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The music you bring into this world is so beautiful. Please don't stop

"That night I put my youth in a casket and buried it inside of me" First of all, it hit me so hard. Second, I really wish I hadn't done that. I regret it. I hate it

My favorite part “That night I put my youth in a casket And buried it inside of me That night I saw through all the magic Now I’m a witness to the death of a hero”

i don't know why but this song reminded me of my father. My dad was a drug addict, a gambler and an alcoholic. My family, my mom and my childhood and teenhood was hell because of him. After he divorced with my mother, he re married and we went separate way. I still meet with my father but maybe once a month but then its just for a few hours. Although I am the eldest of 3 siblings, I was pretty spoilt. But when my dad left, I " put my youth in my casket ". I become more mature and strong. I love my dad, to me he is my hero, but sometimes I felt that he was already gone from my life. Death of a Hero...

You’re such an underrated artist!

no word can describe..

Here is Alec. Underrated.

*"Now I'm a witness to the death of a hero"* This is what I thought of when my dog was put to sleep.

"i saw through the magic" it's actually sad that one day we really do stop looking at things like we did as children, amazing as always though alec (i LOVE the speaking portion at 2:20)

This song reminds me of the moment you realize that someone who look up to is just a person with flaws like the moment I realized my father was an alcoholic. 😔

Nice to hear a song with meaningful lyrics. Don't get that much these days. Super catchy song too. Interested who the hero was...

Lyrics ;) I was in Pittsburgh when I saw Superman in the backroom He was doing lines or something in the bathroom I barely recognized him at all I saw him doing things you shouldn't do with all that power I wish someone would have thrown him in the shower I barely recognized him at all That night I put my youth in a casket And buried it inside of me That night I saw through all the magic Now I'm a witness to the death of a hero I burned all the pictures in the attic And threw away the magazines That night I saw through all the magic And now I'm a witness to the death of a hero I tried to look away but you can't look away from a trainwreck The things you said to girls, well they were shameless I barely recognized him at all I tried to help but he said he was just too far from saving And nothing I could say was gonna change him I barely recognized him at all That night I put my youth in a casket And buried it inside of me That night I saw through all the magic Now I'm a witness to the death of a hero I burned all the pictures in the attic And threw away the magazines That night I saw through all the magic And now I'm a witness to the death of a hero The death of a hero, he couldn't be saved Now I'm cutting the grass and I'll cover his grave I'll cover his grave The death of a hero, I'm turning the page Now I'm cutting the grass and I'll cover his grave I'll cover his grave That night I put my youth in a casket And buried it inside of me That night I saw through all the magic Now I'm a witness to the death of a hero I burned all the pictures in the attic And threw away the magazines That night I saw through all the magic And now I'm a witness to the death of a hero

beautiful just like all your other works ♥

Please don’t stop making music. The stories you sing are captivating, you are amazing Alec💛

I don't know why but a lot of your songs make me cry. Actually not in a bad way. It's like omg someone knows how to express these feelings... The feelings that I have and can't explain... I love all your songs. They all have such a strong message. I wish you would see this, but honestly doubt you will. You're my inspiration. Alec, thank you, you may not think that you could change someone's life with music. Yet you have made mine so much better. I used to be so shy and scared thinking I was stupid for being the way I am, but you're songs helped. Keep up the awesome work. Thank you!

First “If We Have Each Other” now this beauty? Alec your spoiling us!

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Omg! Did anyone else see the grave in the background?

"That night I put my youth in a casket And buried it inside of me" 💔 Excellent, deep song.

I didn't think someone could make this many bops in such a short amount of time, yet you've done it again Alec damn

This sounds like it would be played at the final credits of a great movie and I freakin love it

I had this song playing on my phone while I was in the shower, and I was sitting in the bathtub letting it fill up while the water was coming out of the showerhead over me, and I was listening to these lyrics when all of the sudden the meaning of it hit me. It really spoke to me, I feel like I lost a lot of role models this year, people I looked up and/or trusted who’s veil I finally saw through as I grew up and matured and it caused a lot of pain. This song offered me a lot of realization and closure in a time when I was still lost and hurt by everyone I used to idolize.

