Matchbox Twenty - Bright Lights (MTV Hard Rock) [Live]

The live performance of "Bright Lights" by Matchbox Twenty from the album 'More Than You Think You Are' on VH1 Storytellers.
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Formed in Florida, alternative rock band Matchbox Twenty consists of Rob Thomas, Brian Yale, Paul Doucette, and Kyle Cook. The group signed with Atlantic Records in 1995, creating four studio albums including 12x platinum ’Yourself or Someone Like You’ and 4x platinum ’Mad Season’. The band’s debut album spawned the hit singles "Push," "3AM,” "Real World," "Long Day,” and "Back 2 Good” and continued to spit out hits such as "Bent," "Unwell," "If You're Gone," "Bright Lights" and "Disease."
In addition to more than 30 million records sold worldwide, Matchbox Twenty headlined six different tours and has earned many honors, including five Grammy nominations, four American Music Award nods, the 2004 People’s Choice Award for “Favorite Musical Group”, and they were named “Best New Band” in the 1997 Rolling Stone Readers Poll.
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[@drewreid9112]

Rob Thomas is one of the greatest live artists of all time

[@af7748]

Word.

[@donniedailey6226]

I love him

[@lisaevans1346]

Great live, recorded, it doesn't matter! The Best! Saw him in Dallas Texas with matchbox, then live solo. Don't know which was beat, both were SO awesome!!!

[@cindys3006]

It's real talent when they sound great live!

[@normanhowe4938]

Ikr..you could play this an the album side by side and it wouldn't miss a beat.

[@VanessaCarrMusic]

In my opinion, this is the BEST Matchbox Twenty song.

[@NikoXC08]

3am and Real World are great, and never fail to get me going. But, “Bright Lights” and “If You’re Gone” hit me on another level

[@VanessaCarrMusic]

@@NikoXC08 yes! I agree. If You're Gone is another favorite. Have you ever heard the acoustic version? I think it was VH1 Storytellers? Just beautiful.

[@NikoXC08]

@@VanessaCarrMusic awhile ago I saw an acoustic version of him performing it, and talking about the meaning of the song. Maybe that was it? That dude has gotta be a heart throb for any woman who grew up with his music 😂

[@VanessaCarrMusic]

@@NikoXC08 haha. True! That could have been it. I am seeing them all together in June. I am looking forward to it!

[@victoriamichael4785]

❤

[@claytonoakley8677]

Rob Thomas is one of the best singers of my generation he sounds just as good live. Hopefully he will get a hall of fame induction one day

[@BigManBoss8]

In my opinion…the greatest Matchbox Twenty song ever.

[@ChidOki]

So true. To me, it’s one of the greatest songs of the 2000’s, period. it really is under appreciated.

[@lisagenerationx9379]

ROB!!! THIS SONG!!! The piano. The singing. The guitar. The drumming. The bass. The band. The total performance 🔥✨FREAKIN EXCEPTIONAL!!!✨🔥

[@melissabass1430]

And the live version being as good as the album version?? Fantastic!!!

[@jerrylarobis1978]

Ueep

[@andreworth8493]

🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@LsaLopz]

@@jerrylarobis1978 x n

[@kentuckynanasaves1903]

Yessir, he is Amazing, n still got his words n talent to every song he sings , burning 🎵🎶🎵 on my heart 💙❤️💙 Everytime I hear em 😇 He's the most unique , angel given voice n artist out there 😜💭💯❣️

[@troydorr4867]

He's one of those artist who sounds ever better live!!

[@mariannesigley9086]

Hi do know what year this concert was ?

[@calixohiggins9843]

Rob's piano composition skills and live playing singing with so much intensity is damn impressive.

[@js4702]

He puts so much emotion in every song...he means what he says. Love him so much!

[@CherylPrevite]

💯 %

[@VivaLaDnDLogs]

Even more impressive, this is usually the song he ends shows with! So even after everything he's poured out for 20 songs, he still has this much left in the tank for "Bright Lights"!

