Shooting Star
Carly Rae Jepsen Lyrics
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If you wanna know why
Just because summertime and you look fine
Press my back against the door
Of the refrigerator when the heatwave comes
Ice can't melt how hot we felt
But I still believe in my New York City
Can't believe I've been gone so long
We can turn it on
Just sweat all my fears away
Dancing through the dark
Saw your angel face
Caught my shooting star
I got you now, I'm a Scorpio
It's physical, it's natural
My spiritual, my animal
Caught my shooting star
I got you now, I'm a Scorpio
It's physical, it's natural
My spiritual, my animal
Caught my shooting star
I believe there's a true connection
With you and me
So I might sleep with you tonight
If you wanna know why, just because
I still believe in my New York City
We could turn it on
Just sweat all my fears away
Dancing through the dark
Saw your angel face
Caught my shooting star
I got you now, I'm a Scorpio
It's physical, it's natural
My spiritual, my animal
Caught my shooting star
I got you now, I'm a Scorpio
It's physical, it's natural
My spiritual, my animal
Caught my shooting star
Last chance, you turn to me
I'd like to let, let you get, get to know me
Romance, walk down the street
I'd like to let, let you get, get to know me
Do you wanna? Do you wanna?
Do you wanna? Do you wanna?
Do you wanna? Do you wanna?
We could turn it on
Just sweat all my fears away
Dancing through the dark
Saw your angel face
Caught my shooting star
I got you now, I'm a Scorpio
It's physical, it's natural
My spiritual, my animal
Caught my shooting star
I got you now, I'm a Scorpio
It's physical, it's natural
My spiritual, my animal
Caught my shooting star
Somebody told me that the night's done
If I play the right song, we could keep the lights on, baby
(Caught my shooting star)
Somebody told me there's a full moon
If I play the right tune, would you give me all you, baby?
(Caught my shooting star)
The lyrics of Carly Rae Jepsen's "Shooting Star" convey a sense of summer romance and the excitement of being swept away by a moment of passion. The song starts with the possibility of intimacy, as the singer suggests sleeping with someone for the night because it's summertime and they look attractive. The heatwave amplifies their desire, as they compare the intensity of their connection to the heat of the moment.
Despite the temporary nature of the encounter, the singer holds onto their belief in the magic of New York City, where there is always something to do and attractive people to meet. The lyrics intertwine physical and spiritual aspects, expressing how the singer's connection with this person feels both natural and transcendent. They compare themselves to a shooting star, emphasizing the fleeting nature of the moment and the specialness of their encounter.
The song suggests that there is a deeper connection between the singer and the person they're addressing. They recognize the potential for a true connection, and the chorus expresses a desire for intimacy and the possibility of turning their encounter into something more substantial. The song ends with a playful reference to the power of music and suggestion, implying that the right song and tune can keep the connection alive and passionate.
Line by Line Meaning
I might sleep with you tonight
I am open to the possibility of being intimate with you tonight
If you wanna know why
If you are curious about my intention
Just because summertime and you look fine
Simply because it is summer and you appear attractive
Press my back against the door
Lean my body on the door
Of the refrigerator when the heatwave comes
Especially during extremely hot weather
Ice can't melt how hot we felt
The intense passion we experienced cannot be weakened
But I still believe in my New York City
I continue to have faith in the energy and opportunities of New York City
Lots to do and the boys so pretty
Many activities to engage in and attractive men to encounter
Can't believe I've been gone so long
I find it hard to accept that I have been away for such a lengthy period
We can turn it on
We have the ability to ignite excitement and passion
Just sweat all my fears away
Eliminate my anxieties through physical exertion and perspiration
Dancing through the dark
Moving rhythmically in the darkness
Saw your angel face
Witnessed your heavenly countenance
Caught my shooting star
Captivated my desired and sought-after person
I got you now, I'm a Scorpio
I have you now, as I am a Scorpio zodiac sign
It's physical, it's natural
Our connection is based on physicality and instinct
My spiritual, my animal
The bond is both spiritual and instinctual
I believe there's a true connection
I have faith in the existence of a genuine link between us
With you and me
Within our relationship
Last chance, you turn to me
Final opportunity, you direct your attention towards me
I'd like to let, let you get, get to know me
I want to allow you the chance to understand me better
Romance, walk down the street
Engage in romantic experiences while strolling along the street
Do you wanna? Do you wanna?
Are you interested? Are you willing?
We could turn it on
We have the potential to ignite excitement and passion
Somebody told me that the night's done
I was informed that the night is ending
If I play the right song, we could keep the lights on, baby
By selecting an appropriate song, we can continue to enjoy the atmosphere and keep the lights on, my love
Somebody told me there's a full moon
I was informed that there is a complete lunar phase
If I play the right tune, would you give me all you, baby?
If I choose the correct melody, will you give yourself completely to me, my love?
Caught my shooting star
Captivated my desired and sought-after person
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Hipgnosis Songs Group
Written by: Carly Rae Jepsen, Danny Silberstein, Jared Paul Solomon, Tavish Joseph Crowe
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Juan Salazar
This is unexpectedly INCREDIBLE, this song is one of my favorites from the record, she did an amazing job, UNIQUE, no one can’t top her at doing disco jams
Torreben
I desperately wish they'd make a music video for this song. I love it so so so so much. Those last 15 seconds of the song has been my favorite music moment of the year and I wanna see someone put choreography to it.
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GreySox
This should have been the lead single. It is a banger.
Chris E. Grey
Carly Rae Jepsen always drops masterpieces…
Thomas Greenwood
That is a good one.
Emma Rae
this is so good, I’m so glad carly is back to save the pop
ANDOKS TO GO
I literally can't stop listening to this masterpiece ✨😭
Thomas Greenwood
Masterpiece that is a good way to frame it.
Majora
i can't belive carly did early 2000s pop revival so much better then literally all the modern artists that are attempting it with this one song. absolutely incredible.