Richmond is the Capitol of Virginia. Washington D.C. is north of Richmond. The "rich men" are the politicians there who pass the legislation that we all live under.

As a retired firefighter in the USA, I will add this. In the USA, every labor day, Firefighters across the US and Canada go to the streets to ask for money to donate to the fight for muscular dystrophy. It's called "Fill the Boot". A firefighters boot is held out so money can be deposited in it to be counted and turned in later. During my career of 33 years, I can tell you that the people who look like they need every cent that they have, always empty their pockets, car consoles, or any other place they collect money, and throw it in the boot. And any car that is definitely a car of the upper class, keeps their window closed and look straight ahead to avoid eye contact! And then drive away without offering up a cent. Everyday people take care of their own.

This is why independent artist are very crucial they can sing about what they actually feel

His style of singing is called an "Appalachian Holler", and is very popular, here, in the South. His guitar is called a resonator. I'm so glad y'all loved this---AND, you got the miner/minor reference!!! ❤

When people have to spend every waking minute working to just get by, it makes it damned hard to even think about the "pursuit of happiness". The "New World Order" is doing the working class absolutely no favors. Oliver Anthony is saying exactly what the majority of the world is thinking. Great reaction.

"Look out for miners, not just minors on an island somewhere". Woa! Shots fired!

No guys, Washington D.C. is directly north of Richmond, Virginia, and not too far away.

so washington D.C. is just 100 miles north of richmond , so he is referring to politicians .. but my favorite part is when he says "i wish politicians would look after miners instead of minors on an island somewhere " which he is referring to he would like them to take care of coal miners instead of minors on an island referring to jeffrey epstein's island

I love my country, but I hate my government.

I'm a 70 year old US citizen. THIS BRINGS TEAR TO MY EYES EVERY TIME I hear it. We have lost control of our government and I don't think we will ever get the "old" USA back.

This song reached the top of the music industry charts for a couple days after its release.

This song went straight to #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 about four days after release. Craziest thing is that Oliver Anthony is the first person to achieve such a feat with no promotion or previous work. This song, borne of a bout with depression (Anthony's own words), is a once-in-a-lifetime anthem for not just us here in America, but around the world who are going through the same thing we are.

I think you might find it interesting that he and his wife just had their first child (a son :-) ) also. He has turned down millions of dollars of offers.... he wants to control what happens to his music. He also cancelled a concert when he found out how much the venue was going to charge people to come to his concert. He is still trying to figure out all this fame himself.... he has lived a life of struggle and has a heart for those who also struggle in this life. I truly do not think he and his wife will forget where they came from and will just appreciate whatever comes their way. Like he says- it was NEVER his dream to become famous or sing in big concerts. He loves people and the simple life

I wish politicians would look out for miners and not just minors on an island somewhere. Biggest line in the song.

One of the most listened to songs in the world and not a peep out of mainstream media.

“I Want to go Home” and “90 Some Chevy” are both worth reacting to. Completely different vibes, with the first one similar to “Rich Men...” in the power of the message, and the second one is more of a love song. There are a bunch of other songs too and he has a channel on YT. He’s putting it all out himself and refusing to sign with big labels. Turned down $8million right after this song went viral, and is insisting on affordable pricing for his concert tickets. He’s awesome!

I believe they're referring to our illustrious government reps. Oliver Anthony also has another song called I Want to Go Home which is very moving.

this song strikes seriously true for those of us living in Appalachia... speaks some serious truth.

Oliver is amazing. His voice is wonderful and he's not afraid to say the truth. He's had me crying with every song he's wrote. He's just a simple man filming himself and his dogs with his phone. 💜

Watching reactions to this song I always know how informed people are based on the reaction to minors on an island. Great reaction!

I've watched that myself at least a couple dozen times and I've watched at least 100 reactors react to it. You can make it be 101. I enjoyed it. I'm glad you guys did it. Thanks for all you do!