[@JenniferLeigh-eo2fv]

He really does he is so Intense

[@TruthToTheWicked]

They kinda saved my life... Went through some very troubled times but their songs helped me through them

[@onceuponanexploration6048]

Y esp. Back to good.

[@DarkMadamX83]

Same

[@TheRambler]

I'm 99 years old, this is one of the most beautiful song I've ever heard! Matchbox 20 ROCKS.

[@pepsiyummie1]

What? That is the coolest post I’ve ever seen. I think you ROCK!❤

[@MarkArch-of6ho]

​@@pepsiyummie1😢hu

[@massenafc]

I saw them last weekend and am still in awe. still find myself with music from that night bouncing around in my head. I have listened to them since I can remember listening to music as a youngin. Long Day was the first song I heard from them and its been game over since. This, over the years, has become one of my all time favorites, not just by them but in general and let me tell you, they did not disappoint on any song. blessed to have witnessed them live.

[@OgiesDad]

Fuckin incredible performance. There’s a reason they were mega stars in their prime. So many hits.

[@michellebarnes1063]

This song still gives me chills

[@poybash20]

Seriously, Matchbox 20 is one of the most best sounding band in live performance. Watching them live was just like listening to the studio version. Greatest band ever.

[@user-he9ew6sn9g]

They sound as they are because nothing fake added in, their naturals.. there are very few..

[@michaeldelancellotti9190]

Rob Thomas is a musical god. One of my favorite songs

[@thespeedracer5772]

Holy hell, this is an absolutely blazing performance. Rob's a superstar *_musician_* who must hail f/a distant star system given his *_live performer chops_* ... *AND* is, objectively, one of, if not *the* most accomplished *_songwriters_* of this genre. Ever.

[@christielypka9847]

I saw him in concert last night and he was amazing. I would definitely go see him again.

[@kskufan]

I had the biggest crush on him (back in the day) & still do.

[@wendykennedy5371]

Saw them in early 2000's. Amazing. This man is so talented. ❤

[@arabibattery6951]

This man is a performer. I’ve seen him live servers times over the past ~20 years. The man works. He never sells you short.

[@MsAudreyKEvans]

One of the best "live" performances I have seen. And I am 67.

[@clovislanda4849]

When in an interview, Rob said this was his favorite song to preform live. I see why. Such charisma. I absolutely love this band, but most importantly Rob. Thank you for getting me through the loss of my dad - - keep up the good work.

[@Victoria-yp5us]

This band and Rob are all awesome! Love this song!

[@richardmcdonald6237]

It's a very rare talent to sound as good or better live as you do in the studio.

[@susansimpson72]

I swear I'm addicted to this song & video! Idk how many times I have watched! Over 300x in the last couple months 🤦🏻‍♀️😜 it is perfect! Rob is fucking epic! ✨🌟

[@danahamilton4667]

Yesss! And he kills it in this particular video.👆🏼❤️😱

[@tinamarietaylor3346]

Sooo addicted to this song!!!!

[@susansimpson72]

@@tinamarietaylor3346 no doubt 😁 thanks for a reminder to watch for the 500th time Lol 😆🤘🏼🔆❤️💯

[@susansimpson72]

@@danahamilton4667 yes he does 🔥🔥🔥

[@JoeG322]

me too

[@tinamarietaylor3346]

I saw them 1999 in a small venue but had never heard him alone with his piano until that night and I was just blown away.i liked Matchbox 20 before that but hearing him alone with his piano changed life as I knew it lol I fell in love with him as a musician and his true talent.Bright Lights will always be my favorite Matchbox 20 song

[@yogeshbhandari1040]

This is fukin beautiful, I could not differentiate between original and this one ! Rob Thomas is a genuine Rock star , he needs more praise !

[@dancefitnesswithjennifer8146]

OMG one of THE BEST freaking songs by one of THE BEST bands EVER!!!

