Serj Tankian - Justice Will Shine On - Official Music Video
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- Опубліковано 16 жов 2024
- Official music video for "Justice Will Shine On”, the second track from my upcoming solo EP titled ‘Foundations’. "Justice Will Shine On" is available now everywhere via Gibson Records - gibson.lnk.to/...
Directed by Ara Soudjian and Todd Harapiak
Edited by Simona Vackova
Gibson Media Director - Todd Harapiak
Producer - Brigid O'Connell
Consulting Producer - Mark Agnesi
Content Production Specialist - Simona Vackova
Producer - Yvette Gonzalez-Nacer
Assistant Director - Fabio Lofria
Director of Photography - Miko Malkhasyan
Steadicam Operator - Leandro Imaz
Camera Operator - Sevak Chahinian
Camera Operator - Garen Mirzaian
Assistant Camera Operator - Shihyoung Jeon
Assistant Camera Operator - Ai Kojima
Assistant Camera Operator - Sika Stanton
Assistant Camera Operator - Isue Shin
Assistant Camera Operator - Nick Eagleston
Camera Production Assistant - Geeyoung Moon
Gaffer - Bailey Clark
Best Boy Electric - Noah Shettel
Lighting Tech - Maile Edwards
Lighting Tech - Ceasar Flores
Key Grip - Baele Alexander
Best Boy Grip - Andre Sia
Band Tech - Dennis McGivern
Band Tech - Shant Barsikian
Sound Playback - Paul Figueroa
Hair & Makeup - Helen Kalognomos
Wardrobe - Jeanette Godoy
Wardrobe Assistant - Fidel Rodriguez
Wardrobe Shadow - Justin Alvarez
Production Assistant - Steve Thrasher
Production Assistant - Watson Isbell
Production Assistant - Sarah Hansen
Special Thanks to Cesar Guekian and Elizabeth Heidt
LYRICS:
Can you tell me dear grandfather of your childhood so far away
You can see the death of laughter in his teared eyes disarray
Then he pours his heart thereafter
of soldiers, taking the men away,
Leaving women and their children in the desert you will pay
We are the children of all the survivors justice will shine on. We are the demons of all the deniers justice will shine on.
Can you tell me dear grandmother of your childhood from hunger and pain
Of the orphans you called brothers in her teared eyes disarray
Can you tell me my grandson she said why this country won’t recognize that day
Of the genocide of your fathers
Believe me, grandma they will pay
We are the children of all the survivors justice will shine on. We are the demons of all the deniers justice will shine on
We are the children of all the survivors justice will shine on. We are the demons of all the deniers justice will shine on
We’ll never let you forget the past of the children that cannot grow
You will pay with a million and a half regrets of the atrocities that you sow
Their only crime was life
Their only guilt was being
During a time of strife
Of massacre and bleeding
Their only crime was life
Their only guilt was being
During a time of strife
Of massacre and bleeding
But we must never stop to strive
For our rights we must stop bleeding
We’ll never let you forget the past
Of the children that cannot grow
We’ll never let you forget the past
Of the Genocide that you sow
Can you tell me dear grandfather of your childhood so far away
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I never thought that an old Armenian man (and I am one) would be rocking out on UA-cam. My grandmother narrowly escaped the genocide. She was rescued by french ships at the base of Musa Dagh in 1915. She was 12 years old and the horrors she saw haunted her for her whole life. She loved America with all her heart. Thanks to Serj for helping us to never forget.
Yes, brother
Imagine being a self-proclamed genocide survivor and "loving America with all your heart". So I guess you grandma was pro-genocide just not herself being victimized
@@BalkanSpectreYou gotta have a nuanced view of this. A lot of people rock American flags and become patriotic because America is the place where they live, or because they got attached to the country, especially people who escape horrors will get attached once they rest there, it's not because they support literally every single horrific thing the American flag has stood for and every genocide and war and bombing America has done.
You're doing great trying to make people aware that the things America does is just as horrible but you gotta have more nuance, and try to come at this by trying to educate people, rather than demonizing victims of genocide, especially when the topic is so personal to someone
@@BalkanSpectrespoken like a true someone that’s never experienced anything outside of their mommy’s basement.
Ironically the French were committing genocides in America.
Serj welcome back , please don't let us miss your incredible voice again
till xmas 😂
The whole band is awesome!
His incredible voice is gone 😢
he never left
@@Friik765 Sounds good to me
Can’t believe he is 56 and still sounds this good! His music is going to be my favorite forever!
