Hello, I am a man living in South Korea I was diagnosed with depression a few years ago. I was getting suicidal thoughts from persistent self-hatred. Now I'm holding on to taking the medicine. But a few weeks ago, I was able to properly listen to your songs on TH-cam, which introduces your songs. Tears came to my eyes while listening to 100 bad days, karma thank you i got my strength Thanks to you, I have the courage to continue living. thank you for everything
Hi guys! So my Mum Is a therapist, and i actually asked her what are her thoughs about this masterpiece. She told me in the recovery process there is always a "waiting" period, where the patient is doing everything good but things don't seem to get Better. Mental health recovery is a long journey, and even if you are trying your best sometimes all you gonna do is wait for your bad thoughs to go away. They are going to, but they need their time. So yes, be good this year!
“But after an hour it feels like complaining” I feel like everyone has at least one line in this song that hits hard, that one slapped me in the face. I hate opening up because everyone just tells me I’m complaining
That last verse is so fucking heavy. Begging for help and not knowing what to do, even though everyone tells you that you're doing better, but *inside* nothing has changed, and it makes you feel like everything is just so pointless. I have to hold myself back from crying every time it gets to that part.
Bro, AJR somehow managed to form an emotion and feeling that some people can't even describe into a great song. This song is a good representation of existentialism and feeling like nothing matters cause no matter how much you try, you feel like you fail in the end.
when you try so hard but your parents always say "this isn't enough and try more'' and you give up and say "f¨k it i don't care anymore" well it's my history
GREAT WORDS!! if you like AJR, please check out my music!! You will be VERY surprised. I am only a 15 year old :) I make all of the original music completely on my own, play everything myself as well!
those 3 last lines hit *hard* The universe works in mysterious ways But I’m starting to think it ain’t working for me Doctor, should I be good, should I be good this year?
That whole verse sounds like a panic attack feels. But the line "I tripped on my ankle and fractured my elbow, but doesnt that mean that the tours gonna sell though" hits hardest cause it makes me really concerned for AJR
"Wait, don't go away, Can i lie here forever?" Hits me so hard, it's literally my situation, i have no place to go where i feel comfortable and relaxed enough to be myself.
“You say that i’m better; why don’t I feel better?" God, that hits hard. This entire song is a hard relate and I'm so thankful to AJR. All of their songs relly touch me and make me feel like maybe I'm not so alone after all.
What's that, fear of being left behind? 'Cause I have that one. Comes from the uterus, from all places... I've lost a twin in there, and that somehow left a mark on who I am and what I feel. The worst part of it? It's more common than you think. At least 10% of world the population lost their twin die in the womb, oftenly before the first ultrassound, and then they don't even know. The research used more modern technologies to identify it. (Sorry if that's too random, but I try to bring it up the most times as possible, since it's such an unkown problem. Symptons can be identified, though, and prenatal and perinatal psychology treats It. The syndrome of the vanishing twin, how it's called )
The lines "but after an hour it sounds like complaining", "doctor should I be good this year" and "you say I am better, why dont i feel better" hit me sooooo hard
Yeah and the “fine, oh no everything’s fine” because every time I try to explain how I feel about something everyone just says I’m complaining and that not everything needs to be perfect. I usually respond like”I’m fine” if someone asks me to avoid that :(
hello. I am a Korean middle school student who is doing the good comments challenge in moral class. Even though I'm not good at English so I'm using a translator, I still want to tell you this. AJR's songs really helped me a lot. As I passed 2023 and entered 2024, I felt quite a sense of loss, but I was able to get through that period by listening to this song. Although this song is 4 years old, it is as precious to me as a song that came out not long ago. AJR I hope you continue to sing many good songs! go for it! Below is the original text in Korean. 안녕하세요. 도덕수업에서 선플 달기 챌린지를 하고 있는 한국 중학생입니다. 비록 영어를 잘하진 못해 번역기를 사용하고 있지만 이렇게라도 전하고 싶습니다. AJR의 노래는 정말 저에게 너무 큰 도움이 되었습니다. 2023년을 보내고 2024년을 맞이할 때 상실감이 꽤나 컸는데, 이 노래를 들으며 그 시기를 버텼습니다. 4년이나 지난 노래이지만 저에게는 나온지 얼마 안된 노래만큼이나 소중합니다. AJR 앞으로도 좋은 노래 많이 불러주시기 바랍니다! 화이팅!
that line brought tears to my eyes. i've had a hell of a time with my physical health lately and even though my gi and gp both say my physical health has gotten a lot better, i'm still suffering emotionally and i sit there in their office while they fill out the discharge papers thinking that if they could see how I am inside they'd retract their prognosis in an instant. They're amazing doctors, and I owe them my quality of life, but it never fails to depress me that doctors overall can't treat emotional sickness with the accuracy and efficiency they can treat physical sickness.
Kythra Kel Yeah it’s great, he doesn’t make the swear the focus of the line. I feel like I could play this in front of my parents without them getting mad lol
i feel like this song is about the kind of people who are empaths,like they look out for and help people and are compassionate but no one helps THEM as they sink deeper into the emptiness
When you help people, u need to know that u shouldn’t expect anything in return because people help the weak for a reason and it’s because the weak can’t help themselves neither can they help u
@@Pain-bv9ik that's not what I meant at all.what I meant is that people think that helpful people don't need help because hey if they can fix other people's problems they can fix their own,right?wrong.so no one questions if they're feeling bad so they don't bother to wonder how they're doing,which leads those helpful,kind people into deeper states of mental instability.
"Should I be good, should I be good this year", that hits hard. In my opinion, you should always be good, all the time, no matter what. But at the same time, its hard to go on while feeling empty, hollow, etc.. You need to feel good while doing something good in order to continue doing it. This feeling of being incomplete, no matter what you do, is depression...as I'm sure many of the people listening to this are aware. I suffer from it, and my advice is this, never give up...
Well, isn't that the point? He says they don't have time anymore so then you have this hectic part where he tries to says as much as he can but then the imaginary appointment stops and so does the song
I get " well is it my fault?!? What do you want me to do for you, huh???? Honestly everyone had problems stop complaining, there's nothing I can do for you, so don't tell me" ......I didn't want you to do anything but emotionally support me and let me cry it out. Not just shut me up.
I have depression and go to therapy for it. In therapy, they tend to give suggestions on how to try to improve and sometimes I’m not able to work up the ability to even try that. I was never able to really explain why before, but this song explains it perfectly. Thanks AJR for writing this
I honestly do not think I could relate to this song more than I already do. Trying your hardest to be a good person, only to realize that there is no outcome of your effort, and you are there to think if it was even worth it is a topic I deal with quite often. With everything with school and relationships with my closest friends and trying not to mess everything up only to question your purpose of it in the first place
I’m trying to get into UCSB with the hopes that I will be able to see my friends for the first time in seven years, but even if I get in after all my hard work there’s still a chance they might not, I know exactly how you feel
You can be as nice as you want but if you act all mopey when something bad happens that is what keeps you down, not being nice. You need to be out there more rather than just being nice.
I’ve listened to this song at least 6 times (maybe more) and each time I get closer to crying. It’s just been that kind of day, and I finally reached my breaking point. But I’m so thankful to have this help me through it. Thank you so much guys!
The line “ you say that I’m better, why don’t I feel better?” Is what hit different for me. I’ve been told all my life that I’m getting better at everything but it doesn’t ever feel like it’s true like I’m never actually improving, like I’m unintentionally “faking it till I make it” if that makes any sense and it stresses me out thinking that I can’t live up to the expectations that I set up for myself
Dude,you're not going to belive this but i know EXACRTLY what your talking about/ what that feels like. me and everone in the replies are here keep ddoing it your way, and your be the GOAT
AJR is the only band ive seen that mainly writes songs about relatable, realistic topics. They dont make weird, effortless music. You just need to understand it.
