For all people that fear the fandom has died out or mlp will end, NOTHING IS ENDING, we're still here and g5 is around the corner. WE ARE IN THIS TOGETHER
We're in this together! Seriously, though, this fandom has enriched my life in so many ways, helped me conquer some of my greatest challenges, helped me make some of the best friends I've ever found, and given me an opportunity to make peoples lives better. The songs I've made and the friends I've gained will endure~
Ever since you sang "Great to be different" I was proud to call myself a brony, throughout the bullying and torment of high school. I had friends then who were bronies. Not anymore, they seemed to slip away and I had such fears that the brony fandom would slip away. But seeing all of you artists so zealous has given me a second wind. Throughout thick and thin, I'm sticking with the herd.
We're all in this together. Every brony. Every pegasister. All of us united as one with the community as our home. We we're brought together by this show and held together by friendship. The magic of friendship surpassed into our realm as well and holds this community together stronger than any other force. Nothing will tear us down! "We are in this together!"
So many good memories come back listening to this song... It makes me remember the MLP marathon I did with the band and our keyboarder‘s cousin, the good times with Random Acts of Chaos and the School Theater (Jason, you will be missed) and the many GalaCons I got to experience and work. And one thing is for certain; I’ll die as a part of the herd.
8 years....... I was 11 and now I’m 19. Age 12, waking up every morning before I’d go to school just to play “A friend in deed” so I could hear the smile song and tackle the day with a brighter mindset than I otherwise would. People will always have a lot to say about the mlp craze in its time but maybe, likely, I wouldn’t have made it to 19 without this show. I appreciate the people who have stuck around for so long to create the positive aspects of this community and the show that I’ll undoubtedly carry with me for the rest of my life, as it was such a large part of what grew me into the person I am today during my most impressionable time. In ways I wouldn’t change for anything. A show and community that sooo significantly inspired me to sing, draw, create, be kind, and just try to be myself in ways that nothing else could. I want to actually cover some pony songs one day! I’ve waited 7 years too long! Sometimes I wish I could go back and experience the same excitement I did when 11/12 year old me did when I experienced what would change my life for the first time. Seeing fluttershy for the first time and being so in awe with how pretty the characters were, oobviously rainbow dash was the best because she was rainbow duuuuhhh! But I’d soon find out that the message was even more beautiful and the characters were so inspiring to me. (And that pinkie was actually my favorite shhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh) Aaaaah, how to maintain the mindset of an excited 12 year old girl experiencing what would make her happiest in this life time, especially when it comes to the new things that make her happy. It’s getting difficult to keep up :’) So, of course, thank you for this song. And thank you for the reminder, that there is absolutely nothing I’d trade my time with this show for.
Every time I hear this song live, it gives me both chills down my back, and brings tears in my eyes. An absolute fandom classic, thank you for keeping it alive with your music! ❤
Just started watching MLP and getting a teenie tiny bit into the fandom, I'm a complete newcomer with basically no clue on the lyrics or the fandom but this song still made me tear up. Amazing song even if I am 3 years late.
I have only been in this fandom for nearly a year, and felt that I have been late to the fandom. It feels strange to be a part of this fandom so long after it went big, but the truth is that we are not late. As Gandalf said, “A wizard is never late, nor is he early, he arrives precisely when he means to.” We feel as if we joined late, but we joined at the time that we were meant to join, don't let yourself or others tell you otherwise.
I joined in 2011. It's changed a lot since those days and the honesty and loyalty have gone through a lot of trials. There's a lot who left the random for one reason or another, but those who are still here are great friends to have. I'll die with the herd.
the thing that I love about this song, isn't just that it says that the fandom won't die with the show, but that it also makes you remember all the great times you had with your friends that you don't talk to anymore.
We've all heard the talk surrounding the debate of whether or not the fandom is dying. I don't know if it will ever die off completely, but it is definitely getting smaller, and some of our best years may well be behind us. As many of you know, during the closing ceremonies at Bronycon this year, they announced that next year will be the last Bronycon. I know that there are other pony conventions, and that there is far more to the fandom than just the conventions, so while that may be an unfortunate game CHANGER, it isn't, in and of itself, a game ENDER. However, for me, I feel like the convention ending isn't the problem, but is instead a symptom of the greater underlying issue, that of course being the "fading out" of the fandom. This song pretty much sums up my thoughts as I watched the Baltimore Convention Center fade off into the distance during my cab ride back to the airport a few short months ago. There are too many parallels here with the struggles of life, such as the loss of one's youth as we move into the gray monotony of the "real world", or the inevitable death of a loved one with a terminal illness. I find it difficult, when speaking to non-Brony friends and family, to put into words the depth and complexity of this feeling of approaching emptiness. Perhaps we as Bronies were foolish to put so much emphasis, so much meaning and self-worth and understanding onto a show. Then again, maybe we are to be applauded for having the courage to allow ourselves to be vulnerable in the very same way. As we go through life, family, friends, lovers, jobs, fads, relationships and experiences of every kind, all come and go, and I think that's what makes them all the more powerful. After all, how much less value would life have if not for death? As we go about life, clinging to the memories we hold so dearly, we have to keep in mind the finite nature of all things, and strive that much more to actively cherish every moment, taking nothing for granted. We know all too well that this is/was so much more than a show, it is a family, and as such, we have to be able to come to terms with the reality that one by one, parts of a family will fade away. BUT, like a family, the love and memories we share of that which has come to pass will remain with us until our dying breath. So as we each move on with our respective lives, we take a piece of that family with us, and share it, in one form or another, with those around us. The show will move on, and maybe, one day, end. Likewise, the conventions will end, the art, music, video content, fanfics, etc. will fade out, and the community will slow to an effective halt, but all is not lost, as we will always have that which has already been created and shared. Through it all, the memories will remain, and we will be better, stronger, happier people because of them. In the end, while the content may cease, the memories, feelings, and devotion that we have for this family will live on forever, and it is for these reasons that I can say with confidence that I am a proud Brony for life. Don't allow these feelings of emptiness to consume you. Rather, use them to appreciate all that you have, and all that has come to pass. Like the concepts behind guardian angels, or the ghosts of our ancestors, allow the memories of these characters that you've come to know as family to guide you through life, to help carry and comfort you in times of strife, and to find the joy in all things. Use them to lift you up, and drive you forward towards the best you that you can be. Lastly, do what you can to remain optimistic and confident, because as they say, when one door closes, another one opens, and gen 5 is just around the corner. If it's awesome, then yay, high fives and hugs all around. If it isn't, then that's ok, because I know the Brony community can take that lump of clay and mold it into a beautiful masterpiece, just like it did with gen 4. After all, it's like I said, a show is just a show. It takes a community to make it something more, something unique, and something truly special. Thank you all for everything you've done for our little community. I expect great things of all of you moving forward. Take care of yourselves, and take care of each other. This isn't the end, it's just a new chapter, and I for one am excited to see where our next adventure takes us.
It takes something truly special to create such a large fanbase, and those that do are not easily forgotten. Star Trek, Star Wars, Lord of the Rings, Minecraft, Star Craft, World of Warcraft, Doctor Who, Marvel, and DC: All things that have become part of the "great" fandoms that are still going strong today, and i feel that it is safe to say that MLP has made it into that group. I look forward to seeing where we go from here and what adventures we have next. (Edit: add Doctor Who, Marvel, DC)
When I joined back in 2012, this fandom brought so much needed joy, passion, and friendship into my life. I fell out of it in 2015, but I never stopped glancing back to it every now and then. After coming back last month, I remembered how great it was to be part of this fandom, and I'm never letting ago again.
Even though I haven't been in this fandom for a long time, I've heard the stories, I've seen the signs, this fandom means so much to so many, and has given gifts that changed lives, and dare I say, changed the world. This fandom is beautiful. And Kudos to you, PrinceWhatever, for making a song that drew feels out from times I didn't even experience! Keep up the amazing work
I too noticed the dropping out when I joined in 2014, and that's why I created what I created, and why I do what I do. I want to preserve the history of the entire fandom as is, as it was. So far I've been pretty successful with very few things falling though the cracks past the sands of time and into the depths of darkness. I can't thank my own friends I found along the journey of friendship enough for their help, support and embraces. It was dark times in my own life that drew me in, and I was held in by a friend that never gave up hope for me, and to this day I still talk to them. I will never stop, as pony helped me in life, maybe my efforts will help someone else in their life going through tough times. Thanks for this contribution to the fandom and community as a whole PrinceWhateverer.
