Panic! at the Disco recorded their first demos while they were in high school. Shortly after, the band recorded and released their debut studio album, A Fever You Can't Sweat Out (2005). Popularized by the second single, "I Write Sins Not Tragedies", the album was certified triple platinum in the US. In 2006, founding bassist Brent Wilson was fired from the band during an extensive world tour and subsequently replaced by Jon Walker. The band's second album, Pretty. Odd. (2008), was preceded by the single "Nine in the Afternoon". That album marked a significant departure from the sound of the band's debut. In 2009, Ross and Walker formed a new band, the Young Veins, leaving Urie and Smith as the sole remaining members of Panic! at the Disco.
Continuing as a duo, Urie and Smith released a new single, "New Perspective", for the movie Jennifer's Body, and recruited bassist Dallon Weekes and guitarist Ian Crawford as touring musicians for live performances. Weekes was later inducted into the band's lineup as a full-time member in 2010. The band's third studio album, Vices & Virtues (2011), was recorded solely by Urie and Smith in 2010, produced by John Feldmann and Butch Walker. Crawford departed once the tour cycle for Vices & Virtues ended in 2012.
As a three-piece, Urie, Smith, and Weekes recorded and released the band's fourth studio album, Too Weird to Live, Too Rare to Die!, in 2013. Prior to the release of the album, Smith unofficially left the band due to health and drug-related issues, leaving Urie and Weekes as the remaining members. The duo recruited guitarist Kenneth Harris and drummer Dan Pawlovich as touring musicians for live performances.
In 2015, Smith officially left the band after not performing live with them since his departure in 2013. Shortly thereafter, Weekes reverted to being a touring member once again, resulting in Panic! becoming Urie's solo project. In April 2015, "Hallelujah" was released as the first single from Panic! at the Disco's fifth studio album, Death of a Bachelor (2016). In December 2017, Weekes officially announced his departure from the band. In March 2018, Panic! at the Disco released "Say Amen (Saturday Night)", the lead single from its sixth studio album, Pray for the Wicked (2018), which was released in June. Panic! at the Disco's seventh studio album, Viva Las Vengeance, was released on August 19, 2022.
On January 24, 2023, Urie officially announced that Panic! at the Disco would be disbanding following the conclusion of the Viva Las Vengeance Tour.
The Greatest Show
Panic! at the Disco Lyrics
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Ladies and gents, this is the moment you've waited for
(Woah)
You've been searchin' in the dark, your sweat soakin' through the floor
(Woah)
And buried in your bones there's an ache that you can't ignore
Takin' your breath, stealin' your mind
And all that was real is left behind
Don't fight it, it's comin' for you, runnin' at ya
It's only this moment, don't care what comes after
Your fever dream, can't you see it gettin' closer?
Just surrender 'cause you feel the feelin' takin' over
It's fire, it's freedom, it's floodin' open
It's a preacher in the pulpit and your blind devotion
There's somethin' breakin' at the brick of every wall
It's holdin' all that you know, so tell me do you wanna go?
Where it's covered in all the colored lights
Where the runaways are runnin' the night
Impossible comes true, it's takin' over you
Oh, this is the greatest show
We light it up, we won't come down
And the sun can't stop us now
Watchin' it come true, it's takin' over you
Oh, this is the greatest show
(Woah)
Colossal we come these renegades in the ring
(Woah)
Where the lost get found in the crown of the circus king
Don't fight it, it's comin' for you, runnin' at ya
It's only this moment, don't care what comes after
It's blindin', outshinin' anything that you know
Just surrender 'cause you're callin' and you wanna go
Where it's covered in all the colored lights
Where the runaways are runnin' the night
Impossible comes true, intoxicatin' you
Oh, this is the greatest show
We light it up, we won't come down
And the sun can't stop us now
Watchin' it come true, it's takin' over you
Oh, this is the greatest show
Where it's covered in all the colored lights
Where the runaways are runnin' the night
Impossible comes true, it's takin' over you
Oh, this is the greatest show
We light it up, we won't come down
And the walls can't stop us now
I'm watchin' it come true, it's takin' over you
Oh, this is the greatest show
This is the greatest show (oh!)
