Serj Tankian - Rumi (Official Video) 

Yesterday I was clever, so I wanted to change the world. Today I am wise, so I am changing myself - Rumi

Not many artists keep this kind of magic going for decades, Serj is a Legend.

I love that Serj wrote a song about how much he loves his child. So beautiful and inspiring!

I remember when I was 17, you held a concert in Armenia with SOAD and it was a free and open concert for everyone. I was fully prepared to travel from my small town in Iran and see you in person. I couldn't because my cousin was murdered a few days before the concert. I'm 25 y.o. now and still sad about missing it. Still mad about it. But I'm sure I will come to your concert one day and see you at last. Love you even more now from Iran, the land of the Great Rumi ❤️❤️

It's incredibly wholesome to hear someone make a song dedicated to how much they love and cherish their child.

Where's the people who said his voice changed and he can't sing like before? LEGEND!!!

Let's get to the facts, Rumi is one of the most luckiest person alive, just by having this man as his father.

The Farsi words translated in order: "Travel", "Love", "Peace", "Watching" and "Changing",and "Wisdom" ! Also great song & MV thank you Serj jaan

I would be so proud if my father wrote such a song for me.

Eleven months ago my wife and I named our son Rumi after the poet. Yesterday I stumbled onto this song, and it was funny to see that my little buddy enjoys the song as much as I do (granted, to him it is probably because it mentions his name)

Песня понятна без перевода.. считывается сердцем и проникает в душу притоком большой Реки. Серж, благодарю тебя, Твой Дар уже давно направляет не только тебя одного, но десятки тысяч людей .. 🙏

'Stay away from god and crime' And the Mantra for me 'Don't dip your toes go all the way'! Rumi's got a very distinguished father. ❤

Очень трогательная песня! Серж это человек-квинтэссенция музыкальности, душевности, искренности. Он не только прекрасный музыкант, но и прекрасный человек, который никогда не остаётся равнодушным к чужому горю! ❤

Rumi was a Persian poet. Persian words that used in this video and their meaning : 01:29 سفر = Journey 03:50 صلح = Peace 03:50 عشق = Love 04:12 تماشاکردن = to Watch (maybe observe) 04:12 تغییر دادن = Change 04:34 خرد = Wisdom

Лучший артист современности безумное удовольствие от прослушивания! Большое спасибо за звук и смысл!

No matter what happens in life, I’m glad I have actual real figures like Serg who no matter what speak the truth to me and keep me spiritually, physically, emotionally and intellectually motivated . Spread love and wisdom to all. We must unite!!!!

"Держись подальше от бога и криминала". В одном из интервью Серж говорил, что слово "бог" скомпроментировано многими религиями(даже людей порой называют бог чего-то или богиня!) и поэтому ему больше нравится слово "Творец", которое больше передаёт суть Всевышнего. То есть в этой песне под словами "Держись дальше от бога" подразумеваются традиционные религии

I never had a Father, I feel like he's speaking to my soul..

I love all Serj's music and his messages. He uses his fame for good to bring injustices to light. My fellow armenian, you are amazing! Keep doing what you do! ❤💙🧡

Даже,нечего добавить к предидущему коменту..Серж-ты икона,хошь не хошь

I'm crying. I'm fucking crying. It's so sad and happy that I almost cant stand it. So beautiful and melancholic. Serj. You are the most amazing vocalist. The range of emotions I can feel in any given song is intense. Please keep singing and loving what you do.

Definitivamente el Serj sabe cómo hacernos felices❤️🇲🇽 Te amo viejo sabroso 💖

Один из представителей армянского народа, который славит свою нацию. Талантище! Очень правильные вещи продвигает

Постарел а все никак не можешь угомониться, всё несет тебя! ПОДДЕРЖИВАЮ!

As a father of one, this is just breathtaking. Wept couple of times with this one. Thanks, Serj.

I have a six year old, just about 7. This hit me. Thanks Serj.

What a great father Serj is.

Serj if you make the video of 'How many times' i wanna be in it. Saludos desde Colombia 🇨🇴🇨🇴🇦🇲🇦🇲🇨🇴🇨🇴🇦🇲🇦🇲❣️

Please return System Of a Down !!! For New Album!

Serj👽per me sei il top dei miei Guru👻🐉🤟🥰da solo o con il tuo super gruppo😎❣️✊ok un pochino di più come solista🥰però i System ci hanno fatto sognare🐉🐉🐉🐉🥰👻❣️✌️

I listened this song and it was really beautiful. I don't have kids so I can't imagine how it feels though. But very emotional song.

