Badflower - Ghost (Acoustic)

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  • Опубликовано: 31 окт 2018
  • Our debut album “OK, I’M SICK” is available for preorder!
    Purchase exclusive merch, signed cds, vinyl and digital downloads here: badflower.lnk.to/OKISD2CID
    Music video by Badflower performing Ghost (Acoustic). © 2018 Big Machine Records / John Varvatos Records
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  • @TheReddog360
    @TheReddog360 5 лет назад +2735

    Not very often will u find a singer that sounds the same live as they do on the edited tracks true talent 👍👍👍👍👍🤘🤘🤘

    • @izzybladez
      @izzybladez 5 лет назад +69

      Check out highly suspect. Johnny Stevens has an amazing live voice

    • @screamingbunnies9073
      @screamingbunnies9073 5 лет назад +7

      @@izzybladez Yes!!!

    • @annikafroyum8196
      @annikafroyum8196 5 лет назад +5

      Izzy Bladez yasss I was just about to say that

    • @Hacate
      @Hacate 5 лет назад +21

      It's acoustic, not live xD.
      Very nice version tho!

    • @magicD53
      @magicD53 5 лет назад +8

      It’s edited here

  • @SnyderPrime08
    @SnyderPrime08 5 лет назад +2599

    Never heard someone sound so close to their album since chester

    • @lifeseekerforever
      @lifeseekerforever 5 лет назад +12

      Very good

    • @hmangaiha9581
      @hmangaiha9581 5 лет назад +26

      I just couldn't not like this

    • @justsomerandompersononyout54
      @justsomerandompersononyout54 5 лет назад +50

      M.shadows of avenged sevenfold, Corey Taylor of slipknot/stone sour

    • @Dkclemons1
      @Dkclemons1 5 лет назад +43

      I honestly thought he was lip syncing in this until I saw him on whatever that night show was and he still sounded about the same (but with enough difference to know he wasn't lip syncing). I'm keeping my eye on these guys. They'll surely become popular.

    • @mandlynnkinne483
      @mandlynnkinne483 5 лет назад +10

      Omg my thoughts exactly

  • @JasonRiveraLongshotProductions
    @JasonRiveraLongshotProductions Год назад +232

    I'm a retired combat medic with 2 tours in Iraq and 6 tours in the nuthouse. This song has definitely saved my life.

    • @SeaGreenBoii7643
      @SeaGreenBoii7643 Год назад +6

      Thank you for your service, And I wish you luck in life

    • @JasonRiveraLongshotProductions
      @JasonRiveraLongshotProductions Год назад +2

      @@SeaGreenBoii7643 appreciate it

    • @djc8951
      @djc8951 Год назад +4

      Much respect to you. May you find healing and blessing find you. 💛

    • @beezybeez7231
      @beezybeez7231 Год назад +2

      This is a jam 🤘but you must hear “Whispering Wolf” by SLT 🐺

    • @mattlane2282
      @mattlane2282 Год назад +1

      OKay, you picked the job....

  • @kelly7929
    @kelly7929 3 года назад +112

    This song needs to be publicized much more. A very raw and honest song about living with mental illness and needing help.

  • @TheGoProDad
    @TheGoProDad 5 лет назад +1811

    You can just feel the raw emotion through his facial expressions. It’s rare these days to see an artists who really feels what they’re singing

    • @bradhaines3142
      @bradhaines3142 5 лет назад +36

      nice to see someone else notice that

    • @infantry0069
      @infantry0069 5 лет назад +27

      More rare to write and sing their own song!

    • @dreragetv2278
      @dreragetv2278 5 лет назад +4

      Mac miller was an artist best known for his emotion in his expressions while singing

    • @stephanies9236
      @stephanies9236 5 лет назад +5

      For real song hits home to so many of us I found them at aftershock fell in love ❤❤❤

    • @stephanies9236
      @stephanies9236 5 лет назад +1

      Cannot wait for there album to release on my birthday!

  • @akikoyume4722
    @akikoyume4722 5 лет назад +833

    Sometimes I wonder how he can perform this song without crying...

    • @kevinlewis3500
      @kevinlewis3500 4 года назад +48

      There are some songs that I can't even listen to without crying, let alone sing...

    • @mikahbrandon6985
      @mikahbrandon6985 4 года назад +69

      You can bet he's crying inside and the tears are the music of the song.

    • @rebeldrip4379
      @rebeldrip4379 4 года назад +7

      Just like with anything else you have good days and bad days

    • @darkangelmax005
      @darkangelmax005 4 года назад +11

      ALL of their songs are so RAW with emotions, I don't know how anybody can't cry!! I am in love!

    • @jleo8656
      @jleo8656 4 года назад +5

      I know I can't sing along without breaking down. Same with A Minute to Breath by Trent Reznor & Atticus Ross. These 2 songs always make me weep.

  • @dxrkskies3872
    @dxrkskies3872 5 лет назад +120

    His smile when hes playing that piano mini solo tho..... I felt that

  • @tiedyetye2169
    @tiedyetye2169 Год назад +29

    The pain is real. We will all be ok. You got this everyone

    • @beezybeez7231
      @beezybeez7231 11 месяцев назад +1

      This is so good but you must hear “Whispering Wolf” or “Live Not Survive” by SLT 🐺🎸🤘

  • @ARTV-
    @ARTV- 5 лет назад +458

    This version is so damn powerful. Josh sounds amazing, + that foot tambourine is a real kicker!

    • @imatoaster7831
      @imatoaster7831 5 лет назад +6

      ARTV damn I found out about this song because of you, and forgot to thank you! So, thank you Jon, its one hell of a song, you recommend a lot of good Music for me.

    • @tinamoon2785
      @tinamoon2785 3 года назад +3

      Literally!

    • @loder6179
      @loder6179 3 года назад +4

      i see what you did there

    • @carlmclaughlin8601
      @carlmclaughlin8601 3 года назад +4

      its amazing how simple things like a tambourine can drive the vibe in the right circumstances.

