"When you take the sick away, tell me who I'm supposed to be." Doesn't get much realer for those of us who've had depression all our lives and don't even know ourselves without it. It's supposed to help knowing that we're not alone, but somehow it just makes me sadder knowing that other people are living in this hell. Yeah, it means I'm not crazy, but it also means that other people hurt as much as I do, and that's not okay either. Thank god for artists who manage to touch our hearts and mend our souls, little bits at a time.

@swvsnick

8 жыл бұрын

You're a pure soul.

@caoimherothwell5835

8 жыл бұрын

This comment is amazing. Thank you, and I know what you mean, it's unfair that so many people go through this and feel so bad.

@moranalea2804

7 жыл бұрын

Honestly, this is a very relatable song for those struggling with Chronic Physical Illnesses. I have both a physical Disease known as POTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome) and Depression/Anxiety and like... this song is a very relatable song for both types of ailments.

@joecarroll1001

7 жыл бұрын

So true... though there's also the fact that some have metaphorical masks they wear, day in and day out. they bury themselves deep... often enough too deep. when these masks are taken off, and I mean a complete, total, unmasking of the person that has hidden themselves for so long, when that happens, they feel nothing. there's nothing inside for them to feel they don't know who they are or where they belong. they have become an empty shell of who the should have been... they don't care anymore... it's actually something more than depression, greater, stronger, more potent... and it carries into the realm of sentience at its peak. I'm one of these people, and it makes me both stronger and weaker, or rather I'm given the illusion of strength, while the reality is that I'm truly weaker than I really am. It truly eats at my very being, and I'll never forget what started the masks and this void deep inside. People definitely hurt, some more than others, but some people need direction and more help than others.

@TheQuietKidsBackpack

7 жыл бұрын

Amen

How has it been 5 years since this came out?? We’re hitting up 39 North American cities and doing VIP meet and greet in every single one! Grab your tickets NOW and let’s let the world we don’t need a record label when we have fans like you! 🥰🤘 xoxo Ariel

@theoutersystem2773

9 ай бұрын

I don’t mean to be rude but do you d.I.d

@MariaBlueLight

9 ай бұрын

Time is running out so fast ❤

@ProPandaPlays

7 ай бұрын

Queeeeen ❤❤❤

@ProPandaPlays

7 ай бұрын

Much love ❤❤

@justinlayton

5 ай бұрын

I still love it! It’s the end of February 2024 and I can’t wait to see you again in Colorado! I’m pretty nervous to meet Ariel and Shawn and Flicka 😁❤️

Who's Listening in 2024?

I'm a BPD sufferer and this is flipping amazing, their songs are exactly how it feels and how frustrating it can be to be have a mental sickness!!!

@hrafna777

Жыл бұрын

I was just gonna say this... I also have BPD and this hits hard

@Draconovella

2 ай бұрын

Same

Ariel's style of singing is so unique and amazing.

@jontrotter6105

8 жыл бұрын

I conquer

@TB-sb2ho

8 жыл бұрын

agreed she is amazing

@schmandarine7089

8 жыл бұрын

I totally agree!And she knows how to use her voice,there are not many people who are able to do this

@Edward-rf1yu

8 жыл бұрын

+

@TheAkiva619

8 жыл бұрын

She's amazing always has and always will

This song. I honestly have no words to describe what this video and song mean too me. Especially because i have been so bad mentally and emotional lately. This video describes everything i feel and experience.

@CAM-je7kw

8 жыл бұрын

The beginning was the first 15 years of my life.

@user-jc8sz8ir9f

8 жыл бұрын

+

@uniquelymade3852

8 жыл бұрын

Agreed

@theemerdareloth

8 жыл бұрын

👍 Same

@munki682

8 жыл бұрын

Well i hope you get better :) music can always help, things will improve :)

Can we just talk about how perfect Ariel is for a moment?

@madzwrld

7 жыл бұрын

AProphetInAPoet'sClothing f*$%ing yas👌

@freakshowstreet9217

6 жыл бұрын

yes, yes we can

@kyleneckar3415

6 жыл бұрын

She has an amazing voice, amazing lyrics, and amazing song concepts - I love her and her music so much!

