your acting career ship has not sailed, I think you would do wonderfully as an actor especially with all the realizations you've made about your time auditioning before. if acting is something you want to pursue you should do it! I believe in you.
it's honestly such a relief to hear someone who talks exactly how i do.. all the tangents, stream of consciousness, oversharing and turning things into a joke, random accents, analyzing myself out loud, forgetting wtf i was even talking about, etc.... idk why but this just made me feel much more "normal" for the first time in a while.
had to come to drew’s channel today for this exact reason. feeling extremely different from everyone around me on a daily basis in a bad way and drew is literally one of the only people that i know of that genuinely changes that feeling.
watched this to the very end. didn't feel like an hour at all. as a youtuber and a performer, I feel like you just hit the nail on the head over and over again for me. these videos are very cathartic for me and honest to god make me feel less alone about the things I feel and think about on the daily. i appreciate these a lot. you and miranda just get me swear to god!!!
I agree with all of that, cathartic and im usually shutting off videos that run more than an hour but I actually wanted more at the end. What a very sincere and real words about grief and life at the end. Very refreshing.
“Some People Never Sing for Anyone but Themselves and Their Neighbors Who Heard on Accident” By Drew Monson Some people never sing for anyone but themselves And their neighbors who heard on accident Some people never sing for anyone but their pets, As their ears perk up, And their head curls over, And they try to figure out if it’s a compliment Some people never sing for any stage, Any screen, Any karaoke bar, Or into any ear of any love they ever found. They opt for their dogs, And their mirrors, And the mites inside their dust, And the neighbors who heard on accident Some people never sing for anyone Who could ever even tell them if it was good or not, Or if it was perfect Some people wonder, wonder, wonder, Everyday of their life, If it just might be perfect. Half opening their mouths one time To start to ask a friend To tell them the truth if it sucks, Before closing it back and saving it for a braver or drunker day Some people never sing for anyone but their walls, and their rugs, and their ceilings, and their blankets, and their books, And one night, through their new thin walls, Their neighbors who heard on accident, Who they didn’t realize could hear them at all, Until a week later when they heard them singing, too, And it was so, so perfect
The vulnerability Drew shares with his audience is so honest and comforting - it feels like I’m actually sitting in a room having a conversation with a close friend. Please continue this content!
About the girl in the audition room who inserted herself in the situation: I don't think you were in the wrong. I've made similar comments to people in the same situation as me, seeking validation and solidarity -- for example, talking about how horrible I felt about a test with a fellow test-taker afterward, like "wasn't that awful?" Though such comments are negative, the end result is intended to be positive: again, solidarity and validation. I can see how she may have initially thought she was coming to the rescue but had she thought about the situation for a few more moments, I think she would have realized that it wouldn't make sense for you to be attempting to make a fellow auditioner nervous, especially since you clarified that you clearly weren't going for the same role. Don't feel bad about it, I unnecessarily hold on to small moments of embarrassment as well.
i dont like completely disagree with u but ur analogy isnt really accurate because what drew did was like saying "wow this is going to be horrible" before a test, not after. obviously drew had 0 bad intentions but i could see how the girl might b upset that he was making the other girl nervous before something nerve-wracking, like how you probably wouldn't want someone making you even more nervous before a test. that said it seems like the girl came on too strong with what she said to drew, but she was likely projecting her own nervousness onto the other girl and felt that she would have hated hearing that.
I left Louisville, KY at age 17 on April 2, 1956. I arrived in Los Angeles on April 5, 1956. I traveled on a Greyhound. We traveled through bad storms in Oklahoma and Texas. I wanted to be an actor. My first appearance, officially in a movie came 23 years later in 1979. I had a 26 year career in Hollywood as an actor and an extra. I worked more than 100 feature films and 145 different TV shows plus commercials. I became a regular cast member of a TV series in 1988 and that show lasted until 1992, I was lucky to have been in radio and TV and I had a record company and a publishing company. I was told I should expect one acting job for every 30 auditions. That seems about right. Now I am a UA-camr. I have been with UA-cam for only 16 years. UA-cam is as real a platform as Hollywood ever was. The future looks very good.
It makes me so happy seeing drew talk kinder to himself. I just see such a beautiful soul when I watch and listen to these longer unedited videos. Such a unique insight on life and so good at storytelling, tangents and all. Thanks for uploading these Drew.
I wholeheartedly believed the "spilling the frappuccino" bit was organic and not planned until you said otherwise. And thats what I like 2 call good acting
@@bossman-jk9tl Fr after I posted this I started second guessing as to whether the confession itself was a bit or not. And thats what I like 2 call good acting
dear drew, you may not read this. i love you so much though, and i want to donate to you to show my appreciation for you. you have truly helped me when i’ve been at my lowest and i relate to you in so many ways. you are such a funny person and i wait all the time for your videos. thank you for being you!
Please keep auditioning drew. You have so much genius and so much life ahead of you. You are my comfort person. Your audience knows just how incredibly talented you are.
Your poem was beautiful, and it made me kinda sad/regretful. I had big dreams as a 17/18 yr old, and I gave up too easily. I'm 28 with a toddler now, and it just made me really reminiscent of the days I did local projects and still had that 'spark'. I don't want the neighbors to be the only ones who hear me anymore. Thanks so much for sharing it Drew🥺💖
you have been my “friend” since middle school drew!! youve been my favorite youtuber since i was 12 and i am now 19. thank you for making me feel less alone all these years. excited for this new video!
