The Pretty Reckless singer Taylor Momsen on battle with depression | Nightline

[@maria89]

They're a pretty successful band, but still incredibly, incredibly underrated.

[@jeanwagner1977]

UIII

[@lobsterclown5224]

Cause they suck

[@Sofia-vl6yn]

So true!

[@haileyjuliasuarez6988]

❤️❤️❤️

[@oizys.verdant7064]

They are like the #1 Band in metal... how is that underrated?

[@lisapark7717]

She is ahead of her time. I remember when she first started releasing music and people couldn’t deny her music was good, but it was overshadowed by society’s inability to accept Gossip Girl’s Jenny showing such a “dark side” or “promiscuse side”. Now, people (I hope) realize how vulnerable and raw she’s been to show how hard depression and life can be. I can’t even imagine going through regular life..in the public eye. Especially as someone who’s been in the industry at such a younger age, when things were so different than they are now…best wishes to Taylor. She rocks. Her music rocks. Queuing it up after this!! Wish her nothing but goodness. Over and out.

[@rosk.wilburn5847]

Jenny💛💛

[@jankova0013]

what she played in Gossip Girl?

[@lucreziamorganti9115]

She’s always been an exceptional and deep artist underrated just because of the judgement of a superficial and omologative society.

[@annalisavajda252]

Well some people only care about image as she said they were more interested in her clothes than her words so a shallow society is depressing to anyone with real depth. Sad part is though as you get older more loved ones die so pain just accumulates sometimes and there are other heartaches other than death too.

[@snoozyq9576]

Oh please darkness and promiscuity are nothing new. Some bands are juat bigger than others. Heaps of talented artists you'll never hear about.

[@A5H_01]

I remember seeing when she first turned to rock and everyone said she had "taken the wrong path" or that she must be a gothic drug fiend because she's a rocker. Honestly, the saddest and most heartfelt stories you hear are in the rock industry. So many legends that rule the industry are long gone. Taylor has lost a lot of friends in the industry. Taylor is an amazing musician and she's an absolute trooper. She has a voice of a rockstar and the face of an angel. That juxtaposition us just so alluring. What a strong woman. She deserves an apology from the Internet.

[@mssandman43]

My daughter introduced me to the Pretty Reckless. She'd play her cd's in the car. I loved it. They are such an awesome band. I'm a huge fan now. I'm so glad Taylor is back. I know that deep dark hole of depression and it is hard as hell to dig your way out of it. Keep rocking Taylor.💕

[@waverlyking6045]

I live in small town Ohio and a lot of people around me view rock musicians and even a lot of rock fans as drug addicted, sexual deviants. Meanwhile, these same people who are so down on rock culture are huge country music fans. Country music itself has a long history of dysfunction that survives to this day.

[@mikenewbold1699]

haha you have blue hair which means your emotionally unstable yourself lol

[@A5H_01]

@@mikenewbold1699 Haha, and I can't say your last name without my furniture floating

[@leyetelleblue6696]

@@mikenewbold1699 Blue hair = emotional unstability? What in the dumb logic!?💀

[@619R3D]

She's an amazing talent glad she's pulling through & sharing her gift with the world!!! Keep rockin Taylor!!!!

[@juniorhubler1510]

I have been struggling with depression for a long time since I was 8 years old so I know what she is going through and I wish her the best.

[@Hope4Life26]

That’s young!!! Mine started between 10-11 and I’ve been fighting it ever since. I’m just now starting to see the light but it’s hard man. Thanks for sharing!

[@lashaesmith3440]

I became suicidal and depressed at eight after seeing my mom killed at five. Childhood trauma and depression aren't taken seriously enough. I hope you have found peace and happiness!

[@juniorhubler1510]

It's a struggle every single day but I deal with it I tried killing myself twice when I was around 15 and 16 but not since then I kept wondering what I did wrong that why I didn't succeed in it but I know now that there was a reason for me being here and I have my good days and my bad days but I'm still here and will continue on until my time is up whenever that may be but no more suicide attempts and I feel bad for people who do kill themselves because maybe the next day might have been a better day for them and this is an important issue that has been going on for a long time but people are still not completely informed about all the signs and need to be there are more than people want to admit there is but people who don't struggle with it ignore it and think that if they do it will just go away but it doesn't and needs to be addressed or more people are going to die from it than what already does and it takes more lives every year than all natural disasters and accidents combined.

