2024 anyone????

Lindsey Stirling was six years old when she began begging for violin lessons. She began getting 15 minute lessons, which no one thought she could learn from, but she mastered it. It was all their family could afford. Much longer later, she joined a rock band and began experimenting with different types of music, and began earning money for collage by performing. Later, she performed in America's Got Talent, but didn't do very well. But she wouldn't give up. Then, Lindsey was introduced to Devin Graham, who kick-stared her career. Lindsey quoted, ''He changed my life. He taught me everything I needed to know about UKposts.'' It was a while later when Lindsey realized that she was suffering from anorexia, an eating disorder, sometimes very deadly. She noticed that something was wrong with her, and she was becoming very depressed. Finally, she found help and recovered from it. This video is about her suffering of anorexia, and how she had to turn back from her life of being a perfect ballerina. It was hard and scary, but she finally broke through the glass by doing what she loved to do: Playing violin. And on the other side of that glass that she had suffocated her self in for too long, she found what she had been looking for. A whole new world. She finally found happiness. Cheers to you, Lindsey. If you really read through all of that, thanks. Wow this is a long comment.

Lyrics: I pirouette in the dark I see the stars through a mirror Tired mechanical heart Beats 'til the song disappears Somebody shine a light I'm frozen by the fear in me Somebody make me feel alive and shatter me So cut me from the line Dizzy, spinning endlessly Somebody make me feel alive and shatter me Shatter me Somebody make me feel alive and shatter me If only the clockwork could speak I wouldn't be so alone We burn every magnet and spring And spiral into the unknown Somebody shine a light I'm frozen by the fear in me Somebody make me feel alive and shatter me So cut me from the line Dizzy, spinning endlessly Somebody make me feel alive and shatter me Shatter me Somebody make me feel alive and shatter me If I break the glass, then I'll have to fly There's no one to catch me if I take a dive I'm scared of changing, the days stay the same The world is spinning, but only in gray If I break the glass, then I'll have to fly There's no one to catch me if I take a dive I'm scared of changing, the days stay the same The world is spinning, but only in gray Somebody shine a light I'm frozen by the fear in me Somebody make me feel alive and shatter me So cut me from the line Dizzy, spinning endlessly Somebody make me feel alive and shatter me Shatter me Somebody make me feel alive and shatter me

As a male, this song hits close to my heart. It’s a powerful and emotional collaboration between Lindsey Stirling and Lzzy Hale, two amazing artists who have overcome their own struggles and fears. The song is about breaking free from the constraints that hold us back, whether they are internal or external, and finding our true selves. The music video is stunning and captivating. It shows Lindsey as a ballerina trapped inside a snow globe, representing her feelings of isolation and helplessness. She dances with grace and passion, but she can’t escape her prison. Lzzy is the voice of her inner strength, urging her to shatter the glass that separates her from the world. She sings with a raw and powerful voice that contrasts with Lindsey’s delicate violin. The song has a beautiful melody that builds up to an explosive chorus. The violin and the guitar blend together perfectly, creating a dynamic and energetic sound that matches the lyrics. The song also has some dubstep elements that add to the intensity and drama of the story. The song is more than just a catchy tune. It’s a message of hope and courage for anyone who feels trapped or broken by their circumstances. It’s an anthem for those who want to shatter their limits and live their dreams. It’s an inspiration for those who want to feel alive. I love this song so much that I can’t stop listening to it. It makes me feel empowered and motivated to overcome my own fears and challenges. It makes me appreciate the talent and resilience of Lindsey Stirling and Lzzy Hale, who have both faced adversity in their lives but never gave up on their passion for music. This song deserves more recognition and praise for its artistic quality and emotional impact. It’s one of the best songs I’ve ever heard in my life. #ShatterMe #LindseyStirling #LzzyHale #BestSongEver #MusicIsLife

I swear the sound of her violin feels to me like the sounds of galaxies dancing, or atoms singing.

I think I may have "shattered" the replay button

I met Lzzy about 13 years ago after her set. I was blown away and asked if she had a vocal coach. She said YES and gave me his info! She was super friendly

This has got to be one of my top favorite songs by Lindsey, if not THE top. And Lzzy is freaking insanely amazing with her vocals... Always. Her range is mind-blowing just in this piece alone. But the grit and push when she sings "Shatter me" & then again in the bridge gives me goosebumps every single time I put this song on... Which is a lot. These two need to do some more collabs bc they compliment one another so perfectly.

