Intro
M83 · Hurry Up, We're Dreaming [2011]
We just had to keep walking
And we became the stories, we became the places
We were the lights, the deserts, the faraway worlds
We were you before you even existed
I carry on, carry on, carry on
And after us the flood
Carry on, carry on, carry on
Our silver horn it leads the way
Banners of gold shine
In the cold, in the cold, in the cold
Footprints of snow
Blind from the road
Hail!
We carry on, carry on
Follow us, we are one
The battle's fought, the deed is done
Our silver hum runs deep and strong
Hand to the heart, lips to the horn
Hand on my breast, I'll keep you warm
Hail!
Intro
M83's "Intro" serves as the atmospheric opening to the 2011 album *Hurry Up, We're Dreaming*. The track establishes the band's signature sound through a blend of ethereal vocals and sweeping electronic textures, setting a reflective tone for the record. As part of their discography, the song exemplifies the dream-pop and electronic rock fusion that defined M83's work during this era. It functions as a sonic gateway, inviting listeners into a soundscape characterized by lush reverb and melodic progression. The recording reflects the band's evolution from their earlier indie roots to a more polished, expansive production style. While often heard as a standalone piece, its primary role remains integral to the album's narrative arc, establishing a mood of longing and introspection that permeates the subsequent tracks.