A Star Is Born
Alan Menken Lyrics


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Gonna shout it from the mountaintops
A star is born
It's a time for pulling out the stops
A star is born
Honey, hit us with a hallelu'
The kid came shining through
Girl, sing the song
Come blow your horn
A star is born

He's a hero who can please the crowd
A star is born
Come on everybody shout out loud
A star is born
Just remember in the darkest hour
Within your heart's the power
For making you
A hero too
So don't lose hope when you're forlorn
Just keep your eyes upon the skies
Every night a star is
Right in sight a star is
Burning bright a star is born

Like a beacon in the cold dark night
A star is born
Told ya everything would turn out right
A star is born
Just when everything was all at sea
The boy made history
The bottom line
He sure can shine
His rising sign is
Capricorn
He knew "how to"
He had a clue
Telling you a star is born

Here's a hero who can please the crowd
A star is born
Come on everybody shout out loud
A star is born
Just remember in the darkest hour
Within your heart's the power
For making you
A hero too
So don't lose hope when you're forlorn
Just keep your eyes upon the skies
Every night a star is




Right in sight a star is
Burning bright a star is born

Overall Meaning

The chorus of “A Star Is Born” by Alan Menken announces the arrival of a new talent. The singer exclaims that they're going to “shout it from the mountaintops” because a “star” has been born. They encourage the rising artist to “sing their song” and “blow their horn” while celebrating their arrival. The song continues on about the artist being a “hero” and “pleasing the crowd”. The lyrics suggest that the world is a better place now that the artist is here to share their talents. They celebrate this new arrival as a beacon of hope in a “cold dark night” and “everything is turning out right” now that they have arrived. The song is a celebration of hope, perseverance, and the power of an artist to inspire others.


Line by Line Meaning

Gonna shout it from the mountaintops
I am going to proclaim this news loudly and enthusiastically


A star is born
A new, talented individual has emerged and will soon become famous


It's a time for pulling out the stops
This is a moment to go all out and give it our best shot


Honey, hit us with a hallelu'
Sing us a joyful, triumphant song


The kid came shining through
The new talent truly shone and impressed everyone


Girl, sing the song
Female singer, express your excitement through song


Come blow your horn
Celebrate and make noise, show enthusiasm


He's a hero who can please the crowd
This individual is a talented and charismatic performer who can entertain and satisfy the audience


Just remember in the darkest hour
Even during difficult times, don't forget that you have the power to triumph


Within your heart's the power
All of the strength and determination you need resides within yourself


So don't lose hope when you're forlorn
Do not despair or give up when things seem hopeless


Just keep your eyes upon the skies
Look up in optimism and hope, keep a positive outlook


Every night a star is
Every night there are new, talented people emerging


Right in sight a star is
A new, promising talent can be seen on the horizon


Burning bright a star is born
A new, shining star has been born and will shine for all to see


Like a beacon in the cold dark night
This new talent shines brightly amidst difficulty and adversity


Told ya everything would turn out right
As previously predicted, everything will work out favorably


Just when everything was all at sea
Even though things were uncertain or confused, this new talent became the exception


The boy made history
This individual has made a significant impact and will be remembered for their achievements


The bottom line
The main point or essential truth is


He sure can shine
This new talent has a natural radiance and ability to impress


His rising sign is Capricorn
This individual was born under the zodiac sign of Capricorn


He knew "how to"
This individual had a special skill or talent that set them apart from others


He had a clue
This individual had a natural understanding or talent that helped them succeed


Telling you a star is born
I am letting you know that a talented new person has emerged and become famous




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