[Persona 3] Memories of You (English Cover by Sapphire)

Remember that cover of Memories of You I said I was gonna do last year? Here you go!
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■ STREAM/BUY Memories of You (Kimi no Kioku): lnk.to/sUQQiW3y
Original Artist(s): Shoji Meguro & Yumi Kawamura
Original Lyrics: Shigeo Komori
English Lyrics by: Merr ( / mechamerr , Sapphire, & Y. Chang ( / ychangvaa )
Instrumental by: SHADOWFOX2 ( / shadowfox02 ) and Zach Striefel
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VERSE 1:
When the wind rings high
and the light hits your eyes
Time for one last ride off to dreamland
Don't you worry, I'll be here
To remember you, dear
Your laugh, your smile
All your happiness, and your tears
And it's hard some days
(But I'll be okay)
'Cause even when it's tough
You give me just enough
So I can keep on goin'
When I close my eyes
(And I dream at night)
I feel you in my arms
Safe and sound
Here with me
Everything we found
Makes me sing
CHORUS 1:
Night after night you paved the way,
Put up the fight to save the day
Now you’re a hero
You brought the light that made today
Perfect and bright, so dream away
Now you’re an angel
Sleeping in peace
Baby, you’ll be
Surrounded by my love through all eternity
Lay down your head and close your eyes
Right off to bed to sleep tonight, I will be watchin’
Thinking of you, the times we had
All of the good and all the bad
Never forgotten
Seal it with a kiss
Promise you this
I’ll love you till the end of time, forever
VERSE 2:
When I'm out downtown
I can still hear the sound
Of a voice that sounds so familiar
Lift my head and turn around
You're nowhere to be found
Just big blue sky
And my teardrops on the ground
But I’ll be okay
(‘Cause I know someday)
That even though you're gone
I know it won't be long
Til I can see you again
As the seasons change
(In our special place)
I'll wait right here for you
Won’t forget
Any part
Every moment set
In my heart
CHORUS 2:
Who would have known that you would be
Someone I’d hold so dear to me
You were a treasure
Part of a life I spent with you
Forever bright, forever true
I will remember
Road may be long
I’ll be strong
I promise you that I’ll hold onto that feeling
You stuck with me until the end
We were a team, you were my friend
You held me tight and never let go, never let go, never let go
It’s like you’re here right by my side you’re part of my soul
I’m never alone
Cause baby, I will never leave you

[@theelite8196]

I've just realized; Memories of the City, Memories of the School, Memories of YOU.

[@shavy7734]

Bit too late to draw the connection dawg.

[@theelite8196]

@@shavy7734 That's why I said "i've just realized".

[@elevationsickness8462]

BRO STOP I WAS DONE CRYING ABOUT THAT GAME

[@megumin-staff6937]

The Memories of a Great Hero

[@Jayterial]

memories of gun

[@veggielord5550]

"You don't need to save the world to find meaning in life. Sometimes all you need is something simple, like someone to take care of." - Aigis (March 5th 2010)

[@igorlp5221]

Veggie Lord welp, apparently, u DO need to save the world))

[@kiri3567]

And then the one she wanted to take care of died

[@armanopqrstuv]

@@kiri3567 sad

[@kiri3567]

@@armanopqrstuv of course. Who wouldn't want to see our favourite toaster smile :

[@Emu-]

2010? you mean 2007?

[@TriAmphontsApple]

I spent years avoiding this comment section to avoid spoilers, but now that I have completed Persona 3 Reload, I can now finally come here to cry with all of you!

[@despacitospider2609]

Same here 🫡

[@lancerclassbestclass9954]

Did I beat P3 or did P3 beat me?

[@blakechandler167]

Gustavo cowjerky it beat me with the fucking difficulty. Still it's a heart filled game that causes you to care for all the characters, except fucking magic teacher, and it definitely ripped my heart to prices.

[@sanojshrestha3533]

It destroyed me

[@Alan_Pikachu]

like shinji ;(

[@FlawlessiceVA]

@@Alan_Pikachu Oof.

[@LollipopWNoChainsaw]

Both rly. Difficulty-wise... eh. MB I should try it on Hard... ...actually, that's pointless, since i have accses to Armageddon.

[@CommunistMormon]

You hear this Shinji?

[@YashThreeTwoFour]

😭😭😭

[@allengordon6929]

He does.

[@pikagod6459]

Shinji? A Hero?

[@muhammadzain9438]

@@pikagod6459 he is best friend of akihiko, but he died in the middle of the story..

[@pikagod6459]

@@muhammadzain9438 I was talking about of the shinji of Evangelion

[@MrKanti-yy5ux]

This is how you do an English cover, forming lyrics to work with the flow instead of just direct translating Japanese. Well done.

[@derekmartin5340]

When I first watched this I thought it was real cuz I missed it cuz I didn't see the cover part

[@BlueSpirit2512]

mark ofmastery I know this comment is old but don’t say jap instead of “JP” or “Japanese” jap is a slur in some countries

[@BlueSpirit2512]

Alexier look it up

[@Algebruh2407]

It isn't a direct translation. The direct translation doesn't fit into the song as Japanese words are often shorter or longer than English ones.

[@MrKanti-yy5ux]

@@Algebruh2407 that's what I mean, friend

[@samueluy6586]

The reason Makoto's death was so painful is because you never expected him to mean anything to you. Up until the fight with Nyx he was just a self-insert. A body in which you use to put yourself in the story. Not being able to understand what truly happened and why when he did is a harsh awakening to the fact that Makoto, even under your control, was his own person. That last few days in Gekkoukan, when he started to disappear you began to see less through his eyes and through the eyes of those around him. How much Makoto meant to those around him. Those he formed "unbreakable bonds with". Understanding what Makoto meant to Kaz, Kenji, Yuko or whoever you chose to spend time with, and especially SEES made you feel this entirely different person from yourself. A kind and caring person that was there for the people he loved. And that's why it was so hard to see him go. I hope Makoto is free from the seal by now and resting. Rest well, our fallen friend we never knew we had.

