As a survivor of suicide this song absolutely crushes me. If you’re out there reading this contemplating ending your life, please don’t. If for nothing else, do it for me. I promise you life has so much more to give and somebody loves you.
Every time I come back to this song I'm in a different chapter in my life it seems. And yet every time I listen to it it feels like I've just discovered it. This song bores into your head unlike anything you ever listened to for some reason and with the strum of one guitar note it just sends you back into the worst days of your life. I Wish I could just show someone just anyone and have them understand how we feel. This song is extremely underrated and truly fascinating. Props to Mike and Aaron.
The song Come Again was on the singles album. There were 2 versions of the album. The Singles (which had Come Again) and The Singles 1996-2006 (which didn’t have it) and they removed the one with Come Again on it from every streaming service (UA-cam, Spotify, etc) I don’t know why they did it though😂
@Andrew Colin let’s hear about those legal issues? Other than the album art shocking Fred durst, what was it expert? The album that really got them in the spotlight was break the cycle. And if you dare say I’m wrong the album sales numbers say otherwise.
3 years ago my best friend and his wife died beside each other on their couch. They overdosed on heroin laced with lethal amounts of fentanyl. This was one his favorite staind songs when we were kids. Now, it has an entirely new meaning. And id be lying if I said this song didn't just kick me in the balls in a way it never did before.......Miss you brother..... RIP Brian Thanks for the kind words everyone.
I'm so sorry for your loss my brother I'm a recovering addict I've lost many of friends the song actually helped me get through a lot of shit because if you listen to the lyrics it's actually about doing heroin
I’ve known several people by name that know me by name that have been addicted to heroin, brother here in Ohio, everybody knows someone who’s been on heroin before. It’s a tough ride whether an addict or if the addict is a very close friend. Sorry for the loss man.
@@jamescarangelo8635 I am not sure if the whole song is about heroin, certain parts definetly are. It sounds more like someone that is mentally unstable, who over the course of the album, became more depressed and hit full rock bottom by the end of it. He turns to heroin to ease his pain (Feel the joy as the needle hits my vein ) and contain the dark thoughts inside his head (cut your silken flesh / stomp your head). The next line (Smell the stench as shit runs down my leg ), might be an indication of him nodding off and not caring enough to go to the bathroom anymore. The line (When will I be dead? ) and the gunshot at the end sum everything up.
I've gone to more staind concerts than any other show. Saw them 6 times the year break the cycle came out and they were playing alot of accoustic versions of thier music. I've stood in the front row at very small venues. (House of blues chicago) we screamed every time for them to play this. Every concert this song is requested by many fans. The reactions I've witnessed are: Aaron shakes his head like he doesn't know the song. Or is just outright refusing. Or they act like they are ignoring us. I've also heard that they are not allowed to play this. Like they are not allowed to acknowledge this track. Either thier label forbids them or there are other legal issues preventing them. That being said. this truly makes this song a hidden gem. I'm just thankful it got released in the first place. This song is the holy grail for me. The fact that I've been able to turn this on over the decades when life turns to shit, and I think theres nothing left for me... the bass line hits and its enough to make it a little further.
@@theway2269 I wouldn't say that. He doesn't play it because the guitarist Mike wrote it. Not only that but you're kinda right on the message, this song is beyond depressing and Aaron knows it. I'd love to see them play it live at least once though, even if it isn't really a good "live" song
This gunshot leads into the hidden track, “Funeral”, which is 19 minutes long and on the CD begins after 8 minutes of silence after the gunshot that ends “4 Walls”.
Almost 9 at night, at my favorite boat landing, listening to this on repeat. This song has lived in my head for a long time, and will never leave at this point… This song has made me realize so much over the last year, especially in the last month…Staind has been the only thing I’ve had to help me with my problems… Learn from your mistakes…or you’ll end up like me.
