Lifted Up (1985)
Passion Pit
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Tell me what does it take to make good now How many years do you wait? Oh, and now all of the clouds are combining The flickering light's just a flame Oh but yeah, I'm so tired I've been away for so many years But I guess I'll just wait a bit longer I'll stay 'til they open the gates All my life I stay here waiting Every new year, always making me Feel as though there's nothing up there but One day you came out of nowhere 1985 was a good year The sky broke apart and you appeared Dropped from the heavens, they call me a dreamer I won't lie, I knew you would belong here Lifted off the ground I took your hands and pulled you down Because 1985 was a good year I won't lie, I knew you would belong here Oh well, how many years has it been now? How many days went to waste? Now the rain and the thunder are clashing The Sun's got a smile 'cross the face Oh, but yeah I'm so tired I fight so hard and come back beaten Beacon, burn through it brightly Soared through a sliver of space All my life I stay here waiting Every new year, always making me Feel as though there's nothing up there but One day you came out of nowhere 1985 was a good year The sky broke apart and you appeared Dropped from the heavens, they call me a dreamer I won't lie, I knew you would belong here Lifted off the ground I took your hands and pulled you down Because 1985 was a good year I won't lie, I knew you would belong here Lifted up Lift us back to the sky and the world above Lifted up Lifted up 1985 was a good year The sky broke apart and you appeared Dropped from the heavens, they call me a dreamer I won't lie, I knew you would belong here Lifted off the ground I took your hands and pulled you down Because 1985 was a good year I won't lie, I knew you would belong here
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Written by: MICHAEL ANGELAKOS, BENNY BLANCO
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Downtown Music Publishing
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10 facts about this song
Creation"Lifted Up (1985)" is a song by American indie pop group Passion Pit, from their third album, "Kindred," released in 2015.
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Music StyleThe sound of "Lifted Up (1985)" has been described as electro-pop and indie pop, with high-energy beats and a catchy, synth-driven melody.
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Inspirational ThemeThe song's lyrics are inspired by lead singer Michael Angelakos' personal struggles and triumphs. Its upbeat sound contrasts with the raw emotion conveyed through the lyrics.
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Chart PerformanceThe song did very well on music charts, reaching number 46 on Billboard's Hot Rock & Alternative Songs chart and number 3 on the Billboard Twitter Top Tracks chart.
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Released Dates"Lifted Up (1985)" was released as the lead single from "Kindred" on February 16, 2015.
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Cinematic Music VideoThe music video for "Lifted Up (1985)" has an interesting concept where Angelakos is lifted up through a crowd of people as he struggles to reach his real-life wife, Kristy Mucci, who appears in the video. It is a reflection of his struggles with bipolar disorder, which he has been open about.
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Influences"Lifted Up (1985)" features striking 80's influences in its aesthetics and production, which connect with its title's year reference. The year 1985 is the year Angelakos' wife was born, adding a personal touch to the song.
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Artistic DepictionThe song title "Lifted Up (1985)" is a metaphor for Angelakos' experience with mental illness, symbolizing the feeling of being carried away by forces beyond one's control.
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Live Performances"Lifted Up (1985)" was performed live by Passion Pit during big music festivals like Coachella 2015, further boosting its popularity.
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Critical Reception"Lifted Up (1985)" received an overwhelmingly positive response from critics, with many praising its upbeat sound, meaningful lyrics, and Angelakos' emotive vocals.
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