In 2009, Evancho independently released her debut album, "Prelude to a Dream". The album was released with just 4,000 printings. Because of digital success following her appearance on the fifth season of America's Got Talent, the album charted in the 121st position of the Billboard 200 albums, and the 2nd position of the Billboard Classical albums chart. Following a whirlwind of media coverage after her second place finish on the show, Evancho released her debut holiday EP, "O Holy Night", in November 2010. The album debuted at number two on the Billboard 200 albums, and number one on the Billboard Classical albums, and later achieved Platinum status. Evancho is the youngest solo artist ever to go Platinum in the U.S.
In June 2011, Evancho's debut studio album, "Dream With Me", was released, and charted at number two on the Billboard 200 albums, and number one of the Billboard Classical albums. The album would later achieve "Gold" status, and sell in excess of 500,000 copies.
In late 2011, Evancho's sophomore album, "Heavenly Christmas", was released exclusively through American retailer Walmart. The album debuted at number one on the Classical album chart, becoming her fourth consecutive work to do so. It also debuted in the top 20 of the Billboard 200 albums.
All of the Stars
Jackie Evancho Lyrics
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And I'm staring at the moon
Saw a shooting star and thought of you
I sang a lullaby
By the water side and knew
If you were here, I′d sing to you
You're on the other side
As the skyline splits in two
I can see the stars
From America
I wonder, do you see them, too?
So open your eyes and see
The way our horizons meet
And all of the lights will lead
Into the night with me
And I know these scars will bleed
But both of our hearts believe
All of these stars will guide us home
I can hear your heart
On the radio beat
They′re playing "Chasing Cars"
And I thought of us
Back to the time
You were lying next to me
I looked across and fell in love
So I took your hand
Back through lands and streets I knew
Everything led back to you
So can you see the stars?
Over Amsterdam
You′re the song my heart is beating to
So open your eyes and see
The way our horizons meet
And all of the lights will lead
Into the night with me
And I know these scars will bleed
But both of our hearts believe
And all of these stars will guide us home
I know, oh-oh
I know, oh-oh-oh
I know, oh-oh, oh-oh-oh-oh
I can see the stars
From America
The lyrics to Jackie Evancho's song "All of the Stars" depict a longing for connection and reunion with a loved one who is physically distant. The opening lines convey a sense of loneliness as the singer looks up at the moon, reminiscing about a shooting star and thinking of the person they miss. The mention of singing a lullaby by the water side suggests a sense of solace and comfort that the singer wishes they could provide to the person they are separated from. The sentiment of longing is further amplified as the singer realizes the physical distance between them, with the skyline splitting in two and the yearning to see the other person becoming even stronger.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the shared experiences and connection between the two individuals, despite their physical separation. The singer mentions seeing the stars from America and wondering if their loved one sees the same stars as well. It symbolizes a desire for unity and a reminder that even though they are apart, they are still connected by the beauty of the night sky. The lyrics urge the person on the other side to open their eyes and recognize the way their horizons would meet if they were together. It suggests that despite the challenges and scars they may face, their hearts still believe that the stars will guide them home to each other.
In the second verse, the singer reflects on a specific memory shared with their loved one, when they were lying next to each other and the song "Chasing Cars" played on the radio. This memory triggers a deep emotional connection, emphasizing the power of music to evoke strong feelings and memories. The singer took their loved one's hand and embarked on a journey through familiar lands and streets, ultimately realizing that everything leads back to this person, reinforcing the idea that they are meant to be together.
Overall, "All of the Stars" captures the longing, hope, and belief in a love that transcends physical distance. It acknowledges the challenges and scars that may arise, but it remains optimistic that the stars will guide the two individuals back to one another.
Writer(s): Ed Sheeran, Johnny Mcdaid
Contributed by Hudson O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@TheKangleipak
It's just another night
And I'm staring at the moon
I saw a shooting star
And thought of you
I sang a lullaby
By the waterside and knew
If you were here,
I'd sing to you
You're on the other side
As the skyline splits in two
I'm miles away from seeing you
I can see the stars
From America
I wonder, do you see them, too?
So open your eyes and see
The way our horizons meet
And all of the lights will lead
Into the night with me
And I know these scars will bleed
But both of our hearts believe
All of these stars will guide us home
I can hear your heart
On the radio beat
They're playing 'Chasing Cars'
And I thought of us
Back to the time,
You were lying next to me
I looked across and fell in love
So I took your hand
Back through lamp lit streets I knew
Everything led back to you
So can you see the stars?
Over Amsterdam
You're the song my heart is
Beating to
So open your eyes and see
The way our horizons meet
And all of the lights will lead
Into the night with me
And I know these scars will bleed
But both of our hearts believe
All of these stars will guide us home
And, oh, I know
And oh, I know, oh
I can see the stars
From America
@ceretomer5987
I like how Jackie showcases her ability to hit the high and low notes. This isn't the best song out there but Jackie performs it very nicely. Her voice is getting stronger and is as beautiful as ever and it's going to get better. Imagine that.
@bruceh7211
+cere tomer Yes. She was asked in a recent interview if she's noticed changes in her voice over the years. Her reply, in effect, was that she has and now has more control over her voice and get hit the high and low notes better.
@ceretomer5987
bruceh7211 Let us hope that she continues to improve. I would like to see her get as good as or better than the likes of Sissel or Sierra Boggess.
@GOD-bh8ff
she deserves more, her voice is like an angel
@rehoboth2721
Kids the 5th richest self made teen in the world. If you mean more fame those who have to much of that are seldom happy about it. Jackie gets paid well and recognized on occasion. Kind of a nice place for Goldilocks to dwell.
@adiadindas
Well it is because of the voice or look, e.g good looking
@rd1903
@@adiadindas Looks & talent is a good combination, always has been and always will be.
@KristinaTurnerAquarius
I should still look like myself.
@ValerieWarntz
love this
@santimari7946
Good voice