Was he fighting depression? - Reaction to Dan Vasc - Son of Pain 

Thank you Viking, love your comments after this beautiful Dan performance. God bless.

DAN OPENLY CRIES DURING HIS PERFORMANCE HE ALSO SUFFERS FROM DEPRESSION ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤. BLESS HIS HEART

Depression got me down after the death of my husband of 60 years. This song is one I found that helped me rise back to life.

Dan has also suffered from depression and talks about this issue in a couple of his videos. The first that springs to mind is an older cover of “Heart Of Steel” that he speaks about seeking help in the intro of the song. Might be worth checking it out my friend. Thank you so much for sharing your experiences and for reacting to this emotional song from Dan. 🎶🌟🎶

Great song. Depression is real and we all need to know that we will LIVE. THANK YOU. FOR YOUR REACTIONS ❤❤❤😊😊😊

The best line, is “ I am proud to lead my soul

Dan with his masterfull voice is the best. His interpretation is so real. But Dan said in one of his comments: " Not all the tears are of sadness. Those lyrics speak of struggle, but a struggle that leads to light, as all ot them do. " His range, his emotion, as he singing...outstanding! Thank you for your very, very great reaction, Viking !😊

This is one of the most beautiful songs Dan has ever recorded. Very moving, melancholic, and beautiful at the same time. Dan is a gift from God! This guy always delivers his best with emotion and sincerity. This is the reason why he is loved among his fans. I don't know about you, but I consider Dan as a close friend who understands our darkest moments. One who has had his moments of depression, and talks about it with great responsibility and compassion. I pray for him, and for all those who go through the same thing. They are generally good people, who cannot understand such a hostile world. God bless us!

I dont know if this will give you encouragement, you.are.not.alone!!! So many people go through the hell of depression, my heart goes out to all. Dan has several videos where he talks about how he went through deep depression so bad that he was on the verge of suicide- his love of music brought him out of it and he swore that he would never let himself go that deep again!! This is one of the reasons he gives about himself, that gives him the drive, determination and grit to succeed and that failure is not an option for him. So, yeah, his emotions are real!! Its amazing to me how music can have the power to heal the soul. Your channel reaches many people, so yes, using it to help others would be wonderful! btw, if you get a chance, check out some of the videos where he talks about this.

Empathy can be freeing. Dan shares the same struggles many including me are challenged with. We are not alone and we are not our mental illness. I share my story freely and without shame around me. It’s my way to help. My struggle took me to the darkest place you can go. For me it’s still a daily challenge. Not sure in the morning whether I wake up as Eeyore or Tigger but I know now how to live with joy. Get help. Talk to someone. We’re all here with arms open and hearts that understand! My love and Prayers go out to all who are struggling. You CAN find the light in the darkness!! ❤

True words. You're a great human being. As for Dan Vasc, he simply has a positive aura with which he can inspire other people. In one word... charisma ❤️

The tears welling in his eyes show how totally connected he is to the feeling behind the song. What showed me that I was coming out of a depression was when I all of a sudden realized that I could see color again. It is an insidious disease and I am sorry that you have had problems also.

Dan has suffered depression so can really sing the emotion deeply.

God bless you! As you see, many of us have been diagnosed with and treated for depression. Been to the depths more than once and cried out for help when I teetered on the brink of disaster. God's grace and mercy, with the proper meds, got me through each time. I had friends that didn't make it. A permanent solution to a temporary problem is not the answer. Thank you for sharing your story. I love your reactions, your channel, and YOU! You are in my prayers. We will get through this together. All of us! Hugs!!!

Oh my... wow... tears running down my face. He touches my heart and soul. He is So Special!!!! ❤ Bless you... been there... more than once. Fighting depression right now... praying for you...

Wounded Warriors is a wonderful cause to get involved with. ❤

Yes he went through depression as well!

It’s so sad watching him cry. 😢he always brings so much emotion and feeling to his songs. Fighting through his own depression and winning is great! He talks about it done on one of his videos. Thanks for your reaction. He’s awesome!praying you will get through what it is you are dealing with. I feel the “light” is the Lord God. God helped me in my depression years ago. It’s good to be free. Depression is hard. Wish you the best. I enjoy your channel. ❤🙏

Hi Viking! Loved your reaction, your emotion and your words. ❤ Listen Dan singing Heart of Steel (Manowar). Love for you. ❤ Rio-Brazil

Since finding Dan Vasc and listing to him sing and talk it has helped me through so much, he is the light in the dark for me. Dan said something like If you’re in a bad place don’t stop you will forever stay there, you must keep moving forward to reach the better place. Dan speaks from knowledge. Lovely man.