I legit thought that no one would ever understand how I really feel and I felt all alone in this world. Then my friend sent me a link to an ajr song and I realized there are thousands of people like me who understand how I feel and it makes things a little less stressful. So thank you Ajr!
At first I thought he was being “helpful and friendly” to other people but now... I realize he’s talking about self care: The hardest process any person could go through. It is something I constantly struggle with, but let’s be good. I’m never alone if I know that people are listening to this song and feeling the same as me. We can do this!
I personally struggle with teeth care, and having a parent who works in dental, that doesn’t blow over well. If I do brush them, I feel so proud of myself, but they still wont believe me, check my teeth, and say, “You did a shit job. Go do it again.” And like that, my self-confidence- what I have- just… collapses.
Anyone else here think we need to address how AJR is feeling? I love their music no doubt about it but they seem to be going through some tough times, no?
What’s even worse is that, if this is about AJR, they describe how their therapist has waved them off as “normal.” Could this song be a member of AJR’s band trying to cope with the fact that they’re still depressed and no longer have a therapist to help them?
"The universe works in mysterious ways, but I'm starting to think it ain't working for me" AJR knows how to put into words what I never could express. .
This is the anthem for anyone and everyone has tried to succeed at life, but has constantly shit upon by it or people who haven’t put in even half the time or effort to get where they are.
The entire last verse is just fantastic. Especially the line "Wait don't go away, can I lie here forever? You say that I'm better, why don't I feel better? The universe works in mysterious ways, but I'm starting to think it ain't working for me. Doctor should I be good, should I be good this year?" This line is my favorite in the whole song. I get emotional every single time I sing it.
I was actually crying during this song, I dont know why but the music, the sound just filled me with so much joy and emotion. I love this album so much
To all who see this comment. know that just as it is the calm before the storm, it is the storm before the calm. If you’re listening to this song because you’ve tried your best and keep getting thrown back down to the ground. I want you to know that no matter what something good will come your way. You are a beautiful and amazing person that should never stop trying 😊
Every time I’m in a bad mental spot, I always isolate myself. I always think I’m alone, but AJR’s songs remind me that over millions of people per month come to listen to these songs because they are struggling. It made me realize I’m not suffering alone.
Kutloano Jonas same but depression like I’m not THAT depressed but still like even tough it’s just through a screen it’s just such a relief to hear their songs and just joy altogether.
"The universe works in mysterious ways but I'm starting to think it ain't workin for me" mmM I've never been driven to tears by a song before and honestly I'm not mad
3:27 this whole verse is just like a slap in the face of reality. It's like you always want someone to listen to your problems and you always want someone to tell you what to do and how to do it and how to do a right but the world doesn't work that way doesn't matter how hard you work it always feels like things are getting worse. But things will get better so I think we all should be good this year.
To give me some diagnosis of why I'm so hollow, please give me instructions, I'll promise I'll follow, I tripped on my ankle and fractured my elbow, but doesn't that mean that the tours gonna sell though? I try to explain the good faith that's been wasted, but after an hour it sounds like complaining, wait, don't go away, can I lie here forever? You say that I'm better, why don't I feel better?! The universe works in mysterious ways, but I'm starting to think it ain't workin' for me, doctor should I be good? Should I be good this year?
in Primary School, I worked my ass off with no reward. Now I am in my third year in high school, or Year 9. I am 15 now, and I have decided that it isn’t worth it anymore. AJR has honestly been my only outlet, as it’s really the only band I can listen to without getting annoyed. Adam, Jack, Ryan, you won’t see this, but you guys are absolutely amazing. Edit: How did a depressing comment like this get so many likes, my usual range for likes maxes out at 20 Edit 2: why are so many people replying to this
Haha I feel you, but I implore you to work your ass off nevertheless. The song isn’t telling you to stop trying, but dissecting these feelings. You’ve got this.
Arum Allsopp Wilson Half Irish by genetics, but I’ve lived in Aus all my life. I’m not necessarily blaming it on the education system (though they need to fix it) but more on the actual teachers and a lot of the problem isn’t school related
bro i was jamming so hard to this and didn’t even notice that lol. That’s intentional tho. Each song from NEOTHEATER has a part of another song from the album in it
If you think about it 100 Bad Days and Karma sorta fit together Karma is a song about trying to get better mentally through therapy and 100 Bad Days can be considered being hurt and damaged not only physically but also mentally
It’s hard and tragic to scroll in the comments, looking around to see faces, faking smiles, depressed people needing help. This song hit me hard, it’s sad how much of a addiction and reality this song can be. Paragraphs, meaningful sentences all describing so much. Comments from years, months and days ago. I honestly love how this song was wrote,sang, and edited. Real masterpiece, wish there were more songs that captured this energy that’s in are world, great job.
Has anybody noticed that this whole song is like a therapy session? "I'm not sure why I booked today's appointment" "Am I crazier than other patients?" "So where's the karma doc, I've lost my patience" "Time, I know we're out of time But what if sad thoughts come and I can't stop it Bye, I don't wanna say bye If only I could keep you in my pocket To give me some diagnosis of why I'm so hollow Please give me instructions, I promise I'll follow" The outro is basically when the session is over, but he doesn't want it to end. Sometimes I really wonder if everything is okay with AJR.
Cherry Cake Yep, this song is about Jack going through a therapy session. Basically, he’s trying to explain that despite his life going well, he still feels depressed. His therapist doesn’t see this and tells him he’s fine. The ending was a tad dark, but Jack said he wrote this when he was going through a tough time, so he’s feeling better now.
They said in their livestream that every song has a piece of another song "hidden" in it, like one big Overture. I've been playing a fun game of trying to figure out which song clip is in each one lol.
You know, we tend to be taught that things will always get better. So when I listened to the first verse I was in my head thinking I was the only one getting worse. But by the second verse I realized that they wouldn't write this if they or other people couldnt relate. Made me realize I'm not alone.
yea, i used to get jealous that some artists were given the platform to speak about their feelings and struggles. then i realized that everyone who does this, ajr, ed sheeran, twenty one pilots, olivia o brien, they can be the voice for all of us.
i like how the singer addresses their doctor/psychiatrist/therapist in this song. reminds me of what went through my head during my old appointments. it really hits home and im greatful that this song exists :)
Everyone has a line in this song that really hits hard, and for me it’s “oh no everything’s fine! I’m not sure why I booked today’s appointment”. and I can say, It’ll be fine, keep going. Be good this year.
I've been so good, I've been helpful and friendly I've been so good, why am I feeling empty? I've been so good, I've been so good this year I've been so good, but it's still getting harder I've been so good, where the hell is the karma? I've been so good, I've been so good this year Why, are you asking me why? My days and nights are filled with disappointment Fine, oh no, everything's fine I'm not sure why I booked today's appointment I've been so good, I've been helpful and friendly I've been so good, why am I feeling empty? I've been so good, I've been so good this year I've been so good, but it's still getting harder I've been so good, where the hell is the karma? I've been so good, I've been so good this year What, am I normal or not? Am I crazier than other patients? Right, I've done everything right So where's the karma doc, I've lost my patience 'Cause I've been so good, I've been working my ass off I've been so good, still, I'm lonely and stressed out I've been so good, I've been so good this year And I've been so good, but it's still getting harder I've been so good, where the hell is the karma? I've been so good, I've been so good this year Ah-ah-ah-ah Ah-ah-ah-ah Ah-ah-ah-ah-ah Ah-ah-ah-ah Ah-ah-ah-ah Ah-ah-ah-ah-ah I've been so good this year I've been so good this year Time, I know we're out of time But what if sad thoughts come and I can't stop it Bye, I don't wanna say bye If only I could keep you in my pocket To give me some diagnosis of why I'm so hollow Please give me instructions, I promise I'll follow I tripped on my ankle and fractured my elbow But doesn't that mean that the tour's gonna sell though? I try to explain the good faith that's been wasted But after an hour it sounds like complaining Wait don't go away, can I lie here forever? You say that I'm better, why don't I feel better? The universe works in mysterious ways But I'm starting to think it ain't working for me Doctor, should I be good? Should I be good this year?
