I saw them live back in 2017 and that night cracked my shell. Two years later I came out as transgender and a year after that I'm currently 8 months on HRT. To all the trans girls out there, it does get better. Love you all! 💖💖💖
@@charleschi843they’re finally openly being and expressing themself, and hrt is part of medically transitioning so your outward appearance matches your inward appearance
@@expiredmilk85What is an inward appearance? Do you mean how someone feels? Every hour I feel something different. Does that mean I should do permanent surgery to match?
listened to the new album today. was blown away. trans punk rock is what we have all been waiting for without knowing it. the music sent shivers down my spine. a hint of old berlin cabaret. a hint of the old hollywood. and down and dirty rock'n'roll and awesome punk rock. and they don't get it even a tiny bit wrong, its hitting all the right nerves and gives 101% . i'm ravin about it. as you can tell. wow wow wow
I seen a lot of hate from now ex fans when it was announced the process was going to take place. If you are true punk at heart you would have welcomed this. Be who the fuck you want to be and fuck the rest.
If you want to be one, if that's what you are go ahead but don't be surprised when you realize the only people who care about you are others like you who no one likes.
In writing a song, you write what you know about. Laura writes about something that is one of the most difficult things in the world - changing ones gender to match what ones gender identity that has been written / wired in one's head. Such a transition has been proceeded by years of guilt, shame and fear of the highest order. Transition is survival for many transgender people, if the transition is not done suicide often follows. It is that difficult to live being inauthentic to oneself at such a fundamental level. In order to do a transition one must go from fear to having a backbone made of steel and an ability to say, now I live for myself, now I rip out the bars of this personal prison that are the expectations of others. Laura Jane Grace has taken an unbelievable step, where she has put it in front of the fans and the whole world. That is turning fear into courage and no one can say that is stupid or meaningless. Congratulations Against Me! and Laura Jane for taking this head on and showing this type of support for others that are still living with fear, guilt and shame because they are also afflicted, people like me. This is a powerhouse of an album, it thunders like a freight train, it shatters convention like a daisy cutter. And it triumphs over small, hateful minds because it says I don't fucking care what you think anymore.
I am of the opinion that literally everything they've put out has been pure gold, barring MAYBE White Crosses which is still a pretty good time, and I can't really knock that album because it has "Bamboo Bones" and my literal favorite song "I was a Teenage Anarchist." I mean favorite next to literally everything off of Transgender Dysphoria Blues and New Wave and Reinventing Axl Rose and...just listen to everything X'D
I can't possibly comprehend how it feels to be transgender. I have so much respect for anyone for coming out, whether that's trans*, gay, etc. Personally I believe that if people are more open about issues or topics like this, things will be easier and lives happier in the future. I myself identify within the LGBTIQA community.I genuinely feel one day we will walk down the street as ourselves, holding our partners hands and not get questioning looks or verbally insulted, or be worried about disowned by family. I also I think that within parts of the UK, that will be soon or at least with the next generation.
Best ever response to this song. Thanks. And I don't identify within the LGBTIQA community - but support it! There was a great interview on CBC's Q about the support the band members give one another. Too bad it was on Q, in hindsight, as it would be hard to watch now.
It's Pink Shirt Day here in Canada... This song and video is such a great remember that we never know what another person might be going through. I'm probably paraphrasing, but I believe the expression is "Be kind always; for we all are fighting a great battle". LOVE THIS.
seeing these guys perform live always puts the biggest damn smile on my face, plus Laura looks so happy during every performance and ugh I love her so much she deserves nothing but happiness
haven't been able to stop listening to this since i first received album earlier this month. GD. amazing stuff. my kids know the lyrics to most of these songs. I know. I'm a bad mom. but i love that we can all enjoy this together and random parts of the day, someone will just belt out random lyrics. baa hah.
one thing that's not gonna be taken away from her is her balls. coz she's got the balls to come out and be true to herself. proud of you! ;) you will always be loved by your fans...
Amazing band, they look like they genuinely love what they are doing with fire and passion. This is why music should be the only "religion". Love Laura's voice and that super tight band!!
