Hey Matt i doubt youll ever read this but 3 years ago you saved my life. I was sitting in my dodge pickup with a loaded 9mm lookin at the barrel. My mother was going through stage 4 luekmia and I was about to give it all up. I received a call i was having a little girl. She's now 3 and because of you i have took up country singin and playin guitar. Mama was so happy and i havent seen a smile that big in many years. For the first time she got out of that bed and walked. She did not walk for many months, because of that little girl she gained strength. Sadly mamma lost her battle but your song reminds me every day to keep fighting. Remmeber the name cause one day we will meet and i hope i can be on stage together. JW Harris sir. God bless and much obliged.
I doubt you’ll ever read this but your song saved my life and I wasn’t the one who heard it. My wife left me and I decided to do it and your song came on on my friends radio and prompted him to call me. I was in the middle of nowhere and have no idea how his call came through but I’m glad it did. I’ve been married again now for a few years and she’s made my life ten times if not a hundred times better than anything I ever thought I would have.
not as glad as i was to write it. i come listen to this every now and then when im down. that military grade depression is a hell of a battle.@@jessiebarker1751
It wasn't a call but sister walked in my room to check on me as I writing my note and I realized my siblings would be the ones to find me. That moment saved me. Married and pregnant with my first child. I thank the Lord everyday for my sister.
There aren't many songs that can make a grown man cry like a baby in public. This one definitely is one of those songs. Every word hits way too close to home. Make the call
Every time this song plays i feel the need to call all my battle buddies just to be sure this isn't a message that they need someone. CALL YOUR BROTHERS you never know you might just save there life. Semper fi
I'm only 15 and my 8th grade year made me want to end it. That's how bad it was. I'm now a sophomore. My best friend who's like a brother to me will never know he pulled me (mentally and emotionally) away from suicide. I owe you a big thank you. Thank you for being there.
I hope you are alive and well. I hope you know that high school is no where NEAR the best days of your life. Those days come later in life. It could be at a career you love, or hearing little footsteps running to greet you as you walk in the door. But they aren't here yet
id suggest telling them then as ive had a few things keep me from it and a few people push me to it. ive never had many friends when i was in school or ones that cared at all over all even now at 19 going to 20 i still dont but i got my job and a few people now that keep me going even when it hurts to do anything. truly its worth thanking them for the help when ever you can as even something as small as a hug can save a life.
Ive been there around that time i had thaught about it a time or two the first time i was at the top of a cliff near where i lived before i made the step i felt a warmth and heard a voice telling me it isnt my time i still go there to this day but not for that reason anymore
Even though it’s been 6 years since you wrote this comment, please share this with your friend. And before you disqualify it as “too much time has passed” or “it wouldn’t make a difference if I did”, hear me out. As humans, we ALL want to know that we made a difference in another’s life - a positive difference. Many times we don’t find that out directly, sometimes we do. But when you’ve got the chance to tell your BEST FRIEND…..man, DO IT! You never know when thoughts could be going through his head at some point during his life when HE’S struggling - wondering “what the hell difference do I make”, etc. Don’t ever think you truly KNOW, EVERYTHING a person is going through. After all…..he doesn’t even know what hard time YOU were going through, so badly that YOU were struggling with ending it. He never knew. 😉 “Make that call.” 😉 It’ll do your heart REAL good. Trust me.
My friend took her Life. The day before she did I had a feeling I should have called her. I never did. It is the single greatest regret of my life. I could have stopped her. Ever since then I have always followed through. A couple of months ago, I was able to talk my girlfriend out of a suicide attempt. I know God lives. I hope y'all make the call, don't ever ignore what God tells you.
Matt Kennon I am a US Army disabled Veteran I just want to say this song has meaning in my life I was in a dark place when I was at a local Dragstrip on September 10th 2022 when this rough and tough marine veteran sat next to me and struck up a conversation with me we exchanged phone numbers and since then he has called and checked in on me to see how i am doing
Zakary Souza Doesn’t it just as a person who has been battling severe depression for over a decade now, has tried to take his life on numerous occasions and has spent over three years homeless and who barely find the strength to get out of bed in the morning this song always hits me.
Like many, I've also been there. back at 19yo. I'm 32 now, married, two kids, 3 cars, and a large dog. Being a father is typically a thankless job. but it's those little moments that make it worth it. Come home and pass out from exhaustion, wake up at 7pm and find one of your babies in your arms watching TV. That love makes life worth fighting for.
@@haroldsmith5150 He lets us make our own choices so we. If we'r course to soon, them we get consequences. He is there for those who ask, though. If we ask Him to guide our lives then He will. Even then, He never says we won't go through hard times. We will. We just gave to have faith and live through it.
I quit listening to new country 20 years ago when it changed, I listened to this song this morning, 2 days after thanksgiving 2023 and realized what this song was about, it’s a beautiful song.
This song hits differently when you have hit rock bottom and you feel like you have nothing left to live for and then you receive a call from your family asking if you are ok.
This song legit saved my life. I was missing my dad who passed Away when I was 13. I had my .45 under under my chin. Listening to sad songs. This song came on auto play and I couldn't do it. I still my dad like crazy but I know ending it isn't the right way to get back to him.
This song hit hard. I am only 17 and I have a dad who’s back is broken, both ankles permanently broken because his doctors are not wanting to put him thru surgery fearing that he might not make it thru. He jokes around like there is nothing wrong at days, then there are days when he is unable to get out of bed. He told me one day that we were all that keep him going. Now he is 40 and has his dream car ( challenger) and he just sit in it and barely goes anywhere because he is always in pain. I now realize I have one hell of a father
Thank you Matt for this amazing song it has helped me when I wanted to give up I am now 14 months sober and working out my marriage to my true love Det Brandon Yandell Logan county sheriff's office
I wish I had someone to talk to right now. I’m 20 years old and just lost my great grandmother while i am in AIT for the military. She was the most important person in my life and I’m struggling a lot right now. This song is very powerful and means a lot
Chance I hope this finds you well I’ve been their brother lost my Grandmother and sister on the same day in 2020 then 3 months later my brother you can and will get through it we’ve all got your back
Hey man. I know kinda how you feel. my grandpa died last year in AIT for me. I'm very sorry to hear that for you. it is a struggle and I still struggle it to this day. but i promise it does get alittle easier but you'll never forget it.
