My favorite song is his pretty recent live version of “Lost and Lonely” a song he wrote for his wife while in rehab for the last time. The ownership & realism , vulnerability he takes about is SO real & heart felt & the live version with just him, an acoustic guitar and a slide guitar is SO beautiful! If you haven’t seen it on TH-cam it’s so worth a watch. 🙂
Early Staind was so good. Their first album is a banger and when they entered this ballad style, they put out PHENOMINAL music! Epiphany is one of my favorite songs from Staind and it deserves a listen. Kind of the same wheelhouse as this one, but so broken down and just awesome! Great reaction.
It's been awhile since he wasn't a heroin addict..."cannot blame this on my father..." "I can still remember just the way you taste" "Since I could see myself straight" "All the shit seems to disappear when I'm with you" Heroin addicts are in misery until they get their dose. "Since I held my head up high"...heroin addicts NOD, they aren't holding their heads up much. And...nodding will also cause someone to unknowingly drop their lit cigarette and burn the place down, like at the end of the video! 7:30
Epiphany was like my childhood, for how messed up I was from everything I was going through as a child dealing with adhd at such a young age and poverty and with 1 parent basically. It was my favorite song as a kid at 12 or 13. I still get emotional from that song to this day. Amazing song!
@@scottthompson4193 Regardless of the popularity they DID see, they were still underrated. They were popular but not nearly as popular as they should have been.
The line "i cannot blame this on my father" always resonates with me as a recovering addict with an addict father, it wasnt his fault i used though it was mine and he did the best he could for me too. I love this song such a powerful song for recovering addicts.
It was the opposite with me. My dad became a Christian when I was around 13 and was preaching by the time I was 14. I just fell off of the deep end when a friend shot himself when we were 16 and in the navy I first tried shooting cocaine. I went progressively in a downward spiral until around 25 I overdosed on pure meth and barely survived. My dad had no way to relate to my struggle and no clue what to do. I just kept going further down until I ended up in prison for meth at 46. A prison rehab counselor took interest in me and my journey back began. I am a major alcoholic and drug addict. I am sober today. That is all that matters. ❤
Her being a therapist doesn't make her qualified to have an educated opinion on these songs but dummies like you will come on here and feed her fragile ego and tell her how important her opinion is. Her opinion means about as much as mine or yours. Yall are annoying af
I'd add that the live version is what needs to be reacted to. There is a level of emotion that he connects to with the lyrics that doesn't exist in the studio version
@jmike8934 the live version is good and he does show emotion value perfectly and should be reacted to. That being said the studio version is a definite listen to request on your own time as it in my own opinion is the best version
Aaron with this stripped down to him and an acoustic is incredible. You can FEEL it. He’s “that voice” for me when he’s in that place. “something to remind you” live at the Mohegan Sun is literally written into my will to play at my funeral. Him reflecting on life after being told about a fan committing suicide…..he FEELS it and he will make you feel it. ❤
I’ve watched ten or twelve of your videos in the last couple days. I like your perspective and insights. And on a basic human level… your reactions, your mannerisms, and your smile… make me smile. Thank you for that. 😊
I've felt every bit of the pain of not only this song, but every song on the entire album this song is on. I was in a pretty deep pit for a long time in the early 2000s - this lingering depression. Yet I kept wandering, looking for something, even if there was nothing to find. In early 2006, interestingly enough in the context of this channel; ya know what song you recently reacted to that pulled me out of that pit? It was "Stinkfist" by Tool. THAT song, lit a FIRE inside of me. Tool has often lended me strength through music.
The instance that you "take control to help that loved one ,and everyone else's comfort"takes so much from you. Is when your true existence shines through
Divorced three times, my depression issues, ptsd, and so on all basically drove everyone away. I’ve learned over the years that I need to work on things and therefore have sought help and tried. Still alone and go through a lot of days that I replay life and how I’ve dicked it all up. Still here though, still hopeful that I can find a way to get happiness and love back. Songs like this help
From djstarion: @Deadmaninc81 Hey friend! I totally get where you're coming from. I'm glad you've learned that you need to work on things and sought help! I do have a question, if that's okay. What kind of help have you reached out to? If you've reached out to a therapist or someone and it didn't work out, I'd highly suggest finding someone who specifically deals with PTSD. It's kinda like going to a doctor. There's general practice doctors and specialized ones. It's kinda the same way with mental health professionals. Finding the right one can be tricky, but when you do, it can be a huge help! Also, have you checked on any support groups in your area? They are an excellent option as well, because the best way to get your true feelings out and be supported and listened to is when you're talking to people who have gone through the same trials and situations you have. They've walked in your shoes, and fought your battles. It could definitely be worth looking into. Regardless, you've got this!
From toastaintbad: @Deadmaninc81 Hi @HeartSupport_Fans, It's awesome that you are trying to improve your mental health. I struggled with trauma once in awhile. Trauma is difficult to manage but I sometimes try to not get into my head. You can never changed in the past but all you can is reflect and fix those mistakes. Sometimes music helps me with mental health issues.
From lizuh: @Deadmaninc81 The most powerful thing to hold onto when struggling with anything like PTSD, depression etc is hope. Hope can push you into action and take your life back into your hands. You know that you want love and happiness, and you haven't given up on it. Regardless of your past choices, broken relationships etc, you are NEVER too far gone to turn around and walk in a direction towards healing.
From Shan: @Deadmaninc81 Hi friend, I'm sorry to hear about the ways your struggle with depression, ptsd, and mental health have impacted your life and your past relationships. However, I am so proud of you for taking steps to work on things and to seek help. That alone takes such strength and shows such growth. This is all a journey and a process. There will be good days and bad days where you think all about the past and that "only ifs" start to kick in. But I encourage you to stay strong. We can't change our past, only the present and our future. And you have already started the hard work towards that change. I'm glad to hear that you are still hopeful. I hope with you! And I believe in you, that you can and will find happiness and a healthy flourishing love. You deserve them both! :white_heart:
From Micro: @Deadmaninc81 Proud of you, friend. For seeking help and being open about what you've been struggling with. Depression, PTSD and the strain it can have on our relationships are huge burdens to carry. It's been strong of you to not let yourself carry those burdens alone anymore. I know there's a part of our mind when we're deep in the trenches that tries to convince us that nothing's worth it anymore. But through it all, through all days you've cried, felt numb or could only survive, *you* have always been worth it, my friend. There is a way through this, even if during some seasons time seems to be our only asset. I wholeheartedly believe in you. :heart:
And it's all God given talent. He does the worst things for his vocals. Drinks, smokes, doesn't warm up, doesn't cool down. And 20+ years later he srill sounds just as good. He even got back with staind and has done some screaming in the new stuff, back to an older my fav version of staind
Aaaah... That's a great great song... The feeling that Aaron puts into singing is unique, seeing him sing a live version is great!! I think he and Sully Erna are the kind who sound incredibly good live.
Despite their band name, Hatebreed is a band you should check out. They spew positivity in pretty much every song. "Defeatist", "I Will Be Heard", "To The Threshold", "This Is Now" & SO MANY others. Check them out! Enjoyed your reaction. I used to listen to "It's Been Awhile" SO MUCH back in the day. Keep up the GREAT work! 🤘🤘🤘
Hatebreed should definitely be checked out. They are amazing, full of positivity. If i remember, supremacy albumb was written when the singer was dealing with the loss of his father.
