FFDP's Ivan Moody - How I Got Sober... and Stayed Sober

Five Finger Death Punch vocalist Ivan Moody shares his road to sobriety and how he's been able to remain on the wagon for four-and-a-half years.
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[@ej2251]

I have 10 years clean and sober. I was a heroin addict for years, I used to shoot dope listen to FFDP. Now I sit here 10 years clean listen to Ian talk about his experience. This is amazing. Congratulations to you brother.

[@marier7336]

❤❤❤❤

[@Saltine87]

1 yr heroin free today!!....long way to go ....love u five finger!!

[@Mthom95]

Say what you want about ffdp but Ivan's sobriety story is inspiring

[@panterafanloco1600]

Nah, they're still shit

[@johnwilliams8130]

I don't think I want to take advice from this guy. I mean he said a relative is dying because he was wanting to get high so yeah no thanks. Lol

[@thewildhealer541]

@@johnwilliams8130 Then you haven't been an addict. Don't speak unless you haven't been in the fucking hell hole of addiction. You will lie to everyone, do whatever it takes to get the fucking fix. It's torment. It doesn't matter if it's friends or family who you are hurting. You are alone fighting addiction. It's a battle not many people can overcome, keep that in mind. 9/10 people who seek help and get methadone prescribed will never end up sober.

[@johnwilliams8130]

@@thewildhealer541 I completed a whole year of outpatient rehab for various drugs so don't tell me what I am. I don't know you and you don't know me.

[@sadhappy8860]

@@johnwilliams8130 By that you logic you don't know Ivan

[@PouringWithT]

I've been 35 yrs sober from cocaine. Literally my unborn child save my life. Found out I was pregnant and went to rehab. I chose my child. Never looked back. I love all my addicted and sober friends. We need to support our people through thick and thin. Thank you for making the music you do. Sometimes it's all we have to get through that 1 min of hell that continues day after day. I give you a lot credit foe taking that scary step to sobriety. You are worth, we are all worth it. God bless and many blessing. Tragic Truth one of my favorites.

[@Blicious6]

I had almost 60 days sober when I went to see 5FPD in concert here in AZ and I bought the tickets before I got sober. It was my first ever sober "activity" and everyone I was with was drinking. They were also trying to talk me into drinking with them, saying, "c'mon if you were a real friend youd have some shots with us." The obsession was not gone yet and my mind was racing but I wanted sobriety so bad! I just needed one person to tell me to keep going! Ivan was celebrating 1 year that night and he brought up sobriety. Asked if anyone in the crowd has less than 90 days and the band gave a signed bat to someone with just a couple days sober! Talk about a spiritual experience. I made it through and still sober today!!! I celebrate 4 years on August 25th!! Thank for your your encouragement, your service, and for carrying the message!!! I can still jam out and not be drunk!🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@theresaupshaw6074]

Oh man, reading this reading this brought tears to my eyes. Stay Strong girl. Having Ivan show what sobriety can be is inspiring. You're inspiring, never let anyone take that away from you.

[@Blicious6]

🤗

[@MaRoach7]

Doesn't sound like very good friends. Real friends would encourage your sobriety

[@Blicious6]

Lol ya, you definitely get pruned as your process through recovery!

[@sarahdavis5430]

sounds like shitty friends

[@cmharris2281997]

the fact that out of all their subscribers this video has only 17k views says how little people are willing to try to forgive or even listen to an inspiring story

[@diaperfang5293]

Its sad, people only care about the bullshit.

[@cathyjacumin8891]

So true

[@ivanmoody467]

Thank you so much my lovely fans I really appreciate all your support upon me. I will like to have a private chat with you on my gmail account

[@ivanmoody467]

@@diaperfang5293 Thank you so much my lovely fans I really appreciate all your support upon me. I will like to have a private chat with you on my gmail account

[@thomasjones6216]

​@@ivanmoody467 are you legit? Or are you a bot account?

[@rez50]

just saw FFDP on Saturday and Ivan talked about it on stage, loved it. He even rewarded some people for their sobriety in the crowd. Hits home for me because I've been sober for 26 months. Stay Strong

[@thewildhealer541]

Getting sober is hard. Super hard. I've been through that process many times. It's staying sober that's the biggest challenge and I respect everyone who manages to stay sober. I don't listen to FFDP but that doesn't mean anything, huge props to this guy❤

[@ferjam7489]

It's one of the hardest things you'll have to go through in your life, if you're on that road. I am, and am still trying to get my first day, again.

