Starlight

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About Starlight

"Starlight" is a song by English alternative rock band Muse from their fourth studio album Black Holes and Revelations (2006). It was released on 4 September 2006 in the United Kingdom as the second single from Black Holes and Revelations. The lyric "Our hopes and expectations, black holes and revelations" gives the album its title. The song peaked at number 13 on the UK Singles Chart. It was also the second single released in the United States, reaching number two on the Modern Rock Tracks chart. The song was first played live during the Radio 1's Big Weekend festival in summer 2006. 


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2006
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Far away
The ship is taking me far away
Far away from the memories
Of the people who care if I live or die

The starlight
I will be chasing a starlight
Until the end of my life
I don't know if it's worth it anymore

Hold you in my arms
I just wanted to hold
You in my arms

My life
You electrify my life
Let's conspire to ignite
All the souls that would die just to feel alive

Now I'll never let you go
If you promised not to fade away
Never fade away

Our hopes and expectations
Black holes and revelations
Our hopes and expectations
Black holes and revelations

Hold you in my arms
I just wanted to hold
You in my arms

Far away
The ship is taking me far away
Far away from the memories
Of the people who care if I live or die

And I'll never let you go
If you promise not to fade away
Never fade away

Our hopes and expectations
Black holes and revelations
Our hopes and expectations
Black holes and revelations

Hold you in my arms
I just wanted to hold
You in my arms
I just wanted to hold

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Muse

The Muses (Ancient Greek: Μοῦσαι, moũsai: perhaps from the o-grade of the Proto-Indo-European root *men- "think") in Greek mythology, poetry, and literature, are the goddesses of the inspiration of literature, science and the arts. They were considered the source of the knowledge, related orally for centuries in the ancient culture that was contained in poetic lyrics and myths. more »

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Written by: MATT BELLAMY, MATTHEW JAMES BELLAMY

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11 facts about this song

Album Release
"Starlight" is a song by the British alternative rock band Muse and is part of their fourth studio album "Black Holes and Revelations," released in 2006.
Song Performance
The song peaked at number 13 on the UK Singles Chart and had a relatively successful performance in the US, reaching number two on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart.
Lyrics' Theme
The lyrics describe the loss of innocence and the search for new beginnings, which symbolize the band's doubts about returning to their family and loves while facing a glamorous lifestyle of a globally successful rock band.
Music Composition
The composition of "Starlight" stands out for its accessible pop sound, compared to the band's other often heavy and complex tracks, including a simple yet infectious piano riff.
Recording Process
The song was recorded at Super Bear Studios in France. The band reportedly had difficulty recording the song as they couldn't decide on the right drum track.
Song Composition
The song is written in the key of B major and maintains a tempo of 121 beats per minute.
Critical Reception
"Starlight" was generally well received by music critics, many of whom praised its lyrical depth and the band's new musical direction.
Live Performances
"Starlight" quickly became a staple of Muse's live shows. It was usually performed with a spectacular light show, which included the use of lasers and LED curtains, creating a visually stunning spectacle.
Creative Influence
According to the band's frontman Matthew Bellamy, the song was influenced by bands like Queen and U2, notable for their grandiose sound and stadium-friendly anthems.
Singles and Music Videos
The song was released as the album's second single. The music video was shot aboard the MS Ocean Chie, a cargo ship navigating through the Bahamas and featuring the band performing while experiencing a fictional shipwreck.
Award Nomination
The song was nominated for a Q Award for Best Track in 2006, further solidifying its status as one of Muse's most celebrated songs.

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