Chris Motionless: "The truth is, bullying does hurt a lot"

The lovely Chris Motionless joined Sophie K backstage at Download Festival in our greebo gazebo. They talked about Chris' favourite TikTok trends, the phenomenom of Slaughterhouse girly pop dancing, the inclusive nature of Motionless In White as a band and a fandom, a new version of 'Scoring The End Of The World', and Chris' advice for fans who are experiencing bullying ❤️
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[@metalh3adqueen]

I sometimes wonder what Chris has been through in his life... with all this amazing standing up against bullying and for diversity and all the anger in his vocals. It's incredible

[@boomstickcritique902]

Probably got bad mouthed when he was younger because he wears makeup. Its considered cool when rockers in bands dress up and no one cares but when your just an average Joe who's a metal fan who wears the makeup and such you probably get called names by people like Fag and such im sure he has dealt with this kind of stuff before.

[@Nattapong69]

It's just virtue signaling. Standing up against bullying and for diversity is popular right now. So people do it to look good

[@boomstickcritique902]

@@Nattapong69 Hes been against bullying long before now dude lol.

[@Johnny3Batony]

@@boomstickcritique902 Yeah. But doesn't change the fact that what the dude said is true. It doesn't take away from his sufferings and bad experience.

[@boomstickcritique902]

@@Johnny3Batony Who said it did?

[@doyooncha]

Chris seems to be a wonderful person and he has such a beautiful message, I'm glad to be a fan of MIW

[@jessicamartinsson2052]

The way he talks about people being bullied is so true because I was bullied a long time ago in school because of me being different and acting different then them. So I feel happy when he gives advice to people who are being bullied and telling them to listen to their kind of music

[@haileyjuliasuarez6988]

Same I was bullied in middle school and high school

[@PaoriLePresident]

We're all different but the same. Stfu, get over it and live your life NOW.

[@bonnieralph5151]

I dont know what I like more his big dark brown eyes, them dimples or his voice. I could listen to him talk for hours. Chris Motionless is a fukin LION!!

[@BlanchestarlightUwU]

Brown or blue? I thought he had blue eyes?? Well, maybe he uses lentils. 🤔

[@bonnieralph5151]

@@BlanchestarlightUwU Chris Motionless has big brown eyes, I have seen him with blue lenses on also though. But no that LION'S got brown eyes!

[@douglasnowell4353]

I'm 61 years young and I love their concerts !!!!!! Awesome dudes

[@ellwie]

man I feel so bad about the whole tiktok video :( he was so excited. People are so fucking rude

[@LunarDemetria]

I freaking love this man and this band. I was bullied throughout middle and high school. And music was always my salvation when I had to go through it. I, as Chris said, went through it in silence, tried to show that it didn't hurt. When it was freaking painful. And when I discovered the MIW's music, I just heard the words that I needed so much. I literally found my home, my safe space. I adore MIW infinitely. Cause in this hell they are my paradise💔

[@jenniferwilson3115]

What a beautiful thing to say. I have been a fan of their music for ten years now.

[@VeroLeon28]

Have stuck with this band for so loooong because of what they represent & their music speaks so much to me 😭 I love chris so much such a genuine kind soul , I'm glad to have met him ❤️

[@miw24601]

He's the last remaining original member of the band.

[@ProfessorChambers]

"to create a safe space, u safe here and we're take care of you" that's so handsome and lovely ❤️ I know why I'm in love with this band.

[@deboraherskine8503]

Chris is incredible, honestly. We need more people like this in the world

[@bittumandal9425]

So polite, kind, gentle, down to earth. That's the reason why I love Chris Motionless

[@HeatherGates-n2c]

Chris is a great person and one reason why is because he saved me and other ppl

[@eliskaklasnova2703]

Hes such a pretty man i cant

[@englishmadcow7461]

My goth soul feels so at home at gigs n dorky dancing whilst singing my heart out. Music is such a special art for all to enjoy. Great interview. I like h 5:32 ow you n rock sound ask unique questions and a genuine rapport with bands, especially with Chris. Finally saw MIW at London and I wish they could tour UK more. Think my wheelchair n I will have to travel to attend the festival they're planning. I'm here for anyone feeling harassed or anxious x

[@motionlessinwhite2891]

I hope one day I get to meet Chris bc his music has helped my mental health so much

[@NotGoodEnoughTheory]

He’s really matured over the years. He seems so much kinder and more hospitable. Good on him.

