Arlo McKinley - "Bag of Pills" (Somersessions)

[@jailbrokespirit3353]

If you’re reading this I see you. I’m proud of you for being here. You’ve come so far. I pray that you get the healing you need for your broken soul. Thank you for not giving up. You’re a hero to many, though you feel like you may have failed, here you are. I’m proud of you.

[@bzeuzsak]

Thank you for telling me that and being here. ❤

[@The47thRonan]

You’re obv a giver with that comment so I just wanna say I’m proud of you and you’re doing amazing man people love you and appreciate you never forget that

[@AudibleVisibIe]

I love you! And you too

[@thomasfennema3728]

Diddo

[@danielfuson162]

Your an amazing person

[@MatthewCole1973]

I know a lot of effort was made to make a produced version of this song but this is by far my favorite rendition I've heard out there. Songwriter and his guitar always beats a studio production.

[@jayceymahan1325]

You can say that again

[@spitty3456]

I'm confused.... isn't this song written by arlo?

[@larryray8577]

Agree 100%

[@redeyedrednek]

Always

[@redeyedrednek]

@@spitty3456 go listen to the studio version compared to this.

[@davet8602]

chris stapleton brought me to sturgill simpson, which took me to tyler childers, which took me to colter wall, which has now taken me to arlo mckinley. What a life.

[@andrewcours8023]

I went Colter Wall, did a cover, then a buddy told me of Tyler Childers, now I'm here

[@dansullivan6323]

Give Sean Rowe a listen too

[@lucaspledger927]

You need to get on some Cody Jinks brother!!

[@mdogleg5546]

now its time for benjamin tod's solo album

[@28happenstance]

Check out John Moreland next, and then your life should be complete.

[@popsugar8428]

Thank God for these natural music makers. They open their mouths and our souls fall out in their words.

[@williamstanton4422]

I second that . Thanks

[@annahoke2878]

That's 💯 truth!!!

[@brockweaver346]

I find myself coming back to this song periodically in my life and always find it means something different everytime

[@pacalvotan7492]

Holy hell. Those breaks in his voice are making me cry. I’m a grown ass man, crying my f’in eyes out

[@bmfnk888]

Pussies lol..... I'm there.

[@dilligaf1009]

This one makes me feel that every time. kzbin.info/www/bejne/kKvNpX-jZaxnb6c

[@stoneymack2152]

Me to man me too

[@SongsforSpace]

Sounds like a personal problem

[@SongsforSpace]

You still alive bro¿

[@TeamTaylor1114]

“Hail Jesus , can you save me? Didn’t think so, guess that you’re busy I guess we’re all busy...” One of the greatest lines ever written.

[@mr.smithgnrsmith7808]

Jesus SAVES

[@MrJuniorbhb]

@@mr.smithgnrsmith7808 😂😂😂

[@threevisionsgodpark]

"I remember when you told me, When I believed I'd never be lonely, I think you were lying..." *This is the next part of the lines you posted that really cannot be separated from each other and are what I am referring to.* I'm a poet myself and I have been replaying these exact lines over and over and over again all night and all day today. I am absolutely in awe of the ability of a songwriter to be able to capture everything I have ever felt in just a few lines. I have written many hundreds of lines of poetry and many dozens of poem without ever being able to so simply and profoundly express this exact feeling that I feel. I have literally been showing this song with the emphasis on this line to everyone I possibly can. I am in tears even now, hearing it for the hundredth time.

[@timothyfitzgerald5459]

The next one is equally as amazing

[@bjellison905]

I love youtube. Its the only portal left to find new artists and music

[@natemurray311]

Bj Ellison I completely agree!

[@danielbeckwith8420]

Check out bandcamp.com as well! Wonderful outlet for any musician to release music.

[@BonsaiBuckeye]

There are a few sites out there that promote underground talent. SoundCloud is a big content provider and Bandcamp as well

[@villeneuvewoodworks]

Does he have a youtube channel?

[@franktate7484]

Spotify is another great way

[@trimblerocks]

"I guess we're all busy." If that doesn't hit you I don't know what will

[@keitherwin6943]

Killer!!

