He only ever had a couple hits, released a few mediocre albums that sold poorly, and then he was kicked off his label and didn't release another album for a few years, that's why he's underrated
Owl City's music is so timeless. He has a style that just doesn't really age, a feel that can transport you to past times, but that remains itself never-changing and ageless.
2:47 I simply love this part. It captures that feeling of bittersweet nostalgia found in old home videos. It's familiar yet feels untouchable, pure, and humble. Within seconds you see so many important moments and key items from his life, like every single person and object that led him to this very moment.
I know this is random, but there is a song by Spinvis. "Voor ik vergeet." It is Dutch, but I have heard from people that they can feel the meaning of his song, despite not understanding the lyrics. It is about a man that wants to mention the things he hopes never to forget. The holiday on the beach, where they lost a bucket, the moment he put a peppermint up his nose as a kid, the way he felt when he thought everything was in place, etc. I always cry when I hear it, it is really sweet.
Owl City was my moms favorite singer/musician... She is dead and i listen to Owl City to cry and be happy of all the memories. I wish whoever is reading this a good day
Owl city is so underrated. He is so talented, I hat that most people don't know more songs than just fireflies. Where was I when the rockets came to life, and carried you away to the alligator sky? My yearbook quote 100%
Adam could have followed his own inspiration on music, keeping making beautiful art just as he did between 2007 and 2011. Instead, he sold himself to the mainstream and to what the average listener wants. And he failed. Miserably. It makes me feel kinda bad.
I opened this song at my friend’s house. He had never listened to Owl City before. Now he falls in love with Owl City’s songs. We call these are “feel-good pop songs”.
Owl city is one of few artist who actually love to make geniune music irrespective of commercial music, always loved his songs, truely most underrated artist out there.
I remember those days... In the school, when I was a creative kid... when I appreciated the nature and I wanted to explore the world... when the rainy days were everything for me... when I had real fun... when life was good... This is what this song represents to me... I used to heard Owl City in that golden times... now everything is boring and life is the same everyday... life isn't what it was anymore... now life is pure sadness and nostalgia, I don't know why I can't just accept that everything changes, and life isn't good anymore. 💔
life can still be interesting and pure and good. it may not seem like it but it is if you search hard enough. keep pushing and youll find it! never let go of those wonderful times and search for even more wonderful times. theres still leaves on the trees and waves in the ocean! beauty still exists! i promise
I have mad respect for Owl City. He makes amazing music, and always makes really freaking cool music videos too. Every video he makes tells a story(for the most part). He is a truly great dude. Also, 2021 gang! 10 years from then! Dang.
I should also mention, this video looks like it would be a pretty cool introduction to a sci fi game about humanity escaping earth because of a nuclear war, it would probably be an heavily story based game, as this song has so many lyrics that could be put up to interpretation.
Me: **infiltrates NASA** Dude this guy is authorized what are you talking about? **starts playing this, Shooting Star, Take to the Sky, and Galaxies at full volume** NASA: He's all good let's go **partying in the background**
- But, Sir, it's a confidential operation, no one is allowed to tress... + Shut your mouth... Hey Owl... I want some credits... Write my name at the end of the song, oka?
Hello adam. Just wanted to say that you were my childhood crush and eventhough 8 years past, you will always be considered by me as the most important artist in my heart. Thank you for the beautiful memories
The emanating optimism in this song is startling. Goosebumps appear as the orchestral chorus kicks in at 1:56 and tiny tears form in my eyes. In just that moment, I feel invincible.
Makes you kind of emotional when you realize this can and will happen some day. We can find new planets to thrive on, but Earth gave birth to us. It's like saying goodbye forever to your mother.
Where was I when the rockets came to life, And carried you away into the alligator sky? Even though I’ll never know what’s up ahead, I’m never letting go, I’m never letting go! Uh uh, that’s not a plane, that’s me, I’m sittin’ where I’m s’pposed to, Floatin’ on the cloud, can’t nobody come close to, The concrete and the sky switch places, So now my ceiling is painted with cosmic spaces, Firecracker to the moon, Keep your eyes shut, Blastin’ off like a rocket from the ground up, (Heh) I used to catch a cab on the Monday. Now the taxi’s sellin’ lights on the runway, Fly, condo on the Milky Way, A house on the cloud and God’s my landlord, And for my rent all I pay is my drive, I got that. So if you need me you can find me in the alligator sky. Where was I when the rockets came to life, And carried you away into the alligator sky? (Into the alligator sky) Even though I’ll never know what’s up ahead, (Heh) I’m never letting go, (Uh uh) I’m never letting go! (Yeah uh) Roller coaster through the atmosphere, I’m drowning in this starry serenade, Where ecstasy becomes cavalier, My imagination’s taking me away. Reverie, whisper in my ear. I’m scared to death that I’ll never be afraid, Roller coaster through the atmosphere, My imagination’s taking me away. Uh, now Imma dance like I never dance, Sing like I never sing, Dream like I never dream, Or try to, ’cause we’ve been lied to, That the sun is somethin’ that we can’t fly to, Well, I sit on my star and see street lights, Look up, ha, you’ll miss me if you blink twice, (Hehe) Imagination is high and if you got it you can meet me, When you see me in the alligator sky. Where was I when the rockets came to life, (Boom!) And carried you away into the alligator sky? (Into the alligator sky) Even though I’ll never know what’s up ahead, (I never know) I’m never letting go, (Never lettin’ go) I’m never letting go! (Uh) (Heheh) Where was I when the rockets came to life, (Keep your eyes shut) And carried you away into the alligator sky? (Like a rocket from from the ground up) Even though I’ll never know what’s up ahead, (On the Milky Way) I’m never letting go, (Imma dream like I never dream) I’m never letting go! (Uh yeah) In the alligator sky? (In the alligator sky) In the alligator sky? (Look up, you’d miss me if you blink twice) In the alligator sky? (In the alligator sky?) In the alligator sky?
when i was homeless the local barns and noble got this cd when it was new and played it on repeat. needless to say it reminds me of old times both good and bad. gave me hope that good things would come
and this is why I love Adam's music. I mean, we're watching a video of people leaving earth forever, but if you pay attention to the video and the scenery, it's not a sad horrible apocalypse that happened. In fact, it's like they're throwing a party, they make it happy, and that's what every one of his songs are about, joy and innocence to the deepest core. Embrace the innocence that you have left and look at everything with wonder.
