8 people are not patriots . Ray's version is so full of emotion and soul you can feel it ! THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA FOREVER FROM SEA TO SHINING SEA !
I am not that crazy about national theme (french man) but what can you do listening to Ray Charles but cry with emotion listening and watching a wealthy crowd standing up moved by this master. Notions of colors and political opinions knocked out by the music of a man. That means it's possible.
I just left a comment on Whitney doing the National Anthem and how incredible it was. This is too. Normally I don't like it when singers do their own version, so to speak. But Ray's version is so moving to me. I have to say that this is the best I've ever heard.
It's not that the Star Spangled Banner is a bad song -- it's just that this would make such a better national anthem. And the official version should always be a Ray Charles recording -- no one does it better. With all the problems we are facing, and all the partisan bickering that keeps us from getting anything done, it's hard to stay optimistic. Listening to this sure helps. Maybe if we required every American to listen to this once a day, we could solve any problem.
@rgjerde53 I totally agree with you, however if you knew the story of why we have the anthem we do now, it will change your mind a little. It's an awesome story!
"Fuck ray charles... I hate him for the fact that he has more cool in the tip of his pinky toe than there is in my whole body, I hate him for the fact that he's blind yet he kicks my ass at piano, I hate the fact that he had a much rougher up bringing than me and he still has 1000000000x more talent, humour & all round awesomeness than I ever will." NDUKA UZUAKPUNDU.
I love the Star Spangled Banner, but sometimes I wish this was our National Anthem! And I believe it should always be sung in the style of the late, great Ray Charles!
"God shed His Grace on thee, He crowned thy good, with brotherhood, from sea to shining sea."
How ironic...that sounds just like a broad description of the life and career of the incomparable Ray Charles himself. Perhaps that's why no one ever has nor ever will sing this song as well as he could. RIP Ray, and may God continue to bless our beloved America!!
Name one other country on the planet where a blind black child from the South could find an environment where his talents would be nurtured and praised to the point where his genius would be recognized and he would be rewarded with success. We all struggle, we all fail, and we all triumph. We are all a little bit of Ray Charles. America truly is beautiful.
fuck ray charles... I hate him for the fact that he has more cool in the tip of his pinky toe than there is in my whole body, I hate him for the fact that he's blind yet he kicks my ass at piano, I hate the fact that he had a much rougher up bringing than me and he still has 1000000000x more talent, humour & all round awesomeness than I ever will.
This is one of the most beautiful renditions of this song. I am greatful for Ray, and for all of those who were and are willing to sacrafice their tomorrows so that others might live to see theirs! God bless America and the Patriot who defends her
The most Wonderful and Heartfelt version of America the Beautiful I have ever heard. Ray Charles was Truly Inspired by God and his Love for America. May God continue to Bless America.
GREAT ARTIST , WITHOUT A DOUBT. TO BE BLIND HIS WHOLE LIFE AND ACCOMPLISH WHAT HE DID IS ABSOLUTELY AMAZING. MAY YOU REST IN PEACE SIR. YOUR LEGACY WILL LIVE FOREVER.
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though this man was a good singer the reason he was only mediocre was due to the fact he was spending too much time being an uncle tom...wanting to please white people and abandoning his fellow African Americans......much like Herman Cain and Allen West and Clarence Thomas...for that i must thumbs down sorry
@salmer666 he didnt play a show in Georgia due to a segregated audience! he did a lot for black americans, especially in that era. i dont see how you could see that?
America is Beautiful iv been north south east and west and have to say thare is alot to this land that not alot of people see. i been down to the far south of Texas to Florida all the way to main all the way to Washington state. and have also been to the far north of Canada to the south of mexico and just love this land we live on and more people need to see what we have up north and south it is by far the best i have seen. i just cant wait to be back home in Texas.
