. I cried because I knew what he was thinking without him saying a word. It was so fitting. He started practicing again and running to prepare for the next year of college sports. Now he plays this song before his college lacrosse games. Thank you for lifting my son up. The power of music is amazing and I hope that it will continue to lift you up when life gets you down as well. God bless you! My whole family loves your music Zach! 😊
Thank you for sharing your story. The full weight of it is still setting in long after I read it. Good luck to you and your loved ones.
Amazing. Best wishes to your son.
im still trying to get more recognition in colleges for football i have some but not big colleges to get to my dream
I know how it feels being an athlete.
Never stop working for your dreams, because the pain we endure now cannot compare to the joy that is coming! (Romans 5:8)
People will always try to stand in our way, but God has a plan for each of us and we just need to stay strong in him and who we know we are. For me personally its very difficult for me to find motivation, especially when I don't know what I want to work for. Graduation is coming just around the corner for me, as well as big decisions involving my career. Your story gives me a spark of hope honestly, because I need to start remembering who is with us during our storms!
Thank you for sharing, and know that your words always make a difference! God Bless you and your Son!
I’m a pastor that lost everything in a divorce. Your music has put words to my pain. Thank you.
Sorry to hear my fellow wanderer on this adventure and mystery we call life. She and some stuff might be gone but the most important relationship in your life is the one with yourself. Just keep your heart open and let universe (for you I guess it's god) guide you to where you are meant to be. We belive in you, you got this! Find your purpose and give it away! /A brother ( from another mother )
You gain everything when you lose everything. Welcome to the grind! 🙏
Thank you for your service
Don't steer away from your path. Preach them words. I walked away and can say you being a pastor is a great discipline for oneself. Times will get better.
Same here brother. Been three years. Lost my marriage and ministry within the span of 6mths all bc my exwife wanted to live " her best life". You got a unique pain, and I understand every bit of it.
Am I the only one who’s re-watching this for the 50th time in a row? This is genius. Good job man
Marcos Azevedo shit I thought I was the only one
Don't worry, I've done it too.
I watch it like 4x a week
Also it’s a lot better than the studio version
Why do that when you can just download the song
@@Almightyllos to download it, you need RUclips premium don't you?
I found this song by accident on Spotify at work today, listened to it about 12 times and said I can’t wait to get home and watch a cover of it so I can play it on the guitar. Then I find this video and man I’m even more blown away
We need more campfire artists like these nowadays. Just a voice and a guitar. Your stuff is amazing man
Finally something from an alphabet boy crew I agree with
@@deweysmithey567 You calling me gay?
@@r3dn3ckbb11 well I never said you were straight
Dewey Smithey got sum balls goin against the feds like that bruh
@@bushdid911jetfuelcantmelts4 man, fuck it I am the feds
2 years later I’m still here with chills. Well done Zach, damn well done.
Rite
Man I remember finding this song when it had like 800k views it’s insane now
@@jordanhardebeck4106 I found it right when I needed to. It encouraged me to make a huge leap in my life that payed off in indescribable dividends. This man changed my life and doesn’t even know it. 🙌🏼 will always be my favorite artist
@@jarretthangliter2292 he’s got a concert on my birthday in July where I live and it’ll be the first time I’ve seen him live, I can’t wait I hope I get to meet him, he’s gotten me through many a drunken night
Same
If this is country, then I like it.
This is indeed real country
Welcome
@@Carlos-be2kc now it's considered folk which mixes country with Western music.
It is just doesn't get played on the radio cause he hasn't signed a record deal
this is the good side of it!
This is how a REAL MUSICIAN sounds and looks. My total respect.
Blowing up on reddit right now. Great song, add it spotify!
That's where we're all from!
Amen. Song gave me shivers Dudes certainly got soul. Spotify!!
From Uruguay!! Excellent spirit my man! Beautiful song :)
Don't worry. Us redditors will forget about him in 2 days!
Second this. Add to Spotify
Him live sounds exactly like the studio version. That is raw talent. Unfortunately this kind of country doesn't last. I can't wait to hear more from this dude. He deserves the fame he is getting.
Just go to his channel
@@ididathink5295 yea saying you can't wait to hear more means you want to hear more new stuff in the future
I have a feeling he is going to be the artist to make this kinda of country last.
When i saw how sweaty he was I knew this would be good.
