Story of an addict - Joe Nester

[@rutegerd]

I just finished a 2 week detox. I didn't take anything this time for withdrawal This time is the end. I had to change me. I listened to you everyday in treatment. You were my inspiration to seek a change I battled with this all my life. Had good years and bad years. I'm a new me now. I have God to thank for that. Thank you so much for your music and sharing your story.

[@joenester9984]

Sometimes we have to really feel the full pain of our withdrawals so we can harnest it and let it be a reminder of where we never want to go again. Much respect and best of luck on your road to recovery. I’m glad my music and story can help. 🙏✊

[@rutegerd]

@@joenester9984 Exactly that! Nothing but God and hard work is going to fix me. A medication isn't going to fix my depression and anxiety, so it isn't going to fix my addiction either.

[@carlkisielewski1406]

A guy at the bridge sat with today and told my let's listen to this song before I leave she ok and we did listen to the whole song and told me it joenester and blowin away I thought it was celebrity much success even now ever meet u or known it was u it was u it was stellar peace love unity respect

[@tylerblair9510]

I have listened to this song alot and I'm a meth and heroin addict I have 5 years off heroin and 1,099 days off meth but I still struggle with my cravings

[@bobbieglasspoole8240]

We're at

[@Billy-e1e]

Been clean a yr and 5 months, to God the glory, couldn't have done it without God through Jesus Christ Yeshua and the people that he put in my path at the right time, thanks to all that have been on this journey of my road to redemption

[@meljay98]

Congrats on your recovery!

[@michaelmorsesr6361]

Sobriety is the best gift I have ever received from God. A little over 8 years

[@jennifer.lynn.]

Congratulations!! 👏👏👏

[@michaelmorsesr6361]

@@jennifer.lynn. Thank you

[@jennifer.lynn.]

You're welcome! That is no easy feat! You deserve to be celebrated!! My husband just got his 13 year chip. Each day sober is a victory and a testament that it can happen for those who are struggling. Someone out there who needed it saw your comment and was inspired and felt a little less alone.

[@StevenValdez-i9i]

Amen glory to God yes it is I may have lost everything but God has given me so more and I'm going on 5 years clean

[@themaskedkiller4380]

2.5 yrs

[@downz7179]

There is nothing stronger than a broken person trying to rebuild themselves up from the ground up again. Much love and respect to all my fellow addicts out there in recovery.

[@krystalbedwell323]

My name is Mac G I've considered suicide but don't wanta leave my moma with the burden of burying me

[@mel_revealz]

❤

[@nanakate6586]

Everyday is a new day. Keep up the good work. It's worth the fight.

[@dusteedawg2915]

Hope you made it out

[@julievillegas4774]

❤

[@Erik-IngramHOG4life]

"Satan knows your name but calls you by your sin, ... God knows your sin but calls you by your name."

[@JasonD-p3p]

I love this !!!

[@chrisandtarenroberts213]

Perfectly said!!!!!! ❤

[@Maggie-i2e]

Absolutely well said!

[@dustygatrell-ru7tg]

Truth

[@TommyLawson-t5c]

Gave my life to Christ on April 9th, 2024 after battling an addiction for 6 years, losing everything I owned twice, losing my wife, and losing 2 kids. Now I don't have any of the things I once had, but I feel like I'm better off for it. [John 8:36 "Therefore if the Son makes you free, you shall be free indeed." NKJV] Stay strong and keep moving forward. I pray for those still suffering.

[@plantlove5257]

Dude. Your positive attitude is refreshing. So much negativity in this world makes us bitter. Especially falling short, dealing with these battles...mentally and physically. We have never met..but damn I wish I could shake your hand. You stay strong as well stranger 🤙🔥🌞🌺▶️🙏🔝💯

[@TommyLawson-t5c]

​@@plantlove5257 much love man appreciate the comment. All we got in this world is God and each other. Gotta be a light to others who might be going through what we just got out of. I think that's the whole point of this song. Keep your head up. You got this.

[@BenjaminDelp-q3k]

I am 20 yrs clean & Sober and I think people should listen to artist like Joe and blast it on their radio's cause he shares the truth.

[@isolochickeens]

😮I miss heroin was so easy to get sober from but fentanyl changed it all now it's almost impossible did rehab got 4 months then relapsed because the docs thought I was chasing drugs and wouldn't help me cuz the anxiety from paws and the dumb horse tranq was killing me now stuck back where I was

[@Smokedknight85]

Nothing is Impossible. I was a herion and fentanyal user and I used aa and leaned heavily on my sponsor but we do recover.

