The band's single "It's Time", which previously appeared on the "It's Time" and "Continued Silence" EPs in addition to appearing on "Night Visions", is the group's biggest hit, reaching #33 on the Billboard Hot 100.
In a dark kitchen in the middle of a sweaty night in Las Vegas, all 6’4” of Dan Reynolds is hunched over a laptop, slapping beats on the table and crooning lyrics into a tiny microphone. Before long, he and the other three members of indie rock band Imagine Dragons would be playing “It’s Time,” that same laptop-demo-turned-supersized-anthem, from the roof of a parking garage to a wave of thousands of screaming fans. This song title to the single from their 2012 debut KidInaKorner/Interscope release “Continued Silence EP” is an all too apt descriptor of the band’s hard-earned success—but it’s also emblematic of the deep-seated anxiety Reynolds and the rest of the band experienced leaving behind any realistic expectation of a normal job to do the thing they love most.
A third-generation Las Vegas native, Reynolds is no stranger to the adage “the house always wins,” choosing to pave his musical career with a near obsessive work ethic and hundreds of unused demos rather than roll the dice with the first songs that sprung from his mouth. It’s no surprise, then, that he was drawn to guitarist Wayne Sermon, another founding member of Imagine Dragons. Having practically grown up in a recording studio and graduated Berklee College of Music, Wayne had been practicing his guitar through meals and other socially inappropriate situations as long as he could remember; he challenged Dan in a way that was both uncomfortable and exactly what they both needed. When they began writing songs together and recognized something special was happening, Wayne called up his Berklee friend Ben McKee, who promptly dropped out of school with only a few credits left, moving across the country to play bass for the band. This sort of reckless/genius behavior is typical for Ben, who has an uncanny penchant for spicy food and a suitcase full of unbelievable road stories. More recently, the band was joined by drummer Daniel Platzman, another Bostonian schoolmate who seems way too nice to be playing rock and roll until you actually see him in action.
Several tours and three self-released EPs later, Imagine Dragons had made a serious name for itself, particularly in the west coast circuit. Although their songs vary from nearly whimsical and light to brooding and powerful, listeners are drawn to the inherent honesty in the music. The only rule of thumb for the band, it seems, is to write from a true place; the result is songs that literally run the spectrum of human emotion. Attend a concert, and it becomes clear that the live performance of deeply personal songs has a real effect on people. And the band itself is not immune, as demonstrated when Dan literally passed out into the drum set during a finale song, sending cymbals and drum stands crashing while the rest of the band played on until the close.
Great songwriting is bound to be noticed eventually. As proof that the harder you work, the luckier you get, one of those people who noticed was Grammy winning producer Alex da Kid (Eminem, Rihanna). Alex and Dan began collaborating on projects, and soon the band had developed a relationship with Alex and his team. The alchemy resulting from Alex’s hip hop sensibilities and Imagine Dragons’ anthemic rock is nothing short of explosive. The byproduct of this creative collision is “Continued Silence,” a six song in-your-face sonic grenade that breaks musical boundaries and yet is strangely relatable by its improbably diverse audience.
Despite it all, on any given day when they aren’t on the road playing shows, you can still find Imagine Dragons huddled away in a rehearsal room somewhere, banging out song after song in search of the next perfect track. Like most things in Vegas, the band is angled at going big or going bust. For the sake of those who love great music, we hope it’s the former.
Children of the Sky
Imagine Dragons Lyrics
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All my life's led to this and now I see what I've become
I always had doubted that I could ever be someone
That mattered, that shattered all these glass ceilings up above
All that I want
Is to see all the things that I could be
Destiny is calling me
We're children of the sky, flying up so high
Let me be that one to find the brightest sun
We're children of the sky, guided by the light
Let me reach new heights, stars amongst the night
Children of the sky
I cannot give up hope, though there are storms within my seas
Won't turn back when I lack, sometimes it's hard just to believe
I've wanted to save us from ourselves
Just wanted to raise up, to save us from ourselves
All that I want
Is to see all the things that we could be
Destiny is calling me
We're children of the sky, flying up so high
Let me be that one to find the brightest sun
We're children of the sky, guided by the light
Let me reach new heights, stars amongst the night
When we look back, what we will see?
We were a part of everything
Up in the heavens, down in the seas
We were a part of everything
When we look back, what we will see?
We were a part of everything
Up in the heavens, down in the seas
We're a part of everything
We're children of the sky (children of the sky)
Flying up so high (stars amongst the night)
Children of the sky (children of the sky)
Take me to new heights (children of the sky)
We're children of the-
The lyrics of "Children of the Sky" by Imagine Dragons speak to the dreams and aspirations of the singer. In the first verse, the singer reflects on their personal journey and the realization of their transformation. They admit to doubting their own ability to be significant or influential, but now they see that they have become someone of importance. The line "that mattered, that shattered all these glass ceilings up above" suggests breaking through barriers and surpassing expectations.
The chorus emphasizes the desire to explore and fulfill their potential. They long to see all the possibilities that lie ahead and to answer the call of their destiny. The imagery of being children of the sky symbolizes their desire to soar high and reach for greatness. They want to be the one to find the brightest sun, guided by the light and leaving a mark as bright as stars in the night sky.
