Great song tom , every single u drop is just a little bit better than the last one and it's awesome watching u grow as a artist ! And Nova's video are absolutely gorgeous.
Tom dropped this literally minutes after I put on my makeup and I'm lowkey pissed. Been crying since first listen. I lost my dad to an overdose 16 years ago. He fought his war for a long time, and was winning, but one slip cost us all. "This is a war I'll fight forever " God bless everyone out there fighting, please don't let up ❤
January 14th 2012 is my sobriety day from Opiods and other illegal drugs so on the 14th of January this year I was an emotional wreck. I started out the day with a huge smile and by the time I got home from work and started to really think about how far I've come and who I am today. I was on death door 8 years ago wanting nothing more then to die. Today I have a son who I would do anything for and a life I never thought possible so looking back I get so emotional. My best friend committed suicide after using with me for her 1st time. I felt so responsible even though she had plans to do it that day long before and no one knew until they found letters in her room. That's what got me sober. I will never give up on soberity to show her and myself I can be better and help others who are in that dark place I came from.
Sobriety Gave me Everything Drugs and alcohol had promised me! Sobriety is possible! 17+years active insanity over thank you God 🙏 1day at a time praying for all you still battling"United We Stand Divided We Fall" much luv an respect too all of you!
Five years ago I was homeless with a wife and two children living in my uncles spare bedroom. Got sick of it and hit my knees and prayed to God. He delivered me and pulled me out of the madness!!! We just closed on our house in July of last year and now have three beautiful children!!! Thanks be to God for being there and Thanks be to God for giving me a beautiful wife that never gave up on me!!!!
I'm seeing this in July '21 and praying you now have 2+ years... I've quit alot of shit in my days (80s-early 90s), Dope is hard. (only thing tougher is tobacco, Imho). Wanting something you hate so much is hard enough. The physical is crippling. But you made it through that part and every day you're here is a good day (maybe not the best day... But better than the alternative 🤷) ✌️
Congrats on 4 years my dude. I thanked Tom, Nova, and Madchild on this one. Been fucked up for years but after hearing this I'm finally getting help. I thank you and them for helping me realize getting help ain't weak man. Thank you!
I hope this song reaches Anyone & Everyone struggling with the Fight. 3 yrs clean here, thank the Good LORD above. I know the struggle and it's made me who I am. Raising my step granddaughter and a plant supervisor making bank. YOU TOO CAN DO IT.
I got clean and survived. My little sister Kelly lost her battle feb 27 2018. I live in honor of her. Thank you Tom for this anthem only bonding more of us together by your music. Love you. And artofkicks keep it up you too are inspiring ❤️❤️
Addiction has been a part of my life as an outsider looking in with so many of my family members and friends. I have seen people overcome their addictions, and I have seen many die. My love for anybody struggling with addiction runs so deep. You are a true hero if you are able to pull yourself from hell and fight your demons. My brother in law struggled from the age of 15 to 23. He succumbed to his fight at such a young age. If we would have had Tom MacDonald at that time, I think he would've helped him. He connected to music so deeply, and Tom has a way of pulling your mind to the right places when you need to be redirected. I have so much damn love for Tom. I can't even explain it. Congratulations to YOUR sobriety and to theirs. Keep up the good fight because we ALL as a society NEED. YOU. HERE.
I've seen too many people lose the battle of addiction.....I have been sober for 13 years and life is much brighter without the haze.....Anyone who is struggling and reads this please know life means more and you can beat your demons.....Rise up!
7 years sober and it changed my life, my relationships with family and friends became strong again and I could look in the mirror again. Believe in yourself you can do it!
I'm 8 years free from drugs and it's been the best 8 years of my life got my both my kids a new wife and working my ass off to make it it was God's grace I will keep making it
I was on a walk and decided to listen to it. Almost had me in tears (i was trying HARD to not cry outside.) I understood this song and the words, I'm empathic enough to be sympathetic to addicts though I don't believe it's not a disease it's a choice. My mom was an alcoholic growing up & you can't tell me my mom back then loved me because if she loved me, I would've been more important than her addiction. She was emotionally & verbally abusive with me, yeah she went to work but she would stay gone all night. I was raised by my father who was a drug addict and baby sitters. I don't remember my mom spending time with me. She's been clean since I was 13, and NO MATTER how bad our fights got I NEVER threw her alcoholism in her face. I NEVER used it to hurt her. My dad was a drug addict BUT he always took care of me, always was there if I needed him. He was the one who helped me try to believe I wasn't the reason for them divorcing when I was 7. He kept me in clothes, kept me fed, gave me whatever I needed, made sure I never went without. He couldn't take care of himself good, but he was always really good with me. If not for him I'd have probably turned into my mom, as addition runs in the family thankfully it missed me. I'm DAMN proud of Tom and madchild for overcoming their addictions. While yes I know they'll always struggle battling it, I'm proud that they made to get and stay clean and are fighting to keep it that way. I'm proud of any addict that chooses FOR THEMSELVES to finally end killing themselves and get better. Also man I'm proud of you as well.
I dont care for Tom but this song touched me. I was addicted to opiates for 13 years.... rehab 4 times... lost it all... i been clean 10yrs off opiates. And i along with my family and friend are proud of the man they knew i could be.
I WAS an opiate addict for YEARS.. going on my 6th year sober.. I am glad I’m outta that lifestyle and do not want to go back. Listening to a lot of Toms songs has helped me keep it together! Thank you Mr. Tom MacDonald!
I'm a grown ass man, and this song brought tears. It hit my addictions right on the head. Every moment is a batle. even when I sleep the war wages on. BUT these tears were good. Because this song made me feel. Like I'm not alone. 7 years clean on most of them, still slipping on one once in a while.
I Lost a mother, father, and fought my own addiction I'm still fighting cause of hearing these stories. Dont forget "that person" that's what got u here and can keep u here... Much love to ALL!!
People like Tom and yourself save so many people and dont always realize how many they help. Just by there message, hang in there everything gets better. Keep it up man your a wonderful individual.
I just want to say, I'm so proud of everyone who is getting and staying sober. And for those of you that just feel like you cant right now. I hope you know you are incredibly loved and I am praying for you because you deserve that kind of hope. You deserve some light in darkness.
