The sax solo after the rap was the perfect embodiedment of what we should feel after learning about Futaba. It's so heart wrenching aswell as powerful, it honestly just feels like Futaba crying out in a heart-filled plea, wanting to go back to the days when her mother was there. Then later on in the solo after the break feels like how she feels after joining the Phantom Thieves, keeping her old identity and finding her own self through her emotions and the mental battles she's fought. Thank you for making a cover of this, if it sounds this good live, then I can't wait to see what else you do. Again, thank you.
Thank you so much for this wonderful comment. This is exactly the intention behind what we were trying to do, and you described it in an even better way than we could have. It means a lot that you and others could feel this from what we did.
GenericYXZChild ? That’s why I always make Joker date her. Poor thing just cries, because she doesn’t even know how to process that kinda thing after the hell she went through. Sad that she isn’t in Smash Ultimate for some reason.
I've literally never played any Persona Game. After the rap and the sax solo hits i couldn't help but cry. I lost my mother 2 years ago and this just hits really close to home. This is such a sublime piece and example of how music can move someone
Cameron, I am very sorry for your loss. I can't imagine what you have went and are still going through today. It really means a lot that our music could give you such a visceral experience even without knowing anything about the game. Please know that you, and everyone else who has been experiencing loss like this, are in our hearts. Our music doesn't come from a place of theory or flashiness; it's all about the passion, spirit, and emotions we want to share and evoke from all of you, and this is why your comment moves me. I hope we can be a source of happiness and positive energy for you going forward, and you can always count on our music to be about that every time! - Pat
I'm sorry for your loss man... I really am. Persona 5 is an amazing experience that helps me to completely disconnect from the real life for a couple of hours and dice into this fantastic and immersive world, and just be relaxed and connect with the awesome characters it has.
The sax part at 4:01 after the line "I wish the days my mother was there" sounds like a cry from a kid for his mom. Perfect embodiment of that line musically 🔥🔥🔥
The whole song from the rap onward is so emotionally charged. When Patrick broke that note at 5:01 I could /feel/ a bit of Futaba's anguish, feeling responsible for her mother's apparent suicide. Thats some phenomenal sax playing by Patrick. Everybody did so well.
For anybody wondering the lyrics to the rap section. I spent an hour trying to make them and I believe I have the actual lyrics for the song. __________________________________________ I was a kid With no cares of what you went through during your bed and the books I know emotions spilled over the lid, and I wish I could take back all of the things that I did, All of the times that I grew tired of being inside, all of the times I wanted more than what my mom could provide, If it meant that all the guilt and the pain wouldn't be harvested, I swear I'd take it back to the moment it all started And I'd stomach all the boredom I felt, and understand you had to take a lot of time for yourself, I promise I'd wait, Make an effort to end my issues knowing that later on I'd get to spend time time with you, cause now The only flashbacks in my head, are the men in suits yelling "you're the reason she's dead" And at the same time I'm counting the days that I am going to keep myself inside this room till I can join you! Away from everybody else So I wont be the reason behind every single time they threw a fit And people might forget I exist, but when it comes to their life, at least they cant say I ruined it It's not that I'm, not able to stay calm, I just have nothing left from only wanting my mom And if I could join you would still see me as a newsence, Do I really have no room for improvement? If the both of us go where there's no ground beneath it Does that mean I'm of no use in death either Is that how it's supposed to be whenever I arrive? And would it be the same if my mom was alive? After her work, All I know is nothing ever compares to the days when my mother was there, It's all my fault. I miss the days when my mother was there! __________________________________________ Enjoy.
Great job, but they actually posted the lyrics in the comments of their non-live recording: I was a kid With no cares for what you went through during your bid In the books; I know emotions spilled over the lid And I wish I could take back all of the things that I did All of the times I grew tired of being inside All of the times I wanted more than what my mom could provide If it meant that all the guilt and the pain wouldn't be harvested I swear I'd take it back to the moment it all started, then I'd stomach all the boredom I felt And understand you had to take a lot of time for yourself I'd promise I'd wait...make an effort to end my issues Knowing that later on I'd get to spend time with you Cuz now the only flashbacks in my head Are the men in suits yelling "You're the reason she's dead" And at the same time, I'm counting the days that I'm going to Keep myself inside this room til I can join you Away from everybody else So I won't be the reason behind every single time they threw a fit And people might forget I exist, But when it comes to their life, at least they can't say I ruined it It's not that I'm not able to stay calm I just have nothing left from only wanting my mom And if I did join you, would you still see me as a nuisance? Do I really have no room for improvement? If both of us go where there's no ground beneath her Does it mean that I'm no use in death either? Is that how it's supposed to be where ever I arrive? And would it be the same if my mom was alive After her work? All I know is nothing ever compares To the days when my mother was there It's all my fault... I miss the days when my mother was there
I've never heard a saxophone sound like it's screaming out in pain like this. This is by far the best sax I've ever heard in my life. I'm in shock from the breakdown, even after dozens of viewings.
Everything about this was superb. One of my followers linked me to this rendition on a live reaction stream and we all lost our minds at how incredible it was. You are all insanely talented and this was remarkably done! Kudos!
Fuck man, this makes me cry. I absolutely adore Futaba and I find her story to be pretty heartbreaking. And hearing the rap verse really helped capture the emotions she must have been feeling. The band also played excellently; I really like this theme and any covers of it. Fantastic performance overall.
Oh yes, that sax break down after the rap is just pure magic, and it hits like a freight train. These boys are so frigging talented its mind blowing they aren't bigger than they are.
