Alec Benjamin - Mind Is A Prison [Official Lyric Video]

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Creative Director: Clare Gillen
Director: Peter B. Samuels
Cinematography: Peter B. Samuels
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Production Assistant: Jeremy Reynoso
Production Company: IAMSOUND
Lyrics
I don't live in California, I'll inform you, that's not where I reside
I'm just a tenant, paying rent inside this body and I
Got two windows and those windows, well I'll call them my eyes
I'm just going where the wind blows, I don't get to decide
Sometimes I think too much, yeah, I get so caught up
I'm always stuck in my head
I wish I could escape, I tried to yesterday
Took all the sheets off my bed
Then I tied up my linen with five strips of ribbon I found
Scaled the side of the building
I ran to the hills till they found me
And they put me back in my cell
All by myself, alone with my thoughts again
Guess my mind is a prison and I'm never gonna get out
So they tranquilized me, analyzed me, threw me back in my cage
Then they tied me to an IV, told me I was insane
I'm a prisoner, a visitor inside of my brain
And no matter what I do, they try to keep me in chains
Sometimes I think too much, yeah, I get so caught up
I'm always stuck in my head
I wish I could escape, I tried to yesterday
Took all the sheets off my bed
Then I tied up my linen with five strips of ribbon I found
Scaled the side of the building
I ran to the hills till they found me
And they put me back in my cell
All by myself, alone with my thoughts again
Guess my mind is a prison and I'm never gonna get out
Said even if it's true, no matter what I do
I'm never gonna escape
I won't give up on hope, secure another rope
And try for another day
Said even if it's true, no matter what I do
I'm never gonna escape
I won't give up on hope, secure another rope
And try for another day
Then I tied up my linen with five strips of ribbon I found
Scaled the side of the building
I ran to the hills till they found me
And they put me back in my cell
All by myself, alone with my thoughts again
Guess my mind is a prison and I'm never gonna get out
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[@AlecBenjaminMusic]

THE ALBUM IS COMING MAY 29TH !!! pre order here : alecbenjamin.lnk.to/TheseTwoWindowsID

[@bluhamilton2485]

Man I wish I had the money to preorder rn

[@laurenb382]

I love your music, please be safe right now.

[@slugtwins3688]

😷🦠Hi!!!

[@irene6093]

uwuwuwu i cant wait for ittt

[@galemiller7422]

these lyrics hit home! Found the song oh my God. by accident very talented kid ❤️ 🙏❤️

[@AlecBenjaminMusic]

these are some of the most personal lyrics i've ever written .. was very nervous to share them with you .. hope you like it and i hope that if you relate to it in some way it helps to know that you aren't alone !

[@nursenkft9699]

I love you

[@Chickencee]

Amazing as always

[@lucjax_X]

Love this

[@sandta2266]

This song is amazing 😍

[@crimeinterrupted]

Alec Benjamin ; you’re truly amazing. Alec, you’re an inspiration and we love you so much!

[@ugh_editzz5833]

Why hasn’t he got a bigger audience? The dude has talent.

[@CinnahBaer]

It's getting there finally. I heard his song the radio a week ago, and my friend goes "oh I love this song!" and I had my first hipster moment of "I SHOWED THIS TO YOU MONTHS AGO AND YOU DIDN'T GIVE A SHIT" lol

[@CejaTV]

I know he'll get the bigger audience he truly deserves soon hes going at his own pace keeping his humbleness and happiness

[@rika-hc7mw]

I KNOW RIGHT

[@Wereld03]

Cinna Bear same, i was really happy to finally hear him on the radio

[@WrenIridium11]

@@CinnahBaer thats how me and my friends are for life lol

[@urdad2278]

"So Alec, do you want to be a storyteller or a songwriter?" Alec: *Y e s*

[@n0vistic_470]

Lol

[@camila-zc8ts]

lol

[@kodabuck225]

One in the same dude

[@sayakaonari8033]

Lol chain

[@bellalunagaming3541]

Lol and NF

[@bubblegum3707]

those people who can't relate to this song are so lucky

[@amelialalllalala3914]

hehe me

[@aumeshakya]

I know

[@ananyabanerjee778]

I wish I couldn't relate to this 😭😭😭

[@sweetteainthesummer9874]

I'm thankful I can't relate to this beautiful song, and praying for those who can. 🙏❤

[@grammarpolice8543]

I wish I couldn't relate. Schizophrenia is a bish

[@livelaughlovehoshi]

Therapy: *Expensive* Alec's songs: *free*

[@jina2521]

that's actually so fucking sad

[@naomihernandez2230]

Joon MyDude seriously thooo

[@thatmomfrnd]

even expensive girl be coming for this song

[@danaellison3216]

have you ever listened to NF hes amazing and is honestly like an amazing singer and rapper

[@xbangchanx3382]

Joon MyDude woojin? is that you?

