Pentatonix (often abbreviated as PTX) is an American a cappella group of fi… Read Full Bio ↴Pentatonix (often abbreviated as PTX) is an American a cappella group of five vocalists originating from Arlington, Texas. The members are Scott Hoying (baritone lead/harmony), Kirstin Maldonado (mezzo-soprano lead/harmony), Mitch Grassi (counter-tenor lead/harmony), Kevin Olusola (tenor/ percussion), and Matt Sallee (bass). Avi Kaplan was formerly a member of the group; he was replaced by Sallee in 2017. Their work, mostly in, but not limited to, the pop music style, consists of covers of pre-existing songs and some original material, sometimes in the form of medleys. Their music is defined by their own arrangement style, a strong presence of low bass vocals, and a diverse range of vocal percussion.

Pentatonix formed in 2011 and came to prominence the same year by winning the third season of "The Sing-Off" on NBC, their victory earning them $200,000 and a recording contract with Sony. Their debut EP "PTX, Volume 1" was released in 2012, followed by "PTXmas" the same year, with their third release "PTX, Vol. II", debuting at number 1 on Billboard's Independent Albums chart in 2013. 2014 saw the release of "PTX, Vol. III", and their two first full-length albums "PTX, Vols. 1 & 2" (a compilation of Vol. 1 and Vol. II) and "That's Christmas to Me". Their second holiday release, That's Christmas to Me, with the album certified gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), platinum on December 24, 2014, and double platinum on February 11, 2016, becoming the highest-charting holiday album by a group since 1962, and the fourth-best-selling album in the United States in 2014. The following year, Pentatonix released their album, their first consisting mostly of original material, which debuted atop the US Billboard 200 chart for the first time in their career, followed by a third Christmas album, A Pentatonix Christmas, in 2016, and a new EP, PTX, Vol. IV – Classics, the following year. In May 2017, Kaplan announced that he would leave Pentatonix due to his inability to keep up with the touring demands of the group; he left after the completion of the tour in September, and was replaced by Matt Sallee the following month.

Pentatonix has won three Grammy Awards: they were the first a cappella act to win Best Arrangement, Instrumental or A Cappella, doing so in 2015 and 2016, and Best Country Duo/Group Performance in 2017.

Pentatonix started their popular YouTube channel back in 2012 to promote themselves after the Sing-Off (Season 3, 2011) when they were dropped by their record label, according to a recent November 2014 interview. They also made effective use of social media to interact with their fan base. They have eclipsed almost 15 million subscribers and more than 2.7 billion cumulative views. Their music video for "Daft Punk" recently surpassed 273 million views.

The group's website is: www.ptxofficial.com.
Pentatonix official youtube channel: www.youtube.com/PTXofficial.

Na Na Na
Pentatonix Lyrics

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Woke up whistling like the wind blows
Looking out my window
Just to see the shine

Maybe you might call it crazy
How I'm acting lately,
Skipping through the sky

I see so clearly
Why I'm always feeling free
So I sleep when my dreams
Looking like reality

(Gonna feel it, na na na)
(Gonna feel it, na na na)
(Gonna feel it, na na na)
(Gonna feel it, na na na)

Gonna feel it

I know where the greener grass grows
You'll just have to follow
To the other side

Lets go tiptoe on a tight rope
Fallings only natural
Just spread your wings and fly

You'll see so clearly
Why I'm always feeling free
So I sleep when our dreams
Looking like reality

(Gonna feel it, na na na)
(Gonna feel it, na na na)
(Gonna feel it, na na na)
(Gonna feel it, na na na)

Break it down like
Oh way oh
Yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah
Break it down like
Oh way oh
Yeah, yeah, yeah
All around like
Oh way oh
Yeah, yeah, yeah
Sing it loud like
Oh way oh
Ah ooh ooh ooh

Gonna feel it (Na na na)
Make it sound like (Na na na)
All around like (Na na na)

Sing it loud like (Na na na)
Gonna feel like

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Pentatonix's "Na Na Na" exude a sense of freedom and spontaneity. The song is about waking up each day with a skip in your step and an unwavering optimism for what the day may bring. The singer acknowledges that some may view their behavior as "crazy," but to them, it's just a simple joy for life. They recommend following them to the other side, where the grass is greener and life is more exhilarating. The song encourages listeners to spread their wings, take risks, and embrace the feeling of being alive.

The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "Gonna feel it, na na na," which further reinforces the theme of enjoying life and all it has to offer. The verses discuss the singer's sense of clarity about why they feel so free and happy. They explain that they sleep when their dreams look like reality, emphasizing the idea that life is best when it feels like a dream come true.

Overall, "Na Na Na" is a playful, upbeat song with a positive message about savoring each moment and living life to the fullest.

Line by Line Meaning

Woke up whistling like the wind blows
Starting the day off feeling light-hearted and carefree

Looking out my window
Taking in the beauty of the world around me

Just to see the shine
Appreciating the small things in life that bring joy

Maybe you might call it crazy
Acknowledging that some may not understand the carefree lifestyle

How I'm acting lately,
Living in the moment and enjoying life to the fullest

Skipping through the sky
Feeling as though one can conquer anything

I see so clearly
Having a clear understanding of one's goals and aspirations

Why I'm always feeling free
Living a life free of worry and doubt

So I sleep when my dreams
Using dreams as motivation to keep moving forward in life

Looking like reality
Believing in the power of visualization and manifestation

Gonna feel it, na na na
Embracing the feeling of freedom and excitement

I know where the greener grass grows
Having a clear understanding of where happiness and fulfillment can be found

You'll just have to follow
Encouraging others to seek out their own happiness and not be afraid to take risks

To the other side
Reaching a new level of understanding and enlightenment

Lets go tiptoe on a tight rope
Taking calculated risks and enjoying the journey

Fallings only natural
Understanding that failure is a part of the process and embracing it

Just spread your wings and fly
Encouraging others to take flight and soar towards success

Break it down like
Simplifying complex ideas and enjoying the moment

Oh way oh
An expression of excitement and enthusiasm

Yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah
Celebrating the joy and freedom of life

All around like
Feeling embraced and supported by the world

Sing it loud like
Expressing oneself with enthusiasm and passion

Ah ooh ooh ooh
A playful and carefree expression of joy

Gonna feel it (Na na na)
Embracing the feeling of freedom and excitement

Make it sound like (Na na na)
Creating a joyful and carefree atmosphere

All around like (Na na na)
Feeling embraced and supported by the world

Sing it loud like (Na na na)
Expressing oneself with enthusiasm and passion

Gonna feel like
Embracing the feeling of freedom and excitement

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: TAYLOR PARKS, AVRIEL KAPLAN, KEVIN OLUSOLA

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