The holidays are a time for family and shared love. Today, a love story spanning decades. After a recent hospitalization, a wife (79) returned home to a joyful husband. He broke out in song to welcome her home. Some punk kid (a beloved grandchild) happened to record the moment and posted it on TikTok. That video of Grandpa singing to his wife has gone viral, with two follow-up videos.
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Grandpa is singing “Ring of Fire” by Johnny Cash. You can hear Johnny belting it out in the background, but Grandpa’s enthusiastic bellowing drowns out the famous singer. There is dancing too. We don’t know how old Grandpa is, but he’s shaking and moving pretty well.
We’re unsure what that expression on Grandma’s face is saying, but she’s a peach for suffering through this. We are teasing, of course. Grandpa’s singing isn’t horrible, and his dancing is positively adorable. To celebrate such unconditional love is something we should all strive for.
Grandpa didn’t stop singing, either. Next was his rendition of “Stand by Your Man,” with Tammy Wynette knocking out the background vocals. Grandpa changed the wording, using “Stand by your woman” as the tagline for the chorus.
This elderly couple is so darn cute! When the original video went viral and hit 1.1 million views, the original poster sat Grandma and Grandpa down on the sofa to tell them how much their love has inspired people.
Grandpa’s Viral Singing Video Should Inspire Us All
These two oldsters know nothing about TikTok, viral videos, or any “internet nonsense.” The interview video begins with a daughter and granddaughter explaining all that. Their reaction is priceless. There will be waterworks when Grandpa tears up a bit, so grab a tissue!
This beautiful demonstration of true love is just in time to remind us of the importance of family, marriage, commitments, and celebration. As you navigate the holidays, sing to people you love with every fiber of your being!
Be like Grandpa singing and let your love flow… like a mountain stream. You can thank us by sharing.
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