Cruel Angel's Thesis full (English ver.)

[@kutkuknight]

No offense to all the wonderful and talented artists that covered this song but this is the objectively best english cover, I love this so incredibly much

Studio Yuraki x)

[@darassylmoniakam]

nostalgia is strong with this one

[@grimlock1471]

I think that AmaLee's version has higher production quality, and AmaLee may be a better vocalist, though that may be hard to say given aforementioned better production. However these lyrics work MUCH better than AmaLee's version.

[@handlebar4520]

I don't like the audio balance, the soundstage is very closed in, but this has the beast lyrics out there

[@cashewmiranda5155]

I know, and there are a LOT of people who have done a cover, but this is the only one i consider a true English version, and not an adaptation

[@johnnyshock6411]

It took me three separate rewatches to realize that this song is actually Yui's final message to Shinji. It's beyond astounding how the full version of this song encapsulates the entire message of the show, something that lore videos take like 30 minutes to do. I also don't think there exists another song that so accurately and meaningfully portrays the special love of a mother for her child. As someone who lost their mother as they turned 20, nothing makes me feel closer to her than this passage. "Love is the thread of the story that′s woven Of future and present and past I may not ever ascend to the heavens But I know my love will still last!"

[@nameless_moon]

I read the part of lyrics you wrote at the same time that part played. Talk about coincidence...

[@grimlock1471]

Don't feel bad. It's taken me 20 years to figure that out. That it is a song about/to Shinji is obvious but I never saw the next step.

[@micromints1735]

@@grimlock1471 Yui is a fucking crazy genius bitch. She's objectively a terrible person but also somehow the actual closest thing to a true main hero in the series.

[@squegeemcgee2403]

@@grimlock1471 the person who wrote the original Japanese lyrics didn't know almost anything about the show lol. It's just a really big coincidence

[@christopheroconnor6830]

That's a very beautiful sentiment.

[@Kikizilla101]

FINALLY AFTER 3 YEARS I CAN LISTEN TO THIS AGAIN! THIS IS THE ONLY ENGLISH COVER OF THIS SONG I LIKE! INSTANTLY DOWNLOADED IT SO I DONT HAVE TO DEAL WITH IT BEING BLOCKED AGAIN! THANK YOU SO MUCH KUIPER!

[@DirtyDog_Sauce]

has it seriously been 3 years since we've listening to this version O-O holy cheez

[@SgtxAnus]

damn yea i was wondering where this one went

[@Assassin0223]

Where did you download this version?

[@jhoughjr1]

amalee has one thats sdiferent and pretty good

[@Ron-gh4dr]

@@jhoughjr1 really? Her song sounded like hearing a google translate of the of the Japanese lyrics

[@_anti_woke_]

the best English version

[@HueghMungus]

The bestest!! 👍👍👍

[@GrosvnerMcaffrey]

Leeandlie sang it better

[@Delmont_The_Delusional]

​@@GrosvnerMcaffreyagree to disagree. Also, you're a simp.

[@pellergin]

What makes this superior than the other English covers is there seems to be far less word, thus not taking attention away from the instrumental. Also the vocalist in this, isn't "forcing" themself to adjust to the flow (like singing faster), and their delivery is much more melodic, and doesn't seem like they're reading off a paper.

[@firesnakex8]

Not to mention the voice just blends in so well. I don't know why but the other singers just take me out of the song.

[@darassylmoniakam]

it's not their fault if their memories are lmimited.

[@christopheroconnor6830]

The lyrics in this rendition are also much more faithful to the original Japanese as well.

[@keaton5101]

there is 1 time where it feels a little rushed to me, "and the moon" at 2:30 feels like it couldve done with one less syllable (everything else is pretty much perfect though)

[@keaton5101]

ok i actually just listened to the original song and that "extra"-sounding syllable is in the original too. so it is actually perfectly matching lol

[@IronManx70]

Glad I found this again, best english version by far. Its a shame the original is lost because that was accompanied by NGE snippets that went along perfectly with the music, making it one giant summary of the show it was great

[@Max1996YT]

Actually, it most likely was because the video itself was copied (albeit with translated text) from an official channel

[@LonkiDonki]

Best english version, the lyrics flow better and you could see they made more effort to have the lyrics actually make more sense than just trying to paraphrase the direct translation. The only thing is the quality of the audio since the original was posted in like 2013 or so, if only the original singer could come back and redo a HQ version

[@CMan-x7k]

Honestly while it's decent, I find the vocals to be kinda monotone.

