This song gives me goose bumps every time I listen to it. Please, if you are producing music, It would be an honor if you created one focusing on our soldiers. This song really hits me. I cannot believe how awesome this is.
@PatriotYank - You have no idea how much it means to have people say things like this about the song. Seriously. I'm not a pro, just a guy who felt inspired... and who wanted to inspire others. So, maybe down the road... In the mean time, enjoy, and pass it on!
Thanks to all who continue to stop by and view this video. I don't know about you, but I feel like it's as relevant today as I did when I wrote it. Keep standing strong. God Bless America!
Congratulations, America! You did great. We showed that millions of us "still believe." Plenty of hard work yet to come, but we're up to it.
I hope the Republicans understand the opportunity they've been given to get this right. If they do, we'll all be much better off and our kids and grandkids will know a country that is free, prosperous and powerful.
Wow! Love it! Found out about this via NBCWashington. So awesome to see someone local to Northern Virginia putting this piece together. Can I get a copy for my iPod? May God Bless you in all your endeavors!
Thanks to you, this positive American message has been seen around the world, and it's still going!
People have watched the video in Great Britain and every country in Europe, in Iraq and Afghanistan, in Japan, India, the Philippines, Egypt, Jordan and Saudi Arabia, Russia, Ghana, Nigeria, South Africa, Brazil, Peru, Argentina, Chile and more.
There's even one person in Armenia who has seen it. Whoever you are, I thank you!
We live in a magnificent country. So proud to be a part of this!
@jlsamericanvideo Of course it's not "treasonous." It's a great song. You are just being attacked by the left like anyone who stands up for ideas they oppose. It's what they do. They intimidate and harass people to silence them.
My favorite line is, "I'm smarter than they think I am." I'm counting on the American people proving once and for all on Nov. 2 that we are much smarter than they think we are.
You said you thought this song was saying what so many others are feeling.. well that's excatly how I FOUND your video... frustrated over this... mess. Frustated, looking for others feeling the same way.
Great song, very touching, made me feel sad, but strong and hopeful all at the same time. If enough of us "roll up are sleeves" maybe we can get it turned around.
Thank you. I think you've touched a lot of hearts.
Bravo - great song - tells it like it is - you've captured how we're feeling out here in
the real world out side the beltway. We all are ready to "roll up our sleeves" and
do what we have to do - it starts on November 2nd. Everyone get to the polls and
lets get this county back on the proper track. Thank You for a wonderful song . This should be the anthem for the election and for restoring our great nation.
Wonderful song. It says what I and many others think. This country should work for us, not the other way around. One day, the politicians will see that, even if it's on their way our the door.
Thank you, John, for sharing your awesome song/video with me! I love the song and the video. The singing and music are both amazing. This song is your "Field of Dreams." People who hear your song and watch your video will resonate to your American message, words, and music. Your song/video is a real gem!
These are the people who created the mess with our banks and now they are trying to try to finish of the job of killing Americans! This video was created bye bankers to pass blame for there greed. this is right wing kool aid !!!
Well done brother!! Your song is on my FB page now and getting more views.
I ask all that view this video to pray for our country and our leaders that they will turn back to God and His ways.
I urge, then, first of all, that requests, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for everyone— for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness. 1 Tim:1-2
Well done brother!! Your song is on my FB page now and getting more views.
I ask all that view this video to pray for our country and our leaders that they will turn back to God and His ways.
I urge, then, first of all, that requests, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for everyone— for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness. 1 Tim:1-2
I saw a friend had posted this song on their Facebook, and I was so warmed by your words I just had to add it to my Myspace and FB as well. I consider myself to be a passive Activist, and I have been searching and sending information to share with others pertaining to the Gulf oil spill and just feeling so helpless. But, your song conforted me. Thank you.
Thank you fellow American...It truly is time to take a stand for our life, Liberty and pursuit of Freedom from people that have taken over this country and rules it with a firmer iron grip everyday...They have gone too far with this health care bill, Cap and Trade, Financial bullshit reform, EPA telling our companies to move off shore we do not need you any more...We have been take over by the trial Attorneys and govt goons which think we cannot think for ourselves...Go Sir. this is Great!
You need to now get a recording contract and make some money and spread the word . So many artists are either to timid or to self absorbed to take a stand and tell it like it is . ( maybe they are too "over extended" over leveraged ? LOL) You have an awsome voice . Hope we get to hear it more in the future . God Bless
This song is beautifully written and speaks the heart of this nation ....Thank you for your gift of song & spirit to us all ...God Bless you Brother .
