To Our Troops and Their Families- "We Thank You" - Joe Monto

[Its111111]

Thank you for your service to our country and for fighting for our freedom and keeping us safe!

God bless our brave men and women, and God bless the United States of America!

Happy Veterans' Day!

[NRAGreer]

God bless you all. Thank you My Brother's & Sister's....

[tynab40]

To the Men and Women of our Armed Forces and The Familes of those Men and Women, Thank you is not strong enough to express the gratitude that I feel for your sacrifices that allow those of us who do not have the strength and the courage to do the same to allow us to be Free. The true extent of your sacrifces may be forgotten by some, but songs like this exist to remind us all that we should never forget. So once again, Thank you may your service to this country never be forgotten.

[jer8716]

as a current member of the nationial guard i just want to say thank you or you suport i am trying right now for a deployment to kawait in febuary and it not only su who serves it my wifr and nine month old daughter who are with me in one way or another agin thank you and keep up the good work.

[vanderweidec]

this is fantastic, Navy Veteran here and this brought me to tears... well written

[RoseAnn882]

Stunning video so well done & such a beautiful song. Thank you, Joe. God bless you!  :-)

[jollygreen720]

WHAT AN AMAZING SONG, AND VIDEO!! You put into words all of the feelings that are bottled up inside of me...for you see, my husband is on his first deployment to Afghanistan, and I am all alone here in Tennessee....He is so very worried about me, and yes, I couldn't be more afraid...but, more than that, I am bursting with PRIDE for what he, and his fellow soldiers, men and women alike, are doing over there!! Thanks for this song, and THANKS TO OUR TROOPS!! I <3 U Robert!! Stay safe, all of u!!

[ZailynAKAShy]

tHANK YOU FOR POSTING THIS.

[cgordon37]

Thank you for this beautiful video! It says everything that I want to express to our soldiers and their families! God Bless America and all who have sacrificed to protect it! We are forever in your debt!

[DFWRealEstateCoach]

Hats off to the military service men and women who have worked so hard to make the death of Bin Laden happen. Your tireless efforts have served justice to a ruthless murderer. We salute you and know you are the reason we are Blessed To Be An American!

[xCuteButPsycho86]

Wow. Powerful. I literally cried watching this....Joe you have outdone yourself!

[AngelofLoveOne]

because of the holy men/women in Her , that land was Blessed and a Good Samaritan, a Friend an Ally the USA..

[JennyMay3]

Thank you! What a great tribute, and unlike many, you didn't forget that there are many women in this fight, too!

[amandacanning2]

My brother, one of the few and the proud was killed on his 2nd tour to Iraq.. A Lance Corporal in the Marine Corp so devoted to his country, ready to give his all for his country when it called, they did call, on the marine corps birthday ironically. K.I.A 11/10/04 on his favorite day of the year. I am thankful for every hero that serves his country. I myself live with this pain daily, so next time you want to insult someone, message me, i will tell you how it is, to hurt like this. Thank you

[daytonacameras]

Hi respect to all fighting for our freedom...I spent Xmas week recording a song just for you all... im an ex-Brit settled in Daytona Beach and I appreciate my new life and freedom! search youtube for "high tight Xmas" and you will see the song i made I used military acronyms that I researched to be appropriate... I would love for the song to benefit the forces and/or vets...it is non- commercial so if someone can figure out how to use it for their benefit let me know! Sloppy

[AnthonyMetal69]

I want to thank each and every one of u that have done the awesome job that u have! Thank you for defending OUR country! God bless you all and may you walk with Angels when your time comes! and I pray that it doesnt happen until you are old and can tell your grandbabies what it was like! Thank You!!

[1800viper]

I thank the family's and the troops who give there everything in defending this great nation of ours. I may not really know these family's who have very brave sons and daughters as this nations troops, I know not the pain you face when they are gone from you put this nation should comfort you and your family in your pain and honor the life of your son and daughter who will forever be remembered as one of the many great soldiers this nation has ever had. I thank you and I thank our troops.

[ssgduke56]

@DavidKWegley The only shooter in here is you my Gay Friend.....and you are shooting blanks!!!! ASS MONKEY!!!!

[ssgduke56]

@DavidKWegley

A Hatefully Asshole you turned out to be!