    • @rebeccamosley2804
      @rebeccamosley2804 2 года назад

      I agree with you

  • @tekk0825
    @tekk0825 5 лет назад +362

    Only time he smiles throughout the entire song is when he gets lost in his instrument... that's how powerful music is!

    • @briansparrow3255
      @briansparrow3255 3 года назад +6

      Would you ever smile to a song, that's suicidal... I love this song but, it has never made me smile... it gives me hope to not being suicidal.... blah blah blah ....but but but ... blah blah blah

    • @mikaylalynn7682
      @mikaylalynn7682 3 года назад +5

      Im so happy to see this comment because I realized the same thing ❤❤

    • @jrlawson1633
      @jrlawson1633 3 года назад +2

      I never seen him smile once through out the whole video but I knew what you meant or the part your talking about if you are a musician of any kind you know that feeling when you get lost in the music your playing and it just flows out of you I have abunch of recordings of licks I was playing around with and some of the best ones I have a hard time recreating because it just came to me in that moment

    • @cynthiahorvath1368
      @cynthiahorvath1368 3 года назад

      A

    • @hinglemccringleberry9389
      @hinglemccringleberry9389 3 года назад +2

      @@jrlawson1633 music is a powerful thing. It overrides so many emotions

  • @werefox85
    @werefox85 7 месяцев назад +18

    I'm almost 40 and this song makes me bawl and cry like a 2yr old. As a multiple time survivor of myself this song is beautiful to me because I understand every heartfelt and bleeding heart word.

  • @Indy-Andrsn
    @Indy-Andrsn 2 месяца назад +24

    This song came on while I was in the truck with my four year old daughter in the back seat. She asked me why he feels like a freak? I said, “I don’t know, maybe he just feels that way because he can’t be happy”. She said, “I don’t think he’s a freak, I just want to give him a hug so he doesn’t feel sad anymore.” That broke me, only a child’s innocence could show such unbiased love to another human being. We were all like that once. I was in a dark place at the time but that pulled me out. No matter who you are, when you’re feeling helpless and alone, SOMEBODY out there in the world loves you, and always remember that Jesus loves you more. Stay blessed everyone!!

  • @ianmallinson1459
    @ianmallinson1459 5 лет назад +388

    F--k me I've seen some rock legends over the years but these boys are something different...never seen such raw emotion and intensity. Take a bow... I hope you achieve the acclaim your talent deserves.

    • @craigpitcher4288
      @craigpitcher4288 5 лет назад +4

      I agree man...just saw them in Toronto...you know they're gonna be big

    • @nban_1238
      @nban_1238 4 года назад +1

      I’ve only heard this song of theirs, and yeah it’s good, but not for me. But this song isn’t rock, idk about the band tho

    • @rpkels29
      @rpkels29 4 года назад +1

      @@nban_1238 It's alt rock

    • @seanrodman2767
      @seanrodman2767 4 года назад +3

      They really are. It's hard to explain but if you're a fan of rock at all, and you know your rock history, then you know something special when you hear it. And these guys are something special.

    • @christinehuff1036
      @christinehuff1036 3 года назад

      Seen them at DTE at WRIF Fest in Michigan. Can't wait to see them again

  • @amandabendon6676
    @amandabendon6676 5 лет назад +404

    What hauntingly beautiful lyrics. His voice conveys every single word as the truth which is very rare in an artist these days. We need more musicians like this. Best song I've heard in years. Well done BF x

    • @jennandbren
      @jennandbren 5 лет назад +10

      I heard an interview with them about this song the singer had such bad anxiety attacks and depression with being on the road and in public hes like this is what I always wanted but he had a extremely hard time with it

  • @jasonjackson9888
    @jasonjackson9888 2 года назад +165

    He's literally speaking what's in my heart I haven't been able to put into words for 36 long years. I cried like a baby.

    • @henningventer6641
      @henningventer6641 2 года назад +4

      You're not alone bro

    • @melissaclemmons5675
      @melissaclemmons5675 2 года назад +6

      Same. Right there with you. 🤐

    • @christineleatherwood7987
      @christineleatherwood7987 2 года назад +1

      Huge hugs to all 3 of you! Remember people do care about you. I care and i do not know you guys. :)

    • @rachaelharvey9880
      @rachaelharvey9880 2 года назад +2

      You understand 😭

    • @aminn7743
      @aminn7743 2 года назад +5

      My best friend killed himself 30 yrs ago. I have struggled every min of every day grief and guilt has torn me apart. And then I realized when u commit suicide ur pain and suffering is over however it doesn't go away. It transfers to the ppl that love u the most. And I can never pass this to my family. Especially my kids. Everyone at some point in their journey has thought about it. U r not alone in this.

  • @taylorjams4845
    @taylorjams4845 3 года назад +141

    I cant stop playing this song. I dont know why it resonates so strong in me. But atleast i know I'm not alone. Love this version.

    • @MrWom80
      @MrWom80 2 года назад +7

      Not alone man. This song is powerful. Seems we could all use a little help healing sometimes. And we should probably all be a little more kind to one another.

    • @babycaykz
      @babycaykz 2 года назад +3

      Your not alone

    • @christineleatherwood7987
      @christineleatherwood7987 2 года назад +1

      @@MrWom80 not "probably", we should all strive to be more kind to each other and realize we all make mistake and are human...we want people to forgive us so we need to forgive them for mistakes.

    • @nofox777
      @nofox777 2 года назад

      Man, it's his passion singing it that makes a lot of the difference also. It's so incredible.

    • @beezybeez7231
      @beezybeez7231 Год назад

      This is a jam 🤘but you must hear “Whispering Wolf” by SLT 🐺

  • @adamnkrishajessee7365
    @adamnkrishajessee7365 5 лет назад +567

    thank you Badflower for writing this song. When I was 13 I clinically died for 48 seconds from an overdose and I used to cut my arms and wrists up alot. I met my husband 2 years later in high school. We are married with children now. He saved my life. He loved me when I couldn't love myself. I listen to this song everyday because I've been there. This song speaks to me.

