Living The Dream with Ronnie Radke

On a sick day off from the Evening With Falling In Reverse tour, which raised funds for the Living The Dream Foundation, frontman Ronnie Radke spoke to AP about the intimate, acoustic run--the motivation behind it, what he learned along the way and the message he has for his fans now that he's a father.
He also gives us a quick update on his and FIR's plans for 2014.
The Living The Dream Foundation: www.livingthedr...
Falling In Reverse: www.fallinginre...
APTV: altpress.com/aptv

[@megg6289]

You can see his past in him. Tragic, sucess, and maturity

[@dcgames2619]

To get signed to the same label twice with 2 different bands, I consider to be very lucky

[@pukljica]

Agree, Iam so glad for him! Hes a fighter💗

[@coreas95]

He is not a bad person you guys, he made mistakes, stupid mistakes; but that's why is he a human being.

[@eva-vs1zu]

He made me cry when he talked about self self-harming... And about the 1 year old girl who passed away from cancer... For a second I thought he's gonna cry... It was so hard to say that what happened with the little girl. But he is happy that he can makes the little girl's mother smile. Ronnie you are amazing.

[@alexanderdaniel210]

I literally got pissed at so many people while reading these comments. He doesnt do drugs anymore. He has been clean for over 4 years. He talks that way because of the effects the drugs had on him in the past. He stopped doing all types of drugs many years ago. So stop saying that he still gets high because he doesnt.

[@lostmyselfe]

thank you for saying that! really, i love you for that!

[@kawaiidinosour9142]

thank u for realizing that because people can change!!!!!! =)

[@rebekahgonzales4891]

Dustin J preach 👌👏

[@richardbutts8810]

Dee AK47Mob people are fucking stupid. Look at Ozzy that guy has been clean for awhile now still can't talk lol.

[@hannahwitham4842]

Bear Cub im with you on that one

[@annaf2370]

Everyone: *talking about how they’re proud of him for turning his life around* Me: “How tf is he so hot?”

[@xsatans_childx2105]

I'm both, proud of him, and damn he's hot😂

[@Sammijeanjellybean]

Dude thats what im saying ugh 😩😩😩

[@marque1313]

smart, talented guy. so glad he got off drugs and turned his life around.

[@SubsWithnovideochallenge-kf8zs]

Now look at him

[@alexhein6386]

marque1313 yeah. He learned his lesson. Not to be around bad people and stuff.

[@arianashanellreyburngrande]

😢 he was never on drugs

[@marque1313]

@@arianashanellreyburngrande Reflecting on that period of his life, Radke told Jericho that he went to county jail addicted to opiates, recalling, "They're not fun withdrawing in jail. You don't get all the benefits of withdrawing in your bed. It was awful. Let's put it like that.”Aug 31, 2022

[@okamikiba5477]

Ronnie is so inspiring. Just his story and how he got by is so amazing.

[@aliciaschroeder7212]

When he talked self harm it hit me hard. I am recovering and thia band along with a couple others has been so instrumental in that. Thank you guys for always being there for me even though you don't even know of my existance

[@asholafos9299]

I'm really proud of you even if you don't see this comment. Btw I love your username and profile pic. Keep running.🖤

[@davie405]

u misspelled “this”

[@go_t0mmo_go]

@@davie405 holy shit this person is talking about how they are recovering from sh and the band basically saved their life why tf does it matter

[@scottmason2245]

I know this video is old, but I just wanna say falling in reverse is a God send. I'm 50 years old and its awesome to hear another band come out and play with purpose. Theres no doubt what these kids were put here on earth for and I appreciate the fuukk out of it. What's life without music

[@jasminewood2311]

im 16 i love his music and he is the reason why i stopped cutting

[@kawaiidinosour9142]

good 4 u

[@oooimstraight4jimin321]

heythereimjasmine sameeeeeeee ahh

[@ryanlion8848]

keep your head up pal :)

[@oceanaxxx7851]

I thought he was going to cry when he was talking about the little girl, you can tell he was upset in his voice

[@raymondfisk7607]

I know right

[@carolinakowalczyk9574]

I'm in college now, and this guy raised me (Music wise). The fact that he thought about us, the Latin American fans and came, and gave us the best show of our lives is amazing to me. I though meeting him was like a dream that was never gonna happend, it was in my bucket list, but then I got to hug him and gave him a present I made for him when I was 14 years old, when I was a stupid little inmature girl. I became that girl as soon I saw him, I forgot I had a job and was all grown up, I acted like a 13 year old, and I don't regret it. Thanks for the awesome memories, I

[@MaddieMoons]

This guy is just amazing, love ya Ronnie

[@torisheets123]

For all u people in the comments saying he's high , u should know he has ben clean for over four years.