A shitty excuse for a Human Being!

Your Rants is like piss blowing in the wind!

Landing right back on you my GAY Friend!

So take your Crap somewhere else!

For you are nothing but Shit in...

Someone else House!

[airforcegirl1993]

my brother is in iraq right now its his first time deploying

[ds9harb]

Mr. Monto's thank you for such a great song. I'm a medic in the army getting ready to leave for my 3rd combat tour at 25 years old. I think I speak for all the Vets out there when I say it means more than people know to have such support weather it's a song or just a hand shake. So thank you.

[warhero260]

i want to join the marines bc my dads dad died in the war :'( and my brother is in the army.so i want to join them.

[soldierswife1988]

thank you for this video...please keep the soldiers and their families in your prayers!

[AnnieG1990]

this video made me cry so bad...its really good though!

my husband is deployed in afghanistan right now

[1968tkm]

Awesome! Thank the Lord for our toops!!

[watkins49ok]

To our solders 08/07/10 7:29 PM

I want to say thank you for what you have don for this country.

We love you and all the ones who died in other wars god bless all of you jerry

[hankidan]

great video, i just got back from afghanistan a few weeks ago, and i just want to say thanks for your support, its people like you who keep us going

[montomaniac]

@hankidan

Thank you so much hankidan! Thanks for your service and thanks for your comment! I would love to send you an MP3 of this song. If you send me a private message with your email address, I'll send you the song so you can forward to your fellow soldiers too. Blessings my friend! Joe Monto

PS - are you on Facebook?

[Blackeyedpeas1937]

@hankidan Thank you for your service

[christianarmygirl]

@hankidan welcome home :) god bless

[mrsnarviaz]

Thank you for this video. My husband is a marine and cried when he saw this, and all he said was 'Your Welcome'.

[Sturmfalke010475]

I hate this war, and i dont support the US Government.

But i Support the Troops and i hope they all be home soon.

I love the USA and its people... your Grandfathers brought us peace and freedom to our great country in 1945. Because of them, i had a great life, joined the German Army and fought on your side in Afghanistan. I´m home for good ... and I pray every day for my brothers in arms.

God Bless the USA ! God Bless Europe !

Greetings from a German Vet. 3./ Mechanized Infantry Battalion 401

[proudmarinesister90]

this is an amazing song! my older brother is a marine and he is going to Afghanistan on saturday. i cried everytime i hear this song.

Thank you Joe

[skaterxdanny]

i just wanna say thank you for this video, i mean im only 16 now but im signing up when im 18 for the marines,this 5 1/2 minute clip would be the clip to make me keep fighting. not as many people celebrate memorial day,or even pay attention to the troops fighting for THEIR freedom. once again i thank you. and i hope this stays up until i join it so i can comment later on in my life

[mytriplive]

very touching

[grasshopperknob]

Thank God for each and every one of our troops and their families. YOU ARE the best and the brightest we have to offer in this constant defense of freedom. You are in our prayers always.

[ToWYoMama]

Man these photos are beautiful (and placed well), I wish I could atleast be one of those photographers that gets to capture all that across seas (but I have to train and I can't serve so that won't work).

And like the song says thank you, "All gave some, some gave all"

[SassGurl98]

Ohh this is a good song

Heyyy I wrote a song called Thank You

Would you listen to it for me??

Shank you =]

[JuniperSage1]

Thank you To Our Troops and Our Allies and Their Families at Home! God Bless You All!

[kinkylucious]

this is so sad i saw it with my hole class and

my teacher cryed

[Commiessux]

Yea, like your country have done better.

[TunesNorth]

Very nice tribute to our troops.

Great song and images.

Thank you for posting.

A Proud US Navy Veteran!

5 *****s!

[DANIELSARMYWIFEY]

I am an Army wife hubby in Iraq now 7 more months to go and a mother of our beautiful 1 year old we chose this life and I would do it again in a heart beat just say thank you to all of then with out them hitler would have took over or someone worse would have came along or there would be a draft so just say thank you that you dont have to do it and no one will under stand so stop talk about something you know nothing about

[bananacreamanarchy]

think of all the beautiful 1 year old Iraqis who are being killed and whose parents are being killed and whose society is being destroyed by your charming hubby and his buddies.

