You're so right -- Home Free is a tough act to follow. With this anniversary remake of "Stand By Me" they've dang near reach that impossible perfection. What an arrangement! So sweet and smooth. I think Ben E. would be proud of his song. Thank you for sharing your reaction!
Rob is a superstar, man. I just can’t get enough of this cover of the Ben E. King classic. Everyone has covered this song but there’s something special about it when HF puts their stamp on it. Hell, you should make a cover. Why wouldn’t you? 🔥 I’m minding my bidness.
I absolutely love what Home Free did with this already awesome classic song! The bell tones in the background when Rob was singing, the dissonant chords that just sound so danged good... love seeing Adam singing, too (that's always a special treat)! Thank you for reacting to this, Michael! As always, love watching you feel the music and totally appreciating these fine gents' talent and incredible harmonies.
Such a beautifully smooth reaction, thank you for sharing with us. Love how Home Free's covers are always respectful of the originals but still add their own special tweaks.
This is so very awesome. It gives me goosebumps every time I hear it. Especially when they do the five-part harmonies when Adam Rupp is singing! Love your reaction! ♥
I absolutely love this song! 💜 And every time I hear Home Free I can't help but wonder how magnificent and versatile human voice can be. Just think if Adam wasn't there with his beatboxing... It would be a totally different experience
Love this great classic song from Ben E. King back in 1961. The Home Free guys did an awesome version as always. Love their arrangement on this cover. Great vocal leads by Austin & Rob. Tim's bass really stands out for me in this one. And Adam's tasteful vocal percussion is on point.
DSyde - I get it - I truly think Ben E King is smiling down from his cloud - these guys paid homage in such a way as not to try to emulate the original - only Ben E King could ever do that - but they took his song and presented it such a beautiful, dynamic way that even the "haters" and "naysayers" are left speechless, as I am. "Gospel" Rob's sweet velvety voice just "slayed the damn dragon" as far as I'm concerned. On the last chorus, Mr. Rupp's magical snare began and drove home the final nail and the beautiful ending harmonies placed a neatly tied bow of love - tied by our very own heartstrings!!! What a wonderful early Christmas present! RichieC (Atlanta)
One of the songs I have been listening to for as long as I can remember. (I'm from 1963) First the LP, later I always had it on one of my cassette tapes, then I got the CD and in recent years I usually have it on one of my playlists. Although many versions had been released in the meantime, it was usually the version by Ben E. King or Otis Redding. But from now on it is the version of Home Free that is on my playlist and no other. Alternating the lead between Austin's powerful voice and Rob's silky soulful voice just sounds so beautiful and fantastic. Then the unparalleled vocal percussion, truly phenomenal. The incredible bass and beautiful background vocals/harmony are the finishing touch.❤
I love this! Loved the bell tones when Rob was singing. Loved the slowed down part with 5 part harmony. My goodness, those boy have exquisite harmonies. Adam killed it again. Brought the song new life for me. Good one as always DramaSydE!!! 🥰😄
Home Frees' cover of this beautiful song gives me the electric shivers. I love it so much. Just breath taking. Thank you for your insightful reactions. I always enjoy them.
Rob and Austin rocked this song. Home Free never disappoints. Adam doing his thing and Tim's bass are amazing. Great beat for dancing like in the 60's.
man, the subtle percussion effects that Adam adds like the soft bass drum kicks etc...simply amazing, his dynamics and accuracy seem to constantly out due each other with every new release.
They definitely upgraded the song from The Sing Off. It was Home Free and Shawn Stockman, Jewel, Nick Lachey and another guy I didn't know. Always enjoy watching your reaction to these guys.
Soooo smooth. Just makes you want to sway and sing along. Special night for Home Free (11/08/23), first time walking the red carpet at the CMAs. (Saw a pic of them in coordinating black suits.) Austin mentioned on IG that he'd be walking it with the rest of the guys and then, again, with his wife, Amberly. He's had quite the year with his solo releases. Congrats to all of them!
Rob has had the lead in so many of Home Free’s songs and I love his voice. This one, however, did something different for me. For the first time I “got it” and understood why he is the favorite of so many. Thanks for another nice reaction Michael!
I love that fifth harmony from Adam Rupp during the breakdown and also on the last "Ooooo." It adds a lot to the arrangement. The handoffs between Austin and Rob are so smooth, too.
Home Free took a classic song, which the original is wonderful, and made it a new classic, not taking away from the original. Wondering what Sing Off song will be released next week! Whichever it will be, I know they’ll do it justice and we’ll love it!
You aren't the first that I've heard comment on how they changed the tone of the song; the other commenters have said the original (and many other versions) were a bit slower and, by comparison, with a hint of sadness and longing in the tone. But HF did it in a lighter tone of sweetness.
