FRAGMENTS | Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart Song feat. Freeced & oo oxygen!

In Insomniac's Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart you once more take on the role of Ratchet, Clank and new friend Rivet to defeat returning nemesis Dr. Nefarious on an adventure through the multiverse. Nefarious has stolen the Dimensionator and is on the hunt for the dimension where he can finally defeat the last of the Lombax and rule supreme, even if it means tearing the universe to pieces to get there.
As a kid I was absolutely in love with the Ratchet & Clank series, to this day those early games probably have some of the most playtime of any game I've played. But sadly when the consoles moved on a generation I skipped the PS3 and when the Playstation exclusive franchise moved on from the PS2 I lost my way with the franchise. So when Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart was announced for the PS5 I knew not only that I'd have to play it, but that I'd have to write a song about it too.
But I ended up writing a song about more than just that. I started writing this song with the intent of doing something very silly (I tried and failed to perfect a singing voice for Doctor Nefarious) but as I brainstormed and learned more about the game I started finding themes and ideas that really spoke to me and pulled me in another direction.
In Rift Apart, Ratchet and Clank think they have it all figured out, they know their world and their place in it. Until that world suddenly changes in a way they could never anticipate. Their journey touches on many hard hitting themes such as self doubt, being 'broken' and that sometimes flaws are a matter of perspective.
So whilst this is still very much a song about and inspired by the themes and narrative of the game, it is also a deeply personal song, drawing from experience in adapting to and overcoming unexpected situations, self discovery and exploring what it means to be you when you find that maybe there's more 'you' than you thought.
It's honestly one of my favourite songs I've made to date, so I really hope you enjoy it.
Also, I am moving house! Again! So expect a run of simpler video projects until I'm settled and ready to get back to big video productions! I'll be back with some huge planned projects a little later in the year along with some other exciting changes to the channel I'm not ready to talk about just yet.
A colossal thanks to the incredible, inimitable Freeced for penning and performing the guest verse for this track! Please go check out their work if you haven't encountered them before!
#PlayStation #RiftApart #RatchetandClank
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Lyrics, vocals and video by The Stupendium
Guest verse written and performed by ‪@Freeced‬
Track produced by ‪@OxygenBeats‬
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[@TheStupendium]

9qH66 LYRICS: VERSE 01: So things seem stable It’s beginning to all make sense But on the periodic table Equilibrium ain’t that dense So you’re top of every playbill? You’ve been living as the main event? Live a life on red carpets you can’t be surprised When you ask where the rug went When it’s pulled out from under your feet Fronting parades to confronting defeat Dumped in the rain, unfamiliar streets But there’s nothing to gain by admitting you’re beat Maybe it ain’t quite as grim as it seems Don’t get to choose the loose screws you inherit That’s more than a face in the mirror you’re seeing Together you’ve got the tools to repair it Might just be a Lombax with a wrench I was at on the bench, now I’m back with a vengeance Smashed my dimension so Ratchet’s suggestion? Mechanical emperors should cash their pensions Graduate from the school of harder knocks Than the grade A plates of my Carbonox When I take straight aim with my blaster shots The reports say rain (with some parts of bots) When realities collide It’s appealing to think there’s Green on the other side Well you’re wielding the sprinkler The world’s what you make it Your fate’s not ingrained Every crack in the paint’s Still a piece of the picture CHORUS: 01 Look past the pieces and you’ll see there’s more adventure to seize Don’t believe it? Then you’re thinking one-dimensionally So this world is not the one that you intended to be? Well a Rivet’s what you need when things might tear at the seams It’s your turn to revolt in every turn of the bolt To take the world on your shoulders then turn it to gold When you’ve crashed into fragments of all that you know Well you’re far from alone - We’re just a rift apart We’re just a rift apart A rift apart We’re just a rift apart VERSE 02: So it seems your outlook can be warped Whole schemes cut off like some jean shorts Keep tracking ‘em down and the heat source Leads you to keen sword swings at machine sorts Keep breathing, it's all gonna pass in a season Believe it, and call it a flash in the pan And release it, let a thought stop with a dash And you'll leave it all it looking real small in the past A shatterbomb to your artwork Can make it feel like your heart burst It's hard to know what to start first Each step becomes a departure And you may feel like a drifter Resist a place in the mixture Is this a crack in the rift or Another piece of the picture Another piece of the picture CHORUS: 02 Look past the pieces and you’ll see there’s more adventure to seize Don’t believe it? Then you’re thinking one-dimensionally So this world is not the one that you intended to be? Well a Rivet’s what you need when things might tear at the seams It’s your turn to revolt in every turn of the bolt To take the world on your shoulders then turn it to gold When you’ve crashed into fragments of all that you know Well you’re far from alone - We’re just a rift apart We’re just a rift apart A rift apart We’re just a rift apart VERSE 3: There’s one thing rarer than raritanium That’s a fate that don’t seem alien No matter how long you’ve been on that grind Life soon finds ways of derailing Any infobot will say the same again If a legacy’s planting seeds you’d better believe I’m leaving these enemies in leaves and geraniums And though chance may choose our canvas Only we can paint the hues But your flaws don’t mean you’re broken They’re just deeper shades of you Combination of Sagan and Bob Ross No mistakes when repainting the cosmos If things seem grey it ’s the start of a gradient Can’t make hay without raking the compost BRIDGE: Where dimensions fragment and the shards reconnect You’ll find you’re not defined by the past they reflect Leaving one world behind can be hard to expect But you’ll work out in time a new path in the next When your reality cracks, it can feel like forever Trapped in the gaps as the pieces are severed If you feel you could lapse all you need is a tether To that team at your back, you can keep it together CHORUS: 03 Look past the pieces and you’ll see there’s more adventure to seize Don’t believe it? Then you’re thinking one-dimensionally So your world is on the brink of some nefarious scheme? Well a Rivet’s what you need when things might tear at the seams It’s your turn to revolt in every turn of the bolt To take the world on your shoulders and then turn it to gold When you’ve crashed into fragments of all that you know Well you’re far from alone - We’re just a rift apart We’re just a rift apart A rift apart We’re just a rift apart OUTRO: And with every new world that unfurls you will find There is more to your life than the one you designed There is far more to fight for than what you are leaving behind

