After the Pharrell video went viral, several different record labels tried to sign Rogers. She ended up negotiating a contract with Capitol Records where "she licenses her music to them through her own imprint, Debay Sounds." As a result, she has more control over her sound and image than many artists at a similar place in their music careers.
Rogers's EP, Now That the Light Is Fading, was released on February 17, 2017. She released her major-label debut album, Heard It In a Past Life, in January 2019. The album debuted at number two on the US Billboard 200.
She made her television debut on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon on February 15, 2017, Saturday Night Live debut on November 3, 2018 and Today Show debut on July 12, 2019.
She cites Carrie Brownstein, Patti Smith, Kim Gordon, and Björk as her musical inspirations, while prominent singers Brandi Carlile and Sharon Van Etten - who she calls her "musical big sisters" - have become mentors. She also mentioned in her initial conversation with Williams that she has synesthesia, a benign condition where one or more senses is perceived at once. In her case, she is able to perceive colours as a response to hearing music.
Dog Years
Maggie Rogers Lyrics
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Swimming in sevens, slow dancing in seconds
Oh, and I'm the one that loves you
Oh, and I'm the one that loves you
I spend my time daydreaming
And sure as the sea
It's just you and me
Oh, and I'm the one that loves you
And if you had a bad week
Just let me touch your cheek
Oh, and I'll be there waiting
When you get frustrated
I know things are changing
But, darling, I'm saying
I'll be singing you in all of my songs
Come what may
I'll still stay inside your mind
For all of time
Singing, ooh
We will be alright in the afterlife
Of all that is shifting and shaking my system
I know your rhythm
And I know, I know, I know, I know, I know
That I'm the one that loves you
Oh, and I'm the one that loves you
And if you had a bad week
Let me sing you to sleep
Oh, and I'll be there waiting
If you start to get jaded
I know things are changing
But, darling, I'm saying
I've been here all along
Come what may
I'll still stay inside your mind
For all of time
Singing, ooh
We will be alright (ooh)
Not in vain, we'll still stay the same
Inside your mind
For all of time
Singing, ooh
We will be alright
In the afterlife
In the afterlife, hmm
I count my time in dog years, dog years, dog years, dog years, dog years
We will be alright (dog years, dog years)
We will be alright (dog years, dog years)
In the afterlife (dog years, dog years, dog years, dog years)
We're singing, baby, we will be alright (dog years, dog years)
We will be alright
We will be alright
In the song "Dog Years", Maggie Rogers reflects on a love that has stood the test of time, but still recognizes the inevitability of change. She uses the metaphor of "dog years", a way of measuring time in terms of the rapid aging of dogs, to indicate the length and depth of her love for her partner. Rogers describes the ups and downs of their relationship, from slow dances in seconds to bad weeks and frustration, but assures her partner that she will always be there for them. She recognizes that things are changing, but insists that their love will endure. Rogers suggests that even in the afterlife, their love will continue.
Throughout the song, Rogers uses her signature style of incorporating nature imagery to capture the essence of her emotions. She often references the ocean, which symbolizes the vastness of their love, as well as the unpredictability of life. Rogers also talks about daydreaming, indicating that her love for this person is not just a fleeting infatuation, but a deep and constant presence in her life. She uses the refrain "we will be alright" to reassure her partner that despite the challenges they may face, their love will survive.
Line by Line Meaning
I count my time in dog years
I experience and perceive time in a similar way to dogs, which is much shorter than human years.
Swimming in sevens, slow dancing in seconds
I take my time and enjoy every moment, both the long and the short ones.
Oh, and I'm the one that loves you
I am the person who loves you deeply and wholeheartedly.
I spend my time daydreaming
I spend a lot of my time lost in my own thoughts, dreaming of happy times.
And sure as the sea
I have complete confidence and faith in our relationship.
It's just you and me
We are the only people that matter in this world of shifting changes.
And if you had a bad week
If you've had a tough week, let me comfort you.
Just let me touch your cheek
I want to be there for you physically as a gesture of emotional support.
Oh, and I'll be there waiting
I will always be here for you when you need me.
When you get frustrated
If you feel down or frustrated, I'll be here to lift you up.
I know things are changing
I am aware that life is constantly changing and evolving.
But, darling, I'm saying
However, what I want you to know is...
I'll be singing you in all of my songs
I will keep you in my heart and in my music, forever.
Come what may
No matter what happens in the future...
I'll still stay inside your mind
I will always be a part of your thoughts and memories.
For all of time
For eternity...
Singing, ooh
Expressing myself in a way that transcends words.
We will be alright in the afterlife
Even in the afterlife, we will still be together and okay.
Of all that is shifting and shaking my system
Despite all the changes happening in my life...
I know your rhythm
...I still know and feel a deep connection to you.
That I'm the one that loves you
I want you to always remember that I am the one who loves you most.
Let me sing you to sleep
Allow me to comfort you and help you relax.
If you start to get jaded
If you feel disillusioned or discouraged...
I know things are changing
I am aware that life is constantly changing and evolving.
But, darling, I'm saying
However, what I want you to know is...
I've been here all along
I have been by your side every step of the way.
Not in vain, we'll still stay the same
Our love will remain steadfast and true.
In the afterlife
Even in death...
We will be alright
We will continue to be okay and happy.
We will be alright (dog years, dog years)
Using the metaphor of dog years, our time together will be precious and joyful.
We're singing, baby, we will be alright
Together, we will be okay and happy, no matter what happens.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Douglas Schadt, Margaret Rogers
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@jayanahgardner1431
I count my time in dog years
Swimming in sevens
Slow dancing in seconds
Oh and I'm the one that loves you
Oh and I'm the one that loves you
I spend my time daydreaming
As sure as the sea
It's just you and me
Oh and I'm the one that loves you
Oh and I'm the one that loves you
And if you had a bad week
Just let me touch your cheek
Oh and I'll be there waiting
When you get frustrated
I know things are changing
But, darling, I'm saying
I'll be singing you in all of my songs
Come what may
I'll still stay
Inside your mind
For all of time
Singing, ooh
We will be alright
In the afterlife
Of all that is shifting
And shaking my system
I know your rhythm
I know, I know, I know
That I'm the one that loves you
Oh and I'm the one that loves you
And if you had a bad week
I will sing you to sleep
Oh and I'll be there waiting
If you start to get jaded
I know things are changing
But, darling, I'm saying
I've been here all along
Come what may
I'll still stay
Inside your mind
For all of time
Singing, ooh
We will be alright
Not in vein will still stay the same
Inside your mind
For all time
Singing, ooh
We will be alright
In the afterlife
In the afterlife
I count my time in dog years, dog years, dog years, dog years
We will be alright
We will be alright
In the afterlife
Singing, baby, we will be alright
We will be alright
We will be alright
@TwistedIRL
This is the song I danced to with my wife on our wedding day 🎶❤👌🏼
@stabbi420
excuse me that's beautiful
@bazzoman510
James Casey That’s pretty cool mate.👍
@28copland
Great taste
@bleubian
this is the cutest thing i read
@joanneeyles5909
I had this as my first dance when I got married on the 7th March this year. It had to be Maggie and it had to be this song as it means so much to me. Her music has enveloped me over the past years and given me comfort in the storms x
@ConanGray
can't wait to see maggie's music blow up!
@melikaibun
Conan Gray love u Conan
@Noone-fu7oy
Conan Gray omg hey Conan I was just doing some new music browsing and I got so happy when I saw you. Loovvee youuuu
@itmesneha
Conan Gray I'm here straight from your video. and I'm in love with this. :)