[@nicosliles8624]

Who is better? Like: Alec Benjamin Comment: Alec Benjamin

[@neringa7649]

Seriously? How can all these people choose Alec Benjamin instead of Alec Benjamin? Terrible taste 😒

[@lovetteidk5150]

Hi

[@reddragon779]

Alec Benjamin 🖤🖤🖤

[@TheSinicanEmpire]

@@neringa7649 seriously tho 😪

[@marli1904]

Hard decision tbh

[@thecoffeygirls08]

When you are just so close to escaping your own mind trap, and then something happens and you are stuck again in the worst place possible....there are just no words to describe it

[@wendymotown9718]

Until Alec comes in.

[@lyricthegreat70]

Yeah it hurts man. @wendymotown9718 HAHAHA

[@baekhonews411]

Alec has the kind of voice that makes you cry just by listening

[@saravyas9727]

ikr

[@viixxxie]

His voice is...idk how to explain it, like my safe place

[@Quiznackle]

Unless you've lost the ability to cry...

[@defskill9484]

🙏😢

[@tovasamet5975]

Ik the first time I heard it the words spoke to me

[@luvellieee]

alec is definitely the most underrated and talented artist of this generation and it seriously annoys me how him and his music doesn’t get the attention it deserves. this is such a beautiful masterpiece

[@gulsumay7504]

also Zayn is so underrated :(

[@angel-4609]

You both actually don't know faouzia . I recommend listening to her songs ( born without a heart - tears of gold and heart grave ) she is so underrated and just 19 years old

[@dinamitxmars6525]

Also Yungblud is so underrated🖤

[@izukumidoriya8716]

Ok your opinion would have been correct a year ago but he’s very popular now I mean in just 2 hours the song has 159k veiws

[@vitorsantuz5543]

I like Cavetown too

[@JaveriaYousuf]

It's scary how almost everyone can relate to this song.

[@therealapj1466]

Yes, very true

[@marinapappas4883]

Zaparian Life Legos so true

[@miniarsonist9700]

Everyone who listens to him is depressed

[@soumikd794]

Why is everyone so edgy here?

[@itsmejustme4541]

Ture......

[@clouds7435]

This song hits so hard. It's talking about anxiety and depression.

[@jelle_maja3550]

it's about ocd but it represents anxiety in general pretty well

[@imaginaryfoe2178]

I don't think anyone'll read this, but this song literally changed me. It's not about quarantine. Thank you, Alec Benjamin, for writing such a masterpiece.

[@wendymotown9718]

Glad I'm not alone.

[@teresakimmich1056]

Me too

[@kimberlybogert7031]

Most definitely as well

[@tanid5095]

"I'm a prisoner a visitor inside of my brain" "Alone with my thoughts again" Feels good to see someone understands what it's like to feel that way.

[@Mafuyu24542]

You’re not the only one

[@elisabetaluca7369]

There are more people who feel this way than you think..

[@svftlilemrose]

👁 don’t discredit someone’s feelings...

[@tanid5095]

@@svftlilemrose thank you so much for standing by.. We don't need to validate ourselves to haters. Let them speak.

[@sarahburton3110]

Tani D Agree 💚

[@gorgonmedusa5801]

Autotune: I- Alec: I don't need you

[@mayisachowdhury9112]

He never will because his voice is an angle itself

[@Derpybaby707]

true

[@gorgonmedusa5801]

@@mayisachowdhury9112 true

[@beluga8956]

Sherlock Holmes: mind is a palace Alec Benjamin: hold it

[@amelialalllalala3914]

this is kinda underrated

[@dannyrecordsfandoms]

Yes! This is also what I think. Sometimes when Sherlock Holmes is struggling with a case he wouldn't eat or move and just stay in his mind palace try to solve the case. It makes John Watson very worried that Sherlock is trap in his mind palace. I guess this is the reason why I also like this Song because I can relate to it too.

[@theflower5148]

"so what do you need, money? Plants?" Alec: a window.

