the meaning did not change in the slightest you just didn't put any thought into the lyrics the first time you heard it. you do realize you're dying too right? if you forgot, you're *still* missing the point of the song
i still can't comprehend lamb of god's memento mori being ranked above this one on youtube if i search memento mori. This is an unforgettable song i will be listening to til i die. it's been a song through varying emotions for me. From pain to extreme happiness i fucking love this song. I love architects, and i'm devastated they will never be the same. i've got tattoos of their album covers. These albums will be with me forever.
Yes this song is extremely underated. However the lamb of god one is really good too. The first half of the song is a very good poem. By the darkest river, beneath the leafless trees I think I'm drowning, this dream is killing me (Wake up, wake up, wake up) In the coldest winter, between the fading lights I feel I'm falling into a frozen sky (Wake up, wake up, wake up) Past the blackest heaven, above the dying stars I watch me breaking into a million shards (Wake up, wake up, wake up) But through the hardest hour, below the cruelest sign I know I'm waking up from this wretched lie (Wake up, wake up) Wake up
If I read the lyrcs for this song I can clearly see how Tom was sure about his death when he wrote them. Rest in peace brother. Thanks for everything you taught me :(
As above, so below Dismantled piece by piece, what's left will not decease As within, so without The seasons bring relief Let me live and die in peace I will be consumed, returned into the earth Only passing through, nothing left to hold on to Like the thaw against the snow, into the undertow Cut the chord and cast me out Cast me out It's a promise that you cannot break Was your life worth dying for? The universe survives on give and take Death is an open door It's a promise that you cannot break Was your life worth dying for? The universe survives on give and take Decay is the only law As above, so below Dismantled piece by piece, what's left will not decease As within, so without The seasons bring relief Just let me live and die in peace It'll wear you down, through skin and bone It's as if my mind has a mind of it's own It'll wear you down, through skin and bone It's as if my mind has a mind of it's own When my heart skips two beats (I am hidden deep. Fast asleep) The sea will part, where oceans meet Finally complete It's a promise that you cannot break Was your life worth dying for? The universe survives on give and take Death is an open door It's a promise that you cannot break Was your life worth dying for? The universe survives on give and take Decay is the only law Swan song A declaration of endlessness I swear I will not look back, as I return into the black When the veil lifts, how will I know? How will I know? Will I see God? As above, so below Dismantled piece by piece, what's left will not decease As within, so without The seasons bring relief Just let me live and die in peace
"It's a promise you cannot break" hits so hard. Often promises are a positive thing. And if somebody breaks a promise, it was by choice. And this is the exact opposite.
I honestly can't believe at first that Tom passed away. I cried my eyes red today while at work. I just can't believe someone like him will be taken away at such a young age. He was such an inspiration to me, as a musician and as a very kind, genuine person. I met them once when they went here in the Philippines and it all felt very surreal. I remember meeting them after the concert. I had the chance to have a picture taken with Sam, since all other members, Ali, Tom, Dan, and Adam were already inside the van. I kept calling for Tom, because I have a massive crush on him and I really look up to him because he writes songs in such an elegant way. He eventually noticed me, pointed to himself, and I said, non-verbatim, "Yes! Tom, can I have a picture with you?" He was about to go out of the van but sadly he was stopped by the event organizers so he just smiled and waved at me. I was kinda envious of my friends who had the chance to have their picture taken with Tom but I think that would be our own simple moment. My mom, who also loves music, told me, that people who touch as have that effect. That even if we are not blood-related to them, their deaths affect us so much because they touched our lives, possibly even showed light in our lives. She told me that we have their music to keep us company and that they're always alive when we remember them. Much love, respect, and salute to Architects. Rest in Power, Tom.
I just could not hold the tears while I read your message, was really hard to read until the end. He will always live trough his music, he will always be here with us, this is the most important. Thank you for writing all this, it really made me feel better after a truly hard day. Much love to you and your mom.
It was really hard because Tom and Architects really had a big impact to everyone. I still have a hard time coping with his passing, and I just can't imagine how much more pain his family and his Architects family has to go through right now, but our thoughts and love are sent to them in spirit. Thank you very much for your kind response. Much love to you.
Yes, the lyrics he wrote helped me so much in one of my darkest moments, even helped to shape me as human being. I am sad for not having the opportunity to thank him for all he did for me. What makes me feel in peace is that I know he is free from pain and suffering. I hope his family and his friends find a way to go trough this moment, I hope they can be in peace soon. We, Architect's fans have to go trough this together, help each other. Love.
I was thinking the same, C.A.N.C.E.R. was right around the time he learned of it probably, and then this was his swan song because probably knew he would die this year. I can't listen to this without tears now. Easily one of the most powerful, if not the most powerful song I have heard.
He'd be dealing with it since Daybreaker, and it went into remission during the Lost Forever // Lost Together production. Unfortunately it came back and that's why AOGHAU has such a darker and nihilistic tone.