I've barelly been in this fandom 1 year and 8 months, and yet, I feel like I'm part of the family as much as any other brony... That feeling means everything to me, feel like I belong here and that I'm welcome. This fandom has grown into something precious and irreplacable; A Family. I might not be that old of a fan, but looking back, it still feels like it's crazy far. My life is so different now, and all of this because of a horse cartoon show, some addicted people and a lot of love and tolerence. I thank everyone for bringing a smile to me and for being part of this adventure. Wheter you are a content creator, a reactor or an observant, thank you for keeping the ride alive. I'll Die With The Herd.
I rarely comment, but this means too much to not do so. I've been feeling this way for a while now, and it means a lot to know that there are others out there that feel the same. I'm graduating from college in a little more than year, and this show and community have been a core part of my identity for what I'd call my "coming of age" years. My world views have been fundamentally shaped by the mythos of the show and its characters. I've been wrestling with the realization that the fandom has long passed its peak, and that no matter how important something is to me, nothing is eternal. (The passing of a few family members over the past two years hasn't helped the matter.) The moment it really set in for me was directly related to the fandom. I happened upon Carbon Maestro's "You'll Play Your Part" instrumental cover. I got exited thinking that he had returned because the original song still felt new to me, Then it occurred to me: that was four fucking years ago. I want to thank you and all the other content creators, because with you, the community would probably be almost non-existent at this point. First ime doing this: Brohoof! /)
0:03 - 0:20 It’s been a ride, hasn’t it? Some have gone, others have remained, and more have joined the ride, and so we continue. We’ve done it once, and now? Now we’re going to do it again. 0:21-0:22 Will you join us?
4everfreebrony i miss when you actually made real pony music and not just regular music with pony pictures slapped onto the cover art! You actually used to care about the fandom back then! But totally understandable and okay with me if you want to not focus on ponies anymore. You have to make a living off music after all!
I rarely comment on YT, but I wanted to post here even after messaging you on Discord. I can just feel the passion and love oozing from this song. I've been part of this fandom since 2010-2011, although I've been largely "hands-off," in the sense that I only participated minimally. I didn't really go to EQD or post on many sites, I only looked at fanart that was linked to me or interested me, but this was still something SPECIAL and MAGICAL. Even early on I knew it was special, but I had no idea exactly how special it would end up being. Thanks to this show, I have a job and some of the most amazing friends ever possible. This song encapsulates the last 7-8 years of my life for me. When rumors came out of S9 being the final season and G5 rumors, I was honestly crushed and devasted for 2-3 days. Despite my "hands-off" approach to much of the fandom, it's still an important thing for me. But even when the show concludes, those who love the show and these characters will persist and keep this fandom burning bright. This show has changed my life and I intend to carry it all with me until the last of my days when I'm old and grey. I've seen the doom and gloom over the years. Lauren leaving the show; S3 being 13 episodes; Twilicorn; Equestria Girls; Starlight Glimmer; the final Bronycon; S9 being the end; G5. I've seen some shit over the years, BUT WE HAVE SURVIVED AND PERSISTED THROUGH IT ALL. This song perfectly shows that. Thank you for making this. Truly, thank you.
This song makes me cry every time. As I lay here in my bed trying to get to sleep, I hear this song and I remember the darker days. Without this fandom and your music I don’t think I would be alive. I don’t think I could have gone without it all. I don’t have many friends and I want to make more, it’s been so long since this fandom started and I wish I could have been apart of all the groups and had people who could laugh with me instead of at me. I don’t want pity I’m not trying to do that I’m just trying to show how much this whole fandom means so much to me, I will die with the herd because this is my life and it’s the most absolute best part of it. Thank you so much Prince, and everyone and everything these past 8 years. It’s been lonely but also more amazing then I could have imagined. Thank you
This song made me cry tbh... 7 years in the fandom?! Damn... I can’t get over that I’ve been here for 7 years now (December 2011). The ride that mlp and it’s fandom gave me will always remain an indelible one. I will never forget how the show and it’s fandom impacted my life. Even after years after the show is over I will continue to look back and get nostalgic. This song is phenomenal dude. I don’t know what else to say....
I have long since moved on from MLP and considering myself a Brony and unlike others it never really had much of an impact on me positive or negative cause I never made any friends in the fandom. That being said I feel like people from other fandoms could relate to this song just as much as those this song was meant for. I know for myself personally despite not being in the MLP fandom as a Brony this song was still emotional to me as another fandom have had such an impact on my life and I have made many true meaningful friends in the fandom I'm currently in and have been in for the past three years. So to that I say let the positivity every fandom can offer continue to be great and to all those haters who only point out the bad seeds in the fandom and condemn said fandom because of it you can just move along.
That was absoloutely beautiful. I cried, watching, listening to this. You've outdone yourself yet again, dear prince. A word to you all: I think we've officially passed the fandom-tag. I would go as far as to- no, I would be very proud, and prideful, to call us all a family. The herd is something beautiful. All of you are beautiful. Thank you all, for giving me the opportunity to be who I want to be. *I love you all.*
I cant believe I havnt found this sooner, I cry everytime I listen to this, I worry so much that the mlp we know and love will fall apart even now, but knowing there's youtubers like you that never plan to stop, thank you, seriously.
Yas Prince! Hype! I can't say I'm up to date with the show, but still consider myself a fan, and still follow creators like yourself and the many in your desc. All of you are great, high quality artists of all kinds. People may leave, but we're all still a big group in reality. We're in this together.
Magnificent work Prince, you're one of a kind, your passion is inspiring, and the fandom is absolutely blessed to have you be a part of it! The feels tho ;~; Brohoofs to all /)
It's a bit late after like 6 years this song exist...but it still gives me hope the fandom will never die and rise up again someday if something new comes up. Thank you for your commitment, I love all your work to the bits!
Every word in this... This is litterly the best group of people i ever had the luck to run into! I Love you, Everypony out there! Bronies forever!!! YAY!!!
omg prince this is what i belive artists call a master stroke a work so great that it echoes throughout the ages this song speaks of how this fandom dosent care what the world thinks of us cause we are in this together cause this is not a fandom its a familly we hold each other up and the show.... the show teaches us how we should live the world cant see it but we do we understand the meages and incoperate them into our lives and we live by them and thats what sets apart and why most look at us with discuss cause they simply are to stuck up to simply listen and your right this familly will go on beyond this show cause my freiends we are in this together
Holy buck knuckles. This is breaking my heart that the show is soon coming to an end. I will remember this forever, through this song, this fandom will stick together in the herd we were born to be in. Thank you for the reminder if who I really am, Prince.
wow. just, WOW!!! ive only listened to the first minute of the song, but i know this is my new favorite, it made my whole body and soul tingle just like it did on my first kiss so long ago. this is great. this fandom is the best thing that has ever happened. when i first started watching the show it was because my brothers had ironically turned it on. we had a great laugh, but for some reason i had decided to watch a little more and then i got hooked. after a year or two i discovered a whole fandom, and i also discovered who i was. all the artists in the fandom are my biggest inspiration, and that includes you Prince Whatever. thank you so much for all that you have done.
Here I am, drunk as hell on a Friday night on Christmas day in 2021 and still rocken this song like it's 2013! Let's keeps this fandom going for as long as we can folks!
The fandom may fade a bit as we reach the end of Friendship is Magic, but this particular iteration of MLP has hit the critical point that Transformers did a couple decades ago. There's a clear and present demand that will allow Hasbro to make significant amounts of money by not letting the IP fade into obscurity as it had before Friendship is Magic exploded, so like Transformers we'll see new iterations and new stories that will prevent the fandom from ever actually dying. Not every new series will be good, but there will be things to appreciate even in the ones that aren't as great, and there will be other phenomenal new series. The MLP fandom may go through expansions and contractions, but we've gotten big enough that Hasbro has a vested interest in not allowing the light to die entirely. And this is to say nothing of the incredible artists and musicians and fanfic writers that have come from FiM who will fight to keep the light from guttering. The ponies are here, and they're not going anywhere.
I know one thing... I’ll die with the herd for sure. The Brony community was the best part of my life since summer 2012 and I’m so glad to be a part of this ever-growing fandom. I still have never been to a con but that is on my bucket list for sure. Great song, man!
I totally recommend getting to a convention if you can. There's nothing else like the feeling of looking around, seeing hundreds of other people and knowing that every single one of them *understands*. I know BronyCon is ending after this year, but it's not the only con. You still have time. I hope it works out. :)
@@keeganfirecloak4695 BronyCon 2019 is the last, yep. I believe BABSCon is planning for a 2020 edition, and a few others, but I'm not in the US so I'm a little out of the loop there.