[@tamarabesic9032]

XD

[@Fatima-hj1gk]

this is literally the best way to end this year

[@motorolag634]

Ahora solo esperare a poder saber lo que dice :v C va a traducir* Rayos...nesesito aprender ingles :'D😶

[@iarenas]

También quiero aprender Inglés

[@ashraraymond6616]

Your amazing alec

[@roosvandenakker2901]

I loved your concert in Amsterdam xxx love you

[@gabymartins310]

thank you for that

[@tanishakhatri6511]

People's blurry eyes with tears after listening to this song is the only reason this song has got dislikes by mistake

[@gray1010]

Yes

[@shirinahmed1045]

Noice

[@chanshimusonda961]

Lol😂

[@sharmilabishnoi5892]

Mm hmm seems legit

[@francisruizyamba6149]

Yep its less than 1k now seems legit

[@datos3612]

Explaining your feelings is never easy. But this song explains a lot.

[@lizet5648]

“Put me back in my cell” “I’m a prisoner a visitor inside of my brain”. “ Wish I could escape” How those words hurt.

[@krinalimbachiya5530]

"I guess my mind is a prison and I'm never gonna get out" This hit REAL hard.

[@__heather__185]

It really did 💔

[@lailag2590]

Krina Limbachiya it did I read that when he sung it

[@miniarsonist9700]

Ikr

[@aintnobody1733]

@Juan Cortez Muro stfu

[@blackpastell7812]

Oof ik...

[@Val.Hearts]

I see most people in the comments talking about how the lyrics are relatable and how it is describing their depression and anxiety but for me its not I see you side about it but manipulative daydreaming is something I go through and like I said I see your point and how its about depression and anxiety but this is just how I see it

[@aresuwu6793]

alec has truly helped me through a lot. When i went through my first breakup he was there for me. Every time my parents fought he was there, and that was many times. Even just thinking of memories, he was there for me. thank you alec. you’re genuinely the best person i know. you’ve always been here for me. I know it sounds sappy but it’s the truth. ❤️

[@luvellieee]

seeing how relatable it is for everyone in the comments makes me so sad, i want to give everyone big hugs

[@TiktokVibes4]

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[@DMPTV]

*gives digital hug*

[@lewydewy2273]

Hug

[@luvellieee]

DMP.TV **hugs back uwu**

[@ledsef1899]

anastasia m thank you *also gives digital hug*

[@ellxmnop]

“I’m a tenant paying rent in my body” I don’t want this rental. Can I switch?

[@moehashim8442]

You referring to body or head?

[@chaoticcanadiancosplay3171]

Same dude sameee

[@beansoup_youtube]

There is a way it's called suicide

[@marysworld9760]

@@beansoup_youtube and it shouldn't be provoke

[@Three_dolla_min]

Meeeeee

[@AdisaKola]

I never get bored with this song, 1 million times hearing it

[@amandareid1112]

I don't live in California I'll inform you that's not where I reside I'm just a tenant Payin' rent inside this body and I Got two windows And those windows Well, I call them my eyes I'm just goin' where the wind blows I don't get to decide Sometimes I think too much Yeah, I get so caught up I'm always stuck in my head I wish I could escape I tried to yesterday Took all the sheets of my bed Then I tied up my linen with Five strips of ribbon I found Scaled the side of the buildin' I ran to the hills till they found me And they put me back in my cell All by myself Alone with my thoughts again Guess my mind is a prison and I'm never gonna get out So they tranquilized me Analyzed me Threw me back in my cage Then they tied me to an IV Told me I was insane I'm a prisoner A visitor inside of my brain And no matter what I do They try to keep me in chains Sometimes I think too much Yeah, I get so caught up I'm always stuck in my head I wish I could escape I tried to yesterday Took all the sheets of my bed Then I tied up my linen with Five strips of ribbon I found Scaled the side of the buildin' I ran to the hills till they found me And they put me back in my cell All by myself Alone with my thoughts again Guess my mind is a prison and I'm never gonna get out Said even if it's true No matter what I do I'm never gonna escape I won't give up on hope Secure another rope And try for another day Said even if it's true No matter what I do I'm never gonna escape I won't give up on hope Secure another rope And try for another day Then I tied up my linen with Five strips of ribbon I found Scaled the side of the buildin' I ran to the hills till they found me And they put me back in my cell All by myself Alone with my thoughts again Guess my mind is a prison and I'm never gonna get out

[@lxsa.]

only alec can get me addicted to a song before it's even out

[@sxlitcire]

Same

[@x3band951]

Ikr

[@woop8481]

Omg ikr

[@awake985]

relatable

[@farkaslan1589]

same

[@lindsaymacdonald765]

This song has only been out for 5 hours and it already means the world to me.

