THE DEPRESSING STORY BEHIND 'I TOOK A PILL IN IBIZA' | Mike Posner

[@sstteevveenn77]

“Cooler than me” was my High School days anthem, “I took a pill in Ibiza” was my college anthem. Mike Posner is a legend in my history book

[@mchv10]

Peep “drug dealer girl” by Mike Posner - super og track and a hit in my opinion haha

[@Abby-is2iw]

Ur moms a legend in my history book

[@TheEconomicExpert]

He never fell off in my book. Followed his career from the start

[@eldridgebaylish69]

You got problems son

[@jesuscolchado6300]

Especially his relation with the legend Avichii makes him even better

[@roselolagne6642]

That’s not embarrassing at all. He’s so badass for being 100% honest unlike other artist that fall off.

[@kevinprzy4539]

@@kokewolfxo9710 lmao my man you need to find a noose because you're in the wrong part of the century, whats wrong with being a jew?

[@rileyontheroad]

@@kokewolfxo9710 you think he’s gay? And idek if he’s Jewish.

[@Maple_MK]

@@kokewolfxo9710 ???

[@didu1703]

@@rileyontheroad he's got a girl lol

[@Cyba_IT]

To be fair, other artists don't usually get asked to appear unless they have a comeback story like Mike did.

[@Robvdk69]

The fact he's 100% open and honest is a breath of fresh air .

[@leensalocin]

There’s no words for it

[@joshuaoser5110]

I wrote this song

[@codeygrimaldi8771]

Mike Posner is one of those truly unique souls man. He just seems so genuine and real. Always been a huge fan of yours, remember just a few years back you were walking across the country and thought no other celebrity on earth is like this guy.

[@psycoticz1455]

Now he climbed Mount Everest

[@originalunoriginal4055]

Just because he walked across the continent, he is the above the rest??ok!

[@ayotoolie]

@@originalunoriginal4055yea, a huge majority of people don’t have the will power to do that.

[@KaTiA19890901]

I have never watched any of his interviews. Seems like such a sweet, soft-spoken guy

[@shivampunia]

If you liked him, you could listen to his own podcast "What does this all mean". Its so soothing and underrated!!

[@coryreed1980]

Haven’t seen an interview on him in quite some time. He looks much healthier and happier now than he ever has. Really something to watch his journey

[@bobosbizarreadventure1943]

His interview on Impact Theory was great. It got me through some things

[@lukekimble1001]

@@shivampunia sounds bitchmade af

[@jonfontes1537]

Gross lol

[@justin6604]

It’s crazy the acoustic version and the remix will give me different emotions. Respect to Posner, you’re more than just a 1 hit wonder, you’re a legend, and your voice is so soothing. And love for Avicii, such a legend to the edm scene.

[@copyrightdanny]

The acoustic version is just more upfront the sadness/depression about it but the remix version is trying to hide that with the EDM sound, which I believe makes the remix even more sad/depressing.

[@natecw45]

i ONLY rock wit tbe acoustic version.

[@mikefrost5481]

They can make you feel ANY emotion or energy level they want through frequency's in the music.

[@apeapes1315]

❤ this comment. Yes.

[@MikeLaBelle]

Man, what a great 8 minute segment. This got deep

[@nation_st6120]

Hahaha we meet again

[@nigelnuttingson8860]

That’s what she said

[@lucifer419gaming4]

We love ya brotha

[@colinpsajjabi]

What’s happening my beautiful people

[@jahseh3056]

@@colinpsajjabi sup

[@HelloNicole18]

I love the fact that something so beautiful came out of that dark moment. Salute to him for his honesty

[@Hugo-ew2ko]

One of the most personal/honest and inspirational stories I've ever heard. Can't believe Mike didn't interrupt

[@papacitogrande2088]

Mikes just a goofy coat tail rider!! Dudes a nobody without logan. But he thinks hes a stud

[@LP3me]

Who is mike? Why is he even on the podcast? I don’t know much about these dudes

[@papacitogrande2088]

@@LP3me just a guy who plays with logans tinker🍆🍆

[@PathHits]

I love you dude lol 😂

[@eppa8873]

He didn't interrupt but was still annoying as hell. I dont know how he manages it

[@alexarentsch7370]

Thankful for Mike's honesty. Loneliness is a universal human experience, but so hard to be truthful about. Props to him

[@NickWright]

I hate when you just want to hear the guest’s story and everyone just interrupts with 30 jokes, every other word

[@Coleh]

was going to comment the same thing lol

[@dannyh5937]

Thank you for this comment. It's so obvious that Mike Posner is a quiet, down to earth dude and these guys have to interrupt a serious, deep story with their bullshit.

