The song features Owl City's signature electronic and synth-pop sound, characterized by dreamy and whimsical lyrics. "If My Heart Was a House" explores themes of love, imagination, and a sense of wonder. The lyrics convey a romantic and idealized portrayal of emotions, comparing the singer's heart to a house that is open and welcoming to the object of their affection.
Owl City is known for creating music that often incorporates fantastical and dreamlike elements, and "If My Heart Was a House" is no exception. The song's lyrics use imaginative and poetic language to express feelings of love and devotion.
Overall, the track fits into Owl City's style of creating music that is both catchy and emotionally evocative, with a blend of electronic and pop elements.
14 If My Heart Was a House
Owl City Lyrics
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And I remember the view
Whenever I'm holding you
The sun hung from a string
Looking down on the world as it warmed over everything
Chills run down my spine
As our fingers entwine
And your sighs harmonize with mine
We got older and I should have known
(Do you feel alive)
That I feel colder when I walk alone
(Oh but you'll survive)
So I may as well ditch my dismay
(Bombs away, bombs away)
Circle me and the needle moves gracefully
Back and forth
If my heart was a compass you'd be north
Risk it all 'cause I'll catch you if you fall
Wherever you go
If my heart was a house you'd be home.
It makes me smile because you said it best
I would clearly feel blessed if the sun rose up from the west
Flower balm perfume
All my clothes smell like you
Cause your favorite shade is navy blue
I walk slowly when I'm on my own
(Do you feel alive)
Yeah but frankly I still feel alone
(Oh but you'll survive)
So I may as well ditch my dismay
(Bombs away, bombs away)
Circle me and the needle moves gracefully
Back and forth
If my heart was a compass you'd be north
Risk it all 'cause I'll catch you if you fall
Wherever you go
If my heart was a house you'd be home.
If my heart was a house you'd be home.
In "If My Heart Was a House" by Owl City, the singer poetically describes how deeply he feels for the person he loves. The opening lines, "You're the sky that I fell through/And I remember the view," suggest how amazing and wonderful it feels to be in love with someone. The metaphorical description of the sun hanging from a string represents the warmth and happiness that love brings.
The singer goes on to describe how he and his partner have grown together over time, and how he feels lost without them. The line, "If my heart was a compass you'd be North" suggests that the person is the singer's navigation, the one who gives him direction and purpose. He also admits that he feels alone without them, but that he can overcome this feeling by pushing his negative thoughts aside and focusing on the positive ("So I may as well ditch my dismay").
Finally, the singer simply states that his heart is the home of the person he loves. They are the one who makes him feel at ease and at home in the world, no matter where they are. The chorus repeats the idea that this person is his compass, and that he will always be there to catch them if they fall.
Overall, "If My Heart Was a House" is a beautiful and heartfelt expression of love, using poetic language and intricate metaphors to convey the depth of the singer's feelings for their partner.
Line by Line Meaning
You're the sky that I fell through
You are the vastness that I got lost in.
And I remember the view
I still cherish the memory of that moment.
Whenever I'm holding you
Every time I embrace you.
The sun hung from a string
The light shone down on us.
Looking down on the world as it warmed over everything
Revealing the beauty of everything it touched.
Chills run down my spine
Goosebumps arise on my skin.
As our fingers entwine
Our hands come together seamlessly.
And your sighs harmonize with mine
Our breaths are in sync.
Unmistakably I can still feel your heart beat fast when you dance with me.
Undoubtedly, I feel your heartbeat race when we dance together.
We got older and I should have known
As we aged, it should've been apparent to me.
(Do you feel alive)
(Are you experiencing vitality?)
That I feel colder when I walk alone
That I feel distant when not with you.
(Oh but you'll survive)
(Oh, but you'll persevere.)
So I may as well ditch my dismay
So, I might as well abandon my sadness.
(Bombs away, bombs away)
(Let it all go, let it all go.)
Circle me and the needle moves gracefully
Encompass me as the needle moves fluidly.
Back and forth
Oscillating.
If my heart was a compass you'd be north
If my heart guided me, you would lead the way.
Risk it all 'cause I'll catch you if you fall
Take a risk, and I will be there to save you.
Wherever you go
No matter where you journey.
If my heart was a house you'd be home.
If my heart represented my abode, you would be my sanctuary.
It makes me smile because you said it best
This statement warms my heart because you uttered it flawlessly.
I would clearly feel blessed if the sun rose up from the west
I would be grateful if the impossible occurred.
Flower balm perfume
The scent of floral balm.
All my clothes smell like you
My garments bear your fragrance.
Cause your favorite shade is navy blue
Because your preferred hue is navy blue.
I walk slowly when I'm on my own
I move at a leisurely pace without you by my side.
(Do you feel alive)
(Are you experiencing vitality?)
Yeah but frankly I still feel alone
Though, to be honest, I still feel solitary.
(Oh but you'll survive)
(Oh, but you'll persevere.)
So I may as well ditch my dismay
So, I might as well abandon my sadness.
(Bombs away, bombs away)
(Let it all go, let it all go.)
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ADAM R. YOUNG
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Navah Weiss
This song gives me chills. Adam seriously has a talent for music. Some of his songs give me this feeling like they're just random confusing lyrics, but at the same time, I understand them perfectly!
I feel bad for those people who's world of music practically REVOLVES around Justin Bieber and One Direction and Taylor Swift and all those. They just don't know what the good stuff is. There are some artists who sing from their hearts and sing about breakups, which I think is great, and there are some artists who just sing these fun songs about life and totally different stuff.
(Check out Unbelievable by Owl City)
I've pretty much just poured out my thoughts. I don't have anything else to say. =)
You rock, Adam! Keep going strong!
Natasha Tabacchi
Agree! Somehow his music puts my heart and soul at ease ❄❤
Burning Goose
His lyrics make perfect sense
edward a
who do u get ur weed from?? lmao jk but i totally agree
Hand Banana
I'm late, but I totally agree. We need more Adam Young!
Official Weston Kenyon Music
His songs make me wanna buy a boat, sail out to the middle of a lake, and blast Owl City at full volume.
Gc8Boi
Me too!!
ShinySophs
This is going to be my wedding song.
Xls
So what happened?
SelahWayRenee
8 years later married yet?? Cuz if not better get on that gurl so you can here this song again!👏👏👏🥳