Honestly this album is probably going to be the album of the year for me, there isn't a single bad or meh song on this record I legitimately love all of the songs, these songs are the songs that you don't skip when shuffling songs no matter what mood you're in.
wish i could agree, other than gone with the wind, match made in heaven, gravity, and nihilist, most of the other songs are just too slow in comparison. They aren't necessarily bad but they dont have the same energy. Kind of disappointed tbh
I'd call myself a bit of a Gojira mega-fan (I have some of their artwork tattooed on my arm) but there is absolutely no way Magma could top this as album of the year. This is a geniune masterpiece and out of my 15 years of listening to metal it easily has the best ending of any album I've ever listened to.
Best album of the year..? Mates, you may not realize that this album will remain as one of the most iconic and everlasting albums of all time. Aside from the innovation Tom brought to the world of Metal, the state of mind and spirit he was in while writing this album gives it an additional sincerity and significance that we rarely have had the honour of being given to us. I have only gratitude to Tom for sharing this with us. It’s profoundly touching. Thank you, Architects ❤️🙏
So you're speaking of Tom since earlier but say "Thank you ARCHITECTS" in the end? Like, do the other members doesn't count, or...? I know that this song's a tribute to Tom but God, he wasn't the only member of Architects. And since he's gone and that it's Sam the songwriter now, everybody hate it. That means the band counted way too much on Tom, and that's NEVER a good thing. A band is a whole, not just ONE FUCKING member, even if he's dead.
I don't know how I got here to discover this mind-opening piece, but this song takes you back and forth, left and right, and all dimensions of all aspects of life, death, birth, and the end of light.
When I suddenly heard the words of Alan Watts in the song, I was simply left speechless at the end of listening to this song and the album I was left in a transcendental awe, simply astonishing. I didn't think they could set the bar any higher for themselves after Lost Forever // Lost Together, but they absolutely made a masterpiece with this album, incredible.
I just stumbled upon this one, never heard it before 2024. "When the veil lifts. How will I know? How will I Know? Will I see GOD?!". I am actually sobbing, like I have not gotten this emotional from a piece of music in YEARS. This song is an outstanding gift to art.
2014-2018 Architects is some peak. So happy you found this era of Architects If you liked this, I'd greatly suggest checking out their 2018 album, or listen to Heavener by Invent Animate, both albums are full of emotion.
Man, it is so eerie listening to this song after today. It's like Tom is communicating to us from the beyond... RIP Tom. Your music and lyrics have gotten me through so much in the last couple of years. Your influence will never be forgotten. "You can't hang onto yourself, you don't have to try NOT to hang onto yourself. It can't be done, and that is salvation. Memento Mori, Be mindful of death". CHILLS
What a perfect yet sad way to say goodbye. No matter what happens to this band moving forward, they will always hold special placein my heart. Rest in peace Tom
The best song of one of the greatest progressive metalcore albums ever made. I miss the talented, inspiring and creative Architects. I miss such profound lyrics, such composition of the top-level vocals and instrumental parts. I miss Tom. it only remains to be glad that _All Our Gods Have Abandoned Us_ and _Lost Forever // Lost Together_ have happened in this world.
This is the saddest thing I have ever heard, and when Tom passed away I listened again and I felt an unrelenting thump and pulse in my chest and I can't believe how sad I am really capable of being. Rest easy Tom, you fucking beautiful man.
This was my favorite song off the bat after originally hearing the album. I felt the emotion the band had put into the musical and lyrical composition. It only hit me harder today when i realized that this was Tom's goodbye to us. My heart rests heavy today. I can't fucking comprehend this. Just let me live and die in peace. We miss you, Tom.
am I the only one who thinks the meaning of this song is so... unique? I believe it's one of the most important songs ever written, the part of Alan Watt is spectacular too...
I agree it really is a masterpiece, The synths, the guitar riffs, The drums and especially The lyrics and The meaning of The song. It was really clever to incorporate quotes from Alan watts too. Rest in peace Tom
It's not fair. He's gone too soon. Ha, if he saw all of us blubbering like babies he'd probably poke fun at us and tell us that death is an ordinary part of life and that there's nothing to be sad about. But Tom, I know death is an ordinary part of life, just not when you're fucking 28 years old. It's just not fair. Tom had so much to give, there was just so much he could have done with the rest of his life. In those 28 years, he accomplished more than most people accomplish in their whole life. He was such a great songwriter, such a great guitarist (no matter how much you think yourself to be "a shit guitarist" Tom, I will forever disagree), and a very peaceful person with a lot of empathy and compassion for all. I just can't understand why the best people are snatched off the face of this earth so soon. The music he wrote helped us and the person that he was motivated us to become better people. Overall, he just made us better - he cured us of our illnesses, whether it be something to do with our mental health or our personalities. But when he needed a cure, there was nothing that anyone could do - and that pisses me off so fucking much. But if there is anything we can gain from his death is a new-found appreciation and purpose in life. We have something that he was robbed of, and we should value life now more than ever. We must put use to our lives because it's not right for us to just waste our chance of growing old while he could have done something great with that same chance. I know it's hard, but we must muster up the strength to move past this. Tom did not die for us to simply wither away into the shell of the person we once were. If anything, his death opens up a chance for us all to work towards becoming a fraction of the person he was to mend the hole in the greatness of our universe that was created when he passed away. (And Tom, I mean it when I say that you'll forever be in my heart. I can't even find the words to describe how much an influence you've made on my life and I sincerely mean it when I say that I've become a better person because of you. Your fascination with mindfulness has really rubbed off on me, and the positivity that you exuded took it's toll on my negativity. I am working towards developing a positive mindset to mirror yours with hopes of one day reaching the peacefulness and wisdom you had, as well as the compassion you had for everyone. Also, I've been practicing guitar a shit more than before to ensure that I'll at least become half the guitarist you were. So thank you for everything, Tom, wherever you may be. Thank you).
