When You Wish Upon A Star
Leigh Harline & Paul J. Smith Lyrics
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Makes no difference who you are
cnything your heart desires
Will come to you
If your heart is in your dream
No request is too extreme
When you wish upon a star
cs dreamers do
Fate steps in and sees you through
When you wish upon a star
Your dreams come true
The lyrics to Leigh Harline and Paul J. Smith's song When You Wish Upon a Star from the movie Pinocchio is one of the most beloved and recognizable songs from Disney's animated films. The song is based around the concept that stars have the power to grant wishes. The lyrics suggest that everyone has the ability to make their dreams come true as long as they believe in themselves and their wishes.
The song's opening lines speak to the fact that all stars have a gift or two, one of which is the power to make a wish come true. The idea behind the lyrics is that anything a person desires will come to fruition if they simply wish upon a star. Furthermore, if someone's heart is in his or her dream, then no matter how extreme the request may be, it will still come true. The song's message is one of hope, optimism, and the power of believing in oneself.
The lyrics go on to explain that "fate is kind" and steps in to see people through, bringing them the "sweet fulfillment of their secret longing" like a "bolt out of the blue." The song suggests that if people wish upon a star with a pure heart, their dreams will come true, almost as if fate itself intervenes to make it happen.
Line by Line Meaning
When a star is born
As soon as a star is born, it acquires special abilities
They possess a gift or two
The star obtains one or two powers after it is born
One of them is this
One of the powers that the star acquires is
They have the power to make a wish come true
The ability to grant wishes
When you wish upon a star
If you make a wish upon a star
Makes no diff'rence who you are
Regardless of who you are
Anything your heart desires will come to you
Anything your heart desires will come your way
If your heart is in your dream
If your heart is invested in your goal
No request is too extreme
No matter how difficult it is, there's no request you can't make
When you wish upon a star
If you make a wish upon a star
As dreamers do
Like the way dreamers do
Fate is kind
Luck works in your favor
She brings to those who love
Luck brings to those who are passionate about something
The sweet fulfillment of their secret longing
The satisfying resolution to your unexpressed desires
Like a bolt out of the blue
Happening suddenly, out of nowhere
Fate steps in and sees you through
Luck makes it happen
When you wish upon a star
If you make a wish upon a star
Your dreams come true
Your aspirations become a reality
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: LEIGH HARLIN, NED WASHINGTON
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When a star is born
They possess a gift or two
One of them is this
They have the power to make a wish come true
When you wish upon a star
Makes no difference who you are
Anything your heart desires will come to you
If your heart is in your dream
No request is too extreme
When you wish upon a star as dreamers do
Fate is kind
She brings to those who love
The sweet fulfillment of their secret longing
Like a bolt out of the blue
Fate steps in and sees you through
When you wish upon a star
Your dreams come true
@charleskriegel7049
Performances like this live on forever.what a voice!
@jeanmacomber7859
Was everyone in love with her and her presentation? I was.
@juliespencer4864
Her soulful voice and spirit will live forever in our hearts ... rest in peace dear one!
@jeanmasonmcmahon2515
She has a wonderful voice!
@musicluvr2445
Just as beautiful as always! I love this song and the CD. One of a kind, wasn't she? And will always be remembered by all the music lovers out there. Thanks, Mike.
@rr7firefly
I discovered Wesla on "Fresh Air" yesterday and today I am completely captivated by her voice. Her total respect for the lyrics (straight-on expressive delivery) sets her apart from other singers (who show off way too much with extra syllables).
@rayruiz9532
Most beautiful rendition of when you wish up on a star. It was so smooth and Soothing unlike no other song I have ever heard other.then it being sung. By this Lady, Whitney Houston or Patty Paige it was sooo Beutifull thank you ! Ray. Ruiz :Hayward ,Calif . Land
@jeanmasonmcmahon2515
Lovely voice she has!
@DrKateBrennan
Thank you Mike - my mother Sue Blair loved Wesla. Thank you for this tribute.
@jellevant
So enjoyed listening to this today - and the images were perfect. Thank you.