Citizen Soldier - Face To Face (Official Lyric Video)

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  • @mclordplayz9729
    @mclordplayz9729 3 года назад +3540

    One of the few perks of insomnia is being able to listen to these songs as they come out.

    • @shukakura937
      @shukakura937 3 года назад +227

      you aint even wrong lol

    • @CitizenSoldier
      @CitizenSoldier  3 года назад +409

      Much love 💜

    • @jeryn8200
      @jeryn8200 3 года назад +49

      06.00 here for me.. days off are hard. I work nights normally but still.

    • @mariaoswin4061
      @mariaoswin4061 3 года назад +39

      I feel you! it was 3.30am in Russia and I also had insomnia, but I was able to watch Jake going live on tik tok! Definitely not going to be salty about it

    • @lazarusc1994
      @lazarusc1994 3 года назад +11

      Totally agree

  • @chibiquil
    @chibiquil 3 года назад +1128

    "I'd rather die on my feet than live on my knees" hits me in my soul. Super motivational. This song is awesome

    • @swatirai1123
      @swatirai1123 2 года назад +13

      My fav part it is just amazing song but this line is just wow

    • @gabriellemccurdy1794
      @gabriellemccurdy1794 2 года назад +6

      I get chills when I listen to this

    • @MyszTheMouse
      @MyszTheMouse 2 года назад +7

      I just learned today that it is a quote from George Washington

    • @Obi-Wan_Kenobi62
      @Obi-Wan_Kenobi62 2 года назад

      If it was actually motivating, you’d get on your feet and _do something_ instead of resonating with the song and doing jack sh*t.

    • @melissae.8031
      @melissae.8031 Год назад +3

      I'd be willing to bet big money that this comment, from a year plus ago, is far more relevant "today'

  • @blaizefire4903
    @blaizefire4903 3 года назад +351

    This song speaks to me I battle depression and anxiety and I’m still here thanks to my wonderful family who helped me with all my struggles

    • @WarCriminal-y1u
      @WarCriminal-y1u 2 года назад +12

      Just remember to keep fighting! Nothing in life worth doing is easy.

    • @blaizefire4903
      @blaizefire4903 2 года назад +7

      @@WarCriminal-y1u yes I agree!!!

    • @aarons6935
      @aarons6935 11 месяцев назад

      No you don't

    • @JonathonDobesh
      @JonathonDobesh 6 месяцев назад +1

      Your blessed n highly favored I don't

    • @blaizefire4903
      @blaizefire4903 5 месяцев назад

      @@JonathonDobesh hahaha I’m better then ever brother

  • @angelicaybarra9716
    @angelicaybarra9716 3 года назад +78

    "I was In such a hard place , something had to change." Wow!! This group is becoming one of my favorites. Amazing music

  • @secretsecret9164
    @secretsecret9164 3 года назад +213

    i feel like a lot of these lyrics call back to past songs.
    "i cant forgive, i cant forget" (youre always in my head) - I Hope It Haunts You
    "the darkest part of me" (im gonna burn it to ashes) - The Cage
    and not exactly, but
    "i will not be defined by the life i left behind" makes me think of "i refuse to be defined by what i almost did that night" - Stronger Than My Storm
    there are probably others, that's just what stood out off the top of my head. anyway, amazing job as always! I'm loving the defiantly hopeful tone of a lot of the latest songs

  • @luciferpetrenkoff5040
    @luciferpetrenkoff5040 3 года назад +557

    “What a terrifying place, left alone here in my head” a poor mental state, like mine, makes your head and inner thoughts hell to be around or live with

    • @CitizenSoldier
      @CitizenSoldier  3 года назад +37

      💜💜💜

    • @learnerofsuntzu9325
      @learnerofsuntzu9325 3 года назад +16

      but at least you dont let them rule you, that is the key, they can be there, but they wont define you

    • @lechking941
      @lechking941 3 года назад +5

      he i have had nights like that, but i also more often have nights were being in my head has been blessings over human interaction

    • @RoxyRoomba
      @RoxyRoomba 3 года назад +1

      @@lechking941 I know that feeling

    • @joshuahopkins7987
      @joshuahopkins7987 3 года назад

      Sound's fun, and different from my madness

  • @lynzylu5
    @lynzylu5 3 года назад +874

    This is why I love rock and metal. Your song is ABOUT something, and it's about something important; living with your scars, standing up to your problems, making a change for yourself. And man, it sends that message in a way that frickin slaps. Well done, looking forward to more

    • @CitizenSoldier
      @CitizenSoldier  3 года назад +96

      Appreciate that 💜

    • @mastersinthe
      @mastersinthe 2 года назад

      I agree too many pop songs that are called motivational but are just describing what being a slut is like

    • @Eleven_Mayfield
      @Eleven_Mayfield 2 года назад +12

      @@CitizenSoldier you are a legend 💜

    • @demonderpz7937
      @demonderpz7937 2 года назад +1

      I agree, but I believe Hopsin’s “the ill mind of hopsin” 5-9 all have a decent meaning behind them as well. Having said that, nothing beats citizen soldier

    • @primetimespecialtyservices117
      @primetimespecialtyservices117 Год назад +2

      Thank you so much for doing this song. I feel like you said everything I was thinking

  • @gregorykolenbrander595
    @gregorykolenbrander595 3 года назад +11

    I did fight the devil in me and lived. I just got out of a state psychiatric hospital a few days ago after being there 7 months and let me tell you. Having a good support system helps. If ANYONE needs a good support system, just ask for help. I know it's hard, but it's a huge relief to get it out. Thank you guys for your music. It has helped me a lot this past year.

