It's difficult to put into words how much this song means to me. It has guided me through so many difficult times and made me a better person. You want to scream, you want to run, you want to cuddle, you want to be alone, you don't want to be alone. Thank you for this very special song!
@@jonathanroyofficial An easy search: BIBLE + FREEMASONRY, through which lies and truth becomes easy listed. So far i have listed 28 lies and 28 truth. Have you started to dig? What have you found?
The emotion in this performance is absolutely absorbing and it gives me chills and goosebumps. This artist is so underrated. His voice is intoxicating. So is hers in the back. Beautiful combo!
She's been aroung for quite a while too, she did Women in chains with Tears for Fears a few years back! Truly talented! (this is not taking anything away from Jonathan's talent!)
Dear Mr. Roy I am still listening here 3 years later and I wanted to say thank you for sharing your music.... I am stronger and braver and happier than I've ever been
As someone who's recently left a trauma-bond/abusive relationship, there hasn't been awfully much that gets me by... except this song. Thank you for creating something that means so much to so many different people.
Going thru this myself but I left him and he found me and abused me again and again I'd report it, I tried to move on, and because I made so many reports cps took my kids away. Smdh. They should've gotten me and my kids away from him or punished him not my kids and i
I want to take a moment and thank everyone for all the love and for sharing your life stories with me. I wrote "Keeping Me Alive" at a moment in my life where I was lost and confused. This song helped me through my struggles and I'm glad to see its doing the same for many. 🙏🏻 CRAZY to think we nailed 10 Millions views, I am blown away! Would love to know where everyone is from, if you leave a comment put the flag of you country at the end of your message. I hope to come out to your country and city when this pandemic is over. Wishing everyone good health and love! Peace, J
I just heard this for the first time and honestly it's amazing ,I can write songs and stuff but I can't sing which sucks but this is my new favorite song rn
It was Covid isolation in Saint-Petersburg. Me and my future wife in a small flat. We don’t have enough money. So close to hate each other. So close to depression. And I found this Treasure. 4 years later. January. My sweet wife gives me a present - vocal lessons! She knew, that I really wanted it. Cause Covid and no money stopped my lessons. Nowadays. Open lesson with all students of my Vocal master. I sing this song. The power of words and memories beat me in my heart. But now I’m stronger than 4 years later. I finished this song. My hands shaked. Me and my wife love each other and understand very very deep. All fears and problems now at the past and I love her so much. Thank you for your music and for this emotions. Forever in my heart!!!
Hey. Danke für diese berührenden Zeilen. Danke für diese Einblicke... . Wir haben nun Juli 2024. Ich hoffe es geht Ihnen allen immer noch so gut. LG Ulrike
@@Ulrike_Laacher_See еревод текста с помощью камеры Hallo. Ich schreibe mit Google Übersetzer. Danke Ihnen! Ja, uns geht es großartig. Wir lieben und unterstützen uns gegenseitig. Vielleicht kann ich Menschen mit meinen Liedern inspirieren, genau wie Roy! Entschuldigung für mein Deutsch. Danke!
I’ve played along to this song ( saxophone) countless times. Everytime I hear and feel something slightly different. Doesn’t surprise me seeing the number of views. It’s just a brilliant shapeshifter of a song
You try to hold me down So I became a soldier Built up all these walls And now I'm climbing over Those nasty beasts Are tempting me Oh Lord but I ain't going back You take me for a fool,that doesn't Make me foolish Told me I was wrong Passion made you ruthless Manipulate Its just too late Oh Lord,but I ain't going back no more Your fueling of the flames Gonna show you what I'm made of Breakin' every chain That you put on me You thought I wouldn't change but I grew on you 'Cause I will never be what you wanted this fire,this fire is keepin' me alive Makin' me believe I couldn't do without you Make it hard to leave,You think it's all about you You know I'll never be what you wanted This fire,this fire I tried to get this weight Off of my shoulders Built up all my strength I'm finally takin' over Complicate I don't appreciate Oh Lord,but I ain't going back no more Your fueling of the flames gonna show you what I'm made of Breakin' every chain That you put on me You thought I wouldn't change but I grew on you 'Cause I will never be what you wanted this fire,this fire is keepin' me alive Makin' me believe I couldn't do without you Make it hard to leave,You think it's all about you You know I'll never be what you wanted This fire,this fire Is keeping me alive (×3) This fire,this fire They breakin' me Shakin' me Shapin' me Into what I never wanted And breakin' me shakin' me makin' my beatin' heart a little stronger Breakin' every chain that you put on me..
I've never heard any of this singer's song. I'm so glad this was the first one. The guy is just amazing. The video clip is casual, mysterious and interesting. The melody makes me spring my feet to the beat. Thanks for that. I really like this song.
Chills. Every. Single. Time. Your vocals and soul, undeniable. And Kim's voice... mama can BLOW! Choir, your musicians, the direction and camera work. This is class right here. Such a powerful song and performance. 🇺🇸
Kim Richardson is one Bad Ass vocalist, she has done many live Concerts/Songs with Corey Hart and she nails those high notes every time, Bravo Kim & Jonathan!!
It's magic when musicians have this much synergy together.. that timing when the music came in at "trying to get this weight off of my shoulders" was perfect... sooo effective and satisfying.
Just heard this song for the first time tonight. This speaks to me on so many levels. I’ve gone through heartbreak, betrayal, loss, loneliness, and despair. But I am still here, still breathing, still living, still fighting. I still have a mission, a purpose for my life, and whatever it takes, I will see it through. THIS FIRE IS KEEPING ME ALIVE!!!! Thank you, Jonathan Roy, for this track and God bless you!!!!
Thank you so much for your kind words. This song did a great deal of healing for me as well. I hope you find the happiness that everyone deserves...stay strong, JR
This is the song of the last days on earth and I expect this singer to come out singing another one like this only with more messages and content. He's a great singer and the band rocks Kudos to the woman blasting in with him.Oerfectly times and what a voice! I give it a 10. Rock on y'all I'll be waiting to hear your next one.
I saw Jonathan last night at the Capitole in Quebec City, my first concert since COVID started and I picked a great one. The night started off with an opening act from a young man named John. This was his first time singing before a live audience but definitely won’t be his last. He has an amazing voice and he is a great storyteller. Then on to Jonathan and his family (as he calls his group), they sang a variety of his songs for 90 minutes. We the audience were amazed and happy, the walls of the Capitole shook last night with love and appreciation for the show we were given by such a talented group of musicians. They portrayed a tight knit group of people that had lots of love and respect for each other and I can’t forget they had fun up there singing for us. One of my best shows ever. Thank you all.
SPEECHLESS !!!!!!!!. SUCH A RAW VOICE AND SUCH A GREAT GIFT TOO BE SHARED WITH THE WORLD........ I'm so excited too hear more of this amazing human...💞
Lyrics: You try to hold me down so I became a soldier Built up all theses walls and now I'm climbing over Those nasty bees are tempting me Oh Lord! but I ain't going back You take me for a fool (fool), that doesn't make me foolish Told me I was wrong (wrong), passion made you ruthless Manipulate, It's just too late Oh lord! 'cause I ain't going back no more Your fueling of the flames gonna show you what I'm made of Breakin' every chain that you put on me You thought I wouldn't change but I grew on you 'Cause I will never be what you wanted This fire (this fire), this fire Is keeping me alive Making me believe I couldn't do without you Make it hard to leave you think It's all about you You know I'll never be what you wanted This fire (this fire), this fire I tried to get this weight off of my shoulders Built up all my strength I'm finally taking over Complicate, I don't appreciate Oh lord! 'cause I ain't going back no more Your fueling of the flames gonna show you what I'm made of Breakin' every chain that you put on me You thought I wouldn't change but I grew on you 'Cause I will never be what you wanted This fire (this fire), this fire Is keeping me alive Making me believe I couldn't do without you Make it hard to leave you think It's all about you You know I'll never be what you wanted This fire (this fire), this fire Is keeping me alive Keeping me alive, keeping me alive This fire (this fire), this fire (Is keeping me alive) Breakin' me, shakin' me, shapin' me Into what I never wanted, oh Breakin' me, shakin' me Makin' my beatin' heart a little stronger (Stronger) (Stronge baby) Breakin' every chain that you put on me You thought I wouldn't change but I grew on you 'Cause I will never be what you wanted This fire (this fire), this fire Is keeping me alive Breakin' every chain that you put on me You thought I wouldn't change but I grew on you 'Cause I would never be what you wanted This fire (this fire), this fire Is keeping me alive Making me believe I couldn't do without you Make it hard to leave you think It's all about you You know I'll never be what you wanted This fire (this fire), this fire Is keeping me alive Keeping me alive, keeping me alive This fire (this fire), this fire Is keeping me alive.
Thank you Your afford is appreciated.. It's my son's song, but I love it.. Music has been a very big part of my life, I went to every one of the concerts , I'm the generation of baby boomers...it what it is..you name a band I've seen it...and some you don't know...i liked the blues,.my husband played guitar, who didn't??? Hehe!!! But at Bijou cafe we saw Muddy Waters,..and that was tops.. A very small place, with student desks, old time, one piece,..serving cheese and crackers,.I have ,must share this..Piano player was something out of magazine, toll thin with a sigaret in his lips and the ash as long as the sig, my husband got up walked up to him took the sig shook of the ash and put it back in his lips,...epic...my tears rolling on my cheeks, remembering..Michael , my first only love, and best friend, my link to the world past in 88,..living behind our 3 boys to be raised by me..grown now with children of their own...did, not bad, never went to jail, and making a good living, law abiding citizens. . I thank God I experienced true love, and learned how to appreciate music ,universal language.. Is the little things,.. have not been in another relationship..I had the best ...