From the start I was attached to it when my little sister wanted me to watch it with her, she was happy seeing how fun the show was and how she saw it, for me I seen it in a deeper meaning as it was something the world needed, coummunitys being together, people making new friends and the amount of love was made from just this show is unbelievable and even when time went I and me and my sister grow older, she might not have the same feeling as before but still enjoys it. For me I lasted longer into the fandom, even though I stop watching the full show on season 7 it still got me to make new friends and feel welcome. Sad as the show is soon to end, I bet everyone are still in it together with many other people. Thank you Mlp:FiM you sure brought love and friendship to where we need it most.
Thanks a lot Prince! The fandom has been instrumental in my life and growth as a person. More happiness has come from it than pretty much any other source in my life. I'm excited for the next gen but I fear nothing will ever replace what we have built over the last 8 years.
My sister has left the fandom. I feel sad, but I don’t care. I won’t drag her back in to the fandom. I feel sad, people have left. But, I’m happy for those who are still here. My sister has moved on, I’m no longer enjoying this wonderful show with my sister I love. But I am at peace here. We are so familiar with you guys! MY LITTLE PONY FOR LIFE! REMEMBER FRIENDS! WE’RE IN THIS TOGETHER!!!!
I was invited into this fandom around three years ago now, back in early 2018. At the time I was going through that edgy 13 year old phase, and was drawn in by Bench Thief Productions' animation for your "Destabilize". For a long while before that I had been occasionally watching an episode whenever my little sisters would be watching. I was hesitant to acknowledge that the show was actually good, though inside I knew I did enjoy it. When I clicked on that video, my life was turned in a completely different direction. It was a gradual change, over time I was looking more and more into the treasure trove that was older fandom songs. I immediately took a liking to Woodentoaster and Slyphstorm, and kind of stuck with those two for a while without exploring other artists. Eventually I came back to look at that animation that first showed me that ponies could be cool, and that really kickstarted me in the direction of exploration into the rest of the fandom music. Since then I have grown immensely, and right now I regret not being able to join this lovely fandom earlier. I came too late and grew too slowly to be able to do the things that I now regret not doing. It is one of my greatest wishes to be able to attend a Bronycon or similar pony-themed convention, even if I have to host it myself somehow. I see the fandom fading out and I look back at those who have left us, and it brings a tear to my eye. A tear of regret and unknown nostalgia. A tear of sorrow for those who have gone, but a tear of joy for those who will come. I pray that more will come and uncover the wealth of treasures that we have left behind, excavating and bringing back to light the wondrous works of art that many of us have created. But whether or not I will see a true revival of this fandom within my lifetime, I will stay with the herd 'till the bitter end. In your own words, "I'll die with the herd!" Gallop on, and a brohoof. /)
I've seen many songs in the fandom. I've seen you make songs , every one from the Rainbow Dash song all those days ago, all up until Better Tomorrow and this is just beautiful. I've been here since 2014 and this fandom has been the best thing ever for me, even though every one I talk to says to move away. I have been resilient to their demands but I always thought that there was no future once it all passed. Then I found this song, and it reminded me of something ACRacebest once said "When the show ends it will be a dark day, but it will not be the end." So with that I can say from the heart that if this great artist will choose to stay forever, I will do my best to follow. Brony Fandom Forever!
This is probably my favourite piece to come out from you in a long while. The others are all amazing, but this here, this is personal. I can't thank you and every single fellow community member out there for sticking with us through all these years and even more to come! We're sure as hell in this together!
I remember the video called "don't watch a cartoon named my little pony". It got me curious so I watched the episode Too Many Pinkies which just aired at the time. Had no idea what I was watching. So I started at the first season. Still had no idea what I was watching by episode 10 but I just kept watching. The show pulled me out of depression, made me into a much better person. Still watch the show but not as religiously. Curious how next generation will be
This fandom has so much good music and good ppl, I'd just like that this show could teach that adults still can become friends, that the friendship could still exist after you pass college, that ppl from different ages and cultures can still be friends... Once I was a kid, I used to be easy to make friends, once I was a teen, I had a nice group of friends, we play music and games together... once I become an adult .... I don't actually know what happened, our group break apart, seems adults should give up from friendship, and become isolated and productive machines.... Once we become an adult, if you try to make friends with the young ppl, you are treated like a pedo, if you try to make friends with other adults, or you are considered a scammer, or you will get scammed or worse.... if you try to be friendly in general ... you are weird or weak ... ahhhhh..... I just .... I just wish that we could have some of that magic of friendship alive in this world ..... Congratulations on your great fandom brony community !!! live long and prosper !
WE'RE STILL HERE, THE HERD WILL ALWAYS BE AS LONG AS THERE ARE NEW GENERATIONS THAT WE CAN TEACH THE MAGIC OF FRIENDSHIP TO! The magic isn't just for us, but for our own children eventually, when WE can show them a very special part of our lives, and hope they love it as much as we do. We, like Celestia, can encourage our own "students" to discover the magic of friendship for themselves, and though they'll go through ups and downs much like we did, we'll be there to catch them when they fall, much like Twilight with her own students, and the mane 6 did with each other. The fandom will never truly die, it may wax and wane like the moon, but like the sun, it'll always be there the next morning. ♥
Time really flies by, even if some things have faded, it is good to see some stay strong. I am at least proud to be of a small part of this fandom and of our collabs. Its something we can remember by...
As a relatively new brony, I will always be thankful for the people who stay with the fandom even today. Their continuation and effort for making content like this really touches my heart, and gives me hope in this fandom. I hope other new bronies may feel this way too, so thank you, for your inspiration to all of us.
I can't express how much this fandom has helped me in times of need, This songs speaks to me on so many levels and hits right in the feels and certainly brings out the teary eyes We're all in this together /)
Thank you so much for making this song. I have only been a Brony for a few months, and I’ve been getting increasingly worried about whether or not it will all end. But you’ve given me hope for the future. I am here for the rest of my life. It really means a lot to me that you stayed when so many others left. You are my favorite music artist. I hope to find some way to contribute to this amazing community, and help keep this alive forever. Thank you!
I've spent the last day binge watching pony content I remember from back when this fandom was new and controversial, and I found myself asking, "what happened to us?" We fostered this unbelievable world, cared for it, and helped it grow for years and years. People poured their heart and soul into making this fandom the phenomenon it is today. And then people lost contact, creators started disappearing, the pace of creative growth slowed. And it hurts. But this song helped remind me that it will never be over as long as it means as much to all of you as it does to me. Shows come and go, nostalgia is a gift and a curse, but this empire we built is a permanent fixture and I take solace in that. Thank you one and all for what you've done to shape my life. I can't wait to see what happens next.
I've written a few songs about this topic, and god damn its great to see someone actually make it into a full song! So direct, I really love this fandom to death, I am never leaving it.
Yes. We are in this together. I’m glad I’m in the the fandom for the love of the show; we’ve seen allot of new characters appear and the fandom going crazy over each episode and reviewing it, Twilight getting her wings, the CMC getting their cutiemarks, and everything the show had to offer up. Edit: I’m here after the show had officially ended. G5, here we come. G4, we had some awesome memories and you inspired us all and gave us more than we bargained for. I mean it, I love G4 and will always hold it in my heart forever. It started with a book, and it ended with a book. What a way to end the series. I also ate some chocolate ice cream and I now know that mlp G4 is over. I’ll die with the herd.
gosh what a song, so heartfelt and awesome, and if you are reading this is 2020 as i'm writing this just remember, "Stay Awesome Be Awesome" also sing out loud whenever you want to ^_^
Man, this hits way too close to home for me. I felt I was the only one who felt like this but this hits the nail on the head. Amazing job dude and keep up the amazing work!
I honestly can't thank you enough for making this song. I never knew how much I needed it.Long story short I've joined late 2012 but my anxiety and shyness didn't let me comment on a single thing for like 4years. Even though since then I've been trying my best to fight doomposters with positivity it's hard to sometimes not feel bad for the time I've "wasted" just lurking and not contributing. Fortunately just when phrases like "the fandom will collapse" or "your content creators will soon all disappear" started to finally get to me you go ahead and create this song. It's amazing to yet again be certain that no matter what happens next our wonderful little community will endure. Brony for life /)
Awesome, absolutely wonderful song. I've only been in the fandom for a year, yet I can still feel the impact of this community. Music and friends are the main reasons I'm staying.
It make feel like my love for My little pony fandom have been risen again...never die in my heart...for every people in this fandom will remember this forever....Your musics is one of the best things i ever heard in my life!
