I walked my son's casket out of the church in December 2019 with this very song playing. We shared a love for music and good whiskey. We sat on a hill in May of 2018 and sang along to this with Shine Down at River Riot. Tomorrow is the second anniversary of his passing and I miss him everyday. Don't take life for granted as it is too short and fragile. Rest in peace son.

@jasonelsey1328

2 жыл бұрын

Much love to you brother

@mpcme8990

2 жыл бұрын

Damn

@brianpowell7648

2 жыл бұрын

Omg the funeral home would not let me do that I can honestly say I don't know who carried him!

@talonmc1999

2 жыл бұрын

I lost my Daughter Katey 4 years ago. This club me and u are in sucks really bad! Sorry about ur Son

@rcyonkers1

2 жыл бұрын

@@talonmc1999 I am so sorry buddy. May she rest in eternal peace. Stay strong.

I'm 54 now and been listening to Shinedown since they started. It's funny that when you are happy you hear a song............. When you are broken you hear the lyrics. Thank you to this band for getting me through some rough times in my life.

@Monkeyfunzie

3 ай бұрын

😢 2:12

@DazeOfDom

3 ай бұрын

You're respected to the fullest and I hope you get every answer in this world. You deserve it . Stay up .

@xristosmakris4477

Ай бұрын

❤ψγγγγ

When i was 17 my life was just too much to bare, I lost my dad six years earlier, I never had any friends and was bullied every day in school. I had taken the S&W .45 my father left me, stole a bottle of Whiskey and was sitting in my car down a back road... That was the only time that gun had ever jammed and didn't fire. 22 years later I have two sons and the sweetest little angel. I know my dad stepped down from God's grace and said he wasnt ready for me to join him that night. This song hits so hard, and i just pray none of my children ever truly understand how deep this song and how close we were in never meeting. I love you dad, I miss you every day. But i know you saved me that night, I just wish you could meet your grandkids. Dennis is a spitting image of you and he is named after the greatest man who I've ever known... You

@dawsonspath2257

2 ай бұрын

Wow man. Thank you for sharing that. I lost my dad when I was that same age (cancer). I just lost my wife and son in a car accident on March 26th. I have 3 other kids and they are the reason I am here. But you did it all by yourself - you have such strength and I am glad you are still here. ❤

@VV-ig1po

2 ай бұрын

I just drop a tears for you ur dad in my self am harting bad

@faithbowen9433

2 ай бұрын

🫂 thank God you stayed here and are blessed!

@Tired-of-this-shot-jh7dc

2 ай бұрын

We all suffer loss. Mine was my wife of 25+ years. Kissed her on the forehead, not knowing that would be the last time. Then, he woke up to her dead body. That's super f'd up, but life must go on. I blamed everyone and everything I hated myself for not doing enough to make her well. I was lost for the next couple of years, chasing something her ghost idk. 😢😢😢😢 I still miss her. I always will. I love you Tonya. Thank you for being a part of my life and giving us a wonderful son that grew to be a great man.

@amandaforeman7441

2 ай бұрын

Sweetheart he met your kids before you did ❤ He was with you that night and every one since ❤ God bless you

The lyrics are like emotional razors. I find it amazing how the dark lyrics shed light on something EVERYONE knows about, but no one likes to talk about. An epidemic that has claimed some of the best and brightest of all generations. This song is a masterpiece.

@amykain5726

3 ай бұрын

THAT WAS LITERALLY THE BEST TAKE ON SHINEDOWN IVE EVER READ OR HEARD..

@onyxchick1977

Ай бұрын

Perfectly said

who's still jamming to this in 2021 🖐

@michigan_man1018

3 жыл бұрын

Me, such a good song

@caligo_alstroemeria8883

3 жыл бұрын

HELL YEAH!

@janieduncan1531

3 жыл бұрын

Me! One of my favorite shinedown songs!!

@brysonw1815

3 жыл бұрын

🤘

@tristansaviation123

3 жыл бұрын

ME

If you can't live for yourself, live for the ones who love you. Until the ones who love you, help you to live for yourself again. Don't give up my friends.

@renegade262

5 жыл бұрын

Well said bro

@toddgoldstein8461

5 жыл бұрын

That's great way of thinking thanks for sharing

@kylelehigh8497

5 жыл бұрын

thank you

@brigitlugusdottir

5 жыл бұрын

And what if you don't have anyone that loves you

@bobbrewer1347

5 жыл бұрын

Lunas Warrior777 find someone

My dad was killed in a car accident last month. I know he loved Shinedown and this song. I remember hearing it when I was younger, I’m 23 now and listening to this song makes me remember the good times I had with him and I couldn’t be more thankful for its existence. It helped me get through my worst days recently.

@tawnibuss4386

4 ай бұрын

I hope the pain starts to come a little less. My mom died when I was 15.. biggest regret I have is keeping her buried.. I didn't cry I didn't talk about her I didn't celebrate.. and the days I actually remember I had a mom. It almost kills me inside and I have forgotten so much. This was before we could make real memories or even have her on video so I could remember her voice.. the pain never goes away, and the times it hits it will feel like the first time every time. But the days do spread out and happen less and less. You'll be okay❤

@tgamendoza2528

4 ай бұрын

My condolences... my 19 year old nephew 💙 was murdered by a 45 on Nov 21st 2023... I just found out literally an hour ago it was a "45".... 😢😭.... For whatever reason I heard this song Thursday night. I would jam it in the past. Who would have thought/known. 🤜💔🤛 I hope your ok. My your dad rest in peace...❤🙏🏼

@ogulcan07

4 ай бұрын

stay strong brother

@Quinnmoving

4 ай бұрын

Keep the good in your mind. Nobody can take that

@JustABlondeSwifty

4 ай бұрын

Aww i wish you well 😢

There's just something about this song...it released as I was going through a separation and subsequent divorce and suffering through so many depressing days...it remained on top of my playlist as I transitioned into single life...then also as I met my soulmate and we've been together for 18 years this week. EVERY time I hear it, my eyes tear up because it reminds me of how I came through such a darkness in my life and finally the light broke through. Thank you Shinedown, you will never know me but please know how you helped me with just a single song.

