The You Rock Foundation: Jim Root of Slipknot

[@LimeGuy101]

"Forget the fame, forget the money, if one person survives a traumatic experience through our music, that makes all the pain and all the sacrifice worth it....you know?

[@regorf]

You know?

[@Stoyan1Dimitrov]

6:45

[@state.of.no.return]

I share a very common background with Jim, reason why i really like this guy, as person and a musician...a truly inspiration.

[@sjescone]

Not liking this because i saw this comment at 555 likes

[@birdy5470]

You can hear he's almost tearing up saying this

[@ivanstojanac7752]

"Just because you can't really see a future doesn't mean there isn't one."

[@viraadbaig6582]

Jim Root is an amazing person.No doubt !

[@Wompcago]

Ya know you are right

[@perunlowtuned]

with an amazing girlfriend and an amazing guitar collection! You rock, Mr.Root! Rock on!!!

[@kedu182]

He is the man!

[@thethotslayer471]

Lord Viraad absolutely well said brother!

[@Ryl0o]

the whole band is full of amazing people

[@ambermunch13]

we need more people like jim

[@Drunkcat008]

Ego:0% Drugs: 0% (the passed doesn't count) Sex:0% (passed doesn't count) Talent:50% Being a good person:50% Neck breaker: *OVER9999*

[@ayoutubeaccount864]

*past

[@Drunkcat008]

@@ayoutubeaccount864 fuck Sorry i failed ma grammars😅

[@gloomiy]

@@Drunkcat008 bro probably had sex thats normal shit LOL

[@MyLast2Braincells84]

Such a talented, intelligent, handsome man ♡

[@talldrinkfrombmore4206]

You know! His laugh is contagious.

[@sketchwish5982]

yea.. You know

[@camila-qe6yv]

you know?

[@90rm4n8]

Sexy is a better word

[@fredslipknot9]

He is very wise and attractive

[@nikybro]

My dad committed suicide when I was 14... and yes Slipknot and Stone Sour helped me a lot ! THANK YOU JIM !

[@hermasmora]

Damn man, f

[@MM-qi5mk]

My old man died at 16 and music helped me pull though also Hope you and your family Are doing well now , Niky

[@bradmerilic6848]

Mine did so at 16 my friend. Know you aren’t alone.

[@vile.zombie6953]

Same, even the same age

[@olispeed7258]

James if you ever see this, i love you and your music has kept me going all my life.

[@milotaconella3630]

Thanks for this, Jim is a guy down to earth and he's great because he really cares about fans. I met him years ago and he was very kind and polite. Even we smoke a cig together. Jim and You Rock Foundation thanks for this.

[@evancosman5039]

he is such an amazing guy I just love how much slipknot cares about their fans

[@goblingaming619]

ya know

[@surfingthedarkness]

I am so grateful for Jim for doing this. It was apparent this wasn't very easy for him but he gave this gift to us.

[@jam4996]

Stumbled on this by accident and damn did I need this

[@us3r11]

Please, make another interview with Jim Root. He's very smart and we can listen to him for hours.

[@sadpotaterman5079]

Take a shot everytime when Jim does a hairflick.

[@markuslindkvist3653]

no thanks i choose life

[@latenightjimbo3627]

i’ll do you one better...take a shot every time Jim says “ya know”

[@sadpotaterman5079]

@@latenightjimbo3627 well damn it you got me there.

[@chookyman1584]

@@latenightjimbo3627 say less

[@tf.00]

Extreme mode: Take a shot everytime Jim does a hairflick AND everytime he says "yknow"

[@kevinpflaum19]

"Don't wish, do." Powerful Words of wisdom by Jim Root.

[@FrankenX13]

I have high anxiety as well and to hear my idol has those problems too, it helps a lot to know he's fighting a battle like mine and I'm not alone in it. Thank you Jim, your an amazing human being, you are a huge inspiration to me.

