hated and proud since 78'.. puts a lot of what everyone has been through into song.. "that is what an artist does". Real person, real problems, real way to cope..thank you for all the ballads and all the good shows\
Single, supporting my folks and about to lose my job of 8 years to the same old BS that lots of folks are dealing with these days...but I gotta say, this made me smile. Bring it.
first time i heard this song is from guitar hero 3 and after that im start listening this until now ,after many years i think im fell in love with this song ,, simple song but so deep
I have watched this video 1000 times now, And Mike Ness just keeps looking better every time around! Incredible musician, I would give my right arm to meet him!!!!!
Wore out the cassette, bought the CD when it came out, kids grew up on it and stole the CD so I ordered more. Through the good times and bad, Social D is by far one of my favorite bands!
Ikr? Like why do people even have opinions that differ from yours? Lol in all seriousness this is a great song, but opinions exist. Be respectful and just enjoy the music, not everyone likes the same thing :)
I bumped into mike ness at a antique store here in Ontario CA called “Treasures and junk” I noticed him but didn’t go up to him and I kinda regret it but I just wanted to respect his space.
Adding this song to acoustic set we do. I never knew Ness and/or the band did it acoustically until I did some Google/TH-cam research. As much as I love the full band studio recording, this is just as good.
Thank you for posting this vid ! Did you (brammetjeve) actually film this ?? All I can say is that I'm jealous !! What an incredible opportunity to capture this live and in person !! -- To all you folks out there thinking that Ness is 'Stoned' or 'messed up' --- relax !! He has been sober longer than Most of you been alive .
La, la la, la la laa, la La, la la laa la La, la la, la la laa, la Story of my life Well high school seemed like such a blur I didn't have much interest in sports or school elections And in class I dreamed all day 'bout a rock 'n' roll weekend And the girl at the front of the room So close yet so far you know she never seemed to notice That this silly schoolboy crush wasn't just pretend Life goes by so fast You only wanna do what you think is right Close your eyes and it's past Story of my life Story of my life Story of my life The story of my life And I went down to my old neighbourhood The faces have all changed, there's no one left to talk to And the pool hall I loved as a kid is now a 7-11 And I went downtown to look for a job I had no training, no experience to speak of And I looked at the holes in my jeans And I turned and headed back Life goes by so fast You only wanna do what you think is right Close your eyes and it's past Story of my life Story of my life Story of my life
I love reading everyones comments on Ness bout how he's not punk anymore and blah, blah, blah, have a nice warm cup already. Some albums are better than others, but they are all better than most. The last show I saw they played a couple songs from every album, it was perfect ! And comparing them to Green Day? C'mon already!
@Fastdirt505 40 Watt in October 2009? They stayed at Hilton Garden Inn. They couldn't believe I drove from Baton Rouge but that was as close as they came to us. It was a good road trip and got to see some old friends from Atlanta.
@HOTxSAUCExPOPTARTS "Another State of Mind" dude, check it out and you'll realize that he was punk. Agreed he's no longer punk like he used to but he started as punk just like green day did. They deviated and created their own style eventually. And yes, green day is a joke now. I can't say the same about Mike Ness though.
@HOTxSAUCExPOPTARTS Because that's punk rock. Green Day's Billy Joel used to wear it as well. Look up "State of Mind Mike Ness" and you'll find out why. Mike explains it there. This guy has been doing it since the 80's. A true punk legend!
21 Dislikes? We should be able to find these people. Every one of'em. And when we get there, just blast Social D on large ass speakers at their house until they run outside to see what the problem is and then we bash each of their heads in with a Mike Ness lookalike guitar. We'd have a collective fund, Patreon, whatever, that would buy each of the 21 guitars. It's gonna be a bit expensive, average $2500-3000 for the guitar x 21 people, but hey...what a video montage THAT would be! I predict no dislikes and most views ever.
@angelabrice2010 Go to a show and hang out by the bus after. Once the crowd dies down he'll step out. Three rules: No smoking, No photo's (depending on mood), and no life stories. I met them at a hotel in Athens GA.
