{"id":8562,"date":"2026-04-15T18:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-04-15T09:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/music.mistermakun.com\/?p=8562"},"modified":"2026-04-10T16:32:17","modified_gmt":"2026-04-10T07:32:17","slug":"%e3%83%af%e3%83%b3%e3%83%aa%e3%83%91%e3%83%96%e3%83%aa%e3%83%83%e3%82%af%e3%80%8c%e3%82%ab%e3%82%a6%e3%83%b3%e3%83%86%e3%82%a3%e3%83%b3%e3%82%b0%e3%83%bb%e3%82%b9%e3%82%bf%e3%83%bc%e3%82%ba%e3%80%8d","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/music.mistermakun.com\/en\/8562\/","title":{"rendered":"OneRepublic \u2013 Counting Stars"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"720\" src=\"https:\/\/music.mistermakun.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/OneRepublic_in_Bangkok_2017.jpg\" alt=\"OneRepublic\" class=\"wp-image-8559\" srcset=\"https:\/\/music.mistermakun.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/OneRepublic_in_Bangkok_2017.jpg 960w, https:\/\/music.mistermakun.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/OneRepublic_in_Bangkok_2017-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/music.mistermakun.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/OneRepublic_in_Bangkok_2017-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">OneRepublic \u2013 <em>Counting Stars<\/em><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cCounting Stars\u201d by OneRepublic is one of the defining hits of the 2010s, blending pop, folk, and gospel influences into a highly compelling sound. With its infectious melody and introspective lyrical theme, the song achieves a rare balance between commercial appeal and artistic depth.<\/p>\n\n\n<p><iframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/hT_nvWreIhg?si=SLoTE4a6uQhy7qh8\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Song Overview<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cCounting Stars\u201d was released in 2013 as part of the album <em>Native<\/em>. Despite its upbeat tempo, the track carries a reflective tone, centered on the idea of valuing life and dreams over material wealth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A key feature of the song is its combination of acoustic guitar riffs, driving percussion, and gospel-style backing vocals. This fusion elevates it beyond a standard pop track, giving it a powerful emotional resonance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The vocal performance by Ryan Tedder stands out, effectively conveying the tension and hope embedded in the song\u2019s theme.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Songwriting and Production<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cCounting Stars\u201d was written and produced by the band\u2019s frontman, Ryan Tedder. Known for his work as a prolific songwriter and producer, Tedder plays a central role in shaping the band\u2019s sound.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>He has also written for major artists such as Adele and Beyonc\u00e9, showcasing his versatility and hit-making ability. In this track, his songwriting is marked by structural simplicity combined with emotional depth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Charts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cCounting Stars\u201d became a global hit, reaching top positions in multiple countries. It peaked at No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 and remained on the chart for an extended period.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The song also achieved No. 1 rankings across Europe and Australia, solidifying its status as OneRepublic\u2019s signature track. In the streaming era, it continues to accumulate massive play counts, demonstrating its lasting popularity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Music Video<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The music video for \u201cCounting Stars\u201d presents a striking visual contrast: the band performs in a basement while a religious gathering takes place above them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This juxtaposition symbolizes the tension between material and spiritual values, closely aligning with the song\u2019s message. The video\u2019s minimalist yet symbolic approach leaves a strong visual impression.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With billions of views on YouTube, it stands as one of the platform\u2019s most iconic music videos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-wp-embed is-provider-daily-music-life wp-block-embed-daily-music-life\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/music.mistermakun.com\/en\/1834\/\" class=\"st-cardlink st-embed-cardlink\"><div class=\"kanren st-cardbox\"><dl class=\"clearfix\"><dt class=\"st-card-img\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/music.mistermakun.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/SnapShot101-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"100\" height=\"100\" \/><\/dt><dd><p class=\"st-cardbox-t\">Hit songs of the 2010s<\/p><div class=\"st-card-excerpt smanone\"><p>The 2010s were a groundbreaking decade for music, as streaming services became the dominant way people discovered and enjoyed songs worldwide. Platforms like Spotify and Apple Music revolutionized how music was shared and explored, making it easier than ever for listeners to find their next favorite track. This era also saw the rise of new stars such as Billie Eilish, Ed Sheeran, and Ariana Grande, bringing fresh perspectives and unparalleled diversity to the music landscape. In this article, we\u2019ve curated a selection of the most iconic hits of the 2010s, diving into their unique appeal, backstories, and the trends that &#8230; <\/p><\/div><\/dd><\/dl><\/div><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-wp-embed is-provider-daily-music-life wp-block-embed-daily-music-life\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/music.mistermakun.com\/en\/7784\/\" class=\"st-cardlink st-embed-cardlink\"><div class=\"kanren st-cardbox\"><dl class=\"clearfix\"><dt class=\"st-card-img\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/music.mistermakun.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/57fb59e4-ab5b-4d71-8617-d8354630e190-1-150x150.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"100\" height=\"100\" \/><\/dt><dd><p class=\"st-cardbox-t\">Best Hi-Res Music Streaming Services : 5 Top Picks for Audiophiles and Beginners<\/p><div class=\"st-card-excerpt smanone\"><p>What Is Hi-Res Audio? A Beginner-Friendly Explanation (And Why It Sounds Better) Hi-Res Audio (High-Resolution Audio) refers to music files recorded and delivered at a higher sampling rate and bit depth than standard CD quality (44.1kHz \/ 16-bit). Common hi-res formats include 96kHz \/ 24-bit and 192kHz \/ 24-bit. Why Does Hi-Res Sound Better? Hi-res audio increases both temporal resolution and dynamic range: Higher sampling rate (kHz) \u2192 More accurate waveform reconstruction, better transients, more realistic ambience Greater bit depth (24-bit) \u2192 Wider dynamic range (up to ~144dB), improved microdynamics Lossless encoding \u2192 No perceptual compression artifacts Key Benefits of &#8230; <\/p><\/div><\/dd><\/dl><\/div><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>OneRepublic \u2013 Counting Stars \u201cCounting Stars\u201d by OneRepublic is one of the defining hits of the 2010s, blending pop, folk, and gospel influences into a highly compelling sound. With its infectious melody and introspective lyrical theme, the song achieves a rare balance between commercial appeal and artistic depth. Song Overview \u201cCounting Stars\u201d was released in 2013 as part of the album Native. Despite its upbeat tempo, the track carries a reflective tone, centered on the idea of valuing life and dreams over material wealth. A key feature of the song is its combination of acoustic guitar riffs, driving percussion, and &#8230; <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":8559,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_locale":"en_US","_original_post":"https:\/\/music.mistermakun.com\/?p=8557","footnotes":""},"categories":[100],"tags":[50,553,32,47],"class_list":["post-8562","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-song","tag-2010s","tag-onerepublic","tag-pop","tag-rock","en-US"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/music.mistermakun.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8562","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/music.mistermakun.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/music.mistermakun.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/music.mistermakun.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/music.mistermakun.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=8562"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/music.mistermakun.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8562\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":8617,"href":"https:\/\/music.mistermakun.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8562\/revisions\/8617"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/music.mistermakun.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/8559"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/music.mistermakun.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=8562"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/music.mistermakun.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=8562"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/music.mistermakun.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=8562"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}