This is the greatest show (oh!)
This is the greatest show (oh!)
This is the greatest show (oh!)
In Panic! at the Disco's song "The Greatest Show," the band creates an empowering anthem highlighting the concept of surrendering oneself to the moment and embracing the unknown. The song serves as a tribute to the circus industry and its performers and is notably featured as the opening song in the film "The Greatest Showman."
The lyrics exude a sense of transformation as the singer describes the moment as one where the audience can embrace the feelings taking over them, leading them to new heights. The sense of urgency in the lyrics is strengthened with each repetition of "It's only this moment, don't care what comes after," emphasizing that the present is all that matters.
Thematically, the song describes the freedom and the rush that comes with stepping out of one's comfort zone and embracing the unknown. The chorus demands the listener to allow themselves to be intoxicated by the moment, and the excitement for life that comes with it. The final lines of the song, "This is the greatest show," reverberate as a truth to the idea that life is truly a circus, and every moment is an opportunity to break free from expectations to embrace the extraordinary.
Overall, Panic! at the Disco's "The Greatest Show" serves as an anthem for those who seek to embrace every moment with open arms and a love for life.
Line by Line Meaning
(Woah) Ladies and gents, this is the moment you've waited for
This is the moment of excitement, anticipation and joy that you have been waiting for your whole life.
(Woah) You've been searchin' in the dark, your sweat soakin' through the floor
You have been endlessly searching for something, hoping to find answers, but it's left you frustrated, drained and exhausted.
(Woah) And buried in your bones there's an ache that you can't ignore
You have an unshakable sense of yearning, a deep longing buried within you, that you can't ignore.
Takin' your breath, stealin' your mind
This longing and excitement is so intense, it takes your breath away and hijacks your mind.
And all that was real is left behind
Whatever you previously thought was real, no longer holds value and has been left behind.
Don't fight it, it's comin' for you, runnin' at ya
Don't resist or try to stop it as this incredible sensation is coming for you and nothing can stand in its way.
It's only this moment, don't care what comes after
This moment is all that matters, so forget about what comes after.
Your fever dream, can't you see it gettin' closer?
This excitement, energy and passion is not a far-fetched dream, it is becoming more real and palpable as time passes.
Just surrender 'cause you feel the feelin' takin' over
Be ready for an experience that is going to take you over completely, so surrender to it.
It's fire, it's freedom, it's floodin' open
This feeling is the very essence of life, it's freedom and it's opening up new perspectives and opportunities for you.
It's a preacher in the pulpit and your blind devotion
It's like a religious moment where the preacher has the power to touch you deeply and you feel devoted to him and his teachings.
There's somethin' breakin' at the brick of every wall
There is something powerful enough to shatter any obstacle and limitation and break through every wall in your life.
It's holdin' all that you know, so tell me do you wanna go?
Despite the fact that it's holding everything you know and breaking through all that holds you back, do you want to go?
Where it's covered in all the colored lights
The place that this experience will take you to is full of wondrous and colorful lights.
Where the runaways are runnin' the night
It is also where people who have broken free from their conventional lifestyle are having the time of their lives.
Impossible comes true, it's takin' over you
This experience is taking you to places that seemed impossible before and taking over your being.
We light it up, we won't come down
We are fueling this experience with our energy and enthusiasm and nothing can bring us down.
And the sun can't stop us now
We are unstoppable and even the sun cannot halt our progress.
Watchin' it come true, it's takin' over you
This experience is becoming more and more real and it's taking over your being completely.
(Woah) Colossal we come these renegades in the ring
We are colossal and revolutionary, we are the ones who challenge the conventional and are unapologetically ourselves.
