The beginning lyrics “it’s ok to be racist” was sarcasm due to racism being tolerated if it’s direct at caucasians.
@makra3052 Жыл бұрын
... beside it was not the full sentense/theorem?! 😊😊😊 If I say "I was born in 82" you did not stop the tape by "I was" saying 'poor guy he is already dead'....
@IronRaspberry Жыл бұрын
@@makra3052 you are correct, it wasn’t the complete sentence. The whole sentence was sarcastic. My apologies, I’m not understanding what you were trying to say in your second paragraph.
@makra3052 Жыл бұрын
@@IronRaspberry i tried tell I do not like nowadays videos being like stoping in the firsth note, hrythm, etc... n' doing The jugment!?!?!
@zekiah2 Жыл бұрын
It funny to see everyone pause when they hear it
@jennifer37355 ай бұрын
@@makra3052then don't watch pleb
@goodstuff1977 Жыл бұрын
Please go down the rabbit hole , if you play Tom H.O.G will come and your views and subs will grow , we love you and want you in our family , welcome to the awakening
@QualityShXt Жыл бұрын
lol can’t believe I am saying this but I am willing to this has purpose #Hog
@goodstuff1977 Жыл бұрын
@@QualityShXt I’ve subbed and will be waiting for you next Tom review , try ,brainwashed, sheeple, exposure, fake woke , people so stupid , the system , I promise you your life will change , Tom is a realy good person who just wants love and people to come together against corruption , racism , and hate , hope your well my brother , love from uk x
@donaldpaulson3920 Жыл бұрын
#HOG
@JuggaloHomies101 Жыл бұрын
💯
@johnquilliams4060 Жыл бұрын
#HOG fam
@shellybmya Жыл бұрын
Thank you for giving Tom a chance. So many prejudge Tom because of the way he looks -'Tryna judge your engine by your paint job' is how Tom puts it. Tom's music starts conversations, conversations we aren't having but need to, badly. His fan base is called Hang Over Gang or HOG, but we're more like a family. Tom is Canadian but has lived in Los Angeles for the past 11 years, 7 with his girlfriend, Nova Rockafeller, also a Canadian and an artist herself. She directs, shoots and edits all his videos. People call him a conscious rapper, but I don't think Tom likes to be labeled. He just pays attention to what's going on and points out the hypocrisy he sees, from both sides. He's a true artist, using his voice to get his message out. Being 💯 independent, he has the freedom to do that. He has no label, no manager, no distributor; no marketing team, he does everything himself from his house, including producing all his own beats, with Nova, his parents, his sister, her husband and a couple of friends as his whole team. He's also getting his dual citizenship and soon will be a Canadian- American if he hasn’t already. For political style songs, I suggest Brainwashed and The System. To get to know more about Tom, then I Don't Care and Sober. For bar heavy songs, No Response and Hangman. Emotional songs would be Ghost and Famous. I'll stop there or I could go on forever, Tom's catalog is deep, both in numbers and content. #HangOverGang #ACAL #NovaRockafeller
@QualityShXt Жыл бұрын
lol I give everyone a chance at the end of the day these are all opinion but my opinion of him ,is leading me to go down the rabbit hole lol
@shellybmya Жыл бұрын
@@QualityShXt Love to hear it, new sub for the journey 👍😉
@shellybmya Жыл бұрын
@@QualityShXt Also, just fyi #TomMacDonald and #HangOverGang in your title and we can find you. Tom has a massive fam base.
@teresacamp5739 Жыл бұрын
@@QualityShXtyay ! I’m subscribing for it !! Love watching people’s reactions when they first find @Tom Macdonald #HOG
@donstubbs1269 Жыл бұрын
Everyday is a blessing regardless of the color of your skin
@margaretsargent1084 Жыл бұрын
ALL AMERICANS CAME FROM OTHER PLACES , INCLUDING THE SO CALLED " NATIVE " INDIANS ! #HOGLOVE2ALL
@samuelsmith2599 Жыл бұрын
I love that you listened to Tom...continue the journey with "Dear rappers" and grow with him...
@QualityShXt Жыл бұрын
Already have kzbin.info/aero/PLnMaCwP-aAvHDfNnHJjqu5bhRG5Ubdt_-&si=CBl8kOcLH9rY1ocd
@KimisCat Жыл бұрын
The first statement he said he doesnt agree with either, but right now that's how it is.
