Before Hope Fails ( Original )

[denden8888]

Maybe I've been awake for too long and my sleep deprivation isnt interfering with my ability to appreciate this song.... But... I listened to the song, watched the video, and them read everyone's comments. My next reaction and thought was......did these people watch the same video I just watched? Because the one I watched is nothing like these comments. This is retarded ass song and lame ass video. I thought at first, that maybe this was a SNL skit video? Sadly, it isn't. This is a real s

[RockWithJon]

Brillaint Song, Top qualtiy song with a top quality video, I thought I would comment because I keep coming back to this song and listening to it, its quite catchy.

[Cameragirl803]

Needed to hear this today...a sad weekend ...

RIP Jesse:( Wish he could have heard this....

[MikeHelmsMusic]

Sorry Lady' For your heart, and the loss..

Wish you some healing, O'

;')

[VirgilGuitar]

Wow Mike - this is awesome bro - fantastic song and great video/message. Superb stuff!

[onewomanandsomesongs]

Hey, Mike....Chits here from the TAXI forum.....didn't know you have your own You Tube site.....some great music here....this song is fantastic! :)

I got company this week, but I'll be stopping by more in the future to listen to your tunes.

[wldmtncatseyes]

POWERFUL!!! Totally awesome.

[bulbheadmyass]

Beautiful song, Mike, and very touching rendition of it. The video itself is very powerful.

[Unklekhuknuttz]

dude u sound almost like Neil Young

[MikeHelmsMusic]

Well COOL' I'd heard I sound like THE BOSS' and some others but this is my first Niel reference' thanks for the line'

Peace'

;')

[BenEzraSoundProject]

Wow, what a powerful song. Really dig your voice as well, you can feel the emotion you're putting behind it.

[MikeHelmsMusic]

Thank you Sir' appretiate your lettin me know'

and I try to do that with alot of the slower sentimental stuff I do' glad you could feel it'

Peace to ya's

Michael;')

[lanemergess]

I'm in tears man, Holy Killer Vid', and beautiful song. The most powerful 'combination that I've seen on YouTube. I lost a friend just months ago, DJ Rock Dee, and he left us by choice. Hope should NEVER fail. EVER! Thank you Mike, I'm without any more words.  apb

[MikeHelmsMusic]

Thank you Aaron' .. sorry for your friend' my cousin made the same choice' and we can only wish we knew what they was thinkin so we could help'.. as a vid it may be to strong' but we thought to keep it as real as we know too' Peace' to ya Man' Be happy this season'

and remember your loved ones with joy in your Heart'

Michael;')

[wizardeal]

Had to blast this killer tune to put my mind right for the task at hand bro, thanks for this, I mean that.

[luciouslyraw]

thanks so very much for bringing this one over. it is one awesome song.

not only did you help out but you hold a special spot.

100 videos.

thank you.

[unworthyonline]

my bro, l4l

[Isodig]

Very powerful song and video bro. It really hit me hard. Fantastic job.

[MikeHelmsMusic]

Thanks Brother' glad to know I could touch ya'

big feller like ya are' course ya got a goldy heart so I can see that' Peace;')lfl

[everreadyyy]

Class.Absolutely fantastic.Ed

[MikeHelmsMusic]

Hey Ed' thanks for comment Man' seems I missed ya's with this busy week' aint often the word class and I go together' but I'll take it when I can gets it' ;p lol Peace;')

[TinyApe]

great work...very pro!...apeman was here & much enjoyed for the second time...peace out 5*

[MikeHelmsMusic]

lolo ;p... thought I seen them prints before'

thanks' ;) Stay Swingin'!! ;')

[RLSguitar]

Beautiful song brother. Great message too. You sure do have soul bro. God bless.-

[MikeHelmsMusic]

Thanks Rob' Thats an awesome thing to say man'! appretiate that ya feel that way... blessin's back yer way' Peace'

MichaelLK;')lfl

[shawnmcnair1]

Hell has such fury. A loud human voice like yours can hold it at bay. Awesome tune man.

[MikeHelmsMusic]

Thanks very much Shawn'... gimme a megaphone man.. :") cool on the awesome'!!! Peace;')

[shawnmcnair1]

Rock on!!!!!!

[wizardeal]

a very moving video experience, thanks Mike!

