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.
Sirens
Imagine Dragons Lyrics
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Boy with a motto
Stay but I oughta leave and
Trust me, my heart bleeds
I feel everything, I
Drip, drop, drink out of the bottle
Boy with a heart of gold
Get run over by heaven knows what
Life gets colder
Sometimes I get a little bit scared at night
I get a little preoccupied
The sirens in my mind
The sirens in my mind
I just wanna be good again
I wanna make it to the end
The sirens in my mind
The sirens in my mind
Autumn, stuck in the grotto
Been trying for the lottery but never win
My heart bleeds
I feel everything, I
Drop, drop way down to the bottom
Boy with a heart of gold
Get run over by heaven knows what
Weary solider, I get older
Life gets colder
Sometimes I get a little bit scared at night
I get a little preoccupied
The sirens in my mind
The sirens in my mind
I just wanna be good again
I wanna make it to the end
The sirens in my mind
The sirens in my mind
(Oh, sirens in my mind, the sirens in my mind)
Sirens, sirens
Sirens, sirens
Sirens in my mind
The lyrics of "Sirens" by Imagine Dragons depict a sense of struggle and vulnerability in the midst of life's challenges. The repeated line "Fall right down to the bottom" suggests the feeling of hitting rock bottom or reaching a low point. The phrase "Boy with a motto" implies the presence of a determined individual who is trying to stay strong despite adversity.
The lyrics also convey a sense of longing for escape or freedom, as the singer contemplates leaving but realizes that they need to stay. The line "Trust me, my heart bleeds, I feel everything" reflects the deep emotional pain and sensitivity that the singer experiences. The reference to drinking from a bottle might symbolize seeking temporary solace or numbing the pain.
The chorus of the song expresses the struggle with inner demons and fears that come out at night. The "sirens in my mind" represent the constant noise and distractions that haunt the singer's thoughts, making it difficult to find peace or clarity. The desire to be "good again" and make it to the end reveals a longing for redemption and the pursuit of a better future.
Overall, "Sirens" by Imagine Dragons encapsulates the internal conflicts and battles we all face, highlighting the need to confront our fears and find strength amidst difficult circumstances.
Line by Line Meaning
Fall right down to the bottom
I am sinking deeper and deeper into a state of despair and hopelessness.
Boy with a motto
I am a young man who lives by a certain belief or principle.
Stay but I oughta leave and
I know I should leave this situation, but I choose to stay.
Trust me, my heart bleeds
I am deeply affected emotionally, my heart is filled with pain and sadness.
I feel everything, I
I am very sensitive and in touch with my emotions.
Drip, drop, drink out of the bottle
I drown my sorrows and escape reality by turning to alcohol.
Boy with a heart of gold
I have a kind and compassionate nature, despite my struggles.
Get run over by heaven knows what
I constantly face unexpected challenges and difficulties in life.
Weary soldier, I get older
I am tired and worn out from fighting my battles, and as time goes on, it becomes harder.
Life gets colder
As I grow older, life becomes more harsh and unforgiving.
Sometimes I get a little bit scared at night
During nights, I often experience fear and anxiety.
I get a little preoccupied
I become consumed and obsessed with negative thoughts and worries.
The sirens in my mind
My thoughts and fears constantly nag at me, causing distress.
I just wanna be good again
I simply desire to find happiness and inner peace once more.
I wanna make it to the end
I want to overcome my struggles and reach a point of resolution or success.
Autumn, stuck in the grotto
I am trapped in a state of decay and darkness, unable to escape.
Been trying for the lottery but never win
I have been pursuing something elusive and desirable, but I am always left empty-handed.
(Oh, sirens in my mind, the sirens in my mind)
The distressing thoughts and fears in my mind constantly torment me.
Sirens, sirens
The constant noise and disturbances caused by my inner struggles and anxieties.
Sirens in my mind
My mind is filled with distress and turmoil.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Daniel Reynolds
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@Salman-dn5gv
It's impossible to pick up just one song as your favourite. I'm telling you, this album is absolutely a box of treasure. this one is the gold one.
@IridiumSan
Same. I am picking one new song for a day and every song is better than another...
@MadeInAmerica.
No actually the Gold one is from smoke and mirrors
@uytulup
this album is a certified quandale classic
@danieldazeldan436
Definitly
@srishtysharma
@@MadeInAmerica. yeah but this one's good too
@AmartyaPardeshi
Please make an official music video for this one!! It's a masterpiece!
@TruSsCedric
yaaaas
@mishelmudryk
Can't wait for it! Hope they will make it!
@srishtysharma
They probably will, they said they were shooting an MV in Prague that was supposed to come out this month. I don't think it's coming this month because of all the Night Visions tenth anniversary stuff.