If you can make it a week then you can make it a year. First week is the worst. I couldn't be around people so I just DT'd in my bathtub. The hot water was the only thing that brought relief.
Yes! The Misery is Temporary, but the Rewards are potentially Lifelong & Are Far Greater than what you can imagine right now!!! Keep looking Forward-You’ve Got this!!!🙏
"Alot of things that are fun in the moment, will only make you weaker in the long run." This line is so beautiful. Tom, I guarantee you helped, probably many, but at least 1 person with that quote. 💙
I'm still a work in progress, but I've gotten sober off of everything except for necessary medications. I'm trying to take a break from smoking....I need my mental clarity. Much love. Respect.
@@ChristopherTurner-v6i hey man, you should be proud of yourself! A work in progress is all anyone really ever is. Nobody, and I mean not one single person, has fully developed every healthy aspect of themselves. It’s just not possible. Plus, as long as you’re striving for something, and staying focused on a goal that is beneficial to not only yourself but the people in your life, you’re fulfilling your purpose in life. Someone recently told me that life’s meaning is to learn, and it sounds like you’re learning and growing. Keep up the great work, brother!
"Alot of things that are fun in the moment make you weaker in the long run." I'm stealing this life quote. Respect to this man for maturing and turning from his mistakes.
@@anonymous.anonymity.have you been on top of the billboards? Met the love of your life? Made millions? If you think face tattoos define a person, you’re the problem with this world 🤡
Tried telling you 3 yrs ago @TomMacDonaldOfficial #IAmTomMacDonald, you are the one true, real, and as far as I know the only #TheVoiceOfGenerations. Meaning you connect those of my day 70-80s, as well as yours and the next. I am NOT a rap fan yet I find nothing but my own words in your music. I mean that word for word. Dont get me wrong love some NWA but again they were my gen and spoke truth to my own day to day. But you Tom, you speak as if you were born of our day when patriotism was not a bad word it was a honor to know we had a duty to our countrymen and nation. Now tell me if im wrong my son may have heard this wrong but are you a Canadian who loves America as much as we of my day do? Ill say this, 3.5 yrs ago I ran into my sons room with one of the greatest anthems of modern day. I still get goosebumps when blasting it as if I was again my own son's age. That monster American anthem is #Snowflakes! The video spoke so much more of in your fuckin face snowflakes, Loved seeing Blaire pull that damn mask off! You must know the triggering that single slap heard around the universe must have done. I remember explaining to my son how deep the entire video was, which I appreciated the young man respectfully allowing to explain every detail before he looked at me reminded me who raised him and smirked while telling me I know dad this is the guy I wanted you to listen to but you said I wont like rap. I told you it wouldn't matter. Im glad to see you found him, it's Tom and his girl Nova and everyone else is on the outside, thats why they cant be touched, exactly what you have always raised me believing. But I agree he needs to watch out bc hes a total enemy of today, he loves America. Hes a lot like you in the way you do and see things, he got healthy for him and his family. He talks of his inner demons , reminds me of stories about you all proven from any time you thought I needed protecting. Finally understood what mommy meant the first time you came to my old school after that coach took my hat. Your eyes. Let me know I was untouchable with my you around, even if it's a bad thing inside you, you never let it out. Inner demon right.. Not exactly but yep youre on the right track. he smiled told me he knew I’d love your music and the rest was an entire artist that a father and a son could continue to bond over. Thats some rare shit. My boy likes some of my music but not much. I still dont like his so we call you the artist for one generation, that one is yours and yours and yours and yours etc. Thats inspiration that only comes from one source. God above. Sorry to anyone who doesnt believe we were created by those we share likeness with. Im sharing one you need to check out it's called clown world. Actually I'll share all of'em. Fake woke is all you, from breakfast to the trip to school to the trip home and all night long before someone cuts in front of you while on their phone and anti this and that bumper stickers, ooop here come the snowflakes. I repeated, hd needs to be careful, they target people like me hes in the spot light, before exiting his room out into the hall I didnt pick up on the words that I could hear him saying, I loaded clown world on my iPhone as well pulled up the words so I didnt hear fully until he came down to get a snack so I asked. "I guess we'll be listening to good music I can leave my earbuds in my pocket. Lil fuck!! But he does know his father. Became a father son competition to be the 1st to hear and download every new Friday release. Yet regardless of being up at the crack of dawn as well staying up until I knew he was asleep, somehow ....somehow, I never won that battle. Until now I had forgot to ask if he was getting some early release or what.... Hmmm now I need to ask. On thing my kid pointed out was telling me to read the comments on any video of the time, seems many shared my same concern. Protect this man he is #TheVoice. And that my young sir, that you absolutely are. Once again I'll openly admit, DO NOT LIKE RAP. NWA was for reason and not every song.... Not at all... If they ever got to you the headlines will read Tom MacDonald fell off the wagon and blah blah. It's not just the lyrics it's your whole business model. You proved the illusion of an unstoppable industrys lie. They are not needed now nor were they ever. It was only made to look this way to give power to those without. To own what others created. To use up and throw away people as if they are nothing more than props. For that you are a wanted man. And then theres the message of each of your stories sang out loud which effects not a mere gen, its is all gens. I told my boy I compare you to someone who I will not name as to not offend anyones beliefs. However only his words touched multiple gen of his time. I say again, protect this man!!! Sorry so long I was dying to get that out since early on.... God bless you and your girl.. Lock that circle down as you have all along. Trust no one outside of it...
Hey Tom, Definitely inspirational stuff, brother. I was an intravenous drug user in my late teens. I went to rehab in 1983, where I was saved by the Gospel of Christ, and have been clean and sober since. I was reborn in a Bible study while there. I have 4 adult daughters to which one of them turned me on to your music and 8 beautiful grandchildren which I'm sure I never would have gotten if I didn't get clean. Merry Christmas to you and your family. HOG for life.
My 15, and 13 year old son got me into listening to your music and following your channel. I owe them for so much and I Thank You for all of your positivity my brother. GOD Bless and I wish you nothing but happiness and success.
I was sober 10 years. I relapsed but I have been clean n sober for 14 months. I love that in your song you say I don't hate myself no more.Loving yourself is a must being sober. I'm proud of you because we wouldn't have a role model like you to cheer us on. Thank you and Nova
Getting up after you have been knocked down is the mark of a true Champion. Congratulations! I pray for your continued strength, success, and sobriety.
The most amazing thing I did was making 90 days sober ... Never thought I could do it ... And that was 34 years 8 months ago. And if I can do it!? You can too!!!