Don't know if you knew that they did this song with all of the judges on the sing off. If you can find that it would be awesome to see your reaction to it.❤❤
I have previously enjoyed your presentations of Home Free and I applaud their musicianship. But that was a long while ago as I don’t really have a strong appetite for A Capella. But as this song is well known I was intrigued to see what they’d do. Wonderful voices and musicianship again but I felt that they just lost contact with the lyrics. And if your version has got some grit, then please just go for it, we’d love to hear it and it’s not a competition anyway.
Just thought I'd make mention of the fact that, for the last few days....every single reactor I listen to....no matter who or when it was recorded....has the exact same number of Likes on their video. Two days ago it was 373....yesterday and today it has been 565. Everyone....every time. Is that normal....and I'm just now noticing it? Or it this kinda hinky?😮 I knew you'd like this. I always love your reactions.
This version by Homefree is friggin' ridiculously great!
They are all so talented and each have their "specialities"...Certain songs just thrive when rob's voice does its thing!
Hi CB!
Soul flows from Rob!!!
Amazing! They are a vocal harmony phenomenon.
You're so right -- Home Free is a tough act to follow. With this anniversary remake of "Stand By Me" they've dang near reach that impossible perfection. What an arrangement! So sweet and smooth. I think Ben E. would be proud of his song. Thank you for sharing your reaction!
Rob is a superstar, man. I just can’t get enough of this cover of the Ben E. King classic. Everyone has covered this song but there’s something special about it when HF puts their stamp on it. Hell, you should make a cover. Why wouldn’t you? 🔥 I’m minding my bidness.
You absolutely need to record it!! Austin and Rob killed it! They all did
It's cool watching this after just seeing them on the Red Carpet at the CMAs. They clean up nice. Great reaction as always.
I absolutely love what Home Free did with this already awesome classic song! The bell tones in the background when Rob was singing, the dissonant chords that just sound so danged good... love seeing Adam singing, too (that's always a special treat)!
Thank you for reacting to this, Michael! As always, love watching you feel the music and totally appreciating these fine gents' talent and incredible harmonies.
they do such a good job making it there own, but staying close to the same
These guys always hit it strait outta the park.
Such a beautifully smooth reaction, thank you for sharing with us. Love how Home Free's covers are always respectful of the originals but still add their own special tweaks.
Beautiful ❤️ 🤠 HF 🔥. We are our worst critics, if someone else tells you to do the cover, do it. Don't ever sell yourself short. Great 👍 reaction ❤️
Thank you, I will
Great arrangement, great performance, great reaction. Solid!
This is so very awesome. It gives me goosebumps every time I hear it. Especially when they do the five-part harmonies when Adam Rupp is singing! Love your reaction! ♥
I absolutely love this song! 💜 And every time I hear Home Free I can't help but wonder how magnificent and versatile human voice can be. Just think if Adam wasn't there with his beatboxing... It would be a totally different experience
Love this great classic song from Ben E. King back in 1961. The Home Free guys did an awesome version as always. Love their arrangement on this cover. Great vocal leads by Austin & Rob. Tim's bass really stands out for me in this one. And Adam's tasteful vocal percussion is on point.
Great cover. I think Ben E King would approve.
Love your reactions Michael - thank you. 🍟
always love to watch you react to home free🤩🤩
Ben E King would be proud they are keeping his song alive.
Lovely reaction! These guys are so talented, just wow and thank you for sharing your thoughts.
Thanks Dramasyde Always great shares 🙏💕👍
That was fire 🔥 i would like to hear it in a gritty style 😎
DSyde - I get it - I truly think Ben E King is smiling down from his cloud - these guys paid homage in such a way as not to try to emulate the original - only Ben E King could ever do that - but they took his song and presented it such a beautiful, dynamic way that even the "haters" and "naysayers" are left speechless, as I am. "Gospel" Rob's sweet velvety voice just "slayed the damn dragon" as far as I'm concerned. On the last chorus, Mr. Rupp's magical snare began and drove home the final nail and the beautiful ending harmonies placed a neatly tied bow of love - tied by our very own heartstrings!!! What a wonderful early Christmas present!
RichieC (Atlanta)
One of the songs I have been listening to for as long as I can remember. (I'm from 1963) First the LP, later I always had it on one of my cassette tapes, then I got the CD and in recent years I usually have it on one of my playlists. Although many versions had been released in the meantime, it was usually the version by Ben E. King or Otis Redding. But from now on it is the version of Home Free that is on my playlist and no other. Alternating the lead between Austin's powerful voice and Rob's silky soulful voice just sounds so beautiful and fantastic. Then the unparalleled vocal percussion, truly phenomenal. The incredible bass and beautiful background vocals/harmony are the finishing touch.❤
I love this! Loved the bell tones when Rob was singing. Loved the slowed down part with 5 part harmony. My goodness, those boy have exquisite harmonies. Adam killed it again. Brought the song new life for me. Good one as always DramaSydE!!! 🥰😄
Home Free at their best ... showing off those gorgeous harmonies , especially when Adam Rupp joins in ! They make every song their own !