I’m not an addict, but I’m surrounded by it. Lost a few close friends and my father to addiction. So this song definitely still hits close to home for me. I love to see all the people this song has touched in such a short time. Thank you Tom.
To all addicts currently struggling, and those in recovery, please remember you are not alone. You can do this. The sun will shine again. Sending light, love, and healing vibes to you all.
Addiction ain't nothing to fuck with, man. It'll eat you up, lie to you, chew you up and spit you and and it'll make you crawl back to it to go through it all over again because you feel like you can't get away from it. Being a recovering alcoholic myself, it's not a pretty scenario when you hit rock bottom. Keep your head up, Artie. You earned the right to keep your head up. And guys, if you're struggling, FIGHT. FIGHT. FIGHT! Keep fighting! It's worth it, I PROMISE you!
been sober since 2012. It aint easy to fight the war within. But its so much worth it to redefine yourself, after finding yourself and happiness. Masking is easy. facing your fears, and problems is what defines us as men and woman. this is a great song and great reaction bro
Love hearing people’s stories and their truth. 9 1/2 years ago my infant son became my catalyst to change my life and my 6 mo boy saved my life. Everyone says step 1 is the most important admitting. There is a step 0 you’ll never get to 1 if you don’t get to 0. Step 0 is “THIS SHIT HAS GOT TO STOP!” I am so grateful that I don’t have to live that way anymore, if you’ve been through it y’all know. It’s probably why I connected so hard with ArtOfKickz and Tom so much; and binged on y’all’s channels all weekend.
This song struck home for me. It made me cry numerous times. I had so many flaws to get over and be a good father to my children and now my children are finally proud of their dad. I love the truth in this. Great reaction. Amazing song.
I am six years sober from drugs and alcohol. I was on pcp, coke, vicodins and much more and I don't miss those days at all and I am glad of the man I have become #TomMcdonald song sober awesome!
Nothing but love for you big homie, keep that foot on the gas always with the positivity and realness you deliver daily!! I appreciate you being comfortable enough to show us that raw emotion of part of your story as well. My man👊🏽💯
This song hit me hard. Too many people are exposed to shit too early and unprepared to deal with so much addictive things presented as 'cool'. We all need a shoulder to lean on, but more than that, we need to be prepared to face the world. Songs like this help. Too many icons promote a bad life, not teach to avoid it.
I'm so proud of you living in recovery. I've worked with people living with substance abuse for years. I've personally never lived it, but I'm in recovery for mental illness and constantly working the 12 step program in my life, after my suicide attempt in 2016. (It works for more than just substance abuse, it can be worked for all aspects of life) I'm so grateful that God saw more of my life than I did and granted me a second chance, i will NEVER take my life for granted again. I've talked to, had people cry on my shoulder, been gentle but also been so hard on the people I've worked with because I want people to see what is possible if they live their life with gratitude and purpose. And the FIRST thing I tell people is to leave the environment that catered to their abuse. Again, I'm SUPER PROUD of you for your recovery and I'm happy I get to watch your videos, they bring me joy on my harder days. ❤
I have been clean since February 2017. Heroin almost took my life more times than I can count, either from the drug itself or the insane situations it got me into. This song hits so close to home. If you have beat your demons don’t let them back off the ground, keep beating them into the dirt. It’s hard af sometimes but it’s possible. I’ve lost more friends than I care to count, don’t become part of that list to those you love. We need you here brothers and sisters. Get help if you need it please.
I feel this song so hard. I battled a 10 year prescription painkiller and benzo addiction,and almost died at the end. Proud to say I’m coming up to 7 years clean and serene. Proud of anyone who has battled an addiction,and is now in recovery. If you’re still battling...surrender and get yourself to a meeting. You are worth it♥️
I've recently overcome my own addiction. And finally got professional help, every time i listen to this song i cry, but it's a happy cry because i know i accomplished so much i would of never been able to do high.. Love you guys, stay strong out there
3 years clean People who struggle and stay clean are my hero’s because I know how hard it is to get clean and stay clean. Much love and respect to you all ❤️
This song hits home. 2 years sober myself after a 13/14 year struggle. Still a struggle but everyday is a new day. Sobriety really helped out my mental health also. Surrounding yourself around the right people definitely makes the lifestyle change better.
I cried so much the first time I heard this song because it's so real and so Raw it's nice to have someone who will speak our story without sugar coating it
I am 21 years sober from alcohol and 27 years clean from oxy's and tabs. It's been one hell of a ride and I am thankful for every day I have been given. It's still a fight I am winning every day, but it does get easier. Hang in there everyone, it will get better!
More Artist need to use their platforms in this way. This is what is real for so many. Tom, Nova, and MadChild will touch and help a lot of people with this song 🙏❤🔥#HOG
I don't really comment on videos but this one hit home for me. 19 years sober and it feels like yesterday was my last drink. They say you hit a wall when you decide to get sober but I crashed through so many walls I didn't think anything would stop me. One night after drinking the better part of a 30 pack my friend wouldn't let me leave and drive home. I got so mad that I wanted to throw her through a wall. I didn't act on it but she said just sit down for 5 minutes before I left. I sat down with so much anger in me I was burning up. After about a minute I realized what was going on and burst into tears. How could I have those feelings and want to hurt, not only a woman but a friend? What made me want to hurt someone I care deeply for? That night changed my life forever and I haven't drank since. This video brought back that moment and I'm grateful. Talking about getting to know yourself again, the song Good Day For The Blues by Storyville summed it up for me. It's about a relationship but there was enough parallels to make it work. Congratulations on four years and keep on doing what you're doing.
Absolutely Loved it! ❤️ I used to be a Meth addict and yes this Did bring tears to my eyes. Thank you for bringing a voice to the voiceless Tom! For the addicts who were Strong enough to Walk away, to those still in recovery, and to those still Struggling with addiction. ABSOLUTE 🔥🔥 🔥 🔥!!!! And for All those still Struggling, KEEP FIGHTING THE GOOD FIGHT!!!! 👊
11 years clean this May and this one hit home. Going thru it gives you a different perspective on life and you really get in touch with yourself and what you're capable of. I love how Tom makes songs to give everyone a voice. Fire reaction! 🔥🔥
Wow 11 years you are amazing! I Congratulate you and respect you. I know how hard the struggle is not from personal addiction but my mother struggled with addictions. What you are doing is really something to be proud of and I so highly applaud you!
