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On Top

The Killers

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On Top

in AlbumHot Fuss

Remember Rio and get down

Like some other DJ, in some other town

She's been trying to tell me to hold tight

But I've been waiting this whole night

But I've been down across a road or two

But now I've found the velvet sun

That shines on me and you

In the back, uh huh, I can't crack

We're on top

It's just a shimmy and a shake, uh huh

I can't fake, we're on top

We're on top

The day is breaking, we're still here

Your body's shaking, and it's clear

You really need it, so let go

And let me beat it, but you know

That I've been down across a road or two

But now I've found the velvet sun

That shines on me and you

In the back, uh huh, I can't crack

We're on top

It's just a shimmy and a shake, uh huh

I can't fake, we're on top

We're on top

We bring the bump to the grind, uh huh

I don't mind, we're on top

It's just a shimmy and a shake, uh huh

I can't fake, we're on top

We're on top

And we don't mean to satisfy tonight

So get your eyes off of my bride tonight

Cause I don't need to satisfy tonight

It's like a cigarette in the mouth

Or a handshake in the doorway

I look at you and smile because I'm fine

And we don't mean to satisfy tonight

So get your eyes off of my bride tonight

Cause I don't need to satisfy tonight

It's like a cigarette in the mouth

Or a handshake in the doorway

I look at you and smile because I'm fine

LanguageEnglish
Translated byAllen Morningstar

About this Song

The song 'On Top' by The Killers explores themes of ambition, success, and a relentless drive to be the best. The lyrics celebrate the high of achieving one's goals and living life to the fullest. It is a testament to the euphoria and adrenaline that comes with being at the pinnacle of one's career or experience. Key themes include the pursuit of dreams, the transient nature of success, and the excitement of being in the spotlight. Poignant moments in the song include vivid imagery of nightlife and the sensation of being unstoppable, capturing a snapshot of Las Vegas's energy and allure.

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