Mourning (Tantric song)
2001 single by Tantric
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"Mourning" is a song written and recorded by the American rock band Tantric. It was released as the third single from the band's self-titled debut album in October 2001 via Maverick Records.[4][5][6]
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| Single by Tantric | ||||
| from the album Tantric | ||||
| Released | 2001 | |||
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| Length | 4:21 | |||
| Label | Maverick[1] | |||
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| Producer | Toby Wright[3] | |||
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| Music video | ||||
| "Mourning" on YouTube | ||||
Background composition
"Mourning" was written by lead singer Hugo Ferreira, drummer Matt Taul, bassist Jesse Vest, and lead guitarist Todd Whitener.[7][8] Like much of the band's debut album Tantric, "Mourning" is heavily influenced with elements of the typical early 2000s post-grunge and alternative rock sounds while incorporating the band's signature acoustic-driven sound layered with heavy electric guitar riffs and Ferreira's raspy vocal harmonies.[9]
Lyrically, "Mourning" explores themes of loss, regret, and emotional closure, reflecting on the aftermath of a broken relationship. The song's melancholic yet anthemic tone, combined with Ferreira's distinctive deep and baritone vocal delivery became one of the band's most recognized tracks and the band's overall identity.[10][11]
Charts
The song received significant airplay on American rock radio stations in late 2001, peaking at number 18 on Billboard's Mainstream Rock Tracks chart and number 22 on the Modern Rock Tracks chart.[12][13]
| Chart (2001–2002) | Peak position |
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| US Mainstream Rock Tracks (Billboard)[12] | 18 |
| US Modern Rock Tracks (Billboard)[13] | 22 |
Music video
The official music video, directed by Liz Friedlander and produced by Chris Kraft of DNA Inc, was released in December 2001.[14]
Appearances
"Mourning" was used in the soundtrack to the 2002 film The Salton Sea.[15][16]