When this dropped I listened to it over and over. The next day I started AA and currently on day 11 sober. Thanks for a great review and congrats on your sobriety.
Being sobar is awsome I am 3 and half years sober I have to thank my friend because he save me from myself. treasure those who walk through hell with you.
Tom's addressing of topics like depression, anxiety, and sobriety are inspiring to say the least. As someone who suffers from depression/anxiety and flirted with Alcohol and porn addiction, his music really can help you on those hard days.
When you first become sober is the most vulnerable time in life. You may feel sick,lost and depressed but being sober now I feel better than I have in years.
This is such a beautiful and deep song!! Tom’s never afraid to express himself, no matter how people might take it. He’s just putting his heart out there for everyone to see. 💁🏻♀️ #HOG4Life
4 years drug clean, lost a shit load in my life. once clean worked my ass off to regain everything i lost.. mostly family. now I was able to see my oldest son Graduate high school. great video keep up the great work!
PTSD and Alcoholism have been sending me for a hell of a ride. My fire department I work fir hooked me up with a program that helps with Both issues, so far I’m 2 day’s without a drop of alcohol, this song came out at the right time
This was a awesome song. Nice hearing a sliver of your 3s life story. I am just over 6 years clean of all substances and alcohol. I travel California sharing my story and that there is a better way of life. Thank you all for your work. Keep up the the great work everyone. Blessed
Congrats on 4 years sober and 250k!! I just hit 25 years (at 47) and this song is giving me a new appreciation for my journey and for my family for getting in my face way back when. Thanks for sharing... keep pushing.
There’s no rest for the wicked.. and in that life you ALWAYS NEED more because no matter how much you have it’s going to run out.. it’s always a nonstop hustle to get more.
I dont ever usually break down over songs. This song.....absolutely crushed my soul. 10 years sober, and currently suffering from a plethora of mental illness'. This song broke me because yes Im proud of being sober for 10 years, but I am yet to proud of the man I am today because my mental illness(agoraphobia, PTSD) prevents me from being the man I want to be.
This song hit me hard, I spent from 9-24 struggling with depression and lost those 15 years of my life to cutting bottling everything up, fighting at school, and 2 suicide attempts. I lost almost everyone I ever loved because of my choices and pushing them away. I’m 25 and finally climbing out of the hole I made and proud of the person I’m becoming love my job as a basketball and football coach for private schools. That chorus is everything.
I have so much love and respect for those who have fought the demon and won. And to the people that are still struggling, please remember that there really are people out there that love you and want to see you conquer the beast. It is possible if you want it bad enough... But you have to fight and give it your all. I'll be 3 years sober in about a week. And to be honest, in a fucked up kind of way, I'm happy I went through heroin addiction and all that bullshit because it changed me for the better.
I done lost everything for Tom a few weeks back but I keep listening as I'm not a hater. Yeah he's worked his way back in where he use to be with me. Good music. Thanks for bringing it bro
5 years sober here man, proud to be clean and proud to be myself finally, although shit going hard rn I still struggle, keep your strength and faith and I'll keep my man
LET'S GO!!! 2019 was a year of depression to the point it was over for me I reached out and it was the best decision ever I'm not 100 percent myself again however atleast I'm getting to know that person again. No one said it was easy or fast but we owe to ourselves to man the fuck up and put everything you got into getting out of that slump. And just know this if anyone is struggling, even if you have no support system, friends, family or hope. I believe in you, your only as strong as you make yourself to be. So take that step better yourself
"Finding someone I know again." That ain't possible for me. When I got back from Iraq...I Had some problems. Tried suicide 2, got diagnosed w/ severe PTSD & depression... Had to get out which crushed me... The military WAS my dream job. As a struggling civilian... I found drugs made me comfortable. They made my thoughts slow down... I finally felt alive again cause I felt things... I cared again. But I cared about getting high. You know you're in bad shape when you consider that... a positive. My comfort turned into my addiction. PTSD LITERALLY changes you forever... A person w/ PTSD WILL NOT BE who they once we're. Couple that w/ addiction. I still know who I was... But I also know he's dead & long gone. It's like I had a brother but he died. Yeah, we were alike but it's the little things that made him different from me. Most days I feel like... I'm just a ghost living in his body.
I love this song so much. I don’t think most people know that Madchild actually had to bury his child. His sobriety after all that considering his past is amazing.
Your so inspirational thank you I've been sober almost 2 yrs. And all thst stuff i went thru thst broke me down to the pits of hell to make it out w the GRACE OF GOD
That's deep. I also Od.back in 92 my bud was laced with pcp..rushed to the emergency room. I quit smoking because of that shit.. thank you God for the wake up call..
Congrats on ur 4yrs brother. I been in the fight my entire life and still fight every day. I pray I can continue to fight my demons off erday. Luv da song truly hits home and inspiring and thank u for telling ur story too.
4yrs! Hell yeah! I'm truly happy for you!!! I don't know you, but I'm walking the same walk. I'm sober now as well. It wasn't easy at all but I'm here now
This song makes you relive the days the devil had your soul. And im not much of a religious person. 18yrs of drinking.. Lost a bunch of good people in my life . and am lucky to still have my share of them who love me for me. Its all perspective if you constantly find reasons to be negative and depressed..life is too short for that..
Congrats on your four years man, and congrats to everyone else who has conquered addiction. Never been addicted myself but I’m a son of a 4th generation alcoholic and I’ve seen addiction first hand and how trapped you must feel. Everyone who’s struggling there is a light at the end of the tunnel and this is only a season. Much love everyone, fight on.
This reaction video and Tom’s original need to be shared millions of times. Everyone needs to see this. This is the way to connect with people nowadays. So many people could be saved from these videos.
Brother, congrats on 4 years, my dude. I'm going on 12 years in July off opiates. Proud of you, my guy. Cutting off the people still into that stuff is definitely one of the hardest, but most important steps. This song is keeping me clean right now cause what I'm going thru is bringing those cravings back. So "this is a war that I'll fight forever" couldnt resonate more with me. I also will not surrender.
