Star Crossed Lovers
Barry Gibb Lyrics
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Waiting to begin
Don′t you know something beautiful has passed you by
Oh star crossed lovers
Too much in love to say goodbye
Star crossed lovers
Waiting to be heard
No we can't be together if we never try
You know I hate to see you cry
I used to hang around
Waiting on the chance
You could be everything to me
But you just turn away
Leading me the dance
I′d be the lonely one inside the sun
Star crossed lovers
Written on the wind
Don't you know something beautiful has passed you by
Oh star crossed lovers
Too much in love to say goodbye
I used to be the judge
I know you were right
We came to feel as lovers do
I knew just looking in
Waiting for the smile
I'd be the lonely one, inside the sun
Star crossed lovers
Never to begin
Don′t you know something beautiful has passed you by
Oh star crossed lovers
Too much in love to say goodbye
Oh star crossed lovers
You know I hate to see you cry
Oh star crossed lovers
Too much in love to say goodbye
The lyrics of Barry Gibb's song "Star Crossed Lovers" depict a bittersweet tale of two individuals who are deeply in love but are unable to be together. The phrase "star crossed lovers" refers to the notion that their love is fated to be doomed or disrupted by external forces beyond their control. The song highlights the theme of missed opportunities and the pain of not being able to fully express their love for one another.
The opening lines, "Star crossed lovers, waiting to begin, don't you know something beautiful has passed you by," suggest that these lovers have missed out on a chance to start their relationship due to circumstances or perhaps their own hesitation. They are too afraid or uncertain to take the leap into a committed relationship, resulting in a missed opportunity for something beautiful.
The chorus reinforces their entangled situation, emphasizing that they are "too much in love to say goodbye." Despite the challenges they face, their love for each other is strong, and they find it hard to let go. The verses allude to the singer's longing for a deeper connection with the other person. They express a willingness to wait and be patient, hoping for a chance to be together.
The lyrics also capture a sense of regret and sadness. The line, "I used to hang around, waiting on the chance, you could be everything to me, but you just turn away, leading me the dance," showcases the singer's frustration at the other person's reluctance to fully commit. There is a feeling of unrequited love, as the singer is the one who ends up feeling lonely and left behind.
In essence, "Star Crossed Lovers" is a poignant reflection on missed opportunities, longing, and the difficulties of love when faced with external obstacles or personal hesitation. It encapsulates the pain of unfulfilled potential and the deep connection that can exist between two people who find themselves unable to be together.
Line by Line Meaning
Star crossed lovers
Two lovers who are destined to face obstacles and difficulties in their relationship.
Waiting to begin
In anticipation of starting their love story.
Don't you know something beautiful has passed you by
You are unaware that you have missed out on a wonderful opportunity or experience.
Oh star crossed lovers
Addressing the two lovers with sympathy and understanding.
Too much in love to say goodbye
Despite the challenges, their love for each other is too strong to end their relationship.
Star crossed lovers
Referring to the two lovers who are destined to face obstacles and difficulties in their relationship.
Waiting to be heard
Yearning for their voices and feelings to be acknowledged and understood.
No we can't be together if we never try
It is impossible for them to be together if they don't make an effort to overcome the obstacles.
Oh star crossed lovers
Addressing the two lovers with sympathy and understanding.
You know I hate to see you cry
Expressing regret and empathy for the sadness and tears of one of the lovers.
I used to hang around
I used to linger or wait patiently.
Waiting on the chance
Waiting for an opportunity or moment to arise.
You could be everything to me
You had the potential to fulfill all my desires and needs.
But you just turn away
But you simply reject or ignore me.
Leading me the dance
You are playing with my emotions and manipulating me.
I'd be the lonely one inside the sun
I would feel isolated and lonely even in the brightest of times.
Star crossed lovers
Referring to the two lovers who are destined to face obstacles and difficulties in their relationship.
