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.
Liar Liar
Avicii Lyrics
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Why on earth won't tell the truth?
Liar, liar
Can't nobody see the lie of you?
Follow you to dust
Leaving footprints on the clouds as we're walking home
Iron hearts all turn to rust
Is this apocalypse?
Chasing shadows, living dreams that don't exist
Anymore
We need to find a way
Well, we are who we are, and we're all going under
When the past with the last and will last until under
Liar, liar
Why on earth won't tell the truth?
Liar, liar
Can't nobody see the lie of you?
Wall closing in your head
Counting heartbeats 'til the feeling's good and gone
On a dark path there to watch
A sad greed pouring rain over everything
You'll think it's apocalypse
With the whispers of the sand and the sun eclipsed
Forever more
We need to find a way
Well, we are who we are, and we're all going under
When the past with the last and will last until under
Liar, liar
Why on earth won't tell the truth?
Liar, liar
Can't nobody see the lie of you?
They keep talking but I can't hear them, no
I just sit there and watch them come and go
There might be something underneath it all
But at least I'll find, we'll all find out in the end
But at least I'll find, we'll all find out in the end
The song "Liar Liar" by Avicii addresses themes like deceit, confusion and hopelessness in the midst of chaos. The song begins with direct and accusatory lines, "Liar, liar, why on earth won't tell the truth?" implying that the singer is dealing with someone who is not being truthful. The lyrics go on to question the deceptive person's motives, asking if anyone else can see through the lies.
The rest of the song hints at a greater sense of confusion and despair. The singer feels trapped and follows a dark path, feeling like they're in the midst of an apocalypse. The repetition of the phrase "We need to find a way" suggests a longing for a solution to emerge. The lyric "They keep talking but I can't hear them, no. I just sit there and watch them come and go" highlights the singer's sense of being lost and hidden in their inner turmoil, as the outside world carries on without their input. Despite it all, the singer still hopes to find answers, even if they have to wait until the end.
Line by Line Meaning
Liar, liar
Addressing the person as a liar in repetition
Why on earth won't tell the truth?
Questioning the reason for the person not telling the truth
Can't nobody see the lie of you?
Wondering why no one can see the person's lies
Follow you to dust
Trailing behind the person's footsteps
Leaving footprints on the clouds as we're walking home
Imagining a fantastical journey with the person while leaving a lasting impression
Iron hearts all turn to rust
Alluding to the fleeting nature of life and emotions
By tears and the days on a diamond street
Describing the journey of life with all its ups and downs
Is this apocalypse?
Questioning if what's happening is the end of the world
Chasing shadows, living dreams that don't exist
Chasing after illusions and unattainable dreams
Anymore
Suggesting that things have changed for the worse
We need to find a way
Expressing the need for a solution
Well, we are who we are, and we're all going under
Acknowledging the inevitability of death
When the past with the last and will last until under
Reflecting on the fleeting nature of time
Wall closing in your head
Feeling trapped in your own mind
Counting heartbeats 'til the feeling's good and gone
Wishing for relief from emotional pain
On a dark path there to watch
Walking down a path alone, feeling lost and hopeless
A sad greed pouring rain over everything
Expressing sadness and emptiness all around
They keep talking but I can't hear them, no
Ignoring the noise of the world
I just sit there and watch them come and go
Observing the transient nature of life
There might be something underneath it all
Suggesting that there's more to life than meets the eye
But at least I'll find, we'll all find out in the end
Expressing the uncertainty of life and what it holds
Liar, liar
Repeating the accusation of lying
Why on earth won't tell the truth?
Repeating the question of why the person won't tell the truth
Can't nobody see the lie of you?
Repeating the question of why no one can see the person's lies
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Ash Pournouri, Joakim Berg, Tim Bergling, Erica Driscoll, Bruce Driscoll, Egbert Dawkins, Mike Einziger, Peter Dreyer
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Tấn Mạnh Đinh
Lyrics: (may or may not be 100% accurate)
Liar, liar!
Why on earth won't tell the truth?
Liar, liar!
Can't nobody see the lie of you?
Follow you to dust
Leaving footprints on the clouds as we're walking home
Iron hearts all turn to rust
By tears and the days on a diamond street
Is this apocalypse?
Chasing shadows, living dreams that don't exist
Anymore...
We need to find a way...
Well, we are who we are, and we're all going under
When the past with the last and will last until under
Liar, liar!
Why on earth won't tell the truth?
Liar, liar!
Can't nobody see the lie of you?
Wall closing in your head
Counting heartbeats 'til the feeling's good and gone
On a dark path there to watch
A sad greed pouring rain over everything
You'll think it's apocalypse
With the whispers of the sand and the sun eclipsed
Forever more
We need to find a way...
Well, we are who we are, and we're all going under
When the past with the last and will last until under
Liar, liar!
Why on earth won't tell the truth?
Liar, liar!
Can't nobody see the lie of you?
They keep talking but I can't hear them, no
I just sit there and watch them come and go
There might be something underneath it all
But at least I'll find, we'll all find out in the end
But at least I'll find, we'll all find out in the end
ESAG 10D
Lyrics
Liar, liar!
Why on earth won't tell the truth?
Liar, liar!
Can't nobody see the lie of you?
Follow you to dust
Leaving footprints on the clouds as we're walking home
Iron hearts all turn to rust
By tears and the days on a diamond street
Is this apocalypse?
Chasing shadows, living dreams that don't exist
Anymore...
We need to find a way...
Well, we are who we are, and we're all going under
When the past with the last and will last until under
Liar, liar!
Why on earth won't tell the truth?
Liar, liar!
Can't nobody see the lie of you?
Wall closing in your head
Counting heartbeats 'til the feeling's good and gone
On a dark path there to watch
A sad greed pouring rain over everything
You'll think it's apocalypse
With the whispers of the sand and the sun eclipsed
Forever more
We need to find a way...
Well, we are who we are, and we're all going under
When the past with the last and will last until under
Liar, liar!
Why on earth won't tell the truth?
Liar, liar!
Can't nobody see the lie of you?
They keep talking but I can't hear them, no
I just sit there and watch them come and go
There might be something underneath it all
But at least I'll find, we'll all find out in the end
But at least I'll find, we'll all find out in the end
Realist
Easily one of the most underrated songs. Most of my favourite Avicii songs are some of the lesser know/viewed ones. RIP Tim Bergling.. older than me but I always appreciated the bangers, big loss to the world on a personal and musical basis.
Calstuwix
Most underrated avicii song...
Kheira Be
Agree !!!
whitenggosas
Absolutely
South Pacific Cyclone Whiz
YES
Goummo Privat
Agree 2022
Chief Denis
I always have an avicii phase for a few months every year since 2014, and his lesser know songs always slap so hard
Jeshua Romero Ocaña
I'm in 2021 and im still here remembering this awesome man that brought joy to my life thanks avicii for your amazing music
Roy Link
Happy birthday Tim, wish I could've told you how much your music means to me!
Keicl TM
Tim give me the best memories in my life. Song "wake me up (avicii by avicii)" soundtrack my life:)