@beckyleavitt7808 Жыл бұрын
"Judge your engine by your paint job" - Tom MacDonald
@sarahstednick48846 ай бұрын
Something to keep in mind with Tom is he uses irony and sarcasm. He provokes thinking as well as laughter.
@SaffsVids Жыл бұрын
We're all different. Its not based on color, it's based on our individualism. Each and every one of is is unique and special. We need to stop segregating ourselves into groups and embrace each other as the beautiful individuals we all are. I love all of you for what makes you uniquely you.
@FreerunningGamer Жыл бұрын
Contents of ones character are the only thing that's valid to judge. Some people seem to have forgotten this.
@lazerathhome10 ай бұрын
I can longer remember his name or what he looked like but when I was in kindergarten my best friend was a black kid in my class. I still remember being upset for years that I couldn't go over to his house or him come over to play at mine (We moved many hours away and lost touch). It wasnt until I was probably 10 years old that I realized he was black. It was when I received some racist comments at school that I even learned about racism. I tan very dark in the summer and go white in the winter from lack of sun. So this old man agrees, racism is taught its not something yer born with. Good video!
@hakunamarada Жыл бұрын
"every color comes up bones if you bury them" i think is the best line of the song. I just found your channel. Good commentary.
@manifesto63 Жыл бұрын
You rocked that reaction! New sub here! the #hogarmy will be coming to support you as you travel the wild ride that is Tom MacDonald #HOG4EVER
@QualityShXt Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the support more to come !!!
@jasonsimpson1397 Жыл бұрын
I'll tell you where my bit of racism originated.. Growing up, black people were some of my favorite people; In Living Color was the best sketch comedy ever (still is), Martin was my favorite show(Mm,loved me some Tisha Campbell too😅), my idol was Mark Henry, especially during his Olympic trials, then when he joined WWF/WWE Now, when it started, I was watching a program on TV and thwre was a black man yelling about how I'm evil because I'm white and that I'll never be as good at anything as black people. Then I heard it again elsewhere.. suddenly, all these black people I loved, I saw as people who hate me because I'm white. Kinda hard to love someone you believe hates you, so I just stayed clear of liking black people. I never went out of my way to hate them, just chose to not associate with them. Been trying to undo it for a few years now. It dawned on me that, if there are white people I fully disagree with, then there must be black people who fully disagree with those hateful men. I couldn't judge a race by the actions and statements of a couple people, just as I didn't want to be judged as if I were the same as the Klan. Love doesn't always breed love, but hate always breeds hate. Still many prejudices that I have to let go of, aone of which I'm probably not even aware of yet.
@FreerunningGamer Жыл бұрын
I love that you can relate to Tom because of the stigma you get for your appearance. It's not right, but it shows that you're a strong person who understands the value of genuine kindness. I'm not sure if you're religious or not, but God bless you.
@michaelkibling232110 ай бұрын
Black men have bled all over the planet for this country's freedom. They stood with us at Bunker Hill and every war thereafter. They will always be my brothers. On behalf of all white men,thank you for your sacrifices so that my family can live safe and free. Much love,honor,and respect.
@Halmak3 Жыл бұрын
So glad you took me up on my suggestion!! You will not be disappointed going down the Tom rabbit hole! You should go back to the beginning with Dear Rappers and work your way up his catalog. It's the only way to get to know Tom personally and really get the meaning behind the song. He is the only artist who can paint a picture in my mind with his words. Just like the others have said, put #TomMacdonald #HOG in the your title and HOG will be here for your journey! Im so stoked! #HOG4EVER
@QualityShXt Жыл бұрын
Yes thank you for your advice !!!! Definitely will be a journey
@Halmak3 Жыл бұрын
@@QualityShXt ❤️
@misner1989 Жыл бұрын
Thxs for being honest. Everyone and their momma have judged somebody before we're humans 🎉
@SamSpade-z3p Жыл бұрын
"You're not born with it" Amen!
@cliff2267 Жыл бұрын
American is not a race it's an ideal!