Nobody talks about how pretty she is? She is an angel

Does anyone else wonder how she plays the role of a porcelain doll perfectly?? Even at the 2nd chorus when she tries to get out, she makes one of the cutest angry faces I've ever seen... 2:43

Lzzy hale has a voice that expresses so much emotion... It really brings out the heartful melody of the violin

Everytime I watch this I catch more and more details. I absolutely love how it goes from the ballerina being content only to see something beautiful and tries, too early, too soon, and in the wrong way, to get there. And how she wakes up the second time, the way her head shakes like she's not ready. And the bat showing it might be scary out here, but as the butterfly, shows it's still beautiful despite the fear. How the ballerina uses her own strength (the violin) to escape, despite how it appears the cracking in her skin is painful and terrifying. How her stance changes from the static perfect pose to something more dynamic. The moment she hesitates, hand to her cheek, as if she thinks she can go back to the safety that is killing her... And deciding to shatter instead, showing a less than perfect person underneath but free. Dancing as she wants to. And finally seeing the outside world as it is

Lindsey, seriously are you a godess or something cause man those violin skills are boss

My grand mother played Violin. she has been gone so many years now. I am 62 and I still remember.

Not only is the music amazing, but the concept is visually stunning. Like when it shatters around her face and she breaks the "facade". Best part visually in my opinion.

This sound is so wonderful. The person who is reading this comment, I wish you great success, health, love and happiness!

Playing violin is not that easy. You need to have a true enthusiasm for it and a creative mind. I have been learning to play violin since 2014 but I am yet to create good melodies. Every time I listen to Lindsey's tracks, I feel how amazingly good she is!

The tone of her voice is so strong. It's like she's really angry. I can't stop hitting the replay button .

2024 y’all anyone here😸

2024 we are here.

The way she says "Shatter" gives me goosebumps😭🔥🔥

dear strangers who read this hope you have a beautiful future.

I really freaking love the symbolism in this video. I don’t know if this is the main intention, but the way I see it is that the ballerina represents someone who is in an abusive or unhealthy situation. She desperately wants to be free, but the glass is keeping her in; she knows breaking it will set her free, but has also been convinced that it will keep her safe, so she stays. When she sees the bat, I believe she’s realizing how this situation has affected her perception of the outside world. And at the end she finally does break free, which takes a lot of courage, because sometimes it’s easier to stay in what you know, even when you know it is unhealthy. Idk why I felt like commenting this lol

i literally dont care how "cringey" or "2016" this song is, it is SUCH a banger

Still breaking out of glass ceiling thought patterns from my upbringing.. Some abuse is more insidious simply because of it's subtlety. I love the part where the butterfly goes past and then you realize that it's actually a bat. I feel like there are subtle forms of abuse of religion or abuse of parental power that can create such confusion. When you look at it in one moment you think it's lovely and beautiful and then as you stare at it longer you realize that it's not, that it's an illusion created to keep you quiet. And then she goes up to punch and crack the glass and stops herself. I really relate to that because anytime I try to break out of some of that fear (i.e. fear of God, fear of love withdrawal) I feel afraid that I'm bad and giving in to anger and that it's not true and that I need to believe the lovely perfectionistic ideas. Then I feel depressed because I know that I'm suppressing the truth and that I actually feel trapped. It is a difficult task to shatter the denial and coping patterns built in childhood to protect you when you were defenseless. As an adult you can break free but it means getting in touch with what was too painful to face as a child. Subtle abuse, not letting you have a voice as a child, it brings up such frightening feelings of rage and pain! We want to stay in the bubble at first... But trusting you can still survive outside is the truth. Breaking free.. One hit, one conscious act, one shifted paradigm at a time.... It's a process.

People thought dubstep on a violin was impossible, back in the day people thought turning heat into motion was impossible, but in the end, it only took a Stirling

The passion Lzzy Hale puts in her voice is amazing and Lindsey is so graceful and elegant, both are so unbelievably talented

who's still listening in 2024?

after listening to this song i looked at my violin . My violin: "don't even think about it!."

This is a balance between elegance and rock ‘n roll (possibly) It’s so amazing!

I cant believe this song came out 8 years ago and I'm just now hearing it. This was an incredible experience! Love it

Every draw of a string, every pronunciation of a word, a goosebump.