[@MegaSmitty51]

Words of Wisdom...Life has it's own mindless way of trying to beat you down. I'm 65 and been thru some shit but no more than anybody else. 16 years of acute heroin addiction (been on methadone for 12 years), mother's suicide, divorce and loss of daughter, I don't play guitar enough but it really does help. Travelled in bands (AS A BASSIST) all over the West Coast for 40+ years. That's hard damn work but it beats crying in yer beer. Artists. In all my years of making and listening to music I've gotta say SLIPKNOT is the most intense act available to humans on earth now. That's an educated observance. I'm happy to be able to hear and see that kind of emotion put to music and show. I kinda understand the dedication and sacrifices required and the tribulations of the biz. Thank you for the inspiration and for taking Rock'n'Roll to the next level. ROCK ON!!!! RIP Paul Gray

[@regorf]

Holy shit, man, your story is moving, hope you're still doing well! Rock on \m/

[@napalmnightlight7353]

Jim does better parenting than my parents, damn

[@solo_lebeau]

He’s Uncle Root ☺️

[@napalmnightlight7353]

@@solo_lebeau bruh why you replying to my 7 year old comment

[@solo_lebeau]

@@napalmnightlight7353 uh ion know 😆

[@sishtx_anxiety]

I'm not going to lie. I lost it at the end. everything he explained is how I feel, but knowing that my my hero had/still goes through shit, and to take the time to sit down, and talk about it is just amazing. I'm so happy I look up to him. I'm so happy that he's my hero and inspiration to my playing. hearing him say that at the very end means so much to me.

[@stardust_88]

He’s so sweet

[@dukesclipz5306]

i never knew jim had these issues i h ave alot of anxiety and im still overcomming it but its nice to know ur not alon e.

[@TheNameless2810]

I know right? It's really comforting to hear a man of this caliber to talk about the same thing that I've had anxieties about coming a musician(free time on tour ec.) and it really inspires me to overcome my own stuff.

[@dukesclipz5306]

absolutly brothe i wish u luck on the journey its a tuff one but its all we fucking got!

[@scotthenson7340]

MetalHeadDuke Read up on Trent from NIN. He's had it hard 2 bro

[@dragodarken]

suffering through severe depression, im glad this was suggested, i needed this today, jims an awesome guy

[@jesushfuck5123]

Out of all the people on here I can relate to him the most

[@lifemusiclive.]

I just love how Jim is so serious about this, at the very end you can tell he gets emotionally about these things, Jim is really down to earth, favourite member, my inspiration from personality, clothing, hair, ynow he is my lifestyle.

[@12001elly]

What a sweetheart ♥️

[@fastcornbread]

He's so down to earth. Very relatable. No matter how successful you get, you still have yourself to deal with and personal BS that's just always going to be there. Also, some great advice here. Stop wishing, go out and DO.

[@ayoutubeaccount864]

Seriously tho What is going on with Jim Morris

[@s8nlx661]

Life does not discriminate. Rich or poor, it will find you, it will test you. That's for damn sure. I don't think people realize how many people are in rough shape. This hit me one day and put in perspective how many are out there. I've battling the whole depression/anxiety thing myself and my physician sent me to the psychiatrist and psychologist. So I call to set up an appointment......the next available date was over 3 and 1/2 months.....I was completely blown away....there are so many people out there dealing with these issues that it took that long to get in there.....this is clearly a serious problem that needs to be recognized and really looked into cuz this is something affecting a huge percentage of people. They treat it singularly but when there's that many people out there dealing with this, this is something more than 1 person talking to a therapist and some meds. This is a mass issue and needs a bigger picture look. This is no coincidence....something is not right. Until this gets figured out, there's just gonna be more and more people. It's definitely getting more recognized because of things like this. So it's cool someone like Jim is willing to share his own battle and shedding light on this issue. It's not something people are comfortable talking about.

[@unwxnted3675]

straight up, Jim seems like a warm and down to earth person, he just makes me smile ok? idk why he just does

[@diinm]

Jim Root is the best dude ever!

[@jazzywazzy2200]

He is doing better at giving advice than my own father has ever done. It sucks. I want parents like him.

[@yoshiandrew-kunclosed9590]

As a Left-handed guitar player, this man inspired me to never give up. He's an amazing guitarist and an great person.

[@GrimKage]

I got bad news for you... he's right handed

[@BlueFlameBird]

He's left handed and plays right handed guitar.

[@palomamelo1012]

@@BlueFlameBird plays right handed guitar? 🤔

[@theabacross1581]

Jim is such a great soul.

[@tylerblaylock1860]

Had probably the worst night I've had in a long time and watching this video the very next day spoke volumes to me. Everything he said just related to me and hearing all this from my fucking hero means so much to me. Thanks Jim. You are the reason I picked up the guitar and found happiness in something again. Thank you.

