Social Distortion Don't Take Me for Granted

[@_Jesse-James_]

I'd like to dedicate this song to my little brother who took me to a social distortion show months before he took his own life. Rest easy Casey, I'll see ya soon.

[@ilaboratnobatinzekilash2890]

Jesse Strandt so nice

[@theresadestiny3523]

+Jesse Strandt Sweetie I'm so sorry hun but that was truly beautiful that you dedicated this song to him! God bless you hun. Xo Again im so sorry💕!! Xo

[@BMXunion1]

Jesse Strandt Im sorry for your loss man. shits rough and I dont got any words too help sadly. but I know what you mean being a big bro and losing a lil sibling to suicide I lost my sister. we use to jam social d all the time. Just gotta remember the good times. may your bro be at peace.

[@inga-lilljohansson4663]

Srv

[@odinp]

Perfect. Sry for your loss. Sometimes the pain is to great. I empathise with Casey.

[@Oneputtman1]

To me Ness is the ultimate street poet, every song hits you right in the chest. He is a good example of how you can be tough as nails and still have a heart full of emotion.

[@jamiew.lacroix7055]

One of the absolute greatest songs by the greatest song writers ever. Long Live Mike and Social Distoryion.

[@elijahgibran7569]

"Im the dreams you had walking down railroad tracks," one of the best lines ever written.

[@imnotanalky]

This song often makes me tear up while the windows of my car rattle as I drive down the road. Thank you for this small piece of poetry Mike!! ❤️❤️🙏🙏

[@JohnnyDarko01]

My favorite social D song and honestly one of the best songs ever written

[@barmyleavis]

you know the first rule of the internet, don't feed the trolls .

[@RCraig-ly7wx]

Johnny Darko Word

[@jimbreagy8202]

I agree! My favorite Soc D song

[@lukewymer6324]

Has everything great about the classics with a little age and wisdom tossed in. You may be right. Definitely a contender.

[@penumbispumbis2020]

Definitely the best!

[@tashamobley6202]

"I'm as strong as a thousand armies, I'm as soft as a pedal on a long stem rose. I am love" This has kept me going through the hardest times.

[@kokovanbuschbach1303]

Tasha ...You get it!! :-)

[@RhythmGrizz]

*Petal

[@ballsonyachin420]

Reel big fish - Beer did for me lol amongst others..

[@YodatheHobbit]

Yep.

[@narxwu8976]

This is the BEST Lyrics I've ever seen.

[@baxta23]

Pack of smokes and a six pack, man does that one little line bring back so many memories!

[@Oneputtman1]

This song sends chills up my spine. It can never be played loud enough

[@thomasgallagher7410]

One of the greatest songs of all time. Rip dennis

[@jennifurzoe1302]

My neighbors now enjoy it.

[@jasonmorris3533]

@@jennifurzoe1302 that's THE way to share rock n roll 🍻.. LOUD AF

[@scottevers8425]

As I get older and I lose more friends to bad life choices..this song becomes a lot more meaningful

[@patdisaster8543]

Talked to street vato a month ago...we don't owe each other a damn thing but we got high together....well he's gone .....it's his mother and daughter that suffer,....and his carnal.....we all gotta go one way or one day.

[@patdisaster8543]

@Final Del Túnel no ....yo te mi onda' punkero...de los ochentas muy tarde.. ....rockero...siempre...ya se que de asdas hablado.... no ....si quen sufre ...la familia.....no es de onda' sin respecto....la vida...que estando ....eslpicar.....soy del sur Tejas hablo de Frontera ....me escapan palavras....mucho jale en El Mundo...pa usar.

[@devilsoffspring5519]

Look at the bright side, after you get really old, you'll stop losing them to bad life choices, and start losing them to time :)

[@wesleymahan5903]

i got a friend in ICU right now, people dont know when to stop.

[@vonsvinpals]

Rip my friend. Always and forever brother. Loyalty&commitment.

[@brentboere5304]

Social distortion always makes you feel better while going through hard times. Preach it Mike Ness!