“Whatever happened to the young man’s heart, swallowed by pain as he slowly fell apart” Anthem of my life

@cheeseisgoodman425

5 жыл бұрын

I feel that.

@anthonythompsonsr1993

5 жыл бұрын

I hear that

@BossPrepping

5 жыл бұрын

Agreed but I'm a old man now it doesnt get easier you just get a little more broken each time

@jacksonsteinman3860

5 жыл бұрын

WHATEVER HAPPENED TO THE PUSSY THAT COULDNT SAY SOMETHING TO ANOTHER MANS FACE? Not walk away and mumble or go in the other room and whisper. GAMES ARE READY TO BE PLAYED! So u fucks got something to say fucking say it!!

@tristanhoward38

5 жыл бұрын

@@jacksonsteinman3860 Idk Wtf Your talking about but its pretty obvious That this song, comment, and everybody who liked this comment or said "same here" are talking about past relationships that broke them

This is my anti-suicidal song. Anytime I feel the darkness creep into my soul this breaks it.

@josephmother386

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, me too

@natemoss7684

2 жыл бұрын

Me too, makes me realize my kids would miss me

@snazzysnazzergryphon8550

2 жыл бұрын

Has anything changed?

@meredithgrubb7027

2 жыл бұрын

Yes

@daboi8958

2 жыл бұрын

Nah Jesus is

2024 anyone?

@BrionnaAdkins-nr6bs

16 күн бұрын

Never gets old🤍

@kongskull

16 күн бұрын

Me, I Love Shinedown So Much.

@Yaboybluebackup

14 күн бұрын

Here

@alicepal5455

13 күн бұрын

Hell Yeah 🎉🎉🎉🎉

@susanhart5289

10 күн бұрын

9th

This is one of the best songs of shinedown of all time... like if you think the same.

I don't always listen to shinedown. But when I do, so do my neighbors.

@MiZzBee1

5 жыл бұрын

Ha! Same. 👌

@DDastrup1234

5 жыл бұрын

I am laughing out loud as I read this comment! Volume is at 70

@Dr-YouTube

5 жыл бұрын

This comment is really getting old

@kikoyj1974

4 жыл бұрын

same as me hehe

@tatumrichardson3303

4 жыл бұрын

Mine are right now 🤘

"The will to live, will always outweigh the ability to die." -Brent Smith's friend Those that don't understand this song, think it is depressing. Those that get it, realize that this song holds a message of hope. To everyone still trying to figure out how to unlock the missing puzzle pieces of life... I don't have a solution, but I get it. I'm in tears as I write this, because I have wanted to die almost every day for the last four years, when everything in my life took a turn for the worse. This song is a good reminder that continuing to live is the only way to find those missing pieces... it's the only way to figure out what "happened to the young man's heart." Life is long, and often painful. Just existing often feels like slamming your head into a concrete wall. Keep fighting. Keep looking for those moments of hope, even when everything looks hopeless. Something as simple as the words of a stranger may contain the key to unlocking the ability to experience joy once again. I'm not there yet. I'm still stuck in shitty circumstances, and want to die most days of the week. But I at least have a few days here and there, where I can actually smile... and sometimes even laugh. It never becomes a perfect world, but it can become a better world for you.

@reesee9669

4 жыл бұрын

There is a way out my sweetheart and it's within you, no where else. I've been in hell. It exist! It started from birth, raised in a satanic cult, raped ritualized, trafficked, exploited and shunned by my family because I escaped the cult at 15. I'm 53 now and I'm still in recovery. 15+ years therapy. ( Drug free). What ever you are going through I understand and believe you. But guess what. You have been in hell, in hell now! But YOU R STILL HERE FOR A REASON. YOU R THE REASON, don't you see. You have. I have special abilities to make it through hell and back. WHY? WHY U? We have to have powers to face the demons and make it out alive. (I'm not talking RELIGION I'm talking spiritually.) Do you know how strong a human had to be to go through hell and back and make it out alive! Of course your gonna have scars. Those are reminders of your battles in hell. Be proud of your battles scars,! It only shows proof U ARE A VICTORIOUS WARRIOR not a victim of war.

@lerch1500

4 жыл бұрын

​@@reesee9669, thank you. It doesn't usually feel like I have any strength. Often it just feels like there isn't anything left to break inside me. It is a tremendous blessing just knowing that there are others dealing with trauma, and conquering (or at the very least surviving) each day thereafter.

@reesee9669

4 жыл бұрын

@@lerch1500 you don't have to thank me sweetheart. If you ever need to vent, yell, curse, or even cry out to, I will be that person for you. I believe humans meet for a reason. To help each other through the hard times. Like an older. Brother or sister, so here is my email. Reach out anytime. tgordon690@gmail.com. I can give u my number there if you want to talk. I will never judge. I might give constructive advice, but only if I'm knowledgeable. Ttyl.

@jmeszi4159

4 жыл бұрын

Stop cutting onions dude

@HiphopAnonymous9

3 жыл бұрын

Keep fighting my friend. I dont know you or your tribulations, but none of them outweigh your worth. Be a guiding light to those who may be where you were, lost and hopeless. I lost a good friend of mine two years ago 07/29/2018. He took his own life and to this day I wish I could have been there. To help him, just to listen, just to talk. I think about him everyday, his smile, his jokes, his open ears, and tender heart. His demons convinced him he wasnt worth it. I want you to know that you are loved, I promise.

