Awaiting Their Return - Grandma's Theme Piano Cover

[@silvercandra4275]

This song sounds melancholic, sad, proud, happy, concerned, but at ease all at the same time. I think that's how parents feel when their kids leave home, isn't it?

[@WillGaylord]

When this first came out, I was obsessed and play this for a recital. I was 14. And now all these years later I'm 22, still listening. Mark of Two, I doubt you'll ever see this, but, to put it out in the aether, I wish that I could thank you for touching my life in such a momentous way. This channel is one of the reasons why I strove to become the accomplished musician I am today. Valentine's 2021 ♥

[@joeywomer]

Grandma: Link? Aren't you hungry? Would you like Grandma to fill your bottle with some of her homemade soup?

[@NathanWoyessa]

sure

[@joeywomer]

@@NathanWoyessa You are such a well mannered boy. Here you go. By the way, thank you for responding. I've been waiting 5 years for this.

[@JasakutheLeafeon]

This just makes my heart warm up

[@superbuuinyourrecommended]

Return of the King

[@dnnsnddhhdifnf7729]

@@joeywomer :)

[@blakechero378]

I would've contacted you in a more personal way on this matter but I didn't see an email, so here's what I have to say: Two days ago, my grandma passed away. Growing up, my grandma watched over me and my siblings often while my mom was at work. She made up a large part of my childhood and I remember fondly many things while I was at her home, most notably was the middle room with the N64 and gamecube where I would play games for a good amount of time. Wind Waker was one of those games that I remember back on, and while I don't remember Grandma's song from that time (I'm sure I've heard it then though) no other song has captured the love that I feel for my grandma in the same way. You've given me a beautiful song that goes beyond words that I will be playing at her funeral. And while she may not wholey know what it is and where it's from, the beauty of this song I feel is enough for her to know exactly what I'm saying and feeling. Thank you so much for this piece, and I hope you see this so you know how much your music has impacted someone.

[@Kipplingfire]

My grandma just passed and she also basically raised my siblings and I ❤️

[@blakechero378]

@@Kipplingfire I'm sorry for your loss as well. I hope everything will be alright, but for the moment its OK to not be alright.

[@Cinder896]

I know this comment is a year old so this reply is kinda outdated, but sorry for your loss i know what your going through i lost my grandma and grandpa to a car accident i was 4 at the time so i dont remember much but i do remember my mom coming home from the hospital pouring tears i wish that never happened i will always miss them they were so nice but that seems to be every grandparent always really nice. Anyways hope you are feeling better

[@blakechero378]

@@Cinder896 Those moments are the hardest part of life, im sorry you also had to go through this. I'm fairly new to death and it happened to be someone who I was dearly close to, but it's gotten better. I still break down and cry a lot when I think about her though, but I'm ok with that.

[@linksgranny64]

I am very sorry for you loss. Just know, your grandmother would be very proud of you. 💚

[@Zeldafan1ify]

I thought the original song couldn't get any sadder.. Congratulations T___T

[@ADHDkid321]

I recently lost my grandmother. During the summer, while my parents were at work, they would drop me off at her place. One summer my friend lent me windwaker. I had never played a zelda game, but hey I had all the time in the world might as well try it out. I brought my gamecube to her house every day and would play cuddled up with my grandmother who would watch me play and comment on everything. She really only spoke spanish so she didn't really understand much, but we always thought it was funny to go visit "grandma" and I would tell her "that's you!". Now she's gone and I can't stop thinking about her, and this song will forever be etched into my heart. And I can't stop crying.

[@drcoolcabbage]

You know, I thought it wasn't possible for this song to get more feelsy. I was wrong. And I'm so happy about it.

[@Moe_Posting_Chad]

I have been listening to this song for many years. It never gets old. Thank you so much for providing the sheet music for this arrangement. I am very grateful, fren.

