Spotlight
NE‐YO Lyrics
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Heavyweights y'all a fool for this track right here
It's your friendly neighborhood Ne-Yo
And on behalf of myself and Compound Entertainment
I wanna send this one out to all my superstars out there
Ladies you know who you are, let's go
Cats start stalking soon as she start walking
If they talking, believe that she's the topic
Of the fellas conversation
Everything about her exudes (ah,ah)
Tell you all that she gotta do (ah,ah)
With them pretty little eyes look at you (ah,ah)
And you gon do what she wants you to (ah,ah)
Kinda like she walk around with a
Spotlight, (ay) everything about her is
So right,(ay) baby you're a superstar (yup,yup)
Said baby you're a superstar (yup,yup)
Girl look at you shining
Look at you shining, look, look at you shining girl
Look at you shining, look, look at you shining girl
Look at you shining, look, look at you shining girl
Look at you shining, look, look at you shining girl
Way too often, she catch me gawking
Little crazy curvy little frame (but you don't hear me now)
Girl what's poppin, think that you should hop in
Baby tell me your name 'cause
Everything about you exudes (ah,ah)
Tell you all that you gotta do (ah,ah)
Show me how you make that thing move (ah,ah)
And I'mma do what you want me to(ah,ah)
Kinda like she walk around with a
Spotlight, (ay) everything about her is
So right,(ay) baby you're a superstar (yup,yup)
Said baby you're a superstar (yup,yup)
Girl look at you shining
Look at you shining, look, look at you shining girl
Look at you shining, look, look at you shining girl
Look at you shining, look, look at you shining girl
Look at you shining, look, look at you shining girl
(So many things I want to say to you oh girl)
Baby is it possible to share the spolight with you
Let me know (ooh ooh)
(So many things I want to say to you oh girl)
Kissing you from head to toe
Give it to you like you never had before
(tell me if its cool) oh let it breathe
Kinda like she walk around with a
Spotlight, (ay) everything about her is
So right,(ay) baby you're a superstar (yup,yup)
Said baby you're a superstar (yup,yup)
Girl look at you shining
Look at you shining, look, look at you shining girl
Look at you shining, look, look at you shining girl
Look at you shining, look, look at you shining girl
Look at you shining, look, look at you shining girl
In "Spotlight," Ne-Yo praises a woman who turns heads wherever she goes. From the moment she enters a room, she attracts attention, and people can't help but talk about her. Ne-Yo is clearly charmed by her, and he encourages her to revel in the attention by shining bright like a superstar. The opening lines suggest that men are enthralled by her - they start stalking her as soon as she begins to walk. In fact, she is the subject of most of their conversations. She is a gorgeous, curvy woman who radiates beauty and confidence, and Ne-Yo can't help but take notice.
Furthermore, the song's chorus is a repetition of the word "Spotlight," which is an apt metaphor for the way the woman draws attention to herself. The lyrics repeatedly emphasize her star-like qualities and her ability to command a room with her presence. Ne-Yo is so taken by her that he can't resist fantasizing about kissing her and wanting to share the spotlight with her. Overall, "Spotlight" is an upbeat and infectious song that celebrates confidence, beauty, and star power.
