I'm an old hippie, gettin' closer to "knockin' on heavens door". Here's hoping we've all made a good impact on everyone's life we've touched along the way. ❤
I had NO idea this song was a trilogy! I remember when the second one came out, and of course I remember the first one. Finding this third installment is like being a kid on Christmas morning!! LOVE IT!!
Erik Vinson I actually discovered the song the other day. Then I found out it had a sequel I loved as well. And now I'm hearing the 3rd one for the first
Vietnam. , 1965/66 101St. Airborne Div. / combat veteran , what a some and a past we will always remember! Wishing I was on the Wall , but soon I’ll see my brothers! ./ now 71 but still PTDS and more but can not Forget , Hell was Nam ! I be gone soon but I Hope God will understand what I did and remember I was a Young Kid and how my life ended in Nam ! Thanks to My Brothers in Arms !
You gave yourself to serve, my brother. I was a little too young for Nam, but know friends and family that did, and witnessed the aweful effects of PTSD (my late brother-in-laws brother). You've already leaned towards your fellow man, so keep on leanin' on Jesus, and you'll finish well, and go safely home! Love and peace brother. ❤
Enlisted in 1971. Just in time for the end of Vietnam. Spent 9 years in SE Asia, and finished with 20 years total military time before retirement. This Old Hippie trilogy hit just right for me. I'm 70 years old, and the lyrics line up pretty close. My two sons like them, but the grandkids not so much. It brings back memories, good and bad, each time I listen.
I was a few years too young to be a "hippie", but having just turned 55 a couple months ago, these "old hippie" songs have a certain resonance. Knowing I'm closer to "the end" than I am to "the beginning", and having seen so many precious to me pass on before, has given me a bit of perspective. Not wisdom, Lord knows, but at least a better way of looking at things.
The Old Hippie songs speaks of my Dad's generation being of the Vietnam Era instead mine. But, having served in Iraq I've always felt like I can relate to them somehow. I love all three of them!
I'm 58....I was raised here in East Texas and still live here........and this song nails it....sorta like someone looked in my heart & wrote this song......thank yall.....God Bless.
I'm soon to be 54 and all 3 of these songs have followed my life to a tee. I can't believe I made it this far in life with all I've been through. Yeah, I'm really trying to keep life straight with "the Man" before I go knockin' on heavens door. Here's to all of us "Old Hippies", no matter what stage version you're living in.
Even though I was born in 63, I consider myself a Hippie, I was born in the flower child generation, and I feel all the old hippie songs speak to me, they describe my life, how I feel, my attitude on life, and like in the first version, my species is slowly fading away, all the old hippie songs, brings a tear to my eyes, in today’s world I find it difficult to adjust, I’m constantly thinking of the old days, it’s now that I understand why my parents, my Aunt always talked about how things were when they were young, Thankyou Bellamy brothers, God Bless you
Thank You so much for being an old CV-43 Veteran as all who have served mean more to me than most will ever know. ( Just another old hippie waitn' to knock on heavens door )
54susieq ! Splendid, your photo ! ....hey, we're not confused by their issues, before we go...this song stays super epic today as well. ! ..... 23jun19
There's not too many things in this life that can make me tear up. But when I listen to these songs, in sequence, by the time this one begins, I do. Thank you brothers for these songs. You have no idea how many memories and feelings that come over me when I listen. Nam 72-74
Awesome throwback to a great song. These guys never being awarded duet of the year by the ACM was just in indication of where country music would wind up! Real country music for sure. First heard this on a Sunday morning radio show called ACMR. Great music!
The story told of this man through all three songs (old hippie 1,2,and 3) seem to written about my old man. I remember him singing the first one while we were working together in the old crappy garage we had when I was 5 or 6 years old. The sequel came around when I was just starting to lose my way and dad was finding his. Maybe it was fate or something else but I only found part three just now after dad just turned 55 and I'm just about to the age of the first song. It's sad this saga isn't played more on the radio these days. It has more values than any of the new style of country they play these days.
