Five Star are siblings Deniece (later to be called 'Denise') Pearson (lead vocals/song writer), Stedman Pearson (costume designer), Lorraine Pearson (spokesperson & song writer), Doris Pearson (choregrapher) and Delroy Pearson (song writer & producer).
Born in Romford Essex to record owner Buster Pearson, Deniece, at the age of 15, persuaded, her father to allow Deniece and her sisters to record "Problematic". The Pearson parents liked what they heard but also insisted that Deniece's brothers joined the group. Hence, Five Star was born.
In 1983 Five Star appeared on BBC's Pebble Mill at One singing and dancing to 'Problematic'. The BBC switchboard was jamed with record companies wanting to sign the group - Buster said the group were signed to his label Tent Records but they needed a larger company to buy Tent records and hence aquire Five Star. RCA/BMG snapped up the young group and in 1984 their debut single 'Hide and Seek' was released (at the time youngest member Delroy was still at high school and lead singer Deniece had only just left school). Neither 'Hide and Seek' or its follow-up 'Crazy' managed to chart.
In May 1985 the group scored their first top 20 hit with 'All Fall Down'. This was followed with another top 20 hit 'Let Me Be The One'. Their debut album 'Luxury of Life' was released in August 1985, it would spend 70 weeks in the album charts but did not hit the top 20 until a year after its initial release.
Five Star released two more hits in 1985 - top 30 hit 'Love Take Over' and 'RSVP' which stalled at 45 in the charts.
1986 was to be a big year for Five Star. In Jan 86 they released the number 3 smash hit 'System Addict', which also helped their album get to number 12 in the album charts. In April 86 they released the top ten smash 'Can't Wait Another Minute' (the first song from their second album) and this was followed up in July 1986 with 'Find The Time' another top ten hit for the group.
In Aug 1986 Five Star released their 2nd album 'Silk & Steel', the album spent 58 weeks in the album chart, peaking at number 1 in the UK. They broke a record for being the youngest act to top the UK album charts. In Sept 86 they released their biggest hit 'Rain or Shine', which went to number 2 and stayed in the singles chart for 11 weeks. 'If I Say Yes' was released in Nov 1986 and coincided with their first tour.
The hits from 'Silk & Steel' continued in to 1987 with two more top ten hits 'Stay Out Of My Life' (written by Deniece) in February and a Shep Pettibone remix of 'The Slightest Touch' in April 87. 'Silk & Steel' boasted 7 hit singles in total. In Aug 1987 they released the 1st track from their 3rd album - the track was 'Whenever You're Ready', which went to number 11.
Their third album 'Between The Lines' was released in Sept 1987, it went to number 7 in the album charts, but lacked the sales of their previous albums. The Diane Warren penned ballad 'Strong As Steel' (number 16 in the charts) was released in Oct 87, at the same time as the group embarked on their second tour, which ended with a sell out week at Wembley Arena. A third single from the album 'Somewhere Somebody' was released in Dec 87 but failed to make the top 20. The group won the best group award at the 1987 Brit Awards and also at the 1987 Smash Hits awards.
In June 1988 Five Star came back with a new top 20 single, 'Another Weekend' and a harder sexier image. Gone were their sequined suits in favour of 'head to toe' black leather and huge blonde hair extensions for Deniece. 'Rock My World', was the follow up top 30 hit in August 88.
Five Star released their fourth album 'Rock The World' in August 1988, it failed to make the top ten - peaking at number 17 and spent five weeks in the album charts. Two more singles were released from 'Rock The World' at the end of 1988 - 'There's A Brand New World' and ballad 'Let Me Be Yours', both songs were written by Deniece but neither managed to make the top 50.
In 1989 Five Star released a new track 'With Every Heartbeat' and a 'Greatest Hits' album. The single made number 49 but the Hits album stalled at 53 and only stayed in the album charts for 3 weeks.
In 1990 Five Star signed to EPIC records, they released two songs 'Treat Me Like A Lady' and 'Hot Love', both written by Delroy & Doris with Doris on lead vocals. Neither song managed to break the top 50.
In late 1990 Five Star moved from the UK to the USA where they released their fifth studio album 'Five Star'. All tracks on 'Five Star' were written by the group. The album was never released in the UK. This was followed in 1991 with the single and album (both called) 'Shine', which featured Deniece (now called Denise) back as main lead singer.
Five Star released two more albums in the USA 1995's 'Heart & Soul' and 2001's 'Eclipse'. In 2002 Denise, Lorraine & Stedman returned to the UK to tour as part of the 'Here & Now' concerts at Wembley.
In 2012, the first four original Five Star albums were re-mastered and re-released on the Cherry Pop label with bonus tracks.