[MikeHelmsMusic]

Thannk you Sir' appretiate ya tellin me so'

Peace;')

[wizardeal]

you're welcome man, this is really great stuff, I don't mind tellin ya again how much I appreciate this kind of thing, I lost my little brother last september, heroin and cocaine, just like John Belushi

[MikeHelmsMusic]

Sorry to hear that'.. a sad repetative tale unfortunately.. it is amazeing how low getting high can take some.. it is often a state of mind that is the true affliction' most of which thru shareing and love there is a cure' Peace to ya's and for your Brothers soul'

Michael'

[wizardeal]

Thats for sure, peace and love bro

[DMARKETTE]

LOVE THIS... I have to video post on this

[MikeHelmsMusic]

Hey thanks for droppin the line on me' and the postin' Peace to ya's ;')

[unworthyonline]

Consider yourself part of the chain of love brother, people come to my music for hope and comfort and i in turn come to yours, low4life

[MikeHelmsMusic]

That has to be without a doubt the best commment anyone ever has made to me about my music... I cant exspress the pride I feel' knowing you feel that way... Thank You''! My Friend.'! Peace to you'

Michael;')lfl

[wizardeal]

thats awesome

[p0nette]

such a touching song... really deep... and wonderful work on the video! 5* and a "wow"!

[MikeHelmsMusic]

Thank you very much' appretiate ya droppin the line.. and the nice "wow: ;) ;p Peace;')

[MikeHelmsMusic]

Stayin busy Sweet's.. got somethin in the works I'll be hittin ya's up about in a little while' see how it all go's down.. then how ya feel about it ehh... just so ya know' it fells good to have ya checkin' ;p ;')

[DorySmooch]

HI sweetie...This video is very moving..very nice job sweetie Love Dory

[MikeHelmsMusic]

Big Hug ' O ' and a Muah fer ya sweetheart'

see ya's at the Smoochknob show soon ehhh' ;p ;) ;')

[babsrules]

Wow! That was powerful. Very well done. It affected me on many levels. Great song, great acting. Dave, I'm so proud of you!!! I miss you! xoxo, anna

[MikeHelmsMusic]

Hey Babs' yeah Dave did a great job didn't he'

Cool that he'll be back in town soon' thanks for the line and the sub.. Peace;')

[babsrules]

Yes, but did you know he isn't going to stay? I was sad to hear that. I checked out some of your other videos/music on here & was moved (personally) and impressed (as a musician/writer). I would like to get on your mailing list to find out about your upcoming shows. Also, if you are ever looking to collaborate with others in the future (video, music, etc) feel free to keep me in mind. Dave will be in town for just a week. Maybe we will all meet up then...

[effects69]

oh man! that was sooooooooooooooooo good!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!­!!!!!

The song the video everything! they all compliment each other perfect. And what a great ending :D bravo to all involed on this one! 5 stars really aint enough! Wish I could share it. but bloody youtube wont let me anymore since the update they did :/ Again this is totaly fantastic! Sorry it;s taken me so long but I have thousands of vids to go through that people have sent me :S

FX^

[MikeHelmsMusic]

lol Thanks B' I had no idea they changed the sharin thing' seems everyone else has no problem ..lol sure you'll figure it out... thanks ya lowlife for all the nice stuff ya said man' feels good for all the phases to have meshed ... I'll pass it on' and check ya laters .. stay low LK;')lfl

[Gordieiati]

Really great song Mike!! R I P Chris!!

[MikeHelmsMusic]

Hey Gordon' thanks you.. and thanks for Chris too' Peace;')

[dArLeNewk]

ooooooh WOW!! touched me deeply I could fill my self standing next to him,not to stop him from jumping but to hold his hand and ****jumping with him!!

[MikeHelmsMusic]

well I hope you listen to what I tried to say'

and talk to someone before you really consider that course of action' have heart' be brave' find Peace inside' Michael;')

[coolanddark]

man oh man Mike!!what a powerful song about difficult subject matter.excellent video work as well.superbulous!