Hearing this album then playing Holy Hell afterwards really makes me feel like they´re connected, so many similarities in lyrics, almost if they´re one big story
I saw this other comment on another vid along these lines Gone with the wind - tom acknowledges he will die memento mori - his swansong Doomsday - tom has passed away hereafter - dealing with his death and gried a wasted hymn - having to move on
This song legit makes me cry. So much emotion has gone into this song I can't begin to imagine the pain Sam and the guys go through performing knowing he won't be along side them. It's so fucked up. Cancer fucking sucks it really does, its sad how it affects lives not just Tom's but anyone coping with it and their loved ones. It really cuts deep.
Listening to the lyrics after what happened with tom gave a whole new perspective. "Swan song" that was what really got to me. He knew that his time was almost up
Thanks, architects, I owe you a lot. Your music for many years has got me through some pretty dark and destructive times. Rip Tom. Your journey here may have been shorter than desirable, but the masterpieces you've made for us will live on for millennia and more. Rest easy mate ♥️
One year to the day and it still hits as hard. Rest in peace, Tom, you've done an amazing amount for your fans and this music scene in general. Thank you for inspiring me personally and breaking boundaries I didn't think could be reached in an 8 minute symphony
Glad some one else noticed it. I can hear those vibes throughout the entire song though. Even the first distorted guitar riff is a variation on the same repeated high motif in Interstellar.
so this was them telling us all along and we failed to realise? I can't listen to this song without thinking what it was really about and not have known. at least he died doing what he loved and what he was best at. RIP Tom
This sound is what the new albums are missing. Listen to the atmosphere. There is so much going on behind the music itself in this album and even on Lost together/Lost forever. Its not about chug riffs. Not the BLEGHS or whatever. The atmosphere. We will never hear music like this again.
I love Architects and they're still my favourite band but I will say, I also noticed that the songwriting has gone down a bit since Tom passed excluding a few songs. Feel free to correct me as I may have missed hidden meanings and subtleties.
The Swan Song lyrics still hit hard. I'm glad he didn't look back with any regret, all that he left in his wake was a stream of fans, friends, followers and brothers. Rest in Peace man :)
It makes me cry too dude. I'm so grateful that we all get to experience what they've created though. As much as it hurts that he's no longer with us, he wouldn't want us to be sad, he would want us to celebrate his life.
But its such a grate way to remeber him so i'm crying but im also proud of him that he were there for us and give these masterpiece of musik I will never forget him and his work
Time is running as hell. 8 years ago. This song is still one of favourite. Tom I hope ur in better place than we are. Death is part of the life cycle. Seems like people forgot it l.
My gran passed away a few weeks ago and her funeral was a couple of days ago. This song was already one of my favourites by Architects, but now I can't get it out of my head. It means so much more now. Thank you, Tom.
"Swan song, a declaration of endlessness I swear I will not look back as I return into the black When the veil lifts, how will I know, how will I know? Will I see God?" So deep, so beatiful and yet so tragical. It's very hard not to "feel" a thing while listening to this part. Very emotional.
Sam's rendition is devastating. I've never cried over a song but everytime I listen to memento mori I break down. It's too much musically and lyrically but in the best way.
I've read some comments about how Tom knew he was gonna die while writing this song. I think the "thing" in this song is that the only thing we know is that we are gonna die. Tom knew, but we kinda know too. So memento Mori, be mind of death, and live a life that you would be proud.
He only knew that his life is going to end soon, but he didn't know what is going to be on the other side, this song is kind of a last goodbye to the world.
heard this song before i even realised Tom had passed away. such a fucking tragedy. it's completely changed the way i understand this song. before i didn't really know what it was about and it was just a great, complex, heavy song but now it's so overwhelming...i can't imagine what they must have felt when recording this. your soul is free now Tom, rest in power.
+Luffy Joke Central That would be life changing. Sadly, I doubt they'd ever even attempt to perform this live. It just seems too hard to do, and they've said the same.
+Leora Ojadi we are talking about Architects. We are talking about the BLEGH vocalist. I believe they can pull out ANYTHING. Though it might be hard, am pretty sure they will do it for a special show.
