Steven Wilson - Song of Unborn

[@_MrPink_]

So many musicians. So many. And yet so few can do what Steven does. He reaches right into us, takes our souls out, and then gently puts them back. If only he could know how many of us he makes life worth living for. I cannot express in words how this man affects me. I can only thank him.

[@dr.emilschaffhausen4683]

And such a small percentage of the world knows his name..... Travesty

[@agtbruinsman7190]

You are not alone in how his music effects people

[@basedtrucker]

Steve Wilson fans over emphasize and over exaggerate the deep nature of his music, obviously i listen to it,but damn y'all over hype his music

[@_MrPink_]

@@basedtrucker I have a degree in music, was a recording engineer and a producer. Think whatever you like. I'll think what I like.

[@basedtrucker]

@@_MrPink_ somehow i dont at all doubt that

[@philipmazonson4694]

It's not what you'll possess It's how you will express The essence of you It's not the wage you earn It's about the things you learn And the love that you feel It's not what you'll conceal It's all that you'll reveal That will make you be you The perfection of you Now the shadows are long And the cities are lost [to rain/terrain?] When you wake up every day To find nothing's changed But before you can speak You will learn that it's all the same And the dreams that you will have Are public domain And the country lanes are dead With the time to come It's not the years you pass It's about the moments that last Forever in you Now the shadows are long And the cities are lost [to rain/terrain?] When you wake up every day To find nothing's changed But before you can speak You will learn that it's all the same And the dreams that you will have Are public domain Now the time that has gone Doesn't matter to anyone When the country lanes are dead With the time yet to come Now the world is exhausted And the wreckage is all around But the arc of your life Will still be profound Don't be afraid to die Don't be afraid to be alive Don't be afraid to die Don't be afraid to be alive Don't be afraid

[@franciscotorresvila127]

Thanks

[@PhilFoal]

It's "And the cities are lost TO RAIN" Also - "And the country lanes are DECKED" - "Now the time that IS gone" - "WELL the world is exhausted The wreckage is all around" (no "And") - "But the arc of your life COULD still be profound"

[@rickmin13]

But the arc of your life *Can* still be profound

[@PhilFoal]

rickmin13 According to the cd booklet it's "could"

[@JianLakerson]

@@PhilFoal "decked?" Please explain...

[@chahataggarwal8121]

Steven Wilson keeps giving us masterpieces after masterpieces. We are not worthy.

[@iamvioletflamelove]

the whole point is that we are worthy!

[@paritoshvaidya2348]

Only guitars n drums r worthy of STEVEN

[@PeterAllanCobbbritishboy]

@@paritoshvaidya2348 Only 'and' & 'are' should be worthy on a post relating to him and his music

[@theactualcanadian8300]

He would disagree. The people worthy are the ones willing to try, and listen

[@ashima9w]

@@theactualcanadian8300 we are nobody to try steven wilson man

[@DeborahEdelen333]

Years ago I'd been walking in solitude through a beautiful wooded path amid falling autumn leaves, when suddenly a shaft of sunlight poured down on me, and I stopped in my tracks. A deep sense of grace visited me as I realized that although my belief in the beauty of the universe had left me unafraid of death, I feared the pain of life terribly, and a tear rolled down my cheeks. But the light warmed me and seemed to say, "Your path is safe and beautiful. Don't be afraid". I always think back on that wooded path as the country lane decked with the time to come, and the last lyrics never fail to bring that feeling, that mist back into my eyes.

[@angelsfifth27]

Wow 💜

[@RajdeepBorgohainRajdeep]

Steve Wilson means: 1) Quality Music 2) Quality Lyrics 3) Quality animation I imagine how can someone be so creatively synchronize animation with the lyrics. The perspective of this song is picturized very precisely. Much respect Sir !

[@DethThrasher1]

"2) Quality Lyrics" lol

[@Jezza672]

the animation is only good when Jess Cope does it. Lasse Hoile hasn't made a decent video in his life

[@RajdeepBorgohainRajdeep]

@@Jezza672 yes indeed. Apex level of creativity

[@amostlyreasonableguy]

Rajdeep Borgohain Steven Wilson is a musical genius but why not give credit to the animator Jess Cope who conceived and designed the entire animation you just watched? She is who synchronized the concepts so well here, just like she did with Drive Home, The Raven that refused to sing, and Routine.

