The song was written by Julia Karlsson, Gunnar Greve, Franklin Jovani Martinez, Marcos G. Pรฉrez, Fredrik Borch Olsen, Jesper Borgen, รyvind Sauvik, Anders Frรธen, and Anton Rundberg alongside Walker, Carpenter, and Farruko. The production was done by Alan Walker and Big Fred. Karlsson and Carpenter previously worked together on Carpenter's song "Bad Time".
On March 9, 2019, Alan Walker began teasing the song via his social media. On March 14, 2019, Alan Walker formally announced the song along with its release date. After the announcement of the song, rumors circulated that Sabrina Carpenter and Farruko would feature on the song. Alan Walker confirmed their involvement in the song on March 19, 2019. On March 20, 2019, Walker announced that he partnered with PUBG Mobile for the first anniversary of the game and that the song would be the event's theme song.
The music video accompanied the song's release and features a female protagonist (Susanne Karin Moe) searching for "mysterious stones" in order to uncover a lost ancient civilization. It was directed by Kristian Berg and reached 80 million views more than a month after the video was released on YouTube. As of November 2022, it has amassed over 485 million views and 9.1 million likes.
It was later revealed that the video, alongside the music videos of Walker's later songs "Alone, pt. II" and "Heading Home", are tied to the events of the previous World of Walker tetralogy that consists of "Tired", "All Falls Down", "Darkside", and "Diamond Heart" respectively. Despite this, the trilogy of the later videos is depicted as a prequel to the original tetralogy. "Paradise"'s music video is set between the two trilogies.
On May 10, 2019, the alternative video was posted on Alan Walker's YouTube channel, encouraging viewers to "choose their path" of either two video versions of Carpenter and Farruko in the official alternative music video, both were posted on their respective channels that same day. The two versions of the alternative music video indicated different searches, pieces of evidence, and artifacts that the female protagonist was searching for (depending on the viewer's choice) which led to each version ending with the same outcome, which is the scene where tombstones with stone formations which were laid on the site, that took place a month before the events of the official music video when the artifacts were being unearthed and discovered.
Alan Walker's interactive alternative video received over 1.7 million views (as of December 30, 2020), while Carpenter and Farruko's alternative music videos received over 13 million views and 65 million views, respectively. Carpenter and Walker performed the song on Good Morning America's Summer Concert Series.
On My Way
Alan Walker Lyrics
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Don't wanna talk, I need a moment 'fore I go
It's nothing personal
I draw the blinds
They don't need to see me cry
'Cause even if they understand
They don't understand
So then when I'm finished
I'm all 'bout my business and ready to save the world
I'm taking my misery
Make it my bitch, can't be everyone's favorite girl
So take aim and fire away
I've never been so wide awake
No, nobody but me can keep me safe
And I'm on my way
The blood moon is on the rise
The fire burning in my eyes
No, nobody but me can keep me safe
And I'm on my way
(Ya, ya)
(Farru, yeah, guaya)
Lo siento mucho (Farru), pero me voy
Porque a tu lado me di cuenta que nada soy
Y me cansรฉ de luchar y de guerrear en vano
De estar en la lรญnea de fuego y de meter la mano
Acepto mis errores, tambiรฉn soy humano
Y tรบ no ve' que lo hago porque te amo
Pero ya (Ya) no tengo mรกs na' que hacer aquรญ (aquรญ)
Me voy, llegรณ la hora 'e partir (partir)
De mi propio camino, seguir lejos de ti
So take aim and fire away
I've never been so wide awake
No, nobody but me can keep me safe
And I'm on my way
The blood moon is on the rise (is on the rise, na-na)
The fire burning in my eyes (the fire burning in my eyes)
No, nobody but me can keep me safe
And I'm on my way
I'm on my way
Everybody keep me safe
Everybody keep me safe
Everybody keep me safe
Everybody, everybody on my way
So take aim and fire away
I've never been so wide awake
No, nobody but me can keep me safe
And I'm on my way
The blood moon is on the rise
The fire burning in my eyes
No, nobody but me can keep me safe
And I'm on my way
The first verse begins with an apologetic tone, saying that the singer needs a moment to himself and draws the blinds to hide his tears from others, even if they might understand what he's going through. But afterward, he's all about his business, ready to take on the world and make his misery his own, instead of being burdened by it. He's resigned to the fact that he can't be everyone's favorite person, but he's determined to make his mark in the world. The chorus is a defiant proclamation of independence where the singer declares that he's the only one who can keep himself safe, and he's determined to forge his own path.