This song has helped me through the rough days of anorexia and anxiety. I've listened to it on repeat full blast multiple times and it is such a comforting, beautiful, well-written song. AJR is so underappreciated.
Yeah I have bad anxiety/depression myself and I listen to this nearly all the time because it’s like AJR is saying what’s on my mind but in a beautiful melodic tone and it comforts me in a weird way and helps me feel less alone.
i just started therapy after 4+ years of wanting and failing to get a good therapist and every bit of this song feels like a validating punch in the face.
most of these comments are people venting, saying how they relate to this song. well, i just wanted to say, that everything will get better. it might take days, weeks, months, or even years. but it WILL get better. you might have to wait, and it might look like you're making no progress, but you are. i promise you all are making progress. if you haven't started your journey of healing, then, i know you can make progress. you can do it. i believe in you
@@Sataroniii I think they mean, even if he dies or something traumatic happens, the tours aren't going to sell very high because they aren't famous. But, I respect your opinion.
Given the song is named karma, through the song he talks about how he keeps getting bad karma and he believes that he is due for good karma because he keeps getting bad karma. I believe that by saying "I fractured my elbow" then following up with "doesnt that mean to tours gonna sell though?" Relates back to to how he thinks that good karma is on it's way. But in reality as he talks to his doctor, representing reality, just because he has all this bad stuff has happen to him doesnt mean good things are coming. Because the universe works in mysterious ways
@@ryanbennett2128 yes I think you are right, he kind of hopes that since something bad happened to him, something good will happen to equalize it since thats usually how the universe works
For some reason I see this song as the idea of being the “gifted kid” or the expectation and soon enough instead of getting rewarded for good behavior or good grades you’re just expected to have it. Like you hear people say, “you should be more like ____” when talking to someone else but referring to you. Then something happens and you have a bad day and can’t put in as much effort and the story is, “you should be doing your best, I know you can do better,” but you like can’t? Idk I might just be self-projecting here.
As a person with severe anxiety and depression i have almost all of songs on my playlist you all have helped me with my depression and anxiety thank you so much keep up the good work also i memorized all the lyrics 😁💯👏
Now that year 11 exams are cancelled, I was listening to Spotify while we’re all stuck at home. Then this song came on. All the revision, all the hard work, all the stressful nights. I really hope that the predicted grades are good, where’s the karma?!?? What’s our purpose anymore? These lyrics are too perfect 😓 especially the last verse: “I try to explain the good faith that’s been wasted But after an hour it sounds like complaining Wait, don’t go away, can I lie here forever? You say that I’m better why don’t I feel better? The universe works in mysterious ways But I’m starting to think it ain’t working for me Doctor, should I be good, should I be good this year?”
@@ParadoxPerson02 thank you, it did! I was in a not so good headspace when I wrote this comment but I'm so, so glad to tell my past self that everything turned out okay with time.
Setting aside all the feels this song gives, that finale is freaking amazing, since it sounds like it's all done in a single breath. I have tried to sing along so many times but I run out of air 2/3rds to 3/4ths of the way through, and all my attempts to get just a bit of air puts me off-tempo. Just saying, stellar singing.
I've been so depressed recently. I'm so tired of people putting me down and treating me like shit. I want to throw myself out of existence, die, and never wake up from a dream. And yet, listening to AJR makes me feel better. I love AJR. I cried in my closet last night. I'm so scared. Why am I so hollow? Why do I feel this way... It's their fault. AJR really speaks to me.
Please don’t harm yourself, if you don’t know what to do, just try to find something or someone that gives you purpose. It won’t be easy, but it will be worth it.
You don't need to have a mental illness. I think this song is about someone who's been a very kind person but still everything goes wrong for them. For example when you get 100% on your test and your mom goes to check the test where you got a 50% instead:,) (not at all this just happened to me and I'm still mad about it)
@@loveable9852 yeah most likely. I was just picking up something about a mental illness because it seemed like the lyrics was the frontman (i dont know his name) is talking to his therapist
every now and then, I unconsciously return to this song. loved the beats, the lyrics and the "home welcome" feelings the song give me so much, yet afraid and sad for that
AJR gives me such familiar, like nostalgic vibes even if this is the first time I’m hearing all these songs. They really touch my heart it feels like home. Like I’ve already listened to them before
I've been tring to get into a Medical University for 2 years and I finally gave up. Now I can't help but cry everytime I see a doctor in television just because my mom always talks about how they're helping so much rn. I KNOW, MOM! I REALLY TRIED TO BE A DOCTOR I'M SORRY I'M SO STUPID THAT THEY JUST DON'T WANT ME
I know it's been a while. I hope you're better now. But if you're still struggling, I hope you know you'll find something else. Try out new things you could try and get a job for. Make sure it's something you enjoy and not what someone else wants you to do. I believe in you!
Things get rough some time. As a guy whose girlfriend who's been making a recovery from being suicidal, I know how people can feel that everything is always against them, and how one bad thing can lead to another. This might not mean much from a stranger, but you're not dumb. Medical school isn't an easy thing to get through. Keep trying to find something that you enjoy. And if you want to help someone, there are other jobs out there. Keep trying! You got this!
I feel like the beat is upbeat and peppy because It represents how we cover all the pain with a smile but really we are hurting. Does that make any sense. I think it does, but I don't know tell what you think
I don’t know if anyone will see this but thank you guys for some of the most meaningful songs in my life this helped me through one of the worst times in my life and I have you guys to thank for making it.
I try to remind myself that my kindness is noble. That being selfless will pay off. But it hasn't. I feel pain, and for no reason. Why is that? Am I torturing myself? If anyone would have an answer to this, PLEASE let me know. I feel distant even from those I'm closest to. I can't feel like anyone really cares about my issues. And most of me knows they have no reason to. I also just don't tell them. Why should I? No need to share the pain. Besides, they can't fix it. The universe works in mysterious ways.
I know how you feel...I have been so nice to my only friends,but they’re so distant,yet so close...my parents try to make me happy,but they just don’t know how...I guess you and I are in the same boat that slowly sinks
I know how you feel. Recently all my friends have left and I'm trying to work through the pain and sorrow. Talking to people really does help. It shows you trust them, and it makes you feel better. Just try it. It's worth a shot, right? Pain is a natural part of life. You can't understand true happiness without it. I'm not saying it will be easy, but you will get through it. Even just working up the courage to share something personal like this is great. You've got this.
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The intensity of the line "you say that I'm better, why don't I feel better?" hurts my insides a lot.
Professor Car Keys, yeah me too!
Same (
@Estar Kline and you're not wrong!
@@RightBoyKA-POW And you're right
@@elly4141 and you're right and wrong
Last verse alone is worth the price of the album.
Bryce it gives me goosebumps every time I hear it
It’s so meaningful, and well written unlike most music these days.
@OrchiidLove
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Bryce big facts
The entire last segment of the song gives me chills
ajr: the ceo of making upbeat songs about depression. but fr this song really hits
Relatable
@@Typhlosho twenty-one pilots is such a fucking depressing band I mean that are super talented but holy shit all of there songs are depressing
Second only to TØP
Yup
ah beautiful depression
Hello, I am a man living in South Korea
I was diagnosed with depression a few years ago. I was getting suicidal thoughts from persistent self-hatred.