[@sophiachanco3184]

Lindsay Macdonald Same man

[@Vampiislay]

Lindsay Macdonald same

[@gorgonmedusa5801]

Samee❤

[@hassjackspirit8879]

Same

[@yauiz7922]

When I found Alec on Spotify, I regret to say it was by mistake. But after listening to only one song, Boy in the bubble, I was brought to tears. I kept listening to his songs and couldn't wait until more came out. Alec, you are amazing at singing and saying what others are feeling. Please don't ever stop singing and showing people that even if they think there isn't a door there will be a window. ~M

[@willowwolf7945]

Honestly to me it feels like the world is a prison and my mind is my escape.

[@Clementine3107]

I can relate

[@kriti1614]

OMG WAIT UR SO RIGHT-

[@janahmed1037]

Went through both phases 🥲

[@Ir1sss_]

Same

[@shashisharma3707]

it can be vice versa and both conditions at same time

[@shahidsorry7320]

The fact that everyone can relate to these lyrics proves something.

[@starrynight1165]

Mental health is declining rapidly in many people.

[@bloodlove93]

Everyone? Not me. Good song but I can't relate. I like solitude and being alone, I enjoy being away from others. And it's best for others that I stay away. My mind is the one peaceful place I have.

[@Thrips97]

Shahid Sorry your take is trash.

[@analiese4512]

Exactly

[@sabaaamir328]

Reapers breath last death u r a lucky person cuz there r many with ocd and who have trouble in many ways who realate to dis song ..(like me 😅)

[@sadie3285]

"I'm just a tenant paying rent inside this body and" I don't like this rental anymore

[@TiredHeathen101]

Me either...

[@eheh5907]

Shall we move out?

[@kpop_islove3225]

Me too.

[@rice2222]

lets move then lol

[@andreajosefine6904]

Wow, it’s amazing how a song can make me feel so depressed, but also help me feel less depressed at the same time. I mean, this song makes me cry, but it also makes me realize I’m not alone😭 Thank you Alec, your music is out of this world, there is no words that can describe how amazing you are😭❤️

[@alyssalanders7437]

As a sufferer of anxiety, depression, trauma and possible OCD - these lyrics hit so hard. There are days where I just can’t get out of my head or stop dissociating and it’s so exhausting. Therapy has helped so much but it’s still nice to hear this song and know past me wasn’t alone and future me will never be alone either. 🖤

[@sakurafeathers691]

"Why don't you fight and escape?" *"They're too strong"*

[@sav2531]

well can we appreciate how many times he wrote on a window?

[@dread200]

Lmao he didn't do that. That's editing.

[@_Tundrra_]

I feel like that comment was a joke, not sure though

[@dread200]

@@_Tundrra_ that's what I thought at first. But when I saw his profile picture in knew he wasn't joking lel.

[@extensioncord2202]

@@hannahhill8200 that's what I was thinking then I thought oh it's probably edited

[@sav2531]

its a joke chill bro

[@addisontaylor366]

I have a question.... why is this guy so damn good at writing songs?

[@adamantiumm1101]

It's called drive and talent

[@hazeld8016]

This song reminds me of dissociation perfectly. Specifically depersonalization derealization disorder and dissociative identity disorder, both of which I have. This song is definitely the most relatable song that exists for me. What a masterpiece.

[@harshvardhan5739]

Teacher: How to spell underrated? Me: Alec Benjamin Thank you for so many likes guys 💓

[@dariaiacob507]

i would get pretty jealous if he gets too famous

[@emaklodin209]

@@dariaiacob507 i would too ,but cmon he deserves all the fame and the love in the world bc he works so hard, he is amazing and so talented.

[@dariaiacob507]

@@emaklodin209 u got me there

[@chaeratonic]

He has 2 mil...

[@teenagekicks9765]

He's not the only one

[@crueltothecity]

He doesn't have bad songs. And his voice is so relaxing.

[@shadowyblackwolf]

Ikr

[@manjukothari4467]

Nobody has bad songs It's just our perspective

[@paolotolentino505]

Who said he has bad songs??

