A Fallen Star
Jimmy Newman Lyrics


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A star fell from heaven, right into my arms
The brightest star I know I've ever seen
Then I found out that it was
Only you with all your charms
Who came into my life to fill a dream

A fallen star (a fallen star) that's what you are
The twinkle in your eye came from the sky
You must have been from the Milky Way
A fallen star that's what you are

A fallen star (a fallen star) that's what you are
The twinkle in your eye came from the sky




You must have been from the Milky Way
A fallen star that's what you are

Overall Meaning

Jimmy Newman's song "A Fallen Star" is a romantic ballad that speaks of a dream come true. The song starts with the lines "A star fell from heaven, right into my arms, The brightest star I know I've ever seen," which portrays a desire for someone who seems out of reach, almost like a distant star. However, the singer soon realizes that this fallen star was no celestial object, but a person who filled his life with love and joy. He describes this person as someone with "all your charms" and admits that they turned his dream into a reality.


The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "a fallen star" twice, suggesting that this person is special and unique. The reference to the Milky Way further emphasizes their otherworldly nature. The lyrics express gratitude for having found this special person and paint them as something out of this world.


The song carries a message of love and the belief in the power of dreams. It encourages listeners to hold onto their hopes and to remain optimistic about finding their own "fallen star."


Line by Line Meaning

A star fell from heaven, right into my arms
A beautiful and amazing person came into my life unexpectedly, as if from the heavens, and warmed my heart with their presence


The brightest star I know I've ever seen
This person is the most radiant and special individual I have ever had the pleasure of encountering


Then I found out that it was
As I got to know this person, I realized that the wonderful qualities that made them shine so bright were simply a part of who they are


Only you with all your charms
It was this person's unique and captivating charms that made them stand out like a bright star in my life


Who came into my life to fill a dream
This person fulfilled my deepest desires and dreams by entering my life and bringing their light to it


A fallen star (a fallen star) that's what you are
You are like a star that has fallen from the sky, but in the best possible way - because you bring so much light and joy to my life


The twinkle in your eye came from the sky
Your beautiful and lively eyes seem to sparkle like stars - as if they were sent down from the heavens above


You must have been from the Milky Way
You are so incredible and special that it's almost as if you come from another world, like the Milky Way galaxy


A fallen star that's what you are
You are like a fallen star - so bright and radiant, but now here on Earth to bless my life with your amazing presence




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@bobdenson8212

My wife Bernadine fell into my arms at 16 and lasted 55 and half years until went to be with JESUS R.i.P. my Chickadee

@bobdenson8212

Love you 💞💞💞

@The1sassylady5378

Always loved Jimmy Newman 💖

@FredPickett

What a good good singer.

@johndicksonkaraoke2554

A Classic Song.

@claytonbrown6929

This is the second recording by Jimmy of this song by him. The first was without the background singers. Sang it on the Louisiana Hayride

@williamhenry9609

Great song, beautiful chorus. They don't make great songs like this anymore.

@thedarkwolfv7233

I love how they have the classic record scratch at the beginning right before the song. Song is great, love going to camp and listening to these

@gerardlarkinhaverstock5153

One of the greatest singers of the twenty century and a great American R.I.P.

@haraldskogen9222

I was his guest backstage on Grand Ole Opry the 28.th of octobre 1995. He was a warm and great man and a great singer! What a great song. I will never forget that voice.. Harald from Norway.

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