Story of my life High school seemed like such a blur I didn't have much interest in sports or school elections And in class I dreamed all day 'bout a rock 'n' roll weekend And the girl in the front of the room So close yet so far you know she never seemed to notice That this silly schoolboy crush wasn't just pretend Life goes by so fast You only wanna do what you think is right Close your eyes and it's past Story of my life Story of my life Story of my life The story of my life And I went down to my old neighborhood The faces have all changed, there's no one left to talk to And the pool hall I loved as a kid is now a 7-11 And I went downtown to look for a job I had no training, no experience to speak of And I looked at the holes in my jeans And I turned and headed back Life goes by so fast You only wanna do what you think is right Close your eyes and it's past Story of my life Story of my life Story of my life Story of my life Yeah, good times come and good times go I only wish the good times would last a little longer I think about the good times we had And why they had to end So I sit at the edge of my bed I strum my guitar and I sing an Outlaw love song Thinkin' 'bout what you're doin' now And when you're comin' back Life goes by so fast You only wanna do what you think is right Close your eyes and it's past Story of my life Story of my life Story of my life Story of my life Story of my life The story of my life
Mike Ness is a punk legend. Lately he's just stretching his creativity a little, like all great artists. Look at Henry Rollins for example: he does many other things, but still goes back and remembers where he comes from. And unlike Green Day, he will not forget. Now I need to listen to some Black Flag, or maybe The Ruts...
+rockabillylaker Tuning's in E flat, but I think Mike puts a capo on the 2nd fret so it feels more like an F, still the same G, C, D chord shapes for the rhythm, but that's just what I've worked out, hope it's helpful!
The man sings from his heart...lost two brothers one to suicide...alot of Mike's music really hits home..how many Johnny's must there be?.
dude you never knew either of them stop pretending.
hated and proud since 78'.. puts a lot of what everyone has been through into song.. "that is what an artist does". Real person, real problems, real way to cope..thank you for all the ballads and all the good shows\
I love his style of vocals, that raspy voice is pure gold.
He has the sexiest voice,ever. 😍😍😍
Pure Americana
seems like i end up liking all the people with raspy voices... steve o... mike ness.
Mike’s done that rare thing where a musician keeps getting better and better as he continues to live, play, & sing
Mike ness helped me with his music
same here
Edoardo Perini same
Love it
Yes. ❤
Single, supporting my folks and about to lose my job of 8 years to the same old BS that lots of folks are dealing with these days...but I gotta say, this made me smile. Bring it.
Such an iconic song sung by one of the most iconic singing voices
first time i heard this song is from guitar hero 3 and after that im start listening this until now ,after many years i think im fell in love with this song ,, simple song but so deep
I have watched this video 1000 times now, And Mike Ness just keeps looking better every time around! Incredible musician, I would give my right arm to meet him!!!!!
Wore out the cassette, bought the CD when it came out, kids grew up on it and stole the CD so I ordered more. Through the good times and bad, Social D is by far one of my favorite bands!
I can't believe I just found this. This is real talent real music. Love you Mike
I just saw him in concert - he's the real deal. Creative, gracious, humble, funny, and now his son plays with the band.
How can anyone dislike this song. I just don't get people these days
Ikr? Like why do people even have opinions that differ from yours?
Lol in all seriousness this is a great song, but opinions exist. Be respectful and just enjoy the music, not everyone likes the same thing :)
Kool MaDa Because I say what I shall, especially the truth, can't handle it, too bad lol
@@Plutonic_Blue bro only losers dont like this song
Hermosa canción...no me canso de escucharla. =)
I bumped into mike ness at a antique store here in Ontario CA called “Treasures and junk” I noticed him but didn’t go up to him and I kinda regret it but I just wanted to respect his space.
Such a great song! Mikes lyrics are groin the heart! Had this song on cassette back in hs days..good times
This video is an incredible treasure!
Listened to this song throughout my life.. from elementary all the way to now, yes even after my high school graduation. ^u^
Already played this song at a campfire for years. And yes it kicks ass every time.
Mike has made it through All the bull shit of the late 70s and 80s he’s been sober now for years. Give it up for Mike.
Saw him in concert last night, sang along to this song, love it
Adding this song to acoustic set we do. I never knew Ness and/or the band did it acoustically until I did some Google/TH-cam research. As much as I love the full band studio recording, this is just as good.
one of my favorite songs
He Is My Idol - Mike Ness, your music changed my life...
