Who's behind the notes? Discover Twenty One Pilots: Biography of the Genre-Defying Duo
"Heathens" is a song by the American musical duo Twenty One Pilots, which was released in 2016 as part of the "Suicide Squad: The Album" soundtrack. Here are some interesting facts about the song:
Chart Success: "Heathens" was a massive commercial success for Twenty One Pilots. It reached number two on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart, making it one of their highest-charting songs to date.
Grammy Nomination: The song received a Grammy Award nomination for Best Song Written for Visual Media at the 59th Annual Grammy Awards.
Movie Soundtrack: "Heathens" was specifically written for the soundtrack of the 2016 DC Comics film "Suicide Squad." It was one of the standout tracks on the soundtrack album.
Unique Sound: The song blends elements of alternative rock, electronic music, and hip-hop, which is characteristic of Twenty One Pilots' eclectic style. It features haunting melodies, a catchy chorus, and introspective lyrics.
Music Video: The music video for "Heathens" was released on June 21, 2016, and features footage from the "Suicide Squad" film. It quickly gained millions of views on YouTube and helped boost the song's popularity.
Commercial Success: "Heathens" was certified 7× Platinum by the RIAA (Recording Industry Association of America) for selling over seven million copies in the United States alone.
Collaboration: The song marked the first time Twenty One Pilots contributed music to a major motion picture soundtrack, further expanding their reach into the mainstream.
Lyrics and Themes: The lyrics of "Heathens" touch on themes of isolation, fear, and the feeling of being an outsider, which are common themes in many of Twenty One Pilots' songs.
Chart Records: The song held the record for the most weeks on the Billboard Hot 100 chart for a song that never reached number one, spending 58 weeks on the chart.
Live Performances: Twenty One Pilots often includes "Heathens" in their live performances, making it a staple of their concert setlists during the "Emotional Roadshow World Tour" and subsequent tours.
"Heathens" played a significant role in further elevating Twenty One Pilots' status in the music industry and introduced their unique sound to a wider audience through its inclusion in the "Suicide Squad" film.