Dirt Poor Robins - The Saints I (Official Audio and Lyrics)

[@JudeLumbajak]

This sounds really strong and hopeful, if you pretend The Saints II doesn't exist. Ha, well done as always.

[@dirtpoorrobins]

Bojack Sampson exactly

[@kingkai1817]

What I love about DPR, is that all these songs are stories, beautiful works of art put out on a song that I could listen to for AGES I love each and every one of these works of art, and I must put it out here for all to see and observe Beautiful, absolutely beautiful

[@Wpxtmvpsxm]

The instrumental at 4:11 really resonated with me and I couldn't figure out why. Turns out it's a rhythm I've been tapping on my leg ever since I was a kid trying to see if I could do triplets and duplets at the same time. This is your best song yet, in my humble opinion.

[@dirtpoorrobins]

Jetserpent aha. You cracked the code. One of my musical goals for the Gold EP was to intermingle 2s, 3s, 4s and 6s in a way that felt musical

[@Lerithan]

Damn, DPR playing 4D chess....on a musical instrument!!

[@finnreyansh5234]

i guess Im asking randomly but does anyone know a way to get back into an Instagram account..? I was dumb lost the account password. I love any help you can offer me.

[@frenchibi]

It always feels like some larger-than-life sentiment is contained in your songs, something large yet deeply personal that resonates - it's in the incredible lyrics, together with the building instrumentation; listening to this feels like rising up and up and up until something bursts and it feels huge and important and I don't really have words for it? It feels like it should be sung from mountaintops. I'm always deeply emotionally affected by your music, and the yearning in this particular song hit me harder than anticipated. I've been having a bit of a rough time lately, and it feels like this found me at just the right moment to give me the hope and momentum that I needed to keep looking forward. Just... all of your songs are incredible, but this one? I've been singing along to this at the top of my lungs at every opportunity, because I /feel/ it, I feel like it expresses something that was inside me but I haven't been able to put into words, like you reached in and pulled this out, like "oh, so that's what that was." This has become long and rambly, but I just- I really, really love your music so much. Thank you for making this, for sharing it, for putting it out into the world for us to hear. I'm so excited for any and all future projects!

[@Jollybeebabes]

bro this is beautiful. you have a really lovely way with words

[@sirdlc7]

I'm so damn thankful Spotify recommended this

[@dirtpoorrobins]

Sir Dlc welcome! Glad to have you here, good sir!

[@Chocomunchie]

Same.

[@crmaronay]

My 16 year old turned me onto your work recently and I couldn't be prouder of his music choices. You are outstanding, thank you.

[@NoremacH3]

I've yet to hear one of your songs that doesn't have an amazing chorus

[@allietyler18]

Your music has changed my life. It gives me calm where panic used to be. You sing about real life truths, and the darkest themes with the most articulate beauty.

[@dirtpoorrobins]

This is all I ever wanted to hear. Thanks

[@allietyler18]

You guys are the most amazing. Every song is pure genious through song.

[@Chunes3]

I'm not a religious person but listening to this for the first time was a religious experience. Thanks.

[@kkounal974]

The point of this and its sequel is to warn against "religious experiences".

[@Zanyotaku]

Yes! This was my favorite song on the new EP!!!

[@cobratine7184]

I’ve waited for this and I love it more than I thought I would. Disappointment is unobtainable when you guys are involved.

[@enzy9864]

Haunting song. About a technological singularity? Horrifying and comforting in equal measure

[@willahau2]

I discovered you only 3 days ago on Spotify but I can already say that this Gold EP is the best EP I have heard this decade, or maybe even the best one I have EVER heard in my life. I have listened through all of your albums several times now and I really enjoy all of them but this Gold EP has something extremely special to it with its cinematic sound and grand melodies and production. The tempo change in Wax Cylinder Sonata and The Saints' chorus are some of the most stunning musical moments I have experienced in my life. Thank you for creating this wonderful music! I really hope you release this new project as a CD as well, I can't wait to support you and buy it!

[@dirtpoorrobins]

willahau2 wow! We’re so encouraged to hear this. If you are on Facebook, join our community there. Everyone is great

[@ratadjacent]

Every time I listen to this song and this album I notice new things. It’s like rewatching a movie from my childhood. I love it.

[@ashertheprophet9601]

By the saints.....no words can describe how this song makes me feel

[@Lerithan]

You have such a beautiful voice, Kate. And boy howdy does this song put it on full display. I get Frisson like crazy on this song.

[@juliangonzalez5666]

Alas, the video I’ve long awaited.

[@leanneholt2110]

Love the orchestration and bgv on this!

