Staind - Fade (Official Video)

[@Martdogg3000]

After 20 years I've realized that the lyrics to this song are really well written. Loved this song as a teenager and still do.

[@abrilllanos9482]

I know right I was ten when this song came out and lyrics hit me hard even even at that age

[@Bishopea]

Faaaaacccttts 🙏🏾❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@Pghsfinest222]

His music gets better by the day

[@motherfirefly123]

Same!!

[@bournejackson7799]

WE HAVE A HUMAN ERROR!!! WE HAVE A HUMAN ERROR!!! WE HAVE A HUMAN ERROR!!! WE HAVE A HUMAN ERROR!!! THE HUMAN ERROR IS WATCHING ONLY TV AND MAKE EMOTIONS THAT NOT BE IN YOUR REALITY. THE REAL WORLD IS A BRAIN FUCK SYSTEM THAT YOU DONT UNDERSTAND BECAUSE YOU WATCHING TV!!!

[@zachstevens6233]

As a preteen when this album first came out, this was the song I used to validate my angry feelings towards my parents never being there for me. Now, as a parent myself, I use this song to remind myself to make time and talk/listen to my kids. Finally the album name "Break the Cycle" makes absolutely perfect sense. I hope Aaron knows the impact he's made with the messages in his songs.

[@stewartmatthews1551]

I don't really have parents that were like that but I am sorry you went threw that you now that you have kids you are right never lose sight of who you really are to them if you ever need someone to talk to never hesitate to talk to someone buddy

[@loveNsupport]

U cant blame ur parents , u seem to have grown up fine. I would u think u would understand being a parent now and how much an effort they made for you to make it to 18

[@zachstevens6233]

@@loveNsupport my parents made like zero effort. I basically raised myself. I guess learning to cook and shit is good for an 8 year old, but it didn't feel that way back then and still doesn't.

[@davidpeters2625]

I can somewhat relate, I never really had much of a father figure growing up as a kid, and because of that, I want to make it a point, when I have children, to talk/listen to my kids as much as possible

[@sandrabilbaogarces8622]

It happened the same to me, it's like u where talking about me. I understand how u feel

[@kevinjacquin5232]

I grew up with Staind and as a 40 year old adult...Aaron's lyrics still ring true today

[@krispykastner]

Right

[@ValerieLawlor-jl2op]

He's so underrated it's criminal his voice is so smooth and his lyrics are just heartbreaking

[@paulcarpenter7844]

Being 14 in 99 2000 definitely helps

[@gsxroyce256]

Same here 39. One of the major influences on my music career

[@LeadMe2TheBliss]

I saw them live open for KoRn in 2021, great show! Mushok is a killer live guitarist.

[@Jebusisblatantidolatry]

I try to breathe Memories overtaking me I try to face them but The thought is too Much to conceive I only know that I can change Everything else just stays the same So now I step out of the darkness That my life became 'cause I just needed someone to talk to You were just too busy with yourself You were never there for me to Express how I felt I just stuffed it down Now I'm older and I feel like I could let some of this anger fade But it seems the surface I am scratching Is the bed that I have made So where were you When all this I was going through You never took the time to ask me Just what you could do

[@damnyankee9941]

Staind will NEVER get old

[@beltfed4624]

*STAIND* is reuniting again... I can't believe I get to say that, but it's true. They must've worked things out.

[@bournejackson7799]

WE HAVE A HUMAN ERROR!!! WE HAVE A HUMAN ERROR!!! WE HAVE A HUMAN ERROR!!! WE HAVE A HUMAN ERROR!!! THE HUMAN ERROR IS WATCHING ONLY TV AND MAKE EMOTIONS THAT NOT BE IN YOUR REALITY. THE REAL WORLD IS A BRAIN FUCK SYSTEM THAT YOU DONT UNDERSTAND BECAUSE YOU WATCHING TV!!!

[@lizaaa2590]

Staind will never get old

[@lizaaa2590]

@@bournejackson7799 what?

[@heighton7206]

I wish it was staind still. Now its him by himself and its not the same.

[@KizunoOtoko94]

Break the Cycle is still one of the best alternative metal albums...Every song was awesome

[@johnsonm1368]

Kizu no Otoko it is the best period

[@branduslowery7000]

Kizu no Otoko u right

[@terraflops]

one of the best cd buys. honest and true music

[@jamalsampson3923]

Totally agree!