[@criscarl2]

@@DethThrasher1 Still better love story than Twilight... sorry, better than Despacito lol

[@skarrx2416]

4:31 Those Gojira boys have talked to Steven about whales

[@footballorsoccer_]

Lol when I saw this for live I thought the same thing but maybe Steven doesn't listen to Gojira :/ whoever made the video for sure does though

[@vladyyzz]

Reminded me of Born in winter's anim right from the start

[@schizophrenicenthusiast]

@@footballorsoccer_ Steven listens to everything. Here's why I think that is In an old interview, he talked about how his fans complained about a certain album of his being too short, so he mentioned as counter-argument a few short albums that were classics, one of which was Slayer's Reign in Blood. And that got me to think, if Steven considers that to be a masterpiece, an album that is way different than all the music he's ever done, then he definitely listens to everything out there, and enjoys it. Peace

[@xSH4D0WHUN73Rx]

Kevin Chiliquinga he’s talked about gojira before and he liked that they were a creative metal band, not your generic metal band that all sound the same.

[@footballorsoccer_]

@@xSH4D0WHUN73Rx source?

[@PabloSaavedra84]

I saw this live, and I couldn’t take my sight out of the screen, it was amazing, emotional, stunning and perfect for a Song of Unborn. Long live to Jess Cope!

[@ShinDSER]

Same. A breathtaking moment.

[@fadighazzi9551]

exactly what I was thinking

[@blacksawesome]

Yes. You summed it up perfectly.

[@dgvtx82]

Jess Cope makes masterpieces, love her work!

[@cubicle89]

Lucky you, they didn't play it live when I watched them.

[@lucasbellesi3783]

Since I've listened to this song for the first time, it touched my soul and I knew it would dwell in my heart over the years. At the beginning, I used to read the lyrics in an external perspective, like some human or entity was providing wise advice on living for an unborn, as the title suggests. Nowadays, it became something so internal and intimate, by listening to this section: Now the world is exhausted And the wreckage is all around But the arc of your life Will still be profound It's not a warning for an unborn that will experience suffering. It's a message for someone who has already experienced an excruciating pain. The kind of pain that suffocates you, weighs in your chest and seems that never is going to relieve. It's for someone who has lived and suffered. It hits me so deep I can't even describe... it gives me strength. It helped me to keep going in a phase of my life where my traumas were unveiled and pain was almost everything, while my scars were bleeding. Now I see the lyrics as something that comes from the inside. It is a message that our inner voice teaches ourselves as we live and mature... as we strive to carry on through grief. That voice is trying to remember us what is truly important: express our essence, the things we learn, the love that we feel, what we will reveal, the memories that last forever in us... And is remembering us what is not essencial too. That voice is remembering us that we can overcome our pain and traumas, the wreckage that is all around, and still have a profound life. That voice makes me believe that, one day, I'll be truly born for a life of fullness, in peace with my essence. Don't be afraid!

[@alannicolle3361]

For some decades now I have waited for a song that affects me as much or more than Rush - Mission. Mission has always inspired me...this one does the same, but on some other level. Two songs I listen to when I want to really FEEL something.

[@melodic777]

I always say, if I’m on my death bed, put on Mission from A Show of Hands and let me pass during the solo outro. Dying to Alex, Geddy, and Neil delivering a moment of music that captures my soul would be perfect.

[@alannicolle3361]

That's so cool. Hope it i many years before the song is heard by everyone but yourself

[@dr.emilschaffhausen4683]

I've never shed more tears listening to another artist, and I've never been as happy listening to another artist.

[@cccc7388]

Couldn't say it better !

[@BJM3497]

You have exquisite taste!!

[@akshaybhardwaj10]

Steven is just perfect. I have been to about 25 concerts total and none of them compare to Steven's Hand. Cannot. Erase. performance. It still give me chills as to how beautiful and haunting his performance was at the same time. I wish he had visited India as part of the To The Bone tour as well as all the other comments are so positive about it.

[@xedasxedas]

25...envy is a bad thing but its all i've got for you stranger....friend.

[@agtbruinsman7190]

Just wait and see what the new Porcupine Tree reveals

[@chetnolan7496]

Another masterpiece, it really surprises me that this talented artist doesn't get the recognition that he deserves !!

