"I'd either check Billboard or iTunes Top 10 for the hottest songs, and I'd record my own versions," the 16 year-old explains. "That's how people began to find me online."
They found him in droves too. The subscriber, comment, and follower numbers snowballed as Mahone interacted with his audience directly.
"While I was in Chicago for a birthday party, I decided to do a little meet and greet," he recalls. "I tweeted for everyone to meet at The Bean. I thought there would be ten fans. A thousand showed up, and the cops had to shut it down. That was the moment when everything changed."
Since then, Mahone has come a long way from La Vernia—a town outside of San Antonio as he puts it, "with no Movie Theater or bowling alley". By 2012, he'd garnered 1.8 million Facebook fans, 1.5 million Twitter followers, 545k YouTube subscribers, and notched over 96 million views without a record label, marketing team, or any standard industry machinery. After quickly selling 100k downloads of his infectious song "11:11" independently, he had become a veritable phenomenon. However, he could back everything up on stage too. Selling out high-profile shows at the Best Buy Theater Times Square in New York and Wiltern Theater in Los Angeles, he landed on Live! With Kelly & Michael, Entertainment Tonight, Access Hollywood, E! News and VH1, while appearing in The Wall Street Journal, The Hollywood Reporter, and more.
Everything is set to change again with the release of his forthcoming full-length debut for Chase Records and Republic Records. The first official single, "Say You're Just a Friend" featuring Flo Rida, updates the Biz Markie classic with a fiery, fresh, and fun little twist. Mahone's impressive vocal delivery pulsates over a big dance floor groove just before Flo Rida drops a sizzling verse. It's an immediately irresistible anthem.
"I want to make upbeat pop that you can party to," says Mahone. "I've always been a huge fan of Flo Rida, and I thought it'd be cool to get him on this track. It's about being friends with a girl that you like more than just a friend. You can't tell her though because it might ruin that friendship. It's something a lot of people can relate to. We had a blast with it though."
With a 2013 tour with Taylor Swift on the horizon and more music coming, everybody is about to have a blast along with Mahone though—especially the countless "Mahomies" worldwide who have fallen for him. "I hope everyone can connect with the songs and love them," he concludes. "I want to make music that people can listen to over and over again and feel good about."
Mistletoe
Austin Mahone Lyrics
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Lights fill the streets spreading so much cheer
I should be playing in the winter snow
But I'mma be under the mistletoe
I don't want to miss out on the holiday
But I can't stop staring at your face
I should be playing in the winter snow
With you shawty with you (x2)
With you under the mistletoe
Everyone's gathering around the fire
Chestnuts roasting like a hot July
I should be chilling with my folks, I know
But I'mma be under the mistletoe
Word on the street Santa's coming tonight
Reindeer's flying through the sky so high
I should be making a list, I know
But I'mma be under the mistletoe
With you shawty with you (x2)
With you under the mistletoe
With you shawty with you (x2)
With you under the mistletoe
(Aye, love) (x2)
The wise men followed the star (the wise men followed the star)
The way I followed me heart (the way I followed me heart)
And it let me to a miracle
(Aye, love) (x2)
Don't you buy me nothing (don't you buy me nothing)
I am feeling one thing, your lips on my lips
That's a merry, merry Christmas!
It's the most beautiful time of the year
Lights fill the streets spreading so much cheer
I should be playing in the winter snow
But I'mma be under the mistletoe
I don't want to miss out on the holiday
But I can't stop staring at your face
I should be playing in the winter snow
But I'mma be under the mistletoe
With you shawty with you (x2)
With you under the mistletoe
With you shawty with you (x2)
With you under the mistletoe
Kiss me underneath the mistletoe
Show me baby that you love me so-oh-oh oh, oh, ohhh
Oh-oh, oh, oh, ohhh
Kiss me underneath the mistletoe
Show me baby that you love me so-oh-oh oh, oh, ohhh
Oh-oh, oh, oh, ohhh
In the song "Mistletoe" by Austin Mahone, the singer describes the excitement and joy of the holiday season. He notes that although he should be outside, playing in the snow, he cannot resist the urge to be with his significant other beneath the mistletoe. The lyrics describe a romantic atmosphere and the warmth of being with someone you love.
The chorus repeats the phrase “With you shawty with you” several times, emphasizing that he wants to be near his partner throughout the holiday season. The bridge of the song references the wise men who followed the star to find baby Jesus, but Austin Mahone suggests that his heart has led him to a miracle as well – being with his loved one for the holiday.
Overall, the song expresses the classic feeling of wanting to be with someone special during the holidays. It captures the warm and cozy essence of the wintertime season, highlighting the beauty of love and romance.