I’m introverted and have a really hard time showing people my goofiness because i think they’ll mock me for it. Your poem really hit that nerve for me - I’m definitely not a singer but I should let my voice be heard by just allowing myself to be myself. Thanks for sharing it!
As someone who writes poems and is absolutely enthralled by other people’s works, your poem at the end of the video genuinely made me tear up. I love how personal and intimate it sounds, writing poetry is definitely something you should continue to explore
I work at a talent agency and I understand 100% what you mean by the little details are what matter most when it comes to acting. I have seen so many people get shot down because they forgot 1 or 2 things but honestly Drew it's always possible. People start their acting career at any age so never feel like it's "too late". If you're ready to start anew I think it be great, just do it at ur own pace. Love ur vids btw
Your poem... I can’t even. I can’t word how perfectly you transformed a moment with your beautiful way of describing a time of serenity for us shy folk💕 would love this in a printout it’s beautiful Edit; lost my mom recently and she was my world, thankyou for being real about such personal feelings honestly needed your words
drew, i know the feeling, its called regret. i had that with college. i got a full 250k full ride to a private engineering school and wasn't mature enough to hold onto it. i also developed anxiety during that time which made it even more imppssible. i dropped out and lost all of it. 6 years of doing not much and beating myself up for not trying harder and i finally thought, why can't I try now? Who says I can't try now? Better to try now then live with more regrets. So I am back in school at age 26. I am alot older then many of my classmates, but I am trying again cuz why the hell not? I was unhappy anyway. Idk. I related to that feeling a lot.
Watched to the end and I really appreciated your vulnerability with sharing your poetry and your feelings about your step-mother. I think it's interesting that you recognize that you could go back to acting if you wanted, since you know more about it now, but that you've moved on from that and you're in a different season of life right now. As always, love your insight, and your poem was great :)
I think because youve been on the internet for so long, (from the time where Funny = Money = Relevant) you feel a lot of pressure to be funny or make your content comedic. But I just want to let you know UA-cam has definitely changed. And watching someone as naturally interesting, relatable and real as you is definitely some of the best content I have consumed in a long time. People are not interested in being entertained anymore but rather looking for videos that remind them of a friend. Obnoxious & overdone people trying to fabricate funny videos have oversaturated the algorithm and fall off after a short lived time. Your videos are very one of a kind and is something I can watch while I eat, work, go to school, and take breaks. Thank you for such naturally funny and energetic talks that show your life and vulnerability.
not sure if you ever read the comments but at the end of the video when you were talking about the loss of your ex-stepmom, you said everything i have felt because last year i lost my stepmom and always had a complicated relationship and felt guilty for grieving because of the fact that i felt like there were other people who deserved to feel sad more than myself, but i just wanted to say thank you for sharing because I've never heard anyone say these things that I've been feeling and dealing with though the past year or so. thank you drew!
You encouraging vulnerability and expressing yourself is so comforting, your words and poem at the end of the video made me genuinely tear up. I enjoy these videos so much you’re like a friend (,:
DREW !!!!!!! i was an extra for “The Society” on Netflix and BRO, the main character that played a high school student, was a 26 year old man. it’s not too late !! most of the time you play a younger character in tv shows or movies. so in the acting world you’re actually 18-25, not just 26
I’m so glad someone finally spoke up about the tragedy of spilling tea and how traumatized one can be afterwards. Thank you Drew for giving me a voice.
The way these videos feel like my own internal monologues...thank you for the giggles and the ADHD-friendly content. And for what it's worth, I think you should give acting another shot. You are so talented, and your personal growth will only make you better. It's not over. The good roles don't happen til later in life and you're still a youngin!
Drew this was probably my favorite video you’ve ever made. You are brilliant, hysterical, real and true to yourself. You amaze me! You are a fantastic UA-cam, actor, friend, son, grandson, writer, singer, you name it. You’re amazing and incredible! I really hope you read this! ❤️
your only like 26, do you still try to audition for movies and shows? you’re such a character even without much of a script that i’m 100% certain you’d get on something major if you were very consistent with it
it makes me SO SAD how he thinks he can’t get back into it because i was an extra on the society on netflix & the main character that played a high school student was actually 26 years old
That poem hit me so hard it actually resonates with me so much and really embodies a sentiment of private, little beautiful things like singing to one’s self. It was truly a beautiful poem I was very struck by it.
as a 19 year old actor living in hollywood right now, this video feels like we are friends on FaceTime and we're just chatting about the industry I love it LMAO I could talk about acting and auditioning and this type of shit forever:) mixed with ur personality and humor, this video is one of my favorites of yours!
Drew, you led into it with so many caveats and apologies, but your poetry is good and genuine and it literally made me cry. You asked what to do with poems, and I think they're best read out loud, or listened to while someone else reads them out loud. You should definitely keep doing poetry.
Okay but the Miranda bit, the Shrek, Hulk, Frankie muniz bits were hilarious and really felt like a reocurring gag in a show and it's pretty ironic that im laughing along with you improv skills and comedic timing while you talk about not being good at improv.
This is an old video but i've been watching everything youve ever posted on this channel since you uploaded the finally talking about it video and i just feel so understood when i watch your videos. i lost my dad a few years ago and its just that-- brutally sad for no reason. theres not a silver lining and thats okay because it has to be okay and i like to have moments to myself with music that is objectively sad and just be sad sometimes and idk where i was going but thank you for being honest and making me feel less alone ur so good drew
I loved the poem Drew. Happy birthday to her. I’m sorry for your loss. No one knows the impact they make on someone’s life. So you deserve to grieve as much as anybody else who was closer to her.❤️
Although Not Cool sucked, I always thought Drew gave a good performance in it. He has great comedic timing and under a competent director, I think he would be really good on screen. He has a lot of fucking talent.
