This song is what I'm dealing with the same thing but I'm the girlfriend who is being cheated on and I let him come back to wake up to him being gone again back to her the pain is the worst I ever felt
Christians eyes couldn't reckon the pain from toners eyes because she is not Andrea.christian is just a product of one of echos cameras in my house watching us get it on at the stove. He's just a fixed image. Of there sickness.
My mom used to listen to this song over and over. She’s been gone 5 years and listening to it makes me feel close to her. What a sad song. I miss my mom.
You said your mom has been gone for the 5 years now that she used to listen to the song over and over but isn't this a new release? I'm sorry for your loss❤
She gets the so called best because she is his wife not his mistress! There isn’t anything powerful in another woman knowing he is married but still precedes. When will women start supporting women and leave the dirt bags alone!
I love my husband with all of mu heart and soul and I am so grateful that GOD GAVE ME YOU!!!!!!!! My baby forever and for all eternity ❤ Your beautiful wife- J. Wilkerson
When I lost my husband 5 months ago I couldn't find the words to express how I felt when I heard this song tears was pouring down my face uncontrollably God always takes the good one we are the ones that are down here missing them so much my husband and I had.a great 18 years together he was still young 43 I always say " until we meet again " thank you for this song R.I.P. my love
November 2023 and this song still cuts like a knife through my heart. The tears in her eyes. The cry in her voice. Even the expression on Kristian Bush’s face as he plays the guitar. He knows the hurt she’s been through. This song will remain timeless in my book!
This is what I call real country music... it touches your soul and heart. Wish we had more of it being created today instead of all of this shallow commercial junk...
@@sethadams2460it is actually a true story about her as the side chick. The guitarist refused to do another take when the producers wanted to. He said you already put her through enough. Pretty sure it won video of the year
Anyone who's ever been in this situation feels this song on a different level. Shame on the man or woman who awakens a love with no true intentions of nourishing it.
I’m currently going through this now. It’s heartbreaking for me honestly. Her ex always harassed her causing issues with us and she’d leave. I’ve been broken for a while
I agree and it's a powerful song and another powerful song is Sara Evans A Little Bit Stronger cuz you can't let one bad experience or 20 bad experiences break you you have to get stronger otherwise you lose out
Well let me start off by saying as an African-American woman a lot of people don't think we like country music but we love country music this song is so touching to see her cry tears actually brought my knees and tears because as a woman I can relate to this on both ends of the coin haven't always been a proud of my actions put this song has made me stronger still listening to the song in 2024
Not all of us stereotype. I was at the grocery store yesterday and a carload of African American dudes were blasting Metallica out of their super sub/amp stereo in their car. I took my time loading my groceries because I was enjoying the heck out of it.
Music speaks to us ALL! Anyone with a soul❤ the good music that has the power to move our souls. .doesn't matter what type of music it is❤ we're all one❤ fighting this battle together
This literally breaks my heart every time I watch it! Seeing the beautiful and talented Jennifer Nettles get so emotional touches me greatly! This is a fantastic song! And I didn't even know it was sung from the perspective it is when I first heard it several years ago! I still love this song and I love Sugarland! I hope they come out with some new material together soon!
she does get very emotional. . she can probably truly relate to the song probably touches most people we have all vee. in those shoes once.. once shame on you twice shame on me
+robert hastings She wrote this song when she found out that her husband was cheating, and when she gets emotional its because this song is a true reflection of her own situation. :) but yes a great song, and im pretty sure we all can relate to it in one way or another!
every time she sings this I feel itl deep in my soul. She sang it with her whole heart. Almost as if she's really experienced it. Regardless of the topic she sings it beautifully. Soulful music!!
I was married for close to 30 years when my husband left me for a woman at work. It tore me up and almost broke me. The absolute darkest time of my life. Sometimes I was so broken I felt like I couldn’t breath. It’s been 3 years since that day and while I almost can’t stand to remember the feeling of the darkness, I am proud that I made it through a time where I almost gave up. Some people comment that maybe we will be friends in the future when the pain passes. I always reply, absolutely not. I have no desire to relive the absolute betrayal from a man who disposed of me like common trash. No thanks! I spent so many years feeling worthless and alone. I don’t need to live that way ever again.
Sandy, she was going through a divorce at the time so it was emotional to her. That's why it's a great song, the emotion she was feeling came in the song.
Wife of 19 yrs walked out on me and our 5 kids last July. We spent months homeless or in a shelter. After countless 60 hr work weeks I made us a home again. Now after all our struggle and after she's had her fun, she wants back in. It hurts, but after careful consideration I have advised her to stay.....stay gone, stay away. Sad but kind of happy at the same time. God, this song reminds so much of all the times I begged her to love me. In the end it was for the best. Great song
jeez my mom listened to this song a lot when i was a kid because my dad and her got divorced because he cheated , i loved it a lot but i didnt understand why she liked it so much. Now im a 21 year old man now about to cry everytime i hear this song play because i know now she was broken deeply. this song will forever be a healing experience for me 16 years later shes happy remarried living a life i thank god shes living today because the sacrifice she went through working almost 3 jobs to support me and my sister. i can never thank her enough for what she did
The same here my husband cheated on me and it broke my heart it was like I got stabbed a million times I don't know why he did it I gave him the world I treat him the best gave him everything he wanted and I have four kids I raised by myself two jobs taking care of the kids when I will come home we'll get three or four hours of sleep head back to the other job while he was messing around and doing his drugs I didn't know what was going on but I stand hard for my own two feet and hell my head up high for my kids I had to make it every time I hear this song it hurts like I'm getting stabbed all over again by him I don't ever forget him but it's a sin not to forgive somebody so I got forgiven I don't talk to him I don't have nothing to do with him I try to stay away from him because it just brings memories of him abusing me man to leave physically and then while he was doing what he wanted to do without me knowing and it hurts every time somebody will call he will leave and tell me what's going to the corner store you wouldn't come back to the next day so I feel you how you feel for your mother I hope you feel me because my heart is trying thousands of pieces like a jigsaw puzzle I don't know where to begin I'm still by myself making it in this world my kids are growing up I'm glad that I made it I had my head up high to keep going even though I will cry in the nights and the restroom when I was taking a shower I will cry why why did I do wrong I don't know but I gave him the best I gave him the world I will do everything for you and you turn around and stab me billions of times broke my heart into a puzzle well I don't know where to put it back together again so I feel for your mother Gloria Flores
This song helped me walk away and know that I am worth so much more!! Lies and heartache and holding on to someone you love so much, to just be an option.. never again.. my heart still aches but I know that it will heal and I will get what I deserve from someone that deserves me! Thank you for such a great and emotion filled song.. it really touched me and helped me!!
I survived and married a man who loved just me! Married young, at 16 he was 19, got drafted to Vietnam! Came home never the same! Shared him with his mistress, she had a son 6 weeks before I had our daughter! I did this for 12 years, didn't want my daughter to blame me! I married someone else! 22 years together!
I’ve listened to this song 100’s of times over the last 10 years. As she’s singing her eyes are telling a story. It’s as if you can see into her soul and it always brings tears to my eyes.
I love Jennifer's voice. It's strong, powerful and intense, yet fun and upbeat on other songs. Still, the pure raw emotion that she gives us here, puts this song on a whole other level. Seeing her stop singing on that last chorus just beaks me every time!
Mann,when I see her sing,I can feel every heart break,every tear drop,every sleepless night,every prayer asking " God,if I can just have that one person,I wont ask for anything else", all the endless pain and so much more. God,she really,really puts her heart in the song.
This is why cheating is never the answer! It DESTROYS both women you are involved with, AND yourself too 💯 I loved that she did both perspectives in this song, beautifully written and her voice....that of an ANGEL!!! 🙏🏼❤
Yes it does. 10 years and I am still dealing with it. My heart and soul will never be the same. 33 years of faithful marriage 4 combat tour wounded and she left me and I had to recover on my own. Just a year and a half ago I started feeling a little more like the man I used to be and today I am doing good. But still hurts like hell. But I keep moving forward.
I remember vividly as a small child, sitting in the car with my stepmother as she bawled to this song on the radio. I didn't fully understand as a kid, I just knew my dad was hurting her and it was a lot for me to grasp at the time. It wasn't until I got older and realized what the song meant that I bawled at the reality of what my father put her thru. While my stepmother has left me with emotional scars, I still cry when I hear this song, for all the pain he caused her all those years...
If your stepmother "left you with emotional scars", then that's your father's fault too. It's not a step parents job to take care of a child. She didn't bring you into this world. That's the responsibility of your birth parents and it's on your father for not being around and leaving you with his wife.
@@thescourge6989 when you marry someone that already has children you "marry"them too. It's a package deal. If you cant care for thier children then you shouldn't be with them.
A song that became an anthem. A song that evoked so much emotion, so much heartache, so much "real". Jennifer and Christian nailed this one and it will forever stand out as one of the strongest breakup songs. Well done.