Ahhh tought times... Only Social Distortion keeps me going on ;)
anyone else think this would be a kickass campfire song?
Mike Ness is great man, love Social D
mike ness is delicious... in every sense of the word!
gorgeous man and an even more gorgeous voice
Thank you for posting this vid ! Did you (brammetjeve) actually film this ?? All I can say is that I'm jealous !! What an incredible opportunity to capture this live and in person !! -- To all you folks out there thinking that Ness is 'Stoned' or 'messed up' --- relax !! He has been sober longer than Most of you been alive .
Right?!?! Pure history. What a fantastic opportunity tho!!!
congrats!!!!!! Sounds very sweet!!!!!!!!! great video! I have seen Social Distortion many times, unfortunately, before popular songs.
La, la la, la la laa, la
La, la la laa la
La, la la, la la laa, la
Story of my life
Well high school seemed like such a blur
I didn't have much interest in sports or school elections
And in class I dreamed all day 'bout a rock 'n' roll weekend
And the girl at the front of the room
So close yet so far you know she never seemed to notice
That this silly schoolboy crush wasn't just pretend
Life goes by so fast
You only wanna do what you think is right
Close your eyes and it's past
Story of my life
Story of my life
Story of my life
The story of my life
And I went down to my old neighbourhood
The faces have all changed, there's no one left to talk to
And the pool hall I loved as a kid is now a 7-11
And I went downtown to look for a job
I had no training, no experience to speak of
And I looked at the holes in my jeans
And I turned and headed back
Life goes by so fast
You only wanna do what you think is right
Close your eyes and it's past
Story of my life
Story of my life
Story of my life
Jrx
what a gem this is
it’s Mike Ness, I mean, this guy is awesome, he never felt doubt.
I love reading everyones comments on Ness bout how he's not punk anymore and blah, blah, blah, have a nice warm cup already. Some albums are better than others, but they are all better than most. The last show I saw they played a couple songs from every album, it was perfect ! And comparing them to Green Day? C'mon already!
One of all my all time favourites to play on guitar.
Easiest song of all time lol
❤❤❤ thank you mike
Un genio total
@Fastdirt505 40 Watt in October 2009? They stayed at Hilton Garden Inn. They couldn't believe I drove from Baton Rouge but that was as close as they came to us. It was a good road trip and got to see some old friends from Atlanta.
This is one of the only men/bands that actually sounds as badass live as on track....
Mike God bless we pray for ya'll every night. MLHAR..
GREAT CLIP:) love acoustics
Awesome video!!!!
Gänsehaut.....
Amazing
thats what it all about him and his guitar! he is the fucking man!!! social D for ever!
Love it
Just awesome..
great song brother.
Epic MIKE!!
Be sure to read Thomas C. Stuhr
THE WORLD'S MOST UNDERGROUND AUTHOR ❤☠
SD has a lot of songs that hit close to me but hands down this would be the anthem
Thanks Mike .....
If there is a god it is Mike Ness
3 fuckin chords. And it’s one of the greatest songs ever written
i have the BIGGEST crush on him!! >.< i went crazy when i saw him at the house of blues in Anahiem lol
Amazing,
I found this song for GH3, Is very beautiful
favorite video on youtube
AWEEEESOME
since middle school.... 1998
me too
except I was much older ;)
We are still here!
Legend
@HOTxSAUCExPOPTARTS "Another State of Mind" dude, check it out and you'll realize that he was punk. Agreed he's no longer punk like he used to but he started as punk just like green day did. They deviated and created their own style eventually. And yes, green day is a joke now. I can't say the same about Mike Ness though.
I actually played and sung this song at a Camp Fire with friends :)
Best music ever
Yes!!! Cheers!!!
@HOTxSAUCExPOPTARTS Because that's punk rock. Green Day's Billy Joel used to wear it as well. Look up "State of Mind Mike Ness" and you'll find out why. Mike explains it there. This guy has been doing it since the 80's. A true punk legend!
Social distortion 4 Life!
Que chingoneria
I swear, even though I am straight, I would squeal like a teenage girl if I ever meet him. He is that awesome.
