Aaron Lewis - It's Been Awhile HD Live in Lake Tahoe 8/06/2011

song starts at 1:56 mark
• Aaron Lewis HD Live in...
An Intimate Acoustic Evening with Aaron Lewis of Staind
August 6, 2011 @ MontBleu Resort Casino & Spa, Lake Tahoe

[@marklafollett4033]

I love this song. Love his voice. This song is me. My battle with drugs and alcohol has taken me on a wild destructive ride. Being sober is hard, but so worth it. The fact that I’m still alive is a miracle. I am thankful.

[@michaelmullins8866]

Amen I hear you , I’m your brother , everyday struggle but I’m getting there .

[@jaccigallus1547]

Been clean off Xanax since 2017. Still think about it every. day. But it does get better. It’s such a feat in my eyes and everyone around me. Keep going everybody. It’s worth it.

[@lesliecalvert3458]

My brother lost his battle with addiction 3 months ago..he was only 24 years old and struggled his entire life it seems...I think of him every time I hear this song...your sobriety is worth it guys..don't leave people who love you wondering what they could have done differently ...because it will haunt me til I die

[@jaccigallus1547]

@@lesliecalvert3458 I’m so sorry for your loss. He is watching over you now, don’t forget it. 🤍

[@jonsanchez1920]

Right there with you brother. I'm glad you're still here. I'm glad you're sober. 2 1/2 years clean from drugs, and 1 1/2 years sober from alcohol and still going.

[@MichaelLarabee]

I love how he lights up a cigarette on stage and talks to the crowd. He makes me feel like I'm sitting in his backyard after a barbeque and he just picks up a guitar and starts playing this song he wrote and wants to know if I like it or not. Are you kidding me or what? Just flat out awesome.

[@launajt1796]

Aaron IS The Real Deal! He Just Loves Music 🎶 and Wants to Share it with Those who Love 💗 it Too! I Knew him before he was famous. One of the most down to earth real guys I ever knew! Tells it like it is.

[@launajt1796]

He Loves his fans & deep down he’s still that same young man that just loves to write music, 🎶 play his guitar and sing 🎶 & he knows it’s all his fans that brought him to be the star 🌟 he is today!!!

[@Viikk785]

I love this comment

[@3hundredyearsago296]

this guy seems like the most humble down to earth artist ever

[@kellibixby770]

He is amazing

[@RAEN74]

hahaha I can't even tell if he actually hates everyone, or is really just this way! Such a bad ass!

[@jamesfigula7719]

Respectfully hes a recovered drug addict, that can change anyone at his caliber.

[@jimcloutier2529]

He is the most down to earth genuine guy youll ever meet. I grew up with him he called when he first hit it big he was on tour with korn but with all him fame we havent talked in years

[@grant5603]

You don’t know much about him huh

[@JLO145]

Just one more peaceful day... god, what I would do to get that again. So relatable.

[@KyleGavinMom]

I get it...I’m sorry that you do too💔

[@sammyayo8723]

Peace is in Jesus. Always. Forever. He can't be avoided.

[@ausernameonyoutube]

My favorite part and it’s stuck in my head 💯💯

[@chrisrae4401]

Aaron you touch my soul,I've f up a lot of stuff,but now God's running the show and I'm making a come back...thank buddy you rock can't wait to see you live..I'll be there .

[@superhachimitsu3795]

He's sharing a deep story about this song with the audience and they're all eating crayons and licking paste.

[@justindavis1665]

😂😂😂

[@mountaserhaddad7150]

Come on😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@nbaoldgirl]

Alcohol and obnoxiousness

[@yasugi0153]

It’s a cover dude relax

[@Vargasaaron26]

That what waste of life drunks do

[@BJ-vq4vr]

Aaron makes me forget I'm listening to country. It's actually from the soul, the way music is meant to be.

[@devonnelson3383]

I had a friend who had cancer he passed at 16. I will forever be grateful to Coldplay, his favorite band, they met him and even wrote a song for him. Thank you

[@NoLove0341]

Aaron Lewis has to be one of the coolest people on the planet.

