I’m loving Bastein with HF. His voice has a smoothness that I really enjoy. He blends so well in the harmonies- in particular, I love the way his voice blends so beautifully with Rob’s. To me, he’s bringing a freshness to their music.
Oh, this song, I watched them sing this live last night in Carmel IN, my tears started with the first cord when I knew what was headed our way. Driving home this morning, and thinking about the song again, more tears, I just gotta figure out how to get through a few more concerts this month. 😢 Bastien got a standing ovation, he was very emotional then Tim swooped in with a rescue hug 😢for him. So well deserved. I don’t know how he gets through singing this live. I will say it was notable that the guys were not looking too much out in the crowd. The seating was very close to the stage in that venue and our tears were noticeable 😢
I was in the 1st row and Bastien also looked surprised at the reception. During the meet & greet, I told Bastien not to worry. Real Home Fries support & accept him. 💜💜💜 He seemed touched then.
Was @ HF concert last night (12/3/24) and after they sang this song, the crowd roared with applause & stood up. I was in the 1st row and saw the surprise & tears welled in Bastien’s eyes. Tim sidled over to bro-hug him. 💜💜💜
My job is to LOVE my child, regardless of whom they love. To imagine that there are parents out there that don't understand that first basic rule of parenting breaks my heart for those children. And if you're one of those children, this momma has acceptance, love, and virtual hugs for you. Happy Holidays (whichever December holiday you celebrate). Love and Light to you all.
True. I also find it impressive the writing talent to craft a heartfelt song about a particular personal situation so well that it applies so broadly. I also can't help thinking during this song about all the families torn apart by disagreements over health, politics and religion in just the past few years and how losing sight of making family priority one is at the root of so many divided families and friendships.
Such a great song and their blend with Adam # 3 is very good! ! On their replacement choice! Enjoyed your breakdown and look forward to your reaction on their other Christmas release already out featuring Rob! Really highlights the blend! Your Tennessee friend low bass Kenneth
Great video and great analysis by a great person. Number One thing keep a box of tissue there at all times. Number two, the message I get is, everyone deserves Love and a Home to come back to for Love and Comfort. Love your response and btw I cried like 70-year-old baby on this.
Adam Bastien not only sang, this song, he also wrote it. It's his story, about his family failing to accept his life partner and not allowing him to come home unless he didn't bring his husband.
Me, either. My beloved child is non-binary. Married to a man. My brother is gay. So’s my nephew. So what? We’re family! Hey, Bastien, you can spend Christmas with us! I’d LOVE to meet your hubby. My son’s husband is one of my fave people! The more the merrier!
Bastien broke my heart with this one but they all sound absolutely beautiful singing it. I love how in the video it goes from showing him alone and then shows the rest of them having his back. Thanks for the Home Free reactions.
Loved your reaction. I don't know how you managed to do such a good analysis with all that emotional impact of the song hitting you at the same time. I would have had to just listen (and cry) for a while before talking coherently. I believe this song, especially the way Home Free has presented it to the world in this beautiful video, will be a force for loving change in many families for years to come.
Thx for the emotions you show. Yes, sometimes we can't understand how people can be like this. It can be related for much more. But Christmas should be a time to forgive and love. So many don't realize that yet.
I didn’t know the backstory of this song, and assumed it was another cover. Now that I do, I find it positive that the group has been more inclusive than I knew. They will no doubt unfortunately lose some fans over it, but I don’t think exclusion accomplishes much good. I never had to worry my family would reject a girlfriend, and that makes me realize how fortunate I am to know acceptance. The kind that everyone deserves.
So beautiful, so heartbreaking. For a somewhat different category of reaction, David K Reacts did a very in depth reaction that talked a lot about the video part. Very interesting.