@madelainebarth6358

5 жыл бұрын

@@kyleneckar3415 don't forget fashion sense and honesty

@aviezerscop401

5 жыл бұрын

Yes

lyrics Tell me who I’m supposed to be now Make me better I can’t stay halfway dead forever Can you fix this, am I too far gone? I’ve never done this before Don’t know if I’m ready but I wanna move on And I’ve never said that before I don’t wanna be stuck, I don’t wanna be crazy This is the way that my sadness made me Better come quick, yeah better come save me I don’t wanna be stuck, I don’t wanna be crazy This is the way that my sadness made me Better come quick, yeah better come save me Tell me, tell me Tell me who I’m supposed to be now Make me better I can’t stay halfway dead forever I fear now There’s not much left of me When you take the sick away Who am I supposed to be? Who am I supposed to be? Recovery time, a condition like mine What are we talking here? Getting so close, I can taste the hope But I still feel the fear I don’t wanna be stuck, I don’t wanna be crazy This is the way that my sadness made me Better come quick, yeah better come save me I don’t wanna be stuck, I don’t wanna be crazy This is the way that my sadness made me Better come quick, yeah better come save me Tell me who I’m supposed to be now Make me better I can’t stay halfway dead forever I fear now There’s not much left of me When you take the sick away Who am I supposed to be? Who am I supposed to be? For years, this is all I’ve known, this has had my heart, this has been my home And now I’m scared to lose myself, scared of letting go For years, this is all I’ve known, this has had my heart, this has been my home And now I’m scared to lose myself, scared of letting go Tell me who I’m supposed to be now Make me better I can’t stay halfway dead forever I fear now There’s not much left of me When you take the sick away Who am I supposed to be? Tell me who I’m supposed to be Tell me who I’m supposed to be

@emojeva

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@danteprokrustes4795

4 жыл бұрын

U know ur great? If ya don't...ur great man!

@VK_28

4 жыл бұрын

Thankyou ♡

How is this band not insanely viral

@christinajindra4386

5 жыл бұрын

How come this band is not insanely viral now? XP

@ryanweible9090

4 жыл бұрын

because its bacterial?

@jasonbolding3481

4 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately probably because they left the label? Independent is a lot tougher

@daveharrington1393

4 жыл бұрын

They're insanely honest and open in a world that despises those traits.

@Mitsurugi2424

4 жыл бұрын

I'd almost bet they will be like MCR and blow up a decade after they stop making music

It has gone four years sens I heard Icon For Hire. This song hits hard.

@adventuresofpyro9020

5 жыл бұрын

They are even better live!

All these years, the song gives me chills. These kind of lyrics, can't been written without going through those situations. Thank you Icon for Hire for giving so much soul in your art! 💜

I have borderline personality disorder, complex post traumatic stress disorder, autism spectrum disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, schizoaffective disorder (bipolar type), and major depressive disorder (recurrent). If I were to wake up tomorrow and be healed, I don't think I can even imagine who I'd be. Like, even when I daydream about being somebody else, I don't know how to make that imaginary person well. If the illness was something like missing my legs, It would be easier to imagine a me with legs. Hell they have prosthetics these days, so I wouldn't have to just imagine it. But with mental illnesses like this, I don't even know how to imagine a normal person.

Fucking hell, how have a not found this band sooner? The sheer power in this song is almost too much for me to handle. Isn't it funny how sometimes life throws something to us that we've so desperately needed. Such as a song that makes you realize the battle isn't over yet, fear is a natural occurrence, and this can all pass.

@AJ_Deadshow

5 жыл бұрын

I discovered the Grateful Dead 53 years after their inception. Don't feel bad. :P

@AJ_Deadshow

5 жыл бұрын

And indeed, it is strange. I found this video after googling "supposed to" cuz someone wrote "suppose" and I'm like "I know that should have a -d at the end..." Such a weird way of finding new music! I'm so happy I clicked on it!

@YubisCast

4 жыл бұрын

I just feel the same way and i just discovered this Band this freakin' Month!

@phillipwalters9462

4 жыл бұрын

I agree

@jelitejbzzz

4 жыл бұрын

i just discovered them a few days ago.