[@T-74]

You made a truly great song, good luck with the move!

[@FelisImpurrator]

I always love how the lyrics are 1) meaningful on their own, 2) loaded with puns, and 3) clearly indicative of having played and understood the game instead of just hopping onto the aesthetic. Quality as always.

[@enzoeijsermans4161]

Nice song Stupendium! I've not played the game a lot yet, but that doesn't take away from the quality of this absolute bop.

[@laziepandabeare74]

Can you pls do another ddlc spng

[@SusannahCoulson]

So beautiful. This song is very personal to me as well, thanks for making this. Keep being awesome.

[@minerharry]

“Though chance may pick our canvas only we can paint the hues, but our flaws don’t mean we’re broken they’re just deeper shades of *you* ” I am crying this is the most beautiful song

[@b_live_life47]

As soon as I saw your comment I was exactly at that point in the video, your right nice lyrics

[@gatorshark0870]

That's my favourite line!

[@SpellProgrammer]

Reminds me of Shine Through; there was a similar lyric in that song!

[@harp61785]

I know and I agree with you so much

[@pizzfaphace]

I agree that part did made me cry aswell ❤

[@NowaboMusic]

Dang... When he's not writing about evil corporations and inescapable authoritarian systems, Stupendium can write some really emotional and existentially deep songs...

[@alexanderlloydmendoza979]

I know right. Vending machine of love really makes you think

[@johnalogue9832]

@@alexanderlloydmendoza979 That one was also about evil corporations and inescapable authoritarian systems, I think.

[@ThePigeon5734]

@Noah Petten 66 (STUDENT) tbh I never understood why shakespeare gets so much attention but stupes is overlooked, even though he's a million times better with wordplay etc.

[@beatman2359]

@@ThePigeon5734 Well Shakespeare was pretty good with wordplay during his time, but it's been a couple years since then. Stupendium is basically just modern shakespeare

[@fumarc4501]

I’m the 667th like. You’re welcome. Bwahaha!

[@TheValkyre0]

"Your flaws don't mean your broken they're just deeper shades of you" is honestly such a touching line. I love this song, keep coming back whenever I'm having a bad time and so far it hasn't failed to perk me up. God I appreciate you Stupendium.

[@CrystalCalico]

The video may be simpler than usual, but the song itself is so complex and personal, it hit me in a way I was not anticipating This has quickly become one of my personal favorites from you 💙

[@SpectralArchivist]

Honestly, same. This song gives me big "No Waves Like Home" vibes, and that one gave me a similar feeling. It's so unbelievably impressive that Stupes can go from evil corporate entity to powerful piece about how life is more than trying to fix your flaws.

[@larsgotcars5669]

Well the data stream, tune into madness, and fiend like me must’ve all taken some mad hard work so I think he deserves a little break

[@charleyedwards2121]

@@SpectralArchivist 100% agree

[@FelisImpurrator]

The Stupendium: When "lower production values" still means *really damn high* production values.

[@karisuagl6212]

If I can say, this song is so good. From the Song Flow, Lyrics using element from the Game, and the Song has good Vibes.

[@inmyheadathousandworlds]

"Though chance may choose our canvas, only we can paint the hues But your flaws don't mean you're broken They're just deeper shades of you" Art. Pure art. Not that I'd expect anything less from the Stupendium.

[@inmyheadathousandworlds]

"Take the world on your shoulders, then turn it to gold" Ah, here's the Stupendium talking about his songwriting process.

[@mdboer]

"Every crack in the paint's still a piece of the picture"

[@kioombathekirbygoomba5346]

IKR, I loved it, I also didn't expect that for a music video about a third person shooter made by the people who made Spyro. (BTW, I don't know much about the games because I only have a PC, so for all I know that's what the games are about. It would be a drastic change from "Tiny dragon, go frolic over in the fields and save the world." I would love to play them if they made a PC port.)

[@SirMemesalotThe3rd]

4:10

[@brianmcgloughlin7799]

@@kioombathekirbygoomba5346 Fox like humanoid with guns, travel to strange worlds, shoot badies with an array of odd and oddly humorous weapons, save the galaxy.

[@Freeced]

I really can't say enough how much I've loved working on this song with you, thanks so much for having me ☺️💙

[@Dragon7398]

And thanks for doing the song, is awesome to (soon) see the collab! :)

[@TheStupendium]

It was my pleasure! It was a joy to work with you too, friend! Here's hoping it is the first of many!

[@tacovillemc]

Well, it sure turned out great!

