We aren’t from different worlds brother. If WE would all stay true to what is in our own heads and hearts and stop being influenced by society, media, government, friends and family WE all could walk the same path. I’m an old white boy from Wyoming who spent 26 years doing crazy shit all over this planet and I managed to erase all stereotypes and judge by attitude and character only. Cross that line and I don’t care what you are I’ll handle it, everyone else I’ll do what I can to have your back.

What everyone in this country needs to realize, other countries don't see us in the different ways we Define ourselves. To everyone else in this world we are simply Americans. One People. That's why they do their best to keep us all divided because we are 331 million strong.

Spot on brother!!

We need to stop seeing color and see that we are humans trying to make through the next day. We only find peace in life when we finally feel that sweet kiss of death. Let us all stand united in pain to fight back and find light in the dark

Brother, we're all pups from the same litter... Adam's litter..God has a plan for us all

I'll buy right now!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Agree 1000%

Ain't that the truth!

Well said Sam

Amen🎉

I will be 2 years sober on June 3rd!!!

Help me...

Life !!!!!

@@cliftonlloyd8395if you are currently struggling with addiction. Remember you are not alone. The people in your life that care about you do not encourage you to fail. They push you to better yourself. It hurts to see you doing it to yourself. When you find your way back they will welcome you with open arms. The stuff I was on made me forget to see the good things in life. The things that made me me. I’m happily sober since 8/8/18 I lost everything and found my way back. I’ve had close calls with almost relapsing but it was because I was around people that were using and separating myself from that was what I needed to do. If anyone ever needs a person to talk to I’m a good listener.

I'm sober when im sleeping.

Real Talk homie!!!! Idk whether to say Fuck you or thank you!!!!?

@Stonesmithable either way works for me haha.

There's no doubt he's still looking out for you. Thank you for sharing that.

It's bugged if you have you cell on

Play them, that’s your sign.

I think your dad say hi 😉

That's a Fact@@shable1436

Congratulations! I think this song will help a lot of people realize they aren't alone in this battle. It's a song from the heart from a person that's actually been through it. It's not made up lyrics for monetary reasons. I know I've started reevaluating my life a bit more since hearing this song.

Congratulations!! ❤

I love you. Amazing. Thank God. I've struggled a long time. These overdoses gonna get me. Come too close sorry. Lord have mercy.

3 years june 10 2023 by the grace of God🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🛐

This line is one everyone addicted to anything has thought but unfortunately most run out of time before they get living right.

Couldnt plan it better. creation decided to sing with him

You’re absolutely right❤

When you play music in nature it always happens like that

After reading this comment and you pointing that out, this song means even more to me now. It comes in perfectly more than once! God bless you brother

Truth touches the soul. ❤

PRAISE GOD, PROUD OF YOU!!!

Amen! I was baptized on August 6th, 2 weeks ago as of this Sunday and I am sober 7 days now after years of heavy daily drinking. Jesus Saves, God is great. 🙏

Stay with it! God bless, and if he falls, help him back up and continue taking steps. We all fall, the courage is in getting back up.

@@CanadianTopG That's just so awesome!!! God bless you, keep up the good work. :)

In my sobriety I have found the aspect of replacement to be very important. There is a habitual hole in your husband right now. Fill it with good and active and fun things! And God of course ❤

I see you.. need you to know that you are valued. Good 👍 to be apart of this journey

You got this bro stay strong I'm so proud of ANYONE that gets sober don't let anyone discredit you even not drinking for a day after drinking daily for years is a HUGE accomplishment you ate stronger than you know bro

Congrats for lasting 72 hours. All you can do is take one hour at a time. Hang in there and keep reminding yourself why you quit. ❤

Praying for you.

I'll pray for you friend. I'm sober 10 years and it can happen for you too. You pray for God's help and He put people in your life. Try going to a 12 step meeting. It's been keeping me going. I found God, a community of good friends who love me. I found myself in those people. Good luck and God bless.

