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 6â4â 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 âItâs Time,â 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 âContinued Silence EPâ is an all too apt descriptor of the bandâs hard-earned successâbut itâs 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 âthe house always wins,â 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. Itâs 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 Alexâs hip hop sensibilities and Imagine Dragonsâ anthemic rock is nothing short of explosive. The byproduct of this creative collision is âContinued Silence,â 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 arenât 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 itâs the former.
Its OK
Imagine Dragons Lyrics
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Everybody walks like they just know the way
Every single day, holdin' back the tears
She'd never say a word 'cause there's nobody that hears
It's okay to be not okay
It's just fine to be out of your mind
Breathe in deep, just a day at a time (ooh, ooh)
Mine is broken, how is yours?
Sure it helps to hear the news and political discourse
Fear, that is what he felt
Every single day, 'cause all the boys would play
Don't you dare be weak, emasculated freak
Last up on the fence, tell me where's the sense?
It's okay to be not okay
It's just fine to be out of your mind
Breathe in deep, just a day at a time (ooh, ooh)
'Cause it's okay to be out of your mind
I don't want this body, I don't want this voice
I don't wanna be here but I guess I have no choice
Just let me live my truth, that's all I wanna do
Baby, you're not broken, just a little bit confused
It's okay to be not okay (I need you here with me)
It's just fine to be out of your mind (I can't do it all alone)
Breathe in deep, just a day at a time (just a day at a time)
'Cause it's okay to be out of your mind (it's okay, out of your mind)
It's okay to be not okay (I need you here with me)
It's just fine to be out of your mind (I can't do it all alone)
Breathe in deep, just a day at a time (just a day at a time)
'Cause it's okay to be out of your mind (it's okay, out of your mind)
(Ga-da, la-la, la-la, la-la, la)
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In Imagine Dragons's song "It," the lyrics paint a picture of two different individuals facing their own struggles and feeling misunderstood. The first verse describes a woman who is constantly surrounded by people but feels isolated because no one seems to listen to her. She holds back her tears and chooses to remain silent. The chorus reassures her that it's okay to not be okay and that it's fine to feel like you are out of your mind. The lyrics encourage her to take one day at a time and to let go of the pressure to conform to other people's standards.
The second verse introduces a man who is anxious and fearful. He is constantly surrounded by his peers who mock him for showing any signs of weakness. He wonders where the sense is in trying to fit in with people who only seem to value strength and masculinity. The chorus reassures him that it's okay to not be okay and that he doesn't have to face his struggles alone.
The bridge of the song is a plea for understanding and acceptance. The lyrics suggest that sometimes people don't want their current circumstances and that they don't feel like they have a choice. The singer asks to be allowed to live their own truth and to be accepted even though they may be confused.
Overall, "It" is a song about acceptance and self-love. The lyrics encourage individuals to embrace their emotions and to be okay with feeling vulnerable. The chorus reinforces the message of the song by stating that it's okay to feel like you are out of your mind and that it's important to take things one day at a time.
Line by Line Meaning
She could always hear every word they say
She felt like how she was being talked about was always clear to her
Everybody walks like they just know the way
People seem to walk around with a sense of confidence like they know what they're doing
Every single day, holdin' back the tears
Every day she tries to hide her emotions and not cry
She'd never say a word 'cause there's nobody that hears
She feels like no one listens or understands her, so she never speaks up
It's okay to be not okay
It's perfectly normal to not feel okay and have struggles
It's just fine to be out of your mind
It's okay to be overwhelmed and feel like you're losing control
Breathe in deep, just a day at a time (ooh, ooh)
Take a deep breath and focus on one day at a time to get through difficult moments
'Cause it's okay to be out of your mind, mind
It's okay to feel like you're going crazy, it's a part of mental health
Mine is broken, how is yours?
He's opening up about his own emotional struggles and checking in on how others are doing
Sure it helps to hear the news and political discourse
Hearing about current events and politics can be helpful in feeling informed and aware
Fear, that is what he felt
He's admitting to feeling fear and acknowledging it's a normal feeling
Every single day, 'cause all the boys would play
He's feeling left out and anxious because he's not involved in activities with his male peers
Don't you dare be weak, emasculated freak
He's internalized societal expectations of masculinity, feeling like he will be judged and ridiculed if he shows any weakness
Last up on the fence, tell me where's the sense?
He feels like he's left to figure things out alone and doesn't understand why he's always last to be included
I don't want this body, I don't want this voice
He's uncomfortable with his own physical appearance and voice
I don't wanna be here but I guess I have no choice
He's feeling trapped and like he has no control over his own life
Just let me live my truth, that's all I wanna do
He wants to be able to be himself and live authentically without fear of judgment or ridicule
Baby, you're not broken, just a little bit confused
He's assuring someone that they're not broken or messed up, they just need some guidance and clarity
I need you here with me
He's asking for someone's support and presence
I can't do it all alone
He's admitting that he can't handle everything on his own and needs help
(Ga-da, la-la, la-la, la-la, la)
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Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Andrew Tolman, Wayne Sermon, Dan Reynolds, Daniel Platzman, Ben McKee
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@mhairi3726
Of course it's ok to feel all the emotions: let them flow & let them go. It's when they get stuck, it becomes a problem.