Listen yesterday was the first time I ever heard this . I can't get enough . goose bumps everytime . damn its powerful . thanks man for the good vibes that flow .. Incredible. I can't help but send them back ur way man you got feel what I feel .
HE'S GOT EVERYTHING...THE VOICE, POWERFUL LYRICS, GREAT PRESENCE & EASY ON THE EYES...JUST SHOWS NO MATTER HOW SIMPLE A CLIP CAN BE IT CAN BE JUST AS MOVING & POWERFUL AS A MILLION DOLLAR CLIP BECAUSE IT'S ABOUT HAVING TALENT & BEING RAW
@@jonathanroyofficial You're most welcome Jonathan & it's true. I hope u do more one-take videos as they are quite remarkable in their own right. Maybe u could do one in a suit, clean-shaven on a stormy beach for a stark contrast. Australia would love to have u & welcomes u with outstretched & open arms. Never forget you're a musical virtuoso & I hope to see u live. I wish u all the very best JR:)
Being the son of a legendary NHL goalie likely came with a tremendous amount pressure for you to follow in your dad's footsteps. But, you managed to follow your own dream and carve your own independent path towards success and contentment as a musician. You obviously found your true calling in life to produce and sing songs that offer us a glimmer of hope, serenity, and beauty in a world that is rife with turmoil, chaos, anxiety, distrust, inequality, and suffering. Bravo to you Jonathan.
Amen!! Couldn’t have said it better!! From another CO resident (native) and Avs fan since the beginning in ‘95!! Now a Jonathon Roy fan for all the goosebumps you give me that I never quite got from hockey!! 😉 Thank you for your music JR!! 🖤🎶🎵
Omg … the lyrics, the music, the voice … Forgive me, I will be listening, over and over again. Thank you, for keeping me alive ✨ the healing, exists in the pain ✨
This song is literally keeping me alive. Life can be brutal but when a song hits like this and picks you up in dark times makes it that much more amazing
I almost never comment on youtube. But this is a moment for exceptions. This is a masterpiece on all levels! I am a survivor of many abusive relationships and this song acurately and poetically expresses the hell I have been through. But somehow, heaven as well. With the amazing choir, the powerful back up vocals, the dancing man rising in the end. The lyrics, melody, voice and video are in perfect harmony and they convey the power in all of us, to overcome and transcend our battles and maybe turn them into masterpieces like this one. Amazing, Jonathan! Amazing! From the passion that put into the singing, I can feel you’ve been there and came out. Well done for everything! Thank you! ❤
This explains his passion and dedication towards music hands down to the whole crew from the playback to the editor , every time I listen to this piece gives that extra boost that I need in life to keep climbing the mountain that soars highher than the sky and life itself love you Jonathan . Love all the way from the little kingdom of Sikkim
My wife left me for another man and had been cheating the last 2 months I found out. Been married 20 years and im barely hanging on til I heard this song and now i feel like I'll be ok! You have no idea how much this just saved my life! Thank you!
Listen to me madafacka, never alloud a feeling for a woman destroy your life, your present, your goals, keep walking a day a time, walk a step first, another after madafacka. Am with as a man, as a person, as a friend, as a brother, as a father. Keep walking with head up front an Believe THIS should be pass.
I had this song on repeat a couple of years ago, then forgot for a minute, so I spent the whole day trying to remember the name. Thanks God I did find it.
This song...I’ve cried to this song, danced to this song, sang it with joy, and sang it with rage. It was on repeat through every dark night and every gray day as I fight to heal CPTSD and face my abusive past. It’s not just a good song, I feel it in my soul and it’s pulled me out of bed too many times to count.
Thank you so much for the nice words Lora. Hoping that you gain the strength necessary for you to lead the life that you want...sending you lots of love and determination, JR
What a voice! We can feel the love, the passion through this song with this music ! Just love it. Keep singing and doing this kind of beautiful and deeply songs
Je viens tout juste de découvrir ta chanson. Je n'avais pas entendu l'autre version, je n'écoute jamais la radio. Cette version est vraiment hallucinante. Tu m'as donné des frissons. Tu m'as emmener dans un endroit au fond de moi, où je m'aventure presque jamais. Par après, j'ai lu un article où tu expliquais un peu d'où t'étais venu l'inspiration pour tes paroles. Ne lâche pas la musique! Tu as fais le bon choix en écoutant ton coeur et allant exactement où tu dois aller. Ta voix est magnifique, ta passion est palpable. J'ai vraiment hâte d'entendre la suite!
@@jonathanroyofficial j'ai été coupée dans mon commentaire. je voulais juste te dire ( du coup je fais vite) continue à nous faire vibrer avec du bon son dans nos oreilles. c'est du bonheur de decouvrir de la bonne musique comme ça. merci.
Fabian Lautrete, je partage exactement les mêmes sentiments. Le 18 juillet 2021, je viens de découvrir ce grand artiste ! Mille mercis M. Roy pour les émotions que vous nous donnez. Ouf ! Quel talent !
Amazing song, amazing voices, and the powerfull interpretation...... Goosebumps every time I listen! We want more of this! Keep it up, Jonathan, Kim and the Band! ❤
It's incredible how this song is always on the radio but it is not famous on UA-cam. Cette chanson est un chef-d'oeuvre et esti que ta voix est incroyable ! Tu mérites clairement plus :)
You try to hold me down so I became a soldier Built up all theses walls and now I'm climbing over Those nasty bees are tempting me Oh lord! But I ain't going back You take me for a fool (fool), that doesn't make me foolish Told me I was wrong (wrong), passion made you ruthless Manipulate, it's just too late Oh lord! 'Cause I ain't going back no more Your fueling of the flames gonna show you what I'm made of Breakin' every chain that you put on me You thought I wouldn't change but I grew on you 'Cause I will never be what you wanted This fire (this fire), this fire Is keeping me alive Making me believe I couldn't do without you Make it hard to leave you think it's all about you You know I'll never be what you wanted This fire (this fire), this fire I tried to get this weight off of my shoulders Built up all my strength I'm finally taking over Complicate, I don't appreciate Oh lord, 'cause I ain't going back no more Your fueling of the flames gonna show you what I'm made of Breakin' every chain that you put on me You thought I wouldn't change but I grew on you 'Cause I will never be what you wanted This fire (this fire), this fire Is keeping me alive Making me believe I couldn't do without you Make it hard to leave you think it's all about you You know I'll never be what you wanted This fire (this fire), this fire Is keeping me alive Keeping me alive, keeping me alive This fire (this fire), this fire (is keeping me alive) Breakin' me, shakin' me, shapin' me Into what I never wanted, oh Breakin' me, shakin' me Makin' my beatin' heart a little stronger (Stronger) (Strong baby) Breakin' every chain that you put on me You thought I wouldn't change but I grew on you 'Cause I will never be what you wanted This fire, this fire, this fire Is keeping me alive Breakin' every chain that you put on me You thought I wouldn't change but I grew on you 'Cause I would never be what you wanted This fire (this fire), this fire Is keeping me alive Making me believe I couldn't do without you Make it hard to leave you think it's all about you You know I'll never be what you wanted This fire (this fire), this fire Is keeping me alive Keeping me alive, keeping me alive This fire (this fire), this fire Is keeping me alive
I don't know how I missed out on being one of the millions to hear this phenomenal song. You are true talent. Truly an inspiration to anyone wanting to break the expectations and be their own person and so what makes YOU happy and not others. I can't wait to dive into more of your work. Sending all the love and appreciation! ✌🏻❤️😊
Don’t ever change from Mr. Optimism. Just grow from there. I found your music yesterday and it’s invasive in the best way… New Shoes 🔥. New f’ing Shoes Bro 😎. #PraiseToThePerfectZone 🧘🏻♂️
The fact that he is singing barefoot grounded on earth and bringing it through his whole being takes the song to another next level and one can just close eyes and feel him...
This is so beautiful he beat his daddy's odds he rebelled didn't wanna do what his dad wanted But his rebelling has made him international famous one he'll of a artist so gifted.❤from Ga
This song helped me so much through my spiritual battle it was unbelievable how much power this man's voice has in the spiritual world and as a brother I love you man thank you
Thank you for sharing yourself with the world. You're a powerhouse and this song is my new favorite. May it take you to the top! Big kisses from Las Vegas, Nevada, USA
@@jonathanroyofficial I love that, soundtrack to our life. There are absolutely songs that fit my life at certain times for certain reasons. This song fits so many different life experiences though. I'm so glad I found this song, it's keeping me alive ❤🔥
I have been in recovery for 6 months now. Thank you for this song. I have been showing anyone and everyone. Whom I feel needs to hear this. YOU CAN CONQUER THEM DEMONS. SOBRIETY IS POSSIBLE!!!!! FIGHT FOR YOU NO MATTER THE COSTS. YOU DESERVE HAPPINESS AND ALL THE GOOD THINGS IN LIFE!!!! I’m praying for each and everyone who is in the darkness You can fight thru the darkness and into the LIGHT!!!!! BELIEF IS THE STRONGEST THING WE HAVE TRULY BELIEVE AND U WILL GET TO WHERE YOU WANT TO BE. I too was once lost. I was a heavvvvvy fentanyl user as well as meth user. If I CAN DO IT ANYONE OF YOU CAN TOO!!!!!! ❤ THANK YOU FOR THIS SONG I WILL FOREVER LISTEN TO IT.