Underrated as hell. This was my jam right here back in the day. Owl City deserves more recognition. This song is awesome, and *I'm never letting go in the Alligator Sky*
Liam Seeds Yeah, It's something different. I honestly don't know if the no rap version or the rap version is better. They both have their own meaning and words.
Liam Seeds Yeah, It's something different. I honestly don't know if the no rap version or the rap version is better. They both have their own meaning and words.
Owl City songs make me travel in time and feel so nostalgic,damn. ;-; I remember myself listening to this after school with twelve years and listening to fireflies when i was ten...good fellings
[Chorus: Adam Young] Where was I when the rockets came to life And carried you away into the alligator sky? Even though, I'll never know what's up ahead I'm never letting go, I'm never letting go [Verse 1: Shawn Crystopher] Uh uh, that's not a plane, that's me I'm sitting where I'm supposed to Floating on the cloud, can't nobody come close to The concrete and the sky switch places So now my ceiling is painted with cosmic spaces Firecracker to the moon, keep your eyes shut Blasting off like a rocket from the ground up Heh, I used to catch a cab on the Monday Now the taxi's selling lights on the runway, fly high Condo on the milky way A house on the cloud and God's my landlord And for my rent, all I pay is my drive Got that, so if you need me, you can find me in the alligator sky [Chorus: Adam Young] Where was I when the rockets came to life And carried you away into the alligator sky? Even though, I'll never know what's up ahead I'm never letting go, I'm never letting go [Bridge: Adam Young] Rollercoaster through the atmosphere I'm drowning in this starry serenade Where ecstasy becomes cavalier Imagination's taking me away Reverie whispered in my ear I'm scared to death that I'll never be afraid Rollercoaster through the atmosphere Imagination's taking me away [Verse 2: Shawn Chrystopher] Uh, now I'mma dance like I never danced Sing like I never sing, dream like I've never dreamed Or-or tried to, because we've been lied to That the sun is something that we can't fly to Well, I sit on my star and see street lights Look up, ha, you'll miss me if you blink twice Imagination is high and if you got it you can meet me When you see me in the alligator sky [Chorus: Adam Young & Shawn Chrystopher] Where was I when the rockets came to life (Boom) And carried you away into the alligator sky? (Into the alligator sky) Even though, I'll never know what's up ahead (I never know) I'm never letting go (Never letting go) I'm never letting go (Owl City) Where was I when the rockets came to life (Keep your eyes shut) And carried you away into the alligator sky? (Uh, like a rocket from the ground up) Even though, I'll never know what's up ahead (On the Milky Way) I'm never letting go (I'ma dream like I've never dreamed) I'm never letting go [Outro: Adam Young & Shawn Chrystopher] Never letting go (Ih, yeah) In the alligator sky In the alligator sky In the alligator sky In the alligator sky Look up, ha, you'll miss me if you blink twice In the alligator sky
This song is obviously about the dead pet of Adam, his alligator! that is what "alligator sky" means, it's the heaven of alligators! and in the choir when it says "i'm never letting go" he is talking about his feelings that he can't accept its death. and the thing about rockets is that everyone in earth loved that alligator and they wanted to be with it so they began looking for the alligator heaven!! YEAHHHHH!!! I totally NAILED IT!!!
why are you lying ? this is from Adam`s facebook page: Another highlight is the first single, “Alligator Sky,” which features Los Angeles rapper Shawn Chrystopher. “’Alligator’ and ‘sky’ are two words that don’t really go together, but conjure up an image, which fits the idea of the song,” Young says. “It’s about how there are so many weird things coming at you every day. Why not just meet them head on and take charge even though you have no say over what’s going to happen? You and those around you are what matter most.”
I only heard this a few years ago but I feel like I have so many childhood memories with it. Thank you Owl City (and Shawn Chrystopher of course!), so so much
I just got the All Things Bright And Beautiful album this year (yeah, I know, hopelessly behind the times). I found this collaboration incredibly pretty and wanted some context for it. Was it supposed to be sad? Hopeful? Awestruck? Caring? Bitter? It's really great to have this video!
It's just so sad to think about that no one is making this type of songs anymore this is more dreamy and meaningful that makes people like myself who appreciates music so much that can be inspired and be up lifted by the lyrics oh how good the old times was.
I started inexplicably crying halfway through the song, and I cannot place the exact reason why. It could be the overwhelming nostalgia, my extreme adoration of space and the idea of space travel, or the way the song invites you to join in on the story. One thing is certain, however: that they were tears of joy! Adam, thank you so much for bringing back a little euphoria in my crazy life. ❤
I was chillin' at a Subway when this song came on (mind you I listen to Owl City but I've never heard this specific song of his) and I recognized his accent! This was the 4th of July, 2020 as well and they were still playing Owl City!! I'm so glad he's still recognized and appreciated 9 years later!
