Alec Benjamin - Last of Her Kind (Demo) 

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Why did I have to dig through the dark corners of RU-vid to find this amazing singer? Why isn't he more popular?

It's sad when _something you've heard for the millionth time_ Makes sense *for the first time.*

i used to listen to this 2-3 years ago and now he’s famous. wow. so proud of you alec.

I'm so glad I found you through Merrick Hanna - you're so talented! I feel every word. Beautiful.

I honestly think his demos and "unreleased" music is the best

If this song isn't played at my funeral I'm not going

Heres the lyrics : [Verse 1] It's been seventeen days since you left Twenty hours and thirty minutes Count the seconds, every breath And watch the road roll out like ribbon And maybe she just can't forget All the miles they have driven Since the moment that they met [Pre-Chorus] He took her heart into his hands Turned into ashes, slipped through his fingers It tore him apart and he couldn't stand Watching the magic turn into cinders [Chorus] So when you pull away Don't let the memories blind you All of the things you chase Falling away behind you It's something you can't replace Chained to the love that binds you Don't let the past remind you She's the last of her kind The last of her kind The last of her kind [Verse 2] It's been twenty-three days since they spoke And he almost sent a postcard In every sentence that he wrote Etched like tombstones on a grave yard And maybe he just can't accept All the strings that needed changing The mistakes that he was making [Pre-Chorus] He took her heart (he took her heart) Into his hands (into his hands ) Turned into ashes, slipped through his fingers It tore him apart (tore him apart) And he couldn't stand (he couldn't stand) Watching the magic turn into cinders [Chorus] So when you pull away Don't let the memories blind you All of the things you chase Falling away behind you It's something you can't replace Chained to the love that binds you Don't let the past remind you She's the last of her kind The last of her kind [Pre-Chorus] He took her heart into his hands Turned into ashes, slipped through his fingers It tore him apart and he couldn't stand Watching the magic turn into cinders [Chorus] So when you pull away Don't let the memories blind you All of the things you chase Falling away behind you It's something you can't replace Chained to the love that binds you Don't let the past remind you She's the last of her kind The last of her kind The last of her kind

Your music is the last of its kind. It's so hard to find a good, strong, yet soft and deep sounding artist like you. Everything about your music I appreciate. I'm so happy I could be here early on, because when you're going on your world tours and having millions of fans, I'll be proud to say I was here from the beginning. Thank you Alec for keeping me and so many others happy.

First of all, I've waited for YEARS for this song to be posted on Spotify and it STILL hasn't! Second of all: This song is so beautiful. I can never not love it.

You know what, it’s better for Alec to be small so we could have him more to ourselves and not stress him like other artists and makes us happy and we make him happy

LYRICS: It's been 17 days since you left 20 hours and 30 minutes Count the seconds Every breath And watch the road Roll out like ribbon And maybe she Just can't forget All the miles they have driven Since the moment That they met He took her heart Into his hands Turned into ashes Slipped through his fingers It tore him apart And he couldn't stand Watching the magic Turn into cinders So when you pull away Don't let the memories Blind you All of the things you chase Falling away Behind you, is Something you can't replace Chained to the love that Bonds you Don't let the past Remind you She's the last of her kind The last of her kind The last of her kind It's been 23 days Since they spoke And he almost sent a postcard in every sentence That he wrote etched like tombstones On a grave yard And maybe he just can accept All the strings that Needed changing The mistakes that He was making He took her heart Into his hands Turned into ashes Slipped through his fingers It tore him apart And he couldn't stand Watching the magic Turn into cinders So when you pull away Don't let the memories Blind you All of the things you chase Falling away Behind you, is Something you can't replace Chained to the love that Bonds you Don't let that past remind you She's the last of her kind The last of her kind He took her heart Into his hands Turned into ashes Slipped through his fingers It tore him apart But he couldn't stand Watching the magic Turn into cinders So when you pull away Don't let memories blind you All of the things you chase Falling away behind you Is something you can't replace Chained to the love that Bonds you Don't let the past Remind you She's the last of her kind The last of her kind The last of her kind Feel free to correct me if needed I'm not sure if they're all correct but I did my best ❣️☀️💜 ~Debra

LOVE IT

I feel like Alec can straight up describe heartbreak, love etc in a song. And then introduce you to onion cutting ninjas.

I've been listening to Alec Benjamin since 6th grade and now I'm a senior in high school. Honestly, listening to his songs from years back and his songs now, it's beautiful. His songs are sad yet so meaningful. Listening and watching his concerts in Boston has made me so happy. So Alec, thank you for the amazing music (:

Every song you write brings me to emotion. I just lay in my bed and close my eyes while listening to each one of your songs and the lyrics just sink deep into me and brings me to my peace. It's just really meaningful to me. So thank you very much for sharing your amazing talent with everyone! xx

2024 anyone

Every time you release something new, I need to ask myself 'How many hours will I.. Not waste, but use happily on this song?

this song still is a hit on my list - even in 2020

I just love alec's music. Its so deep and emotional and I can honestly listen to all his songs on nonstop replay. thx so much alec for gifting everyone with this wonderful music

she's the last of her kind. i know. and I love her. so i have to let her go.