The comment section says it all. I love scrolling through the comment section of songs that ignite my spirit; so I can see proof that there are others that are actually alive within and have the presence of movement when they hear music that resonates. I’m in great company, because this song sparks a fire in my soul and it’s evident I’m not alone. 🔥 😭❤️
And when you least expect it, a voice comes along that completely overwhelms you, hugs you, and leaves you speechless. I don't know if I should be grateful or worried.
I never expected the impact that this song would have on me. I am eternally grateful for this piece of art. Let me tell you what has happened the last 4 times I played this song. I've only played it 4 times because I realized how intense my reaction to it would be immediately after the first time I watched this video. When I watch this performance I experience something I never have before with anything in my life. It's hard to describe but it triggers a deep emotional response. At different parts of the song it is like I re-experience recent moments in my life as if I am experiencing those moments as they happened for the very first time and, at the same time, reflecting on it in the present moment with feelings of deep sadness, empathy and understsnding for my past-self. My hands start trembling, I experience physical sensations that I can only describe as intense, I cry uncontrollably in direct response to specific parts of the song. I am in shock that a piece of art could trigger a consistent, significant and intense emotional response from me. I am baffled every time by what is happening. How could I feel so understood and resonate with something so much. I have had a difficult life. The first 20 or so years seemed pretty damn good on the outside but behind the scenes there was a lot of trouble brewing in my head that would eventually reveal itself when diagnosed as bipolar mood disorder and addiction. A few months ago, at 28 years old, I found myself in a familiar and scary space and condition. I had relapsed again, I was in complete despair and in a lot of pain. I was self medicating with the kind of stuff that temporarily distracts me from and "takes away the pain" but also is a significant cause of my pain. I was completely alone and couldn't think of a single person who I could call to talk to and hopefully help me. Someone who could help me not take my life. I felt abandoned, I felt misunderstood. I felt unloved and unworthy. This wasn't the first I had been in this situation. Over the last 4 years I experienced periods of sobriety and stability often ruined by periods of active addiction, depression and mania. I had attempted suicide twice before but someone or something had other plans each time. This time I didn't attempt anything because there was a simple thought or concept that kept me alive because I felt I could could not go against this principle. "To feel so much pain where a big part of it is due to the actions of my loved ones and those who were once close to me. This is the kind of pain that I would never wish on anyone else, especially those I care about. I will not do something that could cause someone to feel anything close to or worse than what I feel right now." This principle motivated me to not go through with it for 2 or 3 months. 2 or 3 months of being either high or withdrawing. Either asleep and depressed or manic and sleep deprived. Trying to hold on each day in the hope that the next day might be better. Not giving in, not giving up. I could not do it because if I did, my family and my friends or those who used to be around would know that there might have been something they could have done or said that would have helped me. Because there was. No one would have me. Their boundaries, although intended to protect them, meant that I had no one to talk to and no one to ask for help. Or more specifically that that was truly what I believed and felt when suicidal. I knew that my death would cause too much pain considering the state of my relationships with my family at that point in my life. There wasn't much of a relationship really. It had gotten to the point of them no longer getting involved and convincing me to go to another treatment center, soeak to my sponsor or talk to my therapist or psychiatrist. They didn't see a point anymore because it hasn't worked before. They couldn't watch me fade away into the junkie that's ruined their lives for years. Their unstable brother and son who just can't sort his shit out. They also accepted that there's nothing they could do to help me. I agree with them and understand why they felt that they had to cut me from my life unless I am on a path to the ever mystical world of recovery. They didn't consider that there is another option. I am not promoting enabling anyone and discouraging healthy boundaries. We can still be there for someone and make sure they that they know they are not alone. Let them know they are loved and its not entirely their fault. Let them know that you know they've tried and to keep trying is enough. Give them something to hang onto in those moments of apathy and despair. Do so without conditions or motives or plans to fix them. This advice or whatever I am giving is in the context of years of unsuccessful medical interventions: therapists, psychiatrists, rehabs, psychiatric units and 12 step fellowships. In some cases, those things stop helping and may even start to make the problem worse. In some cases. In my case, I believe. I encourage taking your loved ones to psychologists and psychiatrists or whatever treatment they need. It can and does work. But not always. When it hasn't then don't make the isolation worse by stepping back. Step in. Not to lead them in any direction but to walk next to them on their journey as you experience your own journey. Don't judge their journey. Just be there so that they have someone to call when they feel hopeless. It hurts when someone gives up and it's easier to give up when you feel you're completely alone. I felt motivated to make changes for myself and be there for myself because I had to stick to this principal. Things have gotten better and are sometimes not great but less often and less bad. That principal is the fire that's keeping me alive. This song describes that in a way that baffles and impacts me in an intense way. This song is itself becoming another part of the fire that keeps me alive. I feel like I have the ability to be happy again. I haven't felt that way in years. I gave up and thought my fate was destined to be sad. Thanks brother and fellow soldier in a war where too many innocent and good people lose their lives when they didn't have to. Sometimes someone with addiction or mental illness just needs to be supported by being heard and not being judged, thrown into a treatment center, given an ultimatum or enslaved by your rules and conditions or else there's no place for them in your life. Just be there for them or else they will feel they have little to hold onto.
Disclaimer: This is totally outside my comfort zone…discussing religion let alone discussing my own personal walk with God but I feel your testimony is COMPELLING me to do so. Curious, have you ever the feeling that you’re just missing something that’s pulling you in a direction you neither understand nor do you understand WHY you’re being pulled? It’s God. Trust me when I say I’ve been in dark places as well and there is nothing more…relieving…for a lack of better words, than God’s Grace. It’s not like everyone thinks it is. It’s not like I woke up one day and decided to become this Bible thumping prude that looks down on everyone. It’s more like I woke up one day and He’s there with His hand on my shoulder saying “I got you…you’re going to continue to fail and make mistakes but that’s OK because I got you.”. Take this for what it’s worth man…I’m no saint even now, but I KNOW I’m good and I’m NEVER lonely. This is how HE works. Your post, despite the sadness in, was a tool working thru him to move ME to post this. I don’t even know how to articulate my point. All I gotta say is He is with you with his hand on your shoulder even if you don’t feel it. He’s just waiting for you to reach up and take His hand.
Jonathan Roy’s "Keeping Me Alive" (Live Acoustic Performance) is nothing short of breathtaking. His raw, soulful voice coupled with the stripped-down acoustic arrangement creates an intimate atmosphere that deeply resonates with the listener. The emotion in his delivery is palpable, as he sings with a blend of vulnerability and strength that perfectly captures the song’s themes of perseverance and hope. The authenticity of this performance highlights Jonathan’s remarkable ability to connect with his audience on a profound level. A very moving and inspiring performance.
@@Rhaevyn-Hart Regards, sweetheart Naturally, I write poetry and songs. I also blog and engage in various other activities related to these artistic endeavors. It goes without saying that writing like a music critic is necessary to create such beautiful music.💓💓
@@LoversSymphony It's funny, I didn't even look at your channel name when I made that comment. I just responded to your writing. Didn't realize you had a new baby UA-cam channel. I just added to your growth. Subbed! Nice music ♥
@@Rhaevyn-Hart Thank you so much for your kindness. I feel humbled and truly appreciate it. I'm far from being an expert to judge such a beautiful piece of music, but I believe that great music and captivating stories deserve recognition. Writing a positive comment can give a songwriter or composer the motivation to create even more. That's why I strive to be honest in my feedback and highlight the brilliance of exceptional songs. Instead of holding back, I aim to write comments that truly reflect the impact of the music.❤
Seriously, the first time I listened to this song I was just completely wowed and I heard it 50 times over and over again. And I keep listening to it. It's so amazing, JR, you're brilliant, that attitude, that passion, that amazing voice, every time you finish the song I'm always like closing a fist, pumping my bicep and growl a "f**k yeah man" because it's so spiritual and so God damn deep from the soul, I love it. So inspiring. Thank you Jonathan for making the common mortals life a bit better no doubt with your amazing art!
e are alike my dear friend, trust that this song evokes the same feelings in me still...thank you all for supporting. We are all on the same journey...lots of love from Canada...JR
I have listen to this song for over a year and really never heard it until my husband left me recently. Holy cow. This is my theme song. Thank you Jonathan Roy. This gives me strength.
i recently ended a relationship of 18 years. a suffacating, abusive relationship that almost broke me. i fought back , released myself from it and came up stronger and myself again. this song , these words, feels like its written about me. i love how talented people can make music that hits you in the face and reaches into your soul.... thank you for this wonderful song, it will be precious for me al my life long.. greetings from belgium
Found this song by accident, and it has inspired me so much, just when I needed it the most. Thank you for creating this piece of pure art. I will keep creating as well! Love from Spain.
My ears are in heaven 🪽 Your song is a lifeline to strength and identity. The depth of your artistry touches the soul, serving as a reminder of the beauty within. Thank you for creating something profoundly meaningful and universally resonant. Much love from Armenia 🤍
For everyone that overcame or is going through serious toxic, desperate and abusive conditions, at any time or point in your life, you're incredibly strong, don't give up, it's worth it, YOU, are worth it, don't let anything or anyone to extinguish your fire, even if you have no one, you have YOU, all my strengh and hope goes out for ya, stay safe, stay strong, stay smart, defend your hope with everything you've got.
