Addict Reacts to Tom MacDonald's "Sober"

[@bakedinspiration]

Man this song hits me so hard I didn’t even get in the shit that hard but I thank god everyday I’m here and free.

[@spiritualrecovery3300]

Glad your still with us!

[@porkwop9171]

First time i heard this song i was a couple years into recovery from a nearly decade long oxy-fentanyl and crack addiction. Helped get to where i am now. Because i found that around the 2 year mark i was starting to feel depressed and anxious again. Like i didnt know what to do with my self anymore. Started smoking crack again. Didnt get into the fentanyl again thank god. And luckily my crack relapse only last a few weeks. This song helped me get through that time. Madchild is an inspiration to me. Hes from my city (vancouver) and was associated with alot of the same bad people i was with back in the day. Havent touched crack in over 2 years now. No drinking either. I smoke a bit of weed but my main focus has been providing for my 7 year old daughter, and staying healthy in the gym.

[@sarasheaffer8819]

I love Tom macdonald!! This was the first song of his I heard when it had came out a year ago! Been a huge fan ever since

[@AccordingtoJexi]

He really is amazing! Thanks so much for checking out my video and leaving a comment. It means a lot to me! Enjoy the rest of your weekend!!

[@rodneybever9583]

This song literally saved my life. It gave me a light to follow in the darkness. Been clean ever since and I know from H.O.G. testimony that there are thousands with the same story. Not many artists can say they have saved lives.

[@AccordingtoJexi]

It's incredible to hear stories like this! Thank you for sharing that! I am so happy to hear you have been clean ever since. That's truly amazing!

[@tcsouth1350]

Damn man. I'm seriously proud of you brother! Keep up the good fight!

[@rodneybever9583]

@@tcsouth1350 this is why HOG for life! HOG is the tightest "gang" out there and we always have each others backs.

[@JShelsby]

💪💪💪

[@jaredbrown6066]

I've been clean for 7 years now myself, it's a daily battle but we're stronger

[@closure2071]

I thought the people disappearing was representing that they got cleaned and don’t need to keep coming to the meetings anymore.

[@AccordingtoJexi]

Perhaps but as they mention in the song, addiction is something that is a lifelong fight. People continue to go to meetings after they get clean. I have 8 years clean and I still go. More often when someone stops coming to meeti gs its because they lost their battle with addiction and not because they decided they don't need meetings anymore. But that's just based off my experience and you could be right in his artistic choice. Thanks for sharing your thoughts with me!

[@caralemaitre4697]

One out of 10 make it unfortunately

[@packfan8285]

Please check out Tom Macdonald Hangman. Also his spoken word is amazing and super powerful. Very real and personal about his addiction

[@AccordingtoJexi]

I absolutely will! Thanks so much for the suggestions. I really appreciate it! 💜☺

[@thewanderingmariner]

You should review Tom's "I don't drink" Great share. ❤❤ #hangovergang

[@AccordingtoJexi]

Oh! I don't think I've heard that one yet. Maybe I will do a blind reaction. Thanks for the suggestion!! 💜

[@don1234531]

Im still suffering an addiction on the DL its not hurting anyone but myself the only bright-side to that crappy thing is that its not as bad as it was once honestly his song is the thing that is making me help fight this addiction and keeping me sane

[@AccordingtoJexi]

Hang in there! Getting help isn't easy but it is so worth it. Feel free to reach out anytime. Nobody has to go through this alone! Sending tons of love your way! 💜

[@rodneybever9583]

You are not alone brother. Reach out to HOG cause we got your back.

[@JohnGatesIII]

Congratulations on your Sobriety. I've been sober since 88, when I was 19. Growing up in the San Fernando Valley in the 80s was a hell of a time. Check out Tom's "Best Rapper Ever" (it's NOT what you may think it is). One of the things that makes Tom so special, is his openness and honesty about what he's going/gone through. Like you, I can relate to a lot of what he's saying. He's a truly one of a kind artist out there. Keep doing what you're doing and take things one day at a time. Edit to add: To ME, the people disappearing from the chairs, relapsed. We've all seen it; the person that has it all together, that's at every meeting, that has 5 people they are sponsoring......and then they disappear for a few weeks. One night they show up, and they are introducing themselves as newly sober. If nothing else, it's a reminder that it's ALWAYS a battle. It's also a reminder to remain humble and grateful.

[@AccordingtoJexi]

Thank you so much! Congrats on yours as well. I absolutely LOVE his Best Rapper Ever! It really is so honest and vulnerable. The reason I enjoy his music, besides the fact that his is so talented, is how honest he is in his music. It's almost luke he writes his songs for himself and then chooses to share them with us. Thanks so very much for commenting!!

