SONATA ARCTICA - A Monster Only You Can't See (Official Lyric Video)

[@NorthernWolf92]

I absolutely love this. Through my lonely childhood Sonata Arctica was always there and helped me through so much. As an adult i have been blessed to see them 4 times live and definitely gonna make it a 5th. Tony's voice is just so comforting and warm, it feels like home

[@straightbrutality9264]

I feel the same exact way my friend.

[@NorthernWolf92]

@@straightbrutality9264 they really have touched many lives. I hope you enjoy the new album brother, happy listening 🤘

[@straightbrutality9264]

@@NorthernWolf92yeah, sonata arctica was with me through some of the darkest times of my life. I always felt tony’s lyrics in my heart, ever since i first heard the power of one on the silence album. I actually seen sonata live with nightwish years ago, and ran into tony on the side of the street. I said hi, and got a picture with him. The truth is i wanted to say so much to him that night, but i didn’t want to come off as crazy, or a fanatic. I always thought about writing him a letter after that night. I just wasn’t sure on how to go about that. After all of these years i am glad they are still making music.

[@NorthernWolf92]

@@straightbrutality9264 thank you for sharing your story. I'm very jealous you were able to meet him! I hope you get the chance to give him your letter, he seems like an amazing guy so i'm sure he would appreciate it. I have my older brother to thank for playing wolf and raven on his phone and putting sonata arctica on his mp3 that i'd steal to go listen to them 😅 i'd say the happiest moment of my life was seeing SA live for the very first time and jumping to don't say a word

[@stefaniemarchewka7135]

I feel the same 🤗💓

[@briargreenwood]

Words simply cannot describe how much I love this song. I come back to Sonata Arctica every winter without fail, and it always helps me get through seasonal affective kicking my ass eight ways to Sunday. Hope I can see them live someday! 💙

[@SylvaCyn]

Currently listening to this as I am back in the gym after a very depressing and confusing time in my life. Thank you for the music, Sonata ❤

[@KSengage86]

Plan on doing the same. Get it! *hugs*

[@lalometalik]

Same, fam. Same.

[@michaelpinon238]

Same. Sonata resonates both when you are at your lowest and when you are recovered.

[@powerwavz]

I love all of Sonata Arctica's catalog, but it is so refreshing to hear them return to their roots.

[@Matakshaman]

Pre-2010 Sonata was great. Post-2010 Sonata is great. I admit it took me a few years to really listen to the whole albums but now they're among my favorites. I feel like the lyrics resonate with me more, while in the past, I enjoyed the music more. Still, I am so glad I stuck around to hear this.❤

[@dpsuciodan]

And remember, it truly makes the most beautiful music 🐺❤

[@varjsol]

Front-man Tony Kakko explains: “How we all may have in our group of friends that one person who seems to be a magnet for all kinds of problems, many of which he/she may not even see himself/herself. Maybe you’re that one? You might be an asshole, but you’re OUR asshole and we can see through all that, see the real you, and help. And when children arrive to the scene, they all fit under that same umbrella. Don’t worry. We’ll kick your butt up that hill.”

[@HerrFrutex]

Probably that's why think this song would perfectly fit for Barney Stinson from HIMYM....

[@onibonesmedia]

I hear some Queen inspired riffage here, and it's fuckin tasteful as hell! Been a fan of Sonata since 2001, and glad to still be a part of the journey!

[@waerart]

I feel like the song is a message directly from the band to us, the fans. Tony lied when he said he was going to keep creating the music that he wants to do in his own way, instead they went back to their roots to help us win whatever we are going through. That’s what this band is, a friend that helps you get through hard times. That’s why so many of us are die-hard fans. And we are assholes for all of the times we complained that we didn’t like a song lol.

[@elkutuplay]

Totally agree with you, my friend!

[@MaX20RoD]

Amén!!!!!!

[@DMmm-is5pu]

I've thought about this. On one hand if a band doesn't like the music they produce, they aren't gonna stick around long. Yet the fans who were attracted to a style of music may not be thrilled when things change. I've grown away from a number of bands because of this. It's always great when bands find a way back to their roots.