Prince, I'm usually not one to comment and I usually bite my tongue when I do. But I am going to say it this time round, truly inspiring work, tears both of pride and sadness were most definitely shed. Ponies may one day come to an end, the Brony fandom may fade away into nothingness, but as long as we remember it, it'll never truly die. The lessons it has taught us, the friendships we have forged, will last a life time, and as silly as it might sound, that a children's show filled with pastel colored magical talking horses has taught a bunch of adults a lesson, that friendship can truly be magic. And, as skillfully said by you, Prince. Many of us are not going to go anywhere, we'll die with the herd, 'cause as the cons end, and familiar faces move on, we'll stick together and make sure the memory never dies. Keep doing what you do, keep being amazing, never let things get to you and get you down, because you have friends all around the globe who will always be there, waiting for you to reach out to them, because like you said, We're in this together.
This, has to be one of the greatest MLP songs I've ever heard~ I met my girlfriend because of MLP, and it's become a major part of her and my life~ and we were going through a rough patch in life, but this song helped us both rise back up even stronger than ever in a blissful happiness!~ Thank you so much for making it!!~
Oh wow, this has got to be my new favorite song from you!! I just love the message behind this song and I agree SO much with it. I can relate to what you're expressing here so much... Both feelings toward the show and feelings toward the community. "Don't tell me that all things have to end, I think we'll live forever" YES!! That's what I'm always saying! I remember I was annoyed when people were talking about the show ending and stuff a while back, I was all like "Why talk about the end, we bronies will live forever and keep our passion for as long as we live". "Will you know the songs and sing along, Twenty years from now" Yes! At least I think so! A Passion is for life! "Will you remember them, the friendship that they found"
Been here myself since 2011 when the community was born. Even if this year is the last season of G4, I'll never stop being a part of it. Unlike furries, sad as it is to say this being one myself, bronies actually stuck to promoting positivity and caring for others in most cases... rather than copying the stupidity and intolerance of nearly all communities today. Job well done, and it's not over yet! Thank you and everyone else who created (and continues creating) great pony content: I found this channel just recently and your songs have given me something very lovely to enjoy at a time when I needed it
No tears were shed by me but one of the most genuine smiles in a long time did appear upon my face. I don’t think I’ll be going anywhere, I don’t even want to entertain the thought of leaving this wondrous place. You know I used to think I came in at the end of the herd’s boom. But I don’t think that was the case. There is still so much amazing work within this community. Have a great day Prince, and cheers.
Hi, I'm an unknown bronish and this is my story. I joined the fandom about 6 years ago, I think. At the time, I was just a lurker who watched the episodes on his own and consumed what others did, without creating nor even interacting with other bronies. Then I met my best friend. He wasn't my best friend at the time, but he slowly become it with the years and all things we did together. It started with me overhearing him wanting to give MLP a try, so I gave him a copy of all the episodes I downloaded. We ended up going to conventions together in multiple countries, doing week-long road trips and just having one another's back. But I digress. Right before I moved to Canada five years ago, I started to mess with Ren'Py and thought of doing a silly visual novel about ponies. The thing went on for a while as I contacted visual artists, had my aforementioned best friend help me with the music, entered a game jam-like with it, watched people do let's plays on it and all. And in the following year, due to other reasons, I entered some sort of depression where I ended up a near total shut-in. Ponies were what gave me hope for the future and helped me have some faith in myself and my abilities. They were the last thing holding me together a bit. When I started to feel better, I slowly got back to square one. My VN entered a hiatus, I did a pony vector drawing or two, but not much more. My consumption of pony-related things slowed down too. I ended up going to conventions once a year, then I ended up skipping last year's, have not added new pony music to any of my playlists in a long while, and... To be honest, am not even up to date with the show anymore, despite having been the kind of brony to watch it live the Saturday. So here I am, commenting on TH-cam, with an account I never really used that much, having an avatar that is severely outdated and made with the infamous Pony Creator instead of something I made myself. I haven't considered myself a brony in a while. I never really looked at the things and told myself "this is the end of my ride on the fandom's train", but it sure does look like that at some point I got out of my wagon. Yet this song reminded me so much good memories. I don't know why the TH-cam algorithm decided to show it to me, but it was definitely a good thing. I won't get back to watching the show ceremoniously, but for the first time in a long while, it made me look back at the past 6 years. At all the good memories. The bad ones too, but they were uncommon and I don't regret having lived through them. Overcoming difficulties is part of what makes life worth it, it makes you appreciate the good things way more. Plus, it develops your mind and spirit. So, thank you to all of the amazing people related to the show, not only the creators, but also the fans and those in-between. I'm now glad to consider myself a bronish. Not a full-on brony like many of you, but a lighter one, who was there, will be around occasionally and will always be glad to be a part of the family. The main difference is that instead of being the uncle who is around all year around and very present in every family activity, I'm the one living on another continent and occasionally coming home for Christmas. I don't know why anyone would actually read through all this, but if you did, thank you for your time. Keep being awesome and have a wonderful Thanksgiving.
Every time I am on the edge of leaving the fandom. Your music like this always ropes me back in. Love your music. And love you and the rest of the fandom. Your music and the fandom has helped me through some hard times and I am in debt to the fandom for all the support and love that's been had and given 😅
It is one of your best songs. We're so encouraged, when you told us, that you'll not left fandom. Glaze left, WoodenToaster left, but you'll be loyal. We're very grateful to you. This is the meaning of real loyalty. Thank you so much. Thank you for remembering us. Edit 2022: I am idiot. Glaze is WoodenToaster
I wasn't prepared for this nostalgia trip... Something about the line "I'll die with the herd" just makes my heart well up with pride and vigor. SOLIDARITY indeed; you rock, dude.
I don't even know how to begin to explain Bronies and I've been in the fandom since April 2014. I don't think I could possibly give it a good explanation that does it more justice than just simply "Adults who like MLP"
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I think this is your best song yet dude, im getting teary eyed listening to this ;w;
Death... or chi-chi? Or Bulma? :-3
I want to thank you too Chi-Chi, for blessing us with your angelic voice
i agree this is amazing altho i might be a bit late to the party * cough cough * 3 months * cough cough *
Oh so you're the one singing in Addict!
Same here lol. I was about to start bawling.
We need more Bronies like you. Bronies who can give us hope that the fandom doesn't need to end.
Yea, we'll never die :>
This song gives me more reason to stay as brony.
We shall never surrender!
Never give up! Never surrebder!
5 years old... Didn't end tho. Still inspiring to be here. Many new people found the way into the fandom this year.. Including me.
For all people that fear the fandom has died out or mlp will end, NOTHING IS ENDING, we're still here and g5 is around the corner.
WE ARE IN THIS TOGETHER
Yay!
True words my friend, the hype will return someday and we will be there
yup
Eeyup still got G5 and friends~
and there are still people who have yet to discover the show and it's awesome fandom and those who have just gotten into it, such as myself ;3
What a ride it’s been. Remember when we all freaked out when twilight got her wings??? Good times, good times
did you just f*cking gnome me in 2019?
This is like, the "Proud To Be A Brony" of the waning fandom. It sums up so many of my feelings so well, I can't handle how awesome this is ;-;
Oh hey it's Xidnaf under a pony video!!
I love your stuff!
Didn't expect you Xidnaf under a pony video, what a nice surprise!
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We're in this together!
Seriously, though, this fandom has enriched my life in so many ways, helped me conquer some of my greatest challenges, helped me make some of the best friends I've ever found, and given me an opportunity to make peoples lives better.
The songs I've made and the friends I've gained will endure~
Hell yeah good song man!!!!💕
You are all amazing artist and this fandom is so welcoming and amazing
Ever since you sang "Great to be different" I was proud to call myself a brony, throughout the bullying and torment of high school. I had friends then who were bronies. Not anymore, they seemed to slip away and I had such fears that the brony fandom would slip away. But seeing all of you artists so zealous has given me a second wind. Throughout thick and thin, I'm sticking with the herd.
We're all in this together. Every brony. Every pegasister. All of us united as one with the community as our home. We we're brought together by this show and held together by friendship. The magic of friendship surpassed into our realm as well and holds this community together stronger than any other force. Nothing will tear us down! "We are in this together!"
the lyrics on this i can resonate with too much
Thank you for doing your part in keeping the fandom alive!
So many good memories come back listening to this song... It makes me remember the MLP marathon I did with the band and our keyboarder‘s cousin, the good times with Random Acts of Chaos and the School Theater (Jason, you will be missed) and the many GalaCons I got to experience and work. And one thing is for certain; I’ll die as a part of the herd.
Crazy to see people still making stuff after all these years
The longer people stand together on what they enjoy the greater it becomes and the longer it lasts.
8 years....... I was 11 and now I’m 19. Age 12, waking up every morning before I’d go to school just to play “A friend in deed” so I could hear the smile song and tackle the day with a brighter mindset than I otherwise would.
