Hunter Hayes Reveals His Bullying Past

[@foster4me2]

I met Hunter way back 2007 & 2008. I was and still impressed with him. He is a fine young man that I hope he continues to go far in life.

[@foster4me2]

@Hunter Hayes 🎶 - Im back in South Carolina now. I met you at a festival in Beau Bridge, La. I have numerous CDs of your music.

[@aislinnwaltersmusic]

He is such a genuinely passionate and caring person. He is using his fame to tell the world the truth on a subject that so many people are afraid to approach. His heart is so pure, and that is uncommon in many celebrities today. Hunter, THANK YOU for being different! Thank you for standing up for what you believe in and what you feel. Thank you for standing up for everyone who has ever felt that way. I can relate to this whole song - I went through bullying through middle school because of my passion for instrumental music, but it got a lot better, and now I am accepted for what I do, which is an amazing feeling.

[@carolhoffman8915]

He actually sounds extremely grounded and focused for his youthful years - a testimony to the training- nurturing, loving, caring of his family!

[@lostbrokenandunlovedharly7065]

Ive ben bullied all my life and this is beautiful i just listened to it for the first time and it brought me to tears. just know that whatever your going through u will get through it no matter the situation .you are not alone and we are all beautiful not just in gods eyes we all have people that love and care for us so just know that you are loved and god will take care . to Hunter you have saved the lives of so many including me who felt to weak to go on in life and dident want to live any longer thank you so much you are my hiro .

[@brookephillips240]

Hunter Hayes inspires me soo much and I think he is one of the best song writers this song does give me hope of a better tomorrow

[@mandymoffatt]

This guy speaks so true about bullying. I hear a lot of artists talking recently about themselves as being bullied and it sounds like they are just looking for attention. I can see he truly has dealt with it and has over come it. A true role model!!!

[@elizabetharthur4314]

In high school I was invisible. I did my best to be invisible, but it didn't stop all the bullying. Thank you for such an insightful song. You couldn't have hit the mark more dead center.

[@elisabethmcvey9560]

I still getting bullied but Hunter makes me feel better, specially with this song. Not even my friends or parents told me what I wanted to hear but Hunter did. I know he didn't write Invisible for me but his words are like the biggest advice for me, it helps me more than you could ever imagine. I wish I could thank him personally...

[@searragauthier6325]

Hunter, where do I start. You have changed my life for the better. Most of my whole life I have been bullied because I was 10 - 15 pounds over weight. It got to me, and almost made me want to starve myself. This song has given me so much hope to believe that bullying will stop and people wont have to suffer anymore. Whenever im feeling down, I go to your song for comfort. Its honestly beautiful and touching in every way. You truly are an amazing person who deserves the best, and I hope you get n

[@deleted2525]

I LOVE U HUNTER HAYES!!! GEEKS AND NERDS ARE AWESOME!!! I LOVE U UR AMAZING STAY AWESOME!!!!! xoxoxoxoxoxox!!!

[@TheAinRASockele]

Geeks and nerds ROCK. They are the ones who are going to build all the important math and science related stuff for our future. intergalactic travel: thank the geeks and nerds. Renewable energy: thank the geeks and nerds. tablets and smartphones: thank the geeks and nerds, right?

[@Aleksandraee]

I'm a total geek and nerd even though i dont look like the 'typical' nerd. I cant socialise and sitting alone in lessons hurts me so much inside. But i love education!! And i hope i can make a difference in this world! Sty for ranting btw

[@jazlynnepierce4150]

Remember if you ever get called a nerd, tell them "Then that means I'm smarter then you" and keep your head up! Being a nerd is a gift!

[@kayleigh340]

YES!

[@iyanuoriakhi4794]

yeah

[@ashligafford5931]

Jazlynne Pierce that is true

[@emilyaho3279]

Jazlynne Pierce same tho

[@iyanuoriakhi4794]

yea

[@searragauthier6325]

Othing but the best. My dream is to one day meet tou in person and tell you how much you inspire me. Youre my idol and I will never forget how much youve done for me. Thankyou hunter hayes....god bless:)

[@markanderson3519]

Hunter, you are an inspiration. I hate saying that because it puts you on a pedestal, but you deserve it. It's okay to just be who you are you prove that point. Thanks for the song Invisible.

[@hopefull1234567890]

He's an amazing person. He really adores his fans. I met him and he came out to meet over 30 fans and take pictures with all of them, even though security said it was a bad idea.