[@apinkjules]

@@ferjam7489 you will do it some day! stay strong and i’m proud of you for your effort already.

[@saschapelger8059]

did you make it and how long have you been sober? i stopped using alcohol and drugs 6 years ago, after about 8 years. The really crazy thing is that I was listening to a lot of 5FDP at that time and even more when I was in therapy. Especially the badass sound and Ivan's golden throat make me feel invincible. i only found out through "afterlife" that Ivan used to have a drinking problem, but suddenly it all made sense to me. he saved my life before he saved his own, HE IS MY HERO!

[@AndrewLemmings]

Get clean and sober is hard, but what’s even harder is maintaining that sobriety and clean time. I have 2 years clean from active addiction, though I will say there have been a few slip ups in there. But that’s part of the process for some, not all. I was on heroin and meth, and got clean. Found myself on prescription opioids, speed, benzos, seroquel and clonodine everyday for a year before I finally got clean for good. I was so sick coming off all that too. I had a steady supply cuz I had a doctor who would prescribe me anything I asked for. And then I had enough and wanted to get clean. I was sick and tired of being sick and tired.

[@ivanmoody467]

Thank you so much my lovely fans I really appreciate all your support upon me. I will like to have a private chat with you on my gmail account

[@roohamm2456]

I showed this to my Scouts. There at that age. I'm so thrilled that Ivan gave us all the reasons to stay clean! THANK YOU FFDP n Ivan!!

[@gladysmenjivar100]

Long ago he gave me a big hug and told me i raised a decent and wonderful daughter, we as humans go through so much and I’m glad he is doing good may the universe bless him and we’re going to remember him for his beautiful music and voice ❤

[@nicoletylersmith9026]

Glad he got clean . If anyone reads this that’s going through the dt’s and the body aches it will pass. I wish you the best please don’t give up!

[@ben7111]

Coming up on 7 years on the 19th. Sobriety don’t suck

[@chrissparks3254]

Awesome 😎

[@hollyfowlkes4184]

Thank you IVAN...I am 45 days sober and you know how hard it is to stay sober....you stop at the store to buy a soda and there is the beer cooler right there..and how easy it would be to just grab one and down it...or those little bottles at the register..Im at the hard part...everyday..but I just keep pushing thru..baby steps..So thank you for your inspiration..and your music...See you Saturday! WHITE RIVER AMPHITHEATRE ROCK ON! FFDP

[@ivanlmoody2312]

Hi beautiful fan Thanks for being an amazing fan I wanna thank you for your love and support showed towards me all this while, I want to let you know that your likes on my page have never gone unnoticed 😘😘

[@hollyfowlkes4184]

@@ivanlmoody2312 Much Love Ivan. Keep on keepin’ on! ❤🥰😘

[@ivanmoodymoody]

Hi great fan thanks you for being an amazing fan I wanna thanks you for your love and support good bless you more 🤟✊

[@ap5194]

Congratulations man, this is really inspiring. Quit drinking myself on the December 26th 2018. Best thing I bet did for my sanity

[@brianpinion5844]

im gonna take a wild guess and say you must of really did something stup id on Christmas

[@phatdayz]

as a fan of FFDP for many years im SO PROUD of Ivan Moody for this! and hes done what most people cant do Addiction is a monster and I wish in hind sight I had stayed away from certain things myself feel like I could of saved myself ALOT of pain.....But sometimes life brings theses things into your life to test you I truly believe that. I just wish I didn't feel at the time taking substances was the only way to escape my pain.

[@ivanlmoody2312]

Hi beautiful fan Thanks for being an amazing fan I wanna thank you for your love and support showed towards me all this while, I want to let you know that your likes on my page have never gone unnoticed 😘😘

[@ivanmoody467]

Thank you so much my lovely fans I really appreciate all your support upon me. I will like to have a private chat with you on my gmail account

[@ismenek.8099]

Great to see you back doing interviews again Graham, we missed you man 🤘🤘🤘

[@ivanmoody467]

Thank you so much my lovely fans I really appreciate all your support upon me. I will like to have a private chat with you on my gmail account

[@eyeball1999]

​@@ivanmoody467no

[@pedram8919]

It's good to see one of my favourite vocalist back🤘🤘

[@ivanmoody7496]

I Thank you so much my lovely fans I really appreciate all your support upon me. I will like to have a private chat with you on my gmail account

[@ddupy]

Personally, being through my father being an alcoholic, I know alot of the things that Ivan has been through to get sober. That said, I definitely like this Ivan better!! He slays it on stage! I'm proud of him being sober!