[@krAze2cOre]

I've dealt with a lot of issues in my teenage years and up to now where I am 22. I have considered suicide, I have considered drugs and alcohol as an escape from my reality. But I started listening to Metal. It sounds cheesy but Slipknot, especially, has been here for much of the dark period of my life. And their music has helped me not to fall into drugs or anything like that. I remember reading biographies of Slipknot and watching interviews about their past and thinking to myself that I should not keep on staying in that position. I was fortunate enough to meet a special person and she motivated me and supported me and now I am in a better place. Don't lose hope whoever is reading this. There are only two outcomes, either things get better or where things don't get better, you will become stronger. Either way you will get out of this hole you are now. I will always be grateful for Slipknot. Even though I am sure Jim or other members of Slipknot won't read this, I would like to thank them from the bottom of my heart for their craft.

[@MM-qi5mk]

I’m glad you found a path out of the darkness. I went through something similar. Stay strong. Your story inspired me to keep going !

[@Elliot_Z]

Just saw Slipknot last night in Toronto. Jim is quickly becoming one of my favorite rock starts. Really down to earth guy.

[@unclehowdy409]

Jim root is the role model i never had during my hard times. My dad always told me im not here to be your friend and that hurt me. One day in 6th grade I found slipknot and that's how I made it through.

[@tooktookishere]

I'm so happy that I found this. I'm going through a tough time in life right now and Slipknot helps me so much. I cannot be happy without them.

[@MikeGipsonUSAF]

Thank you Jim. Im sure Im not the only person out here that really needed to be reminded of this. You said it beautifully.

[@savinakelly]

#Talent #Honesty #Intelligent #JamesRoot💜

[@Dubble_Bubble40]

Jim, I don't know if you ever read these comments, but I just want to say that I can totally relate to the message you are presenting to us. We all have battles in our daily lives, and no matter how big or small, we need to find a way to work through these times. Your music playing has inspired me for years, but your message behind it all will last a life time. We all need that release, now matter what it is, and music is a beautiful way to connect with yourself and find that inner peace. Thank you for the inspiration, and keep sharing your musical inner-self with us to enjoy. Thanks!

[@Tragedian0sferata]

I fucking love Jim. 🤘

[@ryanreyna1794]

Who doesn't

[@laparkaschair8296]

cool man, i bet she cares...

[@demiangreen1831]

You matter and you rock... I say that to me a lot. Thank you

[@mordecaimoriarty6270]

Slipknot and Stone Sour have gotten me through more dark times than the people in my life ever have. If your only way out is through, this is the music for it. Slipknot saved my life.

[@TheLegendarySuperSaiyanBroly]

Inspiration.

[@M3thusalhem]

Slipknot has saved me several times of doing something stupid. Although the band and singer are referring to themselves in their music, still they've helped several peeps out there trying to understand that they are not alone with their pain and agony. Monster’s from the past creeping up, trying to eat you alive and summoning your biggest fears.... Thanks to them I’ve got a weapon to fight them with in my mind and dreams. Beats all the painkillers and other meds I have to take when I’m undergoing a bad period. Thanks for everything..........

[@TheMusicfan189]

What a majestic man. Incredible guitar player and an absolutely lovely bloke.

[@cocoaman435]

Pretty awesome how he talks about what he went threw, and how he has changed, love the encouragement, achievements, controlling situations, thinking positive, Jim’s bad ass, I can relate to all this. After going threw my head trauma, I see I wana push more!!! Thanks Jim.

[@joshj7407]

I know we ALL have our issues and problems in life, but THIS for me struck not only a nerve, but struck home for me in sooooo many ways... Ever since Slipknot came out in '99, they have always been a band and their music that has helped me get thru sooooo much dark and ugly shit in my life. And after seeing and hearing this from one of my key instrumental guitar idols, it means even soooooo much more. I have met Jim several times over the years, and he has always been a great guy and a equally huge personality to be around. I've told this him before, and he is extremely grateful to hear things like this from his fans. I know it's almost impossible to do, but I hope that one day I can have a one-on-one with Jim to really talk about things like this... having someone else you idolize going through some of the same dark and ugly shit you are means the world to people like myself. So I dont know IF Jim will see this, or if the people at The You Rock Foundation will pass this on to him, but thank you Jim! You are an even bigger person, influence and inspiration to me than ever! Keep up the amazing work man, and thank you for sharing this with me and the rest of us. I hope to one day thank you - even by a few drinks, dinner, whatever for this, because you really are an amazing guy!!

