Let me start off by saying, I want to.

I have tried multiple times to get going. Tried a binge session of the whole first season, tried watching an episode at a time a year or two later. I’ve tried smoking some weed and watching 2-3 episodes to try to get locked in… Nothing.

I think the furthest I’ve gotten is halfway through season 2, and I always, without fail, fall asleep before the end of the episode.

For context, I enjoyed Breaking Bad, Game of Thrones(until I didn’t), Sons of Anarchy, and most of the bigger names in drama television over the years. I don’t have an issue with long, monologue-heavy movies such as Quentin Tarantino’s, and I’m able to stay in engaged in the storyline in just about every other “serious” show that requires your full attention.

What the fuck is up with me and The Sopranos? What am I missing? I feel like an idiot. It’s supposed to be the best show ever. I’ve seen all the famous clips and one-liners, I want to put it all together. It seems like everyone who enjoys this kind of television recommends this show… but every time I try I just can’t stick with it.

Help me.. I want to like it.