He does, his lyrics doesent
@@sh4dowtomi111 what?? these lyrics are not bad at all.
اكلخره قبل اسبوع طب 57
Didn’t realize he was in his 30s with System of a Down.
Justice knows no age and Serj will continue to rock on for all people
Serj's voice is as good as ever
His voice awful. He sings very bad and lazy. It is so sad that he ruined his very deep and powerful voice. Now he sounds like a small goat😢😢
true.
Yea right
Eh. It's similar, if he sings in certain ways. He's definitely avoiding heavier stuff and has been for a long time and it's not just a creative preference. Even in some of the more aggressive parts of this he's straining more than he ever did in the past. I think he still makes decent music, but I also think it's a little disingenuous to pretend his voice hasn't degraded at all with age.
@@Ventorath listen to Jonathan Davis from korn, he sounds even better than ever right now. Serj just does not practice enough)
Serj is a type of guy who never gets old.
he is
@@GIBRIDQ he is born old
I've never in my life heard a voice like Serj.
Truly unique. There will never be anyone like him
😂😂😂 Sure, no one else baaas like a goat as him. So unique!
Try no-one project band invasor ballad song
annoying asf
Son alumnos de Serj @@dsavkay
@@Toghrul20and still better than any other generic metal band guttural bs. Some tiny string bean boi trying to sound like a "warrior"😂 poser shit
А голос то у Сержа, совсем не изменился. Просто красавец! Долгих лет тебе здоровья, Серж!
You know that there's something very wrong in this world when SERJ TANKIAN comes back to sing
That's a fact
How is there anything wrong with him coming back to sing lol, that makes zero sense.
@@jaredwhiting8568 I think their point is Serj hates the rock star life and his music is always very political. If Serj is making music, it's likely there are serious problems in the world that need discussion.
Sadly his songs have never stopped being relevant...
@@murilocorrea9360 more relevant than ever probably
I feel like it’s the 2000s again serj will never change. Will always love you
Calm tf down 😂
Great Serj, humanist artist, inspiration for musicians around the world.
Peace for the dear people of Armenia.
I sincerely miss when stuff like this would play on the radio.
Agreed. Now it's all corporate glop.
It still plays on the radio. Just change the station bro
@@spookyrobbie instructions unclear, the only radio services available in my area are bbc, capitol and a classical station
We used to have real rock stations I'm portland .now blah blah blah same old crap over and over .I feel a little better knowing we are not alone
Before Clear Channel bought the airways and controlled the narative.
I love when Serj is being serious and putting his heart in the music rather than just trying to be abstract. This guy writes lyrics about what matters. One of a kind artist
Just like Yoko Ono!
Some things cannot be abstracted
And you gotta tease us with the look-a-like shavo doppelgänger on bass 😭. Welcome back Serj!
It's Mario Pagliarulo, he played with Serj over ETD, IH and Harakiri eras.
So glad to see him and the rest of FCC players back❤🎉
Shavo 2.0
You are the best, Serj.... ty for everything you do
all the old gem of singers are going back to let the world what real music is. Happy to have Serj Tankian back...
Love from Portugal, Dear Serj... We are ONE, we are HUMAN...
But obviously, not everyone we think is human - is actually human.
@@mEtalecв семье и не без уродов
Well said, @andritti. Lukasz, from some country 😊
Amazing❤Alex 40 y,o. CZ🇨🇿
Stop being delusional. History of humanity is all about conflict, hate and being divided. Just because you feel inspired by a song doesn't change those facts about our reality
The night is long but the sun always rise. Justice will shine on !
I wish I understood the discord between Serj and Daron. They both make amazing music on their own. When they combine their musical genius, it’s a recipe for greatness that can’t be replicated. I will always have hope that they can get together and work through their differences, so they can give the world what it’s been starving for, for over a decade now.
Read his latest book.
@@PaulCantu26 Whose?
@@Tomemos1Jager Serj’s…. Down with the System: A memoir (of sorts). Amazon has it on audible and he’s the one actually narrating it. Really cool.
I miss their vocal harmonies more than anything. Absolutely hair raising when those two are together.
