4 Years of Sobriety: the journey, and what it’s taught me

[@caskey407]

i hope this helps someone out there going thru the same thing

[@jchastain789]

Aye dawg. Nothing but respect, I relate to much. I'm from nc

[@jerimyharlan1663]

You have NO idea my Boi!

[@kaseymartin5754]

Solid thanks🙏 broheem

[@youngceza]

Dear Brandon(Caskey), I just want to say you really don't know how much you're words and your life and music mean to me. I have watched you grow from the beginning an you have grown so much. I am a very private person and normally never publish my life but hearing your story, is almost identical to mine, no I didnt lose my father at a young age, but I didnt really have my dad to help me as a young one and Adolescent to guide me. I started writing music because of you and still have never posted any too nervous too. But I myself am a recovered addict Ive been sober for 5 years now, But anyways. You're a movement and kepp doing what you are doing and keep saying fuck the industry and do you. much love and respect to you man

[@anthonyabitz9744]

Thanks man. 82 days for me today. Was thinking about excuses to have a drink but this motivated me to stay sober.

[@Tierneycristian]

I started drinking years ago as a teenage, got addicted to alcohol. Spent my whole life fighting alcohol addiction. I suffered severe depression and mental disorder. Got diagnosed with cptsd. Not until my wife recommended me to psilocybin mushrooms treatment. Psilocybin treatment saved my life honestly. 8 years totally clean. Never thought I would be saying this about mushrooms.

[@Harris_jones]

Thanks for sharing your story. That's rough I sympathize. Save your health save your mind. Life is better without heroin, cocaine, alcohol and cigarettes. And you have more money in your pocket. God bless everyone who has rejected the devils intentions to be addicted to alcohol and cigarettes etc which can cause so much damage to health. I will pray for you all.

[@MuratBasar-jm9lc]

Hey mates! Can you help with the source? I suffer severe anxiety, panic and depression and I usually take prescription medicine, but they don't always help. Where can I find those psilocybin mushrooms? I'm really interested in treating my mental health without Rxs. I live in Australia don't know much about these. I'm so glad they helped you. I can't wait to get them too. Really need a reliable source 🙏

[@Caroljoyce-mp8sk]

YES very sure of Predroavaro. I have the same experience with anxiety, depression, BPD and addiction and Mushrooms definitely made a huge huge difference to why am clean today.

[@CARIBBEAN_365]

Mushrooms are very medicinal. This is why anybody familiar with psilocybin and any other kind of fungi will tell you, "They are alive." They have a very ancient wisdom. To my experience, all mushrooms have always said, "Pay attention to your life. How you think, how you feel, and what will you do with the information that you always knew, but now are seeing in this point of view." This is why mushrooms are so respected in tribal cultures. This mental health treatment works for me too. Half micro doses do the trick for me. At least a few days at a time with lengthy time in between. Never addictive. Thank you for sharing this point!

[@JacksonSmith-wc8oo]

How do I reach out to him? Is he on insta

[@frederickkennedy7931]

Something you said resonated with me so much.... "that's when you're the most depressed in life, when life's all about you. The more we make life about our selves the more depressing it becomes."

[@gambo302]

I’ve been sober for 12 years… I’ve actually open up for you multiple times ( once in palm beach and once in Miami )… I remember both times you were in rough shape… I’m glad you turned things around bro… you look better, sound better, music more fire, etc… thanks for being an example

[@Michorida]

I’m from Michigan but I went to rehab in south Florida multiple times I love south Florida. Pompano beach is mostly where I went but I went back to visit multiple times all of south Florida

[@bobbycorps7891]

I love fent

[@JoshuaFante]

​@@bobbycorps7891it doesn't love you back trust me

[@tmcxhusslex3230]

This really hit home. I grew up similar to you, similar stories. Never had my pops he was in prison my whole life. But my mother committed suicide 7 years ago. Our relationship was un breakable. I was a mother’s boy, she was my everything. I didn’t know this about you, it made me look at you completely different. I am still struggling with my sobriety, and I cannot wait for the day I can say im 4 years sober. Thank you for sharing this video, praying for your sobriety and peace. God bless you

[@1uxury1]

Energy transfers and never dies.

[@DeviantKind]

It's cool you did this - especially as a rapper. Being drunk and high has been popularized through music to the detriment of society. It's cool for artists to normalize sobriety as well. Good on you, Cas.

[@lionstrength1966]

FACTZ!!!

[@HelloMyNameIsCody]

Thanks CASkey. As a human or rapper man this means a lot to share thanks man my story’s embarrassing 🙈

[@GoldenBeetl3]

How do you manage to rap without being drunk? I personally can’t create or sing without alcohol and I don’t know how to do. My best songs were under influence of drugs and I feel like I have to give up my passion

[@drxzt]

@@GoldenBeetl3 It's all mindset really, don't think it's the alcohol making you rap better/more creative, that's still you, you can do that sober, but there's a reason why you feel like you can't without it, figure out what the alcohol is doing for you, let your body heal (withdrawal symptoms) and figure out another way to keep your brain creative and cool without drugs.

[@GoldenBeetl3]

@@drxzt Thanks I appreciate your answer

[@tomracine979]

I've slammed meth for 20+yrs and now I've been clean for 102 days! Not sure how I came across your video at 3am besides from God. I'm really struggling right now and want to give in so bad but so far I'm staying strong. I'm so glad you made this video, it's a message bigger than you think. Thank you very much and I'm sorry to hear about your dad. Now I'm gonna go check out your music and hear what other messages you have through your gift of music. Thank God you didn't give up. Merry Christmas 🎁.

