Oh wow!! Hi, I'm the creator of the original animation meme for this song, and I never would have imagined it would balloon into something so huge. Thank you so much for making such lovely music, I'm glad I could play a part in helping more people discover your work! 💚🐸
You have my gratitude on account of that. I found this song first due to the animation meme you created, and it was because of it that I looked up the band and found their others songs; it's one of my favourites now and all my playlists have their songs. So, thanks!
I often struggle with depression, and it can get pretty bad. But when I listen to this song it makes me feel like everything is going to be alright. It is so comforting.
I believe it’s comforting to your spirit because the song tells of Jesus’ return, Him ending and removing sin and bringing peace to the world. I can’t wait til that day. However, the longer we wait the more people have a chance to come to Him beforehand.
@@navyalam2129 It really is very beautiful. It reminded me of the following quote by C. S. Lewis: "The sweetest thing in all my life has been the longing - to reach the Mountain, to find the place where all the beauty came from."
Feeling incredibly fortunate to have been a part of this amazing project. Working on the 'Soldier Poet King' lyric video with OhHellos has been an absolute joy. Thanks to their incredible music and vision, as well as the outstanding direction of Alejandra Molina and Kabir Rojas at Mero Estudio, and the collaboration with Dreambear Studios, we were able to bring this enchanting world to life. It's a labor of love, and we're thrilled to see it come to fruition. Enjoy the magic!
Wow, how awesome. I wish I can get into projects like this on the future, I'm planning to enter art school next year so I'm really wanting to do things like this video even if I only get to do like the flowers of the background hahaha.
All your songs are so beautiful and I’m grateful to have been introduced to them through the animations I’ve seen online. I’m so happy to know you enjoy them too!!
I found this song as an animatic for a video game I was playing at the time. It was so good that I decided to do something I had not done for any song before. I decided to listen to the whole album. I fell in love with your music. I shared it with several friends who also fell in love with it. I love poetry, I love Greek mythology, I am a Narnia fan, and I am a Christian so your music hits a real sweet spot for me and has a special place in my heart. Thank you so much for creating it!
This was beautiful! I love the little figures and how when they stand sideways they’re thin like cardboard cut-outs! It fits well with the stage theme going on. And their dancing and twirling together through the woods??? I almost squealed, I could not stop smiling. Major props to Dreambear Studios! This was a wonderful treat to have before my rehearsal!
Lyrics : There will come a soldier Who carries a mighty sword He will tear your city down Oh lei, oh lai, oh, Lord Oh lei, oh lai, oh lei, oh, Lord He will tear your city down Oh lei, oh lai, oh lei, oh, Lord There will come a poet Whose weapon is His word He will slay you with His tongue Oh lei, oh lai, oh, Lord Oh lei, oh lai, oh lei, oh, Lord He will slay you with His tongue Oh lei, oh lai, oh, Lord There will come a ruler Whose brow is laid in thorn Smeared with oil like David's boy Oh lei, oh lai, oh, Lord Oh lei, oh lai, oh lei, oh, Lord Smeared with oil like David's boy Oh lei, oh lai, oh, Lord Oh lei, oh lai, oh lei, oh, Lord He will tear your city down, oh lei, oh lai Ohh Oh lei, oh lai, oh lei, oh lai, oh Oh lei, oh lai, oh lei, oh lai, oh Oh lei, oh lai, oh lei, oh lai Oh lei, oh lai, oh lei, oh lai, oh
The Oh Hellos, I dont know if you will read this, but you are the best band I have ever listened to. I found you guys early this year, and I basically have listened to you nonstop since then. I have your beautiful songs stuck in my head every day, I have tracked down every concert video of yours on RUclips, and I use your songs to help me through tough times when im doubting my faith. Your song Lay Me Down makes me want to cry every time I listen to it, and Dear Wormwood is my favorite song of yours. I listen to it almost daily to remind myself who I am, and all that Jesus has made of me instead of my demons. Thank you so much for your music, I really hope you can make more one day ❤❤❤
God I love comment sections like this, that prove that Christian people aren’t just all hateful. I’m not religious (probably never will be lol), but these kinds of songs and communities are beautiful.
I randomly came across this song while I was travelling in the Scottish Highlands. Such beauty! Such a gorgeous song with the scenes set in my memories now ❤
My brother saw you guys in concert years ago at George Fox. He told me to give your music a listen, and you became my favorite band overnight! This lyric video is so fitting for the song, and it's fun to see after enjoying the song for years! Thank you! -from a very loyal supporter haha
As someone who got introduced to this amazing band by one of the animations for this song it feels like everything has come full circle. Absolutely love it!
This was the song that lead me to the wonderful artists called “The Oh Hellos”. To all who had made those animations, to that first animation I saw and the last one before I fell in love with this band, thank you greatly. “Soldier, Poet, King” will always have a special place in my heart, and I can guarantee you I am not the only one with such a mindset. So oh, hello, dear animators of this masterpiece.
Guys i have theory:the king part of the song is actually referencing jesus becuz it said on the line 'there will become a ruler whose brow is laid thorn' ,jesus wore a thorn crown too, and jesus will take the place of heaven and earth as king Edit:this song is referencing the appocalypse,the meaning of 'he will tear ur city down' is god will tear the earth down and the soldier is referencing archangel micheal(u can disproven me with the soldier is connected to archangel micheal becuz i dont have any evidence)the poet is gonna be an angel that will guide u to heaven
Been an avid lover of you all since I was 14 (now 22) and I just wanted to thank you for creating art that is so intricate sonically and lyrically. Every new phase of life and myself I find myself in or approaching, your music has/brings new meaning. The spiritual/religious themes along with themes of politics, literature, life, and love truly represent what it means to be a human in this world. Thank you thank you thank you. Loved this lyric video!!!
7 years and counting of listening to this band, not a week goes by without me craving to listen to the masterwork collection that is your albums. Incredible as always.