@stevenlaurin6059 Жыл бұрын
the HOG (Hang Over Gang) dont judge the engine by the paint job ..... Tom's a new style of artist and 100% independent he makes the beats except for the one song DEAR SLIM Em made that beat he writes the songs and his girl Nova Films all the videos and the reason the HOG are such insane fans is Toms speaks facts and dont care about the feelings...... Tom also has one hell of a range from SCAR thats a bit country to SOBER that is laterally helping me not drink daily ..... or songs to help build you up like FIGHTER..... or his diss songs RIOT or DONT LOOK DOWN ..... keep going into Toms music rabbit hole and youll meet a lot of us HOG that will show up to enjoy the ride with you #HOG4LIFE
@QualityShXt Жыл бұрын
I understand why you guys like his music #HOG
@QualityShXt Жыл бұрын
His music has a lot of meaning
@richardperez9873 Жыл бұрын
New sub here.. i like what you are saying stay open minded and I will ride with you . Let's roll.. # HOG
@thewhitefangs Жыл бұрын
Beo you had me dying when you said "Do we have different organs size?"
@TracyLynn077 Жыл бұрын
I hope you react to more of Tom. I think you will really enjoy his other tracks.
@QualityShXt Жыл бұрын
Most definitely I will be looking and listening to more of Tom
@capnatewr652211 ай бұрын
Hey my brother my skin may be white but I still care. Keep your head up through your struggles my friend.
@cliff2267 Жыл бұрын
I have alot of tattoos as well, yet I'm educated and informed. I like it because people put me in a box and it puts me at an advantage when we actually converse. You're also right about racism being taught. As a white guy with two white daughters, when they make friends and I ask them about them, skin color isn't even something they mention as a descriptor. They don't even recognize they don't look like themselves. I wish adults could be the same.
@Robby_C Жыл бұрын
great reaction bro. subbed.
@RLewy10 ай бұрын
Loved the reaction and have to say you’re camera quality is top tier
@Angelena828 Жыл бұрын
Hang over gang in the house, UNITED WE STAND ✊️✊🏿✊🏽🇺🇲#HOGARMY #ACAL #NOVA
@QualityShXt Жыл бұрын
🎶🎶🎶🎶‼️
@gregory6592 Жыл бұрын
Tom is totally Sober now, even gave up smoking a couple of years ago. Tom's music starts conversations with the hope of buildings understanding and unity. As I said before Tom will say things no one else will (well Adam does as well). I think you might like Tom's - If I Was Black, when you do it, you'll get the story behind it. #HOG UK
@QualityShXt Жыл бұрын
Love goes out to the UK !! Thanks for the suggestion
@sarahelizabeth7389 Жыл бұрын
We all bleed red! 42 yr old white chick here! Personally I think your piercings and tats are dope ❤ much love to you my brother!
@stevensimpson8231 Жыл бұрын
I think he used black white because thats where the govt trys to divide the most
@Mamabear76 Жыл бұрын
Give Tom more time. He’s sarcastic, witty, factual and he always points out the hypocrisy that is in the country. When you said people judge you about your looks…. Watch “This house”, “Castles” and maybe even “Best rapper Ever”. He has built up a fan base of people from all generations, skin color, backgrounds, lifestyles… because of what he has been through. He’s a good rabbit hole to follow. Also the line Adam says about being American- if you live in America, you are American. That is your citizenship. It doesn’t make you lose your other culture or place of origin. You can hate the Government the United States has and still appreciate the Freedoms that come from this country. ❤ That’s another message from Tom in his song “America”.
@summerduggan3838 Жыл бұрын
Excited to follow..❤HOG❤
@TomJuddJr4 ай бұрын
I can say the same thing that every day is a blessing as a white man growing up in Baltimore City
@gofish8646 Жыл бұрын
I honestly think it's how certain people act. I think a big stem of racism comes from stereotypes of a certain race. I don't think like that but I feel like that's where a good portion of it comes from.
@rbb04201 Жыл бұрын
I believe we are children of God . All family members. Everyone. Everywhere
@AlenahRose11 Жыл бұрын
#HOG ❤ Tom and Adam are unapologetically themselves, which most are afraid of these days, hog family welcomes all, were about unity, bringing back respect for others even if we disagree, freedom of spea h, and thinking for yourself. Warm welcomes, i hope you check out more of Tom and Adam, and Toms girlfriend, who is also an artist ( and shoots all his videos), she just dropped a song today called Lost Girls.