@@catizhie He has never mentioned him, so what’s even the point of bringing up Shane? I don’t think people should bring their hate for Shane on Drew’s channel
I lol’ed at every appropriate time and teared up at every appropriate time. 10/10 video. and just because I ranked this video a 10/10, doesn’t mean to put pressure on the next video because every video is a perfect score.
I got chills when you said “some things are just brutally sad.” My stepmom also died a couple years ago, and her birthday is coming too! As well as the anniversaries of her and my grandpa’s death, so I do have a lot to think about like you. It’s always nice to know we’re not alone in that kind of pain! I also loved your poem by the way
I work in an office with people in business suits and just about everything you are saying about your audition and “those people” is relatable to working in an office atmosphere too. Everyone puts a smile on, says all these catch phrases or acts a certain way.. it’s like everywhere in life- no matter what you do, people are acting or playing a role and not just being REAL! Can we all just be real and still be nice? Without saying all of the non-genuine, scripted sounding BS? Lol I hate myself every time I say or act the cliché way they do. Anyways I’ve kind of ranted now.. but it’s so funny to see this behavior exists in every business market.
I've never enjoyed listening to someone speak more. He is really able to word so many emotions and thoughts that I feel like so many people have but don't even realize until they hear them worded out loud.
I honestly really appreciate the ending, very real and authentic and true. I’ve been going through some things and these videos help make my day and smile and laugh, but they also show me that it’s ok to be sad and just because things don’t come to a happy ending, it’s not like you did anything wrong. Some things are just bad and a lot of times no good ending will come from it, and that’s no one’s fault, it’s just life. I loved the stories and the poem was very beautiful, I promise! Stay safe and I promise I’ll listen to my favorite song about life, thank you~ 🌻🍂✨
Drew literally any show or movie would be blessed to have your creativity. You are so effortlessly genuine and relatable. If you ever think about going back into auditions, you should. You are so talented!!
Drew, this one got me. Laughed the kind of laugh where you feel light and high, through many bits. I literally feel refreshed. Thank you for your stories!
Also very sorry for your loss. I hadn't gotten to that part of the video yet! I'm sorry. Sounds like you had some really sweet, easy living moments with your Ex step mum. How lovely to have had her.
your poem is really good! like, actually good! i've written and read a LOT of poetry since middle school (I'm 24 now) and your poem is impressive, especially for someone who's newer to writing poetry. well done 💖
I relate so much to being too immature or just like not equipped to take advantage of an opportunity. For me, it was in college and funnily enough I actually did do improv then lol. Idk there was just so much stuff going on with me that I let not just "comedy" but academics and relationships pass me by. Anyway, your experience really resonated with me. So thanks a lot for sharing. And your poem was beautiful.
I liked the poem. it was kinda relatable. I am a singer and I only sing to my dog and the walls and the neighbours who heard on accident because I have bad stage fright, I find it so hard to sing in front of people and share songs that I have wrote.
Drew... The poem 😭💖 that Excelled my expectations!! So glad I stayed till the end... I stop myself from time stamping and replying to everything you say. Cause I think it maybe would be weird😅 . But thank you for being vulnerable💖 you have a habit of being afraid, to surprise yourself about what you could become. Your fear won't stop you from becoming it ,because your talent speaks for itself
Hypnotized with nervousness is a feeling I’ve definitely had before. I love hearing these stories about the industry and auditioning. It’s super interesting.
I don't know, Drew... I have seen everything you've done that's been made public, and when I think about those movies/shows/videos, it's your scenes that come to mind first. I guess I always figured that it would come back around someday when you felt ready. I still kinda feel that way Also, sending up a prayer for your ex-stepmom. 💜
So funny you commented this because I had the same thought. Anything involving Drew, the parts he is in always come to my mind when I think about the movie/clip/show as a whole. That may be because i've been watching Drew for so long and confirmation bias is a thing... but legitimately his acting always brings me in and his soul is so strong :,) ... Drew, it's never too late. I think he could do it if he really really wants to.
I’m absolutely loving the raw Drew. I’ve grown with you instead of outgrowing you like I have a lot of other creators which is just something I want you to know. You’re a good guy drew, and you’re funny.
Drew, I was so high when I watched this and wow, I have so many take aways. First of all, I GENUINELY felt like I was your bestie while watching this video. This was so engaging and every time you made a joke about Miranda cosgrove or asked me if I was doing okay I just lost it! I’m a theatre major and had a recent audition where it felt like it happened SO. QUICK. I couldn’t take in the experience because I was just so scared!! As an actor, I absolutely loved watching this video and I appreciate your perspective. You are genuinely so funny and talented, I had a blast watching this video and that’s the way it should be! 😂
Drew you are still really young and you can still be an actor if you want, so many people start sooo much later, you're already experienced and self aware and you can do everything you know you should've and avoid the mistakes u already made, if you want to of course. You're already so magnetic and that's the one thing that's so hard to "learn", everything else is just up to consistent work and some luck. I think you would do good in writing too.
I loved your poem and even kinda related to it. I've always been afraid to sing in front of an audience. I was offered a chance to sing at a festival in my hometown once and backed out last minute. I still wonder if I would have been perfect. I'm sorry for your loss. I'm sure your stepmom is looking down fondly wherever she is and smiling at your memories of her.
