Shayfer James - Your Father's Son

[@reneebirman5211]

this is honestly such a sick roast, I love it so much

[@ShayferJames]

☺️🖤 I’m so glad

[@joeyyoung5173]

Wielding words like aimless arrows You should be careful where you stand It could be days it could be hours But every arrow’s got to land So if you’re any good at riddles You should take a crack at this If every second has a fiddle Does every razor have a wrist? It fits so well What you’ve become is Your Fathers Son, which Will never be much of anyone Well, What you’ve become is Your Fathers Son, which Will never be much of anyone Stealing time in raids and riots Now you’ve more than you can hold So you’re gambling with a giant From some fairy tale you told So if you’re any good at bluffing I suggest you do it quick Cause every one is next to nothing And every tock will have a tick It fits so well What you’ve become is Your Fathers Son, which Will never be much of anyone Well, What you’ve become is Your Fathers Son, which Will never be much of anyone Well, What you’ve become cannot be undone And you’ll never be much of anyone God help you if you ever need a friend God help you if you ever need a friend God help you if you ever need a friend God help you if you ever, ever... Well, What you’ve become is Your Fathers Son, which Will never be much of anyone Well, What you’ve become is Your Father’s Son, which Will never be much of anyone Well, What you’ve become cannot be undone And you’ll never be much of anyone Well, What you’ve become is Your Father Son which And you’ll never come to much of anyone

[@3Papadakis]

Needed that, thanks.

[@ShayferJames]

Thank is for posting friend :)

[@vastroary]

Honestly Shayfer’s music never gets old. I can listen to his songs all damn day. Ah I only wish more people know about him.

[@ShayferJames]

🖤🖤🖤

[@luca3315]

This entire album is so underrated, but this song in particular might be one of my favorites. I love music that tells a story, which is every one of your songs 🖤

[@ShayferJames]

Thank you so so much🖤

[@eros2038]

You are criminally underrated. One of my fave artists out there

[@ShayferJames]

Thank you for your support dear friend 🖤🖤

[@eros2038]

@@ShayferJames I cannot express how much this meant to me. Especially right now. Keep up the great work ❤️❤️❤️

[@sznebuldog]

It's truly saddening to see how many people know about this amazing artist, loving every song of yours James!

[@ShayferJames]

You know now and that makes me the opposite of sad. Glad you enjoy. Welcome to my world :)

[@Dickified]

This is Truly Amazing, Why are there only 20 views!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@misterblueskyyy]

This song to me, character-study focused comic book guy that I am, is the voice of Bruce Banner's fear. It wasn't written for him, but it sure could have been. This is fantastically upsetting. I love it.

[@ShayferJames]

🖤🖤🖤

[@eliaviathan5912]

The first time I listened to this, I thought it was entertaining, a good roast like another commenter said. The second time, I cried. I saw how the song also doubles as a warning, and could see many parallels between it and my own life. Since then, it's become one of my favorite songs, and occasionally I still cry when I listen to it. I might just be reading into it too much, but honestly, I just really love this song. Thank you Mr. James.

[@ShayferJames]

Thank YOU. Indeed this song was written during a very introspective time of my life. You get it, and I appreciate you for that friend 🖤

[@Duckwithblueandredhat]

I listened to this falling down the stairs.

[@ShayferJames]

What a coincidence. I wrote it falling down the stairs ✨

[@Duckwithblueandredhat]

@@ShayferJames I'm glad we shared this moment together.

[@aminaharris6486]

I heard this and imedately thought of a vampire with daddy issues that assassinates other vampires for a living

[@ShayferJames]

Sounds about right ;) ☠️

[@spulp_lord]

can i just say that, every single song, grows on me, no matter my first perception of it, but much more when in the case of this dude, Shayfer, you are deserving of so much more praise and popularity then what you have, your songs just have such gravitas and such Attitude, my gods, keep being groovy as hell, and giving those sweet sweet villain vibes that i adore so

[@ShayferJames]

🙏🙏

[@Eosomit]

my favourite song of yours! Your manipulation of music is just astounding, the way verses overlap and blend into each other is so cool. I don't think there is any other song quite like this.

[@ShayferJames]

Thank you friend ✨🖤

[@demotryquebec3070]

One of my favourite songs of yours. Been sat hours now trying to write it for guitar so i can play it. You are criminally underrated pal

[@ShayferJames]

Thank you my friend! Post a video of you playing on guitar if you'd like and share the ol' chord chart with the community too! :)

[@demotryquebec3070]

@@ShayferJames kzbin.info/www/bejne/r6rTm3aLor14o9k

[@a_sterling4514]

This song tangentially dictates my current story. Very curious.

[@ShayferJames]

What a coincidence. It once dictated mine too :). Hello new friend.

[@lydoofusbinderp9853]

I'm kind of curious what you two mean... I kind of imagine it as relating to my story a bit, but, not dictating it. I'm too dense to be dictated by much more than whimsy.