[@zacharyhall7466]

@@CMan-x7k The AmaLee version I prefer. But its not bad at all ~

[@CMTechnica]

@@zacharyhall7466 that’s what OP meant by paraphrasing via translation. It’s rather lazy compared to this version, which doesn’t cut corner

[@We_Have_Dragons]

@@CMan-x7k no

[@carlbloke8797]

@@CMTechnicaexcept that’s not true. Amalee’s version was still good too

[@TheThenext1]

3:30 “I may not ever ascend to the heavens but I know my love will still last” that line is deep and incredibly sad 😢

[@guard_09]

It made me think that maybe this is Yui singing

[@dragosanders4234]

Same basically it's shinjis mom saying even though she may not go to heaven she'll always love shinji

[@cla1645]

Like an angel who has forsaken sympathy Rise up, young boy, and make yourself a legend! Blue skies and beckoning winds Are trying to open the door of your heart But you′re gazing at me as if you cannot see You just stand there, smiling vacantly Rise up, young boy, and make yourself a legend! Your eyes hold such innocence You're blind to the fate that will soon come to pass But it′s summoning you with a touch like a sigh You seek it without knowing why But, someday, I know that you will be awakened And your eyes will finally see These wings on your back are just waiting to guide you The future will soon set you free! This cruel thesis, a spiteful angel's litany Will soon soar from the window of your destiny White-hot pathos, a desecrated symphony Stay true to this and don't betray your memory! Come now, reach out, you must embrace reality! Rise up, young boy, and make yourself a legend! You′ve slept for ever-so-long Embraced in affection and cradled with care But with morning′s approach comes an echoing cry It tells you to wave your dreams goodbye And the moon is shining above It wishes to show just how fragile you are You're so frail and slight in its silvery light Our fate is not one we can fight But, someday, I hope that we′ll be reunited If that is what's destined to be Perhaps we′ll discover that elusive Bible And then we will finally be free! This cruel thesis, a spiteful angel's mockery Will bring with it the sorrow of futility Hold on tightly and do not lose vitality You must wake up, for now the dream is history! Come now, reach out, you must embrace humanity! Rise up, young boy, and make yourself a legend! Love is the thread of the story that′s woven Of future and present and past I may not ever ascend to the heavens But I know my love will still last! This cruel thesis, a spiteful angel's litany Will soon soar from the window of your destiny White-hot pathos, a desecrated symphony Stay true to this and don't betray your memory! Come now, reach out, you must embrace reality! Rise up, young boy, and make yourself a legend!

[@seekayy]

fucking thank you

[@spiderfreak1011]

Great job! There are just two small issues with your lyric transcription. You have a "Rise up, young boy, and make yourself a legend!" right after "you just stand there smiling vacantly," even though that's not in the actual lyrics, so that should be deleted. The other part is that it should be "Come now, Angel, you must embrace reality!" instead of "Come now, reach out, you must embrace reality!" Same goes for the "Come now, reach out, you must embrace humanity." that should also be, "angel" instead of "Reach out." Otherwise, perfect!

[@Steertanzer]

Love the lyrics for this version!

[@Delmont_The_Delusional]

​​​@@spiderfreak1011it IS "reach out" though. 1:24 3:16 3:54 there is a very distinct "out"

[@TheCakesCup26]

This cover right here is the reason I started to watch this show. Godspeed.

[@Iloveyaoiitssopeak]

If anyone was wondering, this version was sang by geeky fandubs

[@Warillusen]

Where did this verison go. The lyrics on this feel so much better than the other translated versions.

[@HueghMungus]

Agreed, I don't like the other youtuber's version. Don't need to make it grandier/fancy. Just keep it as close to original ☺️🤘🤘

[@LonkiDonki]

This one has been getting nuked by copyright claims by king records for some reason. The lyrics flow much better because you can see the effort in actually translating it beyond simply awkwardly paraphrasing the direct japanese to english translation into singable lyrics.

[@Artificial-Insanity]

@@LonkiDonki Agreed, the singing on the other one is good too but the lyrics just somehow don't work.

[@cubeshapedwombat6821]

That KZbinr LeeandLie ripped off GeekyFanDubs version of Cruel Angel's Thesis and it hasn't been taken down. A damn shame too, since her iteration is rife with weaker lyrics and auto tone. Fuck Gainax, fuck YT, and fuck Leeandlie for ripping off GFD.