This cover really hits hard for me. I felt a deep connection to futaba as my mom also committed suicide when I was 17. When the rhymes dropped I felt every word uttered. It honestly brought back feelings I havent felt in a long time. I teared up a little in a good way. Thanks for making such a beautiful cover and truly what it feels like. Much love from Oakland Cali.
Official Lyrics: I was a kid With no cares for what you went through during your bid In the books; I know emotions spilled over the lid And I wish I could take back all of the things that I did All of the times I grew tired of being inside All of the times I wanted more than what my mom could provide If it meant that all the guilt and the pain wouldn't be harvested I swear I'd take it back to whenever it all started, then I'd stomach all the boredom I felt And understand you had to take a lot of time for yourself I'd promise I'd wait...make an effort to end my issues Knowing that later on I'd get to spend time with you Cuz now the only flashback in my head Is the men in suits yelling "You're the reason she's dead" And at the same time, I'm counting the days that I'm going to Keep myself inside this room til I can join you Away from everybody else So I won't be the reason behind every single time they threw a fit And people might forget I exist, But when it comes to their life, at least they can't say I ruined it It's not that I'm not able to stay calm I just have nothing left from only wanting my mom And if I joined you, would you see me as a nuisance? Do I really have no room for improvement? If both of us go where there's no ground beneath her Does it mean that I'm no use in death either? Is that how it's supposed to be where ever I arrive? And would it be the same if my mom was alive After her work? All I know is nothing compares To the days when my mother was there It's all my fault... I miss the days when my mother was there
That Sax part starting from 4:04 to the end really sounded like genuine distress and sorrow for the loss and grievance that Futaba experienced. You can feel the emotion being presented. And that's amazing
This song is soooooooo good 😍 I love the rap bit and how it actually reflects Futabas story which felt so good knowing it after had playing the game And the sax after the last line of the rap was perfection 😫👌
Honestly to me that squeal (or whatever the technical term for it would be) after the last line of the rap conveyed a scream to me. It felt like a cry of anguish and mourning. Honestly, that bit is what did it for me.
LYRICS (not entirely accurate but yeah) I was a kid - with no cares of what you went through during your bid and the books I know emotions spilled over the lid and I wish I could take back all of the things that I did all of the times that I grew tired of being inside all of the times I wanted more than what my mom could provide if it meant that all the guilt and the pain wouldn't be harvested that's why I took it back to the moment it all started then _asmmrclldthbrdfmyflf_ I understand you had to take a lot of time for yourself I promised I'd wait. Make an effort to end my issues knowin' that later on I'd get to spend time with you cause now the only flashbacks to my head are the men in suits yellin', "you're the reason she's dead!" and at the same time I'm countin' the days and I'm going to keep myself inside this room till I can join you! Away from everybody else, so I won't be the reason behind every single time they threw a fit and people might forget I exist but when it comes to their life, at least they can't say I ruined it. It's not that I'm not able to stay calm I just have nothing left from only wanting my mom and if I can't join you, would you still see me as a nuisance? Do I really have no room for improvement? As the both of us go where there's no ground beneath her does that mean I love no youths and death either? Is that how it's supposed to be whenever I arrive? And would it be the same if my mom was alive? After her work, all I know is nothing ever compares to the days when my mother was there It's all my fault I wish for the days that my mother was there
Ace job! I flubbed a little bit this performance, but the lyrics I wrote are actually a pinned comment in the studio session version we did a while back: th-cam.com/video/NBXNDow_qd8/w-d-xo.html
This is art. You took a great track and added to it all the meaning and the story it had in the game, you condensed it in a great rap verse and an amazing sax solo. Shoji Meguro would be proud
The sax solo was honestly insane! Props to Patrick Bartley, his alto sax is amazing and the amount of control he has with his instrument, ah I can't even begin to understand how many hours he must have spent mastering it. I haven't played the game nor watched any content of it, but just the amount of feeling in the solo literally bring tears to my eyes, it really makes me want to play the game and experience Futaba's story myself. The part at 4:13 especially is just heart wrenching, it has so much emotion in it and the way the melody goes just makes it feel like Futaba still has hope, and that she shouldn't give up. Just the melody gives the feeling of determination somehow. Also props to the drummer, Norman Edwards! What a sick performance, from a drummer to another! Loved the fills, especially when the groove is so challenging to keep in time without rushing. Also great control on the sticks, never felt like the drums overpowered the other instruments, but they still stood out just right! Thanks to the J-Music Ensemble for bringing out this gem of a song even more!
The P-thevies confronting shido: Futaba: You killed my mum and toke her research Haru: You're the reason why my dad isn't alive Ryuji: You killed akechi and neglected him Ren steps forward dramatically. I was expelled because of you!
I read this comment like yesterday and thought it was an original joke, but I watched the highlights of Anderson’s playthrough and that makes this comment so much funnier
When that sax came in at 4:00 it sent chills down my spine. It reminds me of the sax that played during the “who done it” moment of Detective Conan. Bravo. P.S. Everyone in the ensemble (including Adam) were locked in so well.
3:25 knowing Futaba from the game, that “keeping myself in this room until I can join you” was powerful, made me make a connection I never did about the character before. If you haven’t played the game I’ll explain the story behind the song, spoilers ahead(not major but not quite minor either) basically Futaba’s mother “committed suicide” (it was murder but she didn’t know) and after that she became chronically depressed and a shut in, never left her room, and experienced chronic hallucinations of her mother blaming her for the suicide, triggered by a fake suicide note and the police(or corrupt officials at least) both saying it’s her fault to cover up the murder. she deeply misses her, her mother was her world. she blames herself and as punishment she is trapped in a labyrinth inside her head(figuratively and literally), going back over the days her mother was there over and over again. That’s the story of this song.
