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Walking the Wire

Imagine Dragons · 2017

3 min · 1 track · alternative rock · new wave · pop rock

An anthemic blend of pop rock and electropop, bursting with emotional resonance and rhythmic energy.

Walking the Wire is a single by Imagine Dragons, released in 2017. An anthemic blend of pop rock and electropop, bursting with emotional resonance and rhythmic energy. The album contributed to Imagine Dragons' continued dominance in the charts, with 'Walking the Wire' reaching high positions on Billboard's Hot 100 and Adult Pop Songs charts. Its commercially successful sound helped further establish the band's signature style, blending rock with pop elements while appealing to a wide audience. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Walking the Wire sound like?

An anthemic blend of pop rock and electropop, bursting with emotional resonance and rhythmic energy. Rooted in alternative rock and new wave.

What makes Walking the Wire by Imagine Dragons notable?

The album contributed to Imagine Dragons' continued dominance in the charts, with 'Walking the Wire' reaching high positions on Billboard's Hot 100 and Adult Pop Songs charts. Its commercially successful sound helped further establish the band's signature style, blending rock with pop elements while appealing to a wide audience. Released on June 16, 2017, 'Walking the Wire' came as part of Imagine Dragons' third studio album, marking their evolution after the commercial success of 'Smoke + Mirrors' in 2015. At this point, the band was solidifying their position in the mainstream music scene, exploring more polished production techniques and broader lyrical themes.

How many songs are on Walking the Wire?

Walking the Wire has 1 track, running approximately 3 minutes.

Tracklist

1 track·3:53

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Walking the Wire Standout 3:53

Release Date

June 16, 2017

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

3 min 53 sec