Probably a good opportunity to share that Laura did an interview with CBC Radio's Jian Ghomeshi this past week. Definitely worth a listen. www.cbc.ca/q/2014/01/21/tues-jan-21/
I'm so fucking pumped for this album, I'm so happy Laura has finally found the courage to be herself it only makes Against Me! and her music even more powerful I'm gonna miss Andrew's beard tho :(
When she introduced the song,it sounded like Jello from The Dead Kennedys. I'm most likely a trans girl,I've been aware of it for at least 3 years. ( 18) but afraid to change
New wave was decent but white crosses had maybe one good song. This whole record is great and you can tell she actually enjoys making music again. white crosses was so forced
Awesome band :) there arent many today who have anywhere near the same energy. Its not meant as a comparison but most just went too popy or relied too much on editing effects and lost the soul. Even metallica has gone too popy. I just started listening to against me and i cant wait for their new album
She's the absolute pinnacle of "not giving a fuck", aka true punk. Is she taking or planning to take hormone treatments? I'm wondering if her voice is ever gonna change. I hope not because I fucking LOVE that voice so much. But I hope ever more that she just does whatever is right for her, and I'm pretty goddamned excited for the new album. Especially with Fat Mike on bass for the recording? Yes, please.
Good luck! And, I say this as a precautionary, because *everyone* will encounter haters, but sadly, people in your shoes even more so... FUCK the haters. Let their hate remind you that you're doin' something right, and that they're just ignorant, and scared of anyone who is proud to be themselves.
Mollie Pee If you don't see a real world intersection between rebelling against oppressive systems (punk) and transgender identities, you're probably just a complete idiot, as well as transphobe.
You just accused her of 'making fun of fags', yet you just called her 'tranny' - a term that's a derogatory slur and actually taken as a hatecrime in more developed regions of society. Also, there's no 'want', only a 'need'. Apart from the fact she uses 'fag' in a completely different context, you just put yourself across in the worst possible way.
Against me are pioneers. If it wasn't for against me, the world would never have accepted Fat Mike's Sex change, I mean just look at the amount of singers in punk bands that have had sex changes since laura did it. Ben Weasel from screeching weasel, Tim Armstrong from rancid. That guy from AFI . Mark hoppus, Brody Dalle , Everyone from guttermouth. The drummer from less than jake. Henry Rollins.
i saw against me in chico ca years back...meet these dude in the beer garden, warren was the only dude that gave me the time and day...with out warren there is no against me!!! come back warren...as far as tom changing himself in to what ever i dont care punk rock is punk rock but i think this band has lost "the edge." its hard watching one of the greatest punk rock bands ever to get old...but i guess time must go on...walking will always be honest
when i think punk i dont think of the individuals who make the music...im a against me fan for life but the music they make will out live the individuals who made it...in a society that makes us think that we should act, look, and talk in a certain way, punk rock is there say "no. im going to be meself" why are people so concern about tom changing his gender? fuck laura...against me for life!
![Against Me! - Black Me Out LIVE [HD]](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/dSJg5EWBfQE/mqdefault.jpg)
![Against Me! - Dead Friend LIVE [HD]](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/ipqVugC3Rlc/mqdefault.jpg)
I saw them live back in 2017 and that night cracked my shell. Two years later I came out as transgender and a year after that I'm currently 8 months on HRT. To all the trans girls out there, it does get better. Love you all! 💖💖💖
What does this mean? What is HRT? Are you saying the mental illness spread to you as well?
@@charleschi843 ok boomer
@@charleschi843they’re finally openly being and expressing themself, and hrt is part of medically transitioning so your outward appearance matches your inward appearance
@@expiredmilk85What is an inward appearance? Do you mean how someone feels? Every hour I feel something different. Does that mean I should do permanent surgery to match?
@@charleschi843 feeling as in how you feel you are in reference to society’s expectations of genders and their roles
She is so punk. Oh my god, I love her. Brings tears to my eyes.
