The lyrics of “ im a winged insect and you’re a funeral pyre “ is another way to refer to expression “ drawn to like moth to a flame”. Vessel is a master of lyricism and often uses metaphor. Awesome reaction! Keep up with ST it’s worth the dive!
I don’t know if this already in your comments, but within the moth drawn to flame metaphor, vessel feels powerless. “I’m drawn to you because I can’t not be. It’s in my nature.” Like he’d crawl up in the funeral pyre with the goddess “night”
At the end. The switch from "I will travel far beyond the path of reason", to "I HAVE travelled", and the anger and frustration behind it. He gave up everything to be where he wanted, only to realize he put himself in a hell of his own creation. It's a whole story, and masterfully executed.
This is a living spirit, talking about his death, and striving to go back to his beloved Eden, which is a place of purity and perfection without struggle in pain. You are among the first that I have witnessed dissecting this that has gotten that. It’s about consciousness during one’s death and reminiscing the past that led you to this point, and finally in rage, you scream that you just want your paradise, your Eden.
Supposedly Sleep Token’s first album is the toxic relationship, second album is the sorrow/aftermath, and this album is the recovery. Sounds right to me when you listen. Great video guys. I live the thought process and reaction. 👍🏻
It is one of those albums that have had an immense impact on my life. So glad to have found this band. I can always remember that ONE album that had changed me in different seasons and this is one of them
You seem like an amazing father and mentor to this wonderful young man. I wish my father had ever opened up to me like this in such a masculine and healthy way. Keep being awesome.
Them : appreciating the lyrics, the production, the keys and appreciating all the people who write them. Vessel : *writing everything except the drums and being a one-man musical experience*
The singer, Vessel, plays the keyboard. He and the drummer write all the music and he plays pretty much all the instruments in the recording except drums. They have other band members for performing live and they are amazing but inside the tracks it's just those two.
Real facts right there at “we’ve no idea what we got until we lose it” Vessel got a way of writing that everyone can see themselves in. We all struggle, change and learn. Nice video guys, glad you guys are enjoying Sleep Token’s storytelling.
Lyrics with ST are all subjective. Mainly focused on a toxic relationship, but with whom? This song had me in tears the first time I listened to it on a reaction channel that I can't even remember which one now. I gathered something else totally from the lines : " I guess it goes to show, does it not? We've no idea what we've got until we lose it. No amount of love will keep it around, if we don't choose it." I had just a month earlier lost one of my fur babies of 14 years in a sudden and horrible way. A month prior, my youngest fur baby who was blind drown in the pool that he never came close to because he was scared of the water unless I was around. These two incidents happened for no reason within a month of each other and broke me horribly. Bring in that lyric of the song that I was enjoying and I lost my shit. I had to pull over and get it out of my system after about 10-15 minutes. Grown ass man crying in the side of the road over words. Vessel was talking to my soul at that point and Ive been hooked every since. I get chills every time I hear the song now. It's not my favorite anymore as I've progressed to the next painful spot of reliving past shit in my life but it's def top five. It's helped me push on and try to get closure in a lot of things I didn't know I left unfinished. Love these guys. Bloodsport is my achilles now.
23:20 after listening to Sleep Token for a while I get the feeling more and more, that these songs aren’t actually about someone else, but about himself. The person he wants to be or is or is becoming singing to the person that he was and everything that is holding him back from becoming that better person he wants/needs to be. So the whole moth to the flame analogy could be about him constantly being drawn back to the person he was, and the “grow back your sharpest teeth you know my desire” and “bite trough these wires” could be him wanting to cut the links that tie him back to that past self and break free and needs that old angry part of himself to grow it’s teeth and sever that link, that his self sought furry can’t bring back the past, put it can cut a way forward for him to break free
That’s exactly what and how I think of it when I’m hearing it, reminding me of my own past aswell and resonating with my current life of leaving it all behind 🔥
It's worth noting this is the next to last song ("Euclid" finishing the journey) of a three album story Vessel felt the need to tell the world. So if you haven't listened to the previous 20+ songs some of the context is lost. That being said, it's one of my favorites to watch people react to, even if they haven't listened to the previous two albums and the leadup to this on this one. :)
A few have mentioned the interpretation of an insect drawn to the flame of a pyre. I would take it one step further: throughout the 3 album trilogy there is the question of who or what is Vessel writing about. The theory that the subject being referred to as Sleep, is a representation of a lost love who has passed on. If that is the case then a funeral pyre even hits harder as this is the burning of the body of his lost love that he still cannot let go of, and is continually drawn to, and burnt alive in their flame. Note: Vessel is the main songwriter, vocalist, guitarist, bassist, and keyboard and pianist on the all ST albums. ii is credited with songwriting and drums.
New Sub, here to Worship!! Jump down the rabbit hole 🕳️...Sleep Token is honestly one of the best bands to come out of the UK since Pink Floyd and the Rolling Stones. They just signed with RCA and im so excited to see what they come out with next. Google the story and lore behind the band and start feom their earlier tracks. They don't miss. His voice is so emotive and his lyrics are top teir. His metaphors are so unique, much like his voice. I'm here for all the Sleep Token you react to. They're so awesome 😎! ❤ Worship ❤
Ngl I forget how something as simple as discussing lyrics can lead to a much deeper conversation. Really enjoyed the video and discussion guys. You got a sub 👍
To answer your question Vessel plays the keyboard and piano. I have seen them live in Australia, they are absolutely fantastic live and Vessel sings brilliantly live. I'm seeing them again in the in the next few weeks with Bring me the Horizon. So glad to be a new subscriber love your content.