Here's an in-depth analysis of this masterpiece. TL;DR Alligator sky refers to "Fake sky". Just like alligator tears reffer to "Fake tears". So when you watch the music video, you will see that this song takes place in the future, where the air has aparently been so poluted that people are wearing spacehelmets to filter the air (This is shown on a bilboard in the background of the music video). In the music video, the newspapers are saying that there has been a festival in New York, where 1 million people gathered there in memory of earth. This is most likely why Shawn is there. Now, the song is referencing the "aligator sky", but what is all about? Well you know what alligator tears are? It's what we call fake tears. The alligator sky, is the "fake" sky, because in this post-apocalyptic future, what we used to call the sky isn't the sky anymore, everyone has evacuated to space. You will notice that Adam is singing about someone who has left the planet with the evacuation rockets, but decided to stay on earth himself, regretting woefully that he wasn't at the rocket launch to say goodbye to his special someone: "Where was I when the rockets came to life, and carried you away, into the alligator sky?". Adam, knowing that life on the poluted earth will not be easy, decided not to leave the planet: "Even thought I don't know what's up ahead, I'm never letting go". Adam can now only imagine what it's like for his friend up in the aligator sky, aka space. Also, if you listen to the version without rap, you can notice that what he's singing, can be interpeted as advice to his friend going into space, aswell as what he imagines that life is for him now. Looking at the video, Adam's making a living on earth by recording everything on the planet, and he's decided to stay behind even though his special someone has left. At first I thought this person was his wife, but then the rap came, sung by a guy. So I'm assuming Adams special someone was his best friend, here the roll played by Shawn. Shawn sings about how his life in the alligator sky (in space) is. In the video, Shawn has aparently come back for that Earth Appreciation festival, and the video takes place the day after that party-night. Shawn has not left the planet yet, even though everyone else has/is. Shawn seems to be searching for someone. Most probably his best friend Adam. They find each other, and at the end when Shawn and Adam sings together, Shawn is trying to talk to Adam, but Adam can only think about the regrets of not leaving with Shawn so many years ago. It's actually much deeper than we see at first glance.
Where was I when the rockets came to life, And carried you away, Into the alligator sky? Even though I'll never know what's up ahead, I'm never letting go, I'm never letting go! Uh-uh, that's not a plane, that's me! I'm sitting where I'm supposed to, floating on a cloud, can't nobody come close to! The concrete and the sky switch places, So now my ceiling is painted with cosmic spaces! Firecracker to the moon, keep your eyes shut! Blastin' off like a rocket from the ground up, Heh, I used to catch a cab on the Monday! Now the taxi's sellin' lights on the runway, Fly high condo on the Milky Way. A house on the cloud and God's my landlord, And for my rent all I pay is my drive! Got that so if you need me You can find me in the alligator sky! Where was I when the rockets came to life, And carried you away, Into the alligator sky? Even though I'll never know what's up ahead, I'm never lettin' go, I'm never lettin' go! Roller coaster through the atmosphere, I'm drowning in this starry serenade! Where ecstasy becomes cavalier, My imagination's taking me away! Reverie whispered in my ear, I'm scared to death that I'll never be afraid! Roller coaster through the atmosphere, My imagination's taking me away! Uh, now I'mma dance like I never dance, Sing like I never sing, dream like I never dreamed! Or try to, 'cause we've been lied to, That the sun is somethin' that we can't fly to! Well, I sit on my star and see street lights, Look up, ha, you'll miss me if you blink twice! Imagination is hot and if you got it you can meet me When you see me in the alligator sky! Where was I when the rockets came to life, and carried you away, Into the alligator sky? Even though I'll never know what's up ahead, I'm never lettin' go, I'm never lettin' go! (Prove it?)It's a fundamental trait in our human nature, Man must explore. Where was I when the rockets came to life, And carried you away, into the alligator sky? Even though I'll never know what's up ahead, I'm never lettin' go, I'm never lettin' go! In the alligator sky In the alligator sky In the alligator sky(In the alligator sky) In the alligator sky...
THIS SONG IS AWESOME!!! Probably the best singer/rapper collaboration that I've ever heard. Both Owl City and Shawn Chrystopher have entertaining lyrics and vocal deliveries. Also that beat is amazing; Adam Young is such a great producer. I've been listening to this song for around a decade and it still sounds just as good as when I first heard it.
2023 and still listening to this masterpiece,wish we could turn back time that many talented singers and band makes this kind of music,no swearing,no lyrics about sex and drugs,just pure heart and pure music,nostalgic,takes me to the sky
it's nice to hear that part 🥰❤️ Roller coaster through the atmosphere I'm drowning in this starry serenade Where ecstasy becomes cavalier My imagination's taking me away
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I hate how underrated owl city is. He deserves more.
Carlolo 956 tbh the chances are that the only reason why is that he doesn’t make new songs very often
You right, for me he the best singer ever
Hes not that underrated tbh, this has 16 million views lol
@jooniejoonie yp no, they were saying he's underrated, not overrated
He only ever had a couple hits, released a few mediocre albums that sold poorly, and then he was kicked off his label and didn't release another album for a few years, that's why he's underrated
Owl City's music is so timeless. He has a style that just doesn't really age, a feel that can transport you to past times, but that remains itself never-changing and ageless.
That's why his name is Adam *Young* my man!
More like it gets better as it time passes
His music is like wine. You don't trully enjoy it untill its 10 years old.
his music is always so futuristic sounding and its way better than those stupid 2021 tiktok songs
True!!!
Owl City will never get old. Because he's Young.
Eyyyyyy
:)
Good one.
Good one
Good one
2:47
I simply love this part. It captures that feeling of bittersweet nostalgia found in old home videos. It's familiar yet feels untouchable, pure, and humble. Within seconds you see so many important moments and key items from his life, like every single person and object that led him to this very moment.
I know this is random, but there is a song by Spinvis. "Voor ik vergeet."
