This song... well, it makes me cry. I feel like I should put my hand to my heart when I hear it. It's so very special, and James, thank you for dedicating time to make this amazing song about our soldiers, who protect us, who actually care about our Country, and about the good Lord Jesus, who, in fact, did go through Hell to save us, lonely, unworthy sinners... My older brother, Blake, is currently in the U.S Marines, and I pray for him everyday. Thank you to all American Soldiers, and Jesus.
my soon to be husband (getting married in May) is a soldier and we are about to face his very first deployment, and i absolutly love this song and so does he. Its hard to imagine my life without him for this next year, but I am so incredibly proud of him serving his country, he is my hero, my everything. And i will be praying everyday that he makes it home safe! Thank you james for this song, its so amazing!
four people don't care about what the soldiers are doing and have done to fight for our freedom. Very true song. God bless the soldiers who are in iraq and afghanistan. Bring them home safe and sound. RIP the one's who have lost their lives. <3
James, thank you so much for making this song. I couldn't agree more! I just recently lost my very dear friend SPC Benjamin Osborn, from Lake George NY, in afghanistan June 15, 2010. Today, January 21st, is his Birthday and it is hitting us hard. This song crushes my heart when I hear it. However, it is so very true. God please bless our soldiers and bring them home safe. Say a prayer for peace...the laws of the universe are more powerful than you know!!! Thank you again!! RIP #40
I am a Military Reenactor, Portraying Both WWII and Civil War Era. Songs like this remind me me Exactly how much of an Honor it is for me to honor the veterans like I do. This is a beautiful song
I was in my bathroom with my radio playing & right before I went to get in the shower, this song started playing & I just dropped everything that I was doing to listen to it, it is so beautiful & the way he worded this song is just absolutely amazing. Truly inspirational song. Thumbs up for James Otto!
Love this song - goose bumps everytime I hear it. How true the words are in this song - every word rings true unfortunately. Too bad they get run down - if not for them a lot of would be dead.
This song really touches my heart. I understand it completely, as a soldier myself, and losing my brother in Afghanistan it is so amazing to see just how appreciated soldiers really are and to see that people really do realize the sacrifices not only the soldiers give, but also the families. God Bless.
It's funny how several of the nay-saying comments (if not all, from what I can read) have been removed, yet sincumplater's response to punkempirevideos is repeated again and again. Huh.
im in the army national guard.. im 17.. jus knowing that i have to deploy in june is a hard thing to swallow.. jus realizing what soldiers do is a big wake up call and all you people that dont appreciate it can personally quit calling yourself an american cause they appreciate.. i love wat i do and wouldnt trade it for anything or take it back.. i love fighting for my country & seviing wat i love most. watchin this video makes me cry (pray 4 me while im gone..) <3 PVT allgood
I love this Song I just heard this song the other day on the radio, it is Awesome and I am so happy to hear to find out that James Otto wrote it. Bless you James for writing such a moving song. It is so fitting for this up coming week we have coming in Nebraska here in October the AVTT Traveling Wall will be honoring my Uncle and others whose names are on the Wall. I have found a new favorite song. Thank you so much. Robyn Nicodemus.
@sincumplater i have the most respect for you guys because without yall this country would be worse off than we already are... i am proud to be an american and thankful everyday to have women and men defending my freedom....my sons father is not here for my son because he chooses not to be but i still respect him for being a soldier...
@punkempirevideos you have got to be the dumbest human i have ever seen. I am an american soldier and I have been deployed three times. If it was not for us fighting oversees and killing what you call innocent people then we would be fighting here in the great USA. SO before you start running your mouth why don't you look back at the American Flag and say thank you to all the American Soldiers who have put themselves in harms way for our country to be a free country
I think that one person missed the like button, because there is NO way you cannot like or be moved by this song. Thank you to all those serving and to those who have served.
This is so true. My brother is an American Soldier and he is doing just what this song says fighting for our lives, while jesus is still all around us today and he is fighting for our souls
A friend that told me to listen to this.. and as a soldier and faithful person... im greatful for this. I wish James could read this because the first time i heard of him and one of his songs i was deployed overseas and our get- a-way over there is friends, faith, and music... we'd get in a group with our guitars and sing.. and "just got started lovin you" was a number one hit in our group.. love you James Otto.. thank you so much for the love and support! God Bless!
