I have always loved Jeff Bates..it takes a lot of courage to ask for forgiveness.. I whispered to my Momma at her hospital bed, i told her what i did and i pray everyday she heard me and gave me that forgiveness i prayed for that day she went away to heaven.
Hello Denise 👋 Simple music can make you sing, a simple hug can make you feel better, simple things can make you happy, I hope my simple hello will make you smile.
I heard this song along time ago never meant anything until now I been 3 weeks clean but its cost me my wife and daughter I'm going to church now I need everyone to pray my wife will give me one more chance I love her with all my heart and soul I've put her through a lot and I'm paying for it now I just need that one second chance to show her how much my family means to me
3 years released for the methamphetamine addiction, I used so I would lose weight, I know all this to well..God gave me my second chance and I'm grateful of the person I am today.
Hello Beautiful 👋 Simple music can make you sing, a simple hug can make you feel better, simple things can make you happy, I hope my simple hello will make you smile.
It takes a heck of a man to admit to his mistakes and to be this public about his past. Jeff should be a major country star . He has more talent and heart in his music than fifty of these pop bromance performers of today.
I agree, almost everyone has an addiction, food, drugs, alcohol, etc... the problem is, it is hard to trust at this point. Sadly this is normally a recurring behavior with the select few and how man people / families suffer because of one with an addiction. The reason is there are few who are truly sorry and end up rehab. I'm glad he did, and a blessing for sure. He has a wonderful voice, but this isn't the same song sadly for everyone.
I saw him in concert at the Warf in Orange Beach in 2005 with Montgomery Gentry and Billy Carrington. he was famous then (This song was out). Loved him!
7 years clean for me and I can relate to Jeff and this song...I'm proud of him for being honest about his problems and overcoming them. He's a great artist that deserves more radio play and recognition from the music industry... Anyone out there who has been through addiction or is currently going through it I wish you the best and you can get your life back and those who matter won't care about your past and those who care about your past don't matter ..just stay strong and honest with yourself
Damn, what a song! Been clean & sober one day at a time for going on 11 years now. Watching this absolutely tore my heart up. Thank you God for my own second chance.
Because I've lived the life of a homeless Person adittced to meth for 3 and half years of my life was darkness you pass the bottle around hopeing you would come too that your life would change then you come down from the high or drunkenness and find your left more empty inside than you've been from hoping you can get a second chance
@@jeffbates5322 I was clean for 17 years, served out an 18 year prison sentence, 17 felonies on my record. In 2004, I was charged with manufacturing meth. I have even gave back to the community and took the message of hope into two detention centers for 13 years. BUT I still can’t get housing because of the manufacturing charge in 2004. I lost hope and had 2 relapses. Each relapse caused me to loose jobs. I have lived in motels and my car. It has even caused me to have financial issues. Thank you for sharing your story and I love this song!! I listen to it ALL THE TIME!! Remember me in your prayers please…thank you!
I used to do meth and drink whiskey and one day I ended up in the hospital and that what changed my life because my husband almost lost me . Thank God god helped me out to understand that I have a life to live and not to waste it
Jeff Bates, not sure who you are, but you have a new fan! You are just what I need. From the bottom of my heart, thank you. I just got out of federal prison, and you touched on everything im dealing with in this song. Amazing, and thank you. I needed this more than you could ever imagine
This song gives me chills.i remember the very first time I listen to jeff bates song on utube,his so amazing 👏. Where are you listening from Christina?
The bottle is my drug. I never lost my wife or children yet. I didn't lose that life we've worked for. But for the fist time in a long time I hit my knees and asked God to help me. I begged him to help me. Just when I thought he ignored me and just when I was thought I needed that bottle again I opened TH-cam and this was the first song that came up.
It took me 20 minutes to find this online. This video the last time I saw it was years ago. Because of the intro, is the reason I sought it out. Thank you Jeff!
Amen This Song Is Awesome and God Bless You and Your Family and Always Keep Your Head Up. Jesus will Never Let His Children Go. Amen and Congratulations and Keep up.
Getting a second chance to live a normal is the best thing that I was given.yrs of jail,addiction,violence n crime.as well as having mental health,depression etc.if you get a second chance in life,take it.we all made mistakes in life's n regret them.
i cant help but thinking how awesome this man is by sharing his story with us all.. God bless him and his beautiful family ..... on his new Journey in life....
Diana Bolle i know were he is coming from. i just got my second chance in life. and its the best feeling in the world. i think god ever day for my second chance.