[@sociald4515]

I've been listening to Social D sense 1982 and still go to there concerts to this day. I grew up in Orange County California were Mike Ness is from and went through the punk rock scene and a lot of similar things he went through. It a beautiful thing to see the change and growth of Mike Ness over the years and you can see in there music as well. There change helped me change and be better man as well. Thanks Mike..

[@jordanbernard6590]

Angels wings wats the name Nikki or something

[@theirishguy3400]

This is by far one of the best songs out there. This is the song that introduced me to social distortion, and reamins one of my all time favorite songs.

[@TheSp9094]

Don't take this band for granted get the fuck out there and see them live they are touring soon, they put on a hell of a live show youll be happy you did

[@LeaHavoc]

TheSp9094 They are fantastic live, Mike Ness still has it!

[@nothaks7250]

I'm dyslexic :)

[@michaelpeterson5790]

+TheSp9094 They're a religious experience. I took my kids (13 and 10) last year and they were in the front row and they swear that they'll never miss a concert of theirs.

[@RCraig-ly7wx]

Knoxville, TN on 8-18-2007. !!!

[@RCraig-ly7wx]

I'd like to also dedicate this song to my dad. Or "Old Man" as he liked to refer himself to. Howard Craig Jr. 1935-2007.

[@jakesnacks1149]

Bet he was a great guy ❤️

[@MrRlltide]

R. Craig my old man is an old Navy man, (Vietnam era) and loves Big Mike

[@a.pinochetvoltac.c.c.7798]

Nice... God bless him.

[@matthewcoase6127]

He'd feel blessed

[@in2mu5ic]

Mike Ness = Heart, Balls, and Talent

[@thesanitizer1682]

in2mu5ic Mike ness is the shit u have the power to change people there think you

[@elyssialinkwade7161]

Mike Ness is real as real can be. I'm truly in awe of his energy every single time i listen to Social D. I've been a fan since the first time i ever heard them as an angst fueled teenaged loner. #spellboundfromtheveryfirstsong

[@soundmoneystacker2787]

in2mu5ic yes sir indeed

[@NIRVANAmat]

I’d replace “talent” with skill. Just to give him credit where it’s due. But that’s just me being particular. I agree ;)

[@briannag.3208]

RIP Charlie Quintana. You will be greatly missed. Brent Liles, Dennis Danell and Charlie Quintana.... gone but never forgotten.

[@ialsolikethecfl7151]

I saw Frank Turner open for Social Distortion in Tucson. The most incredible show ever. The courage that this music contains inspires me. Courage to everyone listening.

[@jenniferarre6823]

That's a great show....super jealous. I'm pretty stoked for SD & Bad Religion 🖤❤️

[@beckylippa9821]

I f*ckin' love this song. This live version opened it up for me. My dad's name is Dennis. This year for Christmas he wrote me a special note. Basically, no coincidence. Despite all pain and struggle, we are heart in heart and always will be. THX, Mike Ness. One of the best storytellers IMO and a solid instrumentalist to boot. ❤️

[@greatwelder]

What he said at the beginning sums up my friendship with a lost friend. When everything was falling apart you count on old John to help you out...

[@Mr.Korzack]

This is probably the song that convinced me to fall in love with this band, to have that punk rock mentality while sending off a close friend and practically brother at the same time, and all with his own signature style of sound - Mike Ness is the USA's Lemmy Kilmister

[@metzergenstein6980]

+ParasitePostill Mike Ness is the US Lemmy...well said man..

[@manuelmonarrez359]

beautifully said.......

[@clayface0187]

every few months I slightly ignore these guys, and than one of their songs pops up on my enormous playlist, and its exclusively social distortion for a week strait thereon after. This has been going on for over a decade and why they will remain my most favorite band until the day I drop out.

[@ljdankov]

I always thought they were the American analog to New Model Army

[@YodatheHobbit]

I'm not sure about that, but I like the sentiment.

[@ChicagoRich100]

Mike Ness, the STORYTELLER of our LIVES!