Stay Out Of My Life
Five Star Lyrics
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Taking all the pictures, but I never knew why you went
Rivers running dry
Reading all the letters made up in my mind
Never thought that moment would have ever been mine
But then we were not aware
You were nearly mine until yesterday
Until I found out you were playin' around
Stay out of my life
I don't wanna know the truth
Stay out of the darkness
While I'm reaching for you
Stay out of my life
I don't wanna know the truth
'Cause the memories surround my mind
Oh, you can never forget
A broken heart
Two long, hard years I fought back those tears
Took a lot of pressure to admit that I was
Right where I started from
Rivers running dry
All you lonely people without a love
time took it senses coming down from above to find
Me without a home
You were nearly mine until yesterday
Until I found out you were playin' around
While I was waiting for you so
Stay out of my life
I don't wanna know the truth
Stay out of the darkness
While I'm reaching for you
Stay out of my life
I don't wanna know the truth
'Cause the memories surround my mind
Oh, you can never forget
A broken heart
Never forget the days you took my love
You were leading me on
Oh, you were taking me over
I never thought I'd have this price to pay
I had it almost
Now it's all over
Stay out of my life
I don't wanna know the truth
Stay out of the darkness
While I'm reaching for you
Stay out of my life
I don't wanna know the truth
'Cause the memories surround my mind
Stay out of my life
I don't wanna know the truth
Stay out of the darkness
While I'm reaching for you
Stay out of my life
I don't wanna know
I don't wanna know
“These tumultuous lyrics reflect the heartbroken feelings of a woman who has been played by her lover and is now telling him to stay away from her. The first verse describes her going back in time through films and pictures, wondering why she invested so much in this person when they were not faithful. She also mentions the rivers running dry, possibly indicating the end of their once fruitful relationship.
The second verse shows her reflecting on the time it took for her to admit to herself that she was right where she'd started from. It's clear that she feels betrayed and alone in her suffering. She addresses her ex-lover, saying that she doesn’t want to know the truth about what they did because the memories of their love and its loss still surround her mind. The singer is resolute that she never wants to see or feel the pain they caused her again.
Overall, the lyrics remind listeners about the dangers of infidelity and how the repercussions of betrayal can last long after a breakup. The song encourages people to take care of their hearts and be cautious about who they allow in their lives.”
Line by Line Meaning
Watching all the films as they go back in time
Reflecting on the past and the memories we shared
Taking all the pictures, but I never knew why you went
Capturing moments with you, but always wondering why you left me
Rivers running dry
Feeling empty, like there's nothing left to give
Reading all the letters made up in my mind
Revisiting old conversations and imagining what could have been
Never thought that moment would have ever been mine
Never expected to experience love like that
But then we were not aware
But we were naive and missed the signs
You were nearly mine until yesterday
I thought we had a future until I found out you were unfaithful
Until I found out you were playin' around
Until I realized you were cheating on me
While I was waiting for you so
While I was still hoping for a future together
Stay out of my life
Please don't come back into my life
I don't wanna know the truth
I don't want to hear your reasons for cheating or what you've been up to
Stay out of the darkness
Don't bring negativity back into my life
While I'm reaching for you
While I'm still struggling with my feelings for you
'Cause the memories surround my mind
Because memories of our time together keep haunting me
Oh, you can never forget
You can never forget love, even when it hurts
A broken heart
A heart that's been shattered by heartbreak
Two long, hard years I fought back those tears
I've been trying to move on for two years, but it's been a struggle
Took a lot of pressure to admit that I was
It took a lot of courage to face my emotions and accept the truth about the relationship
Right where I started from
Back at square one, trying to move on and forget the past
All you lonely people without a love
Addressing those who feel isolated and unloved
time took it senses coming down from above to find
Time has a way of making us realize what's important and who truly matters
Me without a home
Feeling like I don't belong anywhere without you
Never forget the days you took my love
I'll never forget the memories and love we shared
You were leading me on
You were deceiving me with false hope and promises
Oh, you were taking me over
You had control over my heart and emotions
I never thought I'd have this price to pay
I never expected to pay the cost of heartbreak
I had it almost
I almost had something special with you
Now it's all over
Now our relationship is finished, and I need to move on
I don't wanna know
I don't want to hear anything more about our failed relationship
Lyrics © MILL HILL MUSIC, INC.
Written by: DENISE PEARSON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Shimba Katema
What is SOOOO sad is that as great British acts of the 80s,it seems that these guys are NEVER talked about..there music was..... incredible
oh my roz Tv
@Shimba Katema yes just watched it I was wrong the only person to turn was Tom Jones
Shimba Katema
@oh my roz Tv Did she??I don't remember watching that episode...shame...she is super talented
oh my roz Tv
She did the voice but nobody turned round then when she said she was the lead singer for five star they couldn't believe it, I bought every album 👌🌟❤️⭐🤘🤘🤘🇬🇧
Bill Biggs
Shimba Katema they still tour on the festival circuit , I caught them on the here and now tour in the early 2000’s at Wembley Arena. Seeing Deniece, Doris and co in person was mind blowing
duane smith
I said it before, and I'm gonna keep on saying it..., WHY ISN'T 5 STAR'S MUSIC ON THE RADIO?????
Tee Dot TV
Because times change, only very few from 80s were even played in the 90s, let alone the 2020s!
John Johnson
Exactly. the radio station I listen to has never played a 5star song yet and they deserve to be still played on the radio for sure
Camille Anderson
Exactly!! Awesome band, music still sounds so good! 💯👋🤷
Claire
Takes me right back to my teenage years, loved Five Star! 💖