[@sharonscurti8024]

Wonderful interview. I love IVAN and I'm so so proud of him.❤️. FFDP live concerts are amazing.

[@ivanmoody467]

Thank you so much my lovely fans I really appreciate all your support upon me. I will like to have a private chat with you on my gmail account

[@MichaelDavis-si9bv]

I am a recovering addict, stoked my man is clean!!! \m/

[@jesse8711]

I am dealing with my own kind of addiction right now and going through some trouble with the law. To hear Ivan speak freely on his addictions and how he overcame them gives me some kind of hope. I have so many people that have already written me off and I know my words hold little to no weight to them so all I can do is let my actions speak louder from here on out. Thank you Ivan moody for being a role model and a class act.

[@EasyBreezy222]

So proud of Ivan,no one knows how it is unless they been there! One day at a time!! Look forward never back!! Proud of Ivan and everyone that's been there and got clean and stayed!! Love 5FDP!!!!🤘😊

[@Codakey]

Great words Ivan! Thank you! Honestly I'm 25 and a lot of my teeth are gone or damaged from chewing and obsessive drinking for years and had it's reasons. Started young and obviously Starts as fun.. But it turned into the tiring addiction journey. Just wanted to say your definitely not alone. Spread the positive message! Much love brother

[@Jennafur0309]

Hang in you can do it!!!

[@joelopez7197]

I drink 7 days a week! For 10 years! And iam all good! No teeth or aging! Lol...i guess I got bad ass genes!

[@ivanmoody467]

Thank you so much my lovely fans I really appreciate all your support upon me. I will like to have a private chat with you on my gmail account

[@ivanmoody467]

@@joelopez7197 Thank you so much my lovely fans I really appreciate all your support upon me. I will like to have a private chat with you on my gmail account

[@cedricl.marquard6273]

@@joelopez7197 congrats...

[@centermass4962]

Man it took yrs for me to realize that i was making more enemies than friends when i drinking everyday. Thank god for my girl cause she gave me the saving grace i needed when she got pregnant with my son. Nice job ivan on your sobriety bud. I know from experience its hard.

[@demongaming75]

The part when he talks about the smell now after his sobriety I can actually kind of relate to when it comes to vodka. one to many bad times with that but now i cant stand the smell and makes me gag. Ivan Moody im proud of you man and keep it up! love you guys and your music hope to see yall in concert one day :)

[@marier7336]

He sounds so much more intelligent and insightful than I thought. Impressive to make such a change and come out smarter and honest! Greetings from Sweden 😊

[@WarriorEsoteric]

Much respect to Ivan, I know a lot of people underestimate his intelligence because he’s in five finger death punch and has those aggressive sometimes meathead type lyrics but the man is very smart, as you can see he’s much more intellectual then most would anticipate, and like I said much respect to him for seeing his flaws and turning his life around for the better, the new record is great and has some incredible vocals and powerful moments, keep your head up Ivan

[@mjcolli]

This was truly an amazing interview and I’d like to thank Ivan for opening up that much. I clicked on this to just listen for a moment and ended up listening to the entire thing. Because he was honest.

[@troymcclellan9805]

This interview was inspiring on so many levels. As a paramedic, I sometimes get burned out by trying to take care of patients that do not take care of themselves. It was very inspiring to hear from someone who took responsibility for their own life and chose to change it for the better. Looking forward to seeing Ivan in concert next month in Chicago!

[@stillhere9728]

I’ve been sober for about 7.75 years and can honestly say that it’s the hardest thing that anyone would have to do. It’s more than just not drinking. It’s about relearning how to live and finding all the faults within yourself and either fixing them or finding a way around them. It’s about learning how to forgive yourself of all the ugly stuff in your past and making amends to those you’ve hurt. The alcohol/drugs are just a symptom of a much bigger problem within the addict that needs to be addressed.

[@ivanmoody467]

Thank you so much my lovely fans I really appreciate all your support upon me. I will like to have a private chat with you on my gmail account

[@baconsamichluver4576]

I can't really put into words what is taking over me but I honestly feel like this is consuming my life. I go to work on the daily at 0600 like clockwork no problem. Function throughout the day and no issues. The moment I get home I have a beer in my hand. If I go to my friend's house I drink that much more. My motivation and drive has disappeared. It is to the point I can't see a future. I have had a lot of obsicals in my life (most of them I don't feel inclined to disclose at this time). When moderate drinking was a part of my life things did not seem that bad but this has grown over time. A lot of this stems from me drowning out the past. The thing that kills me is I can't change anything that has happened but just need to process it. In all honesty I don't know what is to come but I want too make the future better.

