When Shawn gasped and grasped his chest right where his heart is I knew he truly felt for everyone in this situation whether he knows them personally or not. I love these two so much, you can just tell they care with their whole heart!
I love you guys, so much so capable of showing true compassion, and Sean never being afraid to show that men hurt too…. To me that’s a real man…. God bless you both.❤❤❤✌🏽☮️🤲🙏
I wondered if you’d get to this song. It tears me apart every time. Chris wanted to do this to bring attention to the issues of Mental Health. It is so heavy, but when you love someone that much that you are willing to take it all on just to help that person through…. What is love if it isn’t that! But you know you are one of the only reactions I have seen that acknowledge the toll it takes on the one seeing them through that pain, I appreciate that. As always you two are wonderful, thoughtful and let your emotions freely show and that’s why I am here always watching you guys!
I began having bouts of depression in 1989. My husband never knew what he would come home to. Eventually, I was diagnosed with Bi-Polar ll and Major Depression but it took decades to get the correct diagnosis and help that I needed. But through it all, my husband was by my side. When Chris sings “It Takes A Woman” I tell my husband that it’s actually about him.😊. Because he exudes all of the goodness that Chris Stapleton mentions in that song. He is my comfort. He is my light and he is, because of my introversion and from suffering from so many years of depression, my only real friend. He is everything. Oh, I know what some will say…that I need to make new friends and that I shouldn’t rely on my guy like I do and I AM getting there. It’s just taking time. God bless all of you. This song and video got the waterworks turned on early this morning. I hope you all have a wonderful day.❤
The writing in this song is amazing. U can just listen to the lyric video and still get it. "Pretend I'm a shelter for heartaches that don't have a home". What a line. Beautiful. Breaks my heart every time.
This reminds me of myself I don’t have a great support system because I hate worrying my family but things seem so bleak & lonely at times! Chris Stapleton is the Bartender! ✌🏻☀️! Happy Belated Birthday to you Peace & love to you & your family. ☮️🌸
This is one of the most powerful songs and videos I have ever seen, seems how I'm somewhat living it myself. The first time I seen this, it literally broke me. My wife hasn't been well for about 13 years now and has been fighting with depression because of it. To see her on the days and weeks where I can see it in her face, that she just wants it to stop, kills me. She is getting better some, but there when it first started, I had to take off work for 6 1/2 years to take care of her. Twice she told me to leave so I could have a life, other than what it had become. Yeah, that's something that will never happen!! But to know that there are days that she feels like that, terrifies me. She is my hero!! She saved me a long time ago. She pulled me back out of a bottle, picked me up off the ground and got me right again. When I asked her why she even bothered, she just said that she seen a good man that needed some help and love. So this song and video hits close to home for me.
Depression and Anxiety are seriously no joke. Sometimes people think they understand and have good intentions when trying to help but I think it's impossible to understand if you haven't gone through it and that's okay because I would prefer nobody experience it themselves. With that being said it takes a toll on those who surround them and much respect for the ones who stay through it all. I can't say someone who doesn't stick through are horrible people but you really have to be strong enough for two people. This is probably the most powerful song I've heard to date and I can't imagine how hard it was for him to record this and perform repeatedly.
@@ginakaus7446 just remember to take one day at a time. When your anxiety starts up remember to breathe and know it's normal. The more you fight the anxiety the worse it gets. There are many different triggers and most are unavoidable. Remind yourself that it's the anxiety messing with you and can play mind tricks on you. I know a lot of people say medication for it is bad but it can help. It takes at the very least 2 weeks to notice any change but does get better and just knowing there is light at the end of the tunnel helps. I wish you the best. Also, I know how hard it is to do anything productive while struggling with this but exercise will help, I promise. It releases feel good endorphins and your body is starving for that during depression and anxiety attacks. Good luck and feel free to update me if you'd like. I'm rooting for you as I have struggled off and on with it for 30 years. I lost my dad and sister within the last 3 years and feel like I lost tons of progress I've made but think daily on how I can pick myself back up so I truly do feel your pain and would not wish this on anyone.
@@19holly19After I was diagnosed I started thinking back to when all this started that Im going through and I was about 13 so been struggling for awhile 😔 I'll keep all this in mind thank you for the advice ❤ So sorry for your losses :( I lost my dad over 6 years ago :(
@@ginakaus7446 many people realize they have struggled longer than they realize, they just didn't know what it was until it got worse. I really hope your appt goes good!
The first time I heard this I cried my eyes out. I suffer from depression and anxiety and panic attacks. I am blessed that so far my meds have me stable. This is my husband I know I can fire away and take my best shot because he is a rock for me.
My only child my son suffered terribly with mental illness. Unfortunately whatever we did to try to help wasn’t enough. He ended his life in October 2012. The heartaches never ends but I believe he is at peace and finally happy in heaven. I will see Him again. 💔
i thank god for my husband, he understands that it isnt him, but that somedays i cant funtion and just cry. I cant explain my thoughts, but i know he is there! love for all who suffer this and those who love them!