    • @nathantalkington9944
      @nathantalkington9944 5 лет назад +13

      I'm glad you survived and made it through it all. You deserve to be happy I have tried it once before but I got caught in the back of my mind I think how easy it was mabe I'll do a better job next time

    • @Andi_andI
      @Andi_andI 5 лет назад +9

      Your story gives me hope and I'm really glad you're alive and found your wonderful husband. Thank you for sharing.

    • @xxpatrick204xx
      @xxpatrick204xx 5 лет назад +9

      Wow you're married and you have children. You're such a success story.

    • @-Coyote-Blood-
      @-Coyote-Blood- 5 лет назад +2

      Adam N Krisha Jessee

    • @sorrowlove27
      @sorrowlove27 5 лет назад +5

      I read your comment and it brought tears to my eyes as I remembered my past. I'm happy you made it out the dark.

  • @AutoAuctionRebuilds
    @AutoAuctionRebuilds 5 лет назад +374

    Dang man this one really has had me thinking for the past few days. Best song I've heard in years.

    • @heathbyerly8806
      @heathbyerly8806 2 года назад +1

      @@GroggyFive59180 his

    • @GroggyFive59180
      @GroggyFive59180 2 года назад +6

      I hope you guys are doing okay these days. I don't know what you are going through, but maybe professional help is the answer, or talking to a trusted friend about what you are going through. People care about you, even if it may not feel like it at times. Be safe, I wish you the best.

    • @autumngreenough9413
      @autumngreenough9413 2 года назад

      Conor

    • @GroggyFive59180
      @GroggyFive59180 2 года назад

      @@autumngreenough9413 Hope you are doing okay these days. Take care.

    • @jayshurock6893
      @jayshurock6893 2 года назад

      I’m too scared to pull the trigger I pulled the trigger

  • @BobbyBrown46772
    @BobbyBrown46772 2 года назад +56

    I love the regular version, but I feel like the acoustic is so much more powerful. Great job guys

  • @basbrunetrouge
    @basbrunetrouge 7 месяцев назад +7

    Heard this song for the first time in October 2018 while driving to Quebec City for what was supposed to be my last vacation with my boyfriend. I wanted him to have good memories of me… of us. I was so ready to end it all a few days later. This song changed my life for the better. It made me realize so much. In July 1st 2019, we made a trip to Boston to see Shinedown and Badflower was doing one of the first part. To tell you how much I cried when they played ghost.
    Today, my boyfriend and I are engaged, bought a house and are raising our 2 year old son.
    Life gets better. Make sure to be there to witness the beauty of it ❤

  • @nicolecleversey1266
    @nicolecleversey1266 5 лет назад +240

    The main chorus is what we can't understand when we are blind with depression. Thankyou for bringing light in a dark world lyrical sound for the silent and love to the unloved.

    • @billygoggiojr7257
      @billygoggiojr7257 8 месяцев назад

      I'll get right this time 3000 miles ago from anyone will look me 😢

  • @RocknRollSandra
    @RocknRollSandra 5 лет назад +105

    I love how the drums sound like a single heartbeat after the line "I tried it once again and I think I might blackout".

    • @Anathica
      @Anathica 4 года назад +22

      That's the point, and he plays the keys to sound like a heart monitor. In the album version there's actually a heart monitor beep after that part.

  • @lyvsix
    @lyvsix 3 года назад +59

    I've cried so much with this playing in the background...I'm not suicidal anymore but I was for a few yrs. According to doctors I should be dead, I guess my body is strong as fuck idk but this song captures perfectly what it feels like to be suicidal. Probably the best song out there on the subject.
    To everyonethinking about doing it...I respect your choices but know that for most survivors or those who don't attempt it gets better and this is a true fact, plus it is proven that even a homeless guy leaves behind at least 7 ppl behind grieving. Your death will bring even more pain, I know the pain is overwhelming but be strong. Please.

    • @jacquelinehaag6468
      @jacquelinehaag6468 Год назад +1

      Woke up on my Bday 3 yrs ago n the ICU after having been put in a medical assistated coma to stop the effects of several hundred 💊. But said that I was having delusions from detox barbiturates n got COTARDS thought I was already dead and in purgation and everyone were demon's pretend to be my family. But as I was getting better I lost my Love of 21 yrs so now I'm Sober and determined to deserve my place in heaven next to her

    • @j.alexander4948
      @j.alexander4948 Год назад +2

      "Even a homeless guy" ... those guys are people too and weren't always homeless. You're message was a good one tho and I'm glad you overcame. Suicide is a lie from hell

    • @heythatsnotmywalrus2819
      @heythatsnotmywalrus2819 Год назад

      @@j.alexander4948 Fuck that religious horseshit. There is no god.

    • @j.alexander4948
      @j.alexander4948 Год назад

      @@heythatsnotmywalrus2819 The Fool says in his heart "there is no God"
      True religion is loving your neighbor and helping people in their time of need.
      Everything Jesus said was the realist and truest words ever spoken. Frankly I dont give not one fuk what you think 💯

    • @beezybeez7231
      @beezybeez7231 Год назад +1

      This is a jam 🤘but you must hear “Whispering Wolf” by SLT 🐺

  • @savannahsalinas8127
    @savannahsalinas8127 5 лет назад +37

    for every person who struggles with suicide and is reading this while listening ... I'm so happy you made it ♡ sweet Angel never give up the world needs you

  • @talynziemer1479
    @talynziemer1479 5 лет назад +608

    This song gives me chills every time I listen to it because I can relate on a personal level! Thank u so much for making this song!!

    • @garrett9562
      @garrett9562 5 лет назад +4

      It gives me chills to man its crazy lol

    • @scottfprichard
      @scottfprichard 5 лет назад +11

      Same here. I hate the fact that I like this song so much. The pain is so visible.

    • @heweltjrjeffrey155
      @heweltjrjeffrey155 5 лет назад +2

      The video is even better

    • @lorenfriend5518
      @lorenfriend5518 5 лет назад +7

      Same here. It's always a beautiful thing when an artist puts the most incredible melody and sounds to words you feel like u have wanted to say but didn't know how to put them to someone or even yourself. I just found this song and band about a couple weeks ago...I almost cried the first time I listened to it. It's sad but also comforting to know that we're never the only ones suffering, hurting or in pain. This song reminded me of that and it was right on time since things have been trying lately...to say the least

    • @tonivk8960
      @tonivk8960 5 лет назад +2

      This is an amazing song. I can relate to it so much.

