What an honour to have Richard Dawkins on stage with us. It was a blast!

Am I the only one who starts getting all emotional with the concept of the song?? How can other bands ever compete with what Nightwish have turned into? This is philosophy, storytelling, poetry, science if you will...This is all what metal could be to me.

This isn't a song. This is a journey. *WE WERE HERE.*

This is not a rock concert or opera! This is an almost transcendental symphonic experience!

I’m 70 years old and grew up with the Stones and Led Zeppelin ect but seeing Nightwish has restored my faith in current music. Sensational

One doesn’t listen to Nightwish, one experiences Nightwish

This song is an anthem for Humanity. The line, We Were Here, is tragically beautiful.

The visuals at the "We were here!" finale always get me. Thank you, Nightwish, for reminding us of our humanity, our better and cosmic natures, and giving us words to dream by and live by.

14:16 - 14:47 The Evolution of Music This has to be my favorite part of the song because it's so subtle that you might not catch it the first time around, but it's arguably the most brilliant part of the song in terms of storytelling. Within about 30 seconds, you can hear a beautiful representation of musical history. It begins with a harpsichord playing Bach's Minuet in G, followed by the voices of Chrismas Carolers singing a snippet that's reminiscent of Carol of the Bells to represent the Classical Music of the 18-1900s; it then moves to mid-20th century american Country Music with a short snippet of a banjo diddy ; the early 21st century follows afterwards with a riff from Metallica's "Enter Sandman" to represent the Golden Age of Classic Metal; it then ends with the drumkit briefly switching from acoustic to digital as it plays an EDM style beat to represent Club Music and the modern era. This is not a part of the song I see people talk about often and I think it definitely deserves more praise because it's absolutely genius.

"Most people are never going to die because they are never going to be born" That - hit me hard 😟

One of the most beautiful pieces written by a modern composer. Tuomas is an absolute genius

Nightwish are a gift to the world. The best band ever in my opinion.

No other band crushes a 20 minute song into a 5 minute feeling. It’s magical

"Ghost Love Score" was the love at first sight as when we heard Nightwish first time and loved them. "The Poet and The Pendulum" was the mourning for the old times of Nightwish and calling for the new dark adventures "The Greatest Show on Earth" was the great announcement of the epic era is about to come as Nightwish has finally established their best line-up! Now it is the time for "All the Works of Nature Which Adorn the World"

Anyone who thinks that a scientific worldview is cold, emotionless, and spiritually unsatisfying needs to hear this song. One of the most beautiful and moving things I've ever heard.

16:33 Seeing Tuomas overcome with emotion here makes me cry tears of joy. You smashed it and you know it. You, sir. Are a musical genius. You created that masterpiece and performed it not just for the crowd before you, but for the country, the world, and the entire universe out there. We were here, and your song is a shout out to everyone out there. WE WERE HERE!

God, what a perfect band. A 20 minutes song that worth every second.

Tuomas: Troy, which instrument do you want to play in this Song? Troy: Yes

I get emotional every time I hear the "We were here" part. This song really helps you remember how small you are compared to the universe and the things that came before and the things that will come after. It reminds us there's going to be time when humans don't exist anymore or that we'll one day be considered an ancient civilization ourselves. Beautiful! I've listened to this song so many times, I've lost count and I know I'll keep coming back to listen again!

Evolution, life, science and heavy metal are together. Best song and composition ever. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

I always love an appreciate how Emppu looks like he's just having a ball. All smiles all the time.

I'm 63 now. Grew up with Jethro Tull, Led Zeppelin, Yes, Renaissance and other Hardrock or Artrock stuff. And discovered Nightwish last year. It' a great performance!

When people say music can heal the soul, for me, this is what they're talking about. This song removes so much negativity, anxiety, and existential fear from my ego that all I'm left with is appreciation and tears for the message and feeling left behind. I've not been moved by music like this in two decades.

Nightwish - their music is unapologetically artistic, they write and sing whatever they want and it's always epic in the truest sense of the word. No conforming to trends, just making music to the tune of their souls.

Every time the ending happens, "we were here" I just get so overwhelmed with emotion and I sob. I don't know why. I can't help it. This song just really hits me

This song is giving me goose bumps everytime. For me personally, this is Tuomas' masterpiece.

Floor has the most amazing voice, there are not words. She is the bar that nobody else can reach!

That moment when all those pictures pass by of random people and everyone screams 'WE WERE HERE!'always brings a tear to my eyes. Probably my favourite Nightwish song of all.

I hadn't heard of Nighwish, just saw a recommended video. I am not entirely processing what i have just seen. I mean the word epic seems trivial....I am just.....astounded....

Man, this song is definitely a masterpiece, I can't stop listening it, again and again. I saw you on live for the 1st time 2 weeks ago in Paris, and I'll never forget it. Please never stop... Being!

This is Tuomas's Symphony Nr.9, his Requiem, his ultimate masterpiece ❤

I think you know a band is good when their live version is better than their studio.