There is a big (DIFFERENCE) saying that you are sorry AND THEN THERE IS DOING IT AS WILL!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Doing it and saying that you are going to do it is (2) DIFFERENT THINGS. And then to make a song out of itto help other's (WOW WHAT A GREAT GUY)
congrats on your anniversary Im recovering from alcoholism but I did enjoy prescription pills currently 5 months sober from alcohol and 1 year and 7 months clean from drugs
Congratulations sweetheart. I've been sober for a long while now. My niece is 32 & heroin took away more then half her life but, has been clean since 2016,thank god. Keep up the fight hun. I'm pulling for you. 😇
I lost my wife of 20 years and I also went to jail for awhile but I never want to see meth ever again and I'm 63 years old now so my advice to all of you younger folks out there is if you love your life and your family please stay off meth and all the other drugs out there that are so ready available on our streets today
I love Jeff Bates he is very real about life and there's not the first person out there is perfect and you turned your life around and I'm very proud of you and there's a lot more. People out there that needs someone to talk to and listen and to help them and some of them thinks nobody cares about them but I promise you it's people out there that does and I'm one of those people if I can help someone I will in any way I can I might not have the money to help them but I promise you that I can help them by getting down on our knee's together and pray and I would talk to them and pray with them and give them a second chance . I love you Jeff Bates and I love your music and thank you so much for that song and video I'm sure you helped a lot of people . Thank you for telling millions of people about your life . Love and God bless you .
You can do it ,dig down deep ,I know you can do it ,we can pray for anyone but it has to be your choice ..don't give up ,give it up to the lord..it's possible ,anything possible with the lord
I'm over 6 Years clean from Heroin. My clean date is 3/17/2011. I run A recovery Group In Facebook And I shared This Song In it And everyone Was Blown away By It. VERY powerful song!!! I'm A Very Big Fan Jeff!!!
I was addicted to methamphetamines and when I heard this it made me cry because he experienced the same things pretty much that I did. My ex moved my son about half a state away and everything was so real. I felt his pain. I lived it every day and now I celebrated a year clean in February and wouldn't go back for all the money in the world. My son is my inspiration.
This song gives me chills.i remember the very first time I listen to jeff bates song on utube,his so amazing 👏. Where are you listening from cassandra?
Takes a hell of man or woman to admit they have addiction and admit what they done we all deserve second chance keep doing you I am proud of you and I am clean sober too off of meth and pills and alcohol
This song gives me chills.i remember the very first time I listen to jeff bates song on utube,his so amazing 👏. Where are you listening from Christina?
I can testify to the title of the song and the message in it. Nothing to do with what he went through, but when you've had that first chance , screwed up, then begged the Good Lord for that second chance and it comes, you get down on your knees and you thank God
I have cried so many times over this song. My son tonight gets his 1st of many days in jail/prison. Hopefully he will get his 1st clear thoughts in 20 years and come back and be the man I know he can be. I am praying Paul. I am on your side. My baby you will always be. Love, your mom.
Great song. It really hits close to home.I am going thru the same thing and expect it to be this way the rest of my life.No matter how hard I work to escape my past it just won't go away.Every time I believe it's going away something happens that makes it rear it's ugly head again.I respect you ,Mr.Bates so very much.Not only are you a great singer .But a great songwriter too.Thanks,for putting words to what I would like too.Keep up the good work and may the Lord bless you.
A couple years ago, I met Jeff Bates. I had no idea what he was going through. I spoke to him like I knew him as a friend. I just said, be careful on the road my friend. He looked at me like I knew what he was going through. It was something I won't forget. This song makes me proud of that moment. God bless you JB!
I love this song cause we all make choices we hope to be forgiven for. For me it is a theft I cannot lose the shame and guilt of. Thank you Jeff your an inspiration to us all!
This is a Amazing song and Jeff Bates is 1 heck of a man to admit the things he has done wrong but Thank God for second chances! I have a few family members that are addicts and I hope and pray they could listen to this song. Addicts dont just hurt themselves, it hurts the whole family! My heart goes out to any of you that face this addiction demon every day and I hope and pray you get that second chance! Sending my love and hugs from eastern North Carolina ❤🤗🤛
You're AMAZING Jeff .....I love your story..... God Bless you and your family. This song is awesome....takes a real man to admit his mistakes in front of all to see and you can help others to do the same so they can get help. Stay strong in God and Jesus. Everyone deserves another chance for a real life with someone on their side to look up to. You're a strong role model for all with addictions by letting them know that they are not alone and that they can overcome it with faith. 🙏🙏
Brother , you are AWESOME! Seen you 3 times in Columbus,OH. Not only were you incredible, you treated ALL of your fans like they were Family. Made my Mom's Year!