Dude this one hit me so hard. Just like " I Wish " but different at the same time. I lived this... next month will actually be 4 years for me too. My daughter... my baby girl literally saved my life.
I don't know if you will read this but I've struggled with addiction. I tried to fight and fight and fight and kept slipping. I eventually stopped fighting. I feel like God has used you to awaken the fight in me. Your story and certain lines from this track hit home. There is too much out there for me and the road might suck to get there but you and the guys on the track have proven it's worth it.
This year my step dad...correct that my dad would have been celebrating 38 years of sobriety this past November. Come March I will be 38, while my dad was alive I was his reminder everyday why he got sober. To all that are going thru the detox and the day to day of staying sober keep at it. Take it from a guy the knows, picking up the bottle is easy, never wanting to pick up another bottle is hard.
Congratulations on four years sober. You should be very proud of yourself. You’re an inspiration to me. I watched this video when I hit 30 days sober and now I’m even more motivated to continue my journey of recovery.
Dayyyuummmm man. I myself has also been through addiction for 8 years of my life and have been sober now for 17 months and couldnt be more proud of myself! #RESPECT
It is a 💣 💣 💣 💣 💣 💣 💣 💣 I lost my high-school sweetheart of 13 years to fentnal. I got 5 years clean this the motivation and what I needed to hear most definitely tom McDonald and madchild and nova Rockefeller hit me hard with this one u been waiting years for his story years for the deep truth and it makes me want to do better then what I'm doing now.#soborsoldires thank you Tom McDonald and madchild and nova for a masterpiece. Thank you.
Ya!! You are the 1st one up! I loved that he did it in an AA meeting type of setting. The stories about their truths made this Amazing! There are so many people struggling with addictions right now. They call it an epidemic like it's just another word. They don't show how bad it is right now. Death by overdose is nearly number one right now. I had to stop watching the 911 videos showing them trying to rescue these people. That picture of a van with a baby in the backseat crying while his parents were slumped over with needles in their arms made me cry. A police officer said he posted that picture to show the world what is going on. That image never leaves me just like this song. Thank you for sharing this and some of your story.
This song hits so many different levels for me. Because I spent seven years abusing drugs and alcohol until I met my ex-wife and her daughter who I am raising as my own. The day I met my little girl I decided I could not have drugs around her. So I quit cold turkey And I have my drinking down to a minimal. Because soon after I am at my ex-wife she got pregnant with my son and I decided it was time to completely straighten out my life. So this song hits real deep for me.
My addiction that I've been dealing with for over 20 years of my life now isn't really considered as bad as say alcoholism or drug addiction! My addiction is spending and it stems from deep depression! To make myself feel better I spend all my money,even other people's money! I'm spending more than I earn,and the debt is making me feel more depressed! My depression stems from feeling invisible pretty much my whole life to everyone! Like if I died,I don't think anyone would notice! Madchild I've been listening to for 27 years now and his songs make me feel a bond to him and now Tom Macdonald is also giving me that deep feeling! @art of kicks this reaction video to this song,hearing your story mixed with the song and thinking on my life brought me to tears!
for everyone, always remember in today's age, you are never alone, Fight the good Fight! 15+ years fighting Depression and Fibromyalgia's constant pain. always been a constant battle to not use something to take away the pain, be it drugs and drink or something else. always one step forward after another. one more new day of constant burning and pain. one more day with those i love.
Awesome. Thanks bro. Really cool hearing your story as well. Our of you my guy. Lotsa love from Nova and I
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This is why you're my favorite artist, you actually connect and care about fans and people in your life.
Great song tom , every single u drop is just a little bit better than the last one and it's awesome watching u grow as a artist ! And Nova's video are absolutely gorgeous.
Bump this up so that AOK can see it!!
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Tom dropped this literally minutes after I put on my makeup and I'm lowkey pissed. Been crying since first listen. I lost my dad to an overdose 16 years ago. He fought his war for a long time, and was winning, but one slip cost us all. "This is a war I'll fight forever " God bless everyone out there fighting, please don't let up ❤
Legitimately same
Sending you lots of 😇 💌 angelic love.
January 14th 2012 is my sobriety day from Opiods and other illegal drugs so on the 14th of January this year I was an emotional wreck. I started out the day with a huge smile and by the time I got home from work and started to really think about how far I've come and who I am today. I was on death door 8 years ago wanting nothing more then to die. Today I have a son who I would do anything for and a life I never thought possible so looking back I get so emotional.
My best friend committed suicide after using with me for her 1st time. I felt so responsible even though she had plans to do it that day long before and no one knew until they found letters in her room. That's what got me sober. I will never give up on soberity to show her and myself I can be better and help others who are in that dark place I came from.
AnghelliC6-7SinneR Thank you so much for your story!! You are an inspiration to everyone still struggling out there......
sorry for your loss..at least he was there
Madchild deserves recognition after All THESE YEARS!!!! RESPECT 💪🏼
Re comment much?
Tom McDonald really helping out madchild and I love it
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Sobriety Gave me Everything Drugs and alcohol had promised me! Sobriety is possible! 17+years active insanity over thank you God 🙏 1day at a time praying for all you still battling"United We Stand Divided We Fall" much luv an respect too all of you!
Five years ago I was homeless with a wife and two children living in my uncles spare bedroom. Got sick of it and hit my knees and prayed to God. He delivered me and pulled me out of the madness!!! We just closed on our house in July of last year and now have three beautiful children!!! Thanks be to God for being there and Thanks be to God for giving me a beautiful wife that never gave up on me!!!!
Tom, Madchild, and Nova.....Thanks for this one. I had chemo today, and am 4 years clean. CHEERS!
1,5 years sober from Heroin. Proud of it !
Mutch Respekt for all the pplz the have win the Fight .... ♥️♥️♥️
Keep it up you are doing so great and I respect and congratulate you for working so hard and accomplishing so much.👏👏👏
@@jhall2904 Thank you very very mutch !!! 🙂
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I'm seeing this in July '21 and praying you now have 2+ years...