This message is so powerful, that everyone who sees this video gets involved with the story and almost forgets the flawless voice of Chris in the background.
I had to watch this twice to understand...she has Manic/Depressive (or Bipolar) Disorder. Moments of extreme euphoria and extreme depression. It's heartbreaking. And it is wonderful that celebrities are bringing awareness. And your reactions were wonderful!
There but for the grace of God...My wonderful wife suffered severe depression with suicidal ideation. She tried to take her own life twice. We struggled and fought for ten years to get her the help she needed. It was hell. We finally found a doctor who could truly help. Thirty years later she is strong, healthy, and happy. We have three amazing children and five grandchildren. For those suffering, don't give up. Fight for your life. Help is available. Seek it out. You are worth it. For those in a relationship with someone suffering, don't give up on them, don't let them give up on themselves. Your love and commitment to them can make all the difference. It will most likely be the hardest thing you'll ever do. But, when you both come out the other side it is glorious, like stepping into the warm sunshine after a season of cold, gloom, and rain.
Shawn & Mel, Chris wrote this song to bring mental health issues out to bring these issues out to help educate people. I think she was bipolar and had depression issues. This is difficult to live with. It’s extremely frustrating and frightening. I have a very dear friend who was bipolar and she suffered horribly. I love Chris Stapleton’s gift for writing songs. You can tell he and his wife are down to earth people. Thank you Chris!!! LadyGator1983 🐊🐊🐊
My daughter went through this and as a parent you try all you can we reached out for help and she was going to do what she wanted 😢 She is resting in peace now ❤🙏
I’m sorry for your loss. My daughter has suffered with mental illness most of her adult life. She’s 43 now and I haven’t seen her in more than 2 yrs. She’s on the street somewhere, self medicating with anything she can get. I have accepted that I will be getting a phone call one of these days.
Thank you so much for this. Most people have no idea what a struggle it is to deal with depression and keep functioning. When you have the right partner, who is willing to deal with the almost constant struggles with yourself and your moods, it is so much easier. May our Lord bless you both and thank you again.
I’m glad you guys did this one, if only one person can see theres help that’s one person saved. Love you guys for bringing awareness to mental illness but most of all for your great big hearts!
Bipolar 1 🙋🏻♀️ song hit hard. Even on meds, and trying as hard as you can, most people just can’t or don’t have the strength in them to love people like us. We try, they try. No one’s fault. It’s just really hard. He held on and tried and he loved her with everything he had. ❤️❤️
This song makes me cry, it makes me think of my mom. She had depression problems and was always trying to kill herself for many years. She unfortunately self medicated with alcohol, of which she was not a nice person when she drank. We muddled through it for many, many years. Towards the end of her life she was able to quit alcohol and a certain medication helped her alot. She was a very nice person in the end. Being young everything was put on me. There were days she wouldn't get out of bed and I had to take care of my siblings and the household. Depression is NO JOKE! Get help for yourself because it effects those around you more than you think.
This hits so hard. First time I saw the video, I was in tears. One of the greatest tragedies in this world is loving someone so much but knowing that your love isn't enough to save them. For those that are struggling with mental illness or struggling emotionally, please get help. There is no shame in asking for help. Your life has so much value and so many people love you and need you, sometimes more people than you realize.
This situation is so real- check on your people! The quiet ones, the happy ones, the busy and successful ones-- these people disguise their pain with happy so they dont have to answer questions -- People arent able to reach out.. their pain makes them numb and immobile-- reach in!
I worked with the adult mentally ill and their families for going on 30 years. It appears from the video that the woman may have suffered from Bi-polar which is commonly also associated with manic episodes of extreme highs and lows. It is so difficult for the person suffering but, also very hard for the people closest to them. Thank you both for your reactions and seeming to care so much.
Ive watched literally hundreds of reactions to this song/vid and you guys are the first reactors who touched on EVERYONE who is affected by mental illness. The person, the loved ones, the friends and THE FIRST RESPONDERS who are people just like you and I.. living the same life, going through the same trials and hardships.. like Mel said, showing up to a job that caters to other's needs while having to push their own sorrows and life problems to the side to help the public. The struggles are real and the effects of mental health on the community as a whole - are real. Thank you for this great reaction.
Hey guys not sure what brought me here but Great reaction! Unconditional love and depression.. what a meaningful song! As much as he try to deal with her pain he still couldn't save her.. he was trying to take her pain away and the meaning is take your best shot I m not leaving! Fire away I'm still coming back for more.. but still couldnt help her from her mental depression..
I am going through all these emotions with my daughter right now. This song makes me bawl as I know I could be that person going through this. I hope and pray everyday I will never have to experience that 💔💔
Ben Foster and Margarita Levieva with Chris Stapleton as the bartender. Want to thank all the people involved for being willing to contibute to the production of this video.
