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 6ā4ā 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 āItās Time,ā 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 āContinued Silence EPā is an all too apt descriptor of the bandās hard-earned successābut itās 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 āthe house always wins,ā 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. Itās 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 Alexās hip hop sensibilities and Imagine Dragonsā anthemic rock is nothing short of explosive. The byproduct of this creative collision is āContinued Silence,ā 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 arenāt 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 itās the former.
Nothing Left to Say
Imagine Dragons Lyrics
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I've been awake now
The shadows on my wall don't sleep
They keep calling me
Beckoning
Who knows what's right?
The lies keep getting thinner
But I keep pushing on and on and on and on
There's nothing left to say now oh oh
There's nothing left to say now oh oh
I'm giving up, giving up he he
Giving up now
I'm giving up, giving up he he
Giving up now
There's nothing left to say now oh oh
There's nothing left to say now oh oh
I'm giving up, giving up he he
Giving up now
I'm giving up, giving up he he
Giving up now
Below, my soul
I'm feelin' injured
Collapsing as it sees the pain
If I could only shut it out
I've come too far to see the end now
Even if my way is wrong
But I keep pushing on and on and on and on
There's nothing left to say now oh oh
There's nothing left to say now oh oh
I'm giving up, giving up he he
Giving up now
I'm giving up, giving up he he
Giving up now
There's nothing left to say now oh oh
There's nothing left to say now oh oh
I'm giving up, giving up he he
Giving up now
I'm giving up, giving up he he
Giving up now
I keep fallin', I keep fallin' down
I keep fallin', I keep fallin' down
I keep fallin', I keep fallin' down
I keep fallin', I keep fallin' down
If you could only save me
I'm drowning in the waters of myself
There's nothing left to say now oh oh
There's nothing left to say now oh oh
I'm giving up, giving up he he
Giving up now
I'm giving up, giving up he he
Giving up now
There's nothing left to say now oh oh
There's nothing left to say now oh oh
I'm giving up, giving up he he
Giving up now
I'm giving up, giving up he he
Giving up now
Where do we go from here?
I threw some rocks up at your window
I broke some rocks right through your window
Timber timber, we're falling down
Let the forest hear us out
Bumba rumba rum awh awh
Bumba rumba rum awh awh
Why can't I see what's right in front of me
We fall, we falling
We fall, we falling
We fall, we falling
We fall, we falling
The lyrics of Nothing Left to Say / Rocks by Imagine Dragons reveal an individual who is struggling with life and is uncertain about what is right or wrong. The individual is plagued by shadows on the wall that keep calling him, and he is unsure if his age has made him wise enough to differentiate between truth and lies. The pain he feels within his soul is too much for him to bear, and he only wishes to shut it out. However, despite all his struggles, he keeps pushing on, even if his way is wrong. The song ends with the individual falling repeatedly, calling out for help, but there is no one to save him.
The repetitive nature of the lyrics is meant to paint a picture of a struggle that the singer has been facing for a long time. Despite his efforts, he finds himself stuck in the same situation with no solution in sight. The line "I've come too far to see the end now" highlights the futility of his struggles, and he is left with nothing left to say. The last section of the song is a call for help, but it seems that no one is there to answer.
Overall, the song is a reflection of the struggles that people face in life. Despite their best efforts, many times, they find themselves in a situation with no clear solution or end in sight. However, the message of the song is that even though the struggle may be overwhelming, it is important to keep pushing on.
Line by Line Meaning
Who knows how long?
I have been awake for a long time, but I have lost track of time and I don't know how long it has been.
The shadows on my wall don't sleep
The problems and concerns that I have consume my thoughts and won't let me rest.
They keep calling me, Beckoning
My worries and anxieties are constantly demanding my attention, making it difficult for me to focus on anything else.
Who knows what's right?
It is becoming more difficult to tell truth from lies; everything is blurred together.
The lies keep getting thinner
It is becoming harder to believe the promises that I used to take comfort in; it feels like the world is falling apart.
My age has never made me wise
Despite growing older, I still feel just as lost and uncertain as ever.
But I keep pushing on and on and on and on
Despite everything, I refuse to give up or give in to despair.
There's nothing left to say now oh oh
Everything that could be said has been said, and there is no clear way forward.
I'm giving up, giving up he he
I am losing hope and am beginning to give up on everything, despite my efforts to keep going.
Below my soul, I'm feelin' injured
My problems and worries have taken a toll on me and are causing me deep emotional pain.
Collapsing as it sees the pain
The weight of my problems is overwhelming me, and I feel like I am on the verge of collapsing.
If I could only shut it out
If only I could escape my problems and find peace, if only for a little while.
I've come too far to see the end now
Despite everything, I have made progress, but I don't know what the future holds or if I will be able to keep going.
Even if my way is wrong
I am willing to take risks and face the consequences of my actions, even if I am not sure if I am on the right path.
I keep fallin', I keep fallin' down
Despite my best efforts, I keep stumbling and falling, unable to find solid ground.
If you could only save me
I am in desperate need of help and support from someone who can help me find my way and bring me out of this dark place.
I'm drowning in the waters of myself
My own worries and fears are consuming me, and I am struggling to keep my head above water.
Where do we go from here?
I am at a crossroads and unsure of what steps to take next.
