For Today - Fight The Silence (Official Music Video)

[@theherald3117]

The movie “The Sound of Freedom brought me here. Ten years ago For Today recorded this song. Many have been trying to bring attention to the human trafficking problem for decades

[@RobertTrejo-lc3es]

Shout out to them using their voice to impact

[@vanderleigarciagarcia3638]

🙏🇧🇷🙏

[@allelite330]

And now we have Diddy...when does this stop..it's time we do something

[@wiliansoares2199]

Nine years later I had the immense pleasure of meeting this band. #Jesus_Christ_is_the_Savior

[@EvaGabryelle]

"For Today are warriors in service to Christ!" God bless you!

[@nih1lgante]

When Christian bands have stronger songs ( both instrumetal and lyrics). I am atheist, yet, their songs give me chills and the messages are quite special

[@KyleHurd]

Bro, you're experiencing God, you may not realize it but you are.

[@fallenfreak828]

I'm right there with you, Diego. Yes most of FT's music is strongly christian themed. But I just look at it as a band that's badass and it's alright if they have different views than me

[@TheExpressionx]

Check out Silent Planet then my dude

[@mr.breton6314]

the chills are the holy spirit brother let god in dont push him out its for the better

[@williamminyard8508]

@@mr.breton6314 i was thinking same thing..

[@leoca8691]

People thinks metal genres are all about hate and evil... But the fact is that metal is the most emotional genre ever. I loved this message.

[@ronzg]

Nothing Jesus can't handle, but definitely something we can't without Him.

[@WhatBeDaPointMon]

How's that going?

[@ronzg]

@@WhatBeDaPointMon still walking with the LORD, He blesses me every day. He gives me peace when I don’t feel so blessed.

[@danarosenthal9472]

As a trafficking survivor I greatly appreciate you 💜💜💜💜💜

[@ghostgate82]

Funny how mainstream music never talks about anything of substance like this. I wonder why...

[@TheSimonHxC]

[@lydiafaith3882]

Denial? maybe?

[@ghostgate82]

Lydia Faith I think it is because it's not very profitable and it doesn't fit the "pro chaos" agenda.

[@lydiafaith3882]

I don't think people want to know whats wrong in life. They're too wrapped up in their own little worlds and don't want the outside problems to dampen their temporal bliss.

[@ghostgate82]

Lydia Faith You're right. However, that sounds alot like cattle before they get made into tasty steaks and burgers. I don't want to be someone else's steak or burger. Personal preference? Or just smart...?

[@Datgodtank]

What i like about this kind of music is that most of these bands sets a focus on the problems in the world instead of the pop music that is blinded towards everything except love.

[@audreybowser7433]

That is very true.

[@Datgodtank]

Audrey Bowser Glad you agree :)

[@audreybowser7433]

:)

[@timothysit1393]

Spon I agree

[@timothysit1393]

Spon I wish more bands would do more things like this

[@williamcorley2477]

its crazy that most kids parents call this music "emo, trash, satanic, unholy" but truth being most of these bands send extremely powerful messages like ghost by august burns red or almost every song by issues. take princton avenue for example. holy shit the message it has, or Memphis may fire with no ordinary love, yet they praise pop for being good music. like hell no dude. this music IS THE GOOD MUSIC

[@km16278]

william corley true.

[@Dee-ix2gk]

I totally agree. people out here just brainwash just because how it sounds and the appearance,and what other people say about it,. But their are Christian band out their that show God and normal popularity band that not of Satan. Like for today and other Christian band like Darkness divided, sleeping giant, war of ages, phinehas, skillet, haste the day, nine lashed, forevermore, as I lay dying, oh sleeper, Memphis may fire, underoath, Red, disciple, fireflight, decyfer, And The popularity band is bless the fall, miss may I, We came as roman, the word alive.

[@km16278]

what pisses me tf off is that people think rap is amazing, even though most of it talks about drugs and sex, and this stuff makes me people feel less alone and sends good messages

[@Dee-ix2gk]

+ Tranquility princess I totally agree. People out just brainwash and crazy. This band talking about and have good messages and talking about not being a long. Just like other Christian band out here and some popularity band.

[@FromUpNorth9345]

Probably because of the screaming and growling in a lot of metal bands but, it’s just a style that makes it more fun

[@waynickrooney9358]

to anyone who downs for today are crap for a human being. This song gave me chill bumps. Music with a Message. This is what music should be about. Thank you For Today for staying true to your messages.

[@DustinHolliday]

this is the kind of band we need in this genre just because most of heavy metal genre is corrupt and this band is trying to bring light to it

[@DustinHolliday]

for real !!