[@stillhere9728]

@@ivanmoody467 I’m not sure the you are who you say that you are. There are a lot of shady folks online, but talking about sobriety would be fine.

[@stillhere9728]

@@baconsamichluver4576 I’m no expert on sobriety or what one should do to recover from it. All that I can suggest is what I did. I first started going to AA meetings and then sought out outpatient services from a reputable alcoholism/addiction treatment center. I had to dedicate all that I had left in me to keep myself sober and attending meetings and therapy sessions.

[@alfaman4113]

It’s so true about addicts told by therapist to get a pet. I was a herion addict for 12 years and when I got sober I was told to get a pet and stay away from relationship for a few years. I bought a kitten had him for 13 years then got another one which I’ve had it for 10 now and been sober for 22 years, a masters degree in ancient history and bought a nice big farm living with my cat, dog, three horses, 15 goats and 2 lamas, chickens and the many kangaroos that visit the property to feed on the left over grain and oats and shrubs and graze. Would you change a thing

[@douglassinclaire9968]

Proud of you sir. Cant wait to see you guys tonight.

[@floridawilldrown]

I needed this! I’ve been struggling for years after I relapsed. And haven’t had the right push to get me back. Thank you and congrats Ivan! Also congrats on being Cancer free brother!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@ivanmoody467]

Thank you so much my lovely fans I really appreciate all your support upon me. I will like to have a private chat with you on my gmail account

[@calebbradbury7521]

25 and been sober for a few months now from drugs and alcohol. Went to treatment and it's the best decision I made. Some days are hard but it's the hard days you get threw that make you stronger.

[@sassykaren7587]

I’m really glad that Ivan was able to beat his addiction, and seems to be on the right track now. I have noticed that FFDP’s music has changed since his sobriety, and for the better. FFDP has been my favorite band for years now, and I hope that I will be able to see them in concert one day. 👊🏻

[@sassykaren7587]

@@MFKR696 I know that I will always be an addict, but I was able to quit alcohol and pain medicine. I have been to classes before and I realize that I could fall off the wagon very quickly if my anxiety gets the best of me!!

[@dieseldabberdoug8285]

They just announced their tour dates! Florida is on there.

[@sassykaren7587]

@@dieseldabberdoug8285 ok good deal 👍 thank you for letting me know!!

[@dieseldabberdoug8285]

@@sassykaren7587 your welcome 😁

[@chrissparks3254]

@@sassykaren7587 He just announced he’s going to open a treatment center here in New Mexico. Pretty awesome.

[@sharireid2957]

So happy you have remained sober. I'm an alcoholic and addict in recovery. October will make 7 yrs sober. It's amazing when we see life thru sober eye's. Congratulations ❤️

[@Worldivanmoody]

😊❤

[@md8806]

best quote "People are best when they are few and far between." Charles Russell... Thank you for FFDP to keep me sane and work past the anger of people who care more about themselves than helping others to help yourself in the end.

[@ivanmoody467]

Thank you so much my lovely fans I really appreciate all your support upon me. I will like to have a private chat with you on my gmail account

[@carolfranks1350]

You're doing great! God bless you! I haven't had alcohol for 36 years and I don't miss it!

[@sk8erdude360flip]

Just got 6 months on the 1st and im celebrating by seeing FFDP live in Ridgefield next week. This interview is great. Im super stoked for the show

[@MetalClown1974]

Watched this awesome interview yesterday. I have a little over three years clean and sober. Congrats, Ivan on your milestone.

[@vicman1515]

Much respect for him!! It’s a very tough thing to do esp in his environment! Great job sir!!!!

[@windedjuggalo7646]

my mom knew this guy....... im sure she'd be pretty damn proud knowing how well he's gotten!!!!! :]

[@ivanmoody467]

Thank you so much my lovely fans I really appreciate all your support upon me. I will like to have a private chat with you on my gmail account

[@kushgirl4204]

I love Ivan and ffdp! He has changed now that he is sober. Ivan if you read the comments I am so very proud of you!

[@Worldivanmoody]

Really

[@ivanlmoody2312]

Hi beautiful fan Thanks for being an amazing fan I wanna thank you for your love and support showed towards me all this while, I want to let you know that your likes on my page have never gone unnoticed 😘😘

[@dustinszarell8917]

I HAVE BEEN 15 YEARS CLEAN&SOBER, WHAT A TRIP, QUITE A JOURNEY!! BRAVO IVAN!!

