James Arthur On Anxiety, Panic Attacks and The X Factor | Minutes With | LADbible

We sat down with James Arthur to discuss anxiety, panic attacks and the X Factor.
In this episode of 'Minutes With', James Arthur takes us through his childhood in foster care and how his Mum bribed him to take part in the X Factor.
He speaks candidly about the toll being thrown into the spotlight took on his mental health, and why even now he can't stand 90% of his job.
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[@1caramelshy]

What a beautiful man. Inside and out.

[@SHAITfam]

No

[@me5969]

He might be a top lad or he might not but I think it’s fair to say he’s got looks only a mother could love

[@antwto8784]

Not so much inside, hes kind of a dick to some people.

[@kennethowen2018]

Amazing talent! Off the scale.

[@Allegro_Giusto]

@@antwto8784 Yep. He was well known for being a dick for a good few years after he was in xfactor. Lots of people sound like a nice person in a 14 minute video but doesn’t their not a prick

[@kaizenweisz2120]

I am LOVING these brutally honest, open and reflective interviews. Heartfelt thanks to all involved!

[@millysummer8122]

If you’re seeing this and you’re struggling right now.. everything will be okay in the end and if it’s not, it’s not the end. Hold on. You are loved. You have a purpose and one day you will find it.💗

[@AnabelaDS]

What an inspiring comment! Bravo!

[@indiabliss]

I’ve been feeling like utter crap today. Coming across your comment and reading the sincerity with which it is written has given me hope. Thank you , friend

[@tiandre6159]

@@indiabliss I hope you’re doing good

[@garymurphy2463]

Thank you Milly. I needed this.

[@mickyw391]

@Milly Summer bless you, from one who struggles and looks everywhere for some hope and its people like you that help those who also struggle.

[@TheAlkebulanTrust]

This is exactly why it is very important from an early age many are taught how to deal with their emotions and problems effectively. Strengthening your mental health like you strengthen your physical health...facts or super facts?

[@advancelast1740]

Absolutely, especially with boys. I make a point of asking my 20 year old son how he is ‘inside his head’ - he laughs but we have a good talk about stuff

[@arshaddahlan]

@@advancelast1740 you're doing an absolutely awesome job at parenting! Love hearing this omg! 💛

[@gside772]

Yes

[@LiveYourBestLife-Yana]

Super Facts!! Lol ☺👍

[@teramonte7077]

You can never become ”strong enough” to be abandoned by your parents... but apart from that I do agree with your sentiment👍🏻

[@AstroEssexGirl]

I never knew how bad anxiety could be until I lost my mum 5 years ago. Three months later I thought I was having a heart attack and from that moment I was in fight or flight from the minute I woke up until I managed to get to sleep. Everything was a threat. My GP referred me to a specialist and I was diagnosed with general anxiety disorder and was put on medication which helped me function. Slowly over the last 5 years I started exercising, practicing meditation and mindfulness and it has really helped. Im not on medication now but sometimes the anxiety will still jump in, I can handle it better now though. I’ll probably delete this in a few days but just wanted to say that if you are going through this, don’t suffer In silence. Speak to your GP or mental health charities if you are struggling.

[@JaneDoe-xi6ec]

Proud of you xxxxxxx

[@techxyz5176]

You didn't delete it😁👍

[@rockyfps9487]

I strongly believe by doing the right things and healthy habits you can learn to control it. You might not get rid of it but you can control it. For me it’s been really bad first half of this year but I’m doing much better now after taking up more healthy habits.

[@toplobster2699]

A real panic attack really does feel like death is imminent - it's terrifying thing

[@catwoman1149]

It truly is. And he's going through exact this so many times in his life.

[@robinsummers9141]

It is moments like this when James lets down his guard just a bit that you see just how special he is inside. Mental health is hard and the struggle is real. I highly commend him for still putting himself out there to help anyone that he can so that we all can get better. Thank you James!!

[@emilyjames3110]

@James Arthur I suffer with anxiety. I felt sometimes I panic attack . Any advice on anxiety? X that would help other people

[@sarahbamford2633]

I just love him.

