Amandla Stenberg: "The Anonymous Ones" from Dear Evan Hansen - LYRIC VIDEO

"The Anonymous Ones" was definitely my favourite part about the newest Dear Evan Hansen movie released in 2021. I honestly can't get myself to hate the movie because of the added songs - they're too good! Specifically emphasizing those who successfully fake a smile and seem happy, this song really hit home for me. We always pretend that we're okay, but it's okay if you're not. Please don't pretend to be someone you're not - you don't have to always be the positive one when you're slowly drowning yourself.
Reaching out is crucial. It's difficult, but you deserve every effort to keep going. If you have a trusted friend or adult, go to them if possible. If not, here are some resources available 24/7:
+ National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
+ Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
+ You can text: TALK to 741-741
You are worth every effort to stay alive and find the joy you are seeking, whether you believe it or not.
This song is not owned by me. I am not affiliated with Dear Evan Hansen or Amandla Stenberg in any way.
Song: "The Anonymous Ones"
Performer: Amandla Stenberg

[@eline_van_dijk]

This song hurts me because I am one of those anonymous ones, but while one part of me longs to no longer be anonymous, the other part of me just wants to stay that way

[@treble_exists]

I can understand. I don't think there should b any pressure on us 2 tell but we should if it helps . It depends I u have some 1 who understands. I think it's better for people to find out by u telling them than by accident

[@caitlynmclean6465]

I just saw this movie in the theater and cried 8 different times and all the way home.

[@dragonviperthesandwing6379]

I didn't think I'd love the new songs the movie added but I love this one. I can relate to it on a personal level. Since I was around six or year/grade 1, I was either ignored or teased for trying to be a kid. Recently, I moved away from that town I grew up in and now my family are in a city 36 hours away. I went to a new school and I'll admit it was hard, I was so used to negativity that I was terrified of everything, the idea of a group project or activity or even the idea of having to talk to people made me suddenly want to cry from fear. Growing up with Anxiety hurts, and when I discovered the Dear Evan Hansen musical, I felt heard. I started writing in a book I had things like: "Dear myself, Today is going to be a good day *(insert a message)* Sincerely, Me" I thought it helped but it got worse while at my old school. That school gave me so many issues and fears that when someone told me a drawing I did was cool, I thought they were messing with me. I feel like an Anonymous One, I feel alone, especially with my childhood friends halfway across the country and my mum just turning her back on me or living with her mother because she got kicked out of her home. My mother honestly caused alot of issues with me like the idea no one would like me for my interests (I am a female nerd, i watch Marvel, Star Wars, Jurassic Park. I think she only approves of the dinos but not the other stuff) and I carried those issues into this new school, believing everyone would mock or hate me for my interests. I loved the movie and when I told my step mum "It hit close to home" she instantly started asking if I was "thinking of suicide" and "if I was depressed" I probably relate to it because of Anxiety and being a social outcast, but idk, maybe I am, but it's really insensitive to ask someone that. Sorry for the long rant/vent, I talk too much. I hope you all are happy and if you're suffering, please don't give up, the world would go dark without you, stay safe.

[@shanilapidot5009]

I relate to this song so much that it hurts. I can't hear this masterpiece without sobbing 😭

[@alaiahgonzalez4362]

This is a late reply,but I really agree to what you are saying here.

[@squeakyboi8585]

I am anonymous on here and in real life, honestly this song made me rethink my whole life.

[@winterfallsatyourservice]

hits straight to my core and even deeper which is quite sad

[@krystalabella127]

When I went to watch Dear Evan Hansen on the release date with my friend for his birthday and I heard this song, at first I just thought that it was a cool song. I really liked the unusual beat and melody as well as being gentle and up-beat at the same time (I'm a musician so I think about that stuff a lot when listening to songs). A few months later, the song came on randomly and I listened closer to the lyrics. That's when I realized and I finally understood this song. I get 9s (highest grade) in all of my subjects and people define me based upon that, but they don't understand the other parts of me that I often hide. The lyrics that hit me the most when I actually understood were: She's built a wall with her achievements To keep out the question "Without it, is she worth anything at all?" So nobody can know Just what the cracks might show How deep and dark they go They are those anonymous ones Stuck inside the perfect frame they're faking All of us anonymous ones Who pick themselves apart 'til they start breaking I really connect with this and it just makes me feel more supported. I want everyone out there to know that you are not alone and no matter what your situation, someone, somewhere will feel the same as you. Never give up hope!

[@loganbutler7814]

Such a beautiful song. Seriously loved this musical

[@d3rpycaat]

I love this!!!

[@laurabenevelli6783]

I’m one of “The Anonymous Ones” as long as I’m not at my counselors, doctors or talking to my closest friends. Other people would never know anything is wrong.

[@chelseamathes6449]

This song hits hard cause I am part of the anonymous ones. Just know y’all aren’t alone.