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Car Radio
Twenty One Pilots
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- Album
- Vessel
- Released
- 2013
- Genres
- Length
- 4:28
- Tempo
- 130 BPM
- Label
- Fueled By Ramen
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About this song
Car Radio is a song by Twenty One Pilots that moves from a brooding intro to an explosive climax during the bridge. Its high energy has made it a favorite with both the band and fans at their live shows.
What it's about
The song recalls lead singer Tyler Joseph's college experience of having his car radio stolen. It explores where the mind goes when all that is left is silence, which Joseph describes as something that can sometimes feel violent.
Fun facts
- Sampled in 4 other songs, like “The Ultimate TØP Mashup by Zack Hooker”.
- Covered 5 times, including “I Stan Top (Sksksk Periodt) by Yung Schmoobin”.
- Written by Tyler Joseph and Josh Dun.
- Produced by Tyler Joseph and Greg Wells.
- Recorded at Rocket Carousel Studio (Los Angeles.