I am from Holland. And the first time I heard this song was in the TV-program The Big Bang Theory. Awesome ! And now I am a Neil Diamond fan too !

My one grandmother came through Ellis Island in 1908. I can only imagine what it was like seeing the Statue of Liberty holding high her torch.

This song should be the national anthem.

Never before has this song meant sooo much to me. My son, his wife and my grandkids come home to AMERICA from China in June. What a terrific song! Thank you Neil Diamond. You may not know it, but you have been part of our family for a VERY long time. Lord bless you!

I came to America in Feb 1964 ...... onboard the S.S. United States ..... sailed into NY harbor and was welcomed by a beautiful giant green Goddess ....... served 20 years in the US Navy ..... and YESTERDAY Dec 1 2016 became a American citizen ......... crank this song to " 11 " ! :)

On September 26, 1972, as a 7-year-old orphan boy from South Korea, I didn’t what the future would be for me. In the poignant words, “On the boats and on the planes, they’re coming to America” has meaning for me as well as many others that arrived here. My “Ellis Island” was John F. Kennedy International Airport on board Northwest Airline Jet Originating at Kimpo, Seoul. Yes, my beloved country has faults and other things. I love her with all the imperfections! She opened doors for me, a stateless Amerasian Boy, that wasn’t even acknowledged by the South Korean Government. I was given my personhood and recognized for who I AM AND NOT WHAT ANCESTOR I HAVE! I was given legal recognition and proud to have become an American Citizen on April 7, 1978. When does someone ask who am I? I say AMERICAN and with no qualifiers. As a citizen, I joined the U.S. Army and served in 2 major wars (Gulf War-1991 and Iraq War-2004-2005) in Iraq. I rose up in rank because WHAT I COULD DO AND BE DAMNED ABOUT WHO WAS MY ANCESTOR! On April 15, 2018, for the first time in my life, I met my birth father in Ohio! With him were my birth half-sister, 2 paternal aunts, and cousin. My birth father's family knew I existed and only on February 23, 2018, I knew of their existence. I am in the land of my biological fathers-the USA! There isn’t anywhere in the world, I want to be and at the end of my life in the greatest place in the world- UNITED STATES OF AMERICA! SC Kang/ MAR-06-15-1965-R7793

It always amazes the daylights out of me how people talk down about this country yet in many parts of the world people will leave everything behind to come here and in some parts of the world they even risk their very lives to come here. Sure we have our faults but to have more people want to move here than to leave here must mean we are doing something right.

I’m proud to be an American but I’m proud no matter what my father gives me God bless us all

My grandparents came to Ellis Island in 1910 from Italy. Thirty years later their only son, my father, graduated with a doctorate from Harvard. He became a College President. He has three sons, a lawyer, a doctor, and a minister. Only in America, the greatest country of all time

This is a "Patriotic" American song that celebrates and glorifies the US,A and expresses the dreams of foreigners to "Come to America. to begin a new life and participate in our heritage and traditions. We welcome "Legal" immigrants" that with to fulfill this dream.

This remake of a great story and high drama is one of the must see again and again I dearly love the folks that made this movie magic, thanks for the post.

The strings alone are worthy of comment. So many memories of my dear departed step dad. He played this album most Sundays. I found myself (even at 13) growing to LOVE it.....Still do at 47 ;)

No words can truly come close to how much I love this song. My grandfathers both came thru Ellis island from Russia and Romania. And this song still resonates today even more. Thank you Neil Diamond.

that song NEVER gets old

yeah, I remember playing violin in that performance....in Hawaii, when I was in the Honolulu Symphony in my 20s....what a trip!

To this day... this song makes me weep with pride and love... for all of our brothers and sisters, from all over the world... who come here to find a life... to live and love their families..... that’s what this country is! Freedom to be who we are.... and be united under three colors. Friends of all. Enemies to the cruel. And never ever turning away.... from doing what’s right. Thank you for this post!

I SING THIS SONG ON MY KARAOKE SOUND EQUIPMENT AND FINISH CRYING. GOD BLESS AMERICA FOREVER!!!!!!! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 MY HOME TOWN HOUSTON TX.

