Higher

The Naked and Famous

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"Higher" is a song by New Zealand indie electronic band The Naked and Famous from their third studio album, Simple Forms. It was released on 8 July 2016 as the album's lead single.


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Higher, high

Like we understood
Made with adrenaline
Seeping out through the skin
Like only lovers could
Here's where we begin
Time is the medicine
To heal these needs
That only raise our voices

Higher, higher
Tonight we raise the dead
Tonight we bury this in fire, fire
Under the shape of years
And the weight that brought us here

But we can separate
To form these hearts in stone
Rewrite this pain we own
Caught here in the wake
Nothing but genuine
Built on a skeleton
Of fractured parts
That only raise our voices

Higher, higher
Tonight we raise the dead
Tonight we bury this in fire, fire
Under the shape of years
And the weight that brought us here

Better believe the sea of changes
And put these battered bones to rest
Nothing invisible or nameless
Leave no reason to confess (confess)

Higher, higher
Tonight we raise the dead
Tonight we bury this in fire, fire
Under the shape of years
And the weight

Higher, higher (higher, higher, higher)
Tonight we raise the dead
Tonight we bury this in fire, fire
Under the shape of years
And the weight that brought us here

Better believe the sea of changes
And put these battered bones to rest (rest)
Nothing invisible or nameless
Leave no reason to confess
(And raise our voices)
Higher, higher

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The Naked and Famous

The Naked and Famous are a New Zealand post-punk revival band from Auckland. They formed in 2008 when Thom Powers and Alisa Xayalith recorded two EPs with engineer Aaron Short, a fellow student at Auckland's MAINZ music college. The EPs were subsequently released on a local independent label and Powers and Xayalith began performing live with Ben Knapp (bass) and Jordan Clark (drums). more »

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Written by: David William Henry Beadle, Jesse Wood, Aaron Philip Short, Alisa Xayalith, Thomas Brading Powers

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10 facts about this song

Release Details
"Higher" by The Naked and Famous was released in 2016 as the lead single from the band’s third studio album, "Simple Forms."
Song’s Genesis
The song was written by the band members Alisa Xayalith and Thom Powers. It stemmed from a place of personal struggle and emotional turmoil after their romantic relationship ended.
Chart Performance
"Higher" managed to make its way to various music charts, topping at 34 on the US Billboard Rock Airplay chart.
Song Theme
The theme of the song projects a sense of empowerment, ambition, and the push to rise above the challenges. It provides a strong emotional narrative.
Video Details
The music video was directed by Ruban Nielson, featuring an energetic and symbolic dance choreography that perfectly embodies the track's lively spirit.
Use in Media
This song was featured in various TV series such as "Suits", "Lucifer", and the final trailer of "Only The Brave".
New Zealand Connection
The Naked and Famous is a New Zealand band. "Higher," released by Universal New Zealand, carried on the band's tradition of incorporating the synth-pop sound that has made New Zealand music globally recognized.
Live Performances
"Higher" was regularly performed during the band's 2016-2017 world tour promotion for the "Simple Forms" album.
Critical Reception
The song was positively received by critics. They praised its energetic beats, catchy synth lines, and commendable vocal performances.
Song Production
"Higher" was produced by Thom Powers, with mixing by Billy Bush, who is known for his work with artists like Garbage and Foster the People.

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