[@kalohagee3052]

This is the exact reason Joe Rogans podcast is so popular because he always listens and never draws attention away from the subject.

[@stolenkey]

I agree but I feel like they weren't interrupting him in this particular interview tho

[@therealtw90]

Fullbsend and this podcast are the absolute worst at letting the guest be the guest. It’s horrible listening

[@synthesizerpatel7405]

RIP Avicii. Still can’t quite believe he’s gone.

[@km206]

Was murdered

[@paulgrangergranger8256]

People die all the time dude...called life get over it

[@synthesizerpatel7405]

@@paulgrangergranger8256 True, but some of those people are successful music producers who millions of people miss, whereas others do nothing noteworthy with their lives and just post their negative opinions on KZbin that no one asked for. No one really misses those.

[@vamsavardhanavijay5532]

What does making it big mean to you? What happens to the disabled kid with nobody? Nobody cares either way. The truth is, you're the only person who cares about you. Other people get things from you. That's it.

[@BelchingBeaver69]

@@vamsavardhanavijay5532 very horny because of this. Thanks a lot.

[@stolenkey]

Crazy how Mike's smile and eyes can show 10 emotions at once, that guy went through so much. I have so much respect for him.

[@LP3me]

Are you gay? Jk 🤷🏻‍♂️🤔

[@albertsadler4322]

@@LP3me 😂🤣

[@user-by6yc8yl7v]

What you see in his eyes/smile is someone who has known the lowest of the lows and how it feels to believe you're never going to make it out and then slowely climbing back with alot of effort. All addicts who have gotten well have that look

[@rebelliouslogic2705]

He's a sociopath

[@stolenkey]

@@LP3me Not at all but what would it change if I was?

[@TheOfficialLSD1]

Remember when Mike literally walked across the continental US, got bit by a rattlesnake halfway, and then continued after he spent weeks in the hospital? Mike Posner is a living legend

[@Simplyjordann]

Yess

[@kickflip665]

You commented this 6 months ago but for me seem like yesterday. It was around 4 years ago he did that

[@migzzfit2037]

He was hospitalized at my local hospital !

[@jjohnson2044]

Karma

[@originalunoriginal4055]

@@migzzfit2037 were you the doctor that treated him?

[@bramcopermans7494]

Wow very impressed by Mike Posner to be honest…seems like a smart & nice guy! What a story as well, good for him!

[@jackgray3215]

Seems like a cool dude

[@Darkone0899]

Love hearing these backstories to the creations of the songs. It makes the artists more relatable and the music more real for me.

[@d1zzl3]

This guy's voice is honestly soothing

[@spencedelzoppo]

Mikes such an interesting dude. I love how he’s evolved and he’s always so honest and vulnerable about his flaws. This segment was awesome.

[@skyrimpanther5121]

He went through so many phase of depression I really admire this guy for all he has been through and came out stronger and better person He is still open minded and humble after all that struggle That is so rare in this generation People like him should be appreciated

[@emmaearthling444]

I remember when Cooler than Me came out, it was back in the MySpace days where artists had their own MySpace pages and I messaged Mike Posner about the song to tell him how much he loved it and he replied with like a simple “thanks for the support!” Or something like that and it meant the world to me to have someone who had actual music produced replied to me like that. Always been a fan of him since then

[@LifeLessonsWithLuis]

Bro, I Fucking love Mike Posner ❤️

[@reyfcspifey2835]

598 likes and no replies, let me fix that

[@BuffaloBack]

Are you his drug dealer girl?

[@dricjosh]

888 likes, ight imma break it then..

[@jaderockman3872]

999 likes turned around

[@soul_headshot]

me too

[@amandagaudry4791]

Mike Posner is an underrated gem. I love his music and hearing parts of his story. He's got such an awesome soul.

[@KyleC11]

I always sensed the sadness behind the song. It was never a club banger to me. The lyrics were him reminiscing about his good times which would indicate he's not there anymore

[@BloodyPikachu]

The lyrics don’t make it any better. Just based off that alone you can tell it’s a pretty depressing song.

[@eazy_bread5587]

That pill changed him forever

[@josh.campbell]

I sense a very gentle soul in Mike posner, it's extremely rare and prescious - hats off to his vulnerability and example to many men out there!

[@CryPHage]

I love how he is able to fluently describe the story, he has a way of making you truly understand and turns it into something beautiful.