For whatever reason, as being a musician myself, I could tell he was definitely playing the piano parts, but i didnt know about the other instruments! Dude is heading to my top 10 musician/songwriters of all time... Thanks for watching
I'm at 9:27 i like how you guys came up with the patience and the violence to the pathway higher. The original video has the two pillars of justice in the back behind the figure, which pretty much stands for what you just said 😊😊
Great reaction and analysis of the lyrics!! For your info, all instruments and vocals on this album are performed by Vessel, except for drums and percussion, which are played by II. Stay safe 🤘 ✌️
I’m currently on my Sleep Token binge. Been here since TMBTE came out. Y’all’s break down is so entertaining. Def subscribing. Can’t wait to see y’all do The Summoning.
Loving the discussion! Interpreting the lyrics right or wrong is still what it’s about! Keep in mind vessel will also sing certain parts a specific way to match the lyrics. Hence the ending he’s no longer asking nicely , he’s asking in anger to take him back to when things were peaceful, Eden. Subbed !
I absolutely love how you worded this…”he’s no longer asking nicely”. I wish I was able to articulate my feelings and thoughts like this. If someone were to ask me what I thought how about the screaming part at the end of the song, all I would be able to spew would be “I really, really like that but don’t know why”. 🫡
@@nicholaslowe4254 I have seen way too many reaction videos to be able to come up with thoughts and interpretations of his music. But I have 100% picked up that vessel will sing or scream a specific way for a specific reason. One example; in the song ‘higher’ he sings ‘you only need the melody, I only need the silence’ but sings ‘silence’ in melody. So simple but so creative.
So happy I found ya'll man fr. Watching you two react and talk really reminds me of my pops and I. God rest his soul man, didn't get too many of these experiences and conversations with him so I envy what you two have man. Much love, sending good ass energy and love your way ❤👊
Thats why I do it bro... I wish I had my dad in this capacity. He was a great father but much older when I was born. So now that I'm in my 40s I wish I could've seen him in his 40s. Bc I don't know what to do ever!
This song is also beautifully composed. It potrays emotions in each part, including the chorus. Sorrow, grief, acceptance, and ultimately ending in anger(the screaming of "Take me back to Eden). they are so good, this song always hits hard for me. Even if you don't follow the lore and just apply it to losing someone you loved, even yourself.
Just found the channel gentlemen, and I gotta say I felt like I was right in the room with you guys cutting up and enjoying my time listening to yall enjoy the music I enjoy. Im about watch every single one of the videos on the channel. Thanks for the next like hour of content for me!
I can only second the lyricism comments, Sleep Token feels like a reawakening and it makes me look at music differently. Please consider doing Ascensionism as well from the same album, but overall I hope you take a look through the full album trilogy. It’s unmatched.
You should really dive into the 2 previous albums. During the 2nd verse when the rap part starts, I think you guys were talking about it at 13:14 or so, "I spit blood when I wake up, sink porcelain stained, choking up brain matter and make up..." its thought to be a reference back to a few other songs chokehold, missing limbs etc. which are songs that describe the grip this person had on him. The TMBTE album as a whole is thought to be Vessel's way of finally being past the toxic relationship and coming to terms with how everything ended up being. Start with Sundowning then listen to then This Place Will Become Your Tomb THEN come back to Take Me Back To Eden. All the call backs will make sense. Especially in Euclid. Loved seeing your reactions.💜
super wholesome content man this is so cool watching you guys dissect all these lyrics and piece it together. i learned a thing or two. wish you guys the best!
I am a ST fan. I really appreciate the dialog this song has created and agree that it is open for individual interpretation. I agree with some of the other comments suggesting this album being part of a trilogy. Even this track, towards the end, uses lyrics from one of the earlier songs on the album. My interpretation is the songs are about a toxic relationship. He knows it’s toxic but he can’t resist. He’s addicted and wants more but the other person only comes around when they need a fix, takes what they want, then leaves again. Some of us have been in or know someone that’s been in similar toxic relationships. With other people, with the past, with ourselves. It can become very ugly. Thanks again for the commentary. You are both appreciated.
Great reaction video! Love the interpretation of the lyrics! Vessel is amazing with his words. He talks about his times with a deity called Sleep and it relates to so many life experiences. Check out their other albums too. It’s a journey. I am here for it! Liked and subscribed.
Thank you so much for this video! I’m the type of person that listens to and loves music for the music. I very rarely pay attention to lyrics (even though I can sing along with most songs I’ve heard) but not because they aren’t important or because I’m trying to dismiss the songwriter’s work. It’s because I love the feel and vibe that the musicality brings and how that ultimately makes me feel both physically and emotionally. You guys breaking down your interpretation of the lyrics really opened me up to a new way of consuming music. For all the reasons you said, plus some of my own that are personal, this song has a MUCH LARGER and more impactful meaning to me and it is currently bringing me to tears. Again, thank you so much for doing this and I’m very happy I stumbled upon your channel. You have earned a sub for life 🤘
Vessel is a genius with lyrics. He paints such vivid pictures with his words. So, I'm a new subscriber. Your incite into the lyrics was so good. I'd never thought about the connection between mainframe and meat freezer but yeah makes perfect sense.
