Still get this shit stuck in my head years later and have to watch the audition. Y’all are smoking crack if you think Andy Cizek deserved this. Not even close
Seriously. I hate to be this person. I really do. The music is awesome and you went with an amazing vocalist. And the melody is PHENOMENAL!! But serously goddamnit why did you not pick Andy!? Fuck this i'm going to bed and listen to andy's version.
@Travis Field I dont agree at all. I didnt think Hungry lights was really that good at all. Maybe some people liked it, but I cringed a bit watching some of it
I believe that if the band preferred Devins style then good for them and doing what they wanted. At the same time Andys audition has half a million views and this has 70 thousand. Weird.
Andy passed 1 mil now. I do wonder how many of the people who watched this version came from Andy's version to compare. In some ways, Andy may be responsible for this version's view count, which is strange to think about.
@@hanksilman4016 I literally am the example. Never even knew this audition was a thing. Heard Andy's first in recommendation. Then saw it was a contest. Wanted to hear who won. This guy doesn't sound bad. But damn, Andy made it really hard to hear anything but his version. An apparently this vocalist left. So it's weird after all that. But Andy is in like 3 bands now so it works out regardless.
Andy's version just had so much more emotion in the melody, but honestly I'm glad he wasn't chosen because now he's making THE DOPEST MUSIC with Monuments
Andy Cizek had so much love and passion that I am not hearing here. (as good as this is) Andy really killed it. He felt this. He oozed with desire and drive. Sumerian is great, and I support this, but Andy should have had this one. Nothing against the vocalist who made it.
Let's get an Andy Cizek feature for the Deluxe Edition of the album. There's already a fan made mashup of the two entries and at the 2:46 mark it's fucking magical.
Maybe I'm lucky to have not heard this other version I've seen in the comments, because when this version came on my spotify I was hooked. I love everything about it. Kind of a bummer to see how many dont like it because they want someone else singing. Let's just enjoy it, eh?
Devin was amazing for this 🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤 I literally wanted so much to sing for this track, and as I was in the process of writing lyrics, I couldn’t get his voice or lyrics out of my head, and his voice and style just fit so perfect with the track. It sounded like he was already part of the band. He was meant for this project. 🖤🖤🖤🎵🎶 Sumerian & In Motive made such an amazing decision and are so lucky to have Devin as their vocalist.
If you guys can’t get that impact that his first line had, you’re insane. There were a lot of great auditions, but Devin’s was by far the best. That first line sent chills through my spine and was perfect for this song. I think he fits great and I am excited to hear more from these guys!
Everyone talking about Andy and Devin bah I don't like either but the best version was justin bonitz (not someone who joined contest) the song is Hungry lights-Needless
Heres the problem: At some point, everyone listened to Andy's too many times and it became the song to us. So when we hear a different vocalist, it sounds wrong. But, go listen to Revival. It's the first song that we've heard with just Devin, and he fits it so well. I like this version just as much as Andy's. Congrats Devin.
This is a situation where the people have spoken. The Sumerian Records page has 141,000 views and Andy's has almost 1 million. Thats the people telling you so much without needing to read a word from the comments . The band and or record label made a poor decision opening up auditions to the public and then not listening to that same general publics opinion on who ought to be chosen. No the band never had to choose the " popular " choice. They needed to make their choice. However the consequence is also the potential fan base making a choice of whether or not they listen to the music . Pirating is the least of a bands worries if the people aren't even listening to their version of the music to begin with. The fact that Andy has more video presence on his one song than the whole band does between all their songs released so far speaks volumes. The worst part is. , in my opinion the band picked the better singer. I like this version personally better than Andy's , but the public apparently doesn't agree with me or the bands choice. I find this piece of data fascinating and as a young record label owner myself im learning from this data vicariously through you guys as much as possible. This has been a fun internet experiment to watch . As was the Harrp machine project. You learn so much more from failure than you do success. May god bless this band and Sumerian Records and all their endeveours.