@@De_Selby you don’t have to be gullible to know something exists without seeing it. I bet you’ve never seen the Sahara desert, but it’s real isn’t it?
Thank you so much for your music!! For years now, you’ve been my favourite musicians, and you’ve helped me through so much! Your music means the world to me, and I hope that you eventually make more for everyone to enjoy!
I remember watching the animation memes when they first came out and falling in love with the Oh Hellos. I honestly don’t know what I’d do without their music.
There will come a soldier Who carries a mighty sword He will tear your city down Oh lei, oh lai, oh, Lord Oh lei, oh lai, oh lei, oh, Lord He will tear your city down Oh lei, oh lai, oh lei, oh, Lord There will come a poet Whose weapon is His word He will slay you with His tongue Oh lei, oh lai, oh, Lord Oh lei, oh lai, oh lei, oh, Lord He will slay you with His tongue Oh lei, oh lai, oh, Lord There will come a ruler Whose brow is laid in thorn Smeared with oil like David's boy Oh lei, oh lai, oh, Lord Oh lei, oh lai, oh lei, oh, Lord Smeared with oil like David's boy Oh lei, oh lai, oh, Lord Oh lei, oh lai, oh lei, oh, Lord He will tear your city down, oh lei, oh lai Ohh Oh lei, oh lai, oh lei, oh lai, oh Oh lei, oh lai, oh lei, oh lai, oh Oh lei, oh lai, oh lei, oh lai Oh lei, oh lai, oh lei, oh lai, oh
This was my introduction to listening to your music in the first place. And every time I listen to this song, I feel like hiking on an adventure. Or even going on a Renaissance fair at some point. You guys have so much variety with your unique style of rhythm in your music.
This is beautiful! I've loved this song for years. It almost beats Passerine! It does an excellent job illustrating the many roles of Christ. I can't believe how amazing your art style is either! Thank you so much for the hope this song has brought me. (psst, I also really like Passerine!)
My jumping spider, Xanathar, loved watching this video, when the three danced together he would always get very excited and just a couple days ago he watched it on loop for hours on end without losing attention. He passed away last night from old age and I came back to listen to his favorite song a few more times for him. I have fairly severe arachnophobia but for some reason he was the one spider that I was never scared of, he liked anime, fantasy movies, and music just like me and I'll miss him more than I realized.
I'm crying this was perfect!! I love how you post during October, around this time, because it's close to my birthday and it always brings my such immense joy to see new content from you! Your art and songs have inspired me through the years and helped me in my darkest moments. I can only Thank you ❤
I'm so excited for you! Your songs are amazing and it was so exciting to see that "Soldier, Poet, King" has an official music video! I found your band through the many animation memes of "Soldier, Poet, King". I went through your entire "Dear Wormwood" album one afternoon and just kept listening. This year, the Oh Hellos is my second most-listened-to band on Spotify. Both for me and my sister. Thank you for creating such amazing music and I wish you all the best in your future! ❤
@@elsieprempeh Yes, most of his songs are Christian, if I'm not mistaken, they are all christian, but this one says about the King David, that he was literally a Sodier, poet and a King! (Says a lot about Jesus too)
@@heloisa2002You’re pretty much right, but I’m quite sure it’s about Jesus mainly and has resemblance to David because Jesus had similarities with his ancestor David. It says “smeared with oil like David’s boy”, obviously referring to someone other than David if it’s his “boy”. This refers to how in prophecy and in the genealogies listed in two of the gospels, Jesus is the descendant of David. It also says “there will come” throughout the song. This can be seen as reflective of either the prophecies telling of Jesus’ coming before his birth, or as referring to the second coming which is still in the future. I hope that makes sense!
the little guys just spinning at the end is so cute!! i love this whole thing, very children's tale vibes! i am no more different from a whole group of other people, discovering you guys from this very song. then a silly little fanfiction made me curious about you two so i came here and now im completely obsessed with your songs! love you guys to the end of life, always, keep going ❤❤
I was just relistening to Dear Wormwood a ton for the past few weeks, and even mentioned "Soldier, Poet, King" to some of my friends the other day being a song that goes beyond the scope of the concept album. This is truly a surprise and I love every moment of it! I do thought that this will also lead to a remaster of the entire Dear Wormwood album, but this alone is truly amazing. Sure hope to hear more from you guys soon! By the way, the art in this is majestically created! You don't have to go overboard with a lyric video, but this is something more. You guys are truly amazing :)
This animation is so good! I could never make something like this and i have the whole song memorised, i also loved the symbolism when the 3 figures came and danced together, it represents the perichoresis or ‘Trinity Dance’ in an incredible way.
@@AmberRedspark im not entirely sure about the other symbolism of it but is clear that its at the very least about Jesus. When they said "there will come a ruler whos brow is laid in thorn." Thats clearly a reference to Jesus.
@@joshuacrate827I guess if you take it at face value. I figured it used Christ imagery to paint a picture of someone who wears the world on their shoulders. A crown of thorns is a common metaphor for putting oneself last; sacrificing their well being for the "people" or whatever. Surface level, yeah it's Jesus but that's not very exciting or interesting. Christ imagery however, never gets old.
@@joshuacrate827The song is based on the C.S Lewis Screwtapes, which speak of the return of Christ. Which in turn for the believer, despite the graphic and apocalyptical end, rejoice at his coming and cleansing of the world of sin. While on the other hand the song is disturbing as despite the cheery mood of the song it talks about the returning of the messiah (David's Boy, Anointed in Oil) will come to slay the wicked with his tongue (He will come to judge the living and the dead) coming to destroy cities with a giant sword (to imprison and destroy his enemies.)
