It’s take a strong man to recognize and admit and take accountability for his mistakes and his setbacks. You have come a long way and you are instilling your wisdom into your children who one day will carry on the legacy you have left for them
Adam you just spilled the beans, your human. Yes a lot of us have made mistakes and thankfully alot wake up to the fact and a few have the will as you do to fight back. Dude you'd be awesome to sit down to and talk. I suffer from panic attacks and it has been a battle to go do what I want at times and that cooks up the pissed off part. I'm not mad at anybody but myself for not being able to control my own mind. It came out of now where and the thing that pisses me off is I'm not afraid of shit. Something in my head is but I fight it the best I can and push myself to get out. Enough about my shit. You have a beautiful family and yeah I like your stories for a lot of what you say I can relate to. You came from a sorry existence to what you now have as a life, dude that's some inspiring shit right there. I also listen to your music and I like Up Church Big Smo alot or different people but always see one from you and I may not respond but you can bet I was there listening. Personally I think your awesome you been in that fight and have won. You just keep doing what your doing. Damn your boy has grown. Take care ....
Great story. I appreciate the realness. It’s lacking on youtube. I was a heroin addict 17 years ago and once my daughter was born it kicked my ass into gear and I got clean and have done really well for me and my family since then.
That's amazing, unfortunately it's not that way for a majority of Addicts, addiction is a product of evil of Satan, and sadly it's much harder for most to see past it and they abandon everything they have for their next fix, you are an exception and I commend you, you would make a good counselor. Thank you for sharing.
I doubt this comment gets read, but i feel like i need to share... I spent 15 years rippin and runnin doing heroin. All types of crime, homelessness, turning girls out. Whatver it took to keep my habit alive, i was gonna do it. I went to county jails, countless rehabs, and finally prison. Ive been clean for 7.5 years now. Been out of prison for about 5. I started a painting business 6 months after i got out and its still growing. Ive got an amazing wife and step kids. One of the step kids now works full time for me as a painter. Ive been a fan of yours for about 4 years now. I just want to say thanks for your music A Cal. Its gotten me through some tough times. Appreciate you brother. You da man!
You have a gorgeous family. My husband died suddenly when I was 41. I just woke one morning, and he was gone. Life shattered. The appreciation you have for your wife, never forget that. Time can be taken from us and you'll never regret savoring every day you have together.
Never think you're alone man, we're here fighting the same battles brother. When you share your stories it shows we're not alone either. I went through the same shit and now I have the greatest wife and most amazing 5 year old boy! Thanks for being one of us!
Keep them coming. As a man of 68, I’ve walked in your shoes. Came out the other side by the Grace of God and living a life I never thought possible. Your message(s) are going do more good than you will ever know and touch hearts that need your love. Keep them coming. As I’ve learned life isn’t about searching for happiness, happiness is a byproduct of living the right kind of life. The journey home is never a direct route. Keep on trucking my good man! 🙏
This is so true that is an awesome response. and one of the best teachings is that we must stay on the narrow path stay away from the wide path and people are starting to get it. I’m also your age and that can’t be more true! Stay in line with God, and stay on that narrow path from here on! The wide path is the devils detour!
Never trust a woman who will abandon her family for another d!ck. I agree wholeheartedly with what you are saying. Being a Father, husband, a MAN - means standing through the trouble, sacrificing vice & striving for honor and virtue. The most sacred job we can have is that of a Family. Thank you for sharing YOUR TRUTH. That's the thing about TRUTH - it's the same for all of us. 🌲🦌🌲
Sounds like a come to Jesus moment mixed in with a bit of repentance was had in this story.. good to hear brother.. keep fighting the good fight..ALWAYS.. you know what is at stake.. stand firm stay strong and keep vigilant.. cheers and God bless from a PureBlood Canadian 👍🙂❤🇨🇦
Hell yeah!! Damn, we could be twins.. lol even though I’m older than you.. it took me OVER 40 years to learn it.. and like you, I’m a work in progress every day!! I don’t have the “fame” you have.. but we’re cut from the same cloth for sure.. I’ve been with my “Better 1/2” for 7 years.. neither of us are in a rush to get married.. I’ve been there 5 times.. ( long story ).. She’s been there once… BUT.. She’s my MF-in ROCK.. and there’s no way in the world I’d screw that up.. Males for some stupid reason, don’t understand, screwing around is a damn sickness.. and if you CAN’T realize that, or REFUSE to realize that.. you’re doomed for life.. Great stuff @Adam.. keep the stories coming.. I love this shit!! And I DEFINITELY need to hear it as a reminder.. Thank you brother!! Stay blessed and congrats on the new Young Adam coming soon!! Peace ✌️
Damn. That hit hard. i Get outta this rehab in 4 days. after years of hospitals, jails, and prisons, at 47, im finally gettin some clarity. the past 14 years have been chaos. Lost my wife through it, but she tried her best. Shes the mother of my 4 children who ultimately gave me puropse and saved my life. thanks for sharing this Adam
It take a big man to admit his downfalls and to stand up and say this is mine no matter how bad it is. I'm proud of you and what you've become in life. As a man of 50 I can't have kid's so congrats on the new baby boy. Your helping yourself by helping other's. I see a strong man when I look at Adam Calhoun, A proud man, A man that has a bad past but looks to a bright future. So in short yes keep this shit coming. More men need to hear this realness from someone who lived it. Stay strong and hold on to them always. I'm proud to say your one of my favorite artists and one hellova good man.🤜
I went thru same thing with my wife. Because of God and seeing how he blessed you is very helpful knowing I'm not alone. We celebrated 10 years and renewed our vows. Thank you Adam for opening your heart about your struggles. God bless
Preach it brother! We all start from somewhere. It's the turn of the heart that God is after! What happened before then only matters that it is testimony! I have learned that testimony is POWERFUL! Keep it coming!
