In my humble opinion, the heavy/screaming at the end was necessary because of the anger of NOT being able to "get back to EDEN"....heaven, love of your life, etc.
It’s realising he doesn’t want that Eden anymore because it was also the source of all the pain and hurt. Euclid follows and thats the realisation it’s over. It’s okay to look back and remember what once was, but it’s time to move on. Time to be somebody new. And that’s okay.
I think it’s more like a hopeless desperate pray to get back there rather than just anger, and I’d interpret the decision to use scream is like a way to be heard since his previous asks/prays seemingly didn’t reach the destination 🤔
i love the line “i dont know whats got its teeth in me but im about to bite back in anger” because the first 2 choruses when he sung take me back to eden, it sounded like pleads, sung very soft and beautiful. but then at the end when he starts screaming, thats his bite back and hes now demanding to be taken back. theyre lyrics and storytelling are just top notch.
The context of why the heaviest part is at the end: That's because this song meant to be the big cathartic moment of their discography until now, following the lore behind the Vessel (vocalist) and the Goddess (Sleep), that may be a representation of an ex girlfriend, or a real pagan entity (at least for him) that he worships. Either way, their relationship leans towards toxic and he asks in this song, again and again, to be taken back to the perfect beginning of things (Eden), that doubles in significance as the beginning of life for him, as he says "No amount of self-sought fury will bring back the glory of innocence" and the beginning of the relationship. He asks it in three different verses, in three different ways, until the frustration and desperation boiled up and he screams it: "I've traveled far beyond the path of reason, take me back to Eden, take me back, to Eden." That's my interpretation on things. There is an article about their discography and it's meanings and if you want i can find and link it later, anyway, my English is self taught so don't hang up on any mistake, great reaction and great music taste :)
@@tiago.suares it is incredible the way their songs can hit you differently all the time and the way everything is so intricately intertwined. I definitely agree with your comment. The anger, pain and frustration of doing beyond what was necessary to get back what you’ve lost then following up with Euclid. When I tell you this live was life altering. Vessel is just impeccable at connecting us so deeply.
My brother, finally. I've been on you about this one for awhile! This has got to be one of the most incredible pieces of mystical musical mastery. It's amazing. Glad you enjoy it. Cheers.
The end scream basically a rage. because he can't go back to eden. and in Vore, you can hear the scream sounds painful like begging, kinda. Vessel is musically genius. he put emotions into the scream.
@@samcrorie And Euclid is the most beautiful, uplifting and at the same time sad, piece of music written in modern times. That one hits... rather, punches you, right in the feels. As someone clever who I can't remember once said in the comments of a Sleep Token reaction, "Vessel knows how to say what most people don't know hot to say, so he says it for us."
As a fellow autistic person who grew up listening to rock/metal, I'm loving how you try to break down the lyrics and really understand the meanings in songs! Love the reactions!
"I'm a winged insect, you're a funeral pyre" is the dopest way of saying "Like a moth to flame". Also, starting the song out with "I dream is phosphorescence" is fucking crazy. How do you even think of that shit. Vessel is on another level man.
Check out some of the drummer's playthroughs on TH-cam. This song he actually plays the trap parts on the kit but a lot of other songs like The Apparition he uses electronic drum pads
Ah, but he does say in the lyrics before the ending that he was about to bite back in anger. And that’s exactly what he did! ST seem to use genres to showcase particular emotions and I think it works really well.
This song is like fireworks for your ears, it's so beautiful and well delivered. When music makes you tear up, feel the sensory overload that just grabs your soul... for a moment you truly experience what makes you human
"I don't know what's got its teeth in me, but I'm about to bite back in anger. No amount of self-sought fury will bring back the glory of innocence." When I first heard that, I lost it. That hits so personally for me as someone who's innocence was stolen from them at a young age. I spent most of my life angry at the world and at myself before I was able to process it. But regardless of how angry I got, the anger and frustration would never bring it back or bring me back to a time before it was taken. Fuck. That shit still hits even after my 100th time hearing it.
You are absolutely meant to be transported to the exact place your mind takes you! Their albums tell an amazing story that's open to interpretation, but it seems a lot of folks lean toward love found, had, and lost. If you're up to a bit of a longer reaction video, the drumeo video with II, the drummer, is absolutely amazing. Keep on my friend and enjoy!