[@EVIL1357]

As I sat here working on my math into the night, so far from home, half way across the country from my family or anyone I knew for college. I chose this cover piece because I hadn't heard it yet and let it play in the background... After hearing the notes it became familiar to me... This song was played at my high school graduation ceremony. Suddenly I felt a wave of homesickness wash over me... My family awaits my return home. Our town may be small and boring but it is home...and I miss it.

[@rproctor83]

I hope you eventually found your way back home 😊

[@icedragonstar]

When I got married in 2016, I was looking for nerdy/game related piano covers of my favorite games to play while everyone was being seated and during the ceremony. This song played while my bridal party walked down to the alter. It’s a beautiful piece. Thank you for this treasure, made my wedding even more special as I was able to put in a little of my nerdy side in the ceremony in an elegant way. Thank you for playing/creating this!

[@MrNaglic]

Aww that's so cute and yes this certainly is an amazing song😊

[@CircularPixels]

I listened to this with rain in the background. Right in the feels man. You are an amazing musician, Mark of Two. Keep being awesome!

[@CiaSorceressOfTheValley]

The original always made me choke up a little. But now upon hearing this one, my face is drenched in tears...

[@MarkOfTwo]

Yeah, it definitely doesn't have the same melancholic feel that the original was meant to portray (except at the very start of the piece). But, I also wasn't trying to convey the exact same emotions as the original. The purpose of this song is to explore what other emotions she could have been feeling during Link's adventure. If I had tried to portray the exact same emotions as the original, I don't think it would've been different enough to the original to be interesting.

[@jakeheller9978]

Love the ideas you explore with your music and the songs you choose

[@trebleclef6994]

I need some water. But first, let me crawl into my closet and cry softly into a pillow ;_;

[@trebleclef6994]

Shane Atkinson *Sniff* Thanks...

[@zeyode]

Crafted Circle Hands fairy in a bottle

[@truesandman9]

Crafted Circle do..do you need a hug?

[@trebleclef6994]

truesandman9 I'm fine...

[@truesandman9]

Crafted Circle are you sure... ok im here if you need a hug... im giving you a hug anyways.

[@icegoddesslexra]

Out of all the Legend of Zelda songs I think Grandma's Theme is the saddest. :C You did it justice. Loved the spins you put into the arrangement.

[@kawaiigoomy3487]

;-; Helping grandma was probably the wholesome thing I've done in any game. I haven't seen my grandma in such a long time, I wish I could go see her and give her fairy.

[@MarkOfTwo]

Alright, this is the part where I admit that I didn't really have an emotion for every part. It was more general when I wrote it. ^^; But, you did get pretty much all the emotions I had in mind when I wrote it. I don't think she is ever happy during the song; hopeful maybe, but not happy. At times, she is angry at the situation. I think the fear that Link and Aryll may never return is the most important emotion and I think she tries to convince herself that everything will be alright.

[@Dezbood]

8 years later, and your cover still rings true to the original.

[@erickrul1778]

I'm the guy that asked for the MIDI. It works excellently on my piano! Some online MIDI's have the left and right hand dumped together in the same track, which makes playing them a nightmare. Your MIDI has separate tracks, and for that, I salute you. /salute/

[@TheEggoEffect]

30 seconds in and I’m crying... This is such a powerful piece. Wind Waker was my first Zelda. I only just beat it this summer, and... I love it. Easily my favorite in the series. Whenever I visited Grandma, I just wanted to tell her that it would be alright, that I would save Aryll, that I would bring peace to Hyrule, that I would reunite our family. I can’t quite describe in words how Wind Waker makes me feel. Despite only playing it within the past year or so, it makes me feel oddly nostalgic. It reminds me of a simpler time, when I didn’t have to worry about school, about whether or not I was a decent musician, student, son, brother, or friend. Back when I didn’t worry about this amazing, beautiful girl who exists in a completely separate world from mine. This song made me stand back for five minutes, to take a break from all the stress, to relax. To get some much-needed tears out of my system. Thank you, Mark of Two. You are an incredible musician and I respect you in the highest regard.

