I’m currently losing my battle with cancer and it’s been hard for me to come to terms with it. This song has helped me a lot come to peace with myself and what’s happening. So thank you, it means more than you could ever know.
You are stronger than you think and braver than you know. 💪🏼❤️🙏🏼 I usually don’t comment on much but I just want you to know there is someone here that you’ve never met that will be praying for you.
Complete agree! Blessed to hear so much greatness for 1000s of years we might have been lucky to hear 1 or 2 people sing....now more music than we have time.
My son... He didn't know how golden he was, how Love shined through every aspect of him. May all who face fear and unworthiness allow life and love to break through! Blessed be*
Hi Ruston I am expecting my second baby boy July 10th....I will be naming him Ruston. Thank you for your music it has helped me through to 2 years clean from drugs and alcohol on June 25th 2020. It has been the greatest gift I could ever give myself and my sons.
Makes me think of my son. He didn't get to live to see his 7th birthday but he fought his illness so bravely. He was and is my strength. He is remembered for his braveness, his love, his joy for life, and his perseverance. I love you son. 5-19-19
I don't have children or a legacy to leave behind and fight depression everyday but I've always believed in something more and embraced love....this song is beautiful, keep on inspiring.
Thank you so much for "Brave." Listened to it for the first time this morning and cried actual tears. It reminds me so much of my son, who has been batting addiction on and off for 15+ years. But he's 7 months sober now and I'm so damn proud of him. He truly is "Brave." I ordered him a Brave shirt, too. Damn, Ruston. You really got me in the feels today. Bless you.💜
This may not mean much to you coming from somebody younger but I’m very proud of him, and i’m also proud of you for being supportive and being by his side that’s the greatest gift a parent can give. Just to be there.
This was my last live show experience pre pandemic and I have to say, thank you, crowmaster for including me in one of the most beautiful moments of my life. Forever in the front row cheering you on, Rusty. Thanks.
I always get like this warm and cozy feeling whenever I listen to your songs. You're pure art, such a talented mind and soul. Congratulations. Love from Mexico!
John Moreland wrote this in one of his songs: "If we don't bleed, it don't feel like a song". Check him, he is an outstanding singer sonwriter, sort of Ruston.
I sobbed when you played this in Philly and I'm crying now too. This song makes me want to be Brave, and to keep writing, and keep fighting my mental health battle too. Thank you.
This song feels so intimate, as though the audience is peering inside such a vulnerable time in his life. This is what music is all about and for Ruston to capture those emotions, you are singing what's in so many hearts, so many stories now told. This song sings to me, absolutely beautiful.
Beautiful and I knew you had an irish heritage. By looking at your profile before I even saw your name... my husband and my kids have the same ‘look’..
I cannot do justice with mere words as to how much I love, love, love this song. Thank you for sharing the gift of you and your work with the world 💜🙏🏻
I was so grateful to learn this was being released to the world so everyone could benefit from it like I have. Over the last year and a half, everyone has called me brave for blowing the whistle and telling the truth when I felt anything but. I kept telling everyone I wasn't brave because I didn't have a choice, not if I wanted things to change, not if I wanted my experience never to happen to anyone else, not if I wanted to live with myself, until my brother said "Just because it feels absolutely necessary doesn't mean it's not also courageous." This song appeared on UA-cam around that time (thanks, Mike Capo), and, being a hardcore RK fan, I found it. It became what I listened to when I had nothing left to fight with and allowed me to find that last bit. I cannot tell you how grateful I am for this song and the video. Thank you.
If you meant to make me cry, you have succeeded with this song and many others. You are a unique soul and a special artist. Thank you for all your songs, funny touching smart ass poignant truthful heartfelt and heartbreaking, ultimately human and honest and raw, Love you man!
Such a beautiful song and a blessing to all who hear it. It is haunting and healing. God has a big purpose for you. Such love ending it with “ for mom”. Made me cry.,.
Ruston, your music is the most honest that is out there today...thanks for sharing your gifts and talents with the rest of us...may God Bless you as you have blessed us...
Saw him in Punta Cana in November at John Prine's All The Best. He played at 11:30 at night to a pretty small audience and did a bunch of new songs that he told us would be released on his new album. I wish I could tell you that he did this one, but I WAS at an all-inclusive resort and alcohol WAS free, so...
