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2017, I was in the midst of an absolutely devastating heroin addiction, in a domestic violence relationship. I remember listening to this song just crying and crying, feeling so weak. It took 3 more years but I made it out when many others didn't, and I'm stronger for it. Now I'm a single mom with twins, things still don't always go to plan, I'm a mess with an S on my chest, but I'm free, my children are free, and things TRULY DO GET BETTER AND YOU DO GET STRONGER ❤
Ironic, I see it as the exact opposite - that it’s okay to be weak. Accept that we can f*ck up, accept that we all fail. I used to listen to this song on my way to a girls house that I knew was a mistake, and I shouldn’t be doing…. but I’m weak, and what’s wrong with that? Yknow
@@toziassmitt oh yeah, totally agree that your interpretation of the song is a more accurate one, although it's just a memory and connection in my head you know? I mean back then we were all shooting heroin talking about what it would be like the day we weren't anymore, while also laughing the pain away. So our interpretation of life in general was just fucked. But you know what it was okay, we were weak for a while but it was okay, right now wouldn't be happening if it weren't for back then's happenings. I hope that makes sense. Thanks for sharing your thoughts and your own connection. ❤️
I've been there too my friend only a different way. You deserve to be free and the reason you are is because you really are strong deep in your warrior soul. Wish you all the best forward warrior.
Just saw AJR in concert in Boise and man I could not have asked for a better first concert experience. This was my first AJR song back when they dropped it, and when they played it here, I lost it. I was up and dancing despite my chronic pain and I was screaming along while crying. This is one of my favourite songs of all time, and never thought I'd get to hear it live. It has helped me through so much and I will never forget how much it meant finally seeing yall up on that stage playin' your hearts out. Thank you all, from the bottom of my heart. Can't wait to see yall again!!!
To the guy In this comment section who said “if this is the first song you’ve listened to by AJR,check more of their stuff out”. I couldn’t find your comment to tell you, it’s been 2 and a half years, and I have listened to all their songs a million times. I just wanted to say thank you and I hope you see this one day and reply 🤗
So trueee! Btw if you comment this song on this video I will play it on piano for you! ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-Hga3XcdpkNQ.html
In high school, my now husband and I were friends and had just started talking, but I had a huge crush on him. I’d always text first (he was shy I know now) and I’d hesitate texting him again, thinking I was bothering him or should give up 😂 but with this song in my headphones, I took pride in always texting first and it paid off :) I’m married to the love of my life ❤️
AJR are sooooo good I strtd listening to them when I heard my Nephew speak and sing song of these amazing people..my nephew has even memorised almost all of their songs especially "The world's smallest Violin", he sings so well. ❤❤❤
This is the first song of theirs I ever heard. I was in the middle of active addiction at the time. I’m sober now 3 years and it’s still one of my favorite songs ever. And favorite band.
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This was one of the first songs that I ever listened to from you guys. And almost 3 albums later and some banger singles you have gone such a long way. I'm so proud of you guys. I hope you go even further than you are now. Godspeed AJR, godspeed. You're not weak.
God Bless You I admit I have a drinking problem and I really want to give up my addiction but I’m weak Hopefully the lord will make me kick the habit :( Stay strong Brother!!!
@@KataangSokaiHHr well i hope you the best, be it music therapy or otherwise. Have a great life, stanger, and if you ever need to talk about anything, i'm willing to listen :)
This song says weakness is normal. To me I needed to hear that. I always treated weakness as a disease and denied myself times where I needed to feel weak to become stronger.
The line "boy oh boy i love it when i fall for that" is lamenting how we convince ourselves that there's nothing wrong with being weak and giving into our bad habits, even when we know that they're incredibly unhealthy.
Isn’t it the opposite where people give in to weakness and find themselves in a loop of normalizing it rather than fixing it. Of course it depends what this “weakness” is but addiction is a good example of what this song is trying to emphasize. In cases of self esteem like being frustrated with not being born tall or a certain way completely out of your control then yes, I completely understand your point.
True but as you said there are different forms of weakness. I.E. for the longest I considered shedding tears to mean Im weak and it was something I refused to do even in happiness. I personally didnt cry or show weakness when I broke both my hands a year apart from each other because I saw it as weakness. However "strong" I may be I could have hurt myself worse by not seeking treatment... Not sure if that makes sense Ill try to clarify once I think of a better way to word it.
