Empire of the Sun – Walking on a Dream (Walking on a Dream 2008)
written by james
How totally excited would you be if I told you that Empire of the Sun, is basically the Australian MGMT. Because that’s exactly what they are. Except the members of the band, look kinda like the guys in Fischerspooner. Anyway, every since Sam alerted me to their existence, I’ve been hooked. And after hearing this song, I’m sure you will be to. Anyway, on to the analysis.
It starts out with a simple little Yamaha drum synth hi-hat, and keyboard part. Then Bam! You get thrown into the song, with these really solid lyrics.
Walking on a dream
How can I explain
Talking to myself
Will I see again
Then the music gets a little bit more intense, and we move straight on to the wonderful chorus, which is arguably the best part of the song.
We are always running for the thrill of it thrill of it
Always pushing up the hill searching for the thrill of it
On and on and on we are calling out and out again
Never looking down I’m just in awe of what’s in front of me
Just the imagery in it is really cool. And epic sounding. “Running for the thrill of it”, and “pushing up the hills”, both resonate really strong with me. And then “Never looking down, just in awe of what’s in front of me” God. It’s just really powerful. The rest of the song just continues in a similar manner, with verses and choruses. But man, I could seriously listen to this song forever. It’s the perfect thing to wake up to. I would strongly encourage anyone that likes it, to investigate the rest of the album. You won’t be disappointed, “I guarantee it” Like the Men’s Warehouse guy.
-James out