Great video fellas! Keep it up. Sleep Token is definitely my favorite band out right now. Side note; yours son's shirt is lit! Kenpachi Zuraki is that dude!
This hits harder after my break up and I see this song on a whole other level. It hurts so fucking deep but it hurts so good. Take me back to that heavenly moment we lived together. God it hits dead center! Much love man! You guy really make me want to hang with my pops rn and appreciate his time. He's the greatest man I know and he deserves my time now.
I know I needed those deeper things that I didnt get to see my pops deal with... I have to make sure mine does! And I wish he was here when I was going through my divorce. So take advantage!
I'm so glad Sleep Token rose to the surface the last couple of years. The entire Album is a masterpiece. Love to see the connection you two have and bond over the song!
my dad and I always listened to music together. I love what you are doing here and Sleep Token is an amazing band. Vessel is such a talented writer and artist. If you haven't yet. Ren is another artist worth listening to. another genius. Love to you both.
very excited to see more sleep token reactions....mind blowing music and lyrics. Vessel, the lead singer writes all the music, he is a genius. their 1st 3 albums are a trilogy about a promised, broken, toxic relationship. So very relatable for so many, but their sound really evolves from the 1st to the second album.
I've liked this song for a while, but then I went through a bad breakup. The words hit me like a ton of bricks. He did not choose me in the end. I was drawn in like a moth to the flame. I interpret this song as wishing you had never met this person. Eden was before you met them and realized how bad love and heartbreak can hurt. To me the song is the emotional journey of regret over letting a toxic relationship happen. All relationships are lessons, and I have never regretted meeting someone before this person. This song hits hard.
Very well done reaction. Your son has great vocabulary and lyric description. Vessel is a phenomenon, and he’s been constructing his skills and ideas for a long time. And it’s nothing anyone’s ever heard before. So they’ll only get better and better I believe. And they’ll remain unpredictable which makes them far more unique than most artists.
After seeing y’all break down the Sleep Token songs you have, I would definitely be down for full album breakdowns. You both are so insightful and I love how y’all will talk through lines in order to figure out what it means. Also, you gotta put him on game with Jeepers Creepers
Love this break down as well seem’s like he’s trying to not lose his self even through times of trouble of life and trying to love . love is an animal call Maybe in love or loves animals who knows .
Earlier in the song, he says "I WILL travel far beyond the path of reason." At the end, during the screaming, he says "I HAVE traveled..." which is essentially him saying "Ok, the gloves are off, I'm done waiting patiently, I'm done asking nicely, now I'm p*ssed off!"
Love your reaction with your son and the way you interpret and dissect the song. Teaching him life lessons along the way. You lookin for another son? What we listening to next Papa?
My interpretation of the hip hop flow section is that he's crashing/withdrawing from coke. Spitting blood, choking up brain matter, two days since the mainframe went down, room is like a freezer. There's been several other coke/drug references throughout their entire discography, so it fits for me.
I believe the refrence to choking up brain matter and make up is his ability to put to words what's on his mind while keeping up his persona of vessel. Choking up brain matter is his words on paper and him choking on his words as he sings "spilling his guts for us to see" per say
I don’t see anyone saying this but this is album is the end of a trilogy. Starting with sundowning , then this place will become your tomb and then this album take me back to Eden. It’s wild bc they have lore that goes along with all idea and story behind the trilogy or at least Vessels concept. Please go listen you won’t regret it. Worship 🖤
I love the take that this song is about Adam. He had to follow her request to eat the fruit because he’s so obsessed and in love with her. As he was created to do. She ultimately led to his demise. Like a “moth to a flame”…winged insect…. All he wants is to go back to Eden. Where it was so perfect he could barely breathe.
I am loving y'alls ST videos! I'm so glad y'all landed on moth to a flame 😂 cause that's what I take from it and y'all had me doubt myself for a sec lol nah interpret how you want that's what makes it beautiful. I take it you may be going through a breakup / divorce? Many hugs and I'm happy you have found Sleep Token at a perfect time for you🥰 aaaand I love the synchronized head bobs and stink faces 😝🤘
@@UncleTrebor What makes Sleep Token so special is they impact people so hard for different reasons. Me personally, I'm happily married with a 5year old and I kind of go into momma mode when I FEEL Vessels hurt. I wanna give him a hug and tell him it will be alright 🥺. If you've listened to Atlantic, you know. If not, you must share it please.
Dude straight up looks and sounds and has the same demeanor of the sous chef who trained me. Straight up uncle you didn't know you had vibe. I bet this dude runs that grill 😂 subbed. Glad yall like it. Sleep token has become my favorite band. Vessel wears his soul on his sleeve. Idk who hurt him. But...low key I'm glad it happened. Now we got this magic.
That was too funny!! But I feel the same way! I'm sure it was a sucky time in his life but to transmute it in this way is crazy! It's a masterpiece so far!
@@UncleTrebor 100 percent man, music is great for that. Always been my outlet. When i discovered them i was in a bad way. i feel his pain, i feel what your saying with that line it gets me everytime too. More so that "god mother rise up i need you to see me for what i have become" goose bumps everytime man
If you haven't already, sorry, first-time viewer, dig back into Sleep Tokens discography. They are solid consistently, turning out amazing music. My first was Jaws in 2018. Right now, Aqua Regia. I can't stop listening to it right now. ~Worship
I believe that the first couple of lines of the rap verse are a reference or call back to the lyrics in their song "Nazareth", mainly the second verse. Don't want to spoil it so give it a listen and see if that lines up for you guys, but understanding the whole lore im pretty sure it links up pretty well. Loving the videos!
