Mr. Brightside
Mr. Brightside

The Killers - Mr. Brightside Lyrics

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May 24, 2004
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Mr. Brightside Lyrics

Coming out of my cage
And I've been doing just fine
Gotta gotta be down
Because I want it all
It started out with a kiss
How did it end up like this?
It was only a kiss, it was only a kiss
Now I'm falling asleep
And she's calling a cab
While he's having a smoke
And she's taking a drag
Now they're going to bed
And my stomach is sick
And it's all in my head
But she's touching his chest now
He takes off her dress now
Let me go
And I just can't look, it's killing me
And taking control

Jealousy, turning saints into the sea
Swimming through sick lullabies
Choking on your alibis
But it's just the price I pay
Destiny is calling me
Open up my eager eyes
'Cause I'm Mr. Brightside

I'm coming out of my cage
And I've been doing just fine
Gotta gotta be down
Because I want it all
It started out with a kiss
How did it end up like this?
(It was only a kiss), it was only a kiss
Now I'm falling asleep
And she's calling a cab
While he's having a smoke
And she's taking a drag
Now they're going to bed
And my stomach is sick
And it's all in my head
But she's touching his chest now
He takes off her dress now
Let me go
'Cause I just can't look, it's killing me
And taking control

Jealousy, turning saints into the sea
Swimming through sick lullabies
Choking on your alibi
But it's just the price I pay
Destiny is calling me
Open up my eager eyes
'Cause I'm Mr. Brightside

I never
I never
I never
I never

Writer(s): Brandon Flowers, Dave Brent Keuning, Mark August Stoermer, Ronnie Jr. Vannucci
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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What is the Meaning of Mr. Brightside?

I can resonate so much to that song these days that is becomes almost disgusting. Getting disgusting with your own feelings that reek of the dirt of some frivolous girl's all-stars. That's right, her footsteps that have sliced fist-shaped holes on your soul. "It started out as kiss"....yeah....it did start out with a simple kiss.......

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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Who wrote the song 'Mr. Brightside' by The Killers?

    The song 'Mr. Brightside' was written by band members Brandon Flowers and Dave Keuning. It was one of the first songs they ever wrote together for their debut studio album, Hot Fuss.

  2. What is the story behind the lyrics of 'Mr. Brightside'?

    'Mr. Brightside' depicts a true story from Brandon Flowers' life. He walked into a bar in Las Vegas and found his girlfriend cheating on him, which triggered feelings of jealousy and paranoia that inspired the lyrics of this song.

  3. How successful was 'Mr. Brightside' commercially?

    'Mr. Brightside' is the Killers' best-selling song in the US, where it has sold over 3.5 million copies. In the UK, it has also sold over 3.52 million copies and spent over 390 weeks on the UK Official Singles Chart Top 100 as of 2024.

  4. Are there any music videos for 'Mr. Brightside'?

    Yes, two music videos were made for 'Mr. Brightside'. The first one features the band performing in an empty room in black and white, while the second one is based on the 2001 film Moulin Rouge!

  5. What is unique about 'Mr. Brightside's performance on charts?

    'Mr.Brightside' is known for its longevity on charts - particularly in UK where it has spent over five years (260 non-consecutive weeks) in top 100 since its re-release in 2004.

  6. Has 'Mr.Brightside' been covered by other artists?

    Yes, many artists have performed live covers or recorded versions of 'Mr. Brightside', including Paul Anka, ELEW, McFly, Playradioplay!, Fall Out Boy, Chris Daughtry, Amy Macdonald and many others.

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