Maika Maile - My story // mtvU "Half Of Us" campaign

[CherylLuvsYou2]

People never realize what some people go through. Maika it is amazing that you were able to channel everything into music. And its amazing that you are keeping the faith, not only for yourself but for your family.

Keep real and stay strong Maika. And remember the TFT Family are always behind you. xx

[mattzzz555]

who would dare dislike this?!?!

[dragon26463]

Sometimes I feel like if I died no one would care but watching how he goes through everyday knowing what happened to his father and sister makes you wonder what makes you feel that way and how can you change that

[gacktsgirlalwayz1]

you are one of mybiggest inspirstions and i have nothing but pure respect for you

[SophiarJack]

You inspire me xxx love u xxx stay strong -3

[claireaileen]

My grandfather committed suicide when I was two and this put tears in my eyes. This means so much. You are so strong, and such an inspiration. Thank you.

[iLuvThereForTomorrow]

is that the reason for deathbed?

[jinjino1]

maika were all rooting 4 u

[cponfantage12]

aww im so sorry maika :( your amazing and inspirational and very strong.

[mcbrien94]

i know the feeling lost my dad of suicide four years ago then my mom four years and a week to his death day. ive lost two friends since then. i hate the feeling but still keep going. many have asked how are you here or how do you do it? the answer is the will to fight. i have my days but i know others do too and if i can help someone deal with something its helping me grow. thanks for the insperation means a lot to see someone in my shoes perservier and become something great

[daniellealltimelow1]

i watch this everyday, you are so strong maika. <3 you inspire me everyday.

[luminescentangel]

ahh, I teared up while watching this. I've met him several times over the past years and he always has this huge smile on his face and is such a nice person! I didn't know about this, but wow, he is a strong person, and I love the music him and tft writes...its really inspiring.

[victoriaisntsosecret]

You look so much like your dad...if that's appropriate to say. I hope it was. Hi!

[Dovilex1]

I watched this 10 times and im lost.....How did his sister pass away? :(

[IAmOnlyMe15]

@Dovilex1 Car accident I believe he said.

[indigopolarbear]

Suicide is a tough thing to go through; but the fact that so soon, you found the courage to move on, is inspiring. Your music is on a whole other level from everything else I listen to, it has meaning. And that's why it's helped me through so much; so thank you, thank you very much for your work and strength. You are a true artist.

[GuroLovesLiverpoolFC]

I don't know how I even would handle something like that.. It breaks my heart that Maika had to go trough is, even though he has made it. Very hard to listen to. He is such a big inspiration, and I have a lot of respect for him. I love that man!

[theaterbabe1]

"You can change on a daily basis by just simply creating something you love." Wow, what an inspiration! I love him, and his band. Stay strong always, Maika. You are truly a great and loving person!

[jonasbrth]

This is probably the 100th time I'm watching this video - can't explain why. It's definitely not because of my feelings to Maika, well not only because of it. It's TFT.

True fans will understand me.

[razzyberryful]

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[jujuishawesome]

Maika my heart goes out to you. You are such a strong and rational person, I don't know if I could have survived all that tragedy! I could barely even listen to you tell this story without crying! I am so glad that you were able to take all this pain and turn it into such beatiful music, i looveee you!!

[peachypal27]

You truly are an amazing person! <3

[TheProjectMJ]

<3 *o*

[punkr0ck3r2011]

Awwwww <33333 I wanna give you a big hug and say that you inspired a lot of people and one of those people you inspire is me. Your creatively is what make's you unique. Keep Going Strong Maika Maile

[Voldemazing]

You have so much strength. You are an inspiration. Maika, your strong character never ceases to amaze me. <3

[Maarrgghk]

I have so much respect for you, not just for rising above all the horrible events of your past, but for coming out and publicly recounting them to help people through their lives. You are a fantastic musician, and a very good man. The world needs more role models like you.