I loved your drop about how sever rooms are cold, just imagine how cold they are if no one turns down the A/C but there’s no severs pumping heat to combat it.
Not just a moth to a flame, but the attraction causes the wing insect to draw in and his wings burn up and plummets to their death. It's a metaphor for an attraction to destruction.
The lyrics of “ im a winged insect and you’re a funeral pyre “ is another way to refer to expression “ drawn to like moth to a flame”. Vessel is a master of lyricism and often uses metaphor. Awesome reaction! Keep up with ST it’s worth the dive!
Thanks for that insight! We caught it towards the end of the video!! Appreciate you watching!
I also like the imagery of a small insignificant insect drawn to this raging, huge inferno and being burned up.
Also refers back to his old band blacklit canopy. Their band logo is a winged insect
The "father and son stank face" when the singer starts rapping is spectacular.
I don’t know if this already in your comments, but within the moth drawn to flame metaphor, vessel feels powerless. “I’m drawn to you because I can’t not be. It’s in my nature.” Like he’d crawl up in the funeral pyre with the goddess “night”
At the end. The switch from "I will travel far beyond the path of reason", to "I HAVE travelled", and the anger and frustration behind it. He gave up everything to be where he wanted, only to realize he put himself in a hell of his own creation. It's a whole story, and masterfully executed.
I can definitely see this!! Can't wait to get to other tracks
Any good father who shares experiences with his son and has moral and philosophical conversations with him will raise a great son. Great job, dad!
I really appreciate that! They need to see and hear how we navigate this crazy ass life! That meant a lot. Thanks for watching
And he is a good son because he listens and values his father's experience which is rare in this day and age
I hope I can have a relationship with my son similar to this when he's older.
Looks like you're already on your way fam! Thanks for watching!
@@UncleTreborglad to see a good father here 🫡
I do agree with you, @alexdickerson
This is a living spirit, talking about his death, and striving to go back to his beloved Eden, which is a place of purity and perfection without struggle in pain. You are among the first that I have witnessed dissecting this that has gotten that. It’s about consciousness during one’s death and reminiscing the past that led you to this point, and finally in rage, you scream that you just want your paradise, your Eden.
Oh thats deep! Thanks for watching
“When we were made/I know/It was no accident” is a reference to one of their other songs called “Chokehold”
Thought I recognized it!! Thanks!
Supposedly Sleep Token’s first album is the toxic relationship, second album is the sorrow/aftermath, and this album is the recovery. Sounds right to me when you listen. Great video guys. I live the thought process and reaction. 👍🏻
Gonna have to dive into the old stuff then! Stay tuned
This is all I’ve been listening to for over a year.
Same. Worship!!
Same here. Almost a year since I discovered ST and not a single day has gone by without blasting one of their songs. Worship!
Same. Worship
It is one of those albums that have had an immense impact on my life. So glad to have found this band. I can always remember that ONE album that had changed me in different seasons and this is one of them
SAME!!! Thanks for watching!
You seem like an amazing father and mentor to this wonderful young man. I wish my father had ever opened up to me like this in such a masculine and healthy way. Keep being awesome.
That means so much! Let's be the difference!
I'm sorry to hear this about your dad. I feel you and hear you.
Them : appreciating the lyrics, the production, the keys and appreciating all the people who write them.
Vessel : *writing everything except the drums and being a one-man musical experience*
The singer, Vessel, plays the keyboard. He and the drummer write all the music and he plays pretty much all the instruments in the recording except drums. They have other band members for performing live and they are amazing but inside the tracks it's just those two.
Ahhh ok! Dude is talented for sure! Thanks for watching!
Real facts right there at “we’ve no idea what we got until we lose it”
Vessel got a way of writing that everyone can see themselves in. We all struggle, change and learn. Nice video guys, glad you guys are enjoying Sleep Token’s storytelling.
Thats big facts!! Thanks for watching
Lyrics with ST are all subjective. Mainly focused on a toxic relationship, but with whom?
This song had me in tears the first time I listened to it on a reaction channel that I can't even remember which one now. I gathered something else totally from the lines : " I guess it goes to show, does it not? We've no idea what we've got until we lose it. No amount of love will keep it around, if we don't choose it."
I had just a month earlier lost one of my fur babies of 14 years in a sudden and horrible way. A month prior, my youngest fur baby who was blind drown in the pool that he never came close to because he was scared of the water unless I was around. These two incidents happened for no reason within a month of each other and broke me horribly.
Bring in that lyric of the song that I was enjoying and I lost my shit. I had to pull over and get it out of my system after about 10-15 minutes. Grown ass man crying in the side of the road over words. Vessel was talking to my soul at that point and Ive been hooked every since. I get chills every time I hear the song now. It's not my favorite anymore as I've progressed to the next painful spot of reliving past shit in my life but it's def top five. It's helped me push on and try to get closure in a lot of things I didn't know I left unfinished.
Love these guys. Bloodsport is my achilles now.
It's what music is... Glad you found some clarity and peace in it!
