Mr. Brightside Lyrics
The Killers
Lyrics
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
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 alibis
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
Song & Lyrics Facts
The Killers' hit song "Mr. Brightside" was released on June 7, 2004 as part of their debut studio album Hot Fuss.
The track was written by band members Brandon Flowers and Dave Keuning and produced by Mark Stoermer and Ronnie Vannucci Jr. It has become one of the most iconic alternative rock songs of all time. The lyrics tell a story of jealousy, betrayal and heartache, with the protagonist struggling to accept that his lover is cheating on him. To date, the single has sold over 3 million copies in the US alone and continues to be a staple at live shows for The Killers.