After their initial formation in 2008, their debut album "Passive Me, Aggressive You" was released on the "Somewhat Damaged" label during September 2010. The single "Young Blood" debuted at number one on the New Zealand chart - the first New Zealand artist to do so in three years. On 6 December 2010, the BBC announced that The Naked and Famous had been nominated for the BBC's Sound of 2011 poll.
Their second album, 2013's In Rolling Waves, reached the top 5 on the New Zealand Albums chart, and top 15 on the Australian Albums and US Billboard Top Alternative Albums charts. Their following album, Simple Forms, was Xayalith and Powers' first release as a two-piece. Their fourth album, Recover, was released in 2020, and peaked at 19 on RMNZ's New Zealand Artist Albums chart.
Hearts Like Ours
The Naked and Famous Lyrics
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We're alone but side by side
We're yet to dream
We're yet to dream
Nothing here is what it seems
Ah ah ha
Ah ah ha
There's a fear that won't subside
Of all the things I'll never do
Will I ever follow through?
There's an animal inside
There's an animal inside
Half awake and almost dead
Keeping empty beds elsewhere
We're yet to bleed
We're yet to bleed
All the time and energy
Ah ah ah
In silence
Ah ah ah
In silence
Could we try to reinvent
Feed the head with common sense
Through the streets and avenues
Climbing up the walls with you
Climbing up the walls with you
Climbing up the walls with you
Half awake and almost dead
Keeping empty beds elsewhere
We're yet to bleed
We're yet to bleed
All the time and energy
Ah ah ah
In silence
Ah ah ah
In silence
Leave this place behind, in silence
And the weight we find inside us
Lead me to the edge of night
'Till the dawn
The end of time
'Till the fire blazing light
Shines again within our eyes
Half awake and almost dead
Keeping empty beds elsewhere
We're yet to bleed
We're yet to bleed
All the time and energy
Half awake and almost dead
Keeping empty beds elsewhere
We're yet to bleed
We're yet to bleed
All the time and energy
"Hearts Like Ours" by The Naked and Famous is a song about two people who are together but still feel alone. The lyrics reference how everything is not as it seems, with borders and horizon lines being used to metaphorically describe how their relationship is limited and undefined. The repetition of "We're yet to dream" suggests they have not reached their full potential for happiness and fulfillment, while "There's an animal inside" and "There's a fear that won't subside" indicate that they may have inner demons to conquer before they can fully commit to each other.
The chorus focuses on the idea of reinvention and common sense, suggesting that they need to break free from their mundane routine and take risks together in order to grow closer. This is echoed later in the lyrics with the line "Lead me to the edge of night/Till the dawn/The end of time," symbolizing their willingness to explore new territory together. The repetition of "In silence" throughout the song also suggests a deep connection between the two, despite their struggles to fully communicate with each other.
Overall, "Hearts Like Ours" is a hopeful song that acknowledges the difficulties of modern relationships, but encourages the listener to take risks and break free in order to find true happiness.
Line by Line Meaning
Borders and horizon lines
Despite being surrounded by borders and horizon lines, we feel alone but still stand side by side.
We're yet to dream
We have yet to fully realize and pursue our aspirations and desires.
Nothing here is what it seems
The world is not always what it appears to be and things we thought we knew could be different and unexpected.
There's an animal inside
We all have uncontrollable and wild thoughts and actions brewing within us.
There's a fear that won't subside
We all have that fear within us that never seems to go away or disappear.
Of all the things I'll never do
We all have a mental list of things we want to achieve but may never have the opportunity or the courage to pursue them.
Will I ever follow through?
We often question ourselves whether we will ever have the determination to see a task through to the end.
Half awake and almost dead
We often feel drained and lifeless, struggling to keep awake and carry on.
Keeping empty beds elsewhere
We push away the thought of companionship and solitude, leaving empty beds unoccupied.
All the time and energy
We expend all our time and energy on things that may not ultimately matter in the grand scheme of things.
Could we try to reinvent
Perhaps we should attempt to revamp and restructure our way of thinking and handling situations.
Feed the head with common sense
We should strive to incorporate logical thinking into our approach to life.
Through the streets and avenues
We must venture outside our comfort zone and embrace new and unknown experiences.
Climbing up the walls with you
Together, we can create endless opportunities for ourselves and push the boundaries of our comfort zones.
Leave this place behind, in silence
To move forward, we should let go of the past and any negative attachments in a peaceful and quiet manner.
And the weight we find inside us
The emotional and mental baggage we carry can weigh us down and hold us back.
Lead me to the edge of night
Take me to the brink of my fears and the unknown.
'Till the dawn, the end of time
Until we reach a new beginning or a final destination, we must persist and press on.
'Till the fire blazing light
Until we feel that intense passion and drive within us, inspiring us towards our goals.
Shines again within our eyes
That same energy and light that once ignited us will reignite us once more.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: AARON SHORT, ALISA XAYALITH, THOM POWERS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@DavidJeyy
Borders and horizon lines
We’re alone but side by side
We're yet to dream we're yet to dream
Nothing here is what it seems
Ah ah ha
Ah ah ha
There’s an animal inside
There’s a fear that won’t subside
Of all the things I’ll never do
Will I ever follow through?
There’s an animal inside
There’s an animal inside
Half awake and almost dead
Keeping empty beds elsewhere
We're yet to bleed
We're yet to bleed
All the time and energy
Ah ah ha
In silence
Ah ah ha
In silence
Could we try to reinvent
Feed the head with common sense
Through the streets and avenues
Climbing up the walls with you
Climbing up the walls with you
Climbing up the walls with you
Half awake and almost dead
Keeping empty beds elsewhere
We're yet to bleed
We're yet to bleed
All the time and energy
Ah ah ha
In silence
Ah ah ha
In silence
Leave this place behind in silence
And the way we find inside us
Lead me to the edge of night
'Til the dawn the end of time
'Til the fire blazing light
Shines again within our eyes
Half awake and almost dead
Keeping empty beds elsewhere
We're yet to bleed
We're yet to bleed
All the time and energy
Half awake and almost dead
Keeping empty beds elsewhere
We're yet to bleed
We're yet to bleed
All the time and energy
@gtr8096
2014 summer, first summer relationship, good weather, good company, good evenings, world cup and fifa 14.... pls god bring me back to those days!!
@gavvick
2024 and new new
@Fallmob
"Good weather"
@timothyalgernon
Almost 10 years and two wars in my life.
Lost my family, friends, never knew a real love and happy childhood.
But i'm not giving up. Peace and kindness to all✌️
@bahbabeyelvis
Its like you were talking abt me bro🥲. excluding summer( we dnt hv it here) those are the reasons i wont ever forget 2014 and always feel so nostalgic .
@matthewzahm2097
@@timothyalgernonYou got this.
@berkayjan11
This is pure nostalgia. I miss those days so much. A cup of tea or coffee and playing FIFA 14 for hours.
@aminata3702
😭😭😭 Bring me back
@Normaldude3
The nostalgia brings legit tears to my eyes…. Real good memories. This was back in a much simpler time for all of us…. Would do anything to go back to those days…. I am so glad I got to experience those type of memories. Cheers everyone!!
@no-vo3hb
Real bro real