[@beccamitchell1438]

I was nodding my head in agreement with pretty much all your opinions on this lol just like listening to you share in a meeting. Great job Jexi! Love you girl! ❤

[@AccordingtoJexi]

Thanks Becca! I really appreciate that!! Thanks, as always, for taking the time to watch and comment. It really means a lot to me!!

[@Robarino]

I’m just now watching you for the first time. I just wanted to correct you by saying you are not “just” a recovering addict. You are extremely strong and brave to be able to get to where you are. Please don’t ever say you are “just” a recovering addict. Much love.

[@AccordingtoJexi]

Thank you so much! You so sweet! 💜💜💜

[@johndowney8840]

I love the scene where Tom and Nova were back to back. It showed me that they got each others back

[@AccordingtoJexi]

Hey John!! Oh!!! I love that! I know the scene you are talking about and didn't even consider that symbolism. Thanks for pointing that out as I think you are completely right! Thanks so much for commenting!!

[@johndowney8840]

@@AccordingtoJexi That is something everyone needs. I don't know where I would be if it wasn't for my friend having my back

[@AccordingtoJexi]

@@johndowney8840 I couldn't agree more

[@michaelc565]

Thanks for sharing your experience with us.

[@AccordingtoJexi]

You are very welcome!! The whole reason I started a channel was in hopes that sharing my experience may help someone who is still struggling. Thanks so much for taking the time to comment!

[@Treeshakercatfishing]

I was an addict Tom and my personal favorite Benjamin Todd, using agin. Saved my life.ifvyou ever get a chance listen to this song. I honestly put the pipe down and never picked up the pistol agin. HOG FOR LIFE.

[@johncain6774]

Proud of you.Thanks for the insights.

[@AuthorTLGray]

He has many songs about addiction and mental health and social issues. Here's his playlist Here's THE LIST so you know what NOT TO miss. Updated with previous tracks, BFGF, commercials, theatrical trailers, spoken word, and scary stories. This is what I have in order of video release: 05/15/14 #Wannabe 09/01/14 #HouseInTheHills 03/02/15 #FightYourFears 10/01/15 #HourGlass #WhoIAm #Bout It 12/01/15 #IfIChange 02/15/16 #Number7 05/01/16 #WayOff 06/01/16 #WheelsKeepTurning 08/01/16 #AlbumTrailer - #SeeYouTomorrow 08/15/16 #HowTheWestWasWon 08/15/16 #RollingStone 01/05/17 #Pillz (BFGF) 03/13/17 #Hangman This is where Tom first blew up: 08/11/17 #DearRappers 11/03/17 #Rejects (BFGF) 11/17/17 #ImNotWell (BFGF) 12/01/17 #Castles 12/15/17 #FoulMouthedWasted (BFGF) 01/05/18 #Helluvit 01/29/18 #PoliticallyIncorrect 02/09/18 #WhiteBoy 02/14/18 #OtherSide 03/09/18 #PhoneCalls 03/30/18 #AmericanDreamz 06/13/18 #ThisHouse (WhiteBoy Response) 06/13/18 #HangOn 06/13/18 #Exposure 06/13/18 #TheWayIAm (Eminem Remix) 06/13/18 #NotAlone (Spoken Word) 06/13/18 #Anarchy (Spoken Word) 06/13/18 #WarIsComing (Spoken Word) 06/13/18 #Anxiety (Spoken Word) 07/06/18 #DeathThreats (Trailer) 09/30/18 #BoomBap101 11/09/18 #EverybodyHatesMe 02/01/19 #IWish 03/01/19 #SadRappers 05/24/19 #StraightWhiteMale Then you have the diss tracks due to Straight White Male ... 06/01/19 #LethalInjection 06/06/19 Mac Lethal dropped Single White Female 06/07/19 #MacLethalSux 07/19/19 #IfIWasBlack 08/09/19 #ButtHoles 08/23/19 #ImSorry 08/28/19 #GhostStories (Trailer) 09/06/19 #Ashes 09/27/19 #ClonedRappers #Upchurch ft. #TomMacDonald & #StruggleJennings 10/18/19 #Travellers 10/25/19 #TryingToKillMe 11/22/19 #FakeFans 12/13/19 #IHateHipHop 12/20/19 #Famous Then Tom did a collab with #MadChild and #NovaRockafeller on the next few videos 01/17/20 #WhiteTrash 01/24/20 #Sober 01/31/20 #BadNews 02/04/20 #KillingTheNeighbors (Trailer) 02/07/20 #DRUG 03/03/20 #IDontCare 03/18/20 #Coronovirus 04/04/20 #IDontDrink #TomMacDonald - ft. #Dax 04/10/20 #BlameTheRappers 05/01/20 #ICantSleep 05/29/20 #NoResponse 06/26/20 #MyFans 07/31/20 #MusicIndustry 08/10/20 #Gravestones & #FlowersForTheDead (Trailer) 08/21/20 #PeopleSoStupid 09/11/20 #ImCorny 09/25/20 #Gravestones 10/03/20 #ScaryStoriesWithTom (Story) 10/16/20 #Cancer 11/06/20 #NoLivesMatter 11/20/20 #SellOut 11/20/20 #BlackFridaySale (Tim McDougall) 11/29/20 #BlackFridaySale (Tim McDaniels) 12/18/20 #BestRapperEver 12/25/20 #Angels 01/29/21 #FakeWoke 02/05/21 #Cancelled 02/26/21 #ClownWorld 03/12/21 #CherryPie (Commercial) Then Tom did a 3-song Collab with #BrandonHart and #NovaRockafeller 03/19/21 #NoGoodBastards 03/26/21 #Church 04/02/21 #HeartEmojis 04/06/21 #AsFarAsTheStars (Trailer) 05/10/21 #NewVideo (Trailer) 05/14/21 #DearSlim (Tom purchased an NFT beat from Eminem called Stan's Revenge) 06/04/21 #Snowflakes 06/25/21 #NewMerch (Commercial) 07/02/21 #DontLookDown 07/16/21 #Withdrawals 08/13/21 #Brainwashed 08/27/21 #Dummies 08/30/21 #TwoNewAlbums (Commercial) 09/01/21 #UsAgainstTheWorld (Trailer) #Dax - ft. #TomMacDonald 09/17/21 #Propoganda 10/01/21 #America 11/12/21 #Balloons 11/26/21 #BlackFridaySale (Tim McDougall) 12/03/21 #Naked 12/12/21 #StolenAlbums (Tim McDougall) #TomMacDonald - ft. #AdamCalhoun 01/21/22 #NewWorldOrder 01/28/22 #Brave (Trailer) 02/04/22 #WhiteBoyz 02/16/22 #TheBrave (Theatrical Trailer) 03/04/22 #InGodWeTrust 04/22/22 #FireEmojis 05/06/22 #TheSystem 05/30/22 #MemorialDay (TimMacDougall)