[@homerpetty3994]

I agree

[@hollywoodsaint57]

I was 24 when my wife got pregnant by another man...this album came out at the same time...suffice to say I found my place and this album helped save my life

[@stewartmatthews1551]

Very sorry buddy never a good time but I am glad that you found some clarity after hearing this song

[@kriskafferianalivio5982]

I was 29 when my gf hurt me so much.. until now i remember all the pain. But thanks to the music of staind i feel so alive. Now im turning 40

[@ulisesrios4534]

there are so many girls out of there man i hope you get the new one and now i know youre are happy again with the true woman you deserve

[@DronerArt]

Life serves up a shit sandwich sometimes. We deal with it and move on. Glad you found your reckoning. Be well

[@VitoVeccia]

I feel your pain dude. When life hands you lemons, grab some vodka and make a mixer. My daughter isn't biologically mine. But she calls me daddy, so I'm ok with it. And I wouldn't trade her for the world. Her mother on the other hand.....

[@fortheloveofnoise]

For all of you with a father who did not really care enough to be a big part of your life, I feel you.

[@cardflopper3307]

I cannot blame this on my father, he did the best he could for me

[@joshburnett2405]

I do blame my father. Looking out the window for him to pick me up. This MF’ER stands me up time and time again and thinks he gets a pass. I’m 42 now. I have 2 children of my own. I can only thank my father for showing me how to NOT to be a father. I have great, well behaved kids.

[@fortheloveofnoise]

@@cardflopper3307 I see what you did there.

[@everybodysfavoritenobody]

Yep, the thing is, my father would listen to staind cause he too never had a father and mental illnesses. I think his father or my real grandpa did try to reach out a few years back but my grandma refused. My father was like a 8 years old trapped in a adult like my father never grew past middleschool. He did try but he expected everything to fall in place for him and he was mentally abusive towards my mom. He would later die from an altercation. All he left for me was boxes and boxes of pills. Now here I am, listening to staind. I'm scared. Not everybody is so lucky like the singer to live on and find a happy life and become a better person.

[@boltaction7001]

My father is a fucking piece of shit lives in the same town and doesnt see me ever

[@stopbullshitting4484]

2 years sober and here I am listening to Staind to keep it going. Living sober is such a great life to live. Thank you to everyone who prays for those who struggle. I am a product of those prayers. Blessed by a God who redeems.

[@XennialMind]

Well done Brother! I just hit my 5 years sober! Now at 39 years old I live vicariously through this music that I used to rock to in the late 90’s!

[@hortonp1000]

Keep it up brother. Hope you are still doing well.

[@BennyJeters]

OD brother

[@markclark3786]

Keep fighting the good fight brother!

[@oliverdelgado6952]

I'm struggling but admire you all who made it .

[@demonhalo67]

Staind was a major part of the nu-metal scene and this Break the cycle album went massive back in 2001 and rightfully so. Excellent album.

[@LeadMe2TheBliss]

Yep. They even started out as a band covering KoRn and RATM songs because they didn't have enough original material at the time for a full set. I saw them open for KoRn in 2021 it was great!

[@ZjawbreakerZ]

Almost 10 fucking years, and this song still doesn't ever get old.

[@sirianofmorley]

+Mehmet Ziya Aypar 10 years on youtube. It's older than that.

[@ZjawbreakerZ]

+Ian Howard I know, I used to listen to their break the cycle album back in 2001.

[@aGua421]

+Ian Howard Video came out in 2001. Copyright is 2006.

[@bebym313]

In a few months it will be 20 years of this masterpiece

[@os8588]

@@bebym313 😭

[@beammi1]

I try to breathe Memories overtaking me I try to face them but The thought is too Much to conceive I only know that I can change Everything else just stays the same So now I step out of the darkness That my life became 'cause I just needed someone to talk to You were just too busy with yourself You were never there for me to Express how I felt I just stuffed it down Now I'm older and I feel like I could let some of this anger fade But it seems the surface I am scratching Is the bed that I have made So where were you When all this I was going through You never took the time to ask me Just what you could do

[@ronniedunlap9789]

Damn women :) nice give you props

[@andyellis5065]

ur pretty 😊

[@drewisawesomehott]

U forgot at the very end. "Try to breathe" thats such a big part of the song 😎😎😎😎😎😎😎

[@mickaelbages6138]

One of the most cumplished staind song,melody,story written ,riffs all is awesome

[@marchegler7155]

I think everyone knows still lyrics by now and by heart

[@largehoman]

Aarons music is so amazing because hes felt that true, seemingly unending, unfading pain. Because thats the only way you could have so much passion behind the meaning in his words. And hes a brave man, because he has taken that pain and put it out there for everyone to see. And i know I appreciate it, just having his songs to relate to helped me through one of the worst times of my life. Thank you Aaron, and all of stained, you guys are heros.

