"Heathens" is a song by the American duo , released on June 16, 2016, as the lead single for the Suicide Squad motion picture soundtrack . While inspired by the film's themes of villains and outcasts, songwriter Tyler Joseph intended for it to be a "twenty one pilots song first," specifically to resonate with their dedicated fanbase, known as the Skeleton Clique . Core Themes and Meaning
: Some interpretations suggest the lyrics address Christian witnessing. In this view, Joseph (who is Christian) may be urging other Christians to build relationships with "heathens" (unbelievers or outsiders) rather than using aggressive, superficial evangelism tactics. Music Video and Visuals twenty one pilots: Heathens (from Suicide Squad: The Album)
: Joseph wrote the lyrics as a way to explain the band's dynamic to a mainstream audience. The "heathens" represent the core fans—many of whom grapple with deep emotional or mental health struggles—and the song warns newcomers to "take it slow" and not judge what they don't understand. "Heathens" is a song by the American duo
: Following the massive success of their previous album Blurryface , the song addressed "fair-weather" or new fans who might be quick to judge the older, more "intense" fanbase without knowing the "half of the abuse" or personal trials they have faced. In this view, Joseph (who is Christian) may