I needed to go to jail it got me straight and back on the right track. I didn't even want leave they had to get corporal and Sargent to get me to pack and talked me into packing I had co's sneak me a pizza I was night worker I had it made .
Hits hard , I did 6 months out of a year n heard my daughter that was 3 years old say I love you n merry Christmas daddy for the 1st time on the phone being locked up , I'll never forget that , that was 2006 , and I ain't been back
The loneliest time for me being locked up was 5 minutes after lights out looking up at the ceiling knowing my kids were in the world without their dad and when I got out I swore I would never do that to THEM again and I haven’t.
I spent 14 years locked up. I watched my kids grow up from behind bars. My parents brought them to see me once a month. I wrote letters home as well. Hearing this video it really brought back a lot of things. I got out in 2010 and went to college got 2 degrees while working. I am currently a lead in a lumber moulding plant, met a wonderful woman who I married, got to see my son get married and I am getting to watch my grandson grow up, my daughter and I had a falling out but life isn’t always perfect. I enjoy and relate to a lot of your music. Keep strong and positive. Respect ✊
3:25 choked me with tears ... oh my god! This is such a heart warming message to your baby... I write my kiddos a letter every year, put it in their box and wait till they're over the age and living on their own to read, all the struggles and the different times we had growing up and being a single mom... No matter how difficult it has been, doesn't take away the experience we had together.
Being a good person is probably the most important thing in life. I wish more people would agree to disagree and not take someone else’s opinion as a personal threat. It’s OK to disagree with someone, just don’t let THEIR opinions affect YOUR mood and actions. I do wish our fellow Americans would come together, stop fighting and let’s all move forward,, together.
Thru your music now your jail house letters to your son, inspiring is the correct word to use. We can hear the sincerity. Old school in music and proud in voice thanks
Couldn’t agree more. I’m a huge fan of adam but he said if trump lost the election he would be gone from the internet and nobody would hear from him again. Although I don’t blame him because now he is killing and making more money then I can imagine
You upchhurch and jelly roll tunes inspire me to keep fighting each day I live in Australia and currently waiting to find out if I have cancer some days life feels impossible to keep going but y'alls music picks me back up and makes me want to keep fighting this obstacle called life love y'all and keep making the world a better place with your music 💥💯💥🍺🤘
That's awesome I just asked for help for me for addiction after 21 years. For the first time this week. I love the video oh and you jelly upchurch music keeps me rockin and going
Thank you i got out of prison 8 years ago and i made the choice mysel;f that i wanted a better life 5 years after getting out i bought my own house.... i have everything i need and am still working for more.... you, ryan upchurch, tom mcdonald, struggle are all people that inspire me through music to keep pushing even when its hard .......Thanks
Real talk bro !! Your son is proud !!! You built a soldier as did he to you, two thorough breads . America friends , anything is possible just put in the work. Be blessed 🇺🇸
Ya know, I don’t always feel like I understand you at times as a fan of your music, BUT! As an ex parole officer I 100% get the emotions and struggles you encountered from that life occurrence. And I respect you one thousand percent in that capacity. Society doesn’t understand how much prison can challenge and change someone. Just from the stress and dysfunction that becomes “normal”:when you’re in there. The work you did upon release is nothing short of amazing. I respect you for the effort you focused within your life to make things positive for both yourself and your son. Starting over after prison is hard. People don’t understand how daunting the challenge can be. So even on the days I don’t understand something lyrically, or i question a behavior I witness....I am still 100% a fan who respects the heck out of you.
I was taken from my father to live in Florida w my mother. my father had sent me an article w a letter about my softball team I use to play for winning the championship. I was 12 yo when he sent that to me and I'm now 33 and still have it. go back and look at it and just realize how much my father tried being a single father w 3 daughters. thank you adam for being real and genuine w everything
A autobiography from you, written by you would be awesome your story is so inspiring for me I have had a similar way of life in a whole different country (Australia 🇦🇺) so many of your songs are so close to things I’ve lived or done, the one that hits hard it Leonard Calhoun it describes my grandfathers and my relationship 99%. Thankyou for making your music and showing all of us it’s badass to be good ✌🏼
The realest most genuine guy. Met him at discount tire 3 years ago.. Hope u and your son many more great memories I never did. Hopefully much more music coming from you
I've watched all of your videos regarding your depression battles with your mental health. I wish more than anything I could have a conversation with you. My son is battling a lot of demons and is headed for a very bad life... You truly are an inspiration. 💖
That was amazing brother your an inspiration to me 1000% I was a drug addict and not a good father when my daughter was born but now almost 4 years later I'm clean and sober and have totally changed my life I'm proud of what I have done to get to where I'm at. Thank you for sharing this bro keep killing it brotha
You both never gave up on each other and look where your at now. I know finding out he carried that letter with him every day had to pull at your heart strings. It definitely would mine.