[@lashaesmith3440]

@@juniorhubler1510 amen your right! You did nothin wrong sweetheart. And yes your still here and you stand for something. I'm proud of you for having the awareness you do tho. It gets better. There's good days and bad. We're here to spread love and healing not have children suicidal. We've went so far from helping each other tho. I hope you have good days only. I hope that shadow over your face called depression, leaves and never comes back. Your not alone.

[@annabelled964]

she is pure and authentic. She is extremely rare.

[@ganasde65]

"Make Me Wanna Die", "Under the Water" and "House on a Hill" are my favs of hers...her voice is amazing

[@jenessaislit5823]

Yesss

[@paigebarnum7848]

Love you SOOOOOOO MUCH 😘💋💋💋😘💋

[@kompulzive]

25 is probably my favorite.

[@mountainman4969]

I think Harley darling Is one of their best. It’s a letter of love to her best friend. Got so high is damn good too

[@rikkparr8951]

The depression side of it. She speaks volumes. It's exactly that. The light IS there, but when your in the dark you don't see the light. It takes extreme strength and courage and bravery to take that first step towards the light. To those out there struggling with addiction or mental health, we'll get there.

[@teresamurray6127]

I love her voice. She's a natural talent for sure. Praying for peace and happiness in her life. 🙏🏻

[@reinhardt5405]

She's right. Once you experience the death of a dear loved one, you will never ever be the same. Now you simply have to deal with it. You don't really understand how difficult it is until you experience it. Best wishes to her and I hope she pulls through. She's still a young lady, so much to live. Stay strong, Taylor

[@toriponce11]

I am so relieved to hear Taylor's words in this interview. She seems to still be in a profound place of healing, which can be so daunting & unsteady, but she's not given up. I've worried about her mental health, so it's wonderful to see she's opening up. She's been an inspiration & hero of mine for probably 9 years. I hope she continues caring for herself & always knows that she is a LIGHT ✨🕯️💫

[@gdionwood]

Taylor, irrespective of the ignorance of the mainstream media and people weighing in on only what you wear, there are some of us that really understand great music and powerful lyrics and the incredible talent that you and your band have, and are grateful! You are putting out incredible stuff out there! The Pretty Reckless are extremely underrated! you guys deserve so much more! don't let anything stop you from keeping up the amazing work!

[@blue-calla]

I don’t know much about Taylor but she seems very inspirational. She’s overcome so much and was able to push through it. I wish her much continued success. 🖤🖤

[@davidwolfe6773]

She's such a wonderful woman been following her since the first pretty reckless album and they are so underrated she has a voice for rock and roll if you listen to her cover of champagne supernova it's mind blowing of how good it is and the power of her voice I highly recommend checking it out.

[@jeanwagner1977]

Buzzes iftl

[@youtubegirl4252]

I'll have to look that up!

[@haileyjuliasuarez6988]

Love her since gossip girl

[@haileyjuliasuarez6988]

@Arianas Girl no she didn’t

[@luckycasas]

I’m so happy she’s picking herself up. I don’t actively listen to her music, but I’ve watched her grow in her career and I commend her for talking about this. Very brave!

[@monio.9444]

She's such a badass. Right up there with Amy Lee, going through so much darkness and being so judged for being a woman, yet she's so strong and brave.

[@sirricwebb8287]

Her scream is so good. It's beautiful to hear her scream in her songs,...almost as cute as her clearing her throat just before singing any of my favorite songs she does that in. Yep. Big old fan I am.

[@SixFootTurkey_]

Incredible woman, incredible band!

[@chriskelly6559]

I'm 66 and have 3-4 of their songs on my playlist, for years.

[@stormcorrosion176]

Lmao nah

[@robertholland7558]

Rather one Taylor Momsen then a million Taylor Swifts!

[@balgus82]

@@MH-xk6en You don't have to comment that on every single post dude.

[@LeileeBaker805]

🤲🎵

[@meganvalenz]

I love Taylor. She is so down to earth and honest.

[@gymnastmomma6908]

This is an amazing woman! So much talent! I respect her so much for going public with this. She's never going to know how many people she's going to help find the courage to seek help for their depression.