  • @artisticwizard1016
    @artisticwizard1016 5 лет назад +113

    2:59 omg he plays that piano soooooooooo good😮

    • @yearofthekilljoys
      @yearofthekilljoys 5 лет назад +6

      Well*

    • @andreasfrost-blade4689
      @andreasfrost-blade4689 5 лет назад +2

      2019 year of the killjoys dude, don’t correct idiots then they might be able to trick someone into procreating with them, then there will be more of them.

    • @yearofthekilljoys
      @yearofthekilljoys 5 лет назад

      @@andreasfrost-blade4689 shit you're right

    • @kylafluff2774
      @kylafluff2774 4 года назад

      Ik very talented. I wish i could play piano.

    • @dansbigfanguitarist
      @dansbigfanguitarist 4 года назад

      Kronik 72 ohhhhhhhhhhhh
      Kronik 72, you’re the real MVP, you just slayed these guys. Although, not a fan of using queer like that, but these guys deserved some social judgement.

  • @johnwittner4168
    @johnwittner4168 6 месяцев назад +6

    This version is so much more powerful than the normal video!!! Love the emotions,so powerful, and raw!!!

    • @beezybeez4207
      @beezybeez4207 4 месяца назад

      This is so good but you must hear “Live Not Survive” or “Whispering Wolf” by SLT 🐺🤘🎸🤘🐺

    • @johnwittner4168
      @johnwittner4168 4 месяца назад

      @@beezybeez4207 will definitely listen..thank you.😎

  • @berrygyrl4134
    @berrygyrl4134 Год назад +10

    It's so RARE to hear an acoustic sound EXACTLY like the enhanced and tinkered with version!!

    • @beezybeez5971
      @beezybeez5971 Год назад

      This is so good but you must hear “Live Not Survive” or “Winding Road” by SLT 🤘🔥🥁

  • @Meh-fn3ol
    @Meh-fn3ol 5 лет назад +201

    This song makes me so emotional, no many how many times I hear it in repeat. Hearing the lyrics triggered a memory. It feels almost traumatizing that I've tried as many times and the lyrics described exactly how it felt every single time you try.
    Depression fucking sucks but the fact that there are so many people who struggle with makes you feel a little less alone.
    Whether it is a chemical imbalance or something else, the struggle to wake up everyday is so unreal.
    Music like this helps so much to heal..

    • @nathantalkington9944
      @nathantalkington9944 5 лет назад +4

      I tried it once before and my only mistake was getting caught

    • @lorenfriend5518
      @lorenfriend5518 5 лет назад +8

      Couldn't have said it any better. And yes, we are never ever alone in our struggle/fight/battle with depression. When it gets bad again to the point of suicidal thoughts or tendencies, I listen to music first and foremost because it's my depressions kryptonite. And with all that said, I love this band and this song, both helped and are still helping me now with the BS I been going thru the past month . Thank you badflower

    • @garrett9562
      @garrett9562 5 лет назад +8

      In the end we all have our demons but all you can do is wake up everyday and just keep on trying

    • @coopdavillage1
      @coopdavillage1 5 лет назад +5

      @@garrett9562 sometimes you run out of the energy to try anymore.

    • @-Coyote-Blood-
      @-Coyote-Blood- 5 лет назад +2

      what time are you going to Disney is but I want I can loan from a d ick and it hasn't answered the phone to be a 80s late night at home P000P0 to do with 9990001234556

  • @davidfilip5700
    @davidfilip5700 5 лет назад +435

    This song destroyed me, in kinda good way.

  • @ChrissyGilliam-lq2el
    @ChrissyGilliam-lq2el Год назад +4

    This is the only song that gives me any comfort
    when I am down and out.

    • @beezybeez7231
      @beezybeez7231 11 месяцев назад

      This is so good but you must hear “Whispering Wolf” or “Live Not Survive” by SLT 🐺🎸🤘

  • @user-vk5fg8lk8t
    @user-vk5fg8lk8t 7 месяцев назад +3

    When the singer smiles that little grin for 2 seconds as his piano playing speeds up...... gets me in the uterus😊

  • @giannalee6493
    @giannalee6493 5 лет назад +100

    I know someone who this song means the world to. This acoustic may be the reason she stays alive. That’s how much this means to her. 🖤

  • @imanfuntube4322
    @imanfuntube4322 5 лет назад +423

    He sounds exactly like he does in the video

    • @hairbrushmicrophone9130
      @hairbrushmicrophone9130 5 лет назад +8

      ImanFunTube no ..cuz he full voiced “I’ll be haunting” while here he did it in head voice ...so that proves he is a great singer and can perform in both situations

    • @bradhaines3142
      @bradhaines3142 5 лет назад +9

      its called talent. hard to find on the radio these days

    • @megb5196
      @megb5196 5 лет назад +5

      @@bradhaines3142 the band is on the radio now

    • @elijahcoon425
      @elijahcoon425 5 лет назад

      Meg B damn i need to start listening to the radio now because this song randomly started playing on spotify and i fell in love like 3 weeks ago

    • @DamonCampbellTV
      @DamonCampbellTV 5 лет назад

      ImanFunTube seriously!

  • @jimvaughn8075
    @jimvaughn8075 2 года назад +3

    “And I should’ve told my mom, ‘mom I love you’…like a good son. So powerful.

  • @smurfkillah10
    @smurfkillah10 Год назад +13

    I don’t usually share but I’m just a random person posting a random comment. This song stopped me from ending my life. I listen to it anytime I can’t take things and I think about my mom and how much she loves me. I love this band.

    • @guestlast8312
      @guestlast8312 7 месяцев назад +1

      Any day you are still here is a good day.

    • @user-ci1om9rs6r
      @user-ci1om9rs6r 6 месяцев назад

      As a father who lost his son to suicide, I can’t thank you enough for your mother. It’s been five years and I cry everyday. I would trade anything to have him back…you’re post needs to be shared.Icam so glad you are here.