It seems we tend to end up on lost paths while in the prime of our lives. Fortunately, most of us eventually get on the right track. Thanks for the comment.
I love these songs! I never thought they would take on such a live, as they have. I DO remember be about 10, 12 years old, hearing the Old hippie, the first time. The second, I can't remember..... And, I heard this, now.
Iam so happy I come across this song tonight....Real people, the ones you look forward to see. They want nothing from you but friendship, nothing more. Honest people are hard to come by now days....Peace
what a fantastic song. thank u so much ill be 53 next month and so much truth over the years. god bless the guys and gals in uniforms as well. my son was in iraq once and Afghanistan twice and now in Texas.
Lyrics channel my soul...the Mekong Delta is far away but never all that distant but as the brilliant words of this song speak volumes to an older man like me...Bless...
This song really is for all of us who were the "summer of love children". And for all of us out there who are becoming endangered species. Thanks for the posting...love the tune and the memories...peace.
Count your blessings, you are living the dream life. (Durban, South Africa). I rode in my younger days, bout did not have the life you have. God blessed you, Jerry.
This song is awesome . Grew up with the long hair and did my fair share. Working on my Vulcan 1500 so I can ride . I got 1 grandchild waiting for my 2nd. He will be here in Jan. God bless and ride safe
brother, song reminds me of a friend who passed away recently, to be fair its really the whole trilogy that sums him up. but honestly the parts with you and the kids remind me so much of him that it hurts. thank you for making this video
Thanks for the ride down the country roads, reminds me of the time I was back on the farm in the early 50's before I went off the see the world in the military/
Wow.That was awesome. Very creative for today's ever changing crazy world we are living in. I sure miss the old days when I was a young hippie..very crafty remake. Thumbs up. Peace.
I'm so glad the youngsters enjoy this .It set me back to thinking how I loved "Hippy 1" ...This is the first song I know that evolved to touch me again with new word's ...I will be 75 this month .
First time I heard this version. Love the instrumental. I hear the original Old Hippie on my c d almost every day on my cd while driving. Good work guys!
i thank u. my son is in san antonio finishing school to be a doctor in the military. he than goes to san diego and who knows after that. Me im just an old local truck driver in southeastern Virginia and Northeaster north carolina. No grand kids.Our family is all over the country from california to virginia.All the kids are out of state now. I really like the video of everyone in the caves. very cool. great pictures. god bless
Greeting from Vancouver, B.C., Canada. I can relate grandpa of 3 little hell raisers & 4th one on the way. Been pound'n the rails for 30+yrs. Thx 4 share this tune, as I had'n hear this tune, 1st for everything. Great tune. I'm happy for your Son to return from those horrible conflicts. As I wish for all the people from all nations to return HOME safely from those conflicts Thx's Again Larry
Sitting here thinking sad. but out on my hog tomorrow. Made it at last. 60 next sunday. yeah,, every trip was to hell n back!! Feeling grateful. Cazzybear.....i love ya. lots
I love all there songs I most of all the songs is old hippie its so true they are coming to seviervill tn I would love to take my family to there concert at county tonight but don't have the money but most of all my son and grandson didn't even know what happened to county music i just wish we could take our family to county tonight and see them
I so love watching this video. I used to live on Bellamy Brothers BLVD. In Dade City years ago, and you couldn't have picked a ride down a road that looked anything more like it without going there.
What a great song! I didn't realize til now that there are three versions (4 if you include the Christmas one) that talk about the stages in the "hippie's" life. I'm 43 so I'm working on version 2 right now! So true, I thank the Lord every day for his grace and for my family! God bless our troops and especially all the veterans who have in deed "been through hell!"
I want to thank you for putting this on RUclips, my grandfather asked me if i could play this at his funeral and i used this recording when i did that so for that i thank you.
