First Time Hearing Rise Against! Vocal ANALYSIS of "Prayer of the Refugee"

[@kapowmagicmarker]

We need a Tea Time Interview with Tim! He's the nicest guy and Rise Against are just amazing.

[@brennanflora2134]

Absolutely! I was thinking the same thing as soon as Elizabeth's jaw dropped in the beginning.

[@susannamiscera2401]

Omg YES!!!

[@glevii]

Another vote for Tea Time with Tim

[@kennylaysh2776]

And out of all the RA songs I've listened to, they have so much depth to their lyrics. I've never seen an interview with Tim or the band, but I've listened to their songs so much over the years, they feel like a part of me now. It would be amazing to see these two chat! More than almost any band I listen to, I can always turn on a random RA song and get something meaningful from it, and that extra kick to fight through another day.

[@alexandersvensson3965]

This would be amazing.

[@jodiemanthei6160]

Hero of War to this day makes me cry. The shift in tone from the beginning to end of the song is overwhelming. Life Less Frightening is another that is a warming to us all.

[@owlplaysgames3910]

Hero of War and Swing Life Away are my two favorites of their songs and I hope she covers them eventually, especially the former

[@adognamedmiley6848]

They have very few songs that are not hyperpolitical and critical of the world.

[@xexinhuxD]

saw them alive last year in Portugal, and i cried a lot in Hero of war, i've got two uncles that are former military and my gf is ukranian and things were heavy..

[@joemiller7082]

If Hero of War gets you crying, what happens when you hear “Make it Stop.”

[@laterreurrouge1917]

For me it's "..but tonight we dance".

[@Tidllybits]

The Good Left Undone is another classic, and the chorus always gave me chills

[@mjslus02]

Might be my favorite Rise Against song!

[@bradsimpson9396]

@@mjslus02mine as well!!

[@danny522010]

I believe in angels, not the kind with wings, no not the kind with Halos

[@zekiel777]

@@danny522010 The kind that brings you home, when home becomes a strange place.

[@rysirion_9102]

It honestly feels like the whole Sufferer&Witness album is a classic, I will never stop listening to every song in it. Worth Dying For, Behind Closed Doors, Ready to Fall, all from that album iirc

[@FORGOTTENMINDFREAK23]

They are the epitome of modern punk. All of their songs have a reason, a purpose. They are subversive and their message boils down to human decency. They are amazing.

[@rolanddrinkwalter1447]

Yep that's why they're the Nickelback of punk.. they're commercial and suck

[@Interestingenough4]

They're easily one of the best bands to come out of the 1990s/2000s pop-punk/emo trend, and have translated better than most of the others with time. There's a reason why they're one of the higher-billed acts at the 2023 When We Were Young Festival.

[@Badboyrune2k]

If we're doing fantastic singers of modern punk early to mid 2000:s AFI is really a must. Davey was almost in a class of his own. The 2006 live version of Totalimmortal is fantastic.

[@isabellarobinson6082]

Agreed, my dad introduced me to Rise Against when I was a kid because he loved their music and messages in them so he wanted me to experience that too, I'm 16 now and I've never stopped listening.

[@FORGOTTENMINDFREAK23]

@@Badboyrune2k YES. Tbh she could have a 2 for 1 with Clove Smoke Catharsis (though not as punk). I'd live to see her react to a lot of Sing the Sorrow and some of the later stuff too, like Break Angels

[@BillAdams-fb3jm]

If you're going to delve into Rise Against, may I recommend: "Swing Life Away" "Give It All" "Audience Of One" "Hero Of War" "Nowhere Generation" Also, the band's cover of "Any Way You Want It" on Revolutions Per Minute is great and really sets a good contrast against the original version by Journey.

[@lazurusknight2724]

Great list, but I would add Like The Angel and The Violence as well

[@christopherwells3467]

I’ll second Swing Life Away and Hero of War. I’d also add Tragedy + Time.

[@woodsea434]

Swing Life Away is a great song.

[@Aeolos67]

All of these PLUS "The Violence".

[@autumnvolume4181]

I'd add "The Numbers" to that list as well, it's definitely the song that catches my attention the most when it comes to vocal delivery.

[@kennylaysh2776]

If anyone else has similar feelings about it, I think Elizabeth would love their song "Satellite". Listened to it hundreds of times, and it makes me emotional every single time. From "We are the orphans of the American Dream" to "It's not too late, we have the rest of our lives", this song has been like an anthem to me.

