Glad I found your music. From Indiana and I have had the hardest year of my life. I lost my daughter this year on father's day. Music has been my only outlet seeing I don't have to many people to fall to. Family of mine is a wreck. No one is close. My wife and my 1 year old are all I have anymore. Just a struggling man looking for a meaning and understanding to why this had to happen to us.
Just wanted to chime in and say sorry for your loss. This has been my worst year as well. I found Stephen back in May and his music has proven to be the escape I have needed. As SWJ so eloquently puts it, hang in there.
This album deserves a GRAMMY.! I remember hearing Chris Stapleton in the early days with the Steel Drivers and said then he was going to be a super star some day. Stephen is a Super Star, the world just doesn’t know it yet.
I just happened to stumble on one of his videos yesterday and listened to many of his songs and more are instant hits. How does the world not know about him is beyond me and no offense to Stapleton but this guy is even better.
This belongs on the radio instead of the superficial CMT garbage. It's so refreshing to hear from a talented songwriter with something to say. Thank you for sharing!!
This is a tipping point for country music...Stephen your story...your passion for songwriting, and your honest, authentic portrayal of who you are..is helping so many people facing adversity in their own lives. Thank you for having the courage, patience and fortitude.. enabling you to bring your music to the world. I hope I get to meet you some day. Your going to single handedly change the landscape of country music.🙏🌹
I just made 74 yrs old. This song brought me back to the loss and suffering of my brothers who were drafted to Nam. Our generation would have sung this song at EVERY protest! My eldest son turned me on to your music tonight. He said this is one of his favorites, it moves him to tears, as it did me. I'm so grateful that there is a young man telling the truth with exquisite songwriting.
Dude............just yesterday we had a discussion about how old men should go to war, because young men don't know what life is and are so much more willing to follow that order to pull the trigger. I found your music a month or so ago, and between you and Arlo McKinley, it seems like we have some VERY talented new singer/songwriters out there giving us good music to sooth our souls. Thanks for what you are giving us!
Problem though, a young man learns from war. The military makes men out of boys. An older man is wiser and realizes the wars you fight are at home, not overseas.
@@1980Baldeagle I've yet to meet a American vet that doesn't think he is a hero. Fighting on the side of good, against evil, when they were actually only hired guns for the very evil centuries old financial ruling class. I tell them, turn off the TV, go to the internet, all the information there from credible sources, not allowed in school books, on TV, that deals with real history/reality is there. Not interested, they say, meaning, they like the hero status!
A good song reflects real life. A great sing tells a story. My father a WWll and Korean conflict (Marine) veteran said this to me in his later years. He died at 97 with his mental facilities still in tact. Strange how we spend a lifetime acquiring wisdom and when we finally really get it, we are gone. I truly appreciate your talent. You are a breath of depth and fresh air . 🇺🇸❤️🙏🏻
i dont think ive ever heard a more impactful lyric than "hey, aint they the ones that usually start 'em anyway?" in the context of this song because how damn true is that. bravo, dude
Homie this dude is a rocker, don’t let the tunes fool ya. This is straight rockin, listen to the album version with the full band, it’s like Johnny cash rock n roll if that makes sense.
I caught a clip of this on Telegram the other day and I was moved… Not only by the subject matter but the delivery. Very original, uniquely delivered and I thought provoking. You’re a fabulous writer… thank you for all that❤
I woke up this morning with this song in my head. A couple of days ago a long time friend who was a Vietnam Veteran passed away. He died because the veterans administration messed him up with bad medicine then dragged their arses, getting him a needed lung transplant, until he was too sick to withstand the transplant. He was an incredible man who loved his country fiercely, but didn't stand for bullshit. He would help anyone if he could, and at one time or another, fixed everyone's cars in our circle of friends. Thank you for this powerful truthful song. It's worthy of the best protest songs of the 60's, from a 'looking back' perspective.
I could go on and on about this song and this artist. A massive breath of fresh air and another fine example that there will always be AMAZING NEW music made. Thank you Stephen Wilson Jr. for this art. Words cannot express my appreciation for you and your music. Hopefully I can catch a show or 5 🤞🤘🏻❤
The greatest single artist to come our way in several generations, for a fact. Hats off to a powerful musician/singer/songwriter. It takes a crazy amount of practice, talent and God given gifting to reach down into a listener’s inner most being and touch it 👍🏻
Perfection. I also love the live version of “I’m a Song,” and wish you’d release that to buy. We want to support your music. Let’s help get more of Stephen Wilson Jr’s music out there. Main stream radio and music is absolute trash. This man is gold. Unique voice, interesting cords and guitar playing, and heavy duty lyrics. Hubby fought in ‘Nam. I shared this with him. Agreed with comment above: SWJ is an incredible blend of Willie, Waylon and Dylan. We love your music, man! 🔥☮️♥️
I have been loving everything I have heard from you. Fascinated by your guitar. I would like to hear the story. A unique and inspirational sound man. Good stuff brother.
