Somebody Rock Me
The Killers/ The Clash Lyrics
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Seventeen tracks and I've had it with this game
A breakin' my back just to know your name
But heaven ain't close in a place like this
Anything goes but don't blink, you might miss
'Cause heaven ain't close in a place like this
I said heaven ain't close in a place like this
Bring it back down, bring it back down tonight
Well somebody told me you had a boyfriend
Who looked like a girlfriend
That I had in February of last year
It's not confidential, I've got potential
Ready let's roll onto something new
Takin' it's toll then I'm leaving without you
'Cause heaven ain't close in a place like this
I said heaven ain't close in a place like this
Bring it back down, bring it back down tonight
Never thought I'd let a rumor ruin my moonlight
Well somebody told me you had a boyfriend
Who looked like a girlfriend
That I had in February of last year
It's not confidential, I've got potential
A rushing, rushing around
Pace yourself for me
I said maybe, baby, please
But I just don't know now
When all I want to do is try
Well somebody told me you had a boyfriend
Who looked like a girlfriend
That I had in February of last year
It's not confidential, I've got potential
A rushing, rushing around
Somebody told me you had a boyfriend
Who looked like a girlfriend
That I had in February of last year
It's not confidential, I've got potential
A rushing, rushing around
Somebody told me you had a boyfriend
Who looked like a girlfriend
That I had in February of last year
It's not confidential, I've got potential
A rushing, rushing around
The song "Somebody Told Me" by The Killers is about the singer's fixation on a woman who may or may not have a boyfriend that looks like a girlfriend the singer had in February of the previous year. The singer is "breaking his back" to learn her name and be with her, but realizes that heaven is not close in a seedy place like the one he's in. The song explores themes of obsession, gossip, and the difficulty of finding true connection in a world where anything goes but heaven is not easily found. The line "Bring it back down tonight" suggests an attempt to regain control of the situation, but the singer also admits that he doesn't know what to do and is rushing around.
One possible interpretation of the line about the boyfriend who looks like a girlfriend is that the woman the singer is pursuing is bisexual or lesbian and has a boyfriend who is androgynous or feminine. The singer may be jealous of this boyfriend and worried that he can never compete, or he may be curious about the possibility of a threesome. Alternatively, the line could be a reference to the singer's own past relationship with a person who was ambiguous or confusing in terms of gender.
Overall, "Somebody Told Me" is a catchy, upbeat song that explores complex emotions and relationships in a tongue-in-cheek way. The lyrics are open to interpretation and leave the listener with plenty to ponder and speculate about.
Line by Line Meaning
Breakin' my back just to know your name
I'm putting a lot of effort into getting to know you.
Seventeen tracks and I've had it with this game
I've been trying for a while and I'm tired of playing this game.
But heaven ain't close in a place like this
This place is far from being heaven-like.
Anything goes but don't blink, you might miss
Things change quickly and you need to stay alert to keep up.
Bring it back down, bring it back down tonight
Let's calm down and take it easy tonight.
Never thought I'd let a rumor ruin my moonlight
I regret allowing a rumor to ruin my good mood.
Well somebody told me you had a boyfriend
I heard that you were already in a relationship.
Who looked like a girlfriend that I had in February of last year
Your boyfriend looks like the girl I dated last year.
It's not confidential, I've got potential
I don't need to keep it a secret that I'm interested in you.
Ready let's roll onto something new
Let's move on and try something different.
Takin' it's toll then I'm leaving without you
This situation is becoming too much for me and I need to leave without you.
A rushing, rushing around
I feel like I'm constantly running around and trying to keep up.
Pace yourself for me
Take your time and match my pace.
I said maybe, baby, please
I'm not sure, but please consider giving us a chance.
But I just don't know now
I'm feeling unsure about everything at the moment.
When all I want to do is try
I'm willing to put in effort for this relationship.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Brandon Flowers, Dave Brent Keuning, Mark August Stoermer, Ronnie Jr. Vannucci
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@fatherkino01
one of the best mash ups i've heard in tears!!!! kicks ass!
@srajensen
Love the Clash and can't wait to see the Killers in concert in September. Great mix!
@1251isthetime
it actually goes together. the chorus' start at the same time and everything. I like it.
@ZuluRomeo
Party Ben is fast becoming one of my favourite masher-uppers.
@AJent89
Killers and HE Clash are DOPE and they are the ish. this mix makes a dope breakbeat
@RobotWillie
Very interesting, i would never have thought to mash these songs together, sounds good too.
@toonooky
heard this at a club the other week, the place went off it's an awesome mix!
@Andre066x
two of my all time favorites.awesome video.
@MusicSavvy0419
Very, very awesome video! ;D You combined "Somebody Told Me" and "Rock The Casbah, two fantastic songs, together perfectly and I loved it! Thanks for posting!
@Vachy111
ouuu yeees!!! nice and amazing!!!