This song led me to The Valley and Dear Wormwood as well as the rest of your music. I love this feeling you capture, though I have no clue what your genre is even called. Both of the aforementioned albums have brought me peace, clarity, healing, inspiration, and (most influentially) closure regarding my religious trauma. Thank you for putting such beauty into the world. This little animation perfectly captures how I first imagined it in my head. Plus with the three little guys looking exactly the same, it helps allude to the original meaning of the song. Brilliantly done! ❤❤❤
If you want an album series about people coming to peace with their experience of western Christianity, you *NEED* to listen to their Four Winds quartet. Like, immediately. Notos, Eureus, Boreas, and Zephyrus are the four EPs, and the set is just over an hour long. A major theme of the album, and quite possibly the main theme, is the singers' journeys through a spiritual reconstruction after seeing the harm that Christians had caused in the world, crying out for change, and finding new peace. It's absolutely magnificent, and I only found out about it this month, but I must've listened to it half a dozen times by now. My favourite song in the set is Zephyrus, but if you have religious trauma, please PLEASE go listen to Passerine! But honestly, you might love the whole thing. To quote the band's page, it was an "interrogation of [their] own beliefs", and how they wanted to "ask the winter to rekindle [them] into something warmer and softer than who they've been". It's incredible. Anyway... I think folk is the main genre. I've heard people saying indie folk and folk rock both fit.
@@MedorraBlueI’ve listened to Zephyrus. It was a recommendation for one of my Spotify playlists. I haven’t given the whole thing a listen yet, though, so thanks for letting me know. I can’t wait to hear it now!
I've loved this song for the longest time, and I am in love with this video as well!! The art is so lovely and a fun visual to go with the song, and the three of them dancing together at the end of the song brought me so much joy!!! Thank you so much for this
I find it very interesting how such a heavily Christian song jives so well with the the Medieval/Hi-Fantasy crowd. I guess its just Christ's love shinning through even if you don't know or realize it. It definitely still fits the vibes of a bunch of adventurers going out and fighting off some monster or exploring some magical world and saving the world from some powerful enemy and knowing the meaning behind the words just makes me enjoy it even more.
Yeah, definitely that and not because it's folk style music which inherently tends to mesh into a fantasy or medieval vibe 😂 (In case you can't tell, that was sarcasm. People can like stuff that fits a vibe without it being due to a diety they might not believe in "shinging through even if they don't know it". Thats seriously the most conceited and condescending kind of statement imaginable. People dont need to be infantalized just because they dont believe the same stuff you do.
All the memories of this song.. The animation memes.. The covers.. Heck, even the song itself! Just to he overrun by a bard named "Venti" over there in TikTok. I'm staying here :)
This is awesome! I was just talking to my friend yesterday about how y’all hadn’t posted anything in a while, and what a way to come back! Truly awesome animation for one of my favorite artist’s best songs
This one, offers his gratitude for this bountiful upload. This song, it has captured this one’s heart, just as a moonbeam pierces the night's darkness. Since that first howl of sound touched Tarbh’s ears, it has become his most cherished melody. Thank you Maggie and Tyler! May you all be blessed with wonder, who contribute to the birth and preservation of this musical treasure. This one will carry this song with him through the wilderness, a loyal companion on his adventures. Thank you, fellow journeyers, for sharing this precious gift with us all! 🌃🎶🐺🎶🌃
Well this was absolutely magnificent. Would love to have one like this for each song on Dear Wormwood, especially Caesar, Pale White Horse, and Where Is Your Rider?
Oh my gosh, after all the fan animations of this awesome song, there's finally an official one! It looks amazing I've only known them for 3 minutes but I love the silly dancing puppet people. Top tier stuff (as always)
This is the first song I heard of yours and also my favorite. Glory to our Lord Jesus Christ ❤ Glory to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit!
This song introduced me to my favorite band of all time! Thank you so much. Also, please make merch 🙏. Slap these little guys on a t-shirt, I will buy it immediately
Thre's just something with this song that touches my inner child, something that just feels heartwarming and nostalgic at the same time, that every time I hear it I come back to the same feelings... Thanks for being part of the fantastic world of music, carry on!
Such a beautiful song with a nostalgic melody. Though I’ve never listened to this song as a kid, I feel transported to a simpler time in the early to mid-2000’s when I was a carefree kid with not an ounce of adult responsibility. Thanks for this great music and thanks for the beautiful animation to compliment it
I think about that once a day. They are one of the few bands I would pay to watch, I would really enjoy their concert. I've watch the Live at Paradise Rock Club show just literally a hundred times, and it is the best live show I'll ever see in my entire life. They have a unique energy on the stage. I guess I'll be always waiting for them to come over Brazil. I just need it.
“ There will come a poet who’s weapon is *his word* “ 100%, there’s so many verses where Jesus debunks stuff with the Scriptures- especially against Pharisees in Matthew, those are my favorite💀✋
I love this song, it really brings out my Irish to sing and dance to this music, thank you for reminding me to keep my roots alive and to celebrate them! You're a wonderful band and I haven't heard a bad song from you guys, ever!