[@JoshuaDracul]

I literally saw him perform less than twelve hours ago in Nashville and yes he was FUCKED on coke..thanks

[@theprospect5888]

Mr Dracul how do you know?

[@carrot9059]

​@@JoshuaDracul how would you know? if he was "fucked on coke" chances are he wouldve had a hard time getting on the stage from the noise or paranoia

[@sickkiwebb]

Love fir I'm 43 but I'm also a writer guitarist who knows Badass guitarist and singer writers bravo Ronnie you guy's rock

[@MrOphen]

You all haters don't fucking understand what Ronnie has been through, he got betrayed, into prison 2 years, quit drugs, too many things. God! Understand him, his a good person but he's been through so much, so sometimes he explodes, but he's a good guy.

[@lovelyrenee6395]

I'm 38 and just got obsessed with your music like in the past two weeks and I wake up to you guys and go to bed listening to you guys. I love your music more than any other music out there. Best band in the world by far!!!

[@dinokidrocks]

Ronnie inspire me not to drugs no more and drinking and im living my life in a different way

[@baela7160]

I love Falling In Reverse and Ronnie so much, and my dad surprisingly loves Falling In Reverse too, even though he likes mainly metal or classic rock. My point is I think FIR is the only band considered "emo" that actually a bunch of adults love too. With FIR, it's not just the teenage girls or boys, it's everyone.

[@FeEdThEmAcHiNe23]

Ronnie, I have been listening to Falling in Reverse for a few months now, and I have heard so many terrible things about you. I will admit I didn't like what I heard, but now I see that you are a good person. Nobody can be perfect, we're all human beings that make mistakes. You seem like an epic guy. You're really talented and I'm so glad I found your band.

[@kayleemcdaniel6995]

no to kids like me to teens to adults like mothers and father's "whispers" "I love u Ronny Radke"

[@boo2468]

Ronnie is a terrific guy. I'm 13 and I'm currently being raised by him. He has helped me through the hardest of times and I couldn't thank him much more. Thank you Ronnie

[@peacheyearth]

I personally adore this guy to pieces. Nobody else's opinion affects mine and I like it that way ;)

[@arianfiroozi6127]

Easily shouts and swear in public but shy to say a few words in front of camera. I totally understand this guy

[@MReynaArte]

dude i am 62 and a fan my kids took me the Rockzilla concert in Ivine Ca. I was in the pit with them ..the music , the band is bad ass

[@bindithorne6446]

Ive been listening to escape the fate since i was 15. Im 28 now and a mum but I love Ronnie still

[@maddyschultz7151]

Ronnie means a lot to me alright

[@joshuablair3760]

I started crying when he talked about cutting and how it makes him sad to see it.

[@timothybybee7241]

One of my greatest inspirations in Life . Dudes Amazing and really has a beautiful heart and soul..

[@violetvonrose9733]

Teen girls to 47 year old women flashing him and singing all the lyrics XD

[@ronnienunez7938]

😂😂😂

[@cvnic]

+Violet VonRose I first read "Teen girls flashing to 47 year old women singing all the lyrics" wtf o.o

[@kw9801]

I'm a 34 year old woman. I would consider flashing him. He IS attractive. Don't know any of their lyrics though 🤣

[@chevellecarr8644]

@@kw9801 lmao

[@Mommyslilbabygurl]

People don't understand, Ronnie Radke grew up. He's 31 years old, he's growing wiser. Just stop talking shit about him, lol. The past is the past & Ronnie is great.

[@aflawedhuman2046]

Damn so he's pushing 40 now, time flies damnit lol

[@exrawe]

This is why he is my idol 😊💓

[@skzjulie]

And this is one of the reasons why I like Ronnie.

[@DetaoMakesMusic]

A lot of people hate him, but he's one of the most influential people in my success as a father, husband and as a man. I made a lot of bad choices, but I accept them openly, because they remind me of the person I never want to be again. Thank you Ronnie ♥️

[@mikegraham9986]

Hes so amazing I can't wait to see him next week!!!

