My dad is an alcoholic and he's literally ALWAYS drinking because he has depression. Macklemore may not be talking about exactly what I'm going though but this still touches me and Macklemores music always has. I'm only 12 and Ive been supporting since the heist came out. My love for his music has grown over the years because he's such a great musician,human, and dad.
Hey! I'm 11 and I just want to share something! My dad was drunk, 24/7, and when he drank he got aggressive and violent, even to us kids. He traumatized me to the point where I have such bad ptsd everyday things trigger me. Just thinking about him was enough to make me attempt. I went to the psychiatric ward and haven't seen my dad after my fourth attempt. Now he's in prison. Love your dad. Love everyone you have the chance too, because no matter how much they fucked you over, your gonna miss them when you can't see them anymore.
I listen to christian radio stations but this song gives more glory to God than most of those songs that are packed with false humility. Thanks Mackelmore for giving credit were its due.
Wow, such talent, such poetry that it pulls me in completely. My 18 year old passed your music on to me - your music opened up a way for us to talk to one another beyond the weather. I'm grateful for your music and that at nearly 58 years old I can still feel the depth of the beauty in your honesty. The Heist is an incredible compilation of something special. I passed it on to my other son, who found your music resonating in him too. Thank you.
this song has saved me so many times from relapse. 53 days and I think I've listened to it everyday. a few times a day. thank god someone macklemore could put it on paper. if relapse is apart of my story I know I can start over. 🙏
Every time I think I've found the greatest Macklemore song, I hear something even more powerful. This was, wow. He is incredible, especially where he is now. Man heirs like my hero right now
God i cry every time i hear this song. 11 months now, but i was almost 3 years when i relapsed. Heard otherside years ago in rehab, and then i heard starting over when i relapsed shit really helped save my life.
Two weeks of three month rehab left.Nervous about going home,but this makes me feel so much better.That connection and ability to relate is what's gonna keep me sober.Thank you man.You're brutal honesty about a relapse,means more to me right now than some bright,glossy fabrication..I needed it.
Telling the truth then be judged for my mistakes “. Recovery is an honest program. If you can’t start with honesty…. Chances of making it back and getting back on track are slim to none. Love you Macklemore
i was addicted to opiates for years went through a lot of death until after years i realized the mind is the most powerful energy on this planet and you process it. you are the most powerful person in your life. have faith in what you see everyday, yourself. have trust in the universe and faith in yourself. the only thing that makes anything true to anyone is believing it is true. what do you believe?
To me, this highlights the tragedy of the "starting from day one" mentality in 12-step recovery groups People shouldn't feel like they lost everything, are at "rock bottom","starting all over again" or otherwise beat themselves up and feel an exaggerated sense of guilt when they slip or relapse.
+Alex Grudzinski I've never did drugs or alcohol too but the lyrics are not meant only for people trying to get sober but everyone that has f**** up and struggled for the right path
The songs are so POWERFUL especially to those who can relate they should be in mtgs to give strength...and even when we fall we can get back up....rip to those who never made it...word!
I relapsed after 7 years .... but that's okay it's not how you fall it's how you get back up. I almost have 3 years again. But everyday you got to work on your recovery. You only get out of it what you put into it.
Went 1 year sober from alcohol in 2020. Spiraled out of control in 2021 and now I’m determined to get my life back. 4 days sober cold turkey now. Wish me luck.
I dead serious was in the shower withdrawling from opioids and benzos the last two months listening to macklemore music. I finally detoxed. still fighting klonopin withdrawal .. how Such little things can take such a hold in insane to me. Shits so dang tough and All you gotta do is lie to a doctor . This stuffs heavy but you can pull through . there's light on the other side of this crap There has to be.
I've just started trying to get over my addiction. I slipped up within a day and it frustrates me. this song serves as a reminder that its okay and i can try again.
+rittervalle yes I am sober from Benzo's over a year! It was hell on earth- for months I wasn't able to take a drink w/o assistance. I lost my mind was bed bond. But I made it through thank God!
I have built myself up from living on the street to having a place and owning my own business, Now I'm going to school for journalism and guess what? I've had a heroin habit the whole time. What am I special? Am I a freak of nature? No I treat it like any other part of my life that needs to be taken care of. Like the fucking electric bill. You can too.
