Lost Dog Street Band, "War Inside of Me," // GemsOnVHS™

Поделиться
HTML-код
  • Опубликовано: 20 ноя 2024

Комментарии • 1,6 тыс.

  • @GemsOnVHS
    @GemsOnVHS  5 лет назад +152

    You can stream Lost Dog's tunes on Spotify (open.spotify.com/artist/6tkrcmVfWoHC4WOhE7IDyq?si=jpQzEinHQ86H4BADrzvE3A) and all other streaming platforms. Follow them on Instagram at @lostdogstreetband.
    New to GemsOnVHS? Make sure to subscribe to our channel for more videos & follow us on Instagram at @gemsonvhs for more daily content.

    • @jaymanlivecom
      @jaymanlivecom 5 лет назад +1

      I"d almost pay to see the RUclips Analytics on this.... as far as the song goes, damn will ya'll quit breaking my heart... =)

    • @yeashh
      @yeashh 5 лет назад

      keep bringing this sessions loveeee it

    • @joseygunnels6534
      @joseygunnels6534 5 лет назад +2

      if you know how to matt heckler Tee's plz let me know i missed the chance to by one when they came through ybor.

    • @jaymanlivecom
      @jaymanlivecom 5 лет назад

      www.mattheckler.com/shop

    • @nicholasmiller7832
      @nicholasmiller7832 4 года назад +1

      How can I send Ben a flannel he needs in his life....

  • @macd8810
    @macd8810 2 года назад +540

    This song is my Anthem , I've been struggling with addiction and mental health issues my whole life and today I'm 30 Days sober and a year clean off meth and 3 years clean off heroin. Trying to win this war inside of me a day at a time.

    • @rexowen1749
      @rexowen1749 Год назад +25

      You got this bro I hope your doing good I just got out of a 7 day detox after a 4 year run on fentanyl and meth I'm going to a 90 day program . Stay strong bro

    • @somebodysnobody2616
      @somebodysnobody2616 Год назад +8

      I hope you're still doing well
      Bless you

    • @hamdelsun68
      @hamdelsun68 Год назад +1

      Keep winning! You've got this. Even if you relapse, especially if you relapse, keep coming back. We need you💖

    • @brendandimitri
      @brendandimitri Год назад +6

      Hope your still doing good. Just for today, no matter what.

    • @jakeh7476
      @jakeh7476 Год назад +2

      Hope you are still doing well and staying strong. I know it ain't easy but you got this.

  • @chrisbaker7583
    @chrisbaker7583 2 года назад +218

    "everything good was a lie. All my friends turned to snakes, and loved turned to spite, and I held the blame, cause you couldn't carry its size." This line is so damn heavy.

    • @theyearwas1987
      @theyearwas1987 Год назад +2

      Literally why I listen to this song. Beautiful stuff my friend

    • @savagekiller99
      @savagekiller99 Год назад +5

      That love turned to spite part hits so hard

    • @demonika13601
      @demonika13601 Год назад +2

      That line sends chills up and down my spine every time I hear it

    • @tylerwilliams1532
      @tylerwilliams1532 Год назад +4

      I've heard this song A thousand times and I...still after all this time...cannot sing that part without getting choked up...Shits heavier than a semi truck

    • @lwr6762
      @lwr6762 Год назад +1

      That’s what hit me also

  • @centerb541
    @centerb541 4 года назад +498

    Hits home after struggling with alcohol and ptsd from combat. My life growing up. My father raising me and being an abusive alcoholic. Being in love and losing it. Benjamin Tod is my new addiction. His lyrics give me hope

    • @johntroze11
      @johntroze11 3 года назад +11

      You speak for us both, bud.

    • @jordanferguson4158
      @jordanferguson4158 3 года назад +4

      My combat may be different, but I'm with you man.

    • @celenabarclay1488
      @celenabarclay1488 3 года назад +5

      Trauma, on any level can makes us weight our perspective. I am grateful to see emotion and empathy still gives me hope for our humanity. Blessings to those that are strong enough to be vulnerable. Y'all inspire and that is priceless. Much love 💕

    • @darthseagraves
      @darthseagraves 3 года назад +1

      Can relate

    • @hunterduppong1410
      @hunterduppong1410 3 года назад +1

      Said it well

  • @fuhckerschite
    @fuhckerschite 10 месяцев назад +37

    That fucking line:
    "Not much will change, but the way that you see me will though."
    That shit hits me so hard. Ben, that hits hard, man.

    • @gurpcb550
      @gurpcb550 6 месяцев назад

      After being left by both my longest relationships for always being working. Trading these pounds of flesh for a living and the only thing that changed was how they felt for me. This song hits so hard. It's my love's life story of failure.

  • @Thenumber12pwns
    @Thenumber12pwns 5 лет назад +873

    You've gotta set fire to the good parts of you, to burn away the bad. Recovery is about sacrifice, you've gotta let who you were die.
    I know my youth, innocence, and naivety are still sat in a prison yard, feeling the slight chill of an early spring breeze blow by. Also sat there is my penchant towards self-destruction, resentment, hatred of the world. Seven years later, I'm just whatever was leftover. Which is infinitely more than what I was when I was whole.

    • @Wethreefish
      @Wethreefish 5 лет назад +14

      Good words

    • @aaronnelsonmusic5971
      @aaronnelsonmusic5971 5 лет назад +25

      Sweet Lord. That is beautiful

    • @1973f
      @1973f 5 лет назад +6

      I needed your words. Thank you!

    • @TheNolesfan94
      @TheNolesfan94 5 лет назад +19

      Honestly thought these were going to be the lyrics before the song started. You should write this into a song.

    • @diydustin8404
      @diydustin8404 5 лет назад +3

      How do I stay clean?

