RØRY - ALTERNATIVE [lyric video]

[@MaisieWalton]

"She's out there living her dreams"....She completed that with her music 💯 You're doing so well, your original music pieces tell storys we need, touching & healing many hearts...Thank you ❤️

[@IWantALeatherBag]

She's an incredible artist. The lyrics are sooo powerful it's impossible not to cry if you lived that

[@HazelBasil-nu7jn]

I heard a clip and was like “oh that’s a bop” and now I’m sobbing to the full version 😭😭😭 I’m sending this to my therapist

[@billiesmurphy]

Rory, I just want to say you've had such a profound influence on my life. Discovering I have ADHD as a thirty-something, all the pieces clicking into place, it makes me feel so seen. You really helped me accept it and make sense of it all. Now forgiving my younger self and all the chaos. I'm 34 now, feeling much more comfortable in my skin. Watching your partner and you is incredible, it's like looking at videos of my partner and I, haha! Anyway, all this to say, THANK YOU! Thank you for being so open and sharing your experience with us. You've made me laugh, made me cry, given me heartfelt moments. Good luck in everything you do and I'll be there at DL24 singing along

[@marieharvey2581]

Your story sounds so much like mine ❤❤❤

[@Time_Developer]

*Блин, какие же вы все сопливые, аж тошнит.*

[@kmcraig75]

That was so wonderfully healing to my soul. My daughter was my co-parent, I stole her childhood. We raised two boys together. They are her little brothers, but it’s like they are her children too, she has both loves for them and when I have to tell her to let go, it’s been one of the hardest things for her to do because of her age, she literally did senior yr with her youngest brother as if she was his mom. I watched her go through everything that I was going through with my baby graduating, it was her baby too. I know that sounds so weird but it happened and this song was healing for us. We are best friends now. She works under me a couple levels, we just did “Take your Daughter to Work Day” this week and Administrative Professionals Day where we bowled and played laser tag. This is the 29th year I get to watch her be the best version of her self!

[@angelicacammerota6936]

It’s so amazing that you give her credit for that!! 😢❤❤❤❤

[@sleepysloth5460]

As a daughter. I'm only 18. But my mom kicked me out after being a coparent to her since i was 8. My mom's always been an alcoholic. But I'll tell you one thing now, even after all the things I have been through and felt I have never once regretted being who I am and hoe I am and helping to raise my siblings made me stronger and more resilient as well as being more caring. But sometimes, as all people do, I have my weak moments but I get back up and I fight. I'm sure your daughter appreciated the strength that you have taught her. No matter what and the fact that you can give her recognition for it makes you all the wiser and stronger

[@wolf2966]

That’s great and all but instead of telling us have you told her any of that

[@sephyvii1650]

Idk shit like this drove me crazy through life but I had everyone breathing down my neck

[@ndw8694]

My parents were together but adopted my brother and sister when I was almost 16 so I know how your daughter feels in the sense of being mom and sibling. My brother was 18 months and my sister was 2. Due to the age difference I feel like mother and sister and it’s hard to navigate sometimes . I’m 31 now and I will be watching my brother (who is the baby) graduate this year and it’s emotional for me too . I used to put him and my sister to bed every night ❤

[@OssKaun]

Your words resonate with me. We lost our son at 28 on January 14, 2013. Yes, 143 mens I love you. Keep speaking the truth. What you do matters.

