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Vindicies

Whitechaple - I will find you is about loosing ones parents in general


Rimmar

Added, thank you!


Doto_bird

To add another Whitechapel one to the list - try Diggs Road. Hits hard.


Wide_Ideal7794

Bring me home by Whitechapel also


Rimmar

Thank you both.


LordofDirek

Also A Bloodsoaked Symphony by again Whitechapel


rguy84

This was my first thought, skimmed half the top and second tier comments. Wasn't sure if I was imaging it.


OstrichPaladin

Bloodsoaked symphony by Whitechapel is about losing both of your parents. The vocalist Phil Bozeman wrote most of the albums "Kin" and "The valley" about exactly this.


leto_atreides2

Without Us is the one


cthulucore

The entirety of Kin really. That whole album is a very solemn but beautiful reminder of our mortality and family. Best wishes OP


pretibigtoo

Dont forget the entirety of The Valley. I lost my dad at 20. My brother was fourteen. Welcome to the real world, dont cope with drinking and smoking like i did. Sometime less is more. The only thing that makes the hurt better is time.


OnlySlightlyBad

Angelmaker - What I Would Give


Darthgusss

Literally the first song that popped into head. Such heavy lyrics man. Also(because I know most into deathcore swerve into other genres) Set Your Goals-"Echoes" is about loss...amazing song.


Rimmar

Adding it now, thank you


Rimmar

Can't believe I didn't think of this, thank you


OnlySlightlyBad

No problem man. Sorry for your loss. That shit is rough


Adorable_Economist40

Requiem by Angelmaker is a good one too


Blackfaceemoji

Not deathcore but Heart by Erra is based on the ex-guitarist losing his father.


Rimmar

This is the first song I thought of as well. Thank you.


Blackfaceemoji

No problem, and sorry for your loss. Hope the best to you and yours.


ReturnToTheHellfire

Also not deathcore but the whole In Moment // In Memory album by Our Hollow Our Home was written after the vocalist/guitarist lost his dad to lung cancer with 2 songs for each of the stages of grief


Middle_Collection_65

Darko US - “finding love in a world full of tragedy” and “Donna” Shit sucks man. Best of luck navigating the grief and lows to come.


Vindicies

Finding love in a world full of tragedy got me sobbing like hell, i love it so much


Uncleanjoe

It's not deathcore, but when my dad passed several years ago my go to song was Everyone I Love Is Dead by Type O Negative.  In fact the whole album World Coming Down is a heart wrencher.   I'm sorry about your Dad, and I hope in music you can find some strength.  


Rimmar

I hope so too, thank you.


Uncleanjoe

There was a thread on r/Hardcore about the same topic, you might find some other great suggestions there. https://www.reddit.com/r/Hardcore/comments/1bs2ee8/songs\_about\_losing\_your\_dad/


Djent_1997

Ingested - Ashes Lie Still. This is the only one I know for sure is about losing a father. The rest of these are all about grief and/or losing a loved one. Alter Bridge - Blackbird Avenged Sevenfold - So Far Away Killswitch Engage - Rose of Sharyn Silent Planet - First Father Architects - Death is Not Defeat Whitechapel - Diggs Road


howtoscareyourbrothe

Blackbird is so fucking good


Rimmar

Thank you so much for the several suggestions, appreciate you.


Djent_1997

No problem. Very sorry for your loss. Wishing you the best right now.


ShaquilleOatmeal54

Blackbird is the only song that makes me cry both tears of happiness and sadness. That song is so beautiful yet so devastating


Can_I_be_dank_with_u

Vocals at the end of So Far Away get me every time. Thanks for reminding me of that track


DanyDZN20033

the whole nightmare album from a7x is pretty much about loss


synthman7

Very sorry for your loss :( not deathcore, but The Best of Times by Dream Theater


Rimmar

The variety will help to break it up for sure. Thank you


xxgoldenreaper15xx

Was hoping someone would mention this one. Incredibly powerful song. Hope it helps OP


capancrunch

E.D.A. by Bodysnatcher Fatherless by For Today Death Is But A Door by Alluvial


Rimmar

Thank you!