Hey man, I hope you are doing well. I just found out my grandma has cancer and I lost my great grandmother a couple years ago and trust me, it does get better. Shit happens in life, but it gets better. Life is all about the ups and downs. You just have to find the little things that make life worth living and that keep pushing you forward.
My army buddy took his life a few years ago, I swear I can still hear him saying "never let em steal your fire soldier" This is for you Crowner, I wish I coulda walked with you out that darkness brother. I'll Never Let Em Steal My Fire.
I served 12 years and did deployments with the Marines. I e been where the first guy was. Listen people if your thinking of ending it all you aren't alone. Trust Jesus he will take your burden and lift you up. If he can save a former atheist like me then he can save you.
I tried to make that call. Sadly Iwas to late. But this song still remind me of him. He was one of my best friends and honestly I did love him as my brother. Check on even those you hardly talk to because they just might be needing that call. I know my friend did. RIP
My brother was living 3 states away. I was seriously going to end it all. But his call saved my life. Now I have a great job. A couple of nieces and bephews that would be lost without me. I love you brother
Have not heard this song in about 5 years and I still tear up hearing it. I remember when it first came out. I was one of the first comments love this song and to all of the people who put their number down there that means a lot to people. I did that 8 years ago and I got so many great comments and texts and I developed a friendship I still have to this day because of it
I got the call when I needed it. It didn't make the feelings go away but made it possible to bear knowing that others would care if I was gone. Wishing everybody strength in their fight.
I got the news when I was 19. I now have a 13 year old who I simply couldn't live without. Always take time & listen to anyone who truly loves you that are in your life. You won't regret it.
Lord have mercy, great song. It just takes a little compassion, a little empathy, a little love. Caring about others is so critical and can change a life so drastically for the good.
Going through a hard time friend just sent me this and i love it but even more so him for taking time to give a crap I gave up 7 years ago and ended it by the grace of God I was saved and found by my family and life is still hard but I realize now that I was taking the easy way out while leaving the people who loved me most here to suffer and made a promise that I would never do that again but the last week has tried to push me around and the person who sent me this will probably never know how much it meant just being there thank u jerjer i love u man
The first time I heard this it was after a friend's funeral due too the 22 a day. Its guts me every time I hear it. I've been on that edge many times myself
This may have been a one hit wonder, but this man put more into this song than many put into a career. Such a powerful song, music, and lyrics. God bless everyone who is struggling. You are not alone, do not give up. I'm glad you called.
Some people really don't know how much it means to someone who is thinking about letting it all go, when someone calls just for a little talk. I speak out of experience when I say that those calls have made me change my mind on more then one occasion. I thank you guys for all you did for me in those times. I will always respect and look up to you. You guys really saved me from myself. I love you guys. Hope we can have another guys week out in the forest. You guys are great.
Mine wasn't a call but my dog insisting on breaking down my door and refusing to let me be alone. He saved from a bear when he was younger and 4 months before he passed he saved me from 3 massive siezures (not in anyway self harm related) and myself when my life spiraled after. God bless you all and that angel waiting for me at the rainbow bridge
Both situations I was in. Funny enough the boy I had at 18 saved me from the first situation and now have an amazing 11 year old. He has saved me in more ways he will ever know know. I will never regret having my baby.
I was saved 25 years ago when my 6 year old daughter called me and asked if she could come over and hang out with me. It wasn't my weekend to have her but I knew at that point, she needed me and how selfish it would to leave her with no daddy. Now, her and I are super close and I even have a 9 month old granddaughter who has me wrapped around her finger.
Idk who need to hear this but Pain comes and goes. Life is here and gone you don’t get another shot at life when you end it. The pain might end for you but you pass it to others. You are strong enough. You are good enough. You are not alone. People love you. Don’t do it. Please.
2/17/2021. It wasn’t a call. But the image of my kids flashed in my mind. When they popped in my head I heard my best friends voice saying Brandon your kids need you I need you and we love you more then you know. That split second saved my life. That’s the second time my best friend saved my life and I love her dearly for it.
I just about took my own life about a month ago after me and my ex fiance had a break up but I realized that I have an amazing 3yr old daughter an amazing 6 yr step daughter and amazing girlfriend that make my life amazing now
This has gotta be one of the best country songs ever. Lots of feeling in this. If only new country artists knew how to do that... You should seriously record more songs, because the two I've heard are some of the best.
Dear Sir thank you for saving my life many times sadly my mum is battling terminal cancer I would do anything to make her well again and today that I love her dearly I will be with her in this battle
A couple of weeks ago I broke down, I’m 20 years old and been through hell growing up but I was never the type to complain I did whatever I had to do to better my situation, I lost one of my buddies to him killing himself and another body to him being murdered, I was never wanted as a child my mom gave me to my grandparents and they passed away in the same year a couple of months apart when I was 7, then I started living with my mom and I know then she wanted me now but something always made me feel like I never belonged anywhere in this world and I always delt with that growing up, and to this day it affects my relationship and my friends and I always feel like I never belong, so I try to be funny and smile and do whatever I can to make people laugh and be loud and goofy, and well since I was 18 I left my moms and started working in the oilfields of Texas and I been doing this for 2 years now and I just never wanted a handout and I never asked nobody for nothing I did whatever I could to get it myself and well I ended up getting a truck and a apartment and that meant a lot to me cause growing up my family was poor and I used to have to eat like a orange or a apple a day when we didn’t have school so me and my little sisters can eat or I would I have to not eat at all so they can at least have food in there stomach, and so getting a apartment And truck meant a lot to me and I cherished it a lot well I always felt like I didn’t belong anywhere growing up and that caused me to push away the love of my life and hurt her and tear her down and it caused me to drink a lot and drink away my emotions and push everything aside and get angry at times and say and do things to hurt everybody in my path, so everything started going downhill I lost my woman the oilfield started slowing down and I was on the verge of losing my job our hours got cut so I couldn’t pay my lights my rent my truck I got a eviction notice and everything was just pushing me back down and ruining everything, well I called my woman and told you I’m Ending it all and I hung up, I took a bottle of pills and laid on the ground crying missing my grandparents and I swolled the whole bottle well I laid on the floor and I passed out and I don’t remember anything after that, the next thing I remember is my girl had her fingers down my throat making me throw up and her holding me and now Im here 1 month later back on top and back trying to become a better man, I learned to never give up, never stop having faith in God and never let the demons get a hold of you, to keep fighting and that better days will come. I pray for everybody that’s willing to take there life, don’t do it I love you your family loves you and no matter what you belong here and you’ll always belong here. I love you all and thank you for reading my story if you read it this far. 💙
@mickey3, I'm thankful that you are here....and I'm thankful your woman saved you....and I am thankful you shared your story. You BELONG....You have ALWAYS BELONGED....You are LOVED!