[MikeHelmsMusic]

HeY Dan' thanks for comein by bud' My hope is the vid has the same power as the subject matter.. least that's what ya strive for in these undertakeings...appretiate the great comment' Peace to ya's Man ;')

[ParadiseEarth1]

WOW Awesome! Double Fav! :^) Heavy subject but nice happy ending... terrific actors and edited like a pro and all this as MikeHelmsMusic tells the story in a top-notch original***** :^)

[MikeHelmsMusic]

It's been gettin some different reactions' to close to real for some... espiecaly those who have lost someone... but I would'nt know any other way to say this... or show the story' Peace Emmanual' thanks for the love Man'

Michael;')

[RickyShades]

Awesome emotion provoking lyrics and production man. Hits a nerve of memory with me.

*****! Peave & Love LIfe!

[MikeHelmsMusic]

Love Life' right on words Man'!thats the hard part fer some... Thanks for takein a look around Ricky' appretiate the comment.. Peace;')

[Vyn2007]

damnnnn cool song - 5 stars!!! very well done - greetz:)

[MikeHelmsMusic]

Hey appretiate that..thanks fer the droppin the line' and fer the sub' Peace to ya's ;')

[TomMeirose]

This is a very moving peice, Mike, Both the vid and lyrically. Your work just keeps getting better and more profound at every turn, my friend. *****

[MikeHelmsMusic]

Thanks Tom for the kind words Man' I keep striven' may not allways be profound' but may get there by shear chance once in a while ;p'

Peace Tom' ;')

[wizardeal]

This is awesome, the lyrics are great, Dee (midnightsongstress7) sent me your channel, I thank her :o)

[MikeHelmsMusic]

hey' thanks for the very cool comment' I'll get over to Dee's to thank her too' Peace;')

[denniskevans]

Mike, I came back for a 2nd helping of real life, real powerful emotion, with a real powerful, lyical, soundtrack. I am humbled. This time, LeopardJoy sent me. Thank you both. The only time I will watch things sent to me more than once, is when the video is very good.... so, if it means anything to you.... you have recieved 10********** from me. Much Peace. - Dennis

[MikeHelmsMusic]

Lol' Now I got my own galactic universe;) .. It means alot Dennis' I'm honored that you felt enough to leave another post' a tip on the hat to you Sir' Most Appretiated'! Peace'

Michael

[KrisShred]

Wow, what a great sound and production! 5 stars! Rockz0rz!

[MikeHelmsMusic]

Hey Kris hows it hangin bud' glad ya came by' thanks for leavein a mark.. appretiate that..

cool that ya like the piece man'... Peace Man'

Michael;')

[Jyritegelane]

It was amazing! Really!

JYRI

[MikeHelmsMusic]

Jyri' Mr Silk vox himself'!? ... dang' now I know I did good.. Thank you Sir' for lettin me know this' Peace'

Michael;')

[chuckadile]

powerful stuff. great job.

[MikeHelmsMusic]

Hey Chuck' thanks for the line and the listen bud' appretiate that man' Peace;')

[ajdpadbury]

Another day, another listen, just great!:)

[MikeHelmsMusic]

Lol.. cool Anthony' ya's can come by tommory too' ;) ;p ;')

[denniskevans]

Thank you. Ethan2Rock sent me. WOW !!! 5*****

[MikeHelmsMusic]

Thanks for the comment and the gems Dennis'

I'll be thankin the young man myself' Peace;')

[DanielBonaireMusic]

Mike..sorry I'm a few days late...

GREAT SONG...and Video.

Emotional and powerful message here...so sorry for your loss!

Like your vocal style..Great Lyrics!!!

all my best to you...daniel

[MikeHelmsMusic]

Hey Daniel' just glad you came by man'

thank you for the sentiment' I miss the young man he was becomeing' he was certain to be an awesome person for this world. and the sorrow is for all' when we lose any light' Peace;')

[suuzzee5]

And thanks to dogfacedgremlin for sending me over... I forgot to tell you who sent the viddy my way. :)

[MikeHelmsMusic]

I'll be givin the Dawg' some love fer sure's

;')

[suuzzee5]

OMG...this song is astounding! So sensitive and evocative and inspirational... you've made something very beautiful here and I'm sure it will reach some people who need to hear this message. Peace, love and light always to you! Suze

[MikeHelmsMusic]

Hey Suze' thanks for the awesome comment' I would say if it does reach someone.. then it would be more than worth our efforts.. Peace to Ya's... Michael;')

[dawgfacedgremlin]

mp3 me ;) l4l

[MikeHelmsMusic]

Yo Brother' no prob I send ya my address'

Peace;')lfl

[dawgfacedgremlin]

Look'n back on yesterday i'll have to say that this video got me off my ass and back into my studio, thanks bro;)

[MikeHelmsMusic]

Ahhh cool' then I've put my good foot forward'

;) ;p ;')

[elisageannette]

This is such a f---ing an intense song. Does anyone ever really see our pain! We need more songs out there like this for the lost souls!Before it's to late...

