Lost (Elegy album)

"Lost" is the eighth track on the album Elegy by the Finnish metal band Amorphis. Elegy, released in 1996, is considered a transitional album in the band's discography, blending death metal elements with more melodic and progressive influences, including progressive rock and folk elements. "Lost" showcases these blended elements.

The song features a combination of harsh vocals by Tomi Koivusaari and clean vocals by keyboardist Kasper Mårtenson. The lyrical themes of "Lost", as with much of Elegy, draw heavily on the Finnish epic poem the Kalevala. The song explores themes of isolation, despair, and searching for meaning, fitting within the broader conceptual framework of the album. Musically, "Lost" features a dynamic arrangement, moving between heavier, distorted sections and softer, more atmospheric passages. The use of keyboards and layered instrumentation is prominent, contributing to the song's overall mood.