Twenty One Pilots: Music Analysis

"We all have our masks that we wear." This was stated by, the main singer of the band Twenty One Pilots, Tyler Joseph. It is amazing how many masks people wear to hide their true self. This is true for everyone. The album "Vessel" from the artist Twenty One Pilots contains twelve songs that touch mainly on this issue but many more as well. The only time someone takes off all of their masks is when they are alone and that is when their demons wage war. This album is a mix of mainly three different genres of music, including: Rock, Indie and Alternative. It is a very effective form of alternative music. Their use of relatable and heartfelt substance, emotional lyrics, as well as instrumentals, using a thought-out ratio ranging throughout the …show more content…
The album "Vessel" affects listeners on a very personal level. Lead singer and founder Tyler Joseph projects very down to earth sentiments. He illustrates the many reoccurring battles inside of his head and causes most listeners to relate his experiences to themselves and thus become emotionally involved. He affects them on many different levels. He sings about the difficulties of life and deadly mental battles in the end supplying hope for those of us who are going through similar situations. He lets us know that we are not alone. As expressed in the song "Migraine," he sings, "Am I the only one I know, waging my wars behind my face and above my throat?" Consequently referring to the mental struggles and relapses that continuously appear. He gives us hope that we can break through any barricade blockading us and discover that the light was always there, and our vision was blocked by our fears and predispositions. He appeals to people's suicidal instincts and reveals that he also experiences these feelings. He gives us the example pf his life and how he pushed through his obstacles resulting in a certain level of success. He tells us that death is no the answer to our struggles and strife but that if we so choose, we can and will …show more content…
They relate to listeners with their very intriguing lyrics and weave a story that displays Tyler Joseph's great lyrical skill. Like in the song "Car Radio, " he analyzes over thinking one's problems and feeling alone. In the other song "Migraine," he projects the issue of persevering through depression and anxiety. On the topic of lyrics, during an interview by Mike Ragogna, Tyler Joseph conveyed, "The point is to give someone an experience that they won’t forget, and that maybe they can get something out of, so that’s what we try to do." And they certainly accomplish that. They plead for listeners to reveal themselves and shed their masks. To face their fears and apprehensions. They use the lyrics of their songs to get people through life. To help them persevere through their problems and break through their walls oppressing