Jet Black Heart

5 Seconds of Summer

About Jet Black Heart

"Jet Black Heart" is a single by Australian pop rock band 5 Seconds of Summer from their second studio album, Sounds Good Feels Good. It was written by Calum Hood, Michael Clifford, David Hodges and Jon Green, and produced by David Hodges. It was released on 17 December 2015 as the album's third and final single. It charted in six countries and won a Verano MTV Award and a Teen Choice Award. The music video was released on the same day on YouTube and has since gained more than 30 million views.  


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2015
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Everybody’s got their demons
Even wide awake or dreaming
I’m the one who ends up leaving
Make it okay

See a war, I wanna fight it
See a match, I wanna strike it
Every fire I’ve ignited
Faded to grey

But now that I’m broken
Now that you know it
Caught up in a moment
Can you see inside?

'Cause I’ve got a jet black heart
And there’s a hurricane underneath it
Trying to keep us apart
I write with a poison pen
But these chemicals moving between us
Are the reason to start again

Now I’m holding on for dear life
There’s no way that we could rewind
Maybe there’s nothing after midnight
That could make you stay

But now that I’m broken
And now that you know it
Caught up in a moment
Can you see inside?

'Cause I’ve got a jet black heart
And there’s a hurricane underneath it
Trying to keep us apart
I write with a poison pen
But these chemicals moving between us
Are the reason to start again

The blood in my veins
Is made up of mistakes
Let’s forget who we are
And dive into the dark
As we burst into color
Returning to life

'Cause I’ve got a jet black heart
And there’s a hurricane underneath it
Trying to keep us apart
I write with a poison pen
But these chemicals moving between us
Are the reason to start again

The blood in my veins
Is made up of mistakes (to start again)
Let's forget who we are
And dive into the dark

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5 Seconds of Summer

5 Seconds of Summer (commonly abbreviated as 5SOS) are an Australian pop punk band from Sydney that formed in 2011. The group were originally YouTube celebrities, posting videos of themselves covering songs from various artists during 2011 and early 2012. They rose to international fame while touring with One Direction on the Take Me Home Tour. The group have been referred to as a boy band in the media, though the members reject this description. In early 2014, the band released "She Looks So Perfect" worldwide as its debut single, which topped the charts in Australia, New Zealand, Ireland and the United Kingdom. The self-titled debut studio album was released in June 2014, which peaked #1 in 11 countries, and followed by a lve album titled LiveSOS… more »

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Written by: CALUM HOOD, MICHAEL CLIFFORD, DAVID HODGES, JON GREEN

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20 facts about this song

Band Background
"Jet Black Heart" is a song by the Australian band "5 Seconds of Summer" often known as 5SOS. - The band was formed in Sydney in 2011, and gained popularity by touring with One Direction on their "Take Me Home Tour."
Album Information
The song is from their second studio album, "Sounds Good Feels Good," released in 2015. - This album took a bit of a departure from their pop-punk debut, infusing more elements of rock and punk.
Song Style
"Jet Black Heart" is noted for its emo-influenced pop-punk style, setting it apart from some of 5SOS's earlier, lighter works.
Songwriting Credits
"Jet Black Heart" was written by Michael Clifford and Calum Hood, two members of the band, along with David Hodges and Jon Green.
Fan Interaction
The music video features a compilation of fan-submitted clips, in association with the song's lyrics about self-identity and acceptance.
Chart Performance
Although not released as a single, the song still managed to chart in various countries due to digital download sales and streams. - It reached number 25 on the Australian ARIA Chart, and 60 on the UK Singles Chart.
Critical Acclaim
"Jet Black Heart" received significant praise from critics for its emotional depth and maturity, speaking out about difficulties individuals face such as anxiety and depression.
Performing Live
On 12th June 2015, 5SOS performed "Jet Black Heart" live for the first time in Lisbon, Portugal for their "Rock Out with Your Socks Out Tour."
Band Background
"Jet Black Heart" is performed by 5 Seconds of Summer, an Australian pop rock band formed in 2011, comprising Luke Hemmings, Calum Hood, Ashton Irwin and Michael Clifford.
Album Details
"Jet Black Heart" is a track in "Sounds Good Feels Good", the second studio album of 5 Seconds of Summer, which was released globally on October 23, 2015.
Song's Style
The song is considered part of the alternative pop genre and is characterized by its heavier sound compared to the rest of the band's discography.
Third Single
"Jet Black Heart" was released as the third single from the album "Sounds Good Feels Good" on 17th December 2015, following "She's Kinda Hot" and "Hey Everybody!".
Co-Writing
Calum Hood and Michael Clifford, two members of the band, helped co-write this emotional song.
Fan Collaboration
The music video for "Jet Black Heart" is special because it features a compilation of fan videos singing along to the song, demonstrating the band's connection with their fan base.
Noteworthy Lyrics
The song is most noted for its deep, emotional lyrics, suggesting a more mature direction for the band at the time, with lyrics such as 'cause I’ve got a jet black heart, and there’s a hurricane underneath it'.
Critical Recognition
The song has been recognized for its mature sound, with critics noting Michael Clifford’s powerful vocals and the band’s musical evolution.
Chart Performance
While the song didn't chart in the top 10 internationally, it was widely well received within the band’s fanbase, and has accumulated over 60 million plays on Spotify.
Live Performances
The song has been performed live by the band multiple times, including at their "Sounds Live Feels Live World Tour", where it was a fan favourite.
Video Directed by
The video for the song was directed by Frank Borin, a common collaborator with the band.
Triple J Hottest 100
The song was also listed on the Triple J Hottest 100 in 2015, a popular Australian music poll.

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