Likely inspired by Dan Reynolds‘ changing relationship with his wife Aja Volkman, Dan insisted they would remain best friends even after their temporary split.
Although not originally a single from the album, the song became a fan favorite, being broadcast on numerous international radio stations and encouraging the creation and release of a remix with Italian singer-songwriter, Elisa.
The animated music video, released July 24th, 2019, tells the story of a young girl who inherits the power of flight from her mother. Imagine Dragons are known for their strong stand against bullying, and Dan Reynolds in particular is a staunch supporter of the LGBTQ+ community. These truths about self identity are reflected in this video.
Birds
Imagine Dragons Lyrics
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Pumpin' the blood, we were the flood
We were the body and
Two lives, one life
Stickin' it out, lettin' you down
Makin' it right
Seasons, they will change
Dreams will make you cry, cry, cry
Everything is temporary
Everything will slide
Love will never die, die, die
I know that, ooh, birds fly in different directions
Ooh, I hope to see you again
Sunsets, sunrises
Livin' the dream, watchin' the leaves
Changin' the seasons
Some nights I think of you
Relivin' the past, wishin' it'd last
Wishin' and dreamin'
Seasons, they will change
Life will make you grow
Death can make you hard, hard, hard
Everything is temporary
Everything will slide
Love will never die, die, die
I know that, ooh, birds fly in different directions
Ooh, I hope to see you again
Ooh, birds fly in different direction
Ooh, so fly high, so fly high
When the moon is lookin' down
Shinin' light upon your ground
I'm flyin' up to let you see
That the shadow cast is me
I know that, ooh, birds fly in different directions
Ooh, I hope to see you again
Ooh, birds fly in different directions
Ooh, so fly high, so fly high
Ooh, so fly high, so fly high
Ooh, so fly high, so fly high
"Two hearts, one valve/Pumpin' the blood, we were the flood/We were the body and/Two lives, one life/Stickin' it out, lettin' you down/Makin' it right" - The opening verses describe a deep and intense relationship between two people depicted as the body ("pumping blood") and the flood. The couple might be struggling, but they both work together as one and aim to make things right.
"Seasons, they will change/Life will make you grow/Dreams will make you cry, cry, cry/Everything is temporary/Everything will slide/Love will never die, die, die" - This chorus describes the ups and downs of life, how everything is temporary, and how love is the only constant. Seasons change and so do people; life will have its challenges and heartaches, but love will never truly die.
"I know that, ooh, birds fly in different directions/Ooh, I hope to see you again" - The chorus moves into a more hopeful tone, as the singer acknowledges that people change, but they hope to reconnect with the person they're addressing, even if their paths take them in different directions.
"Sunsets, sunrises/Livin' the dream, watchin' the leaves/Changin' the seasons/Some nights I think of you/Relivin' the past, wishin' it'd last/Wishin' and dreamin'" - These verses describe memories of the past, and how the singer wishes their time with their loved one could have lasted longer. The imagery of nature portrays the passage of time and how everything changes.
"When the moon is lookin' down/Shinin' light upon your ground/I'm flyin' up to let you see/That the shadow cast is me" - The final verses suggest that the singer is trying to connect with their loved one despite their physical distance. The shadow is the singer's metaphorical extension, a part of them that will always be with their loved one, even when they're apart.
Line by Line Meaning
Two hearts, one valve
We were two people with only one goal, pumping our love through the same beat
Pumpin' the blood, we were the flood
Our love was so strong that it felt like we were the flood itself, overflowing with passion
We were the body and
We were inseparable, like two parts of the same body
Two lives, one life
We may have had separate lives, but our love made us feel like we were living the same life
Stickin' it out, lettin' you down
Even though there were times when we disappointed each other, we stayed committed and remained by each other's side
Makin' it right
We did our best to fix our mistakes and make amends for any hurt we caused
Seasons, they will change
Just like the seasons come and go, change is a natural part of life
Life will make you grow
The challenges and experiences that we go through in life help us to grow and mature
Dreams will make you cry, cry, cry
Sometimes our dreams don't come true, and that can be a painful experience
Everything is temporary
Nothing lasts forever; everything in life is fleeting
Everything will slide
Everything in life is constantly changing; we can't always hold onto the things we love
Love will never die, die, die
Despite the impermanence of life, love is something that can last forever
I know that, ooh, birds fly in different directions
Just like birds fly in different directions, people go their separate ways in life
Ooh, I hope to see you again
Despite going separate ways, there's always a chance that we might reunite someday
Sunsets, sunrises
The passing of time is marked by the cycles of the sun rising and setting
Livin' the dream, watchin' the leaves
Living life to the fullest, taking in the beauty of nature and enjoying the journey
Changin' the seasons
The changing of the seasons symbolizes the passage of time and the inevitability of change
Some nights I think of you
Even though we've gone our separate ways, I still think about you sometimes
Relivin' the past, wishin' it'd last
Thinking back on our memories together and wishing that things hadn't changed
Wishin' and dreamin'
Hoping that someday we might have another chance
Death can make you hard, hard, hard
Experiencing loss and grief can make you emotionally hardened and guarded
When the moon is lookin' down
The moon has a mystical quality that can evoke feelings of love and longing
Shinin' light upon your ground
The moonlight is a symbol of hope and guidance, shining a light on our path forward
I'm flyin' up to let you see
I'm reaching out to you, hoping that you'll remember our love and the good times we had
That the shadow cast is me
Even though we may be apart, my presence will always be with you, like a shadow that never fades
Ooh, so fly high, so fly high
Even though we may be separated, we should both strive to live our best lives and pursue our dreams
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Benjamin Arthur McKee, Daniel Platzman, Daniel Wayne Sermon, Daniel Reynolds, Joel Little
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Two hearts, one valve
Pumpin' the blood, we were the flood
We were the body and
Two lives, one life
Stickin' it out, lettin' you down
Makin' it right
Seasons, they will change
Life will make you grow
Dreams will make you cry, cry, cry
Everything is temporary
Everything will slide
Love will never die, die, die
I know that, ooh, birds fly in different directions
Ooh, I hope to see you again
Sunsets, sunrises
Livin' the dream, watchin' the leaves
Changin' the seasons
Some nights I think of you
Relivin' the past, wishin' it'd last
Wishin' and dreamin'
Seasons, they will change
Life will make you grow
Death can make you hard, hard, hard
Everything is temporary
Everything will slide
Love will never die, die, die
I know that, ooh, birds fly in different directions
Ooh, I hope to see you again
Ooh, birds fly in different direction
Ooh, so fly high, so fly high
When the moon is lookin' down
Shinin' light upon your ground
I'm flyin' up to let you see
That the shadow cast is me
I know that, ooh, birds fly in different directions
Ooh, I hope to see you again
Ooh, birds fly in different directions
Ooh, so fly high, so fly high
Ooh, so fly high, so fly high
Ooh, so fly high, so fly high
@josuearias4291
Director: How many hearts do you want to touch?
Imagine Dragons: Yes
@fishmunchin
Yes???
@aloowarrior1634
why would a director ask something like that
@smriel8274
It’s Russian joke. You guys can’t understand it.
@smolensk_witch
Алипбек Шихшабеков, ехехе)
@mosesblunt9366
Definitely 🌼💕🌼
@red_falcon
Imagine Dragons (2012): "Demons"
Imagine Dragons (2019): "Birds"
@logancasner8467
You have to fall before you can fly
@puiihmar6105
@@logancasner8467 ❤
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