Citizen Soldier - Who I Am (Official Lyric Video)

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  • @Robert-xg9my
    @Robert-xg9my 10 месяцев назад +47

    Every song they make say the things I wish someone would just hear

    • @josephzook
      @josephzook 7 месяцев назад +1

      There are listeners out there. Very few and hard to find, but we're hear (lol, get it? Anywho... where was I...?). Never give up, never go silent, never stop believing; in others, but most importantly, in YOURSELF. Yes, we grow tired of being who we are... because we are amazing, we are real, we care, we are what no one else other than ourselves can be! Be YOU. Love YOU. We do.

    • @josephzook
      @josephzook 7 месяцев назад

      If a lot of others out there (right here as we gather behind an inspiring voice(s) shouting out amazing and heartfelt... and painful truths from caring hearts that carry scars of their own) are like myself; feeling similar emotions, fighting familiar thoughts, staring at mirrors that are reflecting back strangers, and struggling with themselves.... and all the while feeling alone and unloved but holding onto so much love to give to anyone, everyone, nobody.... the whole world, every last soul except themselves. PLEASE KNOW THIS, you are not alone, you are not broken, you are not unloved. I have all this love to give to someone. So do you. So does everyone else JUST LIKE US. We are loved more than we'll ever let ourselves admit because we are many and we are here together and we can love each and everyone of us.... even, eventually.... most importantly... ourselves. I love you all that need and want my love and I humbly accept any love that needs a person to hold onto. 😍

    • @josephzook
      @josephzook 7 месяцев назад

      Too many of us today are overly concerned about their appearance and hung up on worrying about how others will see them and what they'll think. So worried about being judged by strangers that they may never even see again. Or even if they do, these two individuals will likely never even so much as say hi to one another or ask how the other is feeling. But we know... oh, we know.... "they think these shoes don't look right with my shirt!!" Then the worry turns into anxiety, panic, depression, anger, cruelty.... The worst part of all, that whole time of anxiety and being defensive.... those same people, us, the thoughts manifest as we look upon strangers that we'll maybe never even see again. Judging thoughts of, "oh, look at those shoes! Can you believe...?". Damn, I guess the worries are justified after all. We've become people with fat perceptions, cruel thoughts, and ugly personalities. And ... sadly... they are at their worst in our mirrors. Mirrors of lies.

  • @GMcasey25
    @GMcasey25 10 месяцев назад +44

    Citizen Soldier saved my life.

    • @dawnhopson3205
      @dawnhopson3205 10 месяцев назад +2

      Me too 💔❤️‍🩹❤️

  • @DreamyVibezMusic
    @DreamyVibezMusic 10 месяцев назад +80

    This sound is so wonderful. The person who is reading this comment, I wish you great success, health, love and happiness!

  • @Packers217
    @Packers217 Год назад +51

    “Im so damn tired of being who I am” describes my life perfectly

    • @Aashbard01
      @Aashbard01 7 месяцев назад

      I'm hope I'm not too late in saying this, but I appreciate you, I see you for the wonderful person you are. I hope and pray that you find people who love you for who you are, because people like you deserve that more than anyone else💕💕🥺🥺😢💕

    • @rduke325
      @rduke325 7 месяцев назад +2

      You're not alone. I feel ilthis every day

    • @melanietietjen1027
      @melanietietjen1027 5 месяцев назад

      I’m right there with you

  • @krampusthekilljoy5133
    @krampusthekilljoy5133 2 года назад +1834

    "Everyday's a punishment, for being human of the wrong kind" bruh that hit me like a train

    • @CitizenSoldier
      @CitizenSoldier  2 года назад +172

      💙

    • @laurenlove999
      @laurenlove999 2 года назад +1

      Same 🥲

    • @magpiethegoblin9272
      @magpiethegoblin9272 2 года назад +31

      Same bro

    •  2 года назад +110

      The line who punches me in the stomach is “Hate my life for being fake or hate myself for being real”
      It's hard, man

    • @bluedingo8391
      @bluedingo8391 2 года назад +9

      Word

  • @HelloThere-qk3iu
    @HelloThere-qk3iu 10 дней назад +3

    If I could give this song a million likes, I would.

  • @juri6417
    @juri6417 2 года назад +931

    "Everyday's a punishment for being human but the wrong kind"😢😢❤

    • @CitizenSoldier
      @CitizenSoldier  2 года назад +79

      💙

    • @bsbznumber1fan
      @bsbznumber1fan 2 года назад +27

      I've never related more to song lyrics than i do this line in this song.

    • @eclipse_lightning1474
      @eclipse_lightning1474 2 года назад +17

      No wrong kind of human. We need to stop judging the superficial exterior and get to know someone before we even think of judging a person

    • @eclipse_lightning1474
      @eclipse_lightning1474 2 года назад +11

      @Dragonmann23 I was wondering if someone else would think like that. No one deserves to be judged. I'm glad some else thinks like that😇 also "perfect" doesn't exist so in a sense isn't everyone perfect and flawed at the same time

    • @eclipse_lightning1474
      @eclipse_lightning1474 2 года назад +5

      @Dragonmann23 100% agree but only we can decide that.

  • @aikajanemanonog
    @aikajanemanonog 4 дня назад +1

    I never thought I would encounter this kind of situation again that I already conquered before. My LIFE is MESS!!!! Someday all of this pain I feel would disapper when I am no longer in this world.