[@wintermoonomen]

Great reaction. Really appreciated your openess and personal experiences. It really helped me, seriously. I hope that you can do a reaction to Benjamin Tod's Using Again. Another great song and video about Ben's personal addictions.

[@AccordingtoJexi]

I would absolutely love to check that out!

[@jaytrentacosta1461]

Hello I'm going threw a withdrawal right now from Fetilynal I've been listening to this song for 2 days now I'm on day 2 feeling worse then I've ever felt hardest thing I have to do this for myself and son glad to have family so painful S/O to everyone doing the same or that has done the same

[@AccordingtoJexi]

Thanks Jay for commenting! Please hang in there. I know how hard withdrawals can be. It does get better!! Did you listen to his newest song? It's called "Withdrawals". Perhaps that's a sign that you are going to be okay. Reach out anytime!! 💜💜

[@lakelanddentalarts]

Madchild didn't say he was 85 pounds from weight-loss. He said he gained 85 pounds and was only doing face pics because of how much weight he'd gained. Some addictions include an accompanying food-addiction that causes this. It's very common for addicts to have multiple addictions occurring at the same time.

[@tcsouth1350]

I've been an alcoholic since I was 15, (33 now) and Tom makes me actually think about changing. ... maybe some day....

[@AccordingtoJexi]

Just know it is possible. I've been clean 8 years now and it was the best decision I ever made. It's not easy but the struggle is worth it.

[@rodneybever9583]

2 years sober thanks to Tom and the HOG. Remember we are all here for eachother brother

[@AccordingtoJexi]

@@rodneybever9583 Thats awesome!

[@REXT-HOG]

Spoken word "not alone", good one

[@AccordingtoJexi]

Thanks for letting me know. I will check it out! ☺

[@lolah.o.g1125]

Yeah, that’s a good one

[@kareemaafteraddiction8965]

Wow he is really talented

[@AccordingtoJexi]

He really is! And to think he does everything all independently is even more amazing!

