Counting Stars
Breath Of Soul Lyrics
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dreamin' about the things that we could be
Baby, I've been, I've been prayin' hard
Say no more, countin' dollars we'll be countin' stars
Yeah, we'll be countin' stars
I see this life like a swingin' vine, swing my heart across the line
In my face, is flashin' signs, seek it out and ye shall find
Old, but I'm not that old. Young, but I'm not that bold.
I-I-I-I-I-I feel somthin' so right, doin' the wrong thing
I-I-I-I-I-I feel somthin' so wrong, doin' the right thing
I could lie, could lie, could lie
Everything that kills me, makes me feel alive
Lately, I've been, I've been losing sleep
dreamin' about the things that we could be
Baby, I've been, I've been prayin' hard
Say no more, countin' dollars we'll be countin' stars
Lately, I've been, I've been losing sleep
dreamin' about the things that we could be
And baby, I've been, I've been prayin' hard
Say no more countin' dollars, we'll be, we'll be countin' stars
Cuz I feel the love, and I feel it burn
Down this river every turn, hope is our four letter word
Make that money watch it burn
O-o-old but I'm not that old. Y-y-young, but I'm not that bold.
And I don't think the world is sold, just doin' what we're told
I-I-I-I-I-I feel somthin' so wrong, doin' the right thing
I-I-I-I-I-I feel somthin' so right, doin' the wrong thing
I could lie, could lie, could lie
Every-thing that drowns me-e-e-e
M-m-makes me want to, fly-y-y-y
Lately, I've been, I've been losing sleep
dreamin' about the things that we could be
Baby, I've been, I've been praying hard
Say no more, countin' dollars we'll be countin' stars
Lately, I've been, Ive been losing sleep
dreamin' about the things that we could be
Baby, I've been, I've been prayin' hard
Say no more countin' dollars we'll be, we'll be countin' stars
Oh-oh-oh-oh. Take that money watch it burn
Sink in the river of the lessons I've learned
Take that money watch it burn
Sink in the river of the lessons I've learned
Take that money watch it burn
Sink in the river of the lessons I've learned
Take that money watch it burn
Sink in the river of the lessons I've learned
Everything that kills me, makes me fe-e-e-el ali-i-i-i-ive
Yeah, yeah.
Lately I've been, I've been losing sleep
dreamin' about the things that we could be
And baby I've been I've been prayin' hard
Say no more countin' dollars we'll be, we'll be countin' stars
Take that money watch it burn
Sink in the river of the lessons I've learned
Take that money watch it burn
Sink in the river of the lessons I've learned
Take that money watch it burn
Sink in the river of the lessons I've learned
Take that money watch it burn
Sink in the river of the lessons I've learned
The song "Counting Stars" by Breath Of Soul talks about the struggles that people face when chasing their dreams. The singer claims that they have been losing sleep lately, thinking about the things that they could become. They dream of attaining financial success and count dollars in their sleep, but this ambition also makes them feel frustrated and restless.
The lyrics paint a picture of someone who is torn between doing what is right and what they want. They feel that they aren't too old or too young, yet they aren't bold enough to pursue their dreams. The singer acknowledges that they feel something so right doing the wrong thing, and something so wrong doing the right thing.
In the end, the singer reflects on the lessons they've learned along the way. They accept that everything that kills them makes them feel alive. The lessons they've learned have translated into hope, which helps them push through the struggles and pursue their dreams with everything they've got.
Overall, "Counting Stars" is a powerful and inspiring song that encourages listeners to keep pursuing their dreams despite the obstacles they face.
Line by Line Meaning
Lately, I've been, I've been losing sleep
The singer is having difficulty sleeping due to their preoccupation with something lately.
dreamin' about the things that we could be
The singer is regularly having dreams about what their potential future could hold.
Baby, I've been, I've been prayin' hard
The singer has been dedicating time and effort to praying for something specific.
Say no more, countin' dollars we'll be countin' stars
The artist will no longer worry about money, instead focusing on achieving their goals.
Yeah, we'll be countin' stars
The artist and someone else will be counting their successes and achievements as a way of measuring progress.
I see this life like a swingin' vine, swing my heart across the line
The singer views life as a tightrope that they must navigate, taking risks and staying committed to their goals.
In my face, is flashin' signs, seek it out and ye shall find
The singer is being presented with opportunities and is encouraging themselves to pursue them.
Old, but I'm not that old. Young, but I'm not that bold.
The artist is simultaneously feeling like an old soul and a young person. They don't feel as brave as they should for their age.
And I don't think the world is sold, just doin' what we're told
The artist is critical of the current state of society, feeling that people are too obedient and don't question authority enough.
I-I-I-I-I-I feel somethin' so right, doin' the wrong thing
The artist is excited by breaking the rules and doing things they aren't supposed to do, even if it feels risky.
I-I-I-I-I-I feel somethin' so wrong, doin' the right thing
The singer is questioning what is considered 'right' and 'wrong,' feeling conflicted about their actions even when they are supposedly doing the right thing.
I could lie, could lie, could lie
The artist is admitting that they are capable of being dishonest.
Everything that kills me, makes me feel alive
The singer embraces the risk and danger of pursuing their goals or acting against societal norms, feeling more alive because of it.
And baby, I've been, I've been prayin' hard
The singer has been consistently dedicating time and energy to praying for something specific.
Oh-oh-oh-oh. Take that money watch it burn
The singer is saying to spend money recklessly, without worrying about the consequences.
Sink in the river of the lessons I've learned
The artist recognizes that their past experiences have taught them valuable lessons that they can use in the future.
Everything that kills me, makes me feel alive
The artist embraces the risk and danger of pursuing their goals or acting against societal norms, feeling more alive because of it.
Contributed by Chase W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
KickButtTeam
This dude can really sing,
I love his high notes (no homo)
Subs1D
Both beat boxing and vocals are ON POINT. Amazing!
OSME Elohi
Por onde andam esses maravilhosos meninos????
artisticwriter83
As I told Davey when he was home: awesome video, guys... I love it! I can't wait to hear (and see) what you come up with next! :) ~Andrea
Dana Wright
Wonderful!! Beautiful voices!!!
Anthony Lam
The pureness of the human voice at its finest. Bravo.
Prakat Bhatta
Couldn't stop myself from subscribing, just by hearing this cover. This is just awesome.
ThatHumanizedPanda
This video still slaps after all these years🙌💜
Jing Yi Tsing
Wow I love this group 😻👏👏
Tashzena Rose
You guys have AMAZING talent!:)