People will always have a lot to say about the mlp craze in its time but maybe, likely, I wouldn’t have made it to 19 without this show. I appreciate the people who have stuck around for so long to create the positive aspects of this community and the show that I’ll undoubtedly carry with me for the rest of my life, as it was such a large part of what grew me into the person I am today during my most impressionable time. In ways I wouldn’t change for anything. A show and community that sooo significantly inspired me to sing, draw, create, be kind, and just try to be myself in ways that nothing else could. I want to actually cover some pony songs one day! I’ve waited 7 years too long!
Sometimes I wish I could go back and experience the same excitement I did when 11/12 year old me did when I experienced what would change my life for the first time. Seeing fluttershy for the first time and being so in awe with how pretty the characters were, oobviously rainbow dash was the best because she was rainbow duuuuhhh!
But I’d soon find out that the message was even more beautiful and the characters were so inspiring to me.
(And that pinkie was actually my favorite shhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh)
Aaaaah, how to maintain the mindset of an excited 12 year old girl experiencing what would make her happiest in this life time, especially when it comes to the new things that make her happy. It’s getting difficult to keep up :’)
So, of course, thank you for this song. And thank you for the reminder, that there is absolutely nothing I’d trade my time with this show for.
Every time I hear this song live, it gives me both chills down my back, and brings tears in my eyes. An absolute fandom classic, thank you for keeping it alive with your music! ❤
Just started watching MLP and getting a teenie tiny bit into the fandom, I'm a complete newcomer with basically no clue on the lyrics or the fandom but this song still made me tear up. Amazing song even if I am 3 years late.
I have only been in this fandom for nearly a year, and felt that I have been late to the fandom. It feels strange to be a part of this fandom so long after it went big, but the truth is that we are not late. As Gandalf said, “A wizard is never late, nor is he early, he arrives precisely when he means to.” We feel as if we joined late, but we joined at the time that we were meant to join, don't let yourself or others tell you otherwise.
I can, relate to you.
Welcome to the fandom ^^ , I relate to you too I joined this fandom in 2020 so Im also somewhat late but I love this fandom and I'll die with the herd
I joined in 2011. It's changed a lot since those days and the honesty and loyalty have gone through a lot of trials. There's a lot who left the random for one reason or another, but those who are still here are great friends to have. I'll die with the herd.
the thing that I love about this song, isn't just that it says that the fandom won't die with the show, but that it also makes you remember all the great times you had with your friends that you don't talk to anymore.
I'm feeling... emotions? This is very well arranged - good melodies and supporting guitar parts. Thanks for having me on this one.
We've all heard the talk surrounding the debate of whether or not the fandom is dying. I don't know if it will ever die off completely, but it is definitely getting smaller, and some of our best years may well be behind us. As many of you know, during the closing ceremonies at Bronycon this year, they announced that next year will be the last Bronycon. I know that there are other pony conventions, and that there is far more to the fandom than just the conventions, so while that may be an unfortunate game CHANGER, it isn't, in and of itself, a game ENDER. However, for me, I feel like the convention ending isn't the problem, but is instead a symptom of the greater underlying issue, that of course being the "fading out" of the fandom.
This song pretty much sums up my thoughts as I watched the Baltimore Convention Center fade off into the distance during my cab ride back to the airport a few short months ago. There are too many parallels here with the struggles of life, such as the loss of one's youth as we move into the gray monotony of the "real world", or the inevitable death of a loved one with a terminal illness. I find it difficult, when speaking to non-Brony friends and family, to put into words the depth and complexity of this feeling of approaching emptiness. Perhaps we as Bronies were foolish to put so much emphasis, so much meaning and self-worth and understanding onto a show. Then again, maybe we are to be applauded for having the courage to allow ourselves to be vulnerable in the very same way. As we go through life, family, friends, lovers, jobs, fads, relationships and experiences of every kind, all come and go, and I think that's what makes them all the more powerful. After all, how much less value would life have if not for death?
As we go about life, clinging to the memories we hold so dearly, we have to keep in mind the finite nature of all things, and strive that much more to actively cherish every moment, taking nothing for granted. We know all too well that this is/was so much more than a show, it is a family, and as such, we have to be able to come to terms with the reality that one by one, parts of a family will fade away. BUT, like a family, the love and memories we share of that which has come to pass will remain with us until our dying breath. So as we each move on with our respective lives, we take a piece of that family with us, and share it, in one form or another, with those around us.
The show will move on, and maybe, one day, end. Likewise, the conventions will end, the art, music, video content, fanfics, etc. will fade out, and the community will slow to an effective halt, but all is not lost, as we will always have that which has already been created and shared. Through it all, the memories will remain, and we will be better, stronger, happier people because of them.
In the end, while the content may cease, the memories, feelings, and devotion that we have for this family will live on forever, and it is for these reasons that I can say with confidence that I am a proud Brony for life. Don't allow these feelings of emptiness to consume you. Rather, use them to appreciate all that you have, and all that has come to pass. Like the concepts behind guardian angels, or the ghosts of our ancestors, allow the memories of these characters that you've come to know as family to guide you through life, to help carry and comfort you in times of strife, and to find the joy in all things. Use them to lift you up, and drive you forward towards the best you that you can be. Lastly, do what you can to remain optimistic and confident, because as they say, when one door closes, another one opens, and gen 5 is just around the corner. If it's awesome, then yay, high fives and hugs all around. If it isn't, then that's ok, because I know the Brony community can take that lump of clay and mold it into a beautiful masterpiece, just like it did with gen 4. After all, it's like I said, a show is just a show. It takes a community to make it something more, something unique, and something truly special.
Thank you all for everything you've done for our little community. I expect great things of all of you moving forward. Take care of yourselves, and take care of each other. This isn't the end, it's just a new chapter, and I for one am excited to see where our next adventure takes us.
I've heard about G3 ponymeets, so if that's true, then the G4 fandom will last long too.
It takes something truly special to create such a large fanbase, and those that do are not easily forgotten. Star Trek, Star Wars, Lord of the Rings, Minecraft, Star Craft, World of Warcraft, Doctor Who, Marvel, and DC: All things that have become part of the "great" fandoms that are still going strong today, and i feel that it is safe to say that MLP has made it into that group.
I look forward to seeing where we go from here and what adventures we have next.
(Edit: add Doctor Who, Marvel, DC)
(TheAftersScriptor): Will you allow me to save this as a speech?
Absolutely, and if said speech is performed and recorded, I would love to watch it.
Thank you! :)
When I joined back in 2012, this fandom brought so much needed joy, passion, and friendship into my life. I fell out of it in 2015, but I never stopped glancing back to it every now and then.
After coming back last month, I remembered how great it was to be part of this fandom, and I'm never letting ago again.
Heeeeyyyy thanks for having me in this very cool song! ;D
OH DAMN JYC ROW I DIDN'T EXPECT YOU HERE XD
Man the next season of MLP is gonna be emotional since it's gonna be the last season of Gen 4...maybe hopefully Scootaloo will fly in the next season
Even though I haven't been in this fandom for a long time, I've heard the stories, I've seen the signs, this fandom means so much to so many, and has given gifts that changed lives, and dare I say, changed the world. This fandom is beautiful.
And Kudos to you, PrinceWhatever, for making a song that drew feels out from times I didn't even experience! Keep up the amazing work
I too noticed the dropping out when I joined in 2014, and that's why I created what I created, and why I do what I do. I want to preserve the history of the entire fandom as is, as it was. So far I've been pretty successful with very few things falling though the cracks past the sands of time and into the depths of darkness. I can't thank my own friends I found along the journey of friendship enough for their help, support and embraces. It was dark times in my own life that drew me in, and I was held in by a friend that never gave up hope for me, and to this day I still talk to them.
I will never stop, as pony helped me in life, maybe my efforts will help someone else in their life going through tough times.
Thanks for this contribution to the fandom and community as a whole PrinceWhateverer.
What do you do to preserve it? What do you mean?
I've barelly been in this fandom 1 year and 8 months, and yet, I feel like I'm part of the family as much as any other brony... That feeling means everything to me, feel like I belong here and that I'm welcome. This fandom has grown into something precious and irreplacable; A Family.
I might not be that old of a fan, but looking back, it still feels like it's crazy far. My life is so different now, and all of this because of a horse cartoon show, some addicted people and a lot of love and tolerence. I thank everyone for bringing a smile to me and for being part of this adventure. Wheter you are a content creator, a reactor or an observant, thank you for keeping the ride alive.
I'll Die With The Herd.
YEAAAAAAAH!!! SO MANY BRONIES!!!!