U never know what ur gonna get with a good country song, just always be prepared for anything….there’s always a message!! Love ur reaction as always!!! ❤️
I have been in law enforcement for many of years. Back when I started you did not express nor say anything about how you were feeling after the hard calls. It was frowned upon. I promised myself I would not let the job change me but it does without you even knowing. The nightmare, anxiety, isolation, etc…. These past few years have made it even more difficult. I am retiring soon with 32 years. But I know I will live with this forever. I have attending many funerals for Officers the past several years and each one takes a piece of you. I humbly ask that you react to HANNAH ELLIS “Officer Down”. She wrote the song for her cousin whose husband was killed in the line of duty. Daniel Ellis Badge 457. It shows what the spouse left behind deals with. Thank you and thank you Mel for your service. I did not know until your last video.
Bro. This the the best abd i mean the BEST couple reaction that i have seen... you did pause it (only once) you flowed with the video. And your response was my same response. And the video just unravels and you flowed with it. Wow. This was good
Wow just wow this hit me hard my aunt died in 1994 of breast cancer she was like my mother i did the same thing as the woman in this video did i filled up the bath tub and got in i wanted the pain to go away my husband came home and got me out wish he didn't i lost my unborn daughter at the hands of others in 1979 and my son Brad took his own life in 2017 at age 32 fentynl overdose. then in 2013 my daddy died of brain and lung cancer i started cutting all i knew to do to much damn loss... I found out i have cancer and it is not curable so i will see all my family again very soon i stopped all treatments they just give me comfort care until my times comes. i have P.T.S.D. Bipolar 1 anxiety depression. i am so thankful God heard my prayers and will soon release me from this pain cancer is unforgiving and a very painful way to go out. love you both prayers and love from the one and only Memphis Tn.
I suffer from depression too. Its rough. A daily battle. Takes its toll on your energy. Im 37. Been fighting since I was about 18. My dog at the time saved me from killing myself. I try to fight in her honor bc she literally came in my room and put her head in my lap when I had my hands over my head giving up on life. I was spent but she changed my mind. I try to use that as a reason to keep fighting .
Can't stop crying. Lost my cousin, more like my sister, to an OD. We tried everything to help. We feel like failures. This is an epidemic & so many have been severely affected. Never heard this song before but I will many more times. TY 💔
Great reaction guys I know that was tough! Just another reason to love Chris and his music! Not only the great vocals but a lot of times you get the great message or video! Love artists that use their platform to bring awareness to important subjects that aren't being talked about! Yall have a blessed day
This one gets me everytime. I lost my husband 26 years ago. Now I've been trying to get through it and hurting more people... If you need help, please reach out! I have PTSD, it's a hard thing to get through.
There is a "the making of" video for Fire Away with Chris, the actor who plays the husband and the director and they go into more depth about the video. It's only 8 minutes long. It's definitely worth a watch on your own time or share it with us. I don't know of any other reaction channel that has taken the extra step and included this.
There is so many people today that do have so many mental issues, so it's hard to watch an important to pay attention to what's around us is these days. Yes violence an traumas of all kinds an PTSD is difficult to live with daily. Thank goodness we r promised a better time. This was deep guys. Thanks for ur eactions
Mental Health is so real a lot of people are still stuck old school … oh man up and deal with life . Our son was suffering in silence with a smile on his face at all time . As I was sitting in the ICU Christmas Day 2019 signing his life support to be turned off due to suicide was the toughest thing I have ever done . I pray daily now for people that are suffering with Mental Health Problems . This song makes me tear up …. Thinking about the demons my son was dealing with and never spoke up .
I've know too many people that have taken their life. I cry every time I see this. One of my best friends blew his face off. We tried to help him but it didn't work. I still have his Gamecock cup that his niece wrote on and it has faded now! I'm in SC so we are Clemson fans so that cup brought a lot of fun when my kids would target practice. Long story but we always had fun! Too many have gone to their own hands.
Never been diagnosed with any mental disorders just suffered from depression cause stuff i was living through others and happy to say now that i chose my own sanity and am happy n healthy mentally now.
Wonderful and heartfelt reaction and comments Shawn and Mel! The video, song and message it conveys are well done. No matter how many times I've seen this, it hits the same. Particularly for those families who've lost loved ones to suicide, including mine. However, the message is so important and can help others who are going through a crisis or know of someone who is. Thanks again for your reaction and comments!