[@jakobfel2]

For Today IS relatively simplistic compared to some metalcore bands (a good example of the contrast in complexity is Killswitch Engage), but I still love their music. They have great lyrics, Mattie's screaming is incredible, and their songs are really heavy.

[@waynickrooney9358]

I'm not going to lie guys. KSE is not technical in regards to other bands I've heard. Check out ERRA and Born of Osiris, Rings of Saturn and Human Abstract.

[@zaca.7583]

Dustin Holliday *Metalcore not Heavy Metal

[@Mr2drummer2]

This is heartbreaking but also encouraging knowing that people are taking a stand for Christ for those strongly effected by human trafficking. The lyrics, "only a coward would try to ignore it", really hits home. The only hope in all of this is Jesus Christ and in what He is doing through His people. What people don't understand is that this stuff breaks the heart of God. Some say He doesn't exist or He must not care and love people enough to allow this. God's heart is for the broken and suffering, and there is healing, restoration, and life in His only Son Jesus Christ.

[@creasonjack]

I don't understand all the negative comments about this band. I am a huge supporter for metalcore, heavy metal music when our Lord and Savior is at the focal point. It may all sound the same as other metalcore bands but that is not the point. Its time we all grow up and keep our eyes to the sky and praise the Lord for bands making music for awareness about something so negative. Keep rocking it For Today.

[@merringuthrie2587]

This is one of the most beautiful songs I've heard

[@huntypenguin2058]

agreed

[@adamcundiff2095]

I played this for my grandma, she wanted to pray for me since I liked the "devil's music"...........

[@merringuthrie2587]

XD Did you tell her they were christian

[@Stephen-zw7km]

man, i hate it when grandma's are like that, my grandma is horrified by rock, never mind death metal. lol

[@brochachoh5260]

+Stephen Lange my grandmother laughs at metal she thinks it's funny

[@jorrogboe]

I'm not religious at all yet I find myself loving Christian metal bands more than other bands.

[@ethanbagley471]

A lot of them do have really good messages. I feel like they are putting out positive things in their lyrics. It's a lot better than a metal band who fake worships Satan or actually does. Either way it's not helping anyone really. A lot of Christian bands have good messages that don't have to always strictly coheed to their religious beliefs. You might just like 'em for their sick breakdowns XD Just kinda my outlook on it.

[@vuddlwotan9571]

i pray for you Greetings from Germany God bless you

[@fallingtoearth810]

I feel like the lack of existential angst kinda takes the punch out of it though. The reason a lot of metal has satanic undertones is because it defies much of the religious dogma the majority of people live by. That said, christian metal isn't worse per se, and I liked this song a lot. I just have a hard time feeling the same authenticity and energy from it.

[@CatholicApolegeticaMadeEasy]

Falling To Earth

[@chikislea]

He is calling you... Greetings from Tijuana Mx.

[@OPGamingElite]

Jesus people are so ignorant. This band is trying to send a message and you hate on it? What is Asking alexandria trying to send or Attila? Music is more than the musical instruments. It's art. Art is beautiful. This is beautiful.

[@beansproutuncreative]

Wait a minute, what do you mean by 'Jesus people are so ignorant'?

[@marincro704]

He forgot to add a comma after Jesus.

[@OPGamingElite]

Marin Cro whoops

[@Beth8121]

my fav song from asking Alexandria is Morte et dabo

[@wingedoutlawmccrew9408]

Blaze PVP mines moving on

[@xhere14]

Damn dawg , I had no idea things like this were going on. I feel like crying ,yo. Seriously .

[@eyalleviton2617]

so punch a wall like everyone else to get your manliness back :P

[@BMPremo]

Being manly isn't punching a wall. It's standing up for people like sex traffic victims who can't stand up for themselves.

[@Xbvb666X]

i first learned about it in school, but as schools do, it was extremely sugar coated. they said there were millions of sex slaves but they didnt go into detail. this video is very eye opening and i feel terrible for those that suffer and rage for the ones that do this crime.

[@JosephFontenot74]

For Today is a great band, they stay true to their convictions and that is commendable. Having been deployed to S. Korea for a year and seeing how Human trafficking is a real and horrific thing it's great that they are bringing more awareness about this. Can't wait for the CD to be released.

[@no_reservations25]

This song has really motivated me to start a local community awareness program through my work. I work with the public and a large corporation and want to spread awareness of the signs to look for in a human trafficking operation. I guess a big red flag for human trafficking operations are illegitimate businesses like massage parlors or spa treatment places. Also, truck stops are probably a huge one...God bless you for writing this song and inspiring those who have listened to it.

