After leaving The X Factor, Miller signed a recording deal with Hollywood Records/Syco Music and began work on an album. Following an initial five-song EP, she delivered her 2015 full-length debut album, Not an Apology, which featured production from the Suspex, Mike Del Rio, Matt Squire, and others. The album peaked at number seven on the U.S. Billboard 200 chart, and featured the singles "Young Blood" and "Fire N Gold." Spring 2016 brought a new single titled "yes girl," which featured heavily in her live sets that summer.
The following winter, Miller teased the release of her sophomore full-length album, aurora, by issuing the first of an intended trilogy of EPs beginning with chapter one: blue in February 2017. chapter two: red and chapter three: yellow followed during the summer. In February 2018 she delivered aurora, which compiled all three of her trilogy EPs plus 5 additional tracks, including the single "mother." Miller was also featured on NOTD single titled "I Wanna Know", which became their biggest hit to date.
During 2019, Miller released a number of singles that were originally intended for her third studio album, which was named 'sunsets in outerspace,' however in July 2020, Miller confirmed her third album wouldn't come until 2021 earliest and the whole space theme has 'run its course.' The first single released was, it's not u it's me with 6LACK, on March 1st, 2019. Bea released 4 other singles throughout 2019, feel something, feels like home (with Jessie Reyez), never gonna like you (with Snakehips) and that bitch. She also embarked on two tours supporting her 2019 singles, nice to meet u which began in North America on April 29th, 2019 and concluded May 18th, 2019. She also embarked on the sunsets in outerspace tour starting in London on September 23rd, 2019 and concluding in LA on November 30th, 2019.
During the coronavirus pandemic, Miller confirmed she will not release a full studio album in 2020 but will release an EP of 6 new songs, after scrapping the space theme and previous singles.
Young Blood
Bea Miller Lyrics
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Breaking rules and breaking free
Questioning the writing on the wall
Comin' from the underground
Laughing as we're falling down
Soaking in the glory of it all
But in dark times when we close our eyes
When the sun don't shine we lose our minds
But I swear, we can get there
We've got young blood
Can't destroy us
We make our own luck in this world
We've got young blood
No one chose us
We make our own love in this world
Someday we could run away
See it all before the pictures fade
And bottle up the feeling in a jar
Pass around to all our friends
We could breathe it in all again
Huddled in the backseat of the car
But in dark times when we close our eyes
It's a nightmare, it's a nightmare
When the sun don't shine we lose our minds
But I swear, we can get there
We've got young blood
Can't destroy us
We make our own luck in this world
We've got young blood
No one chose us
We make our own love in this world
And the voices will get loud
If we never learn to shut them out
If you're lost you could be found
If you follow me until you hear the sound
Put 'em put 'em up now
If you know we're never backing down
We're never backing down, no
We've got young blood
Can't destroy us
We make our own luck in this world (in this world)
We've got young blood
No one chose us
We make our own love in this world
We've got young blood
Can't destroy us
We make our own luck in this world
We've got young blood
No one chose us
We make our own love in this world (Yeah yeah)
'Cause we've got young blood
The lyrics of "Young Blood" by Bea Miller celebrates the youth's rebellious nature that often questions societal norms and breaks free from the shackles of conformity. The song is a reflection of the young generation's spirit of adventure and the yearning for making a mark in the world. The first verse paints a picture of the young generation climaxing their journey to success, never minding the rules that once held them back. They are proud of their hard work and determination, and they are being saluted by society's authority.
Despite the triumphs and achievements, the chorus stresses the bitter reality that young adults face, particularly when the line "It's a nightmare, it's a nightmare" is repeated. The night comes, and the world turns upside down, a symbol of the many difficulties in life. The song, however, reinspires hope, mentioning that the youngsters possess young blood that cannot be destroyed, as they look towards a world that they can make their own luck and love.
The last verse is an invitation for those who are uncertain to join the youth's revolution to make a difference throughout society. Collective efforts are required to drown out the naysayer's charade and chart a course towards the future. In conclusion, the lyrics of "Young Blood" acknowledge the young generation's energy, spirit of adventure, and determination to make a difference while underlining the uncertainties and obstacles they confront.
Line by Line Meaning
We were making history
We were doing something that people will remember for a long time.
Breaking rules and breaking free
We were disobeying the norms and freeing ourselves from restrictions.
Questioning the writing on the wall
We were challenging the conventional wisdom and old beliefs.
Comin' from the underground
We were emerging from a subculture or a minority group.