The greatest song on earth ♥

17:29 Those young women in the audience, quite carried away with emotion, one of them reciting Richard Dawkins' speech along with him; that's one of the most beautiful things I've ever seen. If science and music together can still move people like that, maybe humanity has a chance after all.

Being an evolutionary biology student and a metal music fan there cannot be a more perfect song which encapsulates my two likings. I cannot believe I have discovered it now!Dawkins Sir at the end..I am speechless😅

Nightwish - I’d argue - is keeping so many people sane, positive, and uplifted during this unprecedented time of uncertainty and fear. Thank you for it.

Not every day you see a heavy metal concert where an evolutionary biologist gets the biggest pop of the evening.

I've listened to that song countless times, including live, yet it still gives me goosebumps.

I´m crying my eyes out! WOW!

*THIS* is rock opera. Nothing like it anywhere else. I so wish I could see them live.

I'm left completely speechless...never was there a more wholesome band than Nightwish...I lose myself into its universe, tales and ink stained pages...every song, every concept and concert is simply a magnificent work of art. They'll forever be in my ❤

Thank you Nightwish!!!!!!!!! All of you. Old and new members of the band because Nightwish is history, is music, is emotion. Thank you.

"The Greatest Show on Earth" is definately one of the most deeply emotional Nightwish's songs Tuomas has ever written, it is simply impossible not to cry with the history of us all while listening this absolute Nightwish magnum opus and to have Dawkins in the end, it's hard to not burst into tears, for it is simply the tale of our history here on this magnificent planet. Thank you, Tuomas and Nightwish for existing and I can't wait now for "Yesterwynde"! WE WERE HERE!!!

Well, that is the way to popularize science, especially biology and evolution theory! Bravo!

Marvel: Endgame is the most ambitious crossover event in history Nightwish & Richard Dawkins:

This song changed my life

What a great band in the world and the greatest song in the universe! This song makes us think who we are and how precious we are. Thanks guys.

Perhaps someone will disagree, but at live concerts Floor has such an energy that charges not only the audience in the hall but also the rest of the band members who fall under her influence and play on the rise, with enthusiasm, it's just read on their face’s …

"We Were Here..." And I was there! Hair on the back of my neck standing up on end all night! And then to see Richard Dawkins at the end was such a magical moment! I'm so desperately hoping the December gig at Wembley is possible... Here's hoping 😀

Its nine years, since i lost my mother. I was 34 then. A woman, who gave her all, to raise a boy as a single mother. She struggled so damn hard through all her life. And then, when she finally found peace, she got cancer. I never understood, how a fighting human, who gave it all, could be punished like that. I had so many damn questions, and doubted everything and all. I was never religious, and neither was she. Ever since i was a young boy, we talked about life and death. And she had her own way, to think about things. She teached me, to belive in the universe and not to question my human being. And still - the day she died, i lost all „faith“. Just because of the fact, that she died way too young (56). And then i found this song. And i had to realise, that she lives on. In me, and in every person she met on her way. And that was the moment, i realised, that we can be eternal - if we are pure and if we care. We where here! And damn… how she was here! A wanna thank you, for this masterpiece, and for all it made me realise! Whenever i come back to this video, i shed some tears. But no sad ones. I am lucky, that this woman raised me, and gave me the capacity, to understand such a masterpiece! I love you guys! - and sorry, if i chose the wrong words. English was not my mothers language.

No words. Just tears. Open the flood gates of my heart . . .

20 years ... i'm a fan since Wishmaster was released and still every time i hear a nightwish song ... it's still like magic ...

There are good songs, there are great songs, there are extraordinary songs and then there is this song.

Thank you for playing in Poland 2022. It was amazing. 5 years dreamed of seeing your performance live! Wish you all the best.

She's a Goddess Valkyrie with a superior powerful voice, full of extreme feelings. Love you all Nigthwish, you are the best artist of music and deep feelings ever..... U're the only one that can make me cry while I sing with you.....🤘🥰😘

Nightwish are now next level magical, beautiful, wonderful...... Tuomas- we are Indeed privileged to have lived while this man shared his musical genius.

Never heard of Nightwish ... the algorithm put me here ... I love it!

One of 4 or 5 best songs I ever listened to in my 48 years. I get goosebumps every time.

To that girl in the front that was crying, I feel you, if I was there I’d be crying with you!!

About a year ago I "rediscovered" Nightwish after watching a random video here on YT. Haven't listened to Nightwish for like 10 years before that. I think the song was The poet and the pendulum, (didn't even know they had their third singer, after Anette) and since then I've listened/watched Nightwish songs almost daily. If that random video haven't been Nightwish, I might never have found out about Floor Jansen, for me the greatest singer there is. I might never have found my way back to Nightwish, for me the greatest band there is, and listened to songs like Poet..., Ghost love score, Storytime, Tribal...too many to write here. Thank you Nightwish, for making the best music I've ever listened to.

This song is a masterpiece. And Floor is magnificent.

Previously my favorite longest track was Ghost Love Score, but damn, this blows it out of the water! This song definetly is the ultimate Nightwish song.