[MikeHelmsMusic]

Thanks Elisa... but in truth... yes' the severety of the pain is know and felt... but each person feels it so personal' that we think others would not understand.. and we've been programed to not show weekness or fear.. or someone else's perceptions of us hold too much sway in our ability to communicate truthfully' the severeity of the emotion.. saying'' you have no Idea how I feel...

when.. most can... or at least some do' Peace;')

[fingercheese]

Right on Mike....awesome song and video man.....Definately all the stars and best wishes on your future projects....*****

[MikeHelmsMusic]

Thanks Robert' for the Heart felt wishes'

I know what ya put into yer words.. most appretiated.. Peace;')

[Ericskreemer]

awesome song!!..total killer viddie \m/\m/ *****

[MikeHelmsMusic]

Hi Eric' very cool that ya let me know'

Thanks Man' Peace;')

[Ericskreemer]

not a prob bro!! :O)

[PatongTed]

Powerful Song and Video Mike!! 5 Stars! WOW! What a message this song conveys! Peace Bro!~Ted

[MikeHelmsMusic]

Hey Ted' thanks for takein a look and leavein a line bud' glad to WOW'! ya's too ;);p'''

Peace my friend;')

[StackeyB2]

this is great. You have such a talent . wow

great song. Really good video. really hits hard. very emotional

[MikeHelmsMusic]

Thanks Man for the cool comment' appretiate ya droppin the line on me.. Peace to ya's ;')

[Cameragirl803]

Popped back in to put ya in the top 10 list:)

Really great one Mike! *****agn

[MikeHelmsMusic]

Hey Beech Girl' allway's good loveins wit'cha Jane.. ;p ... cool that I made the list agin'

Big Hug' O and a Muah' X

Michael;')

[rdssings]

wow------------

[MikeHelmsMusic]

Thanks fer the line Rod' Peace;')

[tommiji]

Powerful song, urgent message. Fine production. Sorry for your loss, man. :-(

[MikeHelmsMusic]

Hey Tom'... it's been awhile so there's been some healing... the production had some of it's influence from him though' I felt it...

Peace;')

[dmio2]

Awesome stuff. Cool song & great performance. A real service. It seems our competetive culture can breed a lot of hopelessness.

[MikeHelmsMusic]

Your righ ther Dan... most of us just racein around no idea there's a prob.. kinda makes ya wonder who's not communicatein' thanks for the line Man' Peace;')

[Rhonda9]

Very powerful and emotional. Joy sent me. Great vid.

[MikeHelmsMusic]

Thank you Rhonda.. appretiate the line.. I'll be givein Joy somethin speacial soon ;) I wished ;p lol... Peace;')

[littlebitmore2]

Sorry Mike, Having trouble with comments not showing up lately. This song and video is awesome. It needs to televised, like for a help line. I would definitely look into this idea if I were you.

5*s and fav'd

Di

[MikeHelmsMusic]

Hey Di' wow cool Idea... I'll have to look into that...we'd have to see on the tv' it is 1080i hd on the original.. ;) thanks for the excellent comment' and the fav'in... Peace;')

[1000dollarcar]

...powerful and moving...awesome job!

[MikeHelmsMusic]

Hey Mike' thanks for the line bud...

Peace to ya's and yer Lady ;')

[elviradark6]

very powerful song, and vid! 5*****

[willythewave]

Thank you Danny Knapp, this left me in tears. I really relate man.

[MikeHelmsMusic]

Danny's a great guy fer sure' thanks again for the great comment's 'Peace;')

[acerb45666555]

5*****

[MikeHelmsMusic]

hey thanks fer the gems'

[willythewave]

L4L!