[@Wulthrin]

satellite is the best song on that album imo

[@danielsumner872]

YES!! Came here to say this exact thing!! “Satellite” and “Hero Of War” definitely need to be done!! Please make it happen…

[@samhilton4173]

Satellite by P.O.D is way better.

[@sirwoofsalot7505]

The bridge of Satellite makes me emotional every time lol

[@mirandajanssen8012]

Yessss!! Or Savior!

[@Areia25]

For your next Rise Against adventure, I would HIGHLY recommend 'Make It Stop (September's Children)' - not only are the vocals amazing again, but the message is one of their most powerful that everyone should listen/watch at least once in their life

[@davidhoehner3350]

I very much agree. I find that a majority of their music have a profound message but that song is easily one of their most impactful messages

[@Zerio]

+1

[@brennanflora2134]

Absolutely. That video shreds me every time.

[@oshikurutensai8206]

Other greats include Hero of War, Help Is On The Way, Savior, Satellite, Nowhere Generation, etc.

[@TheLucidityx]

It definitely hits hard. I'd imagine lots of tears would ensue.

[@brandiprice9074]

One of the best live bands I've ever seen. Rise Against is ridiculously underrated and absurdly brilliant. I love them. ❤️

[@scottp4357]

Yeah i _love_ Rise Against - i had tickets to go see them in 2006 on the Sufferer And The Witness tour but i was ill so had to give them away...was absolutely gutted. Somehow i've managed to miss them every tour until January this year when the planets aligned and I _finally_ got to see them. I still would've loved to have seen them earlier though with more RPM and Counter Culture songs in their setlist.

[@rascataplasgraciasxelpan2513]

yes i have listened a lot of years but i dont like their last albums

[@oxfierceplayxo1667]

Wish I could say the same. Love the sound when it comes to their albums, but the few times I've seen them live, they weren't very good at all.

[@drechsla]

They are amazing live. I am lucky enough to live in Chicago so I have gotten to see them quite a few times over the years. The greatest tour was the Appeal to Reason tour, the Chicago date had Rise Against, Thrice, Alkaline Trio, and The Gaslight Anthem. I have yet to top that show@@scottp4357

[@stephenchurch1784]

Punk as a whole is criminally underrated in an era where we need it more than ever

[@JasonBlanchard-k3i]

The entire album "the sufferer and the witness" is an amazing story. Highly recommend listening to it.

[@zerobit7964]

Faaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaacts. Huge facts.

[@therandleray]

This album was in repeat the entire year

[@Demorian85]

❤❤❤

[@ze_ink3548]

Vouch, grew up in high school when it dropped and 13 years later I’m still recommending it to those that like the genre

[@mikegriego3671]

I agree 100% Amazing album!

[@jof860]

I'm happy that Tim gets more recognised as a great vocalist. The Sufferer and the Witness era really demonstrated the power and the range of his voice. I would suggest Ready to Fall for the next analysis bc this guy can rreally scream.

[@ozzydiy1771]

Seriously underrated album

[@liamchapman6889]

My only problem is that he sounds so much better on the studio recordings than he does live, his voice live leaves a lot to be desired

[@lordmmx1303]

@@liamchapman6889 he destroyed his voice I think. I heard him live in small underground bar in 2009 and he sounded great. And then in 2011 in big hall in budapest, and he sounded terrible (he was sick and sound engineer was probably deaf because they sounded baaaaad) .

[@justaguy3310]

​@@liamchapman6889he definitely destroyed his voice. He's always had a weird singing technique

[@metalrocker2000]

Revolutions per minute has way more intense vocals like “ if I could paint how I’d feel I’d draw a bullseye on your forehead” it’s a short song but he’s screaming the whole song

[@JustSomeDamnGinger]

Still one of my favourite Rise Against songs. Re-Education (Through Labor) is another favourite. A lot of my rotation when I was younger was Rise Against, Rage Against The Machine, and System Of A Down.

[@godofdun]

This, especially the uncensored version, though I'd totally understand if Elizabeth wouldn't make her reaction based on that version.

[@atomickrispies]

For sure, all those bands still (except for one) hold a special place in my heart today. Rage has turned into Simp for the Machine the last decade so I don't feel the same for them but Rise Against & SOAD I listen to nearly daily.

