Demons

The song Demons by Imagine Dragons is presented with a direct harmonic structure, based on the E♭-B♭-Cm-A♭ progression, which repeats throughout the piece. It was recorded in 2011, and its official release as a single occurred on January 28, 2013, reaching modern rock radio stations on April 1 of that same year. The lyrics, written by Dan Reynolds and other songwriters, invite reflection on imperfections and the masks people show to the world.

The music video for Demons, filmed in Las Vegas on February 9, 2013, combines live footage of the band with a visual narrative. It depicts various personal struggles, such as that of a grieving daughter, a man dealing with Marfan syndrome, a victim of abuse, or a war veteran. The underlying message is that we often don't see beyond the facade each person presents. The video concludes with a dedication to Tyler Robinson, a young fan of the band who passed away in March 2013. The song was included in both the band's debut EP, Continued Silence (2012), and their first studio album, Night Visions (2012). It achieved notable commercial success, reaching number six on the Billboard Hot 100 and remaining on that chart for 61 weeks. In 2014, it received a MuchMusic Video Award for International Video of the Year and an iHeartRadio Music Award for Alternative Rock Song of the Year. The final mix of the song was handled by Manny Marroquin.