@punkempirevideos you have got to be the dumbest human i have ever seen. I am an american soldier and I have been deployed three times. If it was not for us fighting oversees and killing what you call innocent people the we would be fighting here in the great USA. SO before you start running your mouth why don't you look back at the American Flag and say thank you to all the American Soldiers who have put themselves in harms way for our country to be a free country and allow yourself to talk
@punkempirevideos you have got to be the dumbest human i have ever seen. I am an american soldier and I have been deployed three times. If it was not for us fighting oversees and killing what you call innocent people then we would be fighting here in the great USA. SO before you start running your mouth why don't you look back at the American Flag and say thank you to all the American Soldiers who have put themselves in harms way for our country to be a free country
@punkempirevideos you have got to be the dumbest human i have ever seen. I am an american soldier and I have been deployed three times. If it was not for us fighting oversees and killing what you call innocent people then we would be fighting here in the great USA. SO before you start running your mouth why don't you look back at the American Flag and say thank you to all the American Soldiers who have put themselves in harms way for our country to be a free country
@punkempirevideos you have got to be the dumbest human i have ever seen. I am an american soldier and I have been deployed three times. If it was not for us fighting oversees and killing what you call innocent people then we would be fighting here in the great USA. SO before you start running your mouth why don't you look back at the American Flag and say thank you to all the American Soldiers who have put themselves in harms way for our country to be a free country
He played this at the Riverfront in Huntington WV as part of the 4th of July show. The words are very meaningful as we celebrate our nations birth and remember the sacrifices that were made to make us free. “Blessed is the nation whose God is the LORD, the people he chose for his inheritance.”- Psalm 33:12
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roflstomp1785 6 days ago
I wish he would make a music video to this song =)
I absolutely LOVE this song & it is EVERYTHING that I believe in & I have ALWAYS told people the same thing <3
KaylaAdams87 3 months ago
The terrorist count is up to 5 fellas and ladies lets knock em around the American way!
Sovelist 8 months ago
This song is amazing it made me cry the 1st time I heard it I hope all the soldiers make it home safe and soon
MrTidycat 8 months ago
4 people are terrorists
hyefisherman 11 months ago
This song... well, it makes me cry. I feel like I should put my hand to my heart when I hear it. It's so very special, and James, thank you for dedicating time to make this amazing song about our soldiers, who protect us, who actually care about our Country, and about the good Lord Jesus, who, in fact, did go through Hell to save us, lonely, unworthy sinners... My older brother, Blake, is currently in the U.S Marines, and I pray for him everyday. Thank you to all American Soldiers, and Jesus.
TheHiMonster001 1 year ago
my soon to be husband (getting married in May) is a soldier and we are about to face his very first deployment, and i absolutly love this song and so does he. Its hard to imagine my life without him for this next year, but I am so incredibly proud of him serving his country, he is my hero, my everything. And i will be praying everyday that he makes it home safe! Thank you james for this song, its so amazing!
ckeas1988 1 year ago 2
This songs gets Otto-matic Thumbs Up!!!!
chengoo 1 year ago
four people don't care about what the soldiers are doing and have done to fight for our freedom. Very true song. God bless the soldiers who are in iraq and afghanistan. Bring them home safe and sound. RIP the one's who have lost their lives. <3
ringmuhhhbellz 1 year ago 2
lol 4 people are the reason why they make abortion seem fair
Zamaamaru 1 year ago
James, thank you so much for making this song. I couldn't agree more! I just recently lost my very dear friend SPC Benjamin Osborn, from Lake George NY, in afghanistan June 15, 2010. Today, January 21st, is his Birthday and it is hitting us hard. This song crushes my heart when I hear it. However, it is so very true. God please bless our soldiers and bring them home safe. Say a prayer for peace...the laws of the universe are more powerful than you know!!! Thank you again!! RIP #40
burkema13 1 year ago
My God, this song is just...I don't even have words. GOD Bless the USA!
countrySTAR06 1 year ago
Thank you for your service James. This is awesome.
tranquilvalley 1 year ago
No auto tune for Mr. Otto
amadeo177 1 year ago
Isn't that the truth.
Semper Fi
lethalwhisper 1 year ago
I am a Military Reenactor, Portraying Both WWII and Civil War Era. Songs like this remind me me Exactly how much of an Honor it is for me to honor the veterans like I do. This is a beautiful song
Arcadiaredneck 1 year ago
First time I heard this song , the hair on my neck stood up.....tears in the end.
God chooses those you are willing to pass his message and James you are one of his tools!
