The lead singer David Draiman had a girlfriend who committed suicide when he was 16. "It was an unbelievably horrific and painful experience, and it was cathartic to make the song, and it really took me having a certain mindset to do it, and I had to wait 'til I was ready." - David Draiman

David greets every live show's audience as "My brothers, My sisters, My blood." It's a good message. Unity is important. Much love TMG fam.

this song hits really close to home for me. when i was 12 i had a girlfriend in the 7th grade. she had a really tough life, her mother died of cancer, her father was abusive and barely home so she had to take care of her sister. i would spend every day with her and help her out take care of her sister. in december after school it was a wednesday i went to her house after getting off of the bus since we lived in the same neighborhood. she kept a spare key under the door matt so i could get inside and get settled to do homework and help her with her chores and responsibilities. she ended up taking her life that day. she use to cut alot and i tried to help. but when i walked in that house and walked to her room i set my bag on her bed and looked around the house for her and couldnt find her. which i found odd cause she said i could come over after school on the bus ride home. i saw the bathroom light on and knocked, i heard no response and i waited a couple seconds and knocked again. srill nothing and so when i tried to open the door it was locked so i ended up taking a screwdriver and unlocking the bathroom door. i found her lifeless body still somewhat warm but dead. i didnt know how to handle it all i could think of was to call 911. her father came home later that day and he tried to blame me for her taking her life saying it was my fault and didnt allow me to know where she was burried or even go to the service. for along time up until i turned 16 i struggled with suicidal thoughts and i started to self harm via cutting. i went to go take my life by cutting my wrists vertically in my grandparents shed. when my grandpa was alive i went to go talk to him one last time and he didnt turn around until i started to choke on my words and he said to me " you have the same look in your eyes that my father had before he shot himself in the head. whats wrong" and itold him everything. he didnt call anyone but he sat me down and talked to me and had me promise not to take my own life. ive kept that promise ever since. he passed away in 2018 about a year after i promised him i wouldnt kill myself.

Just in case it wasnt evident, the version of david with the corpse was him, and the one singing covered in blood was the devil telling him to kill himself to join the girl. Hence the line "take your place inside the fire with me"

As someone who’s struggled with suicide, Disturbed was one of the few things on earth to calm me. I’m now on medication and I’m in a better place. Strangely everytime I wanted to commit suicide, it was after I went cold turkey and stopped drinking. 14 years sober but also 14 years of a fucked up mind. Give or take I guess.

I had stop commenting on reactions but felt I had to comment here. I am in recovery. I have not recovered. Only from a seemingly hopeless state of mind . I stay clean and sober one day at a time based on my spiritual, not religious, fitness. I can't stay clean and sober on yesterday's recovery. I must always remember where I came from because I am always 1 drink or drug away from losing my sobriety regardless if I have 1 day, 1 year, 10 years or 30 years. I have seen people with 30 years go back out. Some make it back others don't. Locked up, covered up, or sober. Alcoholism is 100% fatal and it is an ugly death. There is no guarantee that you will make it back in. I am a very strong 12 step person and it is in the fellowship that a person looking for or to maintain their sobriety will find the support they need because only people in recovery understand how insidious essential nature of the disease. Cunning, baffling and powerful. It doesn't take a day off so neither do I. It does get more familiar over time. Be it aa, celebrate recovery, smart program get help, learn about your disease. Your life depends on it. Finally there is a very strong connection between mental illness and substance abuse. If you have both, you must treat both to be successful with either. Thank you for allowing me to use this as a platform for 2 diseases that I live with

"But we're here, so we're gonna talk about it. We're not gonna run from it." 👏👏👏

This a quote is from the Director about this song. Guitarist Dan Donegan explained to Artist Direct about this tale of someone plunging into the afterlife in the hope of reuniting with his deceased girlfriend: "It's a really dark vision and the song, the lyrics and the meaning, is very dark. It's the darkest stuff that I think David (singer David Draiman) has ever written lyrically. It's about a girl he was in a relationship with. She's committed suicide, and he just has the voice of the devil over his shoulder trying to provoke him to take his own life to join her again, because the only chance for him to be with her again is if he takes his life. We're not condoning suicide off of this, it's just more of the temptation to join a girlfriend that was very confused and messed up and wanted out." I get that this is tough as hell in regards to the making the song itself but it does look at the darker side of what the survivors have to live with.