This is amazing!! Proud to say I've been here since the beginning

I really miss these types of songs from Alec, I mean I get he's growing into his own style, but I really, genuinely love these types of songs - Water Fountain, Feed, Knife in My Back, etc. They're just so relaxing and something I can drift away to.

The lyrics of your songs are so beautiful, they have content and I think everyone should listen to them!!

God is a pencil Alec Benjamin is a highlighter God drew the world 🌎 Alec Benjamin made it brighter🌞 ~Like If True~

Time after time,you never fail to amaze me Alec 😍

*Just a weird little story:* On the last day of school, we could choose what video to make everyone watch and I got chosen to choose it(wow, that's the most I've used choose in a sentence) and I made them all watch *I Built A Friend* and they were all like "Why tf did you just make us all listen to a song about a suicidal robot?" And that's how I made everyone think I'm creepy. But oh well, it was worth it😂😂😂 *sidenote:* Why am 8 hours late?😭 And you guys who live in the US are so lucky, you get to see him on tour. No one ever comes to Scotland.😂💙

"So when you pull away, don't let the memories bind you"

I've just discovered the song and can't stop listening. Wish we could see that on Spotify

Why does this remind me of an old couple, what I mean is his wife passed away and she died with her hand in his/and when he sings "he took her heart into his hand turned into ashes slipped through his fingers" is by what i meant idk it kinda makes me sad. And when he says "so when you pull away dont let the memories blind you" I think it's like hes at her funeral holding her hang and has to walk away and he wont forget the memories they made. But the other parts not at all

Hey Alec! Became an instant fan after hearing you open for Eric's show the other day. Keep up the great work!!

Bro all alecs songs from back then r absolute bangers like dont get me wrong his new ones are amazing but jesus fuck i forgot how good these were wtf

IT HAS BEEN ALMOST A YEAR AND I STILL LOVE THIS

I love how you can cry to his songs, but also slow-dance to them with the person you love.

This voice isn't human. How can someone voice be this heavenly, im shaking. Wow.

this was recommended to me on RU-vid and I've never been happier

The *original* Lyric commentor *Message for Alec below* It's been 17 days since you left 20 hours and 30 minutes Count the seconds every breath And watch the road roll out like ribbon And maybe she just can't forget All the miles they have driven Since the moment that they met He took her heart into his hands Turned into ashes Slipped through his fingers It tore him apart And he couldn't stand Watching the magic Turn into cinders So when you pull away Don't let the memories blind you All of the things you chase Falling away behind you It's something you can't replace Chained to the love that binds you Don't let the past remind you She's the last of her kind The last of her kind The last of her kind It's been 23 days since they spoke And he almost sent a postcard And every sentence that he wrote It's like tomb stones on a graveyard And maybe he just can't accept All the strings that needed changing The mistakes that he was making He took her heart into his hands Turned into ashes Slipped through his fingers It tore him apart And he couldn't stand Watching the magic Turn into cinders So when you pull away Don't let the memories blind you All of the things you chase Falling away behind you It's something you can't replace Chained to the love that binds you Don't let the past remind you She's the last of her kind The last of her kind He took her heart into his hands Turned into ashes Slipped through his fingers It tore him apart But he couldn't stand Watching the magic Turn into cinders So when you pull away Don't let the memories blind you All of the things you chase Falling away behind you It's something you can't replace Chained to the love that binds you Don't let the past remind you She's the last of her kind The last of her kind The last of her kind ******* Just call me a lyric queen This was a lot easier to write out than Journey to the Lowest Place on Earth, and I really love the effect you put on the chorus. Alec, I feel like we are kindred spirits. I had a 2 year long relationship going that I broke off eariler this year, and this really encompasses the feelings from it. We both write, but I can't put my feelings out lyrically like you can, that's a true talent, love. But my books aren't half bad. When you go on tour, promise me you'll go to Kansas City, Missouri. It's the closest big city to my college. (And yes I signed up for your mailing list). I'll have to buy 2 tickets most likely, because I'll have to convince someone to go with me (try not to make them too expensive, pls, for my bank account). But it'll be worth it to see you in person. Keep doing what makes you happy and I'll always love you for it💜. P.S. please go live again, I missed the last one and I need my dose of your face. P.P.S. Sorry this is so long P.P.P.S. Did I mention I love you? I did? Just wanted to reassure you that you are definitely loved. Look at this whenever you doubt that. (Edit) P.P.P.P.S I just read your pinned comment, will it be the white shirts??? If so, I never win shit like that 😂😂. Can I just get an honorary one for being awesome if I don't win? Please Alec? (I'm so serious) (could I get a 2XL) (don't judge me, I like baggy shirts) k bye.

