Nicola Roberts - sticks + stones

[@geoffreycoulson2039]

I'm a 62 bloke .and she's singin the story of my life .thank you nicola roberts.

[@stevechristie2569]

What happened to you?

[@jimboswamps5602]

Stay strong my guy.

[@Lorna.Bowman]

Crazy good! I wish her album got recognition it deserved!

[@ivanperez4627]

I’m not sure if anyone will read this but this song means a lot to me. Last year was pretty hard for me, emotionally and this song is so cathartic and it helped me in my healing journey. I grew up in a toxic family (had to move to the US with an aunt due to financial situation and left my mom in Mexico) and according to what my aunt and her family made me believe I’m “the ugly” and “the dumb one” from the family and their words hurt me. I was 17 when I was so depressed and even tempted to take my life away. I even asked my aunt for help saying I needed to see a therapist cause I wasn’t ok and I was just ignored. I used to cry in my room every Saturday morning cause I didn’t want to be home. I wanted to be at school where I could be myself and feel accepted. Years passed and I thought I had healed those wounds but I had just ignored them and those memories kept haunting me. I started therapy in 2021. Worked on other issues first but it was until last year that I worked on those old wounds and Cinderella’s Eyes, specially Sticks + Stones helped heal my inner child. From feeling sad and crying to “said no to the shrink, I can fix me I think” to feeling strong and empowered to “can’t think why I could’ve made you so so angry, your bullet I don’t feel them come fire at me”

[@tawnlr6664]

Hey, I'm from Mexico Too. Sorry for what your family put you through. Glad you're much better now and that this gem of album has been helpful, kept you company. Hugs.

[@dodaTiffany]

I always thought she had the best live vocal in the band, and I am SO glad that she went solo. I LOVE her voice, and her red hair. I hate that she was called ugly, she is a beautiful woman and she deserves so much more recognition, not just in the UK, but world wide!

[@ricksallotment5923]

She has been overlooked for years. I'm delighted for her She will shine now. Beautiful

[@IndependentVictor]

I'm literally amazed by the theme of the song itself. How the hell could someone label this stunning beautiful lady as "ugly"? I really do not understand some people's criteria for beauty. This is one of the most amazing undervalued artists I've ever encountered in my life, and the aura surrounding her is just breathtaking. Her solo album is an absolute pop masterpiece in my opinion that was truly ahead of its time, both musically and theme-wise. Rock on Nicola. You're the best!

[@mathonitorke6764]

I sobbed reading this, because I think you are right

[@smcmullan995]

Happens every day people are just arseholes. Look at all the kids online with eating disorders or the young girls who've killed themselves because of receiving similar abuse. Think it was either Jimmy Carr or Keith Lemon I seem to remember were talking s*** about her being the ugly one in the group? I Always thought she was sexy but now understand why she wasn't so confident

[@ch4rlottekent9]

You believe every word she sings.... true, honest, raw, emotion.

[@SpellboundBySiren]

Such a voice, so exquisite … HOW IS SHE NOT A WORLDWIDE PHENOMENON?!?

[@Bleiss]

This song saved my life some years ago ♥️ her voice and history is truly touching.

[@jodie4747]

How anyone could ever call her ugly is insane, she's absolutely stunning! Who do people like Chris Moyles and Lily Allen think they are, they need to take a look at themselves.

[@malkin61]

Had no idea just how much this girl had suffered from the press. This is an amazing song, heartfelt and revealing. Truly stunning.

[@theedenstone]

Writers and songwriters create what they know, and experience. To think such a lovely woman might have been called ugly just amazes me. If she's ugly, I must look like I've been hit by a bus.

[@theoceansoul26]

she has such a pure talent it's not common nowadays This song is amazing and I love her lyrics

[@classixuk]

Wouldn’t it be amazing if the “Queen Bee” sang this in 2 weeks time on “The Masked Singer” TV show on ITV. Then the song, as sung by a lonely, but beautiful bee, resonated with the judges and the viewers, then shot to Number 1 in the streaming and download charts, finally getting the promotion and awareness it deserves! Such a beautiful song deserved more of ‘a buzz’ when it was released. We’ve since had the Greatest Showman etc. so I think the general public are ready to hear this with new ears, as sung by a lonely bee ;) Please make it happen! Please! Cx

[@s4tchm0j0n3s]

Classixuk Unfortunately that didn't happen, but I am here after seeing the end of the final. Immediately knew it was her from her performance. I've loved her ever since she did the documentary on tanning. Such a beautiful person and wonderful singer. Hopefully it raises her profile enough for another solo album at the very least.

