“Absent Friends” reveals a more reflective and emotional side of Saxon, standing out as a song rooted in memory, loss, and respect for those who are no longer present. Rather than relying on aggression or speed, the track focuses on atmosphere and lyrical depth, paying tribute to friendships, fallen comrades, and the passage of time. It captures a sense of nostalgia and quiet mourning that resonates deeply with longtime fans.
Musically, “Absent Friends” leans toward a melodic heavy metal approach, with restrained guitar work and a steady, thoughtful tempo. The arrangement allows space for emotion, letting the melodies breathe and reinforcing the song’s contemplative tone. Biff Byford’s vocal performance is sincere and expressive, delivering the lyrics with warmth and gravity that underline the song’s personal nature.
“Absent Friends” demonstrates Saxon’s maturity as songwriters, showing that heavy metal can convey vulnerability and remembrance without losing its strength. It is a powerful reminder of the human side of the genre and a meaningful addition to Saxon’s extensive catalog.
Absent Friends
You went in the morning
We didn’t say good-bye
The friends that you left here
Wonder why, wonder why
I wish I could see you
Just for a day
Tell you we missed you
And ask you to stay
Ask you to stay
To absent friends
This one’s for you
This one’s for you
To absent friends
This one’s for you
This one’s for you
You went without warning
We didn’t even know
Just like the good ones
It was your turn to go
Your turn to go
To absent friends (to absent friends)
This one’s for you (this one’s for you)
This one’s for you
To absent friends (to absent friends)
This one’s for you (this one’s for you)
This one’s for you
When we’re together
You stand by our side
We’ll raise our glasses
And toast you tonight
Toast you tonight
You went in the morning
We didn’t say good-bye
The friends that you left here
Wonder why, wonder why
I wish I could see you
Just for a day
Tell you we missed you
And ask you to stay
Ask you to stay
To absent friends (to absent friends)
This one’s for you (this one’s for you)
This one’s for you
To absent friends (to absent friends)
This one’s for you (this one’s for you)
This one’s for you
To absent friends (to absent friends)
This one’s for you (this one’s for you)
This one’s for you
To absent friends (to absent friends)
This one’s for you
This one’s for you
This one’s for you
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