It is Dutch, but I have heard from people that they can feel the meaning of his song, despite not understanding the lyrics. It is about a man that wants to mention the things he hopes never to forget. The holiday on the beach, where they lost a bucket, the moment he put a peppermint up his nose as a kid, the way he felt when he thought everything was in place, etc.
I always cry when I hear it, it is really sweet.
Owl City was my moms favorite singer/musician... She is dead and i listen to Owl City to cry and be happy of all the memories.
I wish whoever is reading this a good day
Jafhi thanks
God bless you
Bless you
Jafhi I wish you the best and have a good day :)
Why u want to cry?🤔
Owl city is so underrated. He is so talented, I hat that most people don't know more songs than just fireflies. Where was I when the rockets came to life, and carried you away to the alligator sky? My yearbook quote 100%
So True. Adam has so many good songs but Fireflies is the only one people still listen to over and over. I think this song is better
His music is all good, but I don't even think Fireflies was his best song. This song is just so awesome :)
Adam could have followed his own inspiration on music, keeping making beautiful art just as he did between 2007 and 2011. Instead, he sold himself to the mainstream and to what the average listener wants. And he failed. Miserably. It makes me feel kinda bad.
@@AleBakMusic Not really. He's making his own music and he still has a dedicated fanbase.
His name is Adam Young
I'm always fascinated by Owl City's ability to see something fantastical in the mundane.
HoodieSticks they are cool
I wish they didn't lose that ability
I wish i could do that, but i often find the mundane in the fantastical...
I opened this song at my friend’s house. He had never listened to Owl City before. Now he falls in love with Owl City’s songs. We call these are “feel-good pop songs”.
The best music ever made. 2020 come here to feel the nostalgic music of Owl City 👌
Congrats 100 likes
@President of the United States Donald Trump 🖕
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@Donald John Trump dude why?
Owl city is one of few artist who actually love to make geniune music irrespective of commercial music, always loved his songs, truely most underrated artist out there.
I remember those days... In the school, when I was a creative kid... when I appreciated the nature and I wanted to explore the world... when the rainy days were everything for me... when I had real fun... when life was good... This is what this song represents to me... I used to heard Owl City in that golden times... now everything is boring and life is the same everyday... life isn't what it was anymore... now life is pure sadness and nostalgia, I don't know why I can't just accept that everything changes, and life isn't good anymore. 💔
life can still be interesting and pure and good. it may not seem like it but it is if you search hard enough. keep pushing and youll find it! never let go of those wonderful times and search for even more wonderful times. theres still leaves on the trees and waves in the ocean! beauty still exists! i promise
AlexYT same
This reminds me of when I had a soul
Week therapy
Exactly.
I have mad respect for Owl City. He makes amazing music, and always makes really freaking cool music videos too. Every video he makes tells a story(for the most part). He is a truly great dude.
Also, 2021 gang! 10 years from then! Dang.
I should also mention, this video looks like it would be a pretty cool introduction to a sci fi game about humanity escaping earth because of a nuclear war, it would probably be an heavily story based game, as this song has so many lyrics that could be put up to interpretation.
how..the..fuck has it been 10 years
I'd like to copy ur post dude.... So true
Lmfao
So true lmaooo i remember when i was singing along while it played in MTV 🤣
who came for the feels and nostalgia?
Me ~ Hahaha Very nostalgic indeed
nope just crawled out from under my rock and started listening about a month ago. This is better than a lot of current stuff
Dzian Kolack it's never too late.
KILL SPREE ' .
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everyone
This song still gives me goosebumps even after how many years.
Makes ya wanna travel to space?
Fr
NASA: "Okay, who let a random guy into the launch area, should we delay the launch?"
Mission control: "Nah, Looks like a cool backdrop"
LOL!
The Confident Gamer agreed... "Mission Control"
Me: **infiltrates NASA**
Dude this guy is authorized what are you talking about?
**starts playing this, Shooting Star, Take to the Sky, and Galaxies at full volume**
NASA: He's all good let's go **partying in the background**
Me?
- But, Sir, it's a confidential operation, no one is allowed to tress...
+ Shut your mouth... Hey Owl... I want some credits... Write my name at the end of the song, oka?
12 years later, if you're Watching this, you're a legend.
hell yeah i am because i never left
@@jesuro_kun same here exactly!!
Anyone here in 2024
Hei legends people :)
still one of the best songs ever made(2018)
Still my #1 favorite song!
Agreed
Agreed
Fireflies is still my favorite but I also really like this one second place
still is in 2019!
Here after 8 years again. Can't believe it's just at 15M. So underarrated.😥
What sort videos are you are watching where 15m isn’t a lot
@@wooperwanderer4487 he is talking about songs usually songs get 200-300 million views
😪
Any Dude bruh
16М
It's sad, he makes amazing music and yet he's so underrated
so true
Yah
He's introvert
RIGH? My dude only got 18 mil views and 2 mil subs? thats sow sad😢😢. my dude is sow underated
True talent is given appreciation throughout all of time this song is classic proof of that
Stop saying who’s here in 2021, we never left
Unless you're Owl city, here in the DeLorean
Stop repeating craps like this. its unoriginal.
@@UnoZero1 stop commenting crap like this. its unoriginal and no one cares
@@NoFallToggled No one cares. Yet you wasted your time replying to me anyways.
@@UnoZero1 what else am I going to do? And actually you’re wasting your time being rude
I hope that anyone who reads this will have a good day and God bless you. Love this song very much !!!!!
