I was living on the streets of KC when this came out. Always brings back an emotional connection to that time. Homeless, divorced, alcoholic, high-school dropout. Forward 20 years I'm a nurse who just celebrated my 14th wedding anniversary with a kid in college going for her PhD in biology. 15 years clean.... "it's been a while"
My husband loved this song.... he passed away today. I love you, John, I always will. You were my world... God... if I could just sing this song with you ONE MORE TIME.... hear your voice crack at the same damn place in the song.... I miss you so much, baby!! RIP my love. 😭💔
This song hits me every time. Brought up in a crazy dysfunctional house and heading for a life of nothing. Now all these years later, happily married, son at university and running my own business. I listen to this song every day of my life and think of what life once was to now. Hang in there folks.
Three years ago today I was sitting in a bus stop not knowing where I was going to sleep, or where my next meal was coming from. Fast forward to today. I just celebrated three years clean. Promotion at work. I'm living the dream. It's been a while
I got chills. I am currently trying to get my shit together and stop drinking, stop ruining my relationships, and ruining my life. Such a good song. Straight to the heart.
As an addict of nearly 25 years who has lost love, liberty and seen the loss of life, all due to addiction this song is tremendously powerful to me and resonates like only a handful of songs ever have. To all those fighting: dont stop. To all those who are clean: never forget. To the ones we've lost: we live for you guys. One love.
well said sir it's not so funny/but is. this really is a small world after all. my name is carl michael and I too spent 25 years under the spell of drugs. I was lucky enough to find sobriety in 2012 and this song touches me in a way I can/t even describe.my son carl michael jr. wasn't so lucky.he overdosed 05/06/20. he had been clean for a while and relapsed... this song grabs me hard
When I was trying to recover from cancer I heard this album and this song in particular and it helped me through that darkest time in my life. It's now 2021 and I have been cancer free for 20 years. God Bless Aaron Lewis!
shut the fuck up. this comment has been made 900 times already on this thread. we know, this song saved you from drugs during a dark time and you had cancer too and now you are a good family person. fuck off with this upvote farming bullshit
That's really good that you are cancer free. I'm happy that few like you can beat it. I lost my mom, husband, and grandma to cancer in the last 4 months.
Keep that up remember there is no success stories bro only if you continue on that positive road no one in there right mind want to see no one going through that 💯
Survived addiction and being sex trafficked and am happy to say I survived it all, and going to turn 68 in Feb with close to 30 yrs sobriety and living life the best I can, can really relate to this song thank you
@@donaldmisener5738 When I speak of demons they are the one inside of our thoughts, whispering of unfounded fear, trying to hold us captive in our thoughts, and that makes action harder, and in that state the mind is not free to express ideas in a loop or trapped there are many words to describe this. they waste your time and take a part of your God given power. God is within and without, and it just a battle that plagues men, and women. Demons as I lable the destructive thinking, to explain confusion. and anger. I is a daily mission to put these negative thinking where it can not confound my thoughts, in my days and nights.
Been studying Matthew 4 and Luke 4 in the King James Bible. It’s where Satan was tempting Jesus. He attacked him when he was feeling tired and weak. Jesus used the word of God to combat his attacks. Just hang in there and be as stubborn as a mule one old guy told me. I’ll pray for you
Salute I’ve been sober for over a year. Been on suboxone. Currently tapering off of it and it’s hell on earth. Trying to stay strong for my mom and dad
So many comments from addicts and I just have to say, I’m so proud of y’all for getting and staying clean. For those who are struggling or have relapsed, I hope it gets easier for you. You are loved, you are important, and I’m proud of you for doing your best to survive in this chaotic world. You can get through this.
My dad blasted this song the last few months of his life. Had melanoma and fought it well but ultimately took him. I love you Chris Jarrard until we meet again
Sorry for your loss. With a name like Summer, your parents must have been Cool. My parents are both gone now, Dad. July4th.'96, Mom June30th.'12. Being an only child it gets to me. I don't have brothers or sisters, nephews nor nieces. Only cousins and they are slowly passing on. Before l clicked onto this video, l was Iistening to Steely Dan on TH-cam. Took me back to my youth.
Someone wrote 3 years ago that those who are happy gravitate to the melody and those who gravitate towards the lyrics are broken.. well I couldn’t agree more. Here’s to all my fellow broken people who are here for the lyrics.
When I first quit drinking I hated myself so much, I couldn't stand to look in a mirror, talk to friends, I went to work and kept to myself. This was one of the songs that kept me away from the bottle. The best decision I've made.
Active duty military here. Joined the Navy at a younger age. My brother died May 5, 2010. Had his funeral on May 10, 2010. Left for bootcamp May 19, 2010… He used to live with me at my apartment. I got laid off from a few jobs. We were homeless for a while. Then not too long after he was shot and killed. Went into the military with feelings of brokenness and hopelessness. Went to Captain’s Mast three times. Just couldn’t get it together. Contemplated suicide, but decided to live. Lost some good family and friends, relationships. Lost my grandmother on November 9, 2019. Lost one of my good Sailor buddies on March 20, 2020 while we were forward deployed. I drank myself into a stupor for a year straight after that during COVID. Listened to this song during those times…Thankful for my Dad, my family, the Chiefs and others who were there back during those times and saw something more in me and gave me second and third chances. It’s been a while… I eventually got my shit together. I try to pay that kindness and mercy forward. Everyone doesn’t get it right the first time or even the second time. Glad that I can I look at myself in the mirror straight in the eye and also tell my story. Thankful to be alive.
I'm in my 7th year clean from heroin & this song brings back sooo many memories of my struggle w/the beast. Anyone fighting addiction just know it's so worth the battle when you get to the other side. Keep fighting!
From those suffering losses of loved ones, pain from addiction and recovery, .. and those of us who suffer from things we cant speak of; loving and giving in a time of utter brokeness, I pray you find peace. This song was balm in my youth and still is. 🤘🏿 ❤
My mom, and I used to ride dirt roads listening to this album. I do believe it was break the cycle. She's long gone now, and I'm here alone, truly feeling the lyrics.
Much Love 💜💜 Sonya Louisiana. I know the feeling I listened to it today for the first time in a while, use too listen to it with my Kid's too, and I still Love it just as much as I did then. I wish you well 💜💜
I remember listening to this while going on long walks with my mother during the fall. We would walk around the park then she would have a cup of coffee and I would eat my favorite donut at our favorite coffee spot. We did that for so many years. My mother passed away last week, 2 months after I had my first son. I miss her so much, the pain and loneliness seems so deep and constant. I know one day when my son is older I’ll show him this song while we walk around the same park then eat at the donut shop. I’ll have my coffee while my son picks out his favorite donut. For some crazy reason I picture myself walking out of the coffee shop, turning around and seeing my mother sitting by our old spot by the window. Smiling at us. Rest in peace Ammi, we love and miss you ❤
Seasons Greetings Lily May - I completely empathze w you. My Mom passed in 1982 at 33 from leukemia when I was just 10 y/o & unfortunately we never had the chance to form memories like that. My son was born in 1996, the 1st great-grandchild in our family. I think of all BOTH of us have missed by her early demise. Keep the spirits alive, particularly at this time of year, with lively memories like that! Both are in eternal bliss smiling down on their loved ones, waiting PATIENTLY until the day they are reunited with their loving families. Happy Holidays Lily & son & God Bless!
I am so sorry I hope you are doing a little better my dad passed away 8 days ago and I feel so empty on the inside I keep listening to this song thinking of him ❤ he was the best dad ill forever have a hole in my heart.
as i grow older i now understand why my mom was blasting this shit in the car and at home with no regard of our opinion. miss u mom.. and everyone else.
It's hard not to have survivor's guilt, but don't let this discredit the tremendous effort and achievement of facing and overcoming your demons, sir. I commend you.
Congrats brother. A whole group of us will celebrate 34 soon; mine is, god and me willing, December 8th. This song still sends chills, and immediately gets me thinking about the years I spent wondering "How did I get here?"
This one's for all those who aren't here to enjoy today with me. Rest in peace to all the friends I grew up with and lost to addiction and mental health and for those still fighting to make it to another tomorrow
Best Era ever. Music,clothing and togetherness. We were too busy hanging out with the people of our community listening to music that poured from the heart. Helping our neighbors with their struggles. Now we're watching the propaganda machines divide us while planting seeds of hate in our life. Let's bring back the 90s and rage against the machine once more.
Right! I started out listening to a Nickelback song and ended up listening to creed, everessence, 3 doors down, etc for the past hour! Kick ass music back then!!!!!
So very true. All the best artists. Singers, Chester Bennington, Chris Cornell, Kurt Kobane are so very much missed in this world with their Amazing voices.