To anyone who sees this: You are needed as a father. You will be missed, don't do it. Live for your children, or, yourself. No one should stare down the barrel of a 45. Survive, contend, preserve. That's all you can rely on in this world. ❤

@timothyroberts8611

Жыл бұрын

Just trying is enough friend

@sweetleaf6155

Жыл бұрын

@UCnt5YDOiCYtCox9usatE8pQ Fight for your life because no one else can if "YOU" don't want it. Please keep fighting because you are loved.. ❤🤍💙

@Nileshmish

Жыл бұрын

" you're needed as a father, you will be missed, don't do it" sums up my battle, my existence. Thank you for putting this up!!

@soulextract640

Жыл бұрын

What scares me is I might not be able to stop my father because he has a drug induced psychosis. And my uncle just sold the house without us knowing. So the stress falls to me and my other uncle and he's crippled. So idk. But I'm going to put a bullet in my good for nothing uncle before I walk out of life.

@timothyroberts8611

Жыл бұрын

Soul extract, "Struggler, Struggle, endure, contend, for that alone is the sword of one who defies death" Don't give it all away, find your peace and conquer this life. Best wishes and good luck, you will persevere

Forever the best... I was a teenager when this came out and it helped me through anger, addiction, depression and abuse. Thank you Shinedown 💙🖤🔥

@Ojochegbe_Samuel

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and leaving a comment you have been selected,Hit the contact above to claim.

@aiyanahunt6988

9 ай бұрын

This is the reason I’m alive right now. I’m only 13 and have had so many issues I shouldn’t. I struggle with addiction, physical abuse, mental abuse, depression, anxiety, and bi polar disorder. Ever since I was a little girl this has been my favorite song. I respect you.

@gabrielreyes3726

8 ай бұрын

I'm sorry you went through that, miss Bonilla. You were strong enough to come out alive and I believe you're ready for whatever life throws at you

@user-tt4up4on8v

5 ай бұрын

❤

Shinedown is criminally underrated

@CEverly

2 жыл бұрын

Not really...cookie cutter pop rock band. Dime a dozen. That is not to say I do not like them though.

@johnbatt9796

Жыл бұрын

fact!

@Jake-rh7yy

2 ай бұрын

Underrated?

I have listened to this over and over truly swimming through the ashes of another life... don't know what I've done for God to take it all away. I guess He only knows...

@AmandaAshley-nn7ix

Ай бұрын

Just as the phoenix before it was reborn into its true self; it had to fall, to burn THRU the ash So it was able to RISE UP as The Phoenix.... Growing, Rebirth, being Awoken into 'the unknown' is the scariest & one of the most painful parts of life But HAS to happen to become the 'being' you were created to be & not only find your purpose but step into it. (The poor butterfly curled up in his caccoon to die, instead he re-awoke as a beautiful butterfly.) God works in mysterious ways...SO during your swim I hope you find strengths you never knew you had & courage to step into your new life Don't be afraid of the unknown, the worst battles are given to the strongest soldiersGod knows what he's doin ~Stay Strong~

Over a decade later and this song has still kept me alive through my darkest days. Shine down saves lives.

@chrissyd2000

Жыл бұрын

Yes, they do. One of my favorite bands.

@vahzah_dovahkiin933

11 ай бұрын

It's 2 decades

@vahzah_dovahkiin933

11 ай бұрын

2003

@rileyhuffman5058

10 ай бұрын

I’m 15 and all I can say is same

@jeffreymelillo7671

7 ай бұрын

Me too bro, me too 👊👍🫠

For some reason I hear that chorus, "staring down the barrel of a 45" and I instantly remember that I can never give up...no matter how much I may want to. Music has a way of reminding you that everybody suffers. You can't give up without losing everything. Thank you Shinedown for always reminding me that I still have so much life left to live.

@BooneRoark-lj3ng

Жыл бұрын

Yell I lost most everything my mind included but it's getting better I still have family I just don't really trust them

@V4demon_

9 ай бұрын

You are not alone, everyone has problems, some a lot greater than others. Many a time I've thought about just ending it all but life's too beautiful man, as horrible as it can be sometimes, you've got to say "fk you, im not going yet."

@ericwilson6994

9 ай бұрын

Faith in God

@godzillasimp

8 ай бұрын

It wouldn't be losing everything, people are so much more than their immediate flesh form and consciousness. But yeah never end your life, there's always a light to grab onto

@user-ud9cl5dp1q

4 ай бұрын

​@kylieannconnor 0:14 V4blood

2022, and I’m still rockin’ out to this song.

@khamantska

2 жыл бұрын

here!

@jeffnow1598

2 жыл бұрын

I will forever be here

@voidedvoices

2 жыл бұрын

Still here rockin out to this song

@aaronshelby7700

2 жыл бұрын

@@voidedvoices, I’m black and I love this song! This was music was music.

@noahhunsberger69

2 жыл бұрын

👍

Dark tune for dark times. Stay safe and healthy, everyone!

@calebmikel3743

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you bro

@jahmarleycameron450

3 жыл бұрын

You as well Stay up!