@@wessteyrn7746it’s not because this is hard to play, it’s actually easy compared to their old stuff, but they don’t play this live bc the lyrics reminds the band of Tom
I got Memento Mori tattooed on my wrist to reminds myself every day that being alive is a blessing. And to never go back to what got me to the worst point in my life again.
This is a Masterpiece. I keep coming back to this song all the time, this one is special to me, I know how fucking hard it must've been. Thank you Tom, for everything, thank you Architects.
I think Toms last message to us was: "Live a life worth dying for."
And know those are literally lyrics from the new album
❤️❤️
being remindful of death moment mori You only have one life so trust it it’s their
"Can you feel the empty space? Can you feel the fire at the gates? Can you live a life worth dying for?" - A Wasted Hymn
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"Just let me live and die in peace"... fuck... RIP Tom :(
Wait the lead singer died?
RIP Tom. This was his goodbye to us.
Absolutely devastating mate.
This song took on a completely different meaning after hearing about it.
Listened to it all day on repeat. My eyes are swollen.
I'm completely gutted.
the meaning did not change in the slightest you just didn't put any thought into the lyrics the first time you heard it. you do realize you're dying too right? if you forgot, you're *still* missing the point of the song
Rumford Chimpenstein Good vibes, mate ✌️
@@rumfordc you are absolutely right! 👍
i still can't comprehend lamb of god's memento mori being ranked above this one on youtube if i search memento mori. This is an unforgettable song i will be listening to til i die. it's been a song through varying emotions for me. From pain to extreme happiness i fucking love this song. I love architects, and i'm devastated they will never be the same. i've got tattoos of their album covers. These albums will be with me forever.
i love everything they do and can't wait till for the album
Yes this song is extremely underated. However the lamb of god one is really good too. The first half of the song is a very good poem.
By the darkest river, beneath the leafless trees
I think I'm drowning, this dream is killing me
(Wake up, wake up, wake up)
In the coldest winter, between the fading lights
I feel I'm falling into a frozen sky
(Wake up, wake up, wake up)
Past the blackest heaven, above the dying stars
I watch me breaking into a million shards
(Wake up, wake up, wake up)
But through the hardest hour, below the cruelest sign
I know I'm waking up from this wretched lie
(Wake up, wake up)
Wake up
Both are soo good songs but yes architects one underrated
Depeche Mode and Marduk also have albums with the same title apparently.
If I read the lyrcs for this song I can clearly see how Tom was sure about his death when he wrote them.
Rest in peace brother.
Thanks for everything you taught me :(
rip... We will remember you Tom
As above, so below
Dismantled piece by piece, what's left will not decease
As within, so without
The seasons bring relief
Let me live and die in peace
I will be consumed, returned into the earth
Only passing through, nothing left to hold on to
Like the thaw against the snow, into the undertow
Cut the chord and cast me out
Cast me out
It's a promise that you cannot break
Was your life worth dying for?
The universe survives on give and take
Death is an open door
It's a promise that you cannot break
Was your life worth dying for?
The universe survives on give and take
Decay is the only law
As above, so below
Dismantled piece by piece, what's left will not decease
As within, so without
The seasons bring relief
Just let me live and die in peace
It'll wear you down, through skin and bone
It's as if my mind has a mind of it's own
It'll wear you down, through skin and bone
It's as if my mind has a mind of it's own
When my heart skips two beats
(I am hidden deep. Fast asleep)
The sea will part, where oceans meet
Finally complete
It's a promise that you cannot break
Was your life worth dying for?
The universe survives on give and take
Death is an open door
It's a promise that you cannot break
Was your life worth dying for?
The universe survives on give and take
Decay is the only law
Swan song
A declaration of endlessness
I swear I will not look back, as I return into the black
When the veil lifts, how will I know?
How will I know?
Will I see God?
As above, so below
Dismantled piece by piece, what's left will not decease
As within, so without
The seasons bring relief
Just let me live and die in peace
"It's a promise you cannot break" hits so hard. Often promises are a positive thing. And if somebody breaks a promise, it was by choice. And this is the exact opposite.
I honestly can't believe at first that Tom passed away. I cried my eyes red today while at work. I just can't believe someone like him will be taken away at such a young age.
He was such an inspiration to me, as a musician and as a very kind, genuine person. I met them once when they went here in the Philippines and it all felt very surreal. I remember meeting them after the concert. I had the chance to have a picture taken with Sam, since all other members, Ali, Tom, Dan, and Adam were already inside the van. I kept calling for Tom, because I have a massive crush on him and I really look up to him because he writes songs in such an elegant way. He eventually noticed me, pointed to himself, and I said, non-verbatim, "Yes! Tom, can I have a picture with you?" He was about to go out of the van but sadly he was stopped by the event organizers so he just smiled and waved at me. I was kinda envious of my friends who had the chance to have their picture taken with Tom but I think that would be our own simple moment. My mom, who also loves music, told me, that people who touch as have that effect. That even if we are not blood-related to them, their deaths affect us so much because they touched our lives, possibly even showed light in our lives. She told me that we have their music to keep us company and that they're always alive when we remember them. Much love, respect, and salute to Architects.