I just discovered you as i am typing this. The fact that you had tears in your eyes is literally what i went through my first listen to this song. I was going through something very tramatic and when this song came on, it felt like the song brought out a childhood nostalgic moment then took it from me, punched me into reality then hugged and kissed me on the forehead and told me everything was going to be okay if that makes sense... ALSO!! I was invited by a person i befriended at a concert recently and she had two extra tickets to Sleep Token and i declined because i didn't think they were good.... I WILL NEVER FORGIVE MYSELF KNOWING WHAT I KNOW NOW!!!!!!
In the beginning of the song, you're in EDEN, followed shortly by the FALL (you should hear the ROAR). Then you're in water not knowing NOT to breathe....what a MASTERPIECE. I am a die harsh Tool fan, so I do NOT say MASTERPIECE lightly
As you listen to the lyrics it’s telling a story about being in Eden, then woken up, and trying to get back there, in the end it’s anger because you can’t get back there.
Eventually you should check out the Drumeo interview and playthrough from their drummer, II. On the albums its just the vovalist singing and on all instruments except for II on drums. III (bass) and IV (guitar, backing hardh vocals) and three female backup singers that go by Espera join them live. III and IV are now permanent band members and so far Espera has appeared with them for every concert.
Nah the ending was totally necessary, you can hear almost the acceptance of not going back but the feeling to go back is too strong so you hear the anger and frustration to go back
" This " is the biggest rabbit hole you will jump in this year. With Sleep Token there are so many clues and hints from songs to other songs. This is a fantastic journey to take. Enjoy mate.
That is what to expect from progressive metal bands, It'll make you feel like listening to 3 songs in 1 and go either close to 10 minutes or above 10 minutes, TOOL is also a progressive metal band, Dream Theater, Opeth, Oceans Of Slumber, Cellar Darling, Etc.
Sleep Token really have taken the progressive metal genre to another level and it's amazing to see how huge they've become in such a short space of time. For context, I saw them live at the start of 2023 at a 2,000 cap venue then saw them at the end of 2023 at Wembley Arena which is 10,000. On their next UK tour later this month and into December I'll be seeing them play at the new Co-Op Live arena in Manchester which is 25,000...all sold out shows.
There is SO MUCH deep lore and connections within different songs. You can definitely go down a long rabbit hole on interpretations of the songs, especially from people in the science community. Enjoy!
Yesssss Teddy!! I'm so here for this journey! Some recommendations; Ascensionism, The Apparition, Granite, Agua Regia, Jaws. Eventually; all of them. Also check out II's drum videos on Drumeo! Enjoy the ride 🫶🏻
BAHAHA JUST CAUGHT THE SUMMONING VID, KNEW THIS WOULDNT TAKE LONG TO DROP 😂🔥🍻 Alkaline, Ascenionism, Apparition, Chokehold, Granite, Aqua Regia also check out their drummer, II (2), on the Drumeo channel
Sleep Token songs are great on their own, but theyre really meant to be heard in order. from Sundowning to TMBTE. its a story that you can appreciate way more that way, and Take Me Back To Eden (the song) is the climax of the album trilogy. so the choices of instrumentation and lyrics make more sense in context of everything else
Sleep Token is on another level. Vessel hasn't unlocked some kind of magic equation for addiction to their music. It's unreal. Keep going. Do yourself a favor, start at the beginning of TNDNBTG, and do everything in order. The pay off at the end of Eden won't be the same if you don't.
got a great band for you that really help when i was getting close to rage quitting on life was dead letter circus and the song one step the video is great to
You need to do a video where you listen to Sleep Token's "The Night Does Not Belong to God" and "Euclid" back to back, it is the first song on the first album and the last song on the third album. Such a great experience!
I have been waiting so long for you to react to sleep token again I really hope you take the journey and listen to all three albums I think youd find the story very interesting you will also find playlist worthy songs as well
0:43 I think it’s more to put you in paradise. Think of it as you’re searching for paradise (Eden). And you’re hearing the sounds you’d think would be coming from such a place. And you’re on the outside begging to be let back in. So close but unable to touch the “heaven” he once knew.