Send away for a priceless gift One not subtle, one not on the list Send away for a perfect world One not simply, so absurd In these times of doing what you're told Keep these feelings, no one knows What ever happened to the young man's heart? Swallowed by pain, as he slowly fell apart And I'm staring down the barrel of a 45 Swimming through the ashes of another life No real reason to accept the way things have changed Staring down the barrel of a 45 Send a message to the unborn child Keep your eyes open for a while In a box high up on the shelf, left for you, no one else There's a piece of a puzzle known as life Wrapped in guilt, sealed up tight What ever happened to the young man's heart? Swallowed by pain, as he slowly fell apart And I'm staring down the barrel of a 45 Swimming through the ashes of another life No real reason to accept the way things have changed Staring down the barrel of a 45 Everyone's pointing their fingers Always condemning me And nobody knows what I believe I believe And I'm staring down the barrel of a 45 Swimming through the ashes of another life No real reason to accept the way things have changed Staring down the barrel of a 45 And I'm staring down the barrel of a 45 And I'm swimming through the ashes of another life There is no real reason to accept the way things have changed Staring down the barrel of a 45, 45

@MementoVita

8 ай бұрын

Thanks

My son took his own life 2/4/24 I’m broken, I heard this song at a store today and it broke me all over again, I have screamed and cried. I loved my son so damn much. The pain is unbearable 💔

@adambuglyo7594

Ай бұрын

I’m so sorry

@rowemitchell2074

26 күн бұрын

No one belongs in this club we live in💔 I know your pain I’m sorry

@englishmastiff8469

17 күн бұрын

Wow ! May I ask what his age was ? Why did this happen ?

@xsilentkilier9052

12 күн бұрын

ive expirenced that. it hurts

@user-oq7rg9mb2p

11 күн бұрын

I am so sorry I know I am stranger but I couldn't even imagine the pain that you bear as I have children. Myself. But I just want you to know I s3en your comment and if you ever need someone to talk to cry to I will listen and if not just know I pray for you. He walks by your side everyday. He will be your angel until you one day meet him again. I know my words don't make it better there is nothing that possibly could I just for some reason felt your pain bc I read tons of comments on videos and never felt the need to say anything to anyone until now.

Lost a child before it was even born. My husband and I were heartbroken. It's something you never really get over. I am blessed that we did choose to go through it together and are still with each other today. God Bless all those who go through this. Will never forget you baby girl. Lost in 2006 but not forgotten.

@iamwhoiam7887

4 ай бұрын

"It" Ok

@SaunterVaguelyDown

7 күн бұрын

​@@iamwhoiam7887 Maybe they don't know the gender? I don't see the big deal with using it tbh.

My dad is a victim of suicide. I wish nobody ever had to feel that pain. I remember wishing for death as young as 12. If you ever feel suicidal there are those who seem like strangers who would help you and be there. We are all one. Much love to all!!!

@21Rindal

3 жыл бұрын

I can relate...my dad tried to take his life before i was born. unsuccessful, but bears the scar for his entire life. i too, wished for death in my life. here i am, a better person after reaching out for help.

@willmccaughey6643

3 жыл бұрын

I understand the sentiment but I know most depressed/suicidal wouldn't want to burden you

@themathfamily3094

3 жыл бұрын

Did he die not to be rude

@semandamoses1594

3 жыл бұрын

Hi

@woody9849

3 жыл бұрын

I feel your pain. Thank you for sharing.my father also took his own life. To anyone thinking of it, a permanent solution to temporary problems is not the awnser.

I'm still jamming to this in October 2022, this song definitely got me through some hard times

@shanekilbourn

Жыл бұрын

me 2

@daviddahlgren8522

Жыл бұрын

Yup!

My brother and I used to sit together listening to this one, till he learned to play it on his guitar. He died 4 years ago, the day before Thanksgiving 2019, of an infection in both of his lungs. My heart was ripped out the day he passed: I wasn’t ready to let him go….my brother forever🕊

We don't need to know when you're listening, Good music will be listened to forever.

@joshriddle1710

4 жыл бұрын

There are so many we lost when Chris Cornell died I gave up on music I'm back now

@mahensiriwardana1334

4 жыл бұрын

So true ...!!!!

@TG-hh9xj

4 жыл бұрын

Yes!!!! Idc how old!!! Still one of my favs!!!

@mistergrim01

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!! Hate the whole 'whos listening in 2020?' bullshit

@deathprime9482

4 жыл бұрын

Only if "we" send outside of our planet enough of our realities. Treatrous is the reality ,planet over .nothing partial is eternal . a half truth or partial truth is lies ,I LOVE TRUTH NATURE AND DEATH. Y? Because they are constant ,mercyless,NOT FOR SALE,unchangeable,realities that Never stop or Never fail.

This is my neighbors favorite song regardless if they like it or not lol

I'm 64 years old. I love this song. I pray for all you young people. And I'm going to light one up

Lost my mom almost 3 yrs ago (July) and I still feel so lost as I don't have any family /friends , not even my wife can help as she is suffering her onw hell losing her family as well and has spoken about taking her own life...Shinedown and other similar bands have been my only saving grace. Thank you!

One of the few bands out there "doing it right". In a world of Bieber-shits... Shinedown's rockin' it. Love it!

@kennymcabee6716

8 жыл бұрын

right on!!!!

@kaytelynnnichole3129

8 жыл бұрын

+Steve Sullivan Yea Shinedown, Journey, Nickelback ALL doin it right!!

@sullivansteve8

8 жыл бұрын

+Steve Sullivan yeah what he said. I agree.

@bryc3101

8 жыл бұрын

*claps* it brings a tear to my eye 😪 Beautiful

@marctouss1862

8 жыл бұрын

+Steve Sullivan dude you need trash like justin bieber to make trite BS like SD to look good by comparison..

Sad they don't make music like this anymore..... We need songs like this again.... Meaningful and powerful..... Edit : "don't make music....." I'm referring to the music industry as a whole and not the band.

@deegan1743

3 жыл бұрын

I agree

@Taqweem

3 жыл бұрын

They do. Youre just looking in the wrong place

@ryanfisher6402

3 жыл бұрын

Yep

@PIKL_Creep

3 жыл бұрын

What do you mean by "meaningful"? Are you saying people only make music without meaning?

@marcusviniciusdemoraes8263

3 жыл бұрын

I believe their new songs are also pretty meaningful...

