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Title: Brother's Song
Added: May 14, 2007
Author: fisheyefilms
Duration: 4:19
Description:
NASHVILLE,TN (May 1,2007) Heather Davis, one of Music City's brightest young talents, has just released a music video stirring emotions nationwide. "Brother's Song", was co-written by Heather and Robert Ellis Orrall more than two years ago, and crowd reaction to the song has been strong.But "Brother's Song" is more than just a ballad that inspires memories of a lost loved one. It's the story of a soldier who dies overseas at war, as told through the eyes of his little sister. The music video was produced as a tribute to all soldiers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice for his or her country, and several soldiers are honored in the music video.Pictures of fallen service men and women from around the country are featured in the video. One such officer is Corporal Patrick Nixon, the first soldier from Tennessee to die in the line of duty in Iraq. Officer Nixon's father says they have embraced the song as an anthem for soldiers such as his son."When we first saw it, hearing Heather sing and then Pat's picture came up....it took my breath away," said David Nixon, Patrick's father. "I think the song really shows what families feel, both in terms of loss and pride, and we're honored that Pat is in the video." Patrick was a fourth generation soldier in the Nixon family. His great grandfather served in World War I, his grandfather served in World War II, his father David served in Vietnam, and Patrick along with his two brothers all served in the military as well."Whenever I do a show I include "Brother's Song" in my set, and someone in the audience always seems to connect with the song," says Heather. "It's a great feeling to know my music is having such a positive impact on people."Heather and Robert penned "Brother's Song" one afternoon during a writing session in 2005. "When we sat down that day, we had no intention of writing about personal loss, the war, anything in particular, the words just sort of fell into place."Heather has been in the public eye performing and acting for more that ten years. Some of her credits include winning top honors at the "Sing To Win" talent competition at the "World Famous" Wildhorse Saloon in 2001. A few years later, Heather received a standing ovation at the Grand Ole Opry during a guest appearance on the show.Robert, Heather's co-writer on "Brother's Song," has enjoyed success as both an artist and songwriter. He scored a Top 20 hit in 1992 with "Boom! It Was Over," and he performed with Carlene Carter before moving to Nashville in the 80's.Some of his writing credits include country hits for Shenandoah ("Next To You, Next To Me") and Mason Dixon ("When Karen Comes Around").In addition to Robert, Heather has written with many blue chip songwriters along Music Row such as Richard Marx, Liz Hengberg and Phillip White. She has also performed at Nashville's famed Bluebird Cafe', and has appeared on the same bill With such great country artists as Ronnie Milsap, Trick Pony and Beth Neilsen Chapman. ( less )
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Youtube Comments: 172
xxsNiPiNgx Says:
Nov 16, 2011 - Thank you so much for making this.. I have two brothers one who recently just got out of the marines and was over seas for 4 years and another who is still in the army and just recently got back from over seas a few months ago... I couldn't imagine losing them I fight for them everyday whatever I do is for them. Thank you to all the men and women out there who gives us freedom here in America.
bakerbug93 Says:
Nov 24, 2011 - AMAZING!!!! My Dad got back from Iraq awhile ago but this song makes me remember the pain of him going to Iraq, but it also makes me understand i don't truly know the pain of war cause i haven't lost anyone to war yet(well that i know of i don't know my entire family)
staamp4448 Says:
Nov 24, 2011 - Absolutely a beautiful song. It so sad, but still beautiful.
HopeBear19 Says:
Nov 28, 2011 - I have to say I'm lucky to have my brother still with me, even though he's at a possibility of not coming back until 2013 and he's been gone since september and that was 10 days and before that i hadn't seen him since June, but at least he's still here.
Alienshadow5 Says:
Dec 3, 2011 - Absolutely heartbreaking. Thank god my brother is on his way home safely. Just a few more weeks. I love you, Donovan <3
zoelove3 Says:
Dec 3, 2011 - Miss you bruh bruh... with all my heart.
