Birdy - Wings May 2026

"Wings" is a nostalgic anthem about the bittersweet feeling of cherishing a perfect moment while simultaneously wishing to be back in it. Released in 2013 as the lead single from her second album, Fire Within , the song was co-written by Birdy and Ryan Tedder. Core Inspiration and Meaning

: To keep the personal connection, the video features Birdy’s actual sister and cousins riding horses, and her best friend Becky joining her on the swing. Birdy - Wings

Directed by Sophie Muller, the official music video portrays a surreal, Renaissance-inspired mansion party. "Wings" is a nostalgic anthem about the bittersweet

According to Birdy, the track was inspired by her first music festival experience at age 16. Directed by Sophie Muller, the official music video

The song reached on the UK Singles Chart in 2015 and hit number one in Ireland. It gained wider recognition through its use in major soundtracks and advertisements, including: The Vampire Diaries The season three finale of Game of Thrones The Lloyds Bank 250th anniversary television commercial Every Song has a Story to tell: Birdy – Wings