Discover the story of the song > This River Is Wild – The Killers

The song is about a man who hears a story from someone dressed in red about the beauty of falling leaves. He knows that life has its ups and downs, but he always tries to keep his head up high. He advises his romantic partner to run away from danger and appreciate the beauty of the world. The protagonist also talks about someone named Adam who is struggling with his mother and finding love, and mentions a circus passing through town.