[@tigergirl305]

This past summer, I went through a heartbreaking romantic situation. One night, after the I had a tough conversation with the guy, we hung up on an incredibly sad and bitter note. The morning after, while I processed my feelings, I put on a playlist of emotional Zelda music. This particular cover played, and it was what got the tears rolling. I cried so hard, all alone in my apartment, lost and confused. Now it's one of my sad songs that I listen to whenever I find myself in "emo girl hours" as I call it, whether it be thinking of him or something else. I can't make it through the first minute without crying--which is a good thing, by the way. It's an incredibly cathartic piece, and it helps relieve me of my feels. Thank you, Mark of Two. You have a magical touch.

[@DanielFuller91]

The feels are strong with this one

[@ricksays7133]

It makes me think that Link and Zelda go through a lot of sad times just to restore peace in Hyrule.

[@shvdxyjvntpebblerock780]

Rick Says They absolutely do....

[@avalevine4073]

I cry every time I hear this song! So beautifully sad...

[@crystalglaceon6679]

Is there anyone who DOESN'T get da feels when listening to this? Nope. This is amazing.

[@sgthank]

yea makes me think o my grandmother every time i listen to it and i cant help but get all teary eyed

[@Drewgoza]

When I heard this in a music track it brought back the memories I had with my grandma. She passed in 2019, so not too long ago. You portrayed such beautiful emotion in this piece. The pain she felt from their leaving, but the reassurance of their return. I will learn this piece to set my soul at ease.

[@tangeek42]

Damn it. Wanted to play some Wind Waker HD, you know. Then I had to get the shield from my grandma. Damn it., failure T_T I don't even want to go on an adventure anymore. Just wanna stay with grandmaaaaaa. :'-( Seriously, though, this song is amazing. And your cover is as well. In my opinion it's even better, because it fluctuates between sad and joyful. Between hopeless and hopeful. At 2:30, I just want to get up and say "I'm gonna save her, grandma ! You don't worry, we will come back. Just make us some soup" ! And that feeling when you come back later, a fairy in the bottle for her. I know I sound cheesy, but it's truly one of the most memorable moment I've ever played in all videogames. Anyway, I have known and listened to this cover for a year, now, but I never took the time to say thank you. So thanks.

[@trupotato]

You said it better than I could've.

[@azentiazadia7323]

Tangeek M. I cried when I came back and she was asleep on her chair, crying. ... I was so excited To go back on outset island To tell her I was alright but so sad discovering I couldnt talk To her. ... I tried everything To awake her. ... even that story with a fairy. ... is it supposed To work ?

[@jacobgroves9274]

@@azentiazadia7323 yes it's how you wake up grandma, Awaken grandma we need you ;-;

[@thatrootree]

I'm thirsty.. I think i've shed all liquids there is in my body..

[@MelodiousxMarin]

I really love the addition of Nayru's theme in this. :3

[@Sandro234]

this player is an absolute legend.

[@skeletonshadeplatinum1998]

I don't think I'll be able to listen to this song the same ever again. *cries* So good!!!

[@matthewmcginn7723]

It's been so long since I listened to you, I found your channel when my mother was still here. Now I'm listening awaiting her return.

[@brandongunn77]

Your piano work is downright amazing. AND MY FAVOURITE GAME music too.. 10/10 .. This song is so freaking sad.

[@arivalentine555]

*cries* this. Was. Beautiful. As soon as it started I felt like I was on the verge of crying

[@Emarella]

I think you totally nailed that. I personally adore your rendition of this song. It's so beautiful, and I think it's perfect in its fullness. It's rich and beautiful. I'm listening to all my favorites from your songs just to get you more views! You are amazing!

[@elleenoel512]

The Legend of Zelda. The video game series that makes you cry. ALL. THE. TIME.

[@jasonduhela4416]

Instant nostalgia tears... *sobs... I need some grandma soup now

[@rayarc9]

This song always gives me the feels

[@inakidelabarrera2119]

Omg 2018 and crying over this... Hey Mark of Two your music is amazing, are you still working on music??? Let us know!!

