Final Fantasy VII | Main Theme [ReOrchestrated]

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This track holds a very special place in my heart. Final Fantasy VII and Nobuo Uematsu inspired me to get into music - It's the game that changed it all for me so many years ago. With the remake around the corner, here's my take on the world map theme from the original game. Thank you to everyone who has supported me these last few years, allowing me to continue doing what I love - here's to more music in the years to come!
Artwork by Lap Pun Cheung: www.lpcheung.com/
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Mixed and Mastered with Cubase 10 Pro and Ozone 8 Advanced
Sample Libraries Used: Soaring Strings, Cinematic Studio Solo Strings, Tina Guo Cello, Fluid Shorts, Albion One, HollywoodWinds, Cinematic Studio Brass, Sample Modeling Trumpet, Berlin Solo Woodwinds, Spitfire Percussion, Project Sam Concert Harp, Session Keys Grand Yamaha, Metropolis Ark 3, 8Dio Jenifer, Audio Imperia Merethe Soltvedt, Oceania Choir, Various Others

[@PontusHultgren]

Stream/Download links: ► Spotify: spoti.fi/3cUU71V ► iTunes: apple.co/3cUXZj9 ► Google Play: bit.ly/3cQZizL

[@oldscoolest]

Whenever I got to disc 3, I would miss getting to hear this music in the overworld.

Me too. That and the meteorite in the sky really made me believe back theb that the world was gonna end soon

[@thatguyknownaswill8180]

Tbh, the song was *too* good to be an overworld theme. I prefer it as a song over any other overworld theme from any final fantasy game, but judging it strictly as an overworld theme, and not just as a song, I prefer Terra’s theme or blue fields, because while they weren’t great, they weren’t missed when you went into a battle. Combine that with the fact that FFVII’s battle theme is so abrupt with no baseline or leadup makes it feel like whiplash whenever a battle starts. So I think the second overworld theme worked better, but as a song, main theme all the way baby!

[@katagiriharuki]

Yeah... I love this music when I listen to relaxing. It feel so soft in my heart

[@Owen915]

Eugeo尤吉歐 it really was unfortunate, I’m just glad that the Highwind theme still plays, but god I wish this played on disc 3 😔

[@Xallisto1]

Yeah, but that really moody overworld theme when the meteor is coming really does give u the feeling that the world isn't far from it's end.

[@thatguyknownaswill8180]

When you stand still in the overworld because you don’t want the battle theme to interrupt this theme.

[@adamdesanti6713]

Uematsu literally created a full symphonic movement for the FFVII Overworld theme. It feels criminal to break it up.

[@worawatsr9803]

This is the best music from FF7. You don’t hear this theme in any other FF games. It’s completely unique to FF 7.

[@herrfuchsig]

Some of the themes even of this song have been re-used in Final Fantasy IX actually

[@iam4026]

Actually it does play in Dissidia

[@steeev17]

ff7 fanfare is unique to ff7, one winged angel is unique to ff7, i don’t understand the point you’re trying to make

[@Xanatos0504]

@@steeev17 exactly, every FF has it's unique overworld theme, not sure the guy is aware

[@ilikestuff9250]

This is easily among the best overworld themes in JRPG history!!!

[@worawatsr9803]

Aadarsh Khanduri This is among the best music in history, period.

[@thatguyknownaswill8180]

Tbh, the song was *too* good to be an overworld theme. I prefer it as a song over any other overworld theme from any final fantasy game, but judging it strictly as an overworld theme, and not just as a song, I prefer Terra’s theme or blue fields, because while they weren’t great, they weren’t missed when you went into a battle. Combine that with the fact that FFVII’s battle theme is so abrupt with no baseline or leadup makes it feel like whiplash whenever a battle starts. So I think the second overworld theme worked better, but as a song, main theme all the way baby!