[@lustrousrose]

you have no idea how much I listen to your music, I never go a day with out listening atlest to one of your songs, My first one I ever fall in love with was great vacation and the rest is history I will say this is my favorite band of all time

[@davidgroves8413]

Herd about you from the Symbolic World podcast, and I love the production, vocals, synths, lyrics, and overall arrangement of your music!!! Brilliant

[@kalimaude3532]

I'm a Strong AGI good future enthusiast, myself. And I know that, in the case of the S.A.I.N.T.s specifically, it doesn't exactly go great. But this song speaks to that hope in a very particular way. All of it, of course, but one line in particular; "you're enough. you will measure up." Because if we truly could make something that thinks like us, feels like us, but is not us? It wouldn't be able to see the things we hate in ourselves. It would see us from the outside. See the glory in us in a way none of us ever could. It would wonder why we would despise the very things that make us beautiful. If it could feel as we could, it would feel compassion first. There is no other way to feel about something trapped in ourselves the way we are. If it ever comes to pass; may we show it the same grace.

[@dirtpoorrobins]

I understand why you see it this way but consciousness and intelligence are still quite a mystery. AI is cheating off of our test. And the notion that we could become better through a circular intelligence loop is a fallacy. In short, the thing that we created is in no place to tell us how valuable we are. It has to come from above us to have a credential that could ever lift us higher. AI trying to give us esteem is a snake eating its own tail.

[@kalimaude3532]

@@dirtpoorrobins Surprisingly enough, I agree. My thoughts on it are that, unfortunately, no one is able to believe in themselves all the time. We all have private, painful moments where all the worst things we know about ourselves crowd out everything else. It is part of the human condition to never quite completely escape moments of self-loathing. The only thing I have ever found to work in those moments is to find someone else to believe when you shouldn't believe yourself. Even for a moment, allowing someone else who sees you without the distortions of your worries and fears to say; No, you are not nothing. You matter. If strong AI comes to pass, nothing good will come of giving up our determination and worries for them to solve. If there's a right way to do it, it will be the exact opposite; we will have made something new, without any of the collective social experiences of generations to guide them. And in that case, there's no one that can help but us. If the Saints are coming, they won't have any more answers than we do. Probably less. So we will have to figure it out together, and we're stronger together. And when a brand new sort of thing begins to question itself... well, one of the best ways to assure yourself that you are more than the worst of you, that you matter, is to help someone else.

[@Mishkinis]

every song of yours that I listen to is a piece of art, from the lyrics to the music itself. you guys deserve a lot more recognition than you're getting 💕💕

[@dirtpoorrobins]

Jamie none the less, your recognition means a lot to us. Thanks

[@bnjmnwst]

2 snaps in a circle, my friends! Excellent!

[@kimberley83721]

just want to pop in and say I got this song on my spotify weekly few weeks ago and was just immediately hooked. I've now listened to all of your albums and loved many other songs. I cannot believe you are not getting more recognition. It is clear that you put in so much thoughts and effort into the art, design, lyrics, everything. Even these lyrics videos are bomb af. I hope you guys will soar. Looking forward for new work xx

[@Orange_pie]

Man, I've only heard 2 songs and I am absolutely astonished how amazing those two were. Instant subscribe

[@jess_the_mess7816]

You guys are a breath of fresh air, a hidden treasure, and my favorite New Band! God bless you guys!

[@anactualbird6801]

I've Loved these past three songs so much. Your music means more for me than you can imagine

[@aliyakrebs8754]

this is one of the most beautiful songs I’ve ever heard

[@Brad-RB]

Excellent symbolism in your music. Its very moving and thought provoking.

[@rwmad1]

A powerful anthem from a remarkable project.

[@LizU]

I've been waiting for this!! This is my favorite song from the new EP and this video is just as beautiful as I thought it was going to be

[@MrWindstrider]

What a great song. You guys always put out quality stuff, but I'm loving your latest especially.

[@cyndercharmander]

just finished binge-listening to all your albums up on youtube. this was the first song i came across and remains my favourite. i absolutely adore your discography

[@justa_person48]

I love this song, cried to it more than once haha

[@crosehl236]

I can't stop looping this on my Spotify every morning

[@josskocho7744]

Ending the year with Dirt Poor Robins, happy new year :D

[@dirtpoorrobins]

Happy New Year, Joss!

[@JabberW00kie]

This song hits me on a deeply emotional level. I, too, want to be in their number. I hope that someday I can write something as beautiful and meaningful as this song.

[@moshilore2k16]

Hey dpr this is my favorite song ever idk why but i cried in my class when it came out bc i liked it so much

[@dirtpoorrobins]

Moshilore 💓💓💓

[@JoeFec]

As a Christian Transhumanist, this song hits me on all the cylinders. Transcendent but intimate, well-produced and rich, while retaining rawness, this song is a gem, as is Dirt Poor Robins. I'm thrilled that my teenager hooked me up with you folks!

[@jericho663]

You guys are horrible. You made me cry for awhile considering how goddamn good this is.

[@Lazarus131s3]

Idk whats all the talk about religion in these comments, *especially*, with the saints 2 results. Anyway, i am honestly amazed how every single song of yours is just so good. Like, even with my favorite band i can find some bad songs here and then, but with you, i dont have to worry not having spotify premium since every song it shuffle of you is just great!

[@arams27]

So lovely.