[@juanhoffmann4096]

Is not just the mental health, if you're in a dark place everything is unbalanced mental, physical and spiritual health you can't find a way out because in a dark place is hard to see, you gotta stay calm and find a way to switch the lights on

[@cathycrowder3109]

So much honesty! I hate that he hates 90% of his work but I get that! He is an inspiration to so many, many people! People look at his story and think that if James could get through all of that, then we will not give up either. His music is so beautiful and relatable! I have so much admiration for this artist, James Arthur. Wishing him all the best!

[@SponzifyMee]

@James Arthur Nice scam account

[@HTMaRKERS_]

The most underrated artists around. the songs where he covers his own songs with no interference of technology just him and instrument are some of the most breath taking music ive heard and almost feel the words.

[@gaz7367]

And that's coming from the man himself.

[@giftkhwabi9807]

@@gaz7367 he sounds like a hater.

[@nathalyamohammed9378]

@james arthur He actually writes his own material and you can tell just by the way he sings the lyrics every word comes from the heart. Also if by same old boring shit you mean a variety of styles in music and songs from different genres then yes it's a machine churning out the same boring old shit while he's just making tea.

[@Cloud-df3hy]

He is one of the biggest artists on the planet. Literally. He's not underrated at all.

[@nathalyamohammed9378]

@@Cloud-df3hy He is underrated, how many awards has he won or how has he been recognized as "one of the best artists on the planet"? Besides his songs reaching top 40 and top 10 which happens because of fans, he has not been recognized by the world as one of the greats which he is so hence he is underrated.

[@Lisa-xo1hx]

The way james speaks about mental health is truly inspirational. To stand at one of his amazing gigs and talk about his struggles in front of thousands of people is so brave. Everyone should read his book' back to the boy' , thats inspirational too. It explains the pure emotion he brings out in his performances which makes him the incredible artist he is today. He deserves 10 Brit awards!!!

[@GillianOCaoilte7334]

He is a gift to humanity. Incredible voice and brilliant songwriter. Keep up the good fight James.

[@rodaxel7165]

His album Back from the Edge saved me when going through a rough patch end 2016 .. I related to it so much. Thank you James don't how many times I've listened to the album, but it was still in playlist for almost 2 years.. One of my favorite albums ever..

[@bri.decode]

Finally, The Truth, Train Wreck, Skeletons, Prisoner and Can I Be Him are my absolutely favs of this album

[@rodaxel7165]

@@bri.decode I love all his songs on this album. Phoenix, Skeletons, Prisoner and Sermon has to be at the top, so hard to choose from. From the raw emotion, to the bass, the lyrics and overall sound, even the rapping which was a great surprise that left me in aww, some songs were tearjerkers where I felt a emotional connection.. I'm not from the UK but glad he came to Manila in 2019 to do a concert which I really set aside savings for..

[@catwoman1149]

Well, please check his acoustic versions especially of your favorites. Imho James is so much better on that than the album tracks.

[@bri.decode]

@@catwoman1149 yesss

[@kellyannnoble1288]

I love how vulnerable and real he is

[@tdmj2812]

His audition was phenomenal! I watched it 100 times and was amazed at this young man’s authenticity! I knew he was bound for stardom and would move on to bigger things. I never knew the rough struggle he had dealt with before hand. You are a fantastic artist!

[@francoisecorrevon5301]

This is emotional. So good to hear we can talk about our problems. Not complain but talk. So right to advance. I admire this difficult way to control his own self. James is an example for a lot of us. Thanks to him. On his long road love was always around him. His mom never stopped to love this « naughty » children and this love survived all the dark times this is the basis. Always see and feel the love . James and all James family and Jess show and feel the love. ❤️( Not easy in English when you speak French... ) ❤️Love you JamesArthur ❤️

[@michellesutton4750]

Such a hard interview to do 😟 I feel so much of what he is saying because of going through stuff as a child and there is no way I could sit there and talk about it like he did. Love him to pieces xx

[@alexanderjonas2418]

Great reflections in this man, after living through some really tough times.