[@KTJessica]

sounds like you knew all along ....

[@hanniffydinn6019]

I pray she gets a new album, she was way ahead of her time. Her first album is brilliant! 😍

[@garyforeverxxx]

this song is so deep and she is far from ugly id love to give her such a big hug shes so pretty i can relate to this song i can acc remember a few years back at school me and a few girls said that shes not ugly witch she is not

[@francesocallaghan1108]

What a beautiful song!!! Sung by a stunningly beautiful woman with the most beautiful voice...... Wishing her all the love, happiness and success that she deserves.....

[@MsLoopyLoops]

Literal goosebumps. I always thought she was SO underrated and underutilized in GA, and I always thought she was so beautiful. TeamGinger, Nicola

[@carlos_wrong]

Probably one of the most beautiful songs ever written. And how she delivers such a stunning performance with only her voice and emotions is just breathtaking. Nicola Roberts is one talented lady.

[@Jadiee121]

I'm 14 and think Nicola is amazing, Her voice is beautiful! Girls Aloud where my favorite band when i was little and i always said she was the best! She's natural and the rest of the girls were like barbie dolls. Also she has a perfect voice.

[@SylvesterArnab]

Queen bee!!!! The star of the show!!!!

[@charleneosifo9799]

this song makes me cry reminds me of being a thin teenager that didnt have the "top fashion" the rich spoilt kids had calling me ugly and fat ... describes how the bullies make people feel :(

[@vietn207]

This song touched my heart the first time I listened to it. That's why I'm here. Very moving lyrics and rhythm.

[@AdamBilliald]

I think that is a great song. Sung from the heart and shows us how cruel both the media and society can be. I think she's really beautiful both inside and out. X

[@MrGuypeters]

Cinderella's Eyes, a gem of an album....while her voice in this live performance is truly amazing, an amazing song it is too of course!

[@Amystudio]

8 years and I’m still waiting for another album. Love her to pieces.

[@thesovgc]

Coming on 11 years now 😢

[@jaimiekeating8615]

One of the most honest performances I've seen of anyone who's big in music right now, never mind out of the Girls Aloud women (They don't even come close!)

[@vanishabieber4520]

Wow. Absolutely AMAZING! She's incredibly talented especially when it comes to songwriting! And i can't believe people could ever call Nicola ugly! She's beautiful inside and outside and I love her so much! ♥

[@jo240291]

Where is the "LOVE IT!" button? I keep pressing the play button over and over! such an amazing voice and song!!! love it!

[@sierramartinez8005]

i can literally /feel/ every single word. gave me chills. she's amazing

[@crazyismynickname]

the bridge cuts me in two every single time. it's so ...raw...and so... ugh i just love nicola so much. she is amazing.

[@thesovgc]

It's jaw-dropping in its vulnerability and brutal honestly. Incredible! 🙏🏼

[@angelanorton9114]

Beautiful song, beautiful voice! Thank you Nicola...we need to hear more from you! ✌️🙏

[@lymenos]

Holy grail, that's a live version! And it's so amazing, just breaks your heart...

[@jaizon29]

My new favorite artist! and i'm from australia.. she is truly one of the better female artist from uk! she needs more recognition!!!

[@lindsaybenjamin452]

such a unique voice. Really deep lyrics. Like it alot.

[@baptiste9632]

I'm French and I miss your voice and your songs so much!!! If only you could realise a real audience (British but European too!) wants you!! You need to come back, Nicola! For us and for you, because you're very talented. You can assume a singer career. Don't be afraid.

[@72grif]

What such a huge talent, emotional, decisive output. I love her excellence, Miss Roberts was drawn a bad card with GA.

[@vulcanicspice]

Beautiful song, beautiful voice, beautiful girl.

[@margaretgreen3516]

God Bless Niccola. You are a beautiful person. Such a lovely voice.

[@vampiresatana]

this song is amazing, she is amazing

[@marcelonac]

she gave herself in this performance. That's so true. loved every minute of it.

[@xxLornyTunesxx]

Love this song, she is still the best singer of the five!!

[@somethingnew895]

my baby! Don't cry! What a beautiful song. My favorite on her album. It sums up the way she was treated as a member of girl aloud but look at her she is so beautiful. Inside and out.

[@MrSRyan26]

Everytime I play this song I can't help but hit the repeat button... amazing.