Thank you for this song. I'm 13 and a half years clean from Cocaine, and 3 and a half years clean from Meth. I'm almost 57 and finally loving life. I hope this comment gives hope to someone with a family member or friend who is struggling with addiction.
Aline.... I'd love to hear your story.... I just overdosed a few days ago. I honestly was trying to kill myself. If you could email that would be awesome. I have been using cocaine for 5 years.... I know everyone's journey to recovery is different..... but I... I'm lost.
@@verywoke3232 nah been there done that you still have not figure out that you have to stop being a bitch a just do it break your habits thats the way to start just smack yourself do something to change your everyday habits just dont fall into your everyday habits....thats the first
One of my favorite things about this song are the comments from everyone on the personal demons they overcame. Keep fighting the good fight. Anything worthwhile doesn't come easy. God bless you.
Again one seriously solid song that didn’t require a bridge. That bridge is a collapse that undoes me everytime. This song rocks and is one of my favorites
There’s more mental health problems that no one talks about & it’s sad because a lot of people are going through them right now! I lost my boyfriend of 7 years a while ago but I still think about him & miss him & always will! ❤❤
When this song came out my marriage was falling apart. I would listen to this song and cry...now I listen to it as the only surviving parent as my kids father passed three years ago and I think about how far I’ve come and how much stronger I’ve become emotionally. It’s crazy how a song reminds you of everything you go through. This is still on my playlist and in heavy rotation.
Me too!!!!! Except luckily my ex-husband got clean and is raising my son’s little half-brother on his own after his enabler committed sucide....her death woke him up
This song got me through getting clean off of cocaine/crack. It was between me and God and this song! July 9th 2006. 14 years clean! Thank you for this song!!!!❤️
@@lordwhip4323 thank you. That's appreciated. I don't consider it a fight. Since I got clean, I've not once been tempted. I don't consider myself an addict. A recovered one I suppose, but not "recovering". If that makes any sense? But nonetheless, thank you!
I got clean from heroin for 8 years. My beautiful gran passed away with dementia 9 months ago. Seeing my mother grieving so badly for her mum and losing my gran was almost too much to take. I needed to feel numb. Just one bag won’t hurt, of course one bag turned into another, and now here I am 9 months later, sold all my possessions, sneaking, being shady, using three, four, five, six bags a day if I can find the cash. My life is a mess, I really can’t see a way out. I’m trapped again and I’m terrified of quitting I lock myself in the bathroom and use and then cry straight after and listen to tunes like these as I sit for a few minutes contemplating what the hell it is I’m doing to myself again and how I got here again after the first time. It almost gave my dad a heart attack years ago because of the turmoil it caused. There’s no way he can know I’m back in that place. I either need to get myself clean and quickly before I spend any more, I must have gone through £7000 in 9 months, or I just need to disappear. I’m at my wits end. I have no idea which way to turn. It’s gonna kill me one way or another.
@@HansJanus I am so very sorry. I lost my 4 1/2 year old from Leighs Disease, it's a degenerative disease that slowly killed him back on March 27th 2002, he was my whole world. He had a G-tube surgically placed in his stomach to get nutrients plus he had a tracheotomy & was on a ventilator, after that my ex beat me up really bad so I left to go to a battered womens shelter , after 5 days my father in law got back from a cruise & came and got me out of the shelter to go back home and try to work it out (because he would usually beat me up at least once a week & was used to the situation). When we got to the house I found him dead with his face ate of by our 8 dogs (because he had locked them in our bedroom right after I left). He had died from a massive heart attack. The dogs just wanted to be let out to use the restroom and were starving to death & were only trying to wake him. I was using to numb my pain, I was and still am destroyed. It has been so hard lately because I suffer from a lot of medical conditions that cause me to have unbearable pain but I can't ever touch another opiate or I will be in the same situation. I have so much guilt and somedays are (especially lately) I just wish I could be numb even if for just an hour. I could go on with everything that's happened in my life nut I would be typing for at least a few hours. I know you don't know me but If you ever need someone to talk to please message me, I think we could help each other.
God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can and the wisdom to know the difference ..... Just for today
My dad died 5 years ago.... He wanted me and bros and sisters to listen to this song my cousin said before he died ....... This song says what he couldn't tell us my cousin said ... ., I miss him Soo much....
@Amanda Voss, I'm very proud of you and the courageous step you took in taking back control of your life. I totally agree my friend...life has a whole new meaning and we feel a truly real purpose each day we are blessed with opening our eye's and living it the way it's meant to be lived.
Musicians are such a gift to this world. Definitely 1 of the best songs ever written. "I cannot blame this on my father, he did the best he could for me", those lyrics gave me chills. The honest self reflection in this song is beautiful. We are all flawed human beings.
I know what you mean. This song hits home on so many levels/ And that's what makes an artist special. And by the way, thank you. Not too many people tell us that anymore. Here's a line from one of my songs. It's called Yesterdays Gone. There at people in your life who'll touch your heart. And people in your life who'll touch your soul. But you're that one who's taken me over that horizon, and left me here with no way home. Cause Yesterdays Gone! It was inspired by an argument my wife and I had. I asked her why do we fight so much anymore, we never use to. And she just said yesterday's gone! Wow didn't record it yet but have played it live several times. It even made some people cry! I don't want to make people cry with my music. But it blew me away when it happened. Didn't know that I'd touched so many hearts.
I’m finally able to say I’m sober and staying that way after almost 5 1/2 years of daily use. This song came on in my earphones at work today and it brought me a lot of joy because I used to listen to this song sometimes while I was high, wishing I knew what it felt like to be sober and to be able to look back at the past and say that my addictions are behind me instead of living with them. When this song came on today is when it really sunk in; that I don’t have to wish for it anymore, I’m there :) Thats what made me happy
Jesus dude. That hit me HARD. Well done, I’m in the same boat. Heroin all thru high school, chasing pain pills and bags every day. Been sober 15 years, and now I’m a drug and alcohol councilor. Trying to help other people who are fucked up like I was, helping them to see there’s an alternative out there. I feel the same way you do.
@@generationgapgaming5793 don’t forget you’re doing a great service to those people and I’m happy to hear you’ve been sober for that long after going through the path you were going down. There’s always a brighter side to things, just gotta find it/pave the way through action(s). I’m happy for you :)
Yes, I agree. Not all memories are rosy, nice and cheery, but It is good to be able to look back at how far you have come, how far you have progressed. And yes, succeeded as you put it, be well Shelli 😀
Yohhhhhhh! Whoooooooahhh! Liiike, um, whooo-uh. (Start clenching buttocks in no rhythm along with weird heavy out breathing similar to lamaze but no rhythm so not actually lamaze but that was best way to describe sounds)..... DAMN! I forgot what my point was to be expressed bc I worked so hard on describing what was going on. I have a brain injury that fucks with my short term memory. It’s very frustrating at times! Like now. I’m gonna leave this comment up for a bit. Watch/ listen to video again to see if the thought and hopefully the same feeling will occur. If so, I’ll return to this to edit it with my thoughts/ feelings. If not, then I’ll delete it. Now - Sund, 16-May-2021 depending on your time zone, it’s 1:30(ish) to 4:30pm. If in the states.
Lyrics: And it's been awhile Since I could hold my head up high And it's been awhile Since I first saw you And it's been awhile Since I could stand on my own two feet again And it's been awhile Since I could call you And everything I can't remember As fucked up as it all may seem The consequences that are rendered I've stretched myself beyond my means And it's been awhile Since I can say that I wasn't addicted And it's been awhile Since I can say I love myself as well and And it's been awhile Since I've gone and fucked things up just like I always do And it's been awhile But all that shit seems to disappear when I'm with you And everything I can't remember As fucked up as it all may seem The consequences that I've rendered I've gone and things up again, again Why must I feel this way? Just make this go away Just one more peaceful day And it's been awhile Since I could look at myself straight And it's been awhile Since I said I'm sorry And it's been awhile Since I've seen the way the candles light your face And it's been awhile But I can still remember just the way you taste And everything I can't remember As fucked up as it all may seem to be, and I know it's me I cannot blame this on my father He did the best he could for me And it's been awhile Since I could hold my head up high And it's been awhile Since I said I'm sorry
Still listening to this, been clean off crack since 2013. My first son was born, changed everything. I moved cities, continued to train in mix martial arts, (my passion before i became an addict at 15) now im currently working on getting my first Pro Fight and i have 2 beautiful boys and an amazing wife whos stuck by my side through everything, this song is a reminder of how close i came to losing everything. You are never down and out, no matter how bad you have it. Please, never give up.
My husband, army officer CPT. T. Crider, loved this song so much before he committed suicide. Now when I hear this it makes me feel like I can still feel his presence.