Such a heartbreaking song Adam B wrote it’s an amazing song everyone needs to hear. They also released a Tim original The greatest Gifts Of All its another emotional one. After releasing two emotional songs they are releasing on Friday a really hilarious one Santa Claus is Coming To Town
This song gave me all the feels. I know exactly how it feels to just want to go home for the Holidays and being unsure if I would be accepted. Such a powerful performance by Adam Bastien and the harmonies from the rest of the guys plus Rupp's fantastic beatboxing were the cherry on top. Thanks for another great reaction and analysis Jen
Blessed greetings to you from over here in the evergreen state in the US! I was the one (or at least one of the first) who recommended you to bring the tissues. Based on some of the comments I found and read in the music video itself, this was a song of bastein's that he wrote back in 2015. I don't know if he anticipated any rejections at first or not, but I could definitely believe how difficult it was for him to announce the news to his family. Most of the members got over it, but some are still keeping him out, which I personally find uber cruel and infuriating, since all of us truly and genuinely do deserve grace, love, acceptance, forgiveness, kindness, and all the other positive traits. Besides, his body, his life, his choices. He decides what to do, wear, eat, say, sing, think, buy, etc. I'm a wholehearted believer in that and it should apply to everyone! Unfortunately, because of the rejections he endured after the announcement, he either attends family gatherings and other events either alone or not at all. But, luckily, I'm very glad home free brought him in and welcomed him with open arms. He's been a great addition to the group and filled Austin's slot perfectly. Yes, Austin is still missed by a lot of the fans, including myself, but Home Free has never been happier with where their at, and that's a-okay with me. 😊
Really good reaction, by the way. Your in-depth analysis on these is perfectly executed. 😊 and your goofiness, when present, gives us and your fans/followers some good chuckles when we need them. 😊 (This is coming from a former elementary, middle school, and high school choir member, just so you know.) And even though you are not related to me in any way, I'm still accepting you as a part of my friendship family. Stay as long as you need. 😊 Speaking of chuckles, and Austin, the music video for his hit song "Hers Ain't Mine" was released roughly two months ago. No rush to do so, but I highly suggest you see every second of it. 😊 it's an absolute blast and super relatable, often dubbed as "The Married Man's Anthem". And the whole Indiegogo thing, which, admittedly, I never knew existed in the first place, is also explained at the end of the vid. 😊
I sent this song to my child and told them that they never have to feel like this. Doesn’t matter what they do or say they’re still my kid and always welcome in my home, my arms & my heart! ❤️ I would love to see your reaction to Peter Hollen’s December Song. 🤓
Love listening to your reactions but I want to know when you are going to get Home Free to react to your music.? Maybe you could get them to do it on your channel then it would still be on a reaction channel.
I've been watching your home free reaction videos for quite a while and I love them. I would love to see a reaction from you to Hi Ren. By Ren. I think a reaction video from you of it would be great
Would you by any chance be able to react to another clip from Linkin Park? It’s the performance of One More Light which was used as a tribute to Chris Cornell. I believe it was on Jimmy Kimmel live or something like that but it’s very emotional compared to the original studio album version.
Sorry this is not about Home Free, whom I first heard live on the Christmas Train in North Dakota 7 or 8 years ago … on a VERY COLD night. Such a GREAT group. But Club of 5 is someone else I think you will like as well. Please have a listen to these folks … arrangers of the version of Brothers in Arms … but this is another of theirs. ruclips.net/video/FoBAZk6Ww9g/видео.htmlfeature=shared
I’m loving Bastein with HF. His voice has a smoothness that I really enjoy. He blends so well in the harmonies- in particular, I love the way his voice blends so beautifully with Rob’s. To me, he’s bringing a freshness to their music.
Oh, this song, I watched them sing this live last night in Carmel IN, my tears started with the first cord when I knew what was headed our way. Driving home this morning, and thinking about the song again, more tears, I just gotta figure out how to get through a few more concerts this month. 😢 Bastien got a standing ovation, he was very emotional then Tim swooped in with a rescue hug 😢for him. So well deserved. I don’t know how he gets through singing this live. I will say it was notable that the guys were not looking too much out in the crowd. The seating was very close to the stage in that venue and our tears were noticeable 😢
I was in the 1st row and Bastien also looked surprised at the reception. During the meet & greet, I told Bastien not to worry. Real Home Fries support & accept him. 💜💜💜 He seemed touched then.
Was @ HF concert last night (12/3/24) and after they sang this song, the crowd roared with applause & stood up. I was in the 1st row and saw the surprise & tears welled in Bastien’s eyes. Tim sidled over to bro-hug him. 💜💜💜
Amazing!🧡☺️
I'm absolutely THRILLED to hear that he got such a strong and heartfelt reaction from the audience. Thank you for giving that to him. ❤
@@dianel222 awwwww❤️
My job is to LOVE my child, regardless of whom they love. To imagine that there are parents out there that don't understand that first basic rule of parenting breaks my heart for those children. And if you're one of those children, this momma has acceptance, love, and virtual hugs for you. Happy Holidays (whichever December holiday you celebrate). Love and Light to you all.