Jonathan, I confess that a few months ago I didn't know you! "I tripped" on this song on UA-cam and I fell in love with the photograph of the video, so I decided to listen to the music too... one, two, three times ... I couldn't stop! So much power, so much strength, so much passion, so much soul in single a voice as didn’t listen a long time ago !!! What a performance!!!! It's been in my favorites since that day! It's your best performance I've seen so far! You’re in the best of your voice on this one! Thank you for this!
Coucou chère fane comment allez vous? J’espère bien, en effet j’ai pris un petit peu de temps pour venir sur UA-cam et venir remercier mes fans pour tout le soutien qu’ils apportent dans ma carrière musicale vraiment merci beaucoup pour tout ce que vous faite pour moi, si cela ne vous dérange pas voilà mon adresse hangouts; clementcompteofficiel@gmail.com et aussi mon numéro whatsapp fan : +33 06 44 67 92 56 Ajoutez-moi pour qu’on puisse mieux échanger.Bisous
@@jonathanroyofficial You had the time to reply to my comment 😭🙌 I must add that I love that this song can fit into any situation depending on the person ❤🙌
Johnathan Roy, this song hits my heart in so many ways! Because I'm constantly breaking chains put on me by the devil! That fire that burns inside of me, that's the holy ghost! This song fuels my love for my wife! Keep on singing bro, these lyrics are fire!
Keep coming back to this, i never get enough of this song...there is something very powerful about it, something that makes me jump into my fears and fight with every one of them 🙂
I have found this song not long after a break up, in the beginning of quarantine (in Slovakia). Being alone in a flat, surrounded with those "precious" thoughts that make you feel like piece of s...this song had been encouraging the last pieces of energy I had to stay with me, and somehow it helped me find peace with myself... Thanks for helping me with reversing the power of pain. Sending lots of love.
Je viens de découvrir l histoire de cette chanson et ... je suis scotché par le moment de sa création ressemble au moment où moi je l ai découvert, periode très compliqué pour moi... j ai découvert cette chanson et l artiste en personne... écouter ta musique etait mon refuge ou je me cachait devant le monde qui m entourait... merci pour ta musique , merci pour le partage, merci pour si belle expression de ce que plein des gens ne savent pas mettre des mots . Et merci pour ton concert en Belgique hier , félicitation a tout les musiciens extraordinaires et belle continuation 🙏 🇵🇱
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SIR ??? OH MY GOD??? this is literally one of the best things that ive ever listened to you're a literal genius this song is a masterpiece in every aspect. your voice, the emotions put in it, the lyrics, EVERYTHING LITERALLY EVERYTHING IS PURE PERFECTION i can't express how much i love this thank you for making this piece of art it actually gave me strength for a lot of things. you're incredibly talented i wish you enormous success and happiness
This song is Art! And everything is so in place. Honest and deep lyrics, good build up and dinamics of the music, interesting temper and back vocals and atmospheric visuals. It deserves all the attention that can get. I'm impressed.
Listened to this when it only had 30k views....now 3 years later its 130million!!!!!!! Way to go Jonathan!!!!!! This is my most uplifting song in my arcenal!!!!!!❤❤❤❤
Best performance & all-together song I've heard for a while. It's so amazing when something new to you comes along and just slaps you across the ears, forcing you to listen. One hell of a song from the lyrics to the performance & your support in the back ground.
When I hear this song I feel like i'm the strongest person on earth 💪💪💪 wooow thank you for making this song on a moment in my life that i need this the most, i'm so blown away 😮 this is amazing 🙏🙏🙏
Subscribe to my channel to be the first to hear new music from my upcoming album, Symphony Of Doubts jonathanroyofficial.com/youtube 🙏
See Ya in PARIS!!! Finally
@@daniusmp3 😊😊😊
Waiting for you in South Africa!
Cape Town please
Please come to Florida
It's difficult to put into words how much this song means to me. It has guided me through so many difficult times and made me a better person. You want to scream, you want to run, you want to cuddle, you want to be alone, you don't want to be alone.
Thank you for this very special song!
thank you for your beautiful comments Marius.
JR
@@jonathanroyofficial An easy search: BIBLE + FREEMASONRY, through which lies and truth becomes easy listed.
So far i have listed 28 lies and 28 truth.
Have you started to dig? What have you found?
I had to screenshot your comment and literally SAME this is amazing
100
I found this Song today❤
The emotion in this performance is absolutely absorbing and it gives me chills and goosebumps. This artist is so underrated. His voice is intoxicating. So is hers in the back. Beautiful combo!
thank you Ryan, that is very nice of you to say,
JR
Amen to that!
Jo and Kim together it's just FIRE
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Kim Richardson, she has an amazing voice!!
Everyone's in love with his voice but...
DAMN! I gotta say that lady has A HELL OF A VOICE! :O They sound so perfect one next to another!
Kim Richardson. Her name is in the list of musicians
Ms. Kim made me pause and go mmph!!
She's been aroung for quite a while too, she did Women in chains with Tears for Fears a few years back! Truly talented! (this is not taking anything away from Jonathan's talent!)
Agreed !!! Her voice is sick !!!
Adrian Biedrzycki I agree that lady has some soulful pipes too!
Dear Mr. Roy I am still listening here 3 years later and I wanted to say thank you for sharing your music.... I am stronger and braver and happier than I've ever been
As someone who's recently left a trauma-bond/abusive relationship, there hasn't been awfully much that gets me by... except this song. Thank you for creating something that means so much to so many different people.
Going thru this myself but I left him and he found me and abused me again and again I'd report it, I tried to move on, and because I made so many reports cps took my kids away. Smdh. They should've gotten me and my kids away from him or punished him not my kids and i
❤
I missed this comment. I hope you're well and I hope you see this. e@@DAL-8-ful-Records
I want to take a moment and thank everyone for all the love and for sharing your life stories with me. I wrote "Keeping Me Alive" at a moment in my life where I was lost and confused. This song helped me through my struggles and I'm glad to see its doing the same for many. 🙏🏻 CRAZY to think we nailed 10 Millions views, I am blown away!
Would love to know where everyone is from, if you leave a comment put the flag of you country at the end of your message. I hope to come out to your country and city when this pandemic is over. Wishing everyone good health and love!
Peace, J
T'es une inspiration dans ton parcours 😁
I just heard this for the first time and honestly it's amazing ,I can write songs and stuff but I can't sing which sucks but this is my new favorite song rn
Congrats, becouse its an amaizing song, and you are an amaizing singuer, your voice is unique 🥰
Amazing singer, very special voice, Amazing song, deep words, strong meaning, this song makes you go on, always and only forward...😊🇭🇷🤗
Your voice is powerful. I know your feelings when you wrote this song. I dance on it every day, because I feel alive with your song.
It was Covid isolation in Saint-Petersburg. Me and my future wife in a small flat. We don’t have enough money. So close to hate each other. So close to depression. And I found this Treasure.
4 years later. January. My sweet wife gives me a present - vocal lessons! She knew, that I really wanted it. Cause Covid and no money stopped my lessons.
Nowadays. Open lesson with all students of my Vocal master. I sing this song. The power of words and memories beat me in my heart. But now I’m stronger than 4 years later. I finished this song. My hands shaked.
Me and my wife love each other and understand very very deep. All fears and problems now at the past and I love her so much.
Thank you for your music and for this emotions. Forever in my heart!!!
Питерская. Уже не там :( Привет, земляки!
I don't know you, but I am proud of you both. Her for realizing and you for never giving up. 🎉❤
Felicitări 🎉
Hey. Danke für diese berührenden Zeilen. Danke für diese Einblicke... . Wir haben nun Juli 2024. Ich hoffe es geht Ihnen allen immer noch so gut. LG Ulrike
@@Ulrike_Laacher_See еревод текста с помощью камеры
Hallo. Ich schreibe mit Google Übersetzer. Danke Ihnen! Ja, uns geht es großartig. Wir lieben und unterstützen uns gegenseitig. Vielleicht kann ich Menschen mit meinen Liedern inspirieren, genau wie Roy! Entschuldigung für mein Deutsch. Danke!
I’ve played along to this song ( saxophone) countless times. Everytime I hear and feel something slightly different. Doesn’t surprise me seeing the number of views. It’s just a brilliant shapeshifter of a song
You try to hold me down
So I became a soldier
Built up all these walls
And now I'm climbing over
Those nasty beasts
Are tempting me
Oh Lord but I ain't going back
You take me for a fool,that doesn't
Make me foolish
Told me I was wrong
Passion made you ruthless
Manipulate
Its just too late
Oh Lord,but I ain't going back no more
Your fueling of the flames
Gonna show you what I'm made of
Breakin' every chain
That you put on me
You thought I wouldn't change but I grew on you
'Cause I will never be what you wanted this fire,this fire is keepin' me alive
Makin' me believe I couldn't do without you
Make it hard to leave,You think it's all about you
You know I'll never be what you wanted
This fire,this fire
I tried to get this weight
Off of my shoulders
Built up all my strength
I'm finally takin' over
Complicate
I don't appreciate
Oh Lord,but I ain't going back no more
Your fueling of the flames
gonna show you what I'm made of
Breakin' every chain
That you put on me
You thought I wouldn't change but I grew on you
'Cause I will never be what you wanted this fire,this fire is keepin' me alive
Makin' me believe I couldn't do without you
Make it hard to leave,You think it's all about you
You know I'll never be what you wanted
This fire,this fire
Is keeping me alive (×3)
This fire,this fire
They breakin' me
Shakin' me
Shapin' me
Into what I never wanted
And breakin' me shakin' me makin' my beatin' heart a little stronger
Breakin' every chain that you put on me..