[@charleyedwards2121]

You killed it all of you did

[@erodasi2205]

Yeah you did a really great job

[@Jakeneutron]

Loving the increase in R&C fan songs 😭💕💖

[@randcgamingyt5695]

Ratchet and clank is my favorite video game franchise and this just makes me so happy

[@FelisImpurrator]

Stupendium truly is a man of culture.

[@nmtltlz]

Same!!! Its just so nice to see my stupid boys get attention

[@SuperWorldJumper]

If you like Ratchet and Clank fan songs, check out some of the ones made by this guy. kzbin.info/www/bejne/mGG2oKVmqtCIm9U They’re a bit old, but still good.

[@triggerhappy4199]

Yo hi jake I see you on SoundCloud

[@X-SPONGED]

"But your flaws don't mean you're broken, they're just deeper shades of you" Ah, so this is a "Waves Like Home" type of song, eh ?

[@Gregory_Swan]

"Though chance may choose our canvas, only we can paint the hues / But your flaws don't mean you're broken, they're just deeper shades of you" This is the part that stood out the most to me. Didn't expect such a powerful motivational quote in the middle of the song!

[@eyesack6845]

I've found 3 comments in a row saying the excact thing

[@Gregory_Swan]

@@eyesack6845 Oops.

[@epikitee2186]

@@eyesack6845 that's because it's true

[@RandoDoodlz]

I’m a demigirl, and this song might be one of the best ways to describe how I feel! I love it! Especially the part about our canvas painting!

[@gigamaster001]

"Though chance may choose our canvas, only we can paint the hues/But your flaws don't make you broken, they're just deeper shades of you." As someone with depression, this touched me deeply, and I'm keeping that part of the lyrics close for when I need it. Thank you so, so much for this song.

[@bzao1944]

hope ya get better bud

[@pikathemimikyu6655]

This is what you consider a smaller project? Sure this video isn't as visually outstanding as your others, but that doesn't change the fact that this song is probably one of the best songs you've ever made. "And though chance may choose our canvas Only we can paint the hues But your flaws don't mean you're broken They're just deeper shades of you" That is a masterpiece of a line. You're a genius. If I say that quote to someone no one would guess it was from a Ratchet and Clank fan song.

[@TheStupendium]

Thank you! Size of project is always based on the video. Songs typically all take approximately the same amount of time to make, the scale of the video is how I judge size. :)

[@silverfoxxflame]

@@TheStupendium To be able to put out as consistently amazing music as you do in that kind of speed is truly incredible, but this chorus you've really outdone yourself. Nostalgia bombs generally aren't fair anyways, but this is fantastic. Thanks for this, as well as everything else. Looking forward to the coin being available again!

[@300IQPrower]

Obviously this song is about Rift Apart but this song has me “I’m gonna cry” levels of nostalgic for the entire series; the entire song for some reason feels super fitting for Crack in Time as well, my absolute favorite game ever. Maybe it’s just because I haven’t played Rift Apart yet, either way this is an even more beautiful song than I expected.

[@s.p.d.magentaranger1822]

Ah, another ACiT lover. One of my favorites too 👍

[@manwithabasicprofilepic]

I was just thinking how much this reminds me of ACiT and how much fun I had playing it when I was young.

[@ChaoticFluffball07]

I know absolutely nothing about Rachet and Clank but even I feel some nostalgia for some reason It's awesome

[@triggerhappy4199]

Speaking of time messing games he needs to make a hat in time rap

[@SwiftpawWolffox]

One of the coolest game franchises on the PS and one of the coolest music makers on KZbin, there is no way this combination can go wrong.

[@joeyesitsjustjoe5110]

Dude halo and borderlands make destiny the worse game

[@g-blade9983]

Knowing 2020 and 2021 it will

[@lefishe2258]

@@joeyesitsjustjoe5110 well that was unrelated

[@homestuckbronygamer]

So, I really love this song. And for a few reasons, but I feel the main one should be explained here. The terminology used in this song is PHENOMENAL. It uses a lot of what I personally use to describe my symptoms of PTSD. I often consider myself a broken man, due to a wide variety of injuries and mental health problems that have made it very difficult for me to function in normal society- and when I heard the line, "But your flaws don't mean you're broken, they're just a deeper shade of you", it genuinely brought a tear to my eye. It has been a long time since I've felt whole, but this song has pulled at my heartstrings and helped me feel far better than I have in years. It has earned a permanent spot in my playlist, and cemented itself a place in my heart. Please, keep up the absolutely amazing work

[@TheStupendium]

Thank you so much, friend. I'm really sorry to hear about the struggles you've faced, but I'm happy if my work has been able to help even if just a little.

[@bobbingi201]

Are you a veteran? I don’t mean to be rude and if I come across that way I apologize I’m just wondering how you got PTSD?

[@randomguy11518]

@@bobbingi201 not everyone who has PTSD is a veteran, and their trauma isn't your business. I don't want to be rude but asking about people's trauma isn't the kindest thing to do

[@bobbingi201]

@@randomguy11518 I didn't mean to come off as rude, and I tried to say that they did not haver to answer as it is very hard to talk a bout things of that nature.

[@Eddieyo]

Erick Twyman I understand you so much man!!! I could not have said it better myself your words brought tears to mine man you keep being awesome

[@Shwabadi]

God, that was so beautiful. Love hearing the two of you together

[@mattegrey2609]

The amazing thing is how diverse the songs made are and yet they all feel like noone else could have made them

[@ParadoxFree]

"Though your flaws don't mean you're broken they're just deeper shades of you" Wow I needed that, and with an artistic analogy to boot.

