Illenium - Take You Down 

This song is incredibly personal and emotional for Illenium. This song is reference to his opiate addiction and triumphing over it. I hope you all enjoy. *His statement:* I've been wanting to share something super personal for a while and just wasn't exactly sure how to do it. I'm at the point now where I've heard countless stories from you. Some of you have said my music changed your life, helped you through depression, addiction, a lost loved one, the list goes on. Honestly, I feel bad because you don't know how much that truly means to me, because I've been there too... In the depths. Six years ago I overdosed on heroin. I struggled with opiate addiction from a young age. I was trapped in it, had no passion, no direction, and truly hated myself. It was such a dark time for me and my family because when it gets bad enough, hope begins to dim and there's no escaping reality. I'm not telling you to preach or say how I found some magical cure or that everyone needs to live like I do. I'm the biggest advocate for people living their own lives and spreading their own love in their own ways. I'm just sharing my story and relating because music saved my life too. With everything that has been going on with my career, I always keep reminding myself of that. My main goal with music is to try and help people overcome their struggles and also enjoy the moment. With all that said , 'Take You Down' is about my struggles with addiction and what it can do to families and loved ones. It's more specifically about my mom, and how no matter what, she never gave up on me and always continued to see the good even though all I was doing was messing up. To anyone struggling like I did, not just with addiction but anything in life, I hope you guys can find peace in your struggles and know that anything can be overcome. I've been clean since that overdose and I owe that to finding my passion and being surrounded by the most loving people I could ever ask for. Thank you for always listening and being open. Thank you for sharing your own stories and your love of music with me. Love you all forever :)

*Lyrics:* [Verse 1] I didn’t mean to hurt you when I hurt myself It’s just an empty lie screaming out for help No, I didn’t mean to scare you But I couldn’t see that when I went to hell I was taking you with me [Chorus] When I close my eyes I’m climbing in the dark Trying not to fall apart Sometimes I get so high Falling is the only out I see And I don’t wanna take you down with me [?] Take you down, take you down with me [?] (Take you down, take you down, take you down) Down with me [Verse 2] This life is like a razor When it cuts I bleed But it's in my hand And I'm doing it to me Sometimes it's like an ocean And it gets too deep There's no way that now You could rescue me [Chorus] When I close my eyes I’m fighting in the dark Trying not to break your heart Sometimes I get so high Falling is the only out I see And I don’t wanna take you down with me [Bridge] You need to let it go now Before you drown I know that you won't understand You need to let go of these hands Cause I'm going now And I don't wanna take you down with me [Outro] And I don't wanna take you down with me Take you down, down with me

Illenium never dissapoints

This is so beautiful. I hate it when people can't appreciate good music. 🙏 Illenium is a hero!

Who was waiting for this song to release since illenium teased it in the concert

Such an emotional song, I couldn’t hold the tears back Illenium. Thank you for this masterpiece

This is not only emotional. Illenium is taking us forever in his stories 🖤😢

this is so powerful. 💞 especially since his od (6 years ago). it’s a strong message to me, and hopefully everyone else😩

this song is may not be the best song that nick has put out, but i’ll be damned if i say that it isn’t the one that makes me feel the most. the raw emotion in the vocals is enough to almost make me shed a tear. i needed this. thank you, nick 💙.

Illenium is a reason to live!

Illenium?! Today is a good day!

No kidding. I literally have goosebumps.... Love from an illenial from India! Illennium for life

thank you for hanging in there Illenium. Wherever you are, you're doing better and enjoying your passion. That is just, great. I was touched by this because we, the viewers and listeners don't really think about this. It never even crosses our heads that the producers share similar lives to the rest of us and deal with hardships everyday too. You've really impacted the community with your music. This song alone probably made 1 kid happy somewhere.

That drop 😍😍

If this won't start your mind going rollercoaster, then I don't know what will...pure art!

Who else here was listening to the unreleased version of this song for the past week? I was so fucking hyped for this. Its so beautiful.

Absolutely Incredible, Chills! The lyrics are so powerful.

Ilenium never dissapoints Hope one day he makes a collab with flume

For me, this is the best song of the century!!!!!! Last two days have been so much peaceful that I can't explain through words. When I listen to this, my mind completely stops. I forgets who I am and all the mess around. I am lost to infinity immediately and it's all never before experience.

Damn, the feels!!! ❤️❤️❤️😭🔥

Geez this is really deep

I bet we all must be hype for new Illenium song

SO MUCH EMOTION

I WAS ASLEEP FOR THIS IM NEVER GONNA SLEEP AGAIN!!!! I CANT AFFORD TO MISS AND ILLENIUM SONG

This whole song, the rhythm and the lyrics. Every single second of it. Thank you. It does reach our hearts.