[@mrjon75]

He's a very brave man. That has become fully apparent 10/21, as he spoke against an increasingly tyrannical and diabolical, powerful group. God Bless him.

[@xhacion6484]

been through so much trama at a young age that led to addiction and broke the cycle myself aaron is very brave for bring that pain to light for everyone else to see helped me get through alot of crap been 1.1 years clean and wont ever go back proud to call myself an ex addict it made me who i am today

[@williamvernold323]

I think Staind and Linkin Park were both popular back in "my day" but they were so young to be writing about so much pain. Yet I am in my 40's now and I find their lyrics relevant in different ways as my life has evolved. That's why they both remain relevant and you can see a very obvious transition in Aaron's music over the years.

[@LPJack02]

RIP Jon Wysocki (January 17, 1971 - May 18, 2024), aged 53 You will be remembered as a legend

[@MarkM-j8o]

0:04 0:05 0:05 0:06 0:06 0:06 0:06 0:07 0:07 0:08

[@MarkM-j8o]

0:11 0:12 0:12 0:12 0:12 0:13 0:13 0:13 0:13 0:14 0:14 0:14 0:14 0:14 0:15 0:15 0:15 0:15 0:15 0:15 0:15 0:16 0:16 0:16 0:16 0:17 0:17 0:17 0:17 0:17 0:18 0:18 0:18 0:19 0:19 0:19 0:20

[@MarkM-j8o]

1:40 😅 1:41 1:42 1:42 1:43 1:43

[@MarkM-j8o]

🛖🙃🙃😀🧑‍🍳😆🙂😊😭😭

[@patrickgrondines-t2b]

i was shocked that he died

[@stephaniecollins6377]

One of the best songs ever ! Still !

[@TheSavage6191]

I remember listening to this CD, turning this song up loud and losing myself in the lyrics. It applied itself to so much in my life.

[@jasonmarr4912]

Me too. You are beautiful also

[@jonathancapps6203]

I still do. In the car after a bad day

[@Resident-biohazard]

hey dear

[@allendaigle6351]

A walk of faith, searchin for the light,

[@crimsonhawk4912]

I love broken chicks

[@Gorikon]

Song made me cry when I was 16 still makes me cry when I'm 32. Beautiful song, along with Tool no band has ever influenced my life so much thank you Staind. The benefit is that I have my own kids now and I do my best to make sure that they don't experience the same thing.

[@jrizle86]

One of the best vocalists of all time in my opinion. Aaron Lewis is so underrated. So much emotion and tones in his voice 👌🏼

[@joseastorga891]

Agree completely.

[@stenpod9368]

You trying to talk junk cause he went country homey

[@stenpod9368]

He deserves kisses from all fans in my opinion

[@DanielLake-xz8qi]

I agree 100. He’s not appreciated until he’s seen live what others sound like shit and he still is clear and completely locked down pitch and time wise also!! Eddie vedder, Cornell, Staley, Shaun Morgan from seether and Aaron Lewis are tops!! But Shannon hoone is right there where I’m unsure but is top three

[@georgethomas9200]

Staind was/is a band that actually transcends the music industry, and Aaron Lewis is a songwriter who has written some timeless classics like this. I was listening to pure gold as a young man and never really appreciated the genius behind it.

[@danaquinn2222]

Listening to this at the age of 43 makes me realise that we are always that broken damaged child inside!

[@DaveCurry-p3b]

Yep 😢

[@Dycedchicken]

This has to be one of the best songs I have ever heard there is so much emotion it makes me feel so much I love it

[@brandonhall3353]

William Graham Could not agree with you more. Fantastic song, even now.

[@tracyrogers311978]

I totally agree.

[@calebbartlett367]

+William Graham Couldn't agree more man however it brings back memories of my relationship with my mother and kind of makes me feel bad in a way but nonetheless amazing tune!!