[@thatonedude5667]

I'm your worn in Leather Jacket, I'm the volume in your fucked up teenage band, a pack of smokes and a six pack, I'm the dreams you had walkin' down the railroad track. If you can relate to these lyrics you're alright with me.

[@justinmacdougall4397]

That One Dude my teenage years in one verse 👍🏻👍🏻

[@stephenmras8519]

Casbah as their original recording studio located in Fullerton, CA. It was in a unit of a non-descript industrial building near the Fullerton airport and right next to the railroad tracks. When the band took breaks from recording, they often took walks along the railroad tracks, which possibly explains why Mike has numerous references to railroad tracks in his writing. Today and electrical contractor occupies the Casbah unit.

[@ThePartyboy66534]

I dedicate this song to my best friend. Who passed away 3 months ago. R.I.P buddy

[@774CISCO]

Social Distortion are a life blood band for me, certainly keep me going in life, there are many dead mates i think of when i play this song, thank you to Social D for the tunes , love from Australia.

[@scotthayes1210]

Social distortion has saved me on more than one occasion in life. Mike Ness is a master songwriter, his songs have touched me in so many ways! Music is the universal language.

[@mattbeardon]

I am listening to this in honour of Jay Adams. Rest in peace a true legend of the skate world!

[@Pinchydalobster1]

Fucking right!

[@animal1061]

You too?! Fucking,J Boy!

[@jphil4886]

fuckin awesome song... powerful lyrics.. great instrumentation.. where have all the good bands gone...

[@BrentBoere]

j phil amen brother. Social distortion hits hard and straight at your heart. I believe they're the best band of all time and match what countries greatest put down in a song.

[@F4DETemperrr]

Dennis Danell June 24, 1961 - Febuary 29 2000 Rest in peace Dennis. You should be proud for being the best guitarist alive to the best band. You were amazing. Im 13 and have been listening to you since i was born. My dad and i loved you and your music we alwase have. You were amazing. Whenever i was doing something bad in school or on the streets i would alwase listen to your music. R.I.P. Dennis Danell

[@stevegonzales4734]

Very nice tribute. Dizzy was a good friend of mine and there's not a day that goes by where I dont think about him. Coming up on 20 years now. I MISS YOU MORE THAN EVER HOMEBOY.

[@stevegonzales4734]

Very nice tribute. Dizzy was a good friend of mine and it's coming up on 20 years since we lost him. THINKING ABOUT YOU DOUBLE D. MISS YOU MORE THAN EVER HOMEBOY.

[@adrianvazquez7368]

You are 20 by now if I'm correct , what is in your mind nowdays?

[@christytownsend382]

Love Social D! Listen to them ever since there 1st RECORD release.First time seeing them 1989, cactus club, San Jose, California! Followed them all over southern California. Iguanas, T.J. over the boarder.Cant believe what we got away with,not good by any standards. Great memories.aways listening, especially hard times in my life, I feel understood!!!! Thank you Social D

[@stevohavener3277]

I've said it before and I'll say it again, this is the best song ever written EVER!!! And yes I know that its not the actual video because the speech he gives before the song is an intro to a song on the live DVD. This is the actual studio recording, and either way it still rocks.

[@calebwright9360]

Finally... a Ravens and Steelers fan have something in common.

[@ericpinkham2791]

Most underrated band ever

[@kevinmcniel3250]

"no one else knows" that's why its special and when yer a kid that means alot

[@Pete-n-That]

The most underrated bands have not been on a stage this big, my friend. In the punk world, SD are well-recognised.

[@jamesmcclain9981]

Should be in the rock and roll hall of fame for their influences punk, the ability to cross genres and their longevity.

[@Gusco2006]

i just cant believe how do mike can sing exactly the same like the studio albums and the solos even the rhyth parts are completely same.. drums-bass-guitar.. everything perfecT! social distortion is amazing..

[@a.pinochetvoltac.c.c.7798]

I guess this is the original music.