[@zoomin9397]

great to see you back graham!

[@ivanmoody467]

Thank you so much my lovely fans I really appreciate all your support upon me. I will like to have a private chat with you on my gmail account

[@slurmtastegood]

im now on rehab and have been finding power from 5FDP music especially from LIFT ME UP when i heard u say Rob Halford helped you to get trough it it confirmed me that this song is about this hell.. its my 12th time in rehabilitation and i have been exhausted every f****n time in here but not this time cause now i really hit the real bottom not midsole... NOW I HAVE THE ANSVER, I CAN TAKE THIS PRESSURE, I WILL TURN THIS ALL AROUND have been thinking getting some ink related to the band and the song on my 1yr sobriety day... bad luck i could not get tickets on your gig that is soon in here finland but next time i will and then i got the ink on me!!! your music have given me this power to really know i can get trough this for good

[@michaeleclarkpittman]

You're now in a position to lead by sobriety and thats inspiring. Youve been chose from a higher power to lead the pack and prove its possible.

[@Elariana_Cosplay]

I haven't really experienced his downs because I'm a new fan, I only saw some videos. Listening to him about how bad it was is really hurtful, even for me so I am really happy that he had that moment of realizing that he had a problem and now staying sober. Otherwise I and many others wouldn't be able to enjoy new music from this band - or see them live. Next year is my first FFDP concert and I am really looking forward to it!

[@ivanmoody467]

Thank you so much my lovely fans I really appreciate all your support upon me. I will like to have a private chat with you on my gmail account

[@ivanmoody467]

Thank you so much my lovely fans I really appreciate all your support upon me. I will like to have a private chat with you on my gmail account

[@ryandubyah2345]

WOW that was emotional for me, as it was incredibly relatable apart from being in the impossibly pressurized face of fame. I don’t give a shit about anyone else’s opinion of him but I have enormous respect for the man. I highly doubt that Ivan would see this remark but either way he’s inspiring as hell to me. As someone who is entering a recovery program in 5 days I’ve been moved by his recovery, his inspiration and his philosophy about living a sober life.

[@zanpaktou9]

Absolutely beautiful, mad respect for Ivan, his power to face his struggle and his understanding of what addiction means and it's unicity because each one of us is indeed unique thus our mechanisms of addictions are as well. Great man!

[@1119-UK-Tech]

Totally respect to Ivan , you are a true inspiration and I absolutely love your dog

[@crystalmeehan5432]

So Proud of you Moody!! Keep it going, you got this!! I would love meet you in person as I love how real you are. I know it’s one in a million shots but I will see y’all in IN come November. It can’t get here fast enough!! 🤘😎🤘

[@ivanlmoody2312]

Hi beautiful fan Thanks for being an amazing fan I wanna thank you for your love and support showed towards me all this while, I want to let you know that your likes on my page have never gone unnoticed 😘😘

[@cathyjacumin8891]

Congratulations on your sobriety. You are a better Person for making a Positive impact on your life.

[@ivanmoody8792]

Thanks my dear 😍

[@industrialinsanity7347]

I got an album cover I forgot I had and when I was listening to this I hung that poster up and let it shine , And justice for none , July 18 2018 is when i meet Ivan moody, and I have yet to meet you again brother !

[@notlad616]

Truly amazing I love Ivan and the band his music helped me through a difficult time and I’m grateful for all that he has done

[@ivanmoody467]

I Thank you so much my lovely fans I really appreciate all your support upon me. I will like to have a private chat with you on my gmail account

[@chrissparks3254]

@@ivanmoody467 Moody would probably kick your ass if he knew you where making a face account in his name.

[@carloshacer4440]

BROTHER. ☠ I do thank you for all you have given to the public and to learn you are sober 4 and half years , you are my brother, luv and thx for the music. Best remake of House of the Rising Sun ever, especially the video with the death Rangers. I pray to my God with that video twice a week at least.

[@dieseldabberdoug8285]

Ivan, I doubt that you will ever see this, but you getting sober is what I credit for my sobriety. Damnit if you could do it, I had no excuses why I couldn't!

[@ivanmoody7496]

I Thank you so much my lovely fans I really appreciate all your support upon me. I will like to have a private chat with you on my gmail account

[@dieseldabberdoug8285]

@@ivanmoody7496 that would be awesome

[@Sara-ux8rb]

I am definitely not a rock star, but I relate to so much of this story about addiction and recovery. Right down to starting drinking at a young age! Thank you for sharing your story with all of us!

