The Letter John Kay Received From A Jailed Protester Who Called “Monster” His Anthem

March 31, 2025

John Kay sat on the edge of his bed, staring at the envelope that had arrived that morning. The handwriting was rough and shaky, an indication of someone who had been through a lot. He turned it over and saw the return address: a prison in a faraway state. John had received letters from fans before, but this one felt different. It was from a young protester named Alex who had been jailed for standing up against social injustice, and inside, he had written about how John’s song “Monster” became his anthem during the darkest days of his life.

As John began to read, he felt a surge of emotions. Alex wrote about the struggles he faced while protesting for his community’s rights. He described the fear and uncertainty that gripped him and his friends as they stood for what they believed in. Yet, it was John’s raw, powerful song that kept him going. “Monster,” with its fierce energy and defiance, became a rallying cry for him and many others who felt unheard and oppressed. Alex poured his heart into the letter, sharing how every note seemed to resonate with his spirit, filling him with the courage to continue fighting, even when the odds were stacked against him.

John couldn’t help but feel a deep connection with Alex’s words. As a young man, he had faced his own monsters: the doubts, the criticisms, and the endless struggle to be seen as more than just a musician. He remembered how he had used music to channel his frustrations and hopes, transforming his pain into powerful lyrics. The fact that Alex had found solace and strength in “Monster” reminded John of the purpose behind his music. This was why he had chosen to share his voice with the world—to inspire, to uplift, and to rally people together for a cause greater than themselves.

Feeling compelled to respond, John picked up his guitar and began to play a few chords that came to him instinctively. He wrote back to Alex, not just acknowledging his bravery, but also sharing his belief in the power of resilience. He told him that every person has a monster to face, but it is how we approach those monsters that truly defines us. John encouraged Alex to keep fighting, to let his voice be heard, and to continue being a beacon of hope for others. He promised to dedicate his next performance to everyone like Alex, who dared to stand up and fight for their beliefs.

The letter ignited something within John. It pushed him to dive even deeper into his music and activism. He started writing new songs, wanting to amplify the voices of those who felt silenced. Each lyric flowed from his heart, inspired by the brave individuals he met during his concerts and through letters like Alex’s. John’s music began to resonate even more with his fans, leading to sold-out shows and passionate audiences that sang along with him, united in their hopes for a better tomorrow.

As John’s career took off, he never forgot the impact of that simple letter. It was a reminder that music could heal, uplift, and inspire change. Through his journey, he learned that his voice mattered, not just for himself, but for those who needed a champion. And every time he sang “Monster,” he felt a deep connection to Alex and those like him, reclaiming their power through the anthem of resilience, courage, and unwavering hope.