[@jenniferchurch1001]

Such an inspiration. So much respect for James 💜

[@faithviolet7810]

💜

[@advancelast1740]

I used to work in London and commute daily from Kent by train. Panic attacks got so bad that I often had to get off the train well before my stop and ask someone to come an get me. Lost over 5 stone in weight, lousy time and wish I had this sort of material to refer to . Panic attacks are very, very frightening. Tough times but I got through it. Now live offshore with a lovely family of my own.

[@maramoreno04]

While reading his book Back to the boy or listening now again to his story about his childhood, so raw, distressing, I just stop breathing waiting to the part he succeeds, feeling myself sad and happy at the same time, in awe of his mental strength after all channelling the drama through his music, such an inspiration as no other ❤️

[@catwoman1149]

@james arthur Get a live boy, it's time to move on

[@anthonybt1632]

Had a panic attack today was awful 😓 Felt like couldn't catch my breath My heart goes out to everyone experiencing um

[@tiandre6159]

Hey! I hope it gets better

[@chantaldobson713]

I was never a fan of James Arthur. But after stumbling onto this video I went and watched all of his x factor performances and I can now understand and appreciate everything he has gone through and achieved. That final performance was especially epic and moving. Who else feels like a fan convert thanks to this interview

[@sylviahall167]

I remember when after he sang no drama he had a panic attack. He put his heart and soul into that song and is the one I remember the most. He is a true fighter xx

[@MsCatfire]

I admire him so much...but it's his spirit inside him that shines so bright. And when he sings he pulls those feelings and lets you let them out..train wreck especially has brought me to tears. He's been there..with you.

[@nadakainovic2542]

You are a very talented artist.The fact that you spoke about your mental health so publicly is a wonderful thing,for you and anyone experiencing the same .You are half way there,just keep working on it,keep singing and you will make it.You will be ok,you are already.Don't ever give up on yourself ,you are worth the work.Keep singing, you are an amazing talent! Don't let the past control your future!

[@creativegaze]

Knowing the back story to that song, makes it even better. Good on him. Just because it took him 20-minutes to write means it was pure and was meant to come out the way it did. I love seeing this sort of success. He totally deserves this recognition.

[@amybooth24]

He’s the kindest soul

[@leenobody3249]

More like an arse-soul

[@amybooth24]

@@leenobody3249 nah that man’s done sm for me

[@katemallett1446]

such a big inspiration to many people! he really deserves more recognition for not just the amazing talent he has but for him and his story in general. james is so down to earth and the way he’s so open is really inspiring to me and has shown me it’s okay to open up about my struggles! the way he’s gone through so many difficult situations but still keeps going is so amazing and i really hope he knows how strong he is! i wish i could get to thank him properly for how much he has helped me over the years. keep up the amazing work james and thank you for just being you! i can’t wait to see what the future brings for you and your music! lots of love

[@musicinspired4797]

I can completely understand this. However your experience was magnified. You’ve come so far James. It’s awful when you are in your head too much and it’s debilitating because the messages become more and more self-critical. So proud of you and thankful. You have been my 💊🙏🏼🥰❤️. Thank you so much for the sharing, caring and your beautiful music. It’s so important to continue to talk, sadly the loss of beautiful Caroline Flack is a testament to this. Nobody would have ever thought. I wish you could see yourself as we do. Kind, caring, great communication skills, super talented and honest. It’s often the people you would never think are suffering because they appear on the outside to be happy and doing great in life, yet unknown even sometimes to family are struggling with depression which untreated or not talking end up as bouts of debilitating mental health problems. Things really are improving however more help is needed, when the only help is an hours group therapy miles away. I have faith things will continue to improve. So many will and do need help after the suffering many people have experienced this last year.