BRO
I rarely comment, but this means too much to not do so. I've been feeling this way for a while now, and it means a lot to know that there are others out there that feel the same. I'm graduating from college in a little more than year, and this show and community have been a core part of my identity for what I'd call my "coming of age" years. My world views have been fundamentally shaped by the mythos of the show and its characters.
I've been wrestling with the realization that the fandom has long passed its peak, and that no matter how important something is to me, nothing is eternal. (The passing of a few family members over the past two years hasn't helped the matter.) The moment it really set in for me was directly related to the fandom. I happened upon Carbon Maestro's "You'll Play Your Part" instrumental cover. I got exited thinking that he had returned because the original song still felt new to me, Then it occurred to me: that was four fucking years ago.
I want to thank you and all the other content creators, because with you, the community would probably be almost non-existent at this point.
First ime doing this:
Brohoof! /)
You sound awesome!
Want to be friends?
I’ve been a part of this community for a long time. It’s shaped me as a grew up. I don’t regret it at all.
so sweet. We are in this together. A Fandom. A Family
0:03 - 0:20
It’s been a ride, hasn’t it? Some have gone, others have remained, and more have joined the ride, and so we continue. We’ve done it once, and now? Now we’re going to do it again.
0:21-0:22
Will you join us?
Thanks for having my little part in there. ^^ Turn out amazing! Nice job!
4everfreebrony i miss when you actually made real pony music and not just regular music with pony pictures slapped onto the cover art! You actually used to care about the fandom back then! But totally understandable and okay with me if you want to not focus on ponies anymore. You have to make a living off music after all!
I rarely comment on YT, but I wanted to post here even after messaging you on Discord. I can just feel the passion and love oozing from this song. I've been part of this fandom since 2010-2011, although I've been largely "hands-off," in the sense that I only participated minimally. I didn't really go to EQD or post on many sites, I only looked at fanart that was linked to me or interested me, but this was still something SPECIAL and MAGICAL. Even early on I knew it was special, but I had no idea exactly how special it would end up being. Thanks to this show, I have a job and some of the most amazing friends ever possible.
This song encapsulates the last 7-8 years of my life for me. When rumors came out of S9 being the final season and G5 rumors, I was honestly crushed and devasted for 2-3 days. Despite my "hands-off" approach to much of the fandom, it's still an important thing for me. But even when the show concludes, those who love the show and these characters will persist and keep this fandom burning bright. This show has changed my life and I intend to carry it all with me until the last of my days when I'm old and grey.
I've seen the doom and gloom over the years. Lauren leaving the show; S3 being 13 episodes; Twilicorn; Equestria Girls; Starlight Glimmer; the final Bronycon; S9 being the end; G5. I've seen some shit over the years, BUT WE HAVE SURVIVED AND PERSISTED THROUGH IT ALL. This song perfectly shows that.
Thank you for making this.
Truly, thank you.
PsychicKid You're so right! I feel the same way, this song is pure proof I am so happy I let pony back into my life. /)
Can I get a cheer from all of my fellow bronies and pegasisters still out there!?! 🤘Brohoofs for all!
I'm never leaving this fandom
I AM PROUD TO BE A BRONY AND A PART OF THIS FANDOM
what an amazing song that shows why this fandom is amazing and why its so fun to be in.
This song makes me cry every time. As I lay here in my bed trying to get to sleep, I hear this song and I remember the darker days. Without this fandom and your music I don’t think I would be alive. I don’t think I could have gone without it all. I don’t have many friends and I want to make more, it’s been so long since this fandom started and I wish I could have been apart of all the groups and had people who could laugh with me instead of at me. I don’t want pity I’m not trying to do that I’m just trying to show how much this whole fandom means so much to me, I will die with the herd because this is my life and it’s the most absolute best part of it. Thank you so much Prince, and everyone and everything these past 8 years. It’s been lonely but also more amazing then I could have imagined. Thank you
Once again, you prove yourself as an incredible example of British Brony Music! We're always one man and this song nails it. Incredible track!
All we can hope is article 13 doesn’t go through and block amazing artist like this
Wait...
Blackjack profile...
Nails it?
Oh...
Oh no...
This song made me cry tbh... 7 years in the fandom?! Damn... I can’t get over that I’ve been here for 7 years now (December 2011). The ride that mlp and it’s fandom gave me will always remain an indelible one. I will never forget how the show and it’s fandom impacted my life. Even after years after the show is over I will continue to look back and get nostalgic.
This song is phenomenal dude. I don’t know what else to say....
I have long since moved on from MLP and considering myself a Brony and unlike others it never really had much of an impact on me positive or negative cause I never made any friends in the fandom. That being said I feel like people from other fandoms could relate to this song just as much as those this song was meant for. I know for myself personally despite not being in the MLP fandom as a Brony this song was still emotional to me as another fandom have had such an impact on my life and I have made many true meaningful friends in the fandom I'm currently in and have been in for the past three years. So to that I say let the positivity every fandom can offer continue to be great and to all those haters who only point out the bad seeds in the fandom and condemn said fandom because of it you can just move along.
That was absoloutely beautiful. I cried, watching, listening to this. You've outdone yourself yet again, dear prince.
A word to you all: I think we've officially passed the fandom-tag. I would go as far as to- no, I would be very proud, and prideful, to call us all a family. The herd is something beautiful. All of you are beautiful. Thank you all, for giving me the opportunity to be who I want to be. *I love you all.*
I cant believe I havnt found this sooner, I cry everytime I listen to this, I worry so much that the mlp we know and love will fall apart even now, but knowing there's youtubers like you that never plan to stop, thank you, seriously.
It's been a fun ride man. Here's to even more years in the future.
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This song still hurts my soul, I want everything back again, I *need* it back
20% cooler in 10 seconds flat
brohoof /)
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Oh look. It's one of the number one fans of prince. Well you and mocha
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Yas Prince! Hype!
I can't say I'm up to date with the show, but still consider myself a fan, and still follow creators like yourself and the many in your desc. All of you are great, high quality artists of all kinds. People may leave, but we're all still a big group in reality. We're in this together.
I am the same way and I totally agree :D
Damn. It’s been 3 years. Will I ever hear this song and not tear up?
I'm the same m8
Same bro
Magnificent work Prince, you're one of a kind, your passion is inspiring, and the fandom is absolutely blessed to have you be a part of it! The feels tho ;~; Brohoofs to all /)
This is easily your most inspiring song to date. The sheer importance and meaning behind this is incredible. Amazing job as always, Prince!
It's a bit late after like 6 years this song exist...but it still gives me hope the fandom will never die and rise up again someday if something new comes up. Thank you for your commitment, I love all your work to the bits!
Every word in this...
This is litterly the best group of people i ever had the luck to run into!
I Love you, Everypony out there!
Bronies forever!!! YAY!!!
He closed with this at Griffish Isles 2024! :D What a great song, now I have memories to back it up!
The MAP (multi-animator-project) version got flagged as for kids, so I have to save this one in my playlist.
omg prince this is what i belive artists call a master stroke a work so great that it echoes throughout the ages this song speaks of how this fandom dosent care what the world thinks of us cause we are in this together cause this is not a fandom its a familly we hold each other up and the show.... the show teaches us how we should live the world cant see it but we do we understand the meages and incoperate them into our lives and we live by them and thats what sets apart and why most look at us with discuss cause they simply are to stuck up to simply listen and your right this familly will go on beyond this show cause my freiends we are in this together
ive never been a very active member of the fandom but i love everyone of you
Same, man
Holy buck knuckles. This is breaking my heart that the show is soon coming to an end. I will remember this forever, through this song, this fandom will stick together in the herd we were born to be in. Thank you for the reminder if who I really am, Prince.
wow. just, WOW!!! ive only listened to the first minute of the song, but i know this is my new favorite, it made my whole body and soul tingle just like it did on my first kiss so long ago. this is great. this fandom is the best thing that has ever happened. when i first started watching the show it was because my brothers had ironically turned it on. we had a great laugh, but for some reason i had decided to watch a little more and then i got hooked. after a year or two i discovered a whole fandom, and i also discovered who i was. all the artists in the fandom are my biggest inspiration, and that includes you Prince Whatever. thank you so much for all that you have done.
Here I am, drunk as hell on a Friday night on Christmas day in 2021 and still rocken this song like it's 2013! Let's keeps this fandom going for as long as we can folks!
we in this together until the end of time!
We love you too.
I want to say "thank you" for all that work you're putting in all of songs there are great.
Thanks
The fandom may fade a bit as we reach the end of Friendship is Magic, but this particular iteration of MLP has hit the critical point that Transformers did a couple decades ago. There's a clear and present demand that will allow Hasbro to make significant amounts of money by not letting the IP fade into obscurity as it had before Friendship is Magic exploded, so like Transformers we'll see new iterations and new stories that will prevent the fandom from ever actually dying. Not every new series will be good, but there will be things to appreciate even in the ones that aren't as great, and there will be other phenomenal new series.