@@CamomilaQuente sim sim, têm referências bíblicas a primeira parte do soldado fala que virá com sua espada e destruir sua cidade, leia Apocalipse 19:11-18 segunda parte fala que um poeta tem como arma a Sua Palavra, e sua língua é sua espada,leia Apocalipse 19:15 terceira parte fala sobre um Rei que tem uma coroa de espinhos (João 19:2), e que é ungido como o garoto Davi, este Davi foi ungido como rei de Israel quando era apenas um garoto, e Deus prometeu a Davi que um dos seus descendentes sempre iria reinar sobre Israel; Jesus é um descendente do rei Davi, e o anjo diz para Maria que Ele (Jesus) reinará para sempre sobre seu povo e seu nunca teria fim ( Lucas 1:32-33)
Why do I feel like this is a princess walking with her bodyguards like a princess singing this while her bodyguards are protecting her while she's walking
You are a travelling historian, seeking stories in ruins and destruction. You came upon a town, it looks dirty, poor and destitute but the village folks still welcome you with a smile and enthusiasm greater than the residents of a bigger city you've been through. 'Certainly suspicious' you said to yourself while walking into the town with a smile on your face and vigilance in your heart. You can remember that this region was held by a tyrant king, abusing his power to bleed dry every town and village their coffees, more like a bandit if you ask me. As you walked around the village, you noticed that dusk was close and decided to head into the sole tavern of this place. As you're about to open the tavern door, you hear a lot of voices inside, I know it's not unusual for a tavern to be noisy, but no, they are singing, happily. I walked in and saw what looked like a band singing and playing their instruments in the middle of the tavern, singing a song I've never heard while the villagers sang along. I shrugged and walked to the counter to order a meal and a place to stay for the moment. As I continued listening to the song, I couldn't help but notice the instruments the band members were using. They're quite unusual for a simple band. The only lady in their group was using a harp, a man with great stature and height was using a bag-pipe and the last man, or I might even say, a boy, is using a violin embroidered with grand designs. As the curiosity got to me, I asked the tavern keeper about who they are. The answer really baffled me, The boy was the crown prince before and usurper took the throne, the huge man was the royal advisor and the prince's teacher for music and instruments and the lady was the only remaining knight of those few who helped the prince escape the sacking of the palace. The song they're singing is not about the usurper, it is about the return of the young king with his companion, and this is also the reason why the people of this village were always happy even with their circumstances, they still have hope. You're an historian, looking through the stories of ruins and destruction to find the history of the land. Maybe you can join them? For what better things an historian might do, other than creating history himself?
Damn I recommend getting recommended and liking this before it went as viral as it did. Good job. It certainly did more than I ever beloved from this passionate.
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Oh wow!! Hi, I'm the creator of the original animation meme for this song, and I never would have imagined it would balloon into something so huge. Thank you so much for making such lovely music, I'm glad I could play a part in helping more people discover your work! 💚🐸
You have my gratitude on account of that. I found this song first due to the animation meme you created, and it was because of it that I looked up the band and found their others songs; it's one of my favourites now and all my playlists have their songs.
So, thanks!
omg hey, it was because of you I even discovered this band and now they’re a longtime fave!!!
i'd like to thank you for introducing me to the band that got me through all of my hardest times. truly a gift
OMG GOTHFROG HAIIIIIII
i have to thank you bc the popularity of the song cuz of the meme led me to this band and now they've been a favorite of mine for years
I often struggle with depression, and it can get pretty bad. But when I listen to this song it makes me feel like everything is going to be alright. It is so comforting.
It’s about Jesus and guess what, he loves you.
Ayy good to know the song is giving hopes to people
I believe it’s comforting to your spirit because the song tells of Jesus’ return, Him ending and removing sin and bringing peace to the world.
I can’t wait til that day. However, the longer we wait the more people have a chance to come to Him beforehand.
I know
Try working out, take back the control of your own life
After all the animations that have been made with this song from all sorts of fandoms, it feels right to finally get an official one
Waoh 777 likes
@@haynabrahma3635 it’s 1,9 thousand now
I mean knowing what the song is about, what would be those fandoms? The Church? LOL
@@deft4184 Search “Soldier Poet King animation” on youtube and you’ll see
Verdade kkkkk 😊@@deft4184
I loved the symbolism when the 3 figures came and danced together, it represented the perichoresis or the Trinity Dance in an incredible way.
I was thinking just that! I though it was beautiful
@@navyalam2129 It really is very beautiful. It reminded me of the following quote by C. S. Lewis: "The sweetest thing in all my life has been the longing - to reach the Mountain, to find the place where all the beauty came from."
Yall are talking about our Lord and Savior Jesus right?! ❤❤❤
@@scooby_snacks30 Yes we are!
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The way the lil’ guys go spinning for half the song is so chaotic and cute 😭
What's the trinity dance?@elizawaters1198
I love the backgrounds! It's so 'pop-up children's storybook', the spinning lil guys were adorable too
Oh it is! I didn't even notice that until now!
It’s like a combination of a pop up book and shadow puppets
ikr!! the vibe makes it feel like this is a story that had been passed down for generations and they’re telling the next crop of kids
ikr!!! they're just silly little guys!!!
Agreed
Feeling incredibly fortunate to have been a part of this amazing project. Working on the 'Soldier Poet King' lyric video with OhHellos has been an absolute joy. Thanks to their incredible music and vision, as well as the outstanding direction of Alejandra Molina and Kabir Rojas at Mero Estudio, and the collaboration with Dreambear Studios, we were able to bring this enchanting world to life. It's a labor of love, and we're thrilled to see it come to fruition. Enjoy the magic!
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Why r ppl replying with IM THERIAN?
Wow, how awesome. I wish I can get into projects like this on the future, I'm planning to enter art school next year so I'm really wanting to do things like this video even if I only get to do like the flowers of the background hahaha.
All your songs are so beautiful and I’m grateful to have been introduced to them through the animations I’ve seen online. I’m so happy to know you enjoy them too!!
ikr!! animations introduced me to the oh hellos and I am so grateful for the discovery :D
I LOVE IS MUSIQ
You arent seeing the pearly gate furry
@@THETRUTHISHERE2030 I’m an atheist and also not a furry
@@heartsandtarts i wonder why...
This official animation feels like a big thank you to all who used this song for their creative outlet. Such a nice gesture.
0:18 it feels so relaxing thx for yhis video 😊❤🎉
THIS IS SO PRETTY AND COOL! THE ART IS LOVELY
YOU ARE VERY SMART
This prob took months-
Ik right!!
I found this song as an animatic for a video game I was playing at the time. It was so good that I decided to do something I had not done for any song before. I decided to listen to the whole album. I fell in love with your music. I shared it with several friends who also fell in love with it. I love poetry, I love Greek mythology, I am a Narnia fan, and I am a Christian so your music hits a real sweet spot for me and has a special place in my heart. Thank you so much for creating it!