[@Grimguard]

Damn he still feels every bit of this song when he sings it. And it doesn't need one bit of studio to sound good. Impressive.

[@donnieowens2250]

Most brilliant Writer in the Business. Nobody connects to their Audience like Aaron, he's so real 🤘

[@RodgerHavens-jz9vf]

One of the greatest voices out there..spot on

[@americanmaniac]

I attended his show every year, this man knows how to sing, play guitar, put on a show, and interact with the fans. His encore is the fucking greatest!!

[@bethannprather1462]

Love this mans voice. So clear and strong. Gives me chills

[@NicShalaty]

Bethann Prather same✌️

[@sampson1980]

Im now a 41yr old man, this song takes me back to a time when i was a life gaurd at myrtle beach S.C. with special memorys

[@jessesherrer9040]

@ 3:52...chills like no other. Huge fan. Respect to Mr. Lewis!

[@malcolm1400bloc]

Jesse D thank you for your service

[@meganschneider2362]

Much respect to you! Thank you for your sacrifice!

[@Byronlives4evr]

Soundtrack 2001 when i first hung out with my future husband, we both were heart broken on the mend..years later we re- acquainted and discovered we were in love and this is our anthem. Best song ever. Thanks Aaron

[@TravelTimeJunkie]

I really don't understand his speech about "no one listened to this song." Everyone I knew listened and we loved it. He was in a huge influential band in the 90's and early 2000's. We all listened and loved his songs. If anybody wasn't listening before it was these country concert fans that he now panders to and regurgitates the same "emo" songs with a slide guitar and now they think he's great. Staind was amazing. I dont know what I'm seeing now except a business model pivoting.

[@codysavoie2695]

He has country in his blood as well. I, honestly enjoy both genres. He is an amazing singer I'll listen to either or. I mean I love the rock way more, but everyone takes there own path.

[@jareddavulture58]

I think this is far far better than the generic sounding rock of that time. The dudes playing and singing his soul out. Very powerful and personal performances. But I guess say this is a marketing pivot.

[@richardmenaed3064]

I met his Aunt Jeannie had a kid rock show. She sent me also it's a cool s*** autograph. I met her in the beer line and my wife didn't believe it was his manager. Till about a month later when all the boxes of stuff showed up in my house. Thanks Aaron.

[@sunnysayshi1903]

The Song Nobody Wanted To Hear? Hard to Believe!!!

[@crazykenny6081]

Yes it is

[@austinlang4540]

SunnySaysHi just goes to show how hard it is to make it and make ppl care. Think how great and relatable this song really is

[@332FG-Pitman]

What a voice and what a song! Loved this song since it came out and still love it!

[@ramses_is_numba_one]

Damn, i remember listening to this when i was high school, its sooo much better all these years laters that slide guitar goes with this song like chips with salsa

[@racin4ds]

Still listening to this buzzed in 2019... in memory of my lil bro

[@jamesjohnson9120]

God bless your brother,my friend!!!

[@darrylgreer68]

💙

[@biminiroad965]

Still listening in 2021 and forever more. For my little brother and yours. ❤

[@djdemille8496]

Aarons music and performances help me out when it feels like life is strangling the light away. Its incredible how powerful true music and genuininity can go.

[@ElitedocStreams247]

Same here

[@steverandazzo6552]

i never forget i met Aaron shopping at Macys, very cool....

[@tinajones6113]

Something eternale

[@brandonferguson6681]

What was he like?

[@williamhoule4494]

His range kills me every time the acoustic vids show up

[@ryanyoder4887]

Much respect brother ...your a fucking legend!!!!! Cannot blame this on my father he did the best he could for me ....fuck yeahhhh

[@neilprice8164]

i love this song

[@theotherside5253]

Aaron Lewis Wow! An ex sang this to me, and it made perfect sense...tho we were both married to others. You ARE amazing.

[@ritaharper132]

Played at my sons funeral in loving memory of Jack Jason Clark Harper 21 killed in car wreck he was a passenger I miss you so much son love you momma he liked this song requested to play by ex girlfriend ex girlfriends brother the driver of car both died Rest In Peace my world was crushed and still hard without you

[@scottballinger3200]

This spng still gives me chills, all these years later.