Keep up the great job.
concept7 1 year ago 2
Who the hell are the 2 that didnt like this song?
mthomas031 1 year ago
@mthomas031 3 now... assholes
charger19681988 1 year ago
I heard this song on the radio for the first time and it gave me chills and is my new Fav song of all time!
boyt42 1 year ago
I was in my bathroom with my radio playing & right before I went to get in the shower, this song started playing & I just dropped everything that I was doing to listen to it, it is so beautiful & the way he worded this song is just absolutely amazing. Truly inspirational song. Thumbs up for James Otto!
LibraBaby25 1 year ago 3
Love this song - goose bumps everytime I hear it. How true the words are in this song - every word rings true unfortunately. Too bad they get run down - if not for them a lot of would be dead.
horsecrazygirl231 1 year ago
This song really touches my heart. I understand it completely, as a soldier myself, and losing my brother in Afghanistan it is so amazing to see just how appreciated soldiers really are and to see that people really do realize the sacrifices not only the soldiers give, but also the families. God Bless.
breeo13 1 year ago
It's funny how several of the nay-saying comments (if not all, from what I can read) have been removed, yet sincumplater's response to punkempirevideos is repeated again and again. Huh.
MyceliaProductions42 1 year ago
Just remember, everybody: Freedom isn't Free. It costs folks like you and me. And if we don't pitch in our buck-o-five, who will?
MyceliaProductions42 1 year ago
Not bad.
MyceliaProductions42 1 year ago
This song just gives me goosebumps and puts tears in my eyes... it's amazing!!
SbrbnCwgrl 1 year ago
im in the army national guard.. im 17.. jus knowing that i have to deploy in june is a hard thing to swallow.. jus realizing what soldiers do is a big wake up call and all you people that dont appreciate it can personally quit calling yourself an american cause they appreciate.. i love wat i do and wouldnt trade it for anything or take it back.. i love fighting for my country & seviing wat i love most. watchin this video makes me cry (pray 4 me while im gone..) <3 PVT allgood
support troops!
allgood6057 1 year ago
@allgood6057 Thank you for your service. It means a lot =) Good luck and stay safe in your deployment.
BJAmrstrong4ever 1 year ago
@BJAmrstrong4ever THANKS!
I dont think that most ppl really appreciate what we as soldiers do..
and thats sad when their also americans..
it gives me the chills to know im deploying soon..
but i chose to take the responsibility and im damn sure going to do a GREAT job of successing in it..
thank you very much.. it means alot.. and keep me in your prayers..
allgood6057 1 year ago
@allgood6057 The grace of God be with
you and your fellow soldiers.
Pastor G.
pastorg22 1 year ago
A truly beautiful song!
ChersTry 1 year ago
this is an awsome song my son deploys this month so it hits home absolutly awsome no other words for this song
lynnemu02 1 year ago
AWESOME!! SIMPLY AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
honkytonk4life 1 year ago
I love this Song I just heard this song the other day on the radio, it is Awesome and I am so happy to hear to find out that James Otto wrote it. Bless you James for writing such a moving song. It is so fitting for this up coming week we have coming in Nebraska here in October the AVTT Traveling Wall will be honoring my Uncle and others whose names are on the Wall. I have found a new favorite song. Thank you so much. Robyn Nicodemus.
rnfoxylady9 1 year ago
@sincumplater i have the most respect for you guys because without yall this country would be worse off than we already are... i am proud to be an american and thankful everyday to have women and men defending my freedom....my sons father is not here for my son because he chooses not to be but i still respect him for being a soldier...
crystal42489 1 year ago
"And should the Army, and the Navy, ever gaze upon Heavens scenes, they will find that the streets are guarded, by United States Marines"
R.I.P. Cpl Richard P.Schoener
8th of MAy, 2005
Laghman Province
Victim of Hostile Fire
Age.....22
Operation Enduring Freedom
Semper Fi Brother
marinesarelife1 1 year ago 2
Thanks, my man served in Nam, but war is war, no matter if if was deemed a "war"...tanks to all of you guys and women who served!!!
