Summer 2001: On the Nuremberg based Downbeat/Lounge/Nu Jazz Label STEREO DELUXE the group BOOZOO BAJOU released their 10 track debut album SATTA. Since 1997 the duo Peter Heider and Florian Seyberth aka BOOZOO BAJOU caught the eye of DJ's and other hipsters through the release of three twelve inch records (Night over Manaus, Under my Sensi, and Divers) which brought a whole lot of club-play and smaller notification all over the world. Two years later SATTA has sold more than 65.000 times all over the world excluding bootlegs which surfaced in such strange places as Thailand. The album has turned into a classic and is described as a milestone for the downbeat scene. Those 10 tracks from SATTA can now be found on more than 120 CD compilations worldwide and the music was used on half a dozen top class tv adverts.
After bringing BOOZOO BAJOU on the road by dj'ing all over the world in 2002 the group got lots of requests for a compilation CD of their favourite tracks by other artists. Subsequently they released JUKE JOINT, a 20 piece mix compilation in spring 2003 which again got a worldwide positive feedback especially due to the wooden box which was the packaging for the limited edition.
During 2003 BOOZOO BAJOU played a whole lot of live DJ shows (for example with The Cinematic Orchestra in Berlin or at Vienna's Dubclub) and did a few more remixes for Tony Joe White, Henry Mancini, and Nelly Furtado.
Star
Boozoo Bajou Lyrics
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Are you solid as a rock?
Have you a strong foundation
Or can your soul be bought
It ain't true that
Everybody's got a price
I sing this song for everyone
Who stands up for their rights
Every brother is a star
Every sister is a star
Every brother is a star
Every sister is a star
Sister Rosa, Malcolm X, and Dr king
Showed we got power, showed the changes we could bring
To change society, you have got to change the law
Their bodies may be gone but their spirits still live on
Every brother is a star
Every sister is a star
Every brother is a star
Every sister is a star
Rebels souls!
For the dreamers, rebels souls and future days
Be brave and strong, keep keeping on,
be conscious in the chaos
Queen of England, there's no greater anarchist
One mans freedom fighter is another's terrorist
Every brother is a star
Every sister is a star
Every brother is a star
Every sister is a star
Every brother is a star
Every sister is a star
Every brother is a star
Every sister is a star
The lyrics of Boozoo Bajou's song 'Star' talks about the strength and resilience of every individual. The song challenges listeners to reflect on their values and their foundation. The first verse questions if one's soul can be bought, and whether they have a solid foundation or not. The song then touches on the idea that everybody has a price, but it's not true. The chorus emphasizes the notion that every individual is a star, including brothers and sisters.
The second verse mentions historical figures like Sister Rosa, Malcolm X, and Dr. King, who have shown the power of bringing about change in society. The verse highlights that to change society, one must change the law, and although these figures' bodies may be gone, their spirits still live on. The song portrays them as stars who have made history.
The last part of the song includes the message of Rebels souls, dreamers, and conscious individuals who need to be brave and remain strong, even during chaos. The song questions the idea of one's freedom fighter being another's terrorist, emphasizing that Queen of England is the most significant anarchist. The chorus then repeats the message that every brother and sister is a star, irrespective of their background or position.
Overall, the song 'Star' highlights the importance of individual strength, resilience, and the idea that every person has the ability to make a change and become a star.
Line by Line Meaning
Are you solid?
Do you have a strong and reliable character?
Are you solid as a rock?
Are you unshakeable under any circumstances?
Have you a strong foundation
Do you have a solid basis in your beliefs?
Or can your soul be bought
Are you willing to compromise your integrity for personal gain?
It ain't true that
The common belief that
Everybody's got a price
Everyone can be bought with money
I sing this song for everyone
This song is dedicated to all those who
Who stands up for their rights
Fight for their rights and beliefs
Every brother is a star
Everyone is special and unique
Every sister is a star
Everyone has their own beauty and worth
Every brother is a star
Everyone is special and should be recognized
Every sister is a star
Everyone has inherent value and should be respected
Sister Rosa, Malcolm X, and Dr king
These historical and influential figures
Showed we got power, showed the changes we could bring
Demonstrated that we have the ability to create change
To change society, you have got to change the law
In order to improve society, laws need to be changed
Their bodies may be gone but their spirits still live on
Although they have passed away, their legacy lives on
Rebels souls!
For those who rebel against the norm!
For the dreamers, rebels souls and future days
For those who have big aspirations and dreams for the future
Be brave and strong, keep keeping on,
Be courageous and steadfast, never give up
be conscious in the chaos
Be aware even in the midst of uncertainty and instability
Queen of England, there's no greater anarchist
Even the most powerful figure in the monarchy can be subversive
One mans freedom fighter is another's terrorist
One person's hero can be another's enemy
Every brother is a star
Everyone has something special to offer
Every sister is a star
Everyone should be appreciated for who they are
Every brother is a star
Everyone deserves recognition for their worth
Every sister is a star
Everyone should be respected for their individuality
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: MARTIN BERNARD DUFFY, BOBBY GILLESPIE, ANDREW INNES, ROBERT YOUNG
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@soldier0n
this is the mix I was thinking of for this song! with the mellodica at the forefront and nothin else, thanks god they did it, and thanks for uploading it!
@nagrzybydolasu
the one & mighty Augustus Pablo is playing here on melodica ;)
@edwardbliss8931
This is the only version of "Star" I've ever known
@nagrzybydolasu
there is no 'boozoo bajou edit' . Its a track called 'Rebel Dub' ,by Primal Scream. it's kind of dub version of a 'star' track. and yes, this is the best version of a 'star' :)
@vitorelias9003
thank you, brother. When i first discovered that song, I've downloaded it from Soulseek the compilation Juke Joint I by Boozoo Bajou. And in it the name of the song was Boozoo Bajout edit. And I couldn't find that song in any stream services. NOW I KNOW WHY. thanks to you, tyvm.