Genshin?
Video game?
@@tannerlyles7123 Fire Emblem: Three Houses.
@Iamsnowedyt Genshin was also my first thought, haha! I still have the Venti version of this song as my alarm tone ... XD
This was beautiful! I love the little figures and how when they stand sideways they’re thin like cardboard cut-outs! It fits well with the stage theme going on. And their dancing and twirling together through the woods??? I almost squealed, I could not stop smiling. Major props to Dreambear Studios! This was a wonderful treat to have before my rehearsal!
The meaning of this song is beautiful too.
Ya abt Jesus right?
@@layapandey8209 The second coming of Jesus
It's amazing how happy the tune is, considering the event its describing. Then again, everything after that event's going to be pretty happy
Crying this is so cute, i love how this song is being kept alive through the years, it's been a part of me that i have been holding dearly for years
Lyrics :
There will come a soldier
Who carries a mighty sword
He will tear your city down
Oh lei, oh lai, oh, Lord
Oh lei, oh lai, oh lei, oh, Lord
He will tear your city down
Oh lei, oh lai, oh lei, oh, Lord
There will come a poet
Whose weapon is His word
He will slay you with His tongue
Oh lei, oh lai, oh, Lord
Oh lei, oh lai, oh lei, oh, Lord
He will slay you with His tongue
Oh lei, oh lai, oh, Lord
There will come a ruler
Whose brow is laid in thorn
Smeared with oil like David's boy
Oh lei, oh lai, oh, Lord
Oh lei, oh lai, oh lei, oh, Lord
Smeared with oil like David's boy
Oh lei, oh lai, oh, Lord
Oh lei, oh lai, oh lei, oh, Lord
He will tear your city down, oh lei, oh lai
Ohh
Oh lei, oh lai, oh lei, oh lai, oh
Oh lei, oh lai, oh lei, oh lai, oh
Oh lei, oh lai, oh lei, oh lai
Oh lei, oh lai, oh lei, oh lai, oh
Wow good job
@@Zandra_le_kit then?
@@Zandra_le_kit too fast! is it a problem for ur life?
Ave Christus Rex
It's a lyric video
The Oh Hellos, I dont know if you will read this, but you are the best band I have ever listened to. I found you guys early this year, and I basically have listened to you nonstop since then. I have your beautiful songs stuck in my head every day, I have tracked down every concert video of yours on RUclips, and I use your songs to help me through tough times when im doubting my faith. Your song Lay Me Down makes me want to cry every time I listen to it, and Dear Wormwood is my favorite song of yours. I listen to it almost daily to remind myself who I am, and all that Jesus has made of me instead of my demons. Thank you so much for your music, I really hope you can make more one day ❤❤❤
you said it!!!
I loved everything you wrote... I've known The Oh Hello's for a little longer, but I have the same feeling. God bless you❤
God I love comment sections like this, that prove that Christian people aren’t just all hateful. I’m not religious (probably never will be lol), but these kinds of songs and communities are beautiful.
I randomly came across this song while I was travelling in the Scottish Highlands. Such beauty! Such a gorgeous song with the scenes set in my memories now ❤
Hogwarts!!!!
The little figures dancing are so wonderful, i loved it!!
First reply, Also yes!! The figures are so cool and the background is just perfect😮
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My brother saw you guys in concert years ago at George Fox. He told me to give your music a listen, and you became my favorite band overnight! This lyric video is so fitting for the song, and it's fun to see after enjoying the song for years! Thank you! -from a very loyal supporter haha
As someone who got introduced to this amazing band by one of the animations for this song it feels like everything has come full circle. Absolutely love it!
This was the song that lead me to the wonderful artists called “The Oh Hellos”. To all who had made those animations, to that first animation I saw and the last one before I fell in love with this band, thank you greatly. “Soldier, Poet, King” will always have a special place in my heart, and I can guarantee you I am not the only one with such a mindset. So oh, hello, dear animators of this masterpiece.
Guys i have theory:the king part of the song is actually referencing jesus becuz it said on the line 'there will become a ruler whose brow is laid thorn' ,jesus wore a thorn crown too, and jesus will take the place of heaven and earth as king
Edit:this song is referencing the appocalypse,the meaning of 'he will tear ur city down' is god will tear the earth down and the soldier is referencing archangel micheal(u can disproven me with the soldier is connected to archangel micheal becuz i dont have any evidence)the poet is gonna be an angel that will guide u to heaven
likely true.
Been an avid lover of you all since I was 14 (now 22) and I just wanted to thank you for creating art that is so intricate sonically and lyrically. Every new phase of life and myself I find myself in or approaching, your music has/brings new meaning. The spiritual/religious themes along with themes of politics, literature, life, and love truly represent what it means to be a human in this world. Thank you thank you thank you. Loved this lyric video!!!
7 years and counting of listening to this band, not a week goes by without me craving to listen to the masterwork collection that is your albums. Incredible as always.
Salve Amigos... que Deus continue a iluminar seus passos lhe concedendo muitas alegrias e realizações! Forte abraço a partir do Brasil!!
Blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed
amen
Amen
Blessed are the gullible I suppose.
@@De_Selbythis is a Christian song, if u don’t know🙄
@@De_Selby you don’t have to be gullible to know something exists without seeing it. I bet you’ve never seen the Sahara desert, but it’s real isn’t it?
Ahhh!!!! an official lyric video after all the animations!
this gives off such pop up book vibes i love it :)) 💗💗
THIS IS SO BEAUTIFUL ITS LIKE SOMEONE IS FLIPPING A STORYBOOK RIGHT INFRONT OF ME
(I'm claiming my spot as one of the first 1000)
REAL
Thank you so much for your music!! For years now, you’ve been my favourite musicians, and you’ve helped me through so much! Your music means the world to me, and I hope that you eventually make more for everyone to enjoy!