[@a-agun6227]

If ya get it yes

[@Truesday2011]

trimblerocks to busy man

[@timothyfitzgerald5459]

One of the most powerful lines I've ever heard

[@donaldbrazeau6651]

thank you

[@kechols70]

This is my favorite recording of this song. No bullshit just man guitar and realism

[@davidryan834]

4 years have passed now and this song still hits the same nerves as it did then. This is raw emotion and musical perfection.

[@gregmarshall1687]

Who ever gave this a thumbs down must be deaf, awesome to hear real music

[@Abineault2012]

Hahaha this made me laugh

[@HelenamaeT1985]

So the deaf would give this a thumbs down?

[@BC-zd5xw]

Lyrics: You want it I can feel it Got a bag of pills I've been dealing So I can take you drinking Don't tell me about a love thing We'll get high and talk until morning And you can catch me sleeping [(Chorus/1x): AND ALL I NEED NOW I don't want AND ALL I LOVE NOW it's all gone...to my head] Hail Jesus can you save me Didn't think so guess that you're busy- I guess we're all busy I remember when you told me If I believed I'd never be lonely I think you were lying [(Chorus/1x): AND ALL I NEED NOW I don't want AND ALL I LOVE NOW it's all gone...to my head] (Repeat/2x): LOVE I don't want it it's so easy to die & LOVE I don't want it it's so easy to die

[@christopherjohn533]

.

[@CaptainShoe]

Chords??

[@westallica4543]

B. C. good

[@MicheleRaegnwulfWilson]

@@CaptainShoe Standard tuning. Capo on 6th fret. Key Ab. Chords are G, Em, C.

[@CaptainShoe]

Got it thanks alot!!

[@tracyandrews5477]

Life. I don't want it. It's so easy to die. -If that doesn't hit you in the gut when you think about those who are suffering from addiction, then I don't know what will. An absolutely amazing artist and brilliant lyricist.

[@humanonearth1]

I'm wondering if this is an etude to the opiate crisis crippling America.

[@mthomas2558]

True

[@phillippetty6886]

I just heard this for the first time. It is so wonderful. My melancholy heart resonates. thank you Arlo. You are a gift to the empty hearted and empty handed. And you aren't alone.

[@billc5780]

If you like this song I think you'd love John Moreland's music (if you don't know of him already)

[@nikkikuhn6269]

Little brother 💕 ill never forget you playing guitar and singing songs to me in the basement all those years ago.....im so proud.

[@leemerricks9454]

I don't know what you're going thru shawn head burning hope it gets better bro. Keep on keeping on

[@hadmatter9240]

@@shawndanielhead3664 "here" . You won't die alone, just not knowing how to spell.

[@illfather7066]

@@hadmatter9240 lol...what does that even mean? tryin not to laugh at this comment...lol..silly bastard

[@bethsquires749]

@@hadmatter9240 Are you serious? Do you understand depression at all? You ignorant fuck!!

[@DrewThornburg]

Blown away listened to this 100 times last few daysSO SAD that this music is not heard or pushed on the radio,exxtWhat a voice

[@ljg6350]

Years ago I stumbled upon Benjamin Todd; then that path led me to Matt Heckler and only naturally Tyler Childers. Sure, forks in the road are to be expected. But when one sign points toward mumble rap and the other to something that can only be crafted by a conscious mind, well that's when you find priceless treasures such as this.

[@KeepinItChill]

Lj G you should check out Shawn James, Caamp, or Ben Howard. They all have a different sound than the people you mentioned but the songwriter quality is there and I think you’d like them.

[@starseed807]

Please don't forget Colter Wall.

[@KeepinItChill]

tennesse whisky love colter wall, was gonna mention him as well haha it’s crazy such a deep voice can come out of a young dude like him. He’s raw talent all around.

[@KeepinItChill]

tennesse whisky Tyler Childers too, & Devil Makes III, Shaky Graves, Nick Shoulders, Billy Strings. I listen to all sorts of shit lol.

