My sister just passed away in July 2023. We are Loyal Shawnee Tribe. We believe when you pass on, you have to cross a river and on the other side is all of your passed loved ones. RIP Ashley Leanne Malek, drugs suck!!!!
My daughter died of an overdose. This is the last song on her playlist. I saw her journal from years ago among her belongings.She struggled with her addiction and sometimes it seemed she was conquering. We tried to reach for her for years. "The hands of many must join as one and together we'll cross the river" please love your neighbor as yourself.
That is heart breaking! My daughter almost succeeded at that months ago so I know that fear as a father but I could not imagine how you must feel. My deepest condolences. :(
Kinda ironic how a song with an ending about coming together to get over "the river" has people arguing about the true meaning. To me, the song means all of the things people have suggested, with the river being all of these different opinions and people to come together and just agree for once. "It'll take a lot more than words and guns" "a whole lot more than riches and muscle". It doesn't matter how intelligent you are, how strong or rich you are or whether you believe in a god. The greatest challenge for anyone to face is acceptance of themselves and each other, and until that happens we'll never cross "the river" that is the final filter to bring peace to humanity.
@@suicidefrog_ the fact that megatron and optimus have been fighting for so long they cant separately live without being drawn to eachother and cause destruction wherever they go.
@@joshswepston8661 I think that’s heavily in part to their conflicting ideologies and the amount of influence they both generate to their subordinates. It’s as if they are divine opposites and the existence of the other will always be a threat to the others influence,power and goals.
THE HUMBLING RIVER : There was a King who had everything a man could strive for. His achievements were many and his failures were few. There were grandiose stories, documenting his many glories. But none as somber as the one I tell you now. His kingdom was vast, reaching from sea to sea. They called him a conqueror, a liberator and even a god to be. He charged into every battle, fearless and ruthless, never fleeing and always victorious. His wife of many years had given him three sons to carry on his name. The people would chant 'long live the king' and may his dynasty forever reign. This King did things no one thought possible, amassing great riches and fame across the nation. No army, no castle, no man stood a chance against him. Until he came across the simple river in the woodlands. This river did not care for his titles, his might or his status. And despite his best efforts, the river opposed him. The King had no reason to cross the river other than pride, but that was enough for him to become crazed in the eye. He braved the fiercest storms and survived the most vicious battles, but this river somehow stopped him. His servants could hear him cry out in the night. Angel, angel what have I done? I've faced the quakes, the wind, the fire. I've conquered country, crown and throne. Why can't I cross this river?. Whispers began to spread of the king, people joked that a mere body of water had bested their mighty ruler. He grew obsessed with that river, driven to cross it at any and all costs. He had his builders build a bridge, but the river took it down. He had his soldiers brave the current, but all were lost and drowned. He had his priests pray for God's assistance, but none was ever given. Each time, they were repelled by the river and with every attempt, the king grew more agitated. He had his learned friends research the history of the river, but they found nothing of note. It was a simple river, nothing more, they urged. The King's sons constantly squabbled over the throne that would one day be theirs and saw the river as an opportunity to win their father's favor. The eldest son was the bravest and he stepped boldly into the current, but his valor could not save his life from the raging water. The middle son was intelligent and built a contraption to get across, but it failed and he was washed away with his creation. The youngest was lazy and had the river filled with boulders, but they gave way as soon as he stepped upon them. The King's three sons perished in that water and it was too much for the queen to bear, so on the night of the final funeral, she threw herself into the river. The King's obsession with the river only worsened as he drained his kingdom of all its resources in an effort to find a way to the other side. His people started to turn against him as his sanity unraveled. Those most loyal assured they'd think no less of him if he were to give up this foolhardy pursuit. But he continued to refuse. A fortnight after his wife had thrown away her life, the kingdom was gathered on the bank as the King proclaimed he would cross it himself, ordering no one to come to his aide. He believed the river to be alive and that it was testing his resolve . And on the morning of that fateful day, he was ready to risk it all. But as he prepared for the dangerous trek, a peasant girl slipped and fell in. She gripped onto a rock as the river fought hard to pull her all the way in. She cried and she screamed, but the King remained still, uncaring for her young life. But then a boy in rags stepped forward, calling out for the girl who he named his sister. He tried jumping in, but was grabbed by a soldier and told he would perish, but the boy kept trying to get to her. 'If I am to die then I will die, but I will not stand idly by,' the boy boldly proclaimed. And so he dove in, that peasant boy with no name. The crowd watched in awe as he arose from the thunderous current, his feet gripping the muck that lie beneath the surface. With all his strength, he pulled himself across and snatched his sister from the slippery wet rocks. When they made it to the other side, the King shouted witchcraft and demanded that the boy must die. His archers looked around, but did not raise their bows. He shouted and shouted, but no one did as they were told. The King was alone, feeling betrayed. And in a fit of rage, he jumped into the river, following that peasant boy with no name. He thrashed around & grunted as he pushed his way across, but just as he reached the other side, he met the young boy's gaze. The boy reached out to give the King a hand, the King who had just demanded his life. The angry King scoffed and pushed him away, grabbing a nearby tree branch to haul himself onto the river bank. The branch, well it snapped and the river sucked him back in. The crowd let out a gasp, but not a single one jumped in. As the water pushed the King beneath its waves and he took his final breath, he dwelled on all that he had lost in the recent past. His crown, his people, his wealth and his lands. His kingdom, his family and his legacy with them. This river had taken his mind and on that fateful day, the river would claim his life. And as he sank below the raging current, he saw one final sight... That peasant boy with no name and his sister by his side. Now they tell stories about that river and the nameless boy who dared to cross it. They sing of a king who was once called great, but the river in the woodlands had stolen all he attained. To this day, only those of pure heart can cross the humbling river, all others will be swept away.
@@crono3339 thank you both i got this song same time you posted @lauraschiesl8845 1 year ago Cross the river like a barrel full of monkeys lifting eachother up Jacobs ladder of angels You shed your blood and sent your word poured out your Spirit like a river gave me life abundantly made my eyes so they can see in my heart i plant your word from all evil do i turn Oh help me cross the river and come on home to you Forever All Together linking arms One in Spirit and in Truth We look only to You Walking Hand in hand Together for our God we stand And lift eachother with our hands In the name of our Lord Jesus Christ (Yahweh, Yahushua, Ruach) We lift each other up high Praise the Father, praise the Son Praise the Spirit three in one Sing it with the humbling river by Puscifier on you tube
I'm seeing a lot of arguments against the religious and atheist. Well I wont tell you what I am, but when I heard this song, I did not think of either, I thought of humanity as a whole and our internal struggle.
Yes I believe its about human conflict and war how you could conquer countries but can't cross a river without the help of everyone else a river that maybe just leads to peace?
I have a friend of many years who had two sons and a daughter. She and her family lived at the bank of a mighty river just like this one. Her children grew listening to the rush of waters and often we're lulled to sleep at it's bank. As her oldest son grew up, he became a strong hiker, climber and outdoorsman. After first responder training or kyack lessons, he would often swim across the river to make his way back home. His white water kyack skills were second to none and he was known through out the state even featured in professional videos. After returning from a white water trip out of the country, his home river took him away in his prime. He was lost to the raging white waters he loved so much. On the day we painted kyack stylized rocks in his honor, to give to his family, this song randomly appeared on a music app we were listening to. I will never forget the moment; I had never even heard of the band Puscifer nor had I ever heard the song Humbling River. Never had a song fit more deeply or in as mysterious and beautiful a way. Whenever I listen to it I think of my friend and the son she lost, to the mighty humbling river.
I feel like a lot of Transformers fans (me included) really connect to this song. And as I’m writing this it is a wonderful known as 2020. I just want to remind us that we can all pass our struggles and hardships together. And make it to the other side of this humbling river. Till all are one.
