Put Your Lights On

Santana · 1999

12 min · 3 tracks · Latin rock

A vibrant fusion of Latin rhythms and smooth rock melodies, celebrating cultural identity and musical collaboration.

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Put Your Lights On is a single by Santana, released in 1999. A vibrant fusion of Latin rhythms and smooth rock melodies, celebrating cultural identity and musical collaboration. 'Put Your Lights On' is notable for its massive hit 'Smooth,' which topped the Billboard Hot 100 for 12 consecutive weeks, becoming one of the defining songs of the era. The album played a crucial role in revitalizing Santana's career and won multiple Grammy Awards, including Record of the Year for 'Smooth,' highlighting its impact on both pop culture and the music industry. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

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What does Put Your Lights On sound like?

A vibrant fusion of Latin rhythms and smooth rock melodies, celebrating cultural identity and musical collaboration. Rooted in Latin rock.

What makes Put Your Lights On by Santana notable?

'Put Your Lights On' is notable for its massive hit 'Smooth,' which topped the Billboard Hot 100 for 12 consecutive weeks, becoming one of the defining songs of the era. The album played a crucial role in revitalizing Santana's career and won multiple Grammy Awards, including Record of the Year for 'Smooth,' highlighting its impact on both pop culture and the music industry. Released in 1999, 'Put Your Lights On' marked a significant phase in Santana's career as it followed his commercial resurgence with the album 'Supernatural.' This album showcased Santana's ability to blend Latin rock with contemporary influences, featuring collaborations that appealed to a broader audience. It solidified his presence in the late '90s music scene, emphasizing his artistic longevity.

How many songs are on Put Your Lights On?

Put Your Lights On has 3 tracks, running approximately 12 minutes.