Chester Bennington - In His Own Words

[@thenothing2786]

I’m 36. Homeless. And struggling to survive. But I still believe in myself. I’m gonna do great things with my life. Thank you Chester for inspiring me to keep pushing forward.

[@Manderinz]

You got this, I’m sure of it. Life may be hard right now, but I promise, with time and confidence and all the positives, you’ll have a better life

[@doualadaliso9676]

I've been there, bro. keep your chin up every moment counts from the good and the bad. 🤘

[@soundintegritymusicproduct4127]

Ive been ,there man, keep fighting. Remember who you are.

[@MrMrutube1987]

Good luck man! Remember tough times create easy times.. every cloud has a silver lining and even Chesters death has a positive.. he found his peace. Your current position is temporary... as is everything. Just find a way through it and be you!

[@abcentcobblepot5995]

Idk how long you've been out there but while I was I was surprised to learn; I can actually survive on absolutely nothing. And It always gets better even if that takes forever.

[@xxstitch521xx3]

If you notice... Mike is always listening to every single word Chester is saying and taking it all in... Like he's trying to understand his friend.

[@all4god116]

Yup! Always

[@Barbarous4Jesus]

❤‍🔥

[@ravenwatch]

This is exactly what i was thinking while watching the video. Here, take my fucking upvote.

[@Vmieee]

Mike adored him.

[@xxstitch521xx3]

Fuck we miss you Chester

[@chadwilson4765]

This man couldn't get out of his own head and I feel that.

[@durv13]

same chad . mine never stops . i dont produce testosterone , so ive been depressed since birth . it wasnt until i was called a problem child at ten . i had a brain scan . n they found the cell that produces it was dormant , now i have to have a really high dose of anti depressants to replace the serotonin i need .

[@mikaharkonen9771]

@@durv13 Dude I know, I have problems with this shit too, it's like I'm some fucking Monday version of a human being. It's like my soul is just stuffed inside this crappy body that can't produce hormones in a balanced manner so I just want to get out of my head, but I can't. Here I am what the fuck am I supposed to do, when my own thoughts haunt me day and night..?

[@durv13]

@@mikaharkonen9771 prob like me , take a bunch of stupid pill's to make you expectable to society , which doesnt help us much . and keep telling ourself , we can beat this , and try n ride it out . i hope you can find a way , and the days become more meaningful for you . just remember , were not alone in this , there is many of us . we know that now , thanks to chester .

[@durv13]

every day . so true chad .

[@maryannreimer1578]

Nobody truly understands what it feels like if you never suffered from depression. It’s like a clock it never stops ticking.

[@robinlang2641]

"I'm such a failure at everything and I can't do anything right!" Fuck. I felt that. That is me.

[@nannybebe74]

Ditto.

[@durv13]

yep you are a failure . but unlike chester , you can turn that around . you have the power to do that . you also have the power to ask for help . you just did . the choice is now yours . now you have two paths to choose from . chesters . or your own . own that choice . good luck . :-)

[@BinakaJayEnglish]

Shit, same feeling here man,

[@durv13]

@XLC nahhh. There’s no hell except here. He went to a better place. That’s what I believe

[@durv13]

@@simoneshannon6144 see ? thats what ppl dont want to hear , as i said , i suffered depression for 40 years , telling ppl that are depressed that they are fine and things will work out , are empty words , not helpful at all . we need to be told the truth , not pandered to . if someone has a bad injury , you dont tell them it.ll be ok , you tell them the truth and do something about it . theres an old saying i learned during my 40 years of depression , ' beautiful words are not always sincere , as sincere words are not always beautiful . now you were saying about idiots ?

[@maudechampagne342]

It’s crazy to think that, by his lyrics/songs, Chester saved so many lives by telling people that they matter, but we couldn’t save him. Chester we miss you.

[@meredithgrubb7027]

Chester knew only u can save urself.

[@DeadCatX2]

One could save millions, but millions couldn't save one...

[@Shay_TheUnpopularOpinion_]

You’re absolutely right 😢

[@pamelaabrams9003]

He didn’t kill himself

[@jamezbrian4135]

same

[@alaia-awakened]

“When your kids come up to you and want a hug, you need to stop what you’re doing.”

[@urmyfuture1945]

Mike is so respectful towards Chester, letting him completely express himself without commenting in between or jumping in. They were amazing together. Miss them so much.

[@jeffreycousins]

We all do. Chester was my favorite singer in the world

[@WrecklessSith]

Mike is like the only one to let him finish a thought, you can literally see the stigmatism about depression through the evolution of his interviews And interviewers. So many have taken their own lives due to a lack of empathy and compassion about how people feel.

[@Stallion-EC]

Screamed like a Demon. Sang like an angel. Loved and Lived as a Human.

