Sebs (Recovering Country Hater) Reacts to Randy Travis - Three Wooden Crosses (feat the Wife)
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Unfortunately back in 2013, Randy Travis suffered a stroke and hasn't recovered. He can no longer sing or play guitar, although there are instances where he sings a few words, one instance being Josh Turner's cover of Travis' "Forever and Ever Amen"
Good health is never guaranteed, so make the most of what you got while you can.
Kane Brown also sang this and did amazing with it.
@@charissakington606 I remember seeing when he sang it live at a radio station (I think) and Randy surprised him
Yeah its very sad, the man is a LEGEND!
@@sweeney60 and Randy has a great life before and after his stroke. Such a powerful voice and a powerful man to keep going on and sing his heart out even after. Him and his voice will be forever remembered. Bless the days we have on this earth. For they are short. But Randy Travis is still here. Thank God.
I can't emphasize enough how important it is to understand that Country music is all about telling a story
With out the story it is not country
Problem with the genre is that they're all telling the same stories lol.
@@TzunSu You must not have been exposed to much. I also used to hate country music. Didn't get a true appreciation for it until my 20's. I'm in my 50's now & can find something to love about almost every genre out there. It's all about the mood.
@@TzunSuthat’s like saying all rock music tells the same stories, or all rap music tells the same stories
@@lucasrios1556 Many do, especially in rap, but nothing comes *close* to the repetitiveness of country.
I love it too that the preacher gave the hooker his bible before he died, then she read it and gave it to a child she raised who in turn became a preacher. If I could describe country music with one word, it would be - relatable. Great reaction.
Thanks, really needed to know that as it was interrupted at the crucial moment. x
Gave it to her son not a child but yea her son grew up to be a preacher and told the story in his church about how his mama gave him that Bible and read it to him that's why he became a preacher
Randy Travis is a true country singer he is not fake. He the real deal. God bless you Randy Travis.
I am so happy that you actually got the story. So many reactors are confused by this song. And didn't understand that it was the hooker who lived and her son became a preacher. Love this reaction ❤️
Well done! I am so fed up with people who don't get the message of the song. Listen to the words people!!
The hooker who survived was redeemed and turned her life around because of the witness of the preacher AND because of the gospel message contained in that blood stained bible. She later had a son and read that bible to him and raised him in the faith. Later, God called her son to be a preacher.
Agreed... which baffles me. If they would just actually LISTEN!
I didn't get it. Comments don't help some saying hooker survived ,had a son who became a preacher then others say the hooker became a preacher. Now I got to here again. See if Randy refers to precher as he/ him or she/ her and if I catch who died
@@MarySpain1958 The preacher got his Bible from his mama. The song says he got "his" bible from his mama. So his mama was the hooker who received the bible from the dying preacher.
True Country Tells a Story.. that's what REAL Country.
IMO, Randy Travis has the greatest voice in country music history. He truly could sing the phone book and make you cry.
Randy Travis is one of the best country artists ever. I love country music because it's more than music, it's a musical journey that tells a story.
he could sing the phone book and i'd be enthralled. he has always been one of my favorite artists
I know!! That voice is just...mmmmmhmmmm
God bless you two and your family
Even with his stroke, I would happily pay full price to hear him just hum along to the music!!! Randy is so good.
This is a TRUE country song. Takes your heart out and stomps it a little, giving you all the feels
Right. You have to be ready for it. It can make you pull over on the side of the road to sob and make you late for work
While teaching more than one good lesson in life. Be proud of good works instead of sad of loss... and don't judge because with a little seed, just look at what goodness can grow.
More of an gospel song through lens of neo traditional country
There’s pain, but in that pain you see new life.
@@eternallife9786 I think it's just a good country song, doesn't have a gospel feel to me.
Randy Travis is the epitome of country, The Hooker was the story tellers Mum & the story teller became a Preacher. Prayers for you every day Randy!
I lived in Nashville for 27 years. My mother and father worked in the country music business for most of my life, running tour merchandising for Alabama and Mickey Gilley for over 20 years. I have heard the best and the worst country music songs for my entire life, so I am a fairly good judge of them. I have heard this song thousands of times and it never fails to bring tears to my eyes.
It would be great to just hear some of the story u have what some gems u have to tell ppl need this hope to get some for especially George and Tammy wow hope to hear ur story and thoughts any 😊 be to cool
Randy Travis has sooo many GREAT classics! *Forever & Ever, Amen *He Walked on Water *Look Heart, No Hands
"If I didn't have you" is another good one
He Walked On Water is a gosh dang immortal classic!! I struggle to listen to that song because it hits me so hard every time LOL
Whisper my name , digging up bones ..