Now I'm holding on to taking the medicine.
But a few weeks ago, I was able to properly listen to your songs on TH-cam, which introduces your songs.
Tears came to my eyes while listening to 100 bad days, karma
thank you i got my strength
Thanks to you, I have the courage to continue living.
thank you for everything
Wow this shows how impactful music really is. I hope you are doing well
I hope you are doing better
화이팅하십쇼
I hope you’re doing well :)
Tembien tengo sida we
Hi guys!
So my Mum Is a therapist, and i actually asked her what are her thoughs about this masterpiece.
She told me in the recovery process there is always a "waiting" period, where the patient is doing everything good but things don't seem to get Better. Mental health recovery is a long journey, and even if you are trying your best sometimes all you gonna do is wait for your bad thoughs to go away. They are going to, but they need their time.
So yes, be good this year!
You are a good person
Thanks good chrismas
Thank you :')
This is incredibly reassuring thank you so much
the words of 2021
ajr just takes all the weird obscure emotions i feel and somehow explains them through their songs
Same here my friend.
ya. but there asome
@@buttonmashers6517 yep.
yep.
i agree deeply like netflix trip explains my life
“But after an hour it feels like complaining” I feel like everyone has at least one line in this song that hits hard, that one slapped me in the face. I hate opening up because everyone just tells me I’m complaining
I agree with this. I don't know what line I can relate to because I feel like almost this whole song I can relate to.
@@Vroomscloset That is completely true and I agree in full with you
I'm always just complaining, seeking pity, and being a bitch every day. That's all I ever hear.
@@crazybash7187 then those are not the right people
That is so true and i agree 💯, the line i can relate to is " fine, no everything's fine."
That last verse is so fucking heavy. Begging for help and not knowing what to do, even though everyone tells you that you're doing better, but *inside* nothing has changed, and it makes you feel like everything is just so pointless. I have to hold myself back from crying every time it gets to that part.
You guys hold yourselves back from crying?
its okay, you dont need to hold back if you dont want to. its a very sad part :(
Yes!!! That's so fucking me... on the outside it goes better but insides NOTHING changed..
Shit this hit me so hard
I've been trying to put this into words for ages oml.
“The universe works in mysterious ways but I’m starting to think it ain’t working for me”
I felt that...
Me too
I know right
didnt everyone? ;-;
Same
same
Bro, AJR somehow managed to form an emotion and feeling that some people can't even describe into a great song. This song is a good representation of existentialism and feeling like nothing matters cause no matter how much you try, you feel like you fail in the end.
Perfect
You tried so hard and got so far but in the end it didn't even matter- Linkin Park
the feeling of... helplessness? i dunno how to describe it
when you try so hard but your parents always say "this isn't enough and try more'' and you give up and say "f¨k it i don't care anymore" well it's my history
GREAT WORDS!! if you like AJR, please check out my music!! You will be VERY surprised. I am only a 15 year old :) I make all of the original music completely on my own, play everything myself as well!
those 3 last lines hit *hard*
The universe works in mysterious ways
But I’m starting to think it ain’t working for me
Doctor, should I be good, should I be good this year?
sparkling heart I think the last verse hits the hardest. But for me it’s the first three lines of that last verse.
For me it was 'You say that I'm better, why don't I feel better?'
That whole verse sounds like a panic attack feels. But the line "I tripped on my ankle and fractured my elbow, but doesnt that mean that the tours gonna sell though" hits hardest cause it makes me really concerned for AJR
tori248 the tours might sell when they start making good nusic
Yeah that’s my favourite part
"Wait, don't go away, Can i lie here forever?" Hits me so hard, it's literally my situation, i have no place to go where i feel comfortable and relaxed enough to be myself.
..Did you find a place to feel comfortable at yet?
Hope your doing better
Hits me hard? What do you mean by that 😂
@@bruh-hi2lgliterally
@@bruh-hi2lg he means that it hurted him
“You say that i’m better; why don’t I feel better?"
God, that hits hard.
This entire song is a hard relate and I'm so thankful to AJR. All of their songs relly touch me and make me feel like maybe I'm not so alone after all.
That line hurts me
It’s one of the many reasons why I adore AJR, because they sing about things that are very relatable
This is the only band I’ve ever related to on such an unexplainable level, and that line makes me tear up almost every single time
Try sum pizza its gud
That’s my favorite part of the song
"You say that I'm better, why don't I feel better?"
Those words hit hard.
Facts.
Just like a goddamn billdozer to the heart right there
your pfp is dope😤👌
Amen
That's how I felt when my group therapy ended.
1:51 “Cause I’ve been so good, I’ve been working my ass off. I’ve been so good still I’m lonely and stressed out.” Hit different for me
It came on JUST as i read this
Same. Big mood.
That part of the song is.the.most relatable thing to me with working from home
Same
So my school life
Out of all songs title Karma, this rightfully takes the cake for No. 1
I get goosebumps when he says "Wait don't go away",
Every time
What's that, fear of being left behind? 'Cause I have that one. Comes from the uterus, from all places... I've lost a twin in there, and that somehow left a mark on who I am and what I feel. The worst part of it? It's more common than you think. At least 10% of world the population lost their twin die in the womb, oftenly before the first ultrassound, and then they don't even know. The research used more modern technologies to identify it.
(Sorry if that's too random, but I try to bring it up the most times as possible, since it's such an unkown problem. Symptons can be identified, though, and prenatal and perinatal psychology treats It. The syndrome of the vanishing twin, how it's called )
MY FAVORITE LINE
Same but when he says "Still I'm lonely and stressed out".
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The lines "but after an hour it sounds like complaining", "doctor should I be good this year" and "you say I am better, why dont i feel better" hit me sooooo hard
Yeah and the “fine, oh no everything’s fine” because every time I try to explain how I feel about something everyone just says I’m complaining and that not everything needs to be perfect. I usually respond like”I’m fine” if someone asks me to avoid that :(
Is that a tamaki amajiki pfp
@@lightninglizardtv9074 It is
@@piausc4712 same
Same
Imagine being the therapist in his song. How the heck do you respond to this.
I would honestly just stand there slack jawed with sympathy and sadness for the guy...
Hugs
I'll hug him and say "it's gonna be alright"
@@thechaosmaker6227 that's good mate
well, idon´t know but i really need the answer
hello. I am a Korean middle school student who is doing the good comments challenge in moral class. Even though I'm not good at English so I'm using a translator, I still want to tell you this. AJR's songs really helped me a lot. As I passed 2023 and entered 2024, I felt quite a sense of loss, but I was able to get through that period by listening to this song. Although this song is 4 years old, it is as precious to me as a song that came out not long ago. AJR I hope you continue to sing many good songs! go for it!
Below is the original text in Korean.
안녕하세요. 도덕수업에서 선플 달기 챌린지를 하고 있는 한국 중학생입니다. 비록 영어를 잘하진 못해 번역기를 사용하고 있지만 이렇게라도 전하고 싶습니다. AJR의 노래는 정말 저에게 너무 큰 도움이 되었습니다. 2023년을 보내고 2024년을 맞이할 때 상실감이 꽤나 컸는데, 이 노래를 들으며 그 시기를 버텼습니다. 4년이나 지난 노래이지만 저에게는 나온지 얼마 안된 노래만큼이나 소중합니다. AJR 앞으로도 좋은 노래 많이 불러주시기 바랍니다! 화이팅!
Have you heard their newer songs yet
I ain’t reading all that
"You say that I'm better, Why don't I feel better?" Ugh, that line...
that line brought tears to my eyes. i've had a hell of a time with my physical health lately and even though my gi and gp both say my physical health has gotten a lot better, i'm still suffering emotionally and i sit there in their office while they fill out the discharge papers thinking that if they could see how I am inside they'd retract their prognosis in an instant. They're amazing doctors, and I owe them my quality of life, but it never fails to depress me that doctors overall can't treat emotional sickness with the accuracy and efficiency they can treat physical sickness.
