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Who sang When You Were Young?

The Killers released the song When You Were Young. Date of release: 2006.

Release date: 2006
Duration: 03:40

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The meaning of the song 'When You Were Young ', based on the lyrics
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🎶 When You Were Young song analysis
The song is about a person who is waiting for a handsome man to come and save him from his old ways. He talks about climbing a mountain and taking it slow, but also mentions burning down highways. The song features a reference to the devil's water not being so sweet, but says that it's okay to dip your feet in every once in a while.

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