[@vrsq0863]

Thank you Jim, we all know now. On a level he’s a very good man, a lot of respect for him

[@rxqueen999]

It's as if he was speaking to me about the whole your head wondering part that is the problem I'm facing.... Wow love you Jim!!!

[@timlucas2843]

I must admit I’m not a slipknot fan, but Jim is absolutely correct, regardless of what people do in their life’s we are all humans enjoying beautiful planet we are blessed to live on. Cheers Jim keep up the good work and knowledge

[@linlie]

Thank you Jim

[@thethingthatshouldnotbe3035]

„If youre inside your mind a lot, you can invent things that arent real“ couldnt relate more buddy... i think its amazing that you have the courage to talk about this stuff on the internet. There are things i dont even tell my closest friends about (and there are a view id call family). Massive respect, jim!

[@ashn.3364]

Listening to this makes me feel like im not alone. Thank you jim, for those words, it means much.

[@MovezLikeDagger]

you speak my thoughts brother. thank you for having the courage to do this for us. it's a good feeling knowing you are not alone hearing it come out of someone else's mouth

[@wesley00s]

I love this guy so much !

[@Bluemountains801]

He is such an inspiration. He really motivated me to go for my dreams

[@engineeringhitman5310]

Thank you Jim Root. I appreciate your words and I feel better.

[@coreytaylor9517]

This is what I need. Whenever I feel down and troubled I always get back to this video.

[@OliverHeuschele]

Jim is a damn cool guy. I wish that I can have some beers with him and talk about the life and other things....

[@nihilist92]

Jim, you are a life saver... you have no idea Thank you

[@satanictaffy]

I have this and Corey's video saved on all my playlists...they really help me alot 🖤

[@masterweapon334]

It’s crazy how many people are relating to Jim here. It helps to know other people struggle with the same hardships as we do 💙

[@kingftring]

How can you dislike this guy?

[@ryanreyna1794]

People who don't have emotion

[@HeavyMetalKittenx]

Slipknot saved my life more than once

[@Drescher1984]

Damn this spoke to me more then any other interview I have seen in a long time.

[@happybastard1442]

This moved me really fucking bad. I really needed someone who could tell me this.-Thanks!

[@evancosman5039]

Love you Jim I can really relate to you, I just love how loving Slipknot is to their fans listening to them just makes me feel at home and safe

[@richardwright1195]

Jim you are MY FAVORITE member of slipknot. This video really HIT HOME 2 me. IT IS ME…. I’m trapped in my own mind. My own prison. Just want to say THANK YOU for who you are and the joy you bring to EVERYONE surrounding you

[@SuperJiggawhat]

That hit close to home, thank you Jim.

[@gi.mp.-]

Nobody: Jim: you know

[@Drunkcat008]

Jim *you know* root 1971/.......

[@satanictaffy]

Why shit talk a video like this? Seriously...why?

[@Drunkcat008]

@@satanictaffy bro It's not shit talking Yes,the vid is a Sirius video But it's just a joke It's not even close to shit talking

[@satanictaffy]

@@Drunkcat008 that's not how I see it...who cares if he said 'you know' once, or if he said it 137 times

[@Drunkcat008]

@@satanictaffy well That's the joke Everybody say this But they don't want to make fun of him

[@Ryan_1997]

slipknot got me through a lot over the many years ive been with them. thanks jim you're the best man.

[@Ben-bn8sh]

i dont get how people dislike this kind of Video.

[@cjsmetalhead666]

Thanks for the advice Jim. Always hits home when it comes from someone you look up to.

[@lewiscourtney2107]

It's crazy how jim root is my idol and I never knew he felt like that and in a strange way I kinda feel the exact same way sometimes with regards to being trapped in my head

[@SilkandScrooge]

Jim always seems like the most chill person. Not very emotional so it’s cool to see him open up.

[@brittanylutz804]

He exudes such wisdom.

[@michaelannetts5839]

Beautiful musician; intelligent man.

[@reddalchemy5970]

Well give me a call Mr. Root! No need at all to have troubles. Come be free with me ;). But really, I think Jim is an awesome guy and I can totally relate to things that he is conveying. I appreciate him being so forthcoming and truthful. Always enjoy interviews with him. Love you Jim......MUAH!