[@saracox5005]

Amen so true

[@crystalminder923]

Jelly roll too!

[@PHANTOM30987]

I’m so happy that I just turned 13 years sober and free

[@joenester9984]

That’s so awesome! Congrats on the 13 years!

[@Brotherfromcalvary]

Get it! Gods definitely with you my friend! Not many people live to make the statement you just made. Jesus was with you the entire time.

[@jordynbeneke6208]

​@@joenester9984 what was your addiction,??

[@floydgenovese3072]

Hbh

[@AjaxSkye]

still going strong? Nicee

[@kathleenrowley2413]

Believe it or not, im only 29 and have been using heavy drugs for 15+ years and this song feels like it was written for me 😢

[@crystalminder923]

Hope is always there!🫶

[@HeatherMichelle-rm7qj]

I'm so sorry I can't even imagine what you've been through to cause it but hold on you will be okay in the end.

[@Brotherfromcalvary]

Same, 34 and I’ve been shooting heroin and fentanyl and prescribed benzos daily since I was 15. I dont know you, but I love you in Christ, and my heart hurts for you, I also have total faith you’ll get better. Your not alone, neither am I. Jesus is the only Way. He truly raises the dead. I came off cold Turkey, but never got better. Sick for almost a year, seizures from benzo withdrawal, eventually i weened off at a clinic. Addiction is a demonic spirit. Yes are opioid and GABA receptors are messed up, but theres a spiritual root. Gods with you Kathleen, you will overcome all this, it seems so impossible…. But nothings impossible with God.

[@Brotherfromcalvary]

I believe it, your story is very common, many people share your struggle. I started shooting heroin and fentanyl and was ordering research chemical benzos that I was injecting, when I was only 14, I’m 34 now. I went to school every day and I was the only opioid addict I knew. God bless you brother

[@Brotherfromcalvary]

@@HeatherMichelle-rm7qj cause it? He took drugs because he was selfish and wanted to feel good…. He caused it… no one else. Lol don’t mistake addicts struggles for them being a victim… we’re not victims….. we brought it on ourselves and we deserve the misery we go through. I’ve was homeless for years, shooting dope on the streets my entire life, and why? Because I’m a selfish asshole who’d rather give up and numb my problems than be a decent human being… addicts like myself threw away EVERYTHING. Love, support, good families who loved us…. All because we’re selfish.

[@richardscott8145]

I heard this in prison in delaware i was sick for 45 days i didnt sleep or eat for 13 shit broke me first time i loved it i got 6 months clean today at solid ground recovery in frederick just got out of prison yesterday you inspire me man

[@Tracybrockengirl]

I'm sorry

[@Brotherfromcalvary]

God truly does raise the dead. When bodybuilders lift weights, they tear the muscles so they grow back stronger. at first it hurts, but after you recover, your muscles are bigger than they were before.… same thing with withdrawals, same thing with addiction… every day that you’re clean, you are one step closer to freedom

[@CountryAngelGrit83]

It’s always a struggle no one unless you been there understands… this song says so much and makes me cry because people do think the less about us and look at us like we wanted to be this way or asked to and we didn’t life happened. I am going on eight months clean and yet I fight the urge every day

[@shawnyoung3629]

100%

[@brendenkurtyka2772]

I went back out after 7 yrs. I spent 2 months in the mud before I blew the whistle on myself, thank God. I always listened to your music ever since a few days after you dropped train song video on youtube. Songs like; How Many Times, Worthy of Love, Hold her, Never Gunna get my Soul, have been among my favorites. I just heard this song today for the first time - with 10 days now sober again.. and fell apart. I pray you never stop writing and making music. You are telling my story. I will always need J-Nes songs as we call you in my house. Anytime you come on shuffle in the house, my 4 yr old son says "it's one of daddys songs" Thank you for everything.

[@robertdesimone3854]

plz GOD PROTECT THIS LEGEND 💯 at all costs .Joe u r the voice for the ones who couldn't b here. GOD BLESS💯🤟

[@joenester9984]

Much love and respect brother. 🙏✊

[@denegrade4531]

I was an addict for 10 years on meth and it's only a miracle that I'm alive I worship artists like Joe who speak about the life of an addict because there are lot of addicts that never make it out and there aren't slot of places except in music where we as ex addicts can go

[@joenester9984]

I appreciate the support and am glad my music can help, but there is only one person you should worship and that is Jesus. Much love my friend. 🙏✝️❤️

[@teresacarter855]

Same here. Off n on for over 20 years. Trying to get it right

[@ShelleyEchternach]