That letter was definitely his driving force to do good in this world. To keep the letter this long in his wallet speaks volumes. Can't wait to hear more.
Been knocked down, counted out most of my life. A couple times due to my own faults. Still to this day I'm still climbing, and still being counted out and told I can't do it. But I Love hearing that shit cause it does nothing but fuel me. Nobody can hold me down. Much love and RESPECT to you.
Huge respect! As my youngest son enters into the corrections system, I am greatly saddened. I did all the right things wrong and he chose to listen to his buddies who only used him. I have 3 years to wait for my son to come home and I'm afraid of what he's going to be. Knowing that he thrives on the attention of the wrong people, I am literally scared. I pray he figures it out as I have tried to teach him things since he's been locked up. Thank you for all of your encouraging words and I still hope my kid will follow and listen to you.
@UCjBwWpQ8N7V48MqnBIS6jqQ thank you Sir. Funny you say this ain’t for me, 1 year in he said with tears in his eyes, Momma this ain’t for me, I am not meant to be here but I’m thankful, cause it has saved my life.
Sending you so many prayers and hope that maybe he sees the light instead of the darkness while in there and be a best son and person possible in the end.
Just be straight up with him. It sucks your son is locked up. Hopefully he will avoid the rif raf. I'm still trying to find my son. He wasn't even a year old when I got locked up. I ended up doing 23 straight. My Dad cried when he came to pick me up. I did too. I've been out since 2013. I've been busting my ass for everything. I'm going to find my son, no matter how long it takes. I guess I'm saying to just keep the faith and be the best Dad you can be. Good luck to you, and God Bless you and your Son!!
Gave me me chills and I got all choked up. Proud for you and yours. That's a father's love. I'm in a bad place right now. This was inspiring. Thanks Cal!
AMEN Cal! My 2 brothers and myself have been locked up. Our mother died while I was only one in the free world. Now all 3 of us are Clean & Free #Yournotalone #RecoveryRocks it's possible!!! And your music helps me so much Adam!!!
You tried and the fact that he kept that letter is a God send. That was amazing and Thank You for sharing. You have an Amazing son who loves you and this is the second breath that got to where you are now. That is Special.
As a LEO, Adam great job. For the past 28 years, I have seen people go in/ out of prison. I have seen numerous promises broken and forgotten. I have been a fan of yours for years. Yes, to change all it takes is hard work and the desire too! Please keep that letter safe. It was a promise to your son. Take care and have you American today? 🇺🇸
This hit home with me dude. I'm in a hard place right now and don't see my son alot th last few months. He's with his mom and it absolutely tears me up inside. We're best friends tho and I hope one day soon we can be together everyday. Thanks for sharing this man it gives me hope. I got tears running down my damn face as I write this. Much love brother
Calhoun and Coffeys struggle, but prevail. You are badass, and the ONLY music with grown up words my boy listens to is yours, with a firm understanding of how and why to use these words. God bless!🇺🇸
Adam that is the reason I pay attention to almost everything you say. I'm I'm diesel mechanic so it's a little hard to watch every single video, but you are a true inspiration to me. You are also what it means to never forget where you came from. You speak the truth no matter the pain. I appreciate you man. Keep up the great work
You got an extra shmedium for me my guy!! I've had the same experience reading service letters to loved ones from back in the day. Dark times always bring light!!
Adam bro you’re one helluva guy for these young men/kids to look up too out here. Thank you for being a real stand up guy in a world full of limp wrists B•••••s. Love and respect Brother!
Thank you Adam your the reason I made myself get in my sons life after 6 yrs I had three other kids and I was in theirs but I'm glad I got in his life so thank you for your story it helped put what matters in perspective
This keeps me moving Upchurch and your music keeps me alive, I got out of prison with nothing but the prison check and clothes and here I am 6 years later, still dont have much direction but because of u and upchurch im here and im alive and im still very much trying to be better than I was, I just wanted to say thank u for all ur music all ur UA-cam videos, its what makes me live. Thanks again Randell Lavender
Your music and story motivates me. I never went to prison, but came close. You are the voice for people like me and many others. Stay real bro. We love you!🤘
Adam.. you just made me shed a tear and at the same time feel some pride! Our story’s are different but I absolutely relate to you. Thank you for always being honest and true and honest: we are a rare breed. Much love from the Midwest.
