Glad to see this hit you guys. Generation has nothing to do with appreciation for a song like this. And as far as getting emotion let it rip fellas. I'm a Navy Vet pushing 40 who's heard this song 1000 times, and the day I don't get misty is the day they put me in the ground. Remember it takes a strong man to let others see him feel.

This song is about a fallen Marine who’s grandpa also was killed in action and is burried in Arlington.

The photo of the Marine you see at the end of the video is who this song is about. He died in the Iraq war. Patrick Ray Nixon. That's his real headstone. The part about his grandpa greeting him in heaven and saluting him gets me every time.

I applaud HugoBoys for reacting to this video, and we must give them grace as they are WAY to young to appreciate the gravity of this song. I graduated from the United States Air Force Academy and served for 30 years in the United States Air Force. In my first assignment I volunteered and served as a funeral detail officer leading a team of airmen to provide military honors to departed veterans throughout the state where I was assigned, and as the detail lead, I was the one that presented the folded flag to the next of kin. I've lived close enough to Arlington National Cemetery to walk to it, and did many times--and every time I felt as if I was on holy ground. I no longer meet the criteria to be buried in Arlington National Cemetery, but I'm OK with it, as I don't believe I deserve the honor.

Every veteran has the option to be buried at Arlington, my husband died while serving but he wanted to go home

Mad Respect..These brave service men and women rest all over THE USA and overseas. Never enough words to convey the message of thank you and so sorry for their loss to the families. America 🇺🇸 ❤

Yes you NEED to qualify for Arlington National Cemetery...from Wyoming USA 🇺🇸 🤠

You are not too old to Volunteer like the rest of us did.... Be a Patriot!

Great job gentlemen. Respect for our country and veterans is special from young men your age and you're both to be commended. More patriotic stuff guys!! Keep up the good work

Yes! Till the Last Shot’s Fired is beautiful but sad as well. More young folks need to appreciate our history and the sacrifices made to insure the freedoms we all enjoy the way that you guys are. Thanks for that. And yes, Trace has one of the best voices ever!! Love him. 🇺🇸♥️🇺🇸

Trace Atkins and Toby Keith entertained our Troops more than played in the US. Another powerful song is: Till the Last Shots Fired (live from the CMA’s). Trace included every Veteran from every war. Thank y’all for this. Yes, there are special qualifications to earn the right to be laid to rest at Arlington.

i still have chills from being at Arlington and putting my hand of those headstones. i could only cry and said thank you for protecting our freedom.

my daddy is there 20 years in the US Navy.

Thank you, this song is special.

Just wandered into your site today as a Marine Vet 89 to 93 I enjoyed you both learning appreciation of the sentiment, respect and culture of those that have served and their Honoured spouses and families. Suggestions in same type of theme would be Semper Fi or the Empty Chair, Trace Atkins. If you want to jump genres Five Finger Death Punch, Wrong Side of Heaven is a good place for discussion of current treatment of military vets. JW below is correct the Till the Last Shot Fired live with the the West Point Cadets is the best version in my opinion.

I am a veteran myself and I have been there many times! My uncle Col Mark Prevette is buried there,

I am glad I chose to serve my county as my father, Uncle and grandfather did. they didn't choose to talk about their expeirince;s and I can respect that.

Powerful song. I cry like a baby every time I watch it.

To really appreciate the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, check out the video of what they go through to become a Tomb guard...it's mind-blowing.

Loved this. Toby Keith song Courtesy of the Red, White and Blue. Awesome song dedicated to our veterans

This song is from the perspective of a soldier who has died in war.

I'm a Vietnam Veteran and this song brings tears to my eyes every time I hear it.

Has a song on every album for them.

Love your respect for our soldiers

To answer your question yes there are special criteria to be laid to rest in Arlington. My father is there and in a few years I will join him ... yes I know my time remaining is limited, no complaints life is good. You to keep doing what you do and showing respect for history and our military is a great thing

what an incredibly nice and dignified way you respect your military. Also giving thought today to those who are defending their country in Ukraine right now. Greetings from Sweden

Brutal but beautiful. If you decide to do more, "If You're Reading This" by Tim McGraw, and "Letters from Home" by John Michael Montgomery are beautifully done, too.

A 61 year old former marine from south carolina. I got a 21 year old son..would take his place in war...dont want you young fellas to die for stupid decisions of leaders that never served and know the cost.of there decisions...hope you and yours never have too..but I will in your stead..thanks for yalls reaction...