  • @timidickason3915
    @timidickason3915 5 лет назад +139

    I tried it once before but I didn't get too far
    I felt a lot of pain but it didn't stop my heart
    And all I really wanted was someone to give a little fuck
    But I waited there forever and nobody even looked up
    I tried it once before and I think I might a messed up
    I struggled with the veins and I guess I didn't bleed enough
    But maybe I'm alive because I didn't really wanna die
    But nothing very special ever happens in my life
    Take the blade away from me
    I am a freak, I am afraid that
    All the blood escaping me won't end the pain
    And I'll be haunting all the lives that cared for me
    I died to be the white ghost
    Of the man that I was meant to be
    I tried it like before and this time I made a deep cut
    I thought about my friends and the way I didn't give enough
    And I should a told my mother 'mom, I love you' like a good son
    But this life is overwhelming and I'm ready for the next one
    Take the blade away from me
    I am a freak, I am afraid that
    All the blood escaping me won't end the pain
    And I'll be haunting all the lives that cared for me
    I died to be the white ghost
    Of the man that I was meant to be, yeah
    I tried it once again and I think I might black out
    I should a left a letter but I had nothing to write about
    My blood is all around me, I get dizzy if I stand up
    The cutting part was easy but regretting it is so fucked
    Take the blade away from me
    I am a freak, I am afraid that
    All the blood escaping me won't end the pain
    And I'll be haunting all the lives that cared for me
    I died to be the white ghost
    Of the man that I was meant to be
    I tried it once again and I think I went too far
    The man that I was meant to be
    I cut a little deeper and the pressure stopped my heart
    The man that I was meant to be
    I couldn't tell my mother that I love her, I'm a bad son
    This life is overwhelming and I'm ready for the next one

  • @priddyfit6331
    @priddyfit6331 5 лет назад +123

    Release the new album already. This band is fixing to be the next big thing.

    • @priddyfit6331
      @priddyfit6331 5 лет назад +2

      Rob Holloway Can’t wait. Really like the new XanaX song.

    • @robertlarson3197
      @robertlarson3197 5 лет назад +1

      It's been released as of February. Called Ok, I'm sick.

  • @justanaveragejess86
    @justanaveragejess86 4 месяца назад +4

    I wasn't aware of the existence of the acoustic version. When I found it, I listened to it more than I would like to admit! NEVER gets old ❤

  • @mistycombs792
    @mistycombs792 3 года назад +48

    I know it's cliché but this song saved me in my darkest times and stopped me from doing things to myself that there's no coming back from. Thank you. 🖤
    To anyone out there thinking about hurting themselves..please don't. It's such a finite solution to things that will pass. It does get better, I promise.

    • @prmac3071
      @prmac3071 2 года назад

      Not cliche if it works

    • @jg1772
      @jg1772 2 года назад

      That means if you hear the wrong song at the wrong time you’ll not be able to stop yourself from hurting yourself

    • @allenrose8159
      @allenrose8159 2 года назад

      I still haven't seen better it been years

    • @kristinanordendahl3536
      @kristinanordendahl3536 2 года назад

      So glad to hear that! It is an amazing song!

    • @elizabethmoorman9988
      @elizabethmoorman9988 Год назад

      I❤if it is not your time to go it doesn’t work tried at least 7 times I only died 4 times and somehow they always bring me back I’m now in DBT and I have hope

  • @everythingrandom2237
    @everythingrandom2237 5 лет назад +115

    Just when I thought I couldn't love this song anymore... ❤

  • @zibergg
    @zibergg 5 лет назад +92

    the lyrics hit close to home but hid voice is amazing. this band deserves recognition

  • @livehardsellhard5674
    @livehardsellhard5674 4 года назад +22

    I cried my eyes out when I heard this song.

  • @annatilley5082
    @annatilley5082 4 года назад +18

    as someone that has suffered most of my life with severe anxiety and depression this song touches me so deeply and has gotten me through many dark times. thank you for putting this out there for the world!

  • @coffeewithkarlie
    @coffeewithkarlie 5 лет назад +55

    The way his facial expressions are while singing literally made me cry. You know he felt this song and used his soul. Amazing artwork

  • @ValerieMae
    @ValerieMae 5 лет назад +54

    This talent is unmatched. So raw and exposed. Stunning.

  • @NicoleSandersNAU
    @NicoleSandersNAU 6 месяцев назад +3

    thank you for writing this.

  • @1223LCM
    @1223LCM 4 года назад +39

    Badflower: *are rockstars*
    Also Badflower: "Nothing very special ever happens in my life"

    • @NOTMEORYOU69696
      @NOTMEORYOU69696 4 года назад +1

      I thought the same thing lol

    • @palaye_everyday114
      @palaye_everyday114 4 года назад +12

      I think he means that nothing special ever happens to him that he hasn't had to work for, being a band and doing what he does requires a ton of dedication and effort, and it can take everything out of you, hence the reason why this song might have been made....maybe instead of working his ass off, he just wants something good and "special" to happen that he can enjoy without pressure from everyone to make it better.

    • @baileylarson2661
      @baileylarson2661 3 года назад +3

      Could also be a metaphorical song not even about his experiences, a lot of suicidal people have “boring lives” or think they never get what they need in live.

  • @heyitsme6067
    @heyitsme6067 5 лет назад +36

    Sad song but so hauntingly beautiful. I could listen to this on repeat for hours.

  • @FranciscoGomez-dn8py
    @FranciscoGomez-dn8py 5 лет назад +10

    Can we just appreciate the technical piano playing and vocals at the same time?

    • @IdahoRanchGirl
      @IdahoRanchGirl 3 года назад +1

      Piano playing so unique and awesome! Vocals as well. But that piano sound!

  • @katieharrison8386
    @katieharrison8386 2 года назад +29

    Just saw these guys live last night and they absolutely killed it. His voice sounds exactly the same live and the instrumentals are insane. If you get the chance to see them live, take it!!