[@FrakintheboX]

“Assholes” certainly refers to the “fans” who moaned and cried on the KZbin comments on all Sonata’s albums for the last ten years. “i MiSs tHe oLd SoNaTa” …that crowd. Instead of appreciating a new sound, they whine about every album release

[@nicksevenow]

@@FrakintheboX 10 years ? It's been since 2007's Unia which might be their most creative and complex piece of art to this day. The Days Of Grays is simply fantastic, the overall composition and work with instruments such as organs make it a must-have. I only found Talviyö a bit under, but it still has great songs and I listen to it from time to time. No one has to force themselves to like anything but saying everything after Reckoning Night is bad shows you simply have bad taste or you didn't pay attention to the music. And since the drummer isn't full-speed blasting all the way through 10 songs anymore those whiny lil bitches can't be satisfied so... But this band is way more than just that and if I speak, those self-absorbed elitist metalheads don't like Sonata, they like just 4 of their albums.

[@AdrianBenegasMusic]

Tony Kakko is one of the best songwriters in Metal. Never loses the magic 🪄At first listening, it feels like past and future merged on this song, I mean, old school Sonata (which I love) meeting the reinvented Sonata Arctica from 2012 and on. Does it make sense? :P

[@Theodax1]

What an absolutely INCREDIBLE love letter and a MUCH NEEDED 'Gibbs Slap' to the back of the skull for the fans of this phenomenal band! THIS is so much the sound I've missed on the last two previous albums, where I thought they got a little too 'preachy' for my tastes. What a glorious return to form. Can't wait for the rest of this amazing album.

[@terryflores8098]

La piel se me eriza al escuchar la voz y los instrumentos gracias sonata

[@Katia.Eternal]

Ay cabrones la amé 💖 me hace sentir arrullada y segura, el feeling de todos los últimos discos de Sonata

[@bjwolf5965]

awesome gift for all of us! thank you, guys))❄😍❄

[@KSengage86]

Based on the two songs i heard, this is the first time I've been super excited about a Sonata album since Pariah's Child a decade ago. Seems to have that nice blend of melodic power metal and progressive elements of Reckoning Night and Unia which was my favorite era of Sonata. I miss this musical therapy, which has helped my through some dark and lonely times for nearly 20 years.

[@berserk5270]

Um pouco sim ... Mas ainda está mto devagar ....

[@BedrockBreakers64]

What I love about Tony and SA is that he always finds a way to make EVERY SONG different, unique, catchy, capture different moods and this song is no exception!!!!

[@kuunvalotar]

Same here, as long as I've been listening to Sonata I have loved how the music and his voice interpretate different feelings and moods in this powerful way! Goes straight to heart indeed 🤍🎵

[@BedrockBreakers64]

@kuunvalotar 100%... I don't understand how some fans can't connect with all Sonata albums. They are equally rich but in different yet familiar ways. Their loss truly!

[@saidegart]

I really enjoy listening to Sonata Arctica. Even, when lots of people have criticized them due to the tunes and albums they recently released. It's great to hear this awesome melody! Greetings from Colombia.

[@JamesMastriotti-zp8se]

What an odd, great little song. Breaks a lot of molds for typical song writing, lyrical rhyme scheme and vocal phrasing are unique and refreshing. It sounds like it could belong on their "Pariahs Child" album, which I think is their supreme masterpiece, not only song wise, but production/sound wise. This new tune is kind of proggy, kind of ballady, Queen esque, and not overly flashy on the bands end, even the guitar solo isn't demanding the listeners attention at the expense of the song as a whole, although I would have liked to hear more ripping considering the guitar is quite tame on this track. Everyone seems to be out of the others way while still contributing to the song. I'll give it a solid 7.1/10. And if is this is a taste of what the new album will be like, I'll be more than satisfied.

[@johncrichton2556]

parah child sucks, their first classics are the true masterpieces. that we all love and want.

[@victorgabrielkostochenskor6892]

Pariah Child is really their absolute masterpiece. It's a shame dumb listeners don't know how to listen.

[@JamesMastriotti-zp8se]

@@johncrichton2556 No way dude, I like ecliptica and WG, but were just another stratovarius euro power metal clone band then, there's great songs, most assuredly, but no real identity or fingerprint. They were firing on all cylinders and really found their voice with Pariah's Child. It just had so much personality and style, not to mention every song is as good as the previous one, and the production quality smoked their early stuff.