Thank you god bless you and have a great day :)
I needed that
Thanks 🙂
Gideon Saputra I'm an athiest but tank you man for this complimet
The Random Gamer no one cares and it’s supposed to be a compliment to any so please delete your reply
This should be a movie
The Peeks am this should play over the credits
The Peeks yup
That's a good idea the peek
Thousands of movies with a similar storyline but if your that interested I got a guy who can help you reach owl city
@@kindredthewife awesome
Hello adam. Just wanted to say that you were my childhood crush and eventhough 8 years past, you will always be considered by me as the most important artist in my heart. Thank you for the beautiful memories
Potato Salad
That Hasan I agree
Same except I wasn’t alive then well I 2
Same here
The emanating optimism in this song is startling. Goosebumps appear as the orchestral chorus kicks in at 1:56 and tiny tears form in my eyes. In just that moment, I feel invincible.
I have always reall really like owl city, I cannot believe I never thought to watch the music videos.
Unlike a lot of music videos, this one makes sense!
I first heard the band on some local station in Seattle when they were doing some kind of Indie tour and I've been addicted ever since
Yes
Arthas Menethil Owl City isn't a band. It's just one man, Adam Young
Age Of Ultron talk about being desperate.....
Makes you kind of emotional when you realize this can and will happen some day. We can find new planets to thrive on, but Earth gave birth to us. It's like saying goodbye forever to your mother.
Stop making my eyes sweat! Darn it.
Bethany Courtney LOL...
So true.
Darn, now my eyes are sweating even more!
I think the Earth has been trashed, and we are fleeing to another galaxy in search of another world.
Bro, Adam, you always send nostalgia but in the same time chill and calm vines with your songs. I like it!
I miss this old music reminds me of when I was a kid
THIS RAP IS SO UNDERRATED. WHY IS HE UNDERRATED
Ask himself
He's a writer most of the time. He's working on a new album right now
@@KingFig1998 i haven't heard much about him anymore i wish he would make another hit that will make him popular again ❤️❤️❤️
@@manuelcandia1940 he just dropped few days ago. He's currently working on an album "Couches"
@@KingFig1998 ok nice 1❤️
Where was I when the rockets came to life,
And carried you away into the alligator sky?
Even though I’ll never know what’s up ahead,
I’m never letting go, I’m never letting go!
Uh uh, that’s not a plane, that’s me,
I’m sittin’ where I’m s’pposed to,
Floatin’ on the cloud, can’t nobody come close to,
The concrete and the sky switch places,
So now my ceiling is painted with cosmic spaces,
Firecracker to the moon,
Keep your eyes shut,
Blastin’ off like a rocket from the ground up,
(Heh)
I used to catch a cab on the Monday.
Now the taxi’s sellin’ lights on the runway,
Fly, condo on the Milky Way,
A house on the cloud and God’s my landlord,
And for my rent all I pay is my drive,
I got that.
So if you need me you can find me in the alligator sky.
Where was I when the rockets came to life,
And carried you away into the alligator sky?
(Into the alligator sky)
Even though I’ll never know what’s up ahead,
(Heh)
I’m never letting go,
(Uh uh)
I’m never letting go!
(Yeah uh)
Roller coaster through the atmosphere,
I’m drowning in this starry serenade,
Where ecstasy becomes cavalier,
My imagination’s taking me away.
Reverie, whisper in my ear.
I’m scared to death that I’ll never be afraid,
Roller coaster through the atmosphere,
My imagination’s taking me away.
Uh, now Imma dance like I never dance,
Sing like I never sing,
Dream like I never dream,
Or try to, ’cause we’ve been lied to,
That the sun is somethin’ that we can’t fly to,
Well, I sit on my star and see street lights,
Look up, ha, you’ll miss me if you blink twice,
(Hehe)
Imagination is high and if you got it you can meet me,
When you see me in the alligator sky.
Where was I when the rockets came to life,
(Boom!)
And carried you away into the alligator sky?
(Into the alligator sky)
Even though I’ll never know what’s up ahead,
(I never know)
I’m never letting go,
(Never lettin’ go)
I’m never letting go!
(Uh)
(Heheh)
Where was I when the rockets came to life,
(Keep your eyes shut)
And carried you away into the alligator sky?
(Like a rocket from from the ground up)
Even though I’ll never know what’s up ahead,
(On the Milky Way)
I’m never letting go,
(Imma dream like I never dream)
I’m never letting go!
(Uh yeah)
In the alligator sky?
(In the alligator sky)
In the alligator sky?
(Look up, you’d miss me if you blink twice)
In the alligator sky?
(In the alligator sky?)
In the alligator sky?
Quantamios Howler I don’t think we appreciate people like you enough. All I know is that I’m not wasting my time to write lyrics.
Simple Username, thanks!
Thanks
he he tks.
For the kids who need inspiration and dream about space as a wonderful place🌌🚀🛸🌙🌞🌠Reminds me of WALL-E. Anyone else
PuRe Sh0ckz lol the video is about the last 2 people on an abandoned earth finally deciding they have to leave with the rest of humanity.
Inspiring...
I like that movie even though it not all that thought out
I always think of gundam with this song
II ZERRXN II Wall-E is legit better than most Pixar movies. Only thing that might Coke close is finding nemo, INCREDIBLES or one of the toy stories
Owl city is so good that he has his own genre of music music, so unique
when i was homeless the local barns and noble got this cd when it was new and played it on repeat. needless to say it reminds me of old times both good and bad. gave me hope that good things would come
I love scanning the comments and I’m glad we all feel the same way about how great him and his songs are and I hope I never forget this song
Man, I feel so nostalgic watching at this, I never thought this song was going to get old for me ever and now im here, 5 years later, 5!!!
woah I only just found this o_O
carlos solano yeah days are going fast
Yeah same just came to watch 7 years now :D
im here 6 years later
I'm the Nostalgia Critic i remember it so you don't have to
10 years... still giving me chills!
and this is why I love Adam's music. I mean, we're watching a video of people leaving earth forever, but if you pay attention to the video and the scenery, it's not a sad horrible apocalypse that happened. In fact, it's like they're throwing a party, they make it happy, and that's what every one of his songs are about, joy and innocence to the deepest core. Embrace the innocence that you have left and look at everything with wonder.