[SuGaRnCoFFee]

this is my second time watching this and im crying harder than last time cuz i know if maika had the strength within him to carry on and go for his dream then i should be able to also i'm at a turning point in my life right now and i really just escaped to music sometimes

[CrimsonAzureRose]

That must've taken a lot, for him to share his story with us. I never realized that he had such a dark past. He always seems like such a happy person. It shows that he has the strength to stand tall and he has my respect for that.

...P.S: TFT for life! XD

[TheZebrianna2]

omg i see him in a completely different light now.

i'm so glad he shared his story with us.

[MjjMusicGroup]

i just love u!! keep grinding!! inspiratioin!!



[siqq1204]

Real Talk

[A0L9Y1G7]

This Is So Sad:( Maika Is My Inspiration

[dreamslikeoceans]

Wow. I don't know what I would've done if this happened to me, and the fact that Maika is such an amazing person after all of that is incredible.

[laparyork]

:'( OMG this is sooo sad

[OldManRoRo]

wow.

maika your my inspiration.

that just made me cry and seeing you just telling the story not crying is amazing.

your such a strong person.

your my role model <3

[PianoParadigm]

This has completely changed my life. :(

[BroNAHAShere]

I commend Maika soo much for opening up to everyone. It just goes to show that no matter how perfect someone's life seems to be , it is not all we see. I feel as though everyone should take the time to open their eyes and hearts to others. We never know what other people are going through or have been through so it's up to us to help change their future. Start with a smile ;)

[FurecuteeW]

Maika, im so sorry about your sister. I have a lot of respect for you, just know that you do have my respect. I just wanna hug you right now. :(<3

[SinisterJgarcia]

It feels good to know I'm not alone in this sea of darkness. You are a strong individual Maika, I hope live a long,prosperous and happy life.

[mizzchocolate94]

i cried while watching this and still am....your super awesome Mailka....i had a huge amount of respect towards you but now that respect is even more then b4!!! =']'''

[NAYAABx]

i've always had a lot of respect for him and the rest of the band.

but this made me respect him even more.

my heart goes out to him.

x

[AngelStuff3]

Maika's a extremely strong person----it makes me want to cry!

He's been through so much!

[AndyHurleysChicklet7]

i've been listening to TFT for a little over a year now and I had no clue about this part of Maika's life. i have a whole new perspective on him and the band and i have an even greater respect for them.

you guys will always be in my prayers<3 all the best to you to keep moving on and becoming a success.

[AmberSarmad]

If I was there, I would give him the biggest hug, ever.

[ciera2302]

I admire you so much to know that you went through that, i can't imagine going through something like that so young. To know how strong you are & to share this story with us makes me love you even more. You are really an amazing person

[bayanwearsprada]

you're truly an aspiring person Maika. For someone like you to go through all that and stay as strong as you is a true inspriation. This made me REALLY realize how talented and gifted you are through your music, and you're just amazing inside and out. <3

[benficacraze]

Dude, for you to be strong enough to go through a life like this and find a way out....Maika, your my hero

[vailiki55]

MAILE FAMILI 4 LIFE BRO. R.I.P. Uncle Kiti and Sis Ana. Til we meet again, OFA LAHI ATU.

[icebaby8888]

This really, really moved me. As i watched this I swear I cried. Maike, you're such a strong and amazing person <3 you have an AMAZING voice and you're really, really inspirational. Rock on(:

p.s. Saw you last nigthtt thanks for meeting us! untainted wisdom haha <3

[camarofan101]

Tongan Priddeee(:

[KirstyandNatalie]

Wow Maika you are a strong and truly amazing person, your music is beautiful and I cannot wait till 5th November to see you and the lads in concert. Big hugs ♥

[monrose7]

now i understand your songs i've always asked what they're about...now i know and i'm so sorry for you :(

[christinaaboss]

There are few musicians whom I perceive as true Artists. Maika Maile, in actuality being one of them. Your nature is extraordinary to say the very least. Respect, admiration, inspiration.