[@chrisfrye3707]

Right?! I come here atleast a week to lay in nostalgia

[@debrabalser697]

Someone should really recognize this bands talent and amazing lyrics

[@tracyboles107]

My and I daughter seen this great band back when daughter was in 8th grade , this was her concert at palace in Auburn hills Michigan, she is now 32 years old and we both love listening..... thank you

[@blondieamy75]

Where do you guys live? I live in Michigan too.

[@tracyboles107]

@@blondieamy75 hello suburbs of Detroit , where are you located

[@tracyboles107]

@Robert Kelly Thomas always a Fan

[@tracyboles107]

@Robert Kelly Thomas your email address didn’t work to chat

[@user-tt4up4on8v]

I love this version. Matchbox puts on a helluva show !! 💜

[@waltermameli2026]

When watching Matchbox 20 you feel them.....no higher musical compliment can be paid.....

[@RetroRickey]

One of my favorite songs by these guys. I was friends with Robs mom, Mamie. She was a hoot. I met Rob once and unfortunately it was at her funeral. Very nice and humble guy.

[@sherriestratton3332]

Awesome band!!;Every song they sing u feel something u connect somehow!!!

[@mindybondell9999]

He's so intense on the piano..wow. Brings back such great memories..

[@johndidomenico6558]

One if not the best closing or ending of a lost love song I have ever heard. Top Marks for sure!!!

[@michellemullins8141]

When he sings it's always a personal story that hits me and fits me 🙃

[@andrewblack5203]

His lyrics and voice are amazing then you throw in his live shows and you have a true performer who doesn't disappoint!

[@bethgrimes7293]

Love this song!! All of Robs songs r great. Magnificent voice. Remarkable!!!! Wow ‼️‼️👍😀😘

[@blondieamy75]

This band, and especially Rob, will always have my heart. They do not get enough credit. Amazing.

[@nwhyxix8515]

Please get ahold of me....i know this sounds crazy...but someone is trying to reach u ...

[@freedom4mealways]

Two decades ago Bright Lights hit the music scene! Matchbox 20 really ruled with music like that!

[@adkchappy3032]

And yet some people think Matchbox 20 is lame. This band rocks.

[@Sub2_EvocativeLofiandHiphop]

Saw them live 12 times, absolutely flawless.

[@JustVisiting]

Great performance. Back in the days when MTV was worth watching.

[@noelquinones8836]

Hey "kids nowadays" this is what you call a live concert. No autotunes,no shit phones flashing. God i miss these stuffs!

[@rustyduet5217]

Perfectly worded.

[@rachelmullins6825]

I love your voice I'd love even more yo see you in concert

[@BirdDogey1]

Frampton doesn't allow cell phone use during shows. Wish more performers banned them.

[@tamaraquinn4158]

+5!.@@, i asi@@rustyduet5217 ...@/@@/

[@lisastratter9845]

*\0/**\0/**\0/**\0:-(:-(:-(:-(:-(:-((+_+)>......

[@korpsebride3747]

owe them my life. 2 years ago i went though a rough pregnancy and delivery, a few of their songs were the only way i could get kick counts and get my baby to eat. She stayed in the nicu for 3 months. now she is almost 3 and loves to dance to them

[@abubakarhimself]

Thats an amazing story. Hope all is well with your daughter.

[@TylerCassidyMusic1990]

👏

[@traddcrawford7473]

Korpse Bride I love it when your life us so connected to music!!! My dad died when I was 13, everytime i hear a certain Fleetwood Mac song, I think of him!!

[@MATT-em1tn]

MB20 always helps through the tougher times , 3am acoustic on piano just rob is one of the best will take ur heart anywhere

[@scottbuckley5921]

That's awesome . So happy for you two.