  • @donewithlife8580
    @donewithlife8580 2 года назад +678

    My insomnia has paid off. It’s three a.m over here. It’s mostly late at night when I have suicidal or depressive thoughts but your songs always help me through it. Thanks for being there and making awesome music. Amazing vocals

    • @CitizenSoldier
      @CitizenSoldier  2 года назад +93

      Appreciate you 💙 Glad the music helps

    • @heost3453
      @heost3453 2 года назад +23

      Music like ramady can help us when we're depressed🖤🕊️

    • @warriorstudeo188
      @warriorstudeo188 2 года назад

      you are needing

    • @defskill9484
      @defskill9484 2 года назад +9

      🔥❤️🙏 😊

    • @silentfox8460
      @silentfox8460 2 года назад +11

      May the river of melodies flow.. And keep you happy.. You ain't ever alone when you're listening to wonderful songs.. Stay strong and keep on fighting💫

  • @jennifergennifer5348
    @jennifergennifer5348 2 года назад +70

    "Everyday's a punishment for being human but the wrong kind" Resonated in me. This song is so amazing. Thank you for this song, I needed this.

  • @nicolecoleman8165
    @nicolecoleman8165 2 года назад +416

    As a victim of bullying throughout my life, this hit home. I fight every day to shake what was said from me, developed a persona where I be useful instead of real because I feel the real me isn't good enough at all. You summarized so much into one song. It's amazing. Thank you.

    • @CitizenSoldier
      @CitizenSoldier  2 года назад +41

      Appreciate you Nicole 💙 Glad the music helps

    • @fromtheheartofanempath8886
      @fromtheheartofanempath8886 2 года назад +13

      Same, i get you totally. Being bullied did that to me too. Now i get it from family and i don't know if they even realise they do it

    • @ghostylia7093
      @ghostylia7093 2 года назад +10

      Same I’ve been bullied for years sure I’m not being bullied now but their words still hurt me and make me believe that being who I am Is not right that if I showed who I am I’ll be called a freak or a monster

    • @espejismo8423
      @espejismo8423 2 года назад +6

      The things people say about you only show who they are as human beings. You ARE good enough and I'm sure that the real you is great, people just need to see that instead of making you seem the way they want you to seem. Again, you are great and you are enough. Stay strong and don't give up. Sending you positive vibes.

    • @tracygraham8052
      @tracygraham8052 2 года назад +2

      You hit the nail on the head. Being useful instead of real. I fight that, but I’m losing my battle I hope it shows a better path for others.

  • @DazaiOsamu2
    @DazaiOsamu2 2 года назад +65

    "These wounds aren't healing and I am scared to death that i'll look into the mirror and believe the things they've said".These words are so relatable I have never related more to words.😭😨😓

  • @jessicasmith3935
    @jessicasmith3935 2 года назад +165

    "Hate my life for being fake or hate myself for being real"...damn that hit hard. thanks for reminding me where I started and that I'm not alone in this fight! 💜

  • @lindabennett-pz8op
    @lindabennett-pz8op Год назад +14

    "so damn tired of being who i am" it hit so hard

  • @wrestlemaniakid3311
    @wrestlemaniakid3311 2 года назад +363

    Absolutely relatable as hell, I have autism and it feels like I have to hide my disability to be someone I’m not, it hurt me personally in the long run and now I’m a hollow shell of who I once was. Thank you so much citizen soldier for the incredible music you guys but out into the world. Much love guys and thank you for allowing myself to be valuable and honest. ❤️☺️🤘

    • @Katie_Jo_21
      @Katie_Jo_21 2 года назад +14

      You, as you are, is enough. ❤️

    • @phoenixprincess1997
      @phoenixprincess1997 2 года назад +24

      I know how you feel, I’m on the spectrum too and I had to hide a lot of who I am but let me tell when you find that bravery to be yourself it’s the best feeling so don’t hold back for anyone

    • @CitizenSoldier
      @CitizenSoldier  2 года назад +39

      Appreciate you friend 💙

    • @wrestlemaniakid3311
      @wrestlemaniakid3311 2 года назад +6

      @@CitizenSoldier thank you so much guys, much love. ☺️❤️🤘

    • @dragonkingvi7009
      @dragonkingvi7009 2 года назад +7

      ...unfortunately I've went through the same. I'm high functioning autistic during my years in school it was pretty rare not running in to someone that pretty much said "you're not normal" it dose alot to you more then youd think.

  • @nicholas9090
    @nicholas9090 2 года назад +48

    This man breaks my heart so deeply. His music explains the things I can’t. I cannot express the tears I have shed listening to his music ❤. Please don’t stop. I feel understood listening to him. And my thanks will never been enough.

  • @chrismiles4424
    @chrismiles4424 2 года назад +137

    as someone who suffers with depression and anxiety I constantly I try and hide from the world, i can really relate to this. Thanks gents this is truly incredible

    • @CitizenSoldier
      @CitizenSoldier  2 года назад +18

      Glad the music helps Chris 💙

    • @pjburcham5938
      @pjburcham5938 2 года назад +4

      You are not alone in your fight..... Anxiety depression and PTSD. It really sux but just Kno that you are loved and not alone in this

    • @JohnaFactsDontCare...
      @JohnaFactsDontCare... Год назад +1

      I do the same. C-PTSD, and even knowing isolation is the worst thing for me, I live alone and haven't left my house in 3 months. Some days it's hard to leave my bedroom. I have anxiety that I'll have a flash back, and in public would be even worse. My Australian shepherd is the only one who really knows what I feel. And she's why I'm still here.

    • @kylegraham3192
      @kylegraham3192 Год назад +1

      @@CitizenSoldier you touch us all 😢❤️

    • @rad0207
      @rad0207 Год назад +1

      I understand so well. I have insomnia on top of that. Life is so hard when I barely slept in weeks. 😢

  • @Lunawolf44
    @Lunawolf44 2 года назад +615

    “The only choices that you gave me, two different ways I can be killed: Hate my life for being fake, or hate myself for being real”
    Wow, what a powerful line!