(Woah) Where the lost get found in the crown of the circus king
In this new world, the ones who were lost and wandering have finally found their place in the kingdom of the irresistible and wondrous circus.
It's blindin', outshinin' anything that you know
This experience is blindingly bright and outshines anything you previously knew and experienced.
Just surrender 'cause you're callin' and you wanna go
You can hear the call of this experience and you want to go, so surrender to it fully.
Impossible comes true, intoxicatin' you
This experience that seemed impossible before is becoming intoxicating and taking you over fully.
And the walls can't stop us now
Nothing can stand in the way of this experience and the wall that was holding us back is now powerless.
I'm watchin' it come true, it's takin' over you
Every moment, this experience is becoming more and more real and it's taking over your being completely.
This is the greatest show (oh!)
This is the greatest show of your life that will leave an indelible mark on your soul.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Benj Pasek, Justin Noble Paul, Ryan S. Lewis
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Okuda_Yagami_1392
Woah
Ladies and gents
This is the moment you've waited for
(Woah)
You've been searching in the dark
Your sweat soaking through the floor
(Woah)
And buried in your bones
There's an ache that you can't ignore
Taking your breath
Stealing your mind
And all that was real is left behind
Don't fight it, it's coming for you, running at ya
It's only this moment
Don't care what comes after
Your fever dream
Can't you see it getting closer?
Just surrender 'cause you feel the feeling taking over
It's fire, it's freedom
It's flooding open
It's the preacher in the pulpit and your blind devotion
There's something breaking at the brick of every wall
It's holding all that you know
So tell me, do you wanna go?
Where it's covered in all the colored lights
Where the runaways are running the night
Impossible comes true
It's taking over you
(Oh, this is the greatest show)
We light it up, we won't come down
And the sun can't stop us now
Watching it come true
It's taking over you
(Oh, this is the greatest show)
Colossal we come
These renegades in the ring
(Woah)
Where the lost get found
And we crown 'em the circus kings
Don't fight it, it's coming for you, running at ya
It's only this moment
Don't care what comes after
It's blinding, outshining anything that you know
Just surrender 'cause you're calling and you wanna go
Where it's covered in all the colored lights
Where the runaways are running the night
Impossible comes true
Intoxicating you
(Oh, this is the greatest show)
We light it up
We won't come down
And the sun can't stop us now
Watching it come true
It's taking over you
(Oh, this is the greatest show)
Where it's covered in all the colored lights
Where the runaways are running the night
Impossible comes true
It's taking over you
(Oh, this is the greatest show)
We light it up
We won't come down
And the walls can't stop us now
Watching it come true
It's taking over you
(Oh, this is the greatest show)
ellajmiz
Facts about Brendon:
He was born in Utah then raised in Nevada
He plays the guitar, piano, accordion, drums, trumpet, cello, organ, and bass! (wow)
His full name is Brendon Boyd Urie
His wife’s full name is Sarah Orzchowski (Urie)
He has been married since 2013
His album death of a bachelor was inspired by Sarah
He was born April 12 1987
He is the youngest of his family
Brendon worked at a smoothie cafe to pay for band practice space, and would often sing for customers
His range extends D2-C7
He starred in Cyndi Laupers Kinky boots
He’s an Aries (as u should know if you’ve listened to LA devotee)
He’s 5’ 9
He’s 32 years old
His nicknames are beebo and breadbin
And uh he’s the best
TimTom
welp, i'm gonna listen to this on repeat forever now i guess lol
Hello_ SI
TimTom Sameeeee
Catherine H
TimTom oh my gosh Tim! You know p!atd?!?!
Paigeiguess
Wait are you a sinner??
Ben 10
Same tim, p.s. you’re great
Kyla Burchett
BIG MOOD
The Phat Pugs
It cost him $0 dollars to do this but he did it any way.
I apreciate that.
oli
right :D
Mahi Aneja
I really want to like ur comment, but it's at 69 likes and I'm juvenile
Mahi Aneja
@oli 😆😆😆