Lead singer, Dan Reynolds, noted that "Natural" is about "finding yourself and being willing and able to stand up to whatever adversity comes your way". He said in a press release announcing the song: "Living in a dog-eat-dog world can bring out the worst in you, and sometimes, the best. It would be a lie to tell you I haven't become somewhat skeptical about some things in the last decade of my life. However, I believe that when you truly learn to love yourself, the judging eyes and hateful words become meaningless."
The song was chosen by ESPN as the anthem of the 2018 College Football season. It is the second time that an Imagine Dragons song was chosen, the first being "Roots" in 2015. "Natural" embodies the energy, spirit and drama of each team's journey to the College Football Playoff, and that is why it was chosen as this year's anthem," said Emeka Ofodile, ESPN vice president of sports marketing. It is also part of the soundtrack for EA Sports' NHL 19.
Natural
Imagine Dragons Lyrics
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When every one of them is giving up or giving in? Tell me
In this house of mine
Nothing ever comes without a consequence or cost, tell me
Will the stars align?
Will Heaven step in? Will it save us from our sin? Will it?
'Cause this house of mine stands strong
That's the price you pay
Leave behind your heart and cast away
Just another product of today
Rather be the hunter than the prey
And you're standing on the edge, face up 'cause you're a
Natural
A beating heart of stone
You gotta be so cold
To make it in this world
Yeah, you're a natural
Living your life cutthroat
You gotta be so cold
Yeah, you're a natural
Will somebody
Let me see the light within the dark trees shadowing?
What's happening?
Looking through the glass find the wrong within the past knowing
Oh, we are the youth
Cut until it bleeds, inside a world without the peace facing
A bit of the truth, the truth
That's the price you pay
Leave behind your heart and cast away
Just another product of today
Rather be the hunter than the prey
And you're standing on the edge, face up 'cause you're a
Natural
A beating heart of stone
You gotta be so cold
To make it in this world
Yeah, you're a natural
Living your life cutthroat
You gotta be so cold
Yeah, you're a natural
Deep inside me, I'm fading to black, I'm fading
Took an oath by the blood of my hand, won't break it
I can taste it, the end is upon us, I swear
I'm gonna make it
I'm gonna make it
Natural
A beating heart of stone
You gotta be so cold
To make it in this world
Yeah, you're a natural
Living your life cutthroat
You gotta be so cold
Yeah, you're a natural
Natural
Yeah, you're a natural
The lyrics to Imagine Dragons's song Natural speak to the strength and determination required to survive in the world. The opening lines pose a question of whether one will "hold the line" and "stand strong" despite the challenges faced by oneself and others. The lines also suggest that the house that the singer refers to comes with a cost, which raises the question of what the cost might be.
The chorus of the song seems to suggest that in order to make it in the world, one has to be "so cold" and leave behind their feelings of love and compassion. The lyrics seem to celebrate the strength required to be a "hunter" rather than "prey," and the "natural" qualities needed to survive in a cutthroat world. There's an element of darkness in the chorus, suggesting that one has to be tough to succeed in this world.
The bridge of the song hints at the personal struggle one might face in the world. The singer asks to be allowed to "see the light within the dark trees shadowing" and talks about how it's necessary to confront the truth, no matter how bleak it may seem. The song ends on a somewhat optimistic note, with the singer vowing to "make it" despite the challenges faced in the world.
Line by Line Meaning
Will you hold the line
Will you stay firm and steadfast in uncertain times?
When every one of them is giving up or giving in? Tell me
Will you remain resolute when others are caving under pressure?
In this house of mine
In my mind, where I am the master of my own thoughts and emotions
Nothing ever comes without a consequence or cost, tell me
Every action, decision or choice has its own consequences and costs
Will the stars align?
Will everything fall into place and turn out the way it's meant to be?
Will Heaven step in? Will it save us from our sin? Will it?
Will divine intervention come and save us from our mistakes and wrongdoings?
'Cause this house of mine stands strong
Because the place where I keep my thoughts and emotions is resilient and unbreakable
That's the price you pay
There is always a cost to achieving success or fulfilling a goal
Leave behind your heart and cast away
Sacrifice your emotions and desires in order to pursue your ambition
Just another product of today
Just another individual molded by the societal trends and norms of today
Rather be the hunter than the prey
Prefer to be in control of a situation than a passive victim of it
And you're standing on the edge, face up 'cause you're a
You're standing at the brink of your goal, confidently facing the challenges ahead
Natural
Having the innate qualities necessary to achieve greatness
A beating heart of stone
A heart that beats with strength and resilience, unbreakable and unyielding
You gotta be so cold
You must be emotionally detached and rational in order to succeed in this world
To make it in this world
To become successful and achieve your goals in life
Living your life cutthroat
Living in a competitive and ruthless environment where only the strongest survive
Will somebody
Is there anyone out there who can help me?