Honestly, if you wanna treat yourself, listen to the albums; in order, with the songs, in order. Each album is mastercrafted into a journey of self reflection.
Sleep Token has a ton of phenomenal songs and albums--I recently listened to Sundowning, This Place Will Become Your Tomb and of course Take Me Back to Eden. But Take Me Back to Eden is truly the band's iconic magnum opus and masterpiece that's absolutely a certifiably timeless modern classic. I have this song on repeat because it reaches me in a place emotionally that I can't describe.
I've subbed on the strength of this reaction because you made me laugh so much (and I love Sleep Token and get a bit of kick out of first time reactions, seeing as I can't listen to them for the first time again). Are you going to any of their gigs on the UK leg?
I'm sure others have said it already, but I think one of the most amazing things about this band is their musical talent... they're very skilled musicians and they've managed to blow up so quickly! I appreciate the talent and the difference in how they sound! Love it ❤
Brother when you began to describe a scenescape that the song crafted for you, I related so hard. You MUST listen to their song Atlantic off the album This Place Will Become Your Tomb. It builds this scene in my mind of being thrown into the sea, and I can't shake it. I'd love to see your reaction to it!
I always get excited for the reactions of my favorite lyrics. “I’m awaking hell and the gods grow tired” and idk why but, yours gave me a jumpscare😭😭😂😂
In my humble opinion, the heavy/screaming at the end was necessary because of the anger of NOT being able to "get back to EDEN"....heaven, love of your life, etc.
Agree 💯
Also the song was building up to it as it went. Started off soft, hot angrier, the rap bit of see me as I am, and the full on anger
He said he was going to Bite back.
It’s realising he doesn’t want that Eden anymore because it was also the source of all the pain and hurt. Euclid follows and thats the realisation it’s over. It’s okay to look back and remember what once was, but it’s time to move on. Time to be somebody new. And that’s okay.
I think it’s more like a hopeless desperate pray to get back there rather than just anger, and I’d interpret the decision to use scream is like a way to be heard since his previous asks/prays seemingly didn’t reach the destination 🤔
Ascenionismmmm nextttt. This one is one of their best to me tho, just feels like an experience. A lot of their songs are like this. Love it!
RIGHT up your alley I think
Yes!
Crying because I realized this had to have been released to members a month ago and we're just seeing it 😂😂😂
that song made me get my first tattoo in years. for me, it was life changing during a divorce/black hole in my life
Yessssss!
“It was no accident…” Can’t wait until you catch this one.
ITKYK 💯
i love the line “i dont know whats got its teeth in me but im about to bite back in anger” because the first 2 choruses when he sung take me back to eden, it sounded like pleads, sung very soft and beautiful. but then at the end when he starts screaming, thats his bite back and hes now demanding to be taken back. theyre lyrics and storytelling are just top notch.
I literally wrote that line down when I first heard it, it just hit me hard❤
the screaming at the end was important for the lore
The context of why the heaviest part is at the end: That's because this song meant to be the big cathartic moment of their discography until now, following the lore behind the Vessel (vocalist) and the Goddess (Sleep), that may be a representation of an ex girlfriend, or a real pagan entity (at least for him) that he worships.
Either way, their relationship leans towards toxic and he asks in this song, again and again, to be taken back to the perfect beginning of things (Eden), that doubles in significance as the beginning of life for him, as he says "No amount of self-sought fury will bring back the glory of innocence" and the beginning of the relationship. He asks it in three different verses, in three different ways, until the frustration and desperation boiled up and he screams it: "I've traveled far beyond the path of reason, take me back to Eden, take me back, to Eden."
That's my interpretation on things. There is an article about their discography and it's meanings and if you want i can find and link it later, anyway, my English is self taught so don't hang up on any mistake, great reaction and great music taste :)
“I am giving you more than the debt that I owe.” Higher
@@sunnyshonelle Oh, this is one BIG catharsis too
@@tiago.suares it is incredible the way their songs can hit you differently all the time and the way everything is so intricately intertwined. I definitely agree with your comment. The anger, pain and frustration of doing beyond what was necessary to get back what you’ve lost then following up with Euclid. When I tell you this live was life altering. Vessel is just impeccable at connecting us so deeply.
