James, you outshine all the other reactors put together. You are a lovely human being. ❤️
@triciamesser67824 жыл бұрын
❤️
@saflynn144 жыл бұрын
Irene Downie ...if I could hit thumbs up a million times I would! Love love love James!!
@irenedownie65594 жыл бұрын
saflynn14 - Me, too. He’s a darling.
@robertlongwill88564 жыл бұрын
Irene Downie I will second that. James is such a great reactor and seems like a great man keep up the good work James
@Ben-rj7xs4 жыл бұрын
He is what we need more of in this world..
@atreyuscurse803 жыл бұрын
When a man cries it doesn't mean he is weak,it just means he has been strong for to long.-Johnny Depp
@valeskaweich58863 жыл бұрын
this!
@nicholaswatson9993 жыл бұрын
There's a biological reason around men why don't cry so much the male tear duct is recessed 200% further into the eye socket then the woman so it takes twice as much emotional weight to cause the tear.
@valeskaweich58863 жыл бұрын
what a beautiful and kind quote!
@tomvodicka23072 жыл бұрын
You are the Shit..Depp..respect personified
@lilian_19772 жыл бұрын
Everybody feels.
@trueinsightwithrose79304 жыл бұрын
I am Black American this song got me through my teen years. Everyone loved this song. It didn't matter if your white, black, yellow, orange, purple or black. MUSIC IS UNIVERSAL!!!!!
@theniceone064 жыл бұрын
Facts
@megmeg94614 жыл бұрын
❤️
@mrs.martin31584 жыл бұрын
Amen!
@rosemarysinder21514 жыл бұрын
So true .
@legaltidbits4 жыл бұрын
So true just certain music that resonates with all races and ages.
@lisacummings57053 жыл бұрын
I'm 65 years old, and that amazing song came from my generation. There was a time when people actually cared about one another. Can we make that happen again?
@silviosweeper10063 жыл бұрын
We will
@jacquelinebell55843 жыл бұрын
We do x the good ones of us, we do ❤️🙏❤️ jb x
@stalinjoesph7003 жыл бұрын
People still do care. Wanna be fair it’s your generation that sold out. You baby boomers are responsible for the path this country took
@Lappen5983 жыл бұрын
I hope so right now everything is fucked uo
@TheresaGraf3 жыл бұрын
@@stalinjoesph700 Not all of us baby boomers are responsible for the mess this country is in. Many of us fought for, protested against, and stood up to the federal government. It's not us you need to be blaming. It's our corrupt government that seeks at every path to divide us. If we ever come together we will be a force to be feared and the government will learn its place: servants to the citizens, not their masters.
@justinfitzpatrick1913 жыл бұрын
People feel this is a sad song, it isn't, if you listen to the words it tells you that it gets better, you're not alone and you have friends. It is emotionally jarring but one of my favourite uplifting songs. On repeat for nearly 30 years, will never kip this song. Michael Stipe is a genius
@robinpesek36576 ай бұрын
I agree. It is a song of hope.
@Sherrodja3 жыл бұрын
"Show me a man that never cries and I'll show you a psychopath" - Gen. Norman Schwarzkopf- Great song.
@debbiec45163 жыл бұрын
Awesome quote!!
@pamelajordan59483 жыл бұрын
Right on
@Ocalif33 жыл бұрын
Love the quote.. thx 😊
@SeliahK3 жыл бұрын
On point.
@therunawaykid65233 жыл бұрын
If I’m gonna cry I’m gonna cry I won’t hide it, I’m not afraid in showing my feelings
@ellendobbyn-blackmore35043 жыл бұрын
I am hurting now. A man I loved just died. He took me in when I was homeless at 19. He introduced me to REM. Desmond Robinson was a great man. I loved him dearly.
@donnadimuro94273 жыл бұрын
God bless you
@ellendobbyn-blackmore35043 жыл бұрын
@@donnadimuro9427 Thank you so much.
@GetOnTheFloor823 жыл бұрын
I'm so so sorry. Love from Ireland 🇮🇪❣👍🏻
@ellendobbyn-blackmore35043 жыл бұрын
@@GetOnTheFloor82 thank you so much. This is snowballing. Desmond Robinson's sister just died of Covid. Ripped the bandages off everything. I was his white roommate, Kelli was his sister. She didn't approve of our living arrangements. She told me she didn't like me living with her brother. She died, I was invited to funeral arrangements. I didn't know what to do. Kelli didn't like me. I had no feelings about her except sadness that she hated me being her brother's roommate because I am white. I know different people feel differently about who is appropriate to attend funeral services. Kelli didn't like me. I felt so sad about her death. That family losing another? Awful. I chose not to attend her zoom service, because I thought it was disrespectful. Other white friends of mine reported tears, sobbing over Kelli"s death. I really don't know what to think. I am truly looking inward to see if my own unconscious thoughts might be racist. I am perplexed, unutterably sad and confused. I know I will continue to examine myself and root out any awfulness. Right now I am wrestling with why I didn't like Kelli. Was it because she was awful to me? She was. How much because she was grating? She was. Was her being black part of it? Yes. I am thinking and feeling very thoroughly about all of it. I know if Skip were alive he would help me through this, my beloved Skip. My good friend. My benefactor.
