Spaceman

The Killers

About Spaceman

"Spaceman" is a song by American rock band The Killers. The song was released as the second single from the band's third studio album Day & Age on November 4, 2008, as a digital download on iTunes, and as 7" and promo CD in the US, Canada and UK. It has been released to radio in Australia and has gone into regular rotation on Triple J. This song was number 17 on Rolling Stone's list of the 100 Best Songs of 2008. The song has been used regularly as the opening song during the band's tour.  


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It started with a low light
Next thing I knew they ripped me from my bed
And then they took my blood type
It left a strange impression in my head
You know that I was hoping
That I could leave this star-crossed world behind
But when they cut me open,
I guess that changed my mind
And you know I might
Have just flown too far from the floor this time
'Cause they calling me by my name
And the zipping white light beams
Disregards the bombs and satellites

That was the turning point
That was one lonely night

The star maker says, it ain't so bad
The dream maker's going make you mad
The spaceman says, everybody look down
It's all in your mind

Well now I'm back at home, and
I'm looking forward to this life I live
You know its gonna haunt me
So hesitation to this life I give
You think you might cross over
You're caught between the devil and the deep blue sea
You better look it over
Before you make that leap

And you know I'm fine
But I hear those voices at night sometimes
They justify my claim
And the public don't dwell my transmission
Cause it wasn't televised

But, it was the turning point
Oh what a lonely night

The star maker says, it ain't so bad
The dream maker's going make you mad
The spaceman says, everybody look down
It's all in your mind

The star maker says, it ain't so bad
The dream maker's going make you mad
The spaceman says, everybody look down
It's all in your mind

My global position systems are vocally addressed
They say the Nile used to run from east to west
They say the Nile used to run, from east to west

And you know I'm fine
But I hear those voices at night
Sometimes

The star maker says, it ain't so bad
The dream maker's going make you mad
The spaceman says, everybody look down
It's all in your mind

The star maker says, it ain't so bad
The dream maker's going make you mad
The spaceman says, everybody look down
It's all in your mind

It's all in my mind
It's all in my mind

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The Killers

The Killers are an American rock band that was formed in 2001, by Brandon Flowers (lead vocals, keyboards) and Dave Keuning (guitar, backing vocals). Mark Stoermer (bass, backing vocals) and Ronnie Vannucci Jr. (drums, percussion) would complete the current line-up of the band in 2002. The band originated in Las Vegas, Nevada. The name The Killers is derived from a logo on the bass drum of a fictitious band portrayed in the music video for the New Order song "Crystal". more »

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Written by: Brandon Flowers, Dave Brent Keuning, Mark August Stoermer, Ronnie Jr. Vannucci

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12 facts about this song

Group Inception
"Spaceman" was performed by the American rock band "The Killers." This group originated from Las Vegas, Nevada in 2001.
Album Information
The song is featured in the band's third studio album "Day & Age," which was released in November 2008.
Chart Performance
"Spaceman" reached number 2 in the UK Indie charts and peaked at number 67 on the UK Singles Chart but climbed all the way to number 14 on the US Billboard Alternative Airplay chart.
Song Theme
The song is about being abducted by aliens, though some interpret it as a metaphor for dealing with depression and feeling disconnected from the world.
Music Video
The music video, directed by American director Ray Tintori, showcases the band being attacked by a monster in an arena filled with alien spectators.
Live Debut
The Killers first introduced "Spaceman" during a live performance at the Reading Festival in August 2008, a few months before the official release.
Popular Performance
The band performed "Spaceman" on Saturday Night Live in 2008. This increased the song's visibility and popularity substantially.
Unique Instrumentation
The song is notable for its unusual instrumentation, which includes a bass synthesizer, various keyboard and percussion sounds, and a cha-cha beat.
Critical Reception
Critics appreciated the song's catchy pop melody and thoughtful lyrics. Spin Magazine named "Spaceman" as one of the best songs of 2008.
Second Single
Spaceman was the second single released from the "Day & Age" album, following the hit "Human."
Track Length
The song is relatively lengthy, running at approximately 4 minutes and 44 seconds.
Writing Credits
Band members Brandon Flowers, Dave Keuning, Mark Stoermer, and Ronnie Vannucci Jr. are credited as the song's writers.

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