@QualityShXt Жыл бұрын
Yes I have and they are impressive !!!
@patrickdent187 Жыл бұрын
Here we go…have fun..blessings coming your way.
@joshuastickley2796 Жыл бұрын
Im glad I was able to snag a physical copy of the Brave 2 album this is from because imo it was their best work yet! Great Reaction!
@doingrandomstuff476 Жыл бұрын
He says it's okay to be racist if it's not directed at black people, that's the norm this days.
@AdamBazille Жыл бұрын
The first line was 100% right! Went into the whole song thats 100% right!
@jamessmith7959 Жыл бұрын
Start with toms first song to go viral, Dear rappers
@coachhart9527 Жыл бұрын
Always great to see someone's very first reaction to Tom MacDonald. I can't believe that the very first verse you heard from Tom was "It's ok to be racist." But you handled it and saw that it wasn't a blanket statement, he was just being facetious about the white plight, lol. Strong song, great reaction and welcome to the HangOverGang! #HOG
@ethovas663 Жыл бұрын
Adam was talking about American rights. It’s a statement to say he believes in rights for everyone.
@dougiefresh_ Жыл бұрын
New sub!!.. Take the journey down the tom macdonald rabbit hole!! We're here for it!
@QualityShXt Жыл бұрын
Most definitely!!!! Thanks man new video tonight at 7pm
@beckyleavitt7808 Жыл бұрын
Always let Tom say his shocking first bars. He will clarify lol.
@QualityShXt Жыл бұрын
Favorite comment lol
@meyes166811 ай бұрын
It’s a blessing for anyone who woke up today no one is promised tomorrow
@audioamz8 күн бұрын
"The only positive things will be a local... parade, or somethin". YES. I'm so ready for unity. I been ready. I was born ready. As a mixed chick, Ive had to hear about this shit my whole life and I'm over it! Everyone would do better getting OUT and meeting all the beautiful souls in this world. Im so sick of the hate, the fear mongerers, the love blockers... I cant wait for a new America fr
@johnbarraco5561 Жыл бұрын
H.O.G family love big dog .. 💯✌️🙏❤️.. appreciated your thoughts I. Your reaction ✌️
@QualityShXt Жыл бұрын
Thx for bein here for the ride!
@JosephPendergrass Жыл бұрын
Every day is a blessing for Everyone!! Bad things can happen anytime to anyone and anywhere!
@maryannerazzano7692 Жыл бұрын
Subscribed, loved the reaction ❤
@QualityShXt Жыл бұрын
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@Meh-oz4guАй бұрын
There's a reason he said whites and blacks. Then showed an indigenous person. Because it's satire. Everything you hear is white and black. But what about... Etc. That's the point.
@gerardfraser Жыл бұрын
Starting at your first Tom/Nova song.Smart people get Tom/Nova #HOG #hangovergang #tommacdonald #nova #Evanmorgen always gets thumbs!!!
@alisonmatheson7118 Жыл бұрын
New sub hete. Lovvvvve the reaction young man!!
@samuelpancake4084 Жыл бұрын
It will open your eyes . He has alot of different music including a whole diss battle
Cool another reactor going down the Tom rabbit hole. Here for it. #HOG4ever💕 Ok I subbed not because of Tom but because of you. Love critical thinkers. ❤
@bdbdluk954 Жыл бұрын
If you were born in this country your American, not African, Mexican, Asian or whatever. Your American with the heritage of whatever country your parents grandparents down the line came from. If you immigrated to this country and became an American, well they seem to be more proud to be American then true Americans. We should be one country, one people.
@spyder027 Жыл бұрын
I tell people this all the time. Everyone in America asks where your from and people answer Italian or German. Anyone born in this country is American and there talking about their heritage and ancestors. I think its because we’re a relatively new country and you can track it back
@smle34 Жыл бұрын
#HOG…..found u today…..went back to this vid to start rabbit hole w u!!
@johnnymcdonald461111 ай бұрын
Once the first statement is settled in proper context, it’s like “OK, I see you Tom.”