Second!! Can you please react to the band Hatebreed. "Destroy Everything", "defeatist", "I will be heard", "seven enemies" all excellent songs in my opinion.
thank you. i have depressions and when i'm way down i always wish i could be like i was before - silly, confident, spontaneous, adventurous,... - but i always feel like that's not possible. so hearing you say "it's been a while means it can be again" made me sob heavily and gave me hope that it is possible for me to be all of this again. surely not to the extent like before but at least a bit and at least not like now. it gave me hope that i can be able to chase some of my dreams again instead of grieving them. really thank you from the bottom of my heart for opening my eyes to things still beeing possible. (english is not my first language, so sorry for wording things strangely)
As someone who has serious borderline personality disorder and CPTSD, Ive always said to people "when in hell, everyone looks like a demon" you, your family, your friends, your partner, everyone looks bad. When you get in a place where nobody looks like help to you, not even yourself you feel true defeat. Something has to change. You have to get out of that hell to realize you're just a human, and so is everyone else. Nobody deserves to feel that hell and theres people out there that understand you. Dont let the evil win.
I cannot tell you how helpful you are to me. I've been listening to these songs for 30 years and did not have that perspective on them. They have always meant something to me. I've had some recent things in my life that are similar to The situations going on in this song. You really have my mind thinking another directions when it comes to my favorite music. I lost my son to suicide in 2019 and my wife left me a couple of years later. Since then I have been very alone. Heartbroken that I wasn't able to keep my family together.
From Micro: @user-zt4sm3go2i Oh friend. Thank you so much for being here and sharing all of this. I can’t even begin to imagine the depth of your pain right now. Losing your son to suicide is something no parent should ever have to endure. It’s like losing such a significant part of yourself, of your world. The heartbreak it leaves you with just doesn't go away. It’s always there somehow. Then to have your wife leave you a couple of years later, on top of everything - you have been experiencing such an unbearable amount of loss and sorrow. I wish to just send you lots of hugs right now, even if I know this won't make the pain go away. My heart goes out to you right now. The loneliness, I imagine, has become almost a companion during those years, making everything feel heavier and more difficult. It’s like carrying this immense weight on your own, trying to navigate a world that doesn’t make sense anymore ever since your own world has been broken to pieces. It’s this deep, gut-wrenching pain that hits you in waves, sometimes when you least expect it. Some days might feel almost manageable, and then out of nowhere, it’s like the grief, the regrets and the loneliness come crashing down all over again. It's understandable, and profoundly human, to feel lost in all of it. It also makes sense to feel like guilt has been taking over at times. Feeling like you couldn’t keep your family together and questioning what you could have done differently. Even if you might know rationally that what happened was beyond your control, there's a part of your heart that might long for a better explanation, and the possibility to make sense out of something that doesn't seem to have any. I hope my friend that, at the moment, you can take it one day at a time, or even one moment at a time when it feels all too overwhelming. You matter so very much. You’re seen, you’re heard, you are valued, even in the darkest of times. :heart:
I saw them open for korn on the issues tour back in 2000. That was when they were actually good. Now Aaron is a miserable person who puts his political views on full display instead of shutting up and playing his music
Another good video...dang it's been so long since I have listened to this song. Crazy to think how long it's been out now already. Still can't wait for you to do some more Ren, especially his song with Chincilla, "Chalk Outlines". The verses/message in there I think will blow you away, and can't wait to see how you interpret it.
This definitely brings back memories. I absolutely love Staind. Haven't listened to them in years. Break the cycle and Dysfunction were incredible albums. Need to react to more Staind for sure
I saw Staind at Reading Festival in the UK back in 2004 i think.... there was an issue with the amps or something and the band couldnt play, but rather than just walking off or being a diva about it, Aaron sat by himself and did an acoustic set... it was incredible! Later in the day he came out with Korn... great memories ... Staind Epiphany and Mudshovel are favourites from that era so many great bands back then
Saturday will be 13 years since I kicked opioids. Unfortunately, my active addiction left a huge damage path, including my first significant relationship. And it's been a while since I could say I love myself...maybe I never had that ability. But this song has been making me cry since high school.
From Lisalovesfeathers: @meghanmonroe Firstly can I say how bloody amazing it is that you have managed to firstly kick opioids and remain off of them for 13 years!!! What an amazing feat but not one that is plain sailing I am sure. I can imagine it was incredibly difficult, sometimes seemed impossible and there were many occasions you wanted to throw in the towel? But it appears that strength, courage and determination won through, sadly any fight like that will leave scars and my first instinct is to tell you to wear them with pride however its bloody hard to say goodbye to your first love. That one always feels super special and sometimes they genuinely are and sometimes they really are not, you just haven’t known anyone better to weigh them up against. To find that person, that person who will be the one, you do indeed need to feel deserved of that. I already think you are but now you need to know it, What you have accomplished should make you the hero of your own story, love yourself for that, recognise that this amazing person who has fought this addiction, this wonderful beautiful soul who wants and deserves love, affection and joy is deserving of it. Start by looking in the mirror and just saying “I am a good person, I love, I am loved, I love myself” eventually you will begin to believe it and once you do you will see things begin to open up and get lighter for you. People will see the lightness in you and be drawn to that. Its true and quite fascinating. I would love to know if you try and how you get on. Best of luck. Lisa x
From Shan: @meghanmonroe Hi friend, Thank you for sharing. First, with it being Saturday, I'd like to wish you a happy 13 years!! Being clean and overcoming an opioid addiction for 13 years, and counting, is such an AMAZING accomplishment. I am so happy for you and proud of you - and I hope that you are too. I am sorry to hear about the things that you lost on your journey so far, and I imagine it can be hard to move on from when we think about the hurt or damage that have occurred. We can't change the past, we can only do things in the present, and already you have made decisions to better yourself and your future, and that is commendable. This is just an outsiders opinion, but I think, at the least, there was a time where you did have self-love because it takes soo much to be able to make a decision to get clean and to stick to that process. Maybe with the feelings of guilt that you feel, you lost sight of that self-love along the way. I hope that you will one day be able to forgive yourself for what happened whilst actively engaging in opioid addiction, and that you can forgive yourself for the things that you lost. You have taken steps to repair what damage could be repaired and you have been doing better for yourself. You are human, and you are doing your best. :white_heart:
From Celine_N: @meghanmonroe Hello, Thank you for sharing this with us, and I am sorry you are having a difficult time. I wanted to go out and say that I am so proud of you doing something with the opoid addiction. Your feelings are valid but I believe that you have loved yourself before; if you could say that you loved yourself before then you have the ability to love yourself again. Life is complex and full of changes; we live and we learn. We can't change the past but your experiences makes you flourish. Sometimes difficult paths leads to beautiful destinations. I love this quote "Life is like a roller coaster. It has its ups and downs..but its your choice to scream or enjoy the ride". I hoped this helped. Feel free to reach out to us anytime, we are always here to support you.
13 yrs is a HUGE accomplishment, congrats!! Unfortunately I'm in the middle of a 6 month long relapse and trying to get into detox as we speak!!! I just want to break this 20 yr cycle I've been going through!! Much love to you and 13 yrs, keep at it....
“Something to remind you” (live version is great), “waste,” or “everything changes” i’d love to see you react to from Staind. Thanks for your videos! Love em. P.S. on a different note, “When a demon defiles a witch” by Whitechapel!
