ADDICTION IS TOUGH!! SKID ROW - WASTED TIME (REACTION)

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[@anessalyn1035]

the lead singer Sebastian Bach wrote this song about his friend Steven Adler who was the original drummer for guns and roses who got hooked on heroin. My brother is a recovering addict, I know it's a daily struggle for him, he's been clean now since 2016 and we actually have a relationship for the first time since we were teens, we were estranged more than 20 years because of his addictions. Thank you for your reaction.

[@GrandpaOCE]

im sure this song hits you as hard as me then sadly my brothers addictions still control him its been a lil more than 20 years

[@anessalyn1035]

@@GrandpaOCE i'm sorry to hear that. it's so hard on the families of an addict. you love them and you hate what they're doing to themselves and others around them. You want to be there for that person but you have to be strong for yourself. You have a prayer from me for you, your brother and your families

[@LN-Lifer]

I can't fucking believe that I am just now today learning that one of my favorite songs ever is talking about Steven. The drummer for the greatest band ever. And GNR was my favorite band before Axl even finished his scream to open Welcome to the Jungle the first time I listened to the cassette my now dead best friend's (overdose) uncle bought because the "cover looked cool" months before MTV ever played the video. Damn. How the hell

[@FRANKCOPE]

Thank God he's clean that is damn near a miracle.

[@LN-Lifer]

@@FRANKCOPE Lol. Do actually believe ADLER is clean??? I'll remind you that Slash and Duff talked about being clean when GNR split up Then during Velvet revolver talked about how high they were before cleaning up for VR And then after VR broke up they talked about all the drugs they did. In VR and now claim to be clean again. Nobody ever questions the inconsistencies! Now if 2 of the highest functioning members can't get clean so you really believe the biggest junkie of all has? And don't tell me about health probs/strokes whatever. Sure Steven has had health issues but he is clearly STILL USING

[@Samurai_Stoner]

I'm going on 14 years clean and sober songs like this help more than people think... To anyone struggling, you got this ❤️

[@enmitygauged44]

Hard to believe this song is now 30 years old. The lyrics were important then, but may be even more pertinent today.

[@ghostypop8825]

I love that people are still discovering these amazing bands, they’re definitely timeless

[@bettyb1313]

I have 17 years clean it's not easy but worth it to live life not just be alive... You can truly hear the pain in his voice!

[@markhagerman1837]

Congrats on your sobriety. You should be very proud. I am proud of you too. Keep it up. ❤❤

[@falsedragon33]

I grew up listening to this with my brother. He died on a sunday. The booze won at an age of 39. This is one of the only songs that fits my sadness that has so long ago transformed to rage.

[@R777-RLM]

Me, and I'm sure everyone here: are sorry about Shawn's dad, and for Mel's mom; and for what you both are dealing with. Thankfully, you have each other and your kids - also, you've got us.

[@edgarbritz1663]

This is masterpiece!! The power ballad ✊

[@lorijones8147]

OMG. I cant believe I missed the release of this one.. One of my favorite bands ever .. my favorite singer by far and LOVE this song.. They have several great ones. This is one of the best of his vocal performances

[@ericreep5341]

So sorry about your Dad, brother. Love you two and the reaction. Peace from NC.

[@BloodTar]

The youth of today really should hear the words of this song. Loved it ___ Thanks.

[@sdodge68]

One of my favorite bands of all time with one of my favorite of their songs

[@phillipharrington5957]

I'm 50 now, I was 18 when or 17 this came out. I've o.d. twice and survived. God is so good and I plan on being here another 50 years.

[@mariamenegalli2321]

i lost the love of my life when i was 21 to addiction, its been 30 years and there isn't a day I don't miss him and think about him. Hugs to you both.

[@JMulvy]

I may not need to point this out for you two, but one small detail people miss about this song is that the line "the horse stampedes and rages in the name of desperation" and they wonder what the point of having a horse in the video is, "Horse" is slang for heroine. That lines refers to when you are at your lowest is when the addiction calls to you the loudest. It is a brilliant lyric that completely illustrates the intensity that addiction can reach. They may think they need just a little to function on a daily basis, but when you are at your lowest, is when you need it the most and every time you give in, it takes you to a new low. Creating this never-ending cycle of falling deeper and deeper into addiction. The only way out is to not use and find a healthier addiction in life.

[@Chick_N_A_Flick]

This is my favorite song by them.

[@Robert-rr1zr]

same 👍🏻

[@jeffcohnphoto]

One positive note is that Steven Adler (Guns n Roses) who this song was written for is still alive and kicking 30 years later.