Line by Line Meaning
It's the most beautiful time of the year
The holiday season is the most beautiful time of the year
Lights fill the streets spreading so much cheer
The streets are filled with lights, that brings happiness and joy
I should be playing in the winter snow
But I'mma be under the mistletoe
I should play in the snow but instead I'm going to kiss under the mistletoe
I don't want to miss out on the holiday
But I can't stop staring at your face
I want to enjoy the holiday but I am mesmerized by your face
With you shawty with you (x2)
With you under the mistletoe
I want to be with you, under the mistletoe
Everyone's gathering around the fire
Chestnuts roasting like a hot July
I should be chilling with my folks, I know
But I'mma be under the mistletoe
People are gathering around the fire with chestnuts roasting. I should be with my family, but I choose to kiss you under the mistletoe
Word on the street Santa's coming tonight
Reindeer's flying through the sky so high
I should be making a list, I know
But I'mma be under the mistletoe
People say Santa is coming tonight. I should make a list but I choose to be with you instead
The wise men followed the star (the wise men followed the star)
The way I followed me heart (the way I followed me heart)
And it let me to a miracle
The wise men followed the star to find Jesus. I followed my heart and it led me to a miracle - you
Don't you buy me nothing (don't you buy me nothing)
I am feeling one thing, your lips on my lips
That's a merry, merry Christmas!
You don't need to buy me anything. All I want is to kiss you, and that would be the best Christmas present ever
Kiss me underneath the mistletoe
Show me baby that you love me so-oh-oh oh, oh, ohhh
Oh-oh, oh, oh, ohhh
Kiss me underneath the mistletoe
Show me baby that you love me so-oh-oh oh, oh, ohhh
Oh-oh, oh, oh, ohhh
Kiss me under the mistletoe, and show me how much you love me
Contributed by Xavier A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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It’s the most beautiful time of the year
Lights fill the streets spreading so much cheer
I should be playing in the winter snow
But I'mma be under the mistletoe
I don’t wanna miss out on the holiday
But I can’t stop staring at your face
I should be playing in the winter snow
But I’mma be under the mistletoe
With you, shawty with you
With you, shawty with you
With you under the mistletoe
Everyone's gathering around the fire
Chestnuts roasting like a hot July
I should be chilling with my folks, I know
But I’mma be under the mistletoe
Word on the street Santa's coming tonight,
Reindeer's flying through the sky so high
I should be making a list, I know
But I’mma be under the mistletoe
With you, shawty with you
With you, shawty with you
With you under the mistletoe
With you, shawty with you
With you, shawty with you
With you under the mistletoe
Aye, love, the wise men followed the star
The way I followed my heart
And it led me to a miracle
Aye, love, don't you buy me nothing
'cause I am feeling one thing, your lips on my lips
That’s a merry, merry Christmas
It’s the most beautiful time of the year
Lights fill the streets spreading so much cheer
I should be playing in the winter snow
But I’mma be under the mistletoe
I don’t wanna miss out on the holiday
But I can’t stop staring at your face
I should be playing in the winter snow
But I’mma be under the mistletoe
With you, shawty with you
With you, shawty with you
With you under the mistletoe
With you, shawty with you
With you, shawty with you
With you, under the mistletoe, under the mistletoe
Kiss me underneath the mistletoe
Show me baby that you love me so-oh-oh
Oh, oh, ohhh
Kiss me underneath the mistletoe,
Show me baby that you love me so-oh-oh
Oh, oh, ohhh
VaishnaviSriVideos
He was only 15 when it came out!
Just 'cause he covered Justin, it doesn't make him Justin. Here is this thing we call "inspiration". He might be inspired by Justin.
If you don't know what "inspiration" is, look it up on google or dictionary.
They both are wonderful at their places. Stop comparing. He is wonderful and talented.
Give him a chance.
I am a huge Belieber and support Austin either!
So enjoy the music!
Now I shall leave.
Alma Reyes
11 years later and this still takes me back to my fan girl days ❤️ will forever love your version of this song Austin 👌🏽❣️
Ioana Tuimoloau
Oh man, I remember listening to this on repeat when I was 14. 😂
Mariana N.
Who else will never stop listening to his covers? I just really can't.❤
Annette Theseira
I was in college when i first listen to this cover of Austin Mahone, It was when i started following him. I was saying to myself this boy gonna sing in the industry. Im glad he's making music now. I hope he continues to grow and make great songs. All the best Austin!
Jenna Meza
This is literally my favorite song that you've sang😌 I can still remember the day I first watched this video and I have a if-y memory
You've gone so far, nice work👌
Aarya!🌹
Hi
Leakingbieber
Remember when people thought Austin mahone was gonna be the next Justin Bieber?
Niran Rak waan
😂😂😂😅
Vayota Sawut
At least, He tried
John Andrick Castillo
It’s cause he got signed to cash money. You know how that goes lol