I use to play this song over and over again when it came out. I was the wife, but felt like the other woman. My husband spent all his time and affection on other women. This song gave me the strength to say enough. And I left my husband. It was the hardest decision I ever made. He was the love of my life, my whole heart. My husband never thought I would ever leave him. He changed his life completely, and won me back. Our life our love our marriage was happy, unfortunately that was only for a short time. 5 years later he died in my arms at the age of 51. My heart forever broken He was and will always be my 1 true love. Even with all the pain he caused me. I truly loved him, and he did change 100 percent.
My husband and I have now been separated 6 years and divorced 3 yrs. He also was ( at least I thought) was the love of my life. And the 24 and a half years I never saw him doing no wrong and blamed it all on myself. But now i know things I didn't but my heart aches for him still. We were 15 years old and I was 38 when we separated. He's moved on to someone else the one I think was kinda in picture. But my heart feels like it will always be broken. I trust in God and I have to much love to give someone that deserves it as much as me. It's just in his timing and a broken 💔 will be healed. So happy you and your husband reconciled and so sorry for your loss.
It's so sad that her can do it so good there so good they can do it all right on yall I lost my mom 2 years ago I hurt so much sugar land... from cody Barrera y'all
You can see that her green eyes are cloudy Grey. You guys out there, watch your girlfriend's eye color! If it gets brilliant,... prepare to loose your virtue. If it's leaning toward Grey, get ready to loose your girl.
@@marybentley843 think about it from the other side. I'm pretty sure it wasn't her idea... and if you absolutely had to pick a time to die, ... when would be the good time? Lost mine in 08. Feelin' Y'all, Thank God we only have to do it once for each parent !
You know you’ve healed when this song no longer breaks you. ♥️ Such a beautiful song, I will never forget the tears I cried while listening to this song over on replay.
The first guy, I begged. I cried. I still remember the pain. But no one should should have to beg. Eventually I learned. If I am not good enough, then don't stay. I finally know my worth. Be with me for me. If it is not good enough, why don't you leave? Life has been great since.
lher6425 Ive been thru that same shit. I cried and begged him the whole time he was packing. The irony is this year he comes back wanting to work it out. It felt so good to tell him to kiss my behind. Im using my HUSBANDS youtube. So glad I let him walk.
To all you happily married people, thank God you are, because the worst feeling next to loosing a child is to loose the love of your life because she wanted the greener grass on the side of the fence. Then they realize it’s not and comes home like nothing happened. It will tear at your soul and slowly drain everything good about you until you are empty inside. The trauma to your head and heart is like what a soldier gets on the battle field, you will never be the same again. I pray to all the people in love please don’t ever cheat on your partner, leave them first it won’t hurt as bad as cheating. Amen from an empty soul
The "other" woman in his relationship also got her broken. But she was the wise one broke off the relationship. She sent him back to his bed with his wife, even tho she loved him.
Wife of 12 years left me in 2011 & everytime I heard this song it hurt my soul, but years later I'm greater & through it all I stayed strong for our kids whom are grown men now 23 & 20......GOD gives us all tough battles to test our strength.
If you listen carefully to the song, the first part she says "he always goes home", she's the MISTRESS, not the wife, listen carefully. I just heard it and felt so dumb...
It's an understatement to say devastation is what one feels when a marriage ends due to infidelity. I was more than shocked since it was a close friend. I'll keep all who have experienced what I have in a general prayer.
This is one of the most beautifully painful songs ever. The pure emotion Jennifer sings with carves through to the heart. If you have ever been in any position involving infidelity, this song hits deep.
You can feel her pain in this song... I'm up off my knees I'm so tired of being lonely You can't give me what I need When she begs you not to go There is one thing you should know I don't have to live this way Baby, why don't you stay..
I'm not one to listen to country, and typically avoid watching music videos to avoid their marring of my interpretation of the songs... but I stumbled across this while seeking for inspiration in my own work, and I'm so glad I did - despite the heartbreak I felt for you and my now-runny nose and tear-stained cheeks. Thank you for being authentic, for being vulnerable, and for bringing the soul back into the artistry of music. The world needs more of the raw, unfiltered human experience, and less of the shallow content that's being shoved down our throats from all directions. The respect and admiration I've gained for you in less than 5 minutes is astounding.
“ I’ve given you my best, why does she get the best of you?” One of the greatest lyrics I’ve ever heard like I can relate to that one line sooo soo much
I don't think I've ever seen a singer put as much of her Heart into a song . This lady has been there and she has poured all her emotion into this song . What a brilliant performance. 👏 xx
this song breaks me every time I hear it, I was with a man 10 yrs older than me for 6 1/2 yrs he controlled me totally and the abuse I suffered mentally,physically and even sexually was meant to kill me but I survived he would leave me long enough to go to her bed then come home and beat me but being so young with no one to help I was trapped and in the 80's they didn't have the resources we have today, I got away Thank God remarried to a great man but he suffered a massive stroke then a seizure that nearly took him from me now 3 yrs later we are just friends that live under the same roof he feels less a man due to well he can no longer be a true husband but I will never leave or cheat he saved me when I had no one. He is and always will be my one true love.
Hey, hi, I'm from Russia, Moscow, you are a very, very big fellow that told such a story and were not afraid, I hope that you are a very, very beautiful girl, you very, very strong times have experienced such torment and such grief and torment in your of life, well done, you are just an amazing girl, I want everything to be fine, that you smile, and that you no longer allow male bastards to raise your hand against you, I, I don’t want you to cry more, do not cry, let everything will turn out in life for you, I’m a guy, I live in Moscow, I’m 23 years old, I don’t have parents (well, they’re like, but they’re bad, they are traitors, and father and mother), I don’t have a girlfriend, I was once, but she turned out to be much worse than my motherfuckers, the same traitor bitch, after I found out that she had betrayed me, I just picked and hit her, hit him once, packed my things and left, and nothing more connected me with her I just can’t stand the traitors, I despise them, he and they probably think that they are the smartest on earth and that everything is allowed and allowed, I don’t have anyone at all, I alone, alone, survive as I can, I sing songs with country guitar on the streets of Moscow, I don’t have anyone, not a loved one I don’t worry about a person, either friends or a girl, anyone, but I have only me and no one else, and the worst thing is that I’m afraid to be left alone and not to die alone in the hands of a guitar ... Be happy, I believe that you are a very good person, I don’t know where you live, but I’ll kiss you now, that's all, kissed, God bless you ....
3:05 where she finally had enough 3:39 where she realizes she is enough I love how it changes. The "why don't you stay" and "I'm up off my knees" and the rest of that
lmao......u overthinking the song...........Sugarland’s “Stay” is the first of the duo’s chart-topping songs to solely be written by singer Jennifer Nettles. Although she has never lived the storyline of the song, she knew the subject of betrayal is something everyone could relate to, yet she wanted to tell the story from a different viewpoint. The song was written four years ago and inspired by Reba McEntire’s “Whoever’s in New England,” which was written from the perspective of a wife whose husband is cheating on her. Nettles knew countless songs written from that viewpoint but none from the other two people involved. She says most people don’t realize that even the person who is doing the cheating gets hurt as well.
It hurts when I see a wonderful woman getting hurt. In that song I can tell you got hurt. I am so sorry please stay strong and keep singing your beautiful heart out. God bless you
And she deserves to be treated a lot better can't believe she sings a song about someone who doesn't care anymore I remember that feeling everything is gonna be ok.....anyone still listening in 2020
I sometimes think it's not someone.but her own a diction. U know Mr Jones. How the monster lies betrays.uses us.only to spit out the corpse.she was spared now she's being cheeky.laughing in a place few ever fall. Tears as real as the personification of the entity that was her first love her world her forever truest form pure.had the world the decency to not force their chains.and conform.there soft death. And warp the young mind
I understand her pain ...I remember what it was an I caught her red handed ..JENNIFER MY DEAR DON'T EVER GIVE UP....LOVE YOU MORE THAN YOU KNOW..I CAN IDENTIFY WITH THE HURT, ,,,
Jennifer!!!! Just an incredible performance vocally, emotionally, lyrically, and physically!!!! You feel like you are right there with her in this!!! Love the breakdown with her and the Guitar!! Just fantastic! Thank you Jennifer!!!❤
Acording to what I read, this was the first Sugarland song written entirely by Nettles, and she did not think it was all that good, but the other member of Sugarland, Kristian Bush, finally convinced her to let him read the lyrics, and he was blown away. He also stated he feels like a big brother to her...he is a married man. He described how through multiple attempts Nettles kept breaking down crying. It was making him very angry, and he said it was like watching a close friend being tortured, and by Noon he was exhausted emotionally, and just said they would have to peice together the clips, he could not bear to watch this anymore. Even though the end result required dubbing over the parts she was breaking down in, that is what makes this video so powerful. It is almost like she layed bare every emotionally painful thing that had ever happened to her in this video. You can't possibly fake that, or even reproduce it. Sugarland has done this song countless times since, live. In my opinion, none of the subsequent performances carry the raw emotion of this video. I can also easily see why Kristian Bush found it so hard to watch it, but it made for a truly remarkable video that is hard to ever match...the viewers could truly feel the pain. It was real, it was raw, and it was amazing.
