McMahon announced the moniker in a blog post in July 2014, stating, "as I embark on yet another musical adventure, I will be traveling with my band to many of those same stages, this time as “Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness”. I suppose my wilderness is mostly an abstract one. Since putting Jack’s behind me, I have forced myself into strange spaces seeking new stimulus..."
The first song recorded under the moniker, 'Cecilia and the Satellite', received official radio play on the 17th July 2014. An album is expected to follow.
Stars
Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness Lyrics
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When you asked me to dance
I couldn't answer
But I met you on the floor and we left in a fight
In the cab back home
All I could think about was second chances
And we have skirted lines and endings
You were there in the beginning
I'll be there for what comes after
The stars that fell for you
Left holes in my roof
The stars that fell for you
They fell for you and I'm falling too
They fell for you and I'm falling too
(Stars, stars)
I was looking for a lighter in a bedside drawer
Found a picture and a pack of matches
From another lifetime
Yeah, I'm missing the parade but I'm done with the war
There's a hole in this sweater
You told me that you're gonna patch up
And we have skirted fires and flood planes
We have flirted with disaster
I was there in the beginning
When you were swinging from the rafters
The stars that fell for you
Left holes in my roof
The stars that fell for you
They fell for you and I'm falling too
They fell for you and I'm falling too
(Stars, stars)
A world without color is a world without
A world without color is a world without you
A world without color is a world without
A world without color is a world without
A world without color is a world without you
(Stars, stars)
The stars that fell for you
(The stars that fell for you)
Left holes in my roof
(Stars, stars)
The stars that fell for you
(The stars that fell for you)
They fell for you and I'm falling too
(Stars, stars)
They fell for you and I'm falling too
(The stars that fell for you)
A world without color is a world without (stars, stars)
A world without color is a world without
A world without color is a world without you (the stars that fell for you)
In "Stars," Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness tells the story of a relationship. The song begins with the couple reminiscing about their first meeting at a bar and how they had a fight in a cab on their way back home. A hint of past tensions is also visible when Andrew talks about second chances. In the next part of the song, Andrew uncovers an image of his past life while looking for a lighter in the bedside drawer. He says he misses the parade but is done with the war, reflecting his moving on from the past. Andrew adds that they have faced several obstacles before, including natural disasters but have managed to keep their relationship going. The song talks about the stars that used to fall for the person Andrew was in love with, representing how he used to look up to them, only to fall for them himself.
The lyrics in the chorus convey the depth of Andrew's feelings. The holes in his roof, left by the stars that fell for his love, signify the impact the person had on him. Andrew accepts that he has fallen too, indicating the relationship is mutual. The last few verses of the song talk about how a world without the person would be dull and monotonous. Andrew emphasizes that this person adds color to his life and how his life would be incomplete without them.
Overall, "Stars" by Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness is a heartfelt song that captures the essence of a relationship. It highlights how even the scars of the past cannot stop true love, and how love adds color to life that would otherwise be dull.
Line by Line Meaning
We were holed up in the corner of a cowboy bar
When you asked me to dance
I couldn't answer
But I met you on the floor and we left in a fight
In the cab back home
All I could think about was second chances
We were in a cowboy bar and you asked me to dance. I couldn't reply, but we ended up together on the floor. We left fighting with each other. Then, on our way back home, I was thinking about giving us another chance.
And we have skirted lines and endings
We have flirted with disaster
You were there in the beginning
I'll be there for what comes after
We have tested our limits and gotten close to failure. You were there from the start, and I will support you in the future.
The stars that fell for you
Left holes in my roof
The stars that fell for you
They fell for you, and I'm falling too
They fell for you, and I'm falling too
(Stars, stars)
The stars that were yours have had an impact on my life, leaving me with holes in my roof. Those stars fell for you, and now I'm falling for you too.
I was looking for a lighter in a bedside drawer
Found a picture and a pack of matches
From another lifetime
Yeah, I'm missing the parade, but I'm done with the war
There's a hole in this sweater
You told me that you're gonna patch up
While I was looking for a lighter, I found a picture and matches that reminded me of a different time. I don't need to participate in any more battles, even if that means missing out. You promised to fix the hole in this sweater.
And we have skirted fires and flood planes
We have flirted with disaster
I was there in the beginning
When you were swinging from the rafters
We have danced on volcanoes and stood on flood plains. We have been close to failing. I was there at the start, the moment you started to do crazy things.
A world without color is a world without
A world without color is a world without you
A world without color is a world without
A world without color is a world without
A world without color is a world without you
(Stars, stars)
Without you, the world is dull and colorless. Your presence fills my world with color and life.
The stars that fell for you
(The stars that fell for you)
Left holes in my roof
(Stars, stars)
The stars that fell for you
(The stars that fell for you)
They fell for you, and I'm falling too
(Stars, stars)
They fell for you, and I'm falling too
(The stars that fell for you)
The stars that loved you have impacted me as well, as I now have holes in my roof. The stars fell for you, and I'm also falling for you.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Andrew Ross McMahon, Sammy Witte
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Ferdinand Roques
Such an underrated artist
Jeffrey the Poet
who ever underrates him CLEARLY musta been listening to shit since the 2000s. #SomethingCorporate, #JacksMannequin... my main man right here! one of my biggest influences as a keyboardist and piano rocker as well 🤘
Bugsybug YT
couldnt agree more
Chris
Really though? He's been doing this 20+ years and I think "Cecilia" got a lot of mainstream attention didn't it? Is that really underrated at this point?
Bugsybug YT
@Chris depends on what you think
Ned_Be_Bussin
Says everyone who’s listened to him
Chris
I've been a fan of Andrew since 2004 when I heard SoCo on an artist radio (like Pandora). Somehow I've NEVER seen him live in all these years. Finally get to break that on the 1st and I CANNOT WAIT.
Catrina McPherson
You're in for one of the best nights of your life ♥️
Chris
@Catrina McPherson literally only allowed myself to watch one video (from a few years ago). I'm really high risk for covid and going to a show is not the best idea, but my life is also falling apart and I need SOMETHING. But yeah. Absolutely cannot WAIT. So excited.
Catrina McPherson
@Chris ah man. I'm really sorry to hear that. Sending you love and light. Enjoy yourself at the show and just let yourself go.... his shows are incredible and his fans....some of the best! ♥️ (You may be able to catch him near his tour bus after the show ☺️)