As the Fifth Year Anniversary approaches, my tears now fill and ocean, my pain as deep; I rest on "Hope" and "Faith," that this Beautiful Prince, is Running With The Wind, in Heaven's Winner's Circle," with all his pals... "I SHALL LOVE YOU ETERNALLY, BARBARO!" XO
thank you so much for this video - I can't believe it's been so long, seems like only yesterday that Barbaro left - he is still thought of and missed and will always be a Champion. The song is one of my favourites and I truly think you did a wonderful job on this video. We have a retired racer (now 23), he raced from 2 years old to 5 years old with several wins. He likes this song and I sing it to him often while grooming.
I have the utmost respect for the owners, they tried their very very best to save barbaro, but in the end their compassion for his life vs. his suffering was greater. God bless the owners for their efforts and coutless dollars to save his life, as i know many an owner would have put their horse down immediately. But God bless the horse for his inspiration, even for a horse, he left a huge impact on the humans that know his name.
Rest in Peace, I know you are in God's green pasture now Barbaro
Absoultely beautiful video. I love horses. They are so spirited and have alot of energy. My Uncle and Cousin are both ex-jockeys. My cousin works as an excercise boy and also trains horses for the Santa Anita racetrack. Nothing more beautiful than seeing a horse do what they do naturally. I have fallen in love with black stallions. I live in Louisville, KY and love going to churchill downs. Thanks so much.
BARBARO was great horse i cried when he got hurt and anytime i see him i tear up. He is running with the roses over him with his friends Secretariat Seattle Slew Afirmed and Eight Bells. Miss you BIG GUY!
Goodbye Barbaro. I will miss you, you gave me hope during a time when I needed it most and when nothing else could make me feel like
"Things will get better"
I love him so much for the hope he made me feel. A beautiful Thoroughbred, who left the US too early.
May he Rest in the Greatest of Peace and run free with God by his side along the most magnificent track,a track God himself created and made perfectly.
one of the few horses you can call a true champion...Very few horses have the heart and determination as this horse had...He will truly be missed...BUT never forgotten...rest in peace..you ARE a true champion.....
I loved that horse. I used to own race horses and my favorite one was named Twister, he looked very much like Barbaro. this song always makes me have to catch a tear running down my cheek. Twister won his last race but with a broken leg and an 80 percent bleed...like Barbaro, my Twister had heart! He lives on a farm and does as he pleases now and he is fat. Thank you for sharing one of Dan's songs that catches the essence of the love of these animals and what they are capable of.
At 54 years of age I still cry at the heartbreak of it all. But I take a small comfort in knowing that Big Red was waiting at the Rainbow Bridge for Barbaro. RIP old, friend, RIP.
Beautiful......He was so brave and beautiful......a true champion.....Once a Kentucky Derby Champion always a Kentucky Derby Champion......R.I.P........The world has not ...nor ever will...forget you....
I get shivers every time I play this video. I like to think that Dan Fogelberg is up in Heaven singing his beautiful songs to Barbaro and Eight Belles and all of the other beautiful horses that have crossed the Rainbow Bridge. Thank you for creating something that touches my soul. RIP beauties
What a beautiful Tribute to the great Barbaro,, Dan Folgelberg wrote this song from his heart,, I know they are riding together in God's country,,, thank you for posting this lovely video!
As much as I love this song, and this vid, I can't get it out of my head that it is wrong for us to make majestic animals "perform" to our liking or expectation...
Though horses never use words, they speak to us. Sometimes, we forget to listen. And this might of been one of those times. Maybe Barbaro's tragedy finally made us stop and realize what we should have heard all along. Run Free Barbaro...you deserve it.
o wow they do love to preform, but they love to be free, they love companionship and for i am a person who has ridden a horse and does like horses, i know what is good for them. horses do not starve in the wild they have lots of food. they were built to be tough like that. There not wooses.
To those of you that love horses,but have never owned or ridden,etc,let me explain to you that most horses absolutely love to perform,and it's much kinder for them to lead the life of a show or race horse and receive top notch care and love,then to be roaming wild and starving..
Absolutley True. I Love Barbaro with all my Heart. The horse that changed my life for ever! He will always with me. He has three beautiful brothers here and they are so darn perfect. Nice Video.
What an exquisite video and tribute. What a great horse. He will always be remembered and hold a place in all of our hearts. Future horses will benefit from the knowledge the medical professional gained while fighting so hard to save this awesome horse.
My Riding instructor her Horse Jack is the grandson of Man O' War . He is a real sweet, loving and gentle Horse. He didn't have the heart for racing like his grandfather but he is loves to get loved more. I wish I knew Barbaro.
Thats so cool! My horse is the grand son of a famouse horse named Supreme Sulten. he is an american saddlebred though. its cool. he was a 5 time world champion horse. and my horses father is named Supreme Heir and he was a 2 time world champion. And so my horses mother is a 4 time world champion. Hope my horse will be as good! I love my horse so much! He is named Heir Walk. IT is so cool.
I created this video for the people who loved and enjoyed watching the career of Barbaro. I have deleted comments from certain people who seems to me are trying to start arguments. If these certain people continue to post comments trying to start something I will block you. To those that have enjoyed this video I say thank you!