@cindyv1401 Жыл бұрын
WE ARE ALL SOMETHING ⁉️
@DyvmSlorm Жыл бұрын
I'm late to your reaction here. I can't speak as a racist but I believe that racism grows out of bigotry (they are different, or used to be). A bigot has misconceptions/relies on stereo types to classify people. A racist has cemented his/her acceptance of those misconceptions/stereo types in his or her mind and will be very hard pressed to ever think on them again other than to 'know' they are true. A racist might 'know' that blacks have more bones in their feet or are more violent (first is untrue and second comes down to a subset of culture AND is not totally based on race but when that racist thinks about it, anyone with a certain amount of melanin fits squarely into that 'truth'). Heck, in a bad neighborhood the number of thugs are far outnumbered by the number of regular people just trying to get by and live. I find it sad that a few bad apples keep victimizing certain neighborhoods. That's why I was never down with the 'defund the police' movement. All that does is further victimize those neighborhoods that are already hurting. Now, if we talk about reform or MORE funds for better training, I'll listen. That, unfortunately, is not what was pushed here in Minneapolis.
@accountablehog Жыл бұрын
New sub. HOGxACAL🤘🏻🇺🇸
@QualityShXt Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for the support !!!
@djsherrard8904 Жыл бұрын
Hi Quality. I just found your channel about a month ago? I did like and subscribe because I enjoy your messages and positive attitude. I'm glad you have chosen to check out Tom Macdonald. His videos/songs have great messages, whether someone believes in the message or not, it's hard to not notice he is way ahead of what is coming. And he always puts out beautiful messages during the holidays. He has been an inspiration to me. Someone who used to hate Rap until I heard Tom's video, Brainwashed. I hope you have a very Merry Christmas! #HOG4LIFE
@PittbuII Жыл бұрын
Haha that was clever 2:47
@QualityShXt Жыл бұрын
lol
@jaydorton9376 Жыл бұрын
HOG family here
@QualityShXt Жыл бұрын
Loving that you decided to join
@gh4192 Жыл бұрын
Another great reaction. I’d recommend Mesus his song N.E.W.S (never ever watch the $#!t) about the manipulation media plays on us.
@BTD28 Жыл бұрын
As a life long stoner let me say that making fun of people who dont smoke, drink, or party is the corniest shit in the world. Makes you look like the bully in a disney movie.
@QualityShXt Жыл бұрын
Yeah it does I fully agree!! Any other video suggestions ??
@BTD28 Жыл бұрын
@QualityShXt I hit you with 2 on your newest Tom video. But idk if you've ever checked out NF, but he's a fantastic rapper. The Search is a great track about personal demons.
@QualityShXt Жыл бұрын
@@BTD28 I’m on it boss
@BTD28 Жыл бұрын
@@QualityShXt looking forward to seeing it.
@tammyhowell8131 Жыл бұрын
#HOG #Hangovergang #HOG4life
@QualityShXt Жыл бұрын
#HOG
@brenthowell6148 Жыл бұрын
Hangovergang in the Housssseee! Welcome to Tom Macdonald's world! So glad My Brother your reacting to The Hog Dog! Check out some other videos by Tom, Cancelled, Castles, Cancer, White Boy, I Built This House, Sheeple, White and Black, Names, Gravestones, If I Was Black, Riot, No Response, Fighter, Ghost, Chrome, My Fans,, Dear Rappers, I Hate Hip Hop, American Flags. This is just a start!✌️
@chrisf26367 ай бұрын
Late to the party, but dang. “in the kkk that’s cray cray cray”😂. Everyday is a blessing. Believing the news, if you want the actual facts on police shooting bias and how much is there, any Dr. Roland Fryer interview is awesome. The man went into police protection after publishing. The man’s story is great. Facts don’t always change views, but at least the info is there.
@N83Gaming6 ай бұрын
I'm a white boy, that grow up in the hood. With all color of people, with black's being the main people that I hung around with. I do have to say that black's are more racist to black's, why more then a white man ever can think of being. Blacks will be racist against another blacks just because of the blackness of there skin, or the block they grow up on. It even gets worse then that. Just keeping it real! There should never be racism, but until racism is no longer handed down to the next generation it will never stop. I enjoyed the video my brother keep up the great work, and all whys speak your mind.