    • @deserayhughes7752
      @deserayhughes7752 2 года назад +1

      Commenting because I'm jealous!! I'd LOVE TO SEE THEM LIVE!!! dude is amazing, and you can tell his acoustic version of this song sounds just like he does on the record. Amazing!! Not to mention, the lyrics are Top Notch!!

    • @ryanscott7799
      @ryanscott7799 2 года назад

      I think we r just getting started

  • @natedowning5388
    @natedowning5388 4 года назад +10

    Music like this helps people get through some major problems. Great lyricism

  • @hellishound
    @hellishound 5 лет назад +86

    So when heard this song in concert I had no idea who bad flower was. But I had recently had a suicide attempt and listening to this song hit me hard. It was overwhelming at the time for me to hear. But now. Months later. I’m a better state of mind, I’m glad I found this song again. I connect so much to it. With Everything described I feel like I could have wrote it.

  • @mammashona5846
    @mammashona5846 5 лет назад +76

    Best version yet.. Love the piano

    • @danielsmith5360
      @danielsmith5360 5 лет назад +3

      yes LOVED the piano -- must hear more in future songs and arrangements. Really really good stuff.

    • @DamonCampbellTV
      @DamonCampbellTV 5 лет назад +2

      Shona Colson nice touch for sure!

  • @jadeglavieux2580
    @jadeglavieux2580 5 лет назад +6

    I love the fact that he seems so happy just playing the piano. Such a beautiful version

  • @Gruezi583
    @Gruezi583 4 года назад +6

    " This life is overwhelming and I'm ready for the next one "-- love it

    • @karencraig2452
      @karencraig2452 4 года назад

      This hits home for soon many people I know including me. Having suffer from depression since I was 15. I'm 57 now dealing with life one day at a time. I'm still here. Music is my therapy and the grand talent we have with this band is nothing more than good medicine. Thanks guys. Excellent

  • @tombradbrady7412
    @tombradbrady7412 5 лет назад +152

    This song gets me by everyday, ty guys I appreciate you!

    • @rowlandgal7477
      @rowlandgal7477 5 лет назад

      So damn good, mind blown dudes

    • @deenaward9065
      @deenaward9065 5 лет назад

      Bring reality to perspective.. I try so hard to be the person I'm meant to be.. This song touches me so deep.. Because ending my life wouldn't end the pain. It would absolutely transfer to the ones who love me.. Thank you guys for making a song that touches the heart as deeply as this.. 💓

  • @MrsTeenagewiccan
    @MrsTeenagewiccan 5 лет назад +22

    Ahhhhhhh the way he piano In this seriously made my heart skip a beat . This whole thing is just beautiful 🙌

  • @TheOriginalAcoustic
    @TheOriginalAcoustic 4 года назад +23

    This is one of the most haunting and painful songs I’ve ever heard in my 29 years of life. Thank you for baring your soul to us. “The cutting part was easy, but regretting it is so fucked” - it’s the truth. All my love, respect, & admiration goes out to you guys 🙏

  • @Melissa-sk8ub
    @Melissa-sk8ub 3 месяца назад +1

    This saved more lives then they’ll probably ever realize, but truly thankful they have ☺️🖤

  • @bhoogie237
    @bhoogie237 5 лет назад +80

    “This life is overwhelming and I’m ready for the next one.”
    Same same same. Idk what to do with myself anymore.

    • @KareenBurgosPappas
      @KareenBurgosPappas 4 года назад +11

      Fight! Fight every day and keep fighting! Fight against the dying of the light... You are not alone.

    • @peachy8027
      @peachy8027 4 года назад +6

      i know im late, but are you okay? you can always talk to me. i know it’s not much coming from a stranger on the internet, but ill listen

    • @bhoogie237
      @bhoogie237 4 года назад +3

      Bean Child no, thank you for reaching out. I’m not really ok at all right now. I just feel very empty and useless. I actually forgot I posted this a while back and came back to post something tonight because I’m really going through it right now. I just don’t know what to do or feel.

    • @bhoogie237
      @bhoogie237 4 года назад +2

      Kareen Burgos thank you so much. I’ll keep fighting, it just feels pointless to sometimes.

    • @RedBandanaGarage
      @RedBandanaGarage 4 года назад +3

      Bdoogie bro...it always feels that way. Then it doesn’t. Then it does again. It’ll yo-yo with you , but remember this is just your consciousness being an ass. In this era, we don’t have anything to live for anymore other than each other, we don’t have great wars or famine to survive. Or anything for that matter, so our minds try to give us ideas of no hope to cope with the lack thereof.
      Just remember, the candle is still lit and we need to ensure it stays that way for as long as possible. Don’t rely on your brain but your heart. It is the feelings you have for every small thing that will keep you going. They will give you the joy you miss, and you should cherish those moments because they are worth living no matter how twisted it may seem.

  • @KayluhRuhnay
    @KayluhRuhnay 5 лет назад +15

    in my teens i used to self harm when i felt overwhelmed, 5 years clean and recently i had been struggling again but then i found this band and this song in particular so now when im overwhelmed or upset i listen to this song and take a few breaths. the line "the cutting part was easy but regretting it is so fucked" particularly speaks to me because it reminds me that while it may help in the moment ill be so ashamed and disappointed after the fact. so i owe this song a lot.

  • @Vault127
    @Vault127 2 года назад +1

    The voice in combination with the poetry *chefs kiss*

  • @brucehoneyman2945
    @brucehoneyman2945 3 года назад +4

    you know unlike so many artists he had to be involved with this there's just to much raw emotion. He has probably touched so many with this song and helped them through horrible times.

  • @braindeadgoldfish
    @braindeadgoldfish 5 лет назад +19

    This song destroys me every time I listen to it, but I keep coming back to it because it's so perfect.

  • @tripxez8478
    @tripxez8478 5 лет назад +11

    2:45 is why I listen to music..one of my favorite bands to date.

  • @Samantic2332
    @Samantic2332 6 месяцев назад +1

    This song will forever be my soul saver.
    Remember fondly the nights in which I lay restless, tear stained with an excruciating pound behind the darkness of eyelid. Prayers to never wake, only to offer a silence to the defeaning voices that were my own thoughts.
    Am so deeply proud of myself for everything I have conquered these last three years. Due to reflection, maturing, and many learned lessons - I now have an entire faith in myself to carry through this life. Without the suffocating feel of gasping for every shallow breathe.
    Now and forever, breathing deeply. Steadily. Happily.

