Counting Stars
Glenn Mc Cuen Lyrics
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Dreaming about the things that we could be
But, baby, I've been, I've been praying hard
Said, no more counting dollars
We'll be counting stars, yeah, we'll be counting stars
I see this life like a swinging vine
Swing my heart across the line
And my face is flashing signs
Old, but I'm not that old
Young, but I'm not that bold
I don't think the world is sold
I'm just doing what we're told
I feel something so right
Doing the wrong thing
I feel something so wrong
Doing the right thing
I couldn't lie, couldn't lie, couldn't lie
Everything that kills me makes me feel alive
Lately, I've been, I've been losing sleep
Dreaming about the things that we could be
But, baby, I've been, I've been praying hard
Said, no more counting dollars
We'll be counting stars
I feel the love and I feel it burn
Down this river, every turn
Hope is a four-letter word
Make that money, watch it burn
Old, but I'm not that old
Young, but I'm not that bold
I don't think the world is sold
I'm just doing what we're told
I feel something so wrong
Doing the right thing
I couldn't lie, couldn't lie, couldn't lie
Everything that drowns me makes me wanna fly
Lately, I've been, I've been losing sleep
Dreaming about the things that we could be
But, baby, I've been, I've been praying hard
Said, no more counting dollars
We'll be counting stars
Lately, I've been, I've been losing sleep
Dreaming about the things that we could be
But, baby, I've been, I've been praying hard
Said, no more counting dollars
We'll be, we'll be counting stars
Take that money
Watch it burn
Sink in the river
The lessons are learnt
Take that money
Watch it burn
Sink in the river
The lessons are learnt
Take that money
Watch it burn
Sink in the river
The lessons are learnt
Take that money
Watch it burn
Sink in the river
The lessons are learnt
Everything that kills me...
...makes feel alive
Lately, I've been, I've been losing sleep
Dreaming about the things that we could be
But, baby, I've been, I've been praying hard
Said, no more counting dollars
We'll be counting stars
Lately, I've been, I've been losing sleep
Dreaming about the things that we could be
But, baby, I've been, I've been praying hard
Said, no more counting dollars
We'll be, we'll be, counting stars
Take that money
Watch it burn
Sink in the river
The lessons are learnt
Take that money
Watch it burn
Sink in the river
The lessons are learnt
Take that money
Watch it burn
Sink in the river
The lessons are learnt
Take that money
Watch it burn
Sink in the river
The lessons are learnt
The song "Counting Stars" by Glenn McCuen expresses the struggle and yearning for success in life. The lyrics speak of losing sleep and constantly dreaming of achieving greatness or fulfilling a certain potential. The line "no more counting dollars, we'll be counting stars" suggests that instead of focusing solely on financial gain, the lyrics advocate for pursuing something greater, something that will bring fulfillment and happiness.
The verses also suggest an internal conflict between doing what is right and what feels right. The lyrics show that sometimes it is hard to make the right choices and that doing what feels right may not always align with what is expected or what society deems appropriate. The chorus repeats the idea of dreaming of what could be and praying hard for it to come true, emphasizing yet again the themes of aspiration and yearning for something more.
Line by Line Meaning
Lately, I've been, I've been losing sleep
I have been having trouble sleeping lately
Dreaming about the things that we could be
I am imagining the possibilities for our future together
But, baby, I've been, I've been praying hard
I have been praying for guidance and strength
Said, no more counting dollars
I no longer want to focus on accumulating wealth
We'll be counting stars, yeah, we'll be counting stars
We will focus on the beauty and wonder in the universe
I see this life like a swinging vine
I think of life as a metaphorical vine that swings back and forth
Swing my heart across the line
I am willing to take risks with my emotions and feelings
And my face is flashing signs
My emotions are written all over my face
Seek it out and you shall find
If you actively search for something, you will eventually discover it
Old, but I'm not that old
I am not very old, but not very young either
Young, but I'm not that bold
I am not very bold despite my youthfulness
I don't think the world is sold
I do not think that everything in the world can be bought or sold
I'm just doing what we're told
I am following what society dictates
I feel something so right
There's something inside me telling me that what I am pursuing is correct
Doing the wrong thing
Despite this feeling, I feel like I am doing something wrong
I feel something so wrong
There's something inside me telling me that what I am pursuing is incorrect
Doing the right thing
Despite this feeling, I feel like I am doing something right
I couldn't lie, couldn't lie, couldn't lie
I cannot lie about my feelings or the truth
Everything that kills me makes me feel alive
The things that scare me the most actually make me feel more alive
I feel the love and I feel it burn
I am experiencing intense feelings of love
Down this river, every turn
The path of life is like a winding river, with surprises at every bend
Hope is a four-letter word
Hope is a simple word with deep, complex implications
Make that money, watch it burn
Spending money recklessly can be satisfying and cathartic
Everything that drowns me makes me wanna fly
The things that weigh me down the most inspire me to reach new heights
Take that money
I have accumulated a lot of money
Watch it burn
However, I am willing to let it go
Sink in the river
I am letting go of my attachments to material possessions
The lessons are learnt
I am learning valuable life lessons from this experience
Contributed by Caroline M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@federicolegend1234
this guy is so freakin' undervalued....
@Keepyoursoulrecords
Today we highlight Glenn McCuen. He covered the song Counting Stars on piano.
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@cosioalvagonittersolan7527
Boooooo i hate your song you don't single like one republic
@olgalovem
omg he was a windigo on teen wolf OMG OMG OMG he CAN REALLY sing amazing love him even more !!!!! <3
@achisuyvarstevzebi8545
yep :D
@HP1818
Everyone is a damn singer... This just made me like him even more
@larissax9700
Please feature Two Worlds! That would be amazing! ♥
@ilovethemiz12
he's amazing.
@octaviablake399
He has an amazing voice. Could he sing another new songs?
@sagroove
OUTSTANDING!!!