I only clicked on the video because in the thumbnail you could see the raw emotion
Devin Berg u 2 r goons he’s on pills
@@cirocscott nope. Just high on passion.
TheOnlyHound Sweating and pouring your heart out into a song does not mean your on any kind of drug kiddo.
TheOnlyHound projecting much?
This is passion. This is talent. This is music, at its best.
That’s right Zach play the fire outta that guitar!
Grandma Betty what kind words! We need more people like you
Felix Klein that might be his grandma
Chouking she’s everyone’s grandma
@@towmater1451 damn right she is
Ugly Betty funny comment section
Got this from youtube recommendation. It finally got something right. Happens from time to time.
edit: Hope you're having a great time! You've done so much. I know you're tired. This is a safe space. The weakness you feel today will be your strength tomorrow. Love is the way.
You're not the only one haha
I didn’t either. But is it an issue if most did?
@@TexanBoy3 nah it's good too. :)
I didnt
CateDoge I just re read what I said and thought that it sounded like it came off aggressively...not my intentions. Sorry if you thought the same!! :/
i love the fact that this randomly appeared in my feed
Rewatching and saw this went to thumbs up and saw I already did
Same man, never listened to him on youtube before but I do have this song in a playlist of mine that has all this kinda if stuff in it
bruh
Me too lol
I’m a 24 year old guy from Glasgow. Have only just found the amazing music of Zach Bryan and cannot stop listening. Voice is genuine and soulful. Coming to Nashville in the summer for first time in the states and am just amazed at this man
This song has been hittin a lot different lately...
i listen to this every day because its just so good an it hits different drunk...
I was born in Tennessee and right now I live in New Hampshire. The south is where I belong. The lyrics hit close to home
Yeah man feelin hella nostalgic since i found it back last year
You ain’t kidding bub
Faxxxx
you know he’s a good singer when he sounds the same acoustic and in a studio, i love this dudes music so much!
Jesus Christ loves you u
Like Tlyer Childers does 🤠
Chief keef does too therefore he is the goat
@@jesuslovesyou2616keep that brainwash outta here
DON'T. CHANGE. A. THING.
Your music and sound are PERFECT.
The red eyes a bit freaky.
This guy is 10,000% correct. What an awesome sound
He rollin hard
This man is in his own lane. Such a unique sound. Normal guy that will end up going down as a goat.
Music isn't about the genre....it's about emotion
@Trina Branam okay 😁
YESS SIRR
Charlie Day lets go for a spaghetti day
Listening to this from the UK, I finally see the prospect of traversing across the sea to a new land, full of prospect and promise, some where to start a new life and feeling that freedom Americans hold on to so strongly to this day
I really hope you find that journey in life, brother. Much love.
I'm also from UK, I absolutely feel this comment brother, respect.
Hopefully with elections today and the future of our beautiful country, I hope it stays true..
Jesse Jaramillo just keep faith in God or whatever you hold close to your heard, bro
Just make sure you head straight to a red state. The rest is garbage.
"As the masses screamed the lyrics of a messed up kid" - This hit a chord deep inside me!
Agreed
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I found out the other day this was Zach Bryan’s first hit and he used to be in the Navy. He would play around the fire for his buddies and at a local bar just cause he liked to! One time his friends filmed him playing this and it went viral! He’s the only other person besides Elvis to be discharged from service due to success in music! Legend ❤
I didn't know that. That's awesome! Didn't know they were discharged for that❤️
The song and video you are speaking of is this exact video sir
He said he left because his mom passed away.
He didnt get discharged due to success in music lol
@@Bobby223boucherhe did say something along those lines on JRE a while back, he was honorably discharged to follow his music career, and the only person granted that privilege before him was Elvis Presley.
Humans are amazing, seriously tho. the fact that he’s singing, moving both hands differently, moving his leg to the beat are all being processed by the brain at the same time, it’s so complex really. We are amazing
You want to know what’s more amazing than humans? Our Creator who sent His only begotten son, Jesus Christ, to die in our place so that all of our sins could be forgiven. This sacrifice appeased God’s wrath against our wickedness. Whoever believes in the gospel Christ has the right to be to be reconciled to God the Father, and be legally declared a child of God.
oce that’s not amazing that’s a fairytale for the weak minded
@@71hammyman as a musician myself, this isn't complex for anyone with a background in music. I think what he's saying is how advanced the human brain is that we can do things like this with ease. Not that the music is complex, but that humans have a very high ceiling.