I just don’t understand how y’all don’t have that hold RUclips plaque. Y’all are so relatable and a blessing to my home as I’m sure many others. I’ll do my best and share your channel more. You’re power couple. Marriage goals. Human kindness and love goals. The fact that your beautiful human kindness exudes through each reaction is just something so rare. YOU ALL ARE BEAUTIFUL AND STUNNING TOGETHER. Your reactions and teamwork are something of any age can see the beauty and originality of the humbleness that you have. May God forever bless you and your family and your growing channel. As God word says, whatever is impossible with men is possible with Him. You will breakthrough and I’ll be here on this side to see you make it. I am not as much of a fan of the non country you react to but that’s the power of the realness you out out. You just reel us in and it’s beyond beautiful. My prayers for you and your family and success that you don’t even ask for is forever embedded in my heart. You are what we need in our world today. Thank You❣️ Thank You❣️Thank You❣️🦋💙✨🙏🏼✨💙🦋
Oh my- this is gonna be a tear jerker! Hope you have tissues ready- 🥹🙏🏼 P.S. The only produced official video Chris has done, to my knowledge. To raise awareness for mental health.. Lord knows, we need more help, sadly..🙏🏼
I lost my husband on 10-15-06 @ 3:16pm. He was suppose to be at work, instead he hit a semi head on and the ripple effect is great and tragic. I’ve felt horrible for our 12&9 year olds who I had to be the first to ever shatter their hearts. They’re grown now, I’m so tired I’m ready to go home. My job on earth is done. God Bless
So hard to watch & listen to this.... My hubby of going on 39 years together was just unexpectedly called home, 2/23/23.....worst day of my life.... He introduced me to reaction videos..... Much love & thank you both.....❤🙏😘✌
This is one of the deepest emotional videos I have ever seen. I still get chills and my heart still skips a beat every time I see it. If you have ever had to witness someone threatening or attempting suicide, this video can really trigger flashbacks. It shows the side from the person suffering from the mental health issue and from those who love them. I still cry when I see this. 😢
I lived this scenario 25 years before this song was released. The first time I saw the video I couldn’t make it through it. As a first responder, my heart breaks every single time I have to go on a suicide call.
We all know someone going thu this or has. But cops/firemen, nurses & military have to deal with all the time. Sending all Love & strength to every person who goes thru this and hope these people can get help from those who truly love them. Great rection guys, especially on such a powerfully important topic. Much Love & Respect to you both.
Chris rarely does produced videos. This one is special because he donated proceeds to the mental health cause. Here’s the link to a short video about how they made this: ruclips.net/video/yyeTiJLt9R8/видео.html
Cops see this stuff everyday and it effects them to the core, i cant imagine getting a call and its a close family member, much respect to those suffering with depression and those who are trying to deal with the aftermath
Shawn I know where you at with it....I had the same thoughts in my head. I'd literally lose my mind if it happened too bro. Any woman in my family....We ain't strong enough to handle that pain.
She suffered from Bipolar disorder. You can see her episodes of mania. Where she is super happy, super energized and almost hyperactive. And then the other side which is depression so deep, that she feels suicide is the only answer. Both are horrible sides. Even the mania. Because during manic episodes, even though they are super energized, they do very dangerous things. Some think they can fly and jump off roofs etc. Some are very sexually promiscuous. And meet strangers. Bipolar disorder is a heartbreaking mental illness. I know because my grandkids mother had it. Very sad. 😢
The woman is high-cycling bipolar. It's brutal and so hard to regulate. My nephew has the same illness. He has so far survived, the woman in the video lost her battle...
I almost committed suicide. If I wouldn't have looked up and saw my only son standing in the hallway looking at me I would have been gone. That was a miracle from God.
People who say horrible things about suicide just don’t understand it. People think that depression is just sadness, it’s actually the void of all other emotions.
That was so real, brings back emotional trauma I went thru seeing my sister try and kill herself, at least 3 times now. Over a man, go figure, but she's newly married and happy.. for now I hope. But we follow Jesus now who has lifted us up .
When Shawn gasped and grasped his chest right where his heart is I knew he truly felt for everyone in this situation whether he knows them personally or not. I love these two so much, you can just tell they care with their whole heart!
Agreed!!!
I just started the video and you made me cry....
I love you guys, so much so capable of showing true compassion, and Sean never being afraid to show that men hurt too…. To me that’s a real man…. God bless you both.❤❤❤✌🏽☮️🤲🙏
I wondered if you’d get to this song. It tears me apart every time. Chris wanted to do this to bring attention to the issues of Mental Health. It is so heavy, but when you love someone that much that you are willing to take it all on just to help that person through…. What is love if it isn’t that! But you know you are one of the only reactions I have seen that acknowledge the toll it takes on the one seeing them through that pain, I appreciate that. As always you two are wonderful, thoughtful and let your emotions freely show and that’s why I am here always watching you guys!
I totally agree 👍
I began having bouts of depression in 1989. My husband never knew what he would come home to. Eventually, I was diagnosed with Bi-Polar ll and Major Depression but it took decades to get the correct diagnosis and help that I needed. But through it all, my husband was by my side. When Chris sings “It Takes A Woman” I tell my husband that it’s actually about him.😊. Because he exudes all of the goodness that Chris Stapleton mentions in that song. He is my comfort. He is my light and he is, because of my introversion and from suffering from so many years of depression, my only real friend. He is everything. Oh, I know what some will say…that I need to make new friends and that I shouldn’t rely on my guy like I do and I AM getting there. It’s just taking time. God bless all of you. This song and video got the waterworks turned on early this morning. I hope you all have a wonderful day.❤
Another powerful song from Chris. Nice song choice
The writing in this song is amazing. U can just listen to the lyric video and still get it. "Pretend I'm a shelter for heartaches that don't have a home". What a line. Beautiful. Breaks my heart every time.