  • @JT_Lich
    @JT_Lich 2 года назад +197

    Even as someone who's parents fully acknowledge my mental illness and support me when I'm down, inside I can still relate to these kinds of songs. Thanks for the music guys

    • @PurpleFlames87
      @PurpleFlames87 2 года назад +3

      I know, they don’t need to be this perfect! 🤪

    • @EmArilus
      @EmArilus 2 года назад +6

      I’m glad you’re parents are empathetic with you

    • @K2SonicFan
      @K2SonicFan 2 года назад +6

      Same. I have supportive parents but I still feel this

    • @LizA-fx4oi
      @LizA-fx4oi 2 года назад +1

      Hey, where can I find this album?

    • @JonduGaming
      @JonduGaming 2 года назад +1

      Honestly same

  • @Desosinhabr
    @Desosinhabr 2 года назад +278

    As an autistic person, I must say that this song explain everything. Even with ASD and dyslexia, I am finishing my master's thesis in Biochemestry, and thinking about PHD, but I think I will never be enought. I never write, but I have to say thanks for share this masterpiece to the world.

    • @hondaaccord736
      @hondaaccord736 Год назад +32

      I want to let you know that as an autistic teenager, this comment is honestly so inspirational for me. I often get worry that it's impossible for "someone like me" to be successful. I guess we're all just worried we're not enough, huh?
      Thank you though, this gives me hope.
      🙏🙏

    • @gachatana9656
      @gachatana9656 Год назад

      My girlfriend is autistic and she has felt this way too.
      I've told her this and I will tell you too:
      Autism is just a label for how to help you. You need some extra help, but it isn't something to be ashamed of. There will be people who don't understand you, but there are others out there who will keep their hearts and minds open for you.
      I will always try to be a safe space for everyone with these needs. I will be the ear for when you need to rant to someone. I will be the person there for you when you need a hug, the quiet space if you're overwhelmed. I will do my best to be someone safe you can be around.
      Please, remember this if you feel any discomfort for yourself because you are human and truly important to this world just like anyone else. Maybe even more important. You're doing great out there and you can keep going. You are enough. I promise. ❤

    • @TheMemeMan.
      @TheMemeMan. Год назад +12

      ​@@hondaaccord736same here

    • @izukumidoriya-ts2eu
      @izukumidoriya-ts2eu Год назад +13

      @@TheMemeMan. same ihave adhd and a brittle bone birth defect cant tipe name corectly i was not expected to make it to 23 but look at me 36 and i do tower light repair so ha to them doctors

    • @lilliemillward263
      @lilliemillward263 Год назад +4

      I don't have anything g like that but I feel this song. And it explains everything about me

  • @sinful_darkness_emo
    @sinful_darkness_emo 2 года назад +54

    I love this song so much, I can’t get enough of it. Been on repeat since the new album “This Is Your Sign Part II”.

    • @CitizenSoldier
      @CitizenSoldier  2 года назад +5

      Glad you like it 💙

    • @shawnlesser3222
      @shawnlesser3222 2 года назад

      I've cheated death SOOO many times that I feel like death has cheated me... Inshallah we as creatures will become more unified... Mushallah j
      I am a little confused and lonely on a continent I'm not from... I've been labeled as a habitual violent offender for protecting myself n now I cannot get nor find a job to work with any employer only for n I'll never work FOR no one... Alhumduallah 4 All that I may have at present 💝 🙏🙌👐🤲🙌🙌🙌🙏🔥🌎🌊⚡🌌🌚🪐✨☄️♾️ forever blessed , but legally cursed 😞but always remember that we are all blessing's and together we can and will defeat the corrupted persona's and Oops. 🤫 👽 👻 👾

    • @shawnlesser3222
      @shawnlesser3222 2 года назад

      yeet yeei 👻👽😇🃏😇🎩🎭📿🪬🍑🍆🍑🍇🎱⚔️🛡️🖤🤠🖤🇺🇸🇬🇧💯💯💯💨🐇🕳️🐰🐰🐰🐰🐰🐰🐰🐰🐰🐰🐰🐰🐰🐰 ½ one loVe 💓 Fam one nation under thee name of my heart n Life 🧬🪓⚰️⚖️📐🔬💎👑🎱🥋🥊♟️🃏😇🎩🪄🎲🎭👍🤔💬 No comment...

  • @LostInAMyMemory
    @LostInAMyMemory Год назад +275

    Does anyone else relate to the song?

  • @Unhappy_Rae_frain
    @Unhappy_Rae_frain 2 года назад +350

    "Do I wear the mask and follow? Or pay the price for being brave."
    OW YOU CANT JUST RECITE MY OWN FEELING TO ME.
    good song 👌

  • @oNetronz
    @oNetronz Год назад +43

    To everyone struggling. Never give up. You all are brave and believe you are! Life is full of it's ups and downs and I believe this song shares an important message to those who are afraid to be themselves. I struggle with this too, but no matter what keep fighting, because you are perfect the way you are. I don't know who needs to hear this, but keep your heads up. ❤

    • @licklickmydick
      @licklickmydick Год назад +2

      I was strong I was brave ive given up I have so menny regret thing I'd change so menny thing I'd do difrenty and it's only been 15 and I h SC e already realized how the world it I have seen how peopel are and i just want to die like you cma see good but have you seen the bad part od humanity yet were nobody notices or care even your family

