Starman
David Bowie The Spiders From Mars Lyrics
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I leaned back on my radio
Some cat was layin' down some rock 'n' roll 'lotta soul, he said
Then the loud sound did seem to fade
Came back like a slow voice on a wave of phase
That weren't no D.J. that was hazy cosmic jive
There's a starman waiting in the sky
But he thinks he'd blow our minds
There's a starman waiting in the sky
He's told us not to blow it
'Cause he knows it's all worthwhile
He told me
Let the children lose it
Let the children use it
Let all the children boogie
I had to phone someone so I picked on you
Hey, that's far out so you heard him too!
Switch on the TV we may pick him up on channel two
Look out your window I can see his light
If we can sparkle he may land tonight
Don't tell your poppa or he'll get us locked up in fright
There's a starman waiting in the sky
He'd like to come and meet us
But he thinks he'd blow our minds
There's a starman waiting in the sky
He's told us not to blow it
'Cause he knows it's all worthwhile
He told me
Let the children lose it
Let the children use it
Let all the children boogie
There's a starman waiting in the sky
He'd like to come and meet us
But he thinks he'd blow our minds
There's a starman waiting in the sky
He's told us not to blow it
'Cause he knows it's all worthwhile
He told me
Let the children lose it
Let the children use it
Let all the children boogie
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"Starman" is a song by David Bowie and it is a track from his fifth album, "The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars". The song was released in 1972 and became Bowie's first hit single in the UK. The song was composed by Bowie during a time where he was heavily influenced by science fiction and he was exploring otherworldly themes in his music.
The song itself tells the story of an alien creature called the "Starman" who has come to Earth to spread a message of hope and love. The singer of the song is telling the listener about his encounter with the Starman and how he sees the world differently since their meeting. The song is marked by its catchy chorus and its soaring melody, both of which reflect its message of hope and optimism.
The song has become one of Bowie's most recognizable tracks and has been used in a variety of films, television shows, and commercials. The song's message of unity and love has resonated with audiences around the world and has made it a timeless classic.
Line by Line Meaning
Didn't know what time it was and the lights were low
I was in a disoriented state and the surroundings were dimly lit
I leaned back on my radio
I relaxed and listened to the music on the radio
Some cat was layin' down some rock 'n' roll 'lotta soul, he said
The DJ was playing some amazing rock and roll music that had a lot of soul
Then the loud sound did seem to fade
The music momentarily faded away
Came back like a slow voice on a wave of phase
The music came back slowly and in a different phase
That weren't no D.J. that was hazy cosmic jive
The music was not from the DJ but rather from a mysterious cosmic source
There's a starman waiting in the sky
There is an extraterrestrial being waiting in the sky
He'd like to come and meet us
The starman wishes to meet us
But he thinks he'd blow our minds
The starman fears that he would overload our brains with the sheer otherworldliness of his presence
He's told us not to blow it
The starman has instructed us to handle his visit calmly and responsibly
'Cause he knows it's all worthwhile
The starman believes that his visit will be beneficial and worthwhile
He told me Let the children lose it Let the children use it Let all the children boogie
The starman instructed me to let the children express themselves and enjoy the music
I had to phone someone so I picked on you
I needed to share this incredible news with someone and chose you
Hey, that's far out so you heard him too!
You also heard the starman and find it unbelievable, just like me
Switch on the TV we may pick him up on channel two
We might be able to tune in to the starman's appearance on channel two on TV
Look out your window I can see his light
I can see a light that belongs to the starman outside your window
If we can sparkle he may land tonight
If we can impress the starman, he may decide to visit us tonight
Don't tell your poppa or he'll get us locked up in fright
We should not share this news with our parents as they might get scared and take extreme measures
Lyrics © EMI Music Publishing, Peermusic Publishing, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: DAVID BOWIE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@self-proclaimedanimator
Man you ppl were born in the perfect period of time
Like all good stuff happened in the past
If I was like born 30 or 40 yrs ago
I could have prolly gone to a Queen concert
Or maybe I could have seen Elvis alive
Today's is just boring songs with vulgar lyrics
I am 17 would turn 18 this year
The only good thing about his period is prolly internet
Nothing else is good
Now that I think about it even my mother wasn't born in 1972 crazy man
@Lyadfr401
There's a Starman waiting in the sky
He'd like to come and meet us
But he thinks he'd blow our minds
There's a Starman waiting in the sky
He's told us not to blow it
'Cause he knows it's all worthwhile
He told me
Let the children lose it
Let the children use it
Let all the children boogie….. 🎶🎶🎶🎶🖤🖤🖤🖤🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻👩🎤👩🎤🌠
@sharkeyes
David Bowie never died earth was just one of his tours 😉
@xjoshrx7385
Underrated comment 👏
@KittyGrizGriz
Love what you said, perfect 💫 🌟🌎♥️
@deliamalunes7366
He went to jupiter
@miyadaws3899
❤
@Class43Harrison
When humans land on mars, David bowie will already be there.
@blaugrananews6443
Who’s here in 2047?
@PMMagro
The starman
@rip_lmo289
Deffo not me
@xxx...pyxidis
My goodness, 14 years old or 66, same wonderful vibes. Love you David wherever you are now.