There is so much to consider on this topic. I know they love us, that much is clear and extremely evident. Thats not what this thread is about. Its about what they think, everytime they walk past a magazine stand full of teen girl magazines, all with their faces on it. Its about what they feel, when mobbed at an ice cream shop.

I know its got to feel absoloutely amazing, wonderful, uplifting, rewarding. But do they ever miss the old days? Do they ever just stop and dwell on the drive and dedication that put them where they are today? Do they even have time to do that?

At times, I envy them beyond belief. They are living a dream most would die to have. And at times, I feel my heart breaking for them. I know its their life, its what they want. Or they wouldn't put as much passion into everything they do. Im not saying they should stop, its a great opportunity, an amazing life to live. A stressful life to live.

I just wonder what runs through those tired and thoroughly exhausted brains every day, you know? I wonder how they stay so strong. I know its through their wonderful family and God, but I couldn't do it.

And then I remember - they're only teenagers. Young Adults. Doing things no one has ever done before for me in the world of music.

Truly "Kids of the Future," in my opinion.

Sorry,  I just needed to say something along those lines. Its been eating away at me for a while.

Yea I know what you mean

I think that they are enjoying there fame, but I’m sure that there are times when they wish they could go back to the old day's and not get attacked at an ice cream shop.

I miss the old days were tickets were less then $20, and there was a meet and greet almost every concert, and one person could meet them easily *points to sig*, but that was back in 2005 and 2006.

I'm not going to lie I am very proud that they got this big it’s what they always wanted.

I'm actually new here and this is my first post, but I'm so glad that I found this place. Yes, sometimes I do miss the old days, not really because they've changed so much, but because their fan base has changed. I think it's been discussed here before, but I'm referring to the "Disney Fans", those whose only impression of the Jonas Brothers is that which they see on TV.  I feel that I'm one of those more "mature" fans who is a fan of them for a lot more than just what they look like. To me, they're one of the more authentic popular artists out there right now. Their music just has a this soul and life to it that you don't see too often in a music world where every other song on the charts is about "the club this" and "the club that", and how "i met so and so in the club so let's dance with the DJ". They're very unique at a time when music on the radio is really starting to all sound the same. Maybe that's why their popularity has soared so much? Maybe there are a lot of other music fans who are looking for the same thing and finally found it in them? Anyone else agree? I just hope that with their increasing popularity that they stick to the music that made them so popular in the first place. Music that's more than just a catchy beat or chorus, like so many other songs out there today.

I was thinking about this today, actually. I started thinking a lot about it after I saw this video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P5-HNiWOBHc

There is no doubt about it-- they are three very lucky guys. They are really talented and to make it in the entertainment industry in Hollywood is a big, big deal. Hollywood is so competitive. There are so many promising actors, actresses, musicians... it's not easy to get into a business like that. But the Jonas Brothers, obviously, have something very special about them and have been blessed to be part of that. Their job is to do what they have a passion for, what they love. That's something they should be really proud of and, of course, something that we should all be proud of for them as well.

In addition to that, I'm sure the job gets pretty tough. Of course, they get tired and there are probably days where they want to just live a " normal " lifestyle. What's normal about being surrounded by screaming fans everywhere you go? What's normal about getting up on stage every single night and performing? There's nothing normal about that. That's extraordinary and mind-boggling! I would love to have a job where I can create awesome music out of scratch and be paid for it! I would love to have a job where I can inspire others through music and make an impression on millions of people. That's an amazing job.

Although I have absolutely no doubts that they are extremely thankful for all of the fans that support them, I'm sure they want those days where they can walk around without a bodyguard having to be with them to protect them, without thousands of screaming girls all around them. I'm sure there are days where all they want to do is stay in bed and do normal things as brothers and as individuals.

I think, when it all boils down to it... if you really love what you do, if you really have a passion for it... no matter how crazy things may get, you would still never trade it for the world. This is what they love to do. I think the Jonas Brothers have made that very clear to us. Don't you think? :)

Fame is a two edged sword.

I remember the days when the boys where SO excited to meet fans. And they where stoked to have more people in the audience than they did on the stage.

The worked REALLY hard & deserve what they have.

The boys put there hearts & souls into make people happy every single day. But sometimes I think some of the fans are far from respectful.

The other day they went to get ice cream in New Jersey and got mobbed by about 500 kids. Same thing at Oprah.

Everytime the guys take a picture with a girl, whether it be a suspected girlfriend or a fan, people right horrible & nasty things about whoever they are stood with. some of these girls are the boys bestfriends. Do they really think they want people bashing there friends? Its not fair at all.

Same with Frankie. I dont know whether anyone else has noticed, but I've seen Frankie recently on like paparazzi film & pictures, and the kid looks absolutly terrified. Give him a break, he's 7 years old. he's not even in the band yet people are up in his face.

And imagine in the future when they all have kids of there own? It'll be 10 times worse.

Deep down, they will always be just 3 Jersey boys, who worked hard for everything they have.

But people should give them more respect.