[@kashifbilgrami]

2he just looks so happy now. He has like this new light about him. ever since the alt press videos its like a darkness has been lifted from him

[@karkoko888]

I love Ronnie and none of my friends understand why I like him or listen to his music, they think he is dumb because he went to jail, but even if he did commit those crimes it has been a while since that has happened so he has learnt from his mistakes

[@hdiwjd690]

Besides, he wasn't put in jail for the murder. He didn't have anything to do with that. It was something else. Forgot what but it broke parole

[@iliveinyourcloset6287]

@@hdiwjd690 he had brass knuckles in his pocket

[@billylawrence5014]

I was at that show in Chicago...such a great time.

[@SinisterHitman33]

Hey bro I was at the Show with you in Indiana at the Emerson.

[@xxthatfreakxx]

Cried so hard... Ronnie is turning his life around and you can see how much happier he is. I may not follow in his footsteps, however I sure as hell will be there when he reaches the end of his path.

[@robertmcbride8364]

I hate how much people bash him, he's a great person:)

[@cheyennerose4716]

when he talks about fans and all that it makes me cry.

[@ellat4530]

He seems so sad when he's talking about these topics. You can see past him in this video and I love it.

[@joshuamaldonado2489]

lot of respect for this guy.

[@SophieInDigital]

He's a neat person, not many would make it back from heavy drug addiction. He's gotta get some Credit for that.

[@chilir2780]

I love these very chill interviews they’re really good

[@1595tatiana]

Can't wait for the mixtape to come out :)

[@Grassy183]

I've never really been a fan of him or his music but this really made me respect him much more. People shouldn't hate on him, he is only a human being.

[@nubewoods1368]

Oooohhh!!! Waiting for the Mixtape

[@kclynn563]

love this,and ronnie radke cant wait for the mixed tape! :) STOKED!

[@MrDante674]

I finally get to see FIR and ETF next week! I am so excited. I've always wanted to see both of them since they both started. EXCITED!!!

[@beautiful9512]

You're lucky :(

[@zoecrouch5822]

This video made me cry!

[@CocoSpuzzillo]

I'm 26 and I'm a fan of the band, I have been though since the Escape the Fate days and alot of my friends my age are fans

[@victorealong4224]

I'm glad that I love this man. ❤

[@tabithamoore3734]

This is a very touching video! Ronnie is so sweet!

[@teddybundy2084]

you may not want to follow in his footsteps like he said, but. He’s still one of the best role models I’ve ever seen. His life went so downhill from addiction, jail etc, and look at where he is now. For anyone struggling with drug addiction or anything at all really, i really think he’s a great guy to look up to if you’re trying to recover. I haven’t personally gone through a substance addiction but I do battle with mental health problems and minor addictions but I’ve been looking up to Ronnie since my childhood and everything I’ve overcome in my life was by the help of ronnie and his music and his attitude towards bs in the world. Every bit of confidence I have and structure I’ve built to not be a sensitive mess was from him. He had to overcome a lot to get where is is now, and he did that... so it makes me think that I can too.

[@xBarussinkax]

omg, I cant believe I am going to see you in just 17 days'!!

[@julietcoates1471]

the mixtape was fire

[@doriaklobucar1558]

Ronnie is a good soul. Love him alot :)

[@madisinkopta165]

Im huge Fan and I just love him so much and he compleates my live he is on bucket list I wanna meet him beforeni die and im 12 :)

[@haileymotley2021]

he's such a good guy😍😭❤

[@kaylanearhoff8406]

ronnie i love you im only 10 you rock i dont care if you went to jail you are my hero

[@Amanda-eo7kv]

All people see In this amazing man are the bad things. They can't see past the bad things he's done. We all make mistakes and you have to learn to build on them and not let them haunt you. Turn the bad into good. He's been through hell and he turned it into music, not just any music, music that has changed and saved so many people! He's let others know that no matter how hard things are with family, friends, or life to just stay strong because your life is more than the blade, the pills and the bottle of vodka. His give people a reason to move on and stay strong. He's made a movement! A moment to cut all the harmful things out of your life. A movement that has saved so many people! If you can't see that his saved all these lives and all you can see is his past, then leave. So what if he has tattoos and bad past? So what if he isn't the "Perfect" image society has made? Because to his fans, to the people he has inspired, he's the only thing thats kept them alive. A man who doesn't even know that person was there for them more then their own family and friends. Ronnie Radke is an amazing person no matter his past. ~Amanda Cole

[@bambarakose29]

ugh, I love you so much.