[@lemmingbcn]

Well I guess it's not such a technical kind of music, Just guessing.

[@blake3696]

When everyone has gone away due to mistakes made over and over this song hits hard. I just woke up alone with 5 beers left in the fridge from a 15 pack bought yesterday. I dont enjoy the flavor anymore, but im sure as hell gonna choke them down so that i dont have to feel the pain of living. If it wasnt for music like this i wouldnt have much to hold onto anymore. But im a fighter, and i know that the pain will fade, but until then im learning slowly to not ever take anything for granted ever again.

[@Woergler86]

Look for the future and not the past! Or how Mike said "Don't think about no future And just forget about the past And make it last"

[@jerrym2360]

Drummer Charlie Quintana (1962-2018) R.I.P

[@jamiekantonky8999]

charlie died?? :(

[@CFarnwide]

Oh for fuck sake... really? ☹️

[@johnroesch689]

he rocked

[@sierra2488]

oof

[@cags113]

@@jamiekantonky8999 i didnt know either wtf

[@johnnyboybegood5897]

As a young man (24) I would pay any amount of money to see this band live... Thus song speaks to me in ways I could never explain...

[@rlhfromnc]

Spot on! Not too many song writers out there today can hit you in the chest like ole Mike Ness. Period!!!

[@mustangboy96]

reminds me of back in the day when friendship was the most important thing in life,now its how am i going to pay my bills,etc. shoutouts to the good old days!

[@adityaguntur3041]

I'm your worn in leather jacket I'm the volume in your fucked up teenage band A pack of smokes and a six pack I'm the dreams you had walking down the railroad tracks you and me I'm your first taste of romance I'm your first broken heart on a Saturday night Guys like us ain't got no chance But I'm the thing that keeps you and me alive But not forever So take me down the road Take me to the show It's something to believe in That no one else knows But don't take me for granted I'm the blood on your guitar I'm that wave you caught back in 1975 I'm as strong as a thousand armies I'm as soft as the pedal on a long stem rose I am love So take me down the road Take me to the show It's something to believe in That no one else knows But don't take me for granted I'm with you when you're born You can take me when you die With all the reasons why But don't take me for granted So take me down the road Take me to the show It's something to believe in That no one else knows But don't take me for granted I'm with you when you're born You can take me when you die With all the reasons why But don't take me for granted

[@andrewbowser2794]

Social Distortion for life!

[@mstrain5667]

Read some lines of this at my best friends memorial service

[@tunanocrust5089]

Someone laced the weed I smoked last night and it almost stopped me from breathing. All I could think about was this song. Thankyou social distortion for always being here for me.

[@greggnumme299]

THAT'S A ROTTEN THING TO DO TO SOMEBODY AND IT HAPPENED TO ME! TOO BAD LATER ON at the gig I couldn't find the cat to make things right! IT'S COLD-BLOODED to do that to somebody and I'm glad you MADE it THROUGH the RAIN my brother from another mother! Rock on B POSITIVE!!! 🙏🏻💖☮️🛐🤞

[@bucksears3937]

I always play this song more than once... I think of all the things I'm thankful for and I remind myself how much I love my wife... Thank you Mike

[@angelgarcia-cy9xv]

I used to play this bad ass music on the prison yard... you better believe it.....

[@stevegonzales4734]

That's right Angel!

[@saltydog5464]

RIP Dennis and Charlie

[@DukatorDevanemn]

Original written by Dennis D. ...and what freakin' true lyrics! RIP Dennis !

[@justsumtriduuude]

I have been a fan since the very beginning. For a multitude of reasons this is my all-time favorite song.

[@mkeller91]

I cannot think of another band that produces music that is anywhere near as authentic and heartfelt. Cannot wait to see them in Phoenix this November

[@TTownTim]

One of thee best songs ever!! And I’m 64 and play and I know a few things!!!!😅

[@speedstersaccount]

A must see live band. You won't be sorry these guys flat get it on.