  • @maryheim-hancock8625
    @maryheim-hancock8625 2 года назад +12

    64 year old heroin addict. Haven't used in in 10 years but it's never over. Lost brother to od 43 years ago and continued use 30 years. Don't even know really why I quit. Just over it I guess. Doesn't matter what you've done or how long you've don't it. That was yesterday and tomorrow, well we can worry about that tomorrow. Thanks for tunes. Some days music is only thing that keeps me out of the dust. Continue sobriety life's worth it

    • @kandknitta
      @kandknitta 2 месяца назад +1

      My mom and dad should be in their 60s but their addiction took them from me at 42 and 52. I hope you stay sober!

  • @xl2eviitaliize
    @xl2eviitaliize 4 года назад +397

    imagine dropping out of school and being able to articulate more than most of us

    • @nofox777
      @nofox777 4 года назад +34

      I love this comment, emotional intelligence is a feat in itself . It's a totally different type of IQ and should be appreciated as such . It's good to know there is people like you that see it .

    • @sonnyjones4399
      @sonnyjones4399 4 года назад +15

      Some people are bigger than they know. For reasons that are not their own. And their life builds them to touch others. Ben and Ashley.

    • @neofascistpariah2987
      @neofascistpariah2987 4 года назад +3

      That's just how it is bro

    • @forgottentraveller5736
      @forgottentraveller5736 4 года назад +15

      I dropped out of school and it's because I never felt like I was on the same level as everyone else. I've been playing guitar since I was 8 and only started singing and writing songs over the past few months. I hope to one day be able to tell my stories and relate to others in the form of song, just like these artists out there. Maybe then I will find a purpose.

    • @nofox777
      @nofox777 4 года назад +6

      @@forgottentraveller5736 bro I felt the same way, I didn't drop out though. I then found out later it was an anxiety/ocd/add holding me back . You're on the same level bro, you prolly just have something in your way. Once I found help for those issues I've been killing it .

  • @Daring956
    @Daring956 5 лет назад +82

    "I don't believe, but I like to pretend .That the war inside of me will kill the man I have been." That lyric is deeper than the Mariana Trench.

  • @leftyjones9792
    @leftyjones9792 5 лет назад +202

    I could've woke yesterday in the grave,
    Could've choked on the smoke from my father's flame,
    But there's no need to stoke,
    There's a southern wind blowin' this way,
    Dare me to do it, I'll go,
    I'll trade these pounds of flesh for a miserable ghost,
    And not much will change,
    But the way that you see me will, though,
    And I see it complete in my head,
    And I don't believe but I like to pretend,
    That the War Inside Of Me will kill the man I have been,
    🎻🎸
    Sickness has poisoned my time,
    And I searched for a cure and it blinded my sight,
    And I'm almost sure that I've had my feel for one life,
    O' and everything good was a lie,
    All my friends turned to snakes and love turned to spite,
    And I held the blame 'cause you couldn't carry it's size,
    And I see it complete in my head,
    And I don't believe but I like to pretend,
    That the War Inside Of Me will kill the man I have been,
    That the War Inside Of Me will kill the man I have been....

    • @theyearwas1987
      @theyearwas1987 4 года назад +9

      You rock. Thank you. Edit 2nd verse feel=fill.

    • @zachedwards5853
      @zachedwards5853 4 года назад +1

      Ffj0fh6gurf601
      0geugejegdbhc1 xftd dc by63gd5efdhfxgdysghddgjdfhhfjhsdhugshsgshhßyehegehejehru7hrwheyhejegrjtrgkrrvfbhdhfhfhfhhhdgdhdhhdgdgrhhdrjnfhfhfhhhdhdgrhbd

    • @ronmyers2110
      @ronmyers2110 4 года назад +4

      I wish i couldve said that

    • @colinwatkins8380
      @colinwatkins8380 4 года назад +5

      *fill for one life

    • @johnrisley5338
      @johnrisley5338 3 года назад

      Damn!

  • @delaneybell1978
    @delaneybell1978 5 лет назад +740

    Ashley is the textbook definition of ride or die. 💙

    • @karnagesplaypen7155
      @karnagesplaypen7155 5 лет назад +17

      Other then when she leaves him 😂😂

    • @delaneybell1978
      @delaneybell1978 5 лет назад +23

      They are married? And have been for years..

    • @addicted2tone349
      @addicted2tone349 5 лет назад +24

      Exactly! She's been thru hell with him but she's always by his side.

    • @thegeorgiacreekwalker491
      @thegeorgiacreekwalker491 5 лет назад +57

      I can't wait to find my Ashley, I know she's out there somewhere🤞

    • @35PHaaton
      @35PHaaton 5 лет назад +20

      She's a gem for sure and the definition of unconditional love

  • @amosanon3274
    @amosanon3274 5 лет назад +279

    I needed this today especially. One of those days you despise the man in the mirror.

    • @diydustin8404
      @diydustin8404 5 лет назад +16

      You aren't alone my brother

    • @sandvillage8758
      @sandvillage8758 5 лет назад +1

      I hear you brother. Truly hits right in the heart mainly because of who I gatta see in the mirror daily. Things can and will get better though for sure. 👊

    • @nathanielguttenberg8152
      @nathanielguttenberg8152 5 лет назад +3

      We're here healing with you

    • @stefanoconsiglio3177
      @stefanoconsiglio3177 5 лет назад +1

      Youll get back up brotherr

    • @bayviewbud1539
      @bayviewbud1539 5 лет назад +12

      Comin from a reforming piece of shit I hear ya bud. Just because you’ve done shitty things don’t make ya a shitty person. You can always change. Keep on fightin the good fight.

  • @johnrisley5338
    @johnrisley5338 3 года назад +172

    “I could have choked on the smoke of my father’s flame....”
    Man, if you had any idea how much I hope my son doesn’t do that.

    • @derekm918
      @derekm918 3 года назад +2

      Man .....