[MikeHelmsMusic]

lol' cool Willy' I got my sign too' LK;')lfl

[willythewave]

MikeHelmsMusic this is a fantastic song with a touching and personal message. I`ve been pretty down before myself. God bless you bro! And God bless dawgfacedgremlin for sending it to me.

[MikeHelmsMusic]

Hey Willy thanks for the great comment man'

warms the heart ya feel that way...appretiate the blessin's.. back at'cha..

and I'll be thankin my lowlife brother too'

Peace;')

[Guitarwannabee]

Speechless

[MikeHelmsMusic]

thanks for the line Man' ;')

[dawgfacedgremlin]

yep, that about covers it

love ya bro, low4life

[MikeHelmsMusic]

I was thinkin bout ya shortly before I got yer message.. wonder'd what ya would think'

thanks for the love Brother' Peace;')lfl

[dawgfacedgremlin]

yep, as soon as i can get it to link up to my bulletin im gonna shoot one out, wild how things work bro you caught me at that place and time with this one ya know, gotta love the higher power

[MikeHelmsMusic]

someone else does the directin really... could'an tell ya how many' happy accidents' occured durein the makein.. I just say thanks and appretiate the Angels' and when I hear God knows' I just say' yep! too' ;') so dont be goin nowhere.. I'll listen brother' Peace;')

[LaiYouttitham]

This is fantastic good song with pretty cool voice love the vid too

[MikeHelmsMusic]

Hey Lai' thanks for checkin it out bud' ya can give me some shit too ya know ;p ;) lol..

Peace to ya Man'

;')

[dannyknapp]

just back for another listen and view. powerful stuff. Hope the vid response is cool.

[MikeHelmsMusic]

Very cool Danny actually' dont know if ya was workin on it before.. but well done it was'.. thanks for comein back... and leavein some tracks ;) ;P 'Peace;')

[dannyknapp]

yah, it's a vid I posted a coupla weeks ago. funny to think I was prolly penciling that tune while you was mastering this vid. If this doesn't get featured youtube is broken.

[MikeHelmsMusic]

wow bud thanks for that' yeah ya hope'! ;p

cool the coincedence... Peace Man' ;')

[Eddie629]

Wow !! Mike !! that was fantastic bro !!Really amazing production !! Actors and everything ! Great song !! What a treat to watch and listen too ! Superb in everyway bro !!Thanks for sending..I totally missed this one !Excellent !!*****

[MikeHelmsMusic]

Thanks Ed fer takein a look...

Appretiate yer givein me yer time..

and fer sharein what'cha you have of others'

very cool that ya liked it' thanks fer the great comment'

wishin ya a good one' ;p ;)

Michael;')

[ajdpadbury]

Joy sent this over, very sad and touched me, I have to say. I haven't lost anyone in this way, but lost someone close nonetheless. Despite the sad message I loved the track!:)

[Cliffbrock]

This is awesome. Very nice Mike. 5 stars !*****

[townstra]

Very nicely done Mike. 5*

[MikeHelmsMusic]

Hey Tracy' thanks fer droppin the line on me bud.. and the sparkly's ;p Peace;')

[cmsingerbill]

good job!

[MikeHelmsMusic]

Hey Bill' glan ya think so''

Thanks ;')

[LeopardJoy]

Back for more...this is just so incredibly great, Michael! Very touching...moving. I was just reading the lyrics again...and oh that guitar sounds so sad and sweet. This should be featured!...and it definitely needs to go further than YouTube...

5 more stars...

Hugs,

Joy xo

[bluewing04]

very well done *****

[MikeHelmsMusic]

Hey.. thanks for the C' and the stars'

;')

[uncledave10]

Very nice work Mike , Thanks for sending Joy *****:o)tm

[MikeHelmsMusic]

Hey Dave' thanks for the gems low life'

LK;')lfl

[EdMuirton]

Great song and video! Cheers!

[MikeHelmsMusic]

Hey Ed' thanks for checkin it out.. tippin own back at'cha ;p ;) Peace;')

[TrickyDicks]

Like many before me have said, "very powerful song". Great job. 5/5

[MikeHelmsMusic]

Hey TD' cool that y achecked it out and droped the Big C' on me... Peace;')

[MaryAsinger]

Very cool one Mike!!

Very moving and powerful

Great singing!

Great music!

