Citizen Soldier - Thank You For Hating Me (official Lyric Video) May 2026

Lead singer wrote the track alongside Kathy Sommer and Nina Osoff during the This Is Your Sign writing cycle. Segura describes the song as "Karma coming full circle".

: The central hook— "Thank you for making me stronger than I thought I could ever be" —flips the script on abusers and haters, crediting their cruelty with forging the artist's new-found strength.

: It was written as a direct response to those who didn't believe in the vision for Citizen Soldier or wanted to see the band fail. Lead singer wrote the track alongside Kathy Sommer

Understanding Citizen Soldier: A Song about Trauma and Abuse

: The pre-chorus emphasizes that "living well is the best revenge," signaling a shift from a victim mindset to a survivor mindset. : It was written as a direct response

Citizen Soldier - Thank You for Hating Me (Official Lyric Video): Turning Scorn into Strength

The lyrics are a bold declaration of independence from toxic relationships and self-doubt. Released on , "Thank You for Hating Me"

Released on , "Thank You for Hating Me" is one of Citizen Soldier’s most definitive anthems of resilience. The song serves as a powerful "reframe" of the band’s early struggles, transforming the negativity of critics and non-believers into a catalyst for their ultimate success. The Story Behind the Song