If I Were the Devil- Colby Acuff (Acoustic version)

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3 жыл бұрын

Here's a session video of one of the first times I ever played this song. So crazy how things develop over time. It went from one singular song to be the title track on my Sophomore album. Enjoy.

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@digitalphoenix72 2 жыл бұрын

Seriously Colby, this song is your masterpiece. My 82 year old grandma insisted I make a CD for her to listen at home. Her jaw dropped open when I read the lyrics to her. Her comment was "I can't believe how apropos these lyrics are for our time". She was born the year The Great Depression started. She tells me she's never seen anything like this before, but your song captured everything she's been feeling. This is a song that will stretch generations, and it already has.

@Patrick-uu5xg Жыл бұрын

Just another great song country radio will never play.

@edwarddavis7496 4 ай бұрын

Who even listens to that anymore😂

@roxannecorbett8148 Ай бұрын

@@edwarddavis7496me, I do, I usually listen to 95.1

@jasoncook8351 10 күн бұрын

I don't even call what they play on country radio "country" anymore, I simply refer to it as "Nashville"....."garbage" works too. This song, on the other hand, is the real deal.

@dawhandaonli5925 3 жыл бұрын

This song is best described in three words topical true terrifying

@dcharlesintl 3 жыл бұрын

This song's gonna make 'ol Colby famous. 👏

@digitalphoenix72 2 жыл бұрын

I can't tell why he isn't famous already.. he's an amazing musician

@MRFUCR 2 жыл бұрын

2021 theme song yall, cheers

@levigarland5710 Жыл бұрын

You were right

@RawUncutFishing Жыл бұрын

@@digitalphoenix72 no one wants to give an Idahoan good credit.. in time this guy will be a legend!

@thomashawk21 Жыл бұрын

There another video with 10 million view

@trevorseibert227 3 жыл бұрын

This song is unnerving to say the least. This need to blow up.

@charlenethomas6198 3 жыл бұрын

It's the gospel... Read it for your self!!! You better know both sides of GOOD & EVIL... Cuz it's not all GOOD

@bobbyadams1574 3 жыл бұрын

Oh Lord that is real deep and a different view praise God for music like this gave me light today that I really needed

@cecilkeith1951 3 жыл бұрын

Getting The Word from The Devil

@synysterlegato1185 3 жыл бұрын

"The best of it all is they'll comply with their demise" i am no believer of faith but i see the devil in my fellow man and this is exactly how it's playing out

@Addicted2Antlers804 Жыл бұрын

But once you see the devil you can not deny God. Faith is inevitable.

@DustinAngle-hw5rr 9 ай бұрын

The only true perpetrator of evil on earth is the human unconscious.

@andrewlong8398 2 жыл бұрын

A voice of reason in a sea of chaos. What a lyrical masterpiece. Well done, Colby.

@clarabishop7743 2 жыл бұрын

This is literally my favorite song. I actually heard this while listening to Ian Noe. He’s from Kentucky, along with good ol Tyler Childers. Colby Acuff is one of those who will save country music. Especially this kind of music. Thank you for my new favorite song.

@digitalphoenix72 2 жыл бұрын

This is honestly one of the best written songs I've heard in years. I'm ill at home teaching myself to play this, and honestly it's getting me through this illness. I can't believe what an amazing songwriter Acuff is, and how I didn't come across him earlier.

@dustinhansen7228 3 жыл бұрын

Enjoy the Lyrics: If I were the devil, first thing that’d I’d do Is I’d come off as somebody who gave a damn about you I’d let you catch a peak of all your greatest desires And I’d watch the flames in your eyes burn like hell fire Find all the wolves, in the land And I’d make them fight each other Tooth and nail and hand to hand Find all the sheep, make ‘em stir up the pot ‘cause once the wolves have killed each other, sheep are what I want The devil walks among us friends, I know this is true And I don’t know if he’s red, and I don’t know if he’s blue One thing that I know we need to take a look around If I were the devil, this world would be my playground ‘Cause I’d place that thorny crown on my furrowed brow Well I’d shine in all the tears of joy, yelling from the crowd I’d want to brain wash some parents, and I’d have the world I’ll be in every schoolhouse lecturing little boys and girls The devil walks among us friends, I know this is true And I don’t know if it’s me, and I don’t know if it’s you But one thing that I know we need to take a look around If I were the devil, this world would be my playground For my final act, I’ll tell you what’d it’d be I’d have everyone so medicated, they could never see My cloven hooves or horned head would be all disguised And the best part of it all, is they’d comply with their demise The devil walks among us friends, I know this is true And I don’t know if it’s me, and I don’t know if it’s you But one thing that I know we need to take a look around If I were the devil, this world would be my playground If I were the devil, and this world was mine to see Well id see all the atrocities and it’d probably frighten me So I’d run back home, with a story to tell I’d tell all my demon friends that I always preferred hell

@syloz67 2 жыл бұрын

Not the correct lyrics. Close but not correct because this has several differences from the album version.