Amen! Wow, I literally posted a video yesterday that talked about my "bottom of the barrel" moment. So inspiring to know we're not alone. God bless your family, Adam.
Bro, your inspiring as f@#k!! So great to see you coming up and being the man you've always wanted to be!! Reach for the stars and keep grinding...you are an amazing success story and can't tell you how much it means for you to be a man, be human, and show where you struggled. Keep killin it with the music and always remind yourself how far you've come. Peace my brother!!
I re-read one of my letters to my wife. Shit hit deep. Time went fast. Ur a stand up dude thats why i fuckz with u bro. Keep up every thing. Much love bro
This is seriously such an amazing video. This shows that even though people can fuck up and make a mistake, it doesn't make them a bad person. You made a bad decision, you took your punishment but you never stopped being an awesome Dad and clearly your kid realized that which is why he kept this letter on him at all times through the years. Keep being real, we love you man!
You are an inspiration to other struggling fathers. Some days I'm sure you felt like chucking it all, it's fantastic to see that you're no focusing on past hurts but the path to success.
That just warmed my heart so much. I really love a good ole success story. You should be so proud of yourself and your son. I know you are but still needed to say it. Much love and the best wishes 😃Creeksquad❤💋💕
Man this is emotional. Proud of you brother. Love your music, your work ethic, your love for your son. It’s powerful. Shows that second chances work when determined to be better. Keep being you and working hard brother. God bless.
Damn Adam.. that was one of the most heartfelt things I've ever heard. You can tell from that letter how much you love and miss your son. And what a big heart you have. You and your boy are lucky to have each other 😊. Thank you so much for sharing that with us
That is a real heartfelt letter. I always wrote my boys when they were locked up. Anyone one can pick up a phone but it takes a real person to pick up a pen n paper n write heartfelt shot to those going thru hard or short time, keep it real a cal
That really took me back to a time where my dad used to send me letters like that when he was in. I’ve been supporting you and listening To you’re music for a while it has helped me get through some tough times. Much love brother🤘🏻
Don't beat yourself brother. It's for what it is and this video spoke. I'm not pausing to compose, you are. 😂 Much love my brother. You have raise one HELL of a man.
You’re such a huge inspiration to anyone that has been through hard times adam, you’ve been through hell and back and you still manage to keep your head up and a positive outlook on life. That’s what being a man is about. Keep doing you man, you’re a fucking legend. Much love brother ❤️
Adam you are a true American success story coming from what you had hitting rock bottom and shooting to the Stars all the while bringing up a good son who entered the military and served his country honorably thank you for your attention to your responsibilities to raise a good child and thank you for your son service.
You raised your boy right and now he's a Man. He is making his whole Nation Proud for his Military Service! I've been out of prison since 2015. Like you - I've never been back and can say I've made my family so proud! Cheers Cal.
This was great and it kinda reminded me how I grow up because there were times when I was a kid that me and my mom barely had the money to keep the lights on and we went from living in a small two-bedroom one-bathroom house living in a nice triple wide trailer
This brings up something I actually keep in my wallet, my brother was killed in an explosion. I keep the obituary in my wallet to this day. I've been at the bottom as well and climbed my way out. Anyone out there can , anyone. Never take no for an answer.
Much respect Adam. At the end of the day...all we have is our word. You kept you word to your son...so much respect Adam. God bless you and Tamen......and GOD BLESS 'MERICA...🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲
Him keeping that letter in his wallet all these years is absolutely amazing & a beautiful thing, thank you for sharing that with us Adam. 🇺🇸🥰
My mom passed some years ago, but I still have all the letters she wrote me from prison. Thank you for sharing.
@@killerhare5 I'm sorry for your loss, but at least you have memories that you can carry with you🥰🥰.
I still have my picture of a Ying yang from jail and wrote the good and bad on each side and its posted on my wall.
I needed to go to jail it got me straight and back on the right track. I didn't even want leave they had to get corporal and Sargent to get me to pack and talked me into packing I had co's sneak me a pizza I was night worker I had it made .
This is such a heartwarming video. I’m so glad he kept that all these years.