His repertoire is endless
Heroes and Friends
Four walls is another great one!
Randy Travis is a North Carolina boy born and bred. We are all so proud of him he has contributed a lot to country music in his day
🙏 Amen and Amen! Native Carolinian and PROUD !! Peace and Blessings to ALL! 🙏💯🌎💚😍
I spent a couple of days with him & Lib in 1982. We met while they were traveling to Nashville, where he was hoping to make a name for himself. I'm glad he made it.
I'm a 51 year old Marine and I bawl to this day hearing this song after listening for 30+ years.
I'm 63 and I can't listen to it without crying either
@@randyconnell3507 i hear ya Brother. Powerful message.
I am 73 and I love this song and relate in so many ways. I retired from driving as a Greyhound bus driver and otr truck driver. A committed Christian who believes what Isaiah 55:11 says that the WORD goes out and will accomplish what it is intended to achieve and will not return void. Believe the infallible and eternal "word of God"
@@paulskidmore2849 Amen Brother. God's work is NEVER wasted. Be safe and may you and yours be blessed my Brother!
@@paulskidmore2849 ...amazing that you replied 5 minutes before I was lead here again...
Randy Travis was once told that he would never make it in country music because he sounded too country.
In all the years I’ve been listening to this song I’ve never gotten through it without crying.
You're not alone. Me too.
Same here.
Me too🥺🥺🥺
Same … I loved this song when Randy first did it and would listen to it on repeat. Cry every time but still did it lol
Every Single Time.
I think that a part of Randy’s charm is that he knew he wasn’t perfect but there was always love and forgiveness if you trust and believe.
My son was a premi baby 1lb 1once, due to his size he lived for 24 hours then he passed away, I wrote a song for him that I lock myself in a room all alone sing it too him as I cry like a baby,...sometimes life ain't fair but I guess God has his reasons
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I am so saddend to read this. I don't think I could have survived if that would have happened to me. However, you're right, God definitely had his reasons and plan for him and you. We may never know them but if we truly believe in our Lord and Savior Jesus and repent of our sins, we will be in HIS grace in Heaven and see all our loved ones who have made it there before and after us. Lord in Heaven, please put your healing hands on this individual. They are in great need of your healing hands on their broken heart and soul. May you surround him with a love like no other and show him that you are the way to seeing his lovely little boy once again. Amen ❤
I love you, sorry to hear about the loss of your son; anything happening to my boys is the most terrifying thing I could dream of
Country music speaks to the ppl and you feel it because it's about real life struggles.
The greatest baritone voice in all of country music. Unfortunately his voice was taken from him due to a massive stroke some years ago. He’d left us so many fantastic songs over his illustrious career.
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Always loved Randy Travis’ voice and especially this song. Peace and love
i grow up listening to country music from Randy Travis, Brooks & Dunn & few others..... im born in 1986 so classic music i love more cuz they have feelings behind them
This song hits me in the feels every time. If people understood the storytelling in good country music, they wouldn’t dismiss it so quickly.
It’s easy to dismiss now, because it’s become little more than pop music with pickup trucks and beer.
It aint a C&W song without a truck, mama, Jesus, hound dawg, trains, prison or someone dying. Randy Travis is, and will always be, 1 of a kind. He's a throw back to the golden days of Country and Western Music.
Thank you Mr. Travis.
Prayers for Randy. He gave us so many great songs. Too many strokes stole his voice from us.
I get so excited when I open CZcams and see a new reaction from ya.
Randy is on of my favorites he's got so many good songs. Knowing how you talk about your wife in past videos "deeper than the Hollar" is definitely a must
Yes, written in stone is also a great one for them!
Love that song!!! "Deeper than the holler!!!"
The patient and kind space holding you give your wife while she shares that emotional association is so kind and beautiful. Thank you.
Randy Travis has has one of the best singing voices imo
I’ve listened to this for several years. I was a Marine and law enforcement but this still makes me tear up. That preacher touched at least 2 souls
A great family oriented song that you'd probably like is: "You're Gonna Miss This" by Trace Adkins. It's a tear jerker, especially for all those with children. But it's a beautiful reminder for us to not take our family for granted.
Another great one is Paint Me A Birmingham-Tracy Lawrence
I've been a fan of Randy Travis for 41 years. He's a baritone, and has the most distinctive voice I've ever heard. He can't make music anymore due to a stroke he had back in mid-2013. He's a very special man. Thank you for watching. You should listen to more of him. I think all his music is wonderful.
