Studio Album · No. 2
Ocean Eyes Songwriting Credits by Owl City
Produced by Adam Young
Universal Republic
ElectronicaSynth-PopDream Pop
Complete Artist
100%
Authorship
Holds writing credit on 12 of 12 tracks
Authorship Breakdown 12 / 12 documented
Who wrote the songs?
Scored across the 12 tracks with documented writers, by whether Owl City carries a lyricist or composer credit.
12 trackswritten by Owl City
0 tracksoutside writers
Owl City's roles on this album
Share of the 12 tracks where a band member is credited, by role.
Lyricist100%
Composer100%
Producer100%
Performer100%
By the Numbers
12
Tracks
2
Lyricists
1
Producers
1
No.1 Single
2009
Released
Data Insight
Young writes all twelve tracks, with Matt Thiessen sharing two. The biggest song of his career carries only his name.
The 2009 major-label debut, carrying "Fireflies", which topped the Hot 100 and went on to be certified Diamond.
Track Listing & Credits 12 tracks
Written by the artist
Written by outside writers
| # | Title | Lyricist(s) | Composer(s) | Producer(s) | Performers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Cave In
|
Adam Young | Adam Young | Adam Young | Owl City (Performer) |
| 2 |
The Bird and the Worm
|
Adam YoungMatt Thiessen | Adam YoungMatt Thiessen | Adam Young | Owl City (Performer) |
| 3 |
Hello Seattle
|
Adam Young | Adam Young | Adam Young | Owl City (Performer) |
| 4 |
Umbrella Beach
#110
|
Adam Young | Adam Young | Adam Young | Owl City (Performer) |
| 5 |
The Saltwater Room
|
Adam Young | Adam Young | Adam Young | Owl City (Performer) |
| 6 |
Dental Care
|
Adam Young | Adam Young | Adam Young | Owl City (Performer) |
| 7 |
Meteor Shower
|
Adam Young | Adam Young | Adam Young | Owl City (Performer) |
| 8 |
On the Wing
|
Adam Young | Adam Young | Adam Young | Owl City (Performer) |
| 9 |
Fireflies
#1
|
Adam Young | Adam Young | Adam Young | Owl City (Performer) |
| 10 |
The Tip of the Iceberg
|
Adam Young | Adam Young | Adam Young | Owl City (Performer) |
| 11 |
Vanilla Twilight
#72
|
Adam Young | Adam Young | Adam Young | Owl City (Performer) |
| 12 |
Tidal Wave
|
Adam YoungMatt Thiessen | Adam YoungMatt Thiessen | Adam Young | Owl City (Performer) |
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Frequently Asked Questions Ocean Eyes
Who wrote the songs on Ocean Eyes?
Adam Young on all twelve tracks, with Matt Thiessen sharing two.
How high did the singles chart?
"Fireflies" reached number 1 on the Hot 100, "Vanilla Twilight" number 72 and "Umbrella Beach" number 110 in the UK.
How did "Fireflies" sell?
On January 25, 2023, the song was certified diamond by the Recording Industry Association of America denoting sales of 10 million units.
How high did the album chart?
Number 8 on the Billboard 200.
How did the album sell?
The article gives the single's certification but no album copy count.
Who produced it?
Adam Young.
How long is the album?
42:52 across twelve tracks.