[@Chazorian]

Sonata sounds like Sonata. And I am happy about that.

[@IvanaPrica]

Finally!!! Great new song. Sonata Arctica back to its roots ❤

[@thirdofhisname3]

Your music saved my life...on more than few occasions 😔

[@vesimiesshy]

Such a beautiful melody and lyrics. I love their all music style. ❤

[@mikkosalminen523]

Very good song, melodies are great!

[@LuigiMarchelle]

I love you guys. Thank you for the music

[@conneryfan]

Good song, reminds me of the best times - "The Days of Grays"

[@maeguk1]

Sorry the best times where before Unia, 1999-2006

[@george89]

​@@maeguk1Best times were Silence to Days of Grays. ;)

[@ZackAttackLehman444]

This track is killer! I’m stoked for this new chapter in the SA book of amazing album.

[@priscillamarques4333]

Música de natal

[@straightbrutality9264]

Man, i am so happy with the mixing on this song. What a wonderful sound overall.

[@stunningcactus978]

I'm so glad they opted to go back to an actual studio instead of self-producing. The difference is huge.

[@straightbrutality9264]

@@stunningcactus978 yeah, me too dude. If talviyo was mixed like this it would be an epic album. The mixing was the worst i ever heard. Who knows, maybe we will get a re-release in the future.

[@thor_nay]

They have gone back to Mikko Karmila for mixing and the result speaks by itself

[@eclipticsonata1313]

​@@straightbrutality9264 The worst mixing I ever heard is The Ninth Hour, that is atrocious. I can at least listen to Talviyo.

[@straightbrutality9264]

@@eclipticsonata1313thats crazy because its the complete opposite for me. Talviyo sounds exrremely flat and muddy. To me the ninth hour was pretty well mixed, though not perfect. I could hear everything pretty clearly on that album. A few parts the vocals were slightly buried under the mix. I think the ninth hour was one of their best albums of all time. I guess that proves its a-lot of personal perception, and taste.

[@InexploradoSobrenatural]

Como eu amo Sonata Arctica

[@annsagnafeilberg]

Nice! I'm looking forward to hearing the rest! 🥰

[@EpuoHg]

This and "First in Line" are a welcome return to form for Sonata. Imho. Here's to hope the entire new album keeps that pace and quality :)

[@kuunvalotar]

Already liked First In Line, but this one is amazing! Really love how the structure is changing during the song, finally the mixing sounds clear, it has that "wintry" feeling and Toni's vocals are beautiful! 🤍🐺❄️ My personal favourite Sonata-era are the albums from Winterheart's Guild to The Days of Grays, and both of these new singles do remind me of their feeling, which I love. Can't wait for the whole album 🎵

[@TenEicken]

You know exactly what you are talking about. Thank you, that's also my view! 👍

[@samuel8484]

Muy fan de ese a**hole que todos tenemos en nuestro grupo de amigos/as y al que hay quw ayudar porque se le quiere. Lo gracioso es que ese a**hole puede rotar o incluso haber sido uno mismo ;) y los amigos/as de verdad son quienes te salvan. Gracias, Sonata Arctica :)

[@ProphetBaldur11]

Thank you for giving us light in our lives

[@FrakintheboX]

I am so glad they have returned to studios to master this. Pasi’s studio was not very good at mastering. This album already sounds so clear

[@arturorodal6402]

This is the real and good sonata . They back .

[@DMTFLTV]

Sonata Arctica and DragonForce releasing a week apart? I feel like I'm 15 in the '00s again and I'm loving it

[@jeffreywarf]

New firewind came out just yesterday as well

[@GoldenTruth22]

long live power metal woo!

[@mattiasandersson7048]

Such a great start with this 2 songs! Love them!

[@kgb00782]

awesome song ❄️❄️❄️

[@Chris-zi6ki]

It’s like Queen meets Euro power metal 🤘🤘 fucking rules!

[@waerart]

Wow! Tony sounds better than ever ❤

[@ReigningPhoenixMusicOfficial]

[@skyflyer7987]

This song is fantastic!