That first who am I supposed to be line. Idk how to describe it but it hit me like a train I've never felt a song like that and related that much to the point of forming tears.

My bipolar n depression ur music helps alot just more than a song for me

CHILLS every single time. For four years. I LOVE Ariel and how she expresses this feeling

@hauntedhighway2166

3 жыл бұрын

She's a MASTER.

this band is extremely underrated

@christianwculver

8 жыл бұрын

+faissialoo yeah I know I must have accidently hit n twice but I meant Band

@KARMAticSAGE

8 жыл бұрын

Explain the -e- c:

@Annathecommenter

8 жыл бұрын

+DrKARMA Probably autocorrect.

@InnocentSweetie123

8 жыл бұрын

Yeah they are!!

@dennisbanh1046

2 жыл бұрын

I feel like if they had to choose they would have it no other way. Underrated means you never sold out with how the way the world works. When you're underrated you're doing it for the right reasons.

I showed my mom this song after I listened to it. It hit us both so hard, we both battled depression for the longest time (it's still a battle). But music is our outlet, it is how we release ourselves. Icon if you see this, thank you for the music. We both love you guys and think you are amazing.

As someone who's struggling to come out of a major depression/severe PTSD regression, this song really captures how I've been feeling so much as I try to figure out who I really am without the damaged parts. I hope you guys know how much your music affects people - you've always been one of my favorite bands, not only because your sound is amazing, but also because you somehow encapsulate how bad things can get inside your own head in a lot of your songs. It's really unique, and I hope you never change.

my babe Ariel embracing the crazy....gives me the chills

For my grandmother who has since been passed who took much to the grave. You were brave, you are strong, you gave. E strength to become the strength I needed as an adult long after you. Thank you, you will always be my mom, a parental figure that refused to let death be your definition.

When I hear this Song I really think it would be a great Song for that Netflix Animated Series Arcane. Fits Jinx Perfectly..

Very good! Thanks for alll.......

Got this vibe when I need good old rock taking me heartbeat.

This song is bad ass.

@kokkil7047

8 жыл бұрын

it gives me energy

@miguellet6034

8 жыл бұрын

I like this song too

@ryandcranchdel7046

8 жыл бұрын

same kokkil

@acupoftaewithabitofsugaand8084

8 жыл бұрын

Dude, you're literally everywhere

To my mind, it is not who or what others wish you to be, it is that which you yourself wish to be.

@jaimeeedwards6121

8 жыл бұрын

Exactly ☺

@ricks.5849

8 жыл бұрын

Even as we Get Older,NEVER Give up on Being You! I am Getting up there in years but i have to tell you,The Desire to do What makes me Happy Has NEVER Been Stronger!

@jaimeeedwards6121

8 жыл бұрын

For the longest time I did because of one of my parents. But I've finally come to the conclusion it's not me it's them.

@SilverMe2004

7 жыл бұрын

And what if you wish to be nothing?

This song makes me think of my emdr therapy and how it feels to not know who u r anymore and how difficult it is to go through it and the pain it's so real

"I can't stay halfway dead forever..." That hit home

This song sums up everything i feel everyday .

Is anyone still listening to this band in 2020? i love it ♥

It's now 2024 and this song is amazing!

One of the most relatable songs I've listened to.

whoa, this is amazing I love it!

@audreyong2195

8 жыл бұрын

Woah dude! I had no idea you listened to Icon For Hire :D

@davebro4814

8 жыл бұрын

What??! Hair Jordan's a fan of IFH??!! Sick!

@stevie17058

8 жыл бұрын

woah! jordans a fan of icon for hire? you're literally everywhere lol

@elk3407

8 жыл бұрын

OMG... Hair Jordan, you listen to IFH? Welp, guess that bumps you up in my list of favorite youtubers.

@Katalystic

8 жыл бұрын

Oh hi hello there hey hi mr. hair jordan I didn't realize you also listen to icon for hire

Words can't describe how much this band means to me. The lyrics are deep, they talk about things no one else does.This band is amazingly beautiful, I hope and pray that they keep up the great work and never change for anyone 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏 😊

im happy that she made new songs

"I want to get better, in somes ways, don't stay in all this hell of eating disorders and personnality disorders and psychosis symptoms, but at the same time, I'm so scared because as long as I can think about it, I live with every single fucking diseases and I don't know, I don't know what I am whitout." ~ something I told one day to a close friend. I related to this song so much.