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i literally have chills. the meaning of this song. wow.

Leaving a comment here so when someone likes, I get remembered of this amazing song

*my favorite thing about alec is he tells stories*

Such a talented artist, I can't wait for everyone to know your name 💛

Alec is such an underrated. His music his so creative and just... a genius. He deserves way more ❤️

It sounds like he's talking about a father, Superman was what he thought a father should be like "Superman" started doing drugs and strayed away from everything good. He's afraid of the death of the father and that one day he'll have to bury him, he saw through everything good and saw what was going on and realized what the father has become. :(

Literally, all of my favorite singers are underrated. WHY!?!?!?!

Honestly u're too underrated, i just relate so much to ur music.. hope ur gonna become more famous cuz others need to feel that too❤

All your songs are so perfect! 😍

Normal kids: *jams out to cardi b and 6ix9ine* Me: *jams out to Alec Benjamin and Cavetown* Edit: Bruh why are people still replying to this it was a year ago I'm a better person now I swear,,,, anyways Stan Stray kids😗✌🏼

Such a underrated song! Please keep singing!!!!!!

Idk but your voice just makes me close my eyes and listen to every word youre singing.

I think what this song meant was that//: Alec had seen something or a secret that the person he respects so much, do something bad that he looses respect for him. To this, it lead him hate or some other negative feelings // like frustration, whatnot // and to the point that he burnt this person he respects so much's pictures and everything related to this person. He kept all he believed while he was in his youth that this person had done in casket, as if he's saying that this is all a lie. And the death may not actually he a death, it's probably the respect or trust or something. And the lone that he says he doesn't realized, he probably refuse to do so, cuz he doesn't want to see/recognize the person he once respect so much

damn i just realised all my favourite nightcore songs came frome this legend how did i not know lol. This guy is underrated

Don't you just hate it when you walk into the bathroom to see Superman snorting crack?! 🙄 Jk love you Alec!❤❤

so addicted to all of your songs

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This is some of the most amazing music I've ever heard. The music is gorgeous and the story is emotional and powerful. I can't believe someone could make something this beautiful, this is truly touching. The "Death of a Hero", representing the realization that not everyone you look up to is as benevolent as they seem is so sad but true. Putting your "youth in a casket" is one of the saddest things about growing up. Not only physical youth but the innocence of being a child and the magic you live in as a child dying is truly tragic. 20/20, my new favorite song.

who else wants to know who is one of Alec Benjamin's hero?

Your songs are so filled with emotions and always made me thinking twice. Keep up the good work!

I love it ✨✨✨🌹

To my Hero, and love, Joshua Dickey. May you rest in peace 12/12/2020. This song give me chills, as Alec Benjamin was one of our favorite artists to fire dance to. It has been weeks, and I still cry uncontrollably to this song.

When you take the lyrics too literal and think ab the death of The Avengers and now you’re back in Endgame Depression.

I found him only recently, i dont even deserve to be this early, thank you KZfaq

LOVE LOVE LOVE !

This is exactly what is special about Alec's songs and why I enjoy them so much. They are just so honest and straight forward. So simple yet so complex. The songs are as clear as glass. And the simplicity and plain honesty add so much depth and character. So, thank you, Alec, for giving the world the gift of your music.

Alec your voice brings me tears!! You’re incredible, please never give up with your music

Hi Alec I know you won’t read this because I’m just another fan girl to you... but I know how much time and effort goes into every song you make and even though it may be hard sometimes we love you and we hope you never give up, keep up the amazing work !!

Stefan Karl was a hero who played a villain R.I.P childhood

Your music is so deep and I cry every time

As Soon as I listened closer to the lyrics and then put it into my own story and life I just cried.. 💖

How does he write these really meaningful songs? I love how every song tells a story ❤️

I probably replayed this 10000 times already.