Why are so many people disliking? I honestly love LZZY and Halestorm, this song is how I got to like Lindsey, she's an amazing violinist and LZZY is an amazing singer and this is a beautiful combo, unless you don't like both the violin and metal (Which you shouldn't be here in that case) then why dislike?

This song kept me alive when I didn't want to be. I was isolated and abused for 6 years. This song kept me strong enough to keep breathing until I could get out.

I can't believe i was able to sing along with this song after all these years. Back then i didn't really understand english, i was a freaking child and i remembered almost everything. Proves that music is just magical

Whatever song she plays, Lindsey has the ability to beautify it and enchant the listeners to the very limit. ❤

When literally almost nobody in the comments knows who Lzzy Hale is

I’m still listening to this in 2020.......still seems amazing....

Never stop believing in the power of prayer folks. It took the prayers of millions of millions for the universe to deliver her to us; to show us the impossibly possible.

I think Lindsey Stirling might have spawned a whole generation of violinists on her own, and good for her!

I just saw Lindsey in concert and it was INCREDIBLE. There's actually such a deep story behind this: Lindsey struggled with body image and anorexia for years... She constantly was trying to be perfect and was killing herself inside but tried to appear content (the porcelain ballerina). She realized that perfection was suffocating her and she'd have to break out, even if it meant cracking through years of work for perfection, in order to be happy and free.(:

When you said "Thank you for watching" I said..."No, thank YOU for creating this masterpiece ". 💖😁

Nothing like the combination of a rock Valkyrie and a violin virtuoso combined to make the perfect song!

I think this is one of her best songs just in my opinion 8 years and I am still here listening to it❤

DON’T EVER LET THIS DIE THIS IS PURE ART

This song is phenomenal, absolutely one of my favorites from her work.

comeback here after 9 years, i cant believe how 9 years can make you a completely different person. I change after i hear this song 9 years ago. It gives me strength to keep living and chase the dream.. This song brings so many strength that keep me going. The message is beautiful. cant believe i was crying listening to this just like last time. Its very powerful, Lindsay is powerful. This will forever be my best motivational song!!

9 years later, and it only got better whit time.... This is just like wine

I started playing the violin a year ago. I had been wanting to start playing ever since I first heard this song. The violin wasn’t as easy as I thought it would be, and I struggled with many things (such as getting my bow straight, intonation, timing, and many other things), but I didn’t want to quit. I kept listening to Lindsey Stirling’s songs to give me motivation, so that I wouldn’t even think about stopping. The only way people can achieve great things is if they work for it. Currently, I am in the Honors Orchestra at my school. That is the highest orchestra you can be in- and just as I thought when I first started- it wasn’t going to be easy. Just two months ago, I was really having a hard time with orchestra. My grade was lowering, and I didn’t even feel like playing. The transition between beginner orchestra and Honors orchestra was a HUGE ONE. I felt like I was lower than the rest of my classmates because they had more playing experience than I did. ...then I found this song again. After listening to this, I felt that spark of motivation I had when I started. I knew I had to push myself and go past my limits to be like everyone else. I know that this sounds like a pretty fake story, but it’s 100% real. In a month, my orchestra is going to head to a few other schools to play. Either way, I really enjoy this song and it left a huge impact on my heart. Thank you, Lindsey! ❤️

Don't tell me this came out almost 10 years ago, I feel so old lol but this a gem!

One of most powerful songs i ever heard! Violin 🎻 is her weapon and he used it to touch my soul!

Am I the only one who for some reason loves the way Lzzy says “Shatter”?

So nobody’s gonna talk about how Lizzy lowkey killed it

Coming back over 5 years and realized lzzy has an uncanny resemblance to Fran Drescher! 😍

Lindsay’s beautiful music paired with impeccable vocals from Lzzy Hale. A match made in heaven

Lindsey Stirling electric violin sound + Lzzy Hale vocals + Music Box beat= Masterpiece.

This is not a song. This is an EXPERIENCE.

As someone who deals with alot of anxiety the lyrics in this are so good.

I know the vocals were written with Amy Lee in mind to sing them, but Lzzy Hale was the only person that could have delivered them like THAT.

It looks like her runes are glowing... she must be a shadowhunter O.o

HOLY MCJEEBUS MEATBALLS! THIS IS SO GOOD. I'M SHARING THIS EVERYWHERE. Linds, this is just phenomenal.

