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City of Angels
30 Seconds to Mars Lyrics


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There was truth, there was consequence, against you
A weak defense, then there's me
I'm 17, and looking for a fight
All my life, I was never there just a ghost, running scared
Here our dreams are made, the one

Lost in the city of angels
Down in the comfort of strangers, I
Found myself in the fire burnt hills
In the land of a billion lights

Bought my fate, straight from hell
A second sight is paid off well
For a mother, a brother and me
The silver of the lake at night
The hills of Hollywood on fire
A boulevard of hope and dreams
And streets made of desire

Lost in the city of angels
Down in the comfort of strangers, I
Found myself in the fire burnt hills
In the land of a billion lights

I found myself in the fire burnt hills
In the land of a billion lights
(Angels)
(Angels)

I am home, home, home, home

Lost in the city of angels
Down in the comfort of strangers, I
Found myself in the fire burnt hills
In the land of a billion lights

One life, one love, live
One life, one love, live
One life, one love, live
One life, one love

The city of angels
The city of angels
The city of angels
The city of angels

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "City of Angels" by 30 Seconds to Mars tell a story of being lost in the glittering, chaotic world of Los Angeles, also known as the "city of angels". The first verse introduces the idea of truth and consequence, with the singer stating that there was a weak defense against them, and that they are looking for a fight. They then reveal that they have spent their life as a ghost, never truly present and always running scared. The second verse speaks of the singer buying their fate "straight from hell" but that it has paid off well for them and their family.


The chorus then takes us to the heart of the matter, with the singer being lost in the city of angels and finding themselves in the "fire burnt hills". They reference the "billion lights" of the land and the comfort found in strangers. The repeated phrase of "one life, one love, live" is a reminder of the importance of living life to the fullest.


Overall, the lyrics capture the contradictions and chaos that can be found in Los Angeles, a place where people come to find fame and fortune, but also often find themselves lost and alone.


Line by Line Meaning

There was truth, there was consequence, against you
You faced the truth and had to deal with the repercussions.


A weak defense, then there's me
You had no argument or defense, and I am stepping up to fight for you.


I'm 17, and looking for a fight
I am young and restless, ready to take on anyone who confronts us.


All my life, I was never there just a ghost, running scared
Throughout my life, I never stood out or made a difference, always feeling invisible and afraid.


Here our dreams are made, the one
This city is where our dreams come true, the ultimate goal we strive for.


Lost in the city of angels
Feeling directionless and disoriented in the glamorous yet overwhelming Los Angeles.


Down in the comfort of strangers, I
Finding comfort and solace among unfamiliar people.


Found myself in the fire burnt hills
I discovered myself amidst the burnt hills of Hollywood, a metaphor for overcoming hardships and obstacles.


In the land of a billion lights
Amidst the countless skyscrapers and illuminated streets of LA.


Bought my fate, straight from hell
I went through difficult times, dealt with my 'fate' and persevered through it all.


A second sight is paid off well
My intuition or vision proved to be correct and ultimately paid off.


For a mother, a brother and me
I did it for my family, to make them proud and provide for them.


The silver of the lake at night
The picturesque and calming view of the lake shining in the moonlight.


The hills of Hollywood on fire
The bustling and energetic atmosphere of Hollywood, constantly moving forward and striving for success.


A boulevard of hope and dreams
The streets of LA are full of opportunities and possibilities, inspiring people to chase their aspirations.


And streets made of desire
The roads of LA are fueled by ambition and passion, anyone can achieve their goals if they work hard enough.


I found myself in the fire burnt hills
I fought through adversity and discovered my true self.


In the land of a billion lights
In the city of LA, always shining and moving forward.


(Angels)
A nickname for the residents of Los Angeles.


I am home, home, home, home
Despite the challenges, LA is a place where I belong and feels like home.


One life, one love, live
We only have one life, so love and live it to the fullest.


