THIS IS DEEP! Sleeptoken - Are You Really Ok?

[@onlycalmchannel]

I first listened to this track with the rest of the album May 19, 2023. I was eating breakfast. Mid-meal, I completely broke down. My wife came rushing over to me and she held me - hard. We both had family members who gave up on their own lives. We tried to hold back their darkness. We failed. We hope our own mothers are in a better place.

[@sa.w.s.3070]

Sorry for your losses. I hope things get better for both of you

[@jmlopez5260]

man... truly sorry for your losses. Best wishes from the other side of the world.

[@shelleylindholm6006]

❤❤❤❤

[@Eyazinho]

Had that moment.

[@kyleburns1340]

i know the pain. best friend and fellow musician hung himself when we were 15. I was supposed to hang out with him that weekend too. never heard from him. I came home from my sisters house to the news. It haunts me still. worse more his older brother went hard into drugs and i'd see him on the bus on my way home from work knodded off. he got hard into drugs he died of overdose about 4 years ago. he never got over it. they are buried next to each other. I miss them everyday. this song when it came out my wife had to hold me for a bit. it cut really really deep.

[@shadowedsaint]

Vessel's voice evokes the ocean for me. There can be calmness, chaos, but so much depth and hidden facets. It can be comforting, but also feeling almost incomprehensible.

[@13kellyr]

Yes I agree, very oceanic

[@enigma9k]

I had my first listen to a whole play through of this album at night on a cruise, just kinda chilling on deck watching the ocean, was a pretty decent vibe.

[@twistedwires7318]

7:08 Ends the song, exhales, pauses, and stares blankly into the sheer magnitude of what she's just experienced. That sums up this song for everyone I know who's heard it.

[@shelleylindholm6006]

This song felt like a key that opened up a well of grief. As if I was seen for the first time ever. And it flooded out. ❤

[@garytackett8426]

I just got it. This song is about his mom trying to help his self-destructive actions.. Damn. For reference look up the song Dark Signs

[@craftymamamoment5407]

Atlantic ties into this song as well

[@24SparrowJack]

About his girlfriend having a miscarriage then trying to take her own life because of it

[@wrenchhead3077]

Lost a good buddy to depression. We served together. I deal with pain daily. This song is amazing. Chills. Tears. The effect it has on me is a reminder to press on.

[@brianalmeida1964]

Vessel's voice is heartbreakingly beautiful.

[@allenhicks1111]

When I heard the first chord strike , I started crying .

[@Zirc723]

Usually, I skip this song when I’m out as I don’t want to get emotional on the bus and train. This song always hit me so hard

[@byron8443]

I lost 3 brothers and one sister since I got out the army . everytime I hear this song I cry . I fight my demons everyday and I control them I just wish I could’ve helped them as well

[@taddeushelm]

Damn, that's hard. Peace and love to you, brother! Thanks for sharing.

[@llSplice]

You should really check out Bloodsport(from the room below) by them. It’s incredibly beautiful.

[@shaunnicholls8875]

You know Rosalie, you are a beautiful shining light we are all uplifted by. This song by sleeptoken is so meaningful and when he says in a way they have gone to far and he wants to help but there is nothing he can do now but have hope and repeat dont keep doing it to them is a very difficult situation. To see someone in that mind set and know that you have done everything physicaly and mentally to help them and you just watch them cut deeper and deeper and get trapped in a depth of despare that is so hard to get out off is unimaginable. And your right. We should ask questions. Not just are you ok but dig deeper, show you care and if they say yes say "no, i mean are you really ok? Let them open their hearts and discuss how they truly feel to you. Sleeptoken like 'Ren' go into heart felt hard topics in their own way and they are so unique and special i am glad to be alive to hear their messages. I cant wait for you to dig further into sleeptoken with some previous suggestions i gave to you. They are just outstanding with an unbelievable voice. So relaxing and you just cant get bored of his voice. Each song is so different and built layer upon layer. I just love them!! So Rosalie, are you really ok? Xx

[@Josh-so6nj]

Vessel with the lyrics paints a perfect picture of the image of the message they bring. The music evokes emotions, but his voice and those lyrics are what create the musical masterpiece.