[@TheEvilBere]

I love this song so much. It is spot on, not only for unborn babies.

[@harshalbahekar2096]

This is my favorite out of the album, the solo at end just wow, cheers from India !!!!!!

[@subhrajitghosh666]

Cheers

[@liukiang8329]

It's astounding how many people in India listen to Steven Wilson and Porcupine Tree.

[@moinshariff5594]

@@liukiang8329 yes sir, we love SW out here .. without his music mine and most of my friends lives are incomplete 😅 Long live SW 😎😎

[@AshokSingh-bc1zl]

And that's why Steven should include India in his next tour.

[@nikhilbankar4412]

Cheers!

[@milenariarr8329]

Muchas gracias señor Steven Wilson. Creo que eso le pasa a la mayoría (por no decir que a todos). "Vivimos", pero no nacemos, vivimos según los esquemas y aprobaciones de una fallida sociedad que tiene la torpeza de ser muy superficial. ¡Hay que empezar! ¡Hay que nacer o re-nacer! No importa la edad, no importa si estamos solos o no; pero hay que hacerlo. Vivir por y para nosotros, no para complacer a nadie más. Despojarnos de las vestiduras, nacer; y luego, cuando haya pasado... No tener miedo a morir; finalmente a todos nos va a pasar. ¡Gracias, muchas gracias genio querido SW! 💫🍷

[@Necroman98]

Thank you for this beautiful gift, Steven.

[@murenorocha]

While watching this video my stillborn child came to my mind. This song gave me some sort of soothing feeling. Steven Wilson is a fantastic musician, second to none, and the animation blends in perfectly with the song. Thank you, Steven and Jess.

[@danielflank5324]

My condolences. May God bless you and your wife with new life and new joy.

[@murenorocha]

Thank you for your gentle words.

[@LauraMongeArce]

I flew over 10 hours just to see Steven live and I cried when he played this song. Both the video and the song are beautiful!

[@davidhuggan6315]

Makes me cry too. The last 60 seconds. A beautiful message to anyone doing it tough right now - which is alot

[@deadweight6090]

One can not deny that this song wakes the soul up.

[@TedRoodmortgageguy]

"Don't be afraid". Words of wisdom to live by!

[@asloii_1749]

"... to care"

[@HTheEleventhHourY]

Music these days lack the magical ability to produce emotion,and here's this guy still nailing it with those feels. Hear closely you'll Drive Home.

[@waveoflight]

The Raven that Refused to Sing.

[@dfp5116]

I couldn't agree more!! I couldn't have said it any better!! The feel is like no other!!

[@supernapo]

This is the most underrated song of To the bone.

[@josephbennett4236]

No it isn't.

[@athreyaguru586]

People who eat darkness is

[@Tellygiorgos]

How do you know this ?

[@Tellygiorgos]

It is a very good song. How do you know that this "is the most underrated song of to the Bone". Whose rating are we talking about.

[@moishe43]

Steven Wilson always writes at least one track on each album that blows me away. This is the one on this album.

[@nourosama3789]

Steven Wilson is an example of a man who leaves a part of his soul in each work of art he creates!

[@jordancuthbert5561]

I had the immense privelage of seeing this incredible song live three times (including the first time it had ever been played) at the Royal Albert Hall shows. Words can't really do justice to what it felt like to experience this beautiful piece of art, in the flesh. Absolutely majestic.

[@presto2809]

One of the best songs in recent years. Spread the word! :-)

[@nsbd90now]

One of the best musical artists in recent years! :-D

[@Dipalideka-k9f]

God

[@jestle]

NL? :)

[@24beeldjes]

@@jestle Ikke? Echt wel! ;-)

[@jestle]

MOOI ZO!! X)

[@marcelob4132]

Steven's most beautifully melodic and inspired song since The Raven.