"Fed loved and happy" seems like a merch idea for some couple wanting to come the the U.S.

93 million in three months is 1 million views per day. He'll be performing 3 miles from my house next summer, I'll definitely be there.

This is a Anthem for the working class across the world. Oliver (Chris his real name) Anthony he goes by his grandpa's name. He is a Christian man. A new father and a dog lover. We love him here in the USA. He has more song's on his channel I'm sure you both would enjoy.

Just announced for 2024 Oliver Anthony will be touring the British isles and parts of Europe

Which one of y’all wanna give ‘em the run down on Oliver? Let’s see, before this video came out, he’d never properly recorded anything ever, outside of his using a crappy phone. He never had an intention to “be a singer” in the way one who does, usually seeks fame and fortune. He was frustrated, 30 days sober from alcohol and just frustrated with the state of things here in America, and in the greater world at large. A man who was his friend and also worked on a channel for KZfaq out of Virginia, showcases local Virginian/Appalachian musicians. He approached Anthony wanting to showcase him as well, and feeling like there was something special about Oliver. Made this video in his backyard, put it out, and no kidding, the views were in the millions within days. Oliver, whose real name is Chris (Oliver was his grandpas name so he uses it in honor of him) said he hoped maybe a few thousand would hear his song. He and we could never envision his stratospheric rise, in 5 days. He’s been on Joe rogan since and that was his introduction to the world . He’s married with children and a pregnant wife. About three days after it came out, he did a show at a farmers market, where just the week before 10-20 people came to see him. After the song, thousands came out, he put on a free show.he’s turned down every record/hollyweird offer. It wasnt about the money, but thanks to that initial friend with the Virginia channel, he made bank. It was such a moment being in the zeitgeist watching this all go down. The world watched. The world cried. And here we are.

I love his song "I've got to get sober"...a truthful song about the struggle of addiction.

This singer picked the title Rich men north of Richmond, because Rich Men north of Washington DC didn't have the same alliteration. The song is basically about the uni party, which are those politicians from both political parties that like their power so much, that they'll do anything to keep it at the expense of the common people struggling to survive.

He’s the real deal. Lives a working man’s life. Rich men north of Richmond (Virginia) so it’s the politicians in Washington DC north of Richmond he’s talking about. So true. Love it!

If the funds that were allotted to the homeless programs were actually used to help them the problem could be solved. Instead the politicians pocket everything and it becomes another slush fund.

He turned down an 8 million dollar recording contract.

He released another song right after this which is basically a sequel to this song. It's called "I Want to go Home"

He is from Prince Edward County Virginia. That is a hour south of Richmond Virginia which is the State Capital. Washington DC is 100 miles North of Richmond VA. The Rich Men are a mix of the politicians, lobbyists, CEOs and other executives who live in Northern Virginia which is Prince William County VA, Washington DC, Warrenton VA, Fairfax County VA, Loudon County VA (the true snake pit really of these people not DC), etc, and Southern Maryland. His real name is Christopher Anthony Lunsford. He will be in the UK touring in February of 2024. Glasgow UK Feb 7th, Manchester UK Feb 8th, London Feb 10th, Belfast UK Feb 12th, he finishes in Dublin on the 13th.

I want to Go Home is another gem from him.

Show Oliver some love and subscribe to his channel, Oliver Anthony Music and check out his other songs. Each one has a deep message

This is the realest I have ever seen u two be❤. Usually u skate around issues(neutral) and I get why, people are so quick to be offended by real talk but my respect level for u both just went up ALOT. ❤❤❤❤❤❤

After this song went viral, this guy was offered an $8 million contract from a recording studio, but he refused it because he said that he doesn't want to be associated with the "rich men", and that he didn't want to be controlled by the "rich men".