    • @Loyd4798
      @Loyd4798 Год назад +2

      Damn hit me like a train😭😭💪

    • @siennaerickson3379
      @siennaerickson3379 Год назад +2

      ❤You are amazing ❤ just the way you are ❤

    • @Prince_darkrose89
      @Prince_darkrose89 Год назад +1

      ​@@siennaerickson3379but its too late 💔🖤

    • @siennaerickson3379
      @siennaerickson3379 Год назад +1

      🥰If you are unsure if people love you don't be cause you are loved 🥰

  • @travisdavid8313
    @travisdavid8313 2 года назад +7

    "Every day is full of pain that they have never felt, but they're too busy praying I'll be someone else"...no other words to say 🙌🏼

  • @Arxtxc
    @Arxtxc Год назад +48

    "Hate my life for being fake or hate myself for being real" This hit me like a hurricane and remind me of when I was in this exact spot

    • @Arxtxc
      @Arxtxc Год назад +1

      Also the line "I'll look into the mirror and believe the things they've said" Why is that so true?

    • @mastergamer551
      @mastergamer551 Год назад +1

      Remember the next time you find yourself in this situation always stop and take the time to remind yourself, you are awesome in your own skin, pick being real but never forget there's people out there that loves you. I know im a stranger but I'm gonna say this I love all of you. As a person who been through this countless of times, I've learned it's God's way of telling to separate from the ones that's trying to tear you down.

  • @erdbeerchencake995
    @erdbeerchencake995 2 года назад +32

    I still don't understand, how you guys can explain depressions so good. Without your songs, I wouldn't have words to say how I feel. Thank you for this beautiful songs! ❤️

  • @kaitlynnburge7627
    @kaitlynnburge7627 Год назад +14

    I’ve never heard a song where every lyric is spot on like this song is. It’s like it was written specially for me. Thank you. ❤❤

  • @617_bricampbell
    @617_bricampbell 2 года назад +29

    This perfectly describes how I feel, this hits to close. Once again you've done an amazing job with your wording. Thank you

  • @lemur_parkour7258
    @lemur_parkour7258 2 года назад +7

    "Hate my life being fake or hate myself for being real" damn bro. That hit hard.

  • @evilpikachu143
    @evilpikachu143 2 года назад +19

    These last few weeks have been torture due to my depression and this songs sums up how I've been feeling. Knowing someone else feels the same way makes me feel less alone in this world. Thank you for another beautiful song 💙

  • @KodaKitten333
    @KodaKitten333 9 дней назад +2

    This band has helped my mom get through some darkest times and me through high school (thank you for hating me) because j was bullied thank you CS for that

  • @toribreckler2575
    @toribreckler2575 2 года назад +287

    "they are too busy praying i'll be someone else" hit me hard. I am struggling to accept who I am and who I want to become. I have this image that I portray to the world that I am an elite Christian athlete with a 4.0 GPA in nursing school. I am so scared to deviate from that path and be who I want to be because it is what everyone wants from me. I want to show the world that I am a Bisexual Christian woman, but I feel trapped by the stigmas surrounding being a part of the LGBTQ in the Christian faith. It is hard, but thank you for giving me a song that is so relatable, and I am sure it is relatable to so many others.

    • @Yugiohdeckmaster41
      @Yugiohdeckmaster41 2 года назад +20

      you gotta be true to your self dont let other choose your path if you wanna find happiness
      tho i been where you are and sorta still am so i understand to a degree your pain

    • @arianatorbutera9152
      @arianatorbutera9152 2 года назад +15

      Girl, I felt your comment. I have a similar situation.
      My family is Catholic, but I am not. And instead of listening and accepting me as I am, they deny me. Every day I have to cling to a false image, I pretend that I believe in God, I pretend that I like boys, when I don't. I am always quiet and obedient.
      If they found out, I don't know what would happen... I don't feel able to break that "perfect idea" that they think of me

    • @CitizenSoldier
      @CitizenSoldier  2 года назад +36

      Appreciate you Tori 💙 We hear you. Stay who you are, that's what makes you beautiful

    • @toribreckler2575
      @toribreckler2575 2 года назад +10

      @@arianatorbutera9152 I'm so sorry that you are trapped as well. I guess it's hard because family is important but our own happiness is important. I guess we have to find it in ourselves to see how far we are willing to go to fight for the perfect image or happiness within. God will love us no matter what, but the fear of loosing people is so hard. If your family truely loves you, they won't agree with you most likely, but hopefully they love you still. I'm honest trying to gain the courage to tell mine. I will pray for you

    • @arianatorbutera9152
      @arianatorbutera9152 2 года назад +7

      @@toribreckler2575 I thank you very much for your words, you are right, I don't know what will happen, but it will be what it has to be. It's nice when you know you're not alone. from one trapped person to another, i wish you the best.
      Hugs and a lot of strength

  • @MagdaTribise-sj2tc
    @MagdaTribise-sj2tc Год назад +2

    I'm lonely and I didn't finish school. Every day I'm crawling through life just to take a breath because I know there's beauty and I'm not the only one going through tough times. Thank you! You have a beautiful voice.

  • @jingsilverfang5173
    @jingsilverfang5173 2 года назад +76

    "This wounds aren't healing and I'm scared to head" This song really broke me down as all my life I have been that path of putting on the mask and following that fake path...Citizen Soldier truly sings words that speak to everyone that is going through something in life and that we are strong and there is light in the darkness that will lead to a brighter and happier life.

