My old roommate never liked heavier music until I started inching it into his life song by song. Over the years I could see his depression grab more of his soul day by day and I realized music was his output. When I discovered this band and specifically this song and blared it through our speakers he immediately took hold to the words and it became his all time favorite. Another year or so went by and I had to move away for work. Without that positive influence I guess the depression took hold again and he ended up committing suicide a month after I left. He wrote me the night before he took his life and thanked me for showing him Amity Affliction and how they helped him through the hardest of times. I want to thank you for bringing a smile to my friends soul while he was with us and I know everytime I listen to this song a small piece of him is still with me jamming out in the room and smiling because life is just that much more bearable at the moment. Thank you
+Dalton Cundiff Check out the instrumental, I guarantee it will give you even bigger chills. /watch?v=HSi3xqx5Uoc. I heard them soundcheck just the instrumental before the show at riverstage and it was indescribable... then when I realised I could edit it from the DVD footage I was happy beyond relief
I've always found ahrens movement when trying to sing whilst playing bass very unique. It's like his body can move but his lips are held by some sort of magnetic force on the mic
Any time he sings a high note (ie his parts on the chorus) he jerks his head back to his right, like he's got a tic and it's sooo distracting. It couldn't stop noticing it at the show. It must help him reach the note by extending his vocal cords a bit or something. But I just think gee doesn't he get a stiff neck every show throwing his head back like he's got whiplash?
Thought I would visit back here to reminisce a little. This song dropped about 2 years in to the dark part of my life. this song and the album really dragged me through it for the most part. Went and saw them live in 2016 in Brisbane, then after that got married, 2 kids and life keeps getting better. Never thought I'd be here to say this but, I PROMISE you it get's better if you keep pushing even when you can't.
I saw these guys in 2017 at the Cleveland Agora..I was 46 (I took my 24 year old disabled son to see them)and I absolutely fell in love with this band. We saw MIW as the headliner. Great show.
The only reason why I mentioned my "Disabled son" was because he was trying to find himself musically. He loved Amity Affliction, he thought MIW was ok. I absolutely agree with him. Oh, I wanted him to see a band that I liked but all the old fvckers around me think I was too old for shows like that so...2 birds with 1 stone.
I been slowly dying with heart failure and kidney failure for 7 years now. This song and a bunch of others are the reason i get up every morning. If i had one wish before i passed it would be to meet them and let them know how much they have done for me
This song saved my life and I didn't even know it. It gave me something I didn't have, but wouldn't need until recently. Thank you for putting this into the world for me to find and guide me back.
Hey so ive been struggling with depression for a while now and i just wanna say thank you guys so fucking much for the music you all put out. I cant tell you how many nights ive stayed awake listening to your albums drunk as hell with a loaded gun or bottle of pills next to me. Really you guys are changing lives. thank you guys so much. Your music gets me through the day thanks. So much,
YESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS!!!!!!!1! I SWEAR EVER SINCE I LISTENED TO DEATH'S HAND FOR THE FIRST TIME I HOPED SO BAD THAT THEY'D MAKE A VIDEO FOR IT, MY LOVE FOR AMITY IS INFINITE
Its late at night almost close to dawn, haven't slept at all. I cant help myself but come back and listen to this jam cause its the only thing that screams hope in my life at the moment.
My friend, my Amity Affliction concert buddy, held Deaths Hand a couple of months ago. He had family and supportive friends, but this time, death's grip didn't let go. Who knows how many times he told death to get fucked, but there's only so much a person can take before they're well past their breaking point. This life can be so cruel sometimes. He was a great friend, passionate car guy, and wonderful husband and father. This song broke me today, singing along for the first time since he passed. These guys truly make some great music, and I only hope more people will discover them and hear their uplifting songs and hope that maybe it will give them the strength to pull themselves from abyss that is so easily fallen into.
Am i the only one who listens to music based on the sound and the feelings i get from listening to it, not because the bands " not generic " or " really cool ". This song gives me goosebumps and i love the sound. Thats why i keep coming back to it. :)
that's the reason i listen to every band i like based on weather i like the sound and meaning behind the song not because the bands are different or popular or 'cool bands'
I don't normally listen to bands like this but, this band is one of my favorites. I have recommended them to many people and would do so again and again. I absolutely love The Amity Affliction!