[@marianogarcia1724]

I had to pull over the road to listen to it. English is not my native language, and even when I can speak well and understand what I listen, I needed to listen carefully because it was touching me deeply. This is one of those songs in which there are no language barriers because the message is so personal that it will touch anyone who needs to listen to this. Like myself. And the music is just flawless, there's so much sensitivity, musicality, and soul into it that it's impossible not to feel it. A wonderful song that goes straight to the heart.

[@Lauren__M]

This song is extremely underrated. Same with DYWTYLM.

[@danperkins2344]

His voice reminds me of the late Peter Steele of Type O Negative with the depth and how breathy his vocals are. It grabs your attention and you get lost in his voice. I love the message as someone that deals with mental illness. Hearing music like this helps me feel like I'm not alone and feel like I can still make it through some of my darkest times.

[@capedeath4194]

I thought the same thing I miss Peter so much what a great dude

[@christinawaltman4229]

Agreed RIP Peter! He would love this!

[@PleaseForgiveYourself]

We all miss the Green Man 💚

[@thomase907]

Thank you for this Rosalie, I knew you'd knock it out of the park with the psychology aspect of this song. Much love

[@rosalieelliottofficial]

thank you for the amazing suggestion and thank you so much for your patience!! :)

[@thomase907]

Like I said before. Great things are worth waiting for! I'm really glad you liked it as much as I do

[@shaunnicholls8875]

You know Rosali, you are bright beacon for all of us to look to. Personally when i first heard the begining when diving into sleep token I felt like it was going to be a sad song. I think the slightly deeper notes gave me that impression and obviously the song title suggested it maybe sad. The two lines that is the "i want to help you but i cant this time" and "cutting deeper than the scars could run". These two lines to me stood out as they had real meaning to them. The pain some1 must mentally be in to cut deeper than the previous scars must be unimaginable and in that state of mind i truly believe that its really hard for anyone to help as you just want to escape. So when he states he doesnt know how to help like i fully get that in the sence yes they have cut deeper than before but also they are so mentally drained/damaged, like he has tried so many times but now there is nothing else he can do to help in anyway. Hes not giving up but he has physically and mentally helped as much as he can and all he can do is ask them not to do it again. Sleep token has become probably my favourite banned as his lyrics are so meaningful much like Ren's music and i love to connect with a song and understand the process behind it. I can't wait for you to react to other sleep token songs which iv suggested for you to listen to. Hope you are well and ill ask that question. Are you really ok? Xx

[@spartanz2766]

This song hit me hard, it made me feel like I was being asked sincerely if I was okay and I definitely broke down listening to this

[@craftymamamoment5407]

thats how it hits me , because i am not okay i really am not

[@GodBeforeMoney]

⁠@@craftymamamoment5407I don’t know what your going through, but I want to tell you I love you.

[@IImYourAtlas]

such a powerful message whether you were the attempter or the witnessed. this is one of my favourites by them it truly encapsulates me in it

[@zealous944]

this album literally has something for everybody. it blows my mind.

[@DRock70]

That was Powerful Thank you for sharing God Bless you

[@AnaBanana6107]

The first time I heard it I cried my heart out. I have been through so much and lost my partner through suicide. This song makes me feel understood and a little less alone.

[@HowieStephens]

Very thoughtful and nuanced reaction and interpretation, thank you

[@queensurvivor]

Oof... so deep and full of a longing and care of others. Seeing this struggle with so many firsthand, this hit hard! 💔 Such a beautiful message, and I appreciate your ability to pull the nuances out to inspire others to look at this completely and offer hope, love, and light.... 🌺

[@samirnietsch5531]

I‘m going through pretty hard times right know and this song has helped me through some rough nights. Everytime I overthink and that song comes up on my playlist I usually start to cry because it really resonates with me and with how I act towards other people. I always try to be there but sometimes I just have to admit that I don’t know how to handle certain situations. And at the moment the one who really needs help is me.

