He also has released tracks under the names Memory Cassette and Weird Tapes.
Yes I Know
Memory Tapes Lyrics
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I just haven't got the heart
Don't explain yourself
'Cause no one else can help but you
You're a voice without a sound ahh
I've lost everything you've ever seen
Feel so much blessed now
You hear them far way you call to stay
But they're already gone to leading us the way ahh
The lyrics to Memory Tapes's song "Yes I Know" are quite cryptic and open to interpretation. The first line, "We are far apart from everyone that we have lost now," suggests a sense of disconnection and isolation from those who have passed away. The next line, "I just haven't got the heart," could either be interpreted as a lack of emotional capacity to deal with the loss or a lack of desire to connect with those who have passed.
The next part of the lyrics, "Don't explain yourself 'Cause no one else can help but you," seems to be addressed to someone in particular, but it is unclear who. It could be the singer, urging themselves not to try to explain or rationalize their emotions to others. Alternatively, it could be directed at someone else, perhaps someone who is struggling with their own feelings of loss. The following line, "You're a voice without a sound," adds to the enigmatic nature of the song, with its unclear meaning.
The last two lines of the song, "I've lost everything you've ever seen / Feel so much blessed now," are possibly the most puzzling. The first line could be interpreted as a loss of possessions, memories or maybe even people, leaving the singer feeling empty. The second line provides some hope, as it seems to suggest that despite the loss, the singer feels blessed. The final two lines, "You hear them far way you call to stay / But they're already gone to leading us the way," are possibly directed at someone who has passed and who the singer wishes was still with them.
Overall, "Yes I Know" is a song that explores the complex emotions that arise from loss, grief, and the search for meaning. It is a haunting and introspective piece, which resonates with anyone who has experienced loss and the journey towards acceptance.
Line by Line Meaning
We are far apart from everyone that we have lost now
We feel disconnected from those who are no longer with us.
I just haven't got the heart
I don't have the emotional strength.
Don't explain yourself
You don't need to justify yourself to others.
'Cause no one else can help but you
Only you can truly help yourself.
You're a voice without a sound ahh
You have something important to say, but no one is listening.
I've lost everything you've ever seen
I've experienced a great loss that you may not understand.
Feel so much blessed now
Despite my loss, I feel fortunate.
It's a measure what you love
The importance of what you love is immeasurable.
You hear them far way you call to stay
You wish those who have passed away could still be with you.
But they're already gone to leading us the way ahh
Their absence has shown us the way forward.
Contributed by Sarah C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Random Miracles
Dayve Hawk being my favorite musician was no fleeting moment in time. 14 years later, and no one can touch his creativity. It really sucks that the music industry is completely soulless, and drives musical geniuses like him into the ethers of despair and bitterness, robbing the world of their talents. In the very unlikely event that he might see this message - We have not forgotten your art. We love you, and we miss you. I hope you are well.
motion blur
I agree. Something about his work stands out from the rest in his genre/time. I’ll always appreciate and look back fondly his music. I do hope he’s doing well.
Thanks Dayve!
Bog's Cave
Why this video is so underrated? I'm watching it after 10 years, working in CGI and VFX industry and still don't know how they made some of those graphics.. Love <3
Akira Nill
I've been searching this song for months and now I'm crying listening to this beautiful peace of art. I wish I could go back in past, when I first heard this for hours for the first time, it's a feeling I'll always have in my heart for the rest of my years
Adrian Hookham
This piece of art is beautiful. I will always remember this song
Arturo Cabrerizo
Desde España y todavía escuchando todas estas canciones de Memory Tapes que son todas pura magia. Eres un maestro, un genio. Que increible forma de mezclar sonidos y ritmos tan diferentes. Eres único. Gracias por tu música.
From Spain and STILL listening all these Memory Tapes´ songs that are all pure MAGIC. You are a Master, a Genius. What amazing way of mixing so diferent sounds and rithms. You´re unique. Thanks for your MUSIC.
Mike Billiot
An incredible sound and thank you for getting back to art in music video. I am mesmerized!
Jon
God this song still makes me tear up. The song, lyrics and video so accurately portrays the emotions I was going through at the time that it’s almost difficult to watch/listen to
Jan Biyekenov
Блин, круто
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MaghoxFr
I just found this video by chance, it's not everyday that I find videos with beautiful music. It's not everyday I find beautiful videos also. This has everything and I was hooked, just watching the video on its entirety, not switching tabs on my browser, or chatting...just watching the video, once and again. THis is sublime. Incredible job.