I messaged Devin right off the bat and told him he was gonna win lol. Sooooo many people on here wanting g Andy to win, yeah it was good but you just obviously don't know REAL talent when you see/hear it. It was obvious he was gonna get in seriously how do you not know. Devins audition was beast mode asf
Hey Sumerian and band. I literally had to go to ANDY CIZEK'S, let me repeat that, ANDY CIZEK'S page to even remember who this band was. There was so much potential with ex "City in the Sea" members and Lee McKinney for this band to be great. You know something is not right when Andy's audition has 6 TIMES the views of the actual album version. Don't get me wrong, props to the guy they chose, but I find myself going back to listen to Andy's version and not this one. I think that speaks for itself.
I would like to add, NO hate towards the vocalist they chose though. He's good I just think he wasn't the right choice for this band. I'm sure he's an excellent addition for another band. I hope this gets him some publicity and allows the vocalist to move on to greater things. In fact, I hope this allows Andy to gain some momentum in his projects/endeavours as well.
J apprécie cette version et de loin, je suis content pour vous les gars vous avez du vivre une super expérience, je tiens aussi a dire bravo à tous les chanteurs qui ont participé, continuez les gars
Every one commenting on how they think Andy should have won, and how this guy is not as good, etc... It's great that you support Andy, I also love his voice, but this guy won for fair reasons, the melody is genius and very catchy, despite using pitch correction in his audition anyone with basic vocal knowledge could see that this guy can clearly sing and sing great. This guy is VERY creative both in lyrics and melody, he knows how to make the best out of his voice and this genre suits him MUCH better than it would suit Andy, ofc andy could make it here to, but he is more inclined to a heavier side of music. Mad props to both guys, it's just so disappointing to see that this community usually supports one artist by putting down another. Devin will go far and so will Andy. If you like, it say it; if you don't, say it: but stop comparing this two singers and whining over how Sumerian's choice doesn't align with your taste. And try supporting upcoming artists of all sorts, the last thing the music industry needs is people making it harder for someone to succeed.
I literally can'y listen to this. I have to listen to Andy's audition if i ever want to listen to this song. How in the FUCK did they pick this over Andy's, like what in the name of corn dogs happened there??
Do you guys not just think Andys one sounds like any other rock singer though? If they wanted to sound more original this was surely the better choice.
he took a shot in the mouth for it likely. andy's was within the rules without using vocal effects, if he did it still sounded more natural than this assholes audition sounds like hes singin into a fan, really would prefer andy's voice and lyrics damn shame sumerian can suck a fuck
The fact that going through to upvote every comment saying that Andy was better took FOUR playthroughs of this completely emotionless song should tell you enough about who really should've won...
While I definitely dig Andy's rendition, I agree that Devin's performance really makes the music resonate. Andy has very powerful vocals, which, while amazing in their own regard, just aren't what this music needs. Devin has a much finer tone to his voice, definitely in line with the vibe that the instruments give. But, you know, opinions and shit.
This vocalist makes me not want to listen to this band. I'm actually really sad Andy didn't get the gig. I probably would have worshipped this music but the vocals kill it for me after having Andy's version stuck in my head.
Lyrics: Swiftly, it starts Impulses driving me so far astray I feel a part Of myself expire, wither away Carry the spark Or smother it, and lose your grip Left with a mark, a dream of a star This isn’t my reality This is my holding out for something greater I never knew vitality A soul that wanders, lost within a song Take me To a better place, where I’ll embrace The soul inside of me Calm, at peace Far beyond this mess my mind can rest The current carries me along A force that pushes me on A voice that calls from afar Still searching for my family Nostalgic spirits coming back to life Demons of old, abandon me No longer letting fear block me from the light Song, take me To a better place, where I’ll embrace The soul inside of me Calm, at peace Far beyond this mess my mind can rest The current carries me along A storm that I cannot ignore Ravages me beyond the shore Some force I’ve never felt before Beckoning me to venture forth Current, carry me on Voices call from afar Now the line has been drawn, reluctance is gone Carry me on Song, take me To a better place, where I’ll embrace A soul that sets me free Calm, at peace Far beyond this mess my mind can rest The current carries me along
CAAAAAAALLLLMMMMM,
AT PEAAAACCEEEE
I don’t know why, but this song fills me with such a pure feeling of nostalgia. It brings up memories of a simpler time. Love this.