[@AKNeal81]

If you want message def pick Re-education (Through Labor)

[@pelmfbpndd7065]

killing In the name arials

[@toddchavez5671]

@@atomickrispies Pretty sure Rise against and system have similar politics to Rage

[@SidhArts]

Growing up with Rise Against and being able to go through their albums back to back, you really get to hear Tim's voice evolve He truly has some of the most incredible control, one of the best harsh vocalists around in regards to how naturally he can just transition in and out of it and still sound so powerful and legible. He wasn't always that natural and it's just really cool to hear someone develop a skill like that.

[@ArmageddonisUnleashe]

Tim is legitimately one of the best punk singers in the scene today, IMO, and the fact that he has kept his voice going strong for over 20 years now is a testament to just how good he is. Fantastic band, and a pretty solid starting point. I recommend following up with either "Savior" if you want the same style of song from him, or "Hero of War" for a softer song that will hit you HARD in the feels. "The Numbers" is also a very solid song if you want to hear how the band sounds now.

[@ValhallaArms]

Hero of War is absolutely my favorite song from them. The emotions it brings are raw

[@Moltarslunch]

​@@ValhallaArms speaking as an Iraq vet, Hero of War kicks me in the balls, in a good way. Reminds me of the sheer waste of that clusterfuck.

[@bryonsteik7435]

Yeah he can sing but he can't beat fat mike

[@RackiePromotions]

I would looooove to have her listen to "Savior", one of my favourite songs from Rise Against.

[@wowrada]

Or go for Sattelite. Missed that one when we were able to vote. One of the best live songs of all time. Just a song to go absolutely bananas :D

[@jowshwah934]

Alas, the Rise Against rabbit hole begins. There’s legitimately 20+ songs you could check out and you’ll find something unique about it. The best rock band of our time.

[@feardabrood]

This band is so grossly underrated. Their songs are powerful, their music is impactful and their energy is relentless. They are unapologetically political but they speak on issues many atlrtists fear addressing. Definetly hope tovsee more analysis. Savior is their big one, Hero of War will have you weeping, and all of their songs will rock your soul.

[@paulkaehn6203]

Hero of War is my absolute fave

[@TehScat]

Disparity by Design articulates so many powerful points in so little time. It is a thesis in three minutes.

[@ivybennett2274]

​@@TehScat yesssss disparity by design is such an underrated hit of theirs

[@quaticl7293]

They’re great but in no universe are they underrated lol

[@kboanddbo]

Rise Against holds a special place in my heart. The Good Left Undone, Swing Life Away, Dancing for Rain, Savior, and a million other songs are worth checking out.

[@Joseph-ny5rr]

They hold a special place for me as well. Swing life away makes me cry for personal reasons. The amount of great songs is unbelievable, my favorite band of all time.

[@Joseph-ny5rr]

Dancing for rain!!

[@theblazenscot618]

True sign of a great band; no one here mentions 1 song. Everyone has a list, of their favorite, most impactful songs.

[@alvatrous]

one of the most consistently good catalogs of any band. very few other bands are even close. mabye sum 41, off spring are the only ones

[@theblazenscot618]

@@alvatrous completely agree. I'd throw in Sublime as well, but I'm a huge fan. That's another band with a fantastic catalog.

[@vinnibod2500]

I'd toss Against Me! into the mix here too.

[@fire2day]

@@vinnibod2500 Baby, I'm an anarchist!

[@9474sammus]

savior, satellite, behind closed doors, hero of war, swing life away, paper wings, whereabouts unknown, wait for me. long forgotten sons, survivors guilt I mean come on that's not even close to all of the best songs i cant think of anyone or any group with a more consistent catalogue.

[@timdavis4852]

This album is one of my all time favorites. 100% NO SKIPS.

[@jndvs95]

You have to do the Good Left Undone next! One of my favorite lines is from that song. it's powerful. "All because of you, I believe in Angels. Not the kind with wings, No not the kind with halos. The ones that bring you home, When home becomes a strange place. I'll follow your voice, all you have to do Is shout it out."

[@nightsgrow6575]

That part is one of the best lyrics of any song out there

[@treesome3979]

"And I can't tell if you're laughing Between each smile there's a tear In your eye There's a train leaving town in an hour It's not waiting for you And neither am I"

[@grumpydrunken1268]

Tim's vocal warm up routine is something that many singers should study. His vocal abilities combined with his writing is compelling to say the least. A true poet, singer, and storyteller.