[@the420pikachu]

I just discovered this song last night, and I never thought I'd resonate with a song so much, but Rox, you've proven me wrong! At 10 years old, my dad fought to get custody of me, from my mom while she was struggling with addiction and he won. Shortly after he remarried to a woman I absolutely despise. And basically forgot I existed, She did nothing but try to mold me into this perfect daughter. A girly girl with straight A's and the type to be head cheerleader. And that was not me!! I fought her every step of the way, and ended up resorting to cutting to help relieve the stress and emotions of her and her ways, and disappointing my family by not being what they wanted me to be. I am now 10 years clean of self harm and I'm happy. But if I had this song when I was 17, I don't think my life would have been as dark as it was. So Thank You!!! Thank you so much!!! Your message you send out with your music is something that needs to be done in today's society and you are a gem! 🥹🥹

[@nikkiskyler44]

This song made me think of my daughters. Hoping they never had to go through what I went through or depression but have a happy life. Hope they never become that version of me. They love this song too and we all cried🥲💜

[@zondarious428]

Theres an alternative version of you who gave up and never made such a beautiful song ❤ thanks lady 🤟

[@sadlilpeepers9075]

Legit cried the whole song, this hits home so much and it feels like a weight lifted off my shoulders

[@remdrayley2493]

Can't wait till they blow up I think people in the world need music like this to get by I'm glad I found RØRY so early this is a blessing with so much potential

[@Vince01]

I hope you are or get crazy famous -- or as famous as you'd like to be -- because you're an amazing artist. I'm a 37 year old dad where nothing bad ever really happened in his life *knocks on wood*, so if your music even hits me so incredibly hard on an emotional level... I cannot imagine how much strength people with similar family issues as you describe in your songs gain from you. You're incredible.

[@llyrrian]

This right here says of your music what I don't have words for.

[@PanthoraSH]

This hurts in a way that I can't describe. It's bittersweet and so beautiful.

[@timbox74]

wow wow wow.... what an emotional track... Roxanne you are something else ❤❤❤❤🙌🙌🙌🙌

[@MichelRalaharivelo_alumnia]

Why some little titles ? i like one splendide voices, you are, i LUV when you appears with incredibles tracks !!

[@ShannaCotton]

Her mother didn't drink and was happy. She got to spend more time with her father, without having to choose to leave her mother behind. She didnt grow up with that guilt of a choice. She grew up not knowing abuse and never being S/A. She never dealt with the repercussions from being S/A. She grew up not needing to know how to defend herself as a small child. She was safe and loved. She had happy warm Christmases and can enjoy them as an adult. Her mom didn't die suddenly from an unnatural cause. Her marriage lasted happily. Her ex-husband wasn't crushed under his car on a cold night. I hope there's a version of me that has everything all together out there somewhere...

[@joejones6496]

Thank you for sharing your journey. I dont know you and doubt we will ever meet but i care and hope you find some sort of closure, understanding and love....

[@Maarten-zy6ul]

This woman is amazing with her magical voice.👌🤘

[@sonniemonroe3801]

I'd love these guys to represent UK in Eurovision ❤

[@Wimblefish]

We might stand a chance if Røry is our entry ❤

[@mystorytonight]

I know this song is about your life, but you've managed to also write it, word for word, about mine. Wow. ❤️

[@its_r_o_r_y]

Sending love to you 🩵

[@Mel-v6j1u]

@@its_r_o_r_y❤❤❤

[@louisaexton1409]

❤❤❤

[@mariamyasar2808]

I discovered roxy recently and am in love with all her songs her music is so readable looking forward to her new songs

[@skyeclarkson1901]

Love your content, originally found you through ADHD reels and then came across family tree. Currently friday night and this song hits all the spots... I've just passed one year no contact with my mum and youngest siblings, I had to do it for my own mental health but it's so hard

[@aimeehill5329]

I just passed 7 years no-contact, as you heal and progress becomes easier to accept that it is necessary. Good luck on your journey ❤

[@chloereed8669]

Thank you both, 3 months no contact. It's really hard x

[@HeatherKnepp]

Omgosh I am working on letting contact go. But I have her grandkids. So it adds a lovely layer of guilt in my mind as a mom and a daughter. I would lose my shit if my kids kept my grandkids from me. But I do know this is next step for a little while. I don't want them to know this side of her or me. I want her to do the work and heal and I know I am healing this thru therapy.

