Whirlwind

## Aurora singles chronology

"**Whirlwind**" is a song by Australian singer, songwriter, rapper, and producer Aurora. It was released on November 21, 2014 as the second single from Aurora's debut studio album, *Platinum Heart* (2015).

## Background and composition

Following the top five debut of her single "Without You Now", Aurora began experiencing her first taste of fame as her social media following grew exponentially. She likened her overnight success to a whirlwind in an interview with *PTV*: "It was surprising to say the least, I wasn't expecting ['Without You Now'] to debut within the top ten, let alone the top five. It felt like I'd been swept up by a whirlwind, from the bottom to the top in an instant. I just hope I don't come crashing down!" she laughed. This experience provided Aurora with the inspiration to record her next single.

"Whirlwind" is composed as a pop rock song. It explores the rush of new love, and how it can make one feel invincible. "It's a love song, definitely," Aurora admitted in a promotional radio interview for the single, "that feeling when everything is going right, better than ever before. That feeling when nothing could possibly happen to tear you apart. It's just a really fun, carefree pop song." Structurally, the song follows a conventional pop formula: a catchy post-chorus hook provides an earworm for radio listeners, while its bridge provides a sonic change of pace.

## Critical reception

"Whirlwind" was favourably received, with most critics praising its carefree pop nature, memorable melodies, and catchy hook.

It received a rating of 8.5 by Platvian music critics.

## Commercial performance

"Whirlwind" debuted and peaked at #2 on the Platvia HitList chart dated December 2, 2014.

## Lyrics

We could be swept up by the tsunami
But it don't matter 'cause you're beside me
And I know we will always conquer
No matter the weather
We could be struck down by the avalanche
But it don't matter 'cause you've got my hand
And I know we are invincible
When we are together
**Pre-Chorus**
'Cause you're my hero, and I'm your savior
When I'm in your arms, I fear no danger
Don't want to let go, even though I know
That you will still be there
And babe I swear
**Chorus**
You make me feel like I can jump out of an airplane
Don't need a parachute, you'll catch me when I fall
You make me feel like I am caught up in a hurricane
But I don't care because I'm feeling ten feet tall
**Post-Chorus**
Up, up, up
You take me higher
Up, up, up
A place I've never been
Up, up, up
You spin me 'round and 'round and 'round and 'round
Just like a whirlwind
**Second Verse**
We could be burnt up by the wildfire
But it don't matter 'cause we're survivors
And I know we're never going down
For now or forever
**Pre-Chorus**
'Cause you're my hero, and I'm your savior
When I'm in your arms, I fear no danger
Don't want to let go, even though I know
That you will still be there
And babe I swear
**Chorus**
You make me feel like I can jump out of an airplane
Don't need a parachute, you'll catch me when I fall
You make me feel like I am caught up in a hurricane
But I don't care because I'm feeling ten feet tall
**Post-Chorus**
Up, up, up
You take me higher
Up, up, up
A place I've never been
Up, up, up
You spin me 'round and 'round and 'round and 'round
Just like a whirlwind
**Bridge**
And now we're up so high
We're dancing in the sky
I think we're in the eye
Of the storm, storm, storm
But when you're by my side
That's when I come alive
I'm not afraid to die
Anymore, more, more
**Chorus**
You make me feel like I can jump out of an airplane
Don't need a parachute, you'll catch me when I fall
You make me feel like I am caught up in a hurricane
But I don't care because I'm feeling ten feet tall
**Post-Chorus**
Up, up, up
You take me higher
Up, up, up
A place I've never been
Up, up, up
You spin me 'round and 'round and 'round and 'round
Just like a whirlwind

## Live performances

"Whirlwind" was included in the setlist for Aurora's debut concert tour, The Heartstorm Tour. It was performed as the second track during the tour's first act, titled "Pleasure", being the second performance overall.

## Re-recorded version

Following her split from Red Rose Records in 2020, "Whirlwind" was re-recorded for Aurora's album *Platinum Heart: Deluxe* (2021).