    • @beezybeez4207
      @beezybeez4207 4 месяца назад +1

      This is so good but you must hear “Live Not Survive” or “Whispering Wolf” by SLT 🐺🤘🎸🤘🐺

  • @kirsten1355
    @kirsten1355 4 года назад +6

    I legitimately have no idea how josh performs this without crying. The acoustic version hits on an even deeper level 🖤

  • @andrewhockenheimer8956
    @andrewhockenheimer8956 5 лет назад +113

    I love this so much you guys are gonna go places, I found you guys when I heard Ghost on the radio and I definitely am a life long fan now

    • @mikedouglas1226
      @mikedouglas1226 5 лет назад

      Me too what u just said

    • @DamonCampbellTV
      @DamonCampbellTV 5 лет назад +1

      Andrew Hockenheimer their future is bright!

    • @russelllynch7606
      @russelllynch7606 4 года назад

      Sirius xm plays Badflower alot. My local channels never play them or any good music. #iheartradio destroyed Louisville, KY rock.

  • @Karli841
    @Karli841 5 лет назад +49

    I don’t even have words to describe how perfect this is. Thank you so much for sharing your passion with the world 💚

  • @crystalhandley3541
    @crystalhandley3541 2 месяца назад +1

    This is the first time I saw this version it's absolutely beautiful the raw emotions I love it

  • @WinyanHanhepiwi
    @WinyanHanhepiwi Год назад +8

    Really looking forward to seeing these guys live. This is some serious talent, here. The raw, emotional songwriting and vocals - wow. And can I just say, speaking as a classically trained pianist, that is just some beautiful, clean, effortless piano technic right there.

  • @amandahale7510
    @amandahale7510 5 лет назад +35

    rip to my Big Brother Samuel Mark Benslay. MAY 4TH 2007. The day part of my heart died, and slowly kills the rest. I think at times he was the smart one. But my 2 year old MEAN ASS, reminds me why Im here. My brother took enough drugs "EVERY SINGLE DRUG ON THE MARKET IN 07" to kill 10 people and then hung himself in the woods behind his house. When my son was born in 17 (10 years later) he has a birth mark on the back of his neck.. I think my brother came back to me. We shall see as he gets older. My mom says my brother and I acted the same way as toddlers and Raiden acts just like that. Another irony, My mom made my brother a crosshatched blanket YEARS ago, When raiden saw it, He said mine... BTW my child doesn't talk much at all.. There was 18 years between me and my brother Sam.. LOVE YOU BUBBA THINK OF YOU EVERY DAY...........

  • @Roamingraven37
    @Roamingraven37 5 лет назад +31

    I heard you on octane on XM radio and I have axienty and depression like you and I can relate to this song. Thank you for it. Can't wait to see you in Pittsburgh in March

  • @gr8tdnz
    @gr8tdnz 4 года назад +11

    If you’re looking for a sign not to kill yourself, this is it. You may have messed up your life. You may have completely pulled the pin out of the grenade, and laid on it with your own choices. But I can tell you... I can PROMISE you... with every ounce of my being- your life is not over. You are not a waste. You still have meaning and purpose. Your life can still make such an enormous difference. It may make an enormous difference just for your own family.... or more families than you can count.

  • @amysinger7229
    @amysinger7229 Год назад +5

    I just found this band yesterday and was just speechless by the official video of this song. I just watched this version and ...... I am blown away. I am pretty biased when it comes to music and have not really cared for any new bands because they have no talent!!! But I am in love thus far and I can barely type because I want to listen to all of the other songs y'all have!! BRAVO!!!!

    • @stacyn.t.turner1609
      @stacyn.t.turner1609 11 месяцев назад

      Same here & in agreement with u! This is absolute talent and, and well speechless right now bc of how great this is & in this day and age at that. Great job Badflower!!!❤🎉😊

  • @ntxoil8894
    @ntxoil8894 5 лет назад +6

    This is one of the best acoustic songs I've listened to from new age artists.

  • @atmassylphen6785
    @atmassylphen6785 5 лет назад +5

    The edited version is awesome but this, with the piano and the Same vocal quality... Incredible.

  • @justamotorcycleenthusiast9800
    @justamotorcycleenthusiast9800 4 года назад +3

    When a great produced song is published and then you hear an acoustic version and your mind is blown!

  • @Grima3773
    @Grima3773 4 года назад +1

    LOVE the antique bottles that are constantly being flashed. I wonder if they have any significant meaning

    • @jittercritter
      @jittercritter 3 года назад +1

      Considering alcohol has a very relevant and very cruel relationship with depression, it wouldn’t be surprising if it did

  • @jimschoeff4185
    @jimschoeff4185 5 лет назад +13

    I'm a 62-year-old musician, and I've been playing and have seen all of the great bands from the 60s to today and I know raw talent when I hear it, and this is it. Bands like this let me know this generation is keeping the music alive.

    • @johnkeenum1408
      @johnkeenum1408 5 лет назад

      I agree, I'm 55 yrs old & I find this song is awesome !

    • @porknbeans6757
      @porknbeans6757 5 лет назад

      Yeah. I admit I'm a bitter jaded musician (50s) who got really close to making it right before the 80s music scene ended. In a way I'm glad, cuz it forced me to go to school, get a good job. pension, 401k, etc. Many of the guys that "made it" back then struggled when the scene ended...some still struggling now. Thing is, when I watch this band I realize i realize I never had anything powerful like this to say anyway. I see a lot of gimmicky stuff but this is the real deal. I saw them live the other night and they sounded as good as a CD.

  • @FaalKoriim
    @FaalKoriim 5 лет назад +208

    As someone sitting on the verge of suicide once again, I appreciate this song. Particularly, "this life is overwhelming and I'm ready for the next one."

