Final Fantasy VII - Holding My Thoughts in My Heart - Orchestral

[@adammclaughlin845]

As blown away as I was by this game, I fell irredeemably, hopelessly in love with it as I ran along the train tracks, characters battered and exhausted and low on supplies, with mountains towering in the background and the sun painting everything gold, with Aeris and the team cheering my name.

[@PontusHultgren]

+Adam McLaughlin :')

[@kieranfroud2717]

Thank you...

[@OutlawMantis]

Same. I remember the first time I played FFVII so many years ago, I hung around at that beautiful place a while so I could admire the scenery and listen to the music.

[@tzieser]

"I guess it's goodbye, Midgar."

[@aznhomig]

No joke, stood there on the mountain path leading up to Mt. Corel. when this was playing in the background and listened to the track for like 30 minutes.

[@nart216]

Glade i wasn't the only one,

[@OutlawMantis]

Same. :)

[@deusvult77]

I can't put into words how deeply this game and its music has touched my soul. It fills my heart to know that there are so many others out there who feel the same way I do. Even though none of us have ever met, we are all bound together by this beautiful story. This unforgettable masterpiece...

[@Kyavata]

Amazing that even with all of Shinra's destruction, there were things that they couldn't ruin, like a little bird on a cliff.

[@nataliealtemose9191]

The most beautiful comment. Thank you. Life exists in the most unexpected of places.

[@ndrcalrryx2094]

Starts walking outside. Plays this song. The feels. My childhood. Thinks about Tifa. Cloud. Aeris. Barret. Red 13, Vincent, Yuffie...Cait Sith, Marlene, Zack, Sephiroth...everyone...Then I think about life, my purpose, my soul contracts...then the Promised Land. How beautiful it is...that I witnessed great beauty. Tears, laughter, sweat and emotions while playing the game. I think I'm beggining to understand...an answer from the planet...I can meet everyone Ive ever known, there.. :'(

[@TheLifestream]

This is my favourite composition from the game. You did an amazing job with the orchestration. Usually when people do these, some of the instrumentation sounds off, but this sounds exactly as it should.

[@SyndicateOperative]

Wow, you're right. I mean, normally I bitch about most remakes, but this one is really on point. I'm even getting tingles, haha.

[@Kyavata]

I know this track means so much to so many. I've been here since the first Final Fantasy, back in the 80's... Uematsu could always capture not only the essence of the game, but (as did the other designers at Square) the spirit of the series as it progressed as well. I think this track, with it's contrasting sounds, captured the feel that the series had changed, and was changing, and that something was being left behind. This played out well in FFVII, but that feeling is brought out for the fans too, and calls out to their own individual experiences. That such a simple tune can "summon" your memories, regrets, and contemplations on what has changed is amazing. We each have different thoughts, experiences, and stories, but Uematsu's piece demonstrates we all are sharing something sacred.

[@marisols.856]

never played final fantasy, and i think i will because music this good must belong in a great game. you're a genius!

[@PontusHultgren]

+Marisol Straffon Please do! FF7 is a masterpiece, though I am speaking from nostalgia too. Would be interesting to hear what someone thinks of it today, not having played it when it came out.

[@taputapuu9487]

+Pontus Hultgren I've played it one year ago or so. Yes, it is a masterpiece!

[@rosshennigan8088]

The greatest game I have ever played. No lie.

[@arliceyoung1043]

marisol straffon this game is a piece of human culture that is overlooked by all whom never drank its tears

[@lapislazuli9465]

As someone who jumped into the series last year for the first time, FF7 is still a favorite of mine.

[@nomorewhatifs8343]

JESUS CHRIST IT SOUNDS EVEN BETTER. I ADORE IT. OH MY GOD. It's so good and it leaves like a small hint of nostalgia, wow :')

[@mross6116]

This is by far the best version of this song that I've ever heard. It's beautiful beyond words.

[@andrewcraig8177]

Congratulations, Pontus, your arrangement of this piece has found its way into my elusive "special" folder on KZbin...and in my heart as well.

