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This feel-good, mid-tempo bop (3:34 length) blends indie pop, electro, and trumpet-driven horns for an infectious, horn-filled energy that screams summer road trips and resilience. In C Major at 118 BPM, it builds from groovy verses to anthemic choruses, with lyrics celebrating unbreakable bonds ("even if the sky is falling down").
The official music video, directed by Grady Hall and released on June 4, 2013, is a visually stunning history of dance mashup. Set in the historic Los Angeles Theatre, it features the band performing as dancers from various eras (1940s swing, 1970s disco, 1990s hip-hop) burst out of vintage film reels and photos, leading to epic dance-offs amid war footage clips for contrast. Created with effects by Guillermo del Toro's Mirada studio, it won Best Visual Effects at the 2013 MTV VMAs and has over 851 million views on YouTube. A nod to joy amid turmoil—perfect for feel-good playlists.