You created this video?!Q I know that Dan is smiling! He captured this race and your video captured our heart . .Barbaro! I still his blue band. Dan never met Barbaro here on earth but they have met on the rainbow bridge!
@TxLady4485 i followed beautiful and gifted horse s career no question in my mind he would have won the triple crown. he was unbeatable. i t will be a long time before we see another one like him may he rest in peace
Animals impact people's lived drastically. All over the world. Animals have a very nice way of showing affection and love. All animals are great companions because they will love you no matter what you do, act, or look like. They wont judge you like a person would and they will never leave your side for someone else. They become very attachted to the person who loves them. This is why so many people look at animals as Heros, legends, and simply Inspiration.
you ever think that maybe Barbaro was a hero because of who he was? We're in a war right now and usually something besides a person can have a greater impact on someone. He inspired people and if you look at the date of when this video was posted, you'll see he had just died a few days before. So this person was puting this video up in his honor. type in Dan Fogelberg and i'm sure you'll find a video in his honor too. Barbaro captivaded a nation and the hearts of every horse fan out there. :)
What a beautiful video. This tribute does my boy proud. Barbaro was a one in a million horse that I doubt will ever be seen again. I have to admit though, seeing Big Brown almost makes me wonder if he carries Barbaro's spirit. Too many similarities to be coincidence. These animals are a true gift and are to be treated with the utmost in dignity and respect. My days have been so much brighter, and I have these beautiful animals to thank for that.
All I can say is...WOW!! Beautiful video...with all the hype surrounding Big Brown and the Triple Crown( and he is a fantastic horse), I still feel sad wondering what might of been with Barbaro...I can't hold back the tears...
This one is for the amazing filly, Eight Belles. I know you're up there with Barbaro, Secretariat, Seattle Slew, Affirmed, and Sea Biscuit running, playing, and chewing on Kentucky bluegrass, apples, and carrots in God's great pasture.
The Kentucky Derby this afternoon and my heart aches for you....BARBARO! You captured so many hearts....You gave such hope and you still do....You had courage and beauty and a one of a kind horse. Wishing race horses would not race so young before mature. Wish they would give more distance between races. Beautiful tribute!
I just hope those who race honor their horses even in defeat. Barbaro...I miss you and love this song and tribute to you.
I miss my boy...I have seen lots of races and great horses. Barbaro's performance in the derby was the biggest beaten I have ever seen. He made the rest of the field look like 5,000 dolla claimers.RIP my horse. It is noy time for pyro to win tomorrow!
i loved barbro he was the best horse ssomeone could ever had i wish he was my horse i love this song my mom played everyday during the kentucky derby when she was little i wish barbo was still here rip barbro u will always be loved
your right you dont know about thoroughbreds unless you race them. There born to run barbaro was only happy When the wind was in his mane and the dust flying in the horses behind him!
And if the horses themselves don't make a big name for themselves after their racing career, most get sent off the slaughterhouse. Some don't even get that chance. If they don't run fast enough at say, three, they get packed off to the exotic resturant. Horseracing is not a happy-little-girl's sport, but neither is it totally barbic. The owner just needs to be educated about equines and proper care of their animals.
Yes, that's right: grooms. Most grooms mistreat theyr charges from spraying them in the faces while at the wash racks, to grabbing their ears and dragging their heads down in order to get the bridle on.*
R.I.P Barbaro and Dan. Racing is not cruelty, I'm a strapper. The horses love to race, unforntunately the other day one of the horses I work with did a tendon, it's sad watching him watch the other horses being worked and pacing up and down his stable because he himself wants to be worked. Most racehorses love what they do, they wouldn't run as fast as they do if hey didn't. It's what they are bred to do it's in their blood but unfortunately accidents happen.
My mom had a horse who raced and it got hurt and couldnt run anymore so it just gave up...its not cruelty to some horses its their life, its what they love to do it would be cruel to depribe them of their pleasure...
I know what you mean about not REALLY knowing thoroughbreds until you actually meet one, my friend has one who just LOVES to run ALL the time, he's so funny too
To people who right comments about animal cruelty have no idea what you are talking about. Unless you have been around the breed thoroughbred horse, they are bred to run and they love it. Unfortuantely bad accidents happen to animals, people,etc.. It is the hard part of life..Barbaro was only happy when he was on the track
The horses especially the ones of Barbaro's pedigree and stature live better lives then the people who care for them. If you take two or more horses and put them in a field or even put them on a track sans jockey and starting gate, they would race, it's in their blood, it's what they do. Many horses have suffered the same injury in the fields and pastures, but you don't hear about it because the horses weren't of the same stature as Barbaro or because it didn't happen live on national TV.
It is not cruelty to let throughbreds do what they love which is running. You are cruel if you think they shouldn't be ableto do what they live for. It's their life. Not what they have to do. It's what they want to do. Have you ever been near a throuhbred? If you have then you would know how much heart and courage and spirit they have. It depends on the jockey, trainer, and owner to not hurt that spirit and love for the race.