    • @katlynklassen809
      @katlynklassen809 3 года назад +1

      All of us man. At least the good ones.

    • @telleison3598
      @telleison3598 3 года назад +2

      It hit hard hey

    • @nathanielthreefold760
      @nathanielthreefold760 3 года назад +5

      I'm a shit father but I like to think I'm a really good dad. My son is the best thing ever to come from me.He has seen me fall and he's seen me get back up and stand tall.

    • @brazenlilhussy5975
      @brazenlilhussy5975 3 года назад +2

      @@nathanielthreefold760 Well as long as you got back up you're far from 'shit' bud. Perseverance is a learned behaviour. Staying down wouldn't have made you 'shit' either man, it would've been you unable to win the war inside of you that day..just always try again the next time. All the best bud.

  • @elyeyo2724
    @elyeyo2724 3 года назад +84

    A cup of 🥃 to all the Lost and the ones who couldn’t fight the pain. I hope they’re flying free from all the pain they felt here. I hope I see you again brother. May you Rest In Peace Darrin.

    • @nathanielthreefold760
      @nathanielthreefold760 3 года назад +2

      Thirteen likes and post suicidal ideation running down my cheek. suffering is All I've ever seen. But the sweet surrender of death is too good for me.

    • @shanearsenault3364
      @shanearsenault3364 3 года назад

      🍺🍺🍺🍺🍺🍺🍺🍺🍺🍺🍺🍺🍺Bottums up to the fallen soldiers and Angel's taken far too soon... you all live on. I still find motivation and the energy some of you had, keeping me moving rather than saying fuck it. Though all the pain of losing yall, you give me strength unmatched to any other type.. always got all your backs as before and make sure ur names are left honoured and respected not trashed or forgotten . And in return I fell yall over me always. Hard times alone, just ain't that hard anymore knowing I'm never alone. Memento mori. Every day aware the reaper watchin me close. Gotta keep it moving ! Love fully, , forgive kin faster, never leave diarespectful actions or words as your last to those u live. Life ain't promised. Cheers to the day we all float on, n cheers for posting this. Rest in paradise until I arrive then we get it moving!! float on !

    • @shawnjackson4999
      @shawnjackson4999 3 года назад

      Rip to your friend Darrin.

    • @jaredgreen3232
      @jaredgreen3232 3 года назад

      Amen. RIP!

  • @HawgNutz
    @HawgNutz Год назад +30

    Damn Benjamin, you freaking wrote a masterpiece of a song... It's literally like medicine for the mind and soul listening to this song... thank you for your gift of melody and lyrics, what a true gift it is to me

  • @zachmikkablair9537
    @zachmikkablair9537 5 лет назад +182

    Everytime Ben releases a song it instantly becomes my favorite song. Ive spent many a night drinking myself to sleep listening to his lyrics and the wail of the fiddle.

  • @cohenwolfe3730
    @cohenwolfe3730 5 лет назад +148

    Lyrics
    War Inside of me
    I could’ve woke yesterday in the grave
    Could’ve choked on the smoke from my fathers flame
    But there’s a no need to stoke
    There’s a southern wind blowin’ this way
    I dare me to do it, I'll go
    I’d trade these pounds of flesh for a miserable ghost
    And not much will change,
    But the way that you see me will though
    And I see it complete in my head
    And I don’t believe but I like to pretend
    That the war inside of me will kill the man I have been.
    A sickness is poisoning my time
    And I searched for a cure and it blinded my sight
    And I’m almost sure that I’ve had my fill for one life
    And everything good was a lie
    All my friends turned to snakes and love turned to spite
    And I held the blame because you couldn’t carry its size
    And I see it complete in my head
    And I don’t believe but I like to pretend
    That the war inside of me will kill the man I have been
    That the war inside of me will kill the man I have been.

    • @BruceRose
      @BruceRose 5 лет назад +1

      Ah, there you are.

    • @a.l.2669
      @a.l.2669 5 лет назад +3

      *I dare me to do it, I'll go

    • @raemaecable
      @raemaecable 5 лет назад +1

      @@ompenarnie If you look at his lips... I think he's saying "man I'm in" since his lips don't bounce with a "b." The other one, you're right about though.

    • @raemaecable
      @raemaecable 5 лет назад

      Nevermind... I think he says fail.

    • @ryanmckenna756
      @ryanmckenna756 5 лет назад

      Thank you.

  • @frank4731
    @frank4731 Год назад +27

    A native boy asked his father, "father, what makes people go bad?" Father replies, "inside everything, there are two wolves fighting. One is a good wolf, one is a bad wolf." "Father, which one wins the fight?" The boy asks. "It depends on which wolf you feed. Feed the good wolf, my son."

    • @shanepeer1960
      @shanepeer1960 5 месяцев назад

      Love this

    • @benglowacki
      @benglowacki 4 месяца назад +1

      So does that mean once the bad wolf comes out the good wolf is dead 🤷‍♂️🤷‍♂️🤷‍♂️😭😭

    • @paulawhitis1623
      @paulawhitis1623 3 месяца назад +1

      Never. You can't kill the good wolf, its eternal... but if you never feed it, it sleeps...❤

    • @heyandychasse
      @heyandychasse Месяц назад

      Both wolves are gay. You are gay.

  • @420dredog
    @420dredog 10 месяцев назад +1

    Relapsed after 3 years sober. Now I’m currently recovering from shooting my self in the Damn head. Somehow made it. My dirty old soul left my body for a while and I heard this song over and over. I feel like it brought me back. Some days it seems like my soul never came back just my consciousness. Your writing gives me a feeling that I can be somebody I can be proud of again. Specifically this one. Every single one of your songs holds a special place in my heart. I appreciate you, Ben.

  • @888Aether
    @888Aether 3 года назад +35

    When he said, “I’d trade these pounds of flesh for a miserable ghost” that just wow...