[@Sariah564]

It's breathtaking.

[@imzpro4235]

So nostalgic and touching. This is the best

[@lisafalcon8187]

Who disliked this? I will......I will.... Never mind, music was so amazing I forgot what I was going to say. I mean, dayum. Superb job, man.

[@unholylillim]

Not ever played a lot of Wind Waker, but I love Zelda so I decided to give it a try. I wasn't fully certain that I was going to enjoy it, but this music convinced me to do it. And you know what? I loved it. It wasn't my favorite, but I thought it was great all the same. So thanks, Mark of Two, for making me want to play one of the strongest titles in the franchise.

[@MarkOfTwo]

+The Emjoria Show Wind Waker is definitely one of my top 5 Zelda titles. :D

[@unholylillim]

Yeah, I'm definitely going to try and get my hands on it. It's a little expensive.

[@anavonbunners8594]

um...this is amazing. Thank you for providing the sheet music :)

[@Mestephra]

This one time I took too long riding the waves in my play through, and I apparently came back to see her in a grave with her theme playing too. It was really sad. Save your grandma on time, And be a good lad.

[@MrTheOGKitteh]

-cries- this is beautiful

[@mysti_fay]

I just found your channel through this video and I can't believe you're not completely satisfied with how this piece turned out. I think it's completely wonderful and amazing and it's my favorite of all your arrangements (I listened to all of them). Honestly you just seem like such a genuinely nice and awesome person too, I just had to subscribe because you totally deserve it. Maybe someday you can share some more of your beautiful music with the world!

[@alexmonick344]

*sobbing bc music is too beautiful*

[@AkiraMikage]

Totally love it...

[@Sevelin777]

You're amazing man. Never forget that!

[@Duhemsounds]

This is a beautiful piano version, mark of quality :)

[@jinwatanabe4108]

Listening to this makes me wish hug my grandma... She passed away 2 years ago...

[@ewsecond]

So warm. Thankyou

[@MarkOfTwo]

Awww, thank you! :D Sorry it took so long, but I put the sheet music up in the description now. Best of luck. ^^

[@rinokill3216]

Ugggg the feelssss r to strong!!!

[@joeromano507]

Why am I crying😢... Just Beautiful 🙏🏽

[@TheWhiteFoxTruth]

dontcrydontcrydontcrydontcry... *FAILS*

[@MarkOfTwo]

Hey! Thank you so much! ^^ I took a look at your channel and I really like what you have so far. I always love to hear new interpretations of my favorite game themes and it looks like you are off to a great start. I look forward to seeing more from you. :) Sorry for taking so long to reply though. >.

[@forcytk]

ALL THE FEELS!! THEY ARE COMING!

[@tracyvictoria3869]

noooooooo, it kinda makes you feel this longing feelings of non-existent friends that we've been waiting for their return

[@kelseycakes4]

i love all of you zelda covers, thank you

[@touchingpizzas]

I love your music!

[@Cybertronic72388]

I can't quite put my finger on what this song reminds me of. It has a similar feel to "Always with Me" from Spirited Away, but also a bit of Phantom of the Opera's "Think of me"at times too. But neither of those quite fit the familiarity I hear.

[@Technibility]

Thank you for this. Relaxing music during these trying Covid era times.

[@Thionzi]

I love listening to this song! Thank you so much for making this available as well, I can't wait to play this for others

[@JulesNE12]

and... subscribed. I love your Zelda music... So beautiful

[@wizard4937]

I remembered grandmas soup like it was 10 years ago. I sacrificed a fairy to make grandma happy! that's how I much love her

[@Alink2yoshi]

this is great it keeps to the depressing sense but is also really inspirational and motivational

[@MrFingersk8te]

Wow, if I hadn't subbed you in the past, I wouldn't know that you did another great cover :D

[@Onisasu]

Beautiful rendition!