I found this beatiful gem of a song on facebook that was posted on my buddy Jacki Miller's wall, An up and comer running for Congress in TN's 5th District 2010, Jackie Miller is breaking ground in the political scene cutting though the spin put issues by the Republicans and Democrats . This woman is really living this song and needs all the support we can give her , She is a real American and not some polished Madison ave trash put out there by the elite . She is as real as you & me
I AM AMERICAN, AND PROUD OF IT. Thanks for the great song. I'll be passing it around. We the PEOPLE need to stand up and do what is right. Get involved.
This song speaks to the heart of the American people! We have lost our way in this country, and it's time to get back to our core values... PRIDE of citizenship, a sense of DUTY and SERVICE to keep American strong both here and abroad, To take care of one another and HELP your neighbor back up when he has fallen, and to let those that would harm us know there WILL be consequences to your actions. "DONT TREAD ON ME" are not just words, they are the fabric we were founded upon. God Bless America!
Wow! So cool to get these great comments! Thank you! And special thanks to each of you that are sharing the video with your friends and family, posting it, etc. That means more than you can imagine.
You are quite talented, and the song is well written.
But I'm on the other side, politically, and I'm every bit as American ... and as proud of it.
The sooner we stop seeing folks--including the folks who make up our government, elected, appointed, or hired--as some kinda "them," to be fought against or feared, and realize that we're all Americans, and all in this together, the better off we're all gonna be. That's what I think, anyway...
Good song, though. Hope it leads to all good things.
Many thanks to everyone who stops by to see this video and listen to the song. For me, this has been a labor of love. It's great to see so many people take an interest. If you like it, keep sharing it!
Great Job. Thank you
trollin52 2 weeks ago
This song gives me goose bumps every time I listen to it. Please, if you are producing music, It would be an honor if you created one focusing on our soldiers. This song really hits me. I cannot believe how awesome this is.
PatriotYank 2 weeks ago
@PatriotYank - You have no idea how much it means to have people say things like this about the song. Seriously. I'm not a pro, just a guy who felt inspired... and who wanted to inspire others. So, maybe down the road... In the mean time, enjoy, and pass it on!
jlsamericanvideo 2 weeks ago
im not a fan of country really i dont like it but tht song i liked
mxslugger27 4 weeks ago
I love this song. Very touching.
truearwingace 2 months ago
Thanks, uwishtoo! Seriously. That really means a lot.
jlsamericanvideo 4 months ago
I just heard this again on my Ipod while out enjoying a ride :) Wish you would do more.
uwishtoo 4 months ago
Thanks to all who continue to stop by and view this video. I don't know about you, but I feel like it's as relevant today as I did when I wrote it. Keep standing strong. God Bless America!
jlsamericanvideo 5 months ago
Congratulations, America! You did great. We showed that millions of us "still believe." Plenty of hard work yet to come, but we're up to it.
I hope the Republicans understand the opportunity they've been given to get this right. If they do, we'll all be much better off and our kids and grandkids will know a country that is free, prosperous and powerful.
jlsamericanvideo 1 year ago
Wow! Love it! Found out about this via NBCWashington. So awesome to see someone local to Northern Virginia putting this piece together. Can I get a copy for my iPod? May God Bless you in all your endeavors!
matttalsma 1 year ago
@matttalsma: Thanks! And thanks for asking. The song is available as a download at both iTunes and amazon.com. Play it loud!
jlsamericanvideo 1 year ago
Thanks to you, this positive American message has been seen around the world, and it's still going!
People have watched the video in Great Britain and every country in Europe, in Iraq and Afghanistan, in Japan, India, the Philippines, Egypt, Jordan and Saudi Arabia, Russia, Ghana, Nigeria, South Africa, Brazil, Peru, Argentina, Chile and more.
There's even one person in Armenia who has seen it. Whoever you are, I thank you!
We live in a magnificent country. So proud to be a part of this!
jlsamericanvideo 1 year ago
@jlsamericanvideo Of course it's not "treasonous." It's a great song. You are just being attacked by the left like anyone who stands up for ideas they oppose. It's what they do. They intimidate and harass people to silence them.
My favorite line is, "I'm smarter than they think I am." I'm counting on the American people proving once and for all on Nov. 2 that we are much smarter than they think we are.
Txbertie 1 year ago
Sing it out, brother!!
You said you thought this song was saying what so many others are feeling.. well that's excatly how I FOUND your video... frustrated over this... mess. Frustated, looking for others feeling the same way.
Great song, very touching, made me feel sad, but strong and hopeful all at the same time. If enough of us "roll up are sleeves" maybe we can get it turned around.
Thank you. I think you've touched a lot of hearts.
Best wishes from my my family to yours.
MumblinBerk 1 year ago
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MumblinBerk 1 year ago
This is fantastic. Not only will I share it on Gather.com, on my Facebook page and on Twitter, but I'm sending this to Glenn Beck and Mike Huckabee.
kenzie45230 1 year ago
Bravo - great song - tells it like it is - you've captured how we're feeling out here in
the real world out side the beltway. We all are ready to "roll up our sleeves" and
do what we have to do - it starts on November 2nd. Everyone get to the polls and
lets get this county back on the proper track. Thank You for a wonderful song . This should be the anthem for the election and for restoring our great nation.