Me too ❤️
@@guyincognito143 you ever get a smackeroonie
@@guyincognito143 look man you better stop this phobe shit before it comes back to bite you in the ass one day
listened to the new album today. was blown away. trans punk rock is what we have all been waiting for without knowing it. the music sent shivers down my spine. a hint of old berlin cabaret. a hint of the old hollywood. and down and dirty rock'n'roll and awesome punk rock. and they don't get it even a tiny bit wrong, its hitting all the right nerves and gives 101% . i'm ravin about it. as you can tell. wow wow wow
transgender punk is what we are waiting for? guess you never heard Jayne CountY
nope! should i have?
Are you familiar with Sadie Switchblade?
@@NonApplicable1983 i love comment sections
I seen a lot of hate from now ex fans when it was announced the process was going to take place. If you are true punk at heart you would have welcomed this. Be who the fuck you want to be and fuck the rest.
Hell yeah, I agree.
If she lost fans, she gained new ones. Respect.
jesse douglas wisdom
You are free to be one but with everything comes circumstance. Technically you can kill someone but you will pay the price of doing it.
If you want to be one, if that's what you are go ahead but don't be surprised when you realize the only people who care about you are others like you who no one likes.
I love this song/album to death!!! Not only because I can relate, but because the music is KICK ASS!!!
This band is awesome! Trans girl here and can appreciate the message. Thanks!
ve had this song stuck in my head all day. God I love her singing.
hahaha
I'm so glad that someone had the guts to sing about something like this. Now I KNOW I'm not alone :)
When you think of "punk", Laura is just that. Been with her through the beginning and will be here through the end.
Proper rock n roll, no smoke and mirrors or triggered kick drums! Just rock in ya fuckin face and it sounds better then the record! This is so rad!
I do want them to see me like they see any other girl.
In writing a song, you write what you know about. Laura writes about something that is one of the most difficult things in the world - changing ones gender to match what ones gender identity that has been written / wired in one's head. Such a transition has been proceeded by years of guilt, shame and fear of the highest order. Transition is survival for many transgender people, if the transition is not done suicide often follows. It is that difficult to live being inauthentic to oneself at such a fundamental level. In order to do a transition one must go from fear to having a backbone made of steel and an ability to say, now I live for myself, now I rip out the bars of this personal prison that are the expectations of others. Laura Jane Grace has taken an unbelievable step, where she has put it in front of the fans and the whole world. That is turning fear into courage and no one can say that is stupid or meaningless. Congratulations Against Me! and Laura Jane for taking this head on and showing this type of support for others that are still living with fear, guilt and shame because they are also afflicted, people like me. This is a powerhouse of an album, it thunders like a freight train, it shatters convention like a daisy cutter. And it triumphs over small, hateful minds because it says I don't fucking care what you think anymore.
Wow! Love your comment! Intelligent, powerful well written , full of truth,knowledge, authentic and strong!!Feel hugged! Greetings from europe
Thanks Bianca Love and Hugz from America!
Rock on, Laura!
Wow, how is it possible that I'd never heard about this band before?! I love this song, and now I have to listen to all of their albums!
Istvan Alexander Check out "As The Eternal Cowboy." They have some great records!
haha same ^^
I am of the opinion that literally everything they've put out has been pure gold, barring MAYBE White Crosses which is still a pretty good time, and I can't really knock that album because it has "Bamboo Bones" and my literal favorite song "I was a Teenage Anarchist." I mean favorite next to literally everything off of Transgender Dysphoria Blues and New Wave and Reinventing Axl Rose and...just listen to everything X'D
Probably because they used to be a punk band. Now they're just PC.
Laura Jane Grace is an inspiration to us all.
I hate this song because it's soooooo damn good. I can hear one bar from this and immediately get it stuck in my head.
Laura you're great! Punk on!
...punk on?
CrendorTheGreat yeah, that was corny as hell.
I can't possibly comprehend how it feels to be transgender.
I have so much respect for anyone for coming out, whether that's trans*, gay, etc.
Personally I believe that if people are more open about issues or topics like this, things will be easier and lives happier in the future.
I myself identify within the LGBTIQA community.I genuinely feel one day we will walk down the street as ourselves, holding our partners hands and not get questioning looks or verbally insulted, or be worried about disowned by family.
I also I think that within parts of the UK, that will be soon or at least with the next generation.
