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The Killers Lyrics

Dustland fairytale beginning
This is the start of a story that may seem like a fairytale, but takes place in a dusty, unglamorous reality.

Just another white trash
This is a story about people who society considers to be of low social status and not worthy of admiration.

County kiss
This is a reference to the innocence and simplicity of life in a small town.

Sixty one
This is a year in the past that was a golden age for the characters in the story.

Long brown hair and foolish eyes
This is a physical description of one of the characters in the story.

He looks just like you want him to
This character fits the archetype of a charming, handsome young man that the audience can easily root for.

Some kind of slick chrome American prince
This character represents the ideal of the American dream, and the idea that success and happiness are possible through hard work and determination.

A blue jean serenade
This is a reference to the romanticized image of America, and the idea that love can be found in simple, everyday things.

And Moon River what'd you do to me
This is a reference to the power of music to evoke emotions and create memories that last a lifetime.

And I don't believe you
The artist is skeptical of what is being presented to him, and is questioning the veracity of the story.

Saw Cinderella in a party dress but
This is a reference to the idea of someone who is trying to be something that they are not, and a metaphor for the struggle to find one's true identity.

She was looking for a night gown
Despite her efforts to appear glamorous and sophisticated, Cinderella is still searching for her true self and her place in the world.

I saw the devil warping up his hands
This is a metaphor for the conflict and tension that exists in the story, and the idea that there are darker forces at work.

He's getting ready for the show down
This is a reference to the impending conflict and the idea that there will be a major confrontation between the characters in the story.

I saw the minute that I turn away
The singer is aware that there are things happening that he cannot see, and that there are forces at work that are beyond his control.

I got my money on a pond tonight
This is a metaphor for the chaos and unpredictability of life, and the idea that sometimes we have to take risks and make bets in order to survive and succeed.

Change came in disguised of revelation
This is a reference to the transformative power of change, and the idea that sometimes we need to experience a revelation in order to grow and evolve.

Set his soul on fire
This is a reference to the idea that true passion and inspiration can ignite a person's soul and motivate them to pursue their dreams.

She said she'd always knew he'd come around
This is a testament to the power of faith and the belief that good things will happen if we just keep pushing forward.

And the decades disappear like sinking ships we persevere god gives us hope
This is a reference to the passage of time and the idea that we must keep moving forward even in the face of adversity, with the belief that there is a greater power guiding us forward.

But we still fear
Despite our faith and our perseverance, we still feel scared and uncertain about what the future holds.

We don't know
There are many things in life that are beyond our understanding or our control, and we must accept that we cannot always have all the answers.

The mind is poison castle in the sky
This is a reference to the idea that sometimes our own thoughts and beliefs can be self-destructive, and that our minds can keep us trapped in a world of our own making.

Sit stranded vandalized
This is a metaphor for feeling lost and alone, and the idea that sometimes we can become trapped in our own thoughts and emotions.

The draw bridge is closing
This is a reference to the idea that sometimes it feels like the door is closing on our dreams and that we will never be able to achieve what we desire.

I saw the ending were they turned the page
This is a reference to the idea that the story is coming to a close, and that the characters are moving on to a new chapter in their lives.

I threw my money and I ran away
This is a metaphor for the idea that sometimes we must take big risks and make significant changes in order to pursue our dreams.

Strait to the Vally of the great divide
This is a reference to the idea of leaving behind what is no longer serving us and moving forward into a new, better future.

And were the dreams roll high
This is a metaphor for the idea that our dreams and aspirations can take us to great heights, and that we should never stop reaching for the stars.

And were the wind don't blow
This is a metaphor for the idea of finding peace and tranquility in our lives, and being free from the turmoil and chaos of the world around us.

Out here the good girls die
This is a dark statement about the unfairness of life, and the idea that sometimes bad things happen to good people for no discernible reason.

And the sky won't snow
This is a metaphor for the idea that sometimes life can be cold and unforgiving, and that there is no relief or respite from the hardships we face.

Out here the bird don't sing
This is a metaphor for a world without hope, where even the sounds of nature are silenced and there is no beauty left in the world.

Out here the field don't grow
This is a metaphor for the idea that sometimes things simply don't work out the way we want them to, and that even our best efforts are in vain.

Out here the bell don't ring
This is a metaphor for the idea that there is no hope left, no signs of life or success, and that we are alone in the world.

Now Cinderella don't you go to sleep
This is a plea to the character of Cinderella, to not give up hope even in the darkest times.

Its such a bitter form of refuge
This is a reference to the idea that sometimes we turn to things that are not good for us in search of comfort, and that we must be careful not to fall into bad habits in times of stress and uncertainty.

Ah don't you know the kingdoms under siege
This is a metaphor for the idea that the world is constantly changing and that we must be ready to adapt and respond to new challenges.

And everybody needs you
This is a reminder that even in the darkest times, there are people who care about us and want us to succeed and be happy.

Is there still magic in the midnight sun
This is a metaphor for the idea that there is still hope and beauty in the world, even in the darkest times.

Or did you leave it back in sixty-one
This is a reference to the idea that sometimes we lose our sense of wonder and optimism as we grow older and face more challenges in life.

In the of the cadence in the young mans eyes
This is a reference to the idea that there is still hope and beauty in the world, and that the younger generation has the potential to create a better future for us all.

And were the dreams roll high
This is a metaphor for the idea that our dreams and aspirations can take us to great heights, and that we should never stop reaching for the stars.