Khrys's Verse (as Futaba): I was a kid With no cares for what you went through during your bid In the books; I know emotions spilled over the lid And I wish I could take back all of the things that I did All of the times I grew tired of being inside All of the times I wanted more than what my mom could provide If it meant that all the guilt and the pain wouldn't be harvested I swear I'd take it back to whenever it all started, then I'd stomach all the boredom I felt And understand you had to take a lot of time for yourself I'd promise I'd wait...make an effort to end my issues Knowing that later on I'd get to spend time with you Cuz now the only flashback in my head Is the men in suits yelling "You're the reason she's dead" And at the same time, I'm counting the days that I'm going to Keep myself inside this room til I can join you Away from everybody else So I won't be the reason behind every single time they threw a fit And people might forget I exist, But when it comes to their life, at least they can't say I ruined it It's not that I'm not able to stay calm I just have nothing left from only wanting my mom And if I joined you, would you see me as a nuisance? Do I really have no room for improvement? If both of us go where there's no ground beneath her Does it mean that I'm no use in death either? Is that how it's supposed to be where ever I arrive? And would it be the same if my mom was alive After her work? All I know is nothing compares To the days when my mother was there It's all my fault... I miss the days when my mother was there
I'm not going to lie, at first I thought this was a random group who decided to play this at stage and didn't grab my attention at all, but oh boy how wrong I was, I can't tell how many time I got chills, coming down to my spine when he started rapping about futaba`s story and later when the vocalist said "the times my mother was there" and the saxophone solo started kicking in, I started jamming my head like It was the first song I've heard in years. I love this, it's amazing cover that words can't describe it, only putting this song on speakers and fall deep into to it (also i would love if this had an single release....thats how much i love this song❤)
I heard the sax solo from this live performance on Adam's channel and I was just blown away, I wanted to see the full thing and now I finally found it and I'm so happy, thank you so much for being so great guys! The solo at 4:04 is pure bliss!!
The first time I listened to this 5 years ago and the rap verse was about to begin I thought to myself "Oh no I'm really enjoying this cover but this part could either be ok or really cringe" But good god my expectations couldn't have been absolutely blown out of the water any harder It was *perfect*, and as far as I'm concerned this is the definitive version of the song. It encapsulates everything about Futaba and her story perfectly, especially with the brilliant sax solo afterwards. As always, thank you for releasing all this brilliant music J-Music Ensemble. I'm so glad I stumbled across this all those years back.
Holy crap, is there anywhere I can purchase this? Like everyone else is saying, that sax solo after the rap was absolutely amazing. I can't remember the last time I've felt so emotionally charged from listening to music damnn.
i used to listen to your cover album with my dad because we were both gaming and jazz fans… hearing this again after losing him hits so hard. all the pain and self blame I went through before healing. I miss you, dad.
I find myself coming back to this cover more than the original version lately. The rap in the middle perfectly encapsulates Futaba's feelings and the saxophone solo after is heartbreakingly beautiful. Thank you for making such a great cover!
wow, the rap was so great. Not only fantastically executed, but creative and so authentic to the game. I'm not even usually a fan of rap, but that is truly next level stuff. I tip my hat to you
I said this in Adam Neely’s video as well, but the power Patrick has in his solo is insane. The altissimo was extremely clear and powerful. And I know as a saxophonist that’s not easy to do. Props to you and your band. Keep up the amazing work.
Came here from Adam Neely, searching for 4:13. Man, what phrasing that is. I've never heard or played any japanese games or anime, but that solo right there spoke to me man. Will subscribe after I wipe the tears from my eyes.
I can't stop getting goosebumps from this. This is a masterpiece and I truly think it's not just the best cover I've ever heard, but one of the best performances I've ever watched. I can't praise the band enough, thank you for blessing us with this heaven-sent tune.
Saw you guys this day and honestly you all are amazing! I’ve never heard anything like it. It was definitely an experience and I can’t wait to hear more from you guys. Easily some of the best music I’ve ever heard!
This cover is astounding, from the drums, to the bass, the synth on the keys being spot on to the original. And of course the rap into sax solo was brilliant. The way you guys managed to give the song so much more emotion than the original is amazing. I can't wait to see what else you guys cover next!
The rap had me in tears! Seriously amazing work. It's so cool to see how a video game character's story can be reinterpreted through music to be even more powerful.
This video was my introduction to the Persona 5 game & because of that this song will always be my favorite. When I first entered Futabas dungeon I just let the game run un the background just to keep listening to that song.
I got goosebumps with this song, especially at 4:01. You guys are amazing. I wish you could come to Spain, I would buy a ticket for sure. You really hit my feels with this one.
Was sent by V-Sauce of Music. Watched a few of your videos and I really enjoyed your performances. Checked if you are on Spotify, and you should really record another album. Looking forward to your future. Best wishes from Germany
Yo this group is dope as hell. The emotion and passion in the music is moving and the actual piece itself is well performed as well. I just found this song but I'm gonna check out a lot more of your stuff. I haven't even played persona 5 yet lol.