[@JoshuaDeibel]

Stay with it homie . You got this!!

[@DDD-dt4zc]

Stay strong..life's better sober

[@JuggaloNY]

Keep up the good work! Life will get better and better. Much love&stay 💪 strong. WhoopX²

[@mikewhiteman4134]

Stay strong my brother. I believe in you.

[@mosphere2]

You GOT This! Sending Love & Light Ya Way!

[@josephspagnola9884]

I always loved the quote "Become The man your Dog thinks you are"

[@bmx4ever20]

This is 🔥

[@josephspagnola9884]

@bmx4ever20 I actually heard this quote from a Bill Murray interview. I'm sure he heard it somewhere but that was my source. Such a legendary quote

[@avalonmist254]

My son passed away at 45 years old in September...he drank himself to Death...Thank you for your story...I'm sober this time for 2 months today...Merry Christmas 🎄

[@cosmicthought3419]

You are so, so strong for being such an example, especially the way you show respect and love after such a difficult time. I just wanted to let you know that and hope you can feel my love and support towards your journey, even when it's coming from someone who you'd never meet with in life! Keep on moving forward with it! Absolutely inspiring!

[@adrianjporter5295]

You look like you still do drugs though. Maybe should stop that too! 😂🤦‍♂️

[@4everhumbl36]

Prayers and blessings to you Mam 💜

[@4everhumbl36]

Prayers and blessings to you Mam 💜

[@avalonmist254]

@@cosmicthought3419 Your comment was very Kind ✨

[@TechRight]

Man that was beautiful what you said. "The more we make life about ourselves, the more depressing it becomes." That's a nugget of wisdom i can chew off of for a long time.

[@allaboutlife4950]

im really glad you pointed that out. i needed to read it.

[@nymetsfan912]

I just hit 3 years a month ago. Amazing how fast we can bounce back after hitting rock bottom when we’re sober. Glad to see you’re maintaining!

[@SuthrnBlueEyes]

I hit 3 years In August! So proud of you ❤

[@batman-cu1ep]

How do you deal with the constant stress of life

[@taylorarnath8013]

@@batman-cu1epit’s all hard man. But life is suppose to be hard.

[@batman-cu1ep]

@taylorarnath8013 life is supposed to be hard????

[@tariqfalu9347]

Life is a journey sometimes we stress things that we shouldn’t as much which make it hard and if you can’t handle it going to outside sources make it harder life is still beautiful even when it’s “ hard “

[@joshuafulcher9164]

10 days sober and man it's been really tough. This video was exactly what i needed, thank you Caskey!!

[@jasonhauger608]

You got this! i know what it feels like and everyones life is different but just know you are not alone!! listen to some of my music on my channel im sure you can relate!! I hope it helps you! God bless you!!

[@walkingdeadxx1723]

Checking in josh 😊 you still good brother ??

[@joshuafulcher9164]

@@walkingdeadxx1723 almost 3 weeks now so yup we still kickin, very much appreciate the support. Thank you!!

[@JoeyAnthonyGuerra]

@@joshuafulcher9164 You got this man! I abused drugs from 16 all the way until 26/27. You can do it, one day at a time. Believe me in a couple of years you will feel like a renewed man! Reading scripture can really give you the strength to keep on the right track and give you power over your lower self! All praises to YAHWEH and his son, our master YESHUA HA'MASHIACH!

[@WOLFEY0812]

Keep it up Josh🙏

[@bige3244]

Almost a month sober 🙏🏼 this popped up in my recommended, God has his ways. Good bless you for this man, much love brother 👏🏼🤞🏼‼️

[@lucrezia1036]

Well done, trust me but in a few months u’re gonna see the beauty of life. Keep going

[@bige3244]

@@lucrezia1036 thank you so much, and your exactly right, I’m starting to see !

[@lucrezia1036]

@@bige3244 I'm so glad for you

[@demonspeed7353]

I'm going thru the same thing brother. I'm an artist as well. I love to freestyle rap, draw, graphic design, and now I'm learning acting. I'm 43 yrs old and been struggling with the exact same things. My father drank himself to death. Right now, I'm at one of the lowest points in my life. Around this time last year, I had moved in to take care of my best friend that came down with brain cancer. He was an army vet like me. He was struggling financially, and so I moved into his house to be able to help him, and his family, out with money, and to be there to help him out, and spend more time with him. While living there he and his mom argued constantly, he always suspected that she was stealing his pain pills, he talked about ending her sometimes as well. Always said she was evil. I already suffered from anxiety/panic attacks from ptsd, and all this extra stress just made things worse. I was working from home at the time but lost my job as I was messed up in the head from everything. He died in front of me on 7 March 2023. After he died, I smoked a ton to numb myself. That lasted for about two months, and then around May I decided to get sober. A big reason for it was because God revealed itself to me. Up until that point I had already known there were spiritual things happening all around me, but this moment in particular cemented it for me completely. I ended up leaving Colorado Springs, Colorado, and moved to Gainesville, Florida to live with family. Right now, I went back to college, and working on finishing my business degree, and also took a couple of acting classes. Just trying to focus on bettering myself with each passing day. I was in Colorado about a month ago and slipped up for a day. A homie of mine opened up a club, there was a fine shorty there, and I ended up smoking a blunt with her. Felt like shit after, but now I'm back in Florida, and back on the sober ish. Not gonna lie, some days feel hopeful, while other days feel hopeless. It's a constant battle to stay sober. It's a constant battle to dodge the devil's traps, and temptations. God has separated me from my old life. I'm in my season of isolation. Not knowing anyone around here is a blessing as I have no distractions for the most part. It gets lonely sometimes tho. Sure, I got the fam, but I miss kickin it with the homies sometimes. I don't know why I wrote this long letter. You'll probably never see it. If you do though just know that there are others in the same boat as you, and that you're doing God's work by leading people out of darkness, and into the light. Stay blessed, and creative. One Nick Ionescu

[@TinaMillan-do8ds]

Even if he never does (but im sure he will) someone else who may need it will read and be inspired im sorry for the loss of your vet buddy and thank you for sharing 🙏🏽

[@redzcaribbeanhotsauce9362]

Keep the Faith God Blessed!!