[@Ladtyuven223]

Rise Against helped me through a lot throughout my teen years, such an underrated band.

[@sugoruyo]

The greatest thing about Rise Against IMO is their storytelling ability. There's something magnetic about their music, it just pulls you in, holds you there and makes you listen to what they have to say. Criminally underappreciated band and one we would do well to listen to.

[@the406seadonkey6]

Well said.

[@metalrocker2000]

That’s what made me obsessed with this band. Not only can he sing he can tell a story and send a message. He’s a English major and reads a lot, his favorite book is 1984. Hes very cohersive with his words. And doesn’t swear a lot.

[@sharris256]

“His voice is pretty but haunting” is maybe the best way I’ve heard Tim McIlrath’s voice described!

[@skapenguin]

I loved when she said that.

[@AtomicSleuths]

Tim is one of the most talented vocalists in the scene. I cried harder to "Hero Of War" when i saw them live than I did when i was being born.

[@watchin9920]

This song makes me ball my eyes out everytime I hear it

[@DerrickRG91]

ehh.

[@DisguisedAsHuman]

I was going to mention this song too. One of my favorites and a definite gut-punch.

[@soundervideos]

I have been listening to Rise Against for almost a couple of decades now, and if you ever wish to revisit them, these are the songs I would suggest. In a loose order of recommendation: - Hero of War. One of the choices you put in the poll. It is a great acoustic song to analyze the vocals and also pretty emotional. - Savior. It is one of their most popular songs. Both original and Ghost Note Symphonies (acoustic) versions are great. - Make it Stop (September's Children). Is a song about accepting yourself. The video is pretty powerful, heavy and emotional, - Re-Education Through Labor. Has some vocal changes a few times throughout the song, althought it doesn't show much of him singing like the other three above. - People Live Here. Great song with video and lyrics being emotional and deep, but it doesn't show Tim singing.

[@prelude2disaster]

Hero of War is an absolutely devastating song

[@occam9986]

Seconded on all of those - Make it Stop and People Live Here especially.

[@schmitzekater]

Hero of war gets me every single time. There’s always at least one tear rolling down my cheeks. ❤

[@antisquishy]

Hero of War is phenomenal. Prior military, in the medical field, some friends and I would play the song just to watch the mood in the room shift as the song progresses. Cruel, but telling.

[@corey2193]

Swing Life Away as well

[@Osmodios]

Help is on the way is a criminally under-rated song from them, the lyrics are haunting and the vocal quality is top notch, even more so than Savior or Prayer of the Refugee

[@sola7112]

Another one is But Tonight We Dance. Absolutely incredible.

[@michaelslater3777]

You really can’t go wrong with Rise Against. They have such a great catalogue: Give It All, Destination, Anywhere but Here, Swing Life Away, Chamber the Cartridge, Savior, Ready to Fall, Reeducation through Labour, Audience of One, Entertainment, Lanterns, Broken Mirrors, Hero of War, Help is on the Way, I Don’t Want to Be Here Anymore, Make It Stop, Bullshit, The Numbers, People Live Here. So much ear candy.

[@TheShortar53]

Chamber the cartridge is my own hype track in the way into the Dojo

[@Rhaiden626]

One of the few bands out there that I can listen to their entire catalogue start to finish and not skip a single song, man.

[@dall3n88]

@@Rhaiden626 Totally agree! A very rare phenomenon.

[@bludfyre]

You missed Satellite... but otherwise I agree with all of them

[@benstin]

My favorite thing is how everyone in the comments are recommending their favorite Rise Against songs, and they're all different. I'm just happy you listened to this one -- it was my favorite as a kid.

[@CrazyTruckinS10]

Need more Rise Against. Their lyrics are phenomenal

[@raineramelung7380]

Hi try som stuff from germany.. :"die toten Hosen-Sehnsucht" (about Feelings.., sad).. /or :"Slime-lieben müssen" (about fails in drug adicted life).. *enjoy wiht out understanding

[@OvelNick]

I don't think I've heard this song for over a decade. It's insane how just a few opening chords can take you back like this!! It's hitting hard. Iraq 2006, best of times, worst of times.

[@thecalmboi4236]

I feel that too, hits like a train but in the best way. I hope you’re doing well, brother

[@jayceearrboy]

Hope the passage of time has brought you peace and health. Safe travels homie.

[@wikfos]

So excited for this one. If I had to pick a favorite band, it would be Rise Against.