@valeriejohnson52833 жыл бұрын
So sorry for your loss.🥀🙏🙏
@jivebunny37653 жыл бұрын
Everybody Hurts is one of the truly great songs in history.
@Laughing4life44213 жыл бұрын
Facts !! ❤️
@ynos_ Жыл бұрын
World groub
@jeanineberna84583 жыл бұрын
This song is written for: suicidal persons, lonely persons, people going through medical problems, loving caregivers, young people who don’t have loving parents, a jilted relationship, a loss of a loved one, it goes on & on & on, because we live in a time when everybody hurts, no matter who they are!😑
@terryfranks6714 Жыл бұрын
Lv
@gailhancocks5207Ай бұрын
Not just medical problems, we all hurt for a reason
@legaltidbits4 жыл бұрын
James to me it is just the opposite, a man that can show his feelings is a man!! A true man.
@star30064 жыл бұрын
Yes we Do . ❤️🙏🏿😇 I agree .
@dorothymcmahon99954 жыл бұрын
You got that right.
@cockfan101gamecock94 жыл бұрын
ABSOLUTELY. It's called empathy. Use it. It IS YOUR FRIEND. BUT, don't let it overwhelm you....world needs more of us sir.
@stephanietip4 жыл бұрын
Truer words have never been spoken
@ginamarandino64514 жыл бұрын
The strong men know how to recognize their feelings and experience them and learn from them. Men who shot their feelings down inside and don't learn from their experiences and their emotions are the week ones.
@fredholland11693 жыл бұрын
Fifty years ago I came so close to ending my life. My parents told me over and over how much they hated me. I was ten at the time, and so very alone. And one day a person became a friend. Some one valued me, and that got me through. Thirty five years ago I got help for the rage that was planted in me, and while it was a long journey, I found peace. And I never doubt the value of a friend.
@renaelynn63763 жыл бұрын
What would we do without friends?
@twinkletoes62903 жыл бұрын
I’m glad you’re still w us here today and that you’re doing better, feel loved, valued, appreciated and important!! ❤️❤️
@jenniferd.w.3573 жыл бұрын
Thank you for staying here, your message is also healing and giving hope to others who feel the same. Loving vibes sent your way.
@TheJanet43213 жыл бұрын
I'm so sorry you went through all of that. Nobody should be subjected to that kind of treatment. What they did to you says everything about WHO THEY WERE and NOTHING about you. For whatever reasons, your parents were very flawed individuals. Just think of the strength and courage it took for you to overcome those challenges and obstacles in your life and you are STILL HERE. You are giving many people inspiration and strength just by sharing your story.
@1000wannabeartist3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing you story......I wish you peace and happiness.....
@santossanta3 жыл бұрын
I always say, if someone doesn't get emotional with this song, it's probably not human. Because no matter what happens in my life, this song always makes me cry.
@dalevandebeek20413 жыл бұрын
This song has a beautiful message especially with the rise in suicide remember folks we never know the pain someone is feeling.
@debratracy18764 жыл бұрын
I love men that are not afraid to show their feelings. We are all human, being sensitive is a sign of strength
@thebrazilianatlantis1654 жыл бұрын
Yes. This is a digression, but the guys' Georgia accents remind me how much great music there is out there.
@mariusvanniekerk77074 жыл бұрын
Exactly what I wanted to comment. So true 😔
@richardwhitehead404 жыл бұрын
So you're the one. I've only heard rumors of your type of woman.
@GrimrDirge4 жыл бұрын
There is a tremendous need in all societies for people who can repress their emotions in the moment of action and chaos, when all those who cannot are overcome. We ask men to repress their pain, their anger, their fear, their hurt in the face of suffering, and I think sometimes that women forget (or never really considered) that these habits are not a light switch to be flicked on and off as it suits others. A few people can open and shut on command; most if us have predispositions in one direction or the other, reinforced by habit and group need.
@beesnort49444 жыл бұрын
This song is so emotional and heartfelt. Yes we need to stop telling our boys and men to “man up”. Everyone has emotions!
@armadillotoe4 жыл бұрын
No, we don't. You can hurt and still man up and do what needs to be done. We don't need more metro-sexuals, girly men, or soibois.
@beesnort49444 жыл бұрын
armadillotoe why not?
@olanaowen73204 жыл бұрын
Really...I would like to know as well. Why not?
@beesnort49444 жыл бұрын
Olana Owen he/she doesn’t have a good reason why not. That’s why we probably won’t get a response. How sad for him/her.
@olanaowen73204 жыл бұрын
Sad, indeed.
@raythornton85783 жыл бұрын
I'm a 2 tour Vietnam Vet. You're words touched my heart brother. Thank you.