[@albisdrummer]

Amazing band. Strong message. The truth set be free. Blessings from Argentina

[@sofialozano8810]

Praying for every victim going through this, the facts are truly heartbreaking. This could be your mom, your sister, your daughter, your friend. #Endit

[@TryppiDnB]

Anyone here mid 2020 as all this unfolds? We've been told for so long...

[@iimNotOkay915]

Heard this band at Warped Tour 2014 & fell in love with them! This Christian rock band is amazing ♡

[@kallistaklages6815]

same

[@somedoomermetalhead7377]

Christian metalcore to be exact.

[@wexkiller1]

My eyes are open now!

[@TheYishua]

God has glorified these guys with the power to scream out for what they believe in stand up for the hopeless, if that's not motivation I don't know what is but what I do know is that everyone has the power to realize that people are losing their faith second by second, we are the only ones who can stand up and breathe life into the hopeless, GOD WILL PREVAIL

[@budjiman1]

I don't understand how this song has any dislikes. even if you don't enjoy the song itself what about the message????

[@davidlanni1611]

Amen.

[@Bkeny1999]

Preach

[@MinatozCA]

you mean the message i cant hear but only see? motherfuckers scream harder than sex.

[@Bkeny1999]

I'm Fucking Choking On My Iced Tea Right Now Cause I Read This While Drinking It XD

[@Ianizlooking]

Probably in the sex trade....

[@9502937]

We need to spread this video now while the time is right with all the attention to Sound of Freedom. These guys were bringing attention this issue ten years ago. Awesome.

[@ScreechingMelody]

Wow...I remember hearing that this band was Christian and that their songs were really good, but I didn't understand it until now.Wow. I will see them this year at warped.

[@RobotUnicorn420]

Amen we are the voice for the voiceless and the hope for the hopeless! God calls us to be the hands and feet of Jesus, so we need to share His love and Gospel. We need to comfort these women (and men) who have been forced into one of the worst, if not the worst, forms of slavery. This song amped me up and this video moved my heart. Lord have mercy!

[@roseakitohavok]

Holy fuck, the feels... Amazing song, amazing message!

[@rockxhero]

Remember, a percentage of the album's sales went towards this campaign as well!

[@earonie]

Just watched a documentary about human trafficking in Great Britain and I just remembered this song again.. It's probably been 4 years since I listened to this the last time.. Seems like the band left an impact on me

[@breakthisshitdown011]

Where's Liam Neeson when you need him

[@2xbassnmoshpits]

Oh no! Hopefully he hasn't been....wait for it....wait for it....taken! Pun intended.

[@mrbenquirk]

This song needs 6 billion views.

[@edwardthomas7890]

this band is why I wanna go to Warped Tour so badly this year

[@BleghMaster94]

For today, you guys need to come back.

[@danielnunoavina]

this should have over 65,000,000 views, like wtf

[@bearded_gamer_88]

This song still rings true a decade later. I’m thankful for art like this and the new movie Sound of Freedom. It’s time to bring an end to this.

[@khristynfew154]

It's crazy a lot of times people don't think about all this happening but it does. It's hard cold reality, such a shame that this is happening, but I'm glad that this band has brought up the subject, it makes you think about it.

[@allex_with2ls]

That last breakdown is soooo sick

[@twotonesound367]

Not only is the music awesome, their message is too. Ive been wanting to see bands talk about issues like this more often. If they come to Vancouver Canada, they just sold me a ticket

[@Jennthelibra]

this video deserves more watches then freaken miley. just saying.

[@harleywilson1245]

Jenn absolutely!

[@hummingbird_saltalamakia]

No doubt about it. God bless

[@teddyroosevelt4060]

Best comment here

[@marktrapt2041]

Miley was just shit the whole time sweetheart.

[@josesalvadorvaladez2898]

Por alguna razón siento que esta canción se complementa muy bien por la película “Sound of Freedom”

[@EpicPuff]

The clean vovals is amazing omg!

[@CYBERKYKZ2010]

The backup vocalist's voice is just amazing! I love it!

[@michaelakahnert7911]

This song speaks volumes to me because my mom was forced into it and that's how I came along.

[@codycookmedia]

This song can also go well with relating to depression / suicide.

[@danielsaldanha1520]

I can say that myself... Because I live with it everyday...

[@GrounDweller]

this song is fucking certainly on my top 5 of the best songs of this genre. Lyrics, vocals, screaming, guitars' voices, drums everything is better than better. Love this band and song. Can't wait for the whole album. Also, what's more important is I'll purchase it with cash for the first time if you take that I've been listening to this genre for 5-6 years into consideration, this is really milestone.