[@Mega_idk]

"Though chance may pick our canvas" "only we can paint the hues" "but our flaws don’t mean you're broken" "they’re just deeper shades of you" Damn I was not ready for a hard life quote

[@odenstrandberg9684]

dont copy other comments

[@05-04]

​@odenstrandberg9684 don't be a bugger

[@TIGOfficialYT]

Me: just vibing to good "in the feels" song The comments: "I like this because I came out as trans!" Or, "I like this because it understands my PTSD!" Damn. I didn't know so many people could relate to a song like this. Something the Stupdendium is really good at is making songs for video games that sound like they could just be a normal mainstream song. Something that the video game fans will appreciate but anybody can relate to. The ability to articulate what you mean in such a way is impressive. Love it

[@mobfilms2285]

The stupendium has no limits with what he can make... every good impact makes him love what he does and thanks to why did I say okie dokie? He started to become famous and his videos became better after that. Love the stupendium and his music.

[@Chromono22]

I think that art of darkness is is also what made him bigger.

[@mobfilms2285]

@@Chromono22 true

[@liamshelley6483]

People really need to see the musical genius of The Stupendium.

[@Sir_Uncle_Ned]

He’s talent showing since the prey rap and it’s only been growing since then. I’ve never seen such musical genius.

[@triggerhappy4199]

True but he deserves to get bigger his songs are so damm good

[@kuchenjaeger2164]

"Every crack in the paint is still a piece of the picture" is such a great message. Also is "Where dimensions fragment and the shards reconnect[...]" a reference to your CONTROL song, or coincidence?

[@TheStupendium]

Nice catch! In fact, at one point, it was even MORE of a reference! It used to actually have the full line 'and the astral projects', but it didn't quite work so I trimmed it down to a half reference instead of a direct quote. :P

[@teamcybr8375]

@@TheStupendium I love the references in the songs! They always stand on their own for new viewers, but you get an extra bonus bit of fun if you've heard the other songs!

[@ellesirian2709]

There's also a "When your reality cracks / It can feel like forever", which is probably another reference!

[@ehrickettelhut294]

Thank you, for you have curse my mind to amalgamate the lyrics of Slide into the void to the beat of chorus in this song. It works wonderfully.

[@RagnaRohDanniz77]

Wow!

[@gabrielheinz6845]

Dont usually leave second comments, but this song just brings alot of different messages to tell to different types of people. Its a song to cope with whatever you may be going through no matter what other people may say about those flaws. The messages that I'd see this song would tell is that it's okay to leave something behind (like a break in the internet), confronting a serious trauma you've got very recently or for a long time, finding a purpose for yourself in life, and knowing that your not the only one who is having so many flaws in yourself. This song's writing just executes these messages so perfectly without being too cliche while still making it reference the Rachet & Clank fandom, that it's an understatement to say that this song is another banger from Stupendium, since it is song that will help a lot of people, including those who wrote the song and help Stupendium make it. If I have to give one line from this song that would summarize every message it has, "Every crack in the Paint's still a piece of the picture", is what I'd choose. I really dont want to say it's one of your best magnum opus again since I left a comment bout that in your recent song, "The Data Stream", but to give another title, it is the best song you wrote in your entire career.

[@TheStupendium]

I never know how to respond to such kind words, but wow, please do know they are so appreciated. It means so much to me that you enjoyed the song in such a big way. I'm very proud of it and I'm glad it was able to resonate with you in the way I'd hoped.

[@gabrielheinz6845]

​@@TheStupendium I can say the same to your kind words. Just keep on doing what you do and we thank you for giving us another video to appreciate. As a fan, I am very pleased to share my words, and I can't wait to see what more you and those who work with you have in store. Have a pleasant day Greg. :)

[@thisisacomment6061]

The most insane thing is that he does all of it himself, barring the guest singers of course, using their own voices when singing (that'd be weird if they didn't)

[@hunter17835]

Favorite lines of this song: "When realities collide It’s appealing to think there’s Green on the other side Well you’re wielding the sprinkler The world’s what you make it Your fate’s not ingrained Every crack in the paint’s Still a piece of the picture" -Look, I'll be totally honest; the idea of the multiverse is basically my religion, and this whole bit summed up exactly why it is. It doesn't matter how much life might suck, there are countless universes where it doesn't, where every dream and desire you've had are reality, but more importantly, it still doesn't mean that your own life is meaningless. "Though chance may choose our canvas Only we can paint the hues But your flaws don’t mean you’re broken They’re just deeper shades of you" -This... this is just beautiful. "Where dimensions fragment and the shards reconnect You’ll find you’re not defined by the past they reflect Leaving one world behind can be hard to expect But you’ll work out in time a new path in the next When your reality cracks, it can feel like forever Trapped in the gaps as the pieces are severed If you feel you could lapse all you need is a tether To that team at your back, you can keep it together" -No matter what happens, no matter how things changed, whether in a small scale of your life or a large form of dimensions fragmenting, the important thing is to always have someone you can rely on. "And with every new world that unfurls you will find There is more to your life than the one you designed There is far more to fight for than what you are leaving behind" -What else is there to say about this? :')

[@TheStupendium]

Thank you for the kind words, friend! I am glad you enjoyed the song! :)

[@aikordcz4424]

I love "multiverse religion" as well. When I feel bad I always tell myself that it means one of my multiverse selfs is having a great time because of my "sacrifice" and it makes me a bit happier :)

[@TIGOfficialYT]

Religion I've never heard of, sounds interesting! I respect your belief, but even in my religion (Christianity), I've seem resemblance too! In my religion there's one God, the creator of all. He's able to help you with anything, no matter how far he seems. Just a rift apart! Its cool this song can apply to religions of many sorts!