@Melissa Ponzopena Yup I guess your corrections are right and also it's "Your Fueling of the flames"
@Melissa Ponzopena thank youu
Vasilena M. Thanks you!
THANK YOU
Vasilena M. thank U
I've never heard any of this singer's song. I'm so glad this was the first one. The guy is just amazing. The video clip is casual, mysterious and interesting. The melody makes me spring my feet to the beat. Thanks for that. I really like this song.
Chills. Every. Single. Time. Your vocals and soul, undeniable. And Kim's voice... mama can BLOW! Choir, your musicians, the direction and camera work. This is class right here. Such a powerful song and performance. 🇺🇸
It's 3.30am here in France and I'm listening to Jonathan Roy's amazing voice and piano playing to help me soothe the tumult in my head. Thank you JR!
It's 01:09am here in Serbia and im in the same mood. Keep backin' to this masterpiece when I need this the most. ❤
It's 7:20pm here in Quebec and I'm probably going to go to his concert soon
@@sfleur962 💫✨
Let's take a moment here to appreciate that womans *amazing* vocals!
Yeees. I was thinking at this. I had goosebumps.
@@mayitrei I know, right!
Kim Richardson is one Bad Ass vocalist, she has done many live Concerts/Songs with Corey Hart and she nails those high notes every time, Bravo Kim & Jonathan!!
her name should be in the title too, tbh.
She, unconsciously made me smile.. 😊
It's magic when musicians have this much synergy together.. that timing when the music came in at "trying to get this weight off of my shoulders" was perfect... sooo effective and satisfying.
Another amazing offering by Jonathan Roy! The harmonies between these singers are so well matched, they perfectly compliment each other.
Just heard this song for the first time tonight. This speaks to me on so many levels. I’ve gone through heartbreak, betrayal, loss, loneliness, and despair. But I am still here, still breathing, still living, still fighting. I still have a mission, a purpose for my life, and whatever it takes, I will see it through. THIS FIRE IS KEEPING ME ALIVE!!!! Thank you, Jonathan Roy, for this track and God bless you!!!!
Thank you so much for your kind words. This song did a great deal of healing for me as well. I hope you find the happiness that everyone deserves...stay strong, JR
every night when i’m left alone with my insecure thoughts sometimes anxiety attacks, listening to this song helps me calm down a lot.
💜
You'll be alright, it all comes good ,trust me 😉😎
Sending you lots of calm, breathing techniques are great to bring yourself back to yourself. 🙏🏼
❤️
Rishita, I wish you inner peace and joy. Thank you for sharing through the love of music...JR
I have never heard this artist before until tonight and man, his music is totally what I need atm. Hugs from Ireland.
You came here from Hozier huh lol
same here ;-) Hug from Vienna
Hello this is my private account, where i chat with fans, you are one lucky fan to receive a free chatting from me
Came here from Sia myself. 😉
Josip B. Hugs from a proud Irish American in New Jersey enjoying the same music.
This is the song of the last days on earth and I expect this singer to come out singing another one like this only with more messages and content. He's a great singer and the band rocks Kudos to the woman blasting in with him.Oerfectly times and what a voice! I give it a 10. Rock on y'all I'll be waiting to hear your next one.
I saw Jonathan last night at the Capitole in Quebec City, my first concert since COVID started and I picked a great one. The night started off with an opening act from a young man named John. This was his first time singing before a live audience but definitely won’t be his last. He has an amazing voice and he is a great storyteller. Then on to Jonathan and his family (as he calls his group), they sang a variety of his songs for 90 minutes. We the audience were amazed and happy, the walls of the Capitole shook last night with love and appreciation for the show we were given by such a talented group of musicians. They portrayed a tight knit group of people that had lots of love and respect for each other and I can’t forget they had fun up there singing for us. One of my best shows ever. Thank you all.
All of their voices! Johnathans,this ladies and the choir! Absolutely one of those songs that gets stuck in your head often!
If you're watching this in 2021, I love you and you're not alone.
Love you back 💜
Forever not just the year
Here one ....🤍🤍
This is the first time ive heard of Johnathan Roy. Im listening to him right now. What an amazing voice
The struggle is real. But that FIRE is keeping me alive!
Frissons !!! Mon coup de cœur depuis longtemps , félicitation et continuez à nous émerveiller ❤
SPEECHLESS !!!!!!!!. SUCH A RAW VOICE AND SUCH A GREAT GIFT TOO BE SHARED WITH THE WORLD........ I'm so excited too hear more of this amazing human...💞
Holy smokes!! This is one of those songs that gives you chills from head to toe!! Bravo
Ohh yess chills🎶🎵
Indeed
Lyrics:
You try to hold me down so I became a soldier
Built up all theses walls and now I'm climbing over
Those nasty bees are tempting me
Oh Lord! but I ain't going back
You take me for a fool (fool), that doesn't make me foolish
Told me I was wrong (wrong), passion made you ruthless
Manipulate, It's just too late
Oh lord! 'cause I ain't going back no more
Your fueling of the flames gonna show you what I'm made of
Breakin' every chain that you put on me
You thought I wouldn't change but I grew on you
'Cause I will never be what you wanted
This fire (this fire), this fire
Is keeping me alive
Making me believe I couldn't do without you
Make it hard to leave you think It's all about you
You know I'll never be what you wanted
This fire (this fire), this fire
I tried to get this weight off of my shoulders
Built up all my strength I'm finally taking over
Complicate, I don't appreciate
Oh lord! 'cause I ain't going back no more
Your fueling of the flames gonna show you what I'm made of
Breakin' every chain that you put on me
You thought I wouldn't change but I grew on you
'Cause I will never be what you wanted
This fire (this fire), this fire
Is keeping me alive
Making me believe I couldn't do without you
Make it hard to leave you think It's all about you
You know I'll never be what you wanted
This fire (this fire), this fire
Is keeping me alive
Keeping me alive, keeping me alive
This fire (this fire), this fire (Is keeping me alive)
Breakin' me, shakin' me, shapin' me
Into what I never wanted, oh
Breakin' me, shakin' me
Makin' my beatin' heart a little stronger
(Stronger)
(Stronge baby)
Breakin' every chain that you put on me
You thought I wouldn't change but I grew on you
'Cause I will never be what you wanted
This fire (this fire), this fire
Is keeping me alive
Breakin' every chain that you put on me
You thought I wouldn't change but I grew on you
'Cause I would never be what you wanted
This fire (this fire), this fire
Is keeping me alive
Making me believe I couldn't do without you
Make it hard to leave you think It's all about you
You know I'll never be what you wanted
This fire (this fire), this fire
Is keeping me alive
Keeping me alive, keeping me alive
This fire (this fire), this fire
Is keeping me alive.
thankss
It was very nice of you but the lyrics are also available in the description.
Thank you
Your afford is appreciated..
It's my son's song, but I love it..
Music has been a very big part of my life, I went to every one of the concerts , I'm the generation of baby boomers...it what it is..you name a band I've seen it...and some you don't know...i liked the blues,.my husband played guitar, who didn't???
Hehe!!! But at Bijou cafe we saw Muddy Waters,..and that was tops..
A very small place, with student desks, old time, one piece,..serving cheese and crackers,.I have ,must share this..Piano player was something out of magazine, toll thin with a sigaret in his lips and the ash as long as the sig, my husband got up walked up to him took the sig shook of the ash and put it back in his lips,...epic...my tears rolling on my cheeks, remembering..Michael , my first only love, and best friend, my link to the world past in 88,..living behind our 3 boys to be raised by me..grown now with children of their own...did, not bad, never went to jail, and making a good living, law abiding citizens. .
I thank God I experienced true love, and learned how to appreciate music ,universal language..
Is the little things,.. have not been in another relationship..I had the best ...
Wow, what a performance!! Yes the background singer has an unbelievable voice...
Listen yesterday was the first time I ever heard this . I can't get enough . goose bumps everytime . damn its powerful . thanks man for the good vibes that flow .. Incredible. I can't help but send them back ur way man you got feel what I feel .
HE'S GOT EVERYTHING...THE VOICE, POWERFUL LYRICS, GREAT PRESENCE & EASY ON THE EYES...JUST SHOWS NO MATTER HOW SIMPLE A CLIP CAN BE IT CAN BE JUST AS MOVING & POWERFUL AS A MILLION DOLLAR CLIP BECAUSE IT'S ABOUT HAVING TALENT & BEING RAW
Maria, thank you so much for your beautiful comments. I love doing the one take video and audio...they are challenging but raw and real...JR
@@jonathanroyofficial You're most welcome Jonathan & it's true. I hope u do more one-take videos as they are quite remarkable in their own right.
Maybe u could do one in a suit, clean-shaven on a stormy beach for a stark contrast.
Australia would love to have u & welcomes u with outstretched & open arms.
Never forget you're a musical virtuoso & I hope to see u live. I wish u all the very best JR:)
Being the son of a legendary NHL goalie likely came with a tremendous amount pressure for you to follow in your dad's footsteps. But, you managed to follow your own dream and carve your own independent path towards success and contentment as a musician. You obviously found your true calling in life to produce and sing songs that offer us a glimmer of hope, serenity, and beauty in a world that is rife with turmoil, chaos, anxiety, distrust, inequality, and suffering. Bravo to you Jonathan.