[@danielleczinsky1868]

Congrats on 8 years

[@AccordingtoJexi]

Thank you! 💜

[@zom8979]

🤔 a good follow up could be I Wish or Withdrawals; the 2nd ones title is probably pretty selfexplanitory but the song I Wish very much comes off as about the struggle of trying to stay sober

[@AccordingtoJexi]

Thanks so much for your suggestions! I will absolutely check those out!

[@epstiensbedsheetnecktie9212]

I just want to comment, but this is not about me. I hope somehow my story helps someone somewhere. I am 16 years sober now. I didn't start thinking I would make it this far. I was just hoping for some change, something different. I was at my lowest point. I can still vividly see myself on the couch bottle in my hand and just knew it had to be different. I was dying inside, couldn't remember the last day I had been sober. It was hard to actually understand what I had become. After putting down the bottle I faced hardships I never knew could come. I had built my whole life around drinking. Everyone I hung around with was doing exactly what I was escaping. I found myself cut off. I had to start over. It was lonely. Day by day the sun came up, I focused hard on who I wanted to be, and built a new life. I did relaps after about a year. And in no time found myself right back where I left off. Figured it out and learned from it. The mistake. Its much less frequent now, but when I start thinking I can just have a drink or two, for Christmas, or my birthday, or whatever I now have firsthand knowledge that time doesn't matter, alcohol owns me. My freedom is only one drink away from gone. Thats my story, the short version. If your reading this and need help, please get it. Ask anyone or anywhere. Remember someone somewhere loves you. I love you. You are special and this world needs you. Be your best, be true to yourself. And try. Just try. You can't win if you don't start. Just try.

[@AccordingtoJexi]

Thank you so much for this comment! I appreciate you sharing your story! You are absolutely right that there are so many people who want to help those still struggling! Hope you'll subscribe to my channel and comment on more of my videos! Hope you keep on being amazing!! ☺💜

[@serratedchimera3871]

💞

[@johnbraund3371]

Believe it or not, Best Rapper Ever. Check it out. Never know it by it's title.

[@donningarmour2873]

If I had welath I'd be dead by now. Still in the struggle. Going back to detox in 2 weeks. Don't kuck benzos or acohol on your own. You'll end up in the E.R. as I did. Or worse.

[@AccordingtoJexi]

Wishing you all the best!! Don't give up and know you are not alone. Kicking is hard but it gets better. Good luck in detox and please check back in and let me know how you are doing! Sending lots of love your way!! 💜💜💜

[@donningarmour2873]

@@AccordingtoJexi I'll beat it or die trying. Thank you. 😉

[@AccordingtoJexi]

@@donningarmour2873 You are very welcome! I have faith in you!!

[@epstiensbedsheetnecktie9212]

I wish you the best. Go in the darkness and come out to the sunshine. The world awaits. Get well

[@alexconant8455]

I think it was them making it personally

[@borntogame8595]

Can you hear Madchild in the background of the course I did

[@AccordingtoJexi]

Yea I love the way they did this song! Thanks for commenting!

[@ianjackson3346]

I can't help but feel that God is getting the message out. Tom ain't perfect, but God can use anyone he choose, to get people to hear, to get people to see. He hits home, it moves me,... could this be what the older generation is/has been missing, some

[@AccordingtoJexi]

Hey Ian! I absolutely agree! We can often receive the message from the most unlikely of places. I love how honest and raw Tom is. Thanks so much for commenting!!

[@ianjackson3346]

@@AccordingtoJexi you know, Bob Dylan had a tune (song) come out in 70s? Times they are a changing. Things that are going on in the world today seem to be more amplified (thought it was loud back then) but in a different way. I'll share with you a dream (from many years ago). If you are familiar with orchestras you know how at the start, before playing, they make sounds on their instruments, while the conductor is getting, getting them, ready. This is what I was seeing, hearing, and when they began to play, which was very beautiful and well begun. I began to wake up and these coyotes, about a half mile away, which I know yip and yelp (before they're in unison) became that orchestra conducted. It was amazing. I better stop

[@AccordingtoJexi]

@@ianjackson3346 I think I know what song you are talking about. Though now I think I'm going to find it and listen again. ☺💜

[@borntogame8595]

Madchild looks like a bad guy but he is a really cool guy

[@AccordingtoJexi]

I absolutely believe that! I never judge people based on looks. We all have out stories. :)

[@zom8979]

@@AccordingtoJexi you should give madchild's song Demons a listen it delves more into his personal experiences

[@AccordingtoJexi]

@@zom8979 Will do!!