[@creepylittlecreature]

I relate to Chris so much, I was also bullied in school and his music and everything he does says about bullying helps me so much :) I'm glad to be your fan, Chris

[@sadieb7543]

This makes me love him even more 🥹🥹🥹

[@lightningmonky7674]

Chris motionless is one of a kind and badass. As cliche as it sounds, i was so happy to find his music in high school cause i knew there were others out there who thought like me. And 6 years later im still a huge fan. Their song thoughts and prayers and slaughterhouse have incredible lyrics and are musically amazing 🤘🏻

[@Unusualxcatt]

Chris has a beautiful fucking soul, such a familiarity to it. I remember discovering the band years ago and so cool to see how far they have come.

[@pebb2378]

Their music helped me so much in my teens ❤

[@HeatherGates-n2c]

Chris has saved my life with his music 🖤

[@teresacuevas1680]

Keep speading love MIW! ❤❤❤❤

[@jherikaschleich9902]

I've met so many awesome people through this band.

[@SkullsandCrows]

This is a beautiful/wholesome video!❤

[@YessssssHazel]

Love this band and what they’re all about.

[@Brandon_Renegade]

I'm surprised she never asked him about what they plan on doing with the whole Masterpiece open verse challenge "Contest" since it's been over a year now since they posted it.

[@ladylightress5411]

It almost seems like the "contest" was an excuse for Dark Divine to become famous. They said it made their careers take off. 🙄

[@ReallyMuerto]

When I was younger I couldn’t comprehend the complexity of something like this but now I’m very grateful to have an open mind and to be able to appreciate a band like MiW.. Chris and the rest of Motionless are a blessing to this scene and for young people around the world. Goes to show how much of an impact you can have with such a big heart.

[@ina-sarahrother6296]

Gentle, smart, kind hearted, talented and so attractive . Chris is awesome 🖤

[@douglasnowell4353]

I love your family vibe, you guys have big hearts

[@Skarrz72]

The painful thing for me was being bullied by both of my brothers as a kid. Both of them trying to be my dad. LOL, what a hoot. I've discovered this band and a few others within the span of 2-3 months that have the screaming in the music. This was something years ago I didn't think I would ever listen to. Never say never. When I listen to this type of music and what I am currently going through, this music actually keeps me calm. I can't explain it. Would be great to see them in concert.

[@cynicalbeauty18]

I’m 33 and I still get bullied.

[@ellwie]

Why is that

[@alshamifans755]

I guess they don’t deserve you and my advice is ignore them they are nothing

[@QuestNation3221]

33 and still get bullied. You need to develop a backbone and learn to stick up for yourself.

[@teresacuevas1680]

Love your beautiful self because others like us love you

[@herpderpington6309]

I hope it goes away. Nobody deserves to be treated horribly

[@matttipton6009]

Seems like a cool guy and I’m glad I gave his and a chance after being turned off initially. Thoughts and Prayers brings it hard and I’m finding more of their stuff that I like!

[@vi2534]

He has a sweet smile ❤

[@princesaguarani]

This man is an inspiration 🖤

[@onelonenerd5373]

The ambulance in the background is the most British thing ever

[@chevyhargreaves9518]

chris motionless is a legend

[@jazzie857]

I love MIW, I really want Phix and Ekoh- Doomed on Kerrang radio in the UK

[@VeiLKayzen]

❤

[@3lluminatiii]

Okay. Well. He gave me a good impression in this interview.

[@BlanchestarlightUwU]

0:24 As a Spaniard, I really loved that!!! 😂😂😂😂😂

[@snaggletoothrnr]

Agree. I hated TikTok at first, but we eventually found a way to use it and picked up some decent followers.