It says a lot when just the beginning of song before the lyrics can make you feel something. It makes me combat myself to which is better this version or the album version.
I just discovered his music. I have gone thru the entire da*n list and only didn’t care for one. Not that it wasn’t good. THIS ONE!!! He’s not lying…RIH to Ryan Baker, my brother. #22UNTILNONE! War hurt and took my brother and not by bomb or bullet. Wars from now on…should be fought by old men. 😢
Alright, so here it goes. You are an amazing artist with something to actually say. I know producers, players, and writers who would kill to work with someone like you. Ill make sure to put your gospel out there man. Take care and God Bless
Like he needs your vehicle ? He already has a spaceship Time Machine flux capacitor limited editions . But at least you said it like a true narcissist!
Simultaneously inspires me to both play and quit playing my guitar. Gonna stick with my coloring book and let Stephen get back to working on the Sistine Chapel. Holy sh*t.
Main stream music can't handle what this talented fellow is laying down. He has no hidden agenda nor is he interested in drinking the cool aid. To hell with mainstream music. The Tyler Childers, Colter Wall and this gentleman have more talent in toenails then all the Cowboy Carter and lip sinked Taylor Swift put together.
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Glad I found your music. From Indiana and I have had the hardest year of my life. I lost my daughter this year on father's day. Music has been my only outlet seeing I don't have to many people to fall to. Family of mine is a wreck. No one is close. My wife and my 1 year old are all I have anymore. Just a struggling man looking for a meaning and understanding to why this had to happen to us.
My worst year also. Feels like I won’t survive it. Im sorry for your loss. I wish for peace for you.
Hope things get better and I’m sorry for your loss man.
Just wanted to chime in and say sorry for your loss. This has been my worst year as well. I found Stephen back in May and his music has proven to be the escape I have needed. As SWJ so eloquently puts it, hang in there.
Keep your head up gun Guy!
Ask God to be with you
Bless your heart
This album deserves a GRAMMY.! I remember hearing Chris Stapleton in the early days with the Steel Drivers and said then he was going to be a super star some day. Stephen is a Super Star, the world just doesn’t know it yet.
Agreed
His guitar playing, song writing and voice are elite level- he’s got the holy trinity of musicianship
Except chris sold out, stopped singing country and played with justin hollywood timberlake lmao fakeass country
I just happened to stumble on one of his videos yesterday and listened to many of his songs and more are instant hits. How does the world not know about him is beyond me and no offense to Stapleton but this guy is even better.
It really does he’s so good
This belongs on the radio instead of the superficial CMT garbage. It's so refreshing to hear from a talented songwriter with something to say. Thank you for sharing!!
This is a tipping point for country music...Stephen your story...your passion for songwriting, and your honest, authentic portrayal of who you are..is helping so many people facing adversity in their own lives. Thank you for having the courage, patience and fortitude.. enabling you to bring your music to the world. I hope I get to meet you some day. Your going to single handedly change the landscape of country music.🙏🌹
I just made 74 yrs old. This song brought me back to the loss and suffering of my brothers who were drafted to Nam. Our generation would have sung this song at EVERY protest! My eldest son turned me on to your music tonight. He said this is one of his favorites, it moves him to tears, as it did me. I'm so grateful that there is a young man telling the truth with exquisite songwriting.
❤️❤️❤️
All wars should be fought by the those who call for it..
Thank Jesus for comments like this. I thought I was going crazy. Glad there is some common sense left out there somewhere in the cosmos.
Like for real
Like for real
we should all be singing this song at the top of our lungs! this is my favorite song right now. so, sing this into existence. now. please. thank you
41 now, fought in Iraq and lost many friends while there…..this song hits different! You have become my favorite artist over the last year!
one of the best songs ever written right here. A truly unbiased anti-war song.
Just found him tonight. Several of his songs split the arrow. Profound artistry here...
Well said.
This music is just what this country fucking needs.