[@starseed807]

@@KeepinItChill Lol yeah.... I like to call them "old soul " Colter Wall,Tyler Childers,Chris Stapleton,Shawn James....etc Check out "Arthur Gunn" from American Idol this year... He is actually from Kathmandu,Nepal...exactly where I am from mate.

[@elliotthyde5623]

I love this guy. Great lyrics. This guy and John Moreland are special

[@williamcelender9509]

Love me some John Moreland

[@shawnvest1032]

Forget all the D-Bags doubting. Do what you do, you are awesome.

[@dailydoobie2089]

I just had the honest feeling that there is at least 1 other person out there that still gets the REAL WORLD this shit is RAW

[@coleettacole9262]

"🎶I remember.. when you told me.. if I believed I'd never be lonely, I think you're lying🎶" 👆❤👏

[@michaelsubcurious7618]

This is the new Outlaw Country.

[@threevisionsgodpark]

This is now one of my all-time favorite songs, and I only heard it today. This man should be world famous!!

[@ruffman3]

I like this version better than the recorded version he released for the video. It's so raw and powerful.....I think the emotion of the song comes through so strong in this recording.

[@mitakuyeoaysin9652]

2022 and I still come back to this. Raw and simplicity of Arlo and his guitar.... This is what I love

[@jessicalaciura3506]

His voice is so soothing. Everything he puts out is great

[@zackreed109]

Tyler childers, colter wall, John moreland, sturgill simpson, and arlo McKinley. Among a few others are All artists keeping music the way it should be. Always speaking volumes to old souls like me.

[@twistedthrifterb6220]

Billy Strings

[@tizjared]

Don’t forget about Benjamin Tod 🙌

[@johnnypearson3367]

Been listing to some real powerful music, very emotional music and I gota say this ones the Huckleberry of them all.

[@alexwhittington4833]

Y'all should check out the older version of this song. He was in a group from Cincinnati called Great Depression. Search Great Depression - Bag Of Pills.. And then listen to all of their other songs. You can thank me later, peace.

[@junked5214]

alexander Whittington yeah the whole great depression album with this song on it, is so damn good.

[@projectmoon13]

alexander Whittington this song is killing me. Thanks for the tip!

[@freespeechordeath7826]

You sir are the goddamn shit. Many thanks.

[@jeremyfranklinrhoton1683]

alexander Whittington ThankYou For The Heads Up

[@benbrewster8154]

i cannot find any album that has Bag of Pills... wouldn't think it would make a difference, but is it "The Great Depression" or just "Great Depression" ? Album Name? itunes?

[@Truesday2011]

He seems so real and humble. Like he lived this song. Love music like this. It’s the kinda music you need when you’re alone and don’t have anyone. It really makes you think about life and choices you’ve made.

[@thurstonmartin9964]

To really understand this and the first time you listen it takes you back to a time that you lived 20 years ago and that is over and you know it is over...It still breaks ya, don't know where else to go with it..just try to keep on tryin' folks. ✌

[@fairwitness7473]

I didn't know a song could bring tears to my eyes. I could feel dirt under my bare feet and grit in my mouth - dried up and spent and still hangin' on somehow... I love this. Thank you.

[@cclowe80]

All the versions of this song this one sounds the most pure and painful.

[@pauldanskin648]

Have listened to this song about five times a day since I found it a few weeks ago still love it

[@NathanCraig-wp4qz]

Man, this hits right when and where it needs to. Love it.

[@wigglyturdman5292]

First verse had more depth than anything on country radio stations.

[@SongWhisperer]

"Got a bag of pills I've been dealing, so I can take you drinking" As a recovering addict from both alcohol and drugs I can completely feel the pain in that lyric. You sir are an amazing songwriter, thanks for helping me remember I can still feel.

[@jessicalaciura3506]

I never understood that..I mean just give me the pills and forget the drinking. I'll take a water 🤷‍♀️

[@SongWhisperer]

When preference becomes necessity the understanding will be all too clear, not the best learning experience but a learning experience non-the-less, LoL.

[@mwinx8686]

Serious words in this song. This track cuts through the soul, my people. God damned beautiful.