I’ve probably listened to this over 20 times by now, but on «I miss the days when my mother was there»-part and that intense sax right after... damn, always gives me chills
I just keep coming back to this performance. It’s so powerful and you can really tell the amount of passion and emotion you guys put into your sound. I haven’t played the game, but I know a bit about the story. The rap is so good and filled with emotion, and the sax coming in really makes it stick. Metagroove is a great album, and I highly suggest people to listen to it. Love the band, and love you, Patrick! Keep it up ❤
Wild to think that Adam Neely's videos on this performance would make me fall in love with a game's soundtrack so much, that I could never get it out of my mind for 4 years until I was able to get it on PC in late 2022. I remember listening to this again while going through Futaba's palace and the rap verse brought me to tears. Definitely my favorite palace song, this song transcends gaming
Damn...I wish I was on that crowd. Sucks that we're probably never gonna be able to get you guys here in Portugal, but this made me feel like I was kinda there ^_^ Never stop with the P5 covers, please! 😀🎧❤️
![Persona 5 - The days when my mother was there [Extended]](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/O4UTdNauJWQ/mqdefault.jpg)
The sax solo after the rap was the perfect embodiedment of what we should feel after learning about Futaba.
It's so heart wrenching aswell as powerful, it honestly just feels like Futaba crying out in a heart-filled plea, wanting to go back to the days when her mother was there.
Then later on in the solo after the break feels like how she feels after joining the Phantom Thieves, keeping her old identity and finding her own self through her emotions and the mental battles she's fought.
Thank you for making a cover of this, if it sounds this good live, then I can't wait to see what else you do. Again, thank you.
Thank you so much for this wonderful comment. This is exactly the intention behind what we were trying to do, and you described it in an even better way than we could have. It means a lot that you and others could feel this from what we did.
@@JMUSICEnsembleOfficial I'm not sure what to say. Thank you for your generocity.
plea*
@@redpenguin111 Thanks.
@Kind Citizen BOY I SURE AM ECSTATIC THAT FUTABA'S MOTHER IS DEAD
Futaba: “my theme shall be so depressing and also initiate _freeform Jazz mode_ “
*jazz mode activated*
It's okay, Futaba. You have the Phantom Thieves now.
Bro listen to the Futaba story is so fucking sad like I feel so bad for her she does deserve any of what happened to her
Beatles❤
GenericYXZChild ? That’s why I always make Joker date her. Poor thing just cries, because she doesn’t even know how to process that kinda thing after the hell she went through. Sad that she isn’t in Smash Ultimate for some reason.
Infernal watermelon isn’t she 15 tho?!
Infernal watermelon that sounds kind of weird but ok
The People who love Persona 5 and haven’t seen this yet are seriously missing out
Rogiogio Tarucus just saw this in my recommended and I’m so glad
I just found the gems, and this is one of them..
@@akkinda ja
I looked up the song and i found this and im very satisfied
Had Persona5 since launch and just now am seeing all these guys’ videos. Dammmnnn
I've literally never played any Persona Game.
After the rap and the sax solo hits i couldn't help but cry. I lost my mother 2 years ago and this just hits really close to home.
This is such a sublime piece and example of how music can move someone
Cameron, I am very sorry for your loss. I can't imagine what you have went and are still going through today. It really means a lot that our music could give you such a visceral experience even without knowing anything about the game. Please know that you, and everyone else who has been experiencing loss like this, are in our hearts. Our music doesn't come from a place of theory or flashiness; it's all about the passion, spirit, and emotions we want to share and evoke from all of you, and this is why your comment moves me. I hope we can be a source of happiness and positive energy for you going forward, and you can always count on our music to be about that every time!
- Pat
I'm struggling through depression and this game and live performance has helped me so much and what an awesome performance
You so need to play Persona 5 sometime, either vanilla or the Royal edition coming soon. Trust me, it's more than a game, it's an experience.
Futaba reference
I'm sorry for your loss man... I really am. Persona 5 is an amazing experience that helps me to completely disconnect from the real life for a couple of hours and dice into this fantastic and immersive world, and just be relaxed and connect with the awesome characters it has.
The sax part at 4:01 after the line "I wish the days my mother was there" sounds like a cry from a kid for his mom. Perfect embodiment of that line musically 🔥🔥🔥
thats what hooked me to Patrick Bartley. Was that screaming note, damn thats awesome!
The whole song from the rap onward is so emotionally charged. When Patrick broke that note at 5:01 I could /feel/ a bit of Futaba's anguish, feeling responsible for her mother's apparent suicide. Thats some phenomenal sax playing by Patrick. Everybody did so well.
i love that interpretation! ive had that same feeling for certain guitar solos and man, thats just the most powerful thing
Megat Harith maybe in this case her mom
No more like when your mom takes the last slice of cake
holy shit, I need a whole P5 cover album like this
Amen to that
Just check their channel, it's full of P5 covers as good as this live performance
Absolutely
I’ll gladly pay as well
I've got some good news for you, then: th-cam.com/channels/p961nPXSI1Wp-WkE2sRaQw.htmlcommunity?lb=Ugy-B6iYaQHQiJhA-PZ4AaABCQ
I still can't get over the rap and sax part straight after--
YOU GUYS MAKIN ME CRY BIG TIME.
Thank you so much, Jenny 😭
SAME
For anybody wondering the lyrics to the rap section. I spent an hour trying to make them and I believe I have the actual lyrics for the song.
__________________________________________
I was a kid
With no cares of what you went through during your bed and the books
I know emotions spilled over the lid,
and I wish I could take back all of the things that I did,
All of the times that I grew tired of being inside,
all of the times I wanted more than what my mom could provide,
If it meant that all the guilt and the pain wouldn't be harvested,
I swear I'd take it back to the moment it all started
And I'd stomach all the boredom I felt,
and understand you had to take a lot of time for yourself,
I promise I'd wait,
Make an effort to end my issues
knowing that later on I'd get to spend time time with you,
cause now
The only flashbacks in my head,
are the men in suits yelling "you're the reason she's dead"
And at the same time I'm counting the days that I am going to keep myself inside this room till I can join you!
