Blending the sound of the orchestra with modern elements and ethnic instrumentation, there is a definite intensity in his music. He is perhaps most renowned for his signature sound as the composer / lyricist in the hip-hop collective Nine Leaves.
After releasing two albums under Nine Leaves, his first solo work, entitled "Empty Room," releases May 2010.
Musically, "Empty Room" is a mix of film score, world instrumentation, and hip-hop; while lyrically a blend of storytelling and self-reflection; the album carves for itself a sonically unique identity. Exposing the listener to tragedy and the artist’s own vulnerabilities, this is by far the most emotional album yet from Zack Hemsey.
Lost and Found
Zack Hemsey Lyrics
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Fitting for a generation yearning out for more
A story of the ancients etched in relics from before
Faded echoes that survive this vicious cycle that we mourn
No telling how much pain a people can ignore
How much heartache can communities endure?
How much of the problem is systemic and ensured?
How much profit over people can executives procure?
The walls are closing in, I need an exit to explore
When precious opportunity comes knocking at the door
Will you dive into the waters or keep standing at the shore?
Long lost but I have found
The bright of day, the here and now
The ways of old are out of view
Before I go, I'm waiting for you
This is child's play indeed
Realization of wants, hopes, and dreams
Good intentions tangled with vines, thorns, and weeds
Racing through a thicket that blinds, rakes, bleeds
Anxious in our slumber, we moan, beg, and plead
The cart's before the horse but the eyes don't perceive
Monster in the flesh that the mind won't believe
And few among us left with the courage to come clean
I know the sigh of subsisting without the means
Aim that's off the mark when you drifted by mere degrees
The hunt for explanations and answers we all need
I've come to find the truth is much stranger than what it seems
Long lost but I have found
The bright of day, the here and now
The ways of old are out of view
Before I go, I'm waiting for you
Lost but not forgotten
In our struggle no stopping until it's found
Till dawn has cleared the haze and the bright of the day surrounds
No death before dishonor, no reason for guilt to shroud
No need to check the records, my signature's in the sound
To capture that potential one seizes the pain
Conquers the doubt and remains up though the weight of it hangs down
You're thinking on the stage but you're standing inside the crowd
Leap off the precipice of change for the moment that's right now
Zack Hemsey's song Lost and Found is a powerful commentary on the struggles of society and the individual, calling for action to overcome these challenges. The opening lines reflect on the common saying that bad news comes in waves or that when it rains it pours. This is used as a metaphor for the struggles of the modern world and the need for change. The lyrics then question how much pain and heartache communities and individuals can endure, and how much of these issues is systemic and driven by corporate greed. The tension on the conscience is palpable, and the need for an exit from this vicious cycle is palpable.
The chorus provides a glimmer of hope, the feeling of overcoming these struggles and finding a way forward in the present moment. The second verse continues the theme of struggle, with good intentions often paralyzed by the thorns and weeds of the world. The mind can be blind to the monsters of humanity, and coming clean takes immense courage. The verse also explores the need to understand the truth, even if it is difficult or strange. The song then ends with a call for action, to not give up until we find what we're searching for.
Line by Line Meaning
I used to hear them say of bad news, when it rains then it pours
Bad events always seem to occur consecutively, which is fitting for a generation yearning for more.
A story of the ancients etched in relics from before
Stories from the past are preserved in relics and passed down through generations.
Faded echoes that survive this vicious cycle that we mourn
The negative cycle we are in has echoes from the past that still persist.
No telling how much pain a people can ignore
It's impossible to know how much suffering a group of people can withstand before they break.
How much heartache can communities endure?
How much pain and suffering can a community handle before it crumbles?
How much of the problem is systemic and ensured?
How much of the problem is built into the system and will happen again?
How much profit over people can executives procure?
How much profit can executives make at the expense of the people?
Tension on my conscience, feel it wrenching at the core
I feel guilty and stressed about something that's weighing heavily on my conscience.
The walls are closing in, I need an exit to explore
I feel trapped and need to find a way out.
When precious opportunity comes knocking at the door
When a rare opportunity presents itself, will you take advantage of it?
Will you dive into the waters or keep standing at the shore?
Will you take a risk and seize the opportunity or play it safe and miss out?
Long lost but I have found
I have rediscovered something I thought was lost.
The bright of day, the here and now
I am living in the present and enjoying life.
The ways of old are out of view
The past is no longer relevant and has been forgotten.
Before I go, I'm waiting for you
Before I leave, I am waiting for you to join me.
This is child's play indeed
This is an easy task.
Realization of wants, hopes, and dreams
I have come to realize my desires, aspirations, and goals.
Good intentions tangled with vines, thorns, and weeds
My good intentions have become complicated by problems and obstacles.
Racing through a thicket that blinds, rakes, bleeds
I am moving quickly through a dense area that is harming and injuring me.
Anxious in our slumber, we moan, beg, and plead
We are anxious even when we are sleeping and express our distress through moaning, begging, and pleading.
The cart's before the horse but the eyes don't perceive
The order of things is incorrect, but we don't realize it.
Monster in the flesh that the mind won't believe
We face a real-life monster that our mind cannot comprehend.
And few among us left with the courage to come clean
Only a small number of us have the bravery to admit the truth.
I know the sigh of subsisting without the means
I understand the frustration of surviving without having the resources to thrive.
Aim that's off the mark when you drifted by mere degrees
My aim is slightly off because I've deviated from my original course.
The hunt for explanations and answers we all need
We are all searching for answers and explanations.
I've come to find the truth is much stranger than what it seems
I have discovered that the truth is more bizarre than what I initially thought.
Lost but not forgotten
Although something is lost, it is still remembered.