In love with everything Icon does ❤️ I hope Shawn was the one rolling around in the blanket tho

@LenneTyler

8 жыл бұрын

That's what I was thinking. Haha

@ritzy4723

8 жыл бұрын

im thinking it might be the dancer in the credits 'Andrea Sobke' (:

@SadisticStang

7 жыл бұрын

It could be, it would give him something to do - cause clearly playing guitar is not on the list with all these software songs. Frankly, Ariel could to this all alone, quite disappointing really.

@radioactiveherpes548

7 жыл бұрын

Sean does the producing

I always feel like this especially since I'm finally getting help for all my disorders. This is my past self talking to my current self scared of moving on and loosing myself but ready to heal.

OMG, that music video perfect, so amazing

OMG! I love Icon For Hire!!!!!!

omg im so glad i saw this. "When you take the sick away Who am I supposed to be?" LITERALLY a week ago i told my friend that i don't know who i am without being sad idk i felt weird for feeling that way.

This song hits SO CLOSE to home. So close it might as well be knocking on the front door.

So amazing ICON FOR HIRE WILL NEVER DIE. and this haircolor is the best.

honestly i wouldnt wish this on anyone but she sings everything so perfectly. ive dealt with sever depression along with few other mental disorders majority of my life. i honestly dont wven know who i am if i didnt have any of these illnesses. most days i feel like im going crazy even though i know im not. ive given up hope that ill ever be "normal". im grateful for artists like icon for hire who can literally nail it all in their music. its nice to know im not alone but i feel bad for everyone whose in this same boat. i wouldnt wish this on anyone.

This song really speaks to me. I had an addiction. I stopped 6 months ago. And I didn't know who I was. Now I love myself!

I know that this is more about mental illness, but as someone with long-term, chronic illnesses, this song really resonates so much. I honestly don't know what my life would be like without feeling half-dead 24/7 and this song just hits home.

@KyleEvra

2 жыл бұрын

I believe this can be about illnesses of any kind where it makes living hell to go through.

I am French and I listen to this beautiful music.

Your songs are a gift for me in my road to recovery. God is faithful

Tell me who I’m supposed to be now Make me better I can’t stay halfway dead forever Can you fix this, am I too far gone? I’ve never done this before Don’t know if I’m ready but I wanna move on And I’ve never said that before I don’t wanna be stuck, I don’t wanna be crazy This is the way that my sadness made me Better come quick, yeah better come save me I don’t wanna be stuck, I don’t wanna be crazy This is the way that my sadness made me Better come quick, yeah better come save me Tell me, tell me Tell me who I’m supposed to be now Make me better I can’t stay halfway dead forever I fear now There’s not much left of me When you take the sick away Who am I supposed to be? Who am I supposed to be? Recovery time, a condition like mine What are we talking here? Getting so close, I can taste the hope But I still feel the fear I don’t wanna be stuck, I don’t wanna be crazy This is the way that my sadness made me Better come quick, yeah better come save me I don’t wanna be stuck, I don’t wanna be crazy This is the way that my sadness made me Better come quick, yeah better come save me Tell me who I’m supposed to be now Make me better I can’t stay halfway dead forever I fear now There’s not much left of me When you take the sick away Who am I supposed to be? Who am I supposed to be? For years, this is all I’ve known, this has had my heart, this has been my home And now I’m scared to lose myself, scared of letting go For years, this is all I’ve known, this has had my heart, this has been my home And now I’m scared to lose myself, scared of letting go Tell me who I’m supposed to be now Make me better I can’t stay halfway dead forever I fear now There’s not much left of me When you take the sick away Who am I supposed to be? Tell me who I’m supposed to be Tell me who I’m supposed to...