Away from everybody else
So I wont be the reason behind every single time they threw a fit
And people might forget I exist, but when it comes to their life,
at least they cant say I ruined it
It's not that I'm,
not able to stay calm,
I just have nothing left from only wanting my mom
And if I could join you would still see me as a newsence,
Do I really have no room for improvement?
If the both of us go where there's no ground beneath it
Does that mean I'm of no use in death either
Is that how it's supposed to be whenever I arrive?
And would it be the same if my mom was alive?
After her work,
All I know is nothing ever compares to the days when my mother was there,
It's all my fault.
I miss the days when my mother was there!
__________________________________________
Enjoy.
Phenomenal job my guy👌🏾
This should be on the top comment, please tag this comment up
And one more thing, I believe the 'newsence' is supposed to be 'nuisance'
Great job, but they actually posted the lyrics in the comments of their non-live recording:
I was a kid
With no cares for what you went through during your bid
In the books; I know emotions spilled over the lid
And I wish I could take back all of the things that I did
All of the times I grew tired of being inside
All of the times I wanted more than what my mom could provide
If it meant that all the guilt and the pain wouldn't be harvested
I swear I'd take it back to the moment it all started, then
I'd stomach all the boredom I felt
And understand you had to take a lot of time for yourself
I'd promise I'd wait...make an effort to end my issues
Knowing that later on I'd get to spend time with you
Cuz now the only flashbacks in my head
Are the men in suits yelling "You're the reason she's dead"
And at the same time, I'm counting the days that I'm going to
Keep myself inside this room til I can join you
Away from everybody else
So I won't be the reason behind every single time they threw a fit
And people might forget I exist,
But when it comes to their life, at least they can't say I ruined it
It's not that I'm not able to stay calm
I just have nothing left from only wanting my mom
And if I did join you, would you still see me as a nuisance?
Do I really have no room for improvement?
If both of us go where there's no ground beneath her
Does it mean that I'm no use in death either?
Is that how it's supposed to be where ever I arrive?
And would it be the same if my mom was alive
After her work? All I know is nothing ever compares
To the days when my mother was there
It's all my fault...
I miss the days when my mother was there
newsence should be nuisance I think
*Hears futaba's story*
*Cries in saxophone*
Literally lol
I've never heard a saxophone sound like it's screaming out in pain like this. This is by far the best sax I've ever heard in my life. I'm in shock from the breakdown, even after dozens of viewings.
Same over here. perfectly captures all the pain described in the lyrics
Sax is the the instrument that represents the soul, after all.
Atleast that's what I think.
I'm a Japanese, but I've never heard the incredible song like this before..
God Damn "Keep myself in this room til I can join you" hit me like a ton of bricks.
I'm really glad Adam made a video about you cause I've been listening to your channel non stop.
Tank. Hot Dayumm.
For sure. Im so glad I was able to discover this channel, any idea where i could find more music like this?
Adam?
@@Dotoku14 Adam Neely, he's another youtuber musician who made a video featuring these wickedly talented people. He's really cool, worth checking out.
@@Dotoku14 And also Adam is the bassist in this show
@@waldotorres8600 it makes me extremely happy to see _the_ Adam Neely play bass to a Persona song
Everything about this was superb. One of my followers linked me to this rendition on a live reaction stream and we all lost our minds at how incredible it was. You are all insanely talented and this was remarkably done! Kudos!
my man!
Thanks so much, RogersBase, really appreciate that! We're glad to have you all here! 🙌
Does anyone have a link to the reaction, I would love to see it.
@@danielclifft9371 tell me if you find it
@@Iceboltdoom The clips are down
Fuck man, this makes me cry. I absolutely adore Futaba and I find her story to be pretty heartbreaking.
And hearing the rap verse really helped capture the emotions she must have been feeling.
The band also played excellently; I really like this theme and any covers of it. Fantastic performance overall.
Same.
Yeah, definitely MAKES me want to cry - I'm not crying, no sir.
Oh yes, that sax break down after the rap is just pure magic, and it hits like a freight train. These boys are so frigging talented its mind blowing they aren't bigger than they are.
This cover really hits hard for me. I felt a deep connection to futaba as my mom also committed suicide when I was 17. When the rhymes dropped I felt every word uttered. It honestly brought back feelings I havent felt in a long time. I teared up a little in a good way. Thanks for making such a beautiful cover and truly what it feels like. Much love from Oakland Cali.
Im so sorry you experienced that.
I'm sorry for your loss.
Always a pleasure playing with this amazing band 8)
💪💪💪
Ok the rap was above and beyond but goddamn that was amazing
Official Lyrics:
I was a kid
With no cares for what you went through during your bid
In the books; I know emotions spilled over the lid
And I wish I could take back all of the things that I did
All of the times I grew tired of being inside
All of the times I wanted more than what my mom could provide
If it meant that all the guilt and the pain wouldn't be harvested
I swear I'd take it back to whenever it all started, then
I'd stomach all the boredom I felt
And understand you had to take a lot of time for yourself
I'd promise I'd wait...make an effort to end my issues
Knowing that later on I'd get to spend time with you
Cuz now the only flashback in my head
Is the men in suits yelling "You're the reason she's dead"
And at the same time, I'm counting the days that I'm going to
Keep myself inside this room til I can join you
Away from everybody else
So I won't be the reason behind every single time they threw a fit
And people might forget I exist,
But when it comes to their life, at least they can't say I ruined it
It's not that I'm not able to stay calm
I just have nothing left from only wanting my mom
And if I joined you, would you see me as a nuisance?
