Oh, Sleeper - "In The Wake Of Pigs"

[@lunarm0thh]

I love the emotion in his screams

[@gorrox23]

+Angela Bartini Micah is love, Micah is life

[@mac7Attack1]

+Angela Bartini honestly

[@lunarm0thh]

+gorrox23 true dat

[@bradleyhauf5458]

Micah is definitely one of a kind and a first for his type... can't really touch his screams on the christian heavy metal scene that's for sure...

[@griffenatekevinbacon]

Still blasting this song 10 years later

[@chibi00tifa]

in the first chorus my heart and soul felt a shock like an awakening. When he screams, "Don't go!" my eyes started watering. When he said "Where is Your voice coming from?" and "Show me a sign I can trust." I started crying..... finally hearing words that I can relate to and understand is so powerful. We are all searching for something and there is God who loves us and wants us to know He is there. Thank you Oh, Sleeper for listening to Him...

[@jasonthomas16]

I had the same moment. During the first chorus my whole body vibrated with goosebumps and I teared up. 🙏

[@glitched100]

This band is so underrated.

[@jimmyneutron4070]

fuck man this album is underrated. So much anger and emotion

[@michaelcanada6583]

True af

[@jbasti227]

Criminally. They are amazing

[@joshuanichols1187]

Agreed

[@lparkwayl525]

They have and probably always will get pushed back due to people not giving them a chance because of the Christian band stigma but if people would just look passed that they would see how insanely amazing the band is as a whole

[@daviddesouza6154]

This song has so much emotion and power behind its screams. Literally chills down my spine

[@cursivecurses]

They played this last night at the Haste the Day show. MY YEAR WAS MADE.

[@gabbyg1131]

I'll be honest this song helped me threw my recovery over 4 years ago now. I was on meth for 6 years and this song still lifts my.spirit so much!

[@jasonthomas16]

Prays Jesus Christ. Hope your still doing better

[@MrBreakcake]

Lyrics are so deep, cant stop crying :') always a pleasure to listen to Oh, Sleeper.

[@NickVocal]

"If you can hear this song, your battle has been won" so awesome.

[@Survivaltrex]

Amazing song!! Makes me want to bring others to Christ so we can all return home.

[@lovegreenculture2851]

Ive been playing guitar for 5 years & I've never had the balls to sing... Until I heard these guys & now I just belt it out. Funny that we learn & help each other without trying sometimes. Thanks Oh Sleeper, you guys sound awesome, definitely inspired!

[@Gaelheretic4]

This is the song that had my Christian life screaming back into me. Thank the lord for these guys.

[@beardsloan]

My brother.

[@bobbyewing311]

WELCOME HOME BROTHER. WE ARE ALL THE MEN OF GOD WHO NEED TO SUPPORT ONE ANOTHER! DO NOT BE BLIND, FIND A CHURCH, JOIN A BIBLE STUDY GROUP, READ THE BIBLE, STUDY IT!!!!!!!! Ephessions 6:10-18 is my daily prayer. WE NEED THE ARMOR OF GOD TO LIVE IN THIS EVIL WORLD!

[@physikus7888]

This song is sick and the band is very good, but this is not because of christian lyrics. Don't be stupid, don't believe in a flying bearded man in the sky, believe in good music and christian values instead.

[@VTM9126]

@@physikus7888 who ever said God was a flying bearded man? Sounds like you listen to the group that claims that God is a flying spaghetti monster as well.

[@nightcoresoiboi1193]

@@VTM9126 no one really knows...

[@jaimerivera7872]

"In the Wake of Pigs" by Oh, Sleeper explores the struggle of finding genuine leadership and faith in a world consumed by greed and false intentions. The lyrics depict a sense of desperation for guidance and a yearning for something more meaningful. In the first verse, the song criticizes leaders who preach causes for personal profit rather than genuine beliefs. The line "Who sow without growing believers" suggests that these leaders manipulate and judge others without realizing that their own actions and influence shape people's faith. The narrator expresses a desire to find authenticity, a "voice that's pure," to lead them on their path. The chorus emphasizes the message of hope and unity. It highlights the idea that even in the darkest times, there are others going through similar struggles and they can support each other. They become the "lighthouse shining a lamp from the shore," guiding each other home. The second verse intensifies the plea for guidance and the fear of losing one's way. The narrator recognizes the need for a voice that keeps urging them forward, pushing them to climb and strive for more. The lyrics portray a desperate search for something to believe in, a beacon or sign to merit continuing the journey. The chorus is repeated, emphasizing the message of unity and encouragement. It reminds the listener that they are not alone and that they can find solace in the collective strength of those who have gone through similar battles. The battle has been won, suggesting that the struggle is not in vain. The outro evokes the image of spreading one's wings and embracing change. It refers to the call of the "future flock," symbolizing the hope for a better, more authentic existence. The narrator confidently asserts that the listener is "coming home," implying a sense of finding their place and purpose. Overall, "In the Wake of Pigs" conveys a search for genuine leadership, faith, and identity in a world filled with deceit. The song encourages unity, resilience, and the pursuit of a more meaningful existence.