Beesleys, Timestamp 3:48-3:55, THAT'S the 1st Amendment to the US Constitution. If ever you come here, you need to get accustomed to it because REAL free speech becomes extremely heated and contentious sometimes. When we say there is free speech in America, we mean it, and we'll enforce it at the end of a gun barrel if necessary. He's just an impoverished peon from backwoods nowhere USA with a voice but if the Government went after him and people like him, that Government will be confronted with an army over 100MM strong with better firearms and more ammunition than our military has. If they didn't, you wouldn't have people like this speaking truth to power. And this is why we say, the 2nd Amendment defends the 1st Amendment.

He's referring to washington d c where all the crooked awful people are

I am so proud of him being a southern Virginian myself and it is an anthem for many of us here and it turns out around the world. We have the rich part of Virginia or lower Washington DC basically in the north and the real Virginia with actual Virginians from the middle down. It is amazing he was invited to the Blue Ridge Rock fest just outside of my town and his dogs are just chilling like that on stage and off.

Great reaction, you two, and good to see you do this one. I've seen people reacting to this video from the Middle East, India, New Zealand, Africa and most are flabbergasted, but MANY of them cry and say that they are going through the very same problems as we are, so you weren't far off, "soon-to-be Mrs. Beesley". BTW, I'm from America and I share all the same feelings as the others who've reacted to it. And, as said elsewhere, Richmond is a city in Virginia, just south of Washington, D.C. ... the source of political power in the States ... where the White House (and the President lives) and Congress are located, as well as where ALL politicians make/pass laws that "Control" the rest of the country to a great extent. It's conserved :"The Seat Of Power", as London is to the U.K.

He’s calling out the politicians in Washington DC which is north or where Richmond is, Epstein island, and people on welfare pays for all kinds of stuff and we’re paying taxes that goes to that kind of stuff.

Richmond is south of Washington DC; which is really the only geographical context you need.

Fun reaction. This is just a regular dude saying what regular people are thinking

I once heard it said that, while money might not buy happiness, it sure does make misery more bearable

I think people from every country have said said this is us too. This is a song for the working men and women.

There's was just 1.5k thumbs up a minute ago but now it shows about 100. KZfaq is playing with the views and thumbs again 😞

Yes, he is saying it like it is. It is so refreshing to hear honest, direct language about the world, not "correct" speech where you dance on eggshells afraid to offend anybody anywhere. I suppose there are millions of people around the world glad to hear that somebody understands them.

Washington DC is roughly NNW of Richmond VA. DC makes the rules (and most of the politicians have big money), hence he blames his situation on people making decisions about his life.

Wall Street is north of Richmond too!! I think that place has more to do with running everything now, more than the politicians. They’ve bought most of them off. 😢

He is going to be in Manchester on February 8th and London on February 10th. I'm hoping to go see him in Roundrock here in Texas in April. I absolutely love him. I grew up listening to my papa play banjo and my mama played guitar...bluegrass is very soulful. I'm so happy y'all enjoyed him. ❤️

The funniest thing I saw was one of the comments on this vid "Holy shit! I just bought welding rods from him 3 days ago". He sold supplies on jobsites, hopefully still does.

I heard that the camera and equipment was from a local radio station that heard a recording of the song and asked him if they could film him performing it

Check out Oliver's "I Want To Go Home". Another song for many who are fed up with the New World and feel hopeless about their future.

Among other things, the song is about politicians taking our tax $$$$ and spending it on foreign countries, not the American people and our infrastructure.

Id love you guys to watch his song called Doggone it and another called I've gotta get sober. Chris (Oliver Anthonys real name) is an amazing humble guy thats been through a lot in his life and he has alot to sing and tell about

If this song doesn't make you sad, angry or fill you with indignation, chances are you are one of the rich men. This is the people who work their asses off, with no thanks, with no reprieve, who see the bullshit of how the elite live and are damn tired of the way things have gotten so far out of hand. He's singing our song. He's sing not to us but for us.