    • @calebcrosby1852
      @calebcrosby1852 2 года назад

      Bro she’s never ethereal she’s all that sludgy stuff from the inside of a lake Rae Hubbard shell

  • @curtismallette6045
    @curtismallette6045 5 лет назад +35

    “You have to choose and fight for who you want to be...” the depths of those simple words may never be seen but to walk them is to know just how deep they really are

  • @Blaps16
    @Blaps16 5 лет назад +156

    Lost Dog is captivating every single time. Makes me want to write folk and hop on a train to nowhere.

  • @kylemorgan5367
    @kylemorgan5367 3 года назад +47

    I have struggled with addiction my whole life and i just now discovered lost dog street band i stopped using heroin and i hope everyone else makes it out of the struggle the songs yall play speak to my soul on a level noone will ever know thank you for telling your story and giving it to us

    • @williamwhiddon9553
      @williamwhiddon9553 2 года назад +2

      I am going on 11 months without the needle..my God was herion..I beat the pills also..my fight now is alcohol..stay strong addiction not only kills us but all we love as well...

    • @ZachLifeTravelWord
      @ZachLifeTravelWord 2 года назад +1

      God bless you abundantly.
      Beautiful soul

    • @a.t.9654
      @a.t.9654 2 года назад

      @@williamwhiddon9553 I believe in you will, you got this man

    • @trentoncook3139
      @trentoncook3139 11 месяцев назад +1

      Hope your still doing good my guy

  • @daveknapp5157
    @daveknapp5157 4 года назад +86

    I cant beleive how raw and real his music is. Jist makes ya sit back and reflect.....

    • @markduffield8110
      @markduffield8110 4 года назад +4

      Dave Knapp Most definitely one of my favorite artists only recently in the past year learned of his existence he is very good

    • @graciousweasel1696
      @graciousweasel1696 4 года назад +1

      I played this for my parents and they were in awe

    • @veronicasvibes3200
      @veronicasvibes3200 4 года назад +1

      Amen🙏

    • @TTVSmileyz420
      @TTVSmileyz420 4 года назад +2

      One of the greatest of our generation without doubt

    • @TTVSmileyz420
      @TTVSmileyz420 4 года назад +2

      The fact that he can do that with 10 songs is what gets me name an artist that has done that for you ...good luck 😁

  • @ericaaustin4332
    @ericaaustin4332 5 лет назад +194

    They just keep getting better and I cannot wait for the new album to drop!

    • @dustinalexander157
      @dustinalexander157 5 лет назад +1

      When does it drop if I may ask?

    • @ericaaustin4332
      @ericaaustin4332 5 лет назад +1

      Dustin Alexander it dropped last Friday! You can buy it where ever you normally buy music or off bandcamp!

  • @willypotts100
    @willypotts100 5 лет назад +62

    "when things get bad, i mean really bad,,,,,there will always be the gift of music♫"

  • @danielboland8451
    @danielboland8451 3 года назад +21

    After losing my best friend a brother to me, I’m lost. The weight of this song and the responsibility of glorifying a lifestyle becomes a regret. And this just helps. On many levels. Thank you.

    • @matthewmacdonald7621
      @matthewmacdonald7621 3 года назад

      Hang in there boss

    • @willcresson8776
      @willcresson8776 3 года назад

      A close friend of mine lost his war recently. You got a community here. If you ever need an ear to bend, hit me up. I ain't gonna know your situation, but I'll listen to you.

    • @javireyes6968
      @javireyes6968 2 года назад

      Point is...nothing is forever and to hold onto something or someone. Is not what we are meant to do....we must let go....especially of our egos and our perception of permanence......everything and everyone is a shooting star.. you marvel in their moment and always remember them im.the flicker of the flame

  • @joezichichi5338
    @joezichichi5338 4 года назад +8

    Being a recovering addict, this song explains so much! After 15 years clean, it is still hard to look in the mirror at times. This disease is so cruel, and it has taken out many of my friends. Yet one day at a time, here am I! Only by the grace of God do I get to live a days reprieve, every morning.

  • @addicted2tone349
    @addicted2tone349 5 лет назад +48

    The best songs come from the most tortured souls.. That's what make art great. I love these guys!
    This entire underground movement in Nashville has given me hope for the future of music in the city I love.

    • @johnwilson4326
      @johnwilson4326 2 года назад

      I hear you my friend
      I'm from Madison in Davidson County and feel lucky to have been born and raised in Music City.🎶🌃

  • @jane55ism
    @jane55ism 2 года назад +6

    I am 70 years old. Fought my way ought of alcohol and depression. On the way I lost three brothers, one to the bottle, another to a needle with more than he could handle and one to a case of beer and and a shot gun. I am a guitar player too. I cried when I heard ‘I’m using again’
    Your voice and your words are hard, leave me no where to hide. And astoundingly beautiful! Best of luck, my friend.

    • @stevehall4130
      @stevehall4130 7 месяцев назад

      Benjamin Todd brought me here. I hope u r well!

  • @carriebakeryoung858
    @carriebakeryoung858 5 лет назад +30

    if fight my addictions daily ...and this guy benjamine seems to write these songs for me ..butr then ib reaD THE COMMENTS AND REALIZE THAT I AM NOT ALONE...AND THAT IT IS POSSIBLE TO WIN THIS WAR...KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK THERES NO TELLING HOW MANY LIVES YOUVE SAVED WITH YOUR MUSIC ...THANK YOU /...CUZ I COULDVE WOKE UP IN THE GRAVE TODAY
    CARRIE ...FROM THE FORT IN ARKANSAS
    \'

  • @zackaryworman4897
    @zackaryworman4897 4 года назад +12

    One of my best friend’s showed me this song earlier this year and would listen to it countless times a day he recently passed away and hearing the song brings him back to me and brings tears every time thank you guys for helping him the way you did

  • @thegeorgiacreekwalker491
    @thegeorgiacreekwalker491 5 лет назад +42

    I'm glad to see their popularity is growing but in a just world they would be one of the most popular bands in the world but I'm kinda glad there not mainstream known because for now they're like a hidden gem for us to enjoy💚

  • @mrj6952
    @mrj6952 2 года назад +3

    I was slamming dope and loosing faith when I heard your song "using again" for the first time. Nothing has ever broken my heart as much as that song. I'm years clean and came to visit an old friend. From that song to this. I hope you read this some day. God bless.