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Proof you can make a mistake and still be a role model for you kids in a positive way.
Hits hard , I did 6 months out of a year n heard my daughter that was 3 years old say I love you n merry Christmas daddy for the 1st time on the phone being locked up , I'll never forget that , that was 2006 , and I ain't been back
I heard my son say I love you for the first time on the jail phone.
@@holymichael289 it's hard n hits even harder knowing what you miss n can't hug them
Great to hear that Robert!! Jail is a "catch and release and catch again" type system. I've heard that 80% of inmates end up returning eventually.
AMAZING FATHER FOR YOUR SON. SO PROUD OF YOU ADAM CALHOUN.
God is amazing, period.
A man that follows through with his words. Not much that anymore these days
Strong faith in God is what has helped me more then anything!!!
❤️🏴🇬🇧 just been told my dad has 4 weeks to live, dads are so important to there sons. They make the man! Respect
The loneliest time for me being locked up was 5 minutes after lights out looking up at the ceiling knowing my kids were in the world without their dad and when I got out I swore I would never do that to THEM again and I haven’t.
You're such a cool dad. Some dont ever have one. Thank you Adam.
I spent 14 years locked up. I watched my kids grow up from behind bars. My parents brought them to see me once a month. I wrote letters home as well. Hearing this video it really brought back a lot of things. I got out in 2010 and went to college got 2 degrees while working. I am currently a lead in a lumber moulding plant, met a wonderful woman who I married, got to see my son get married and I am getting to watch my grandson grow up, my daughter and I had a falling out but life isn’t always perfect. I enjoy and relate to a lot of your music. Keep strong and positive. Respect ✊
3:25 choked me with tears ... oh my god! This is such a heart warming message to your baby... I write my kiddos a letter every year, put it in their box and wait till they're over the age and living on their own to read, all the struggles and the different times we had growing up and being a single mom... No matter how difficult it has been, doesn't take away the experience we had together.
Man this yanked on some heart strings bro....you are a great dad...I'm 41 and strive everyday for mine and will never stop till I die
Same here, nearly cried!
While some of our views may not align all the time, you’re one of the few decent YTers, and one of the few people left with common sense
Yeah, not many people have sense of commonness nowadays
Being a good person is probably the most important thing in life. I wish more people would agree to disagree and not take someone else’s opinion as a personal threat. It’s OK to disagree with someone, just don’t let THEIR opinions affect YOUR mood and actions. I do wish our fellow Americans would come together, stop fighting and let’s all move forward,, together.
@@mikemc6761 no people should have to acknowledge when they are incorrect doing other wise is coddling period.
Might as well call it sense cause it ain’t common
Idk what happened to this new generation?
Thru your music now your jail house letters to your son, inspiring is the correct word to use. We can hear the sincerity. Old school in music and proud in voice thanks
Right-on brother...you didn't stay down. Great story.
Made this old man shed a tear.. that ain't easy. Love the music, but I appreciate this real raw side even more. Stay #powerful my dude
A man is someone who keeps his word, no matter what! Much respect to you Adam.
Couldn’t agree more. I’m a huge fan of adam but he said if trump lost the election he would be gone from the internet and nobody would hear from him again. Although I don’t blame him because now he is killing and making more money then I can imagine
You upchhurch and jelly roll tunes inspire me to keep fighting each day I live in Australia and currently waiting to find out if I have cancer some days life feels impossible to keep going but y'alls music picks me back up and makes me want to keep fighting this obstacle called life love y'all and keep making the world a better place with your music 💥💯💥🍺🤘
That's awesome I just asked for help for me for addiction after 21 years. For the first time this week. I love the video oh and you jelly upchurch music keeps me rockin and going
Yo 1 of the realest in the game. Gotta respect this man. Came from the gutter to makin some raw ass music.
Thank you i got out of prison 8 years ago and i made the choice mysel;f that i wanted a better life 5 years after getting out i bought my own house.... i have everything i need and am still working for more.... you, ryan upchurch, tom mcdonald, struggle are all people that inspire me through music to keep pushing even when its hard .......Thanks
Welcome home then just incase u didn't hear it enough when u touched down
Hell yeah brother, glad to hear you made the change and got your life together.,
That's amazing my dude!! Congratulations on 11 year's being home! As of this December I have been clean for 11 year's!!