[@chairkun9139]

Makoto's answers are pretty mean sometimes because he is a character in his own

[@BartholomewMahershalalhashbaz]

@@chairkun9139 they're only mean if you choose to be mean

[@justgrey3114]

@@chairkun9139 still revisiting this video after three years huh

[@xelestial_sky]

You really nailed it. I didn't expect that I cared about him at all. And then suddenly I was crying at the ending, and I was shocked that I was. Realized that I had grown to love him. P3 was so artfully done.

[@jessikapiche6097]

Me, i cried, because i thought to myself, ''THIS is not FAIR! He give his life to save all his friends, and now that everyone love him so much, he must die...and leave his friends behind...and although I was crying, i understood that he was now gonna be eternal in his friend's heart... It's a terrible pain to have to go when at last he could have been happy with all his friends...broke my heart so badly... but this is how this game is so wonderfully done. Never to be forgotten...

[@ThePsychonautsmaster]

Happy March 5th guys... Hope you guys remembered.

[@MusiicSucks]

+Ruby Rose Dammit man, don't make me cry again....

[@somaoni8806]

Don't remind me, I really wished he stayed alive. Goddammit!

[@Ayakaflower015]

+Ruby Rose Yeah never forget :(

[@maggley]

About what?

[@lychnii]

Its huge spoilers for the ending of the game

[@VChong1991]

Sounds like a legit version from atlus

[@tronitac0523]

C'mon, her english is not that bad

[@derekmartin5340]

@@tronitac0523 I thought it was a real thing lmao

[@MagatsuRen]

Her English is good, but her Engrish is non-existent

[@ptato3010]

@@dylanm2939 well, the original IS Japanese, so, unless you can speak Japanese, I don't think you could understand it... (edit: dam he deleted his comment)

[@Amigamertv]

@@ptato3010 What did it say?

[@hannchy1268]

I think I was 12 or 13 when I first picked up this game. I was already a fan of Persona 4, but my disk cracked so I had no way of playing it again. I decided to give P3 a shot. I was at a pretty bad place back then, being constantly bullied and feeling isolated by my peers, and generally dealing with mental health issues. I remember coming home from school on Fridays, and playing P3. I'd play until it was late at night. It was my refuge, as silly as it may sound - finding refuge in a video game. But, at a time when I had no one and no warm human interaction, it gave me what I was missing. I think, that this game saved me. It thought me that things get better, that I can get better and that all the bad times won't last forever. The moment Minato died crushed me, but at the same time I felt this great happiness, because I understood the weight of his actions. The second the credits rolled, I grabbed my old Sony Ericsson and recorded this song. Yea, the sound quality was crappy, but I still replayed it over and over, listening to it until I fell asleep that night. So, in case anyone is reading and going through something similar - it gets better, and you get better. It takes time, and yeah, it can be hell at times. But, it gets better. Stay strong, my dudes.

[@JaxTheRiffer]

It can't rain all the time

[@hannchy1268]

@@jojomicheldu59 Things do get better - even if it seems like you're "doomed" to just deal with it for the rest of your life. I also hope that this reply kinda sorta (hopefully) helped with making your day a bit better

[@lynxz-studios]

When I was eleven, my sister introduced me to Persona 5. I tried it out a little and adored it, but I wasn’t able to keep playing because parents exist. When I was twelve, I wanted to find out all the hype about the other games, so I watched Shenpai’s play through of p4G. Honestly it changed me. Then I watched her p3FES one. Taught me a lot of stuff. If not for my sister having an interest in p5, I’d never had even looked into the Persona series.

[@osricen]

Thanks for sharing your story! Videogames are the best shelter for they are art (and maybe the most complex and fulfilling form of it). The best thing is you can always go back to them, those stories and characters, interact with them, and it will never betray you (unless it's written in the story, but you know what I mean!)

[@alex-zj6ef]

I was 12 when i finished the game and i cried. In understood it all and it wss so sad. It reminded me of all the people i lost in my life but in a happy way

[@itselguapo]

This song fucking makes me almost tear up every time man. This song is super deep if you actually beat persona 3. Like fuck man.

[@itselguapo]

+itselguapo "Don't worry... your friends will be here by your side soon..."

[@megasupergames]

+itselguapo > Your eyes feel heavy... *>>* "Close your eyes" The absolute best thing about the entire ending sequence is how you get to take one last walk around the city, seeing all of those sights you've become used to one last time, and then just being hit from every angle by good news from the people whose Social Links you've maxed. If you took the time to check every event location, you'd get to see just how much of a good impact you had on the people around you. It really lets it sink in just how many things you managed to achieve in one year alone. Like, you think back to the decision point at December 31st and realize you could've given this all up, you could've taken the easy route and let the yourself(and the world) die painlessly ignorant of your fate... But you didn't, and now it just seems like the same world who wished so much for death, now loved life more than anything. It's really amazing honestly, no other game I've ever played managed to emulate such feeling from inside myself, Persona 3 is really a masterpiece.

[@Zero-nf5bh]

+Zetsubou Z. and then they came out with the conituation of Persona 3 which was F.E.S which made you realize the cost of *spoilers* and the party ends up happy

[@nothingoriginal2775]

+Matthew Rester why he didnt come back D:

[@alkiealkinky9568]

+itselguapo i feel you bro.

[@chairkun9139]

7 years, Aegis must be crying today...

[@kurostern2527]

Chair Kun Well, she has a sister now and seems happy to be a member or the shadow Operative. She probably never forget the MC, but she was able to move on.

