In New Zealand, the song peaked at number 12 and was certified gold. It reached number 36 on the Hot 100, peaking at this position for three non-consecutive weeks. The song reached number 2 on the Ukraine Dance Charts. It topped the US Hot Dance Club Songs chart and became Lovato's third top 10 single at Mainstream Top 40, reaching number 7. The song has since been certified platinum in the US.
An accompanying music video for "Neon Lights" was directed by Ryan Pallotta, and was premiered through Vevo on November 21, 2013. Lovato has performed the track on several television programs, and has also included the song on the set list of their Neon Lights Tour.
Neon Lights
Demi Lovato Lyrics
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We'll be shooting stars just passing by
You'll be coming home with me tonight
We'll be burning up like neon lights
Be still my heart 'cause it's freaking out, it's freaking out, right now
Shining like stars 'cause we're beautiful, we're beautiful, right now
You're all I see in all these places
So let's pretend we're running out of time, of time
Baby, when they look up at the sky
We'll be shooting stars just passing by
You'll be coming home with me tonight
And we'll be burning up like neon lights
Baby, when they look up at the sky
We'll be shooting stars just passing by
You'll be coming home with me tonight
And we'll be burning up like neon lights
Neon lights
Neon lights
Neon lights
Like neon lights
Like neon lights
Be still my heart 'cause it's freaking out, it's freaking out, right now
Shining like stars 'cause we're beautiful, we're beautiful, right now
You're all I see in all these places
You're all I see in all these faces
So let's pretend we're running out of time, of time
Baby, when they look up at the sky
We'll be shooting stars just passing by
You'll be coming home with me tonight
And we'll be burning up like neon lights
Baby when they look up at the sky
We'll be shooting stars just passing by
You'll be coming home with me tonight
And we'll be burning up like neon lights
Neon lights
Neon lights
Neon lights
Like neon lights
Like neon lights
Shining like stars 'cause we're beautiful, beautiful
You're all I see in all these places
You're all I see in all these faces
So let's pretend we're running out of time, of time
Like neon lights
Like neon lights
Be still my heart 'cause it's freaking out
The first verse of Demi Lovato's Neon Lights sets the scene for a night of burning passion with a lover, with the image of shooting stars passing by in the sky. It's almost as if the two lovers are so consumed with each other that they are oblivious to the rest of the world around them. The chorus reiterates this theme, with the imagery of burning up like neon lights adding to the impression that this is a relationship that is burning hot and bright but may also be short-lived.
The second verse reflects on the intense feelings that are being experienced in the moment, with the singer's heart 'freaking out' due to the overwhelming emotions. The notion of being 'beautiful' is also introduced as a descriptor of the lovers, which seems to suggest that their physicality is a source of pride and possibly even validation for them. The bridge section is a call to live in the moment, to revel in the passion because it may not last forever.
Overall, the song celebrates the intensity and passion of a newfound relationship, but also hints at the fleeting nature of this kind of romance.
Line by Line Meaning
Baby when they look up at the sky
When someone looks up at the sky, they will see us like shooting stars just passing by.
We'll be shooting stars just passing by
We will be like shooting stars in the sky, just passing by and making a brief but significant impact on people's lives.
You'll be coming home with me tonight
You will be spending the night with me, coming home to my place and being close to each other.
And we'll be burning up like neon lights
We will be passionate and intense like bright, vibrant neon lights, with our love and energy burning brightly.
Be still my heart 'cause it's freaking out, it's freaking out, right now
My heart is beating fast with excitement and anticipation, and I need to calm down and take a breath.
Shining like stars 'cause we're beautiful, we're beautiful, right now
We are like stars, shining brightly and radiating beauty in this moment, and we should appreciate and acknowledge that.
You're all I see in all these places
No matter where I look, all I see is you, because you are the most important person to me at this moment.
You're all I see in all these faces
Even when I'm surrounded by other people, I only see you in their faces, because you stand out to me so much.
So let's pretend we're running out of time, of time
Let's live in the moment and act like time is limited, so that we can make the most of this experience and enjoy it fully.
Neon lights
Bright, vibrant lights that symbolize passion and intensity, and serve as a metaphor for our relationship.
Like neon lights
Comparing our love to the bright, vibrant energy of neon lights once again.
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Downtown Music Publishing, Peermusic Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Mario Marchetti, Demitria Lovato, Ryan Tedder, Tiffany Vartanyan, Noel Zancanella
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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@vitoriarodrigues8190
Baby when they look up at the sky
We'll be shooting stars just passing by
You'll be coming home with me tonight
We'll be burning up like neon lights
Be still my heart 'cause it's freaking out, it's freaking out, right now
Shining like stars 'cause we're beautiful, we're beautiful, right now
You're all I see in all these places
You're all I see in all these faces
So let's pretend we're running out of time, of time
Baby when they look up at the sky
We'll be shooting stars just passing by
You'll be coming home with me tonight
And we'll be burning up like neon lights
Baby when they look up at the sky
We'll be shooting stars just passing by
You'll be coming home with me tonight
And we'll be burning up like neon lights
Neon lights
Neon lights
Neon lights
Like neon lights
Like neon lights
Be still my heart 'cause it's freaking out, it's freaking out, right now
Shining like stars 'cause we're beautiful, we're beautiful, right now
You're all I see in all these places
You're all I see in all these faces
So let's pretend we're running out of time, of time
Baby when they look up at the sky
We'll be shooting stars just passing by
You'll be coming home with me tonight
And we'll be burning up like neon lights
Baby when they look up at the sky
We'll be shooting stars just passing by
You'll be coming home with me tonight
And we'll be burning up like neon lights
Neon lights
Neon lights
Neon lights
Like neon lights
Like neon lights
Shining like stars 'cause we're beautiful, beautiful
You're all I see in all these places
You're all I see in all these faces
So let's pretend we're running out of time, of time
Like neon lights
Like neon lights
Be still my heart 'cause it's freaking out
@songgamers704
You know you're getting old when this song is considered a throwback 😭
@kristenking8994
Right
@damauryaywright5796
Facts
@lemuelygusquiza8117
True
@vedika9466
I'm only 14, me and my friend used to listen to this song when we were 7, but this song still makes me feel nostalgic
@rjp1338
its 7 years ago wtf
@ideskpooh5578
Do you ever just get that memory flashback and that chill down your entire body?- that’s the best feeling ever, yet the saddest.
@mianettemarie
😔
@suzakucsgo
iDesk Pooh omg tears
@rosalinasjsndj
nostalgia, my dude. it’s a wonderful yet sad feeling