In 2016, their breakout moment arrived when the remix of their original song "Lighthouse," produced by Swedish DJ and producer Andrelli, garnered widespread acclaim and reached audiences in Sweden, Norway, and various parts of Europe.
Initially recognized for their harmonizing indie-folk sound, Hearts & Colors ventured into new territory and explored a more polished and electronic style. In 2017, they released singles like "For the Love" and "Shame," followed by "Yung Luv" in 2018, showcasing their evolving musical direction.
Transitioning from covers to original material, Hearts & Colors signed with Island Records and unveiled their debut original track, "Too Many Friends," in February 2018. Later that year, they simultaneously released "Lying to Myself" and "Waterbed," solidifying their presence as singer-songwriters in the industry.
Continuing their musical journey, Hearts & Colors delivered a string of singles throughout 2018, including "L.A. on a Saturday Night." In 2019, they unveiled "Lion" and "I Don't Care," displaying a return to their acoustic guitar-driven roots.
Fireflies
Hearts & Colors Lyrics
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If ten million fireflies lit up the world as i fell asleep
′Cause they'd fill the open air
And leave teardrops everywhere
You′d think me rude but I would just stand and stare
I'd like to make myself believe
That planet Earth turns slowly
′Cause everything is never as it seems
'Cause I′d get a thousand hugs from ten thousand lightning bugs
As they tried to teach me how to dance
A foxtrot above my head
A sock hop beneath my bed
A disco ball is just hanging by a thread
()
(Whem I fall asleep)
Leave my door open just a crack
(Please take me away from here)
'Cause I feel like such an insomniac
(Please take me away from here)
Why do I tire of counting sheep
(Please take me away from here)
When I′m far too tired to fall asleep
To ten million fireflies
I'm weird ′cause I hate goodbyes
I got misty eyes as they said farewell
But I'll know where several are
If my dreams get real bizarre
'Cause I saved a few and I keep them in a jar
(I fall asleep)
I′d like to make myself believe that planet earth turns slowly
It′s hard to say that I'd rather stay awake when I′m asleep
Because my dreams are bursting at the seams
In "Fireflies" by Hearts & Colors, the lyrics describe a dream world where everything is magical and surreal. The opening lines, "You would not believe your eyes/If ten million fireflies lit up the world as I fell asleep," depict an otherworldly atmosphere. The singer is hypnotized by the fireflies' glow and teardrops that seem to be left behind in the air when they disappear. Even if others thought it was strange, the singer would stand and stare at the beauty around them.
The singer admits that they would like to pretend that the world's pace is much slower than it actually is, and they enjoy being asleep because they find it hard to deal with reality. The line "′Cause everything is never as it seems" emphasizes the singer's desire to escape the chaos and search for a place where things make more sense.
The second half of the song continues the dreamy, surreal theme with the chorus about "a thousand hugs from ten thousand lightning bugs." The verses that follow talk about a foxtrot above the singer's head with a disco ball hanging from a string. The dream world described is full of events that are almost unreal, seemingly out of reach, but somehow familiar.
The song's overall message seems to suggest a longing to escape reality and to find comfort in dreaming. The dream world might be full of weird wonders, but they beat the chaos and complexities of real-life, which the singer is clearly struggling to face.
Line by Line Meaning
You would not believe your eyes
The sight of ten million fireflies would be incomprehensible
If ten million fireflies lit up the world as I fell asleep
Imagine the world bathed in light as I doze off
′Cause they'd fill the open air
They would occupy every inch of space in the natural surroundings
And leave teardrops everywhere
The fireflies would make it seem like there are droplets of water in the air
You′d think me rude but I would just stand and stare
I would be lost in the mesmerizing scene, standing still without any interaction
I'd like to make myself believe
I prefer to imagine something unreal to escape the reality
That planet Earth turns slowly
I wish the Earth moved in slow motion
Its hard to say that I'd rather stay awake when I′m asleep
I can't decide whether I should stay awake or sleep
′Cause everything is never as it seems
Reality is not always what we expect it to be
'Cause I’d get a thousand hugs from ten thousand lightning bugs
Lightning bugs would hug me as I learn to dance
As they tried to teach me how to dance
Fireflies would try to teach me how to move gracefully
A foxtrot above my head
The dance would be above me, in the air
A sock hop beneath my bed
There is a dance party below my bed
A disco ball is just hanging by a thread
The party is happening under a disco ball hanging delicately
Leave my door open just a crack
I want a slight opening of the door when I sleep
(Please take me away from here)
I wish to escape this place
'Cause I feel like such an insomniac
I can't sleep, making me feel like an insomniac
Why do I tire of counting sheep
I wonder why counting sheep does not help me fall asleep anymore
When I′m far too tired to fall asleep
Although exhausted, my brain refuses to sleep
To ten million fireflies
I address the ten million fireflies
I'm weird ′cause I hate goodbyes
I'm different for disliking goodbyes
I got misty eyes as they said farewell
I felt emotional when the fireflies left
But I'll know where several are
I've kept some fireflies in a jar, so I know where they are
If my dreams get real bizarre
If my dreams take an odd or crazy turn, they will be my comforting company
Because my dreams are bursting at the seams
My dreams are overflowing in my mind to the point of bursting
Writer(s): Tobias Granbacka
Contributed by Declan G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@ste8510
You would not believe your eyes
If ten million fireflies
Lit up the world as I fell asleep
'Cause they'd fill the open air
And leave teardrops everywhere
You'd think me rude, but I would just stand and stare
I'd like to make myself believe
That planet Earth turns slowly
It's hard to say that I'd rather stay awake when I'm asleep
'Cause everything is never as it seems
'Cause I'd get a thousand hugs
From ten thousand lightning bugs
As they try to teach me how to dance
A fox-trot above my head
A sock-hop beneath my bed
A disco ball is just hanging by a thread
I'd like to make myself believe
That planet Earth turns slowly
It's hard to say that I'd rather stay awake when I'm asleep
'Cause everything is never as it seems
@20Jini
That Harmony ♥
Good job Thor and Loki.
@jovito13superior
HAHAHA, made my day!
@kayzellepardo1153
Hahaha!
@Shiere
Omg it totally is thor and loki
@robertstankovic644
lmaooo
@taufikarilesmana7985
sajini susan lol :v
@katelynriggs6616
you should really do "I see fire" by Ed Sheeran
@ste8510
You would not believe your eyes
If ten million fireflies
Lit up the world as I fell asleep
'Cause they'd fill the open air
And leave teardrops everywhere
You'd think me rude, but I would just stand and stare
I'd like to make myself believe
That planet Earth turns slowly
It's hard to say that I'd rather stay awake when I'm asleep
'Cause everything is never as it seems
'Cause I'd get a thousand hugs
From ten thousand lightning bugs
As they try to teach me how to dance
A fox-trot above my head
A sock-hop beneath my bed
A disco ball is just hanging by a thread
I'd like to make myself believe
That planet Earth turns slowly
It's hard to say that I'd rather stay awake when I'm asleep
'Cause everything is never as it seems
@franciscosaravia6081
Thx
@salaam3479
Thanks