I've quit alot of shit in my days (80s-early 90s),
Dope is hard. (only thing tougher is tobacco, Imho).
Wanting something you hate so much is hard enough.
The physical is crippling.
But you made it through that part and every day you're here is a good day (maybe not the best day... But better than the alternative 🤷)
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Congrats on 4 years my dude. I thanked Tom, Nova, and Madchild on this one. Been fucked up for years but after hearing this I'm finally getting help. I thank you and them for helping me realize getting help ain't weak man. Thank you!
I hope this song reaches Anyone & Everyone struggling with the Fight. 3 yrs clean here, thank the Good LORD above. I know the struggle and it's made me who I am. Raising my step granddaughter and a plant supervisor making bank. YOU TOO CAN DO IT.
"If you wanna see a different life, start telling yourself a different story... Create a different story" -Art Of Kickz 2020
Those words for sure have changed someone’s life.
@@Sc00t3r30 that hit me right between the eyes....so true!!
I got clean and survived. My little sister Kelly lost her battle feb 27 2018. I live in honor of her. Thank you Tom for this anthem only bonding more of us together by your music. Love you. And artofkicks keep it up you too are inspiring ❤️❤️
Addiction has been a part of my life as an outsider looking in with so many of my family members and friends. I have seen people overcome their addictions, and I have seen many die. My love for anybody struggling with addiction runs so deep. You are a true hero if you are able to pull yourself from hell and fight your demons. My brother in law struggled from the age of 15 to 23. He succumbed to his fight at such a young age. If we would have had Tom MacDonald at that time, I think he would've helped him. He connected to music so deeply, and Tom has a way of pulling your mind to the right places when you need to be redirected. I have so much damn love for Tom. I can't even explain it. Congratulations to YOUR sobriety and to theirs. Keep up the good fight because we ALL as a society NEED. YOU. HERE.
I've seen too many people lose the battle of addiction.....I have been sober for 13 years and life is much brighter without the haze.....Anyone who is struggling and reads this please know life means more and you can beat your demons.....Rise up!
7 years sober and it changed my life, my relationships with family and friends became strong again and I could look in the mirror again. Believe in yourself you can do it!
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"I can look in the mirror again."
This statement is so powerful.
I'm 8 years free from drugs and it's been the best 8 years of my life got my both my kids a new wife and working my ass off to make it it was God's grace I will keep making it
Congratulations you are wonderful! I know it wasn't easy and I applaud you for your 8 years thats amazing.
I was on a walk and decided to listen to it. Almost had me in tears (i was trying HARD to not cry outside.) I understood this song and the words, I'm empathic enough to be sympathetic to addicts though I don't believe it's not a disease it's a choice. My mom was an alcoholic growing up & you can't tell me my mom back then loved me because if she loved me, I would've been more important than her addiction. She was emotionally & verbally abusive with me, yeah she went to work but she would stay gone all night. I was raised by my father who was a drug addict and baby sitters. I don't remember my mom spending time with me. She's been clean since I was 13, and NO MATTER how bad our fights got I NEVER threw her alcoholism in her face. I NEVER used it to hurt her.
My dad was a drug addict BUT he always took care of me, always was there if I needed him. He was the one who helped me try to believe I wasn't the reason for them divorcing when I was 7. He kept me in clothes, kept me fed, gave me whatever I needed, made sure I never went without. He couldn't take care of himself good, but he was always really good with me. If not for him I'd have probably turned into my mom, as addition runs in the family thankfully it missed me.
I'm DAMN proud of Tom and madchild for overcoming their addictions. While yes I know they'll always struggle battling it, I'm proud that they made to get and stay clean and are fighting to keep it that way. I'm proud of any addict that chooses FOR THEMSELVES to finally end killing themselves and get better. Also man I'm proud of you as well.
I dont care for Tom but this song touched me. I was addicted to opiates for 13 years.... rehab 4 times... lost it all... i been clean 10yrs off opiates. And i along with my family and friend are proud of the man they knew i could be.
I WAS an opiate addict for YEARS.. going on my 6th year sober.. I am glad I’m outta that lifestyle and do not want to go back. Listening to a lot of Toms songs has helped me keep it together! Thank you Mr. Tom MacDonald!
Single dad of 4 battled for years and still battling..now life is good but.yall give me strength..thanks Tom and AOK...love yall
I'm a grown ass man, and this song brought tears. It hit my addictions right on the head. Every moment is a batle. even when I sleep the war wages on. BUT these tears were good. Because this song made me feel. Like I'm not alone. 7 years clean on most of them, still slipping on one once in a while.
I Lost a mother, father, and fought my own addiction I'm still fighting cause of hearing these stories. Dont forget "that person" that's what got u here and can keep u here... Much love to ALL!!
People like Tom and yourself save so many people and dont always realize how many they help. Just by there message, hang in there everything gets better. Keep it up man your a wonderful individual.
Congratulations on your 4 years. I'm 3 years sober after fighting addiction since I was a young child. This song made me cry. I felt it.
I just want to say, I'm so proud of everyone who is getting and staying sober. And for those of you that just feel like you cant right now. I hope you know you are incredibly loved and I am praying for you because you deserve that kind of hope. You deserve some light in darkness.
I’m not an addict, but I’m surrounded by it. Lost a few close friends and my father to addiction. So this song definitely still hits close to home for me. I love to see all the people this song has touched in such a short time. Thank you Tom.
To all addicts currently struggling, and those in recovery, please remember you are not alone. You can do this. The sun will shine again. Sending light, love, and healing vibes to you all.
I’m almost 8 years sober. This song hit so hard.
Addiction ain't nothing to fuck with, man. It'll eat you up, lie to you, chew you up and spit you and and it'll make you crawl back to it to go through it all over again because you feel like you can't get away from it. Being a recovering alcoholic myself, it's not a pretty scenario when you hit rock bottom. Keep your head up, Artie. You earned the right to keep your head up. And guys, if you're struggling, FIGHT. FIGHT. FIGHT! Keep fighting! It's worth it, I PROMISE you!
been sober since 2012. It aint easy to fight the war within. But its so much worth it to redefine yourself, after finding yourself and happiness. Masking is easy. facing your fears, and problems is what defines us as men and woman. this is a great song and great reaction bro
Love hearing people’s stories and their truth. 9 1/2 years ago my infant son became my catalyst to change my life and my 6 mo boy saved my life. Everyone says step 1 is the most important admitting. There is a step 0 you’ll never get to 1 if you don’t get to 0. Step 0 is “THIS SHIT HAS GOT TO STOP!” I am so grateful that I don’t have to live that way anymore, if you’ve been through it y’all know. It’s probably why I connected so hard with ArtOfKickz and Tom so much; and binged on y’all’s channels all weekend.