TOMAN4EVER 1 year ago
james otto's best song ever
DylnLang 1 year ago
james otto's best song ever
DylnLang 1 year ago
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@punkempirevideos you have got to be the dumbest human i have ever seen. I am an american soldier and I have been deployed three times. If it was not for us fighting oversees and killing what you call innocent people then we would be fighting here in the great USA. SO before you start running your mouth why don't you look back at the American Flag and say thank you to all the American Soldiers who have put themselves in harms way for our country to be a free country
sincumplater 1 year ago
A-Men and Awesome! Just heard this song tonight on the radio and I love it! :D
peculiartreasure89 1 year ago
GOD BLESS!
rockinskull 1 year ago
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fantastic song - awesome message - thank you James!
thinkingbeleiver 1 year ago
fantastic song - awesome message - thank you James!
thinkingbeleiver 1 year ago
This is AWESOME! Soldiers and JESUS!
hopeoutdoors1969 1 year ago
Two people must be apart of al-queda...effin morons
Manquinking 1 year ago
I LOVE IT
Marine9wife14 1 year ago
Amen !!
onepaw1670 1 year ago
AMAZING!! :)
Fmustang350rc 1 year ago
I think that one person missed the like button, because there is NO way you cannot like or be moved by this song. Thank you to all those serving and to those who have served.
BJAmrstrong4ever 1 year ago 2
What an awesome song! Heartfelt and true!
jenn33064 1 year ago
just heard this morning and l-o-v-e
secarden524 1 year ago
This is so true. My brother is an American Soldier and he is doing just what this song says fighting for our lives, while jesus is still all around us today and he is fighting for our souls
53campbell 1 year ago
Sweet! A sweet song of truth....one day our kids will be in it again....unless your a rich stooge. America is Americas people, FREE...
4142Wilb 1 year ago
man i love it
Superman972d 1 year ago
A friend that told me to listen to this.. and as a soldier and faithful person... im greatful for this. I wish James could read this because the first time i heard of him and one of his songs i was deployed overseas and our get- a-way over there is friends, faith, and music... we'd get in a group with our guitars and sing.. and "just got started lovin you" was a number one hit in our group.. love you James Otto.. thank you so much for the love and support! God Bless!
sweetchemdawg 1 year ago
hubby's coming home from his third and final tour this weekend...this song couldnt' come at a more perfect time :) absolutely beautiful!
eskijewels 1 year ago
Only two defining forces EVER offered to die for you. Jesus Christ and the American solider. One died for your soul, the other for your freedom.
tpstwf 1 year ago 53
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punkempirevideos 1 year ago
@punkempirevideos you have got to be the dumbest human i have ever seen. I am an american soldier and I have been deployed three times. If it was not for us fighting oversees and killing what you call innocent people the we would be fighting here in the great USA. SO before you start running your mouth why don't you look back at the American Flag and say thank you to all the American Soldiers who have put themselves in harms way for our country to be a free country and allow yourself to talk
sincumplater 1 year ago
@punkempirevideos you have got to be the dumbest human i have ever seen. I am an american soldier and I have been deployed three times. If it was not for us fighting oversees and killing what you call innocent people then we would be fighting here in the great USA. SO before you start running your mouth why don't you look back at the American Flag and say thank you to all the American Soldiers who have put themselves in harms way for our country to be a free country
sincumplater 1 year ago
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@punkempirevideos you have got to be the dumbest human i have ever seen. I am an american soldier and I have been deployed three times. If it was not for us fighting oversees and killing what you call innocent people then we would be fighting here in the great USA. SO before you start running your mouth why don't you look back at the American Flag and say thank you to all the American Soldiers who have put themselves in harms way for our country to be a free country
sincumplater 1 year ago
@punkempirevideos you have got to be the dumbest human i have ever seen. I am an american soldier and I have been deployed three times. If it was not for us fighting oversees and killing what you call innocent people then we would be fighting here in the great USA. SO before you start running your mouth why don't you look back at the American Flag and say thank you to all the American Soldiers who have put themselves in harms way for our country to be a free country
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punkempirevideos 1 year ago
@tpstwf dont forget the Marines please soldiers are just the army. You need to remember the rest of the branches, thank you.
roflstomp1785 6 days ago
He played this at the Riverfront in Huntington WV as part of the 4th of July show. The words are very meaningful as we celebrate our nations birth and remember the sacrifices that were made to make us free. “Blessed is the nation whose God is the LORD, the people he chose for his inheritance.”- Psalm 33:12
wvfbzebra 1 year ago
this song is just Ottofabulous!!!! very proud of you and excited to see what this song will do. My bet is a Dove award nomination!
MSgal4otto 1 year ago 2
that's an amazing song!
sweetiecakes99 1 year ago 2
OTTOTASTIC! Amazing tune by the most amazing voice today!
Ottomaniac1 1 year ago 12
Thank you so much for sharing this, I love James SO much!!! (big smile)
God bless you and him always!!!
Holly in East Tennessee
nascarholly 1 year ago