    • @GhostInTimeGaming
      @GhostInTimeGaming 2 года назад +1

      I just wanted to tell ye I think autocorrect screwed ye over?
      /Look at your quote/
      Hope ye get better :3

    • @jingsilverfang5173
      @jingsilverfang5173 2 года назад +1

      i just saw the autocorrect mistake. Thank you

  • @bangtan_angel05
    @bangtan_angel05 Год назад +1

    "im so damn tired, of being who i am" absolutely relatable.. thank you CS..

  • @benspeo9688
    @benspeo9688 2 года назад +18

    My favourite from the album, been waiting for this to drop. Incredible song. It's hard to match your guys ability to put feelings into words. Thank you ❤️🙏

  • @chase7311
    @chase7311 2 года назад +1

    Not only are their lyrics everything, but the visuals add a lot of meaning, too. I love this.

  • @detectivepinkerton3258
    @detectivepinkerton3258 2 года назад +24

    Oh my gosh y'all have me tearing up ❤️❤️❤️ I've been having a rough time lately and you guys just get it. Getting bullied for who you are makes you want to be someone else

  • @theforgottenwinterrose
    @theforgottenwinterrose 2 года назад +5

    “They’re too busy praying I’ll be someone else.” Holy crap, did that hit so hard. I feel like I can connect with this song(as a person who struggles with major depression). Your songs never fail to make me feel like I’m not alone.

  • @pokespirit12
    @pokespirit12 2 года назад +10

    I cried the first time I heard this song, and it still brought that tense, choking feeling seeing the lyrics. "Hate my life for being fake, or hate myself for being real." - is such a personally heavy line and I choke up each time. Thank you for putting to music some of the hardest things people struggle with 🧡

  • @dbztranks6601
    @dbztranks6601 2 года назад +1

    Every one of your songs speaks to me in a way I simply can't describe. Music is the universal language.

  • @luckyfluf0
    @luckyfluf0 2 года назад +6

    Not me listening to this at midnight and crying because THIS SONG RINGS TRUE-
    I was not PLANNING on tearing up tonight, but don't worry. They're tears of joy, tears that came because you touched a heart tonight. Thank you for this... Seriously. Thank you!

  • @wf_krazykyle479
    @wf_krazykyle479 4 месяца назад +1

    been going through a lot this last year. dealing with depression. Citizen Soldier has helped carry me through it! Thank u guys for your music @Citizen Soldier

  • @CitizenSoldier
    @CitizenSoldier  2 года назад +85

    Stream/Download 👉 citizensoldier.band/whoiam
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    Please SHARE it with someone that needs to hear it.

    • @GOJOAMVS
      @GOJOAMVS 2 года назад +2

      It cannot be shared due to the claim and its negative impact on the channel

    • @Emily-eg2su
      @Emily-eg2su 2 года назад

      @@GOJOAMVS ??

  • @robynsicely3382
    @robynsicely3382 2 года назад +1

    I just found these songs on RUclips. They say everything I feel. Why can't I deserve to be cared about or loved ? Why am I NEVER good enough ? This music says what I can't get out. I'm so alone and broken. I have no one except for my Pug, Kaley Jade. Even my family has thrown me away. I'm barely hanging on. I will NEVER be able to fit in their box. But, I
    Love these songs. They are me.

  • @jessical0ves657
    @jessical0ves657 2 года назад +9

    When I found this song a week ago it has been played non stop on my Spotify. Sung at the top of my lungs in my car with tears in my eyes. Being told by so many people lately how I’m just not good enough. Several nights crying to myself. This song just speaks so much to me right now. Thank you so much for these songs ❤️❤️

  • @sarahuher8358
    @sarahuher8358 Год назад +1

    Been writing books a lot lately and this song along with "you are enough" have really helped me write the tests one of the characters goes through to prove his capacity for mercy, kindness, and forgiveness. No one is beyond the choice of finding redemption, or being given a chance.

  • @LegionoftheBlackStar
    @LegionoftheBlackStar 2 года назад +25

    Thank you for this one, Citizen Soldier. This song is a perfect description of the neverending war that I struggle through. Because of my constant and unexpected depressive moods, I constantly feel like I'm trapped between my hatred for my false smile and hatred for the true, dark person that I really am behind the mask. Sometimes I feel like those around me do wish that I was someone better. Because I constantly feel like I disappoint them when I feel down, I force a fake smile to keep the days going and end up ultimately suffering in silence. This pretty much became the normal standard of my lifestyle. I always live in constant fear that I'll never be truly understood. I still soldier on through each day despite my exhaustion of constantly fighting back a darkness that I can only see in my reflection.

    • @kor6161
      @kor6161 2 года назад +1

      It really helps to have at least one person who accepts you for who you are. In my case, this person is my best friend, who suffered to mental health issues herself. People can most of the time only relate, if they experienced themself what it is like to suffer from mental health issues. Support groups are a great place to meet such people. Look up, look around. People with similar problems tend to get drawn to each other. You are not alone and you only have to change what you WANT to change, not what others demand from you. It's your life, it's your decision what to do with it and NO ONE is allowed to take that from you.
      You are the protagonist of your life, not some side character, your world exists solely for you.
      Much for you

    • @LegionoftheBlackStar
      @LegionoftheBlackStar 2 года назад

      @@kor6161 Thank you. I really needed to hear that. My darkness gets so overwhelming sometimes I just want to give up. There's this little shred of me that refuses to give in to that darkness. No matter how much I want to die sometimes, it never allows it and I survive into the next day.

    • @kor6161
      @kor6161 2 года назад

      @@LegionoftheBlackStar I think you should think about what this little shred is that keeps you alive. I think, if you fokus on the things, this shred is about and make them a bigger part of your life, then you will probably find your purpose to live. At least for me that helped me to get out of this dark swamp. And just remeber: It doesn't matter what others think of the contents of your shred. If it's important for you, than that is all that matters.