The MLP fandom may go through expansions and contractions, but we've gotten big enough that Hasbro has a vested interest in not allowing the light to die entirely. And this is to say nothing of the incredible artists and musicians and fanfic writers that have come from FiM who will fight to keep the light from guttering. The ponies are here, and they're not going anywhere.
I know one thing... I’ll die with the herd for sure. The Brony community was the best part of my life since summer 2012 and I’m so glad to be a part of this ever-growing fandom. I still have never been to a con but that is on my bucket list for sure. Great song, man!
I totally recommend getting to a convention if you can. There's nothing else like the feeling of looking around, seeing hundreds of other people and knowing that every single one of them *understands*. I know BronyCon is ending after this year, but it's not the only con. You still have time. I hope it works out. :)
Loganberrybunny Wait BronyCon is *ending?*
FUCK the was the one I was gonna go to one day!
Ah well... guess I’ll keep looking around
@@keeganfirecloak4695 BronyCon 2019 is the last, yep. I believe BABSCon is planning for a 2020 edition, and a few others, but I'm not in the US so I'm a little out of the loop there.
From the start I was attached to it when my little sister wanted me to watch it with her, she was happy seeing how fun the show was and how she saw it, for me I seen it in a deeper meaning as it was something the world needed, coummunitys being together, people making new friends and the amount of love was made from just this show is unbelievable and even when time went I and me and my sister grow older, she might not have the same feeling as before but still enjoys it. For me I lasted longer into the fandom, even though I stop watching the full show on season 7 it still got me to make new friends and feel welcome. Sad as the show is soon to end, I bet everyone are still in it together with many other people. Thank you Mlp:FiM you sure brought love and friendship to where we need it most.
Thanks a lot Prince! The fandom has been instrumental in my life and growth as a person. More happiness has come from it than pretty much any other source in my life. I'm excited for the next gen but I fear nothing will ever replace what we have built over the last 8 years.
My sister has left the fandom. I feel sad, but I don’t care. I won’t drag her back in to the fandom. I feel sad, people have left. But, I’m happy for those who are still here.
My sister has moved on, I’m no longer enjoying this wonderful show with my sister I love. But I am at peace here. We are so familiar with you guys! MY LITTLE PONY FOR LIFE!
REMEMBER FRIENDS! WE’RE IN THIS TOGETHER!!!!
I was invited into this fandom around three years ago now, back in early 2018. At the time I was going through that edgy 13 year old phase, and was drawn in by Bench Thief Productions' animation for your "Destabilize". For a long while before that I had been occasionally watching an episode whenever my little sisters would be watching. I was hesitant to acknowledge that the show was actually good, though inside I knew I did enjoy it. When I clicked on that video, my life was turned in a completely different direction. It was a gradual change, over time I was looking more and more into the treasure trove that was older fandom songs. I immediately took a liking to Woodentoaster and Slyphstorm, and kind of stuck with those two for a while without exploring other artists. Eventually I came back to look at that animation that first showed me that ponies could be cool, and that really kickstarted me in the direction of exploration into the rest of the fandom music.
Since then I have grown immensely, and right now I regret not being able to join this lovely fandom earlier. I came too late and grew too slowly to be able to do the things that I now regret not doing. It is one of my greatest wishes to be able to attend a Bronycon or similar pony-themed convention, even if I have to host it myself somehow. I see the fandom fading out and I look back at those who have left us, and it brings a tear to my eye. A tear of regret and unknown nostalgia. A tear of sorrow for those who have gone, but a tear of joy for those who will come. I pray that more will come and uncover the wealth of treasures that we have left behind, excavating and bringing back to light the wondrous works of art that many of us have created. But whether or not I will see a true revival of this fandom within my lifetime, I will stay with the herd 'till the bitter end. In your own words, "I'll die with the herd!"
Gallop on, and a brohoof. /)
> Listens to song
"Hey that was pretty good"
> Listens again
> Actually pays attention to the lyrics
> Cries
I've seen many songs in the fandom. I've seen you make songs , every one from the Rainbow Dash song all those days ago, all up until Better Tomorrow and this is just beautiful. I've been here since 2014 and this fandom has been the best thing ever for me, even though every one I talk to says to move away. I have been resilient to their demands but I always thought that there was no future once it all passed. Then I found this song, and it reminded me of something ACRacebest once said "When the show ends it will be a dark day, but it will not be the end." So with that I can say from the heart that if this great artist will choose to stay forever, I will do my best to follow. Brony Fandom Forever!
This is boooootyful prince!!!!! Your music never ceases to amaze me
This is probably my favourite piece to come out from you in a long while.
The others are all amazing, but this here, this is personal.
I can't thank you and every single fellow community member out there for sticking with us through all these years and even more to come!
We're sure as hell in this together!
I remember the video called "don't watch a cartoon named my little pony". It got me curious so I watched the episode Too Many Pinkies which just aired at the time. Had no idea what I was watching. So I started at the first season. Still had no idea what I was watching by episode 10 but I just kept watching. The show pulled me out of depression, made me into a much better person. Still watch the show but not as religiously.
Curious how next generation will be
This show also pulled me out of depression, we aren't so different
It helped to boost my confidence
This fandom has so much good music and good ppl,
I'd just like that this show could teach that adults still can become friends, that the friendship could still exist after you pass college, that ppl from different ages and cultures can still be friends...
Once I was a kid, I used to be easy to make friends, once I was a teen, I had a nice group of friends, we play music and games together... once I become an adult .... I don't actually know what happened, our group break apart, seems adults should give up from friendship, and become isolated and productive machines....
Once we become an adult, if you try to make friends with the young ppl, you are treated like a pedo, if you try to make friends with other adults, or you are considered a scammer, or you will get scammed or worse.... if you try to be friendly in general ... you are weird or weak ... ahhhhh.....
I just .... I just wish that we could have some of that magic of friendship alive in this world .....
Congratulations on your great fandom brony community !!!
live long and prosper !
WE'RE STILL HERE, THE HERD WILL ALWAYS BE AS LONG AS THERE ARE NEW GENERATIONS THAT WE CAN TEACH THE MAGIC OF FRIENDSHIP TO! The magic isn't just for us, but for our own children eventually, when WE can show them a very special part of our lives, and hope they love it as much as we do. We, like Celestia, can encourage our own "students" to discover the magic of friendship for themselves, and though they'll go through ups and downs much like we did, we'll be there to catch them when they fall, much like Twilight with her own students, and the mane 6 did with each other. The fandom will never truly die, it may wax and wane like the moon, but like the sun, it'll always be there the next morning. ♥
3 years later and WE'RE STILL FUCKING HERE!!!! We'll never die!
Time really flies by, even if some things have faded, it is good to see some stay strong.
I am at least proud to be of a small part of this fandom and of our collabs.
Its something we can remember by...
As a relatively new brony, I will always be thankful for the people who stay with the fandom even today. Their continuation and effort for making content like this really touches my heart, and gives me hope in this fandom. I hope other new bronies may feel this way too, so thank you, for your inspiration to all of us.
I can't express how much this fandom has helped me in times of need, This songs speaks to me on so many levels and hits right in the feels and certainly brings out the teary eyes
We're all in this together
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Thank you so much for making this song. I have only been a Brony for a few months, and I’ve been getting increasingly worried about whether or not it will all end. But you’ve given me hope for the future. I am here for the rest of my life. It really means a lot to me that you stayed when so many others left. You are my favorite music artist. I hope to find some way to contribute to this amazing community, and help keep this alive forever. Thank you!
I've spent the last day binge watching pony content I remember from back when this fandom was new and controversial, and I found myself asking, "what happened to us?" We fostered this unbelievable world, cared for it, and helped it grow for years and years. People poured their heart and soul into making this fandom the phenomenon it is today. And then people lost contact, creators started disappearing, the pace of creative growth slowed. And it hurts. But this song helped remind me that it will never be over as long as it means as much to all of you as it does to me. Shows come and go, nostalgia is a gift and a curse, but this empire we built is a permanent fixture and I take solace in that. Thank you one and all for what you've done to shape my life. I can't wait to see what happens next.
I've written a few songs about this topic, and god damn its great to see someone actually make it into a full song! So direct, I really love this fandom to death, I am never leaving it.
Это невероятно...
Это прекрасно! Это божественно! Это классно!
Спасибо!
Yes. We are in this together. I’m glad I’m in the the fandom for the love of the show; we’ve seen allot of new characters appear and the fandom going crazy over each episode and reviewing it, Twilight getting her wings, the CMC getting their cutiemarks, and everything the show had to offer up.