Thank you so much Frank, your kind words mean a lot to me. JR
@@jonathanroyofficial Anytime...from a former Colorado resident to another former Colorado resident.
Amen!! Couldn’t have said it better!! From another CO resident (native) and Avs fan since the beginning in ‘95!! Now a Jonathon Roy fan for all the goosebumps you give me that I never quite got from hockey!! 😉 Thank you for your music JR!! 🖤🎶🎵
Omg … the lyrics, the music, the voice … Forgive me, I will be listening, over and over again.
Thank you, for keeping me alive ✨ the healing, exists in the pain ✨
I love the pureness of the acoustic recordings. Goes directly to the heart.
This song is literally keeping me alive. Life can be brutal but when a song hits like this and picks you up in dark times makes it that much more amazing
@Todd McGuire I hear you.
My thoughts exactly!
I can relate 🥲
It lets you know you’re the actual fire that’s keeping you and others alive....
👐
I almost never comment on youtube. But this is a moment for exceptions.
This is a masterpiece on all levels!
I am a survivor of many abusive relationships and this song acurately and poetically expresses the hell I have been through. But somehow, heaven as well. With the amazing choir, the powerful back up vocals, the dancing man rising in the end.
The lyrics, melody, voice and video are in perfect harmony and they convey the power in all of us, to overcome and transcend our battles and maybe turn them into masterpieces like this one.
Amazing, Jonathan! Amazing! From the passion that put into the singing, I can feel you’ve been there and came out. Well done for everything! Thank you! ❤
Unbelievable that this is the very first Jonathan Roy song I've ever heard, and you put into perfect words everything it made me feel. Well said Arina
sar`mana
I’ve never commented on UA-cam until this song It’s helped me through a lot after an abusive relationship
Chi sarà Io ho giudicare tu?o
Però non sono d'accordo con te
Świetnie napisałeś, czuję i myślę to samo o tym video.
This explains his passion and dedication towards music hands down to the whole crew from the playback to the editor , every time I listen to this piece gives that extra boost that I need in life to keep climbing the mountain that soars highher than the sky and life itself love you Jonathan . Love all the way from the little kingdom of Sikkim
Amazing 💫✨️❤️ exactly what I needed right now ✨️ you are phenomenal
My first time hearing this artist. This hits deep in my soul, I have chills listening to this. Absolutely blown away.
Beautiful!
Literally crying . And the people behind ... without words ! Fantastic
My wife left me for another man and had been cheating the last 2 months I found out. Been married 20 years and im barely hanging on til I heard this song and now i feel like I'll be ok! You have no idea how much this just saved my life! Thank you!
Hang in there brother... we're all here to support U
@@georgebignoumba36 Thank you! I needed to hear that today! Thank you!
My fiance came home one day expecting a baby. 3 years later it still hurts, a little PTSD, but we get better ❤
Listen to me madafacka, never alloud a feeling for a woman destroy your life, your present, your goals, keep walking a day a time, walk a step first, another after madafacka. Am with as a man, as a person, as a friend, as a brother, as a father. Keep walking with head up front an Believe THIS should be pass.
You win the reality My Brother This is life and now you are in real life you are lucky ❤
I had this song on repeat a couple of years ago, then forgot for a minute, so I spent the whole day trying to remember the name. Thanks God I did find it.
Letting emotions come out through voice like this... just a few blessed souls can do that! Loved it.
that means a lot to me Demux...JR
This song...I’ve cried to this song, danced to this song, sang it with joy, and sang it with rage. It was on repeat through every dark night and every gray day as I fight to heal CPTSD and face my abusive past. It’s not just a good song, I feel it in my soul and it’s pulled me out of bed too many times to count.
Thank you so much for the nice words Lora. Hoping that you gain the strength necessary for you to lead the life that you want...sending you lots of love and determination, JR
Such a powerful voice , building up the emotions, beautiful music
What a voice! We can feel the love, the passion through this song with this music ! Just love it. Keep singing and doing this kind of beautiful and deeply songs
thank you Line for your kind words, stay safe
Je viens tout juste de découvrir ta chanson. Je n'avais pas entendu l'autre version, je n'écoute jamais la radio. Cette version est vraiment hallucinante. Tu m'as donné des frissons. Tu m'as emmener dans un endroit au fond de moi, où je m'aventure presque jamais.
Par après, j'ai lu un article où tu expliquais un peu d'où t'étais venu l'inspiration pour tes paroles.
Ne lâche pas la musique! Tu as fais le bon choix en écoutant ton coeur et allant exactement où tu dois aller. Ta voix est magnifique, ta passion est palpable. J'ai vraiment hâte d'entendre la suite!
Un gros merci pour tes gentils commentaires Fabian, je les apprécies grandement. JR
@@jonathanroyofficial j'ai été coupée dans mon commentaire. je voulais juste te dire ( du coup je fais vite) continue à nous faire vibrer avec du bon son dans nos oreilles. c'est du bonheur de decouvrir de la bonne musique comme ça. merci.
Je viens de te découvrir et suis abasourdie !Pure merveille. Keep going 😘
Fabian Lautrete, je partage exactement les mêmes sentiments. Le 18 juillet 2021, je viens de découvrir ce grand artiste ! Mille mercis M. Roy pour les émotions que vous nous donnez. Ouf ! Quel talent !
When, " by accident ",you find a treasure!! 2 voices that makes you feel alive!!! From now on on my playlist!.. Keep on this way!!! 👏👏👏
Amazing song, amazing voices, and the powerfull interpretation...... Goosebumps every time I listen! We want more of this! Keep it up, Jonathan, Kim and the Band! ❤
this song is something unrealistically attractive for me. Every time I hear it, I am filled with such fiery emotions, energy.....amazing
Thank you for your kind words Lidia...JR
Now we are talking....isn't this just a incredible artist that has the most beautiful words and talent in the world of music
It's incredible how this song is always on the radio but it is not famous on UA-cam. Cette chanson est un chef-d'oeuvre et esti que ta voix est incroyable ! Tu mérites clairement plus :)
Bravo!! Everything about this video is perfect. The vocals of both, the lighting, the dancer in the back. Perfection- chefs kiss!
You try to hold me down so I became a soldier
Built up all theses walls and now I'm climbing over
Those nasty bees are tempting me
Oh lord! But I ain't going back
You take me for a fool (fool), that doesn't make me foolish
Told me I was wrong (wrong), passion made you ruthless
Manipulate, it's just too late
Oh lord! 'Cause I ain't going back no more
Your fueling of the flames gonna show you what I'm made of
Breakin' every chain that you put on me
You thought I wouldn't change but I grew on you
'Cause I will never be what you wanted
This fire (this fire), this fire
Is keeping me alive
Making me believe I couldn't do without you
Make it hard to leave you think it's all about you
You know I'll never be what you wanted
This fire (this fire), this fire
I tried to get this weight off of my shoulders
Built up all my strength I'm finally taking over
Complicate, I don't appreciate
Oh lord, 'cause I ain't going back no more
Your fueling of the flames gonna show you what I'm made of
Breakin' every chain that you put on me
You thought I wouldn't change but I grew on you
'Cause I will never be what you wanted
This fire (this fire), this fire
Is keeping me alive
Making me believe I couldn't do without you
Make it hard to leave you think it's all about you
You know I'll never be what you wanted
This fire (this fire), this fire
Is keeping me alive
Keeping me alive, keeping me alive
This fire (this fire), this fire (is keeping me alive)
Breakin' me, shakin' me, shapin' me
Into what I never wanted, oh
Breakin' me, shakin' me
Makin' my beatin' heart a little stronger
(Stronger)
(Strong baby)
Breakin' every chain that you put on me
You thought I wouldn't change but I grew on you
'Cause I will never be what you wanted
This fire, this fire, this fire
Is keeping me alive
Breakin' every chain that you put on me
You thought I wouldn't change but I grew on you
'Cause I would never be what you wanted
This fire (this fire), this fire
Is keeping me alive
Making me believe I couldn't do without you
Make it hard to leave you think it's all about you
You know I'll never be what you wanted
This fire (this fire), this fire
Is keeping me alive
Keeping me alive, keeping me alive
This fire (this fire), this fire
Is keeping me alive
💜💙😓
Lilac Sky God bless ya
I don't know how I missed out on being one of the millions to hear this phenomenal song. You are true talent. Truly an inspiration to anyone wanting to break the expectations and be their own person and so what makes YOU happy and not others. I can't wait to dive into more of your work. Sending all the love and appreciation! ✌🏻❤️😊
ua-cam.com/video/zZeaS9rF21k/v-deo.html would like some feedback on this thanks.
Joy I am never coming back
I love when UA-cam surprises me with amazing songs just like this one. I'm totally in love with their voices
Don’t ever change from Mr. Optimism. Just grow from there. I found your music yesterday and it’s invasive in the best way…
New Shoes 🔥. New f’ing Shoes Bro 😎.
#PraiseToThePerfectZone 🧘🏻♂️
The fact that he is singing barefoot grounded on earth and bringing it through his whole being takes the song to another next level and one can just close eyes and feel him...
I've listened to this song at least 50 times. The range and rasp is spectacular! Please do more music like this. So much passion!!
