Inspired by a passage from Nietzsche—“I am the continuous, necessary overcoming of myself”—this track captures the spirit of pushing beyond boundaries. In the face of adversity, like flowers growing through concrete, it reflects the resilience and drive to evolve.

Lyrics like “No led wall and no traffic light will ever lead us to the end of the night” echo the defiance of imposed limits, while the recurring imagery of flowers amidst steel symbolizes the persistent, delicate beauty of self-overcoming.

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self surpassing

Self Surpassing

"The Great Longing," was inspired by a musical idea by the wonderful Yotsugi and dives deep into themes of loss, yearning, and transcendence, as seen in the poignant passage you quoted:

"My soul, I have given you everything, even my last possessions, and all my hands have emptied themselves for you. To command you to sing, that was my last thing! Commanding you to sing—and now, speak, say: who of us now has to be grateful? Or, even better: sing for me, sing, my soul! And let me give thanks!"

This song resonates with the struggle of holding on while feeling the pull of the unknown. It is a plea for the soul to keep singing, even when everything else seems to be slipping away.

Lyrically, "The Great Longing" captures the existential struggle of losing touch with oneself, searching for direction, and the hope of reconnecting through the soul’s persistent song. Like the themes in Nietzsche’s work, it explores the tension between despair and the will to continue—a longing for a deeper connection, both with oneself and with life.

Also check out the dark and emotional video on youtube:

https://youtu.be/RETxoGdijIc

the great longing

The Great Longing

The new single "The Child with the Mirror" from our album Discipline of Freedom is inspired by a passage from Nietzsche's Thus Spoke Zarathustra: “Folly is my joy, and foolish things it will speak: it is still too young—have patience with it!”

In this song, we explore the themes of innocence, wonder, and rediscovery of the self. The child with the mirror gazes back at a pure, unburdened reflection of the past, as we reflect on how far we've come, and yet how much of that childhood essence remains. The mirror becomes a symbol for introspection—are we still in touch with that part of ourselves that once saw the world through innocent eyes? Have we lost or simply forgotten it?

The chorus echoes this longing for reconnection: "Oh, where have you been, my soul,
the child I still can remember?
Where have you been, my soul?
Where have you been, my wonder?"

The track captures the fragility of memory and the beauty of the simple joy we once knew, as if calling out to our former selves, still full of curiosity, still holding that sense of wonder.

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the child with the mirror

The Child With The Mirror

"Redemption" explores the struggle between surrender and the pursuit of something greater, weaving a narrative of resilience and transformation. It mirrors Nietzsche's idea that our will must be strong enough to reshape our understanding of the past, affirming it as necessary and willed.


The song resonates with the following passage:


"Every ‘thus it was’ is a fragment, an enigma, a dreadful chance—until the creative will says: ‘But thus I willed it! Thus I will it! Thus I shall will it!’"


Through a blend of introspective lyrics and powerful melodies, we sought to capture the essence of this philosophical insight, turning existential dread into an act of creative empowerment.


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🎵 Davide Perico 🎵
Hello! I'm Davide Perico, a passionate composer and producer from Bergamo, now based near Milan, Italy. With  many years of creating vibrant electronic and orchestral compositions, my heart beats to the rhythm of music. My works resonate across films, video games, and a variety of media, bringing dynamic soundscapes to life.
But i also dive deep into the world of lofi and chill beats, with my tracks making waves on top editorial playlists on Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon Music.
You might have heard my sounds in games like Zerospace, Darkrise, and The Repair House, or felt the emotions of my compositions in films such as Darkness Within and The Cobbler’s Wife.

I'm a classically trained musician, playing piano, keyboards, bass guitar, and guitar. Armed with a Master’s in Sound Engineering from AES, I blend traditional music craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology.
Beyond composing, I specialize in game and movie sound design

 www.davideperico.com
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