In May 2007, Avicii signed on with the Dejfitts Plays label. Then, in 2010, Avicii released the hit song "Seek Bromance", which reached the top 20 in several countries including Belgium, France, the Netherlands, United Kingdom, and Sweden. He also remixed Nadia Ali's classic single "Rapture" for her album Queen of Clubs Trilogy: Onyx Edition. In October 2010, Avicii signed with the European A&R team with EMI Music Publishing.
Avicii released his final album prior his death in 2015 titled "Stories". The LP was his second album to go #1 and spawned the chart-topping "Waiting for Love" as well Top 5 hit singles "For a Better Day" and "Broken Arrows". The single "Pure Grinding" also reached Top 20.
In 2017, Avicii released what was originally meant to be the first EP to a three-part album.
The extended play was named "Avīci (01)" and spawned the #1 Sandro Cavazza-assisted hit "Without You".
Additionally, the Top 3 single "Lonely Together" which featured Rita Ora was also released from the EP.
"Avīci (01)" itself also went #1 and was another smash success for the DJ.
He died on 20 April 2018 in Muscat, Oman, at the age of 28; the manner of his death was identified as suicide, the specific cause and method withheld from the public in accordance with standard media treatment of suicides.
Over a year after his death, on June 6th 2019, a posthumous album titled "TIM" was released. The singles "SOS" (featuring Emanon's Aloe Blacc), "Tough Love (featuring Vargas & Lagola and Agnes) and "Heaven" were released from the LP. The latter song featured vocals from Coldplay's lead singer Chris Martin. "SOS" reached a peak at the top of the charts, whilst the two following singles managed to reach the #2 position. The album itself also peaked at #1, making it his third album (fourth counting his 2017 EP "Avīci (01)") to do so.
City Lights
Avicii Lyrics
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Now it's time we never ever look down
Dont be scared I am for real
Hide away and we will never be found
Its alright, we'll never look back
Birds will sing if we fall
Its alright, with memories inside
Midnight dust on the floor
And I don't even know what's real
And I don't know what to feel
I'm the truth in disguise, I'm in love with your lies
'Cause I can't breath, can't settle down
And I don't know what to feel
No I don't know what to feel
See these lights, we're getting away
Heads won't find us, we're not making a sound
We're not scared, we are for real
Love can't hurt us, now we're sheltered by lies
It's alright, we never look back
Birds will sing if we fall
It's alright, with memories inside
Midnight dust on the floor
Watch it turn into gold
And I don't even know what's real
And I don't know what to feel
I'm the truth in disguise, I'm in love with your lies
'Cause I can't breath, can't settle down
And I don't know what to feel
No I don't know what to feel
The lyrics to Avicii's song "City Lights" seem to be about a desire to escape reality and the pressures of everyday life. The singer longs to be taken away by the city lights and never look back as they hide away from the world, sheltered by lies. There is a feeling of uncertainty and confusion throughout the song, as the singer admits to not knowing what's real or what to feel. Despite this, they seem to relish in the idea of being in love with someone's lies, perhaps suggesting a desire to escape through fantasy or illusion.
The chorus repeats the lines "And I don't even know what's real, And I don't know what to feel" as if to emphasize the singer's confusion and uncertainty about their situation. However, there is also a sense of freedom and possibility conveyed through the poetic imagery of "Midnight dust on the floor, Watch it turn into gold". This line suggests that even in the midst of confusion and darkness, there is still potential for something beautiful to emerge.
Overall, "City Lights" portrays a desire to escape the pressures of reality and the self-doubt that can come with it. The song seems to offer a fantasy world where anything is possible, where fears can be pushed aside and ignored. However, the ambiguity of the lyrics leaves open the possibility that this world may not be as perfect and escapable as it initially seems.
Line by Line Meaning
City lights, take me away
The singer wants to escape from reality and seeks comfort in the gleaming city lights.
Now it's time we never ever look down
The singer is ready to explore life without any fear or hesitation.
Dont be scared I am for real
The singer assures their companion that they are trustworthy and sincere.
Hide away and we will never be found
The artist seeks to retreat from the world and not be bothered by anyone.
Its alright, we'll never look back
The artist is confident that they will move forward in life and not dwell on the past.
Birds will sing if we fall
The singer is optimistic that even in the face of failure, there will always be beauty in life.
Its alright, with memories inside
The singer is comfortable with their past experiences and is willing to use them to navigate through life.
Midnight dust on the floor
The artist is in a dimly-lit or deserted area, possibly symbolizing their emotional state.
Watch it turn into gold
The artist is hopeful that even amidst the darkness, there is a chance for something beautiful to emerge.
And I don't even know what's real
The artist is unsure of what reality is, possibly due to their mental or emotional state.