[@americangirl-]

This song is dedicated 2 my beautiful brother & sister-in-law died recently from an Fentanyl overdose...I miss my beautiful brother & sister in law...✌❤🌎

[@kimberlyshepley5924]

I'm in awe of rob thomas ❤ what a talent

[@margaretsalisbury5420]

ROB THOMAS IS THE BEST 💙

[@ivyanderson2428]

Super sexy and talented

[@christys8445]

Ditto

[@parkjimley5653]

yeah my mom lenar love him so much

[@patriciathomas7169]

😍💝💜💚💕😍

[@projectw.a.a.p.f.t.a.d7762]

This one and others from matchbox 20 were definitely a reminder as you tough through breakups. Looking back, I've got so many scares now, but I never lost my ability to love. This world has away of changing you, don't let it. At least not in a negative way!!!

[@patricklaurence6898]

Bloody love Rob. Always puts an incredible amount of energy into his performances. Awesome musician and song writer. Hands down my favourite song of his and matchbox 20’s

[@oldtimer2918]

Rob Thomas is incredible in my years listening to rock, all these new bands 80s 90s 2000, M box got it down.

[@Dshizzle78]

Rob Thomas is so underrated. Amazing musician, even better song writer

[@elijahfrake6477]

Rob Thomas is one of a kind.. this guy is a God amongst mortals... let that city spit you out for God sakes turn around...

[@killuamybb6411]

Why are they so underrated mann

[@gilbyblue7858]

I fucking love this band. One of the best bands on this planet without a doubt.

[@danisullivan1861]

I love you Rob Thomas you rock my friend

[@bilyerkriscos9301]

There my Fav forever they've done more for me then any other music ever Robs the man

[@jaycejones4173]

Some things in this world; they don't make sense!

[@lisaevans9489]

I don't know!!!! Seen them twice in concert don't understand!

[@deadlyalliance8281]

This was absolutely electric. Great build up ending with off the charts energy.

[@parasyte3112]

Let that city take you in, let that city spit you out. What vocals

[@holasusana4611]

Can't wait to see them live in a few weeks

[@docholiday13]

Rob is one of the greatest raw emotion performers ever. I think he added some extra to this cause they knew they were filming, but, Ive also seen him live when they weren't. It's not much different.

[@aquirkycrafter3837]

One of the most passionate performers I've ever seen. And compassionate.

[@susanwallace507]

Saw them in Concert,,, They fukken ROCK!!!!

[@bp4968]

Rob Thomas is very underrated

[@johnragsdale9356]

Loved this song when I was on the road. It kept me motivated to do my job and get back to my fiance. Years pass and my then fiance is now my wife. She sat by my side while I was in a coma. Waking from that slumber was the worst day of my life. Fought a funky depression for weeks. This song motivated me in rehab to walk again. Love this freaking song

[@jeremyfoster8820]

You life in every song

[@janicewilliams7222]

I love rob. Yeahhhhhh ❤️❤️🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥. Seen him many times over the years❤️🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@lisaevans1346]

They just cancelled show in Texas for this summer, til 2022. That's alright...seen him twice will be there in 2022!!

[@stephaniesimons4882]

STILL HERE!! LOVE YOU MB20 😏😏 9/15/23

[@douglaslang2218]

Rob’s songs helped me get through many dark relationship days in my 20’s… one emotion is still stuck in Mesa, AZ. Miss her…

[@cherylpagan8559]

Been a Matchbox Twenty fan for 25 years....one of my favorite songs. Kyle is "bad ass" on the guitar & Rob is awesome on the piano. Matchbox Twenty & Rob Thomas is my favorite band & soloist of all times.

[@flarellafy4514]

Been listening since my junior high... I love u Rob!!!!

[@lindachristiansen9271]

Love matchbox Twenty and Rob Thomas is amazing! So talented 👏❤

[@rparpartschantz]

I absolutely love Rob Thomas voice. He sounds so true in this video. I hope to see more of you singing in 2023 and 2024. Thank you for a great performance. ❤❤❤❤❤

[@belang85]

That guitar solo!!!!! AMAZING!!!!!!