[@katarzynawiszniewska8384]

God, it breaks my heart to see him so clearly talk about depression and anxiety, unresolved trauma and hear the f*ckin interviewer in the second interview go "well, all high achievers think on the negatives because if you believe in the positives too much it can make you lethargic". I've been watching some old interviews today and it's there all the time. Chester is talking about real stuff, being vulnerable and open and raw and what he gets back from those proxies of pop culture and toxic masculinity is more of the same: disregarding his experience, translating it to the language of toxic positivity and grind culture. Interpreting his words through their idiotic patriarchal filter in which feeling bad can be capitalised into amazing music so it's ok. Like he is saying "wow there, my man. Please, jump back here to this box". No compassion. This was a man's life. And thinking about the positives can sometimes work, sure. But unresolved stuff stays there and it catches up with you when you are alone. Which it did. You also need to say "baloons pop sometimes, but there will be more baloons in my life. It's ok to be sad. It's human". The guy just needed someone to see him and listen. He needed therapy and help and the rights medication. There is a lot I dislike about America but guys, you gotta drop the fake smiles and fake "I'm fine" and forcing people back into their premade boxes of what success looks like if they don't fit. It's the country of "freedom" to fit one template or pretend to do so for as long as you can last.

[@doriszelaya1230]

I couldn’t say it better myself…. Excellent observation and the saddest selfish disregard of ignoring the suffering and pain was disheartening to watch,all this man was doing,saying was I’m in pain,can someone help me? No one really understood the agony of an existence without hope 🕳

[@hollyolson5643]

Oh yes! Finally! Somebody said it! Thank you! It is like that Everytime even in the private sessions. Even the pros do!

[@jennajewel5148]

You hit the nail on the head. I told a dr this summer that I’m drowning, and he laughed at me. I can relate to Chester’s struggles hard, I have since I first listened to them back when I was 14. My kids keep me going but the battles are always there. How Chester said he is uncomfortable with life, that hit me so hard because I am the same way. I try to keep pushing but I’ve been so close to the breaking point many times. It’s hard to live in a world where you just have to struggle alone.

[@stipitza]

People only understand what they've experienced. You can't be mad at them for not getting it... even though you want to be. It's not their fault. They haven't experienced it, and they don't understand

[@jsedge2473]

Realistically Chester probably had a million people throughout his life sit in private and listen to him and not “put him back in the box” or whatever “muh patriarchy” shit and it didn’t matter. Some things, some people, simply aren’t heal-able. It’s unfortunate but true. It’s very matriarchal to think that just talking things out a 1000th time is going to fix a broken man. He was Uber wealthy, millions of people loved and respected him, had a huge loving family, and it still didn’t save him. Truly broken men are just broken. Just think of how many millions are out there just in the US without the wealth, fame, women, family, or a single person to talk to. Kinda why it’s hard to feel extraordinarily bad. For all you know the interviewer could feel the same negative feelings and that’s how he’s had to deal with them

[@lishamarlar4597]

Chester is wonderful and totally honest. He tries very hard to think positive. Somehow that negative vibe creeps in. It's crazy. He was a good father. And a good friend. Chester is an angel. I love and miss you. Chester Charles Bennington

[@truestbluu]

he tried so hard, and got so far. but in the end it didn't matter.

[@lishamarlar4597]

@@truestbluu he had the wrong people in his life. They just didn't understand his pain.

[@lordmidas556]

@@truestbluu But he helped so many others and that mattered to him and to all of us!

[@jamezbrian4135]

agree

[@KatrinValo398]

My beloved singer and secret night lover

[@menoyuno8430]

I’ll always remember him he was a great person

[@samuraiclanz7777]

I agree with you 100 % I love this dude so much with a passion but I hide it cause my mom is like he’s not a great person I’m like look what he did for the world he’s a pure empathetic funny person and think a lot of people will understand my Linkin Park obsession

[@x.icblwu03]

@@samuraiclanz7777 Hell yeah I understand you, he was a great guy

[@Dc-re4xy]

The greatest. 😠.

[@elenazelonnkova304]

absolutely yes

[@AhYesIndeedItsFunTime]

that's all that matters, leave out all the rest

[@tomaramartin]

I met him in '08 at Aventura Mall. He was extremely sweet but he was going through it. I got a pic with him and although he's smiling in the picture his eyes are pure sadness. RIP

[@danas5846]

damn. i wish i could've met him

[@eternity68]

What a memory though🙌❤

[@escherpainting8622]

I always liked that Chester had the voice of a typical LA surfer dude when he spoke, and then when he sang he was just a completely different human being altogether.

[@Izaan2810]

Really???? I thought he had a VERY unique voice when talking as well. Such a thin timbre, yet really empathic sound to it.

[@hollyolson5643]

What scares me is that I can relate to him and his issues in so many ways.... It's what has encouraged me to not give up and now he's given up for the very same reasons. It's also why I never will give up.