May the creator bless you and through your journey in life let it be one without loss but with something learned not only by you but those around you that life is precious and a gift.
My grandfather got shot down in his uh 60 black hawk he was a cw3 and I am going to follow in his footsteps im sorry for your loss and I thank you for your contribution to keep a service member going as long as he could I thank him and you for your service
Used to listen to this song withdrawaling from drugs praying to feel better will always be one of my favorites helped me through alot almost 2 years no opiates hope everyone reading this is winning
My daughter is currently struggling with alcohol addiction... I've always liked this song... Tonight it's brought me to tears but I standing strong for her. Thank you Staind
Sorry to hear that Julie. Here's hoping she gets better and gets the help she needs. I know it can't be easy for you to see it occur, watch it happen. My addiction, I wouldn't listen to anyone. I knew it all. But, I hit rock bottom, sleeping in my car, etc, and finally got help. It wasn't easy, but I finally made a good future for myself. Never to go back again. I hope you two haven't burned too many bridges, like I did. Stay strong for yourself first, but also for her future. My people, my friends/family, they abandoned me. But I made it on my own, with professional help, and eventually remade my relationships where and when I could. Some, I never got back, but, that's my fault, live and learn they say. Anyway, stay strong, I will say a prayer for you, and for her as well. Bless you
Its been just over 2 years since I lost the woman I loved. She was the greatest woam i ever met and had such strength. I'd give anything to just have 5 more minutes to hold her and see her smile. Seeing her smile when i got off work and saw her was the best part of my day. She died way too young. Im 43 and was 41 when she died. She was 31. She was so amazing and ill never feel like i deserved her love. It was the greatest gift god ever gave me.
I comment just about every time I listen to it...this is October 8th & I've been clean since June 23rd. After 16&1/2 years of opiates addictions, 3 weeks of withdrawal...the mental addictions r still calling. I know it's not gonna be forever before I fall...please pray for me!! For all those who have beaten roxy, oxy, oxymorphone addictions...send prayers.
Charles Loveday I hope you can stay clean I an 14 and I have done drugs since I was 8 smoke and other thins and I finally got of all that shit for 4 moths
Shout out to the people in the comments who are clean. I do not know you, but I am very proud of you and please keep up the great work. None of it is worth your family, friends and most importantly your life.
@@aaronwrecks3324 even the more reason to go to rehab and get clean bro, save that $$ for material shit. I'm sure your boss would understand and probably appreciate what you're trying to do 👌 all the best bruv, look after yourself.. love from the land down under 🇦🇺🇦🇺
This used to be my go to song when I used to pop xanax & drink everyday, was selling weed & coke, then got into snorting meth, though I was in my prime till I overdosed one day, & realized I was in my darkest days. Been 9 months sober now going on 10, & for anybody lost in drugs, remember that’s not the way & there’s still hope, may God bless everybody out there struggling with any sort of addiction 🙏🏼
Reminds me of my mom who battled drug addiction and sexual abuse. I know now why she loved this song. The lyrics hit harder the older you get. RIP mom.
Realtalk. Born & bred under these northwest raindrops. Emerald city finecut diamonds r4ever kno that. & I f#*k with that Chris stapleton & simple man but by shinedown
Its good to hear these songs from my younger days. Makes me appreciate getting clean getting married and straightening up my life to be there for my kids.
My brother died last night 8 12 20 N he sent me this song to me a few days ago. I love you little brother. Your my closest friend,,i will always keep your memory alive! I know you wanted to be treated like, a son, and he did make sure you never went without. Hes heartbroken (dad),robby daddy will always remember this. I wish you could have stayed , and i wish you peace and the greatest love of all Gods love,, and i hope you are dancing with our mom, my brother i love you. Amd you loved me! PLEASE watch over me n your nephew,,and our father!! PLEASE come to me in my dreams. I love you Reo jr. ROBBY O JR. FROM Baltimore. Love always your sister kara o.
Your words are going straight to the heart. It will take time to go trough the worst, but you will make it. I wish you a lot of power. He will not just come in your dreams to you. He´ll always be with you.
2 years clean from heroin next month! I went from not caring if I wake up to being thankful I wake up each day. So proud of all of you that are going thru recovery with me! Y'all inspire me to keep pushing!
today was my day . I randomly remeberd this song from my teen years and i had to look it up on youtube and listen to this. It sucks you back into your own memories. Its a great song its got that magic ability within.
I listened to this song in my teenage and college years and just liked the sound. I'm 33 now, and my brother is an addict. I never realized until tonight when this song came to mind and I pulled it up to listen that it's about addiction. Reading the comments and listening to the song after so many years has me dripping tears. Thank you Staind and everyone who's commented about how this song has helped them.
Im really sorry you are effected by the behaviors of an addict…..I am an addict myself and when I read posts like yours it hits me extra hard because I think, I wonder if someone is typing this about me. Im so sorry….
I'm currently 30 days sober from a ten year 8mg Subutex addiction, I was put on it to "help" my mild tramadol usage after being injured and coming home from Afghanistan... I've tried hundreds of times to get off this stuff, and the withdrawals are almost never ending, even now thirty days out I'm still feeling them. Addicts out there, please don't let this become you, there are definitely alternatives to Subutex or Suboxone. Gabapentin and clonidine will take away 90% of your withdrawal symptoms, they're non narcotics and if you're on a short acting opioid it can get you through the hard part. Good luck, and find your source of strength..
@@ocjok3r If you're addicted to an opiate, then get yourself some gabapentin and clonidine, both are non narcotics, and you can easily get them from most doctors.. You'll just need 4--7 days worth, these medications will take away 90% of the withdrawals, enough for you to pass the storm and then seek out the reason you're using..
During my deployment my fiancee left me...it broke me for months. I would sit in my bunk looking at pictures, letters...I would play this song on repeat wringing my head and wondering whether or not each day that passed would be the day I ended everything. I had no family to support me, my friends were gone, and then she was gone and I was alone...I'd scream the last verse nearly every time it came. I remember later singing this song at karaoke after I got back and that last verse came back and I had a breakdown on stage crying my eyes out and feeling like I was being torn apart...Funny how years later now if this comes on I kind of just stop what I'm doing and have to sit down and listen. And think about her.
Thank you for the kind words but please keep the thank you's for the soldiers till out there. I thank the stars I'm a civilian again and I'm proud of my brothers and sisters still out there working to keep people safe :)
Been 21 months clean after 12 years of craziness addiction to pills and before that I was on meth for 4 years. Switched to pills got stuck then finally a friend showed me a light at the end of the tunnel. Which was rehab NA and a ton of counseling. With love and support of my husband and kids and grandkids I plan to stay clean!
OMG Mary!!.............. YOU SO HAVE THIS IN YOUR POCKET! You have a reason to stay clean........ HUSBAND AND BABIES! You so frickin have this darlin.. I HAVE FAITH IN YOU AND I BELIEVE IN YOU! You are so blessed.... BIG HUGS.....
I'm so happy for u keeps it up don't let anyone or anything bring you down or anything that's the crap things that made me go back was my love life but I'm free from drugs and that fake love lol buy yes I love u homie keep jt up I'll be praying for u
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Lost my father in 2018. Lost myself to substance abuse after that. Rehab and this song brought me back to life. Two years sober in August.
I’m so sorry 💔 me too
Fuck yeah man! I'm proud of you!
Congratulations 🎉 I believe in you!
Proud of you
Proud of you ❤❤❤
I was living on the streets of KC when this came out. Always brings back an emotional connection to that time. Homeless, divorced, alcoholic, high-school dropout. Forward 20 years I'm a nurse who just celebrated my 14th wedding anniversary with a kid in college going for her PhD in biology. 15 years clean.... "it's been a while"
❤️❤️❤️
What a great recovery story. Congratulations!!
@@leighannkosky5446 thank you! Been a hell of a ride.
That is amazing. The human spirit is so powerful. GOD is great 🙏
Woot woot 🥰💘💋👊🏼
Once a wise man said, "when you're happy you enjoy the melody but, when you're broken you understand the lyrics"
Wow.....That was profound
I'm actually going to write that down
I need to meet this wise man please
I never heard this till abut 2 years ago. She left then ya i understood the songs. Crazy how that works
That's my first tattoo cheers king
To anyone fighting an uphill battle, we're here for you and we're proud of you even when you aren't.. Sending strength and Love ❤️
Thank you sending love back to everyone ❤
I'm here just just trying and things don't get better only one thing I never gave up trying
I'll never give up the fight and the battle. "This is a war that I'll fight forever"- Tom Mcdonald. Never give up hope
i already gave up, but still living for my wife and kids.
@Kalawakan127 Tough times don't last, tough people do.