Thank you!
Best ever response to this song. Thanks. And I don't identify within the LGBTIQA community - but support it! There was a great interview on CBC's Q about the support the band members give one another. Too bad it was on Q, in hindsight, as it would be hard to watch now.
It, is definatly not an easy thing, but I personally just try to keep my confidence high no matter.
can't get this one out of my head. listen to it almost every day.
It's Pink Shirt Day here in Canada... This song and video is such a great remember that we never know what another person might be going through. I'm probably paraphrasing, but I believe the expression is "Be kind always; for we all are fighting a great battle". LOVE THIS.
Fucking love her.
seeing these guys perform live always puts the biggest damn smile on my face, plus Laura looks so happy during every performance and ugh I love her so much she deserves nothing but happiness
haven't been able to stop listening to this since i first received album earlier this month. GD. amazing stuff. my kids know the lyrics to most of these songs. I know. I'm a bad mom. but i love that we can all enjoy this together and random parts of the day, someone will just belt out random lyrics. baa hah.
This is their best album since Eternal Cowboy!!! Love ya, Laura!!!
I cannot stop fucking listening to this song oh my god
her voice is unreal. so powerful
OMG... This is the most AWESOME thing I've seen in a LONG while! WAY TO GO, Laura Jane!!!
It DOES get better!!
The lyrics are awesome in this, they're touching in a way.
one thing that's not gonna be taken away from her is her balls. coz she's got the balls to come out and be true to herself. proud of you! ;) you will always be loved by your fans...
i love this band's songs. Amazing!
One of the few bands who sound better live than on album...and they sound pretty damn good on their records.
I love James, he's the friend we all need♥️
WOW, this song is awesome and fun! Cannot wait for the album!
Can't stop listening to this!
Laura, eres un ser maravilloso e inspirador
Y'all have some serious talent rock on.
grandiosa todo un subidon para empezar el año
Amazing band, they look like they genuinely love what they are doing with fire and passion. This is why music should be the only "religion". Love Laura's voice and that super tight band!!
Great song by a great band!
congratulations on your decision.. bravo.. amazing
Been loving this band since 2004. Gainesville kids been bringing the WHOAS since less than Jake🖤🤘🤓
This is the BEST ever
She still belts it like Tom did on the Acoustic EP. This is fantastic, I can't wait for the new album.
"like Tom did"
*Laura
***** she STILL belts it...
*****
She used to be Tom. He referred to Tom in the past tense.
Probably a good opportunity to share that Laura did an interview with CBC Radio's Jian Ghomeshi this past week. Definitely worth a listen.
www.cbc.ca/q/2014/01/21/tues-jan-21/
@@BubblegumPunk lmao turns out im trans and agree with you. Lot happens in 6 years
I get the feeling that this'll be Against Me!'s best album yet!
I'm so fucking pumped for this album, I'm so happy Laura has finally found the courage to be herself it only makes Against Me! and her music even more powerful
I'm gonna miss Andrew's beard tho :(
the drumming for this song is great
such a great band.
AMAZING!
i began transitioning last november, mtf just like laura jane.
I can't get this one and True trans soul rebel off my mind,love it :)
i love this song
I love this song as a girl, because they never notice you for the reasons you want.
trans feminine rage is punk perfection. laura jane foreverrrrr
Such a fucking great song
awesome
Trans solidarity!
what show was this from
Hell yeah, Against Me once again to save the day. Fucking awesome song.
Fucking awesome song, album and band.
Done.
I'm pretty sure he meant that while struggling with being transgender, Laura has created something that is bigger than herself.
When she introduced the song,it sounded like Jello from The Dead Kennedys. I'm most likely a trans girl,I've been aware of it for at least 3 years. ( 18) but afraid to change
hope all is going well for u
I can't wait for a toronto show, fucking miss this.
I support Laura Jane!
New wave was decent but white crosses had maybe one good song. This whole record is great and you can tell she actually enjoys making music again. white crosses was so forced
What happened to their old drummer?
