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.
Official solo site: http://www.brandonflowersmusic.com
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Official band site: http://www.thekillersmusic.com
Between Me and You
Brandon Flowers Lyrics
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I've been thinking about the future and
Between me and you
I think I'm losing it now
Between me and you
I've been worried about the future and
Between me and you
I think I'm losing it now
Follow your dreams but the trail went cold
And the heart don't lie
And that's a good luck charm
But I'm watching it tear out of my arms
And there's a power in letting go
I guess I didn't want to let you know
These hours I'm working ain't nearly enough
And sometimes its like a bullet came and blasted me right of out of the blue
But I'm doing my best to not let it get between me and you
Between me and you
(Come on child)
I've been struggling to carry the weight
(Get up child)
Between me and you
(Come on child)
I think I'm losing it now
(You got to fly)
The first time that I saw your face
Time stood still
I found my place
Now I'm watching it tear right out of my arms
And there's a power in letting go
I guess I didn't want to let you know
These hours I'm working ain't nearly enough
And chasing every dollar girl is this what I was born to do?
But I'm doing my best not to let it get between me and you
I remember you in white in the garden
Its been trial after trial
Through the ringer in the back
At the window of this track
I was just too proud to know
(Come on child)
'Cause there's a power in letting go
Never thought it'd be so hard
These hours I'm working ain't nearly enough
And sometimes its like a bullet came and blasted me right of out of the blue
And I feel like I've got nothing to show
And I've been wondering what I'm suppose to do
And I'm doing my best not to let it get
And I'm doing my best not to let it get
Between me and you
The song “Between Me and You” by Brandon Flowers is a song that speaks to the sacrifices that come with pursuing a successful career in music while trying to maintain a healthy relationship with a loved one. The song begins with the artist expressing his concerns about the future, and how he feels like he is losing control of his life. He then reflects on the advice he has been given- to follow his dreams- and how that advice has not led him to where he wants to be. He then confesses that he has been struggling to carry all the responsibility that comes with his dreams and that he is worried that it will affect his relationship with his lover.
The lyrics then continue to explore the complexities of balancing a career and a relationship. The artist acknowledges the power in letting go and how it is not easy to do so, especially when you feel like you have put in so much effort to get where you are. He then thinks about how his pursuit of money might not be what he was born to do and wonders if he is losing touch with what is really important. Despite all these struggles, the artist expresses his commitment to not letting his job get between him and his lover, whom he remembers in white in the garden.
Overall, the song is an emotional plea for someone to understand and empathize with the difficulties that come with trying to pursue one's dreams while also trying to maintain a fulfilling romantic relationship. It's a bittersweet song that is wrought with emotion and raw vulnerability.
Line by Line Meaning
Between me and you
The singer is addressing the listener while emphasizing on the secrecy of their conversation.
I've been thinking about the future and
The singer is revealing that he's spent time contemplating his future.
I think I'm losing it now
The singer suggests that he's becoming unhinged and is unsure of his state of mind.
I've been worried about the future and
The singer reveals his anxieties surrounding the future and its uncertainties.
And all my life, I've been told
The singer is reflecting upon the advice he's received over the years.
Follow your dreams but the trail went cold
The singer expresses disappointment in how his pursuit of his dreams has led to a dead-end.
And the heart don't lie
The singer believes that one's emotions give an accurate account of the truth.
And that's a good luck charm
The singer considers having a truthful heart as a good fortune.
But I'm watching it tear out of my arms
The singer is losing his grip on his emotions and letting them slip away.
And there's a power in letting go
The singer acknowledges that there's strength in relinquishing control.
I guess I didn't want to let you know
The singer is admitting that he's been holding back certain aspects from the listener.
These hours I'm working ain't nearly enough
The singer is stating that he's putting in lots of hours at work but they don't seem to be fulfilling.
And sometimes it's like a bullet came and blasted me right of out of the blue
The singer is describing instances where he's taken by surprise and thrown off-balance due to life's unexpected events.
But I'm doing my best not to let it get between me and you
The singer is determined to not let his personal struggles affect his relationship with the listener.
Come on child
The singer is using an endearing term of address to motivate and encourage himself.
Get up child
The singer is giving himself a pep talk to get back on his feet.
You got to fly
The singer is reminding himself of his capability to succeed and soar above his current troubles.
The first time that I saw your face
The singer is reminiscing about the moment he first laid eyes on the listener.
Time stood still
The singer perceived time to have stopped in that moment due to his intense feelings.
I found my place
The singer felt like he belonged or had found his home in the presence of the listener.
Now I'm watching it tear right out of my arms
The singer is losing his sense of belonging as he struggles to keep the listener close.
And chasing every dollar girl is this what I was born to do?
The singer is questioning whether his pursuit of wealth aligns with his purpose in life.
I remember you in white in the garden
The singer recalls a memory of the listener in a serene setting and attire.
It's been trial after trial
The singer has gone through a series of difficult times and struggles.
Through the ringer in the back
The singer has been through tough times and puts in mental and emotional effort to get through them.
At the window of this track
The singer is probably referring to a place that he sees as confining.
I was just too proud to know
The singer realizes that he was being arrogant and ignorant of his own flaws.
Never thought it'd be so hard
The singer is astounded by how difficult his current situation has become.
And I feel like I've got nothing to show
The singer believes that he has nothing to offer or show for his efforts.
And I've been wondering what I'm supposed to do
The singer is lost and unsure of his next move.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: BRANDON FLOWERS, ARIEL ZVI RECHTSHAID
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