My brother, finally. I've been on you about this one for awhile! This has got to be one of the most incredible pieces of mystical musical mastery. It's amazing. Glad you enjoy it. Cheers.
The end scream basically a rage. because he can't go back to eden. and in Vore, you can hear the scream sounds painful like begging, kinda. Vessel is musically genius. he put emotions into the scream.
Whole album "Take Me Back To Eden" is heavenly and soo perfect. I really recommend it❤
This.... The entire album is great. It's the third album in a trilogy.
@@samcrorie And Euclid is the most beautiful, uplifting and at the same time sad, piece of music written in modern times. That one hits... rather, punches you, right in the feels.
As someone clever who I can't remember once said in the comments of a Sleep Token reaction, "Vessel knows how to say what most people don't know hot to say, so he says it for us."
As a fellow autistic person who grew up listening to rock/metal, I'm loving how you try to break down the lyrics and really understand the meanings in songs! Love the reactions!
"I'm a winged insect, you're a funeral pyre" is the dopest way of saying "Like a moth to flame".
Also, starting the song out with "I dream is phosphorescence" is fucking crazy. How do you even think of that shit. Vessel is on another level man.
Check out some of the drummer's playthroughs on TH-cam. This song he actually plays the trap parts on the kit but a lot of other songs like The Apparition he uses electronic drum pads
DRUMEO TH-cam page!! YES!
th-cam.com/video/4UwLxv4uw1I/w-d-xo.html
"it's like 3D audio" is a great way to explain it! Great reaction
My favourite album to come out in over a decade for sure. Every track is magnificent. Even lesser popular songs like Aqua Regia are just total vibes.
Aqua Regia is my favourite.
Got to experience Sleep Token live last year and there are no words to describe it! Pure magic!! #Worship
Ah, but he does say in the lyrics before the ending that he was about to bite back in anger. And that’s exactly what he did! ST seem to use genres to showcase particular emotions and I think it works really well.
This song is like fireworks for your ears, it's so beautiful and well delivered.
When music makes you tear up, feel the sensory overload that just grabs your soul...
for a moment you truly experience what makes you human
That’s probably the best description of Sleep Token that I’ve ever heard. It’s like 3D audio
The Chokehold callback gets me everytime. Try 'The Offering' next.
Keep diving down the Sleep Token rabbit hole and we will be here. 🙏
Re listen to this song after you've gotten more of their discography under your belt, and tell me this song ISNT perfect. 🙏🏼♥️
"I don't know what's got its teeth in me, but I'm about to bite back in anger. No amount of self-sought fury will bring back the glory of innocence."
When I first heard that, I lost it. That hits so personally for me as someone who's innocence was stolen from them at a young age. I spent most of my life angry at the world and at myself before I was able to process it. But regardless of how angry I got, the anger and frustration would never bring it back or bring me back to a time before it was taken. Fuck. That shit still hits even after my 100th time hearing it.
If Sleep Token ever sell out, I think they would be great for an IKEA commercial. "Take Me Back To Sweden".
😂
Ok I chuckled
The generated subtitles for your intro are f'king hilarious, mate. "like de crayon stop whoi gives a proper reaction".
Yeah man, LIKE DE CRAYON STOP!
YES YES YES YES!!!! WE NEED MORE SLEEP TOKEN❤❤❤
You are absolutely meant to be transported to the exact place your mind takes you! Their albums tell an amazing story that's open to interpretation, but it seems a lot of folks lean toward love found, had, and lost. If you're up to a bit of a longer reaction video, the drumeo video with II, the drummer, is absolutely amazing. Keep on my friend and enjoy!
Loving the Sleep Token reactions. Honestly the variety of genres in their music will really surprise you.
I just discovered you as i am typing this. The fact that you had tears in your eyes is literally what i went through my first listen to this song. I was going through something very tramatic and when this song came on, it felt like the song brought out a childhood nostalgic moment then took it from me, punched me into reality then hugged and kissed me on the forehead and told me everything was going to be okay if that makes sense... ALSO!! I was invited by a person i befriended at a concert recently and she had two extra tickets to Sleep Token and i declined because i didn't think they were good.... I WILL NEVER FORGIVE MYSELF KNOWING WHAT I KNOW NOW!!!!!!
