On March 17, 2017, Amy Lee released the song Speak to Me, written for the supernatural thriller Voice from the Stone.
The song was written by Amy Lee together with composer Michael Wandmacher, who also composed the film’s score. The project was first revealed in 2015 when the film’s social media accounts shared photos of Lee recording music for the movie.
“Speak to Me” serves as the end-title theme for Voice from the Stone, a mystery film starring Emilia Clarke. The haunting piano-driven ballad features Lee’s signature emotional vocals layered with subtle orchestration, creating a cinematic atmosphere that matches the film’s gothic tone.
Amy Lee explained that the story of the film resonated deeply with her while writing the song, particularly its themes of loss, motherhood, and love beyond death. She worked closely with director Eric D. Howell and Wandmacher during the process, developing the music after viewing an early cut of the movie.
The track was recorded partly at Skywalker Ranch in California, where Lee completed the final recording sessions and vocals.
Shortly after the single’s release, the official music video premiered on March 22, 2017, incorporating imagery and scenes connected to the film.
Although released as a standalone single rather than part of an album, “Speak to Me” remains a fan-favorite piece from Amy Lee’s cinematic work outside of Evanescence.
Quick Facts
Release date: March 17, 2017
Written by: Amy Lee & Michael Wandmacher
Film: Voice from the Stone
Type: End-title theme song
Music video release: March 22, 2017
Sources
- Evanescence Reference – Speak to Me
https://evanescencereference.info/wiki/index.php?title=Speak_to_Me - Wikipedia – Speak to Me (Amy Lee song)
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Speak_to_Me_(Amy_Lee_song) - Rolling Stone – Amy Lee “Speak to Me” article
https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/hear-evanescence-singer-amy-lees-ghostly-new-ballad-speak-to-me-121680/