[@JackWyattBoy]

speedstersaccount I saw them live and I've got to admit it was the best concert I've been to in my life and it was my first unforgettable

[@WARVANE]

speedstersaccount just bought tickets to the Columbus OH show

[@imvandenh]

I've run out of fingers and toes to count how many times I've seen Social D live over the years. Mike just knows how to make fans, I suppose. And the music kicks ass and the words are powerful and relatable. I go see them every time they come within 100 miles of home.

[@scotthayes1210]

Hands down the best live act I've ever seen

[@mikep2262]

Saw Social D around 1990 at a small punk bar in Pittsburgh called the Electric Banana. Kids doing stage dives off the bar into the crowd, crowd surfing, punks everywhere thrashing... just a great, great time. Loved them ever since... Mike's droning vocals... just resonate for some reason...

[@davidmangnall]

I watch this everyday cos it reminds me about my friend who is no longer on this earth either, and it makes it just that little bit better. The lyrics couldnt fit life any better... Thanks a lot Mike, this song means heaps to a hell of a lot of people...

[@stevenevert]

Mike's opening message is so touching. my sister passed away at the age of 22 yesterday and it hits so close to home with me. rip jae 1-20-11

[@Vince-nn3qv]

Mike Ness keeps it fuken real and he has a Awesome voice

[@luizabrodydalle]

I'm the blood on your guitar I'm that wave you caught back in 1975 I'm as strong as a thousand armies I'm as soft as a petal on a long-stemmed rose I am love

[@MegadethMiller]

One of the best live albums of all time. Grew up listening to Social D with my dad.

[@Marduke805]

Lost my little brother when he was way too young. This song will always remind me of him. Thanks Mike!

[@JackViriVAND]

Damn kids and that heavy Rock music!!! back in my day we reached for the sky and that was the story of my life

[@LeaHavoc]

Jack_Richard Viri Well played!

[@JackViriVAND]

Lea Love thanks love ;)

[@ljdankov]

Lol

[@ilinegomez9746]

I love this band I've seen lot's of time's my first show twenty seven years ago at the white 🐇 in San Antonio 💘 this band

[@F1JV]

"Guys like us ain't got no chance"...that says so much & it has been the truth for so long...a world that DESTROYS heart/soul/honesty and REWARDS fake/cheating/lies. Mike...thanks for "something to BELIEVE in" for so many years.

[@wal18091]

That's as bad ass a rock n roll song, ever! Love this song!

[@muhbawz]

Hang in there man, don't give up on yourself. Had the same thing happen to a friend of mine. Never used, but I've known plenty who have. Its hell. Punk is all about the power we each have within us, and fighting against whatever holds us down, no matter how hard it may be. If there is any advice I could give you, it would be this: Realize the one thing you want in life, more than anything else. Reach for it with everything you have. Never stop reaching, and never look back.

[@TheCootsnoot82]

my all-time favorite song, i think back to all the friends I have lost over the years, before their time, RIP

[@TheCootsnoot82]

This song reminds me of the many friends I have lost, especially over the past few years. Such a meaningful, soulfull song, love it. It is absolutely one of my favorites of all time.

[@ryhaang]

His voice is so on point.

[@annettegardiner7270]

I'm late to the party but I'm glad to be here alive still, even though I have a desease killing me slowly.. No attempt at attention just needed to get it out of my head... No family all dead now and brother dying too of the same thing as me.. Son drinking far too much and a sociopath whom I love keeps hurting me but lol I keep going at 59 and I keep on giving until all my money is gone.. So nomore talking me for granted..

[@josef9001]

Prayers and positive energy to you and your brother.

[@sspo17]

Annette Gardiner, don’t give up. If your reading this, amen, we’re both here. We’re still rocking on!

[@gdaydream]

Social distortion son la ostia. Guitarras contundentes con voz cruda rockera y real, que parece narrarnos las experiencias vividas porsu frontman MIKE NESS. Absolutamente imprescindibles para todo amante del rock

[@terriyoung7136]

I love social distortion. Love the graining voice. Such talented band.