I'm 44. Struggling husband. Failed father. This song always stops me in my tracks. Even as a kid I always feel ITS my fault. No matter what IT is. Sometimes there is no IT. This song expresses the pain, and the inherited cloud that follows always on sunny days.
From toastaintbad: @josephainsworth9681 Hi @HeartSupport_Fans, Nobody expects to be the a perfect father & husband. Don't be so hard on yourself. The more negativity that you will bring to yourself, you are going to feel way much worse than before. People fail and make mistakes that's is what make us humans. For how many times that you fail, you will always get better. Many people misinterpret as fail as losing but it's not. You are never going to be positive & upbeat every single day. Each day will comes with a difficult challenge and you can do is push it through the best that you can.
From Micro: @josephainsworth9681 Yes, it is so painful to feel like no matter how much or how hard you try, there is always something in the back of your mind making you feel like you are a failure. That somehow you would be to broken, too inadequate, too worthless to have the possibility to feel proud of see the good in you. This narrative can be stuck for so long in your mind that it becomes your normality. It turns into something both familiar and hated at the same time. I'm personally right there with you on this struggle bus. 31, and it's still hard to feel like I'm not guilty of all the things that are not functioning in this world. It's like wearing glasses at some point that adds different colors to your your life and to yourself. It makes you see things a certain way, and you feel it so much at your core that it's hard to rationalize those thoughts. Whenever I would see failure in my life, I would attribute it to myself, my identity and my value, which is so hurtful. As you described so well, it's like having inherited of a narrative that you keep carrying on with you even during the good times and keeps clouding your perception. You *want* to enjoy the good things in your life, but there is this thing that filters your view and make you see the glass half empty, making you feel like you are worthless and you just don't belong. I'm sorry friend that this narrative has been a significant part of your own life. It is the kind of battle that remains unseen to most, and I think it takes a lot of courage to speak up about it, to let others SEE how it is behind the curtain. Right here, you allow yourself to be vulnerable, to be authentic, and to be LOVED in the midst of what feels like utter brokenness to you. If anything, I can assure you that your pain does not define you, and the knowledge that there is more is something that can be worth holding on to, even if it's hard to see beyond the mountains of doubts, fears and feelings of guilt. You are enough just as you are, and we are blessed by your presence. :heart:
Your analisis of this song was so spot on from the perspective of someone in pain, watching it I felt I was being treated by you in an that office, feels good to hear those words of acknoledgement, of recognizing that the pain inside is valid and it shouldn't stay there.
The origin of this song was written and improved on stage at a Limp Biscet concert where they opened and he sang this song amazingly and it became an overnight success
Years ago, I heard a rumor that this song was actually about heroine. I have no idea if that’s true, but it’s definitely a different way of looking at the lyrics.
I searched your list of videos and I really really think you need to do “wrong side of Heaven” by five finger death punch. The video itself is such a story and is so important to the mental health and understanding that so many families are torn by.
I like how you flipped that from a sad it's been awhile too a more hopefully it's been awhile because every time I hear this song I think of the past and how I messed up that relationship but now since you said too flip that into a I've had it before how can I get it again it gives hope that I can achieve that lvl of relationship and maybe a higher level of relationship thank you so much
From an analyst/therapist prospective, you’d likely enjoy “Waste” from this same album. It’s deeply emotional (despair, anger, frustration, grief) and addresses some HEAVY issues.
The hostess looking incredible in the video .This is so good and it Rock one of the times best rock songs at the . I know from your point of view there a hinted and darkest subject behind it and l understand your point of view and others going through the same thing or times .
This man knows how to capture emotion in his music… Always hits hard. Tough childhood abandoned by mom … If you wanna explore his darker songs EXCESS BAGGAGE FOUR WALLS Are great songs to dive into
I remember there was a period of about 5 years where I was an incredibly highly functioning alcoholic, and I can't explain how many times I destroyed relationships with self-destructive behavior. During that time this song, Hurt and Mr. Self Destruct by Nine Inch Nails, Snuff by SlipKnoT, and a lot of other thematically heavy songs were in my playlist. I've been sober now for about two and a half years and man, not feeling like I have to have a drink to function has been life changing. This song reminds me of those times, and how proud I am that I've come so far from where I was then.
Congratulations on the path of recovery that your trudging. My clean date is 8-9-16 keep going It gets better each and every day. Stay the course No Matter What😊
This is genuinely turning into one of my favourite channels due to the content and your reactions. I’d like to recommend “Poet and the Pendulum” live at Wembley by Nightwish. It is not the normal song people start with when it comes to Nightwish, however it is the song that suits this channel the most as it deals with depression and struggle. It was written by Nightwish’s song writer the keyboardist Tuomas during the hardest time in the bands history and he basically ended his life in the song to stop himself doing it in real life, however the new song finishes positively with a new beginning. It is one of the best written pieces of music you will come across and is broken into Acts. I won’t say more about it. Nightwish hold the record for most reacted song in TH-cam history with “Ghost Love Score” (normally what people start their Nightwish journey with. However, as previously mentioned, “Poet” suits this channel perfectly, especially if the research is done on the songs meaning beforehand.
I think it was on CARSON DALY LATE NIGHT, He/ Aaron Lewis did a tribute to LAYNE STALEY, and other Musicians who passed wayyy too soon, he sang NUTSHELL, an ALICE IN CHAINS ⛓️ song 🎵
I use to jam this song back in college, it meant something different to me then than it does now. In my 40s, last my mom and dad year apart, both suddenly. There are still times where I think back on them and find myself getting down. I desperately just want to here my mother's voice, I want to call my dad, and just shoot the sh*t, and ask him questions. I want to tell them that I love them. *sigh*. I let the moments come and I grieve.. Then I take a deep breath, and remember that they both have a granddaughter that needs me here and now. My mom was a tough as nails woman, and straight shooter. Even If I didn't like the decision at least she was straight with me. My grandmother whom raised me wouldn't be like that all the time and it was frustrating. My dad was a cool cat. He was much wiser than he let on, and even if he wasn't all knowledgeable, his wisdom would lead to the right spots. I miss all three ,and this song hits now days so much more differently than when I was in college.
I was a heroine addict for 17 yrs and I think he is talking more about the relationship with the drug than a relationship with a person. It's all in how u percieve it ig. Thru my addiction I messed up EVERY relationship n everything good I ever had. "I can remember just the way u taste" he is talking about using. "Its been awhile since I could look at myself straight" he got clean but he is remembering his relationship with the drug cuz as much as it destroyed me it was my best friend at the same time. I've been clean for 7 yrs now n this song still gives me chill bumps. Here it is 2024 n I can't listen to this song without it bringing tears to my eyes. I got shot in 2016 n was paralyzed n I relapsed n got myself together a year later but this song represents a time in my life that I learned so much about myself. Without my struggles I wouldn't have found my strengths
At 7:35: What you said hit me hard, like bringing light to the Challenger Deep. There is hope, there is light. Thanks to you, more than you’ll ever know.
Everyone of the songs Aaron has wriiten are exactly how i feel. My life is just like his and not getting better AT ALL..All i feel is pain everyday i have no room for any other emotions as a matter of fact i am over loaded with pain every day i have one foot in the grave and one foot here dealing with life. No one cares about me at all I am so lost and and alone I do not know why I even bother to keep breathing .