Ok, I'm going to put my entire opinion on this video. First, we can see a butterfly flying outside of the glass. Now butterflies usually symbolize rebirth and freedom, so for the butterfly to be outside, it could represent how the ballerina (We'll call her Belle) feels trap. Belle feels trap, since she's inside the glass, while the butterfly is outside. And it is this butterfly that helped her break free. 2nd, when the glass started breaking, she started shattering as well. Now to me, I see this as symbolic of how Belle is starting to break free from what was keeping her trapped, with the glass breaking representing how she finally finds the courage to break free, and her skin shattering representing how she's finally setting herself free after earning the courage. 3rd, now this song is of course known for the lyrics and it's title "Shatter me", so the lyrics "Somebody made me feel alive than shatter me." now, many would assume it means Belle got betrayed. But to me, I think the person that 'shattered' her is the butterfly, what I'm trying to say, is what if she meant "shatter me" as in "shattering the glass that is trapping me" the butterfly representing that person that had given her the courage to shatter the glass.

My interpretation based on my own life: My days seem to literally be the same. Wake up, go to school. Same classes, classes go the same way. Go home at the same time. Every day. Doing the same thing after school, every day. Scared of doing something different, because what if it fails? Just keep going through the motions. Day after day...after day....after day. But still too scared to stray from familiarity. Still stuck inside my npc life, in a constant state of lonliness and sadness, on top of the "do my friends actually like me or am i just kinda there and they don't want me there" mindset, unable to break free. Just a constant cycle. But, this isn't nearly as bad as some others i read on here, so i guess I'm good then. I don't know. I also realize it is kind of a choice to stay like this. If you read this far, thanks. Have a nice day.

Two inspirational women creating art that this world will never deserve. Beautiful. Edit: Jeez ok, those are some likes.

I pirouette in the dark I see the stars through me Tired mechanical heart Beats til the song disappears Somebody shine a light I'm frozen by the fear in me Somebody make me feel alive And shatter me So cut me from the line Dizzy, spinning endlessly Somebody make me feel alive And shatter me! Shatter me! Somebody make me feel alive And shatter me! If only the clockworks could speak I wouldn't be so alone We burn every magnet and spring And spiral into the unknown Somebody shine a light I'm frozen by the fear in me Somebody make me feel alive And shatter me So cut me from the line Dizzy, spinning endlessly Somebody make me feel alive And shatter me! Shatter me! Somebody make me feel alive And shatter me! If I break the glass, then I'll have to fly There's no one to catch me if I take a dive I'm scared of changing, the days stay the same The world is spinning but only in gray If I break the glass, then I'll have to fly There's no one to catch me if I take a dive I'm scared of changing, the days stay the same The world is spinning but only in gray (Only) Somebody shine a light I'm frozen by the fear in me Somebody make me feel alive And shatter me So cut me from the line Dizzy, spinning endlessly Somebody make me feel alive And shatter me! Shatter me! Somebody make me feel alive And shatter me!

Who's still here in 2023? 🔥

Nostalgia hit me like a truck with this song

When I first heard this, I was nearly thrown to the floor by the amount of emotion coming from Lindsey's violin and Lzzy's vocals. Thank you for making this song; it's beautiful.

The way I found this song again was by searching “song with ballerina in a snow globe with a violin”

When 2 L's collaborate, a master piece is formed.

loved this song when i was 8, can’t believe i’m 16 now and still love this song 😭

How are there so many dislikes? I am a major Metal Head and I like this song.

You need to have a BIG imagination to do this ITS INSANE!

Un minuto de silencio para la gente qué aún no sabe qué está obra de arte existe

Lzzy Hale is not the one who’s making a shadow of a doubt as of late?

Can't even begin to think of the budget of this video. Sooooooo well made! :D

I played the violin for almost 7 years, and I got good. But this is crazy, even for a professional.

Can we talk a minute about her end of video clips and all the energy and excitement when she promotes her stuff and the other artists? Still to this day it's that same energy. I hope that never goes away!

When I was 12 years old, I loved that song so much. It’s crazy how the times flew by, very nostalgic

Hale is a metal singer. That's why she can scream so intensely.

