I'm In Here - The Anthem For Autism

It's a song from a personal place. I'm in Here will touch people's hearts and help raise awareness for autism. It's attracting attention from listeners around the world.
The song is sung from the point of view of a child with autism communicating to a loved one.
"I'm in here when the joy turns to crying, see the world through my eyes for just a moment in time," say the lyrics to I'm in Here. "I'm in here, oh don't you know I'm trying to find the way to show you who I am."

[@otaku5869]

This Anthem is amazing! I listen to it quite a lot. As a person with Autism, I can relate to the song. I love everything about it except the notion that we should be cured. We don't need a cure, but instead understanding.

[@RainbowsBubble]

iv been looking for this song, my nephew has asd, ibs, migrains, and abdominal migrains. all conected to how he deals with his and surrounding stress. i told my sister about this song now i can share it with her. my nephew is the most wonderful loving person i know, at 6 he wants to put away all the bad in the world so every one can live in peace an be happy.

[@lovemyboys710]

My son is Autistic. Everyday is a battle and my sons teacher is amazing she owns a dance studio and they all wore blue and dance to this song my son and his other friend who is autistic were the guest of honor. This song really tells a lot. Not enough people know about autism. its hard but i know one day both our families are hoping we get the chance to share the joy of solving the puzzle. Mommy Loves you baby boy..

[@carolpage8635]

I have a lump in my throat listening to this as my daughter 6 is on the spectrum :( and communication and meltdowns are tough for her as it is for me...Well done more awarness is needed open peoples eyes!!!...

[@Kiddly3000]

i have one thing I know with being on the spectrum myself is that you have to let her be a kid not matter what

[@Garp397]

Beautiful. I have a 9yo dtr on the spectrum....through the struggle and the pain, there is also the beauty that is she. Autism is the unique way of viewing the world that my daughter sees things....meeting in the middle is where you meet her.

[@cvlprime64]

I have high functioning autism or the asperger syndrome, and I can understand what people with the same condition go through and I feel your pain, having this condition hurts for me as well and I wish there was a way people can understand what I go through everyday and I wish there was someone who understands me and who I am.

[@cvlprime64]

I have the same conditions and I can feel the same way but being hard on yourself too much can get you nowhere and just cause more trouble for yourself and makes other people worry about your behavior, try being positive and I'm sure things will be better for yourself, I always look on the bright side of life and it really helps, for example I want to have a real girlfriend someday and I want her to like who I am and what I do and I believe it will happen someday I just have to stay positive, if you try the same thing I'm sure it will help you too.

[@betshilton]

i listen to this song 24/7

[@SpiritSinger]

Temple Grandin showed the world just how smart autistic folks can be. we need their kind of genius in this world. we are blessed to have them

[@loriwelker9010]

so touching. My 15 year old son was diagnosed with Autism when he was 6 years old

[@gingerdalon2369]

does your 15 year old talk and if he does how did get him to talk!

[@Garp397]

Very nicely done. A simple song with a real knockout punch! Thank you. I think this should be played at all the Autism Speaks Walks. Let's pass it on everyway we can. NYC Dad of an ASD daughter (Rebecca)

[@jnelson492]

Beautiful Song! I am a mother of 2 autistic boys. I will be passing this on. Thank you for sharing.

[@Robinwinghood]

I don't think a cure is really the answer. I think what is really needed is acceptence and awareness for the people around us, and careful teaching of how to communicate for those of us who have more difficulty. I'm lucky, I have Aspergers Syndrome, on the high end of the spectrum. What makes me more lucky is that I was diagnosed very young, and my parents explained my disability as soon as I could understand it. I was told about it, and that helped me learn to work around it.

[@EllenKellyVideosOnline]

"I am in here"-how simple and so so touching. I see so many kids with autism struggle with their identity and how misunderstood they can be which really makes life tougher than it should be. Raising awareness is vital and acceptance that this is a real issue and not just a difficult child!

[@krystalayala9915]

My son has autism, and i love that lil man so so much, and videos like this and also Ten things kids with Autsim want u to know, make me smile so big cuz all i can think is how i am truly blessed to have a speical lil boy, who has concered everything his theripst have given him from WEAP( Wisconsin early autism project). He is now talking more and more and being able to have eye contact and be able to tell me in HIS OWN WAYS that something is wrong or bothering him.