[@UnknownUser-pi4yq]

@@manjukothari4467 thats actually really true

[@torivillagomez1209]

It's smooth right

[@EtheralCaelifer]

When I first went through every single one of Alec’s songs about 3-4 years ago, this one hadn’t caught my attention that much. Now it’s arguably the most accurate and personal song I have. Alec gets humanity more than humanity does.

[@fxnrl__]

In my opinion This song represents social anxiety pretty well- Just me? Okay-

[@raiden3700]

Imo it mainly just represents anyone's mind, being trapped in your own head and in your own thoughts can happen to literally anyone, no matter if you're depressed, have anxiety, anything. It's what makes the song so good imo, it's extremely relateable for anyone.

[@kittkatplayz6122]

nah you aint alone

[@jaymistephens519]

To me its ab suicide. He's trying to escape his mind. How do you do that? You unalive yourself. But his attempts fail, he's saved. But he doesn't want to be and tries again. Idk. To each their own

[@sheeky2310]

Yep, very accurate

[@alisonjennings2828]

I literally have the worst social anxiety I listen to this song so much because it just describes me

[@chrisim1288]

_“i won't give up on hope, secure another rope and try for another day..”_ god i hope he's doing okay..

[@DexioCh]

I'm pretty sure this song isn't completely about suicide. It seems more like he is trying to explain how he wishes he could stop overthinking things so much (which a lot of people, including me, relate to) and he just wants to be free of the burdens or whatever the people in the song represent.

[@florinanguyen7749]

Dexterity I agree I think this song is a metaphor and not literal and very open to interpretation to give it meaning to each individual who listens to it :)

[@beansyaya]

It sounds more to me like he's tied up in his own thoughts, and he's telling them to go away, cause he doesn't wanna feel trapped anymore :)

[@softshadesofblue]

"I wont give up on hope, secure another rope. and try for another day." This is how I talk myself to fight back the thoughts inside my mind.

[@Smol_Adamm]

When I read this comment that part was going it was like it was knew I was gonna see it

[@silentreaper1017]

*i don't live in California* "Cool",said 49 other states

[@swiftshots_]

This song gives me the chills of being prisoned in my mind

[@kunimobilegaming4176]

"Alone with my thoughts again, guess my mind is a prison and I'm never gonna get out" The most scary yet relatable lyrics of the song. This hit most of the listeners hard.

[@champie3368]

Me everyday

[@safiyahjenner8545]

true true

[@extensioncord2202]

Okay imma listen to it ONE more time **plays it 12 more times**

[@destinyocasio6952]

Meeeeee

[@mdharris9405]

Relate

[@Potato-of7gf]

Lmao I think I have listened to this 24 times

[@extensioncord2202]

@@Potato-of7gf same

[@Mrtash-xm3gt]

Same

[@ricardogo2487]

This guy has been my best comforter this past few terrible days. Love his songs so much. all are meaningful and true.

[@rachael2]

I remember I found this song as soon as it's out for the first time, 5am in the morning 3 years ago. I cried so much and put this on repeat. Now I'm all okay and happy knowing Im not alone. Ever since then, Ive become his huge fan. Thank you Alec

[@joseyposey2683]

He played this at his last concert in Norway, and I’m so happy to hear it again because the first time I didn’t get all the lyrics Edit: omg this is the first time I’ve ever gotten likes on a comment! Thank you♥️

[@ethelbach]

Josefine Also in Cologne😊

[@TomLe1]

How is everything this man releases so lyrically brilliant

[@kaildornbusch5169]

I couldn't tell you but it's pretty amazing

[@animun8158]

Some person: “You can’t make good music with story’s” Alec: “hold my coke”

[@hannahtrevors2651]

People should use this song to explain how ANXIETY and DEPRESSION feel.

[@catastrophic5447]

The dislike button was pressed because the tears covered their vision.

[@chronicle2639]

Most likely robots tho cuz if not I would be triggered

[@nathand7678]

His* 😩

[@BlackMesaScp]

@@nathand7678 what

[@m.catlett2291]

Can't judge how emotional people get!😔😉

[@moehashim8442]

Less than 500

[@napqueen4493]

"I'm always stuck in my head, I wish I could escape". That hit me so hard, 'cause now, I'm really trying to deal with my head, but this is so damn difficult. Sometimes, is stronger than me.