[@llyorch9750]

Thats the spirit . I hope you can keep it up ☺

[@leafymoon2904]

When I realized the pain I felt and the pain other people felt after hearing about his death it encouraged me to not take that route and to keep fighting

[@kbot9197]

I suffer from depression but I won’t do it my dad committed suicide and I’m left with the pain and unanswered questions I will not do that to my grown children

[@leafymoon2904]

@Aytch and Gigi um there is absolutely zero solid evidence to back up these conspiracy theories. Chester had a long history of depression, drug and alcohol abuse, and he even attempted to commit suicide earlier that year. He sang about his demons in multiple songs, he poured his heart and soul into the one more light album and didn't take the criticism and hate the album got very well at all. These ridiculous theories need to stop and people need to start taking mental health much more seriously because when we don't we get more people who end up like chester and it's sad that these things can be prevented when we listen to people and give them the help they need.

[@leafymoon2904]

@Aytch and Gigi of course chester would have never encouraged anyone to take the route he did. But chester was fighting his own battle and Chris's death and the hate towards their last album affected him a lot and I can imagine that played a part in his suicide. I've looked into the conspiracy theories almost believing them but when I had a look at it myself I seen no solid evidence. Only weak theories and things people had made up but nobody could show any actual proof to back up claims and what "proof" they had didn't actually prove anything. I don't understand why everyone wants to keep believing he was murdered and not take a minute to understand how important mental health can be. You can't always see it from the outside but it's there and chester talked about it in multiple interviews and he described it on point. Mental illnesses like depression can warp your reality and talk you into doing things you wouldn't normally want to do. It makes you feel unhappy and drained to a point all you want is to make it stop and you'll do anything to make it happen. Chester was at that low point and thats the only way he seen out of it. That's why we stop making crazy theories and look at it for what it is and we take it seriously and listen to people. Sorry for the essay but I'm so tired of seeing these theories with nothing to back them up and put weight to them

[@Erickhetfield]

I still can't watch that One more Light performance without crying.

[@Konfide4043]

It's so sad. Even the first few seconds are so hard to listen to

[@Lisa_resendez4675]

It's 2024 and I still can't sing it without crying....

[@MissMoonxoxo]

This interview compilation was very well made. I love it. It showed Chester as the wise, profound, mentally tormented, yet kind, comedic, empathic, and hopeful human being he was. I love how much he advocated for mental health and being honest, open, and supportive of those who struggled with those battles. He further helped remove the stigma surrounding mental health. Rest in peace, Chester. We all love you 💖

[@Avanas]

Thank you so much! Everything you said is exactly what I wanted to show. He was such a lovely soul.

[@MissMoonxoxo]

@@Avanas He really was 💖 And you're welcome! Excellent job. Thank you so much for putting it together 💗

[@kukikukinaaztecorosel9468]

Yo estoy en las mismas condiciones que el...el viento puede más que yo,y no se que hacer...😐

[@hollyolson5643]

I agree and that was very insightful, thank you.

[@Mikeplaysdbd]

He is the most bravest men i ever seen because he is openly about his addicts and depression is just amazing person and he could do something i couldnt and that is being open about depression.

[@annemarie1100]

I can now be honest about my psych problems ,because of him!

[@Mikeplaysdbd]

@@annemarie1100 thats good i hope you're happy :)

[@pluviophile1988]

Yeah people just shut you up and tell you to go get help

[@Melissa.Garrett]

That was definitely one of the most special things about him, no question. His openness and emotional honesty were rare and beautiful things, and did so much to make the concept “acceptable” to people who might otherwise have bottled it all up.

[@LinkinLady7]

And still his wife says "you'd never know"

[@abatavick]

Damn it I miss him. 😭 Never a failure to me.

[@nocturnalgriff5773]

I love how Mike is always listening to what chester expresses, I don't think hes zoning out at all. I wish I had a friend like that

[@grimm7001]

"When the kids want a hug you gotta stop and give them a hug" I can't with this man, such a sweetheart! I'm also proud to share a birthday with him. *2017? Fucking kicking ass!* I had to pause the video at that moment....

[@drruncmd]

This is why fans and non fans became mesmerised by this band especially Chester. They came from normal society, not with a silver spoon in their mouths. They represent everything thats natural and 'human' and they preached that to their fans. Chester was one of a kind but I dont think he really was aware of the profound impact he had on people described through his lyrics and performances. Truly raw emotion that was one of a kind. He we be missed and now hope he is at rest.

[@kratosofspartareal]

😙👌🏾💎

[@mr.not2nite268]

After being a two time suicidal this man shows me I don’t need to make it a third rip brother thank you

[@picklesandufos7860]

Except he didn't kill himself

[@100percentbroncos]

@picklesandufos7860 Why would you say something like that

[@mr.not2nite268]

@@100percentbroncos it's the truth

[@picklesandufos7860]

@@100percentbroncos Why would I say the truth? Because it's the truth. You need it to have been suicide? You're fine with that, but him being murdered is what upsets you??? Not that it matters, he's still gone, but he was murdered, it wasn't suicide.

[@Bishaps]

@@picklesandufos7860 Bro, what... You just watched a video of a person being heavily depressed, and expressing how hard it is for him to fight, and you say stuff like that? The thing that upsets is that you can't accept the truth, making a truth out of a delusion, it is not healthy in any way.