[@rosalieelliottofficial]

I’m proud of you for being honest about your needs and hurts. It sounds like you’re really hurting. And I want you to know I see you. It’s ok to be vulnerable and not ok. I encourage you to find someone to speak to. Even a counselor maybe. I know it helps me immensely. You deserve to have someone you can lean on to.

[@chrishall5176]

Thisxtrack hits me so hard, it leaves me in tears because its exactly what i felt for my best friend who went on the suceed in deleting himself in 2022... i miss him still...

[@sixtyfore]

Theres a real brightness to his voice. Loved the video

[@cathyba5113]

This is a very emotional video. Thanks for this deep reaction

[@wickedPrints3256]

My initial thoughts are that it sounds a lot like the beginning riff in Bread's song 'Everything I own.' Great minds! Love this song so much.

[@mjfseven]

Thanks! I never knew I was such a sap.! once again.... thank you.

[@rosalieelliottofficial]

thank you so much for your support and generosity!! :) I guess I'm a sap too then. this song is beautiful.

[@tobiasschremmer9823]

To me that sounds quite frightening. As a person with ongoing and long lasting heavy depressive episodes with a question like the title I always look for the catch, knowing that hope can be quite treacherous sometimes. On top of that, if I feel that someone is seriously asking me if I‘m ok, I always am terrified of loosing the last bit of self control and drowning in my emotions. I guess at this point, when the first beats of this track that indeed create a feeling of warmth and a glimpse of hope, also create massive fear of being dissapointed or played at again, maybe it‘s time for another try to get help. As always, very nice reaction! PS: Btw I‘m really glad that I found your channel, sometimes it‘s help enough to feel actually understood 😇 Greetings from Eisenach, Thuringia, Germany

[@rosalieelliottofficial]

Thank you for listening and for commenting and being authentic and vulnerable. What you said makes sense. Perhaps this idea of foreboding joy? Afraid the other shoe will drop? So auf die Art “zu gut um wahr zu sein”? When Someone asks that question. Afraid it’ll all come flooding in!? That’s very understandable. Sometimes it’s worth it though. With the right person of course. But we all need someone. Yes, I def encourage you to try and get help. You deserve that. :) thank you for being here. so glad if it helps.

[@williamharris9446]

I'm crying right along with you this time

[@amyhannah1335]

Wow such a god song!! The first bit it brought me to a nice summer day in a field with green grass and beautiful flowers and I felt happy and calm like nothing bothers me😇

[@ZZerus]

Loathe & Sleep Token - Is It Really You? (another beautiful piano song)

[@troydruckenmiller1751]

I do know that the scars of my past would be trenches right now if it wasn't for my faith. How people gave me encouragement to. reach down and pull people up and push them onward and upward.

[@mjfseven]

Beautiful. !!!

[@AndyNocturne]

Really good video. Great analysis of the song from a psychological perspective. Not sure what your musical background is, but I can tell you know your stuff there as well.

[@forsythdavid23]

May God bless your work.😊

[@craftymamamoment5407]

this song is from the prospective of vessels mom trying to save him from SH , this also ties into Atlantic this one hits close to home for me as my mom had saved my life many times from SH when i was younger , sadly my mom passed in 2021 while iwas in the next room and we didnt know , her birthday is coming up and man im really not okay

[@ericaakins2036]