[@markadams9976]

+William Graham agreed

[@matthewfelton8309]

Agree. I bury a lot of shit. Can't even force myself to cry at a funeral anymore. It takes something like this just to make me choke up much less actually cry. This song gets through even my brick wall, but mainly because it dredges up all that buried crap.

[@breekennedy7643]

This album still is the reason I’m not dead. Will never get tired of staind.

[@LighthouseENT369]

Aaron lewis is a legend and has changed many peoples lives with his music, and lyrics. Not to many artist can do that. Thanks for everything Aaron lewis!

[@bemonclemons1271]

Im so late

[@bemonclemons1271]

The drums

[@allendaigle6351]

As it said I try to b myself

[@benjaminmccoun2686]

You said it brother

[@stewartmatthews1551]

Amen Travis I remember hearing this song in the early 2000s when I was a kid

[@allecwilliams8378]

I used to harm myself as a child, terrible father figures. But this album came out around the same time….. “I’m older now and I feel like I can let some of this anger fade” 25 years later, what a different perspective.

[@panicgonrob6769]

Rest in power Jon wysocki . Greetings from Chile , the land of nü metal in South America

[@nbaoldgirl]

Damn that hurts. I didn’t know Jon died. 🙏🏾💔💔💔💔

[@alandbastardmr3523]

😢😢😢😢😢

[@MrJimmyTide]

Same.

[@LivingRed0212]

Listening to this song as an adult with children of my own the lyrics "I only know that I can change" now make me smile, because my kids have never had to feel this pain like I did. I've made sure to keep them from any "family" that might make them feel the way I did when this song came out. They are loved. They are wanted and I did it. I broke the cycle and kept them safe 🖤

[@jdbruiser]

That's brilliant, all parents should strive to keep their children from incurring mental health and social problems when they become adults.

[@mirherr1994]

I love this. I can totally relate.

[@mirherr1994]

I also have one daughter and one on the way and I can't wait to break the cycle

[@ride2010BMX]

Nothing worse than loving someone so much it pushes them away.

[@DK-vn6ed]

too much love never pushes anyone away! using others to heal our pain and to feel better in our skin pushes ppl away.

[@dweebishxx]

❤️‍🩹

[@abey616]

This!! 100%

[@slap_A_flamingo]

Break The Cycle must be one of the best albums of all time.

[@cameroncomito1354]

Thanks Aaron and the rest of the band ❤

[@SicilianSVT]

I also am 40 yrs old and this song has resonated with me since i was in HS. This is Staind’s best!

[@LexL-gv5cr]

My sister loves this song

[@kennyvilleyt]

#Staind #Fade #BreaktheCycle 2001 I try to breathe Memories overtaking me I try to face them but The thought is too much to conceive I only know that I can change Everything else just stays the same So now I step out of the darkness that my life became 'cause I just needed someone to talk to You were just too busy with yourself You were never there for me To express how I felt I just stuffed it down Now I'm older and I feel like I could let some of this anger fade But it seems the surface I am scratching Is the bed that I have made So where were you? When all this I was going through You never took the time To ask me just what you could do I only know that I can change Everything else just stays the same So now I step out of the darkness that my life became 'cause I just needed someone to talk to You were just too busy with yourself You were never there for me To express how I felt I just stuffed it down Now I'm older and I feel like I could let some of this anger fade But it seems the surface I am scratching Is the bed that I have made I never meant to fade... Away I NEVER MEANT TO FADE I just needed someone to talk to You were just too busy with yourself You were never there for me To express how I felt I just stuffed it down Now I'm older and I feel like I could let some of this anger fade But it seems the surface I am scratching Is the bed that I have made I try to breathe...

[@eugenedavila2330]

This is better than the other "lyrics" post, thanks

[@JD2010whisperer]

Get out there and live. Don't wait around for people who don't care, to come along and show you the way. Chances are they'll only lead you astray.

[@JD2010whisperer]

You are better off without them. They were not your real friends anyhow. As the song says, about being older. Once I accepted reality moving on was so easy.