OMG! Tears rolled down my face too I was almost screaming when he pulled out the pipe! Please continue with your work! Extra prayers sent your way!!!!❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
I have known several that have come in my life in passing that have been where this young man has been. This song really does tell the story and it is true how those who had made a poor choice can change. A poor choice don't mean a bad person. God Bless
Jeff, I met you years ago at the Fort Hood Welcome the Troops back in 2004. Your story has really affected my life. I now find myself going into prisons to witness to the men there. I have made contacts and friends who all need a second chance. I think God there are people out there that are willing to give good men a second chance after they make a mistake. Thanks for sharing your story back then and here on TH-cam! God bless you Jeff.
i am 5 months sober off a 10 year meth addiction....My daughter who i havent seen in 10 years messaged me a few days ago and wants to be apart of my life...She is giving me a second chance to be the father i never was due to my addiction..This song hit home for so long...Thank you for this great song
This song has so many parallels with veterans getting out of the military. Just replace the stigma of a conviction with the stigma surrounding ptsd and it’s a perfect fit
I can't Watch or Listen to this without Crying. It's every step MY SON. This BREAK'S a Mother's Heart, everyday! Keep up the GOOD WORK! You are in My Prayer's along with My Son... ❤
My late husband was a 25 year meth addict, he was 2 years clean a sober when we met, THIS is so important to me to share these stories ... Jeff THANK YOU
I was a heroin addict for three hard years.. stole from my grandma the niceat woman that had ever come into my life... But ice been clean 11 years now.. i cant say how it meant to me that before she died she forgave me.... I dont think i ever cried so much or felt so much love/compassion/understanding... I love you grandma. I'm still sorry. R.I.P.
I absolutely love this song. It really means a lot to me. It reminds me of my daddy, he used to do drugs and was in and out of my life when i was growing up and now im 16 and hes been here and taking care of me since i was 13. Hes changed so much, my mom couldve said he wasnt gonna see me but she gave him one second chance and hes my biggest hero and if wasnt for him i wouldnt be the person i am today. i love you daddy and im proud of you for straightening your life out
my youngest son is a addict breaks my heart i pray every day please god help my son my other son got clean after 20 years i live a night mare its every day
Great job! I hope I can say that five years from now. On August 3,2018 I put meth down, hopefully forever, after 11 years of living high. It ain’t easy but I believe it’s worth it
hits close to home. my brother (62 yrs old) died from drug overdose in February and every time I listen to this song I sure wish he could have beat them drugs. he was my hero but he just couldnt shake them. miss you brother
Thank you so much God is good and forgiving most people are too I pray for strength and blessings for you for the rest of your life keep up the awesome work and thanks for sharing
Hello Kimberly 👋 Simple music can make you sing, a simple hug can make you feel better, simple things can make you happy, I hope my simple hello will make you smile.
I lost my best friend in 1988 from someone addictedTo drugs and alcohol. She was struck and died in the helicopter on the way to the nearest hospital. I still miss my friend, the lady who hit her was heavily fined idk if she got help but it made me stay away from drugs. Thank you Jeff for this song. Everyone deserves a second Chance!!
this song has helped me walk away from methamphetamine and never wanna go back to it his story is the same as mine and because of him and the good Lord himself I have seen a new path and I take the second chance I was given to heart thanks Jeff bates for releasing this song
God bless you brother. We all have our ups, downs, lows, and bumps. Takes a true man to admit his faults. Wish the best for you and you're family. I haven't had the pressure of a live performance, but I hope to soon. God bless you brother!! Stay strong my man!!!
you and I have the same addiction I've been clean 20 years and I thank God everyday for not given up on me !! love you and your song , God bless you from a big fan
God gave me a second chance now i am going to a support group , and i haven't touched any kind of bad drug in a lot years i am happy to be drug free i still get the urge to use but i don't because god gave me and my husband a second chance to get clean.
this song reminds me of my dad he has been on drugs his whole life and starting tomorrow he is putting his self in a rehab I'm so proud of him I have faith in him I never thought I would have a parent who dose that it breaks my heart!!!
Pigeon forge is beautiful great ppl and place seems to alway be sun shinning there i grown up here deffenetly a good place cause its were familys come to vacation and newlyweds come to honey moon so most ppl are 8n a happy place when there here lots of reasons all around to remind you of what ur missing good luck.....
This song is an anthem to many, providing strength to those who need it the most in the most critical of times of their lives....great song....great voice....sincerity in that powerful voice in this powerful song
I love you Jeff. Congrats on your 5 years. I lost a daughter i 1/2 years ago because of her life long addiction. I know she is in a better place. She was 46.God bless you.
I want to meet Jeff bates one time in my life. I was young and I was stupid. I lived the life he talks about on this song. The only difference is i was lucky and didn't get caught. But what the difference when people still judge by what you did? I lost a great job, because of my choices. I went from having the world by the balls to having nothing cause I sold it gave it away, so I could stay high that much longer. I am glad my boss gave me that second chance, I now have a girl that loves me for who I am and not for who I was.
I have always loved Jeff Bates..it takes a lot of courage to ask for forgiveness.. I whispered to my Momma at her hospital bed, i told her what i did and i pray everyday she heard me and gave me that forgiveness i prayed for that day she went away to heaven.