Always good to see the young generation understanding their history and the sacrifice. It's a Mandolin, not a banjo by the way. 😉

He's sound 10x better in person love this guy

Says he loves to be in the presence of a hero

Thank you for this reaction!!!! Very thankful for all who serve!!! Grateful for my husband (retired Navy), my brother-in-law, (retired Marines) and my other brother-in-law (retired Army). New subscriber here!

It’s my understanding that anyone who dies on active duty, retired members, or any service member that has received distinguished metals such as the Medal of Honor, Air Force Cross, etc. my cousin is an active ‘Army Ranger, and he’s told us all along that he would like to be buried there.

Arlington National Cemetery in DC.

This is a great song and Trace did it very well. You can check out "If Your Reading This" by Tim McGraw it is a tribute to the a man that left to to fight a war and never made it back.

If u want something different. Check out Home Free. They are an accapella country griup. Tho they dip their toes in other genres, their bread and butter is country. Their beat boxer is excellent and harmonies wonderful. Please check out their cover of “man of constant sorrow”

Great job on doing this video . Much respect for you both for reviewing patriotic songs, as the respect for our military, our flag, and authority has lessened over time. Semper Fi and Until the Last Shot Is Fired are other patriotic songs from Trace.

For some fun songs by Trace Adkins, check out 'Honkytonk Badonkadonk' or 'Ladies love country boys. For more patriotic tunes, Toby Keith's 'Courtesy of the red white & blue, the angry American' which is amazing, or 'American soldier'. Alan Jacksons song after 9/11 called 'Where were you when the world stopped turning' is amazing too. A different type of patriot song.

If you think Trace has a deep voice you seriously should check out the group Homefree and their song "Man Of Constant Sorrow"... You won't be disappointed

All are that way. I love him special boice

I love Trace Adkins and I would love to hear more of his songs on your show. I am so glad that Trace done this song because my Grandpa Carlyle was a WWII vet

Any Veteran has the right to be buried in any National Cemetery. I have an uncle in Arlington, and an aunt and uncle in a National Cemetery in Florida. May they rest in peace. Note: Taps is the saddest song you will ever hear.

New song The Empty Chair. on the new double album put out this year.

He is fabulous and all his music is that way. Has Pit Bull on new album with Stevie Wonder playing harmonica and Snoop dog.

I just came across this by chance. I was there for the egress, held my battles hand as he took his final breaths. None of us expected to see what we saw at the end of the war, but we all knew it could happen. Thank you.

Nice reaction, guys; SUBSCRIBED😊 Honestly- gives me hope for & in the generations to come, so Thank You!!!! Trace Adkins’ live performance at the CMAs w the West Point choir of ‘Til The Last Shot’s Fired’ is hard to beat when it comes to patriotic!!! Would y’all PLEASE consider reacting to Toby Keith’s tribute song to Oklahoma Sooners, NBA, and jazz guitar great Wayman Tisdale- ‘Cryin’ For Me (Wayman’s Song)’ official video? The only thing more beautiful than the song may be their friendship❤️ With Toby’s own recent health battles, it’s even more poignant! Again- great job & look forward to following y’all’s journey! Stay safe & love much💖

My Grandaddy was supposed to be buried there but we chose to have him at Cheltenham (maryland) as it was a veterans cemetery closer to where all the family is.

I’m 61 same age as Trace and it is great to see your reaction to his voice as well

The second you go through those gates, the atmosphere changes, it truly is sacred ground and yes, there are specifications to be buried there. My grandfather was honored with a plot at Arlington.

Y'all should check out his song "Til the last shot's fired". If you do, do the CMA version with the West Point Choir.

There's also a great video on the Soldier who guard the tomb of the Unknown Soldier

Try watching the star spangled banner as you never heard it. PLEASE. you will gain a real understanding of what that flag of our country really is about and why we stand for it. Please watch it

Great reaction!! Earned a new sub!! Stay proud of your country! ❤️🇺🇸

Mandolin not a banjo. Beautiful song, and as a veteran and the brother, son, nephew, son in law and father in law of vets. Thank you.

Guys, my thing is following Music Reactors. If I may, reading backstories would be impactful.

Yes 😊

Hey guys they have tons of videos about the qualifications for guards at the tomb of the unknown they are super interesting and I would actually love if you guys watched one for a video. It’s one of the only (please forgive if I’m wrong ) qualifications that you can have removed at any time if you fail to meet the standards. Meaning even if you are already a guard you mess up they can straight up just remove you and take away your patch and it’s like you were never a guard. These guys take this very seriously.