@Wren-vu8cx

6 жыл бұрын

Nicoleta Nikita no prob dude

Man, Ariel is one of the best at writing about the transitions of moving from being messed up towards healing. You can tell that she's been through a lot in her life and has fought hard to overcome her problems.

when i was 15 i suffered a traumatic brain injury, and i have had memory problems and seizures ever since, and i was always too afraid to seek medical help. i always told the doctor i was fine, and nothing was wrong. i sat there and suffered in silence. after i heard this song, it made me open my eyes. there is no reason to be afraid or depressed over it, and i went to the doctors, and spilled my guts to them. im currently working on getting help, and i feel a lot better. thank you for making this song, and so many others. there is always light at the end of the tunnel, even if it is far in the distance.

I've seen her in concert and I tell you what it's awesome! She's the sweetest person. I cried the whole way home! 🤔

THE GREATEST... MUSIC VIDEO... IN HISTORY!!!!!!!!

Just found this artist and she's amazing.

This song make me happy. Her voice, the letters, the instrumental...

this used to be me but now I have found myself, and i don't think I could have without this song, band, and this type of music in general. I listen to everything ( except k pop) and I listen to this type of music a lot and it helped me find myself

This voice so amazing

I always come back to this song. I relate to it, especially the “tell me who I’m supposed be?! I can’t stay half way dead forever!” It makes my heart squeeze but gives me a comfortable somber feeling.

I love that here songs are different from another astist.

I can't stop listening to this

I remember being 16 and listening to this when it first came out..I can only now REALLY understand it at 20 while getting better myself..its so relatable to me now.

I really like how this band has evolved. They kept their rapid fire lyric segments, and ellaborated on melodies. Release after release, they keep on making hits.

@richieherlinger4545

5 жыл бұрын

Those lyrics remain because there has always really only been one writer for the most part, and that's Ariel. Specially on everything from the Now You Know EP until now, she has written all lyrics. But now she is finally letting Shawn have some input on the lyrics too lol.

I've been listening to this song for 6 months and I really feel that in my way it's true. xx

head banging to this

I heard one of my male alters singing this the other day and it was honestly heartbreaking. The first time I heard an alter singing and not just the song itself playing and it was Darren singing the chorus over and over because he felt so strongly about it. Yes, I have DID.

@yewbranches

4 жыл бұрын

DID here too! A lot of us love Icon For Hire, some songs are positive triggers for some of us, literally just visited this song just because a lot in the system enjoy it! - Lilith

@Fearsia

4 жыл бұрын

@@yewbranches I think we went through our first merge between two major members. But I can't tell, as it's consisting of me, the host and another alter, and the others have been giving us a lot of space, almost an entire week with nobody else fronting or hearing anyone. My internal voice keeps going between feminine and masculine and such. Very confusing. I don't really understand. There was one moment where it felt like part of whoever I am now just...was suddenly at peace, able go rest. I don't really know how to put it into words.

I know there are lots of people who identify with this song. I'm one of them. I'm not very good at expressing my feeling or thoughts because the words just do not come easily to me. I rely a lot on songs like this because they perfectly describe how I feel and they say exactly what I need to say! I am so glad I found this band. They are awesome!!

@multifandomer_

5 жыл бұрын

I can 100% relate to your comment. I never can find the right words no matter how hard I try.

My words that have been screaming in silence in too long. Thank you.

I like it where they put like an 80's beat to this song ❤

Still listening in 2020, please keep making such wonderful music.

This song is literally all of the feelings I'm too scared to admit I have

I can't listen to this song without crying. I've never had a song, movie, book, or anything affect me as much as this song does.

This band has at least 20+ great songs but this one is my favorite..

So many times i wonder if she is singing about someone she knows. So much emotion and power in her voice

@user-sp2jg9rx8r

3 жыл бұрын

This song is about depression.

that was a beautiful song and with an equally beautiful video to go with it.

You keep me going, Ariel...Dealing with myself, my depression, and a lot of things right now, and you guys keep me on my feet..

Last night, my kitten Shilo passed away in my arms. Today would have been her one month birthday. I feel like I lost my own human child. I have never been so depressed in my life. This song is helping me to cope. Thank you, Rel. Love you girl.

Twenty-one Pilots and Icon for Hire are two unique and completely fan driven bands and both write lyrics to help others and not purely to make money. I love them both and have infinite respect for them. I am so happy every time they release a new album. I know it will be my new motivation to get up in the morning.