People always ask me “who’s your favorite band?” For the longest time, I couldn’t answer. I always said “I just like individual songs” But then I realized how many of those “individual songs” were from Shinedown. This band, these unbelievably talented guys, have helped me through some of the darkest corners of my life. Thank you, Shinedown

....and now it's 2023 and revisiting. Band won't stop making music that hits your soul.

@francislagasse4894

11 ай бұрын

E ue e😅😅t😮d terrain 😅 😅😅😅😅😅😅n nnbnn😅 de bfr😊😊 vvv d😅u8d😊😊w😊😊😊

@joshlewis5285

11 ай бұрын

And imo they stuck to roots and progressed at the same time, saw them live a couple times in the 45 days and their new stuff is every bit as wonderful.

Shinedown are poets!

@kevintwitty8679

8 жыл бұрын

Indeed, they're. Obviously Brent Smith has some inspiration to write this song ;-)

@superluigibro3

8 жыл бұрын

+Kevin Twitty that's my frist name lol

@noahoverman2314

8 жыл бұрын

+Kevin Twitty they didn't write this😂 it's a cover

@kevintwitty8679

8 жыл бұрын

+Noah Overman you're a idiot. 😂

@tultur7182

8 жыл бұрын

+Kevin Twitty #youtubecomments *wrong fact innocently spoken* "youre a fucking dumbass"

This song will never get old. It only gets better each time its listened to.

@zackborneo776

2 жыл бұрын

Exactly

@ish7adhikari220

Жыл бұрын

😌😌😌

@richardmurray7941

Жыл бұрын

Absolutely

This song always gets me, even all these years later. Good one to sing to in the car when you're trying to get through the day, don't care who's watching at the lights! This is just one that will never get old.

I am so super grateful beyond words. For 20+ years it was a struggle one way or the other. OD 4x. My child found me.. not my proudest moment. Been to jail a few times. My daughter bailed me out, not my husband .. been to many rehabs and phyc wards.. one day something just snapped and I put everything down. I had enough. .. I am now 4+ years clean. Have a wonderful life. I owe it all to my children and my bf and to my x husband you were never there..

@gwopc

Жыл бұрын

god bless.

@peterbarker420X

Жыл бұрын

Stand strong as a woman pls

@jefferybellew5701

Жыл бұрын

So glad you're doing well. Keep your head up and love and laugh always !!

@krismilstead9215

Жыл бұрын

@@jefferybellew5701 Always! There is a reason why they say "laughter is the best medicine"..

@jefferybellew5701

Жыл бұрын

@@krismilstead9215 God Bless you and yours. Remember it's not how we fall it's how we Get Up !!!

This song honestly saved me from suicide... Thank you Shinedown I love you

@patrickiscoolist

8 жыл бұрын

Glad you made that choice I understand what you've been through but never take it that far trust me.

@helheim784

8 жыл бұрын

+Th3GamingPizza i know how you feel, The Amity Affliction save me like u

@traceypowell9563

8 жыл бұрын

+Th3GamingPizza glad you are still here, much love and unity

@ahmedaldakheel9298

8 жыл бұрын

+Tracey Powell what an awesome reply!! You guys after awesome

@traceypowell9563

8 жыл бұрын

One of the most deep songs I have ever heard. This song is so emotional. If you really get and understand these lyrics. Then I know you have been thru hell and back. Keep your heads up everyone. The deep sadness that underlies this song needs to be our motivation to never go back to hell. Stay strong everyone. DGAF what color,entnicity you are. You are who you are. Nothing will ever change in this world if we don't work together to do so. Lets never be that person with a gun in their mouths again.

@Bilbo16aa

9 жыл бұрын

Blake Alexander That was beautiful

@brandonswilley1

9 жыл бұрын

***** Troll

@terekwhite9712

7 жыл бұрын

guns a metaphor.

@someguy4592

6 жыл бұрын

❤

I almost took my own life today. This song helped pull me out of it. Shinedown is one of my all time favorite bands, coming in second to Breaking Benjamin. But god damn, their music is amazing.

My best friend who’s no longer here loved this song! He played it daily 😞 RIP Josh ❤

2020, wishing music was more like this still ❤

@breann5605

4 жыл бұрын

I know, right?

@iamaloser666

4 жыл бұрын

Sumaiya Tracy indeed

@80swildchild

4 жыл бұрын

Hell yeah!

@baconator1377

4 жыл бұрын

A little bit off by FFDP has the same kinda energy but it is a different sound

@LemorasCards

4 жыл бұрын

Yeah super deep music that is just repeating the nonsense chorus over and over. Let's bring back real rock

I remember seeing Shinedown at a small local bar shortly after this album came out. This song was PHENOMENAL live. The crowd were all singing, everyone was sharing this beautiful moment. The guy next to me had tears streaming down his face, I don't even think he realized it. I didn't really listen to Shinedown much after their first album, but damn... this was definitely a good one.

This song was released when I was turning 18. I had discovered the first day of my senior year that I had a hereditary pre-cancerous disease. It hit hard, honestly still does.

@danevans1643

9 ай бұрын

Hope your doing well now man 🫡

@lindsaybeadle8478

4 ай бұрын

I am still fighting the fight. 🙂

I remember I picked up this album in 03. I was constantly on the search for new bands literally spending all my money on albums. I started the album and thought ok they are decent THEN this song comes on and I'm literally blown away by what I'm hearing. The voice, the instrumentals, the message all the hairs on my arms were standing at attention and I said these guys are gonna be big. 2 weeks later this song comes on the radio and they've been huge ever since.