So beautiful...the melody and the lyrics. The references to recovery are powerful and help remind me where sobriety can lead, one day at a time. Congratulations
I was at that show at the Ryman and I cried when I heard this song for the first time. Now I cried watching the video on a random Monday during a fucking quarantine. Full circle man! 😭😭😭😭 This 👏🏻 is 👏🏻 beautiful 👏🏻 We needed this.
What an amazing song. Ruston you were the last concert I saw before the world went to shit. If it is the last concert I ever see, I'll be ok with that. Much love.
Thank god the day Spotify put your TS cover on my Discover Weekley playlist. That day is today :) voice, raspy voice with soul that's what i stay with your songs Thank You.
Right in the feels! This is amazing... i want to listen again, but i don’t want to be openly weeping right now. Thank you for sharing your art with us.
I’m currently losing my battle with cancer and it’s been hard for me to come to terms with it. This song has helped me a lot come to peace with myself and what’s happening. So thank you, it means more than you could ever know.
Blessed be sweet brave man*
You are stronger than you think and braver than you know. 💪🏼❤️🙏🏼 I usually don’t comment on much but I just want you to know there is someone here that you’ve never met that will be praying for you.
Sending healing energy your way. Keep up.
Sending
I hope you're reading this; if not, I wish you a beautiful journey.
I feel so lucky to live in a time where music like this exists.
Amen.
Complete agree! Blessed to hear so much greatness for 1000s of years we might have been lucky to hear 1 or 2 people sing....now more music than we have time.
I couldn't agree more!!!
Same
Amen
My son... He didn't know how golden he was, how Love shined through every aspect of him. May all who face fear and unworthiness allow life and love to break through! Blessed be*
This is what it sounds like when the heart sings...
Hi Ruston I am expecting my second baby boy July 10th....I will be naming him Ruston. Thank you for your music it has helped me through to 2 years clean from drugs and alcohol on June 25th 2020. It has been the greatest gift I could ever give myself and my sons.
This made me cry
Obama's 2020 playlist sent me here.... Omg I just lost my Mom in June 2020 💔 This song made me think of her. I love it ❤🙌🏼
💔 Feel you. Lost my mom July 2020. Blessings to you. And, yes, this is a lovely song.
It’s a crime that most people don’t know about the talent this man possesses. Absolutely beautiful
I don’t know if you’ll see this but your voice heals me.
same.
Makes me think of my son. He didn't get to live to see his 7th birthday but he fought his illness so bravely. He was and is my strength. He is remembered for his braveness, his love, his joy for life, and his perseverance. I love you son. 5-19-19
PrettyGirlSwag
So sorry for your loss
I hope days get better never forgotten but easier as days go by.
I hope you are well
Peace ✌🏻 Pandemic
@@05.WebWrangler.LeotaOBrien Thank you. Your words of comfort mean more than you know.
What a sweet mama, he was obviously lucky to be your blessing.Take care
I don't have children or a legacy to leave behind and fight depression everyday but I've always believed in something more and embraced love....this song is beautiful, keep on inspiring.
My mom never called me brave. I kinda wish she had because I am. But Ruston has a great voice! Love the guitar too.
Thank you so much for "Brave." Listened to it for the first time this morning and cried actual tears. It reminds me so much of my son, who has been batting addiction on and off for 15+ years. But he's 7 months sober now and I'm so damn proud of him. He truly is "Brave." I ordered him a Brave shirt, too. Damn, Ruston. You really got me in the feels today. Bless you.💜
Dean, may God Bless you and your son as he battles his addiction. May he have the strength to overcome!
❤️🙏❤️ God bless your son. ❤️🙏❤️. 🦋
Dean Dauphinais Your son is freaking amazing. And so are you 💪
This may not mean much to you coming from somebody younger but I’m very proud of him, and i’m also proud of you for being supportive and being by his side that’s the greatest gift a parent can give. Just to be there.
Praying for the best for you both
This is one of the best folk/indie/borderline country songs I've heard in a very long time. Damn. I'm lucky to have stumbled across this.
Good god this is beautiful. The images that tie into the lyrics make this transcendent
That guitar, that voice...
YOU.