[@andreasullivan2419]

R.I.P. Chester I saw and heard you hurting and I couldn't help you. Im sorry I failed you.

[@lisawilson5861]

That's how I felt, I really wanted to help him. But I didn't get to meet him or the band. But I had that instinct that he really was suffering a whole lot with depression. He fought so hard to get through it❤😢, R.I.P. Chester I really miss you a whole lot everyday. You really helped me all these years. You mostly helped me but the band too. I felt him hurting from afar. I really wanted to help him.

[@jessicarenae5107]

*Literally every single thing he says hits home!! Ppl that don't understand just think your lazy!! You'd think showering, brushing your teeth, and basic self care is so simple and easy but when your in it... it feels like such a huge chore!! You feel lost and what's sad is that since I've been dealing with my depression, I've had more ppl distance themselves bc they think I'm just giving up and being lazy and slacking!! And the last thing I want is pity!! I just wish ppl cared to understand... that's it!! And what really really sucks is doctors throwing medications at you to try when things get so serious!! And I've tried so damn many and have had so many side effects that are horrible or even make things worse yet.... nothing is helping!! Why the hell can't we test the chemicals in ppls brains to see exactly what is needed?? Why does our mental health care suck so extremely bad???!! It just makes you feel like doctors don't care! You go in for your appointment, they ask like 3 questions then you leave with a script to test out... that's it! I wonder why mental health is so horrible??! Sure everyone has crap going on but, if we could make a difference even just with the health care side... it's a bit better!! It's truly just sad!! I'm a single mom trying my damn best to raise my son and I know I'm not myself and I feel even worse bc of it!! I've been trying to get help and try different meds and I'm on my 4th therapist.... but all you'll get is counseling and meds!!*

[@Nati4Truth]

Hey , I'm with you. I understand what you r feeling. I'm going through depression my whole conscious life . . Noone seems to understand, thinking it's just the matter.of will and control, that I can just simply control how I think or feel all the time. Say some affirmations and quotes, U will feel better they say... I mean cmoon, wtf. But even if I didn't meet in person smn who can relate to my feelings and situations, doesn't mean that there aren't such people. We have to create the community, break the stigma around it... No one will, if we don't start ourselves in this sense .. People create robots for god's sake, while still being so blind and unaware of human minds and nature... It makes me feel extremely frustrated and upset. Anyways, I'm here. I care about U, believe it or not. If U need smn to listen or to share urself, I'm here. P.s. it's fuck hard and sucks. Just remember sometimes Ur thoughts aren't real and aren't actually urs. Just keep in mind . Sending hugs❤️

[@ThePrblmKd91Xx]

You can talk to me if you want.. I’m there; I do understand. X

[@jessicarenae5107]

@@Nati4Truth tysssm!!! I've always been an empathetic person and all my life, I've cared more about everyone else and put myself last. I've struggled with depression a lot of my life, but nothing like the past decade!! I never knew depression could get this bad and trying to figure out a way out of it almost feels impossible! Makes you feel absolutely lost! And our wonderful Healthcare is set up horribly so therefore, it fails ppl! If mental health did the proper testings to get accurate diagnoses, we'd get the right medication and help! Instead, they ask you a few questions, diagnose you in 15 minutes based off the little information they get from you.... taking your word for it... then write you a script that you hope works... when a lot of times it doesn't and you get side effects that suck!! If our country dealt with mental health the right way and cared to, could you imagine how many ppl and circumstances that could help?!! It would be wonderful!! I've tried so many antidepressants and honestly, they all make me so sleepy that I don't hear my alarm in the morning, and if I'd sit down, I'd fall asleep! I sleep enough! That's my go to, to shut my mind off... sleep!! But I can't afford to sleep 24/7 nor do I want to be tired all the time! Its embarrassing to a point that I'm like this, but as time goes on, I don't care more and more... but I also know it's important for other ppl dealing with these things to know that they aren't alone and it's real! No one wants to feel this terrible!! It feels like a prison! And when you don't have anyone that understands or tries to... it's even worse!! I have always tried to be a positive person and I still hold onto faith and knowing that it will get better eventually! But it is so damn hard when your stuck in this for years and years!! It just gets worse when there's no help! I have a 15 year old son and I feel like a failure of a mother bc I can't get myself better! He's my life and I'll never give up on him! But I want my old self back when I was able to feel truly excited and happy!! Idk... but I'm tired of this! And I so greatly appreciate your words and caring!! Tysm!!

[@jessicarenae5107]

@@ThePrblmKd91Xx i greatly appreciate it!! Bless you!!

[@ThePrblmKd91Xx]

@@jessicarenae5107 no problem, that’s what I’m here for 🙂 I pretty much got the gist from your essay above there ⬆️ x

[@kailajensen1021]

its so weird to listen to him describe his mind and relate to almost all of it

[@MegaPoisonboy]

Thank you for everything you done for us Chester ❤

[@candeezymarie9827]

I miss him so much. RIP Chester. Iove how Mike is just letting him talk.

