Hawaii was one of two notable bands to originate from the Aloha State (the other being Sacred Rite), and is one of several bands featuring guitarist extraordinaire Marty Friedman. Having left the mainland and the band Deuce behind him (see the Tension page for more info on that band), Marty toyed with a band called Vixen before forming this band. Interestingly, the vocalist who later joined here (Eddie Day) was also in Deuce back when they were popular. As with many early Shrapnel releases, One Nation Underground is heavy on the guitar work, being a fine showcase for the up-and-coming Friedman. After two albums and an EP, Hawaii folded, with Friedman later seen in Cacophony before moving on to fame and fortune with Megadeth. He currently is working solo, both in metallic and non-metallic capacities.
Members:
Eddie Day vocals
Marty Friedman guitars (Cacophony, Megadeth, Vixen, Aloha, Deuce)
Tom Azevedo guitars
Joey Galisa bass
Jeff Graves drums
Former members:
Gary St. Pierre vocals/bass (Vicious Rumors)
Shooting Star
Hawaii Lyrics
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Count from 1 to 10 and open them
All these heavy thoughts will try to weigh you down
But not this time
Way up in the air, you're finally free
And you can stay up there right next to me
All this gravity will try to pull you down
When the sun goes down and the lights burn out
Then it's time for you to shine
Brighter than a shooting star
So shine no matter where you are
Fill the darkest night with a brilliant light
'Cause it's time for you to shine
Brighter than a shooting star
So shine no matter where you are tonight
Woah-oh, woah-oh, woah-oh
Brighter than a shooting star
Shine no matter where you are tonight
Gaze into my eyes when the fire starts
And fan the flames so hot it melts our hearts
Oh, the pouring rain will try to put it out
But not this time
Let your colors burn and brightly burst
Into a million sparks that all disperse
And illuminate a world that'll try to bring you down
But not this time
When the sun goes down and the lights burn out
Then it's time for you to shine
Brighter than a shooting star
So shine no matter where you are
Fill the darkest night with a brilliant light
'Cause it's time for you to shine
Brighter than a shooting star
So shine no matter where you are tonight
Woah-oh, woah-oh, woah-oh
Brighter than a shooting star
Shine no matter where you are tonight
A thousand heart beats beat in time
It makes this dark planet come alive
So when the lights flicker out tonight
You gotta shine
When the sun goes down and the lights burn out
Then it's time for you to shine
Brighter than a shooting star
So shine no matter where you are
Fill the darkest night with a brilliant light
'Cause it's time for you to shine
Brighter than a shooting star
So shine no matter where you are tonight
Woah-oh, woah-oh, woah-oh
Brighter than a shooting star
So shine no matter where you are tonight
The song "Shooting Star" by Hawaii is about encouraging someone who is feeling weighed down and burdened by their thoughts to break free from it all and shine brightly like a shooting star. It starts off with the invitation to close one's eyes and count to ten before opening them, suggesting a mindfulness exercise to help clear the mind. The lyrics speak of the struggle against the force of gravity that tries to pull us down, particularly when we're feeling low. But the message of the song is that it's possible to rise above all of that and shine brightly, no matter where we are or what we're going through.
The chorus repeats the message of shining brightly like a shooting star, even in the darkest of nights. The bridge adds another layer to the encouragement, saying that the beating of a thousand hearts creates a vitality in the world, and one must shine in order to add to that vibrancy. The song then ends with a repeated invitation to shine no matter what and to do so brightly.
Overall, the song is an uplifting message about breaking free from negative thought patterns and shining brightly in the world. It calls on the listener to rise above the struggles of life and make a positive impact on the world around them.
Line by Line Meaning
Close your tired eyes, relax and then
Take a moment to rest and clear your mind
Count from 1 to 10 and open them
Take a deep breath and try to find some peace
All these heavy thoughts will try to weigh you down
Negative thoughts and worries can drag you down
But not this time
This time, you have the power to rise above them
Way up in the air, you're finally free
When you find a moment of freedom, treasure it
And you can stay up there right next to me
You don't have to go through it alone
All this gravity will try to pull you down
The weight of the world can feel overwhelming
When the sun goes down and the lights burn out
When everything around you seems hopeless
Then it's time for you to shine
It's up to you to find some light in the darkness
Brighter than a shooting star
Your light can shine brilliantly and inspire others
So shine no matter where you are
Your light can make a difference, no matter where you are
Fill the darkest night with a brilliant light
When things seem their darkest, find a way to shine bright
'Cause it's time for you to shine
Now is the time to embrace your own light and let it shine
Gaze into my eyes when the fire starts
Find comfort and support from someone you trust
And fan the flames so hot it melts our hearts
Together, you can create something beautiful and life-changing
Oh, the pouring rain will try to put it out
Challenges and obstacles will try to stop you
Let your colors burn and brightly burst
Don't be afraid to express yourself and be colorful
Into a million sparks that all disperse
Your light can have far-reaching impact in the world
And illuminate a world that'll try to bring you down
Your light can inspire and uplift others, even in tough times
A thousand heart beats beat in time
Despite our differences, we are all connected
It makes this dark planet come alive
The world is full of beauty and wonder, despite its challenges
So when the lights flicker out tonight
Even when the world around us seems uncertain
You gotta shine
We all have the power to bring light into the world
Brighter than a shooting star
Your light can be powerful and transformative
So shine no matter where you are tonight
You can make a difference, wherever you happen to be
Lyrics © ARTS & CRAFTS MUSIC INC DBA GALLERYAC MUSIC, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: DAVID NEWFELD, PATRICK CONAN, SAM GOLDBERG, SAMANTHA TERRY
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idchuffsrhi if bmm
me and my bestfriend saw a shooting star after i broke up with my boyfriend, i loved him truly. After we broke up i met the boy i call my bestfriend and we would bike around town all night during the summer. The last time me and him hung out we stopped to look at the stars in a field when we saw the star.a couple days after he committed and that was the last time i saw him. I was 14 and when i turned 18 his father gave me a letter he wrote me before he died. In the letter he said when we saw that star he wished for me to be happy and that he’d always loved me, i’m 19 now and everytime i see a shooting star it reminds me of him, like the star is his way of saying everything will turn out okay.
Mahad Rashad
Did your best friend left you a letter?
And who died and from what?
Mahad Rashad
Was your best friend in love with you?
idchuffsrhi if bmm
@Mahad Rashad that’s what he said in his letter yes
Mahad Rashad
@idchuffsrhi if bmm I'm sorry to hear that...
He was 14 at the time too?
AMS Flyer
On the night of August 12-13, I saw 62 meteors in four hours. Such a satisfying experience.
sumic (OLD)
I saw about 6, no light pollution and all, the Perseids were weaker this year. But I saw about 17 geminids in the short amount of time we got away from the clouds
Pratik Gaurav
Luckyyyy
Billies watering hoes
The fact that’s my birthday conserns me
8billion slaves
I have seen more than 62 in one hour many times. And they are not flying rocks they are ufos. That is why u will never see them going straight downward unless they are landing or crash landing. They are always travelling sideways and away.