I lost my mother in law on Mothers day, she was more like a mom to me tho. We went everywhere together. I tried for years to get pregnant and I just couldn't until 2021. I was shocked when I found out I was pregnant, but she was so happy. She got her 3rd grandbaby, she wanted a girl but got another boy instead but she loved him SO much. I just don't understand why she had to suffer for months and then she got taken from us. My son was her world. All 3 grandbabies was her world. Her birthday is July 23, she would of been 50 this year. So young & I just don't understand why God would bless her with another grandchild...just to take her 2 1/2 years after he's born. 💔 Angie, I love you and I miss you so damn much it hurts. BooBoo misses his nanny. We all miss you so much it hurts and it's only been 2 months yesterday on the 14th...but man it's felt like a lifetime has gone by since you passed. I was always told the mother was the glue that held the family together & I believe it. Cause this family is falling apart without you. Please watch over me and booboo, your son and your daughter and your husband. Just please watch over the family and give us a sign that you are ok. Just please give us a sign that you're ok and happy now that you're with your mom, dad, brother and your grandparents... and visit us in our dreams. We love you. ❤

[@ShannonJohnson-gj8yw]

I believe he is talking to his lover that lost their child in a car accident. He woke her up while it was still dark outside and then noticed her in the sunrise reading…trying to take her mind off of the loss…but he could tell that the darkness and pain was still there no matter what he did to try and make it better. She ended up trying to take her own life. It seems that this has happened so many times and he doesn’t know what to do anymore…but he will always be there for her.

[@aporomorearuba]

My manager showed me this song and I asked what is the meaning behind this song and he explained it so well as he finished explaining the best dropped and it hit me so deep as I went through this exact scenario a couple months back😭

[@Ma14M]

This was my first time hearing this song with you , I loved and connected to it so much that I added it to one my KZbin playlist some of my list are saved from my old channel others where recently created this year this song reminds me of so many songs I already have on my lists but as I sometimes use music lyrics and videos to communicate how I feel sometimes this one is great for that in different ways 🥰🥺😭🎧🔊🎵 (edited for spelling)

[@cecilygreco1742]

I lost my 19 year old daughter & her boyfriend in a car crash on 01/03/2024 and I felt this song in my very soul!

[@rosalieelliottofficial]

I am so sorry for your loss :(

[@acedailey8736]

It impacted me by telling me the truth about myself.. I to wanna stop the world spinning.. by I was reading by the sunrise

[@yellow3592]

Vessel is a lyrical god. you gotta react to more of them

[@ShannonJohnson-gj8yw]

This is a very true story and she is still alive

[@daystarzgaming3034]

Always get a huge Pearl Jam vibe when this songs comes on.

[@spinxz_314]

Who sings the song with the lyrics heaven let your light shine down? The chord progression reminds me of that song.

[@jbonos]

@@spinxz_314Collective Soul

[@daystarzgaming3034]

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[@ElijahRaynee]

When I first heard this song it instantly reminded me of Mark Wahlbergs audition for Steel Dragon in the movie Rockstar lol this song being much deeper tho, just had that 80's rock vibe

[@w3rk3r]

Good to see you’re back! 🫶🏾 First time hearing this track I burst into tears halfway through it

[@louiegomez5]

This gives me Queenryche vibes. Great song and great reaction. Thank you.

[@tjh5716]

Sleep token and ren are all I have been listening to

[@cloneuserid1120]

Hey Rosalie can you tell me what jacket you are wearing in the icon of the video the purplish pink looking one i really like it. also good content keep it coming!

[@rosalieelliottofficial]

It’s like a poncho/wrap. :) I think I got it from a store here in America, but these types of covers can also be found in countries in Africa etc. if you search light colorful/tie die poncho you may find it

[@ShinobiZeroo]

Vessel on this track reminds me so much of Eddie Vedder from Pearl Jam!

[@MrSchism]

When this song dropped, I was making coffee. I was standing in the kitchen and just kinda stared off into the distance, disassociated the entire time, and came back with tears pouring down my cheeks. You need to do Sleep Token - Blood Sport (From the Room Below). It will transform you.

[@kr0nekxg347]

vessel got a mystical voice

[@JariJuslin]

My interpretation about "cuts deeper than the scars could run" talks about their eyes - the blood and scars look bad, but the look in their eyes cuts deeper than those.