[@cathyhutch61]

Thank you so much, each and every one of you, for your responses to our song and video! My daughter Kristy is 27 now, and has profound autism. Although she has little speech, she has been my greatest teacher, and I thank God for the gift she is in my life, even though it has never been "easy" to be her mom. But I love her beyond words, and the song "I'm In Here" is an expression of that love, and of the love BJ has for his young son Rylie, who is also on the spectrum. God Bless!

[@kennyrmalcolm]

this song is very touching i cry everytime that i watch it, coming from a 21 yr old who has a 18 yr old highly austic nephew, this is soo touching, and i have never heard anyone put autism into a perspective like this, and i have to to say from the bottom of my hear that i appreciate this and to anyone else who has autism in their lives i love you all, and there is nothing in this world that means more ot me than my nephew, thank you so much for this song

[@TWfanmilyMcGuiness]

my little cousin has autism and he means the world to me. when i heard this song i just cried x

[@trishaj1987]

Thanks from another Mommy with a child on the spectrum... This song brought me to tears.

[@Amelia424]

This is a beautiful song. My son is autistic and hes an amazing little boy even though he doesn't speak. This song made me cry I will definitely pass this song on. Thank you for making such a beautiful song.

[@annmon]

Heartfelt words that will touch many. A well-captured message in song. Well done!

[@chrismatis8784]

I have autism and its difficult but I wouldn't change myself I'm happy being theway God made me

[@MomofTatumandLogan]

Just beautiful.. I have two children with Autism. One severe and one moderate.. Thank you...

[@beastie125]

This is one of the most powerful songs and videos I have ever saw it had me and my Wife in tears...Are wee son has Autism and cannot talk much at all he gets so frustrated and hits out allot ..People often say it must be hard looking after some one with autism well if its hard for us whats it like for them that must be really really hard..I often think what is going on in my sons wee world but I think you would have to have autism to understand but even then you could not get it out..Thanks

[@SandyJ1206]

This is awesome! I work with Special Needs High School students and over the years, have worked with quite a few students that have had various types of Autism. I see many of "my kids" in this video & song... please keep up the good work... I will request this song on radio.

[@dutchjoey1]

At one point in the video it says there isn't a cure yet but I think autism makes me the person who I am

[@nursemom2011]

My 4 year old son has ASD and I wouldn't want him to be any different...he is amazing...

[@AutismBaristaMa]

My son, Ashton, is a 9year old living with Autism. Each and every day brings a new challenge, a new joy, a new fear, a new look at life. We've had this diagnosis for almost 7years now and I no longer see it as "the end of the world" but the beginning of a new, enriching life that we're striving to give our beautiful son. This is a beautiful song, video and I will surely pass it on to as many as I can. Thanks for posting it!

[@bt2brat]

"I'm in here", a touching song that should bring awareness to so many..

[@dgskings07]

i am being tested for autism and this song and Dont give up on me show some of the things i am like

[@mis7up]

My family lives with autism everyday. This song totally hit me hard, what a beautiful song. Thank you!!!

[@remuslupin4458]

I have high-functioning Autism, but even though years have been tough, if there's one thing i've learned it's that i'm DIFFERENT, NOT LESS. i also have epilepsy (seizures), but i have accepted those as i have accepted my Autism. my Autism is a part of me. if there were a cure, and i was asked if i wanted it, i would scream NO! because i'm PROUD to have Autism. I Have Autism, Autism doesn't Have Me!

[@NKKPPAS]

My 5yr. old son was diagnosed with autism 6 months ago. Though we have our not so good days, and I feel at a loss, I listen to this song everyday, and I cry til I can't cry anymore, because I know he is trying very hard everyday, and my strengh is renewed. GOD BLESS you Cathy and family, your song will bring healing to many, THANK YOU!

[@cheo1414]

So great! im going to see if our local radio will play it. Thank you for taking time to do this, so many need to see and get in the light of Autism as it is today. We are lighting it up Blue for Autism month and I will share this video with all friends I know.

[@Frogsnot]

I don't know how i Missed this but now I found it. Thanx for this and I hope everyone knows how strong you are!!!!

[@hummingbirdshah1]

I love this!! I've been teaching kids with autism for so many years now.Each day I get more & more passionate & determined to tell the world that kids with autism are awesomely beautiful people that brings JOY:)) They are my best teachers!!!