[@KazumaNarukami]

Maybe but I hope in the Final Persona game, SEES/Shadow Operatives, Investigation Team, & Phantom Thieves work together to save Minato

[@demi-fiendoftime3825]

@@KazumaNarukami He ain't comeing back it would undermine the very mesage of Persona 3

[@Niiue]

Demi-Fiend of Time it ain’t persona 4 where nanako comes back no no no.. persona 3 really wants us in tears

[@lalalalisa41]

@@demi-fiendoftime3825 I wouldn't want him to come back alive as well but I would like his soul to be released so he can find peace.

[@YamagamiShiyu]

"Lay down your head and close your eyes Right off to bed to sleep tonight, I will be watchin’ Thinking of you, the times we had All of the good and all the bad Never forgotten Seal it with a kiss Promise you this I’ll love you till the end of time, forever" This part just killed me. Good job.

[@RaginKavu]

If you stop it just at "I'll be watching"... You may think that it is Morgana who's singing!🤣

[@azunixx]

@@RaginKavu More like Aigis

[@RaginKavu]

@@azunixx "right off to bed? Sleep tonight?" That's Morgana.

[@azunixx]

@@RaginKavu There's a night in which MC/FeMC is sick, and Aigis watches over them (you can watch it in the console upstairs)

[@RaginKavu]

@@azunixx I know dude. It's just a joke. Morgana is always telling you to go to sleep...

[@TheNxtGmer]

Played the game. Understood the lyrics. Hit me emotionally. Tears in my eyes. 8/8 GR8 M8

[@Vivi.20.]

7.8/10 too much water

[@PaynePlayz_]

@@Vivi.20. from the tears?

[@Vivi.20.]

@@PaynePlayz_ Yep, also a reference to ign's review for one of the pokemon games

[@godofmediocrity7582]

9/5 10/5 is reserved exclusively for KNACK II BABYYYYYYYY!

[@LillyTensei]

I lost my cousin over the summer last year. He committed suicide. I remember driving home from the funeral and this song came on my playlist. Not the original, but this cover. I stared crying so hard i had to pull over. Now I cannot hear this song without thinking of my cousin and tearing up. You really did an outstanding job of covering this song, so thank you for a cover that reminds me of the greatest person I've ever met. Rest in Peace, Steven Kurns 💜

[@mikhailjordan3274]

WOW...amazing story! Thank you for sharing.

[@mikhailjordan3274]

When video game music comforts our mortality

[@afellowbrudda5332]

RIP pal

[@andrewdavis8317]

Jesus loves you I hope you have a good day

[@BardockSkywalker]

What Happanded That He Comited Suicide? Depression? Cause If So, I Feel Ya, One Of MY Friends Almost Did The Same Thing, Thankfully I Stoped Him From Doing So, But That's Besides The Point, I'm Sorry For What Happanded To Ur Cousin

[@TillsterRulz]

after i finished creating the pacific ocean with my tears from reload i came back here to listen to this and create the atlantic too

[@Trevaliant]

real as hell me too

[@Synthpopper]

This was all I'd listen to as a suicidal 18 year old, relating hard to Makaoto. I'm still here and now I've experienced real loss. But somehow I survived and now, 6 years later I'm rediscovering who I am.

[@PhantomileFinn]

I'm deeply sorry for your loss, I have no idea what a loss feels like. I can relate to how you related to Makoto though. I first played P3 last year, which was the worst year of my life. It was when I was first going through depression and I wasn't even sure that's what it was. Playing through P3 felt like a mirror of what I never knew how to explain. I related to Makoto and how lifeless he was. I'm not completely better, but I'm better and that's worth something.

[@leewilder2896]

I'm glad you're still here. I know we've never met, but... you're not alone. And I'm glad you're here with those of us who understand relating to Aigis's favorite human.

[@GUNDAMURX73]

[ ]Close your eyes [ ]......

[@jakerider3189]

i could never click the close your eyes option as it felt so wrong to i dont know just every time i click those dots it just makes me tear up and wish that honestly he would be able to see his friends again. :(

[@Satsujinki007]

[ ] START DANCING

[@soundtower]

@@jakerider3189 I'm fairly late but i still felt like sharing my thoughts on the final choice we were given in this beautifull game; When choosing between Closing Minato/Makoto's eyes, or clicking the 3 dots, i felt as if if i clicked on the dots i would be forcefully keeping him from a peaceful death. Death, which is inevitable, and the story being tailored upon that fact made me feel like giving Minato/Makoto a proper goodbye by closing his eyes and letting him fade away in peace.

[@joshuagabrielcatindig7607]

I just think both choices are the same. But the second one is just you closing your/his eyes later.

[@poiigf7344]

Alright I haven't pressed the show replies button, but i'm expecting a start dancing memester

[@chocolatecake6588]

I just beat Persona 3 for like the fifth time,but this time I decided I'd play Sapphire's cover when the credits rolled. Needless to say,I cried a lot.

[@daviddoesfilms2626]

gr8 idea thanks fam

[@siverickson7961]

ChocolateCake friend?

[@rodrigosantos5258]

That's Persona 3 Hard Mode, You dont Beat Persona 3, Persona 3 beats you!