Do I really have no room for improvement?
If both of us go where there's no ground beneath her
Does it mean that I'm no use in death either?
Is that how it's supposed to be where ever I arrive?
And would it be the same if my mom was alive
After her work? All I know is nothing compares
To the days when my mother was there
It's all my fault...
I miss the days when my mother was there
*sax solo intensifies*
Official my ass the official song has no lyrics
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That Sax part starting from 4:04 to the end really sounded like genuine distress and sorrow for the loss and grievance that Futaba experienced. You can feel the emotion being presented. And that's amazing
パレス攻略してた時は、ピラミッド攻略するのにピッタリな曲だなって思ってたけど、聞いてたら双葉の心の中のどうしようもない迷宮や心の叫びを表現されてたと確かに心で感じられる。
This song is soooooooo good 😍
I love the rap bit and how it actually reflects Futabas story which felt so good knowing it after had playing the game
And the sax after the last line of the rap was perfection 😫👌
Honestly to me that squeal (or whatever the technical term for it would be) after the last line of the rap conveyed a scream to me. It felt like a cry of anguish and mourning. Honestly, that bit is what did it for me.
LYRICS (not entirely accurate but yeah)
I was a kid - with no cares of what you went through during your bid
and the books I know emotions spilled over the lid
and I wish I could take back all of the things that I did
all of the times that I grew tired of being inside
all of the times I wanted more than what my mom could provide
if it meant that all the guilt and the pain wouldn't be harvested
that's why I took it back to the moment it all started
then _asmmrclldthbrdfmyflf_
I understand you had to take a lot of time for yourself
I promised I'd wait. Make an effort to end my issues
knowin' that later on I'd get to spend time with you
cause now the only flashbacks to my head
are the men in suits yellin', "you're the reason she's dead!"
and at the same time I'm countin' the days and I'm going to keep myself inside this room till I can join you!
Away from everybody else, so I won't be the reason behind every single time they threw a fit
and people might forget I exist but when it comes to their life, at least they can't say I ruined it.
It's not that I'm not able to stay calm
I just have nothing left from only wanting my mom
and if I can't join you, would you still see me as a nuisance?
Do I really have no room for improvement?
As the both of us go where there's no ground beneath her
does that mean I love no youths and death either?
Is that how it's supposed to be whenever I arrive?
And would it be the same if my mom was alive?
After her work, all I know is nothing ever compares
to the days when my mother was there
It's all my fault
I wish for the days that my mother was there
The bit you didn't get is "Then I'd stomach all the boredom I felt"
Ace job! I flubbed a little bit this performance, but the lyrics I wrote are actually a pinned comment in the studio session version we did a while back: th-cam.com/video/NBXNDow_qd8/w-d-xo.html
you forgot the weeewoooooompwomp
Instead of “I love no youths and”, it’s “I have no use in”
This is art. You took a great track and added to it all the meaning and the story it had in the game, you condensed it in a great rap verse and an amazing sax solo. Shoji Meguro would be proud
Thanks a lot! We sure hope so!
@@JMUSICEnsembleOfficialwhere did you do this performance?
@@respectpig3874 just a heads up it says in the title and description
there are covers, and there is going above and beyond. This is that.
The sax crushed my shadow and gave me a change of heart.
The sax solo was honestly insane! Props to Patrick Bartley, his alto sax is amazing and the amount of control he has with his instrument, ah I can't even begin to understand how many hours he must have spent mastering it.
I haven't played the game nor watched any content of it, but just the amount of feeling in the solo literally bring tears to my eyes, it really makes me want to play the game and experience Futaba's story myself.
The part at 4:13 especially is just heart wrenching, it has so much emotion in it and the way the melody goes just makes it feel like Futaba still has hope, and that she shouldn't give up. Just the melody gives the feeling of determination somehow.
Also props to the drummer, Norman Edwards! What a sick performance, from a drummer to another! Loved the fills, especially when the groove is so challenging to keep in time without rushing. Also great control on the sticks, never felt like the drums overpowered the other instruments, but they still stood out just right!
Thanks to the J-Music Ensemble for bringing out this gem of a song even more!
The lyrics adds too much feeling to this already melancholical song, I fucking love it. It sounds just like what Futaba would think
This is why I love art. This is why I think videogames should be considered art. This is why I love this community. This is why I love Persona 5.
Live music is always the best music :)
And this is why our band exists!
As long as the band playing doesn't suck xd
The P-thevies confronting shido:
Futaba: You killed my mum and toke her research
Haru: You're the reason why my dad isn't alive
Ryuji: You killed akechi and neglected him
Ren steps forward dramatically.
I was expelled because of you!
i love joseph anderson's playthrough of p5 lmaoo
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I read this comment like yesterday and thought it was an original joke, but I watched the highlights of Anderson’s playthrough and that makes this comment so much funnier
Motion SEVEN Damn he toke her research didn’t know shido was a stoner 🥴
Ryuji had his spot taken in line for the elevator
When that sax came in at 4:00 it sent chills down my spine. It reminds me of the sax that played during the “who done it” moment of Detective Conan. Bravo.
P.S. Everyone in the ensemble (including Adam) were locked in so well.
Shout out to Adam Neely for showcasing y’all on his channel. Would not have been able to appreciate the music that y’all make otherwise.