Line by Line Meaning
Cats start stalking soon as she start walking
As soon as this woman starts walking, men can't help but take notice and follow her around
She's a cause for celebration (but you don't hear me now)
Men consider this woman to be an exciting and desirable presence, although she might not realize it
If they talking, believe that she's the topic
Whenever men get together, they can't help but talk about how amazing this woman is
Of the fellas conversation
This woman is the main topic of the discussions and gossip amongst the men
Everything about her exudes (ah,ah)
This woman's appearance and demeanor conveys a sense of confidence and sex appeal
Tell you all that she gotta do (ah,ah)
This woman has a certain way of looking and acting that easily captures men's attention and interest
With them pretty little eyes look at you (ah,ah)
When this woman looks at you with her attractive eyes, you can't help but feel captivated
And you gon do what she wants you to (ah,ah)
This woman has a certain power or influence over men, making them want to do whatever she asks of them
Spotlight, (ay) everything about her is
This woman is like a shining star, with every aspect of her being captivating and attractive
So right,(ay) baby you're a superstar (yup,yup)
This woman is so amazing that she should be considered a superstar amongst women
Said baby you're a superstar (yup,yup)
Reiteration that this woman is truly exceptional and deserving of being called a superstar
Way too often, she catch me gawking
This woman catches men staring at her often
Little crazy curvy little frame (but you don't hear me now)
This woman has a unique and attractive physical appearance that men can't help but appreciate
Girl what's poppin, think that you should hop in
The man is asking this woman to join him and give him a chance to get to know her better
Everything about you exudes (ah,ah)
This woman has a certain presence about her that attracts and captivates men
Tell you all that you gotta do (ah,ah)
This woman has a certain way of acting and moving that easily captures men's attention and interest
Show me how you make that thing move (ah,ah)
The man wants to see how this woman moves and acts, as it is a major source of attraction for him
And I'mma do what you want me to(ah,ah)
This woman has a certain power or influence over men, making them want to do whatever she asks of them
Baby is it possible to share the spotlight with you
The man wants to be with this woman in a way that they both receive attention and praise
Kissing you from head to toe
The man wants to show this woman how much he admires and desires her, physically and emotionally
Give it to you like you never had before
The man wants to show this woman how incredible it can be to be with someone who truly appreciates and desires her
Spotlight, (ay) everything about her is
Reiteration that this woman is like a shining star, with every aspect of her being captivating and attractive
Girl look at you shining
The man is highlighting how radiant and attractive this woman is
Look at you shining, look, look at you shining girl
Reiteration that this woman is stunning and captivating to look at
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Mikkel Eriksen, Tor Erik Hermansen, Shaffer Smith
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Aquimar Jesson Alberca
[Verse 1]
Are you a man who loves and cherishes and cares for me?
Is that you? Is that you? Is that you?
Are you a guard in a prison maximum security?
Is that you? Is that you? Is that you?
Do we stay home all the time 'cause you want me to yourself?
Is that you? Is that you? Is that you?
Or am I locked away out of fear that I'll find someone else?
Is that you? Is that you? Is that you?
[Chorus]
Well, I don't like (o-hoo)
Living under your spotlight (o-hoo)
Just because you think I might (o-hoo)
Find somebody worthy
Oh, I don't like (o-hoo)
Living under your spotlight
Maybe if you treat me right
You won't have to worry
[Verse 2]
Is this a relationship:
Fulfilling your needs as well as mine?
Is that you? Is that you? Is that you?
Or is this just my sentence
Am I doing time?
Is that you? Is that you? Is that you?
If this is love, real, real love
Then I'm staying no doubt
Is that you? Is that you? Is that you?
But if I'm just love's prisoner
Then I'm busting out (oh)
Is that you? Is that you? Is that you?
[Chorus]
[Bridge]
Oh, you ought to be ashamed of yourself
What the hell do you think you're doing
Loving me, loving me so wrong?
Baby, all I do is try (try)
To show you that you're mine (mine)
One and only guy (only guy)
No matter who may come along
Open your eyes 'cause, baby, I don't like
Ooh, ooh (oh, oh)
Ooh, ooh (hey, 'cause I don't like!)
Well, I don't like
Living under your spotlight (no, no)
Just because you think I might (hee)
Find somebody worthy (no, I don't like, yeah)
And I don't like
Living under your spotlight (living under your spotlight)
Maybe if you treat me right (treat me right, yeah!)
You won't have to worry
(I don't like)
God lover
I always knew ne yo was the one behind many r&b masterpieces. He’s yet to get credit from the people he’s helped but he’s just such a genuine man he doesn’t even care. True fans know he’s behind he scenes in many beautiful songs. That’s why he’ll always be #1 in my book for Musicians. :)
Doug Shaffer
give the Man his flowers❤️👏👏 my favorite Singer of all time 😍
Elena's Corner
One of my favorite songs, didnt know Ne-yo wrote this. He's great!
Quito PoloDown
This man can write....
PaulCook
And sing and dance and produce and act
Dr Stephen A
He is a Genius
AcaciaC58
Jennifer Hudson did a wonderful job singing this song. she put a lot of soul in it =]
patrick quilla
Talent+artistry = Ne-Yo
1smartstar1
Love it, love it...sounds great! Ne-Yo is simply the best x
Obi Braxton
Wow never knew Ne-Yo wrote this but by hearing this demo it makes sense.