Real talk bro !! Your son is proud !!! You built a soldier as did he to you, two thorough breads . America friends , anything is possible just put in the work. Be blessed 🇺🇸
Ya know, I don’t always feel like I understand you at times as a fan of your music, BUT! As an ex parole officer I 100% get the emotions and struggles you encountered from that life occurrence. And I respect you one thousand percent in that capacity. Society doesn’t understand how much prison can challenge and change someone. Just from the stress and dysfunction that becomes “normal”:when you’re in there. The work you did upon release is nothing short of amazing. I respect you for the effort you focused within your life to make things positive for both yourself and your son. Starting over after prison is hard. People don’t understand how daunting the challenge can be. So even on the days I don’t understand something lyrically, or i question a behavior I witness....I am still 100% a fan who respects the heck out of you.
I was taken from my father to live in Florida w my mother. my father had sent me an article w a letter about my softball team I use to play for winning the championship. I was 12 yo when he sent that to me and I'm now 33 and still have it. go back and look at it and just realize how much my father tried being a single father w 3 daughters. thank you adam for being real and genuine w everything
A autobiography from you, written by you would be awesome your story is so inspiring for me I have had a similar way of life in a whole different country (Australia 🇦🇺) so many of your songs are so close to things I’ve lived or done, the one that hits hard it Leonard Calhoun it describes my grandfathers and my relationship 99%. Thankyou for making your music and showing all of us it’s badass to be good ✌🏼
I have so much respect for you Adam. Your one of the only real artists in the game right now.
The realest most genuine guy. Met him at discount tire 3 years ago.. Hope u and your son many more great memories I never did. Hopefully much more music coming from you
I've watched all of your videos regarding your depression battles with your mental health. I wish more than anything I could have a conversation with you. My son is battling a lot of demons and is headed for a very bad life... You truly are an inspiration. 💖
Thats such a positive letter for not such a great time. True love can conquer mostly everything. God bless you and your son, and God Bless America✌🇺🇸❤
That was amazing brother your an inspiration to me 1000% I was a drug addict and not a good father when my daughter was born but now almost 4 years later I'm clean and sober and have totally changed my life I'm proud of what I have done to get to where I'm at. Thank you for sharing this bro keep killing it brotha
You both never gave up on each other and look where your at now. I know finding out he carried that letter with him every day had to pull at your heart strings. It definitely would mine.
This shit hit home...Nothing but Respect brother
Please never stop with the "Fuck u Mike" 🤣
That letter was definitely his driving force to do good in this world. To keep the letter this long in his wallet speaks volumes. Can't wait to hear more.
Been knocked down, counted out most of my life. A couple times due to my own faults. Still to this day I'm still climbing, and still being counted out and told I can't do it. But I Love hearing that shit cause it does nothing but fuel me. Nobody can hold me down. Much love and RESPECT to you.
Huge respect! As my youngest son enters into the corrections system, I am greatly saddened. I did all the right things wrong and he chose to listen to his buddies who only used him. I have 3 years to wait for my son to come home and I'm afraid of what he's going to be. Knowing that he thrives on the attention of the wrong people, I am literally scared. I pray he figures it out as I have tried to teach him things since he's been locked up. Thank you for all of your encouraging words and I still hope my kid will follow and listen to you.
Mine gets out June 13 and I’m terrified. I did everything right but the world got ahold of him. Hod Bless ya Sir and your boy.
@UCjBwWpQ8N7V48MqnBIS6jqQ thank you Sir. Funny you say this ain’t for me, 1 year in he said with tears in his eyes, Momma this ain’t for me, I am not meant to be here but I’m thankful, cause it has saved my life.
Sending you so many prayers and hope that maybe he sees the light instead of the darkness while in there and be a best son and person possible in the end.
Just be straight up with him. It sucks your son is locked up. Hopefully he will avoid the rif raf. I'm still trying to find my son. He wasn't even a year old when I got locked up. I ended up doing 23 straight. My Dad cried when he came to pick me up. I did too. I've been out since 2013. I've been busting my ass for everything. I'm going to find my son, no matter how long it takes. I guess I'm saying to just keep the faith and be the best Dad you can be. Good luck to you, and God Bless you and your Son!!
I have no idea how to thank y'all. I'm a man who cries knowing I have nothing left. I'll be here when he's let go.
Awesome Adam, proud of you both. Be Blessed Brother, 54 yr old fan
Gave me me chills and I got all choked up. Proud for you and yours. That's a father's love. I'm in a bad place right now. This was inspiring. Thanks Cal!