The animation is beautiful!! Could you do some of your other songs too please? ❤
this song makes me so happy it makes me finally feel like i’m in a fairytale
I remember watching the animation memes when they first came out and falling in love with the Oh Hellos. I honestly don’t know what I’d do without their music.
There will come a soldier
Who carries a mighty sword
He will tear your city down
Oh lei, oh lai, oh, Lord
Oh lei, oh lai, oh lei, oh, Lord
He will tear your city down
Oh lei, oh lai, oh lei, oh, Lord
There will come a poet
Whose weapon is His word
He will slay you with His tongue
Oh lei, oh lai, oh, Lord
Oh lei, oh lai, oh lei, oh, Lord
He will slay you with His tongue
Oh lei, oh lai, oh, Lord
There will come a ruler
Whose brow is laid in thorn
Smeared with oil like David's boy
Oh lei, oh lai, oh, Lord
Oh lei, oh lai, oh lei, oh, Lord
Smeared with oil like David's boy
Oh lei, oh lai, oh, Lord
Oh lei, oh lai, oh lei, oh, Lord
He will tear your city down, oh lei, oh lai
Ohh
Oh lei, oh lai, oh lei, oh lai, oh
Oh lei, oh lai, oh lei, oh lai, oh
Oh lei, oh lai, oh lei, oh lai
Oh lei, oh lai, oh lei, oh lai, oh
This was my introduction to listening to your music in the first place.
And every time I listen to this song, I feel like hiking on an adventure.
Or even going on a Renaissance fair at some point.
You guys have so much variety with your unique style of rhythm in your music.
This is beautiful! I've loved this song for years. It almost beats Passerine! It does an excellent job illustrating the many roles of Christ. I can't believe how amazing your art style is either! Thank you so much for the hope this song has brought me. (psst, I also really like Passerine!)
Another Passerine enjoyer, cheers!
I'm also a Passerine enjoyer
@@purpleenthusiast5814 cheers!
@@iamlanaaa_ noice
Haha… Passerine… definitely not getting flashbacks🙂
When I heard the song, my mind and heart is filled with creative ,imaginary and joy.
My jumping spider, Xanathar, loved watching this video, when the three danced together he would always get very excited and just a couple days ago he watched it on loop for hours on end without losing attention. He passed away last night from old age and I came back to listen to his favorite song a few more times for him. I have fairly severe arachnophobia but for some reason he was the one spider that I was never scared of, he liked anime, fantasy movies, and music just like me and I'll miss him more than I realized.
The king is coming!
I'm crying this was perfect!!
I love how you post during October, around this time, because it's close to my birthday and it always brings my such immense joy to see new content from you! Your art and songs have inspired me through the years and helped me in my darkest moments.
I can only Thank you ❤
I'm so excited for you! Your songs are amazing and it was so exciting to see that "Soldier, Poet, King" has an official music video!
I found your band through the many animation memes of "Soldier, Poet, King". I went through your entire "Dear Wormwood" album one afternoon and just kept listening.
This year, the Oh Hellos is my second most-listened-to band on Spotify. Both for me and my sister.
Thank you for creating such amazing music and I wish you all the best in your future! ❤
Did I send this to my aunt who has a kid who’s almost 4 because this is the perfect little fantasy story in a song? Yes. I absolutely did.
One of my favorite CHRISTIAN songs!! It’s just so cozy sounding and I’m really happy with how much people love this song too
I just love how their songs have a christian and gospel message! Continue doing this!! 🤍
Really?! I'm so happy OMDS, do you know what the meaning is??
@@elsieprempeh Yes, most of his songs are Christian, if I'm not mistaken, they are all christian, but this one says about the King David, that he was literally a Sodier, poet and a King! (Says a lot about Jesus too)
@@heloisa2002 I'm so happy to find a new gospel song! Thanks so much for sharing:)
@@heloisa2002You’re pretty much right, but I’m quite sure it’s about Jesus mainly and has resemblance to David because Jesus had similarities with his ancestor David. It says “smeared with oil like David’s boy”, obviously referring to someone other than David if it’s his “boy”. This refers to how in prophecy and in the genealogies listed in two of the gospels, Jesus is the descendant of David. It also says “there will come” throughout the song. This can be seen as reflective of either the prophecies telling of Jesus’ coming before his birth, or as referring to the second coming which is still in the future. I hope that makes sense!
@@zekofirez39 Tysm! I love the meaning
the little guys just spinning at the end is so cute!! i love this whole thing, very children's tale vibes! i am no more different from a whole group of other people, discovering you guys from this very song. then a silly little fanfiction made me curious about you two so i came here and now im completely obsessed with your songs! love you guys to the end of life, always, keep going ❤❤
I was just relistening to Dear Wormwood a ton for the past few weeks, and even mentioned "Soldier, Poet, King" to some of my friends the other day being a song that goes beyond the scope of the concept album. This is truly a surprise and I love every moment of it! I do thought that this will also lead to a remaster of the entire Dear Wormwood album, but this alone is truly amazing. Sure hope to hear more from you guys soon!
By the way, the art in this is majestically created! You don't have to go overboard with a lyric video, but this is something more. You guys are truly amazing :)
This animation is so good! I could never make something like this and i have the whole song memorised, i also loved the symbolism when the 3 figures came and danced together, it represents the perichoresis or ‘Trinity Dance’ in an incredible way.
i didn't know this song was about the 2nd coming of Christ, but it makes this song even cooler!!! love this song!!
Where did you see it was about the 2nd coming of Christ? I wanna know more, lol :D
@@AmberRedspark im not entirely sure about the other symbolism of it but is clear that its at the very least about Jesus. When they said "there will come a ruler whos brow is laid in thorn." Thats clearly a reference to Jesus.
@@joshuacrate827I guess if you take it at face value. I figured it used Christ imagery to paint a picture of someone who wears the world on their shoulders. A crown of thorns is a common metaphor for putting oneself last; sacrificing their well being for the "people" or whatever.
