Human
The Killers
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I did my best to notice When the call came down the line Up to the platform of surrender I was broad but I was kind And sometimes I get nervous When I see an open door Close your eyes Clear your heart Cut the cord [Chorus] Are we human? Or are we denser? My sign is vital My hands are cold And I'm on my knees Looking for the answer Are we human? Or are we dancer? Pay my respects to grace and virtue Send my condolences to good Give my regards to soul and romance They always did the best they could And so long to devotion You taught me everything I know Wave goodbye Wish me well You got to let me go [Chorus] Will your system be alright When you dream of home tonight? There is no message we're receiving Let me know is your heart still beating? Are we human? Or are we dancer? My sign is vital My hands are cold And I'm on my knees Looking for the answer You got to let me know [Chorus] Are we human? Or are we dancer? Are we human Or are we dancer?
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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 ClassificationThe song "Human" was featured on the album 'Day & Age', which was The Killers' third studio album.
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Chart Rankings"Human" peaked at number 5 on the UK Singles Chart and number 3 on the Billboard Hot Modern Rock Tracks in the United States.
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Grammy NominationThe song was nominated for a Grammy Award for "Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals" in 2009.
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Lyrics InterpretationThere has been much debate over the meaning of the line, "Are we human, or are we dancer?" Brandon Flowers, the lead singer, clarified in an interview that the lyrics were inspired by a quote from Hunter S. Thompson, "We are raising a generation of dancers," implying that people are evolving to be more robotic and less human.
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Release DateThe song "Human" was released in September 2008 as the lead single from the band's 'Day & Age' album.
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Style Introduction"Human" served as a vessel for The Killers to introduce a new, more electronic and dance-oriented sound, marking a departure from their usual post-punk, Nevada-inspired noir sound.
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SongwritingThe song was written by all four members of the band: Brandon Flowers, Dave Keuning, Mark Stoermer, and Ronnie Vannucci Jr.
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Popular CultureThe song has been featured in various television shows and commercials, demonstrating its broad appeal and its role in pop culture.
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Cover Versions"Human" has been covered by several artists across various genres and languages, a testament to the song's diverse appeal.
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Critical ReactionThe song received mixed reviews from music critics, with some praising its catchy, uplifting sound and deep lyrics, while others criticized its confusing lyrics. However, it has remained one of The Killers' most popular and recognizable songs.
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