[@sanmatrachatterjee5010]

It's not what you'll possess It's how you will express The essence of you It's not the wage you earn It's about the things you learn And the love that you feel It's not what you'll conceal It's all that you'll reveal That will make you be you The perfection of you Now the shadows are long and the cities are lost to rain When you wake up every day to find nothing's changed But before you can speak, you will learn that it's all the same And the dreams that you will have are public domain And the country lanes are decked with the time to come It's not the years you pass It's about the moments that last forever in you Now the shadows are long and the cities are lost to rain When you wake up every day to find nothing's changed But before you can speak, you will learn that it's all the same And the dreams that you will have are public domain Now the time that is gone doesn't matter to anyone When the country lanes are decked with the time yet to come Well, the world is exhausted, the wreckage is all around But the arc of your life could still be profound Don't be afraid to die Don't be afraid to be alive Don't be afraid to die Don't be afraid to be alive Don't be afraid Thank you, thank you very much

[@panoskladas8582]

I love this song too much ❤ ! It reminds me our true, heavenly origins into the Space of the ancient Void. It's a glimpse of the Truth who reminds in Man his nobblest, highest and Divine purpose here in Earth. This song is just a bridge to the Heavens 💓!

[@helgacrown]

Miracle of birth. Steven is genius. Forever.

[@seekah1]

Hate to break it to you, it aint a miracle.

[@martyfreesabbath1538]

Life dedication to music and so many feelings inserted... it makes a person think what can and can't be done... Steven makes my eyes drown in the river of tears

[@andrewbrorherton6898]

Anathema and Steve Wilson should tour together. That would be something to see.

[@thanosstroumpoulis9005]

They did a few years ago ;)

[@gaavoid]

I’ve seen Anathema supporting Porcupine Tree on two separate tours. Deadwing tour and Fear of a Blank Planet (post release) tour.

[@KirillGh0st]

@@gaavoid wow. wish i was there

[@ronaldothomejunior3702]

And record an album with Peter Gabriel ;)

[@Groaverandout]

@@MrKorton That's just the way I like it. Too much effort and a fap becomes a chore.

[@Eddyspeeder]

Fantastic video to a song that is in itself breathtaking. I connect a lot with this song, especially surrounding the birth of our son 1.5 years ago.

[@Ottorocker1]

Steven Wilson, you are the seed of a tree in a world devastated by the self-destruction of consumption and the banalities of the market. You give hope to music, to the narrative and the unlimited possibility of conceptual art that few are sadly immersed in... Or maybe, that is probably the positive of it all. Again, thank you for existing and being part of your incredible compositions.

[@madmac66]

He’s incredible. Like Spielberg or John Hughes, Wilson is able to tap into the very core emotion of the human condition. It’s a rare skill

[@bryanwilkinson6859]

the song and film are so well put together.

[@tapestree3365]

Absolutely stunning imagery fitting for Steven's equally trance inducing song. Needless to say this was *live*. It sounds otherworldly. The timeline of procreation depicted in such a beautifully done animation, also with usage of analog camera tricks blows me. Wish I could give a 1000 likes.

[@cubicle89]

Speechless! This is why animation and music are some of the world's most potent forms of art.

[@franlovelsimic8421]

SW has among the best music videos out there in my opinion. Love how he doesn't stick to one director but experiments, just like with his music.

[@USMCSDI]

Is there ANYTHING Steven Wilson does that isn't PHENOMENAL?

[@NicNico]

The description for this video already sounds amazing. I love Sagan and Wilson. Two of my idols in the form of a music video... for Song of Unborn... You're a perfect Human Being Jess Cope.

[@Rassalcon]

I saw this live at the albert hall last year, it was the highlight or the night for me

[@Nightwatcher60]

Beautiful song, beautiful lyrics, beautiful video, touches the heart... Perfect ❤️ thanks for sharing 😍😍😍

[@michellegbruce]

It’s breathtaking. I was privileged to see this at Opera Copenhagen in February. Your a remarkable gifted man SIR. This song, the lyrics and to see the visual video interpretation! It was one of the best moments of my very long well lived life. See you next tour.

[@preet2692]

This comment warmed my heart, thank you for sharing your experience :-)

[@ScienceRules]

SW is a true and unique artist. He masters musical composition, sound production mixing, as well as lyrics writing, live stage visual design and video clips production. The result is absolutely awesome and some of his songs are so profound that loop in my mind. This song is one of them.

