Most recently, Wesley has performed as sideman, guitarist/vocalist for critically acclaimed Atlantic/Roadrunner Records U.K.-based recording act Porcupine Tree, during the In Absentia, Deadwing, Fear of a Blank Planet, and The Incident world tours. Wesley's versatility shows from his diverse touring background. In recent years he has performed lead guitars and background vocals for White Lion front man Mike Tramp, subbed on lead guitar and bass for Gainsville's Sister Hazel, and as lead guitarist for Scottish neo-prog band Fish on many lengthy European, American and South American Tours and on several U.S. and European Solo dates.
In 2005, Wesley produced and recorded his fifth studio release, Shiver, co-produced by Mark Prator, and mixed by Steven Wilson of Porcupine Tree.
He has an official fan website at http://www.john-wesley.com where fans can read lyrics, view photos and preview album clips.
On the 24th August 2007, John Wesley announced that he was making the majority of his solo material available for free download on his website http://www.john-wesley.com, in what he called his "Share the Wes" policy. He will still be offering certain CDs and new releases for purchase at gigs and online.
2. John Wesley was an American soul singer of the 1960s, who released most of his music on the Melic record label. Most of his recordings were credited to John Wesley & The Four Tees, except for a 1966 single called 'Love Is Such a Funny Thing', which was recorded with The Four Tees but credited to Wesley alone.
Star
John Wesley Lyrics
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Numb, vindictive, chained to a ghost
Chant a worn out Mantra
Today's the day, I let go
Some bricks keep comin back
No matter where you throw em...
I stare up into the sky
Hey Star, how about little light to show me where you are
Hey Star, a little mercy here would go pretty far
Hey Star, is this the year, the year of letting go
Hey Star
Losing's a part of living
Something we all go through
At least that's what you tell yourself
when it's happening to you
I Read in some book
It takes about year to let go
Yet some of us keep hangin' on
To our unbreakable ropes
I stare up into the sky
Pray for little light to take away night...
Hey Star, how about little light to show me where you are
Hey Star, how bout a little light to illuminate these scars
Hey Star, This is my year...
John Wesley’s song Star is an emotional journey about letting go of past traumas and embracing a brighter future. The lyrics are powerful and evocative, urging the listener to rise above their pain and seek a new beginning. The first verse describes the feeling of being stuck in the past, “numb, vindictive, chained to a ghost”. The singer of the song is tired of living in this state, and so he chants a “worn-out mantra” promising to let go today. He throws away metaphorical bricks only to find that they keep coming back.
In the chorus, the songwriter addresses a star in the night sky, asking for guidance and mercy. The lyrics express a desire for hope and positivity. The singer wonders if this is the year he’ll finally be able to let go of his past and move forward. The second verse reiterates the idea that losing is a part of living, but it’s something we all must endure. The songwriter reflects on the idea that healing takes time, yet we often hold onto our pain for longer than necessary.
The message of the song is powerful and inspiring. Sometimes we need to let go of things in order to move forward, but it’s never easy. John Wesley’s song Star reminds us that hope is always within reach, even in the darkest of times.
Line by Line Meaning
I swore, I' never be one of those
I promised myself that I would never become someone who is numb, vindictive and held back by the past.
Numb, vindictive, chained to a ghost
Feeling emotionally dead, holding grudges and being held back by a painful past.
Chant a worn out Mantra
Repeating the same old beliefs or sayings, even if they're no longer helpful or relevant.
Today's the day, I let go
It's time to move on and release the past.
Some bricks keep comin back
No matter where you throw em...
Some problems or memories keep resurfacing, no matter how hard you try to get rid of them.
I stare up into the sky
Pray for little light chase away the night...
Looking upwards for guidance or hope, asking for a small glimmer of light to bring relief from darkness and despair.
Hey Star, how about little light to show me where you are
Hey Star, a little mercy here would go pretty far
Hey Star, is this the year, the year of letting go
Hey Star
Asking for guidance, compassion, and a sign that this is the right time to let go of the past.
Losing's a part of living
Something we all go through
At least that's what you tell yourself
when it's happening to you
Acknowledging that everyone experiences loss and hardship, but sometimes it's hard to remember that when you're going through it yourself.
I Read in some book
It takes about year to let go
Yet some of us keep hangin' on
To our unbreakable ropes
Referencing advice from others that says it's normal to take time to let go, yet acknowledging that some people have a hard time releasing their pain and moving forward.
Hey Star, how about little light to show me where you are
Hey Star, how bout a little light to illuminate these scars
Hey Star, This is my year...
Continuing to seek guidance and asking for a light to heal old wounds, hoping that this is the year to finally let go.
Contributed by Lila S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.