[@ivanmoody8792]

You are welcome 😘

[@ivanmoody467]

Thank you so much my lovely fans I really appreciate all your support upon me. I will like to have a private chat with you on my gmail account

[@ivanmoody467]

Thank you so much my lovely fans I really appreciate all your support upon me. I will like to have a private chat with you on my gmail account

[@tabithajackson7758]

Congratulations Ivan on sobriety. I wish my brother in law would get sober he lives a miserable life and he is trying to take me and my husband down with him. I am in a support group for family members of alcoholics

[@Radowitzki]

He is not trying to take you down. He is trying to get a hold of something. Empathy, princess!

[@robertredmon6387]

I've never seen them or met Ivan moody but I'm damn proud of him for getting clean it takes tremendous amount of courage to face and addiction I've been clean and sober for 14 yrs

[@ScorpionScorn]

I am 2 years and 2 months thank you for all you do and putting yourself out there to help all of us commoners ❤️❤️❤️ You are such an inspiration to me !

[@williammeeks4450]

That was a beautiful reference during the concert with your sobriety and making note of this, creating a more personal experience for those in the audience in Ridegfield WA 08/19/2022.

[@Hope13202]

Congrats Handsome Ivan & Thankyou for everything y'all do for everyone, but mainly for me. Because your music has touched my heart mind soul in a way that hasn't happened in decades (seriously) Keep Up Spectacular Job Be Safe Warm Many Blessings Prayers for Y'all 💖🍀🙏🇺🇲💯

[@Bassgangvt]

FFDP got me into metal, and I will always respect them for that.

[@seximexi5820]

You must be young if these guys got you into metal.

[@Bassgangvt]

@@seximexi5820 they got me into metal 5 years ago dude. I was 12

[@seximexi5820]

@@Bassgangvt figured you were young. There's so much metal.

[@Bassgangvt]

@@seximexi5820 I listen to deathcore now.

[@seximexi5820]

@@Bassgangvt That's what I'm talking about 🤟🏼

[@marleneg7794]

Loneliness is why we go back so when I got Queenie my Shi tzu I got my life back

[@chrissparks3254]

Loneliness sucks. Definitely a reason alot of us go back out. Glad you got your life on track.

[@ivanmoody467]

Thank you so much my lovely fans I really appreciate all your support upon me. I will like to have a private chat with you on my gmail account

[@ivanmoodymoody]

Hi great fan thanks you for being an amazing fan I wanna thanks you for your love and support good bless you more 🤟✊

[@itsjustlyle]

I met Ivan on 5FDP's first tour of Australia, in Brisbane, and even though he was drinking at the time he was far from an alcoholic at that point. He was friendly, kind, polite, genuine, fun, funny, and generous. We hung out til like 2am, swapping stories and just talking about life. Knowing he's normally not much of a social butterfly, I'm so incredibly thankful that he chose to interact and spend time with me. Ivan, if you happen to see this, I know I've said it before but it really meant the world to me. Love you bro, and hope we can hang out again someday ❤

[@whodunit6941]

Great stuff here!! I’ve been sober 9-1/2 years, reach out, talk & be true w/ yourself. Great words from Ivan, 1 step/day at a time

[@scottiematthews5932]

Congrats man! Ive got over 5 years now and it was one of the greatest decisions i ever made 🤘 so grateful

[@juliesorrels3158]

Everybody needs support, a puppy is the best ❤ I love the bold honesty❤

[@joshbutler25]

Love hearing people find sobriety .. Good for you Ivan ...! May you live a long and happy life and keep rocking out brother

[@yvonne5074]

Well done Ivan you are doing fantastic. I to have been clean now for 5 years it's hard as you know but I do it

[@ivanlmoody2312]

Hi beautiful fan Thanks for being an amazing fan I wanna thank you for your love and support showed towards me all this while, I want to let you know that your likes on my page have never gone unnoticed 😘😘

[@ivanmoody467]

Thank you so much my lovely fans I really appreciate all your support upon me. I will like to have a private chat with you on my gmail account

[@ivanmoodymoody]

Hi great fan thanks you for being an amazing fan I wanna thanks you for your love and support good bless you more 🤟✊

[@robertnewsome3739]

It will be 10 years in September I've been sober. I have slipped a few times so I don't really know where to start counting again but I'm sober now. I agree it's not easy. God saved me from it.

