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
Official twitter: http://twitter.com/brandonflowers
Official band site: http://www.thekillersmusic.com
Jacksonville
Brandon Flowers Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
Fill the unknown spaces with truth and light
If you can find the time, time seems so slow
Now we're stuck here asking, where did it go?
(And where do we come from?)
And what are we here for?
But there we were looking out some country window
The sky was blue and the night was all I wanted
Let me be your comet, I will fly
Summertime so sweet
Luxuries of childhood were on our feet
In the sun sun sun
Baby run run run
Baby run run run
Baby run run run
Games will be portrayed
But there we were looking out some country window
And although we had our problems, we were fine
The sky was blue and the night was all I wanted
Let me be your comet, I will fly
The sky was blue and the night was all I wanted
Let me be your comet, I will fly
I've been to Jacksonville
I've been to Monterrey
I've felt a mother's love
I've seen the colors change
I've cried a million tears
I've caused a million more
I've been to Jacksonville
There we were looking out some country window
And although we had our problems, we were fine
In "Jacksonville," Brandon Flowers sings about the passage of time and the search for meaning in life. He urges listeners to slow down and fill their minds with truth and light, rather than rushing through life without reflection. He sings of summertime nostalgia and the luxuries of childhood, evoking a sense of wistful longing for simpler times. He also references his personal experiences, including his travels to Jacksonville and Monterrey, and the love of a mother.
The central theme of the song is the search for our purpose in life and the realization that despite our struggles, we can still find beauty in the world around us. The chorus, "Let me be your comet, I will fly," speaks to the idea of finding our own path, letting our true selves shine, and soaring to new heights. The line, "The sky was blue and the night was all I wanted," further emphasizes the importance of appreciating the present moment and finding joy in simplicity.
Line by Line Meaning
Slow down your mind
Take your time and ease your thoughts
Fill the unknown spaces with truth and light
Be honest with yourself and shine a light on what you don't understand
If you can find the time, time seems so slow
When you're in the moment, it feels like it lasts forever
Now we're stuck here asking, where did it go?
When the moment has passed, you wonder how it went by so quickly
(And where do we come from?)
Deep philosophical questions about the meaning of life
And what are we here for?
Searching for purpose and meaning in life
But there we were looking out some country window
Reflecting on a peaceful moment in nature
And although we had our problems, we were fine
Despite the challenges we faced, we were content in that moment
The sky was blue and the night was all I wanted
Finding joy in the simple things
Let me be your comet, I will fly
Offering to be a beacon of hope and guidance
Summertime so sweet
Nostalgia for happy memories of summer
Luxuries of childhood were on our feet
Recalling carefree days of youth
In the sun sun sun
Enjoying the warmth of the sun
Baby run run run
Invoking a playful spirit of freedom
Games will be portrayed
Entertainment and leisure activities will be enjoyed
I've been to Jacksonville
Reflecting on personal experiences and travels
I've been to Monterrey
Reflecting on personal experiences and travels
I've felt a mother's love
The strength and comfort of maternal love
I've seen the colors change
Witnessing the beauty and impermanence of nature
I've cried a million tears
Experiencing intense emotion and pain
I've caused a million more
Feeling regret for past actions and their consequences
There we were looking out some country window
Recalling a peaceful moment in nature
And although we had our problems, we were fine
Finding contentment and peace despite challenges
The sky was blue and the night was all I wanted
Finding joy in the simple things
Let me be your comet, I will fly
Offering hope and guidance
Lyrics Ā© Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: BRANDON FLOWERS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Skialar Mahar
My absolute favorite song from the album. Just makes me want to race my car through the hot, breezy summer night as the sun sets, while this plays over the stereo. That's the imagery I get anyway.
CanonNikonMan241
Love the second chorus with the guitar and love the deep base towards the end, totally gives Vegas vibes
Emily Mott
such a gorgeous song, so many beautiful parts to it
SwordLily
Brandon Flowers is so goddamn good at groove that I always feel like it's impossible they made this now and not decades ago
Molly Harris
I am so mad this isnāt on Spotify š
Air_
Well it is now.
Kelly Elliott
Love this song!
YunnieLuff
This song always makes me cry.
Chelsea Rebelo
I get Peter Gabriel vibes in this song. love it
SwordLily
Although we had our problems, we were fine...