Marianas Trench - Lightning and Thunder (Official Music Video)

Official music video for 'Lightning and Thunder' by Marianas Trench.
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"This entire album is based on “The Hero’s Journey,” by Joseph Campbell. He studied fables and myths until he broke down a singular plot pattern most stories follow. Each song on the album represents one of those plot points. Every story begins with a call to adventure. Lightning and Thunder is about finding out we were going to have our first child. Probably the biggest call to adventure I’m ever going to experience." – Josh Ramsay

Director: Ben Knechtel
Producer: Miles Forster
Lyrics: Josh Ramsay

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LYRICS:

It was so faint that I
Thought that it didn't work
I said it's okay but I
Missed that you saw it first
And it felt like it took forever
Now this moment’s all we’ve got
So can we just stay awhile
A second’s faster than we thought

Twist of fate
In the dark
Face to face
With who we are
Put away
What we lost
Compensate
With what we got

All it takes
Just get through one last show
Before our hearts both break
And we can both let go
And jump

Now we’re falling
We’ll never ever be the same
Fate is calling
It's turning burning in my veins
It's stronger and harder
Than lightning and thunder

And this is only just beginning

I'm afraid of what if it isn't what it takes
But what we’re made of
You cut it but it never breaks
It's stronger and harder
Than lightning and thunder
And this is only just beginning

I guess I felt estranged
Couple of years go by and now so much has changed
But sometimes I feel my mother and father in the room
It’s like their hands are on my shoulders
So I think they feel us too

Twist of fate
In the dark
Face to face
With who we are
Put away
What we lost
Compensate
With what we got

All it takes
Just get through one last show
Before our hearts both break
And we can both let go
And jump

Now we’re falling
We’ll never ever be the same
Fate is calling
It's turning burning in my veins
It's stronger and harder
Than lightning and thunder
And this is only just beginning

I'm afraid of what if it isn't what it takes
But what we’re made of
You cut it but it never breaks
It's stronger and harder
Than lightning and thunder
And this is only just beginning
This is only just beginning
This is only just beginning

Lightning and thunder
Yeah

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[reaganfry]

This band may never understand what they mean to me, but to each of you who understand what it feels like to have music understand you in a way no one ever has… never give up, there are better days along the horizon. You are loved.

[iluvJoshMTever]

This is like a love letter to all the fans that have been around for a long time, I remember when a lot of the flashbacks were happening in my life, all the feelings came up. And for the new fans, buckle up, and enjoy the ride. I love you guys ❤

[Jilly_Neutron]

How dare you hit me with such nostalgia at this hour

[meredithjoy]

Been a fan for 15 years, and the nostalgia from the clips was unreal. I'm still blown away with every new single 🩷

[KalynnWise]

New album, new era, new hairstyle. I love that every album is a different era and none of them sound alike at all.

[HWTMPH]

I've been listening to MT since I was 13... I'm now 31. I think I'll always come back to their songs.

[e.c.sherman]

MT helped me get through one of the most difficult times of my life. To every one of you, both the band members and the fans, y'all are incredible, and y'all are loved!

[hardyzangel]

Did anyone else just feel nostalgic/sentimental/healed all at once?

[patricestewart]

I just discovered MT & am totally enthralled 😃 Josh Ramsay: what a personality, voice, & range!! I'm 67 & MT's sound brings back my 80's dancing days: George Michael, Prince newly burst upon the scene, Madonna, The Alarm, The Fixx (yes, an acquired taste!), Dire Straits, Simple Minds, etc. Such great music & energy! Josh is very special: versatile, everchanging, funny, dramatic, & outsize talented. I knew from an early age that I didn't want kids (in this lifetime!) but have wondered what my baby might look like, his or her future, talents, & challenges. I saw this video then read Josh's quote about learning they were going to have their first child, & got absolute chills ~ his joy & excitement come over SO clearly in this song!! Most of all, he just seems so damn nice & HAPPY, infectious with it, exuberant & opening his arms wide to the WORLD & Universe!! 💖💢💢💥 This song actually makes me wonder if I should have had children, which I've always been adamant about, but oh, all his emotions, positive vibes, & sense of wonder!! Josh, I wish you & your lady all the best always. Whatever happens in your child's life, he or she will be very special too, & -- I believe -- destined for great things. HAPPINESS & JOY to you all!!! With MUCH love & connection from this new fan 💟🥰🤩🧚‍♂🦋🌏🌚🌚🌚💛💚💖💖

[jessdashae]

I don't think these guys will ever understand how much joy this brought to my heart.
I have survived through addiction, life altering events and mental illness. The last time I felt normal was the days when I was obsessed with this band. I was the ultimate 13 year old fan girl and it is still some of the best memories I have. Being able to go back to those moments today was more than I could ever ask for from an artist.


Genuinely thank you ❤

[alymonet]

wow. the flashbacks. i would sit in my room for hours watching every single music video and the behind the scenes of it all. what an era. ❤️ can’t wait to step into the next one.

[ash.overthinking]

It's unbelievable how much this MV made an already meaningful song exponentially more. So heartened to be in this new era (and to go to my first show this year!) 💙💙

[jenniferthompson]

Am I the only one screaming “Don’t let this be the last album!” 😭 my son and I have been fans from day one. We need MT more the. Ever

[moistpits]

Having known this band for years...this song brought me to tears.

[WhamBamTySam]

Oh man, the memories. MT's songs are interwoven all throughout my memories of the different eras of my life. Thank you for your art, we've enjoyed it all.

[karengieseking]

So I think when I retire, I want to travel around going to Marianas Trench concerts. #retirement goals

[carriepadgett]

I just stumbled onto this while going down the youtube rabbit hole...I LOVE IT!

[AmyKatherine]

I cant believe I've been a fan for 18 years. It feels like just yesterday I heard them on the radio for the very first time. They've been with me through so much. Losing friends, losing my godfather, my friend battling and sieving her breast cancer, graduations, therapy, gaining new lifelong friends, my brother's surgery, my niece being born. My marriage. They've been my Everlasting Companion through my whole life.
I can't wait for more to come ❤

[mellie]

Never a bad song by you guys 🥹❤️👏🏻 proud to be Canadian! Thanks for the hit of nostalgia, but in the best ways !
We love you guys!!!

[Alexscofi]

This is one of those bands that is like a masterclass in how to age gloriously... Still look good, their message has matured and almost been fine tuned and their music is still phenomenal.