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..
Stars Fell Over Alabama
Linda Scott Lyrics
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All the world a dream come true
Did it really happen, was I really there, was I really there with you?
We lived our little drama, we kissed in a field of white
And stars fell on Alabama last night
I can't forget the glamor, your eyes held a tender light
And stars fell on Alabama last night
A fairy land where no one else could enter
And in the center just you and me, dear
My heart beat like a hammer, my arms wound around you tight
And stars fell on Alabama last night
We lived our little drama, we kissed in a field of white
And stars fell on Alabama last night
I can't forget the glamor, your eyes held a tender light
And stars fell on Alabama last night
I never planned in my imagination a situation so heavenly
A fairy land where no one else could enter
And in the center just you and me, dear
My heart beat like a hammer, my arms wound around you tight
The lyrics of Linda Scott's "Stars Fell Over Alabama" depict a romantic night with a lover in the southern state. The opening line of "Moonlight and magnolia, starlight in your hair" sets the scene with references to the iconic magnolia flowers and moonlight that are commonly associated with the southern United States. The following lines express the feeling of a surreal dream, prompting the singer to question whether the experience was real.
The second verse continues the story of their night together, describing a kiss in a "field of white" where stars fell on Alabama. The lyrics emphasize the glamour of the moment and highlight the tenderness in the eyes of the beloved. The singer expresses surprise at finding themselves in such a heavenly situation, a secret fairyland that only the two of them can enter, and their heart beats in sync with the intensity of the moment.
The chorus repeats the imagery of the stars falling on Alabama, evoking a magical and memorable night, while simultaneously expressing the singer's inability to forget the tenderness and romance of the moment. The lyrics conclude with a reflection on the surreal experience, with the singer holding their beloved tightly and feeling the intensity of the moment as if it were a dream.
Overall, the lyrics of "Stars Fell Over Alabama" combine beautiful imagery and powerful emotions to capture the essence of a romantic night in the southern United States, conveying the sense of awe and wonder that can arise in a moment of intimacy.
Line by Line Meaning
Moonlight and magnolia, starlight in your hair
The romantic and picturesque scene of a moonlit night with white magnolias and shining stars is elevated by the beauty of the person's hair.
All the world a dream come true
The singer feels as though they are living in a perfect and surreal world.
Did it really happen, was I really there, was I really there with you?
The singer questions the reality of the situation because it seems too good to be true.
We lived our little drama, we kissed in a field of white
The artist and their partner experienced a romantic moment together in a field of white flowers.
And stars fell on Alabama last night
The beauty of the moment was so profound that it felt as though the stars themselves were falling from the sky.
I can't forget the glamor, your eyes held a tender light
The singer is unable to forget the beauty of their partner's eyes during the romantic moment.
I never planned in my imagination a situation so heavenly
The singer never expected to experience such a perfect and surreal moment.
A fairy land where no one else could enter
The moment felt as though it existed in a separate and magical world only accessible by the artist and their partner.
And in the center just you and me, dear
The moment was focused solely on the intimacy and connection between the artist and their partner.
My heart beat like a hammer, my arms wound around you tight
The artist's emotions were so intense that their heart felt like it was pounding and they held onto their partner tightly.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Frank Perkins, Frank S Perkins, Mitchell Parish
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