Ironically while we all (in developed countries) pretend to be ok, or only show the "highlight reel" on social media, the reality is that the majority of the world is actually depressed, anxious, in pain, living in fear, living in oppressed countries, living in poverty, abuse, homeless, sick, in war torn countries or suffering with the thoughts in our own minds.
It's ok to be not ok. Then work on transforming the negative energy into positive energy, for your own sake and the sake of Humanity. We can do this by learning to distance our True Higher Selves from the thoughts in our minds. Then we can feel the love & peace that's already within (just hidden by all the thoughts & visions in our minds).
We are Vibrational Energy Beings having a temporary human experience. We are all connected through Source Energy.
Take good care of yourselves & each other, much love & many blessings đđ
@nobody7465
"It's Ok"
She could always hear every word they say
Everybody walks like they just know the way
Every single day holding back the tears
She'd never say a word 'cause there's nobody that hears
It's okay to be not okay
It's just fine to be out of your mind
Breathe in deep, just a day at a time
'Cause it's okay to be out of your mind, mind
Mine is broken, how is yours?
Sure, it helps to hear the news and political discourse
Fear, that is what he felt
Every single day as all the boys would play
Don't you dare be weak, emasculated freak
Last up on the fence, tell me, where's the sense?
It's okay to be not okay
It's just fine to be out of your mind
Breathe in deep, just a day at a time
'Cause it's okay to be out of your mind
I don't want this body, I don't want this voice
I don't wanna be here, but I guess I have no choice
Just let me live my truth, that's all I wanna do
Baby, you're not broken, just a little bit confused
It's okay to be not okay (I need you here with me)
It's just fine to be out of your mind (I can't do it all alone)
Breathe in deep, just a day at a time
'Cause it's okay to be out of your mind (It's okay, out of your mind)
It's okay to be not okay (I need you here with me)
It's just fine to be out of your mind (I can't do it all alone)
Breathe in deep, just a day at a time
'Cause it's okay to be out of your mind (It's okay, come on and on and on and on)
La, la, la, la-la, la, la, la, la-la
La, la, la, la-la, la, la, la, la-la
La, la, la, la-la, la, la, la, la-la
La, la, la, la-la, la, la, la, la-la, la
@spicybeast1018
[Verse 1]
She could always hear every word they say
Everybody walks like they just know the way
Every single day holding back the tears
She'd never say a word 'cause there's nobody that hears
[Chorus]
It's okay to be not okay
It's just fine to be out of your mind
Breathe in deep, just a day at a time
'Cause it's okay to be out of your mind, mind
[Verse 2]
Mine is broken, how is yours?
Sure, it helps to hear the news and political discourse
Fear, that is what he felt
Every single day as all the boys would play
Don't you darД be weak, emasculatДd freak
Last up on the fence, tell me, where's the sense?
[Chorus]
It's okay to be not okay
It's just fine to be out of your mind
Breathe in deep, just a day at a time
'Cause it's okay to be out of your mind
[Bridge]
I don't want this body, I don't want this voice
I don't wanna be here, but I guess I have no choice
Just let me live my truth, that's all I wanna do
Baby, you're not broken, just a little bit confused
[Chorus]
It's okay to be not okay (I need you here with me)
It's just fine to be out of your mind (I can't do it all alone)
Breathe in deep, just a day at a time
'Cause it's okay to be out of your mind (It's okay, out of your mind)
It's okay to be not okay (I need you here with me)
It's just fine to be out of your mind (I can't do it all alone)
Breathe in deep, just a day at a time
'Cause it's okay to be out of your mind (It's okay, come on and on and on and on)
[Outro]
La, la, la, la-la, la, la, la, la-la
La, la, la, la-la, la, la, la, la-la
La, la, la, la-la, la, la, la, la-la
La, la, la, la-la, la, la, la, la-la, la
@ZachariahMBaird
They've gotten so much more chill melodically, but way more heavy lyrically.
@ImJust_BuiltDifferent
Ikr
@tonidalemon3013
Yea
@vander1750
Giants isn't that chill
@Catman_321
yes
honestly a change for the better imo
@juliocesardo1d466
The objective of album is it
@ana_caona
The whole world tells us to feel ok, it's a relief to be able to hear that you CAN feel bad sometimes, because life isn't a movie where everything is perfect
@tovanto3971
https://youtu.be/RaHw6ElcHD0
@mhairi3726
Of course it's ok to feel all the emotions: let them flow & let them go. It's when they get stuck, it becomes a problem.
Ironically while we all (in developed countries) pretend to be ok, or only show the "highlight reel" on social media, the reality is that the majority of the world is actually depressed, anxious, in pain, living in fear, living in oppressed countries, living in poverty, abuse, homeless, sick, in war torn countries or suffering with the thoughts in our own minds.
It's ok to be not ok. Then work on transforming the negative energy into positive energy, for your own sake and the sake of Humanity. We can do this by learning to distance our True Higher Selves from the thoughts in our minds. Then we can feel the love & peace that's already within (just hidden by all the thoughts & visions in our minds).
We are Vibrational Energy Beings having a temporary human experience. We are all connected through Source Energy.
Take good care of yourselves & each other, much love & many blessings đđ
@Claironbidon
Yees u're right