@@PaulCantu26 I'm argentinian, can't afford to buy it, but will try to find a review or something, ty
Having recently read “Down with the System” and having followed Serj for a number of years I understand how personal this song is, and the depth of meaning behind it. It astounds me how deeply ingrained in Turkish culture the denial of the Armenian Genocide is, I recently viewed a recipe (of all things) on Instagram where the cook credited Lahmajoun as being Turkish. A number of people (myself included) questioned the accuracy of this, raising the Armenian link, and I was disgusted by how many Turks came out of the woodwork vehemently denying the Armenian genocide occurred, and even blaming Armenians as being the aggressors. I have no ties to Armenia, I have no Armenian in me but I will happily and proudly stand in support of the Armenian people and their ongoing fight for justice. Justice WILL shine on you all!
🙏
We need you more than ever! Love you man
I would give anything to have a chat with you over a beer, Serj. As a first generation Armenian-American, growing up on SOAD's music and enjoying your collections throughout adult life, it's all so relatable. Thank you so much for all the art you have made!
It's almost like SOAD was back together again! This and Scars on Broadway really shows that while both Daron and Serj contributed to its unique style, System just is not the same if you take away one or the other. Either way, this is fantastic!!
Why did they break up?
@@kissesbloody they're not really 'broken up' but they haven't done much together just because Serj and Daron seem to have a lot of conflict about ideas. So all four members pretty much just do their own projects now
@@kissesbloodyBecause the drummer played every show and every song with his ears covered, or never read the fucking lyrics of the band. John Dolmayan is sadly a right-winger
THE WORLD NEEDS MORE SERJ MUSIC MORE THAN EVER!!❤
Thanks to Serj the story of an almost unknown country will be alive in us, and we will never forget the story all over the world🔴🔵🟡
Agreed
Класс!!!! С возвращением, Серж!
World equal peace 🙏🥺🙂
Thank you serj for this music 😮🔥🤘
Serj kinda looks like Tony Stark. Imagine this MoFo in an a Suit bringing world peace the hard way
Justice will always shine on!
just ask the native americans.....
not in this country
@@KillKenny09which native Americans? The ones that brutally murdered each other before, during, and after the arrival of the Vikings, and later, other Europeans? The nature of man is not bound by winners and losers, or the strong and victim. The nature of man is forged in the need to be the alpha. It is in all animals. There is a reason for terms like animalistic behavior, and tribalism. They are innate in all of us, including the “native Americans”. There will always be wars for territory. There is always a victim. It’s what you do with cards you’ve been dealt. Whining for hundreds of years never helps. Build a casino and take the Man’s money!
@@suk4ed America is the shining example of a civilized justice system throughout all of human history. Wtf are you talking about? Lol
@@GeronimoPlaz fellow american, I agree with what your saying, but I will add in the amount of abuse our nation has given to minorities, from Asians to Blacks to Muslims to those in the LGBTQ+ community and many others.
As a native Canadian who'd great grandmother narrowly escaped the 60's scoop, who's gaining his culture back. This is like a voice for me to. Thank you serj😊
Thank you for continuing to use your voice for those that no longer have one.
I’m a simple man, I see Serj Tankian post a video I watch said video and leave a positive comment. I hope things are going well and thank you for sharing this banger with us!
God bless you simple man
@@SoroshPalid why thank you 😊
This also applies to what is happening in Palestine to all of the innocence being slaughtered by the evil neighbors including our government unfortunately, they will have their judgement day and the blood of these will be on their hands . 😢
YESSSSS SERJJJJ, WE LOVE YOUUUU❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Serj is a MONSTER in this world (Monster meaning "massive" ALL positivity in this description) He exemplifies the definition of artist. I don't believe monetary gain has ever been a focus of his (at least not for himself & if it was, it was for very worth while causes) The talent of his is mind blowing. His solo projects or Soad work is epic & still continuing. What impresses me the most is just how dedicated & honest his intentions of raising awareness of equal human rights for EVERYONE as well as not condoning any violence of any type. I have NO shame admiting to idolizing this Man!!
Same! I don’t idolize any famous people but Serj has proven to be the real deal voice of the people 🙌 he deserves all the great things coming to him
A wonderful song. I’m cheering for you from Japan.
An absolute masterpiece as always Serj. The truth will forever shine through your music.
This man is so consistent in his craft. This sounds like something he wouldve released 20 years ago and I think thats a good thing in his case.
Ehh it shows zero evolution in his sound. Nobody wants to hear the same shit for 20 years
It has been so long since he released a song this good. It sounds like it could be on Elect the Dead, I love it.
Didn't SoaD release a couple of songs late last year, or was it the year before that?!