[@Aoekin]

still one of my favorite bands ever, lyrics, riffs, breakdowns and drums all on point

[@The_Loving_Onion]

This song made me cry! And that's not an easy feat. I am in love with this band. It gives me hope,comfort, and understanding where it hadn't existed before. Never give up. \m/

[@dunskiedmusic4396]

took me almost 10 years, but i just now understand this song

[@carlcarl167]

I can't really describe how strong this song hits me. How much it means to me, and how it saved me. The songs, through the emotion conveyed be it through the vocals or the guitars..it gets my blood rushing, it stands my hair on end. But most of all, it feels like there is a hand on my shoulder. This album gave me hope at a very bleak time. It gave me comfort at my weakest.

[@adufresne1]

Yep as Antestor has said, the music is just a form of art that is used as a medium to portray the message of the artist's faith.

[@NoemiFoffiSzucs]

"I changed from certain to searching but nothing has answered deserving faith..." This line is my favourite. GENIUS

[@BANGOUTL8R]

the first 51 seconds of this song are so perfect

[@dinozsayRAWR]

This song... is beautiful. We all get to this point sometimes where we want a tangible sign or a person to show us where we are supposed to go next in life because we just feel so lost and like we're drowning in the questions we have marked with the answer as "unknown." Humans are full of fault, we cannot base our trust on the works of another man or woman, we must listen for the voice of God and find His "beacon of light." Others may look to you for leadership, but lead them to follow the Lord.

[@courtneydavis9904]

This song saved my life. Still today. Gives me hope and strive to keep pushing forward.....

[@johnathanford7410]

So glad to hear that! God is the source of "the love that can pierce through the callous", and he is your beacon to merit pressing on, and the lighthouse that shines the lamp from the shore. Jesus loves you more than anything!!

[@nanoub19]

Quite possibly the most inspiring lyrics I've seen in a hot while. So encouraging that KZbin comment battles become trivial.

[@guitarhero070212]

I can see why you would easily get agitated because of all the preaching that does take place on christian metal bands pages on youtube. But coming from a christian metal band myself I have to say. it is encouraging to see that a christian metal bands music influences someone to do better in their faith. that is all he was saying. I hope you have a blessed day. God loves you. whether you believe that or not. :)

[@Crylhound]

Do you remember the days when they said its the music of satan? Guess they're not listening to any lyrcis at all... Screaming doesn't mean you're a satanic freak biting off chicken heads. I love this song!

[@sikkco]

They still say that, don't listen to 'em. They're all just ignorant.

[@Crylhound]

Yeah but it's not as bad anymore,

[@xenix146]

Crylhound XD I find it most times funny because they say that no matter how and bible based the lyrics are if they scream its a demonic thing.

[@Svineinfluensa777]

And if you should ask them what they listen to 7 times out of 10 its some recycled piece of shit top 100 grammy winning sorry ecxuse for "music" they picked up from the local radio.

[@Crylhound]

Just call it "pop", its way shorter (=

[@AlanGCarvajal]

this song actually made me cry I've reached a point where I can only see "pastors" or "leaders" demanding money instead of looking after the peoples needs and hunger for god. I actually thought that I was the only one seeing it this way and I was really going nuts thinking that I was the one who was wrong. After this song it made me realize that I'm not the only one searching for real faith, for a real meaning of god and life

[@Oh_its_Mike]

this song i feel represents the internal battle, a struggle, inside someone who sees the world and how it becomes and where the hell he/she fits in. The second time i heard this song i realized that the singing parts are supposed to convey someone of pure body and astounding intellect encouraging someone, the screamer, to continue on in the wake of pigs (people that are easily influenced) and answer the call that has been presented to him/her; to be the hero they have denied

[@MrAleksandarjukic]

If you can hear this song, the battle has been won. ^^) So much strength and hope this song gives me. You're awesome.

[@alexlcam]

this song has inspired me as no other song. others may not feel anything as they listen and read the lyrics, and i get them, but to me, this is really powerful.

[@StrangeNipples]

same here, such a breath of fresh air. I even like the lyrics, they're very well arranged

[@scoobydoobydooooooo1]

Just....wow....wtf has just blessed my ears....Oh Sleeper the world is not fkn worthy of such words!!!