Well this video has me in tears!!! I'm an addict alcoholic in recovery (23yrs) and my reason to fight is my son. I do have triggers and unfortunately they are my Mom...Dad and youngest sister. But I'm going strong cuz I know that if I relapse I'll lose my son... myself and God and I'm not willing to lose any of that. I'm bipolar with severe depression and anxiety and I've attempted suicide five times. When I'm on my meds I'm fine but sometimes I get locked in my depression and pray that I don't wake up...I swore when my son was born I'd never do anything to hurt him on purpose and that would be the ultimate hurt for him. Earlier this year my 22yr old cousin committed suicide and we're all very broken up by it. Especially his Mom. No one knew he was feeling like that. We with mental illness are masters of hiding what is really going on with us due to the stigma of being "crazy". David Draiman's girl commited suicide when they were 16yrs old and it really messed him up. He's at a point in his life where he can voice it and work through it and it's a kick ass song. I hope that you have a wonderful and blessed day my friend!!! 🙂🙂🙂🙂 🐧🐧 Sorry so long.

My brothers, my sisters, MY BLOOD!!! WE @ARE!!!!!

All the songs i have heard from DISTURBED have a message in them. DAVID DRAIMAN IS BRINGING awareness to a lot of people. And I for onr one think its AWESOME that he is. I am 63 years old and i cant remember any other groups that have done that with there music. Hes talking about things that's gooing on now and have been going on for years. But most people don't talk about it. Or try to raise awareness about it. DAVID DRAIMAN IS A GREAT ARTIST. More people need to keep an open mind and listen to some of their music.

I saw David Draiman live it was life changing to me. I was there with a lot of my friends. He talked a little about addiction and Suicide. This band is the reason I am who I am today. Nice music.

Disturbed music is beautiful, a favorite band of mine. Hold on the memories is another good one

This band is perfection. I've grown up listening to them. Their music has helped me through suicidal thoughts, has given me the strength to leave the worst relationship I've ever had where i would've been killed or worse. This band is so underrated. They're amazing

I'm sure it wasn't planned, but WOW, these two songs back to back is a real message. Never give up, no matter how far life gets you down, never give up and keep fighting

I saw them a couple months ago. He had the house lights brought up and asked the crowd how many of us suffer with addiction and or depression. An uncomfortable amount of hands went up. They had that number up on the big screen. He said we need to fight this demon. During the song a Reason to Fight some girl decided to utilize the space where people mosh to do an interpretive dance for the whole song. I was up in the seats looking down on this. So powerful. Im choked up recalling it.

"The light" is defiently one ya gotta hear dude

I honestly want to hear David Draiman (Disturbed), James Hetfield (Metallica), and M. Shadows (A7X) to sing the national anthem and 3 of their songs together at the Super Bowl

Both songs are awesome 👍👍 2 reasons why I love disturbed!!!!! David draiman's voice is just 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥A reason to fight is one of my favorite songs ever, everything about it is amazing the music & the message I remember first time in heard it,I bawled like a baby!!

Another Disturbed song that tries to help people...Thank you Disturbed!! Another vocal by David that is unparalleled!! His range is phenomenal !! So controlled....awesome timber!! Beautiful voice!!

Inside the Fire is my personal favorite Disturbed song..so powerful....and the song is just awesome

I've been going through a particularly difficult time with depression the last few months. It's something I've battled for a while, I usually climb out easier than this, but this has been rough. Then I found Disturbed, first with Sound of Silence, then their other songs, especially this one. It's helped me tremendously. Feels like this band knows me personally and cares. Thank you David and Disturbed, you've helped so many. Wonderful musicians and caring human beings.

Definitely need to check out "The Light" by Disturbed.