[desertangellisa]

To my Marine BF, i love you, and am so proud of you....

[2lj7]

Thank you to the men and women serving this country. Remember that it is there sacrifice which allows you the right to express your opinions.

[bea79015]

Thank you for posting this. Its beautiful and so very true.

If you can read, Thank a teacher!

If you can read in freedom, Thank a Vet!!

[angelito8676]

Thank you, Mr. Monto for supporting our troops. I wish you well in all you do!

HOOAH!!!

PVT Aguilar, US Army

[susansmusictube]

Beautiful song. Great vocals! incrediible!

[kostyshankles]

a proudsoldiersgirl, Iraq did not attack us on 9/11., regardless of what Rush and Fox News tells you. The hijackers were from Saudi Arabia. Bush is a freakin moron who was never elected, only appointed. There is no job or mission in Iraq, okay !!!

[SHEIN1992]

thank you to all the troops who are fighting for our freedom

[Legendlakelady]

Awesome job on the song and video, thank you to the brave women and men who make it possible for us to enjoy our wonderful Freedom. I hope none of us take it for granted.

[deathb4dishonorgurl]

This is a beautiful song and beautiful video and I am proud to serve the American Citizens and the greatest country on earth, AMERICA!

HOOOOOAAAAHHHH!

PFC Collins 1057TC

[jrb51055]

no my young hero, its WE who thank YOU, for serving your country. Its WE who are proud of YOU.

[ASONOFUNCLESAM]

Thank You PFC Collins for everything...

[cloudpounder]

From a Drill SGT in the US Army,,

HOOAH!!!!

[soxbearshwks]

very nice tribute to our warriors...

3rd Batt. 7th Marines ChuLai,RVN 10/65-11/66

[nofearbike]

wow so many harsh comments. why not a comment about the song. fucking awesome strong song. your awesome monto.

[4885027]

Oh...and yeah,

My heart goes out to all the soldiers in Iraq and their families. May they safely return home, back to their loved ones. Nobody is to blame but Bush. You truly are heroes.

[4885027]

Honestly, let's thank them for being a sacrifice. But unfortunately, they did not die for me nor my family nor my country....as sad as it is to say it, but it's all for oil.

But of course, no matter what, they are still our heroes for they went into war thinking that it was for freedom and democracy (I hope) for their country and the people of the U.S.

I am not against wars, but this one is definitely not our war, it's Bush's war.

[diddykongfu]

wow stfu

[flubbuhdubbuh]

A war crime? We are following orders you moron! Your beef isn't with the soldiers, it is with President Bush, go slam him, not the Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, and Marines!

If they stay home, they get arrested, ever heard of the term AWOL? It stands for Absence with out Leave, and he will be found guilty of missing a movement, which will also get his dishonorably discharged. All of that, just so you can feel a little better about yourself. You are welcome for your freedom to be an a-hole.

[Czerniakowska]

I thought US military personnel were among the most fervent supporters of the White House moron? That's what voting patterns in 2004 seemed to indicate. So, what next - President McCain, the guy who wants to keep your troops in Iraq for the next 100 years? Why do I get this feeling you'll be voting for him come the presidential election?

[pdalaigh]

flubbuhdubbuh, "we are following orders", was that not the excuse used by the nazis when they were asked why they exterminated over million human beings in their death camps?, just because you jooin an army does not mean you give up you own moral compass, by the way i cant remember any yank giving me my freedom, the only thing they do, like the russians, chinese, etc. is take peoples freedoms away, ask Asia and South America, you arrogence is astounding.

[pdalaigh]

flubbuhdubbuh, "we are following orders", was that not the excuse used by the nazis when they were asked why they exterminated over million human beings in their death camps?, just because you jooin an army does not mean you give up you own moral compass, by the way i cant remember any yank giving me my freedom, the only thing they do, like the russians, chinese, etc. is take peoples freedoms away, ask Asia and South America, you arrogence is astounding.

[flubbuhdubbuh]

Don't be hater a hole! If you care so much for your boys in Congo, then go there and try to help! If not, shut it you hypocrite!

[Candy41158]

Excellent video! I wish more would thank our military for a job well done and wish a veteran "Welcome Home."

To those who serve or have served: Freedom has a flavor that the protected will never know.