[@MelanieBrinegar]

anyone says any bad shit about my man hunter hayes has to deal with me he is the nicest guy i have ever met plus he is the reason i have stopped cutting myself and i love him more then anything

[@jacksonia7724]

Melanie Brinegar girl I’m telling you, I’m on your side

[@laceyjackson4316]

Poor, Hunter. I LOVE him, and those idiots who said something see him now, and wish they didn't. I love him so much. He is the sweetest guy ever.

[@amberrom6855]

I totally agree with you, Lacey

[@cadensmith4583]

I agree Smith you lacey .

[@TheAinRASockele]

LOL RIGHT??? They're probably watching this like…damn….I inspired a pretty heart-wrenching song….what have i done?!?! I LOVE the song Invisible. It's very sad content, and while I haven't had any personal experience with bullying, I have friends that have and talk to girls and guys in a group on Facebook called "I'm Being Bullied" and just feel such sadness for what these young people go through. I always tell them that IT'S GOING TO GET BETTER because I KNOW it will, because they're not going to be stuck with those cruel children forever, but it just breaks my heart a million times over to know that they're suffering and that they don't have much of a support system outside of school. Invisible inspires me to be more aware of people being bullied and to do more to reach out. I'm in college now so I haven't noticed any yet, but I want to see the culture of bullying die out. It's just plain evil.

[@theresafloresca5343]

Lacey Jackson im sure they are suffering now from insecurity ..... 😘😘😘😘💋💋💋💋

[@meahdahlgren5875]

I didn't know hunter hayes was bullied

[@taylorswizzzle]

I know there are people who are like "Aww why would anyone bully him?" and all that, but I bet some of you still bully people at school. Next time you consider bullying someone, think that your victim may live up to be famous and successful. What is there worth gaining anyway?

[@amberkluttz897]

I know how he felt. I was bullied everyday. This song literally saved my life and I'm a high school graduate

[@Aleksandraee]

How did u get through it? There's a deep pain inside that just wont go away as hard as i try....

[@taylorswizzzle]

I know how you feel. When we're going through something, we have a tendency to believe that the pain will never disappear because of the time it takes to heal it. Sometimes, people try too hard and it doesn't work because they're not heading in the right direction. Find a different way and think differently.

[@Aleksandraee]

taylorswizzzle Thanks! youre so right!

[@taylorswizzzle]

***** Bullies may of think whatever reasons for ceasing to criticize victims, as long as they stop bullying! The only reason people bully others because they're unsatisfied with themselves and decide to take their anger out on the vulnerable ones. If only they could understand that bullying is not the best solution and that there are better ways of dealing with their personal issues.

[@alikeese3989]

I have been bullied for the last 3 years and I still am being bullied. Why do people bully others because we are all equal in God's and my eyes? We are all different but we need to be proud of that, so love yourself and other people because all good things in life come from the good things we do.

[@emilyb9189]

Alisa Keese I've been getting bullied since I was 7 and I'm 13 and still getting bullied it sucks

[@brenda.lizeth]

They bully because they're insecure of themselves, and they see how amazing you are, so they feel like they need to bring you down with them

[@KarynnLynn]

I have spent a great deal of my life feeling invisible. I wasn't bullied. I felt like I wasn't even seen. Just invisible. A lot of that followed me into adulthood. It's just a thing to deal with or ignore...

[@samperlman2702]

Why would anyone dislike this??? Hunter is AMAZING

[@rw9175]

As somebody who was bullied in school....I think it made me into a more compassionate person....Seems like it worked this way for you too....LOVE your talent and style....Hope to catch you LIVE one of these days....PEACE OUT....!

[@allierenea0164]

hunter hays song actually inspired me at school because i and am and still continue to be a nerd. So this song told me to not worry about the bullying because they are horrible thank you hunter

[@laurad8062]

I have to admit, hunter I was a little bit of both. I felt like invisible throughout almost high school and middle school. My parents and my teachers I am grateful for me not feeling invisible I used to write songs and poems about my life for my loved ones and about life in high school. I’m still a geek and I’m pretty proud of that. I had inspiration from music.

[@mompraying4u]

Thank you Hunter, your candidness is refreshing. It promotes healing for many. Keeping it real is a true blessing.