[@MarinettePFP]

@@cubeshapedwombat6821 Is that so? Well. I never liked LeeandLie, her voice is floaty as if she isn't taking the music seriously and only wants to have fun. Should also remark that her intros contain a really obnoxious opening catchphrase. Very overrated cover singer. This video is clearly the superior version

[@fragger6599]

I don't pretend to understand religion or act like any man or women who ever walked the earth were given any answers of existence but personally I truly do believe my love will still last and that's good enough for me

[@Grandrew_]

3:23 is my favorite part. It's Yui speaking directly to Shinji, comforting hum from beyond the grave

[@anton2192]

The better english version in my opinion.

[@tposinggodzilla2035]

Rei’s Head just staring up to the heavens.

[@TheBanishedWind]

Apparently it's Lilith?

[@rudolphrolle9786]

Its actually both they fused

[@cardinalhamneggs5253]

My first time listening to this, but I've already seen the lyrics on the Evangelion wiki. Edit: I checked the wiki and discovered that the English lyrics they had for the TV-size version were _not_ these lyrics, but were almost identical in the chorus (the full-length English lyrics were just a direct translation of the Japanese), so I edited the page to use these lyrics instead.

[@mitchellhouser1572]

The previous video of this singer and lyrics was deleted but after a few years of looking I have found another one! In my opinion this translation and this singer is the best version without a doubt. Love it!!

[@adilo7733]

The best version is back!

[@DiegoFreitas-z3w]

Just amazing song with English version ! Congrats to the producer !

[@lanzelol1859]

Best english cover, no other comes even close!

[@bored_boar]

Fr though, the lyrics just flows so much better in this so it's much more pleasant to the ears

[@vilexross]

Listening to this while looking at the moon.

[@ItzNormal415]

what a master piece

[@koca6685]

I was lucky enough to have downloaded this version already

[@afauver1877]

ayo would you happen to have that download somewhere? I want to add it to my collection of videos / music that I keep for posterity.

[@vanguard6498]

RISE UP YOUNG BOY AND MAKE YOUR SELF LEGENDDDDD

[@antediluviano7891]

This is probably the best version of all the English covers!!

[@lodovico9281]

The lyrics in this version are LEAGUES better than all the other English covers

[@southpen4558]

i was worried we'd lost this gem

[@JontyLevine]

Such a beautiful translation. It almost could have been written in English originally.

[@ssun6123]

I've been searching for this !! thank you so much, this cover is wonderful

[@Anna_dushina]

Like an angel who has forsaken sympathy Rise up, young boy, and make yourself a legend! Blue skies and beckoning winds… Are trying to open the door of your heart But you’re gazing at me as if you cannot see; You just stand there, smiling vacantly Your eyes hold such innocence; You’re blind to the fate that will soon come to pass But it’s summoning you with a touch like a sigh; You seek it without knowing why But, someday, I know that you will be awakened… And your eyes will finally see These wings on your back are just waiting to guide you; The future will soon set you free! This cruel thesis, a spiteful angel’s litany Will soon soar from the window of your destiny White-hot pathos, a desecrated symphony; Stay true to this and don’t betray your memory! Come now, reach out - you must embrace reality! Rise up, young boy, and make yourself a legend! You’ve slept for ever-so-long… Embraced in affection and cradled with care But with morning’s approach comes an echoing cry; It tells you to wave your dreams goodbye And the moon is shining above; It wishes to show just how fragile you are You’re so frail and slight in its silvery light; Our fate is not one we can fight But, someday, I hope that we’ll be reunited… If that is what’s destined to be Perhaps we’ll discover that elusive Bible And then we will finally be free! This cruel thesis, a spiteful angel’s mockery Will bring with it the sorrow of futility Hold on tightly and do not lose vitality; You must wake up, for now the dream is history! Come now, reach out - you must embrace humanity! Rise up, young boy, and make yourself a legend! Love is the thread of the story that’s woven… Of future and present and past I may not ever ascend to the heavens But I know my love will still last! This cruel thesis, a spiteful angel’s litany Will soon soar from the window of your destiny White-hot pathos, a desecrated symphony; Stay true to this and don’t betray your memory! Come now, reach out - you must embrace reality! Rise up, young boy, and make yourself a legend!

[@jokie1236]

Wish there were more covers using these lyrics. They make so much more sense and hold a stronger meaning to the song

[@TheBionicWorm]

Thank you so much. Seriously, thank you.

[@diskdem0n]

finally a good version of an english cover

[@Icyangel10]

lol It was a perfect day to go cleaning up my favs & playlists, remembered this & it's my favorite cover of the song

[@ch3rp1]

Unpopular opinion: this is better than the original.