Rest in Power, Tom.
I just could not hold the tears while I read your message, was really hard to read until the end. He will always live trough his music, he will always be here with us, this is the most important.
Thank you for writing all this, it really made me feel better after a truly hard day. Much love to you and your mom.
It was really hard because Tom and Architects really had a big impact to everyone. I still have a hard time coping with his passing, and I just can't imagine how much more pain his family and his Architects family has to go through right now, but our thoughts and love are sent to them in spirit. Thank you very much for your kind response. Much love to you.
Yes, the lyrics he wrote helped me so much in one of my darkest moments, even helped to shape me as human being. I am sad for not having the opportunity to thank him for all he did for me. What makes me feel in peace is that I know he is free from pain and suffering. I hope his family and his friends find a way to go trough this moment, I hope they can be in peace soon.
We, Architect's fans have to go trough this together, help each other.
Love.
*hug*
:'(
It feels now like so many songs in Architects' oeuvre were foreshadowing Tom's tragic death, but none more than this one. I'm tearing up rn
I was thinking the same, C.A.N.C.E.R. was right around the time he learned of it probably, and then this was his swan song because probably knew he would die this year. I can't listen to this without tears now. Easily one of the most powerful, if not the most powerful song I have heard.
hugs architects fam :(
so true. The break in this song with the clock ticking before the super heavy... it's just creepy now
He'd be dealing with it since Daybreaker, and it went into remission during the Lost Forever // Lost Together production. Unfortunately it came back and that's why AOGHAU has such a darker and nihilistic tone.
Honestly this album is probably going to be the album of the year for me, there isn't a single bad or meh song on this record I legitimately love all of the songs, these songs are the songs that you don't skip when shuffling songs no matter what mood you're in.
wish i could agree, other than gone with the wind, match made in heaven, gravity, and nihilist, most of the other songs are just too slow in comparison. They aren't necessarily bad but they dont have the same energy. Kind of disappointed tbh
Yes
It's definitely up there, but Hellyeah's new album is giving it a run for its money!
I'd call myself a bit of a Gojira mega-fan (I have some of their artwork tattooed on my arm) but there is absolutely no way Magma could top this as album of the year. This is a geniune masterpiece and out of my 15 years of listening to metal it easily has the best ending of any album I've ever listened to.
Don't agree. Loved Mudvayne so much more. @0118
Fucking hell this hits so hard right now, RIP Tom.
I was jamming out to Architects earlier and a couple hours later came across the news...RIP. I'll really miss him.
really strange to know he wrote this so close to death. what absolutely awful news.
Stephen Bishop I think he knew.
That's whats so tragic about the whole thing.
Best album of the year..?
Mates, you may not realize that this album will remain as one of the most iconic and everlasting albums of all time.
Aside from the innovation Tom brought to the world of Metal, the state of mind and spirit he was in while writing this album gives it an additional sincerity and significance that we rarely have had the honour of being given to us.
I have only gratitude to Tom for sharing this with us. It’s profoundly touching.
Thank you, Architects ❤️🙏
Only best album of The year? I would have an extremely Hard time trying to find a bryter album, it truly is a masterpiece
Still a masterpiece.
@@travisdelee8647 Forever will be.
So you're speaking of Tom since earlier but say "Thank you ARCHITECTS" in the end? Like, do the other members doesn't count, or...?
I know that this song's a tribute to Tom but God, he wasn't the only member of Architects. And since he's gone and that it's Sam the songwriter now, everybody hate it. That means the band counted way too much on Tom, and that's NEVER a good thing. A band is a whole, not just ONE FUCKING member, even if he's dead.
@@chrisredfield2301you sound very smooth brained and lack emotional intelligence
I don't know how I got here to discover this mind-opening piece, but this song takes you back and forth, left and right, and all dimensions of all aspects of life, death, birth, and the end of light.
When I suddenly heard the words of Alan Watts in the song, I was simply left speechless at the end of listening to this song and the album I was left in a transcendental awe, simply astonishing. I didn't think they could set the bar any higher for themselves after Lost Forever // Lost Together, but they absolutely made a masterpiece with this album, incredible.
THAT CLOCK. It makes you feel on your mind that time is going by relentlessly.
I just stumbled upon this one, never heard it before 2024. "When the veil lifts. How will I know? How will I Know? Will I see GOD?!". I am actually sobbing, like I have not gotten this emotional from a piece of music in YEARS. This song is an outstanding gift to art.
2014-2018 Architects is some peak. So happy you found this era of Architects
If you liked this, I'd greatly suggest checking out their 2018 album, or listen to Heavener by Invent Animate, both albums are full of emotion.
Man, it is so eerie listening to this song after today. It's like Tom is communicating to us from the beyond...
RIP Tom. Your music and lyrics have gotten me through so much in the last couple of years. Your influence will never be forgotten.
