Brandon Flowers - Lonely Town Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who played the drums on 'Lonely Town' by Brandon Flowers?

   Danielle Haim, a member of the band Haim, played the drums on 'Lonely Town.' She was involved in the production as she was frequently around during the album's creation due to Ariel Rechtshaid (the producer) working on a new Haim record. Her contribution came from her interest in playing drums for another song initially, which led to her involvement in 'Lonely Town.'

2. What inspired Brandon Flowers when writing 'Lonely Town'?

   'Lonely Town' is inspired by The Police's song 'Every Breath You Take.' Brandon Flowers has mentioned that while it seems like a breezy love song, it actually possesses a darker theme centered around obsession and surveillance, similar to The Police’s hit.

3. Can you describe the music video for 'Lonely Town'?

   The music video for 'Lonely Town' features actress Penelope Mitchell dancing around a house with headphones on, seemingly enjoying herself alone. However, it is revealed that someone is ominously watching her from outside through a window. The video carries a retro style and adds an eerie layer to the song's themes of surveillance and loneliness.

4. What are some key lyrical themes in 'Lonely Town'?

   'Lonely Town' explores themes of isolation, longing, and unrequited attention. Lyrics such as 'When will you come home again?' and ‘Did you lock the door when it shut?’ suggest an underlying tone of obsession and concern that goes beyond simple affection or love.