I tryed 3 times to quite drinking before I finely did almost a decade ago... you can do it don't give up ... keep fighting minute to minute then hour to hour soon its days... our heavenly father hears our prayers, I will pray for you...

@@timwhitney5288 Thanks Brother! His will be done! I'm not "hard alcoholic" anymore,but even these few cans at night is starting to bother me...Lord already helped me a lot! Praise God!

Going on 14 weeks & counting best thing I done for myself since ever

God bless 🙏

@@davidmonroe2378 keep it going brother. Gods got your six.

I'm three months sober after 20 years of heavy drinking. Best thing I've done for myself ever.

@@demarco9577 I love to hear it brother. God Bless.

He is a natural

100%@@Maxjaynelle

I can't believe there were no replies to your comment. First of all, congratulations. It isn't easy. Not even close to easy. It takes bravery, grit, determination and introspection of the soul. Although we don't know each other, some things make universal connections of human emotion and struggle. I want you to know I'm proud of you.

one day at a time man. i just broke 2 days sober tonight. not alot but i dont feel like i can do this with my job and all the drama in the country. perhaps i just act cowardly.

​@@billfrank471I hope you're 4 days now! Happy Thanksgiving

That’s awesome man! I’ll be up there with you here soon hopefully. This life we’ve made for ourselves gets old very quick, I’m looking forward to the days of being happy because it’s just a good day too be happy. You got this man don’t let anyone tell you otherwise. WE got this.

⁠@@billfrank471No man you are not acting cowardly. Addiction turns thoughts into parasites and then you find yourself reasoning with yourself to do whatever it is your choice of drug because of any inconvenience, the only thing that makes it better is time and I know that’s cliche but time is the best healer. The first 2 weeks are generally the worst physically but more so mentally, the metal part is what gets you especially if you don’t have anything to keep your mind busy. You got this man, don’t beat yourself up so much about breaking your streak that just comes with the territory unfortunately. The main thing is you recognize what the problem is and that right there shows that you’re mentally aware and not in denial cause your thoughts are clouded. Just make it your goal to get through everyday, I feel setting goals which isn’t a bad thing it also sets you up for failure just focus on getting through the present day and before you know it a week will have passed then 2 & 3 and so on. You got this my man!

Just over three months for me and will also be baptized soon. Funny how God works.

@@bearleigh2449 congratulations. And I agree, it is a wonderful coincidence. Good for you and God Bless you! Through Him all things are possible.

Excellent. I'm 30 years sober and still know the hold of the drink can slip in the door so easily. So glad I found the help of Jesus.

@@bdakin91 yes! Without Jesus showing me I can do all things, I’d be dead or in jail. He saved my mortal life, and gave me everlasting life. God bless you for sharing.

🙏🙏🙏

I love Jesus.

✝️🙏🏼Jesus breaks every chain!⚡️⛓️💥🙏🏼✝️

@@rshuler6967 A non tangible cannot become tangible. We call this logic.

That's awesome, man! I thank God for your success in keeping sober! Keep the faith, brother!

❤🙏🙏🙏

Bless you. Thank you for your service, Sir.

Airborne! All the way! From army Afghanistan vet!

Thank you for your service Gentlemen! I appreciate your time and sacrifice. I strongly agree with you, this worlds needs a whole lot of this beautiful music. And thank you Oliver for sharing your gift. It’s brings a warmth to my heart, truly!

Army vet here. Recently out. Still in that finding another purpose phase. This song hits hard in a special place that I know you probably understand that most others won't. Thank you for what you've done.

Thank you Sir for protecting me and my family. my nephew was planning to go into the Marines in Jan 2022 but took his own life Nov 10 2021. . it's has destroyed my entire family. I digress, Thank you Soldier! I salute you soldier and as I stand here, a Proud American who loves her country... send you love, good vibes and tons of good juju to get you thru till you get home. Thank You! Michele Brown St. Louis, MO USA

I know how it goes, brother. Just move through the depression, eventually you'll see the light. A phrase that helped me was, "This too shall pass." Remember it doesn't last forever.