Hell yes keep it up.. Heads up the holidays are the most dangerous to our sobriety......... don't be afraid skip a gathering of folks or fam... it's OK 👌 there's always next time 💪
AMEN to that brother, I’m 6 years 3 months and 21 days sober and I was addicted to alcohol, heroin, and hopelessly addicted to snorting meth for days at a time until my own father left me on the side of the road in the snow with nowhere to go and that broke me down enough that I quit meth and heroin cold turkey and came off alcohol in six days!Eventually I realized that I needed to get professional therapy, and I see my therapist twice a week still and I probably will for a long time! I wish more people who have the platform you do would use it as honorably as you do every single time, I pray that my sons ages 4,5 and 10 will choose to admire Tom and Adam Calhoun and avoid mainstream hip hop entirely 🙏🏻
love this and love your new song. I love it so much when you do these kinds of songs other than political....I total agree with you on this Tom and I'm on the same page.
I’m so proud of you!! This is beautiful to see!!! Keep up the good work I struggled for all my 20s and young 30s I will never go backwards no matter how hard it gets in life this side is so much better and freeing ❤❤ sending you so much love & light 💕✨🙏🏻
I lived this life and I too quit and have multiple properties, a great paying job, a wife of 29 years, a beautiful daughter and cool grandson. Tom is so right, and I know it's scary getting sober, real scary; but in the long run you will not regret throwing that last drunk down the drain! Gods blessings to you all 🙏
I an 1 year sober from alcohol and could not be happier!! “I don’t drink” bad days” and “Sober” helped with my conviction. Glad to see you healthy and clean!
I was a hardcore drug addict for 12 yrs. Was homeless and family had washed there hands of me. But god took a horrible person like me and gave me a new life. I even quit smoking cigarettes. Being sober isn’t easy but it’s definitely worth it. I’m glad to hear your story man. Congratulations!
Tom we love you so much and Nova too! I got sober April 2012❤! My life is so much better!! I bought a horse ranch, started my own business and made my friends family and most of all myself so proud! I am a full time participant of life. EARHOLES WIFE!❤
@@danettevandusen2464 Oh that was my younger life. I still ride when I can, but I'm to old to run a ranch now. We had a Wimpy P-1 Grandson. He was a gorgeous Bay. My Barrel horse was 1/2 Qtrhorse and 1/2 Arabian. He flew like the wind. Nobody could beat us. My Jumper was my Dads Thoroughbred. He could jump a 5' rail. He was so smooth, I could jump him bareback.
I'm 65, and I LOVE all your music! You inspire all ages. You are such an awesome soul. Your family and friends are so blessed to have you in their lives, we all are!!!
I love hearing this message! Everyone out there needs positive messages about pulling our socks up and LIVING life to our fullest potential. Thanks for the inspiration today!
3 months (to the day) sober, drank heavily for 20+ years. Everything has changed for the better. God Bless ya Tom, keep it up! Such a positive message, such an inspirational person. God is so good.
@@Sparkplugdoug13 Honestly, I surrendered. I had tried for years on years to quit, always saying "I got this, this time..." and repeatedly failed. I looked at my world, my son, especially....fell to my knees and begged God to help me. That I couldn't do it on my own, I was so lost, so desperate... The next morning, as if a light switch was flipped, I had a very strong, deep drive that I would only have 1 today. And I wont have anymore there after. I remember it insanely vivid, took the last sip, threw it in the fire and cried. Was like losing a best friend-- but a friend that offered absolutely nothing, unless destruction is something. A lot of reflection the following day. A lot of emotions started flowing, not bad ones either. Little realization points of "I just had a great conversation with that person, SOBER?!?" Long story short... When I let go, and admitted it, the Lord really, truly, 100% saved me. I was cloaked in the Holy Spirit, wrapped so tight that ANYTIME I had a moment of weakness (so many, sooo many), all I did (and do now) was look up and say "please, Lord, please..." I'm not making any of this up, either, INSTANTLY the thoughts, the anxiety, etc., etc., was gone. My focus was redirected, and a sense of calm set over me. The shakes sucked bad, stuttered a tiny bit...But physical withdrawals were about a week, and miraculously it didn't effect me as much as I had thought (was thinking seizures, heart attack, etc.). So many positives since. I had been humbled, and am so very grateful for it. I'm relearning life now. Everything is different, for the better. I'll be praying for you, praying that you ask the Big Man (God) for help. -much love 🙏❤️
Brother I’ve been clean of opioids since 10-03-08, I started drinking thinking I could control myself and found out I can’t it’s cost me big so now I’m working on myself again. Your music is inspiring me to do so and I’ll do the rest as I know from the past. God Bless Tom and his Family ❤❤
@marks1105 So now you know. And it sounds like you learned from it. We're all human & sometimes we have errors in judgment. You've gotten clean before, you know what works for you & what doesn't. Stay strong. You got this!!
Toms on The American dream without letting in the money men🤑🤑🤑 who stay money men. while milking🐄🐃🐂🦬 your dreams Tom ur tha man bro!!keep standing up for normal and speaking truth for the common good 👍👍👍
Awesome man’ good message to hear, even for just trying to become a better version of ur self. On to continued successes and milestones for all of us! Cheers from Canada 🇨🇦
True! You’re a man of integrity. And as we grow,we learn .... Thanks for the message,teemack! Greetings to all brave and hardworking Americans from Switzerland 🇨🇭 You know who you are.... 🦬🇺🇸🦅
Amen! I’m a recovering alcoholic and agree 100%. I drink sparkling water to kill the craving while I’m w family who drink. It’s hard but totally worth not going back to an insignificant purposeless life. This message is so on point! Ty for your testimony and strength.
Congrats on sobriety. I've been sober 8 years but haven't done a whole hellava lot with my life since then. I believe I was supposed to hear your words right here and now. Thank you for giving me some courage to get out of my head and into my life.......
Amen Tom! You were a big influence next to God and my family who helped me overcome that awful addiction. I don't miss alcohol for one moment. Keep it up man. You're an inspiration!
Sorry that you're feeling sad, but, tomorrow is another day, and in a way, it's like a reset. At least, for me. When things get you down, look at sunset or sunrise, GOD painted it just for you!!! And when life gives me Crap, I do what my cats showed me to do, throw litter on it and walk away. It's not worth my time to worry about it. Hope this helps and GOD Bless.
Take it from a guy who had a rough past there's not a single thing you can do to change your past, but you can't change your future in two shakes :-) God bless
So true! I’m a recovering addict with mental illness with 7 years clean! I’m now majoring in psychology to be able to help other struggling addicts/ mental illness. I believe God has put me on that path.