[@ilikestuff9250]

@@thatguyknownaswill8180 Terras theme was awesome as well Pretty much all final fantasy overworld tracks are awesome

[@TheCaucusFlow]

always loved the part at 1:55

[@bethanwoods3389]

One of my favourite pieces from the whole franchise. The way it blends that sense of adventure and optimism with the foreboding threat you know is there. And you've managed to do this piece the best kind of justice - because it came from a place of love. Fantastic work, Pontus. Have a drink at the 7th Heaven on me.

[@TheKingOfN0thing]

The Reunion is at hand!!!

[@ErickBR11]

And it may bring joy

[@kieranfroud2717]

@@ErickBR11 But it may bring fear lol

[@jeromefeliciano4611]

Kieran Froud but let us embrace whatever it brings

[@wallymeatson4430]

For they...are coming back

[@SGTBizarro]

Pontus.... oh my GOD! I don't have the words to express how this made me feel. I love your brass and strings, the added choir, some brilliant woodwind work in there too, 2:19 and 3:27 gave me some huge frisson. This is a masterpiece reorch!

[@adamdesanti6713]

3:27 - Your decision to bring in full choir here for this passage is sublime.

[@SylverMage]

Right from the start, those horns are amazing. The main theme is beautiful and peaceful, but always felt so forbidding to me at the same time. I love the contrast with the brass and the strings. Much nostalgia. Such feels. Wow. Cannot wait for the remake :D

[@jamesa.7113]

That choral addition really reminds me of Howard Shore's work on The Return of the King. Just adding that last final touch to make a familiar theme sound as big as possible! Incredibly well done.

[@TheThingsWeDo]

This is my favorite song in Final Fantasy 7 hands down. So many different emotions conveyed. Just epic. Great orchestration!

[@Cloudstriff101]

Its crazy how just hearing this song can bring tears of joy to my eyes for a moment. So many fond memories just rush at once.

[@celes42017]

I love how you added vocals with another English Horn solo. Very beautiful. Nobuo-San would be very honored if he knew about this.

[@The482075]

I really love this overworld theme. It plays like something you'd hear on Classical FM. The rendition is a faithful take on the Nobuo Uematsu masterpiece. Well done.

[@Wizard_Pikachu]

Good shit. Been using various renditions of the Main Theme for my DnD campaign as my players travel around the world. Each rendition fits a certain region's look and feel. I'll save this one for near the end-game of the campaign.

[@Xallisto1]

"This track holds a very special place in my heart" You, me and a whole generation of gamers :) Although new generations seem to want to write it off :(

[@renaudb4498]

So true. Had 14 yeard old... So fantastic to remember this fantastic adventure. Near from tears 🔥🌪️🌀⚡.

[@DogsRNice]

I’ve hardly played any final fantasy 7 and I really enjoy its soundtrack

[@allytheninja]

Ugh! I can't stop listening to this...it makes me cry every time!

[@LimitBreakQuetzal]

You are an artist

[@Jazmillenium]

Wow the nostalgia. Thank you for this, it's absolutley brilliant.

[@rigelchesterdoria9337]

My favorite overworld theme!

[@simonyin]

Monkeyfu: Father has finally returned

[@Wizard_Pikachu]

Another thing, needed more of those sweet vocals by themselves.

[@ContemporaryCompendium]

Here we go! 😊😊 The sheer majesty and scope of this piece...beautiful isn't even a strong enough word to do it justice.

[@Lionheart72230]

This is beautiful. I love that all of your orchestral arrangement manage to retain the spirit of the original piece, and expand upon it. Not a lot of covers do that well. Good stuff.

[@spoonyliger8587]

The chorus really adds a lot of power to this arrangement. Nice work.

[@megh6578]

My favorite youtuber created another masterpiece ! I really loved the part 2:20 Great job !! 🖒🖒 You made me even more excited for the remake !

[@errybimanugroho5957]

This is so much better than the remake!

[@stormy8642]

father Vegito has come home

[@smousse42]

These chills down the spine never lies. Great job pontus, the choirs add a lyric ans romantic layer sense to this track !

[@SaviorOfTheSense]

This is beyond good, the chorus past 3 minutes is absolutely amazing. Very very good job.