I've seen Aaron Lewis Live and asked him to play this song and he said it was Mikes and wouldn't play it. I was pretty bummed, probably my favorite Staind song
In responding to someone here, I realized that a huge bulk of songs on Tormented deal with love issues between the individual (who commits suicide) and a woman (maybe his current or ex girlfriend). In Self Destruct there is a reference to (Lost my feelings with my dealings / Thoughts of only *you* remains). That *you* might well be the woman I was speaking about and it's during Self Destruct that the invidual starts using heroin (Feel the needle burn and tingle / My bad habits deal with it). His heroin use feels like a last resort to help himself ease the emotional burden, which continues into Four Walls. The line (cut your silken flesh) may be another reference to this woman (well, usually women have smooth skin lol) and the mental state he is in (she definetly caused him a lot of pain). Then, if we take a look at Mudshuvel, that song is clearly about cheating, which might be one of the big reasons why he hates her and why he down spiralled into the mess he became by the end of the album. As a concept album, it feels like every song builds and builds more misery on this individual, until he commits suicide at the end.
Fuck... this song helped me get through some dark times. Still does because my shitty ex left me. Hard not to relate to this song when you're a depressed, suicidal, and insecure teenager.
This song was THE introduction to Aaron Lewis. So you thought he could just scream with the best of em? Let's throw this track in at the end and give you a glimpse of the future! Incredible vocals. Seeing him belt out back in the day was very special!
The greatest song never sung. Its a crime this track never sees the light of day. Thousands of Aaron Lewis concerts, acosutic sets, etc and never once sang for the hell of it?
I like to listen to this album while driving 70+ mph down back roads at night. Or when I’m alone in bed. Usually thinking some pretty fucked up thoughts before I listen to the album, and I’m usually fine afterwards. I guess it’s just so relatable.
Fun fact: Aaron Lewis did NOT write this song. If you look in the tormented album booklet, Michael Mushok is credited for the lyrics, not Aaron. Every other song credits Aaron for the lyrics.
Moved out of my parents' house for the first time into my own apartment a few months ago. Parents, sister, friend, family, doctors, therapist all said I'd feel better living on my own. But I don't feel even the smallest bit better. If anything I feel worse. The walls are different but nothing has changed. Still miserable. Still want to die every day. Still desperately want to hurt myself because of how much I can't stand myself. I want things to be different. I've tried to make things different. I've spent my entire life trying to be as happy as everybody else is but in the end all my efforts just make things worse. I grow more miserable with every passing day. If it weren't for her I would rid myself and this world of my revolting presence. I really should anyway, she can't stand even the thought of me. But neither can I.
I've been there before but as I watched my friends commit suicide one by one and seen them in their caskets and I realized how precious life is and how serious death is
My mind.. just like today.. damp, dark, dreary.. as the rain falls outside, beating, slowly hits the ground, I can feel it.. slipping away.. dying 'something' decay, dying like my soul from the inside out. I can only pray that it won't be long, it won't be long now.. it can't be long.. it can't be long now.. help mee..
Man it's amazing how a man like this can write this then find the light have a family and now make better country music than over half the fucking genre 🤘🤘🤘🤘 much love Aaron Lewis
so that many people could win, other must lose. We are those who have to lose...this is the life we have to live. Fighting and surviving...hoping there isn't a next morning... 25 years...and my tears taste like 15 years ago.....always the same... I love you dad...i will not allow you to suffer for my loss... i'm gonna take the punches one more day... (i want to escape!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!)
For me, listening to this while depressed was a great catharsis. Mainly because self harm and suicide were never an option for me, it worked as an outlet. It worked for me, but I understand that it might not for others
It’s like you have depression, then you get the best high to deal with that depression, then the high stops working so you do it to not get sick - essentially doubling the misery. I know that this comment is from 9 years ago but I really hope you still haven’t experienced it.
Just like what Kevin Lundin said, NO 1 I know knows about this album even though it's one of the best period. All it takes is checking UA-cam or other sites about your favorite band and it will lead you to awesome new things.
Just sampled the guitar and bass. Flipped it into a horrorcore/hardcore gangster rap beat. Dunno if I'll ever use it, so I may upload it for free use here on YT.
vividexstance No he wasn’t. He has adamantly stated that he would never touch the substance that killed so many of his heroes. He was addicted to Valium however which is described in the song pressure.
As a survivor of suicide this song absolutely crushes me. If you’re out there reading this contemplating ending your life, please don’t. If for nothing else, do it for me. I promise you life has so much more to give and somebody loves you.
...Thank you man. I really mean it
@@ELIJAHNUBOYDSober from drinking, but life just...gets overwhelming man. Loneliness fucking crushes people.
