Imagine Dragons

Lyrics

[Verse 1]
I've been waiting patiently
I built this tower quietly
And when my well of Wellbutrin is
Running dry of serotonin
I can say things I don't mean
Or maybe it's the truth in me
I feel it building, bubbling up
My t-t-time is up

[Pre-Chorus]
I'm so (Mis-) misunderstood (-un)
But I live for this (-der), my money's good (-stood)
And I came to win (Mis-), so step on up (-un)
And I promise you

[Chorus]
Only one of us gon' make it out alive and it's not you (Cutthroat)
Only one of us
Only one of us gon' make it out alive and it's not you (Cutthroat)
Only one of us
Only one of us gon' make it out alive

[Verse 2]
I've been making my Gethsemane
Since I was young, my ancestry (Cutthroat)
Was marching martyrdom across the
Radadada dumbla plains of Utah (Cutthroat)
I can't lie, I've been played
By powerful pеople who get their way
But I, in timе, will climb my mountain
I, in time, will rise
[Pre-Chorus]
I'm so (Mis-) misunderstood (-un)
But I live for this (-der), my money's good (-stood)
And I came to win (Mis-), so step on up (-un)
And I promise you

[Chorus]
Only one of us gon' make it out alive and it's not you (Cutthroat)
Only one of us
Only one of us gon' make it out alive and it's not you (Cutthroat)
Only one of us
Only one of us gon' make it out alive

[Outro]
Try me!!
Try me!!
(Ra-da-da-da-da-da-da-da)
Cutthroat!!
Only one of us, only one of us, not you (Cutthroat)
Only one of us, only one of us
Only one of us
Get on my knee, get on my knee
Get on my knee, get on my knee
Get on my knee, get on my knee
Get on my knee, get on my knee
Cutthroat (Get on my knee)
Cutthroat (Get on my knee)
Cutthroat (Get-get-get, get-get-get)
Cutthroat

Imagine Dragons has finally released new music and it did not disappoint. The American pop-rock band's latest single, "Cutthroat," is a departure from their usual sound and showcases a dark, industrial rock vibe. Together with its A-side, "Follow You," the tracks act as the band's debut singles for their fifth studio album, "Mercury - Act 1."

About "Cutthroat"

"Cutthroat" is a song that delves deep into the concept of an internal struggle. It speaks to the idea that one version of oneself must survive while the other must perish in order to grow and succeed. The track opens with an ominous, synthesized beat, before Dan Reynolds' emotive vocals come in, full of aggression and determination as he sings the refrain, "It's kill or be killed, and I'm just tryna stay alive."

The song sees Imagine Dragons move away from their usual arena pop-rock sound and explore a Nine Inch Nails-esque industrial rock vibe. In a recent interview, Reynolds cited the 90s band as one of the primary influences while writing "Cutthroat." The track's intense, driving beat is reminiscent of Nine Inch Nails' music, with distorted guitar riffs and pounding drums adding to its gritty, dark atmosphere.

Prior to the release of "Cutthroat" and "Follow You," Imagine Dragons posted four cryptic videos on their social media accounts. The fourth video contained a secret message, prompting fans to "ask Alexa." Alexa, Amazon's smart assistant, then revealed that fans could find out more about the band's upcoming release by following them on Amazon Music.

The release of "Cutthroat" marks a new chapter in Imagine Dragons' evolution, showing a willingness to experiment with new sounds and delve deeper into darker themes. The single is a promising sign of what's to come from their upcoming album, "Mercury - Act 1," and suggests that Imagine Dragons' fifth studio album will be their most daring and adventurous work yet.

In summary, "Cutthroat" is a departure from Imagine Dragons' usual sound, showcasing a darker, Nine Inch Nails-inspired industrial rock vibe. It's a powerful track with emotive vocals from Dan Reynolds, conveying an internal struggle between two versions of oneself. The song's intense beat and gritty atmosphere make it an exciting addition to Imagine Dragons' discography and a promising sign of what's to come from their fifth studio album, "Mercury - Act 1."

• Release Date: March 12, 2021
• Artist: Imagine Dragons