[@noisegamer4252]

same last Tuesday i just kind of felt emotionally exhausted after this game it just so close to home my favorite game

[@taylorpooper5506]

[Verse 1] When the wind rings high and the light hits your eyes Time for one last ride off to dreamland Don't you worry, I'll be here to remember you, dear Your laugh, your smile, all your happiness, and your tears And it's hard some days (But I'll be okay) 'Cause even when it's tough, you give me just enough So I can keep on goin' When I close my eyes (And I dream at night) I feel you in my arms [Pre-Chorus 1] Safe and sound Here with me Everything we found Makes me sing [Chorus 1] Night after night you paved the way Put up the fight to save the day Now you’re a hero You brought the light that made today Perfect and bright, so dream away Now you’re an angel Sleeping in peace Baby, you’ll be Surrounded by my love through all eternity Lay down your head and close your eyes Right off to bed to sleep tonight, I will be watchin’ Thinking of you, the times we had All of the good and all the bad Never forgotten Seal it with a kiss Promise you this I’ll love you till the end of time, forever [Instrumental Break] [Verse 2] When I'm out downtown, I can still hear the sound Of a voice that sounds so familiar Lift my head and turn around, you're nowhere to be found Just big blue sky and my teardrops on the ground But I’ll be okay (‘Cause I know someday) That even though you're gone, I know it won't be long Til I can see you again As the seasons change (In our special place) I'll wait right here for you [Pre-Chorus 2] Won’t forget Any part Every moment set In my heart [Chorus 2] Who would have known that you would be Someone I’d hold so dear to me? You were a treasure Part of a life I spent with you Forever bright, forever true Always remember Road may be long I’ll be strong I promise you that I’ll hold onto that feeling You stuck with me until the end We were a team, you were my friend You held me tight and Never let go, never let go, never let go It’s like you’re here right by my side You’re part of my soul I’m never alone Cause baby, I will never leave you

[@christianjones7012]

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[@NeilKazoku]

.​@@christianjones7012

[@NoMercy..]

Thank you very much!! I don't understand English well by ear, I can easily translate only written speech, so your comment helped a lot

[@taylorpooper5506]

@@NoMercy.. you're welcome, dude. As a brazilian, I know how much it helps 😁

[@elunamira]

My friend chose this song for our other friend's funeral song. She was always a happy, loving, and caring person. My friend chose this song for the funeral because of how poignant the lyrics are. We will always remember her in our hearts, and we will always listen to this song for her... Thank you, Sapphire, for this wonderful cover...

[@philtheretrogamer766]

Hell yeah.... We'll forever keep Artemis in our hearts.... Through the Religion of Jah-Kobe, she'll forever live on.... This song was chosen to honor her memory and the convey how much we truly love and will miss her. Thanks Sapphire for doing a cover on the best song I could ever choose to honor her memory. For Artemis!

[@elunamira]

@@philtheretrogamer766 For Artemis!

[@elenacuret2058]

She’ll forever be in our hearts, not only was she a great friend and mother, but she was also a great person, Artemis is truly an Angel to us and she’s watching over us right now, For Artemis!!!!🥰❤️

[@philtheretrogamer766]

@@elenacuret2058 For Artemis!!!!

[@litewavegames3967]

on March 5th 2020, it will have been exactly 10 years since Minato Arisato gave his life to protect humanity.

[@minato_arisato3751]

Hey the game is almost 20 years old

[@hee-ho2473]

I knowno this is just a game but it's not to us it's my inspiration

[@thedoom4652]

@@minato_arisato3751 ahem, original persona 3 was released on 2006, and P3P on 2011

[@joaquinromeroday7194]

press f to pay respects

[@joshuagabrielcatindig7607]

@@thedoom4652 finished female P3P days after its anniversary, right on my sis' birthday, on Nov. 5.

[@LostSoulSilver]

This hits even harder after losing someone you love I will never forget you, my sweet girl...

[@Xxblade17]

Damn

[@Theshadowball4]

Persona 3 is easily one of the best games i've ever played in my life and it's my favorite game ever.

[@vladdobra8084]

but what about tartarus? i mean i really liked it and actually cried at the ending but the game is fundamentally flawed

[@Theshadowball4]

Vlad Dobra Tartarus never bothered me tbh, neither did Mass Destruction playing on loop during every battle. To me, the few of the game flaws don't matter.

[@ethanajero4546]

Esteban Rosado then why u have gold's picture as ur prof pic?

[@killer19183]

its my favorite game and its the game that got me into gaming ;')

[@user-xw1yh2py4j]

+Vlad Dobra Even if arguably tedious, I think the repetitiveness of Tartarus really added to the game, rather than subtracting from it. Unlike the other Persona games, the entire premise was the ascension of one key place. The point was ultimately to see the evolution of this same place throughout the game and to gradually climb towards the end of the game. While I think the other Persona games did well to mix things up, it was pretty essential for the plot of Persona 3, and it really gave the player a sense of familiarity that enhanced the plot -- whether that was intentional or not.

[@kasaisutori318]

It's March 5th. A day of mourning. But, in a way, it is its own celebration. A recognition of the worth of life. No matter who you are, your presence matters. Even after you have long been gone, you will be remembered. Even in the smallest of ways. Perhaps a twitch of the lips as someone remembers a fond memory of you. Perhaps a small habit you taught someone, without even knowing it. Perhaps a wish, from those who were inspired by your presence. Your impact is felt. There is nothing to fear in death, as you will still live on despite it. It is merely a necessity of life- one that doesn't always mean the end. So, in this time you have, do not wish for death or wish for its banishment. You matter. Live your life with that in mind and to the fullest.

[@Aikerin]

Goddamnit, you made me tear up. Thanks for this, I really needed it.

[@kasaisutori318]

@@Aikerin You're welcome. I'm glad I could help- Even though I'm just someone on the internet, I'm rooting for you for the future. Good luck.

[@AyeeeItsAlii]

Damn dude this is making me cry harder than the video

[@lovestargirl1]

This made me cry. Thank you

[@fightlancefight8025]

Listen. Cry. Repeat.

[@lolzman999]

Ten years ago the world was saved so he could fulfill his promise on March 5th 2010 Rest In Peace Minato Arisato you will always be remembered

[@darthwallace9637]

Rest in peace Blue Haired emo kid

[@moonsys]

don't forget my girl Minako too

[@lyrarain-kfpsecurityoffice8884]

Blue Haired emo kid best kid

[@lewis9s]

Don’t worry, he’ll come back from the dead to dance.