[@taylorarnath8013]

@@TinaMillan-do8ds Love

[@taylorarnath8013]

@@TinaMillan-do8dsLove

[@ProperXSmoke]

Man I just want say that you are truly a great friend for helping your boy out. I’m an army vet myself and we have a very similar story. I just moved down to Florida recently from my hometown to be closer to family. In a period of isolation right now myself. God bless you bro

[@mandudeguy538]

Bro currently sitting in a rehab watching this. I didn’t search for it, and honestly I’ve never listed to your music but today you helped me. Thank you for posting this. I needed to hear it all.

[@tonyafromtexas]

Im 5 years and 5 months clean and sober. Thank you for sharing your story.

[@TheApeWonder]

You’re such a breath of fresh air - music wise and as a person. Being so open is just so cool and inspirational. This is how we are meant to be, you’re showing people the way. Never stop and thank you.

[@cmnieman1]

Thank You for sharing. I've been sober a little over a decade and am so grateful. Nobody ever wishes to be an addict when you're a kid, but it happens. It's never easy, but well worth it. Sharing your story lets all your younger fans know that even starting to use substances can lead to devastating consequences. There's so much peer pressure on kids to partake now-a-days; they need to know that saying "No" is OK and the better choice. Don't get me wrong, I loved the way heroin made me fee;, or actually, stop feeling, but the repercussions from it destroyed me and my family. Prison, Hospitals, and Death are the only potential destinations for active addiction. Those who are trying to find their way through sobriety; I promise you, it is worth it. You're worth it. Take the time to find out who you really are and I promise you won't be disappointed. God Bless you and yours.

[@brettsimon2268]

True strength🤙

[@endlessnameless6494]

Stay strong. I am over 10 years just this year. I agree: it can be hard to stay clean in a using society. Esp. for young males who just want to fit in/find a GF. Half of my relationship were drinking relationships. Had I not waited to quit until 33 (after years of party/dating life), I'm not sure I could have. Someone was sharing this very thought in a meeting the other day...I feel for the youth. We need a modern sober/straight edge movement for these kids. God bless.

[@brettsimon2268]

Man this is so true I feel it in under my skin. I am 24 years old, been smoking weed and drinking since 15 trying to “fit in” dumbest shit ever. Did molly, snow, ket partying with the wrong crowd for 3-4 years after I left home. The sobriety journey is a mf for any one but god it’s been very worth it. What really got me was my grandmother was diagnosed with Dimentia( at a relatively young age while still being in good health physically) let me tell you. Nothing is more terrifying than losing your mind before it’s your time to go. It shook me out of it for good. Best wishes too all my brothers out there dealing with mental health problems. Find your passion and pursue it. Fk all of the haters the strong will prevail

[@miyagisun4493]

Just recently stopped smoking. As a music artist I use to feel like weed helped my creative process.and for a time it did. But as time went on I noticed how it would affect other areas of my life. I was spaced out very antisocial overly agreeable. Made allot of bad decisions and even got locked up a couple times because of it. It wasn’t until recent that I came to the realization that it was severely crippling me. Not being able to stand on my own two feet. Having to depend on love ones to get by. It eats at you. I’m 3 months sober now and my mental health has been allot better. I feel better I’m more present in my interactions with people. Even more in touch with my emotions. I can honestly say it was the best decision I ever made. I salute you on your journey bro. I feel like this vid was made for me seeing as we’re the same age. It’s definitely inspiring to hear your story. I hope that I can make better more impactful music in the future now that I’m on this journey ☀️🙏🏾

[@WhiteLotusBeatz]

Bruh literally was about to load a bowl but I found this video and then stumbled on this comment and this is what I needed. I kicked tabacco and vapes but was hanging onto weed thinking it was still beneficial for me personally. Definitely don’t want to depend on anything anymore, I was sober for the first 17 years of my life,(28 now), and now I really want to get high off life itself instead of using substances to fill the void drugs can never truly fulfill. I hope the best for anyone struggling 🙏🏼 you are not alone

[@samiirai]

Weed only has benefits if you been sober for a while. You can use it as a "break from routine tool", this has given me some really good insight on my playing and helped me progress trough plateauing. But you need to already have a sober state of mind for it work, or its a waste of time.

[@allforwonderful]

Just got out of jail for the umpteenth time. Been sober a little over a month. You speak the truth. The only time my life made sense was when I stopped escaping and listened to that inner voice and served others. I'm not looking back anymore. I deserve so much more. My family deserves me to be present all the time. Escaping is never the answer. Serving others is the best way. I choose growth...I choose to be positive...I choose to follow my higher power. Nothing will stop me. I've missed myself and I've missed feeling my feelings. Yeah, it's hard, but it gets better. Thanks Caskey I needed to hear this. Amazing story. Bless you brother. God loves you, so do I.