[@heribertohuertajr1103]

@@JD2010whisperer this is similar to me and cause I'm still stuck in the decision i need to make and accept

[@redwolf6263]

wish it were so easy

[@CrystalWarrix]

​@@JD2010whisperer z

[@Y2K3001]

Bless you for this uplifting comment that made my day better ❤️

[@kingstonshacklebolt1431]

Man Staind was the shit

[@danielschaedig5107]

Is*

[@nbaoldgirl]

Thank you Jon and Rest In Peace 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@weberassis3556]

Legendary! Staind is so underated! I love to hear their songs when i was younger. The Good Old Days...

[@silverbirdsong]

It's like he opened up my heart and wrote everything I felt growing up with my Dad.

[@MarkM-j8o]

❤❤

[@TheSupermodel001]

This is a great fucking band. Brings back memories. Love Staind

[@joelschaffer9203]

Best band EVER!!! I did a meet & greet with Aaron Lewis back in June of this year!!!

[@williamwagner2687]

Hay you are very right this is a kick ass band. how old are you?

[@michelledavis3884]

Father fun I won't be with you on your death bed because your addiction. You chose drugs over me a long time ago

[@joyvandesales4377]

Beautiful song: Smallville.😇😇😇

[@jessicacaleno1998]

When I heard the song on there I was like omg yes! And seeing Clark grab the guy as the lightening strikes them it was a good scene.

[@MarkM-j8o]

😭😊🙂😆🤮😀😀🙃🛖👤👤​@@jessicacaleno1998

[@schmeatgod9960]

Imma say it break the cycle is a god tier album

[@NightNinja1998]

As a soon-to-be 26 year old man... This song still hits hard honestly, mainly cause... My childhood had a lot of issues, whether it was over being exposed to porn in the 1st grade, or the bullying issues I felt, let alone... Specifically... What I cry over... Is seeing that kid wanting to go over to his mom and dad, probably scared about nightmares... All to see them yelling and fighting at each other... Honestly, it'll never not be heartbreaking how much my mom and dad fought growing up... 💔 I'm just lucky I was able to stop all my anger and frustration from growing up with all these issues, even though I hate how screwed up our world is... Thank God for Jesus Christ saving me from my anger and heartache, because I needed it badly 😭

[@donholbert7986]

Fun Fact: This was the last song played on MTV before it switched over to CBS' news broadcast about 9/11.

[@Wick410]

lol

[@migol1984]

it's almost symbolic. it's like saying shut up whiny boy... there are bigger problems than your childhood disappointments.

[@tinas7504]

Wikipedia lol

[@StevenEveral]

True. I was just randomly watching MTV that morning, and this was the last video to play before it switched over to the CBS News coverage of the 9/11 attacks. That was a really screwed up morning.

[@joshthomas7999]

Never meant to fade away

[@davidpayton293]

This song is just so kick ass! NEVER tire of listening to it! The emotions in his lyrics are just amazing

[@shellieblake3886]

David Payton Opooppo

[@BrycieB]

Same

[@stewartmatthews1551]

The best band you can find out there David

[@knightartorias5182]

My dad passed away when I was barely a year old. It seems I grew up my whole life without knowing what it was like to have a father. I would always see kids at school with their dads, and it would make me feel jealous, even hurt. I began to hate my dad for dying. I remember screaming at his grave so loud, "Why did you fucking leave me?!" But the truth is, it wasn't his choice. Eventually I learned to let go of my hate towards him, but it still hurts knowing he's gone.

[@mrcagz3079]

My dad got killed when I was 2 years old. I can totally relate

[@richmondvernon9993]

Praying for you friend

[@MeowthRocket]

I give you my prayers.

[@grahamthicke]

I remember back in the day when music was about talent and honesty. I still love this band so much...just genuine and beautiful with no apologies.......

[@DrLuke49]

This song and album are almost 25 years old yet both are just as relevant now as they were on the day they dropped. R.I.P. JON WYSOCKI 🥁

[@StaticBlaster]

25 years ago my cousin Joilene was born and sadly she passed away in April. 💔Life is cruel and it's very short.

[@kylecollins8623]

I'm a forever fan of this band. Deep and heartfelt lyrics. THAT BASS LINE ON THIS TRACK!!!

[@cyetix]

I know this band has been around forever now.....but he has one of the most amazing voices of all time. Thank you Staind

[@JIBBZ5000]

Aaron Lewis your music is so inspiring, you've got me through a lot of hard times..