Thank you so much for talking about the meaning of this song. The singer David’s girlfriend died from suicide and she had drug addiction. It’s still raw for him even tho it happened when he was in his teens.. I love his voice! Real talent! I hit that bell for you! 💕

Inside the Fire is an experience to listen to... It changed my perspective on what music could become David Dariman described the song as what he thought the Devil whispered to him as he stood over the girl's casket at her funeral. Suggestions: Disturbed - The Vengeful One, Stricken, Indestructible.... Also, Device - Out of Line (ft. Serj Tanakian and David Draiman)

The recreation of the scene was actually something David had to deal with when he was 16 years old! I don't know the whole story but it effected David quite a bit! The second song, well...I wish I had heard it when I was in my late 20's! I became very depressed, although none of my family members or my friends knew what I was going through. At that same time I started drinking...!my alcohol of choice was Rum. I drank copious amounts at time, because at 6'6" & 320 lbs...I was able to drink without it really bothering me...so I thought! What it did was to make me more depressed. Fast forward from 1985 to July 31, 1999....I decided to stop...get help and set my life on a different course. Today, I am 22 years, 6 months and 11 days sober! If I can humble myself and get help...so can anyone else. There are trained people, where ever you live, that will help you and won't be judgemental!

EVERY time I hear the song "A Reason to Fight" it brings me to my knees. I've been sober for over 16 years from drugs and alcohol thanks to my wife, family, friends and sponsors in the program. If I EVER go back to that deep dark place, there's only 2 places I'll be, either in jail for a long, long time or DEAD !!! My sobriety and livelihood depends on this song and keeps me on an even keel. Thank you for your analysis sir. YOU NAILED IT !!!

Please react to stricken and indestructible by disturbed

Thank you. That’s exactly what it is. His guilt was so great, he thought he deserved to join her. 😢 It’s awful when you can’t save someone . Especially someone you love. And the addiction speech. Wow. This was such a beautiful video, with so much wisdom. Thank you, truly.

Disturbed was my first concert and they were fucking amazing! First experience with a mosh pit and "the wall of death" it was glorious!!!

if I remember correctly the reason to fight song was one that was written after the loss of Chester Bennington.

I feel guilty banging to that song as well,,,, but I can’t help it, the vocals and the music and the arrangement are insanely awesome.

Your description of addiction and how hard it is to live daily is spot on, it's no where as easy people who haven't suffered say it is. It's pure hell

This was a tough video to watch for me. I love Disturbed because they hit these hard subjects. About ten years ago, my now ex-wife lost our third baby in two years. I found her unconscious on the floor in our living room. She had intentionally overdosed on anti-anxiety meds, and her pulse faint. The paramedics got her to the hospital in time, but I'll never forget how pale she was...or how helpless I felt. I still have nightmares about it sometimes. She got help and is living a happy life now. The point is don't ever give up on life. I've been through so many painful things in my life, but that experience is the reason why I could never do that to my family. Seek help, call a friend, or just talk to a stranger. You are worth so much more than you could ever know...and you would be sorely missed.

Thank you. No one tells it like David Draiman.

Two great songs to play back to back. Much respect to you for doing this.

I've been to one of his concerts. Before singing "reason to fight" he made everyone close their eyes. Than he made everyone raise their hand who once thought about suicide, attempted it, has depression or knows someone who deals with the above. When we opened our eyes every single one in the crowd had their hand up. There was this deep connection between everyone in the air. I had tears in my eyes for the whole time. Probably will never forget this feeling.

Yes moooooore Distuuuuurbed!!!!!!!!!!! My favourite band in the world

I love the first song but honestly never saw the video until this reaction. In my mind I thought it was about something completely different. As far as A Reason to Fight, I most likely wouldn't be here if I hadn't heard that song. And when I saw it in concert Disturbed sang it with such heart that I felt like they really meant it. It was the beginning to my healing and when I have the $ some form of that song will be added to my ink!

Disturbed has ALWAYS had heavy lyrics, BUT the music behind them is SO easy to JAM out to. Don't feel bad for that. I have seen them live, and trust me...David WANTS you to be THROWING your body around to this. FEEL it.