[@skepticsquirrel7560]

This song is golden. I cried so hard. Its also incredibly inspiring. I hope my alternative is making songs like you out there somewhere

[@lyndsfairne]

This song is next level. 😭💜 Your reels, your book, your app, and now I find your music … you are a unicorn, lady. Thank you for sharing yourself with the rest of us.

[@bekaloo131]

This was my life, I was so angry at my parents and hate crippling mental health. Jesus literally saved me, I have the job of my dreams, God transformed my heart and now I've been saved. Accept Jesus, He will literally transform you. ❤❤

[@Olivia-bh7vs]

Amen amen❤❤

[@a.h.vg.l6076]

Yeah, one frase that fits you. Just Like her father Shes Made For one bed Apartment and than Always come a New frase..she IS owesome

[@bumblebee2001]

Sorry to inform you but it's all a coping mechanism. Its not real. I tried that too but realized that it's really all fake and wrong. Live your life for yourself, not for a god or anyone else

[@kyleC381]

It’s always a great day when Rory drops a song 😊

[@HealthCoachHayley]

Wow this song just totally wrecks me every time. It’s brilliant. Truly. I’m crying but in a good way. Rory 😭🥲

[@Mars-vp5wn]

What can I say Rory… u're so talented and I really wish u the best for ur career! I want you to know that with ur music u're helping healing everyone out there who sadly had to meet that version of themselves… so thank u Rory! 🖤

[@MariaCarabin]

I found this through your (and your partner’s) adhd content and I’m blown away! You’re a great artist too! Wishing you all the recognition out there, you deserve it!❤

[@starlight153]

If anyone wants to read the full lyrics :) She's having dinner with her family on Friday night They're talking bout TV shows and they never really fight I hope she never has to feel empty I hope she never has to meet this version of me She never had to come home to her mother on the floor, of the bedroom Her father, his bags at the door She didn't know it at 14 If you don't love then they won't leave She didn't have to show up to the wedding with a smile Watch all her father lies just go walking down the aisle She wasn't hated at 18 By the ones she called family I like to think about her sometimes I wonder what she's doing tonight She's having dinner with her family on Friday night They're talking bout TV shows and they never really fight I hope she never has to feel empty I hope she never has to meet this version of me She didn't have to become somebody that she hates And cheat on everyone, realise she's the same Yeah the same as her father Made for a one bed apartment I like to think about her sometimes I wonder what she's doing tonight She's having dinner with her family on Friday night They're talking bout TV shows and they never really fight I hope she never has to feel empty I hope she never has to meet this version of me (version of me) She ain't got scars on her wrist Not on the edge of a cliff No one she has to forgive She ain't that version of me ain't got low self esteem Crippling anxiety She's out there living her dreams She ain't that version of me

[@prismonthethehorizon5793]

That first verse made me cry!🔥🔥 It's absolutely fantastic that you're living out your soul purpose! 💪💗💗💗lots of love xxx

[@SafriMac]

Powerful, and this resonates with me. Love you RØRY!

[@KaylaGallion-uv2sw]

Dark room, record playing, flickerinv lights swarming the walls, truly heals the little girl in me. My older self has finally grasped the others hand and I feel so warm, its been so long since that happened. This entire album has healed my soul.

[@crispaynoodIes]

I keep finding myself in your ADHD shorts. And then I found this. I wasn't planning on crying tonight, and now I'm a messy, uncontrollable sobbing puddle on the floor. Your pain is palpable, and I'm happy it seems you found someone who supports you completely on your healing journey. You seem like you've found your strength and your peace, and you're an inspiration to us on a similar path.

[@OneADHDwitch]

You're absolutely amazing, and I know it takes extreme amounts of courage to share stories like this with the world. I used to write songs and hearing how open you are has actually helped me write more too. I love your music so much and I love watching your tiktok videos. I'm ADHD and a recovering addict from a shit home too, so I really relate to your content and music on such a personal level. Thank you for everything you do.

[@OpioidSlumber]

Crying again. Your music hits home very hard. I love this song.

