Shining Star
D.R.E.S. tha Beatnik Lyrics

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When you wish upon a star
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

No matter who you are
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

Overall Meaning

The song "Shining Star" by D.R.E.S. tha Beatnik is an inspirational piece that urges the listener to never give up on their dreams. The opening lines of the song, "When you wish upon a star, your dreams will take you very far, but when you wish upon a dream, life ain't always what it seems," highlight the importance of dreaming big and having hope, but also acknowledge that life can be unpredictable.

The lyrics go on to describe a "shining star" that can come into view and give strength to the listener to carry on with their dreams. This shining star is compared to the sun, and the listener is urged to be like a "man child of the sun" who is born to do great things. The lines "Found I had to stand alone, blessed it now I've got my own" suggest that the path to achieving one's dreams may not always be easy, but it is worth it in the end.

The chorus of the song repeats the line "You're a shining star, no matter who you are" which reinforces the message that everyone has the potential for greatness, regardless of their background or circumstances. The song ends with the line "Be you giant or grain of sand, words of wisdom are 'Yes I can'," which encourages the listener to have a positive attitude and belief in themselves.

Overall, "Shining Star" is a powerful song that empowers the listener to believe in themselves and their dreams, no matter what obstacles they may face.

Line by Line Meaning

When you wish upon a star
If you hope for the impossible

Your dreams will take you very far
You will achieve things beyond your imagination

But when you wish upon a dream
If your hopes are based on uncertain things

Life ain't always what it seems
Things don't always turn out as expected

What'd you see on a night so clear
Have you ever seen anything extraordinary on a clear night sky?

In the sky so very dear
A precious view that brings joy to your heart

You're a shining star
You are special and destined for greatness

No matter who you are
Your status or background doesn't change that

Shining bright to see
Your potential and talents are visible to others

What you could truly be
You have the ability to become anything you want

Shining star come into view
Your talents become evident to others