[@markziegler5115]

I know exactly what he’s talking about. Self critical. It’s hard to find that light.

[@JohnGaltGurgi]

Chester seems like he was always close to the edge of checking out. He fought it as long as he could. The beast is so dark and hard to push away.

[@labbaby189]

That part about his son was heartbreaking. At 7 you become aware of your feelings but because in the eyes of adults you're still a kid it's hard to have an honest conversation about them. The fact that they were able to talk about that together showed not only they had a great relationship, but that relationship made him strive to be a better man. RIP.

[@moonlight_sparkle6659]

It's gonna be five years this year, I STILL can't believe he's gone. This man was our Freddie Mercury and literally a fucking angel, he's missed greatly

[@WitchesOfWales]

Chester Bennington, you have the most amazing aura and energy I've ever seen and felt.

[@VictoriaLehr]

Damn. Life was rough for him. It goes to show even Fame and fortune can’t just magically make people happy. I feel so bad. Poor guy. Such a legend. I’m glad we had his presence in our lives.

[@aplacetobewithmythoughts7428]

No - but being in poverty and forcing yourself to go to a shitty job to live in a shitty place exacerbates things so much more. Although being famous has it's own struggles too I'm sure

[@MamaofaWrestler]

I cry everytime I watch Chester's interviews. He was so honest and open....Who else has ever been so honest, revealing his entire pain growing up, and then how he started feeling inner pain during his entire life. Sharing that he had Clinical Depression and describing what it had done to him, and how he felt. "You never want to do anything, and you feel like that ALL the time."

[@TravisInCanada1]

Its probably safe to say that we would have lost Chester much sooner had he not had music as a beacon of hope for as long as he did. He clearly struggled his whole life and was fortunate enough to find that one thing that brought him joy and peace, at least until it no longer could. To his fans, know that your love for him and his music was a massive contributing factor to allowing him to tolerate those struggles as long as he did.

[@ElenluciFontouraBastos]

Shinoda pra mim foi o seu grande guardião . Pena que a família o deixou sozinho em um momento dificil😢😢😢😢😢😢

[@amazingnothingness]

If you wanna be real he loved us fans the most as we could relate to his struggles and therefore connect to a beacon of light.

[@hallio111]

Most abused kids never get a chance at being succesful. So yes, he was a strong person to achieve all of that. Most just end up non functioning smoking crack at the trainstaion rotting away. Because society failed them.

[@annabellemann2675]

There will never be another Chester.💔 He gets it, the good, the bad, the ugly.😪💔

[@vincentmartens7149]

I could listen to him talk forever, I love you dude, thank you for everything I’ll always look up to you and think of you when I’m in a bad place or situation and I’ll know to be strong for you and do what’s right for you, you were a warrior and you changed the world with your incredible heart, talent, and music. I’ll fight my battles and do whatever it takes to succeed for you, God bless you Chester, keep resting in happiness and peace, we’ll always love and remember you.

[@ndk4]

If he mentions these mental illnesses in front of camera 10 or 15 years ago, im sure many people would relate to that straight away. It is sad that we live in a world of positivity, where negativity seen as weird and uncomfortable to the person listening to it

[@jacquelinefirkins994]

Exactly, totally agree! We should be able to love the negative which is where we are most creative.

[@pluviophile1988]

I'm sick and FUCKING tired of exclusive positivity, aka toxic positivity

[@jacquelinefirkins994]

@@pluviophile1988 we aren't saying be positive

[@jacquelinefirkins994]

@@pluviophile1988 oh right reread it you're agreeing with us 😁

[@bellciante]

see that’s the problem, glamorizing negativity and mental illness and making it out to be the source of creativity when clearly it’s not. A clinically depressed person isn’t going to create Art just because they’re in pain. I’m so sick of the tortured artist trope and the belief that being happy and positive is somehow boring and leads to nothing. Chester truly struggled and while he helped many people including me there will always people glamorizing Mental illness. Most people would think something is wrong with you because you’re happy and positive not the other way around.

[@mrhufflepuff6443]

I always knew who Linkin Park were but only recently got into their music (Numb and What I’ve Done are my favourite LP songs) and I already absolutely adore Chester, Like him I suffer from depression with periods of severe depression Chester is helping me posthumously to get through my daily struggles and not only me but so many other people to... Rest Easy Chester #MakeChesterProud

[@sfs8730]

If i could tell him that he is not a failure, his work and art saved millions of lives, put smile on someone's face when they were having a bad day, and his voice made someone feel at peace with themselves, his lyrics gave someone the voice of self expression and helped them better understand themselves, and he still somehow thinks he is a failure 😭😭.

[@kdramalover5267]

he deserved every happiness in the world, but so many people didn't like his last album, like mannn whyyy for me the last album saving me and make me feel that i'm not alone and to respect our choices

[@delgat000]

I remember how mean the internet was about One More Light months before he passed. I still remember reading comments on every video I watched and they were always shitting on Chester himself or the “pop’’ sound Linkin Park adopted. There was negativity everywhere I looked and it made me bummed because I was thoroughly enjoying all their new singles. Then The news about Chester happened then all of a sudden the comments were overwhelmingly positive. Just sucks how people can be so unappreciative and fake.