I am and old hippie it was a good life but so much has changed in today's world we lived and loved wasn't all the hate back then like it is in today's world
Thanks waldenbuilder. I subscribed. Always enjoyed their music and was thrilled to hear parts 2 and 3. I trust that's their outcome. Talented men. Appreciate you sharing it, as I am 52 now and last saw them in my 20's in WV, a lifetime ago. I'm now at part three also with many miles on me. God bless you and yours.
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I'm an old hippie, gettin' closer to "knockin' on heavens door". Here's hoping we've all made a good impact on everyone's life we've touched along the way. ❤
Me too!
Thank you for your service!
I had NO idea this song was a trilogy! I remember when the second one came out, and of course I remember the first one. Finding this third installment is like being a kid on Christmas morning!! LOVE IT!!
Merry Christmas !
Talking about Christmas they also did one old hippys Christmas that's good
Erik Vinson I actually discovered the song the other day. Then I found out it had a sequel I loved as well. And now I'm hearing the 3rd one for the first
@@friday0408 Not heard no.4 yet. Got a link?
@@tony5006 it's on youtube
Vietnam. , 1965/66 101St. Airborne Div. / combat veteran , what a some and a past we will always remember! Wishing I was on the Wall , but soon I’ll see my brothers!
./ now 71 but still PTDS and more but can not Forget , Hell was Nam ! I be gone soon but I Hope God will understand what I did and remember I was a Young Kid and how my life ended in Nam ! Thanks to My Brothers in Arms !
God bless ya pal
Man there are no words. Glad to know you are out there.
May God give peace and comfort in this life for it will soon pass and eternity awaits just make sure Heaven awaits!
You gave yourself to serve, my brother. I was a little too young for Nam, but know friends and family that did, and witnessed the aweful effects of PTSD (my late brother-in-laws brother). You've already leaned towards your fellow man, so keep on leanin' on Jesus, and you'll finish well, and go safely home! Love and peace brother. ❤
welcome home
Enlisted in 1971. Just in time for the end of Vietnam. Spent 9 years in SE Asia, and finished with 20 years total military time before retirement. This Old Hippie trilogy hit just right for me. I'm 70 years old, and the lyrics line up pretty close. My two sons like them, but the grandkids not so much. It brings back memories, good and bad, each time I listen.
72 here Air Force
It brings back old memories to everyone
Thank you for your service sir.
❤
My last comment here was 11 years ago. Here I am, turning 55 this weekend. I still love this song!
56 years old, this is perfect 👌 😍
I was a few years too young to be a "hippie", but having just turned 55 a couple months ago, these "old hippie" songs have a certain resonance. Knowing I'm closer to "the end" than I am to "the beginning", and having seen so many precious to me pass on before, has given me a bit of perspective. Not wisdom, Lord knows, but at least a better way of looking at things.
same here 56 and its so true
Don't blink life will pass you up this is awesome good video God bless you all
I get what you mean about the resonance and hell I'm only 30 but I get the feeling.
I'm 65..
Still loving life
48 i starting understand
Neat re-working of a classic. Nice to think the old hippy finally found purpose and peace.
The Old Hippie songs speaks of my Dad's generation being of the Vietnam Era instead mine. But, having served in Iraq I've always felt like I can relate to them somehow. I love all three of them!
Than you indeed have "looked the devil in the eye, and sent him back to Hell." Thank you for your service from an Old Hippie of your dad's generation.
Well done 🤠
These songs bring me peace my dad was a hippie he was a great man god took him home 2.25.16 he was the best dad anyone could ever asked for
My sincere condolences...When my Dad passed away it was the only time I cried out loud as a grown man. I still miss him terribly after 20 years.
I'm 58....I was raised here in East Texas and still live here........and this song nails it....sorta like someone looked in my heart & wrote this song......thank yall.....God Bless.
Feel same way in Kilgore Texas
@@larrymelton5245 mmm
Turning 70 this year, just an old hippie.
wow, had to listen 3 times in a row....almost brings a tear. soft spot for sure.