No one has ever put how I feel on a daily into words like she does. And her words and sound it’s all so beautiful, I thank you for who you have become Ariel I don’t know you you’ll see this but thank you so much for getting through the toughest of times ❤️😌

I underwent a major surgery and i4h was always my jam. So I'm here with one hand. You truly understand depression. Thank you, Ariel.

one of my favorite songs :)

I relate to this song in so many different ways. I just heard it for the first time last week..... I learned it listening to it like 5 times... I suffer from depression and horrible anxiety, this song is beyond amazing!

icon for hire is truly the voice of the insane... their music just captures insanity in a level unlike most... damn...

@exosus.

4 жыл бұрын

Really wouldn't call it insanity. Just saying.

@alejandroe.zunigasanchez259

4 жыл бұрын

Pluto edgy af

@aether_000

2 жыл бұрын

100 gecs does it

Um so I may or may not have listened to this song around 6 times over the last 3 days. I totally did!

Icon For Hire creates the best music in the Universe!!

It's been 6 years I still listen to this masterpiece

I've listened to this song on repeat for a while now and I wanted to say that it's absolutely beautiful. Even the music video is a metaphor that goes along perfectly with the lyrics. Words can't explain the feeling in my chest I get when I listen to this. I can't wait for your next album!

7 years later, i finally realized lost in the echo is the sample in the background xD love it.

After my mom passed this song really stuck with me. I relate to these lyrics so much.

It's not that the condition is comfortable. It's not. It's that it's *familiar*. To many folks, they can count on it, just as soon as things start looking up. "I finally worked out that everyday problem AND I got some unexpected good news!" "That's great!" " No, it isn't, because that means now comes the part where self-doubt and guilt punch me in the gut because I'm too much of a loser/failure/trainwreck for Good Things to happen too without consequence." - water starts failing out of your face as it's tougher to breathe than it was 10 minutes ago...

@The_Darksayian

6 жыл бұрын

Then you hold your breath and kill that anyway you can! Don't believe know and feel it, be it, and beat it. Embrace the beauty of being one of the crazies cause the normals are filled with hate.

@The_Darksayian

6 жыл бұрын

somebody sees you, look them in their eyes and see them feel you.

@cryptnoxis

4 жыл бұрын

I understand exactly what you mean Willum Proud

guy under a black blanket is cool.

I can't stay half way dead forever

i love it! this song is perfect

This song hits really hard. For anybody who has battled long term illness this song hits hard. You just get so used to living your life around this mentality that you are just sick. And when you start getting better its scary. You build yourself around this illness abs your personality around this and then you just get so scared that you'll just disappear.

Love This 💘

4 years ago i eagerly await for this song and vid to drop, 4 years ago i was suffering from psychotic depression and chronic anxiety. 4 years ago i wanted to die every day, because every day was a burden. i was so sad and angry and i couldn't see the light, i didn't know who i'd be without my mental illness, and i was scared to get well. 4 years later, I'm happy. 4 years later i don't need medication, and i don't need therapy. i found peace within myself and within life. things still suck sometimes, but they don't suck as much as they used to. i got well. this band helped me through so many dark days, instead of self harming i'd listen to them and instead of doing something very bad, i'd sing along to the lyrics and bawl my eyes out. now, years later, i listen to these songs and i remember how it was, it's a reminder of how far i've come. i got well. thank you icon for hire, you saved me from myself :)

Ariel as someone who also is a fighter with mental illness I just want to say a huge "Thank You" for your music, it's gotten me through so much. I first found your music through Pandora n it was the song "Off with her Head" n I was instantly addicted. I love everything about your style. Keep fighting the good fight girl ❤

I'm thankful for this band. They have great songs, and have even enabled me to strengthen my relationship with Christ. It's hard to imagine that we're all single souls, and yet we're never alone. This band is an excellent reminder of that, and I pray that God blesses more people each and every day so they can accept Him before their time is up. Thank you Icon for Hire, and thank you Jesus! :D

Love. Love Icon for Hire.

This song is exactly how I feel every day

My favorite music video and song by them right now