The second verse is in Spanish and sung by guest artist Farruko. It's a heartfelt goodbye to a lover, where he apologizes for being nothing in her presence and tired of fighting for her. He accepts his mistakes and human weakness but leaves to follow his own path, far away from her. The chorus remains the same, but the repetition of "everybody keep me safe" emphasizes a sense of community, indicating that even though the singer is going his own way, he still needs people to support him.
The song is about personal growth, resilience and finding strength within oneself to move forward in life. It speaks about taking responsibility for one's choices, accepting past mistakes and embracing new beginnings.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm sorry but
I apologize, but please allow me a brief moment before I leave
Don't wanna talk, I need a moment 'fore I go
I don't wish to speak and instead desire some time alone before my departure
It's nothing personal
My need for solitude is not directed towards anyone in particular
I draw the blinds
I am closing the window shades to prevent others from observing me displaying vulnerability
They don't need to see me cry
It is unnecessary for others to witness me shedding tears
'Cause even if they understand
Although others may comprehend my emotions
They don't understand
They are still unable to fully relate to my situation
So then when I'm finished
Once I have composed myself
I'm all 'bout my business and ready to save the world
I am fully focused on my objectives and prepared to tackle challenges head on
I'm taking my misery
I am utilizing my hardships
Make it my bitch, can't be everyone's favorite girl
Conquering my struggles and surpassing others' expectations of me is my goal
So take aim and fire away
Target your efforts and act decisively
I've never been so wide awake
I have never been more alert and determined
No, nobody but me can keep me safe
I am the only one responsible for safeguarding myself
And I'm on my way
I am taking the necessary steps towards achieving my aspirations
The blood moon is on the rise
The lunar eclipse represents a significant transformation in my life
The fire burning in my eyes
My expression portrays my unwavering passion and drive
I'm on my way
I am fully committed to my journey towards success
Lyrics ยฉ Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Alan Olav Walker, Anders Froeen, Anton Rundberg, Carlos Efren Reyes Rosado, Franklin Jovani Martinez, Fredrik Borch Olsen, Gunnar Greve, Jesper Borgen, Julia Karlsson, Oeyvind Sauvik, Sabrina Carpenter, Marcos G. Perez
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I'm very sorry (Farru), but I'm leaving (rh)
Because by your side I realized that I am nothing (rh-ey)
And I got tired of fighting and warring in vain
Of being in the line of fire and reaching out
I accept my mistakes, I'm also human
And you don't see that I do it because I love you (pum-pum-pum-pum)
But now (Now) I have nothing more to do here (here)
I'm leaving, it's time to leave (leave)
Of my own way, keep away from you
@libragirl1144
2015- Where are you now
2019- Iโm on my way
That must be a long journey Alan.
btw I'm making a glmv of this song in my channel soon, so don't forget to sub and turn notifications on!!!
(Edit: 400+ LIKES WITHIN A DAY??? AAAAAA)
@Alanwalkermusic
Thank you guys for still listening to this one.. This song is truly a part of who I am๐ Check out my latest music video for a compilation of my entire journey, in one video.
@user-vm4mr2od3k
Can you request and I hope you will respond. Can you return the song to PUBG Mobile because it is a song that has remained in our hearts and we hope that it will come back? I hope that if you can contact a company in my country and tell them this is my wish that it will come back. I hope that you will return it. Our wish for all of us is that it will bring back. We have many beautiful memories together. the song
@shortvideos6100
great song ever
@LaluAliZulpikar
Good job
@gtrp_official_channel
My memories
@SenjaBiru-wy3du
TOLONG BANG ALAN,,,BUAT LAGU LAGI SAMA SABRINA CARPENTER,,SAYA SUKA KARAKTER SUARANYA,, KEEP WALKER'S and FLY HIGHER๐๐๐
@Alanwalkermusic
200 MILLON VIEWS! Thank you all for the amazing support, Walkersโค๏ธ
@kellytundeidubor
If you love Alan press like. I would do it every second if my life <3
@WalkerX
RELEASE HEADING HOME ALAN