Sometimes a long journey through the dark helps to enjoy the light that much more 🙏

Start writing.........A Song.

God bless you sir

Wishing the best for you and praying for you. I know how it is brother, it will get better. Please give your pain to Jesus. God bless you, I know you can do it.

Same here man Canada is no longer the place we once grew up in 🥵

I used to visit Canada frequently from the 80's to about 2015. It's not like it used to be. What a shame..

Same here in the US. I'm with you.

I have been watching what is going on in Canada and it is heartbreaking. Canada was always the place ppl in America thought they would flee to. God bless and stay strong.

You're not alone. ✝🛐💪

One of the reasons I quit drinking is because I was always making my mom cry.she is still with us and I have been sober for 12 years

Bro you said it . I'm 46 years old and just cried the same as 20 years ago when my father dropped me off at the detox and said if this don't work I don't wanna know you. Song is great

from a great gramma god bless you, stay strong

@toddford9112 God bless you, brother, and your Momma, too.

@@williambozzo8820 It hits home. Keep your chin up and the bottle down.

Just passed a year for me. Glory to Christ our Lord!

Congrats man.!!! Keep on the straight path to sobriety cause liquor can lead to a great fall.

@@CLOUDWALK3R 🙏 Thank you! I’m happy for you too!

@@vashmatrix5769 🙏 Thank you! Great job! God bless.

@@neillkoffman4149 🙏 Thank you!

🙏

@Idiots_In_Cars.

@Idiots_In_Cars.

​​@@andrewp.schubert2417is there something wrong with you,

I feel you. I am at the crossroads too. Fearing I'm not strong enough to win......

​@@riflebear1711 you're strong enough...

​@@riflebear1711 I'm still in this mindset. I hope you have grown. I'm slowing down on drinking, weed, but not cigarettes. I drink a fifth every 3 days, compared to 1 day. I smoke a quarter a month, compared to a week. But I smoke 1.5 packs a day, compared to a pack every other day. It isn't just about getting sober, but also changing on how you think of yourself and this world. I started with just getting back to personal hygiene, and now I am in the process of slowing my bad habits down while replacing them with good habits. Still haven't found the good habits, but I think I am getting there.

@@riflebear1711you can do this, may God be with you always brother/sister!

same struggle brother! im trying too. Lord please forgive me for my mistakes!

Amen

I'm praying for you friend, Asking God to step in and carry you through your struggles. And Jesus said to him, "‘If you can'! All things are possible for one who believes." -Mark 9:23

You’ll make it with that attitude! God bless you for wanting Jesus! I’ll meet you soon, in the clouds!

May God touch you & heal your mind spirit and body & Soul ❤ God is the answer just remember this. The evil wants to keep you down Rebuke satan in Jesus Name demand satan to flee you now! I pray God will lift you give you the strength to overcome

Oops! Almost forgot. The V.A. helped put Humpty back together again , back in 2009. At that time I felt the nightmares would never end, but they did. Still don't sleep too good, but no longer jump up drenched in sweat. Grateful.

I just started my sober journey! 28 days no alcohol. Thank you for your service Iraqi vet here

@@davidfly254 Thank you for your service. In 1976 i was conscripted and served during the Angolan Bush/Border war, got my honorable. discharge in 1987.

@@kristinaarnold5191 Thank you for your service. I served in the South African Defense force during the Angolan Bush war 1976-1987.

I just went to the VA for the first time and got out in '07. I came back from Iraq 2 months before I discharged and hit the bottle for the next 15 years. I got sober on my own and at the 6 month mark I decided to seek help from the VA as it became apparent I had some other problems I treated alcohol with. The VA gets a bad wrap but they have been great to me. I wish I'd done it sooner so I could have some of my youth back.

Absolutely. It's awesome! I cant quit playing it.

I pray Oliver isn’t going away anytime soon and his inspiration spreads far and wide.

I listen to this song over and over. Sobriety is hard.

I agree!!!

Right?!

