Oh, Sleeper - "The Family Ruin"

[@ryanfay2059]

8 years later, still amazing. Hush Yael is also still one of my favorites.

[@PastorCAWard]

Have you read the backstory on that song? Look up the murder of The Haran Family on April 22, 1979. It's heartbreaking!

[@iTz_ParZ]

@@PastorCAWard Just to add to this years later as I literally just read an article on it, the man who did it was bombed 4 years from the release of ‘Hush Yael’. Cosmic Justice?

[@jakobfel2]

"It's ironic that you're contemplating murder while I'm educating you in mercy!" is one of the most well-written lines I've EVER heard in poetry. This whole album's concept is downright brilliant, masterfully-written storytelling with such a solid artistic flair. But hey, that's just Oh Sleeper in a nutshell. This album has the best overall execution of the album concept but all of their stuff is so well-written.

[@Sykokinetic]

That’s my favorite lyric in any song I’ve ever heard. Absolutely incredible.

[@jesuslovesthebroken]

12 years after listening to the album and now that line hits home.

[@TylerKidd]

Mad respect for incredible musicians like these guys, they may have not become stupid rich and famous, but they cared enough about their music to work on it and share it with us. Thank you guys..!

[@qwertyasdfg1261]

Dude I just found these guys today. I cant believe what I was missing out on!

[@jowieseph]

Facts

[@jordanmitchell1652]

This song is so amazing, not everyone we are supposed to trust is who they say they are, and we can be fooled. Even though we commit sins or refuse him, God shows us mercy. He keeps fighting for us, even when we refuse to to listen. That is what I got from it at least.

[@jacqueminot7224]

Great song but I do disagree with the message that God is somehow providing any shred of proof or any means to believe. She had every right to kill him because, in her eyes, she knew it was wrong but was given no choice, by him or the God that is now dead and gone. Had to be done.

[@Savert98]

This album is the 1st thing that I go to when I need a reminder that we all have doubts in our beliefs. It is what helped me find God, and I comeback to it for that reason.

[@ChristianMetal55]

I get goose bumps every time I listen to this song!

[@wozing]

What's even more mind-blowing, if you notice, he references the other songs. I'm just amazed by the story and the connections. It's brilliant.

[@thedumbestdoge881]

My goodness the lyrics to this song are powerful….

[@Dwights_trash_can]

I have listened to this song on replay for like an hour lol so great

[@johngunn453]

So have I

[@kahngu]

I'm a music fanatic and I have no idea how I have not experienced these guys before. Truly one of the most amazing bands out there right now.

[@micah3870]

After looking into the concept of this album and studying it, this song always brings a tear to my eye. It's so emotional and truly shows God's love in a brilliant way. Absolutely incredible. Can't wait for their new album at the end of the year

[@badazz07sti]

I feel the same way

[@Hogsterlol]

This whole album is a story, just so all of you know; I've seen a lot of confused comments. The entire album is a story of a father and his shallow faith and his atheist daughter who know learned that there is a "god" and wants to learn more about it. Do not take what the song says out of context or you might get the wrong message from the song

[@blubblub61162]

That is 100% not what this song is about

[@jesuslovesthebroken]

I love how every song in this album ties into one another just like son of the morning!! its awesome, Oh, Sleeper are such lyrical geniuses

[@rdxj]

Love this song. It's my ringtone. That piano is haunting. Oh, Sleep will always be one of my favorite metalcore bands. Found a mistake though. 1:11, "cited" not "sited".

[@legomanandguywhodiesallthe6828]

No real purpose to stating those last 2 lines

[@xternalz]

Lego man and Guy who dies all the time thanks for the insight 🗿

[@NaomiBarth]

This entire album gave me chills. It's been a long time since I've heard lyrics this strong. Basically every song is full of fire and passion. DAMN.

[@Stephen-zw7km]

man, this song is so epic, can't stop listening to it.

[@theSLATERchannel]

"as he sleeps and dreams she brings the knife to light" .. "the steel marries his skin" chills every time

[@lovegreenculture2851]

The lyrics are great, I love these guys on this song & a few others.

[@ErikJason_]

This is truly beautiful, how meaningful the song can be and the song structure fit to each other perfectly. It captures what this song is about, especially the keyboard parts.

[@dallasdrotts212]

Four years later and still awesome.