I also lost my step mom last year, and I really feel for you in the “I don’t deserve to feel this sad, bc there were other people who were closer to her.” But we all deserve to grieve when we need to.
I loved the poem! And the vulnerability. I did shed a little tear at the end over what you said, I could empathize with the feeling. ❤ It was interesting to hear about your experience with acting. If you ever feel like picking it up again I'll watch whatever it is in a heartbeat! Because I truly believe that you are so talented and funny. ❤
I really appreciated the sentiment of your poem. I’ve been painting for a few years now and it can be really saddening to spend 14 hours working on something that I’m really proud of, knowing only a few people will ever see it. And my friends and family are probably too nice to ever tell me if it’s terrible. So, I understood the feeling you were describing and it can be so defeating at times to keep making art for no one.
HAPPY that you had her in your life and that she had you in hers. You missing her is completely valid. I'm SO SORRY for your loss. A song that always gets to me but in a good way is Bittersweet Symphony by The Verve.
Thank you for making this channel you don't understand how happy it makes me to see your face this often. You are one of my most important forms of therapy. I know making videos isn't easy for you so thank you for caring enough to still try. On your days off, I will be rewatching your videos regardless sooooooo yeah. Love ya mmmmbye♥️
i was just saying yesterday “drew is one of my best friends and he doesn’t even know” and at the beginning when he said “to my friend you! your my friend and you didn’t even know” i screamed i think you heard my brain wave drew
I really enjoyed your poem and talking about your ex step mom.. I'm sorry for your loss..I lost my 3 year old last year and enjoyed what you were saying about grief
I never know when to stop sharing my feelings too. I lost a close family friend who was like a second dad to me, but also had the same thought of not being officially allowed the grief, thank you for this Drew, and the song
This was so raw and beautiful and I’ve been a fan of yours for like 10 years I’m also from the Bay Area so I’ve always rooted for you because I know how hard it is to make it out. Drew I’m so grateful for these talks because honestly I feel this so hard. I think as young 20 something year olds in this generation we put a lot of pressure on ourselves to be wealthy and established at an early age when it’s totally normal to be immature and lost. We’re all finding ourselves so don’t beat yourself up too much you’re doing great 😊
I was cutting an onion as I listened to your poem, but your words were the ones that made me cry. What a beautiful poem you have created. Thank you for sharing.
I’m incredibly thankful you make these. They’re very therapeutic and I feel like I have another friend to just listen to whenever I’m having a rough day
these videos are such a comfort for me, drew. and your poem really hit me hard, it’s so hard to pop the bubble we put ourselves in with all the self doubt
your acting career ship has not sailed, I think you would do wonderfully as an actor especially with all the realizations you've made about your time auditioning before. if acting is something you want to pursue you should do it! I believe in you.
yes 100%
Absolutely!!!!!
Yeah I wanna see drew on riverdale
No for real his career could sky rocket bc he’s such a unique person
seriously. i think if anything you have a lot more presence now. plus you have a body of work and are somewhat famous.
it's honestly such a relief to hear someone who talks exactly how i do.. all the tangents, stream of consciousness, oversharing and turning things into a joke, random accents, analyzing myself out loud, forgetting wtf i was even talking about, etc.... idk why but this just made me feel much more "normal" for the first time in a while.
Same!! Its comforting.
Yessss i talk like this too. It's so nice to see someone who talks like us in the comments too
I feel this with every video!!
i felt the same, and ur comment only added to my validation🥺
had to come to drew’s channel today for this exact reason. feeling extremely different from everyone around me on a daily basis in a bad way and drew is literally one of the only people that i know of that genuinely changes that feeling.
watched this to the very end. didn't feel like an hour at all. as a youtuber and a performer, I feel like you just hit the nail on the head over and over again for me. these videos are very cathartic for me and honest to god make me feel less alone about the things I feel and think about on the daily. i appreciate these a lot. you and miranda just get me swear to god!!!
i love ur videos!!!!!
I agree with all of that, cathartic and im usually shutting off videos that run more than an hour but I actually wanted more at the end. What a very sincere and real words about grief and life at the end. Very refreshing.
Hi Madisyn, I love your videos and your voice! 💜
God* it's a name
Hi, you're amazing gurl, love u
“Some People Never Sing for Anyone but Themselves and Their Neighbors Who Heard on Accident”
By Drew Monson
Some people never sing for anyone but themselves
And their neighbors who heard on accident
Some people never sing for anyone but their pets,
As their ears perk up,
And their head curls over,
And they try to figure out if it’s a compliment
Some people never sing for any stage,
Any screen,
Any karaoke bar,
Or into any ear of any love they ever found.
They opt for their dogs,
And their mirrors,
And the mites inside their dust,
And the neighbors who heard on accident
Some people never sing for anyone
Who could ever even tell them if it was good or not,
Or if it was perfect
Some people wonder, wonder, wonder,
Everyday of their life,
If it just might be perfect.
Half opening their mouths one time
To start to ask a friend
To tell them the truth if it sucks,
Before closing it back and saving it for a braver or drunker day
Some people never sing for anyone but their walls, and their rugs, and their ceilings, and their blankets, and their books,
And one night, through their new thin walls,
Their neighbors who heard on accident,
Who they didn’t realize could hear them at all,
Until a week later when they heard them singing, too,
And it was so, so perfect
thank u!!🥺
Made me cry. It'd love to own a book of Drew's poems. Maybe one day
I identify with that poem too damn much!
THANK YOU!!! was going to ask him to write it out! i loved it
So glad you did this I loved his poetry part
The vulnerability Drew shares with his audience is so honest and comforting - it feels like I’m actually sitting in a room having a conversation with a close friend. Please continue this content!