[@avvroras]

I feel you too...Stay strong💕Also I wish you the best💕

[@chihiro8758]

Same 😔

[@youthfulbloom9552]

I know how you feel but just remember that it won’t always be this way. And when it does change, you’ll look back on how strong you were during this difficult time 💛

[@aimeekuilman7180]

i will NEVER shut up about the fact that this kid is SO SO talented!!! Literally my favorite singer-songwriter his voice is so unique! I dont get why he doesn’t have as much fans as other artists who arent half as talented as he is. Assuming he probably writes from his own experience- and made a poetic well worded song out of it truly amazes me

[@aislingonzales]

Fun fact, he’s not a kid

[@zsugabugga]

hits different when you’re suffering from ocd and your thoughts slowly kill you

[@noah5943]

Who is waiting for "Singing my new song to strangers!! " Definitely meeee

[@Kaatherian]

meeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee

[@leireat7407]

Imagine someone taking a shower for hours to film de whole lyrics. What a masterpiece ❤️❤️

[@chloegantz]

It makes me sad that 90% of our world will relate your this song. Guys please lift each other up bc some people really need it, even if you don’t think so.

[@shwoorp]

its amazing how each lyric tells a story by itself

[@lhyyy1291]

I love this line "Im a prisoner, a visitor inside of my brain"

[@StormyXV]

guess my mind is a prison and i'm never gonna get out ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

[@winwin-nq4kr]

Same

[@arpitanshuman8933]

Music Labels: "No artist can give back to back hits." Alec: Your Mind Is a prison.

[@peepeegal941]

Arpit Anshuman then there is Why Don’t we, Alec Benjamin, Melanie Martinez, Bazzi, mxmtoon and many more

[@ssapphire666]

@@peepeegal941 yesss in a why don't we interview, Alec was calling Jonah

[@princeythegreat3184]

Grace2406 gacha so true!

[@arpitanshuman8933]

@@peepeegal941 yup, that's totally true...

[@kid._.robbe8744]

Yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery, but today is a gift.

[@nityasethi8429]

u got that from shi fu right?

[@kid._.robbe8744]

Now

[@AURAH_Music]

AND THATS WHYYY i love alec's music so much. it isn't like most people's in the industry. it's unique because they're all full stories of their own and not only about relationships and breakups, it's from every stage of life. and even if it's an old song, for me it'll never be. I also started songwriting last year at 16, and got a lot of inspo from him. I CANT IM BLUSHINŹ k anyways, I'm almost a year doing songwriting and would love to share my music too someday, and especially making Alec hear it too because without knowing him, I dont know what i'd do. THERE ARE TONZ OF PEOPLE WHO RELATE TO U BRO UR NOT ALONE

[@renegaderenegade4522]

i’m in school and i’m listening to this secretly. dedication.

[@meggie19]

sunnystarss yt 👌🏻👌🏻

[@zoeg.563]

We stan a savage lol

[@anonymement6499]

Then watch out

[@EvanBoroch]

You mean prison?

[@neonpug7748]

Yess :)

[@kaitchi7196]

*LYRICS* I dont live in California I'll inform you, that's not where I reside I'm just a tenant paying rent inside this body and I Got 2 windows and those windows well I'll call them my eyes I'm just going where the wind blows I dont get to decide Sometimes I think too much Ya I get so caught up I'm always stuck in my head I wish I could escape I tried to yesterday Took all the sheets off my bed Then I tied up my linen with 5 strips of ribbon I found Scalled the side of the building I ran to the hills till they found me And they put me, back in my cell All by myself, alone with my thoughts again I guess my mind is a prison and I'm never gonna get out So they tranquilized me, analyzed me Threw me back in my cage Then they tied me to an I'v told me I was insane I'm a prisoner, a visitor Inside of my brain And no mather what I do they try to keep me in chains Sometimes I think too much Ya I get so caught up I'm always stuck in my head I wish I could escape I tried to yesterday Took all the sheets off my bed Then I tied up my linen with 5 strips of ribbon I found Scalled the side of the building I ran to the hills till they found me And they put me, back in my cell All by myself, alone with my thoughts again I guess my mind is a prison and I'm never gonna get out Said even if It's true No matter what I do I'm never gonna escape I wont give up on hope Secure another rope And try for another day Said even if It's true No matter what I do I'm never gonna escape I wont give up on hope Secure another rope And try for another day Then I tied up my linen with 5 strips of ribbon I found Scalled the side of the building I ran to the hills till they found me And they put me, back in my cell All by myself, alone with my thoughts again I guess my mind is a prison and I'm never gonna get out

[@ashergillette1689]

Dude it’s a lyric video... why would we need this?