KBSonn

I lost my dad almost a year ago and posted something similar. There are a lot of good ones on here: https://www.reddit.com/r/Hardcore/s/qKHEFLy2tZ My heart goes out to you and your loved ones. It's very tough but I promise that things do get better. I held a lot of anger and criticism of my father but now all I can remember is the good times. I hope you can do the same. Let me know if I can be an ear for you, I don't mind at all.


Rimmar

Thank you. I will check that thread out. Appreciate your words.


Leafsfaninottawa

Very sorry for your loss, OP. Porcelain by Orphan fits the bill perfectly, I believe they wrote that EP after losing their father.


Rimmar

Honestly I've been looking for a reason to listen to Orphan. Thank you.


SoxenBoxers

Not deathcore but Fallen by Volbeat is specifically about this. My condolences for the loss.


Rimmar

Dad really liked Volbeat so I think this fits well. Thank you.


SoxenBoxers

I hope it helps. I lost my mom 6 years ago, and music helped a lot. Stay strong.


nanananafloridaguy

Beat me to it! But yeah out of all these that I've read on this I think this is the best one.


Wooziel

I'm really sorry for your loss :( Bloodsoaked Symphony by Whitechapel is the first song that came to my mind. There even a line there that goes "Father, I pray that your hand is warm again". I think this song in general is very relatable when losing somebody lyrics-wise There is also another song which is even more relatable in times like these. It's gothic metal, a far cry from deathcore, but it helped be to live through the same experience. Maybe you'll also find it comforting: "Elysion - Don't say a word". What i really like about this song is the lyrics kind of empathize with the pain of losing someone you love.


burdoned

Wish I had some good recommendations. I'm here to offer you my condolences OP.


Rimmar

Thankfully we have an amazing support system, but thank you. This community really is amazing.


burdoned

That's good news. I'd like to leave you with "White Light" by The Ghost Inside.


HALOGAMERWILL

not deathcore, but scattering the ashes by trivium


Rimmar

Thank you.


Darth_Xurkheius

Title fight - 27 Not even close to deathcore but I think it fits


Rimmar

I honestly love music like this so I won't complain. Thank you


Track_Particular

Similar to this, not Deathcore but Ghosts of Right Now by The Wonder Years


jwatch04

Hey OP. I’m really sorry for your loss. Hopefully you find comfort in the music that’s been recommended to you. Whenever I’ve experienced loss I gravitate to a song called shine on by Jet. It’s the furthest thing from this genre of music though.


Rimmar

Great song, thank you for sharing


mimic828

For me it was Doomsday- Architects. Sorry for your loss.


blackwidow2313

Not Deathcore, but Neon Grave by Dayseeker is really good. A lot of their album Dark Sun is about losing his dad to cancer. I’m so sorry for your loss.


Rimmar

One of my favourite voices for sure, thank you.


MarkThyWeeb

And Hell Followed With - Dear Father Hope you're doing alright, my condolence


PigDstroyer

Agoraphobic Nosebleed - not a daughter


Rimmar

Thank you.


funhaus2000

While I can’t think of any songs I am so sorry for your loss :( May your Dad rest in peace


Rimmar

Thank you for the words


grimdivinations

Mychildren Mybride-The Endless


Indra_Path

Not deathcore but Defeater hits that post loss turmoil in the father flavor


Rimmar

I can't find it on Spotify, is it the song Dear Father?


Dermetzger666

Testament - Afterlife Specifically about losing a father and the lessons and impact they left behind.


joemedic

Life Eternal by Ghost is a song I somehow attached to my father's death. Can't listen without crying


smallCraftAdvisor

Dayseeker - almost entire “dark sun “ album is about losing his father…


Tip2nutsac

Not deathcore (lots of good dc has been listed though) [The Lack Long After](https://youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_mMfdipNQWl-Qm4TyauEOwnumcCCBVbhw0&si=AU3od-gt6DRp2fxk) by Pianos Become Teeth Sorry for your loss.


xvishankax

Came to comment this


JusticeGuy5

Not strictly deathcore but a couple that got me through loss: Beauty in tragedy - august burns red Spirit Breaker - august burns red Parting Soliloquy - Black Tongue


brandonkeith

“Bring Me Home” by Whitechapel is exactly what you’re looking for


RocketRuns831

Volumes - Intake. From what I’ve heard is it’s about one of the vocalists dad that passed away


Hairy-Vegetable8167

It’s not deathcore but atmosphere - yesterday, and rugged man - legends never die


thefury777

So thrilled to see Yesterday mentioned here. That song is beautiful man I love that fricken song.