  • @timothylasiter3730
    @timothylasiter3730 2 года назад +4

    July 26th I walked out of prison after 4.5 yrs. I've been addicted to the "rig and the road" for now on approximately 18 years. As of now I am cleAn 3 months and feel so much better! I have gained respect from everyone. Including all those I thought I may of let down!! keep the faith

    • @SoggyDaGoat
      @SoggyDaGoat 8 месяцев назад +1

      Yo @timothylasiter3730 this comment is awesome to read dude. So how's your recovery been going since then? Have you been successful in staying clean still?

    • @timothylasiter3730
      @timothylasiter3730 8 месяцев назад

      @@SoggyDaGoat I've struggled out and on. But I'm doing good again. Life's been great and a new opportunity to go over the road and make better money. My biggest struggles been the bottle nowadays

  • @TheCyrins
    @TheCyrins 4 года назад +7

    This song! I am someone who has dealt with drug addiction during my teen years. Later alcoholism and PTSD from deployments. Great artists like this and my wife have pulled me through. This song speaks right to my heart. Thank you for every song you write. I have lost so many friends to the "war" inside of many of us. Keep up the hard work man, I am now and forever will be a fan.

  • @micaelmariemonroe646
    @micaelmariemonroe646 5 лет назад +50

    Beautiful! Ashley seems like the best stand up kind of woman and of course incredibly talented.

    • @jwilliamr86
      @jwilliamr86 5 лет назад +4

      Did you hear her talk bout when Ben was bad off and about the things you do for who you love

    • @noahwills4042
      @noahwills4042 5 лет назад

      James R where is this video?

    • @eastonhockeyrocks
      @eastonhockeyrocks 5 лет назад +1

      @@noahwills4042 ruclips.net/video/T8_SI9EurHY/видео.html

    • @joelynn2874
      @joelynn2874 3 года назад

      Awesome

  • @PhantomPhasin
    @PhantomPhasin 2 года назад +7

    I just wanted to say, even though this song is 3(almost 4) years old, whenever I’m feeling down this song picks me up. It’s very touching and is very personal to me. Thank you for your music over the years and the support you’ve given me. Keep doing what you’re doing.. you help those that need it more than you know

  • @Redwhiteandtired
    @Redwhiteandtired Год назад +8

    I'm 29. My father was 33 when he shot himself in the head. "Sickness has poisoned my time" as this song says. I'm almost ready to go but I still have hope for something else. IDK what is stopping me. Maybe "the war inside of me will kill the man that I am". Time will tell. This song is great to me. Much love to all you people out there.

    • @andrewgreen7473
      @andrewgreen7473 Год назад +1

      Don't lose that hope brother. You got miles and miles before you go. That is a permanent solution for a temporary problem. Find someone to talk with. You got this 👊🏻

    • @Redwhiteandtired
      @Redwhiteandtired Год назад +2

      @@andrewgreen7473 Thanks man. I'm still here. And actually doing better than when I wrote this. Much love to you 💪🏼

  • @nocount4339
    @nocount4339 5 лет назад +105

    Dare me to do it I'll go, I'll trade these pounds of flesh, for a miserable ghost, and not much will change, but the way you see me will though.
    R.I.P.
    every man that's fallen to substance abuse.

    • @drewsims262
      @drewsims262 5 лет назад +6

      Lost my brother last week and nobody knew he was using. This line hit hard as fuck

    • @johnrichards7476
      @johnrichards7476 5 лет назад +2

      Drew Sims sorry to hear that brother. I know that pain all to well. Stay strong

    • @justinblankenship8221
      @justinblankenship8221 3 года назад

      Burying my best friend today

  • @bobbarley6954
    @bobbarley6954 4 года назад +10

    Your lyrics make me see myself for the thousandth time. I've been struggling for years and you came into my life. I am grateful for the strength you offer.

  • @bryceratzlaff1791
    @bryceratzlaff1791 3 года назад +2

    This man music saved my life.. I was in a bad bad way and listening to his music and stories made me realize that I was strong enough to stop my addictive habits and turn my life around! I’ve been sober now for 5 months and I know it’s not long but it’s a huge step in the right direction

  • @mcdowellwrestlingya2028
    @mcdowellwrestlingya2028 2 года назад +4

    Heard this song for the first time in rehab. Not a dry eye in the group once it was over. This song touches your soul, it speaks to you more than any song can IMO. Keep making music Ben!!!

  • @toshatarter4030
    @toshatarter4030 5 лет назад +5

    The discourse on this channel highly resonates with me. I certainly thought my adversities would outcast me from the rest of the world. Most days, I feel like they still do. But now I realize that I am adrift among many who trek a difficult journey. Lost Dog Street Band's music has helped mold and guide me through profound bereavement, I'm so grateful for that.💙

  • @johan185wrestler7
    @johan185wrestler7 5 лет назад +1

    I can relate,I've been here and still deal with my inner demons. I'm 50 and just found his music 4 hours ago from a nephew and it touches my soul and I believe everyone here has been touched and can relate.Donate what you can to his cause I know I will,these struggling artist that brings us their pain and brings us their life stories need our donations to keep this music alive and well.We all need music like this its just in our human soul.God Bless everyone on here listening to this beautiful music.

  • @kpsmith4241
    @kpsmith4241 5 лет назад +74

    Matt Heckler and Lost Dog Street Band videos within a week of each other... how lucky am I?