[@mike.cupplesfit2131]

Had my fair share of hard times and depression. That song always got me through it. Apprechiate you sharing that pain bro, you aint alone.

[@krisiluz]

such a genuine guy

[@anti-famous3033]

Dude is chill as hell

[@lukemarlowe6930]

Dude what!!? THIS is Mike Posner? This sweet, genuine guy? How cool.

[@JackTVJones]

What a genuine dude

[@m1ru123]

Subbed

[@Archonsx]

this guy deserves a better podcast, having 10 guys laughing and telling bad jokes makes it painful to listen to his story

[@aaronisbigg]

it’s called Impaulsive for a reason bro, go watch Joe Rogan if you like serious shit

[@Archonsx]

@@aaronisbigg no, it’s called low quality podcast

[@TPK_MAKG]

@@Archonsx fax

[@albertsadler4322]

@@Archonsx well said

[@albertsadler4322]

Fr bro

[@felixsoria2260]

Love hearing stories behind music because it make me feel so much more connected to the song. New level of appreciation for this work of art

[@chicagobearsfan2334]

what i took from this is just how important the feeling of simply mattering is. ive had that feeling before to a much much smaller scale and when you no longer feel like you matter it really is very traumatic. especially as a man you just arent suppose to talk about how you feel and that just makes it spiral to where you just dont care about anything

[@TheBackyardBangers]

Very true man

[@jdiaz6723]

This is the truth.

[@snelson6696]

Just always remember, and remind other men, that it is OK to talk about your feelings!

[@jeremywilliams4876]

I feel this

[@7kingly241]

Just because we are man, we should hide our emotions? Utter nonsense! I am always open i cry wheni want, i laugh when i want ,i am talking to anyone about my hard times.

[@BRANDEUS]

Mike Posner is one of the most realist and talented artist/songwriter of this generation. He deserves way more recognition, truly inspiring

[@thatdudebarry]

This kinda gives me chills bc posner really was one of my guys in such a good time of my youth when I was truly in love with exploring music. He was the kinda guy that if u found someone that liked Him as much as u-y’all became best friends from that

[@LoneWolfDiesPackSurvives]

What a genuinely kind man. You definitely deserve to have an extremely successful career Mike! Just keep writing about your own lived experiences and hardships you have or will go through, since that’s what most people relate to in a song anyway. Trust your instincts. Can’t wait to hear more from you!

[@isaachauser8417]

I remember when Mike Posner first came out with Don Cannon and DJ Benzi and I was a fan then. He did get real cocky there when blew up, understandably so being that he was just a young buck. I’m glad to see the dude he has grown to be, we’re about the same age and it kinda reminds me of myself and how much I’ve grown since then too. I’m proud of me and proud of you too Mike!

[@Crystaldawn23838]

‘Please don’t go’ is one of my favorite songs ever. Great story !!

[@AmericanHuskyCash]

People who struggle internally can recognize other people who struggle internally and i can see the struggle in his eyes.

[@isosta2373]

the smile when he says something sad

[@dylanfarnum4121]

People who are people can recognize other people that are people. Very deep, very unique of you

[@flowamor]

Yes. It all matters. Respect ✊

[@verclinlopez4722]

@@dylanfarnum4121 it's cus he's an empath

[@verclinlopez4722]

:/

[@jdizzytalks]

if you're friends with avicii chances are you are a down to earth human. Nothing but that kind of vibe from mike.

[@leopardxo]

Yes 💯

[@ScottyPippen]

I've been following him from day 1 in his college days. I remember seeing him just traveling playing for people in parks and looking like a hippie. Glad to see him doing great!

[@codyrupp6727]

@K Babe lolol well played. You've had me trying to wipe my screen off for the past 35 seconds getting mad hahaha. That's funny

[@jsmithsemper4848]

I always loved that song, sad song. It felt like an old friend who’d been strong for too long sitting down & finally being honest with himself & me. ❤ look forward to many more years of good music coming from him.

[@massimodenapoli7052]

Honeslty one of my favourite episodes , to see someone big like that come out with such a true deep story , amazing

[@mach7rs]

"People are having happy times out of my sadness." Well said! First time listening to a Mike Posner interview and I'm a fan!

[@dsndansegovnetwork4054]

This guy seems so chill and humble

[@deanknight7133]

Mike has to be one of the nicest and most humble guys ever. Amazing singer and song writer. A true talent

[@2718aj]

This man looks like a different person every time I see him. I love him

[@baruchsalgado1790]

Man this made me sad, but happy at the same time. I always resonated with the song. Great to know Mike posner is such a a humble guy.