[@babswilkinson-main4736]

I championed Nicola from the start, so down to earth, and yes totally under rated, such Talent, beautiful girl, and Soul, and Ethics ... keep being YOU :) xx

[@lorienlegacies74]

have to admit while watching this video and hearing the raw emotions on her voice made me cry! but i love the song.

[@teekestit]

I absolutely love this one. ive always thought Nicola is the most beautiful one in girls aloud cause shes different. this one made me cry. well done nicola! atleast u've inspired one finnish girl. this is the only video ive even bothered to comment on youtube haha.

[@gemmie194]

Nicola Roberts was my favourite out of girls aloud and she is defo the prettiest one out of them, i would love to just to meet her just to tell her that and plus in a way with her music even with girls aloud, the music helped me through tough times at school, nicola roberts is my idol :D

[@alanphillips3581]

Beautiful lady and a brilliant singer

[@kuxt2673]

you are beatiful Nicola dont let anyone tell you otherwise

[@1976-h8m]

Nicola is not just super super talented but really she’s also a gorgeous looking woman, if only she knew this when these losers called her "ugly", biggest lie I’ve ever heard in my life. I’m so proud of how far she’s come and turned this pain into something really beautiful that many can relate to (including myself). Thank you Nicola!

[@littlemonsterchlo]

The sad thing is that this comes from Nicola's heart. It's all truth. You aren't ugly. You're beautiful

[@fencote]

BRILLIANT... she has a fantastic voice, i am now looking for her album amazon lol, better late than never.

[@trisha8219]

Brilliant song...you're amazing singer..

[@melissaa4052]

this song is amazing. Nicola has such an wonderful voice, very underrated. can't wait for album 2💝

[@lallybearx]

This is so beautiful. Nicola you have such a strong voice, dont listen to the haters! This song is so inspirational! #Teamginge

[@Smile99sonni]

So underrated. No one understands what she went through. Only she did

[@eeugemrc]

I love her so much.

[@THEailsaa011]

i'm proud to say that nicola was always mine&my sister's fave girls aloud member! she beautiful and not ugly,an amazing singer and songwriter too!

[@sssssantiagooooo]

Nicola, I see you as such a beautiful, talented and inspiring woman, I really can't believe you were told you were ugly, not even once. Thanks for your music, and thanks for existing, you're a breath of fresh air to pop music :)

[@labintener]

this song is so amazing i cant even find words to describe it. one of the best songs i ever heard. thank you nicola you are awesome and you're a saver

[@theedenstone]

Each time I listen to something from her, I never regret the time spent.

[@catzkirstxo]

i really love how you can tell how much this song means to her by the emotion when shes singing,i really know that feeling of being alone and this song really hits home to me,thank you nicola this song helps me through everything!,xx

[@ingfahrowlinghp5767]

this song make me cry.

[@brandonole551]

VIVA NICOLA...FLAWLESS N GREAT VOICE

[@johnroyce1551]

People can be so cruel sometimes, and for no damn reason. I hope this young lady finds her ginger husband she is looking for ( her words ) . Bless her, stay strong girl.. x

[@johnroyce1551]

The words behind this song will always haunt me, she must have some very strong will inside her. A lot of people wouldn't have coped. I surely don't think she would have coped without the 4 other girls..

[@Time_Line_Archive_Project]

she's poor on benefits now

[@stevechristie2569]

@@Time_Line_Archive_Project no she's noy

[@yamiladelcarmenzacarias9010]

Nunca me voy a cansar de escuchar esta cancion...La adoro!! :D

[@toysoldierivana]

makes me cry every time. Nicola and Cheryl are the best

[@brandonquiroz5498]

The most talented from the band!

[@kirkcapio3545]

Still listening to this ❤️ ugh so she's pretty and talented

[@ericaussudre2896]

Amazing song ! Stunningly honest !

[@BAMitzmia]

This is truly beautiful. i seriously need to buy her album. She should be so much more successful!

[@davidpoulton2860]

She is and was the most beautiful member of Girls Aloud.

[@CurlyHeadXxx]

She Is Perfect.

[@BeingAwesomeAllDay]

Just wow, I wanna hug her. Shes amazing and so beautiful.

[@Tipperary757]

Clear, strong voice. Powerful song. Bravo. Stay strong, you are needed.

[@MsDaniilou]

I love this song ♥ such a powerful song sung by a powerful voice :)

[@badhat63]

Pop ain't what your voice made for, sing the blues and watch the respect you get.