My name is Jeff from Carrollton Ohio and I've got to say, your songs are just what this country needs, keep it real and thank you
dittos here in Akron
And the UK, they hit it just right the world over 👍🏻
Just saw this man in L.A. opening for Midland. He stole the show
What a master lyricist and love the acoustics, best artist and song writer that is out now
Dude............just yesterday we had a discussion about how old men should go to war, because young men don't know what life is and are so much more willing to follow that order to pull the trigger. I found your music a month or so ago, and between you and Arlo McKinley, it seems like we have some VERY talented new singer/songwriters out there giving us good music to sooth our souls. Thanks for what you are giving us!
Problem though, a young man learns from war. The military makes men out of boys. An older man is wiser and realizes the wars you fight are at home, not overseas.
@@1980Baldeagle I've yet to meet a American vet that doesn't think he is a hero. Fighting on the side of good, against evil, when they were actually only hired guns for the very evil centuries old financial ruling class. I tell them, turn off the TV, go to the internet, all the information there from credible sources, not allowed in school books, on TV, that deals with real history/reality is there. Not interested, they say, meaning, they like the hero status!
Willie Nelson mixed with Bob Dylan. And a splash of Waylon.
Wow. I just found this artist and been in my garage drinking a
Beer now for 2 hrs, and man loss for words
Shouldn't be fighting wars 😢 we know what it brings... hate breeds hate. Jesus didn't teach war, He told us to feed His sheep. ❤
I can bet Steven Wilson Jr will always keep it real ,
A good song reflects real life. A great sing tells a story. My father a WWll and Korean conflict (Marine) veteran said this to me in his later years. He died at 97 with his mental facilities still in tact. Strange how we spend a lifetime acquiring wisdom and when we finally really get it, we are gone. I truly appreciate your talent. You are a breath of depth and fresh air . 🇺🇸❤️🙏🏻
i dont think ive ever heard a more impactful lyric than "hey, aint they the ones that usually start 'em anyway?" in the context of this song because how damn true is that. bravo, dude
I'm usually a rocker, but I love your music brother!!!! Thank you!!!!
Homie this dude is a rocker, don’t let the tunes fool ya. This is straight rockin, listen to the album version with the full band, it’s like Johnny cash rock n roll if that makes sense.
I could watch you all day. The energy you share. The emotion juat one of the best of all time. Thank you for sharing your music with us
forget Springsteen, also Stephen is a patriot, love and respect from Australia xxx
I just don’t understand why people like this are not all over the radio? You have to come to the u tube and stumble onto amazing down earth music
Every single song is a hit. I lost my dad this year and moved away from home. Your music brings me right back home.
One of the best songs I’ve ever heard and at 63 I’ve heard lots…
My new favorite artist! He's in a league of his own!!!
I caught a clip of this on Telegram the other day and I was moved… Not only by the subject matter but the delivery. Very original, uniquely delivered and I thought provoking.
You’re a fabulous writer… thank you for all that❤
Those bends on that riff and your soul throughout the song are impeccable
I woke up this morning with this song in my head. A couple of days ago a long time friend who was a Vietnam Veteran passed away. He died because the veterans administration messed him up with bad medicine then dragged their arses, getting him a needed lung transplant, until he was too sick to withstand the transplant. He was an incredible man who loved his country fiercely, but didn't stand for bullshit. He would help anyone if he could, and at one time or another, fixed everyone's cars in our circle of friends. Thank you for this powerful truthful song. It's worthy of the best protest songs of the 60's, from a 'looking back' perspective.
I could go on and on about this song and this artist. A massive breath of fresh air and another fine example that there will always be AMAZING NEW music made. Thank you Stephen Wilson Jr. for this art. Words cannot express my appreciation for you and your music. Hopefully I can catch a show or 5 🤞🤘🏻❤
I totally agree!
The greatest single artist to come our way in several generations, for a fact. Hats off to a powerful musician/singer/songwriter. It takes a crazy amount of practice, talent and God given gifting to reach down into a listener’s inner most being and touch it 👍🏻
Perfection. I also love the live version of “I’m a Song,” and wish you’d release that to buy. We want to support your music. Let’s help get more of Stephen Wilson Jr’s music out there. Main stream radio and music is absolute trash. This man is gold. Unique voice, interesting cords and guitar playing, and heavy duty lyrics. Hubby fought in ‘Nam. I shared this with him. Agreed with comment above: SWJ is an incredible blend of Willie, Waylon and Dylan. We love your music, man! 🔥☮️♥️
I have been loving everything I have heard from you.
Fascinated by your guitar. I would like to hear the story. A unique and inspirational sound man.
Good stuff brother.