[@Imapro11]

lit rat country boy makes me feel what America is about he’s a real American patriot

[@ivansnegireff237]

got back my friend 👋

[@raw-kinbleachfan]

Rock music makes the world around me fade away

[@scottcpan68]

I remember when Break The Cycle was released in 2001, I bought the CD and must have played 10,000 times. I've seen Staind live more than a dozen times and Aaron Lewis solo a handful of times. Their music never gets old. I just bought tickets to see them live this coming May in Reading PA.

[@socinspection]

See ya there!

[@cachephish9695]

My relationship with my dad. I was a bastard for so long. Hits me in the feels.

[@joshuasartain2991]

Cache Phish same man , was alone with .ibe for the first time in a while and he just said why do you think I avoid you

[@enriqueperearamirez7485]

Cache Phish d

[@marked4death076]

Joshua sartain at least you know how to fix it now. And i give your dad props for being honest, its not easy to tell your own kid that even if they deserve it

[@astrobronto2266]

Cache Phish my Dad hated me his whole life and abused me emotionally and physically his final asshole move was dying on my birthday from suicide. It’s been 7 yrs and I’m not okay yet

[@surfboy2100]

Staind best band ever....still listening....now and forever....

[@mikerealundergroundmusic8057]

I wish u the best brother staind 4 life...

[@lisasuccessmindset7279]

This song never gets old. The emotion in this song speaks to my soul.

[@walterbundy8822]

Everyone is saying that this about a father but I see it that it is about my wife of 21 years that didn't help me when I needed her the most

[@awc4962]

❤

[@brandoncourville5518]

I'm still here 12/12/2024 37 years old .....1 am still suffering angry with the same pain ... this song would help me fall asleep after crying for hours after my step father beat me like a dog and my own mother telling me that I he hit me that hard ....unable to love my 4 children like im soppost to with out feeling like something is missing... I love you Ariel I'm sorry I couldn't be better I've tried... maybe one day it will be better maybe one day I'll have a conversation with someone without feeling like everything is my fault or maybe I'll be able to know what it feels like to get a loving hug from my mother ..... yeah MAYBE ONE DAY

[@APDTTMH]

Yep a black man that love R&R. I feel this shit Yo'

[@fnkrkr]

Patrick McReary Hide.

[@anastasiacallas6976]

Nate Dogg he's asking for attention, don't let him touch your emotions. It comes back to him and pisses him off. Just smile and say you wish peace upon him.

[@joanthanrobohm1669]

anastasia callas

[@interestedbabble7501]

Pain doesn't see color, fear does. I was listening to staind as a teen and here I am 35 yrs old, having a beer and still listening to staind because I'm still caused pain at the hands of others. I wish you peace in your life.

[@thunor3656]

Congratulations?

[@JungleKittie5280]

Literally my life right now..😞😞 How I feel about my older sister..

[@tante_kringe]

Fuck these lyrics still hit harder than my parents. I could never imagine treating my son the way I was treated. Angst turned into radical gentleness towards my baby, but believe me, my anger could still raze countries to dust.

[@HandsomeSteveJacobson]

Every boy needs a father but Not every father deserves a son

[@raheem2839]

THE HOOK TO THIS SONG JUST EXOLDES!!!!!!!!!! #AWESOME IS A UNDERSTATEMENT!!!!!!!! DO YOU HEAR AND FEEL ME??????????

[@sharettaingram8587]

This CD helped me to stay afloat while I was drowning in darkness...., thanks Staind 💖💕💖💕💖💕💖💕💖

[@wendishelton8252]

yeah and hes changed and helped us and himself along weve all improved

[@waynesnider9825]

@@traviswelch3636 hello I would love to help you out

[@makemeprettychic]

Same. This CD helped me through a dark time until I could get my own place.

[@allendaigle6351]

As a caterpillar to be born again like a butterfly and fly away

[@BennyJeters]

Yummy

[@rockicon]

This is a great band. It's well worth your time to listen.

[@kombuchamushroom]

Exactly. I have probably spent an entire month of my life just listening to Staind. I love them so much....

[@SlammedZero]

Just got back from seeing Staind in concert tonight. Absolutely fantastic. Doods still rock the shit out of that stage

[@lionspaw2380]

LOVE U ARON. Thank you for making my 20's bearable.

[@Daniel-r3p1c]

This album helped me out of a dark heroin addiction. Amazing how music affects us. Bless u all. Thx staind

[@rachealwilcox2229]

I think everyone has a band or artist that speaks to them like the lyrics were written for them. Staind is mine. They have been there for me through everything life has thrown at me. 30 years old and still the lyrics speak to me.