Wow, brings back memories and good times. And yes sad sad times
I'm soon to be 54 and all 3 of these songs have followed my life to a tee. I can't believe I made it this far in life with all I've been through. Yeah, I'm really trying to keep life straight with "the Man" before I go knockin' on heavens door. Here's to all of us "Old Hippies", no matter what stage version you're living in.
Right on brother
Even though I was born in 63, I consider myself a Hippie, I was born in the flower child generation, and I feel all the old hippie songs speak to me, they describe my life, how I feel, my attitude on life, and like in the first version, my species is slowly fading away, all the old hippie songs, brings a tear to my eyes, in today’s world I find it difficult to adjust, I’m constantly thinking of the old days, it’s now that I understand why my parents, my Aunt always talked about how things were when they were young, Thankyou Bellamy brothers, God Bless you
Thank You so much for being an old CV-43 Veteran as all who have served mean more to me than most will ever know.
( Just another old hippie waitn' to knock on heavens door )
I love all the songs by The Bellamy Brothers. They are so much like the times I grew up in, the 1970's!
54susieq ! Splendid, your photo ! ....hey, we're not confused by their issues, before we go...this song stays super epic today as well. ! ..... 23jun19
There's not too many things in this life that can make me tear up.
But when I listen to these songs, in sequence, by the time this one begins, I do.
Thank you brothers for these songs. You have no idea how many memories and feelings that come over me when I listen. Nam 72-74
Awesome throwback to a great song. These guys never being awarded duet of the year by the ACM was just in indication of where country music would wind up! Real country music for sure. First heard this on a Sunday morning radio show called ACMR. Great music!
I m going on 55 next year..and I still listen to country music...thanks..my first time listening to this one...Simon
As a real old Hippie, each of these versions seems to follow my life. Thanks for the music.
The story told of this man through all three songs (old hippie 1,2,and 3) seem to written about my old man. I remember him singing the first one while we were working together in the old crappy garage we had when I was 5 or 6 years old. The sequel came around when I was just starting to lose my way and dad was finding his. Maybe it was fate or something else but I only found part three just now after dad just turned 55 and I'm just about to the age of the first song. It's sad this saga isn't played more on the radio these days. It has more values than any of the new style of country they play these days.
It seems we tend to end up on lost paths while in the prime of our lives. Fortunately, most of us eventually get on the right track. Thanks for the comment.
Love every video I watched. ..America really got talent. .
Jerry Collins - Texas Outdoors and Motorcycle Roads $
Hangs out with the grandkids instead of hitting his bong. Hits home, sober 7 yrs. My grandkids came along. And I'm 55. Thanks guys
Hope you have found the way and stayed closed to your family...its really all we have in this world.
I love these songs! I never thought they would take on such a live, as they have. I DO remember be about 10, 12 years old, hearing the Old hippie, the first time. The second, I can't remember..... And, I heard this, now.
Iam so happy I come across this song tonight....Real people, the ones you look forward to see. They want nothing from you but friendship, nothing more. Honest people are hard to come by now days....Peace
Wow. I wrote this when I was 43. I guess I'm getting closer to tapping on heaven's doors🙏✌️
One of the few song that remind me of my late husband that makes me smile more than it makes me cry.
This one sure fits me...even though 55 was 10 years ago for me. Thanks Howard and David! You guys are the greatest!
Just an old Hippie,Longing for the good old days....
Amen, Wildman. I miss them good old days, too.
Right on Wildman!
stumbled on this by accident......AWESOME! love it.......an old hippie who will be 55 next year....Katie from East Texas....
46 year old hippie..if i live 5 years ill comment again ...live rhis music 🎵🎵🎵🎵🎵
STILL FRESH TODAY 2019
SONG IS ABOUT MOVING THROUGH LIFE WITH THE CHANGES, WELL SAID
Of all the Old Hippie songs, this one is my favorite. Makes me smile and cry at the same time.
what a fantastic song. thank u so much ill be 53 next month and so much truth over the years. god bless the guys and gals in uniforms as well. my son was in iraq once and Afghanistan twice and now in Texas.
