The band's first single, Sail debuted at #30 on the U.S. Billboard Alternative Songs chart on the chart week of February 10, 2011. The band released their debut album Megalithic Symphony digitally on March 15th, 2011, and the physical CD was released March 29th, 2011 on Red Bull Records. The album features 15 tracks with iTunes and Amazon featuring the bonus tracks "Swinging from the Castles" and "Shoestrings" respectively.
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Burn It Down
Awolnation Lyrics
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And if you need a little heat in your face, that's what I'm here for
If you're chilling in the dark and you're looking through a telescope, woo
You will see me sipping on a soul of a new hope, woo
So burn it down, burn it down (burn it down)
So burn it down, burn it down (burn it down, yeah)
So burn it down (burn it down, baby, burn it, burn it down)
Burn it down (burn it down, baby, burn it, burn it down)
Burn it down (burn it down, baby, burn it, burn it down)
Huh, come on, yeah
If you're feeling like I feel, throw your fist to the ceiling
Some people call it crazy, well, I call it healing
If you need love, turn around, do the helicopter
If you're sick, baby girl, I would love to be your doctor (wah)
So burn it down, burn it down (burn it down)
So burn it down, burn it down (burn it down, yeah)
So burn it down (burn it down, baby, burn it, burn it down)
Burn it down (burn it down, baby, burn it, burn it down)
Burn it down (burn it down, baby, burn it, burn it down)
Burn it down (burn it down, baby, burn it, burn it down)
So burn it down
Woo, ha, oh (oh)
Woo, ha
Looking through a window made of time (woo, ha)
Would you have the courage not to lie? (Woo, ha)
Looking down the barrel of today (woo, ha)
Would that make you turn around and stay (woo, ha)
Looking through a window made of time (woo, ha)
Would you have the courage not to lie? (Wah)
Down, burn it down
Hey, burn it down
Burn it down
So burn it down (burn it down, baby, burn it, burn it down)
Burn it down (burn it down, baby, burn it, burn it down, mother-)
Burn it down (burn it down, baby, burn it, burn it down)
Burn it down (burn it down, baby, burn it, burn it down)
Burn it down, burn it down
So burn it down, burn it down, yeah
So burn it down (burn it down, baby, burn it, burn it down)
Burn it down (burn it down, baby, burn it, burn it down)
Burn it down (burn it down, baby, burn it, burn it down)
Burn it down (burn it down, baby, burn it, burn it down)
So burn it down
The song "Burn it Down" by AWOLNATION is an invitation to let loose and enjoy life. The lyrics encourage the listener to treat their life like a dance floor, with the lead singer declaring that he's there to provide the heat needed to get the party started. The lyrics are full of energy and call to mind a night out with friends, letting loose and having fun. The chorus repeats the phrase "burn it down," encouraging the listener to let go of their inhibitions and just enjoy the moment.
The second verse gives more specific instructions for how to enjoy life to the fullest, encouraging the listener to throw their fist in the air and do the helicopter dance if they need love, and promising to be their doctor if they're sick. The lyrics are playful and carefree, with the suggestion that anything goes as long as it brings joy.
The bridge of the song takes a more serious turn, asking the listener to consider whether they would have the courage to be truthful if they could look through a "window made of time." The song ends with a final repetition of the chorus, urging the listener once more to "burn it down" and let go of anything that might hold them back from enjoying life.
Line by Line Meaning
If you're feeling like I feel then run your life like it's a dance floor
If you have a similar mindset to me, you should live your life freely and joyfully as if it's a dance floor
And if you need a little heat in your face, that's what I'm here for
If you need someone to inspire or motivate you, I am here to help you with that
If you're chilling in the dark and you're looking through a telescope, woo
If you are feeling hopeless or looking for direction, take a moment to reflect and observe the world around you
You will see me sipping on a soul of a new hope, woo
You will find me enjoying a newfound optimism and positivity
So burn it down, burn it down (burn it down)
Take action and destroy anything that is holding you back or causing you pain
If you're feeling like I feel, throw your fist to the ceiling
If you have a similar emotional state to me, express your energy and enthusiasm by raising your fist up high
Some people call it crazy, well, I call it healing
Although some may view it negatively, I see this expression of emotion as a beneficial form of therapy
If you need love, turn around, do the helicopter
If you are seeking love, look within yourself and creatively express your desires through dance or movement
If you're sick, baby girl, I would love to be your doctor (wah)
If you are feeling unwell, I am willing and eager to help you feel better
Looking through a window made of time (woo, ha)
Reflecting upon the past and future, wondering what could have been or what will be
Would you have the courage not to lie? (Woo, ha)
In these moments of reflection, would you have the bravery to be honest about your experiences and emotions?
Looking down the barrel of today (woo, ha)
Facing the present moment, looking directly at what is happening around you
Would that make you turn around and stay (woo, ha)
Considering the current circumstances, would you choose to stay and face them or turn back?
Down, burn it down
Take action and destroy anything that is holding you back or causing you pain
Hey, burn it down
Take action and destroy anything that is holding you back or causing you pain
Burn it down
Take action and destroy anything that is holding you back or causing you pain
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: AARON BRUNO, JAMES MESSER
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If you're feeling like I feel then run your life like it’s a dance floor
and if you need a little heat in your face, that’s what I’m here for
if you're chilling in the dark and you're looking through a telescope
you will see me sipping on a soul of a new hope
so burn it down
burn it down baby baby burn it down
if you're feeling like i feel throw your fist through the ceiling
some people call it crazy well i call it healing
if you need love turn around, do the helicopter
if you're sick, baby girl i would love to be your doctor
so burn it down
burn it down baby baby burn it down
looking through a window made of time, would you have the courage not to lie
looking down the barrel of today, would you have the courage not too stay
so burn it down
burn it down baby baby burn it down
@NotEduardo17
This music makes me run 80% faster I don't know why
@geoffadkins7893
Its just science. Also it increases focus and determination.
@RateroLoco26
Perfect nitro
@elgatoexplosivo9427
@@RateroLoco26 OMAGA
@apriljasso9731
Same
@whatsthat9408
this is 100% truth, not even scientists can prove why
@leadcreekmusic
"You're being accused of having a guilty filthy soul" Nice reference to a song on the album, AWOLNATION!
@marlie4872
Hehe lol
@justinisaac6190
lol
@SoHCanadian
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