[@Bryan-ty8wq]

Amen to that. Every song I can relate to or think of a time I felt a certain way. They have gotten me though some bad times.

[@metalverhead1983]

"I only know that I can change, Everything else just stays the same"

[@phillpauley6672]

Love his old stuff more now that he's gone country. Hate me if you will but this guy is awesome!

[@trippyChief]

Yeah Aaron Lewis is the man! I wish Staind would of stayed together though.. loved them

[@trishjustice2467]

I was one when my mom left my addict father. I was 3 when the man who raised me gave me his last name and adopted my sister and I and raised us as blood which I'm so thankful for. That's my dad. But this song reminds me of my father. I wish I could send it to him.

[@Ljudet_Innan]

There was a moment in my life I decided to stop listening to Staind because it would make me feel overwhelmed by emotions. That was many many years ago. This was just recommended and I gave it a shot, once again. Just turned 41 and this music and lyrics still lingers inside me after so long. Truly transcendental music. Ineffable in a way.

[@enricogoncalves8936]

Jon Wysocki RIP 😢 you made part of our lives

[@deanwilson897]

Why can't Gen Z have good music like this in our young lives.

[@kingkrysen]

Preach omg 🙌

[@kibawhitefang7176]

Exactly. 😢

[@Debraleah64]

Cause they are immature

[@Eccentricjuices]

We do, you’re not just looking hard enough. (Stupid opinion)

[@lindabruvere3975]

This song reminds me of my first love , first serious relationship...we were at a party listening Staind together . We were such a kids at that time but the feeling were so strong and so real .

[@DCReal93]

RIP Jon Wysocki 😭

[@synthhero1347]

Wysoki is the true definition of a great melodic yet heavy drummer

[@vickiedavis207]

So much pain with years of healing. Sometimes I think that I’ve only scratched the surface! I broke down and cried this morning after listening to “ who ‘d you be today by Kenny Chesney. 15 years old my babies died and it still hurts. So I’ve been on an emotional roller coaster all day. Brought me back to this song.

[@marwanmabrook5892]

It's been ages since this masterpiece came out, i was a teenager then now im 37 , still gives me goosebumps, can't get enough of it, now that I'm older i can see that it's like this song was written for me ❤

[@MrJimmyTide]

Same age. Same opinion.

[@j-riz7513]

1986 here also and yes, the very Same . 911 WTC year vibes . This album was on top.

[@kyussblake1856]

In 2001 I can home after work to a empty house only to find a single CD on the kitchen table that had a note next to it that said "this will explain" Nothing more nothing less....On that CD had only one song burned on it... This one. That was 13 years ago and to this day I still miss her... Learned a lot from a song... to bad I hadn't learned it sooner.

[@destinyryan5367]

I grew up listening to staind and became absolutely obsessed with their music. I’m 8 months pregnant and went to see them live two days ago and it was the best experience I’ve ever had. My kid was even kicking the whole time 🫶🏻

[@ice4765]

RIP Jon. One of my favorite drummers.

[@chadmccarty3444]

I've loved Staind since I first heard It's Been Awhile and had his music burned on a CD when I was 10 years old (27 now). I can relate heavily to his lyrics and the raw, unbridled emotions he boldy expresses through his music as he takes you through the journey of pain, anger, self-acceptance, forgiveness and moving on. As a Highly Sensitive Being myself, and having had emotionally neglectful parents and being bullied as well (Just as he had), his music touches the very core of my being and has kept me thriving throughout my lifetime battle with anxiety, depression and traumatizing experinces. I love you deeply, Aaron Lewis. Thank you for everything you have taught me.

[@singhammarinacolombo4545]

Songs like these aren't written anymore. Gone are the days of heavy alternative metal. Now everything is just so cheap and flashy, Nineties rock is indomitable. Immortal.

[@tinamariemiller.96]

For real!!!

[@taylortucker4602]

holy shit this is my life right now, its nice to know I'm not the only one to feel this way, grief and loss and also lack of closure are really hard to deal with like I don't understand how I'm still here physically/mentally.

[@mrwaffles4770]

Taylor Tucker Your strong if your still here. Hang on buddy....