I loved watching Adams dreams come true, one at a time. Feels like it was just yesterday. Cant believe its already been 10 years. Couldn't have happened to a better guy.❤❤❤
Hey Adam, I'm a hired man in NW KS. I drove out to your show in CO springs earlier this year and while I was waiting in line Tamon came up and shook my hand. I thought that was pretty damn cool for him to do that for a fan. Got a fist bump from you while I was in front row. Ive never been good at expressing myself but I just wanted to say Thanks for all your music and videos of you just talking. Your honesty and confidence have helped/heal many times. Even great men are imperfect. Thanks for everything you do man, I mean that from the bottom of my heart.
I did NOT expect to cry watching this. But here I am looking for a tissue. Well said, Adam. Your introspection and beautiful family serve you well! Congrats on baby #3! 🎉
Clearly living by the words "Live and learn" I love this guy. I love his music, I love his attitude and charisma, his honesty and how he holds himself accountable. We NEED men like this more than ever. Thank you ACAL
A baby boy... FOR REAL😱 I couldn't be more happy for you and Marjorie. Thank you for sharing your wonderful news with us😊 I am so glad that Marjorie didn't leave you Adam. She's devoted and loves you beyond the moon and stars. It is her that helped form the Adam that I enjoy and very much respect. Thank you so much for sharing your life experiences with us Adam. I enjoy hearing about how you got where your currently at😊 More life stories would be great👍Much love to the entire Calhoun family💜💜💜💜
Nothing but respect Adam. It takes a real man to admit his wrongs and you did just that. You are a great man and good man and you will only continue to grow with the mindset you have now.
A lot of us went through this, brother. My wife is the reason for my survival and getting out of bed because she saved me from that. Semper Fi to your boy 👍🏻. Didn't know he was in.
Thank you for this video man. I’ve had 1 woman stick by me through thick and thin for almost 20 years now and in raised her 5 year old as my own, he is about to be 20. We have a 4 year old son and I love my family yet that feeling you had that empty feeling is still there in me and I don’t know if it’s because of the things I’ve been through and the C-PTSD doesn’t make anything easier. All I’m saying is you’ve been a very big inspiration for me , your a really great man working on your day to day life. Just like me your still working on you, if you could give away some pointers that would be great! Thank you Adam truly for your music and your words, they always hit home.
We’ll most likely never meet. However, you’ve been such a great inspiration in many ways brother. Our first daughter/child will be 13 months this Friday. My wife is everything and I by far grabbed the moon with her. Just know we all got your back. We’re proud of you. 👊🏻
That’s what makes us appreciate and relate to you, us men don’t talk about where we’ve been or how we feel. Love the family and compassion you have!! “EST 1980”
Yes sir it takes a true man to admit that he is not perfect and flawed I'm a flawed person myself keep on trucking down that road of redemption my brother Yahweh bless you
I'm in tears adam, you have one amazing family and one hell of a wife ,bless her heart, and you truly got lucky, adam .I'll continue you pray for you and your family ❤
Bro I've listened to all your stuff, you've actually put a lot of this stuff in your raps and it's awesome of you to have that epiphany and share it with all of us. Thank you sir. Congratulations on your baby boy!
Thank you for this story!! God bless you and your beautiful family! Depression is awful. Anxiety is awful. ADHD is awful. Mix them together and that’s how you feel. That new motivation is a saving a grace. Thank you for your brutal honesty. We NEED IT.
Adam, everything you are explaining, everything you are saying, points to an encounter with Jesus. Filled with love? Yes. You have been redeemed, bought back, and gifted with your family. GOD has you now.
All of us (your fans) would love to hear more heart to heart stories because most of us can relate. We all watch and listen to you for a reason, because we're not that different. You are our voice, we all share the same thoughts and opinions. "To be a man" we're all in this together. It's nice to have artists like yourself to actually relate to.