Tonight my friend I will make a toast to innocence and to the leader of of the band. Now it is your turn to join the dance. God Speed. You were both heros who died too young. Thanks for the memories.
That can be the best comfort for us now. Maybe Dan is riding Barbaro across the green meadows of Heaven, and they're both dancing forever. As a 6 year old, this song made me realize what it means to give everything for a dream. I have to sign off now before I start to cry again. I love you Dan.
he was such an amazing horse, and the sad thing is he was doing so well, i still cry when i see him but at least we know he's in a better place, An amazing tribute to a truly amazing aminal, may he rest in peace. And i believe he is still running for the roses, just a little higher than the rest of them.
...LUV IT ! ...Still a GREAT VIDEO ! Thanks for Showing BARBARO'S 'BLOOD-LINES'.I See that BARBARO Was a 'MR. PROSPECTOR' BRED ... So is 'UNDOCUMENTED' my 3yr old NY Bred.. See Ya' @ SARATOGA SPRINGS ...Where BARBARO Would've loved to Race ! ...BOSTON JACK !
This song was written for Barbaro, even if Dan Fogelberg didn't know it at the time. It was Barbaro's "chance of a lifetime in a lifetime of a chance." You did a wonderful job in this tribute to a truly great horse, brings tears every time I watch it. Thank you. . .
Beautiful tribute to Barbaro! The horse in general can be a real powerhouse when asked to perform,....But yet they are so gentle, loving & very forgiving!......."God Bless Our Faithful Companions"!
what a wonderful tribute for a wonderful horse, you're a REAL CHAMPION BARBARO..,yes it's true we must give a credit too, on Barbaro's jockey E.Prado... best kentucky derby i've seen..GO run with the CHAMPION BARBARO...Good Luck to the connection of Barbaro.
This is a very beautiful video.Barbaro was a great horse who fought the good fight to the very end and has now gone to a better place.He runs free now alongside other great race horses such as Secretariat in the beautiful pastures of green in Heaven.
Don't forget Prado, he saved him! He is the unsung hero. He gave us months to know Barbaro, "if tears could of cured him then he would be well" said by Dr. Richardson after Prado visit. Prado, You are a true hero
Wonderful video! I cried the whole time. Barbaro has crossed the Rainbow Bridge where he has joined many of the other great race horses of our time. God Speed Barbaro and may we see you again when its our time to come up to heaven's gates
God Speed to Barbaro. May God watch over the connections of Barbaro. Barbaro shall have a huge legacy to pass down. May the track surfaces be improved and may the grueling triple crown format be reexamined to allow more time between the long derby and the long preakness for these young colts. And may Am. Horses no longer be treated cruelly by slaughter houses and those very cruel slaughter horse transporters.
8 months after injurying his rear leg in a triple break, Barbaro has gone on to try and win Heavens races. Barbaro you gave everything you had while in mortal form. You were much loved and will be much missed.
What a wonderful tribute. We can relate all too well with this loss. I know the owners, trainers and all involved with this wonderful horse will cherish their memories.
As the Fifth Year Anniversary approaches, my tears now fill and ocean, my pain as deep; I rest on "Hope" and "Faith," that this Beautiful Prince, is Running With The Wind, in Heaven's Winner's Circle," with all his pals... "I SHALL LOVE YOU ETERNALLY, BARBARO!" XO
carolmarano 2 weeks ago
beautiful
sunlinesusie 4 months ago
I will always love you Barbaro.
KiddGadget 7 months ago
thank you so much for this video - I can't believe it's been so long, seems like only yesterday that Barbaro left - he is still thought of and missed and will always be a Champion. The song is one of my favourites and I truly think you did a wonderful job on this video. We have a retired racer (now 23), he raced from 2 years old to 5 years old with several wins. He likes this song and I sing it to him often while grooming.
lauralbriar 8 months ago
barbaro was a true champion. there can be no doubt that he would have won the triple crown. his loss was, and continues to be, devastating
iamjumbo 9 months ago
He was so wonderful.
Zayrina 9 months ago
I have the utmost respect for the owners, they tried their very very best to save barbaro, but in the end their compassion for his life vs. his suffering was greater. God bless the owners for their efforts and coutless dollars to save his life, as i know many an owner would have put their horse down immediately. But God bless the horse for his inspiration, even for a horse, he left a huge impact on the humans that know his name.
Rest in Peace, I know you are in God's green pasture now Barbaro
zdv183 9 months ago
R.I.P Barbaro you showed the world that you were a champion!!!
ModenWarfareGurl 11 months ago
Absoultely beautiful video. I love horses. They are so spirited and have alot of energy. My Uncle and Cousin are both ex-jockeys. My cousin works as an excercise boy and also trains horses for the Santa Anita racetrack. Nothing more beautiful than seeing a horse do what they do naturally. I have fallen in love with black stallions. I live in Louisville, KY and love going to churchill downs. Thanks so much.
iscrca 11 months ago
The New baby's name is Margano
SportDogg2008 1 year ago
BARBARO was great horse i cried when he got hurt and anytime i see him i tear up. He is running with the roses over him with his friends Secretariat Seattle Slew Afirmed and Eight Bells. Miss you BIG GUY!