The line? More like the DELIVERY OH MY GOD
@@lyn3483 that last sentence you wrote i just....i felt it
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lol as I was scrolling down they sang it as I read it
I like AJR because they swear so naturally it doesn't even sound like they're actually swearing.
They have sworn? I didnt even notice
When did they swear lol
SprinkyBoi “where the hell is the karma” and “i’ve been working my ass off” - i think they’re mild, but they’re still technically swears
Oh i guess lol
Didn’t even realize it
Kythra Kel Yeah it’s great, he doesn’t make the swear the focus of the line. I feel like I could play this in front of my parents without them getting mad lol
i feel like this song is about the kind of people who are empaths,like they look out for and help people and are compassionate but no one helps THEM as they sink deeper into the emptiness
THANK YOU FOR PUTTING THE WORDS CORRECTLY FROM MY HEAD
@@MischaRTC yo bro I'll help you man don't got to be alone I understand how it feels
@@MischaRTC how can I help you man? >:D
When you help people, u need to know that u shouldn’t expect anything in return because people help the weak for a reason and it’s because the weak can’t help themselves neither can they help u
@@Pain-bv9ik that's not what I meant at all.what I meant is that people think that helpful people don't need help because hey if they can fix other people's problems they can fix their own,right?wrong.so no one questions if they're feeling bad so they don't bother to wonder how they're doing,which leads those helpful,kind people into deeper states of mental instability.
"Should I be good, should I be good this year", that hits hard. In my opinion, you should always be good, all the time, no matter what. But at the same time, its hard to go on while feeling empty, hollow, etc.. You need to feel good while doing something good in order to continue doing it. This feeling of being incomplete, no matter what you do, is depression...as I'm sure many of the people listening to this are aware. I suffer from it, and my advice is this, never give up...
It's definitely weird but I love how the song just ends. No fade out or anything it just stops.
yeah, it kinda makes it perfect for looping
Just like how some movies just abruptly stop.
I think it hopefully is to represent the random cease of bad thoughts, and that AJR's karma actually turned around for the better
I like how a lot of their songs end like this!
Well, isn't that the point? He says they don't have time anymore so then you have this hectic part where he tries to says as much as he can but then the imaginary appointment stops and so does the song
Ajr songs dont really speak to you. They speak for you
Honestly tho
You’re on a Shakespearean level right here buddy
they do both😁
Ain’t that the truth. Holy shit...
Damn right
Ok but can we talk about the monologue at the end????? Like that part HITS ME LIKE A BUS. It legit gives me chills it’s that impactful
Try "World's Smallest Violin"
Fortnite you
@@12100F “I think I bored my therapist while playing him my violin”
it hit me like the train hit jack in the weak music video
Don’t forget normal: “is it normal to stand here and wish I was back at home? Is it normal to tell her I can’t be normal anymore”. that line hurts
This song made me go outside and take a walk after 7 months of passive life.
Thank you.
good! :) proud of you
Gotta love being a hikkikomori :)
Keep your head up
Don't tell me you touched grass 💀💀
Eat grass
Or
Leave grass
which do you choose.
At the end when it says "but after a hour it sounds like complaining" I get that so well
yup
Too well in fact
I get " well is it my fault?!? What do you want me to do for you, huh???? Honestly everyone had problems stop complaining, there's nothing I can do for you, so don't tell me"
......I didn't want you to do anything but emotionally support me and let me cry it out. Not just shut me up.
"i realized that the more i try to be perfect the less perfect i will be."
- unknown
I realized to just give up and be bad
HOW BA A A A A AD CAN I BE HOW BAD CAN I POSSIBLY BE
what?
That's the best coment I've seen ever
When did i say that
Woah....
I have depression and go to therapy for it. In therapy, they tend to give suggestions on how to try to improve and sometimes I’m not able to work up the ability to even try that. I was never able to really explain why before, but this song explains it perfectly. Thanks AJR for writing this
I BET THIS SONG HAS SAVED MANY LIVES
lol i agree
I agree!
Neotheater is just getting progressively more depressing.... and now I’m crying in the corner
Watch the interview they had with Zach (insert last name here) and they actually explain what that's all about
@@shortstackashe Zach Sang
Can I cry with you
@@shortstackashe here's the interview th-cam.com/video/XcT_PUmYJXE/w-d-xo.html
People wonder why people commit sodoku
The answer:
Neotheater by AJR
Alternative title: The most relatable song ever
Get help
Yeah you need help, eeeeeeeee I need help
Peridot ´me l le lllol’ok UwU oui ou j ou où où il on lu lu l le k le look lu le k le k le ´ok’p il ooook ok il on il
Non ok ok ok l ok l ok l lol ok’oo moi nol
Peridot ll’pp’ôo ok ok je ll
I honestly do not think I could relate to this song more than I already do. Trying your hardest to be a good person, only to realize that there is no outcome of your effort, and you are there to think if it was even worth it is a topic I deal with quite often. With everything with school and relationships with my closest friends and trying not to mess everything up only to question your purpose of it in the first place
I’m trying to get into UCSB with the hopes that I will be able to see my friends for the first time in seven years, but even if I get in after all my hard work there’s still a chance they might not, I know exactly how you feel
You can be as nice as you want but if you act all mopey when something bad happens that is what keeps you down, not being nice. You need to be out there more rather than just being nice.
The strength is inside you friend don't worry the struggle is what makes life worth living
You gotta be a hindu to have the religious buffs like Karma
Anthony Bury my father said that if you aim high but don’t make it it’s alright because you will be better then what you were anyways
Ok but seriously HOW THE HELL DID HE DO THAT RUN AT THE END?! I don’t even hear a breath until almost the very end. Mans got some good breath support.
he on life support
@@obamaslayer3557oop
Esa carrera se hizo uniendo varias pistas de audio de la voz
I assume it's spliced together
You can actually hear him taking a breath at 4:02
Therapist: So how are you today?
AJR:
*DEEP INHALE*
omg thats great lol
So which brother went to the therapist was it all three of them
@@Eidel_Rose Adam and Ryan *show up* therapist: oh crap, here we go again
I'm not sure why I book todays appointment XD
This made my day, thanks
If only this was a music video. It has lots of potential
i feel like it should be animated with lots of colour and movment actually i might animate this one day
Just a person that’s an amazing idea and if u did animate it I swear by my soul I’ll watch it
@@f1nnzy i will try when i get better animation skills so maybe in a few years, it will take some time :)
@@justaperson4147 if I get flipnote I will
I've searched up for the music video but I didn't get any except a fan made one
I’ve listened to this song at least 6 times (maybe more) and each time I get closer to crying. It’s just been that kind of day, and I finally reached my breaking point. But I’m so thankful to have this help me through it. Thank you so much guys!
its okay to break, i hope you feel better now. i feel you :(
Keep your head up :)
@@owenaltaccount488 or keep you head down to stay away from the negativity in life
Ha 6 me 52.5 I’m half way into watching it again
I know how you feel 😭
Final part starts at 3:28
If you wanna cry along with me
(1998OR2)
Leev Dont worry about this guy, he just said “I’ll cry with you.” In R2D2
/ ( . . ) /
_
don’t mind if I do
I cry Every time I’m Sad I think I want die
Unpopular opinion: Best AJR song, easily.