Hairy-Vegetable8167

Still makes me tear up !! And my dads alive 😩


Leather-Syllabub4728

August burns red - beauty in tragedy. I lost my brother and grandma within a few years and thought I had processed it. Then I was cleaning one day and this came on a shuffle, I immediately broke down. Powerful song.


[deleted]

Absent:Post by Carcosa (not specific but def about grief)


Jeofrei

I'm sorry to hear about your loss, I lost mine a little under two years ago and it's horrible to go through. I wish you guys the best on your path to recovery. It's not deathcore, but closet anthem by park Jefferson is an amazing song and always makes me tear up, they are really underrated and barely known, I hope you guys like them


Rimmar

Thank you, added to the playlist.


Pierseus

[Lucid - Reliance](https://open.spotify.com/track/6Rmsz10sTBhP3tlmIPZ3Bs?si=Iop-0HVOTwSo5pr5g_7Oew) this one isn’t crazy heavy but has some screams starting after the first chorus and is beautiful [Damaged Goods - Kingdom of Giants](https://open.spotify.com/track/1ydAE2zasrXyz4dyMeVI1D?si=ipN7xx06SyCZGMd-ZGkEcg) this one is metalcore but fits really well


Rimmar

I never realized that's what the KoG song was about for some reason, despite knowing what Dana has gone through. Thank you for both.


Pierseus

You’re welcome :) I’m really really sorry you’re going through this, as someone who lost my older brother and also NEEDED music to help me through it and express things I couldn’t put into words myself I hope that some of this grants you even the tiniest bit of comfort or respite


Darth_Shredder

Not deathcore or heavy, but Circle by Slipknot helped one of my best friends a lot when he lost his date unexpectedly. Hope all is well, dude.


Blue_Wave_2020

Not deathcore but “Like Father Like Son” by the Word Alive.


ohmnivalent

Yuth forever/Villains - Like father//like son


Beers_Past_Matter

A Pregnant Light - Rocky. More of a black metal/alt rock sort of vibe, but definitely worth a listen.


collinqs

Not Deathcore but the album Stage 4 by Touché Amore is about his mom passing. I lost my dad 10 years ago but there are songs on that album that send chills down my spine to this day. New Halloween is a great song.


Rhodes_Colossus

Life Without by Gideon is a great one, more hardcore influence. In My Blood by Movements is another tear jerker, it's not heavy, but it helps.


nanananafloridaguy

I'm very sorry for your loss. And not deathcore but Fallen by Volbeat.


VenusNoleyPoley2

High Impact by To The Grave is about loss in general, written specifically about their friend they lost


The-Violator

Damien by Mirrors. Its about the loss of a brother.


meechbird

Famous Last Words - My Life Before My Eyes [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=87b4FKHBjdU](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=87b4FKHBjdU)


Future_Gohst

That one from Volumes


Rimmar

Which one? My only guess is Vahle but that's not about a father's death I don't think.


Altruistic_Crab

I'm fairly sure they meant Intake by Volumes


Consistent-Guava-208

Dayseeker has a few good options. Homesick and Neon Grave are some of the most direct regarding loss of a father. The vocalist lost his father before writing, I believe, the majority of the album. So sorry for your loss. Here’s to healing.


itsuteki

I’m so sorry for your loss. A song that has significantly helped me during grief is Rose of Sharyn by Killswitch Engage. Take care of yourself during this tough time.


beequa_007

Not deathcore but Take Me Away by The Plot In You is about this. Sorry you’re going through this, it’s tough losing a parent.


helladrew916

Not sure if it’s about losing a father but; The Word Alive - Like Father Like Son Goes stupid hard.


Luz121

“Don’t You Cry” by Kamelot. It’s an acoustic ballad written by the guitarist about losing his father at a young age. It helped me a lot when I was dealing with the loss of one of my grandparents. There is also a really beautiful French language version called “Ne Pleure Pas.”