"You can't hang onto yourself, you don't have to try NOT to hang onto yourself. It can't be done, and that is salvation. Memento Mori, Be mindful of death".
CHILLS
the complexity of this song is brilliant one of the best end album song ever
To me t's right up there with Parkway's Blue And The Grey to end Atlas.
parkway drive just went downhill since Horizons, with Deep Blue being their last good album, after Horizons ofcourse
You might like "Wintersun - Time" as well :)
@@homerdj0nt IRE was a downer, Reverence is way better towards IRE and yeah as Manny mentioned The colour of leaving is dedicated to Tom.
"Memento mori. Be mindful of death"
Rest in peace Tom. Thank you for all the bliss you brought to our ears and souls. You will be remembered.
this song has a new meaning today
This song is something different now. No words are needed. All the love to Tom and his family, your music will not be forgotten.
Agree with this so much! The album, and particularly this song has just taken on a new level. What a perfect Swan Song.
This is the most powerful, emotional song I think I've ever heard
R.I.P. Tom Searle
The "Swaaan Sooong" part is the most brutal yet most emotional part for me.
It gives me chills all over the body
Just imagine how Sam must have felt, screaming those vocals well knowing what they truly mean..
What a perfect yet sad way to say goodbye. No matter what happens to this band moving forward, they will always hold special placein my heart.
Rest in peace Tom
The best song of one of the greatest progressive metalcore albums ever made.
I miss the talented, inspiring and creative Architects.
I miss such profound lyrics, such composition of the top-level vocals and instrumental parts.
I miss Tom.
it only remains to be glad that _All Our Gods Have Abandoned Us_ and _Lost Forever // Lost Together_ have happened in this world.
Perhaps the most important song of my entire life. Memento Mori introduced me to Alan Watts and from there my entire out look on life has changed.
Me as well Gandy
This is the saddest thing I have ever heard, and when Tom passed away I listened again and I felt an unrelenting thump and pulse in my chest and I can't believe how sad I am really capable of being.
Rest easy Tom, you fucking beautiful man.
This was my favorite song off the bat after originally hearing the album. I felt the emotion the band had put into the musical and lyrical composition. It only hit me harder today when i realized that this was Tom's goodbye to us. My heart rests heavy today. I can't fucking comprehend this.
Just let me live and die in peace.
We miss you, Tom.
this is so epic I can't contain my love for this song. the lyrics and the power of the melody. masterpiece
am I the only one who thinks the meaning of this song is so... unique? I believe it's one of the most important songs ever written, the part of Alan Watt is spectacular too...
I agree it really is a masterpiece, The synths, the guitar riffs, The drums and especially The lyrics and The meaning of The song. It was really clever to incorporate quotes from Alan watts too. Rest in peace Tom
It's not fair. He's gone too soon.
Ha, if he saw all of us blubbering like babies he'd probably poke fun at us and tell us that death is an ordinary part of life and that there's nothing to be sad about. But Tom, I know death is an ordinary part of life, just not when you're fucking 28 years old. It's just not fair.
Tom had so much to give, there was just so much he could have done with the rest of his life. In those 28 years, he accomplished more than most people accomplish in their whole life. He was such a great songwriter, such a great guitarist (no matter how much you think yourself to be "a shit guitarist" Tom, I will forever disagree), and a very peaceful person with a lot of empathy and compassion for all. I just can't understand why the best people are snatched off the face of this earth so soon.
The music he wrote helped us and the person that he was motivated us to become better people. Overall, he just made us better - he cured us of our illnesses, whether it be something to do with our mental health or our personalities. But when he needed a cure, there was nothing that anyone could do - and that pisses me off so fucking much.
But if there is anything we can gain from his death is a new-found appreciation and purpose in life. We have something that he was robbed of, and we should value life now more than ever. We must put use to our lives because it's not right for us to just waste our chance of growing old while he could have done something great with that same chance. I know it's hard, but we must muster up the strength to move past this. Tom did not die for us to simply wither away into the shell of the person we once were. If anything, his death opens up a chance for us all to work towards becoming a fraction of the person he was to mend the hole in the greatness of our universe that was created when he passed away.
(And Tom, I mean it when I say that you'll forever be in my heart. I can't even find the words to describe how much an influence you've made on my life and I sincerely mean it when I say that I've become a better person because of you. Your fascination with mindfulness has really rubbed off on me, and the positivity that you exuded took it's toll on my negativity. I am working towards developing a positive mindset to mirror yours with hopes of one day reaching the peacefulness and wisdom you had, as well as the compassion you had for everyone. Also, I've been practicing guitar a shit more than before to ensure that I'll at least become half the guitarist you were. So thank you for everything, Tom, wherever you may be. Thank you).
Hearing this album then playing Holy Hell afterwards really makes me feel like they´re connected, so many similarities in lyrics, almost if they´re one big story
definitely - so true.
