Spotlight
Children Within Lyrics


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He was a first class star with memories of fame
In mind he never left the game
He'd been around the world and people knew his trade
In mind his light will never fade

Spotlight, spotlight here I am
Hard to stay in focus
Spotlight, spotlight here I am
Hard to stay in focus

Now is a different time with people moving on
Forgetting his once famous song
He made a great carreer success was crystal clear
With failure as the greatest fear

Spotlight, spotlight here I am
Hard to stay in focus




Spotlight, spotlight here I am
Hard to stay in focus

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Children Within's song "Spotlight" portray the story of a former star who belonged to the entertainment industry. The person was a first-class star, who had attained fame in his hay days. Even though he had retired, he never really left the game, and he was still very much attached to his craft. His experience had taken him all over the world, and many people knew him for his exceptional talent, and he hoped his light would continue to shine in their hearts.


Unfortunately, as time goes by, people are moving on, and the world around him is changing. People are leaving his once famous song in the past, and it appears as if he has been left behind. He knows that he had once achieved great career success, and now, he fears his greatest failure would be to let his light disappear into obscurity. The lyrics make use of the word "spotlight" to connote the person's craving for attention, as the limelight had been an essential part of his life. However, he found it hard to stay in focus, perhaps as a result of his age, or the fact that he is no longer part of the current entertainment scene.


In summary, the lyrics of the song "Spotlight" reveal the struggles of a faded star who is fighting to keep his light alive, even in the face of obscurity. His experience and talent have been his life, and he wishes to remain in the limelight, even though he realizes that time has moved on.


Line by Line Meaning

He was a first class star with memories of fame
He was a highly acclaimed celebrity who reminisces his past glory and recognition


In mind he never left the game
Mentally, he still feels connected to his profession and has not given up on it


He'd been around the world and people knew his trade
He travelled across the globe and his expertise was well acknowledged


In mind his light will never fade
He has an unwavering belief that he will always remain popular and relevant


Spotlight, spotlight here I am
He craves attention and wants to be recognized and appreciated by the world


Hard to stay in focus
Despite the desire to be in the limelight, it is difficult to stay there and maintain the public's interest


Now is a different time with people moving on
The present scenario is not the same as it was in the past and people are now more inclined towards other things


Forgetting his once famous song
People have forgotten his earlier achievements and accomplishments


He made a great carreer success was crystal clear
He achieved immense professional success and it was very evident to everyone


With failure as the greatest fear
He is apprehensive about failing and views it as the worst outcome possible




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@jebbie2595

You can clearly see the difference in the girls demeanor between sitting there while prices are being haggled out & then at a table drawing & painting like normal kids. Bravo guys; good job.

@adiramos3863

there are still children yet to be rescued 😥

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I'm glad there is still good people in the world. Those girls are finally free! ♥️

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Keep up the great work ,we need more people like you in this f*** up world .

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@catherineaussie7121

Heartbreaking! Thank God there are people doing things to try and stop this.

@caliharley91

I’m 13 I just happened to be schooling and found this and I in all honesty want to do this when I’m older like for real no joke

@annhughes1503

So sad this couple are angels helping these poor children

@kayleeh8391

@@annhughes1503 yeah I feel so bad for the girls who went and are going through this but I love that they are helping them

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