[@jaredjosephsongheng372]

Otherwise known as Makoto Yuki

[@notaburneraccount]

I lost my sister yesterday and I had been listening to Heaven from p4. Then this song came on autoplay and it hit me so hard. Thank you, Sapphire, for your beautiful covers. Your voice is amazing and wonderful. 💜

[@nice2763]

I'm so sorry to hear that I hope you feel better soon ❤️

[@KaneZenon]

This is fucking beautiful. I'm on the edge of tears now that I understand the meaning of the words. And Sapphire's voice is like an angel. On a side note, while this is clearly Aigis's song, I feel it applies to all of SEES, so yeah. Aigis's song, featuring the musical talents of all the SEES members. Especially Koromaru.

[@JTHMRulez1]

*bark*

[@walkerman2001]

JTHMRulez1 "I don't feel like a walk today, I need to practice my saxophone" -koromaru

[@chroprs]

I really don't see any of the males characters saying any of this

[@BabyBlack322]

***** It doesn't have to be the protagonist, it could be the person they lost. Junpei and Chidori, Akihiko and Shinjiro, Ken and his mother, Koromaru and his owner, Mitsuru and her father, etch.

[@syrelian]

***** true also is it just me or does Sapphire's voice sounds very close to the originals voice

[@Unsei15]

I'm crying. After all this years. It's finally back.

[@knolaeo]

March 5th has come again.. 13 years later, and this still hits just as hard

[@LazyVanny]

Such a great story and so many people are going to experience it for the first time in Reload, I can't wait to cry again and spend time with our buds at the dorm.

[@C_Kiri]

Y-... Yep, you hear that? Pretty sure that's the sound of my heart shattering. Holy god, the original of this song was just the most beautiful thing, especially in the moment of watching P3's ending, and you've somehow cranked it UP from there. That's... I fucking need a moment, hang on. No, I'm not crying, shut up.

[@VicTheStampede]

Just let it out, I can't speak for everyone but I'm right there with you. The memories and this song, there's no holding back the tears.

[@aspectentropy5354]

'You hear that Shinji?.....' TEARS INSIDE OF TEARS FOR YEARS

[@anthonycharitar2447]

My father passed away last year we all wrote him personal notes and tucked them in his jacket pocket when he was in the box. but at the end of mine "Night after night you paved the way, Put up the fight to save the day Now you’re a hero You brought the light that made today Perfect and bright, so dream away Now you’re an angel Sleeping in peace Baby, you’ll be Surrounded by my love through all eternity" I sure miss my hero

[@spaceydragonmanga686]

I know I'm a little late but hopefully time has passed and you remember the influence m8

[@renkaiwa]

Happy march 5

[@Lozmaster37]

I was honestly expecting a horrible English cover. I almost didn't bother clicking on this. I'm so glad that I didn't. As somebody who spent a good year listening to this song DAILY, I'm not disappointed.

[@tokkyu6497]

Same

[@pizzatime1901]

DeepestButton _ nice pfp

[@whazj8794]

My mother passed away abruptly a month ago even though I'm only in my twenties. Persona 3 and 4 music has always stuck with me, but this cover of Memories of You really sticks out in my mind whenever my mind drifts off and I start thinking of.... well, memories of her. I'll never forget what she did for me and my siblings, she was an incredibly sweet soul, I just wish that I got to have more time with her than I wound up getting. Thank you for this beautiful cover, Sapphire.

[@buslgal3385]

I finished this game at a time in my life when I was possibly the most stressed. I had a girlfriend who wanted to pretty much kill herself every day (she’s ok now) and my problems with being bi polar. Eventually it got to the point where she was seconds away from doing it. Balancing this and school didn’t help me and it made me feel exhausted every day and it really got to my head. I tried my best to stay with her as I was also losing interest in her as our conversations just ended up her being depressed and putting all the weight on me. It’s not her fault as her single mom was terrible to her and her sister didn’t care for her either. I was her only outlet for her problems and I felt terrible if I were to leave her. Then I played persona 3 which I was already a fan of 4 and 5. After beating it I gained confidence that I can’t let myself suffer like this and broke up with her. Of course I didn’t leave her in the dust and helped her into a more mentally stable state then she eventually got help. The day she got help I was so glad for her. If you read all of this thank you and thank you persona 3 for teaching me that it’s ok to just live your life and that staying in place will do you no good.

[@buslgal3385]

I also got help with my bi polar problem

[@Ghost_with_Bow]

Good on you man, I'm glad both of you are still here

[@quasimodokiwi1500]

Papa Ben good for you guys I don’t know why I read this in Trunks’ voice

[@hiitsme3340]

That’s awesome man. I’m glad to see persona 3 has helped you :))) and I’m glad you got better!

[@shykoara1048]

You re so amazing she s so lucky

[@SlyJMan]

Something that just dawned on me. A meaning behind the lack of control of your party members. Did I feel more like my party members were their own people rather than extension of myself when I couldn't give direct commands, therefore making my success in the adventure feel more like a group effort, feeling more and more in sync with my allies as I progressed? Literally showing in gameplay that the meaning of life is to truly learn about other people and making an effort to understand THEM rather than assuming they'll understand me? That was in NO WAY the intention of the gameplay design, but it's the effect I feel it had on me either way. Probably just making excuses for unpolished design, but I don't care, it works.

[@maceyV]

That was the intent. The creators have confirmed it. And what a beautiful decision it was.

[@SlyJMan]

@@maceyV source?

[@Gestrid]

Just the way you said that makes me think you'd enjoy the story of The World Ends With You. But, yeah, that's the way I've always thought of the lack of party controls.

[@maceyV]

@@SlyJMan I tried posting a link and it wouldn't let me. It's an interview from the P3 official design works artbook. Just look it up and you should find it. 'persona 3 party member control interview'.