[@TheKenny222]

seeing them in february.. so stoked. every song has meaning.

[@gabrielmesones1123]

Beautiful song

[@astonifyed]

Woa man. 30 seconds in and I've got goosebumps.

[@chrismokelky]

wow ive been listening to these guys for awhile and its good to see they have a bigger fanbase and their music is being appreciated

[@VictorAxell]

Yes I found Oh Sleeper today and this i probobly the best band I´ve heard in my whole life! You will go far! Best lyrics allso!

[@KPballer999]

i love this song! def my fav on the album! and i love the message of the lyrics...its similar to the problem me and my friends are having with my church...this song says it all!

[@thefight4god]

they played this song a Creation Festival a few days ago!!! we were jumping and screaming along and we all raised our hands to them when it got to "You are not alone in the eye of the darkest storm"

[@thecarwreckhunter]

always thought he said "there's gotta be more, there's gotta be pigs I've joined them and clawed at the ground for my feed"

[@LinkZeldaCraft]

Amazing! Means a lot to me as a Christian metalhead and rocker.

[@Camgotay]

Honestly even after years of listening this never gets old. Easily in my top 10 songs of all time.

[@adufresne1]

I know that feeling, finally gave them an honest listen a few days ago and they're all I have listened to since then haha

[@travis8106]

Still a bop

[@ryanluttrell8038]

I'm not a Christian. I am actually an atheist. However, Oh, Sleeper is one of my favorite bands off all time. It saddens me that no one really likes to point out the fact that they write such amazing lyrics.

[@VanderSalad]

Out of any band out of any genre of music i've ever heard, Oh, Sleeper has the most amazing lyrics by far.

[@kevinjohnson6522]

I think i just found my new favorite band. This isnt just speaking to my heart its is speaking to my soul. I feel like its about me.

[@ashleymott152]

I'm in love with this song I listen to it all the time I'm friend showed it to me when I was having a terrible day and I'm so happy he showed it to me this song helps me so much on days I just wanna give up

[@oHoriizon]

This song is amazing! I love it so much

[@claytonpanipinto]

Favorite song.

[@GODsPeacemaker777]

Soooooooo good. 😅 ❤❤❤ sooo underrated band!! Super cerebral

[@zckharvey92]

Micah Kinard is SUCH an amazing lyricist/vocalist! Definitely one of the best...

[@boricuapapi1015]

One of my favorite bands next to For Today I love the message their songs carry

[@Deathmeister666]

This band may be religious. But this song speaks to me, not in a religious way at all. But that everything will be okay in the end, it's all about your personal interpretation. I am not religious myself, but I can still appreciate this song.

[@kenzieelaine7591]

the world needs more people like you

[@danielregaldo1365]

Herr Meister you don't need to be religious to believe in God.

[@atzilut540]

That's 100% true. My goal is to have a relationship with God, not to be religious. I don't want this to turn into a "religion feud" so that's all i'm saying about that.

[@TheDrogich]

Good thing with whole this album and story behind it, that u can relate to it whether u are christian or not. I am not religious at all, and dont believe in gods, devils, angels or any made up beings, but as a moral human being I think lyrics in this whole album are absolutely amazing.

[@MrMJE13]

"the artist put together a message to say something specific, but I'm just going to ignore the important bits and just pay attention to certain ones cause the purpose of the song is definitely to just glean whatever you want from it."

[@isaiahwilson3424]

This song is so encouraging!

[@Grizzzl3y]

Sooooo many good songs!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@blueisournew2sun]

these guys are all kinds of inspirational! i love the music they put out there and i love that they stick behind their cause! keep up the great work guys

[@Nes_2k]

Where is your voice coming from?!?! Show me a sign I can trust!! Love it.

[@NiegelDK]

The chorus brings chills down my spine.

[@AdrenochromeDream]

Insanely good song and album. Brilliant.

[@TigoooBitties]

just found this band today, they are so awesome ♥

[@DavM310]

This song shakes me to my core every time I hear it

[@anairaqiyahbibi]

This song describes today's Christianity perfectly. Who do we trust? DO they even Preach Jesus name to save souls or to fatten their pockets? You may fool man, but God sees all. I'll stick to the voice of God in the Word, and the voice that rests within my heart. These tattooed young men that so- called sing this"satanic" music have saved more young souls than these wolves in sheep clothing ever will. Have faith brothers and sisters, we have Jesus and each other. The only thing that the powers of this world have is a coffin that is waiting to seal their fate when the time is right.

[@dutchdoggo]

so many of these people claiming their way is the truth. But what is the truth?