[@mthomas2558]

Listened to this countless times. Takes me back 35 years to a boy that’s been dead a long time. Thank you for the memories

[@pamelathomas8591]

Beautiful song💚💚

[@timothyboss4193]

I think he's got his on style...he dont need to be compared to anyone.... awesome....

[@TheCastagne]

It's been almost 5 years I listen to this version. I think it's the best one.. so authentic, I still love it very much, thank you for this

[@3justasymbolofpermanentete763]

All I love now it's all gone to my head 🖤

[@mattwinthewoods]

Wrought with longing and a deliberate message of seeking some sort of redemptive quality within ourselves this song formulates from the recesses of this man’s mind into fruition and finds me in Minnesota on a Sunday night. Incredible.

[@cumminsrealpower680]

Matthew Wennerstrom Yeah, I like it too!! 👍👍

[@nateoliver1231]

That was the most intelligent way I ever seen someone say they like a song. I'm impressed keep on keepin on!

[@bdiddy350]

Keep it simple stupid! Just listen!

[@nateoliver1231]

Bdiddy don't be a dick man.

[@zacktheman9973]

Bdiddy, what an "oxymoron" you are to say something like "keep it simple stupid" lmao. You don't appear to be a seemingly intelligent person yourself sir...

[@zippykimball3769]

Thanks to U Tube I still hear great country!!

[@brandonmartin5173]

This song and this musician exudes genuine emotion! I discovered this gem a few days ago while searching for fresh new music. It may not be good subject matter for my stores playlist but I absolutely love it. I hope Arlo McKinley becomes a house hold name. Need to hear more songs like this from him please!

[@jamesnicholls4313]

Just saw Arlo and his band at The Ark, in Ann Arbor, Michigan, last night. I was only introduced to Arlo McKinley by playing samples of his songs, while viewing the show schedule at The Ark. Then I listened to more of his songs on You Tube. I decided to purchase two tickets to the wonderful venue that The Ark is, and hoping my wife would agree to go with me as she is skeptical of seeing bands she's unfamilar with. (She is also legally blind with a bad back and doesn't feel comfortable out after dark). Anyway, Arlo started the show with a few solo acoustical songs, which were quite amazing. Then he added his band, one member at a time, until he had the whole group onstage. That's when I realized that we were seeing a great performance, one of our most memorable in a while. A terrific songwriter, singer, and humorous musician with a wonderful backup band. I wouldn't hesitate to see him again if he performs somewhere near us in the future. Loved the show.

[@The_dude94]

Damnit this is the first song of his that I ever heard and over a year later it's still just as beautiful and mesmerizing as the first time!

[@jamesrandall3396]

Never heard this guy before, I love Childers, I love wall, I love Chris knight so on and so fourth. That being said all I have left to say after listening to this is .... DAMN! Country music is coming alive and I love it

[@brandonhobgood5600]

I ALMOST FORGOT WHAT REAL EMOTION IN MUSIC FELT LIKE!

[@nicke1903]

Brandon Hobgood it's easy to do,I found this and dammit man Mainstream everything is dead

[@DeviantWays]

Brandon Hobgood isn’t that the truth brother, the industry can’t bottle the real thing for resale

[@TheDragonofthedesert]

Ya'll need to check out Benjamin Tod and the Lost Dog Street Band. I love this song.

[@haidengeary8277]

You must have a very poor selection of music. Theres a shit-ton of great music out there.

[@Chn-dn2xx]

Real music Real passion

[@Jett1873]

Anyone else wish this version made it to his new album? I like it so much better. So raw And good.

[@tombrown5362]

Thanks KZbin for keeping this Americano movement alive

[@watchingyourvideo8029]

This is one of the greatest things I've heard

[@BarryBryantville]

Real as it gets, authentic, classic, road weary, black and blues.

[@michaelmcneilly1351]

I don't know how this song hasn't blown up. Great work.