Supporting gobsmack? You mean they opened for them? This is the kind of ppl we got telling this woman her opinion means something lmao ya don't even know how to use the proper terms. Never heard anyone use the term supporting instead of opening. Just when I thought I've seen all the dumb things I can see for one day
this song hits so damn hard for me because it sums up 2003, when i threw away my wife and my life for nothing but a temporary release. this was the song i was blasting at home when the cops came and picked me up.
Aaron Lewis's writing in staind is notably introspective, I think that's why so many people feel it. It's something that's not quite a mirror, but rather things you have, or would, or could speak if you were being honest.
Check out Epiphany and Fade to continue with staind. I think you’d like to check them out. Also maybe Disturbed inside the fire or The bleeding by five finger death punch. Seems like your type of genre
Me and my 18 y. o. (Tomorrow 😊) Was jamming this song yesterday. This was one of my best friends songs. Made me 😢 when I heard my son listening to it in his ear buds. It was a great vibe and one of the 2 ways we relate!! I also am trying to navigate back to a space of peace, ok'ness, heart intact, ECT after a breakup of 10 years. Really doing a number in me!! Thank you and much love ❤ #Reflections😢
You are such an amazing woman. What a great perspective. Im so glad you share your light as you do in all your videos. I pray that you help many suffering people. Keep shining your light!
She doesn't seem like someone who has been lost and have gave up because of their situation. She sounds like someone that has never struggled with life. Someone who has thought about taking their own life. She sounds like someone who doesn't understand someone that deals with depression or suicidal tendencies
I've listened to this song for twenty years and I only now understand the lyrics to this song. It's about being used, it's about feeling guilty and digging your grave like you said. The consequences that are rendered. Loving someone and getting thrown out like old garbage. It's embarrassing, it feels shameful. Thank you for doing this.
Yeah my dad is still an functioning alcoholic, even though has two divorces caused by in. I got on anti depressants at 18, quit cold turkey at 27/28 and ended up self medicating with alcohol, and like a switch I was in denial and full blown. Lost my job, house, everything. Got sober, fell back into it cause I thought I'm thougher than that and can handle it. Lost one of my favorite people ever. Now I'm sober again, but have messed up my teeth from whiskey, and lost my license for 10 years. I was full blown dumb. But outside of license I've gotten everything back, and getting my stuff fixed. Now life is good, I have my bills paid, a house, and a great girlfriend with my first kid on the way. 2 felonies and 4 years of heavy drinking with putting myself in the hospital almost dead later, and life is actually good. If I did it literally anyone can. But yeah I definitely relate to this song, even when I don't it was always a favorite
I relate so much to this song, I've been in therapy off and on since I was 4yo. Major depressive, BPTSD, I also have a tendency to self destruct myself and crave normalcy. This song resonates deeply with me.
You really need to check out Disturbed. They’ve got a few good songs on sensitive subjects like: Inside the Fire (suicide), The Light (depression), and A Reason to Fight (also suicide).
not exactly what the song is targetted about but first time after listening to it periodically for decades the "i cannot blame this on my father, he did the best he could for me" part kinda broke me passed away when i was 5 months old, after being in an 18-wheeler accident, 2nd time driving tryin to make money for the family an the new mouth to feed, always said "you dont miss what you never had" guess i proved myself wrong
Listened a lot to Stain way back after one of my hardest breakups..... I am however on the fence regarding if listening to Stain helped me process it or if it just prolonged the suffering.
❤❤❤ I can relate to the addiction. My wife passed away in 2014 it'll be 10 years in September. But ur video's definitely help... Thank you for your videos.😢😢😢😢
I'm in the best place in my life that I have been ever...but trust me when I say that I've absolutely been in this place. Was Officer level at a bank...and lost the job (my shirt was too wrinkled at a meeting...imagine that) but yeah, there was always a part of me that blamed myself for losing that gig. Went through a few rough years. Eventually just took the attitude I do with snowboarding and cliff/bridge jumping into rivers (I'm an adrenaline addict, sue me) and started going for wild stuff. Figure once you jump, the choice has been made, try to hit as softly as you can. I currently drive a transit bus, and I start driving a train next month for twice the money I made at that bank...who would have known...
Saw Staind in 1999 Aaron was a heroin addict This song is actually about his recovery and a fourth step Anyone in recovery should truly understand
think i saw staind with the sick an twiztid tour
My favorite song is his pretty recent live version of “Lost and Lonely” a song he wrote for his wife while in rehab for the last time. The ownership & realism , vulnerability he takes about is SO real & heart felt & the live version with just him, an acoustic guitar and a slide guitar is SO beautiful! If you haven’t seen it on TH-cam it’s so worth a watch. 🙂
An insane percentage of songs are about heroin/ addiction.
its great when I come to a react of this song and first comment I see is what the song is actually about.
Early Staind was so good. Their first album is a banger and when they entered this ballad style, they put out PHENOMINAL music! Epiphany is one of my favorite songs from Staind and it deserves a listen. Kind of the same wheelhouse as this one, but so broken down and just awesome! Great reaction.
Dysfunction was so powerful and raw, I love it!
Mudshovel goes pretty hard.
@@Syzygy77 YES!!! One of my favorites!
@@mikeacuna6077 HELL YEAH! Definitely a banger all the way through!
Still putting out bangers, that collab with Dorothy was awesome!
There's so many great songs to look at from Staind. Epiphany is probably a good one after this, but it just keeps going.
I can't get enough of Staind
The new album HITS
It's been awhile since he wasn't a heroin addict..."cannot blame this on my father..."
"I can still remember just the way you taste"
"Since I could see myself straight"
"All the shit seems to disappear when I'm with you" Heroin addicts are in misery until they get their dose.
"Since I held my head up high"...heroin addicts NOD, they aren't holding their heads up much. And...nodding will also cause someone to unknowingly drop their lit cigarette and burn the place down, like at the end of the video!
7:30
I concur.
Epiphany is the greatest.
It means a lot more.. to a lot more people... than they intended it to.
Epiphany was like my childhood, for how messed up I was from everything I was going through as a child dealing with adhd at such a young age and poverty and with 1 parent basically. It was my favorite song as a kid at 12 or 13. I still get emotional from that song to this day. Amazing song!
I love how you just get right into...no long, 5 minute intro with a bunch of ads or anything. Just jump right in...much appreciated🤘💯
Excess baggage was the hidden track from their album, "dysfunction." I listened to it several times. Still my favorite by them.
Yes. Excess Baggage is so sad. Dealing with demons.
I really enjoyed 12 shades of grey myself however Staind is one of the few bands I feel that gets better with every album.
Stained is one of the most underrated bands of the last 30 years
Underrated? They have sold millions of albums, had many top 10 hits. ???? Chevelle is a true underrated band of the last 30 years..
@@scottthompson4193 Regardless of the popularity they DID see, they were still underrated. They were popular but not nearly as popular as they should have been.
The line "i cannot blame this on my father" always resonates with me as a recovering addict with an addict father, it wasnt his fault i used though it was mine and he did the best he could for me too. I love this song such a powerful song for recovering addicts.
