RØRY - ALTERNATIVE [lyric video]

RØRY - ALTERNATIVE
Out Now:
Written by RØRY, Jordan Shaw, Tom Stafford
Produced by: Tom Stafford, Dan Lancaster
Mixed By: Dan Lancaster
Mastered By : Kevin Petterson
Director - Lee Jones (leejonesmedia.co.uk)

[@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 ❤️

[@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

[@IWantALeatherBag]

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

[@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 ❤❤❤

[@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🥲💜

[@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 ❤

[@sadlilpeepers9075]

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

[@Maarten-zy6ul]

This woman is amazing with her magical voice.👌🤘

[@PanthoraSH]

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

[@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!❤

[@timbox74]

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

[@_MichelChabrie_alumnia_]

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

[@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 🩵

[@user-wj5wr3zb1u]

@@its_r_o_r_y❤❤❤

[@louisaexton1409]

❤❤❤

[@prismonthethehorizon5793]

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

[@HealthCoachHayley]

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

[@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.

[@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! 🥹🥹

[@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

[@kyleC381]

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

[@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

[@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

[@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.

[@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.

[@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 ❤

[@lpfan7101]

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

[@ashleyjohnson7386]

Really powerful lyrics Realky good tune too

[@julyb2]

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

[@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

[@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

[@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! 🖤

[@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❤❤

[@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]

❤❤❤❤❤

[@Lin_Linz_]

work of damn art keep being awesome, Rory

[@user-do8nj1gt7z]

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

[@fluffy.mtb87]

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

[@DashDonivan]

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

[@nataliapasternak9300]

For someone with depression it is very important to take their moods with peace. Because it is not like they are in the bed all the time. Sometimea they crawl out and try to live but it can be changed by a simple blink of an eye. You may think that they are pretending. No, they are fighting. And when they will became supee happy and nice for you, don't you dare live them alone for a while ! It means that they want you to remember them as a nice person. They want to say goodbye nicely. 😢

[@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.

[@tinapoptartcat138]

Another amazing song 🎵 ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@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.

[@DjDiDAS]

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

[@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.

[@adamaranda]

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

[@mariamyasar2808]

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

[@ArawynnEveningstar]

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

[@twistedshadows9809]

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

[@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 🎉

[@shititsmax]

had this in my release radar today and almost cried. Such a good song. And amazing video too. Thanks for your art.

[@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.

[@StevenofAstora]

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

[@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.

[@chrispasson1940]

wishing you all the good things in the world

[@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

[@Twisted-Manic]

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

[@maegansmith2687]

Beautiful song. Comparison destroys happiness though, doesn't it? I'm life-long disabled, and everything I do I can't help but imagine a version of me that's healthy. Man, would she be rocking it. But you know what? So am I 🤘

[@EinTischeinStuhl]

My mother: "I'm always worrying about you and your illness." Also my mother when she's held accountable for her actions: 🙉🙈🙊

[@robertclayton4118]

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

[@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❤

[@nightcorevn2891]

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

[@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!

[@hinatu5075]

When you're listening to the song thinking "Wow this is a good song.....oh look...I'm sobbing" hit without even realizing it was hitting hard

[@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.

[@chelseametzfall9498]

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

[@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 🤘🏼

[@itsjustjacie8150]

Finally.. a song that says what i feel

[@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

[@paulfelixmusic]

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

[@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*.

[@LadySmallridge]

Damn this hit harder than I thought it would 🥺

[@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

[@taraosullivan3046]

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

[@annavanwormer970]

❤❤❤❤ this spoke to me in ways I can’t explain ❤️❤️❤️

[@RichardBramlett]

Always so impactful. Love your music.

[@Infinity-ig8jb]

Great song!

[@subtlestrawberry3321]

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

[@ameliaavossa]

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

[@rhipurr666]

This hits so hard.

[@neoscencez]

Hope you're doing well - Alternative me says hello to alternative you.

[@davidgreggmusic]

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

[@damo8791]

every rory song is a journey and i love it

[@T-GirlGamer]

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

[@bottomofastairwell]

goddamn, this song hits way too close to home. holy crap. yeah, wasn't expecting such a punch in the heart today, but that's okay. it's a gorgeous song

[@iceiceholiday]

God you always write the best songs

[@pinkroom69]

WOW! Just wow! 😢💚

[@majesdane]

I absolutely love this. 🔥🤘🏻

[@blackdevil6372]

Heck of a song man. I listen to almost every song of her and it is just amazing...

[@Megz1893]

Absolutely amazing hits home just like almost every song you create. ❤

[@sprocket865]

Røry your music is really something, you can really hit deep and your voice is so soul hitting 💝

[@nsa5628]

Rory is my fav new artist discovery

[@assassindolphin2106]

Obsessed with this song on replay all day

[@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!

[@saskialavey1994]

You embody everything I’ve ever tried to explain thank you

[@paulbishop300]

You sing the songs of the soul. Keep it going!

[@joekontor6030]

Wonderful. ❤

[@margitleach5796]

I really adore your voice Rory!❤️

[@Mayhemkiller200]

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

[@MeagonHardy-sq3nm]

😮this song is amazing and awesome. I love this song.

[@TheNOBODY2810]

I know this is song is about your life and it’s an incredible son🤘 but I can’t help but relate to it. I didn’t go through the same things you did but this song made me think about my family and how much it’s changed over the past 3 years and how my perception of family changed. I don’t really know how to explain it but there’s something about this song that just resonates with me. I don’t know how much sense this makes (it probably doesn’t) but that’s just what I wanted to say. Much love🩵

[@xh9010]

This tottaly rocks! I love it so much.

[@neeko9587]

Can't lie I cried hearing this song

[@JamesTylerT.V]

You're my favorite artist. GOOD DIE YOUNG BEST EP IVE HEARD IN A LONGGG TIME. Thank you for your inspiration, your songs are very relatable to me

[@EllieVlogsss]

I hate how much I relate to ever word. Incredible song.

[@tigerlilly1214]

This song is just utter brilliance and goosebumps! Can't wait to see you live in Cardiff ❤❤