Written on the wind
Their love story is uncertain and transient, easily influenced by external factors.
Don't you know something beautiful has passed you by
You are not aware that you have missed a chance to experience something truly wonderful.
Oh star crossed lovers
Addressing the two lovers with sympathy and understanding.
Too much in love to say goodbye
Their love for each other is too deep and strong to end their relationship.
I used to be the judge
I used to pass judgment or make decisions.
I know you were right
I acknowledge that you were correct or justified in your actions or beliefs.
We came to feel as lovers do
We both experienced the emotions and sensations that lovers typically feel.
I knew just looking in
By simply observing or looking at you, I could sense and understand.
Waiting for the smile
Anticipating or longing for a smile from the other person.
I'd be the lonely one, inside the sun
I would feel isolated and lonely even in the brightest and warmest moments.
Star crossed lovers
Referring to the two lovers who are destined to face obstacles and difficulties in their relationship.
Never to begin
Their love story will never have the opportunity to start or fully develop.
Don't you know something beautiful has passed you by
You are not aware that you have missed a chance to experience something truly wonderful.
Oh star crossed lovers
Addressing the two lovers with sympathy and understanding.
Too much in love to say goodbye
Their love for each other is too deep and strong to end their relationship.
Oh star crossed lovers
Addressing the two lovers with sympathy and understanding.
You know I hate to see you cry
Expressing regret and empathy for the sadness and tears of one of the lovers.
Oh star crossed lovers
Addressing the two lovers with sympathy and understanding.
Too much in love to say goodbye
Their love for each other is too deep and strong to end their relationship.
Writer(s): Barry Alan Gibb, Ashley R. Gibb, Stephen T.c. Gibb
Contributed by Hunter B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@hoctroviet
When I grew up in Saigon (Vietnam) in the early 80' under communist ruling, Bee Gees was one of my favorite bands with songs such as How Deep Is Your Love, Tragedy, When Someone Belonging To Someone, Living Eyes, Wildflower, or the songs they wrote for others such as Barbra Streisand and Diana Ross: Woman In Love, Guilty, Chain Reaction, etc.
Well, while the four members of ABBA are still alive but rarely have a union party (let alone play some music!), the Bee Gees from the three brothers now are so sadly down to just one: Barry Gibb. He is such a courageous man, in my mind, by continue to compose and perform new materials, albeit he is now 70 years of age! I'm so moved by his dedication to his passion: music. He lets go of the past - "it's time to grow up" - as he explains in his "behind the scene" video on the meaning of each song.
In the mean time, the two videos "In the Now" and "Star Crossed Lovers" will bring goose bumps to his fans, because the familiar Bee Gees musical traits are still there, but in a more modernized way, making very much sense to the baby boomers and the X-gen like myself more now so. His songs will bring to his fans not only nostalgic feelings about the past, but also give them more strength to live in the future, by successive "in the now", one step at a time. Wow, this is Zen though the mind of Barry Gibb!
They say tomorrow is another day
I'm only here in the now In my heart
In my soul
In the now
(Barry Gibb)
@charchar4907
This song had to be written for star crossed lovers everywhere. It makes me happy and grateful that Barry and his brothers were the ones to do it for us.
@Soulsinger96
My goodness, he just keeps writing beautiful songs and then singing them as noone else could! God bless you, Barry!
@gentleman593
Hi Jane 👋 how are you doing ☺
@paulwaymondo7568
Today's artists can't write melodies anywhere near as good as this. A true class act.
@renatalimarzi
paul Wainman I totally agree with you!! This is REAL talent and pure soul
@jodevries5801
I agree also, so beautiful💞
@helainenatko
Beautiful scenery , lovely song. Pretty sunset ❤
@helainenatko
You still have it Barry .song is beautiful & romantic ❤
@helainenatko
Beautiful song❤
@fredericfca6611
No one is able nowadays to write a beautiful song like that . Barry is and will be one of the best songwritter on earth