[@about7grams]

ugh i listened to this band every day for like 5 years in my teens but haven't really listened to them since and i miss them so much his voice is just so perfect for the genre and the message

[@Wulthrin]

protip:the ghost note symphonies will tear your heart clean out of your chest. i mean full waterworks give the stuff you've missed a listen, its all good.

[@snezeire]

I’ve been a devoted Rise Against fan and their message for so many years now. I’ve seen them in concert more than any other band/artist other than Loreena McKennit. So excited for this review!!! Tim is my hero.

[@brianfitzgerald499]

Big same, so underrated. Tim mackilrath is one of the best talents out there

[@brennanflora2134]

I saw them with Linkin Park once. I had never heard of them and couldn't really make out most of their lyrics, but their passion was like a tidal wave.

[@halosandheroes]

Love these guys so much

[@xXDoUbLeDDXx38]

I'm a huge fan too, I seen them a long time ago when they weren't even the main event. Can't remember the exact date but I'm guessing it was probably close to 15 years ago. They were opening for Silverstein in Edmonton Alberta Canada. It was a wicked concert but at the time I had no idea who they were hahah.

[@djpylloz]

We need to protect this queen at all costs. She's such a gem!

[@mikekirby2085]

This is a band that started off punk with their early albums. Their sound has stayed consistent yet its evolved over the years as well. So many of their songs are emotionally powerful, politically important, environmentally aware, and even hopeful to people struggling. Make it stop, savior, help is on the way, ready to fall, everchanging (accoustic), tragedy +time, and so many more are excellent songs.

[@autumnvolume4181]

I went to see Anti-Flag and AFI a few years back as supporting bands for the headlining band, Rise Against. I wasn't into them at all at the time and I left the show three or four songs into their set. Reeeeeallly wish I had known how much I was going to love them a year or two after that lol.

[@onekidneystan4330]

I like to think that this song isn't about refugees but rather a message to refugees. The tone of the song is inspiring, encouraging, and empathetic. It's a call to arms for the oppressed.

[@tjxrick4139]

It might just be because it was the first song I heard from them but "Give it All" is still my favorite from Rise Against.

[@RimshotKiller]

Not the album version, though. There was another version form another album (Rock against Bush, maybe?) That was more aggressive, I enjoyed the hell out of that.

[@petrinafilip96]

Ah good times with NFSU2, when I heard them for the first time as a kid.

[@revanx73]

@@petrinafilip96 For me it was FlatOut 2, such a nostalgia.

[@master1sa]

only because need for speed :D

[@joshuagodwin8565]

Same, man. Same.

[@ChaosZero.]

Tim McIlrath is more than just a punk rock songwriter, he's a storyteller giving a voice to those among us that don't have one or struggle to have theirs heard.

[@BikesAndBatallas]

Chuck Ragan of Hot Water Music as well. Drag My body being one of the best examples.

[@brianware8934]

Oh, this is gonna be gooooooood. Awesome voice and a very…..opinionated band. Been listening to them since 2001. Excitement intensifies.

[@harrisonlevy8115]

Tim, Zach, Joe, and Brandon are class acts! I got to meet them before a show here in Atlanta. All four took time to greet and talk to every fan they met. Just some of the nicest, most humble people in the industry!

[@TroubledTurnip]

I feel like Rise Against doesn't get nearly enough attention. One of the very very few bands I can say has never made a bad or even mediocre song. And their lyrical messages are always poignant and powerful. On first listen they may sound like just another skate punk band, but they are so much more than that if you spend a little time with the music.

[@ThePippin89]

Tim McIlrath is one of the most genuinely talented punk rock singers there has ever been. Amazing live too. And incredible song writer. Hes just the whole package.

[@loub.redcap3524]

I was working a late shift at the corner store and this band was performing in Ottawa across the river. I go out for a smoke at about 10 pm and I hear this song coming from all the way over there. Still gave me chills.

[@Chewbarka]

Finally! Rise Against has been my favorite band for so many years. Glad you finally get to hear his amazing voice

[@UlrikDrabls]

Cannot recommend "Make It Stop (September's Children)" enough. Absolutely gorgeous and powerful song.

[@HHMasterPuff]

And one thing you said a couple times which really hits the nail on the head, but Tim has such a natural sound to his voice. Some singers have their "singing voice" then you hear them talk, and it's different, but Tim has such a natural flow to his voice which helps you relate to the message the band is trying to convey.