Plz share! This is for Jimmy Aldaoud who was Iragi but born in Greece and came to America when he was 6 mths old. trumps admin deported Jimmy to Iraq a place he'd never been to,a language & culture he didn't know and he is now dead. He was as much American as any of us. RIP Jimmy, I'm sorry for what trumps America did

This is my favorite Neil Diamond recording! He sings it with such passion and energy! 🥰

For Ruth, her kids, her mother, brothers and sisters, for her father who never got to come to America. I (born and raised in America) always got to set aside my pessimism for a few moments on July 4th, as the fireworks started around "A" Mountain, in Tucson. All of the patriotic songs on that day were just... songs. But... BUT... when THIS song would start, over the radios of the cars gathered there, I'd look to Ruth. This song means the world to me. It meant the world to her. I could see this song lived out in front of me, in her eyes, as she would cherish this song as it played. It is very difficult to explain the feelings I had during those times. She and her family came from the Philippines, after years of waiting, and working through all the red tape. On July 4th, this song was embodied in her. On my own, I had lost faith in America. Through her, I've had it restored, because I could always see what it meant to her. This song is more than simply words. It reflects the hopes and dreams of millions... both in the past, and on into the future. Bless you, Mr. Diamond!

this is one Neil's greatest songs he is indeed an ambassador for America and is well loved by all ev n those of us who live in Canada there has never been another song in any country by any singer to top this way to go Neil you are loved keep up the good work and blessings as you continue on your celebration of 50 years love u.

My son MICHAEL-JULIEN SANTINI was born as this song played in the background. AMERICA Neil Diamond Far We've been traveling far Without a home But not without a star Free Only want to be free We huddle close Hang on to a dream On the boats and on the planes They're coming to America Never looking back again They're coming to America Home, don't it seem so far away Oh, we're traveling light today In the eye of the storm In the eye of the storm Home, to a new and a shiny place Make our bed, and we'll say our grace Freedom's light burning warm Freedom's light burning warm Everywhere around the world They're coming to America Every time that flag's unfurled They're coming to America Got a dream to take them there They're coming to America Got a dream they've come to share They're coming to America They're coming to America They're coming to America They're coming to America They're coming to America Today, today, today, today, today My country 'tis of thee Today Sweet land of liberty Today Of thee I sing Today Of thee I sing Today Show less Reply

This is from "The Jazz Singer". That was a good movie, but the soundtrack is awesome!! Sir Laurence Olivier played his role well, and it was great to see him witness that his son was meant to be more than a cantor. I hope Neil continues to write music, and I pray that his Parkinson's doesn't stop him from singing.

Omg I am in love! I always loved Neil Diamond! I so wish I could have seen him perform. My favorites "Hello Again", "Forever in Blue Jeans," and this song America!

I saw Neil Diamond back in November of 1986 or 1987 with my mother in Baton Rouge. I believe it was a Thursday. I'll never forget how magical that night was.

What a fantastic song and fantastic artist! Hats off to you Mr. Neil Diamond for you are one of the greatest!!

My heart swells with pride!! Love this song!!!

You gotta love this song.he sang it so great when people still loved America I guess.o well I still love Neil Diamond and america

It was this song that made me a Neil Diamond fan. The drum sequence that amps up the ante at 0:34 is what got me hooked. My favorite part of the song. I have seen Neil Diamond in concert 24 times. I can go every night and it would be a different experience. What a performer. You just don't hear music like this these days. Most of it is crap.

Just saw The Jazz Singer for the first time a little while ago. Marvelous movie and score!

What the hell has happened to us that we've forgotten this sort of thing?

I'm 43 and saw "Jazz Singer" the 1st time it came out at the movies with my parents. This song always wanted me to go to America since childhood because it gave me hope, but I"m still in South Africa....maybe one day....

Man I completely forgot about this song! What a great singer.

You made it Jess Robin, and so did Neil Diamond. Great movie and personal to many.

