Vanilla Twilight

Owl City

About Vanilla Twilight

"Vanilla Twilight" is a song by American electronica act Owl City. The song was released as the second single from his second studio album Ocean Eyes. "Vanilla Twilight" attained chart placement prior to the release date, following the success of Owl City's previous single "Fireflies".


Year:
2009
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The stars lean down to kiss you
And I lie awake and miss you
Pour me a heavy dose of atmosphere
'Cause I'll doze off safe and soundly
But I'll miss your arms around me
I'd send a postcard to you, dear
'Cause I wish you were here

I'll watch the night turn light blue
But it's not the same without you
Because it takes two to whisper quietly
The silence isn't so bad
'Til I look at my hands and feel sad
'Cause the spaces between my fingers
Are right where yours fit perfectly

I'll find repose in new ways
Though I haven't slept in two days
'Cause cold nostalgia chills me to the bone
But drenched in vanilla twilight
I'll sit on the front porch all night
Waist deep in thought because when
I think of you I don't feel so alone

I don't feel so alone
I don't feel so alone

As many times as I blink
I'll think of you tonight

I'll think of you tonight

When violet eyes get brighter
And heavy wings grow lighter
I'll taste the sky and feel alive again
And I'll forget the world that I knew
But I swear I won't forget you
Oh if my voice could reach back through the past
I'd whisper in your ear,
"Oh darling I wish you were here"

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Owl City

Owl City is an American electronica musical project by singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Adam Young formed in 2007 in Owatonna, Minnesota. Young created the project while experimenting with music in his parents' basement. Owl City developed a following on the social networking site Myspace, like many musicians who achieved success in the late 2000s, before signing with Universal Republic in 2008. more »

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Written by: ADAM R. YOUNG

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Songtrust Ave

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13 facts about this song

Release Information
"Vanilla Twilight" is one of the singles off of the album "Ocean Eyes" by Owl City, released on January 26, 2010.
Chart Performance
The song reached number 72 on the Billboard Hot 100 and number 34 on the Pop 100 chart in the US.
YouTube Popularity
The official music video for Vanilla Twilight on YouTube has garnered over 120 million views as of 2021.
Song Genre
The song is categorized as Electronic Pop, Synth pop and Electropop, which is known for its light, airy feel and complex electronic instrumentals.
Lyrics Inspiration
The lyrics of "Vanilla Twilight" have been noted for their emotional depth, painting a poignant picture of love and longing. Adam Young, the man behind Owl City, wrote the song reminiscing a past love interest.
Music Video Appearance
The music video for "Vanilla Twilight" features NBA player Shaquille O'Neal standing in the soft glow of a vanilla twilight, which is said to be symbolic of love and longing.
Production Credits
The song was written and produced by Adam Young himself, showing his hands-on approach to his music.
Commercial Use
"Vanilla Twilight" was used in promotional advertisements for the ABC television show, “Happy Town.”
Critical Reception
The song received generally positive reviews from music critics, with praise for its lyrical quality and unique sound.
Album Success
"Vanilla Twilight" contributed to the overall success of the album "Ocean Eyes" which was RIAA certified Platinum in 2010.
Connection to Other Songs
Some critics claim that "Vanilla Twilight" is a perfect continuation of their previous song "Fireflies" from the same album.
Emotional Connection
Many fans consider it as one of their favorite songs due to its heartfelt lyrics allowing listeners to connect on an emotional level.
Global Popularity
The song also saw international success, charting in countries like Canada, Japan, and the United Kingdom.

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