Wow I absolutely luv your explanation of this video. It truly portrays the depth of this pain. This is something I relate to personally from both sides. I'm definitely so grateful I've grown.
Thank you Sarge1231 for sharing these details. Though filmed years ago and I'm watching for the first time I feel her pain throughout the video and was wondering am I again being a softy for exceptional acting or is this pain real because every fiber in my being is screaming out for this woman. No one should experience the kind of pain reflected in this song.
I am blown away every time I watch the video. The hard, raw emotion she shows in the video is so powerful. I watched so many attempt to cover this song and they start the video laughing or smiling, and I can't watch.
It really I crazy I was with. a guy he didn't tell me he was married I left him right after I heard this song it woke me up I felt terrible I'm not a home breaker
@@marlenejohnson6468 same with me after almost 2 years found out he was married n kids back in his homeland I straight packed up n left my country last year and it’s still fresh cos I actually fell in love with the guy 😩
Currently going through this… I wish I had the courage and self love to just let go of him. But the love I have for him is much stronger. “I’ve given you my best, why does she get the best of you” tops it off. I do so much for this man for him to tell just go off and tell someone else he loves her too when she doesn’t do anything for him. Any words of encouragement? 😢
It wasn't based on her own experience. The song was inspired by Reba McEntire’s “Whoever’s in New England,” which was written from the perspective of a wife whose husband is cheating on her. Nettles knew countless songs written from that viewpoint but none from the other two people involved. She says most people don’t realize that even the person who is doing the cheating gets hurt as well.
Beth Rightmeyer.. Finally someone else that know's she never lived this experience. If half these Idiot's done a quick Google search they'd know this..
Love this lady and this song so much. I used to sing it and my friend played guitar. It's always been such a hauntingly beautiful song. Thank you Jennifer and Christian.
I don't CARE if you like or don't like country music - if THIS song doesn't move you - I question if you have a heart. Her voice, the way she emotes - and if you're watching and see her eyes - you can't NOT feel something. After all these years, this song STILL chokes me up.
Especially if you were the wife with a cheating husband waiting at home for a man to come home never knowing whose lap he's been in on the way home from work. Song hits me the same way it did the first time I heard it. I'm lucky enough to have a man now that will never do that to me.
Oh that voice! One of the best ever in country music! Just superb. Would love to hear a new song from her---- even former president Obama made a favorable comment about her voice! 💕 🌹 rosita
I feel the same way Victoria. I don't know if it's the passion she puts in it or the message it relays, but I always end up in tears and yet can't stop listening to it. Glutton for punishment???
She’s better live believe it or not!!! Saw her in Valdosta Ga many years ago. Zac Brown band was new and opened for her. Omg what a voice! And she’s a tiny little thing!
One of if not THE most heartfelt performances of any song videos I have ever seen. That was absolutely awesome. A beautiful lady with an incredible voice.
Everything about this music video is so spot on. The black background, the casual look, the hair just slightly disheveled instead of being perfectly in place... it allows the viewer to really focus on the emotion she's feeling. So heartbreakingly beautiful. Most of us know the deep aching pain of a failed relationship and too many of us know what it's like to be the second choice. None of us have to live this way! We are all strong enough to know our worth and move on ❤️
@louszoo or he could be stepping out on her with his side chick or other girlfriend. I've had a guy try to juggle me and another woman and the second I found out I wasn't his only choice I broke it off. But some people don't move on when they find out their SO is cheating. They try to make their home "better" to keep their partner. I 100% don't agree with someone sleeping with a married man/woman, but this song can also apply to a different situation
What makes the song and video so special is that it’s her raw and genuine emotions that was not choreographed. From the start of music videos with MTV etc, in early 80’s, I have never seen the singer choke up in tears unable to stay synced with the song and not retake. She insisted on leaving it as is but not to play on people’s emotions to promote herself or the song. It was spontaneous during filming and she let the world see her genuinely vulnerable and relatable to viewers being real and not fabricate a false connection most of us have experienced.
@davidkriete654 yes I had heard from somewhere that they were even trying to check on her during filming. They wanted to stop because they could tell it was genuine emotion but she kept going through with it. I wasn't able to fact check that but if it's true it just makes this song so much more relatable
My sister was showing me this song, and I could see her pain in her eyes. God, what a strong woman. Wish I could hug her. Lord knows I've felt this pain, and it's not fair 💔💔💔
One of the best videos ever made... that raw emotion just pouring out of her... my God. I can't relate to the song exactly, but it's beautiful and the look on her face in the video just makes me break down every time. I just want to hug her.
I have my roots in rock and roll and at 59 starting to really enjoy so much country music. In the past I've been a fan of country pop crossovers like, The Dixie Chicks, k.d.lang, etc... now I find I'm listening to bands like Sugarland, Lady Antebellum and various singer-songwriters. Any suggestions in who to listen to given that I love this song and the singer? I spent all of yesterday listening to Allison Krauss. Thank you!!! elliedeprima@gmail.com
After 15 years of marriage, I was that man. I ripped two families apart for selfishness. It doesn’t matter what is going on in a relationship, it’s never right to cheat. You never “owe to yourself” to cheat. My wife divorced me. I deserve every bit of hell I got from her for the hell I put her through. Through Gods forgiveness and a lot of work, my wife and I were remarried. That was 8 years ago. She has shown me grace and forgiveness that I don’t deserve. I will never take her for granted again.
This song is from the perspective of the other women, not the wife. Do you know, ever wonder or even care how the other woman in your relationship is doing today - 8 years later? Hopefully, like the lyrics she too, is up off her knees and no longer lonely, living a good and honest life ... the other woman deserves grace and forgiveness, too. Don't we all? 💔❤🩹❤💕
@@tzuro70 and my comment was from the man’s perspective. What’s your point. The woman in this song knew she was the side chick. Turns out the other woman cheated with another man after me. I guess some people are just that way.
@@tzuro70 that is exactly why I asked for your point to your comment. I don’t wish her any ill will, but couldn’t care less to know how she is, or what she’s up to. And yes, really, side “chick” is a very common term used to describe a woman engaging in affairs with someone else’s partner. If you’re implying that is a derogatory term, it is. And a fitting one for a person willfully cheating.
This song reminds me of the time back in 2018 when i got cheated on and she walked away from me with my cousin and now i am kinda glad that happened because now i know how to show someone i really love them and that i should't get so much attached to someone like i was with her cause i think that's what cause us to break up in the end
I like the last third of this song where she's up off her knees and is moving on. so motivational for me. too many times I've had my heart broken to someone that doesn't love me
Ive been through it more tines then I cant count but my fiance I have now is not like this he loves me with everything he has and he does more for me then anyone ive ever been with it took so many years to find him it was love at first sight with us hes the best thing that has ever happened to me cant wait till the day we get married and start a family
I’m pretty sure everyone in 2020 is still listening to this song in 2020 and ima sure they love ❤️ it and that’s mean u dont have to say so yeah I’m not trying to be mean
Somehow I missed this song when it came out. The clarity for me somewhere and I realized that she is the other woman and the emotion level amps up...I got lost in the video and her voice and tears came to my eyes. I have watched this over and over and it is still powerful so powefurl her voice is so sorrowful. My hert aches for her....and the single tear...what power
@@rhondaboncutter5812 the passion we once felt for each other turned to complacency , that's when I found more love in a bottle . Been chasing ghosts from then on .
@@mikelcage6438 yeah man alcohol feels like the ultimate friend to kill solitary in these times but it also do one thing that is slowly destroying from inside(the organs)
This was an amazing song when it came out and still is today. So much talent and emotion. If you don’t feel moved by this song check your heartbeat. Sugar land is an amazing group!
A+ on both the vocal performance and the acting too in the music 🎵 video! Pure, raw emotion! She looks like she's on the verge of tears and breaking down and I can imagine any woman who's been in the same situation can relate
First heard this song performed on the CMA Awards. I was in a loveless marriage with a woman that preferred to be anywhere in the world in her free time but with me. No one cheated, just way unhappy and SO alone! When I heard the last verse, where she figures out "I don't have to live this way!", the song resonated. I must have replayed that song on my DVR 12 times that night and really listening to that last verse. I believe hearing that song the first time was my catalyst to leaving and building a better life. Now 13 years later, I have a new loving wife and family and I don't even recognize the man I was with my ex. If you are in a similar spot, believe me, there is a better life and starting over can be the best, and hardest thing you'll ever do, but it's SO worth it!
I so agree with you. I was in an unhappy marriage and I made the move as painful as it was to do. But I did it. Now almost 20 years later I feel the same way. However I lost the love of my life 7yrs ago. a very loving relationship one that i will cherish and probably will never have again.
*As a minister friend of mine said years ago: Without a MESS...there is no MESSAGE(🗒), without PAIN...there is no HEALING(🤕😎) and without RAIN...there is no RAINBOW(🌈).*
As a fan of music from Mozart to pink Floyd Metallica, Megadeth Seether garth Brooks Kieth Whitley , How can 20k people dislike this? Even if if is not your genre of music is an amazing piece of art. I feel sorry for closed minded people.Art is Art period doesn't matter the shades or colors. This is beautiful!
