Waited
Lyrics by Shaun Zizi
Music by Bryan Underwood
Released: July 30, 2025
Album: Elemental
Label: Moosic Entertainment
ISRC: QZWFJ2515609
Key: F Minor
BPM: 80
Lyrics by Shaun Zizi
Music by Bryan Underwood
Released: July 30, 2025
Album: Elemental
Label: Moosic Entertainment
ISRC: QZWFJ2515609
Key: F Minor
BPM: 80
"Waited" represents the element of Spirit within the Elemental EP, exploring the unseen forces that drive hope, longing, and human connection. Blending atmospheric textures with explosive post-hardcore energy, the song captures the tension between desire and uncertainty, following the emotional journey of someone searching for reassurance while holding onto faith that something greater lies ahead.
Built around themes of patience, vulnerability, and emotional yearning, "Waited" reflects the experience of reaching for connection when answers remain out of reach. The song's verses carry a sense of quiet reflection, while its soaring choruses embody the persistence of the human spirit even in the face of disappointment.
As the Spirit entry in Elemental, "Waited" examines the invisible forces that keep people moving forward through heartache, doubt, and longing. It is a song about believing in something beyond the present moment and continuing to hope, even when tomorrow never seems to arrive.
Did you know
That my soul it burns for you?
Did you know
That at night I've been waiting for you?
If your words rang as true
Than my heart wouldn't be an issue
One more time it goes
We shall write the poem
Show me more than words
Take me by the hand now
Guess I'll wait
Wait 'til tomorrow
But tomorrow never came
Guess I'll wait
Wait 'til tomorrow
But tomorrow never came
If the words of poets were true
I wouldn't be missing you
If the words of poets were true
My heart wouldn't be an issue
One more time it goes
We shall write the poem
Show me more than words
Take me by the hand now
Guess I'll wait
Wait 'til tomorrow
But tomorrow never came
Guess I'll wait
Wait 'til tomorrow
But tomorrow never came
Here with me, stay with me
Here with me, stay with me
Here with me, take my hand
Lead me where you wanna go
Guess I'll wait
Wait 'til tomorrow
But tomorrow never came
Guess I'll wait
Wait 'til tomorrow
But tomorrow never came
Here with me
Here with me
Writing & Performance
| Role | Credit |
|---|---|
| Lyrics | Shaun Zizi |
| Music | Bryan Underwood |
| Music | Fred Mohns |
| Vocals | Shaun Zizi |
| Guitars | Bryan Underwood |
| Bass | Tyler Wolter |
| Keyboard | Fred Mohns |
| Drums | Chris Boutwell |
Production
| Role | Credit |
|---|---|
| Producer | Bryan Underwood |
| Recording Engineer | Bryan Underwood |
| Vocal Recording Engineer | Shaun Zizi |
| Digital Programming | Bryan Underwood |
| Vocal Tuning | Shaun Zizi |
| Mixing Engineer | Bryan Underwood |
| Mastering Engineer | Bryan Underwood |
This mix was built around a core set of processors and signal chains that define the overall sound of the record. Additional fine-tuning plugins and corrective processing were used throughout the session where needed.
Recording Chain
Processing Chain
Guitar Used
Lead Guitar Processing Chain
Clean Rhythm Guitars Processing Chain
Distorted Rhythm Guitars Processing Chain
Bass Used
Processing Chain
Drums were recorded using an Alesis electronic kit triggering Superior Drummer 3.
Close Mics
Overheads
Room Mics
Drum Bus
Parallel Drum Compression
“Dynamic songwriting, emotional depth, and a sonic palette that blurs the line between post-hardcore intensity and ethereal ambience.”
“They know how to build tension and release it at just the right moment.”
Music Crowns
“Opens a new chapter for King of Cups.”
The Mic Magazine
“An emotionally charged track that channels both high-octane energy and ethereal introspection.”
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