I am struggling to stay sober from alcohol so thank you for sharing me the good things that can come out of not drinking or using. I feel so depressed like my life is already over at the age of 43
There is so much more life waiting for you and so many people, including people you haven't met yet, that love you, will love you and are excited to have you in their life. You just need to make it through today - not the next 40 years, or 12 months, or week - just focus on today. And if today is too much, just focus on the next hour, or 30 minutes, or 5. You are stronger than you give yourself credit for. Much love ❤❤❤
Your life is just beginning, I am 5 years sober now and I've got so much more life ahead of me and I'm around the same age as you. You can do this you are stronger than you realize and you are loved by more than you can imagine ❣️❣️❣️
This message resonates strongly! Last year I started to say NO more often, don’t get me wrong, I love saying YES but now it’s only to new experiences with people worth my time and with things that make me love life. This year alone I’ve said NO so many times, kinda sick and tired of the same drunken weekend routine that add absolutely zero value to my life, been there done that. Thank you! 🧡
This is huge and really well said. I've always have had love and respect for you but my admiration has grown for you so much more over the last couple of weeks. I am approaching 4 years of Sobriety and this resonates with me
I hope more people appreciate their family while they can, and even if they don't have a great relationship with blood related members, hopefully, they can find others who show them what family is actually about.
I think it's awesome that everybody loves God but I also think it's kind of sucky that you take away a person's credit for changing their own life and give it to something that didn't change his life cuz he did and he's the only one that deserves credit for it
@nancy8219 Ephesians 4:22-24 (NLT) shows this powerfully: “Throw off your old sinful nature and your former way of life, which is corrupted by lust and deception. Instead, let the Spirit renew your thoughts and attitudes. Put on your new nature, created to be like God-truly righteous and holy.” my testimony is I'm a change man not by my own doing but through God Jesus the Holy spirit and his word am I change and every day is another day by his grace and mercy I am alive to live out his will and walk with God on this journey where he takes me for without God I am nothing but with God he has redeem me to live a purpose for his glory and kingdom in Jesus name amen we all have a purpose he has created us to be for he has first loved us so we love him.
W@@nancy8219wrong we owe everything to God he created us and the world we can't do anything with out God and when we ignore God life turns to crap get over yourself your not that awesome good thing God is he deserves our all get over your pride
@@RikouHogashi for what !! this is the worst dimension to be in as a human on earth so thank you but I'd rather be someplace else I'm not really into thanking anybody for being stuck in hell at the moment
Thank you for the inspiration. Drinking and drugging killed my life. Lost my love, my home, and my reputation. It's time to get back on track. Much love.
I just got out of rehab today and saw this. You’re such an inspiration in so many ways bro. Telling your story and letting your light shine gives other people around you permission to do the same. I’m proud of you and proud of myself for getting clean. Thank you for being you Tom. You’re a powerful dude with a powerful story. Much love brother.
Congrats! A few days away from a year of no alcohol. It gets better each month. May God give you strength and you find and keep the strength within yourself!
I used to say that after I got sober too... for almost 5 years in fact... then I opened my heart to Jesus Christ and everything changed... EVERYTHING. With Him, every day is so much easier than I ever remembered. Just a suggestion, but I will pray for your peace regardless!
Keep spreading such a good message Tom. I'm 10 months sober today and if stumbling across this short today of all days isn't a manifestation of my higher power then I don't know what is. Love your work, love to your family this Christmas Mart
Tom, you’re such an inspiration. I couldn’t have described sobriety so perfectly but you did. It’s hard for normies to understand that I was imprisoned by drugs and alcohol. It was a choice to drink or do drugs, but not a choice to become an addict. It’s like it happens overnight. Keep changing lives. We love you!
Dude I wish I could get sober completely and follow in your footsteps. You're such a great dude and have a lovely family. I wish nothing but repeated success and happiness for all of you
Nah bro, don't wish... just do. Like Yoda said "Do or do not. There is no try." I know that might sound harsh, but sometimes we need someone to be honest with us and drop the crap. Find something that's important to you, more important than drinking or partying etc. Make that your focal point. Mine was/is my kids. Been sober a year. You can do it, but it's not about "wishing" it's about doing. I wish you all the best, be strong, find your purpose and have an amazing 2024. Drop me a response here if you need someone to have your back.
Hey I was there at one point too. If you want some advice from someone whos been through it, hear me ot, or ignore if not interested. The trick and only trick is to KEEP QUITTING, Meaning quit for an hour quit for a day quit for a week. Whatever you can handle. It takes a long time to stop this shite. Keep Quitting over and over and over just keep quitting. That repeated practice builds up and then you'll start discovering things on the way. Good luck-
Dude, my daughter and i saw you and Nova at a hole in the wall bar in Oklahoma City before you made it big. I love your music, your talent, your passion, your raw truth, and your heart. Although i don't know you personally, I'm still really proud of who you have become. You and Nova deserve ALL of the success you can get! Much love & God bless you both
This.... This right here is the message that all struggling with addictions should hear! Thank you, sir, for being the best you can be and congratulations to you and your new life!
Love this! I’ve been sober for over 15 years and the momentum is staggering! Whenever someone asks how I got where I’m at the first thing I say is cut out the bullshit in your life. Number 1 for that is drugs and alcohol. Appreciate you always coming from your heart with your message.
Absolutely beautiful... bro you got me teared up. I'm so happy for you, proud of your growth & success. I remember you sending me your music before you exploded & asking me for my opinion which made me feel special & honestly, still does... I have always supported you & I always will. Your influence is so positive & brave & much needed in this world we live in. You deserve all of the great success & every blessing you get because you, your voice, your message is what is needed to wake people up & give hope & courage back to this failing society. I wish I could have met you back when we would Facebook cuz now I'm sure that'd be impossible but regardless I rock with you bro & I just can't say it enough of how happy it makes me to have watched your entire legacy unfold as for sure the #1 Independent Rapper EVER! It's just such a honest & positive story that adds life & value to a world in need of people like you. Sorry if this is a bit corny but it's true & these things deserve praise. Even tho I was probably just some random person that you facebooked every once in awhile & it might not have been a big deal to you. It ment alot to me & it might sound dumb to say but it actually helped me more than you'll ever know. You made me feel like I had value & worth in a time of my life where that was something I greatly struggled with... I spent so many years hating myself because of the way others treated me, I believed everything they said I was. A freak, a weirdo, it, monster, looser, waste of space, the list went on. It was very rare to have moments where I actually liked myself even tho I desperately wanted to. So when you would message me & wanted my opinion it was really something special to me. I would always say to myself "me? You want my opinion? But your super talented & always put out amazing music with killer lyrics. The kind I only wished I could come up with. (I don't know if you remember but I write too) I'm no one but yet you want my opinion..." again, corny I know but it's true. Anyway, my point is that even back then you were already making a difference in people's lives...mine. I always wished I could say something better or cooler to you in response because I thought it was crazy that someone with your talent would even care about some nobody's opinion like mine & everytime you'd reach out I got to feel like I was worth something to someone even if it wasn't much. It was a lot to me & I'll forever be grateful & hold on to that prized feeling that "Tom Macdonald used to talk to me & cared about what I had to say" I never told you about that but after watching this video I thought I'd let you know how you impacted my life even tho we've still never met (I'm totally down if you'd ever want to btw) lol. I'm not trying to be 1 of those creeper fans but I am a forever fan. Lastly, I gotta give some love to your girl Nova too. I think she is amazing & you two are perfect together & I love that you found each other. You compliment each other so well & it's obvious it's true love. Nova! If you ever read this I just want to say I love your music too! You are so incredibly talented in every way. Your lyrics, delivery, vibe & honesty & your vision for all your guy's videos. Your lyrics hit home for me in so many of your songs. I really can relate to the inner struggles growing up & the external too. You have so much heart & emotion that comes through everything you rap or sing. It's true talent. The both of you have such amazing & beautiful talent. There's music that's fun & sounds good & then there's music that finds its way into the depths of your soul & becomes apart of you. Your music (both of you) is that music for me. And I'm sure it is that way for a lot of others too... You guys should be proud that you literally change lives for the better through your music & through just being you to those lucky enough to be friends & family. Cuz that's the goal in life right? To make a dent in the universe. Well you've both made craters :) Mad love to both of you. Sorry this was so long, hopefully it made sense, sometimes my words & thoughts get a little jumbled. Your forever fan & friend, Jake Jenson
This is so damn encouraging. Struggling hard in my mental health and Alcoholism. Not a good combo. This def uplifted my heart. And thanks for all your vids and standing for truth. The world needs ppl like you!