[@angelmeyers1455]

WOW!😀💃🙆👏🙌👏💃 THANK YOU, for literally transcending my being far above the perils and pitfalls of the earthly realm! Rob and his band mates are phenomenal and this performance first commands my full attention, then proceeds to take me away, from any trouble..come what may. Something so small as a song in the heart is the light for our darkest days and we shine our light, so bright...the darkness goes away...

[@sandrachristie3347]

I had tickets to see them and couldn't go! Have regretted it ever since!

[@shaunaleecopeland1007]

I am hooked on Rob Thomas and Matchbox Twenty! Would have loved to see you in concert! Stay Safe

[@debbieweeks4178]

Love his vibe! Very underated performer. ♥️

[@RE-LOOIE]

2:30 Could listen/watch this part on repeat for ever. SO good.

[@pamnichols7877]

Amen!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@scottmack3175]

Rob Thomas and Matchbox 20 are awesome

[@stevenfrye7967]

I saw them live a few years ago, and man they really brought it!! So much energy that night!! Definitely one of the best shows I ever saw live!!!

[@pennyburger3772]

I've want to thank Rob and MB20 for helping me thru one of the hardest thing in my life I've been going through! I can get lost in all of their performances and forget the issues of my life right now! Love You Guys!

[@grahamerosewarne6656]

Every one of their songs can relate to any person who truly appreciates Matchbox 20. 💯👏🤘,3am is my song 👍💔

[@dalecrisi434]

Yes

[@user-os4sz4su3z]

Going to see them tonight…love Rob!!!

[@Chubb762]

One of the greatest live acts you will ever see Saw him solo and with Matchbox 20 and I feel blessed to have those memories. What an incredible vocalist and song writer. Don't think he ever got the game he deserved. He is an all time great performer in my eyes. He sounds exactly the same in person.

[@HTL2614]

They're SO good live. Rob is extremely talented

[@cindysemblante4411]

I have a chronic kidney disease which limits my activities. This band their music helps to fill my days with smiles and good vibes. Seeing them perform is on my bucket list

[@katdoherty8426]

Happy Birthday SEAN 🎁🎀🎇🎂💝🥳🎈

[@austinstokke1548]

Man the 90s/00s were just something else

[@crystalthornton2528]

So right Rob Thomas is one of the greatest songwriters of our generation

[@joellemccraney2691]

He has a passion for Evey song he preforms I'm so in love

[@teganboundy9263]

God damn, I love how you can see how into the song Rob is, like he's really having trouble sitting still and just playing the piano. His legs are constantly moving.

[@ccoran]

Here in 2018...this is Rob Thomas at his finest...his song from last year "Pieces" is my fav song...btw been a fan since you started..Back To Good was my fav song for many years! xo

[@Skiddy622]

My favorite song from Matchbox Twenty. This is the one song I would have loved to see an official video for, but this performance is awesome.

[@deirdrecochran4160]

WHAT A VOICE ---- CHILLS

[@michellewingerter6493]

2021 and very much looking forward to seeing them for the 3rd time this year!

[@jessicamecklenburg5150]

Saw them live in August! Bucket list ✔️ I've been to many concerts over the years, this was by far the greatest!

[@joedavis1404]

A live performance like this…pure artistic energy is at the very least a gift to the rest of us, from the gifted. 🙏

[@laceyhollins4013]

2021 and this song still soothes my soul.

[@alexanderdavis9636]

2022

[@cricketlou]

It’s always amazing to me how bands just come together and have that absolute incredible magic! How does that even happen?

[@sweet2bme40]

Look how much fun their having. Now that's talent!!!!!!

[@willythehero88]

Just love the opening on the piano, how this jam builds up and all the energy and passion on the stage! They sure got their money's worth and then some! :-)

[@carpediem4887]

A great show no doubt

[@randomgaygirl]

Damn he's so good!!

[@user-nb8lu8mm1v]

Rob Thomas....is the most incredible sound writers artist and vocalist ever period..fuckin incredible ❤

[@danisullivan1861]

I love you Rob .❤️