  • @oni_leonidas
    @oni_leonidas 3 года назад +136

    "I fought the devil and I'll live to tell" I have gone throught a lot, I have cried and I have struggled. But one thing is certain, my Body and mind want vengence over all those bad moments and are willing to live throught more pain and struggle to prove people with evidence that even insignificant people like me can become so much more than they thought they were. I have fought the devil, and I live to tell the tale.

  • @jayemsea4742
    @jayemsea4742 3 года назад +72

    "If i face my darkest days will i finally make my peace". This just is so true. Exactly now. Everyone has something that is hard for them and its hard to face it. But with no fear anyone can defeat their devil inside. ❤ love the song.

  • @ANoonieK
    @ANoonieK 3 года назад +81

    "My scars are my war paint" sent a shiver down my spine; the lyrics you all put together never stop hitting me in the feels. It's amazing what you all do to bring awareness of different struggles people keep quiet about.

  • @cherylgiunto9155
    @cherylgiunto9155 3 года назад +3

    Thanks for putting out such a inspirational song.. i am a 54 yr old woman who is battling stage 3 cervical cancer.. everyday im face to face with my devil.. this song gives me more drive to keep pushing thru.. today is the first time i heard this song called face to face.. it rocks and its a song that has so much meaning when i listen to it.. my life is worth the struggle.. keep jammin out songs like this.. it gives people like me who are facing real demons hope to keep fighting thru everyday.. i will be jamming out to this song during my chemo treatment.. thank you for this song #FCANCER

  • @xXJaneRoseXx
    @xXJaneRoseXx 3 года назад +156

    As usual with the music you release, this is a song I needed to hear. As I’ve commented on past videos, I’ve been professionally diagnosed with OCD, depression, and anxiety. Now I’m looking into Borderline Personality Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Personality Disorder, Avoidant Personality Disorder, PTSD (car accident, abuse/witness to domestic abuse, and sudden loss of a love one), Complicated Grief Disorder, Depersonalisation/Derealisation Disorder, and Bipolar (none of them other than BPD and depersonalisation/derealisation disorder is currently ruled in. I have not spoken much to a professional about any of the other diagnoses but I have an appointment coming up in a week and I’m hoping to get to the bottom of this). I’ve done a lot of things that I regret, and things that have happened in my past and people I’ve lost continue to haunt me to this day, and I blame myself for all of it. All of the music you’ve released has spoken to me on a personal level and has been a comfort for me when nothing else was. I’m glad I was able to be here from the beginning with you guys. Thank you for continuing to create and release amazing music. I’m looking forward to future creations in the future.

    • @CitizenSoldier
      @CitizenSoldier  3 года назад +33

      Sending tons of love 💜

    • @BlueTextingStories
      @BlueTextingStories 3 года назад +23

      You know Jane, it takes a lot of courage to tell this, even online. I may not know what you are going through right now, but keep standing strong. You'll get past these, you hear me? You'll face your demons, and you'll beat them. Every. Single. One. Of. Them.

    • @hermitsunite953
      @hermitsunite953 3 года назад +11

      I hope you have a great life despite your challenges. The universe gives the strong the hardest challenges.

    • @PurpleFlames87
      @PurpleFlames87 3 года назад +3

      I hope your appointment goes well

    • @Voron_Aggrav
      @Voron_Aggrav 3 года назад +6

      You've got my respect, all of this and you're still in the ring fighting for another round, stay strong and I hope you can get on top of things,

  • @genericosgenericbrandoceri873
    @genericosgenericbrandoceri873 3 года назад +443

    I always love these songs, they are filled with burning passion that is addicting. I just love the choice of dialect as well, is unique and powerful. They lyrics could have been "I won't give up without a fight" but instead "I'd rather die on my feet, than live of my knees". It had similar sentements, but they way the lyrics are written feels more powerful, and I absolutely love it.
    Keep up this amazing work.

    • @CitizenSoldier
      @CitizenSoldier  3 года назад +38

      Thanks for listening 💜

    • @Obi-Wan_Kenobi62
      @Obi-Wan_Kenobi62 2 года назад +2

      Maybe it’s possible you’ve found this out already (and partly thinking out loud)
      So you’d rather resonate with this song and agree with “damn my life sucks” and continue to live like that and live in that clouded vision, rather than _doing _*_something_* about it and taking it upon yourself to get to the point to where you finally don’t relate to the song at all? That’s the end goal from what I can tell.

  • @duchessofpotatoland
    @duchessofpotatoland 3 года назад +847

    This song makes me want to find the devil in me, fight it and reclaim the whole me.

  • @AislinCampbell
    @AislinCampbell Год назад +6

    I'm still fighting the devil and my shame. Citizen soldier thank you for the words "my past will not define me" and "my life is worth the struggle" and "my scars are my war paint". These word really give me confidence

  • @lyulf
    @lyulf 3 года назад +63

    I love how Citizen Soldier throws back to their other songs. It creates this connection that tells a story of hurt, struggle, despair, and a will to survive in spite of it. It shows this choice to live that, while positive, doesn't sound corny or like a socially expected response. It sounds real, and doesn't gloss over or ignore the negative that's still there. To me, that makes it so much more powerful.