OMG This is the most truthful Statement I’ve ever heard. Reflection is amazing, each painful point you made struck a nerve.! Been there done that, thank God we learned before it was too late. Live free Brother!
Oh Tom! 🤗 I LOVE 💗 YOU ~ more and more every day! You are changing lives! At first I was like, huh, good stuff, bad language. Then I took in more of your content,, and continued to see how you are reaching TODAY'S people at THEIR level, from where you ARE and HAVE been, and are going in life. This is tremendous power to be heard! Praying God's CONTINUED BLESSINGS over you as you deny the lies and speak the TRUTHS!! What a great motivation video this is! 🎉
Retired your mom and bought your dad his dream car...what a great son. They're lucky to have you as a son
I wish my older brother was Tom I'd learn maga loads
God Bless you Tom and Nova.
Tom-THIS May be your Greatest Message Ever, in Content, Sincerity, TRUTH, & Passion, with the Visuals beings Spot On as well!!!🥰👏👏👏👏👏🙏
Completely agree 🙏
By the time you're 30.
Tom you are an inspiration to so many people! I'm so glad to have found you so long ago❤Sending love from Boston
Totally agree with you about this! He's always spot on with anything he says.. but this one hit home bigtime. So true...♡
Dam that hit!
That's awesome. I'm on day 3 in rehab for a heroin/oxy addiction. It's miserable, but I know the misery is temporary.
If you can make it a week then you can make it a year. First week is the worst. I couldn't be around people so I just DT'd in my bathtub. The hot water was the only thing that brought relief.
Im proud of you! In rehab and miserable lol your honest. Just hang in there. It will be so worth it. Stay strong and listen to Tom!
Yes! The Misery is Temporary, but the Rewards are potentially Lifelong & Are Far Greater than what you can imagine right now!!! Keep looking Forward-You’ve Got this!!!🙏
you got this!
You got it I did that ten years ago believing it was impossible. One shitty night at a time and just know in the back of your hear it is possible.
"Alot of things that are fun in the moment, will only make you weaker in the long run." This line is so beautiful. Tom, I guarantee you helped, probably many, but at least 1 person with that quote.
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Amen proud of you brother.
I got sober when I was 43 I'm 60 now 17 years so far and loving every minute of it🎉😇👍
Heck yea! Enjoy sobriety!
I'll be 43 in June.
I'm still a work in progress, but I've gotten sober off of everything except for necessary medications. I'm trying to take a break from smoking....I need my mental clarity. Much love. Respect.
@@ChristopherTurner-v6i hey man, you should be proud of yourself! A work in progress is all anyone really ever is. Nobody, and I mean not one single person, has fully developed every healthy aspect of themselves. It’s just not possible. Plus, as long as you’re striving for something, and staying focused on a goal that is beneficial to not only yourself but the people in your life, you’re fulfilling your purpose in life. Someone recently told me that life’s meaning is to learn, and it sounds like you’re learning and growing. Keep up the great work, brother!
"Alot of things that are fun in the moment make you weaker in the long run." I'm stealing this life quote. Respect to this man for maturing and turning from his mistakes.
Have you got your face tattooed yet?
@@anonymous.anonymity.have you been on top of the billboards? Met the love of your life? Made millions?
If you think face tattoos define a person, you’re the problem with this world 🤡
I'm 57, an old school Metalhead and I appreciate everything you do Tom u are an inspiration to the youth and the youth need you
52 right there with ya brother
34 metalhead here... Love him,too🤗
35, also a metalhead. And absolutely LOVE Tom. His music his messages all of it. Definitely need more men like him being good role models out there.
Tried telling you 3 yrs ago @TomMacDonaldOfficial #IAmTomMacDonald, you are the one true, real, and as far as I know the only #TheVoiceOfGenerations. Meaning you connect those of my day 70-80s, as well as yours and the next. I am NOT a rap fan yet I find nothing but my own words in your music. I mean that word for word. Dont get me wrong love some NWA but again they were my gen and spoke truth to my own day to day. But you Tom, you speak as if you were born of our day when patriotism was not a bad word it was a honor to know we had a duty to our countrymen and nation. Now tell me if im wrong my son may have heard this wrong but are you a Canadian who loves America as much as we of my day do?
Ill say this, 3.5 yrs ago I ran into my sons room with one of the greatest anthems of modern day. I still get goosebumps when blasting it as if I was again my own son's age. That monster American anthem is #Snowflakes! The video spoke so much more of in your fuckin face snowflakes, Loved seeing Blaire pull that damn mask off! You must know the triggering that single slap heard around the universe must have done.
I remember explaining to my son how deep the entire video was, which I appreciated the young man respectfully allowing to explain every detail before he looked at me reminded me who raised him and smirked while telling me I know dad this is the guy I wanted you to listen to but you said I wont like rap. I told you it wouldn't matter. Im glad to see you found him, it's Tom and his girl Nova and everyone else is on the outside, thats why they cant be touched, exactly what you have always raised me believing. But I agree he needs to watch out bc hes a total enemy of today, he loves America. Hes a lot like you in the way you do and see things, he got healthy for him and his family. He talks of his inner demons , reminds me of stories about you all proven from any time you thought I needed protecting. Finally understood what mommy meant the first time you came to my old school after that coach took my hat. Your eyes. Let me know I was untouchable with my you around, even if it's a bad thing inside you, you never let it out. Inner demon right.. Not exactly but yep youre on the right track. he smiled told me he knew I’d love your music and the rest was an entire artist that a father and a son could continue to bond over. Thats some rare shit. My boy likes some of my music but not much. I still dont like his so we call you the artist for one generation, that one is yours and yours and yours and yours etc. Thats inspiration that only comes from one source. God above. Sorry to anyone who doesnt believe we were created by those we share likeness with. Im sharing one you need to check out it's called clown world. Actually I'll share all of'em. Fake woke is all you, from breakfast to the trip to school to the trip home and all night long before someone cuts in front of you while on their phone and anti this and that bumper stickers, ooop here come the snowflakes. I repeated, hd needs to be careful, they target people like me hes in the spot light, before exiting his room out into the hall I didnt pick up on the words that I could hear him saying, I loaded clown world on my iPhone as well pulled up the words so I didnt hear fully until he came down to get a snack so I asked. "I guess we'll be listening to good music I can leave my earbuds in my pocket. Lil fuck!! But he does know his father. Became a father son competition to be the 1st to hear and download every new Friday release.