[@joannegriggs]

My goodness - such a warm soul, putting his feelings out there. Loved that the interviewer recognised the need to ask how he was when he remarked that these settings make him uncomfortable. Wonderful interview on a topic experienced by many

[@NjDevilArmy973]

That moment the anxiety hits he described it perfectly I thought I was dying. I suffer from extreme anxiety panic attacks this is real and difficult to go through thank you for sharing

[@yves0404]

Ja so pure, to me it's a loving and encouraging way towards himself and therefore towards others. God bless him on his journey❤☮️🙏

[@millysummer8122]

Everything about him is just beautiful

[@SamHack7]

Proper genuine bloke, top man

[@amybooth24]

The most down to earth man. I love you James

[@daniellebarrett6366]

James. You are an incredible Human Being. You are an inspiration to us all. ❤❤❤❤❤

[@aminaema7887]

I strongly believe that everything happens for a reason. If you would’ve had a perfect life I don’t think you would be able to connect with people through your art as much as you do now. I’m proud to say that I’ve been a fan of you since I was 12 ( I’m 20 now) and through the years your music helped me a lot and it also helped many other people so THANK YOU! I’m very grateful for you 💛!

[@prinzessinjasmin]

His honesty impresses me everytime. I'm so proud of him. ❤

[@anntigers2134]

You are a beautiful person James. Love your honesty openess. Such courage you have to speak about your mental health. You have helped so many of us. Your music tells a story.xx😘😘😘

[@nickhealey3388]

Never seen this side of this man, big respect for sharing James sharing this 💪💪 men's mental health is important so thank you mate for highlighting this

[@markus8222]

His hands give away how uncomfortable he is with the interview

[@cathycrowder3109]

But the brilliant thing is that he carries on despite the discomfort so that he can help others. Brave and courageous. Honest and strong.

[@bri.decode]

💔

[@daniellebarrett6366]

Yes! Such a courageous man.

[@catwoman1149]

It's so hard to deal with this mental health issues and much harder to talk about it public. We mostly see happy people around but many of them are dealing with similar issues and hiding behind happy pills and other stuff, which only makes the situation worse.

[@janetjoshkosovac7217]

A really honest and amazing man. Even though I don’t know him, I’m so proud of how far he has come. Can relate to anxiety & depression and listening to his music just soothes me. Thank you James🙏🤗

[@kellyviney]

Role model JA! Saving lives. Amazing interview. Thankyou for normalising anxiety. For sharing your experience and for encouraging others to reach out for help. What an Angel. Love you lots, gratitude and love from a fellow anxiety warrior ! In this together 💪💪❤️❤️😘😘

[@angelikakarczewska3275]

James pls don't let go you are a beautiful person in and out ❤

[@melzy1999]

Absolutely bang on!!! Always be yourself James x

[@reginaldmartin7801]

James Arthur you rock man. I didn't know you like now, but I love you music man. You are true and I can feel that in your songs.I think many can relate to that as well. You made it and you were brave. 👊🏻👊🏻👊🏻💯🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@momentumz5772]

James well done - honest and vulnerable, so important for people to hear

[@mare4342]

The past is the reason we act and think as we do. But it can never become our excuse.There comes a time as an adult where a person has to accept responsibility for their own crap and quit excusing themselves because "the people in their lives let them down". James has learned this important truth. That is why he is successful in his life & career. He also remains grounded by surrounding himself by people who are supportive, loyal, wise, and not afraid to tell him the truth if he needs a reality check.

[@KayFaye07]

I was a addict at 14. Struggling for 10 years with it. I'm now 9 years sober. I get stuck in my head alot too. I have alot of energy most of the week and then 2 days a week, I'm emotionally down. Cant get up. It's like I'm drained. Severely depressed. I have a successful business and a great family but it still happens. Music helps me through it.

[@amylee3531]

I suffer from crippling anxiety (sobbing under the blankets on top of chronic health) which is why I didn't get into preforming or jobs I wanted to to. I lay in bed alot and try to figure out how to correct the depression. I'm 46. I think that's why I connected to Arthur so much.