  • @crepusculeXstargazer
    @crepusculeXstargazer 2 года назад

    "they're too busy praying I'll be someone else" man each line hits me harder than the last. Like you read my mind

  • @mariapazgonzalezlesme
    @mariapazgonzalezlesme 2 года назад +12

    You are one those singers that isn't scared to express mental illness. I've been following since I discovered your cover of Hallelujah. You are amazing, CS! 💙🌟

  • @k.r.1069
    @k.r.1069 2 года назад +1

    I just found this group! FINALLY some1 speaking my pain! W/Chronic pain for 25 yrs 24/7, C-PTSD, Depression, tumors on my spine, ADD/ADHD,, Fybromyalgia, & more, THEN 7 yrs ago I became the SOLE Caregiver of 2 elderly parents who BOTH have different dementias (ALL bks are on JUST caring for ONE), & I worked 90+ hrs/wk, ate 2 meals/wk, fell asleep in my car n the driveway when I got home, SO TIRED! SO BURNED OUT after 7 yrs!! No1 gets how horrific dementia is! And NO FAMILY ON ANY SIDE has helped!! It's been 100% disabled me, & BOTH PARENTS-no dementia in our family history (who were abusive, which led me on 2 more abuse, self-medicating, etc.). Yet 20 yrs w/my husband, who's older than me, so I'm losing him too, & I'm alone. I have no children, gave it up 2 marry my wonderful hubby - & he is ALL I stay alive 4! I had a support dog, precious, SACRED, little Shih Tzu, who also had PTSD & was MY SHADOW, but my neighbor's son opened the gate between our properties, & his 4 HUGE dogs got my baby, (a Rottweiler, 2 German Shepherds, & a Doberman). She couldn't run 5 inches! It's been 1 yr & I can't recover! My hubby's n his 80's, I'm almost 60 & we've bern best friends since his wife died, & my dogs have ALWAYS kept me ALIVE (I could never leave them nor my hubby), so 1 yr later I still have NOTHING but 3 80+ yr olds & am SO ALONE & SAD-a GRIEF that STEALS your SOUL. Watching ALL u LOVE DYING WK AFTER WK FOR YEARS!! I refuse 2 get another Shih Tzu (my fav) as I want NOTHING 2 STAY ALIVE 4 ANYMORE! This world's a mess, & getting WORSE (@ 58 I know the DIFFERENCE between what we WERE & what we are NOW), & when my hubby's gone, I WILL be gone too-exactly where my BABY was KILLED SO BRUTALLY & AFRAID!! The family we'd helped so much (they were caregivers for 2 yrs-we gave over $500/mo. 2 them), yet they didn't even offer 2 buy us another dog nor apologize, til I wrote a lyr 2 them! Said nothing! My dog was my ONLY JOY! Past yr, NO JOY! NO "FAMILY" CARES that I've been caring for 2 parents who have been DYING, SLOWLY, HORRIFICALLY! My brother took a gun 2 his head in 2001. He was highly intelligent! I have several plans, but put my FAKE smile on 4 my hubby & parents (who don't know me anymore), & cook 4 my hubby as he no longer wants 2, & have been thru EVERY ABUSE known 2 people (& MANY you'd never IMAGINE!) since I was n KINDERGARTEN & on up til caring, w/love, 4 my BIGGEST ABUSERS, MY PARENTS (w/NOTHING BUT LOVE)-I'm done. "Family" KNOWS I'm 100% disabled & does NOTHING! I was up ALL NIGHT LAST NIGHT CRYING, watching parents w/dementia, macular degeneration & 1 w/no hearing (the WORST COMBO EVER!)! 7 yrs & I've had NO VACATION since 2011! I'm ONLY LIVING for my OLDER, GOOD, HUSBAND. NO MORE AFTER THAT! I'M DONE!! I gave 20 yrs of love 2 my husband's family, & ONLY 1 DAUGHTER gives back & living n the same town visits JUST 1/month! I've done SO MUCH MORE 4 my abusive parents. 3-6 bisits/EVERY WEEK, signs during Covid, 3 cards/week, pictures, & on & on! They did NOTHING 4 my hubby during Covid! Couldn't print 1 picture or mail 1 card! They do nothing still 4 their awesome dad & grandpa! They'll get NO MONEY from us! Our care & our fav. Charity get it all! I tried 2 wake his family up (after caring 4 & seeing what 80+ yr olds go thru-but nothing!) that he's in his LAST YRS, but 2 no avail (Cept 1 daughter who visits 1/mo.-yet I drive across town several x's a wk & feed my parents, shave chins, care 4 sores, talk 2 drs, run 2 ER more x's than I can count, & have lost count how many x's I thought 1 or both were dying, & so much more!)! They don't save, spend every payck, while we drive used, nice, cars & stash $ away, esp after seeing my parents go from $6,000 to $12,000+/month for their care I, disabled, can't give-tho' I'm VERY HANDS ON IN THEIR CARE!! Family! Breaks our hearts! We helped them ALL (tho' we NEVER asked 4 help from 17 on 4 ourselves) until their 40's! All of them! Helped pay 4 private schools! Gave vehicles, bought furniture! Yet no1 even took us out 4 dinner tho' they stayed w/us, disrupting our peaceful home, expecting breakfast ea a.m., leaving soda cans all over 4 us 2 pick up,coming @ XMas w/NO GIFTS 4 us, tho' we'd given them all gifts! Just staying 4 free & running & partying, esp. after 1's dad gave her $7-8,000 cash - yet still no XMas gift 4 her dear grandpa, MY HUSBAND! We quit helping yrs ago! If n their 50's they have debt & no savings, they'll live w/it! Not one dime goes 2 "family" who hasn't been there 4 us during the ONLY time n OUR 2 lives we EVER TRULY NEEDED HELP!! We're alone! Life! Ain't it grand? NOT!! If it weren't 4 my hubby, I'd be gone already! 58 yrs of abuse thst no1 can imagine 4 longer than u know (yet 1 event gives a person a disability now-our youth are SO WEAK & SPOILED!), neglect & not caring about any1 but themselves, is ENOUGH!! I'm done w/those selfish, self-centered world! Just talking TRUTH!