It was the opposite with me. My dad became a Christian when I was around 13 and was preaching by the time I was 14. I just fell off of the deep end when a friend shot himself when we were 16 and in the navy I first tried shooting cocaine. I went progressively in a downward spiral until around 25 I overdosed on pure meth and barely survived. My dad had no way to relate to my struggle and no clue what to do. I just kept going further down until I ended up in prison for meth at 46. A prison rehab counselor took interest in me and my journey back began. I am a major alcoholic and drug addict. I am sober today. That is all that matters. ❤
I'm in and out, the cycle never ends
Same homie. Same homie.
@Mord314 me too man coke and alcohol always draw me back unfortunately
as a therapist, "Something to remind you" is one song of theirs you really must react to.
Her being a therapist doesn't make her qualified to have an educated opinion on these songs but dummies like you will come on here and feed her fragile ego and tell her how important her opinion is. Her opinion means about as much as mine or yours. Yall are annoying af
absolutely
I'd add that the live version is what needs to be reacted to. There is a level of emotion that he connects to with the lyrics that doesn't exist in the studio version
@jmike8934 the live version is good and he does show emotion value perfectly and should be reacted to. That being said the studio version is a definite listen to request on your own time as it in my own opinion is the best version
i fully agree, so deeply
also it's my dads favourite song from staind
This song kills me all the time. Story of my life, still living it.
Same here brother. I lost the greatest woman because of my mistakes.
I feel you brother
youre not alone
Haha...exactly.
I had a good six years where I didn't, not consecutively as we broke up for a bit but they where there.
Aaron with this stripped down to him and an acoustic is incredible. You can FEEL it. He’s “that voice” for me when he’s in that place. “something to remind you” live at the Mohegan Sun is literally written into my will to play at my funeral. Him reflecting on life after being told about a fan committing suicide…..he FEELS it and he will make you feel it. ❤
Same, it will be played at my funeral.
Alice in Chains Nutshell Unplugged
I’ve watched ten or twelve of your videos in the last couple days. I like your perspective and insights. And on a basic human level… your reactions, your mannerisms, and your smile… make me smile. Thank you for that. 😊
I've felt every bit of the pain of not only this song, but every song on the entire album this song is on. I was in a pretty deep pit for a long time in the early 2000s - this lingering depression. Yet I kept wandering, looking for something, even if there was nothing to find. In early 2006, interestingly enough in the context of this channel; ya know what song you recently reacted to that pulled me out of that pit? It was "Stinkfist" by Tool. THAT song, lit a FIRE inside of me. Tool has often lended me strength through music.
Staind is so nostalgic for me, definitely check out the song fade that one hits on a personal level.
The instance that you "take control to help that loved one ,and everyone else's comfort"takes so much from you. Is when your true existence shines through
You're such a beautiful person. I love your reaction. Thank you so much for your work ❤
It’s been awhile since I listened to this song
Divorced three times, my depression issues, ptsd, and so on all basically drove everyone away. I’ve learned over the years that I need to work on things and therefore have sought help and tried. Still alone and go through a lot of days that I replay life and how I’ve dicked it all up. Still here though, still hopeful that I can find a way to get happiness and love back. Songs like this help
From djstarion: @Deadmaninc81 Hey friend!
I totally get where you're coming from. I'm glad you've learned that you need to work on things and sought help! I do have a question, if that's okay. What kind of help have you reached out to? If you've reached out to a therapist or someone and it didn't work out, I'd highly suggest finding someone who specifically deals with PTSD. It's kinda like going to a doctor. There's general practice doctors and specialized ones. It's kinda the same way with mental health professionals. Finding the right one can be tricky, but when you do, it can be a huge help!
Also, have you checked on any support groups in your area? They are an excellent option as well, because the best way to get your true feelings out and be supported and listened to is when you're talking to people who have gone through the same trials and situations you have. They've walked in your shoes, and fought your battles. It could definitely be worth looking into.
Regardless, you've got this!
From toastaintbad: @Deadmaninc81 Hi @HeartSupport_Fans,
It's awesome that you are trying to improve your mental health. I struggled with trauma once in awhile. Trauma is difficult to manage but I sometimes try to not get into my head. You can never changed in the past but all you can is reflect and fix those mistakes. Sometimes music helps me with mental health issues.
From lizuh: @Deadmaninc81 The most powerful thing to hold onto when struggling with anything like PTSD, depression etc is hope. Hope can push you into action and take your life back into your hands. You know that you want love and happiness, and you haven't given up on it. Regardless of your past choices, broken relationships etc, you are NEVER too far gone to turn around and walk in a direction towards healing.
From Shan: @Deadmaninc81 Hi friend,
I'm sorry to hear about the ways your struggle with depression, ptsd, and mental health have impacted your life and your past relationships. However, I am so proud of you for taking steps to work on things and to seek help. That alone takes such strength and shows such growth. This is all a journey and a process. There will be good days and bad days where you think all about the past and that "only ifs" start to kick in. But I encourage you to stay strong. We can't change our past, only the present and our future. And you have already started the hard work towards that change.
I'm glad to hear that you are still hopeful. I hope with you! And I believe in you, that you can and will find happiness and a healthy flourishing love. You deserve them both! :white_heart:
From Micro: @Deadmaninc81 Proud of you, friend. For seeking help and being open about what you've been struggling with. Depression, PTSD and the strain it can have on our relationships are huge burdens to carry. It's been strong of you to not let yourself carry those burdens alone anymore. I know there's a part of our mind when we're deep in the trenches that tries to convince us that nothing's worth it anymore. But through it all, through all days you've cried, felt numb or could only survive, *you* have always been worth it, my friend. There is a way through this, even if during some seasons time seems to be our only asset. I wholeheartedly believe in you. :heart:
He does country now, plus lots of patriotic music. He sings with so much heart period.
Staind got back together. He does country but still doing rock
And it's all God given talent. He does the worst things for his vocals. Drinks, smokes, doesn't warm up, doesn't cool down. And 20+ years later he srill sounds just as good. He even got back with staind and has done some screaming in the new stuff, back to an older my fav version of staind
how did i get here?
Lol, you can't ask that question while this song (about past regrets) is playing, I could have had a full on breakdown
Lost and Lonely acoustic version is phenomenal by him, its about him going to rehab.
Aaaah... That's a great great song... The feeling that Aaron puts into singing is unique, seeing him sing a live version is great!! I think he and Sully Erna are the kind who sound incredibly good live.
Despite their band name, Hatebreed is a band you should check out. They spew positivity in pretty much every song. "Defeatist", "I Will Be Heard", "To The Threshold", "This Is Now" & SO MANY others. Check them out! Enjoyed your reaction. I used to listen to "It's Been Awhile" SO MUCH back in the day. Keep up the GREAT work! 🤘🤘🤘
Hatebreed has always been garbage
Hatebreed should definitely be checked out. They are amazing, full of positivity. If i remember, supremacy albumb was written when the singer was dealing with the loss of his father.
Second!! Can you please react to the band Hatebreed. "Destroy Everything", "defeatist", "I will be heard", "seven enemies" all excellent songs in my opinion.