@mspat8195 Жыл бұрын

@@syloz67 would you lead us to the correct lyrics, please?

@MasterSergeantMadDogMDTS 3 жыл бұрын

What a great song and so in touch with our world today.

@mrsjackson5555 3 жыл бұрын

I absolutely love this song🎵

@charlesncharge6298 Жыл бұрын

My grandpa always loved country music. He introduced me to Willie, Waylon, and Cash. I still love real country and spurn pop country because of him and I believe he would enjoy this man's music as much as I do.

@blakekonchak9962 3 жыл бұрын

this song is fantastic, keep up the good work Colby.

@cottoneyejoe466 3 жыл бұрын

Damn good song! Lyrics are spot on. This will be the next song I learn on guitar. Keep up the great work!

@1bryanmv 2 жыл бұрын

I found this song randomly last night. I’ve listened dozens of times; amazing, love it, was looking for Paul Harvey last night and found this and was so joyfully surprised. Love the song and love this acoustic even more

@RichmondCaveMan 3 жыл бұрын

That’s funny, take all the wolves and make them fight, it would be like gathering the people who start wars and having them fight it out instead the rest of us. And the devil would be a set of beliefs between a generation, passed down to the next. Some terrible idea. The reason why the song is so scary, it’s probably because it’s true. Who or what is all behind all these horrible things orchestrated it all starts with one person. So many people live in fear so many people live in dogma. This song is truly a masterpiece.

@charlenethomas6198 3 жыл бұрын

Exactly... It doesn't matter if you believe in Lucifer or not... Cuz most definitely believes in us....

@nicke1903 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah I've always thought putting all those who are about the fighting,killing,looting,burning, just take em all put em together n let em do what they wish and leave the people who's only intentions is to keep their family and loved ones safe, alone. The only way I'd kill someone is if they are harming someone in my family or anyone that they're forcing their will on and willing to take a life in the process (color of your skin won't be a deciding a factor). I was a firefighter so I'm passionate about saving/aiding someone whos in a tight spot with a life threatening issue, whatever it may be, taking a life is something that I hope I never ever have to do. I hope y'all have a good day and stay safe out there everyone.

@JustAnotherSmith Жыл бұрын

He isn't exactly talking about "people who start wars". He is saying wolf in the context of those strong enough to stand up and fight for themselves. The next verse tells the tale, "‘cause once the wolves have killed each other, sheep are what I want". Sheep follow blindly, scare easily, and do as told.

@hardknoxblount 10 ай бұрын

@@JustAnotherSmiththis.

@freethinker4306 Жыл бұрын

Wow, that was amazing and so well done. Thank you. I’m so glad I found it.

@markramponi6611 Жыл бұрын

Outstanding! Timely!

@dustingoodpaster3715 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely beautiful 😍

@RavensLaxBro 3 жыл бұрын

This popped up on my Spotify Discover weekly playlist. Glad it did! Some great shit

@House13XIII 2 жыл бұрын

Found you today man, and this is in my top 5 fav songs. Incredible voice man thanks for making this

@JeffWC77 3 жыл бұрын

Spot on friend, great lyrics and song!! The devil is knockin on the door. .. Oh, and there are 33 likes when as I post this.

@jamesd.5940 2 жыл бұрын

Hard to fathom this song being construed in 20 minutes but; he did it. Great job

@nickalusmoss7638 3 жыл бұрын

This is an awesome song

@StonieBear420 2 жыл бұрын

GOD DAMMIT BROTHER THIS IS WHAT I CALL A HIT I FELL IN LOVE WITH THIS SONG INTHE FIRST LINE KEEP WRITING MAY YOU FLOURISH

@alang0149 Жыл бұрын

this is lyrically the best songs i’ve ever heard

@coyotedust 2 жыл бұрын

I need to listen to all the versions out there, and get back to you.

