While listening to the radio in his car after his very first college class, Flowers heard the song "Changes" by David Bowie. He fell in love with the piece and realized immediately that he wanted to be part of the music industry.
His career in music began when he became a member of Las Vegas band Blush Response (this was where he discovered he could sing), but he was fired after refusing to move to Los Angeles, California, with the rest of the band. After leaving Blush Response, Flowers realised that he still wanted a career in music and came across an ad for guitarist David Keuning. After many short-term bassist and drummers, the pair met Ronnie Vanucci (drums) and Mark Stoermer (bass) and the band has been together since. In 2004 the group released Hot Fuss (after having toured with Morrissey in multiple sold out shows), 2006 - Sam's Town, 2007 - Sawdust, 2008 - Day & Age
In April 2010, Flowers announced his first solo album entitled Flamingo, which was produced by a team of legendary producers: Daniel Lanois (U2, Bob Dylan, Peter Gabriel, Robbie Robertson, Neil Young), Brendan O'Brien (Pearl Jam, Soundgarden, Train), and Stuart Price (Keane, Killers, Madonna, New Order, Scissor Sisters, Seal). A special Bonus Track edition has also been released featuring four additional songs, "The Clock Was Tickin", "Jacksonville", "I Came Here To Get Over You", and "Right Behind You"
After some of the band members wanted "to take a break from touring and the rat race," Flowers decided to keep it going and record a second solo album. The Desired Effect was released on May 15, 2015. The album debuted at number one on the UK Albums Chart, making it Flowers' second consecutive solo number one album.
The Desired Effect is Flowers' highest yet ranked album on Metacritic and honored as the Album of the Year (2015) by The Sun and The San Francisco Examiner. Reviews positively described the album as Flowers' finest work since Hot Fuss. The album was preceded by positively reviewed singles "Can't Deny My Love", "Still Want You", "Lonely Town", and "I Can Change". Multiple tracks from the album were listed on Best Songs of 2015 So Far lists by publications including SPIN, NPR, and Mashable. Halfway through 2015, USA Today listed the album as one of the top five best albums of 2015 so far.
The Desired Effect Tour included performances in Europe and North America; it ran through October 1, 2015.
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Official band site: http://www.thekillersmusic.com
Crossfire
Brandon Flowers Lyrics
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And you're keepin' secrets on your pillow
Let me inside, no cause for alarm
I promise tonight not to do no harm
I promise you, babe, I won't be no harm
And we're caught up in the crossfire
Of heaven and hell
And we're searching for shelter
Lay your body down
Lay your body down
Lay your body down
Watching your dress as you turn down the light (aah, aah)
I forget all about the storm outside (aah, aah)
Dark clouds roll their way over town (aah, aah)
Heartache and pain came a-pouring down like
Like hail, sleet and rain, yeah
They're handing it out
And we're caught up in the crossfire
Of heaven and hell
And were searching for shelter
Lay your body down
Lay your body down
Lay your body down
Lay your body down
Lay your body down
Lay your body down
Tell the devil that he can go back from where he came
His fiery arrows drew their beat in vein
And when the hardest part is over we'll be here
And our dreams will break the boundaries of our fears
Boundaries of our fears
(Aah aahah aah aahah)
(Aah aahah aahah aaah)
(Aah aahah aah)
Lay your body down
Lay your body down
Lay your body down
Lay your body down
Lay your body down
Lay your body down
Next to mine
The song Crossfire by Brandon Flowers tells the story of two people caught in the middle of a conflict between good and evil, and seeking refuge from the storm outside. The first verse of the song begins with the image of a still street outside the window, which sets a peaceful tone before the listener is introduced to the character keeping secrets on their pillow. The singer then asks to be let inside, reassuring their lover that they won't cause any harm. The chorus is where the main message of the song becomes clear, as the lovers are caught up in the crossfire between heaven and hell, and seek shelter in each other's embrace. The second verse emphasizes this theme by contrasting the storm outside with the warmth felt indoors, as the singer forgets about the chaos of the world outside.
As the song progresses, the theme of seeking safety and protection from the world grows stronger, with the singer telling the devil to go back where he came from and promising that their dreams will break the boundaries of their fears. The repeated refrain to lay your body down is an invitation to find comfort and safety in the arms of the person you love, and the last line "next to mine" reinforces the idea that unity and love can overcome the conflict between good and evil.
Overall, Crossfire is a hopeful and romantic song that encourages listeners to find safety and comfort in each other, even in the midst of chaos and strife. It's a powerful message that feels especially relevant in our current world, where so many people are struggling to find safety and peace in the face of global crises.
Line by Line Meaning
There's a still in the street outside your window
Everything outside is quiet
And you're keepin' secrets on your pillow
You have some secrets on your mind
Let me inside, no cause for alarm
Don't worry, I'm not here to hurt you
I promise tonight not to do no harm
I promise not to do anything bad
I promise you, babe, I won't be no harm
I won't hurt you
And we're caught up in the crossfire
We're stuck in the middle of a conflict
Of heaven and hell
Of good and evil
And we're searching for shelter
We're seeking refuge
Lay your body down
Lie down with me
Lay your body down
Relax and rest with me
Lay your body down
Let's be together
Watching your dress as you turn down the light (aah, aah)
Watching you undress as you turn off the light
I forget all about the storm outside (aah, aah)
I don't care about the bad weather outside
Dark clouds roll their way over town (aah, aah)
Bad things happen all around us
Heartache and pain came a-pouring down like
There's a lot of hurt and suffering
Like hail, sleet and rain, yeah
It's like a storm of emotions
They're handing it out
We're all dealing with it
Tell the devil that he can go back from where he came
Satan is not welcome here
His fiery arrows drew their beat in vein
Satan's attacks have no effect on us
And when the hardest part is over we'll be here
We'll still be together when things get tough
And our dreams will break the boundaries of our fears
Our hopes will overcome our fears
Boundaries of our fears
The things that scare us
Lay your body down
Stay with me
Lay your body down
For comfort
Lay your body down
We'll be okay
Lay your body down
Together
Lay your body down
Next to mine
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Brandon Flowers
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