My husband loved this song.... he passed away today. I love you, John, I always will. You were my world... God... if I could just sing this song with you ONE MORE TIME.... hear your voice crack at the same damn place in the song.... I miss you so much, baby!! RIP my love. 😭💔
I'm so sorry for your loss. Hugs.
God b with ur heart and mind
So sorry for your loss!
Rest . In . Peace !!!
My condolences for you loss
This song hits me every time. Brought up in a crazy dysfunctional house and heading for a life of nothing. Now all these years later, happily married, son at university and running my own business. I listen to this song every day of my life and think of what life once was to now. Hang in there folks.
Brilliant
A made man ...with a ghettoblaster
@@robinndjavera5625 trrr
Much respect but life hits differently to everyone n at some point ur mind gives up 😣
Wow that made me cry
2024?? Anyone?
It’s been awhile 😇
YES, great tune!
😊❤ hii
Yerp
No
Still a masterpiece in 2024
Amen truly timeless
This and Glycerine by Bush are 2 of my fav songs of all time.
Absolutely 💯
Yes, yes it is
🍻
My first born son died of heroin overdose after being clean for 18 months. This was one of his favorite songs during his sobriety. Thank you Aaron.
I'm so sorry for your loss
Don't thank just Aaron, thank Staind.
I live to love bill gamble
I’m so sorry to hear that and for your loss.
Prayers
Three years ago today I was sitting in a bus stop not knowing where I was going to sleep, or where my next meal was coming from. Fast forward to today. I just celebrated three years clean. Promotion at work. I'm living the dream. It's been a while
Blessings to you man. Keep it up and never let yourself down
@@thiami915 appreciate it man . Same to you
Keep on keeping on. You haven't come this far, just to come this far! 👏🏼
Way to go🎉🎉
Thank you!! Everyone! Still going strong! ❤️ ❤️ ❤️
I got chills. I am currently trying to get my shit together and stop drinking, stop ruining my relationships, and ruining my life. Such a good song. Straight to the heart.
Sometimes all you can do is stand and breath....its ok...
Peace to you.
Keep your head up
U got this. Life will only get better
@@amandabaker4496 not always.
💚💙💚gld bless
For young artists out there. This is what a classic sounds like.TIMELESS😊
As an addict of nearly 25 years who has lost love, liberty and seen the loss of life, all due to addiction this song is tremendously powerful to me and resonates like only a handful of songs ever have.
To all those fighting: dont stop.
To all those who are clean: never forget.
To the ones we've lost: we live for you guys.
One love.
well said sir
it's not so funny/but is. this really is a small world after all.
my name is carl michael and I too spent 25 years under the spell of drugs.
I was lucky enough to find sobriety in 2012 and this song touches me in a way I can/t even describe.my son carl michael jr. wasn't so lucky.he overdosed 05/06/20. he had been clean for a while and relapsed...
this song grabs me hard
@@carlalley4684 im sorry to hear of your son, im glad to hear youre clean now. Yes thats crazy with all our names lol
Beautifully said ..
Bless you both
Similar existance here .
Nicely done .
Wish I could overcome,
Like you did .
Hard endevour.
When I was trying to recover from cancer I heard this album and this song in particular and it helped me through that darkest time in my life. It's now 2021 and I have been cancer free for 20 years.
God Bless Aaron Lewis!
shut the fuck up. this comment has been made 900 times already on this thread. we know, this song saved you from drugs during a dark time and you had cancer too and now you are a good family person. fuck off with this upvote farming bullshit
That's really good that you are cancer free. I'm happy that few like you can beat it. I lost my mom, husband, and grandma to cancer in the last 4 months.
Im happy for you ...a good song makes miracles happen.
@@TLMKingMoon I'm so sorry baby girl for ur losses, keep ya head up.....
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Gotta hear this ! :) ! :) ! :)
I am 35 years old and i am a 18years meth addict. I am 4years sober now with no relapse and happy to say that my body don't crave for it anymore.
Keep that up remember there is no success stories bro only if you continue on that positive road no one in there right mind want to see no one going through that 💯
So fucking proud of you! Keep it up❤
Keep it up brother!!!!!!!!! More energy to you!!!!!
I'm 39, was on meth for 13 years, & have been clean for almost 9. Congratulations on your recovery 💜
Please tell me how long did you crave before it got better? Thank you I'm hurting bad been addicted long time
My son is in trouble, and it's been a while. Hope and pray he turns it around. Prayers please.
Prayers
I will pray for you ❤
I pray it's been 6 years & I still think he did it to hurt me my 1st born 😢
I know the feeling ❤
🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
💜2024 And this gem continues to shine 💖💎🔥
Do you type this on every video? 🙄🙄🤡
It sure does!!!!
I'm going through my faves and your comment is on almost all of them 😂🤘
I'm here in Texas trying not to sob like a child.
@@crimsonphilosophersame here in va brother
Survived addiction and being sex trafficked and am happy to say I survived it all, and going to turn 68 in Feb with close to 30 yrs sobriety and living life the best I can, can really relate to this song thank you
Kids today don't get this
👏 congrats, you should be so proud of yourself.
Glad you made it through those trials
Amazing, I'm turning 67 in March, have been homeless and still struggling. So happy for you and hope you continue to be successful in your recovery.
Congratulations on your survival and sobriety continue enjoying life and being a inspiration!!!
I'm still here, 63 and digging the music 🎶 🎵 👌
65 here 🙌
F..uck yeah love it!
Me to at 59 years old and still jamming 🎉🎉😂. Take care
One of the best live shows that I have seen 🙌 👌 👏.
I'm a "Heinz 57" and following you.
I'm telling you when you get older these songs aren't just "fun" to listen to anymore. They will creep up and hit right in the heart.
Facts
REEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE
Been listening to stain since i was in middle school. My dad used 2 blare this in the car line 😂😂😂
Relate to it more now than ever, quality song.
,,,,,,,,,,Vvvbl to l
"I cannot blame this on my father, he did the best he could for me." Heartbreaking.
MY fATHER WAS A LIFE LINE , MY MOTHER WAS A DEMON.
@@sharonddaychurchill8320 I'm so sorry. Both my parents were the best. I'm the one who screwed up.
No stigmata is the best movie for adolescents who have victims in the way.
@@sharonddaychurchill8320 no demons are useless from violent situations for reasons. Or so it seemed to be obvious to parents at the age of what?
@@donaldmisener5738 When I speak of demons they are the one inside of our thoughts, whispering of unfounded fear, trying to hold us captive in our thoughts, and that makes action harder, and in that state the mind is not free to express ideas in a loop or trapped there are many words to describe this. they waste your time and take a part of your God given power. God is within and without, and it just a battle that plagues men, and women. Demons as I lable the destructive thinking, to explain confusion. and anger. I is a daily mission to put these negative thinking where it can not confound my thoughts, in my days and nights.
To everyone going through some shit, just one day at a time.
Needed this
And, this too shall pass....trust God.
❤
Heffsta02 yep every day. Love the song❤️
Amen to that!
I been sober 30 years, still fighting those demons,
One day at a time ❤
Been studying Matthew 4 and Luke 4 in the King James Bible. It’s where Satan was tempting Jesus. He attacked him when he was feeling tired and weak. Jesus used the word of God to combat his attacks. Just hang in there and be as stubborn as a mule one old guy told me. I’ll pray for you
06/17/2017
Salute I’ve been sober for over a year. Been on suboxone. Currently tapering off of it and it’s hell on earth. Trying to stay strong for my mom and dad
Still a masterpiece in 2023
Yup
Revisiting this after so many years. Unreal.
💯
@@judedeery988 the same
I’ll never forget this song
So many comments from addicts and I just have to say, I’m so proud of y’all for getting and staying clean. For those who are struggling or have relapsed, I hope it gets easier for you. You are loved, you are important, and I’m proud of you for doing your best to survive in this chaotic world. You can get through this.
Well fucking said bro
Until you steal my radio.
🍻🍻🕊️🕊️🔥🔥😎😎🙏🙌👐🤲⚡⚡
@@brosephyolonarovichstalin2915 🤣😂😅😜😁😁
@@brosephyolonarovichstalin2915 good humor😂
My dad blasted this song the last few months of his life. Had melanoma and fought it well but ultimately took him. I love you Chris Jarrard until we meet again
May he and my son ( who loved this song too) be blasting it up in heaven 🙏
Going trough that now, my mom has cancer... it's tough to exist sometimes
Sorry for your loss. With a name like Summer, your parents must have been Cool.
My parents are both gone now, Dad. July4th.'96, Mom June30th.'12. Being an only child it gets to me. I don't have brothers or sisters, nephews nor nieces. Only cousins and they are slowly passing on.