Rest in peace transformers. I don't think a lot of people really know how much of an impact this will have on transformers fans so I want to say goodbye to this masterpiece of a franchise. Goodbye transformers. Your sparks will live on forever. Transform and roll out...
I've been a Tool fan for 17 years and NEVER heard this song. I was always one of those "Puscifer is hit or miss for me" Dudes. This is simply amazing. What a song.
I just love Maynard. I haven't heard any of his songs in movies or TV, but I always check all his stuff out many times. I wasn't a fan of APC at first but loved Tool & then Puscifer, I also love APC now too. This man cannot make bad music....IMO
My friend Billie passed away from drowning in our river that runs through our town. She sent me this song a month ago. Rest in peace my dearest friend.
Though I’m sure there are many interpretations, this song speaks to me as a unity call for humanity and at a time when I feel more disconnected from humanity/society than ever, it’s a beautiful reminder to hold hands through all our problems and survive together.
This song... always gives me chills. No matter how many times I've heard it, this songs tells the story of our evolution as a species and culture. The power of this song blinds me.
Very similar to a myth in Norse mythology. Thor can't cross the river and the Ferryman makes him walk the long way around because he doesn't realize that it takes more than conquests and boasts to stand among the other gods.
@@phoenix27blaze23 If you watch some of Maynard's interviews, you'll see that he doesn't give a shit about the recondite. He's more interested in psychology grounded in reality and expressed through picturesque language.
@@evieni1465 Yes, I'm aware. As I stated before Maynard loves giving away hidden/ occult message!s in his all his bands lyrics. He always has. Tool was showing "Illuminati" shit before it was the standard. This is why many tool songs weren't played on MTV & damn sure never the radio stations in the 90s. Tool did have very few videos played on MTV back when MTV was a music video channel.
I see so many people arguing about atheism and Christianity in these comments but I agree with you 100% and it felt the same since the first time I've heard the song
@@laurelhewitt yeah this song was in the cinematic reveal trailer for the the game transformers fall of cybertron and it is actually how I found this song😅
The meaning of this song is clear. It's not about war, God or even the river. It's about needing each other, loving one another and how we can accomplish more if we stop bickering and hating one another and instead came together as one, humans, not race, color, religion or any of the other nonsense that separates humanity to prevent us from growing, loving and peace. The words are right there.
yeah but that will never happen, religion and racism has made sure of that... i mean, just look at the dark ages, 1000 years of progress lost because of the church.
Oh my god James Meynard is so talented musician. I adore his voice. Tool, A Perfect Cycle, Puscifer all bands of his are absolute winner to my ears, heart and soul. Love from Slovenia.
Christians: the river is going to heaven. Atheists: the river is a struggle duhhhh transformer fans: umm yo I just beat this sick ass game you guys should play it.
@@onenerdygremlin My theory goes like this: Megatron beat the old establishment, which was incredibly oppressive, with your job being connected to your alt mode. Megatron, with his incredible intelligence and brute strength, beat it. (I’ve faced the quakes, the wind, the fire. I’ve conquered country, crown, and throne). However, he never truly united Cybertron (Why can’t I cross this river?). With his own establishment perhaps being just as oppressive as the last, the Autobots fought back. Cybertron will not be truly united with the intelligence, riches, and brute strength of Megatron and the Decepticons (pay no mind to the battles you won. Will take a lot more than rage and muscle… it’ll take a lot more than words and guns… the hands if the many must join as one, and together we’ll cross the river)
@@fleafarts3576 “Victory cannot be achieved without sacrifice, Mason. We Russians know this better than anyone.” - Viktor Reznov, Call of Duty: Black Ops 2010
The best lyricist by far! I'm a Lyft driver and when my car is empty it's playing Tool, Pucifer or Perfect Circle! I can really relate to Maynard's music! ❤️❤️❤️
I love the feeling the drums give... this kind of pulling, effort-filled sound. It's as if I am listening to the embodiment of "... one more step... one more step...".
this is simple. idk why everyone is trying to figure what the river is. this is a song to the prideful hearts of men, no matter their gender religion or political standpoint, it's about humbling yourself and realizing you're only human, and how we all need to work together for the greater good of humanity.
I think you're exactly right. It doesn't matter if you're different. It doesn't matter if you've done something good or bad, all that matters is that we support and stand by each other and learn from each other. To forgive. If we learn to do that, we'll be able to progress and evolve as one.
Great, sounds like a plan... now who wants to be the person to tell woman that they need to humble themselves and drop the deal-breaker-level preference of height? Because if I had a nickel for every time I saw a post on social media that had the word "ego" and "not acting his height", then I'd be rich enough to start my own space business... that would just turn into another rich people affair, as it did with Jeff Bezos and Elon Musk. All them richee... all them muscles (height/physique), and yet your violently noisy rockets are helpess by the river, just like the rest... tale as old as literal time.
This song has been incredibly encouraging. I’m coming up on the first anniversary of my brother’s suicide-my own, personal river. I had no idea how I could face daily life after that. And my first impulse is always to avoid people. Something I’m trying to overcome.
yoyo18072 I’m sorry to hear about your sister, my friend, but thank you for sharing that comment with me. Today was that one year anniversary, and it’s been rough, but just hearing some encouraging words from someone going through something similar... it helped. We’re never as alone in this as we may sometimes feel.
This song really hits home right now with what is happening in the world right now.It’s so hard to wrap our heads around, the fear and uncertainty of what’s to come. Stay safe, there is still humanity left in all of us.❤️
Christain: The River is a metaphor for Heaven. Atheist: The River is a metaphor for Human Struggle. Transformer Fan: Who cares about the River. I just got done playing this awesome game
The truth: The River is a metaphor for being unable to baptize Oneself, because through baptism your soul is reborn. Acts 22:16 King James Version (KJV) 16 And now why tarriest thou? arise, and be baptized, and wash away thy sins, calling on the name of the Lord.
@Dusty Fred See man, science is based on empirism and research, not on ancient gravings and imagination, just look at how many different cultures and civilizations that had their own religions and way of life, believing in something is inherent of the human being, people create conceptions to explain what they couldn't at the time. The problem is when these conceptions and beliefs start to be the whole truth in a man life, and worse, in a civilization life, that's when the different start to be prosecuted in the name of these beliefs, but I assume you ain't this type of people, and I absolutely welcome your belief in our society, they are part of one culture, and there is many in our world, see the fine line beetwen religion as a good thing and religion as a way of controlling the herd? And hey, I'm glad you gave a belief, many people don't and that tends to hurt their view of compassion towards others.
The deliverance hymn that Maynard sought so desperately for years when he and tool experimented. Yeah maynards in pain but before this hymn I don’t think he could ever believe he could get through his pain. And I’m so grateful that I get to hear him evolve in this very song. He realised that nothing good came without hard work and sings with all the words he knows because the change was so huge for him. So massive for me.
Killspec Humanity can only achieve transcendence if we become one, and by becoming one, I mean becoming one with the machine. After all, the flesh is weak and holds no truth.
@@LEO-xo9cz cmon bud, I'm an atheist too but let people have something comforting to em. I take issue when people start infringing on my rights and telling me I'm going to hell for some dumb shit, but there's nothing inherently evil about believing in something.
@@steve7745 I agree with that. I can understand if we were living in the dark ages. I just personally have no time for it. It's far to easy to manipulate people with it.
We are meant to be united, not find something in everything to segregate us further. Love is the answer and always will be. Compassion, empathy, patience, understanding...