The second verse reveals the difficulties and challenges they face in their pursuit of their dreams. They acknowledge the existence of internal struggles, storms within their own seas. Despite these hardships, they are determined not to give up or turn back. Belief in themselves can sometimes be hard to maintain, but they strive to save themselves and others from their own limitations.
The song culminates with a reflection on humanity's place in the world. The lyrics suggest that when they look back, they will realize that they were a part of everything, both in the heavens and the seas. This emphasizes the interconnectedness of all beings and the significance of each individual's contribution to the greater whole.
The overall message of "Children of the Sky" is one of hope, perseverance, and the belief in the potential to achieve great things. It speaks to the universal desire to make a difference, overcome obstacles, and leave a lasting impact.
Line by Line Meaning
Some days when I'm dreaming, I think of how far I have come
Reflecting on my progress, I envision the distance I've traveled
All my life's led to this, and now I see what I've become
All my experiences have led me to this moment, where I finally understand my true self
I always had doubted that I could ever be someone
I constantly questioned my ability to make a significant impact
That mattered, that shattered all these glass ceilings up above
Someone who is important, breaking through the barriers that once constrained me
All that I want is to see all the things that I could be
I desire to explore all the possibilities of who I can become
Destiny's calling me
Fate is summoning me to fulfill my purpose
We're children of the sky flying up so high
We are beings who transcend limits and soar to great heights
Let me be that one to find the brightest sun
Grant me the chance to discover the most radiant and positive aspects of life
We're children of the sky guided by the light
We are guided by inner illumination and wisdom
Let me reach new heights, stars amongst the night
Allow me to achieve unprecedented levels of success and become like a shining star in the darkness
I cannot give up hope, though there are storms within my seas
Even in the face of internal turmoil, I refuse to abandon hope
Won't turn back when I lack, sometimes it's hard just to believe
I won't retreat when self-doubt arises, as it can be challenging to maintain faith
I've wanted to save us from ourselves
I've aspired to rescue humanity from its own destructive tendencies
Just wanted to raise up, to save us from ourselves
Simply desired to elevate society and protect us from our own harmful actions
When we look back, what we will see?
In retrospect, what will our legacy reveal?
We were a part of everything
We were interconnected with the entire world
Up in the heavens, down in the seas
Existing in both celestial realms and the depths of the oceans
We're a part of everything
We are intimately connected to the entirety of existence
Take me to new heights
Elevate me to unparalleled levels of achievement
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Ben McKee, Dan Reynolds, Inon Zur, Mattias Larsson, Robin Fredriksson, Wayne Sermon
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Christ Black Rose
Children Of The Sky ❤❤
" Nous sommes les enfants du ciel, volant si haut
Laisse-moi être celui qui trouve le soleil le plus brillant
Nous sommes les enfants du ciel, guidés par la lumière
Laisse-moi atteindre de nouvelles hauteurs, aux étoiles parmi la nuit "
Une chanson remplie d'émotions !
Magnifique clip j'adore 🥰
Juste magnifique ❤❤
Tout simplement j'adore ❤
Imagine Dragons vous êtes EXTRA ❤❤
🥀🥀
Ciniツ
LYRICS 🎵:
Some days when I'm dreaming, I think of how far I have come
All my life's led to this, and now I see what I've become
I always had doubted that I could ever be someone
That mattered, that shattered all these glass ceilings up above
All that I want is to see all the things that I could be
Destiny's calling me
We're children of the sky, flying up so high
Let me be that one to find the brightest sun
We're children of the sky, guided by the light
Let me reach new heights, to stars amongst the night
Children of the sky
I cannot give up hope, though there are storms within my seas
Won't turn back when I lack, sometimes it's hard just to believe
I've wanted to save us from ourselves
Just wanted to raise up, to save us from ourselves
All that I want is to see all the things that we could be
Destiny's calling me
We're children of the sky, flying up so high
Let me be that one to find the brightest sun
Children of the sky, guided by the light
Let me reach new heights, to stars amongst the night
When we look back, what will we see?
We were a part of everything
Up in the heavens, down to the seas
We were a part of everything
When we look back, what will we see?
We were a part of everything
Up in the heavens, down to the seas
We were part of everything
We're children of the sky (Children of the sky), flying up so high (Stars amongst the night)
Children of the sky (Children of the sky), take me to new heights (Children of the sky)
We're children of the—
Martin Georgiev
They literally don't have a bad song, everything is just goated
cam
Bullet In A Gun says hi (i don’t hate it but it is pretty bad, like, objectively from a music standpoint lmao)
Idotaxevasion
@camI absolutely love that song
Micah6743(3)
Hii
Yazan Madanat DJ
Because they are IMAGINE DRAGONS
Yazan Madanat DJ
@camnah for me I love it I think it depends on your taste of music
Cesar DC
Beautiful song ❤
Karina Ivanova
The song we thought we didn't needed..but it's so accurate today, with what happening in the world today...for those children who lost they dream of what they could be 🙏🙏🙏
Diamond Music
As someone once said, "Imagine Dragons don't make songs, they produce emotions."
Gex
Thank you for being the one to say this to me i agree hope you have a great day today friend