With best regards - TVMeistersinger
TVMeistersinger 1 year ago
Excellent job! It's great to see you use your talents to actually praise the country rather than all those who are out to knock it down.
GuaraldiGuy 1 year ago
Great song!
zrz9 1 year ago
Great song. Let's take this message to Polls Nov. 2nd
trailrydr1 1 year ago
Awesome! Thanks for your words. They are the words of my heart.
lindalou826 1 year ago
I'm impressed. Great bit of songwriting, talented performance, and a darned professional looking video.
And BTW I am wholeheartedly in agreement with the message!
FiscalChick 1 year ago
I'm impressed. Great bit of songwriting, talented performance, and a darned professional looking video.
And BTW I am wholeheartedly in agreement with the message!
FiscalChick 1 year ago
Long Live The Republic of the united States. org
PORTUGAL1010 1 year ago
Wonderful song. It says what I and many others think. This country should work for us, not the other way around. One day, the politicians will see that, even if it's on their way our the door.
shivag73 1 year ago 2
This was beautiful - the sentiment expressed is our inner voices - We the People are US!
SparklestheClown 1 year ago
Great Song thinking about making it my Campaign Theme song if I run again.
EverybodysSenator 1 year ago 2
P.S. I will help promote this song/video.
Writer993 1 year ago 2
Thank you, John, for sharing your awesome song/video with me! I love the song and the video. The singing and music are both amazing. This song is your "Field of Dreams." People who hear your song and watch your video will resonate to your American message, words, and music. Your song/video is a real gem!
Writer993 1 year ago 3
So BEAUTIFUL! I will help spread this far and wide! FABULOUS!
juliaplusmcr 1 year ago 2
These are the people who created the mess with our banks and now they are trying to try to finish of the job of killing Americans! This video was created bye bankers to pass blame for there greed. this is right wing kool aid !!!
reachen22 1 year ago
This has been flagged as spam show
my friend, your great, a TRUE PATRIOT..
backatone000 1 year ago
my friend, your great, a TRUE PATRIOT
backatone000 1 year ago
This has been flagged as spam show
what a fuckin joke.
mastaace604 1 year ago 3
Really nice song and video.
Lexi3459 1 year ago 3
Like it...
gaskier 1 year ago 2
I'm moved and yes you sing it best how I am feeling! Thank you proud American!
jfktwo 1 year ago 2
Well done brother!! Your song is on my FB page now and getting more views.
I ask all that view this video to pray for our country and our leaders that they will turn back to God and His ways.
I urge, then, first of all, that requests, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for everyone— for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness. 1 Tim:1-2
m1taylo 1 year ago
Well done brother!! Your song is on my FB page now and getting more views.
I ask all that view this video to pray for our country and our leaders that they will turn back to God and His ways.
I urge, then, first of all, that requests, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for everyone— for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness. 1 Tim:1-2
m1taylo 1 year ago
Seriously - great job... A fancy tenement!! LOL Well done - great job - great voice. Keep it up brotha.
sbar 1 year ago
Trying to find out the singers name.
NorthwoodHigh59 1 year ago
I saw a friend had posted this song on their Facebook, and I was so warmed by your words I just had to add it to my Myspace and FB as well. I consider myself to be a passive Activist, and I have been searching and sending information to share with others pertaining to the Gulf oil spill and just feeling so helpless. But, your song conforted me. Thank you.
beckoninglight16 1 year ago
Thank you fellow American...It truly is time to take a stand for our life, Liberty and pursuit of Freedom from people that have taken over this country and rules it with a firmer iron grip everyday...They have gone too far with this health care bill, Cap and Trade, Financial bullshit reform, EPA telling our companies to move off shore we do not need you any more...We have been take over by the trial Attorneys and govt goons which think we cannot think for ourselves...Go Sir. this is Great!
gaskier 1 year ago
You need to now get a recording contract and make some money and spread the word . So many artists are either to timid or to self absorbed to take a stand and tell it like it is . ( maybe they are too "over extended" over leveraged ? LOL) You have an awsome voice . Hope we get to hear it more in the future . God Bless
TinyDancerOne 1 year ago
Wow, what a great song. You did a real good job. ;-) This is going on my channel.
whoareyou2me 1 year ago
Great song, and yes we have been through this before and America has ALWAYS come out stronger. Thanks for such a positive message.
dynamitemike65 1 year ago
Great singer / Great song.