I remember hearing this for the first time as a suicidal 17-year-old. The line “Hey death, get fucked” hit me like a train when I first heard it; it gave me a sense of hope that I couldn’t find anywhere else at that point in my life. I’m way happier than I was back then, but this song and especially that line still have the same effect on me. It just reminds me how far I’ve come.
po-o_i Cuz i was playing pokemon fire red and had 40 hours in it and my save corrupted for no reason. Also dad left me but i'm more concerned about the pokemon
TAA saved me from suicide. TAA gave me the balls to get sober. TAA gave me the confidence to start working out more & more. Before them I was 307 with no hope and ambition. Now I’m 202 , a year sober & alive. We really don’t appreciate music as much as we think. Hey death, get fucked!
Sometimes when I can't sleep and I to feel some not so good feelings I'll watch this video and I'll get tingles all down my spine and this song makes me happy all the time. It's so inspiring both lyrically and musically. Just all around amazing stuff
Even though I don't really listen to their music as much anymore, I always come back to this song when I feel overwhelmed by my emotions. It reminds me of the many times I dealt with my depressive thoughts, and their music was always my only source of comfort
I know taa won't read it but I want to thank them for give me power to live. I wanted to give up too quickly but they gave me strenght to keep on and give my best. And for this I want to say thank you for the good music
hoodedraider for me yes it is..nobody in my family is willing to take me to a concert and I cant just pull out money and buy tickets..plus they dont come to the United States often at all
For the longest time I thought it said "I understand the feeling" Then I bought the shirt. It says "I held deaths hand this evening" Well, that makes a lot more sense.
This song is more then just music this video and song is about being a warrior of life and accepting and conqouring everything that comes your path and never to give up!!!! ☝️ let’s go ✌️
Yeah, all they're songs are pretty likable haha, personal opinion i guess, I don't mean young bloods the song (even though it was a fucking amazing song) i mean the whole album is just perfect.
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My old roommate never liked heavier music until I started inching it into his life song by song. Over the years I could see his depression grab more of his soul day by day and I realized music was his output. When I discovered this band and specifically this song and blared it through our speakers he immediately took hold to the words and it became his all time favorite. Another year or so went by and I had to move away for work. Without that positive influence I guess the depression took hold again and he ended up committing suicide a month after I left. He wrote me the night before he took his life and thanked me for showing him Amity Affliction and how they helped him through the hardest of times. I want to thank you for bringing a smile to my friends soul while he was with us and I know everytime I listen to this song a small piece of him is still with me jamming out in the room and smiling because life is just that much more bearable at the moment. Thank you
Fuuuuuuuck!!!!
I lost my best friend to suicide too man I feel you, and yeah amity is just awesome keep fighting man
Tyler Breihan bittersweet... I lost my BFF too.. it hurts but the music we both loved makes me happy and cry at times.. sorry for your loss.
@@xmaryxhavokx i almost lost my big sister last night
That's some deep shit God bless
Seeing this live and hearing literally everyone in the crowd sing "hey death, get fucked" is just so chilling in the best way possible.
yoooo alexisss haha didint think i would see you here
Its amazing
I could only imagine this shit live.. chills everywhere
+Jake Kappa ayyyyyyyyyy lmaoooo
+Jake Kappa gang
the beginning riff gives me chills everytime
+Dalton Cundiff YASS!
+Dalton Cundiff Check out the instrumental, I guarantee it will give you even bigger chills. /watch?v=HSi3xqx5Uoc.
I heard them soundcheck just the instrumental before the show at
riverstage and it was indescribable... then when I realised I could edit it from the DVD footage I was happy beyond relief
still the best
Same
I’ve realized that I listen to this type of music as a way to express my feelings bc I have nobody to talk about any of my problems with anyone
Bruh you good?
Me too man, me too
cause ppl only wanna hear good news and the friends are there when the weather is fair.
everyone likes a good trainwreck, unless they are on it.
Honestly that is my life too so I feel your pain and I am so sorry you have to go through it all alone.
Same bro 💯🔥🎸
"Hey death, GET FUCKED!"
Chills every time
+Zoe Bob да
+Zoe Bob same bro
+Zoe Bob Really ? It mostly makes me cringe
+Michel van der Molen I'm with you.
***** Can't blame ya
I love that growl after he says “I held deaths hand this evening” then the opening heavy riff begins and after the first chorus lol
Bro so do I! I literally said the same in my comment.
Its a "BLEAAGHHH"
Matt Duehring after listening to more metalcore I have learned that term lol, thanks tho
Totally gives me goosebumps
HE PUKED!!
This concert looks fucking insane. God I wanna be there right now.
Why would you wanna be at an empty venue? ;)
Hailey Buchanan Legit tho
Fuck that'd be amazing
Right!! Epic as fuck!!
