Schultz has noted that the band's songwriting often begins with a simple chord structure or a single catchy phrase—in this case, building a worldwide phenomenon around a few shouts and a relatable story of love and loneliness. Chart Dominance and Pop Culture Impact
The song's success was unprecedented for a folk track at the time: The Lumineers - Ho Hey
: It gained massive visibility through a trailer for the Oscar-winning film Silver Linings Playbook and television advertising campaigns. Schultz has noted that the band's songwriting often