    • @partypoison8476
      @partypoison8476 Год назад +4

      Yeah, cause the thing is, their songs are mostly based on Jake's personal experience of attempting suicide :') But also he is practicing as a therapist

  • @HerondalesAngel
    @HerondalesAngel 3 года назад +602

    Absolutely 💯% epic goodness I get so excited when you post a new song and video thank you Citizen soldier 🖤

    • @CitizenSoldier
      @CitizenSoldier  3 года назад +45

      Appreciate your support 💜 Much love

    • @MrBandit736
      @MrBandit736 3 года назад +5

      love it great song

    • @dgafffxp8263
      @dgafffxp8263 3 года назад +4

      I saw comment on many songs before

    • @cherbz362
      @cherbz362 2 года назад

      @@dgafffxp8263 no it says IGAF

  • @cha_riffik
    @cha_riffik 3 года назад +156

    I struggled with depression for one year, In that time I lost the love of my life, I fell out with my parents, I almost killed my brother and I was a cutter because it had gotten to a point where physical pain was better than emotional pain. But now I can say that after struggling to get though a single day, waking up in the morning, of wanting to die everyday. I faced it and I can't say I'm a hundred percent better but I'm trying to be. Your songs always encourage me(only God knows how many sleepless nights your songs have made me feel not alone). Thank you so much !

    • @CitizenSoldier
      @CitizenSoldier  3 года назад +22

      Appreciate you Charles 💜 Let's keep fighting

    • @johnbarton5
      @johnbarton5 3 года назад +6

      You are not alone.

    • @koki1829
      @koki1829 3 года назад +7

      Hey brother, I noticed you capitalized God. So I’m going to take the assumption that you’re Christian. If so, and if those urges come to fight you again. I’d like you to take a look at Leviticus 19:28, 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 (different context but I’d say it still applies). Hope you’re beating those trials brother.

  • @christopherromo8013
    @christopherromo8013 3 года назад +134

    "I Am Not Afraid
    My life is worth the struggle"
    That line right there. That gets me up every morning to tackle the day.
    That needs to be on a t-shirt or something lol 😂

  • @drek1461
    @drek1461 3 года назад +166

    Just the fact that is a song of this guys is enough to know that will be AWESOME!!!

  • @georgemunteanu7904
    @georgemunteanu7904 3 года назад +67

    "I'd rather die on my feet than live on my knees" such a powerfull line
    This song goes to my workout playlist, thank you Citizen Soldier for this amazing song 👍

  • @Nitrougen
    @Nitrougen 3 года назад +21

    "My scars are my war paint" Man, Citizen Soldier always hitting me with the chills, keep on being awesome you guys

  • @satanm8c40
    @satanm8c40 3 года назад +261

    "I'm not okay" and "Would anyone care" are still my favourites. But this slaps.

    • @MoonlarkSpirits
      @MoonlarkSpirits 3 года назад +7

      Those two are my favs also

    • @MrEX-wb9ko
      @MrEX-wb9ko 3 года назад +2

      Mine's I'm tired

    • @williams.n.9443
      @williams.n.9443 2 года назад +3

      try hearing "Mess of me" from Citizien Soldier, it's so good.

    • @Jaxgotscared
      @Jaxgotscared 2 года назад +1

      Mine's either golden weather or scarecrow :)

  • @adorkablefox
    @adorkablefox 3 года назад +90

    The lyrics are so powerful, especially "My life is worth the struggle" and "My past will not define me"

  • @precious5795
    @precious5795 3 года назад +12

    "I'd rather die on my feet than to live on my knees."
    This line is so deep! I love this song so much!

  • @HJ-kf7zn
    @HJ-kf7zn 3 года назад +651

    "My scars are my war paint."
    Yes they are. I've carried mine for 16 years, and I'm still standing. I'm still standing, still fighting, still alive.
    I'm still fighting my demons to this day, but as time goes on... I'm growing stronger than them. 🖤

    • @CitizenSoldier
      @CitizenSoldier  3 года назад +56

      💜

    • @mnhaziq5010
      @mnhaziq5010 3 года назад +25

      NEVEER STOP FIGHTING

    • @HJ-kf7zn
      @HJ-kf7zn 3 года назад +14

      @@mnhaziq5010 don't plan on it!

    • @syrup5481
      @syrup5481 3 года назад +6

      @JUDE CULBERT get a therapist and tell your parents or someone you trust im not good at saying these things so sorry if it sounds dull

    • @joshualynnholmes3416
      @joshualynnholmes3416 3 года назад +1

      you are not alone

  • @charlesphilabaumjr4522
    @charlesphilabaumjr4522 3 года назад +2

    Citizen Soldier, I just want to say thank you for making such amazing music. When I lost my brother back in February I was so helpless and depressed. I was scrolling through TikTok one night and just found your song "Face to face". Ever since that night, I have been fighting for my life. I just want to say thank you and God bless you.

  • @lotus5770
    @lotus5770 3 года назад +62

    Perfect thing to go to bed too! The song already sounds like fire!