58 ,My Momma's 81, she's not gonna be here forever!! Don't know how I'm gonna make it when she goes!! Love you Mama!!
My wife is almost 13 years sober and I thank God for that. Life wouldn't be worth it without her
I have done it 3 times in the last 20 years. I am so proud of you and all of us ex heads lol
I totally understand I was there and I'm sober now I didnt take from nobody but I robbed myself of so much.. I'm thankful my eyes opened God bless you
God Answers all prayers..🙏I met you long ago.Mississippi here..❣ You deserve it.
Hello Denise 👋 Simple music can make you sing, a simple hug can make you feel better, simple things can make you happy, I hope my simple hello will make you smile.
I ask them to give Jeff a second chance and he on tour now..🎉😊
I'm a writer ..
This song gives me chills.i remember the very first time I listen to jeff bates song on utube,his so amazing 👏. Where are you listening from?
I'm crying now.. August 22nd is my sobriety date.. 42 years later, still the most significant story I have. Grace..
This song gives me chills.i remember the very first time I listen to jeff bates song on utube,his so amazing 👏. Where are you listening from?
12 years clean!! Amen 🙏🏼🙏🏽❤️🩹
I heard this song along time ago never meant anything until now I been 3 weeks clean but its cost me my wife and daughter I'm going to church now I need everyone to pray my wife will give me one more chance I love her with all my heart and soul I've put her through a lot and I'm paying for it now I just need that one second chance to show her how much my family means to me
3 years released for the methamphetamine addiction, I used so I would lose weight, I know all this to well..God gave me my second chance and I'm grateful of the person I am today.
Hello Beautiful 👋 Simple music can make you sing, a simple hug can make you feel better, simple things can make you happy, I hope my simple hello will make you smile.
This song gives me chills.i remember the very first time I listen to jeff bates song on utube,his so amazing 👏. Where are you listening from?
16 days sober ,knowing jeff personally this song is what I need today
Hope you are still clean
In my prayers friend. Hope your still fighting the good fight.
It takes a heck of a man to admit to his mistakes and to be this public about his past. Jeff should be a major country star . He has more talent and heart in his music than fifty of these pop bromance performers of today.
I agree brother. He is talented and has a great voice! God bless you Jeff!
Hes amazing. I love this song so much.
I agree, almost everyone has an addiction, food, drugs, alcohol, etc... the problem is, it is hard to trust at this point. Sadly this is normally a recurring behavior with the select few and how man people / families suffer because of one with an addiction. The reason is there are few who are truly sorry and end up rehab. I'm glad he did, and a blessing for sure. He has a wonderful voice, but this isn't the same song sadly for everyone.
Totally agree
I saw him in concert at the Warf in Orange Beach in 2005 with Montgomery Gentry and Billy Carrington. he was famous then (This song was out). Loved him!
7 years clean for me and I can relate to Jeff and this song...I'm proud of him for being honest about his problems and overcoming them. He's a great artist that deserves more radio play and recognition from the music industry... Anyone out there who has been through addiction or is currently going through it I wish you the best and you can get your life back and those who matter won't care about your past and those who care about your past don't matter ..just stay strong and honest with yourself
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Damn, what a song! Been clean & sober one day at a time for going on 11 years now. Watching this absolutely tore my heart up. Thank you God for my own second chance.
This man needs to be on the radio people so he can tell his story he is a great singer
God bless you love your music
Yeah okay 😂
Tears rolled down my checked; only those that can relate would understand that change starts with faith! Amen!
How do you know that it's true
Because I've lived the life of a homeless Person adittced to meth for 3 and half years of my life was darkness you pass the bottle around hopeing you would come too that your life would change then you come down from the high or drunkenness and find your left more empty inside than you've been from hoping you can get a second chance
That's right sweetie. That is 💯.
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I been a meth head for 5 years and I got off of it and cleaned for 3yrs and I can't find forgiveness from no one
Your music is still loved! Thank you for your musicial contribution to life!
I love this song.... it's powerful!! Pray my husband stays clean when he comes home from prison!!
Thanks alot❣️
@@jeffbates5322 I was clean for 17 years, served out an 18 year prison sentence, 17 felonies on my record. In 2004, I was charged with manufacturing meth. I have even gave back to the community and took the message of hope into two detention centers for 13 years. BUT I still can’t get housing because of the manufacturing charge in 2004. I lost hope and had 2 relapses. Each relapse caused me to loose jobs. I have lived in motels and my car. It has even caused me to have financial issues. Thank you for sharing your story and I love this song!! I listen to it ALL THE TIME!! Remember me in your prayers please…thank you!
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@hotlatino7220 it's not a joke have some respect I dealt with it to so grow up
I used to do meth and drink whiskey and one day I ended up in the hospital and that what changed my life because my husband almost lost me . Thank God god helped me out to understand that I have a life to live and not to waste it
This song gives me chills.i remember the very first time I listen to jeff bates song on utube,his so amazing 👏. Where are you listening from?