[@adityawankhade9555]

I will disagree any day

[@onomotopeia11]

THIS VERSION IS SOOO DAM GODDDDDDDDDDDDDDD

[@acedetective9542]

Agreed, it fits the vibe of the song more than other covers

[@psachickennugget8617]

This is fucking beautiful. I never cared about the show, but damn does this fill my heart with something tingly.

[@draconicusmathiusanytherio7630]

Best version

[@onomotopeia11]

this ver >>>>>

[@21stCenturyNabokov]

Lyrically, I prefer this version of Eva over the original Japanese lyrics. Mostly because this has more of a bittersweet and melancholic tone to it's approach to lyricism compared to the original Japanese version which fits with the theme and the atmosphere of the show a lot more than the Japanese version(Which mostly stemmed from Yoko Takahashi not knowing what the themes for the show was at the time when writing this).

[@hykuzo]

It's literally imposssible that this video has so low view count condidering how many times i listen to this song per week

[@scoopidyschloop]

the view count doesn't increase if you watch a video multiple times on the same account

[@spiderfreak1011]

Like an angel who has forsaken sympathy Rise up, young boy, and make yourself a legend! Blue skies and beckoning winds Are trying to open the door of your heart But you′re gazing at me as if you cannot see You just stand there, smiling vacantly Your eyes hold such innocence You're blind to the fate that will soon come to pass But it′s summoning you with a touch like a sigh You seek it without knowing why But, someday, I know that you will be awakened And your eyes will finally see These wings on your back are just waiting to guide you The future will soon set you free! This cruel thesis, a spiteful angel's litany Will soon soar from the window of your destiny White-hot pathos, a desecrated symphony Stay true to this and don't betray your memory! Come now, angel, you must embrace reality! Rise up, young boy, and make yourself a legend! You′ve slept for ever-so-long Embraced in affection and cradled with care But with morning′s approach comes an echoing cry It tells you to wave your dreams goodbye And the moon is shining above It wishes to show just how fragile you are You're so frail and slight in its silvery light Our fate is not one we can fight But, someday, I hope that we′ll be reunited If that is what's destined to be Perhaps we′ll discover that elusive Bible And then we will finally be free! This cruel thesis, a spiteful angel's mockery Will bring with it the sorrow of futility Hold on tightly and do not lose vitality You must wake up, for now the dream is history! Come now, angel, you must embrace humanity! Rise up, young boy, and make yourself a legend! Love is the thread of the story that′s woven Of future and present and past I may not ever ascend to the heavens But I know my love will still last! This cruel thesis, a spiteful angel's litany Will soon soar from the window of your destiny White-hot pathos, a desecrated symphony Stay true to this and don't betray your memory! Come now, angel, you must embrace reality! Rise up, young boy, and make yourself a legend!

[@rodwinter1978]

Repeating what has already been said. This is the best english version of this great song. Who is singing it? I loved the tone and warmth of her voice

[@stephanos6128]

geekyfandoms, from what i hear the video has long since been copyrighted and deleted

[@gregtaylor9198]

"And the moon is shining above, it wishes to show just how fragile you are"

[@Gambit1907]

This is my favorite version of this song

[@WoodenHorst]

Great cover! I like the translation a lot and the singing is great too! :)

[@theantiquearchive5028]

Perfect perfect perfect perfect

[@NiconD80]

This is the best english version for me

[@albertdesantis7738]

After months of watching Evangelion only have last Rebuild to go and I finally know what they're saying. Didn't realize there was another 3 whole minutes of song haaha

[@ItzNormal415]

Worst thing u will do

[@vigilanterealiswear]

This is so beautiful, I always hated the english versions but this changed my perspective like this is actually so good!

[@rogerzalos2851]

About time I found this, gotta hope that king's whatever copyright doesn't hit this

[@levitaylor1867]

About time thanx

[@deadcaliph6414]

I'm guessing the lyrics are from the perspective of Shinjis mother. Maybe she, like Langley's mother, is an AT field

[@radenariantodkanto7588]

*WE MAKING OUT THE TOKYO-3 WITH THIS ONE 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥*

[@aru3299]

Better download the video guys! It won't be long until they take it down!

[@Starwarsfan1253]

0:38 and 0:45 are my favourite lyrics.

[@connorgoonman9500]

Oh my god, it’s the geekyfandubs version. It’s as beautiful as the day I lost you.