  • @XTrifinityX
    @XTrifinityX 3 года назад +201

    "Scares are my war paint."
    "I'm face to face with the devil."
    That hits me so hard. I always call my dad the devil because of the why he acts. This song hits me hard. Great work guys.

    • @CitizenSoldier
      @CitizenSoldier  3 года назад +21

      💜

    • @izzaireredacted3018
      @izzaireredacted3018 3 года назад +6

      Yeah my stepdad is almost like the devil... I'm so sorry for you. I hope everything is going to get better

    • @tweetthechicken3870
      @tweetthechicken3870 3 года назад +4

      I hope you are fine with me asking but how bad is he

    • @XTrifinityX
      @XTrifinityX 3 года назад +2

      @@tweetthechicken3870 he's verbally abusive to my mother and I. He also has hurt my mother many times.

    • @XTrifinityX
      @XTrifinityX 3 года назад +2

      @@izzaireredacted3018 I'm sorry to hear about your stepfather. I thank you for your good wishes and hope you are alright as well.

  • @Fonklun
    @Fonklun 3 года назад +289

    I used to be scared of what hides in the dark, now everything what is in the dark is scared of me.

    • @CitizenSoldier
      @CitizenSoldier  3 года назад +30

      💜💜💜💜

    • @kingak2328
      @kingak2328 3 года назад +14

      I love your comment

    • @insaniacgaming2009
      @insaniacgaming2009 3 года назад +12

      The same thing for me.. Everyone is scared of the truth I speak
      . Everyone sits by idly and blindly while sit awake at night seeing so much wrong.. I never chose to be born but I live this life anyways. My choice to conform is real.. I won't give in

    • @tweetthechicken3870
      @tweetthechicken3870 3 года назад +1

      @@insaniacgaming2009 then what is the truth you speak of

    • @devyl3057
      @devyl3057 3 года назад +4

      Especially after I threw my stuffy, pillow, nlanket, clock, toy Pennywise, roller skate, sketch book (and much more) at the darkness. Boi, them monsters got more cu cussions than I've had (8)

  • @HelghastDiver
    @HelghastDiver Год назад +4

    as someone who has survived 10 attempts on my own life this band is a breath of fresh air, great music and songs that remind me even in my darkest moments there is someone out there who knows exactly how I feel and what I am going through. Much love to you and your music and mission. Has helped me through a lot of dark moments in my life.

  • @skyroyal9612
    @skyroyal9612 3 года назад +5

    The is the definition of the life I live now and how much I have fought my past. Your music always speaks to me in one way or another. Keep going your music has made this fight much easier

  • @diamondblade3490
    @diamondblade3490 3 года назад +29

    "Something had to change, so I faced it."
    Yes, this is so true. You are in charge. You are the one who can change your world. Don't rely on others to do it for you.

  • @RFpejo
    @RFpejo 3 года назад +39

    I am a clinical psychologist from Romania, I just wanted to thank you, because you helped me alot and my patients. I use your songs to help them to rationalize the ``problem``. You got some fans in my country mate. (I am sorry for my english level tho).

  • @AkinToDamnation
    @AkinToDamnation Год назад +4

    This song is about fighting the devil and conquering him because God is always there helping you get through your hardships

  • @nemoschmetterling6053
    @nemoschmetterling6053 3 года назад +6

    I can relate to this so much rn. I fight 2 chronic illnesses for about 16 years now, the biggest battle is to accept them as a part of me. Your songs are an emotional refuge on the days I see no light. Thank you so much and keep up the amazing work.

  • @kalseru
    @kalseru 3 года назад +6

    I absolutely fell in love with the song!
    The lyrics are so meaningful, especially the lines „my past will not define me“ and „my life is worth the struggle, my scars are my war paint“ really hit me as I heard the song for the first time.
    Especially when suffering from depression, I often think way too much of my own mistakes and it’s incredibly helpful to hear encouraging songs like yours. Thank you so much!

    • @CitizenSoldier
      @CitizenSoldier  3 года назад +1

      Appreciate you so much 💜💜💜💜

  • @jasminechavez7653
    @jasminechavez7653 3 года назад +44

    This song really hits me in the heart guys this tune is an awesome healing song of me not giving up my life and I’m healing from the pain I fought in my life for the last 8 years When I saw the lyrics in this video those lyrics remind me to leave my painful past behind I’m learning to do that and focus more on my happy place and my dreams for myself to pursue melodic rock music as a melodic rock singer this song really hold a special key to my heart I’m now leaving my painful past and my depression behind it’s a big change for me I’m now open and honest with myself and learning to love myself more and healed my wounds and my scars I left with my soul guys this is an awesome song u guys change my life for me to become a better young woman young adult young lady i can’t thank u enough you guys are my savior you saved my life and your music gave me so much hope in my life love you my angels your great mentors to me love u awesome album you rock and your vocals touches my heart love u 😍

  • @AshlynnM-i8y
    @AshlynnM-i8y 8 дней назад +1

    Thank you...I've been battling depression and anxiety, and insomnia has taken over my life.

  • @emi30120
    @emi30120 3 года назад +9

    "I rather die on my feet than live on my knees" Just wow...you guys did amazing work again - I didn't expect anything else from you! So much power in one song

  • @HatoriMoons
    @HatoriMoons 3 года назад +5

    Such an empowering song. Thank you, Citizen Soldier, for once again voicing the things often left unsaid and the pain often left locked up.

