Radioactive

Kings of Leon

About Radioactive

"Radioactive" is a song by American rock band Kings of Leon, and was the first single released from their 2010 album Come Around Sundown. The song, along with its accompanying music video, premiered on September 8 on the Kings' website. The following day, it received its official radio premiere on Australian radio, and debuted on US Alternative Radio on September 13. The song was released on US iTunes on September 14, and released at a later date in remaining countries. The song was nominated for the 53rd Grammy Awards in two categories: Best Rock Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals and Best Rock Song. The song is used in the films I Am Number Four and Boyhood. 


Year:
2010
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When road is carved up yonder
I hope you see me there
It's in the water, it's where you came from
It's in the water, it's where you came from

And the crowd begins to wander
And they cry to see your face

It's in the water, it's in the story of where you came from
Your sons and daughters in all their glory it's gonna shape 'em
And when they pledge and come together, and start arising
Just drink the water where you came from, where you came from

The road it was carved from nothing
Never sold yourself away

It's in the water, it's in the story of where you came from
Your sons and daughters in all their glory its gonna shape 'em
And when they pledge and come together, and start arising
Just drink the water where you came from, where you came from
It's in the water where you came from
It's in the water where you came from
It's in the water where you came from

And when they pledge and come together and start arising
Just drink the water where you came from where you came from

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Kings of Leon

Kings of Leon is an American rock band that originated in Talihina, Oklahoma but formed in Nashville, Tennessee in 1999. The band is composed of brothers Anthony Caleb Followill (b. January 14, 1982, lead vocals, rhythm guitar), Ivan Nathan Followill (b. June 26, 1979, drums, percussion, backing vocals) and Michael Jared Followill (b. November 20, 1986, bass guitar, backing vocals), with their cousin Cameron Matthew Followill (b. September 10, 1984, lead guitar, backing vocals). The group is named for their grandfather Leon from Talihina, Oklahoma. more »

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Written by: Anthony Caleb Followill, Ivan Nathan Followill, Jared Followill, Matthew Followill

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group

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10 facts about this song

Album Information
"Radioactive" is the lead single off from Kings of Leon's fifth studio album titled "Come Around Sundown", which was released in 2010.
Chart Performance
The song found success and charted within top 10 in several countries including Ireland, UK, and Denmark. In the US, it peaked at number 37 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Grammy Nomination
The song was nominated for the Best Rock Song and Best Rock Performance at the 53rd Annual Grammy Awards in 2011.
Music Style
"Radioactive" marked a departure from the band's earlier sound as it incorporated elements of pop and arena rock.
Music Video
The music video, directed by Sophie Muller, features the band and a group of children dressed in African tribal clothing and consuming tropical fruits, hinting at a sense of innocence and freedom.
Critical Reception
The song was met with mixed to positive reviews from music critics, with some praising the band's shift to a more mainstream sound while others were more critical of the change.
Song Meaning
The band has hinted that the song references their Southern upbringing and the passion, vitality and rawness that comes with it.
Live Performances
"Radioactive" is noted for its exciting live performance with the crowd often singing along loudly, showcasing the song's popularity amongst fans.
Commercial Success
Despite mixed reviews, "Radioactive" sold over a million copies in the US alone as of January 2013, making it one of the band's most commercially successful songs to date.
Band Comments
In interviews, the band stated that they included more backing vocals and crowd noise in the song as a tribute to their fans and their live performances.

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