Jeff Bates, not sure who you are, but you have a new fan! You are just what I need. From the bottom of my heart, thank you. I just got out of federal prison, and you touched on everything im dealing with in this song. Amazing, and thank you. I needed this more than you could ever imagine
This was so sad
But at least he has the balls to talk about it. ❤❤❤
This song gives me chills.i remember the very first time I listen to jeff bates song on utube,his so amazing 👏. Where are you listening from Christina?
The bottle is my drug. I never lost my wife or children yet. I didn't lose that life we've worked for. But for the fist time in a long time I hit my knees and asked God to help me. I begged him to help me. Just when I thought he ignored me and just when I was thought I needed that bottle again I opened TH-cam and this was the first song that came up.
It took me 20 minutes to find this online. This video the last time I saw it was years ago. Because of the intro, is the reason I sought it out. Thank you Jeff!
i heard this song in prison and ive been out 6 months off drugs living happy this song changed my life
🙌🙌AMEN!🌟 #23yrsSoberAndClean
#Recovery #AddictionOfDeseaseIsReal
#Sobriety #Addiction
Wish you the best!!
I hope you’re happy and you’re free again
Amen This Song Is Awesome and God Bless You and Your Family and Always Keep Your Head Up. Jesus will Never Let His Children Go. Amen and Congratulations and Keep up.
Getting a second chance to live a normal is the best thing that I was given.yrs of jail,addiction,violence n crime.as well as having mental health,depression etc.if you get a second chance in life,take it.we all made mistakes in life's n regret them.
15 years sober for thank Jeff for sharing this song with the world there are a lot of people that can relate to this song
What an Amazing Testimony you Have Jeff Bates...
So Proud of you... Love your song as well....
i cant help but thinking how awesome this man is by sharing his story with us all.. God bless him and his beautiful family ..... on his new Journey in life....
No kidding....it takes a real person to admit their faults. It hurts but the forgiveness received is beyond any words spoken.
you are right
Diana Bolle i know were he is coming from. i just got my second chance in life. and its the best feeling in the world. i think god ever day for my second chance.
There is a big (DIFFERENCE) saying that you are sorry AND THEN THERE IS DOING IT AS WILL!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Doing it and saying that you are going to do it is (2) DIFFERENT THINGS. And then to make a song out of itto help other's (WOW WHAT A GREAT GUY)
This is a great song by Jeff Bates i like this song but i never did drugs
4 years clean yesterday
congrats on your anniversary Im recovering from alcoholism but I did enjoy prescription pills currently 5 months sober from alcohol and 1 year and 7 months clean from drugs
Annessa W
Nice one... Keep getting better.... 🇬🇧
Congratulations
Bless you
Congratulations sweetheart. I've been sober for a long while now. My niece is 32 & heroin took away more then half her life but, has been clean since 2016,thank god. Keep up the fight hun. I'm pulling for you. 😇
Ty. Mr Bates for your great words of wisdom I love to give you on pat your shoulders I'm 32 years clean sober from hard core drugs my hat off to you
I lost my wife of 20 years and I also went to jail for awhile but I never want to see meth ever again and I'm 63 years old now so my advice to all of you younger folks out there is if you love your life and your family please stay off meth and all the other drugs out there that are so ready available on our streets today
Amen brother
I love Jeff Bates he is very real about life and there's not the first person out there is perfect and you turned your life around and I'm very proud of you and there's a lot more. People out there that needs someone to talk to and listen and to help them and some of them thinks nobody cares about them but I promise you it's people out there that does and I'm one of those people if I can help someone I will in any way I can I might not have the money to help them but I promise you that I can help them by getting down on our knee's together and pray and I would talk to them and pray with them and give them a second chance . I love you Jeff Bates and I love your music and thank you so much for that song and video I'm sure you helped a lot of people . Thank you for telling millions of people about your life . Love and God bless you .
I'm proud of you Jeff for getting clean I'm a addict myself please pray for me
I'm praying for you Denetta God bless you
Prayers from Texas
Dear denetta I also was a addict and knows how hard it is to kick the habit of addiction but it can be done good luck to you you will be in my prayers
I sent one up for you
You can do it ,dig down deep ,I know you can do it ,we can pray for anyone but it has to be your choice ..don't give up ,give it up to the lord..it's possible ,anything possible with the lord
I'm over 6 Years clean from Heroin. My clean date is 3/17/2011. I run A recovery Group In Facebook And I shared This Song In it And everyone Was Blown away By It. VERY powerful song!!! I'm A Very Big Fan Jeff!!!
This song gives me chills.i remember the very first time I listen to jeff bates song on utube,his so amazing 👏. Where are you listening from?