Jesus's arms are wide open to recieve u even if you are stuggling to get/stay clean. think about it. people going through or recovering from active addiction need him the most. Mathew 9:11-12 there is a reason why Jesus sat with prostitutes and tax collectors, the least of them. if you know you know. if you wanna know seek and ye shall find

[@TheProdicalSon]

Im glad to see you call that out. Good looks. Way to give glory to Jesus and not take it for yourself. "You will know them by their fruits" Much love brother. May the one true God bless you and your family.​@joenester9984

[@fosterjackiefoster3259]

Very powerful!! I pray and hope for all those who have an addiction, that They will ask God to help them and they will be delivered!!🙏☝️✝️❣️

[@MynameisNotyours-fm4uf]

Lost so much in my addiction including people I love &can never be replaced. RIP to those who did not overcome. Thank you God for saving me.

[@sethwoemmel716]

Me and my soon to be bride saw you in rolla Missouri 5-6 years ago awesome where God has took you joe...I just gave my life to God 21 days ago i gave it all to God he took all the withdrawals away from the suboxin, dope, psych, meds they had me on and he has created a new man praise God the lord of all

[@jocelyndobie5982]

Beautiful Song! Addiction just took my husband, 2 weeks ago, he was 68. I hadn't even seen him for almost a year. It is an illness and is alive and well everywhere, any age. I appreciate talented people that focus on mental illnesses for my own personal reasons. Thank you.

[@joenester9984]

🙏🙏❤️

[@joenester9984]

I am so sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences 🙏🙏

[@jocelyndobie5982]

@@joenester9984 Thank you, but I am sorry for his loss, and for my sons who are left with feelings of guilt from, for good reasons I might add, having had to end up cutting him out of their lives at different points during the last three years. So sad, nobody wins, addiction takes down entire families. Spreads like wildfire and left having to rebuild all their success that once made their dad so proud full of all the "what ifs" and "if onlys" that live in the ashes of the living left behind.

[@jarvis513]

I will be praying for you. As I have lost many to this disease of addiction myself, I was once an addict myself but Jesus Christ healed me and broke those chains. I will most definitely keep you in my prayers. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@richardjones7849]

These songs have put me in the best place of my life ❤ been battling with addiction since 14 done every drug known to man should be dead but god has more in store for me god bless everyone

[@tydangles13]

Such a true song. Jesus saved me from addiction. I Praise Him, and urge you all to surrender to Him. He makes all things new. Cured 4 years of addiction overnight with zero withdrawals. Prayers and blessings to you all

[@joenester9984]

Congrats on the 4 years! God is so good! 🙏❤️

[@tydangles13]

@@ladybug4432 can I pray for you? Do you want to be set free? The Lord can do it if you really want to be free.

[@Colicchie]

Love it my friend 🙏🏽

[@joenester9984]

Thanks man that truly means a lot! 🙏

[@adammartin3944]

Agreed

[@TiffanyFrazier-xn4gs]

I've never heard a song explain the misery and the pain of an addict so well. Just the powerlessness on our shoulders is suffocating even though some don't change can't change it's the one thing they pray for most is they could. The guilt I deal with every day kept me away for far too long until I was hit with my moment of clarity that we are all humans addicts... family of addicts everybody we all sometimes have to breakdown to break through. If your struggling know you're NOT alone don't let our disease convince you of that!

[@joenester9984]

Amen my friend! It’s also important to know that asking for help is not a sign of weakness. It’s a sign of strength. Reach out and reach up. There are too many of us out there who are suffering in silence.

[@DontletDustlayonsongsfro-uy1oh]

On point, only the humans whi faced daily

[@senecajosey3142]

You should listen to addiction by coolichie

[@shawnyoung3629]

100% true my addiction did that to me and I prayed and prayed and now I’m 7 days clean in my recovery

[@vanessalangan1859]

I thank God everyday for putting a light on in my deep dark addiction I was addicted to downers uppers for 18 years I have lost custody of 4 of my children n now it's going on 2 years clean n iam raising my 2 year old daughter when she was born she didn't withdrawal so I knew God was giving me another chance to do right n I did, I do have alot of regrets but now I look at them as lessons n iam still learning alot about them.

[@joenester9984]

Congrats on the two years my friend. Praying that the Lord continues to work in your life and that he restores your family. He is our Redeemer! 🙌✝️💪

[@EmilReed83]

Never give up! I am very proud of how far you have come!!! You are in my prayers 🙏

[@dakotajoe9675]

Such a wonderful song. I'm 23yrs old trying to get out of addiction at an early age so I look to your music as a true inspiration. I am blessed to have discover you.