Every time I come back to this song I'm in a different chapter in my life it seems. And yet every time I listen to it it feels like I've just discovered it. This song bores into your head unlike anything you ever listened to for some reason and with the strum of one guitar note it just sends you back into the worst days of your life. I Wish I could just show someone just anyone and have them understand how we feel. This song is extremely underrated and truly fascinating. Props to Mike and Aaron.
i saw this dude play a coffee shop for nickels in the mid 90's, i'm happy for him and his success.
Really?
@@genghiskhan4517 yup, central MA. Acoustic guitar and a voice.
One of the darkest songs in existence.
sad thing is s lot of people never heard this album
Riiiight
I really wish they remastered this album.
I wish you could get it on iTunes even with the funeral and throw the original spleen in there too!
Its not even on spotify also. Really underrated
The song Come Again was on the singles album. There were 2 versions of the album. The Singles (which had Come Again) and The Singles 1996-2006 (which didn’t have it) and they removed the one with Come Again on it from every streaming service (UA-cam, Spotify, etc) I don’t know why they did it though😂
The most underrated album in all of existence, literally.
SO TRUE
Agree
100% AGREE! 👍🏼🤘🏻
@Andrew Colin let’s hear about those legal issues? Other than the album art shocking Fred durst, what was it expert? The album that really got them in the spotlight was break the cycle. And if you dare say I’m wrong the album sales numbers say otherwise.
Point number one from Chevelle as well.
3 years ago my best friend and his wife died beside each other on their couch. They overdosed on heroin laced with lethal amounts of fentanyl. This was one his favorite staind songs when we were kids. Now, it has an entirely new meaning. And id be lying if I said this song didn't just kick me in the balls in a way it never did before.......Miss you brother..... RIP Brian
Thanks for the kind words everyone.
Sorry for your loss.
I'm so sorry for your loss my brother I'm a recovering addict I've lost many of friends the song actually helped me get through a lot of shit because if you listen to the lyrics it's actually about doing heroin
Respect man.
I’ve known several people by name that know me by name that have been addicted to heroin, brother here in Ohio, everybody knows someone who’s been on heroin before. It’s a tough ride whether an addict or if the addict is a very close friend. Sorry for the loss man.
@@jamescarangelo8635 I am not sure if the whole song is about heroin, certain parts definetly are. It sounds more like someone that is mentally unstable, who over the course of the album, became more depressed and hit full rock bottom by the end of it. He turns to heroin to ease his pain (Feel the joy as the needle hits my vein
) and contain the dark thoughts inside his head (cut your silken flesh / stomp your head). The next line (Smell the stench as shit runs down my leg
), might be an indication of him nodding off and not caring enough to go to the bathroom anymore. The line (When will I be dead?
) and the gunshot at the end sum everything up.
I've gone to more staind concerts than any other show. Saw them 6 times the year break the cycle came out and they were playing alot of accoustic versions of thier music. I've stood in the front row at very small venues. (House of blues chicago) we screamed every time for them to play this. Every concert this song is requested by many fans. The reactions I've witnessed are: Aaron shakes his head like he doesn't know the song. Or is just outright refusing. Or they act like they are ignoring us. I've also heard that they are not allowed to play this. Like they are not allowed to acknowledge this track. Either thier label forbids them or there are other legal issues preventing them. That being said. this truly makes this song a hidden gem. I'm just thankful it got released in the first place. This song is the holy grail for me. The fact that I've been able to turn this on over the decades when life turns to shit, and I think theres nothing left for me... the bass line hits and its enough to make it a little further.
Damn thats sad bro
@@theway2269 I wouldn't say that. He doesn't play it because the guitarist Mike wrote it. Not only that but you're kinda right on the message, this song is beyond depressing and Aaron knows it. I'd love to see them play it live at least once though, even if it isn't really a good "live" song
the gunshot at the end scared the shit out of me
patrick grondines Not going to lie, the audio on the gunshot is louder on purpose.
The beginning of the album starts with when he cocks the gun and then the album plays and then finally the shot at the end.
Especially when you have earbuds turned all the way up.
This gunshot leads into the hidden track, “Funeral”, which is 19 minutes long and on the CD begins after 8 minutes of silence after the gunshot that ends “4 Walls”.