[kkg254]

There for tommrow r awsome :)

[tftforever]

Your one my inspirations for playing music:)

[v7onminez]

Much RESPECT to you Maika!...'ofa atu bro and keep doin your thang!!...1Love!!

[ZaVaLaLuPe94]

god he is such a strong person to be able to go through this and do what he does i love maika and i admire this man:)

[jonasbrth]

I just wonder why should people go through that kind of stuff to start creating such wonderful things...

[andysixxlover2197]

i freakin love maika he's such a down to earth person.i feel like i can relate to him.i have had tons of ppl that were close to me die and it is hard....he's an amazing person for not turning on the world.....ppl like him just help me go day by day with more hope than i have ever had.now i finally havesomeone that i can really look up to....thanks maika....ALOT.ur the best.their music helps alot too...

[Torforshore]

I'm so glad you came out with this, Maika. It's so inspiring to hear what you overcame as a kid, and it will definitely help someone out there. Your story is so touching, I'm so glad I could be a fan of a band who really has a purpose and passion for creation and music.

I knew that you had a tough past, but didn't know the full story. Thank you for all that you do, I'm proud to call you an inspiration of mine.

[Fancyface2284]

This touched my heart so much!!! I had tears in my eyes..

[SuGaRnCoFFee]

wow i didn't know that this happened to you i think thats why my eyes won't stop leaking right now  I just feel so empowered by your story and to think i might get to listen to you guys in two days in minnesota just makes it really surreal You are really strong maika and it motivates me to be strong too thank you

[afizzle15]

two passionate angels watching everything you do cuzzo. Rest in Paradise, Ana and Uncle Kiti. <3 ofa lahi atu.

[maaaarta88]

you are so strong! peace and love forever <3

[juliennefortomorrow]

you are such a strong person Maika. I've read bout this in an interview but I never thought it was this tragic. All I can say is just wow. How were you able to cope with all those things at a very young age? You got to have a lot of courage to do that. Basically I don't think I could. I really respect you for that and I almost cried while watching this.

[vivalagloria1993]

I swear i cried when i watched this.

I know how it feels like to lose someone important in your life.

I've experienced before...

[WrongWayToHide]

I already knew that you had been through really difficult times and that your sister and your father had passed away. Hearing the story in its entirity, however, just made me respect you that whole bit more. Maika, you are such a strong person and I'm glad that music serves as an outlet for your emotional burdens, stresses etc. I Can't Decide was the first song that had ever made me cry because I could feel everything that you were going through. Keep strong!

[JaniseForTomorrow]

Watching this really touches my heart. Knowing that you've been through so much shows me personally that you deserve everything good in life. You have an amazing Mother, Father & amazing siblings. You are a strong, intelligent man and it shows how much of a real man you are knowing that you have to go through this everyday. Your creativity inspires all of us every single day of our lives. You're an amazing man, Maika. You know your fans will always be by your side no matter what.

[JaniseForTomorrow]

Watching this really touches my heart. Knowing that you've been through so much shows me personally that you deserve everything good in life. You have an amazing Mother, Father & amazing siblings. You are a strong, intelligent man and it shows how much of a real man you are knowing that you have to go through this everyday. Your creativity inspires all of us every single day of our lives. Especially me. You're an amazing man, Maika. You know your fans will always be by your side no matter what.

[nanita2080]

I really love that you did this. Its a good way of helping other people, by telling about what you have been through, especially because you have a big following of kids that need someone to look up to. :)

[frankieroxhero]

I've lost friends from suicide to car accidents to being involved with the wrong people and i know that during those times I just had this input of blaming myself. And it was because I felt that if I had said or done something to change that one decision, they would still be alive. And for the longest time I bottled all of those emotions up and I never spoke to anyone about it. So, like you, I turned to creativity and just started pouring everything out on lyrics. It helped so much.