♥️♥️♥️

Nice comment😊

Congratulations on your sobriety brother!! Proud of you. Keep doing what your doing to stay that way. I'm also 53 and it took me awhile. Several relapses and struggles but I hung in there and celebrated 12 yrs just recently. You got this man I'm rootin' for ya! 🫵🏼

Brother, I'm 56, and I've been sober since May of 08. I was a mess and got married on 11/11/11. my loving wife passed away on February 1st, 2022 To say." It's been tough" is an understatement, yet I've managed to stay sober through it. At least up till today. I don't worry about tomorrow because nobody's promise to tomorrow . it was a blood clot that took my wife from me & there was nothing I could do to save her.

@@RJ67. Prayers for you Brother.

So sorry for the infringe on your privacy. Beautiful song. How are you?

God sent us his son to lead us against the evil and fight the spiritual war humanity was in. 2023 years later, God sent us this man for the same reason. I truly believe Rich men north of Richmond is our battle cry. It is meant to bring us together. To give us strength to fight this war that only their side is fighting. Are you ready? It will take all of us to defeat the devil and his cabal and the committee of 300 who serve them.

As for the religious crowd who is here partly because of the nature of the song and partly because its a country vibe. But I just wanna say we have some differences; despite that we have a lot in common. One of my favorite artists of all time beat alcoholism and heroine addiction. And he said "The day I let go of being too rebellious/punk/atheist/anarchist/badass/etc to accept the help being offered in those places was the first day of my life. Today I am free. I might not be tomorrow. Let's not waste time being too damn cool to have a good life. In love and solidarity" So he like myself is an atheist. But accepting help in a 12 step program saved his life. We share a lot in common when it comes to values and common humanity. And I always hope that people don't write off people like myself who are atheist. Because I can tell you we fight a common struggle against communists, socialists, and dangerous ideas and (substances too) that destroy millions of lives. I believe some Christians have said "God writes morality on your heart" Or something like that. Basically when I tell you them I have sense of right and wrong that comes from within (and guilt when I do bad things). They say god wrote these things on our hearts. I don't believe any of that, but I just like to say your my ally if you stand against totalitarianism and for freedom. And I hope we can learn from each other in the resistance of evil powerful people who want more power for themselves. Like I was saying we share a common humanity. And I hope that people of many different religions or lack thereof can live in peace together and work together against evil in the world. Peace Peace everyone.

@@Zero-pe3iqI appreciate your thoughtful comment. My last drink was Feb 13, 2004, and I did rely on the power of the Lord to set me free (through working the 12 Steps) but I do believe there are other paths to sobriety. Even so, I want to offer a challenge to you because whether you believe it or not, your eternity is on the line. Your challenge- Say, “Jesus, if you are who you say you are, reveal yourself to me in such a way that I can no longer deny your existence.” Of course, you have to be open and honest as you say this, but if you are… watch out because your life will change. What do you have to lose? He will show up. Christians aren’t against atheists. You are our target audience, so to speak. Jesus loves you so much you can’t even fathom it.

@@kykategray Thanks. I don't believe in magic or things you can't see. You know like you have to be able to see it and also to study it. You have to know what things are. Just because your see something doesn't mean it is what you think. (Hallucinations are an issue. Dreams also are bad place for data since your brain created the experience of the dream.) And no dead people are gonna help me out. Thanks though. I'm pretty sure your being kind. Also I sure hope Christians aren't against me. That's how I was raised and I've always been around them. Its just I haven't believe any of that in a long time. Some people are very hateful towards atheists. (less common these days) Good that you aren't of course.

​@@BigLeagueDrewwhy does it bother you.

@@BigLeagueDrew My opinion is that we are all programmed by the media to label ourselves and divide ourselves. It's a damn shame if you ask me. I do it too sometimes. They tell us if you are this you don't like this and it works whether we realize it or not.

​@@BigLeagueDrewparce que ça fait trop longtemps qu'on nous divise , même dans le choix de nos musiques...

@@BigLeagueDrew it seems you have trouble with a guy declaring himself a blackman...because that is all you got out of his comment.