[@krazproductions]

I FIND IT HARD TO EXPRESS HOW I FEEL, AND SOMETIMES, EVEN HARDER TO CRY WHEN I NEED TO MOST. Your music is my therapy. I can let it out when I listen to your music, and for once, feel normal, when i hurt inside. Thank you for helping me find a release. I will get better in time.

[@mistygilpin4157]

Your songs feel like my diary. Thank you for finding your strength and sharing your light. 💖

[@RevoltRhiannon]

I'm just going to say this for all us mother's separated from our daughter's... This woman said it all. And I hope at 18 that kid sees the version of me that she dreamed

[@greeneyedbeing]

I don't think you've ever written a song I don't relate to! You saved me ❤

[@stuartarthur9844]

43 years old. Two years sober. My life was full of potential I'm now fulfilling. Said goodbye to the toxicity now in a great position personally and professionally. I'm not late. I'm right on fucking time.

[@Kayteex3]

My daughter is only 14 and a single child but this resonates with me so much as her mother on so many levels. Thank you for this song. I don’t think as a mother who’s a recovering addict I wouldn’t ever understood until I got clean. I still struggle with alcohol abuse but have been clean from drugs for going on 5 years. My next journey is to stop drinking as much as I do. It’s difficult as my daughter doesn’t live with me. I started drinking heavily when she no longer lived with me and it’s been the hardest battle I’ve yet to face besides losing my grandmother who was a huge part of both our lives. I was in the same exact bed as my grandmother when she took her last breath and because of my addiction I was never able to fully heal WITH my daughter from that loss.

[@zezezep]

wishing you all the good things in the world

[@Pippalottaa]

This song has been so healing for me. My 5 year old daughter loves it too and now knows all the lyrics too, clearly it's on repeat in this house 😅 You have your youngest fan rocking out in a tiny town at the bottom of the earth 🇳🇿

[@social-distraction]

❤❤❤❤❤

[@RenkoGSL]

This song is so pretty and.... the whisper of something like glimmered hope.

[@carolinezina3543]

I listen to Rory everyday. she really speaks to me right now.

[@lpfan7101]

I find myself thinking about the butterfly effect from time to time and what might have been. Incredible song!!

[@TheCutlerShoppe]

Dear Roxanne, I hope this message finds you well. I wanted to take a moment to express my deep admiration for your incredible talent and the profound impact your music has had on me and my wife. As a fellow neurodivergent individual, your songs resonates with us on a level that is hard to put into words. From the first time we heard the enchanting melodies and your captivating voice, we knew we had stumbled upon something truly special. It’s as if you’ve taken the vibrant colors and intricate patterns of our memories and mind woven them into a relatable experience. Your authenticity and vulnerability inspire us to embrace our own identities and to celebrate the beauty that lies within our differences. We are looking forward to experiencing more of your talented content with music and vlog. Your a beacon of light that awakens ours. With much heartfelt gratitude, Jeremy and Nancy ❤

[@tunnelofdelulu]

this is actually really good. came across this from a reel on your FB page at random.. it's actually impressive. I'll check out more when I find the time. I always love checking out new artists

[@aiureapriniarba7]

I love that we have lyrics on the screen. My ADHD brain is grateful 🖤🩵. Love you Rory, i have been watching your TikTok channel, had no idea you were a singer. Your voice and music are soothing my depression.

[@jordan6714]

I have listened to this song a number of times, but tonight it hit 😢 wow

[@AnimalsAreBetterThanPeople]

This was something I needed 12 years ago... All I can do now is hope that my husband and I can give our son a better childhood than either of us had. Honestly just us staying married and happy would be a vast improvement to what either of us had. I couldn't imagine having to put out child through a custody battle and a parenting plan, not being able to see him every night and making sure he's sleeping safe in my room or his own, this goes for any other future kids we may have as well. I may not be able to go back in time to protect younger me but I can sure as hell use that as fuel to give my kids better than either of us had growing up!