[@hollowhills2973]

Scott Ballinger me too man

[@bubbajulian7294]

Me too...why must I feel this way

[@seanriopel3132]

Yes sir. Same here... Still...

[@itsnotthesamething]

I don't go to concerts anymore, mainly because my ears are bad, and the loudness hurts them. But I'd go listen to Aaron in concert given a chance(in an outdoor arena, far in the back) Love him, and his voice.

[@marcellosalis5063]

"But I can still remember just the way you taste"... To these days, I honestly don't remember. But I still break crying like a child each time. For the times wasted, misused and whatsoever. When we still had the option to decide upon our lives, without knowing it.

[@subzero3116]

Aaron Lewis is a true artist. This is music from the heart. Not like the crap/rap that’s out now.

[@5hAwNf3rT1g]

I saw an acoustic show here not to long ago at a bar i was at and I listened the hardest to the songs that the guy said we're originals. They weren't very good but still I have a complete passion for music and so much respect for people who write their own music. The opening speech gave me so much hope for the future. Here's to hopin someday people will listen to me too. good on you Aaron.

[@65nova360]

finally a version that isn't censored

[@JammyCrackcorn]

The most heart felt song I’ve ever heard...Heard it on the radio today and I blasted it again..You hit it outa the park on this Aaron!

[@steveiv9250]

How the Fack could anyone not have had the ears to listen to this great song. Cheers bro

[@snoogings316]

I remember going to staineds first tour in the uk to promote the debut album, god damn still one of the best concerts ive ever been to, aarons voice was and still is fucking brilliant, i need to see this legend on stage again

[@launajt1796]

I Listened to You, Aaron, on Orlando St, as you Scratched new songs 🎶 on your legal note paper! I ALWAYS Knew You Had Something Special in You! I’ll Never Forget the day you drove up to my house 🏡 when I was Mowing my lawn & I was in my bikini top and shorts & you in your “Gig” van. You couldn’t wait to tell me about your new band members, your demo & that things were about to get Big Fast BC you met someone that believed in you! Y’all shot up like a rocket 🚀! I’m So Proud 🥹 of you (all) and That you Never gave up on your Dream! God Bless You 🙏

[@rchabbit3091]

Little did I know that I would be experiencing this 20 years later

[@lowsbody]

This songs always bring emotions to the surface.

[@davidcrawford5711]

Aaron should be the CMA COUNTRY STAR OF 2021 ! WHAT A INSPIRATION THIS MAN IS !

[@christinasimonton313]

Aaron Lewis freaking awesome

[@williamrathy4525]

His voice is awesome. Would like to see him in concert one day.

[@47albatross]

one of the best ways to enjoy a song is to hear a great live version.Thank you for posting.

[@emilymurphy1888]

Beautiful, thank you Aaron

[@williamsaputo3454]

Your voice is very soothing to the soul. Thank you!

[@RighteousLiberty]

Stuff like this is why I love Aaron Lewis.

[@tiffanyfrazier9697]

This was the first song I heard and fell in deep dive then♥️🙌 Thanks for being part of my life

[@SharonHerring]

I am in LOVE~! Aaron Lewis is just outstanding, humble and incredibly talented...only getting better with age.

[@theone3350]

And it’s unreal some of the notes he hits and holds

[@SILVER00M5]

I remember his concert in Katterbach Germany for the troops in Germany in 2008. Aaron, you are an excellent musician brother. Keep on keeping on.

[@darrylgreer68]

This whole show proba one of the best performances I’ve ever seen, Arron Lewis is the man 👌🍻

[@greasynumber6068]

Just knowing how I will most likely never hear this live is killing me

[@crazykenny6081]

When I was growing up this song played on the radio more than any song, its reminds me of my past.

[@orangeiceice12]

Aaron Lewis is the definition of a real one

[@Leetolbert]

this song...is what paved the way for todays kind of shitty rock....aaron lewis is a dying breed...and he needs to be recognized....everywhere you go staind has a song there...weather its staind or aaron lewis....he's been there...my beer is raised to you bud

[@Sarah_Smiles]

I just need one more peaceful day ❤️

[@cindylinkletter1085]

I LOVE THIS MAN HE HAS COME ALONG WAY!!! Proud of him for doing what was good for him!!!