[@DRO_710]

Today is 14 days sober from alcohol for me. I've battled alcohol addiction for the last decade or so. This video was very inspiring. I definitely needed to hear it today. So thank you. 🙏🖤

[@caskey407]

keep goin!

[@jessicaarenella7157]

Thank you so much. I live in a tent in Nashville with my dog. It's not a great situation that I'm trying to fix. You're music helps me every day. Sometimes it's just hard to function and remain hopeful or compassionate or see anything positive. You're music really keeps me present and trying. Thank you again. ❤

[@nate8765]

I know a reply from Caskey would be better but just wanted to say “ never give up” keep pushing and something has to give bro.

[@lesterhwilliams1113]

One day at a time .

[@jessicaarenella7157]

@@lesterhwilliams1113 sometimes it's one Minute at a time. Christmas is hard.

[@LikeButDontTrustYou]

Yo man, I just wanna say this was needed. I just started probation for a drug charge and am currently trying to get sober and make my life better and this was something I needed to hear. I’ve got a 2 year old daughter and trying to do it for just me hasn’t been the way. I’m trying to do better for her and build a legacy and this was something I needed to hear. Thank you!

[@AnenLaylle7023]

Do your daughter right bro. You only have one shot at this. Don't fuck it up.

[@deleriumslayer4931]

Imagine when she's an adult and can understand. She will be so thankful and proud to have you as dad.

[@BoatGoatTv]

I got put in probation when my daughter was 1st born. I kept playing around and failed a piss test for weed. I missed a whole year of my daughter's life ill never forgive myself. Do the right thing.

[@1991maz]

Try stay away from bad company or shall I say people who are indulging in all that shit. Eventually you will break away and you will be out of the radar. You got this.

[@dylanfoote1880]

I'm in tears right now, I can't thank you enough for making this.

[@AliAndShey]

I watched this video when it first dropped.. I got the help I needed. And can now say I’m 5 months sober. I’m so dedicated to my sobriety journey as a mother of 3. Been listening to Caskey for about 8 years, absolutely adore the music and appreciate this video for sparking my motivation. So I had to come back and say, Thank you Caskey, you’ve helped me change mine and my families life forever 🙏❤ much love

[@Yukande]

Haven't watched all of it yet, but don't worry, i will. I've been sober 2 & 1/2 yrs and you're one of my inspirations for doing so. I really want you to do more of these videos, and people DO need to hear this. I was pretty deep, as i'm sure you were, i'm 25, GA, hoping, that maybe one day, i can influence as you have. There is no way through addiction without honesty with YOURSELF. Brutal honesty. I love you bud, keep that head up, keep that mind right. #BlackSheepSobriety

[@stevencarl3971]

I’ve been a huge fan since black sheep 1 and even no complaints. This was deep and I needed this. Life’s been rough lately and this will truly help. You are the goat. Love everything you do bro. Thank you

[@hueywarren4778]

Amen Brother! I slipped up and used speed again after almost 4 years clean, il tell you i hate myself right now but hearing your words I truly believe that I have the strength and desire to make it straight again

[@allforwonderful]

You got this friend. Hold fast...God will prune the dead branches and He will create abundance and freedom if you keep walking with Him. Peace and love.

[@cooliobroski3008]

Hope your doing good

[@jimweller9929]

Thank you for this.. I have listened to your music for awhile now and stumbled across this video today.. I quit for a year and a half on drinking and have tested the water myself.. the struggle I’m facing now have just cleared completely after listing to this and just to let you know you have changed me and thank you for this because you are now my mentor and when I have cravings I will replay this vid!!!! Thank you

[@StrikerDigitalMagazine]

Man I struggle with wanting to do this all the time. I just smoke weed but after 20 years of smoking I'm realizing it's held me back so much. The constant thoughts of self doubt and negativity etc. I saved this video to watch last week and today is my first day sober so I watched it. And I needed it. Thank you for sharing it's just what I needed. 🙏

[@jeffblunte]

Literally was debating whether to go score or not and saw this in my home feed. Stayed home and watched instead. Thanks for posting this.

[@taylorarnath8013]

Did you end up scoring the next day?

[@outtosea25]

Fresh out of rehab and 31 days clean and sober. Still in buprenorphine withdrawal and will be for awhile. Staying sober no matter what with a strong community. Thanks man.

[@T3RM1N8R_1]

When you say you're still withdrawing from subutex .... do you mean the actual sickness? Or just the anxiety, no sleep , sore body etc?

[@outtosea25]

@@T3RM1N8R_1 day 38 now. A lot better but still have stomach issues, sneezing and not sleeping well - emotionally sensitive with blah days. A lot better but will have PAWS for quite some time most likely. Can't saturate my body with synthetic opioids for years and expect to pop right back. I couldn't have done it without a safe place to be locked down, personally.