My god. what a talent this guy is. praying i can get a ticket for Glasgow next month.
Late to the game but grateful to have found your music. I'm spreading it to everyone I know!
Brilliant. Happy birthday Marine Corps
Thank you sir, I'm an old veteran now.
Poignant. 😢
Brought me to tears.
Thank you for this music man. Very heartfelt and powerful. Amazing words to be singing nowadays.
This track along with Werewolf are my personal favorites so far.
Another true gem. Been slowly going through your catalog of songs and they're all amazing so far. Really enjoy this one.
This man is underrated
It says a lot when just the beginning of song before the lyrics can make you feel something. It makes me combat myself to which is better this version or the album version.
Truth😭🙏💞🕊🌎
Im aw struck by your talent!
Can’t wait to see you in Newcastle UK 🙏🏻🤦🏻♂️
I love this. My father and brother fought overseas in our nation's name. They'd agree.
Gosh so pleased I watched Michael Palmisano and found you tonight
This sounds like a classic
Holy shit this is bad ass! Big fan of this guy
Chills!
❤❤❤❤❤
I'll see you one day keep it straight and strong
Your music is so beautiful. I’m crying in my kitchen now 🥹
Saw the clip on instagram, but didn’t realize you were that good at guitar, never seen that style of bending riff before!
I just discovered his music. I have gone thru the entire da*n list and only didn’t care for one. Not that it wasn’t good. THIS ONE!!! He’s not lying…RIH to Ryan Baker, my brother.
#22UNTILNONE!
War hurt and took my brother and not by bomb or bullet. Wars from now on…should be fought by old men. 😢
How am I just now finding this guy??? AMAZING!!
Absolutely awesome!
Just getting into a couple of your songs but I’ll be listening to you a ton.
The Gems are always hard to discover.
Your music is so special. This song is excellent.
Wonderful
PLEASE COME TO CANADA
Love your acoustic songs! Fantastic voice, fantastic strings on that guitar! Just love your hat🙌🙌🙌😊😊😊
Wow….. that’s a whole of truth in one song
Your acoustic versions are fantastic, i nornaly hate the acoustic versions of artists songs.
Sending ❤ from “across the pond”🙏
Stephen I love the work you put out and I wish you the best.
Nailed It. Just Nailed It.
You’re the best. Hope to share some time with ya sometime
Dayummmmmmmmmmmmm!
Amen!
What tuning is that in? Sounds beautiful.
DIG IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I reposted this in a story today on fb. I love it. Your blowing up.
Another great song Stephen ✌
Amazing, as usual.
This man! What!?!
This is great
Love this version!
Great
Love your stuff!
Respects Sir. You sound like my pal Chris Cornell.
Alright, so here it goes. You are an amazing artist with something to actually say. I know producers, players, and writers who would kill to work with someone like you. Ill make sure to put your gospel out there man. Take care and God Bless
Like he needs your vehicle ? He already has a spaceship Time Machine flux capacitor limited editions . But at least you said it like a true narcissist!
it ain't me, it iain't me. i aint no fortunate son...
I haven’t been this impressed since Songs Ohia.
MERICA!
🎶🎶❤️
Best line is dont they usually start em anyway!
nice work Stephen! This Geezer AGREES !! btw is that open E tuning a la Kief Richards?
Simultaneously inspires me to both play and quit playing my guitar. Gonna stick with my coloring book and let Stephen get back to working on the Sistine Chapel. Holy sh*t.
I can't help thinking Stevie and John Prine are doing a hella' collaborating lately......shades of "Sam Stone"
I need a rig run down, tunings and such
Who’s here on Veteran’s Day 2024? TYFYS vets.
Sending our brightest and strongest to die.
I'VE ALWAYS SAID THAT!!
COMMON SENSE. WHICH OUR GOVERNMENT DOESN'T HAVE.
NEVER DID.
17TH TEXAS DIVISION
Chris Cornell meets Jamie Johnson meets James McMurtry meets Robert Earl Keen
New fan here
Main stream music can't handle what this talented fellow is laying down. He has no hidden agenda nor is he interested in drinking the cool aid. To hell with mainstream music. The Tyler Childers, Colter Wall and this gentleman have more talent in toenails then all the Cowboy Carter and lip sinked Taylor Swift put together.
Did he read “old man’s war”?
I thought this would be Porcupine Tree. I was wrong. Waaay wrong. Why did you do this to me algorithm?
Thought it was chris stapleton's brother 😊
Only 45k. Alot of 🤡s i guess. You are a real one . Lets go.