[@scarred_and_jarred189]

@@lydoofusbinderp9853 I believe they refer to both past and present. Psychological and physical, your past dictates your future and inevitably your end is a dictation of your present. "So in other words, every arrow has to land" Plus it's inevitable that your fathers action will dictate your life, and to escape the views of a over-expecting father. If that makes sense.

[@lydoofusbinderp9853]

@@scarred_and_jarred189 It does yeah, I just wonder in what ways other people have had their life semi-set-up. I'm also curious about other people's pasts I guess.

[@aerojets]

Im surprised this song didnt turn out rlly popular back then and actually This is an complete bop.

[@_-drowsy-_]

Same!

[@ShayferJames]

Ya never know what folks will like. I just make what I like :)

[@oakleytheaussie7522]

J A M . I HAVE COME TO SEE YOUR COMMENT AND BEHOLD, HERE IT IS.

[@aerojets]

​@@oakleytheaussie7522 HI OAKLEY, I HAVE CAME TO SEE YOUR REPLY, AND BEHOLD, THERE IT IS!!

[@frederick9211]

my new favorite song

[@ShayferJames]

This pleases me

[@lyric3455]

I absolutely love this stuff!

[@ShayferJames]

It loves you back

[@GEO_ANIMATOR]

What the hell this song only has 45k view's!! This deserves milions and milions of views it's amazing! It's a hidden gem ❤️

[@ShayferJames]

Thank you friend. ✨✨✨

[@banukaii]

Now this is a certified banger

[@ShayferJames]

😊🙏💥

[@Meow69o]

ILOVE THIS SONG SM

[@ShayferJames]

It loves you back ✨

[@scoobiedoobie7191]

This is so underrated, i love this soooo much!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@ShayferJames]

Thank youuuuu!!!

[@awillwoodfaninabigworld]

Shayfer's songs feel like a Disney villian singing ngl but anyways this song is the whole definition of masterpiece (i didnt notice this song was of 2010 0_0)

[@ShayferJames]

Thank you my friend 💀🖤

[@awillwoodfaninabigworld]

@@ShayferJames Your welcomed ✨

[@SuperFreakyApple]

found this sonng by chance and cannot stop listening to it. a gem!

[@ShayferJames]

So glad! 💎💎💎

[@fruit_coketail3652]

Your songs are somehow the only songs I’ve found relatable while knowing my meaning I get is probably not the intention- this song specifically reminds me of my father not supporting me being trans (to him I am “my fathers son” even though he knows I would rather be a daughter) The first verse is my favorite because it fits so well with that- like “wielding words like aimless arrows, you should be careful where you stand. It could be days, it could be hours, but every arrows got to land” makes me imagine trying to convince him to let me take hormone replacement therapy or just accept me in general and stuff. Everything I say has to be perfect because anything I say he always finds a way to turn against me Even though I know this song isn’t about being trans it makes me feel less alone if that makes sense :D your music is amazing Ty for doing such amazing work

[@ShayferJames]

This comment means so much. To know that the song became something so important and personal to you is not only motivating as a writer but as a human being. Thank you for sharing this with me

[@King_K789]

Hey man idk if you still read your comments but you are too underrated , I’ve heard of little know artists with great songs but your music is probably the best . I don’t know how you do it but you’ve been able to keep producing bangers over the years too , keep up the good work.

[@ShayferJames]

Thank you my friend 🙏. Can’t stop won’t stop, it’s in the blood ✨

[@elcatrinc1996]

i still hear ENGLISH arrows instead of Aimless why, just why?

[@ShayferJames]

Now I hear that too. WHAT HAVE YOU DONE?! 😭😂

[@mrjackelbox4418]

Jesus this man is a GIFT!

[@ShayferJames]

😀🎁💀

[@kittyrocky_]

nooooo im so late😭😭😭😭 this is a masterpiece I wish I had found this sooner

[@ShayferJames]

You’re right on time

[@kittyrocky_]

OMG YOU RESPONDED

[@TheRabbaLork]

Mr Shayfer James, I would like to thank you immensely for writing music such as this. Your father's son was the first song of yours I've listened to a few years ago, and it's held such a special place in my heart. The unfortunate relations and such I've gained from being a transmasculine fellow, your music represents it and has helped me throughout it. Thank you. Regards

[@ShayferJames]

I’m so glad it’s helped, that means so much to me. Thank you for sharing with me 🖤🤗

[@snowcone3195]

Great song, just wondering if the start was sampled from mr. Blue sky.

[@ShayferJames]

So samples here!