[@gymnastmomma6908]

@@MH-xk6en that is really cool!

[@TheChef470]

My God I'm in tears. Taylor is an amazing talent but as an artist they are often vulnerable and the same source that feeds their creativity can also take them to a very dark place. One day at a time.....stay safe.

[@mrblondeheart9562]

Found her music in the lowest time of my life. Growing up being abused and dealing with the trauma was unbearable but Taylor’s music helped me keep my sanity through it all. “Death by Rock and Roll” is easily my favorite song ever and I look forward to hearing more from The PrettyRecklace!

[@mmaries9052]

Stay strong Taylor ..RIP to the two great souls lost … there is light at the end of that tunnel. I’m 49 and battled worst pain I’ve ever endured with depression. Never could I ever imagine even smiling again. Suicide prevention Awareness and celebrities speaking raw truth can make a huge difference in someone’s life. I almost lost my battle with depression… I thank God every single day I was able to push through the worst pain imaginable ❤️

[@davidjohnson3977]

Okay, I dont usually post anything. I love this band and I had NO IDEA who she was prior to being the rock star in the band. I came to them/her for the incredible music. Seeing this story blows my mind. Depression is such a battle. I used to think it was an excuse, then I was given the gift of first hand knowledge of how it feels when "the bag goes on your head and you go down the hole of hopeless despair". I think it is eye opening to see this story and I knew when I bought the album that this song "Only love can save me now", and most of the album was different in words from prior work. It is one of my favorite songs she/they do and the unplugged version will give you goose bumps! Taylor you are the light! You are legit and relevant! I am sure my wife and I are coming to one of the upcoming shows. Keep the faith, keep positive & moving forward and keep rockin Taylor! I know it is a constant battle. May God Bless you and the people around you!

[@marissalyn]

I love her. She was one of the people who’s helped me with my depression when the pretty reckless started. She’s awesome🥰❤️‍🔥

[@abaddonlannister6573]

She is so amazing and precious, her voice and music is so awesome... she would have been a MASSIVE loss for the world, so so glad she was able to recover from it !!! honestly, hearing this as someone who went through depression, suicidal thoughts almost doing it 3 times holding the knife at my throat, drug abuse and more (but recovered as well) only makes me want to hug her !

[@liseyx]

she is such a treasure i’m glad she’s getting back on her feet

[@mikecox1974]

Saw The Pretty Reckless first time ever about a month ago with The Warning and Halestorm was an epic show all bands kicked ass. Was the first concert I went to in about 13 years since my 16 year old was 3. And first time leaving the house to do anything social since the pandemic and since my wife of 16 years passed away from cancer. I know the deep depression Taylor speaks of, she is an awesome person, talented and an inspiration. So much love and respect for her. Keep rocking we will keep listening.

[@tschandraheinze1680]

I love her music 🎶 🎵. Good for her takin control of her life in ways she wants to. So sorry for all the hard times. Happy your back and really enjoying your heart.

[@tschandraheinze1680]

@@MH-xk6en OH wow! I think her road was made for her. I am a fan of the hard work she has gone through and hard life's lessons. She is a smart old soul. Who is super humble. Sticking to her kind heart ❤️ 💙 hellos from Alaska Tschandra

[@tschandraheinze1680]

@@MH-xk6en yeah. That is one way of seeing it, but.i look at it like they are both living lavish lifestyles and have paved the path there are now. Both equally famous in different ways.

[@wesebeling]

This was such an overdue and welcomed spotlight. Just amazing artists, songwriters and musicians. Death by Rock & Roll is hands down their greatest album (and that is a statement, as they have so many great ones). Knowing some of this backstory and hearing such heartfelt songs about these tragedies, it brings EVEN MORE power and emotion to the record. Yeah, its a bad-ass rock and roll record, but it’ll break your heart too.

[@derekfelix8188]

Taylor is amazing. She's been through so much. What a powerful voice and a huge heart. Such an inspiration for so many who are battling demons everyday. 💜⭐️✨️

[@amisguidedgh0st]

completely 🦋❤

[@michellehuffman2025]

I can totally relate to every word she says, that it never really goes away. I've found, I just have to keep moving, one breathe, one moment, one day at a time. Glad she's finding her peace and ways to get through it.

[@mountainman4969]

Some of their best music came from that time in her depression. It created the album death by rock ‘n’ roll!

