Owl City - Sons of Thunder Lyrics
Lyrics
We are the new sons of thunder
We are uncrushable diamonds of light
We are the daughters of wonder
And when we leave the Earth
With a shower of sparks
We'll meet in the sky
And we'll walk among the stars
When we walk among the stars
The pleasure will be ours
And with young, unbroken hearts
We'll walk among the stars
Cuz we belong
Above the heavens and beyond
Oh, we are the odd music-makers
We are the dreamers of unusual dreams
We all face the forces of nature
But bravely, we'll take
Great leaps of faith
And then just like that
We'll walk upon the waves
Cuz we belong
Out on the ocean and beyond
We'll fly
We'll fly
We'll fly
In the twinkling of an eye
You and I
We'll fly
We are the heirs of adventure
And we are explorers of wondrous new worlds
We are the gifted inventors
And even though we are strange
And exquisitely scarred
We won't need to pretend to be anything we aren't
When we walk among the stars
The pleasure will be ours
And with young, unbroken hearts
We'll walk among the stars
Filled with the fierceness of tigers
We're all too familiar with the fires of life
But we are resilient survivors
And one day, we'll be free of nefarious schemes
Of cruel twists of fate and evil kings and queens
Cuz we belong
Between the sunrise and beyond
We'll fly
In the twinkling of an eye
We'll fly
We'll fly
In the twinkling of an eye
You and I
We'll fly
Sons of thunder
Feel the wonder
You were made to run
And not be faint
So take heart, wild one
For there is a God
Who loves you to death
No matter what you've done
So don't lose hope
Cuz He will lead you home
Yeah we serve a God
Who loves us to deathttt
No matter what we've done
So don't lose hope
Cuz He will lead us home
We'll fly
We'll fly
We'll fly
In the twinkling of an eye
You and I
We'll fly
When we walk among the stars
The pleasure will be ours
And with young, unbroken hearts
We'll walk among the stars
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Meaning & Inspiration
Owl City’s "Sons of Thunder," released on June 9, 2023, arrives as a contemplative yet resonant piece, delving into themes deeply rooted in Scripture and the Christian journey. Adam Young, known for his unique blend of electronic soundscapes and thoughtful lyrics, takes on the evocative title Jesus gave to two of His disciples, James and John, as recorded in Mark 3:17. The song immediately signals its biblical inspiration, prompting anyone familiar with the Gospels to consider the nature of these brothers and the significance of that powerful nickname. It’s not merely a retelling of a biblical event but an exploration of what it means to be known, named, and transformed by the divine, reflecting on the perhaps fiery or zealous nature that God sees and chooses to refine and use.
The heart of "Sons of Thunder" seems to lie in the process of identity and calling within faith. It grapples with the idea that God sees us fully – our strengths, our weaknesses, our inherent character, symbolized by that "thunderous" quality – and doesn't discard it but rather sanctifies it for His purposes. This echoes the profound truth found throughout the Bible, from the calling of prophets with their distinct personalities to the selection of fishermen and tax collectors who were remade yet still uniquely themselves in service to Christ. It brings to mind passages like Romans 12:2, which speaks of being transformed by the renewing of our minds, or 2 Corinthians 5:17, declaring that in Christ, we are a new creation; the old is gone, the new has come. The song encourages a perspective shift: perhaps the very traits one might see as flaws or excessive are the ones God intends to harness and direct for His glory, much like the raw zeal of James and John was eventually channeled into bold proclamation and martyrdom (as seen in Acts 4 and 12:2).
Musically, the track carries Owl City’s signature ethereal synth-pop sound, creating an atmosphere that feels both intimate and expansive. This sonic quality perfectly complements the song’s message, suggesting the wonder and scale of a divine calling while maintaining a personal, introspective feel. The production isn't overpowering, allowing the lyrical themes space to breathe and resonate. It speaks to the power and presence of God working within an individual, aligning with Philippians 2:13, which reminds us that it is God who works in us both to will and to act in order to fulfill His good purpose. The song serves as a moving reminder that God's calling isn't reserved for those who feel perfectly polished or meek; often, He calls the passionate, the zealous, even the seemingly disruptive forces, and molds them into instruments of His grace and power, just as He did with the brothers He nicknamed "Sons of Thunder." It’s a piece that invites contemplation on our own nature, the name God calls us, and the incredible truth that He has created us for good works, prepared in advance for us to do (Ephesians 2:10).