Drake Bell Opens up About Old Song ‘In The End’
Drake Bell opened up in a TikTok video that “In The End,” an older song from his debut album Telegraph, references lyrics relating to his sexual abuse.
Bell recently came out about his sexual abuse in a shocking fashion in the recent documentary series Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV now streaming on MAX. The former child star explained how Brian Peck, a convicted child sex predator, sexually assaulted Bell while working on The Amanda Show.
He recently posted a video with the phrase, “Wrote this song when I was 15 about what happened before I said anything to anyone,” over him listening to the track.
@drakebell ♬ In the End – Drake Bell
Bell’s claim to fame started with Nickelodeon’s The Amanda Show but received his own series along with Josh Peck in Nickelodeon’s Drake & Josh. Dan Schneider was the creator for both television series. Drake & Josh was a massive hit, and today is still enjoyed by many on Netflix. He also went on to star in the live-action A Fairly Odd Movie: Grow Up, Timmy Turner!
Bell started a music career and released his debut album in 2005, where the track “In The End” resurfaced from his video. His sixth album, Nonstop Fight, is set to release this year.
Drake Bell is opening up about a song he penned for his debut album, where he alluded to the sexual abuse he suffered as a teenager.
— Deadline Hollywood (@DEADLINE) March 26, 2024
In a new TikTok video, Bell shared that the song “In the End” was about the traumatic experience he lived https://t.co/qi9q72YIgM
The song’s standout lyrics are: “And where have you been since it’s been over? Over my shoulder under my skin, Will you ever return again?”
“The monsters in your head have left you all to yourself, It’s alright if ugly little things remind you of how it felt,”
“Another day gone without a say, But it’s okay if you turn away, And feel the memories bringin’ you down.”
My heart goes out to Drake Bell. Had I known what he went through, I would have wanted to give him a mom hug. Never could I have imagined he suffered to this extent. Hollywood needs to do better. I started my publication in 2006 to give a seat at the table to so many young actors… pic.twitter.com/bX5big0Cax
— Nikki Fowler (@NikkiFowler28) March 20, 2024
After sharing his story, he has received support from fans and former cast members, including former co-star Peck. His relationship with Bell has been questioned ever since the series ended, therefore fans saw great meaning to Peck’s support of Bell.
Bell will speak more on his troubling experience in Hollywood, as a fifth episode of Quiet on Set will air on April 7. The series is currently streaming on MAX.