[@josephfinds]

This man doesn’t know how much he impacted me. ♥️

[@DarlinMarleneVeVo]

I just want to to say that James, I'm so proud of you. I'm so happy you exist and that you're so open and honest with your music. Thank you for being you

[@NewGrowFlow]

Thank you so much for this James and all who relate with this; lets all speak about it; we are all together to get through this and yes we can! 💙🙏🍀

[@gina1emo]

I’m struggling with Mental Health & addiction. The constant detox & relapse has made me soo weak at this point. Clinical Depression & Anxiety & PTSD which is what I’ve got is real illness & suffering as well as all the other Mental Health issues ppl have it affects the body as well as the mind. May God help us find peace & content🖤💜

[@kellypilling08]

James,I've battled myself with depression for years but I vowed to myself and for my family that I'd never again let depression decide how/what i do on a daily basis.And from then on I've done quite well with my business and such, aswell as my social life too.What I'm trying to say to you is that coz of the fact that I did it, you can do it too 🙂 Yeah,i still have ups and downs but nothing will ever control what I do again as I've learnt to never make the same mistakes,as they're what caused the depression along with certain traumatic situations, with which I was diagnosed with PTSD and that's only made me stronger.. What I'm trying to advise you is that anything that isn't positive,no matter what, ignore it and ignore it with pride... Don't even think of hurting anyone's feelings as they didn't think that about you.Keep smiling.

[@catwoman1149]

Well, it's not that "easy" if you're a public person and everything you've ever said and done is constantly being excavated, again and again. Just imagine you have no safe place and no privacy. Even hard to deal for happy, healthy people who come from a "healthy" family background. This man already got through so much in his life. It's a daily lifelong fight. But he always stands up and raises again, and supports others. Have massive respect for this man.

[@drliz5965]

You are such a beautiful soul. You deserve every success and inner peace. Thank you for being so honest. You are an inspiration. We love you!

[@russellthewonderbeast3265]

Anxiety is pure wank. Regardless of who it hits and to what degree.

[@lucarossi5604]

I never thought I would wish this on anyone, but I really do hope you experience a monumental panic attack with all that it involves, come back then and tell me what a "wank" it was :)

[@russellthewonderbeast3265]

@@lucarossi5604 I've had several large panic attacks and I'm fully aware of what they entail. CBT is helping me but it's a slow journey. Shame on you for wishing that on anyone let alone a stranger. I'm Scottish so was using "wank" as a term for something being bad. If you are unsure of a term, just ask, instead of wishing a truly horrible experience on someone.

[@lucarossi5604]

My bad. Was not reading the "accent" just the content. Ex Military and suffer anxiety and panic attacks badly. To see them called a "wank" was what prompted that response. Good luck with the CBT.

[@russellthewonderbeast3265]

@@lucarossi5604 Language barrier, it's no problem at all. Thanks, best of health to you too.

[@NjDevilArmy973]

Lmao man I’m a soldier in the United States Army I suffer from this you would not be able to handle it. It’s not something that I think of it just comes out of nowhere I can be laying down I could be up and about I could be happy I could be sad I’ve had one in the middle of laughing it’s not a joke man I telling you just be glad you don’t have them

[@ct9914]

Well done for speaking up and sharing. You're my favourite British singer

[@jasminateodorovic1248]

Hearing 'Recovery' the first time - I felt it like him saying to himself "F***K it. The art of music is ME! Not the industry (that's those 90 percent of the job) but those 10percent of pure, genuine creative presence. Btw, YOU ARE recognized, James! It's the people you've helped and healed immensely with your soooo genuine, raw, authentic passion, energy and talent. People DO react and absorb the energy and creative vibes you keep sending. Bless you! And Thank You 💘 🙏

[@millysummer8122]

This is so beautiful. I’m so proud of you J🥺❤️

[@r34474]

Beautiful soul.... love u JA❤️❤️❤️🇵🇭

[@Darragh_K]

I huge applaud to you James! So true and honest to yourself and that reflects...

[@mahmoudenany1103]

Beautiful honest man with talent Love you x ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@slipoftonguemybad1572]

Back from the edge. Thank you for who you are, you are an inspiration to so many. For me also, you are the medicine that's keeping me going. Your voice is one of a kind, you are one of a kind. I love you so much, James.