Before l clicked onto this video, l was Iistening to Steely Dan on TH-cam. Took me back to my youth.
Sorry for your loss
My condolences! My dad just passed in may.worst pain ever!!
Someone wrote 3 years ago that those who are happy gravitate to the melody and those who gravitate towards the lyrics are broken.. well I couldn’t agree more. Here’s to all my fellow broken people who are here for the lyrics.
When I first quit drinking I hated myself so much, I couldn't stand to look in a mirror, talk to friends, I went to work and kept to myself. This was one of the songs that kept me away from the bottle. The best decision I've made.
You want to go out and get a drink to celebrate?
God bless you
hope you’re doing good brother
Thanks for this, brother. Needed to read this tonight stay strong
Good job;)
Active duty military here. Joined the Navy at a younger age. My brother died May 5, 2010. Had his funeral on May 10, 2010. Left for bootcamp May 19, 2010… He used to live with me at my apartment. I got laid off from a few jobs. We were homeless for a while. Then not too long after he was shot and killed. Went into the military with feelings of brokenness and hopelessness. Went to Captain’s Mast three times. Just couldn’t get it together. Contemplated suicide, but decided to live. Lost some good family and friends, relationships. Lost my grandmother on November 9, 2019. Lost one of my good Sailor buddies on March 20, 2020 while we were forward deployed. I drank myself into a stupor for a year straight after that during COVID. Listened to this song during those times…Thankful for my Dad, my family, the Chiefs and others who were there back during those times and saw something more in me and gave me second and third chances. It’s been a while… I eventually got my shit together. I try to pay that kindness and mercy forward. Everyone doesn’t get it right the first time or even the second time. Glad that I can I look at myself in the mirror straight in the eye and also tell my story. Thankful to be alive.
There is incredible power in being honest, with ourselves. Sorry for your loss. I was also in the USN.
Sailor on, brother. The rewards are fantastic.
What are you a seaman or a 3 rd class shipmate?
@@Carol-ym9bqyeah me too shipmate
❤❤❤
I'm in my 7th year clean from heroin & this song brings back sooo many memories of my struggle w/the beast. Anyone fighting addiction just know it's so worth the battle when you get to the other side. Keep fighting!
Amen. Bravo and keep fighting. It's worth it.
Thank you for this comment
Bit are you understanding the time you spent clean and healed the reason to become clean or they just on the back burner
Congrats dude hope you’re doing well
Thx
From those suffering losses of loved ones, pain from addiction and recovery, .. and those of us who suffer from things we cant speak of; loving and giving in a time of utter brokeness, I pray you find peace. This song was balm in my youth and still is. 🤘🏿 ❤
My mom, and I used to ride dirt roads listening to this album. I do believe it was break the cycle. She's long gone now, and I'm here alone, truly feeling the lyrics.
I feel u 😢
Wow, you painted a picture that made me cry. Missing those who are gone and relying on the memories. ❤️
I know your pain Adan, personally. LOVE
Your never truly alone. Remember that.
Much Love 💜💜 Sonya Louisiana. I know the feeling I listened to it today for the first time in a while, use too listen to it with my Kid's too, and I still Love it just as much as I did then. I wish you well 💜💜
Be kind to your soul, and forgive your past. You don’t live there anymore, and you aren’t defined by others’ perceptions.
Love it, the Analogy
Thank you for the reminder 💜 needed to read that
2 years clean and needed to see that today
@@blakep228 congratulations 💜
Amen preach on it!
I remember listening to this while going on long walks with my mother during the fall. We would walk around the park then she would have a cup of coffee and I would eat my favorite donut at our favorite coffee spot.
We did that for so many years.
My mother passed away last week, 2 months after I had my first son.
I miss her so much, the pain and loneliness seems so deep and constant.
I know one day when my son is older I’ll show him this song while we walk around the same park then eat at the donut shop. I’ll have my coffee while my son picks out his favorite donut. For some crazy reason I picture myself walking out of the coffee shop, turning around and seeing my mother sitting by our old spot by the window. Smiling at us. Rest in peace Ammi, we love and miss you ❤
You will see her. She'll be with you ❤
Dang this Got me in my feels! Beatiful moments you had with your mom! RIP
Him loves Her. Gotta have a Queen 👑 to be a King
Seasons Greetings Lily May - I completely empathze w you. My Mom passed in 1982 at 33 from leukemia when I was just 10 y/o & unfortunately we never had the chance to form memories like that. My son was born in 1996, the 1st great-grandchild in our family. I think of all BOTH of us have missed by her early demise. Keep the spirits alive, particularly at this time of year, with lively memories like that! Both are in eternal bliss smiling down on their loved ones, waiting PATIENTLY until the day they are reunited with their loving families. Happy Holidays Lily & son & God Bless!
I am so sorry I hope you are doing a little better my dad passed away 8 days ago and I feel so empty on the inside I keep listening to this song thinking of him ❤ he was the best dad ill forever have a hole in my heart.
I've been clean from fentanyl for 22 days. Im over here listening to this music 🎵🎶
I am proud of you. I hope you live a long a fulfilling life. Stay strong
Rooting for you
Super proud of you. I'm rooting for you.
@@Carol-ym9bq thank you so much. God is good. I hope you and your family are blessed.
He'll relaps
as i grow older i now understand why my mom was blasting this shit in the car and at home with no regard of our opinion. miss u mom.. and everyone else.
Your mum was cool
@@michaelpaisley922 Undoubtedly, her mother was way cool, but they enjoyed her Lady like manners more.
Rip Mom
🧡💯😖
Stay strong king. We move through life without thinking about ourselves sometimes. Just once think about yourself and how you feel. Be strong.
October 26th will be 25 years clean.this song still brings me to tears for all of my friends that didn't make it through.
It's hard not to have survivor's guilt, but don't let this discredit the tremendous effort and achievement of facing and overcoming your demons, sir. I commend you.
Congrats brother. A whole group of us will celebrate 34 soon; mine is, god and me willing, December 8th. This song still sends chills, and immediately gets me thinking about the years I spent wondering "How did I get here?"
3/5/00 ✊🤙
Hey congratulations (It's the 26th today where I'm from)
I to lost friends to addiction....😢 But unlike you, I have no time clean. I'm constantly high....
This one's for all those who aren't here to enjoy today with me. Rest in peace to all the friends I grew up with and lost to addiction and mental health and for those still fighting to make it to another tomorrow
There will never be an era with music like this again!
sadly no it won't. I'm thankful to have experienced it 💯
Best Era ever. Music,clothing and togetherness. We were too busy hanging out with the people of our community listening to music that poured from the heart. Helping our neighbors with their struggles. Now we're watching the propaganda machines divide us while planting seeds of hate in our life. Let's bring back the 90s and rage against the machine once more.
2000s still had it too this song came out in 2001 ironic year too
Right! I started out listening to a Nickelback song and ended up listening to creed, everessence, 3 doors down, etc for the past hour! Kick ass music back then!!!!!
So very true. All the best artists. Singers, Chester Bennington, Chris Cornell, Kurt Kobane are so very much missed in this world with their Amazing voices.
Thank you for this song. I'm 13 and a half years clean from Cocaine, and 3 and a half years clean from Meth. I'm almost 57 and finally loving life. I hope this comment gives hope to someone with a family member or friend who is struggling with addiction.
Aline.... I'd love to hear your story.... I just overdosed a few days ago. I honestly was trying to kill myself. If you could email that would be awesome. I have been using cocaine for 5 years.... I know everyone's journey to recovery is different..... but I... I'm lost.
@@verywoke3232 nah been there done that you still have not figure out that you have to stop being a bitch a just do it break your habits thats the way to start just smack yourself do something to change your everyday habits just dont fall into your everyday habits....thats the first
Congratulations!
@@davefekete7187 that's a good motto
@@verywoke3232 hope you figure it out man
One of my favorite things about this song are the comments from everyone on the personal demons they overcame. Keep fighting the good fight. Anything worthwhile doesn't come easy. God bless you.
God bless u too bud
Agreed
@@benriley2697 www ww2w2e
Great comment! I’d agree with you on all points. All the best 👊
💭Word 💯
Again one seriously solid song that didn’t require a bridge. That bridge is a collapse that undoes me everytime. This song rocks and is one of my favorites
I pray everyone pulls through the physical and mental battles we don't speak about 😥
Well said. The mental part is the hardest part. Most things creep in on you because you're lonely and drugs and alcohol become your only friend
Amen To That
😢
There’s more mental health problems that no one talks about & it’s sad because a lot of people are going through them right now! I lost my boyfriend of 7 years a while ago but I still think about him & miss him & always will! ❤❤
Thank you for the kind words
When this song came out my marriage was falling apart. I would listen to this song and cry...now I listen to it as the only surviving parent as my kids father passed three years ago and I think about how far I’ve come and how much stronger I’ve become emotionally. It’s crazy how a song reminds you of everything you go through. This is still on my playlist and in heavy rotation.