@@JacksonOwex Yeah they did. I wasn't counting them because Serj doesn't do any of the songwriting for System of a down nowadays except for maybe some lyrics and it's been confirmed that they were originally Scars on Broadway songs.
@@JacksonOwex Protect The Land/Genocidal Humanoidz - 2020
@@JacksonOwex As Med said, those were Scars songs that they released under SOAD to fundraise. Which is totally fair, but you could tell they were Scars songs.
One of my fav artists a living legend
This man is great in many ways, his involvement in equality for his fellow country people. Along with, his musical talent. Thank you sir, for everything you have done and continue to do. You contribute positively to society.
Awesome song with an important message. We've missed your voice, Serj. There's just none like it.
If you're still listening to Serj in 2024 you're a freakin legend 🔥
I'm hanging by thread. Like Roger Waters, his music is so sanctimonious now, as to be unlistenable. Sad
If you're still listening to Serj in 2024, he's still a freakin' legend.
@@knewhunter1maybe you're just morally corrupt and his convictions trigger you bc you lack any yourself...🤷 Think about it.
@@Former_Employeewow what a not smart comment that is
Dude I am 38 started with SOAD when I was like 16 and for sure serj will be on my playlist till I died.
I love you with all my heart, Serj
Hello from Armenia❤
Привет ☺
WOW GOD, THIS IS SERJ TANKIAN
Yes...thats what the title says...he used to sing in System of a Down before he gave up on them.
@@brianbarrett2487 Bro he didn’t give up on them… They still tour together. Artistic differences exist
@@brianbarrett2487 that's a weird way of saying that he got burned out from years of touring and not being able to do his own thing.
Such a good song. I am Jewish but accept all Islam as my brothers and sisters. We fight for nothing when we should be loving each other instead. I hope for a shining future when all the Middle East is at peace and loves each other. I hope I can see it in my lifetime.
I got a Jewish last name but im not Jewish now tell me how that makes any sense i don't get it lol.
I’m currently reading Serj’s memoirs, and suddenly all of his lyrics made sense in a whole different way. Sending love from Yerevan! ❤
Love you Serj❤❤❤❤
Thank you Serj
WE LOVE SERJJ
that song is so SOAD and it hit so Hard, a great song from the greatest voice.
Love to all the Armenian peoples affected by the atrocious deeds of the past. And love to Serj himself for sharing stories and raising awareness.
Serj brings us hope. In this hostile time, in our current reality.
Nah, I hope for a new SoaD tour....not dollar store protest anthems ;)
@@brianbarrett2487 dang bro, I bet the soap bottles you rehearsed that to were in awe when you dropped that one
@@brianbarrett2487they're not that money hungry
YESS SERJY ‼️‼️‼️
19 hours ??? HOW
Exactly
@@i8j_2
@@i8j_2the music video was unlisted for 2 days and people could access it with a little trick :)
@@i8j_2they probably commented it on the premier if there was one
Можешь ли ты рассказать мне, дорогой дедушка, о своем детстве, которое так далеко?
Ты видишь смерть смеха в его заплаканных растерянных глазах.
Потом он изливает свое сердце, как солдаты забирают мужчин,
Оставляя женщин и их детей в пустыне - вы заплатите за это.
Мы - дети всех выживших,
Справедливость восторжествует.
Мы - демоны всех отрицающих,
Справедливость восторжествует.
Можешь ли ты рассказать мне, дорогая бабушка, о своем детстве, полном голода и боли,
О сиротах, которых ты называла братьями, в её заплаканных растерянных глазах?
Можешь ли ты рассказать мне, мой внук, - сказала она, - почему эта страна не признает тот день,
Геноцид твоих отцов?
Поверь мне, бабушка, они заплатят.
Мы - дети всех выживших,
Справедливость восторжествует.
Мы - демоны всех отрицающих,
Справедливость восторжествует.
Мы никогда не позволим вам забыть прошлое
Детей, которые не могут вырасти.
Вы заплатите миллионом и полумиллионом сожалений
За те зверства, что вы посеяли.
Мы - дети всех выживших,
Их единственное преступление - жизнь.
Справедливость восторжествует.
Их единственная вина - существование.
Мы - демоны всех отрицающих
Во время бедствий,
Справедливость восторжествует
От резни и кровопролития.
Мы - дети всех выживших,
Их единственное преступление - жизнь.
Справедливость восторжествует.
Их единственная вина - существование.
Мы - демоны всех отрицающих
Во время бедствий,
Справедливость восторжествует
От резни и кровопролития.