Hearing Ray sing this always blesses my heart and reminds me of some of the great things about our country. God has shed His grace on thee. We have men and women who volunteer every day to defend this country around the world knowing they are going in harms way and I love every one of them. I was an Infantry Company Commander in Viet nam and know how bad war is but these young and old folks do what must be done to keep us free. God bless the USA.
@JaySeinfeld Nothing wrong with being a Canadian, my state, Alaska, has a common border with Canada and I have Canadian friends. They are just as proud of their country as I am of mine. I think you are being overcome with the way Ray put his heart and soul into the song. Bet he could have done just a good a job sing ing "Oh Canada", you have a lot to be proud of being Canadia.
SCREW THE NATIONAL ANTHEM THAT GLORIFIES WAR-- I WAS THERE-- I SAVED, AND I KILLED, IT SUCKS= THIS SONG RULES-- AND IF THE IDIOTS IN CONGRESS HAD THE BALLS, THEY WOULD MAKE IT THE NATIONAL ANTHEM
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There are a LOT of inspirational messages from Bishop T.D Jakes, Bishop Noel Jones, Dr. Jamal Bryant, as well as complete episodes of my favorite TV shows like "TV One's Unsung", "I hate Chris" etc....You'll also find videos of my favorite music artist's like Marvin Gaye, Enchantment, Al Green & Gospel Music !
When I was growing up, Brother Ray was on the AM radio, singing country and western songs like "I Can't Stop Loving You." Then I heard "Hit the Road, Jack," and it changed my life. I experienced soul. America was one of his most performed pieces, and was always inspiring. With this orchestra, the strings add a real lushness. RIP, dear Ray Charles, and bless your soul.
When you get a minute check out my Video channel called:
"Kato's Music Room" @ vodpod dot com/katosmusicroom
There are a LOT of inspirational messages from Bishop T.D Jakes, Bishop Noel Jones, Dr. Jamal Bryant, as well as complete episodes of my favorite TV shows like "TV One's Unsung", "I hate Chris" etc....You'll also find videos of my favorite music artist's like Marvin Gaye, Enchantment, Al Green & Gospel Music !
Whites, blacks, latinos, asians, etc we all need to stick together because thats what being American is all about!!! Don't mess with the U.S.A. R.I.P. Ray Charles a true african American Hero!!!
Sorry, he was not an AfricanAmerican, he was a great American. There is not such thing as an African American, or Italian American, or Latin American, there is only one and is American.
Thumbs up if you know the one person that disliked this is a complete ***hole. Because he/she knew there were no dislikes at first. And by reading the comments they decided to be a complete ***hole!
This is the way this beautiful song was MEANT to be performed. Ray puts every bit of passion and reverence into this song that it richly deserves! Thank you Ray, and rest well.
This song sounds great because Ray sings it with heart. You don't truly appreciate the greatness of your country and your life until you've weathered hard times. Only when you've passed through those hard times can you truly appreciate the blessings bestowed upon us.
There was only one Ray Charles. There will not be another like him. While I have always loved this song, I have yet to hear any other version of it that makes the hair on my arms stand up in the manner that Brother Ray performed it..
May God bless America, and may He bless Ray Charles, as well.
As patriotic as it gets. Pure magic. The appreciation he shows the crowd when finished is so sincere and from the heart. I once heard someone tell a very wealthy person - Wow, your lucky, you can do anything in this world you want. His response was - No, I can't, I can never hear Ray Charles live in concert and I and there won't be another like him.
@peakock12341 Me too, peakock12341. His talent was definitely God- given and he utilized to the best of his amazing ability. Wouldn't it be wonderful if we all did the same? He was surely an inspiration for all Americans.
The only song which makes me cry every time. I want to thank all my men and especially to my brothers who did not come back home with us. I love you all and Rest In Peace.
I miss you Mr Ray Charles.......I grew up with you and all so many wonderful songs you sang, wrote, etc.......I always wanted to meet you but maybe in the next life....thank you Mr Charles. I love you and miss you alot.........................................when you passed I lost part of me.......
anyone else get goosebumps and overcome with emotion for our Country when he started singing?
