The song 'Mr. Brightside' by The Killers portrays a person struggling with jealousy and heartbreak after witnessing their romantic interest with someone else. The lyrics depict the internal turmoil and pain caused by unrequited love, symbolized by the metaphor of 'Mr. Brightside' trying to maintain optimism despite the overwhelming emotions of jealousy and betrayal.
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Themes
Jealousy and betrayal
• Jealousy, turning saints into the sea
• She's touching his chest now
• It's killing me
Desire and longing
• It started out with a kiss, how did it end up like this?
• Gotta, gotta be down because I want it all