[@vevohoeyo]

Best interview you guys have ever done. It's real life and more than interesting

[@Mykekelli]

Wow. Props to him and telling this incredibly vulnerable story. Pretty heartbreaking. Kudos to the guys letting him talk and not interrupting.

[@luciferslettuce]

This is a great episode, one of my favorite artists. I really enjoyed watching his walking journey and him reminding himself of what is really important in life and what isn't.

[@InTuGuru]

This dude walked all the way across the United States of America, literally walked, got bit by a rattlesnake in Colorado, had to spend like two weeks in the hospital, got out and finished walking. Beast

[@brianquinn9700]

Love the pod and I’m a huge Mike Posner fan. You guys need to ask musical artists better questions. This dude was getting so deep and you guys didn’t have any good questions to ask.

[@dogsarebetterproductions]

What do you expect, they’re bros not journalists

[@shmeed_]

r.i.p. avicii was a true genuine legend

[@brentbeaty453]

Mike posner you sir are a legend dont ever forget THAT your voice YOUR music. Is by far underrated in today's 🎶 🌎 you have changed soo much of my life just by listening to you getting myself thru some of the hardest times I've ever went thru you've helped me conquer multiple demons MUCH LOVE

[@kyhxx]

. word he.s amazing ^

[@jamiehay5699]

This comment looks like it was posted by someone on a pill in Ibiza

[@AA-en2hy]

I cant lie he's a really good story teller

[@mic_keys]

Dang, this is the second interview I’ve seen today (first one being Pauly Shore on Joe Rogan’s Podcast) where they talk about this awful feeling of slowly losing fame after winning for so long. And not because of an addiction making them spiral, but just because. They both continued to work and make art, but something just wasn’t aligned. Glad he was able to come back once the remix took off!

[@gflsos5838]

This guy is awesome, need to be in more interviews, he’s a influential artist so many of us were wondering, he needs his roses

[@katiesmith7924]

I got soba over a year ago and I’ve never felt so alone, i thought giving up drink and drugs would make my life better but it hasn’t if I’m honest but I’d rather be lonely than a mess and being used by people that don’t actually care about me.

[@xmidge3851]

I feel you, your not alone. I wish you happiness and prosperity in these dark tomes

[@katiesmith7924]

@@xmidge3851 thank you 😊 your message means a lot xx

[@hellobear]

I feel very empty inside after the 6th day sober. I never seem to make it past two weeks and each time I feel lower for it. I’m gonna make it though. You are too

[@thebrainwash]

Are you working out? If you're just sitting around and not replacing old drug habits with mind stimulating activities then it makes rhe situation more difficult

[@MikeRetroModz]

I always loved this song and tought it was raw and heartfelt but him explaining it and it just all make sense and its so simple and raw emotions to him, none of it was fake or cap and just for that alone wow man.. Mike Posner deserves all the respect

[@oliviazarate5123]

What a nice & soft-spoken guy - I’ve been blaring his songs since the iPod nano days 😊

[@jamesonalexander5410]

I first found Posner from the "Heartless" video he did back in the day, one of my favorites. Wouldve been great to hear him on Levels. I was lucky enough to host Avicii at my loft in NY shortly before his passing. Broke my heart.

[@arigutman]

This was my first time watching this channel, and I have to say… bravo, this was deep. As a sober man, heck yes… know the feelings well and the fall is often equally as beautiful and graceful as the come up, 🙏🏼

[@praisegod3768]

The song is so deep and speaks to Mike's tender heart. God bless you, Mike. Many years to you, filled with God's light.

[@alexmajors7915]

The acoustic version of the song has been on my main playlist for years. It's pretty cool to hear the actual story behind it. Beautiful fucking song!!✌️

[@BodyslamMediaProductions]

Mike Posner is as humble as they come. Just think about this… the moment when he felt he hit rock bottom, is the same moment that brought him back to the top. That’s powerful. In the words of Dusty Rhodes, “I’ve dined with kings and queens, but I’ve also slept in alleys eating pork and beans.”

[@zara1895]

See, I always got a sense of deep sadness from the song, regardless of the fact it was remixed. Interesting.

[@lewishamel8105]

I remember being in a club at 4 am with that song playing, everyone was going crazy, i left and went home, song was hella depressing and hit way too close to home haha

[@nathanfay2649]

Mike posner has got to be the most humble, down to earth artist in the world man. I love this man.

[@notadamcrosby]

Mike is one of the most impressive persons I have ever seen dabble in the celeb/new money lifestyle - do a 180 and bring real knowledge, bring real peace to people.