I threw some rocks up at your window
I am trying to get someone's attention, hoping that they will come and help me find my way out of this mess.
I broke some rocks right through your window
My desperation has caused me to become destructive, and I am willing to break whatever barriers stand in the way of getting help.
Timber timber, we're falling down
I realize that everything around me is collapsing, and I am helpless to stop it.
Let the forest hear us out
I am hoping that if I shout loud enough, someone will hear my cries for help and come to my rescue.
Why can't I see what's right in front of me?
Despite the chaos and confusion around me, I am unable to see the solutions that are right in front of me.
We fall, we falling
Despite my efforts to stand tall and stay strong, I continue to fall, and I am not alone in this struggle.
Lyrics Ā© Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Benjamin Arthur McKee, Daniel Coulter Reynolds, Daniel Wayne Sermon
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[LYRICS]
Who knows how long
I've been awake now?
The shadows on my wall don't sleep
They keep calling me
Beckoning...
Who knows what's right?
The lines keep getting thinner
My age has never made me wise
But I keep pushing on and on and on and on
There's nothing left to say now...Ā [2x]
I'm giving up, giving up, hey hey, giving up now...Ā [2x]
There's nothing left to say now...Ā [2x]
I'm giving up, giving up, hey hey, giving up now...Ā [2x]
Below my soul
I feel an engine
Collapsing as it sees the pain
If I could only shut it out
I've come too far
To see the end now
Even if my way is wrong
I keep pushing on and on and on and on
There's nothing left to say now...Ā [2x]
I'm giving up, giving up, hey hey, giving up now...[2x]
There's nothing left to say now...Ā [2x]
I'm giving up, giving up, hey hey, giving up now...Ā [2x]
I keep falling, I keep falling down...
I keep falling, I keep falling down...
Hey!
I keep falling, I keep falling down...
I keep falling, I keep falling down...
If you could only save me
I'm drowning in the waters of my soul
There's nothing left to say now...Ā [2x]
I'm giving up, giving up, hey hey, giving up now...Ā [2x]
There's nothing left to say now...Ā [2x]
I'm giving up, giving up, hey hey, giving up now...Ā [2x]
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Who knows how long
Iāve been awake now?
The shadows on my wall donāt sleep
They keep calling me, beckoning
Who knows whatās right?
The lines keep getting thinner
My age has never made me wise
But I keep pushing on and on and on and on
Thereās nothing left to say now (oh)
Thereās nothing left to say now
Iām giving up, giving up, giving up now
Iām giving up, giving up, giving up now
Thereās nothing left to say now (oh)
Thereās nothing left to say now
Iām giving up, giving up, he he, giving up now
Iām giving up, giving up, he he, giving up now
Below my soul
I feel an engine
Collapsing as it sees the pain
If I could only shut it out
Iāve come too far
To see the end now
Even if my way is wrong
I keep pushing on and on and on and on
Thereās nothing left to say now (oh)
Thereās nothing left to say now
Iām giving up, giving up, he he, giving up now
Iām giving up, giving up, he he, giving up now
Thereās nothing left to say now (oh)
Thereās nothing left to say now
Iām giving up, giving up, giving up now
Iām giving up, giving up, giving up now
I keep falling, I keep falling down
I keep falling, I keep falling down
I keep falling, I keep falling down
I keep falling, I keep falling down
If you could only save me
Iām drowning in the waters of my soul
Thereās nothing left to say now (oh)
Thereās nothing left to say now
Iām giving up, giving up, giving up now
Iām giving up, giving up, giving up now
Thereās nothing left to say now (oh)
Thereās nothing left to say now
Iām giving up, giving up, giving up now
Iām giving up, giving up, giving up now
@sulav.ali205
This band can never make a bad song .
Thereās nothing left to say
@Lauren11241
Boy! Do I know what u mean!! This band the best! OFFICIALLY
@ghostafk1139
@Lauren McLean ikr
@teterproductions1781
Every single song of theirs sounds like a generic pop song with corny meaningless lyrics
@skeleex
@Teter Media Their songs are so popular they literally became the symbol of generic pop
@yotamshohat9394
@Teter Media You clearly know nothing of the band...
@leilamaria7487
Esse album todo Ć© magnifico mas essa musica foi a q mais me marcou. comecei a ouvir vocĆŖs aos 12 anos, estava em depressao e permaneci assim ate tentar tirar minha vida aos 15 sozinha no banheiro de casa.. se nao fosse essa musica eu n teria criado forƧas em mim para eu continuar. Eu sentia q a pessoa q cantava essa musica entendia exatamente oq eu estava sentindo e me fez me sentir menos sĆ³ nessa confusao q Ć minha mente. Voces me deram forƧas com esse album, ansiedade e depressĆ£o na pre adolescĆŖncia Ć© um fato q muts ignoram e que so percebem tarde dms. Obrigada por terem salvado minha vida, musica sempre serĆ” meu motor para enfrentar os diasā¤
@ArtcrimePt
mantem te firme irmĆ£ š¤
@zahou-besseriani
I don't know you but I'm glad you made it through... Wish you the best šš
@walnutcoffee2529
My best friend showed me this song, Imagine Dragons has been my absolute favorite ever since. Sadly he passed away a few weeks ago, I come here every now and then to re-live the same moment he showed me this track. I miss you man, every day.