26 years later and still beautiful
Man the recording and mixing of this song is almost on par with Break The Cycle, if not better.
Absolutely pristine.
"There's nothing left for me...."
Never fails; every single time I listen to this album (and this song in particular), I end up sobbing, rocking, and attempting to sing along.
5 years later people are still doing the same.
Same...
Isolation and depression fucking suck. I'm stuck.
Almost 9 at night, at my favorite boat landing, listening to this on repeat. This song has lived in my head for a long time, and will never leave at this point…
This song has made me realize so much over the last year, especially in the last month…Staind has been the only thing I’ve had to help me with my problems…
Learn from your mistakes…or you’ll end up like me.
Their best song. So early in their career and they had already hit their apex.
I think Break The Cycle is the apex album, this is second best.
I've seen Aaron Lewis Live and asked him to play this song and he said it was Mikes and wouldn't play it. I was pretty bummed, probably my favorite Staind song
The band said in an interview they wouldn't play this live ever because of the stories they've heard of people taking their lives listening to it
@@Okiedude5 Do you remember where you read that? I'd like to read it myself
@@Okiedude5I would too
@@JRC99Have you found out anything?
@@elijahbrink4596 I haven't
This would be the song to either take your life to- or get up and love life.... 😞. I struggle w it. Love this song
Spend less time focused on yourself. Explore things. Live isn’t long enough. We are just dust in the wind
@@tillman40 exactly, that's why suicide isn't anything special either...
Aaron’s voice in this song is absolutely beautiful
In responding to someone here, I realized that a huge bulk of songs on Tormented deal with love issues between the individual (who commits suicide) and a woman (maybe his current or ex girlfriend). In Self Destruct there is a reference to (Lost my feelings with my dealings / Thoughts of only *you* remains). That *you* might well be the woman I was speaking about and it's during Self Destruct that the invidual starts using heroin (Feel the needle burn and tingle
/ My bad habits deal with it). His heroin use feels like a last resort to help himself ease the emotional burden, which continues into Four Walls. The line (cut your silken flesh) may be another reference to this woman (well, usually women have smooth skin lol) and the mental state he is in (she definetly caused him a lot of pain). Then, if we take a look at Mudshuvel, that song is clearly about cheating, which might be one of the big reasons why he hates her and why he down spiralled into the mess he became by the end of the album. As a concept album, it feels like every song builds and builds more misery on this individual, until he commits suicide at the end.
That's why I really like to listen to this album from beginning to end. It tells a story.
Critics called the album a concept album following that story
Fuck... this song helped me get through some dark times. Still does because my shitty ex left me. Hard not to relate to this song when you're a depressed, suicidal, and insecure teenager.
My ex left me as well. Words cannot express how broken I was. But like the song says, " This is the life I have to live."
Patty Cummins you aren't lying
this song hits me every time. the bass line is incredible.
I have nothing left to give please take it all away...🤘🤘🤘
4 Walls is one of my favourites from Staind's Tormented album.
This song was THE introduction to Aaron Lewis. So you thought he could just scream with the best of em? Let's throw this track in at the end and give you a glimpse of the future! Incredible vocals. Seeing him belt out back in the day was very special!
The greatest song never sung. Its a crime this track never sees the light of day. Thousands of Aaron Lewis concerts, acosutic sets, etc and never once sang for the hell of it?
It was preformed only once
@@BigolcheeserWhat do you know about it? Were you there?
This song is a glimpse into the greatness that is Staind!!!
Couldn't be better said brother ✊
@@mattguard938 I used to love them but now oh my god aaron lewis went country! I cant even listen to him anymore
I keep coming back to this dark song 😈
I like to listen to this album while driving 70+ mph down back roads at night. Or when I’m alone in bed. Usually thinking some pretty fucked up thoughts before I listen to the album, and I’m usually fine afterwards. I guess it’s just so relatable.
No dude you're not supposed to drive that fast
@@coscwyite why not?
@@hilljackzack7284 against the law, dangerous to yourself and others
Such a good bassline.
Personally i think it's one of April's best bassline. Along with Mudshovel/Mudshuvel
Fun fact: Aaron Lewis did NOT write this song. If you look in the tormented album booklet, Michael Mushok is credited for the lyrics, not Aaron. Every other song credits Aaron for the lyrics.