[@ghost_fueled_scarecrow]

That's just an awfull mindset quite frankly I belive in a multiverse too but come on, focus on yourself

[@cgv9234]

@@ghost_fueled_scarecrow that's just rude to say. if it doesn't harm anyone (and infact helps the person who believes it) then why should it be a "bad mindset"? also just because they believe something doesn't mean they ignore themself.

[@erwangerin7210]

I don't care if it's "not a big project", something of that quality shouldn't be overlooked just you didn't had the time to dress up as a fancy Lombax ! Well, knowing your appeal for villains, you might have for the Nefarious look but still !

[@elementalmaster6435]

Neferious with a mustache... Cool!

[@coolkitty1654]

This person can make song about a brick, And I’d still listen to it over and over. Great work on the song, I really love the R&C series, can’t wait for the next one!

[@triggerhappy4199]

I agree

[@Mr_Just_JoJo]

Okay, I know it's not exactly the same, but this post here seems like inspiration for the "room for improvement" song lmao

[@coolkitty1654]

@@Mr_Just_JoJo I didn’t even realise that, it could be!

[@triggerhappy4199]

@@Mr_Just_JoJo true

[@zuresei]

reminds me of the "Jake the Brick" episode from Adventure Time

[@whatisthis7208]

I think Stupendium's lyrics are the most creative and clever out of all the game rappers out there.

[@leighburton1057]

“When you’ve crashed into fragments of all that you know. Well you’re far from alone, we’re just a rift apart.” I love that part.❤

[@Entity_609]

This song really does show the greatest parts of Rachet and Clank, and even the wonders of the Multiverse.

[@bobhasawebsite]

This song brought tears to my eyes. The Stupendium is long past being my favorite musician, this is a perfect example of why "What music do you like?" is a very difficult question to answer.

[@Floofy_Toebeans]

Thank you for this song, Stupendium. Bipolar disorder often has me struggling with suicidal thoughts; this song is one I've added to my go-to playlist when I need to ground myself. It brings me tears of relief when I need it most.

[@TheStupendium]

You're welcome, friend. Never forget, you are loved and that no matter how dark the world may feel, it would be darker without you in it.

[@anthonycaral]

With The Stupendium, no matter the game, we already know that the song will be incredibly wonderful. Edit: And we were right, this song is STUPENDOUS!!! Edit 2:wow i didn't think this would have so many likes, thank you all so much :D

[@wol5227]

"Stupendious" one could say :)

[@anthonycaral]

@@wol5227 Yeah

[@demgenis]

Nothing but the truth and the whole truth in this comment

[@bluechair5516]

I like your pfp

[@googlecream4792]

I agree.

[@S1152NA]

Seeing that description hit me hard. Because games and art styles like this remind me about my childhood. Not when things were better but when I was too dumb to know the difference. But seeing people rise up above the pain is inspiring.

[@alextfish]

Beautiful song. I love this kind of message. I'm reminded of "My Past Is Not Today" from Equestria Girls, where the main villain from the first film, now reformed and struggling with all the wrongs she did in her past, sings "My past does not define me, 'cause my past is not today". Interesting that both songs also identify a key part in the process being relationships with other people: "If you feel you could lapse all you need is a tether to that team at your back - you can keep it together", and "When I began to fall and I lost the path ahead / That's when your friendship found me and it lifted me instead". This is great! There's room for many more songs about second chances, picking yourself up, and the support of a non-judgmental community. This is a message we need more of.

[@jackthejedi6540]

I doubt that you will see this message sir but I just want to say thank you for this amazing piece I really needed to hear this right now. Without giving my life story I'm about to make a major life change and am moving away from home for the first time and I'm scared shitless This song really helped and for that I am grateful. Thank you

[@TheStupendium]

I wish you luck with your move, friend! Moving away from home is scary, but it gets easier and I believe in you! :)

[@LemonyRanpo]

God damn Stupendium, you knocked it out of the park with this one, never thought a Ratchet and Clank song would hit so close to home and be so touching but here you are, kicking ass and singing great songs

[@davethedestroyer9727]

This is a catchy one! As someone who grew up on Ratchet and Clank, great job! 4:47 gave me serious feels, Ratchet and Clank have been through so much, and they're still together. From a Robitic Ignition System to the best heroes in the galaxy, they're still kicking ass across the galaxy!

[@potato_723]

Put your playlist on shuffle. This song brought me to tears. As someone who makes themselves useful because they feel nobody can care about someone as depressive, self-hating and weird as them, the message that flaws don't define you and that you can take control of your path was something I needed to hear today.

[@evert8766]

This part helped me realise the solution to a problem i have had for a long time now. Thank you Stupes It’s your turn to revolt in every turn of the bolt To take the world on your shoulders and then turn it to gold When you’ve crashed into fragments of all that you know Well you’re far from alone

[@skyguy675]

Man this song really hits me. It's such a feelgood energetic song. I don't know how pull out such quality everytime.

[@scorpion4074]

anyone else think a Papers, Please song would be really cool? Don't have to but it would be cool

[@inkstar7521]

That would be really cool!

[@rexthewild1183]

Yeah, I'd like one to

[@TheStupendium]

GLORY TO ARSTOTZKA.