[@NKKPPAS]

Beautiful with a capitol B, very touching I will be sure to request this song locally, and pass the word on.

[@yanuaia1]

LORD I KNOW I AM CRYING WHEN I SEE THIS VIDEO TOUCHES MY HEART AS WELL AS ALL THE PEOPLE MAKING COMMENTS ABOUT THIS VIDEO , I ALSO HAVE A SON WITH AUTISM I KNOW SOMETIMES IT'S HARD TO STILL BELIEVE THAT THERE IS HOPE BUT FOR SOME REASON INSTEAD OF ASKING YOU WHY? JESUS I AM HERE PRAYING FOR MY SON AND ALL KIDS WITH AUTISM AND TO TELL YOU JESUS , I AM HERE AND I STILL BELIEVE IN YOU, NO MATTER WHAT I AM STILL WAITING FOR YOU TO MAKE AUTISM GO AWAY, PLEASE JESUS HELP US.

[@kimmyasp]

I think this song is wonderful it just shows so much the way people feel, I have aspergers and love to watch this video

[@13kavak13]

I am a 38 year old just diagnosed with aspergers, I went back to college two years ago. I didnt talk till I was three and needed help with gross motor and speech for years I was diagnosed with a lot of things, I cried when I found out about aspergers because I finally knew what was different about me. this song touched me because its right we may not always know what to say or how to act but we are in there somewhere.

[@dueydoo]

I have 2 kids that suffer from autism one is very socialble and the other is very quiet and is alone alot . They both play foot ball one plays hockey one curls they very well respected for their accomplishmnets. If people would not be so ignorant towards autism and educate them selves on the epidemic they would understand what parents go through with kids with autism. Thanks

[@couldbejustme]

thank you so much for posting this. I am crying. my son has severe autism and I have never heard him call me Mama.

[@healthmusic]

Beautiful song; I have asperger, a mild autism. I too am musician/singer/songwriter, and activist for affordable healthcare; now writing for autism awareness. Besides having an ASD I see a vivid example of how our healthcare system (in USA) fails. Often insur companies won't cover needed therapies of autistic child; tragic because it is so important they can get in timely manner. AFFORDABLE HEALTHCARE IS A RIGHT! for autistic and neurotypical. The autistic child has right to needed therapy.

[@NKKPPAS]

People on the ASD spectrum are absolutely beautiful, keep your chin up! You are wonderful, and blessed! There is alot to be learned from those on the spectrum! There just needs to be more awareness, and less ignorance.

[@barblippenga5051]

My Son has Autism and I have learned more from him then I could ever teach him.

[@PhoenixaSol]

I wish I'd have known about this gorgeous song back when it was created. thank you from my beautiful daughter and me, yes we're in here!

[@Dynamentope]

Wonderful song! Speaks volumes! Thank-you :)

[@nourkayali493]

My little brother has Autism too. This is beautiful x

[@jaydy11]

I have asperger's syndrome. I like this video. Because this video totally relates to me. The pictures and the words, all together are me. It's very upsetting, but it's good to know that someone cares...

[@Drygal1337]

I know how you feel... at work they've changed the lunch break to 1:00 PM instead of 12:00 AM. That didn't fit me well, I quit my job over it, which was stupid if I look back on it but I know I wouldn't be able to handle it and they would've fired me regardless.

[@sumwear7]

My little boy falls into the autism spectrum disorder. It REALLY upsets me when people label him as dumb or stupid. I REALLY hate what he is going through! This is a good song and it does bring tears to my eyes. Knowing my son has no friends and probably never will, frustrates me. He is such a sweet little boy and wouldn't hurt a flea. However, he gets upset when no none understands what he is trying to say. I wish God would explain this to me....

[@cameronpagnani4818]

I have a Cousin by the name of zack. Who is severely autistic . And I have spent a lot of time with him. And unfortunately I can no longer do that. Because He went through a very aggressive phase. But he no longer has that. All though that is gone. He jumps and stomps to much. So there for. My uncle and his wife my aunt can no longer take him on trips to up State Ny. Or any other place. When he was younger I got to go on some great trips . With him as an extra set of hands to help out with him. And he is what inspired me to. Become a behavioral therapist.