Wow❤

Thanks Viking for beeing here. ❤

Dan is in my heart and now so are you! 😊

❤ God Bless you 🙏

To me this is a song of HOPE, from where I was, but thank you angels I am now reborn, I DENY hells flames, I am the son of pain but I am proud to lead my soul to new horizons, to the golden sky, now I want to live again, I have a new way a new day,a new HOPE!

Amazing reaction ,and again thanks for the joy and love you bring to everyone. lots of hugs

So brave to share your story. So happy to hear you are coming back and getting stronger. May God grant you peace, happiness and the strength to overcome. Thank you also for your wonderful reaction to Dan. You are both epic!❤

There are many emotions in 1 tear drop

Love ya man! And loved your reaction! ❤

Thank you for your emotional reaction. I was tearing up at the end.

It moved Dan to tears. He pulls you in to what he's feeling. I feel hope

Awesome reaction

Crying already

So much emotion involved here. Not only his, but those who listen. Breaking out the tissues, again.

Love what you just said ❤

I love your Channel.

The live stream with the great family here was my highlight of the day! Thank you 🩵 Dan is amazing!

Thank you so much Viking, I have been in that dark place many, many times. Music has always been my go to when people have said pull yourself together, cheer up all those things people say. Dan himself has suffered with the Black Dog of depression, I watch him now and somehow he has helped me, with my outlook on life I am happy you now have found him too. I consider you as my friend, I look forwards to every video (late with watching this one) had some hospital treatment on Monday and it made me poorly.. now a little better and went straight to your channel. Emerald sword is another cover of Dan's it's an earworm, drops into your brain for no reason, as all Dan's Rhapsody covers do.. Thank you again, for being there and for being you.

So many good thoughts, Viking. Thank you for sharing them. Dan, like so very many (actually most of us to an extent), has suffered through depression and suicidal thoughts and fought through them. That most definitely could be his interpretation of this song. Many have said it could be a reminiscence of his father's passing. That too, could so truly be what he's doing with the song. Whichever is the case, he, as always, put life into the words and melody that only he can do in such a powerful way. I am so glad to have discovered Dan Vasc and his music. It lifts me. I'm also very glad to have found your channel. ♥♥

Hey Viking :) It was sad.. but it was beautiful. Brilliant performance 👏🏻👏🏻 Dan's voice conveys a lot of emotion 🥹. I loved. I always love Dan's covers, he is incredible! Thank you so much for all the reactions to Dan, they are the best ;) Greatings from Brazil! Hugs from Brazil 🇧🇷

Love your reaction. Dan is just living in every word. He is just the best. ❤RSA

Such a heartfelt rendition by Dan. He has the ability to bring you to tears, whether they be sad or joyous!❤❤ He has really made a huge difference to a lot of people's lives. Thinking of you too Viking, stay strong 😘

He can be so emotional

I take your hug and hug you back...and dan of course Faultless as usual

This song of Dan is so moving and he sings it so beautifully. ❤

Dan, know that you're loved. Life's struggles are devastating at times, for me loss of parents, a close friend of many years, faith and the support of those who understand gives you hope through these bad times that life throws at us. Your music and your voice are an inspiration. Sending you a BIG HUG. If I could I would get on a plane from here in the USA to Brazil and give you that hug in person. Take care. ❤❤❤❤

Dan is an amazing inspiration to me and others. I really don’t know how he does but it is a real power

there is no better singer than Dan Vasc

That is a very emotional song and Dan sings it wonderfully. Every side of him is quite lovely. He has a phenomenal voice and he has the ability to convey all the emotions that hit you right into the heart. That was absolutely beautiful and heartwarming. Your reaction was great . May God brighten your day . Many blesses. Use your battle hym to stand strong and fight.❤

aww guy that is awesome

This is one of my very favorite covers by Dan, and I absolutely appreciate your reaction. It is so triumphant ❤!! I can't help but cry the emotion he invokes and deliver in his performance once again.

Thank you for the wonderful reaction coming from your heart! Dan has a way of making us all feel the music and live the words. So glad you did this cover. Knew you would love it! Until next time…🎶🎶🎶

Thank you Viking for your reactions. I love experiencing Dan’s power through your reactions. I wish you joy and hope.

This was tears of joy since the song was a tribute to his father that had passed away. 🌹💖

Love your chanel ❤

God bless you viking. I also struggle with depression and as I constantly tell people that mental health is a real thing.

