From the band's own website:
"The Movers – Rich, Scott, Dave and Smitty -- began in New Orleans in 2003 and now are fast-rising stars on the national kids music scene thanks to their combination of radio-friendly songs, kid-friendly themes and dynamic live shows. In concert, the Movers teach high-energy dances, play games with the audience and make music on their one-of-a-kind trashcan drumset. Kids and parents help perform new kids classics like “Shakable You,” “The Medicine Song,” “What’s in the Fridge?” and "I Want My Mommy (Time for Bed).""
and:
"In 2007, Disney Channel green-lighted a Movers television series for Playhouse Disney featuring Rich, Scott, Dave and Smitty as blue-collar brainstormers working hard to solve “idea emergencies” in their Idea Warehouse, a clearinghouse of infinite inspirations. Through songs, stories and skits, the Movers move kids to exercise their bodies and brains."
Superstar
Imagination Movers Lyrics
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Hey!
Hey!
Hey!
Hey!
Hey!
Hey!
Hey!
Hey!
Pick it up
Hey!
Pick it up
Hey!
Pick it up
Hey!
Pick it up
Hey!
Pick it up
La-de-da-da
You're a superstar, a superstar
But what you need is patience
Could you be, could you be, could you be, could you be
Anxious, you're anxious
So you try so hard with all of your might
You're moving too fast, faster than light
You gotta slow down, you wanna know why
There's a wish demand but no supply
You're a superstar, a superstar
But what you lack is patience
Could you be, could you be, could you be, could you be
Anxious, you're anxious
So take your time
Decelerate
Hold your hurry and make it wait
You gotta slow down
You wanna know why
There's a wish demand but no supply
Down, down, down
Slow it down, slow it down
Down, down, down
Slow it down, slow it down, slow it
Oooooh!
You're a superstar, a superstar
But now you practice patience
Wish you may wish you might
Wish you a day, wish you night
Yeah, yeah, you're patient, you're patient
The Imagination Movers' song "Superstar" explores the concept of impatience and how it can affect one's success. The lyrics describe a person who is greatly talented and possesses immense potential but is held back by their inability to be patient. The song encourages this person to slow down and be more patient in order to achieve their goals.
The opening of the song is a repetition of "Hey!", which immediately captures the attention of the listener. The use of the word "Pick it up" also adds to the sense of urgency implied in the lyrics. The chorus then introduces the concept of being a superstar but lacking patience. The lyrics "So you try so hard with all of your might, You're moving too fast, faster than light" further emphasize the idea that the person in question is not giving themselves enough time to succeed.
The second half of the song inspires patience by suggesting to take things slow and to hold one's hurry to make it wait. The repetition of "Down, down, down" combined with the phrase "Slow it down, slow it down," creates a calming effect that draws from slowing the tempo of the song itself. The song encourages listeners to remember that greatness takes time and patience.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey!
A cheerful greeting to catch the listener's attention
Pick it up
Encouraging the listener to take action and make progress
La-de-da-da
A playful filler line to continue the upbeat rhythm
You're a superstar, a superstar
Addressing the listener as someone who has great potential and talent
But what you need is patience
Advising the listener that success often requires patience and perseverance
Could you be, could you be, could you be, could you be
Asking the listener to reflect on their own state of mind
Anxious, you're anxious
Identifying a feeling of anxiety that may be hindering the listener's progress
So take your time
Urging the listener to slow down and not rush through things
Decelerate
Using a different word for slowing down, to reinforce the message
Hold your hurry and make it wait
Advising the listener to resist the urge to rush and let things happen naturally
There's a wish demand but no supply
Pointing out that wishing for something is not enough, and that taking the time to work towards it is necessary
Down, down, down
Adding emphasis to the message of slowing down
Slow it down, slow it down
Repeating the message once more, to make sure it sinks in
Oooooh!
An exclamation of excitement and encouragement, to keep the listener engaged
But now you practice patience
Acknowledging that the listener is making progress towards being more patient
Wish you may wish you might
Using a play on words to suggest that wishing alone is not enough
Wish you a day, wish you night
Continuing the wordplay and emphasizing the importance of taking action
Yeah, yeah, you're patient, you're patient
Concluding with an affirmation that the listener is becoming more patient
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: GLEN SCOTT, MARTIN TEREFE
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