[@joenester9984]

It’s not easy but you can do it! Through God and a good support group. We are all in this together. 🙏✊

[@dakotajoe9675]

@@joenester9984 yessir!!💯💯

[@jamesmullins9410]

@@dakotajoe9675 yo

[@stevenapostolou7667]

Hits home so hard, I can't stop crying. It's all too true. I'm finally right but hurt so many people including myself.

[@rumblerzname]

People saw us at our worst now they can see us at our best. ❤

[@joenester9984]

We must forgive ourselves and others with the same Grace that God has shown to us. We just gotta do our best to make amends and live according to his will, not our own. Much love my friend

[@stevenapostolou7667]

​@@joenester9984❤too true my friend and thank you very much!

[@stevenapostolou7667]

❤️

[@lindseycolvin9900]

I'm gonna play this for few people hope it helps them describe it well for what I've seen people go through

[@chrystalbreaux6444]

This song right here will be played at my funeral. I absolutely love this artist! Great lyrics....

[@Brotherfromcalvary]

Why would you have “ story of an addict” playing at your funeral? Is that all you want to be remembered for is drugs? Do you want your grandma and grandpa knowing about your drug problems? Do you get off on people feeling sorry for you and your struggles? Why are you planning your funeral? Why not have a song of victory? Why not overcome?

[@daisyhunnell5107]

Great song about addiction. A lot of people in the world are facing addiction. This brings awareness to it and shows addiction in a new light.

[@JonathanSigwart]

I got 6 month recovery this incredibly powerful spiritually on so many levels...I struggle with my faith in christ...and faith in general thank u for your testimony in your lyrics.

[@joenester9984]

That’s awesome man! Congrats on the 6 months!

[@SuperAleathea]

I've been clean 7 years clean today. Just found you today, Joe. You are such a blessing. All Glory to God. He pulled me out of the mirey clay and set my feet on solid ground... Psalms 40 1-3.

[@Brotherfromcalvary]

Amen God bless you. Your an inspiring banner to all suffering from this demonic illness. Never stop sharing your testimony!

[@sandraramsey1527]

Wow, this song really hits close to home. I was in active addiction and went to treatment in Hamilton, Ontario for 6 weeks and once I was done and went back home both my husband and I were clean for 9 months and then I had a little relapse but got myself together and stopped again but then my son's were taken from me by Children's Aid Society but not because of drugs, it was because a nosy neighbor kept calling 911 when she heard my husband and I arguing. They said it was emotional and mental abuse to the kids. ..then both my husband and I I moved and we got clean. But on March 31st 2019 my husband passed away due to cardiac arrest due to pneumonia. I thank God and your music that I didn't relapse then, I'm now 7 years clean and my youngest son found me on Facebook and we were reunited after not being with him and his older brother for 10 years This song is amazing and very powerful. Keep your music going it's definitely helping not only myself but many others out here. Love the songs you are absolutely amazing!!!

[@joenester9984]

I’m so sorry for the loss of your husband Sandra. Congrats on 7 years clean and getting your kids back!! ❤️❤️

[@sandraramsey1527]

@@joenester9984 thanks my life has been so much better now that I can actually see clearly and actually enjoy life. You're music is amazing and it keeps me going

[@tylerstewart4408]

Love your music bro I am 65 days sober and I listen to your music everyday through the good and bad please make more music I love yours and cooliichie music.

[@justinkuzyk9246]

I’ve struggle for 10 years with drugs. We from coke go crack then meth. I’m now 28 days clean. I’m finally ready to end the cycle. This song hit hard. Thanks bud keep them coming!! 🔥🎶🤟

[@chloerayner5592]

Ur not alone brother. 20 years off and on addiction and I'm now sober. We do recover

[@traelane2230]

3yrs sober man just heard this song never heard ur music before but it hits man ur music touches my soul like no ither music has man #wedorecover

[@RuanLombard-q6j]

This song has just spoken to me since the day I heard it for the first time....... every day is a challenge and it just never ends but it feels great to be clean and working my way back to my boy who I love so much ❤️❤️

[@joenester9984]

Keep going my friend! It definitely isn’t easy at times but it’s 100 percent worth it!

[@Corina-lg4sd]

It can be done its in the Heart of Gods Will 😢 sober for 15 yrs love you all piece for you All Heaven Angel 😇 Amen 🙏🙌 Bless you Corina

[@jeremytaylor109]

Man this is such a powerful song. I just discovered it and it's one of my favorite songs already. I'm in recovery and have 109 DAYS clean and every single word of this song hits hard. Thank you for this truly

[@joenester9984]

Congrats on the clean time brother. It’s not easy but definitely worth it!

