What is pompeii song about?

"Pompeii" is a song by the British band Bastille. It was released as the lead single from their debut studio album, "Bad Blood" in 2013. The song was written by band member Dan Smith, and produced by Mark Crew.

The song is about the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD which buried the city of Pompeii in Italy. The lyrics of the song describe people trapped in the city as the volcano erupts, with lines such as "But if you close your eyes, does it almost feel like nothing changed at all?" and "Eh-eh-o eh-o, eh-eh-o eh-o", which chants the sounds of the city before its destruction.

The song's upbeat melody contrasts with the lyrics, creating a sense of melancholy and nostalgia. The song was well received by critics and became a commercial success, topping charts in several countries. It has been featured in TV shows, movies, and commercials, making it one of Bastille's most popular songs.