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8 people are not patriots . Ray's version is so full of emotion and soul you can feel it ! THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA FOREVER FROM SEA TO SHINING SEA !
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I am not that crazy about national theme (french man) but what can you do listening to Ray Charles but cry with emotion listening and watching a wealthy crowd standing up moved by this master. Notions of colors and political opinions knocked out by the music of a man. That means it's possible.
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8 traitors dislike this song
danhtown1 2 weeks ago
Now its 8 people that suck ass. No one has ever sung this sung, and never will as perfectly as RAY...RIP.
The900Triumphrider 2 weeks ago
I wonder how ashamed Ray would be of Obama now?
LarryHarveyMusic 2 weeks ago
@LarryHarveyMusic ?? Way to get political over something simple and beautiful. What a douche. Shouldn't you be sucking Hannity off or something?
PRSouthern 2 weeks ago
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Not at all.
zhonni 2 days ago
I just left a comment on Whitney doing the National Anthem and how incredible it was. This is too. Normally I don't like it when singers do their own version, so to speak. But Ray's version is so moving to me. I have to say that this is the best I've ever heard.
Paminlp 3 weeks ago
This version of America is an absolute classic. Ain't no doubt about it.
arizonastrip73 3 weeks ago
7 commies dont like Ray or America! Move to China, commies!
danno131305 3 weeks ago
this song....makes me feel so proud to be american....
kayin4o8 3 weeks ago
What a beautiful song sung by a Great American Icon!!!
tedwyer 3 weeks ago
he is the original gangster
MrQuarintine 1 month ago
The best.
skiprydell1 1 month ago
This song reminds me of "The Sandlot" when Rodriguez puts on the P.F. Flyers to try and save the ball :) such a good movie.
ThatsWhackSauce 1 month ago
The Man, The Genius. Never heard him sing anything that was not MAGNIFICENT.
gfrob44 1 month ago
Well Done Ray!!!
vaughnmichael101 1 month ago
Ray wasn't blind. He could see in ways I wish we all could. Music is what gave him light..... Not bad ol'boy.... not bad. :)
nupster63 2 months ago 3
Greatness.
MegaAshboy 2 months ago
7 people have no hearts
supremedudeman 2 months ago
It's not that the Star Spangled Banner is a bad song -- it's just that this would make such a better national anthem. And the official version should always be a Ray Charles recording -- no one does it better. With all the problems we are facing, and all the partisan bickering that keeps us from getting anything done, it's hard to stay optimistic. Listening to this sure helps. Maybe if we required every American to listen to this once a day, we could solve any problem.
rgjerde53 2 months ago 8
@rgjerde53 I totally agree with you, however if you knew the story of why we have the anthem we do now, it will change your mind a little. It's an awesome story!
Indeejo 3 days ago
I wonder where the 7 who dislike this come from?
MrPiazzapizza 2 months ago
@MrPiazzapizza Al Queda
AshWtngtn 2 months ago
Ray was absolutely an American treasure. There will never be another like him.
jacknfla 2 months ago
Brings a tear to my eyes.
volz7513 2 months ago
Getting Goosebumps! Nobody sings it like Ray!
dobsonb67 2 months ago
RIP brother Ray,,,,The best rendition ever
joepall323 2 months ago
God bless all of you. God bless America. RIP brother Ray. You've left us a classic rendention of America The Beautiful.
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UZUAKPUNDU 2 months ago
I love the Star Spangled Banner, but sometimes I wish this was our National Anthem! And I believe it should always be sung in the style of the late, great Ray Charles!
taterberryman 2 months ago
Such a beautiful voice, from such a beautiful person. God Blessed you Ray, god blesses you and your true loving grace.
MrCoors68 2 months ago
Awesome!!
TheFlores9659 2 months ago
"God shed His Grace on thee, He crowned thy good, with brotherhood, from sea to shining sea."