I need more music like this
more coming marco and thank you...JR
Thank you Cindy, subscribe if you want and I promise you more...JR
Jonathan Roy wow didn’t expect that, thank you :D
This song is phenomenal and gave me the shivers. How have I missed this amazing talent, those vocals are crazy good
Thank you so much Susan...JR
This is so beautiful he beat his daddy's odds he rebelled didn't wanna do what his dad wanted But his rebelling has made him international famous one he'll of a artist so gifted.❤from Ga
This song helped me so much through my spiritual battle it was unbelievable how much power this man's voice has in the spiritual world and as a brother I love you man thank you
That's why I spend so much time on UA-cam ... amazing discovery 🤩🤩🤩
In love with his voice 🎶🤩🎶🤩
NONSTOP GOOSEBUMPS!! HIS VOICE, HIS ENERGIE, THIS LYRICS,THE CHORUS...MORE THEN PERFECTION! ❤
Michelle, thank you for paying me the ultimate compliment :) JR
Thank you for sharing yourself with the world. You're a powerhouse and this song is my new favorite. May it take you to the top! Big kisses from Las Vegas, Nevada, USA
This song is helping me to move on from the toxic relationship I’ve been in for the past 8 years. Your voice and message can save lives. Thank you.
thank you Nikol, i truly hope you are now in a better place. I also appreciate that I can be a part of the soundtrack of your life...JR
@@jonathanroyofficial I love that, soundtrack to our life. There are absolutely songs that fit my life at certain times for certain reasons. This song fits so many different life experiences though. I'm so glad I found this song, it's keeping me alive ❤🔥
I have been in recovery for 6 months now. Thank you for this song. I have been showing anyone and everyone. Whom I feel needs to hear this. YOU CAN CONQUER THEM DEMONS. SOBRIETY IS POSSIBLE!!!!! FIGHT FOR YOU NO MATTER THE COSTS. YOU DESERVE HAPPINESS AND ALL THE GOOD THINGS IN LIFE!!!! I’m praying for each and everyone who is in the darkness You can fight thru the darkness and into the LIGHT!!!!! BELIEF IS THE STRONGEST THING WE HAVE TRULY BELIEVE AND U WILL GET TO WHERE YOU WANT TO BE. I too was once lost. I was a heavvvvvy fentanyl user as well as meth user. If I CAN DO IT ANYONE OF YOU CAN TOO!!!!!! ❤
THANK YOU FOR THIS SONG I WILL FOREVER LISTEN TO IT.
Thanks so much
You are amazing! God bless you as you continue to fight for the life you deserve. Thank you for sharing, Bbgirl!!
The comment section says it all. I love scrolling through the comment section of songs that ignite my spirit; so I can see proof that there are others that are actually alive within and have the presence of movement when they hear music that resonates. I’m in great company, because this song sparks a fire in my soul and it’s evident I’m not alone. 🔥 😭❤️
Nikdy nie si sám 😉💞
And when you least expect it, a voice comes along that completely overwhelms you, hugs you, and leaves you speechless. I don't know if I should be grateful or worried.
45 years old and I finally found my "go to" song. Brilliant every day and twice on Sundays!
I never expected the impact that this song would have on me. I am eternally grateful for this piece of art. Let me tell you what has happened the last 4 times I played this song. I've only played it 4 times because I realized how intense my reaction to it would be immediately after the first time I watched this video.
When I watch this performance I experience something I never have before with anything in my life. It's hard to describe but it triggers a deep emotional response. At different parts of the song it is like I re-experience recent moments in my life as if I am experiencing those moments as they happened for the very first time and, at the same time, reflecting on it in the present moment with feelings of deep sadness, empathy and understsnding for my past-self. My hands start trembling, I experience physical sensations that I can only describe as intense, I cry uncontrollably in direct response to specific parts of the song. I am in shock that a piece of art could trigger a consistent, significant and intense emotional response from me. I am baffled every time by what is happening. How could I feel so understood and resonate with something so much.
I have had a difficult life. The first 20 or so years seemed pretty damn good on the outside but behind the scenes there was a lot of trouble brewing in my head that would eventually reveal itself when diagnosed as bipolar mood disorder and addiction.
A few months ago, at 28 years old, I found myself in a familiar and scary space and condition. I had relapsed again, I was in complete despair and in a lot of pain. I was self medicating with the kind of stuff that temporarily distracts me from and "takes away the pain" but also is a significant cause of my pain. I was completely alone and couldn't think of a single person who I could call to talk to and hopefully help me. Someone who could help me not take my life.
I felt abandoned, I felt misunderstood. I felt unloved and unworthy. This wasn't the first I had been in this situation. Over the last 4 years I experienced periods of sobriety and stability often ruined by periods of active addiction, depression and mania. I had attempted suicide twice before but someone or something had other plans each time.
This time I didn't attempt anything because there was a simple thought or concept that kept me alive because I felt I could could not go against this principle.
"To feel so much pain where a big part of it is due to the actions of my loved ones and those who were once close to me. This is the kind of pain that I would never wish on anyone else, especially those I care about. I will not do something that could cause someone to feel anything close to or worse than what I feel right now."
This principle motivated me to not go through with it for 2 or 3 months. 2 or 3 months of being either high or withdrawing. Either asleep and depressed or manic and sleep deprived. Trying to hold on each day in the hope that the next day might be better. Not giving in, not giving up.
I could not do it because if I did, my family and my friends or those who used to be around would know that there might have been something they could have done or said that would have helped me. Because there was. No one would have me. Their boundaries, although intended to protect them, meant that I had no one to talk to and no one to ask for help. Or more specifically that that was truly what I believed and felt when suicidal.
I knew that my death would cause too much pain considering the state of my relationships with my family at that point in my life. There wasn't much of a relationship really. It had gotten to the point of them no longer getting involved and convincing me to go to another treatment center, soeak to my sponsor or talk to my therapist or psychiatrist. They didn't see a point anymore because it hasn't worked before. They couldn't watch me fade away into the junkie that's ruined their lives for years. Their unstable brother and son who just can't sort his shit out. They also accepted that there's nothing they could do to help me. I agree with them and understand why they felt that they had to cut me from my life unless I am on a path to the ever mystical world of recovery. They didn't consider that there is another option. I am not promoting enabling anyone and discouraging healthy boundaries. We can still be there for someone and make sure they that they know they are not alone. Let them know they are loved and its not entirely their fault. Let them know that you know they've tried and to keep trying is enough. Give them something to hang onto in those moments of apathy and despair. Do so without conditions or motives or plans to fix them.
This advice or whatever I am giving is in the context of years of unsuccessful medical interventions: therapists, psychiatrists, rehabs, psychiatric units and 12 step fellowships. In some cases, those things stop helping and may even start to make the problem worse. In some cases. In my case, I believe. I encourage taking your loved ones to psychologists and psychiatrists or whatever treatment they need. It can and does work. But not always. When it hasn't then don't make the isolation worse by stepping back. Step in. Not to lead them in any direction but to walk next to them on their journey as you experience your own journey. Don't judge their journey. Just be there so that they have someone to call when they feel hopeless. It hurts when someone gives up and it's easier to give up when you feel you're completely alone.
I felt motivated to make changes for myself and be there for myself because I had to stick to this principal. Things have gotten better and are sometimes not great but less often and less bad.
That principal is the fire that's keeping me alive. This song describes that in a way that baffles and impacts me in an intense way. This song is itself becoming another part of the fire that keeps me alive. I feel like I have the ability to be happy again. I haven't felt that way in years. I gave up and thought my fate was destined to be sad.
Thanks brother and fellow soldier in a war where too many innocent and good people lose their lives when they didn't have to.
Sometimes someone with addiction or mental illness just needs to be supported by being heard and not being judged, thrown into a treatment center, given an ultimatum or enslaved by your rules and conditions or else there's no place for them in your life. Just be there for them or else they will feel they have little to hold onto.
True and powerful words brother. Hang in there. I believe in you and I'm here for you
🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗for u
Disclaimer: This is totally outside my comfort zone…discussing religion let alone discussing my own personal walk with God but I feel your testimony is COMPELLING me to do so.
Curious, have you ever the feeling that you’re just missing something that’s pulling you in a direction you neither understand nor do you understand WHY you’re being pulled?
It’s God. Trust me when I say I’ve been in dark places as well and there is nothing more…relieving…for a lack of better words, than God’s Grace.
It’s not like everyone thinks it is. It’s not like I woke up one day and decided to become this Bible thumping prude that looks down on everyone. It’s more like I woke up one day and He’s there with His hand on my shoulder saying “I got you…you’re going to continue to fail and make mistakes but that’s OK because I got you.”.
Take this for what it’s worth man…I’m no saint even now, but I KNOW I’m good and I’m NEVER lonely.
This is how HE works. Your post, despite the sadness in, was a tool working thru him to move ME to post this. I don’t even know how to articulate my point.
All I gotta say is He is with you with his hand on your shoulder even if you don’t feel it. He’s just waiting for you to reach up and take His hand.
❤
True courage is that you keep trying.
My god man! what passion, what soul and heart. Lost in your sound sippin applepie moonshine in Kentucky on a late night. simply amazing.
Jonathan Roy’s "Keeping Me Alive" (Live Acoustic Performance) is nothing short of breathtaking. His raw, soulful voice coupled with the stripped-down acoustic arrangement creates an intimate atmosphere that deeply resonates with the listener. The emotion in his delivery is palpable, as he sings with a blend of vulnerability and strength that perfectly captures the song’s themes of perseverance and hope. The authenticity of this performance highlights Jonathan’s remarkable ability to connect with his audience on a profound level. A very moving and inspiring performance.