Like someone commented earlier, these songs back to back bring a strong message. The trilogy can be completed if you would react to the Disturbed song "Hold on to memories" 🙏🏽❤

I usually hate reaction videos because of the interruption of the music. This one though.....well,your commentary is great! You have heart my friend! Thank you!

It amazes me how many times people out there have said that bands like Disturbed & others are devil music, devil worshipers. If they just took a minute to sit down & actually listen to the lyrics, watch the videos they would see the very deep deep meaning behind their music. Thank you for recognizing the true meaning of their music.

Disturbed is one of my all-time favorite bands! I was so happy L when I saw you giving me a two-piece with a biscuit today of Disturbed!! You should check out more of their tracks, especially off of the newest album "Evolution". "Are You Ready" and "No More" and "Already Gone" are some great choices...check out tracks off of "Believe" and "Immortalized" as well...

When you got to the 2nd song and was like oh we talking about all this. You spoke from the heart, you truly get what addiction can and will do. My Dad passed Nov 3rd, it completely broken me. After 10 years from alcohol, I relapsed. It's same thing I used to tell myself it numbs me up. I couldn't feel that pain. I still have not accepted that he's gone. I know he would be disappointed but he would've help me right back up. I love n miss you dad. I'll get better that's a promise

David Draiman....one of the best singers we have! Can go from velvety baritone to tenor, from clear as a bell to rasp ....and back....ON A DIME! Has a timber to his voice I've never heard before and amazing control !! Beautiful !!

This song is about the perspective of the devil if I'm not mistaken... Like, the devil is telling David to take his own life next to be with his girl. The devil tryin' to decieve him but David made it out alive from the deception and the temptation...

You are ALWAYS in recovery...even years later, an addiction only needs you to give up once to get you back

Yeah Disturbed has a lot of powerful songs.

He said that when he was at her funeral that the devil was whispering in his ear for him to take his own life to be with her again. he thankfully was able to deal with it in his way and is sending a message to those who feel they can't go on that there is hope and to not give up.

It is incredibly hard to lose someone to suicide. the youngest member of my band before we went seperate ways (we are still close, just screwed over by the label, can't say anymore on it though), our keyboardist killed himself. I was the one that found him. We still blame ourselves for what happened. We were a band, a family. I was almost the member that went through with it but was found by a manager and rushed to the hospital. I can't put into words what that does to you... The emotions you go through and the things that run through your head. The thoughts.... I still have nightmares today... Rest In Piece Jamie...

My aunt walked in on my cousin hanging from the ceiling fan in 2018. She was one of the only people id really talk to in my whole family cause we understood each other cause we both struggled with depressed and shit. There's times inlife where you have to look to the people that are closest to you. No matter what theres gonna be a light at the end of the tunnel. Yes it may take a long time to get there but ya gotta stick with it and keep trying. Theres people that care and that want you around no matter whatcha think about urself.

Real Life...Rage anger sadness loss...it never goes away.

Losing someone like that... it really never goes away. It never gets better. It affects you deeply forever. That hurt and anger and confusion never leaves you, never lessens. Quite sad.

Disturbed is so unusual in that they genuinely care for people and always have a message. They've helped so many people!. ....and David Draiman....about the BEST male vocalist out there. Can go from warm baritone to angelic tenor, from a pure voice as clear as crystal to distortion and rasp and back on a dime. A powerful and soulful voice with amazing control. Loved your reaction....was mine too.....and without too many interruptions! Lol.....thank you!

These guys are the real deal, as far as musicians. They can play so many styles. They play their instruments and sing with all their heart.

I've seen them live twice they're awesome, you need to hear the light you need to see these songs performed live.

This song gives me chills because of its meaning and my name is Devin. A past boyfriend of mine sang this song too me before I knew it existed because I said I always wanted to know a song with my name in it. When he showed me this song, it blew my mind🤯 I love it!

I have seen them a few times over the years and one thing I love about this band is that they push the message that through music we are all unified.

