YUNGBLUD - Breakdown | Behind the Song | Mind

‪@yungblud‬ shares how he created his new single 'Breakdown' and what it means to him and his mental health. Hear more from artists like YUNGBLUD, Ren and James McVey, their mental health and the meaning behind the song: https://www.mind.org.uk/get-involved/...

Behind the Song, is a series where we chat with artists who've spoken about mental health in their songs. Thank you to players of People’s Postcode Lottery for helping us tackle mental health stigma. Also huge thanks to Yamaha Music London for giving us a safe space for this interview.

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Chapters
00:00 - Breakdown opening
01:05 - Why is mental health important to you?
07:50 - Behind the lyric: 'Things in my head, don't add up'
14:20 - Is it hard for you to hear 'Breakdown'?
18:00 - Do you think about the listener when you're writing a song?
22:30 - How do you feel about the song when you're performing it?
29:40 - What's your advice to people struggling with their mental health and on the verge of a breakdown?
33:50 - 'Breakdown' by YUNGBLUD at Budapest Park

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