This song honestly describes a relationship that I had that lasted for 4+ years, and every single word really just brings all the feelings back, good and bad.

YOUR VOICE IS WONDERFUL, I CAN NOT WAIT TO HEAR YOU FROM IT!! come to Brasil

4 YEARS OF KNOWING THIS SONG AND I STILL CANNOT GET ENOUGH

Gold stars on every song. Golden buzzer for AGT for every performance. Love hhe music and all your songs Alec.

This is a comfort song for me; it’s a rare thing to always love a song, to get a new meaning out of it every time you listen, and to still get emotional each time it comes on a playlist you made a year ago and forgot about. Still so beautiful.

Once again you've created a true masterpiece Alec

This reminds me of my sister who left me for her drunk dad, and never came back, this is also for my mother and grandma who left me without a slight thought

those angelic harmonies in the chorus really complete the absolutely euphoric and melancholic vibes this song gives off

hey Alec. was just wondering, if you were always into writing? and if you started off with poetry or has it always been lyrics? Because you have a great understanding on how to shape/ sculpt your phrases. beautiful lyrics!

This recording is so SIMPLE, yet so POWERFUL and MOVING. That's what make AB a brilliant GENIUS.

I love how clear you can understand the words to Alec's music. I love the lyrics, it's so unique.

I'm speechless. Everything you do is angelic.

Don't understand how your not so much more famous. Your stuff is honestly so much better than hearing the same stuff on the radio. Love ya Alec can't wait to download this and play it on replay. 😘

I'm not sure if I'll ever be able to stop listening... Your songs are really beautiful and they make me sad but somehow happy at the same time... You're slowly getting more and more fans but you're still underrated... I know you're never going to read this but just keep working, Alec, you're special! ❤️

I WANT THIS SONG EVERYWHERE IT'S AMAZING

It's been seventeen days since you left Twenty hours and thirty minutes Count the seconds every breath And watch the road roll out like ribbon And maybe she just can't forget All the miles they have driven Since the moment that they met [Pre-Chorus] He took her heart Into his hands Turned into ashes Slipped through his fingers It tore him apart And he couldn't stand Watching the magic Turn into cinders So when you pull away Don't let the memories blind you All of the things you chase Falling away behind you Is something you can't replace Chained to the love that bonds you Don't let the past remind you She's the last of her kind The last of her kind The last of her kind [Verse 2] It's been twenty-three days since they spoke And he almost sent a postcard In every sentence that he wrote Etched like tombstones on a grave yard And maybe he just can accept All the strings that needed changing The mistakes that he was making He took her heart (he took her heart) Into his hands (into his hands ) Turned into ashes Slipped through his fingers It tore him apart (tore him apart) And he couldn't stand (he couldn't stand) Watching the magic Turn into cinders [Chorus] So when you pull away Don't let the memories blind you All of the things you chase Falling away behind you Is something you can't replace Chained to the love that bonds you Don't let the past remind you She's the last of her kind The last of her kind He took her heart Into his hands Turned into ashes Slipped through his fingers It tore him apart But he couldn't stand Watching the magic Turn into cinders [Chorus] So when you pull away Don't let the memories blind you All of the things you chase Falling away behind you Is something you can't replace Chained to the love that bonds you Don't let the past remind you She's the last of her kind The last of her kind The last of her kind

I'm so proud of how far you've gotten in your career. I've listened to you for years. I'm happy your started to validated more as a artist now.

When I listen to Alec it’s like opening a portal to a new universe. A new world full of beauty and peace. I love it.

He is so underrated, I can't wait until he blows up someday and I'll be proud to say I was here from the start:)

Alec, This song is amazing!! Everytime I see a notification on my phone saying you uploaded a new song I drop everything to listen to it! Keep it up! :)

Wow heard this song again after 2 years and dug up some deep memories. This this song helped me through my worst of days.. when I was broke, hurt, confused, alone and still fighting the start of becoming mature. Most people listen to this song to remember someone who left but to me, this song was reinforcement and strength. Made me think of who I am and what I was letting go. Glad to see how much I've changed and grown since I last cried to this song. And to this day, it still makes me cry but now for a different reason- that is to say bye to the old me, who was nothing but a child in pain who had yet to understand herself and open their eyes to our world.