[@Bye_Good]

And Please Just Remember! You are NOT your Anxiety and/or Depression. Yes, it’s apart of you but it’s not all of who you are. You’re made up of so much more, so many things. So many wonderful things! Even though it can feel like it’s our whole world - it’s not. It’s just a small part of what makes us up. And if you know how, you can harness it and use it to do powerful and positive things too! And the most important thing, I believe is, give yourself more time. Always. Much LOVE & PEACE

[@danielorabona8724]

I had no idea, just goes to show how blinkered we are to other people’s struggles. Well done and all the best in the future.

[@christinafox8928]

Love James. He deserves everything. I've struggled with my mental health for about 10 years. It's so draining. I don't know how I'm still alive. 🤧

[@francescabandini9821]

Thanks so much James, remember you are not alone💗

[@mandymagick]

Such a beautiful soul! Love him!

[@dawnliimatainen661]

Who my god James 😥 I can't believe what you have gone through in your life. I lived with something like that parents being alcoholic's and you're a Really strong person!!!

[@cool_whhhhip420]

I’m literally only 26 seconds into this episode but I just wanted to say that I just came across this show for the first time earlier today and I’ve already watched 7 episodes, I absolutely love this series. It gives the viewers an amazing insight and look into so many different peoples life stories, their experiences and the trials and tribulations they’ve been through. Very addictive to watch and highly recommend.

[@beastyboyBlue]

Thanks James for your honesty, you've come along way since the X factor days. Well done you.👏👏

[@505Queen]

Thank you for putting yourself out there in such a vulnerable honest way in order to help others. You are a treasure, James, and I am so thankful for your music and the genuine person you are ❤️

[@kerryjones2592]

I suffer with both anxiety and depression I can do relate to u James love u so much xx

[@theavengers.]

James songs are beautiful

[@thisplaceisdeath1465]

Pppfffhhhahahahahaaaaaaaa

[@bri.decode]

His vocals 💣

[@bri.decode]

@james arthur love your sarcasm

[@bri.decode]

@james arthur babe my sarcasm loves you the most. To the moon and back

[@bri.decode]

@james arthur 💋💋

[@novaturbkkk]

From day 1 of seeing him 1st on TV and understanding he was in pain from how he sang and looked till today watching the lad speak on here, he has come leaps and bounds and now 1 of the best ever to come out the uk 🇬🇧 proud to know you a local lad James lad

[@hilmathomas3308]

He's one of my favorites and now even more so because he's been through so much and he's still here and finding peace

[@99NOFX]

'nervous energy' is the perfect description for anxiety

[@rightofrevolutionisnow7282]

I suffer from anxiety and paranoia and ADHD it's very hard to cope with but I get through it in my own way simple I don't take no medication at all like I say to all the doctor's only person who can help me is myself

[@1298blaster]

You should consider medication, can really improve your quality of life, and be a real life changer. Your choice of course

[@rightofrevolutionisnow7282]

@@1298blaster I am not pumping myself with drugs are you to take ritalin when I was younger and it gives me severe headaches and did you know ritalin is actually amphetamine who's bright idea was it to give children speed when they are hyperactive as it is

[@schmatzmon7781]

@@rightofrevolutionisnow7282 you should learn about drugs. not all are bad for you. "pumping myself with drugs" ... u do drugs wrong if u pump urself

[@rightofrevolutionisnow7282]

@@schmatzmon7781 pumping yourself with drugs means taking drugs doesn't mean abusing the drug it means taking it I know a lot about drugs illegal and legal with drugs it's the other way around legal drugs are worse for you then illegal drugs cannabis cures cancer LSD opens your mind to the truth of everything and research the DMT experiment trust me I know a hell of a lot about drugs

[@catwoman1149]

@@rightofrevolutionisnow7282 Totally with you💯. My best friend nearly lost his mind after using legal drugs and his personality changed after month of taking antidepressants, prescribed by his doc. He isn't the same anymore and will never be again. You can't go back on things like that. Medicine and drugs aren't the cure for everyone. JA said it all. So everyone has to find his own way.

[@whoopwhoopje]

He is so amazingly good, I hope you find your stability. I am no psychologist but it sounds so much like borderline.