@@rme3146 We are indeed broken, sick you could say... "And when Jesus heard it, he said to them, “Those who are well have no need of a physician, but those who are sick. I came not to call the righteous, but sinners.” (mark 2:17)
My dad was diagnosed with prostate cancer this week. This is one of the songs we used to listen to together when wed go on road trips to get car parts, or haul junk, or just to bs around. I feel like to him the river ment his PTSD. He is a Vietnam vet and was a pow for six months. He is my superhero. I've never known him to lose a fight he puts his mind to. But I know with my family and I supporting him well cross this river too.
LYRICS: Nature, nurture heaven and home Sum of all, and by them, driven To conquer every mountain shown But I've never crossed the river Braved the forests, braved the stone Braved the icy winds and fire Braved and beat them on my own Yet I'm helpless by the river Angel, angel, what have I done? I've faced the quakes, the wind, the fire I've conquered country, crown, and throne Why can't I cross this river? Angel, angel, what have I done? I've faced the quakes, the wind, the fire I've conquered country, crown, and throne Why can't I cross this river? Pay no mind to the battles you've won It'll take a lot more than rage and muscle Open your heart and hands, my son Or you'll never make it over the river It'll take a lot more than words and guns A whole lot more than riches and muscle The hands of the many must join as one And together we'll cross the river It'll take a lot more than words and guns A whole lot more than riches and muscle The hands of the many must join as one And together we'll cross the river (Nature, nurture heaven and home) It'll take a lot more than words and guns (Sum of all, and by them, driven) A whole lot more than riches and muscle (To conquer every mountain shown) The hands of the many must join as one And together we'll cross the river (Braved the forests, braved the stone) It'll take a lot more than words and guns (Braved the icy winds and fire) A whole lot more than riches and muscle (Braved and beat them on my own) The hands of the many must join as one And together we'll cross the river And together we'll cross the river And together we'll cross the river Nature, nurture heaven and home And together we'll cross the river And together we'll cross the river Nature, nurture heaven and home And together we'll cross the river And together we'll cross the river
Watching Yellowstone and this song comes up. My wife says "It sounds like him." Only Maynard can be associated with "Him" and for I to know exactly whom she meant.
I relate this song heavily to my recovery from substance abuse. Just about perspective really, which is what a good song should produce, thought provoking behavior and debate.
Transformers fall of cybertron is my favorite game of all time. My mother would love to watch me play this when I was a child, and when I showed her this song, she fell in love with it. She died in 2013 and this song is something I always come back to so I can remember her. My mother loved the part where "The hands of the many must join as one". She believed no matter your struggle, as long as you have people who care for you, you can beat that struggle. Anyone who sees this, may your life be long and prosperous. 👍
I honestly love Maynard's music. They helped me through all the hard times i've been through. I love Puscifer. I love A Perfect Circle I love Tool I love all the music in all of them. The Nurse Who Loved Me, Rev 22 : 20, Orestes, The Humbling River, Vagina Mine, Every single one of his songs I know by heart and all the lyrics by heart. Maynard changed my life! Thank you!
I think the river represents the last lesson we have to learn before we are able to free our mind from the material world.. We can only "cross the river" when we accept ourselves and others with all our flaws and see us as divine beings that we are. To feel the connection between ourselves and everything that surrounds us.
@@jeredbarnett337 ditto my friend . i recently reconnected with Christ after being an atheist and then later conforming to the new age beliefs. Now my recent relationship with Christ is becoming very strong and its only gaining more and more momentum. The more i let go , the more the door opens. During the time of being an atheist and a new ager , there was never any connection of a feeling ... Now the feelings are pouring in from all over. Keep that door open my friend !
Maynard often references the Tarot in his lyrics. In the cups suit (the water or emotional element), he is referencing the knight of cups. On the card he sits before the river, but only when he reaches the emotional status of King will he cross the river. A king is different than a knight, and in reference to emotions, the emotional maturity of a knight is fleeting and somewhat shallow compared to the King. The knight is longing for long term stability, commitment, that belongs to the King (who has already crossed the river). The knight has been on many journeys where he has won awards, fame, and financial conquest. Yet, he is missing the love in his life. 🙂 The angel in the tarot is seen in the card Temperance, which demonstrates an angel pouring cups in and out of the river, balancing emotions. He is pleading to her for understanding on how to approach love and emotional fulfillment. He draws conclusion at the end that it will take more than talk, and war, and greed, but that by joining together humanity in love we can “all cross the river” together.
Whether religious or antitheist, if this song spoke to you, then you know what must be done. Lay your weapons, anger, resentment, and Wrath at your feet. Offer them to those you once called your foe. Only through unity can peace be achieved. Not unity of belief, but of will.
My love and prayers of comfort will always be with . Angels are always wachting over you with their wings open and then cradle you with love and comfort when needed. As for the song the first time hearing it , I cried like a baby . Know that your daughter loves you and she's is so sorry for she never ment to hurt you .God bless And remember to love yourself be good to you God is always by your side and in your heart 💕
The answer is in the title. MJK explores the concept of the ego, pride and self-image in dozens of his songs. A king who has conquered many foes is asking the divine why after all he's conquered and battled can't he find peace and solace. The river is humility and oneness, and that can't be achieved through war.
This song, to me, is simple yet it evokes such emotion. Maynard has lyrically made a masterpiece. It’s not a long song, not a complex song, yet is significantly more meaningful.
Cybertron, our home. For generations, it has been a peaceful world. Until pride and a lust for power divided us. Now we fight - enemies who were once our brothers. Our tragic war has ravaged Cybertron.
I remember this song. I was in high school when a friend suggested it to write about during our English class for analysis. It’s stuck with me ever since. Now, on a hard day where I feel like glass, I have recalled it again. I remember now, those times, and the beauty we are capable of. I’m glad this video is still here.
I love listening to Maynard sing especially songs like this or 3 Libras with a perfect circle he definitely has and awesome rock voice but it’s so beautiful when he sings soft songs
Me & my girlfriend were huge Puscifer fans & got to see them live in Ky shortly before she passed away. Thank you for one of our last good memories together. I miss her so much.
Wow. First time hearing Puscifer. As soon as the music started my chest tightened up and stayed that way throughout, along with huge goosebumps, of course! LOVE THIS MORE THAN I CAN EXPRESS😍
The river could be heaven or human struggle, it fits perfectly with both if you ask me. Nobody should be arguing about what the lyrics mean, we should just accept the beauty of this song.
Ok so this song makes me think of 2 things: 1. The phenomenon called "the impossible task" for those suffering with certain mental illnesses (generally depression, anxiety, and addiction). You find yourself utterly incapable of doing one certain thing that isn't necessarily hard to do but you can't make yourself do it for a reason you don't really understand. This song explains how you really need a good support system to help you get through whatever it is you're battling. It's worth mentioning that the lead singer has had a battle with addiction so I think that that being part of what the song is about is a pretty reasonable guess 2. This song heavily reminds me of the show Hell On Wheels. It makes me think of all the people working in tandem (and even in opposition to each other) to get the system that would forever tie the United States together in place.
My sister just passed away in July 2023. We are Loyal Shawnee Tribe. We believe when you pass on, you have to cross a river and on the other side is all of your passed loved ones. RIP Ashley Leanne Malek, drugs suck!!!!
She's made it to the happy hunting grounds. She smiles upon you. May the great spirit guide and keep you.
nyawëh sgënö’
“For dust you are, and to dust you shall return”, trust in Jesus !
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Terrible screen name, especially with what your talking about
My daughter died of an overdose. This is the last song on her playlist. I saw her journal from years ago among her belongings.She struggled with her addiction and sometimes it seemed she was conquering. We tried to reach for her for years. "The hands of many must join as one and together we'll cross the river" please love your neighbor as yourself.