[@barbarasmootsmoot3495]

Thanx for this

[@CommanderAlpharocks]

beautiful

[@OnlyOneJra]

yes

[@rageface-blt7008]

The other version, the popular one, that girl Is just trying too hard and ruins It. This version sounds like they care for the show, It's just plan better. Soulless vs Soul.

[@strifer2781]

Which version ruins it?

[@vanguard6498]

it helps that this singer doesnt need auto tune

[@victoriabell9546]

@@strifer2781 I believe OP is talking about LeeandLie's cover of the song, which is the more popular version.

[@lShadowdark]

Finally i found it! Know the name of the singer? (Is not Yoko, at least not what i found on english)

[@anngarth]

the singer is geekyfandubs, if i remember correctly

[@darassylmoniakam]

aka Geeky McGeekstein

[@christopherpatricklizares5306]

Thank you.

[@premiummelons1512]

Thank goodness i downloaded the og video, got scared after seeing a lot of the other eva ost's getting blocked. Shame that stuff happened

[@BasbaseNL]

Can you upload it somewhere?

[@hattrick257]

Rise up young boy and make yourself a legend. The other versions aren’t as good.

[@rkuper95]

Thanks!

[@neon_genesis]

We are so back.

[@zettacraig8122]

this is some good shit

[@Tasuke]

Sounds good!

[@TheGuyNobodyReallyLikes]

Classic.

[@OnlyOneJra]

totaly

[@BugboiBert]

When im sad I lock myself in the bathroom and blast this with my speaker.

[@barbarasmootsmoot3495]

Classic Eva's forever ftw

[@yodkssudgktp_1424]

This is the best version

[@barbarasmootsmoot3495]

Yes thanx

[@carlbloke8797]

I wonder who is the English singer here?

[@levitaylor1867]

Yes

[@bat_rblx3916]

WOW

[@JSerrato289]

The lyrics of this version are the closest to the japanese original

[@onomotopeia11]

no because this version is my fav

[@rubygloom2275]

Is this a fanmade cover

[@PINKLUNAMOON]

Where are the lyrics....come on....

[@MasterCheeksUNSC]

no longer is it blocked

[@heathc148]

You sound like Yoda

[@erikurizita6702]

Mmmm, blocked, no longer it is. Thesis Angel Cruel in English, it is.

[@MasterCheeksUNSC]

@@erikurizita6702 yeah i love evangelion genesis neon

[@MuzanKibutsuji-x9o]

I love how it is Asuka telling Shinji to get his shit together

[@barbarasmootsmoot3495]

Eva's always

[@Drew_150]

Anyone remember the singer's name? I vaguely remember that this was made for an Evangelion panel at a convention a while ago now... Maybe late 2000s/early 2010s?

[@АланНурлашев-э3п]

Geekyfandubs

[@Awesomeboyscout]

I wonder wheres the original video? Its MIA for years =(

[@alchemistofsteel8099]

It was posted by Geekyfandubs

[@darassylmoniakam]

YT decided to delete the video for annoying copyright

[@levitaylor1867]

Thanx

[@elleramirez1373]

Who is the singer? Is it the original Japanese singer or someone else?

[@sonicfanboy3375]

Geekyfandubs

[@ktytim2009]

3:38

[@DeconvertedMan]

[@Idkpleasejustletmechangeit]

I prefer the upload of this that points a gun at the viewer.

[@barbarasmootsmoot3495]

👍

[@dragontein9955]

best eng lyrics Wish sound quality was on par

[@onomotopeia11]

man this version make me wanna slap my momma

[@stalecheez-it1034]

it's been a year did you ever do it

[@caramelle7625]

Yeah come on man give us an answer

[@crisrobles3425]

Kabbalah

[@crisrobles3425]

“Perhaps we’ll discover that elusive Bible, and then we will finally be free.” ….To ascend through the Tree of Life, which is within us and without us.

[@onomotopeia11]

CAn someone type these lyrics out

[@antibioticaddict]

Who is the singer of this song?

[@darassylmoniakam]

someone called geekyfandubs

[@darassylmoniakam]

aka Geeky McGeekstein

[@aaagatkaaa]

any idea who the singer is?

[@TheBanishedWind]

She's called "Geeky McGeekstein" here on KZbin

[@aaagatkaaa]

@@TheBanishedWind its a year later. i hope the plight has struck.

[@TheBanishedWind]

@@aaagatkaaa ...What plight?

[@velvetdarksoul8741]

The only good English cover

[@capycapy8920]

The only good version