Seriously. I don't see much good in this world but this comment section got me in my feelings in a great way. It's not often I see so many people willing to help others and I believe this is amazing. Thank y'all here for being good people
At 15 years old, I was done with everything. The guy I loved left me, it felt like my mom didnt care, my step dad was abusive, the list goes on. I tried overdosing on pills. I got lucky. I didnt take enough. It was a failed attempt. But had it not been, I wouldnt have know that my oldest was going to make his appearance into the world in 7 months. Things got better. I realized my mom cared but was going through her own stuff and was having her own difficulties. She left her now ex husband, I married the man I was in love with back then and we're now waiting on our 3rd child. Things still get rough sometimes, but I'm so glad things turned out the way they did.
Lord have mercy my cousins name is Ashley Smith.....she lives in GA. She has a husband and 3 kids as well. Ashley is it you? Or is this another Ashley and a huge coincidence?
I've said this before, and I'll say it again. My past is full of demons but I was blessed with a friend that made that call and I'm here today to be the father I always wanted to be. Thank you brother. I owe you my world.
Thank you sir for this wonderful message. 22 of us a day end it all, and sometimes all we want is someone to care. -SPC Morrison, Joshua. US Army (Retired) Iraq '06 Iraq '09 Afghanistan '11 #22adayis22toomany #stayvigilant #someonecares
+MightyMopar85: Thank you for your service... I am the spouse of a Veteran of Afghanistan... I tell him everyday that I appreciate all he has done and all that everyone of you have done... He was part of the clearing in 2011 to 2012 in Afghanistan
MightyMopar85 thank so much for your service. Most people don't appreciate it or take it for granted and don't know what it's like. I appreciate what our troops do for us. Thank you so much.
This song helped save me had a rough time when I got out of the military I was at rock bottom heard this song and also thought that I couldn't leave my mom with that cowboyed up and I'm happy working in law enforcement trying to help other people now.
Brother, don't blame yourself. There was no way you could know. Don't be afraid to reach out to your brothers-in-arms. We all struggle, sometimes. Be well.
I love your music, this is my favorite song. especially the beginning it reminds me of when I almost ended my life, I had the rope tied around my neck 2 years ago when i was 16 my little brother was 4 he walked in on me and right b4 I got off the chair I didn't do it I couldn't with my baby brother right there, I got down, went to my mom and cried. I told her i needed help, I got help.
Make sure you let your brother know that you love him and once he is old enough to understand, make sure he knows that if it wasn't for him, you wouldn't be here to be his older sibling. I know what you mean by you couldn't for that in front of him, I'm 15 and have 5 younger siblings. I could never take my life in front of any of them. I have very seriously contemplated suicide. I still do occasionally. I've been struggling for over a year with depression and anxiety, believe me, it's not easy.
I don’t even like country music, but this one gets me in the feels every. single. time. My “call” was the thought of my little nephew growing up without me. My sister having to deal with the grief. My poor mom, who I’ve already put through enough. So glad they called…
My husband tried to kill himself a week ago. After 2 decades together, he wanted to set me free. He thought he was a burden on me. He's the love of my life, my better half, my best friend. He completes me. Tell those you love that you love them. Call them. I love you, babe. I'm so glad you're home with me. ❤
This is the truth. My dad committed suicide when i was 17. It was a Saturday morning. He called me at 5 am, I was at my best friends house. Being a teenager, i didnt think much of it. He woke up at 4-5 usually. I answered and said "dad are you Crazyyy its 5 am." And laughed. He said "oh sorry were you sleeping?" I with a teenage attitude said "obviously dad. Can i call you when the suns up". I talked to him at about 9. At 11:30 i felt sick, i told mt best friend i had to leave and go check on my dad something felt off. I got there and he had committed suicide. Thankfully when i arrived he wasnt deceased so he didnt die alone. He died holding my hand knowing that i loved him more than anything and appreciated everything he did being both the parents i needed on his own. The ambulance arrived and he passed. I wish I wouldnt have made him feel like a bother that morning. I had NO IDEA what he was feeling. Maybe he called to talk it through. We were best friends. I wish he would have just told me to quit being a brat. Or that i would have known. I just thought he was calling to see if i had fun for my birthday the night before.
I was considering ending it all, i was sitting on base (because i couldnt have a weapon), i was about to drive home and get one. I called everyone in my phone, 1 guy answrred the call and invited me over, he is the reason im here today. He heard the hurt in my voice and invited me to his place, no one else including my girl friend of the time cared enough. I now live my life in a way to give back to him and his actions. My phone is always available to those near me.
You are so right. I am elderly and I know what its like to not have visitors. To be fair, I do live a ways from most who I care about. They are raising families and have jobs, trying to make ends meet. So itis understandable that I do not see them often. And I love them just the same. So, I spend a lot of time with phone visits with some who are shut-ins, disabled, etc. It may sound like I think I'm so special. But NO! But I do feel blessed. And loved. And it makes me feel useful and it does make me feel uplifted. God is good!
this is one hell of a song it made me stop everything I was doing and I called all of my friends and family and they all said glad you called so to who ever listen to this song it will help you change your life and it will make you change your mind about everything
I've loved this song since I first heard it years ago. But every year around this time it hits a little harder because I didn't make that call. Kills me every day.