The song had nothing to do with suicide. They forced him to do a video and he made one with impact.
This reminds me of myself I don’t have a great support system because I hate worrying my family but things seem so bleak & lonely at times! Chris Stapleton is the Bartender! ✌🏻☀️! Happy Belated Birthday to you Peace & love to you & your family.
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This is one of the most powerful songs and videos I have ever seen, seems how I'm somewhat living it myself. The first time I seen this, it literally broke me. My wife hasn't been well for about 13 years now and has been fighting with depression because of it. To see her on the days and weeks where I can see it in her face, that she just wants it to stop, kills me. She is getting better some, but there when it first started, I had to take off work for 6 1/2 years to take care of her. Twice she told me to leave so I could have a life, other than what it had become. Yeah, that's something that will never happen!! But to know that there are days that she feels like that, terrifies me. She is my hero!! She saved me a long time ago. She pulled me back out of a bottle, picked me up off the ground and got me right again. When I asked her why she even bothered, she just said that she seen a good man that needed some help and love. So this song and video hits close to home for me.
For my kids, so they always know I'm here no matter what.
Depression and Anxiety are seriously no joke. Sometimes people think they understand and have good intentions when trying to help but I think it's impossible to understand if you haven't gone through it and that's okay because I would prefer nobody experience it themselves. With that being said it takes a toll on those who surround them and much respect for the ones who stay through it all. I can't say someone who doesn't stick through are horrible people but you really have to be strong enough for two people. This is probably the most powerful song I've heard to date and I can't imagine how hard it was for him to record this and perform repeatedly.
Im 27 and was just diagnosed with Depression & Anxiety a few weeks ago I have to go to therapy for the 1st time in 2 weeks.
@@ginakaus7446 just remember to take one day at a time. When your anxiety starts up remember to breathe and know it's normal. The more you fight the anxiety the worse it gets. There are many different triggers and most are unavoidable. Remind yourself that it's the anxiety messing with you and can play mind tricks on you. I know a lot of people say medication for it is bad but it can help. It takes at the very least 2 weeks to notice any change but does get better and just knowing there is light at the end of the tunnel helps. I wish you the best. Also, I know how hard it is to do anything productive while struggling with this but exercise will help, I promise. It releases feel good endorphins and your body is starving for that during depression and anxiety attacks. Good luck and feel free to update me if you'd like. I'm rooting for you as I have struggled off and on with it for 30 years. I lost my dad and sister within the last 3 years and feel like I lost tons of progress I've made but think daily on how I can pick myself back up so I truly do feel your pain and would not wish this on anyone.
@@19holly19After I was diagnosed I started thinking back to when all this started that Im going through and I was about 13 so been struggling for awhile 😔
I'll keep all this in mind thank you for the advice ❤
So sorry for your losses :( I lost my dad over 6 years ago :(
@@ginakaus7446 many people realize they have struggled longer than they realize, they just didn't know what it was until it got worse. I really hope your appt goes good!
I was diagnosed at 8 years old. I’m 54 now. It’s still a journey. I’ll forever be in counseling.
The first time I heard this I cried my eyes out. I suffer from depression and anxiety and panic attacks. I am blessed that so far my meds have me stable. This is my husband I know I can fire away and take my best shot because he is a rock for me.
I had the exact same reaction the first time I saw this, still no matter how many times it hits me hard
Firing away is the first part , I've been at the end. Thank for bringing us all the subject
Wow. This song just broke my heart. That is one that is going to stay with me.
Losing someone due to a severe untreated mental illness is devastating. So glad Chris Stapleton shined a light on it.
The video just makes the song 10x better
Ty both so so so much im in this situation all i do is try to support my wife every day
My only child my son suffered terribly with mental illness. Unfortunately whatever we did to try to help wasn’t enough. He ended his life in October 2012. The heartaches never ends but I believe he is at peace and finally happy in heaven. I will see
Him again. 💔
i thank god for my husband, he understands that it isnt him, but that somedays i cant funtion and just cry. I cant explain my thoughts, but i know he is there! love for all who suffer this and those who love them!
that song and vedio me make cry the first time . no way what happened man !!!!
This message is so powerful, that everyone who sees this video gets involved with the story and almost forgets the flawless voice of Chris in the background.
I had to watch this twice to understand...she has Manic/Depressive (or Bipolar) Disorder. Moments of extreme euphoria and extreme depression. It's heartbreaking. And it is wonderful that celebrities are bringing awareness. And your reactions were wonderful!
There but for the grace of God...My wonderful wife suffered severe depression with suicidal ideation. She tried to take her own life twice. We struggled and fought for ten years to get her the help she needed. It was hell. We finally found a doctor who could truly help. Thirty years later she is strong, healthy, and happy. We have three amazing children and five grandchildren. For those suffering, don't give up. Fight for your life. Help is available. Seek it out. You are worth it. For those in a relationship with someone suffering, don't give up on them, don't let them give up on themselves. Your love and commitment to them can make all the difference. It will most likely be the hardest thing you'll ever do. But, when you both come out the other side it is glorious, like stepping into the warm sunshine after a season of cold, gloom, and rain.