[@darknessveil97]

the lyrics in this are so powerfull in some parts of their songs it feels like he's talking to me about past situations and stuff im going through now and makes me feel better and know how to deal with crap. thanks oh,sleeper :) you have no idea how much you've helped me through life

[@justustru4982]

Amen

[@jeremypowell4674]

I am by no means a christian. I don't have any faith in any bible written by man and I have no mind for gods that men speak of. even though I feel this way I can honestly say that this song " the family ruin " is one of my most favorite songs. the lyrics are powerful and so brilliantly sang. I love this band and even though I don't and never will share the same faith as them there songs touch me deeply

[@chriswilson6336]

You know this song is based on a true story right?

[@Jgoert]

+chris wilson aren't you thinking of Hush Yael?

[@chriswilson6336]

Justin Gmiller Probably, but I was told this song specifically was... I should probably check up on that.

[@jeremypowell4674]

The family ruin is part if the album's concept story. It takes place after the rapture. Justin is correct Yael is based on a sad but true event and I believe that dealers of fame is also based on true events

[@peterchains]

+Jeremy Powell I couldn't agree more. Well said.

[@FatalDawn1]

This playlist is so unreal.

[@ericpegram9737]

LOVE this song. The opening keyboards reminded me of Falling Up's "Lights of Reedsport". Only this one is more haunting and tears into your soul with the lyrics.

[@rikarson2098]

"The steel marries his skin"

[@RainbowCanyons]

The lyrics are so raw and beautiful. We deny what we want yet embrace what we know is wrong.

[@worthfightingfor68]

2:26 is EPIC! The way they mesh the singing and screaming is phenominal! It intensifies the song even more.

[@Musicforthemindless]

this song made my blood run cold....

[@johngunn453]

What an incredible song

[@TheKenny222]

this band is on the rise to the top. and will remain there for all of eternity.

[@williamcoup4238]

I can't stop listening to this song!

[@emerychandler]

I have this on repeat, its a few minuets before school and this is the 8th time I have listened this morning. It is absolutely amazing they sing about the justice god has and its spectacular.

[@MzLecter]

I absolutely love this song. Ugh.

[@janicelim1926]

I never like metalcore but this is WOW! And happened in this time when I’m struggling with my life. Feel like stabbing someone into the heart but this song... I wasn’t created to punish. I was created to love and forgive. 😔

[@Vailtheking]

As the angel of earth, help me stay grounded in God's wisdom so I can stand on a solid spiritual foundation as I learn and grow every day. Encourage me to keep an open mind and heart as I progress toward becoming the Person

[@xpassengerx]

The Song is sooo awesome!

[@PillarOfChrist]

this song shows what a great band they are, they having stirring clean vocals, brutal screams and powerful lyrics with a deep deep meaning

[@RGFloyd]

awesome song

[@TheBros2theend]

God bless heal and save you

[@khaeli_]

This song is beautiful.

[@xhorrorx6889]

His voice when he sings tho 😍❤

[@davidbeck8264]

Crystalee Beltre it's two different people. One sings, one screams.

[@xhorrorx6889]

Oh I didn't know but im really in love with the one who sings 😍 sorry I just started listening to them

[@Aetyruzen]

I love how he says, "It's not worth it, you didn't have to fall, it's your fault. But I won't let you slip away" (Skipped a few lines, I know), but it just re-enforces the thought that although we don't always listen to God, he is STILL merciful. Even though we sin, he won't let us slip away.

[@TrephineArtist]

Great song, powerful music & so catchy too!

[@jalexmora5]

ive been listening to this band for like 2 hours. our first date

[@DwellingForTheDemons]

One of my favorite songs by them c:

[@waynevolkov6114]

Me too

[@alyssadigno]

omg i loveee this song.

[@ViXencra]

Thank you! I just now discovered this album in its entirety. I listened to one or two songs out of context and they seemed odd. I appreciate it very much. Thank you for the reply. God Bless! -Bethany

[@metalf4n]

hands down best song off the album. gives me goosebumps is soo good

[@JakeHudsonDrums]

Oh, Sleeper put mad thought and time into this album. It leaves the listener to think about the lyrics and (of course) to enjoy the music :)

[@Gaelheretic4]

Wow, I've always known about Oh, Sleeper but this is amazing. This album if you can think about it's meaning is very powerful, I'm a big fan of them now.

[@brachtstar]

Word.

[@WOLB96]

Wow! thats all i have to say! Great song with an even better message!

[@Jamesedwardkoch]

The vocals to this piece smacked my sideways with a wooden bat, then when i read the meaning of lyrics this piece smacked again. The emotion and the call in the song is amazing. It's so hard to imagine showing mercy to a monster, but we given a greater mercy than we will know in this life. This piece is an absolute masterpiece of musical skill as well poetic significance. Wow!

[@Jamesedwardkoch]

I got goosebumps like 3 times when I read the Lyrics while listening.

