This Fire

Birds of Tokyo

About This Fire

"This Fire" is a song written and recorded by Australian alternative rock band Birds of Tokyo. It was included on their third extended play (EP) of the same name and for their fourth studio album, March Fires (2013). The song appears as the second track on the album. The Single artwork is by Leif Podhajsky. The song came in at number 51 on the Triple J Hottest 100, 2012. Sales towards "This Fire" counted towards the EP which peaked at number 32 and was certified gold in 2013. Band member Ian Berney said ""This Fire" was probably one of the most effortless songs I've ever been part of a writing team for. I'll never forget the night that chorus came out – imagine five guys with one acoustic guitar, singing the song at the top of their lungs and all getting super excited. I like how the lyrics assign responsibility to ourselves for the urban disasters that we've created. Live, it's one of the strongest… 9 times out of 10 we play it last; it just finishes a set with such command - probably a favourite for the whole band." 


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Our city isn't perfect

Our city is a blaze of neon flare
Does anybody care
Fractured lines in the pavement
Embers color the air
These streets we named
Will never be the same

This fire, this fire, this fire we let it
This fire, this fire, this fire we let it
This fire, this fire, this fire we let it all burn

This fire, this fire, this fire we let it
This fire, this fire, this fire we let it
This fire, this fire, this fire we let it all burn

People fall into silence
The wind she whistles a song
Of hopelessness
That carries like a hymn
Our city is a burden

The waste land under our feet
We've come to know
Will never be enough

This fire, this fire, this fire we let it
This fire, this fire, this fire we let it
This fire, this fire, this fire we let it all burn

This fire, this fire, this fire we let it
This fire, this fire, this fire we let it
This fire, this fire, this fire we let it all burn

If all we do is blame
And none cares to listen
There's nothing left to say
But if we stake our claim
Let action speak the loudest
We'll dance beyond the flames

This fire, this fire, this fire we let it
This fire, this fire, this fire we let it
This fire, this fire, this fire we let it all burn

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Birds of Tokyo

Birds of Tokyo is a four-piece alternative rock band from Perth, Western Australia. Their debut album Day One, gained them domestic success with it reaching No. 3 on the AIR Independent Album charts, spending a total of 36 consecutive weeks in the top 10. In 2008, the band released Universes, which made it to No. 3 on the Australian ARIA Albums Chart. In 2010 the band released its highest charting album to date, Birds of Tokyo, which reached No. 2 on the ARIA Albums Chart. more »

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Written by: ADAM JOHN SPARK, ADAM PETER WESTON, GLENN MICHAEL SARANGAPANY, IAN LEWIS KENNY, IAN PATRICK BERNEY

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11 facts about this song

Release Date
"This Fire" by Birds of Tokyo was officially released as a single on October 5, 2012.
Album
The song is from the Birds of Tokyo's self-titled third studio album which was released in 2010.
Music Style
"This Fire" is categorized under the alternative rock genre.
Chart Performance
The song peaked at number 32 on the Australian ARIA Singles Chart, showcasing the band's popularity in their home country.
Approach
The song carries the band's unique approach to rock music, blending thought-provoking lyrics with compelling instrumental compositions.
Themes
"This Fire" talks about the subject of resilience and rebirth, often interpreted as a phoenix rising from the ashes.
Live Performances
Birds of Tokyo have performed "This Fire" in numerous live performances, further solidifying its status as one of their popular tracks.
Music Video
A music video for "This Fire" was released on YouTube on October 11, 2012, and it has since amassed millions of views.
Album Impact
Along with other hit songs from the album, "This Fire" played a crucial role in helping Birds of Tokyo reach a wider audience and gain more recognition in the music industry.
Band Members
The song is performed by Birds of Tokyo members Ian Kenny (vocals), Adam Spark (guitar), Adam Weston (drums), and Glenn Sarangapany (keyboards). The band hails from Perth, Western Australia.
Songwriting
Like most of the tracks on the album, "This Fire" showcases the band's strong songwriting skills, with deeply emotive and powerful lyrics.

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