Condolence to you🙏♥️
@@marklee1376 ❤✌🙏thank you
That is heart breaking! My daughter almost succeeded at that months ago so I know that fear as a father but I could not imagine how you must feel. My deepest condolences. :(
@@InTheWasteland101 it hurts as much as you might think. I hope your daughter always fights for her life. ❤✌
Damn...
Kinda ironic how a song with an ending about coming together to get over "the river" has people arguing about the true meaning. To me, the song means all of the things people have suggested, with the river being all of these different opinions and people to come together and just agree for once. "It'll take a lot more than words and guns" "a whole lot more than riches and muscle". It doesn't matter how intelligent you are, how strong or rich you are or whether you believe in a god. The greatest challenge for anyone to face is acceptance of themselves and each other, and until that happens we'll never cross "the river" that is the final filter to bring peace to humanity.
Reece Youel I needed this comment and to read it. Thank you
This guy gets it
Beautiful
@@zemedain or rather the flow of Energon that used to run through it.
wise words
“I finally see the truth in your words megatron, this universe, no matter how vast, will never be big enough for you and I to coexist”
Yeah. Sounds about like Hollywood/dod/mic bs propaganda
What does that even mean?
I like and subscrib
@@suicidefrog_ the fact that megatron and optimus have been fighting for so long they cant separately live without being drawn to eachother and cause destruction wherever they go.
@@joshswepston8661 I think that’s heavily in part to their conflicting ideologies and the amount of influence they both generate to their subordinates. It’s as if they are divine opposites and the existence of the other will always be a threat to the others influence,power and goals.
Whether you are a Christian, Atheist or whatever....can we all agree that this is a beautiful song?
Silence is golden.
@@wolfmaxwell3773 idk what you mean
@@KannaJay and bruh if you dont like the song then why are you here, like you are so comfusing
@@sealco was saying juicy can keep the negativity to themselves.
@@wolfmaxwell3773 oh cool,
THE HUMBLING RIVER :
There was a King who had everything a man could strive for. His achievements were many and his failures were few. There were grandiose stories, documenting his many glories. But none as somber as the one I tell you now. His kingdom was vast, reaching from sea to sea. They called him a conqueror, a liberator and even a god to be. He charged into every battle, fearless and ruthless, never fleeing and always victorious. His wife of many years had given him three sons to carry on his name. The people would chant 'long live the king' and may his dynasty forever reign. This King did things no one thought possible, amassing great riches and fame across the nation. No army, no castle, no man stood a chance against him. Until he came across the simple river in the woodlands. This river did not care for his titles, his might or his status. And despite his best efforts, the river opposed him. The King had no reason to cross the river other than pride, but that was enough for him to become crazed in the eye. He braved the fiercest storms and survived the most vicious battles, but this river somehow stopped him. His servants could hear him cry out in the night. Angel, angel what have I done? I've faced the quakes, the wind, the fire. I've conquered country, crown and throne. Why can't I cross this river?. Whispers began to spread of the king, people joked that a mere body of water had bested their mighty ruler. He grew obsessed with that river, driven to cross it at any and all costs. He had his builders build a bridge, but the river took it down. He had his soldiers brave the current, but all were lost and drowned. He had his priests pray for God's assistance, but none was ever given. Each time, they were repelled by the river and with every attempt, the king grew more agitated. He had his learned friends research the history of the river, but they found nothing of note. It was a simple river, nothing more, they urged. The King's sons constantly squabbled over the throne that would one day be theirs and saw the river as an opportunity to win their father's favor. The eldest son was the bravest and he stepped boldly into the current, but his valor could not save his life from the raging water. The middle son was intelligent and built a contraption to get across, but it failed and he was washed away with his creation. The youngest was lazy and had the river filled with boulders, but they gave way as soon as he stepped upon them. The King's three sons perished in that water and it was too much for the queen to bear, so on the night of the final funeral, she threw herself into the river. The King's obsession with the river only worsened as he drained his kingdom of all its resources in an effort to find a way to the other side. His people started to turn against him as his sanity unraveled. Those most loyal assured they'd think no less of him if he were to give up this foolhardy pursuit. But he continued to refuse. A fortnight after his wife had thrown away her life, the kingdom was gathered on the bank as the King proclaimed he would cross it himself, ordering no one to come to his aide. He believed the river to be alive and that it was testing his resolve . And on the morning of that fateful day, he was ready to risk it all. But as he prepared for the dangerous trek, a peasant girl slipped and fell in. She gripped onto a rock as the river fought hard to pull her all the way in. She cried and she screamed, but the King remained still, uncaring for her young life. But then a boy in rags stepped forward, calling out for the girl who he named his sister. He tried jumping in, but was grabbed by a soldier and told he would perish, but the boy kept trying to get to her. 'If I am to die then I will die, but I will not stand idly by,' the boy boldly proclaimed. And so he dove in, that peasant boy with no name. The crowd watched in awe as he arose from the thunderous current, his feet gripping the muck that lie beneath the surface. With all his strength, he pulled himself across and snatched his sister from the slippery wet rocks. When they made it to the other side, the King shouted witchcraft and demanded that the boy must die. His archers looked around, but did not raise their bows. He shouted and shouted, but no one did as they were told. The King was alone, feeling betrayed. And in a fit of rage, he jumped into the river, following that peasant boy with no name. He thrashed around & grunted as he pushed his way across, but just as he reached the other side, he met the young boy's gaze. The boy reached out to give the King a hand, the King who had just demanded his life. The angry King scoffed and pushed him away, grabbing a nearby tree branch to haul himself onto the river bank. The branch, well it snapped and the river sucked him back in. The crowd let out a gasp, but not a single one jumped in. As the water pushed the King beneath its waves and he took his final breath, he dwelled on all that he had lost in the recent past. His crown, his people, his wealth and his lands. His kingdom, his family and his legacy with them. This river had taken his mind and on that fateful day, the river would claim his life. And as he sank below the raging current, he saw one final sight... That peasant boy with no name and his sister by his side. Now they tell stories about that river and the nameless boy who dared to cross it. They sing of a king who was once called great, but the river in the woodlands had stolen all he attained. To this day, only those of pure heart can cross the humbling river, all others will be swept away.
Mark.
This makes you think!!!!
@@terrilkern 💁♀️
This is deep
It's a very beautiful song.
Whoever needs this. You're so much stronger than you know. I can feel your energy across this digital chasm. I am here for you.
I feel you reaching out and thank you!
@@crono3339 thank you both i got this song same time you posted
@lauraschiesl8845
1 year ago
Cross the river like a barrel full of monkeys lifting eachother up Jacobs ladder of angels
You shed your blood
and sent your word
poured out your Spirit
like a river
gave me life
abundantly
made my eyes so they can see
in my heart i plant your word
from all evil do i turn
Oh help me cross the river
and come on home to you Forever
All Together linking arms
One in Spirit and in Truth
We look only to You
Walking Hand in hand
Together for our God we stand
And lift eachother with our hands
In the name of our Lord Jesus Christ (Yahweh, Yahushua, Ruach)
We lift each other up high
Praise the Father, praise the Son
Praise the Spirit three in one
Sing it with the humbling river by Puscifier on you tube
thank you, I just felt your kind comment
RIP TF Fall of Cybertron Server..
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Loved that game
F yeah i played that game all the time I was great
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I'm seeing a lot of arguments against the religious and atheist. Well I wont tell you what I am, but when I heard this song, I did not think of either, I thought of humanity as a whole and our internal struggle.
Yes I believe its about human conflict and war how you could conquer countries but can't cross a river without the help of everyone else a river that maybe just leads to peace?
To get through a huge human struggle there must be peace they would have to settle their differences and cross the river.
"The hands of the many must join as one"
Jake Fenny
Exactly.