Awesome thanks for sharing this beautiful song WOW I love how they made the lyrics awesome 👍💯🙌🙏👍
Glad I found this - reality check when we get old we change with the times
I can relate to all these old hippie videos unfortantly I can relate to this one the most now a days
Mike Simone I'm only 45 years old, and I think I relate to this one most of all, too! :)
This song means more to this old cv-43 vet than most will ever know.
God bless 💕
Thank you for your service. God Bless
CV-61 and CV-63, good memories and not so good.
Lyrics channel my soul...the Mekong Delta is far away but never all that distant but as the brilliant words of this song speak volumes to an older man like me...Bless...
This song really is for all of us who were the "summer of love children". And for all of us out there who are becoming endangered species. Thanks for the posting...love the tune and the memories...peace.
yeah peace and love to all of us endangered species
love and peace to us all who were there
Only just heard this song, i really like the 1st 2 old hippy songs so it was a pleasant surprise to find this
David your heart is wonderfully graced
Count your blessings, you are living the dream life. (Durban, South Africa). I rode in my younger days, bout did not have the life you have. God blessed you, Jerry.
Like the scenery. Lovely country voice. .
This song is awesome . Grew up with the long hair and did my fair share. Working on my Vulcan 1500 so I can ride . I got 1 grandchild waiting for my 2nd. He will be here in Jan. God bless and ride safe
Old hippie trilogy is so much like my life. All you older bros God bless
This song brings me to tears. It's like he telling my life's story.
Yes it does, every time I hear it.
brother, song reminds me of a friend who passed away recently, to be fair its really the whole trilogy that sums him up. but honestly the parts with you and the kids remind me so much of him that it hurts. thank you for making this video
This song consistently continues to bring tears to my eyes ...
Thank you , and Bless You for Understanding while Expressing My Life So Well .
+kenneth kadzielawski ...Well Thank You ! I have loved this song since the first time I heard it.
Thanks for the ride down the country roads, reminds me of the time I was back on the farm in the early 50's before I went off the see the world in the military/
Wow.That was awesome. Very creative for today's ever changing crazy world we are living in. I sure miss the old days when I was a young hippie..very crafty remake. Thumbs up. Peace.
These two can sing about life and make you stop and think
Turned 55 this weekend, this song means a lot to me.
I'm so glad the youngsters enjoy this .It set me back to thinking how I loved "Hippy 1" ...This is the first song I know that evolved to touch me again with new word's ...I will be 75 this month .
hope you're still kickin ole tima.
This one brings TEARS to your eye.... all of them did. Gettin' Right is very, very IMPORTANT. Knowing God loves me, keeps me very humble...
I sometimes have my doubts, but then HE lets me know.
Jerry, that's FUNNY.!.
(but, you used MY line.!.)
Thank you for the Post. MGB
Makes me homesick for my son and family in Montgomery Texas.
First time I heard this version. Love the instrumental. I hear the original Old Hippie on my c d almost every day on my cd while driving. Good work guys!
Always love the Bellamy Bros.. Best group, fantastic true to Country...
i thank u. my son is in san antonio finishing school to be a doctor in the military. he than goes to san diego and who knows after that. Me im just an old local truck driver in southeastern Virginia and Northeaster north carolina. No grand kids.Our family is all over the country from california to virginia.All the kids are out of state now. I really like the video of everyone in the caves. very cool.
great pictures. god bless
This is the best one of the Old Hippie song!!! Ben there done it ;;
Local boys from Pasco County, Florida. Bellamy Brothers Blvd is named after them near Darby. Off rt52.
Great video and song. I'll be 63 next month still riding and enjoying the ride.