[@MrNelson2011]

Touching song, and just a wonderful performance!

[@slittle84]

I love you so much for this. Really made me cry. My beloved son Gavin has AS. He's so wonderful, but not everyone can see how awesome and amazing he is. I have 3 children, and I have to say, he has opened my eyes and heart more. Taught me to listen, to really hear, to see, and to feel deeper than I thought I ever could. He's my very favorite Gavin, as I always tell him. My Gavin Awesome-pants (as he call himself).

[@EthanCrownberry]

I have two children on the spectrum. They have a long road ahead of them. I added this video to my Autism Awareness. EthanCrownberry

[@Freesyle22]

Thanks for this Beautiful Song,my Grandson has Autism,I love him so,he is a sweet and smart boy,he loves to dance and a good dancer too,Love You Bryson!!!!

[@AutismAware417]

Tears Tears and more Tears... great job I'm passing this on.

[@Mr.chickensoup]

This song is very beautiful and it is so true. These kids need all our help to get the message out that it's not there fault they are the way they are. I makes me cry when people don't want to understand.

[@animalxlove]

This song is so true! I started crying a little when I watched this. I have an autistic brother, and even though it may be hard for him to get out what he wants, he one of the greatest joys in my life. It's hard being his sister sometimes, but I have become a better person because of him.

[@Danacrumb]

what a WONDERFUL song i will request it every day!...:)

[@cedarwho7]

Thank you for sending this to me... I am crying. You are such an amazing and wonderful person Sam, you have taught me so much!

[@NKKPPAS]

How would I go about getting a copy on disk of this particular song? I called my local radio station which is Westlock, Alberta, Canada. They think this is a great cause for autism, but they don't for whatever reason have this song. Can someone help us out, I'm not able to download songs off the net! Any suggestions?

[@Stalaxian]

Wow...I wish I knew about this song. I love it. This shows what autism is and what i am.

[@peeweewilk]

This song brought tears to my eyes!I know my son tries so hard to say what he wants to say, and can't always get it out!LOVE IT...LOVE IT!Posted it to myspace.

[@ezophe]

My son has been diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder when he was only 3 years old, I cried for weeks. We found a very good school that teaches children with this diagnos. He is now 9 and life has changed because of this school my son is going to. Even when it stays hard on us, we can now see clearly. This song touched me in the deepest of my heart. I only wish there were more things like this so the world would know that people with autism are not bad people or weirdo's as some would say.

[@bearron]

We share the same story. God Bless

[@laurasalisbury9714]

really struggling with autism recently.. really needed this song.. thank you

[@DenverNeVaar]

As a person with autism, I like everything about this song except for the notion that I need to be cured rather than understood.

[@ArceusTheGod]

Well, Are you a good person? Are you good at certain stuff? If so there is no need for a cure it will only change who you are.

[@otaku5869]

Yes, I totally agree.

[@Justindrumm100389]

i just wrote a poem, work in progress, called. Cure what isnt wrong.. Genius, full of love and understanding in a society full of hate, im glad you think i dont belong ... why destroy what makes me me, then say there is nothing wrong.. thats the Gist. basically i couldnt agree more for us , however for the autistic children that are physically impared, non verbal, and so on... i can see the want to help. misguided idk. im not articulate when writing ouside of art.

[@MsPxxxx]

I love this song I have autism and I have I had one of my stressful days today found out that I will have to start having school dinners instead of packed lunch at school cos of money and that set me off I was in tears and full meltdown cos I just couldn't understand y it had to change and why even this tiny change was so painful to me it might sound like a stupid thing to get upset over but that's my life Changes they scare me worry me even the change of the wall paper can chuck me off track

[@theautisticguitarist7560]

I have autism (as my screen name says.) More specifically aspergers syndrome. I have found that autism has way more benefits than set backs. Yes we tend to be socially awkward but tons of us wacked out geniuses. Also one major problem in the whole concept of a cure for autism ( you can get better at having it im living proof) is that we are dealing with a condition that effects the mind. How does one distinguish between where autism ends and the person begins?

[@7spotladybug]

Great song I couldnt say it any better... perfect words....thank you from someone who sees this on a daily basis..

[@kspitfire18]

Wonderful! Thankyou for this song... You really understand this and got it right.