[Equisangel]

My husband is getting ready to leave to Iraq soon and he and his troops appreciated this alot! And though its hard for me to see him go, he's doing what is in his heart for all of us and I'm so very proud of him and all who serve with him - thanks joe, keep it up!

[nsbharleygirl]

Joe, how do you do this so well. Bring the tears I mean. I have heard this song many times, but it must be the circumstances that did me in entirely this time !!! Love it Love it !!!! Get ahold of me toward the end of next week just incase I forget Mary in FL

[rdssings]

support our troops !! they are giving it their all !!!!!!!!

[chengloki]

I'm an old sea warrior. We had not the respect you give our troops, today. I was called a baby killer. But, our troops, today, had nothing to do with that. They are doing an outstanding job! I will be the first to stand and applaud! =Stefan=

[rayishere71]

Incredible Video Nice job.

[Axtreemd]

OUTSTANDING....

[1BadSmurfett]

As the mother of a US service member who just returned from his first 1-year deployment in Iraq, this song grabbed me by the heart, brought me to my knees & drew instantaneous tears to my eyes. You touched on something that no one else seems to get. The families are ALSO making sacrifices in this war simply by supporting their military family member... when every fiber in my body is screaming, "NO! NOT MY SON!"... THANK YOU! (the tears are still rolling down my face!)

[dArLeNewk]

Joe this song & video is beautiful and meaningful I cried through the whole song & still am as I type you this,my heart & prayers got out to each and every solder & their family's for the bravery they show and the love for their fellow man! God Bless You All! Mimi xoxox

[chrisdaughtry1234]

my brother is in the war and i told him about this and he thanks you for supporting the troops

[blackangel2012]

The USA is presently ruled by extreme evil people who do not care about human life but only in "MONEY". This group includes those who benefit from profits in the "war weapons industry" and cronies in the Bush Administration involved in "OIL".

[blackangel2012]

These two groups are utilizing Americas's youths as dupes. Most of the soldiers in Iraq are poor and uneducated. They are merely being utilized by the "USA ruling elite" as "cannon fodder" to protect their wealth and interests. They are being duped by making them believe that they are "heroes" and "patriots". It is very sad!

[blackangel2012]

Deformed Iraqi babies caused by USA use of depleted uranium.

The deformities are similar to those experienced by both Vietnam war veterans and Vietnamese mothers because of the US Military/Industrial Complex's use of the abominable chemical of mass destruction called "Agent Orange". The Pentagon has swept these American baby deformities and its causes under the rug.

[blackangel2012]

Yes .... why they are over there??? why they have to go on first place... thousands die for.... for what they die?? why thousands odf childs are now orfans when his fathers dosen't know you exist... you never forget 9/11 rigth? why the have to forget this destruction and murder..... think....

[YZ250113]

Nobody even knows what your talking about. SHUT UP and stop posting rubish. Excellent song.

[Samantha20diane]

Thank you so much for making such a heartfelt video and song...My husband is in the army and is in Iraq right now and sometimes, I forget why he's even over there and this video reminds me of what they are fighting for. It touched me and actually brought me to tears...Thank you so very much.

[tonyarae52]

God bless our country, and our troops. Pray for them. Respect them. Thank them.

[kb9ibw]

Nice video, and for a great and brave group that we are so proud to support.

ARMAD

[proudhtsnavywife]

Joe, this actually brought tears to my eyes. This is awesome, thanks for much for doing this.

Most of my friends are military or married to military and I am married to a sailor. I absolutely love this video

[JackandRach]

Navywife, I'm a proud wife of a US Marine sniper. A few days after I told my husband that we are having a baby. I found out that him and some other Marines were on patrol and were in a ambush. From that day on my husband has been MIA thats been over 5 months ago. I pray for your husband.

Rach

[proudhtsnavywife]

Your husband is in my prayers hun. if you need anything or if you need someone to talk to...hit me up

[JackandRach]

Thank you. Its been really hard lately.

[proudhtsnavywife]

i bet. message me and i will give you my email and messenger names if youd like. i remember when my ex got shot while over there.

[RLSguitar]

Another great song, brother. Please keep 'em comin' buddy Joe! God bless.-

[ninedarter]

I am not going to comment on the song because anyone who hears it will know how Brilliant you are. I just wanted to say that " You are a good man Joe Monto ". From Ontario Canada

[yorkie7449]

Thankyou from a Proud Army Mom. My son is serving in Iraq and all who serve whether at home or abroad they are my Heros.