DONGOE 1 year ago
AWESOME LOVE IT!!! : )
Diva12337 1 year ago
What a beautiful song! I found this linked to a friend's Facebook page. I'm an AMERICAN! :)
sabine45102 1 year ago
What a beautiful song! I found it linked to a friend's Facebook page. I'm an AMERICAN! :)
sabine45102 1 year ago
This song is awesome . . . a real gift from God. And, yes, it sure does express what millions of us are feeling . . .
Tzvia48 1 year ago
lol it's so funny this guy really has no clue what he has done with this song. This is gonna blister youtube I LOVE IT !
mosquewatcher 1 year ago
Great
JhMi99 1 year ago 3
This song is beautifully written and speaks the heart of this nation ....Thank you for your gift of song & spirit to us all ...God Bless you Brother .
TinyDancerOne 1 year ago 3
I found this beatiful gem of a song on facebook that was posted on my buddy Jacki Miller's wall, An up and comer running for Congress in TN's 5th District 2010, Jackie Miller is breaking ground in the political scene cutting though the spin put issues by the Republicans and Democrats . This woman is really living this song and needs all the support we can give her , She is a real American and not some polished Madison ave trash put out there by the elite . She is as real as you & me
TinyDancerOne 1 year ago 2
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TinyDancerOne 1 year ago
I AM AMERICAN, AND PROUD OF IT. Thanks for the great song. I'll be passing it around. We the PEOPLE need to stand up and do what is right. Get involved.
houlaskennels 1 year ago 2
Love this video with all my heart!
smowkdaddy 1 year ago
Great song and great voice!
usgop 1 year ago
Great song!
jlockuptj 1 year ago
Thank You.
I Love this song.
Prayers and Votes are Needed to Stop the Collapse of the USA.
3martijns 1 year ago
This song speaks to the heart of the American people! We have lost our way in this country, and it's time to get back to our core values... PRIDE of citizenship, a sense of DUTY and SERVICE to keep American strong both here and abroad, To take care of one another and HELP your neighbor back up when he has fallen, and to let those that would harm us know there WILL be consequences to your actions. "DONT TREAD ON ME" are not just words, they are the fabric we were founded upon. God Bless America!
l0ghome 1 year ago
Wow! So cool to get these great comments! Thank you! And special thanks to each of you that are sharing the video with your friends and family, posting it, etc. That means more than you can imagine.
jlsamericanvideo 1 year ago 7
Love it! Awesome song and video.
RockTheFacts 1 year ago
Great song! Nice Telecaster too!
NAGGERNUTZ 1 year ago
damn fine tune here
KCUAC 1 year ago
love it!
lulumariemissypu 1 year ago
Great video and song thanks a lot for it. I put it on my face book so others can enjoy it too.
OOPS4U2CNOW 1 year ago
chills! This is EXCELLENT!!!!!
RyteWynger 1 year ago
I think you really did a nice job on those lyrics. Very well written. All around great vid. I'm sure it'll get a ton of hits. Kudos!
SoFlaPatriot 1 year ago
EXCELLENT! 5/5!
1Cactusprick 1 year ago
From one musician to another. Great song and great vid.
Let's take back America one song at a time.
Toots Sweet
A conservative sound in a liberal town
heytootssweet 1 year ago
Posted to my Facebook page! Great song! Thank you for this!
Corsina 1 year ago 2
Great vid, It goes up on my page as my fav. Remember in November!
irisojects 1 year ago 3
Truly great work! Thank you.
ConcernedAmericans 1 year ago 2
was sent this video by a friend and I really like it. It is a great song and is now in my favorites
throwshoesatobama 1 year ago 2
Shared on facebook.
mosquewatcher 1 year ago 2
passing it on Facebook. Nice job! keep up the good work.
kjoyr814 1 year ago 2
Exactly how I feel. Thank you.
Q, a naturalized US citizen.
PatriotNetworkAZ 1 year ago 2
Thank you for a great video. Your dad is a hero, along with all his buddies, that our country must never forget. .
iamzbacku 1 year ago 2
God Bless you, & God Bless the USA! =)
NancyPill0C 1 year ago 10
You are quite talented, and the song is well written.
But I'm on the other side, politically, and I'm every bit as American ... and as proud of it.
The sooner we stop seeing folks--including the folks who make up our government, elected, appointed, or hired--as some kinda "them," to be fought against or feared, and realize that we're all Americans, and all in this together, the better off we're all gonna be. That's what I think, anyway...
Good song, though. Hope it leads to all good things.
repsac3 1 year ago 2
AWESOME song and job on this. I am posting this to my FB and other accounts and sending it to everyone I know! Applause galore! Thanks!!!
uwishtoo 1 year ago 3
Many thanks to everyone who stops by to see this video and listen to the song. For me, this has been a labor of love. It's great to see so many people take an interest. If you like it, keep sharing it!
jlsamericanvideo 1 year ago 4