Thanks!

Love this channel ❤

I have suffered with depression and anxiety for many years.I had the most horrible thing happen 9 years ago and I breathe but I don't "live". I understood that Dan's father passed just a month before he released this. Very soul shaking to me, this song is. Great reaction, thank you.

I'm so damn glad you did this cover of his! Dan's Technique is outstanding, but his ability to bring us the story is why we love him so much. When you can feel what he feels it makes all the difference in the world. Welcome to Vascnation my friend.

We find what we need in the music. I also found light in this song. You are not alone in the struggle with depression. I enjoy your reactions and the fact that you aren't afraid to show emotion. Thank you.

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Yaya i can't wait for this

THIS SONG! Chills all the way through, no matter if it's Dan or Fabio singing. Thank you Rhapsody, for all the masterpieces. Thank you Dan, for reminding us of them.

There's absolutely nothing I can add to what you have said, other than that I am in total agreement, and I just kept saying, "Yes!" "Yes!" "Yes!" This is my favorite of Dan's songs, and for some of the same reasons...nothing recent, but there was one time in particular, when I simply wanted to get into my car and drive, and just shut my eyes and let everything go...trying to get away from the pain in my heart. I thank God for slowly and surely moving me out of that place, and giving me back His peace and love that I had walked away from for a very long time. Music and singing were also part of my being able to keep on keeping on. You are doing great things, here, with your wonderful reactions. Never doubt that. You are greatly loved, Carlos. I, for one (and I see many others here, who have already commented in the same vein) love you and what you do. I look forward every day to seeing what you will react to next. THANK YOU, from all of my heart. My daughter says the same, and all the kids love your reactions, as well. GRANDMA HUGS!

DAN VASC espetacular!!!! Sem palavras. Obrigada por sua reação 🎉🎉

Dan has said himself that he suffered depression. I have battled it as well. I have no qualms about telling someone about my battle if it will help them.

Love this song. Love your reaction. Thank you. Dealing with some issues myself, I appreciate what you said in this video. It's very hard to ask for help when you're the one always taking care of others. Yes, the piano player does have luscious hair. I hate to admit it, but I'm a little jealous, even my husband noticed his hair and that's saying a lot. 😄

Dan needs to spread the word, big boys are allowed to cry and show emotions good and bad🎉🎉1 day at a time

Dan also had depressions and struggled with suicidal thoughts! This is my favorite song from Dan!!!! I discovered Dan with this song in my darkst hour, and thanks to Dan I am still alive, and found my way back to the light! Not a day since then without Dan's music, he always manages to touch my soul and bring me to tears! Your reactions are beautiful, you cry at least as often as I do to his songs!

❤❤ great reaction... Kia Kaha (stand strong) in your own journey 😊

A virtual hug for you, from yet another who has fought that depression demon. Though there are still moments when it tries to slip back into my life, I feel I have indeed conquered it and I have no fear it will ever really take hold again. I mention this because sometimes it's easy to think there will be no end to the battle, so why keep fighting? I assure you, it's possible to win. I have done it. Dan has done it. You will do it. 👍❤

I enjoy your videos. Consider that a positive you are sending out into this world.💕

I embrace your determination and strength. Dan's inner strength in his voice and emotional presentation has brought me peace and comfort. Yes, the human connection is so vital to our well-being. Listening to one of my favorites covers of is when settling in for the night relaxes and refocuses my mind. Thank you for the enjoyment you bring through your channel.

That was so beautiful. Nothing beats the feeling of finally stepping out of that dark space. Dan nails the entire song. Hey, while I'm here, & before I forget, take a listen to his rendition of Metallica's Sad But True. He nails it in his lower register . Such a versatile singer!!

Ich bin ganz bei dir Viking. Ein so emotionales Video von Dan und deine Reaktion darauf habe mich sehr berührt.

A masterpiece among masterpieces .....goosebombs and tears every time I listen to this. 🎼🤘♥️

I so enjoy and appreciate your reactions. It's a good thing to see it is no longer a shame to admit struggles. The strongest people among us are the ones who see their own struggles and overcome them. Sending you a hug sir. Blessings Of course, one has to appreciate Mr. Dan's work. I have had to lay my dreams down many times, but through some of his songs and things he said after them, I am reminded of my dreams and am starting to work towards them again.

Wow! I have depression. I'm hugged. I'm watching listening to you Dan Vasc.❤ You keep on!

You're not alone in the struggle, Mr. Viking. Know that you are loved. We love you. Your channel is the only reaction channel I watch because your 'realness' and adorability are unmatched elsewhere. Know you are doing good...for us and yourself. Hugs from northern Canada.

