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.
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
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, not 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
The lyrics in "Natural" by Imagine Dragons revolve around the idea of persevering and maintaining strength in the face of adversity. The song begins with the question, "Will you hold the line?" which can be interpreted as asking if one will stay strong amid challenges. The lines, "Nothing ever comes without a consequence or cost" and "That's the price you pay" suggest that success often requires sacrifice and hard work. The singer encourages the listener to be the "hunter" rather than the "prey," indicating that being assertive and taking charge is essential for survival.
The chorus emphasizes the theme of toughness in the lyrics, "You gotta be so cold to make it in this world." The song acknowledges the darkness and hardships in life, "Living your life cutthroat," but encourages listeners to rise above it by being "natural" and having a "beating heart of stone." Through determined perseverance, the singer believes that even in the darkest moments, they can still "make it."
Overall, "Natural" is a song that champions the idea of strength, resilience, and perseverance in the face of difficulty.
Line by Line Meaning
Will you hold the line?
Are you strong enough to persevere when others around you are giving up?
When every one of them is giving up or giving in, tell me
When everyone else is quitting or caving in, can you stand your ground?
In this house of mine?
In my mind and my inner world?
Nothing ever comes without a consequence or cost, tell me
For everything you gain or do, what will be the resulting cost or consequence?
Will the stars align?
Will the universe or fate work in your favor?
Will heaven step in? Will it save us from our sin? Will it?
Will the divine intervene to help us and forgive us from our mistakes?
'Cause this house of mine stands strong
Despite everything I've been through, I will remain steadfast and resilient.
That's the price you pay
This is the cost you must endure.
Leave behind your heartache, cast away
Forget about the pain and suffering you've experienced and move forward.
Just another product of today
Just another result of the current societal norms and expectations.
Rather be the hunter than the prey
I would rather be the strong and dominant one rather than the weak and vulnerable one.
And you're standing on the edge, face up 'cause you're a
You're standing at the brink or the threshold of something greater, and you're ready for the challenge.
Natural
You possess an innate strength and resilience that allows you to overcome obstacles.
A beating heart of stone
Your heart is tough and strong, resistant to emotional pain.
You gotta be so cold
You must have a tough exterior and be unemotional to succeed in this world.
To make it in this world
To succeed and thrive in the harsh realities of life.
Living your life cutthroat
You must be ruthless and aggressive in your pursuits to survive.
Will somebody
Is there anyone or anything out there?
Let me see the light within the dark trees' shadows and
Can anyone show me the way out of this darkness?
What's happenin'?
What's going on? What's the situation right now?
Lookin' through the glass find the wrong within the past knowin'
Reflecting on the past and realizing where things went wrong.
We are the youth
We are the young people with a bright future ahead of us.
Cut until it bleeds, not a world without the peace, facing
Though we struggle and fight, we do so in hopes of creating a better, more peaceful world for ourselves.
A bit of the truth, the truth
A small part of the truth, the actual reality of things.
Deep inside me, I'm fading to black, I'm fading
I feel like I'm losing myself, becoming overwhelmed by darkness and negativity.
Took an oath by the blood of my hand, won't break it
I made a promise and I will keep it, no matter what the cost.
I can taste it, the end is upon us, I swear
I can sense that something is coming to an end, and I swear it's true.
Gonna make it
I will succeed and come out stronger on the other side of this challenge.
Natural
You are an unbreakable force, with the strength to overcome anything.
Yeah, you're a natural
Yes, you have the innate qualities to succeed and rise above any obstacle.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Robin Fredriksson, Mattias Larsson, Justin Tranter, Daniel Platzman, Ben McKee, Wayne Sermon, Dan Reynolds
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@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
@iamweird_har
Will you hold the line?
When every one of them has given up and given 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, face it
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 on 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
@sulamitapereira5600
I love ImagineDragons❤
@abandonedaccount2146
Same
@tymek3375
Best music channel
@nonicek6256
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@ryanbarroso4989
Quem não ama?
@JhamiRe
Se manja dos ingres kkk😍
@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