Immortals
Fall Out Boy
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They say we are what we are But we don't have to be I'm glad to hate you but I do it in the best way I'll be the watcher of the eternal flame I'll be the guard dog of all your fever dreams (Ooh) I am the sand in the bottom half of the hourglass glass, glass (Ooh) I try to picture me without you but I can't 'Cause we could be immortals, immortals Just not for long, for long And live with me forever now You pull the blackout curtains down Just not for long, for long, We could be immor- immortals Immor- immortals Immor- immortals Immor- immortals (Immortals) Sometimes the only pay off for having any faith Is when it's tested again and again everyday I'm still comparing your past to my future It might be your wound but they're my sutures (Ooh) I am the sand in the bottom half of the hourglass glass, glass (Ooh) I try to picture me without you but I can't 'Cause we could be immortals, immortals Just not for long, for long And live with me forever now You pull the blackout curtains down Just not for long, for long We could be immor- immortals Immor- immortals (Immortals) And live with me forever now And pull the blackout curtains down We could be immortals, immortals Just not for long, for long We could be immor- immortals Immor- immortals Immor- immortals Immor- immortals (Immortals)
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Written by: Andy Hurley, Joe Trohman, Patrick Stump, Pete Wentz
Lyrics © Walt Disney Music Company
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23 facts about this song
Release Information"Immortals" was released as part of Fall Out Boy's sixth studio album, "American Beauty/American Psycho", released in 2015.
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Chart SuccessThe song reached the number 10 spot on Billboard's hot rock songs chart, and also charted in other countries like the UK and Australia.
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Disney Collaboration"Immortals" was written for Walt Disney's animated movie "Big Hero 6" and is featured in the film's credit scene.
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Unique Musical StyleThe song incorporates dance-rock elements, showcasing the band's shift from pop-punk to a more pop-rock musical style.
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Recording Process"Immortals" was recorded in a hotel room, unlike traditional studio-based recording methods.
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InspirationThe song was inspired by the "Big Hero 6" character Baymax's unwavering determination and resilience, which Fall Out Boy felt resonated with their own band journey.
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Critical ReceptionCritics gave "Immortals" mixed reviews, as some enjoyed the catchy hooks, while others were unimpressed with the lack of punk synthesizer elements typical to Fall Out Boy.
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Accolades"Immortals" was nominated for Best Song at the 2014 St. Louis Film Critics Association awards.
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Different VersionsTwo different versions of the song exist - the original version released for Big Hero 6 and another version on Fall Out Boy's album.
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Live PerformancesFall Out Boy frequently included "Immortals" in their setlist for concerts, highlighting its success and popularity.
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Music VideoA video for "Immortals" was released featuring animations and clips from "Big Hero 6", bringing the song further into popular culture.
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Song Writing"Immortals" was written by the four members of Fall Out Boy: Andy Hurley, Patrick Stump, Joe Trohman, and Pete Wentz.
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Song Release"Immortals" was released October 14, 2014, by the American rock band, Fall Out Boy.
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Album InclusionIt featured as boat the 7th track in the band's sixth studio album, "American Beauty/American Psycho" that was released in 2015.
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Movie SoundtrackThe song was written and recorded specifically for the 2014 Disney superhero film, "Big Hero 6". It was later integrated into Fall Out Boy's album.
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InspirationThe song's title, "Immortals," directly relates to its thematic representation of immortality, a prevalent concept in the movie.
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Chart PerformanceDespite its subdued tone, the track charted in several countries including peaking at number 96 on the Billboard Hot 100.
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Extended VersionThe album version of the song, which is an extended version featuring an added guitar solo, differs from the shorter version used in "Big Hero 6".
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Band Members ContributionAll members of Fall Out Boy; including Patrick Stump, Pete Wentz, Joe Trohman, and Andy Hurley, contributed to the writing and production of "Immortals".
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Music VideoThe official music video for "Immortals" was released on YouTube on December 24, 2014 and features scenes from "Big Hero 6", along with the band members performing the song.
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ImpactThis song helped make Fall Out Boy popular among a younger demographic due to its association with the animated film.
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Remix VersionTwo remixes of "Immortals" were later created by Fall Out Boy, each adding a unique spin to the original's melody and composition.
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Song's Award NominationAlthough the song didn't win any awards, "Big Hero 6" won the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature at the 87th Academy Awards in 2015.
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