I get that same nostalgic feeling too!
Same
CAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAALLMMM!!!!!
NK Cardenas AT PEACE!
Lame
More like Yawn...😩
@@Thobbit8 the singer who won the contest left last year. you stan no one
@@Thobbit8 mOre liKE yAwN
Still get this shit stuck in my head years later and have to watch the audition. Y’all are smoking crack if you think Andy Cizek deserved this. Not even close
4 years have passed, still can't get over the fact that Andy wasn't picked
I'm always waiting for the "Swiftly it starts, impulses drivin me, so far astray..."
Seriously. I hate to be this person. I really do. The music is awesome and you went with an amazing vocalist. And the melody is PHENOMENAL!! But serously goddamnit why did you not pick Andy!? Fuck this i'm going to bed and listen to andy's version.
Check out Andy's band Makari. They're amazing
This guys vocals are way better than the Andy guys. Andy sounds good when he sings high but hes not good in his lower register
Christopher Martlin When do either of these guys sing low for this song? I’m confused
@@bcarp3 low is relative. so the lower notes
Can't we just agree both versions were really good?
I like Andy’s version as well. This guys voice gives me goosebumps
that lyrics... so emotional
The best version of this song is when Andy and Devin are perfectly in sync. 😢 It was beautiful!
This definitely isn't bad, but I cant unhear Andy's version.
No it doesn't
@Travis Field Lol wrong
@Travis Field I dont agree at all. I didnt think Hungry lights was really that good at all. Maybe some people liked it, but I cringed a bit watching some of it
@Travis Field Hmm, interesting.
Yes I'll look more into him!
SSAKHFHXGS
I believe that if the band preferred Devins style then good for them and doing what they wanted. At the same time Andys audition has half a million views and this has 70 thousand. Weird.
sunny leatham close to a mil now 😱
Yeah they really fucked up
Andy passed 1 mil now. I do wonder how many of the people who watched this version came from Andy's version to compare. In some ways, Andy may be responsible for this version's view count, which is strange to think about.
@@hanksilman4016 I literally am the example. Never even knew this audition was a thing. Heard Andy's first in recommendation. Then saw it was a contest. Wanted to hear who won. This guy doesn't sound bad. But damn, Andy made it really hard to hear anything but his version. An apparently this vocalist left. So it's weird after all that. But Andy is in like 3 bands now so it works out regardless.
Shawn Mitchell Sunsleep, Denis’/guy who left’s band is good too. It suits him very well in my opinion. He was never not good.
Andy's version just had so much more emotion in the melody, but honestly I'm glad he wasn't chosen because now he's making THE DOPEST MUSIC with Monuments
Andy Cizek had so much love and passion that I am not hearing here. (as good as this is) Andy really killed it. He felt this. He oozed with desire and drive. Sumerian is great, and I support this, but Andy should have had this one. Nothing against the vocalist who made it.
Congrats to Devin, great singer. But Andy Cizek is outstanding and should have won the contest.
Sky land difference between Devin and Andy
yeah no I don't want finn the human yelling in my ear. yelling in a high pitch doesn't mean you're some great singer
I've heard Andy Cizek version so many times, that this one sounds weird to me. :/
Yeah, been waiting for CAAAHLM for the entire song. Still great though.
I'm so upset he didn't win. Everyone should go check out his band, wvnder if you haven't though. Definitely one of my favourite bands.
Sammmee xc
David Castillo Pérez right Lol
Its 2019 & I still listen to the OG version of this song, Andy Cizek
The vocalist was not a bad pick, but when the chorus kicks in it just lags power and energy, man andy handled that so well ...
I think they wanted this lack of power...
Hungry Lights' had the most power in the chorus for sure, Andy's was also great though.
It's very clean w.o.w so relax
I like how he actually belts out one of the "disconnects" instead of going falsetto like in the audition. Good choice.
Let's get an Andy Cizek feature for the Deluxe Edition of the album. There's already a fan made mashup of the two entries and at the 2:46 mark it's fucking magical.