I personally believe this is one of the best he has done . It really hits you

I agree with viking this chanel helps people music is like a food to calm and focus. Son of Pain is the apocalypse to heal. I love all the reactions and other videos chatty on the screen is co. And keeping people in the loop music is the answer.

Thank you for your honesty and especially thank you for for controlling that f bomb. Dan has it all, sheer perfection.

Dan Fasc a man on a mission to bring joy and love to all our hearts. What an amazing human.

I am going to a very dark place and I go to Dan s songs and it helps. Specially Heart of steel ❤RSA

BTW, Dan Vasc is amazing! I went down the rabbit hole and I didn't strike the bottom yet. And I like your reactions to him very much.

We love you man. Thank you for being here. ❤ Thank you for the hug. Love from Norway❤🇳🇴🇳🇴❤

It is always about how you feel. This is what music does. The composer has stated their message & listeners a free to their own response. I can never hear this song & not be in tears by the end. For good, bad & all in between. Love this song. Great reaction. Stay strong. Hail Vasc-Nation ❤️🤘✝️

Love this reaction to Dan’s Son Of Pain! I also would like to extend to you, brother heartfelt prayers that the Lord will totally heal you from all depression! May all negative thoughts, feelings and perceptions of hurt wash off of you now, in Jesus’ name! You are loved and amazing, and I am so proud of you for finding a way back to your JOY! I speak life more abundantly to radiate in your heart and soul! May peace comfort you right now. Thank you for sharing your heart. 🤗🕊👏

As someone who deals with depression, I admire fellow survivors. It’s a constant struggle. At times, I feel as though I’m standing in a torrent of raging water; and all that I can do is stand still keeping my nose above the flood. I’ve fallen once; but I still stand.

Keep fighting my friend. Music is healing & magic. It's the only thing that gets me through most of my days & I thank GOD for it.

He Dan is the most amazing performer I have heard in a long time. I am so addicted to him and his music

Life is full of ups and downs. The duality of light and joy is depression. We must look at depression as a tool to go within, deep within. It appears that you have done this work and are finding the joy, learning of yourself.. Thank you for this video and thank you for being you. You have brought the light into many of our lives. Many blessings. ❤

Well said! Dan has such heart in all his performances and I think you have a beautiful heart as well

Congrats man... i'm battle against depression ass well , and ... i love your channel man ... and i'm big fan of dan vasc , i'm brazilian too o/

Thank you for reaction. I love your channel being a course for good. Huge hugs sent to you and your family.

I have recurring depression. This song, your testimony made me cry. A good cry

I think he dedicated this to his father, whom died shorttime before, but I am not sure. It is awsome.

Awesome voice. Beautiful person

I have very recently found Dan, less than a week ago....and you who i feel could be a dear friend irl...just your soul emanating.. as ADHD (possible mild autism, like 3 of my 4 sons, wonder where it came from) when i find a new..."thing" i go all in. I have watched a majority of his videos, found his old gaming channel, watched podcasts, gaming visits, other reactors that have knowledge about his world, read comments from his long-time fans and ect. You can see he is genuine..he is who he shows you he is. No pretense. And with this video it again shows he leaves nothing on the table... pain and anger and release and forlorn in his soul that he is allowing us to... Its like he opened his soul and said "here fans...my soul is open to you" . Every new song i hear, every podcast or interview more and more i love who he is showing us he is. Not in some weird fangirl/stalker vibe, im 56, not that he isn't an EXCELLENT specimen of Gods handiwork ...Lord have mercy on on those fleeting impure ...nevermind! But part of his captivating presents aside from vocal ability and his sensual allurement is his honesty with us, the listener, of who he really is. No compromise. No apology. No veiled intentions. He is just himself...and he really doesn't care if you like him or not. Not that he doesn't want to do right for and by his fans...no it doesn't seem like that...more the motto of "those that matter to him don't mind...and those that mind can go funk right off". I could be way off...but i..no no I'm not. I feel very similar about you. Honest intentions to be be just who you are now. Not who you were..or others thought you were. Just you. I think that comes from getting to a certain age..not in years but being.. what seemed like the most important, life changing, devastating...all those feelings...then. Now in this space we know what truly is important...above all else except maybe our connection to Divinity, is accepting our own selves. Because only then can we allow ourselves to be accepted by the others in our life that yearning to have that connection to us. I pray that that dark and ominous cloud of depression never enter your soul and life-force again.