Mourning (Tantric song)

"Mourning"
Single by Tantric
from the album Tantric
Released	2001
Genre	Alternative rock post-grunge soft rock acoustic rock
Length	4:21
Label	Maverick [1]
Songwriter(s)	Hugo Ferreira [2] Matt Taul Jesse Vest Todd Whitener
Producer(s)	Toby Wright [3]
Tantric singles chronology
"Astounded" (2001) "Mourning" (2001) "Hey Now" (2004)
Music video
"Mourning" on YouTube

"Mourning" is a song written and recorded by the American rock band Tantric. It was released as the third single from the band's self-titled debut album in October 2001 via Maverick Records. ^{[4] [5] [6]}

Background composition

"Mourning" was written by lead singer Hugo Ferreira, drummer Matt Taul, bassist Jesse Vest, and lead guitarist Todd Whitener. ^{[7] [8]} Like much of the band's debut album Tantric, "Mourning" is heavily influenced with elements of the typical early 2000s post-grunge and alternative rock sounds while incorporating the band's signature acoustic-driven sound layered with heavy electric guitar riffs and Ferreira's raspy vocal harmonies. ^[9]

Lyrically, "Mourning" explores themes of loss, regret, and emotional closure, reflecting on the aftermath of a broken relationship. The song's melancholic yet anthemic tone, combined with Ferreira's distinctive deep and baritone vocal delivery became one of the band's most recognized tracks and the band's overall identity. ^{[10] [11]}

Charts

The song received significant airplay on American rock radio stations in late 2001, peaking at number 18 on Billboard 's Mainstream Rock Tracks chart and number 22 on the Modern Rock Tracks chart. ^{[12] [13]}

Chart (2001–2002)	Peak position
US Mainstream Rock Tracks ( Billboard ) [12]	18
US Modern Rock Tracks ( Billboard ) [13]	22

Music video

The official music video, directed by Liz Friedlander and produced by Chris Kraft of DNA Inc, was released in December 2001. ^[14]

Appearances

"Mourning" was used in the soundtrack to the 2002 film The Salton Sea . ^{[15] [16]}

References

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8. "7 Questions With Tantric". MTV Music. MTV Staff. Archived from the original on 2001-08-20. Retrieved 20 August 2001.
9. "The Downfall of Days of the New Leads to the Rise of Tantric". Louisville Music News. Tim Roberts. Retrieved 13 March 2001.
10. "Tantric To Test Endurance With Fall Headlining Tour". idobi. Lance Fiasco. Retrieved 26 May 2001.
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13. "Alternative Airplay" . Billboard . February 2, 2002. Retrieved March 10, 2025.
14. "Tantric: Mourning (Official Music Video) Production Credits". IMVdb. Retrieved 11 March 2025.
15. "The Salton Sea (2002 film) Soundtrack Album Credits". IMdb. 26 April 2002.
16. "Tantric Single Chart History 2000-2010". Pop Radio Top 20. Retrieved 11 March 2025.