One of my top three country artists! Just an absolute pure voice!! ❤
It just struck me, after hearing and singing this song for years, the preacher, with probably his last breath and last thoughts, was still trying to wn a soul.
Also a story that I heard about Randy. Someone called him and told him that his debut album had just crossed over onto the pop charts. His reply was "Well get it off of there!!' LoL
😂😂 wouldn't surprise me lol!! That's funny though!
The part of the song that always gets me is in the first verse when they tell us why everyone was on the bus. 1 was on vacation, 1 was seeking hire education and 2 were searching for lost souls. By the end of the song we learn that the preacher found a lost soul and in his last moments did what he could to help her. The hooker was lost and through the preacher found her self and the will to go onto a better life.
Well said, John. And, I agree.......to a point. The hooker didn't find herself, she found salvation through Jesus, and HE gave her the will to go onto a better life, for herself and for her baby, to whom she read the Bible every night.
That's just how I interpreted it.
I think most people get that, though a lot of the reaction folk seem to miss a lot even on songs with a lot less going on lyrically. The real question is what happened to the fifth person on that bus? We don't know what happened to the driver.
@@johngaltline9933 I've always wondered that as well. If the hooker is the only one that lived then the line should still be there are 4 wooden crosses on the right side of the hi way, why there are not 5 heaven only knows. But 4 wooden crosses does not sound right and the parallel to the 3 crosses on the hill when jesus was crucified can not be made.
The teacher was seeking higher education, not hire education. Just FYI in case it wasn't a "Google knows better that I do what I'm typing" moment. 😊
@@johngaltline9933 I've always thought that myself, until I realized, it IS possible one of the four knew how to drive the bus. Not likely, so four/"why there's not five of them" still makes more sense to me, but that's the explanation I've come to accept.
My favorite Randy Travis song is decades old and it was the song we danced to at my wedding. “Forever and Ever, Amen” is such a beautiful song! I’d love to see you critique that one! ❤️
Randy Travis is one of the best country singers born. If you have ever heard him sing, YOU will NEVER forget his voice forever and ever. Amen. God Bless you, Randy Travis... xoxoxo
I love RANDY TRAVIS. Wishing him the best.
I think why you’re starting to like country now is because it makes you reflect on life and it’s very humbling. When we’re young we really don’t think deeply and as we get older we search for things more meaningful ❤
THIS SONG and songs like it are the reasons why I love country music-it’s the story
Country music legend is an understatement! The man is an epic artist
Randy Travis - in my mind - is the greatest singer in country music history, and he has so many great songs in his back catalogue.
Randy Travis best song is "he walked on water" A story about his grandpa.
What a great song. I can't listen to it without crying, because my grandfather was my hero. I was raised by my grandfather.
You DEFINITELY need to do this one..
Actually, it's about his Great Grandfather. There is the line, "and my mama's daddy was his only son." So his parents' daddy (grandfather) was the only son of the man he's singing about, therefore, it's his Great Grandpa that he's singing about.
@@Woody615 I Kew it was his great grandfather, but it's still his grandfather hehehe. And I think his mammas daddy was his oldest son not only son. It still makes me think of my grandpa, my mom's dad. He wasn't a cowboy nor my great grandpa. But it still makes me cry thinking of him though.
Randy grew up in western North Carolina not far from me which accounts for his southern drawl. I saw him in concert once. His voice is what made him because his shows were not fancy at all. He was very shy when he was younger. One of the best country vocalists there is. North Carolina is proud to call him son.
This is one of my favorite songs. Its meaning has always spoken volumes to me and will always bring a tear to the eye everytime I listen
Since you are getting more into country for the stories they tell, try : Rascal Flats - Skin & Brad Paisley - Whiskey Lullabye
Skin!!! One of my favorites!!
Whiskey lullaby for sure.
Brad's Whiskey Lullaby is fantastic
Brad Paisley with Allison Krause duet of Whiskey lullaby.
Whiskey Lullabye makes me tear up every time!!!
His voice is beautiful and there is no getting away from that. Be it country, rock or pop
even as a kid, growing up with Randy Travis's music, I would often cry to this song. love that you are showing this.
I just love your reactions! Thanks for this even tho I'm a sobbing mess right now~
Beautiful share, Ally. My nephew was a miracle baby, too. He came 3 months early weighing 1.25 lbs. God’s grace and mercy is truly wondrous. And yes, that Randy Travis song is wonderful because it does very clearly highlight that God can change the hearts of anyone if they’re open to it.