[@DementedButtHole]

That's why Girls Aloud was unique. It had a tinge of every music genre.

[@Georgia.J]

@@DementedButtHole Don't think you got the point. It was all about pop in Girls Aloud, that's why you never heard Nicola sing a line or saw her in a video unless she had dyed the ginger hair black. She had a good voice, the most unique but they made Cheryl 2nd singer after Nadine the power vocal because Cheryl was prettier. It was Sarah they expected to be the "sexy one" though, and she was at first due to the opening shots and lines of their first song. They were SO desperate to have a fit blonde(and all white line up) they rigged the vote and booted Javine out of the band. All they were was pop and image. They didn't see Nicola had talent, didn't care she had the most melodic vocal, she was pale and ginger so they pushed her to the back. Nicolas body was actually the best if you want to be superficial , she worked out the most and in "Long hot Summer" her body puts the others to shame. The producers saw THAT and put her in tiny shorts and she got some video time for once. So obvious. When she dyes her hair black she gets more camera time and sexy clothes too. When she is ginger and pale you don't see her, on the first song she is literally dressed in a woolly black jumper and you see her twice sitting under some stairs while the rest pout and twirl about.

[@maimohamed3590]

Miss her music ✨

[@Time_Line_Archive_Project]

I heard she's an alcoholic now. vodka.

[@dianato123456]

I love nicola

[@carolinasosa-ochoa3012]

Such a lyrical genius you are! We need new music from you asap! Wouldn't mind a little cherola or chimola colab tbh.

[@rhondah1120]

WOW this song is deep! Very good song!

[@VideoPrincess100]

I never knew her voice was that good but then how would I when girls aloud have songs like can't speak French I love Nicola and think she is the most down to earth out of the girls aloud girls and the most beautiful :)

[@minnieguu]

Wow never knew how amazing her voice was. Amazing and Beautiful!

[@missgamble]

Happy that she went solo, her music is great.

[@gillianscott111]

Bless her... she nearly cried at the end... Such an emotional, meaningful song... Everyone can relate to this song, I think we've all felt or been called ugly before... Nicola, you're brillan just as you are, never never change... :')

[@Georgia.J]

I actually think the constant abuse she received so openly has scarred her a little mentally, 😢 Im not at all surprised because looking back she really was targeted by horribly venomous cyber bullies. She always cries when singing this poignant song however and I think you have to stop looking back at some point. Nicola blossomed into an elegant beautiful woman, it was all downhill for the others because they were put on such a pedestal for their looks. Cheryl is a perfect example, she was adored nationally for her beauty but the moment she dared to age she was savagely pulled apart for looking so "awful " and my particular fave "resembling Michael Jackson". 😐 Yes, people really said that. I understand why it's such an emotive thing for her but she has witnessed her friend and colleague going through the most vicious abuse just like once did. How everything changes. She has the intelligence to know it's all just a farce. However I do think the media routinely bullying a minor for their physical appearance is a separate issue, the press should have to honour certain responsibilities when reporting about children and that's technically what Nicola was when the newspapers were mocking and deriding her. I just don't think that's acceptable. Sorry for long post lol!

[@DropmythiCalaxolotl]

this is amazing, Nicola has such a beautiful voice xxxxx

[@WaldorfWannabe]

I never realised she had tears in her eyes at the end of this video. OMG. She's so lovely :(

[@C.I366]

Her voice rocks

[@Belu013]

do more songs like this Nicola you rock

[@liamholmes9169]

quite an amazing and honest song.

[@BambiLovexx]

Her true voice comes out xx love you xx

[@shelleystevens2931]

beautiful.....

[@neoscencez]

This is music - Such raw honesty. Wow.

[@hotlips40004]

Wow, amazing voice(like i always thought!) but very underrareted :/ I was crying by the end :'(

[@Annetje2827]

BEAUTIFUL SONG !!!

[@annatippett5660]

Cant stop listening can really relate to words xx

[@labintener]

beautiful and so emotional. it's an amazing song and so truely written. i admire you nicola for the talent to put your pain and your experiences and thoughts in such a beautiful song

[@gillianscott111]

How could someone call Nicola ugly? She doesn't need to wear fake tan or lot's of make up.. Cuz she's a natural beauty... I wish I looked like her... :')

[@ForeverImo]

Whoever said she cannot sing, thinm again. Well sung Nicola

[@12lucas12]

amazing lyrics, amazing song...