I'm glad you wrote this song, lost my Dad to covid in 2021, but it still hurts so bad and feels like it was yesterday. I miss him so so much, but I know that he is no longer hurting; he is in his forever home he is in heaven and I know that I will see him again. Love you Daddy, always and forever❤
ive lost three best friends.I would do anything in this world to go back and change it all. I miss them everyday and I joined the military so that I could keep their memory alive and feel like im doing something that they would be proud of.
"Two 18 year olds let a kiss go to far"....damn how that brings back a memory. I went with her to the clinic, we then found out the test she had take was a false positive. Sometimes things work out for the best. I now have a wonderful family and wife. And Tracey is married with kids.
22 is only a partial estimate from less than half of the states. Not to mention the VA hides information....I've lost way too many brothers from it and it still hurts thinking of it.
Hey Matt i doubt youll ever read this but 3 years ago you saved my life. I was sitting in my dodge pickup with a loaded 9mm lookin at the barrel. My mother was going through stage 4 luekmia and I was about to give it all up. I received a call i was having a little girl. She's now 3 and because of you i have took up country singin and playin guitar. Mama was so happy and i havent seen a smile that big in many years. For the first time she got out of that bed and walked. She did not walk for many months, because of that little girl she gained strength. Sadly mamma lost her battle but your song reminds me every day to keep fighting. Remmeber the name cause one day we will meet and i hope i can be on stage together. JW Harris sir. God bless and much obliged.
JW Harris you are amazing!! I’m glad you are still here! Your mama is watching out for you and your daughter!
God bless
Testify brother. Amazing story thx for sharing.
Amazing testify. Glad your still here dude.
Fuck yeah man I'm proud of you, I'm looking forward to seeing you on a stage
As a man who has given up on life several times; Please do not underestimate how much your friendship may mean to others.
It may be the only thing keeping some of us here sometimes.
I’m glad you’re here! ❤
Amen to this. Thank you for staying here with us! There is always someone who needs you. ❤
What if you don’t have friends? Not even family can cares enough to call, until they need something
if you check on me ill check on you. we all have struggles @@stansimons3637
I doubt you’ll ever read this but your song saved my life and I wasn’t the one who heard it. My wife left me and I decided to do it and your song came on on my friends radio and prompted him to call me. I was in the middle of nowhere and have no idea how his call came through but I’m glad it did. I’ve been married again now for a few years and she’s made my life ten times if not a hundred times better than anything I ever thought I would have.
So glad hear this man
not as glad as i was to write it. i come listen to this every now and then when im down. that military grade depression is a hell of a battle.@@jessiebarker1751
Proud of you brother
It wasn't a call but sister walked in my room to check on me as I writing my note and I realized my siblings would be the ones to find me. That moment saved me. Married and pregnant with my first child. I thank the Lord everyday for my sister.
For me it was a random girl I saw walk pass that made me realize there's more to live for. 11 years strong now!
@@ThePeterDislikeShow lucky. hang in there
I wish my niece had realized that about her sister and the rest of the family! God Bless y'all!!
hope you are still good brother. If you cant talk to family you always got this stranger to talk to.
It was my best friend who was there when i overdose on sleep meds he was there all night keepping an eye on me
There aren't many songs that can make a grown man cry like a baby in public. This one definitely is one of those songs. Every word hits way too close to home. Make the call
Amen
Every time this song plays i feel the need to call all my battle buddies just to be sure this isn't a message that they need someone. CALL YOUR BROTHERS you never know you might just save there life. Semper fi
Kevin Minton Semper Fi
Rah, Devil. Stay strong and always look after your battles.
My brother in the army with his phone down so I can't call sorry
God bless you your a hero in more ways then one hope you and and you friends in the army are ok bless you
@@jackhewitt7902 He my brother not a friend
I'm only 15 and my 8th grade year made me want to end it. That's how bad it was. I'm now a sophomore. My best friend who's like a brother to me will never know he pulled me (mentally and emotionally) away from suicide. I owe you a big thank you. Thank you for being there.
I hope you are alive and well. I hope you know that high school is no where NEAR the best days of your life.
Those days come later in life. It could be at a career you love, or hearing little footsteps running to greet you as you walk in the door. But they aren't here yet
id suggest telling them then as ive had a few things keep me from it and a few people push me to it. ive never had many friends when i was in school or ones that cared at all over all even now at 19 going to 20 i still dont but i got my job and a few people now that keep me going even when it hurts to do anything. truly its worth thanking them for the help when ever you can as even something as small as a hug can save a life.
Ive been there around that time i had thaught about it a time or two the first time i was at the top of a cliff near where i lived before i made the step i felt a warmth and heard a voice telling me it isnt my time i still go there to this day but not for that reason anymore
Even though it’s been 6 years since you wrote this comment, please share this with your friend. And before you disqualify it as “too much time has passed” or “it wouldn’t make a difference if I did”, hear me out.
As humans, we ALL want to know that we made a difference in another’s life - a positive difference. Many times we don’t find that out directly, sometimes we do. But when you’ve got the chance to tell your BEST FRIEND…..man, DO IT! You never know when thoughts could be going through his head at some point during his life when HE’S struggling - wondering “what the hell difference do I make”, etc. Don’t ever think you truly KNOW, EVERYTHING a person is going through. After all…..he doesn’t even know what hard time YOU were going through, so badly that YOU were struggling with ending it. He never knew. 😉
“Make that call.” 😉 It’ll do your heart REAL good. Trust me.
My friend took her Life. The day before she did I had a feeling I should have called her. I never did. It is the single greatest regret of my life. I could have stopped her. Ever since then I have always followed through. A couple of months ago, I was able to talk my girlfriend out of a suicide attempt. I know God lives. I hope y'all make the call, don't ever ignore what God tells you.
this comment made me cry, hope everything is going good with u luv u no homo dude
Your god seems to mess up slot looking at the State of the world and all the suffering
I'm glad someone answered my call & cut me down last year....