23:20 after listening to Sleep Token for a while I get the feeling more and more, that these songs aren’t actually about someone else, but about himself. The person he wants to be or is or is becoming singing to the person that he was and everything that is holding him back from becoming that better person he wants/needs to be. So the whole moth to the flame analogy could be about him constantly being drawn back to the person he was, and the “grow back your sharpest teeth you know my desire” and “bite trough these wires” could be him wanting to cut the links that tie him back to that past self and break free and needs that old angry part of himself to grow it’s teeth and sever that link, that his self sought furry can’t bring back the past, put it can cut a way forward for him to break free
That's my feeling as well fam! I use these songs as more of an inward conversation as well! Thanks for watching
This is the vibe I get from High Water, that he is talking to himself in the song.
That’s exactly what and how I think of it when I’m hearing it, reminding me of my own past aswell and resonating with my current life of leaving it all behind 🔥
It's worth noting this is the next to last song ("Euclid" finishing the journey) of a three album story Vessel felt the need to tell the world. So if you haven't listened to the previous 20+ songs some of the context is lost. That being said, it's one of my favorites to watch people react to, even if they haven't listened to the previous two albums and the leadup to this on this one. :)
We going back! Hands down!
A few have mentioned the interpretation of an insect drawn to the flame of a pyre. I would take it one step further: throughout the 3 album trilogy there is the question of who or what is Vessel writing about. The theory that the subject being referred to as Sleep, is a representation of a lost love who has passed on. If that is the case then a funeral pyre even hits harder as this is the burning of the body of his lost love that he still cannot let go of, and is continually drawn to, and burnt alive in their flame.
Note: Vessel is the main songwriter, vocalist, guitarist, bassist, and keyboard and pianist on the all ST albums. ii is credited with songwriting and drums.
Bruh did you just pitch the Sleep Token movie??? I better have a part in it or get to be a producer! I'm all in!! LOL
@@UncleTrebor the story Vessel is telling is quite cinematic. Very sad and tragic.
Great video! Hope you do more Sleep Token! "I'm a winged insect, you're a funeral pyre" A moth to a flame.
Thanks for watching fam! We figured it out finally!! Such a great picture through lyrics!
How lucky are you two having each other sharing music together like this. Loved your reaction. Also sleep token is amazing!
Real men cry. Embrace it!
I agree!! Thanks for watching
Ascensionism is a great lyrical track from sleep token
You got it then! Stay tuned!
New Sub, here to Worship!! Jump down the rabbit hole 🕳️...Sleep Token is honestly one of the best bands to come out of the UK since Pink Floyd and the Rolling Stones. They just signed with RCA and im so excited to see what they come out with next. Google the story and lore behind the band and start feom their earlier tracks. They don't miss. His voice is so emotive and his lyrics are top teir. His metaphors are so unique, much like his voice. I'm here for all the Sleep Token you react to. They're so awesome 😎!
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It's a must!! Thanks for watching
We've been into Sleep Token for five years. It feels so good to finally see the masses turning onto Sleep Token. Its about time!
I'm a little jealous... LOL
Here for the sleep token reactions. I enjoy you interpretations
Thanks! We definitely have more coming fam!
That ending bit back in anger
Facts fam!! Thanks for watching!
Ngl I forget how something as simple as discussing lyrics can lead to a much deeper conversation. Really enjoyed the video and discussion guys. You got a sub 👍
I'm really glad you enjoyed it fam! We have more coming! Thanks for watching
Love how you both broke down what the lyrics meant to you guys. It’s a beautiful song!!
To answer your question Vessel plays the keyboard and piano. I have seen them live in Australia, they are absolutely fantastic live and Vessel sings brilliantly live. I'm seeing them again in the in the next few weeks with Bring me the Horizon. So glad to be a new subscriber love your content.
For whatever reason, as being a musician myself, I could tell he was definitely playing the piano parts, but i didnt know about the other instruments! Dude is heading to my top 10 musician/songwriters of all time... Thanks for watching
I'm at 9:27 i like how you guys came up with the patience and the violence to the pathway higher. The original video has the two pillars of justice in the back behind the figure, which pretty much stands for what you just said 😊😊
That's fire! 🔥🔥
Great reaction and analysis of the lyrics!! For your info, all instruments and vocals on this album are performed by Vessel, except for drums and percussion, which are played by II. Stay safe 🤘 ✌️
Great info fam!! Appreciate that! Thanks for watching!
Correct he actually writes all the guitar and bass as well and can play them
I’m currently on my Sleep Token binge. Been here since TMBTE came out. Y’all’s break down is so entertaining. Def subscribing. Can’t wait to see y’all do The Summoning.
It's on deck for sure!
@@UncleTrebor after watching the way y’all broke down Ascensionism I know it’s gonna be 🔥
Loving the discussion! Interpreting the lyrics right or wrong is still what it’s about! Keep in mind vessel will also sing certain parts a specific way to match the lyrics. Hence the ending he’s no longer asking nicely , he’s asking in anger to take him back to when things were peaceful, Eden. Subbed !
I absolutely love how you worded this…”he’s no longer asking nicely”. I wish I was able to articulate my feelings and thoughts like this. If someone were to ask me what I thought how about the screaming part at the end of the song, all I would be able to spew would be “I really, really like that but don’t know why”. 🫡
@@nicholaslowe4254 I have seen way too many reaction videos to be able to come up with thoughts and interpretations of his music. But I have 100% picked up that vessel will sing or scream a specific way for a specific reason. One example; in the song ‘higher’ he sings ‘you only need the melody, I only need the silence’ but sings ‘silence’ in melody. So simple but so creative.