[@church7089]

Incredibly pretty. I enjoyed it thoroughly. That being said, I personally think it feels too...full? It's grand. It's a very encompassing sound, and in doing that it really feels like it loses the melancholy that the original piece had and meant to convey. I think it needs to be a bit emptier, I suppose? That being said, this is a beautiful rendition, and still incredibly pretty. I enjoy it a lot regardless of my personal qualms.

[@darinkaguevaracue]

It´s really beautiful. touching. it has the magic, besides any technic used to create it. thanks!

[@sithmaster4305]

Great of course I had to wander across this now I'm hurting in the feels.

[@NinneM]

This has to be played at my funeral

[@Eciceus]

I've listened to all of your zelda covers which have been some of my favorite remakes and wanted to suggest "great fairy's fountain" or some temple songs like "elegy of emptiness" or "nocturne of shadow"

[@oj7442]

I cant be the only one with no crying on my mind joke or not wen listening to this rather a deep trance of thought

[@RylanRendar]

Every time I hear this song I want to call my grandparents and tell them I love them.

[@rrbar14]

This is amazing. I really like your Storm's Calling, and this one is also really good.

[@timftwlol]

This is simply amazing, I wish I had learned how to play the piano!

[@Kalificus]

*Single tear falls from eye and crystalizes* And thats how ice arrows were made.

[@TheNiviae]

I love it!

[@ninivethvccyanide9060]

You make me CRY!!! TwT

[@emmaswan4673]

4 people were too impatient and could not await the return.

[@craftman780]

Now 7.

[@trupotato]

Make it 9.

[@tebasvshd]

Now 10 :”c

[@fataliahellfire1865]

Now 11 unu

[@austinterry5948]

You've inspired me to dislike! Thank you!

[@Armageddon_Junk]

Awww Yisssss, another cover from IMeMark.

[@HYERthanyou]

I would love it if you put up the music sheet because I REALLY want to play this song. Its Amazing!!

[@expansionpack4485]

Now I'm awaiting your return...

[@eklipsegirl]

Amazing!

[@goawaypleasethanks]

wow, youre just amazing at all these zelda covers! do you think you could consider doing one of my favorite songs in majoras mask: the clock town theme song? i bet you could pull off an AMAZING piano cover of that! well, i suppose you could pull off amazing piano covers of EVERYTHING by the sounds of it.

[@MarkOfTwo]

Actually, lets try a little experiment. Imagine for a second that Link's grandma is a piano player and that it was actually her that wrote this piece. Listen very closely and tell me what she was feeling when she wrote it. Let me know and then, I'll let you know what I thought she was feeling (which is what I think the piece is meant to portray).

[@joeromano507]

Mark of Two my father plays piano... this song reminds me of him playing. Thank You

[@axm7597]

First, love and tenderness, like any (grand)mother have for it's child Then cheerfulness and pride for her youngster, that is finally leaving home for his adventure. Then sadness, grief, worriness. But at the end comes back the hope and trust that her grand child will do well yes i'm late to answer sorry wasn't born yet

[@lafusclau4500]

Why does people do drugs even when such beautiful things like this exist? Congrats, your pieces are uplifting and touching. :)

[@mrshmuga9]

great job!

[@toast.1312]

now if you excuse me, I'm going to cry with grandma (sniff)

[@DonkeyKongJr]

Thanks for the feels man..

[@Xenoblader94]

wow... thats great

[@lilturbin3013]

this is too great

[@eric1moelbert]

I love it ! :)

[@ejayj]

GRANDMAAAAAA 😭😭😭

[@bbost3]

I feel that thought she is happy he is off on an adventure, she worries that he will be in danger and may not ever end up returning. Due to this, its causing her to remember him and the times spent together, attempting to either reminisce, or maybe to encourage the face she believe he is safe and able to survive? I'm actually a little confused with the ending however. It sees to have resolved, but those this mean he returned, or she has accepted the fact he may never return? *My opinion anyway.*

[@PhantomCatMusic]

I need some soup for the heart I just lost

[@Sakurad1te]

Best of the best

[@gx3mz]

I love you grandma!