[@hanklutcavich2468]

I Remember You, Quicksand Jesus, and In A Darkned Room are fire. Jersey in the house. I relate to this song so much. Thank you for your reaction guys.

[@adamfanalways]

🙌🙌My all time favorite Skid Row songs sang by the force of nature that is Sebastian Bach! It was written about the Guns & Roses drummer Steven Adler, just watching him kill himself with heroine! Sorry for you loss. I just saw Sebastian Bach from Skid Row sing 🎵 this song live November 13th in Cleveland, Ohio just put up the whole concert! I so appreciate what you guys had to about your own personal experiences with people you love or know and I hope for more people to get clean and get sobriety so they can live long happy lives with so they love! If you get to the issue at the core of your addiction and work thru it that is one of the most important things you can do!

[@matthewgibbs1366]

Ripping vocals!! Love this song

[@jessicawright6030]

Thank you for not pausing this video. Horse was the street slang word for heroin 70's, 80's, & into the 90's. Thank you for your very best appreciation of this song!

[@tatyonajoyea6952]

It's a powerful song. And it affects so many still. I lost my grandpa, grandma, father, and my favorite aunt to addiction before this song even came out (I was born in '72). Now, both of my brothers are addicted to hard drugs. I have my mom, my sisters, plus my baby girl, and they're the reasons I'm here today. Prayers for your mama, Mel. Losing a father at age 11 is extremely tough. Glad you're both still on the right path.

[@chadfortman8098]

Music still that moves me to this day. Goosebumps

[@5ifty6ixmediauk]

Nothing but love for you guys. You don't just play songs, you revisit memories with us. Its appreciated so much❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@Uriel77200]

Herion. That's EXACTLY what this song was about. That's the reference to "the horse". Heroine/ the white horse. Sorry my brother for your loss.

[@mandoperthstacker]

The level you would need to be at to sing their songs. Boss level vocals

[@deejayturtle]

You can turn things around. If you can't do it on your own help is out there. I celebrated 2 yrs clean from a nasty street drug on Valentine's day 2022. My heart goes out to addicts, the families, and those struggling to quit. YOU CAN QUIT, I am living proof.

[@mmartinez6342]

He's voice is unique and so melodic, the king of rock ballads!!

[@joseruiz7512]

The voice the best ever!

[@nightmoves7989]

The horse stampede's and rages in the name of desperation! Is feeding the addiction no matter what. That's deep for sure.

[@bobsmith1614]

God bless you, keep the faith !

[@bigdaddydc70]

Thank you for sharing your positive attitudes and demeanor as well as your personal experiences. I'm so sorry about your parents. I just lost my daughter 3 weeks ago to heroin addiction and I've had a difficult time dealing with it. This reaction reminded me that I am not alone and I thank you both for that.💔

[@tammywhatever8602]

I am SO SORRY to hear about your loss, Shawn!! OMFG. And to you, Mel, for your Mom & her struggles. 😧 My heart is so huge for you both - I pray that you two stay unaffected from this TRUE disease - it will affect anyone. The alcohol bug has GOT me right now, with this covid bullshit we're dealing with. Lost my 15+ year career over this plandemic. 😢 Sending love to both of you, from Mesa, AZ 🌵 ❤ 💖 Thank you for also keeping the GOOD music alive! We love you two!

[@darrylwhitesall5847]

Sorry to hear about your father Shawn! You guys are blessing to me. 🙏🏻. Thanks.

[@sprinkle4k]

Another fave! This song hits the heart strings on a personal level for me. LOVE Skid Row!!!

[@traceyraffle6675]

As someone said below this was for former Guns N Roses drummer Steven Adler . Steven is still performing and is hopefully still doing better :)

[@BojaneBugami]

You'll see the sickly hands of time Will write your final rhyme And end a memory

[@mikedodo2933]

Thank you for sharing your personal story.

[@hardluck2000]

God bless you brother. Sorry for your loss.😢

[@toddheywood8837]

Bro so sad that this song hit so close to home. You made him proud for sure. It’s amazing how a song or music can just touch the inner parts of your soul. God bless

[@robcoulton4638]

Sorry to hear the about your parents' struggles. Thoughts with you both ❤

[@Kezza3451]

Thank you for covering this. I loved Skid Row since I was a very young kid (I was born a little metalhead). But it was YOUR words that have really hit home with me. I’ve been doing pills for far too many years. I actually just bought a stash today. After listening to what you guys went through, something just clicked in me (I’m sitting with a big vacuum-packed bag of gear beside me right now). I now want to get off all this stuff. It started with strong opioids for genuinely severe pain but now I buy even stronger stuff to take on top of the stuff I’m already prescribed. I dunno, I have to figure out the best way to detox or something. God bless you guys & please keep reviewing old rock like Skid Row 🇬🇧🇺🇸🇬🇧🇺🇸

