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.
Forever
Imagine Dragons Lyrics
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Do you really want to live forever?
Forever, and ever
Forever young, I want to be forever young
(Forever young)
Do you really want to live forever?
Forever, and ever
Heaven can wait we're only watching the skies
Hoping for the best but expecting the worst
Are you gonna drop the bomb or not?
Let us die young or let us live forever
We don't have the power but
We never say never
Hoping for the best but expecting the worst
Music's for the sad men
Forever young, I want to be forever young
(Forever young)
Do you really want to live forever?
Forever, and ever
Forever young, I want to be forever young
(Forever young)
Do you really want to live forever?
Forever, forever young
The lyrics of "Forever" by Imagine Dragons touch upon the theme of immortality and the desire to remain youthful and vibrant forever. The repeated refrain "Forever young, I want to be forever young" expresses the longing for eternal youth and the fear of mortality. The question posed in the lines "Do you really want to live forever?" challenges the listener to reflect on the implications of immortality and consider if it is truly desirable.
The verses that follow speak of a carefree attitude towards life, suggesting that one should enjoy the present moment and dance with abandon. The mention of "Heaven can wait we're only watching the skies" alludes to a sense of optimism and a willingness to delay thoughts of the afterlife. However, there is also a hint of uncertainty and apprehension in the lines "Hoping for the best but expecting the worst," which reflects the complexity of human emotions and the unpredictability of life.
The lyrics then explore the dichotomy between living fast and dying young or pursuing everlasting life. The lines "Let us die young or let us live forever, We don't have the power but We never say never" convey a sense of defiance and determination, despite acknowledging the limitations of human existence. This juxtaposition of youthful exuberance and contemplation of mortality conveys a sense of rebellion against the inevitability of aging and the passage of time.
The song concludes with a repetition of the longing to be forever young, emphasizing the yearning for eternal youth and vitality. The final lines "Forever, forever young" reiterate the central theme of the song and encapsulate the timeless desire to defy aging and cling to the vibrancy of youth. Overall, "Forever" by Imagine Dragons is a poignant exploration of the human quest for immortality and the bittersweet realization of the fleeting nature of life.
Line by Line Meaning
Forever young, I want to be forever young
To always have a youthful and fresh outlook on life, never growing old in spirit
Do you really want to live forever?
Is eternal life something you truly desire?
Forever, and ever
For an infinite amount of time, without end
Let's dance in style, let's dance for a while
Engage in joyful and carefree activities, enjoying the moment
Heaven can wait we're only watching the skies
There's plenty of time for serious matters, for now, let's just enjoy the beauty around us
Hoping for the best but expecting the worst
Optimistically looking forward to positive outcomes, but also being prepared for disappointment
Are you gonna drop the bomb or not?
Are you going to reveal some shocking or troubling news?
Let us die young or let us live forever
Whether a short life or an eternal one, the choice is ours
We don't have the power but
We may not have control over everything, but
We never say never
We remain hopeful and open to possibilities, never completely closing ourselves off
Music's for the sad men
Music can provide solace and comfort for those feeling down
Forever, forever young
For all eternity, maintaining a youthful and optimistic mindset
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@swanswan1101
, I want to be forever young
Do you really want to live forever?
Forever, and ever
Forever young, I want to be forever young (Forever young)
Do you really want to live forever?
Forever, and ever
{Verse 1}
Let's dance in style, let's dance for a while
Heaven can wait we're only watching the skies
Hoping for the best but expecting the worst
Are you gonna drop the bomb or not?
{Verse 2}
Let us die young or let us live forever
We don't have the power but we never say never
Forever young, I want to be forever young (Forever young)
Do you really want to live forever?
Forever, and ever
Forever young, I want to be forever young (Forever young)
@laetitiajuppin7395
When you're happy, you enjoy the music.
When you're sad, you understand the lyrics.
@LWsquidwardIsOurSavior
i've never heard anyone say that unironically before
@rodrigosabino7051
Minha banda internacional preferida top de mais imagine dragons sempre se reinventado cantado um clássico
@clintonimemeh9609
Woah.. This hits differently everytime. I love you guys
@danicawatson6842
Goosebumps ❤
@lucasgaming598
omg its better than every other song and its such a good song
just like how the imagine dragon team is so good
@user-po8kw4ob3m
Magnífico ❤️👏👏👏👏👏🇵🇹
@witheredgardenofbrokenhopes
Man I literally got goosebumps and my heart was pumping so fast, I cried so hard tonight 🤍
@kylet4140
If you ever have the chance go to one of their gigs. They’re so good at making the entire crowd feel the emotion from the stage whether it’s, happiness, sadness or whatever
@matty_cakess
Alright two things:
1. The drummer fucking rocks 🪨
2. That solo sent me to heaven ⛪️