    • @GemsOnVHS
      @GemsOnVHS  5 лет назад +4

      told ya buddy just gotta be patient :]

    • @PerryDust
      @PerryDust 5 лет назад +1

      Ahhhh. Im seeing them both play the same night in wv!! 😍😍😍😍

    • @willyd3709
      @willyd3709 5 лет назад

      Right!?

    • @amosanon3274
      @amosanon3274 5 лет назад

      Some subscriptions make you feel like a genius.

    • @nicholasb2341
      @nicholasb2341 5 лет назад

      Lucky enough to be alive in these times.

  • @quisuis-je
    @quisuis-je 4 месяца назад

    I’ve listen to this song about 50 times since yesterday.
    Beautiful, beautiful song. Amazing harmony and such a powerful duo.

  • @kevlarkittens
    @kevlarkittens 4 года назад +3

    Benjamin Tod has so quickly become part of my top three favorite artists. I've bought every album on iTunes and listened to his songs on a 4 day 3,000 mile long trip that became more about the journey in my head than my destination, which I never actually got to anyway. Snow is a very powerful thing. Don't ever stop writing. Please.

  • @pabloa4619
    @pabloa4619 3 месяца назад +1

    David wasn't the weak, 'cause the Lord was with him.
    Remember, because _For the victory of battle standeth not in the multitude of an host; but strength cometh from heaven._

  • @georgiaboy6715
    @georgiaboy6715 5 лет назад +6

    The message and spirit behind this song hits the heart for me on this one. Much respect!

  • @joeyfuller4645
    @joeyfuller4645 5 лет назад +1

    This dude has become probably my favorite musician right now. And I don't even listen to country much
    His voice is awesome
    And he's about life songs
    not love songs
    I'm impressed with everything I hear

  • @GemsOnVHS
    @GemsOnVHS  4 года назад +205

    Howdy, folks! If you're enjoyin' these recordings, please consider becoming a Patron to keep us going. For the price of a slice of pizza every month, you can help us bring you new stories and songs. We'll return the favor with plenty of digital downloads, CDs, behind-the-scenes takes, giveaways, and more! www.patreon.com/gemsonvhs

    • @whitecherry8170
      @whitecherry8170 4 года назад +3

      Benjamin!Awesome song man!👍

    • @timothyray2001
      @timothyray2001 4 года назад +1

      @@whitecherry8170 q

    • @amberhoskins943
      @amberhoskins943 4 года назад +4

      This song resonates, thanks friends💞

    • @reddirtroots5992
      @reddirtroots5992 4 года назад

      Beautifully done. The fiddle adds emotion to those heartfelt lyrics. New fan here!

    • @Private_Idaho_1
      @Private_Idaho_1 4 года назад

      Haven't lived some place where you could buy pizza by the slice in 40 years.

  • @rayne758
    @rayne758 5 лет назад +7

    Saw them live for the first time last Sunday. I can't tell you the emotions I felt, these songs are incredibly deep and very relatable. So beautiful to see a two people come together like this after all they have been through. That is something I strongly desire

  • @jaredwojciechowski5850
    @jaredwojciechowski5850 2 года назад +2

    After being stabbed 16x in the chest and a life of addiction following for 20+ years, this music tears at my heart in a way that very little can. It really makes you take a deep honest look inside yourself and do some self inventory. Thank you for opening my eyes and showing me I'm not alone anymore. Thank you.

  • @bruhgh609
    @bruhgh609 2 месяца назад +3

    I've ruined everything. Lost everything. My life has fallen apart again. The woman I loved left me and I can't blame her. I was homeless again. This time I'm staying away from the drugs and the booze. Not chasing after my lust. I'm going to church. My baptism is this Saturday. I just hope it isn't too late to turn this all around.

  • @jaredgreen3232
    @jaredgreen3232 3 года назад +3

    After struggling with Meth use artists like you help me realize I'm not alone so thank you. Looking through the comments you can see a lot of people who've struggled and maybe still are and your music helps us all. Much Love!

  • @JWheeler331
    @JWheeler331 5 лет назад +1

    I’m not an addict but I love songs with deal meanings, sad songs and songs that just tell a story. Thanks to the ones pouring their souls out to the world. Many of us really appreciate it.

  • @splooge825
    @splooge825 4 года назад +9

    Coulda woke yesterday in the grave
    Coulda choked on the smoke from my father's flame
    There's no need to stoke, there's a southern wind blowin this way
    Dare me to do it, I'll go
    I'll trade these pound of flesh
    For a miserable ghost
    And not much will change
    But the way that you see me will though
    And I see it come clear in my head
    And I dont believe but I like to pretend
    That the war inside me will kill the man I've been
    Sickness has poisoned my time
    And I searched for a cure,
    but it blinded my sight
    And I'm almost sure
    That I've had my fill for one life
    Everything good was a lie
    All my friends turned to snakes
    And love turned to spite
    And I held the blame
    Cause you couldn't carry its size
    And I see it complete in my head
    Now I dont believe but I like to pretend
    That the war inside me will kill the man I've been
    That this war inside me will kill the man I've been

  • @ericmonroe7513
    @ericmonroe7513 4 года назад +1

    I had a soulgasm listening to this mans music.