I'm poppin pills everyday and this song makes me tear up because I can never stay sober for longer than a month.... Its just too hard and I'm not strong enough
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My dad is an alcoholic and he's literally ALWAYS drinking because he has depression. Macklemore may not be talking about exactly what I'm going though but this still touches me and Macklemores music always has. I'm only 12 and Ive been supporting since the heist came out. My love for his music has grown over the years because he's such a great musician,human, and dad.
Hope you are doing well and getting your own help. Al-anon and therapy. Don’t pick up that bottle.
I second that, stop the cycle
Hey! I'm 11 and I just want to share something!
My dad was drunk, 24/7, and when he drank he got aggressive and violent, even to us kids. He traumatized me to the point where I have such bad ptsd everyday things trigger me. Just thinking about him was enough to make me attempt. I went to the psychiatric ward and haven't seen my dad after my fourth attempt. Now he's in prison. Love your dad. Love everyone you have the chance too, because no matter how much they fucked you over, your gonna miss them when you can't see them anymore.
I listen to christian radio stations but this song gives more glory to God than most of those songs that are packed with false humility. Thanks Mackelmore for giving credit were its due.
Wow, such talent, such poetry that it pulls me in completely. My 18 year old passed your music on to me - your music opened up a way for us to talk to one another beyond the weather. I'm grateful for your music and that at nearly 58 years old I can still feel the depth of the beauty in your honesty. The Heist is an incredible compilation of something special. I passed it on to my other son, who found your music resonating in him too. Thank you.
9 months sober. My 14 year old son had this song on his ipod and i thought i'd listen to it. I love it. i listen it ever day. being sober is my high.
Thank you for helping me to get to one week sober. Here's to turning that Into the rest of my life.
L. Ron Hoyabembe how you been
I’m very proud of you! I know you can do this! Even if you stumble don’t let that hold you back, you got this!
this song has saved me so many times from relapse. 53 days and I think I've listened to it everyday. a few times a day. thank god someone macklemore could put it on paper. if relapse is apart of my story I know I can start over. 🙏
Macklemore is so under-rated
Word!!!
Every time I think I've found the greatest Macklemore song, I hear something even more powerful. This was, wow. He is incredible, especially where he is now. Man heirs like my hero right now
I love this song. It shows that even though he's a role model to many and he's a celebrity, he's still human and he still struggles.
God i cry every time i hear this song. 11 months now, but i was almost 3 years when i relapsed. Heard otherside years ago in rehab, and then i heard starting over when i relapsed shit really helped save my life.
Keep going, stay clean
Two weeks of three month rehab left.Nervous about going home,but this makes me feel so much better.That connection and ability to relate is what's gonna keep me sober.Thank you man.You're brutal honesty about a relapse,means more to me right now than some bright,glossy fabrication..I needed it.
I like to think of this song as more broad, and basically that if you can be a good example, your struggles will be worth it. Love the song!
Telling the truth then be judged for my mistakes “. Recovery is an honest program. If you can’t start with honesty…. Chances of making it back and getting back on track are slim to none. Love you Macklemore
i was addicted to opiates for years went through a lot of death until after years i realized the mind is the most powerful energy on this planet and you process it. you are the most powerful person in your life. have faith in what you see everyday, yourself. have trust in the universe and faith in yourself. the only thing that makes anything true to anyone is believing it is true. what do you believe?
To me, this highlights the tragedy of the "starting from day one" mentality in 12-step recovery groups People shouldn't feel like they lost everything, are at "rock bottom","starting all over again" or otherwise beat themselves up and feel an exaggerated sense of guilt when they slip or relapse.
Love Macklemore, if it wasn't for him or his music I wouldn't be here today
20 days out of my last relapse...I just keep taking it one day at a time.
one day at a time is what they tell us ❤️
One day at a time, if you haven’t heard it lately, I’m proud of you!
I may not have struggled with drugs, or Alcohol, but i can take the emotion in this song and apply it to soothe the pain of not being wanted by my dad
+Alex Grudzinski We're in the same boat. Don't let it get to you or eat away at you. It did me. Now I'm trying to get sober, myself.
+Alex Grudzinski I've never did drugs or alcohol too but the lyrics are not meant only for people trying to get sober but everyone that has f**** up and struggled for the right path
It’s all about the way the music speaks to us!
This song personifies my addiction. I cry when I hear it. I will play this song whenever i feel like using. Wish me luck
Good luck . Don't forget about this song .
I listen to this song EVERYDAY (early renewed sobriety).
Thank you Macklemore, u helped my mom stay clean for almost a month. My mom wanted me to listen to this, and I cried.