[@SlyJMan]

@@maceyV I found it. You were right. I’m impressed, but still prefer the option to control my party members personally, even if they have to put a notice that it isn’t the intended way to play, like Darkest Dungeon. It’s cool regardless.

[@TheRedInkling]

Typing this as I realize that unlike the credits songs in 4 and 5, this isn’t a message from and for all the characters, it’s a message specifically for _you_ .You taught all of these characters, especially Aigis, who is the only one with you when you finally pass, what life is all about. You taught them and showed them how to live, how to love, how to stay true, how to never give up, and how to be brave. And as you pass on, they will forever hold those treasures you gave them. This song is for you, the player, the one who gave the ultimate sacrifice to give them a future. It’s your time to rest. We will never forget you. Never fails to make me tear up. Lovely cover of a beautiful song.

[@PhantomileFinn]

I completely agree, beautiful comment. ❤ I think what adds weight to this even more is the fact that Makoto in the beginning doesn't really care for the concept of life. He went through so much in so little time, the emotional scars he endured weighed obviously heavy on his mind. By the end of the game though he has learned to understand life, and knows it has more to offer than he once thought. Isn't that just beautiful? A boy that didn't even know what it meant to truly live taught others to live their lives to their fullest. I kinda see Makoto as a metaphor for depression, and as a representation of life itself. Beginning to end we live in his shoes, but unlike Persona 4 and 5 this game weaves that concept into its themes. Yeah Makoto has had it rough, but he taught us to live to the fullest despite how low we may be. In the end he doesn't die because that's what he desires, he dies because he understood life and what it means.

[@TheRedInkling]

@@PhantomileFinn You could say… he found the answer to life’s greatest question. :)

[@dyldragon1]

I just beat this game today. Yes, I'm crying, no I'm not ashamed.

[@cygnus667]

I cried too, it was even more hard because I died in Yukari's hands.

[@syrelian]

Cygnus Blast P3P?

[@cygnus667]

christruman98 Yup. :)

[@syrelian]

Cool

[@Gum-]

Aigis is best girl.

[@CrowYaeger]

My grandfather suddenly passed away in June of 2022 and I hadn't cried till I listened to this and thought of him I know it's almost 8 years later, but thank you for making this song.

[@antoinevilleneuve7680]

Aigis is 100% meant to be the one saying these lyrics. Awesome cover!

[@barelyaveragegamer5468]

Probably the most upbeat sad and tragic song ever. I buried my best friend after carrying his coffin. I decided just stay there looking at the hole, the coffin and the burial workers. It started raining and I got up and smiled. We take them for granted and sometimes we can't express how much we love them. But sometimes, I guess they cry back. Rest in peace my best bro, and may flights of angels carry thee to thy rest. We'll meet again.

[@xelestial_sky]

Grief is so hard... I myself am here because my pet died in my hands today. I hope it is getting easier for you.

[@barelyaveragegamer5468]

@@xelestial_sky Hey. Pets will always stay with you. I still occasionally feel my cat crawling to sleep with me. They may be gone, but our memories will never let them go, and they won't let go of us. Just smile and go towards the new tomorrow for them! Ehh.. that was pretty cringy, but it's true :,)

[@barelyaveragegamer5468]

I'm sure our pets are having fun in heaven together. They're there waiting for us after we've lived a full life.

[@ebii3938]

When I read your lyrics, I automatically think this was being sung in Aigis' POV and I start choking in my own tears

[@tipherethscrub982]

It was aigis' POV in the original japanese lyrics too, haha.

[@omarzudan1743]

Yeah... the whole song is Aigis's message to Minato. I just self-destroyed the first time hearing it and see the meaning of the lyrics. Aigis best girl fr

[@DeadShoot48659]

I mean you can see it in the original lyrics perfectly "The voice of the wind and light pours onto the napping you" "You may rest in my hands with me tenderly watching over you" "Now you may simply fold your wings and rest in peace. Wrapped in eternal tranquility, love through all eternity" (referring to her promise that she will be there when you die)

[@notlikely1460]

My best friend of 10 years died yesterday. Thank you very much for this song. I've been a big fan ever since the hiimdaisy comic dub. I wish everyone who sees this the best tidings, and that no one has the horror of finding your best friend dead

[@ilavain]

I'm glad so many people still remember the promise. Happy March 5th guys.

[@IHatoHandels]

Umm... What was the promise?

[@ilavain]

@@IHatoHandels I will always remind you. The promise to meet again after The Fall. On graduation day

[@know1195]

One does not simply listen to this song without crying.

[@Mayamayuri]

I don't think I have a soul or emotions, I've never cried while listening to this or the original. wait, wha? oh dang, I'm now classified as a demon. cool.

[@socialistrepublicofvietnam1259]

or maybe im dead inside

[@ci7210]

That first chorus hits hard Night after night you paved the way, Put up the fight to save the day Now you’re a hero You brought the light that made today Perfect and bright, so dream away Now you’re an angel Sleeping in peace Baby, you’ll be Surrounded by my love through all eternity Especially since thanks to Minato's sacrifice he saved the world. He did pave the way for heroes like Yu and Joker to find themselves and save the world as well.

[@Sapphberry]

Sorry for the wait! The FULL mp3 is now available for download. Check the video description for the link!

[@XBURSTANGELX]

Thanks for the download link! I've been waiting to get this song it just sends me back ya know?

[@TheBlazinCobalt]

***** As much as I want in there as well, this song doesn't fit with the story. Unless you're going through Elizabeth's story, which I'm a little bit disappointed that Atlus didn't continue in P4AU, but hopefully there'll a Persona game with Elizabeth as the MC.

[@why6862]

not really that disappointing i would say. how about trying to listen it through Aigis POV?? it totally made sense =)

[@TheBlazinCobalt]

+Wan Ho Yap I was talking about the song in persona 4 arena, In persona 3 it makes sense for sure

[@why6862]

ah......... okok my bad =P

[@saidatulhusna1533]

Have a nice 5th, guys. It's been, what, 9 or 10 years now?

