The Supremes were a hugely successful Motown all-female singing group active from 1959 until 1977, performing at various times doo-wop, pop, soul, Broadway showtunes, psychedelia and disco. Second only to The Beatles in terms of records sales and chart success, The Supremes were the most successful American musical act of the 1960s, delivering twelve #1 hits between 1964 and 1969, many of them written and produced by Motown's main songwriting and production team, Holland-Dozier-Holland.
Founded in Detroit, Michigan in 1959, The Supremes began as a quartet called The Primettes. Founding members Florence Ballard, Mary Wilson, Diana Ross, and Betty McGlown, all from the Brewster-Douglas public housing project in Detroit, were the sister act to The Primes (later The Temptations). In 1960, Barbara Martin replaced McGlown, and the group signed with Motown in 1961 as The Supremes.
Martin left at the end of 1961, and Ross, Ballard, and Wilson carried on as a trio. After they achieved success in 1964 with Ross as the lead singer, Motown president Berry Gordy renamed the group Diana Ross and the Supremes in 1967. Ballard left the group that same year because of personal differences and was replaced by Cindy Birdsong.
Diana Ross left the group for a history-making solo career in 1970 and was replaced by Jean Terrell. After 1972, the lineup of The Supremes changed frequently, with Lynda Laurence, Scherrie Payne, and Susaye Greene all becoming members before the group ended its eighteen-year existence in 1977.
Twinkle Twinkle Little Me
Diana Ross and the Supremes Lyrics
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Little me
I have a lonely life
I'm the star
Upon your tree
That makes your Christmas bright
Twinkle twinkle little me
I left the Milky Way
Christmas brought me where you are
And heaven gave me life
I'm that friendly little star
You wish upon each night
Twinkle, twinkle
Oh, Twinkle, twinkle little me
I have a present too
If you give unselfishly
And make a wish come true
I'll always shine on you
Twinkle little me
Twinkle, twinkle little me
Oh, Christmas brought me where you are
And heaven gave me life
I'm that friendly star
You wish upon each night
Twinkle, twinkle little me
I have a present too
If you give unselfishly
And make a wish come true
I'll always shine for you
Twinkle little me
I'll always shine for you
Twinkle little me
I'll always shine for you
The song "Twinkle Twinkle Little Me" is a Christmas-themed track performed by Diana Ross and the Supremes. The lyrics of the song tell the story of a little star who left the Milky Way to be with the listener on Christmas day. The star is the one on top of the listener's Christmas tree, and it promises to always shine for them if the listener gives unselfishly and makes a wish come true, which is a reference to the true spirit of Christmas – giving.
The lyrics of the song, while simple, have a deep meaning. The star represents something that is always present but easily overlooked, just like the importance of giving and generosity during the holidays. The star reminds the listener of the joy of giving and the happiness it brings, and the star promises to always be there to shine brightly for them if they do so. The song is a reminder that the holiday season is not just about receiving, but about giving and making others happy as well.
Line by Line Meaning
Twinkle, twinkle
I am shining bright, like a twinkling star
Little me
I am small and insignificant compared to the vastness of the universe
I have a lonely life
As a star in space, I am alone and yearning for someone to see me
I'm the star
I am a special celestial body that captures attention and admiration
Upon your tree
During Christmas time, I am symbolically placed on top of a tree to represent the star of Bethlehem
That makes your Christmas bright
I bring happiness and joy into your life during the festive season
I left the Milky Way
I traveled far from my home galaxy to be with you during Christmas
Just so I could be with you on Christmas day
I made a special effort to join you on this significant day, to bring light and hope to your world
Christmas brought me where you are
The holiday season has a special power to bring people together, even across great distances
And heaven gave me life
I am a creation of the divine, a manifestation of the universe's infinite possibilities
I'm that friendly little star
I am a positive force of nature, radiating warmth and kindness
You wish upon each night
I am someone you turn to for hope and guidance, especially in times of darkness
Oh, Twinkle, twinkle little me
I continue to shine brightly, earning the attention and imagination of those on Earth
I have a present too
As a symbol of goodwill and generosity, I too have something to offer
If you give unselfishly
To receive the blessings of the universe, one must also be willing to give without seeking earthly rewards
And make a wish come true
Through the power of positive thinking and open-heartedness, we can manifest our deepest desires
I'll always shine on you
I am here to offer constant support and inspiration, as long as you remain open to receiving it
I'll always shine for you
I am a symbol of hope and happiness, shining perpetually to inspire and uplift
Twinkle little me
I am a source of light in this world, always ready to brighten up someone's day
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: O'MALLEY WILLIAM, RONALD MILLER, RONALD N. MILLER, WILLIAM O'MALLEY
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catmama54
This is becoming one of my favorite Christmas songs,thank you so much.
Paul Green
Brings to mind how as a child I was a true believer in “The Christmas Star” legend taught to us by our older brothers. We believed it appeared in the very early hours of Christmas morning,(maybe 1:30 or 2:00?). I believed to the extent I dreamed of looking out my bedroom window and seeing a huge, resplendent five point star. I was maybe eight years old that Christmas morning. Since now my citizenship is in heaven I have the fullness of hope that transcends that legend beyond all I could ask or think! Thank you blessed and Heavenly Father for truth and the earnest of my inheritance. PWG
A Cee
Never heard this song before! 🥺💕 So cute! Love it. ❤
allen drew
one of my favorites on that album
edward sautro
I forgot to mention I play this when it is not Christmas time. Lol
edward sautro
Christmas song for 2020. Love it!
MrYoumitube
Excellent song!
John-Michael Kyono
Im digging all your songs
ChristmasTimeTV
Thanks John and Merry Christmas to you!
Mike roy
Twinkle Twinkle Little Me I have a lonely light.. nobody could have sang that like Miss Ross