This song struck home for me. It made me cry numerous times. I had so many flaws to get over and be a good father to my children and now my children are finally proud of their dad. I love the truth in this. Great reaction. Amazing song.
I am six years sober from drugs and alcohol. I was on pcp, coke, vicodins and much more and I don't miss those days at all and I am glad of the man I have become #TomMcdonald song sober awesome!
#Tommcdonald. #MadChild. #Nova
Nothing but love for you big homie, keep that foot on the gas always with the positivity and realness you deliver daily!! I appreciate you being comfortable enough to show us that raw emotion of part of your story as well. My man👊🏽💯
I sub you man your just as awesome
Love you man 🖤🖤
This song hit me hard. Too many people are exposed to shit too early and unprepared to deal with so much addictive things presented as 'cool'. We all need a shoulder to lean on, but more than that, we need to be prepared to face the world. Songs like this help. Too many icons promote a bad life, not teach to avoid it.
Madchild has been preaching truth and delivering these two collabs too. Respect
I'm so proud of you living in recovery. I've worked with people living with substance abuse for years. I've personally never lived it, but I'm in recovery for mental illness and constantly working the 12 step program in my life, after my suicide attempt in 2016. (It works for more than just substance abuse, it can be worked for all aspects of life) I'm so grateful that God saw more of my life than I did and granted me a second chance, i will NEVER take my life for granted again. I've talked to, had people cry on my shoulder, been gentle but also been so hard on the people I've worked with because I want people to see what is possible if they live their life with gratitude and purpose. And the FIRST thing I tell people is to leave the environment that catered to their abuse. Again, I'm SUPER PROUD of you for your recovery and I'm happy I get to watch your videos, they bring me joy on my harder days. ❤
I have been clean since February 2017. Heroin almost took my life more times than I can count, either from the drug itself or the insane situations it got me into. This song hits so close to home. If you have beat your demons don’t let them back off the ground, keep beating them into the dirt. It’s hard af sometimes but it’s possible. I’ve lost more friends than I care to count, don’t become part of that list to those you love. We need you here brothers and sisters. Get help if you need it please.
I feel this song so hard. I battled a 10 year prescription painkiller and benzo addiction,and almost died at the end. Proud to say I’m coming up to 7 years clean and serene. Proud of anyone who has battled an addiction,and is now in recovery. If you’re still battling...surrender and get yourself to a meeting. You are worth it♥️
I've recently overcome my own addiction. And finally got professional help, every time i listen to this song i cry, but it's a happy cry because i know i accomplished so much i would of never been able to do high.. Love you guys, stay strong out there
3 years clean
People who struggle and stay clean are my hero’s because I know how hard it is to get clean and stay clean.
Much love and respect to you all ❤️
This song hits home. 2 years sober myself after a 13/14 year struggle. Still a struggle but everyday is a new day. Sobriety really helped out my mental health also. Surrounding yourself around the right people definitely makes the lifestyle change better.
Awwww.... I’m 3 years clean/sober myself. Opiates are my addiction. This song hit home! Love it!
I cried so much the first time I heard this song because it's so real and so Raw it's nice to have someone who will speak our story without sugar coating it
I am 21 years sober from alcohol and 27 years clean from oxy's and tabs. It's been one hell of a ride and I am thankful for every day I have been given. It's still a fight I am winning every day, but it does get easier. Hang in there everyone, it will get better!
2 years sober beat multiple gun and drug cases my madness is finally over 2 this song means a lot 2 me
More Artist need to use their platforms in this way. This is what is real for so many. Tom, Nova, and MadChild will touch and help a lot of people with this song 🙏❤🔥#HOG
You need to check out Joe Nester
I don't really comment on videos but this one hit home for me. 19 years sober and it feels like yesterday was my last drink. They say you hit a wall when you decide to get sober but I crashed through so many walls I didn't think anything would stop me. One night after drinking the better part of a 30 pack my friend wouldn't let me leave and drive home. I got so mad that I wanted to throw her through a wall. I didn't act on it but she said just sit down for 5 minutes before I left. I sat down with so much anger in me I was burning up. After about a minute I realized what was going on and burst into tears. How could I have those feelings and want to hurt, not only a woman but a friend? What made me want to hurt someone I care deeply for? That night changed my life forever and I haven't drank since. This video brought back that moment and I'm grateful. Talking about getting to know yourself again, the song Good Day For The Blues by Storyville summed it up for me. It's about a relationship but there was enough parallels to make it work. Congratulations on four years and keep on doing what you're doing.
Absolutely Loved it! ❤️ I used to be a Meth addict and yes this Did bring tears to my eyes. Thank you for bringing a voice to the voiceless Tom! For the addicts who were Strong enough to Walk away, to those still in recovery, and to those still Struggling with addiction. ABSOLUTE 🔥🔥 🔥 🔥!!!! And for All those still Struggling, KEEP FIGHTING THE GOOD FIGHT!!!! 👊
Proud of you!
Congrats, man!! 💁🏻♀️👏👏
Glad you made it out. Some don't. God bless!
11 years clean this May and this one hit home. Going thru it gives you a different perspective on life and you really get in touch with yourself and what you're capable of. I love how Tom makes songs to give everyone a voice. Fire reaction! 🔥🔥
Wow 11 years you are amazing! I Congratulate you and respect you. I know how hard the struggle is not from personal addiction but my mother struggled with addictions. What you are doing is really something to be proud of and I so highly applaud you!
When this dropped I listened to it over and over. The next day I started AA and currently on day 11 sober. Thanks for a great review and congrats on your sobriety.
Being sobar is awsome I am 3 and half years sober I have to thank my friend because he save me from myself. treasure those who walk through hell with you.