Hater
So is that the voice that you can hear ???
interesting. if that's true then Mike did a great job. great guitar on this track as well.
That was fun
Always wondered why it was so different
the gunshot at the end scared the daylights out of me
Thanks for the heads up lol. I got loud headphones on. 😅
@@dustygatrell-ru7tg you're welcome, sorry it took me 2 weeks to respond
That opening bass line....always gives me chills...
Moved out of my parents' house for the first time into my own apartment a few months ago. Parents, sister, friend, family, doctors, therapist all said I'd feel better living on my own. But I don't feel even the smallest bit better. If anything I feel worse. The walls are different but nothing has changed. Still miserable. Still want to die every day. Still desperately want to hurt myself because of how much I can't stand myself. I want things to be different. I've tried to make things different. I've spent my entire life trying to be as happy as everybody else is but in the end all my efforts just make things worse. I grow more miserable with every passing day. If it weren't for her I would rid myself and this world of my revolting presence. I really should anyway, she can't stand even the thought of me. But neither can I.
You still there,
@@elijahbrink4596 unfortunately
I want to see a live version of this so bad
2020 Quarantine classic. So damn good!
Love this song makes me think about things in life
I've been loving this song for lot's of years
Staind should remaster and re-release this album
i agree they should
I'm aging how awesome it would be if staind played this live
best song Staind has ever done and I'm a fanatic!! but this one is #1!!
It is the best and i know a lot of bands want a song like this in their first album but only a few can actually do it!
Ironically, aaron didnt write this one. Dave did. Still its aarons best song Performance
God this really hits way too hard, Even if I listen to it too much
My favorite Staind album
Same
This got me through dark times
“Not much to the life I live… same 4 walls.”
I never thought I would feel this way.
When will this actually ever end? I always come back when I feel like this.
I've been there before but as I watched my friends commit suicide one by one and seen them in their caskets and I realized how precious life is and how serious death is
Some of the best music out there. Nothing but love for Staind and their fans!
Lyrics !!!! Just Perfect. This Song is everything !
My mind.. just like today.. damp, dark, dreary.. as the rain falls outside, beating, slowly hits the ground, I can feel it.. slipping away.. dying 'something' decay, dying like my soul from the inside out. I can only pray that it won't be long, it won't be long now.. it can't be long.. it can't be long now.. help mee..
Never felt this so much after covid 😷 4 walls are becoming regular
I have this cd can’t wait to see these guys in April!
Im here after 4 years same 4 walls
listen to this everyday
No words for this song. This cd is pretty rare nowadays, you can still get used copies for 50$ and over, get one before they are all gone.
I did.
my favorite Staind Album besides Dysfunction and Break The Cycle, shame i can't find this one anywhere
+ozzman123 It's probably on eBay & Amazon. Just a idea.
Keep Digging, You'll find you it cheap.
No Problem & Happy New Year to you.
The last CD you mentioned is titled Staind.
really tho? my favorite song is SOMETHIN TO REMIND YOU...makes my bitchass cry lmao
Man it's amazing how a man like this can write this then find the light have a family and now make better country music than over half the fucking genre 🤘🤘🤘🤘 much love Aaron Lewis
WAVY amen
Exactly what I was thinking 👍
You’re a rare breed for thinking the same way I do. Aaron Lewis FTW!
Such a beautiful piece of musical artist
i luv this song and this band i wish i had this album
Never forget this song
Nothing says tormented then this song right here. hands down the best Staind song ever!
Going thru a divorce i developed a heroin addiction. Finding this album at the same time did not seem coincidence
so that many people could win, other must lose. We are those who have to lose...this is the life we have to live. Fighting and surviving...hoping there isn't a next morning...
25 years...and my tears taste like 15 years ago.....always the same...
I love you dad...i will not allow you to suffer for my loss...
i'm gonna take the punches one more day...
(i want to escape!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!)
The first album I ever heard from Staind
Life saving
That bass tho
This song is about my life!
bas chaar deewaren hain aur unke bahar dunia ka sach....acha hai andar ho rho...feel you aaron
good song
Oh yeah, this is why i subed
This song describes me to a tee... Kids, listen to your parents, and don't get wrapped up with bad people, or else you'll become a suicidal loner.
