Miracle Mile
Cold War Kids
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I was supposed to do great things I know the road was long But I wasn't raised to shoot for fame I had the safety on (ooh) I cut my ties, I sold my rings I wanted none of this If you start from scratch you have to sing Just for the fun of it I’d be alright, if I could just see you Come up for air, come up for air A miracle mile, where does it lead to Come up for air, come up for air I feel the air upon my face Forget the mess I'm in Hold me again, don't count mistakes I lost track of them I’d be alright, if I could just see you Come up for air, come up for air A miracle mile, where does it lead to Come up for air, come up for air I was in the mud, I was in the dirt Went underground and I found what I was worth All alone and I know I can't stay But we're walking up and down the streets to stay awake Come up for air, come up for air, come up Come up for air, come up for air, come up Come up for air, come up for air, come up Come up for air, come up for air, come up Get outside, get all over the world You learn to love what you get in return It may be permanent, it may be peace of mind But you have to slow down and breathe one breath at a time Come up for air, come up for air, come up Come up for air, come up for air, come up Come up for air, come up for air, come up Come up for air, come up for air, come up I’d be alright, if I could just see you Come up for air, come up for air A miracle mile, where does it lead to Come up for air, come up for air I'd be alright, if I could just see you (ba ba ba, ba ba ba) A miracle mile, where does it lead to
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Written by: DANN GALLUCCI, MATTHEW AVEIRO, MATTHEW MAUST, NATHAN WILLETT
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Downtown Music Publishing
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10 facts about this song
Band History"Miracle Mile" was created by Cold War Kids, an American indie-rock band that originated in Long Beach, California. The band includes Nathan Willett, Matt Maust, David Quon, Matthew Schwartz, and Joe Plummer.
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Album InfoIt is the lead single from the band’s fourth studio album titled "Dear Miss Lonelyhearts," which was released in 2013.
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Chart PerformanceAlthough "Miracle Mile" didn't chart in the Hot 100, it did well on the Alternative Songs chart where it peaked at no.12.
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Song ThemeThe song talks about redemption, the power of determination, and the struggle to bounce back after a fall. The lyrics, "Running down the miracle mile," serve as a metaphor for the constant chase and struggle in life for miracles or for a better outcome.
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Unique SoundThe song features an upbeat, piano-driven music, helps it to stand apart and be uniquely identified.
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Artistic Evolution“Miracle Mile” represented a significant shift in sound for the band, moving away from their typically moody, introspective style towards a lighter, more anthemic sound.
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ReceptionThe song was received positively — Pitchfork, an influential indie music website, described the song as “a propulsive piano-driven rocker that finds the band sounding as immediate as ever.”
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Use in MediaIn addition to its success as a single, "Miracle Mile" has also had success in media. The song features in the EA Sports game "NHL 14".
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Inspiration"Miracle Mile" was influenced by a part of Los Angeles where several historical museums are situated and that's why perhaps the lyrics display a sense of history, struggle, and overcoming adversity.
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Live PerformancesThe excitement and energy of "Miracle Mile" lends itself well to live performances, and it has become a consistent part of Cold War Kids' concert setlists since its release.
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