This life story hits close to home...12 years ago I was a cold heartless womanizing piece of crap. Drinking, sleeping around, never stayed faithful to anyone. My kids (now 21 and 17) had to see me like that and every day I hated myself more and more. Enter my now wife...she called me out and told me if thats the life i wanted then she wouldnt be a part of it. I started to change to be the man i wanted to be...for her, for my kids but most importantly myself. 11 years together, just celebrated 3 years married, a 8 yr old daughter and through all the ups and downs in life she is still here. Adam you are one of my favorite artists because you keep it real and speak from the heart. Keep spreading that message because the world needs it.
Great video my guy🫡. Never underestimate the power of prayer. Only through praying is how we become better men and woman to be an example to our children.
Bro…..BRO!!! Man you said it, everything, probably more than most men would care to admit. I’m proud of you. Truly. 💯. Thank you for the motivation, from a dedicated Marine. SFMF 🤘🏼🇺🇸
Lived it .. survived it .. did your time .. your doing amazing things brother .. father, family guy , great rapper and musician.. looking forward to “ that “ country music .. loved the Brave 2 ..🔥🤘.. again your a real one ADAM.💯
Thanks for sharing brother. There are reasons why celebrities take their own lives. All the money and fame in the world means nothing if you can't be happy with yourself. Life requires more than the materialistic and pharmaceutical vices we use to fill that void. For me it was Christianity and serving my family and helping others and once I started caring more about making others lives better worrying about me became an easier task to deal with. I so appreciate that you come on here and spit truth. Cheers
First of all congratulations that’s exciting on the second baby. Secondly, this is an inspiration video to so many even though you’re flawed like you say, this video right here could easily turn someone’s life around. Therefore, as a Gramma of six, I’m proud of you for speaking up for being a better man for Margie and a better role model for the kids. Good job.
This is beautiful, Adam. I'm so happy for you that you are growing your family and have such a wonderful woman by your side. The path is not always pretty but seeing you change yours is truly inspiring. Thank you for sharing and giving others hope that it can be turned around with hard work. 🇺🇸 ❤
Love it Adam thank you for being open and sharing those times as we all are flawed. Sending big hugs and prayers to you guys and CONGRATS to your new baby boy!!!!!!
Adam, I'm losing my 17 year old son to cancer right now. I have watched your videos and you are the voice that I follow. I'm not a fan of your music but I'm a fan of your story. You are blessed with a great family and man, I would be blessed to meet you. 🙏
@@robertanderson1457 OMG, I know sorry is not enough..I'm a mom of 3 sons and one with a kidney disease that I nearly lost as a child. I know you are broken, lost, confused, maybe angry at times. I wouldn't blame you at all. I can see the loss of a child being the worst of all. We are not made to bury our children. Know my heart breaks with you. Love to you
I'm seriously proud of you brother, been with ya since your internet beginnings and I've seen your progression since and even made an impact on an old guy like me.
I’m 23 years sober. Just celebrated our 46th wedding anniversary. I thank God everyday for my wife and life I have. I should have lost it so many times. Thank you Jesus Christ for the new chance. Every day that goes by is one for day to the good balance sheet to the amends I owe my wife and best friend.
Thanks, Bro. Your honesty and truth are so important to the next generation and to those men that are keeping it 💯. Praying God's favor and blessings on you and your family. 💯 🔥 Bro
Amazing story man, I am currently losing my girl and I really needed to hear this. She even asked me what is it going to take for me to have a "wake up moment like you had?" I really want to thank you from the bottom of my heart Adam, us guys needed to hear this so we could be come true men. This is appreciated more than you can know. I will not let this girl slip away and I will do right by her, I will treat her as she deserves. She even says that she hopes to be my "Margie" and I need to tell her that no she doesn't need to be my Margie, she will be my Stephanie.
You would never know what you really had until you lose it bro. Now shape up and go get your Stephanie ❤ good luck with all your successes. Enjoy your future and love your life every day ❤❤❤
RESPECT for you and ALL that you've been through, learned and still learning. We are ALL imperfect. I hate many things about myself, however, I know what I need to do to get my road straight. BLESSINGS to you, Adam, Maggie, Tamen & Baby Boy!🥰🙏😇
Loved this Adam, sometimes even when it's so hard to do, we gotta get it out we gotta talk about it. It's like when we talk about things like this it's almost like a healing in the moment lf that makes sense. I look forward to hearing more man. I'm glad you have come to beat your demons. So many can't. It's truly a big deal man. Signed TJ from Missouri 🇺🇲👊
My brother... Thank you for your testimony, it will definitely change someone's life, takes a strong man to open up like this.. We're sinners, all of us, that's the way God designed us, we fail Him each and every day yet He forgives us our sins.. Keep on keeping on, brother, you're doing amazing things and God, along with the rest of us, has your six.. God Bless you and your amazing family, Jesus loves you.! 🙏🏻❤️👊🏻
Respect my friend, it takes balls and a lot of humility to admit your faults to not only your loved ones, but the world. That's a great start. Wishing you the best brother, keep working on you, forget us we'll always be here.❤
Mad props. It’s take a big man to be humble and admit his failures and short comings. You inspire me to be a better me. It’s kinda my therapy to listen in.