Laughing as we're falling down
We were enjoying the journey and not worrying about the obstacles.
Soaking in the glory of it all
We were reveling in the success and feeling proud of ourselves.
But in dark times when we close our eyes
During difficult times when we shut ourselves off from the world.
It's a nightmare, it's a nightmare
It's a bad dream, a scary scenario that we'd rather not think about.
When the sun don't shine we lose our minds
When things are going wrong, and we feel lost and confused.
But I swear, we can get there
But I promise you that we can overcome our problems and reach our goals.
We've got young blood
We have the energy, enthusiasm, and optimism of young people.
Can't destroy us
Nothing can defeat us or break our spirits.
We make our own luck in this world
We believe that we create our opportunities and make our destiny.
No one chose us
We weren't picked or favored by anyone; we made it on our own.
We make our own love in this world
We build our relationships and find happiness in our own way.
Someday we could run away
Maybe one day, we can escape from our problems or responsibilities.
See it all before the pictures fade
Experience life to the fullest while we still can, before it's too late.
And bottle up the feeling in a jar
Capture the emotions and moments that matter to us and keep them safe.
Pass around to all our friends
Share the memories with those who matter to us.
We could breathe it in all again
Relive the happy moments and feel them once more.
Huddled in the backseat of the car
Enjoying a bonding moment with our friends or loved ones.
And the voices will get loud
The naysayers and critics will try to discourage us.
If we never learn to shut them out
If we keep listening to the negativity, we might lose hope.
If you're lost you could be found
If you feel aimless, you can still discover your purpose.
If you follow me until you hear the sound
If you trust me and stick with me, I'll show you the way to success.
Put 'em put 'em up now
Show them what you're made of, don't back down.
If you know we're never backing down
If you believe that we won't give up, no matter what.
'Cause we've got young blood
We are young, energetic, and powerful.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: SYLVESTER ALLEN, HAROLD RAY I. BROWN, MORRIS DEWAYNE DICKERSON, LE ROY L. JORDAN, CHARLES MILLER, LEE OSKAR, HOWARD E. SCOTT, JERRY GOLDSTEIN
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Jason Smalls
[Verse 1]
We were making history
Breaking rules and breaking free
Questioning the writing on the wall
Coming from the underground
Laughing as we're falling down
Soaking in the glory of it all
[Pre-Chorus]
But in dark times when we close our eyes
It's a nightmare, it’s a nightmare
When the sun don't shine we lose our minds
But I swear, we can get there
[Chorus]
We've got young blood, can't destroy us
We make our own luck in this world
We've got young blood, no one chose us
We make our own love in this world
[Verse 2]
Someday we could run away
See it all before the pictures fade
And bottle up the feeling in a jar
Pass around to all our friends
We can breathe it in and out again
Huddled in the backseat of the car
[Pre-Chorus]
But in dark times when we close our eyes
It's a nightmare, it’s a nightmare
When the sun don't shine we lose our minds
But I swear, we can get there
[Chorus]
We've got young blood, can't destroy us
We make our own luck in this world
We've got young blood, no one chose us
We make our own love in this world
[Bridge]
And the voices will get loud
If you never learn to shut them out
If you're lost you can be found
If you follow me until you hear the sound
Put em up, put em up now
If you know we're never backing down
We're never backing down, no
Hey!
[Chorus]
We've got young blood, can't destroy us
We make our own luck in this world
We've got young blood, no one chose us
We make our own love in this world
We've got young blood, can't destroy us
We make our own luck in this world
We've got young blood, no one chose us
We make our own love in this world
[Outro]
Yeah, cause we've got young blood
Kitty Saurus Rex
But in dark times when we close our eyes
It’s a nightmare, it’s a nightmare
When the sun don’t shine we lose our minds
But I swear, we can get there
We’ve got young blood
Can’t destroy us
We make our own luck in this world
We’ve got young blood
No one chose us
We make our own love in this world
Awesomeness
AMAZING, BEA! 👏💕
Bronte Spidaliere
Ikr! #sotrue
Dolores B
Beatrice Miller and reed deming are my all time singing idols
#BeaMiller
Ethan Harris Riggs
this is hilarious
Athos Callir
Anjelina bailarina
Zoe San Miguel
***** why would you say that about someone
Kurrs
Bea miller randomly popped in my head and now i'm listening to her songs I used to listen to.
luvmxll
Samee
Nicholas Ricketts
How accurate
Jenna Cook
Me the last few days: I’m gonna listen to exclusively Bea Miller