Eh I'm gonna go listen to Andy's version now... it's a shame because Lee is such a beast guitarist. Would've been a cool partnership
The band chose the voice they believed fit the sound they wanted more. I'm glad to hear what THEY wanted us to hear. not what everyone else wanted.
Someone made a video where Devin and Andy sing at the same time and its actually pretty awesome.
Quickestturtlez link?
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Andys vocals sounded great but this is such an original sound. Love all the falseto parts
The Current carries me along :-)
Andy Cizek owns this track.
He literally doesn't lmao
@@Pughhead He literally does, lmao
@@CMDninjas He lost the competition.. and so he didn't get into the band... so he doesn't...
@@Pughhead just because the record label chose him, does not mean he didn't win the public vote. He still owns this track
@@CMDninjas Sure, that's how it works...
Maybe I'm lucky to have not heard this other version I've seen in the comments, because when this version came on my spotify I was hooked. I love everything about it. Kind of a bummer to see how many dont like it because they want someone else singing. Let's just enjoy it, eh?
Literally every comment is about how Andy was better. From a business perspective, Sumerian really screwed up.
rapdracula couldn't agree more
Yea Sumerian messed up bad
I like more Devin's version 🤷🏻♂️
Sumerian picked the better singer hands down
@@1cx7r23 he left the band 🤷♂️
Bring back Andy Cizek.
I love this version. The singer is clearly talented with writing lyrics. And the way he sings brings so much dynamic to the song
i love andy cizek's version
Incredible voice.
Man really wanted, Andy Cizek to get this gig. Feelsbadman
IgniteRespire22 well he's got the mecari gig now so its fine
The vocal melodies are perfection.
Where is andy?
Yea, Devin is really really good.....but Andy Cizek murked it! What happened?
Devin was amazing for this 🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤 I literally wanted so much to sing for this track, and as I was in the process of writing lyrics, I couldn’t get his voice or lyrics out of my head, and his voice and style just fit so perfect with the track. It sounded like he was already part of the band. He was meant for this project. 🖤🖤🖤🎵🎶 Sumerian & In Motive made such an amazing decision and are so lucky to have Devin as their vocalist.
If you guys can’t get that impact that his first line had, you’re insane. There were a lot of great auditions, but Devin’s was by far the best. That first line sent chills through my spine and was perfect for this song. I think he fits great and I am excited to hear more from these guys!
flying free down the freeway at 75 miles an hour it's awesome with this coming out the speakers can you think of anything better
Great job Sumerian. Andy had the best fucking version that has almost HALF A FUCKING MILLION VIEWS!?!? The hell were you all smoking?
Devin was definitely very very good but I still like Andy's better
Wow Sumerian fail. Andy's try out was so much better! You can feel the raw passion and drive behind his music c'mon now!
Andy fucking killed this track, this guy blows in comparison.
Mom : What are u doing ?
Me : Watching the Picture
Mom: Can I watch with you?
Kid: Mom what are you doing?
Mom: Nothing, just watching Andy Cizek kill some audition tape for some band... I bet he wins...
Kid: 😓
such nice lyrics..melody..vocals..its just amazing
If Andy cizek aint the one on vocals I honestly would rather only have the instrumental.
@Just Some Guy without a Mustache TY.
Nothing makes me happier than Andy's video having more views than this.
Everyone talking about Andy and Devin bah I don't like either but the best version was justin bonitz (not someone who joined contest) the song is Hungry lights-Needless
I enjoy this alot! good job!
Heres the problem: At some point, everyone listened to Andy's too many times and it became the song to us. So when we hear a different vocalist, it sounds wrong.
But, go listen to Revival. It's the first song that we've heard with just Devin, and he fits it so well.
I like this version just as much as Andy's. Congrats Devin.
I was listening to Sunsleep and remembered this. I forgot how good this was. The instrumentals on this too are so.... damn good.
This was actually my favorite one... Glad he won
0:18 it was at this moment that I knew they fucked up
Swiftly it did not start
Rofl, took me a second to catch that one, you damn right though
Andy's video got more views than the original. This sounds weird a bit after listening Andy's one.