You have to be a writer of some sort. That was like an excerpt of a music magazine review. Nicely written!
@@Rhaevyn-Hart Regards, sweetheart Naturally, I write poetry and songs. I also blog and engage in various other activities related to these artistic endeavors.
It goes without saying that writing like a music critic is necessary to create such beautiful music.💓💓
@@LoversSymphony It's funny, I didn't even look at your channel name when I made that comment. I just responded to your writing. Didn't realize you had a new baby UA-cam channel. I just added to your growth. Subbed! Nice music ♥
@@Rhaevyn-Hart Thank you so much for your kindness. I feel humbled and truly appreciate it. I'm far from being an expert to judge such a beautiful piece of music, but I believe that great music and captivating stories deserve recognition. Writing a positive comment can give a songwriter or composer the motivation to create even more. That's why I strive to be honest in my feedback and highlight the brilliance of exceptional songs. Instead of holding back, I aim to write comments that truly reflect the impact of the music.❤
Seriously, the first time I listened to this song I was just completely wowed and I heard it 50 times over and over again. And I keep listening to it. It's so amazing, JR, you're brilliant, that attitude, that passion, that amazing voice, every time you finish the song I'm always like closing a fist, pumping my bicep and growl a "f**k yeah man" because it's so spiritual and so God damn deep from the soul, I love it. So inspiring. Thank you Jonathan for making the common mortals life a bit better no doubt with your amazing art!
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Same here, listening everyday since months 💛💛💛
Couldn’t have said it better
e are alike my dear friend, trust that this song evokes the same feelings in me still...thank you all for supporting. We are all on the same journey...lots of love from Canada...JR
Thank you brittney, JR
"Oh My!"
What a rich and beautiful gem this little find is. Making note to share with everyone that matters.
Just amazing!♥️
(Ms.L)
Thank you so much Ms L. for sharing, as a musician nowadays that is the best way to spread the word...lots of love back from Canada, JR
"the human voice is the organ of the soul" ... there's so much passion in his voice!
Thank you so much Dima...JR
Merci Jo ! Pour cette magnifique chanson . Wow je l’écoute souvent et ce me tient debout tout le temps.
This was amazing, this is the real singing. When a listener receives this type of music, he relays his imagination to another world.🙏🏻♥️
Thank you David, that means a lot...JR
@@jonathanroyofficial Keep me alive to hear your drums and see where my imagination will fly me
Uau ... Tô chocada com essa voz e que backing vocal maravilhosa é essa gente ... Tô arrepiada com a música.
Parabéns, sucesso
ua-cam.com/video/zZeaS9rF21k/v-deo.html would like some feedback on this thanks
-'. Simmmm uma obra prima ♥️
Yeah, goosebumps every second
I have listen to this song for over a year and really never heard it until my husband left me recently. Holy cow. This is my theme song. Thank you Jonathan Roy. This gives me strength.
i recently ended a relationship of 18 years. a suffacating, abusive relationship that almost broke me. i fought back , released myself from it and came up stronger and myself again. this song , these words, feels like its written about me. i love how talented people can make music that hits you in the face and reaches into your soul.... thank you for this wonderful song, it will be precious for me al my life long.. greetings from belgium
Thank you so much Nicky, I am glad that you took yourself out of that situation and that the song brings you solace. Stay strong...JR
@@jonathanroyofficial Oh young man not only are you fantastic in so many ways but kind also? Keep caring!
Found this song by accident, and it has inspired me so much, just when I needed it the most. Thank you for creating this piece of pure art. I will keep creating as well!
Love from Spain.
creating is important, so if this gave you a spark like it did for me, bravo :)...appreciate the love, JR
Genuinely one of the most moving pieces of music I've heard, probably ever. Everything just feels in perfect sync. 👏👌
Right?
@@paulenew8220 Absolutely
My ears are in heaven 🪽
Your song is a lifeline to strength and identity. The depth of your artistry touches the soul, serving as a reminder of the beauty within. Thank you for creating something profoundly meaningful and universally resonant.
Much love from Armenia 🤍
Wow, beautiful
I love you..my favourite youtube channel..
@@Asmaa_311 A. R. 🖤
@@Asmaa_311 something else?
@@23adarus ??
omg did i for real call this so early
For everyone that overcame or is going through serious toxic, desperate and abusive conditions, at any time or point in your life, you're incredibly strong, don't give up, it's worth it, YOU, are worth it, don't let anything or anyone to extinguish your fire, even if you have no one, you have YOU, all my strengh and hope goes out for ya, stay safe, stay strong, stay smart, defend your hope with everything you've got.
And you as well my friend! May God bless you!🙏💙
I think EVERYONE needs to hear this. It's prophylactic. Thanks for sharing the positivity
Its all what someone of us need to hear sometimes.
Спасибо большое
Beautifully said 💜
Jonathan, I confess that a few months ago I didn't know you! "I tripped" on this song on UA-cam and I fell in love with the photograph of the video, so I decided to listen to the music too... one, two, three times ... I couldn't stop!
So much power, so much strength, so much passion, so much soul in single a voice as didn’t listen a long time ago !!!
What a performance!!!!
It's been in my favorites since that day!
It's your best performance I've seen so far! You’re in the best of your voice on this one! Thank you for this!
Coucou chère fane comment allez vous? J’espère bien, en effet j’ai pris un petit peu de temps pour venir sur UA-cam et venir remercier mes fans pour tout le soutien qu’ils apportent dans ma carrière musicale vraiment merci beaucoup pour tout ce que vous faite pour moi, si cela ne vous dérange pas voilà mon adresse hangouts; clementcompteofficiel@gmail.com et aussi mon numéro whatsapp fan : +33 06 44 67 92 56
Ajoutez-moi pour qu’on puisse mieux échanger.Bisous
Same here. Stumbled accross this video and it has been on repeat since. Rare!!!
Not many songs are emotion-packed as this one is nowadays
Thank you for this piece, absolutely amazing
Much appreciated,
JR
@@jonathanroyofficial You had the time to reply to my comment 😭🙌
I must add that I love that this song can fit into any situation depending on the person ❤🙌
So much emotion
Johnathan Roy, this song hits my heart in so many ways! Because I'm constantly breaking chains put on me by the devil! That fire that burns inside of me, that's the holy ghost! This song fuels my love for my wife! Keep on singing bro, these lyrics are fire!
Keep coming back to this, i never get enough of this song...there is something very powerful about it, something that makes me jump into my fears and fight with every one of them 🙂
It’s real 😊
Listen over and over again. Wow these vocals and the lyrics. You should be at the top of every chart!!
Definitely helps me to fuel the fire
Fueling people's fire is always key :) Thank you Lynn...JR
Who listens song in 2024 ? Are we here?❤
With company of 12star metaxa what an peaceful evening 👍 God bless u all
Yes, I'm ❤
I am!!
Oh yeah..march☝️2024.✌️
I'm here ❤
Have just found out about Jonathan Roy and i must say that i can't get enough of his voice. It's addictive!
I have found this song not long after a break up, in the beginning of quarantine (in Slovakia). Being alone in a flat, surrounded with those "precious" thoughts that make you feel like piece of s...this song had been encouraging the last pieces of energy I had to stay with me, and somehow it helped me find peace with myself... Thanks for helping me with reversing the power of pain. Sending lots of love.
Thank you so much for your comments Anna, hoping that you stay strong and safe...JR
I feel like my heart just went in flames from how emotional is your singing and meaning of the song!!! Such a talent keep those emotions for us🙏🙏🙏
Thank you so much Y M...stay strong, JR
Je viens de découvrir l histoire de cette chanson et ... je suis scotché par le moment de sa création ressemble au moment où moi je l ai découvert, periode très compliqué pour moi... j ai découvert cette chanson et l artiste en personne... écouter ta musique etait mon refuge ou je me cachait devant le monde qui m entourait... merci pour ta musique , merci pour le partage, merci pour si belle expression de ce que plein des gens ne savent pas mettre des mots . Et merci pour ton concert en Belgique hier , félicitation a tout les musiciens extraordinaires et belle continuation 🙏 🇵🇱
Everything is perfect in this song. The words, the voice, the music I don't have words to explain I just love this song.
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SIR ??? OH MY GOD??? this is literally one of the best things that ive ever listened to you're a literal genius this song is a masterpiece in every aspect. your voice, the emotions put in it, the lyrics, EVERYTHING LITERALLY EVERYTHING IS PURE PERFECTION i can't express how much i love this thank you for making this piece of art it actually gave me strength for a lot of things. you're incredibly talented i wish you enormous success and happiness
Hatsuki !!!!! what incredible comments, greatly appreciated. More coming next week, hope you enjoy...JR
This song is Art! And everything is so in place. Honest and deep lyrics, good build up and dinamics of the music, interesting temper and back vocals and atmospheric visuals. It deserves all the attention that can get. I'm impressed.
Thank you so much for the great comments...JR
Listened to this when it only had 30k views....now 3 years later its 130million!!!!!!! Way to go Jonathan!!!!!! This is my most uplifting song in my arcenal!!!!!!❤❤❤❤
Best performance & all-together song I've heard for a while. It's so amazing when something new to you comes along and just slaps you across the ears, forcing you to listen. One hell of a song from the lyrics to the performance & your support in the back ground.
When I hear this song I feel like i'm the strongest person on earth 💪💪💪 wooow thank you for making this song on a moment in my life that i need this the most, i'm so blown away 😮 this is amazing 🙏🙏🙏