Wow so many likes. Thanks guys. ^^;
I have a friend of many years who had two sons and a daughter. She and her family lived at the bank of a mighty river just like this one. Her children grew listening to the rush of waters and often we're lulled to sleep at it's bank.
As her oldest son grew up, he became a strong hiker, climber and outdoorsman. After first responder training or kyack lessons, he would often swim across the river to make his way back home. His white water kyack skills were second to none and he was known through out the state even featured in professional videos.
After returning from a white water trip out of the country, his home river took him away in his prime. He was lost to the raging white waters he loved so much. On the day we painted kyack stylized rocks in his honor, to give to his family, this song randomly appeared on a music app we were listening to. I will never forget the moment; I had never even heard of the band Puscifer nor had I ever heard the song Humbling River. Never had a song fit more deeply or in as mysterious and beautiful a way. Whenever I listen to it I think of my friend and the son she lost, to the mighty humbling river.
That actually chilled me...
Puscifer has a way of finding you when you need it most
Sorry to hear that,sir
"It'll take a lot more than words and guns! A whole lot more riches and muscle!" To forget a loved one....
@ Yeah, my uncle, grandmother, grandfather and my other grandmother.
"I've conquered country, crown, and throne." sums up Starscream nicely
Only in his dreams
Describes Megatron more
@@tomasbodkin5871 he did once for 12 second count them
Because he was immediently killed by galvatron
No
But I'll never make it over the river
I feel like a lot of Transformers fans (me included) really connect to this song. And as I’m writing this it is a wonderful known as 2020. I just want to remind us that we can all pass our struggles and hardships together. And make it to the other side of this humbling river.
Till all are one.
@Twiggy's Studio i agree 100%
then you should catch up then. tool, a prefect circle . all Maynard telling it like it is
Nostalgia from this song for when I played fall of cybertron. Ah the good old days.
You know what you are right
Wreck and rule
"Till all are one"
"Metroplex heeds the call of the last prime"
Literal chills
❤❤❤❤❤
I think we all agreed after hearing that we'd do anything to have the spark of metroplex
"METROPLEX HEEDS THE CALL OF THE LAST PRIME" Best line in video game history
I agree.
No the best was “how’s your sister”
But this is will still ring in the hearts of all who heard it
“Why do you fire at me”,
Metroplex 2012
He was my least fav character
Damn straight
“Till all are one”
-metroplex
Best game ever
"Metroplex heeds the call of the last Prime"
I will miss metroplex
@Kevin Sunarya I think they are making a new movie so it’s possible there will be another game in the future
May he be deactivated in peace
Rest in peace transformers. I don't think a lot of people really know how much of an impact this will have on transformers fans so I want to say goodbye to this masterpiece of a franchise. Goodbye transformers. Your sparks will live on forever. Transform and roll out...
Till all are one.
Till all are one.
Till all are one
Till all are one .
Goodbye Transformers? Wheres it going?
I've been a Tool fan for 17 years and NEVER heard this song. I was always one of those "Puscifer is hit or miss for me" Dudes.
This is simply amazing. What a song.
Same here. Was introduced to this song watching the show Yellowstone. I was like, that sounds like MJK.
I am in the exact same boat. And I feel a fool
Only song I like from this band. Love APC and Tool though.
I just love Maynard. I haven't heard any of his songs in movies or TV, but I always check all his stuff out many times. I wasn't a fan of APC at first but loved Tool & then Puscifer, I also love APC now too. This man cannot make bad music....IMO
@@zaneasbury2787 listen to grand canyon, it's a great track too!
My friend Billie passed away from drowning in our river that runs through our town. She sent me this song a month ago. Rest in peace my dearest friend.
My friend's son had this song on repeat all the time 8 years ago when he drowned in our local river.
Jesus bless your friend Billie , Tyler , ✝️
May your friend Rest In Peace.
Till all are one.....
@@aSimpleKindaGirllmao
At the end of this war, one shall stand...
JustAPxll ...and one shall fall
All hail Megatron✊
Till all are one my sympathy lies with the Autobots you are not one of us megatronus
Last one standing wins a prize!!!
For Valhalla and Lif.
-The Lover of Life.
@@zapper4945 One shall fall
Though I’m sure there are many interpretations, this song speaks to me as a unity call for humanity and at a time when I feel more disconnected from humanity/society than ever, it’s a beautiful reminder to hold hands through all our problems and survive together.
Anthony Brandon Lawrence, I envision the same. 🕉
Bout crossing into underworld to retrieve sophia then bring in 5th world
❤️
Same. Peace, Neighbor. Sending thoughts of a good and happy life to you.
It's hard to hold hands with a person that wants to hurt or kill you or those you love. That's the sad reality.
Puscifer: can't cross the river
A Perfect Circle: float on down the river
Tool: LEARN TO SWIM
For me, this is one of the comment on youtube about tool
Holy balls that clicked big time.
You nailed this my friend :)
Justin Bieber: You shouldn't be drowning on your own
"and together we'll cross the river"
People: "I love Puscifer"
Transformers fans: (Chanting) "THE HANDS OF MANY MUST JOIN AS ONE"
IOIN
WE MUST JOIN AS ONE!!!! THATS WHAT THE GOOD LORD WANTS. WE NEED TO JOIN HANDS PEACEFULLY, AND MAKE A CHAIN AROUND THE WORLD, LITERALLY.
* bruticus transforms *
Transformers is only reason I k ow this song lol
“Till all are one.”
This song... always gives me chills.
No matter how many times I've heard it, this songs tells the story of our evolution as a species and culture. The power of this song blinds me.
Gaius Julius Caesar and the Rubicon.
that feeling is how religions came to be
“Even if you destroy me, Megatron, others will rise to defeat your tyranny.”
“Then I’ll just have to destroy you all!”
Optimus Prime: Bumblebee!
Megatron: What a waste of energon!
Sorry I am late,but so many get it. Glad I am not alone...join humanity...
Transformers fall of cybertron
BLOOSH
If there is one song that I could think of that could describe the current situation in the world right now, this is it.
I agree
Fuck off you idiot and whoever agreed to this
Yo kammy u need to take a chill pill boi
If only they would see...
Bro it’s been almost 3 years… the world is crumbling
This song is so rich in meaning. Even prophetic. So many layers. Words are powerful.
Beuatifully said. This comment deserve recognition!
Gaius Julius Caesar and the Rubicon.
Definitely ❤❤❤❤❤
@@infiniteinspiration1628oh yes
@@bombas_unitas God bless you 🙏🏼 ❤️
Very similar to a myth in Norse mythology. Thor can't cross the river and the Ferryman makes him walk the long way around because he doesn't realize that it takes more than conquests and boasts to stand among the other gods.
I most definetly felt a nordic vibe with this song..
Seeing as they (Maynard) dabble in the occult...... I'm sure it has a symbolic meaning to Maynard.
@@phoenix27blaze23 If you watch some of Maynard's interviews, you'll see that he doesn't give a shit about the recondite. He's more interested in psychology grounded in reality and expressed through picturesque language.
@@evieni1465 Yes, I'm aware. As I stated before Maynard loves giving away hidden/ occult message!s in his all his bands lyrics. He always has. Tool was showing "Illuminati" shit before it was the standard. This is why many tool songs weren't played on MTV & damn sure never the radio stations in the 90s. Tool did have very few videos played on MTV back when MTV was a music video channel.
I see so many people arguing about atheism and Christianity in these comments but I agree with you 100% and it felt the same since the first time I've heard the song
People: "I love Puscifer"
Transformers fans: *TILL ALL ARE ONE*
Till all are are one.