@TheOriginalLexa3 жыл бұрын
This album came out a few months after my mother committed suicide, when I was fifteen. It was just the two of us, so the trauma was... all encompassing. You are right, you never know when the smile or frown you give someone will turn the tide for them one way or the other. We must be the good we want to see in the world. Having emotions is human. Showing them is healthy. Working through grief, sadness, depression, it’s possible. When you see yourself getting too close to the end, get help. Please, please reach out. Be visible, and find a way to work through it. 💗
@jacobrackham4323 жыл бұрын
So sorry for your loss. You’re so right though we, you are not alone. I live with depression anxiety and ptsd, but I live. There are people that care.
@danduntz91123 жыл бұрын
I can’t even begin to grasp what you went through, and it breaks my heart to hear that that happened to you at such a young age. I’m really sorry. Truly. I hope you’ve found some sunshine since the clouds and that you’re doing well.
@stephenhowell8342 жыл бұрын
❤️
@issatagibateh17242 жыл бұрын
🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
@dafyd2424 жыл бұрын
nearly thirty years and this song still has the power to move one emotionally.
@patriciasalvatore23943 жыл бұрын
Oh, my gosh. 30 years!
@peterhendry21543 жыл бұрын
Eternal.
@JonsTunes3 жыл бұрын
Dam that makes me feel old 😶
@traciasmith15423 жыл бұрын
Damn, this comment aged me faster then my grandkids birthdays. Wow 30 years..
@ellendobbyn-blackmore35043 жыл бұрын
I am still hurting over my friend's death. Thank you thank you all, for the comfort you have given me. This channel has the best people. Desmond Robinson has been honored here. Thanks, all of you. It really helps when I miss him that you have all been so very kind. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
@jacobrackham4323 жыл бұрын
Probably the most empathetic song ever. It’s sums up sadness and depression perfectly, yet at the same gives so much hope. You are not alone
@moonlightgemsart60712 жыл бұрын
This comment should have more recognition
@jacobrackham4322 жыл бұрын
@@moonlightgemsart6071 - thank you for your comment. To me good songs are heart felt poetry put to music. An if you actually “listen” to this poem with the respect it deserves you cannot fail to feel that he wrote this from a place of deep understanding and personal experience. It never fails to fill me with sadness love and hope every time I “listen” to it. It’s a truly therapeutic masterpiece. “You are not alone” four simple words that I’m sure have an will continue to give hope an save lives. ❤️💙❤️💙
@bbpeeker3 жыл бұрын
This is one of the most beautiful songs ever recorded.
@nancymizur70343 жыл бұрын
This one and Simon & Garfunkel's Bridge Over Troubled Water.
@bredaobrennan99933 жыл бұрын
I knew you'd cry at this one, real men cry. You're a wonderful, kind sensitive soul. As I always say, a smile can save a life, I'm living testimony. A stranger, an African man, when I lived in Cape Town, smiled at me one day, I was on the brink of taking my own life. That stopped me, I thought he saw something to smile at in me, maybe I'm not as worthless as I imagined I was. This song was always on the radio, after my second parent passed, my mam in 1995, I was home alone a lot, when this would come on, I felt it was mam talking to me, advising me to hang on, this too shall pass, what I was feeling was normal. I'm extremely sensitive, as are you, in fact, I feel that you're an empath and healer too, as I have been told I am by several of both. Maybe your calling, is to react to songs on here, that are universal. If I had watched you react to this, when I was grieving, it would have comforted me. You are helping many souls already. God bless your work, and wisdom at such a young age ❤
@johnsrome84593 жыл бұрын
Bless you too, Breda. Hold on. X
@donna34653 жыл бұрын
I think that everyone can relate to this song. This song is heart-piercing. 💘
@carls19593 жыл бұрын
I'm a 61 year old stroke survivor and I can relate. With the pieces of my memories that are now gone, I fell into depression. A year after the stroke, I had the opportunity to move to rural Tennessee, where my dad used to live. A lot of memories are coming back, but some never will. To help keep me here on earth, I got a dog. He's my responsibility and he's saved me a few time from the dark reaches of reality. Loved your reaction. Keep them coming.
@Ghost75794 жыл бұрын
The greatest of men hurt the most. And you are a great man, never doubt yourself.
@lisagraham29444 жыл бұрын
I really like you You are real . you don't tAlk trash
@lisagraham29444 жыл бұрын
Thank you for being you. Too many people are fake. I really enjoy your u tube
@punpuniia4 жыл бұрын
big boss spitting straight facts
@humansgivemeasplittingheadache4 жыл бұрын
Well said!
@bkh56484 жыл бұрын
Love that. Ditto. Never doubt your heart ❤️
@williamgleaton29924 жыл бұрын
It does my heart good to see young people enjoying our music.
@hornerinf4 жыл бұрын
@Professional Keyboard Warrior Music from an older generation. This music from REM isn't even that old when you come from the 50's! But music becomes "classic" pretty quick.
@anns19214 жыл бұрын
Me too!!!