[@bluesnites]

Congratulations on your sobriety. Keep fighting the good fight ~ you deserve to live a happy, healthy live. Take great care. ✌️🤗✌️

[@406MenaceRacecar]

​@@bluesniteshe said he's not detoxed yet. That's not sober, it's so much better

[@bluesnites]

@406MenaceRacecar ~ thank you. I'm not fully up to speed on weaning off buprenorphine while getting clean. I've definitely got room to build my knowledge on MAT. It's confusing to me they use an addictive drug to help those detoxing and getting off these damn opioids, fent, and the rest of the pressed garbage being pushed. My loved one is alive. In treatment. 74 days clean. Currently working to reduce use of buprenorphine and naloxone. I have nothing but admiration for every soul trying to find their way back from this disease and those who have slayed these demons. Outtosea25 ~ you have so much to be proud of!! Keep your eye on the goals! ✌️🤗✌️

[@thehomiedrew]

pain and trauma can create the most authentic and sincere people. Only if we decide to process that pain and trauma then only can we move forward with purpose and understanding how it can affect everyone if we don't confront our demons. Thank you for everything caskey, much love

[@terrorT3600]

Bro I’m glad u made this video. I’m 36 now I finally got my self clean 2 years ago I went away to a 4 month rehab and never looked back. I’m so glad I did . I’m living in a sober home now and I’m so grateful for life now and how life really is supposed to be. I’m 2 years clean and congrats your 4 years. Great video . #recoveryforlife.

[@hezzaaa89]

Thank you for this 🖤. I'm almost a year sober from alcohol.. love your music, love from MA ❤️‍🩹

[@keishawn.t66]

2 weeks sober today, thank you for sharing your story bro. You talk alot about the struggles in your music but to hear it point blank hits different. Love you G

[@lucrezia1036]

How is it going?

[@damericanman007]

Thank you for sharing! I randomly came across this video and have been recently back on the sober wagon, before I watched this I was reminiscing about the old days of partying and this just revitalized my commitment to sobriety. You’re an awesome artist and human being! I hope to see you perform live someday. Everything you said is the absolute truth! Amen and God bless brother

[@LilAnarchy98]

Your song Letter to my Father popped up in my recommended, about a year after my dad passed. I was 14 almost 15 when i lost him. Going on 11 years since his passing and I cannot thank you enough for how much you got me through. Especially with that kind of a loss. Thank you Caskey. And preach your truth brother. You’re one of the last real ones out here. I hope i get the opportunity to meet you one day.

[@brendanwood5179]

Bro thank you so much for sharing!! Our stories are damn near identical... lost my Dad to an overdose... I too celebrate 4 years sober this year! Nothing but Love Caskey... I'm from Ft. Lauderdale.

[@LilAnarchy98]

I am sorry for loss man. I hope you’re doing ok and I will be thinking about you this coming Holiday. All love in this community, feel free to reach out if you need it that day. This man got me through so much Im happy to pay it forward

[@user-po2ve5ry7t]

I've been Alcohol free for almost three years I discovered a side of me I never knew for those of you in the Struggle God bless "You can do it"

[@kimmyneske4086]

i been following you for so long and i just seen this and ty it was life changing. i made a decision I'm done. i felt like you were talking directly to me. I've been through so much our dads both took their lives and i first discovered you in like 2009 maybe 2010 but ty for this you just changed my life

[@ChopSuey666]

Feeling you all the way from Australia brother. 3rd run at sobriety. Im 3 months clean and sober from alcohol and hard drugs. I feel this is the start of the rest of my life, already landed a house and employment. Its a lifetime time struggle, we are strong.

[@djspaghetti]

Big ups Caskey! I just realized I've never heard you speak, only spit, lol. Been bumping your shit since day one but never realized how intelligent and humble you are. Straight up seem like a good dude that treats others how one wants to be treated, one of the mottos I try to live by. Congrats on your sobriety bro!

[@derikroy5]

He's more intelligent then he let's on. He's got a track about his homie seeing a UFO, and made a whole song about it. It's easy to find, Caskey UFO on KZbin.

[@route13customs]

You’re a real one for this man. I’ve been listening to your music since black sheep 2. I’ve always felt a connection with the similarities of our lives and this video confirmed that. There’s definitely some things I need to work on but I’ve come a long way as well. Thank you for this. It was perfect timing for me. And for you, I’ve definitely noticed a difference in your art the last few years. I’ll watch this video here and there going forward to help the motivation. Again, thank you for this. Best of luck with everything you’re working on. You deserve the success you’ve earned.

[@user-rt3ff2zv7z]

My man went on the Hero’s Journey. We’re the sum total of our experiences. This is a near perfect video about and so well articulated. “We’re all on the path and the path moving ever upward, with frequent resting places”.

[@RichSutherlandBB]

I appreciate you posting this, it helps. I’m 9 months sober and it feels like life keeps getting worse, but really it’s just dealing with the leftover consequences and where I’m at because of my past decisions. Seeing that I’m so far from where I want to be. Thanks for being vulnerable enough to talk about this stuff

[@JoshuaFante]

Keep pushing brother you can't fix years and years of wrong doing in a short period of time, this is exactly why it's scary for addicts to get clean, besides withdrawal period of course. It's the clean up afterwards, reality of everything we've destroyed, ppl hate us, kids we let down, events we missed that were important to someone else, money we owe, etc. I could go on forever but keep pushing it won't stay bad forever. It was just as bad or worse on drugs throwing your money away for absolutely nothing and can't wait to do it. I hope you stay strong fight and get through it brother. Trust me I get it. I'm trying find my way to get clean, the rehab just cold turkey type basic rehab just don't do it for me, I'm working on a custom different approach for myself, not everyone is the same and same things don't work for everyone. I say that to say I'd kill be 9 months in already, your super close brother, super close, your just around the corner please don't throw it away, I prey I don't see you back at the beginning in line with me brother. I hope I get there and your already comfortable established waiting for me catch up! Good luck my man just know how close you are, just around the corner and your almost done cleaning house. It takes time to wash away the pain we cause. Peace my guy

[@jdiggz7918]

