Mr Brightside

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Mr. Brightside by The Killers Takes the UK by Storm

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Find out why The Killers' anthem 'Mr. Brightside' has become the UK's biggest hit, surpassing Oasis's 'Wonderwall' in sales and streams.

The Killers' iconic track 'Mr. Brightside' has achieved a remarkable feat in the UK music scene, becoming the biggest song to never reach the top spot on the charts. The Las Vegas band's betrayal anthem, released in 2003 as part of their debut album 'Hot Fuss,' has captured the hearts of the British public like no other. Surpassing Oasis's 'Wonderwall,' 'Mr. Brightside' has solidified its place in music history as a beloved chart-topper despite never hitting the pinnacle. With over 5.57 million combined sales and streams, it now stands as the UK's third biggest song of all time.

The journey of 'Mr. Brightside' from a modest indie release by British label Lizard King to becoming the nation's favorite single is a testament to the enduring appeal of The Killers. The band's success with this track has not only made them festival favorites but has also secured their position as one of the defining rock acts of the 2000s. The catchy hooks and anthemic chorus of 'Mr. Brightside' have made it a timeless classic that continues to resonate with music lovers across generations.

In a surprising turn of events, 'Mr. Brightside' has outshined even the most established hits to claim its place as the UK's official biggest single of all time. Its longevity on the charts, surpassing even Oasis's 'Wonderwall,' highlights the song's universal popularity and enduring charm. The Killers' frontman Brandon Flowers and the band members can now proudly boast of creating a musical masterpiece that has captured the hearts and playlists of millions worldwide.

As 'Mr. Brightside' continues to reign supreme on the UK charts, it remains a symbol of The Killers' incredible impact on the music industry. With its infectious energy and relatable lyrics, the song has cemented its status as a timeless anthem that will continue to inspire music lovers for years to come. The legacy of 'Mr. Brightside' as the UK's biggest-selling top 100 song is a testament to the band's talent and the unwavering support of their dedicated fan base.

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The Killers' Mr Brightside becomes biggest song to never reach UK ... (The Guardian)

Band overtake Oasis's Wonderwall and celebrate how the much-chanted chart staple 'has been completely embraced by the British public'

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Mr Brightside by The Killers overtakes Wonderwall as biggest song ... (Sky News)

Mr Brightside is from the Las Vegas band's debut Hot Fuss, one of the biggest rock albums of the 2000s, and one which established them as festival ...

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The Killers' Mr Brightside becomes biggest song never to top the UK ... (The Independent)

The Las Vegas band's betrayal anthem, which was released in 2003 and featured on the band's debut album Hot Fuss, managed to usurp sales of other hits such as ...

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The Killers' 'Mr Brightside' becomes UK's official biggest single of all ... (hotpress.com)

The song was first released in 2003 in a run of 500 singles by British indie label Lizard King. The following year, the band released the UK No. 3 hit 'Somebody ...

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The Killers' Mr Brightside becomes biggest-selling UK top 100 song ... (Telegraph.co.uk)

The anthem has usurped Wonderwall by Oasis to take the top spot, with its 5.57 million combined sales and streams also makes it the UK's third biggest song of ...

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How did it end up like this? Mr Brightside named UK's biggest hit to ... (ITV News)

The track has beaten Wonderwall by British band Oasis as the longest-running song in the UK top 100 chart. | ITV National News.

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Doing more than just fine: The Killers' “Mr. Brightside” becomes UK's ... (105.7 The Point)

They sure do love The Killers across the pond, and now there's hard data to prove just that.The U.K.'s Official Charts has announced that Brandon Flowers ...

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Why I hate Mr Brightside – the UK's unofficial national anthem (iNews)

As far as well-crafted songs go, it's up there. I don't hate the melody or the instrumentation. I don't hate the lyrics – which actually paint an impressively ...

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Mr Brightside becomes the UK's top track to never hit number one (Cumnock Chronicle)

Iconic 2003 track Mr Brightside by the Killers has usurped Wonderwall by British band Oasis as the longest-running song in the UK top 100 chart without ever ...

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The Killers' 'Mr Brightside' Snags U.K. Chart Milestone (Billboard)

"Mr Brightside" is the U.K.'s biggest-ever single which didn't reach No. 1.

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'Mr Brightside' Becomes The Biggest Single To Never Hit No. 1 (Livermore Independent)

'Mr Brightside' has garnered over half a billion streams and sold 1.1 million copies since its release in 2003. Scientists from Georgetown University have ...

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U.K. listeners are still looking on the “Mr. Brightside” of life, as The ... (HITS Daily Double)

U.K. listeners are still looking on the "Mr. Brightside" of life, as the Killers' song of that name has overtaken “Wonderwall” by Oasis as the most ...

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