[@amelialaiacona9295]

I love his honesty, you can tell he’s being so incredibly genuine ❤️

[@leostainton8867]

You can take the lad out of Middlesbrough, but you can't take the Middlesbrough out of the lad. I think he's he's genuine person and a great artist. Good on him 👏🏼

[@lostintransit5822]

He's not from Middlesbrough

[@leostainton8867]

@@lostintransit5822 yes he is 😂

[@lostintransit5822]

@@leostainton8867 born in Redcar and had a bedsit in Saltburn

[@leostainton8867]

@@lostintransit5822 Ah, it appears you know him better than himself, Google and his birth certificate then

[@lostintransit5822]

@@leostainton8867 don't need to used to live 100yds from him

[@kdkd8182]

what a truly humble guy i picked you from day one the first time i saw you on the show. i said to my wife he is going to smash this and i was right.you have an amazing voice and a truly amazing aura about you. im 56 and for the first time in my life someone has touched me in a way ive never been touched before.you have made me realise i also have mental health issues but i have no idea how to deal with them. you have inspired me to try tho and to sort myself out.i wish you all the best with your future bless you james and thank you kind regards karl.

[@SyedAli-ww1ch]

Love you James

[@nathalyamohammed9378]

Absolutely love you James you're such an inspiration to so many.

[@sunflowersongs9403]

I absolutely adore him and his music. I'm so sorry he went through all this and felt this way. His art has been a mainstay in my life

[@kailfern9644]

Love this guy, he's so down to earth and real, he rose from the ashes 💚 what a beautiful person

[@DivinityinLove]

I also have panic attacks, could be from a similar reason that my parents also kicked me out and basically feeling like you have no home or stability, rejected, abandoned, unsupported... ofcourse we will develop anxiety. Thing is, I never thought I could get through a show like X factor, (I also sing), I'm shocked to hear he had a panic attack and after being taken in an ambulance, they still let him continue, and that he had to be medicated to get through it.. very surprising, but I feel so proud of him for accomplishing it... and I LOVEEEEE his music. EXPRESSING his pain, helps sooth me in mine and make me feel less alone and sorta, loved?! Like someone gets my pain, someone cares! someone empathises and feels it. Someone else experiences this as real, it's not just my sickness. Others also have this... so there's help, there's hope?

[@luciar4167]

He is just an amazing human being. Great artist so underrated in my opinion. His songs speak to my soul

[@patrykdolega]

Hi James, thanks for sharing. I might have not been as deep where you have been, but I share your pain. All the anxiety, depression 😪 panic attacks. I'm struggling with it still, and I want to see you succeed cuz you're an inspiration for guys like me. You're still the same guy and I'm sending a warm hugs to you man, keep your chin up. You've got fans and people around who love you. You became famous, but inside you still fight same battles like everyone else. You doing great!

[@suebell2358]

I have so much respect for this man. I wish he could see how special he is and truly believe it ❤️

[@DivinityinLove]

Also his voice, is so unique. It's raspy, deep yet high pitched in places, so emotional and so masculine. Never heard a voice like it before!

[@HelpMyCatHasNoHair]

Northern British accent. Sounds very Midlands English

[@meganocker9758]

I relate so much to this, James what a treasure you are ❤

[@Karinkishi_Kun]

I just hope James could record the song his sang at the audition. That sing is just beautiful.. Its masterpiece.

[@elledalmer9089]

Amazing man being able to talk about his feelings he is so strong inside and out

[@theunknownpodcast7893]

Would love him to release a rap song. His rap game is unreal

[@catwoman1149]

He's rapping a lot. You can also find it here on YT😉

[@yasirbakhshi]

hear YOU

[@catwoman1149]

Where my angels dare not tread

[@anacarolinanogueira8999]

James Arthur is the best

[@karengudgeon4288]

#MENTALHEALTHMATTERS #MIND You are beautiful inside and out James......great Interview

[@thatgirl4942]

Sun comes up and recovery. Faves. As soon as I heard him sing I knew he was gonna be great. Very underrated. ❤

[@annieweston3317]

Thank you for sharing james. You are a WONDERFUL brave human being. Shine bright always