Everyone Bleeds Now 🤘🏽😎
Hatebreed sucks dude
@@Unethical_Ethical_HackTips everyone is entitled to their own opinion, but yours is wrong...
thank you. i have depressions and when i'm way down i always wish i could be like i was before - silly, confident, spontaneous, adventurous,... - but i always feel like that's not possible. so hearing you say "it's been a while means it can be again" made me sob heavily and gave me hope that it is possible for me to be all of this again. surely not to the extent like before but at least a bit and at least not like now. it gave me hope that i can be able to chase some of my dreams again instead of grieving them. really thank you from the bottom of my heart for opening my eyes to things still beeing possible. (english is not my first language, so sorry for wording things strangely)
As someone who has serious borderline personality disorder and CPTSD, Ive always said to people "when in hell, everyone looks like a demon" you, your family, your friends, your partner, everyone looks bad. When you get in a place where nobody looks like help to you, not even yourself you feel true defeat. Something has to change. You have to get out of that hell to realize you're just a human, and so is everyone else. Nobody deserves to feel that hell and theres people out there that understand you. Dont let the evil win.
I cannot tell you how helpful you are to me. I've been listening to these songs for 30 years and did not have that perspective on them. They have always meant something to me. I've had some recent things in my life that are similar to The situations going on in this song. You really have my mind thinking another directions when it comes to my favorite music. I lost my son to suicide in 2019 and my wife left me a couple of years later. Since then I have been very alone. Heartbroken that I wasn't able to keep my family together.
From Micro: @user-zt4sm3go2i Oh friend. Thank you so much for being here and sharing all of this. I can’t even begin to imagine the depth of your pain right now. Losing your son to suicide is something no parent should ever have to endure. It’s like losing such a significant part of yourself, of your world. The heartbreak it leaves you with just doesn't go away. It’s always there somehow. Then to have your wife leave you a couple of years later, on top of everything - you have been experiencing such an unbearable amount of loss and sorrow. I wish to just send you lots of hugs right now, even if I know this won't make the pain go away. My heart goes out to you right now.
The loneliness, I imagine, has become almost a companion during those years, making everything feel heavier and more difficult. It’s like carrying this immense weight on your own, trying to navigate a world that doesn’t make sense anymore ever since your own world has been broken to pieces. It’s this deep, gut-wrenching pain that hits you in waves, sometimes when you least expect it. Some days might feel almost manageable, and then out of nowhere, it’s like the grief, the regrets and the loneliness come crashing down all over again. It's understandable, and profoundly human, to feel lost in all of it.
It also makes sense to feel like guilt has been taking over at times. Feeling like you couldn’t keep your family together and questioning what you could have done differently. Even if you might know rationally that what happened was beyond your control, there's a part of your heart that might long for a better explanation, and the possibility to make sense out of something that doesn't seem to have any.
I hope my friend that, at the moment, you can take it one day at a time, or even one moment at a time when it feels all too overwhelming. You matter so very much. You’re seen, you’re heard, you are valued, even in the darkest of times. :heart:
Staind is awesome 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 Seen them 2x recently and will see them again in September!! Can’t wait!!
I saw them open for korn on the issues tour back in 2000. That was when they were actually good. Now Aaron is a miserable person who puts his political views on full display instead of shutting up and playing his music
Another good video...dang it's been so long since I have listened to this song. Crazy to think how long it's been out now already. Still can't wait for you to do some more Ren, especially his song with Chincilla, "Chalk Outlines". The verses/message in there I think will blow you away, and can't wait to see how you interpret it.
This definitely brings back memories. I absolutely love Staind. Haven't listened to them in years. Break the cycle and Dysfunction were incredible albums. Need to react to more Staind for sure
I saw Staind at Reading Festival in the UK back in 2004 i think.... there was an issue with the amps or something and the band couldnt play, but rather than just walking off or being a diva about it, Aaron sat by himself and did an acoustic set... it was incredible! Later in the day he came out with Korn... great memories ... Staind Epiphany and Mudshovel are favourites from that era so many great bands back then
The song is like standing in front of a mirror screaming I hate you! Which I do frequently.
Love your videos!
Saturday will be 13 years since I kicked opioids. Unfortunately, my active addiction left a huge damage path, including my first significant relationship. And it's been a while since I could say I love myself...maybe I never had that ability. But this song has been making me cry since high school.
From Lisalovesfeathers: @meghanmonroe Firstly can I say how bloody amazing it is that you have managed to firstly kick opioids and remain off of them for 13 years!!! What an amazing feat but not one that is plain sailing I am sure. I can imagine it was incredibly difficult, sometimes seemed impossible and there were many occasions you wanted to throw in the towel? But it appears that strength, courage and determination won through, sadly any fight like that will leave scars and my first instinct is to tell you to wear them with pride however its bloody hard to say goodbye to your first love.
That one always feels super special and sometimes they genuinely are and sometimes they really are not, you just haven’t known anyone better to weigh them up against.
To find that person, that person who will be the one, you do indeed need to feel deserved of that. I already think you are but now you need to know it, What you have accomplished should make you the hero of your own story, love yourself for that, recognise that this amazing person who has fought this addiction, this wonderful beautiful soul who wants and deserves love, affection and joy is deserving of it. Start by looking in the mirror and just saying “I am a good person, I love, I am loved, I love myself” eventually you will begin to believe it and once you do you will see things begin to open up and get lighter for you. People will see the lightness in you and be drawn to that. Its true and quite fascinating. I would love to know if you try and how you get on. Best of luck. Lisa x
From Shan: @meghanmonroe Hi friend,
Thank you for sharing. First, with it being Saturday, I'd like to wish you a happy 13 years!! Being clean and overcoming an opioid addiction for 13 years, and counting, is such an AMAZING accomplishment. I am so happy for you and proud of you - and I hope that you are too.
I am sorry to hear about the things that you lost on your journey so far, and I imagine it can be hard to move on from when we think about the hurt or damage that have occurred. We can't change the past, we can only do things in the present, and already you have made decisions to better yourself and your future, and that is commendable.
This is just an outsiders opinion, but I think, at the least, there was a time where you did have self-love because it takes soo much to be able to make a decision to get clean and to stick to that process. Maybe with the feelings of guilt that you feel, you lost sight of that self-love along the way.
I hope that you will one day be able to forgive yourself for what happened whilst actively engaging in opioid addiction, and that you can forgive yourself for the things that you lost. You have taken steps to repair what damage could be repaired and you have been doing better for yourself. You are human, and you are doing your best. :white_heart:
From Celine_N: @meghanmonroe Hello,
Thank you for sharing this with us, and I am sorry you are having a difficult time.
I wanted to go out and say that I am so proud of you doing something with the opoid addiction. Your feelings are valid but I believe that you have loved yourself before; if you could say that you loved yourself before then you have the ability to love yourself again. Life is complex and full of changes; we live and we learn. We can't change the past but your experiences makes you flourish. Sometimes difficult paths leads to beautiful destinations. I love this quote "Life is like a roller coaster. It has its ups and downs..but its your choice to scream or enjoy the ride". I hoped this helped. Feel free to reach out to us anytime, we are always here to support you.
13 yrs is a HUGE accomplishment, congrats!! Unfortunately I'm in the middle of a 6 month long relapse and trying to get into detox as we speak!!! I just want to break this 20 yr cycle I've been going through!! Much love to you and 13 yrs, keep at it....
@@westbank5436 I'm sending you good thoughts. I know you can do this.
Love you to do so far away... It's so my life anthem and I look at it differently every time I hear it depending on where my head is at at the time.
staind had some of the most emotional music i’ve heard. their album that had mudshovel on it is really good.