[@kenna373]

i love him so much

[@doriaklobucar1558]

Awwww,this was very nice...ronnie is a good soul,i love him soo much :))

[@taisasazonova5750]

Omg... Escape the fate and falling in reverse together?? Ur fuckng strong ronnie love ya!! Falling in Reverse forever.

[@zoecrouch5822]

This is life changing!

[@Sophie-os4bp]

he looks so hot in this wtf

[@Skullcandyfan101]

I cannot wait to see their band, and Escape the Fate, I'm a huge fan of both.

[@go_t0mmo_go]

I love this man- literally love him so much- this is an older video but man I love ron bon

[@dvg.7206]

they did him so dirty with that thumbnail

[@eeafml7611]

Feels.. I know how it feels like to loose someone you love and it ruins your life... but then you find music you love and it makes your life a lil bit better, just a lil bit... just enought so that you can get up everyday and live your life like human being

[@jasaminebraswell7908]

I really wish they could do a concert where I'm at

[@WLF0X]

How can I love him so much 😭

[@DulceLaVita]

Ronnie Radke

[@1996Joyous]

Where does this "free" Christmas tape thing exist?! D:

[@sunnycarpet]

It wasn't released yet

[@1996Joyous]

thats stupid... whats the point in have a "Christmas tape" if it doesnt come out during christmas...?

[@EmsJems1]

Joy Lynn one song came out on christmas, now theres 2 out, look them up, destiny and stupid boy

[@EmsJems1]

that was after i made that comment haha

[@pukljica]

Loooooove ya Ronnie! 💗🥰

[@derpderp5571]

I LOVE HIMMM

[@katlynnsmith1543]

I love you Ronnie! :)

[@Reannemich]

I adore Ronnie so much :D

[@TheAlexander1336]

i wish that i lived in America couse nothing fun happens in sweden, all fun tours is in usa and i don't have the money to go there for the tours ;(

[@emoemo202]

My mom listens to fir when I'm not in the car

[@wohlleber6]

go through south Dakota in Sioux falls and play there

[@tracyparker7370]

I absolutely love ronnie radke, not only is he so damn talented but gorgeous too!! I am a 48 yr old mother and grandmother. My 22 yr old daughter and i just love u and your music. Very talented song wrighting🤘💜

[@metal_lovingmexican6976]

I love him sm im

[@asmrflutter9756]

They range from 11 year olds Ronnie I ❤️ u

[@asmrflutter9756]

Please come to London please

[@KennyRogersRoasters84]

This guy is such a legitimate talent.

[@Beezlebubstardust]

Ronnie give me some ❤️

[@Jorvanius]

Te fui a ver cuando viniste a Chile. Les iba a agradecer (a ti, a Ryan, Jacky y a los demás) por todo lo que han hecho y pagarles las canciones que he descargado gratis, porque realmente creo que merecen el dinero, pero tuvieron problemas y no se pudo. Aun así, todo esto lo haré la próxima vez que vengan; me esforzare por cumplir ese anhelo.

[@narwhalsrbeautiful484]

Is it weird that im 10yrs old and i love Falling In Reverse?

[@Just_Ed3n]

Are you still with them at 16?

[@specvnismo06]

such a fan !!!

[@sweetgav9163]

This dude is awesome.

[@yasminxo686]

Ronnie is absolutely gorgeous! I'm really gutted that he got banned from the UK though :(

[@yelp626]

WHHYYY RONNIE?! WHHHYYY?

[@amandatucker6334]

Love you Ronnie Radke

[@neil1280]

Stay strong man.

[@river_snow]

A SONG WITH TYLER?!:D

[@chacealex8087]

u are the moat amzing person

[@xander7099]

ha my dad still listens to not good enough for truth in cliche so i guess he does have older fans not just young

[@fionapithouse9010]

I have to say this when I first got to know about Ronnie I thought that he was a Asshole but looking at how he is now and how he has matured over the past few years Id like to take back what I have said in the past about him and would like to say that he is a genuine nice person with a heart of gold