Thank you Brandon, This means the world. I don't know if your gonna read or see this, but venerability is strength - and your strength is immense. I appreciate you and your music beyond measure, and I'm sure your circle and family do as well. Its crazy how your one of my role models and your younger then me; but it makes sense due to how many years I was fucked up in the mud. I've been clean from up/side/down/alcohol for almost a year now, got off methadone this past August, and just let go of weed; honestly, this testament is exactly what I needed to hear today. I know I've been making positive moves in my life, but the damage to my family keeps recycling in my mind, like trying to pull me back. What you've said today will stick with me forever, its given me more strength. I just wanted to thank you man. Much love and gratitude, Joshawa

[@kev-larscuba2323]

Yo, mad respect 🫡 to you Joshua the fight is real and ongoing and I’m proud of you for winning your own battles. Also J-Diggs, The Bay Area BEAST fr ! 🫡

[@elevateeverything5761]

This is some of the most inspirational life description I’ve heard. This is changing people’s lives somewhere! Amen Caskey

[@teamiq574]

Appreciate your testimony... Keep hope alive and be light amongst the darkness 💪

[@jenno887]

Thank you from the bottom of my heart for posting your journey. My dad committed suicide when I was 22 and I found him in our garage. I still struggle and seeing that you still get a little teary eyed talking about it makes me feel like I’m not alone. Keep up the amazing work and congrats on the sobriety. 🎉❤

[@dawnmelton4958]

I’ve been out of prison for two days and I couldn’t sleep and stumbled upon this @1:40am and I just want to thank you so much hit home big dawg I’m not using again this time and I felt like u we’re talking to me and I was like on your level it totally makes sense to me thanks and congratulations on ur 4plus years of sobriety you are a special person I have always been a lived in south Florida and I became hooked on your music but you have a gift with talking and being a great artist love you homie

[@jaked6746]

Yo bro thank you. A lot of us addicts suffer in silence. Seeing people like you in your position speak on it and be open about, really means a lot Cas. Don’t underestimate the power this video holds. Pain shared is pain halved. Hold On Pain Ends HOPE

[@dakotaweikum719]

I’m in the midst of becoming fully sober, and I needed to hear this today. Thank you Cas, I’ve got so much respect for you and sharing this story

[@marcusdmfdmf]

Keep pushing man, You got this. I promise it's worth it, for You, and anyone close to You.

[@dakotaweikum719]

@@marcusdmfdmf thank you for reaching out brother, encouraging words go a long way

[@BPhilzMusic]

I’m really excited to hear about this. Currently 13 days sober off booze and all I want to do is drink today.

[@werdna2602]

You've got this, I'm 4 years off alcohol

[@8lacksheep300]

Caskey tearing those barriers down 🙏

[@UziBlancoOfficial]

You got this bro!!

[@the_mattescat8497]

Hot showers brother.. hot showers and listen to stuff like this when you do.. just soak your head and do what you need to do man just don’t drink.. u got this 🤝👍🏽🤌🏾

[@AlexTheBossMan]

no way he made it thru new years eve

[@Shmyrk]

Spoke to my soul on this one. I hope you’ll keep tapping in with us on this. Your doing for us what Wes did for you. Many Thanks big homie 🙏🏽🧡

[@joedirt5720]

God bless you bro!! I never knew your father did that.... I pray you have made peace with how you felt towards him... And realized that you were a child and couldn't control his actions ... You have come a LONG way. And are a blessing to so many people... Im a recovering addict as well and we are SO THANKFUL for you joining us.

[@nicholas969741]

Thanks for the wise words Caskey 💪🏽. Good luck on your continued much deserved success and spiritual journey in sobriety 🙌🏽🙏🏽.

[@jinkerbelldoll8711]

Your music have been part of my healing. I appreciate you Sir Caskey.!!! 🌿🌾❤🌾🌿

[@Mecagothits]

fr fr

[@jnoitanicullah8909]

Absolutely and I never knew this man had a past issue like a lot of us do and so, your art is very UPLIFTING if I say so myself, thank you for giving MILLIONS OF US the opportunity to turn your voice on and drown everything out in dark times we face alone 🫡 I know a lot of people that read this would agree and maybe not just caskey himself but if you can pick something up to drop all the negativity then do it for yourself, don't ever let anyone tell you you don't deserve that 💪 the world is a cold place cuz of dark art so lighten it up some 🦅 and fly. And if there are little ones present and you give negativity to negativity then what are you passing on? Showing that hate is okay in our world and it is far from... This is from a man that cleaned his act up and found god and I am a suicide survivor as well ❤️‍🩹 God is the co pilot

[@jabbawalkiie5019]

Im almost 1 year clean. Thank you so much for the inspiration and support. Black sheep 4 life!

[@JuggaloNY]

Keep it up! Bravo 👏 👏 👏 much love WhoopX²

[@JW18721]

Thank you for sharing and thank you for all the art you’ve created for us! My girl and I got to met you in Indianapolis this year super down-to-earth genuine guy! You’re the first person I’ve ever been starstruck by. Your music has changed my life!

[@LukeMcconnachie-zo2ez]

iv been clean 30 days and this popped up on my feed i needed to hear this bro thankyou for sharing your story g! really gave me motivation to keep pushing

[@Slug42069]

Almost 2 months sober from alcohol and pain pills. Thanks for sharing caskey, very insightful. Keep on keeping on.