[@jessaggy5553]

Powerful message! God bless you guys!!

[@wk2466]

Operation Underground Railroad (OUR) fights human trafficking specifically children. It's veteran and LE run. Years later finding out about OUR brought me back to this sing. God Bless.

[@HenriquePortoMarques]

God Bless this band, FreakJesus song Hallelujah !!

[@Dee-ix2gk]

Yeah man I agree they are awesome bro god bless😊😊😊!

[@WDWP18]

I haven't always been a fan of this band but I remember meeting Mattie Montgomery when he still had dreads in Long Island for a Life In Your Way Show and he was reading the bible and seriously searching for answers. Regardless if what people say or think about this band Mattie is sincere and doing what he thinks for himself and others is right. I applaud them for creating more and more consciousness about human trafficking as well as building more and more safer places for people to seek out God or community. Bands like this although at times not always my favorite music, really leave an impression that the gospel is still real today and that music even "christian" music can help in the cause for social change. I recommend Sleeping Giant as well you will be surely blessed.

[@adambrownbrownadam5851]

I love this band so much. You guys help me more than you know. These are trying times these days. Thanks for giving glory to God like I do he will give it back when the times have come. God bless this band. I'm a very huge fan. May these words resonate on your heart body mind voice and soul.

[@Turtleterr0r01]

Anyone else still have chills?

[@faderofficial4379]

Ignorance is the lack of empathy in this broken world we live in.

[@yup3448]

I searched all over for this song. That should show how important it is to me.

[@emilmuhammad1152]

Why are so many arguing about the messages in Christian music? Can you not hear and see what this song is about??? I'm sure we can all agree that THIS song has an important message that everyone needs to hear, especially those fools who think this doesn't happen in the states to people from the states; and maybe their next door neighbor. Anyway people need to realize that this was made to bring attention to a very real issue that has been infecting society for too long of a time instead of trying to stab each other through the face with comments. Have a great day, and God bless.

[@kyleguess2907]

Keep spreading the word. Ignorance of this is inexcusable. We must rise together to fight against this evil. America is not exempt from atrocities like this.

[@michaelspagnolia3400]

"Let freedom ring with a shotgun blast"

[@krish34]

Davidian! \m/

[@logrobs1]

I grew up with Ryan and Brandon and know past and present members of this band extremely well. I promise you even if you aren't religious these guys are some of the most decent people on this planet.

[@stevenbrooks8117]

this is a powerful song man, i was expecting to here another heavy ass for today song that i can bang my head to i wasnt expecting to get goose bumps and tears in my eyes because of the meaning behind it

[@ItsSauIGoodman]

such a beautiful song. wow guys, you have to be the best band on the planet.

[@gabriel_de_alencar]

I'm from Brazil, this song is too much for today

[@RG_Adapt]

This song is fierce when it comes to standing up against this terrible crime (Matty) but the singer comes in, it brings all of the emotions - it almost brings tears to your eyes

[@GeorgeI]

LOVE you bringing attention to one of the WORST injustices of our time - human trafficking and sexual slavery. GOD BLESS YALL.

[@lyndseyfell5972]

FIGHT THE SILENCE !

[@superdodoism]

thank you For Today for giving music that stands for something and thank you Mattie Montgomery for the lyrics and preaching that can help people believe in the christen way you helped me believe in life

[@MattDeezly]

Truly powerful stuff. Love the clean vocals, they add so much more

[@Richomedicen89]

Im from Juarez Chihuahua, and this things happens every second, we lost family members, we lost friends and our only hope, is God, I know He will do something...I believe in divine justice

[@christopherluna9677]

This gave me chills

[@adamcundiff2095]

this needs to be our generations battlecry!!!!!!!!!

[@SandandMetal]

2023 this song is still so relevant, and the problem is even worse now. We need God.

