The Ballad Of Michael Valentine Lyrics
The Killers
Lyrics
Michael plays with stars
Soul Sister won't you take a ride in his car
Late to call
When you wanted to be all
Baby, baby, don't be so shy
Rock children hold your heads up high
In the night while I try
And tell the ballad of Valentine
You got it bad, but you know it's true
I caught up with a friend in Dallas
We took a trip to New Orleans
Those black-eyed ladies
Won't say they're sorry
We finally caught a train to Memphis
Where everybody talks the same
Those blue suede babies
All know my name
And I said hold tight
Can't you see it's hurting me
But I've got the buzz
Like Marlon Brando
Michael Valentine, can't we unite?
We ended up in North Dakota
Although my heart's in Mexico
My muñequita
Abre tus ojos
With your new suit, and your black tie
Hold on, you're just a gambling man, all proper like
I broke to the right and I caught your eye
Shut your mouth and wave goodbye
Tonight, I ain't gonna let you rain on this parade
And I said hold tight
Can't you see it's hurting me
But I've got the buzz
Like Marlon Brando
Straight faced with misery tonight
And I will not lie when I say I ain't cold no more
But I've got the buzz
Like Greta Garbo
Walking forwards in the sun
And I've got a coat tail left to ride
Well uh oh
I know he's gonna be there tonight
Song & Lyrics Facts
The Killers' song "The Ballad of Michael Valentine" was released on June 14, 2017 as a single from their fifth studio album Wonderful Wonderful. The track was written by Brandon Flowers, Ronnie Vannucci Jr., Mark Stoermer and Taylor Parks, with production by Jacknife Lee.
It is an emotional rock ballad about a man named Michael Valentine who has been through many struggles in life but still manages to keep going. The lyrics explore themes of resilience and determination, emphasizing the power of hope even when faced with adversity. The band's signature sound shines through, creating a powerful yet heartfelt anthem that speaks to anyone who has ever felt like giving up.