  • @andy4380
    @andy4380 3 года назад +147

    Facts about Citizen Soldier
    - never disappoint
    - makes the greatest lyrics and music in the world
    -you Guys are the best
    -still Citizen Soldier in 2040

    • @thenexus8384
      @thenexus8384 3 года назад +7

      -never make a boring song
      -never fail to make you feel strong

  • @keithcasner3277
    @keithcasner3277 3 года назад +6

    Out of all of your songs I have listened to. This one is one of my favorites because this song speaks to me about both my depression and my past abusive relationship. It shows how much you can face but still be able to live strong despite what has happened to you. So thank you so much for producing these songs for us fans. That have stories that relate to each other.

  • @Logan_Vitalis
    @Logan_Vitalis 3 года назад +56

    I have waited a while for this I know I’m commenting so fast but I can’t not immediately click the notification!!! Love you guys!! I can sleep in peace now.(somewhat haha) 😂🖤🖤

    • @CitizenSoldier
      @CitizenSoldier  3 года назад +8

      Love you too 💜

    • @jules6735
      @jules6735 3 года назад +1

      Same here. It’s an amazing song, as always!!

  • @Glacial_Wintrr
    @Glacial_Wintrr 3 года назад +107

    Haven't heard it yet but I can already tell it's going to be good!!

  • @MGHays
    @MGHays 3 года назад +5

    2:04 - 2:08
    This is super inspiring, y'all. I mean, the whole thing is inspiring but this line in particular. I am so tired of being pushed around by other people and by my own thoughts (which, in truth, are my biggest bully). Your songs are always so relatable in so many ways and that is what makes a piece of art. I lost my grandfather last night and this song truly helped. It reminded me that no matter what the pain be it life-inflicted or self-inflicted, we have to keep going. We have to wear our scars with pride. Everyone just remember that.

  • @ethanmiles-keay6439
    @ethanmiles-keay6439 3 года назад +5

    I've been struggling with depression for years found you guys on tictok and your now part of my power playlist to pull me out of my head. This song says exactly what I need to be thinking

  • @PastaSick
    @PastaSick 3 года назад +61

    got emotional there real quick-
    "my life is worth the struggle"

  • @Shoyro
    @Shoyro 3 года назад +4

    Hearing this, it reminded me that my life is worth the fight. I overcame my inner demons already, but the emotional scars I have still exist. They are no longer signs of dark thoughts, but signs of the fact that I still live a life worth living for.

  • @mariaoswin4061
    @mariaoswin4061 3 года назад +24

    This is so precious! I love how you play with music and this moment with the voice behind the song. Everything is just incredible! And I have a soft spot for red so the video is even more amazing because of it! The lyrics are so inspiring. I will definitely try to stand firm on my feet (I just need to stop standing on my knees first lol) Thank you so much for the song, going to have it on repeat for the next month for sure

  • @Amish5226
    @Amish5226 10 дней назад +1

    While I do not struggle with my depression as bad as some others do (never got to the point of thinking of hurting myslef). I do struggle with my anxiety a lot (I have generalized anxiety and have days where it's just a constant anxiety attack) so while I can't connect to some of your songs as deeply as others can I can still connect to them. Thank you for your music.

  • @brokendaylight13
    @brokendaylight13 3 года назад +10

    I’ve recently been feeling like I’ve defeated my demons, but sometimes it feels like they’re always going to come back and take me down again. Songs like this is what keeps me going. Songs like this and Let It Burn, Hallelujah, and Hope It Haunts You. Thank you so much for making these sorts of songs, they really help a lot of people 💜

    • @CitizenSoldier
      @CitizenSoldier  3 года назад +4

      Appreciate you 💜

    • @brokendaylight13
      @brokendaylight13 3 года назад +3

      @@CitizenSoldier We should be the ones appreciating you guys!

  • @autumnfrost2488
    @autumnfrost2488 3 года назад +24

    Yet another powerful, emotional and empowering anthem! I don't know how y'all do it but your music makes people feel seen and heard, you put words to feelings that otherwise couldn't be explained

  • @GilesCorey2011
    @GilesCorey2011 3 года назад +5

    The worst demons are the ones we fight inside ourselfs. Great song as aways, and it's beautiful to not feel so alone. I wish relief and a BIG hug to everyone who is dealing with suicidal thoughts and deep depression, I hope that WE can win this fight in the future.

  • @crowfoxington6838
    @crowfoxington6838 3 года назад +5

    I'll admit, your songs bring peace inside my deranged and depressed mind. I was in a pretty tough place until I discovered your music, thank you for this, I feel like this is a voice to my life.

  • @hayleytheredwolf8027
    @hayleytheredwolf8027 3 года назад +6

    This song made me realize everyone can get through life to get better from whatever has happened to them in the past but it does take a fight to do so.
    This song is really good!!

  • @CentennialCripple
    @CentennialCripple Год назад +11

    Started therapy not too long ago to deal with anxiety and depression. I'm hoping this will be my anthem.

