Spotlight

MUTEMATH

About Spotlight

"Spotlight" is the first single from New Orleans rock group Mutemath's second album Armistice. The song was first released on the soundtrack to the 2008 film adaptation of Twilight, and it was the second single to be released from the album. The song was released digitally on Spotlight EP on February 10, 2009. The EP was also released on limited edition vinyl on March 24, 2009.


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2009
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Ah, aah, ah, aah

You got a whole lot left to say now
You knocked all your wind out
You just tried too hard and you froze
I know, I know

What do you say?
What do you say?

Just take the fall, you're one of us
The spotlight is on
Ah, aah, ah, aah
Oh the spotlight is on
Ah, aah, ah, aah

You know the one thing you're fighting to hold
Will be the one thing you've got to let go
And when you feel the wall cannot be burned
You're gonna die to try what can't be done
Gonna stay stay out but you don't care
Now is there nothing like the inside of you anywhere

Oh, just take the fall, you're one of us
The spotlight is on
Ah, aah, ah, aah
Oh the spotlight is on
Ah, aah, ah, aah
Yeah, it's on

Because everyone would rather watch you fall
(All in trouble)
And we all are, yeah
(All and each other)
And we all are, yeah
(All and each other)

Just take a fall, you're one of us
The spotlight is on
Ah, aah, ah, aah
Oh, the spotlight is on
(Just take the fall)

Now you're one of us
Now you're
(Oh)
Now you're
(Oh)
Now you're
(Oh)

Now you're one of us
Now you're
(Oh)
Now you're
(Oh)
Now you're one of us

Oh, the spotlight is on
Ah, aah, ah, aah

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MUTEMATH

Mutemath (often stylized as MUTEMATH) is an American alternative rock band from New Orleans that formed in 2003. The group consists of lead vocalist and keyboardist Paul Meany, drummer Darren King, guitarist Todd Gummerman, and bassist Roy Mitchell-Cárdenas, but they often perform on any mixture or variation of these instruments. more »

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Written by: DOMINIC KING, FRANK MUSKER

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group

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11 facts about this song

Creation History
"Spotlight" by MUTEMATH was released on February 10, 2009, as part of the soundtrack for the first "Twilight" movie.
Record Label
The song was released by Summit Entertainment and Chop Shop Records in conjunction with Atlantic Records.
Song Style
The song is a fusion of rock, electronica, and pop, showcasing MUTEMATH's signature elements of experimental music.
Spotlight EP
"Spotlight" also spurred an EP that accompanied the release of the single, featuring two b-sides "Clockwork" and "Earlylight", as well as a remix of another MUTEMATH song, "Reset".
Chart Performance
The song peaked at No. 35 on the Billboard Alternative Songs chart in the U.S.
Inclusion in Twilight Soundtrack
As part of the Twilight soundtrack, "Spotlight" enjoyed broad exposure. The Twilight soundtrack album peaked at No. 1 on the Billboard 200.
Grammy Nomination
Furthermore, the Twilight soundtrack, where “Spotlight” played a prominent role, received a Grammy nomination in 2010 for Best Compilation Soundtrack Album for Motion Picture, Television or Other Visual Media.
Band Members
The band members who worked on this song are Paul Meany, Darren King, Greg Hill, and Roy Mitchell-Cárdenas.
Director of Music Video
The music video for "Spotlight" was directed by Scott Speer and contains footage from Twilight.
Positive Reviews
The song earned positive reviews from contemporary music critics for its atmospheric tones and energy.
Band's Discography
"Spotlight" is among the more well-known songs of MUTEMATH, a band that has produced over five studio albums and multiple EPs.

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