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True. I also find it impressive the writing talent to craft a heartfelt song about a particular personal situation so well that it applies so broadly. I also can't help thinking during this song about all the families torn apart by disagreements over health, politics and religion in just the past few years and how losing sight of making family priority one is at the root of so many divided families and friendships.
Such a great song and their blend with Adam # 3 is very good! ! On their replacement choice! Enjoyed your breakdown and look forward to your reaction on their other Christmas release already out featuring Rob! Really highlights the blend! Your Tennessee friend low bass Kenneth
They did an amazing job on this song, beautiful song beautiful message.
Got the Rupster to cry while doing his vocal percussion, so it's good!
Great analysis as usual. This one written by Bastien and The Greatest Gifts of All written by Tim both hit you with such feelings.
Yep!!!
Great video and great analysis by a great person. Number One thing keep a box of tissue there at all times. Number two, the message I get is, everyone deserves Love and a Home to come back to for Love and Comfort. Love your response and btw I cried like 70-year-old baby on this.
Adam Bastien not only sang, this song, he also wrote it. It's his story, about his family failing to accept his life partner and not allowing him to come home unless he didn't bring his husband.
Cannot imagine doing that to my kids🥺
Me, either. My beloved child is non-binary. Married to a man. My brother is gay. So’s my nephew. So what? We’re family! Hey, Bastien, you can spend Christmas with us! I’d LOVE to meet your hubby. My son’s husband is one of my fave people! The more the merrier!
From what I've read, it is not his parents but his sister and her husband who will not accept his husband.
@coletedeux that's what I read in an earlier reaction😥
Welcome back to Home Free reactions Jen 😎😎
Bastien broke my heart with this one but they all sound absolutely beautiful singing it. I love how in the video it goes from showing him alone and then shows the rest of them having his back. Thanks for the Home Free reactions.
Loved your reaction. I don't know how you managed to do such a good analysis with all that emotional impact of the song hitting you at the same time. I would have had to just listen (and cry) for a while before talking coherently. I believe this song, especially the way Home Free has presented it to the world in this beautiful video, will be a force for loving change in many families for years to come.
You should react to Snow Globe and Full of Cheer next.
Thx for the emotions you show. Yes, sometimes we can't understand how people can be like this. It can be related for much more. But Christmas should be a time to forgive and love. So many don't realize that yet.
Amen to that!
I didn’t know the backstory of this song, and assumed it was another cover. Now that I do, I find it positive that the group has been more inclusive than I knew. They will no doubt unfortunately lose some fans over it, but I don’t think exclusion accomplishes much good. I never had to worry my family would reject a girlfriend, and that makes me realize how fortunate I am to know acceptance. The kind that everyone deserves.
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I was already out of the house by the time I had to admit a change. For me it was no longer being Christian
You are a true ally, and I appreciate you. ❤
I get a feeling of hope from seeing him walk toward the door in the background.
Such a beautiful song. Love the song, video and setting. Love your analysis Jen. Always!
So beautiful, so heartbreaking. For a somewhat different category of reaction, David K Reacts did a very in depth reaction that talked a lot about the video part. Very interesting.
Ooh will check it out 😁
Yes I loved his reaction to it!!
Such a heartbreaking song Adam B wrote it’s an amazing song everyone needs to hear.
They also released a Tim original The greatest Gifts Of All its another emotional one.
After releasing two emotional songs they are releasing on Friday a really hilarious one Santa Claus is Coming To Town
This song gave me all the feels. I know exactly how it feels to just want to go home for the Holidays and being unsure if I would be accepted. Such a powerful performance by Adam Bastien and the harmonies from the rest of the guys plus Rupp's fantastic beatboxing were the cherry on top. Thanks for another great reaction and analysis Jen
Rob is incredible too
One of the most impassioned of your reactions.
Beautiful!!❤
Blessed greetings to you from over here in the evergreen state in the US! I was the one (or at least one of the first) who recommended you to bring the tissues.
