Mother Tongue
Bring Me the Horizon
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I didn't see it coming But I never really had much faith In the universe's magic (Magic), oh, no Till it pulled us to that time and place And I'll never forget When the floodgates opened, we, we cried an ocean It still has me choking; it's hard to explain I know you know me, you don't have to show me I, I feel you're lonely, no need to explain So don't say you love me "Fala amo" Just let your heart speak up, and I'll know No amount of words could ever find a way to make sense of this So I wanna hear your mother tongue So don't say you love me; "Fala amo" Just let your heart speak up, and I'll know No amount of words could ever find a way to make sense of this So I wanna hear your mother tongue And yeah, I could be punching But I always tend to fluctuate And I feel sick that I'm buzzing, oh, love, I'm in trouble I'm sorry, but you got me gushing all over the place I never wanna get wet But I think we're chosen like our fates were woven And all of those bad choices were left turns on the way So don't say you love me "Fala amo" Just let your heart speak up, and I'll know No amount of words could ever find a way to make sense of this So I wanna hear your mother tongue So don't say you love me "Fala amo" Just let your heart speak up, and I'll know No amount of words could ever find a way to make sense of this So I wanna hear your mother tongue I think best way to explain, it's like (Oh-oh, oh-oh) Yeah, kinda like that, but little more (Oh-oh, oh-oh-oh) Yeah, all makes sense right like (Oh-oh, oh-oh) Like (Oh-oh, oh-oh) Like (Oh-oh, oh-oh-oh) So don't say you love me "Fala amo" Just let your heart speak up, and I'll know No amount of words could ever find a way to make sense of this So I wanna hear your mother tongue So don't say you love me "Fala amo" Just let your heart speak up, and I'll know No amount of words could ever find a way to make sense of this So I wanna hear your mother tongue So don't say you love me "Fala amo" Just let your heart speak up, and I'll know No amount of words could ever find a way to make sense of this So I wanna hear your mother tongue
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Written by: Jordan Fish, Lee Malia, Matthew Kean, Matthew Nicholls, Oliver Sykes
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
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10 facts about this song
Writing and Composition"Mother Tongue" is a love song composed by leading vocalist Oliver Sykes about his then-wife, Alissa Salls.
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Release DateThe song was officially released on January 22nd, 2019, via RCA Records, a division of Sony Music Entertainment.
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Album InclusionIt is included as the third single from their sixth studio album, "Amo." This album marked a significant departure from their original metalcore roots to a more pop rock sound.
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Chart PerformanceDespite the mixed reaction from fans due to the change in their musical styles, "Mother Tongue" managed to chart at number 77 in the UK Singles Chart, marking the band's continued commercial success.
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Lyrics and MeaningThe lyrics of "Mother Tongue" speak to the idea that love transcends language barriers. It's a tribute to Sykes' wife who is Brazilian, and they faced language difficulties when they first started dating.
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ProductionThe song was produced by Oliver Sykes and Jordan Fish, who is the band's keyboardist and programme manager.
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Demonstrative of Style ChangeAs a song, "Mother Tongue" is emblematic of Bring Me The Horizon’s shift from a heavy, intense sound to a brighter, poppier direction, blending pop, rock, and electronic elements.
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Live PerformancesDespite its mixed reception, "Mother Tongue" became a staple addition to the band's live performances, proving popular with live audiences.
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Music VideoAlthough the song doesn't have an official music video, a lyric video was released along with the single that has amassed millions of views on YouTube.
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Fan ReactionThe song has divided the band's fanbase, with some appreciating the new direction and others yearning for their older, heavier sound. Yet, it has undeniably broadened their reach, bringing a wider audience to their music.
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