[@carolinesconcertvids860]

I didn't buy it when it first came out because of the change in direction. It was only this year I began to go back to their music, so got it, and I love it. It's the album I play in the car

[@zzduckxx8646]

He made a song where he said. He would put himself back together if he fell apart and yet. It still got to him. RIP Chester. We miss you

[@millylee1793]

He said 2017 kicking ass, heartbreaking how it changed ❤

[@maxhupp]

It's so sad to hear him talk about the hard years 2015 and 16, when you know what happens later in 2017. He dressed up very much in his last month and showed a positive side to the outside world, but was still stuck in depression. I think that should remind us to look closely at the people around us, and don't get blinded by the way, they show themselfes. Rest in peace Chester❤️; it's still so sad

[@catherinegallagher1101]

One thing Chester was always vocal of his feelings it's just sad he isn't here now rip chester

[@Lauraevoy]

I miss him so much. I can relate to so many things that he’s talking about. Like even when he said “people say ‘why do you put those things in your ears?!’” And then he said “because I like them- but you don’t have to, and that’s okay”. A lady once commented on my stretched ears telling me how ugly she thought they were and how I’ll regret it later in life. So I simply said “I don’t really like your earrings either, but I had enough decency to keep that to myself”. Man, life is hard enough, if you can’t be kind, then be quiet.

[@revilhunter]

How could he even think about being a failure like he said, he's a role model of success *at everything* , look at all the amazing work he was responsible for, inspired an entire generation. This disease is something that needs to be talked about way more nowdays.

[@amazingnothingness]

People with mental illness have a hard time recognizing their own accomplishments, because of how bad their depression is because it clouds everything positive in their lives. I’m so impressed he fulfilled his dream of fronting STP. Not many people can say they fulfilled their life’s dream but he did. I hope he was at least proud of that.

[@rjvowels]

As a suicidal and severely epileptic person myself, i must say that general society doesn't give a fuck if someone is suffering/ contemplating suicide....

[@catzb37]

@@rjvowels many people care. I know you don't feel like it, but there are those of us who care, even though we don't personally know you. Hold on to that thought. You aren't alone. There are many of us.

[@mansgpt]

Love you Chester, I haven't been ever so emotionally connected with any celeb as I m with you. Earth lost a gem we you were gone. No one can ever sing like you except you. Rest in peace. God please take special care of Chester in thy kingdom.

[@BlackQuest89]

Man it’s crazy he had his issues and linkin park made me feel fuckin great when I felt like shot or had a shit day.

[@charlie-vi8mw]

Me too

[@durv13]

makes you wish there was a linkin park for chester ...

[@angelawallner651]

Chester has his own character. That' s what makes him. So personable and funny. He is inspirational.

[@lanebashford3982]

Depression is way bigger across the world than is being reported. It's really sad that we as people can't find a cure for all of it. I want so badly for people with depression to beat it into the ground and be able to live in contentment. RIP Chester.

[@paulch7513]

reality dont have any cure. life is hard and meaningless

[@lyam3149]

@@paulch7513 well.. yes, you're kinda rigth.. Happiness its not a destynation but a constant effort; like we have to constantly aim to trick ourselves into thinking everything it's fine and the achivements we make are gonna makes us "happy".. at least temporarly.. at the end of the day it's meaningless so it doesn't matter.. but still, we have to keep trying, we might as well give our best shot..

[@sahanudana5692]

Only cure is Buddhism

[@My7seliquids]

Actually at home ketamine treatments having an 85% success rate with chronic depression looking up it's a game changer

[@charlottetaylor4471]

We live in a toxic, trauma-creating world. We need more compassion, honesty and healthy ways of living (both physically and mentally.)

[@viictor1309]

Wow, watching this I couldn't help but to imagine what happened the day he passed. As a person who suffers from a similar issue since my early childhood, I could picture the moment of peace and relief he was living, but the problem is that we should constantly (I stress the constantly) keep moving away from that kinda empty ugly pit in our stomach that reaches us. And the transition between that stable moment and the real bad time is rough and very frustrating. But he seemed so sure that this time it was stable, and the moment he left his family it hit like a rock and it went straight from ice to fire, and this time after so many times like these it was too much and he couldn't bear the frustration, and without hesitation he did what he did and the world lost a star... Probably other people with the same issue, and that hearing Chester speaking felt like hearing a friendly voice could relate to what I thought.... err yeah

[@toeachitsown2050]

Yup... it was his friends birthday, the dear friend who killed himself, he was alone (shouldnt have been), so he relapsed and... probably figured there were no more options at that point. Its so so sad

[@candeezymarie9827]

Viictor he saved me so many times. I wish everyday I could have told him this and maybe saved his.

[@pacovl46]

It could also have been just a matter of having the house to himself and not wanting to do it with his family around.