Yes!
Weird how he so comfortable sharing it to strangers while showing himself
About the girl in the audition room who inserted herself in the situation: I don't think you were in the wrong. I've made similar comments to people in the same situation as me, seeking validation and solidarity -- for example, talking about how horrible I felt about a test with a fellow test-taker afterward, like "wasn't that awful?" Though such comments are negative, the end result is intended to be positive: again, solidarity and validation. I can see how she may have initially thought she was coming to the rescue but had she thought about the situation for a few more moments, I think she would have realized that it wouldn't make sense for you to be attempting to make a fellow auditioner nervous, especially since you clarified that you clearly weren't going for the same role. Don't feel bad about it, I unnecessarily hold on to small moments of embarrassment as well.
YESSS
i dont like completely disagree with u but ur analogy isnt really accurate because what drew did was like saying "wow this is going to be horrible" before a test, not after. obviously drew had 0 bad intentions but i could see how the girl might b upset that he was making the other girl nervous before something nerve-wracking, like how you probably wouldn't want someone making you even more nervous before a test. that said it seems like the girl came on too strong with what she said to drew, but she was likely projecting her own nervousness onto the other girl and felt that she would have hated hearing that.
@@icon6200 exactly
I cannot BELIEVE Miranda didn’t even have the common decency to be in this comment section 🙄 Celebs these days
I left Louisville, KY at age 17 on April 2, 1956. I arrived in Los Angeles on April 5, 1956. I traveled on a Greyhound. We traveled through bad storms in Oklahoma and Texas. I wanted to be an actor. My first appearance, officially in a movie came 23 years later in 1979. I had a 26 year career in Hollywood as an actor and an extra. I worked more than 100 feature films and 145 different TV shows plus commercials. I became a regular cast member of a TV series in 1988 and that show lasted until 1992, I was lucky to have been in radio and TV and I had a record company and a publishing company. I was told I should expect one acting job for every 30 auditions. That seems about right. Now I am a UA-camr. I have been with UA-cam for only 16 years. UA-cam is as real a platform as Hollywood ever was. The future looks very good.
I love your channel featureman!!!!
OH MY GOSH!! I love your UA-cam channel Featureman I can't believe you watch Drew monsoon too!!
Love your stuff too!!!
Tyler’s River, the lesser known but just as angsty sequel to Dawson’s Creek
It makes me so happy seeing drew talk kinder to himself. I just see such a beautiful soul when I watch and listen to these longer unedited videos. Such a unique insight on life and so good at storytelling, tangents and all. Thanks for uploading these Drew.
I wholeheartedly believed the "spilling the frappuccino" bit was organic and not planned until you said otherwise. And thats what I like 2 call good acting
Maybe it was .. I don't know what to believe anymore with this GUY!
@@bossman-jk9tl Fr after I posted this I started second guessing as to whether the confession itself was a bit or not. And thats what I like 2 call good acting
@@shpup Yeah we may never really know! I think that's fascinating...
dear drew,
you may not read this. i love you so much though, and i want to donate to you to show my appreciation for you. you have truly helped me when i’ve been
at my lowest and i relate to you in so many ways. you are such a funny person and i wait all the time for your videos. thank you for being you!
Please keep auditioning drew. You have so much genius and so much life ahead of you. You are my comfort person. Your audience knows just how incredibly talented you are.
The poem was outstanding, Drew. I hope you write a book of poems. I hope you submit it to a publisher. You are SO gifted.
I agree so so much
An HOUR of drew?? I’m so fucking excited this is the best thing I could’ve asked for after this shitty week. Thanks man!
"An HOUR of Drew?????" was my exact reaction to seeing this on my homepage
Like every time he uploads I physically feel my day get better
Yes!! Perfect thing to listen to before bed while I’m chilling
Your poem was beautiful, and it made me kinda sad/regretful. I had big dreams as a 17/18 yr old, and I gave up too easily. I'm 28 with a toddler now, and it just made me really reminiscent of the days I did local projects and still had that 'spark'. I don't want the neighbors to be the only ones who hear me anymore. Thanks so much for sharing it Drew🥺💖
you have been my “friend” since middle school drew!! youve been my favorite youtuber since i was 12 and i am now 19. thank you for making me feel less alone all these years. excited for this new video!
Same with me started watching at 12 and im 20 now
Started watching at 12 and I’m 19 now too. He’s really shaped both my sense of humour and my outlook
@@emmairwin581 me too i have the same sense of humor as him lmaoo
i started watching when i was around 12 and i’m 19 now too woah
I’m introverted and have a really hard time showing people my goofiness because i think they’ll mock me for it. Your poem really hit that nerve for me - I’m definitely not a singer but I should let my voice be heard by just allowing myself to be myself. Thanks for sharing it!
As someone who writes poems and is absolutely enthralled by other people’s works, your poem at the end of the video genuinely made me tear up. I love how personal and intimate it sounds, writing poetry is definitely something you should continue to explore
agreed!! it was so good
I work at a talent agency and I understand 100% what you mean by the little details are what matter most when it comes to acting. I have seen so many people get shot down because they forgot 1 or 2 things but honestly Drew it's always possible. People start their acting career at any age so never feel like it's "too late". If you're ready to start anew I think it be great, just do it at ur own pace. Love ur vids btw
i love this longer content! listening to you is relaxing and i feel less alone, hopefully that’s not too lame to say. ✨
hi fellow h3 fannn. i came straight from the after dark to this treat lol
@@heliumhunterr omg that’s literally what i did too!! 😆 how did you know i was an H3 fan?