VQgymnastics Says:
Dec 4, 2011 - My brother went through basic and is finishing his senior year in high school. After that he goes onto AIT and then they are shipping him out. They keep changing the place he is going after AIT but wherever it is it will probably be far. Thank you to all the men and women in the military and God bless!
jlc6398 Says:
Jan 6, 2012 - Does anyone know the piano notes to this? I'm singing this for a chorus concert, and I'd think it'd be awesome if I could play and sing this at the same time. Semper fi<3
MarmosetSpeaks Says:
Jan 19, 2012 - Joseph Michael Truscello. I love you my big brother. I miss you so much. <3
jwbunny21 Says:
Feb 7, 2012 - My brother Chris may he always be in my heart. He died only 2 weeks ago:(
shelby950 Says:
Feb 8, 2012 - My brother aint Blood, but I love him anyway. I am proud of what he has done for me..war isn't like the game we always played as little kids
roxxnodrugs Says:
Feb 12, 2012 - I miss my brother ...he don't miss me ..:(( ..
sznitek80 Says:
Feb 16, 2012 - from a seal to all all my brothers in arms, one flag, one heart, one fight, one meaning, you know the rest, we've shared it alive and we'll share it when we meet in the glory skies...
xxthomasxxfinkxx09 Says:
Feb 18, 2012 - well put im tired of people comparing which branch is better in my eyes their all the best and all my heroes thank all of you for your service in my eyes and in my heart you all are my superstars and hall a famers and for the fallen may you never be forgotten as you stories of bravery shall be past on from on to another rest in peace my big brother and all of the other who died fighting for us
musicfreak911rocker Says:
Feb 21, 2012 - my brother is leaving for the army in july im gonna follow in his foot steps and join the millitary
kyanamommy08 Says:
Feb 27, 2012 - My big brother did his basic and was shot to death the night he was done and celebrating. I miss you so much.big brother. I hope your playing with your neice up there. My hero, my big brother, my soldier. I love you Jordan. Rest in paradise.
lgjocaj Says:
Feb 28, 2012 - Im so sorry for ur loss..i lost my one n only big brother a month ago Jan.29th ina car accident:'( his designated driver was high (he didnt kno that) n spinned outta control going 150mph on a 50mph zone..its very sad n heart-breakin i kno what ur goin thru trust me im goin thru it too. Hope god gives u n ur family strength n my family as ell! R.I.P - they are in a better place now n we'll see them again on the other side!!
SneakishMonk Says:
Mar 4, 2012 - he does. trust me.
SneakishMonk Says:
Mar 4, 2012 - he does. trust me.
7bMw11 Says:
Apr 4, 2012 - My 2 Marine brothers are the best people that ever happened to me. They were there for me when my parents didn't care. But today my oldest brother left to afghanistan and i saw this video and i am crying off my face yet again... Its the worst feeling in the world to know that one of the only people u've ever trusted ur life with might lose their own.. Im praying for every soldier out there because i hate this ferling and i dont need any other people going theough it! I love u sooo much kevin!!!
Adetola85 Says:
Apr 15, 2012 - My brother was not a soldier, but died abroad last september. In nearly 7 months, this is the only song that i feel understands me. Thank you for writing this song. I dont feel as alone.xxxxx
MsFragrance19 Says:
May 3, 2012 - only those ppl can feel this song who hs gone through the pain of death of their brothers......brothers! and sisters as well are very important...one can better understand the value of siblings who is the only child of his\her parents
cap10moman Says:
May 20, 2012 - I paused it at 0:01 .....and I read it twice...then again....then 4 times more.....You will never truly know what this meant to me......And I'm sure my Brother, "who art in Heaven", would agree....
missymusicals Says:
May 22, 2012 - Iv listened to so many songs since my brother passed away but this one really touched me he wasn't a soldier but he was still my moms first son my dads little man and my one and only big brother who i loved thank you soo much for this song its beautiful xxcl
GirlPoemLover Says:
Nov 15, 2011 - I'm going through the same thing!! My brother, brother-in-law just left for a year...they have to miss my senior year, and it completely sucks!! I miss them dearly, and if you ever need anyone...I'm here for you! We all do have to support each other through this...and get through it together!! I wish your family the best of luck! Your brother is in my prayers!!!!