Trust me this isn't an unpopular opinion on Reddit
Popular opinion: Your right
absolutely agree and relate hard
Yeah it's definitely one if not their best song
I love all of them but this one has a special place for me
The line “ you say that I’m better, why don’t I feel better?” Is what hit different for me. I’ve been told all my life that I’m getting better at everything but it doesn’t ever feel like it’s true like I’m never actually improving, like I’m unintentionally “faking it till I make it” if that makes any sense and it stresses me out thinking that I can’t live up to the expectations that I set up for myself
Yup thats my plan for life, until you can afford to be happy, jsut pretend to be
That sounds a lot like Impostor Syndrome, hope you're actually doing better this year (as in you can see it for yourself)
@@neryn9020 Exactly what I was about to say. I've heard Impostor Syndrome is the worst, hope everything has gotten better since this comment
Dude,you're not going to belive this but i know EXACRTLY what your talking about/ what that feels like. me and everone in the replies are here keep ddoing it your way, and your be the GOAT
AJR is the only band ive seen that mainly writes songs about relatable, realistic topics. They dont make weird, effortless music. You just need to understand it.
* im ready in the background * (not hating on ajr, theyre incredible)
Effortless? Not really. Weird?….well…thirsty exists.
@@ASLB247 💀
Lol their are others fucking dumbasa
@@ASLB247 now i'm thirsty lmao
I legit thought that no one would ever understand how I really feel and I felt all alone in this world. Then my friend sent me a link to an ajr song and I realized there are thousands of people like me who understand how I feel and it makes things a little less stressful. So thank you Ajr!
I don’t even believe it now.
@@dougg2012 belif what doug
@Mr. Pig despite this comment being 6 months old i am inclined to ask why?
At first I thought he was being “helpful and friendly” to other people but now... I realize he’s talking about self care: The hardest process any person could go through. It is something I constantly struggle with, but let’s be good. I’m never alone if I know that people are listening to this song and feeling the same as me. We can do this!
I personally struggle with teeth care, and having a parent who works in dental, that doesn’t blow over well. If I do brush them, I feel so proud of myself, but they still wont believe me, check my teeth, and say, “You did a shit job. Go do it again.” And like that, my self-confidence- what I have- just… collapses.
Anyone else here think we need to address how AJR is feeling? I love their music no doubt about it but they seem to be going through some tough times, no?
I agree
Like the last songs of Linkin Park. I also had a feeling back then and just brushed it off. "Nah, the next album will be happy again"
What’s even worse is that, if this is about AJR, they describe how their therapist has waved them off as “normal.” Could this song be a member of AJR’s band trying to cope with the fact that they’re still depressed and no longer have a therapist to help them?
They desperately need some hugs.
@@timogeerties3487 ....which Linkin Park albums were happy??
"The universe works in mysterious ways, but I'm starting to think it ain't working for me"
AJR knows how to put into words what I never could express. .
Ajr - The click - Drama
Ajr - Neotheater - Karma
° ^ ° /take my heart\
*cough* everyone forgets about the living room *cough*
100 bad days
the twenty one pilots fan base@E lepzer
what is this Persona
*Wheeze*
Junked Food ikr that is such a good album!!
This is the anthem for anyone and everyone has tried to succeed at life, but has constantly shit upon by it or people who haven’t put in even half the time or effort to get where they are.
The entire last verse is just fantastic. Especially the line
"Wait don't go away, can I lie here forever? You say that I'm better, why don't I feel better? The universe works in mysterious ways, but I'm starting to think it ain't working for me. Doctor should I be good, should I be good this year?"
This line is my favorite in the whole song. I get emotional every single time I sing it.
Same
That's 4 lines.
*"Wait don't go away, can I lie here forever?"*
Why...why did this almost make me cry?
I was actually crying during this song, I dont know why but the music, the sound just filled me with so much joy and emotion. I love this album so much
Yee but it's interesting how ajr uses up toned beats to compliment melancholy lyrics
this song relates to me alot
Same
Mckenna Cristine I feel yeah I literally heard this at work and cried
To all who see this comment. know that just as it is the calm before the storm, it is the storm before the calm. If you’re listening to this song because you’ve tried your best and keep getting thrown back down to the ground. I want you to know that no matter what something good will come your way. You are a beautiful and amazing person that should never stop trying 😊
thank you i really needed that today
Actually, all the good has been gone for a few years.
Thanks for the advice i will take that to my mind
I understand and respect your good intentions, but at this point those are just empty words
I get that you’re trying to make me feel good,but to my mind,those are meaningless words
This represents every kid in school that actually tries
YEEEEEESSSSSSSSS!!!!!!!!!!!!
True
i tried, but i dont think i should anymore.
ain't that the truth
*big cri*
Every time I’m in a bad mental spot, I always isolate myself. I always think I’m alone, but AJR’s songs remind me that over millions of people per month come to listen to these songs because they are struggling. It made me realize I’m not suffering alone.
@Cocothecat177.D Oh no! I hope things go better for you as well.
Yes we are not alone😊 let's try to be good once again
exactlyyy
"Cause I’ve been so good
I’ve been working my ass off
I’ve been so good
Still I’m lonely and stressed out"
Anyone else relating to this rn
yyyyyyyyyep
Right here
Hi I’m same
You say that I'm better I don't feel better
Is another one
😭
you guys are helping me through my anxiety and I’m learning to love the journey ❤️
Kutloano Jonas Me too
Kutloano Jonas yeah... Has helped me alot
Same
Kutloano Jonas same but depression like I’m not THAT depressed but still like even tough it’s just through a screen it’s just such a relief to hear their songs and just joy altogether.
Pop 25 have you a diagnosis
"The universe works in mysterious ways but I'm starting to think it ain't workin for me" mmM I've never been driven to tears by a song before and honestly I'm not mad
"But if sad thoughts come and i can't stop it" that line hits hard-
3:27 this whole verse is just like a slap in the face of reality. It's like you always want someone to listen to your problems and you always want someone to tell you what to do and how to do it and how to do a right but the world doesn't work that way doesn't matter how hard you work it always feels like things are getting worse. But things will get better so I think we all should be good this year.
No. I bad.
To give me some diagnosis of why I'm so hollow, please give me instructions, I'll promise I'll follow, I tripped on my ankle and fractured my elbow, but doesn't that mean that the tours gonna sell though? I try to explain the good faith that's been wasted, but after an hour it sounds like complaining, wait, don't go away, can I lie here forever? You say that I'm better, why don't I feel better?! The universe works in mysterious ways, but I'm starting to think it ain't workin' for me, doctor should I be good? Should I be good this year?
WHY 👏DOESN’T 👏THIS 👏 SONG HAVE👏 A 👏MUSIC 👏VIDEO 👏
I don't know 🤔🤔🤔
I'd make a fan-made one but it would just be me sobbing on the ground
im going to animate one some day
@@justaperson4147 share it in this comment section when you do! I'd love to watch it!
@@tempest2711 sure thing! Might take a while though
Jack: *excessively loud inhale* I been so good...
also Jack: *casually speaks every thought I've ever had*
ummmmm okkay
These guys really don't know the lives that they save. I will be thankful forever, AJR.
in Primary School, I worked my ass off with no reward. Now I am in my third year in high school, or Year 9. I am 15 now, and I have decided that it isn’t worth it anymore. AJR has honestly been my only outlet, as it’s really the only band I can listen to without getting annoyed. Adam, Jack, Ryan, you won’t see this, but you guys are absolutely amazing.
Edit: How did a depressing comment like this get so many likes, my usual range for likes maxes out at 20
Edit 2: why are so many people replying to this
Haha I feel you, but I implore you to work your ass off nevertheless. The song isn’t telling you to stop trying, but dissecting these feelings. You’ve got this.
Dude I could litterally have written this comment (are you Irish aswell?)