TroyRichards 1 year ago
I thank you but I cried.Sad how it goes for his famaily.But they are very special you know.
7466309change 1 year ago
Goodbye Barbaro. I will miss you, you gave me hope during a time when I needed it most and when nothing else could make me feel like
"Things will get better"
I love him so much for the hope he made me feel. A beautiful Thoroughbred, who left the US too early.
May he Rest in the Greatest of Peace and run free with God by his side along the most magnificent track,a track God himself created and made perfectly.
BreyerLoverHorsie78 1 year ago
But every great champion faces the day,
When no more contenders stand in their way.
When no more mountains, exist for to move,
When finally, at last, there is nothing to prove.
With all of his races on earth finally done,
This bold, gallant hero continues to run.
With Big Red, Slew and Affirmed by his side,
His legacy: Hope! Barbaro did provide.
GallopRacer04 1 year ago
one of the few horses you can call a true champion...Very few horses have the heart and determination as this horse had...He will truly be missed...BUT never forgotten...rest in peace..you ARE a true champion.....
sully954 1 year ago
did you hear that cracking noise at 1:42 , well that was my heart breaking... <3 luv ya now and 4eva big boy!! <3
twilightnoodle1 1 year ago
I hated it when Barbaro passed. It was the sameday that my paint horse died to. But I'll see them again someday up in heaven
BreyerLoverHorsie78 1 year ago
Thanks for the video...very touching!
lillatmd 1 year ago
I loved that horse. I used to own race horses and my favorite one was named Twister, he looked very much like Barbaro. this song always makes me have to catch a tear running down my cheek. Twister won his last race but with a broken leg and an 80 percent bleed...like Barbaro, my Twister had heart! He lives on a farm and does as he pleases now and he is fat. Thank you for sharing one of Dan's songs that catches the essence of the love of these animals and what they are capable of.
Ginagirl1263 1 year ago
Thank you for such a touching tribute to a great racehorse.
LadyKR82 1 year ago
Thank you sooooooo much for this video....
I cried thru it entirely.
when I first heard this song, way back when, I never thought I would be able to put a 'horses face' to the memory...
Barbaro touched the deepest recesses of my heart, (as he did millions)
Thank you for this tribute to such a beautiful, strong and courageous being.
RIP Barbaro, I know the grass is sooooooo much sweeter where you are today.
theatercatz 1 year ago
At 54 years of age I still cry at the heartbreak of it all. But I take a small comfort in knowing that Big Red was waiting at the Rainbow Bridge for Barbaro. RIP old, friend, RIP.
horseangels 1 year ago
Wonderful tribute to the Champion Barbaro.
We will never forget..
SuperAksarben 1 year ago
Dear One:
Thank you so much for this video. Brings back such wonderful memories.
All Love
Padme A'Tea
Padme729 1 year ago
Beautiful......He was so brave and beautiful......a true champion.....Once a Kentucky Derby Champion always a Kentucky Derby Champion......R.I.P........The world has not ...nor ever will...forget you....
AnimalsRock4Love 1 year ago
RIP Brave, beautiful Barbaro.
Brenda2OOO 1 year ago
I get shivers every time I play this video. I like to think that Dan Fogelberg is up in Heaven singing his beautiful songs to Barbaro and Eight Belles and all of the other beautiful horses that have crossed the Rainbow Bridge. Thank you for creating something that touches my soul. RIP beauties
shaniasmom 1 year ago
he was born on the 29th and die on the 29th, that's odd?
DeerJumper101 1 year ago
One heck of a athlete.. He is sorely missed. Now he is running at Rainbow Bridge, where we all will beable to meet him someday.
pitpuglady 1 year ago
What a beautiful Tribute to the great Barbaro,, Dan Folgelberg wrote this song from his heart,, I know they are riding together in God's country,,, thank you for posting this lovely video!
JustAnnie51 1 year ago
So Beautiful -
RIP dear Barbaro
Thank you for posting this beautiful tribute!
LizBronson 1 year ago
I love you Barbaro.
Norasusan 1 year ago
Amen to that...
LadyKR82 1 year ago
As much as I love this song, and this vid, I can't get it out of my head that it is wrong for us to make majestic animals "perform" to our liking or expectation...
judyview 1 year ago
We will never forget thee Barbaro
EquestrianGirl4ever 1 year ago
I love this song so much; but I hate human control over the majestic Horse.
judyview 2 years ago
If you can watch this without tearing up, you're not a horse person.
centerstage28 2 years ago
no i'm human and i can;t imagine the pain his owners feal now 'i put my 16 yr old westie down 2 yrs ago and it still hurts
934johno 2 years ago
@centerstage28 AMEN!!! From one horseperson to another...thank you!
LadyKR82 1 year ago
@centerstage28 Amen, fellow horse person!
LadyKR82 1 year ago
This is amazing i love this song!
HMJ0997 2 years ago
Such beauty lost. He certaintly was knocking at the door of Secretariat, Man O'War and Seattle Slew. I only wish we could have seen him longer.