  • @cellano5223
    @cellano5223 2 года назад +7

    Wow. I love this. It's great hearing the piano more. I know you guys love rock, but it's great to see variety. The lyrics are so good. Thank you so much for sharing your talents with us.

  • @amberjolly7270
    @amberjolly7270 Год назад

    You dont realize how many lives you've helped save. Thanks to your voice we know that we are not alone!

  • @E.j.Robinson
    @E.j.Robinson 2 года назад +3

    I'm beginning to love this singer, the raw and honest approach is comforting to us who feel all he expresses.

  • @LenorahNavarro
    @LenorahNavarro Год назад +1

    As always, Citizen Soldier's songs are relatable, and I listen to a playlist of his songs everyday ❤

  • @AshInAshess
    @AshInAshess Год назад +3

    “These wounds aren’t healing, and i am scared to death that I’ll look into the mirror and believe the words they’ve said” that’s the definition of my school and sometimes home life.. thank you for the amazing song. This song me feel like I’m not the only one who feels this way so thank you again :)

  • @medalchick274
    @medalchick274 Год назад +4

    "Hate my life for being fake or hate myself for being real." This hit me so hard! I was balling my eyes out lol. THANK YOU SO MUCH CITIZEN SOLDIER!!! 🖤

  • @novadragon8736
    @novadragon8736 2 года назад +6

    Holy cow, i love this song so damn much! Whenever you guys release new songs i feel like im being understood by people and it makes me feel less alone. Thank you so much for helping me feel this way, even if its only for a bit

  • @meganreneexo8633
    @meganreneexo8633 2 года назад +5

    I can’t tell y’all how much I relate to this song, I have three fingers on each arm and short arms. The line “no need to call me a freak.” Is so accurate. Thank you guys for this song. 💗

  • @yarikar
    @yarikar 2 года назад +4

    I have no idea how you can make such amazing songs so quickly, but thank you so much for sharing these with us! Also a compliment to whoever edits the videos. Reading lyrics along has never been this fun, ha.

  • @sannygirl15
    @sannygirl15 2 года назад

    "Theses wounds aren't healing"... feel this words too much. Thank you! ♥

  • @StoneColdZ13
    @StoneColdZ13 10 месяцев назад +4

    "Do I wear the mask and follow, or pay the price of being brave?" and "Hate my life for being fake, or hate myself for being real?" Hit me real hard 😔

  • @foreverloyal420
    @foreverloyal420 2 года назад +2

    This song describes how I feel. I can't stop listening to it on repeat I feel like they get me more than my family and friends do.

  • @ferretsforyou
    @ferretsforyou 9 месяцев назад +13

    God this band just echos my heart so perfectly.

  • @GamerandIceydelhere
    @GamerandIceydelhere Месяц назад

    "These wounds aren't healing." i relate to that so so so much

  • @BobbyBurton-px1gi
    @BobbyBurton-px1gi 11 месяцев назад +5

    My parents always tell me that these songs are The reason I’m depressed they don’t understand that it’s not the song it’s me

  • @aprilhairston86
    @aprilhairston86 2 года назад

    Continue fighting through the dark we hear your voice. You are a voice for many through the dark you are our way out...

  • @kindracorbridge6118
    @kindracorbridge6118 2 года назад +10

    What a beautiful song!! I love everything about it!! I can’t wait to see what spectacular music you create next!!

  • @Tomie-v6q
    @Tomie-v6q Год назад

    It's crazy how much your words describe me. Basically every song i have heard is a mirror of my existence.

  • @Viaphiri
    @Viaphiri 2 года назад +29

    You guys are the only ones I drop everything to watch. ❤️❤️

  • @neontetris221
    @neontetris221 2 года назад

    I'm glad there's that band out there that gets their audience, truly a spectacular group who shows empathy and respect. Love you Citizen Soldier, all of you, I appreciate all that you've done, helping those who needed the kind words.

  • @vishalraj3986
    @vishalraj3986 2 года назад +64

    Nice song 👍

  • @dawidduplessis7024
    @dawidduplessis7024 2 года назад

    For the last 5 months this has been my favorite band to listen to and the songs just keeps getting better and better. it feels like these songs are speaking and touching my heart every time I listen to them. Please keep singing and posting, I have a playlist with just citizen soldier songs.

  • @Cody-nu8cv
    @Cody-nu8cv Год назад +3

    Who i am? who WE are! We matter YOU matter. Don't let anyone tell you otherwise I have battled with 15 years of depression and bullying. Wanna beat them? Be happy be you stay strong my fellow warriors.