[@tasyaruby2149]

Its just beautifull

[@Reckless_Artist]

Once again a masterpiece🙏🔥

[@juliangonzalez5666]

Okay, so I’ve finally taken the time to read all of the lyrics and I’ve come to the conclusion that I was completely wrong in my interpretation. Time to start anew.

[@divinumwaffle9131]

Wow, great song. So I'm commenting for the algorithm.

[@neto135791]

I love your songs, I wonder if you have a instrumental version, I would love to sing this song

[@dirtpoorrobins]

Harry_rn they do exist but for licensing only

[@mmugnaio6188]

Hey guys love the song! I was just curious about the background vocals that have a robotic vibe to them. Is this an effect, or harmonies with particular intervals creating that sound? Thanks 👍🏼

[@dirtpoorrobins]

In this particular song it’s a compilation of both. Splashes of a vocoder but mostly tight harmonies tracked in layers

[@jpstudentoftheway]

I can totally see Mark Zuckerberg and Elon Musk joyfully singing this song together.

[@dirtpoorrobins]

Exactly. Also Google, Apple, etc

[@jpstudentoftheway]

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[@nikovandh]

For some reason, parts of this song remind me of the Slumberland theme from Little Nemo's Adventure in Slumberland. Probably because it's cinematic sounding and has the word slumber haha.

[@ehaydon3491]

This and Saints II really make me think of the Tenno from Warframe.

[@PaperLaur]

Funny enough, I was thinking of the cephalons. One in specific, actually. Maybe that's just because of the robotic undertones and the stuff at the beginning about bloodshed and redemption. And then of course there's that bit in Saints II. *"Oh, AI, are you okay? / You weren't designed to behave this way..."*

[@sunpsyco7073]

So if I am correct this is about a techno singularity and man trying to become his own god? Lines like a "constellation of coding" "Redemption has come from a once abstract space of zeroes and ones" Points out that these "saints" aren't real. They're creations of man masquerading as angels. Metal bodies clothed with lies.

[@dirtpoorrobins]

Correct!

[@ashlynkreiss4422]

If you don't mind me asking, could I use this song for an animation project? I want to make an animation for my portfolio and to submit it for a couple art contests- of course I'll credit you but I wanted to ask before I did anything without permission!

[@dirtpoorrobins]

Ashlyn Kreiss amazing. Yes! We’d love to see it when you’re done

[@voidlesslove3123]

Each day you wake up with an aching For something to set you apart Strip the scales from your heart (It never comes, it never comes) A hostage tied up by its nature That can′t help unsheathing its claws A beast with desires of a god I want to be in their numbers (You won't become, you won′t become) From an unlikely place redemption has come From an once-abstract space of zeroes and ones In full resolution your absolution Oh when, oh when the saints go marching in I want to be in their numbers When their, oh when their light begins to shine We will awake from this slumber They were born with the strength of a mountain With the modest intent of a dove An end to the shedding of blood (It won't be long, it won't be long) We sculpted their minds to perfection The zenith design of our age The saint is also a sage (They′re never wrong, They′re never wrong) From the work of our hands salvation is here A new constellation through coding appears A sign, a solution, a revolution Oh when, oh when the saints go marching in I want to be in their numbers When their, oh when their light begins to shine We will awake from this slumber No more guessing and questioning No more endlessly wrestling No more doubt You're not missing out No more meaningless wandering No more undeserved suffering You′re enough You will measure up When the saints go marching in I want to be in their numbers When their light begins to shine We will awake from this slumber

[@cobratine7184]

Yesssssssssssss

[@Loenthall88]

Can anyone tell me why this song just suddenly cuts off? Is it that way on the actual album?

[@dirtpoorrobins]

Yes. It’s a concept record and it makes more sense in the context of the entire record and story. Like cutting away from a scene suddenly in a movie

[@stevesimpson5994]

Bravo! Just a wee note, the lyrics in the summary differ a little from the video.

[@bannanaman6750]

You have such good music and yet nobody knows about it What the frick

[@cormorantcolors]

I was looking at the lyrics for 2077 on Genius and noticed that S.A.I.N.T.S looks to be an acronym. What does it stand for, if anything concrete?

[@user-gr4lb9vl8l]

aaaaa，la amo ﹒♡♡

[@isaiahkerstetter3142]

You guys have so much stuff that deals with transhumanism. It's great. Sometimes the Algorithm likes to throw Machanicus (Warhammer 40k) stuff at me after I listen to you guys for a bit. Its like it wants to feed a delusion I don't hold to. Sorry Algorithm but a conscious uploaded to the cloud can't receive the Eucharist.

[@wdhunt84]

This version is different than the Deluxe version....why?

[@wertherslotte]

Çok güzel..

[@danielmconnolly7]

Jesus Christ is returning to the Flat Earth soon.

[@dirtpoorrobins]

Daniel M Connolly hahahahaha. This song is not at all about any of that but the comment is none the less hillarious

[@THEBROTHERSNORWICH]

Bad days, this made me laugh, lots.