@matsuiflex2 жыл бұрын
This song has saved more lives than anyone could ever know.
@beerex74837 ай бұрын
You nailed this. We live in a sick society. Men aren't allowed to show their emotions, their fears their sadness, their grief. My his song was written for everyone, but men should take notice and be noticed. It's ok to cry, to be sad sometimes.
@lexingtonconcord87514 жыл бұрын
It's fun to see a new generation appreciate the music from my younger days. You seem like a good dude. Take care.
@suzanneanderson69214 жыл бұрын
Truth
@makelikeatree16964 жыл бұрын
K.L. 100%
@victorsandoval30833 жыл бұрын
Bro, the look on your face as you watched the end of this video just broke my heart. Im glad you made it through whatever you went through. And Im glad your here. Thanks.
@jennifertaylor23082 жыл бұрын
R.E.M.’s music is timeless. Such a beautiful song with a beautiful message. Hold on, don’t give up. You’re not alone. God bless each and every one of you. 🙏❤️
@virgiltheshade84883 жыл бұрын
This song came out when I was alone, tired and broken. The 80's and 90's were always so dope...... there was pain underneath our laughter and antics. This song said it all.
@TheSmurf19734 жыл бұрын
This guy gives some of the rawest, most honest reactions I've seen. I feel for him, he is dealing with some serious private pain but if reaction videos and empathy from his viewers helps him then that's amazing. Keep your beautiful soul my dude.
@thebrazilianatlantis1654 жыл бұрын
He's a good man and that's not going to change, so he's going to be alright.
@markswoman21343 жыл бұрын
Beautiful words. This young man warms my soul ❤.
@beebeedavis2403 жыл бұрын
It takes a real man to show his feelings
@therunawaykid65233 жыл бұрын
Exactly, if I feel like crying I’m gonna just let it out I’m not going to keep it inside, nothing good can come from that it’s natural to have emotions
@1236rs3 жыл бұрын
Amen!
@SillyUncleAndy3 жыл бұрын
Absolutely!
@linda867603 жыл бұрын
Sure does.men need to show there feelings more there human. I hate just man up . That just leads to angry issues or suicide. Things need to change
@SillyUncleAndy3 жыл бұрын
@@linda86760 I couldn't agree more, I hated that phrase growing up it felt like so much pressure. There should never be pressure for any gender to do things a certain way or bury your feelings based on these stupid gender stereotypes, women have it just as bad don't you , with being told "ladies don't do that" etc. Totally agree with you , like that one "boys don't cry" , not true it's the opposite boys should cry and getting called a wuss or wet if we are upset is ridiculous
@josbruls3 жыл бұрын
Thanks James, you're an honest and admirable man, you bring tears to my eyes.
@theresareynolds31332 жыл бұрын
I’m old, a 63 year old great grandmother but kiddo I love you, your reactions and the way you let your emotions show makes you very special, I love the way you give us personal information about your self, like depression, your what they call an open book
@Gigi-rk7dr4 жыл бұрын
I never knew what true hopelessness felt like until my 6yr old son and my husband were killed by a drunk driver years ago. True darkness. I got thru it.. you just have to truly hang on❤️
@sfogliatelle4 жыл бұрын
I am so very sorry you have had to suffer like this, I wish you strength and love ❤️ ❤️❤️❤️
@karenstrader63004 жыл бұрын
I can’t imagine your pain. I’m am so sorry for your loss. My condolences. 🙏🏼❤️
@rendtheheavensallthetimele74744 жыл бұрын
So very sorry for your loss my its crushing me reading comments like this I am a survivor of suicide attempt I was in coma 5 days on life support over a week and I'm so glad God gave me another chance I'm angry at myself for others I hurt although. God bless
@Gigi-rk7dr4 жыл бұрын
Vonda Berryman .. We are survivors, let’s not waste our second chance being angry. I wish you all the happiness this world has to offer, it’s yours for the taking. Take care of yourself, sending you all my love my friend❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
@rayolaiz14604 жыл бұрын
I lost my brother in 1993 in a car accident he was only 16 at the time I was 22 yrs old and the pain I felt was such a deep hurtful pain that literally made my heart hurt I cried everyday for 2 weeks and then had to see the pain my parents went thru. So when you talk hopelessness I feel your pain and I pray that God comforts you and hope you heal and try to move forward.
@maryscarbrough17974 жыл бұрын
VERY PROUD OF YOU! TAKES MORE OF A MAN TO SHOW HIS EMOTIONS THAN TO HIDE THEM!
@delilahduckett74484 жыл бұрын
Very true
@callygal12223 жыл бұрын
This Song Speaks to Everyone who has a Heart. Right On Young man, Your reaction is BEAUTIFUL ❤️❤️
@blackbird94303 жыл бұрын
Love this song. It's so truthful and heartbreaking at the same time. Always puts tears 😢 in my eyes.