[@gremlinwithgun7527]

Wonder how's Aegis been doing these past years

[@daveman6884]

For some Japanese folk this is the 13th time that they cried for anime jesus

[@ForgedinPrint]

Something like that. Might replay it again when I have time.

[@1r587]

Can I just say that you have a perfect taste in profile pictures and that Kip Silverpoint is my waifu?

[@booksrule0240]

Starting another play through for the feels and memories

[@BlackKoshinomi]

My favorite Jrpg of Alll time

[@darudesandstorm244]

It's March 5th again, guys Edit 1 year later: It's that time of year again. I said a similar message on the original song, but remember that it's ok to not know what your life's purpose or meaning is, but always keep searching for it. (And thank you, Sapphire, for making such a beautiful cover of one of the most meaningful songs in my life)

[@espio329]

i....i just need a moment, i just finished persona 3: the journey a few days ago and heard the ending theme and i was thinking to myself "i wish this was in english" and i found this precious gem a day later

[@user-rh4lx8ly7f]

espio329 you are a freakin esper!

[@ArcRay20]

If there was ever a perfect English cover for this song, it'd be this right here. Just wonderful.

[@meisei9482]

3/5/2021 11 years... I still miss him...

[@IsaacG97]

Why does this song have to be called "Memories of You"? The title alone gets my feels going T-T

[@IsaacG97]

Light Player Are you saying it's sad, or that it's the reason why? Because I know why it's called Memories of You.

[@derpagonair5114]

Tur-Kei Hang on. Memories of You... Memories of Yu. That should have been the title of P4's end song. It'd actually fit quite nicely, considering Yu left Inaba. Maybe to Outaba.

[@marygracefontamillas267]

Derpagonair no it fits to the persona 3 because the protagonist *SPOIL* died and its all about the memories of him with his friends that's why it was memories of you(protagonist)

[@derpagonair5114]

Kiara Arusagawa It's a joke. Of course I know the P3 protagonist has died. It was a sad moment, atleast... and don't make your comment 51 lines. Seriously, I think you just want to sound smart ._.

[@maxcooper6763]

Derpagonair She was just trying to avoid spoilers.

[@FNGBros]

I'VE BEEN WAITING FOR THIS!

[@shadowspartan110]

OK, NOW!

[@Orion_The_Merchant]

I'm not who I used to be.

[@maria2643]

FNGBros did you see that shinji?

[@Ducksen]

it's that time AGAIN

[@gloomsi]

"I’ll love you till the end of time, forever" fuck this just hit me so much harder because if its in aigis' POV, she'll literally never die. she really CAN remember makoto forever and ever. fuck im crying again

[@Ako-bp6gc]

Another year another march 5th. Rest in peace Door-kun.

[@Koda_Grey]

Watched the final Persona 3 movie and the ending ripped my heart into millions of pieces once again. Thank you for one of the most beautiful songs about death I have ever heard.

[@saulheredia16]

play the game much much more sad especially If you play the answer to find out why the MC did what he did

[@trickster9036]

"Live"

[@DoktahBranflakes]

*The Arcana Is The Means By Which All Is Revealed...* This part had the squad laughing... until it ended

[@simoncornejo6385]

"Lay down your head and close your eyes Right off to bed to sleep tonight, I will be watchin’" HEY I GOT THAT REFERENCE!

[@probotpixelz7278]

That moment when your glad you figured out a reference but it's a sad reference: 😃🤔😨😢😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭(He and shiji freaking dies!)😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

[@MasaUnix]

Morgana INTENSIFIES

[@denofgames5336]

Pharos :(

[@WeCareAlot4693]

Beat P3 just yesterday. Ever since I'd been feeling that weird feeling in my chest like the emotions built up from it were about to spill over and I'd start crying. This did me in.

[@Probablyabox]

WHY DOESN"T THIS HAVE MORE VIEWS!?!?!?

[@UNIT038]

Maybe because there aren't that very much people that know the game Persona

[@chocolatecake6588]

Dany Spyro Sadly,some people will live in ignorance and never know the beauty of Persona. :'(

[@blackace99999]

ChocolateCake Others will blindly play Persona without witnessing the wonders of the rest of the series

[@lonelywings1]

TheBlackAce Persona usually serves as an excellent gateway to the rest of the series.

[@blackace99999]

Iryli ilyrl I know this, I started with Persona 3 like many other fans of SMT.

[@guzhenn]

Does this video see a huge uptick in plays every year on 3/5? 9 years and this still slays

[@lostonessoul8435]

I had a friend who looked like a mix between Yukari and Aigis she loved this song unfortunately she died of breast cancer. I listen to this in memory of her. Rip Luna.

[@werevin649]

F

[@megumin-staff6937]

F

[@whoami7031]

F

[@SamLuisXIII]

Rest in peace

[@ethereal8167]

F

[@Prince-pf4li]

It’s that day again isn’t it…

[@mr_senor8]

Anybody back here after playing persona 3 reload

[@slickyami1877]

It's going down ❤❤❤

[@cjej2945]

😢

[@slickyami1877]

@cjej2945 memories of you I'm so happy they didn't change this beautiful gem

[@danieltian3422]

🫡🫡🫡🫡🫡🫡🫡🫡🫡

[@GamerBoy870]

Can't wait till Persona 5 comes out anyone else excited

[@nothingoriginal2775]

+GamerBoy870 ME TO YAY (but it cant be like persona 3 ;_; cant forget when i beat)

[@GamerBoy870]

TheDarklessGaming I know what you mean

[@nothingoriginal2775]

GamerBoy870 thank you

[@skully3661]

+GamerBoy870 I would be if I had a system that could play it.