@jimdecker7179 2 жыл бұрын

One hell of a song.

@robbrown3495 2 жыл бұрын

I have never heard a more true song. August 2021. He’s closing in folks.

@matthewlang3187 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely love this! Can’t wait for him to blow up

@killshot2333 3 жыл бұрын

Nice work buddy it's a master piece

@beezygotcha7308 2 жыл бұрын

Great and unique song bro! Keep up the great work man

@matthewmadry8008 3 жыл бұрын

What a tune

@ArneValhallason Жыл бұрын

This is a great tune

@KyleProfile 2 жыл бұрын

Wow! Super impressive song writing! I agree with every word

@linneaamusic Жыл бұрын

my favorite

@fuckcensorship69 2 жыл бұрын

Damn this rules. Well done young man

@Diegolopez20041 3 жыл бұрын

simplemente hermoso 🎼🖤

@TaylorTEK Жыл бұрын

Amazing.

@RawUncutFishing 3 жыл бұрын

Another jewel dug out of the great gem state!!

@dustingoodpaster3715 2 жыл бұрын

Dope didn't know he's from Idaho

@RawUncutFishing Жыл бұрын

@@dustingoodpaster3715 somewhere up north I believe

@bobbyadams1574 3 жыл бұрын

I've listened to it like 50 x today it gets better Everytime I hear it😎

@itsmemelt8447 3 жыл бұрын

I love your music

@thomasbrown8468 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Colby Brown here. Hey this is great man. Love it.

@freshfavorites7212 Жыл бұрын

Idk what to say. Man it's just so good.

@arompies 7 ай бұрын

The song and lyrics are fantastic. I just can't get past how similar sounding this is to Uncle Lucius Keeping the Wolves Away..

@rileybolt9089 3 жыл бұрын

How is this not trending

@tlynch176 3 жыл бұрын

Holy F**F!!! That's Beautiful!! Yessir!!! Sing it that shit bro!!! 🖤🖤🖤

@thomasdigs 3 жыл бұрын

KZfaq is ran by democrats that’s how…surprised this ain’t shadow banned

@jasonweaver6714 3 жыл бұрын

Tremendous...

@Rob-sr9rj 8 ай бұрын

Damn. Great.

@bryanlawrence5208 3 жыл бұрын

Here before it blows up.

@farmthis 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for this

@L22ja2yun 10 ай бұрын

모든 가사가 이해되진 않지만 그럼에도 너무 좋다... i can't stop it i bet Colby will be famous comment from the Korea

@mspat8195 Жыл бұрын

AweSome! & then Some❣ Liked, Subscribed & Shared with Pail Harvey's commentary on several platforms. 💞~👵

@mspat8195 Жыл бұрын

PS Love you & your talent . . . . . But I gotta ask, any relation to Roy Acuff? (Yep, I'm an older Southerner 😘)

@seabs962 Жыл бұрын

Good work

@daisey234 Жыл бұрын

Great song on the foundation of Paul Harvey’s 1965 broadcast !

@jimmywilson1388 28 күн бұрын

Man that’s a damn goodun… It’s sad but true.

@chadalbright2212 Жыл бұрын

🔥🔥🔥

@nathennialsherman4414 2 жыл бұрын

This boy and cody jinks would sound damn good together 👍

@richardmann4006 2 жыл бұрын

This song sounds like it was derived from Paul Harvey’s speech in 1965.

@coltencassidy8970 2 жыл бұрын

I was looking for this comment. Just listened to it and I definitely think it is.

@kaylaw1370 2 жыл бұрын

Sharing with friends and family!

@laurabennett2420 Жыл бұрын

Paul Harvey did a radio broadcast back in 1965 with same title as your song

@walterbudd721 3 жыл бұрын

Bet I've listened to this song over a 💯 times in just over WK or so, since I first heard it. Fastly becoming one my of my all time favorite songs. Gotta know though is this based off Paul Harvey (if I were the Devil?)

@Beatngu23 Жыл бұрын

Reminds me of keeping the wolves away. The same exact rune just different lyrics.

@bradperry604 Жыл бұрын

Awesome Raising Awareness

@nickluperini5032 3 жыл бұрын

THIS is my new favorite and i learned it on guitar. whats the exact strumming pattern?

