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what do i have left that the world can still take?

Posted by Paramore
February 16, 2010

sometimes you get run down. sometimes life throws dirt in your eyes and it stings and you can't see for a few minutes. even after you get it out your eyes are all red and your vision is shitty... but eventually, whether through tears or maybe just time... you start to see even clearer than before. life is not always good. which is why music exists. why i believe God exists. and why there's always a pint of coconut milk ice cream in my freezer.

i don't care if the world or anyone in it tries to drag me down. because i know that in the end, they will be the ones left tired from the struggle to hold me back. it hurts more to see people i care about being beat up mentally, emotionally... but again, in the end, i don't hang around people that can be beaten so easily. my friends, family, our band, and OUR FANS, are all good people. with strong hearts.

and even though today, i might feel a little run over and feel heavy hearted for a few people that i love... there is a promise that tomorrow i will be a stronger, more patient and better refined person. we are to be brought through the fire, not left in it.

and you know what?
to anyone that ever told you that you're no good... they're no better.

WE LOVE YOU GUYS. DON'T EVER FORGET THAT YOU ARE ALL A SOURCE OF PRIDE FOR US AS A BAND. AND DON'T EVER FORGET HOW IMPORTANT YOUR PLACE IN THE WORLD IS. THANK YOU JUST FOR BEING ALIVE.

this was written by me, Hayley. but it's from all of us.
- Jeremy, Zac, Josh, Taylor and Hayley.


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Comments (1252)

  • (20110824T021442Z )

    I cryed. AGAIN!!! they always do sumthin so inspirational tht makes me cry cuz its so beautiful!!!!! I love u guys :)

  • Monster16 says
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    Wow! I just read this and its powerful, its made me feel better about myself and helped me understand that everyone has there bad times, not just me. Thanks Hayley you're hearts pure gold and im so glad Paramore exists as a band today because you're music is so inspirational it makes me feel proud of you guys! Take care and god bless Sarah-Jane Treacy

  • Skye says
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    Oh my stinkin Gosh, you're so right, Hayley!

  • (20110628T044633Z )

    Hayley, I am tongue-tied when I think of how easy it is to just....say things. It's amazing how easily words just stumble out of your mouth (errr....your fingers I suppose if you're typing). I pray so hard that one day someone will say something like that to me. Hayley, you're my idol and my role model for many reasons. One of which is, in fact, your ability to speak your mind. I have so much trouble saying things to people's faces. But I'll post a rant on Buzznet or say something indirectly on Twitter. Hayley, I WISH I could be as stunning and as incredible as you are. But that's all I CAN do. Wish. Hayley.....thank you. For all the wonderful things you've shown me and for the amount of confidence you've given me without you even realizing it. Thank you for everything. Thank you for being you.

  • (20110327T143404Z )

    This is why Paramore exists :)
    Love you guys, all of you! Keep saving our lives with music, pep talks, and coconut milk ice cream!
    Love,
    KymB.

  • (20110226T031830Z )

    "Which is why music exists" I know it was written a year ago but i jus read it today, or maybe i did last year i can't remember, any way, wow, is nice to see that everybody even you have bad days as me, and I know sometimes is hard to keep going and some people around us try to make us fall even deeper but is nice to read this, no matter when it was written and no matter if you'll never read this as a I know it will happen. But any way thank you for existing as you thanked us your fans for exist.

    Thank you, I guess right now your having a better time on you lifes than a year ago, but is nice to remember that we're all humans with feelings and ideas.

  • (20110215T200021Z )

    Hayley, I know that you wrote this almost an entire year ago, so you might not even see this comment, but i thought i would write it anyway. i just wanted to say thank you :) you have NO IDEA how badly I needed this pep talk today. This is one of the many reasons as to why Paramore is my favorite band and why you are my idol and role model. You are so wise, strong, talented and beautiful and i aspire to be like you one day. I mailed you a letter last month telling you how I feel. I don't know if it's made it's way to you or not, but I hope that you read it because I wanted tell you how much you and your music has helped me. so thank you :)

  • (20101208T182836Z )

    Hayley you are amazing with words. When I'm upset or angry I read this post. It cheers me up. It makes me feel better. Misguided Ghosts is literally the story of my life. I can relate to it so much. I can relate to all of your songs. You guys are the best and I love you all so much. Seriously. Y'all complete my life. Whenever I'm upset I listen to paramore to cheer me up. Actually no matter how I feel I listen to your music. It almost killed me when I thought you were gonna split up. Not a day has gone by that I can't remember listening to our music. Every day since 2005 you all have supported me and I will never forget that. When I went through a really rough year back in 2008 you helped me through so much. And I'm going through a kinda ouch time now although it's sorta on and off. And you all help me through. Not to mention your show. Man, you guys rocked! It was the best night of my life! Thank you so much. For everything. Paramore are my life. My obsession. And my inspiration.

  • adina says
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    thank you.
    i love you.

  • swarley666 says
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    Thanks for writing this Hayley it has really cheered me up this morning, brought a big smile to my face :)

  • (20101117T065519Z )

    Hayley, you are amazing.
    This made me tear. :')
    Thanks for posting this

  • pauline<3 says
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    this is just such a beautifuk post!
    it's so true!
    i added this to my favorites, and everytime i feel a lil sad, i read this.
    ahh, i love them so much!

  • pauline<3 says
    (20101113T123032Z )

    this is just such a beautifuk post!
    it's so true!
    i added this to my favorites, and everytime i feel a lil sad, i read this.
    ahh, i love them so much!

  • (20101109T151709Z )

    Beautiful, inspiring. ♥
    You guys are amazing. :)

  • (20101108T232426Z )

    amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • (20101107T011025Z )

    your amazing

  • (20101105T235354Z )

    You are amazing, Hayley, Zac, Josh, Jeremy and Taylor. You're all amazing, and I couldn't get by without you guys. So, thank YOU for being alive.

  • (20101027T192844Z )

    We will always support you ! You guys are my heros. Without you music, I feel lonely and there is a bid hole in my heart. You and your music are a part of me. A big part of me. You give me strength and hope for the day. Even if my life isn't so sweet, I listen to your music , and know why I'm here, on this planet... in this world. And when some situations bring me down, music shows me the way out of this whole trouble. And so do God. Hayley, Josh, Jeremy, Zac, Taylor... I would like to thank you with all my heart. Even though I'm still very young, your music teached me how to survive .. I love you.

  • TayRAWR says
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    your songs and music have literally kept me alive. i was suicidal for years until i heard you guys!
    thankyou. from me and my friends and family

  • Mobile says
    (20101002T180940Z )

    I am glad to be cared about by a band that I care about. Thank you for helping me to find strength and meaning in this life.

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