Submarines
The Lumineers
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I believe submarines Underneath deep blue seas Saw the flags: Japanese No one will believe me Ran back to the town bar And I told the people how I had seen the submarine And everyone laughed aloud I did spy periscopes Dead of night on the eastern coast The police made them jokes Told me I'd seen a ghost Everyone thinks I'm a liar No one knows the truth If it was a bigger fire I would be on the roof Ships will rust in Baldwin Bay (Let me go!) No one trusts what I say (I don't know!) Oh my God, no one paid (Attention!) Overnight my hair turned gray (Oh oh oh!) In the end it boils down to credibility I had none, so I will die with the secrets of the sea (Submarine! Can't find me!) Submarine (Submarine!)
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Written by: Jeremy C Fraites, Wesley Keith Schultz
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13 facts about this song
Album Fact"Submarines" is a track from The Lumineers' self-titled debut album, which was released in 2012.
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Charts FactThe Lumineers' debut album peaked at number two on the Billboard 200 chart in the US, suggesting that "Submarines" was part of a highly successful album.
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Song Inspiration FactLead vocalist Wesley Schultz got the inspiration for "Submarines" from a dream his bandmate, Jeremiah Fraites, had about a submarine breaking through his floor.
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Unique Sound Fact"Submarines" is noted for its unique piano riff, a stark contrast to the guitar and vocal-heavy sound The Lumineers are known for.
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Tiered Release FactThe song was initially premiered on American radio station KEXP on April 3, 2012, and was later made available for digital download and streaming.
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Music Video FactThe music video for "Submarines," which premiered on YouTube on October 3, 2013, is an animated film directed by Nicholas Sutton Bell.
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Popularity FactAs of January 2022, the "Submarines" official music video has amassed over 12 million views on YouTube.
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Live Performances Fact"Submarines" has been a consistent part of The Lumineers' performance setlist since its release and is described as a crowd favorite.
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Songwriting FactThe song, like many on the band's debut album, was written by the founding members Wesley Schultz and Jeremiah Fraites.
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Production Fact"Submarines" was produced by Ryan Hadlock, who has also worked with other popular indie bands such as Vance Joy and The Flaming Lips.
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Lyrics Interpretation FactAlthough interpretations can vary among fans, "Submarines" is generally interpreted as retelling a story of a dream within a dream, exploring themes of reality and fiction, isolation, and battle against unseen enemies.
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Sonic Evolution Fact"Submarines" played a crucial part in defining The Lumineers' sound, blending folk melodies with the energy of rock and roll.
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Recognition FactBillboard praised "Submarines," calling it a "standout track" from the album. The song showcases the simple yet profound storytelling abilities of The Lumineers.
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