[@yogiyahya8341]

Im with you , Man

[@kevinprofit3371]

I forgot how good this song really was

[@xtop23]

years after the fact..... thanks aaron n the guys from staind. hits home. was thinkin about my 5 yo kiddo...... brought a tear to my eyes no lie. not in a self indulgent way..... just made me sort of peruse the baggage, if you will. helped me refocus on my daughter and stay the course. truly. thx

[@SpookyRedz]

I miss this and them

[@jeremydixon1033]

My favorite Staind tune. Fits my life perfect, not just with women, but everyone. Sometimes we just need someone to talk to.

[@RL-yu6yb]

This album was probably there best

[@edwardmartinez4120]

Definitely this song is for my father!! You guys still rock. Thank you!

[@screenieyt2478]

RIP Jon. Thanks for the awesome drumming you left us with on all these records.

[@blairpattterson]

This got me through 14 months in Iraq, thanks for the post

[@nemiza8288]

Thank you for your service. I am 14 and have no clue what its like on the field but I mean it. Thank you. Yall never get enough recognition.

[@blairpattterson]

@@nemiza8288 thanks little brother for your support

[@nemiza8288]

@@blairpattterson 👍💖

[@beaulong3876]

Thank you brother, may God bless you and touch your heart. I want to tell you I appreciate everything you've done and you're not alone in this world.

[@DavinPL]

Hooah! Salute!

[@billyhartwick481]

When I first got clean I use to listen to this song alot. The line "I only know I can change, everything else stays the same, so now i step out of the darkness my life became" it still brings a tear to my eye remembering how hard it was. Addiction is no joke

[@Rage-of-War]

I was totally spun when this came out, I can totally relate.

[@malcomsendelback5887]

This song goes out to distant family who could not help me with the death of my parents. Staind relates to inner emotions that almost everyone feels. I am happy there is a voice for the hurt and broken hearted. Go Staind

[@teresamedina647]

Seems this band is going to be the majority of the divorce soundtrack. After 20 years I was blindsided and am trying to hang on to sanity. I discovered this band by accident and so far most of their work speaks to me directly

[@phlubblebubble]

This album seemed like...over the top in its sadness when it was played the heck out on the radio back when I was in middle school. Coming back to it as an adult after having lived a bit? Okay, I get why so many people dug some Staind. Great chorus and songwriting.

[@hughbrame4193]

I hope y'all play this in Orange beach on the 14th. Can't wait 2 see you guys! 🤘 Update: they played it!!! 🤘

[@amandavaughan-hoagland9198]

This music gets me through my darkest moments.....and I am forever grateful and forever listening to there music.

[@billmack7568]

They don't play music like this anymore, most songs even use the same words and phrases.

[@freddiememer]

*Ugh*.

[@greenraven7962]

I Agree :D

[@austinshoupe1506]

@@ronnikay9064 this album is solidly in the 2000s and was openly derided as an example of how far metal had fallen at the time. And the wheel of Time turns....

[@lejink]

Mama Bird people have been saying “new music just isn’t as good as the stuff from my youth” for hundreds or thousands of years The music didn’t change, you did You just don’t hear it through your youthful and emotional self that you were years ago so the music doesn’t connect with you as it once did Just a thought, anyhow I’m 34 n find myself thinking the same thing as you sometimes

[@yearginclarke]

@@lejink I'm 33 and remember the time when this came out, I was halfway through my 15th year alive when this album came out in May 2001. I was mostly a thrash metal fan at that time, and also liked alot of old classic rock bands too like Pink Floyd, Hendrix, AC/DC, etc, etc. But the bands like Staind at the time didn't really impress me. Now, looking back, I realize that Staind had some great music. I only wish I would have understood that at the time. Back then I was too overwhelmed by albums like "Master of Puppets", etc, and in comparison the softer hard rock/metal bands were a joke to me. Now I look back and wonder how I failed to recognize some of the good music back then, because now it feels like I "missed out" on some of these bands in the PRIME of my teenage years simply because I didn't take them seriously at that time. Now I look back and realize that I lived through a decent era of music, and didn't even realize it. I guess it's like they say, "Hindsight's 20/20".

[@williamdeschenes1328]

Had the pleasure of meeting Aaron in Enfield. He was cool and talked with me for 5 minutes. Stained fan from the rip. Great new England band

[@louistrincia1180]

Well this song is one of the realist songs I have ever heard in my opinion