[@Beauc4652]

You make my cry. Tears of sadness, but also of joy because someone else knows. They just know.

[@twistedshadows9809]

You had helped so many people, this song is so emotional..love it so much

[@DjDiDAS]

I'd so love to see them do a song ft. Avril Lavinge. I think it would be incredible.

[@victoriairvine6768]

After another really hard holiday season with my family, got home and just needed this song and December hurts to pick me up after breaking down to it briefly. I tried to limit contact but Still ended up spending too Much time eith them i have one more day to get through this week and then back to my monthly contact. Im not strong enough to break contact entirely. Thank you for producing music that just explains it so well.

[@susanrobinson641]

I didn’t think I could love Rox more than when I found her on ADHD_LOVE but this song is so powerful. Thank you again for being willing to be vulnerable in all these ways.

[@bronwynkorb-hc9oc]

The way this song describes how I envisioned my life in an alternative world... Where I'm so perfect and not a disappointment to my family

[@deeps1491]

As a transgender person, this song HITS. I think about her a lot. The girl I could have been. The girl I WAS. I wonder where she would be now if I had just let her live. I recited the lyrics of this song in therapy and it lead to a major sobbing breakthrough. So thank you Rory, for putting words to the things I've been trying to say for more years than I can count on both hands.

[@SylvainPepin-it3fu]

Im bi clade you like yourself we are thr best y respect you

[@gothic_angel]

You can be trans and dress feminine. Don't limit yourself. Bring a part of the girl you was to who you are now. Express who you are

[@mikaelathunell2822]

I only now realized you're a singer, and this was the first song I listened to. So good! Personal, emotional and the energy blew me away. Wow! "I wonder what she's doing tonight" all those "what if..?" "Made for a one bedroom apartment" - gosh, what a unique and yet so powerful way to articulate that feeling. I'm so curious to hear what else is out there!

[@MuffinLikesYou]

2:22 makes me jump and headbang every time, doesn't matter where I am or what I'm doing when this song is on 🤘🏼

[@DashDonivan]

My gosh, another banger from Rory! This is so good!

[@AllisonLejeune]

I’m the product of an affair. These songs seem like my inner soul is screaming to be heard for everything I keep silent or cry about.

[@sarlotestradere6639]

This song is so strong, beautifully written, it has such a force! 💪🏻 I am so sad that lot of us were going trough life situations like this, but when you sing this story out of your lungs, it’s healing❤ love from Latvia

[@Lin_Linz_]

work of damn art keep being awesome, Rory

[@FaizLangsang]

I love this song so much. It means so much to me. Especially to the writer herself. You're an inspiration Roxy, Rich. Send my regards to the family

[@XYZNY_XYZ]

Don't know if I should call it ignorance or cruelty, all I can say is that I am blessed to have been born to my parents K&K and to have met the people I did. Thank you for putting into perspective your pain and sadness so I could see how others may feel about the unwordly luck some people have to be born into homes and environments that take care of and love them. Love, M❤

[@fluffy.mtb87]

Literally cant stop listening. You just keep dropping masterpieces one after another ❤❤

[@MaxRiley-fj1jk]

This kind of reminded me of when I was 10 after losing my dad, nearly losing my mom and taking care of he and my siblings. This music is therapeutic never stop Røry

[@adamaranda]

please never stop making this amazing art. been here since this songs first draft was written

[@AileanFae]

This song you made helped me so, so much in my healing process. Especially the last chorus perfectly encapsulates how I often feel (maybe cause I'm also BPD and ADHD). Thank you

[@T-GirlGamer]

Im so glad i saw you live last nigh in newcastle love your music

[@galonymlusgiaddol]

0:02 great song, but where is the spoken intro taken from please?

