Born in Queens, New York, Linda Scott was still in high school when she auditioned for Arthur Godfrey's radio show on CBS in 1959. After having won a place on the show, Linda and other young performers became regular guests on the show. During the show's run the young singer came to the attention of Epic records and Linda made her recording debut (singing as Linda Sampson) with the single 'In-Between Teen'.
In 1961 she signed with the Canadian-American label, a label that had struck gold with the Santo & Johnny single 'Sleep Walk'. Though still in high school, the label changed her performing name to Linda Scott producing and releasing the hit 'I've Told Every Little Star'. The song was originally written by Oscar Hammerstein II and Jerome Kern and was first used in the 1932 production of 'Music In The Air'. That year Scott had a total of 3 top 20 hits. She also wrote some of her own music, unusual for the time, including 'Three Guesses' which was the B side of 'I've Told Every Little Star' The next year she recorded for both Canadian-American records and it’s sister label Congress records. She also appeared in 'Don't Knock The Twist' starring Chubby Checker singing Yessiree'.
Though she released several more singles over the next 3 years they were less and less successful. Her last chart appearance was 'Who's Been Sleeping In My Bed' released in January 1964, the same month the Beatles made their first chart appearance.
In 1965 she became a cast member of the TV rock show ‘Where the Action is’ which she co-hosted with singer Steve Alaimo. Scott's last recording, 'They Don't Know You', was released in 1968 on RCA records and Scott quit show business soon after to pursue studies in theology. She was an army medical laboratory technician for two years and later received a degree in Theology from Kingsway Christian College and Theological Seminary in Des Moines.
The Complete Hits of Linda Scott was released by Bay area Eric records and “I’ve Told Every Little Star” was included in director David Lynch’s film Mulholland Dr..
Blue Star
Linda Scott Lyrics
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And there's no-one around in here
I'll look at you star of blue
And my troubles disappear
Blue star
When I am blue
All I do is look at you
And I never get lonely
When you shine from above
With you always up there
I don't dare to have a care
For I want to show that
Your glow lets me know
That you know that I'm not the blue star
With you always up there
I don't dare to have a care
For I want to show that
Your glow lets me know
That you know that I'm not the blue star.
The opening lines of the song "Blue Star" by Linda Scott describe a feeling that many people can relate to: being alone and feeling downhearted. However, the lyrics suggest that the blue star that is being referred to has the power to lift the singer's spirits and chase away any negative emotions. She finds solace in gazing at the star, as though connecting with its light somehow makes her feel better. This might suggest that the star is serving as a sort of symbol for hope, or possibly even for a higher power that is providing comfort and support during difficult times.
Throughout the song, the lyrics express a sense of comfort and reassurance that is associated with the blue star. The singer seems to be addressing the star, telling it that even when she is feeling blue, she finds peace of mind in its glow. She acknowledges that the star is always up there, shining brightly, and this makes her feel safe and secure. There is a sense of mutual understanding between the singer and the star, as though the star is aware of her struggles and is providing support in its own way. Ultimately, the song suggests that even when things are tough, there is always hope and comfort to be found in the beauty of the world around us.
Line by Line Meaning
When things go wrong
In times of distress and hardship
And there's no-one around in here
With no one nearby to provide comfort or support
I'll look at you star of blue
I turn to a specific blue star for solace and reassurance
And my troubles disappear
As a result, my problems vanish, and I feel at ease
Blue star
Referring to the specific blue-colored star in question
When I am blue
When I am feeling down or melancholic
All I do is look at you
My gaze fixates on this particular star
For I seen to find peace of mind
As a result, I attain a sense of tranquility and inner calmness
And I never get lonely
Moreover, I do not experience feelings of isolation or solitude
When you shine from above
As long as the star continues to emit light from the sky
With you always up there
As long as the star remains in the sky
I don't dare to have a care
I do not allow myself to be burdened or worried
For I want to show that
I want to demonstrate to the star that
Your glow lets me know
The light emitted by the star provides me with validation and acknowledgment
That you know that I'm not the blue star
Because of this, I understand that the star recognizes me as a separate entity
Writer(s): Edward Heyman, Victor Young
Contributed by Isabelle Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@bhanglorenzo4625
Miss my parents, they are now in heaven.
@diannequingco2596
It reminds me of my younger days, whenever I heard this song, my eyes became teary. I can't help but wonder why, I'm 67 years old.
@patstocker3658
Same for me and I’m 81
@nobodyknows6910
What a beautiful song!! 😍😍
I remember hearing this song from my Grandma when i am
3 - 4 years old, she will tell me to sleep
@troytempest4918
Great song. I was 9 years old when this came out in '61.
@user-xf6lo6dn3n
I love it to hear always
@amadobustamante5237
This song reminds me of my elementary days in sunny Philippines long time ago. One of my classmates , Ida Pascua , always sang this song in front of our class whenever we had a class program . I wonder where she is now . I really love this song , too , and it is one of my all-time favorites.
@rosadesosa48
Mama
@josedejesuslemos7566
Golden old times. Blue star is breathe taken. Really a love song...
@sandtrapful
I love Linda Scott, this song was our Junior Prom theme, its so very beautiful, it takes me back to my high school days