@JimBob_McRob Жыл бұрын
I hope you made it home safely today. ;)
@Thomas_Harkins123 Жыл бұрын
As anyone leaving house can be your last. Insult the wrong person without meaning too. Cross the road drunk drive, being in wrong place at wrong time their is million of reason. Although think need look at Fryer, Jr., the youngest African American ever to be awarded tenure at Harvard, came upon what he would call the “most surprising result of my career.” In a study of racial differences in the use of force by police officers, Fryer found that Black and Hispanic civilians were no more likely than white civilians to be killed. Just my two cents take or leave it.
@tjcuillier7024 Жыл бұрын
Not that I ever cared when I saw someone with tatts, but Tom really changed my perspective on tatts. I wouldn't personally want to be covered with tatts but understand & appreciate the art, expression & meanings of tatts. I've never cared about anyone's race and don't pretend to understand all cultures. I'm always respectful to all people regardless of race, class, gender, etc. As a white person, I have experienced racism a few times but not on a large scale nor frequent basis. I just think there will always be racist small minded people.
@kathyborthwick6738LakotaEmoji Жыл бұрын
Yes races come from other places but Black against White and White against Black is a money game and a political game to give the government absolute control! White could mean Italian, Spanish, Swedish, Irish, Polish Ukrainian etc…. Black could Senegalese, Eritrean, Ethiopian, South African, Gambian, Nigerian etc….!❤👵🏽✌🏾
@michaelphipps8647 Жыл бұрын
Subed for more Tom
@QualityShXt Жыл бұрын
🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽
@jerrymanderer8464 Жыл бұрын
We have to come together. I'm white. My best friend is black. I was raised to be racist. He did 7 years in the pen. We stand on each other's shoulders. We are all just human. Good people are good people. This man introduced me to his mama as his brother. I would do the same if mine hadn't passed away. Let's just stop all this hate. Yall make some good food, BTW.
@Wright0101 Жыл бұрын
👍👍👍 #HOG
@QualityShXt Жыл бұрын
Love #hangovergang
@barbarafowler7761 Жыл бұрын
#HOG4ever #ACal
@QualityShXt Жыл бұрын
🎶🎶🎶❤️
@drewbombs705910 ай бұрын
He did not say It's ok to be racist, he was saying in society today It's ok to be racist towards whites, like it's ok to do it even tho it's not, because it has become the norm, set in motion to divide us further.
@falloutcycle1550 Жыл бұрын
You look great hun. Tattoos tell stories and add character. I know mine do even though i have nowhere near as many as you and tom. All that to say, tattoos tell stories and dont deserve the judgment they get
@richhewitt19967 ай бұрын
I think you’re awesome, sir. You’re my brother.
@IndianaJane123 Жыл бұрын
❤❤❤
@Jay-c5z3c Жыл бұрын
I believe what Tom was saying, is that in the U.S. it’s socially acceptable to be racist as long as it’s only towards white people. No one seems to be “cancelled” if they are hating on whites but any other race and it’s the opposite. Tom really likes to point out contradictions/hypocrisies in his music. It gets you to think no matter what you believe. Personally, I agree with most of what he says. You should check out his new song, Superman. It’s great! Great reaction!
@justme6440 Жыл бұрын
Great reaction Love Tom and Nova and Adam New sub #HANGOVERGANG4EVER
@jenniferclark8051 Жыл бұрын
I truly hope you check Tom’s music out more.
@QualityShXt Жыл бұрын
I have actually been going down the rabbit hole since this one 🤣
@jenniferclark8051 Жыл бұрын
You might not like every one of them, but you will find a consistent message of unity …… or just flexing 😂
@Elisplayhous123111 ай бұрын
If you're going down the Tom hole I'll subscribe! Great reaction HOG!
@keekdkelly Жыл бұрын
Well done! Excited to see you go down the Tom Rabbit hole! #HogFam❤
@QualityShXt Жыл бұрын
Thank you, I highly appreciate your support!