[@amirtech2005]

Steven Wilson works = pure fine arts ! Song title, music, video, lyric, live performance... all fulfilling

[@jeffreygrove]

Thanks so much for sharing this - my favorite track from TTB, and Alex's solo at the end just adds so much more drama and emotion. I really enjoy how you've worked with visual artists over the years to flesh out your creative visions... You're easily my favorite 'current' musician these days, Steven!

[@cobraimploder]

Ohhhh.....the melodies......the visuals, they take me on a cosmic journey! Beautiful tip of the hat to Carl Sagan.

[@inlucisabsentiam]

The most beautiful song. I absolutely teared up from just the memory of seeing this live for the first time in Chicago. Jess did a beautiful job, and I am glad that it got paired with the live version of the song. Makes it that much more powerful.

[@marclovato9797]

Reminds me times when my father left me... Far far away. Simply a great and strange emotion, straight heart and tears like waterfalls.

[@BeCoShooter]

Beautiful song. Beautiful video. Thanks Steven, thanks Jess.

[@sunrinrin4844]

Steven Willson, du bist einfach der beste, was uns passiert ist... Wir lieben dich! Du und Pink Floyd)))

[@sarahhu1388]

Everytime a new song pops up I think about life and how precious my family is... and begin to cry

[@DrSilvestri]

Seeing this premiere during the first night of the RAH shows was unforgettable. This song always chokes me up and today is no exception. Jess Cope nailed it. Thank you, Steven.

[@shoryuken3305]

Anyone going to talk about that solo at the end, I know Steven has a lot of good ones in his music but this one also needs to be appreciated :)

[@josephbennett4236]

SW didn't play it. And this extended solo was largely created / innovated by Alex Hutchings; it has little in common with the original on the studio album. Personally, I don't like this version; it is over-played and lacks the subtlety / understatement of the original.

[@ChipMatthews]

Jess Cope never fails to amaze with her incredible skill and creativity. Beautiful.

[@adam872]

This lived up to every possible expectation I could have had about the combination of the song and the images. Wow,. Steven and Jess are phenomenally talented and a fantastic team. Everything they've done together has been of the highest quality. This just makes me love the song even more.

[@bhaveshjain6950]

Verse 1] It's not what you'll possess It's how you will express The essence of you It's not the wage you earn It's about the things you learn And the love that you feel It's not what you'll conceal It's all that you'll reveal That will make you be you The perfection of you [Chorus 1] Now the shadows are long And the cities are lost to rain And when you wake up every day To find nothing's changed But before you can speak You will learn that it's all the same And the dreams that you will have Are public domain And the country lanes are decked With the time to come [Verse 2] It's not the years you pass It's about the moments that last Forever in you [Chorus 2] Now the shadows are long And the cities are lost to rain When you wake up every day To find nothing's changed But before you can speak You will learn that it's all the same And the dreams that you will have Are public domain [Chorus 3] Now the time that is gone Doesn't matter to anyone When the country lanes are decked With the time yet to come Well the world is exhausted And the wreckage is all around But the arc of your life Could still be profound [Outro] Don't be afraid to die Don't be afraid to be alive Don't be afraid to die Don't be afraid to be alive Don't be afraid MUSIC VIDEO

[@richardfisher9107]

Ahh the Prince vs Gang of Four song.... excellent 👍👌

[@leto4941]

Pezzone.....classe...qualità...abilità 🎸 👊 💪 👏....Tanta roba...👍

[@pattychaney3078]

Steve knows how to touch your soul and emotions in a wonderful manner. Great music to listen too❤

[@ahmedabdelsamad9816]

In the end it is like "TADA!! that was live!". Seriously, the best live show I have ever experienced.

[@Apoorved]

Your music never fails to impress me. It gave me chills

[@GovindNamboothiry]

Few of the only artists who stuck to their genre. Beautiful song.

[@pubudusenarathne]

Beautiful and Soulful and Uplifting Song.... From the Genius himself. Thank You Sir. Wilson... Liked even before this premiers 😂

[@iam_amal]

The lights grew darker and faded with hearts torn, the silence speaks it's language of the unborn!!

[@johnSR32]

Turned on to SW last year. saw him at Cats Cradle NC. Been a fan since. Awesome talent

[@aliphian]

John S I missed that show. One of my biggest regrets.

[@donnapage8894]

@@aliphian me, too.

[@juanestebanaragonpatino2896]

great song.

