Superstar
Madonna Lyrics

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Ooh, ooh
Ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh la la
Ooh, ooh
Ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh la la

You're like Brando on the silver screen
You're my hero in a mythical dream
You are perfect, just the way that you are

You're Mike Jordan, you're my superstar

Ooh la la, you're my superstar
Ooh la la, love the way that you are
Ooh la la, you're my superstar
Ooh la la, that's what you are

I'm your biggest fan, it's true
Hopelessly attracted to you
You can have the keys to my car
I'll play you a song on my guitar

Ooh la la, you're my superstar
Ooh la la, love the way that you are
Ooh la la, you're my superstar
Ooh la la, that's what you are

Ooh, ooh
Ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh la la
Ooh, ooh
Ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh la la

You're my gangster
You're like Al Capone
You're like Caesar
Stepping onto the throne
You're Abe Lincoln
'Cause you fight for what's right
You're my angel
Bringing peace to my life

Ooh la la, you're my superstar
Ooh la la, love the way that you are
Ooh la la, you're my superstar
Ooh la la, that's what you are

I'm your biggest fan, it's true
Hopelessly attracted to you
You can have the password to my phone
I'll give you a massage when you get home

Ooh la la, you're my superstar
Ooh la la, love the way that you are
Ooh la la, you're my superstar
Ooh la la, that's what you are

You're Bruce Lee, with the way that you move
You're Travolta, getting into your groove
You're James Dean, driving in your fast car
You're a hot track, you're my super-duper star

You're my superstar
You're my superstar (ooh la la, ooh la la)
You're my superstar (ooh la la, ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh la la)

I'm your biggest fan, it's true
Hopelessly attracted to you
You can have the keys to my car
I'll play you a song on my guitar (oh-ooh-oh-ooh-oh)

Ooh la la, you're my superstar (oh-ooh-oh-ooh-oh)
Ooh la la, love the way that you are (oh-ooh-oh-ooh-oh, ooh)
Ooh la la, you're my superstar (oh-ooh-oh-ooh-oh)
Ooh la la, that's what you are

Ooh la la, ooh la la (oh-ooh-oh-ooh-oh)
Ooh la la, you're my superstar

Ooh la la, ooh la la (oh-ooh-oh-ooh-ooh)
Ooh la la, you're my super, superstar

Overall Meaning

Madonna's song "Superstar" is a tribute to the people in our lives who we idolize and hold in high regard. The lyrics express adoration for this special person and highlight their qualities that make them stand out. The song compares the person to various icons, such as Brando, Jordan, Capone, and James Dean, to capture the essence of their greatness.

The chorus emphasizes the person's status as a superstar, with the repeated phrase "Ooh la la, you're my superstar, love the way that you are," emphasizing their perfect imperfection. The bridge further emphasizes the person's significance in Madonna's life by offering them access to her car, phone, and even a massage.

Overall, "Superstar" is a catchy, upbeat tribute to the people who inspire us and make us feel special.

Line by Line Meaning

Ooh Ooh
Sound of excitement and anticipation

Ooh la la
Expression indicating admiration and attraction

You're like Brando on the silver screen
Comparing the person to great actors, emphasizing their charm and appeal

You're my hero in a mythical dream
Describing the person as a mythical figure who embodies perfection and greatness in the dreamer's mind

You are perfect just the way that you are
Acknowledging and accepting the person's flaws and imperfections while still loving them unconditionally

You're Mike Jordan, you're my superstar
Using a famous athlete as a symbol of excellence to express admiration for the person's skills and achievements

I'm your biggest fan, it's true
Expressing extreme admiration and devotion to the person being addressed

Hopelessly attracted to you
Emphasizing a strong romantic or sexual attraction

You can have the keys to my car
Offering a symbolic gesture of trust and submission

I'll play you a song on my guitar
Offering an act of devotion and admiration, expressed through a creative outlet

You're my gangster
Attributing strength, boldness, and fearlessness to the person

You're like Al Capone
Using a famous criminal as a symbol of power and influence to express admiration for the person's dominant personality

You're like Ceasar
Comparing the person to a great ruler to emphasize their leadership and authority

Stepping onto the throne
Metaphor for taking control and asserting oneself as a leader

You're Abe Lincoln
Using a famous president as a symbol of integrity and morality to express admiration for the person's values and principles

'Cause you fight for what's right
Acknowledging the person's commitment to justice and fairness

You're my angel
Attributing kindness, compassion, and purity to the person

Bringing peace to my life
Metaphor for the person being a source of comfort and tranquility in the singer's life

You're Bruce Lee with the way that you move
Comparing the person to a famous martial artist to express admiration for their physical prowess and agility

You're Travolta getting into your groove
Comparing the person to a famous actor to express admiration for their style and charisma

You're James Dean driving in your fast car
Comparing the person to a famous actor to express admiration for their rebellious spirit and charm

You're a hot track, you're my suppa duppa star
Using music as a metaphor to express admiration for the person's allure and appeal

Ooh la la, ooh la la, ooh la la, you're my superstar
Reiterating the person's status as a superstar and expressing admiration for them

Ooh la la, ooh la la, ooh la la, you're my supersuperstar
Emphasizing the artist's extreme admiration and devotion to the person through repetition

Lyrics © Downtown Music Publishing, Cloud9, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Hardy Muanza, Madonna Ciccone, Michael Malih

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