Surface level, yeah it's Jesus but that's not very exciting or interesting. Christ imagery however, never gets old.
@@joshuacrate827The song is based on the C.S Lewis Screwtapes, which speak of the return of Christ. Which in turn for the believer, despite the graphic and apocalyptical end, rejoice at his coming and cleansing of the world of sin. While on the other hand the song is disturbing as despite the cheery mood of the song it talks about the returning of the messiah (David's Boy, Anointed in Oil) will come to slay the wicked with his tongue (He will come to judge the living and the dead) coming to destroy cities with a giant sword (to imprison and destroy his enemies.)
This song led me to The Valley and Dear Wormwood as well as the rest of your music. I love this feeling you capture, though I have no clue what your genre is even called. Both of the aforementioned albums have brought me peace, clarity, healing, inspiration, and (most influentially) closure regarding my religious trauma.
Thank you for putting such beauty into the world. This little animation perfectly captures how I first imagined it in my head.
Plus with the three little guys looking exactly the same, it helps allude to the original meaning of the song. Brilliantly done! ❤❤❤
I think folk rock is a good descriptor.
If you want an album series about people coming to peace with their experience of western Christianity, you *NEED* to listen to their Four Winds quartet. Like, immediately. Notos, Eureus, Boreas, and Zephyrus are the four EPs, and the set is just over an hour long. A major theme of the album, and quite possibly the main theme, is the singers' journeys through a spiritual reconstruction after seeing the harm that Christians had caused in the world, crying out for change, and finding new peace. It's absolutely magnificent, and I only found out about it this month, but I must've listened to it half a dozen times by now. My favourite song in the set is Zephyrus, but if you have religious trauma, please PLEASE go listen to Passerine! But honestly, you might love the whole thing. To quote the band's page, it was an "interrogation of [their] own beliefs", and how they wanted to "ask the winter to rekindle [them] into something warmer and softer than who they've been". It's incredible.
Anyway... I think folk is the main genre. I've heard people saying indie folk and folk rock both fit.
@@MedorraBlueI’ve listened to Zephyrus. It was a recommendation for one of my Spotify playlists. I haven’t given the whole thing a listen yet, though, so thanks for letting me know. I can’t wait to hear it now!
Este estilo es tan vuestro, me encanta 🫶🏻
I've loved this song for the longest time, and I am in love with this video as well!! The art is so lovely and a fun visual to go with the song, and the three of them dancing together at the end of the song brought me so much joy!!! Thank you so much for this
I find it very interesting how such a heavily Christian song jives so well with the the Medieval/Hi-Fantasy crowd. I guess its just Christ's love shinning through even if you don't know or realize it.
It definitely still fits the vibes of a bunch of adventurers going out and fighting off some monster or exploring some magical world and saving the world from some powerful enemy and knowing the meaning behind the words just makes me enjoy it even more.
it's also the fact that it sounds medieval/high fantasy I think. A lot of their songs from this album do.
I’m Christian AND I LOVE THIS SONG
Yeah, definitely that and not because it's folk style music which inherently tends to mesh into a fantasy or medieval vibe 😂
(In case you can't tell, that was sarcasm. People can like stuff that fits a vibe without it being due to a diety they might not believe in "shinging through even if they don't know it". Thats seriously the most conceited and condescending kind of statement imaginable. People dont need to be infantalized just because they dont believe the same stuff you do.
all your music literally means the world to me
All the memories of this song..
The animation memes..
The covers..
Heck, even the song itself!
Just to he overrun by a bard named "Venti" over there in TikTok. I'm staying here :)
Agreed
Apparently the voice actor sang it..her voice is pretty nice
Is Genshim Impact's reference
This is so beautiful and fitting for the song! It’s such a lovely way to represent an equally lovely song!
This is awesome! I was just talking to my friend yesterday about how y’all hadn’t posted anything in a while, and what a way to come back! Truly awesome animation for one of my favorite artist’s best songs
This is one of the best songs I've ever heard in my life
Ty green lady for introducing me to this beautiful song... 💚
This one, offers his gratitude for this bountiful upload. This song, it has captured this one’s heart, just as a moonbeam pierces the night's darkness. Since that first howl of sound touched Tarbh’s ears, it has become his most cherished melody. Thank you Maggie and Tyler!
May you all be blessed with wonder, who contribute to the birth and preservation of this musical treasure. This one will carry this song with him through the wilderness, a loyal companion on his adventures. Thank you, fellow journeyers, for sharing this precious gift with us all!
🌃🎶🐺🎶🌃
Well this was absolutely magnificent. Would love to have one like this for each song on Dear Wormwood, especially Caesar, Pale White Horse, and Where Is Your Rider?
To the true owner of such a beautiful song, long live our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ! 🤍🤍🤍 Beautiful work as usual Oh Hellos
This music is perfect it sounds so magical, and the lyrics are so rememberable.
after so many times, seeing others make animations of this song, i can finally see the real and official animation
Just discovered this song today, so this is convenient timing.
Oh my gosh, after all the fan animations of this awesome song, there's finally an official one!
It looks amazing I've only known them for 3 minutes but I love the silly dancing puppet people. Top tier stuff (as always)
this is so so good! They're just silly little critters, I love it 🥹
love this song and album. the video makes it even better!!!
How amazing this song is that it can make listeners feel like they are in another dimension doing experiences that don't happen in the real world.👏👏👏
THE ANIMATION IS SO BEAUTIFUL!!!
Yo, one of my favorite songs by y'all!
This is the first song I heard of yours and also my favorite. Glory to our Lord Jesus Christ ❤ Glory to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit!
amen!
🙏🙏🙏
Please stop.. this is not a Christian band, please stop
@@roy9161this is literally told to be about the second coming. Cope
@@brandonwilliams9462 this doesn't talk about that.. this is not a Christian band or CCM
This song reminds me of the bible..