Jason Jewell, The music is beautiful, I love the beat, but I despise the song/lyrics, because I was the wife, the ‘home’ calling, while he was out running around on me.
Her pain and vulnerability coinciding with her beauty and that angel of a voice made this a forever rememberable hit that at the time destroyed the competition! PERFECTION!!! 💯
Christian’s eyes look so melancholy. He can feel the pain she’s expressing. That’s a forever friend.
He actually had them stop having her sing it after a few times of recording it
He wanted to stop recording Jennifer wanted to continue to film. I know this is a fact. My twin daughters' mom is married to Jennifer's brother
This song is what I'm dealing with the same thing but I'm the girlfriend who is being cheated on and I let him come back to wake up to him being gone again back to her the pain is the worst I ever felt
Christians eyes couldn't reckon the pain from toners eyes because she is not Andrea.christian is just a product of one of echos cameras in my house watching us get it on at the stove. He's just a fixed image. Of there sickness.
@@AngelHernandez-yb4fwalmost may 24 . She is the best
My mom used to listen to this song over and over. She’s been gone 5 years and listening to it makes me feel close to her. What a sad song. I miss my mom.
I’m sorry for your loss. Sending love
I’m so so so sorry for your loss, sweetie!!!!❤❤❤❤❤️❤️❤️❤️🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰😘😘😘😘😘😘😘😘 (7/23/24)
You said your mom has been gone for the 5 years now that she used to listen to the song over and over but isn't this a new release?
I'm sorry for your loss❤
@@NancyBaker-gc4yd this video has been up for 14 years. What are you talking about?
@@poethamilton5458Nancy just discovered youtube in 2024 🤣
“I’ve given you my best, why does she get the best of you?” Is so powerful.
She gets the so called best because she is his wife not his mistress! There isn’t anything powerful in another woman knowing he is married but still precedes. When will women start supporting women and leave the dirt bags alone!
Amen!!
Here, here!
Best song lyric ever!!!
I love my husband with all of mu heart and soul and I am so grateful that GOD GAVE ME YOU!!!!!!!! My baby forever and for all eternity ❤ Your beautiful wife- J. Wilkerson
When I lost my husband 5 months ago I couldn't find the words to express how I felt when I heard this song tears was pouring down my face uncontrollably God always takes the good one we are the ones that are down here missing them so much my husband and I had.a great 18 years together he was still young 43 I always say " until we meet again " thank you for this song R.I.P. my love
November 2023 and this song still cuts like a knife through my heart. The tears in her eyes. The cry in her voice. Even the expression on Kristian Bush’s face as he plays the guitar. He knows the hurt she’s been through. This song will remain timeless in my book!
This is what I call real country music... it touches your soul and heart. Wish we had more of it being created today instead of all of this shallow commercial junk...
WORD'S WELL SPOKEN!!! HITS CLOSE TO HOME... I was the Guy she referring to 😢
I see I'm not the only one that loves this song
It’s from the side chicks perspective which makes it even better
@@sethadams2460it is actually a true story about her as the side chick.
The guitarist refused to do another take when the producers wanted to. He said you already put her through enough.
Pretty sure it won video of the year
Anyone who's ever been in this situation feels this song on a different level. Shame on the man or woman who awakens a love with no true intentions of nourishing it.
Wow no truer words have ever been spoken. Awesome quote.
I’m currently going through this now. It’s heartbreaking for me honestly. Her ex always harassed her causing issues with us and she’d leave. I’ve been broken for a while
I agree and it's a powerful song and another powerful song is Sara Evans A Little Bit Stronger cuz you can't let one bad experience or 20 bad experiences break you you have to get stronger otherwise you lose out
@@justinbunn3273 you will pull through brother.🙏
I it's easier to be alone, I guess those deployments finally caught up w/ me. It doesn't hurt when I was better off being by myself.
Her emotion while performing this song appears as if she's reliving a personal moment. 100% chills.
She was, research it
Just looked it up - Jennifer wrote this song. It’s as personal as it could be.
A lot of tears and sometimes a lot of pain😅
This is what real music is.
Sounds like what my life was. Brought me to tears.😢
No one tops the emotion she sings the song with.. No not even Dolly. Not even a conversation this girl nailed it...!
She played Dolly’s mom in the movie about Dolly’s life. She’s a fantastic actress. Also, I love Jennifer Nettles.
Dolly is the queen 👸🏼
This song will never not give me chills
Well let me start off by saying as an African-American woman a lot of people don't think we like country music but we love country music this song is so touching to see her cry tears actually brought my knees and tears because as a woman I can relate to this on both ends of the coin haven't always been a proud of my actions put this song has made me stronger still listening to the song in 2024
Not all of us stereotype. I was at the grocery store yesterday and a carload of African American dudes were blasting Metallica out of their super sub/amp stereo in their car. I took my time loading my groceries because I was enjoying the heck out of it.
everyone should be able to enjoy every kind of music..it soothsayer the soul ❤❤❤
sooths the soul
Music speaks to us ALL! Anyone with a soul❤ the good music that has the power to move our souls. .doesn't matter what type of music it is❤ we're all one❤ fighting this battle together
She bodied this...and the emotions she gives gave me chills. This is a song we can all relate too
This literally breaks my heart every time I watch it! Seeing the beautiful and talented Jennifer Nettles get so emotional touches me greatly! This is a fantastic song! And I didn't even know it was sung from the perspective it is when I first heard it several years ago! I still love this song and I love Sugarland! I hope they come out with some new material together soon!
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+Matthew Lemay It's almost like this is personal to her. It's that or either she's a great actress.
+Matthew Lemay she sang it when she was going through a divorce
she does get very emotional. . she can probably truly relate to the song probably touches most people we have all vee. in those shoes once.. once shame on you twice shame on me
+robert hastings She wrote this song when she found out that her husband was cheating, and when she gets emotional its because this song is a true reflection of her own situation. :) but yes a great song, and im pretty sure we all can relate to it in one way or another!
November 2024 anyone?❤️
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One of the most heart-wrenching songs ever written. Beautifully performed by Jennifer. Thank you for this masterpiece.
I thought this song was 2022. Of course it isn't 😅 songs these days don't have any emotion.
🤣🤣All of you feeling sorry for a woman sleeping with someone's husband.
@@jennief7114 that's what I always think when I hear this song, like its emotional & beautifully composed but its ultimately about cheating 😅
@@skullgirrl757 well it is country music
every time she sings this I feel itl deep in my soul. She sang it with her whole heart. Almost as if she's really experienced it. Regardless of the topic she sings it beautifully. Soulful music!!
I was married for close to 30 years when my husband left me for a woman at work. It tore me up and almost broke me. The absolute darkest time of my life. Sometimes I was so broken I felt like I couldn’t breath. It’s been 3 years since that day and while I almost can’t stand to remember the feeling of the darkness, I am proud that I made it through a time where I almost gave up. Some people comment that maybe we will be friends in the future when the pain passes. I always reply, absolutely not. I have no desire to relive the absolute betrayal from a man who disposed of me like common trash. No thanks! I spent so many years feeling worthless and alone. I don’t need to live that way ever again.
Hello Ann how are you doing today
God bless you I'm going through 20 years for him to cheat every chance he can it's about killed me but I will survive thank you 🙏
Terminally single here because 30 years & 5 husbands proved this song would never not be my daily life.
Hope you are well.
I'm the same way.
Sweet Ann I hope you’re well my friend ❤
I'm ready to cry - who hasn't felt this pain? she is an artist! She should have 20 grammy awards.
I haven't felt this pain. I've never slept with a married man.
Sandy Cant say ive ever been a homewrecker sleeping w married people no
Its her husband cheating. I know the pain. Im coming up off my knees now
🙋🏾♂️ I’ve felt it
I've never been with a married man and I hate homewrecker
She's still got it! This is how country is suppose to sound!
Beautiful voice.
The raw emotion in her voice and on her face adds SO much to this song. Absolutely love this song!
Hello Sandy how are you doing today
Sandy, she was going through a divorce at the time so it was emotional to her. That's why it's a great song, the emotion she was feeling came in the song.
The background story with her is so sad
You was beautiful just the way you were
I had no idea she was going through that but the raw emotion she gave to that song was enough to see something wasn't right in her life@@jamescook6564
Wife of 19 yrs walked out on me and our 5 kids last July. We spent months homeless or in a shelter. After countless 60 hr work weeks I made us a home again. Now after all our struggle and after she's had her fun, she wants back in. It hurts, but after careful consideration I have advised her to stay.....stay gone, stay away. Sad but kind of happy at the same time. God, this song reminds so much of all the times I begged her to love me. In the end it was for the best. Great song
Roman Gallardo Let her stay gone - she doesn't deserve you and your kids.