I saw this other comment on another vid along these lines
Gone with the wind - tom acknowledges he will die
memento mori - his swansong
Doomsday - tom has passed away
hereafter - dealing with his death and gried
a wasted hymn - having to move on
This song legit makes me cry. So much emotion has gone into this song I can't begin to imagine the pain Sam and the guys go through performing knowing he won't be along side them. It's so fucked up. Cancer fucking sucks it really does, its sad how it affects lives not just Tom's but anyone coping with it and their loved ones. It really cuts deep.
The intro is probably one of the best things I've ever heard
Listening to the lyrics after what happened with tom gave a whole new perspective. "Swan song" that was what really got to me. He knew that his time was almost up
One of the best albums of the year!
the best imo, i was doubting this would top saosin's along the shadow for me, but 5 songs in it already did.
But I wonder if this album is better than the last one or not. Because the last album is just too perfect.
and it was too good to be true.
the last one was perfect. This is out of this world.
RIP Tom. Thank you for everything
Thanks, architects, I owe you a lot. Your music for many years has got me through some pretty dark and destructive times.
Rip Tom. Your journey here may have been shorter than desirable, but the masterpieces you've made for us will live on for millennia and more. Rest easy mate ♥️
If I were to tattoo some of the lyrics on me, I could not choose one or two lines. I would have to tattoo the entire song. The lyrics are that good.
I was just thinking, when read, the lyrics alone would make for some good poetry
Indeed they would : )
AHHHHHHHHH!!! this song makes me tear up everytime I listen to it
I just got the album artwork tattoo’d instead, one of the greatest albums of all time
amazing almost black metal style blast beats at the end
Wow, architects’ ending tracks are always amazing.
This truly was a ending track
Have to love the Alan Watts audio
RIP Tom, been playing your albums all day since hearing the news... this song hits hard the most for me though... so moving...
One year to the day and it still hits as hard. Rest in peace, Tom, you've done an amazing amount for your fans and this music scene in general. Thank you for inspiring me personally and breaking boundaries I didn't think could be reached in an 8 minute symphony
The most hitting and central line of this song is :" Will I see god?"
i Hope tom. I hope you and god are best friends up there ...
this is their greatest piece of art yet, it's beyond good, words can not describe how good it is
Best song I ever heard
You haven't heard much good music then, this is great but not 'best ever heard' load of Bollucks mate
+Ryan stone Everyone connects to this differently. "Best song I ever heard" can literally apply to any song and is based on perspective, not fact.
+Ryan stone And that's your own opinion.
It's really one of the best songs in the world 😊
RIP Tom, gone but not forgotten mate. You've left us with some incredible songs that your legacy is embedded in
My favourite Architects song! Absolutely beautiful. Rest in peace Tom. You will be forever missed!
I'm literally drowning in my tears after hearing this song. RIP Tom...
The second half has some strong Interstellar vibes
definetely
Glad some one else noticed it. I can hear those vibes throughout the entire song though. Even the first distorted guitar riff is a variation on the same repeated high motif in Interstellar.
Came here to say this.
check lost forever lost together ity has many songs like that
Savage Cabbage broken cross and dead man talking are good examples
so this was them telling us all along and we failed to realise? I can't listen to this song without thinking what it was really about and not have known. at least he died doing what he loved and what he was best at. RIP Tom
I don't listen to this often, but when I do... the feels... RIP Tom, and thanks for the art.
tears only tears after toms loss with one of the most amazing songs ever written
This sound is what the new albums are missing. Listen to the atmosphere. There is so much going on behind the music itself in this album and even on Lost together/Lost forever. Its not about chug riffs. Not the BLEGHS or whatever. The atmosphere. We will never hear music like this again.
The philosophical atmosphere and reflection.
This
I love Architects and they're still my favourite band but I will say, I also noticed that the songwriting has gone down a bit since Tom passed excluding a few songs. Feel free to correct me as I may have missed hidden meanings and subtleties.
Take a look at Heavener by Invent Animate, it's full of that atmosphere you're looking for
he was trying to warn us wasn't he... even with C.A.N.C.E.R. released in previous album... I'm crying for a third day
The Swan Song lyrics still hit hard.
I'm glad he didn't look back with any regret, all that he left in his wake was a stream of fans, friends, followers and brothers.
Rest in Peace man :)
Well, we all know why we're listening to this today...
so true man. this song is making me cry dude. what an amazing way to end his legacy. "momento mori - be mindful of death".
put the racket on triple j app on the other day and this was the first song to come on. absolutely love it so much r.i.p. tom
It makes me cry too dude. I'm so grateful that we all get to experience what they've created though. As much as it hurts that he's no longer with us, he wouldn't want us to be sad, he would want us to celebrate his life.
But its such a grate way to remeber him so i'm crying but im also proud of him that he were there for us and give these masterpiece of musik
I will never forget him and his work
"The universe survives on give and take" Rest in peace Tom, so sad :(
RIP Tom, I saw him in February and I can't believe this... You will always be in our hearts.
5:50 ownard pummeled my face in.
It's funny how I know exactly which part you're talking about without even having to skip to know or remember the part.
Leora Ojadi that blast beat tore me a new one.
tic tic tic
this album is the best album ever created.