I could listen to this tune all day 🐾🐾

I’ve been a fan of Neil Diamond since the mid-60s. I absolutely love his voice and America is my favorite song. I agree with the sentiment of the song completely. However, we are a nation of laws and rules that all must obey. Consequently, my belief is that all immigrants must come to America legally. If you’re here legally than welcome aboard and good luck; I pray that you find what you are looking for. I read somewhere that Diamond’s father didn’t want him to become an entertainer, the father thought that he was wasting his life. The elderly gentleman in the audience, first appearing at 0:54 in the third row with his right hand to his chin is Diamond’s father. The most beautiful sequence occurs at 2:20 when the father looks around at this huge audience and realizes that they’re applauding and cheering FOR MY BOY! And then at 3:48 the father is clapping and clearing singing “today.” I love it.

Neil Diamond (born in 1941) is celebrating his 77th birthday today January 24, 2018. He is one of America’s most enduring songwriters best known for his singalong hits “Sweet Caroline” and “Cracklin’ Rosie,” it was announced Monday that he has Parkinson’s disease, and is retiring from concert touring as a result of the diagnosis.

I was skeptical about this movie but it was actually great. Diamond pulled it off!

I've never been to America, but Neil Diamond came to Adelaide, South Australia in 1992 and played at the Entertainment Centre in Hindmarsh. At the end of this song, the Australian flag dropped from the ceiling. I'm reminded of that night every time hear this song.

Neil Diamond is an inspirational singer in my opinion. His songs are all uplifting as well as just awesome. This song is just one of our Anthem Songs... I mean, it fits everyone and no one should call it their own... I believe he wrote it for everyone! All of us have ancestors which came from another land... even the American Indians's ancestors came across the Bearing Srait... (may have not spelled it correctly) but the point is, this song should be listened to by everyone from time to time to time toremind us.... "America is a very special place" in that we all strive to improve ourselves and deep down inside, we really care about everyone in the world and we have proven time and time again... we will return to our ancestors homeland to fight for their freedoms and liberties and we have proven millions of times - we will also die for them!

This is a personal song for me; my Italian Fraternal Grandfather came from Italy, so this is a personal song for my dad as well for me:-). Well, mom too, because, she was awesome. it's us, it's our family, I LOVE IT!

I am so thankful to be an American! We need to stop today and think what it would mean to some foreigner's to come here,some people only dream of this life we have here! God Bless America!!

A very uplifting song makes you have hope

Neil Diamond sings this song with so much emotion, that it touches everyone's heart who came to America from other countries

I'm not from the USA and even I think this should be their national anthem !! x

A timeless classic sung by a great performer

This hits home with me. My Father's parents both immigrated to America through Ellis Island from Ireland. I am thankful for the opportunities our nation gave them!

my favorite neil diamond song ever!!

A true musical, American icon. Most people don't realize he penned a lot of songs made famous by others.

The man and this song is a legend.

This song cant be loud enough. Humanly impossible. More IN YOUR FACE in the monitor. Neil is killing it. Here... With America.

It's too bad, I just heard 6 days ago Neil Diamond announced that he would be cancelling the 2018 tour as he was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease and is hanging it up for all of his future live tours. :-( He was one of the very few I had decided I would go see in concert soon, however, between the greats such as himself , Pink Floyd and Tom Petty, IMy decision was made way too late and will never be able to see them due to their sicknesses, deaths, or just a retirement. It's unbelievable how many years he has toured, and performed with incredible success. God Bless Him & 50 Years Of Greatness !

Saw Neil in concert at the TD Garden in Boston several yrs ago. What an experience. America is my 2nd favorite of his. My #1 is Shiloh.

A sort of sad thing today, 3/10/15. One of my all time favorite movies, Moscow on the Hudson was playing on a movie channel. I couldn't watch it. I'm just not ready to give up Robin Williams yet. Neil Diamond's song gives me some peace.

There are few things that warm my heart more than this videos as I watch the connection of the three of them. Love this song.

Timeless, I can listen, watch this video and even singing this song over and over and the fact it is one the greatest song from Neil Diamond, that it made me fan too...I love Neil Diamond!

So inspirational!