[@sarahbellee.bradburn8760]

I hope Taylor can heal, it’s uprooting watching someone who was fine just yesterday pass away the next. I lost a loved one suddenly by similar circumstances & wouldn’t wish that hurt on anyone. I can’t imagine going through grief with a high profile career like hers. I know getting help took strength. Y’all please know your life is intrinsically valuable & you deserve to heal. You’re needed, you’re loved, and you’re appreciated.💚

[@kittymetal186]

A great message & so well written.

[@jeanwagner1977]

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[@herbsmith5764]

I totally love this woman! She is hard but vulnerable, Soft but strong and has one of the greatest voices in music!

[@carriehart3842]

love and light sent to Taylor Momsen....she is awesome and an inspiration indeed

[@ernie548]

Clinical depression, is hard to explain or convey. Best wishes for her. I hope she sticks with some professional help.

[@jankova0013]

​@@MH-xk6en really? I love Miley but I think Taylor would be better for the role 😍

[@SFV_Aurora]

Wow how terrible I am so sorry for her losses. I am glad she’s keeping her head up. You got this girl ✊🏽

[@angelrobinson4428]

People say she has completely changed to another person..she really hasn't changed her personality never changed and very smart..She has always been into rock music from an early age...She was frustrated because she was only seen as Jenny from Gossip girl! People just need to realize she is not that character and is her own person! I can totally understand

[@CLROUGH]

This whole journey of her has always has had me fascinated. You’re an absolute warrior Taylor!

[@AA-qb7ni]

I hate how the media thought she was absolutely crazy for turning "goth". Like, no. She just wanted to have a music career and she did that amazingly.

[@AndreaStote]

I been so deeply in "that place" and there is a way out and you can be happier than you could ever imagine, no matter how long you were lost.

[@matthewnelson325]

The longer you have it the more it changes you ... The Overwhelming and Unrelenting force of Depression could Crush Diamonds ! : (

[@AlexPerez-pn7pw]

She’s so under rated it hurts. I fing love her so much 💖

[@neonlitez11]

'Make me wanna die' was one of my favorite songs in college lol I love Taylor Momsen

[@NeverlandSystemAngel]

She puts on an AMAZING show! I got to see her a few months ago and I LOVED IT! The band was brilliant, her vocals amazing!

[@dorrahadrich9431]

Taylor, this life is meant for living.. you've done AMAZING so far and thousands of people are proud of you, the artist you are, the fighter you are.. I cannot wait to see you perform live (November 2022 🤘🤘)

[@ldy2hzlft1111]

Im a mom of kids her age,I love her music!

[@Deedee-ee1sg]

Really like her voice. Great lil rockin band. She comes across very likeable and level-headed. Love and POSITIVITY to her and the band.

[@PoetryAndTofu]

I've been so inspired by Taylor and the whole Pretty Reckless band. Their music is a staple for me now.

[@edyoung6756]

I've been diagnosed with Bipolar disorder which is half mania and half depression. I understand a lot of what goes on with this condition. To me, Taylor seems such a courageous and tenacious fighter against those depressing lows and dangerous highs when dealing with it. I admire her spirit. BTW, a friend and I saw The Pretty Reckless in Greenville, SC recently. If you like heavy rock and roll that's performed with pure passion, go see them live. They don't disappoint.

[@christimecarmona6810]

Awww hang in there! My boyfriend passed February 9th, 2021, he suffered bipolar. I was not use to being around someone who suffered depression. My boyfriend had a mental breakdown one night and could not stop crying. I just kept hugging him. I completely understand depression with people. I am not a doctor, but we just need to make sure our loved ones are good. My boyfriend passed Liver Failure, he was 45. He was a great guy.

[@jgaffney567]

@@christimecarmona6810 My condolences. Yeah it is sad the stigma and lack of understanding people have with most thinking aw you feel sorry for yourself snap out of it . Feel better

[@christimecarmona6810]

@@jgaffney567 Yep! Thank you! 💞

[@DemiGiveMeJemi]

She was my idol as a teen and still is today. She's so strong, talented, and inspiring 🖤

[@lebiasa]

One of my favorite performers!! Always cheering for her.