MelC1954 2 years ago
Though horses never use words, they speak to us. Sometimes, we forget to listen. And this might of been one of those times. Maybe Barbaro's tragedy finally made us stop and realize what we should have heard all along. Run Free Barbaro...you deserve it.
ForeverInLuvRA 2 years ago
Barbaro wasnt just a horse he was a part of all of us
RIP Barbaro
micatsimba 2 years ago
Thank you for posting this video i have a video like it on my other account number8barbaro R.i.P barbaro i love you.
buddy767emily 2 years ago
Such a beautiful tribute to such a wonderful horse. As a horse owner and lover this really touches my heart.
dennybro1 2 years ago
What a beautiful horse!
deepbreakfast1960 2 years ago
This video is so sad!! Barbaro was so beautiful!! Rest in peace big boy!!
heelsfantim 2 years ago
Oh my God!!! Awesome...touched my heart. Thank you soooooo much!
rrochaful 2 years ago
and if he wasnt a race horse this never would hav happened would it
kassielittl3kay 2 years ago
o wow they do love to preform, but they love to be free, they love companionship and for i am a person who has ridden a horse and does like horses, i know what is good for them. horses do not starve in the wild they have lots of food. they were built to be tough like that. There not wooses.
kassielittl3kay 2 years ago
To those of you that love horses,but have never owned or ridden,etc,let me explain to you that most horses absolutely love to perform,and it's much kinder for them to lead the life of a show or race horse and receive top notch care and love,then to be roaming wild and starving..
diamondkal 2 years ago
I agree i am learning to ride Horse back. I love Horses and want to rescue them all breed and the Race Horses Thoroughbreds.
Sabrinacat1 2 years ago
@Sabrinacat1 There are a number of organizations where you can adopt ex racehorses for free or little cost.
LadyKR82 1 year ago
Absolutley True. I Love Barbaro with all my Heart. The horse that changed my life for ever! He will always with me. He has three beautiful brothers here and they are so darn perfect. Nice Video.
naturesroses 2 years ago
What an exquisite video and tribute. What a great horse. He will always be remembered and hold a place in all of our hearts. Future horses will benefit from the knowledge the medical professional gained while fighting so hard to save this awesome horse.
cheryljane 2 years ago
Right on. Barbaro is a permanent fixture in my heart.
rosesandrainbows 2 years ago
2:26-2:34-
I LOVE IT!
ruffian271 2 years ago
My Riding instructor her Horse Jack is the grandson of Man O' War . He is a real sweet, loving and gentle Horse. He didn't have the heart for racing like his grandfather but he is loves to get loved more. I wish I knew Barbaro.
Sabrinacat1 3 years ago
Thats so cool! My horse is the grand son of a famouse horse named Supreme Sulten. he is an american saddlebred though. its cool. he was a 5 time world champion horse. and my horses father is named Supreme Heir and he was a 2 time world champion. And so my horses mother is a 4 time world champion. Hope my horse will be as good! I love my horse so much! He is named Heir Walk. IT is so cool.
ruffian271 2 years ago
I created this video for the people who loved and enjoyed watching the career of Barbaro. I have deleted comments from certain people who seems to me are trying to start arguments. If these certain people continue to post comments trying to start something I will block you. To those that have enjoyed this video I say thank you!
TxLady4485 3 years ago
THANK YOU. It is beautiful. One of the best I have ever seen.
rosesandrainbows 2 years ago
You created this video?!Q I know that Dan is smiling! He captured this race and your video captured our heart . .Barbaro! I still his blue band. Dan never met Barbaro here on earth but they have met on the rainbow bridge!
Gretadavon 2 years ago
@TxLady4485 . THANK YOU this is absolutely beautiful.........steve
SteveinMASS 1 year ago
@TxLady4485 i followed beautiful and gifted horse s career no question in my mind he would have won the triple crown. he was unbeatable. i t will be a long time before we see another one like him may he rest in peace
ironrick46 1 year ago
SEE 'Bloodline' Chart @ 2:20 of this video... 'Mr.Prospector' + is the same "Grand-sire" to Doc !
LUCKYBROOKS 3 years ago
Horses are magestic animals. Humans containing them for sport is sick.
judyview 3 years ago
what's really sad is that the filly eight bells had it ALOT worse than barbaro. But he did fight to live for so long. :*(
annathefruitloop 3 years ago
he was not just a horse he was like a hero 2 all of us
ladyspurs12 3 years ago
Animals impact people's lived drastically. All over the world. Animals have a very nice way of showing affection and love. All animals are great companions because they will love you no matter what you do, act, or look like. They wont judge you like a person would and they will never leave your side for someone else. They become very attachted to the person who loves them. This is why so many people look at animals as Heros, legends, and simply Inspiration.
Plenilune8088 3 years ago 2
I agree animals are unselfish when it comes to love and devotion.
Sabrinacat1 3 years ago
Let's not forget the songwriter, the fabulous Dan Fogelberg! God bless him and Barbaro.