Just glad he was found 🤘✌️❤️

@13:37, once again, you're SO right! Once an addict, ALWAYS an addict, whether it's a recovering addict or not, and there's also programs for families of addicts as well AL-ANON is a place where families can go to help them understand addiction and how it works and helps you to realize and understand that it isn't THAT person, and it's a disease, and it also runs in families!! SO if it's in your family bloodline, it's better to just NOT do anything you can become addicted to....

Trust me dude, that shit never leaves you. EVER

a reason to fight is about the struggle with not just addiction but also depression and all mental illness. so the message isnt so much about battling addiction alone its about battling all your inner demons and that your not alone their is always a reason to keep fighting and never give up. as someone whos been battling depression for 6 years this song has been my saving grace and its been able to help me put what im going through into words to be able to get the help i need. there is always a reason to fight and never give up even if it may seem like there is not there always is and your never alone.

Hey TMG fam I liked what you said about addiction and alcoholism. I am an alcoholic that is going on 8 years sober and everyday I fight the urge to drink especially when the world seems to be against you. I love Disturbed for facing these topics head on and giving people a positive outlook and hope. Hope is what we need more of now in these messed up times. Love your channel and I am a new subscriber based on this reaction video and the kind words you have for your followers. Amen to you and the entire TMG family.

When you are begging for your sin.... that is so true and powerful.

I found my best friend hanging when i was 22. You. Never. Forget.

I've never seen this first music video before and I can't stop bawling, I've lost quite a few friends and an ex these last couple years and it's so hard no matter who they are.

He went into the the suicide a little more in depth in an interview with loud wire. Him and his girlfriend where herein addicts she committed suicide by overdose. He a few years later hit rock bottom and walk up naked half frozen to death on the streets of Chicago and found his reason to fix himself. And has done amazing things since then. He truly is an amazing individual and his life story and recovery should be an inspiration for many.

I love both of these songs...they pull on my heart when I listen to them...i have a 16 year old son that has been depressed a couple years now and has talked about suicide and we have gotten him help,counseling everything we can think of...i would just die if I walked in on something like that!!

I can't help but cry everytime I hear Inside the Fire... I love the band and really enjoy listening to them. As for A Reason to Fight I have lived with an Alcoholic Father and my ex died of an overdose... and every day I watch my Daughter struggle with addiction... it is heartbreaking. So I hear it... I feel it.

Disturbed- Criminal AND Disturbed - Façade MUST HEAR!!

want to do more metal? Five Finger Death Punch "wrong side of Heaven", "Gone Away", plus a few others

The vocalist David Draiman became romantically involved with a girl between 1991 and 1992, who used heroin and eventually committed suicide, which inspired the song "Inside the Fire". I found this on Wikipedia.

I can't get through A Reason to Fight without tears...😥😥

I've lost close, dear & talented friends of mine from high school to suicide. I've had bouts of my own especially after I lost my parents. I still fight depression but however, today I play guitar in an undisclosed metal band Chaotic Demise. It's my way to release my emotions and stay grounded. I even give lessons' to these kids today and they make me think. I get told I have a 'purpose' in life. Maybe my other hobbies & my guitar playing is my purpose. Oh, I watched both parents' die.

This song is to advocate not only drug and alcohol abuse, but also depression and suicide. The official live video of this song shows how they are fighting this and includes his audience at his concerts with their reactions. It is much more powerful and will let you see how they are trying to get across that you are not in this alone.

People are battling all kinds of things and A Reason to Fight hit home with me. This is a very powerful song and music is powerful. That really accomplishes the goal of this band which is to make people feel powerful. You are not alone! We are all in this together. If no one else is in your corner I am. Stay strong. You can win the battle. Keep fighting.

I woke up at 2:30am this morning with some really bad thoughts and this video was the first thing to pop up on my KZfaq!!! Thank you, El!! I called my former police partner, who came running!! Crazy how this was the first thing I saw......