Your a real one Adam, thank you for puttin on for all us small town folk! 🇺🇸⚒🇺🇲
AMEN Cal! My 2 brothers and myself have been locked up. Our mother died while I was only one in the free world. Now all 3 of us are Clean & Free #Yournotalone #RecoveryRocks it's possible!!! And your music helps me so much Adam!!!
You tried and the fact that he kept that letter is a God send. That was amazing and Thank You for sharing. You have an Amazing son who loves you and this is the second breath that got to where you are now. That is Special.
Mr. Calhoun your a good man GREAT FATHER BLESS YOU
That was deep dude, some people don't understand the amount of emotion things like this can bring up. Much respect for sharing dude 🤙
Went right from Upchurch's new track to this.
Same
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He must be so proud to have you as a father. Keep up all the good work! Much love!
As a LEO, Adam great job. For the past 28 years, I have seen people go in/ out of prison. I have seen numerous promises broken and forgotten. I have been a fan of yours for years. Yes, to change all it takes is hard work and the desire too! Please keep that letter safe. It was a promise to your son. Take care and have you American today? 🇺🇸
Yes! Keep the content flowing adam you always bring a smile to my face 🇺🇸
This hit home with me dude. I'm in a hard place right now and don't see my son alot th last few months. He's with his mom and it absolutely tears me up inside. We're best friends tho and I hope one day soon we can be together everyday. Thanks for sharing this man it gives me hope. I got tears running down my damn face as I write this. Much love brother
Calhoun and Coffeys struggle, but prevail. You are badass, and the ONLY music with grown up words my boy listens to is yours, with a firm understanding of how and why to use these words. God bless!🇺🇸
SPOKEN LIKE A TRUE MAN!!! YOU'RE THE SHIT!!! MUCH LOVE AND RESPECT BROTHER!!!
Adam that is the reason I pay attention to almost everything you say. I'm I'm diesel mechanic so it's a little hard to watch every single video, but you are a true inspiration to me. You are also what it means to never forget where you came from. You speak the truth no matter the pain. I appreciate you man. Keep up the great work
You just made a grown ass man cut onions. my dad was never around. Much love and respect from me and you're always welcome in NC
You got an extra shmedium for me my guy!! I've had the same experience reading service letters to loved ones from back in the day. Dark times always bring light!!
Adam, you are a prime example of what someone can do with their life WHEN THEY WANT TO CHANGE!!!!! Good job my young brother!!!!!
Dude just keep the positive vibes coming as these kids need it
"Positive vibes" 🤣
Adam bro you’re one helluva guy for these young men/kids to look up too out here. Thank you for being a real stand up guy in a world full of limp wrists B•••••s. Love and respect Brother!
Thats so awesome your boy kept that letter. Made me all teary eyed the whole video man, your a great dad and you have a good son as well!! 🤘🏻🇺🇲🇺🇲
Adam Calhoun........bravo. You are a good Dad........a good man.........and a great guy!
Thank you Adam your the reason I made myself get in my sons life after 6 yrs I had three other kids and I was in theirs but I'm glad I got in his life so thank you for your story it helped put what matters in perspective
You are a inspiration to so many, now your son is for his service. As a vet i salute you brother!!!
The come back is definitely bigger than the set back! Thanks for sharing, it is always inspiring and helps me to reflect and reset!
Very inspiring love your music and what you have to say God bless you and your family and God bless America
I'm surprised the letter lasted so long in his wallet. This is very touching, thanks for sharing.
I’m almost 40 myself and I look up to you man, if more men strived to be even half as good as you the world would be a way better place 🤘🏻
This keeps me moving Upchurch and your music keeps me alive, I got out of prison with nothing but the prison check and clothes and here I am 6 years later, still dont have much direction but because of u and upchurch im here and im alive and im still very much trying to be better than I was, I just wanted to say thank u for all ur music all ur UA-cam videos, its what makes me live.
Thanks again Randell Lavender
Your music and story motivates me. I never went to prison, but came close. You are the voice for people like me and many others. Stay real bro. We love you!🤘
Adam.. you just made me shed a tear and at the same time feel some pride! Our story’s are different but I absolutely relate to you. Thank you for always being honest and true and honest: we are a rare breed. Much love from the Midwest.