7 months sober 🤘this song has so much emotion... it gets me every time.
drinking changes my mood. I pushed a few important people out my life because of it. I gotta get this shit under control
I love this song with a passion. Macklemores music helped me get back on track. Got 19 months clean and sober.
Oh god, I feel this song so much
We fell so hard now we gotta get back what we lost...
Im with you
this is why I like macklemore
All glory to my higher power 🙌 to anyone who is struggling just keep on getting up no matter how many times you fall. My prayers for you always.
The songs are so POWERFUL especially to those who can relate they should be in mtgs to give strength...and even when we fall we can get back up....rip to those who never made it...word!
I know how it feels. You get clean and then fuck up and its just like back where your started. :/ fucked.
I so needed to hear this song, Thank you!
i had 45 days and i listened to macklemore when i first got clean and i just relapsed. i love this song
best song ever
i love this song so much
I relapsed after 7 years .... but that's okay it's not how you fall it's how you get back up. I almost have 3 years again. But everyday you got to work on your recovery. You only get out of it what you put into it.
wow, tears in my eyes.
I’m 4 days clean after relapsing with 3 years and this song has been getting me through it. I think I know every word at this point.
he's s a legend!
I got one month sober so far and this song is everything! I love his music.
Went 1 year sober from alcohol in 2020. Spiraled out of control in 2021 and now I’m determined to get my life back. 4 days sober cold turkey now. Wish me luck.
Love how he says “god help me” instead of “god help me” just one phrase shows a lot.
Just awesome !
This song speaks to me in a certain way.
7 years sober and I’d put a gun to my head before I would put a drink to my lips. Would just speed up the process. Thanks for your realness
I dead serious was in the shower withdrawling from opioids and benzos the last two months listening to macklemore music. I finally detoxed. still fighting klonopin withdrawal .. how Such little things can take such a hold in insane to me. Shits so dang tough and All you gotta do is lie to a doctor . This stuffs heavy but you can pull through . there's light on the other side of this crap There has to be.
I've just started trying to get over my addiction. I slipped up within a day and it frustrates me. this song serves as a reminder that its okay and i can try again.
5 years sober opiates - fighting Benzos everyday still
+Shaun Chahal did you made it through?
benzo withdrawal is so much worse than opiate. just went thruu it for a month straight! I hope you do it:)
+j triantafilos how are you doing! I am currently one year and 3 months sober from the evil Benzo's that I was a slave to!
+rittervalle yes I am sober from Benzo's over a year! It was hell on earth- for months I wasn't able to take a drink w/o assistance. I lost my mind was bed bond. But I made it through thank God!
Rachael Day wonderful.. Still sober :)
I love these lyrics:( I was over a year and feel so guilty
Rachael, it's all good :) keep coming back.
I saw your 2015 comment on being clean and this recent one makes me so sad. you're not alone. One day at a time.
Sweetheart I can totally see where your coming from At the moment. I’m a day away from my flight to rehab again, narcotic free since 2018
Been trying to get sober for a year now. Not in sobriety now but hope one day I will be again.
Macklemore is such a underrated artist.
How has no one commented on this in 2 years? This song is so real.
outherside
On my first day. It’s so damn hard. But we all gotta start somewhere.
So powerful!
Good sheeit
Well I'm back at day 1. Fkd up after 3 strong hard years.
Where's the funcking video clip ?The song's so powerful, I need some images... Come on !
Makes me wonder if Chester listened to this song....gonna miss him..
I just want my dad back and i will be happy
❤️
I have built myself up from living on the street to having a place and owning my own business, Now I'm going to school for journalism and guess what? I've had a heroin habit the whole time. What am I special? Am I a freak of nature? No I treat it like any other part of my life that needs to be taken care of. Like the fucking electric bill. You can too.
And how's that working out for you now?
I'm poppin pills everyday and this song makes me tear up because I can never stay sober for longer than a month.... Its just too hard and I'm not strong enough
beutiful
My addiction also kills me, but it's not drugs or alcohol, but something that media gives us daily
Mine too.
Sober is one day going to be my life.
Band of Horses. :)
WHICH SONG? plz
Going into detox. Trying to get my life back
#SuboxoneIsntSober
#JudgingIsntSober
deep ass shit
You guys know what I mean
white chip
nice, keep going. remember, that chip/keytag represents something. its not the goal its a reminder.
These lyrics are mostly incorrect, they dont make sense