[@ivanmoody467]

Thank you so much my lovely fans I really appreciate all your support upon me. I will like to have a private chat with you on my gmail account

[@jawnsolo0]

5FDP was the band for me and my group of friends after American Capitalist was released. We listened to that album non-stop. Road trips, parties, just hanging out. Death Punch was our band. We all came from rough backgrounds, but a few of those friends had it worse than all of us combined. We all smoked weed and drank to deal with our shit. Unfortunately a few of them turned to heroin and have since passed away. It was a slow and painful process watching the people I found my identity in slowly wither away and become completely dependent on opiates and the lives they were living to get their fix. I’m grateful to see Ivan doing well these days. Every time I listened to End This Way, or any Death Punch song for that matter, but especially that one, I’m taken back to that last summer we all spent together before it all went to hell. I wish they had something to hold on to that could’ve gotten them through it.

[@darrencartledge6530]

Total respect for this guy,love or hate death punch,alcoholism is a massive problem and most don't know they've got it till its too late,some just party and pass out,others like Ivan would often get violent and angry when drunk.heres hoping he keeps on the sober path.

[@ivanmoody467]

Thank you so much my lovely fans I really appreciate all your support upon me. I will like to have a private chat with you on my gmail account

[@samharper8293]

@IvanMoody Much Love and I’m very proud of you! I truly mean this because we are now brothers in sobriety, and I know how much it means to hear this from your loved one’s and especially strangers you’ve never met before who take the time to tell you Great Job. This Halloween will be 23 years for me, and I can tell you it gets easier year by year. You can one day say it will be 23 years as well. Again, Congratulations! Much Love & Light to you, and let the light of sobriety shine on your path always. 🔥🔥

[@ivanmoody467]

Thank you so much my lovely fans I really appreciate all your support upon me. I will like to have a private chat with you on my gmail account

[@carloshacer4440]

I only discovered this band last year thru the internet. I had to wonder if this guy was in recovery. Not that big a name, 5FDP I have been deep into Zeppelin since 1979, Sabath (w Dio) and Tool since 04. That's the holy trinity of big-name metal. 5FDP is better than best, I really love these guys like a fucking lizard shaman. I just learned about this guy's retirement announcement. Ivan you can hold a candle to Dio, Plant and Tool is, well, is over for me now, kind of lost interest after their last and well your work took over, you're the King. Yall are as a band, the KINGS of metal, real-death, true-word. I know PTSD deeply too. BIG love for you brother, now that I know you are sober, I don't want to bare knuckle to the death with you when I see you on your videos, (just for fun, I would go down in the first, no worries). Seriously, Ya'll (5FDP) have THE pain cry, pure rock n roll is the blues and you got to live the blues to sing the blues! Ivan has helped me like a sponsor and i am not even in that program. God program for the wounded maybe? Stay sober, quit the life of the frilly fru fru rock star, love your kids!!! life is a war zone just as is, might as well take the pain, might as well be in touch with the sunlight a duh spirit on the battlefield of this shit hole called earth, muther fukin earth

[@brandonbee3956]

Man… the amount of hate here, if you don’t have anything good to say, just shut up lol. I get it, 5FDP isn’t no prog or death metal technicality but damn, give the guy a break. Good for Ivan for getting sober. Hopefully it inspires others to do the same.

[@slaythembeforeme]

Oh boo fucking hoo

[@anthony_long12]

@@slaythembeforeme boo fucking hoo if you don’t like ffdp or Ivan why even bother ???

[@michellehoneycutt2522]

I'm so very proud of you! I've been sober for a few years now God bless! I love all of your songs!

[@pstx2816]

Both Ivan and Philip Anselmo were my inspirations on getting sober. I glad both of them surpassed their goals

[@noahbaker8387]

Keep up the amazing work. Good to have you around and your music.

[@AndrewChervakproducer]

I am 18days alcohol free. Thank you for your openness during this interview. It is amazing to finally realize that there are other people who are the same as me. That I am not a bad person.

[@darkseid2021]

Thank you Ivan. Saw your show last night in Albuquerque and it inspired me to sober up. I believe... No, I KNOW it's the reason for my anxiety and depression, and perhaps why I left a good job the day before the show. I'm now going to take advantage of the time I have to clean up and find my true self by including exercise, better diet, less caffeine and sugar (stimulants), as well as starting anxiety/antidepressant medication this week. Prayers to all going thru the struggle 🙏

[@courtneyhumbard9156]

So proud of him!

