Vanished (Crystal Castles song)

Vanished is a song by Canadian electronic music duo Crystal Castles. It was released as a single from their third studio album, (III), in 2012.

The song is characterized by its distorted, melancholic synth melodies and Ethan Kath's driving bassline, elements typical of Crystal Castles' signature sound. Alice Glass's vocals are heavily processed and often difficult to decipher, contributing to the song's overall atmosphere of unease and despair.

"Vanished" deals with themes of loss, disappearance, and potentially, the pain inflicted by institutions or powerful individuals on marginalized communities. The lyrics, though obscured, hint at feelings of abandonment and a search for something that is no longer there. Interpretations of the song's meaning vary, but the prevailing consensus is that it conveys a sense of profound sorrow and the lingering effects of trauma.

The single was accompanied by a music video directed by Marc Oprea. The video depicts unsettling imagery and distorted visuals, further enhancing the song's already unsettling mood.

"Vanished" remains a notable track in Crystal Castles' discography, known for its emotional intensity and its reflection of the darker themes prevalent in (III).