10 stars

[MikeHelmsMusic]

Hey Mary' glad to know ya feelin that'a way..

Thanks for the comment... maybe ya have a glass of Gluwine' around to tip fer me...

or a shot of Schrobela*(spellin?) lol Peace;')

[MaryAsinger]

Hahaha come and get one ;))

[guitarrox]

Powerful song Mike ! im floored brother ! I see where the tune comes from Wow It musta been hard on all the family friends and loved ones ! yet you took a tragic point in life and made this work of art ! thia song is a true Gem Mike brilliant my friend ! 5 stars and faved / rox

[MikeHelmsMusic]

Hey Rox'y ;)... thanks bud.. I have it in my heart somewhere's that maybe in some small way this is a prayer for Chris' and maybe something positive could be made from his loss' I dont know bud' when ya get to emotions like this it's hard to know or hope if you can truely have any effect on someones life' but ya hope' Peace;')lfl

[guitarrox]

Powerful song Mike ! im floored brother ! I

[caribjonlost]

Nice work David. In a powerful song.

[MikeHelmsMusic]

Ya got that right' dude can get into the part fer sure.. almost thought he cut himself with the blade on one take.. scared the shit out of me.. If'n ya see him down there... give'm a man hug fer me if'n yer willin ;) Peace' to ya's... Michael;')

[Ottawarocket]

what a touching and powerful song Mike. Amazing video also... suicide is not the answer and leaves so much pain in its wake. what makes it so tragic is that often no one realizes just how depressed a person is, and the ending of a life is our first notice..Take care my friend

Rocket

[MikeHelmsMusic]

It was a shock for our Fam.. Rob' we had no Idea he was at that state of mind...

He'd lost his mother(heart condition)

and six months err so later our grandmother passed(embelism)... thats when I last saw him was at her services... I think he just did'nt want to be without them... Peace;')

[Smokeater68]

Man that just hit me in the gut. Very powerful and emotional all the way Bro. I really don't know what else to say.

Stay safe, Stay Low.

[MikeHelmsMusic]

Hey Mike' hows it slingin brother... hope yer gettin all those kisses I keep tellin yer lady to send yer way fer me ;p .. well.. I just said to say hi... but I hope yer gettin kisses anyway's ;p ;) Peace Bud;')

[sharbohemia]

Thank you, LeopardJoy, for sharing this.

This vid and music was very powerful. Nuff said from me. Peace, ~Shaz.

[MikeHelmsMusic]

hey Shaz' thank you for dropin the line on me' much appretiated... Peace;')

[Erphilfarry]

Great song, video and lyric work. It's clear that you invested a lot of time in that 5min clip and it's also clear that it worth it. Great work again and thx Joy for sharing!

[MikeHelmsMusic]

thanks.. it was a good deal of time given by some awesome people who believed itn the piece... I got's some good folks around me...

Includein Joy'... I'll be given that girl Muah's all over ;);p Peace' Michael

[hffg67]

Dude you have no idea how awesome this is. I was deeply affected by this. Thank you

[MikeHelmsMusic]

Thank You' I'll take your word for it.. and appretiate that you let me know ya fell that way.. Peace;')

[coolanddark]

Mike this one goes to the heart bro.what an incredible tune you penned here main.thanks to Joy for sending this one along.fantastic!

[MikeHelmsMusic]

I'm hopein to get cover'd some day Dan' seems ya got the market plumb to yerself on that round here.. ;p''' ;) Thanks for the line Bud'

Peace;')

[AnnieCanada]

Love this song of yours Mike! Hugs, More *'s

[MikeHelmsMusic]

So cool ya came back Annie' could that mean ya want some more of...

'MIKE IN THE RAW' ;p ;) ;')... lol...

had a great time with ya last night at the AP.. lot'sa fun... and I meant every word I said about how yer music feels to me..

big Hug 'O' Peace'.. Michael;')

[footprints6837]

Wow Michael that was wonderful... I have to watch it again! :)

You put so many emotions into this song...

I'm blown away...5 stars

Leslie~

[MikeHelmsMusic]

Hey Lady' ya talk Mike into turnin down the amp' ;p ... lol Thank you' feels sweet to be able to do that to ya.. Peace to you and Smokey' ;')

[Kabzeel123]

Completely amazing my friend.

5*, fav fo sho