[@TK-hw2ph]

“Help is on the way” is one of my favorites from them. Love “Hero of war” too, but being an AFG vet, I listen to it sparingly

[@raymondbayes7662]

Same on the hero of war

[@galvanicaspirations6355]

Nothing makes me happier than seeing someone discover rise against for the first time! If you ever decide to listen to another song I highly recommend “dancing for rain”!

[@WyattTherapysinger]

As a very trained and aggressively mediocre singer.... Tim has been a vocal hero to me for years!!! Rise Against was on my "pre-mission playlist" when i was in Iraq and the stories they weave in their songs get me choked up still to this day. Thank you from a fellow d&d nerd for diving into these guys! They are a gut check to the max.

[@ScottDincorn]

Thanks for sharing.

[@Nem.1146]

Behind Closed doors is one of my personal favs by Rise Against. Also met them on several occasions and they’re genuinely the sweetest guys. Bonfire burn like beacons Guiding the lost and weakened Flames dance on crashing waves Guiding ships who’ve gone astray

[@eiv-gaming]

Would love to hear you cover "Hero of War" by Rise Against. So much emotion.

[@joshgruenbaum9379]

As a vet that song brings me to tears every time I hear it, even after hundreds of times.

[@eiv-gaming]

@@joshgruenbaum9379 it does so to me and I'm a lowly programmer/graphic designer. It hits hard on so many levels. Hope you're doing ok bud. Much love from Scotland.

[@joshgruenbaum9379]

@@eiv-gaming I am doing pretty well. Thank you for the concern. Don't self depreciate, all of our jobs are important!

[@edhtypecast339]

Rise Against is my absolute favourite band. Both audio and message. I heard this when it came out when I was 16 and it has helped shape my worldview. Definitely would recommend any and all of their music. The Good Left Undone is my favourite song of all time. The final verse gives me chills everytime

[@joshfromholland9077]

I've discovered this band in the early days of the COVID- pandemic. Their music has kept me going through really hard times, to this day. I also had a chance to hear them live in Amsterdam late last year, which was a blast.Thank you for checking them out; your analysis is always worth some time of my day. All the best from the Netherlands 👍🎶❤️

[@TessaNL-]

Dat concert was geweldig ❤ Ik ben al jaaaaaren fan van ze, maar het was ook mijn eerste concert. Onvergetelijk!

[@joshfromholland9077]

@@TessaNL- Hey Tessa! Dat concert (ook mijn eerste van hen) was zeker fantastisch. De mannen kunnen een geweldige show neerzetten. Dank voor je reactie 😀 Een fijne week toegewenst! 👋

[@TessaNL-]

@@joshfromholland9077 Helemaal mee eens! Ik kan niet wachten op het volgende concert van ze dat ik kan bezoeken 😃 Jij ook een fijne avond en week!

[@joshfromholland9077]

@@TessaNL- Volgende keer dat ze komen hoop ik er ook weer bij te zijn. Zeker de moeite waard. Groetjes van Jos

[@TessaNL-]

@@joshfromholland9077 Tot dan haha 😃😃

[@ThatScrubWolf]

The nostalgia I get from this song is unbelievable.. I haven't heard it in years and honestly forgot it existed. I'm happy to be reminded of this.

[@xperfectshun]

The Rise Against cover of “For Fiona” by No Use For a Name is probably something to look at. Then that will get you into the genius, phenomenal talent of the late Tony Sly. 🖤

[@alvarogalanmadrid9244]

Respect… but I have the feeling that Tony will remain one of the biggest hidden gems of a songwriter the world will never know (and I don’t even think that makes sense but it does? 😂) Anyway, thumbs up for bringing Tony into the conversation.

[@drj5606]

Yes, more Rise Against! One of my favorite bands of all time.

[@jeffturbo904]

Please, please, please, if you get a chance to see them live, do it!! I’ve seen them over a dozen times and they are always incredible. They sound amazing and his vocals are always on point.

[@robaier4471]

The save our stages live version is by far his best performance of this song. Check it out!

[@dodejoker1988]

Swing life away, Paper Wings and Like the Angel from the Troubadour live performance. You will be blown away, these guys are amazing.

[@andrealvl9274]

I had chosen to analyze this song for my final oral English exam in high school. The jury was very surprised a French teenager appreciated and understood such a heavy and difficult message. I even remember them getting emotional while reading the lyrics lol. It's very nice to watch an analysis of a band that I still love so much, thank you! :)

[@schakTheNerd]

I don't know how you do it, but somehow, you consistently manage to make me fall head over heels in love with bands that I'm ALREADY head over heels in love with.