Devil Trigger Bro I wanna go to one of their concerts so bad
I always get the urge to say "THIS IS SEMPITERNAL!!!" in the beginning cx
Omg same 😂😂
he'll yeag
OMG YUS!!!!!
i feel ya
You mean "this is Steph the turtle"
One of me and my sons favorite bands. Here I am at 58 years old blasting this..
I’m 46 and I just took my 18 year old daughter to see them a little while back and they were fucking amazing!
I love spending time hating my life and listening to this beautiful song!
Recently Deceased Me too. Me too.
+1
What do.you know, i hate being alive too 🙆♂️
The hardest part of this band is choosing which song is my favorite. I've been trying to decide since 2012
Dude i agree everytime someone asks what my favorite song i name 5 by them then another 3 then another 4
2023 and im still trying to choose
@E D I said that 5 years ago and I'm still feeling the same way
Listen to the new song It’s Hell Down Here
It's still the same way 5 years later lol
I've always found ahrens movement when trying to sing whilst playing bass very unique. It's like his body can move but his lips are held by some sort of magnetic force on the mic
Any time he sings a high note (ie his parts on the chorus) he jerks his head back to his right, like he's got a tic and it's sooo distracting. It couldn't stop noticing it at the show. It must help him reach the note by extending his vocal cords a bit or something. But I just think gee doesn't he get a stiff neck every show throwing his head back like he's got whiplash?
hm yeah i've never seen anyone do it like him
It's so epic, this is when you know they're your favorite band cx its awesome
+angiepie111 he is doing that so his highs don't sound really bad and make the mic equal its controlling the mic
angiepie111 like 2:32 ?
2:54 is goosebump-inducing. Holy hell, shivers every damn time...
I promise I won't leave here
Don't let me die I'm fucking screaming
+Red Dootle holy shit i read that at the same time he sang it unexpectedly
+Dootle Cus ive got more life left to live, got some promises to keep.
+Dootle red members here this is cool
+Dootle got that tattooed on my wrist :)
This song gives me chills. Not the bad chills, but the magical chills. I feel like I'm in a different world that's mine. It's a good feeling.
magical, like unicorn magical? :3
Joel and Ahren together in sync are phenomenal
Thought I would visit back here to reminisce a little. This song dropped about 2 years in to the dark part of my life. this song and the album really dragged me through it for the most part. Went and saw them live in 2016 in Brisbane, then after that got married, 2 kids and life keeps getting better. Never thought I'd be here to say this but, I PROMISE you it get's better if you keep pushing even when you can't.
hands down one of my favorite metalcore songs 😎💪
Joel’s lyrics and screams are really deep you can feel the pain in it
I saw these guys in 2017 at the Cleveland Agora..I was 46 (I took my 24 year old disabled son to see them)and I absolutely fell in love with this band. We saw MIW as the headliner. Great show.
The only reason why I mentioned my "Disabled son" was because he was trying to find himself musically. He loved Amity Affliction, he thought MIW was ok. I absolutely agree with him. Oh, I wanted him to see a band that I liked but all the old fvckers around me think I was too old for shows like that so...2 birds with 1 stone.
Pittsburg and deaths hand, literally saved my life. This band saved my life. Words and expressions are unfathomable.
I can relate hands down Mt go too songs by amity
I been slowly dying with heart failure and kidney failure for 7 years now. This song and a bunch of others are the reason i get up every morning. If i had one wish before i passed it would be to meet them and let them know how much they have done for me
Aye bro are you still here with us?
Hope you're still here Chris!
🙏🙏🙏
hope youre doing okay brother
Hope you’re still with us brother.
This is truly their most slept on song. This is by far my favorite
The guitar on the beginning and the breakdown just wow.
This song saved my life and I didn't even know it. It gave me something I didn't have, but wouldn't need until recently. Thank you for putting this into the world for me to find and guide me back.
To this day, still the sickest intro to a song ever.
Aussies are incapable of making bad music.TAA, Parkway Drive, Hands like Houses. All very talented artists
Don't forget northlane, or at least old northlane...
+John Paps ^^^
+John Paps new northlane album is good bro.
+Jackj Oo it just doesn't feel like northlane without Adrian
parkway drive 😍😍
hands down one of the best they have done
Only if i could have been at that show. Looks fucking insane.
It was insane!
*they were insane
***** Looks like it was the Aussie tour, cause that was definitely the Riverstage at Southbank. I was there, awesome fucking show!
You guys too dumb to realize this video is two concerts mixed together?
You're so cool and tough!