@@boogie8844 yeah that's fair enough, cant really add anything to that tbf.
Although I think it's funny what people don't realise they are easily capable of doing in a short amount of time.
@@71hammyman think of the actual processes the BRAIN is doing and making....tell me what other ANIMAL on this planet can do what we can...
Zach,
You’re one of those rare types of artists that people learn about and follow long after you’re gone. Don’t stop what you’re doing. You’re going places my friend. Just keep doing what you’re doing.
I don’t even listen to county like that. And this is a good ass song.
RaunchySoul24 fr
That’s because the soul doesn’t know what a genre is, it just loves great art
^^
Same
Facts
I keep coming back to this one. Really hits knowing the setting this was recorded in. Feels like listening to the guy in the barracks we all knew who played guitar in the smoke pit.
what was the setting?
“That dreamer called his daddy to tell him what he did as the masses scream the lyrics of a messed up kid” One of my favorite lyrics to this day. He did it! The masses scream the lyrics of a messed up kid as loud as they can!
Jesus Christ loves you u
His voice was dead set serious in that part as well. This version is better than the recorded version. I've loved this dude and wish to meet him someday.
Now he's selling out arenas in the middle of a snow storm
“the lyrics of a messed up kid" aren’t his, they’re from all the sh*te that’s in the charts nowadays.
Am I the only one who apparently misinterpreted this song. I thought it was about a kid who was misunderstood and kept getting bullied and ended up shooting up the school. According to this comments section, I’m way off.
I love how he sings, it not just his voice or his songwriting but somehow it feels like he's singing with his heart
It's cuz he is...
His voice has a lot to do with it tho. Have somebody else sing that song without the soul and it'd be shit
I’m the same way mate I’m not looking for perfection with artist vocals hitting every note perfectly holding the same note no no no I want to hear your soul sing I want to hear an artist that wrote the song SING THE DAMN SONG
This guy is gonna save country music
It needs to get back to its roots with artists like Zach. People want it back!
Yeah I don’t like country at all always shunned it but I’m here
Dudes songwriting is different he’s not corny and twangy
Save? luke kept it on his back for to long
Never liked country music but when I found zach bryan my entire music taste changed lmao
Right now, I'm miles from home, in Europe. I miss North Carolina like hell yet there was no sense of home for me in Charlotte. My father was always gone overseas (as a contractor) and was gone from the time I was 8 until i graduated at 18.
Now, I'm living in a place where people truly don't understand the words that pour from my mouth. Now I'm the one telling my dad I don't know when I'm coming home.
Zach, you have me singing your words half a world away, wishing nothing more to be heading further and further South again ❤
I'm from Texas and living in Spain. I can definitely relate 💔
As a fellow North "Carolinian" I hope you have had safe travels.
I'm in northern NY on the Canadian border and it's dreary as hell here this time of year. You're making me want to go visit my best friend who lives right outside of Charlotte now.
@@georgewashington3393do it, man. I miss my best friend like hell and there's nothing like wishing you could at a time when you can't.
Man it’s late at night and I’ve been in a funk lately with being laid off from work during this oil crash, broken up with by my girlfriend, worried about life in general and here this song pops up in my feed.
Thank you. It hits hard.
My dad's in the same boat with the oil, hope everything works out for you man!!
Keep your head up man!
Hang in there man this bad shit cant last forever. Keep pushing forward you can make it through this. We are all fighting like hell atm dont give up or give in.
Stay up buddy ive been moving around my whole life with my parents ive been everywhere ive been to different schools different towns different states ive been everywhere i finally settled this year i have my own place now. Keep ya head up man miracle are always around the corner.
I'm living the same situation. Got fired, the most amazing girl dumped me and lost one of my closest friends.
This deserves more attention, I personally don’t really like country but this is hands down one of the best songs I’ve heard!!
Same!
You don't like country 🤔
Langi Beats yeah, who cares. He likes this song.
@@travis6694 I'm just playing around haha
Youd be surprised what country not played on the radio has to offer. See: Jason isbell and the 400 unit
At this point it feels like he’s sweating bc of how many times I’ve replayed it 😂
cool story
Hahaha he is like dammit Katie my fingers are hurting!