A song can literally bring you back to a particular day from so long ago. Glad to hear you have healed...music is so amazing in that process!
Me too!!!!!
Except luckily my ex-husband got clean and is raising my son’s little half-brother on his own after his enabler committed sucide....her death woke him up
Be strong 💪
good bless you, stay strong
Gross you are old.
This song got me through getting clean off of cocaine/crack. It was between me and God and this song!
July 9th 2006.
14 years clean!
Thank you for this song!!!!❤️
9 yearsbro
Me too x
I love you. Keep on fighting. 🥺❤️
@@lordwhip4323 thank you.
That's appreciated.
I don't consider it a fight. Since I got clean, I've not once been tempted. I don't consider myself an addict. A recovered one I suppose, but not "recovering".
If that makes any sense?
But nonetheless, thank you!
Keep your faith in God love everything will be alright
I can breath easy,now that I've been sober for over 3 months ,one day at a time for me,i love myself
And its been awhile!
RIP Jon Wysocki (January 17, 1971 - May 18, 2024), aged 53
You will be remembered as a legend.
I didn't know... Damn... RIP Jon
RIP Jon Wysocki 😢
20th
Boehm good
What
I have been clean from heroin for a year, this song means a lot to me, anyone who is struggling with sobriety please know that there is hope.
There is always hope.
Digging my way out of a black hole of depression I knew there was a future for me.
And there is one for you as well.
I got clean from heroin for 8 years. My beautiful gran passed away with dementia 9 months ago. Seeing my mother grieving so badly for her mum and losing my gran was almost too much to take. I needed to feel numb. Just one bag won’t hurt, of course one bag turned into another, and now here I am 9 months later, sold all my possessions, sneaking, being shady, using three, four, five, six bags a day if I can find the cash. My life is a mess, I really can’t see a way out. I’m trapped again and I’m terrified of quitting I lock myself in the bathroom and use and then cry straight after and listen to tunes like these as I sit for a few minutes contemplating what the hell it is I’m doing to myself again and how I got here again after the first time. It almost gave my dad a heart attack years ago because of the turmoil it caused. There’s no way he can know I’m back in that place. I either need to get myself clean and quickly before I spend any more, I must have gone through £7000 in 9 months, or I just need to disappear. I’m at my wits end. I have no idea which way to turn. It’s gonna kill me one way or another.
you go girl!!
@@daltonmann4916 Thank You!!! :) :)
@@HansJanus I am so very sorry. I lost my 4 1/2 year old from Leighs Disease, it's a degenerative disease that slowly killed him back on March 27th 2002, he was my whole world. He had a G-tube surgically placed in his stomach to get nutrients plus he had a tracheotomy & was on a ventilator, after that my ex beat me up really bad so I left to go to a battered womens shelter , after 5 days my father in law got back from a cruise & came and got me out of the shelter to go back home and try to work it out (because he would usually beat me up at least once a week & was used to the situation). When we got to the house I found him dead with his face ate of by our 8 dogs (because he had locked them in our bedroom right after I left). He had died from a massive heart attack. The dogs just wanted to be let out to use the restroom and were starving to death & were only trying to wake him. I was using to numb my pain, I was and still am destroyed. It has been so hard lately because I suffer from a lot of medical conditions that cause me to have unbearable pain but I can't ever touch another opiate or I will be in the same situation. I have so much guilt and somedays are (especially lately) I just wish I could be numb even if for just an hour. I could go on with everything that's happened in my life nut I would be typing for at least a few hours. I know you don't know me but If you ever need someone to talk to please message me, I think we could help each other.
God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can and the wisdom to know the difference ..... Just for today
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My favorite prayer
@@mikeblick6193 That prayer guided me threw my darkest time. 🙏🏼 Never looked back
ALWAYS🦁AMEN
Keep coming back, it works of you work it...
My dad died 5 years ago.... He wanted me and bros and sisters to listen to this song my cousin said before he died ....... This song says what he couldn't tell us my cousin said ... ., I miss him Soo much....
Almost 7 years clean, only by his grace. When this song came out, it was a totally different high than how I feel it now. Life is much better.
I couldn’t agree with you more! Congrats to you. Same here. Life is amazing. Keep pushing. 😉
@@deliahardy1003 too
@Amanda Voss, I'm very proud of you and the courageous step you took in taking back control of your life. I totally agree my friend...life has a whole new meaning and we feel a truly real purpose each day we are blessed with opening our eye's and living it the way it's meant to be lived.
Awesome. I'm sober 16 years. Good job
Keep going girl 👍👍💜💜💜
Musicians are such a gift to this world. Definitely 1 of the best songs ever written. "I cannot blame this on my father, he did the best he could for me", those lyrics gave me chills. The honest self reflection in this song is beautiful. We are all flawed human beings.
CurvyAries music back then was great either way unlike now
I know what you mean. This song hits home on so many levels/ And that's what makes an artist special. And by the way, thank you. Not too many people tell us that anymore. Here's a line from one of my songs. It's called Yesterdays Gone. There at people in your life who'll touch your heart. And people in your life who'll touch your soul. But you're that one who's taken me over that horizon, and left me here with no way home. Cause Yesterdays Gone! It was inspired by an argument my wife and I had. I asked her why do we fight so much anymore, we never use to. And she just said yesterday's gone! Wow didn't record it yet but have played it live several times. It even made some people cry! I don't want to make people cry with my music. But it blew me away when it happened. Didn't know that I'd touched so many hearts.
Agree Totally!!!
CurvyAries well said🤗
CurvyAries 👍👍👍👍👍
Classics never die. For all the men dealing with shit in 2024. Stay strong
Suck it girls. Be weak!
Also Any Women That Has Listened To Aaron For Years
Anyone dealing with shit ❤
Amen
Yea me too
Tuned in this is a good song! 🔥🔥🔥
I first heard it recently on my Pandora and I was like what is THIS? 😮 🔥
This song reminds me of the good times: 18 years old, high school, no social media...damn l miss those days!
It’s been awhile!!!
Real....its so easy to give up.....but when you let go ...u realize that the effort you put in is so residual. ...
Wish highschool was still like that for kids now a days. Growing up with no social media was a goddamn blessing....
just cuz there's social media... doesn't mean you have to participate.
Boomer
I’m finally able to say I’m sober and staying that way after almost 5 1/2 years of daily use. This song came on in my earphones at work today and it brought me a lot of joy because I used to listen to this song sometimes while I was high, wishing I knew what it felt like to be sober and to be able to look back at the past and say that my addictions are behind me instead of living with them. When this song came on today is when it really sunk in; that I don’t have to wish for it anymore, I’m there :) Thats what made me happy
Hell yeah That’s AWSOME!! Congrats on your sobriety! Keep on Keepin on! (It’s going on 16 yrs for me this August
Jesus dude. That hit me HARD. Well done, I’m in the same boat. Heroin all thru high school, chasing pain pills and bags every day. Been sober 15 years, and now I’m a drug and alcohol councilor. Trying to help other people who are fucked up like I was, helping them to see there’s an alternative out there. I feel the same way you do.
@@tpasta5353 thank you and congrats on your sobriety as well :)
@@generationgapgaming5793 don’t forget you’re doing a great service to those people and I’m happy to hear you’ve been sober for that long after going through the path you were going down. There’s always a brighter side to things, just gotta find it/pave the way through action(s). I’m happy for you :)
Thank you for sharing. I'm currently her for my daughter battling alcohol addiction, she's not doing well right now. Your comment helped me right now.
Scars remind us where we’ve been, they don’t have to dictate where we are going.
Love this
very profound
Nice Criminal Minds reference. shout out to David Rossi!
Beautiful.
thanks brother wise words
Just enjoying the sounds of real feelings
Story of my life as an addict. 21 years sober, and I still have to listen. Always remember where you came from, and how you succeeded!
Wonderfully said. Your comment legitimately brought tears to my eyes.
Congrats and yes great message!
Forgive me for laughing, but hey, your sobriety can buy a beer now.
Yes, I agree. Not all memories are rosy, nice and cheery, but It is good to be able to look back at how far you have come, how far you have progressed. And yes, succeeded as you put it, be well Shelli 😀
Praying for you brother
My depression is eating me. But the music helps. It makes me feel less alone. More whole.
Same
Just got off
th-cam.com/play/PLhX8cfFJyLwGWpiocZt1b39Wu-UhxYC1I.html
A playlist .. I called it ... Medicine.
What you say....
