Their 2015 debut single ‘We Were Young’ quickly spread like wildfire and went from being played in underground clubs to charting at #1 on Hype Machine and Beatport and was picked as BBC Radio 1 ‘Track of the Day’.
In 2016 the collective decided to put out music again and released their own version of ‘Whispering Still'. The original song made famous on the streets of Berlin by Charity Children received a careful revamp by SRTW. The fresh interpretation quickly made it to popular Spotify’s playlists like New Music Friday, Electro Chill, Chill Tracks and received heavy support from tastemakers around the world. Totalling more than 30 million streams ‘Whispering Still’ is the group’s most successful release to date.
Pictures
SRTW Lyrics
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Slowly let go
From everything that makes it so uncomfortable
Feather-light, feather-light
Follow where the wind blows
This is how your soul grows
Close your eyes, close your eyes
Listen to your heartbeat
Don't be afraid to jump, fly, walk on water
It's nothing like the pictures, nothing like the pictures
Get to know your fears, thoughts, and temptations
It's nothing like the pictures, better than the pictures
Don't be afraid to jump, fly, walk on water
It's nothing like the pictures, forget about the pictures
In that town, all you may know
Begin to let go
From all the things that makes you so vulnerable
Feather-light, feather-light
Follow where the wind blows
This is how your soul grows
Close your eyes, close your eyes
Listen to your heartbeat
Tells you where you should be
Don't be afraid to jump, fly, walk on water
It's nothing like the pictures, nothing like the pictures
Get to know your fears, thoughts, and temptations
It's nothing like the pictures, better than the pictures
Don't be afraid to jump, fly, walk on water
It's nothing like the pictures, forget about the pictures
Don't be afraid to jump, fly, walk on water
It's nothing like the pictures, nothing like the pictures
Get to know your fears, thoughts, and temptations
Life's nothing like the pictures, it's better than the pictures
The lyrics of SRTW's song "Pictures" convey a message of embracing new experiences and overcoming fears. The singer advises the listener to let go of their discomfort and vulnerability and follow their inner voice to grow spiritually. The phrase "feather-light" is a metaphor for a lightness of being that comes with letting go, being open and free to explore new possibilities.
The chorus encourages the listener not to be afraid to "jump, fly, walk on water" and to face their fears, thoughts, and temptations. The phrase "forget about the pictures" suggests that the image we have in our minds of what something should look like is often different from the reality. Life is unexpected and full of surprises, and we should embrace it rather than trying to control it.
The lyricist's intention is to inspire listeners to break free from their comfort zones and explore new territories. The song invites us to embrace change, trust the journey, and enjoy the ride. In a world where people are constantly comparing themselves to the idealistic images they see online, "Pictures" reminds us that life is what we make it and that the real joy is in the experience.
Line by Line Meaning
Just touched down so far from home
Having recently arrived somewhere very far from where you are used to being
Slowly let go
Releasing attachment to what is familiar
From everything that makes it so uncomfortable
Stepping away from discomfort and unease
Feather-light, feather-light
Moving with lightness and ease
Follow where the wind blows
Allowing yourself to be guided by intuition and the flow of life
This is how your soul grows
By letting go and following your intuition, you can grow spiritually
Close your eyes, close your eyes
Blocking out distractions and turning inward
Listen to your heartbeat
Pay attention to your own inner voice
Tells you where you should be
Guides you to the place or situation that is right for you
Don't be afraid to jump, fly, walk on water
Take bold actions and don't let fear hold you back
It's nothing like the pictures, nothing like the pictures
Reality often differs from our expectations or preconceived notions
Get to know your fears, thoughts, and temptations
Explore your own psyche and deepen your self-awareness
It's nothing like the pictures, better than the pictures
Reality can be richer and more fulfilling than we could imagine
Forget about the pictures
Let go of any preconceived notions or expectations
In that town, all you may know
In an unfamiliar place where everything is new
Begin to let go
Start to detach from what is familiar or comfortable
From all the things that makes you so vulnerable
Stepping away from things that make you feel exposed or weak
Life's nothing like the pictures, it's better than the pictures
Real life can be more rewarding than anything we might imagine
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Aaron Pfeiffer, Janik Riegert, Josh Tapen
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@zenith5219
Sing Along :)
These lyrics were done based on sound so some lyrics may be incorrect
Just touched down
So far from home
Slowly let go
From everything
That makes it so uncomfortable
Feather-like, feather-like,
Follow where the wind blows
This is how your soul rolls
Close your eyes, close your eyes
Listen to your heartbeat
Tells you where you should be
Don't be afraid to jump, fly, walk on water
It's nothing like the pictures, nothing like the pictures
Get to know your fears, stops and temptations
It's nothing like the pictures, better than the pictures
Don't be afraid to jump, fly, walk on water
It's nothing like the pictures,
Forget about the pictures
We've got time, all you may know
Begin to let go
From all the things that makes you so vulnerable
Feather-like, feather-like,
Follow where the wind blows
This is how your soul rolls
Close your eyes, close your eyes
Listen to your heartbeat
Tell you where you should be
Don't be afraid to jump, fly, walk on water
It's nothing like the pictures, nothing like the pictures
Get to know your fears, stops and temptations
It's nothing like the pictures, better than the pictures
Don't be afraid to jump, fly, walk on water
It's nothing like the pictures,
Forget about the pictures
Don't be afraid to jump, fly, walk on water
It's nothing like the pictures, nothing like the pictures
Get to know your fears, stops and temptations
Life's nothing like the pictures, it's better than the pictures
@futurehousecloud
awesome vocals, so catchy!
@nightcoreelves3549
This song is goals ! I didnt liked it at first , but then i came back and came back now it stuck in my mind and i keep listening to it !!! xd then i realised that i really like it
@zenith5219
Sing Along :)
These lyrics were done based on sound so some lyrics may be incorrect
Just touched down
So far from home
Slowly let go
From everything
That makes it so uncomfortable
Feather-like, feather-like,
Follow where the wind blows
This is how your soul rolls
Close your eyes, close your eyes
Listen to your heartbeat
Tells you where you should be
Don't be afraid to jump, fly, walk on water
It's nothing like the pictures, nothing like the pictures
Get to know your fears, stops and temptations
It's nothing like the pictures, better than the pictures
Don't be afraid to jump, fly, walk on water
It's nothing like the pictures,
Forget about the pictures
We've got time, all you may know
Begin to let go
From all the things that makes you so vulnerable
Feather-like, feather-like,
Follow where the wind blows
This is how your soul rolls
Close your eyes, close your eyes
Listen to your heartbeat
Tell you where you should be
Don't be afraid to jump, fly, walk on water
It's nothing like the pictures, nothing like the pictures
Get to know your fears, stops and temptations
It's nothing like the pictures, better than the pictures
Don't be afraid to jump, fly, walk on water
It's nothing like the pictures,
Forget about the pictures
Don't be afraid to jump, fly, walk on water
It's nothing like the pictures, nothing like the pictures
Get to know your fears, stops and temptations
Life's nothing like the pictures, it's better than the pictures
@pteropod6212
I think its feather light
@crizzylee1587
Love it!
@ChilloutHouse
So so good...could listen to this all day 😍
@betoleo6550
Temazo
@vanitycoco5584
Love this Song 💣
@user-iu9nf1kb6u
I fell in love with this song. I just love it😍😍
@urbanicrnb3667
🤗❤Amazing Sound Love it❤🤗