54spiritedwill54 3 years ago 3
you ever think that maybe Barbaro was a hero because of who he was? We're in a war right now and usually something besides a person can have a greater impact on someone. He inspired people and if you look at the date of when this video was posted, you'll see he had just died a few days before. So this person was puting this video up in his honor. type in Dan Fogelberg and i'm sure you'll find a video in his honor too. Barbaro captivaded a nation and the hearts of every horse fan out there. :)
BaileyJane23 3 years ago 2
Thank you!!!! finaly some one who understands that this horse was amazing.
ruffian271 3 years ago
Nice Job .... We thank You !
LUCKYBROOKS 3 years ago
What a sweet dedication to a wonderful and beautiful horse! He is greatly missed!
amcontreras76 3 years ago
awesome video! i love and miss barbaro so much he was the best horse in the world and i will never forget him he will live i my heart forever!
R.I.P BIG BOY I LOVE YOU NOW AND FOREVER
barbaroluver1996 3 years ago 3
watching this video brings tears to my eyes--REST IN PEACE MY FRIEND-REST IN PEACE.
charlie47130 3 years ago
mine 2
barbaroluver1996 3 years ago
go to alexbrownracing
This is the top horse site in the world where all things equine are discussed.
FOREVER BARBARO
END HORSE SLAUGHTER
EndHorseSlaughter2 3 years ago
I've watched this video so many times and I still find myself near tears.
foolishpleasure75 3 years ago
Great video. That song is one of my favorites.
angel06flyboy 3 years ago
What a beautiful video. This tribute does my boy proud. Barbaro was a one in a million horse that I doubt will ever be seen again. I have to admit though, seeing Big Brown almost makes me wonder if he carries Barbaro's spirit. Too many similarities to be coincidence. These animals are a true gift and are to be treated with the utmost in dignity and respect. My days have been so much brighter, and I have these beautiful animals to thank for that.
BarbarosDerby132 3 years ago
Barbaro was the best horse!
Ruffian who???
BarbaroSUPERSTAR 3 years ago
All I can say is...WOW!! Beautiful video...with all the hype surrounding Big Brown and the Triple Crown( and he is a fantastic horse), I still feel sad wondering what might of been with Barbaro...I can't hold back the tears...
annasolatia 3 years ago
This one is for the amazing filly, Eight Belles. I know you're up there with Barbaro, Secretariat, Seattle Slew, Affirmed, and Sea Biscuit running, playing, and chewing on Kentucky bluegrass, apples, and carrots in God's great pasture.
God Bless you
Norasusan 3 years ago
Don't forget Ruffian Norasusan!
I blame breeders for his death. They breed speedy horses over sound ones. If Barbaro was bred better and was more sound he might have lived!!
FastLittleFilly 3 years ago
The Kentucky Derby this afternoon and my heart aches for you....BARBARO! You captured so many hearts....You gave such hope and you still do....You had courage and beauty and a one of a kind horse. Wishing race horses would not race so young before mature. Wish they would give more distance between races. Beautiful tribute!
I just hope those who race honor their horses even in defeat. Barbaro...I miss you and love this song and tribute to you.
heffala 3 years ago
I miss my boy...I have seen lots of races and great horses. Barbaro's performance in the derby was the biggest beaten I have ever seen. He made the rest of the field look like 5,000 dolla claimers.RIP my horse. It is noy time for pyro to win tomorrow!
thebermanator68 3 years ago
Let's not forget the songwriter, the fabulous Dan Fogelberg! God bless him and Barbaro.
headcaseworker 3 years ago
I totaly agree with you
BIGGIEBRATIE 3 years ago
WONDERFUL VIDEO! I love it SO MUCH!
R.I.P Barbaro! You will always be loved and never forgotten!
saddleclubfan016 3 years ago
my mom grow up on a farm and i have race horse that is two and almost ready to go to the race track my dad is a trainer for race horses
customjewl22 3 years ago
i loved barbro he was the best horse ssomeone could ever had i wish he was my horse i love this song my mom played everyday during the kentucky derby when she was little i wish barbo was still here rip barbro u will always be loved
customjewl22 3 years ago
your right you dont know about thoroughbreds unless you race them. There born to run barbaro was only happy When the wind was in his mane and the dust flying in the horses behind him!
he will be missed i loved him!
bngsbill 3 years ago 2
Most majestic of animals that God saw fit to grace this world with. Ohhh I just can't even begin to express my love for this gift from God.
judyview 3 years ago
And if the horses themselves don't make a big name for themselves after their racing career, most get sent off the slaughterhouse. Some don't even get that chance. If they don't run fast enough at say, three, they get packed off to the exotic resturant. Horseracing is not a happy-little-girl's sport, but neither is it totally barbic. The owner just needs to be educated about equines and proper care of their animals.
silmarilknight 3 years ago
Yes, that's right: grooms. Most grooms mistreat theyr charges from spraying them in the faces while at the wash racks, to grabbing their ears and dragging their heads down in order to get the bridle on.*
silmarilknight 3 years ago
This was a nicely-edited video I must say.
Well McDreamyGreyer, the sport of racing itself is not cruel, the cruelty comes into play in the way the horses are treated by grooms especially.*
silmarilknight 3 years ago
Michael Matz (the trainer of Barbaro) would never have a groom on his staff who would treat a horse with cruelty.