[@45potato95]

Is that confirmation? YES!

[@rexthewild1183]

I want it

[@Labyethan]

I know this song a year old now, maybe even more, but I wanted to just say, thank you for this. This song was an incredible find, and not only that it rekindled my love for Ratchet and Clank, I haven't played one of these games in a long time and this song inspired me to pick this game up. I had an amazing time shareplaying it with a friend, and it was just an experiance I cannot stress that I enjoyed from start to finish. Not only that but this song just - works for me, emotionally. I feel a sense of dread, but know that everything will be a-ok. It's inspired my writing and was perfect. This was just amazing, and I don't care what some people would say, I adored this. Thanks Stupendium for being yourself. Keep working and inspiring.

[@TheStupendium]

This is a deeply personal song for me, I am so happy to enjoyed it, friend. :)

[@idlevalley]

At an odd transitional period in life. Just got away from abusive family and started teaching in college this year. Feels like a whole new world, but I'm also struggling letting go of the past. This song hit the feels for me. Thank you so much.

[@fluffezic5183]

Ever heard about the game "scrap mechanic" ? You would be the first person ever to do a propper song about it. And its one of my favorite games. Btw. Again this song is another bop in a series of absolute hits.

[@schneebeingme8758]

Same for rimworld, there is no big song about it. So many great games out there deserve some songs but don't get any

[@izzysmash3238]

I adore this song, I keep coming back to it whenever im having a rough time. It really is just incredible, especially the line "though chance may choose our canvas only we can paint the hues but your flaws don’t mean you’re broken they’re just deeper shades of you," bravo Mr Stupendium.

[@ScorbunGame]

"Though chance may choose our canvas only we can paint the hues." I think that's excatly the message I needed to hear right now, especially the follow up of "your flaws don't mean your broken, there just deeper shades of you."

[@willb970]

The canvas line about your flaws being deeper shades of you has got to be one of the most beautiful lines I’ve ever heard. Love your music and how you can make banger tracks meaning so many things at the same time being dope nerd core.

[@bericgarrett3282]

Wow, I came here expecting a shot of nostalgia and got hit straight in the feels... lovely song I shall be holding close when needed.

[@therobotengineer9834]

I have in truth never really known anything about this game but this song is just cracking! Well done stupes!😊

[@brunowarner3709]

😡😡

[@jamesweston2714]

ALL HAIL THE KING OF KZbin MUSIC! LONG LIVE THE STUPENDIUM! Not even kidding, this chorus gave me chills.

[@arrowhasautism9953]

This is my 27th time listening to this song and I'm not bored of it and I'm 100% sure I'll never be bored of . well done This song is rlly inspiring for me and I the first thing I do when I'm not in the best mood is listen to this song

[@Cam_Can_Play]

Stupendium songs have that quality to them. Some of these I've been listening to for years.

[@nidalflame8894]

"My Clank Impression isn't good enough to cover the outro so (voice change) we'll switch to the reality where I do it." I'm not sure why that was so hilarious to me

[@44simsZ3_21]

Dear Stupendium, My cousin's already in way *deep ship* to be saved. He started to *fall* since the Art of Darkness. *Tuning in to the madness* of all your songs had his brain shatter in Fragments. Now, after he listened to the Vending Machine of Love, *I see a* very doomed subscriber whose *brain danced and replayed* your songs thousands of times by now Rest Employed, His cousin who also fell Nook, Line, & Sinker 😭✌

[@dedicateddetails]

6:18 I really like this detail, the shard below the sentence "Song Available Now", the text changes to a different version from his other videos, as if it's changing dimensions. Love that detail.

[@OndrejS_CZ]

Oh you're right I didn't notice!

[@Kyle-td6px]

I saw your post on Twitter about this song and since I'm sort of on a gender journey of my own atm I figured I'd relisten to it and GOD this melody is so much more beautiful than I remembered.... plus the flow and the lyricism and the visuals and that one little bleep boop instrument aaaaaaaaaa it just gives me so many damn goosebumps from beginning to end😭

[@chr_fish]

This song was literally awesome, oh my god, this was awesome, the armonies were glorious and all the verses were better and better... Love this song so much🔥🔥🔥

[@valdonchev7296]

"If a legacy's planting seeds" Is that a reference to Hamilton? If so, then what an unexpected, but pleasant surprise!

[@joeshmoe4306]

Just wanna say that I was listening to your playlist, heard this song, and just left it on loop for like 1 hour, then I had to convince myself to actually finish cleaning my room 😂

[@bubbasbigblast8563]

When Bob Ross was telling us about happy little accidents, I don't think he was talking about a Robowar, if only because the robots would be too afraid to fight him.

[@TracesofaHeadspace]

Normally in your songs there's a couplet or a quartet that just encapsulates the quality of your writing in one powerhouse prosaic punch. And, as a poet, those moments are genuinely day-making to hear for the first time because I know how it feels to craft writing like that. This is just an /entire song/ of moments like that. My highest compliments to both you and Freeced! I hope you're both amazingly proud of this masterpiece!

[@Cassidy5427]

This sounds like a song you'd hear during the credits at the end of a movie!