Randy Travis, He walked on Water, is such a personal song to me, reminds me of my grandfather, who was the most important person in my life, lost him when I was in high school
What a GREAT message he is singing “ it’s not what you take when you leave this world behind you, it’s what you leave behind you when you go” I wish everyone could understand it! Great reaction, as usual 🎉
By the time u hit the first pause, I was in tears. Gets me every damn time
Indeed...
Wow! I was really impressed by your cross-reference comparison to Victor Hugo's "Les Miserables"! That was brilliant! Thank you both for your reaction to Randy Travis and this heart-touching song! To me, it shows the life-changing power of God's Word which can work in anyone who is open to it and the Holy Spirit. Thank you also for sharing your story of faith and gratitude concerning the birth of your precious little one!
I just happened to stumble across your channel tonight. I've always loved this song and love to watch the reactions because very few understand the meaning of this song. When you said that you are a Christian family I immediately thought about Carrie Underwood/Vince Gill singing a live version of How Great Though Art. It literally sends chills throughout your body...you won't be disappointed. You are the only reaction channel that I have subscribed to because of your honesty, and not being afraid to share a bit about your own lives. Thank you for a great reaction!
This song makes me cry every time!! Not only is his voice amazing but the message is even more.
I've heard this song since it came out and it still gives me chills.
Randy Travis is my favorite country voice ever. He just sounds perfect.
As I sit here teary eyed AGAIN after hearing this song I'm reminded why I love country music.
How sad Randy Travis suffered a stroke, amazing singer & wonderful lyrics. The story-line is superb, obviously sad but he was an amazing singer! (I know he's not dead, but suffering a stroke is very harsh). Love, love, love it!💝💝
I saw Randy in concert..he was amazing ❤. This song still gives me chills.
Randy Travis is my favorite Country singer of all time. He was the first Country artist who crossed over the Pop chart and dominating. A true legend with so many awesome songs. Sadly, he lost his vocal perminately due to stroke. :(
I've seen Randy in concert 3 times. I absolutely love his voice. It's a shame that he is no longer able to perform. This song is just one of his that I still love.
I love, love, love Randy Travis and this song always gives me goose bumps and makes me cry!
One of the best voices NC ever produced. I've met his parents and they were good country folks he was definitely raised right.
I've loved this man since I was about 16.. I'm 54 now. He's had a stroke a while back and so did I a few years later. I still love him so much!!
What I love about country music, it always tells the tale.
I've always loved the subtle ways that this type of song guides your thought process instead of just telling you specific details.
This is still my favorite reaction from you two. I watch it often. And I always get emotional with y’all. We love you two. Country music is an emotional roller coaster to life. 3 chords and the truth.
You both totally get what a gift of life is and how appreciative you should be for everything we have every day because it can be gone in instant. You both have great hearts. You are what we should have on CZcams.
I love these reactions. I recommend Kenny Rogers Coward of the County or The Gambler both great stories. Also Carrie Underwood This is Just A Dream or Temporary Home for beautiful stories and How Great Thou Art with Vince Gill to see the talent & for something uplifting & fun, The Champion featuring Ludacris. When it comes to that last song, the video is necessary to really appreciate what the song is about.
Watching you learning to love this music especially understanding this song woke my emotion back up to this song. I never listen without a tear… reason I now follow you! Y’all enjoy…❤
Such a beautiful song. I'll never understand how anyone could say they don't like country music. It is such a huge genre that has something for everyone. I think that some just pass early judgement without giving much of it a listen.
As someone who started writing poetry and songs at the age of 5, country music always appealed to me because of the incredible lyrics. To me, the music is secondary to the story of the song. The story in this one has stuck with me through the years.
I get goosebumps every time I hear this song 💕💕
Country music is storytelling. So many of the songs, like this one just tell stories, beautiful, heart warming and heart wrenching. Some examples are: God’s will, by Martina McBride, love me by Collin Raye, stay by Sugarland, believe by Brooks & Dunn, unanswered, prayers by Garth Brooks, and the list goes on. I hope you continue to react to country songs, and listen to the story in the messages they bring.
Adding to your list:
> George Jones - "He Stopped Loving Her Today"
> Brooks and Dunn - "Red Dirt Road"
> Brooks and Dunn - "Cowboy Rides Away" (cover song. Original artist= George Strait). Maybe NOT a storytelling song, but a really nice one.
> Alan Jackson - "Drive"
> Tim McGraw - "Don't Take The Girl"
> Rascal Flats - "Front Porch Looking In"
> Paul Overstreet - "Heroes" (GREAT SONG !!!)