But it's life
I hope it works out for you all man give you all of my heart to you bub
Sending u blessings many many blessings♡♡♡
Respect. You're a strong individual and a great father.
jeez my mom listened to this song a lot when i was a kid because my dad and her got divorced because he cheated , i loved it a lot but i didnt understand why she liked it so much. Now im a 21 year old man now about to cry everytime i hear this song play because i know now she was broken deeply. this song will forever be a healing experience for me
16 years later shes happy remarried living a life i thank god shes living today because the sacrifice she went through working almost 3 jobs to support me and my sister. i can never thank her enough for what she did
wow what a great mom
Your comment touched me deeply. So many women can relate to this song I'm so happy for your mom. I love stories like this💖
The same here my husband cheated on me and it broke my heart it was like I got stabbed a million times I don't know why he did it I gave him the world I treat him the best gave him everything he wanted and I have four kids I raised by myself two jobs taking care of the kids when I will come home we'll get three or four hours of sleep head back to the other job while he was messing around and doing his drugs I didn't know what was going on but I stand hard for my own two feet and hell my head up high for my kids I had to make it every time I hear this song it hurts like I'm getting stabbed all over again by him I don't ever forget him but it's a sin not to forgive somebody so I got forgiven I don't talk to him I don't have nothing to do with him I try to stay away from him because it just brings memories of him abusing me man to leave physically and then while he was doing what he wanted to do without me knowing and it hurts every time somebody will call he will leave and tell me what's going to the corner store you wouldn't come back to the next day so I feel you how you feel for your mother I hope you feel me because my heart is trying thousands of pieces like a jigsaw puzzle I don't know where to begin I'm still by myself making it in this world my kids are growing up I'm glad that I made it I had my head up high to keep going even though I will cry in the nights and the restroom when I was taking a shower I will cry why why did I do wrong I don't know but I gave him the best I gave him the world I will do everything for you and you turn around and stab me billions of times broke my heart into a puzzle well I don't know where to put it back together again so I feel for your mother Gloria Flores
MaY GOD BLESS YOU, YOUR SISTER,YOUR MOM ,HER HUSBAND AND YOUR FAMILY!!
That’s good to hear your mom is now happy again!
So much pain, so much grief, and so much regret. I just want it to be over. Im ready to go home, Lord Jesus.
Don’t say that brother, talk to me what’s wrong
God bless you, sweetie!!!!! I’m so so so so so so sorry!!!!!!!!!!!😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺 (8/3/24)
Jennifer Nettles has such an amazing voice!!! The way she sings this song is something that really gets to you. Such a powerful voice!!!
This song helped me walk away and know that I am worth so much more!! Lies and heartache and holding on to someone you love so much, to just be an option.. never again.. my heart still aches but I know that it will heal and I will get what I deserve from someone that deserves me! Thank you for such a great and emotion filled song.. it really touched me and helped me!!
You will get through this ❤️
@@laurelcounsell4 Thank you, I'm trying!
Yes
Amen same here
I survived and married a man who loved just me! Married young, at 16 he was 19, got drafted to Vietnam! Came home never the same! Shared him with his mistress, she had a son 6 weeks before I had our daughter! I did this for 12 years, didn't want my daughter to blame me! I married someone else! 22 years together!
I’ve listened to this song 100’s of times over the last 10 years. As she’s singing her eyes are telling a story. It’s as if you can see into her soul and it always brings tears to my eyes.
She is a great actress. Watch coat of many colors.she plays dolly partons mom.
She’s been there….period ….
i noticed that as well and it hurts
Same
I agree never personally experienced this but damn the raw emotions..the crying the lip shaking....wow
I love Jennifer's voice. It's strong, powerful and intense, yet fun and upbeat on other songs.
Still, the pure raw emotion that she gives us here, puts this song on a whole other level.
Seeing her stop singing on that last chorus just beaks me every time!
This song still hits me 13 years later. What an incredible performance by an amazing vocalist.
Indeed. It’s like a fine wine.
It’s better every time you return for another sip.
(I just wish I could stop crying every time I return)
❤️ to all.
This song is about a side chick that is jealous 🤣
Amy lee gemstone! Righteous gemstones
Ikr...
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Mann,when I see her sing,I can feel every heart break,every tear drop,every sleepless night,every prayer asking " God,if I can just have that one person,I wont ask for anything else", all the endless pain and so much more.
God,she really,really puts her heart in the song.
I know,because I have been thru it, DAMN IT HURTS.
Yes indeed!
this song will never get old. the simplicity of the acoustic guitar combined with Jennifer's vocals makes my heart ache 💔❤️ in a good way
She’s so beautiful and her heart pours out in every song she sings.. she will always be a all time great..
@@michaelcaltrider9430 I couldn’t agree more 🙌🏻 💯
This is why cheating is never the answer! It DESTROYS both women you are involved with, AND yourself too 💯 I loved that she did both perspectives in this song, beautifully written and her voice....that of an ANGEL!!! 🙏🏼❤
Yes it does. 10 years and I am still dealing with it. My heart and soul will never be the same. 33 years of faithful marriage 4 combat tour wounded and she left me and I had to recover on my own. Just a year and a half ago I started feeling a little more like the man I used to be and today I am doing good. But still hurts like hell. But I keep moving forward.
Or both men not just men cheat you know
I remember vividly as a small child, sitting in the car with my stepmother as she bawled to this song on the radio. I didn't fully understand as a kid, I just knew my dad was hurting her and it was a lot for me to grasp at the time. It wasn't until I got older and realized what the song meant that I bawled at the reality of what my father put her thru. While my stepmother has left me with emotional scars, I still cry when I hear this song, for all the pain he caused her all those years...
sorry, sometimes we are so cold to one another
If your stepmother "left you with emotional scars", then that's your father's fault too. It's not a step parents job to take care of a child. She didn't bring you into this world. That's the responsibility of your birth parents and it's on your father for not being around and leaving you with his wife.
@@thescourge6989 Nah, don't marry someone with kids if you're not going to be a parent to them. That's a stupid and unrealistic take.
@@thescourge6989 when you marry someone that already has children you "marry"them too. It's a package deal. If you cant care for thier children then you shouldn't be with them.
@@bekblackwell2492 Exactly! It's a package 📦 deal.
A song that became an anthem. A song that evoked so much emotion, so much heartache, so much "real". Jennifer and Christian nailed this one and it will forever stand out as one of the strongest breakup songs. Well done.
He wanted to stop recording, and she was the one that wanted to keep going.
It’s actually not a break up song as such. Do you know what & who this song is rumoured to be about?
I use to play this song over and over again when it came out. I was the wife, but felt like the other woman. My husband spent all his time and affection on other women. This song gave me the strength to say enough. And I left my husband. It was the hardest decision I ever made. He was the love of my life, my whole heart. My husband never thought I would ever leave him. He changed his life completely, and won me back. Our life our love our marriage was happy, unfortunately that was only for a short time. 5 years later he died in my arms at the age of 51. My heart forever broken He was and will always be my 1 true love. Even with all the pain he caused me. I truly loved him, and he did change 100 percent.
You give me hope
You’re an angel 👼 God bless you.
I’m truly sorry but I’m glad you two reconciled for a little while…bless you stay strong sweetheart ♥️
My husband and I have now been separated 6 years and divorced 3 yrs. He also was ( at least I thought) was the love of my life. And the 24 and a half years I never saw him doing no wrong and blamed it all on myself. But now i know things I didn't but my heart aches for him still. We were 15 years old and I was 38 when we separated. He's moved on to someone else the one I think was kinda in picture. But my heart feels like it will always be broken. I trust in God and I have to much love to give someone that deserves it as much as me. It's just in his timing and a broken 💔 will be healed.
So happy you and your husband reconciled and so sorry for your loss.
This here! Felt this
For those of you who struggle with someone who cheated or can't commit to you, remember this; A true lover can't be stolen from you.
I agree wholeheartedly
So true thank you for making my day😜😜😍❤😭
@@feliciacarroll4324 Thank you thats so true
WOW thank you that statement , hearing it feeling it thx again
A real lover won't leave you for some floozy
The Tears in her eyes are just heartbreaking. She's so beautiful.
It's so sad that her can do it so good there so good they can do it all right on yall I lost my mom 2 years ago I hurt so much sugar land... from cody Barrera y'all
You can see that her green eyes are cloudy Grey. You guys out there, watch your girlfriend's eye color! If it gets brilliant,... prepare to loose your virtue. If it's leaning toward Grey, get ready to loose your girl.
@@marybentley843 think about it from the other side. I'm pretty sure it wasn't her idea... and if you absolutely had to pick a time to die, ... when would be the good time?
Lost mine in 08. Feelin' Y'all,
Thank God we only have to do it once for each parent !
They had to stop the video so many times because she broke out in tears
@@marybentley843 .
You know you’ve healed when this song no longer breaks you. ♥️
Such a beautiful song, I will never forget the tears I cried while listening to this song over on replay.
Yeah well I can’t stop crying and I hate it
I couldn't say it any better
It appears I have not yet healed
What if it still breaks you? Your the wife.... years of being together, but in his th heart you are the side peace!
I listen to this still & im so glad I’m not bothered anymore
Jennifer was almost in tears at the end, shows you how much she puts into a song.