How ironic...that sounds just like a broad description of the life and career of the incomparable Ray Charles himself. Perhaps that's why no one ever has nor ever will sing this song as well as he could. RIP Ray, and may God continue to bless our beloved America!!
atxav8r 2 months ago
Name one other country on the planet where a blind black child from the South could find an environment where his talents would be nurtured and praised to the point where his genius would be recognized and he would be rewarded with success. We all struggle, we all fail, and we all triumph. We are all a little bit of Ray Charles. America truly is beautiful.
DoctorJoystick 3 months ago
fuck ray charles... I hate him for the fact that he has more cool in the tip of his pinky toe than there is in my whole body, I hate him for the fact that he's blind yet he kicks my ass at piano, I hate the fact that he had a much rougher up bringing than me and he still has 1000000000x more talent, humour & all round awesomeness than I ever will.
Frobe1357 3 months ago
This is one of the most beautiful renditions of this song. I am greatful for Ray, and for all of those who were and are willing to sacrafice their tomorrows so that others might live to see theirs! God bless America and the Patriot who defends her
cmalachi1981 3 months ago
"who more more than self, their county loved.." those who are harming us have no love nor country..
Dewdaahman 3 months ago
Never have I heard a song emphasizing on the American Flag sung with such passion and sweetness.
TheIrvinlopez 3 months ago
The most Wonderful and Heartfelt version of America the Beautiful I have ever heard. Ray Charles was Truly Inspired by God and his Love for America. May God continue to Bless America.
Coprcon2 3 months ago
GREAT ARTIST , WITHOUT A DOUBT. TO BE BLIND HIS WHOLE LIFE AND ACCOMPLISH WHAT HE DID IS ABSOLUTELY AMAZING. MAY YOU REST IN PEACE SIR. YOUR LEGACY WILL LIVE FOREVER.
ElGuajiroify 3 months ago
I CAN'T BELIEVE THAT SO LITTLE NUMBER OF PEOPLE HAVE WATCHED THIS THERE SHOULD BE MORE,,,MILLIONS MORE
skidrowpimp1 3 months ago
This should be our National Anthem
bronc30td 3 months ago 3
@bronc30td Ditto!
Aleksandr2002 3 months ago
5 people suck major wank!
TheJbarre 3 months ago
Ray Charles is one of those artist you come over once in a life time
AccessDenied55 3 months ago
Almighty God. Ray Charles' version(s) of this song are beyond compare, just incredible and always brings tears to my eyes. Majestically spiritual.
MagicBiddie 3 months ago
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though this man was a good singer the reason he was only mediocre was due to the fact he was spending too much time being an uncle tom...wanting to please white people and abandoning his fellow African Americans......much like Herman Cain and Allen West and Clarence Thomas...for that i must thumbs down sorry
salmer666 3 months ago
@salmer666 you have got to be kidding...
thejayman09 3 months ago
@salmer666
What's your basis for that remark?????
onionrings60 3 months ago
@salmer666 he didnt play a show in Georgia due to a segregated audience! he did a lot for black americans, especially in that era. i dont see how you could see that?
CamBowen25 3 months ago
@salmer666 all I heard was "though wah wah wah wah wah wah wah wah wah wah wah wah wah wah wah wah sorry"
bronc30td 3 months ago
Ray Charles, the best at singing this song - ever.
kSPARTAN24 4 months ago 2
Awesome
cyndeewi 4 months ago
One of the Best Song About Our America , He left but still Here, Good Men Ray he Love his country and His people
1942santiago 4 months ago
in god we trust!
knoxicious 4 months ago
@knoxicious
NO
Skeletonwitharaygun 4 months ago
4 people suck ass
CypherThaProducer 4 months ago 21
@CypherThaProducer now is 7 suck ass
rollin77 2 months ago
only Ray Charles could have 115'000+ views and only 4 dislikes
Billadney 4 months ago
America is Beautiful iv been north south east and west and have to say thare is alot to this land that not alot of people see. i been down to the far south of Texas to Florida all the way to main all the way to Washington state. and have also been to the far north of Canada to the south of mexico and just love this land we live on and more people need to see what we have up north and south it is by far the best i have seen. i just cant wait to be back home in Texas.