@beats24764 жыл бұрын
Sweetie, I'm from the '70s the music back then was so heartfelt. We lose someone, you lose your job, the love of your life is gone. Yes everybody hurts. Oh by the way. I'm an old white lady that love's to see this generation appreciate the music of my generation. My grandson is 14 now and he knows more 70's songs than me sometimes. He listens to the words. It's funny he'll say put it up Memaw. Too funny. Thank you for being you. Do not change for anyone. Hugs from NC. Try to listen to Starry starry night by Don McLean. About the artist Vincent Van Gogh. Listen to the words.
@patd43174 жыл бұрын
Nennine1 YES YES YES Starry Starry Night. This song is absolutely amazing. This song is the reason why I needed to learn all I could about Vincent Van Gogh. An amazing artist who had such a tragic life. I highly recommend this one and like you said listen to the words. Very moving song. 🤗
@Starrynightdiner4 жыл бұрын
Starry night is my favorite song ever.
@EchoRider5154 жыл бұрын
Good call! Vincent is a beautifully sad song.
@daffyduck65824 жыл бұрын
Nennine1....me too. Xxxx
@jujulionesselsa14164 жыл бұрын
OMG rem is the best and you my darling are the nicest most genuine lovely guy.. Julie from the UK
@peggywarner94814 жыл бұрын
MY HUSBAND OF 40 YEARS NEVER CRIED WHEN OUR LITTLE BOY DIED...HE THOUGHT HE HAD TO BE STRONG....IT CAUSED HIM TO HAVE A HEART ATTACK....YOU CAN NOT HOLD YOUR FELLING IN....THE STRESS WILL KILL YOU....CRY...TALK TO SOMEONE!!!
@nikwalters10294 жыл бұрын
Sorry for both of your losses.
@kathleenbrame92694 жыл бұрын
Peggy. So sorry to hear that. The love of a child will bears you. We feel the pain of our children.
@cosmiclight814 жыл бұрын
Oh my goodness, I'm so sorry. I can't bear it, how you must be feeling, it's so traumatic, bless you. Yes, you are totally right though, holding feelings inside, it does have a negative effect on the human body itself. It's healthy to cry, to mourn, scream shout, in whichever way that you need to let it out. You can literally make yourself ill by holding things in. Let yourself go! Much love and healing hugs to you and everyone else here xx
@ChristMyselfYou4 жыл бұрын
Sorry for both your loved ones!! 💜
@margomargo79994 жыл бұрын
So sorry for your loss
@davidsweeney40215 ай бұрын
Love to you man. I played this non-stop when my marriage broke up but I had my brothers, parents (now sadly departed), even my wife's friends to talk to but most importantly my beautiful daughter who I would never let down.
@vickypennington52373 жыл бұрын
You are such a special young man. Your advice is so caring. Jesus loves you, this I know. Thank you for sharing your emotions.
@jennifertaylor23082 жыл бұрын
Amen!
@missmerkaba19423 жыл бұрын
This song saved my life 25 years ago, when I had no one to turn to. Everybody hurts, sometimes.
@lindacolombo83644 жыл бұрын
Michael wrote this song after his Beloved Grandmother died. He was devastated. Hauntingly Beautiful Song..😔💔😭
@chaost45444 жыл бұрын
Michael Stipe doesn't have the largest range but he's one of the best at conveying emotion.
@MariaLopez-yb9fc4 жыл бұрын
Linda Colombo he actually did this song because he lost a very close friend ( Kurt Cobain)
@troubledjoe62014 жыл бұрын
This came out 2 years before Cobain died (92 v 94); the Cobain tribute was Let Me In - which is also great, if not so accessible -m.kzfaq.info/get/bejne/eqpnas-T3bPFdp8.html
@lindacolombo83644 жыл бұрын
@@troubledjoe6201 I thought so Joe..Thank you.
@spacemonkey48114 жыл бұрын
Bill Berry wrote it, not Michael.
@marcanderson92113 жыл бұрын
Dude, easy to see you’ve got a good heart... I knew that this song would hit you. Thanks for being a good human being.👍
@bevcd36253 жыл бұрын
A real man is never afraid to show their emotions. Love you and your reactions. ❤️❤️✌️
@karenj36113 жыл бұрын
Your heart is too big for this song, I knew you would feel every word. Stay strong young man
@thomasmanning8293 жыл бұрын
He's big enough for the sdcc song. Most people cover their hearts.
@saragodres-tomes10323 жыл бұрын
❤
@lauriecrader9433 жыл бұрын
When my son died I played this song over and over. It literally kept me alive through miles of tears.
@charlareese88713 жыл бұрын
Same when my son died, Laurie Crader... Not this song but "It's So Hard To Say Goodbye" by Boyz To Men. Literally saved my life...
@theborg3 жыл бұрын
I've seen this REM song about 10 times and I still cried all the way thru. I hope I can give this guy a hug some day.
@veronicachandler66393 жыл бұрын
The depth of your compassion is massive, you never know how profoundly it can impact the lives of others. Thank you
@edmojenks13 жыл бұрын
“This is not how I want my story to end”........that’s what I needed to hear. Thank you.