[@derrickbaggett2573]

Bro this hits hard these are the words of how my life is right now and I'm just barely keeping myself on track. Thank You for these lyrics these words you say really is the truth and if you actually do read this comment back

[@ShadowMidnight82]

Thank you for the song.

[@joenester9984]

🙏❤️

[@ShadowMidnight82]

@@joenester9984 Save me from myself...... 🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹 Couldn't have done a better dong

[@elenamartinez-roman5590]

all your music touch my heart and your story made me cry. keep up the good work.

[@joenester9984]

Thank you so much Elena! God bless. 🙏✝️🎶

[@joefrisbie485]

I think everyone needs to hear this. It's so powerful whether you're an addict or not it has such a strong message. Thank you

[@soldiers4god353]

Man this song hits home all Glory to God he rescued me when they arrested me .. Thnk you Jesus for providing the way 🙏✝️

[@richardjohnson4829]

That's straight fire right there Bro everyone please keep coming back. 4.5 years clean man thank you rocking with you and Colicchie!!

[@joenester9984]

Much love and respect brother ✊✊

[@Roman-k6t8v]

This is the life I live had me in tears it sucks when us addicts get so looked down upon not every addict is a thief ,cheat,liar cause we all humans and we dying of loneliness if I was ever talked to like I existed I would have a better self esteem... But like it is said noone will ever know what we going thru

[@jenniferdrake7159]

Man this song really touched my soul. I felt every word. Your music always inspires me to keep pushing forward. I got a little over 19 months clean and your music is a part of my recovery. Thank you for all you do!!

[@joenester9984]

Thankyou so much Jennifer. It truly means a lot to know my music is making an impact like that. Congrats on the 19 months. 🙏❤️

[@johnlawrence7090]

I hope you still are. I am 35. The alcohol, adderal, and work is gonna kill me before my time.

[@jeanniepauley59]

I’m so glad you made this song. My sister just made a year clean. I’m so proud of her!!! This song let me understand her view and what she has went through. It’s made a clear vision for me.

[@jessicahawkins2912]

Man this song touches my soul and hit me hard. I've been there and felt this by the grace of God I've trund my life around and now I've been sober and clean for 3years now and have been blessed by my son that is a year old now. I love your music I relate to it and it speaks to me in ways I understand what we all go through...

[@joenester9984]

Congrats on the 3 years that’s awesome. I’m so glad you were able to turn your life around 🙏🙏

[@jessicahawkins2912]

Thank you

[@kristinedave8255]

I felt this song in my soul. I am an addict in recovery of 7 years. It took so much work to get here. I relate to this song on so many levels. Thank you.

[@joenester9984]

Much love and congrats on the 7 years! ODAAT! ✊🙏

[@fenixroze]

AWESOME ‼️‼️‼️ BEAUTIFUL 💜💜💜 TRUTH~~~~~

[@msconfused2]

I love this song. The demons are always gonna hold us down it's up to us to decide how we deal with it. I love how you have turned your struggles into something we can relate to. Through your music we hear your story and that's what makes you a mentor, help us find our strength and use it for something positive. God bless you and your family. Stay strong it's just not you anymore!!

[@joenester9984]

Thankyou Faith I truly appreciate that. It’s definitely not easy but it’s possible. I’m so glad that my music and story is helping others 🙏

[@stevenmaynes5983]

brat

[@corycooper2954]

Awesome song. 21 year drug addict here. Jesus changed my whole life Sept. 29, 2021!

[@JerryR5794]

I stumbled upon this song while listening to a Scott Stapp music mix on here. And I must say. This song hits home for me. Exactly how I feel. I've been writing songs lyrics for almost 16 years now and could never capture what I've been trying to tell people. But you did it. I lost my best friend to an OD. And I'd give anything to make things right. I was trapped in that world and I'm so grateful that I made it out alive. Thanks for letting me know that I'm not alone in this. You rock man keep it up!

[@joenester9984]

I’m so sorry about the loss of your friend. I’m glad you like the song and can relate to the lyrics. Much love and respect my friend 🙏❤️

[@RaymondAkers-r3x]

Remember we used to skateboard together Joey. You were so good at it man I loved your 360 flips and now that I see you doing music that inspires addicts it's just what I need to hear. I've been clean for 39 days bro......look me up when your in Wilmington. I so damn proud of you

[@joenester9984]

@@RaymondAkers-r3x Ray what’s up my brother! I still remember those days with you, Willy, and Bubba. 39 days is a great start bro and I’m proud of you as well. I’m in Florida now but shoot me a message on Facebook at Nester Nation. I’d love to get your info and catch up. God bless homie and keep pushing forward. 💪❤️‍🔥

[@RaymondAkers-r3x]

@joenester9984 for sure Joe I'm so I'm sooo fucking proud of you man you give me hope cuz.