[@Duhemsounds]

That's a great version, always happy to see new work from you :)

[@DigitalGator]

Breathtakingly beautiful. Well done!

[@raziyatheseeker]

Captures the majesty of stepping out in a vast natural world outside of the ever-dark slums of Midgar, a mysterious journey to settle an old score and learn the truth unfolding before you.

[@SlayerSantiago]

Brings tears to my eyes. Thank you Pontus 😭❤️

[@meatshield72]

So I first heard this version today while I was at work. I work in a clean room so there is a drowning vent/fan noise all day. I could hear the basics of this and was blown away. I am now at home and can hear every little detail...Pontus you my friend have done it yet again. Everything you do is amazing. I have been following you for years. Thank you so much for your work, it brings joy to my soul and literal tears to my eyes and chills throughout my body. Thank you so very much.

[@NicolasDeWolfe]

You hit all the right points. Most arrangers mute the necessary instruments or over blow them to mute the others. This is probably one of the few that exceed the original orchestration. I will be referring others to this often! 10/10

[@stefangoldschmidt7633]

Beautiful doenst cut it, absolutely fantastic comes close! Please keep it up, FF7 rebirth is at hand, and I would love to hear more from you!

[@BlooCerix]

Replaying FF7 in preparation for FF7 Remake and I just made it out of Midgar so this was *very* timely~ :)

[@hgc7000]

Congrats man, you captured the scope and feel of the main overture. Got me right on the feels!

[@robertailwood9539]

If they ever make a series... Let this be the intro music.

[@allytheninja]

Oh my goodness...it's beautiful!

[@ndrcalrryx2094]

Amazing!

[@glamgeekymum4082]

Love this!

[@dereseemdereseem]

Excellent work. As a series and music fan I appriciate this work.

[@yomiknishes6976]

Amazing. Beautiful. Right on time ❤

[@jorgealfonsomuruais2387]

Magic theme. Love it so much. Please, remember to reorchestrate Dark Messenger (also known as The Darkness of Eternity in the Original Soundtrack) I will really appreciate it. And keep going with your magnificent work Pontus

[@1lomi901]

Once again, fantastic work

[@briflemingo]

WOW! Beautiful!!! So much emotion!!!

[@DominikGoebel]

Dude this is just beyond amazing. Great Job! You really deserve way more views and attention.

[@anthony6921]

Fantastic!! I got chills hearing this! It just makes me so hyped for FF7R! Keep up the great work!

[@davidb.1545]

Brings back memories! Nice job! 👍😎

[@staggeredpotato6941]

Nobuo was here!

[@sampiernas3270]

Damn dude the chills .... this is amazing 😍

[@cellophanezebra4663]

Clouds sword is flipped now you can't unsee it

[@basilechabanatpujol492]

I was listening to this while working and litteraly cried there're tears on my keyboard now

[@TobiGamingChannel]

Excellent

[@buddhadevgantayat8049]

2:20 my replay button. feel free to use it

[@kappabravomusic2101]

You must be a professional music score arranger. Those choirs around 3:30 added to the piece are very cool. Great job.

[@ScarletEdge]

You did this piece a big justice. Fantastic!

[@papapapa16]

I'm playing the game with custom soundtrack right now (I'm at Kalm), and of course I'm using this one for the world map. I came buckets when I got out of Midgar.

[@bossthelawnmower]

When Monkeyfu got Vegito

[@alanwong5440]

I love it ! I love all the tension and dynamics you added to the climax. FF7 holds a very special place in my heart too, and thank you for making the main theme more beautiful.

[@NathanDav42]

4:15 starts the true story finally coming out and Cloud is fully revealed as the hero. I absolutely love that part.

[@kidkytes6233]

Stunning rearrangement, you did extremely well.

[@edgarvanlord6715]

That time when you finally got to see the outside world after went all the way through the slums.

[@bushmanjive6314]

That was a very good remake. Better than the top 3 on KZbin. Mixed very well. I can hear all instruments clearly.