A
Lol
but he is still sooo handsome and talented. :)
Nice song.are there two guitars?
Jonny plays another guitar?
Omg!!! Me and my dad were thinking the exact same thing! lol
good acoustic
Its in the movie "Another State of Mind"
Mike ness is awsome
fukin sweet straight 2 favs
good job brow
@666Rachael He's getting old, he may not look as good, but he's still an amazing artist
21 Dislikes? We should be able to find these people. Every one of'em. And when we get there, just blast Social D on large ass speakers at their house until they run outside to see what the problem is and then we bash each of their heads in with a Mike Ness lookalike guitar. We'd have a collective fund, Patreon, whatever, that would buy each of the 21 guitars. It's gonna be a bit expensive, average $2500-3000 for the guitar x 21 people, but hey...what a video montage THAT would be! I predict no dislikes and most views ever.
This was backstage at HOB Anaheim...and he was sober.
Yep.
Where was this shot? It looks like it was shot around 2004.
@angelabrice2010 Go to a show and hang out by the bus after. Once the crowd dies down he'll step out.
Three rules: No smoking, No photo's (depending on mood), and no life stories. I met them at a hotel in Athens GA.
@Gartauk1 cheers my good man, been there....doin..story of our lives
The only artist to sound better IRL than on album, Mike Ness.
@ryankrone G C D almost all of Social D's song are those chords,just in a different progression
Story of my life
High school seemed like such a blur
I didn't have much interest in sports or school elections
And in class I dreamed all day 'bout a rock 'n' roll weekend
And the girl in the front of the room
So close yet so far you know she never seemed to notice
That this silly schoolboy crush wasn't just pretend
Life goes by so fast
You only wanna do what you think is right
Close your eyes and it's past
Story of my life
Story of my life
Story of my life
The story of my life
And I went down to my old neighborhood
The faces have all changed, there's no one left to talk to
And the pool hall I loved as a kid is now a 7-11
And I went downtown to look for a job
I had no training, no experience to speak of
And I looked at the holes in my jeans
And I turned and headed back
Life goes by so fast
You only wanna do what you think is right
Close your eyes and it's past
Story of my life
Story of my life
Story of my life
Story of my life
Yeah, good times come and good times go
I only wish the good times would last a little longer
I think about the good times we had
And why they had to end
So I sit at the edge of my bed
I strum my guitar and I sing an Outlaw love song
Thinkin' 'bout what you're doin' now
And when you're comin' back
Life goes by so fast
You only wanna do what you think is right
Close your eyes and it's past
Story of my life
Story of my life
Story of my life
Story of my life
Story of my life
The story of my life
story of my life 1973
Mike Ness is a punk legend. Lately he's just stretching his creativity a little, like all great artists. Look at Henry Rollins for example: he does many other things, but still goes back and remembers where he comes from. And unlike Green Day, he will not forget. Now I need to listen to some Black Flag, or maybe The Ruts...
Jon Grevious wtf u talking about greenday just did a show at gillman street a year or so ago. They play small venues all the time
5 now
does anybody knows where can i get my name on the frets on my acoustic guitar???
anyone got the strum pattern?
by what I see, it's DD UDU, is that right?
Man where was this and who are these lucky bastards?
🔥🤘😘
is it getting any better than this?i don't think so...
When was this?
is he in standard tuning or in Eb? and what fret is capo on?
The song originally doesn't have a kapo
For the past 20 years or so, Mike plays everything in Eb with a capo at the 2nd fret, essentially playing in E#. That is what he does here.
@@imvandenh isnt it the same thing as putting capo on 1st fret in standard tuning?
Like Quien oiga story of mi life en la cuarentena del coronavirus
@HOTxSAUCExPOPTARTS he doesn't wear it anymore.
@swempa666 It's not hard, you just gotta experiment a little bit.
What color eyes does he have? :)
Mr.Sickboy I'm fairly sure that they're blue. :)
black by the looks
What tuning is this in?
+TheMjackson1977 Pretty sure it's E flat
+rockabillylaker Tuning's in E flat, but I think Mike puts a capo on the 2nd fret so it feels more like an F, still the same G, C, D chord shapes for the rhythm, but that's just what I've worked out, hope it's helpful!
mike Ness grosoooooo