[@joefrisbie485]

Joe, I want you to know I've listened to all your songs for several years and they all hit me hard but this one 40 seconds in or so I had tears rolling down my face and it takes alot for me to break like that. Thank you so much for this song and all you do.

[@joenester9984]

Thanks bro that truly means a lot. I’m so grateful my music can make an impact like that. 🙏💪🏼

[@gtfirejamierages]

Same here it's a brilliant tune so true 👌 well done 🙏 I'm right here fighting this battle 👌

[@Smokedknight85]

July 24th is my 8 year mark and I'm forever grateful I found God and the rooms!!! I pray for anyone who's still struggling, but remember help is there if u can ask!!!!

[@johnnyray1299]

Going 9 years strong and I agree you have to at least put forth the effort and show up and see that you can't keep doing the same thing and expect change..! Just keep showing up and eventually time will pass and before you realize it you'll be the one sharing what had happened and being that example that you once looked up to the first time you stepped foot into a program not thinking you'd make it the day let alone a week, but looking back it'll be the best decision ever made...keep going forward never back let God in your heart and Love in you soul, faith to not let go because in the end you have one chance I mean one life to get memories you'll actually remember and be proud of..! Don't be ashamed of who you are, but be ashamed of what you don't do..! You gotta try to make it, look at your reflection and ask it if that's really you or the demon lying to you..! I love you for you and no matter what remember you GOT THIS..!

[@tiffanymonhead1142]

Im coming up on 2 years clean n sober this july this song really speaks thank you Joe Nester

[@thecampbellfamily8314]

So excited to hear this song we love you Joe keep being the voice for millions of people who are gone and for those are are scared to be their own voice 🙏❤️

[@joenester9984]

Thank you guys so much! Love y’all 🙏❤️

[@jameswilson6505]

Sure do miss Jamie Robinson I'm blessed I'm sober Nicely put Joey Keep shining with your brand of love Rest in Power Jamie

[@stroof3341]

Don't u dare think any less of them ...sometimes it happens to the best of them.....that part makes me cry every time thank u for this song Joe nester.....❤ from the author of colicchies helping hand by Steven roof.....and the diary of a drifter ❤

[@ToddBryan-ty4ph]

I struggle with ptsd anxiety and serve depression. I’ve listen to you for years. Days go by it gets harder when being homeless due to losing my job last year. I’ve thought about suicided many of times I’ve kept my head high for my kids and my wife.

[@sandraramsey1527]

Joe Nestor I can't stop listening to this song it's so amazing and it really tells my story and I can't believe that I am a normal person again. My boys are my life and after losing my husband in 2019 I have never been the same and the day my son found me it gave me a reason to live and now I'm battling endometrial cancer and I'm fighting for my boys. Thanks for the amazing music you are doing it really helps me get through every day

[@joenester9984]

Sending prayers and Love Sandra. God will bring you through this. Much love ❤️

[@sandraramsey1527]

@@joenester9984 I know God will help me through this rough time I'm going through right now and I'm blessed to have you with the beautiful music you produce cause you're music definitely gets me by each and every day

[@tylerstewart4408]

Thank you for this song I am 42 days sober again after my last relapse I love listening to yours and cooloochie songs.

[@DGxDecibel]

Tears in my eyes man, damnn. Started using drugs from age 13/14. Im now 25 and 3,5days sober again. Everyday is a battle but giving up is not an option 💯

[@joenester9984]

You can do it my friend! With God all things are possible.

[@SunflowerLover92616]

Can't wait to hear your new song...🎼❤☝

[@joenester9984]

Thankyou so much. I hope you all like it. 🙏❤️

[@devinriddle2491]

2 years 9 months and 6 days clean from meth and this fucking song man 😢thanks Joe fr fr man thank you

[@joenester9984]

That’s so awesome brother! Congrats 🙏

[@jesicagomez798]

Just Wow..I mean every word is how I've felt and still feel. Losing my sister to addition among friends and being a recovering addict myself..very powerful!

[@joenester9984]

Thanks so much for your support! We’re all in this together! 💪🙌

[@stevenroof5107]

I'm proud of you my friend 🙏 from the author of the diary of a drifter. Much love and respect joe🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@Timsvirturalobitual]

I just heard this song 🎧 and you are definitely a talented artist!! Thank you for sharing this… I hope you benefit from this as much as many of us who listen to this.