[@gilmanbeito3130]

It was done with his original band, not sure he can sell it on his own, but this version is much better

[@micahesclovon7976]

Listening to it once again. Seems like I gotta hear it at least once a day. It really hits home. Hits my heart

[@mikemills5810]

Arlo McKinley is a hell of a song writer

[@bentolleson9587]

Your song really struck a chord with me. My wife (who I am now sepetated from) helped me get off pain killers & get on subutex. I haven't talk to her or my son in a month. Thank u for the beaitiful song.

[@caseymo7416]

Ben Tolleson I don’t know your situation, but I just wanted to tell you I wish you well. Stay strong, and don’t give up on yourself. Your wife helped get you on the right track, now keep growing from here. For your sake and for your son.

[@kevincrockett7655]

Ben Tolleson - I know what ya mean brother. I've lost everything I had twice over pain killers..tried methadone and sub's but didn't like jumping through the hoops. So it's back to a daily battle. Doing better now, but it's not easy. We can do anything we put our mind to bud. Hang in there.

[@bentolleson9587]

Keep your head up Kevin. When your ready you will get well. I have been on Subutex for a year. I know if i fuck up needles will be shuved in my arms & i can't do it anymore. I will keep you in my prayers.

[@kevincrockett7655]

Ben Tolleson - Thanks for the encouragement brother. It's a slippery slope I'm on right now...lost my Dad recently, who was the only one who believed in me. The rest have written me off I think. My girlfriend is on the verge of cutting out. I realize how selfish it is and how it affects everyone else now, which I didn't before...but it's so easy to use to forget all the stuff weighing on me, if only for a little while. Then, regret over the money I blew to run from my problems which always puts me in another tight spot. You know how it is...a vicious cycle. I am a religious man though, however, I feel it would be wrong to pray for help when I know I'm not ready to stop. I think that would only be worse. Crap, gotta go bro..my eyes are starting to tear up. Appreciate the prayers though. Quitting again has been heavy on my mind lately. Thanks

[@silentsoul5991]

Yo, all this positive feedback and relating of pains, is fuckin beautiful...

[@EmeryLeii]

Really wish they had this version on Spotify, I always find myself coming back to this version

[@joshbanks7828]

Wow... 1.5 million views... I remember this barely having 1000. Way to go Arlo.

[@jamesbender1967]

4.2 Million!!

[@gbrown2287]

Wow!! You can feel the pain in every word!! Such a great song!!

[@chrisprice8009]

Pure and raw...the best way

[@dagenscountry9626]

I´m crying....so strong!

[@funnygirl9236]

Yes! Just saw they're coming for 4 fire ass shows in Missouri!!!!!!

[@fredfreddy800]

Jessie Tripp Seay thank god!!

[@tjwhitt6085]

When

[@tylerkinley268]

This reminds me of some good times in the middle of a self imposed storm. Bright lights in the darkness. Just wish I could remember more of them, as I'm sure there were more.

[@deewalls3953]

I could listen to this over and over. Love it.

[@spiritellington4591]

Dee Walls 👍I just found this video a couple days ago & I have...over & over & OVER! I love his voice & this song!

[@Lisa-oy8im]

I love this song so soo sooo MUCH! I have been listening to it over & over pretty much every day for a couple months now. This and his cover of Flex.. God I love his voice. It's incredibly soothing.

[@kristaylor7796]

I wish I could just get the audio from this, by far the best version of this song. I love it.

[@nathanielguttenberg8152]

Oh my lord what a voice

[@cheynefletcher6514]

Amazing song and lyrics.

[@MicheleRaegnwulfWilson]

This song...hits me in the feels so hard...and invokes memories of someone dear to me... ❤

[@willkateley9938]

Your vocals bring tears! Thank you Arlo!

[@hazardx1015]

This talented gentleman should be playing much larger venues..

[@randomathletesthatdeservet2625]

One of the best songs I've heard in a long, long time

[@minicooper1568]

If that didn't come from the heart then there is no meaning in music anymore,good stuff!

[@kellymallett3832]

Don't know what I would do without Arlo McKinley...you get me through those days bro

[@rachelelvera8349]

Wake Me Up. I've Been Sleeping. And we can talk about it. And talk about it again. Cosmic Friends . Appreciating your truth an honesty. More power to you!

