Shining Star
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Your dreams will take you very far
But when you wish upon a dream
Life ain't always what it seems
What'd you see on a night so clear
In the sky so very dear
You're a shining star
Shining bright to see
What you could truly be
Shining star come in to view
Shine its watchful light on you
Give you strength to carry on
Make your body big and strong
Born a man child of the sun
Saw your work had just begun
Found I had to stand alone
Bless it now I've got my own
So, if you find yourself in need
Why don't you listen to these words and heed
Be you giant or grain of sand
Words of wisdom are ?Yes I can?
You're a shining star
No matter who you are
Shining bright to see
What you could truly be
You're a shining star
No matter who you are
Shining bright to see
What you could truly be
The lyrics to "Shining Star" by David Foster, Larry Graham, and Brenda Russell are all about acknowledging the potential in oneself and others. The song starts by referencing the idea of wishing upon a star, but points out that life is not always what it seems. It seems to suggest that it is important to have actual dreams and aspirations rather than simply wishing upon things. The mention of a "night so clear" and "sky so very dear" could signify a moment of clarity or realization.
The chorus of the song repeatedly emphasizes that anyone can be a shining star, no matter who they are. The shining star is an image of someone reaching their full potential and being a guiding light for themselves and others. It encourages the listener to believe in themselves and to strive for their own greatness. The verses seem to suggest that the process of becoming a shining star can be difficult and that it requires strength and resilience.
Overall, "Shining Star" is a song about believing in oneself and recognizing the potential for greatness in everyone.
Line by Line Meaning
When you wish upon a star
Dreams could be fulfilled
Your dreams will take you very far
Aspirations can lead to success
But when you wish upon a dream
Sometimes hopes fail or mislead
Life ain't always what it seems
Reality doesn't match imagination
What'd you see on a night so clear
What did you glimpse in the sky so dear
In the sky so very dear
A deep, beloved sky
You're a shining star
You are a special, radiant person
No matter who you are
Regardless of identity or background
Shining bright to see
Easily noticeable to all
What you could truly be
Unleashing your full potential
Shining star come in to view
A bright, shining star comes into sight
Shine its watchful light on you
Lend its protective light to you
Give you strength to carry on
Provide motivation to continue
Make your body big and strong
Strengthen the physique
Born a man child of the sun
A human being born of sunlight
Saw your work had just begun
The conviction to accomplish a task
Found I had to stand alone
Discovered the strength to stand alone
Bless it now I've got my own
Life has been good to me because of it
So, if you find yourself in need
If you're ever in dire straits
Why don't you listen to these words and heed
Please listen to these words and follow through
Be you giant or grain of sand
Regardless of your size or importance
Words of wisdom are ?Yes I can?
Inspirational messages can help you succeed
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: LORENZO DUNN, LORENZO RUSSELL DUNN, MAURICE WHITE, PHILIP BAILEY, PHILIP JAMES BAILEY
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