Mr. Brightside Lyrics – The Killers
Mr. Brightside Lyrics
[Verse: Brandon Flowers]
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
[Pre-Chorus: Brandon Flowers]
Chest now
He takes off her dress now
Let me go
And I just can't look, it's killing me
They're taking control
[Chorus: Brandon Flowers]
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
[Verse: Brandon Flowers]
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
[Pre-Chorus: Brandon Flowers]
Chest now
He takes off her dress now
Let me go
'Cause I just can't look, it's killing me
They're taking control
[Chorus: Brandon Flowers]
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
[Outro: Brandon Flowers]
I never
I never
I never
I never
Mr. Brightside Lyrics Meaning
The lyrics of "Mr. Brightside" by The Killers explore the themes of jealousy, betrayal, and the painful realization of infidelity. The narrator recounts a series of events triggered by witnessing his romantic interest with someone else. Despite his attempts to move on, the memories haunt him, leading to feelings of jealousy and despair. The song captures the emotional turmoil of unrequited love and the struggle to come to terms with the harsh reality of betrayal.
[Verse]
The song opens with the narrator expressing a sense of liberation, metaphorically coming "out of my cage" and feeling fine. However, this newfound freedom is juxtaposed with the torment of seeing the person he desires involved with someone else. The mention of "it started out with a kiss" suggests the innocence of the initial encounter, which now seems tainted by the unfolding events. The repetition of "it was only a kiss" highlights the narrator's attempt to downplay the significance of the moment, perhaps to alleviate the pain.
[Pre-Chorus]
The pre-chorus delves deeper into the anguish felt by the narrator as he witnesses the intimate moments between his romantic interest and another person. He describes the visceral reaction of feeling physically ill at the thought of their interactions. The line "he takes off her dress now" emphasizes the escalating intimacy between the two, intensifying the narrator's distress. Despite his desire to break free from the torment, he feels powerless as jealousy takes control.
[Chorus]
The chorus serves as a poignant reflection on the destructive power of jealousy. The narrator laments how jealousy can distort perceptions, turning once revered figures ("saints") into mere mortals, capable of betrayal. The imagery of "swimming through sick lullabies" evokes a sense of drowning in painful memories and excuses. Despite the toll it takes, the narrator acknowledges that this is the price he must pay for his destiny, which appears to be intertwined with enduring the agony of unrequited love.
[Outro]
The outro repeats the word "never," suggesting a sense of resignation or disbelief at the situation. It could also signify the narrator's struggle to come to terms with the reality of the betrayal, unable to comprehend how things have unraveled to this extent.
[Popular Phrases]
1. "It was only a kiss" - This phrase underscores the narrator's attempt to rationalize or minimize the significance of the initial romantic encounter, despite its profound impact on him.
2. "Mr. Brightside" - The term "Mr. Brightside" refers to the narrator's optimistic or hopeful outlook, despite the overwhelming despair and jealousy he experiences. It encapsulates the juxtaposition between his positive demeanor and the painful reality of unrequited love.
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Cast & Crew
- Artist / Band
- Lead Vocalist
- Brandon Flowers
- Producer(s)
- Jeff Saltzman & The Killers
- Writter(s)
- Dave Keuning & Brandon Flowers
- Released On
- September 23, 2003
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FAQs & Knowledge
Who is the singer of "Mr. Brightside" song?
"Mr. Brightside" song is sung by The Killers (Brandon Flowers is the lead vocalist).
Who is the lyrics writer of "Mr. Brightside" song?
"Mr. Brightside" song lyrics written by Dave Keuning & Brandon Flowers.
Who is the music producer of "Mr. Brightside" song?
"Mr. Brightside" song music composed & produced by Jeff Saltzman & The Killers.
When was "Mr. Brightside" song released?
"Mr. Brightside" song was released on September 23, 2003.