[@robertpeterson7349]

This is one of the five greatest songs from FF VII, along with Tifa's Theme, Arith's Theme, Interrupted By Fireworks & Flowers Blooming In The Church!! And so well done! TY for putting it here!

[@alexkid2437]

Loving the ff tracks this is one that makes you realize how good the ost was and is to this day

[@SylverMage]

That guitar...simply amazing. I love this theme. And the orchestration over it...the flute, the horn, everything. Wow. Talk about a punch of nostalgia, right in the feels.

[@leonardocassandro1109]

One thing i'm liking of this album is the selection of songs. I really like the ones you picked. Very well done man.

[@BadCookies1234]

Pontus Hultgren did the most amazing job with this entire remastering. Truly, truly wonderful work. I wish you had included a remaster of Cosmo Canyon, but everything, every note, was a treat to my ears.

[@PontusHultgren]

Like this song? Please consider purchasing a High Quality digital download in any of the online stores, or support me on Patreon to help me make more! Thank you. www.patreon.com/pontuscomposer

[@SlayerSeejay]

This is a pretty fucking incredible arrangement... I'm pretty much going to HAVE to buy the album now.

[@lucse9898]

This is so beautiful. I have never played Final Fantasy but now I really want to! I think I will support you on patreon. I love this so much

[@gstword]

+LoesanTheTrashCan u should play the original. so when the remake arrives, you can see why we love it. also you'll understand all the little references.

[@lucse9898]

+gtsword Thanks! I will play the original, then!

[@helmiazizm]

@@lucse9898 I know it's been years, but how was the game for you?

[@lucse9898]

@@helmiazizm oh, my! i was 12 when i commented that! this is so sweet. i've played and it was fantastic. i'm a huge fan of the series now! thank you so much for asking.

[@adamdesanti6713]

Superb. Richer. An enhancement on the midi-instruments of PS-1, but completely in keeping with the tone, pace and spirit of the original. Excellent instrumentation. A subtle and deft touch. Into the playlist it goes. A success, many remixes are hit or miss. This is a hit.

[@Masters_Wheel]

Such a good track and this rendition of it is just as good if not better

[@PhungXuanTu]

You are doing this track so right. I can listen for hours. Very enjoyable piece.

[@saintmilarepa8860]

lifestream flows his love into our heart, thank's

[@zephyrinus2165]

This might very well be my favorite song from this game. I was slightly (only slightly) disappointed today when I looked back at the game's version of it and realized it didn't quite express the feeling of its serene essence just quite as richly in the way I wanted to hear (though still really great and I still enjoy it the most in some ways). Your beautiful composition is very much appreciated.

[@LetTyroneHandleThis]

Wow this is incredibly beautiful. This fills me with tears and joy all at once. Thank you for recreating an already great piece.

[@flash132]

Best version that I've had the pleasure of listening to so far :) Keep up the good work. I hope this version is used in the remake.

[@D00NBU66Y]

This needs more likes. Way more likes.

[@kobradch]

I've been playing this game for over 10 years and even learned English while playing. This is the only game I would spend the next 10 years playing. A legendary and fantastic story to remember. After 24 years, I still have FF7 installed on my laptop :)

[@MichaelHess8]

Thank you so much for doing this. Incredible.

[@allytheninja]

This entire album is perfect. Thank you so much for making this! Now I have something fresh and beautiful to listen to while I wait for the remake!

[@TheFrequency]

This rendition of the song is so beautiful! Well done!

[@smash461986]

This is brilliant. Thank you.

[@Cocollyt]

This is so beautiful. I can’t wait to fall in love with the music again in the remake.

[@MF-Productions]

Amazing..... Absolutely amazing

[@damienorion2009]

Absolutely moving! This is the best version I've heard of this, even more so than the original. The composition is done perfectly. I look forward to seeing what else you've done and are doing Pontus Hulgren.

[@PontusHultgren]

+damienorion2009 Thanks man, I really enjoyed making this one! We'll see some more Final Fantasy stuff in the near future

[@JCbeatProductions]

Amazing. You kept it true to the original yet improved upon it. Well done.