Except vanilla twilight cause that's about his dead girlfriend apparently
No Adam wrote that for a girlfriend who moved away.
Underrated as hell. This was my jam right here back in the day. Owl City deserves more recognition. This song is awesome, and *I'm never letting go in the Alligator Sky*
10 years and this still feels fresh.
I remember having this stuck in my head forever when this came out. Last song syndrome lol. My personal fave Owl City song
Am I the only one who actually thinks that the rap is a meaningful and awesome addition to the song?
Liam Seeds no
***** YAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA
Liam Seeds Yeah, It's something different. I honestly don't know if the no rap version or the rap version is better. They both have their own meaning and words.
Liam Seeds Yeah, It's something different. I honestly don't know if the no rap version or the rap version is better. They both have their own meaning and words.
Liam Seeds I think the rap gave more meaning and color to the song. ILOVE THIS VERSION! Awesome!
"I'll be scared to death that I'll never be afraid"
Damn, that's deep
Owl City songs make me travel in time and feel so nostalgic,damn. ;-;
I remember myself listening to this after school with twelve years and listening to fireflies when i was ten...good fellings
Even after 10 years I still feeling like traveling to space with this song
Fr even to the sky instills that feeling to wanting fly
Specifically in a gundam or as a transformer
2020 and I'm here, listening to Owl City's songs. One of the best decision I've ever did since quarantine happened.
Wht happened to him now
2:23 "Man must explore" Gave me goosebumps...
damn,it seems like realistic and detailed the program of rocket launcher 🚀🤯
i just bought this CD.. What a FEEL GOOD, Soul touching music.. Thank you Owl CIty!!
Amen and Amen. You made it. 50 years. Ready for the next 1000? Let's do this. Love you Dad. xxx
This song makes me want to cry from nostalgia.
same
Damn, same
One of the lost treasures of the music industry.
[Chorus: Adam Young]
Where was I when the rockets came to life
And carried you away into the alligator sky?
Even though, I'll never know what's up ahead
I'm never letting go, I'm never letting go
[Verse 1: Shawn Crystopher]
Uh uh, that's not a plane, that's me
I'm sitting where I'm supposed to
Floating on the cloud, can't nobody come close to
The concrete and the sky switch places
So now my ceiling is painted with cosmic spaces
Firecracker to the moon, keep your eyes shut
Blasting off like a rocket from the ground up
Heh, I used to catch a cab on the Monday
Now the taxi's selling lights on the runway, fly high
Condo on the milky way
A house on the cloud and God's my landlord
And for my rent, all I pay is my drive
Got that, so if you need me, you can find me in the alligator sky
[Chorus: Adam Young]
Where was I when the rockets came to life
And carried you away into the alligator sky?
Even though, I'll never know what's up ahead
I'm never letting go, I'm never letting go
[Bridge: Adam Young]
Rollercoaster through the atmosphere
I'm drowning in this starry serenade
Where ecstasy becomes cavalier
Imagination's taking me away
Reverie whispered in my ear
I'm scared to death that I'll never be afraid
Rollercoaster through the atmosphere
Imagination's taking me away
[Verse 2: Shawn Chrystopher]
Uh, now I'mma dance like I never danced
Sing like I never sing, dream like I've never dreamed
Or-or tried to, because we've been lied to
That the sun is something that we can't fly to
Well, I sit on my star and see street lights
Look up, ha, you'll miss me if you blink twice
Imagination is high and if you got it you can meet me
When you see me in the alligator sky
[Chorus: Adam Young & Shawn Chrystopher]
Where was I when the rockets came to life (Boom)
And carried you away into the alligator sky? (Into the alligator sky)
Even though, I'll never know what's up ahead (I never know)
I'm never letting go (Never letting go)
I'm never letting go (Owl City)
Where was I when the rockets came to life (Keep your eyes shut)
And carried you away into the alligator sky?
(Uh, like a rocket from the ground up)
Even though, I'll never know what's up ahead (On the Milky Way)
I'm never letting go (I'ma dream like I've never dreamed)
I'm never letting go
[Outro: Adam Young & Shawn Chrystopher]
Never letting go (Ih, yeah)
In the alligator sky
In the alligator sky
In the alligator sky
In the alligator sky
Look up, ha, you'll miss me if you blink twice
In the alligator sky
The last bit was wrong
The lyrics is pure art
Beautiful lyrics has it
“Cuz We’ve been lied to
That the Sun is something we can’t fly to”
Already did!!!
Nearly 2024 guys, this means 13 years since this banger comes out…
Black Gryphon 54 VOICES
stuff lmao same
Same
same
WhAT no way me to
dude he never did full version
When I'm listening to Owl City, I always realise how beautiful his songs are ♥
Tru
owl city's songs always sound so futuristic. i like it
This song is obviously about the dead pet of Adam, his alligator! that is what "alligator sky" means, it's the heaven of alligators! and in the choir when it says "i'm never letting go" he is talking about his feelings that he can't accept its death. and the thing about rockets is that everyone in earth loved that alligator and they wanted to be with it so they began looking for the alligator heaven!!
YEAHHHHH!!! I totally NAILED IT!!!
Kaylana Pribbenow damn it! I knew it!
You deed it!
Schatten2712 hey bro told you everywhere!!!