Till all are one
Til all are one. 🤝
Till all are one
Till all are on
High Moon Studios, Activision And Hasbro Presents:
Transformers Fall Of Cybertron
@Leo one of the best ever
But what happened tho
edge of reality ASSHOLES !!!🤬
TRANSFORMERS WAR THE CYBERTRON
TRANSFORMERS FALL OF CYBERTRON
R.I.P 😢😭
Did you just say war the cybertron it’s fall of cybertron or war for cybertron not the cybertron
"This brings a tear to my eye"
"This universe, no matter how vast, will never be big enough for you and I to coexist!"
Optimus Prime - FoC
@@echo6501 wha optimus prime? This ain't transformers dammit
@@laurelhewitt this is how most people found this song
@@laurelhewitt fool this is what song played in the game lol dont open your mouth about stuff you dont understand
@@laurelhewitt yeah this song was in the cinematic reveal trailer for the the game transformers fall of cybertron and it is actually how I found this song😅
The meaning of this song is clear. It's not about war, God or even the river. It's about needing each other, loving one another and how we can accomplish more if we stop bickering and hating one another and instead came together as one, humans, not race, color, religion or any of the other nonsense that separates humanity to prevent us from growing, loving and peace. The words are right there.
sit back, relax and enjoy the music and stop analyzing it. life's too short...
Cried first time heard
I'm Captain Atheist and I appove this message.
ive seen other solutions to the video but this is the one ive been thinking of for years but never said anything.
yeah but that will never happen, religion and racism has made sure of that... i mean, just look at the dark ages, 1000 years of progress lost because of the church.
Oh my god James Meynard is so talented musician. I adore his voice. Tool, A Perfect Cycle, Puscifer all bands of his are absolute winner to my ears, heart and soul. Love from Slovenia.
I created tons of their music and all of those bands by saying so from 6th grade on in my life. I'm from a farm in Kansas
My first born son Michael showed me this song. I love that child and the Man he is becoming.
Did he play transformers fall of cybertron
who?
Parenting done right
@tonyalynnmetallnmore1441 life gives me meaning, when I feel poeple sharing love ❤️🔥 thank you x
Christians: the river is going to heaven. Atheists: the river is a struggle duhhhh transformer fans: umm yo I just beat this sick ass game you guys should play it.
this song was written for the transformers game i mean came at the same time
That's implying this song doesn't fit Megatron to a T
@@ChangedMyNameFinally69 ayo explain???
I like thinking of the song as the story of Vader
@@onenerdygremlin My theory goes like this: Megatron beat the old establishment, which was incredibly oppressive, with your job being connected to your alt mode. Megatron, with his incredible intelligence and brute strength, beat it. (I’ve faced the quakes, the wind, the fire. I’ve conquered country, crown, and throne). However, he never truly united Cybertron (Why can’t I cross this river?). With his own establishment perhaps being just as oppressive as the last, the Autobots fought back. Cybertron will not be truly united with the intelligence, riches, and brute strength of Megatron and the Decepticons (pay no mind to the battles you won. Will take a lot more than rage and muscle… it’ll take a lot more than words and guns… the hands if the many must join as one, and together we’ll cross the river)
“Without no sacrifice there can be no Victory.
You are right. But it’s “without sacrifice there can be no victory.”
Sorry, I had to correct that.
24 year Navy Combat Medic.
@@fleafarts3576
“Victory cannot be achieved without sacrifice, Mason. We Russians know this better than anyone.” - Viktor Reznov, Call of Duty: Black Ops 2010
@@fleafarts3576 I literally came here to correct that. But for me it was the grammar, sorry. But, I learned about a very meaningful quote.
The best lyricist by far! I'm a Lyft driver and when my car is empty it's playing Tool, Pucifer or Perfect Circle! I can really relate to Maynard's music! ❤️❤️❤️
#toolarmy
Amen to all three bands. Tattooed on me.
Everyone arguing about the meaning of this song. It's obviously about the raft mode in Super Mario Party.
I like the way you think! Lol
BLISTERS FOR DAYSSSS hahaha
No your wrong its obvious that it Is about the Oregon trail lmao
Wow, I thought of the river part of Temple Run.
Or the sadness that optimus has been going through in Transformers: Fall of Cybetron?
Alone we are weak, but together we are unstoppable.
The comment section can be pretty much divided into Christians, Atheists, people with other opinions, and Transformers fans ;)
Don't forget FOE
And here I am getting Halo Reach feels from this
I mean you are not wrong
..and the Tool fans lurking. Hi.
soundcloud.com/modest-roots/the-humbling-river Please check out my cover. It would mean the world
I love the feeling the drums give... this kind of pulling, effort-filled sound. It's as if I am listening to the embodiment of "... one more step... one more step...".
this is simple. idk why everyone is trying to figure what the river is.
this is a song to the prideful hearts of men, no matter their gender religion or political standpoint, it's about humbling yourself and realizing you're only human, and how we all need to work together for the greater good of humanity.
yeah it's a metaphor
i think people are just being stupid on purpose
I think you're exactly right. It doesn't matter if you're different. It doesn't matter if you've done something good or bad, all that matters is that we support and stand by each other and learn from each other. To forgive. If we learn to do that, we'll be able to progress and evolve as one.
Great, sounds like a plan... now who wants to be the person to tell woman that they need to humble themselves and drop the deal-breaker-level preference of height? Because if I had a nickel for every time I saw a post on social media that had the word "ego" and "not acting his height", then I'd be rich enough to start my own space business... that would just turn into another rich people affair, as it did with Jeff Bezos and Elon Musk.
All them richee... all them muscles (height/physique), and yet your violently noisy rockets are helpess by the river, just like the rest... tale as old as literal time.
The opening cinematic in Fall Of cybertron was awesome years ago. It still is
This song has been incredibly encouraging. I’m coming up on the first anniversary of my brother’s suicide-my own, personal river. I had no idea how I could face daily life after that. And my first impulse is always to avoid people. Something I’m trying to overcome.
I feel for you, stick in there. I still havent gotten over my older sisters death 3 years ago. Together we can cross the river.
yoyo18072 I’m sorry to hear about your sister, my friend, but thank you for sharing that comment with me. Today was that one year anniversary, and it’s been rough, but just hearing some encouraging words from someone going through something similar... it helped. We’re never as alone in this as we may sometimes feel.
This song really hits home right now with what is happening in the world right now.It’s so hard to wrap our heads around, the fear and uncertainty of what’s to come. Stay safe, there is still humanity left in all of us.❤️
Christain: The River is a metaphor for Heaven.
Atheist: The River is a metaphor for Human Struggle.
Transformer Fan: Who cares about the River. I just got done playing this awesome game
hahaha
River is like the golden age of cybertron as said by another commenter
Perv: The River is a metaphor for pussy xD
Loving you Lone Star 💛😇🙏
The truth: The River is a metaphor for being unable to baptize Oneself, because through baptism your soul is reborn.
Acts 22:16 King James Version (KJV)
16 And now why tarriest thou? arise, and be baptized, and wash away thy sins, calling on the name of the Lord.
Thank you, Maynard sir. Your musical endeavors strike a psychological resonance like no other.
yup me too like song
Fifty-six years on this Earth and I've never seen us so divided. If we don't start moving towards each other we aren't going to make it...
Too late for that sadly. :/
@@nervoushabit4634 it's never too late
What a time to be alive!
@Dusty Fred Nah man, if anything religion just highlights the worse there is in a man, blind devotion and prejudice!
@Dusty Fred See man, science is based on empirism and research, not on ancient gravings and imagination, just look at how many different cultures and civilizations that had their own religions and way of life, believing in something is inherent of the human being, people create conceptions to explain what they couldn't at the time.
