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About This Video

This message captures the sometimes common tension in a young marriage where there has been a misunderstanding. The young man in our story leaves to sort out his feelings and winds up getting some sage advice which guides him back home. The theme is beautifully punctuated by Kenny Chesney’s hit song, “The Good Stuff.” Viewers will enjoy the simple but powerful message centering on understanding. The Good Stuff…Pass It On.

Video Transcript

Wife: (yelling) “Don’t you even think about that…”
Bartender: “What can I get for you, man?”
Husband: “A better life than the one I’ve got.” “…a life kind of like that one.”
Bartender: “Hey, it wasn’t always a perfect picture, but there were some perfect parts…”

Music in background:
Well, me and my lady had our first big fight  So I drove around 'till I saw the neon lights  Of a corner bar  Not a soul around but the old barkeep  Down at the end and looking half asleep  But he walked up and said what'll it be?  I said the good stuff
'Cause it's the first long kiss on a second date  And droppin' the ring in the spaghetti plate 'cause  Your hands are shakin' so much  And it's the way that she looks with the rice in her hair  Eatin' burnt supper the whole first year  And askin' for seconds to keep her from tearin' up  Yeah man, that's the good stuff  ANNCR/SUPER: The Good Stuff…Pass it On. A Message from The Foundation for a Better Life.