[@punkfan27182]

Jim is great. I had the chance to meet him at a Stone Sour signing when Audio Secrecy came out and when I got to the table he stood up, greeted me and shook my hand. He caught me off guard because I do not recall him doing that to anyone else. That was a cool moment. His openness in this video is amazing; and the work The You Rock Foundation does is so appreciated. I even have the foundations' logo tatted on my quad.

[@catknight5553]

Thank you Jim xxx

[@Locoandchooch]

Out of all the guys in Slipknot, Root seems to be the ONLY humble cat. Down to earth, not that I know him, but the way he presents himself.

[@anonymousgoat3669]

Thanks for taking the time to do this. 🤘

[@michaelcox3052]

What a good dude

[@martinexoticsusa]

Am I the only one that got chills at the end and started to cry hearing Jim’s voice break and how emotionally he got over just that one woman??!!???

[@lizzumzzz]

I am so in love with this man

[@themanofthehour5665]

Such a nice humble guy. Fame and money isn’t important but if music changes and helps someone who tragic circumstances. It’s worth it

[@scotticidal]

Thanks Jim

[@zombie769]

And this right here is why Slipknot, and its members, are my idols. Can't wait to see them in a few days :)

[@Metallevile]

I can relate to this guy so much... I'm in my own head a lot and suff from Anxiety sometimes. Drumming has been a huge positive outlet in my life.

[@wrknhvc7708]

Jim you’ve made it possible for me to like you even more than what I did. You’ve always been one of my favorite guitar players. I aspire to be as a talented guitar player and a better person like you.

[@thelmathorn3622]

First off, I absolutely love Slipknot and Stone Sour. I play different kinds of music just with a few friends and stuff, mostly acoustic and electric numbers. I really enjoyed hearing this from Jim because I have the same problem he had, I just turned 31 and have a 2 year old daughter, I had some horrible things happen to me when I was 8 to 13 years old and in high school I turned to partying with friends, I was pretty popular in my small high school years you know and smoking weed and drinking which wasn't to bad but about a year out of school in like 2005-06 I started cocaine =and pain pills because I had some close friends that were into it and it was what it was. Living in a small town its bad with pain pills and heroin..so from 06 ish to 08 I got clean because I moved about 4 hours from home because of a good job. I got laid off in lte 08 and returned home. I started hanging out with old friends which most of them were not bad people they were just opiate addicts. So I got hooked on OxyContin for 2-3 years..when I couldn't afford and got tired of that life I went to get "help" I got put on buprenorphine "subs" ,that was 2011 and I'm still on them, I have very bad anxiety as well which I understand why. Ive been wanting to getoff these for the last few years..But I don't want opiates anymore and my buprenorphine is all I take besides a drink here and there and I sometime smoke weed because it helps my anxiety. I think its lot better then being dependant on Xanax or something..Long ass story shortened I feel the same way Jim did, I cant get out of my own mind, I am always freaking out about gossip on the internet about events around the world and I actually had a severe panic attack a week and a half ago and was hospitalized because of something I saw on here and went to bed thinking about it until I was 2-3 hours laying in bed and my heart was pounding so hard, I was freaked out over something and just lost it. Plus my daughters mom which I still love cheated on me and then left me for him about September 2016, we are civil with eachother cuz our daughter but that all hasn't helped. She put me through hell, for real. This story of Jims kinda helped me think a little different and I'm grateful I saw this video. Thanks a lot, its greatly appreciated

[@Bballinindahoodkk]

Same I don't fit in at school

[@allexfenty]

Bless your heart Jim! Peace brother

[@saigenrose1032]

Thank You Jim, \m/!

[@ryansaunders683]

I am so glad to have just heard you speak. Thanks for sharing 'You' with us...not just artistically through music, but your 'actual self'.

[@savinakelly]

This Is a Great Work! I Loved This! Is Very Important That The Teens on Around The World Understand That Always Have a Way To Fight to Suicide, Problems of Home, Depression... They Not Alone! #YouMatter #You'reNeeded #YouRock💜💜

[@Halocline]

Jim is my inspiration.

[@Vertlin]

You look like Jonathan Davis.

[@Halocline]

I do? That's new... ;')

[@isinforgrins27]

Thank you Jim.

[@Sk8Riffer]

Amazing dude, so humble. Love ya bud, keep those good vibes going brother.

[@jeffdawson2786]

Jim, thanks ❤

[@Zoddddd]

I like this guy alot.