    • @chayharding326
      @chayharding326 Год назад +1

      I hope everything works out for you 🔥🔥🔥🔥

  • @FluffyArtiste20
    @FluffyArtiste20 3 года назад +4

    You have helped to motivate me to keep pushing and get through what I’ve been chained to for many years. Eventually, it will all come to a close and I’ll find peace. I know this to be true. “At war with monsters in my head,” “I fought the devil and I’ll live to tell.” “My past will not define me.” Thank you for this message. It couldn’t have come at a better time. 💜❤️🖤

  • @cemeterysinner7284
    @cemeterysinner7284 3 года назад +2

    I was having panic attacks an hour ago. I was breaking down and bawling because I felt so lost because the mountain of pain on my shoulders from what's happened the last couple of years was about to break me. I'm okay now. Thank you. So much. Metal, rock, it's the reason I'm still here and alive and able to love. Keep making badass music, know you are helping, I'm sure there are thousands doing the same thing and feeling the same way.

  • @JilieBoe
    @JilieBoe 9 месяцев назад +2

    "I'd rather die on my feet, than live on my knees!" Gosh, you are THE BEST, and you always hit the right spot to save/help someone in need! Thank you for that! ♥️🍀🤘

  • @YuukiSugarHEART
    @YuukiSugarHEART 3 года назад +7

    I have to admit that you have become one of my favorite bands ever. Once I heard one of your songs a few months ago, I had to hear them all. I love your deep voice and find it quite soothing, even though the lyrics tell a different story. But I love the lyrics so much! My parents are both working in an Opera theatre and I followed them on the stage and was singing in the youth choir for 11 years, so music was always a big part in my life and I am capable of recognize different voices instantly. And whenever I hear your voice I instantly know who is singing, even if I don't know, that I am hearing one of your songs. I'm always so excited when a new video is out. My favorite songs so far are If I surrender and Stronger than my Storm. Both songs are full of strong feelings and I like that these two Songs show the exact opposite of each other. On the one side you just want to give up and embrace Death and on the other side you fight for your life and wear your scars with pride. I love that. So I wanted to thank you, that you are uploading so many songs right now! You have a big new fan over here in Germany 😁

    • @CitizenSoldier
      @CitizenSoldier  3 года назад +2

      Appreciate you 💜 Thanks so much for those words

  • @charles7740
    @charles7740 3 года назад +16

    I think I have finally found a band that understands me even though they've never met me🖤🖤Thank you guys

  • @AlexHerron-u5v
    @AlexHerron-u5v Год назад +1

    This song hits every single thing for me. I’ve survived more in my life than most - severe child abuse, became a widow at age 25, and the last 3 years I’ve slowly been pulling myself back together “…because my life is worth the struggle, my scars are my war paint”. Picking up the pieces and trying to just survive has been so damn hard and Citizen Soldier has really helped me every single step of the way.
    I’ve survived the abuse. I endured the loss of my husband which almost killed me. Fighting not to take my life took everything in me, but looking at my fur baby who needs me I could never have left him alone. I have a chronic illness that is partly due to the abuse I live with every day. But the pain, the scars, the pain, it will NOT break me. My scars do not define me.
    It’s always been me against the world to shield the people I love from the pain I live with every day. But I’ve fought so hard to get up off the floor and rebuild my life. Now Im in trauma therapy for my grief and cPTSD, I have a boyfriend that I love deeply and we are forming our own family. I still fight my devils every single day, but I will not break.

  • @balanc-joy9187
    @balanc-joy9187 3 года назад +6

    1:45 I cannot stop listening to that point and onward, best part in my view!!

  • @jeremybrack8836
    @jeremybrack8836 3 года назад +18

    "I fought the devil and I lived to tell"
    Just those opening words let me know this song is going to be AMAZING!!!

  • @stefandrumcea7021
    @stefandrumcea7021 3 года назад +9

    I DID NOT expect that begging, i love this song so much already!

  • @DaleMckinnon-fe2ux
    @DaleMckinnon-fe2ux 4 месяца назад

    Each time this song comes up i remember when i first started to follow jesus and my memories began to flood back things i made myself forget its brings tears to my eyes but i will fight

  • @Dark_Shade_drawz
    @Dark_Shade_drawz 2 года назад +3

    I absolutely love this song. Sometimes ill be screaming at the top of my lungs in a pissed off mood with tears in my eyes in revenge, other times I will be sitting at my desk staring into the abyss while crying my eyes out from my trauma. No one is alone in the world, just know that everyone is loved.

  • @SpectreXeno
    @SpectreXeno 3 года назад +5

    this song is exactly how i feel now, with my toxic friend that left me, more like i left him for a better life, and i’m thriving so much more than any of my old toxic friends and i’m so proud of myself for facing the hard times and not letting my past define me, you guys really are the best at making these songs and they really get to my heart 💚💚💚

  • @itz_x_salvation395
    @itz_x_salvation395 3 года назад +7

    The songs just seem to get better and better, incredible. I play these songs over the speakers in the gym and a lot of the guys comment on how they like this band.

  • @cher9626
    @cher9626 3 года назад +1

    its awesome finally seeing you guys get recognition for these powerful songs. Never though a small town Christian gal would be a fan of rock music but you have changed my mind. Still dealing with PTSD and Panic attacks from severe abuse but I am stronger than they ever knew. I will not be stopped my voice will not be silenced ever again.

  • @ComradePenguinski
    @ComradePenguinski 11 месяцев назад +6

    "My scars are my war paint" goes so hard. Love it.

  • @vmikarin
    @vmikarin 3 года назад +12

    When I didn't even listen to it but I already know that this is a masterpiece.