@@AlexisCruzzz guilty confession: i spend way too much time clicking ppl in comments to see who they’re subscribed to lmao🤦🏻
@@heliumhunterr ahhh okie i getchu!! 😄
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Your poem... I can’t even. I can’t word how perfectly you transformed a moment with your beautiful way of describing a time of serenity for us shy folk💕 would love this in a printout it’s beautiful
Edit; lost my mom recently and she was my world, thankyou for being real about such personal feelings honestly needed your words
Drew in black is everyone's high school crush
drew, i know the feeling, its called regret. i had that with college. i got a full 250k full ride to a private engineering school and wasn't mature enough to hold onto it. i also developed anxiety during that time which made it even more imppssible. i dropped out and lost all of it. 6 years of doing not much and beating myself up for not trying harder and i finally thought, why can't I try now? Who says I can't try now? Better to try now then live with more regrets. So I am back in school at age 26. I am alot older then many of my classmates, but I am trying again cuz why the hell not? I was unhappy anyway. Idk. I related to that feeling a lot.
I’m in the a really similar situation right now to the first part and reading this gave me hope
Good for you! Best of luck to ya.
It's something similar to me what you'd said. Thanks for sharing your story
Watched to the end and I really appreciated your vulnerability with sharing your poetry and your feelings about your step-mother. I think it's interesting that you recognize that you could go back to acting if you wanted, since you know more about it now, but that you've moved on from that and you're in a different season of life right now. As always, love your insight, and your poem was great :)
these feel like podcasts and i love it. i put them on when i crochet. i am 25 not a grandma although i would still watch if i was a grandma
I think because youve been on the internet for so long, (from the time where Funny = Money = Relevant) you feel a lot of pressure to be funny or make your content comedic. But I just want to let you know UA-cam has definitely changed. And watching someone as naturally interesting, relatable and real as you is definitely some of the best content I have consumed in a long time. People are not interested in being entertained anymore but rather looking for videos that remind them of a friend. Obnoxious & overdone people trying to fabricate funny videos have oversaturated the algorithm and fall off after a short lived time. Your videos are very one of a kind and is something I can watch while I eat, work, go to school, and take breaks. Thank you for such naturally funny and energetic talks that show your life and vulnerability.
I totally agree!
well said
not sure if you ever read the comments but at the end of the video when you were talking about the loss of your ex-stepmom, you said everything i have felt because last year i lost my stepmom and always had a complicated relationship and felt guilty for grieving because of the fact that i felt like there were other people who deserved to feel sad more than myself, but i just wanted to say thank you for sharing because I've never heard anyone say these things that I've been feeling and dealing with though the past year or so. thank you drew!
I just discovered you; I like the part where we’ve been friends for years but also I love the vulnerability in the end.
Cool seeing you here, Lorry! I love your videos !!
Hi! I love your channel! (Drew, love you too)
he died at the end???
@@valentinvolcek6034 lmao ikr?
what the fuck did she say RIP
You encouraging vulnerability and expressing yourself is so comforting, your words and poem at the end of the video made me genuinely tear up. I enjoy these videos so much you’re like a friend (,:
DREW !!!!!!! i was an extra for “The Society” on Netflix and BRO, the main character that played a high school student, was a 26 year old man. it’s not too late !! most of the time you play a younger character in tv shows or movies. so in the acting world you’re actually 18-25, not just 26
i really hope he sees this!!!!!
I’m so glad someone finally spoke up about the tragedy of spilling tea and how traumatized one can be afterwards. Thank you Drew for giving me a voice.
The way these videos feel like my own internal monologues...thank you for the giggles and the ADHD-friendly content.
And for what it's worth, I think you should give acting another shot. You are so talented, and your personal growth will only make you better. It's not over. The good roles don't happen til later in life and you're still a youngin!
Drew this was probably my favorite video you’ve ever made. You are brilliant, hysterical, real and true to yourself. You amaze me! You are a fantastic UA-cam, actor, friend, son, grandson, writer, singer, you name it. You’re amazing and incredible! I really hope you read this! ❤️
your only like 26, do you still try to audition for movies and shows? you’re such a character even without much of a script that i’m 100% certain you’d get on something major if you were very consistent with it
it makes me SO SAD how he thinks he can’t get back into it because i was an extra on the society on netflix & the main character that played a high school student was actually 26 years old
Literally
That poem hit me so hard it actually resonates with me so much and really embodies a sentiment of private, little beautiful things like singing to one’s self. It was truly a beautiful poem I was very struck by it.
One of the only content creators who is completely down to earth and completely relatable/ in touch with reality tbh
He’s genuinely one of the only UA-camr I connect with and can just sit here and enjoy his videos. So fkn real!
@@sharellejessie7348 fully agree! So refreshing
the british boy coming out almost immediately is so funny im obsessed with the story
as a 19 year old actor living in hollywood right now, this video feels like we are friends on FaceTime and we're just chatting about the industry I love it LMAO I could talk about acting and auditioning and this type of shit forever:) mixed with ur personality and humor, this video is one of my favorites of yours!
Drew, you led into it with so many caveats and apologies, but your poetry is good and genuine and it literally made me cry. You asked what to do with poems, and I think they're best read out loud, or listened to while someone else reads them out loud. You should definitely keep doing poetry.
Okay but the Miranda bit, the Shrek, Hulk, Frankie muniz bits were hilarious and really felt like a reocurring gag in a show and it's pretty ironic that im laughing along with you improv skills and comedic timing while you talk about not being good at improv.