[Lizabawa]

Your music and life inspires me, and that's why I love tft! :)

[flyinglemoncentral]

this just gives me another reason to look up to you. you're really strong to have gotten through all of this, and now you can inspire others with your story.

we love you, maika. <3

[JustThatKindOfGirl95]

Maika, you are a very strong person. It must have been hell to go through this when you were young, and it must be hell to talk about it now. I've recently learned some things about my family that aren't the greatest and I know that talking about these things can feel like your hearts being ripped from your chest. I admire you, not just for talking about the difficult times that have happened in your life, but for showing people that there is a way to get through this. Thank you so much.

[xGlassChild]

I never even knew.

God, I'm so sorry.

You're probably the greatest example of "things will get better."

[KicKi2007]

I admire you deeply, Maika.

[serena742]

maika, you are truly inspiring. i have so much respect for you. keep on creating what you love.

[flattsgrl31]

I honestly don't know what to say. Obviously you are strong. It's not fair that you went through all that. I have a whole new level of respect for you because you did this.

[EffArrEeeWhyAyy]

wow, i was bawling most of the way through this. i honestly cannot even relate to any of what you've been through, it makes me feel so silly for being so self involved in my minuscule problems.

i didn't think it was possible, but i think i admire you even more now. you are unbelievably strong, i mean to talk about something so personal is amazing in itself! i just hope i meet you one day, i just want to give you a huge hug and say thank you for being a strong and fantastic role model <3

[egkeith]

You are such a strong person, and such an inspiration! I litterally almost cried from watching this! You have grown from this and your stronger! Your songs have gotten me through my darkest moments, it means alot that your willing to share! Thank you Maika, your truly an amazing person and please never forget that!! <3

[MRSDAVID1]

@egkeith you're right .. his songs talk about me in someway <3

[thegreendaychik]

I knew about your sister's passing but didn't know about your father's. "Left All Alone" relates to this doesn't it? It's amazing how much you've grown and learned from it. You are such an inspiration Maika thank you for staying strong and becoming who you are.

[Thingimibob1]

I actually just want to give him a hug.

[starrgirl94]

You are such an inspiration, showing that in the face of adversity, it is never to hard to keep going. I admire you greatly for speaking about this, it must be hard for you to talk about such a difficult and personal matter. TFT forever.

[luvmiley95]

oh my god! that poor man! :'(

[Christian6898]

This really got to me, Maika just know that you have many young teens out there who see you as a role model. I am one of them.

[AlutkaMCR77]

I don't know, maybe it's just me, but I just knew that something like that had to happen to you, right after I heard "Stories".

I just conected this with that song.

However, things that happend to you didn't kill you - they make you stronger with every scar they leave on your heart. And you give that power to other by latest album. If I'll not listen to you, your band... I don't know if I will survive after I was informed that my mother is nearly dieing for a disease almost unknown to medicine.

[starrgirl94]

@AlutkaMCR77 I completely agree with everything you've just said. Good luck to you, and best wishes to your mother.

[SciFiChronicles]

great video. it shows that you're not an icon of rock, you're an human being with real feelings.

[crazyaboutyou58]

I'm very disappointed about TFT fans. It is strange, that TFT has a big swarm of fans and there is just several ppl who knew Maika's story. You don't need to bee a clairvoyant to understand that FTF lyrics have a deep meaning (patently a tight connection to real experiences).

I discoverd TFT just at the end of September but I know more than the majority of you - "LOYAL" fans... I can't believe that ThereForTomorrow fans are so skin deep...!!!

[SciFiChronicles]

@crazyaboutyou58 you idiot! i was sain' that there's more than what the eye sees. i'm not a shallow person and i don't like when people call me that.I know that the TFT lyrics have meaning, i only hear music with meaning.i don't listen lady gaga or other crap like that. And yes, I don't know everything about them, but if you have websites, interviews or other stuff like that i'd be glad if you sad something, because i like to know more stuff about the members of There For Tomorrow.

[madzja90]

I can't even imagine going through something like that. Loosing any of my sisters would be the worst thing that could ever happen to me. I don't think I could handle it.