Hey so ive been struggling with depression for a while now and i just wanna say thank you guys so fucking much for the music you all put out. I cant tell you how many nights ive stayed awake listening to your albums drunk as hell with a loaded gun or bottle of pills next to me. Really you guys are changing lives. thank you guys so much. Your music gets me through the day thanks. So much,
I would recommend to anyone to see them live they are amazing!! this song and all fucked up gave me the chills
This is the first song in a long time that's given me actual hope in a while. These guys really know how to make a song that hits your soul.
This song always hits the heart
this song is very inspiring 🙂
3:02 probably one of the coolest things I've seen...goosebumps!!!!!!
YESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS!!!!!!!1!
I SWEAR EVER SINCE I LISTENED TO DEATH'S HAND FOR THE FIRST TIME I HOPED SO BAD THAT THEY'D MAKE A VIDEO FOR IT,
MY LOVE FOR AMITY IS INFINITE
They're the best!
I loooooove TAA
Loved them since Youngbloods, all of their albums are amazing
I agree
Woho going to watch them soon i sweden :D
Its late at night almost close to dawn, haven't slept at all. I cant help myself but come back and listen to this jam cause its the only thing that screams hope in my life at the moment.
The greatest fucking show I've seen at the masquerade. Was 15 feet from my boys. You guys deserve a fuckinh grammy
This is my saving grace through sad times, I will always gravitate towards Amity with their deep lyrics. Keeping me going through the hard times.
My friend, my Amity Affliction concert buddy, held Deaths Hand a couple of months ago. He had family and supportive friends, but this time, death's grip didn't let go. Who knows how many times he told death to get fucked, but there's only so much a person can take before they're well past their breaking point. This life can be so cruel sometimes. He was a great friend, passionate car guy, and wonderful husband and father.
This song broke me today, singing along for the first time since he passed. These guys truly make some great music, and I only hope more people will discover them and hear their uplifting songs and hope that maybe it will give them the strength to pull themselves from abyss that is so easily fallen into.
Sorry your friend left my dude
The ending sent chills down my spine...
Amity Affliction leaves me speechless. Ahren Stringer (the bassist) is my favorite!!!
This is one of their best...forest fire is one of the most under rated. Lyrically & Instrumentals. Its flawless.
The beginning of the song, the instrumentals have that feeling of impending doom/great meaning. It gives me chills but I love it. Keep it up.
This song literally helped me cope with my crippling fear of my own death. I can’t thank you you guys enough. Have a great day everyone!!!
I LOVE THIS SONG
Am i the only one who listens to music based on the sound and the feelings i get from listening to it, not because the bands " not generic " or " really cool ".
This song gives me goosebumps and i love the sound. Thats why i keep coming back to it. :)
that's the reason i listen to every band i like based on weather i like the sound and meaning behind the song not because the bands are different or popular or 'cool bands'
Agreed this shit gets me amped
papakfmcnados king agreed
I do the same thing, if it sounds awesome and gives me the chills, I am ALL over it :)
You're not the only one dude.
Please come to Atlanta. Your music soothes my soul
Everything by them is just perfect
I can't wait to see them again!!!!! Just saw them in Portland this year!!!!
My second favorite song by TAA!!! Open Letter being number 1
Seeing these guys live has been one of the most inclusive and emotional things I've experienced in my life so far.
I don't normally listen to bands like this but, this band is one of my favorites. I have recommended them to many people and would do so again and again. I absolutely love The Amity Affliction!
One of their best songs together with chasing ghosts in my opinion! Was at their concert when I visited Australia, so awesome.
I love how well the opening of the song and video go together gives you the chills!
I remember hearing this for the first time as a suicidal 17-year-old. The line “Hey death, get fucked” hit me like a train when I first heard it; it gave me a sense of hope that I couldn’t find anywhere else at that point in my life. I’m way happier than I was back then, but this song and especially that line still have the same effect on me. It just reminds me how far I’ve come.
Saw them perform this song live, it was insane! Really good band!
this song gets the adrenaline flowing
Why are you sad?
po-o_i
Cuz i was playing pokemon fire red and had 40 hours in it and my save corrupted for no reason. Also dad left me but i'm more concerned about the pokemon
Sad Black Man Charizard > All. I feel sad for you. Now we're both sad.
when I need to get that lest set in at the gym this is the song I blast!
WON'T ANYONE PLEASE THINK OF THE POKEMON?!?!?!
TAA saved me from suicide. TAA gave me the balls to get sober. TAA gave me the confidence to start working out more & more. Before them I was 307 with no hope and ambition. Now I’m 202 , a year sober & alive. We really don’t appreciate music as much as we think.
Hey death, get fucked!
even after a long time, this is still amazing!