[@jonathanstark9147]

God this is beautiful.

[@Dovey]

Wow. Question; do you sell physical copies of this album with that phenomenal cover art? If so, I am immediately purchasing it. Your stuff is incredible and it's criminal that you seem to go so unnoticed!

[@PontusHultgren]

At the moment I can't afford the licensing and distribution prices for physical copies, but I definetely want to sort that out eventually! Thank's for the encouragement and I'm happy you like the art too, courtesy of my buddy Vira Haglund :)

[@gstword]

0:22.....oh my.

[@luxion22]

Damn this score is even better than the original or other out there is truly a masterpiece

[@yanadiivory]

wonderful, Sir

[@Derzaum]

Wow, just wow...

[@aprilguan8823]

多美好的音乐啊。即使我从没有玩过这个游戏。

[@arden4259]

This will be the music for my wedding.

[@PetsRCool4U]

Beautiful! I think I prefer it to the original! Great work :)

[@PontusHultgren]

sweetie madness Thank you =)

[@BitSymphony]

fantastic!

[@jmiester25]

Subscribing. And I will listen to only this orchestral version from now on. Goddamn it's marvelous.

[@PontusHultgren]

+jmiester25 Thanks! Glad you like it :)

[@tukeleunalosa2073]

Master piece!!

[@PontusHultgren]

Thank you :)

[@giyeimartin1895]

On 2021, 10/10 good job

[@Mourne84]

brilliant work my friend.... brilliant work. Keep this up, lookin forward to buy this album. Consider registering on bandcamp, much easier to purchase CDs and stuff directly from there :-)

[@kennethfrancismapa8465]

Wow!

[@Saskidan]

When you first leave Midgar, along the railway tracks and find the bird nest ❤️

[@basilioirigoyan2002]

Impressived music !!!

[@Mourne84]

goosebumps

[@OrangeSands]

Phan Is Literally Real

[@ellis51773]

PILR 7 that should be a thing

[@OrangeSands]

+edaciousellis yeah, let's spread it.

[@ellis51773]

Yeah... we could make that into a game

[@emxaymoody]

I'm emotional ;-;

[@daji1991]

have you ever heard of heartgasm ? yes experienced it now

[@joelhernandez6225]

Feel so bad about the 👎 on this piece, this is truly one of the Game's beautiful melodies and it sounds even better...

[@zenthspike]

What is this amazing THE PRELUDE version I hear at the end?! I must have a taste of the whole thing!!! Where can I find it?

[@ellis51773]

The for being the best person alive

[@ellis51773]

*thx (damn you autocorrect)

[@Franktasy7]

Absolutely beautiful! funny thing is i am the 200th like and there is 1 unlike! who ever did that has no feelings! lol

[@Isaac_Garcia_Peveri]

How long time Cloud!

[@michaeldeacon687]

See you all later at the gold saucer.. :) .. :')

[@Ryuzume]

Very nice calm song! But it is making a little buzzing sounds in the background.

[@seherezada]

Minunat....

[@tukeleunalosa2073]

all fucking time is MAGIC but #2:17 ... :D :D :D

[@digitaltradie]

If I ever get married ill.choose this song

[@SunriseFestival]

Walking on railwaytracks..

[@danpauloverdad8862]

[@arliceyoung1043]

yay!!!!!!!!! YAY!!!! Hooray!!! Another version of my favorite song of all time. yeah.... I think this is it. I really do. its the most nostalgic song in my life and I say F you to those who dare object. I declare this song to be this humans favorite song of all time. don't care.

[@danpauloverdad8862]

Cloud stabbed the piano?

[@freshj749]

Awesome orchestral rendition! That poor piano in the cover art tho lol

[@Zeemis]

Love this music but damn is it really frustrating to hear the final fantasy main theme play at the end of .... EVERY SONG on this playlist! It was good at the end of the first song, but there are what, 17 songs? You hear it 17 times.

[@zenthspike]

Thats called The Prelude

[@user-tn5vm9fr9f]

Amazing cover. Meh game.

[@james5780]

The best game of all time. RIP Marty Worzel