And I don't know what to feel
The singer is experiencing confusion or numbness in regards to their emotions.
I'm the truth in disguise, I'm in love with your lies
The artist admits that while they present themselves as honest, they are captivated by their companion's deceitful behavior.
'Cause I can't breath, can't settle down
The singer is consumed by anxiety and is unable to find stability in their life.
No I don't know what to feel
The singer reiterates their confusion and uncertainty towards their emotions.
See these lights, we're getting away
The singer acknowledges that they and their companion are actively escaping from their problems through the city lights.
Heads won't find us, we're not making a sound
The artist is taking extreme measures to ensure that they aren't discovered or bothered by anyone.
We're not scared, we are for real
The artist and their companion are brave in their endeavor to seek refuge in the city.
Love can't hurt us, now we're sheltered by lies
The singer believes that they are safe from any emotional pain because they are living a lie with their companion.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Ash Pournouri, Tim Bergling, Jonnali Parmenius, Jonas Wallin
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@rodolfovillalobos2921
No matter what people do, there will always be someone who will criticize or complain , there is no way to keep everyone satisfied, please consider that.
I mean, look around you, everything changes. Everything in this world is a continual state of evolution , refining, improve, adapt better ... changing.
You were not put on this earth to remain stagnant.
So evolve or dissolve ? ... It's your choice , we can not be left behind in the past , so thats why Avicii / Tim chose evolve. I dont know why people dont like his new style or maybe they prefer the other one if this one is amazing, every time Avicii is getting better and better.
Keep up , love you <3
from Mexico
@andresvensson262
THIS is the very proof that Stories is the most underrated album ever released.
Yes, I'm crying of joy
The acappela verse gives me goosebumps and emotions that only Avicii songs can give me
It's so sad that maybe the most talented DJ ever isn't alive anymore, and it's been three years
I sure will remember him for his amazing music
Not a single song from him has disappointed me
RIP legend, you will never be forgotten
@Luisa_29_
Have you ever realized that all of the melody parts are exactly 60 seconds long?
0:00 - 1:00
vocal part
2:11 - 3:11
vocal part
4:26 - 5:26
5:26 - 6:26
I love this little Easter Egg... the whole song is just perfection ❤️
@NicklasRyding
Lyrics:
City lights
Take me away
Now it's time we never ever head down
Don't be scared
I'm for real
Hide away, and we will never be found
It's alright
We never look back
Birds will sing if we fall
It's alright
With memories inside
Midnight dust on the floor
Watch it turn into gold
And i don't even know what's real
And i don't know what to feel
I'm your truth in disguise, i'm in love with your lies
'Cause i can't breath
Can't settle down
And i don't know what to feel
No i don't know what to feel
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See these lights
We're getting away
Heads won't find us, we're not making a sound
We're not scared
We are for real
Love can't hurt us now we're sheltered by lies
It's alright
We never look back
Birds will sing if we fall
It's alright
With memories inside
Midnight dust on the floor
Watch it turn into gold
And i don't even know what's real
And i don't know what to feel
I'm your truth in disguise, i'm in love with your lies
'Cause i can't breath
Can't settle down
And i don't know what to feel
No i don't know what to feel
@17.katherinesaraihernandez33
Espero lo mismo pero te diré algo.
Porfavor recordemoslo como si estuviera vivo.
El desde un lugar nos esta viendo y sabe que lo amamos y lo extrañamos.
El nos dejo este legado hermoso y sabe que nunca nos olvidaremos de el.
El nos ve llorando por el cuando sentimos esa emocióm la que el quiere sintamos con su musica.
Y una cosa mas el te ama a ti y ami por haberlo apouado en sus años de reconocimiento. Y dejemos de inventar conspiraciones que ni al caso recordemoslo como el era cuando estaba vivo. El ahora esta feliz y en paz no te lo puedo jurar pero si asegurar. Saludos desde Guatemala.
Pd. El sigue en nustro cocoro descanza en paz mi querido Tim Bergling que todos los dias de mi vida te recordaré mi hermoso perfeccionista.
@muetze4032
Sitting here, listening to Tim's tracks and crying. We miss u.
@leire2667
same here buddy :)
@kikoaddiction
I can cry only when I listen his EDMs
@owenwonderlin1334
I’m cry about the life he didn’t live, celebrate the life he lived
@aseandersson5483
Miss him too very much....💔
@hichamturk9682
Muetzegames same here brother , same here......
@georgeeden5835
“Birds will sing if we fall”
Miss you every day avicii.
◢ ◤
@seancahill3489
Where do you get the logo from
@martinalonso6975
Sean Cahill ◢ ◤
@UneQ007
world will sing , if you fall