Let me see the light within the dark trees shadowing?
Help me find hope and positivity in the midst of negativity and hopelessness
What's happening?
What is going on in the world today?
Looking through the glass find the wrong within the past knowing
Reflecting on the past and realizing the mistakes and wrongs that were done
Oh, we are the youth
We are the generation that will shape the future
Cut until it bleeds, inside a world without the peace facing
Dealing with inner turmoil and conflict in a world that is chaotic and lacking in harmony
A bit of the truth, the truth
A piece of the truth that needs to be acknowledged and addressed
Deep inside me, I'm fading to black, I'm fading
Feeling a sense of hopelessness and despair that is slowly taking over
Took an oath by the blood of my hand, won't break it
Made a promise that is so sacred and important that I will never go back on it
I can taste it, the end is upon us, I swear
I know that the end is near and it's time to take action to achieve my goals
Natural
Inherently possessing the qualities necessary to succeed
Yeah, you're a natural
Yes, you are someone who is destined for greatness
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Benjamin Arthur McKee, Daniel Coulter Reynolds, Daniel James Platzman, Daniel Wayne Sermon, Justin Drew Tranter, Mattias Per Larsson, Robin Lennart Fredriksson
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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@LuciferMStar-ke4yl
2012:Demons,Radioactive,It's Time,Bleeding out
2013:Monster, On top of the world
2014:Battlecry
2015:Warriors
2016:Sucker for pain
2017:Believer,Thunder,Whatever it Takes
2018:Natural
2019:Bad liar,Birds
2021: Enemy
@mrj4082
2012:Demons,Radioactive,It's Time,Bleeding out
2013:Monster, On top of the world
2014:Battlecry
2015:Warriors
2016:Sucker for pain
2017:Believer,Thunder,Whatever it Takes
2018:Natural
2019:Bad liar,Birds
2021:Enemy
2022:Bones, Sharks
@kennyyau9549
Lyrics:
Will you hold the line?
When every one of them is giving up or giving in, tell me
In this house of mine?
Nothing ever comes without a consequence or cost, tell me
Will the stars align?
Will heaven step in? Will it save us from our sin? Will it?
'Cause this house of mine stands strong
That's the price you pay
Leave behind your heartache, cast away
Just another product of today
Rather be the hunter than the prey
And you're standing on the edge, face up 'cause you're a
Natural
A beating heart of stone
You gotta be so cold
To make it in this world
Yeah, you're a natural
Living your life cutthroat
You gotta be so cold
Yeah, you're a natural
Will somebody
Let me see the light within the dark trees' shadows and
What's happenin'?
Lookin' through the glass find the wrong within the past knowin'
We are the youth
Cut until it bleeds, inside a world without the peace facing
A bit of the truth, the truth
That's the price you pay
Leave behind your heartache, cast away
Just another product of today
Rather be the hunter than the prey
And you're standing on the edge, face up 'cause you're a
Natural
A beating heart of stone
You gotta be so cold
To make it in this world
Yeah, you're a natural
Living your life cutthroat
You gotta be so cold
Yeah, you're a natural
Deep inside me, I'm fading to black, I'm fading
Took an oath by the blood of my hand, won't break it
I can taste it, the end is upon us, I swear
Gonna make it
I'm gonna make it
Natural
A beating heart of stone
You gotta be so cold
To make it in this world
Yeah, you're a natural
Living your life cutthroat
You gotta be so cold
Yeah, you're a natural
Natural
Yeah, you're a natural
@LuciferMStar-ke4yl
2012:Demons,Radioactive,It's Time,Bleeding out
2013:Monster, On top of the world
2014:Battlecry
2015:Warriors
2016:Sucker for pain
2017:Believer,Thunder,Whatever it Takes
2018:Natural
2019:Bad liar,Birds
2021: Enemy
@hosseintm165
2021: Mercury act 1 has a lot of enjoyable songs as well
@tree_addict280
Dunno if this counts as an actual song but I heard of 'Dream' by Imagine Dragons, pretty good.
@hosseintm165
@@tree_addict280 "I wanna dream... Leave me to be..." It's Great
@heroinuser.5913
2017 songs are the best imo.
@aryansaud6511
Beliver is the best
@sulamitapereira5600
I love ImagineDragons❤
@abandonedaccount2146
Same
@tymek3375
Best music channel