Oliver is speaking truth for sure. He is saying what a lot of us are thinking over here. Not all, but a lot. Thank you

You have the new mommy glow!! You're more beautiful than usual!!! Congratulations!! 😊❤❤

She really spoke true about people that are working class and the kindness and willing to help your neighbors.

Check out i want to go home and 90 some chevy! Oliver Anthony is such an amazing guy. He didnt want fortune and fame. He just wanted his music to be heard. He turned down millions and millions of dollars in record label deals because he doesnt want to be controlled and manipulated like 95% of musicians on labels are. He was a factory worker for several years, working hard for terrible pay, coming home and drowning his pain in drugs and alcohol. Then he pleaded with god to help him get sober and let his music be heard. Weeks later this song was released and it exploded because it came from the soul and everyone across the world can feel it.

As a proud Virginian, we get to claim Chris (Oliver) as our own. He is talking about Richmond, Virginia; which is about 100 miles south of Washington, DC. Yes, there are other cities called Richmond, but ours is the original on this side of the pond. His song ‘Virginia’ is my personal favorite, but I am biased.

This was his first professional video. Done by West Virginia Radio station. All the others were done on his cellphone.

That tree house behind him was a deer stand, where hunters hide to get venison to eat.

I believe one of his friends heard the song and said that he had equipment to record it and they just did it for themselves. It turned into an anthem here in the states. I think you guys should do more music reactions

He also turn down a 8 million dollar contract with a recording company. That is a real man.

No such thing as a bad song by this man. That simple.

Great reaction! I had a debate one day with a very politically-minded individual at work. I am a deeply conservative (and very well-educated) young American living and working in the Silicon Valley (in the San Francisco Bay Area -- one of the most liberal parts of America). They kind of generalized me as a "typical conservative" -- which is stereotyped by the media. Yet, my story is the antithesis of the stereotype. I'm the son from a military family. Like my dad, I worked my way through university and graduate school. I did well in school and earn actual ACADEMIC scholarships -- but I paid the rest of my tuition. Despite working throughout high school and college, I also spent enormous numbers of hours volunteering with various mostly-minority communities to help them in school and the tedious and often confusing college application process. I've spent much of my free time traveling abroad in third world countries to help with everything from helping vaccinate indigenous communities (at risk from disease) to helping with infrastructure projects to simply digging water wells for tribal groups. I've actually housed illegal immigrants in my home -- those who had collapsed from exhaustion, hunger and thirst. I've spent enough money helping others that I actually went hungry doing so. Yet, in all of this, I am still a deeply conservative person. This is because I believe that many of the liberals in my country are liberals in idea only -- and fail at policy or actually practicing what they preach. In that debate with a co-worker, they got to the point of mocking me. So, I told them my story. After laughing it away, they said that I was merely trying to "sound like a liberal." However, I pointed out that conservativism in the United States used to be called "classical liberalism." It was the conservatives who outlawed slavery, provided jobs and outlawed discrimination. It was the conservatives who built policies that worked for the most people. The stereotype of racism, bigotry and hate is just that -- a silly stereotype and trope. Songs like this ring true. The politicians -- often funded by big business board rooms (including Silicon Valley corporations) -- are often "say'ers" but not "doers." It's all about profit margins. Capitalism works -- but politicians find ways to skirt the laws and shift jobs to Asia and other third world nations that will save money by skirting environmental and work safety laws. This is why people voted for Trump in 2016. It's why tens of millions might vote for him again in 2024. He's certainly a flawed man; however, he pointed out these hypocrisies on the campaign trail and in the White House. Trump still isn't my first (or even tenth) choice for president. However, the status quo is broken. I'd vote for anyone who is competent enough to fix the status quo.

As a tax preparer in U.S. you learn a lot about people from their charitable donations deductions. I've seen a teacher making $60,000 with $6k donations and a business owner making $600,000 with $600 donations. True story.