[@DaveRichardson-b9f]

I have been an addict. I've been homeless for 15 years.. I had no sense of being needed somewhere or wanted anywhere ... Till about 2 weeks ago. I woke up one morning. Was on my way to the dispensary with not enough money... Someone stop me and gave me a little bit extra cash I asked them if they needed help working on a job site and I have been here ever since I have a place to sleep I have money in my pocket. The things that I do for this the company are important enough to be needed.... All because I asked my higher power the day before and the day of meeting my boss..... For the ones who are still out there, please don't give up ever.....

[@melyssa222]

How are you doing now? Have you ever heard of deliverance?

[@DaveRichardson-b9f]

The program or the band ??

[@DaveRichardson-b9f]

But I was layed off and lost my JOB AGAIN. I'm homeless again in the snow to boot..... I must keep making strangers smile to focus on something other than how crappy life can get...if I don't focus on the lighter side of life I WILL feel too small and obsolete and right to getting high...like they say, "happens to the best of them"

[@chrisclayton2068]

Thank God for his beautiful grace I was on opiods for 7 years and on heroin for 3 years and now going on 5 months clean god is so very good

[@triton4x4Adventures]

💯 % real I feel every word what a great song keep it up bro🖤💛❤️👊🏿👊🏿👊🏿

[@DarleneDavis-e1l]

This is a very powerful song i struggled for years with addiction and it took me losing my father and i was trying to change and addiction beat me i started back using and until i was arrested and did six months in the county jail that I changed i am now 8 months sober and free from my demons and it was a long hard battle it is a constant battle to stay sober and free i can and i am for myself and my 16 year old daughter I have this addiction beat i am still standing strong and have a very strong support system that are there for me day or night. I pray for all those who are battling with there addiction that you stay strong and don't let it beat you!!!! You got this you can do it amen amen w🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@DarleneDavis-e1l]

Give it to God Almighty he will help you get clean and stay clean

[@zachprebe7379]

All of your music is inspirational Joe keep up with the great music brother!!

[@joenester9984]

Thankyou brother 🙏❤️

[@zachprebe7379]

@@joenester9984 you're welcome and thank you for giving us all hope through your touching words through the struggling times!

[@BrianBullins-k4m]

Thank you for that song , as a greatful recovering addict it hits home.

[@KanjiKakashi]

I needed this song because I recently relapsed on alcohol and everyone was so CRITICAL of me....I have felt very alone for weeks while trying to find a good AA group....this song helped me a lot. So thank you ❤

[@joenester9984]

I’m glad it could help Bridgette. I am so sorry that others judged you. That is not how it is supposed to be. We don’t shoot our wounded. 🙏

[@kaseyrose]

I used to be in active addiction but I’m now 4yrs sober and a friend of mine sent me this. It hits home for sure. But I didn’t go through any treatments I came clean on my own. I’ve been fighting everyday for 4yrs for it. But this hits hard for it

[@micheleroush3450]

Love it Joe, as always! You are speaking for so many and helping even more!! Much love & respect to you and your family. ❤️🙏

[@joenester9984]

Thankyou so much Michele for the continued love and support! You rock!! 💪🏼🙏❤️

[@micheleroush3450]

@@joenester9984 ALWAYS!!❤️🙏

[@robertferris5931]

I was one of the biggest pain med addict I have a serious back problems including spinal fusion and it got me I would do anything for it I can get it on tap targins endones vailys anything you can think and I'm now 5 months clean still have the back problems and need another surgery but I'm still going strong thank you Joe nester your music has helped me

[@joenester9984]

Wow man I can only imagine what you’ve been through but congrats on the 5 months! Keep going brother you got this! ✊

[@mis2271]

Im a meth addict whos in recovery, i lost everything i loved and nearly lost my life. This song is everything im going through right now, Most of my friends have passed, been murdered or commited suicide because of drugs wether it be heroin, meth or whatever drug it was. Thankyou for releasing this ❤ only road from here is a clean healthy one.

[@joenester9984]

Stay strong. I know it’s hard but you can do it! Much love and respect ✊

[@mis2271]

Thankyou ❤ i am doing the best i can

[@LandonMullican]

Joe i relate to about every song u sing. You are a inspiration to me and your songs hit me hard. Keep the good vibes and songs coming. Your songs help me made it through prison and addiction. Im now sober 3.5years.❤

[@joenester9984]

I appreciate the support brother. I’m glad my music can help. Congrats on the 3 and a half years! 💪🙌✝️

[@JGunz9191]

Recovering addict here what a beautiful song

[@joenester9984]

Thanks brother!