@@haroldsmith5150 I don't believe in " god " either but point is that someone answered " The CALL!!!! "
@@haroldsmith5150 so? Let people believe what they want and don’t be a fuckboy about it.
This song will save lives because somewhere, someone will hear it and think of someone to call, and that person will need a call of their own.
Matt Kennon I am a US Army disabled Veteran I just want to say this song has meaning in my life I was in a dark place when I was at a local Dragstrip on September 10th 2022 when this rough and tough marine veteran sat next to me and struck up a conversation with me we exchanged phone numbers and since then he has called and checked in on me to see how i am doing
I feel you, my friend! So thankful you met that buddy that makes that call! Hang in there! Bless you My Fellow Veteran 🙏
@@darwinapala960 Thanks I found out that day god was looking out for me
This song hits different when you’ve gotten the call
Definitely does.
Damn straight it does
Fr man
Zakary Souza Doesn’t it just as a person who has been battling severe depression for over a decade now, has tried to take his life on numerous occasions and has spent over three years homeless and who barely find the strength to get out of bed in the morning this song always hits me.
cody mecom thanks you to sir
Like many, I've also been there. back at 19yo. I'm 32 now, married, two kids, 3 cars, and a large dog. Being a father is typically a thankless job. but it's those little moments that make it worth it. Come home and pass out from exhaustion, wake up at 7pm and find one of your babies in your arms watching TV. That love makes life worth fighting for.
Good luck to all of you out there who ever you are
Lord Jesus, please give those who are weak strength... Save them from making this mistake, please... In Your Name i pray, Amen.
Amen
Your God is false he obviously doesn't care look at all the destruction in the world the suffering if he cared why don't he help
Everyone is always so quick to blame God but rarely do they ever blame Satan.
@@contessawillis well God supposedly created Satan who was an Angel yes?
@@haroldsmith5150 He lets us make our own choices so we. If we'r course to soon, them we get consequences. He is there for those who ask, though. If we ask Him to guide our lives then He will. Even then, He never says we won't go through hard times. We will. We just gave to have faith and live through it.
This song brings a grown man to tears
I quit listening to new country 20 years ago when it changed, I listened to this song this morning, 2 days after thanksgiving 2023 and realized what this song was about, it’s a beautiful song.
Man... This song just came on the radio while I was driving to work, and let's just say I wasn't expecting to cry that hard today.
What station?
Hopefully he sees this
This song hits differently when you have hit rock bottom and you feel like you have nothing left to live for and then you receive a call from your family asking if you are ok.
Been here. Hope everyone who comes to listen to this, understands that you are wanted
This song legit saved my life. I was missing my dad who passed Away when I was 13. I had my .45 under under my chin. Listening to sad songs. This song came on auto play and I couldn't do it. I still my dad like crazy but I know ending it isn't the right way to get back to him.
'My old man' by zac brown band
This song hit hard. I am only 17 and I have a dad who’s back is broken, both ankles permanently broken because his doctors are not wanting to put him thru surgery fearing that he might not make it thru. He jokes around like there is nothing wrong at days, then there are days when he is unable to get out of bed. He told me one day that we were all that keep him going. Now he is 40 and has his dream car ( challenger) and he just sit in it and barely goes anywhere because he is always in pain. I now realize I have one hell of a father
Thank you Matt for this amazing song it has helped me when I wanted to give up I am now 14 months sober and working out my marriage to my true love Det Brandon Yandell Logan county sheriff's office
Hello Erika.. how are you doing?
I wish I had someone to talk to right now. I’m 20 years old and just lost my great grandmother while i am in AIT for the military. She was the most important person in my life and I’m struggling a lot right now. This song is very powerful and means a lot
I'm just a stranger on the internet but if you need to someone to talk to I got your back
Chance I hope this finds you well I’ve been their brother lost my Grandmother and sister on the same day in 2020 then 3 months later my brother you can and will get through it we’ve all got your back
Hey man, hope you’re doing good. Also in the Army. If you need someone to talk to reach out
Hey man. I know kinda how you feel. my grandpa died last year in AIT for me. I'm very sorry to hear that for you. it is a struggle and I still struggle it to this day. but i promise it does get alittle easier but you'll never forget it.
Hey man, I hope you are doing well. I just found out my grandma has cancer and I lost my great grandmother a couple years ago and trust me, it does get better. Shit happens in life, but it gets better. Life is all about the ups and downs. You just have to find the little things that make life worth living and that keep pushing you forward.
By far one of the greatest songs ever. I have listened to it probably 1,000 times. Moves me every time.
Back when country music had meaning
so true
+gamerboy123890 exactly!
+gamerboy123890 their nothing wrong with black country artist
+Phillip Wright Back when country had meaning? This is new stuff, it is a good song.
+gamerboy123890 Ain't nothing wrong with that sir
So underrated,but a masterpiece.
It can literally save lives.
Hats off 🔥
My army buddy took his life a few years ago, I swear I can still hear him saying "never let em steal your fire soldier"
This is for you Crowner, I wish I coulda walked with you out that darkness brother. I'll Never Let Em Steal My Fire.
I believe Jesus uses ways like this to keep people from ending their lives.
Yep
Joysticks For Jesus Christ right and I believe that when just wants anyone he will take them when its there time
@@aaronsides552 yeah like when they achieved what they were put on earth for
This has nothing to do with some long haired dude up in the sky, it is just human love and care for fellow humans
Martn let him have his beliefs.
Hey guys... please don't read this, but I'm 132 days sober. Thank you for this song
Great work.
I may not know you but I am proud of you
162 days now 🎉🎉 congratulations 🎊
Congrats my brother
Keep it up brother! You got this!
I dont know why I'm just finding this song but it is so beautiful
Me Too!
Truth
Me too!
Me too I don’t even like country
Matt Kennon should get into Heaven for that song alone.
