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.
Stuck
Imagine Dragons Lyrics
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Yeah, time goes by and still I'm stuck on you, ooh, you, ooh
I been afraid, don't wanna fade out of my body
I been astray, barely awake, floating above me
Covered in red, what can I say? I've been a zombie
I'm feeling like I've been locked in a grave
You were the laugh, you were the life, you were the party
You were the faith, you were the truth, I was the sorry
I'm feeling like you've been taking away
You were my one, you were my one
When all has been said, all has been done
You were my one, you were my one
Now I am left reaching above me, oh, oh
Time goes by and still I'm stuck on you, ooh, you, ooh (whoa oh)
Well time goes by and still I'm stuck on you, ooh, you, ooh
Why did you leave? Why did you go leaving me lonely?
Didn't you know you were the home, you were the only?
Where did you go? Where did you go? Where did you go?
Come back to me
You were my one, you were my one
When all has been said, all has been done
You were my one, you were my one
Now I am left reaching above me, oh, oh
Time goes by and still I'm stuck on you, ooh, you, ooh (whoa oh)
Well, time goes by and still I'm stuck on you, ooh, you, ooh (whoa oh)
Time goes by and still I'm stuck on you
Yeah, time goes by and still I'm stuck on you, stuck on you, you, you
Oh, oh, oh, whoa (whoa oh, whoa, oh)
Oh, oh, oh
As time goes by, as time goes by
Whoa
Time goes by and still I'm stuck on you, ooh, you, ooh (whoa oh)
Well, time goes by and still I'm stuck on you, ooh, you, ooh (whoa oh)
The lyrics of Imagine Dragons’ song Stuck are about being unable to move on from a past relationship. Despite time passing, the singer is still preoccupied with thoughts of his former lover. The opening lines of the song (“Time goes by and still I'm stuck on you”) sets the tone for the rest of the song. The lyrics convey a sense of feeling trapped and unable to escape the hold of a past love.
There is a strong sense of desperation in the lyrics as the singer tries to come to terms with the fact that his former lover has moved on (“Why did you go leaving me lonely?”). The feelings of heartbreak and rejection are palpable throughout the song. There is a sense that the singer is still trying to process what went wrong in the relationship and why it ended.
Despite the emotional weight of the lyrics, there is a sense of hopefulness towards the end of the song. The lines “Now I am left reaching above me” suggest that the singer is ready to move on and start anew. The repetition of the phrase “Time goes by and still I’m stuck on you” underscores the singer’s struggle to move on, but also serves as a reminder that time heals all wounds.
Overall, the lyrics of Stuck are a powerful exploration of the complexities of love and loss. The song serves as a reminder that even the strongest love can come to an end and that while heartbreak is difficult to overcome, it is possible to move on and find happiness.
Line by Line Meaning
Time goes by and still I'm stuck on you
Even as time passes, my feelings for you remain unchanged and I am unable to move on from you
I been afraid, don't wanna fade out of my body
I have been fearful of losing myself and my sense of identity if I let go of you
I been astray, barely awake, floating above me
I have lost my sense of direction and purpose in life, and feel detached from myself
Covered in red, what can I say? I've been a zombie
I am filled with intense emotions and my mind feels numb, leaving me emotionally drained and disconnected
You were the laugh, you were the life, you were the party
You brought joy, happiness, and excitement into my life, and were the center of attention in social situations
You were the brave, I was the weak, you were the army
You were strong, confident, and capable while I am insecure and powerless, relying on you to support and protect me
You were the faith, you were the truth, I was the sorry
You represented trust, honesty, and sincerity, while I was filled with regret and apologies for my shortcomings
Why did you leave? Why did you go leaving me lonely?
I am struggling to understand why you left me and abandoned me, leaving me feeling isolated and alone
Didn't you know you were the home, you were the only?
You were my safe haven and the only person who made me feel whole and complete
Where did you go? Where did you go? Where did you go?
I am desperately searching for answers as to where you have disappeared to and why you have left me behind
Come back to me
I am begging and pleading for you to return to me and bring back the happiness and security that you once provided
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Aja Volkman, Alex Grant, Benjamin Arthur Mckee, Daniel Coulter Reynolds, Daniel James Platzman, Daniel Wayne Sermon, Jayson M. Dezuzio
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