I remember watching this music video in 6th grade during orchestra class. It brings back so many memories and nostalgia. I miss my orchestra teacher Ms. Davis. :)

I'm sure you won't see this message. But, you saved my life with this piece. On the night I was going to take my life, this song started playing on my computer while listening to things I tried to find uplifting. But this one.. It took months of listening over and over, but, you saved me. That night I was going to kill myself. But now, I finally have someone that did come and shatter me. Because I dared to try, dared to love again. I came to only 1 of your concerts but I didn't have the nerves to speak up. Even though I was part of the group that saw you privately. I wanted to tell you so badly... Now, I am married to the man of my dreams, because this piece, showed me that I wasn't alone in feeling the way this piece describes. I needed someone to come and shatter me. Shatter all the past failures, Shatter all of my fears, Shatter the wall I'd built around myself....facing life was more terrifying than living it. But, this piece. It pulled me free of that. I... I just wanted you to know. And I hope I don't come off as some freak follower. I just wanted to know how much you moved me, changed me, helped me. I am alive today, because of this piece. I used to dance Ballet...- that just added to how moving this was..

I've never had a song make me feel so alive

This music is great. You can listen for hours and even days. More such masterpieces!

I love Lzzy. I love Lindsey. This collaboration was more than a pleasant surprise. Fantastic.

I love your music nowadays you don't find many artists that play from the heart. Each of your song have a story behind them. I personally like shatter me, roundtable rival and hallelujah. Thank you for playing, don't let what others think change, use your music to change people for the good.

Lesson: If you took ballet, you already know how to skateboard,ballet makes you lack fear, no joke. The end.

I remember listening to this as a child. I often listened to it with my sister, we barely have any contact now and remembering the sweet old times make me listen to it again.

Me turning on the captions to see lyrics: The captions: [music]

I love this song and music video. It beautifully illustrates the concept of suffering with a mental health disorder. (Trigger Warning: mention of suicide, self harm and eating disorder). I really can relate to this. I know Lindsay Sterling wrote this to describe her eating disorder and eventual recovery, and I can definitely see this with my anxiety and past self harm and suicidal ideations. A couple of years ago, I didn’t want to get better or improve. I thought things would get worse if I stopped cutting myself. But now that I’m recovering and over a year clean, I can safely say that stopping and getting help was probably one of the best things I’ve ever done for myself. I have almost broken the glass and am ready to live a life worth living. While in recovery, I was/ am afraid of changing. I can definitely relate to the lyric, “if I break the glass then now I have to fly. There’s no one to catch me if I take a dive. I’m scared of change and the days stay the same.” That’s how I feel when learning to let go of my anxiety and fears.

In case anyone still doubted whether practice made perfect.... I see perfection here

always begin hammering the table during the chorus, only to remember "think of the downstairs neighbour". Awesome song :)

Lzzy is a goddess!

Lyrics I pirouette in the dark I see the stars through me Tired mechanical heart Beats til the song disappearsSomebody shine a light I'm frozen by the fear in me Somebody make me feel alive And shatter me So cut me from the line Dizzy, spinning endlessly Somebody make me feel alive And shatter me!Shatter me! Somebody make me feel alive And shatter me!If only the clockworks could speak I wouldn't be so alone We burn every magnet and spring And spiral into the unknownSomebody shine a light I'm frozen by the fear in me Somebody make me feel alive And shatter me So cut me from the line Dizzy, spinning endlessly Somebody make me feel alive And shatter me!Shatter me! Somebody make me feel alive And shatter me!If I break the glass, then I'll have to fly There's no one to catch me if I take a dive I'm scared of changing, the days stay the same The world is spinning but only in gray If I break the glass, then I'll have to fly There's no one to catch me if I take a dive I'm scared of changing, the days stay the same The world is spinning but only in gray (Only)Somebody shine a light I'm frozen by the fear in me Somebody make me feel alive And shatter me So cut me from the line Dizzy, spinning endlessly Somebody make me feel alive And shatter me! Shatter me! Somebody make me feel alive And shatter me!

I love the ballerina, she make way to much sense even in silence, how she silently breaks a hold of others that won't let go. She killed it off perfectly well. She hardly give them room to breathe or allows it, nobody can place there opinions nor accusations in her own mind. Breaks plenty of minds legally speaking, just by using her own mind with sense of self.

WHAT DO YOU MEAN ITS BEEN 9 YEARS??

I love Lindsey Stirling, and I love Halestorm. What happens when you put them together? A masterpiece!

Protect Lindsey at all costs. This woman is a national treasure.

All I remember is her going on Americas got talent, and being rejected, and the How much she has made my life so much better. They had no clue who they were rejecting. She is so talented and amazing.

I got sober to this song. Almost 6 years ago. ❤ this song and its creators saved my life. Thank you, and thank god.