  • @ExCumbrianWanderer-lb5es
    @ExCumbrianWanderer-lb5es 10 месяцев назад +1

    I totally relate this is making me cry 😢

  • @coreysoto7638
    @coreysoto7638 2 года назад +11

    Such an amazing song and so deep emotion I’ve been there where I hate who I actually am but then hate being fake and your guys lyrics videos make every song hit harder 💜💜

  • @brendahennessy4498
    @brendahennessy4498 Год назад +1

    Today I belong to this group and I've listened to a few of their songs and I totally feel a placement in my soul with the words that they project I'm 64 years old and I enjoy your words

  • @cipherthedisaster
    @cipherthedisaster 2 года назад +3

    "When you're different, sometimes you feel like a *mistake*"
    having struggled with internalized homophobia my entire life, this song hits like no other...thank you for what you do, and giving voice to thoughts that are hard to say out loud.

  • @JBun-qd1fw
    @JBun-qd1fw Год назад

    THIS SONG SHOULD BE PLAYED (with the lyrics on a huge screen) IN EVERY CHURCH, MOSQUE, & TEMPLE!
    To the person reading this, Arrange it at your place of worship.

  • @Mvan09
    @Mvan09 2 года назад +5

    Love this song and has been on repeat since I've found it. I'm a stranger in my family, putting on a fake smile when there's a battle raging inside my head. And lately, it's been too much. Like I'm suffocating and can't breathe bc of the them. They will never understand who I really am bc I have to hide my true self in the shadows and honestly, I'm tired of fighting. Tired of crying myself to sleep every night.

  • @michellefrank8895
    @michellefrank8895 Год назад +2

    Absolutely love them. Their songs have so so much meaning ❤

  • @jewelemelaldeu3609
    @jewelemelaldeu3609 Год назад +3

    Thank you for the songs that have lyrics focused on the message 💚☺️✨ many people just sing songs that sound good but your songs sound and do good!
    Healing Heartchu everyone 💚

  • @robertsweeney4457
    @robertsweeney4457 2 года назад +2

    As a kid who grew up with verbal abuse ,time on deployment and 8 yrs of unemployment anxiety and depression are real and this song really hits a lot of good notes on life about pushing through and realizing that your own identity and happiness matter no matter what

  • @carinehabart7650
    @carinehabart7650 2 года назад +4

    Every time I hear one of your song i'm confused... I don't know if I love it or hate it, its beautiful but horrible at the same time. The feeling are completly mixed it's incredible.
    Love you guys, your putting words on things we can't express, your songs are our strenght.

  • @lar4chu
    @lar4chu 2 года назад

    It is so reassuring to know that there are other ppl out there that feel the same way as me. It makes me feel less like a freak and also less alone. Thank u citizen soldier!!

  • @TomBeeInnit
    @TomBeeInnit 2 года назад +3

    This was the first thing on my recommended page... That's how you know I need help... Time to memorize

  • @jaelinsdrawings9483
    @jaelinsdrawings9483 2 года назад

    “All there heavy words I carry, try to grind them down to dust”
    I am crying right now 🥺

  • @M-O-K-O-I
    @M-O-K-O-I 2 года назад +4

    Really love your works- like all of them. You guys look out for yourselves tho, When you care for every single one of us out here, don't let yourselves fall short. Much love!
    Cheers,
    Mokoi

  • @rinrik100
    @rinrik100 2 года назад +2

    "Hate my life for being fake or hate myself for being real" so strong line, one one my favorite now

  • @EnthusiasticKoala-kh1nn
    @EnthusiasticKoala-kh1nn Год назад +6

    Please 🙏 help me Lord. I humble myself before you

  • @kayleighbarnes6137
    @kayleighbarnes6137 2 года назад +1

    If I had heard this 2+ years ago, I probably would have broken down in tears, since this is exactly what I was feeling back then. It still hurts now, but I'm lucky enough to have gotten out of the toxic relationships that made me feel that way, so now it’s more of a dull ache than a sharp pain. I've learned a lot from the experience, but that doesn't always take away the hurt. Thank you guys for being a voice for the silent, and for writing songs about the difficult things. You don't see many popular music artists talk about stuff like this, so I'm grateful you guys took up the torch and decided to do it. You guys are awesome, and you have my support! ❤

  • @RoseOfPhantom
    @RoseOfPhantom 2 года назад +3

    "Praying I'll be someone else" hits HARD. I was raised in an extremely religious family and I have gone a completely different path than what they wished I would go. I have heard them say countless times they pray I'll "change" or "seek truth" because they think my mental health battles are a result of me "not following Jesus" (which I still am just not their version)

  • @losixx8514
    @losixx8514 2 года назад

    To anyone reading this, going through a hard time.. or not, know you can change and people are willing to help but you must find the strength in yourself to find it! I can say this because of what I’ve gone through and others with much horrible experiences have overcome that feeling that dwells within. Trust in yourself to trust in others , eventually you will find your way home. Have an amazing life, you all owe it to yourselves

  • @neoash8897
    @neoash8897 2 года назад +4

    Again, your songs always heal my soul

  • @drumckinney4012
    @drumckinney4012 Месяц назад

    "Hate my life for being fake, or hate myself for being real" Damn that's a powerful lyric

  • @mizukun1999
    @mizukun1999 2 года назад +4

    I have always worn a mask with a painted smile so that people would not see that their words affected me, that they hurt me. And yesterday I wanted to take it off and I started crying. This song says many things that I feel deep inside. And I've been like this for many years. Thanks for a song like this, guys. You are incredible 🥺

  • @παναγιωταζερβουλη
    @παναγιωταζερβουλη 2 года назад +2

    "Hate my life for being fake or hate myself for being real" these lyrics truly hit you where it hurts, it couldn't be more relatable...Amazing song once again👏❤

  • @Jean-ol7xm
    @Jean-ol7xm 2 года назад +12

    I've never clicked faster, you guys are amazing ❤

  • @emilybadger4218
    @emilybadger4218 10 месяцев назад +1

    Hits really hard