The city of angels
Referring to the nickname of Los Angeles.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JARED LETO

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@MrBachfie

"City Of Angels"

There was truth
There was consequence
Against you, a weak defense
Then there's me, I'm seventeen
Looking for a fight

All my life I was never there
Just a ghost running scared
Here our dreams aren't made–
They're won.

Lost in the city of angels
Down in the comfort of strangers
I found myself in the fire burned hills
In the land of a billion lights

Bought my fate straight from hell
Second sight has paid off well
For a mother, a brother and me

The silver of a lake at night
The hills of Hollywood on fire
A boulevard of hope and dreams
Streets made of desire

Lost in the city of angels
Down in the comfort of strangers
I found myself in the fire burned hills
In the land of a billion lights
I found myself in the fire burned hills
In the land of a billion lights
(Of a billion lights, of a billion lights, of a billion lights...)

Angels
Angels

I am home, home, home, home

Lost in the city of angels
Down in the comfort of strangers
I found myself in the fire burned hills
In the land of a billion lights

One life, one love live
One life, one love live
One life, one love live
One life, one love

The city of angels
The city of angels
The city of angels
The city of angels



@user-go8vt9lp7i

There was truth, there was consequence, against you
A weak defense, then there's me
I'm 17, and looking for a fight
All my life, I was never there just a ghost, running scared
Here our dreams are made, the one

Lost in the city of angels
Down in the comfort of strangers, I
Found myself in the fire burnt hills
In the land of a billion lights

Bought my fate, straight from hell
A second sight is paid off well
For a mother, a brother and me
The silver of the lake at night
The hills of Hollywood on fire
A boulevard of hope and dreams
And streets made of desire

Lost in the city of angels
Down in the comfort of strangers, I
Found myself in the fire burnt hills
In the land of a billion lights

I found myself in the fire burnt hills
In the land of a billion lights
(Angels)
(Angels)

I am home, home, home, home

Lost in the city of angels
Down in the comfort of strangers, I
Found myself in the fire burnt hills
In the land of a billion lights

One life, one love, live
One life, one love, live
One life, one love, live
One life, one love, live

The city of angels
The city of angels
The city of angels
The city of angels



@giannysruiz3376

There was truth
There was consequence against you
A weak defense
Then there's me, I'm seventeen
Looking for a fight

All my life I was never there
Just a ghost, running scared
Here our dreams aren't made
They're won

Lost in the city of angels
Down in the comfort of strangers
I found myself in the fire burned hills
In the land of a billion lights

Bought my fate straight from hell
Second sight is payed off well
For a mother, a brother, and me

The silver of a lake at night
The hills of Hollywood on fire
A boulevard of hope and dreams
Streets made of desire

Lost in the city of angels
Down in the comfort of strangers
I found myself in the far burned hills
In the land of a billion lights
I found myself in the far burned hills
In the land of a billion lights

Angels
Angels
I am home, home, home, home

Lost in the city of angels
Down in the comfort of strangers
I found myself in the fire burned hills
In the land of the billion lights

One life, one love live
One life, one love live
One life, one love live
One life, one love
The city of angels
The city of angels
The city of angels
The city of angels



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@hibamousaid1946

Who is listening to this masterpiece in 2023 ?? ✨✨ ps: it’s 2024 now

@ViniciusTavaresVideo

Im, from Brazil

@1986Haggard

Я из России

@keenwerkz

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@lisatourle6617

Me I'm from South Wales cant wait to see them in Cardiff next year

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@charlescharlemagne4907

this band has the best intros to their songs. That drumming is amazing

@BroughtCat

You have Mr. Shannon Leto to thank for that!!

@animusdesynched7386

One of the people who appeared in the official video, Christopher “Superman” Dennis...he passed away. 4 months ago. Rest in peace, Christopher...keep inspiring people in heaven.

@shushant72

I don't know why but whenever i listen to this song it refills me with positive hope...

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