Explosions
Ellie Goulding · Halcyon Days [2013]
And I gave in
I lack the things you need the most, you said where have you been
You wasted all that sweetness to run and hide
I wonder why
I remind you of the days you poured your heart into
But you never tried
I've fallen from grace
Took a blow to my face
I've loved and I've lost
I've loved and I've lost
Explosions...on the day you wake up
Needing somebody and you've learned
It's okay to be afraid
But it will never be the same
It will never be the same
You left my soul bleeding in the dark
So you could be king
The rules you set are still untold to me and I lost my faith in everything
The nights you could cope, your intentions were gold
But the mountains will shake
I need to know I can still make
Explosions...on the day you wake up
Needing somebody and you've learned
It's okay to be afraid
But it will never be the same
And as the floods move in
And your body starts to sink
I was the last thing on your mind
I know you better than you think
Cause it's simple darling, I gave you a warning
Now everything you own is falling from the sky in pieces
So watch them fall with you, in slow motion
I pray that you will find peace of mind
And I'll find you another time
I'll love you, another time
Explosions...on the day you wake up
Needing somebody and you've learned
It's okay to be afraid
But it will never be the same
Explosions - Ellie Goulding
Ellie Goulding's "Explosions" serves as a pivotal track from her 2013 album *Halcyon Days*, embodying the electronic pop sound that defined her early career. Released during a period of significant artistic evolution, the song features Goulding's distinctive vocal delivery layered over driving electronic rhythms, characteristic of the genre's mainstream trajectory at the time. As part of her broader discography, the recording reflects her ability to blend emotional lyricism with high-energy production, contributing to her status as a prominent figure in contemporary pop music. The track stands alongside other notable works from this era, such as "Burn" and "Only Girl," showcasing her consistent output and stylistic cohesion throughout the early 2010s.

