Umbrella Beach
Owl City
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Stands and gears, oh how the daisies bloom When chandeliers light up the engine room Can you feel the drops as it starts to rain There's an underwater Ferris wheel where I found the missing link to this island chain Home will always be here unseen, out of sight Where I disappear and hide I think dreamy things as I'm waving goodbye So I'll spread out my wings and fly Home is a boxcar and it's so far out of reach Hidden under umbrella beach Home will always be here, unseen, out of sight Where I disappear and hide I think dreamy things as I'm waving goodbye So I'll spread out my wings and fly I'll spread my wings and fly Home is a boxcar and it's so far out of reach Hidden under umbrella beach
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Written by: ADAM R. YOUNG
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23 facts about this song
Song Background"Umbrella Beach" is a single released by Owl City, a musical project by American musician, Adam Young, as part of his album "Ocean Eyes."
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Album DebutThe song is included in Owl City's second studio album, "Ocean Eyes," which was first released on iTunes in July 2009.
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Song Genre"Umbrella Beach" falls into the electronic pop genre, characterized by its synth-heavy music and melodic hooks.
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Song ThemeThe song is about finding solace and comfort, represented metaphorically as an ‘Umbrella Beach’. It’s also an implied ode to Young's home state, Minnesota.
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Inspirational UseThe song's uplifting and optimistic tone has made it a staple in many motivational and sports-related playlists.
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Music VideoUnlike many of Owl City's popular songs, "Umbrella Beach" does not have an official music video.
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Chart PerformanceAlthough not one of Owl City's top charting songs like "Fireflies," "Umbrella Beach" was still popular and included in many playlists.
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SongwritingLike the majority of Owl City's familiar tracks, Adam Young wrote "Umbrella Beach."
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ProductionThe song was produced under the label "Universal Republic Records."
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Other Versions"Umbrella Beach" also comes in an instrumental version, which is featured on the album's deluxe edition.
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Live PerformancesIt's one of the songs that Adam Young performed live on his world tours, and it's immensely loved by fans for its energetic and uplifting live rendition.
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Critical ReceptionCritics gave mixed reviews for "Umbrella Beach." Some praised its catchy chorus and synth-heavy beats, while others felt it was too similar to the rest of the songs on the album.
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Album Success"Ocean Eyes," the album containing "Umbrella Beach," was a commercial success that catapulted Owl City into worldwide fame. It reached number eight on the Billboard 200 and number one on the US Digital Albums chart.
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Music Genre"Umbrella Beach" by Owl City is classified under the genre of "Electropop" and "synth-pop".
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Album DetailsThis song is from the album "Ocean Eyes" which was released in July 2009, making it one of the earliest hits of Owl City.
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Peak Chart PositionsWhile "Umbrella Beach" didn't fare as well as some of the other songs from the record, it still reached respectable ranks, peaking at #72 on the US Billboard Hot 100.
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InspirationJust like many other songs written by Adam Young aka Owl City, "Umbrella Beach" is inspired by his imaginations. Young once stated that the song was about an imaginary tropical island which is under an umbrella on a beach.
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Connection with NatureMuch like the rest of the "Ocean Eyes" album, "Umbrella Beach" has a significant connection with nature. The lyrics include references to the ocean, sand, and sunset.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Umbrella Beach" features scenes of Adam Young exploring various natural and urban landscapes interspersed with scenes of him performing the song.
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An Uplifting SongAccording to many reviews and critique, "Umbrella Beach" is often considered as one of the most uplifting and mood-boosting songs from Adam Young's discography. The joyful and euphoric mood of the song has made it popular among fans.
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Song Writing and ProductionAdam Young has completely written and produced "Umbrella Beach" on his own which contributes to the song's unique sound.
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Cover VersionsAlthough "Umbrella Beach" has not been widely covered by other artists, it has been remixed by various DJs and producers, taking on new life in the electronic music scene.
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Performance ToursOwl City has been known to perform "Umbrella Beach" live during multiple world tours, proving the song's enduring popularity among fans.
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