[@that1guy13281]

This band saved me

[@Vin_Toons]

First thoughts on the opening guitar notes was melancholy.

[@5jd1]

I thought... Oh no, I love this and i'm about to have a small emotional breakdown.

[@randino1968ra]

Love the channel.

[@2007flymo]

heard this 1st time and instantly got me

[@spinxz_314]

The chord progression reminds me of shine by collective soul.

[@kennethmoore427]

I love their slower stuff. You should listen to Give. My favorite song from them. Or there cover of “Hey Ya” great vocals

[@heathking9558]

i cried... alot....

[@danellwein8679]

the beginning makes me think of that one Elton John song .. Tiny Dancer .. i think it is

[@tristanscott5037]

This song hits hard but DYWTYLM is the song off this album that breaks me still

[@williamharris9446]

Vessel is my spirit animal

[@Lou-xq9br]

❤

[@peterdoe2617]

Hallo Rosalie, So profound! 1st thing , that came to my mind was just this one word in that sentence: are you REALLY o.k.? This alone takes a lot of knowing the other side. Great song, for sure. I've been through so many situations (63,by now). A beautiful friend, becoming anorexic. Standing in front of the mirror in our house. Murmuring (In a way, I was able to hear it clearly): "fat face!". 1,81m tall. 54kg of weight, at that time. And I was out of words. I should have been able. I wasn't. I can still see it in my eyes like it was a picture I took. Hoping, that I could do better, today. From this point of view: asking back: "are you REALLY doing o.k.? I don't think so." Could be an attempt. Depending on how close you are. She is running marathons. Keeping her weight at some 61 kilos. To hide the fact, that she is basically still anorexic. Liebe Grüße aus Tangstedt!

[@ddevil4980]

To me, the opening chord structure has a searching sound to it. Like if you're were watch a movie and someone was just walking aimlessly trying to figure something out in their head. Which makes it fit the lyrics perfectly. Which Vessel just has that ability to do.

[@DarkestNova556]

To me it felt like they were purposely trying to play delicately like someone trying to genteelly talk about a harsh situation.

[@ddevil4980]

@@DarkestNova556 yeah I could see that too. 👍

[@Alphablight]

If any song deserves a “goddamn” this is it

[@dikrwood]

this is great. react to october ends dark next!!!

[@blueplasma5589]

"Cutting deeper than the scars could run," the cuts are through the skin to the muscle or worse, more serious than the old cuts!

[@jakemealer9545]

He's says he saw it in their eyes, cutting deeper than the scars could run, meaning that whatever he sees in their eyes are cutting through HIM deeper than the other person's wounds are.

[@sonofchrist7256]

Bloodsport from the room below by sleep token will make your jaw drop...100% guaranteed

[@HarveyBlevins-i4h]

Just more proof a good song has to be felt, not just heard

[@Shadow_1984_]

🥰👌🏻😎

[@Alphablight]

Darkness the first time. Hope the second

[@5jd1]

please react to Ascensionism.

[@richardeyes5159]

You really need to dive deeper can you do take me back to Eden please

[@cozmickronic9253]

I think this is song is from vessels mothers point of view..... the more i try to fit this in the story it seems more like thats where its coming from..idk for real tho

[@joesinclair9731]

Atlantic by sleep token please

[@wolfgangspath900]

Vessel is Voice

[@2furkrs]

super sad, usually skip if not lookin for a past relationship sadness

[@bartonbagnes4605]

A powerful message. Perhaps they only attempted suicide, and they are pleading for them not to try again?

[@ImFreezerBurnCompared2Cool]

It’s a shame we live in a time when songs like this don’t stand a chance at being a hit, because the industry is too busy pushing rap/hip hop. Gone are the days when REAL MUSIC and songs that had meaning ruled the charts. Now it’s just “Look at all my money and guns, let’s get high, check out all my half naked hos, etc etc”.