[@valerit8469]

Morceau fabuleux. Du grand Sonata arctica. Merci !

[@Pascaluche33]

Tout à fait d'accord !!! 🤘😃

[@MaximusAdonicus]

"Respect a**hole" is my new favorite lyric! 🍑❤

[@vinivmoraes]

This song absolutely is a Sonata Arctica's masterpiece!

[@lalometalik]

THIS SONG SPEAKS TRUTH!!! LOVE YOU GUYS!!!

[@ImperfectDark]

Great melodies and great lyrical concept!

[@armandogarciaromero]

Es muy agradable está llena de armonía está viva y es hermosa.

[@SlavesOfTime]

very good to hear the Sonata and its essence ! 👏🏼

[@hautphenneeddy1439]

MAGNIFIQUE !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@yayforme789]

I think this is the first Sonata song I've liked in several years. Very cool!

[@Tibbyo0oShamandalie]

The more I listen to this song, the more I get the feeling that it's about drug addiction/depression. They already touched the topic in 2001 song "sing in silence" (the monkey slowly climbed on her back", referring to drug addiction). Many parts of this song remind me of that ("On your shoulder we behold/ A monster only you can't see"..."Can we keep the rain abay/Once you were sliding away/All the way down without a rail/You tried a new way/Driving everyone away/Your eyes cannot lie like your face/There is no glory in disgrace"). This is the vibe I'm getting from this song, and I love it. I could be wrong though, I read in another comment that it could imply a message to us, old fans, being the "assholes" and listening to the song under that perspective, also makes sense. In any case, it's a great song with -finally- a great sound (sorry for being the asshole :)))

[@HerrFrutex]

It's about severe depression, that's for sure.....that's why it hit so hard....

[@uwes4787]

I cant say anything....Iam so hoping i get a chance to see them live, this song connecnts perfectly to the old songs

[@BloodthirstyAcademic]

I saw them live this November, it was the highlight of my semester. I really wish you get that chance

[@Nopeahuoli1]

Seen them live since first album and listened it alot and can say that this and other new song doesnt connect at all with old ones 😅

[@kelveferro1573]

Sonata e Stratovarius são bandas que nos transportam pra um lugar frio e aconchegante,difícil esplicar

[@fisico_rabudo]

né, é um frio convidativo e acolhedor, não sei explicar também. Um frio bom e nostálgico.

[@amadoalvarez3171]

Beautiful song! FOREVER SONATA ARCTICA! Greetings from Mexico 🤘😎🇲🇽🤘

[@alirezamashayekh9990]

That melody is fire ngl

[@peacockfilletsteak]

You know, I wasn't fully into this song on first listen but every listen after that has seen it really grow on me. I still think the chorus is a little long, but I really like the verses and weirdly long bridge to the solo. I'm very excited for this album. Song sounds a little more like something you might hear on Pariah's Child rather than early material, but that's fine by me. We'll be getting solid variety in songwriting from the album if these first two songs are any indication. I have no idea what to expect next and that's kind of thrilling. But best of all is the mix and sound quality is way better than the last few albums. I'd love a copy of Talviyo and Ninth Hour remixed and remastered. Ninth Hour has actually turned into one of my favorite Sonata albums over the years.

[@eclipticsonata1313]

I love the songwriting in The Ninth Hour, but the audio quality makes it their worst album for me, and I am no audiophile. I need to listen to it with high-end equipment to make it bearable.

[@george89]

​@@eclipticsonata1313The last album, Talviö, was their most badly mixed ones.

[@eclipticsonata1313]

@@george89 Ninth Hour sounds worse unfortunately. I have to use an insane amount of EQ to even bother with it.

[@WolfOfLosAngeles]

Song lyrics and music make so much sense to my life 🐺🤘🏽

[@stefaniemarchewka7135]

Love the song 🤘💙🤗💙

[@DadoSimicStudiostriver]

Solid tune, it carries the spirit of old Sonata Arctica well. I generally wish i can hear synth parts more, some line are hard to listen, especially harpsichord melodies. That is why i liked first two albums very much. All those blistering fast lines i hear perfectly. :) I`m glad i heard the song, it transend me to my childhood and days when i started studing , i was not parting with Ecliptica or Silence not a single day.