3:25 knowing Futaba from the game, that “keeping myself in this room until I can join you” was powerful, made me make a connection I never did about the character before.
If you haven’t played the game I’ll explain the story behind the song, spoilers ahead(not major but not quite minor either)
basically Futaba’s mother “committed suicide” (it was murder but she didn’t know) and after that she became chronically depressed and a shut in, never left her room, and experienced chronic hallucinations of her mother blaming her for the suicide, triggered by a fake suicide note and the police(or corrupt officials at least) both saying it’s her fault to cover up the murder. she deeply misses her, her mother was her world. she blames herself and as punishment she is trapped in a labyrinth inside her head(figuratively and literally), going back over the days her mother was there over and over again. That’s the story of this song.
3:13 the bassist be V I B I N G
I wanted this so much after seeing Adam Neely's video! Will you upload more songs from this show? Literally all of them were absolutely amazing!
Thank you so much! Stay tuned for updates :)
same here
J-MUSIC Ensemble im very relieved that you said that
@@JMUSICEnsembleOfficial Same ! Hope to see more of this !
WHY AM I CRYING IN THE CLUB RIGHT NOW!? THIS IS BRILLIANT!!!
You can hear the sax crying right after the rap.... so simple yet so incredibly emotional and full of pain.
I could feel every bit of Patrick’s soul being poured into the wail after the rap. I don’t think I’ve ever heard anything like it in my life.
This is unreasonably good. Never knew I needed sax improv and lyrics for this song.
Khrys's Verse (as Futaba):
I was a kid
With no cares for what you went through during your bid
In the books; I know emotions spilled over the lid
And I wish I could take back all of the things that I did
All of the times I grew tired of being inside
All of the times I wanted more than what my mom could provide
If it meant that all the guilt and the pain wouldn't be harvested
I swear I'd take it back to whenever it all started, then
I'd stomach all the boredom I felt
And understand you had to take a lot of time for yourself
I'd promise I'd wait...make an effort to end my issues
Knowing that later on I'd get to spend time with you
Cuz now the only flashback in my head
Is the men in suits yelling "You're the reason she's dead"
And at the same time, I'm counting the days that I'm going to
Keep myself inside this room til I can join you
Away from everybody else
So I won't be the reason behind every single time they threw a fit
And people might forget I exist,
But when it comes to their life, at least they can't say I ruined it
It's not that I'm not able to stay calm
I just have nothing left from only wanting my mom
And if I joined you, would you see me as a nuisance?
Do I really have no room for improvement?
If both of us go where there's no ground beneath her
Does it mean that I'm no use in death either?
Is that how it's supposed to be where ever I arrive?
And would it be the same if my mom was alive
After her work? All I know is nothing compares
To the days when my mother was there
It's all my fault...
I miss the days when my mother was there
That sax solo always touches my soul. 😭
someone on my twitter feed posted a clip from this and it blew my mind, instantly subbed and cant wait to see more stuff from you guys!!!!!!
I'm not going to lie, at first I thought this was a random group who decided to play this at stage and didn't grab my attention at all, but oh boy how wrong I was, I can't tell how many time I got chills, coming down to my spine when he started rapping about futaba`s story and later when the vocalist said "the times my mother was there" and the saxophone solo started kicking in, I started jamming my head like It was the first song I've heard in years.
I love this, it's amazing cover that words can't describe it, only putting this song on speakers and fall deep into to it
(also i would love if this had an single release....thats how much i love this song❤)
I think you meant Hoo boy
*rapping not raping
Rapping. Not raping.
"I got chills coming down my spine when he started raping"
Yikes
The sax was indeed raped
I’m only just finding this now and wow, what a masterpiece.
This sounds good
*Starts rapping*
Oh no the FEELS
Man I love this, great work and absolutely astounding performance from the sax player!
Thanks, man! Much appreciated 🙏
The way the guitar and sax went back and forth on the solo was so GORGEOUS
wooow im late but that rap made me cry so hard, those lyrics hit home when youve experienced grief first hand. seriously amazing
This video inspired me to learn the saxophone. I want to use it to express the emotion and passion I have within myself.
Thank you.
I heard the sax solo from this live performance on Adam's channel and I was just blown away, I wanted to see the full thing and now I finally found it and I'm so happy, thank you so much for being so great guys! The solo at 4:04 is pure bliss!!
For real!
Man, I really hope y'all recorded the entire Sakura Matsuri concert. I'm sure a lot of ppl who couldn't attend would want to see it.
This is criminally underrated. Absolutely fantastic!!
4:13 melody hit me hard ✨
I wish this was on ITunes so I could buy it and just have it on repeat all damn day
I found out a month ago that my Mom had committed suicide. I've never played Persona before, but, wow, this hit me hard.
It's been almost three years and God knows how many plays. I still can't listen to the sax solo immediately following the rap without crying a little.
The first time I listened to this 5 years ago and the rap verse was about to begin I thought to myself "Oh no I'm really enjoying this cover but this part could either be ok or really cringe"
But good god my expectations couldn't have been absolutely blown out of the water any harder
It was *perfect*, and as far as I'm concerned this is the definitive version of the song. It encapsulates everything about Futaba and her story perfectly, especially with the brilliant sax solo afterwards.
As always, thank you for releasing all this brilliant music J-Music Ensemble. I'm so glad I stumbled across this all those years back.
Holy crap, is there anywhere I can purchase this? Like everyone else is saying, that sax solo after the rap was absolutely amazing. I can't remember the last time I've felt so emotionally charged from listening to music damnn.