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@@fishmonger3796 what
😂🤣😭
I would like to sincerely thank every single person who has supported this man before he was famous, you are the reason he has the success and love that he does today and y’all are the reason this music has reached me. I cannot thank you all enough.
Damn I’ve never seen a comment along these lines! Legit
Amen brother. He makes me wana be somebody hetter
You heard the man… we got us a riser in our midst! This dreamer is out for blood and I’m here for it!!
You should check out the red clay strays!
🔥🔥🔥
Your music pulled me out of a very dark place in life, and I want to sincerely thank you Mr. Zach Bryan.
That’s the same look cash had in his eye. This kids gonna go far man. Beautiful. Keep it up brotha
Zac Morris AD he’s got a really good voice. Honestly reminds me of cash.
Yes he will I would love to see him running with the big dogs like Cash and Nelson he has major potential.
That look you’re seeing is cocaine
In interviews he says cash is one of his biggest inspirations
Zac Morris AD I was just fuckin thinking that. Has that Johnny cash style
Southern indiana. 20 years old. Get it man. Wishing ya a lotta hope. I understand the words that are pouring from your mouth
Greenwood in I understand
Austin Stuart southern Indiana aswell
Zach you're amazing
Love the song hate your Chanel
This is real…
I like to crash games to with my potato powered pc
country music about to go big
Brother, I’m here to tell you that I’ve been non stop humming this since last week. You’re a talented man, and thank you for your service.
this version is so much better than the one on spotify, theres so much more emotion
Kenny Joyce Amen to that
Because hes not on MDMA in the spotify version lol
Conar Campbell I’m dead 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
I just can't take how good this guy is... He's pumping out banger after banger, all with deep and hard hitting lyrics. I've had all his tracks on repeat for days now!
Every now and again, you get the magical combination of talent, accumulated skill, life experience and creative flow - that's Zach Bryan right now... If he keeps his focus pure and keeps making music from the heart, he'll be one of the greats.
The word ‘Midsts’ had him record this song 9 times that night.
Can see bro put heart&soul into this.
Mad respect ❤
I absolutely love this song. I moved 600 miles away from home seven months ago. I was running from "family" who wanted nothing more than to bring me down. Ive turned 360 degrees in the past 7 months. My life has changed for the better in more ways than I could imagine and I know this is only the begining. They tried to feed me to the wolves but I came out with the wolves standing behind me.
They tried to feed you to the wolves, but I came out wearing a wolfs coat.
I remember my dad showing me this about two years ago, I didn’t think much of it then but now he’s one of my favorite artists. Coming back gives me so many good memories and Zach Bryan had helped me so much. I know my dads looking down on him and grinning.
Rest In Peace old man, what a legend to show a son music like this! Hope your doing alright young man ❤️
Me too ❤
May he rest in peace in Gods glory
That man got fire in his eyes and this is definitely my new favorite jam. First ive heard of Zach Bryan and let me say he’s definitely got my attention. You could tell that song meant a lot to him. #Thisisrealcountry
IMO, the ability to transfer emotion through a song is an exceptional gift. Many sing great songs with great voices. Few can do what this young man does.
Why everyone saying he’s on rails? First mans someplace tropical and hot. Just appreciate the good music drunk stoned or riding. Shit good
It’s amazing! But he’s geeked out of his mind and it’s fantastic!
Tropical? That's Oklahoma in mid August
Well said my friend well said..
@@oklahomaoutdoors4856 lol that's northwest Indiana in August
@@oklahomaoutdoors4856 best friends folks weren't well off and never used ac, hated sleepovers at his place cause they had a few window units and I'd sweat my balls off
There’s a big difference between singing with the throat, singing from the gut and singing from the heart. This is definitely from the heart. You have an amazing voice.
For anyone who wants to play this on guitar, here's how :)
- Standard Tuning - Capo 4th Fret -
- Structure of the Song -
Verse, Verse, Chorus, Verse, Bridge, Chorus
- Verse & Chorus Chords & Strum Pattern -
Am, F, C, G
For each chord, strum: ↓↓↑↓↑ (x2)
- Bridge Chords & Strum Pattern -
Am, F, C, G
For each chord, strum: ↓
Hope this helps out! If you get stuck or need a little extra help, I just posted a video lesson for this on my channel :)
dude i stumbled across this song recently, tried to teach myself how to play it, couldn't figure it all out. the odds of u posting this comment today, the same day I decide to watch this vid again are crazy, thank god u did tho cause ima watch ur vid and learn it tomorrow
Since when did you do this kind of music lol
cool ass guy
Gods work man
Freaking god dude thx bro
Im a 35 year latina from NY and i cant stop listening, this man is amazing story teller
Its perfect, the light glinting red in his eyes, the sweat, the rasp, the message. It conveys the deepest emotions of pure anger at the world.