Based on some of the comments I found and read in the music video itself, this was a song of bastein's that he wrote back in 2015. I don't know if he anticipated any rejections at first or not, but I could definitely believe how difficult it was for him to announce the news to his family. Most of the members got over it, but some are still keeping him out, which I personally find uber cruel and infuriating, since all of us truly and genuinely do deserve grace, love, acceptance, forgiveness, kindness, and all the other positive traits.
Besides, his body, his life, his choices. He decides what to do, wear, eat, say, sing, think, buy, etc. I'm a wholehearted believer in that and it should apply to everyone!
Unfortunately, because of the rejections he endured after the announcement, he either attends family gatherings and other events either alone or not at all. But, luckily, I'm very glad home free brought him in and welcomed him with open arms. He's been a great addition to the group and filled Austin's slot perfectly. Yes, Austin is still missed by a lot of the fans, including myself, but Home Free has never been happier with where their at, and that's a-okay with me. 😊
Really good reaction, by the way. Your in-depth analysis on these is perfectly executed. 😊 and your goofiness, when present, gives us and your fans/followers some good chuckles when we need them. 😊
(This is coming from a former elementary, middle school, and high school choir member, just so you know.)
And even though you are not related to me in any way, I'm still accepting you as a part of my friendship family. Stay as long as you need. 😊
Speaking of chuckles, and Austin, the music video for his hit song "Hers Ain't Mine" was released roughly two months ago. No rush to do so, but I highly suggest you see every second of it. 😊 it's an absolute blast and super relatable, often dubbed as "The Married Man's Anthem". And the whole Indiegogo thing, which, admittedly, I never knew existed in the first place, is also explained at the end of the vid. 😊
What a way to start december 🎉🎉 thx Jen 🤩🤩
Woooo!!
This song breaks my ENTIRE heart.
All the feels...so beautiful my brain isn't braining!
A beautiful song and exceptional analysis Jen!
😢❤❤❤❤🙂 Very emotional song. Beautiful!
Just beautiful ❤❤
Beautiful reaction to lovely song. 🥰🎶
I know for a fact that long sleeves are great substitutes for tissues.
Im excited to listen to your new song!❤
You can react to your own song. Chris Rupp has some reactions to Home Free videos😄
awww Jen
Thank you 😊
We got to talk Jennifer 😊❤
I sent this song to my child and told them that they never have to feel like this. Doesn’t matter what they do or say they’re still my kid and always welcome in my home, my arms & my heart! ❤️
I would love to see your reaction to Peter Hollen’s December Song. 🤓
Love listening to your reactions but I want to know when you are going to get Home Free to react to your music.? Maybe you could get them to do it on your channel then it would still be on a reaction channel.
Hop on the vengence saga!!
🙌🏼🙌🏼
So sad that your family can't accept you 😢❤
Wow
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These harmonies remind me so much of the Beach Boys.
I've been watching your home free reaction videos for quite a while and I love them. I would love to see a reaction from you to Hi Ren. By Ren. I think a reaction video from you of it would be great
I would love you to react to Ausin Browns new song Defying Gravity. It is fantastic.
I don’t know if you take request but I would love for you to analyze Blonde Redhead-Elephant Woman!
Hey, Please react again Putri Ariani. Hey, how are you. This is a masterpiece from her new album
Please react to Raluca moldoveanu/mother/on the voice romania
Please react to more BTS💜💜
Would you by any chance be able to react to another clip from Linkin Park? It’s the performance of One More Light which was used as a tribute to Chris Cornell. I believe it was on Jimmy Kimmel live or something like that but it’s very emotional compared to the original studio album version.
Sorry this is not about Home Free, whom I first heard live on the Christmas Train in North Dakota 7 or 8 years ago … on a VERY COLD night. Such a GREAT group. But Club of 5 is someone else I think you will like as well.
Please have a listen to these folks … arrangers of the version of Brothers in Arms … but this is another of theirs. ruclips.net/video/FoBAZk6Ww9g/видео.htmlfeature=shared
Can you do another live Ayreon song, this one is fabulous, you’ll love the vocals.
ruclips.net/video/Qt9A4g2whCo/видео.htmlsi=STe1XQynRSOcSThj
Thanks for the great reaction! Would you please listen to Dan Vasc's "O holy Night"?