[@bertbertsonson]

Absolutley love Tim's voice 😍

[@RyouTheMad]

this is the first video I've seen of yours thank you for a proper analysis/reaction seen so many that just watch it, say a few pointless words and that's it... while you did add so much info and point out so many great things in this video

[@stevenweber7793]

I’ve been a die hard fan since 2010 So happy to finally see this. 1000% need more of them they have so many good ones. The good left undone Make it stop (very deep kind of similar to what you said maybe rise against being against towards things in our society as the song honors children who committed suicide from bullying) Help is on the way Savior Re education

[@JoeHennigan-h9h]

Thank you for picking Rise Against. Tim and the guys are the best. Tim’s voice is very distinct and every song is powerful. My favorite band without a doubt. Thank you again! I hope you make more videos on their songs. They are so underrated

[@JimmyJaybles]

On the album, this song instantly and seemlessly transitions into the next song, almost like the two are part of a greater song. That song is 'Drones', and it's the song that got me into Rise Against! Also as someone else mentioned, another super impactful song is 'Make It Stop (September's Children)', I would thoroughly recommend both! Love your content, keep being you

[@truelg3181]

Funny enough, Drones is the same song that got me listening. It was on madden 2007 and during the summer I was like, huh I wonder what else this band has. Looked them up on KZbin, found prayer of the refugee and have been a lifelong fan since.

[@allisonal]

Yeah, it felt wrong that the music stopped where it did in this analysis and didn’t continue into the next song 😂 Total album band.

[@MarcoSaenzMELOS16]

about to cry seeing all this people that loves Rise as I do! Amazing!

[@TheArmoredone]

One of the best bands in the last 20 years

[@wolframvonstein7303]

Easily.

[@manbearcow]

I use to love these guys in my formative years and just discovering all of their newer acoustic stuff and I love it.

[@GummiAnd]

A reality check is a good way to describe a lot of their songs. To me one of their old songs "Ready to fall" hits the hardest when you combine the song and the visuals of the m/v.

[@Sirenhunter5]

That’s the first song that introduced me to them. When that music video appeared on an old channel called International Music Feed.

[@waza8501]

I had the pleasure of seeing Rise Against! live about 10 years ago and they were one of the best performances I've seen

[@hell2thehalo1]

Hands down the best punk band, Rise Against have always been true to the sound and not afraid to speak out for those who cant.

[@zacharythornblade255]

I could go on and on and on about Rise Against, they're my absolute favorite. I would LOVE to hear more of this breakdown of their music.

[@GabrielleRousseau]

I just remembered how amazing this song is. Many days in my early 20s were spent belting this song in my car! They have a bunch of live sessions now; I would love to see those analyzed!

[@ZycheCiorre]

The sufferer and the witness album is one of my favorite albums of all time. This song convinced me to look into the band and get the album back when I was just a teenager, and I have probably listened to the album back to front nearing a hundred times. There's so much to everything, instrumentals, voice, in the general tone that makes this album feel very easy to immerse myself in. It truly is the album that got me to actually listen to music instead of just hearing it, and I'm so glad that you're delving into this song in this band!

[@johncrossley6945]

"Like the Angel", is another really good song by these guys. I recently found the acoustic version. Soooooo good.

[@aronboersma4166]

His voice let's you know exactly what emotion he is feeling. Sad, anger, longing, remorse.

[@Shadow_Person11]

I am so glad that this was your introduction to Rise Against! They've been my favorite for over a decade now, and when I finally (FINALLY!!!) saw them live it was a dream come true. Their musicianship and stage presence is magnificent, and it's like you can feel them pouring their souls into their music. Magnificent!

[@coffeeshopkitty2551]

“I hear freedom in the sound.” That’s exactly what it’s like at their live shows. Freedom. Instant community. Like floating in a sea of enlightened badassery. Also, killer moshing. ❤

[@brookedillon838]

The best thing about watching you listen to these bands is watching you expand your genres and the look on your face when you fall in the with the voices and the music.

[@Areia25]

I'm so excited for this. Rise Against have been my favourite band for over 10 years, and whilst I don't enjoy their newest stuff quite as much, their music has had such an impact on my life. Whenever their songs come on, I can't help but shout-sing along

[@philrobin1364]

amazing song and analysis. Let's get some more Rise Against in here!!!