[@RipLikeABeast420]

He looks like he's 12 but damn hes got the maturity of a 30 year old

[@123o28]

IKR

[@ninamanuel5551]

he is a great and a strong young man and he should countine doing what he loves because so many people find him as insperional he is amazing LOVE HUNTER HAYES keep going strong no matter how many haters

[@caitlynhurd8535]

You are AMAZING, no matter what other people think. Don't let anyone put you down, keep making music. Everyone loves you, and I'm not just saying that for myself, but for everyone and anyone that loves you. You really are AMAZING, and I am saying this for everyone and anyone that's ever felt Invisible. We all love you so much Hunter.

[@amberrenayz]

Hunter is so amazing.

[@Rads021]

why do people make a big deal when they find out celebrities were bullied? show me a person who wasn't bullied. im glad he's got a song like that song that has an idea thats not fully based on bullying but an idea around it.

[@bicentrix247]

To add to your point, if you can show someone who wasn't bullied in school, I'll show you someone who was a bully in school.

[@Karsbackup]

bicentrix247 so so very true

[@KimberleyB]

bicentrix247 plus, many bullies are abused/bullied at home by parents or siblings and act out at school.

[@steffanargusiloveu]

Aaron Schutte I'm homeschooled too!

[@destiniemitchell6215]

Aaron Schutte i have been homeschooled since the start of grade 10

[@valeriepeters245]

Such an amazing message to children who are "different"!!

[@emilymcculley3286]

I get bullyed to loke hunter used to him and his song help me get through it!!!!I luv you hunter

[@voldimorful]

You call him nerd or geek , He is the hottest geek

[@lauraobrien4617]

***** He never said Hunter was the most successful

[@varshasaketi6268]

Alex lim yes

[@susana01992]

No he's a gorgeous geek

[@avad6876]

YESSSSS HOTTEST GEEK

[@Jasonkelcesleftsandal]

this honestly is the best thing ever (the song is so freaking beautiful btw.) fact that you followed your dream and wow like you're just so inspiring i love that we can relate to the song it's really nice and i hope to inspire someone some day just like you did to me and your fans c:

[@kellylawler4428]

Hey hunter Hayes.I love all your songs and your song invisible is so meaning full and I love it .I'm your biggest fan .luv ya

[@caileyfan4ever4532]

One more celebrity I love that's been bullied, I feel for him and the other celebs or just anyone who's been/being bullied. "You're Not Invisible" ~ Hunter Hayes, "Invisible" (Best song ever!! [not the 1D song]

[@mercedes6986]

yasss i love that song

[@brianacussick9316]

Love you Hunter! You are an amazing person and didn't deserve that. You are a strong person and always will be! Love you.

[@maddiecunningham6128]

I was bullied it hurt so much but I got through it but look where ur at u are 22 and an amazing singer

[@lillylane7074]

bullies need harsher punishment.. people are getting out of control and i blame our weakening punishment system.

[@ashleemarie3422]

I just want to say thank you for writing this song because if you hadn't then I might not be here. I was bullied for eight years by the same people everyday and I was misunderstood for eight years by the adults who were supposed to help. So thank you

[@ivamorgan9627]

I'm not sure just what kind of person would bully such a sweet, talented man but his songs are a big inspiration to me so thank you for turning something so ugly into something so beautiful!!!!

[@lindalummiss994]

Bless you're heart! You are such a great soul. Love your music young man! Keep going!

[@the.pmmusic]

Wow! This is so touching

[@brynnemo9719]

Hunter I love you so much thank you for writing Invisible, it's such a beautiful song

[@usarmyfl1]

This kid seems super intelligent.

[@meahdahlgren5875]

In my opinion hunter hayes is a best

[@usarmyfl1]

@hunterhayes0123 Michigan and anytime. :)

[@elsanunes3582]

Hunter is very courage to talk about it .I love you hunter🤗❤

[@GamingBach]

I love the song 'Invisible' so much. I can relate because I get bullied and it makes me think that I should just ignore it.

[@digicb9618]

I heard many people being surprised that he was bullied... But... It's part of life... It's about mastering the art of mixing good things with bad things to create inspiration.

[@carleequinlan579]

Thank you hunter Hayes I love this song so much and I Love you too your the best hunter Hayes

[@TheSoftballstar1261]

I was bullied all my life, it is just a devastating experience. What I think is; if you believe in something, believe in it and don't let people bring you down, ALWAYS believe in yourself!

[@TheSoftballstar1261]

as you can see, I have a HUGE passion for flying from my picture. I was bullied for that, and I am still devoted to learn how to fly and become a PILOT, because I believe I can do it!

