In 1977, Haslam began her solo career with her album Annie in Wonderland, produced by Roy Wood who played most of the musical instruments, and who also duetted with her on one track, and also performed on the Intergalactic Touring Band album. Haslam and Wood were engaged to be married for four years, which she later described as "Four of the funniest years of my life". She has since released eight studio albums, three of which were released through her own record label, White Dove. She has also collaborated with Steve Howe on a number of projects.
In 1993 she was diagnosed with breast cancer, which she survived and which became the inspiration for her 1994 album, Blessing in Disguise.
Her 2006 Live Studio Concert, was also released as her first solo DVD. Haslam released an EP called Night and Day, her first solo recording for some years, with Welsh rock band Magenta in 2006.
Haslam currently resides in Central Bucks County, Pennsylvania.
Wishing on a Star
Annie Haslam Lyrics
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To follow where you are
I'm wishing on a dream
To follow what it means
I'm wishing on a star
To follow where you are
I'm wishing on a dream
And I wish on all the rainbows that I see
I wish on all the people who really dream
And I'm wishing on tomorrow praying never comes
And I'm wishing on all the loving we've never done
I never thought I'd see
A time when you would be
So far away from home
So far away from me
Just think of all the moments that we'd spent
I just can't let you go from me you were meant
And I didn't mean to hurt you but I know
That in the game of love you reap what you sow
I feel it's time we should make up baby
I feel it's time for us to get back together
And make the best of things oh baby
When we're together whether or never
I feel it's time we should make up baby
I feel it's time for us to get back together
And make the best of things oh baby
When we're together whether or never
I'm wishing on a star
To follow where you are
I'm wishing on a dream
To follow what it means
And I wish on all the rainbows that I see
And I wish on all the people we've ever been
And I'm hoping on all the days to come and days to go
And I'm hoping on days of loving you so
I'm wishing on a star
I'm wishing on all the rainbows that I see
I'm wishing on a star
Star
Star
The song "Wishing on a Star" by Annie Haslam is an emotional ballad about longing for someone who is far away. The repetition of the lines "I'm wishing on a star to follow where you are" and "I'm wishing on a dream to follow what it means" show the strong desire to be with this person and to understand the meaning behind their absence. The lyrics also express a sense of regret for past mistakes and a hope for reconciliation. The line "And I didn't mean to hurt you but I know that in the game of love you reap what you sow" acknowledges the role both parties play in a relationship and the consequences that come with it.
The lyrics also include a sense of hope and optimism, with mentions of rainbows and prayers for a better future. The line "I'm hoping on days of loving you so" emphasizes the desire for a happy ending and the importance of the love shared between the two individuals.
Overall, the song is a powerful expression of love and longing, capturing the universal feeling of missing someone and hoping for a happy ending.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm wishing on a star
I desire to reach for you, even if it means going beyond my limits
To follow where you are
To be close to you, wherever you are, and experience everything with you
I'm wishing on a dream
I am associating my aspirations with my unconscious thoughts, hoping that they both come true simultaneously
To follow what it means
To understand the true purpose behind my desires and dig deeper to find what really matters in life
And I wish on all the rainbows that I see
I am attaching my hopes and desires to every colorful moment that I witness, trying my best to make them come true
I wish on all the people who really dream
I support and pray for all individuals who dare to dream big, hoping that our combined energy and positivity contributes to their success
And I'm wishing on tomorrow praying never comes
I have certain fears and doubts about the future, but I am hoping that they never come true and I can live in the present moment with you
And I'm wishing on all the loving we've never done
I am regretful for all the times we could have shared our love and affection but didn't, hoping we can make up for them in the future
I never thought I'd see
I am bewildered and amazed by the turn of events in our lives
A time when you would be
A time when you would be so far away from me and things would be so different
So far away from home
I miss our happy times, and how you made me feel at home with you
So far away from me
I miss you, how you touched my heart, and how I felt so comfortable around you
Just think of all the moments that we'd spent
I look back at all the cherished memories and times we had together, and wish we could have more of them
I just can't let you go from me you were meant
I find it hard to move on from you, feeling that you were meant to be a part of my life, and I was meant to be a part of yours
And I didn't mean to hurt you but I know
I admit my mistake in hurting you unintentionally, realizing that it took a toll on our relationship
That in the game of love you reap what you sow
I understand that love is also about responsibility and accountability, and it is important to take equal charge in a relationship
I feel it's time we should make up baby
I am optimistic that we can make up for the lost time, and revive our relationship
I feel it's time for us to get back together
I genuinely want to reconcile our differences, forgive each other, and start afresh
And make the best of things oh baby
I wish to make the most of every given opportunity, and cherish every moment we spend together
When we're together whether or never
I acknowledge that our relationship can have its ups and downs, but I am determined to make it work, with you by my side
And I'm hoping on all the days to come and days to go
I am looking forward to every new day, filled with hope, optimism and new opportunities to grow our relationship stronger
And I'm hoping on days of loving you so
I wish to have a fruitful and satisfying relationship with you, each day filled with an abundance of love and affection
I'm wishing on a star
I desire to reach for you, even if it means going beyond my limits
I'm wishing on all the rainbows that I see
I am attaching my hopes and desires to every colorful moment that I witness
I'm wishing on a star
I desire to reach for you, even if it means going beyond my limits
Star
The song ends with the repetition of the word 'Star', signifying the high hopes, aspirations, and romantic dreams of the singer.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: BILLIE RAE CALVIN
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