Boots

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About Boots

"Boots" is a Christmas song by Las Vegas rock band The Killers, which was released as a digital download on November 30, 2010, despite the band being on hiatus. All proceeds from the song go to AIDS charities as part of the (PRODUCT)RED campaign, headed by Bono and Bobby Shriver. The song continues The Killers' tradition of releasing a Christmas song every year, and is the fifth consecutive annual Christmas song since 2006, the others being "A Great Big Sled", "Don't Shoot Me Santa", "Joseph, Better You Than Me" and "¡Happy Birthday Guadalupe!". Lead singer Brandon Flowers is quoted as saying, "Our Christmas single with (RED) is one of our traditions as a band. We didn't want to let it fall by the wayside just because we're on hiatus; this cause is too important". All proceeds from the Christmas singles benefit the Product Red campaign. This is the first Killers release to not feature their trademark neon light styled logo on the cover. Instead, the cover seems to be drawing inspiration from the DVD releases covers of the 1941 film Citizen Kane and other 1940s-era black-and-white film title card logos. 


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No more trouble,
In this town.
Silent night, for a change.

Brand new year,
Coming up ahead.
You know its been so long,
Since I rang one in?

I close my eyes,
Think about the path I took.
Just when I think these times,
Have gotten the best of me.

I can see my mother in the kitchen.
My father on the floor,
Watching television.
It's a wonderful life.

Cinnamon candles burning.
Snowball fights outside.
Smile below each nose and above each chin.

Stomp my boots before I go back in.

I wasted my wishes,
On Saturday nights.
Boy what I would give,
For just one more.

I soften my heart

Shocked the world.
Do you hear my voice?
Do you know my name?
Light my way,
Lift my head.
Light my way, I can see my mother in the kitchen.

My father on the floor,
Watching television.
It's a wonderful life.

Cinnamon candles burning.
Snowball fights outside.
Smile below each nose and above each chin.

Family all together.
Presents piled high.
Frost on all the windows,
What a wonderful night.

Cinnamon candles burning.
Snowball fights outside.
Smile below each nose and above each chin.

So happy they found me,
Love was all around me.
Stomp my boots before I go back in.

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The Killers

The Killers are an American rock band that was formed in 2001, by Brandon Flowers (lead vocals, keyboards) and Dave Keuning (guitar, backing vocals). Mark Stoermer (bass, backing vocals) and Ronnie Vannucci Jr. (drums, percussion) would complete the current line-up of the band in 2002. The band originated in Las Vegas, Nevada. The name The Killers is derived from a logo on the bass drum of a fictitious band portrayed in the music video for the New Order song "Crystal". more »

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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

Release and Chart Performance
"Boots" was released as a Christmas single by the American rock band, The Killers, in 2010. It reached number 53 on the UK Singles Chart.
Charitable Initiative
The release of "Boots" followed an annual tradition set by The Killers of releasing a Christmas single. The proceeds from the single were donated to Product Red, which benefits The Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria.
Music Video
The "Boots" music video was directed by Jared Hess, who is famous for directing the movie Napoleon Dynamite. The video features imagery related to the Christmas season.
Inspirational Material
"Boots" is laced with references to classic Christmas movies and it samples a monologue from Jimmy Stewart in "It's a Wonderful Life."
Unique Musical Style
The song is characterized by its fusion of rock and Christmas music, featuring the use of traditional guitar and piano elements intermixed with festive bells and choir vocals.
Recognition
In 2011, "Boots" was nominated for the "Best Original Song" at the 68th Golden Globe Awards.
Streaming Platforms
Besides being released as a digital download on iTunes, "Boots" was also made available on multiple streaming platforms, such as Spotify and YouTube.
Production Details
"Boots" was produced by Stuart Price, who has worked with the band on their previous albums and singles.
Lyrical Theme
Lyrically, "Boots" deals with the theme of nostalgia, family ties and the festive spirit during the holiday season.
Reception
The song has generally received positive reviews from critics for its intriguing mix of holiday spirit with The Killers' signature rock style.

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