The Calling
The Calling

The Killers - The Calling Lyrics

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The Calling Lyrics

And it came to pass, as Jesus sat at meet in the house, behold
Many publicans and sinners came and sat down with him and his disciples
And when the Pharisees saw it, they said unto his disciples
Why eateth your Master with publicans and senators?
But when Jesus heard that, he said unto them
They that be whole need not a physician
But they that are sick

I walked into town with a message for my old man
I got the last two chapters of Matthew in my hand
Steve's painting houses while Bobby went and gone insane
They buried my sister but daddy, he stayed the same

Follow the sun out of the night
Brother just lean into the light
You wanna be sure, I'll give you sight
Brother just lean in to the light

His hands still shake when the ponies break out on the track
(Here comes the calling)
His feet still quick when they say they want their money back
(Here comes the calling)
But daddy did you think that you could outrun the Holy Ghost?
(Here comes the calling)
Lie, cheat, steal, hope they fix it all up in post

The book will be open
In front of the judge
Unquenchable fire
Keys to the kingdom

Follow the sun out of the night
Brother just lean into the light
(Just lean into the light)
You wanna be sure, I'll give you sight
Brother just lean into the light
(Just lean into the light)
The lord of the kingdom's burning bright
Brother just lean into the light
(Lean in)

You heard that the master was travelin' through
But what would you do if he walked in the room?
Pray to the left, pray to the right
Brother just lean in
Brother just lean into the light

Follow the sun out of the night
Brother just lean into the light
(Just lean into the light)
You wanna be sure, I'll give you sight
Brother just lean in to the light
(Just lean into the light)
The lord of the kingdom's burning bright
Brother just lean into the light
(Just lean into the light)
Follow the sun out of the night
Brother just lean into the light

(Here comes the calling)
(Here comes the calling)

Writer(s): ALEX CAMERON, BRANDON FLOWERS, MARK AUGUST STOERMER, RONNIE JR. VANNUCCI
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. What inspired the song 'The Calling' by The Killers?

    'The Calling' was inspired by Caravaggio's painting 'The Calling of Saint Matthew.' Mark Stoermer showed the artwork to Brandon Flowers, which led to a discussion about leaning into the light and using it as a launching pad for the song.

  2. Who reads the opening verses in 'The Calling'?

    Actor Woody Harrelson reads the opening verses from Matthew 9:10-12 in 'The Calling.' He recorded his contribution while on location in Italy.

  3. What unique sound can be heard on 'The Calling'?

    Drummer Ronnie Vannucci Jr.'s boxer dog, Archie, can be heard snarling on the track. This sound was recorded quickly and pitched down to make it sound like a lion.

  4. What is the significance of Matthew 9:10-12 in 'The Calling'?

    Matthew 9:10-12 describes Jesus calling Matthew to discipleship. This passage sets the tone for 'The Calling,' aligning with themes of redemption and transformation that run throughout the song.

  5. Did any other artists contribute to 'The Calling'?

    'The Calling' does not feature contributions from other musical artists, but actor Woody Harrelson provided a spoken word introduction from Matthew 9:10-12.

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