The Amity Affliction did it again , amazing song 💘
most definitely ✌️🕊️
Growling those breakdown lyrics into the mic as Joel handed it to me will go down as one of my favorite show moments ever.
now who loves this one more than the redux?
Watching in 17’. Still get chills every time the breakdown comes around🤘🏼
Easily one of the best albums for me. Listened to it every day after work while in college
Seeing them for the first time soon! Cannot wait
Where at?
Pittsburgh! You seeing them too?
+Cassie Famoso yeah! In Brisbane
+Velo Fluent Adelaide just last night :D
So good live..
I can't count the times I have listened to this song on repeat its so good
Sometimes when I can't sleep and I to feel some not so good feelings I'll watch this video and I'll get tingles all down my spine and this song makes me happy all the time. It's so inspiring both lyrically and musically. Just all around amazing stuff
This band is growing before my eyes
I had the honor of hearing these guys live yesterday (finallyyyy). You guys will always be my favorite band!
I absolutely love this video
Recently found this band and have been listening non stop.
This song will forever give me goosebumps
Words cannot explain the mood this song gets me in. Absolute masterpiece. 8 years later and I’m still rocking the fuck out to this 💯
Man you're telling me! It still takes me back to around when I first heard it every time.
That breakdown tho 😁 awesome!!!!!
can't wait to see these guys this weekend. hope this song is played!!!
Even though I don't really listen to their music as much anymore, I always come back to this song when I feel overwhelmed by my emotions. It reminds me of the many times I dealt with my depressive thoughts, and their music was always my only source of comfort
I know taa won't read it but I want to thank them for give me power to live. I wanted to give up too quickly but they gave me strenght to keep on and give my best. And for this I want to say thank you for the good music
Well, I read it. Thanks mate x
I will see them in concert..if its the last thing I do
+Brittany Brown (FashionNumbr1) You make it seem like it's difficult to go to a concert?
do it dude its a fucking party
hoodedraider for me yes it is..nobody in my family is willing to take me to a concert and I cant just pull out money and buy tickets..plus they dont come to the United States often at all
+Brittany Brown (FashionNumbr1) With the new album they definetly will come to us so just wait
Brittany Brown yeah they will probably do a tour in the USA this fall or early next year for the album
Seen TAA back in September in Chicago.great fckin show. This is my wife's favorite song. She was so happy when it came on. Pit hit hard af
For the longest time I thought it said "I understand the feeling" Then I bought the shirt. It says "I held deaths hand this evening" Well, that makes a lot more sense.
I always thought he said "I am death's hand descending."
I thought it said i hold deaths hand to save me ffs
@@ellasmith7058 me too omg!
They r legends!!!! When metalcore and screamo is dead this band will always remind kings of that style
Te amo Amity siempre me haces llorar y me haces sentir que estoy viva.🖤🖤🖤
This song is more then just music this video and song is about being a warrior of life and accepting and conqouring everything that comes your path and never to give up!!!! ☝️ let’s go ✌️
When I first heard this band I thought they were boring, generic etc. but now I think that Ahren and Joel have the most unique vocals in this scene :)
I think you need to check out Youngbloods bro, I really like this album but nothing can top Youngbloods.
***** I've heard Youngbloods before and to be honest, I love every album they made. My favourite song's Pittsburgh :)
Yeah, all they're songs are pretty likable haha, personal opinion i guess, I don't mean young bloods the song (even though it was a fucking amazing song) i mean the whole album is just perfect.
***** I know that you meant whole album but I thought that I could mention my favourite song :)
Yeah, I wasn't trying to start an argument haha
GETS ME HYPED UP EVERYTIME! Wish I was there! It’s a different atmosphere 💯
Preach 💯🔥🎸
just saw them last week. such an awesome show. especially for $18 :P
Saw them live at Texas Munity , amazing show !
They happen to be just as amazing in concert. They sang this song and I cried from happiness. Best Band
Losing my brother in law and best friend to cancer......this song really hits home for me .....totally hear ya.
This song is so wicked. Cant wait to see them in concert.
110% Favorite song from Album
That opening riff tho
anyone here in 2024
Now
Now
Now
now
Now
This was the first song I heard from this band, and I instantly fell in love!!
That sea of middle fingers is insane lol. Wish I could've seenit myself
Perhaps my favorite song.....EVER
One of my fav songs of all time!! These guys have gotten me through so many low points in my life I'm really hoping to see them live one day.
Favourite song right now
Back in 2023. Because i needed to hear this. Thank you Amity. \m/
There is something so satisfying about that fucking riff....