First of the Year (Equinox)

Skrillex

About First of the Year (Equinox)

"First of the Year (Equinox)" is a song by American electronic music producer Skrillex. It was released on June 7, 2011 as the lead single from his third EP, More Monsters and Sprites. The song has since become a moderate commercial success, peaking within the charts of the United States, Australia, Canada, Norway and Sweden. A music video directed by Tony Truand, produced by HK Corp, premiered on August 10, 2011, and was nominated at the 54th Grammy Awards for Best Short Form Music Video. The music video was nominated for the MTV Video Music Award for Best Electronic Dance Music Video and it won the award for Best Visual Effects in a Video at 2012 MTV Video Music Awards. 


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2011
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Baby you've got a (ah) ni-ni-nightmare
Baby you've got a nightmare (oh babe)
Baby you've got, a nightmare!
You wait there now babe, oh yeh
Baby you've got a nightm-m-m-mare
Baby you've got a nightmare (oh babe)
Baby you've got, a nightmare!
You wait there now babe, oh yeh

Baby you've got a (ah) ni-ni-nightmare
Baby you've got a nightmare (oh babe)
Baby you've got, a nightmare!
You wait
Call 911 now!

Bass drop. You can have yours!

Bass drop

Bass drop. You can have yours!

Bass drop. You can have yours!

Baby you've got a (ah) ni-ni-nightmare
Baby you've got a nightmare (oh babe)
Baby you've got, a nightmare!
You wait
Call 911 now!
Bass drop. You can have yours!

Bass drop. You can have yours!

Bass drop. You can have yours!

Baby you've got a (ah) ni-ni-nightmare
Baby you've got a nightmare (oh babe)
Baby you've got - a nightmare!
You wait there now babe, oh yeh
Baby you've got a (ah) ni-ni-ninightmare
Baby you've got a nightmare (oh babe)
Baby you've got, a nightmare!
You wait there now babe, oh yeh

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Skrillex

Sonny John Moore (born January 15, 1988), better known by his stage name Skrillex, is an American electronic musician and singer-songwriter. Raised in Northeast Los Angeles and in Northern California, Moore joined the American post-hardcore band From First to Last as the lead singer in 2004, and recorded two studio albums with the band (Dear Diary, My Teen Angst Has a Body Count, 2004, and Heroine, 2006) before leaving to pursue a solo career in 2007. He began his first tour as a solo artist in late 2007. After recruiting a new band lineup, Moore joined the Alternative Press Tour to support bands such as All Time Low and The Rocket Summer, and appeared on the cover of Alternative Press' annual "100 Bands You Need to Know" issue. more »

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Written by: Sonny Moore

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10 facts about this song

Release
"First of the Year (Equinox)" by Skrillex was released on June 7, 2011, as the lead single from his third EP, "More Monsters and Sprites."
Chart Performance
It reached the 72nd position on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and 24th on the UK Singles Chart, making it one of Skrillex's most successful singles to date.
Music Video
The official music video for the song was nominated for Best Visual Effects in the 54th Grammy Awards.
Inspirational Setting
Skrillex, also known as Sonny Moore, was inspired by the changing of seasons, from summer to autumn (equinox), when he wrote and produced the track.
Genre
The song is considered a prime example of Skrillex's style, falling under the genre of dubstep with hints of electronica and electro house.
Musical Elements
The song is renowned for its hard-hitting bass drops and aggressive synth sounds, which are characteristic of Skrillex's music.
Sampling
"First of the Year (Equinox)" samples a vocal clip from a viral video featuring a woman yelling at skaters.
Recognition
The song was nominated for a Grammy for Best Dance Recording in 2012.
Commercial Usage
The track has been used across various advertisements and films, increasing its exposure and popularity.
Live Performances
"First of the Year (Equinox)" has been a highlight in Skrillex's live performances, often sparking a high-energy response from audiences.

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