I'm with all of that fam!! Thanks for sharing!
So happy I found ya'll man fr. Watching you two react and talk really reminds me of my pops and I. God rest his soul man, didn't get too many of these experiences and conversations with him so I envy what you two have man. Much love, sending good ass energy and love your way ❤👊
Thats why I do it bro... I wish I had my dad in this capacity. He was a great father but much older when I was born. So now that I'm in my 40s I wish I could've seen him in his 40s. Bc I don't know what to do ever!
Its so interesting how you guys had your own ideas! Its really cool!🤙🏼
I can NOT WAIT for ya'll to progress further. I love how you disect this.
This song is also beautifully composed. It potrays emotions in each part, including the chorus.
Sorrow, grief, acceptance, and ultimately ending in anger(the screaming of "Take me back to Eden). they are so good, this song always hits hard for me.
Even if you don't follow the lore and just apply it to losing someone you loved, even yourself.
I completely agree! Thanks for watching!
Vessel, the singer, plays the keys. He is amazing!!
Just found the channel gentlemen, and I gotta say I felt like I was right in the room with you guys cutting up and enjoying my time listening to yall enjoy the music I enjoy. Im about watch every single one of the videos on the channel. Thanks for the next like hour of content for me!
We got you fam!! More to come!
Y'all seem to have such a healthy relationship, great job Dad! Been working on having the same with my dad lately. Fine ass song too
I can only second the lyricism comments, Sleep Token feels like a reawakening and it makes me look at music differently.
Please consider doing Ascensionism as well from the same album, but overall I hope you take a look through the full album trilogy. It’s unmatched.
We got you fam!! th-cam.com/video/CFvC7u3eqxQ/w-d-xo.html
Regards From Poland! 🤘
We love the Poland fam! Thanks for watching!
Getting my entire chest tattooed tomorrow! Sleep Token inspired period but very much this song! I love them so much, it’s in my DNA! 💛
I'm sure inspiration looks great on you! Lesss get it!!
You should really dive into the 2 previous albums. During the 2nd verse when the rap part starts, I think you guys were talking about it at 13:14 or so, "I spit blood when I wake up, sink porcelain stained, choking up brain matter and make up..." its thought to be a reference back to a few other songs chokehold, missing limbs etc. which are songs that describe the grip this person had on him. The TMBTE album as a whole is thought to be Vessel's way of finally being past the toxic relationship and coming to terms with how everything ended up being. Start with Sundowning then listen to then This Place Will Become Your Tomb THEN come back to Take Me Back To Eden. All the call backs will make sense. Especially in Euclid. Loved seeing your reactions.💜
I'm starting to see this connection! Gotta dive in now!
aslo i must say..one of the best reactions ive seen brothers. so heart felt an real.
I love this channel yall keepin it real much love!
Thank you fam! Let's keep it movin!
super wholesome content man this is so cool watching you guys dissect all these lyrics and piece it together. i learned a thing or two. wish you guys the best!
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching!
The look both you have at 10:43 is hilarious. I knew it was coming but it literally made me bust out laughing
It was too nasty!! LOL
I am two minutes in and instant subscribe. Love the dad son vibes, love the love for the music and the lyrics, i love it all!
Thanks for the sub!! Love riding with you guys to ascension!
I love listening to you interpret things. Sleep token is a favorite of mine.
These have been fun to watch! I'm so excited for you to do more Sleep Token!
Thanks for watching!
I absolutely LOVE y'alls breakdown of this! Amazing job to you both.
We really appreciate that! Let's keep it going!
Loved the reaction and breakdown attempt! Can’t wait for more. Worship
Emphasize attempt! LOL Thanks for watching
This is probably the BEST ST reaction Ive seen so far! You two made me re fall in love with this song again❤
We got you fam!
I am a ST fan. I really appreciate the dialog this song has created and agree that it is open for individual interpretation.
I agree with some of the other comments suggesting this album being part of a trilogy. Even this track, towards the end, uses lyrics from one of the earlier songs on the album.
My interpretation is the songs are about a toxic relationship. He knows it’s toxic but he can’t resist. He’s addicted and wants more but the other person only comes around when they need a fix, takes what they want, then leaves again.
Some of us have been in or know someone that’s been in similar toxic relationships. With other people, with the past, with ourselves. It can become very ugly.
Thanks again for the commentary. You are both appreciated.
This was much appreciated! Thanks for watching
Sleep token are brilliant.
Thanks for watching!
Gratitude for the deep conversations from both of you. I enjoyed listening to you guys! I’m here for more ❤
We got you fam! You're engagement in the conversation means a lot as well! Thanks for watching
Such a good reaction! I am subscribed.
We appreciate the support!
Fellas!! Great reaction!! First time watching you and it was so good!! Great song, great reaction!!
Thanks fam! More to come!
Great reaction video! Love the interpretation of the lyrics! Vessel is amazing with his words. He talks about his times with a deity called Sleep and it relates to so many life experiences. Check out their other albums too. It’s a journey. I am here for it! Liked and subscribed.
You guys definitely make me want to dive in more! I'm wit it!! Thanks for watching
Thank you so much for this video!