Mr. Matz is the consummate horseman. He has always, from his days on the show jumping circuit to today, put the horse first.
svleopold 3 years ago
Great GREAT JOB! WONDERFUL. Two great living souls, who are now gone. Barbaro and Fogelberg.
jordank23 4 years ago
R.I.P Barbaro and Dan. Racing is not cruelty, I'm a strapper. The horses love to race, unforntunately the other day one of the horses I work with did a tendon, it's sad watching him watch the other horses being worked and pacing up and down his stable because he himself wants to be worked. Most racehorses love what they do, they wouldn't run as fast as they do if hey didn't. It's what they are bred to do it's in their blood but unfortunately accidents happen.
McDreamyGeyer 4 years ago 2
My mom had a horse who raced and it got hurt and couldnt run anymore so it just gave up...its not cruelty to some horses its their life, its what they love to do it would be cruel to depribe them of their pleasure...
Mossheart 4 years ago
I know what you mean about not REALLY knowing thoroughbreds until you actually meet one, my friend has one who just LOVES to run ALL the time, he's so funny too
Barbaro2012 4 years ago
To people who right comments about animal cruelty have no idea what you are talking about. Unless you have been around the breed thoroughbred horse, they are bred to run and they love it. Unfortuantely bad accidents happen to animals, people,etc.. It is the hard part of life..Barbaro was only happy when he was on the track
99burnett 4 years ago
THis is such a beautiful song....But I have no tolerance for the exploitation of animals for human gain-money. Cruelty. RIP Dan and Barbaro.
eviledna69 4 years ago
The horses especially the ones of Barbaro's pedigree and stature live better lives then the people who care for them. If you take two or more horses and put them in a field or even put them on a track sans jockey and starting gate, they would race, it's in their blood, it's what they do. Many horses have suffered the same injury in the fields and pastures, but you don't hear about it because the horses weren't of the same stature as Barbaro or because it didn't happen live on national TV.
MBigDaddyM 4 years ago
It is not cruelty to let throughbreds do what they love which is running. You are cruel if you think they shouldn't be ableto do what they live for. It's their life. Not what they have to do. It's what they want to do. Have you ever been near a throuhbred? If you have then you would know how much heart and courage and spirit they have. It depends on the jockey, trainer, and owner to not hurt that spirit and love for the race.
9ilovehorsesforever9 4 years ago
No, Dan Fogleberg passed away. He's the one who sang "Run for the Roses"
SoonerFanatic 4 years ago
wait... so the jocky died too!!! that is soo sad :((( RIP Barbaro in everyones heart forever!!!! <3333
Siscolover333 4 years ago
Tonight my friend I will make a toast to innocence and to the leader of of the band. Now it is your turn to join the dance. God Speed. You were both heros who died too young. Thanks for the memories.
Kevin Keefe St. Albans, VT.
kkeefe9627 4 years ago 2
Dan and Barbaro are alive in our hearts! Both died to soon.
suehaynie 4 years ago
DITTO to Julzug..........
"Its the chance of a lifetime
In a lifetime of chance
And its high time you joined
In the dance"
Thanks Dan, your an ANGEL!
1sillybean 4 years ago 2
Heartbreakingly, breathtakingly beautiful. Dan and Barbaro both ran for the roses in their lives!!! My thanks to both of them.
judyview 4 years ago 2
Now Dan can sing this to Barbaro in person. RIP. You both have our hearts... for eternity.
helpfoals 4 years ago 2
That can be the best comfort for us now. Maybe Dan is riding Barbaro across the green meadows of Heaven, and they're both dancing forever. As a 6 year old, this song made me realize what it means to give everything for a dream. I have to sign off now before I start to cry again. I love you Dan.
geo31 4 years ago
RIP Both Barbaro and dan
shanshan19875 4 years ago
"Its the chance of a lifetime
In a lifetime of chance
And its high time you joined
In the dance"
Thanks Dan.
Julzug 4 years ago
DITTO !
1sillybean 4 years ago
RIP Barbaro:(
zedpm 4 years ago
Farewell Dan and Barbaro! You gave us music that I will never forget, Rest in peace.
perlyyyy 4 years ago
Goodbye Dan and thank you!!
hunchat 4 years ago
Dan and Barbaro your spirt will live on. You both were heros who died too young
kkeefe9627 4 years ago
R.I.P. Dan Fogelberg 8/13/1951-12/16/2007 You will be missed
gigg252525 4 years ago
now this is a beautiful tribute to both barbaro, and to Fogie...both so missed
LadyDeerskin 4 years ago
Too beautiful too wonderful you are Barbaro, your spirit, which still shines over us. Can't watch this video but once cause don't want to cry again.
thespa77 4 years ago
its unfair how the best horses die so young both ruffian and barbaro were so beautiful im glad u made dis
killerkonoichi01 4 years ago
im crying
killerkonoichi01 4 years ago
it was great. most of them focus ALOT on his injury but u didn't and it still brought tears to my eyes
SammieHRider 4 years ago
Barbaro, you the horse of chance, but I love you! See you on the rainbow bridge. We are waiting!