    • @Grima3773
      @Grima3773 5 лет назад +3

      I feel you 😖

    • @HighStakesDanny
      @HighStakesDanny 5 лет назад +13

      There is no next one.

    • @RocknRollSandra
      @RocknRollSandra 5 лет назад +10

      If you need to talk, feel free to send me a message. I mean it.

    • @wtw6474
      @wtw6474 5 лет назад +10

      As a parent of a son that has and is fighting suicide, again never give in! The pain and sorrow is overbearing that I can not fix this. Never give in to the voices, I pray continually that he will not end today, and that I could bare his pain.

    • @berrygyrl4134
      @berrygyrl4134 4 года назад +4

      Agree 100%

  • @seanleavell2230
    @seanleavell2230 5 месяцев назад +1

    Imagine being in a still room and hearing nothing but this …I bet everyone in that room got chills #Art

    • @beezybeez4207
      @beezybeez4207 4 месяца назад

      This is so good but you must hear “Live Not Survive” or “Whispering Wolf” by SLT 🐺🤘🎸🤘🐺

  • @crystleyates2600
    @crystleyates2600 2 года назад +3

    This song saved my life. I couldn't feel anything but sadness and emptiness...... and this song 💜

  • @bluejai4212
    @bluejai4212 5 лет назад +8

    I love this song so damn much.
    The minimalist approach makes it that much more heavy.
    Can’t get enough.

  • @daisygirl315
    @daisygirl315 5 лет назад +38

    IM SO PROUD OF YOU GUYS, I’m amazed at how far you guys have come. I feel like I’m not alone and Thankyou for saving me

  • @rachelmiles7857
    @rachelmiles7857 Год назад +2

    He's really feeling this song.
    And I feel it even more because of it

    • @beezybeez7231
      @beezybeez7231 Год назад

      This is a jam 🤘but you must hear “Whispering Wolf” by SLT 🐺

  • @kolibri7272
    @kolibri7272 2 года назад

    Cry before he starts singing.. The guitar... 🥺❤️

  • @JCL51475
    @JCL51475 5 лет назад +5

    I’m in awe. I love this so much more than the original. Love their sound.

  • @taylorwall3292
    @taylorwall3292 5 лет назад +37

    I’ve listened to the original so many times bought it on iTunes because I loved it so much I think my husband is growing concerned with how much I love this song ! 🙈

    • @nightchild8324
      @nightchild8324 5 лет назад +4

      I am having that same issue! But I can't stop listening to it!!

    • @ryanduffy5263
      @ryanduffy5263 5 лет назад +1

      Taylor Wall.... me too!

    • @scottfprichard
      @scottfprichard 5 лет назад

      I have no idea how many times I've listened and watched the original video.

    • @DamonCampbellTV
      @DamonCampbellTV 5 лет назад

      Taylor Wall 😂

    • @erikalynn8896
      @erikalynn8896 5 лет назад

      Same here!! I can't stop😍🙌

  • @Tannh10
    @Tannh10 Год назад +2

    Blown away. His vocals, everything.

    • @beezybeez7231
      @beezybeez7231 Год назад +1

      This is a jam 🤘but you must hear “Whispering Wolf” by SLT 🐺 🎹 🎸

    • @Tannh10
      @Tannh10 Год назад

      I’ll look it up, thank you!! xo

  • @user-ll2zz7vx7k
    @user-ll2zz7vx7k Год назад +1

    some times life is what you need the most so never throw it away let it be your muse

    • @beezybeez7231
      @beezybeez7231 Год назад

      This is a jam 🤘but you must hear “Whispering Wolf” by SLT 🐺 🎹 🎸

  • @nightchild8324
    @nightchild8324 5 лет назад +104

    I think I might be in love with this version even more than the original! When are you guys coming to Denver Colorado? I would love to see you guys play at the Roxy or an equally intimate setting!

    • @CaraLucky777
      @CaraLucky777 5 лет назад +1

      They are playing at the marquis theater on the 14th of this month and then will be back in CO February 26 @ the Ogden with nothing more! Can't wait for these shows!

    • @nightchild8324
      @nightchild8324 5 лет назад

      @@CaraLucky777 omg!! Thank you so much! I can't make this month but Feb 26th is my bf birthday!! And I've seen nothing more twice already!! What a great damn show! I will be there!
      Thanks for sharing

    • @DamonCampbellTV
      @DamonCampbellTV 5 лет назад +1

      Night Child hell yea!

  • @brandyc9593
    @brandyc9593 5 лет назад +24

    👏💙
    I NEED a Badflower Headset 🎧

    • @brandyc9593
      @brandyc9593 5 лет назад

      @KingBee _malsman_ I'd buy it!!😁

    • @nicole-sw2et
      @nicole-sw2et 5 лет назад +4

      They're V-MODA headphones, you could customize them on their website to have them say Badflower just like their's.
      p.s those headphones i've heard are reallllyyy good lol

    • @DamonCampbellTV
      @DamonCampbellTV 5 лет назад

      Brandy e would be awesome!

    • @jeff8907
      @jeff8907 4 года назад

      @@nicole-sw2et my hero

  • @dahliablack9017
    @dahliablack9017 3 года назад +1

    Josh's voice is orgasmic 💓👏

  • @sydkiller19971
    @sydkiller19971 3 года назад +12

    I played this song several times everyday when I first heard it. I still come back to it several times a week. It will probably never stop resonating in my head everyday. This is the best song to describe the way that I truly and deeply feel. Thank you so much Badflower for giving me this opportunity to connect with such a song.

  • @meadowlin2656
    @meadowlin2656 5 лет назад +27

    this is for my own personal reference, ok?
    ok
    0:39 ye
    1:33 voice thing?
    3:02 lil smile
    3:28 ; ))

  • @emmahoffman5082
    @emmahoffman5082 5 лет назад +11

    This song is so real

  • @miller2478
    @miller2478 2 года назад

    Can’t get enough of this band, haven’t heard a voice or song like this in a long time. Amazing

  • @gentle_apathy
    @gentle_apathy 4 года назад +3

    That piano solo... so beautiful. His voice is very raw and striking. The entire band just stuns me, there is so much talent here.