Temple (Kings of Leon song)


"Temple" is a song by American rock band Kings of Leon, issued as the third single from the band's sixth studio album Mechanical Bull.

Critical reception

The song has received positive reception from critics. Simon Harper of UK magazine Clash positively compared the song to that of work from The Cure. Leonie Cooper of NME, while having given the parent album a middling rating, highlighted the song as being "the best thing written in five years".

Live performances

The band has performed the song on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, Late Night with Jimmy Fallon and Saturday Night Live.

Charts

Release history