@garrettmorman4555 3 жыл бұрын

Down down up with occasional variation play along with the song until you get it

@robbiejohnson9876 3 жыл бұрын

Rhythm

@wattson6469 2 жыл бұрын

Any tip for a new guitar player ?

@colemorris9377 2 жыл бұрын

What is the chord pattern I can’t see all too well?

@colewalker4373 2 жыл бұрын

@@wattson6469 keep practicing, look up vids on how to improve and do those little practice routines

@tsukasasagawa1894 3 жыл бұрын

Never stop asking questions, never stop seeing the world as it can be, and don’t be fooled out of seeing it for what it is. We’re in the peak of the Mis-Information age.

@JohnKnowsGremlins Жыл бұрын

👏👏👏

@conniecoffman2699 10 ай бұрын

Wow...

@armandhammer2235 2 жыл бұрын

Nice.

@arkansastrey9694 2 жыл бұрын

Ol' Beelzebub

@rmlestes 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@alyssasawyer7181 2 жыл бұрын

"Go and tell all my demon friends I always preferred hell" absolute bar not gonna lie

@sfsf9954 2 жыл бұрын

Fucking awesome song....god dam

@seabs962 Жыл бұрын

Yessir

@amymadden7312 3 жыл бұрын

374 likes and I’m sharing🖤🖤🖤

@ScottHolbrook-tk1os 5 ай бұрын

Remarkable, truth is hidden

@amymadden7312 3 жыл бұрын

This song is so Fucking relevant. Kudos man. I will be covering it with your permission 🖤😎

@Addicted2Antlers804 Жыл бұрын

Was this inspired by the “if I was the devil” speech that preacher gave in the 50’s or 60’s? Sounds like it. Powerful song non the less.

@cecilkeith1951 3 жыл бұрын

We're watching it

@prestonsarlo 2 жыл бұрын

Is there any tutorials out on how to play this one?

@aaronketten 3 жыл бұрын

Just imagine this song being written about our US government and the way they’ve been doing their own civilians.

@alexrobinson9169 3 жыл бұрын

Does anyone know the strum pattern?

@cindydmysonslifemattered1937 3 жыл бұрын

Is Colby Acuff related to Roy Acuff

@somecostcoguy 2 жыл бұрын

Very accurate song for todays society.

@stboombasloth9424 Жыл бұрын

Any relation to cowboy?

@stboombasloth9424 Жыл бұрын

Also sounds like live oak from Jason isbelle. Not saying it’s the same love both songs.

@awesomedayz3465 17 күн бұрын

Lawsuit close.

@seabs962 Жыл бұрын

I’m on my gazillionth view

@josephmizell2473 5 ай бұрын

😂❤

@puck61luck64 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for putting Paul Harvey's worning to music. Maybe , hopefully they'll listen.

@Myaccisbanned 10 ай бұрын

This is more relevant than Oliver Anthony's song, shame it gets overlooked.

@fluthebirdwatcher 7 ай бұрын

Oliver Anthony has entered the chat

@salosegura711 Жыл бұрын

Is this your song??? This is amazing obviously a bit of inspiration from Paul Harvey

@awesomedayz3465 17 күн бұрын

Omg. I am so glad you got here to tell him that.

@joshuadavis5031 2 жыл бұрын

make a how to plzzzzz 🔥🔥,all i can find is the basic chords

@mrsjackson5555 3 жыл бұрын

Colby please share the guitar chords!??

@cbxxb4841 3 жыл бұрын

Buddy, great song and so you know the devil is 100% blue and about 50% red.....

@GoProGoSlow 3 жыл бұрын

I think you're missing the point of this song... just so you know, red and blue are just two hands of the same body strangling us

@cbxxb4841 3 жыл бұрын

Don’t disagree with you Jack, only the Dems are trying harder to kill “people like me” (those of us who don’t identify as victims). We also agree it’s a great song!

@hyth.v4031 3 жыл бұрын

@@cbxxb4841 if you don't think both parties are as fucked up as each other, you're part of the problem....damn brain washed people

@KeturahTori 3 жыл бұрын

You guys are definitely displaying the song and you'll be eaten. We All will at some time A stressful nature makes for a closer walk with Death. Death eats whenever it wants; why call em to the table with ya knowing souls are on the menu?

@OscarLopez-ex6hn 3 жыл бұрын

@@hyth.v4031 agree both sides are toxic and hypocritical