[Styiez]

Joe, this is fantastic!! 5/5 you have an amazing voice man!!!

[ttier1]

Truly GREAT Joe Last week I walked around singing (poorly) , He's not in hate.... He's found in love ... this week I'm back to Thaaaank you for you sacrifice ... and the Freedom that you bring... TRULY on my short list of favorite songs !!

[vmandanici]

Very nice - thanks - Im a composer/guitarist/songwriter/­veteran and my nephew just left for Iraq. This means allot.

[wbill56]

great song and video!!

[Priloomis]

Beautiful and touching!!:)

[n8vsandiegan1]

well produced. did you record it yourself?

[nosibor]

Great, Joe, myh Brother! Steve Robison, Sr.

[BODYGUARDEAGLE]

JOE, THANKS FOR THE HEADS UP ON THE GREAT VIDEO...MY FRIEND, IT IS APPRECIATED. May GOD BLESS all our people and their families...

[chrisdaughtry1234]

you never fail to amaze me my brother is in iraq right now and he would love to see this video thank you for making this video it really made me think

[Bballdude997]

Another great video...makes me proud to be an American

[DigitalCyclone]

bravo. great video, great song.

[Travelersole]

very well done. and a beautiful tribute. they are hero's . good job it shows the sacrifice not only of each soldier but each family and every one of us. regards gary

[Skadaddle44]

Awesome song! nice job on the video.

[MikeHelmsMusic]

Freakin Steller Brother .. excellent prodution too... I got one I wish too share with you hope you don't mind if I post it as a response.. Peace

Michael

[FanOfLoyalty]

Hey very nice video! it made me cry a bit. Well keep on making these great videos! PS. Five stars!

[nosibor]

I love it brother it made me cry.

[Shaqatak20]

I heard this over at your myspace too.. really good job !!

You should be on a record !

[Larry19661967]

WOW...! What an awesome job, I can't thank you enough for posting this! It's high time that our military people get the praise and thanks that they deserve. God bless'em all!

[sisjewell]

THANK YOU for this!! thanks for making me cry, and for putting me in the right frame of mine this 4th of July!! That was very beautiful, the song and the images to go along with it, AWESOME job!!!

[guitmartiman]

Another winner! *****

[Swirvia]

once again, great job! thnx! im not american, but happy american day, lol, o wait, its independance for u guys actually, thats right.

[Isodig]

Super full 5 song Joe, and purely excellent production on both audio and video.

[Gottegrodan]

good

[mprater0117]

Great Job. Five stars!

[Tabletthp]

Beautiful Joe...really beautiful..the music and video editing, both excellent :) <3

[AileenMorgan]

This is really fantastic! The musicianship and recording is top notch. So glad you posted this. *****

~Aileen

[IvoriAngel]

The video turned out perfect Joe! This really puts the focus on our men and women in our Armed Forces and how much we love and appreciate them! We thank them EVERY DAY not just on July 4th! Your voice just rings that truth in!

God truly led you on this song and video, it is perfect!

We love you!

Charles and Angel

[decapolis01]

Awesome job Joe! Thanks for all your hard work to support our troops. You Rock!

[dmbarry777]

WOW, awesome video. A special thanks for including the woman marine as well. God Bless and Happy Independance Day! MSG/Rev Dorothy M. Barry, Retired US Army!!!!

[spyro62]

Joe, cool mix...is that Brandon's crew again? Very nice, and I see you're honing those video skills. Nicely done. Keep the faith, brother, and rock on!

[CharityAngel]

Very nice Joe, I like the new mix, And here is a prayer that they all get to come home soon.

[punk2991]

amazing! when u get your record deal, i think this will be your top hit!

[RedSGShredder]

Nice tribute man, hopefully one day mankind won't need any armies, but until then we should thank them for their sacrifices.

[GuitarHeroGuitar]

hey i see you posted the mix up!!!! great job and like kikigirl101 said i got goosebumps

[kikigirl101]

wow! I have goosebumps that was awesome!!!! I almost cried!! great job! :)

[misfitsmoraira]

briliant video dude yay im first to comment