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Batty-Phoenix — Don't Walk Away

Published: 2011-02-24 11:33:28 +0000 UTC; Views: 978; Favourites: 46; Downloads: 0
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Description "Terrified of what I'd be
As a kid from what I've seen.
Every single day when people try
And put the pieces back together
Just to smash them down,
Turn my headphones up real loud.
I don't think I need them now,
'Cause you stop the noise and
If you stay,
I would even wait all night,
Or until my heart explodes.
How long until we find our way
In the dark and out of harm?
You can run away with me
Anytime you want."
('Summertime' - My Chemical Romance)
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A little tribute to the vocalist of my favourite band and also one of the most influential musicians in my life. And it was so much fun; I must have spent about two hours on his face alone, trying to get it right!

In my recent succession of losses, I’ve received a phenomenal amount of support from so many people: my parents, family, friends, counsellor and tutors, and I know right now that I’d still be in a much darker place if it weren’t for them. Now, for the first in a long time, I feel like I’ve found a foothold and am truly on the path to recovery, and I actually felt that begin the other week when I went to a My Chemical Romance concert in Birmingham. I can also acknowledge MCR as being a key part of my support through this last year and a half, as well as in the past, and after I went to see them I felt my old self slowly coming back to me. The album ‘Danger Days’ was released only a few weeks after the passing of my Nan, and it’s helped me through a lot of dark moments. So even though I’ve already used in a drawing the three songs from that album that have particularly shoved me forward, I wanted to do another (not helped by seeing them live again, believe me!). My smiles feel natural now, and it feels great to be happy just because I’m happy! In reference to a very appropriate song, I’m not okay yet, but I know I will be very soon, and that knowledge would still be beyond me if it hadn’t been for every kind word, hug, and comfort given to me.

On the subject of MCR, or any music, I know that some people just listen because they like it; I myself listen to a lot of bands and other musicians just because I like their stuff. But everyone has their own ways of getting themselves through difficult times, and for some of us, that relief lies in music. For me, and I know a lot of others, I found it in this band. Their music and stories really have helped me and inspired me, and I know that in the crazy mixture of so many different things that have defined the individual that I’m very proud to have become, they hold a special place that no other musicians have managed to reach.

If you’re feeling down, talk to someone. A problem shared is a problem halved. And if you draw strength from music, then listen to it as much as you need to. Songs are only ever a play button press away. But remember it’s okay to admit you’re not okay, because then you’ve taken the first and hardest step to looking up again. Stay strong!

Killjoys, make some noise!

Art COPYRIGHT Batty-Phoenix
Lyrics from 'Summertime' (in title) COPYRIGHT My Chemical Romance
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Comments: 27

aidenisawesomelol [2012-12-26 01:20:11 +0000 UTC]

Love it!

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Batty-Phoenix In reply to aidenisawesomelol [2012-12-27 09:41:17 +0000 UTC]

Thank you very much!

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aidenisawesomelol In reply to Batty-Phoenix [2012-12-27 19:11:32 +0000 UTC]

Your welcome

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ChaSayy [2012-02-27 05:26:17 +0000 UTC]

Beautiful : )

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Batty-Phoenix In reply to ChaSayy [2012-03-01 09:40:15 +0000 UTC]

Thank you very much!

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nameisjodiex [2011-04-25 13:43:00 +0000 UTC]

t'is amazing
xoxo

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Batty-Phoenix In reply to nameisjodiex [2011-04-25 14:14:58 +0000 UTC]

Thank you so much!

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nameisjodiex In reply to Batty-Phoenix [2011-04-25 14:52:55 +0000 UTC]

no problem!
xoxo

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mileymarthandlinkfan [2011-03-02 02:57:16 +0000 UTC]

Oh my god...this is..phenomenal. You're REALLY good! ♥

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Batty-Phoenix In reply to mileymarthandlinkfan [2011-03-02 17:47:20 +0000 UTC]

Thank you so much! I'm really glad you like it!

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mileymarthandlinkfan In reply to Batty-Phoenix [2011-03-03 05:17:44 +0000 UTC]

Youre very welcome! X3

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Puckty [2011-03-01 14:29:59 +0000 UTC]

wow this looks awesome, I love it

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Batty-Phoenix In reply to Puckty [2011-03-01 22:41:07 +0000 UTC]

Thank you very much!

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Puckty In reply to Batty-Phoenix [2011-03-02 15:53:53 +0000 UTC]

you're welcome

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DustDealer [2011-03-01 13:12:10 +0000 UTC]

thats amazing! the light on the jacket.. *-*

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Batty-Phoenix In reply to DustDealer [2011-03-01 13:14:06 +0000 UTC]

Thank you very much! That jacket killed my B pencil

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DustDealer In reply to Batty-Phoenix [2011-03-01 14:04:32 +0000 UTC]

but it definitely was worth it! make some noise

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Batty-Phoenix In reply to DustDealer [2011-03-01 22:41:54 +0000 UTC]

Thanks!

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7seven7tools [2011-02-27 01:28:01 +0000 UTC]

Awesome drawing. But I have to say, I like what you said even more.

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Batty-Phoenix In reply to 7seven7tools [2011-03-01 13:06:36 +0000 UTC]

Aw Thank you!

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7seven7tools In reply to Batty-Phoenix [2011-03-01 23:10:07 +0000 UTC]

Your very welcome! It made a lot of sense..

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Batty-Phoenix In reply to 7seven7tools [2011-03-01 23:35:20 +0000 UTC]

I'm glad! I was worried I was waffling a bit!

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7seven7tools In reply to Batty-Phoenix [2011-03-03 12:51:00 +0000 UTC]

Haha, you werent

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OliveArtOlive [2011-02-24 14:50:08 +0000 UTC]

Ew, MCR. xD
However, this is a brilliant picture! Nice work.

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Batty-Phoenix In reply to OliveArtOlive [2011-02-25 12:26:36 +0000 UTC]

Thanks!

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Porcelain-Vampire [2011-02-24 11:50:35 +0000 UTC]

Again, this is an amazing drawing xx

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Batty-Phoenix In reply to Porcelain-Vampire [2011-02-25 12:26:44 +0000 UTC]

Thank you!

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