About 'Cameo'

Cameo is a song about someone who is tired of only being wanted when somebody else needs something, and they've been pushed to their limits of being used. This is emphasised in the song in the repetition of the chorus lyrics "You can't rent my heart" as a clear indication of a refusal to be used anymore.

The line "Don't be the cameo forever" is a desire for a more significant role in this person's life. And this person has become tired of being a minor character who only appears when they're needed for something.

Overall, this song is about setting boundaries in a relationship and having the strength to stand up for yourself. This is a clear indication that they're not going to let this person use them anymore, and that they're ready to move on if they're not willing to give them a more significant role in their life.

"A dreamy-eyed tale about not settling for being someone’s stopgap in a relationship that’s clearly going nowhere, but meanwhile playing a brief cameo in their life whilst they pursue better things." - Simon Middleton

The single was recorded at the renowned Air Studios in Hampstead, London. The studio has a rich recording history and has hosted recording sessions for many iconic artists, including Paul McCartney, Adele, Coldplay, U2, Muse, George Michael, Kate Bush, Liam Gallagher, David Gilmour, Mumford & Sons, Scott Walker, The Jam and Katy Perry among the many artists to have recorded there.

Laurence 'Loz' Anslow, who has worked with artists such as Paul McCartney, Mumford & Sons, Muse, and Coldplay, produced, engineered, and mixed the single.

Single Credits for 'Cameo'

Simon Middleton - Vocals/Keys/Synths.

Eamonn Dawe - Guitars/Bass.

Andrew Gallop - Drums/Percussion.

Recorded at Air Studios, Hampstead, London.

Produced by Laurence Anslow.

Mixed by Laurence Anslow at Air Studios London.

Mastered at Air Studios by Ray Staff & Cicely Balston.

Artwork by Eamonn Dawe.

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