Yet regardless of being up at the crack of dawn as well staying up until I knew he was asleep, somehow ....somehow, I never won that battle. Until now I had forgot to ask if he was getting some early release or what.... Hmmm now I need to ask.
On thing my kid pointed out was telling me to read the comments on any video of the time, seems many shared my same concern. Protect this man he is #TheVoice. And that my young sir, that you absolutely are. Once again I'll openly admit, DO NOT LIKE RAP. NWA was for reason and not every song.... Not at all... If they ever got to you the headlines will read Tom MacDonald fell off the wagon and blah blah. It's not just the lyrics it's your whole business model. You proved the illusion of an unstoppable industrys lie. They are not needed now nor were they ever. It was only made to look this way to give power to those without. To own what others created. To use up and throw away people as if they are nothing more than props. For that you are a wanted man. And then theres the message of each of your stories sang out loud which effects not a mere gen, its is all gens. I told my boy I compare you to someone who I will not name as to not offend anyones beliefs. However only his words touched multiple gen of his time. I say again, protect this man!!! Sorry so long I was dying to get that out since early on.... God bless you and your girl.. Lock that circle down as you have all along. Trust no one outside of it...
d'accord
Good to see a young man who’s found his true life 🙏🏻
Hey Tom,
Definitely inspirational stuff, brother. I was an intravenous drug user in my late teens. I went to rehab in 1983, where I was saved by the Gospel of Christ, and have been clean and sober since. I was reborn in a Bible study while there. I have 4 adult daughters to which one of them turned me on to your music and 8 beautiful grandchildren which I'm sure I never would have gotten if I didn't get clean. Merry Christmas to you and your family. HOG for life.
Praise Jesus! He is the Great Physician, the Healer of our sòuI. Merry Christmas to you and yours.❤
God's Only Son Permits Eternal Life!
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Great job man! More than 10 years sober! It definitely changes your life
Awesomeness!!
3 years here, you’re an inspiration!
My 15, and 13 year old son got me into listening to your music and following your channel. I owe them for so much and I Thank You for all of your positivity my brother. GOD Bless and I wish you nothing but happiness and success.
You got some based kids, good job 👏
Keep raising them right 💪🏻
You've raised them right brother, I wish you and your family all the best in life.
basically the opposite for me (in a good way) my dad started listening to it, then I did, then i got my best friend to
My 28 yr old daughter got me started in the Music 🎶 🎵 But THE AWESOME LYRICS IS WHAT KEPT ME LISTENING. THEY ARE SO REAL & HEARTFELT..💜💙💚
I love this man and his message. As a mom, I send my kids his way all the time.
Nice Ukrainian flag😅
@@Mr.ChadBased I live in a *very* Ukrainian community. Everyone here has family in the 'Old Country'.
This makes me so happy for you and your loved ones! Thanks for the encouragement Tom!
@Holy-gs6ygwho are out talking about 😂
@Holy-gs6yg lol Tom has always been a skinny white guy, 😭 😘
@@desantiaxionwhat's your point?
I was sober 10 years. I relapsed but I have been clean n sober for 14 months. I love that in your song you say I don't hate myself no more.Loving yourself is a must being sober. I'm proud of you because we wouldn't have a role model like you to cheer us on. Thank you and Nova
Stay strong. Never give up. Ever!
Getting up after you have been knocked down is the mark of a true Champion. Congratulations! I pray for your continued strength, success, and sobriety.
Some serious strength to make that comeback.
I have been sober since May 2023. Every day is progression to being a stronger version of myself. Thanks for the inspiration.
The most amazing thing I did was making 90 days sober ... Never thought I could do it ... And that was 34 years 8 months ago. And if I can do it!? You can too!!!
@@gdaddy5193wow thats so great ! 🤝👊🙏
You are KILLIN IT! (your demon)! I am sending love and support to you from Florida! God speed!😂
Hell yes keep it up..
Heads up the holidays are the most dangerous to our sobriety......... don't be afraid skip a gathering of folks or fam... it's OK 👌 there's always next time 💪
AMEN to that brother, I’m 6 years 3 months and 21 days sober and I was addicted to alcohol, heroin, and hopelessly addicted to snorting meth for days at a time until my own father left me on the side of the road in the snow with nowhere to go and that broke me down enough that I quit meth and heroin cold turkey and came off alcohol in six days!Eventually I realized that I needed to get professional therapy, and I see my therapist twice a week still and I probably will for a long time! I wish more people who have the platform you do would use it as honorably as you do every single time, I pray that my sons ages 4,5 and 10 will choose to admire Tom and Adam Calhoun and avoid mainstream hip hop entirely 🙏🏻
I really wish more people shared the same outlook and opions in life as this man
love this and love your new song. I love it so much when you do these kinds of songs other than political....I total agree with you on this Tom and I'm on the same page.
Get it!! Don't forget bro, when you became sober you also inspired 100s of thousands others. Thanks big dawg.
Great word brother , I'm 7 years clean and sober doing great as well . Glory to God
I’m so proud of you!! This is beautiful to see!!! Keep up the good work I struggled for all my 20s and young 30s I will never go backwards no matter how hard it gets in life this side is so much better and freeing ❤❤ sending you so much love & light 💕✨🙏🏻
SO GOOD ADVERTISING FOR A BETTER LIFE
Congratulations on your sobriety!! I'm happy to hear you're doing well ( even though I don't know you 😁)
I lived this life and I too quit and have multiple properties, a great paying job, a wife of 29 years, a beautiful daughter and cool grandson. Tom is so right, and I know it's scary getting sober, real scary; but in the long run you will not regret throwing that last drunk down the drain! Gods blessings to you all 🙏
What an uplifting video, Tom! This is what so many young people need to hear.
I guess you can call me young at 46 too if you like 😂😂😂
To those that are struggling YOU ARE WORTH IT!!!! YOUR LIFE MATTERS!!!!! YOU HAVE VALUE!!! YOU CAN DO THIS💜💜💜
You are a great person to look up to. You're honest, and that isn't normal anymore.