[@Swishyhead]

That crystal-clear tone on those long final "up"s never fails to give me goosebumps. It sounds like sacred fire blazing into an inferno, a rallying call for the disenfranchised.

[@MrMrjonne]

Rise Against is such an amazing band, saw them live and fell in love with the performance of "People live here", such a poltically loaded song and just an outstanding performance with a lot of emotion.

[@flu1dz]

"Blood to Bleed" by Rise Against gets me every time. Man, I love this band.

[@robaier4471]

Such an underrated song. Top 3 songs from that album for sure

[@flu1dz]

@robaier4471 absolutely. It's one of those songs from my Playlist that when it comes on, I sing along loudly, badly, but passionately

[@user-up6yl3mv3q]

My introduction to Rise Against was “Re-Education Through Labor”, followed by this song. Instant fan at that point. So excited to see you explore them more!

[@Hardwired_Productions]

I love the messages RA has carried for decades now. Such a great sound & meaning.

[@TheSidMachinery]

I havent heard this band in a looooong time. Great to finally do that again, so many bands I listened to got lost along the way.

[@mammothVT]

I hope you check out more of their stuff, their message is just amazing in all their songs.

[@mondrometal]

Do more Rise Against, they are amazing

[@robinsonvs.parkinsons4090]

I'm soooo glad you've found Rise Against! I have to recommend the song that literally lifted me up more times than I can count. The lyrics for Tragedy + Time read like a poem by Kipling or Dylan Thomas and Tim Mcllrath delivers them with all of the sincerity that fans of Rise Against know and love. I live with Young Onset Parkinson's Disease and I desperately want this song to reach as many ears and hearts as possible. Their bigger hits will get more attention, but Tragedy + Time speaks to me and my fellow Parkies (that's our nickname for people with Parkinson's) as if it were written for us. If anyone reading this is ever looking for something to grab onto when the depression get's truly heavy, please give this song a try. Rise Against has two videos for it, one of them is an amazing lyric video that has helped change the outlook of maybe half a dozen or so Parkies who have reached out to me for help. I promise, it's NOT a sappy ballad either! One of my favorite songs of all time.

[@funlovincop]

Saw them live twice and Tim nailed every note every time, definitely has great control

[@johnnydavis2392]

Just from the preview I know this is going to be a good one. And anything from their album Siren Song of the Counter Culture would be good too!

[@Stilmord]

From Heads Unworthy is a song that helped me through tough times when it was released, from rough family conditions it fueled me to stand my ground and believe in myself. Still my favorite Rise Against song to this day.

[@nhogan84]

I am ecstatic that you have found Rise Against! My absolute favorite song of all time comes from them, "Disparity by Design". They are such an impactful and talented band.

[@tiagofigueiredo1992]

Rise Against is really something else. First live concert I've seen in Lisbon, Portugal, back in '09, will never forget it. And their message is timeless. Great song.

[@jake53105]

They were my second concert ever! Everyone in the venue was swaying arm in arm when Swing Life Away started. Incredible.

[@Uenaeons]

Paper wings. 🙏🏼 Easily one of the best rise against songs. Tim McIlrath is one powerful vocalist.

[@Piitaa_Pain]

the live version with the audience singing along

[@xtrentedgex]

My favourite song by them

[@Wulthrin]

paper wings has always been one of my favorites give it all is the best song ever though

[@thepandaman]

It instantly takes me back to some fantastic house parties in my mid-teens. A sing-along every time.

[@austinpatkos7563]

I love her energy so much, just so positive and energetic and excited to hear the various talents in vocal work. She's the best.

[@forestduffe5576]

Rise Against songs are so related to America today . Tims vocals are top quality 💯🎶

[@brennanflora2134]

They are almost prophetic, right? They were bringing attention to things the mainstream only saw in periphery at the time, but now are forefront issues.

[@forestduffe5576]

@@brennanflora2134 totally agree 💯

[@Ls71x]

Rise Against has been my favorite band for the past 16 years. Awesome to see this pop up in my subs, hope you do more songs from them!

[@Ghost_in_the_Rain]

So glad you were able to check these guys out! They are an absolute favorite!! If you want to cover more of their songs, I highly recommend "Broken Dreams, Inc.", "Forfeit", and "Tragedy + Time" 🤘