The problem is when these conceptions and beliefs start to be the whole truth in a man life, and worse, in a civilization life, that's when the different start to be prosecuted in the name of these beliefs, but I assume you ain't this type of people, and I absolutely welcome your belief in our society, they are part of one culture, and there is many in our world, see the fine line beetwen religion as a good thing and religion as a way of controlling the herd?
And hey, I'm glad you gave a belief, many people don't and that tends to hurt their view of compassion towards others.
The deliverance hymn that Maynard sought so desperately for years when he and tool experimented. Yeah maynards in pain but before this hymn I don’t think he could ever believe he could get through his pain. And I’m so grateful that I get to hear him evolve in this very song. He realised that nothing good came without hard work and sings with all the words he knows because the change was so huge for him. So massive for me.
I think the river referes to the next step in human enlightenment and we cant cross till all nations and humans come together.
airplanemaster1 Agreed.
Killspec I Concur
Killspec This
that's exactly what i thought too, a beautiful song with a beautiful meaning.
Killspec Humanity can only achieve transcendence if we become one, and by becoming one, I mean becoming one with the machine. After all, the flesh is weak and holds no truth.
Christians and atheists: *arguing*
Transformers fans: ' __'
' __ '
Lol
The sooner one realisess what a farce religion is the better.
@@LEO-xo9cz cmon bud, I'm an atheist too but let people have something comforting to em. I take issue when people start infringing on my rights and telling me I'm going to hell for some dumb shit, but there's nothing inherently evil about believing in something.
@@LEO-xo9cz The Graves of Innocence.
@@steve7745 I agree with that. I can understand if we were living in the dark ages.
I just personally have no time for it. It's far to easy to manipulate people with it.
We are meant to be united, not find something in everything to segregate us further. Love is the answer and always will be. Compassion, empathy, patience, understanding...
Chloe Mitchell you're right but we're broken. please don't forget.
Good luck with that.
@@rme3146 We are indeed broken, sick you could say... "And when Jesus heard it, he said to them, “Those who are well have no need of a physician, but those who are sick. I came not to call the righteous, but sinners.” (mark 2:17)
It's in our DNA to segregate just like any other animal on the planet
@@818rdk No, it's in our DNA for the stupid to be led by the intelligent. That's why everyone is so ready to divide, so that the few may conquer.
My dad was diagnosed with prostate cancer this week. This is one of the songs we used to listen to together when wed go on road trips to get car parts, or haul junk, or just to bs around. I feel like to him the river ment his PTSD. He is a Vietnam vet and was a pow for six months. He is my superhero. I've never known him to lose a fight he puts his mind to. But I know with my family and I supporting him well cross this river too.
MJK’s lyrics are very thought provoking, that’s why I enjoy just about everything the man does, creatively speaking.
One of the most beautiful songs I've ever heard.
+metelidrummer Ditto!
+metelidrummer makes a tear roll down my face :,D
FromTheNorth ,ik
FromTheNorth yes I agree
LYRICS:
Nature, nurture heaven and home
Sum of all, and by them, driven
To conquer every mountain shown
But I've never crossed the river
Braved the forests, braved the stone
Braved the icy winds and fire
Braved and beat them on my own
Yet I'm helpless by the river
Angel, angel, what have I done?
I've faced the quakes, the wind, the fire
I've conquered country, crown, and throne
Why can't I cross this river?
Angel, angel, what have I done?
I've faced the quakes, the wind, the fire
I've conquered country, crown, and throne
Why can't I cross this river?
Pay no mind to the battles you've won
It'll take a lot more than rage and muscle
Open your heart and hands, my son
Or you'll never make it over the river
It'll take a lot more than words and guns
A whole lot more than riches and muscle
The hands of the many must join as one
And together we'll cross the river
It'll take a lot more than words and guns
A whole lot more than riches and muscle
The hands of the many must join as one
And together we'll cross the river
(Nature, nurture heaven and home)
It'll take a lot more than words and guns
(Sum of all, and by them, driven)
A whole lot more than riches and muscle
(To conquer every mountain shown)
The hands of the many must join as one
And together we'll cross the river
(Braved the forests, braved the stone)
It'll take a lot more than words and guns
(Braved the icy winds and fire)
A whole lot more than riches and muscle
(Braved and beat them on my own)
The hands of the many must join as one
And together we'll cross the river
And together we'll cross the river
And together we'll cross the river
Nature, nurture heaven and home
And together we'll cross the river
And together we'll cross the river
Nature, nurture heaven and home
And together we'll cross the river
And together we'll cross the river
This video have lyrics
Why would we need lyrics for a lyric video?
Watching Yellowstone and this song comes up. My wife says "It sounds like him."
Only Maynard can be associated with "Him" and for I to know exactly whom she meant.
So I'm not the only one!!
I'm a huge Tool and APC fan, never listened to Puscifer, but this was great
Brandon S anything that includes Maynard is amazing!
I relate this song heavily to my recovery from substance abuse.
Just about perspective really, which is what a good song should produce, thought provoking behavior and debate.
Sending positive energy. Hope you're still fighting the good fight.
@@ericjohnson6634 3 years and going strong, thanks man
*Plays as Optimus holds Bumblebee and Grimlock goes sicko mode*
Charles Luikart Grimlock goes sicko mode😂
@@dillonisscared306 *_Proceeds to spew fire from mouth._*
Lol
@@redornament3248 nah, thats Grimlocks operating temperature. You should be worried when he STOPS spitting fire.
Grimlock and the bois send brutakus pounding
Transformers fall of cybertron is my favorite game of all time. My mother would love to watch me play this when I was a child, and when I showed her this song, she fell in love with it. She died in 2013 and this song is something I always come back to so I can remember her. My mother loved the part where "The hands of the many must join as one". She believed no matter your struggle, as long as you have people who care for you, you can beat that struggle. Anyone who sees this, may your life be long and prosperous. 👍
I honestly love Maynard's music. They helped me through all the hard times i've been through. I love Puscifer. I love A Perfect Circle I love Tool I love all the music in all of them. The Nurse Who Loved Me, Rev 22 : 20, Orestes, The Humbling River, Vagina Mine, Every single one of his songs I know by heart and all the lyrics by heart. Maynard changed my life! Thank you!
I think the river represents the last lesson we have to learn before we are able to free our mind from the material world.. We can only "cross the river" when we accept ourselves and others with all our flaws and see us as divine beings that we are. To feel the connection between ourselves and everything that surrounds us.
smartest answer I have seen ..do u KNOW/
Urška Videnšek beautiful comment
well said
Either that or The End, we are headed to a dead end
Well said, maybe we ARE our surroundings, one...but divine beings? We just are.
This song saved my life. Bless us all and thank you Mr. Keenan. 💯💯💯
Me too!
Is Keenan Manyrd's last name? O i learnin!
I would like to hear that story
I believe I am being saved as we speak
@@jeredbarnett337 ditto my friend . i recently reconnected with Christ after being an atheist and then later conforming to the new age beliefs. Now my recent relationship with Christ is becoming very strong and its only gaining more and more momentum. The more i let go , the more the door opens. During the time of being an atheist and a new ager , there was never any connection of a feeling ... Now the feelings are pouring in from all over. Keep that door open my friend !
Maynard often references the Tarot in his lyrics. In the cups suit (the water or emotional element), he is referencing the knight of cups. On the card he sits before the river, but only when he reaches the emotional status of King will he cross the river. A king is different than a knight, and in reference to emotions, the emotional maturity of a knight is fleeting and somewhat shallow compared to the King. The knight is longing for long term stability, commitment, that belongs to the King (who has already crossed the river). The knight has been on many journeys where he has won awards, fame, and financial conquest. Yet, he is missing the love in his life. 🙂 The angel in the tarot is seen in the card Temperance, which demonstrates an angel pouring cups in and out of the river, balancing emotions. He is pleading to her for understanding on how to approach love and emotional fulfillment. He draws conclusion at the end that it will take more than talk, and war, and greed, but that by joining together humanity in love we can “all cross the river” together.