[@lisamariesklapsky-te9bp]

I have been sober 1 year 9 months and 23 days clean from heroin and meth and it feels so amazing

[@marindacarter9930]

Absolutely love this song. 🔥 keep up all the hard work very proud of you.

[@joenester9984]

Thankyou Marinda 🙏❤️

[@Kevin-jm9fd]

Joe Nester your music has made a massive change in my mind and in my life. Ty Joe. Blessings from me to you and your family.

[@jessicaspencer6167]

So much truth....if only people really did try to understand. ❤

[@joenester9984]

🙏🗣 💯

[@kristybarker924]

This really hits home.

[@lorettarodgers9215]

I'm excited about this song, Joe takes music to a while new level , love your music and what you stand for let's go

[@joenester9984]

Thankyou Loretta ❤️

[@lorettarodgers9215]

@@joenester9984 anytime

[@adam19831]

I was clean for 3years. Until tonight 😢 but i did it before and ill do it again. This song helpd me sooo much in those dark times. Im hopeful it can do it for me again. Thank you mate. Do a tour in Australia and New Zealand mate. Love to see you live

[@joenester9984]

Praying for you my friend. The enemy is always seeking to devour and destroy but God can always work it together for the good. 🙏💪

[@joefrisbie485]

I cant wait to hear this! Soon as it drops I'm listening. If it's like any other song you've done it will be a masterpiece! You make great music Joe and I hope you continue your music career, you've helped thousands of people and literally your music has saved my life more then once. Thank you!

[@joenester9984]

Thanks Joey I truly appreciate that brother 🙏✊

[@TygerPhillips-hm7id]

Joe ur music helps ive never done meth and after losing my mom and my marriage going down heal i started and it got bad where i just wanted to die and ur music and my husband bobby phillips aka tyger and god helped me through this and i have been a month clean i know its not much but im thanking god and u with ur music and my husband......ur music is really helping ppl keep ur healing music up ur helping and saving lives

[@richardthetroll6758]

8 year's quit cold turkey off weed, and meth.. dug a hole hiding from depression. Even pulled the trigger while the gun was to my head. It jammed, and gave me a second chance.. 😢..

[@joenester9984]

Wow man God kept you around for a reason. He’s not finished with you yet! 💪🏼✝️🙌

[@TygerPhillips-hm7id]

I know the addiction is hard and it's out there all over. And it's getting worse every day. Mainly the meth, and it's hard when you see your loved ones on it. And you get to see them detoxing and being a person that never was around drugs and never thought that they would ever do them. Losing a mother losing your marriage. You end up turning and doing a lot of things that you thought you'd never do. Jonester you're music helps a lot of people through They're struggles and painsand your music helps them listens of life along with the addictions of getting clean and how hard it is. Thank you again for your music. Keep up the good work and the healing.

[@lindakent9703]

Wow really love this song,I help feed homeless people but have been really thinking hard lately about helping people with addiction because I’ve been clean for 12 years,god has let me help homeless people for 10 years now and I think he wants me to help other people to get there lives straight

[@joenester9984]

God bless you Linda for what you do and congrats on the 12 years. 🙏❤️

[@billyvaughan137]

This song. I just found your music and man every word of this song and others hit hard at the heart. 20 Year addict 4 years clean and it’s still a struggle everyday. You always wanna go back to that true love of what u thought was your true love but when u look back and see how far u have came and what u lost 💯 too everyone

[@joenester9984]

Amen brother. Definitely grateful to be clean and sober now. Congrats on the 4 years and thank you for your support!

[@Cindy-qi5me]

Im a addict ❤ beautiful song

[@joenester9984]

I pray that God delivers you from that spirit of bondage. It almost took my life. 🙏✝️

[@dylanrobillard4215]

Thank you I feel so far gone and you just saved me

[@dylanrobillard4215]

I'm going to keep fighting

[@MatthewP955]

​@@dylanrobillard4215 U got this dawg call out too Jesus my brother.

[@lorettarodgers9215]

I know it's gonna be 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥💯💯💯💯🙏🙏🙏🙏💗💗💗💗

[@Kv030]

Cant wait. I enjoy all your music.

[@joenester9984]

Thankyou so much! I can’t wait for you to hear it 🙏❤️

[@badassbia3394]

Hey I’m here for this can’t wait much love to the Nester Family 🙏💕🙏

[@joenester9984]

Thankyou so much!!! ❤️🙏

[@badassbia3394]

I Love It Congratulations 🎉 Fam much love 💕 🙏🫶