It seems your full of questions.@@BigLeagueDrew

So sad but true 😂😔

What’s step one?

Step one is to decide, change happens at the moment of decision

@@Dw00045I’ll say it’s different for everyone, but facing the trauma from our lives I think is a great first step. What trauma got you where you are currently? Finding a helping hand to hold is also a huge help. Going to drug court & getting counseling helped my hubby on his journey to sobriety.

I drank every week to excess until I fell and hit my head. After that alcohol tasted like poison to me. Never had any in 10 years, and I never missed it. If you drink, you're self-medicating. Start exercising. Love yourself. Join a Church. Live till you don't anymore. Then ask God why.

One day at a time 3yrs+

From one picker to another, son go get 'em! You got it. Tell 'em what for! ❤

On day at a time 13 years

Set em up! Y’all need some Hank Williams Sr in your lives to understand this here song, not the op obviously, & Sir I’m 55, haven’t heard the like since I was a boy

Blessings & HE, has you in the palm of his hands….

Keep up the good work.

Keep coming back, my friend.

Keep it going!!!

Congratulations on being sober! One day at a time. I've got a sister who's been sober for 20 years now. My baby brother, unfortunately, couldn't get sober and died from an OD 2 years ago, at the age of 24. It's a club I never wanted to belong to, the "losing a sibling" club. Addiction affects everyone....during their addiction, and unfortunately, afterwards too. Keep keeping on. You've got this!

❤

💛✌️💛

My brother has been clean for nearly a year, after nearly 30 on gear. Well done mate, proud of you.

Thank God you're off of it. proud of you

I’m free from pills and this song makes me tear up and feel the Love of Jesus in my heart ❤️ your just a wonderful singer and songwriter. Please make a million more songs, our country needs em! And I Really need em. Thank you sir

Amen brother

I've been a suburb kid living on the edges and metropolitan areas and just at the cusp of the country for most of my life whether it was in New Jersey or all the way down in the swamps of the Deep South...and man does this music hit me deep. Our cities were once beautiful, and our countryside was littered with small charming towns... but it's all gone, city blocks replaced with dilapidation, the woods and country speckled now with mcmansions...and these new homes are built and sold to people from up north who just bring their garbage politics and policies with em. No matter where i am, i feel like a stranger in my own home. We're all hurting out here. I got a wife and kid, yet as a man, i somehow feel like i am alone.

Lowell Massachusetts, this is hitting hard for me i fucked up after a long year of sobriety

@@pr1547 its all part of life buddy, you didn't fuck up you just tasted your old poison... remember its POISON.

@@pr1547 There's always a way back.

Just remember. You are not alone. There are millions of us that feel the way you feel. We are in this together... It is a dark time for this country.

Lead us, Oliver🫶🙏❤️🇺🇸👍

Love from Calgary Alberta , we may never meet but love is spreading all around North America you will feel it soon! ❤🇨🇦🇺🇸❤🇨🇦🇺🇸❤🇨🇦🇺🇸❤🇨🇦🇺🇸❤

I'm 66 next week andshared with my lovely ginger sin in law. I can relate and allowed myself to cry when I heard Rich men north of richmond today. ❤ So true of us all now Im finally awake, the terror has chqnged to being sick and tired of it. 🇬🇧 He is the Trump of Country Music

Amen

Solid advice but from the video talks he's done, I believe he will do that

That's who I thought it was when the first rap covers came out! But I had to search when I realized it was a new song...all of then I was blown away.

Nice work brother! Beautiful (but tough and i KNOW!) story. Stay strong. ❤ Much different world when you have clarity... We need you around man, so stay sharp! K?

👏 👏 👏

Keep fighting dude! You’re worth it.

You got this dude!!!! We are all here cheering you on. You already did the hard part everything is up from here. Bigger and better and happier.

Stay strong King

I heard/noticed it too… perfection.

That god behind him

Stay strong 💪🏻 ❤ you’re worth it. And there’s people like us in this country lots of us who care about each other don’t let the media and propaganda get to you. Sending you a big hug 🤗

Stay strong!! I don't know you but I'm so proud of you!!