[@rosacamara2798]

Sweetie take care of yourself. I have battle depression 40 year love your beautiful life

[@rockriverash3120]

Taylor and TPR are awesome!! I've battled depression and suicide and understand her and their lyrics....keep rocking out TPR!! Much love and respect!!

[@robertcabrera6232]

I'm a 59 yo rocker who had no idea who Taylor Momsen or The Pretty Reckless were until getting stuck at home during the height of the COVID mess. While there I spent a ton of time on KZbin wasting time watching videos and listening to music. The algorithm kept feeding me her songs as being something I'd like, so I finally broke down and listened to "Heaven Knows", which led me to "F'd Up World", then "Take Me Down", and the more I listened, the more I liked. I was sold! Next thing I know I'm buying their records, have become a fan, and can't wait to being able to see them live. Great to hear that she's on the mend spiritually, and back playing again. The world needs young musicians like her that are willing to put their hearts on their sleeves and go all-in into their music. Rock on Taylor!!

[@alicekasey8516]

I just got to see her a couple months ago with Shinedown with my daughter, which you can hear all her emotions and passion in her sons. Her and the band getting to tour with Shinedown was very inspirational to see. I know what depression feels like personally and also the loss of people close to us. So glad she is sharing this with others who might be going through their own hard times.

[@maryannsarkady7950]

I’m a domestic abuse survivor which ended with a gun to my head. I fell into the deep dark and when my dog died it plunged me deeper into the dark. It’s been 2years and I am just now getting healed.

[@ares6953]

Remember you are stronger than you know and there is light at the end of the tunnel ! I wish you a long and very happy life !

[@maryannsarkady7950]

@@ares6953 thank you❤️

[@petejames1000]

Remember.. there's always sunshine after rain. God bless x

[@sn4pdr4g0ns]

@@MH-xk6en Read the room, dude. Why are you posting this garbage spam?

[@bellabowwow2204]

@@sn4pdr4g0ns miley matters. little J would have been perfect on a disney show

[@chonrie1]

She's a wonderful performer. Best wishes for her.

[@SnowPiercer1975]

I came across the Pretty Wreckless sort of organically and fell in love with the music before I even knew Taylor was a child star. After I found out later it made even more sense how this young person seemed to be writing from a deep well of life experience despite her age

[@ikimchi4753]

She has been one of my fashion icon inspo 😭 Still rocking in 2022. I love her eye makeup here

[@Absorbing146]

Music can over come tragedy ,Some may take longer but it will pass and music will take you through it

[@blondiek5844]

Her music is amazing! I like her!

[@danndann6994]

singer 🙌🏻songwriter 🙌🏻composer 💕She is a Talented Princess 💕 A great performer ❣

[@Reaper-cm4jr]

Taylor, please never stop trying. You are a very gifted artist and Loved By Many.

[@kiki.arielscrystalco]

Great interview, go Taylor! & RIP Chris, we'll love you forever. xx

[@heathersutherland8225]

Super talented woman! Wishing her all the best. I hope she recovers and continues putting out her music. It touches and helps so many others. ♥️♥️♥️

[@Amber-98]

I'm so proud of her she deserves better.

[@emilysmartins]

I remember how much I used to love this band as a teenager. She's very talented, I hope the best for her. ❤

[@amberhoward7807]

Her words literally made me bawl! Just tears started streaming and I guess that is how much I have been suppressing it all and just to hear someone else who's been there say hold on really breaks down those walls... In a good way I hope...

[@Dynasty1818]

One of the greatest rock voices of all time, she has an ability to sound great across a range of genres.

[@makijoy]

her music got me through hard times. i’m partially vocally inspired by her and recently started a band with some awesome people.

[@denamitchell2334]

Thank you for fighting the dark with music. You save me many days.

[@panagiotaAm109]

An amazing person and singer! I love her music so much! Best wishes for her

[@adriannesylvestri9873]

This is so raw, thank you Taylor for sharing.

[@labenditacontrasena]

Millones la amamos y le deseamos lo mejor. Ella es nuestra reina.

[@MissCarrieH]

She's such a force of nature, I love her 🥺❤️💖✨

[@GlassCaskett]

They are a very amazing band and she has an amazing voice. I hope she keeps making music!

[@vancesnyder2426]

What a performer. Time and support can take away the edge of hurt but it is something you learn to live with and be more aware of what place you are coming from.