You need better role models.
I love this! Addiction stole the life of my daughter, brother and sister! Stay strong!!
So much positivity. So nice to hear.
Thank you.
Great message; 100% agree.
Take the leap , 0% regret, And your future you will forever
Thank you for it.
I an 1 year sober from alcohol and could not be happier!! “I don’t drink” bad days” and “Sober” helped with my conviction. Glad to see you healthy and clean!
You may have just changed my life. not immediately but what you said. Unbelievably true.
You are an outstanding example to everyone that anyone can succeed if they really want n try. Love your music Tom. 78 yr old fan.
I was a hardcore drug addict for 12 yrs. Was homeless and family had washed there hands of me. But god took a horrible person like me and gave me a new life. I even quit smoking cigarettes. Being sober isn’t easy but it’s definitely worth it. I’m glad to hear your story man. Congratulations!
Thanks for help keeping me centered, Thomas. Love you brother
Tom we love you so much and Nova too!
I got sober April 2012❤! My life is so much better!! I bought a horse ranch, started my own business and made my friends family and most of all myself so proud! I am a full time participant of life. EARHOLES WIFE!❤
I always wanted a horse ranch with cutting & reining horses & Barrel horses.
@@Lacey_Face Go get it!
I have two American Paint quarter horses and an Arabian. They are smart, beautiful best friends and amazing!
@@danettevandusen2464 Oh that was my younger life. I still ride when I can, but I'm to old to run a ranch now. We had a Wimpy P-1 Grandson. He was a gorgeous Bay. My Barrel horse was 1/2 Qtrhorse and 1/2 Arabian. He flew like the wind. Nobody could beat us. My Jumper was my Dads Thoroughbred. He could jump a 5' rail. He was so smooth, I could jump him bareback.
@@Lacey_Face Awesome
My mare is named Lacie!!!
AWESOME!!!
I really needed to hear this today. Thanks Tom so much
Same here! Well 12 days in the future. Hope you've been able to answer "if you are building a stronger version of yourself, today"? You got this!
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You speak the truth! Been sober for almost two years. I realized I couldn’t deeper heal until I was sober.
Amen
What a great message, and so true.
Thanks Tom, merry Christmas, and may God bless you and all your family
I'm 65, and I LOVE all your music! You inspire all ages.
You are such an awesome soul. Your family and friends are so blessed to have you in their lives, we all are!!!
I love hearing this message! Everyone out there needs positive messages about pulling our socks up and LIVING life to our fullest potential. Thanks for the inspiration today!
Let’s go Tom! Congratulations to being and staying sober. I love your music and messages it helps me be a stronger version of myself
Great song and great message, eternal blessings light and love to you and yours brother.
😌🙏✨️❤️
3 months (to the day) sober, drank heavily for 20+ years. Everything has changed for the better. God Bless ya Tom, keep it up! Such a positive message, such an inspirational person.
God is so good.
That's INCREDIBLE. Sending an abundance of peace, prosperity and all good things your way. You deserve them all my friend!
Can I ask what and how did you get started to be sober I could use your advice 😢 please and thank you 🙏
@@Sparkplugdoug13 Honestly, I surrendered. I had tried for years on years to quit, always saying "I got this, this time..." and repeatedly failed.
I looked at my world, my son, especially....fell to my knees and begged God to help me. That I couldn't do it on my own, I was so lost, so desperate...
The next morning, as if a light switch was flipped, I had a very strong, deep drive that I would only have 1 today. And I wont have anymore there after.
I remember it insanely vivid, took the last sip, threw it in the fire and cried.
Was like losing a best friend-- but a friend that offered absolutely nothing, unless destruction is something.
A lot of reflection the following day. A lot of emotions started flowing, not bad ones either.
Little realization points of "I just had a great conversation with that person, SOBER?!?"
Long story short...
When I let go, and admitted it, the Lord really, truly, 100% saved me.
I was cloaked in the Holy Spirit, wrapped so tight that ANYTIME I had a moment of weakness (so many, sooo many), all I did (and do now) was look up and say "please, Lord, please..."
I'm not making any of this up, either, INSTANTLY the thoughts, the anxiety, etc., etc., was gone.
My focus was redirected, and a sense of calm set over me.
The shakes sucked bad, stuttered a tiny bit...But physical withdrawals were about a week, and miraculously it didn't effect me as much as I had thought (was thinking seizures, heart attack, etc.).
So many positives since.
I had been humbled, and am so very grateful for it.
I'm relearning life now. Everything is different, for the better.
I'll be praying for you, praying that you ask the Big Man (God) for help.
-much love
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Amen, Brother! Perfectly stated! "A lot of things that are fun in the moment make you weak in the long run."
Love the message you are sending to young people. Don’t beat yourself up for time wasted; you caught it in time! Proud to know of you! 🙏❤️🇺🇸
Thanks so much for sharing your testimony. So many people need to hear this!
Brother I’ve been clean of opioids since 10-03-08, I started drinking thinking I could control myself and found out I can’t it’s cost me big so now I’m working on myself again. Your music is inspiring me to do so and I’ll do the rest as I know from the past.
God Bless Tom and his Family ❤❤
@marks1105 So now you know. And it sounds like you learned from it. We're all human & sometimes we have errors in judgment. You've gotten clean before, you know what works for you & what doesn't. Stay strong. You got this!!
Well said Tom.
You are now a role model.
May the LORD bless you and your loved ones.
Bob. Australia.
I've been a fan for a long time. I love seeing your transformation. Your music I'm playing all the time.
Toms on The American dream without letting in the money men🤑🤑🤑 who stay money men. while milking🐄🐃🐂🦬 your dreams Tom ur tha man bro!!keep standing up for normal and speaking truth for the common good 👍👍👍
Great message. I’m sure many are going through what you have. Your message gives them hope!
Keep on kicking ass brother!!💪🏽🤘🏽
Excellent message! Well done and God bless you. Look after your family. Look after and support each other. Respect and salute you!!!!!🏁🏁
Awesome man’ good message to hear, even for just trying to become a better version of ur self. On to continued successes and milestones for all of us! Cheers from Canada 🇨🇦
Amen brother getting sober is one of the greatest things I've done for myself and my family. Much love, Merry Christmas
Truer words were never spoken.
True!
You’re a man of integrity.
And as we grow,we learn ....
Thanks for the message,teemack!
Greetings to all brave and hardworking Americans from Switzerland 🇨🇭
You know who you are.... 🦬🇺🇸🦅
Congratulations Tom! You are now part of the living life club! You are Awesome.
Amen! I’m a recovering alcoholic and agree 100%. I drink sparkling water to kill the craving while I’m w family who drink. It’s hard but totally worth not going back to an insignificant purposeless life. This message is so on point! Ty for your testimony and strength.
