Trey Anastasio has shared another new song, titled “Are You There Colleen?” Along with the song, Anastasio shared a lengthy note regarding his experience with addiction.

“Lots of songs coming out. I hope they provide a bit of joy, or even distraction. The truth is, writing helps me. It feels like connective tissue with our community of friends,” Anastasio wrote.

“Or maybe this is just another addiction? Who knows? It sure as Hell beats ‘that other addiction,'” he continued. “Which makes me want to say this: For those out there suffering with addiction, You CAN get off drugs. Keep the faith. Life is joyous on the other side. This event could be your salvation if it lights a fire that leads to a life off drugs.”

“Help is there. Ask. Remember, you are a sick person trying to get well, NOT a bad person trying to get good,” he later wrote. “Part of the sickness is not knowing that you’re sick. Isolation is the main component of addiction and alcoholism. Zoom meetings are a good place to connect with a community. Hearing others talk can help. You’re not alone. 70,000 people a year die of overdoses in America. How many are sick, but didn’t overdose? A lot. How many are out searching, ignoring isolation rules right this second? A lot. How much money does addiction cost a week? A lot.”

“You’ll struggle. There’s no magic pill. You have to go thru it, not around. But you CAN get off drugs. Forever,” Anastasio concluded.

Watch Anastasio perform “Are You There Colleen?” and read his full note below.

https://www.facebook.com/treyanastasio/videos/vb.6395707167/530225017696348/?type=2&theater