Read My Mind
The Killers
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On the corner of main street Just tryin' to keep it in line You say you wanna move on, and You say I'm falling behind Can you read my mind? Can you read my mind? I never really gave up on Breakin' out of this two-star town I got the green light I got a little fight I'm gonna turn this thing around Can you read my mind? Can you read my mind? The good old days, the honest man The restless heart, the Promised Land A subtle kiss that no one sees A broken wrist and a big trapeze Oh well, I don't mind, you don't mind Cause I don't shine if you don't shine Before you go, can you read my mind? It's funny how you just break down Waiting on some sign I pull up to the front of your driveway With magic soaking my spine Can you read my mind? Can you read my mind? The teenage queen, the loaded gun The drop dead dream, the Chosen One A southern drawl, the world unseen A city wall and a trampoline Oh well, I don't mind, you don't mind 'Cause I don't shine if you don't shine Before you jump Tell me what you find When you read my mind Slipping in my faith until I fall He never returned that call Woman, open the door, don't let it sting I wanna breathe that fire again She said, I don't mind, you don't mind 'Cause I don't shine if you don't shine Put your back on me Put your back on me Put your back on me The stars are blazing like rebel diamonds cut out of the sun When you read my mind
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Written by: Brandon Flowers, Dave Brent Keuning, Mark August Stoermer, Ronnie Jr. Vannucci
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Album"Read My Mind" is a track from the album "Sam's Town" by The Killers. The album was released in 2006.
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Chart SuccessThe song peaked at number 62 on the Billboard Hot 100 Chart in the United States. It was far more successful in the UK, reaching number 15 on the UK Singles Chart.
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LyricsBrandon Flowers, the lead singer of The Killers, refers to "Read My Mind" as the best song he has ever written. It has deep and personal lyrics that reflect on searching for spiritual meaning and dealing with fame.
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Pet Shop Boys RemixThe famous English synth-pop duo, Pet Shop Boys, remixed "Read My Mind". It became popular in clubs around the world and even garnered a Grammy nomination.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Read My Mind" was shot in Tokyo and directed by Diane Martel. It shows the band exploring the city with subtitles that playfully mistranslate their conversations.
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Performances"Read My Mind" has become one of the most-performed songs by The Killers during live concerts. It is often accompanied by a full string section.
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ReviewsCritics have praised the song for its evocative lyrics and catchy melody. It has often been described as an anthemic rock track.
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Influence"Read My Mind" has been cited by many artists as an influence. It continues to be a staple on alternative rock radio stations.
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ReleaseThe song was released as the third single from "Sam's Town" on February 13, 2007.
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RecognitionNME Magazine placed "Read My Mind" at number 57 on their list of the "150 Best Tracks of the Past 15 years" in 2011.
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