Congrats on sobriety. I've been sober 8 years but haven't done a whole hellava lot with my life since then. I believe I was supposed to hear your words right here and now. Thank you for giving me some courage to get out of my head and into my life.......
That’s a great message!! Thank you!! Keep up the awesome work!! I’m sober this time 15 yrs!! ❤🎉😊🙏
Amen Tom! You were a big influence next to God and my family who helped me overcome that awful addiction. I don't miss alcohol for one moment. Keep it up man. You're an inspiration!
You really comparing some sinner to God. That's scary
Thanks for this message! I really fell very bad today and sad. God bless you Amen.
Sorry that you're feeling sad, but, tomorrow is another day, and in a way, it's like a reset. At least, for me. When things get you down, look at sunset or sunrise, GOD painted it just for you!!! And when life gives me Crap, I do what my cats showed me to do, throw litter on it and walk away. It's not worth my time to worry about it. Hope this helps and GOD Bless.
Ditto ! ❤️
Hey my friend, me too. Let's try and do something different okay? A little pressure motivates. That's what I'm trying to do.❤
Take it from a guy who had a rough past there's not a single thing you can do to change your past, but you can't change your future in two shakes :-) God bless
You can do this!!!!!
Almost 6 years sober myself. You and your music has been a gift! Keep up the great work my friend!
So true! I’m a recovering addict with mental illness with 7 years clean! I’m now majoring in psychology to be able to help other struggling addicts/ mental illness. I believe God has put me on that path.
Took me until my mid 50s to figure this out. Thanks so much for sharing this message. You can't get time back. ❤️
Better late than never 😉 ❤
I am struggling to stay sober from alcohol so thank you for sharing me the good things that can come out of not drinking or using. I feel so depressed like my life is already over at the age of 43
There is so much more life waiting for you and so many people, including people you haven't met yet, that love you, will love you and are excited to have you in their life. You just need to make it through today - not the next 40 years, or 12 months, or week - just focus on today. And if today is too much, just focus on the next hour, or 30 minutes, or 5. You are stronger than you give yourself credit for. Much love ❤❤❤
Your life is just beginning, I am 5 years sober now and I've got so much more life ahead of me and I'm around the same age as you. You can do this you are stronger than you realize and you are loved by more than you can imagine ❣️❣️❣️
This Guy and message are amazing! You found absolute Truth brother! Congrats on finding the profound yet simple purpose of life! 🙏 🙌
This message resonates strongly! Last year I started to say NO more often, don’t get me wrong, I love saying YES but now it’s only to new experiences with people worth my time and with things that make me love life. This year alone I’ve said NO so many times, kinda sick and tired of the same drunken weekend routine that add absolutely zero value to my life, been there done that. Thank you! 🧡
This is huge and really well said. I've always have had love and respect for you but my admiration has grown for you so much more over the last couple of weeks. I am approaching 4 years of Sobriety and this resonates with me
Just celebrated 23 years of sobriety and this is good advice Tom.
Whoa😮😊
Congrats & Much Respect for Staying Strong🙏♥️♥️💯
Your F'n awesome.. and you should be proud of yourself 👍🇮🇪🙏
Respect 🫡
You are a blessing to this culture Tom. I’m very grateful for your work.
I second, third, and fourth your feelings. It feels GREAT to become sober.....YES! It works and it matters!
You bring joy to so many of us. I’m almost 50 and I think you are an amazing young man. My wife and boys love you!
You really are inspirational. Keep spreading the message of positivity.
Tom, I'm 60, and you are an inspiration to me. Very cool, dude!! You're fucking cool man.
Same!
Amen! Seen his Rosanne B. Interview: He seemed down to earth and humble. I like that he wasn't ashamed to talk about God.
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I hope more people appreciate their family while they can, and even if they don't have a great relationship with blood related members, hopefully, they can find others who show them what family is actually about.
I'm proud of you, Tom. Thank you for the inspiration.
I'm so proud of you tom God has truly changed your life hallelujah glory to God in Jesus name amen.
I think it's awesome that everybody loves God but I also think it's kind of sucky that you take away a person's credit for changing their own life and give it to something that didn't change his life cuz he did and he's the only one that deserves credit for it
@nancy8219 Ephesians 4:22-24 (NLT) shows this powerfully: “Throw off your old sinful nature and your former way of life, which is corrupted by lust and deception. Instead, let the Spirit renew your thoughts and attitudes. Put on your new nature, created to be like God-truly righteous and holy.” my testimony is I'm a change man not by my own doing but through God Jesus the Holy spirit and his word am I change and every day is another day by his grace and mercy I am alive to live out his will and walk with God on this journey where he takes me for without God I am nothing but with God he has redeem me to live a purpose for his glory and kingdom in Jesus name amen we all have a purpose he has created us to be for he has first loved us so we love him.
W@@nancy8219wrong we owe everything to God he created us and the world we can't do anything with out God and when we ignore God life turns to crap get over yourself your not that awesome good thing God is he deserves our all get over your pride
@@nancy8219 its a matter of humility and thankfulness that we exist at all really
@@RikouHogashi for what !! this is the worst dimension to be in as a human on earth so thank you but I'd rather be someplace else I'm not really into thanking anybody for being stuck in hell at the moment
Thank you for the inspiration. Drinking and drugging killed my life. Lost my love, my home, and my reputation. It's time to get back on track. Much love.
I just got out of rehab today and saw this. You’re such an inspiration in so many ways bro. Telling your story and letting your light shine gives other people around you permission to do the same. I’m proud of you and proud of myself for getting clean. Thank you for being you Tom. You’re a powerful dude with a powerful story. Much love brother.
Stay strong, you got this!
Congrats! A few days away from a year of no alcohol. It gets better each month. May God give you strength and you find and keep the strength within yourself!
Congratulations on the sobriety. 22yrs clean, Everyday is a struggle but you make it easier bro.Thank you
I used to say that after I got sober too... for almost 5 years in fact... then I opened my heart to Jesus Christ and everything changed... EVERYTHING. With Him, every day is so much easier than I ever remembered. Just a suggestion, but I will pray for your peace regardless!
Proud of you Tom. And Thank you for spreading love
Amen brother. Woke up to this not too long ago and I feel alive again. It's great.
Keep spreading such a good message Tom.
I'm 10 months sober today and if stumbling across this short today of all days isn't a manifestation of my higher power then I don't know what is.
Love your work, love to your family this Christmas
Mart
Tom, you’re such an inspiration. I couldn’t have described sobriety so perfectly but you did. It’s hard for normies to understand that I was imprisoned by drugs and alcohol. It was a choice to drink or do drugs, but not a choice to become an addict. It’s like it happens overnight. Keep changing lives. We love you!
You are an inspiration to folks that are in that space you were in, you have the credibility to reach folks ... 👍
Dude I wish I could get sober completely and follow in your footsteps. You're such a great dude and have a lovely family. I wish nothing but repeated success and happiness for all of you
Hang in there bro!