We played this song at my grandpa's funeral it was an amazing representation of him
Ruston, I’m pretty sure your story is all of our stories. Keep it up my friend.
Absolutely incredible. So powerful and vulnerable. Hell of a songwriter.
Add me to the list of people brought to tears by this song and video.
Addiction sucks, but this amazing song gives me the desire to live a full and healthy life.
Love this. What you write is often what most of us can't and that's why actual songwriters are important. R.I.P. John Prine
Beautiful and uplifting. I love that you’re able to have this new chapter, after the dark and hard chapters that you had to go through to get here.
This was my last live show experience pre pandemic and I have to say, thank you, crowmaster for including me in one of the most beautiful moments of my life. Forever in the front row cheering you on, Rusty. Thanks.
This is real, genuine music. Thank you for this.
You restore my faith that there’s still good music in the world
This song really helped me out, it made me realize that I was letting everyone down. I’m gonna try better
Just let "everyone" in... be brave and don't be afraid to be imperfect, don't go through it all alone. Blessed be*
Same bruh same
Big mood
How's That working out for ya ?
Keep going ; its worth the Effort .
This video and song has made me cry 3 times today. Absolutely love it and you!
I always get like this warm and cozy feeling whenever I listen to your songs.
You're pure art, such a talented mind and soul.
Congratulations.
Love from Mexico!
2:09 KAAAAACCCEEEYY😭😭😭😭😭😭😭
You know it’s a good song when you can’t help but cry
John Moreland wrote this in one of his songs: "If we don't bleed, it don't feel like a song". Check him, he is an outstanding singer sonwriter, sort of Ruston.
I sobbed when you played this in Philly and I'm crying now too. This song makes me want to be Brave, and to keep writing, and keep fighting my mental health battle too. Thank you.
Rebecca Esther You’ve got this ❤️
You are strong and loved - keep fighting... you can do it
I lost my sister December 5th she lost her battle with depression. She held on 36 beautiful years. Her depression is now mine
I believe in you! And what do you write? Songs? Stories? Poetry? Instrumental compositions?
This song feels so intimate, as though the audience is peering inside such a vulnerable time in his life. This is what music is all about and for Ruston to capture those emotions, you are singing what's in so many hearts, so many stories now told. This song sings to me, absolutely beautiful.
......be the light that leads away from the darkness. 🖤
oR, be the light that leads thRoUgh the darkness... light it uP ;)
Beautiful and I knew you had an irish heritage. By looking at your profile before I even saw your name... my husband and my kids have the same ‘look’..
Your friend Mike showed me your music. Today is 4 years for me. Blessed
I cannot do justice with mere words as to how much I love, love, love this song. Thank you for sharing the gift of you and your work with the world 💜🙏🏻
Powerful. Thank you for your words.
I was so grateful to learn this was being released to the world so everyone could benefit from it like I have. Over the last year and a half, everyone has called me brave for blowing the whistle and telling the truth when I felt anything but. I kept telling everyone I wasn't brave because I didn't have a choice, not if I wanted things to change, not if I wanted my experience never to happen to anyone else, not if I wanted to live with myself, until my brother said "Just because it feels absolutely necessary doesn't mean it's not also courageous." This song appeared on UA-cam around that time (thanks, Mike Capo), and, being a hardcore RK fan, I found it. It became what I listened to when I had nothing left to fight with and allowed me to find that last bit. I cannot tell you how grateful I am for this song and the video. Thank you.
What a sword song indeed.
If you meant to make me cry, you have succeeded with this song and many others. You are a unique soul and a special artist. Thank you for all your songs, funny touching smart ass poignant truthful heartfelt and heartbreaking, ultimately human and honest and raw, Love you man!
Oh Damn, that one hit me hard. Thanks Kelly, already on my favorites songs
Such a beautiful song and a blessing to all who hear it. It is haunting and healing. God has a big purpose for you. Such love ending it with “ for mom”. Made me cry.,.
Your first show at the ryman was the last concert I saw before covid cancelled everything. Glad i got one last good show in
I literally just cried my eyes out😭❤
So beautiful! Oh yes I cried! Can't wait till we can see you live again. I'm flying to wherever you are!
Singing this at my grandaddy's services this coming Sunday. Appreciate you, buddy. This really means a lot to me now.