Greeting from Vancouver, B.C., Canada. I can relate grandpa of 3 little hell raisers & 4th one on the way. Been pound'n the rails for 30+yrs. Thx 4 share this tune, as I had'n hear this tune, 1st for everything. Great tune. I'm happy for your Son to return from those horrible conflicts. As I wish for all the people from all nations to return HOME safely from those conflicts
Thx's Again Larry
I'm 47 next week. I remember when the first one came out. Wow! All 3 songs could be me.
I'll be 55 this July and i love this song
long live the Bellamy Brothers and their GREAT MUSIC
I'm 66,,,, an old hippie. Thanks for the post
Me too...almost, in July!!
just remembering a few older men love you dad
I'm in the category and ❤ the words y'all have chosen for a great song .
Sitting here thinking sad. but out on my hog tomorrow. Made it at last. 60 next sunday. yeah,, every trip was to hell n back!! Feeling grateful. Cazzybear.....i love ya. lots
I am 56 thank God for each and every day enjoy it while you can young generation
Rejoice oh young man in thy youth.
I enjoyed the ride and the music thank you for the value of your time
Love the "Jonah" reference in the belly of the whale and the troubles we goes through. Great writing guys!
I hit 55 last week. I’ve been wearing this tune out. 😎✌️
Its the best one god bless yous
Sure glad I found the trilogy (didn't know it was one). Had the first one going through my head for weeks.
June 2019!!!!!!!! I LOVE y'all. Rip my daddy
I love all there songs I most of all the songs is old hippie its so true they are coming to seviervill tn I would love to take my family to there concert at county tonight but don't have the money but most of all my son and grandson didn't even know what happened to county music i just wish we could take our family to county tonight and see them
I so love watching this video. I used to live on Bellamy Brothers BLVD. In Dade City years ago, and you couldn't have picked a ride down a road that looked anything more like it without going there.
Thank you for the friendly comment
What a great song! I didn't realize til now that there are three versions (4 if you include the Christmas one) that talk about the stages in the "hippie's" life. I'm 43 so I'm working on version 2 right now! So true, I thank the Lord every day for his grace and for my family! God bless our troops and especially all the veterans who have in deed "been through hell!"
That's the first time I've heard that version of this song. It resonates for me. Thank you. You have a beautiful family.
AWESOME YOU GUYS I HOPE WE LAST ANOTHER 20YRS CAN HARDLY WAIT FOR THE NEXT SONG!
This song reminds me of a dear friend
I'm only 47, my granddaughter just turned two. I know all the versions, and love them all
Love this version. On of my "go to" videos to watch. Thanks for posting it! Merry Christmas to all!
Thank You
this song is really good and cool 👍
We're old and wore out but still think about what we went through in the 60s with so many dying in the war
Going to have this played at my Celebration Of Life when my time comes i just so very love it thank you for posting
So,how’d it go?
Just love their music
I've always loved the Bellamy Brothers.
OLd Hippie#1,2,3.Seems like the story of my life.
This is me would love to go back in time
Gonna give it a thumbs up, not my life anymore that they are singing about, but I still respect it.
Great Song...I still like the original version...The Bellamy Brothers are one of my favorite groups.
Still like all kinds of music, country, rock with a little roll, but nowadays he's partial to The Melodies that saved his soul.
I want to thank you for putting this on RUclips, my grandfather asked me if i could play this at his funeral and i used this recording when i did that so for that i thank you.
I lived in the hippie era, awesome days 😁
This may be the best of the 3...So good and such a good message.
I am and old hippie it was a good life but so much has changed in today's world we lived and loved wasn't all the hate back then like it is in today's world
I can really dig what'cha..
All did with this one!
That dobro rock's 👍
Oh i love this so much! My daddy's generation.
Thanks waldenbuilder. I subscribed. Always enjoyed their music and was thrilled to hear parts 2 and 3. I trust that's their outcome. Talented men. Appreciate you sharing it, as I am 52 now and last saw them in my 20's in WV, a lifetime ago. I'm now at part three also with many miles on me. God bless you and yours.
Crystal is a pretty name...My sister is also named Crystal. Thanks for the friendly comment.