[@TheMagicalArden]

@@Jamesedwardkoch Check out some Silent Planet next.

[@Jamesedwardkoch]

@@TheMagicalArden going there right now 👍🏻

[@Jamesedwardkoch]

@@TheMagicalArden awesome, thanks for the recommendation, gonna go through all thier stuff now 🍻

[@agentminecraft209]

I love them

[@jonahjonah1]

It's been a while since I've heard God's voice so strongly through a metal band. God bless you

[@MrEgofreak]

Shame that shortly after this album, they said they no longer identify as a Christian band, though some of the members remain devout Christians.

[@jaden_bricker]

@@MrEgofreak like Micah

[@MrEgofreak]

@@jaden_bricker Yes, like Micah.

[@tyfleming92]

Thank you so much for having a sense of humor along with sound reason.

[@OutcastedFallenAngel]

I love this song..

[@TheDadmau5]

Goosebumps from the first piano note

[@claudiabailey7876]

that was amazing.. mind blown

[@Ltkylez]

Love this song!

[@angelofwar9223]

Solid

[@kittyandbunnyPATD]

Honestly I've heard of this band a while ago and I regret not checking them out so much because their music instantly gave me chills and I'm definitely a fan.

[@PetrowiskRock]

So good

[@Kungfuhustla]

First song I heard from this band...... epic. nuff said

[@Aetyruzen]

For sure man, great line indeed...

[@rusheena]

My favorite song on the album!

[@silenttbobb217]

@MrDeathmetalcannibal im proud to know that there are people like you out there

[@tagerung90]

powerful message. They sound amazing and are incredibly insightfull and emotionally linked.. how much better can it get?

[@Rantsnrambles808]

Is it really what I think? The father killed her rapist and now she resents him?

[@8jcm4]

Awesomeness

[@StopTheClip]

they said 2 songs in this one song. Means to Believe. Claw of a God =D

[@joeyhodgeman]

exactly!!

[@davidbeck8264]

Soooo tough!

[@Vic0triaRAWR]

The beginning kind of creeps me out, but it ends up being my favorite song of Oh, Sleeper. Incredible.

[@thefinisher777]

This is my favorite song on the album, but every song is GREAT!

[@MariaMechanicalX]

wow. this is perfect, its so beautiful. i need to get this album!

[@terry262655]

I love how oh sleeper have such strong messages

[@earthalien77]

WOW.

[@D17FaTaLiTy]

that song is intense if you really listen and understand whats going on. oh,sleeper you are amazing, simply amazing

[@47Vampyr]

great band - like everey Band from Solidstate

[@AleinDudeSpartan]

screamo is the general term used for the new subgenre of rock that includes screams. it can also be used to describe cover songs, as that is the main focus of the remake. most importantly it is an original subgenre that is fused with hardcore punk.

[@beelm]

I get chills every time this song plays. "IT'S IRONIC THAT YOUR CONTEMPLATING MURDER WHILE I'M EDUCATING YOU IN MERCY!"

[@v1d3n]

Totally love this song!!! I btw. "cause you're about to choose what you called so ironic" also refers to "the means to believe" referring to her father "standing for his god but becoming something so far off"

[@RedEyeHunts]

So epic!! Amazing lyrics!!!!

[@firepup15]

This is my favorite song by Oh, sleeper

[@BTBdrummerBTB]

genius into!

[@ImUnallied]

Absolutely beautiful:)

[@NeonGreenCarl]

This is amazing.

[@TokioHotelFAN1x]

Makes me really think when I listen to this..

[@aagovino]

WOW, so powerful! I got chills

[@jd4321ful]

Best song by Oh, Sleeper

[@ChristianMetal55]

What an album!

[@emilyshephard2087]

Damn I forgot about this omg

[@vectoralphaSec]

Here to remind you agian.

[@oOShawneeOo]

yay.. finally the right lyrics.. =] this song is amazing..

[@jonKowalski3210]

Holy crap, this song is beast and the lyrics give me chills ¤-¤

[@emerychandler]

So deep, amazing -the justice of God.

[@danteCM1]

this band needs much more attention

[@imissedthepartwherethatsmy7463]

Don't change who you are cause who you are is how I made you to discover me...

[@drownmaster92]

one of the best christian hardcore bands i ever listen to

[@FFcelcius]

He didn't lose faith because his daughter was raped. He lost faith because in the song "Endseekers" after the battle with the devil he saw God leave everyone behind. He couldn't cope with the abandonment and lost his faith, Since God was no longer around he decided to "take the robe of a judge" and pass judgement just as God did.