I can understand how people like this song, personally it’s the only song in their entire history of music I’m not a fan of, if your weak, make yourself strong.
I know this isn't the intended meaning but, honestly, "I'm weak, and what's wrong with that?" is a great life lesson. Nothing is wrong with being vulnerable, you're not lesser for being weak when you need to
@@Neutral_Tired actually in an interview they mentioned it's about being able to be weak in moderation, making poor choices occasionally and keeping the balance of being weak and strong
Honestly every can agree that no beats AJR in music. With astounding songs, creativity of sounds, AJR will remain 1st best band in my life. Fantastic job on creating songs AJR, you are awesome!!🎉
This song is one of my favorite AJR songs! ❤️I’m weak emotionally, I cry easily, and I feel guilty about the smallest thing, like one time my sister wanted to have a sleepover in my room but I was really tried and just not feeling it so I told her no, and I felt so bad about it that I could barely get to sleep 🙁 If your reading this, thx you for letting me rant 🥲
Hi :) it’s ok to feel like that. I’m like you, yet with different things. I’m always trying to be perfect at absolutely everything. Like, example, I do dance. Yet I’m never in the front of our dances. So I’m doing a private class with one of the teachers to try and get better. Yet it’s so hard. I’m so weak. I feel like I can’t do anything. So because of that I have zero confidence 😅 But I’m gonna try to work on it. And it’s ok to have to work on it. It’s ok to have to take a step back and breathe while thinking about everything. :) I promise you’re probably an amazing and kind person. ❤☺️
I can’t believe how long it’s been since this song came out and how far these guys have come. I remember getting so excited to hear “Burn the House Down” or “Sober Up” on the radio whenever it came on and now I hear this band everyday everywhere I go. It’s really inspiring and exciting to see a band take a journey like theirs.
I heard Burn the House Down on the radio the other day!!! I was so happy about it! They're finally getting a bit more recognition and that makes me really happy!
Bang came on on the radio yesterday,I freaked out then got my phone and set up RU-vid,I've loved she sense I was 9! They're songs are so inspiring and motivational! I hope they keep singing and make more songs!
Catchy pop song, a message I certainly wouldn’t encourage myself. What’s wrong with being weak? You get to a point where choosing to be weak means you’re the problem yourself.
take a look at the visuals, the guy who kept heading towards the front of the train (kept giving into his temptations), eventually reached the point where he couldn’t exit the train anymore (gone too far and have no control over his temptations) and got hit by the train at the end (suffers)
When you have reached the end of your limits, that’s when you realize that you’re weak. Accepting that about yourself allows you to ask for help - from a friend, family member or sponsor. Nothing wrong with admitting that you’re weak and asking for help.
I just got out of an 11 year abusive relationship with my ex husband. And he used to tell me all the time how weak and pathetic I was. And that no one would love me but him. This song means so much to me. Bc if showing my emotions makes me weak, then fine I'm weak. And what's wrong with that?
Интересно, что именно с этой песни началось моё знакомство с данной группой) несколько лет она была у меня в плейлисте, а я даже не подозревал о существовании AJR. Просто слушал и кайфовал. Потрясающая песня!)
I remember as a kid I used to do a playlist that I lost but this song was there and I’d always listen to it and feel motivated to be happy as a 5-6 year old kid thank you❤️
Fun story: This is the first AJR song I listen to. I really liked. Listened to it on repeat. So I was basically an AJR fan before I even knew what it was.
I am so obsessed with this song. It's unhealthy. I listen to it at least 10 times a day lol what can I say...I'm weak...hahahahahahhahahaa God I need help.
What a fun video 🥰 Source has had this song in my head the past few weeks. But just the “But im weak, and what’s wrong with that?” My daughter acted like she couldn’t get out of bed this morning 😅 and I started singing this song. Had to come listen. Brought tears to my eyes. I thought it was bad to be “weak” but I Love it when I Fall for it 💜❤️🔥❤️🔥✨💫 such a thrill. Thanks for the positive connotation to reimpress my subconscious ❤️🔥❤️🔥❤️🔥💜🙏🙏🙏
Who would deny not being weak at all ? Everyone has at least one weakness literally. Edit 1: Wow, thanks for 1k likes. Edit 2: I edited my comment after dislike removal though it was a big mistake.
This band is literally the fucking best, every time I hear one of their songs it gives me nostalgia and makes me smile and think about when I was younger. They're such bops lol