dipinprint 4 months ago
This is the master at work.
djintheatl 4 months ago
Shivers down my spine every time
youknowstew 4 months ago
Beautiful America
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A++++++
que314 4 months ago
The man.! America sweet America
RonaldLipah 4 months ago
Thank You
rchs20 4 months ago
who the fuck accidentally bit the dislike button..lol
anaya805661 4 months ago
WOW !!!!
dora5132ify 4 months ago
Hearing Ray sing this always blesses my heart and reminds me of some of the great things about our country. God has shed His grace on thee. We have men and women who volunteer every day to defend this country around the world knowing they are going in harms way and I love every one of them. I was an Infantry Company Commander in Viet nam and know how bad war is but these young and old folks do what must be done to keep us free. God bless the USA.
steelepls 4 months ago
Well done... Semper Fi
highsierra1277 4 months ago 6
God Bless you Sir!
skydragon18ABN 4 months ago
Dislike? Really? You should be ashamed of yourself.
vinylvillela 4 months ago 2
My heart just grew one size larger.
Taric25 4 months ago 34
@Taric25 u should see a doctor
dennisrayso 4 months ago
@Taric25 7 COMMIES dont like it. Obama voters.
danno131305 2 months ago
Love this so much! I ain't even American!
lifeondaedge 4 months ago
@lifeondaedge I am russian. But damn, I love the f....g song!!!
Helom2009 4 months ago
@Helom2009 Pretty good english for a russian, whats your angle commie?
Billadney 4 months ago
@Billadney Now what the Hell man, that was uncalled for.
Ormagoden 4 months ago
Every time I hear this man, sing this song, I would give anything to have my passport show country of origin "USA" and not "Canada".
JaySeinfeld 4 months ago 2
@JaySeinfeld Nothing wrong with being a Canadian, my state, Alaska, has a common border with Canada and I have Canadian friends. They are just as proud of their country as I am of mine. I think you are being overcome with the way Ray put his heart and soul into the song. Bet he could have done just a good a job sing ing "Oh Canada", you have a lot to be proud of being Canadia.
wynsplc 4 months ago
One complete moron
splietz24 5 months ago
SCREW THE NATIONAL ANTHEM THAT GLORIFIES WAR-- I WAS THERE-- I SAVED, AND I KILLED, IT SUCKS= THIS SONG RULES-- AND IF THE IDIOTS IN CONGRESS HAD THE BALLS, THEY WOULD MAKE IT THE NATIONAL ANTHEM
caldercraft 5 months ago
This should be our national anthem, either this or God Bless America, no one can sing The Star Spangled banner.
aamix94 5 months ago
@aamix94 OK...You need to search Marvin Gaye and Beyonce Knowles.
welden00 5 months ago
I always get dust or something in my eye every time I hear him do this song.
trottheblackdog 5 months ago 2
For the one poor, wretched person who dare dislike this; May God have mercy on your soul. Amen.
Z51Chevy 5 months ago
1 dislike?
it seems bin laden had a youtubeaccount.
good thing that crappy motherfucker is dead
assanderyeah 5 months ago 2
GIVES ME COLD CHILLS BEAUTIFUL!!!
debzstuff62 5 months ago
NEVER FORGET 9/11
FitzgeraldIvy 5 months ago
1 person is a Terrorist!
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katofromgreenhornet 5 months ago
One word...UNEQUALLED!
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A true American Institution:Ray Charles!
DeedsResearcher 5 months ago
A true American Institution: Ray Charles!