[@jimmyrecce8787]

She has an amazing voice and a wonderful woman who has a very bright future....🎸🎸🎸

[@Bayonettamachinekill]

You got this girl. Continue making those albums I will keep listening

[@martymakarick1552]

Dear Taylor please take time for yourself , I went through it too. put it in check and recover. I love your work you are very talented love.

[@hannahelizabeth_htd4life]

I started to cry durning this. Because everything she said is true. Shes truly an amazing and talented artist who gets underestimated when she shouldnt. Ive been through what she has with depression. It really does feel like hell.

[@audreykoskei4072]

I've been a fan since I was a teenager, The Pretty Reckless is so so good.

[@PochoNews]

Congrats to her and her bandmates for getting thru that journey.

[@callmeglee]

Interviewer was actually good. Im proud of you Taylor.. I am struggling with dep for 4 years now. But its gettin kind of better.

[@buzzbrutusexcelsior2236]

Best wishes ❤️ ♥️ 💕 💖 to her and all who battle depression.

[@randyfrost1160]

Stsy strong miss taylor..we all go through hell some worse then others but god only gives the strong the hsrd path..be blessed hun

[@moreblack]

That was great, well done. She's so good.

[@lukeconnolly2583]

The ultimate answer to all the questions is life is life. As hard as life may be it's always the hardest for the one's that are left behind. So just keep living breathing because it effects more than just yourself.

[@tenabruce3548]

I know exactly how you feel !!! I have mental problems and deep depression and anxiety!!!! So To Chris, And Others, you’ve lost!!!! I Love ❤️ Ur Music and Voice!! U Rock!!! Hell Yeah!!!! I’m A Fan,And I’m Older!!!!

[@suorfrio7321]

Love her, love the band, love the album, love Chris Cornell and love music. It has definitely saved me too, time and time again.

[@sirricwebb8287]

Nice to hear the stories behind the music. I love this band .... She did the right thing pulling together this magical musical thing inside herself. Even after this aweful stuff happened.

[@Victor.McCann]

I love her for everything she has done love the music and the writing the songs and I am very glad you servived the depression and all the lost Love you

[@Suprachiasmatic]

I’m 40. I have been fighting depression since I was about 10. 30 years of my life and I have to say, when I hear someone Taylor’s age say “it gets better” it pisses me off. And that’s not her fault, but like at what point? Half my life is gone and no matter what I do I’m still as messed up as ever. I love her music and I’m glad she’s feeling better. I just wish I could figure out how to get there myself.

[@abbiealverez2960]

the point is at no matter what age don't ever give up just keep fighting. would you rather her say it gets worse? you need to have hope and believe it does get better

[@mialex810]

It never gets better, it never goes away. There's just moments where you feel better for a little bit. Those moments come and go.

[@amisguidedgh0st]

I love her! I love TPR. Know them since the beginning. She has been an inspiration for so many years... along with Hayley Williams who also fought her battles. Love You Tay. Stay Strong ❤🦋 sending love ❤ 🦋

[@solarfinder]

I stumbled across her music and while a bit dark has some seriously powerful lyrics. Smart and talented kid that I wish the best

[@Dryvlyne]

I remember seeing them live at Rock on the Range after they first came out and I wasn't impressed. Taylor seemed very insecure in her singing at the time. However, I recently saw them again in April opening up for Shinedown and it was like a complete 180. She seemed much more secure & confident in her singing and stage presence. I wouldn't say they're my favorite band but they've definitely earned my respect now. Regarding depression, I'm glad to hear she's made it through the worst of it and is speaking out about it. I suffered from depression a lot through High School and thought about harming myself many times. I even made a couple of half-hearted attempts to end it but thankfully couldn't go through with it. I slowly but steadily came out of that depression starting in my mid-20s and feel like it completely lifted in my early 30s a few years after my first daughter was born. Now I have 3 beautiful children from 14, 11 and 3 which is something I never thought was a possibility in during the height of my depression. Now after going through depression, I really fear for the battle that my own kids may endure with it at some point and it's one of my biggest fears to be honest.

[@tamarac7896]

Just saw her a few months ago with Shinedown, what a great show.

[@JessicasASMR]

I love her and TPR so much

[@rshfn44]

it depresses me that I cant have her to myself ... wishing her the best of health & happiness.