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song is about alchemy
Does this song remind anyone still of fall for cybertron? Because those were the good days!!
Hell yeah!
@@raspberrychewy1931 need me a remake for ps4 and xbox one or something
@@ragnilotl1486 technically there was a FoC remake on PS4. but you can't buy it anymore i don't think
The best times
HOLY SHIT I KNEW I'VE HEARD THIS SONG BEFORE
I heard this song for the first time in Yellowstone, it was powerful.
Yes. I noticed that. They played A Perfect Circle on Yellowstone too. The makers of that show must be MJK fans. Pretty cool.
They also use tumbleweed by puscifer, im what i think is one of the best shots of the show
Perfect song for the ending of that episode
Me too.
This song literally saved my life ❤️❤️❤️
Hope all is well.
Only Jesus Christ can Save lives, call on him whyll he still may be found.
Whether religious or antitheist, if this song spoke to you, then you know what must be done. Lay your weapons, anger, resentment, and Wrath at your feet. Offer them to those you once called your foe. Only through unity can peace be achieved. Not unity of belief, but of will.
Was this song apart of a transformers game ?
Yes trailer for fall of cybetron
BEST GAME EVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
@@eclipsprime7876 second best
@@imaidiot5840 what is the first
*"TILL ALL ARE ONE."*
Transformers the movie 1989
(I think)
shorter_clips !!! No , he’s referring to the Transformers Fall of Cybertron game.
Yes
shorter_clips !!! 1986
Your Sacrifice will be not forgotten
"And though we are worlds apart, like us, they're more than meets the eye."
- Optimus Prime
My love and prayers of comfort will always be with . Angels are always wachting over you with their wings open and then cradle you with love and comfort when needed.
As for the song the first time hearing it ,
I cried like a baby . Know that your daughter loves you and she's is so sorry
for she never ment to hurt you .God bless
And remember to love yourself be good to you God is always by your side and in your heart 💕
The answer is in the title. MJK explores the concept of the ego, pride and self-image in dozens of his songs. A king who has conquered many foes is asking the divine why after all he's conquered and battled can't he find peace and solace. The river is humility and oneness, and that can't be achieved through war.
WOW what a song! Can`t believe i`ve lived without it for so long
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You just see Optimus Prime floating on a raft on a river
Or in Cybertron’s case The Sea of Rust
@@thegreeter7027or if we mix the comments to change the location’s name, the sea of rafts.
Omg I love that show
He can't do it alone!!!
Thanks Maynard and Carina,and all of Puscifer, for all these life affirming memories.
I can’t stop listening to this song. The instrumental aspects are mind blowing
Christians or Atheists can agree this is an epic piece of music. Definitely very soothing. Very uplifting mood.
I think this represents someone who had never been humbled or lost anything faced defeat. You’ll never cross the river if you havent been humbled
WROOOOOOOONGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGSAdsdsadsadsfdfdsdfdf
I always figured it was about Styx, who only lets Charon cross her. It's not about your might, power, wealth. You need a ferryman.
This song, to me, is simple yet it evokes such emotion. Maynard has lyrically made a masterpiece. It’s not a long song, not a complex song, yet is significantly more meaningful.
Cybertron, our home. For generations, it has been a peaceful world. Until pride and a lust for power divided us. Now we fight - enemies who were once our brothers. Our tragic war has ravaged Cybertron.
"the hand of the many must join as one" that describes 2021 perfectly (Thanks for all the Likes
That and bruticus..
*TILL ALL ARE ONE*
Came here to say the same thing- this godforsaken pandemic won't be overcome until society comes together and fights as one.
@@sadeffectsinc.6893 we need to take control of this ship
Describes 2022 as well
I don't know why but nothing else matters reminded me of this, weird.
Also TFOC best transformers game
This song is a solid rock among a sea of shifting sands. Thank you for helping us all cross the river, one day we will get there!
This need to be in an epic movies ending. What a magnificent song.
This song was used in the trailer for the game "Transformers: Fall of Cybertron", which was pretty epic.
Joe Matsuzawa Just checked it out. It's amazing.
Sayan Sengupta
Ikr
+Joe Matsuzawa ikr
Sayan Sengupta agreed
We braved the war, and braved the space.
We crossed the open heavenly place.
We arrived at Earth, our home to stay.
But many pushed us away...
wow 😮 that would make a great verse
Starr Steele Thanks :)
What's even more awesome is that it perfectly describes the exodus of the Autobots from Cybertron to Earth.
* looks down at self*
*sees Transformers shirt*
.......... yup, not at all obsessed. Not at all.
***** Hi
Sounds like Maynard needs to...
Learn to swim.
out now get
TheDrunkernaut hahahahha
TheDrunkernaut +1, My friend, +1
TheDrunkernaut
Blue by APC has the line "I never quite learned to swim", so yes he does
TheDrunkernaut God damn it...
I remember this song. I was in high school when a friend suggested it to write about during our English class for analysis. It’s stuck with me ever since. Now, on a hard day where I feel like glass, I have recalled it again. I remember now, those times, and the beauty we are capable of.
I’m glad this video is still here.
What an amazing piece of art. Song gives me chills
It’s even better here ruclips.net/video/C3E358n7pcI/видео.html
I love listening to Maynard sing especially songs like this or 3 Libras with a perfect circle he definitely has and awesome rock voice but it’s so beautiful when he sings soft songs
Imagine if High Moon Studios got to make a Transformers movie how good it it could be.
George Chase They are going to make an animated movie based on the Cybertron games
Francesco Brosolo no there not
hebbocake yeah but that's Paramount
George Chase Not that Michel Bay did a bad job on the transformers movies, but I’d think High Moon would do it better
Oh man I’ve wished that were possible for so long
Me & my girlfriend were huge Puscifer fans & got to see them live in Ky shortly before she passed away. Thank you for one of our last good memories together. I miss her so much.
This was one off my dad's favorite songs rest in peace dad
I love any music that involves Maynard
Jessica Haley that voice, even just in casual conversation, is instantly familiar and passionate ✌🏼
Wow. First time hearing Puscifer. As soon as the music started my chest tightened up and stayed that way throughout, along with huge goosebumps, of course! LOVE THIS MORE THAN I CAN EXPRESS😍
Check out Tool as well, another of Maynard's bands. Early days were more anger but later albums are very meaningful and mature!
Oh no worries!!! I've been a Tool fan for a few years now, along with APC♡♡♡♡
Gotta listen to the arsonist
God is always the way.
You find God within yourself.
With Faith you will conquer all.
Through Fear you will drown.
....The Humbling River
The river could be heaven or human struggle, it fits perfectly with both if you ask me. Nobody should be arguing about what the lyrics mean, we should just accept the beauty of this song.
The river is the meaning of this song
Till all are one
I think heaven.. Without God we will never cross the river..The world needs to come together..
Together we'll cross the river ,this song speaks to my soul beautifully said
Just discovered this song. Absolutely love it.
Ok so this song makes me think of 2 things:
1. The phenomenon called "the impossible task" for those suffering with certain mental illnesses (generally depression, anxiety, and addiction). You find yourself utterly incapable of doing one certain thing that isn't necessarily hard to do but you can't make yourself do it for a reason you don't really understand. This song explains how you really need a good support system to help you get through whatever it is you're battling. It's worth mentioning that the lead singer has had a battle with addiction so I think that that being part of what the song is about is a pretty reasonable guess
2. This song heavily reminds me of the show Hell On Wheels. It makes me think of all the people working in tandem (and even in opposition to each other) to get the system that would forever tie the United States together in place.