9:18 in the morning and i'm already chocked up!
Ruston, your music is the most honest that is out there today...thanks for sharing your gifts and talents with the rest of us...may God Bless you as you have blessed us...
Saw him in Punta Cana in November at John Prine's All The Best. He played at 11:30 at night to a pretty small audience and did a bunch of new songs that he told us would be released on his new album. I wish I could tell you that he did this one, but I WAS at an all-inclusive resort and alcohol WAS free, so...
This is THE song man. Beautiful
So beautiful...the melody and the lyrics. The references to recovery are powerful and help remind me where sobriety can lead, one day at a time. Congratulations
I was at that show at the Ryman and I cried when I heard this song for the first time. Now I cried watching the video on a random Monday during a fucking quarantine. Full circle man! 😭😭😭😭
This 👏🏻 is 👏🏻 beautiful 👏🏻
We needed this.
That show was INCREDIBLE
What an amazing song. Ruston you were the last concert I saw before the world went to shit. If it is the last concert I ever see, I'll be ok with that. Much love.
What a gorgeous voice!
Sensitivity plus.
Sincerity.
Pure unadulterated
One guitar.
A great song
A greater voice.
Oh yes.
Greatness. 💙✒️📄🏐
This song makes me feel things
You are a gem.
This song is so gorgeous!! ❤️🎶😊🎙🎸
Speechless.
Moved me to tears. Indescribably beautiful, man. Thank you.
Everything you touch turns to gold!
Beautiful.
Thank god the day Spotify put your TS cover on my Discover Weekley playlist. That day is today :) voice, raspy voice with soul that's what i stay with your songs Thank You.
Tears, every time.
Hey Ruston, I'm a new fan, but I want you to know that we're all here for you during all your weakest times, and the good times too.
Best song ever totally inspirational
Wow! This song made me cry!
Thank you, Ruston. Your songs mean more to me than you'll ever know.....this one really was the thoughts in my head. Thanks again for everything.
be proud of this work.
thanks for releasing such a vulnerable song. you’re an inspiration to many.
Love music, love lyric, and love the dedication.
Thank you for sharing your truth with us... 🙏❤🎧
Ugh so so incredible.
How has this guy only got 6k followers??? one of my favourite songs of 2020 so far :)
Very often, true artists have much less views than those of TV crap.
This song gives me chills! Ruston is just other worldly! Love this so much! ❤️❤️❤️
Here to listen to this stunning song, once again. Absolutely chills every time I listen to it.
Since I heard this song I have to hear it once a day at least
This is perfection, what a voice. I think a duet with Lennon Stella would be amazing. The two most beautiful voices together.
You’re helping so many people ❤
Sending love from Serbia 🙏
Beautiful can’t really describe this song , perfect tribute to soar to the heavens above
Gosh, this is beautiful! You have the ache that connects so deeply to the music and makes it so moving!
We see you. Keep going, keep going don’t ever go back. ❤
Yes yes and yes again.
Talents loom * large.
Ty for the lyrics.
✨🍀🌬️🌁❄️☀️🌅
You touch my soul! Thank you so much for this beautiful song 💕
This is really underappreciated. I've seen Mr Kelly a coupla times live and this song really gives me hope he will fulfill his musical potential
So beautiful 😭
so incredibly beautiful. wow
This song just filled me with so many emotions. WOW Ruston.. WOW
It's been a long time since a song made me cry like this one! It's like we lived the same life
"Legacy... What is a legacy?
It’s planting seeds in a garden you might never live to see." ~Hamilton
Perfectly done and just what we needed !! 👌
Wow this song brings tears to my eyes! You are an incredible artist!
This is a wonderful song because it feels like it was written for you. Stellar writing. Admittedly put tears in my eyes more than once.
this is beautiful
Right in the feels! This is amazing... i want to listen again, but i don’t want to be openly weeping right now. Thank you for sharing your art with us.
Anthony Martines Let the tears flow :)
This is so beautiful, thank you :) I've probably played it about 11 times tonight - and probably more after this.
Here is a song that sneaks up and hits you in your heart! Well done man!
This is really beautiful.
Me too Ruston me too
Thank you for bringing such a gift in music and lyrics to so many who share and went down a similar path.