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
Lonely Town
Brandon Flowers Lyrics
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And I can't get you off my mind
I sleep in the pouring rain
When will you come home again?
Spinnin' like a Gravitron when I was just a kid
I always thought that things would change but they never did
I always thought that things would change but they never did
I'm hanging on to the end of this rope
Somewhere on the outskirts of hope
Life without you not around
Another kid in lonely town
And I'm spinnin' like a Gravitron when I was just a kid
I always thought that things would change but they never did
Spinnin' like a Gravitron when I was just a kid
I always thought that things would change but they never did
Now I'm standing outside your house
And I'm wondering, baby
Do you hear the phone when I call?
Do you feel the void when I fall?
Do you hear the crack when I break?
Did you lock the door when it shut?
Can you see the knife when it cut?
Do you keep your ear to the ground?
For the kid in lonely town (lonely town)
Lonely town kid in lonely town (lonely town)
Lonely town
Spinnin' like a Gravitron when I was just a kid
I always thought that things would change but they never did
Spinnin' like a Gravitron when I was just a kid
I always thought that things would change but they never did
Do you hear the phone when I call?
Do you hear the crack when I break?
Do you lock the door when it shut?
Do you keep your ear to the ground?
For the kid in lonely town (lonely town)
Lonely town (lonely own)
Lonely town
Lonely town
The lyrics of Brandon Flowers’ song ‘Lonely Town’ project feelings of desperation and loneliness as he tries to cope with the absence of a loved one. The singer seems to be working hard to keep his mind distracted from his painful emotions but the effort seems futile. He mentions sleeping in the pouring rain, suggesting that the weather reflects the sadness he feels. The line “Somewhere on the outskirts of hope” highlights the singer’s state of mind where he feels like he is barely holding on to the hope of being reunited with his loved one. The repeated line “Spinnin’ like a Gravitron when I was just a kid” indicates how the singer feels stuck in a cycle of hope and disappointment, repeating his past feelings of expectation and subsequent letdown.
The theme of being stuck in a painful cycle is further reinforced through the lines “Another kid in lonely town” and “Do you feel the void when I fall?” as he questions if his loved one misses him in the same way. Visiting the loved one’s house, the singer questions whether she hears his calls or can see the pain he is going through. The repeated use of “Lonely town” at the end of verses creates a sense of sadness and hopelessness, emphasizing the loneliness he is experiencing. Overall, the lyrics of ‘Lonely Town’ reveal a deep vulnerability and the struggle to cope with the pain of separation.
Line by Line Meaning
I've been working overtime
I have been working extra hours at work.
And I can't get you off my mind
I am constantly thinking about you.
I sleep in the pouring rain
I am in a bad state of mind and the weather reflects that.
When will you come home again?
I am in need of your presence and can't wait for you to return.
Spinnin' like a Gravitron when I was just a kid
I feel like my life is spinning out of control.
I always thought that things would change but they never did
I used to be hopeful that things would get better, but they never did.
I'm hanging on to the end of this rope
I feel like I am barely holding on.
Somewhere on the outskirts of hope
I am on the brink of losing hope.
Life without you not around
My life is incomplete without you.
Another kid in lonely town
I am just another lonely person in this town.
Now I'm standing outside your house
I am desperate to be near you.
And I'm wondering, baby
I am questioning our relationship and whether you truly care about me.
Do you hear the phone when I call?
I am unsure if you are even there for me when I need you.
Do you feel the void when I fall?
I am unsure if you truly understand and empathize with my struggles.
Do you hear the crack when I break?
I am unsure if you even notice when I am hurting.
Did you lock the door when it shut?
I am unsure if you have closed yourself off from me.
Can you see the knife when it cut?
I am unsure if you can see the pain that I am going through.
Do you keep your ear to the ground?
I am unsure if you are even aware of my struggles and pain.
For the kid in lonely town (lonely town)
I am still just another lonely person in this town.
Lonely town kid in lonely town (lonely town)
I am a part of the community of lonely people in this town.
Lonely town
This town is full of lonely people.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: BRANDON FLOWERS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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