@michaelquinn28453 жыл бұрын
I lost one of my friends to suicide about 6 months before this song came out. I cry everytime that I hear this song! It reminds me of Hugh!
@humanearthling14843 жыл бұрын
Big hug to you.
@raymondfrancis29833 жыл бұрын
I feel the same way
@stephanieyee97843 жыл бұрын
Vale Hugh.
@denisesalmon44963 жыл бұрын
Sending up prayers for you
@lonnierh0dgejr413 жыл бұрын
Michael Quinn i lost a long time friend a few years ago. it hit me really hard. we spent years helping each other through difficult times and this song reminds me of him, as well. sadly, dealing with loss is part of life and dealing with the grief can take time. it's been 6 years for me and i still have my moments when i break down because of it. time will ease the pain and it will get easier. J.D. Bailey will never be forgotten. RIP. :(
@katstarczan84153 жыл бұрын
Real man cry. My dad is the strongest man I know. When my granny died, he cried in front of us. First time and he felt ashamed of it. I said to my son- crying is not a sign of weakness. People are meant to cry. People- not only woman!!!!
@michelle.Classer3 жыл бұрын
I always tell my boys that it takes a real man to show his emotions, admit when he's hurting and ask for help. Beautiful reaction mate.
@WorldInMyEyes13 жыл бұрын
This song let me know that at least one person understood how I felt, just at the moment I needed it..... thank You R.E.M.
@makelikeatree16964 жыл бұрын
Gandalf said, "I will not say, 'do not weep'. Not all tears are evil."
@chrisbeauvais29824 жыл бұрын
I forgot he said that. Thank you for reminding me. After watching his wonderful reaction, I’m in tears. Thanks to Gandalf/Tolkien.
@williammckay95283 жыл бұрын
This is one of the most emotional songs ever and his voice is one of the best, I saw them in concert years ago and he's this good live, amazing band.
@irishguy200007 Жыл бұрын
This and "if you tollerate this" by the manic street preachers
@rickpilhorn3 жыл бұрын
This song needs to be played on everyone's channel today.
@rhondaross31444 жыл бұрын
JB you are allowed to cry! When you feel low, lonely listen to this! You are not alone!
@Neonstrobelight1004 жыл бұрын
You’ve got to hand it to Michael Stipe, he read about the teenage suicide rate and wanted to do something about it. Many songwriters might have the same sentiments but very few could write, what is arguably one of THE songs that makes the listener reach inside of themself and conduit their own emotions and expose their feelings.
@mariusvanniekerk77074 жыл бұрын
I just got educated. Thanks for the info 🇿🇦
@thebrazilianatlantis1654 жыл бұрын
The beautiful string arrangement was written by John Paul Jones of Led Zeppelin.
@davidwiley49533 жыл бұрын
He didn't write the song. It was by one of the other band members. I remember that because of when that member hat to quit due to medical reasons Michael emphasized who wrote it.
@LOVEchristHEwasVEGAN3 жыл бұрын
i cried as a teenager to this and it did help. youre right
@mariannshake43963 жыл бұрын
Yes. It's about teenage suicide written before the It Gets Better public announcements. Michael Stipe was trying to talk to teenaged gays.
@waynebernitt28063 жыл бұрын
Music moves me like nothing else. And now I'm older and lived a life it moves me more. Never be ashamed of our humanity. Art is a reflection of our humanity. I'm there with you brother.
@denisebrant244511 ай бұрын
I watched an amazing Cover of this song on Americas Got Talent. I was in tears!!!! The gentleman singing is named Father Ray Kelly. I am sure you do not have time on your channel to react to it. I just think you would really feel the emotions through his singing. Whenever I am depressed, I listen to it and cry, but always feel better afterwards. It is soul cleansing. I love your reactions. Many times I can feel the music through you. What a Blessing you are.
@kellyford59034 жыл бұрын
No shame - EVER, Young Sir...when YOUR heart is SO FULL of care and love and well-wishes for others, ok??! You are such a terrific role-model and not JUST for men but also we women...not that you asked to be a role-model but...being A MIRROR to The World is a SUPERB characteristic, James! WoW. And, thank you!!!!
@kimberlyk25734 жыл бұрын
Your face is so expressive. So genuine! Stay strong. Seeking help is not a weakness
@richardahern12442 жыл бұрын
You're a good soul and this world needs you. Stay strong bro.
@mspicer32623 жыл бұрын
I gotta say, tears are a sign of strength. They make you vulnerable. Never be ashamed of them.
@lindav11894 жыл бұрын
This song makes me cry, but also gives me strength, "you're not alone".