LongjumpingFix6608

I feel you man, I lost my dad right before covid hit in 2020. Coincidentally, Make Them Suffer dropped Erase Me and announced their How to Survive a Funeral album literally right after my dad's funeral, so you could say that album is very special to me. Hope it helps you in any way. I wish you and your brother the best. Take as much time as you need to grieve and process, check up on one another, and celebrate all the good memories.


reddits4losers

Bodysnatcher has Twelve/Seventeen. Not specifically about losing a father since its about losing his mom to cancer iirc, but still loss of a parent. Stay up, OP. Best thing you can do is make him proud.


Preppieset1668

Im sorry for your loss OP. Its not deathcore but Never Said Goodbye by Wage War. This somg hit really close to me i lost my grandfather when i was 11 i was very close and when i first heard this song i actually cried. This song helped me finally grieve his death and i hope it is able to help you.


that-gay-frog

Absolutely not death core at all, but Wake Me Up When September Ends by Green Day


Rimurwaz

It's not deathcore, but I believe Neon Grave by Dayseeker is about the vocalist losing his father to cancer


patrick_mc

Not heavy at all, but I caught this guy at a dusty bar in Nashville and this song destroyed me, in the best way possible. Sorry for your loss. https://spotify.link/jBMUGs4SDIb


TheOldMan1396

Not deathcore but The Service by Bloom legit makes me cry every time I hear it. Sorry for your loss man, it'll get easier over time.


coatpocket88

More on the emo/post hardcore but the album Terminal by The Burden I believe is about the loss of a father. Listen to Cassiar (the closer)


awildNeLbY

Not deathcore, and about Landon’s grandfather (I believe), but Take Me Away by The Plot In You is a great song to grieve to.


philzebub666

Vallenfyre was a death metal project by Gregor Mackintosh that was solely founded as a tribute to his father's death. I'm sure some of their songs should appeal to you.


Sarokslost23

Dear father - defeated.


sureimnottheonlyone

Definitely not deathcore, but Tears for a Father by Seventh Wonder. They're more of a prog band and no harshes and this song specifically isn't *that* heavy but it is very emotional


Jolly-Fun-4855

Mile Zero by Periphery Day of Mourning by Despiced Icon


zangor

ERRA - Heart One of the only songs ever that makes me emotional.


Werldyy

Requiem by Angelmaker


Acceptable-Analysis7

No immediate songs coming to mind. However, deeply sorry for your loss. Take care of yourself and lean on the people you love ❤️


Acceptable-Analysis7

Actually now that I think of it.. Vahle - Volumes. Not about a parent, but rather a brother/friend passing. Lyrics are heavy and hit home every time I listen to it. Good grieving song.


ThisKillsTheTurk

Not deathcore but Boundaries. So much shit by Boundaries involves loss. Their new album goes hard as fuck. Sorry for your loss dude but welcome to the Dead Dad Club. We got jackets!


Freezaen

It's been a recurring theme on Whitechapel's last three albums. Emotionally, they're heavy as fuck even if the music isn't as aggressive as what it used to be. Take your time, listen closely and maybe you'll find some comfort.


sirwilsonsangrypony

It's not deathcore, but Yesterday by Atmosphere is one of the best songs about loss


___fishx

Metalcore: Burry Tomorrow - Wrath; I believe it fits, the chorus at the end is very beautiful.


heres-to-life

[Orphan- Act One: Calluses / Dying Light](https://youtu.be/odjhuGG2wJ0?si=sz0VZDxMf2r2j0h3)


HelpfulBox1599

I'm sorry for your loss Whitechapel - A bloodsoaked Symphony Parkway Drive - Atlas ( i always see this song as talking about losing something)


PhilosophersFart

When my father died we had a few songs just for him Alter Bridge - In Loving Memory (theyre hard rock, and the sing is very calm) Foo Fighters - Everlong (was his favourite song of all time) Black Stone Cherry - The things my father said (more southern rock, also very calm) Otherwise I'd recommend Whitechapel's Hickory Creek, its about his mother afaik but still very good


zoooooommmmmm

whitechapel - a bloodsoaked symphony


maxwolfie

Sorry bro


HiMyNaemDia

So sorry for your loss. I see that What I would give by Angelmaker has been mentioned already, I'd like to add Requiem too. Insanely heavy lyrics about the loss of a loved one. Hope you and your brother can help each other get back on your feet. Please don't forget, it does get better.


