that solo is well crafted. fits the song just perfectly

I've been a liar, been a thief, been a fool for you I've been a martyr, been a saint, been a coward Now there's nothing left to prove But I'm at war with all the things that I'm supposed to be And when I speak it seems everyone's expecting me To say what they can't say It comes in waves, that break upon the sand It comes in waves, to drown this broken man, oh I've been a liar, been a thief, been a fool for you I've been through hell, been a traitor to myself Now I've got nothing left to lose But how can I go on in this electric life? And if they come for me tonight, they won't take me alive It comes in waves, that break upon the sand It comes in waves, to drown this broken man And it's so confusing, The way you're using me (I feel like you're using me) To speak the words that you lack the strength to say I'm giving up on the fairy tale These dreams bring me nothing but pain Believe that I meant every single word I said When I said that when it comes, it comes in waves I've been a liar, been a thief, been a fool for you I've been a giver, but I've given all I can to you thanks to me ;)

I wish more bands did this. I love the vocals, and I can always sound them out in my head. It's nice to be able to hear the story "clearly" without vocals. And at the same time match them up.

this was the first song that came to mind after news of Ryan's passing. He certainly poured his heart into every piece of music but this song and the solo is absolutely beautiful. Thank you Ryan (and Polaris) for these beautiful songs and for leaving an incredible legacy.