Nice but to be honest, Andy should have won!
This is a situation where the people have spoken. The Sumerian Records page has 141,000 views and Andy's has almost 1 million. Thats the people telling you so much without needing to read a word from the comments . The band and or record label made a poor decision opening up auditions to the public and then not listening to that same general publics opinion on who ought to be chosen. No the band never had to choose the " popular " choice. They needed to make their choice. However the consequence is also the potential fan base making a choice of whether or not they listen to the music . Pirating is the least of a bands worries if the people aren't even listening to their version of the music to begin with. The fact that Andy has more video presence on his one song than the whole band does between all their songs released so far speaks volumes. The worst part is. , in my opinion the band picked the better singer. I like this version personally better than Andy's , but the public apparently doesn't agree with me or the bands choice. I find this piece of data fascinating and as a young record label owner myself im learning from this data vicariously through you guys as much as possible. This has been a fun internet experiment to watch . As was the Harrp machine project. You learn so much more from failure than you do success. May god bless this band and Sumerian Records and all their endeveours.
Deff like devin on this he stands out
AH I wanted this guy to win! Yay!
Finally! Where's andy tho....
sorry agree to all. Andy should have won!
Sounds like everything else that has been released under Sumerian for the past decade
This is literally one of my top songs!
Such a shame Andy didn't get the nod... but still a great track.
oh hell yeah. I'll be listening to this all day
Kyle Anthony YOU KNOW,
I heard this ages ago
but don't know where?
wait
WASN'T IT THE looking for a vocalist thing a while ago x
Dark Incision yeah this was the song they put out a vocal audition for.
I was hoping you picked him, and I'm glad you did!
Andy is great! I still prefer this version.
I'M SO FRUSTRATED ABOUT ANDY, NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO WAAAAAAAAAAAAY NONONONNONNONONONONONONO
beautifuuuuul
DAMN, this band is gonna be great.
Hungry Lights version tho... Needless...
I messaged Devin right off the bat and told him he was gonna win lol. Sooooo many people on here wanting g Andy to win, yeah it was good but you just obviously don't know REAL talent when you see/hear it. It was obvious he was gonna get in seriously how do you not know. Devins audition was beast mode asf
Hey Sumerian and band. I literally had to go to ANDY CIZEK'S, let me repeat that, ANDY CIZEK'S page to even remember who this band was. There was so much potential with ex "City in the Sea" members and Lee McKinney for this band to be great. You know something is not right when Andy's audition has 6 TIMES the views of the actual album version. Don't get me wrong, props to the guy they chose, but I find myself going back to listen to Andy's version and not this one. I think that speaks for itself.
I would like to add, NO hate towards the vocalist they chose though. He's good I just think he wasn't the right choice for this band. I'm sure he's an excellent addition for another band. I hope this gets him some publicity and allows the vocalist to move on to greater things. In fact, I hope this allows Andy to gain some momentum in his projects/endeavours as well.
Justin from hungry lights had the best version in my opinion
Cool! So this is that contest thing!
J apprécie cette version et de loin, je suis content pour vous les gars vous avez du vivre une super expérience, je tiens aussi a dire bravo à tous les chanteurs qui ont participé, continuez les gars
Every one commenting on how they think Andy should have won, and how this guy is not as good, etc... It's great that you support Andy, I also love his voice, but this guy won for fair reasons, the melody is genius and very catchy, despite using pitch correction in his audition anyone with basic vocal knowledge could see that this guy can clearly sing and sing great.
This guy is VERY creative both in lyrics and melody, he knows how to make the best out of his voice and this genre suits him MUCH better than it would suit Andy, ofc andy could make it here to, but he is more inclined to a heavier side of music. Mad props to both guys, it's just so disappointing to see that this community usually supports one artist by putting down another.
Devin will go far and so will Andy. If you like, it say it; if you don't, say it: but stop comparing this two singers and whining over how Sumerian's choice doesn't align with your taste. And try supporting upcoming artists of all sorts, the last thing the music industry needs is people making it harder for someone to succeed.