Woah I thought that was Tyler Joseph at that tiny rapping section!!!! I can't express how much of an amazing artist you are, never stop making the beautiful music you make :)

Dear alec, you've helped me so much throughout the past year, without your music i wouldn't be where i am today. you've helped me discover myself and i can't thank you enough..

Clicked the video as fast as i can Can anybody agree????

Notification squad, where you at?

When i first listened i didnt know what the song was saying atfirst, i just like the rhythm. I saw the lyrics and realized it wasn't talking about superman dying but instead the old superman who would do anything protect even one person. The hero he once was has died

"Now I'm a witness to the death of a hero" Reminds me of my dog..she save me from committing suicide 5 times helped me with deppression and anxiety and helped me recover from anorexia she was a hero and a amazing dog RIP baby girl!💞😭

I hope you are ok. Even though our heroes do let us down we just have to keep marching on. Just know hat you have us.

I love his music so much. And I want him to get popular. But I would miss the little community we’ve made..

I absolutely love it. His voice, the lyrics, the style. It is just perfect. ♥️

a friend recommended me this song and since then no song has ever beaten to this till date. ❤

Why isn't Alec more popular? He is so unbelievably talented

I remember when my hero let me down. He basically created my childhood. Drama erupted, and truth spread out. I just didn't see someone I admired anymore, just a mere rip off afterwards. It hurt, and changed the way I saw my childhood shows, the things he created.

I was witnessing the "death of music" until I came across this!!! So good and creative...

This has such a deep meaning and I'm shook. I'm choked up. Alec, you did it again. You're absolutely amazing.

Alec is the *new* hero we don't deserve but desperately need *♡*

YASSSSS IM SO HAPPY THANK YOU ALECC THIS IS AMAZING!!!

When i hear this i think about Izuku realizing how messed up the hero society is and how his hero’s aren’t who he thought they were, like he is finally realizing how everything isn’t just black and white and toxicity of hero culture, but that’s just my opinion

This guy deserves a million subscribers because every song he puts out is absolutely phenomenal!

Ahhh thank you for blessing our ears today!

My mom and I love your music. Thank you for doing what you do.

Hey man. I love this song, and love your music. The other night I discovered something about my dad that has made me feel like I’ve witnessed the death of a hero. This song is helping me, and I thank you for that. I don’t know if you read these but I thought I’d say I’m thankful for your music. Thanks bro.

he so good at turning stories and actual feelings into songs

Woahhh, that small little rap was everything and more

Beautiful voice🤘🏻

This song reminds me of the time i heard my dad when he was fully sober saying i was a mistake through the door right before i entered and he just turned to me and said "Yeah you heard me you little piece of sh!t" Looking to get out of this god forsaken house in these next three years.

"That night I saw through all the magic" is it just me or that line sounded so magical

who else thinks alec needs more attentions?

Haven’t heard it yet but I know it’s great

You know the song is good because everyday there are many, many people listening to it

I now fully understand this song because WHEW when ya find out about less than savory things about someone you admire it hits hard especially when it's not baseless rumors. The genuine hurt and betray is too real.

YESS, I WAS WAITING FOR THIS!

Seriously when I say with every song you write I fall more in love with your music I’m not lying. I knew that I’d love this song from the moment you posted a clip on Instagram. I’ve been waiting so patiently. I’m so proud of you and what you have done with your music! I’m so happy to have been able to watch your talent grow since paper crown. 🖤 I’m so excited to see what you do next!

Why is it so underrated? I swear, this means everything for me.

The hero isn't dead he is still making amazing songs for us Guess whoooo??? ALEC BENJAMIN!!!

WHO DISLIKED THIS????? whoever did has bad taste like if you agree..

For the 4 dislikes.... Shame on you

His voice is everything.😭😭

I just listened to this song for the first time it is way to relatable and the sudden part where he was low-key rapping caught me off guard.

Your music is always so amazing Mr. Benjamin!

I’ve been waiting so long for this song awwwwwwwwwww I’m so happy

Whoever let you down took you for granted, because to have you as a friend would be an honour because your lyrics are so meaningful and honest x 💖

Wht is this guy so underrated. He deserves more love and recognition