The first guy, I begged. I cried. I still remember the pain. But no one should should have to beg. Eventually I learned. If I am not good enough, then don't stay. I finally know my worth. Be with me for me. If it is not good enough, why don't you leave? Life has been great since.
her husband went out on her.. that's why she gets so emotional
lher6425 Ive been thru that same shit. I cried and begged him the whole time he was packing. The irony is this year he comes back wanting to work it out. It felt so good to tell him to kiss my behind. Im using my HUSBANDS youtube. So glad I let him walk.
actually no.
Yeah....don't steal other's husbands! Mine was.
Vickie Lane ummm...no...
Other way around.
To all you happily married people, thank God you are, because the worst feeling next to loosing a child is to loose the love of your life because she wanted the greener grass on the side of the fence. Then they realize it’s not and comes home like nothing happened. It will tear at your soul and slowly drain everything good about you until you are empty inside. The trauma to your head and heart is like what a soldier gets on the battle field, you will never be the same again. I pray to all the people in love please don’t ever cheat on your partner, leave them first it won’t hurt as bad as cheating. Amen from an empty soul
dear empty soul … fill it up with garden and dogs and fishing… works for me ..
The "other" woman in his relationship also got her broken. But she was the wise one broke off the relationship. She sent him back to his bed with his wife, even tho she loved him.
Telling me i "shudve done it sooner" ' im lucky'
@@lynnb6990as she should have. She was the intruder
you don't let a stray dog back.
Hard to believe her husband cheated on her, but she writes a song as if she is the mistress and the mistress feelings. Jennifer is amazing.
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I did not know that. Thank you for that info
Didn't 3that's what happened.. after all this time wow
Think about it. Wives have the same feelings. Listen to the words, it's easily from a wife's viewpoint.
this song is brilliant cuz it can be from both sides
Wife of 12 years left me in 2011 & everytime I heard this song it hurt my soul, but years later I'm greater & through it all I stayed strong for our kids whom are grown men now 23 & 20......GOD gives us all tough battles to test our strength.
Yes he does and right now mine are through the roof!
Breaks my heart to see her sing this song and the emotion behind it. Yes...its ok for men to cry.
I am right now
Yup
Yes it is ok
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I cry every damn time I hear this song, her emotion and beautiful voice is heart shattering.
"Ive given you my best... why does she get the best of you???" - very powerful
Miki Nunya because she promised herself to him, and him to her, when they married. I love this song, but it's also sad
Miki Nunya indeed
You get to legitimately tell people "Nunya Business" all the time! Sweet.
If you listen carefully to the song, the first part she says "he always goes home", she's the MISTRESS, not the wife, listen carefully. I just heard it and felt so dumb...
yes it is suglarland rocks
The passion in this video will forever be remembered. She literally poured her heart into this song.
you don't know how to use the word literally.
@@brianbytheocean and so the fuck what. Dont be RUDE. you never know what someone is going through.
♡♡♡♡
@@brianbytheocean he used
He used the word just fine stop it!
It's an understatement to say devastation is what one feels when a marriage ends due to infidelity. I was more than shocked since it was a close friend. I'll keep all who have experienced what I have in a general prayer.
The tears in her eyes while singing this song is just simply beautiful …
Most incredible video performance ever on a song. The look and feel of pain in her eyes is so palpable!!!
No matter how many times I see this it always makes me cry. She just squeezes it right out of my eyes, and I’m a big, ‘ol tough man for heck’s sake!
Lmfao me too and a biker and a hard rock fan. Don't tell my friends.
You guys are awesome for admitting that but how can anyone not love it, I love hard rock but I'll listen to whatever lmao
This is one of the most beautifully painful songs ever. The pure emotion Jennifer sings with carves through to the heart. If you have ever been in any position involving infidelity, this song hits deep.
You can feel her pain in this song...
I'm up off my knees
I'm so tired of being lonely
You can't give me what I need
When she begs you not to go
There is one thing you should know
I don't have to live this way
Baby, why don't you stay..
Great song. Jennifer Nettles is a awesome singer with a powerful voice
Robert Jelgersma Can I tell you I so agree. Im her new biggest fan :-)
Magdalena Cancel yes you may. I have been a big fan of Jennifer since I first heard her..
Bob Everson it really is...
"I'm so tired of being lonely...."
I say that every night as I cry myself to sleep....
I'm not one to listen to country, and typically avoid watching music videos to avoid their marring of my interpretation of the songs... but I stumbled across this while seeking for inspiration in my own work, and I'm so glad I did - despite the heartbreak I felt for you and my now-runny nose and tear-stained cheeks. Thank you for being authentic, for being vulnerable, and for bringing the soul back into the artistry of music. The world needs more of the raw, unfiltered human experience, and less of the shallow content that's being shoved down our throats from all directions. The respect and admiration I've gained for you in less than 5 minutes is astounding.
KAT HE WILL BE BACK
Hi Kat 👋
She's a homewrecker crying about a man who won't leave his wife? This should not be inspiring? ha ha ha ha
Perfectly put!
“ I’ve given you my best, why does she get the best of you?” One of the greatest lyrics I’ve ever heard like I can relate to that one line sooo soo much
Cause I treat her like a queen
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I don't think I've ever seen a singer put as much of her Heart into a song .
This lady has been there and she has poured all her emotion into this song . What a brilliant performance. 👏 xx
Just looking at the expression on Jennifer's face makes me want to break out in tears.
this song breaks me every time I hear it, I was with a man 10 yrs older than me for 6 1/2 yrs he controlled me totally and the abuse I suffered mentally,physically and even sexually was meant to kill me but I survived he would leave me long enough to go to her bed then come home and beat me but being so young with no one to help I was trapped and in the 80's they didn't have the resources we have today, I got away Thank God remarried to a great man but he suffered a massive stroke then a seizure that nearly took him from me now 3 yrs later we are just friends that live under the same roof he feels less a man due to well he can no longer be a true husband but I will never leave or cheat he saved me when I had no one. He is and always will be my one true love.
Your heart is beautiful...
Love is way more than sex. You are lucky to have eachother.
Hey, hi, I'm from Russia, Moscow, you are a very, very big fellow that told such a story and were not afraid, I hope that you are a very, very beautiful girl, you very, very strong times have experienced such torment and such grief and torment in your of life, well done, you are just an amazing girl, I want everything to be fine, that you smile, and that you no longer allow male bastards to raise your hand against you, I, I don’t want you to cry more, do not cry, let everything will turn out in life for you, I’m a guy, I live in Moscow, I’m 23 years old, I don’t have parents (well, they’re like, but they’re bad, they are traitors, and father and mother), I don’t have a girlfriend, I was once, but she turned out to be much worse than my motherfuckers, the same traitor bitch, after I found out that she had betrayed me, I just picked and hit her, hit him once, packed my things and left, and nothing more connected me with her I just can’t stand the traitors, I despise them, he and they probably think that they are the smartest on earth and that everything is allowed and allowed, I don’t have anyone at all, I alone, alone, survive as I can, I sing songs with country guitar on the streets of Moscow, I don’t have anyone, not a loved one I don’t worry about a person, either friends or a girl, anyone, but I have only me and no one else, and the worst thing is that I’m afraid to be left alone and not to die alone in the hands of a guitar ...
Be happy, I believe that you are a very good person, I don’t know where you live, but I’ll kiss you now, that's all, kissed, God bless you ....
You are a great woman. If you do leave him please be honest. Men can take honestly not games.
Your stronger than you think...
3:05 where she finally had enough
3:39 where she realizes she is enough
I love how it changes. The "why don't you stay" and "I'm up off my knees" and the rest of that
You are right
lmao......u overthinking the song...........Sugarland’s “Stay” is the first of the duo’s chart-topping songs to solely be written by singer Jennifer Nettles. Although she has never lived the storyline of the song, she knew the subject of betrayal is something everyone could relate to, yet she wanted to tell the story from a different viewpoint.
The song was written four years ago and inspired by Reba McEntire’s “Whoever’s in New England,” which was written from the perspective of a wife whose husband is cheating on her. Nettles knew countless songs written from that viewpoint but none from the other two people involved. She says most people don’t realize that even the person who is doing the cheating gets hurt as well.
@@jackgibbs320 ok. That's cool.but I'm listening to the lyrics and that's what it says.
Chloemartin cat
Kaitlin amen man
It hurts when I see a wonderful woman getting hurt. In that song I can tell you got hurt. I am so sorry please stay strong and keep singing your beautiful heart out. God bless you
Who's still listening in 2019? I am!
I can hear the pain in her voice and see it in her eyes. 😫💔
I sure am
jazzelly &boo
Ditto
Oh, yes!