[@user-yy3mw5ne3p]

Julia Cooper if u believe u can do I know just how it fells to get bullied and I'm almost just like u but one of the reasons I get bullied if because I want to be in the fbi but I do that same things u do just believe and let ur dreams soar just have faith and pray and god will help u through these tough times in life

[@sweetsugarsourspice]

" Of course I heard music and movie and I was like 'Oh pfft, yeah.' I was like five at the time and I was like 'yeah!' " Oh my god Hunter, you are adorable! It isn't even legal to be that cute

[@susana01992]

i just cant imagine him being bullied i was bullied when i was in grade school, junior high, and high school and im still am i hate it, his song is amazing

[@kendellhires2901]

I find him really cute and dorky at the same time :) i luv that he admits to be proud od being a nerd!!!

[@Stark_dan97]

He's not alone! I've been bullied too! They've teased me about my height, when I told my parents they told the school and the school did nothing this was when I was in middle school! It's gotting a lot better! My friends on the saginaw spirit hockey team who goes to school with me have protected from getting bullied at school! It's meant a lot to me! They've been looking out for me since my freshmen yr of high school, know I`m entering my senior yr of high school. Thumbs up if you're aganist bullying!

[@mariahhassler1868]

This is just another reason he is my favorite singer !

[@LilNinjaxoxo]

This made me wanna cry

[@faithsanchez7958]

He's changed my life i no longer feel alone

[@horsecrazy2266]

Hunter, I want you to realize how talented you are and how many people you influence every day. I love that you can share your story that is so close to you with the whole world. I couldn't. I would start to talk and then just turn and run far and fast until I found a tree and climb up until I was sure no one would find me. I think I'm trying to say that I love how personal and open you are with your fans. It's Hunter. No ifs, ands, or buts. You are you and you are pure you. Authentic. Real. I'm so off topic. You inspire people because you got through this, and everyone thinks that because you did, they will :)

[@kiraholsen1313]

I think he is very generous and he is amazing inspiration for just saying to be yourself and be proud of who you are and never let anyone change you and be who you want to be.

[@kaitlynlaraine2197]

I think you just have a big ol' crush on him. :P

[@maddiemusic95]

Gorgeous Hunter

[@hunterlong6499]

You are amazing Hunter and so inspiring!!!!!!!!!

[@CallMeDaffodil10]

Ugh his voice when he sings is so deep and sexy but when he talks its so cute and adorable. LOVE HIM

[@deijaharris1778]

in many ways i can connect with hunter hayes in so many ways which i find amazing because he is truly amazing!!! DUH!! lol but i connect with invinsible and its an amazing song

[@bettycorkum112]

ugh...if he gets anymore gorgeous I will pass out.... Why would anyone want to bully him!? I would've been his friend :) I know the feeling.

[@sammiedynasty]

it sucks it hurts and all we can think is why me why do i have to get picked on but everyone goes through hard times and they take out their anger by bullying everyone. but everyone is beautiful and unique in their own way

[@TheHotFalafel]

The way I see it, bullying is an important experience of a person's life. Being bullied can mentally change you for better or worse. It's a growing up lesson honestly. It gets people ready for growing up in a harsh world. Sadly there are some who take it too hard, there are some who have to become those bullies and bullying will always be around. There's gonna be no end to it. It's something human kind has to deal with.

[@katherinec42016]

Hunter is bae. Thank you. This song is literally amazing. My wake up song it inspired me everyday

[@jaceyhawkins5658]

Aww hunter! I feel so bad dont worry I'm bullied behind my back and I know just because I can tell so ur not the only one AND WHOEVER CALLED U A NERD IS WRONG ur so sweet and kind I think whoever bullied u was wrong they arnt as good as u are now ♡♡♡♡

[@SuziXSongz]

Nothing but love!

[@destinygreer8037]

I don't care what other people say about you Hunter, YOU ARE AMAZING! And I'm so proud of who you are what you stand for and how far you have come in life. You are living proof, we all are living proof of making dreams come true and showing that you're worth it and enough! You are appreciated!

[@destinygreer8037]

@Hunter Hayes 🎶 North Carolina. And you’re very welcome ❤️ Never forget it. You are enough. Sometimes we just need to be reminded of our worth.

[@destinygreer8037]

@Hunter Hayes 🎶 yes! Thank you! Thank you so much!!

[@destinygreer8037]

@Hunter Hayes 🎶 Tysm!