Но мы никогда не должны прекращать стремиться,
За наши права мы должны перестать истекать кровью.
Спасибо.
Сенк ю
Мурашки по всему телу. Так петь о горе и беде... Нет слов
Serj is one of the few major vocalists who has never had to learn how to sing. The voice itself is just iconic whether it's off key or not.
He is literally a trained opera singer.
Love the song, and love the message within. Solidarity, and justice!
Serj your music is truly inspiring, your music has changed my life and this song is especially great. Thank you for being an artist, you are amazing! Justice will shine on!
Im really happy cause i am 20 years old and im gonna grow up and get old with serj tankian's albums.
Thanks for everything serj❤
Serj Forever 🎤👌😊
Love From Iran dear Serj , please don't let us miss your voice and art again
I almost cried with these lyrics... some day all what Turkey means will fall and become dust, some day all opressors will forever be remebered as what they are
Serj back at it again
mmhmm
I think something Serj every year would just make life better. Never disappoints. Ty Serj!
It's better to remember tragedies, so hopefully they will not be repeated again
Serj is making all the time the greatest things with some sense. For this I love him 💔
Finally, he does something heavy again!! Awesome.
wow! 😮😮😮 We need more of your songs Serj. Great writer
Every time system or serj release something, I'm busy with something, doesn't mean I missed out, love that he is still doing music
what
@@turbomunch I'm not there when it releases
@@TheAmazingDoorknob but you are here...
@@rorsahack7819 but not on time
aaaaaaaaa...that voice!!!!!
Long live mr. Serj, great work! ❤
Every time Serj harmonizes with himself the angels join in and it's beautiful
that last part is so beautiful
Serj is one of the best musicians, ever his voice and abilities are amazing.
Just hearing his voice is enough to make me excited
Justice always shines on and its function is to promote growth and spiritual development.
This song hits HARD! Never forget the Armenian GENOCIDE!
Serj_tankian welcome back, I miss your voice full of emotion .......🤘💯
Your grandfather and all survived Armenians' stories will never be forgotten, Serj!
Love and peace to all Armenians around the world from Iran💚🤍❤️🔥🧡💙❤️
thank's Serj for humanity
With the Pharaohs fury! Serj is back !!
You are an incredible source of inspiration...thank you so much!!!.....
Goosebumps for a little...🙏
The way he sings the lyrics "Justice Will Shine On," though. I don't remember a lot of musical jargon, but instead of a hopeful crescendo as the high note, he turns the crescendo at "shine" to a lower and makes it menacing. Like this isn't a hopeful wish anymore, it's a promise and a threat to the unjust. And of course the rest of the lyrics follow through with making that promise.
Music and art! That’s where it’s at!
What a Legend. A living Legend.❤
As a son of 2 genocidees (half armenian half palestinian) thank you serj for using your amazing voice to spread the messages that you do.
Serj, te amo. ❤
Добрый день Серж я слушал ваши работы ещё с юных лет и вы каждый раз меня поражайте своими песнями до восхищения. Спасибо вам за вдохновение.
🎉🎉🎉
Justice never come to anybody or any time, during the ''power'' in hands of masters..
wow just WOW ! love it !!!
I hope you see this Serj. As an Indigenous woman of what is now called America, I hear my peoples struggles in your music. I can't help but see the similarities between our peoples struggles and I feel the rage of people and traditions taken.
Greetings from Germany 🖤😎🤘🏻 and thank UA-cam for the repeat function 😁
no one talking about the fact that larry lalonde from primus is just shredding that flying V on this song is crazy
you should definitely watch Serj's Tankians solo shows from 2007-2008, Larry was doing that same thing with them ;)
was looking for this comment
Wow! Intense… Let It Be!!! ❤
Welcome back Mr tankian we all have missed every lyric you sing is nothing but reality and truth and I thank you for that my friend!
The radicalization of the grandchildren is so true. With Palestine and Armenians experiencing similar oppression, it's perfect timing that this song is out during an in going genocide. The lyrics resonate with me very much.
this is a new masterpiece.
Love u Serj, that voice and all u stand for 🙏🙌🔥❤️🇦🇺🛐🥰💃🕊
this song gives me a feeling of "it all comes full circle".. because the meaning of this song is a huge part of the foundation of system of a down's beginnings, as i understand it
I've got goosebumps 😮
Another day, another masterpiece 🔥🔥🔥🔥
This song was garbage dude, Yall gotta get off this dudes nuts.