Me
And she deserves to be treated a lot better can't believe she sings a song about someone who doesn't care anymore I remember that feeling everything is gonna be ok.....anyone still listening in 2020
She wrote this song literally as a reply to a Reba song. It's not a true story.
shes kinda like a actress.might be fake shes to toughto take ----
I sometimes think it's not someone.but her own a diction. U know Mr Jones. How the monster lies betrays.uses us.only to spit out the corpse.she was spared now she's being cheeky.laughing in a place few ever fall. Tears as real as the personification of the entity that was her first love her world her forever truest form pure.had the world the decency to not force their chains.and conform.there soft death. And warp the young mind
I understand her pain ...I remember what it was an I caught her red handed
..JENNIFER MY DEAR DON'T EVER GIVE UP....LOVE YOU MORE THAN YOU KNOW..I CAN IDENTIFY WITH THE HURT, ,,,
Still loved this song
I'm not a fan of Sugarland but this girl can sing her ass off. Freakin amazing voice. love her.
I don't know many of there songs but I love this song , so touching , and seeing how emotional she gets when singing this makes me love it even more
+Kim Pate If you have not seen her perform "His Hands" with Brandy Clark you are missing another really GREAT song by her.
+Kim Pate Yes! I love when they put emotions with their words. Singing with blank expressions isn't right.
+Adrian Miller From what I understand, Jennifer is only the second female to write and perform a winning SINGLE OF THE YEAR. She is just amazing.
i wouldn't have left her
Jennifer!!!! Just an incredible performance vocally, emotionally, lyrically, and physically!!!! You feel like you are right there with her in this!!!
Love the breakdown with her and the Guitar!! Just fantastic!
Thank you Jennifer!!!❤
Acording to what I read, this was the first Sugarland song written entirely by Nettles, and she did not think it was all that good, but the other member of Sugarland, Kristian Bush, finally convinced her to let him read the lyrics, and he was blown away. He also stated he feels like a big brother to her...he is a married man. He described how through multiple attempts Nettles kept breaking down crying. It was making him very angry, and he said it was like watching a close friend being tortured, and by Noon he was exhausted emotionally, and just said they would have to peice together the clips, he could not bear to watch this anymore. Even though the end result required dubbing over the parts she was breaking down in, that is what makes this video so powerful. It is almost like she layed bare every emotionally painful thing that had ever happened to her in this video. You can't possibly fake that, or even reproduce it. Sugarland has done this song countless times since, live. In my opinion, none of the subsequent performances carry the raw emotion of this video. I can also easily see why Kristian Bush found it so hard to watch it, but it made for a truly remarkable video that is hard to ever match...the viewers could truly feel the pain. It was real, it was raw, and it was amazing.
Beautifully said Sarge1231
Wow I absolutely luv your explanation of this video. It truly portrays the depth of this pain. This is something I relate to personally from both sides. I'm definitely so grateful I've grown.
Thank you Sarge1231 for sharing these details. Though filmed years ago and I'm watching for the first time I feel her pain throughout the video and was wondering am I again being a softy for exceptional acting or is this pain real because every fiber in my being is screaming out for this woman. No one should experience the kind of pain reflected in this song.
This is my favorite song by them. They had a third member years ago and had to pay her out but they made it so big after she left.
I am blown away every time I watch the video. The hard, raw emotion she shows in the video is so powerful. I watched so many attempt to cover this song and they start the video laughing or smiling, and I can't watch.
9 years later this song still makes me cry. And 9 years later Jenn still makes my heart skip a beat...
@Doc Holladay True, but this video was published on November 21, 2009.
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You are ONE lucky guy.
This was my mamaw's favorite song and she listened to it nonstop but she died.😢😭
Kelly Miller 😩
The emotions this puts out. True art.
"I've given you my best, why does she get the best of you?" Is the greatest line, imo.
Hello Stacy 👋
It really I crazy I was with. a guy he didn't tell me he was married I left him right after I heard this song it woke me up I felt terrible I'm not a home breaker
@@marlenejohnson6468 same with me after almost 2 years found out he was married n kids back in his homeland I straight packed up n left my country last year and it’s still fresh cos I actually fell in love with the guy 😩
Currently going through this… I wish I had the courage and self love to just let go of him. But the love I have for him is much stronger. “I’ve given you my best, why does she get the best of you” tops it off. I do so much for this man for him to tell just go off and tell someone else he loves her too when she doesn’t do anything for him. Any words of encouragement? 😢
this song made my mom a stronger woman. 🖒 🔥🔥🔥
Frank Willier
Amen
Me too I was in a relationship for 18 yrs he kept cheating on me once with his best female friend
me too!
Remember being a kid and my mom listening to this song and her wiping tears while knowing all the lyrics.. 24 now eyes wide open
😢😢😢
What is your Instagram?
This is me now... With my son ,trying to hide the tears while singing this song. It only hurts now ..
@@faithysanchez2420 I am so sorry I know we all have been there before..I hope you know it gets better for you my friend 🧡🙏🧡🙏
That’s a strong ass comment. I felt that.
This lady has a very beautiful voice.. She sings this song with so much passion. I love this song.
Scott Weighill It's because her husband cheated and left her during this time. So it was very real to her.
It wasn't based on her own experience.
The song was inspired by Reba McEntire’s “Whoever’s in New England,” which was written from the perspective of a wife whose husband is cheating on her. Nettles knew countless songs written from that viewpoint but none from the other two people involved. She says most people don’t realize that even the person who is doing the cheating gets hurt as well.
Beth Rightmeyer well said and I love this song because it shows the other side of a love triangle.👊🏾😎
Beth Rightmeyer.. Finally someone else that know's she never lived this experience.
If half these Idiot's done a quick Google search they'd know this..
Way you can't stay
Love this lady and this song so much. I used to sing it and my friend played guitar. It's always been such a hauntingly beautiful song. Thank you Jennifer and Christian.
You can feel the pain through her singing. Amazing performance.
I don't CARE if you like or don't like country music - if THIS song doesn't move you - I question if you have a heart. Her voice, the way she emotes - and if you're watching and see her eyes - you can't NOT feel something. After all these years, this song STILL chokes me up.
This song is ass though
I’m heard country music but this touch my soul
Especially if you were the wife with a cheating husband waiting at home for a man to come home never knowing whose lap he's been in on the way home from work. Song hits me the same way it did the first time I heard it. I'm lucky enough to have a man now that will never do that to me.
Oh that voice! One of the best ever in country music! Just superb. Would love to hear a new song from her---- even former president Obama made a favorable comment about her voice! 💕 🌹 rosita
"emotes"?
This song has always been very touching to me, it's beautiful yet makes me tear up and think about old times. .
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This Lady makes me wanna stay
I feel the same way Victoria. I don't know if it's the passion she puts in it or the message it relays, but I always end up in tears and yet can't stop listening to it. Glutton for punishment???
Victory Jackson I do to I'm only 12 but my grandpa just died and my mom is on drugs and I don't live with her ether this song jacks me cry to
She’s better live believe it or not!!! Saw her in Valdosta Ga many years ago. Zac Brown band was new and opened for her. Omg what a voice! And she’s a tiny little thing!
One of if not THE most heartfelt performances of any song videos I have ever seen. That was absolutely awesome. A beautiful lady with an incredible voice.
She did this in one take I believe so it was an authentic reaction. So raw and heartfelt.
Couldn't have said it better myself.........
Vikki Carr, With Pen in hand song.
Everything about this music video is so spot on. The black background, the casual look, the hair just slightly disheveled instead of being perfectly in place... it allows the viewer to really focus on the emotion she's feeling. So heartbreakingly beautiful. Most of us know the deep aching pain of a failed relationship and too many of us know what it's like to be the second choice. None of us have to live this way! We are all strong enough to know our worth and move on ❤️
Maybe don’t date a married man. That’s what this song is about. She’s the “other woman”.
@louszoo or he could be stepping out on her with his side chick or other girlfriend. I've had a guy try to juggle me and another woman and the second I found out I wasn't his only choice I broke it off. But some people don't move on when they find out their SO is cheating. They try to make their home "better" to keep their partner. I 100% don't agree with someone sleeping with a married man/woman, but this song can also apply to a different situation
What makes the song and video so special is that it’s her raw and genuine emotions that was not choreographed. From the start of music videos with MTV etc, in early 80’s, I have never seen the singer choke up in tears unable to stay synced with the song and not retake. She insisted on leaving it as is but not to play on people’s emotions to promote herself or the song. It was spontaneous during filming and she let the world see her genuinely vulnerable and relatable to viewers being real and not fabricate a false connection most of us have experienced.
@davidkriete654 yes I had heard from somewhere that they were even trying to check on her during filming. They wanted to stop because they could tell it was genuine emotion but she kept going through with it. I wasn't able to fact check that but if it's true it just makes this song so much more relatable
@@louszoo Exactly she knew what she was getting into. Great song but she a side chick
She puts her whole heart and soul in that song.... Awesome
My sister was showing me this song, and I could see her pain in her eyes. God, what a strong woman. Wish I could hug her. Lord knows I've felt this pain, and it's not fair 💔💔💔
One of the best videos ever made... that raw emotion just pouring out of her... my God. I can't relate to the song exactly, but it's beautiful and the look on her face in the video just makes me break down every time. I just want to hug her.
ya and i love how the song starts with her begging for him to stay with her then near the end she is telling him to stay with the other woman
tears rolling down my eyes listening, btdt, but them I wonder if she is married, oh my she is sexy.