When I was onboard the U.S.S. America in the 80s we would play this over the 1MC after when we finished our UNREPs .

The maestro is in the house!!!

That is the best part of America. He is not Jewish, he is American, just like you and me. We are all Americans.

My mom used to listen to this song and loved it... beautiful song

You will never see music like this anymore

I'm not American but I was 13 years old the first time I heard this song until now still very excited

I LOVE AMERICA, GOD BLESS AMERICA!!

What an amazing guy :)

I worked for his publishing company in the 80s & such a nice man!

This should be our national anthem!

Watching this on the forth of july.Happy birthday America

Now I have to go & see if they have this movie on DVD. I remember it like it was yesterday. Thanks for posting :)

I always listened to this song back home and I was inspired every day. I am glad I made it to America in 1982. Love this song and the country that welcomed me with open arms. I am blessed!!

Hermoso recuerdo de un gran Artista y maestro de la Música y el Canto,siempre fui su admiradora me encanta ,un gran ejemplo sobre pasa a todos los cantantes,y no es por desmerecer pero para mí es admirable,me fascina, Neil Diamond gracias por tu música🙏🙏🙏💖💋😁👍🖐️🌾🌾🌾

Wow I love the song America and it sounds even better in DTS sound

My very favorite performer and America is tied for my number one favorite song of all time.

Went to his concert in Ottawa March7 /15 great performance still has a great voice keep it up.

One of the most talented men on the planet. I choke up whenever I hear him sing this. He still has it at his age. A song for immigrants regardless of their religion.

THIS, Neil, is one if the ALL TIME great contemporary songs---(They're coming to) AMERICA!!!!!

This song gives me goose bumps and a lump in my throat everytime I hear it.Love Neil Diamond ,but this one just says it all about my country! Love HER or LEAVE HER! ♥

Me and my grandma and the rest of our family love Neil Diamond especially his good singing voice

No matter, which religion he belongs to or what colour his skin has - MAN should be able to live in freedom and piece all around the world. I'm german and I live in a free country and this should be available to everyone around the world!!

Nobody is above the law. This is America 🇺🇸🇺🇸

Neil had sooooo many great hits, but this is by far my favorite!!

Neil is the best. My generation grew up listening to him, just as the generation before us listened to Sinatra. Like Sinatra, Neil transcends the ages. His music will go on forever.

The critics didn't think to highly of the movie the jazz singer but I think the movie was great and the soundtrack album was amazing

Happy Birthday America! In God we trust....forever!!!! 🙏 LORD God, continue to bless, protect and save her....lead her not into temptation, but deliver her from the evil one(s) ...for your Glory, in Jesus name Amen.🙏🇺🇸💕

Love Neil Diamond, He is Amazing Great Man.. God Bless Neil Diamond..

Can't believe this only has 1.4 million views

This song has renewed relevance in 2018

I'm listening to this as I'm working on my Family Tree. My Great, Great grandparents came from Poland on the ship Rhein. I just found that out today. It's very humbling.

Neil Diamond is the best and always will be!! This song makes me proud to be an American.

he is the best of all time and i listen to his songs since i were 13 years old

He sings about something deep inside I understand his passion I can see deep inside his soul cause I think we share the same deep inside that words will never express enough

I remember when we went to the show to see this movie The Jazz Singer when he sang this and everybody at the end of the movie stood up and clapped

My family came to America in 1620 on the Christian pilgrim ship Mayflower. I love the America sayings, IN GOD WE TRUST, ONE NATION UNDER GOD, GOD BLESS AMERICA. I love Jesus, both Neil Diamond and Jesus are Jewish. Jesus is returning soon, in 2014 and 2015 there are 4 blood moons on Jewish feast days, hardly happened in last 500 years and when it did major events took place,

Like the song, singer and lyrics!

Nobody could use a flourish quite like the Diamond.

Man with the Golden Voice

Love this song and grown up with this,cannot beat Neil diamond such a talented man,xxx

There will never be another Neil diamond .

My Dad’s all time favorite. I love it too. If this country is so bad, why do people want to do here? Cause it is the best country ever.

One of the greatest