"Safe and Sound" is a synth-pop, dance-pop and alternative rock song, and was written and produced by Capital Cities members Ryan Merchant and Sebu Simonian. It features a prominent trumpet line, which was only incorporated into its production after eight previous takes of the song.
The first music video for "Safe and Sound" was self-produced and edited by the band and uploaded to their official YouTube account on February 24, 2011. It features alternating historical film clips of dancing and war from the last century generally arranged in chronological order. Another video, directed by Jimmy Ahlander, was released on October 21, depicting the duo being led through a junkyard by a monk.
The third and most well-known video for the song was directed by Grady Hall and released on April 25, 2013. The video is set in the Los Angeles Theatre and depicts Capital Cities performing on stage as dancers of all types (1940s swing dancers, 1970s roller disco skaters, 1990s hip-hop dancers, etc.) emerge from pictures on the wall and film clips from different time periods in the theater's history come to life and compete in dance-offs. It received a nomination in the Best Music Video category at the 56th Annual Grammy Awards.
"Safe and Sound" first gained commercial success in Germany following its use in a Vodafone commercial, later topping the German Media Control singles chart. A sleeper hit, it peaked at number eight on the Billboard Hot 100 in September 2013, over two-and-a-half years after its initial release. It has sold over two million copies in the United States as of January 2014. It also reached #2 on the Mainstream Top 40 chart. In the United Kingdom, the single was added to the BBC Radio 2 playlist on August 31, 2013; following its official single release in the country the following month, it peaked at number 42 on the UK Singles Chart.
Safe and Sound
Capital Cities Lyrics
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I could show you what you want to see
And take you where you want to be
You could be my luck
Even if the sky is falling down
I know that we'll be safe and sound
We're safe and sound
You know my river won't evaporate
This world we still appreciate
You could be my luck
Even in a hurricane of frowns
I know that we'll be safe and sound
(Safe and sound)
We're safe and sound (safe and sound)
We're safe and sound (hold your ground)
We're safe and sound (safe and sound)
I could show you love
In a tidal wave of mystery
You'll still be standing next to me
You could be my luck
Even if we're six feet underground
I know that we'll be safe and sound
We're safe and sound
(Safe and sound)
(Safe and sound)
(Hold your ground)
(Safe and sound)
I could lift you up
I could show you what you want to see
And take you where you want to be
You could be my luck
Even if the sky is falling down
I know that we'll be safe and sound
I could lift you up
I could show you what you want to see
And take you where you want to be
You could be my luck
Even if the sky is falling down
I know that we'll be safe and sound
We're safe and sound
We're safe and sound
We're safe and sound
We're safe and sound (safe and sound)
We're safe and sound (safe and sound)
We're safe and sound (hold your ground)
We're safe and sound (safe and sound)
We're safe and sound
The song Safe and Sound by American duo Capital Cities is a cheerful tune about love and safety. The opening lines of the song, "I could lift you up, I could show you what you want to see and take you where you want to be" talks about the kind of care and security one can provide to the person they love. The chorus, "Even if the sky is falling down, I know that we'll be safe and sound" is a metaphorical representation of how the world may turn upside down, but as long as they have each other, they will always find safety and comfort.
The song then goes on to assert that the love between the two characters in the song transcends all boundaries, be it the storms or the low points of life. The line, "even in a hurricane of frowns, I know that we'll be safe and sound" indicates that the singers are aware of the negative people or situations surrounding them but they will get through it together.
The final verse speaks about how the love between them is strong enough to overcome even mortality. "I could show you love, in a tidal wave of mystery, you'll still be standing next to me. You could be my luck, even if we're six feet underground, I know that we'll be safe and sound". It reassures the listener that the love will survive beyond the physical realm.
Line by Line Meaning
I could lift you up
I can support and uplift you in any way possible.
I could show you what you want to see
I can help you discover what you desire in life.
And take you where you want to be
I am willing to do whatever it takes to help you reach your goals and aspirations.
You could be my luck
You have the potential to bring me good fortune and prosperity.
Even if the sky is falling down
Even in times of unexpected turmoil, we will remain unharmed and unaffected.
I know that we'll be safe and sound
I am certain that we will remain secure and protected.
We're safe and sound
We are out of danger and in a secure position.
I could fill your cup
I can provide you with everything you need and desire.
You know my river won't evaporate
You can trust me to be there for you and provide for you consistently.
This world we still appreciate
Despite the chaos around us, we still value and appreciate the beauty within the world.
Even in a hurricane of frowns
Even when we face negativity and adversity, we will maintain our positivity and happiness.
I could show you love
I can demonstrate my affection and care for you.
In a tidal wave of mystery
Amid uncertain and unknown circumstances, our love will remain steadfast and unwavering.
You'll still be standing next to me
We will be together, supporting each other through anything.
Even if we're six feet underground
Even after we die, our love will remain strong and enduring.
We're safe and sound
We are protected and secure.
Hold your ground
Stay strong and don't give up, even in challenging situations.
Lyrics © Roton Music Publishing S.r.l., Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Ryan Merchant, Sebu Simonian
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I could lift you up
I could show you what you want to see
And take you where you want to be
You could be my luck
Even if the sky is falling down
I know that we'll be safe and sound
We're safe and sound
I could fill your cup
You know my river won't evaporate
This world we still appreciate
You could be my luck
Even in a hurricane of frowns
I know that we'll be safe and sound
We're safe and sound (safe and sound)
We're safe and sound (hold your ground)
We're safe and sound (safe and sound)
I could show you love
In a tidal wave of mystery
You'll still be standing next to me
You could be my luck
Even if we're six feet underground
I know that we'll be safe and sound
We're safe and sound
I could lift you up
I could show you what you want to see
And take you where you want to be
You could be my luck
Even if the sky is falling down
I know that we'll be safe and sound
I could lift you up
I could show you what you want to see
And take you where you want to be
You could be my luck
Even if the sky is falling down
I know that we'll be safe and sound
We're safe and sound
We're safe and sound
We're safe and sound
We're safe and sound (safe and sound)
We're safe and sound (safe and sound)
We're safe and sound (hold your ground)
We're safe and sound (safe and sound)
We're safe and sound.
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