[@nugget1631]

You know, every time I've come back to this song it's meant more to me, and by now it's remarkably similar to the issues I've been facing in my life for the past few years. It's done a lot more than just cheer me up. My story, if you're willing to hear it, is that I come from the most wonderful community imaginable. I grew up with friends who'd do anything for me, and I for them. It was a community based not on any one thing, but rather our bonds themselves. I never imagined a world without them, in part because I never knew one. Then Covid. I was separated from my friends for nearly 2 years straight, and by the time I was on the other side of it, I realized that time never stopped for me. We were in high school now, everyone was different than they used to be and everyone had new friends. Well, besides me. I've struggled with that closure, it was really as though the rug was pulled out from under me. I was in a new, unfamiliar world and I didn't know what to do. I still don't really, but I've been on a journey of self improvement ever since. Almost every lyric of this song resonates with me for one reason or another in this issue, and it really helps me to remember that I will work out a path in this new world, and that every step of the journey is just that.

[@rexthewild1183]

To think that i might go insane now as I try to solve the mystery of how this guy can make such a good music ... I really like that he stepped aside from his usual Art of darkness and let us forget all the things we knew, that this lyrics comes from way, way deeper down ( from... His heart, not from hell 😂😂). I always say okie dokie to his music.. whenever it's a scary Xmas .. A carol of a tale or a song about an owl afraid of insects :))). Every time I feel like I'm putted back together and every lyric of this song soon will flow in my head like a data stream... Just hope that I will not ever be rifted apart from this channel... Now I should start and depart because the country road should take me there, where i can dream at anything that doesn't have a bright green glare 😅

[@capt_iron2797]

It is unfortunately impossible for me to applaud you, give you some kind of bonus, or even anything other than a like , but as one big stupendium fan to another excellent work sir.

[@ordinaryhuman1285]

This series started as a critic of corporations. I wonder if there's going to be any reference to that.

[@NetworKrakle]

In this particular game, no. But in the song, maybe.

[@daelen.cclark]

Maybe they just wanted to mix it up a bit.

[@Siennarchist]

"its your turn to revolt at every turn of the bolt' Id say so...

[@NetworKrakle]

@@daelen.cclark maybe. But A Rift Apart is way better than the 2016 reboot.

[@Jacob_G9]

@@Siennarchist Well, When you're literally under the Heel of a Nefarious emperor, I think it's fair to revolt.

[@fishthestick]

Dang, I've never played half of the games you make songs about, but they always turn out amazing! Hope your time off serves you well Stupes!

[@bitterlucy8212]

Same

[@lightanddarkbros6646]

It feels like this was supposed to be in the game, but it’s not. The lyrics are so cleverly written.

[@alvisceratortheultimate1660]

Where has this masterpiece been all my life; this is the most beautiful creation in the entire multiverse.

[@user-ky4zv1kf2x]

Ah, another great song! Stupendium truly doesn't miss. Also it hits ESPECIALLY hard after the Loki finale. Kudos!

[@pootissandvich7463]

This song right here... This is art. Pure, masterpiece-level art.

[@SoraLombaxNetwork]

Once again i find myself coming back here, i still listen to this song sometimes and its just as wonderful to hear as the day it came out. Despite how much i love the songs you do, i still think this one is my favorite. Thanks again for making such wonderful content, and i look forward to all the things you'll make in the future as well ^^ Keep going for Gold, and may your heart be your guiding key, Stupendium team.

[@jamesheaton5421]

There's not much I can comment here that others haven't said better, as others have said; while this video's visuals were rather more ordinary than your usual spectacle, the song itself is among your best works. Whether such a tradeoff is worth it is up you, I love your videos because of all the visible love for what you do leads to amazing production value, but the ability to focus more on the song itself obviously has it's benefits. The lyrics are amazing, the emotions it carry are enough to make my dead apathetic heart feel a shred of hope, and it's just such a happy bop. This song is in the same vein as no wave like home, a happy inspirational bop that helps me motivate to function. I say all of this having never consumed any of the Ratchet and Clank games, having barely a shred of the context for the video. Its the mark of a good fan works creator to still have it be amazing to someone who is unfamiliar with the fandom.

[@ErrorMessage]

The theme of the lyrics here brings tears to my eyes. Stupendium never fails in any department. Everyone involved did wonderful here!

[@Godlysound]

God, what a fantastic piece of art. So beautiful and layered. Maybe my favourite of yours. In my opinion, the data stream, the fine print, death and taxes and now this, are your finest and most meaningful songs.

[@Atomosphere]

I went on a video game music binge, and now it's 1 AM. I'll end my tangent with this as it's my favorite video game "fan song" and one of my favorite songs of all time. The lyrics flow incredibly well and they also have a message that resonates with me. I've never played anything from the Rachet and Clank series, but this song is special to me.

[@heikoribbrock8461]

I...I needed this... Like, I know barely anything about the R&C games, but that doesn't matter..because this song still has so much meaning no matter the context...and in this case, the message it gave was one I could really appreciate...perfectly summed up in one line: "your flaws don't mean you're broken, they're just deeper shades of you" Man I felt that...thank you for another amazing song Stupendium...you are truly amazing

[@jalioswilinghart]

Can you just once make a song that doesn't bop? Just one?... No? Well.... thank you too... you magnificent bastard

[@-Cosmic-]

With R&C Rift Apart coming to pc we gonna be jammin out to this even more

[@RodaMoonknight]

Just found this song but it's so good I can't stop listening to it. It legit got stuck in my head and I love it

[@mr.gibets7321]

without failure, you have the best ad campaigns for any game. these songs can re-spark the passion of any old fan. I don't know anything about this game however, I loved every second of this song

[@chinmustache6420]

It sounds like this song is going to be quite different, so I’m excited to hear how it is, and it also sounds like a lot of PlayStation gamers will relate to this song especially

[@CamelsREvil]

4:40 "When your reality cracks" ...And impacts on the next?