I wish this album was on spotify
Same, This song is my favourite Staind song
Amazon has some copies.. be prepared to fork up some cash. I happily paid 85 bucks after my buddy in High School stole all my cds.
@@c5tr8 What a shitbag. This included?
Describes the co-vid lockdown for some.
If I ever did end it I'm going to time it with the end of the song
i have the excat same thoughts in my mind minus the needle and shit running down my leg
Same
Same
Same but I never actually pull the trigger.
Same
Happy Birthday Aaron
Imagine how a prison inmate feels. Every day. Same 4 walls...
If you're wrongly imprisoned sure. If not then that's the punsihment. Don't be a criminal, if you don't wanna go there.
I've been there
Sometimes the prison is your own mind.
@@johnhickman2675 I really felt that. So true
@@CaptainSkylocke everybody’s a felon.. not everybody gets caught.
It's kinda funny after a sizure metal music like Staind calm my nerves an helps me calm down an sleep off the headache an pain
Does the instrumental/melody remind anybody else of the song Me off their Dysfunctional album?? Especially right around the chorus/hook of the song!
Nate TheGreat I was just looking for a comment to point this out!
Those who are depressed, do not listen to this song. Thank you ;)
I used to be depressed. Now I'm starting to find my way in life. I still struggle a bit but I don't think I'm depressed anymore.
Too late...
For me, listening to this while depressed was a great catharsis. Mainly because self harm and suicide were never an option for me, it worked as an outlet. It worked for me, but I understand that it might not for others
TheMostAwesomeMan242 Nice to feel like you're not alone Anne that someone understand
Vladan Bogdanovic This pushes me through out of depression. The roiling waves of dark thoughts help me keep going toward better.
2023 still jamming
I've never experienced heroin, but I know somehow it is the same as the the depression I have have felt.... Please take it all away.......
It’s like you have depression, then you get the best high to deal with that depression, then the high stops working so you do it to not get sick - essentially doubling the misery. I know that this comment is from 9 years ago but I really hope you still haven’t experienced it.
Same four walls, the thoughts from my mind...
just got this cd on amazon for 30 bucks
50 for me lol
Original or Yap Em reissue?
my theme song
when will this ever end?
answer me
Иисус Христос at 5:28 it Ends.
There is no way aaron wrote this withot a good long habbit-thank u a.l.
He didn’t write it, mike the guitarist did and it’s not about drugs
my actual thougth (when will i be dead?)
FUCK this song brings me back! #onrepeat
The thoughts from my mind
Feel the joy as the needle hits my vein
The thoughts from my mind
Smell the stench as shit runs down my leg
deep shit
why’s this not on spotify anymore??
Just like what Kevin Lundin said, NO 1 I know knows about this album even though it's one of the best period. All it takes is checking UA-cam or other sites about your favorite band and it will lead you to awesome new things.
Bought mine 12 years ago off Staind.com
Just sampled the guitar and bass. Flipped it into a horrorcore/hardcore gangster rap beat.
Dunno if I'll ever use it, so I may upload it for free use here on YT.
my older brother ronald shot himself on june 2nd 2021 it's hard to listen to this song now,fucking hurts
No secret song? Why did you cut it out
Because its shit
I think young Aaron Lewis wrote this under the influence of heroin. Then again, I think Mike Mushok helped him write it..
Level Manny actually, I think Mike Mushok wrote the whole song
Level Manny why does everyone think aaron was on herion
Cuz he was
vividexstance No he wasn’t. He has adamantly stated that he would never touch the substance that killed so many of his heroes. He was addicted to Valium however which is described in the song pressure.
No Mike wrote the whole thing he was the only one credited for lyrics in the CD booklet
I wish this album was remastered, to better level out the music and vocals. Then, it would be perfect.
that would be great
I like it a little, but it kinda makes me sick to my stomach
POV - you're in 2020
Yeah they always heavier before they get paid
where did they go wrong?
they didnt go wrong...ever. fuck off.
one thing that's always weirded me out was the face just randomly in the rock, like, why?
It’s supposed to be the face of the guy who blew his brains out rising from the grave.