@lolalilolily3 жыл бұрын
Just hold on
@deborahcornell1714 жыл бұрын
James, thank you for adding that simple sentence, "animals hurt". I love my fellow human beings but I also have always felt compassion for all God's creatures who can't speak for themselves. In addition to having pets I've always done animal rescue work (& always ended up keeping the handicapped/special needs ones who are usually completely unwanted), I know animals have the same emotions we do. Sometimes people need to be reminded. Thanks again for such a heartfelt reaction to a beautiful song.💙
@debbiesnyder37894 жыл бұрын
Wow.... I feel the same way about animals... my last rescue was a little Shitzu dog going blind. He is so precious... I now look for other dogs with disabilities. They seem to know they are special to us!! Thank you.. its nice to see others feeling the same way I do.. I LOVE ANIMALS too!❤
@CatDad63927 ай бұрын
It’s good to see another man reacting like yourself and I also wear my emotions and my heart on my sleeves as well and I’m not ashamed of it!
@elizabeththompson52783 жыл бұрын
A real man shows his emotions ❤️
@chrissiewindsor4 жыл бұрын
A man who shows his feelings is a beautiful thing. I cry every time I hear this. No shame in tears.
@kieronmorgan-brotherofdragons3 жыл бұрын
Hey dude - really wanted to applaud you talking about the issues you do. Being told to "man up" etc is such a barrier to young men learning to express their emotions healthily and if they can't then this can lead to depression and anxiety. i LOVE watching your reactions and especially your love of classical and opera music. Keep doing what you do and it'll really help break down these old school barriers. Thank you.
@sadiebrooks16323 жыл бұрын
Its refreshing to see a young man who can articulate his emotions. You are a breath of fresh air, stay strong, stay positive and be happy.
@amynicole71503 жыл бұрын
First time sharing a reaction video with you and I need you to know that your heart and your beautiful soul left me weeping because I have so much respect for you as a man to allow yourself to be venerable and show your emotions. I wish a had a brother just like you. Whoever is in your life are very lucky to have you. I feel such a strong connection to you and I want to thank you for this amazing experience. I thank God that you are here. Bless you and your family and please know what an amazing young man you are. ❤️😊
@be_a_bright_sparkle36874 жыл бұрын
This song literally saved my life when it first came out...I had it on repeat continually...Then couldn’t listen to it without getting upset...30years later...it still makes my tummy flip but Without it I would not be here...🥰
@misskitty42963 жыл бұрын
Wouldn’t it all be so much simpler if we could all just love each other. Peace, love and prayers for our earth ☮️❤️🙏🏻🌎🌍🌏
@towanda29473 жыл бұрын
Miss kitty IMAGINE!
@dianemcdonald50953 жыл бұрын
Love is the answer!
@miznana583 жыл бұрын
Yes. And amen.
@ferda94763 жыл бұрын
This is pretty much the gold standard of reaction channels.
@margarethall72983 жыл бұрын
Yes, you are a man...a Hu-man! Don't ever forget that it's your HuManity that connects you to everybody else, and connects them to you. This song is about understanding our connection to each other. Peace to you brother, the peace that passes all understanding.
@willgatenby41184 жыл бұрын
"Man up" is one of the stupidest things anyone ever said. It's like telling someone with depression to "snap out of it". Utterly pointless, completely unhelpful and possibly dangerous. Showing your feelings is the pressure valve we all need sometimes, don't ever, ever be afraid to be yourself. That's the sign of a real man, not all the macho bullshit we're fed on. Well done for being the man you are, not the one others expect. Much love.
@MrJaaaaake3 жыл бұрын
It's not stupid. It's basically a simplified explanation of stoicism. " Keep swimming", " keep moving", " man up". The nature of man is to overcome things. The harsh reality is not everyone can make it in life. We live in the easiest time in human history.
@dorabolick92753 жыл бұрын
Real men always cry.
@markjones71093 жыл бұрын
@@MrJaaaaake You said exactly what I was about to say.
@pamelajordan59483 жыл бұрын
Yeah woman are told to relax men are told to man up. ..
@rebeccasimantov54763 жыл бұрын
Will Gatenby well said...
@peachscreams3 жыл бұрын
I think the most manly thing you can do is be open and honest about how you feel. When you said "I'm gonna feel what and how I feel, and i'll never change that for anybody." THAT was manly, that was king shit.
@TimeBreakPictures3 жыл бұрын
The video is a masterpiece. Even after all those years
@lolamagenta3 жыл бұрын
Hold on always hold on. For you to understand this song and put your feelings out there makes my heart full. Bless you, James. You belong here.
@parisbrat3 жыл бұрын
''Man up'' is one of the most emotionally corrosive phrases to come out of anyone's mouth.
@EternaLivesMatter3 жыл бұрын
A male who weeps, is a man.
@MrJaaaaake3 жыл бұрын
To some. But to others it helps them recover. Everyone is different after all. "Man up" has been my way of living since childhood, without being taught this.
@katthill75063 жыл бұрын
"Emotionally Corrosive" is the absolute BEST description I have ever heard for a phrase that never helped anyone.
@cbrownes3 жыл бұрын
@@katthill7506 I agree. Never heard of 'Emotionally Corrosive' before. But will remember this.
@wilable703 жыл бұрын
Agreed.