[@user-pj4vj8pn2e]

Please add subtitles🥺🥺🥺

[@pinelybones]

5:30 NOT ENOUGH PEOPLE ARE TALKING ABOUT THIS WHAT

[@LOUANA-ov8zs]

⚘️

[@mauvegreenbriar5387]

I thought I was seeing things, but yeah MIW has become fem friendly, I hope the scene as a whole does this as well

[@charleschi843]

It’s not about changing the bullies, it’s about understanding your identity outside of yourself. Welcome to theology.

[@violinandersoon]

Omg 🥹🤧

[@kurambuz4200]

Hey! Creatures 🧑‍🎤

[@HarletRedmond]

Whats crazy is some of u on here if he wasn't famous you would still be bullying him but he's famous now so u love him. I hate bullying

[@josephversleys]

''There's no judgement towards anything about you, except when there is''. Now that's inclusive.

[@Pedaissance]

He lost me when he said they welcome everybody "except people who have beliefs or ideas that we don't agree with" lol. But that's exactly what the left means by "inclusion"! Crock of 💩

[@ryanbollinger1759]

@@PedaissanceInclusion means anyone regardless of their race, gender, or sexuality. Being intolerant of the intolerant is a positive thing. Fuck the alt-right.

[@kelseyrosecrans7750]

He is so hot sexy

[@LOUANA-ov8zs]

Amber Rose

[@BeaTsDiV]

Chris the same "ability" you have comes from God. Because at some point you had to use the gift of focus to learn to scream. Just like ronnie...and every early 2000s metal band. I mean it is a small world after all. But you were born with love and something stripped that away. Well that same something used anger to justify taking it. And someone else used that something to justify the same actions against the person who did it to you but you act like youre very familiar with that something Chris. Let it go. You really dont know that something and can never know, its his game. You're only love. Thats it. I love you Chris.

[@maddieswart3422]

he is cute guy 2:47

[@LOUANA-ov8zs]

Et Amel bent

[@peggymonsterwihetmonsterbv5043]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ withe men people 888 🎉🎉🎉🎉😂🎉🎉cand get withe men

[@itsCurtisAvila]

If you don’t want to get bullied, stop ripping off everybody’s sound. Simple.

[@BeaTsDiV]

If Chris decides to finally make music for his creator the one that loves him more than anything. Would you people still follow him into light? Let me tell you something he's on the brink, because sometimes the most lost become the most found. It's not fairy tales, a war is going on for every one of your souls, and non of you can defeat the fire. It was never your place.

[@Devik666]

Boo hoo that more talented people don’t get offered more chances to do these things I’d be happy to be bullied maybe in there shoes least one side of my life will be better 😂

[@PCSkate401]

So he says everyone’s welcome, aside from those you disagree with him. Lol. That doesn’t sound like “everyone” and very “inclusive” to me. Very hypocritical. You’re welcome to be a MIW fan only if you agree with their beliefs and opinions. 😂

[@MartiniScreamz]

Bullying sucks I used to get bullied as a kid it was the worst... bands like Motionless helped me through hard times Having said that I'm getting a bit annoyed by Chris lately. He's going on about inclusivity then he says there's a set of people he doesn't want at their gigs... probably just means people with a different political ideology and that's really sad and not inclusive at all. Metal is supposed to have a strong culture to keep it you know..METAL but everyone is welcome

[@wheaty39]

Yeah women are looked soooooo down upon. Spiritbox isn’t one of the biggest bands in the scene or anything..

[@codybischoff1010]

Spiritbox is also a serious outlier

[@brett-spangler448]

You named one band out of hundreds with female members. Courtney also is looked down upon and objectified online, as big as they are it happens. It’s on us to stop denying it and to shoot that shit down. If you’re sick of hearing about it, then imagine how it feels to be experiencing it:)

[@maigodied3226]

i'm gonna bully u for not doing more of creatures on your sets lol. literally the best album your band has and you did the first song off it and moved on to all this weird ass overproduced stuff you guys have been on. bring back heavy motionless in white please