[@gamesandglory1648]

dimensions fragment and the astral projects.

[@katrinaseraphina9935]

@@gamesandglory1648 On benign, undefined archetypal objects until ordinary’s torn up and normal defects.

[@gamesandglory1648]

​@@katrinaseraphina9935In effect, what you're left with are Oops, objects of power, a flying tv, a light that can hijack your mind as you see, a safe that's encased in a shield of debris

[@myheadhurtsagain]

@@gamesandglory1648 These frequencies are frequently the key to what's perceived to be And vis-à-vis are feeding off the reaches of the mind

[@gamesandglory1648]

@@myheadhurtsagain But recently the sequence has repeated and repeated and it leaves me with the theory that they're trying to get inside.

[@theemperorcat9832]

I know I'm late but I just finished hearing this song and this song hits me hard as a hardcore Rachet and Clank fan ❤😊

[@Ostentatiousnessness]

So I’ve been belting this song out non-stop since I woke up this morning, and while I could go on about how much I love the song itself the message in it is truly beautiful.

[@luigiboi4244]

Holy Sprockets! This is such a toe-tapper. The lyrics are beautiful and catchy, and the editing is phenomenal! (Plus don’t think I don’t see the coincidence of posting a music video about a video game involving the multiverse on the same week as the LOKI finale)

[@benjaminwho4265]

This was a surprise but a Stupendous one at that. Then again what can I expect from such an incredible songwriter, editor, and singer? It feels like this game just came out and you are on your grind pumping an incredible song about a one-month-old game. There may not have been any real-life appearances, but that just shows what an unbelievable song you can create in such a limited time. Freeced was a great choice for collaboration and he really knocks the second verse out of the park. Great song stups, can't wait for your next one. Keep on keeping on. :)

[@Mangaka718]

Ohhhhh shit. I didn't grow up with Ratchet & Clank, so I didn't latch onto all the hype for this game when it was new but BOY was that a mistake. This song and its message...damn. Goddamn I needed that right now. Can you just, like, not write a song that gives me punches to the emotions for once?! I'm kidding, these were good punches. ...I'm not going to read too deep into that and just say, your lyrics are musical therapy and I'm going to start trying to "see the flaws as a deeper shade" of myself. Cheers! (I'm gonna go have a nice cry now, in a good way)

[@Goirdy]

After my first listen I loved it. After examining the lyrics it's my favorite. no joke, I was on the verge of tears from some of the sections of lyrics in this song. Top notch work!

[@bandicootsauce4569]

The fact that content like this exists gives me hope for humanity.

[@hudhouse99]

Honestly I rather these then the big videos. This has so much heart, creativity and love in it that this being seen as a 'low effort' video kinda shows how insane Stupndium is.

[@RikuWasHere]

It's impossible to not bop to this music so hard. literally every second of it is perfection

[@DeadGirlCherry]

Stupes and Fweezy singing together is something I never knew I needed, yet somehow seems so obvious in retrospect. This track was gorgeous!

[@DominicMaez]

I’m in tears this was inspiring. Like every failure is a simple story of how you got to where you are.

[@Dude12Dude2]

I love the line "fate may choose the canvas but we paint the hues" it hit hard! Fantastic work stups and good luck with the move!

[@Whats_Up_Dot]

Thanks for this song. I recently came out as trans to my friends and family, and this pretty accurately describes all the feelings I'm feeling right now. Thinking about making visual art pieces based on the lyrics that stood out to me the most.

[@TheStupendium]

I'm so happy to hear you were able to connect with the song and that it meant something to you. Congratulations on coming out! I wish you the best on your journey!

[@kylianmolenbroek6138]

I didn't understand why i was crying while listening to this song. I guess i do now.

[@crow-beast]

This... This song hit me in a way I never expected. The lyrics are gorgeous and it's so well composed..- It hits so close to home too. Even without its connection to the game, or even context from the game itself, it is capable of being a great song all by itself. This has genuinely become a personal favorite and a big comfort song for me. Thank you. I think I'll be putting this in the pile of songs to hold close for a long, long time. Edit: Going through some rough times right now, but this song is helping me cope. Thank you for creating it.

[@riverroad1083]

I haven't even heard the song yet but the cover art already has me hyped almost as much as the thought that there might be multidimensional wordplay.

[@selenaautufuga7597]

I'm listening to this song for the 1000th time, and it is just hitting me how amazing it is to hear this, a drastic dearture from Stupendium's usual grim and dark themes, sure there are probably others that I can't think of right now, but this one stands out so much. Inspirational, upbeat, and hopeful, it's a really uplifting song to listen to.

[@eclassic322]

Man... i like how difference between normal video and simple one is just no camera and little more gameplay vids. and no cuts on music, lyric or CGI + "simple" videos is about games that has VERY good graphics to just add gameplay vids or/and where (maybe) real faces (camera) wouldn't really fit. So we don't even lose anything

[@MrMarpy-ls8cr]

Like everyone has already pointed out, this song has some pretty meaningful lines. I can’t tell you it solved my problems, but it made me realize not everything has to be perfect. I don’t know what was different about the way this song said it that made me realize, but it’s the first time I’ve felt content with myself. Thanks Stupendium, after two years I’ve finally found the perfect song for me. The song that I’m hoping will turn me around to a brighter look at life.