suehaynie 4 years ago
i miss you barbaro you whore the best horse ever and you will always be in my memory big beautyful boy.
ashellygirl 4 years ago
he was such an amazing horse, and the sad thing is he was doing so well, i still cry when i see him but at least we know he's in a better place, An amazing tribute to a truly amazing aminal, may he rest in peace. And i believe he is still running for the roses, just a little higher than the rest of them.
vintagepunkgrl07 4 years ago
excellent video. unfortunately i am so sad that i can't watch it clearly without the tears coming to my eyes. rest in peace Barbaro.
jsball4 4 years ago
Awesome! I recently just got the Barbaro from Breyer. =D
KandGBloggers 4 years ago
...LUV IT ! ...Still a GREAT VIDEO ! Thanks for Showing BARBARO'S 'BLOOD-LINES'.I See that BARBARO Was a 'MR. PROSPECTOR' BRED ... So is 'UNDOCUMENTED' my 3yr old NY Bred.. See Ya' @ SARATOGA SPRINGS ...Where BARBARO Would've loved to Race ! ...BOSTON JACK !
LUCKYBROOKS 4 years ago
This song was written for Barbaro, even if Dan Fogelberg didn't know it at the time. It was Barbaro's "chance of a lifetime in a lifetime of a chance." You did a wonderful job in this tribute to a truly great horse, brings tears every time I watch it. Thank you. . .
alicethompson124 4 years ago
OMG! LOVE IT SOOOOOOOOO MUCH! I like how you didn't focus on his injury. <3
parakeetgurl8 4 years ago
I love this song so much!
Candy1567 4 years ago
Barbaro.......he was such a good horse.But now hes in a better place.Rest in Peace.We will once see you again when its our time.
SaintsRow1177 4 years ago
well miss Barbaro R.I.P
driftking92988 4 years ago
rest in peace buddy
SaintsRow1177 4 years ago
Barbaro kicks ass...horses are the reason we all love my state of kentucky
NDfan1530 4 years ago
Beautiful tribute to Barbaro! The horse in general can be a real powerhouse when asked to perform,....But yet they are so gentle, loving & very forgiving!......."God Bless Our Faithful Companions"!
"Rest in Peace Barbaro",......"Rest in Peace"
KennyWis 4 years ago
what a wonderful tribute for a wonderful horse, you're a REAL CHAMPION BARBARO..,yes it's true we must give a credit too, on Barbaro's jockey E.Prado... best kentucky derby i've seen..GO run with the CHAMPION BARBARO...Good Luck to the connection of Barbaro.
marc19ar 4 years ago
Thank you for such a beautiful tribute. What a horse. He will never be forgotten, nor will those who loved and cared for him.
shefilly 4 years ago
This is a very beautiful video.Barbaro was a great horse who fought the good fight to the very end and has now gone to a better place.He runs free now alongside other great race horses such as Secretariat in the beautiful pastures of green in Heaven.
noaa62 4 years ago
Don't forget Prado, he saved him! He is the unsung hero. He gave us months to know Barbaro, "if tears could of cured him then he would be well" said by Dr. Richardson after Prado visit. Prado, You are a true hero
suehaynie 4 years ago
you fought the fight, barbaro...you must have been needed up in horse heaven...there has to be one or there's no rhyme or reason for anything.
florange00 4 years ago
Beautiful video. thankyou. i cried and cried.we will all miss our bobby
pinkrose73 5 years ago
Wonderful video! I cried the whole time. Barbaro has crossed the Rainbow Bridge where he has joined many of the other great race horses of our time. God Speed Barbaro and may we see you again when its our time to come up to heaven's gates
angeldreams346 5 years ago
Great! I was wondering when someone was going to do a video on Barbaro with Dan Fogelberg's "Run for the Roses"!!!
lmassey1961 5 years ago
Nice tribute to a super horse. Barbaro RIP.
God Speed to Barbaro. May God watch over the connections of Barbaro. Barbaro shall have a huge legacy to pass down. May the track surfaces be improved and may the grueling triple crown format be reexamined to allow more time between the long derby and the long preakness for these young colts. And may Am. Horses no longer be treated cruelly by slaughter houses and those very cruel slaughter horse transporters.
1jazzsinga 5 years ago
thank you, I broke down for first time since numbing news, even though I was expecting it. WHY did he break fm that gate.
bon1042 5 years ago
8 months after injurying his rear leg in a triple break, Barbaro has gone on to try and win Heavens races. Barbaro you gave everything you had while in mortal form. You were much loved and will be much missed.
layton59 5 years ago
What a wonderful tribute. We can relate all too well with this loss. I know the owners, trainers and all involved with this wonderful horse will cherish their memories.
ritzyzone00 5 years ago
this is a great movie!!!!
rip barbaro you little champ!! we will always miss you!!
ilovehorses121 5 years ago
Barbaro, we will never forget. We will meet again, Rest in Peace.
gigg252525 5 years ago
Poor boy, he was such an incredible horse and all heart. What a fighter. He was so young too. RIP Barbaro. :o(
EventingDiamond 5 years ago
Excellent blend of music and photos! Captures the personality of a champion.
livestrong2007 5 years ago