    • @CitizenSoldier
      @CitizenSoldier  3 года назад +2

      💜💜💜

    • @vmikarin
      @vmikarin 3 года назад

      @@CitizenSoldier I listened to this song right now after my final math exam and I'm not disappointed.
      Good job 🛐👏

  • @FaeTomioka
    @FaeTomioka 3 года назад +18

    Three words: I GOT THIS!!!
    I have fought many times. My head can be such a scary and dark place, but if I can beat it ONCE, I can beat it again. I will always stand up. I am bulletproof against many things now. I went to hell and back but I am still standing.
    IF I CAN... YOU CAN TOO!!!
    My issues do not define who I am...
    💜💜💜💜

    • @CitizenSoldier
      @CitizenSoldier  3 года назад +3

      💜💜💜

    • @FaeTomioka
      @FaeTomioka 3 года назад

      @JUDE CULBERT I am sure you can get out of this. I know it's easier said than done, but you are way stronger than you believe when being strong is all that's left. You're human and making mistakes and feeling sadness and everything is valid.
      YOU ARE VALID IN EVERY WAY POSSIBLE!!!
      I don't know you, but I have faith in you. Sending healing vibes your way 🤗🦋

    • @FaeTomioka
      @FaeTomioka 3 года назад

      @JUDE CULBERT I just know how it feels like to be left all alone because of the issues I have and more. Many ''friends'' I had left me because I was ''too much'' to handle. I was all alone. Many nights I tried and tried to keep the thoughts at bay, but they kept coming back to haunt my brain. I almost gave up a lot of times, but I know I have people here who cares about me and would be devastated if I was gone forever. Sometimes we tend to forget them in our darkest moments. They give me strenght to keep on fighting. These people are a rare gift and I know you have some by your side.
      I have psychotic depression and chronic generalized anxiety. Had that since childhood due to intense psychological bullying. I am an adult now and let me tell you something:
      It's not always easy and I still cry myself to sleep sometimes, but I keep on being brave like it did not happen cause I know I am stronger than my demons. I fought them for so long. They get me at times, but I get up and run head first until they remain quiet again.
      Hell started when I was 5... I am still alive. If I can, you also can. I will keep you in my healing thoughts.
      To heal and to help everyone in need of a hand 💜💜

    • @FaeTomioka
      @FaeTomioka 3 года назад

      @JUDE CULBERT I can understand all this (is an adult). Your family that you have and trust should never judge you for this. They might even have their own demons that you do not know about. Everyone faces their own battles and are worthy to ask for help when it is needed the most. Of course it's not easy, but you have to give it a try. You have to give it a shot even if it scares you. You are worth so much more than you believe. You need that therapy? Get that therapy!! I am rooting for you!! 🤗💙

    • @FaeTomioka
      @FaeTomioka 3 года назад

      @JUDE CULBERT I can also provide you some links from people I watch. Those are streamers I watch all the time so I am almost always in the chat. They are not family-friendly so adult subject and cussing at times so I warn you. Hope to see you there!!
      Furan:
      m.ruclips.net/channel/UCEJtn-7wtaphW_-e2h-Yh5g
      SnapClickKat:
      m.ruclips.net/user/dangerouskat

  • @matthewkoeleman2271
    @matthewkoeleman2271 Месяц назад +1

    Your songs are amazing, I almost forgot how good your songs are
    You guys deserve way more recognition and I wish the best of luck to you guys

  • @DragonSteph
    @DragonSteph 3 года назад +5

    Wow! You said in the live stream that this song is about therapy and facing your inner demons through that, right? This encompasses exactly how I feel as I literally printed out new patient forms for a psychiatrist a couple of hours ago. It's exciting and terrifying to finally (hopefully) get some help. Your songs have really been helping me put my anxiety/depression into words after years of struggle, so thank you for everything you've done!

  • @Sarah-du7vy
    @Sarah-du7vy 3 года назад +5

    I swear to god, you guys have the best timing with releasing songs.
    It’s been a really rough time for me, it had started to get better and in a way it still is but I’ve slipped up a lot this week with my devil, and it made me realize that I wasn’t doing as well as I thought I was. Still trying to fight it, I’ve been stuck for years in up and down quasi recovery and every time I think it’s getting better I realize I was just suppressing it. Still trying but it’s so hard. I am blessed to have found your music, keep writing. You help me and countless others in so many ways and I hope you know that❤️

  • @kingfroggy2425
    @kingfroggy2425 3 года назад +30

    "my life is worth the struggle" indeed it is. Just need to find the reason for holding on this long...

    • @astrodreamer946
      @astrodreamer946 3 года назад +3

      I feel you. Sometimes we have to make our own reasons, even if those reasons are elusive to us.

    • @kingfroggy2425
      @kingfroggy2425 3 года назад +1

      @@astrodreamer946 and sometimes the reason was with us from the get go, we just need to find it deep within ourselves.