> Paul Overstreet - "Seein' My Father In Me"
> Paul Overstreet - "Daddy's Come Around"
> Faith Hill - "A Baby Changes Everything" (Live. Christmas concert. She's wearing a gold dress)
There are literally TONS of Country songs that tell stories that just make you feel good!
Where’ve you been by Kathy Mattea
It's so interesting to watch you experience a song and artist like this that I have listened to for years. Thank you for being open to it.
Country songs never cease to amaze me.U were given a life then use it wisely.
Tears are flowing. Randy Travis wonderful story teller
Randy Travis was one of the greatest singer/song writer's in Country Music! He has so many more to hear yet and, he will certainly grow on you! Thank you very much!
Just found your channel this morning about three hours ago actually and I’ve been watching it ever since it and loving it. I can already tell you and your wife are a gorgeous couple inside and out. So glad you’re coming around on the country. 💜
I just found your site and I’m awed by you and your beautiful lady. Country music is what I grew up listening to. My mom loved it, too. You ought to try The Oak Ridge Boys, The Statler Brothers, and HOMEFREE. All three are amazing.
One of my all time favorite Randy Travis songs is “It’s Just a Matter of Time”. His voice range in that song is amazing.
I’m so glad you finally heard this song! Yay! Glad you both enjoyed his voice, it’s one of the most one of a kind ones there is from this era. I’m not always a fan depending on the voice either but I love his. God bless you and your family!
That’s what makes country music great. The emotional attachment that comes with the brilliant storytelling that is shown.
Appreciate you doing this video and giving your honest reaction. Seeing you hear it for the first time and the impact that it had upon you was moving to me. God's mercy is from everlasting to everlasting!💗
I really feel your story about your baby because my oldest son’s beginning is almost exactly like yours! He’s 23 now and finishing college so I’ve been blessed!
Ive heard this song for a very long time, Never once have I teared up. Now Im crying, because I understand the meaning behind the song.
Props to you guys for giving country music a chance. It's by far my preferred genre, specifically for the story telling aspect! Keep up the good vids!
One of the greatest voices of all time! Ya'll are gonna love this..... I grew up to Randy and I listen to this song often still to this day and I am 44 so not too old lol.
One of my favorite songs. I still get chills every time I hear it.
I can't get through this song without tearing up. Always loved it regardless! Grew up on this sort of music.
Another song that always hits me is “The little girl” by John Michael Montgomery. Chills every time.
Or how about "don't take the girl"?... by Tim McGraw. That one hits real time.
This one is beautiful and sad
Thx for understanding this song. My great granddaughter, Milli, was in NICU for months and is blessedly home now and I’m so thankful your baby girl is too. 💖🤓🎀
This is my first time watching and listening to this amazing couple! And I am happy that I did! I am now a subscriber and look forward to many more stories from them!
The more you listen to the country twang you get used to it. I used to hate rock music because of the voices, but listening more made me realize how good the music is. Sometimes you just gotta listen and youll learn to love it!
I’ve heard this before and it still has me crying.
Found this video recommended from the song. Haven't heard the song in over 3 years and broke down a bit. I can picture this story so clearly, which is partly why I haven't listened to it in over 3 years... I loved the song and your covering/reacting it. Subscribed
This is the first time I have seen your videos! I absolutely love y'all! This song is fabulous and so is Randy Travis! I love the old country music and some of the new. Thank you so much for sharing!
The difference in a live performance and a studio performance is in the live you get the uncontrolled acoustics (including off stage sounds and other interference) whereas in the studio version while it sounds more canned, you get a closer version to what the artist wanted it to sound like.
Oh what a great reaction, such a beautiful story line with a lovely delivery. I love your wife's comparison and yall's thoughts about this song.
Sweet reaction!
There’s a line in the movie “Ray” when someone who used to know Ray Charles from his early years asks what happened; why did he leave the music he sang for years to sing country. Ray replies, “It’s the stories. I love the stories.”
Not sure why I stopped on this but let me tell you a story about this song. It was my sister's favorite song and I played it and still play it on a guitar. My sister is no longer here with us she has gone home to be with the Lord now but in her last years I would take a guitar to a nursing home and just start the intro of three wooden crosses and she knew what I was going to play before I even sang a word. I am not tooting my own horn because God gave me the talent to perform and put a lot of good people around me I am just a tool that God uses. As for the reactions of you both the girl was just sitting there listening and the guy was reacting which I though was cool. Country music tells stories like this but the new country they have out now is just junk I won't even listen to or play the new stuff Randy Travis is what they would call traditional country music take care guys