I completely understand what you are saying. Sometimes the music is the only friend you have ...
When we’re happy we enjoy the song...when we’re sad we understand the song...
Jason, wiser words have never been spoken.
that is FACTS
So true
Very true
that's 100 brother hope you are well my friend
I cannot blame this on my father . He did the best he could for me.
This one hits hard man, just sitting here on the porch 2am, smoking a cigarette and thinking about life, I feel the void
Same kinda situation i am going through..may our souls get some strength after getting the closure.
The world is effed, dont let it get to you too much. Still so many good folks around.
A time in your life doesn't define you you do
I'm with you, dude.
Yohhhhhhh! Whoooooooahhh! Liiike, um, whooo-uh. (Start clenching buttocks in no rhythm along with weird heavy out breathing similar to lamaze but no rhythm so not actually lamaze but that was best way to describe sounds)..... DAMN! I forgot what my point was to be expressed bc I worked so hard on describing what was going on. I have a brain injury that fucks with my short term memory. It’s very frustrating at times! Like now. I’m gonna leave this comment up for a bit. Watch/ listen to video again to see if the thought and hopefully the same feeling will occur. If so, I’ll return to this to edit it with my thoughts/ feelings. If not, then I’ll delete it.
Now - Sund, 16-May-2021 depending on your time zone, it’s 1:30(ish) to 4:30pm. If in the states.
Lyrics:
And it's been awhile
Since I could hold my head up high
And it's been awhile
Since I first saw you
And it's been awhile
Since I could stand on my own two feet again
And it's been awhile
Since I could call you
And everything I can't remember
As fucked up as it all may seem
The consequences that are rendered
I've stretched myself beyond my means
And it's been awhile
Since I can say that I wasn't addicted
And it's been awhile
Since I can say I love myself as well and
And it's been awhile
Since I've gone and fucked things up just like I always do
And it's been awhile
But all that shit seems to disappear when I'm with you
And everything I can't remember
As fucked up as it all may seem
The consequences that I've rendered
I've gone and things up again, again
Why must I feel this way?
Just make this go away
Just one more peaceful day
And it's been awhile
Since I could look at myself straight
And it's been awhile
Since I said I'm sorry
And it's been awhile
Since I've seen the way the candles light your face
And it's been awhile
But I can still remember just the way you taste
And everything I can't remember
As fucked up as it all may seem to be, and I know it's me
I cannot blame this on my father
He did the best he could for me
And it's been awhile
Since I could hold my head up high
And it's been awhile
Since I said I'm sorry
...I'm sorry. Close.
Beautiful!
Thank you for writing down the words
It’ll all be good. Hang in there
Still listening to this, been clean off crack since 2013. My first son was born, changed everything. I moved cities, continued to train in mix martial arts, (my passion before i became an addict at 15) now im currently working on getting my first Pro Fight and i have 2 beautiful boys and an amazing wife whos stuck by my side through everything, this song is a reminder of how close i came to losing everything. You are never down and out, no matter how bad you have it. Please, never give up.
Marcus Palafox i
Marcus Palafox congrats! I reached 7 years from that shit last November.
Thank you for the motivation brother
been there marcus. keep ya head up, man
Your some dumb fuck with no life
2 days Sober... you Rock! Hang in there, you've got this! 0:49
@@Aaronlewis-id
Aaronlewis-id have a great day
You got this brother/sister 👍
Keep pushing brother/sister 💪🏻
Recovery gang sending love ❤️
I have 3 yrs as of Halloween you are so loved and I hope you have made it to a week!!!! Good job!!
My husband, army officer CPT. T. Crider, loved this song so much before he committed suicide. Now when I hear this it makes me feel like I can still feel his presence.
So sorry to read of your loss, hes still always with you i believe
Thank you. Your reply made me cry happish tears.😢😪😪😥
I’m very sorry for loss.
May the creator bless you and through your journey in life let it be one without loss but with something learned not only by you but those around you that life is precious and a gift.
My grandfather got shot down in his uh 60 black hawk he was a cw3 and I am going to follow in his footsteps im sorry for your loss and I thank you for your contribution to keep a service member going as long as he could I thank him and you for your service
Used to listen to this song withdrawaling from drugs praying to feel better will always be one of my favorites helped me through alot almost 2 years no opiates hope everyone reading this is winning
Bless U man.
You too hope your living life well
Head high ...u got this!!
1 of the best n world.
Wow man u don't know how many times I have been withdrawing n listen to this just like u
My daughter is currently struggling with alcohol addiction... I've always liked this song... Tonight it's brought me to tears but I standing strong for her. Thank you Staind
I wish her all the best
@@AftermathYT thank you... She's cut off communication because she's actively back into her addiction.
Sorry to hear that Julie. Here's hoping she gets better and gets the help she needs. I know it can't be easy for you to see it occur, watch it happen. My addiction, I wouldn't listen to anyone. I knew it all. But, I hit rock bottom, sleeping in my car, etc, and finally got help. It wasn't easy, but I finally made a good future for myself. Never to go back again. I hope you two haven't burned too many bridges, like I did. Stay strong for yourself first, but also for her future. My people, my friends/family, they abandoned me. But I made it on my own, with professional help, and eventually remade my relationships where and when I could. Some, I never got back, but, that's my fault, live and learn they say. Anyway, stay strong, I will say a prayer for you, and for her as well. Bless you
Praying that Jesus removes the bondage and chains of addiction that's holding your daughter.
Yorumunu görünce ağladım, sen çok güçlü bir annesin, dua etmeyi unutma her şey yoluna girecek
11 months clean was a meth addict...Now I work and very greatful the Lord has kept me till this far...music truly speaks volumes
RIP Jon Wysocki 🙏🏻😢 What an amazing drummer and person
His cymbal work was so amazing.
💯🤙🔥
Flying and rocking the drums up high! 🙏🤙Rest Easy my man!
Knowing he’s not with us anymore makes the drums seem more beautiful we all have a piece of him listening to this ❤
How did he pass ?
This song still rocks in 2022 :)
Yes It will be till rock song exist.....
yes
Yes and it will forever
This song will never get old
You're right Dude!
Its been just over 2 years since I lost the woman I loved. She was the greatest woam i ever met and had such strength. I'd give anything to just have 5 more minutes to hold her and see her smile. Seeing her smile when i got off work and saw her was the best part of my day. She died way too young. Im 43 and was 41 when she died. She was 31. She was so amazing and ill never feel like i deserved her love. It was the greatest gift god ever gave me.
Stay strong. She would want you to carry-on and to be happy. The valley is ending for you. Keep your head up and listen.
Im so sorry, thoughts and prayers
Thanks for sharing the story of the beautiful, love of your life. I can tell you love her very much!
U got this
Hang in there man. She’s watching over you and you’ll see her again!
It's been awhile still merry Christmas 🎄🎁 and a happy new year much love 💝
I comment just about every time I listen to it...this is October 8th & I've been clean since June 23rd. After 16&1/2 years of opiates addictions, 3 weeks of withdrawal...the mental addictions r still calling. I know it's not gonna be forever before I fall...please pray for me!! For all those who have beaten roxy, oxy, oxymorphone addictions...send prayers.
Charles Loveday hang in there bro I have been clean from heroin for over a yr now the needle still wants me but everyday we're free
Charles Loveday please don't
Charles Loveday don’t know you bro. But stay strong. It sucks when you allow your head to get you. Don’t do it
I know all too well...
Charles Loveday I hope you can stay clean I an 14 and I have done drugs since I was 8 smoke and other thins and I finally got of all that shit for 4 moths
Shout out to the people in the comments who are clean. I do not know you, but I am very proud of you and please keep up the great work. None of it is worth your family, friends and most importantly your life.
Jessica Vazquez well said !
Jessica Vazquez no n
Jessica Vazquez we need more people like u
Jessica Vazquez. Thanks sweetheart 21 days clean & sober again( it takes what it takes , never to late!!!
Grant P L thanks
Songs like this just age like fine wine, the video the sound the lyrics it’s a masterpiece
EXACCTALY
You sir have mrrah.Its not your fault
Love this great song. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Yup whenever I hear it and others like LIVE brings me back to middle school high school era n college n those ladies that almost made the cut
Every one stay strong 2024-2030💪💪💪💪💪
When the song starts with a cigarette you know shits gonna get deep...can we go back to this time for the love of god?
Ikr
Yea
ytes i wish...... the proplem is when songs now Dont start with cigaretes and then they suck and are "pop" 'crap '
@@skunkpaste haha lol 👍😆
Yes. We are building time machines lol
Kicked the cocaine addiction off in 2015, and left alcohol for good 1 year ago.......Even in these Covid-19 times.....Life feels pretty good......