@lowrider42664 жыл бұрын
This is one of the most beautifulest songs ever written and recorded.
@onechopbuddy38494 жыл бұрын
low rider it’s in my list
@meghanmonroe3 жыл бұрын
This came out in 1993 and when I listen to it, I just think about all the people who've listened to it and cried and felt pain since then. It comforts me on my dark days and reminds me that even though I might feel alone, I'm not.
@theoneandonlybubblebass8173 жыл бұрын
As a black man, yes your black mom and dad said, " man up." Sometimes one hurts, but they dont have time to cry , man, woman and child and if youre black, yes, there are times we have to stay strong. So you dont just throw away that wisdom, but know when you do or dont have to, " man up." Dont let others persuade you that your ancestors wisdom is no longer necessary.
@PinkyPuff693 жыл бұрын
My first impression: you’re special and real. Just the first 30 seconds and I feel your trueness. I think I’m subscribing to your channel. Thank you. ♥️
@davidwarner83533 жыл бұрын
Me too.. First few seconds of hearing this guy. I knew he was a good man. Genuine
@tammybailey23973 жыл бұрын
Same here. Within a minute of him talking I was in.
@towanda29473 жыл бұрын
Beautiful soul... I just want to be an Auntie for you!!! You be you! It's all good ✨☮️❤️
@kirstieh80943 жыл бұрын
I agree. Love this man’s authenticity & humanity.
@AdamCollinsKerbyro4 жыл бұрын
Mate you're an absolute legend. Men get a lot of stick for crying when in reality we have feelings just as much as everyone else. Gotta subscribe to a real one, much love brother
@EHthiawn_3 жыл бұрын
You're real man, you shared your truth. No shame, nothing but encouragement and delight in your honesty. You are loved.
@user-en3ut7bq9s6 ай бұрын
Wow! I'm sorry you considered that. I've also considered it. For ten years, I considered it. It took my love for the children in the next generation of my family to bring me out. I loved them, and they loved me, in turn, and I realized that they would be hurt, if I threw myself away. I knew for a fact that one of them, in particular, would interpret it as, "She didn't love me enough to stay with me." So, I stayed. And eventually, life got better. The stuff I wanted, REALLY WANTED, never happened, and couldn't happen. But, I learned to let go, and let be, and live with it. I found other things to fill the holes, and heal the pain. I won't promise anyone that "you'll get what you want, if you just work hard enough for it." Some things SIMPLY CANNOT BE. But I will promise that, YOU CAN LIVE WITH IT. And you CAN find joy in other things, that replaces the joy of those dreams and desires that you never could fulfill. And life can be enough. And as Mary Poppins says, "Enough is as good as a feast."
@SuburbanSavage4 жыл бұрын
My dad was the rare man who cry in public and not give AF. I didn't know for a long time that he was the exception. Men who skow emotions, all of them are real men.
@robertchilcott67804 жыл бұрын
An early Happy Birthday James....you are a gift to the world
@TheSean75643 жыл бұрын
James, this is my first time coming across your channel but I have no choice here but to tell you that if we were neighbors or friends, I really think we would LOVE one another. You seem like such an honest guy and I appreciate that very much. Love! Sean P.S. please listen to Fr. Ray Kelly, a Catholic priest, who sang the tune on Britain's Got Talent ... the crowd was absolutely silent when he finished before they broke into a standing ovation. Everybody does hurt and every single one us needs to stop pretending and extend a hand of LOVE to another! God bless you, Sean
@stephenrafter198018 күн бұрын
God bless you. Everybody hurts sometimes, Everybody cry sometimes. We are only human. It's good to cry sometimes.
@EarthHart14 жыл бұрын
And with what is going on in the world today, this song is needed so people can understand and we can move forward. Bless you James. Keep safe & well, Squire.
@LisaLearmont954 жыл бұрын
"End of the World As We Know It" and "Shiny Happy People" are great songs also by R.E.M, give them a go!
@lisasnyder30364 жыл бұрын
Funny happy monsters on sesame street is great too.
@allisonyoung40074 жыл бұрын
@@lisasnyder3036 🤣My kids were little when I saw that ! So cool!
@janimations61154 жыл бұрын
I think you mean Man on the Moon, and the Beyond! Micheal Stipe himself said he cant stand shiny happy people...to the point where he wouldn't play it live
@caseyjones93594 жыл бұрын
Orange Crush, This one Goes out toThe one I Love, and Whats the Frequency Kenneth are ace tunes as well
@travismunro73764 жыл бұрын
Any REM is good imo
@chriswillis643 жыл бұрын
I know this song. Your reaction made me cry. Never let go of your heart. Feel life to it's fullest. Men should never hold back their feelings. Be proud, I'm proud of you and I don't even know you.
@happyexpat73993 жыл бұрын
It’s never a shame to show your emotions. Indeed, a real man, person, can cry in front of others without apologizing. Don’t apologize. Nothing to apologize for. Your parents, your mom, raised you well. Bravo, man!