“Something to remind you” (live version is great), “waste,” or “everything changes” i’d love to see you react to from Staind. Thanks for your videos! Love em.
P.S. on a different note, “When a demon defiles a witch” by Whitechapel!
Craziest song i ever heard dance with the devil by immortal technique
I'm 44. Struggling husband. Failed father. This song always stops me in my tracks. Even as a kid I always feel ITS my fault. No matter what IT is. Sometimes there is no IT. This song expresses the pain, and the inherited cloud that follows always on sunny days.
the struggles are real, I'm about ten years ahead of you. Stay strong...
From toastaintbad: @josephainsworth9681 Hi @HeartSupport_Fans,
Nobody expects to be the a perfect father & husband. Don't be so hard on yourself. The more negativity that you will bring to yourself, you are going to feel way much worse than before. People fail and make mistakes that's is what make us humans. For how many times that you fail, you will always get better. Many people misinterpret as fail as losing but it's not. You are never going to be positive & upbeat every single day. Each day will comes with a difficult challenge and you can do is push it through the best that you can.
From Micro: @josephainsworth9681 Yes, it is so painful to feel like no matter how much or how hard you try, there is always something in the back of your mind making you feel like you are a failure. That somehow you would be to broken, too inadequate, too worthless to have the possibility to feel proud of see the good in you. This narrative can be stuck for so long in your mind that it becomes your normality. It turns into something both familiar and hated at the same time.
I'm personally right there with you on this struggle bus. 31, and it's still hard to feel like I'm not guilty of all the things that are not functioning in this world. It's like wearing glasses at some point that adds different colors to your your life and to yourself. It makes you see things a certain way, and you feel it so much at your core that it's hard to rationalize those thoughts. Whenever I would see failure in my life, I would attribute it to myself, my identity and my value, which is so hurtful.
As you described so well, it's like having inherited of a narrative that you keep carrying on with you even during the good times and keeps clouding your perception. You *want* to enjoy the good things in your life, but there is this thing that filters your view and make you see the glass half empty, making you feel like you are worthless and you just don't belong. I'm sorry friend that this narrative has been a significant part of your own life. It is the kind of battle that remains unseen to most, and I think it takes a lot of courage to speak up about it, to let others SEE how it is behind the curtain. Right here, you allow yourself to be vulnerable, to be authentic, and to be LOVED in the midst of what feels like utter brokenness to you. If anything, I can assure you that your pain does not define you, and the knowledge that there is more is something that can be worth holding on to, even if it's hard to see beyond the mountains of doubts, fears and feelings of guilt.
You are enough just as you are, and we are blessed by your presence. :heart:
Your analisis of this song was so spot on from the perspective of someone in pain, watching it I felt I was being treated by you in an that office, feels good to hear those words of acknoledgement, of recognizing that the pain inside is valid and it shouldn't stay there.
I love Staind. This is one of my favorite songs off that album. A few others are Please, Schizophrenic Conversations, The Way I Am, Pardon Me....
I’ve been struggling with alcoholism since I was 19. I’m 38 now. The amount of pain I’ve put myself through. Just make this go away.
The origin of this song was written and improved on stage at a Limp Biscet concert where they opened and he sang this song amazingly and it became an overnight success
You’re thinking of “Outside”, but both are great songs. 🤘
Been living this song for over a year now
Years ago, I heard a rumor that this song was actually about heroine. I have no idea if that’s true, but it’s definitely a different way of looking at the lyrics.
I searched your list of videos and I really really think you need to do “wrong side of Heaven” by five finger death punch. The video itself is such a story and is so important to the mental health and understanding that so many families are torn by.
So many bangers with Staind. You should do Epiphany next!
I like how you flipped that from a sad it's been awhile too a more hopefully it's been awhile because every time I hear this song I think of the past and how I messed up that relationship but now since you said too flip that into a I've had it before how can I get it again it gives hope that I can achieve that lvl of relationship and maybe a higher level of relationship thank you so much
From an analyst/therapist prospective, you’d likely enjoy “Waste” from this same album. It’s deeply emotional (despair, anger, frustration, grief) and addresses some HEAVY issues.
The hostess looking incredible in the video .This is so good and it Rock one of the times best rock songs at the . I know from your point of view there a hinted and darkest subject behind it and l understand your point of view and others going through the same thing or times .
This man knows how to capture emotion in his music…
Always hits hard.
Tough childhood abandoned by mom …
If you wanna explore his darker songs
EXCESS BAGGAGE
FOUR WALLS
Are great songs to dive into
“Four Walls” was a staple in my life when I was younger. That song was so powerful.
You can always tell when the artist feels the music.
I remember there was a period of about 5 years where I was an incredibly highly functioning alcoholic, and I can't explain how many times I destroyed relationships with self-destructive behavior. During that time this song, Hurt and Mr. Self Destruct by Nine Inch Nails, Snuff by SlipKnoT, and a lot of other thematically heavy songs were in my playlist. I've been sober now for about two and a half years and man, not feeling like I have to have a drink to function has been life changing. This song reminds me of those times, and how proud I am that I've come so far from where I was then.
Congratulations on the path of recovery that your trudging. My clean date is 8-9-16 keep going It gets better each and every day. Stay the course No Matter What😊
@@anthonyturner1808You're doing great mate! You're almost at 10 years! My date is 24NOV2021.
This is genuinely turning into one of my favourite channels due to the content and your reactions.
I’d like to recommend “Poet and the Pendulum” live at Wembley by Nightwish. It is not the normal song people start with when it comes to Nightwish, however it is the song that suits this channel the most as it deals with depression and struggle. It was written by Nightwish’s song writer the keyboardist Tuomas during the hardest time in the bands history and he basically ended his life in the song to stop himself doing it in real life, however the new song finishes positively with a new beginning. It is one of the best written pieces of music you will come across and is broken into Acts. I won’t say more about it.
Nightwish hold the record for most reacted song in TH-cam history with “Ghost Love Score” (normally what people start their Nightwish journey with. However, as previously mentioned, “Poet” suits this channel perfectly, especially if the research is done on the songs meaning beforehand.
Yes can Def relate the overdose of my ex and a very toxic dependent relationship but now myself 7 years sober but still missing that one
I think it was on CARSON DALY LATE NIGHT, He/ Aaron Lewis did a tribute to LAYNE STALEY, and other Musicians who passed wayyy too soon, he sang NUTSHELL, an ALICE IN CHAINS ⛓️ song 🎵
this song makes me cry for all my failures
I use to jam this song back in college, it meant something different to me then than it does now. In my 40s, last my mom and dad year apart, both suddenly. There are still times where I think back on them and find myself getting down. I desperately just want to here my mother's voice, I want to call my dad, and just shoot the sh*t, and ask him questions. I want to tell them that I love them. *sigh*. I let the moments come and I grieve.. Then I take a deep breath, and remember that they both have a granddaughter that needs me here and now.
My mom was a tough as nails woman, and straight shooter. Even If I didn't like the decision at least she was straight with me. My grandmother whom raised me wouldn't be like that all the time and it was frustrating. My dad was a cool cat. He was much wiser than he let on, and even if he wasn't all knowledgeable, his wisdom would lead to the right spots. I miss all three ,and this song hits now days so much more differently than when I was in college.