This is an old video but i've been watching everything youve ever posted on this channel since you uploaded the finally talking about it video and i just feel so understood when i watch your videos. i lost my dad a few years ago and its just that-- brutally sad for no reason. theres not a silver lining and thats okay because it has to be okay and i like to have moments to myself with music that is objectively sad and just be sad sometimes and idk where i was going but thank you for being honest and making me feel less alone ur so good drew
I loved the poem Drew. Happy birthday to her. I’m sorry for your loss. No one knows the impact they make on someone’s life. So you deserve to grieve as much as anybody else who was closer to her.❤️
The bit about grief at the end really touched me. Thank you drew, sending you love
Although Not Cool sucked, I always thought Drew gave a good performance in it. He has great comedic timing and under a competent director, I think he would be really good on screen. He has a lot of fucking talent.
Agreed!
ugh. we don’t talk about not cool. or shane. both terrible. but i agree otherwise
@@naomigary7930 It might make him uncomfortable when you talk about Shane, there is really no reason to anyway.
@@aisletea I've been catching up on Drew, has he requested
to his audience to please not bring up Shane? Or has he ever talked about Him at all?
@@catizhie He has never mentioned him, so what’s even the point of bringing up Shane? I don’t think people should bring their hate for Shane on Drew’s channel
I lol’ed at every appropriate time and teared up at every appropriate time. 10/10 video. and just because I ranked this video a 10/10, doesn’t mean to put pressure on the next video because every video is a perfect score.
I got chills when you said “some things are just brutally sad.” My stepmom also died a couple years ago, and her birthday is coming too! As well as the anniversaries of her and my grandpa’s death, so I do have a lot to think about like you. It’s always nice to know we’re not alone in that kind of pain!
I also loved your poem by the way
3 minutes in and I already have comment about the amount of joy I get from hearing you talk ITS A FUCKING LOT
I work in an office with people in business suits and just about everything you are saying about your audition and “those people” is relatable to working in an office atmosphere too. Everyone puts a smile on, says all these catch phrases or acts a certain way.. it’s like everywhere in life- no matter what you do, people are acting or playing a role and not just being REAL! Can we all just be real and still be nice? Without saying all of the non-genuine, scripted sounding BS? Lol I hate myself every time I say or act the cliché way they do. Anyways I’ve kind of ranted now.. but it’s so funny to see this behavior exists in every business market.
I've never enjoyed listening to someone speak more. He is really able to word so many emotions and thoughts that I feel like so many people have but don't even realize until they hear them worded out loud.
I honestly really appreciate the ending, very real and authentic and true. I’ve been going through some things and these videos help make my day and smile and laugh, but they also show me that it’s ok to be sad and just because things don’t come to a happy ending, it’s not like you did anything wrong. Some things are just bad and a lot of times no good ending will come from it, and that’s no one’s fault, it’s just life. I loved the stories and the poem was very beautiful, I promise! Stay safe and I promise I’ll listen to my favorite song about life, thank you~ 🌻🍂✨
Drew literally any show or movie would be blessed to have your creativity. You are so effortlessly genuine and relatable. If you ever think about going back into auditions, you should. You are so talented!!
Drew, this one got me. Laughed the kind of laugh where you feel light and high, through many bits. I literally feel refreshed. Thank you for your stories!
Also very sorry for your loss. I hadn't gotten to that part of the video yet! I'm sorry. Sounds like you had some really sweet, easy living moments with your Ex step mum. How lovely to have had her.
love is a beautiful thing because it can also be sad. your videos are just so precious Drew
Thank you for the vulnerability Drew, it made me start to reflect on things along with you and I feel so much better & less alone tonight.
that poem is really beautiful, im crying
your poem is really good! like, actually good! i've written and read a LOT of poetry since middle school (I'm 24 now) and your poem is impressive, especially for someone who's newer to writing poetry. well done 💖
Omg I loved you on Tyler’s River!
I relate so much to being too immature or just like not equipped to take advantage of an opportunity. For me, it was in college and funnily enough I actually did do improv then lol. Idk there was just so much stuff going on with me that I let not just "comedy" but academics and relationships pass me by. Anyway, your experience really resonated with me.
So thanks a lot for sharing. And your poem was beautiful.
The poem made me cry. It was really beautiful.
I liked the poem. it was kinda relatable. I am a singer and I only sing to my dog and the walls and the neighbours who heard on accident because I have bad stage fright, I find it so hard to sing in front of people and share songs that I have wrote.
i cried listening to the poem. loved every part of this video its truly like therapy for me
i literally can’t express how much i love these videos. these bring me comfort, thank you for being so entertaining and genuine
that poem gave me chills i want it tattooed
Drew... The poem 😭💖 that Excelled my expectations!! So glad I stayed till the end... I stop myself from time stamping and replying to everything you say. Cause I think it maybe would be weird😅 . But thank you for being vulnerable💖 you have a habit of being afraid, to surprise yourself about what you could become. Your fear won't stop you from becoming it ,because your talent speaks for itself
I’ve watched this video over 15x! The way you tell stories is so funny and entertaining. I’m so glad you’re making videos like this. ❤️
Hypnotized with nervousness is a feeling I’ve definitely had before. I love hearing these stories about the industry and auditioning. It’s super interesting.