[@noodle1438]

this is why i love this band. they always have the greatest lyrics

[@real30yearoldboomerhours53]

Crazy how relevant this song is right now, with #wayfairgate going on and Ghislane Maxwell getting arrested. The Great Awakening is upon us. WWG1WGA

[@neotradnous]

WWG1WGA God wins

[@sparda_]

Don't even compare human trafficking to people destroying their own beautiful cities. *DISGUSTING.*

[@BoxxyV]

Ahw yes ♥ musicvideo with an actual meaning, this is why I love you guys

[@Animefandom189]

Christians (True Christians) do NOT hate homosexuals. We love them just as the person they are we are commanded to do. We do NOT however support their union before God. We should not love them less or treat them differently and I have even learned a bit about myself from interacting with them. They are just people guys. Whatever choice they make is between them and God

[@baciliahernandez6167]

Thank you! I have been trying to figure out how to explain this for a while, but couldn't find the words!:)

[@Afreddyman]

Intense video. This is a message that needs to be heard

[@BendtheMusic]

It truly disgusts me that most of these comments are about hating on members of the band because they are supposedly homophobic. Did the horrifying statistics not faze anyone?! This video is about sex trafficking awareness, not about being against gay people. How can you watch this video without being disgusted and moved by the terrible things that happened to those young girls? Maybe the root of the problem is that nobody cares enough to think about it, much less to do anything to stop it.

[@Bellerophon003]

For Today + Warped Tour Mesa Az = Eye Opening, Life Changing.

[@killerburrito2950]

Amazing and powerful message! It's so sad what they have to go through!

[@ΓιώργοςΝίκου-δ6β]

I love this band, I hope they come to Greece!!!!!!!!!!

[@Isaacwashereandthere]

They split up I think

[@peterhub1]

This song reminded me how important human trafficking is to me. My roomate planted a seed of doubt in me about the severity of the situation. But forget him, all he does is seed doubt, let us fight in unity on this! Fight the silence!

[@arthurfrank3807]

Cadê os BR? ☠️🤘🏻

[@Autisticgamergirl-d6i]

Pray to rescue these girls 🙏

[@HarryBillyBobGeorge]

I usually don't listen to this kind of... thing... But at least someone's trying to make a difference. They're doing a hell of a lot more than most celebrities.

[@joabefreak]

One of the most relevant bands I've heard.2020

[@AceLewii]

You don't get this in Hip Hop💯 Metal fucking Rules

[@renatobronzattidemoura3224]

Por isso q For today está crescendo cada vez mais, eles falam o que Deus manda eles falar, sem fica se fazendo de cristã!!! For Today TourBrazil!!!

[@Trevyno101]

I've never heard of this band until about 20 minutes ago. This band is one of the best in this genre in my opinion. Not just because the sound is good, but because it truly speaks of what is wrong and corrupt in the world today.

[@alexdabroso2896]

Really made me think, powerful song :D Keep it up guys :)

[@Juanheco16]

Come baaaackkkk!!!

[@valhallabound1406]

It's been years since I first heard this song, and I still come back to watch. We can't let this go

[@JoshConder]

Who wants to do that sign spreading with me?

[@acknowledged3121]

fuck I'm down

[@dangerouskills1060]

+Ian Morris go*

[@samantharonlev3990]

Fkyes

[@adamcundiff2095]

I'm in

[@blakestevenson2535]

josh conder am I too late to join?

[@Inhalin1514]

I love and respect For Today..they tell the truth and they are a light in the darkness

[@DJCliftOfficial]

I've heard this song on RadioU a lot before, but I never realized what this song was about. This is one of their best videos!

[@goldeneagle241]

very cool. awesome video and great message!

[@TheSerg2319]

We need For Today more than ever 😢

[@edsonmonteirosilvajuniur8560]

Eye to eye, face to face Still we don't see them, we look away Still they cry, but no one is listening When will we open our eyes? Open our eyes This song we sing to silence the suffering When will we hear their cries? This song we sing to silence the suffering When will we open our eyes? So let the world listen closely As I scream to see the freedom, they deserve Let the world listen closely I say it's time to cross the line Preying on poverty They keep us uninformed and distracted If they can't fight for themselves We'll fight for them It's time to fight the silence Broken, abused, and exploited For the sick satisfaction of selfish men Only a coward would try to ignore it But we can raise our voice And bring this to an end Fight, fight, fight the silence Set the captives free Fight, fight, fight the silence They're a slave to a system of apathy Bought and sold, their right of life has been taken away Bought and sold, bring an end to slavery Open our eyes This song we sing to silence the suffering When will we hear their cries? This song we sing to silence the suffering When will we open our eyes? Their fate is in our hands Will they be left there to suffer? Will somebody take a stand? Against a system that's been designed To deny its victims their right to life Let's set the captives free When all is said and done We'll see justice come It's time to fight the silence The voice of the voiceless Fight the silence We are the hope for the hopeless Fight the silence Fight, fight, fight the silence It's time to fight

[@br0kenp1xels]

Just found this band today, and I'm already loving it! This song is really awesome with a conviction-filled message.

[@screamingpopcorn679]

I love this song but this video makes me sad ;-;