[@its_r_o_r_y]

It’s me recording myself during therapy ❤️❤️ it’s a voice note

[@galonymlusgiaddol]

I don't know why but it sounded incredibly familiar to me. Thank you for sharing it 🫶

[@ashleyjohnson7386]

Really powerful lyrics Realky good tune too

[@paulfelixmusic]

Such an amazing song, such powerful lyrics and wonderfully raw vocals! Such awesome talent which emanates from the depths of your soul!

[@StevenofAstora]

One of the best vocalists out there! Everything you’ve been putting out has been great. This one especially.

[@devonbates9812]

This is my thoughts in so glad I finally found someone that sings what I think and feel. I've listened to this song over and over

[@Twisted-Manic]

Wow think this is the closest I have ever felt like someone might understand me 🙏 Thank you RORY❤️ Respect 🔥

[@subtlestrawberry3321]

Literally can’t thumbs this up enough!!! Having a hurting evening. Thank you. For all you guys do.

[@davidgreggmusic]

Wow. Another one that will be stuck in my head! You never miss! Bravo

[@DepressedDandelion]

I shared this on my Facebook. My family I never really talk to can take it as they want.

[@eternaya]

Wow I love your songs... touched my soul.

[@ariannealmaguer7999]

Wow that really hit deep with me…I haven’t had a song make me cry so hard in a long time. It was a good release! *hugs* found you through adhd tiktok ❤

[@robertclayton4118]

Been following her on tiktok for over a year never knew she was singer but wow love it ❤

[@nightcorevn2891]

From Viet Nam all of ur your song very nice will share to my friend. Hope more and more people know about its 👍

[@alaina_plays_games]

I really feel this song, it speaks directly to my soul, my parents divorced when I was very young and my mother got with a new man who was extremely abusive to her and me and my 3 siblings, I was the oldest so I had to be the strong one who protected the others and take the most of the abuse

[@Imagination2363]

❤ takes me back to my teenage days

[@dragonlady3278]

I have obsessively watched every video you have many many times and every song on Apple Music. And it’s not enough!! I need more!! 😂. A lot of your songs really hit home. I grew up with a narcissistic mother who was also an alcoholic and abusive.. hurt myself came up scrolling shorts and I was hooked.

[@peterbeazley2869]

This resonates with me so much being a father of 2 a 7 year old and a 1 year old hopping they never have to go through the battles I face everyday, I hope they never have to know they are the only reason I am still here, the only reason I haven’t lost that battle but damn I’ve been so close to losing everyday I wake up and think of them and it gives me strength to get through the day damn I’m broken 😢

[@ArawynnEveningstar]

Damn this hit hard. Sitting here with tears in my eyes. Definitely will be added to my playlist.

[@ameliaavossa]

Just. Wow. I know all your songs every song I speak from my heart as if I wrote them myself.

[@crystalsmith1267]

You are wonderful, helped me with life in general, just know you helped me survive ❤ I love you

[@taraosullivan3046]

This feels like a message to wounded inner child. Powerful stuff😢

[@UnholyGhost89]

Me and my best friend stayed up for this. It's hit us both so hard.

[@its_r_o_r_y]

Thank you so much for staying up 🖤 sending love to both of you xx

[@jessicawilliams5436]

Amazing Rory love it 🎉

[@neoscencez]

Your music is just so damn beautiful - Please keep on releasing music and being the wonderful person that you are. *Added straight to playlist*.

[@quinnabrams8875]

amazing new song. always hits me right in the heart. hope to see you come to the US soon, I'll buy the first tickets!

[@julyb2]

WHOA!!! I wasn't expecting to be wowed This Much!

[@RichardBramlett]

Always so impactful. Love your music.

[@chelseametzfall9498]

Wow love this song just like all the other songs amazing 🥰❤

[@mohammedeladlouni4226]

There is no version of you, only your soul is in heaven

[@nsa5628]

Rory is my fav new artist discovery

[@Mayhemkiller200]

Love all of your songs, going to see you in Birmingham and really can't wait

[@damo8791]

every rory song is a journey and i love it