IKR i would pay for their music
Use a music converter
i used to listen to your cover album with my dad because we were both gaming and jazz fans…
hearing this again after losing him hits so hard. all the pain and self blame I went through before healing.
I miss you, dad.
I find myself coming back to this cover more than the original version lately. The rap in the middle perfectly encapsulates Futaba's feelings and the saxophone solo after is heartbreakingly beautiful. Thank you for making such a great cover!
Bro this shit slaps so ducking hard.
Super sand legend performance by the whole crew!!!!
This is some of the most amazing saxophone that I’ve ever heard, just really amazing.
Mad respect. This was just too clean. I love it!
This is too good that I thought I was dreaming for a second. Just top-tier stuff from you lads as always.
wow, the rap was so great. Not only fantastically executed, but creative and so authentic to the game. I'm not even usually a fan of rap, but that is truly next level stuff. I tip my hat to you
I said this in Adam Neely’s video as well, but the power Patrick has in his solo is insane. The altissimo was extremely clear and powerful. And I know as a saxophonist that’s not easy to do. Props to you and your band. Keep up the amazing work.
I cant beleive this magic has been up for a year and i only just now discovered it. I feel robbed 😂
Came here from Adam Neely, searching for 4:13. Man, what phrasing that is. I've never heard or played any japanese games or anime, but that solo right there spoke to me man. Will subscribe after I wipe the tears from my eyes.
I can't stop getting goosebumps from this. This is a masterpiece and I truly think it's not just the best cover I've ever heard, but one of the best performances I've ever watched. I can't praise the band enough, thank you for blessing us with this heaven-sent tune.
2:55 - i love this, heavy nujabes vibes :)
Sxrew the fact that this sing works perfectly with the theme and that it conveys the right emotions and tells the story well it's just a f*ckin banger
I’ve watched this so-so many times now, but dang the moment the sax hits that wicked blue note after the verse. I feel that.
Saw you guys this day and honestly you all are amazing! I’ve never heard anything like it. It was definitely an experience and I can’t wait to hear more from you guys. Easily some of the best music I’ve ever heard!
This cover is astounding, from the drums, to the bass, the synth on the keys being spot on to the original. And of course the rap into sax solo was brilliant. The way you guys managed to give the song so much more emotion than the original is amazing. I can't wait to see what else you guys cover next!
Just discovered this. And the moment that sax solo hits. Man feels like a punch in the gut. So powerful
The rap had me in tears! Seriously amazing work. It's so cool to see how a video game character's story can be reinterpreted through music to be even more powerful.
I just got a call from the chief. He said this was it.
Holy shit this is amazing and I'm kicking my ass over not being here live to see this
Found you from Adam neely!
This is hard. I love all the covers from you guys but one gave me chills.
Imagine the battle theme changing to 4:02 after futaba awakens her persona. The goosebumps youd get... Man
I like coming back to this video five times every two days to feel the joy of life
True persona fans thats what I lov3 to see!
This video was my introduction to the Persona 5 game & because of that this song will always be my favorite. When I first entered Futabas dungeon I just let the game run un the background just to keep listening to that song.
The fact they added a verse that lyrically encapsulates Futaba and her story perfectly just adds SO much to this performance.
I got goosebumps with this song, especially at 4:01. You guys are amazing. I wish you could come to Spain, I would buy a ticket for sure. You really hit my feels with this one.
This is so damn fire, I just find myself coming back to this again and again.(i never even played the game) thank you so much for this peace of art ❤️
Was sent by V-Sauce of Music.
Watched a few of your videos and I really enjoyed your performances.
Checked if you are on Spotify, and you should really record another album.
Looking forward to your future.
Best wishes from Germany
Which video mentioned them?
@@luismontano8549 This one: th-cam.com/video/gFXcwv9XISc/w-d-xo.html
Yo this group is dope as hell. The emotion and passion in the music is moving and the actual piece itself is well performed as well. I just found this song but I'm gonna check out a lot more of your stuff. I haven't even played persona 5 yet lol.
I’ve probably listened to this over 20 times by now, but on «I miss the days when my mother was there»-part and that intense sax right after... damn, always gives me chills
I'm flabbergasted at how y'all conveyed so much emotion through this song. Got me feeling emotions I didnt know i had
4:04 that's that make you turn your head, right there
IVE BEEN LOOKING FOR THIS FOREVER
I was there when they performed! Yall were amazing!
yunno, this cover hits so much harder after playing P5R's true ending. I can't believe what you guys pulled off here, it's amazing.
I just keep coming back to this performance. It’s so powerful and you can really tell the amount of passion and emotion you guys put into your sound. I haven’t played the game, but I know a bit about the story. The rap is so good and filled with emotion, and the sax coming in really makes it stick.
Metagroove is a great album, and I highly suggest people to listen to it. Love the band, and love you, Patrick! Keep it up ❤
I would listen to this more if it were not for the title. My mom is still around, but the knowledge that one day she won't be breaks me.
Wild to think that Adam Neely's videos on this performance would make me fall in love with a game's soundtrack so much, that I could never get it out of my mind for 4 years until I was able to get it on PC in late 2022. I remember listening to this again while going through Futaba's palace and the rap verse brought me to tears. Definitely my favorite palace song, this song transcends gaming
Even just the joke at 2:41 shows how good the guy rapping is.
Damn...I wish I was on that crowd. Sucks that we're probably never gonna be able to get you guys here in Portugal, but this made me feel like I was kinda there ^_^
Never stop with the P5 covers, please! 😀🎧❤️
Why is no one talking about the drummer's supreme chops. Damn that was tight