Great song Chris is king
But so so sad and deep! 😢
Shawn & Mel, Chris wrote this song to bring mental health issues out to bring these issues out to help educate people. I think she was bipolar and had depression issues. This is difficult to live with. It’s extremely frustrating and frightening. I have a very dear friend who was bipolar and she suffered horribly.
I love Chris Stapleton’s gift for writing songs. You can tell he and his wife are down to earth people. Thank you Chris!!!
LadyGator1983 🐊🐊🐊
I love Fire away by Chris Stapleton.❤❤
Chris wrote and made this video and donated all the proceeds to help mental health awareness. Chris is a national treasure.
My daughter went through this and as a parent you try all you can we reached out for help and she was going to do what she wanted 😢 She is resting in peace now ❤🙏
Bless you
I am so sorry for your loss. My heart breaks for you. I can't even begin to imagine the pain.
I am truly sorry. My dad took his life the day after my mom died. It almost killed me. 😢
I’m sorry for your loss. My daughter has suffered with mental illness most of her adult life. She’s 43 now and I haven’t seen her in more than 2 yrs. She’s on the street somewhere, self medicating with anything she can get. I have accepted that I will be getting a phone call one of these days.
Thank you so much for this. Most people have no idea what a struggle it is to deal with depression and keep functioning. When you have the right partner, who is willing to deal with the almost constant struggles with
yourself and your moods, it is so much easier.
May our Lord bless you both and thank you again.
I’m glad you guys did this one, if only one person can see theres help that’s one person saved. Love you guys for bringing awareness to mental illness but most of all for your great big hearts!
Bipolar 1 🙋🏻♀️ song hit hard. Even on meds, and trying as hard as you can, most people just can’t or don’t have the strength in them to love people like us. We try, they try. No one’s fault. It’s just really hard. He held on and tried and he loved her with everything he had. ❤️❤️
This song makes me cry, it makes me think of my mom. She had depression problems and was always trying to kill herself for many years. She unfortunately self medicated with alcohol, of which she was not a nice person when she drank. We muddled through it for many, many years. Towards the end of her life she was able to quit alcohol and a certain medication helped her alot. She was a very nice person in the end. Being young everything was put on me. There were days she wouldn't get out of bed and I had to take care of my siblings and the household. Depression is NO JOKE! Get help for yourself because it effects those around you more than you think.
Such a powerful song but I’ve been there thank God I’m better now Chris is amazing
This hits so hard. First time I saw the video, I was in tears. One of the greatest tragedies in this world is loving someone so much but knowing that your love isn't enough to save them.
For those that are struggling with mental illness or struggling emotionally, please get help. There is no shame in asking for help. Your life has so much value and so many people love you and need you, sometimes more people than you realize.
This situation is so real- check on your people! The quiet ones, the happy ones, the busy and successful ones-- these people disguise their pain with happy so they dont have to answer questions -- People arent able to reach out.. their pain makes them numb and immobile-- reach in!
That's a tough one y'all. Chokes me up, tears me up every time
I worked with the adult mentally ill and their families for going on 30 years. It appears from the video that the woman may have suffered from Bi-polar which is commonly also associated with manic episodes of extreme highs and lows. It is so difficult for the person suffering but, also very hard for the people closest to them. Thank you both for your reactions and seeming to care so much.
Ive watched literally hundreds of reactions to this song/vid and you guys are the first reactors who touched on EVERYONE who is affected by mental illness. The person, the loved ones, the friends and THE FIRST RESPONDERS who are people just like you and I.. living the same life, going through the same trials and hardships.. like Mel said, showing up to a job that caters to other's needs while having to push their own sorrows and life problems to the side to help the public. The struggles are real and the effects of mental health on the community as a whole - are real. Thank you for this great reaction.
No matter how many times I hear this song, but the song mixed with the video, makes me tear up every time
Everytime I sob😭 I've been on both sides of this. Depression is so real. It's heartbreaking 💔
Hey guys not sure what brought me here but Great reaction! Unconditional love and depression.. what a meaningful song! As much as he try to deal with her pain he still couldn't save her.. he was trying to take her pain away and the meaning is take your best shot I m not leaving! Fire away I'm still coming back for more.. but still couldnt help her from her mental depression..
When he cuts into the first Fire Away it gives me chills every time. Doesn't matter if I listen to the song once or 10 times
I am going through all these emotions with my daughter right now. This song makes me bawl as I know I could be that person going through this. I hope and pray everyday I will never have to experience that 💔💔
I have lost so many close family in the last few years . I feel every bit of this video
Ben Foster and Margarita Levieva with Chris Stapleton as the bartender. Want to thank all the people involved for being willing to contibute to the production of this video.
Wow.Very. Deep.
I think of Naomi Judd hearing this...