[@ivanlmoody2312]

Hi beautiful fan Thanks for being an amazing fan I wanna thank you for your love and support showed towards me all this while, I want to let you know that your likes on my page have never gone unnoticed 😘😘

[@davidlewis6928]

Thanks for sharing Ivan. I needed to hear someone say it. Someone I would listen to anyway. Thanks.

[@stuartnicklin703]

This is great. On 19th November 2023, I'll have 2,000 days of Sobriety. Hard shit to get through but well worth it.

[@christinehochstein6528]

Congratulations Ivan i would pat you on the shoulder everyday. Keep up the good work your worth it. I say this on almost every post i comment to but remember your not ever alone.❤

[@TheCountrymusicfan35]

I have the most respect for this guy ❤️‍🔥and the rest of the band ffdp 🤘 always

[@ivanlmoody2312]

Hi beautiful fan Thanks for being an amazing fan I wanna thank you for your love and support showed towards me all this while, I want to let you know that your likes on my page have never gone unnoticed 😘😘

[@ivanmoodymoody]

Hi great fan thanks you for being an amazing fan I wanna thanks you for your love and support good bless you more 🤟✊

[@SpiritSeekerSue]

Ivan is such an inspiration 🙌. A great, genuine guy!!

[@Stay_mfcker]

Life is so much better sober, when you have abused everything and everyone around you, some of us are lucky enough to get sober. The only other outcome is death. Great interview Ivan, keep on keepn on bro.

[@mikemccormack4341]

I’m so happy Ivan got sober, so thankful I am to

[@warrenwells8905]

"Life is amazing...people suck" Very true!

[@missmirtha3249]

My greatest respect and admiration for how strong it has been all this time. I love him so much 💪😍❤💙 BoBo!! 🐾🤍🐾

[@danamesarchik3633]

Ivan glad to see you are on the path again. Having two alcoholic parents that couldn't quit until they died I realized it was more than just a choice to drink. Stay strong and surround yourself with good people in your life they will help up stay on he right track. Look forward to seeing you Tuesday night at Shoreline.

[@chrissparks3254]

Ive seen 5FDP 3 times once at Rocklahoma 2014 and what a great time. Every time has been 1 big party. So awesome live. I have never seen them sober. I have 5 years of sobriety now and cant wait to see them sober.

[@chrisdobbin5834]

There's a damn reason Chris and Zol stood by his side that is his family away from home and actually have faith in their front man.

[@karenjernark4297]

Thank u, Ivan!! Ur story is amazing and it brought me hope. I've been free from drugs for about 9 months now, and every day I get better!! Hearing your story makes me realize how much all of US are definitely worth saving! Keep on rocking for all of us!! Love u all much!!

[@ivanmoody467]

I Thank you so much my lovely fans I really appreciate all your support upon me. I will like to have a private chat with you on my gmail account

[@tammyjo4082]

Thank you Ivan! This helps so many! All my love to you!

[@baylovegacha3578]

Mad respect for Ivan it is so hard I've tried for years and still trying I lost my whole family because of this but still trying

[@toddmiller9157]

Ivan you are the reason I decided to get sober! I will have 8 months on September 26! I checked into a residential treatment center on 2/2/22

[@goddessgames6626]

Ivan u are amazing in every way possible 💙🤘. U have taken ur experience and what u have learned, and u try to help everyone else along the way. I swear that i cant go ONE DAY without listening to AT LEAST one of ur songs. Its helped me get thru my daily struggles..i have severe health issues, as well as fighting depression from being married to an extreme narcissist. U and ur band help me every single day. I cant live without ur music (as dramatic as it sounds). U put ur whole life into ur music and so empaths like myself, can really feel the emotions u go thru everytime u sing ur songs 💙🙏. Thank u so very much for putting ur life out there to help everyone. I cherish every song and im always cheering u on before and during ur sobriety 🙏💙🤘💀. Keep doing what ur doing plz. I am extremely proud of u and im so happy for u. Keep the songs coming!

[@ivanlmoody2312]

Hi beautiful fan Thanks for being an amazing fan I wanna thank you for your love and support showed towards me all this while, I want to let you know that your likes on my page have never gone unnoticed 😘😘

[@ivanmoodymoody]

Hi great fan thanks you for being an amazing fan I wanna thanks you for your love and support good bless you more 🤟✊

[@katerulez]

I am proud of you Ivan! Keep up the fantastic work. 🤘 Much love 💕