  • @LUSK-OUTDOORS
    @LUSK-OUTDOORS 3 года назад +4

    I've been sober for 16 months, currently in the hospital while my wife is in labor with our first son. This song is making me reflect on all the good and bad things I've done that led me to this moment. I wouldn't change them for anything

    • @htokid7299
      @htokid7299 3 года назад +1

      Congratulations on the new life brother, 23 here and a month sober now. I can feel that I’m changing for the better, I’ve destroyed pretty much everyone and everything I love. I can only pray god will allow me to have redemption and true happiness again. God bless you man, keep it up brother🖤💪🏾

    • @LUSK-OUTDOORS
      @LUSK-OUTDOORS 3 года назад +1

      @@htokid7299 everybody loves a good comeback. You got this man. I'm only 4 years older then you, you seem to be in a better mind set at 23 then me. Don't get discouraged. God can't wait to show what he's got planned for you 🙏

    • @htokid7299
      @htokid7299 3 года назад +1

      @@LUSK-OUTDOORS I appreciate you and the words brotha, forreal. It took a lot of loss and fuck ups to learn but I’m on the path now. You’re right on everything you said. God speed my friend, both God and life have great things in store for you as well, keep up the good fight brother.

    • @taylorpelletier89
      @taylorpelletier89 3 года назад

      The bad things only make you grow character and stronger as a human and the good times remind you why you must continue on the righteous path.

  • @Thatnativeson
    @Thatnativeson 2 года назад +2

    I bet sitting across from the one you love, while both of you play music, and sing a beautiful song together with your eyes closed. Just listening to their voice. That’s gotta be a magical moment.

  • @joshualingerfelt
    @joshualingerfelt 5 лет назад +39

    Your music speaks to my soul. Can't wait to see you in chatt!

    • @diydustin8404
      @diydustin8404 5 лет назад +1

      My big brother got us tickets to see them in Orlando! 🤘
      *edit* I thought it was Orlando, it's in Tampa (Ybor)

  • @lhuziechakevichusa6374
    @lhuziechakevichusa6374 4 года назад +2

    The first time I herd your band I was just getting clean cold turkey thank you so much for your music. I grew up in pain surrounded by hate, I really realted to ur music not because of hate but because of hope n truth.

  • @MrJaemeson
    @MrJaemeson 4 года назад +4

    I am so grateful I've found Benjamin's music when I have. This song is so raw and haunting and beautiful all at the same time. It's truly touching how he's put the war inside of ourselves into words.

  • @joshprice3304
    @joshprice3304 Год назад

    Truly gifted lyricist, his songs hit me every time. His music has helped me get thru my dad passing away a little over a year ago. He never gave up on me, was always there for me, he was my best friend and my rock. I miss him every single day

  • @mickeyunderwood4309
    @mickeyunderwood4309 5 лет назад +4

    This brings me to tears listening to this. I battle depression and I have a problem with alcohol. I know it doesn't solve my problems but for the moment it quiets the demons and sometimes I can even smile. Their songs warms my heart and I look forward to seeing them in Chattanooga, Tennessee this year

    • @nicholasb2341
      @nicholasb2341 5 лет назад +2

      Depression, demons seek flesh when weak. Get away from that bottle brother.

    • @wecantakeshots1009
      @wecantakeshots1009 5 лет назад +1

      You’re not alone my friend, get the stigma of being a alcoholic but it’s the only thing that helps. Life gets better I hope.

  • @TimothySimon-n4m
    @TimothySimon-n4m 2 месяца назад

    I cry every time I hear this song. I couldn’t look myself in the mirror for one second. I hated who I was. I still do, I’m just not him anymore. I can live the new version of me now. BT songs hit me like a freight train!

  • @kevinphillips1808
    @kevinphillips1808 Год назад +1

    Cryed the first 6 time's I heard it..... it feels like my life ❤
    .........real music........

  • @blu64
    @blu64 5 лет назад +4

    I just want to thank ya'll for your music, and for putting yourselves out there like you do. I've been in recovery for a many years and your music really speaks to me.

  • @jessiejamescombs1031
    @jessiejamescombs1031 2 года назад

    I was in a really dark place miserable and broken addicted in so many way. I came across this song one night crying about the war inside of me, wanting to change and couldn't about to end it all with one last shot... I paused and listen to this song and it saved my life. Today I'm 9 months sober and life couldn't be better. I love Lost Dog.. Keep doing real music because it is saving peoples lives like me. Much love..

  • @sazon860
    @sazon860 5 лет назад +17

    Ben speaks what i feel in my soul

  • @flyonthe1stwall
    @flyonthe1stwall 5 лет назад +1

    Having recovering addicts in my family, their lyrics and melody hit strikingly close to home. I can’t stop listening to your music. Make more and stay sober

  • @jonchrzanowski725
    @jonchrzanowski725 5 лет назад +9

    I can't get enough lost dog every single song speaks to my soul. Wishing yall the best and can't wait for the new album.

  • @richardpeterson5247
    @richardpeterson5247 Год назад +2

    I've been an addict for 25 years and spent 17 years in prison..I lost my wife of 15 years.she was murdered a week before I was to be released from prison.i lost everything. I would listen to this every morning..this shit is on another level

  • @sonnyjones4399
    @sonnyjones4399 4 года назад +4

    Sickness has poisened my time. I love ya brother. Thanks for being you

  • @dlmdlm7685
    @dlmdlm7685 2 года назад +1

    I use to listen to your music and cry when was sick between doses and feeling like dirt. I've learned to except who I was when I gave up on life. Now I've been clean for 2 years well from the hard stuff smoke still but not really the same.

  • @poopymcface9792
    @poopymcface9792 5 лет назад +84

    I love the lyrics to this song. As I struggle to find myself after spending nearly half of my life in Iraq and Afghanistan and losing myself, the first verse of this song really hits home.

    • @cartoonmurdaink3765
      @cartoonmurdaink3765 4 года назад +4

      Blue Maximus I’m in that boat with you my friends. OEF.

    • @jakelindsay1654
      @jakelindsay1654 4 года назад +2

      One soldier to another, thank you for your service mate

    • @sunsethwy66
      @sunsethwy66 4 года назад +1

      Civilian life can be disappointing, but you have comrades among the civilians. I am sure I have served just a small fraction compared to your sacrifice, but my service is meaningful to me, because I was able to serve, if even briefly, with extraordinary individuals.