Both good songs. It was his girlfriend at the time. I believe this was awhile ago tho. Edit....think it was before he was even in the band if I remember right. I think I read that he has wrote this song years ago but felt he was ready to record it .

I went to a disturbed concert it was one of the greatest concerts I've ever went to

Heavy is the Best way to describe this.

I started listening to disturbed at the age of 13, and it took me until the age of 17 I figured out this song was about suicide, because I only used to listen to the audio track, not the music video, my heart reaches out to David Draiman, he really seems like an amazing man. It takes a lot of strength to be able to write a song about a loved ones death. For that, I respect him and his strength.

You're a good man. Suicide and addiction are difficult subjects to talk about, but you took on the challenge and did a great job. Especially at the end with "give them a reason to fight". Love isn't passive, it's not in what you feel, it's in what you do. Never hesitate to let those closest to you know exactly what they mean to you. Even it sounds cliché or sappy, just do it. You never know who's tying that noose while you're too busy thinking of the right words.

the lead singer of Korn has lost 2 wives to Suicide. I just can't imagine the hell that's he's had to endure. I too have had a best friend, who caved in to his demons. RIP - Patrick

Love that little bing-bing at the end of the solo.

I just wanted to say if anyone readind this is battling with addiction ,please dont give up .I am living proof that you can conquer your demons with fight and determination.i am a recovering alcoholic,sober 12yrs now and the pride and confidence i now have are two things alcohol does not allow you to have.The road hasnt always been easy but i can honestly say i love the person i have become,i would never give that feeling of pride up for anything.DONT GIVE UP,TRUST ME,THE FIGHT MAY BE TUOGH BUT THE FEELING OF SOBRIETY IS EUPHORIC!

Holy hell... first time I have ever heard A reason To Fight... Anyone else catching seriois Adam Gontier era Three Day's Grace vibes from Draiman's vocals in that song?

Watch the live performance of a reason to fight. Where the entire audience is engaged into the performance

Thank you for the reactions bro! I have been at the MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston for almost a month.. your reactions have definitely helped me keep my mind at ease. My wife has a rare form of Leukemia, keep doing what y’all do bro! 🤟🏻

This song is accurate beyond artistic representation. The thoughts and noise in your head being chaotic and powerful negativity. Listening to the chaos is calming and saddening for those close to it and helps some draw strength to move. Choose to move forward.

David heart was shattered by his girlfriends suicide. But the power this man has to get the message out so NOONE else has to feel the way he does. The next song actually saved my life. I was attempting suicide when my friend walked in before I could finish. The struggle of depression was taking hold of me. I will be indebted to this band for the rest of my life.

My scars remind me that a few minutes can change the future forever. I was lucky and got help many others don't get lucky

I saw someone suggest Disturbed's version of Sound of Silence. I highly recommend. I'd also be interested in a comparison with the original Simon and Garfunkel version.

This song HITS VERY close to home to me and i cry every time i hear it. If u need someone to....just let shit out, scream and yell, please call the number, or kall me ya know

Both very powerful songs. Disturbed has a habit of making a lot of very meaningful and powerful songs within the hard rock. You should listen to Facade by them as well, the lyrics are them speaking out against domestic abuse and women having the power to fight back in that kind of situation.

You kind of make me want to become an addict just to the kind of advice u just gave. Side. Good job. Thank you

Much respect to you for doing such a great reaction video to these two powerful songs! Glad to see someone helping spread awareness to these topics that I'm sure hit home for a lot of people one way or another.

This track is meaningful to me now then it was back when it came out. One of best friends. More like a brother. Committed suicide by hanging back in 2015. Im still pissed to this day. I know times get tough. But suicide is NOT the way to go. It used to be a touchy subject. But now I'm just saying don't even think about it. We can overcome. It might seem impossible but it can be done

I'm a few months late to this party, but man... NEVER feel bad for enjoying their music, even when the subject is really difficult. Their music is some of the most meaningful and thoughtful of any band I have ever heard, and I am beyond happy to have seen them many times.

As much as I love "inside the fire" if you want another disturbed song that's so full of emotion it's almost hard to listen to try "My child"