An amazing melody and an amazing vocal. With such powerful meaning to accompany it. So beautiful.

I'VE NEVER CLICKED ON A VIDEO SO FAST IN MY LIFE! 💜💜💜

why am i getting chills..?? like EVERY TIME....!!

The vocal it's just beyond awesomeness..!!

This song really speaks. I can relate so much. Definitely one of my favorite Illenium track. I love you Nick ❤️. Thank you for being an inspiration. ❤️

This song literally touched my soul. I mean i never thought music would speak so much. A timeless masterpiece. Keep inspiring brother. Peace.

I’m so proud of you illenium, I know how hard it can be to overcome something like that. I’ve had two family members who were addicted to a variety of drugs, and they’ve had a relapse or two, but they’ve overcome them each time. One now has a wife and 3 kids, and the other served in the Air Force. It warms my heart to learn you’ve beaten this, and it makes me 100x more happy to know you in some way. Proud of you, and STAY STRONG! 💙

Masterpiece. Illenium is a god.

Finally... I've been looking for this so bad 💜

Illenium is always pumping out bangers. Not only is it a good song, it has a meaning behind it. Songs like this just give you goosebumps, especially with a background like this. Illenium is a hero to us all. We love you man ❤️

Illenium has never let us down and this track is EVERYTHING!!!

Triumph over Heroine addiction. Drugs are crazy. Good to see you got out of them. We all love you Illenium & are always with you no matter what. Thanks for this amazing piece of music.

I've never been so spiritually, emotionally connected to a song ever until I heard this. I'm lost for words. Just amazing ahhhh♡

I first listened to this song at Global in Denver. A very beautiful song and i did happen to shed some tears.

I see illenium. I click the video. *I like before watching*

Illenium always pumps out bangers

Heard it a week ago still in love with it!

Song has so much meaning. The Facebook post was so sad. Proud of him to use music as the outlet

This is truly a beautiful song. Thank you for sharing this with us Illenium.❤💜🖤💓

Illenium songs always have excellent vocals

Song is underrated af

This song makes me emotional and nostalgic. I love that you uploaded this.

Such a beautiful song!

Illenium is the best artist out there right now. I LOVE every song he produces!

Illenium forever 🧡

Illenium u r a true gem and thanks proximity for releasing this song in ur channel

Its very refreshing when someone understands addiction and knows how damaging it can be for others yet so healing when one is able to break free from its chains. Thank you illenium for this :)

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Illenium = ❤️

illenium = Insta Like

This is absolutely incredible!! Illenium is just too good.

Illenium never lets me down.. awesome!

I hope Illenium never stops

illenium always makes me feel better

one if not THE best Illenium tune so far, love the emotions...

probably his most genuine song in a while which makes it even better!

Illenium is a legend for having the.strength to go through that then overcome it

So in love with this, and incredibly proud❤️ all of the feels, all the feels

Wow, Illenium just never disappoints with these amazing tracks!!👌👌

When the drop comes I feel like I'm falling from somewhere, such a beautiful masterpiece, I really don't know how can I respect him more and more 🙏.

Best release in months

I can listen to this all day

Can’t wait till this song gets the attention it deserves. I get chills every single time I listen to it.

Man, this hits home.

Illenium never disappoints

Favorite song ever.

Nick always makes me feel happy💛

Illenium is life

It takes again the vibrancy of music

Waited for this for so long

Hats off too illenium The best🔥

YEEEES FINALLYYY! Been waiting for this masterpiece 😍😍

this song gave me goosebumps, and that happens very rarely

Waited so long for this song

SO GOOD Illenium!!!

What a Beautiful Song by Illenium!

Another Illenium masterpiece

One of the best tracks of Illenium!

This is ILLENIUM ! Perfect!

Illenium brabo como sempre ❤️

This ist the best music forever !! Always Illenium.

Absolutely beautiful and one of Illeniums very best songs

I've been waiting for this masterpiece... And it delivered!

ILLENIUM! MY HEART! ♥️♥️

A lot of respect !

Got it on repeat

I love this song

Amazing Illenium, keep fighting the good fight!

Best birthday present ever❤️😍 Love Illenium

illenium = instant like

This song is just...❤️❤️❤️🔥🔥

It's sad learning his story 6 years ago, and it's even sadder listening to this song while thinking about what he went through

This song gives me goosebumps every time I listen to it. It's like I can feel the emotion and strength it took to make this track and the entire thought process behind it. Illenium, it's so amazing to see where you've come.

Long live Illenium !

i love this