    • @CitizenSoldier
      @CitizenSoldier  3 года назад +4

      Hang in there 💜

    • @KeksimusMmaximus
      @KeksimusMmaximus 3 года назад +1

      I found that reason in my family. My parents, my sister, in my darkest days when every inch of my body wishes to leave this hell on earth, I cling to them, I can only imagine how much pain I'd cause them if I'd leave and I never wish to make anyone feel that

  • @sleepyasher1
    @sleepyasher1 2 года назад +1

    This song is giving me courage to get through all the things in my life. School, past trauma coming back to haunt me, work, etc.. I've been abused for several years and am only 16, this song gives me the strength and motivation to move on and face my devil

  • @ZenZudokai
    @ZenZudokai 3 года назад +15

    The past informs what we are, but it does not dictate who and what we will ultimately become. Trauma is an unrelenting beast, but that doesn’t mean we owe it a damn thing. So break your chains, stand on your feet, don your war paint, and let out a fierce battle cry that will make the devil himself cower in fear.
    God gave us each a story to live. Let’s make sure we give ourselves the best possible ending.

  • @Brndndutton
    @Brndndutton Год назад +7

    Such passion and depth to your words. This song speaks volumes. Thank you for this. It connects on so many levels.

  • @CxGameLol
    @CxGameLol 3 года назад +3

    I have struggled to forget my dark past and have failed over and over again but this song helped me to get on my feet and push forward to fight my demons

  • @marquisestudios4936
    @marquisestudios4936 3 года назад +2

    I never got it checked officially, but I still have my demons, and this song gives me so much power to hold on, and I'm so grateful for you

  • @firedragonbri547
    @firedragonbri547 3 года назад +4

    I was going through your songs because i’m doing an exam for chorus and we have to analyze a song, and I was looking through and listening to all your songs and I saw this one and went “I haven’t heard this one?” Because you literally posted it today!!! I love your songs, not only do I love the genre of songs, and that your lyrics really resonate with me and make me feel like i’m understood. But also, your lyrics and songs are really easy to understand and figure out, thank you!!

  • @shyza6472
    @shyza6472 3 года назад +9

    All of u guys songs hit home, it's like u guys know me more than anyone who knows me in real life . U guys are amazing ✨

  • @sody9798
    @sody9798 3 года назад +4

    I just came back from another song and I didn’t realise this is the official channel, I already love this artist

  • @brightclaw7187
    @brightclaw7187 2 года назад

    This song makes us realise that people battling depression and still looking to a new day, are actually the strongest warriors because battles always start in the mind and once you conquer that, you can do anything. For all those battling depression, you are the strongest warriors and fighters in this world, remember that and continue fighting because one day you’ll win.

  • @DeathsExile
    @DeathsExile Год назад +5

    I took to using scarification to prove my changes to myself so that line "my scars are my war paint" really speaks to me thank you for making such meaningful songs

  • @brianagrootboom1039
    @brianagrootboom1039 3 года назад +6

    Thank you once again for voicing out our words that we couldn't say. I really appreciate it. 😭❤️Keep them coming... They are saving lives. 💪❤️

  • @Beeleezbulb
    @Beeleezbulb 3 года назад +4

    probably one of the greatest lyric vids ive ever seen. i love this!

  • @siennalarson7069
    @siennalarson7069 3 года назад +3

    “My past will not define me.” This is my favorite line as I was abused in a cult as a young child and this reminds me that my past didn’t make me I made me. Thank you so much Citizen Soldier 💜

    • @siennalarson7069
      @siennalarson7069 3 года назад

      The cult doesn’t have a name but is sometimes referred to as “The Truth,” “The Way,” “The Lowly Way,” or the “Two-by-Twos.” It is one of the largest cults worldwide with several hundred thousand members. “The Way” took my virginity before I even started preschool (when I was about four) and no one ever believed me. I told my best friend this week what happened (just to clarify I’m not being abused anymore) but she didn’t believe me. It hurt so bad not to be believed. But anyway this song always reminds me that yes, I fought the devil. Yes, I’ll live to tell. My past didn’t make me I made me 💜 I’m 15 now and learning to go from surviving to thriving 💜 My story starts today The last 15 years of my life arent my story. My story starts today 💪💜

  • @ShoguYT
    @ShoguYT 3 года назад +5

    This song makes me want to fight with my own weaknesses. Amazing song to wake up with

  • @shukakura937
    @shukakura937 3 года назад +5

    one of the most powerful songs so far , this is definitely in my top 3 if not number 1! Amazing Job!

  • @filiplass7442
    @filiplass7442 3 года назад +6

    HOW DO YOU KEEP MAKING SUCH PERFECT MUSIC THE LYRICS LITERALLY HIT SO HARD

  • @heinkorff2589
    @heinkorff2589 2 года назад

    This is a amazing song... i got a tattoo in 2013 that says i would rather die on my feet than live on my knees... its a military thing from Ronald Reagan's speech... just amazing that you made a song like this...

  • @annampoutsia
    @annampoutsia 3 года назад +5

    I found "Would anyone care" through a random Spotify Playlist and I can tell you that your songs helped me when I was in my darkest times...Now that I fought the devil I'm here to support you guys even more💜

  • @redvampire9573
    @redvampire9573 3 года назад +6

    Another amazing song! You honestly seek deep down into mental health and bring such beauty from it! You help more people with your music than you realise

  • @thediamondarcher2880
    @thediamondarcher2880 3 года назад +7

    Honestly, just the song I needed to hear “my past will not define me”; thank you citizen soldier!

  • @friendlywarrior9033
    @friendlywarrior9033 2 месяца назад

    I’d rather fight the devil on my knees because those who kneel before God can stand before anyone