[@CindyPDX]

Thank you for sharing this awesome song & video. Today is the first day I heard about it. This brought me to tears as it hits close to our family as well. Such a powerful song in more ways than one...

[@mrkdavidson17]

Fantastic song bought a tear in my eye. my ben is 8 and is on the Autistic Spectrum.

[@CindyPDX]

Thank you for sharing this music video. The lyrics to the song are fantastic, and naturally as a mother of twins with one having autism, I shed tears..because it hits home.

[@mrkdavidson17]

Fantastic song bought a tear in my eye.

[@LaiYouttitham]

Beautiful song! Hard to hold back the tears.

[@barbaralesterlcsw]

Beautiful! I love the line "I might not speak but my feelings are so clear."

[@oykugencbay6898]

Me and my childhood fren has autism (we are friends since 2008)

[@trishkellytrishkelly]

This song is amazing! I have an autistic brother myself and its very hard for me to have a normal life. but whats normal? People stare and judge and it really hurts but.. I have learnt so much about life from him than anyone else.. its sad that they say autism is not real even if its right under their noses.. the most sad part is those who has not come face to face with an autistic, never get a chance to be inspired by them and missed out a lot.

[@The1corinthians]

Let's do this! Beautifully written and sung. Fully describes our children! I know it does mine. :)

[@mizlydia]

Thank you! We don't want to be changed or fixed, except the things that are truly broken. We all deserve to be accepted as we are. This is a great song, but I wish they'd stop trying to "fight" autism and start learning to communicate a different way. If the proceeds were given to programs helping bridge the gap instead of making it wider, I'd buy a copy for everyone I know just to show my support.

[@destinykulp1383]

this means everything to I have a 3 year old who is a nonverbal autistic and spd and ADHD child and she can not express her self so she gets mad and throws stuff at me and her sibling and don't know what to do

[@cmb68cota]

this was a great video and song.

[@mommybecky35]

great song ..thanks!!!

[@Jimreb80]

I'm not really the emotional type of guy but have to admit, this video brought tears to my eyes. Outstanding song an video.

[@RedHoodedKid]

I'll say this, the song is awesome! I have a little brother and a boyfriend with austim, they are wonderful people. I think if they weren't in my life, I would be different, I might not even know what Austim is.

[@KnoxvilleJavaGirl]

good song and brings more awareness to those who do not understand our kids.

[@JenThomson81]

this is very beautiful, tears run down my face, beautiful x

[@betshilton]

SEE THE WORLD THROUGH MY EYES FOR JUST A MOMENT IN TIME

[@puntocaramelo]

Great song!

[@MRNOMADUK]

My mum asked me when I turned a teenager, 13, that was I happy? my honest answer was no because I'm different to the other children and all I ever wanted was to go to school, then she asked me would I have the cure if there was ever one, I paused but I replied saying "no, it's who and what I am and I never want it gone no matter how hard the times" I said no because my autism has gave me many great "gifts" but aswell as many downfalls, but I am autisc-and-proud.

[@SerahSanguine]

this is truely amazing and really gets it across the world :)

[@mrstbear103]

i love this song it makes me cry and think of my beautiful nephew gabes i love you mijo i dedicate this song to you

[@laurasalisbury9714]

This makes me cry because I have autism and I relate to this song so much

[@CLynn1705]

Thank You!

[@VolunterFiregirlNS12]

thank you i have asperger's and it is a struggle for me

[@MsPxxxx]

I agree even tho my Aurtism has broght me alot of down falls it too has broght me alot of great gifts like living life to the full nd never taking life for granted and notsing litte detels eveyone miesssiss Im autisc and im proud its who Iam

[@shanonbeck3144]

So touching to me. I was never diagnosed with aspergers yet. But my research all my research says highly likely took 3 online tests say the same thing. I so wish people could just understand me ;p

[@Crogatho]

If I were you I'd get myself tested at a trusted mental health facility.

[@Kiddly3000]

I was not tested until I was 24 years old and they say I have aspergers and adhd and a few other things so it well worth getting tested

[@jazzandtapioca1]

I was tested when I was 12 and we were on a 8 year waiting list

[@jazzandtapioca1]

I have autism

[@stephaniethomas9718]

Me too. I feel ya

[@Otencia1]

Wow!!! Thank you!!

[@CoolbloodBFenGF]

Perfect song