[@rachelelvera8349]

🦋🌺

[@rachelelvera8349]

Hugzz.🌺🦋💪👀💔 Everything is gonna be ok. Stay💪. Peace & Love

[@tabithaveal3068]

Wow......... Just wow...!! Pro Found. .!! I love this song & that man singing it . . Most relatable thing I've heard in years. . I hope you find the urge to live so I can keep being a fan & I just listened to it now for the first time. . Live for you my friend. .!! Live for the people. . #weMustBeRelated

[@bellamiles9204]

You can catch me sleeping...know I love that it's all gone to my head. I miss you more than I will ever be able to explain. We are all still busy!!!!

[@17XICANO]

wow. I have no idea how I came across this song. But wow. Great music still exists. Greetings from Los Angeles.

[@elizabethdowling8578]

this song just speaks to the soul, if you have one

[@MichaelBrown-ld5sv]

This song is as beautiful as it is simple. A man and a guitar making magic.

[@peterjones5428]

I GUESS WE'RE ALL BUSY"........never too busy for this my friend......

[@cmickie3296]

How raw and pure and perfect.

[@charliebuckets8849]

I'm a 47 yo biker i just found this i cried like a baby thanks

[@littlewing1083]

At least you know you're not as hard as you may appear to be, nothing wrong with being vulnerable!

[@charliebuckets8849]

@@littlewing1083 ..... no matter how hard the stone with age the edges get worn the bad dreams fade ...

[@littlewing1083]

@@charliebuckets8849 my edges have been smoothed over by time.....circles change with age as well......running with a softer crowd will speed up that process.

[@sidneyroy]

Bless this gem and bless Arlos beautiful voice and talent.

[@benjaminrogers7858]

Respect........touched me thanks

[@jelcooosterhof8176]

Chris Stapleton, Davis Ward, John Moreland.... and now this guy... fantastic

[@555bzona]

Great voice!

[@tanyaposs]

Why can I not stop listening to this song? Love is an understatement . Why is this man not a household name? Xo

[@tsett9946]

Arlo as good as it gets 🌊

[@Recoverin_Out_Loud9-14-21]

So Glad I happened to stumble across this !!! Hard to find good music like this !!! Music now days dont have no heart & soul ne more no backbone just dollar signs !!!

[@marxxs2141]

Some still listing. Hurts to Know

[@realdealnealdks5275]

This song is so amazing but it brings a tear to my eye every time I listen to it!!!

[@hollytravis5420]

This. Wow. This is awesome!! Love your voice. Damn good song. Hell yeah 💜

[@roberthenley8711]

This song has just captured my soul. I feel like it's been apart of my mind for years now... I just heard it last month

[@rachelldaugherty]

fn beautiful.

[@PorchHonkey]

Sorry to hear about your loss. And thank you for your service, sir. 🇺🇲💪

[@Sub20fpe]

2021 and i still get chills when i hear this.. Love this song

[@TheThingattheEndoftheBook]

Same. This is the best version of the song if you ask me!

[@jessicalaciura3506]

Check out "once again" and "the hurtins done"! There isn't one song that arlo sings that I don't like. I can't think of any other artist that I can say that about. He's by far my favorite artist right now and he doesn't even have a strong voice but I find it so soothing for some reason. " we were alright " is another great one

[@phatfire29]

Is it just me? Or does this have the feel of grunge and country mixed together. Like if Alice in Chains did some country.

[@candaceismyname5131]

phatfire29 I have listened to this so many times because I also hear a strong similarity to another song from years ago.. like 90ish... and I still can't put my finger on it.. I love it and love how a newer song can take us back yet also give us something fresh!!!

[@roye.roberts7486]

I've flat-footed to Alice in Chains so it's easy for me to be agreeable to that description

[@DemandAlphabetBeBrokenUp]

Thats called Aaron Lewis.

[@rudder1174]

Well he is playing a signature guitar from the lead singer of Rancid

[@curtismason4733]

🍆💦💦😨