Accensionism!!!!! Best song off the album imo.
That has got be the funniest reaction to the end I have ever seen. I had to pause because I started cackling at the pure shock on your face.
In the beginning of the song, you're in EDEN, followed shortly by the FALL (you should hear the ROAR). Then you're in water not knowing NOT to breathe....what a MASTERPIECE. I am a die harsh Tool fan, so I do NOT say MASTERPIECE lightly
Saw them yesterday evening in Zurich. Holy shit that was a freaking experience!!! Insane stuff. A must see show 🫡
The apparition next please!!!
I check back now and then Teddy to see your reviews and I love the evolution of your mic 😂
As you listen to the lyrics it’s telling a story about being in Eden, then woken up, and trying to get back there, in the end it’s anger because you can’t get back there.
Eventually you should check out the Drumeo interview and playthrough from their drummer, II. On the albums its just the vovalist singing and on all instruments except for II on drums. III (bass) and IV (guitar, backing hardh vocals) and three female backup singers that go by Espera join them live. III and IV are now permanent band members and so far Espera has appeared with them for every concert.
Nah the ending was totally necessary, you can hear almost the acceptance of not going back but the feeling to go back is too strong so you hear the anger and frustration to go back
Offering your shoe, i love it 😂
Seeing sleep token in December and I’m honestly too excited🎉 Glad you’ve found them, great reaction Teddy! X
been watching you since you first reacted to nf, great to see you listening to this song. absolute masterpiece
Here to worship 🙏🏼🤘🏼💕
I love that you are loving them. I kinda thought you would 😁. Definitely asencionism next pretty please 🙌
Who attended the Lyon France ritual yesterday ???😫🔥❤️
This reaction is my favorite thing on the internet.
" This " is the biggest rabbit hole you will jump in this year. With Sleep Token there are so many clues and hints from songs to other songs. This is a fantastic journey to take. Enjoy mate.
Great song for a great reaction 🤘🤘 BTW..... take a pound of flesh goes a bit further back. Mr William and The Merchant of Venice 😉
Haha Mr William. 😂. Good one though was looking for the Shakespeare comment
I WAS WAITING FOR THIS! Welcome to the Sleep Token rabbit hole
That is what to expect from progressive metal bands, It'll make you feel like listening to 3 songs in 1 and go either close to 10 minutes or above 10 minutes, TOOL is also a progressive metal band, Dream Theater, Opeth, Oceans Of Slumber, Cellar Darling, Etc.
Brother I forgot you haven’t heard this yet. Yea, big heat 🔥
Oh hey fancy meeting you here 😂
@@earthscorcherhey I know you
I was on the fence in that hard end but when you remember the lyrics it fits and makes sense, love it all
Sleep Token really have taken the progressive metal genre to another level and it's amazing to see how huge they've become in such a short space of time. For context, I saw them live at the start of 2023 at a 2,000 cap venue then saw them at the end of 2023 at Wembley Arena which is 10,000. On their next UK tour later this month and into December I'll be seeing them play at the new Co-Op Live arena in Manchester which is 25,000...all sold out shows.
There is SO MUCH deep lore and connections within different songs. You can definitely go down a long rabbit hole on interpretations of the songs, especially from people in the science community. Enjoy!
Yesssss Teddy!! I'm so here for this journey! Some recommendations; Ascensionism, The Apparition, Granite, Agua Regia, Jaws. Eventually; all of them. Also check out II's drum videos on Drumeo! Enjoy the ride 🫶🏻
BAHAHA JUST CAUGHT THE SUMMONING VID, KNEW THIS WOULDNT TAKE LONG TO DROP 😂🔥🍻
Alkaline, Ascenionism, Apparition, Chokehold, Granite, Aqua Regia
also check out their drummer, II (2), on the Drumeo channel
Imma see them on sunday. So hyped for it
Gahhhh...I have been waiting for you to react to sleep token!!!
Sleep Token songs are great on their own, but theyre really meant to be heard in order. from Sundowning to TMBTE. its a story that you can appreciate way more that way, and Take Me Back To Eden (the song) is the climax of the album trilogy. so the choices of instrumentation and lyrics make more sense in context of everything else
Phosphorecents….? 😂 reminded me of that movie Dracula Dead and loving it. “Dracula?! Dracula?!? Dracula?!? …..schedule???”