Edit: I’m here after the show had officially ended. G5, here we come. G4, we had some awesome memories and you inspired us all and gave us more than we bargained for. I mean it, I love G4 and will always hold it in my heart forever. It started with a book, and it ended with a book. What a way to end the series. I also ate some chocolate ice cream and I now know that mlp G4 is over. I’ll die with the herd.
gosh what a song, so heartfelt and awesome, and if you are reading this is 2020 as i'm writing this just remember, "Stay Awesome Be Awesome"
also sing out loud whenever you want to ^_^
Man, this hits way too close to home for me. I felt I was the only one who felt like this but this hits the nail on the head. Amazing job dude and keep up the amazing work!
I honestly can't thank you enough for making this song. I never knew how much I needed it.Long story short I've joined late 2012 but my anxiety and shyness didn't let me comment on a single thing for like 4years. Even though since then I've been trying my best to fight doomposters with positivity it's hard to sometimes not feel bad for the time I've "wasted" just lurking and not contributing.
Fortunately just when phrases like "the fandom will collapse" or "your content creators will soon all disappear" started to finally get to me you go ahead and create this song.
It's amazing to yet again be certain that no matter what happens next our wonderful little community will endure. Brony for life /)
Awesome, absolutely wonderful song. I've only been in the fandom for a year, yet I can still feel the impact of this community. Music and friends are the main reasons I'm staying.
It make feel like my love for My little pony fandom have been risen again...never die in my heart...for every people in this fandom will remember this forever....Your musics is one of the best things i ever heard in my life!
Prince, I'm usually not one to comment and I usually bite my tongue when I do. But I am going to say it this time round, truly inspiring work, tears both of pride and sadness were most definitely shed. Ponies may one day come to an end, the Brony fandom may fade away into nothingness, but as long as we remember it, it'll never truly die. The lessons it has taught us, the friendships we have forged, will last a life time, and as silly as it might sound, that a children's show filled with pastel colored magical talking horses has taught a bunch of adults a lesson, that friendship can truly be magic.
And, as skillfully said by you, Prince. Many of us are not going to go anywhere, we'll die with the herd, 'cause as the cons end, and familiar faces move on, we'll stick together and make sure the memory never dies. Keep doing what you do, keep being amazing, never let things get to you and get you down, because you have friends all around the globe who will always be there, waiting for you to reach out to them, because like you said, We're in this together.
I'm speechless in the best way possible
I'm kind of a fan of your comments, I like how long they usually are...
But this one...
I think this is my favorite one...
Sometimes you can capture a lot in so little
ALL OF MY FEELS CAME OUT AT ONCE!!!!! LONG LIVE THE MANE SIX, LONG LIVE THE FRIENDSHIPS IT FORGED, AND LONG LIVE THE FANDOM!!!!!!
This, has to be one of the greatest MLP songs I've ever heard~ I met my girlfriend because of MLP, and it's become a major part of her and my life~ and we were going through a rough patch in life, but this song helped us both rise back up even stronger than ever in a blissful happiness!~ Thank you so much for making it!!~
Oh wow, this has got to be my new favorite song from you!! I just love the message behind this song and I agree SO much with it. I can relate to what you're expressing here so much... Both feelings toward the show and feelings toward the community.
"Don't tell me that all things have to end, I think we'll live forever"
YES!! That's what I'm always saying! I remember I was annoyed when people were talking about the show ending and stuff a while back, I was all like "Why talk about the end, we bronies will live forever and keep our passion for as long as we live".
"Will you know the songs and sing along, Twenty years from now"
Yes! At least I think so! A Passion is for life!
"Will you remember them, the friendship that they found"
Been here myself since 2011 when the community was born. Even if this year is the last season of G4, I'll never stop being a part of it. Unlike furries, sad as it is to say this being one myself, bronies actually stuck to promoting positivity and caring for others in most cases... rather than copying the stupidity and intolerance of nearly all communities today. Job well done, and it's not over yet! Thank you and everyone else who created (and continues creating) great pony content: I found this channel just recently and your songs have given me something very lovely to enjoy at a time when I needed it
Literal goosebumps! Also, the touch of adding the mare in the moon at "Alone in a Nightmare" was pretty neat. Awesome job as always!
I’ll always remember their friendships
I’ll always sing the songs
I’ll always be a Brony
*I’ll die with the herd*
Needed this to remind myself how the fandom isn't dead and I'm not alone just yet, thank you.
Ya'll still here? I'm really missing this fandom right now.
Live by the horse, die by the horse ;D
Pony fandom will live forever!
We'll never leave!!
No tears were shed by me but one of the most genuine smiles in a long time did appear upon my face. I don’t think I’ll be going anywhere, I don’t even want to entertain the thought of leaving this wondrous place.
You know I used to think I came in at the end of the herd’s boom. But I don’t think that was the case. There is still so much amazing work within this community.
Have a great day Prince, and cheers.
Hi, I'm an unknown bronish and this is my story.
I joined the fandom about 6 years ago, I think. At the time, I was just a lurker who watched the episodes on his own and consumed what others did, without creating nor even interacting with other bronies.
Then I met my best friend. He wasn't my best friend at the time, but he slowly become it with the years and all things we did together. It started with me overhearing him wanting to give MLP a try, so I gave him a copy of all the episodes I downloaded. We ended up going to conventions together in multiple countries, doing week-long road trips and just having one another's back.
But I digress. Right before I moved to Canada five years ago, I started to mess with Ren'Py and thought of doing a silly visual novel about ponies. The thing went on for a while as I contacted visual artists, had my aforementioned best friend help me with the music, entered a game jam-like with it, watched people do let's plays on it and all.
And in the following year, due to other reasons, I entered some sort of depression where I ended up a near total shut-in. Ponies were what gave me hope for the future and helped me have some faith in myself and my abilities. They were the last thing holding me together a bit.
When I started to feel better, I slowly got back to square one. My VN entered a hiatus, I did a pony vector drawing or two, but not much more. My consumption of pony-related things slowed down too. I ended up going to conventions once a year, then I ended up skipping last year's, have not added new pony music to any of my playlists in a long while, and... To be honest, am not even up to date with the show anymore, despite having been the kind of brony to watch it live the Saturday.
So here I am, commenting on TH-cam, with an account I never really used that much, having an avatar that is severely outdated and made with the infamous Pony Creator instead of something I made myself.
I haven't considered myself a brony in a while. I never really looked at the things and told myself "this is the end of my ride on the fandom's train", but it sure does look like that at some point I got out of my wagon.
Yet this song reminded me so much good memories. I don't know why the TH-cam algorithm decided to show it to me, but it was definitely a good thing. I won't get back to watching the show ceremoniously, but for the first time in a long while, it made me look back at the past 6 years. At all the good memories. The bad ones too, but they were uncommon and I don't regret having lived through them. Overcoming difficulties is part of what makes life worth it, it makes you appreciate the good things way more. Plus, it develops your mind and spirit.
So, thank you to all of the amazing people related to the show, not only the creators, but also the fans and those in-between. I'm now glad to consider myself a bronish. Not a full-on brony like many of you, but a lighter one, who was there, will be around occasionally and will always be glad to be a part of the family. The main difference is that instead of being the uncle who is around all year around and very present in every family activity, I'm the one living on another continent and occasionally coming home for Christmas.
I don't know why anyone would actually read through all this, but if you did, thank you for your time. Keep being awesome and have a wonderful Thanksgiving.
Every time I am on the edge of leaving the fandom. Your music like this always ropes me back in. Love your music. And love you and the rest of the fandom. Your music and the fandom has helped me through some hard times and I am in debt to the fandom for all the support and love that's been had and given 😅
why you gotta hit us with all these feels
This fandom saved my life 5 years ago. And you, my friend, are my are the one who showed me this world. Thank you
It is one of your best songs. We're so encouraged, when you told us, that you'll not left fandom. Glaze left, WoodenToaster left, but you'll be loyal. We're very grateful to you. This is the meaning of real loyalty. Thank you so much. Thank you for remembering us.
Edit 2022: I am idiot. Glaze is WoodenToaster
I was tried to say The living Tombstone left. Sorry for mistake.
I wasn't prepared for this nostalgia trip... Something about the line "I'll die with the herd" just makes my heart well up with pride and vigor. SOLIDARITY indeed; you rock, dude.
Bro, Idk what a bronie is, but this song had me in my feelers. So good. Good shit bro
I don't even know how to begin to explain Bronies and I've been in the fandom since April 2014. I don't think I could possibly give it a good explanation that does it more justice than just simply "Adults who like MLP"