Owl City is the king of lyrical imagery. Every one of his songs paints a vivid picture in the minds of the listener. Hearing his music is a wonderful experience, as each song is a work of art. Some are confused by Adam Young's use of seemingly random nouns and adjectives, but others appreciate the opportunity to creatively interpret the meaning behind each word. Regardless of your thoughts towards Young's music, you can't deny his style is unique!
To start off my fall playlist, I chose the song "The Real World" by Owl City due to its very appropriate theme. The lyrics colorfully describe scenes of autumn and the great outdoors. Each verse is wonderfully written, creating a mental picture of a picturesque world. I considered quoting parts of the song in my post today, but when I looked up the lyrics, I realized the entire song is worth quoting. When it is read without the music, it actually sounds poetic. Therefore, please enjoy reading and/or listening to the masterpiece that is Owl City's "The Real World".
I saw the autumn leaves peel up off the street,
Take wing on the balmy breeze and sweep you off your feet.
And you blushed as they scooped you up on sugar maple wings,
To gaze down on the city below, ablaze with wondrous things.
Downy feathers kiss your face and flutter everywhere.
Reality is a lovely place but I wouldn't want to live there.
I wouldn't wanna live there.
Take wing on the balmy breeze and sweep you off your feet.
And you blushed as they scooped you up on sugar maple wings,
To gaze down on the city below, ablaze with wondrous things.
Downy feathers kiss your face and flutter everywhere.
Reality is a lovely place but I wouldn't want to live there.
I wouldn't wanna live there.
Weighed down by heavy lids and lunar lullabies,
I knew you were wide awake because you smile with your eyes.
Downy feathers kiss your face and flutter everywhere.
Reality is a lovely place but I wouldn't want to live there.
From the green belt balcony, the wildfires look so pretty.
Ponderosa canopy, I'd never leave if it were up to me.
To the ruby redwood tree, and to the velvet climbing ivy:
Painted all mahogany, I'd never leave if it were up to me.
I knew you were wide awake because you smile with your eyes.
Downy feathers kiss your face and flutter everywhere.
Reality is a lovely place but I wouldn't want to live there.
From the green belt balcony, the wildfires look so pretty.
Ponderosa canopy, I'd never leave if it were up to me.
To the ruby redwood tree, and to the velvet climbing ivy:
Painted all mahogany, I'd never leave if it were up to me.
With a starry brush, paint the dusk Venetian blue,
Because in the evening hush, you'll never believe the view.
And when the leaves return and their whisperings fill the night,
They'll freeze and burn where fire and ice collide.
Where fire and ice collide.
Because in the evening hush, you'll never believe the view.
And when the leaves return and their whisperings fill the night,
They'll freeze and burn where fire and ice collide.
Where fire and ice collide.
Can you feel a silk embrace in the satin air?
If we dissolve without a trace, will the real world even care?
Downy feathers kiss your face and flutter everywhere.
Reality is a lovely place but I wouldn't want to live there.
I wouldn't want to live there.
If we dissolve without a trace, will the real world even care?
Downy feathers kiss your face and flutter everywhere.
Reality is a lovely place but I wouldn't want to live there.
I wouldn't want to live there.
I saw the autumn leaves peel up off the street,
Take wing on the balmy breeze and sweep you off your feet
Take wing on the balmy breeze and sweep you off your feet
In each verse, I bolded the lyrics that stood out to me the most. I especially love when he uses alliteration, such as ruby redwood and lunar lullabies. The rest of the words I bolded were either nature related or just beautifully vivid. Hope you enjoyed and happy fall!
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