DeedsResearcher 5 months ago
When I was growing up, Brother Ray was on the AM radio, singing country and western songs like "I Can't Stop Loving You." Then I heard "Hit the Road, Jack," and it changed my life. I experienced soul. America was one of his most performed pieces, and was always inspiring. With this orchestra, the strings add a real lushness. RIP, dear Ray Charles, and bless your soul.
gilbert20 5 months ago
Our Second National Anthem ! 9/11 Yeah !
liudp1 6 months ago
Ray Charles is the greatest! :)
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katofromgreenhornet 6 months ago
Great Songs of the Millennium
786vinay 6 months ago
And no one can top Ray Charles' rendition!
BigLarry1950 6 months ago
Wanna know what a "real American" looks like? Look no further.
deedeethekingofqns 6 months ago
i saw brother ray in1977 at subic bay @ MARINE CORPS enlisted birthday ball been a big fan everysince. pure genius R.i.P.
ramrod555 6 months ago
Ohhhh Beautiful.....
knockout1981pro 6 months ago
beautiful song. beautiful soul. RIP Ray. Your music will never stop blessing people :)
alalalalala9101 6 months ago
who is this knuckle head that did not like this peace. please e-mail me with some kind of explanation
bandawe999 6 months ago
Never seen a Ray Charles vid with with more than 5 dislikes he is truely loved
stevecastro123123 6 months ago
proud asian american sing america please take a look
waggietoo 6 months ago
No one does it like Brother Ray. Thank God he passed this way. We certainly enjoyed him while he was here.
RogerCharlesCourtney 6 months ago
i love this song and version. i got the chills.
Beargirl50 6 months ago
I got chills...
jcmenetre 7 months ago
Whites, blacks, latinos, asians, etc we all need to stick together because thats what being American is all about!!! Don't mess with the U.S.A. R.I.P. Ray Charles a true african American Hero!!!
Gernadesmasher69 7 months ago 2
@Gernadesmasher69
Sorry, he was not an AfricanAmerican, he was a great American. There is not such thing as an African American, or Italian American, or Latin American, there is only one and is American.
God Bless America
NDiGiovanniLLC 6 months ago
HAD I DISLIKE OF THIS SONG PERFORMED BY ONE OF THE GREATEST ARTIST TO THEM I SAY LEAVE US AND GO SOMEWHERE ELSE!!!
debzstuff62 7 months ago
Thumbs up if you know the one person that disliked this is a complete ***hole. Because he/she knew there were no dislikes at first. And by reading the comments they decided to be a complete ***hole!
knockout1981pro 7 months ago
My only complaint is that it makes me cry at the office.
shibotu 7 months ago
Absolutely loved Ray Charles, his love of music and ability to bring it life.. he was an amazing man.
michiganmom3 7 months ago
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iloveforeigncars 7 months ago 2
im proud as hell to be an american. and if you are not get the fuck out!!!!
macdawn2003 7 months ago 3
fkin awesome!! all i can say.
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I never get tired of hearing Ray's voice he is the best
TweetyNsnoop25 7 months ago
I never get tired of hearing Ray's voice
TweetyNsnoop25 7 months ago 2
This is the way this beautiful song was MEANT to be performed. Ray puts every bit of passion and reverence into this song that it richly deserves! Thank you Ray, and rest well.
EPBPGrad 7 months ago
AMERICA AMERICA I AM TRUELY MOVED GOD BLESS RAY PEACE BROTHER........................ FROM A.O CHICAGO
123456789034038 7 months ago
No one can do it better.
MrFreebirdIII 7 months ago
No one will ever sing America the Beautiful any better than Ray did.
7927jackpark 7 months ago
No one else in this Universe will ever sing this song better than Ray Charles!
Alicia Keys came close but she got some help from Ray Charles.
Vinniemaclaker 7 months ago
I just destroyed the replay button.
bevarts 8 months ago
Ray! You were the best!
MrDogmandont 8 months ago
I love you America
abelincoln1809 8 months ago
No dislikes! Because Ray Charles is just that amazing and America is just that beautiful (:
OstrichChick 8 months ago 4
This should be our national anthem!
suhiir 8 months ago 4
Nobody does this song better than Ray...