Как же приятно видеть в комментариях столько русских. Сразу вспоминаю его тур по России

Песня хороша и замечательна. Сейчас будет идти речь не именно об этой песне, а мое мнение о вашем творчестве в целом. В песнях Дарона хороши мелодии и прекрасны рифы на гитаре, но не хватает лирики и красоты, которая есть у вас, Серж. Вашим песням тоже очень сильно не хватает Дарона. Соберитесь и запишите прекрасный альбом. Сейчас мир раскален и тем для ярких текстов и мелодий все больше и больше. Все хотят чтобы вы собрались вместе, нет ни единого человека, который был бы против. Совет: пойти записать с SOAD альбом и найти компромисс.

Не знаю Серж,прочитаешь это или нет. Ты великий человек. 🔥🔥🔥👍🤘

This is why we need Serj writing the new System album...

Вот уж нет уж )) Серж, русский народный былинный герой! Да, и мы постоянно будем говорить об этом в комментариях ) То есть признаваться в любви к его творчеству )

Love you from land of rumi, Iran❤️ «عشق» از ایران❤️

My favorite voice! ❤️❤️

Կեցցե Սերժ ջան ապրես👏👏👏👏👏armenians are amazing artists in the world🇦🇲🇦🇲🇦🇲🇦🇲

Скажу наверное грубо... Но как есть.... Хули там блядь смотреть и оценивать? Это СЕРЖ ТАНКЯН... ЭТО САМОЕ ВЕЛИКОЕ ЧЕЛОВЕЧЕСКОЕ ТВОРЕНИЕ АРМЯНСКОГО НАРОДА НА ПЛАНЕТЕ НА ВСЕ ВРЕМЕНА И НАРОДЫ!!! ПРЕКЛОНЯЮСЬ ПЕРЕД ТАЛАНТОМ SOADa. Спасибо за на наши яркие огненные эмоции которые дают твои песни, слушая которые, в памяти всегда всплывает самое лучшее бессмертное сильное и красивое на земле.. Это МОЛОДОСТЬ! ЭТО я понял когда услышал как под Toxicity, отжигает уже моя внучка!... Значит правильно воспитываем☺☺☺☺☺

Как всегда - бесподобно! Остро, ярко, эмоционально! Thank you so much from Russia!!!

Деньги, религия и преступность всегда шли рука об руку. Замечателен тот отец, что убережёт детей от падения в это дно. Спасибо, Серж.

We should learn from this kind of music and people like Serji. His music is very touching it goes straight to my soul.

Serj is currently one of the greatest artists alive on Planet Earth. Love from Italy!

Серж, ты просто рулишь! Беларусь с тобой!

Лучшая музыка и лучшие песни только у Serj Tankian!!! В юности слушал, сейчас мне почти 40, слушаю!!! Респект!

I cried a lot with just listening to the song, now a video too? Serj you're awesome 🙏❤

Not ready to cry during this video. The lyrics and music are already emotional on its own.

Спасибо огромное! Сохранение своих армянских корней и квинтессенция всего лучшего еврепейской рок-музыки.

It makes me a bit sad that he sings three times to stay away from God and crime. I agree all the way about crime and I'll fully agree about staying away from organized religion. But I strongly believe God is real and not coincidentally Serj is my favorite secular prophet.

Only Serj could create a poetic song that exposes the tainted direction that so many parents blindly send their children. It's always been about, Love and Knowledge. Always.

Love you Serj. Always. From 🇧🇷

4:55 if you turn up metal loud enough, it'll explode a priest

Serj is Armenian

Ох и голосище аж мурашки по телу Только Серж Только Систем 🤘🤘🤘👍👍👍

Tu música me abre el corazón! Con vos entre nosotros, el mundo tiene sentido. 🇦🇷.

A moment of happiness, you and I sitting on the veranda, apparently two, but one in soul, you and I. We feel the flowing water of life here, you and I, with the garden’s beauty and the birds singing. The stars will be watching us, and we will show them what it is to be a thin crescent moon. You and I unselfed, will be together, indifferent to idle speculation, you and I. The parrots of heaven will be cracking sugar as we laugh together, you and I. In one form upon this earth, and in another form in a timeless sweet land. Rumi, Kolliyat-e Shams, 2114

Արժանի հայ զավակ:

Oh, dear Rumi My little baby, I love you You move me, my son You improve me 'Cause you're the one The wisdom of the word, the source of all of creation Ecstasy of devotion in the sound of every action It's driving to hear and see all life, an anomaly Never lose thy wonder, the necessity of mystery Be drunk with passion and the peaceful rivers of love Close both your eyes and hear the distant flight of doves When you're grown up in your prime Stay away from God and crime Embody justice for this tormenting tormented world You will learn something every day Don't dip your toes, go all the way Be the change you wanna see and be the man you want to be Oh dear Rumi, the supreme poet of love You move me like the sun Become the truth and hold it above all Get lost in the breeze of the trees that stand tall Don't you realize that it's all about knowledge and love? Close both your eyes and hear the distant flight of doves When you're grown up in your prime Stay away from God and crime Embody justice for this tormenting tormented world You will learn something every day Don't dip your toes, go all the way Be the change you wanna see and be the man you wanna be That you want to be Dear son, I pray that your days are long And your path matches your song Your smile is worth every sacrifice in this life Your breath now my reason to go on I love you more than I ever could imagine For anything on this earth When you're grown up in your prime Stay away from God and crime Embody justice for this tormenting tormented world You will learn something every day Don't dip your toes, go all the way When you're grown up in your prime Stay away from God and crime Embody justice for this tormenting tormented world You will learn something every day Don't dip your toes, go all the way Be the change you wanna see and be the man, and be the man And be the man you want to be

"When you’re grown up in your prime, stay away from God and crime", pure wisdom there.

Thank you Serj for all your good music!

"Держись подальше от "Бога" и преступности":Скорее всего Серж имел в виду, что он не хотел бы,чтобы его сын стал фанатиком.) Он говорил" Религия нужна,как вера❤️,а не как способ управления людьми." Эта песня самая моя любимая в этом альбоме. Серж Танкян очень хороший отец ❤️ Жду премьеры.🎵

0:16 Has nobody but me heard the iPhone notification????

سفر... تماشم کردن تغییر دادن

Did he name his son after the poet?

I've got 5 minutes goosebumps

Серёженька! До глубины души...

“Stay away from god and crime , be the man that you want to be” 💜fantastic

Один из лучших музыкантов современности. Единственный кто рано не ушел и не спопсился!!!! посмотрите видео серж с отцом - Khatchadour Tankian - Bari Arakeel - Featuring Serj

Thank you brother. I'm literally crying right now. Your music is keeping me alive right now. I feel the raw love. I love you serj so much brother

В этом видео много русскоговорящих... Это интересно. 😊😘

Its amazing 🤘 Hello from Ukraine 🇺🇦🇺🇦

Molana (Rumi) is a great Persian (Iranian) poet ) God bless Serj ))

Lendário serj tem uma voz como poucos tem ! Aborda Vários temas importantes para o mundo! Respeito muito ele

"Be the change you want to see and be the man you want to be." Brought tears to my eyes cause it felt like you were speaking to me. Needed to hear this right now. Thank you, Serj. Sending you infinite love and solidarity.

Осталось Сержу запилить новый альбом и Систему снова собрать и тоже альбом запилить хоть на один тур.

Серж, когда я хочу отдохнуть от чего то тяжелого, только твои работы и ищу. Ты крут!

"Be the change you want to see" "Stay away from god and crime" "Don't you realize that it's all about knowledge and love?"

This is inspiring and powerful. That's what love is ❤ Thank you for the music 👌💓

Serj found new love and I appreciate all the seconds of his creativity.

До ''мурашок'' дуже душевно👍👍👍

Один из любимых голосов! Шикарно поёт

These songs has one of my most favorit lyrics of all songs I´ve ever heard. Beatuiful. "Embody justice for this tormenting, tormented world". . .

Oh, dear Rumi My little baby, I love you You move me, my son You improve me 'Cause you're the one The wisdom of the word, the source of all of creation Ecstasy of devotion in the sound of every action It's driving to hear and see all life, an anomaly Never lose thy wonder, the necessity of mystery Be drunk with passion and the peaceful rivers of love Close both your eyes and hear the distant flight of doves When you're grown up in your prime Stay away from God and crime Embody justice for this tormenting tormented world You will learn something every day Don't dip your toes, go all the way Be the change you wanna see and be the man you want to be Oh dear Rumi, the supreme poet of love You move me like the sun Become the truth and hold it above all Get lost in the breeze of the trees that stand tall Don't you realize that it's all about knowledge and love? Close both your eyes and hear the distant flight of doves When you're grown up in your prime Stay away from God and crime Embody justice for this tormenting tormented world You will learn something every day Don't dip your toes, go all the way Be the change you wanna see and be the man you wanna be That you want to be Dear son, I pray that your days are long And your path matches your song Your smile is worth every sacrifice in this life Your breath now my reason to go on I love you more than I ever could imagine For anything on this earth When you're grown up in your prime Stay away from God and crime Embody justice for this tormenting tormented world You will learn something every day Don't dip your toes, go all the way When you're grown up in your prime Stay away from God and crime Embody justice for this tormenting tormented world You will learn something every day Don't dip your toes, go all the way Be the change you wanna see and be the man, and be the man And be the man you want to be

I can respect any man who would name his son after one of the greatest embodiments of love to have ever walked this plane of existence. The lyrics are powerful, and combined with the music gave me chills and moved me to tears

Farsi words written in the video: سفر = travel / صلح = peace / عشق = love / تماشا کردن = to observe / تغییر دادن = to change / خرد = wisdom /

Wish my father loved me this much.. he made his decisions and now he's jail for life.