[@MrSwitchblade327]

Man this song hits the heart every time i hear it!!! So many memories, good and bad, come flooding in!! I've lost a lot of friends to suicides,accidents, overdoses, prison sentences, you name it!! I consider myself lucky to still be around today but this song always reminds me of those days!!! as komakhc said this is to those who are no longer with us!! And long live Punk Rock!!!!

[@speedstersaccount]

If this don't get you started you're already dead!

[@wal18091]

Mike Ness Social D making Punk live forever, one song at a time.

[@jacobs83133]

They are grateful band ❤

[@scotthayes1210]

I'm the dream you had walking down the railroad tracks........... Such a powerful line

[@noelregachuelo]

i love social distortion, makes my day complete!

[@smilestars4988]

It doesn't get any better.. Mike Ness & SD > thank U for keeping me Sane 😎

[@calebwright9360]

Ive seen this band 27 times live.... 25 with my Best Friend and Brother Ronnie. I havent seen them since he left but i will soon. Every eight two , i listen and so many days between.

[@JohnnyCoolMusic]

RIP Mister DD! Kick ass song for a kick ass friend! Nothing less from Social Distortion!

[@artfan101]

play this at my funeral

[@jeffryhataru1]

i listening social since high school till now and never get bored..mike you are the man...

[@stevohavener3277]

This is the greatest song ever written. When I die I want this as my song when they carry me out. 33 years old and I know i could drop over at anytime.

[@michaelthompson5782]

@ Yimi Saez. No worries on your English brother. Its all about the message. You feel it, so do we all.

[@timflowers425]

This one goes out to my lil sister. My best friend forever. Miss you sis!

[@jennifermjma588]

another amazing band from my past...still love the music from my generation.

[@samwithnopants]

I've always loved this song but it truly hits home right now. My brother took his life New Year's Eve and he messaged me in his last hours to tell me he loved me, if only I had known. I miss you fly high SPC Curtis Henson. 12-31-17

[@thewarriors59]

Mike voice is perfect :) Love this song

[@growburn13]

Social D was an absolutely flawless band live, no other performance has really compared as far as I was concerned. Mike's wrist was actually broken for the show, but they performed way beyond my expectations none-the-less.

[@craigheath9186]

Sorry for your loss... I hope your brother is watching over you and knows how much he meant to you. Respect

[@blakefreytag9807]

Gets me every time! Beautiful jam!!!!

[@scottbodager3759]

So many bands should thank their luck stars that Social Distortion came before them to show them how to do it.

[@KujoCasper563]

Dude! First time ever hearing this song and was just thinking of my late childhood best friend that committed suicide Oct24th 2013 and my bedroom door just flew open! What the Shit!? Needless to say I'm up. Dustin that was uncalled for. Lol

[@robertharper1181]

Every song of theirs is a anthem to life! been listening to them since 93 when i bought a box of cds from a crackhead selling everything they had when I lived in Ventura!

[@jubaiyagyu]

I just lost my grandma, and what is said is true: you think your loved ones will be there forever, and then poof, they're gone, and they can't come back, and no amount of tears you spill in pain can compare to the love that they had showed you over the years... R I P, Nana....

[@ivanmdc22]

Rip charlie quintana Awesone drummer

[@danielebergonzini3706]

Ci sarà sempre una band a spaccare il culo....grandi Social Distortion

[@dreddycore]

Daje!!!

[@jgoll55]

The whole band deserves a hug hahaha they r so friggin sweet and im glad i rediscovered them cuz i appreciate them more now then ever!

[@johnbush3993]

This song I can just put my headphones on and put it on repeat. Mikes voice with this song is soothing and relaxing with the tone of his guitar and the lyrics. Relaxing after some medical marijuana

[@dreddycore]

Beautiful song

[@zraffz]

"You think your friends and love ones are going to be there forever and in one minute they are gone"

[@mrploz007]

Love this song! Never gets old..

[@skilsawworker4020]

The man has the words and voice of an angel!

[@parkecuc1192]

Rest in peace Grandma Betty