[@anonymousbagel528]

i don’t understand how this has only 51k views, when i remembered it i expected at least 1M, it deserves that at least,

[@ShayferJames]

🙏🤷‍♂️

[@icaricc]

Mad at myself for taking so long to find this

[@ShayferJames]

You’re right on time. ✨

[@icaricc]

@@ShayferJames can never be too late to find a masterpiece I suppose

[@Dizzy-Fizzy]

Absolutely love your music, been listening for a few months and HAD to come over to your KZbin to say it!! Dunno if you’re still checking the comments on this video, but I hope you know you’re absolutely wonderful at what you do!!

[@ShayferJames]

I sure am checking! And this means the world, thank you 🙏

[@anonimanonim2710]

Guy looks like the bird on his shoulder is forcing him to sell the elephant to a shady circus. And he's reluctant, not because he cares about the animal, but because he thinks he can get a better deal, but the bird need drug money NOW!

[@ShayferJames]

🦉 😂

[@fartgodjosi5410]

A carrot is the best pet a person can have

[@ShayferJames]

🤔

[@johnoconnell5004]

A fan made animatic for The Batman (2022) brought me to this song.

[@ShayferJames]

Ooooh. I’ll have to watch it,

[@juses6184]

Really good

[@ShayferJames]

Why thank you :)

[@_-drowsy-_]

This. This fits my story WAY too well.

[@ShayferJames]

🖤✨

[@isopod122]

this is my favorite song

[@ShayferJames]

I’m so glad!

[@Mossi-mations]

this song means a lot to me because im trans and I don’t want to be my fathers son anymore :)

[@Shadows_light2970]

Either Mr Shayfer is huge or that elephant is really tiny

[@ShayferJames]

😂😂

[@crow0557]

Verse 1] Wielding words like aimless arrows You should be careful where you stand It could be days, it could be hours But every arrow's got to land So if you're any good at riddles You should take a crack at this If every second has a fiddle Does every razor have a wrist? It fits so well [Chorus] What you've become is your father's son which Will never be much of anyone Well, what you've become is your father's son which Will never be much of, of anyone [Verse 2] Stealing time in raids and riots Now you've more than you can hold And so you're gambling with a giant From some fairytale you've told So if you're any good at bluffing I suggest you do it quick 'cause everyone is next to nothing And every tock will have a tick It fits so well [Chorus 2] What you've become is your father's son which Will never be much of anyone Well, what you've become is your father's son which Will never be much of anyone Well, what you've become can not be undone and You'll never be much of, of anyone [Bridge] God help you if you ever need a friend God help you if you ever need a friend God help you if you ever need a friend God help you if you ever Ever, oh-oh-oh-oh

[@Barksenji]

Spotify suggested this to me when I was looking for similar songs to "Nothing left to Bury" from Willow Moore, and I have to say this song is absolutely amazing and I've been listening to it for hours! Props to you man, you make incredible music.

[@ShayferJames]

So glad you found it friend

[@Xnirru]

I know I'm late but i just found this song and i love it already ❤

[@ShayferJames]

You’re right on time friend

[@beresrobert4262]

A bit disappointed the lyrics aren't actually "what you've become is your father sandwich" :p

[@ShayferJames]

You and me both. Sometimes I just miss an opportunity 🥪

[@sal4316]

Slaps so hard

[@ShayferJames]

✨✨✨✨

[@luminagames3814]

You are the best discover ive ever made, your music is /amazing/

[@ShayferJames]

That is a incredible compliment my friend, thank you!!

[@magnusstokes6980]

I know this wasn't the intended interpretation but this song speaks a lot to me as a trans man

[@ShayferJames]

I’m so glad it speaks to you. This makes me very happy ✨🖤✨

[@wedograydon5748]

Im going to be better than my father hes terrible but i love him i don't want to be him im going to be better

[@ShayferJames]

You already are. Simply via this kind of self awareness. Cheers!!

[@wedograydon5748]

Thx friend i appreciate ur kind words ur music is the best thing i ever came across in my life

[@misterblueskyyy]

You deserve better and always have, brother. You have always been better. And you have never deserved the way he's treated you. Love and solidarity.

[@drakomilanobeonderaka9858]

@@misterblueskyyy this is my other account an I thank you I've got a job now an a car plus an ID im doing good

[@Xaeram]

Is there anywhere I can find an instrumental version of this? I love the backing vocals at 1:33 and want to hear them in more detail

[@ShayferJames]

No instrumentals at the moment

[@Xaeram]

One day 🫡

[@liambean8697]

@@ShayferJames "at the moment" bro it's been 13 fuckin years

[@izzysbusy69]

800th like :D

[@ShayferJames]

🎉🎉🎉

[@sarauwu6902]

No le entendi ni verga pero esta bien perrona B)👌

[@ShayferJames]

❤️❤️❤️

[@pudding2051]

I relate to this a bit too much😳 great music man!

[@ShayferJames]

Thank you!

[@netwicks1126]

can i be my fathers daughter though?

[@ShayferJames]

Of course

[@margaretsharbono2218]