[@jeremendoza5492]

I'm a die hard fan of the band, and this is easilly in the top5 songs they have ever created

[@Mente_Fugaz]

this is beautiful ~

[@q.i.9606]

Amazing song ❤

[@gabrieldornelas9056]

Awesome, what a great major piece. Sonata Arctica is immortal.

[@DanBraithwaite]

Quickly one of my favourite anti-depression songs. We all need a hand sometimes. Remember your friends when they need you.

[@junok1574]

예전의 모습을 보고 싶네요. 제발 이번 앨범은 과거로 돌아간 모습이였으면 좋겠습니다😊

[@poseidonstrident1457]

ετσι ακριβώς !!

[@saltandpepper9389]

❤❤❤

[@blas4577]

Esto es Sonata ,TEMAZO 🤘🤘

[@fuutaroututor8661]

This track really resembles old Sonata Arctica, and the production is super clean. I am anxious to listen to " Clear Cold Beyond"

[@ScrewDJ_McDuck]

No, clean your ears

[@BloodthirstyAcademic]

​@ScrewDJ_McDuck Go and clean your brain, you toxic waste of oxygen. You have no right to be this hurtful to people who are just enjoying music

[@claudioalvesrodriguesjunior]

Finally new album announced

[@santiias]

Este single nos demostró las portadas que traía el disco original y no nos dimos cuenta de eso, cómo sabrán, el disco salió ayer y es muy bueno 🩵✨

[@LaloToledo]

ON REPEAT 🔥🔥🔥

[@sandorlorinczy781]

Szuper !!!!!!. Köszönet magyarországból. Egyszer gyertek el hozzánk.

[@braulioherrada659]

Such great band 🤟🏻🤟🏻🤟🏻🤟🏻🤟🏻

[@lyudmilatodorova2832]

Magnificent 👍

[@JaremasteR]

Goddamn... Makes me happy!

[@nyo-bolootens9167]

This is a masterpiece ❤ Really touching. I know the song where i go to hyperfocus on for the next couple days ❤

[@ReigningPhoenixMusicOfficial]

thank you 😍

[@Ironmaiden654]

Definitely reminds me of early 2000s Sonata! Nice!

[@victorgabrielkostochenskor6892]

Incrível! A melhor banda de metal melódico sem dúvida nenhuma.

[@frankweber1032]

Sonata Arctica are the best ,i have see you in Aschaffenburg it was a great show. Come again

[@robTCGZ]

This band is so close and dear to my heart. Cannot wait for the new album! I liked the songs in the last album, but the production and the sound were a total mess. It seems those issues were indeed corrected for this album.

[@Romelukaku1]

Tony showing everyone that he mastered this style and he can do it flawlessly whenever he wants to.

[@kgb00782]

Awesome 👍

[@blacksun1594]

Amazing Job ❤️

[@AkiraAkiyama]

Welcome back, Sonata Arctica. Here I am too!

[@SAYAAWAM]

Cinta yg sesungguhnya adalaah karya waw aku penggemar dari aku dari INDONESIA lagu ini sangat indah dan begitu mewakili bagi yang merasa brengsek👍👍 karya yang sangat bagus🇲🇨🇲🇨🇲🇨🇲🇨🇲🇨 god job!!!!!👍👍

[@Nopeahuoli1]

I keep wondering why people keep saying they went back to their roots, these new songs sound nothing like ecliptica or silence... Had my hopes up thought.

[@george89]

Didn't get it either. This sounds like some weird meshup of their B-side ideas with clumsy lyrics. I hate cheesy Power Metal, but Sonata Arctica were always more complex than that.

[@KSengage86]

If anything it seems more like Unia and somewhat Reckoning Night - a blend of the melodic power metal and early progressive elements from 18-20 years ago which to me is Sonata at their best.

[@devison1207]

Obrigado muito bom

[@Nobodys64]

Keep the road!

[@danielfurr7356]

This is definitely a mix between Unia and Talviyo. The former album I love, the latter not as much. One thing that SA fans seem to forget is that even their earlier albums were about 30-40% mid-tempo and ballad tracks. It was not 100% speedy power metal. With that said, I'd be lying if I said this track isn't overall a bit of a letdown - not because of its speed, but simply the melodic punch isn't there. It's not a bad song by any means, though, and the keys are quite nice.