[@michaeledwards9347]

How could you not like this song??

[@keytrixz]

ohhhh those good years of the 90s, how i miss you so...

[@stevegarth4505]

I feel like he has lived and loved inside my heart.

[@miguelcorleone6633]

This song has emotions/soul.....that's real music!!

[@Podsy555]

I absolutely love Aaron Lewis. I see him every chance I get. I am going to see him again in 4 days in Vermont. Such an amazing talent.

[@charleswest1042]

its all from the heart

[@largerooster2059]

Dude can belt it out ! Hats off to him.

[@jayjay77777]

this song speak to me so much....its really been awhile.. and I love this song so much I learned it by watching this video.

[@mannyquintero6430]

I when to New Hampshire and met this guy the coolest person ever great singer !

[@josephfreeman1427]

Manny Quintero Hes from vermont originally

[@jarrodwalls3427]

This is true emotional honesty right in your face to the very end and then some got to shake this man's hand in 03 on the 14 shades of gray tour with guest openers cold I was 17 with my brother at the time and best friend and his girl truly once in a life time experience helll yeah!!

[@zechariahchezther3827]

This song I was in 4th year high school I never forget this that’s my favourite day and night play son👍👍👍

[@richardkautz2947]

The first Staind song that hooked me ! I didn't know how deep it really was and Aaron is one of those talents that's so underated ...

[@anthonysupplee858]

He’s Not Underrated! He Has VALUES and doesn’t lick LibDemocrat boots.

[@geovannygerman1939]

This song still bring tears to my eyes of such memorable times in my life, and damn its been a while since then, Aaron lewis God bless you brother you are so talented and gifted, you are a huge inspiration for me

[@logannguyen1343]

This amazing song sounds even better acoustic and solo.

[@matthewmascorro5566]

how can you not want to listen to this it has good rythm good music

[@bootsandatie]

as a recovering addict i relate so much

[@nekkedwelder6980]

bootsandatie same here, this song means some shit, after my divorce I got strung out on some shit for a while, and this song is memories ha

[@JerPirtle]

It's has been 3 yrs I still remember❤

[@ChannelNiEdsel]

Wow as good as the record. Amazing!

[@BikeonMyBs]

You should like this song. It was written just for you. It’s about you.

[@topcat-cv8wg]

Brilliant! Great fella 👍

[@kyleanderson3767]

You are awesome. Love when people break free from the systems put in place. Woo hooo

[@robsquatch]

Ever body ls listening

[@bpw126]

I just had to... Aaron you are amazing. this is incredible. you are amazing.

[@margaretbrisbin6261]

God Bless YOU MAN, I FEEL YA....

[@michaell5026]

Great song!

[@malibumut]

Respect is what this song needs....

[@robaugensen1874]

Parents: where you been? Kid: Aaron Lewis concert Parent: It’s 3am don’t lie Kid: but I really was Aaron lees always talks for like 3-10 minutes before every song

[@LSUmojo]

Your song helped me rise up bruh. In a messed up way it worked for me. ✌️

[@TheThepostie]

words are great, best thing i seen in awhile this acoustic version. thanks

[@justinbrown927]

This song hits hard.

[@JarodDelgado]

this gives me such inspiration....listen to the beginning

[@mikeelrick4321]

This is the one!

[@canconservative8976]

Powerful song.... it's real.

[@69mcib]

just bought 2 tickets to his acoustic show next month fri the 13th of january! fkin' stoked!!!

[@scottwho6271]

WOW... I saw Stained and thought that was good but to see one of his acoustic concerts like this would just be awesome.

[@iris.fuentescastellano9145]

He is 😎

[@kevinlapaix2019]

Aeron Lewis Is a real superstar.

[@NashKetchum]

Going to see him in two weeks! Sooo excited

[@derrtydre69]

this is the soundtrack of my life

[@markblanton6573]

One of my favorites when done acoustic style.

[@francescakatz6563]

I love this man.