Decode - Paramore

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"Decode" is a song by American rock band Paramore for the soundtrack of the 2008 romantic fantasy film Twilight. It was written by group members Hayley Williams, Josh Farro, and Taylor York. The song was first made available October 1, 2008 through Twilight author Stephenie Meyer's website. "Decode" was promoted to American modern rock radio by Fueled by Ramen and impacted on October 21, 2008, serving as the soundtrack's lead single. It is also included as a bonus track on the international version of Paramore's third studio album, Brand New Eyes (2009). "Decode" was an international commercial success, charting in the top 20 of the singles charts in Australia, France, and New Zealand, as well as earning the band their second top 40 hit on the Billboard Hot 100. The song was certified Platinum in the United States on February 16, 2010, selling over 1,000,000 copies. It was also nominated for a Grammy Award in 2010 in the category of Best Song Written for a Motion Picture, Television or Other Visual Media. more »

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Paramore

Paramore is an American rock band from Franklin, Tennessee, formed in 2004. The band currently consists of lead vocalist Hayley Williams, drummer Zac Farro, and guitarist Taylor York. The group released its debut album All We Know Is Falling in 2005, and its second album Riot! in 2007, which was certified Platinum in the US and The Republic of Ireland and Gold in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, and the UK. Brand New Eyes, Paramore's third album, was released in 2009 and is the band's highest charting album to date, going platinum in the UK and the Republic of Ireland and gold in the US, Canada, Australia and New Zealand. more »

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Origins "Decode" was co-written by Paramore band members: Hayley Williams, Josh Farro, and Taylor York.

Soundtrack Contribution This song was specifically written for the Twilight franchise and was featured on the soundtrack for the first movie, released in 2008.

Capturing the Theme The lyrics of "Decode" are meant to capture the confusion and frustration of Bella Swan, the main character in Twilight, as she tries to understand her feelings for Edward Cullen, a vampire.

Billboard Success "Decode" reached number 33 on the Billboard Hot 100 Chart and number one on Hot 100 Airplay.

Grammy Nomination In 2010, "Decode" was nominated for a Grammy Award in the category of Best Song Written for Visual Media.

Gold and Platinum Certifications This song earned the band a platinum certification in the United States and gold certifications in both Australia and New Zealand.

Music Video The music video for "Decode" was directed by Shane Drake and alternated between shots of the band playing in the rain and clips from the movie.

First Single "Decode" was the first single released from the Twilight soundtrack album and marked the introduction to a popular, new cinematic universe.

Dedicated Fans The song's lyrics were revealed in a digital strip search by dedicated fans ahead of the song's release.

Performance Style "Decode" is often performed live with an extended guitar solo toward the end, showcasing the instrumental talents of the band members.

Broadening Audience This song and its association with the Twilight franchise helped Paramore reach a wider audience and contributed significantly to their international popularity.

Expanded Edition A version of "Decode" was also included in an expanded edition of Paramore's second studio album, "Riot!".

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