@Gulicktheemu Жыл бұрын
Tom has a wild back story. I apologize for this long post. Some of your comments reminded me so much of myself, I got comment diarrhea (gross symbolism, sorry). I only share this with you as I am impressed at how well you have your head screwed on right and I feel you will take to heart what is being said (I don’t share this info with just anybody). If any of my phrases seem weird, feel free to ask (I am a 65 year old Hispanic American - 2nd gen - and I sometimes use slang from when I was your age, a long, long time ago). ***Personal Opinion on Tom***: I think part of the anger Tom has towards the corporate music industry is due him buying into the message presented by rappers. He wound up depressed, messed up on alcohol and came close to suicide. He couldn’t pay his bills AND was evicted, living on the street until he went back and lived at his mom’s for 9 months, fully disconnected from the world, not even interacting with other humans. He finally made his way back and has nothing nice to say about the music industry labels or the message they push to the mainstream. He will not compromise and had no choice but to be truly independent. His music is also his therapy for the darkness of the depression and anxiety - that monster never goes away, I know because I’ve tried to kill the one lurking in my shadows. If you check out “Sober”, (kzbin.info/www/bejne/fmbOpWVtntmHarc ), you will get Tom’s story. He is an open book and knows that keeping it 💯 helps keep the monster locked down. His spoken word joints are also good for backstory. As you react to more of Tom’s tracks, you will see why there are 3 groups of people that listen to Tom’s tracks: 1. The haters. Never gonna change and the #hangovergang will always just wave🖕🏽🖕🏿🖕🏼 2. The people that feel the same way he does and like his message and that he holds the industry accountable: See “Blame The Rappers” ft DAX (kzbin.info/www/bejne/aWGmdXurnrd2qMU). Group 3 includes me and many others - keeping it real af: 3. We are people that have done battle with our own demons, such as alcohol, drugs, other addictions and depression. Many of us have even been close to suicide but we kept hanging on (kzbin.info/www/bejne/g3XUfIuVocylh5I). We still fight our demons but we refuse to give them power over us. While Tom’s music is therapy for him, it’s also a source of strength for us. The thing that gives us the greatest power over the darkness is knowing we are not alone. That is why we are part of the #hangovergang, we will never be alone, there is strength in numbers (kzbin.info/www/bejne/gqa5gaGNZdhmjNE). Lastly, some things I’ve learned after flipping the bird to Death 3 times: *: Life is full of absurdity. When non-critical shit happens (I.e. bought the wrong car part or the car part breaks), treat is as an absurdity and laugh your ass off at it. That takes all the power away from absurdities. Things like dyslexia are also absurdities (I have it bad but joke about it because, well you know, it’s ABSURD!). *: Life is a grand adventure. And, just like any roller coaster, there are scary parts and there are the thrills. All you have to remember is to Hold On Tight and enjoy the ride. Substances like alcohol and drugs don’t enhance the adventure, they will however, muddy the experience. *: You are not alone. No matter what struggles or challenges you may face, others have been there. There is no shame in the struggle, it’s what makes us stronger, like lifting weights. As we lift more, we get stronger but, there is a time when every weight lifter takes on a little more than they can safely handle and the ask someone to be a spotter, just in case. The only shame in life is when we are trying to “lift” more than we are able, to not seek help from a spotter. There are lots of people who are willing to serve as a “spotter” when asked. #hangovergang forever - for life 🤟🏽🤟🏼🤟🏿
@QualityShXt Жыл бұрын
Definitely a lot to take in , but it gives a great insight of why he present these topics in his music. I am definitely loving the content and concepts !!
@freerobert6969 Жыл бұрын
First line is a play on reality brother.
@ElainetheGARugrat8815 Жыл бұрын
❤HOG ❤
@kathyborthwick6738LakotaEmoji Жыл бұрын
Excellent analysis! New Sub! ❤#HangOverGang 👵🏽✌🏾🔥🔥
@amypowell6307 Жыл бұрын
#Hog4life much love. Hashtag hog or tom macdonald and the hog army will find you and sub. Here for this rabbit hole.
@QualityShXt Жыл бұрын
thank you so much
@emmamurphy995511 ай бұрын
Im white and i look at you and see family but i was raised right i was raised to treat everyone the way I would want them to treat me
@emmamurphy9955 Жыл бұрын
Tom and Adam are awesome check out struggle to
@QualityShXt Жыл бұрын
🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽
@lorysmidt659213 күн бұрын
We all need to teach our kids better! We were getting better, now look at us! All lives matter. I'm white and I do understand about white cops and our young black men! We were getting there in the 70's. We have regressed and it makes me sad. When you become a citizen, you should have value being American. I think that is a truth. Sorry, I can't answer your questions. I was raised in a family that refused to allow racism!