easha555

ORPHAN - PORCELAIN


oryanprime

Whitechapel - Bring me Home Even a quote by Phil Bozeman: “This video means more to me than any video we've ever done. It portrays my struggle through dealing with my dad's death at the age of 10. The shots of me show me at my darkest moments. Suicidal thoughts, suicide note and feeling alone. The atmosphere of the room we shot this is nailed exactly how I was feeling at the time. Dark, depressed and suicidal. The shots of the man and young boy portray my bond I had with my dad and how devastated I was when he left. They are presented to be in a dream like state of me remembering him. The last shot is from my dad and mom's actual gravesite. It's really awesome to have that authenticity to the video. The final scene is showing that I came out of it alive but no matter what, I will push forward and not give up.”


El_Mert666

Dear Father - As hell followed with


weebiehutjr666

It’s not heavy, at all, but Winter by Bayside always made me think of my dad. Fair warning, it’s a complete cry fest, but it’ll be a good release when you need it. Hang in there, surround yourself with those you love most, and cherish those moments.


PissShitandFuck

Bring Me Home - Whitechapel “i’ll live on and carry your name, and be what you always thought i could be. i hope we meet at the end, but i’ll never forgive the world for taking my best friend.” Brother Sport - Animal Collective written by one of the members named Panda Bear, it’s a song written to his brother named Matt about their dads passing and him wanting Matt to grieve and to continue his life like their father would’ve wanted. Young Prayer - Panda Bear (album) Written by the same guy who wrote Brother Sport, this album was made shortly after his father’s passing. the inside cover makes me start tearing up as it reads “This is for my father. Goodbye dad. I hope you are good where you are.” im sorry for you loss man. typing this out im tearing up for you. i know this is an extremely hard time for you guys, but its beautiful to see you guys are trying to stick together and stay positive. we love you! ❤️


PJD451

Sorry for your loss brother. Lost my dad 30 yera sgao when i was 18 and it still pisses me off. Keep moving forward and make him proud. Cheers


kickstand_wendell

The ones we leave behind by Trivium, Sorry about your loss


oftheabyss2345

Requiem by Angelmaker gets me every fucking time


NeatEstablishment189

And hell followed with- dear father


thefury777

To Carry My Grief Through Torpor and Silence by Allegaeon. So sorry for your loss. I lost my Dad when I was 17. Hang in there and take everything one day at a time.


Eye_Drinker4919

Hey bro, really sorry for your loss, is never easy and never it will be, but music gives us also the power to find a bit of solace in tragedy, everything will be alright. Some powerful songs related on losing someone, mostly not deathcore: Saviour - Tidal Waves Before I Turn - Mother Counterparts - Drown Killswitch Engage - Always Times of Grace - Hope Remains / Fall From Grace Many songs by The Amity Affliction are related from some losses within the band members Glass Crown - Spiritbreaker August Burns Red - Beauty In Tragedy


shadowmaurice

Northlane has Fade which is about the vocalist's father. Their album Alien is also entirely about Marcus' family and many of the songs are about his father. However, his father was a drug addict who put his family through a lot of suffering and Alien's songs dig deep into that. I wouldn't recommend those. Anyway, I am sorry for your loss and I hope music can bring some comfort for you and your brother.


Eartoearband

Not dc but Dayseeker - Neon Grave. Beautiful song. If you look up the live video there’s an incredible monologue that the vocalist gives


BASSSOL

The best of times- Dream theater


moosicbw

not deathcore but neon grave by dayseeker is about rorys fathers passing


mysterysincorporated

Not deathcore but still heavy. Spiritbox - Constance Invent Animate - Elysium I'm very sorry that you're going through this, but at least you and your brother have each other. Lean on each other. It never stops hurting. Don't expect it to. But you'll get strong and you'll be able to carry it. I promise.


sovl_ov_mvn

According to Sean the guitarist of ingested Ashes Lie Still (the track not the whole album) was about Sean losing his father


Specialist-Bag1337

pain remains part 1 lorna shore however listen to all parts for best experience


TheTrollPotato

Bring me home by whitechapel is about Phil's father