Tightrope
Walk the Moon
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Easy now, with my heart Easy now, oh with my heart Walk a tightrope, walk a little tightrope You walk a tightrope, walk a little tightrope Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh this heart is burning up I said oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh this heart is burning up Careful now, ooh with my head I said careful now, what you do to my head Well make your mind up, make your little mind up To reach is oh, to reach is to oh, oh, oh, Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, this heart is burning up I said oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, this heart is burning up In my bed, I'm rolling over I'm tangling up in chains on the swings on the set on the night that we met And now the beads of water, move up the glass You speak your mind, and you can not take it back Walk a tightrope, walk a little tightrope Walk a tightrope, walk a little tightrope Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh this heart is burning up I said oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh this heart is burning up I said oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh this heart is burning up I said oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh this heart is burning up It's, it's burning up Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh
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Written by: Charles L Joseph, Janelle Monae Robinson, Nathaniel Irvin, Antwan Patton
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave
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11 facts about this song
Song Content"Tightrope" is a song from the band's first major-label album, "Walk the Moon". The song explores the theme of finding balance and walking a 'tightrope' in the face of change and adversity.
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Song ReleaseReleased in 2012, "Tightrope" served as the third single from the album. It helped to solidify the band's distinctive sound and presence in the indie-pop music scene.
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Chart SuccessThe song was a commercial success. It peaked at Number 15 on Billboard's Alternative songs chart.
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Music VideoThe official music video for "Tightrope" was released in October 2012 and features the four band members in a synchronized choreography, a nod to their love for performance art.
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Band Involvement"Tightrope" is a collective effort from the entire band. Each member contributed to composing the song, showcasing their collaborative approach to music creation.
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Lyrics InspirationThe lyrics that are echoed in the song, ‘When you talk to me, I hear silence’ were inspired by the idea of communication breakdown in relationships, hence expressing the emotional tightrope people often find themselves walking on.
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Album's SuccessThe album in which "Tightrope" is included, topped the iTunes charts upon release and has eventually contributed to the band's mainstream popularity.
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Live Performances"Tightrope" is well-received during concerts due to its energetic beats and catchy melody, making it a fan favorite.
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ReviewsMusic critics praised the song for its strong rhythm and infectious chorus, citing it as one of the standout tracks from the album.
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Radio play"Tightrope" received significant airplay in US alternative radio stations, contributing significantly to the song’s billboard ranking success.
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Song's ImpactSince its release, "Tightrope" has been featured in various TV shows, movies, and commercials, extending its audience and earning more recognition for Walk the Moon.
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