I’m the type of person that listens to and loves music for the music. I very rarely pay attention to lyrics (even though I can sing along with most songs I’ve heard) but not because they aren’t important or because I’m trying to dismiss the songwriter’s work. It’s because I love the feel and vibe that the musicality brings and how that ultimately makes me feel both physically and emotionally. You guys breaking down your interpretation of the lyrics really opened me up to a new way of consuming music. For all the reasons you said, plus some of my own that are personal, this song has a MUCH LARGER and more impactful meaning to me and it is currently bringing me to tears.
Again, thank you so much for doing this and I’m very happy I stumbled upon your channel. You have earned a sub for life 🤘
Thank you for those great words! We look forward to getting to know all of you more!
You guys nailed this!
We apprectiate that!
Vessel is a genius with lyrics. He paints such vivid pictures with his words.
So, I'm a new subscriber. Your incite into the lyrics was so good. I'd never thought about the connection between mainframe and meat freezer but yeah makes perfect sense.
Thank you for the support fam! We love hearing your insights too! Thanks for watching
Sleep token. Much love brothers. Enjoy. Good luck its fire. as hell. any track.
never watched you guys before but I love yalls father son enjoyment in music, makes me happy thank you
Appreciate that! Hope you keep watching!
Definitely got a sub from me on this. Can’t wait too watch more. Y’all’s break down was done with excellence!
I appreciate the support! Thanks for watching
Great reaction guys keep going
Thanks for watching
This reaction is just brilliant and beautiful 🖤
We really appreciate that! You are such a great community!
came for Sleep Token, subscribed to witness more of this beautiful relationship
That means so much! Thank you!!
This is an Ode to death... Great reaction boys. Worship❤️🔥
I can see that!! Thanks for watching!
I absolutely love you guys! New sub!
Welcome to the fam!
Great video fellas! Keep it up. Sleep Token is definitely my favorite band out right now.
Side note; yours son's shirt is lit! Kenpachi Zuraki is that dude!
No doubt! Thanks for watching!
This hits harder after my break up and I see this song on a whole other level. It hurts so fucking deep but it hurts so good. Take me back to that heavenly moment we lived together. God it hits dead center! Much love man! You guy really make me want to hang with my pops rn and appreciate his time. He's the greatest man I know and he deserves my time now.
I know I needed those deeper things that I didnt get to see my pops deal with... I have to make sure mine does! And I wish he was here when I was going through my divorce. So take advantage!
I'm so glad Sleep Token rose to the surface the last couple of years. The entire Album is a masterpiece. Love to see the connection you two have and bond over the song!
I agree!! Thanks for watching!
I love this! Thx for all the insight, it helps me understand and love the song even more
While I'm here, please consider doing Euclid. Thank you!
Glad you enjoyed it! And it is on the list... Full disclosure though, we went back and started from the top!
my dad and I always listened to music together. I love what you are doing here and Sleep Token is an amazing band. Vessel is such a talented writer and artist. If you haven't yet. Ren is another artist worth listening to. another genius. Love to you both.
We got another suggestion for Ren! It''s a sign! Stay tuned!
very excited to see more sleep token reactions....mind blowing music and lyrics. Vessel, the lead singer writes all the music, he is a genius. their 1st 3 albums are a trilogy about a promised, broken, toxic relationship. So very relatable for so many, but their sound really evolves from the 1st to the second album.
Thanks for watching! More coming!
I've liked this song for a while, but then I went through a bad breakup. The words hit me like a ton of bricks. He did not choose me in the end. I was drawn in like a moth to the flame. I interpret this song as wishing you had never met this person. Eden was before you met them and realized how bad love and heartbreak can hurt. To me the song is the emotional journey of regret over letting a toxic relationship happen. All relationships are lessons, and I have never regretted meeting someone before this person. This song hits hard.
I'm really sorry to hear that. But the songs definitely give you language to how you feel and that helps with the healing process.
Very well done reaction. Your son has great vocabulary and lyric description. Vessel is a phenomenon, and he’s been constructing his skills and ideas for a long time. And it’s nothing anyone’s ever heard before. So they’ll only get better and better I believe. And they’ll remain unpredictable which makes them far more unique than most artists.
How does it get any better?????? I don't know... LOL
Great reactions. Awesome job on lyrical interpretation. This is my favorite song.
Have a great time and keep at it
Thanks so much!!
@@UncleTreborNot a problem. Sleep Token is an experience. Somewhat magical in a away
After seeing y’all break down the Sleep Token songs you have, I would definitely be down for full album breakdowns. You both are so insightful and I love how y’all will talk through lines in order to figure out what it means.
Also, you gotta put him on game with Jeepers Creepers
Thats defintely a question I've been thinking about and wanting to ask you guys... I'll get a poll up! Thanks for the support
Love this break down as well seem’s like he’s trying to not lose his self even through times of trouble of life and trying to love . love is an animal call Maybe in love or loves animals who knows .
I see that! I wanna know too LOL
lotta people seem to not "get" this band. always makes me smile to see the ones that do ❤ loveddddd yalls analysis
Most people just enjoy the surface... Not us!!
Earlier in the song, he says "I WILL travel far beyond the path of reason." At the end, during the screaming, he says "I HAVE traveled..." which is essentially him saying "Ok, the gloves are off, I'm done waiting patiently, I'm done asking nicely, now I'm p*ssed off!"