[@mountainpeakcloud8442]

I'm very sorry to hear that you lost your father to Heroin when you were 11, I can't even imagine how difficult that must have been for you and your family. Heroin was a big problem at my high school, and I ended up losing 4 friends to it, and still have a few friends that struggle with the addiction to this day after about 20+ years. There are many destructive addictions, but Heroin is amongst the worst. One of my favorite bands, Alice in Chains, deal with the topic of drug addiction a lot in their songs, as the lead singer Layne Staley and other band members dealt with addiction for a long time. Sadly both Layne and their first bassist Mike Star both passed away from drug overdoses. I always found their music provided a unique perspective in regards to drug addiction, because a lot of it was written from the perspective of the addict, and documented the mind of the addict... I would recommend reacting to their song "Junkhead", as it's a brutally honest take on what it's like to be an addict.

[@mikekelly9368]

Sooo sorry to hear that brother, nobody should have to go through that

[@LN-Lifer]

Every teen boy had a skid row poster on his wall. But his girlfriend had Sebastian!

[@sonusworld5357]

Damn Good Job - Perfect Reaction Video- Keep Up The Good Work - You 2 Rock 🤘🤘

[@TheRealJonnyLaw]

Ty for sharing you two! This song always brings a tear to my eyes. I have a few friends who are suffering with addiction right now and they go through that cycle of getting better and then falling right back into the craziness. Please, if you pray, keep them in your prayers. Love you and God bless! ❤

[@tommanring5854]

You guys got 100. Appreciate your story thank you for this reaction. Love how Sebastian vocals moved just FYI one of the greatest metal singers of all time

[@SeanPFarley]

First of all, thank you for watching the video in its entirety without interrupting it to make comments. Next, I just love these reaction videos. I get to relive hearing great songs for the first time.

[@mr.kelley6556]

Actually you are correct about the song being written for Steven Adler but Skid Row as a whole wrote it for him.

[@MrHellford667]

I think there isnt a song he has put more feeling in than this one....Skid Row and Sebastian rule...

[@mikeferris408]

R.I.P. RICKY.. Steve.. God i miss you two.. so so so much! Sucks..

[@samuelelrod8472]

You've got to have good speakers for this one. Bach's pipes along with a band that's spot on. Wow!

[@lynnb751]

Addiction is timeless. Sorry for your loss my man. Thank you for sharing.

[@robertlewellen6749]

One of the most underrated singers of that time Sebastian Bach is. He's right up there with Axl Rose from guns and roses Eddie vedder from Pearl jam Layne Staley from Alice in chains and Chris Cornell. Those are the best in my opinion. I also met him at an AA meeting super nice guy

[@libertybell8852]

He's also incredibly brilliant! Lots of ppl don't know that about him either

[@LN-Lifer]

Sorry about your father man. Lost a few friends to OD and my best bud in 2006. He and I used to get high and rock this song

[@edgarbritz1663]

My favourite hair metal band 🤘

[@robertlewellen6749]

Also you got to check out I remember You by skid row. One of my favorite songs I think you'll agree

[@ericyoungstrom5745]

This was the first band I saw live, as a teen. I am not chasing the dragon but booze is my monkey as well as PTSD from 20 years of military service.

[@DarkAngel1985Mike]

This song hits me deep now because I’ve had 2 older sisters become drug addicts, one died last year of an od and the other might as well be dead because I don’t recognize her anymore and she lives off the grid with lowlifes me and my mom don’t know if she’s alive or dead because we are only able to get a hold of her once in a while

[@wesleymatthews6409]

Sorry for your loss brother!!!

[@ostumbling]

So sorry to here about your loss. :( I took my Niece and her 1 year old baby girl in when she got out of rehab. She had been addicted to every drug since she was twelve. Erica was clean for the first time in her life, maintained a steady job and we got custody of her child. I was so proud of her. When my niece moved out she got with the same old looser type of guy. There relationship was tumultuous and abusive. She became depressed. Erica was found in the bathtub next to a floating needle on her daughter's second birthday. The whole family was going to celebrate in the park that day. One of the saddest days of my life. Keep up the great reactions and thank you for sharing your story!

