I'm surprised it didnt hit a million yet

You can't sit there and say you have nothing against gay people and then say that they should keep their life on the DL. This song shows us how that is a destructive type of mentality that shouldn't be accepted. Props to MURS for standing up for what he believes in regardless of the homophobic roots hip hop was founded on. This is social evolution.

people make fun of Murs for the concept of the video, but praise Mackenroe SMH

I cried so much watching this video.

This is so painful to watch because of how much Closeted people are in the world in what they are going through because of people who are not-so accepting of something different. Made me cry so much.

It astounds me that Murs took the extra mile in this video, considering his audience on KZfaq and the music genre in general. Gay rapping is not usually accepted in that community, and the entire homophobia/anti-gay banter is still a problem in this country. Regardless, I admire how brave Murs was taking this sort of approach on the subject and making it so much more personal, despite the fact that he's straight. I guess most people don't realize the entire point of this video and song, and instead dismiss it as wrong or "gay" just because of his actions and intention. It's a great and powerful song, it just has to be taken in without instantaneous disapproval and hate for it being a "gay song." I'm glad that rap is starting to take on deep and personal subjects such as this. It makes me appreciate the genre more. So thanks, Murs. Thanks for giving me something to think about.

Where were the Grammys when this came out?

This music video deserves a grammy, like 4 real message is clear and speaks to us all

as a bisexual man this hurts me deep down

Murs was interviewed for the bestselling book series *HOW TO RAP* and *HOW TO RAP2*, and shared his rapping techniques. Here he talks about gangsta rap. "No one saw gangsta rap coming. They told them they were crazy: You’re gonna curse on a record and it’s gonna get played? Yeah, right! And now everything on the radio [is like that]. They changed the world [and] you couldn’t have told anyone. . . . And I think that’s the beauty of hip-hop-you’ll never see it coming, whatever it is."

Mad respect for MURS. He had a lot of courage for standing up for what he believes in by making this video. We need more people like him in the world

That guitar sample is Maggot brain by Funkadelic for anyone wondering

nothing against Macklemore, but this song is way better than Same Love. I wish this could've reached a wider audience.

I'm glad that you're both still here with us. :D

This song is so underrated. This song needs more views, like the song Same Love by Macklemore. This song is just as powerful as that song.

Might be the first rap song I've actually listened to the lyrics to.

Verse 1] Fresh out of high school, glad cause he hated it Everybody in the senior class'll call him gay but it It never bothered him, his name Johnathan Best friend Julie, she was cool, she went to prom with him The principal said prom was no place for a queer couple If he showed up with a boy then it'd be real trouble Empty threats, but what really got to him Is that his boyfriend didn't wanna go to prom with him Boyfriend Roderick, kept the secret closeted Scared to come out into this world of zero tolerance Kinda popular, played a lot of politics Johnathan was book smart, just received a scholarship Off to college, wanted Roderick to follow him He see him in the halls but Rod would never acknowledge him Away from school though, he was so affectionate John had a good thing, no use in upsetting it Besides in college everything would be different Everyone is educated, no one would be tripping, huh He had it all figured out Plus his parents were excited just to get him out the house So they bought him a ticket, even bought one for Roderick Said to leave the end of summer, they would pay for all of it So excited on his way to work at In-N-Out End of his shift, he drove straight up to Roderick's house He hopped out, saw him with his crew He walked right up, he was ready to share the news It had been a few days, he forgot how much he missed him So excited that he moved in and kissed him Roderick dissed him, threw him to the floor He said, "you faggot! What'd you have to do that for?" Looked at his homies, "You know I'm not gay" They just shook their heads, turned and walked away ("Fuck. Fuck's wrong with you?") Now he's screaming at Johnathan, what the hell was wrong with him John said, "Okay, it's over? Let's be honest then They never knew the real you, they not your real friends" He drove away and vowed to never speak to him again It had been a few weeks Before John left for college, he thought that they should speak Scared to do it, for fear of rejection But either way, he knew the world would never accept him [Interlude] (Dear America, when you tell gay Americans that they can't serve their country openly or marry the person that they love, you're telling that to kids too.) [Verse 2] Roderick was seventeen, in and out of jail since ten Never knew his father or spent time with any other men He started running in them circles with the hustlers Gangbanging, dope slanging, had some loyal customers Locked him up at a very young age Found religion and it ended all his criminal ways He also found his first boyfriend when he was locked up Came home conflicted so he really didn't talk much Felt beginnings of a double life The chaplain back in juve used to tell him that it wasn't right His bond with God was so strong That was until he met John And it felt so perfect But suffering eternal damnation, was it worth it? He still had to see him It had been two years, he knew that he could never leave him So he lived in fear of God's wrath The preacher said God loves us all except fags And that made him so mad he started packing his bags Said he'd run away with John until it went all bad [Interlude] [Verse 3] The big incident John slipped in front of his friends and started kissing him Now everything was different He shut him out, never thought about forgiving him Until he got that text John wanted to meet up the day after next They met at In-N-Out, on his dinner break But he was so mad that he couldn't look him in the face Soon as he spoke, they both started crying Said he missed him so much, he felt like he was dying John said, "I can't describe how much I missed you" That's when Roderick pulled his pistol He shot him right between the eyes Then turned it on hisself cause he refused to live a lie Suicide was against his beliefs But knew it was the only way they'd ever find peace

Let's not hate on Macklemore. They're both on the same side. But this was filmed in Tucson! Rep T Town!

this is only one of a million reasons why i LOVE murs

That was heart-breaking, tragic and beautiful; like many a tale told about star-crossed lovers, so eloquenly. But also something that doesn't have to be so. There in lies the tragedy.

so much more emotional than same love and that grammy stunt. the ending is so intense.