U never know what ur gonna get with a good country song, just always be prepared for anything….there’s always a message!! Love ur reaction as always!!! ❤️
I don't listen to much country, but it has some of the best songs, singers and musicians on the planet
@@Peter-oh3hc yes it does and it’s infamous for the storytelling
I have been in law enforcement for many of years. Back when I started you did not express nor say anything about how you were feeling after the hard calls. It was frowned upon. I promised myself I would not let the job change me but it does without you even knowing. The nightmare, anxiety, isolation, etc…. These past few years have made it even more difficult. I am retiring soon with 32 years. But I know I will live with this forever. I have attending many funerals for Officers the past several years and each one takes a piece of you.
I humbly ask that you react to HANNAH ELLIS “Officer Down”. She wrote the song for her cousin whose husband was killed in the line of duty. Daniel Ellis Badge 457. It shows what the spouse left behind deals with. Thank you and thank you Mel for your service. I did not know until your last video.
Bro. This the the best abd i mean the BEST couple reaction that i have seen... you did pause it (only once) you flowed with the video. And your response was my same response. And the video just unravels and you flowed with it. Wow. This was good
Wow just wow this hit me hard my aunt died in 1994 of breast cancer she was like my mother i did the same thing as the woman in this video did i filled up the bath tub and got in i wanted the pain to go away my husband came home and got me out wish he didn't i lost my unborn daughter at the hands of others in 1979 and my son Brad took his own life in 2017 at age 32 fentynl overdose. then in 2013 my daddy died of brain and lung cancer i started cutting all i knew to do to much damn loss... I found out i have cancer and it is not curable so i will see all my family again very soon i stopped all treatments they just give me comfort care until my times comes. i have P.T.S.D. Bipolar 1 anxiety depression. i am so thankful God heard my prayers and will soon release me from this pain cancer is unforgiving and a very painful way to go out. love you both prayers and love from the one and only Memphis Tn.
I suffer from depression too. Its rough. A daily battle. Takes its toll on your energy. Im 37. Been fighting since I was about 18. My dog at the time saved me from killing myself. I try to fight in her honor bc she literally came in my room and put her head in my lap when I had my hands over my head giving up on life. I was spent but she changed my mind. I try to use that as a reason to keep fighting .
Mental Health awareness is super important everyday! Another song that got me emotional because I could relate to this.
Can't stop crying. Lost my cousin, more like my sister, to an OD. We tried everything to help. We feel like failures. This is an epidemic & so many have been severely affected. Never heard this song before but I will many more times. TY 💔
Great reaction guys I know that was tough! Just another reason to love Chris and his music! Not only the great vocals but a lot of times you get the great message or video! Love artists that use their platform to bring awareness to important subjects that aren't being talked about! Yall have a blessed day
No abuse, she was bi-polar, suicidal, depressed. He was there for her the whole time, no matter what.
That hit hard, but it needed to!!!
This one gets me everytime. I lost my husband 26 years ago. Now I've been trying to get through it and hurting more people... If you need help, please reach out! I have PTSD, it's a hard thing to get through.
There is a "the making of" video for Fire Away with Chris, the actor who plays the husband and the director and they go into more depth about the video. It's only 8 minutes long. It's definitely worth a watch on your own time or share it with us. I don't know of any other reaction channel that has taken the extra step and included this.
The world needed this song. Thank you for your insights
There is so many people today that do have so many mental issues, so it's hard to watch an important to pay attention to what's around us is these days. Yes violence an traumas of all kinds an PTSD is difficult to live with daily. Thank goodness we r promised a better time. This was deep guys. Thanks for ur eactions
This is such an incredible song and the video was on point for what the artist was trying to convey
Mental Health is so real a lot of people are still stuck old school … oh man up and deal with life . Our son was suffering in silence with a smile on his face at all time . As I was sitting in the ICU Christmas Day 2019 signing his life support to be turned off due to suicide was the toughest thing I have ever done . I pray daily now for people that are suffering with Mental Health Problems . This song makes me tear up …. Thinking about the demons my son was dealing with and never spoke up .
I've know too many people that have taken their life. I cry every time I see this. One of my best friends blew his face off. We tried to help him but it didn't work. I still have his Gamecock cup that his niece wrote on and it has faded now! I'm in SC so we are Clemson fans so that cup brought a lot of fun when my kids would target practice. Long story but we always had fun! Too many have gone to their own hands.
Never been diagnosed with any mental disorders just suffered from depression cause stuff i was living through others and happy to say now that i chose my own sanity and am happy n healthy mentally now.
Wonderful and heartfelt reaction and comments Shawn and Mel! The video, song and message it conveys are well done. No matter how many times I've seen this, it hits the same. Particularly for those families who've lost loved ones to suicide, including mine. However, the message is so important and can help others who are going through a crisis or know of someone who is. Thanks again for your reaction and comments!
