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
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
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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@jazzystorm1146
There's a still in the street outside your window
You're keeping secrets on your pillow
Let me inside, no cause for alarm
I promise tonight not to do no harm
I promise you babe, I will do you no harm
And we're caught up in the crossfire of Heaven and Hell
And we're searchin' for shelter
Lay your body down
Lay your body down
Lay your body down
Watching your dress as you turn down the lights
I forget all about the storm outside
Dark clouds roll their way over town
Heartache and pain came a-pouring down like hail, sleet and rain, yeah
They're handing it out
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
Lay your body down
Lay your body down
Lay your body down
And tell the Devil that he can go back from where he came
His fiery arrows drew their bead in vain
And when the hardest part is over, we'll be here
And our dreams will break the boundaries of our fear
The boundaries of our fear
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
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@renrifle
Hahaha the girl's all like "Getting real tired of your shit Brandon"
@lafbrito
best comment ever!
@F1fangirl96
Omg your comment 😂😂😂
@chestermolester1780
Gabe Gomez your comment made me laugh so hard! :D :D
@swvilcko
Chëster Mölestêr Me too. Charlize Theron isn't tired of Brandon. Is she?
@chestermolester1780
Way Out Willie Noooooo way!!!!!! hahaha no one can be tired of Bflow <3
@Thepurge62882
He’s one of the most underrated vocalists ever! He’s amazing.
@billyboycinci
Depends on where you live how underrated they are. The killers were HUGE in the UK. All these years later if you play Mr, Brightside in a pub or party or wedding, people go nuts!
@joni4722
theyre underrated in the Philippines
@debanjannandy1651
Not underrated in India. We love good music here . 🥵🥂