Hands down best track of the album. There isn't a bad track on this album anyways, it's all so good.
SWAN SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOONG
A DECLARATION OF ENDLESSNESS
I SWEAR I WILL NOT BACK
AS I RETURN INTO THE BLACK
*I swear I will not look back
That got an entirely different meaning now :(
how the fuck did this change the meaning at all?? you clearly just put zero thought into the lyrics when u first listened to it
when "Will i see God" hit, its scary because in afterlife, if you can't see God then you know you are not in peace/ you are in hell
Time is running as hell. 8 years ago. This song is still one of favourite. Tom I hope ur in better place than we are. Death is part of the life cycle. Seems like people forgot it l.
My gran passed away a few weeks ago and her funeral was a couple of days ago.
This song was already one of my favourites by Architects, but now I can't get it out of my head. It means so much more now. Thank you, Tom.
As above, so below.
Dismantled piece by piece, what's left will not decease.
literally cried listening to this song again. it has a new meaning that just hits you like a brick wall
They really outdid themselves , goddamn this is easily the best album of the year
sitting in my car at 1 am, all streets are empty and i listen to this incredible, sad song makes me always crying!
5:51 this part caught me off guard the first time I herd it and I'm not lying it gave me goosebumps
I was falling asleep to this and the moment it hit this part, I instantly woke up and was wide awake. So unexpected lol.
"Swan song, a declaration of endlessness
I swear I will not look back as I return into the black
When the veil lifts, how will I know, how will I know?
Will I see God?"
So deep, so beatiful and yet so tragical. It's very hard not to "feel" a thing while listening to this part. Very emotional.
Sam's rendition is devastating. I've never cried over a song but everytime I listen to memento mori I break down. It's too much musically and lyrically but in the best way.
You will be forever loved and missed. Thank you for be more than an artist a person.
Nothing left to hold onto. Tom Searle, you are alive in our hearts ❤️
I've read some comments about how Tom knew he was gonna die while writing this song. I think the "thing" in this song is that the only thing we know is that we are gonna die. Tom knew, but we kinda know too. So memento Mori, be mind of death, and live a life that you would be proud.
He only knew that his life is going to end soon, but he didn't know what is going to be on the other side, this song is kind of a last goodbye to the world.
"When my heart skips two beats
(I am hidden deep. Fast asleep)
The sea will part, where oceans meet
Finally complete"
Rest in peace Tom, we love you
3 months before he died, Tom knew what was to come, RIP Tom.
heard this song before i even realised Tom had passed away. such a fucking tragedy. it's completely changed the way i understand this song. before i didn't really know what it was about and it was just a great, complex, heavy song but now it's so overwhelming...i can't imagine what they must have felt when recording this.
your soul is free now Tom, rest in power.
rest in peace tom, this song will always hit home.
Miss this beautiful sound, this emotion on the lyrics.
Those blast beats at the end... Marvelous!
Favorite song on the album by far.
Now lets take a moment to imagine this song live. Bleeeeeeegh
+Luffy Joke Central That would be life changing. Sadly, I doubt they'd ever even attempt to perform this live. It just seems too hard to do, and they've said the same.
+Leora Ojadi we are talking about Architects. We are talking about the BLEGH vocalist. I believe they can pull out ANYTHING. Though it might be hard, am pretty sure they will do it for a special show.
@@wessteyrn7746it’s not because this is hard to play, it’s actually easy compared to their old stuff, but they don’t play this live bc the lyrics reminds the band of Tom
Goddamn. I didn't know a song with blast beats could have so much emotion. Rest in peace, Tom.
Late to the party, but a friend wanted to check this amazing group out and just gotta say did not regret checking them out..new fan here.
This song make me cry..:,( This was Tom s goodbye to us :( Thanks Tom for everything!
What a Great peace of music...i get goosebumps
Was listening to this as I found out about Tom.
Fuck.
This here opened up my eyes on so many levels and I now understand it... Rip Tom your pain and suffering is now over.
I can't believe it. I'm literally in tears right now.
I got Memento Mori tattooed on my wrist to reminds myself every day that being alive is a blessing. And to never go back to what got me to the worst point in my life again.
RIP Tom, your legacy will live on 💙
Definitely there magnum opus that blast beat caught me by surprise, a good day of releases with this and napoleon
Blasting this on repeat today. RIP Tom.
This song made me tear my eyes 💔
RIP TOM.....U WILL LIVE IN OUR HEARTS FOREVER
5:48 tick. tick. tick. SWAG SON!
😂"Swag son." Well that's what I'll say from now on.
This is a Masterpiece. I keep coming back to this song all the time, this one is special to me, I know how fucking hard it must've been. Thank you Tom, for everything, thank you Architects.
Rest in Peace, Tom. You will be missed, and your legacy will live in the music you helped create.
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Just discovered this band today. Loved what I've heard so far.
“As above, so below, as within, so without, as the universe, so the soul…” Hermes Trismegistus
RIP Tom