I love Sugarland. The voice, the emotions and the way the message is sent from her sad songs, her happy and fun songs. A genius.
Hello Codey how are you doing today
Beautiful voice, strong and emotional. One of the best female country singers ever
I have my roots in rock and roll and at 59 starting to really enjoy so much country music. In the past I've been a fan of country pop crossovers like, The Dixie Chicks, k.d.lang, etc... now I find I'm listening to bands like Sugarland, Lady Antebellum and various singer-songwriters.
Any suggestions in who to listen to given that I love this song and the singer? I spent all of yesterday listening to Allison Krauss.
Thank you!!! elliedeprima@gmail.com
@@ellie7720 Try an English band called Ward Thomas.
i agree with you
After 15 years of marriage, I was that man. I ripped two families apart for selfishness. It doesn’t matter what is going on in a relationship, it’s never right to cheat. You never “owe to yourself” to cheat. My wife divorced me. I deserve every bit of hell I got from her for the hell I put her through. Through Gods forgiveness and a lot of work, my wife and I were remarried. That was 8 years ago. She has shown me grace and forgiveness that I don’t deserve. I will never take her for granted again.
I'm a victim of this thanks to my husband..hurts..😢
This song is from the perspective of the other women, not the wife. Do you know, ever wonder or even care how the other woman in your relationship is doing today - 8 years later? Hopefully, like the lyrics she too, is up off her knees and no longer lonely, living a good and honest life ... the other woman deserves grace and forgiveness, too. Don't we all? 💔❤🩹❤💕
@@tzuro70 and my comment was from the man’s perspective. What’s your point. The woman in this song knew she was the side chick. Turns out the other woman cheated with another man after me. I guess some people are just that way.
@@triumphguy900 well it seems you missed it, my point that is. Chick? really, lol Peace and grace to you nonetheless.
@@tzuro70 that is exactly why I asked for your point to your comment. I don’t wish her any ill will, but couldn’t care less to know how she is, or what she’s up to. And yes, really, side “chick” is a very common term used to describe a woman engaging in affairs with someone else’s partner. If you’re implying that is a derogatory term, it is. And a fitting one for a person willfully cheating.
2020 ,❤️❤️
Who still with me with this song !!!!!
This song reminds me of the time back in 2018 when i got cheated on and she walked away from me with my cousin and now i am kinda glad that happened because now i know how to show someone i really love them and that i should't get so much attached to someone like i was with her cause i think that's what cause us to break up in the end
Tugs at everyone's heart strings. For anyone who actually loved anyone fully in your life. I think we all have that "somebody"
I’ve known this song since I was little now I’m 17 years old watching the music video for the first time Nd I never seen so much hurt before
@@noahbradner6206 Bariloche Argentina
@@robinklein5776 Bariloche Argentina
damn she's good in everyway!! one hellva performance!! love this song, she's AWESOME!
Yes I've lived both sides too, obviously she has to, so she can feel it on her soul
it hurts to see her cry, god i hate it!!!
she cried real tears and they kept filming. makes me cry every time I watch it
feel this with my soul. But i'm grown. I make bad decisions everyday. Still have no regrets. It is what it is. And it was what it was.
Misty Mccall same here. every. damn. time. ;)
I still get chills in 2020 everytime I watch how much emotion she let loose for the world to see. That's that real hurt.
Ive listened to 30 diff covers of this song and i am choosing yours for my fathers funeral video. Your voice is angelic, thank you 💝
Sometimes you can be the “other” man. The pain is just as real and how much she nails that pain is unbelievably incredibly beautiful disastrous
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I like the last third of this song where she's up off her knees and is moving on. so motivational for me. too many times I've had my heart broken to someone that doesn't love me
Ive been through it more tines then I cant count but my fiance I have now is not like this he loves me with everything he has and he does more for me then anyone ive ever been with it took so many years to find him it was love at first sight with us hes the best thing that has ever happened to me cant wait till the day we get married and start a family
Goosebumps everywhere. You can feel her pain and cry along with her. Great job!
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This was one of my favorite concerts at Red Rocks. Her voice is SO GOOD.
Listening to her as if she's talking to me. Incredibly written and performed ❤
I agree, been there done that, biggest mistake in my life.
Me too.
Still listening in 2020....love this song
thank GOD for 💘
lol yay! Are you a home wrecker too?
@@canterberrytells8215 Mo sorry dear, Never Needed another woman's man. Sorry to hear of your activities. 😏
Nah I just think a song about a home wrecker is disgusting, have no idea how people can endorse this song. It’s gross.
I’m pretty sure everyone in 2020 is still listening to this song in 2020 and ima sure they love ❤️ it and that’s mean u dont have to say so yeah I’m not trying to be mean
if you're listening to this with me In 2021 we're friends from here on out keep listening the amazing music with me
Going thru it huh new friend ? Me to. I can't stand liars and cheaters
Hi new friend🤭
Cheaters suck.
I am the man in this scenario. Please dont judge me,its not that simple.
@@dancortese3012 it really is. Pick one and let the other woman move on and be loved by someone who isn't so greedy.
Somehow I missed this song when it came out. The clarity for me somewhere and I realized that she is the other woman and the emotion level amps up...I got lost in the video and her voice and tears came to my eyes. I have watched this over and over and it is still powerful so powefurl her voice is so sorrowful. My hert aches for her....and the single tear...what power
moral: don't be someone's 2nd choice...you deserve more than that
Exactly why a 12 year marriage is ending....
34 year marriage ended in 2014 .
@@mikelcage6438 Why? That was a long time! Hope you are happy now! Lost my husband 5 years ago!
@@rhondaboncutter5812 the passion we once felt for each other turned to complacency , that's when I found more love in a bottle . Been chasing ghosts from then on .
@@mikelcage6438 yeah man alcohol feels like the ultimate friend to kill solitary in these times but it also do one thing that is slowly destroying from inside(the organs)
This was an amazing song when it came out and still is today. So much talent and emotion. If you don’t feel moved by this song check your heartbeat. Sugar land is an amazing group!
The most emotional video I've ever seen! When she's overcome with emotion and the song continues it just grabs you by the heart!
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I cry every time.
Is that your French horn sir?
I think she's talking about a married man tho . But yes lol
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A+ on both the vocal performance and the acting too in the music 🎵 video! Pure, raw emotion! She looks like she's on the verge of tears and breaking down and I can imagine any woman who's been in the same situation can relate
First heard this song performed on the CMA Awards. I was in a loveless marriage with a woman that preferred to be anywhere in the world in her free time but with me. No one cheated, just way unhappy and SO alone! When I heard the last verse, where she figures out "I don't have to live this way!", the song resonated. I must have replayed that song on my DVR 12 times that night and really listening to that last verse. I believe hearing that song the first time was my catalyst to leaving and building a better life. Now 13 years later, I have a new loving wife and family and I don't even recognize the man I was with my ex. If you are in a similar spot, believe me, there is a better life and starting over can be the best, and hardest thing you'll ever do, but it's SO worth it!
I so agree with you. I was in an unhappy marriage and I made the move as painful as it was to do. But I did it. Now almost 20 years later I feel the same way. However I lost the love of my life 7yrs ago. a very loving relationship one that i will cherish and probably will never have again.
That's fantastic, Gary 👏👏 I'm glad you found the courage to leave and that you have a great new life
*As a minister friend of mine said years ago: Without a MESS...there is no MESSAGE(🗒), without PAIN...there is no HEALING(🤕😎) and without RAIN...there is no RAINBOW(🌈).*
Benjamin Tielking Thank You sooo much 😭😭 I Really Needed To Hear This 💔💯 My Heart Is Broken
*Dylon and Haley Hansard...........HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY to my new and true friends!!! 💙💛💜 Ben*
Benjamin Tielking THANK YOU FRIEND!!!
Profound
As a fan of music from Mozart to pink Floyd Metallica, Megadeth Seether garth Brooks Kieth Whitley , How can 20k people dislike this? Even if if is not your genre of music is an amazing piece of art. I feel sorry for closed minded people.Art is Art period doesn't matter the shades or colors. This is beautiful!
Jason Jewell, The music is beautiful, I love the beat, but I despise the song/lyrics, because I was the wife, the ‘home’ calling, while he was out running around on me.
Sadly the world is just full of haters and the truth known they don't even have the capability mentally to know what they are hating ..
Brad Paisley Only 365 days to go
Brad Paisley Only 364 days to go
Play the song please
Her pain and vulnerability coinciding with her beauty and that angel of a voice made this a forever rememberable hit that at the time destroyed the competition! PERFECTION!!! 💯
She awesome but nothing like my joll
Eight years later, and this still gets to me. Thank you, Jennifer, for making me feel human again.
Odee Dillon THIS SONG GOES OUT TO MY HUSBAND THAT LEFT ME AFTER 18 years that I spent with that sorry sob
+Lona Phillips sorry I'm in the same boat butt it gives us the truth very late its hard to except better for you long run
Odee Dillon thanks
Still listening to on 2024
Who is with me ?
Me
All the Time 😢❤
I'm with you
Sorry I still miss her
@@outlaw26aow61 me too friend