[@mrfreeze78]

Thank you brother Caskey! Keep in the righteous path! I'm proud of you! Keep preaching you're teaching and reaching the masses! 💯

[@letitgo5818]

“All of us have our own struggles that equate us and turn us into the people that we are right now.”-Caskey ^^That right there is forgiveness of others and yourself when you realize that. We are all trying our best. ❤

[@cjfromthetx]

Caskey, I’ve watched this video twice now and I realized that as a child I grew up in an environment which was not the exact same but similar brother. My dad used meth for a really long time and then he hurt his back and got put on OxyContin and then graduated to heroin. After my grandad died I came to live with my mom for a while. Anyways it turns out he was using heroin before he hurt his back and my mom gave me sooooo much information that I didn’t want to believe at the time. I realized that us human beings should not become a product of our environment, we should be an example instead. To not do the same things our family, friends, neighbors etc. have done. And as soon as we let the past go, we can focus on the present to prepare for the future. Love you brother, we’re all in the together. I’ve been listening to you for a hot minute, all the way back to black sheep 1.

[@lorifurlow7684]

I don’t know who you are but I’m so pleased to meet you in this way. I’ve been sober a long time and what I’ve found, for myself, is that stories like yours renew my strength and give me peace. You may never know why you are called to speak on things. For me that doesn’t really matter anymore. I mean, I have curiosity, of course, but I need to say what’s needed to be said maybe as much as the ear it’ll land on. Tonight, I didn’t need to hear MY story I needed to hear YOURS. I’m having a moment, a day, a week… I’m going through it and it was hurting me until just now and I appreciate the time and honesty you just put out there. Thank you

[@drakewicker2999]

Our dads we very very similar man. He passed away two years ago too addiction. You have no idea how much this video has helped me Hopefully you see this! Thanks for sharing your story caskey! I now know why I relate to a lot of your songs keep killing it 💪🏻💪🏻 -Ohio

[@kobrastereo4753]

Thanks for sharing your story brother, so important and inspiring, all the love and keep kicking ass!

[@deej628]

Caskey is the man. Love your music, your message and your heart. Keep moving forward my guy. Love from southern Oregon.

[@Chuck66433]

Was born in S Oregon, love it, miss it ✌🏼❤️💯

[@JustinMettleMcMahan]

So I've been living under a rock it seems and just discovered your music in the last week. Since then I've listened to your entire discography on Spotify. Absolute amazing music man. I look forward to all future projects you put out. In me you've gained a fan for life. Also watching this knowing damn well the world needs more messages like this. We all struggle we all cling and clutch to a certain vice. Gotta help others wake up take full accountability and responsibility for their lives n the world can be a much better place. Much respect brother you cannot be stopped 🤘💪

[@jordanbarrs2185]

lot of what you said resonated,thanks it was stuff i knew deep down but it’s nice hearing someonr go thru something similar and come out a better person,it’s inspiring

[@da.boi.b5070]

Man crazy how life is. I met and knew WES way before the Fame. We were both locked up at SHAFTER MCCF he got there right before I paroled, he was a quiet but cool and respectful person. Seeing his success and how it has effected one of my favorite musical artist is so dope. I’ve all dealt with so much of the same issue’s you speak of in this video. I have 97 days currently clean and sober. This video has helped me to keep up with my mental state of being the man I wish who raised me. Since I have a son who is 6. Wanna say thank you to CASKEY & 2 WeS. Mad L/R B. Aka IRISH

[@Anangelfromabove]

Is that caskeys real name?

[@IFuckyourMomtoo]

Good stuff brother. 2 years or a little more for me. Keep it up and God bless anyone struggling 🙏.

[@thejournalsofawakening]

BIG LOVE MY dude. You got this.

[@HeartlessKnight33]

Watching this right now a week before my dad 9 year anniversary of him ending his life. 🥺🥺 It broke me and I ended up drinking from it alot. I did clean up 3 years after I do still smoke for medical reasons. Thank you for putting this out man. Keep yourself clean and keep your head up man.

[@MisterShaneCee]

Congratulations on getting clean man, in March I have 7 years and it wasn’t easy, I’m just glad to see more people doing it. Keep it pushing, it’s one day at a time. And nothing worth doing is easy, your music has motivated me in so many ways. Please keep making those hits!!!

[@returning2innocence]

Found me on Xmas day. I was many yrs sober and slipped up many times I know that feeling man. Thank you for sharing this beautiful message. This is giving back at its best. Plus ur music is amazing! Been a problem!😂❤❤

[@jasonargo3427]

I have been hooked on opiates but not bad. My wife however was on them and passed away recently from a heart attack at a young age. She already had heart problem but they had not shown up for 17 years. She had already started curbing her opiate use with the help of Kratom. She had learned how to supplement. A lot of the addict mentality was stopping and finances were getting better and our relationship was better. When she left her body we were at peace with each other. She was actually starting to try and that makes it hard but I am at peace as well. I love her and won’t let her story in hopes that it can help others.

[@blakecramer1738]

Hahahahahab goof ball ,, “but not bad” you skid

[@TM21109]

So many words of wisdom In this. Glad you did this. 💪

[@Cheesesausage37]

4 months of sobriety under my belt, really needed to see/hear this. Thanks man.

[@MsSheilaC]

I don’t know why your video came up in my feed and I’m sorry and embarrassed to say I don’t know who you are, but I *can* say that listening to your story, wow, you are a beautiful human, highly intelligent, insanely articulate, feel deeply, and I got a lot out of listening to it. Thank you for being so vulnerable and honest and open. 🙏🏻💙

[@JohnDoe-mt2yf]

Nice work brother! Way to stay strong and push positivity!