Tom's addressing of topics like depression, anxiety, and sobriety are inspiring to say the least. As someone who suffers from depression/anxiety and flirted with Alcohol and porn addiction, his music really can help you on those hard days.
When you first become sober is the most vulnerable time in life. You may feel sick,lost and depressed but being sober now I feel better than I have in years.
This is such a beautiful and deep song!! Tom’s never afraid to express himself, no matter how people might take it. He’s just putting his heart out there for everyone to see. 💁🏻♀️
#HOG4Life
4 years drug clean, lost a shit load in my life. once clean worked my ass off to regain everything i lost.. mostly family. now I was able to see my oldest son Graduate high school. great video keep up the great work!
PTSD and Alcoholism have been sending me for a hell of a ride. My fire department I work fir hooked me up with a program that helps with Both issues, so far I’m 2 day’s without a drop of alcohol, this song came out at the right time
This was a awesome song. Nice hearing a sliver of your 3s life story. I am just over 6 years clean of all substances and alcohol. I travel California sharing my story and that there is a better way of life. Thank you all for your work. Keep up the the great work everyone. Blessed
Congrats on 4 years sober and 250k!! I just hit 25 years (at 47) and this song is giving me a new appreciation for my journey and for my family for getting in my face way back when. Thanks for sharing... keep pushing.
Been near death and lost everything recovery is one of the biggest growth I’ve ever had in myself I became so open minded and mature and compassionate
There’s no rest for the wicked.. and in that life you ALWAYS NEED more because no matter how much you have it’s going to run out.. it’s always a nonstop hustle to get more.
this song is for the once broken, i feel it, brings me to tears! a hymn for the ones who have overcome!
This song has me in tears 😭 I have fought my demons for years 🙏
Same. Half my life.. literally. All started when I was 15.
Keep fighting. Both of you. As long as you're alive you can make changes.
This comes from a recovering addict to so I'm speaking from experience.
I dont ever usually break down over songs. This song.....absolutely crushed my soul. 10 years sober, and currently suffering from a plethora of mental illness'. This song broke me because yes Im proud of being sober for 10 years, but I am yet to proud of the man I am today because my mental illness(agoraphobia, PTSD) prevents me from being the man I want to be.
I have the scars to always remember..... hits me sooo deep. Some scars you can see, most you can’t.
This song hit me hard, I spent from 9-24 struggling with depression and lost those 15 years of my life to cutting bottling everything up, fighting at school, and 2 suicide attempts. I lost almost everyone I ever loved because of my choices and pushing them away. I’m 25 and finally climbing out of the hole I made and proud of the person I’m becoming love my job as a basketball and football coach for private schools. That chorus is everything.
I have so much love and respect for those who have fought the demon and won. And to the people that are still struggling, please remember that there really are people out there that love you and want to see you conquer the beast. It is possible if you want it bad enough... But you have to fight and give it your all. I'll be 3 years sober in about a week. And to be honest, in a fucked up kind of way, I'm happy I went through heroin addiction and all that bullshit because it changed me for the better.
I done lost everything for Tom a few weeks back but I keep listening as I'm not a hater. Yeah he's worked his way back in where he use to be with me. Good music. Thanks for bringing it bro
5 years sober here man, proud to be clean and proud to be myself finally, although shit going hard rn I still struggle, keep your strength and faith and I'll keep my man
🖕🏼Depression 🖕🏼Anxiety 🖕🏼Addiction.... I TOTALLY AGREE WITH YOU.....ITS 2020 WE HAVE TO BE STRONG MINDED MAN!!!!! NO MORE WEAKNESS
No harm asking for help if you're struggling either.. never look down on someone unless you're reaching down to help them up :)
@Adam Lynagh..FACTS!! No matter what heartwrenching thing we are going through, no one needs a hand out, we need a hand up👍🏾
LET'S GO!!! 2019 was a year of depression to the point it was over for me I reached out and it was the best decision ever I'm not 100 percent myself again however atleast I'm getting to know that person again. No one said it was easy or fast but we owe to ourselves to man the fuck up and put everything you got into getting out of that slump. And just know this if anyone is struggling, even if you have no support system, friends, family or hope. I believe in you, your only as strong as you make yourself to be. So take that step better yourself
Full spectrum cbds help mild it down quite a bit.
@@ArmChairKoalaBare ....I used to have all that .....been free from all 3 of those for 7 years now 🙏🏼
2 years clean. God willing . Blessed to you all.
"Finding someone I know again."
That ain't possible for me.
When I got back from Iraq...I Had some problems. Tried suicide 2, got diagnosed w/ severe PTSD & depression... Had to get out which crushed me...
The military WAS my dream job.
As a struggling civilian... I found drugs made me comfortable. They made my thoughts slow down... I finally felt alive again cause I felt things... I cared again. But I cared about getting high.
You know you're in bad shape when you consider that... a positive.
My comfort turned into my addiction.
PTSD LITERALLY changes you forever...
A person w/ PTSD WILL NOT BE who they once we're. Couple that w/ addiction.
I still know who I was...
But I also know he's dead & long gone.
It's like I had a brother but he died. Yeah, we were alike but it's the little things that made him different from me.
Most days I feel like...
I'm just a ghost living in his body.
I love this song so much. I don’t think most people know that Madchild actually had to bury his child. His sobriety after all that considering his past is amazing.
Your so inspirational thank you I've been sober almost 2 yrs. And all thst stuff i went thru thst broke me down to the pits of hell to make it out w the GRACE OF GOD
That's deep. I also Od.back in 92 my bud was laced with pcp..rushed to the emergency room. I quit smoking because of that shit.. thank you God for the wake up call..
CONGRATULATIONS! I’m 2 years sober! LIFE IS WORTH LIVING!❤️❤️
This song hits home for me I'm a recovering addict myself and I've been clean for 6 yrs
12 years sober. Took almost losing everything for me to get on the right path. This song hit me deep!
Congrats on ur 4yrs brother. I been in the fight my entire life and still fight every day. I pray I can continue to fight my demons off erday. Luv da song truly hits home and inspiring and thank u for telling ur story too.
