"Mourning" is a song written and recorded by the American

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, Tantric. It was released as the third single from the band's self-titled debut album in October 2001 via

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Background composition

"Mourning" was written by lead singer

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, drummer Matt Taul, bassist Jesse Vest, and lead guitarist Todd Whitener. Like much of the band's debut album Tantric, "Mourning" is heavily influenced with elements of the typical early 2000s

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and

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sounds while incorporating the band's signature acoustic-driven sound layered with heavy electric

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and Ferreira's raspy

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. 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

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vocal delivery became one of the band's most recognized tracks and the band's overall identity.

Charts

The song received significant airplay on American rock radio stations in late 2001, peaking at number 18 on ''

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chart and number 22 on the

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chart.

Music video

The official

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, directed by

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and produced by Chris Kraft of DNA Inc, was released in December 2001.

Appearances

"Mourning" was used in the soundtrack to the 2002 film '' The Salton Sea''.

References

{{authority control Tantric (band) songs 2001 singles 2001 songs Maverick Records singles Songs written by Hugo Ferreira Songs written by Jesse Vest Songs written by Todd Whitener Songs written by Matt Taul American alternative rock songs American soft rock songs Rock ballads