[@MultiPerplexity]

well put brother. my god doesn't value earthly possessions and everything of value comes from within

[@gideoncastillo4388]

@@dutchdoggo for some it's not they're own way but what the bible says unto man and what jesus phrophisized to his disciples. For other people, you can make a false God in your head off of a lot of the stuff they say.

[@TheGuitarifier]

Favorite song on the entire album. Good shit right here.

[@mynme1]

Anyone ever found an acoustic version cover of this or old vices like vipers? Please oh sleeper , it is time for an acoustic CD of so many.....

[@andrewdockrill]

thats the best way ive ever heard a person speak on christianity, well done sir !

[@maxwelld23]

So uplifting . The true power of Christ shines in there hearts .

[@randymonteith3957]

Praise god praise him .god gave this minstery to bring lost souls I this new stily

[@charlie-gk3ee]

i love this band idk why, but i enjoy every single song OH God thanks for the gift of music, and not only this kind of music, the diversity on music around the world is one of the things that make humans unique to the eyes of our God imo :).

[@jacobdcurrie]

the lyrics to this song are so good

[@DerPilotMann]

Song gives me goosebumps every time...

[@Davarela10]

Amazing lyrics, awesome music, this guys are the best band of christhian metalcore ever!

[@McHistoricalinacuraC]

Why does this band always have the best lyrics :)

[@sinkings0uls]

I will be seeing these guys this Saturday at Rocktoberfest in Richmond Hill! \m/

[@CornChowderExplosion]

every time the drums pick up in the verses I can't help but get energized.

[@thefight4god]

it has a 2 fold meaning in the storyline it's the children of Fire telling the daughter (a character in the album) that shes not alone, it's also her thinking in her mind about how "I changed from certain to searching" how she saw God destroy the devil and now everything she believed has crumbled. now she's beginning her faith while the ones without a relationship with Christ lose their faith. the other meaning is to the listeners telling them that no matter what they're not alone with God

[@TheAoaf]

Love this song! My opinion, best song in COF!!!

[@teenprepper96]

I'm not Christian but this is by far one of the best bands I have heard in a long time.

[@thesoundbite2009]

the lyrics in this song just gave me chills

[@wasian16]

Gives me shivers.

[@bullsquid42]

Man, I love this band.

[@Blacknight342]

@tamakit123 yes they are. This song is just one part of a story the entire album tells. If you are interested, listen to the songs in order with lyrics. then there are interviews with band members about the album if you still need some enlightening on what's happening. It is a really awesome album, the band truly put their hearts into it.

[@eddiemet12]

I love this song

[@thenightshroud77]

i almost started crying during this song YOUR NOT ALONE!!!!

[@KraKerjacK5634]

I must say I am not religious, but Oh, Sleeper is such a talented band and they make music for a purpose, I totally respect that. This song is too epic...

[@WOLB96]

"You are not alone in the eye of the storm" AMEN. so true, because this world only wants to bring us down, but with GOD, it aint possible.

[@Kim2Sung]

Though you're an atheist now, believing in God isnt some damn trend someone can just follow nonchalantly and that's something I absolutely agree with you. It's not some insurance policy you can fall back on based on what happens in the end or not. You know, it surprises me how a christian turned atheist fully acknowledges the reality of what being a christian really means. God Bless brotha, I sincerely hope that you think a little bit more about this majestic monotheism. Jesus loves you man.

[@salty_grave]

Absolutely amazing. The best on the album!

[@Waffnub]

Guys these lyrics are amazing!!!

[@SHMOWZOW7]

That intro is the nastiest shit I've ever heard. \m/

[@gorrox23]

+SHMOWZOW7 So nasty you had to repent

[@KrE3Ed]

Best lyrically song by far.

[@nomadolli7539]

Favorite song

[@truth654567]

Amazing song!!!!

[@jbouey321]

Best song on the album. This song calls me out to be a better Believer. I'm sorry to everyone out there who has been judged or beaten down by "Christians". We should be lighthouses for all. "We are what's left of the love that can pierce through the callous..."

[@ThePestilentDefiler]

@RosaaFTW Congratulations!! You have won the opportunity to listen to Oh, Sleeper when ever you want!

[@GuitardedDude88]

favorite song by them !

[@dschneiderkj52]

March 10th! In Houston T.X. BABY!

[@BrownyCakes1]

How did you all possibly choose a favorite song?! Is this the only song you listened to? lol seriously I'm getting chills from every single one.

[@globalchaos1984]

Some of the people I respect the most in my life have been Christian I wish I could believe, still love this band tho

[@motocrossking84able]

I love this band!

[@JC_Ram]

Most impressive band I've heard in years. Best lyrics around.