This song always triggers potent emotional symptoms in me... It's been awhile since their peace in my mind I believe it was once but I cannot remember
Had to rewatch this reaction... Trying to help a couple frinds work some shit out... And what a cowinkidink.... This song fits a bit!!
This song is my child hood singing it loud and proud.
I was a heroine addict for 17 yrs and I think he is talking more about the relationship with the drug than a relationship with a person. It's all in how u percieve it ig. Thru my addiction I messed up EVERY relationship n everything good I ever had. "I can remember just the way u taste" he is talking about using. "Its been awhile since I could look at myself straight" he got clean but he is remembering his relationship with the drug cuz as much as it destroyed me it was my best friend at the same time. I've been clean for 7 yrs now n this song still gives me chill bumps. Here it is 2024 n I can't listen to this song without it bringing tears to my eyes. I got shot in 2016 n was paralyzed n I relapsed n got myself together a year later but this song represents a time in my life that I learned so much about myself. Without my struggles I wouldn't have found my strengths
At 7:35: What you said hit me hard, like bringing light to the Challenger Deep. There is hope, there is light. Thanks to you, more than you’ll ever know.
Please do more Staind!
Everyone of the songs Aaron has wriiten are exactly how i feel. My life is just like his and not getting better AT ALL..All i feel is pain everyday i have no room for any other emotions as a matter of fact i am over loaded with pain every day i have one foot in the grave and one foot here dealing with life. No one cares about me at all I am so lost and and alone I do not know why I even bother to keep breathing .
I saw Staind in concert a while back. They were supporting Godsmack, but Staind absolutely stole the show
Supporting gobsmack? You mean they opened for them? This is the kind of ppl we got telling this woman her opinion means something lmao ya don't even know how to use the proper terms. Never heard anyone use the term supporting instead of opening. Just when I thought I've seen all the dumb things I can see for one day
this song hits so damn hard for me because it sums up 2003, when i threw away my wife and my life for nothing but a temporary release. this was the song i was blasting at home when the cops came and picked me up.
this was my jam in late elementary/early middle school
Listen to Epiphany by Staind. It is his song about his battle with ADD as well as his mental struggles
Aaron Lewis's writing in staind is notably introspective, I think that's why so many people feel it. It's something that's not quite a mirror, but rather things you have, or would, or could speak if you were being honest.
Check out Epiphany and Fade to continue with staind. I think you’d like to check them out. Also maybe Disturbed inside the fire or The bleeding by five finger death punch. Seems like your type of genre
To the flowers by While she sleeps is really good.
Omg I love, love, love this!! Keep stabbing with the dagger of the truth that it's possible. Everything is. Just keep trying forever or never.
Everthing changes is great too
Me and my 18 y. o. (Tomorrow 😊) Was jamming this song yesterday. This was one of my best friends songs. Made me 😢 when I heard my son listening to it in his ear buds. It was a great vibe and one of the 2 ways we relate!! I also am trying to navigate back to a space of peace, ok'ness, heart intact, ECT after a breakup of 10 years. Really doing a number in me!! Thank you and much love ❤ #Reflections😢
You are such an amazing woman. What a great perspective. Im so glad you share your light as you do in all your videos. I pray that you help many suffering people. Keep shining your light!
Man, I need a fucking hug.
Sending you a hug!❤️ I’m sorry your hurting.
Virtual hug incoming. I need one, too.
Hugs ❤
Here's a hug 🫂!!
Virtual hugs from me man
She doesn't seem like someone who has been lost and have gave up because of their situation. She sounds like someone that has never struggled with life. Someone who has thought about taking their own life. She sounds like someone who doesn't understand someone that deals with depression or suicidal tendencies
Staind did more for me than any therapist could ever explain
Totally can relate
Preach!
The best vocalist of all time imo idc
Epiphany & Tangled up in you by them. Nutshell live acoustic. Some Highly Suspect & the amity affliction please!
I remember this song so much!
Another good song would be "Wishing Wells" by Parkway Drive
I've listened to this song for twenty years and I only now understand the lyrics to this song. It's about being used, it's about feeling guilty and digging your grave like you said. The consequences that are rendered.
Loving someone and getting thrown out like old garbage. It's embarrassing, it feels shameful.
Thank you for doing this.
Staind was my favorite band back un the day right after Tool. I still have all there CDs.
Yeah my dad is still an functioning alcoholic, even though has two divorces caused by in. I got on anti depressants at 18, quit cold turkey at 27/28 and ended up self medicating with alcohol, and like a switch I was in denial and full blown. Lost my job, house, everything. Got sober, fell back into it cause I thought I'm thougher than that and can handle it. Lost one of my favorite people ever. Now I'm sober again, but have messed up my teeth from whiskey, and lost my license for 10 years. I was full blown dumb. But outside of license I've gotten everything back, and getting my stuff fixed. Now life is good, I have my bills paid, a house, and a great girlfriend with my first kid on the way. 2 felonies and 4 years of heavy drinking with putting myself in the hospital almost dead later, and life is actually good. If I did it literally anyone can. But yeah I definitely relate to this song, even when I don't it was always a favorite
Thank you
Staind "For You". Teenage feels
Hey, can you check out:
*Filter - Where Do We Go From Here*
For the next video, it's... uhm... just check it out, you gonna love that song ❤
It hurts too be the lost cause and taking advantage of the ones trying too pull you out of the hole you created. .. this is my song.
I relate so much to this song, I've been in therapy off and on since I was 4yo.
Major depressive, BPTSD, I also have a tendency to self destruct myself and crave normalcy.
This song resonates deeply with me.
REQUEST: Wrong Side Of Heaven - Five Finger Death Punch
Another Staind song would be Something to remind you. A couple of recommendations from Sully Erna. Until then or Broken road.
You really need to check out Disturbed. They’ve got a few good songs on sensitive subjects like: Inside the Fire (suicide), The Light (depression), and A Reason to Fight (also suicide).
not exactly what the song is targetted about but first time after listening to it periodically for decades the "i cannot blame this on my father, he did the best he could for me" part kinda broke me passed away when i was 5 months old, after being in an 18-wheeler accident, 2nd time driving tryin to make money for the family an the new mouth to feed, always said "you dont miss what you never had" guess i proved myself wrong
Listened a lot to Stain way back after one of my hardest breakups..... I am however on the fence regarding if listening to Stain helped me process it or if it just prolonged the suffering.
❤❤❤ I can relate to the addiction. My wife passed away in 2014 it'll be 10 years in September. But ur video's definitely help... Thank you for your videos.😢😢😢😢
I'm in the best place in my life that I have been ever...but trust me when I say that I've absolutely been in this place. Was Officer level at a bank...and lost the job (my shirt was too wrinkled at a meeting...imagine that) but yeah, there was always a part of me that blamed myself for losing that gig. Went through a few rough years. Eventually just took the attitude I do with snowboarding and cliff/bridge jumping into rivers (I'm an adrenaline addict, sue me) and started going for wild stuff. Figure once you jump, the choice has been made, try to hit as softly as you can. I currently drive a transit bus, and I start driving a train next month for twice the money I made at that bank...who would have known...
The lead singer of Staind, Aaron Lewis has like 4 country albums as well. He is very talented.
Could you please do Chevelle "Red" and also Disturbed "Down With The Sickness"? I appreciate all you do here.
Please react to Aaron Lewis & Fred Durst doing a song called "Outside" Live. It's absolutely an amazing Performance