SO HEARTFELT!!! You may not have heard of him, yet - but, you WON'T FORGET HIM!! EVERY-DAY MAN'S "finger" to the politicians and the poverty: WRAPPED IN A PLEADING PRAYER. Written for DC...but, people the world-over have looked to this song as an ANTHEM! GREAT REACTION, YOU-GUYS!! :) HUGS!

Richmond Virginia is a big city in Virginia and South of Washington DC ! The Rich Men He’s referring to in the song is the Washington DC politicians who’s running our country in the ground by getting richer off the job while the working class gets poorer. The political class he’s talking about is congressmen, Senators, and even the White House using their positions to get filthy rich while the working class Americans aren’t being taken care of. That’s what the whole song is about is the forgotten men & women of the working class.

I would love to hear you react to more of this now historic singer! He has more he recorded on his cellphone and in his same native setting. "I've Gotta Get Sober" "I Want To Go Home" "90 Some Chevy" "I Don't Have A Dollar" "Virginia" "Rich Men's Gold"..... THANK YOU for reacting to this world-changing masterpiece! Love the British people! Also your treasured comedic series like "Fawlty Towers" and "Are You Being Served"!!

He has done a bout 12 songs. He refuses to use a production company. He also will cancel a show if the venue requires too high of a ticket fee.

Richmond is a city in virginia a state in the US. North of Richmond Virginia is Washington DC where all the rich elite politicians live. This song highlights the differences between the working class and the rich elites.

Not only is this a true song for America, the song is for the world. It hit hits hard for many many many people of all shapes and sizes and colors

Richmond is the capital of Virginia and was the capital of the rebellion during the US Civil War. Oliver Anthony is from southwestern Virginia, thus his perspective of Washington, DC being north of Richmond by about 100 miles. From a historical perspective, many of the major battles of the US Civil War took place between Washington DC and Richmond. The irony about this song is that both sides tried to claim this as their anthem, when Oliver Anthony said repeatedly that this song was non-partisan saying both sides suck. While I don’t agree with 100% of his points, he isn’t wrong on his overall point.

This man is saying what the majority of America feel. I am 52 years old and cannot understand why we do not takes stand and show the corrupt weasels how this country became free in the first place! Where are the warriors? I would glaadddly fight side by side with any Patriot to give this country back to the People where it belongs!

I genuinely love your optimism, and yes, there are many problems we could ameliorate, but rich people simply dumping money at social issues -- whether voluntarily or through taxation -- is not the cure-all that we all like to think.

Looks like you all across the pond are going to get to enjoy our man for a while next year! He's coming over there and doing a whole Europe tour all over the place it looks like. I'm jealous :)

He was offered 8 million dollars to sign w a record company and turned it down, God bless him, love HIS music

Another thing about this song is how it resonates with people all over the world not just here in the United States. We all have more in common than our countries leaders would ever want us to realize 🇺🇸

He dropped two more original song right after this song went viral. Washington DC is north of Richmond, New York is north of Richmond. He is an independent song writer/singer, he turned down 8 million dollar music contract. He had troubles in the past with alcohol, mental health, and work injuries. Americans pay some of the highest taxes in the world and receive the least benefits from the government. As the worlds police force the American people pay for the world safety with blood and sacrifice. To be far to American celebrates they do give millions to charities. Keanu Reese was give his last dollar to the needy in past years. Charities in the USA are a scam. Thanks so much for your reaction, you are some of the most beautiful people inside and out, in today’s world.

"Fed, Loved and Happy" I'd buy that T-shirt. Hint, hint.