This song has helped me with my continuous suicidal thoughts, then my attempts in 2013, 2015 and 2018. No matter what medicines I get, I always come here because I know theres people like me who are strong enough and that makes me feel less alone

@EpicMathTime

4 жыл бұрын

❤

@larrycrawford4198

4 жыл бұрын

I feel your pain. I don't know if this is a reply to your channel or not but I had to reply Melanie. I came to this by accident in one of those bad moments.It's weird because I use a 45 for target practice.Ti hit me hard. I'm retired now thought it would be better. So I have lots of time .If you ever want to talk let me know And I'll leave you my # l li leave it on this channel.Peace be with you!!

@nizzeazz3973

4 жыл бұрын

My name is smileyz 6185993802 letz share thoughtz beautiful

@jacoba7293

4 жыл бұрын

Hey if you ever need someone to talk to let me know just remember your never alone someone will always listen

@ernestohernandez6786

4 жыл бұрын

Stay strong 💪

Shinedown is easily one of two bands(the other being Breaking Benjamin) that I can safely say can't make bad music. Be it covers original performances or acoustics, its all great and never disappoints.

@dyson0187

9 жыл бұрын

Billion times agree.

@Moonshadownova

9 жыл бұрын

Breaking Benjamin is like my life, haven't heard a song by them I don't like. They should be more popular in my opinion.

@dyson0187

9 жыл бұрын

Matsuri Yep, they seem pretty underated unfortunately.

@loopy1774

9 жыл бұрын

Agree. System of a Down, Chevelle, and Three Days Grace are also included on my list.

@dyson0187

9 жыл бұрын

Lou Shuss I agree with Chevelle and Three Days Grace but I'm not too keen on System of a Down.

The days of Shinedown being ignored and underrated are fading. As of January 2024, Shinedown has 19 number one hits on the US Mainstream Rock chart, which is a chart record. Think about that... Nobody in Rock has had that many number 1 rock songs.

I remember when this song was released I was a teenager then I fully understood what the lyrics meant and still to this day I feel it in my soul

@stacygreen4072

Жыл бұрын

Same. It hits WAY differently now

Any1 listening this masterpiece on 2019.. Hit like for shinedown

@dinosaur5432

5 жыл бұрын

"aNyONe liSteNinG iN 2o19?"

@imangel8847

5 жыл бұрын

Damn right this song hits home, I picked simple man for my father in laws funeral.

@chickkenelidsphukthuan6892

5 жыл бұрын

😭

@wertsdfg9773

5 жыл бұрын

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@wertsdfg9773

5 жыл бұрын

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This songs helped me more then anything. After the lose of my mom, my dad, and siblings it keeps me going. I wake up everyday not knowing what to excpet but im here. I own everything to y'all. Thank you shinedown! 2k18

@rebeccavwalker9598

5 жыл бұрын

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Words can't describe. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

@Flowerlytdm

4 жыл бұрын

fee lbad have a baby sister cant imagine losing her. may they rest in peace

@gawdlytryhard7852

4 жыл бұрын

Amen sweetie

@jjportala

4 жыл бұрын

Kelli Lee As Joe Dirt said you got to keep on keeping on no joke I take that to heart

@fayfine4784

4 жыл бұрын

I love shindown's music my favorite song by them is 45

This song is timeless. It means so much to so many different people. This is the definition of art in music.

Over a decade of listening to this band and I'm still as hooked as ever

For me this is THE song that started it all! The lyrics are so unbelievably raw. Its just as powerful now as it was the first time I heard it. Thank you for such an amazing song.

@rileysanders5104

5 жыл бұрын

It's better than rap they sing one good song for the money

@numetalguitarist2377

4 жыл бұрын

@@rileysanders5104 well, we cant compare a real masterpiece to idiotic dogshit, can we

@imahimaimah7239

4 жыл бұрын

@@rileysanders5104 .

@brain8484

4 жыл бұрын

it is so gay

@deans1696

4 жыл бұрын

I really want to end it all and with a.45 it will be the real deal

This song still gives me chills. Love it and always will

@Ojochegbe_Samuel

Жыл бұрын

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This song is like meds. It gets you through.

My sister and I shared pain for years until it was too much for her to share anymore. She put the gun to her head and pulled the trigger on March 11th of 2024... These lyrics sink in more and more each day. Thank you Shinedown, Stone Sour, and A7X for helping me through all the mix of emotions.

11 years later and this is still hitting my heart.

@libracusp2346

2 жыл бұрын

Yes sir

@nillazilla22

Жыл бұрын

This song was originally made in 2001 btw so it’s 21.

@bobdollaz3391

Жыл бұрын

I thought 2002

Lyrically, Brent Smith is head and shoulders above his peer bands. The thoughts he put behind every line and how he told deep meaningful stories is just straight up poetic! Genius!

@Coolkidkarateman

7 жыл бұрын

technically it is poetic..

@kathleensidwell6223

5 жыл бұрын

Totally agree

Still here rocking 2023 legends 🤘

The acoustic version of this song really shows how good his voice really is. Such a deep and powerful song.

@mahensiriwardana1334

4 жыл бұрын

Corey Harper yeah just listen to it..it’s amazing..

Anyone with a soul!!!!

It's not fair to have my eyes full of tears after reading the first two replies... losing a son would be the worst... choosing to try to use that S&W .45 is the ultimate most difficult decision to reach but then to have what is otherwise an extremely reliable handcannon refuse to execute is a miracle... and then to turn around and have a productive life is the best.

Whose still listening in 2019?

@davidbjorkquist3842

5 жыл бұрын

:)

@darkwinlopez6469

5 жыл бұрын

All the time bro..

@lennybishop9840

5 жыл бұрын

I had a .357 and it misfired! I'm a total screw up!