I was addicted to methamphetamines and when I heard this it made me cry because he experienced the same things pretty much that I did. My ex moved my son about half a state away and everything was so real. I felt his pain. I lived it every day and now I celebrated a year clean in February and wouldn't go back for all the money in the world. My son is my inspiration.
Good for you! :)
I'm going threw the exact thing with my wife and our son ... :/
I was to God has a better plan for us no matter what people think there is better things in life then drugs God bless u man
So proud of you brother! I too have been clean off of drugs almost 11 years! One Day At A Time My Friend!
Congratulations
I made it six years sober from meth this year in March and my brother showed me this song and it's now my favorite song
This song gives me chills.i remember the very first time I listen to jeff bates song on utube,his so amazing 👏. Where are you listening from cassandra?
How can anyone dislike this song. Thank you for sharing your testimony with us all. God Bless!
Takes a hell of man or woman to admit they have addiction and admit what they done we all deserve second chance keep doing you I am proud of you and I am clean sober too off of meth and pills and alcohol
This song gives me chills.i remember the very first time I listen to jeff bates song on utube,his so amazing 👏. Where are you listening from Christina?
I've just finished detox after 17 years. What are beautiful song. Thankyou so much from Australia. 🙏💕
This song gives me chills.i remember the very first time I listen to Travis tritt on utube,his so amazing 👏. Where are you listening from?
Thank you for your sharing of your story... it's hard to get that second chance... keep it strong in your heart.. I'm proud of you!!
This song gives me chills.i remember the very first time I listen to jeff bates song on utube,his so amazing 👏. Where are you listening from Debra?
I can testify to the title of the song and the message in it. Nothing to do with what he went through, but when you've had that first chance , screwed up, then begged the Good Lord for that second chance and it comes, you get down on your knees and you thank God
Magic Hitler Long shot?? huh? what do you mean by that?
David Rice amen brother.
Even the best fall down.....but always get up....❤️
This is a very good song 😊😊❤
This man was and still is amazing.
you couldn't meet a sweeter man, wonderful singer and heck of a songwriter.
I have cried so many times over this song. My son tonight gets his 1st of many days in jail/prison. Hopefully he will get his 1st clear thoughts in 20 years and come back and be the man I know he can be. I am praying Paul. I am on your side. My baby you will always be. Love, your mom.
Great song. It really hits close to home.I am going thru the same thing and expect it to be this way the rest of my life.No matter how hard I work to escape my past it just won't go away.Every time I believe it's going away something happens that makes it rear it's ugly head again.I respect you ,Mr.Bates so very much.Not only are you a great singer .But a great songwriter too.Thanks,for putting words to what I would like too.Keep up the good work and may the Lord bless you.
A couple years ago, I met Jeff Bates. I had no idea what he was going through. I spoke to him like I knew him as a friend. I just said, be careful on the road my friend. He looked at me like I knew what he was going through. It was something I won't forget. This song makes me proud of that moment. God bless you JB!
I love this song cause we all make choices we hope to be forgiven for. For me it is a theft I cannot lose the shame and guilt of. Thank you Jeff your an inspiration to us all!
This is a Amazing song and Jeff Bates is 1 heck of a man to admit the things he has done wrong but Thank God for second chances! I have a few family members that are addicts and I hope and pray they could listen to this song. Addicts dont just hurt themselves, it hurts the whole family! My heart goes out to any of you that face this addiction demon every day and I hope and pray you get that second chance! Sending my love and hugs from eastern North Carolina ❤🤗🤛
@@brandon556 howdy from eastern North Carolina!🙋🏼♀️
@@brandon556 not much! What about you?
This song gives me chills.i remember the very first time I listen to jeff bates song on utube,his so amazing 👏. Where are you listening from?😊
You're AMAZING Jeff .....I love your story..... God Bless you and your family. This song is awesome....takes a real man to admit his mistakes in front of all to see and you can help others to do the same so they can get help. Stay strong in God and Jesus. Everyone deserves another chance for a real life with someone on their side to look up to. You're a strong role model for all with addictions by letting them know that they are not alone and that they can overcome it with faith. 🙏🙏
Brother , you are AWESOME! Seen you 3 times in Columbus,OH. Not only were you incredible, you treated ALL of your fans like they were Family. Made my Mom's Year!
OMG! Tears rolled down my face too
I was almost screaming when he pulled out the pipe!
Please continue with your work!
Extra prayers sent your way!!!!❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
This song gives me chills.i remember the very first time I listen to Travis tritt on utube,his so amazing 👏. Where are you listening from?