Soldier: david
Poet: paul
King: Jesus
All three are actually Jesus! The song is about His second coming
I love dark ages kinda vibe music. I dont know the feeling it gives me is something I cant find in other things❤️🔥
This song introduced me to my favorite band of all time! Thank you so much.
Also, please make merch 🙏. Slap these little guys on a t-shirt, I will buy it immediately
Thre's just something with this song that touches my inner child, something that just feels heartwarming and nostalgic at the same time, that every time I hear it I come back to the same feelings... Thanks for being part of the fantastic world of music, carry on!
OH BOY!!! My favorite band and my family’s favorite song!
Such a beautiful song with a nostalgic melody. Though I’ve never listened to this song as a kid, I feel transported to a simpler time in the early to mid-2000’s when I was a carefree kid with not an ounce of adult responsibility. Thanks for this great music and thanks for the beautiful animation to compliment it
Que música LINDA SENHORAS e SENHORES!!!!!
I never knew this was about Jesus til i saw a comment in another video and now i love this aomg even more
same😊
Yeah, even if one weren't a believer, catching that reference really changes the mood of the song!
I just wish they would go on a world tour. I would be soo happy to go on a The Oh Hello's concert♡
I think about that once a day. They are one of the few bands I would pay to watch, I would really enjoy their concert. I've watch the Live at Paradise Rock Club show just literally a hundred times, and it is the best live show I'll ever see in my entire life. They have a unique energy on the stage. I guess I'll be always waiting for them to come over Brazil. I just need it.
Super excited for this!!
This video is beautiful and adorable at the same time. Listening to it really brighens my day! ❤
OHHHH MYYYY GOOSHHHH YALLL DID ITTT ❤❤❤❤❤❤ WHO ELSEE WAS WAITING FOR THISSS????
“ There will come a poet who’s weapon is *his word* “ 100%, there’s so many verses where Jesus debunks stuff with the Scriptures-
especially against Pharisees in Matthew, those are my favorite💀✋
That is so beautiful. Praise Jesus!!
QUE LINDOOOO!!!!
@user-de2rs6hm2s Siimmmm kkkkkkkkk
Outros brasileiros aq:D
I love this song, it really brings out my Irish to sing and dance to this music, thank you for reminding me to keep my roots alive and to celebrate them! You're a wonderful band and I haven't heard a bad song from you guys, ever!
This is beautiful!
Jesus, nosso soldado, poeta e rei
Jesus, our soldier, poet and king ✨❤️
a música é cristã?
tô com dúvida agora
@@CamomilaQuente sim sim, tem várias referências bíblicas,vou lhe mostrar
@@CamomilaQuente sim sim, têm referências bíblicas
a primeira parte do soldado fala que virá com sua espada e destruir sua cidade, leia Apocalipse 19:11-18
segunda parte fala que um poeta tem como arma a Sua Palavra, e sua língua é sua espada,leia Apocalipse 19:15
terceira parte fala sobre um Rei que tem uma coroa de espinhos (João 19:2), e que é ungido como o garoto Davi, este Davi foi ungido como rei de Israel quando era apenas um garoto, e Deus prometeu a Davi que um dos seus descendentes sempre iria reinar sobre Israel; Jesus é um descendente do rei Davi, e o anjo diz para Maria que Ele (Jesus) reinará para sempre sobre seu povo e seu nunca teria fim ( Lucas 1:32-33)
@@dorismachado legal saber que uma música tão boa, possui referências e significados bíblicos.
If I had to Guess: The King is God,the soldier is Christ,and the poet is the Holy Spirit
So sweet 💖🪔
This is going to be good!!!
Heck yeah it is!
Mesmerising music, melody everything at its best
The animation, song, music is so good. This song is brightening.
Cecilia introduced me to this song 💚
Why do I feel like this is a princess walking with her bodyguards like a princess singing this while her bodyguards are protecting her while she's walking
nah it's about Jesus christ
You are a travelling historian, seeking stories in ruins and destruction.
You came upon a town, it looks dirty, poor and destitute but the village folks still welcome you with a smile and enthusiasm greater than the residents of a bigger city you've been through.
'Certainly suspicious' you said to yourself while walking into the town with a smile on your face and vigilance in your heart.
You can remember that this region was held by a tyrant king, abusing his power to bleed dry every town and village their coffees, more like a bandit if you ask me.
As you walked around the village, you noticed that dusk was close and decided to head into the sole tavern of this place.
As you're about to open the tavern door, you hear a lot of voices inside, I know it's not unusual for a tavern to be noisy, but no, they are singing, happily.
I walked in and saw what looked like a band singing and playing their instruments in the middle of the tavern, singing a song I've never heard while the villagers sang along.
I shrugged and walked to the counter to order a meal and a place to stay for the moment.
As I continued listening to the song, I couldn't help but notice the instruments the band members were using.
They're quite unusual for a simple band. The only lady in their group was using a harp, a man with great stature and height was using a bag-pipe and the last man, or I might even say, a boy, is using a violin embroidered with grand designs.
As the curiosity got to me, I asked the tavern keeper about who they are.
The answer really baffled me, The boy was the crown prince before and usurper took the throne, the huge man was the royal advisor and the prince's teacher for music and instruments and the lady was the only remaining knight of those few who helped the prince escape the sacking of the palace.
The song they're singing is not about the usurper, it is about the return of the young king with his companion, and this is also the reason why the people of this village were always happy even with their circumstances, they still have hope.
You're an historian, looking through the stories of ruins and destruction to find the history of the land.
Maybe you can join them?
For what better things an historian might do, other than creating history himself?
Stop writing chad stories here on RUclips. Ur to gifted to be here
intro brings me a profound sense of peace every time I feel weary.
Damn I recommend getting recommended and liking this before it went as viral as it did. Good job. It certainly did more than I ever beloved from this passionate.