[@Buggabuu7753]

You my friend are dedicated

[@auraxx7296]

Thanks, that helps a lot those who aren't english native speakers like me. Cause the lyrics comes so fast in the video.

[@extro523]

Queen of the Memes it helps none English speakers... why do we need your input?

[@funkyfun9226]

@@ashergillette1689 did you even read the first reply?

[@Ellie-2010]

Cmon people!!! Alec is extremely UNDERRATED!! People doing dumb things have more fans then him!! Give some love to Alec!!!!!!! -the kid who loves Alec more then any other singer ever

[@lucid._love]

I can't believe I just found this song out, personally I think this song is the best way to cope with depression.(my opinion)

[@nelleyyy6369]

Whenever Alec releases a song it’s a story he took from his heart. That is bravery Edit: thx so much for 420 likes!! U guys are great!🥰❤️

[@ryleee3568]

Yup qwq

[@sasukeghoul3624]

@Elizabeth Davis listen to witt lowry he also does stories on his raps he's so good

[@MonkeyWrench1]

This is what music should be

[@venomicity]

I made this songs cover 😊

[@kazukoaria2282]

10 more seconds i know its gonna be cool already- edit: his voice is goals

[@MooneyHeadache]

This song is my favorite of Alec’s. It almost perfectly represents my life with Misophonia. Every day this is how I feel, completely trapped in my mind that is cursing me with insane anxiety and worry, knowing no one I know is going to be there for me. My mind betrays me and I feel like I can’t trust my thoughts even though they are the only thing keeping me sane.

[@anarchic_lupus8184]

This was posted last year on my brithday, I remember listening to it and I, on such a scary level, related to the lyrics. Just a message to you all, you're amazing no matter who says otherwise. Keep your chin up, don't look down, and keep thriving. Don't let anyone get to you, people see beautiful things and want to break them - that's why they target you. They want to break you but don't let them. Keep on going and know that I'm here to talk if any of you need to.

[@papasscooperiaworker3649]

Me: I want to hang out with friends and have so much fun in life Also me: * Depression gets in the way of me accomplishing that * Me: 0:50

[@DMPTV]

You can have it all! Don't let depression kill you! You are so much more worth than that.

[@itssaxx5663]

mood

[@funkyfun9226]

At first I looked at this and cringed. And then I realized, I'm the exact same way but so much worse. Also I'd never write this xD

[@rebeccaruiz9398]

This is why I love his music. The lyrics are relatable. His lyrics are real and come from his heart. Not just about money and fame like other singers make their songs about.

[@andreibalasa745]

or about boobs and butts

[@huihui9990]

This is literally me and my sisters jam for late nights when we can't sleep. We couldn't go on the internet for a while but when we found this song again, it brings back so many memories. Love you Alec.

[@yukixuyuki7839]

i love rain

[@StormyXV]

same

[@Clementine3107]

Same

[@drashwinbhagwat4819]

It's almost scary.. how everyone can relate to this song!

[@naybae7523]

Its interesting how yoongi stans relate 99% with this song xdd armyss ey ey

[@amara734]

@@naybae7523 dont expose us like that-

[@drashwinbhagwat4819]

Yoongi is the beeeessssttt

[@bhavnashrimali4519]

There is no better way to end a fucked up year like 2019 to end! Thanks Alec!

[@lol-du8ku]

PERIOD

[@stapermeitei6984]

Yeah rly fuck up year

[@cheyennelvcy]

or to end a fucked up decade

[@omgemojiis2603]

I thought I was the only one who had a pretty horrible year. But it also got better in September but it only lasted for that month. So yeah. Good to know I'm not the only one

[@bhavnashrimali4519]

Cheer Up everyone, New Year is around the corner!

[@davsdocproject2039]

Its poetry..its meaningful.. Its a story..its a song..Its amazing!!

[@emie3323]

The reason I love Alec Benjamin is because , before I found this music I was always feeling alone like no one understood my pain , now that I’ve found this channel , it made me feel less depressed. In my personal opinion , people WANT to hear the popular new rap , pop etc. But people NEED to hear this Edit , thanks for all the the likes , I’m shook

[@f.m.b.767]

❤

[@giahuy9368]

100% agree with u

[@shelbybunch241]

FAX

[@lexxes564]

i only hear to songs like these

[@mamathaahemanth6276]

a word.