@d.e.8505

5 жыл бұрын

Every damn day..... :)

@ES-aussie68

5 жыл бұрын

Feel sorry for those people that don't 😀

No matter who you are, where you're from, what you look like, how many friends or family you do or don't have, what job you do or don't have, SOMEONE LOVES YOU... whether it's a stranger on a KZread thread, a stranger in the street that walks by you and thinks you are beautiful, a person you were polite to in a store that was about to end their life until you came along... we are all here for a reason. Whether you see it or not, the universe makes no mistakes. You. Are. Important. Take your pain, and release it. Do good to other people. You feel worthless? Be nice to a stranger! Don't waste your precious soul. You matter. You are loved. I love you!! Need a friend? Im here 🖤

@I_miss_the_misery

3 жыл бұрын

I wish u was here.i need a friend badly..feel so alone at times. Just want to end it all..feel like no one would care or miss me

@robertcook6717

3 жыл бұрын

Listen to Zane Williams- Jayton and Jill if you haven't yet, it's country, but speaks volumes to that exact message, at least to me

@mosaicofmentalhealth

3 жыл бұрын

@@I_miss_the_misery know that it will pass. You've survived everything you thought you couldn't up until this moment. The only way I get through these days, is to truly believe that "this is happening for me, not to me". Struggle is nature's way of strengthening us ❤

@mosaicofmentalhealth

3 жыл бұрын

@@robertcook6717 I just listened and read the lyrics! Wow! It really just brings home the point that you never know when your break is just around the corner. And you never know how much you mean to the world. We all have purpose. Just keep fighting the darkness with light 🤘❤

@I_miss_the_misery

3 жыл бұрын

@@mosaicofmentalhealth thank you ..it means alot..take care

I'm not suicidal but listening to this song and reading the comments broke me down and reminded me of a time when I was the closest

2023 and this still hits my heart the same

@stevehunt9051

Жыл бұрын

GOT THAT RIGHT!! March 14th 2023!! 🤟🤟🤟

@YourLocalNerd124

Жыл бұрын

Such a good song.

@devnlee888

Жыл бұрын

April 16 on repeat

@sharkieboi0920

9 ай бұрын

go get som therapy lil bro

Seether and Shinedown...both bands just rock..RIP Layne Staley

@MrGTAVForLife

8 жыл бұрын

rip Scott weiland

@dillonleveille7108

8 жыл бұрын

i agree

@futuramabender2078

8 жыл бұрын

Are you talkin about AIC'S lead singer?

@susansimpson72

8 жыл бұрын

futuramabender20 Me? No doubt. Layne Thomas Staley

@MrGTAVForLife

8 жыл бұрын

Susan Staley-Simpson rip kurt cobain of green day

I almost committed suicide when I was hurt and put in this damn wheelchair. On top of being paralyzed I couldn’t go back to work and had to apply for disability. So, no income for almost a year too. When it does come it’s monthly what I used to make each week. My point is, thank God I figured out the secret to happiness. Do this and you will become happy. Every day when you wake up make sure that your thoughts are about someone else. What they need or what they want. Plan to do something every day for someone to make their life better or easier. Ever since I started doing this instead of worrying about myself I have become very very happy. Try this it works.

@3liasw523

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you john ima try this, sorry to hear about that brother :/ hope u r well.

@benf2069

3 жыл бұрын

I hope you are well and glad you are alive

@xpacme

3 жыл бұрын

Much respect and love to you.

@christyb7455

3 жыл бұрын

This comment deserves so many more likes. The message is crucial. I'm so glad you're still with us and you have turned your mindset around. I hope you're doing well❤

@makinbacon7485

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you are still here with us.

Shinedown is one my favorite rock bands

Such a powerful voice and an amazing song.

So very often I think of the different ways my life should end, somehow I always end up here. And so many times I live another day, and it’s all because of the raw and real music seeping into my soul. Thank you shinedown. Thank you for keeping me alive.

@ramon3kgt

5 жыл бұрын

Jennifer Marie Lancaster never give up. You mean something to someone even if you don’t know it. Best wishes

@derekcharles9158

5 жыл бұрын

Find Jesus, Instead of suicide!

@maryclouser3748

5 жыл бұрын

always look up to God n ask for help n him to heal u. I hope this helps u. I will pray for u

@nepneppers8122

5 жыл бұрын

I hope you are doing well now I am still struggling myself with suicidal thoughts and depression and I know how hard it is in this world I pray that you still have the will to continue living

@xxjlamariexx

5 жыл бұрын

Nep Neppers thank you. I’m still breathing. Chronic pain is just so exhausting, a lot of the time I’m caught up in it. I’m working very hard to keep trying.

Honestly, I'm actually passing through some tough things, I'm having really bad thoughts and this song keeps me living, quite litteraly, Shinedown, I owe you my life, thanks

@belindarv3rse

8 жыл бұрын

Push through it!! Try your hardest! 💕

@soulhype2436

7 жыл бұрын

you'll get through it man my dad passed away and I suffer from deppresio

@johnmartin9660

7 жыл бұрын

same:(

@fitzfitzherbert5555

7 жыл бұрын

things will get better... trust me... I've been in that same dark place

@chris59newyork

7 жыл бұрын

I think everyone has..glad you're here

They're the Best!!

When music is your medicine ❤️ love Brent's voice soooo much 😍

Brent's voice is so freakin amazing!!

2023 and this song still hits me different and gives me chills everytime I listen!😔🔥🔥🔥🔥

@ericwilson6994

9 ай бұрын

DOA1979 888 NEXT year... we'll see who's more effective at killing in hell.... My angels or yours.... 'war'

Who jamming this in 2023???

@badassbatmangaming127

4 ай бұрын

AND IM STARIN DOWN THE BEAREL OF A 45!

@perryzachory60

4 ай бұрын

Even better 2024

@user-xw9yi4rk8j

4 ай бұрын

​@@perryzachory60Me too!