How am I just discovering this song/video?

I really appreciate murs for making this song. And the video just makes it more gripping.

real hip hop with meanings and concept. always loved murs

Much Respect!

no man i'm not crying, i just got some dust in my eyes!

i still listen to the murs and 9th wonder album. murray's revenge was a classic by murs

Wow this brought me to tears

Such a moving film. Love this!

Fuck what you are, gay or straight, black or white or yellow or brown, atheist or not, if you're good to me, I'll be good to you!!!

wow this song is so powerful i love it, it made me cry.

I confess that, as someone who doesn't usually listen to rap, Macklemore was initially easier to get into, but man this song is amazing.

DOPE SHIT

Of course it's getting old. You've been holding back these emotions for the same sex for too long. It's time to just be loud and proud. This is the first step to telling the world you're gay. You're a gay black man who is confused and lost. We've found you.

This is a really good song I was surprised it wasn’t a rick roll I saw a link in a video comment section and clicked it I love this song

I love this song. It's great. Great song, great message. We appreciate the support, Murs.

This is a really good plot and story line:)

Dope beat, tight flow, and a sick message. Murs knows how to tell a story man, vid may make some uncomfortable but there's no denying murs is the m.f.ing sht.

aww...this is soo sad i had to cry, this song and video are so damn awesome, and i love the message ! RESPECT. i just gotta respect you for this !!

shout out to Murs for always making good music.

It's fucked up that he killed that innocent boy! WTF! D:

Damn...I will never look at my Animal Style fries the same way ever again.

I've always been really fond of Murs' delivery. His storytelling is seamless, here.

respect!!!!..tune..and true story of our times .. thank u

HATE KILLS!

That shit is tight, i listen to that like 20 fucking times. Good Looks dawg, I'm also a rapper too.

Wow! So powerful! I can't wait to see in live!

Thank you for this song Murs. Hip hop needs more artists like you.

Wow. That's powerful shit. I was just surfing through some music and found this. Two thumbs up man.

I hope DMX won't see this.

coming from a straight male (& lyricist), I see this video/song a milestone in hip-hop, free speech, and social culture in general. this is what we call "Keeping it Real". Murs is the man.

I was blown away... murs all shaved "That's MURS I see his beard from here!" Proud that I've listened to him for almost 8 years... whoa... now I feel old.

Of course he drives a Prius

It’s pitiful how people are hating on Murs for “kissing” a man

Woah!! This song is just amazing... What a way to get a message out... so powerful and raw...

simple. beautiful. powerful.

Damn this video n story dope way better then same love. Ppl should take that credit back from maklemore

It's sad to think that this is a reality for some, gay pride!

I absolutely loved it!

wow.... this is why i love murs storytelling skills... i actually felt my body tensed up as the story was being told.. music is so powerful thats why we have to be careful of what we absorb... and WHOM we allow to feed us... this video and its message will stick with me

Better then Macklemores song. By farrrrrrrrr

Gayest song I've ever heard

i get chills every time i listen to this. beautiful.

Thank you for this AMAZING video and your support. I'm going to have to listen to more of your songs because you just got yourself a new fan.

clearly 428 god fearing homophobes watched this.

Smfh yuck

I respect everyone that can look at this with an open mind. Regardless of your views, you have to admit that this is a great work of art.

This made me cry

Amazing, Ive always admired Murs work but this is another level

Mad props to Murs, he is definitely a revolutionary and visionary. I love HIP-HOP and to see these type of real life stories being told is legit. Much Respect to this brave brother.

I'm glad rap is finally starting to talk about this. We've spent too many years being treated like a bad joke you don't tell in decent company.

Murs is still making good songs, dam. Cant believe I hadn't heard this one yet.

Beautiful Song.

my respect for murs just went through the roof - mad props for him going where basically no other rappers have gone before. this is the only way change will happen, is people like murs having the balls to speak out

This song and Macklemore's 'Same love' are my new favourite songs!

Murs, most respect to you man, definitely an issue most rappers are either afraid to discuss, or an issue they choose to enhance to keep their street cred.

I Love this video.

thank you for the feels trip. I'm crying man

great video, great message, great song... amazing.

I agree! This video had me in tears!

Amazing video. Powerful message. Reminds me of a few struggles I went through when coming out. Nearly in tears by the end of this video

Murs, you killed it on this one. Great job standing up for human rights.

This deserves so many more views

I tear up every time I watch this video. I'm SO proud that Murs had the courage to make it!

WOW. Murs was on point spitting some "same love" truth even before same love came out; cheers man, glad i discovered your art

this is such a good song..this message is soooo powerful

SOME SAY STRONG. SOME SAY BRAVE. I SAY BRILLIANT. Just exactly how one makes a REAL STATEMENT: ONE MAKES THE STATEMENT! Thank you, King, for being bold enough to LITERALLY put yourself into the shoes of others.

Sometime the truth isn't always pretty. Sometimes there isn't a happy ending. Just remember this is art. You may view it one way, and someone else another.

Fucking loved that album

this is amazing!

wow eye opening great job on getting the point across

This was an excellent video with a powerful message!!!

This just brought tears to my eyes....thank you. Thank you so much for doing this.

this song is amazing ...Murs touched on the soul.Thanks Murs this needs to be played on the radio...its a much needed song.

this was a really great thing you did Murs.. Much respect !!

wow, this gave me goosebumps.

Oh My Gosh.... My partner and I just watched this.... we're kinda stunned. Very powerful and very strong.... WOW

Wow, being able to relate to this video 100% is what makes it so real.

My dad sent me to watch this video. It is very eye opening and should be what is in our music: A message. Thank you Murs for putting out a message in our music. I am now a fan

This is amazing! Music for a changing generation!