In our struggle no stopping until it's found
We will continue to fight until we find what we are looking for.
Till dawn has cleared the haze and the bright of the day surrounds
We will search until we have clarity and can see things clearly.
No death before dishonor, no reason for guilt to shroud
We will not compromise our values or be ashamed of our actions.
No need to check the records, my signature's in the sound
There is no need to verify my identity; I am confirmed by my actions and music.
To capture that potential one seizes the pain
To achieve one's potential, they must endure the pain and hardship that comes with it.
Conquers the doubt and remains up though the weight of it hangs down
To be successful, one must overcome their doubt and stay strong even when facing a considerable burden.
You're thinking on the stage but you're standing inside the crowd
Although you are performing in front of everyone, you are still part of the audience and are not above them.
Leap off the precipice of change for the moment that's right now
Take a risk and embrace the opportunity for change that is currently available.
Contributed by Aaron I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@danielamaral9746
I used to hear them say of bad news, when it rains then it pours
Fitting for a generation yearning out for more
A story of the ancients etched in relics from before
Faded echoes that survive this vicious cycle that we mourn
No telling how much pain a people can ignore
How much heartache can communities endure?
How much of the problem is systemic and ensured?
How much profit over people can executives procure?
Tension on my conscience, feel it wrenching at the core
The walls are closing in, I need an exit to explore
When precious opportunity comes knocking at the door
Will you dive into the waters or keep standing at the shore?
Long lost but I have found
The bright of day, the here and now
The ways of old are out of view
Before I go, I’m waiting for you
This is child’s play indeed
Realization of wants, hopes, and dreams
Good intentions tangled with vines, thorns, and weeds
Racing through a thicket that blinds, rakes, bleeds
Anxious in our slumber, we moan, beg, and plead
The cart’s before the horse but the eyes don’t perceive
Monster in the flesh that the mind won’t believe
And few among us left with the courage to come clean
I know the sigh of subsisting without the means
Aim that’s off the mark when you drifted by mere degrees
The hunt for explanations and answers we all need
I’ve come to find the truth is much stranger than what it seems
Long lost but I have found
The bright of day, the here and now
The ways of old are out of view
Before I go, I’m waiting for you
Lost but not forgotten
In our struggle no stopping until it’s found
Till dawn has cleared the haze and the bright of the day surrounds
No death before dishonor, no reason for guilt to shroud
No need to check the records, my signature’s in the sound
To capture that potential one seizes the pain
Conquers the doubt and remains up though the weight of it hangs down
You’re thinking on the stage but you’re standing inside the crowd
Leap off the precipice of change for the moment that’s right now
@Michael0697
Zack Hemsey - Lost & Found (NOMAD)
Lyrics:
I used to hear them say of bad news, when it rains then it pours
Fitting for a generation yearning out for more
A story of the ancients etched in relics from before
Faded echoes that survive this vicious cycle that we mourn
No telling how much pain a people can ignore
How much heartache can communities endure?
How much of the problem is systemic and ensured?
How much profit over people can executives procure?
Tension on my conscience, feel it wrenching at the core
The walls are closing in, I need an exit to explore
When precious opportunity comes knocking at the door
Will you dive into the waters or keep standing at the shore?
(Chorus)
Long lost but I have found
The bright of day, the here and now
The ways of old are out of view
Before I go, I’m waiting for you
This is child’s play indeed
Realization of wants, hopes, and dreams
Good intentions tangled with vines, thorns, and weeds
Racing through a thicket that blinds, rakes, bleeds
Anxious in our slumber, we moan, beg, and plead
The cart’s before the horse but the eyes don’t perceive
Monster in the flesh that the mind won’t believe
And few among us left with the courage to come clean
I know the sigh of subsisting without the means
Aim that’s off the mark when you drifted by mere degrees
The hunt for explanations and answers we all need
I’ve come to find the truth is much stranger than what it seems
(Chorus x2)
Long lost but I have found
The bright of day, the here and now
The ways of old are out of view
Before I go, I’m waiting for you
Lost but not forgotten
In our struggle no stopping until it’s found
Till dawn has cleared the haze and the bright of the day surrounds
No death before dishonor, no reason for guilt to shroud
No need to check the records, my signature’s in the sound
To capture that potential one seizes the pain
Conquers the doubt and remains up though the weight of it hangs down
You’re thinking on the stage but you’re standing inside the crowd
Leap off the precipice of change for the moment that’s right now
@ZackHemsey
Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/Nomad-Spotify
Apple Music: https://tinyurl.com/Nomad-Apple
Bandcamp: https://tinyurl.com/Nomad-Bandcamp
Deezer: https://tinyurl.com/Nomad-Deezer
TIDAL: https://tidal.com/browse/album/251553445
Amazon: https://tinyurl.com/Nomad-Amazon
@IWiLlRoCkUMaN
The female vocals are amazing. ♥
@wearywanderer7018
Literal perfection.
I can almost always imagine a way to improve a song, even if it’s just a single rhyme or slow or line, but this song is absolutely as good as it could be.
Hats off to a master of his art.
@paragon1782
Guys buy the album to support zack. It's only ten bucks. If you wan't more of this in the future tell him with your wallet.
@EforEvery1
10$ is the minimum, you can pay more if you wish :)
@paragon1782
EforEvery1 I know but i'm not THAT nice lol
@JesuisParte
hahaha
@DocAhqua
Holy baby, I didn't realize it was already out! Thanks for the heads up! I'm about to buy it and listen on repeat
@alexquiaimelamusique
from France it's more expansive ;) but i will buy it
@Joe.D.Sheppard
This new album is absolutely incredible, it has quite the effect on me. Zack Hemsey is on another level.