Starman
Dewey Cox Lyrics
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Didn't know what time it was the lights were low
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 DJ that was hazy cosmic jive
There's a starman waiting in the sky
He'd like to come and meet us
But he thinks he'd blow our minds
Theres 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 up 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
Theres 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"
Starman, he's waiting in the sky
Starman, someday he'll blow our minds
Starman, won't you come on down and see me some time?
Say, starman someday come down and fly
Starman
Thank you
The song "Starman" by Dewey Cox is a nostalgic ode to the power and magic of music, featuring catchy and memorable lyrics infused with cosmic imagery. The song opens with a reference to a past love relationship, as the singer listens to the radio, seeking escape from the mundane and routine of his life. He hears a strange and unfamiliar voice, speaking in a mysterious jargon that he cannot understand. The voice is both strange and alluring, promising something beyond the typical rock and roll experience.
As the song progresses, the voice is revealed to belong to a "starman" who is waiting in the sky, hoping to connect with humanity. Despite his desire to meet us, the starman is cautious, aware of the potential danger of his powers. He warns against danger and urges the children to enjoy the gift of music, to use it to its fullest potential.
Overall, "Starman" is a song about the power of music to transcend the limitations of our everyday lives, connecting us to something larger and more wondrous. It's a reminder to embrace our inner child, to open ourselves to the mysteries of the universe, and to let the music guide us on our journey.
Line by Line Meaning
Goodbye love, goodbye love
I am bidding farewell to you, my love.
Didn't know what time it was the lights were low
I had lost track of time as the atmosphere was dimly lit.
I leaned back on my radio
I relaxed while listening to the radio.
Some cat was layin' down some rock 'n' roll lotta soul, he said
A musician was playing some soulful rock n roll on the radio.
Then the loud sound did seem to fade
Suddenly the loud music started to die down.
Came back like a slow voice on a wave of phase
The music gradually started coming back, like a voice over a phased sound wave.
That weren't no DJ that was hazy cosmic jive
The music wasn't just being played by a DJ, it was a spacey, psychedelic sound.
There's a starman waiting in the sky
There's a mythical figure, the Starman, who is ready to come to Earth from the heavens.
He'd like to come and meet us
The Starman would like to visit us and interact with us.
But he thinks he'd blow our minds
The Starman believes that his presence would be too overwhelming for us to handle.
He's told us not to blow it
The Starman has warned us not to mess up the opportunity of meeting him.
'Cause he knows it's all worthwhile
He assures us that seeing him would be a rewarding experience.
He told me, 'Let the children lose it
The Starman instructed me to let children enjoy themselves to the fullest when he arrives.
Let the children use it, let all the children boogie'
He urged us all to dance and have fun, particularly children.
I had to phone someone so I picked up on you
I needed to tell someone about the Starman, so I chose to speak to you.
Hey, that's far out so you heard him too
You also heard about the Starman and find it fascinating.
Switch on the TV, we may pick him up on channel two
We turned on the television, hoping to see the Starman on television channel two.
Look out your window I can see his light
I saw the Starman's light outside your window.
If we can sparkle he may land tonight
If we make ourselves appealing, the Starman may decide to visit us soon.
Don't tell your poppa or he'll get us locked up in fright
We should not inform your father, as he may get scared and inform the authorities.
Starman, he's waiting in the sky
The Starman is patiently waiting for us from outer space.
Starman, someday he'll blow our minds
The Starman is so incredible that he will eventually blow our minds when we meet him.
Starman, won't you come on down and see me some time?
The singer is inviting the Starman to visit him sometime.
Say, starman someday come down and fly
The artist hopes that the Starman will someday visit him and fly with him.
Starman
The Starman is a mythical, almost godlike figure that the singer is in awe of.
Contributed by Zachary S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@freeherenow52
I remember when this first aired in '77. I was 10 and I liked it, especially the background dancers, but my parents thought Dewey sold out by embracing disco. They were fans of his earlier work, especially A Life Without You (Is No Life At All). I told them, "Things change. This is boss."
@SuperStanster
Exactly!!! We all loved Dewey's early songs, but I loved how his music changed and grew with the times. I loved him as a kid and as a teenager his music really helped me through some hard times!
@freeherenow52
@Stanley Rama I'm so glad other people get it. Dewey was the voice of many generations.
@dianapevtsov
:) Nice.
@paulgeorge9228
@Stanley Rama dewey was such a versatile artist
@baileysbugblog6478
I cried when i heard the news he died. My girlfriend fainted when i told her.
I don't know, but the sky. It just seemed to turn grey when i heard about his fatal fall.
@marythec
If any of you lived through the great variety show scare of the 1970s, you'd understand how hilarious and dead-on this is. Genius!!
@jonathanlocke6404
The Sonny and Cher show...Look for the clips where Bowie actually was on Cher's show pairing up for a medley...
@DJSamsonofficial
look up Bag boy. It's John c Reilly's take at a sitcom (he plays as his well known character dr. Steve Brule)
@agalgonzalez
I am a child of the 70s and I endorse this comment.