Reverend

Kings of Leon

About Reverend

"Reverend" is a song by American rock band Kings of Leon. The song was released as a promotional single on October 6, 2016 through RCA Records from their seventh studio album Walls (2016). It was later sent to alternative radio as the album's second official single on February 17, 2017. The song was written by bandmembers Caleb Followill, Nathan Followill, Jared Followill and Matthew Followill as a tribute to deceased country music singer-songwriter Blaze Foley.


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2016
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On the limb cut down in the middle of the night caught in a trap
Cursed by the crown of the wandering man who was never coming back
Stuck on the line spinning all of his time with his back to the throne
With the flash of the round everybody in town said leave me alone

Just like a reverend, like a reverend on the radio
Your heart will never say so
Your heart will never let you go
Just like a reverend, like a reverend on the radio
My heart will never say so
My heart will never let you go

I got caught in the middle of a hurricane fight facing the ground
Beast to the wild with the porcelain smile as it passes around
The truth in the skies from the billowing eyes isn't working on me
Don't you think you gotta give me
Give me something I want
Give me something I need

Just like a reverend, like a reverend on the radio
Your heart will never say so
Your heart will never let you go
Just like a reverend, like a reverend on the radio
My heart will never say so
My heart will never let you go

Just like a reverend, like a reverend on the radio
Your heart will never say so
Your heart will never let you go
Just like a reverend, like a reverend on the radio
My heart will never say so
My heart will never let you go

Just like a reverend, like a reverend on the radio
My heart will never say so
My heart will never let you go

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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: Matthew Followill, Ivan Nathan Followill, Caleb Followill, Jared Followill

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10 facts about this song

Background
"Reverend" is a track by the American rock band Kings of Leon, featured on their 7th studio album "Walls" (2016).
Inspiration
The song is said to be inspired by the life and hardships faced by country singer and songwriter Blaze Foley.
Music Style
Like most Kings of Leon songs, "Reverend" keeps up with the band’s signature sound, blending Southern rock aesthetics with garage rock elements.
Critical Reception
The track was seen as a standout on the album by critics and it received generally positive reviews for its emotional lyricism and the band's performance.
Chart Performance
While it didn't reach any official charts alone, the entire album "Walls" debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart.
Band Members
The members involved in creating "Reverend" are Caleb Followill (lead vocals, rhythm guitar), Jared Followill (bass guitar), Matthew Followill (lead guitar), and Nathan Followill (drums).
Production
The song, along with the entire "Walls" album, was produced by Markus Dravs, an award-winning producer known for working with bands like Coldplay and Arcade Fire.
Songwriting
All the members of Kings of Leon (Caleb, Jared, Matthew, and Nathan) are credited as songwriters for "Reverend."
Live Performances
"Reverend" has become one of the band's regular numbers at live performances, often noted for its particularly passionate delivery.
Lyrics
The song's lyrics explore themes of loss, survival, and the struggle of maintaining one's faith, paying homage to Blaze Foley's troubled life and tragic death.

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