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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Human_(The_Killers_song)Human (The Killers song) - Wikipedia

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   On the band's official website, the biography section states that Flowers is singing "Are we human, or are we dancer?" and also says that the lyric was inspired by a disparaging comment made by Hunter S. Thompson, who stated that America was "raising a generation of dancers, afraid to take one step out of line". From an interview:

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3. www.radiox.co.uk › artists › the-killersWhy is THAT line in The Killers' Human so controversial?

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   Sep 22, 2023 · The Killers' Human single is known for posing the immortal question: "Are we human or are we dancer?" But what does it actually mean? As Brandon Flowers told Rolling Stone in 2008, “It’s...

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4. faroutmagazine.co.uk › what-does-are-we-human-orWhat does "are we human or are we dancer" mean?

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   Feb 10, 2024 · What does “are we human or are we dancer” mean? Few bands have succeeded in commanding attention and provoking introspection quite like The Killers. Among their extensive repertoire, ‘Human’ stands out as a potent anthem that delves into the complexities of identity and existence.

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6. americansongwriter.com › the-meaning-behind-humanThe Meaning Behind "Human" by The Killers and the Bizarre ...

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   Feb 5, 2024 · Are we human Or are we dancer? Flowers explained to MTV News the “dancer” line came from a Hunter S. Thompson quote: “We’re raising a generation of dancers.”

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8. nowordsnosong.medium.com › human-the-killers-678b“Human” — The Killers. “Are we human, or are we dancer?” is ...

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   Feb 3, 2018 · He claims the lyric “Are we human, or are we dancer?” was inspired by a quote from legendary “gonzo journalist” Hunter S. Thompson. Thompson’s style was to insert himself in his stories as an...

9. www.reddit.com › are_we_human_or_are_we_dancerAre we human or are we dancer? : r/TheKillers - Reddit

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   I'd struggle to find it, but I believe BF did actually say the Hunter S Thompson quote in a (written?) Interview, and explained the inspiration for the lyrics, as said by a poster already. I guess in a nutshell it is about being an individual not a sheeple.

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    Who wrote the killers lyric 'Are we human or are we dancer'?

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    Why is the song 'Are we human or are we dancer' a misunderstanding?

    • There was confusion and debate over the line "Are we human, or are we dancer?" in the song's chorus due to its grammar. Debate raged across the internet over whether the lyric said "dancer", "dancers" or "denser", a misunderstanding which elicited conflicting interpretations of the song's meaning.

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    Are we human or are we dancer?

    • The lyric “are we human, or are we dancer?” has sparked numerous interpretations and debates among listeners, leading to various theories about its meaning. One prevailing hypothesis suggests that the line is a misinterpretation of the phrase “are we human, or are we denser?” which would imply a commentary on human intelligence or consciousness.

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    Who wrote 'human'?

    • " Human " is a song by American rock band the Killers. Written by and produced by the band members and co-produced by Stuart Price, it was released as the first single from their third studio album Day & Age (2008).

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11. oldtimemusic.com › the-meaning-behind-the-songThe Meaning Behind The Song: Human by The Killers

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    Dec 24, 2023 · The chorus poses the captivating question, “Are we human or are we dancer?” This line is often debated and has sparked various interpretations. Brandon Flowers, the lead vocalist of The Killers, has explained that the lyric was inspired by a quote from author Hunter S. Thompson, who once described America as raising “a generation of ...