We were here, and I was fortunate enough to be there. What an amazing show they put on that night.

The entire album is Nightwish's masterpiece so far. And Floor's voice is so rich and colorful interpreting the lyrics, it touches something deep inside of me. :)

I love Richard getting a huge ovation. After such an amazing performance, for the band to honor him in that way is truly inspiring. 🥲 ❤👍

Year after year i listen to this song with my students as an excercise (Im a biology teacher) and year after year i witness the birth of some Nightwish little fans that in a few months discuss with me their favorite albums and songs.

Tuomas is a master of music. After going thru a solid dark time with the poet and the pendulum. He wrote a song to make us realise that its a chance to be alive. And simply living is the greatest show on earth.

I'm from an old rock, metal school ... Maiden, DP, Judas, I'm 52 years old and I've never listened to this band and somehow overlooked it and thought like a lot of older people that there was nothing to surprise me anyway. How wrong I was! .... Beauty, melodies, voice and especially young fans and the next generation thanks to this band! For young people it's like for us Iron maiden in the 80s.salut from Czech republic

100% sure that this is the best thing I've found this year. Insane performance

Greatest song on Earth 🌍

What an amazing privilege to say I was there That's what Nightwish do They take you on a memorable journey time after time ❤

Wow. I didn't know Richard Dawkins had his own metal band. In fact I think all great scientists should have one!

First time watching this video and ended up in tears. The part of "We are going to die and that makes us lucky ones" hit me like a truck.

This is surely one of the wildest show, which the band Nightwish had. It still brings back great memories of this show, even though I wasn't there in person, every time I rewatch this video I get chills all over my body.

THIS IS MORE THAN JUST A SONG IS A MASTERPIECE, A EXPERIENCE OUT OF THIS WORLD WOW

Nice THE masterpiece in high quality, love it!

Floor Jansen is clearly the best thing that could have happened to Nightwish... ...she was clearly born to become and stay the voice of this gigantic band. 💓

this one still gives me chills....Love from Maryland USA

Thanks for your music. Me, and my 8 y.o. daughter love the band. Every time I hear some NW songs, my feelings blow up in a party. Hugs from Pontevedra (Spain).

WE WERE HERE!

This is an epic master piece and it make me proud to have come across Nightwish last year. True artist at work here. Thank you Nightwish for making great music with a message. Yours truly Olly The Rock AKA Wolf rock.

Nightwish is going to be my coworkers favorite band whether they like it or not!!

One of the greatest Stage Performances of Mankind, and one of the greatest Songs of mankind, maybe the best! You will go down in history! Thanks for this masterpiece of excellence!!!

Floor: epic windmills Troy: legs crossed, moving head side to side, like a GENTLEMAN.

One day we will be back all together celebrating great music like this. Fu... 2020...

Quite simply masterful. Beautifully written and performed flawlessly. A modern masterpiece.

From start to finish, this is a masterpiece!

The moment I realised Nightwish collaborated with Dawkins I exploded with excitement!

Absolutely outstanding. I have not played my Nightwish CDs for a while and this has reminded me that I 'must' get them out again and play them loud.

Never get tired of this song. The composer is brilliant and the members are great musicians.

Floor, You’re the best of history!

I spoke to Richard Dawkins at a meeting in 2015 and I asked him about his collaboration with Nightwish. He was incredibly impressed by the band and by Tuomas' in particular. When he was invited, he expected to just do a 'voiceover' but was in the studio with the band, so could see how they work. He was very much looking forward to the Wembley show, although I think he was a bit nervous!

Every time I listen to this song, the power in the last part of The Toolmaker just stuns me, the "We Were Here" duet between Floor and Marco is just out of this world

Floor is the perfect human being that can make this feeling come true ❤❤❤❤❤

This is one of the finest songs ever written! And here, one of the very best interpretations too: Floor’s singing is pristine. Troy is a monster playing all these instruments too. Frigging Unbelievable!

such a beautiful piece of music

This is the most awe inspiring song ever, the writing, composition, playing, singing and meaning behind the song. I missed this gig in London in December 2015 as my father was admitted to hospital my mum became ill shortly after. It became a kind of anthem for me as I nursed them both through rapidly debilitating illnesses. My dad passed away on March 1st 2016 and my mum 3 weeks later on March 22nd. My heart and spirit broke but I listened to this song on repeat and I understood how very lucky I was to have such wonderful parents who taught me, my brother, my kids and grandkids so much. Their brief time on earth has left a positive lasting mark thru their genes, their deeds and their teachings. I miss them so much each and every day but know when my brief time is over that I will go back where it all started and be one with them again. You have no idea how much this song has influenced my heart and way of thinking 🤗💕🤗💕🤘 Thank you all and to Richard Dawkins whos teachings inspired this song and album xxx

My #1 Gym song to rock out to. What a timeless masterpiece!

MY SOUL LEFT MY BODY

Beautiful❤️❤️I LOVE NIGHTWISH🔥🔥🔥