[@amandaroman3471]

I just want to hug girl. Like I’m listening to my own feelings and life poured out into your message. X I can totally understand what your saying.... c

[@durv13]

wow . i hear yu vic . thats exactly what i thought . what was chester thinking at that time ? i really really hope it was happiness , that he finally got peace . because he gave so much to us , and could never receive it back . i hope he knew how many ppl he touched . they werent just fans he had . they were followers and believers . R.I.P my brother chester .

[@benjaminstanley4364]

He himself would have made an unbelievably good therapist. I always admired him so much as a kid. So just like he requested in the song, his time came, and I have many reasons to miss him. I keep him in my memory, and leave out all the rest.

[@JoshSullivan1986]

I still miss this dude so much

[@MrRocket24]

I can't believe he ended up doing what he did, he seems so genuine and he opened a lot of times about his mental state and no one was able to save him from his own thoughts, it is extremely sad to think about how bad he should've felt those moments

[@ABOLITIONIST269]

How can you honestly thumbs this down!?

[@durv13]

thats the world we live in sadly ,

[@Edizzle15]

I didn’t know a thumbs down was still an option. We all should be able to use a thumbs down for whatever we feel the need to. Welcome to communism.

[@courtneymorgan97]

The more videos I watch of him, the more you really see the kind of person he was. Warm, kind, funny giving. Just an all around good human being. Still such a big loss.

[@ITFNBiteBayKon]

I'm so closing to losing right now. Im watching this, tears in my eyes, sat at the train station waiting to go to work... I'm so broken, my life is such a mess, its been such a waste

[@Avanas]

“Be strong because things will get better. It may be stormy now, but it never rains forever.” - Anonymous. You'll be ok I promise! And it's not a waste! I just watched some of your gaming video's and they made me smile! Thank you for making my day brighter. I hope this message makes yours a bit better. Eat a cookie! Watch a funny movie! Get away from your mind for a while. It helps!

[@Dawnrazor93]

Much love to you and many hugs. I know what you are feeling and the storm will pass just hang in there. If you need a friend that truly understands, I am here for you. It can't rain all the time

[@janedoex1398]

Where are you ! Please answer ! I don't know you but i care !

[@pluviophile1988]

Me too. Me too.

[@chipachipyakiri4153]

we love you!!!💛

[@Kacccicka]

Pure soul.

[@angelapoarch6809]

I loved his voice. I'm sorry that he was so tormented.

[@the_minimalistic_adventure]

This man was truly a beautiful and tortured person mentally, just sucks that someone couldn’t have been there to save him at his darkest moment. Saddening, we always lose the best people…

[@DanCortesPodcast]

Late to the comments but you can see Chester really loved goodness and truth. It's just the compulsiveness to his addiction weighed him down as a result. RIP.

[@monicastamper2304]

I love you Chester! I miss you so much! I’ll never be the same without you :(

[@HaleyYates-so2qf]

This just made me cry so many tears. The last few minutes especially, seeing how broken Chester was with losing Chris. I am a big fan of both Chris Cornell and Chester/LP, and their loss has been hard... But to see them together like that and seeing Chester struggle his way through singing One More Light was really painful to watch. RIP to two amazing musicians 💜😔🕯️

[@undeadgaming7297]

One of thr bravest men in the world admitted his shortcomings and used his voice to help the world even though he was always hurting on a deep emotional level he smiled and wanted nothing more than to bring joy and understanding to this world you may not have been the man that the world wanted but you were who we needed for those who had nobody to talk to you gave us an ear and through your music said " I know it's tough but it will be ok" I onlybwish I could have known you or seen you preform

[@kathryngentz1601]

Chester's such a wonderful and inspirational man, was never afraid to tell anything like it was. Listening to him and Linkin Park was so therapeutic for me to help me get through the rough times, it still is. I miss Chester very much. #Linkinparkalwaysinmyheartforever.❤ Rest in peace Chester 🤍

[@darealslimshady702]

i was 12 when chester passed away. i knew it was sad, but i didn’t know really who chester was as a person. over the years i learned more about him, and now at 18 i really appreciate him. he seems like such a genuine good man who couldn’t escape his own mind

[@CrossKiryu]

I was 8 years old when Linkin Park debuted. As an old fan, I appreciate you. Thank you for taking the time to learn about Chester. He means so much to so many. ❤

[@MG-mn7ig]

It breaks my heart that Chester, Mike, and the rest of the LP boys seemingly poured out their hearts into OML and got the reception they got. Maybe it wasn't a perfect record, but it contains some of the most mature and deep LP lyrics to date... Chester may have only helped write 2 songs, but you can tell he cared very deeply for this record. And the backlash didn't help him get out of the hole he's in. Of course, I'm not blaming critics for his death, I know he had other issues, his healing from his broken ankle, Chris Cornell passing, etc. But I think OML was a comfort for him, and it was all just too much at the same time.

[@darkwun1461]

1:40 Damn. I never knew that's how some performers felt. Fuck that one dude. Chester really took stuff like that to heart, makes me really feel for him.... considering..