@wyleycoyote21

4 ай бұрын

jamming in 2024

@joshleo1713

3 ай бұрын

2024

who else cant help singing this song whole heartedly, especially the acoustic version.

@semmysvlogs5707

6 жыл бұрын

Travis me

@granitecitygaming4067

6 жыл бұрын

Acoustic? The fuck this is a rock song

@nongdomza2

6 жыл бұрын

d2b9a969b81c318c83916775afa3b4aa

@kevinstutzman515

6 жыл бұрын

Travis me

@nicholasgagnon5319

5 жыл бұрын

The acoustic version is by far the most soulful it's special and makes you feel it just beautiful

This song hits on a whole different level. Everytime I listen to it, I get goosebumps. Only a few know, only the strong survive. Keep it pushing.

The first time I heard this song was when I was twelve years old and suicidal after my mom was given only months to live by the doctors and my dad lived across the country. This song helped me and still helps me especially now that I'm a Christian this song takes on an even deeper meaning to me.

@fernandavianna5070

4 ай бұрын

I'm happy to read this. Thanks for sharing. God is the only one can save us ❤

very powerful and beatiful song!!! This is for me the best expression of Shinedown

When no one understands you and there’s no point in trying to explain anymore

@reneehall8763

3 жыл бұрын

I can feel your pain so much you don’t understand

@DukeNukenum

3 жыл бұрын

Relatable

Picture this...sunny blue sky, the wind is blowing thru your hair with the rooftop down, Shinedown is blasting thru the speakers and you can't think about anything else. Stress...what stress?

the most powerful voice there is.. the amount of volume in his voice PLUS how high he can go.. so few can match that. I think I can hang while singing in the shower then the vocals just go two more levels up. ha

This band never disappoints.

Who is still listening in 2035

@stefaniedice1343

4 жыл бұрын

I will be if I'm still alive then 😉🤷💯

@WikkedVoodooNinja

4 жыл бұрын

Only sure thinv in life is death,taxes,and the fact i will ALWAYS BE BUMPIN SHINEDOWN AND ALL MY 90'S AND 00'S ROCK SHIT

@juliaspencer3081

4 жыл бұрын

Troy Isbell sorry 3095

@spareaccount9074

4 жыл бұрын

oi, over here! 👋

@GOLFER-eq2di

4 жыл бұрын

2045 maybe?!!

Everyone's pointing their fingers Always condemning me And nobody knows what I believe I believe!

@joeshmoe620

4 жыл бұрын

best part of the song!

Thanks for addressing this critical topic which we loose loved ones.

No matter what you are facing i know you wiil overcome it . Courage, it is okay to feel low , to have weakness and to cry. In thos moment when it his beyond our force we can put it into God strong hand and trust in him to help, strengthen and guide us . Dare it , give it a try you might win it all and worst loose nothing .

Who's listening with me in 2019?! 😍💙

@jward3731

5 жыл бұрын

I am. And ready.

@jward3731

5 жыл бұрын

I am. And about ready.

@altarum_5935

4 жыл бұрын

I might be late to reply but I'm here listening

Hands down, by far one of the top ten songs ever created :)

@Ojochegbe_Samuel

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and leaving a comment you have been selected,Hit the contact above to claim.

@BabyWick351

Жыл бұрын

@@Ojochegbe_Samuel thank you

Still struggle with addiction but still push my self every day to be better

Still in 2023 🤟

@riverarichard87

Ай бұрын

April 26 2024

@riverarichard87

Ай бұрын

Hello from the future

ain't nothing like listing to such a real song and im am staring at a .45.. not in the way y'all think but I think the gun resembles how fast like can go bad and when you stare down the barrel is looking into your soul..

@jtrocker9976

8 жыл бұрын

45 in this is actually a metaphor about the world

@chinren707

8 жыл бұрын

+JtRocker 99 thanks for the clarification brotha . much appreciated

@shacoldbane1901

7 жыл бұрын

JtRocker 99 he seemed so lost. His gf tried to help but he didn't seem responsive

@wolffang9902

7 жыл бұрын

very true

@synist3rhates_134

6 жыл бұрын

trigger respect

Guys... Can we just stop and think that Anaconda by Nicky Minaj has hundreds of millions more views than this masterpiece? Internet these days...

@skeletonspooks_2152

8 жыл бұрын

I was saying the same thing to my friend today. People who have real talent don't get noticed bands like Shinedown, Evanescence, and Breaking Benjamin are over looked but because Nicki got butt implants and sand a song about every ones obsessed. I hate how if you wanna be famous you just have to get naked and you don't even have to be good at singing or whatever it is that she does

@Nic-ml4ug

8 жыл бұрын

Julia Bostain​ couldn't say it better myself. Thank you x

@superluigibro3

8 жыл бұрын

let's do that

@dianahart7603

8 жыл бұрын

what does It matter this is a much better song

@Bulmas_Panties

8 жыл бұрын

If it makes you feel better that vid has over a million dislikes vs. this video's 750 Although that probably doesn't make you feel better when you consider that it doesn't matter if people love or hate a song, just that they're paying attention to it - the artist can claim success either way.

Speaking from personal experience, please know you’re loved no matter what is going on. We are human, we make mistakes and we can rebuild ourselves. Some need religion, others solitude, yet others need to help others. Whatever you feel you need it isn’t 230 grains, trust me. You’re worth far more than you know, far more than others know. We humans have so many silly and weird worries that they can consume us. Whatever is consuming you please know you are capable of moving beyond the pain, the turmoil, the intrusive thoughts… I believe in inner greatness is within everyone, especially you. You’re wonderful. Tortoises can win a race against a hare, if they push through. ❤

@kellysouter4381

Жыл бұрын

People live inside their own heads too much. Go out and see the casual kindness. If you can't see any it must be your turn.