[@agricfinanceiro]

These albuns are just what I don't like in Sonata

[@BedrockBreakers64]

Tony is challenging the fans again... Listen to the latest Nightwish, and they have more of a mature and a bit eccentric way of doing the lyrical melodies, to which maybe Tony is taking partial direction on... It is seemingly different but familiar, and I think that is part of the goal here... Maybe some Queen inspiration is thrown in for good measure as well...

[@sarandaperez3923]

I discovered SA during their TDOG-album and went back to their whole catalogue. I easily called them my favorite band for years because I could relate so much to the deep lyrics, the dark and layered music, the heart-breaking ballads aswell as the energetic power metal songs. Still, their midtempo songs were my favorites (Blinded No More, Gravenimage, Broken,...) Since SGHN, I am having a hard time to connect to their songs. Not because they are bad (because they surely aren't) but I felt a certain switch in the depth of the lyrics and melody lines. The older lyrics were very open to imagination and everyone could interpret their own meaning and emotions into them despite the fact that Tony had his very own stories behind them. The lyrics now tend to be straight forward, and if you can't connect to the topic, you're out. For example, I don't have kids, so how can I relate to songs like I Have A Right or A Little Less Understanding? But since I'm a very lyric-driven person, this is an important point for me. The only thing that could help me out is a heartfelt melody that gets stuck in my mind and soul. I could only find a few of these in the later albums. Of course, there are exceptions, like Til Death's Done us Apart or We Are What We Are. Long story short, I am looking very forward to the new album in big hopes for more soul hymns :)

[@danielfurr7356]

@@sarandaperez3923 I agree about the lyrics having declined in quality a bit. Even as a parent, those tracks you mentioned don't really hit me in the "feels" too much, as the themes are pretty safe and generic (such as "I Have a Right").

[@Hellbassist]

🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@izzmoroz]

It's a miracle! the beautiful love child between Nightwish and old Sanata😊

[@rr9229]

Nota 10 Muito boa! 👏👏👏👏👏🤟🤘🇧🇷

[@MOON-SHADOW-ANNE]

I think Tony is Talking to his best friend here. There is several things in the lyrics that give it away big time.

[@igor.Vp1]

Maravilhoso, como sempre são.

[@alexarellano2258]

Sonata Arctica: *RESPECT* Also Sonata Arctica: Asshole Nice song, you were real when told us you'll be back to your roots, you are so back even the low budget video clips returned! I am so happy to listen to anything you create guys, you are forever my number 1, I don't care the music style, I'm just happy to have new music from you. I'm waiting impatiently for 03/08

[@World227games]

Ждем, очень ждем новый альбом

[@Cadriella98]

I'm really enjoying this song, I'd say this takes a lot of what You've been working on the last few years, refined it, and made it a little heavier. Excellent work, though I'm a more biased SA fan 😅so I may not be the best judge.

[@MasterAlarad]

I'm sorry but the "asshole" part really caught me off guard XD

[@HerrFrutex]

Sometime friends need to use clear language. Sugarcoating everything is not helpful, if your friend is in this kind of problems. That's why it fits so well.

[@justicegf]

First impression of the lyrics - it sounds like the narrator is speaking to their own internal 'monster'. Criticising their past actions and acknowledging that they've been protected, tolerated and indulged by their peers, despite going off the rails and making some bad decisions. Great tune IMO and hopefully lots more to look forward to from Sonata.

[@lithering3189]

The official SA websitew has this. Front-man Tony Kakko explains: “How we all may have in our group of friends that one person who seems to be a magnet for all kinds of problems, many of which he/she may not even see himself/herself. Maybe you’re that one? You might be an asshole, but you’re OUR asshole and we can see through all that, see the real you, and help. And when children arrive to the scene, they all fit under that same umbrella. Don’t worry. We’ll kick your butt up that hill.”

[@rocknrollismyreligion]

Esse cara é uma maquina de fazer melodias! takeu pariu! Longa vida ao Sonata!