Facts!!! Defintiely pissed!!
Love your reaction with your son and the way you interpret and dissect the song. Teaching him life lessons along the way.
You lookin for another son?
What we listening to next Papa?
You already fam bro! So lets move! th-cam.com/video/CFvC7u3eqxQ/w-d-xo.html
I also never realsied the connection between a server room and coldness, nice catch!
Got you!!
My interpretation of the hip hop flow section is that he's crashing/withdrawing from coke. Spitting blood, choking up brain matter, two days since the mainframe went down, room is like a freezer. There's been several other coke/drug references throughout their entire discography, so it fits for me.
Ok I see that!! And probably the first I've heard say that! Thanks for the support
@@UncleTrebor love y'all's interpretation of it! Really looking forward to more of these :)
Makes sense!
I’m new here but I absolutely love this reaction! Also sir you remind me of Lawrence fishburne, such a great actor😂
💯💯💯💯💯💯💯
That’s exactly what I was thinking while watching
Thats funny bc my too favorite roles of his "Boyz N The Hood" and "Matrix" are a big reason I started this channel and this journey!
I believe the refrence to choking up brain matter and make up is his ability to put to words what's on his mind while keeping up his persona of vessel.
Choking up brain matter is his words on paper and him choking on his words as he sings "spilling his guts for us to see" per say
Thats crazy!! First I've heard that take! Love it!
I don’t see anyone saying this but this is album is the end of a trilogy. Starting with sundowning , then this place will become your tomb and then this album take me back to Eden. It’s wild bc they have lore that goes along with all idea and story behind the trilogy or at least Vessels concept. Please go listen you won’t regret it. Worship 🖤
Yep! Looks like were gonna have to go back! Thanks for watching!
I love the take that this song is about Adam. He had to follow her request to eat the fruit because he’s so obsessed and in love with her. As he was created to do. She ultimately led to his demise. Like a “moth to a flame”…winged insect…. All he wants is to go back to Eden. Where it was so perfect he could barely breathe.
Oh I def see that!! Thanks for that perspective!
I am loving y'alls ST videos! I'm so glad y'all landed on moth to a flame 😂 cause that's what I take from it and y'all had me doubt myself for a sec lol nah interpret how you want that's what makes it beautiful. I take it you may be going through a breakup / divorce? Many hugs and I'm happy you have found Sleep Token at a perfect time for you🥰 aaaand I love the synchronized head bobs and stink faces 😝🤘
It was really a clutch find! Thanks for the support!
@@UncleTrebor What makes Sleep Token so special is they impact people so hard for different reasons. Me personally, I'm happily married with a 5year old and I kind of go into momma mode when I FEEL Vessels hurt. I wanna give him a hug and tell him it will be alright 🥺. If you've listened to Atlantic, you know. If not, you must share it please.
Dude straight up looks and sounds and has the same demeanor of the sous chef who trained me. Straight up uncle you didn't know you had vibe. I bet this dude runs that grill 😂 subbed. Glad yall like it. Sleep token has become my favorite band. Vessel wears his soul on his sleeve. Idk who hurt him. But...low key I'm glad it happened. Now we got this magic.
That was too funny!!
But I feel the same way! I'm sure it was a sucky time in his life but to transmute it in this way is crazy! It's a masterpiece so far!
@@UncleTrebor 100 percent man, music is great for that. Always been my outlet. When i discovered them i was in a bad way. i feel his pain, i feel what your saying with that line it gets me everytime too. More so that "god mother rise up i need you to see me for what i have become" goose bumps everytime man
Facts!!!! Its one of my fave lines
The only 2 people actually in the band are Vessel and II (the drummer). So Vessel did all the Keyboard and Guitars.
Thanks for that insight!
Insects are attracted to light. Hence the funeral pyre. He's drawn to her
If you haven't already, sorry, first-time viewer, dig back into Sleep Tokens discography. They are solid consistently, turning out amazing music.
My first was Jaws in 2018. Right now, Aqua Regia. I can't stop listening to it right now.
~Worship
It's gonna happen! Thanks for watching!
I believe that the first couple of lines of the rap verse are a reference or call back to the lyrics in their song "Nazareth", mainly the second verse.
Don't want to spoil it so give it a listen and see if that lines up for you guys, but understanding the whole lore im pretty sure it links up pretty well.
Loving the videos!
AHHH ok! We're on it!
I loved your drop about how sever rooms are cold, just imagine how cold they are if no one turns down the A/C but there’s no severs pumping heat to combat it.
Facts! Because the mainframe was down for 2 days... If this isnt a movie at some point, I will have to make it lol
Here for the Worship! 🙏🏼please do Ascensionism or Alkaline or Apparition. Anything really they don’t make a bad song.
You got it! th-cam.com/video/CFvC7u3eqxQ/w-d-xo.html
But that Kenpachi shirt 🔥🔥
Hands down! Thanks for watching
Not just a moth to a flame, but the attraction causes the wing insect to draw in and his wings burn up and plummets to their death. It's a metaphor for an attraction to destruction.
Aren't we all! Thanks for watching!
Not sure if anyone said it but Vessel (singer) is the one playing the keys. He does it live, sings, uncleans, etc. He is a musical genius!
Yes we have been informed! Dude is stupid good!
@@UncleTreborI figured as much, but thought it couldn’t hurt to say just in case. Love the work such an awesome reaction / breakdown!