Please take this like in these trying times, I hope you get better
Arum Allsopp Wilson
Half Irish by genetics, but I’ve lived in Aus all my life. I’m not necessarily blaming it on the education system (though they need to fix it) but more on the actual teachers and a lot of the problem isn’t school related
@@shocck1 oh ya the education system issssss ehhhhhhhhhhhh ....... Bad
I like how in 2:39 - 3:03 we can hear the song "100 bad days", it's incredible.
bro i was jamming so hard to this and didn’t even notice that lol. That’s intentional tho. Each song from NEOTHEATER has a part of another song from the album in it
You can hear the chorus of don't throw out my legos during the bridge in birthday party
Thanks for pointing that out I was to busy jamming out and thinking about how animate this.
If you think about it
100 Bad Days and Karma sorta fit together
Karma is a song about trying to get better mentally through therapy and 100 Bad Days can be considered being hurt and damaged not only physically but also mentally
Yesssss
It’s hard and tragic to scroll in the comments, looking around to see faces, faking smiles, depressed people needing help. This song hit me hard, it’s sad how much of a addiction and reality this song can be. Paragraphs, meaningful sentences all describing so much. Comments from years, months and days ago. I honestly love how this song was wrote,sang, and edited. Real masterpiece, wish there were more songs that captured this energy that’s in are world, great job.
Be quit my life's great
Bggggtgffdcfvhnjkkjjjnhbvvccfvgbgb I have no idea what u said
I agree to the fullest extent :)
:)
@@yourshoulderdevil5229 am I normal or not, or am I crazier than other patients*
if u like this comment i will never forget about this song
Come backkkkk
Seems like you've forgotten.
Has anybody noticed that this whole song is like a therapy session?
"I'm not sure why I booked today's appointment"
"Am I crazier than other patients?"
"So where's the karma doc, I've lost my patience"
"Time, I know we're out of time
But what if sad thoughts come and I can't stop it
Bye, I don't wanna say bye
If only I could keep you in my pocket
To give me some diagnosis of why I'm so hollow
Please give me instructions, I promise I'll follow"
The outro is basically when the session is over, but he doesn't want it to end.
Sometimes I really wonder if everything is okay with AJR.
Cherry Cake why is this literally my appointments?
Cherry Cake Yep, this song is about Jack going through a therapy session. Basically, he’s trying to explain that despite his life going well, he still feels depressed. His therapist doesn’t see this and tells him he’s fine. The ending was a tad dark, but Jack said he wrote this when he was going through a tough time, so he’s feeling better now.
He literally says 'appointment' and 'doctor' and 'patients'. I thought it was obvious
Insert “therapy session” by nf
Uh yeah it was pretty obvious.
Did yall notice 100 bad days melody near the end? That's so cool!
It was near the middle too
2:44
YESS
They said in their livestream that every song has a piece of another song "hidden" in it, like one big Overture. I've been playing a fun game of trying to figure out which song clip is in each one lol.
the list of easter eggs is in a saved Livestream on their Instagram page
You know, we tend to be taught that things will always get better. So when I listened to the first verse I was in my head thinking I was the only one getting worse. But by the second verse I realized that they wouldn't write this if they or other people couldnt relate. Made me realize I'm not alone.
yea, i used to get jealous that some artists were given the platform to speak about their feelings and struggles. then i realized that everyone who does this, ajr, ed sheeran, twenty one pilots, olivia o brien, they can be the voice for all of us.
The good Karma song
i like how the singer addresses their doctor/psychiatrist/therapist in this song. reminds me of what went through my head during my old appointments. it really hits home and im greatful that this song exists :)
"Ive been so good
But it still getting harder"
This :')
"This" is not a comment. Or a sentence for that matter.
@@generalgriveous1923 you clearly don't understand the internet.get out.
Everyone has a line in this song that really hits hard, and for me it’s “oh no everything’s fine! I’m not sure why I booked today’s appointment”.
and I can say,
It’ll be fine, keep going. Be good this year.
being good all the time is hard... but, i'll do my best. I hope you can be good too, to others and to yourself :)
I've been so good, I've been helpful and friendly
I've been so good, why am I feeling empty?
I've been so good, I've been so good this year
I've been so good, but it's still getting harder
I've been so good, where the hell is the karma?
I've been so good, I've been so good this year
Why, are you asking me why?
My days and nights are filled with disappointment
Fine, oh no, everything's fine
I'm not sure why I booked today's appointment
I've been so good, I've been helpful and friendly
I've been so good, why am I feeling empty?
I've been so good, I've been so good this year
I've been so good, but it's still getting harder
I've been so good, where the hell is the karma?
I've been so good, I've been so good this year
What, am I normal or not?
Am I crazier than other patients?
Right, I've done everything right
So where's the karma doc, I've lost my patience
'Cause I've been so good, I've been working my ass off
I've been so good, still, I'm lonely and stressed out
I've been so good, I've been so good this year
And I've been so good, but it's still getting harder
I've been so good, where the hell is the karma?
I've been so good, I've been so good this year
Ah-ah-ah-ah
Ah-ah-ah-ah
Ah-ah-ah-ah-ah
Ah-ah-ah-ah
Ah-ah-ah-ah
Ah-ah-ah-ah-ah
I've been so good this year
I've been so good this year
Time, I know we're out of time
But what if sad thoughts come and I can't stop it
Bye, I don't wanna say bye
If only I could keep you in my pocket
To give me some diagnosis of why I'm so hollow
Please give me instructions, I promise I'll follow
I tripped on my ankle and fractured my elbow
But doesn't that mean that the tour's gonna sell though?
I try to explain the good faith that's been wasted
But after an hour it sounds like complaining
Wait don't go away, can I lie here forever?
You say that I'm better, why don't I feel better?
The universe works in mysterious ways
But I'm starting to think it ain't working for me
Doctor, should I be good?
Should I be good this year?
This song has helped me through the rough days of anorexia and anxiety. I've listened to it on repeat full blast multiple times and it is such a comforting, beautiful, well-written song. AJR is so underappreciated.
Yeah I have bad anxiety/depression myself and I listen to this nearly all the time because it’s like AJR is saying what’s on my mind but in a beautiful melodic tone and it comforts me in a weird way and helps me feel less alone.
i just started therapy after 4+ years of wanting and failing to get a good therapist and every bit of this song feels like a validating punch in the face.
Bro I wish I could get a therapist
Jack (the vocalist): **decks you**
Jack: *GET VALIDATED MOTHERFU-*
@@Kainkoon LMAOOOOOOFGJFJSKSKS
@@wowmyname4506 you can do it I BELIF IN YOUUUU
@@yourbroskijack Thank youuuuu!!
The 100 bad days tune starting at 2:40 is one of the reasons this album is its own overture.
OH MY GOD I WAS TRYING TO FIGURE OUT WHICH SONG IT WAS THANK YOU
most of these comments are people venting, saying how they relate to this song. well, i just wanted to say, that everything will get better. it might take days, weeks, months, or even years. but it WILL get better. you might have to wait, and it might look like you're making no progress, but you are. i promise you all are making progress. if you haven't started your journey of healing, then, i know you can make progress. you can do it. i believe in you
People always say that, but it starts getting hard to believe at 8 years and counting
"but doesn't that mean that the tours' gonna sell though?"
That is really telling, also really sad.
I don't understand that part
Ima guess that even if hes feeling depressed the tours gonna sell no matter what ppl see. Idk just what i think
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I think they mean, even if he dies or something traumatic happens, the tours aren't going to sell very high because they aren't famous. But, I respect your opinion.