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0	Annonymous 10 months ago from USA This video is very touching, it reminds me of my parents. Not everything was ever perfect, they had fights, but their love overcame. Very personal and touching, I love it!
1	Tara M 11 months ago from Wisconsin Wish this comercial would get played more often. I think more people that are married should pay more close attention to it. Too many people now days give up to quickly on thier marriage, marriage takes work and work pays off with the Good Stuff in the end!
2	Sherry S about 1 year ago from Ontario Canada I tear up whenever I see this commercial.
3	Michael Y. about 1 year ago from Houston, TX @ martha j "down at the end looking half asleep."
4	martha j about 1 year ago from cincinnati, ohio I love it but want to know what the words are in the first part while the bar tender is speaking. I can't make them out and it's driving me crazy!
5	Chris l over 1 year ago from Vicksburg I remember the words my sister, Micah, gave me. She says relationships aren't going to be easy but you make the best of the situation.
6	Ray B. almost 2 years ago from Hobbs, NM Who is the girl in the video?
7	Amanda O. almost 2 years ago from Bronx, New York Wow. What a powerful message this is. Love is beautiful especially when its shared with a person you really love. The person I thought of when I saw this was my boyfriend, my teddy bear. At times there are dull moments, but thanks to God we are up again. Definitely more great and memorable moments in our relationship. Love is a beautiful thing. I LOVE YOU BABY!
8	Jamie N. almost 2 years ago from Cinci, OH This spot needs to played a whole lot more; perhaps we would not have a 50% divorce rate and so many lonely children from broken homes creating a circle of hurt we can't even begin to imagine. This Generation of Children (and I am one, I am 18) when they grow and get married THIS is the lesson we need to be taught-to stick it out past the emotions and really make "love" mean something now-a-days. I have been with my man 3 years now and we've had MANY rough patches but overall, I grow to love him more every year.
9	Jessica A. over 2 years ago from Renton, Washington This commercial makes you realize that those little things that you argue about aren't as important as all those great moments you've shared in your relationship. I Love It!
10	JP over 2 years ago from Commack, NY Love it.
11	chris napolion l over 2 years ago from vicksburg it touches me more ways than one
12	Aubrie G. over 2 years ago from CA This is cool.
13	Billy W. over 2 years ago from Hattiesburg, Mississippi I saw the "I Hope You Dance" spot and now "The Good Stuff"...just awesome. I love most Country music due to the soul searching honesty of many of the songs. If they haven't done so already, they should consider spots based on "Drive," "Letter to Me," "You're Gonna Miss This," "In Color," etc.
14	DJ M almost 3 years ago from McHenry, IL This commercial touches me every single time I see it. The song is absolutely one of my favorite Kenny songs of all time and it fits perfect with this message. Great job, I'm very impressed.
15	Elise D. about 3 years ago from Tacoma, Washington That wonderful "barkeep" is my cousin. Love ya Tommy.
16	Ebony D over 3 years ago from Abilene, TX This reminds me of my grandfather he is very close to passing but he told me when I first got married about how, my grandmother burned the first dinner she made for them when they first got married and how he ate it with a smile on his face, that to me is true love.
17	Mckay K. over 3 years ago from Chatta. TV USA While watching the TV spots, I found myself sitting here smiling-just smiling. Even after the spot had finished and as I am typing in this comment, I am smiling. What a great job. I found you on Jeanne's Endo Blog. I am going to link to you as well. You can make me feel good each morning. Great! Great! Great! Thank You.
18	Linda H over 3 years ago from Castle Rock Anything with Kenny you know it's going to be awesome. Great commercial and awesome song. I just love Kenny Chesney!
19	Rachel P. over 3 years ago from USA Kenny Chesney
20	Steve S. over 3 years ago from Rochester, NY Who wrote the song?
21	David Z over 3 years ago from Lake Stevens, WA I just saw this commercial tonight and I kept waiting for the picture of some Major Beer brand to come up - but it never happend. I can't believe ads like this one exist! How do I donate to this foundation?
22	Dawn E. over 3 years ago from Pennsylvania I absolutely loved this commercial. Kenny Chesney is the best!
23	Colin about 4 years ago from Bahamas This commercial always makes me realize how special my wife and son are to me. I sing the song constantly.
24	Sherry L. about 4 years ago from Illinois USA Hearing Kenny Chesney's "The Good Stuff" made me take immediate notice of the Good Stuff Ad. I love the TV spot and that song is just so true and meaningful.
25	Kylie B. about 4 years ago from Salt Lake City, Utah USA I just Love T (the barkeeper)! He is not just that way on TV but in person too!
26	Teresa M about 4 years ago from South bend,IN "The Good Stuff" is so true I love this commercial!
27	Robert P. about 4 years ago from Los Angeles, California USA The comments about "The Old Barkeep" and his generosity are absolutely true and this is honestly the way this man is. I was in the parking lot of his restaurant in Utah at closing time when a homeless guy was walking by. "Barkeep" said "You hungry brother?" Me, "Barkeep", and the homeless guy ate the best bbq chicken on earth with beans and slaw and drank sodas on a warm evening. I will never forget his generosity.
28	Shen D. about 4 years ago from China I like it and I'm inspired.
29	Tim O. about 4 years ago from Concord, New Hampshire USA Please make this available for a download! As a married man myself, I would like to play this every day to remind myself what I have.
30	Ted S. about 4 years ago from Utah, USA The "barkeep" in this video is a very generous restaurateur in Utah. He and his lovely wife feed people in need, not to mention feeding the rest of us the best BBQ in the state! What a wonderful video made by wonderful folks.
31	Chris S. about 4 years ago from Logan, Utah USA I've been friends with the bartender in this one for a little over a year and I'm here to tell you that is no act... he really is that kind of guy!
32	Ed O. over 4 years ago from Syosset, New York USA My wife and I just saw for the first time your Good Stuff TV spot. Wonderful. We have been married 40 years (this past July) and the message of the barkeeper is so true --- not always easy, and not always the best --- but it ends up Good Stuff if you give it the effort and hang in there. Just like the young lad went home to his wife! Bravo
33	Kristine D. over 4 years ago from Medinah, Illinois USA I just saw this commercial and ran to my computer to see what this is all about. I've been married for a little over a month and am realizing, already, that marriage is tough work. My husband and I have been through a lot before and after the wedding, but we've been through many more happy, wonderful times and we love each other very dearly. This message you are putting out there with remembering "The Good Stuff" is a huge blessing to society and thank you for putting it out there for us all to see. A lot of times we lose track and forget about the good times and focus on the bad. We should all focus on the good times to make life a little bit better. I PROMISE to pass it on!!!!
34	Rishi M. over 4 years ago from Atlanta, Georgia USA I'm inspired...
35	Natasha C. over 4 years ago from USA Having recognized the actors in this cute commerical, I had to come check out your website. This is the first I've heard of The Foundation for a Better Life and am thrilled to see this kind of organized effort in place to encourage some sorely needed values in society. I will definitely pass on the word.
36	Nikum P. over 4 years ago from Uganda Life becomes easy only when you have faith and friends indeed to talk to.
37	Angie G. over 4 years ago from Texas, USA I love it! The Good Stuff Is what is all about!!!!!
38	over 4 years ago from Yay. I like it!
39	Raj B. over 4 years ago from Nepal Very Intresting.
40	Otis O. over 4 years ago from Danville, Kentucky USA Life is this simple. WE make it difficult. Thanks for reminding me what's important.

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