Love to you sweet hearts
I just don’t understand how y’all don’t have that hold RUclips plaque. Y’all are so relatable and a blessing to my home as I’m sure many others. I’ll do my best and share your channel more. You’re power couple. Marriage goals. Human kindness and love goals. The fact that your beautiful human kindness exudes through each reaction is just something so rare. YOU ALL ARE BEAUTIFUL AND STUNNING TOGETHER. Your reactions and teamwork are something of any age can see the beauty and originality of the humbleness that you have. May God forever bless you and your family and your growing channel. As God word says, whatever is impossible with men is possible with Him. You will breakthrough and I’ll be here on this side to see you make it. I am not as much of a fan of the non country you react to but that’s the power of the realness you out out. You just reel us in and it’s beyond beautiful. My prayers for you and your family and success that you don’t even ask for is forever embedded in my heart. You are what we need in our world today. Thank You❣️ Thank You❣️Thank You❣️🦋💙✨🙏🏼✨💙🦋
It’s bad when you THINK and FEEL that’s the only way out😢
My son has been suffering from mental illness for years. It unfortunately runs in my family. 😢
Almost an actual scene from my life
Oh my- this is gonna be a tear jerker! Hope you have tissues ready- 🥹🙏🏼
P.S. The only produced official video Chris has done, to my knowledge. To raise awareness for mental health.. Lord knows, we need more help, sadly..🙏🏼
I lost my husband on 10-15-06 @ 3:16pm. He was suppose to be at work, instead he hit a semi head on and the ripple effect is great and tragic. I’ve felt horrible for our 12&9 year olds who I had to be the first to ever shatter their hearts. They’re grown now, I’m so tired I’m ready to go home. My job on earth is done. God Bless
Mental health issues are a bitch. Depression and bi-polar disorders as well as PTSD are devastating.
Anxiety and depression bipolarism so hard combination.
So hard to watch & listen to this.... My hubby of going on 39 years together was just unexpectedly called home, 2/23/23.....worst day of my life.... He introduced me to reaction videos..... Much love & thank you both.....❤🙏😘✌
Perfection as always and wanted to say have a happy Easter Sunday to you and yours 🤠
Listen to the chorus carefully that’s what he was trying to tell her, he’s not goin anywhere he’s staying right here
This is one of my greatest fears right now. I have been told that if we did not have kids , this would be my reality.
This is one of the deepest emotional videos I have ever seen. I still get chills and my heart still skips a beat every time I see it. If you have ever had to witness someone threatening or attempting suicide, this video can really trigger flashbacks. It shows the side from the person suffering from the mental health issue and from those who love them. I still cry when I see this. 😢
I absolutely love this song but can't watch the video...it tears me out of the frame! 🙏
You are the best
This video is a heartbreak.
I lived this scenario 25 years before this song was released. The first time I saw the video I couldn’t make it through it. As a first responder, my heart breaks every single time I have to go on a suicide call.
We all know someone going thu this or has. But cops/firemen, nurses & military have to deal with all the time. Sending all Love & strength to every person who goes thru this and hope these people can get help from those who truly love them. Great rection guys, especially on such a powerfully important topic. Much Love & Respect to you both.
Chris appears briefly at the beginning as the bartender…
Chris rarely does produced videos. This one is special because he donated proceeds to the mental health cause. Here’s the link to a short video about how they made this:
ruclips.net/video/yyeTiJLt9R8/видео.html
Cops see this stuff everyday and it effects them to the core, i cant imagine getting a call and its a close family member, much respect to those suffering with depression and those who are trying to deal with the aftermath
Amazing song.... If you haven't yet... check out "whiskey and you".
Happened every day
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Shawn I know where you at with it....I had the same thoughts in my head. I'd literally lose my mind if it happened too bro. Any woman in my family....We ain't strong enough to handle that pain.
She suffered from Bipolar disorder. You can see her episodes of mania. Where she is super happy, super energized and almost hyperactive. And then the other side which is depression so deep, that she feels suicide is the only answer. Both are horrible sides. Even the mania. Because during manic episodes, even though they are super energized, they do very dangerous things. Some think they can fly and jump off roofs etc. Some are very sexually promiscuous. And meet strangers. Bipolar disorder is a heartbreaking mental illness. I know because my grandkids mother had it. Very sad. 😢
I struggle with mental health and suicidal thoughts everyday, its so hard but I take it one day at a time.
I'm Bipolar and this is real, thankfully I never thought about suicide. It is really scary illness even with Dr's and meds.
Get the tissues ready
It gets no better than Chris Stapleton. Video is about the husband loving his wife that is suffering from uncontrollable depression. 😢
The woman is high-cycling bipolar. It's brutal and so hard to regulate. My nephew has the same illness. He has so far survived, the woman in the video lost her battle...
Also check out Skid row 18 and life it’s an old rock song but man it’s touching!
I almost committed suicide. If I wouldn't have looked up and saw my only son standing in the hallway looking at me I would have been gone. That was a miracle from God.
People who say horrible things about suicide just don’t understand it. People think that depression is just sadness, it’s actually the void of all other emotions.
That was so real, brings back emotional trauma I went thru seeing my sister try and kill herself, at least 3 times now. Over a man, go figure, but she's newly married and happy.. for now I hope. But we follow Jesus now who has lifted us up .
I lost my wife to depression and addiction.
I am so sorry sir.