Best wishes from Scotland

I try but it's hard ,bless you n your hard work n bless your journey

Prayers heading your way 🙏

Amen! Keep forgiving

Thank you for your support, kd741. Very nice of you and very much appreciated. Will do. I'm still on it, but on it nonetheless. Be well.

Amen!!

Proud of you, and God bless. Life can be so brutal, but the best lessons are learned that way, so long as you never give up. Well done, and best wishes! I pray for your continued peace and prosperity. 🙏💚👊

God bless you 🙏🏼❤️

God bless YOU!

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

It’s a life second to none for me

Congratulations

Good for you, man -- that's some hard work you've done, with some help!

Musicians don't make it, unless they play the game. This man doesn't want to play anyone's game. I did just hear that John Rich offered him the ability to professionally record his song and distribute. I pray they don't run it.

My KZfaq suggestions below his videos is filled with musicians doing this same song just with different lyrics and different voice. He's not special in that aspect.

He doesn't fit the "narrative".... rest assured he doesn't care about narrative! Someone will pick him up to open for concerts, but you won't find him on mainstream TV or radio because of the snowflakes..

When the pupil is ready, the teacher will appear. I feel that God brought Oliver to us when we were ready to receive him and his music. He tells stories of the common man and woman who struggle daily just to pay the bills and eat. Who can’t afford to go to a fancy detox clinic to get sober. By Gods grace I’m 10 years sober and I thank God every day. John Rich will help this young man stay true to himself. John is a good man and an amazing patriot. May God bless you Oliver and may we be blessed with your music.

Amen

@@robertbalian7538 Yup, I feel like this is what we need. Real folk music from a real Christian dude. No A&R men getting in the way, just music like it was meant to be. From the heart.

Peace

One day at a time my friend. ❤

2-6-95 here. Whiskey down the hatch, then Tango and Foxtrot? I was the greatest dancer back them, lol! V.A. sorted me out too, brother. They helped put Humpty back together again. Glad we backed out of that Pitful and Incomprehensible Demoralization zone. Blessings to u, friend. O.d.a.a.t. 🎉😊

@Steven-kcid. Congratulations to you too on your 8yrs. It's never easy. ❤

Congratulations. 10 years sober here. Love Hope Redemption

Working on getting sober myself at 49 years old. Praise the Lord.

Congratulations to you sir 🎉

​@@gwengwen4535you got this

AMEN BROTHER. GOD LOVES US MORE THAN WE CAN IMAGINE. HE SENT HIS ONLY BEGOTTEN SON TO DIE FOR OUR SINS AND EVEN WHEN WE FALL SHORT HE DOESN'T. EVEN IF I DIE AND IM NOT SOBER HE SAVED MY SOUL. WE CAN NEVER BE PLUCKED FROM HIS HAND OR SEPARATED FROM HIS LOVE. WE HAVE ETERNAL LIFE. TO HIM WHO WORKS NOT BUT BELIEVES ON THE ONE WHO JUSTIFIES THE UNGODLY HIS FAITH IS COUNTED AS RIGHTEOUSNESS. BLESSED IS THE MAN WHOM GOD WON'T IMPUTE SIN. WE MAY KNOW WE HAVE ETERNAL LIFE BECAUSE WE HAVE BELIEVED ON THE NAME OF THE SON OF GOD. WE HAVE BELIEVED THE RECORD GOD GAVE OF HIS SON. GOD BLESS YOU BROTHER ❤✝️

Amen.

Amen Brother.

Have you tried emdr

Thank you for your service brother and may God bless you and your loved ones!

Same here this dude is Goated.

🇺🇸🫡 Thank you for your service and sacrifice. It is appreciated.

❤

Amen brother

You just said it! Real music!

One thing I realized recently after a long period of being upset with God, is that sometimes while we are waiting on him to intervene, He’s waiting us to stand up and reach for where He is. Take a couple of steps forward, and He’ll handle the rest.

Quitter!!

Sorry for your loss.😢