4yrs! Hell yeah! I'm truly happy for you!!! I don't know you, but I'm walking the same walk. I'm sober now as well. It wasn't easy at all but I'm here now
This song makes you relive the days the devil had your soul. And im not much of a religious person. 18yrs of drinking.. Lost a bunch of good people in my life . and am lucky to still have my share of them who love me for me. Its all perspective if you constantly find reasons to be negative and depressed..life is too short for that..
17 months opiate free come February. This song hits home hard. This is a war we'll fight forever for sure, but it does get better!
Congrats on your four years man, and congrats to everyone else who has conquered addiction. Never been addicted myself but I’m a son of a 4th generation alcoholic and I’ve seen addiction first hand and how trapped you must feel. Everyone who’s struggling there is a light at the end of the tunnel and this is only a season. Much love everyone, fight on.
This reaction video and Tom’s original need to be shared millions of times. Everyone needs to see this. This is the way to connect with people nowadays. So many people could be saved from these videos.
Brother, congrats on 4 years, my dude. I'm going on 12 years in July off opiates. Proud of you, my guy. Cutting off the people still into that stuff is definitely one of the hardest, but most important steps. This song is keeping me clean right now cause what I'm going thru is bringing those cravings back. So "this is a war that I'll fight forever" couldnt resonate more with me. I also will not surrender.
Dude this one hit me so hard. Just like " I Wish " but different at the same time. I lived this... next month will actually be 4 years for me too. My daughter... my baby girl literally saved my life.
I don't know if you will read this but I've struggled with addiction. I tried to fight and fight and fight and kept slipping. I eventually stopped fighting. I feel like God has used you to awaken the fight in me. Your story and certain lines from this track hit home. There is too much out there for me and the road might suck to get there but you and the guys on the track have proven it's worth it.
This year my step dad...correct that my dad would have been celebrating 38 years of sobriety this past November. Come March I will be 38, while my dad was alive I was his reminder everyday why he got sober. To all that are going thru the detox and the day to day of staying sober keep at it. Take it from a guy the knows, picking up the bottle is easy, never wanting to pick up another bottle is hard.
Congratulations on four years sober. You should be very proud of yourself. You’re an inspiration to me. I watched this video when I hit 30 days sober and now I’m even more motivated to continue my journey of recovery.
Congrats to you for being 4 years clean. Congrats to Tom as well. Big respect.
Dayyyuummmm man. I myself has also been through addiction for 8 years of my life and have been sober now for 17 months and couldnt be more proud of myself! #RESPECT
I wrote this in 2010 while in rehab for my oxycodone addiction and published it in 2015.
Outside Looking In
by Robert W. Curl
Time for me to leave. Bad decisions, worse mistakes. It all led me to this dark place.
No longer having a purpose has erased the layers of happiness and my friends so now all that remains is a blank surface.
The layers of laughter and fun, friends and my kin that protected the black and nasty thoughts and actions I buried deep from within with keyless locks to protect me and my heart from letting anyone back in.
All that remains is a cold heart that nobody dares to try and touch; it became colder than ice, without life like it's hypothermic, & scarier to touch than diseased hypodermic needles and blood.
I created my world now I must pay for thy own sins. I pushed away family and best friends, and yes I let my addiction win. My last words to you that's right in the situation and seat I was in; imagine knocking on your best friends door, but even though you've locked eyes he doesn't let you in. Then after 20 calls you still get sent straight to voicemail over and over again.
For that I don't and won't ever place any blame on them. I'm too happy to see their family's growing even if I'm just on the outside looking in.
Copyright © 2015 Robert W. Curl All Rights Reserved
It is a 💣 💣 💣 💣 💣 💣 💣 💣 I lost my high-school sweetheart of 13 years to fentnal. I got 5 years clean this the motivation and what I needed to hear most definitely tom McDonald and madchild and nova Rockefeller hit me hard with this one u been waiting years for his story years for the deep truth and it makes me want to do better then what I'm doing now.#soborsoldires thank you Tom McDonald and madchild and nova for a masterpiece. Thank you.
Ya!! You are the 1st one up! I loved that he did it in an AA meeting type of setting. The stories about their truths made this Amazing! There are so many people struggling with addictions right now. They call it an epidemic like it's just another word. They don't show how bad it is right now. Death by overdose is nearly number one right now. I had to stop watching the 911 videos showing them trying to rescue these people. That picture of a van with a baby in the backseat crying while his parents were slumped over with needles in their arms made me cry. A police officer said he posted that picture to show the world what is going on. That image never leaves me just like this song. Thank you for sharing this and some of your story.
I struggled for years and glad I finally was able to let it go almost 2 years ago. I just work and focus on me
If you want to see a different life, start telling yourself a different story. Words of wisdom brother!
This song hits so many different levels for me. Because I spent seven years abusing drugs and alcohol until I met my ex-wife and her daughter who I am raising as my own. The day I met my little girl I decided I could not have drugs around her. So I quit cold turkey And I have my drinking down to a minimal. Because soon after I am at my ex-wife she got pregnant with my son and I decided it was time to completely straighten out my life. So this song hits real deep for me.
My addiction that I've been dealing with for over 20 years of my life now isn't really considered as bad as say alcoholism or drug addiction! My addiction is spending and it stems from deep depression! To make myself feel better I spend all my money,even other people's money! I'm spending more than I earn,and the debt is making me feel more depressed! My depression stems from feeling invisible pretty much my whole life to everyone! Like if I died,I don't think anyone would notice! Madchild I've been listening to for 27 years now and his songs make me feel a bond to him and now Tom Macdonald is also giving me that deep feeling! @art of kicks this reaction video to this song,hearing your story mixed with the song and thinking on my life brought me to tears!
Bam! U nailed it! We have to create our own story! The story WE ARE PROUD to live and teach our children with!
for everyone, always remember in today's age, you are never alone, Fight the good Fight!
15+ years fighting Depression and Fibromyalgia's constant pain.
always been a constant battle to not use something to take away the pain, be it drugs and drink or something else.
always one step forward after another.
one more new day of constant burning and pain.
one more day with those i love.
I felt this song.. Super deep cause I've lost family to addiction, I've seen what it's like struggling to be sober.