[@Treychik]

Well, he'll never be forgotten. Perhaps he thought that he is not perfect, nobody is...but he and the band were there for me every tough time...without LP i have no idea where I would end up...I was a mess as a teen, the only thing that stopped me from suicidal thoughts was music...I would just come home from school, lock myself in my room, not talk to anyone, put my headphones on and blast almost full volume alternative music...all that angsty teen music, that grown ups still hate - helped me to stay on float and get away from horrible thoughts.

[@caricavello1995]

He was so amazing!!! I truly hope he realised how much his music meant to us. Their will never be another Chester. may he rest in peace 💔

[@Raspotnik]

Chester was sucha amazing person. I could listen to him talk and sing all day.

[@amandaroman3471]

All I ever wanted was to see them in concert..... I can never listen to the music the same way. The only music I’ve ALWAYS enjoyed as long as I could remember- it was never a phase or whatever. I am still very heartbroken. But I hope he is now at peace.

[@SophiaOrjala]

I wish I could have met Chester he seemed like a very nice and caring person it's sad that he died on my 12th birthday and because of that I know I have to keep on living so I can help keep his music and memories alive for the next generation I will never forget how he helped us all get through tough times in our lives

[@moon1890]

Very introspective person

[@lili-jv9ku]

I resonate with everything he said

[@prachykhan610]

Love you Chester.. And will love you forever!

[@blaak96]

Thank you for this amazing compilation of interviews. 5 years without him and it feels like yesterday. The pain and the empty space he left will never go away, Chester we all miss you wherever you are.

[@davide4589]

Rest in peace, Chester. You touched so many lives. I personally am so grateful to have been blessed with your music. Love ya, brother.

[@CRAZY_KIZZ01]

You're not a horrible Dad or a husband You're the best dad and husband I'm sure your wife and kids love you we miss u man :(

[@paulbrull8631]

damn mike, give him a big hug !! :'(

[@mikeylewis7467]

Sums depression up so well. RIP Chester. You helped keep me here.

[@smearypigeon]

TRIBUTE to a great man that helped sooooooo my kids/adults to get thru their emotions & depression but the sad ending is we couldnt SAVE him!!° #RIPChester

[@davidking5509]

2:00 How could one go to a LP concert and not be acting like a rock star singing along with Chester 🤔

[@ECJ-ih2ns]

Everyone's got their reasons, probably something happened and that thing made that person feel bad even small things can throw people off

[@lodejoseph7474]

if you have very extreme hyperacusis ... But in that case like i. I should go out... take earplugs. and go back.

[@rubenh8645]

seeing all this, it's hard realising that he's actually gone, and i really miss him

[@aerchwita]

Such a phenomenal human. Hes missed

[@robins6499]

This is very good. Rip Chester! ❤️

[@lilgit9969]

Chester and Linkin Park got me through so many dark moments in my life, they saved my life.

[@AJennings822]

Thank you for putting this together. I miss Chester and his lyrics and music. The world is colder without him here. #makechesterproud

[@theallamericannightmare4163]

Greatest voice in music history and 1 of the greatest people to ever live. Rest in peace and paradise Chester Bennington ❤

[@geoseason5800]

Mike is like the light of Linkin Park, he is so laid back and calm...

[@Monika_LP]

For me forever will be FUCK 20th July 2017. I wish to time travel and just save him that day. Just hug him and tell him how much he is loved. My life is so empty now. What a loss. He was the best! I am crying every fucking day since that hell day. I will never find peace in my heart

[@Cocorost]

Thank you for the great video. I miss Chester every day. Legends never die!

[@TakersSoulGirl22]

He is so open about this stuff and I love it. He is the only famous person that I can think of who was able to talk openly about his mental health and addiction and not get ridiculed to high hell. It's kind of inspiring and awesome.

[@Skaterbun]

High functioning he hit the nail on the head, you can have it all and still have nothing.

[@donovanabrey8135]

RIP Chester Bennington. Love you bro, you got me through so much shit in my life. Miss you my brother. ❤️✝️

[@Scrappymuscle]

Rip Chester

[@philipkalin1928]

2017.. fucking kicking ass.. how fucking fast life can turn so bad and dark... this dude.. he deserved everything from life.. but sometimes its just not fair... fly high Chester, we miss you down here, but we never gonna forget you! thank you for everything you did for us

[@allys744]

He was a good man and a huge talent. It was sad to see that he tried very hard to think positive and count his blessings when his inner demons caught up with him. He deserves to be at peace. ❤️✨

[@zaikura-chan6949]

Its crazy how much this man meant to me, and i never even knew him. You here a lot of people say this, and im the same, Chester Bennington, and Linkin Park in general, saved mt life. I never would ha e made it through my childhood without him and his lyrics, and the unbrideled emotion he carried through his voice, giving me a space to release my own. I cried on the day i found out. I couldnt listen to Linkin Park for years, until this year. I came back to it because i needed that expression, that release back in my life. I wish i couldve made it to a concert as a kid. I hope that he feels at peace, finally.