Wish I could say the same, I'm a heroin and Xanax addict
@@aaronwrecks3324 What area you in? If you're in PA/NY/Ohio i know a great rehab that can pick you up.
@@aaronwilliams390 Texas I won't do rehab I have a job
@@aaronwrecks3324 even the more reason to go to rehab and get clean bro, save that $$ for material shit. I'm sure your boss would understand and probably appreciate what you're trying to do 👌 all the best bruv, look after yourself.. love from the land down under 🇦🇺🇦🇺
Three months off the shit been hard crave that shit everyday ppl don't understand that feeling unless they been in that whole!!
One of my favorite songs
This used to be my go to song when I used to pop xanax & drink everyday, was selling weed & coke, then got into snorting meth, though I was in my prime till I overdosed one day, & realized I was in my darkest days. Been 9 months sober now going on 10, & for anybody lost in drugs, remember that’s not the way & there’s still hope, may God bless everybody out there struggling with any sort of addiction 🙏🏼
Fuckin good on ya, clocking 4 years off of ket, stay strong lad
@@middleclassbogan9741 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
🙏😎
I don't know you but know I'm proud of you! Stay clean and enjoy life my friend!
Hey Big Dog, good man. Hope you're still doing good!
108 days clean sobor. Letting god choose the right path for me today.
Keep it up mam
Hang in there bro, you got this!
May the MOST HIGH GUIDE YOU 🙏🏼
Keep it up u got it
Keep up the good work 💪👍 always remember that we all struggle in one way or another, but we are still here.🙏God Bless you 🙏
keep it up❤️
Holy shit this hits different when you’re older!
Yessssss
Yessss. Thats how i felt 😥
Facts my guy
Read your commit in a Samuel Jackson. Voice
Dead ass
and it’s been a while since i could stand on my own two feet again. thank you ❤
Reminds me of my mom who battled drug addiction and sexual abuse. I know now why she loved this song. The lyrics hit harder the older you get. RIP mom.
So sorry your memories are that of your Mom though.
virtual hug for you
Trauma always makes the memory unforgettable, sad but true.
Real G's always listen.
We don't give a fuck what year it is.
Already 2021 and still listening to it
Real shit
Realtalk. Born & bred under these northwest raindrops. Emerald city finecut diamonds r4ever kno that. & I f#*k with that Chris stapleton & simple man but by shinedown
True
That’s true
RIP Jon Wysocki, you were an amazing drummer
agreed
I just found out today. So now I’m having an all Staind music day in memory of Jon. God bless you Jon Wysocki!
@@brysoneshleman239isn’t it crazy how many bangers they have?! 🤘
One of my favorite drummers. His priority was crafting great songs. I was always hoping he would rejoin the band.
Rip Jon one of the best drummers of our time now ur rocking w the best of the best man
This song is haunting me, but in a comforting way
Its good to hear these songs from my younger days. Makes me appreciate getting clean getting married and straightening up my life to be there for my kids.
Kids are the very best. Treat them well and they'll always be yours Good luck💕
More power to you
One of the Smartest comment IVE heard
Hold your head up high bro
You can do this bro, keep your head held high we all made mistakes when we were younger!
My brother died last night 8 12 20
N he sent me this song to me a few days ago.
I love you little brother. Your my closest friend,,i will always keep your memory alive! I know you wanted to be treated like, a son, and he did make sure you never went without. Hes heartbroken (dad),robby daddy will always remember this. I wish you could have stayed , and i wish you peace and the greatest love of all Gods love,, and i hope you are dancing with our mom, my brother i love you. Amd you loved me! PLEASE watch over me n your nephew,,and our father!!
PLEASE come to me in my dreams.
I love you Reo jr. ROBBY O JR. FROM Baltimore. Love always your sister kara o.
I’m so sorry for your loss.
sorry for ur loss 😔
God bless you.
Your words are going straight to the heart. It will take time to go trough the worst, but you will make it. I wish you a lot of power. He will not just come in your dreams to you. He´ll always be with you.
This song always reminds me of my son, gone these 7 yrs this November. I wish you all the peace that one broken heart can share with another.
2 years clean from heroin next month! I went from not caring if I wake up to being thankful I wake up each day. So proud of all of you that are going thru recovery with me! Y'all inspire me to keep pushing!
#dailystruggleisreal!!!3mos now..
Dats good. Ur better than the drug. Always remember dat.
Come darling u can do it. God always with U
Wow 2 months lmao you still and meth head bitch come back in 5 years and let me know
heroin is awesome though, not as good as alcohol but still good
today was my day . I randomly remeberd this song from my teen years and i had to look it up on youtube and listen to this. It sucks you back into your own memories. Its a great song its got that magic ability within.
Who thinks this song still rocks in 2020.
meeh i do
Hell yeah
Definitely
New England Car Spotting me
Oh fuck Yes
2021 & this jam still is 🔥 touches my soul
🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘
Word
@ Rita b... loved this tune then & and still do.
Then it's been awhile.
Ok?
Yeah and I've listened to it since it came out and I was a kid..... I feel you bro.
*I cannot blame this on my father,... he did the best he could for me. R.I.P. dad*
Meee toooo 😭😭😭😭😞😞😞😞
I'm sorry for your loss
@@ir6aish I really appreciate it.
@@VWilkins87 I'm sorry for your loss
RIP also to my Dad…now everything started to sink on me…🙃
Still reminds me of you. Five years now and wish you could have beat the addiction. Miss you everyday.
I listened to this song in my teenage and college years and just liked the sound. I'm 33 now, and my brother is an addict. I never realized until tonight when this song came to mind and I pulled it up to listen that it's about addiction. Reading the comments and listening to the song after so many years has me dripping tears. Thank you Staind and everyone who's commented about how this song has helped them.
oooof , I am 29
Im really sorry you are effected by the behaviors of an addict…..I am an addict myself and when I read posts like yours it hits me extra hard because I think, I wonder if someone is typing this about me. Im so sorry….
@@ocjok3r 🤗 Thank you, and I'm sorry for what you're going through, too. Do you have anyone to talk to who is helping?
I'm currently 30 days sober from a ten year 8mg Subutex addiction, I was put on it to "help" my mild tramadol usage after being injured and coming home from Afghanistan... I've tried hundreds of times to get off this stuff, and the withdrawals are almost never ending, even now thirty days out I'm still feeling them. Addicts out there, please don't let this become you, there are definitely alternatives to Subutex or Suboxone. Gabapentin and clonidine will take away 90% of your withdrawal symptoms, they're non narcotics and if you're on a short acting opioid it can get you through the hard part. Good luck, and find your source of strength..
@@ocjok3r If you're addicted to an opiate, then get yourself some gabapentin and clonidine, both are non narcotics, and you can easily get them from most doctors.. You'll just need 4--7 days worth, these medications will take away 90% of the withdrawals, enough for you to pass the storm and then seek out the reason you're using..
During my deployment my fiancee left me...it broke me for months. I would sit in my bunk looking at pictures, letters...I would play this song on repeat wringing my head and wondering whether or not each day that passed would be the day I ended everything. I had no family to support me, my friends were gone, and then she was gone and I was alone...I'd scream the last verse nearly every time it came. I remember later singing this song at karaoke after I got back and that last verse came back and I had a breakdown on stage crying my eyes out and feeling like I was being torn apart...Funny how years later now if this comes on I kind of just stop what I'm doing and have to sit down and listen. And think about her.
+norbert slusher Thank you for your service sir!!
Thank you for the kind words but please keep the thank you's for the soldiers till out there. I thank the stars I'm a civilian again and I'm proud of my brothers and sisters still out there working to keep people safe :)
+norbert slusher speaking strictly as an air force brat I am so sorry
Are you with someone better now
Your bloody right lad done it similar myself mate... weird as man
Been 21 months clean after 12 years of craziness addiction to pills and before that I was on meth for 4 years. Switched to pills got stuck then finally a friend showed me a light at the end of the tunnel. Which was rehab NA and a ton of counseling. With love and support of my husband and kids and grandkids I plan to stay clean!
OMG Mary!!.............. YOU SO HAVE THIS IN YOUR POCKET! You have a reason to stay clean........ HUSBAND AND BABIES! You so frickin have this darlin.. I HAVE FAITH IN YOU AND I BELIEVE IN YOU! You are so blessed.... BIG HUGS.....
I'm so happy for u keeps it up don't let anyone or anything bring you down or anything that's the crap things that made me go back was my love life but I'm free from drugs and that fake love lol buy yes I love u homie keep jt up I'll be praying for u
Congrats! Life is beautiful when you make it beautiful in your own way, stay strong 💖
You're AWESOME keep it up
You will stay clean. Remain busy and focused. ❤️