"Chokehold" must be on the list
Gotta listen to album track by track mate. This song is about the anger stage and how it builds up.
I've never clicked a video so effing fast.
Totally addicted to your reactions. Keep them coming :D
Sleep Token is on another level. Vessel hasn't unlocked some kind of magic equation for addiction to their music. It's unreal. Keep going.
Do yourself a favor, start at the beginning of TNDNBTG, and do everything in order. The pay off at the end of Eden won't be the same if you don't.
#Worship
got a great band for you that really help when i was getting close to rage quitting on life was dead letter circus and the song one step the video is great to
Please react to „Granite“ and „Rain“ from them! Amazing songs
You have to do this whole album!
Hell yeah Teddy! More ST please!
You need to do a video where you listen to Sleep Token's "The Night Does Not Belong to God" and "Euclid" back to back, it is the first song on the first album and the last song on the third album. Such a great experience!
Yeahh! Sleep token mate !!!!
welcome!
My FAVE Sleep Token song 🖤🔥🤘
Enjoying soundscapes as well as the metal you should defintely check out/look into Heilung, completely out there, will blow your mind!!
I have been waiting so long for you to react to sleep token again I really hope you take the journey and listen to all three albums I think youd find the story very interesting you will also find playlist worthy songs as well
I really enjoy watching ppl listening to sleep token for the first time 🤯
0:43 I think it’s more to put you in paradise.
Think of it as you’re searching for paradise (Eden). And you’re hearing the sounds you’d think would be coming from such a place. And you’re on the outside begging to be let back in. So close but unable to touch the “heaven” he once knew.
Worship
Teddy please fall down this rabbit hole. We need your reaction to all of them :)
Sending positive vibes man. Love your content and honest reactions. 🍻
Ive been commenting sleep token ever since I stumble to your channel. I like your reactions from Ronathan to NF and now to this?!!! Omg thank you
"What the fuck is this?" SleepToken my man.
Honestly, if you wanna treat yourself, listen to the albums; in order, with the songs, in order.
Each album is mastercrafted into a journey of self reflection.
I GIGGLED SO HARD!!!! When i saw your smile i was like "YEAH he got the hook!" :D :D :D
Yes genre is a french word hahaha
Sleep Token has a ton of phenomenal songs and albums--I recently listened to Sundowning, This Place Will Become Your Tomb and of course Take Me Back to Eden. But Take Me Back to Eden is truly the band's iconic magnum opus and masterpiece that's absolutely a certifiably timeless modern classic. I have this song on repeat because it reaches me in a place emotionally that I can't describe.
Higher next and ill sub 💯
You should check out "Ascensionism"
Ascensionism next please! But don't worry, you have Euclid to closing it! 💥
I am so happy you finally did these two songs I hope you take the journey and check out the story that is told throughout the three albums
Perfect reaction! Cheers!
OH GOD FINALLY
i'm going to see them live for the first time this weekend and i'm so fkn excited i can't believe it
I've subbed on the strength of this reaction because you made me laugh so much (and I love Sleep Token and get a bit of kick out of first time reactions, seeing as I can't listen to them for the first time again). Are you going to any of their gigs on the UK leg?
Your reactions are true. I know it
I'm sure others have said it already, but I think one of the most amazing things about this band is their musical talent... they're very skilled musicians and they've managed to blow up so quickly! I appreciate the talent and the difference in how they sound! Love it ❤
I def recommend rain, alkaline, give, ascensionism, granite, sugar, and the apparition
Your mic on a stick is wild
PLEEEEASE do higher. PLEASEEEEEE
Brother when you began to describe a scenescape that the song crafted for you, I related so hard. You MUST listen to their song Atlantic off the album This Place Will Become Your Tomb. It builds this scene in my mind of being thrown into the sea, and I can't shake it. I'd love to see your reaction to it!
I always get excited for the reactions of my favorite lyrics. “I’m awaking hell and the gods grow tired” and idk why but, yours gave me a jumpscare😭😭😂😂
Oh wow for free? Am I buggin? A sleeptoken reaction for free? This must be the end of time 🥴🌚