I served 12 years and did deployments with the Marines.
I e been where the first guy was.
Listen people if your thinking of ending it all you aren't alone.
Trust Jesus he will take your burden and lift you up.
If he can save a former atheist like me then he can save you.
Bradley Selk thank you for your service
Bradley Selk yes he can! I’m glad your still here!!
Rah devil, found this song from a guy in my platoon after MCT
I'm so happy for you!
💞
I tried to make that call. Sadly Iwas to late. But this song still remind me of him. He was one of my best friends and honestly I did love him as my brother. Check on even those you hardly talk to because they just might be needing that call. I know my friend did. RIP
I’m a marine and I cry and get so homesick everytime I hear this song. Man, never take your best friends for granted.
My brother was living 3 states away. I was seriously going to end it all. But his call saved my life. Now I have a great job. A couple of nieces and bephews that would be lost without me. I love you brother
Been in that waiting room...thankful God gave me the strength and the wisdom to be a single mama....I made a promise and I kept it...
Have not heard this song in about 5 years and I still tear up hearing it. I remember when it first came out. I was one of the first comments love this song and to all of the people who put their number down there that means a lot to people. I did that 8 years ago and I got so many great comments and texts and I developed a friendship I still have to this day because of it
I got the call when I needed it. It didn't make the feelings go away but made it possible to bear knowing that others would care if I was gone. Wishing everybody strength in their fight.
I got the news when I was 19. I now have a 13 year old who I simply couldn't live without. Always take time & listen to anyone who truly loves you that are in your life. You won't regret it.
Lord have mercy, great song. It just takes a little compassion, a little empathy, a little love. Caring about others is so critical and can change a life so drastically for the good.
Going through a hard time friend just sent me this and i love it but even more so him for taking time to give a crap I gave up 7 years ago and ended it by the grace of God I was saved and found by my family and life is still hard but I realize now that I was taking the easy way out while leaving the people who loved me most here to suffer and made a promise that I would never do that again but the last week has tried to push me around and the person who sent me this will probably never know how much it meant just being there thank u jerjer i love u man
Sorry to hear that and i was going to end it all too before
What an amazing song…. Filled with hope….. I wouldn’t be surprised if this actually saved someone’s life….. God bless you Matt
Yes it have mine I’m in law enforcement and have ptsd
The first time I heard this it was after a friend's funeral due too the 22 a day. Its guts me every time I hear it. I've been on that edge many times myself
Thank you for this song, believe it or not this song pretty much saved my life. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
This may have been a one hit wonder, but this man put more into this song than many put into a career. Such a powerful song, music, and lyrics. God bless everyone who is struggling. You are not alone, do not give up. I'm glad you called.
Shows how it is important to check on your friends
Some people really don't know how much it means to someone who is thinking about letting it all go, when someone calls just for a little talk. I speak out of experience when I say that those calls have made me change my mind on more then one occasion. I thank you guys for all you did for me in those times. I will always respect and look up to you. You guys really saved me from myself. I love you guys. Hope we can have another guys week out in the forest. You guys are great.
Very Elegant, Inteligent, Simpatic Matt Kennon
Mine wasn't a call but my dog insisting on breaking down my door and refusing to let me be alone. He saved from a bear when he was younger and 4 months before he passed he saved me from 3 massive siezures (not in anyway self harm related) and myself when my life spiraled after. God bless you all and that angel waiting for me at the rainbow bridge
Both situations I was in. Funny enough the boy I had at 18 saved me from the first situation and now have an amazing 11 year old. He has saved me in more ways he will ever know know. I will never regret having my baby.
Bless you
This song just kept me from ending it all
Good, hope everything gets better man.
Mark Mitchell God put us all here to look out for each other. just remember that your friends and family love and need u just has much as u need them.
Hey man keep your head up God bless
Yo I have the same emblem as you have on rn but 1 question did u join the marine corps?
people have so much potential in their life they don't know they are so much more
I am a cancer survivor I listen to this song when im down. Thank for this song
It wasn't a call, but a couple of marines came and literally saved me. It's a debt I can never repay.
Semper Fi brother
It was a call from god man
Keep fighting man
I'm sure your gratitude is enough thanks
Semper Fi brother. You are worth it. Life is worth it
I was saved 25 years ago when my 6 year old daughter called me and asked if she could come over and hang out with me. It wasn't my weekend to have her but I knew at that point, she needed me and how selfish it would to leave her with no daddy. Now, her and I are super close and I even have a 9 month old granddaughter who has me wrapped around her finger.
sometimes it's amazing how something that seems so small, is the biggest thing that can ever happen to someone at the right time.
Been here..lost two brothers to PTSD...lace ur boots up and March on..and for all my brothers...thank u
Idk who need to hear this but
Pain comes and goes.
Life is here and gone you don’t get another shot at life when you end it.
The pain might end for you but you pass it to others.
You are strong enough.
You are good enough.
You are not alone.
People love you.
Don’t do it.
Please.
2/17/2021. It wasn’t a call. But the image of my kids flashed in my mind. When they popped in my head I heard my best friends voice saying Brandon your kids need you I need you and we love you more then you know. That split second saved my life. That’s the second time my best friend saved my life and I love her dearly for it.
God bless you. My little brother is named Brandon and he's been having a rough time. Your comment is the sign I needed to call him.
I just about took my own life about a month ago after me and my ex fiance had a break up but I realized that I have an amazing 3yr old daughter an amazing 6 yr step daughter and amazing girlfriend that make my life amazing now
This has gotta be one of the best country songs ever. Lots of feeling in this. If only new country artists knew how to do that... You should seriously record more songs, because the two I've heard are some of the best.
Dear Sir thank you for saving my life many times sadly my mum is battling terminal cancer I would do anything to make her well again and today that I love her dearly I will be with her in this battle
We're living in a world who puts themselves first. I will never be that person ever. Thank you God🙏
This song hits different. When they didn't answer your call.. or when they got no call. Rest in peace to all the ones we've lost too soon..
