Mother Tongue

Bring Me the Horizon

About Mother Tongue

"Mother Tongue" is a song by British rock band Bring Me the Horizon. Produced by the band's vocalist Oliver Sykes and keyboardist Jordan Fish, it is featured on the group's 2019 sixth studio album Amo. The track was released as the fourth single from the album on 22 January 2019 and has spent twelve non-consecutive weeks on the UK Rock & Metal Singles Chart as of July 2019.


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2019
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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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Bring Me the Horizon

Bring Me the Horizon are a British metal band from Sheffield, Yorkshire. Formed in 2004, the group consists of lead vocalist Oliver Sykes, lead guitarist Lee Malia, rhythm guitarist Jona Weinhofen, bassist Matt Kean and drummer Matt Nicholls. They are currently signed to RCA Records globally and Epitaph Records exclusively in the US. Their music has been said to be influenced diversely by grindcore, death metal and emo. While their earlier work is noted for its strong influence from American metalcore bands, they started to adopt a more eclectic style of metalcore in future releases. They have released three studio albums and one extended play. The band's name is derived from the final line of the film Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl, i… more »

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Written by: Jordan Fish, Lee Malia, Matthew Kean, Matthew Nicholls, Oliver Sykes

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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.
Release Date
The song was officially released on January 22nd, 2019, via RCA Records, a division of Sony Music Entertainment.
Album Inclusion
It 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.
Chart Performance
Despite 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.
Lyrics and Meaning
The 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.
Production
The song was produced by Oliver Sykes and Jordan Fish, who is the band's keyboardist and programme manager.
Demonstrative of Style Change
As 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.
Live Performances
Despite its mixed reception, "Mother Tongue" became a staple addition to the band's live performances, proving popular with live audiences.
Music Video
Although 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.
Fan Reaction
The 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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