Daniel Wesseling haha I'll pay those beers bro cheers!
why are you lying ? this is from Adam`s facebook page:
Another highlight is the first single, “Alligator Sky,” which features Los Angeles rapper Shawn Chrystopher. “’Alligator’ and ‘sky’ are two words that don’t really go together, but conjure up an image, which fits the idea of the song,” Young says. “It’s about how there are so many weird things coming at you every day. Why not just meet them head on and take charge even though you have no say over what’s going to happen? You and those around you are what matter most.”
My favourite song among Owl city songs and probably my favourite song of all time. Nostalgia in this one is too damn high.
Should Owl City fans be called Owl Citizens?
They are called Owl Citizens. C:
Yay!
it'd be nice hehe, but they are called HootOwls, or at least i think so haha
hm =P
Great joke, man!!
I only heard this a few years ago but I feel like I have so many childhood memories with it. Thank you Owl City (and Shawn Chrystopher of course!), so so much
Nice feelings, beautiful lyrics and rythm... nice vibes and nostalgia!
Who is still watching (2019)
I am.
Me
Same here
Stil
yup
It's not just a song it's memory
Omg underrated at its finest! I’ve been listening for almost 20 years now and still get the same feeling since day 1
Others Dont Appreciate How Underrated This Song Was
Indeed, they didn't seems to acknowledge this masterpiece 😳🤘
Us legands know what's up though, after all this time, we knew.
I just got the All Things Bright And Beautiful album this year (yeah, I know, hopelessly behind the times). I found this collaboration incredibly pretty and wanted some context for it. Was it supposed to be sad? Hopeful? Awestruck? Caring? Bitter? It's really great to have this video!
i think its deep as the space like going to space
It's about the thoughts the captain of the Challenger must have had before he died. That's what I remember anyway.
Etiopía mus bir de bu kadar çok seviyorum seni çok seviyoruz seni çok seviyoruz seni
I think that’s why I like the early albums through Midsummer Station and All Things Bright and Beautiful; they’re so ambiguous and dreamy-feeling.
@@ptrdblmeter That one is Galaxies, actually, but maybe some connections here as well.
It's just so sad to think about that no one is making this type of songs anymore this is more dreamy and meaningful that makes people like myself who appreciates music so much that can be inspired and be up lifted by the lyrics oh how good the old times was.
This is one of my favorite Owl City music videos
I started inexplicably crying halfway through the song, and I cannot place the exact reason why. It could be the overwhelming nostalgia, my extreme adoration of space and the idea of space travel, or the way the song invites you to join in on the story. One thing is certain, however: that they were tears of joy! Adam, thank you so much for bringing back a little euphoria in my crazy life. ❤
Who else never gets sick of this song?
Cristi Voss only you
yeah i like this song
I'm me lol
Me
@@descend02 says the one whose comment no one supports
I was chillin' at a Subway when this song came on (mind you I listen to Owl City but I've never heard this specific song of his) and I recognized his accent! This was the 4th of July, 2020 as well and they were still playing Owl City!! I'm so glad he's still recognized and appreciated 9 years later!
Good
Maybe it was because Owl City's birthday is on 5th July
@@parthajeetsarmah4529 :0 that's neet! I wonder if that's why they did that...or maybe becuase this song is just too good anyway lol
The way he was singing "Roller coaster through the atmosphere I'm drowning in this starry seranade" hits so hard. Very beautiful and amazing song💁♀️.
This song came in my head randomly and now I’m laying down while listening to this ✨✨HEAVENLY✨✨ Masterpiece
Guys let's just take a moment to appreciate this masterpiece
Here's an in-depth analysis of this masterpiece.
TL;DR Alligator sky refers to "Fake sky". Just like alligator tears reffer to "Fake tears".
So when you watch the music video, you will see that this song takes place in the future, where the air has aparently been so poluted that people are wearing spacehelmets to filter the air (This is shown on a bilboard in the background of the music video). In the music video, the newspapers are saying that there has been a festival in New York, where 1 million people gathered there in memory of earth. This is most likely why Shawn is there. Now, the song is referencing the "aligator sky", but what is all about? Well you know what alligator tears are? It's what we call fake tears. The alligator sky, is the "fake" sky, because in this post-apocalyptic future, what we used to call the sky isn't the sky anymore, everyone has evacuated to space. You will notice that Adam is singing about someone who has left the planet with the evacuation rockets, but decided to stay on earth himself, regretting woefully that he wasn't at the rocket launch to say goodbye to his special someone: "Where was I when the rockets came to life, and carried you away, into the alligator sky?". Adam, knowing that life on the poluted earth will not be easy, decided not to leave the planet: "Even thought I don't know what's up ahead, I'm never letting go". Adam can now only imagine what it's like for his friend up in the aligator sky, aka space. Also, if you listen to the version without rap, you can notice that what he's singing, can be interpeted as advice to his friend going into space, aswell as what he imagines that life is for him now. Looking at the video, Adam's making a living on earth by recording everything on the planet, and he's decided to stay behind even though his special someone has left. At first I thought this person was his wife, but then the rap came, sung by a guy. So I'm assuming Adams special someone was his best friend, here the roll played by Shawn. Shawn sings about how his life in the alligator sky (in space) is. In the video, Shawn has aparently come back for that Earth Appreciation festival, and the video takes place the day after that party-night. Shawn has not left the planet yet, even though everyone else has/is. Shawn seems to be searching for someone. Most probably his best friend Adam. They find each other, and at the end when Shawn and Adam sings together, Shawn is trying to talk to Adam, but Adam can only think about the regrets of not leaving with Shawn so many years ago.
It's actually much deeper than we see at first glance.
Wow, that is really cool that you figured that all out...
Thanks )
Wow, thanks for writing this! I loved it!
I can’t be the only one that just comes back to owl city cause you’ve been listening from like 10 yrs ago
I haven't stopped listening to OC since I discovered him over 10 years ago. No music stirs my emotions and no artist seems to understand me like OC.