A couple of weeks ago I broke down, I’m 20 years old and been through hell growing up but I was never the type to complain I did whatever I had to do to better my situation, I lost one of my buddies to him killing himself and another body to him being murdered, I was never wanted as a child my mom gave me to my grandparents and they passed away in the same year a couple of months apart when I was 7, then I started living with my mom and I know then she wanted me now but something always made me feel like I never belonged anywhere in this world and I always delt with that growing up, and to this day it affects my relationship and my friends and I always feel like I never belong, so I try to be funny and smile and do whatever I can to make people laugh and be loud and goofy, and well since I was 18 I left my moms and started working in the oilfields of Texas and I been doing this for 2 years now and I just never wanted a handout and I never asked nobody for nothing I did whatever I could to get it myself and well I ended up getting a truck and a apartment and that meant a lot to me cause growing up my family was poor and I used to have to eat like a orange or a apple a day when we didn’t have school so me and my little sisters can eat or I would I have to not eat at all so they can at least have food in there stomach, and so getting a apartment And truck meant a lot to me and I cherished it a lot well I always felt like I didn’t belong anywhere growing up and that caused me to push away the love of my life and hurt her and tear her down and it caused me to drink a lot and drink away my emotions and push everything aside and get angry at times and say and do things to hurt everybody in my path, so everything started going downhill I lost my woman the oilfield started slowing down and I was on the verge of losing my job our hours got cut so I couldn’t pay my lights my rent my truck I got a eviction notice and everything was just pushing me back down and ruining everything, well I called my woman and told you I’m Ending it all and I hung up, I took a bottle of pills and laid on the ground crying missing my grandparents and I swolled the whole bottle well I laid on the floor and I passed out and I don’t remember anything after that, the next thing I remember is my girl had her fingers down my throat making me throw up and her holding me and now Im here 1 month later back on top and back trying to become a better man, I learned to never give up, never stop having faith in God and never let the demons get a hold of you, to keep fighting and that better days will come. I pray for everybody that’s willing to take there life, don’t do it I love you your family loves you and no matter what you belong here and you’ll always belong here. I love you all and thank you for reading my story if you read it this far. 💙
@mickey3, I'm thankful that you are here....and I'm thankful your woman saved you....and I am thankful you shared your story.
You BELONG....You have ALWAYS BELONGED....You are LOVED!
mikey3 I’m glad your still here!! You are amazing and you can do great things!
Thanks brother, been fighting those demons my whole life.
I'm legit crying man keep fighting you got this
Been there man
So glad that there are so many that have seen this!
Seriously. I don't see much good in this world but this comment section got me in my feelings in a great way. It's not often I see so many people willing to help others and I believe this is amazing. Thank y'all here for being good people
At 15 years old, I was done with everything. The guy I loved left me, it felt like my mom didnt care, my step dad was abusive, the list goes on. I tried overdosing on pills. I got lucky. I didnt take enough. It was a failed attempt. But had it not been, I wouldnt have know that my oldest was going to make his appearance into the world in 7 months. Things got better. I realized my mom cared but was going through her own stuff and was having her own difficulties. She left her now ex husband, I married the man I was in love with back then and we're now waiting on our 3rd child. Things still get rough sometimes, but I'm so glad things turned out the way they did.
Lord have mercy my cousins name is Ashley Smith.....she lives in GA. She has a husband and 3 kids as well. Ashley is it you? Or is this another Ashley and a huge coincidence?
If it’s my cousin then let me know cause I need to talk to you about some things. If not then please disregard
Listen to this song once a year. Had helped me through a lot and will continue to do so.
I've said this before, and I'll say it again. My past is full of demons but I was blessed with a friend that made that call and I'm here today to be the father I always wanted to be. Thank you brother. I owe you my world.
The song makes a big difference in a lot of people's lives. I cried just about every time I hear it but I love this song
Hello Cathy.. how are you doing?
Hello Cathy how are you doing?
Thank you sir for this wonderful message. 22 of us a day end it all, and sometimes all we want is someone to care.
-SPC Morrison, Joshua.
US Army (Retired)
Iraq '06
Iraq '09
Afghanistan '11
#22adayis22toomany #stayvigilant #someonecares
+MightyMopar85 Thank you for your service and sacrifice. Pass it on to your brothers. Stay in the fight.
Thanks you for your service sir, I wish I could shake your hand!
+MightyMopar85: Thank you for your service... I am the spouse of a Veteran of Afghanistan... I tell him everyday that I appreciate all he has done and all that everyone of you have done... He was part of the clearing in 2011 to 2012 in Afghanistan
MightyMopar85 thank so much for your service. Most people don't appreciate it or take it for granted and don't know what it's like. I appreciate what our troops do for us. Thank you so much.
MightyMopar85 thank you for your service and even 1 veteran a day is too many
Wow, what an incredible song. Goosebumps!!
This song helped save me had a rough time when I got out of the military I was at rock bottom heard this song and also thought that I couldn't leave my mom with that cowboyed up and I'm happy working in law enforcement trying to help other people now.
One of my battle buddies took his own life. I feel so guilty I didn't realize he was struggling. Thanks for this song Matt!
Brother, don't blame yourself. There was no way you could know. Don't be afraid to reach out to your brothers-in-arms. We all struggle, sometimes. Be well.
wow!!! VERY glad I found this song!!! healing!!!
I love your music, this is my favorite song. especially the beginning it reminds me of when I almost ended my life, I had the rope tied around my neck 2 years ago when i was 16 my little brother was 4 he walked in on me and right b4 I got off the chair I didn't do it I couldn't with my baby brother right there, I got down, went to my mom and cried. I told her i needed help, I got help.
tori hedrick me to his music is very good
tori hedrick this made me cry😭😭
tori hedrick thats how I feel
Your brother was dispatched by an angel ... ✌💗
Make sure you let your brother know that you love him and once he is old enough to understand, make sure he knows that if it wasn't for him, you wouldn't be here to be his older sibling. I know what you mean by you couldn't for that in front of him, I'm 15 and have 5 younger siblings. I could never take my life in front of any of them. I have very seriously contemplated suicide. I still do occasionally. I've been struggling for over a year with depression and anxiety, believe me, it's not easy.