[@Thelasthunter18]

This is the most beautiful thing I've ever heard. ❤

[@roymariogaming]

Beautiful buddy

[@thiagoleonheart1769]

The part when tifa knows about Cloud be that Infantary Soldier that was in The Reactor. ❤

[@leocapn1069]

After hearing snippets of the Rebirth theme, this is definitely a good alternative of it - especially that part from 2:29 to 2:40, very, very similar to the new Main Theme in Rebirth.

[@Jonoopa]

This is simply wonderful! Keep up the good work!

[@Juggalo972]

Mmhmm just a few weeks away!

[@telltellyn]

Not this part of the game though. :(

[@rulif2092]

Skulle säga att denna har en riktigt kär plats i mitt hjärta och nu när återtåget är nära!

[@imperatorcarenbus2587]

Really, this masterpiece is awesome! What a work, what a high sensibility to be able to remix this track like this! Sorry for my english ( i'm french) but i do my best to explain you my feeling with your perfect music.

[@justcallmeparker6434]

3:33 the sudden chills when the voices came through ( '0')!!

[@DamesTC]

Nice job man 👍

[@Skijaramaz]

I love how Cloud's sword is made out of blue jolly ranchers in this picture.

[@darinstaley1993]

Beautiful 👏

[@NineLuzgar]

I'm sad I can't support you these days on patreon, this is, again, a masterpiece, congratulations!

[@King_Hydra88]

I have Just finished FF7 remake, and i suddendly entered in this world, and God damn It the Songs are gorgeous But man you managed to improve the original osts Respect 4 u

[@recklesflam1ngo968]

I can't wait to hear this in part 2 of the Remake, and we already got a snippet of it in part one.

[@MateusRG]

TURBOOOO LIKE!

[@asysjr]

Alongside with The tour of japon version, this is the Best version of this song I hearded

[@zilchfox]

HOLY CRAP THIS IS AMAZING!!!!!

[@carlosmorenogarcia2157]

Estoy llorando de felicidad escuchando esto. Todo en mi vida va bien y acaba de salir el Rebirth. ¿Qué más puedo pedir?

[@Marydia]

That part at 3:50 gets me every time.

[@pagemiller9636]

I just had an entire emotional journey all in 6 minutes. How dare you make one of the most beautiful things I’ve ever heard. If I wasn’t married I’d ask for this song’s hand in marriage.

[@Yosephu666]

When you playing this main theme on piano in tifa house, you will get Final heaven limit break

[@MegaGirl_Strife]

Dis is so bootiful 🤧🤧❤❤❤

[@HupCapNinja]

Bro literally made the Rebirth Thumbnail without even realizing it.

[@2big4cheese35]

One more month.

[@SageNemesis]

Am I correct in hearing a voice hum part of the song? If so, that was awesome to hear.

[@DESTROJACK]

Ok ok you earnt that thumb up 200%. You got gose bump with the vocals in the middle of the song

[@chrispy_091]

Because the whole game takes place in Midgar, we probably aren't even going to hear the main theme of FF VII in the remake until the next game......which sucks.....

[@TheThingsWeDo]

Agree. This is my favorite track in the game. Knowing that we don't get to hear it in the Remake took my hype down a notch.

[@kungolaf4499]

We hear it during Sector 7 gameplay as well as during the ending.

[@Umbrella4117]

Is it april 10 2020 yet ?

[@SomeOofDoof]

When you finally summon super vegito That's right I'm here from monkey fu

[@zaynwinters6543]

Some oof doof right

[@rolanddambile1422]

Same

[@wolfy6631]

I tought that, on the image, it was Ganondorf instead of Barret

[@Lycanthromancer1]

Well, he would make an... *_interesting_* ally against Shinra, Sephiroth, and Jenova...

[@lunne14]

har bara hört början! du får en like redan nu!

[@lunne14]

2 minuter in du förtjänar ännu fler likes!

[@aldrinmatosinos9460]

The story of Gaia begins... 😭😭😭