Given the song is named karma, through the song he talks about how he keeps getting bad karma and he believes that he is due for good karma because he keeps getting bad karma. I believe that by saying "I fractured my elbow" then following up with "doesnt that mean to tours gonna sell though?" Relates back to to how he thinks that good karma is on it's way. But in reality as he talks to his doctor, representing reality, just because he has all this bad stuff has happen to him doesnt mean good things are coming. Because the universe works in mysterious ways
@@ryanbennett2128 yes I think you are right, he kind of hopes that since something bad happened to him, something good will happen to equalize it since thats usually how the universe works
We've been all good but karma will punch us even for a small mistake.
but what about the good karma?
not everything is bad, right?
@@bwmanhath3770 I guess we should be more good and honest.
I personally don't believe in karma, but I can understand why you do, and I respect that
True
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I got bored 😐
For some reason I see this song as the idea of being the “gifted kid” or the expectation and soon enough instead of getting rewarded for good behavior or good grades you’re just expected to have it. Like you hear people say, “you should be more like ____” when talking to someone else but referring to you. Then something happens and you have a bad day and can’t put in as much effort and the story is, “you should be doing your best, I know you can do better,” but you like can’t? Idk I might just be self-projecting here.
I feel the same way man
@@micahforth8505 at least we’re not alone XD
stop making me realize my problems and why I feel so burnt-out
Wen ur gifted, ur expected 2 be frickin einstein
PAIN HHH Not this resonating with me too much
As a person with severe anxiety and depression i have almost all of songs on my playlist you all have helped me with my depression and anxiety thank you so much keep up the good work also i memorized all the lyrics 😁💯👏
FAVORITE SONG FROM NEOTHEATER
100 Bad DAYS REFERENCE? LOVE IT
I KNOW, I WAS JUST ABOUT TO COMMENT THAT, THIS WAS AMAZING!!!!
IKR I love how they snuck that in there, it also fits the song
What lyric was it?
Uriel Ansley Amistad It wasn’t really a lyric, it was background music lol
@@sleystad872 it was the background 2:40 to 3:00
Now that year 11 exams are cancelled, I was listening to Spotify while we’re all stuck at home. Then this song came on. All the revision, all the hard work, all the stressful nights. I really hope that the predicted grades are good, where’s the karma?!?? What’s our purpose anymore? These lyrics are too perfect 😓 especially the last verse:
“I try to explain the good faith that’s been wasted
But after an hour it sounds like complaining
Wait, don’t go away, can I lie here forever?
You say that I’m better why don’t I feel better?
The universe works in mysterious ways
But I’m starting to think it ain’t working for me
Doctor, should I be good, should I be good this year?”
I hope all that work paid off in the end, and you have a fantastic rest of your year. :)
Online school has just been sad for all of us don’t worry your not alone 😢
I feel it too...The persona is real...😭
@@ParadoxPerson02 thank you, it did! I was in a not so good headspace when I wrote this comment but I'm so, so glad to tell my past self that everything turned out okay with time.
@@caseinnitrate5515 Glad to hear it. I wish you a fantastic rest of your year. :)
Setting aside all the feels this song gives, that finale is freaking amazing, since it sounds like it's all done in a single breath. I have tried to sing along so many times but I run out of air 2/3rds to 3/4ths of the way through, and all my attempts to get just a bit of air puts me off-tempo.
Just saying, stellar singing.
I've been so depressed recently.
I'm so tired of people putting me down and treating me like shit. I want to throw myself out of existence, die, and never wake up from a dream. And yet, listening to AJR makes me feel better. I love AJR. I cried in my closet last night. I'm so scared. Why am I so hollow? Why do I feel this way...
It's their fault. AJR really speaks to me.
Please don’t harm yourself, if you don’t know what to do, just try to find something or someone that gives you purpose. It won’t be easy, but it will be worth it.
I think I've found my anxiety's theme song
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The Anxiety Anthem
Yes
Same
Same but this is just one of them
"The Universe works in mysterious ways, but I'm starting to think that it ain't working for me." Is what I feel like.
I dont even have a mental illness and this is somehow relatable
yes
You don't need a mental illness to relate to this song lol
this comment is almost as relatable as the song itself
You don't need to have a mental illness. I think this song is about someone who's been a very kind person but still everything goes wrong for them. For example when you get 100% on your test and your mom goes to check the test where you got a 50% instead:,) (not at all this just happened to me and I'm still mad about it)
@@loveable9852 yeah most likely. I was just picking up something about a mental illness because it seemed like the lyrics was the frontman (i dont know his name) is talking to his therapist
every now and then, I unconsciously return to this song.
loved the beats, the lyrics and the "home welcome" feelings the song give me so much, yet afraid and sad for that
AJR gives me such familiar, like nostalgic vibes even if this is the first time I’m hearing all these songs. They really touch my heart it feels like home. Like I’ve already listened to them before
Therapist: whats wrong?
AJR: Hold my "happiness drugs"
I am no longer calling them antidepressants, I'm calling them happiness drugs
Where do I get some happiness drugs XD
@@wowmyname4506 yeah where's the good?
Normal pills
You mean Grass
3:29 - 4:06 i tried doing that part and got of breath... good job jack you’re amazing
ughghdh that's my favorite part!! it's so good and flowy
It was several takes lol. Though some people can sing it one breath
I almost did it! I didn't notice how hard it was til I tried to do it
okay but did you not twist your tongue into a fucking knot while you tried to sing that?
It was difficult but after a few tries it got easier
Bruh listen to this before Christmas and its goes kina hard
For real though
I've been tring to get into a Medical University for 2 years and I finally gave up. Now I can't help but cry everytime I see a doctor in television just because my mom always talks about how they're helping so much rn. I KNOW, MOM! I REALLY TRIED TO BE A DOCTOR I'M SORRY I'M SO STUPID THAT THEY JUST DON'T WANT ME
You're special too. I'm not sure how much that means, but I felt like I should say it.
I know it's been a while. I hope you're better now. But if you're still struggling, I hope you know you'll find something else. Try out new things you could try and get a job for. Make sure it's something you enjoy and not what someone else wants you to do. I believe in you!
How are you right now? Are you still bad or life get better?
Tell her that.
Things get rough some time. As a guy whose girlfriend who's been making a recovery from being suicidal, I know how people can feel that everything is always against them, and how one bad thing can lead to another. This might not mean much from a stranger, but you're not dumb. Medical school isn't an easy thing to get through. Keep trying to find something that you enjoy. And if you want to help someone, there are other jobs out there. Keep trying! You got this!
“You say that I’m better why don’t I feel better”
I get chills every time I hear this line
I feel like the beat is upbeat and peppy because It represents how we cover all the pain with a smile but really we are hurting. Does that make any sense. I think it does, but I don't know tell what you think
I don’t know if anyone will see this but thank you guys for some of the most meaningful songs in my life this helped me through one of the worst times in my life and I have you guys to thank for making it.
i saw it, im glad youre through the pain :)
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I try to remind myself that my kindness is noble. That being selfless will pay off.
But it hasn't. I feel pain, and for no reason. Why is that? Am I torturing myself? If anyone would have an answer to this, PLEASE let me know. I feel distant even from those I'm closest to.
I can't feel like anyone really cares about my issues. And most of me knows they have no reason to.
I also just don't tell them. Why should I? No need to share the pain. Besides, they can't fix it.
The universe works in mysterious ways.
I...know this is short but i just cant find the words, i wanna get through this pain together with you stranger..
I know how you feel...I have been so nice to my only friends,but they’re so distant,yet so close...my parents try to make me happy,but they just don’t know how...I guess you and I are in the same boat that slowly sinks
I know how you feel. Recently all my friends have left and I'm trying to work through the pain and sorrow. Talking to people really does help. It shows you trust them, and it makes you feel better. Just try it. It's worth a shot, right? Pain is a natural part of life. You can't understand true happiness without it. I'm not saying it will be easy, but you will get through it. Even just working up the courage to share something personal like this is great. You've got this.