Animals - Heat Waves (lyrics): Glass

: Bayley notes the song is about accepting defeat and realizing that being vulnerable is a strength rather than a weakness.

The track is a hallmark of the band's "indie-pop" style, blending R&B influences with a "wavy" hip-hop aesthetic. Glass Animals – Heat Waves Lyrics - Genius Glass Animals - Heat Waves (Lyrics)

Released on June 29, 2020, as part of the album Dreamland , Glass Animals' "" transitioned from a late-night studio experiment to a global phenomenon. While its upbeat, psychedelic pop production suggests a summer anthem, the lyrics reveal a deeply personal exploration of grief, nostalgia, and the painful necessity of letting go. The Inspiration: Personal Loss and "Late Nights in June" : Bayley notes the song is about accepting