This song sounds magical😲✨

I don't know how anyone can dislike this song they are just crazy because this is so perfect

My parents told me about Elvis Presley, I'll tell my children about Alec Benjamin

I keep coming back to this song and still find it underrated... wish more people recognized him

I LOOOVE all of his stories

5 months to 2023 and this song is still my favorite

I heard the first word and was like I LOVE IT ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

His songs make sense and his voice is so soothing. I keep wishing I had his voice. And he has clearly put his voice to good use. Telling ppl how life is. I love the deep meaning of his songs. Wish he was more popular. Well all his fans here, let's do it. Together we can show the world what is good music

......I never asked to be blessed today but I was. Keep up the amazing work Alec I love you so damn much.

RU-vid has been taking me through some of Alec's old songs and now I'm crying because a few days ago I gave up on the person who I loved and the song hits way harder now. ;-;

Can we get his songs on spotify. Like PLEASE

I litteraly just play all of his songs on loops for hours and never get sick of them, like I do with other people's songs. I just love all of his songs they are amazing!

Every song that I hear from you makes me cry because there are so many emotions behind them. I should probably seek mental health but don't worry about it.

I've been listening to this song since it was posted and I'm still sad it's not on Apple Music. 🥺

This is art, this is beauty, this is a song I won't forget.

I've already heard this for far too many times already, and yet the goosebumps still find their way onto my skin every single time. I can't not love his songs, somebody stop me.

Even though this song is pretty old, Alec you’ve helped me so much. You have no idea. I’ve always thought of you as my idol. You are. You are the last of your kind. 💕❤️🦋

All of your music is amazing Alec! The world needed an artist like you :)

you have such a unique voice

6 years of knowing about you is the greatest accomplishment ive ever made im so proud of you alec your music has held so much meaning to me thank you for everything ❤

OMG i Love this so much😍😭

Here today, been listening to him since 2017, this song just brought back everything that there was and everything that has changed.

Your voice is so unic and beautiful I could listen to it all day I'm serious💙

This song speaks to me on a personal level. It truly is an amazing song with such a deep meaning. You are one of the only artists that can make songs sound so simple but hide such a deep meaning. Don't stop being amazing Alec :)

Im fine my eyes are just sweating

Listening to your music feels like coming home

music too good it got me crying for no reason GOOD JOB ALEC!

This song makes me cry every time I listen to it 🥲

I listen to your music on repeat. And I love allll of your demos

6 years later and this song still has a special place in my heart

It's been seventeen days since you left Twenty hours and thirty minutes Count the seconds every breath And watch the road roll out like ribbon And maybe she just can't forget All the miles they have driven Since the moment that they met He took her heart Into his hands Turned into ashes Slipped through his fingers It tore him apart And he couldn't stand Watching the magic Turn into cinders So when you pull away Don't let the memories blind you All of the things you chase Falling away behind you Is something you can't replace Chained to the love that binds you Don't let the past remind you She's the last of her kind The last of her kind The last of her kind It's been twenty-three days since they spoke And he almost sent a postcard In every sentence that he wrote Etched like tombstones on a grave yard And maybe he just can't accept All the strings that needed changing The mistakes that he was making He took her heart (he took her heart) Into his hands (into his hands) Turned into ashes Slipped through his fingers It tore him apart (tore him apart) And he couldn't stand (he couldn't stand) Watching the magic Turn into cinders So when you pull away Don't let the memories blind you All of the things you chase Falling away behind you Is something you can't replace Chained to the love that binds you Don't let the past remind you She's the last of her kind The last of her kind He took her heart Into his hands Turned into ashes Slipped through his fingers It tore him apart But he couldn't stand Watching the magic Turn into cinders So when you pull away Don't let the memories blind you All of the things you chase Falling away behind you Is something you can't replace Chained to the love that binds you Don't let the past remind you She's the last of her kind The last of her kind The last of her kind

Why isn’t this on Spotify Alec!!! I love this song. One of my absolute favorites. You always find a way to write music that feel like it speaks directly to me.

I like his hat, and this song has a different feel to it I love it(:

This song makes me wanna cry its so nice and sad I love it sooo much

OMG RU-vid GLITCHED OUT AND PUT A DISLIKE😒😒,FIX THESE GLITCHES PLEASE!!!!(Also I love the song!)

How is every song so great? Such an amazing voice too.

you've come so far. and i'm so proud to watch you grow as a person and an artist. this brought me to tears, alec. you're incredible. you have a real gift.

I always find myself coming back to the song

Alec is the last or his kind! (amazing soulful song writers, writing about love and not some weird sex fantasy) we need to treasure Alec while he is still around and writing! #AlecIsANationalTresure

Telling a stories, gorgeous melodies and they have been put beautifully to words, that is what I love about your songs and why I can't stop listening.

Every time you put out a song it makes me happy. So thank you. :)

His music is so PURE...