In May 2007, Avicii signed on with the Dejfitts Plays label. Then, in 2010, Avicii released the hit song "Seek Bromance", which reached the top 20 in several countries including Belgium, France, the Netherlands, United Kingdom, and Sweden. He also remixed Nadia Ali's classic single "Rapture" for her album Queen of Clubs Trilogy: Onyx Edition. In October 2010, Avicii signed with the European A&R team with EMI Music Publishing.
Avicii released his final album prior his death in 2015 titled "Stories". The LP was his second album to go #1 and spawned the chart-topping "Waiting for Love" as well Top 5 hit singles "For a Better Day" and "Broken Arrows". The single "Pure Grinding" also reached Top 20.
In 2017, Avicii released what was originally meant to be the first EP to a three-part album.
The extended play was named "Avīci (01)" and spawned the #1 Sandro Cavazza-assisted hit "Without You".
Additionally, the Top 3 single "Lonely Together" which featured Rita Ora was also released from the EP.
"Avīci (01)" itself also went #1 and was another smash success for the DJ.
He died on 20 April 2018 in Muscat, Oman, at the age of 28; the manner of his death was identified as suicide, the specific cause and method withheld from the public in accordance with standard media treatment of suicides.
Over a year after his death, on June 6th 2019, a posthumous album titled "TIM" was released. The singles "SOS" (featuring Emanon's Aloe Blacc), "Tough Love (featuring Vargas & Lagola and Agnes) and "Heaven" were released from the LP. The latter song featured vocals from Coldplay's lead singer Chris Martin. "SOS" reached a peak at the top of the charts, whilst the two following singles managed to reach the #2 position. The album itself also peaked at #1, making it his third album (fourth counting his 2017 EP "Avīci (01)") to do so.
Hey Brother
Avicii Lyrics
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Hey sister! Know the water's sweet but blood is thicker
Oh, if the sky comes falling down, for you
There's nothing in this world I wouldn't do
Hey brother! Do you still believe in one another?
Hey sister! Do you still believe in love? I wonder
Oh, if the sky comes falling down, for you
What if I'm far from home?
Oh brother, I will hear you call
What if I lose it all?
Oh sister, I will help you out
Oh, if the sky comes falling down, for you
There's nothing in this world I wouldn't do
Hey brother! There's an endless road to rediscover
Hey sister! Do you still believe in love? I wonder
Oh, if the sky comes falling down, for you
There's nothing in this world I wouldn't do
What if I'm far from home?
Oh brother, I will hear you call
What if I lose it all?
Oh sister, I will help you out
Oh, if the sky comes falling down, for you
There's nothing in this world I wouldn't do
Avicii's song "Hey Brother" is a touching tribute to the bond and loyalty between siblings. The lyrics remind us that life is unpredictable and the future uncertain, but one thing we can count on is the unwavering support of those we love. The song opens with the lines, "Hey brother! There's an endless road to rediscover. Hey sister! Know the water's sweet but blood is thicker." Here, Avicii stresses the importance of valuing familial relationships over other distractions that might appear more alluring but ultimately lack depth.
Avicii goes on to consider the what-if scenarios that might arise in life. "What if I'm far from home? Oh, brother, I will hear you call. What if I lose it all? Oh, sister, I will help you out." He acknowledges that sometimes, life can be tough, and we may be faced with difficult times where we question our own strength. But he assures us that familial love is unbreakable and no obstacle is too great for it to overcome.
Overall, "Hey Brother" is a touching and powerful reminder of the importance of familial love and support through life's ups and downs.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey brother! There's an endless road to rediscover
The journey of life is long and can often be repetitive, but there is always something new to discover and learn.
Hey sister! Know the water's sweet but blood is thicker
While friendships and other relationships can be sweet, the bond of family is even stronger and more important.
Oh, if the sky comes falling down, for you
There's nothing in this world I wouldn't do
No matter what happens, the singer will do everything in their power to support and help the person they are addressing.
Hey brother! Do you still believe in one another?
The singer is questioning whether the bond between them and their brother is still as strong and true as it used to be.
Hey sister! Do you still believe in love? I wonder
The singer is questioning if their sister still believes in the power and importance of love.
What if I'm far from home?
Oh brother, I will hear you call
Even if the singer is physically far away from their brother, they will always be there to support and listen to them.
What if I lose it all?
Oh sister, I will help you out
Even if the singer loses everything and is at their lowest point, they will still help and support their sister in any way possible.
Hey sister! Do you still believe in love? I wonder
The singer is questioning if their sister still believes in the power and importance of love.
Oh, if the sky comes falling down, for you
There's nothing in this world I wouldn't do
No matter what happens, the singer will do everything in their power to support and help the person they are addressing.
Hey brother! There's an endless road to rediscover
The journey of life is long and can often be repetitive, but there is always something new to discover and learn.
Hey sister! Do you still believe in love? I wonder
The singer is questioning if their sister still believes in the power and importance of love.
Oh, if the sky comes falling down, for you
There's nothing in this world I wouldn't do
No matter what happens, the singer will do everything in their power to support and help the person they are addressing.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Ash Pournouri, Salem Al Fakir, Tim Bergling, Veronica Maggio, Vincent Fred Pontare
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@RichardEC93
2013: Hey Brother ☺️
2018: Bye Brother 😔
2024: I Miss You Brother ☹️
@brendandell2885
69th like
@zdragi9551
Yes
@anhuynh7680
Yes
@34yannis
😥
@justaguywithaphone6346
;-; same
@joyce_915
My brother sat me beside him, looked in my eyes and played this song. I was going through a divorce and had lost everything due to a mental health crisis. A year ago, I lost my brother to Fentanyl. This song allows me to still see his eyes. I miss my brother, the only man in my 50 years, that never betrayed me...and was always there! I love you brother! Xo
@niomisingh8871
Rip to him. I’m sorry for your loss. I hate fentanyl😢
@TracyDurso-uv8tg
My condolences & sympathy to you on the tragic loss of your beloved Brother.
@redroses6522
Rip 😢