I luv this man, he's turned his life over to God, met him a few years back, he was a judge in our kareoke contest
I have known several that have come in my life in passing that have been where this young man has been. This song really does tell the story and it is true how those who had made a poor choice can change. A poor choice don't mean a bad person. God Bless
Jeff, I met you years ago at the Fort Hood Welcome the Troops back in 2004. Your story has really affected my life. I now find myself going into prisons to witness to the men there. I have made contacts and friends who all need a second chance. I think God there are people out there that are willing to give good men a second chance after they make a mistake. Thanks for sharing your story back then and here on TH-cam! God bless you Jeff.
Thank you, I needed that forgiveness. To be able to forgive myself. Thank you Matt.
My life story ! 76 alone but surviving ! Thankyou for the story being told
i am 5 months sober off a 10 year meth addiction....My daughter who i havent seen in 10 years messaged me a few days ago and wants to be apart of my life...She is giving me a second chance to be the father i never was due to my addiction..This song hit home for so long...Thank you for this great song
God bless brother
This song has so many parallels with veterans getting out of the military. Just replace the stigma of a conviction with the stigma surrounding ptsd and it’s a perfect fit
I’m thankful that my brother got his 2nd chance. He took it and is running with it. I’m so proud of him.
I lost my daughter to drugs. I prayed for God to take her demons away. My baby girl is at peace now.
I can't Watch or Listen to this without Crying. It's every step MY SON. This BREAK'S a Mother's Heart, everyday! Keep up the GOOD WORK! You are in My Prayer's along with My Son... ❤
My late husband was a 25 year meth addict, he was 2 years clean a sober when we met, THIS is so important to me to share these stories ... Jeff THANK YOU
Thanks for your time and support towards me... Peggy ❤️
@@jeffbates5322 have been from the first song!
@@nvr2old2livelife You're welcome,you can also drop your email address,so that I can easily reach out to real fan like you 💖💓😍
How are you feeling today Peggy...you stop talking to me 💓 but I care about you always
This song gives me chills.i remember the very first time I listen to Travis tritt on utube,his so amazing 👏. Where are you listening from?
I was a heroin addict for three hard years.. stole from my grandma the niceat woman that had ever come into my life... But ice been clean 11 years now.. i cant say how it meant to me that before she died she forgave me.... I dont think i ever cried so much or felt so much love/compassion/understanding... I love you grandma. I'm still sorry. R.I.P.
I can say I woke up one day and see my life was nothing after I lost everyone
I absolutely love this song. It really means a lot to me. It reminds me of my daddy, he used to do drugs and was in and out of my life when i was growing up and now im 16 and hes been here and taking care of me since i was 13. Hes changed so much, my mom couldve said he wasnt gonna see me but she gave him one second chance and hes my biggest hero and if wasnt for him i wouldnt be the person i am today. i love you daddy and im proud of you for straightening your life out
Thank you for this song. I have been clean from meth for 22 years and 3 months now thank you Jesus.
I've chased my own demons... its hard
I hope your doing great Katty
I know you can stop. I believe in you. You just have to believe in yourself. You know who you are. My favorite bean
This song gives me chills.i remember the very first time I listen to jeff bates song on utube,his so amazing 👏. Where are you listening from Diana?
2019 still bumping this im 20 years been 5 months clean from meth I'm more proud of myself then ever im finally doing right
Awesome!!! keep it up. so proud of you. No place left but up from here. :) !!!! Hugs
my youngest son is a addict breaks my heart i pray every day please god help my son my other son got clean after 20 years i live a night mare its every day
shona goobie I’m sorry I hope he sees the light eventually sooner later & I’ve been sober since 12/7/18
This song gives me chills.i remember the very first time I listen to jeff bates song on utube,his so amazing 👏. Where are you listening from?
I was a addict for 3 years I've been clean for 5 years now
Good on you mate, you can keep doing it!!!!
That good
congrats. i've had friends and family battle the demon that is addiction
Respect brother!
Great job! I hope I can say that five years from now. On August 3,2018 I put meth down, hopefully forever, after 11 years of living high. It ain’t easy but I believe it’s worth it
hits close to home. my brother (62 yrs old) died from drug overdose in February and every time I listen to this song I sure wish he could have beat them drugs. he was my hero but he just couldnt shake them. miss you brother
Thank you for this song. God sent it to me tonight and it really helped heal me. Been sober from methamphetamine for almost two months. Praise God!
Conard Nunn told me about you,and I always keep you in my prayers!
This song gives me chills.i remember the very first time I listen to jeff bates song on utube,his so amazing 👏. Where are you listening from?
Luv this man ….beautiful testimony....and song
Thank you so much God is good and forgiving most people are too I pray for strength and blessings for you for the rest of your life keep up the awesome work and thanks for sharing
Hello Kimberly 👋 Simple music can make you sing, a simple hug can make you feel better, simple things can make you happy, I hope my simple hello will make you smile.
I swear he is melting the ice in my sweet tea! LOVE THAT VOICE!
Wow i didnt know this im so happy you have changed your life around for the better
Wow ! What a powerful song. Love it.