Please check out his videos introducing himself to the world. Also, “I want to home” was released a couple of weeks after this song. It perfectly explains why he turned down millions. I’ve enjoyed watching people from around the world react to this video. Mr. Anthony (his grandfather’s name) has also just released a list of concerts he’ll be giving around the US AND around the world. I’m going to catch the one in Buford, GA😊👍

His song hits home for me here in England .. coming from a council estate working class background im seeing lots of families choosing to either put their heating on or get their food shop in .. im seeing people go without the basic things and they are working also .. its not right or fair while our goverment is earning thousands just for sitting and attending discussions and still thinking they deserve their wages to be raised while they themselves dodge paying their taxes but if we did that for even the tinest amount we would be arrested. Im starting to hate my country .. not the people but everything else. Cant afford to get married cant afford to start a family so i earn money just to keep a roof over my head and that roof is a 1 bedroom flat that keeps on rising in price and is not worth it and then that money is gone. What type of life is this and who would want it ?

You two are a thoughtful, kind and special couple, and I hope life brings you great joy because you do a lot to enrich the lives of others. I truly enjoy and appreciate your reactions, so please keep up the good work.

Ya'll make My Day 😃 Every Time I See Ya'll!! He's an Amazing Singer & After This Song Came Out He's Become My Favorite! Millie You Are Going To Love 💗 Everything From Him, I Know I Haven't Found Anything I Don't Like! He Has A Lot More Wonderful Songs & Videos ❤ & he always makes songs that are about things everyone is Thinking but like you said No One Is Saying! When he sang This song & when he recorded it the equipment he used was provided by a local radio station in Richmond, Virginia! He was still working at his full time job in a factory when he went viral, I'm not sure if he still is. But, I do know he turned down a $3 million dollar contract because he said he wasn't going to let anyone tell him when & where he can 💗Perform! He Loves too & is always singing at Festivals & Jamborees plus other things like that because he said it lets meet his fans! He even backed out 💙 of a show once when he found out how much the place was $ changing people to (& he was already driving there w/ his dogs like he does for every show) hear & see him sing! Please react to more of his 🎶 Music, He's my favorite & Millie you are going to Love 💗 Everything From Him! Sending Prayers 🙏, Blessings, Hugs, & Love 💗 From My Family To Yours. I Pray 🙏 GOD 🙌 Highly Blesses Ya'll In Everything You Do! In JESUS CHRIST 🙌 Mighty Name I Pray 🙏 For All These Things Amen!

Keep talking and connecting!! -it really helps people that feel isolated, think that's why reaction vids are so big. Thanks you 2!! TC edit-said you don't do a lot of music...Oliver has more gems, and an AMAZING artist named REN recently got the #1 album in UK. I highly recommend anything from him or The Big Push, a band he was in -they may get back together(Ren has health issues). HI REN by REN is a great place to start -Trust:) oh yeah... Money Games 1,2,3 are a must!! -ok done :)

So glad that you guys reacted to this song. It’s made the rounds across the US and speaks to all of us.

Also Oliver Anthony has another great song called “I want to go Home.”

As noted by others he's singing about the rich men north of Richmond, Virginia: Washington, D.C. where the politicians are totally out of touch with the "common" people.

Money doesn't make you money, but lack of money can make you miserable.

I was a truck driver for 19yrs and gave it up bc I was never home. I now deliver pizza's and took a huge pay cut. Much happier now bc I'm home everyday and still able to pay my mortgage

His sound is very culturally Appalachian so I was surprised when he said he wasn’t. He was responding to people like myself who thought he was.

Being from West by God Virginia this song does hit home. I am so glad people across the pond get to share this with us. It is a shame WE all relate to this and no matter the culture, continent, country, village, or town it hits home! Great video you two. I have said he has put the air back into the lungs of us all!

God is working great things through this man. He should be in all of our prayers!

this song resonated so well because you can FEEL his emotion in the singe and know he is not singing to sing a song but to express a message.

For this one, its worthy of pausing and talking about. Also the song is about the government, but everything you said is still valid

Actually, he didn't have the equipment. A local radio station loaned him the microphone and shot the video out on his property with a "real" camera. I put "real" in quotes because, up until the station loaned him the mic and shot the video with an actual professional grade camera, Oliver had been recording his songs on nothing but his cell phone.

Your guys's South Park reactions are honestly one of the best I've seen on KZfaq in a while