[@entermatestar9116]

+Jeffrey Rich you dont have a ps3 or a ps4? kek

[@dinofarabi]

This is a superb translated cover.

[@tookiwi5028]

Graduation day....His promise....

[@jinxeatsdust]

Happy 12 years.

[@fwosh]

i got CHILLS. such fitting lyrics and perfectly sung :') LOVE IT

[@Posterchild19]

Goddamit is that day again What a banger

[@coldDrive]

This has been in my favourites for almost a decade now. I just closed a 220 hour playthrough in Reload, and I'm back here. Thank you.

[@0phan7om0]

so the way i see it, the song is from the viewpoint of ,cannonically aigis, but technically whoever you dated. and it's them singing about the protagonist. the first chorus seems to be about how he gave his life to save the world so he is a "hero" and at the same time an "angel" so beautiful, excellent job, your voice fit the song perfectly :)

[@JoeyJoeJoeJoeJoe]

So If I dated everyone (Which you have to do to get the best persona) I should have a whole choir singing?

[@sora2211]

gamerjjl Discussion of the year!

[@dyldragon1]

STOP SPOILING THINGS

[@brryce]

dyldragon1 Mayve you shouldn't be watching the credits song

[@dyldragon1]

I already beat it but some people might not have

[@Gallade400]

"But I’ll be okay (‘Cause I know someday) That even though you're gone I know it won't be long Til I can see you again" "Who would have known that you would be Someone I’d hold so dear to me You were a treasure" Damn, that sinks right through.

[@StephanieSparda]

A friend of mine passed away 5 years ago after losing his fight with cancer. Persona was a series we both had a common interest during the time we shared together. This song as well as Persona 3 in general strike a deep personal chord with me for that reason. I'll forever miss his presence and mourn his passing but I'll treasure the time we shared for the rest of my life. Gonna make sure the time I'm given is spent as meaningfully as possible and that I have plenty to catch him up on when we meet again.

[@JeromeSwoosh]

just imagine Aigis singing this after the last scene in the game ( the feelsT-T)

[@prismplaza3399]

Happy March 5th 💙

[@Justinwa0309]

At first, I was concerned that you didn't preserve the original lyrics enough to keep the true meaning of the song intact. I was very wrong. Great job.

[@Sapphberry]

My English cover of Kimi no Kioku (Memories of You) from Persona 3 has been added to The Velvet Lounge (my Persona EP)! Enjoy! ▫STREAM/BUY: lnk.to/kl9G1yVT

[@chiarodluna1962]

Any chance you can do 'My testimony'? Also a Persona 3 song.

[@thekillergopher8755]

This song makes me cry almost every time I hear it.

[@Dave-or6mj]

The nice reverb in the snare is sadly gone in that other version.

[@maxmorgan3370]

I can't find this on Amazon?

[@haruhisuzumiya6650]

only missing p5s credits

[@InanimatePony]

Good god woman how did you sing this without being on the verge of tears???

[@jaxamoto]

girrrrrlll your voice is MAGICCCCC! YOU ROCK.

[@sackofwar]

tomar

[@h_sixes6619]

Happy March 5th to all those who experienced the masterpiece that is Persona 3. Whether it was the original, Fes, Portable or Reload, we are all connected by experiencing that final sunset together. Rest well, for the Answer will arrive soon.

[@tbryden800]

This song brings back so many memories 😊

[@justinjamin]

I'll hold onto that feeling.

[@05misogi]

You should do a cover of Maze of Life from Persona Q ^^

[@Kelpie9423]

please do this or light the fire up in the night!

[@Pearlglimmer]

But Maze of Life is already in English...albeit its hardly understandable.

[@Kelpie9423]

Pearlglimmer I'd just like to hear her take on it. I'm pretty sure its the same for him as well lol

[@05misogi]

Milton O'Bannon Yeah, her voice is perfect for it.

[@Pearlglimmer]

Well I suppose there is no harm in doing it. I do hope for better pronounciation though haha.

[@gsef4157]

True story: I oddly and actually shed tears listening to this, despite never having played a persona game ever. Lyrics are relatable on many levels, and the emotion displayed in this cover with her passion / through her voice literally moved me. New fan for life, love ya Sapphire 💜🫶💜🫶💜 SURROUNDED BY MY LOVE FOR ALL ETERNITY 🥰❤️❤️❤️

[@recalcitrantti5242]

When I'm out downtown, I can still hear the sound Of a voice that sounds so familiar Lift my head and turn around, you're nowhere to be found Just big blue sky and my teardrops on the ground... :(

[@ipd0043]

This is the ideal cover of this song. I really hope Altus hires you someday… you’ve worked so hard and made content unlike any other.

[@LilChikyChan]

I'd love to hear an accompanying version of this song from the protagonist's point of view. That would be magical.

[@JoeyJoeJoeJoeJoe]

... ... ... ... ... "I don't care" ... ... ... ... ... (Repeat verse 1) (Repeat verse 3) "I ... don't ... care" I written the song Pay me Atlus

[@redmonkey4351]

Minato, have some Chagall brand coffee.

[@christopherchurch6022]

gamerjjl Too much emotion.

[@JoeyJoeJoeJoeJoe]

Christopher Church I can't not care that much I'm just one man

[@lmaoo7611]

I NEED THIS AT THE END OF P3 RELOADED

[@eliteotaku8988]

Persona sound track changing lives, it did for me.

[@mariogirl8100]

TODAY'S THE DAY!

[@Jun13-8]

This is why I love the music for Persona It makes me remember all the great memories I had with the game.

[@pash_4904]

Persona 3 was simultaneously the most depressing and heart wrenching story AND the most optimistic and unabashedly hopeful story. This is a beautiful cover, thank you so much for the gift of this.

[@ashe323d7]

It's March 5, 2017! Seven years has passed........ Time to cry all day :,)

[@samsoulgrav1132]

Those lyrics hit so hard.