[@hansilot4509]

Me: **having* *a* *bad* *day** Alec: *exists* Me: *am* *cured.*

[@owenpugh7195]

help need u if up jp up me Hit

[@staceyyoung6969]

Same

[@avianzz]

such a mood

[@ayeshashakeel3771]

this is the first time ive ever listened to him. Needed this. I was feeling anxious and yt just recommends this.

[@kykyptat2564]

I wish it was that easy..

[@Raccoon_Kitchen]

Damn Alec's songs are the best. Whenever I am needing some therapy I got his music. Honestly he deserves more popularity.

[@arethamanar9613]

OMG, IKR!!!! Im a really big fan 😆😆😆

[@mehzabinaziz3537]

family problems are the reason why i hear you i love you i love your songs its an escape for me

[@ya_boi_issac2153]

Nobody: The 30 people that disliked: Me: I just wanna talk to him I just wanna talk

[@TiktokVibes4]

Alec Benjamin - Mind Is A Prison LYRICS kzbin.info/www/bejne/iqrFfXuKnbOaoMk

[@FRICKENPENNY]

datboi memeguy I’m not Alec Benjamin, but I’m here, you can talk to me if you want to. I know you don’t know me, but I’m here, and I’ll listen to whatever you say.

[@yuliafernandita4283]

DKDKKDKD XD

[@prithishagill268]

Wolf Girl I say that every time someone comments something like this

[@FRICKENPENNY]

Prithisha Gill Sometimes people just need someone to talk to.. If I have the chance to help someone in any way shape or form, I help.

[@sarvottmasanghmitra1084]

What hits me the most is that almost everyone can relate to this

[@emilybucklew]

I suffer from OCD, along with several other mental illnesses, and this song hit hard on a very emotional level. I guess it's just nice to know that there are others out there that feel the same way I do.

[@defskill9484]

I got you bro.....i feel the same.....🖤

[@asherkat5853]

Sorry you feel this way :((

[@zeldatheprincess1942]

❤were listening 🎧

[@fedora2489]

Someone please give this boy a thousand hugs on my behalf.

[@user-ye4oh7ve6u]

this is how I feel when I have my panic attacks, it’s a horrible thing to deal with. This song really comforted me, well done 🥺

[@SyntheticCyberHunter]

Yeah same...

[@ashlqk]

how do u feel when u have panic attacks? I've heard people talking about it often.

[@SyntheticCyberHunter]

@@ashlqk Its different for everyone but for me it's the feeling of no love and going crazy inside my mind. The feeling that everyone just looks away from you and your problems

[@user-ye4oh7ve6u]

ashley, I start breathing really heavily so almost like you’ve just finished a race but with the anxiety and crying included it’s really horrible

[@SyntheticCyberHunter]

@@user-ye4oh7ve6u Same but while that is happening my brain starts going everywhere and what I said before starts to consume my thoughts

[@four0406]

My Playlist Right Now : 1) Let me down slowly 2) Mind is a prison Repeat.

[@vamscrie3284]

FactioN ...

[@ganadarabamasaha2013]

Same👐

[@tiskeris9501]

3) if i killed someone for you

[@maryamnaser1552]

Add jesus in la to your playlist :) and repeat like heCK

[@jamiepickett5997]

I'm just gonna recommend journey to the lowest place on earth its am amazing song

[@CaydanceS]

It's hard to believe this masterpiece is already a year old

[@rand0m_wr1ter]

This is one of my favorite songs by Alec. It's relatable and the chorus is fire. Can't express how much I appreciate this song

[@DonnyJ]

Songwriting at its finest. This is a masterpiece Alec. Let's write a song together! 🔥

[@Derpybaby707]

true

[@syafawani3973]

"I'm just a tenant paying rent inside this body.." so me rn..love from Malaysia

[@karinphilip2654]

This is one of the only songs that I fully relate to, this is one of the issues that's hard to put into words... Alec you did it PERFECTLY, please continue to make relatable music like this, you are the best songwriter and singer EVER♡ I've been listening to this song non-stop since last week Sunday☆

[@jacoblee4353]

I really love how he tells a story with each song, all of his songs seem like they're really long extended metaphors.

[@jamiepickett5997]

Anyone else hit like before the music started???? No? Just me? Ok Edit: thanks for the likes I was not expecting this many people to relate to that

[@lvi3011]

Nah me too

[@abdulrahmanelassadi5434]

I did

[@bethbrave]

Yes! Me too.

[@meyo2462]

Me too not just you

[@pickllespatootie]

Mee