[@TornadoBox]

I love Mike Posner for his honesty and vulnerability to tell this story. Mad Respect!

[@UkuleleDeathSquad]

The bio pic ends when he finally takes his shirt off on stage when he gets the second shot! Loved hearing him talk! What a legend !

[@chrismathews2337]

“Makin more money than I deserve” WHAT A HUMBLE DUDE

[@amartyaprakash897]

I am so fucking happy that you brought him on podcast Can't imagine literally ❤️

[@toomuchsalt13]

Can’t imagine literally? I feel bad for you.

[@amartyaprakash897]

@@toomuchsalt13 Mike Posner in a logan Paul podcast Can't believe would be a better term though

[@toomuchsalt13]

@@amartyaprakash897 haha as long as you can still imagine homie

[@liamward6649]

Growing up I loved metal music, so naturally I loved Warped Tour. They made a doc about the Warped Tour that Mike was on. It was straight after Cooler than Me came out. He was very different then, very big headed and a sliiiiiight superiority complex over the rock bands. So it’s incredible to see this humble, cool, collected guy. That’s character development.

[@ahhwe-any7434]

Also that interviewer guy looks like Logan Paul wever his name

[@somebody.1844]

Never knew " I took a pill in ibiza " Was that deep. Mike still cooler to me.

[@MisterJiggles]

Man, this made me appreciate Mike so much.... Hearing his perspectives on everything he went through. He is a treasure!!! And he is from Michigan.

[@dakamatak8242]

What a honest dude I have alot more respect for him now than I did before but his talent is good.

[@beardedchair3]

The acoustic version is a tear jerker, such passion and emotion

[@Fumbles0630]

I love that song so much dude. Love the pod too!

[@ndunikiarie7874]

You got to love his honesty and him being humble

[@leeser5111]

Pretty cool to bring this guy on the podcast. Just listened to his song acoustic one n it's dope. About to listen to the remix n listen more

[@anand_kv__]

Both of those songs mean a lot to me. Mike is an absolute legend for me ❤

[@wesleysmith2700]

That was really a great interview. Something different about it compared to most of the podcast episodes.

[@zachkoelzer7559]

Nice genuine segment that made me gain a lot of respect for Mike Posner.

[@99Conway]

Mike is a legend. His music is still awesome, it just doesnt get played like it should. Very talented

[@TheRowdyRudy]

mike the kinda dude who makes you feel okay while being around him, even KNOWING he's a superstar. Just a all around wholesome human.

[@jjohnson2044]

Like the antichrist. He a snake in the grass. From personal experience. That's why he fell off.

[@lucylou4110]

Wow what an amazing guy!! he sounds so genuine….I could listen to him to him talk all day xx

[@CookbookAdventures]

I love how honest he is about everything.

[@nathandollinger]

How can you not love this guy. Wow.

[@usawrestling2842]

Unique genuine guy..... Respect sent brotha 🙏

[@RRich100]

I love Mike and Tim, not a surprise they got along. RIP Tim ❤️

[@hyperrat12]

Man Mike looks FANTASTIC after all he went through! So glad he's doing well ❤️

[@EjRidenhour]

This story is inspirational to never give up there’s always going to be ups and downs but there’s a plan that the universe has for you. All you have to do is show that you passionate about what you want and it’s all in your hands that song hits especially when you chasing your goals and have that doubt at first I was dancing getting lit to it but when you listen to the lyrics it’s another level bro

[@MaverickLee11]

"As Artists, we try take our suffering, our pain, our negativity and make something beautiful out of it. That is the Alchemy of Art. When you share something about your hard times and if it helps somebody out there; thats your alchemy."

[@nicleslie9662]

your best guest youve had on the show in my opinion., people could learn alot from this guy.

[@TKOUndergroundMusic]

man. mike is the most genuine dude .

[@tonydivine]

Fantastic segment, I had no idea Mike Posner was such a cool relatable dude, been a fan of his music but now I'm a fan of the guy behind the songs

[@marcushines305]

Mike Posner was a big inspiration for me in highschool to make music. I would watch his cover videos so often on youtube that his covers were more appealing to me than the original songs. I got super into his lifestyle and even thought about going to Duke haha. I would listen to all his old music mixtapes and all. This video brought back a lot of memories for me hearing him talk about his start of music and then where it went to now. Mike will always be a legend to me.

[@lr1002]

Rest in peace to the legend. One and only Avicii 🙏🏻

[@jonesrj1231]

So softly spoken