TheWonderest 8 months ago 3
:' )
trav1971 8 months ago 2
Noone does it better
evestar100 8 months ago 3
Ray Charles is and was America.
acajudi100 8 months ago 3
As a vet and from a family of vets, this rendition moves me. No one will ever perform this song with as much heart as Ray Charles did.
kenskin64 8 months ago 4
"Nobody did it better."
thejoser 8 months ago 3
This song sounds great because Ray sings it with heart. You don't truly appreciate the greatness of your country and your life until you've weathered hard times. Only when you've passed through those hard times can you truly appreciate the blessings bestowed upon us.
hns123192 8 months ago 2
Love it!
MrsRicky 8 months ago
There was only one Ray Charles. There will not be another like him. While I have always loved this song, I have yet to hear any other version of it that makes the hair on my arms stand up in the manner that Brother Ray performed it..
May God bless America, and may He bless Ray Charles, as well.
abcomatic 8 months ago 4
As patriotic as it gets. Pure magic. The appreciation he shows the crowd when finished is so sincere and from the heart. I once heard someone tell a very wealthy person - Wow, your lucky, you can do anything in this world you want. His response was - No, I can't, I can never hear Ray Charles live in concert and I and there won't be another like him.
DavGarner 8 months ago
I get to play this arrangement tomorrow morning at church. I can't wait. Thanks, Mr. Charles!
natecoon 8 months ago
@natecoon I hope it went well for you.
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kenskin64 8 months ago
RIP Ray. God Bless America.
kimberlykline31 8 months ago 10
I cry when i listen to this song :'(
R.I.P
graspingflo 8 months ago 5
I CANT watch this video with out tearing up. Look up amazingly beautiful in the dictionary and you get a 2 page spread of this right here!!!!
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olblackman 8 months ago
Легендарный человек!!!!!!!
mishasabino 8 months ago
This is the only video I have come across that has no dislikes...O_O amazing
oOiFreakyOo 8 months ago 10
@oOiFreakyOo oops now there's one idiot that put a dislike!!
warhorse5076 4 months ago
@oOiFreakyOo Sadly, someone has now found a way to dislike this video. I'm not sure HOW you can dislike this, but apparently someone does.
Oldiesmann 4 months ago
So beautiful that people don't even leave negative comments.
crimsoncontracting 8 months ago 3
awesum wish i had talent like that
peakock12341 9 months ago 2
@peakock12341 Me too, peakock12341. His talent was definitely God- given and he utilized to the best of his amazing ability. Wouldn't it be wonderful if we all did the same? He was surely an inspiration for all Americans.
meekandbold 8 months ago 2
awesum
peakock12341 9 months ago
What a marvelous gift to the world this man was. He is sorely missed.
spiceee1 9 months ago
Awesome. that is all i can say
MysteryMaverick 9 months ago
SANDLOT FTW!!!
canudigit97 9 months ago
in love of memories Ray Charles we miss u!! :(
artbbrain 9 months ago
The only song which makes me cry every time. I want to thank all my men and especially to my brothers who did not come back home with us. I love you all and Rest In Peace.
YuNgMuN04 9 months ago
Good Stuff!
Amtonja 9 months ago
man!!! ray is one cool cat!!!
poker4080 10 months ago
I miss you Mr Ray Charles.......I grew up with you and all so many wonderful songs you sang, wrote, etc.......I always wanted to meet you but maybe in the next life....thank you Mr Charles. I love you and miss you alot.........................................when you passed I lost part of me.......
flyultra4443 10 months ago
This song is very appropriate for today!
sadhappygrrl 10 months ago 2
Sings the 2nd verse 1st, then goes to the 1st
The man, he's cool, too cool, tree cool!
Fillistar 10 months ago
America the Beautiful. I love it, no other song inspires more pride on about this country. From sea to shining sea.
If you do not like it, please feel free to leave.
lfgranes 11 months ago 58