I don’t even like country music, but this one gets me in the feels every. single. time. My “call” was the thought of my little nephew growing up without me. My sister having to deal with the grief. My poor mom, who I’ve already put through enough. So glad they called…
I've been there. 13 hospitalizations in 8 years. BUT I finally fought the demons to a draw 5 years ago. Now, pursuing a dream I've had for 26 years.
Danalynne Johnson Good for you. You pulled through a hard as* time and now you doing great. :)
Danalynne Johnson proud of you man keep up the good work
Ha ha same
I feel that 14...in the past 2 and half years the hospital feels more like home then home dose
The only easy day was yesterday.
Still brings a tear to my eye.
My two to like now
This is an awesome song. I've listened to it literally about 50 times. :)
This song shows how we all need friends and loved ones. We all need someone.
Thank you for this song
Listened to this for the first time today and shed a few tears honestly. Very powerful song.
My husband tried to kill himself a week ago. After 2 decades together, he wanted to set me free. He thought he was a burden on me. He's the love of my life, my better half, my best friend. He completes me. Tell those you love that you love them. Call them. I love you, babe. I'm so glad you're home with me. ❤
K M wtf there are other ways to "set you free". But glad to know he didn't and y'all worked things out.
This is the truth. My dad committed suicide when i was 17. It was a Saturday morning. He called me at 5 am, I was at my best friends house. Being a teenager, i didnt think much of it. He woke up at 4-5 usually. I answered and said "dad are you Crazyyy its 5 am." And laughed. He said "oh sorry were you sleeping?" I with a teenage attitude said "obviously dad. Can i call you when the suns up". I talked to him at about 9. At 11:30 i felt sick, i told mt best friend i had to leave and go check on my dad something felt off. I got there and he had committed suicide. Thankfully when i arrived he wasnt deceased so he didnt die alone. He died holding my hand knowing that i loved him more than anything and appreciated everything he did being both the parents i needed on his own. The ambulance arrived and he passed. I wish I wouldnt have made him feel like a bother that morning. I had NO IDEA what he was feeling. Maybe he called to talk it through. We were best friends. I wish he would have just told me to quit being a brat. Or that i would have known. I just thought he was calling to see if i had fun for my birthday the night before.
Valerie Castleman-Ferguson
I am sorry for your loss
It's hard to comprehend the demons that are going through someone else's mind. And even their thought process. Just stay focused and pay attention.
@@valeriecastleman-ferguson3075 I am sorry fornyour loss
I was considering ending it all, i was sitting on base (because i couldnt have a weapon), i was about to drive home and get one. I called everyone in my phone, 1 guy answrred the call and invited me over, he is the reason im here today. He heard the hurt in my voice and invited me to his place, no one else including my girl friend of the time cared enough. I now live my life in a way to give back to him and his actions. My phone is always available to those near me.
You are so right. I am elderly and I know what its like to not have visitors. To be fair, I do live a ways from most who I care about. They are raising families and have jobs, trying to make ends meet. So itis understandable that I do not see them often. And I love them just the same. So, I spend a lot of time with phone visits with some who are shut-ins, disabled, etc. It may sound like I think I'm so special. But NO! But I do feel blessed. And loved. And it makes me feel useful and it does make me feel uplifted. God is good!
Maybe give a thought or two to folks around you who might need to hear a kind word. Just saying
Heard this about 15. Dam. Changed my life. Thank you. I here now because of it. Thank you
This song always makes me cry. Great song, great message.
this is one hell of a song it made me stop everything I was doing and I called all of my friends and family and they all said glad you called so to who ever listen to this song it will help you change your life and it will make you change your mind about everything
I've loved this song since I first heard it years ago. But every year around this time it hits a little harder because I didn't make that call. Kills me every day.
I'm glad you wrote this song, lost my Dad to covid in 2021, but it still hurts so bad and feels like it was yesterday. I miss him so so much, but I know that he is no longer hurting; he is in his forever home he is in heaven and I know that I will see him again. Love you Daddy, always and forever❤
ive lost three best friends.I would do anything in this world to go back and change it all. I miss them everyday and I joined the military so that I could keep their memory alive and feel like im doing something that they would be proud of.
"Two 18 year olds let a kiss go to far"....damn how that brings back a memory.
I went with her to the clinic, we then found out the test she had take was a false positive.
Sometimes things work out for the best.
I now have a wonderful family and wife.
And Tracey is married with kids.
The first part of this song is pretty sad knowing that each day TWENTY-TWO (22) veterans end their lives due to PTSD.
22 is 22 too many.
+Gabriel Rangel 1 is 1 too many
+Bc_coalroller 22 is 22 too many means the same as 1 is 1 too many.
it's 24 on average now
that's true...
22 is only a partial estimate from less than half of the states. Not to mention the VA hides information....I've lost way too many brothers from it and it still hurts thinking of it.
Listened to this song 100 times. It never hits any different, always call someone when you're thinking of them. There is a reason.
What a beautiful song!!!! Has a grown man balling!!🥺🥹 😢😭
God I've got tears cause my little Brother called me just as I was about to go through it thank you brother I owe you ❤️
Ive made calls , I've recieved calls. Ive saved and been saved. Never told anyone but always grateful for those calls
i dont even like country music all that much i maybe listen to it 3 times a year but im obsessed with this song and i dont know why
Dustin Hoover it could be telling you helping people might be your calling
Johnnycash
Nice profile pic buddy lol
I literally keep thinking of this song every time I want to end my life and you really helped me through a lot
My son passes from suicide in 2018. Left. The. Most heartbreaking voicemail...he "called" ... But it was too late. This song hits Soo deep
this song helped me when I was headen down a dark path and I thank you for that Matt kennon
POWERFUL.
Thank you for this song. Sooo many need it.
Mariah Dawn hi there this Danny
Thank you.
Really.
I need to watch this occasionally.