Just leaving this comments as proof that I was here before this has 10m+ views
Will Steele LOL
Then I'll do the same
Here before 1m lol
Same
Ok
Most underrated artist... We need to blow this man up and give him the numbers he deserves
We did it for him, man. We did it.
Finding these videos early on all I wanted was for this man to get his recognition, feels amazing to know he’s living it live!
He is one of the greatest artists ever. Insane vocals and lyrics hit every emotion every song. You are the best Zach, looking forward to seeing you live some day
when your pre workout is still kickin but you feel the music 🤣
Kite that ain’t no pre workout😂😂🧢
This kid just sang at the opry! What an accomplishment just a couple years later! He's gonna have an amazing career. Such a unique voice.
It’s amazing how you can tell that he cares about this town just by his facial expressions. This is an amazing song and if you’re reading this, please don’t stop doing what you love. You’re the type of person who inspires me to someday get out of this small town.
My daughter introduced me to your music and it has been such a gift for our whole family! Soundtracks for life ❤
This is one of the most beautiful songs I’ve ever heard
Im currently a Marine right now and you have no idea how much your music helps me get through the long lonely nights in the barracks!!
Thank u for your service. 🇺🇸
Yes. Thank you for your service.
Fun fact, Zach actually recorded this video while in the navy, thank you for you service sir
@@noaheoutdoors haha yea I see that and thank you
Thank you for ur service sir
Why is this guy not as famous as he should be, this guy should be a millionaire rn
Dankish 420 🤟🏼
I can only assume he’s had an offer. Been popping up in my algorithm for months. I think he is refusing to sell out at this point, as he says in this song “worthless dollar sign”
@@BennettParsons1 I read somewhere that he and his buddies went to a studio once but it wasn't for them so he's just going the slow route for now. He's still in the Navy, surprisingly, for the quality and quantity of music he's putting out
Chill bro talent is not lookin for money
Morgan Freeman it’s such a weird thing because as someone with no musical talent, i tell myself that I would “make it big, do big shows but stay true to myself.” But he’s saying fuck all that, and it makes me respect him 10x more.
“Heading South” freaking amazing…You’re an amazing song writer. That’s heart, body, soul, mind and music. I love it. I’m proud of you and thankful. Great musician.
Don’t mean it in a negative way but, wish this song was longer. Just so good.
Yeah there so many songs like that especially country music
All good things must end, that’s the beauty
how would that even be ment negative?
Holy shit this dudes got some lyrical talent and his voice is so raspy it’s to die for
Gator hunter 212121 try Tyler chillards
Thank you RUclips for putting this man on my recommended last week. Now I’m obsessed with his music.
Right? Same!
Same here man
I’m in the same spot he’s a great singer
Me right now....is he on spotify?
sabbracadabra someone needs to get laid.
Zach Bryan is the kind of person to inspire you to be your best self without even trying to. How’s lyrics are so powerful that he could change people if he wanted to
I was at this party with Zach in Oklahoma he was super drunk and just played us good music
Yeah, we all know a good Zack who plays the tunes.
No you weren't
@@landonanderson6766 think what you want bud. It was jones Oklahoma we were all sittin round a bonfire and only a few people knew who he was when he showed up
@@krisfunk353 I will because unless you can prove it or get him to vouch no way you were there BUD....
@@landonanderson6766 Doesn't have to prove a damn thing to a skeptic on the internet I hope you know
He’s going to blow
Here before he’s a huge TOP charted artist
the fact that this kid is able to write these things and to sing them with that voice is just unbelievable.
I'm so glad I've discovered him, can't stop listening...
this is raw. the sweat, the redness, the facial expressions, you can really tell hes singing from the soul and he means every word he says
Recently got home from a 9 month deployment. Sang this song to myself every day I was gone. Definitely what got me through it
Thanks for your service and welcome home Soldier.
Thank you for your service brother welcome home
Thank ya for you’re Service
Welcome home and God bless
Thank you for your service welcome home brother