I literally can'y listen to this. I have to listen to Andy's audition if i ever want to listen to this song. How in the FUCK did they pick this over Andy's, like what in the name of corn dogs happened there??
Justin's version was far superior, cant believe yall exploited him out of his monetization money 💀💀💀💀💀
Proud of you guys! I voted for you. :)
I heard this song on spotify first as a "Top Recommendations For You". Came here to say, "YAY! Good job!" :)
I have Andy's version in my cars playlist, sorry to say it is the only way i can listen to this track
Tamina's World saaaame. &I still blare it here and there. He made the song a legend. Goosebumps every time. “CAAALLLLM~taaake meeee~
def gives a dead letter circus vibe, great vocals.
Justin and Andy are the best picks hands down
Andy Cizek"s version STOMPS this one. All this song made me want to do was listen to his audition. Ya'll fucked up
Claritys Edge Shut the fuck up.
Right? I'm honestly baffled how they chose this.
Do you guys not just think Andys one sounds like any other rock singer though? If they wanted to sound more original this was surely the better choice.
he took a shot in the mouth for it likely. andy's was within the rules without using vocal effects, if he did it still sounded more natural than this assholes audition sounds like hes singin into a fan, really would prefer andy's voice and lyrics damn shame sumerian can suck a fuck
Jesse Green i fuckin know right!!!!? Like how in fuck did this guy get the spot?
I mean Andy's was alright. But this is juicy. Def deserves more credit. This is gold.
Absolutely blown away! The vocals compliment the instrumentation so much
Good but im so use to andy's version, probably because it the first one i heard and he killed it.
The fact that going through to upvote every comment saying that Andy was better took FOUR playthroughs of this completely emotionless song should tell you enough about who really should've won...
Finally we get the reward of Andy not being picked: Monuments
is this that competition that Sumerian held a few months back?
I think we can all come to the understanding that Andy owns this track alone.
I love this!
Pretty good song. Has some popish summer vibesn i like it and i do like Andy cizek's version as well but this is great
I love it ..!
No disrespect but Andy killed his audition and deserved lead vocals. Devin is ok and did good but I didn't feel any raw emotion at all.
Still ponder on this whole controversy. But sooooooo happy Andy ended up in Monuments. I hope everyone involved are happy.
too good ,,, gives me goosebumps
The people have obviously spoken. That feeling when Andys audition video has almost 8 times the views than the official video....
While I definitely dig Andy's rendition, I agree that Devin's performance really makes the music resonate. Andy has very powerful vocals, which, while amazing in their own regard, just aren't what this music needs. Devin has a much finer tone to his voice, definitely in line with the vibe that the instruments give.
But, you know, opinions and shit.
This vocalist makes me not want to listen to this band. I'm actually really sad Andy didn't get the gig. I probably would have worshipped this music but the vocals kill it for me after having Andy's version stuck in my head.
Lyrics:
Swiftly, it starts
Impulses driving me so far astray
I feel a part
Of myself expire, wither away
Carry the spark
Or smother it, and lose your grip
Left with a mark, a dream of a star
This isn’t my reality
This is my holding out for something greater
I never knew vitality
A soul that wanders, lost within a song
Take me
To a better place, where I’ll embrace
The soul inside of me
Calm, at peace
Far beyond this mess my mind can rest
The current carries me along
A force that pushes me on
A voice that calls from afar
Still searching for my family
Nostalgic spirits coming back to life
Demons of old, abandon me
No longer letting fear block me from the light
Song, take me
To a better place, where I’ll embrace
The soul inside of me
Calm, at peace
Far beyond this mess my mind can rest
The current carries me along
A storm that I cannot ignore
Ravages me beyond the shore
Some force I’ve never felt before
Beckoning me to venture forth
Current, carry me on
Voices call from afar
Now the line has been drawn, reluctance is gone
Carry me on
Song, take me
To a better place, where I’ll embrace
A soul that sets me free
Calm, at peace
Far beyond this mess my mind can rest
The current carries me along
The lyrics is Andy's version
@@samuelmvaiphei2547 we find sherlock here
Lol
the amount of petty required to post this...is perfect lol terrible but also not lol
the actual lyrics