Literally the only person I can watch for an hour and not get bored
I don't know, Drew... I have seen everything you've done that's been made public, and when I think about those movies/shows/videos, it's your scenes that come to mind first. I guess I always figured that it would come back around someday when you felt ready. I still kinda feel that way
Also, sending up a prayer for your ex-stepmom. 💜
So funny you commented this because I had the same thought. Anything involving Drew, the parts he is in always come to my mind when I think about the movie/clip/show as a whole. That may be because i've been watching Drew for so long and confirmation bias is a thing... but legitimately his acting always brings me in and his soul is so strong :,) ... Drew, it's never too late. I think he could do it if he really really wants to.
your poem was beautiful!! grateful for your vulnerability
I’m absolutely loving the raw Drew. I’ve grown with you instead of outgrowing you like I have a lot of other creators which is just something I want you to know. You’re a good guy drew, and you’re funny.
Drew, I was so high when I watched this and wow, I have so many take aways. First of all, I GENUINELY felt like I was your bestie while watching this video. This was so engaging and every time you made a joke about Miranda cosgrove or asked me if I was doing okay I just lost it! I’m a theatre major and had a recent audition where it felt like it happened SO. QUICK. I couldn’t take in the experience because I was just so scared!! As an actor, I absolutely loved watching this video and I appreciate your perspective. You are genuinely so funny and talented, I had a blast watching this video and that’s the way it should be! 😂
I am currently so high watching this lol
drew it may be because i’m a little wine drunk but that poem made me sob
i’m having a very hard time recently and these videos are getting me through it so thank you
WOW drew the entire poem and grief piece was so wonderful i love you so much
Drew you are still really young and you can still be an actor if you want, so many people start sooo much later, you're already experienced and self aware and you can do everything you know you should've and avoid the mistakes u already made, if you want to of course. You're already so magnetic and that's the one thing that's so hard to "learn", everything else is just up to consistent work and some luck. I think you would do good in writing too.
I loved your poem and even kinda related to it. I've always been afraid to sing in front of an audience. I was offered a chance to sing at a festival in my hometown once and backed out last minute. I still wonder if I would have been perfect.
I'm sorry for your loss. I'm sure your stepmom is looking down fondly wherever she is and smiling at your memories of her.
I also lost my step mom last year, and I really feel for you in the “I don’t deserve to feel this sad, bc there were other people who were closer to her.” But we all deserve to grieve when we need to.
I honestly laughed out loud watching you drew, I can’t wait for whatever your future holds.
I loved the poem! And the vulnerability.
I did shed a little tear at the end over what you said, I could empathize with the feeling. ❤
It was interesting to hear about your experience with acting. If you ever feel like picking it up again I'll watch whatever it is in a heartbeat! Because I truly believe that you are so talented and funny. ❤
your poem shattered my heart into a million pieces in the best way possible and I loved it thank you for sharing it
These longer videos are so therapeutic to listen to ily drew
poem was great and the story at the end just as good
I really appreciated the sentiment of your poem. I’ve been painting for a few years now and it can be really saddening to spend 14 hours working on something that I’m really proud of, knowing only a few people will ever see it. And my friends and family are probably too nice to ever tell me if it’s terrible. So, I understood the feeling you were describing and it can be so defeating at times to keep making art for no one.
HAPPY that you had her in your life and that she had you in hers. You missing her is completely valid. I'm SO SORRY for your loss. A song that always gets to me but in a good way is Bittersweet Symphony by The Verve.
Thank you for making this channel you don't understand how happy it makes me to see your face this often. You are one of my most important forms of therapy. I know making videos isn't easy for you so thank you for caring enough to still try. On your days off, I will be rewatching your videos regardless sooooooo yeah. Love ya mmmmbye♥️
These videos are my safe space
The british boys character arc is riveting. Im invested
that poem is so beautiful. Its simple, and relatable, and lonely, and sad, and perfect
i was just saying yesterday “drew is one of my best friends and he doesn’t even know” and at the beginning when he said “to my friend you! your my friend and you didn’t even know” i screamed i think you heard my brain wave drew
I really enjoyed your poem and talking about your ex step mom.. I'm sorry for your loss..I lost my 3 year old last year and enjoyed what you were saying about grief
as someone who is attempting to be a working actor, i unironically found this video to be very insightful 🐁
I never know when to stop sharing my feelings too. I lost a close family friend who was like a second dad to me, but also had the same thought of not being officially allowed the grief, thank you for this Drew, and the song
This was so raw and beautiful and I’ve been a fan of yours for like 10 years I’m also from the Bay Area so I’ve always rooted for you because I know how hard it is to make it out. Drew I’m so grateful for these talks because honestly I feel this so hard. I think as young 20 something year olds in this generation we put a lot of pressure on ourselves to be wealthy and established at an early age when it’s totally normal to be immature and lost. We’re all finding ourselves so don’t beat yourself up too much you’re doing great 😊
Really FELT the poem. I love that. And im sorry about your stepmom. Love your videos and vulnerability. I love you Drew and so glad youre back. 🥰❤
Happy birthday to her ❤️ all your feelings are valid no matter how close you were
Your poem was lovely
And your beanie looks nice today
Im not a poet girl either but THAT one, loved it!! I could understand and feel it!
What a beautiful and sweet tribute, Drew. These videos are becoming so therapeutic to me.
Samee
I was cutting an onion as I listened to your poem, but your words were the ones that made me cry. What a beautiful poem you have created. Thank you for sharing.
I’m incredibly thankful you make these. They’re very therapeutic and I feel like I have another friend to just listen to whenever I’m having a rough day
these videos are such a comfort for me, drew. and your poem really hit me hard, it’s so hard to pop the bubble we put ourselves in with all the self doubt