The 21 year old Marine that died in Iraq, Patrick Ray Nixon, you see his headstone and picture near the end of the video, that is his funeral you see througout the video.

for a "lighter" side of Trace, check out his tribute to Osama Bin Laden, "Welcome To Hell".

Very nice review

Y'all should listen to Riding with private Malone

hey, really cool reaction video. and really, this singer's voice is sensational. I recently heard a singer with a deep voice as well. his name is Avi Kaplan. Suggestion - When I'm a fool live on Sunset Sound.

20 years ago started Wounded warriors project.

Pass me the ammo by Moonshine bandits

Always does

Great reaction! Another not very well known great song and video , Billy Ray Cyrus: Some Gave All.

If you want a song that gets you emotional but have a twist to it , I highly recommend "Raymond" by Brett Eldridge .

Loved it! Like others have suggested check out Home Free, they are an amazing group that can be serious ( Brothers in Arms, Everybody Walking this Land, Helpless Hoping) Goofy ( Between a Rock and a Heartache, Thank God I'm a country boy, All about that Bass, Working for a Living) , Moving ( Country Roads take Me home, How Great thou Art, in the Blood ) amazing Mashups ( Butts remix, Country Fried Pop, Women, Amen/Female) or Simply Great originals ( Land of the Free, Dive Bar Saints, Dreamer, Undivided, Champagne Taste on a Beer Budget) and has Had collaborations with Kenny Rogers ( Children go where I send thee) and the Oakridge Boys ( Elvira, Beautiful Star of Bethlehem) The Bass Tim Foust has an amazing Range and is a natural bass ( I prefer their cover of Ring of Fire over their cover of Man of Constant Sorrow myself) Subbing in the hope of some Home Free

There is a video about unknown soldiers guards. It shows some of the training and meaning behind the walk. It on KZfaq

It’s for the video

Not sure if anyone answered about qualifications to be buried at Arlington. It's a whole list of qualifications. 🇺🇲❤️🇺🇲

Just subscribed. Loved your genuine reaction to Arlington. If I could make a suggestion, check out "This cowboy's hat" by Chris Ledoux

Trace will never sing this in a concert he said it has a special time and place to be sung and a concert isn't it.

Check out Five Finger Death Punch - Wrong Side of Heaven. That one will GUT you.

Check out The History of the Tomb of the Unknown. It will tell you what you need to know about the Unknowns. It is song from the viewpoint of a soldier, killed in battle and buried at Arlington National Cemetery. It was inspired by United States Marine Corps Corporal Patrick Nixon, who died in battle in 2003. After meeting Nixon's father, Turnbull was inspired to write the song.[2] Adkins said that "This is not a war song, and it has nothing to do with politics. This is a true story."[3]

Check out 'Riding With Private Malone'! Its a bit more subtle..pretty sure it might sneak up on you fellers?

Billy Ray Cyrus All Gave Some Some Gave All!

play The Empty Chair

Check his albums has a song on ev every one.

Or Trace Atkins

He won apprentice and asked to be able to do. For video

I think nowadays you do have to have something special to get into Arlington.. not sure. I know my Uncle Paul is there.. he was the leader of the Marine Platoon that the flag up over Iwo Jima in WWII.. I went there with my great grandmother when I was 5.. to see his grave and I also saw JFK's eternal flame.. I remember.. 50 yrs ago.. I'm old. lol.. but I love Country Music and I love me some Trace ..And I have taught my children to love and respect our military..

mandolin.....

He has been to afghanistan too

check all albums

Voice or Trace Adkins

in country is not a violin, it's a fiddle

See something different check out latest album rested voice does one with Snoop

You young men need to introduce yourselves to Thomas Sollew he is a Stanford professor graduated Harvard did a deep dive into slavery did a video the truth about slavery never taught in school you would be shocked about what you were taught Jordan Peterson is also a good person to introduce yourselves to

Ok I’m out. In reverse? I’m gone. No respect.

Your flag is backwards. You definiely must have certain qualifications. This is for the best of the best and those that gave their best. Song is about the service man on the tombstone they showed by name. Patrick Nixon.

Why is the American Flag backwards?

Do you even appreciate what these men go through for you???🇺🇸🇺🇸. Do your research. You shouldn’t be doing analysis if you don’t even know the qualifications of these men and this cemetery. Geez guys.