@@MissCrazyCatLady12 i feel exactly the same way. It’s so hard to find ppl who understand this!!!
every since 5 years i've listened this. All feelings just turn back on that time
Where was I when the rockets came to life,
And carried you away,
Into the alligator sky?
Even though I'll never know what's up ahead,
I'm never letting go, I'm never letting go!
Uh-uh, that's not a plane, that's me!
I'm sitting where I'm supposed to,
floating on a cloud,
can't nobody come close to!
The concrete and the sky switch places,
So now my ceiling is painted with cosmic spaces!
Firecracker to the moon, keep your eyes shut!
Blastin' off like a rocket from the ground up,
Heh, I used to catch a cab on the Monday!
Now the taxi's sellin' lights on the runway,
Fly high condo on the Milky Way.
A house on the cloud and God's my landlord,
And for my rent all I pay is my drive!
Got that so if you need me
You can find me in the alligator sky!
Where was I when the rockets came to life,
And carried you away,
Into the alligator sky?
Even though I'll never know what's up ahead,
I'm never lettin' go, I'm never lettin' go!
Roller coaster through the atmosphere,
I'm drowning in this starry serenade!
Where ecstasy becomes cavalier,
My imagination's taking me away!
Reverie whispered in my ear,
I'm scared to death that I'll never be afraid!
Roller coaster through the atmosphere,
My imagination's taking me away!
Uh, now I'mma dance like I never dance,
Sing like I never sing, dream like I never dreamed!
Or try to, 'cause we've been lied to,
That the sun is somethin' that we can't fly to!
Well, I sit on my star and see street lights,
Look up, ha, you'll miss me if you blink twice!
Imagination is hot and if you got it you can meet me
When you see me in the alligator sky!
Where was I when the rockets came to life,
and carried you away,
Into the alligator sky?
Even though I'll never know what's up ahead,
I'm never lettin' go, I'm never lettin' go!
(Prove it?)It's a fundamental trait in our human nature,
Man must explore.
Where was I when the rockets came to life,
And carried you away,
into the alligator sky?
Even though I'll never know what's up ahead,
I'm never lettin' go, I'm never lettin' go!
In the alligator sky
In the alligator sky
In the alligator sky(In the alligator sky)
In the alligator sky...
Thx, I couldnt find the real lyrics anywhere
Man must explore.
ok
THIS SONG IS AWESOME!!! Probably the best singer/rapper collaboration that I've ever heard. Both Owl City and Shawn Chrystopher have entertaining lyrics and vocal deliveries. Also that beat is amazing; Adam Young is such a great producer. I've been listening to this song for around a decade and it still sounds just as good as when I first heard it.
This song was way way ahead of its time
If you just take 3 to 4 minutes out of your day to spectate an Owl City music video, you won't regret it...
very song
much underrated
such adam young
wow
TO THE MOOOON. look up dogecoins if you don't get what I'm saying
wow such doge many owl such science many musics
no i speak doge wow
Doge people are kinda...off if you ask me.
Lin Free Much stereotype. Little knowledge. Great wow.
Just 20 million? This song underrated as hell...
DAMN IM CRYING SO MUCH NOSTALGIA
me too
I’m still watching in 2019... here since 2015
Im getting flashbacks listening to this
+Nasya Ayudianti I feel that 2
I dont get flashbacks, I became trapped in my mind while exploring the beauty of my imaginations
+Nasya Ayudianti I feel like your just saying that to keep the ironic movie twist going
+Reality_Gam3r The what?
+Nasya Ayudianti The story in the song
2023 and still listening to this masterpiece,wish we could turn back time that many talented singers and band makes this kind of music,no swearing,no lyrics about sex and drugs,just pure heart and pure music,nostalgic,takes me to the sky
I've returned to listen to this on here after a few years of listening to saved files just to see the video again. Yeah, I still cried. 💚
I listen to this to cure my depression
onesad _boi Hey man, hang in there.
Me too.
I wish I knew fr the same reason came out of it 3/4 of a year ago
Username checks out
Me too...
the rapper is damn good, he needs a bit of attention lol
Agree
The non rap version is better thou
Nowadays rap the opposite of shawn
Way too late for that
He reminds me of whiz khalifa
this song made me go onto the verge of tears. the key change at the end just hit and gave me the hit of the song. a truly epic song.
Owl City and Shawn Christopher is the best of the best top number one music in history and now God bless you Owl City and Shawn Christopher
Three things that happened today:
1. my friend say he didn’t like this song
2. my friend got ran over by a bus
3. I lost my bus driver license
XD
Outstanding move
S W I F T Y but was it worth it?
@@Master_Rater XD
@@Master_Rater You wouldn't get it
Nasa: Nobody can land on the sun, its impossible!
Owl City: 𝐰𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡 𝐦𝐞
Lol
K E E P Y O U R E Y E S S H U T
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Owl city is full of dreams and creativity...man all the way from PNG islands 🇵🇬 your fan always..
2:55 OMG those airplane statues used to be in my town! Those clips are from Owatonna, where Owl City began :)
he's from owatonna
lol the same statue is in turkey too i saw them while im travelling dont remember which city
Owatonna MN!!!!!!!! I was gonna say that too. I live there!!
He lives there right now.
Haha, I live right next to there, Faribault
I can't stop listening to this song. :D
it's nice to hear that part 🥰❤️
Roller coaster through the atmosphere
I'm drowning in this starry serenade
Where ecstasy becomes cavalier
My imagination's taking me away
Came back to this after so many years because I randomly started singing that part while doing dishes 🌌🌠
its really nice seeing my hometown at the end of the video. Really cool stuff
10 years and he is still one of my fav artist