[@tiacalhoun3841]

Aww bless ur heart Shawn, so sorry to hear about ur dad brother…..my sister also overdosed, my husband and I adopted her 6 children

[@ericlweatherhog]

Great song to react to!! Skid Row has a damn fine Handful of great songs. The best screaming rock vocalist. Yeah, I said it. :)

[@martinhonan9588]

Powerful

[@Loverobloxedits828]

Another good voice is firehouse love of a lifetime

[@andylafferty3782]

H is the scourge of Bmore. My buddy is/ was addicted to it. Last I heard he was panhandling on Washington Blvd. I’ve lost loved ones to it. This song hits hard.

[@christopherleonard8313]

U definitely should react to skid row I remember you. His voice shines in that song. Trust me. Great reaction guys

[@brittanygidley1291]

react to their song called 18 and life by Skid Row if you haven’t yet! I love that song, first song I listened to them in middle school back in 2006.

[@adamstar7516]

Sorry you lost your Dad to this disease man. Bless.

[@jennypadeken3562]

Awesome!!! Please react to their song I'll Remember You!!! His vocals are out of this world 🌎

[@frankiebanali4202]

They are an awesome band. Please check out: I Remember You, Quicksand Jesus, In a Darkened Room. And, if you want some rockers, go with Big Guns, Youth Gone Wild, Slave to the Grind, 18 and Life.

[@shweetpotato]

my dad also o'd drugs and alcohol, he had just got paid, his friends stole all his money and left him there to die, I think I was 4 or so ..I don't cry for him, he chose that over me, he was dead by 25

[@marvelharris9540]

great review..... very relatable for a lot of families

[@williamwilson9283]

❤❤

[@mikejanow9927]

Try skid row quick sand Jesus. Just as good as wasted time I will love it. Love your videos Thank you.

[@vickiadkins9844]

Prayers for ya'll!

[@jasonhoff1177]

Oh you two are killing me softly/ these so gs are so powerful/ Sabation Bach is a great singer

[@melanielucas4155]

Sebastian Bach has one of the best voices ever!

[@tomasthebeliever]

🙌🙌🙌🙌

[@fitzeefreshvids1888]

Same band song “Quicksand Jesus” sorry for your loss losing someone close to fn drugs is so frustrating because it is such a stupid addiction also family killers as well, anybody ask for help is right for you believe it!

[@stonyhiggins7113]

I remember watching this as a kid and the ending scene scared the shit outta me. Kept me off drugs. Hard drugs anyway.

[@JimsonJameson]

Shit man. I know a thing or two about that. Much love.

[@lagronemikal]

I feel like most people miss "..and the HORSE stampedes, it rages..." along with the visuals of the white horse in the video. Obviously horse=heroin.

[@GiotheGhreat]

Any addiction is an emptiness in your soul. Search for God, be real and he would get you out of that!

[@bobbiholliday5961]

Pain has no color . Music has no color. But music can help all color. We all know if its a benefit.

[@aarongarrett6271]

No its late brother... but support.

[@Vyan00]

I appreciate that Black people are now starting to listen to Rock music - that's exactly what we all were trying to do back in the 90's when we part of the Black Rock Coalition with bands like Fishbone, RHCP and Tom Morello the guitarist from Rage Against the Machine and Audioslave. It would be nice if you guys would try listening to black rock artists like those and bands like Living Colour, King's X, 24/7 Spyz and Sevendust. LIke this example by Living Colour: kzbin.info/www/bejne/omrMe5KHfJalna8

[@brandyirizarry3827]

New sub!! Yal have excellent reactions. Please please do skid row 18 - life. And I remember you! And youth gone wild! He's still an amazing singer! Google him

[@KelliViti]

I got lucky. My family members are doing ok for now.

[@theshawnmurphyjournal2946]

Shannon Hoon of Blind Melon .

[@sonusworld5357]

Mel = Super Gorgeous 🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹

[@ftankpyle7253]

I lost my brother to drugs I miss him

[@profanepersonality]

I do drugs, but it is a recreational thing when it comes to hard shit. I am scarwd to do it anymorevecauae it isn't reguared and people cut it with deadly shit more now, than ever. Legalize everything and take the money from the WAR ON DRUGS, and put it into rehabilitation and treatment inatead. It has already been proven around the world to drop deaths and addiction.

[@richardbailey7558]

Man I HATE heroin

[@TheShrededward]

homegirl needs to stick to rap. She's just going through the motions.

[@TheAcolyte01]

I love it when (ok here we go but hear me out) seemingly hip-hop-only listeners react to good non hip hop music. This is how we achieve world peace! Rock on fellas!

[@mikejanow9927]

Try quick sand Jesus,slave to the grind, monkey business. But do quick sand Jesus first. If you liked wasted time you will love quick sand Jesus. You will not be disappointed with any of them. Love your videos . Thanks

[@watchfulofthesignsandtimes8963]

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