Warren quit after New Wave. They've had a ton of different drummers since then.
trying to cover this song w my band I love her
rad
Stadium rock af
its heavy rock
Nope
Look at how you started your comment, Charlie.
fuckin love it
My parents just told me that if I started transitioning I'll be "their son's killer"
Is that Jay on drums? Cause it looks a lot like Inge to me.....
Yes, it's Jay Weinberg on drums. Inge has tattoos all over his arms and much cuter ;-)
+Rachel Dumais True, I'm just so used to seeing Jay with a beard
Lead kinda reminds me of " Paul Smecker"
Trans awesome
Fuck this hits close to home.
I’m proud to be a transwoman, but it’s hard to get through some days
Taking estrogen doesn't change one's voice.
it definitely does you dumbfuck
Awesome band :) there arent many today who have anywhere near the same energy. Its not meant as a comparison but most just went too popy or relied too much on editing effects and lost the soul. Even metallica has gone too popy. I just started listening to against me and i cant wait for their new album
Laura is beautiful❤
I am actually in the midst of making a short-film about a transgender girl with this song as its main song
That crowd is not showing nearly the energy that band deserves.
She's the absolute pinnacle of "not giving a fuck", aka true punk. Is she taking or planning to take hormone treatments? I'm wondering if her voice is ever gonna change. I hope not because I fucking LOVE that voice so much. But I hope ever more that she just does whatever is right for her, and I'm pretty goddamned excited for the new album. Especially with Fat Mike on bass for the recording? Yes, please.
Good luck! And, I say this as a precautionary, because *everyone* will encounter haters, but sadly, people in your shoes even more so... FUCK the haters. Let their hate remind you that you're doin' something right, and that they're just ignorant, and scared of anyone who is proud to be themselves.
:3
Against Me has seen better days.
Not really. The past two or three albums have been there most musically interesting, personal, and emotionally resonant.
AwkwardWhiteKid97 whenever I see them now, I weep over what could have been when i think of reinventing axl rose.
Mollie Pee I'm not willing to go there. i just think the music is boring and unoriginal.
Jesse Whitehead agreed.
Mollie Pee If you don't see a real world intersection between rebelling against oppressive systems (punk) and transgender identities, you're probably just a complete idiot, as well as transphobe.
You just accused her of 'making fun of fags', yet you just called her 'tranny' - a term that's a derogatory slur and actually taken as a hatecrime in more developed regions of society. Also, there's no 'want', only a 'need'. Apart from the fact she uses 'fag' in a completely different context, you just put yourself across in the worst possible way.
You belong on Wikipedia not here you stale crayon
i can't help but feel weird as fuck watching this........ :(
His music has always been very personal. I find this being more essential than the vast majority of music being created today.
+stoneaxeprod her
You are contradicting yourself.
His name may have been Tom at one time but if you were to say that to (him) SHE would ignore you. Its respect.
Against me are pioneers. If it wasn't for against me, the world would never have accepted Fat Mike's Sex change, I mean just look at the amount of singers in punk bands that have had sex changes since laura did it. Ben Weasel from screeching weasel, Tim Armstrong from rancid. That guy from AFI . Mark hoppus, Brody Dalle , Everyone from guttermouth. The drummer from less than jake. Henry Rollins.
The fuck are you on about?
i saw against me in chico ca years back...meet these dude in the beer garden, warren was the only dude that gave me the time and day...with out warren there is no against me!!! come back warren...as far as tom changing himself in to what ever i dont care punk rock is punk rock but i think this band has lost "the edge." its hard watching one of the greatest punk rock bands ever to get old...but i guess time must go on...walking will always be honest
Neat gimmick, his taking the whole Alice Cooper/Glam Rock thing to the next level. Way to work the interest groups, gives it that air of legitimacy.
Her *
when i think punk i dont think of the individuals who make the music...im a against me fan for life but the music they make will out live the individuals who made it...in a society that makes us think that we should act, look, and talk in a certain way, punk rock is there say "no. im going to be meself" why are people so concern about tom changing his gender? fuck laura...against me for life!
mtv generation... what the person is or what they look like is not what the music is all about...the dudes name is tom...
My daughter is transgender but she does not look like a woman
Ok Karen?