[@sofieewing5967]

Incredible Artist and PERSON.

[@jaceyhawkins5658]

Why would anyone ever bully him!! Hes not a nerd hes a superstar!!! He should always fit in I mean hes awesome and so sweet!!!

[@aliciacastillo1155]

Thankyou hunter you are incredible!!

[@destinyhenderson6697]

I 3 you hunter I went to one of your concerts and,met you at a,meet and greet after the. Show on November 10 2013

[@Maddy_plays1]

i got through high school and was also bullied all four years. but i grew confidence

[@reeljoy2878]

Amazing Performance on the Grammy's 2014!

[@nicarcher1392]

I am being bullied, and it sucks, last year the principal was begging me to tell him who it was but i was to scared, i ended up getting jump, and beat up, though i gave one a bloody nose. this song is perfect for me ...would love for you to come to my school and talk about bulling... it would be nice, our school is actually really anti-bully and has a zero policy, but there are so many bullies, the world is not and will never be bully free.

[@laurengray3096]

I'm so excited to be going to his concert next month

[@amyespino9119]

I know what he felt I been. bully before it hurts a lot and this song helped me when it was going on so thank u PS who watching this in 2016 July 13

[@jodiemagill6154]

Wow ur so gifted hunter I really wanted to be a writer bc I like to write but never made that dream. God bless love your music so much

[@billyjoe5886]

if you were being bullied, you have two options, speak out or just stay quite. we are all the same human wether your bully is twice as your size it doesn't really matter, you don't have to push your self to fight back if you really cant. there are people around you that could help you. your family, friends, teachers, and etc. there are so many ways on how to stop bully. please stay strong and if there's no one near you that could help or relate to your situation don't you think it's time to fight back?

[@jaceyhawkins5658]

No bulling my Astronaut Hunter Hays he is the best and he is so sweet I mean come on would any of u bully him? No look at him now he is beautiful and the nicest person EVERRRRR

[@caittarr8281]

I've been in the same position. When we stand together we can get through it.

[@kalinakeller5065]

Ohhhhh. Well, Hunter Hayes, who could hate you in your adorable geekiness? WE ALL LOVE YOU!

[@brianacussick9316]

I understand how you felt it happens to me to, Hunter Hayes

[@Artismypassion99]

Awe he's so cute! It's such a shame that he got bullied for having such an amazing talent! Keep it up hunter I support you and so do thousands of others!

[@kattwin1]

I like what he said about the sun coming up and everything eventually making sense. He's a lucky guy to already understand that at so "young" an age. It takes a few of us a bit longer!

[@Mikayla_Games24]

I know how you feel only I am still living through it.

[@PinkCarpet98]

The song helps me so much!

[@sarinamay93]

Ah Hunter is so cute! And a wonderful talented musician!

[@ajandkit]

I cry every time I hear this

[@LeoBree88]

Bullied or not, Hunter is amaaazing. He's very successful and definitely is fantastic at what he does. I definitely am one of the biggest fans anyone will ever meet.!!!

[@iyahnaglaspie]

Awww he was nervous :)

[@cyrafait1414]

Hunter it's ok now and one thin you shouldnt let any bring you down for who u r our what you love to do, know one can force u to feel bad unless u let them. Love ya hunter

[@ezraaria9646]

Having being bullied and it still going on I know how he felt, I get it and it hurts and it happens to a lot of people. Yes he is gorgeous and famous and amazingly talented commenting "how could anyone bully him?" those kind of things don't matter everyone gets bullied in one way or another

[@victoriastroud4820]

Wow! His story is mine exactly. He is so inspirational and encouraging

[@xAnnaax12x]

Oh my god I love him. I'm proud (Btw is that Banjo from Rascal Flats on the background?? At the beginning? Sounds like that song)

[@BurninUpforJoe19]

If I end up with someone even half as good as him I'll be happy. Love Hunter Hayes, he's such a big inspiration.

[@sheilamarie5623]

Not sure why she's wearing a rain jacket, and the background music is poorly selected. Anyhow, great message in his song "Invisible." Love how ET is giving exposure to an artist who really cares about helping others through music.

[@youngethiopian9889]

wow he is a very deep guy. I love how he dosnt even want to think what it was. I have been bullied and i felt like i didnt fit any were i go and i still do sometimes. I feel more safe knowing that someone so successful at a young age went through the same thing I did.

[@elizabethhewins565]

The sing Invisible Saved my Best friend