[@AshokSingh-bc1zl]

Even though I don't listen to much prog now , Steven never leaves my playlists he has been a very important part of my musical journey.

[@kelpbeds]

Quite possibly the most beautiful song ever written.

[@paulpaulsen7245]

גָּלְמִ֤י ׀ רָ֘א֤וּ עֵינֶ֗יךָ וְעַֽל־סִפְרְךָ֮ כֻּלָּ֪ם יִכָּ֫תֵ֥בוּ יָמִ֥ים יֻצָּ֑רוּ Psalm 139:16 This song might be an epic commentary to that text. It mirrors deep love….God is love as expressed in 1 Cor 13... Fantastic! Big, fat joy! Yes! Thank you soooo much! Greetings and love from Germany!

[@mobiuspaw494]

The beautiful and so precious unborn. Thank you Steven. 💗

[@robsquire7405]

Just wow! So beautiful, delicate and emotional. A real treat for the soul

[@gooblenis656]

brilliant,beautiful....Steven Wilson is one of the most important musicians in rock today; 37 deaf people gave a thumbs down....wow

[@dejanandric3771]

Most likely, the fans of Greta Van Shit 😁

[@otto7979]

@@dejanandric3771 ..or someone you love who's diverse taste gives you contrast to explore the universe. The monochromatism of me is meh while all that rises must converge.(thank you Aeon Flux..original...not the messed up movie garbage)

[@757flyer]

Mr. Wilson never fails to impress me with his musicianship and artistry.

[@shawneetinkerbell5060]

The Earth and all the Univers inside and outside of them. Microcosme-Macrocosme. We are Divine and Creator. Thank you Steven.

[@primordialone9053]

Love this song. The melody is mesmerizing and the lyrics are profound. Incredible. Fantastic art in this video too. Love you SW!

[@ashuknakarmi9237]

What a great song . And ending solo is just perfect .

[@gorlando5]

Fantastic... Also one of the best live shows I've ever seen.

[@SKYINFINITYOFICIAL]

Omg, I had been looking for something to listen to that would leave me relaxed and even made me feel more free than I am. This is incredible. Thanks for your music.

[@sully2018]

When I saw the notification I just expected to be blown away. I wasn't disappointed. This is beautiful in every sense.

[@pvpperdogs]

Awww helll yeah!! Hopped right onto KZbin the second I got the notification! Saw Steven play this live in Montreal last year!

[@riff.mp3]

Steven knows what good music is

[@richboshart1201]

Brilliant all around Jess and Steven.

[@JohnSmith-ws6jg]

I am soooo envious of those that have seen Steven Live. I know you have amazing memories !

[@jeremythornton433]

A beautiful song and a beautiful video.

[@uhgdbokdedd8045]

I think this is my favourite song on album. Thank you for this song

[@hamedhaghi]

Amazingly Amazing, Steven Wilson is a genius

[@massimilianorock70sdigiampietr]

Simply the top ... thanks for your art!

[@donclark7790]

Beautiful, just beautiful - Steven Wilson at the top of his game.

[@Tmaw]

OMG !!! My Head is Gonna Explode with a million thoughts while watching this. I can't take it.

[@SpartanLaserCanon]

This video blows ne away, this album has grown on me for sure and sometimes that has happened before with certain music for me.

[@mayankthada]

Incredible composition of Decade.. Steven you're Genius

[@ManInTheAttic57]

Totally emotive. Takes one everywhere and back. Wonderful.

[@120fornovo]

Brano arioso, proiettato verso lo spazio, perfetto da ascoltare sulla cima di una montagna

[@_risingvenus]

An accustic version for the video and the amazing graphics, color palets, motion and all concept art made me smile. What a great artistic team you have SW

[@arca1274]

A-M-A-Z-I-N-G.

[@calogeromonistero4803]

Wonderful song, video and lyrics.

[@slithered]

Song of Unborn is To The Bone's hidden jewel. Beautiful video for a magnificent song.

[@yogenrai2224]

You have been my musical influence since "Porcupine Tree" your musics are soo true and a peace itself. Love from Nepal. 🇳🇵

[@donclark7790]

One of the most beautiful peices of music I've had the honour of listening to.

[@frankrichter6460]

This Song hits my Heart, thanks a Lot for your Music.