[@scotsummers5772]

@caskey407 . . I appreciate you brother... It took big balls & courage to post this. Thank you for sharing your story & sobriety journey. I needed to hear this today. I am 1745 clean & sober. As you know some days are easier than others .. Ty ❤

[@TheSawzy]

Beautiful work brother 🖤

[@YAKNASTYTHATNILLA]

I appreciate this… I have been sober for 9 years…. But have still smoked weed off and on and unfortunately my calling is to even stop that …. And I hear the calling…. And you have confirmed it with your story. Thank you for the inspirational words and going with your gut feeling. Good thing about being sober…. You won’t second guess yourself and just hit record and share the message. You are Blessed. Thank you.

[@autisticmim]

I literally just woke up from a weekend long relapse and this video was on my feed. Never looked up anything like this before, I’ve always gone my own way. I felt your story so deeply.

[@bluesnites]

Sending you strength and hope for better days ahead. So many fall down. Don't beat yourself up. Brush off. Rise up. Give yourself grace and call it a lapse, not relapse. You've got this!! Take great care. ✌️🤗✌️

[@ChristinaKersh-hi7wn]

Love and respect 🙏 🫡

[@veracity2525]

I have 266 days of being clean from those blue fentanyl perc 30's. Was using 5 a day for 8 months. Big ups everyone trying to maintain ❤

[@The_real_papadon]

Congrats 🙏🏼 Fetti is tearing thru my town. I’m currently battling addiction. I was using up to 20 blues a day. Then wasn’t enough, now I’ve been using Fetti powder for over a year. It’s so hard, I feel like a failure. I quit & sober up for a few days, then the second it crosses my mind I go get high 😢. Did heroin for before this for 8 years. I needed this video & these comments, to open my eyes up. I just flushed everything & I am done. Thank you!

[@The_real_papadon]

What helped you get clean & stay sober?!?

[@matthewtorrey7060]

@@The_real_papadonNarcotics Anonymous

[@floridaboybrandon954]

@@matthewtorrey7060 💚💛💙🔹🔷🔹💙💛💚

[@TimJameson-jg8sl]

Taught you, while sick..face tattoos are always a mistake😂

[@AlexisHolt-mq4pt]

You made this video for what I have been praying for!!

[@Addeatt]

I love this. This is the first video of yours that I have seen and it's beautiful. 10 Years sober here and although it has been a huge struggle, my mind body and soul are truly at peace. I encourage everyone to process their feelings and emotions in a state of mind that can be practiced everyday free of dependance to whatever keeps you in a perpetual state of autopilot. Being aware of our awareness is what makes us special.

[@01bleached01]

I don’t know if you read your comments but my brother, your story parallels mine in so many ways. I believe I’m a bit older, but I grew up in southwest Detroit. My dad was an Outlaw MC. When I was 19 my life started to change because I was shot trying to be a monster. When I was 23 I walked away from music and any chance of making it. I’m in my 40’s now with two sons that are 7 & 9. They have never seen me high or take a drink. I’ve been sober since Jam 26 2008. Thanks for sharing your story. Sometimes I think I regret not chasing the money but stories like yours remind me it’s the famous one that can’t live the simple life.

[@KaveRgnls]

Prod of you, you have grown beyond any box or limitations. Growth and Mastery is a forever process. Stick to The mentality of spirituality healthier! live as you have. You have by far succeeded Talents that are out here your message it's needed. More people like you Brother are need.

[@tomiskies3058]

I'm only 35 seconds in but can tell this going to be a really open and personal video!! thank you for being open to yourself and us! I hope this is a video showing that its not the tough/hard thing to Self-destruct or face your problems alone. instead what is truely the hardest thing to face is that we all need help. it doesnt make you any less of person in my opinion it make you more human.

[@dragoti1122]

Please…continue making these videos! You’re such an inspiration and intelligent human being. Thank you for your taking the time and motivating positive thoughts. I could go on and on about this video! I can’t wait to read ur book. Keep it up Caskey. Know that your words really meant a lot to me. Much love 🙏❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@jannaolsen3557]

Progress not perfection. But yeah once we get sober, the slip leaves us regret everytime. Don't open the door to sh*t that wrecks our lives. Bless you Caskey, congratulations on 4 yrs. You touched my heart. Booze killed my parents and drugs killed my brother. Love how redirected pain to positive activity. 💯 Thank you for taking the time.

[@kanjimanji]

"Romanticizing my pain" is a powerful expression, I never heard anyone use it so eloquently.

[@Mr.1206limited]

I was sober for 4 years. Recently relapsed & have to start over. This video is exactly what I needed.

[@sonnynick1]

Hey young man thank you for sharing your life with us. I am a combat veteran who struggles with PTSD. Each day I just try to be the best father to these two kids I have. They have paid a heavy price for something they never signed up for from the tangled webs in my mind. They are my everything. They show me forgiveness when I can't even forgive myself. I pray GOD heals my mind and calms the anger inside.

[@drakewicker2999]

This is so good bro. We literally experienced the same life, I lost my pops and everything this is crazy how similar our stories are! My dad was my favorite person too. The number 22 is significant 9 months clean from heavy meth use, I’m finally becoming myself again. I’m a artist myself in many ways and I’m learning to get my creativity back.

[@jeffmixon1945]

The mixtape was a nice surprise! But this was the real CHRISTMAS WITH CAS!! Keep spreading this light man! Many people’s lives (and their families) will improve from this hour you donated! Your legacy starting to compound in a powerful way!