You stuck to your word having no clue how to give the life you promised, I'm so proud of y'all. Much love.❤
Isn't nothing better than good parents and from what I've seen on your channel your a great dad 👍👍
Adam you should frame that letter as a testament to how far you've come and your strength of spirit. God Bless you brother!
Amen! Wow, I literally posted a video yesterday that talked about my "bottom of the barrel" moment. So inspiring to know we're not alone. God bless your family, Adam.
Bro, your inspiring as f@#k!! So great to see you coming up and being the man you've always wanted to be!! Reach for the stars and keep grinding...you are an amazing success story and can't tell you how much it means for you to be a man, be human, and show where you struggled. Keep killin it with the music and always remind yourself how far you've come.
Peace my brother!!
I re-read one of my letters to my wife. Shit hit deep. Time went fast. Ur a stand up dude thats why i fuckz with u bro. Keep up every thing. Much love bro
You're a GREAT father!! True inspiration to those of us who have been down a bad road for a bit..
This is seriously such an amazing video. This shows that even though people can fuck up and make a mistake, it doesn't make them a bad person. You made a bad decision, you took your punishment but you never stopped being an awesome Dad and clearly your kid realized that which is why he kept this letter on him at all times through the years.
Keep being real, we love you man!
Clicked in a heartbeat ❤️
You are an inspiration to other struggling fathers. Some days I'm sure you felt like chucking it all, it's fantastic to see that you're no focusing on past hurts but the path to success.
This is an amazing story! Stay real Brother.
Never fails to inspire, stay strong man, ur son is proud to have a dad like u
That just warmed my heart so much. I really love a good ole success story. You should be so proud of yourself and your son. I know you are but still needed to say it. Much love and the best wishes 😃Creeksquad❤💋💕
Amen. Put in the work and never quit and it will get better! Great Story Adam.
Man this is emotional. Proud of you brother. Love your music, your work ethic, your love for your son. It’s powerful. Shows that second chances work when determined to be better. Keep being you and working hard brother. God bless.
This is so heartwarming and made my day.❤
This was a cool ass video, it's crazy that your son carried that letter with him all that time.. very inspirational and motivating. 🤘
Damn Adam.. that was one of the most heartfelt things I've ever heard. You can tell from that letter how much you love and miss your son. And what a big heart you have. You and your boy are lucky to have each other 😊. Thank you so much for sharing that with us
That is a real heartfelt letter. I always wrote my boys when they were locked up. Anyone one can pick up a phone but it takes a real person to pick up a pen n paper n write heartfelt shot to those going thru hard or short time, keep it real a cal
That really took me back to a time where my dad used to send me letters like that when he was in. I’ve been supporting you and listening To you’re music for a while it has helped me get through some tough times. Much love brother🤘🏻
Don't beat yourself brother. It's for what it is and this video spoke. I'm not pausing to compose, you are. 😂 Much love my brother. You have raise one HELL of a man.
This hit home with me...I got out May 24th 2010..and been going hard for my daughter everyday...much respect bro❤❤
Very good message. Definitely made a huge impact on your son. Be proud of where you are and your young man.
Both of my parents went to prison when I was in the third grade my entire childhood my mother wrote me and didn’t see her until I was 17
You’re such a huge inspiration to anyone that has been through hard times adam, you’ve been through hell and back and you still manage to keep your head up and a positive outlook on life. That’s what being a man is about. Keep doing you man, you’re a fucking legend. Much love brother ❤️
Adam you are a true American success story coming from what you had hitting rock bottom and shooting to the Stars all the while bringing up a good son who entered the military and served his country honorably thank you for your attention to your responsibilities to raise a good child and thank you for your son service.
You raised your boy right and now he's a Man. He is making his whole Nation Proud for his Military Service!
I've been out of prison since 2015.
Like you - I've never been back and can say I've made my family so proud!
Cheers Cal.
This was great and it kinda reminded me how I grow up because there were times when I was a kid that me and my mom barely had the money to keep the lights on and we went from living in a small two-bedroom one-bathroom house living in a nice triple wide trailer
This brings up something I actually keep in my wallet, my brother was killed in an explosion. I keep the obituary in my wallet to this day.
I've been at the bottom as well and climbed my way out.
Anyone out there can , anyone. Never take no for an answer.
Much respect Adam. At the end of the day...all we have is our word. You kept you word to your son...so much respect Adam. God bless you and Tamen......and GOD BLESS 'MERICA...🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲
And this is the reason...why your an inspiration...to independent artists like myself...BIG G......these videos like this....