Yes it is
Yes it is
You are a brave man, GodBless He will Carry you thru.
This song gives me chills.i remember the very first time I listen to jeff bates song on utube,his so amazing 👏. Where are you listening from barbara?
I lost my best friend in 1988 from someone addictedTo drugs and alcohol. She was struck and died in the helicopter on the way to the nearest hospital. I still miss my friend, the lady who hit her was heavily fined idk if she got help but it made me stay away from drugs. Thank you Jeff for this song. Everyone deserves a second Chance!!
Tonya Lafarr you might look her up one day might provide alittle comfort if she took it hard an changed her life
This song gives me chills.i remember the very first time I listen to jeff bates song on utube,his so amazing 👏. Where are you listening from?
God bless you on your road to recovery
I have been sober 4 and a half years now
Thank you for this beautiful song ♥️ 🎵
this song has helped me walk away from methamphetamine and never wanna go back to it his story is the same as mine and because of him and the good Lord himself I have seen a new path and I take the second chance I was given to heart thanks Jeff bates for releasing this song
Hardest thing ever brother hope you keep up the good work
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My cousin has went through 2 rehabs for crack, it's not sinking in, she relapsed again and disappeared and no one knows where the fuck she's at
5 years sober from drugs. i'm glad i had family and few friends back then to help me. I can relate to this song. Thank you Jeff for the song
God bless you brother. We all have our ups, downs, lows, and bumps. Takes a true man to admit his faults. Wish the best for you and you're family. I haven't had the pressure of a live performance, but I hope to soon. God bless you brother!! Stay strong my man!!!
You are so Good 💯 I am 22 year's clean now..but every day is a struggle..
This song gives me chills.i remember the very first time I listen to jeff bates song on utube,his so amazing 👏. Where are you listening from?
I forgot to say congratulations on being drug free for 5 years. You got this.
Now that is the power of the Holy Ghost and the work in a man and sinner. I'm glad that God made him a brother in Christ
35 years :) No booze,no drugs~
Hows it going? Still going strong?
you and I have the same addiction I've been clean 20 years and I thank God everyday for not given up on me !! love you and your song , God bless you from a big fan
Tears. Congratulations on your recovery.
I understand Jeff. I've been there. I have 6 years. Just keep doing the next right thing.....and keep 🙏 praying. We love you Jeff.
Totally awesome testimony and song...listen to the words carefully,,,it truly comes from his heart...
God gave me a second chance now i am going to a support group , and i haven't touched any kind of bad drug in a lot years i am happy to be drug free i still get the urge to use but i don't because god gave me and my husband a second chance to get clean.
this song reminds me of my dad he has been on drugs his whole life and starting tomorrow he is putting his self in a rehab I'm so proud of him I have faith in him I never thought I would have a parent who dose that it breaks my heart!!!
Pigeon forge is beautiful great ppl and place seems to alway be sun shinning there i grown up here deffenetly a good place cause its were familys come to vacation and newlyweds come to honey moon so most ppl are 8n a happy place when there here lots of reasons all around to remind you of what ur missing good luck.....
I hope your bad makes good luck Angel don't give up on your bad he will need all the help in the world okay🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
It's a heartbreaking pain that I wouldn't wish on any man!!!!😢👼😞
Powerful, Jeff. Looks like prayer worked. God is always good, and Jesus loves you, bro. He's the God of second chances.
Love his testimony! Love his music! Love him!
I just cried my eyes out. I wish my granddaughters father could watch this.
This song is an anthem to many, providing strength to those who need it the most in the most critical of times of their lives....great song....great voice....sincerity in that powerful voice in this powerful song
I love you Jeff. Congrats on your 5 years. I lost a daughter i 1/2 years ago because of her life long addiction. I know she is in a better place. She was 46.God bless you.
I want to meet Jeff bates one time in my life. I was young and I was stupid. I lived the life he talks about on this song. The only difference is i was lucky and didn't get caught. But what the difference when people still judge by what you did? I lost a great job, because of my choices. I went from having the world by the balls to having nothing cause I sold it gave it away, so I could stay high that much longer. I am glad my boss gave me that second chance, I now have a girl that loves me for who I am and not for who I was.
I've actually been blessed to meet him. He's a nice guy!!!
Thank u struggles real drug addiction is in every home some how .God bless us All..amen
This song gives me chills.i remember the very first time I listen to jeff bates song on utube,his so amazing 👏. Where are you listening from Cathy?
God bless you and may you enjoy your journey in life. . .
Cheryl Farley thanks brother sister
One day at a time with the help of God!
Good song!! I've been clean almost 7 years. will be 7 years on March 17th. please, If I can Get Clean So Can You! prayers To All Of you!!
This song gives me chills.i remember the very first time I listen to jeff bates song on utube,his so amazing 👏. Where are you listening from Tabitha?