I would like to add a comment. I have know Serj's music for many years now. I always though that System was the best music he had made. But honestly thought , he is just fucking unbelievable talented. The little touch of Armenian sounds in this album with the fusion of rock in addition to his System voice. Man, he is just an aspiration to me. Thanks man for this gift to us.

Как всегда, потрясающе! До мурашек.

Серж, спасибо! До мурашек, до дрожи, до слез! Лучшая песня за последние года❤️❤️❤️

Rumi : Be kind and kind (like the sun) If someone makes a mistake, cover it (like night) Be silent when you are angry (like death) Be humble and do not be arrogant (like soil) Have forgiveness (like the sea) If you want others to be good, be good yourself (like a mirror) And yes, the best religion is humanity. 💜

Suena genial, me encanta mucho la música de serj, pero extraño a system of a down.

Давно не видел твоего творчества бро. Как же мы постарели. С любовью из России.

These lyrics appear to be a heartfelt message from a parent, addressed to their child, named Rumi. The lyrics express deep love and affection for the child, emphasizing the transformative impact the child has had on the parent's life ("You move me, my son, You improve me"). The parent acknowledges the profound wisdom and significance of the child's existence, referring to them as the "wisdom of the word" and "the source of all of creation." The lyrics also touch upon themes of devotion, action, and mystery. There is a call to embrace life with wonder and passion, to listen to the beauty of nature ("hear the distant flight of doves") and to remain open to the mysteries of existence. As the child grows older, the parent offers guidance on living a meaningful and virtuous life. They encourage the child to embody justice, to continually learn and grow, and to strive to make positive change in the world. The lyrics convey a sense of hope and optimism for the child's future, urging them to be true to themselves and to pursue their dreams with determination and integrity. Overall, the lyrics convey a message of love, guidance, and encouragement from a parent to their beloved child. *Analysis of the Lyrics:* Theme: The lyrics express a mother's love and guidance for her son, Rumi. Structure: The lyrics can be divided into two parts: Part 1 (Stanza 1-3): This part focuses on Rumi as a child and the profound impact he has on the speaker (presumably his mother). She acknowledges his ability to inspire and improve her. The references to "the wisdom of the word" and "the source of all creation" might elevate Rumi to a spiritual or metaphorical level. Part 2 (Stanza 4-6): This part offers advice for Rumi's future as he grows up. The speaker emphasizes the importance of: Maintaining a sense of wonder and mystery. Balancing passion with love. Finding inner peace. Embracing justice and making a positive impact on the world. The lines "Don't dip your toes, go all the way" and "Be the change you want to see" encourage full commitment and action. Literary Devices: Repetition: The use of "you" throughout reinforces the focus on Rumi. Metaphor: Rumi is compared to the "source of all creation" hinting at a deeper significance. Imagery: "peaceful rivers of love," "distant flight of doves" create sensory experiences. Personification: "Close both your eyes" addresses the doves directly. Overall Tone: The lyrics are filled with love, encouragement, and a touch of caution regarding the world's challenges. The speaker wants Rumi to embrace life fully while staying true to his values. Possible Interpretations: The lyrics could be interpreted literally as a mother's advice to her son. There might be a deeper meaning, with Rumi representing a spiritual path or a way of life. Additional Notes: The reference to "Rumi" suggests the speaker might be drawing inspiration from the famous Persian poet Jalāl ad-Dīn Muhammad Rūmī. The lyrics leave room for the listener to connect with the themes of love, guidance, and personal growth.

One of best song about parent's love I ever heard. Thank you, Serj!

What an awesome song and video, thanks a lot, Serj! 03:50 *"صلح" = "Peace" + "عشق" = "Love"*

Прекрасный голос Сержа идет всегда откуда-то из детства... Отличное напутствие своему ребенку.

I don't thing the problem lies with god, it lies with religion.

4:55 Mr Stark, I don't feel so good

Saludos desde México! 🤟🏻🇲🇽