@@angrypatriot1439 Thank you dearly, my friend! Have a happy and safe New Year
Nah bro, don't wish... just do. Like Yoda said "Do or do not. There is no try."
I know that might sound harsh, but sometimes we need someone to be honest with us and drop the crap.
Find something that's important to you, more important than drinking or partying etc. Make that your focal point.
Mine was/is my kids. Been sober a year.
You can do it, but it's not about "wishing" it's about doing.
I wish you all the best, be strong, find your purpose and have an amazing 2024.
Drop me a response here if you need someone to have your back.
Hey I was there at one point too. If you want some advice from someone whos been through it, hear me ot, or ignore if not interested. The trick and only trick is to KEEP QUITTING, Meaning quit for an hour quit for a day quit for a week. Whatever you can handle. It takes a long time to stop this shite. Keep Quitting over and over and over just keep quitting. That repeated practice builds up and then you'll start discovering things on the way. Good luck-
@@nerdlegendz You have a great heart to take your time out to help... Thank you, my friend. It does mean a lot to me.
Your voice, your art is so important for these times. Thank you! 🙏
Dude, my daughter and i saw you and Nova at a hole in the wall bar in Oklahoma City before you made it big. I love your music, your talent, your passion, your raw truth, and your heart. Although i don't know you personally, I'm still really proud of who you have become. You and Nova deserve ALL of the success you can get!
Much love & God bless you both
This.... This right here is the message that all struggling with addictions should hear! Thank you, sir, for being the best you can be and congratulations to you and your new life!
Love this! I’ve been sober for over 15 years and the momentum is staggering! Whenever someone asks how I got where I’m at the first thing I say is cut out the bullshit in your life. Number 1 for that is drugs and alcohol. Appreciate you always coming from your heart with your message.
Merry Christmas Tom, family and all of your followers. I’m 68 years old and I think you are beyond talented. Your words ring true in so many ways
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Singing!😮
Miss you!
Chuck harrellchuck?
Care of Brandon Cole argo?
Amazing message Tom. A message I think a lot of people need to hear and take to heart.
AMEN!
THANK YOU GOD FOR THE CHANGES THAT YOU HAVE FACILIITATED IN MY LIFE.
AND THANK YOU TOM FOR POINTING OUT THE TRUTH FOR THE YOUTH!
How true that all is. I’ve been sober for about 21 years now and am LOVING IT.
Absolutely beautiful... bro you got me teared up. I'm so happy for you, proud of your growth & success. I remember you sending me your music before you exploded & asking me for my opinion which made me feel special & honestly, still does... I have always supported you & I always will. Your influence is so positive & brave & much needed in this world we live in. You deserve all of the great success & every blessing you get because you, your voice, your message is what is needed to wake people up & give hope & courage back to this failing society. I wish I could have met you back when we would Facebook cuz now I'm sure that'd be impossible but regardless I rock with you bro & I just can't say it enough of how happy it makes me to have watched your entire legacy unfold as for sure the #1 Independent Rapper EVER! It's just such a honest & positive story that adds life & value to a world in need of people like you. Sorry if this is a bit corny but it's true & these things deserve praise. Even tho I was probably just some random person that you facebooked every once in awhile & it might not have been a big deal to you. It ment alot to me & it might sound dumb to say but it actually helped me more than you'll ever know. You made me feel like I had value & worth in a time of my life where that was something I greatly struggled with... I spent so many years hating myself because of the way others treated me, I believed everything they said I was. A freak, a weirdo, it, monster, looser, waste of space, the list went on. It was very rare to have moments where I actually liked myself even tho I desperately wanted to. So when you would message me & wanted my opinion it was really something special to me. I would always say to myself "me? You want my opinion? But your super talented & always put out amazing music with killer lyrics. The kind I only wished I could come up with. (I don't know if you remember but I write too) I'm no one but yet you want my opinion..." again, corny I know but it's true. Anyway, my point is that even back then you were already making a difference in people's lives...mine. I always wished I could say something better or cooler to you in response because I thought it was crazy that someone with your talent would even care about some nobody's opinion like mine & everytime you'd reach out I got to feel like I was worth something to someone even if it wasn't much. It was a lot to me & I'll forever be grateful & hold on to that prized feeling that "Tom Macdonald used to talk to me & cared about what I had to say" I never told you about that but after watching this video I thought I'd let you know how you impacted my life even tho we've still never met (I'm totally down if you'd ever want to btw) lol. I'm not trying to be 1 of those creeper fans but I am a forever fan. Lastly, I gotta give some love to your girl Nova too. I think she is amazing & you two are perfect together & I love that you found each other. You compliment each other so well & it's obvious it's true love. Nova! If you ever read this I just want to say I love your music too! You are so incredibly talented in every way. Your lyrics, delivery, vibe & honesty & your vision for all your guy's videos. Your lyrics hit home for me in so many of your songs. I really can relate to the inner struggles growing up & the external too. You have so much heart & emotion that comes through everything you rap or sing. It's true talent. The both of you have such amazing & beautiful talent. There's music that's fun & sounds good & then there's music that finds its way into the depths of your soul & becomes apart of you. Your music (both of you) is that music for me. And I'm sure it is that way for a lot of others too... You guys should be proud that you literally change lives for the better through your music & through just being you to those lucky enough to be friends & family. Cuz that's the goal in life right? To make a dent in the universe. Well you've both made craters :) Mad love to both of you. Sorry this was so long, hopefully it made sense, sometimes my words & thoughts get a little jumbled.
Your forever fan & friend,
Jake Jenson
This was probably one of the best shorts I've seen here on UA-cam in a while. 💜
This is so damn encouraging. Struggling hard in my mental health and Alcoholism. Not a good combo. This def uplifted my heart. And thanks for all your vids and standing for truth. The world needs ppl like you!
If only more people would listen. Tom for president bro! For real. We need so many more real people like you.
You see a 30 sec clip and think he's fit to govern 350 million people?! Lol you must not have much experience with addicts and recovering addicts lol
OMG This is the most truthful Statement I’ve ever heard. Reflection is amazing, each painful point you made struck a nerve.! Been there done that, thank God we learned before it was too late. Live free Brother!
Yes 🙌 Great message..! i wish i realized it sooner. Family is everything and if you give love out you get it back .
Absolutely awesome message !!! So true. Become the best version of you!!! Thank you!
Oh Tom! 🤗 I LOVE 💗 YOU ~ more and more every day! You are changing lives!
At first I was like, huh, good stuff, bad language. Then I took in more of your content,, and continued to see how you are reaching TODAY'S people at THEIR level, from where you ARE and HAVE been, and are going in life.
This is tremendous power to be heard!
Praying God's CONTINUED BLESSINGS over you as you deny the lies and speak the TRUTHS!!
What a great motivation video this is! 🎉