Astin's final performance in Spring Awakening was July 19, 2008.
Astin took on the role of Mark Cohen in a production of Rent, directed by Neil Patrick Harris, at the Hollywood Bowl on August 6–8, 2010.
Astin played Rand Posin in the movie Hamlet 2. He sang "Raped in the Face" on the soundtrack along with Phoebe Strole, who was his co-star in the film, and the film's star, Steve Coogan. Screenings of the film at the 2008 Sundance Film Festival led to Astin signing on with United Talent Agency.
Astin joined the cast of the 2009 Adam Carolla sitcom Ace in the Hole on CBS, which was not picked up. In 2010 he joined the cast of the Jere Burns sitcom Strange Brew on Fox, which was also not picked up.
Astin guest-starred as Ben in the July 2011 episode of Love Bites titled "Boys to Men" and as Matt Kornstein in the May 2012 episode of Girls entitled "Hannah's Diary". He also played the role of a patient on House during episode 21 of season 8, in May 2012.
He starred in the 2012 comedy film Pitch Perfect as the character Jesse Swanson and in the 2013 comedy film 21 and Over as Casey.
He currently stars in the TBS sitcom Ground Floor as Brody Moyer, a young ambitious money manager who falls for a girl on the ground floor.
Stage
2006 Spring Awakening, as Georg
2010 Rent, as Mark Cohen
I Wanna Dance With You
Skylar Astin Lyrics
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Wear all your colors, I love a kaleidoscope
I'm getting shivers, down to my toes
Gather all my inhibitions and let them go
So keep on the shoot, got a date on the dance floor
Got nothing to lose, whatcha waiting for?
I wanna dance with you
I wanna dance with you
Like the last thing we ever do
Show it off, show your move
Show them all what you can do
I wanna dance with you
Are you feeling how I'm feeling?
'Cause I really wanna dance with you
Da-da-dance, da-da-dance with you
Da-da-dance, da-da-dance, da-da-dance with you
I wanna da-da-dance, da-da-dance with you
Da-da-dance, are you feeling how I'm feeling?
'Cause I really wanna dance with you
Forever, if that's alright
We burn the night up and light up like fireflies
You take my fire to higher heights
Now that I've got you going, I know you know
I really wanna dance with you
Underneath the sun and the moon
I wanna dance with you and the last thing we ever do
So show it off, show your move
Show them all what you can do
I wanna dance with you
Are you feeling how I'm feeling?
'Cause I really wanna dance with you
D-d-dance, d-d-dance, d-d-dance
D-d-dance, d-d-dance with you
I wanna d-d-dance, d-d-dance, d-d-dance
Are you feeling how I'm feeling?
'Cause I really wanna dance with you
So keep on the shoot
Got a date on the dance floor
Got nothing to lose
What are you waiting for?
I wanna d-d-dance with you
D-d-dance, d-d-dance
Underneath the sun and the moon
Underneath the sun and the moon
I wanna d-d-dance with you
I wanna dance with you
And the last thing we ever do
We do, so show it off, show your moves
Show them all what you can do
I wanna d-d-dance with you
D-d-dance, are you feeling how I'm feeling?
'Cause I really wanna dance with you
D-d-dance, d-d-dance, d-d-dance
D-d-dance, d-d-dance, d-d-dance with you
I wanna d-d-dance, d-d-dance, d-d-dance
Are you feeling how I'm feeling?
'Cause I really wanna dance with you
The lyrics to Skylar Astin's "I Wanna Dance With You" convey a sense of excitement, liberation, and a desire for connection through the act of dancing. The lines "You get the glitter, I'll get the gold/Wear all your colors, I love a kaleidoscope" suggest a celebration of individuality and diversity, with the singer expressing a willingness to let go of inhibitions and embrace the vibrant energy around them. The imagery of getting shivers down to the toes signifies a physical and emotional reaction to the electrifying atmosphere of music and movement.
The repetition of the phrase "I wanna dance with you" throughout the song emphasizes the longing for shared experiences and moments of joy with a partner. The invitation to dance underneath the sun and the moon implies a desire for a deep, meaningful connection that transcends time and space. The lyrics also encourage self-expression and confidence, as evidenced by the lines "Show it off, show your move/Show them all what you can do," reflecting a celebration of individual talents and abilities.
The mention of burning the night up and lighting up like fireflies suggests a passionate and intense connection between the singer and their dance partner. The idea of taking the fire to higher heights symbolizes a desire to elevate the shared experience and infuse it with even greater energy and excitement. The repeated assertion of wanting to dance with you underscores the singer's genuine enthusiasm and eagerness to connect on a deeper level through the universal language of dance.
Overall, the lyrics of "I Wanna Dance With You" evoke a sense of freedom, joy, and unity through the act of dancing. The song celebrates the beauty of shared moments, self-expression, and the power of music to bring people together. The repeated refrains and energetic rhythm contribute to a feeling of infectious enthusiasm and a desire to connect with others in a meaningful and joyful way.
Writer(s): Stefan Lit, Skylar Astin, Jonathan Robert Hall
Contributed by Caroline G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.