    • @thedragonsoul9194
      @thedragonsoul9194 4 года назад +1

      Yessir. I've traveled that rode. I'm 2 years sober now. Hooah!

    • @totallynotalpharius2283
      @totallynotalpharius2283 4 года назад +1

      I'm glad you're here ❤️

  • @MegamanXLT
    @MegamanXLT 5 лет назад +14

    This couldn't have come at a more perfect time. I swear to god.

  • @stevessoony2010
    @stevessoony2010 3 года назад +1

    Thank you for sharing your battle
    The battle is long and many will never make it. Your tunes can light the way for the weary and down beaten.
    The greatest worth is self-mastery.
    Thank you for you tunes.

  • @Impossible033
    @Impossible033 5 лет назад +3

    “And I don’t believe but I like to pretend that the war inside of me will kill the man I have been” honest, pure lyricism.

  • @cubsfan696
    @cubsfan696 3 года назад +2

    Thank you Benjamin Tod

  • @PheonixNine
    @PheonixNine 5 лет назад +16

    Really like seeing Ashley interviewed. Cant wait to see them in Cincinnati!

    • @drewsims262
      @drewsims262 5 лет назад

      When's the Cincinnati date??

    • @PheonixNine
      @PheonixNine 5 лет назад +1

      @@drewsims262 Saturday March 30. At Southgate

  • @denzilredden1387
    @denzilredden1387 5 лет назад +1

    From Appalachia and appreciate you guys keeping real music alive...love you guys...I needed this song today

  • @timcundiff3761
    @timcundiff3761 2 года назад +4

    Underrated under appreciated . But real and unspoiled heartfelt music .

  • @CounselingCoachDavid
    @CounselingCoachDavid 6 месяцев назад

    This took me exactly to where i needed to be today. Thanks to a great friend for sending it over just in time. Love you guys. Hang in there! We are all going through it.

  • @andrewscott6828
    @andrewscott6828 5 лет назад +5

    Genius is never understood in its own time, but hopefully this time it is - god damn are these two incredible...

  • @michaeldeardorff5398
    @michaeldeardorff5398 2 года назад

    When your someone who has had an entire life ruled by depression and mental health problems coupled with this all too complicated and evil world we live in. Always been an old soul and don't get along with my own age group. I've been battling a war inside of myself ever since I could remember the sting of life and all the unknown and being excited and hopeful before I threw my life away to the needle. I've spent most my teens and all of my adult life struggling with hard drug addiction and alcoholism and I can't remember what Living feels like.
    Benjamin tod is a true songwriter just about every song of his hits home! Powerful songs, gotta love when you hear REAL MUSIC nowadays! It's a DYING ART!!

  • @banjobeats53
    @banjobeats53 5 лет назад +13

    Awesomeness from Lost dog once more, can't wait for the new album and hope you guys come to UK and/or anywhere in Europe, I'll be there for sure 😊

    • @faizanahmad4312
      @faizanahmad4312 5 лет назад

      Banjo Beats Bass you would love it. They are fantastic live, their stage presence and the way they connect with the audience. One of those few bands that are present with the audience!

  • @backtothebasics6595
    @backtothebasics6595 5 лет назад +2

    After my bottle of whiskey and this song and so many others.... I feel you are talking to me directly.... not much makes a man as me break down. But to hear my truth from someone else. That shit hurts and is so amazing at the same time. I appreciate your music . Thank you!!!

  • @jeremystephen5016
    @jeremystephen5016 4 года назад +4

    True song brother. I'm fighting my demons everyday. The struggle of addiction is so f...... real. I just wish that people who's never been there would get it and stop judging me for my past and forgive me for all the f'ed up things I'd done. I just to be forgiven, but at the same time I'm having trouble forging myself.

    • @justincrone2161
      @justincrone2161 4 года назад

      Keep going brother!

    • @livingdeadgaybutimalive9973
      @livingdeadgaybutimalive9973 3 года назад

      Cant forgive myself either brother, cant even say that ive quit, I feel this is my last run tho, shit just gettin worse

  • @MetalDeadness
    @MetalDeadness 5 лет назад +1

    I am so glad that this duo makes music. It speaks right to the heart. Just beautiful.

  • @theshelftv430
    @theshelftv430 5 лет назад +8

    I’ve listen to this song nine times. Today.

  • @Lupus25Mortis
    @Lupus25Mortis 3 года назад

    How can you dislike this? This emotion and talent is lightyears ahead of anything mainstream. I wish to meet both of them one day and thank them for their music and help its given my family.

  • @justinridlon7955
    @justinridlon7955 5 лет назад +22

    A new Lost Dog/Gems video=day made!

  • @aahp87
    @aahp87 5 лет назад +1

    driving through the country in my truck with my hound sitting on my center console with this song on repeat soothes my soul... things will get better

  • @eelstastegood
    @eelstastegood 5 лет назад +12

    Wow, that hit me like a truck. You should do more interviews like that.

  • @DystopianDinoo
    @DystopianDinoo 5 лет назад

    Lost the only woman ive actually loved and countless jobs along with my confidence and self respect due to heroin. Im starting all over again for the 5th time. Almost 4 months clean today, fuck being a statistic. Thank you for your songs ben, they help me through the hard times.

  • @timgutheil8071
    @timgutheil8071 3 года назад +2

    Raw, extremely powerful. Thank you for being so artistically honest. ❤️

  • @JohnDoe-eh7dt
    @JohnDoe-eh7dt 3 года назад +1

    This song hits home real hard. Being an alcoholic train kid and waking up everyday hating my existence daily and the only thing that kept me going was my dog. This song always a tear too my eye of joy thinking how far I have come from that day. 2 years later doing so much better

  • @Chefmaddix
    @Chefmaddix 5 лет назад +10

    I wish Ashley's voice was a little louder in some of there songs. Great song