Love Your Reactions ❤
“Put that polish on it!” Just that last buff! Well done brother!
Home Frees' cover of this beautiful song gives me the electric shivers. I love it so much. Just breath taking. Thank you for your insightful reactions. I always enjoy them.
Rob and Austin rocked this song. Home Free never disappoints. Adam doing his thing and Tim's bass are amazing. Great beat for dancing like in the 60's.
man, the subtle percussion effects that Adam adds like the soft bass drum kicks etc...simply amazing, his dynamics and accuracy seem to constantly out due each other with every new release.
These boys are pure 🔥 🔥🔥
We know you recognize each of these guys for their outstanding talents and abilities. It is why I love to see your reactions. You GET IT.
They definitely upgraded the song from The Sing Off. It was Home Free and Shawn Stockman, Jewel, Nick Lachey and another guy I didn't know. Always enjoy watching your reaction to these guys.
Damn, I love Rob's singing. It's more than just his voice, it's the feeling.
I think this is one of the best things they have done. Love those bell tones behind Rob. Just gorgeous.
Soooo smooth. Just makes you want to sway and sing along. Special night for Home Free (11/08/23), first time walking the red carpet at the CMAs. (Saw a pic of them in coordinating black suits.) Austin mentioned on IG that he'd be walking it with the rest of the guys and then, again, with his wife, Amberly. He's had quite the year with his solo releases. Congrats to all of them!
Rob has had the lead in so many of Home Free’s songs and I love his voice. This one, however, did something different for me. For the first time I “got it” and understood why he is the favorite of so many. Thanks for another nice reaction Michael!
Your face says it all!
Cool reactions !
👍👍👍🇸🇪💕😎
Home Free did this Excellent Just Excellent. Loved BKing too!
Smooth as honey and just as sweet. Love this version from those amazing singers. Thanks for another great reaction my friend.
I love that fifth harmony from Adam Rupp during the breakdown and also on the last "Ooooo." It adds a lot to the arrangement. The handoffs between Austin and Rob are so smooth, too.
Just love this song. Always have. My son and I danced to John Lennon's version at his wedding. I couldn't stop smiling. ❤
Home Free took a classic song, which the original is wonderful, and made it a new classic, not taking away from the original. Wondering what Sing Off song will be released next week! Whichever it will be, I know they’ll do it justice and we’ll love it!
I swear they get better and better!! Can’t wait for you to see them live and really experience them. You will be blown away. Especially with Adam Rupp
They killed this. unreal.
"Don't get it twisted," - LOL, they've done it again!
Glad you got their rendition this is a mature version that these guys delivered.
❤ Love your reactions ❣ Every time 🤗
Thanks as always Syde Fry. Love you!!
Gospel Rob!!!!❤❤❤❤
They sound a little like Take Six here! ❤
HF often uses unexpected progressions - and I think that is part of their success.
They killed this classic ❤🎉
Always enjoy your reactions, sir. Thank you for posting this wonderful song!
I love your Home Free reactions!!! ❤
Love yuh Buddy❤ I'm going to see them later this month!!! Wish u were going....I know you'd have a ball. #homefries
Luv your reactions! Couldn't agree more.
You aren't the first that I've heard comment on how they changed the tone of the song; the other commenters have said the original (and many other versions) were a bit slower and, by comparison, with a hint of sadness and longing in the tone. But HF did it in a lighter tone of sweetness.
Stand By Me has overtaken Mayday for my favorite song. Wow!
Sincere reaction.
Brother Mike, after hearin a couple of Ur songs. I would most definitely love to hear Ur version of this true classic
Beautiful!
Don't know if you knew that they did this song with all of the judges on the sing off. If you can find that it would be awesome to see your reaction to it.❤❤
I have previously enjoyed your presentations of Home Free and I applaud their musicianship. But that was a long while ago as I don’t really have a strong appetite for A Capella. But as this song is well known I was intrigued to see what they’d do. Wonderful voices and musicianship again but I felt that they just lost contact with the lyrics. And if your version has got some grit, then please just go for it, we’d love to hear it and it’s not a competition anyway.
LOVE IT ❤❤❤❤❤
Just thought I'd make mention of the fact that, for the last few days....every single reactor I listen to....no matter who or when it was recorded....has the exact same number of Likes on their video. Two days ago it was 373....yesterday and today it has been 565. Everyone....every time. Is that normal....and I'm just now noticing it? Or it this kinda hinky?😮 I knew you'd like this. I always love your reactions.
That’s crazy
Love your personality and knowledge! You’re a great reactor!
Thank you so much 🤗
Great reaction! Great choice.
Great reaction
Great rxn as always
You need to see their new video of Cruise
#HomeFree #HomeFries
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Make your version, just maybe wait a month. It will be yours.