Reilly was born in Glasgow. Her early career included singing with the Scottish Jazz Funk band Cado Belle. In 1992, she issued her debut solo album "Echoes", from which the singles "Everytime We Touch", "Tears in the Rain" and "Wait" were the most successful ones, followed by "Midnight Sun" in 1993, "Elena" in 1996, "Starcrossed" in 2000, "Save it for a Rainy Day" in 2003 and "Rowan" in 2006.
In 2006, a Eurodance-styled cover of Maggie's "Every time We Touch" by the German trio Cascada became a world-wide hit.
She has also worked with many others including Mike Batt (on his "The Hunting of the Snark" album), Jack Bruce, Dave Greenfield & Jan-Jacques Burnel, Lesiëm, Ralph McTell, Simon Nicol (of Fairport Convention), Runrig, The Sisters of Mercy and Smokie.
Twinkle Twinkle Little Star
Maggie Reilly Lyrics
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How I wonder what you are
Up above the clouds so high
Like a diamond in the sky
Twinkle, twinkle, little star
How I wonder what you are
"I thought that was really nice"
Maggie Reilly's rendition of the classic children's song "Twinkle Twinkle Little Star" is a soothing lullaby that speaks to the wonder and awe of looking up at the skylit heavens. The first verse establishes the singer's wistfulness as they contemplate the enigmatic nature of the twinkling celestial object. "How I wonder what you are" speaks to the longing for knowledge and understanding of a vast universe that seems impossible to fathom. The final line of the verse repeats the title phrase, emphasizing the song's simplicity and accessibility to a childlike, curious mind.
The second verse creates an image of the star as something heavenly and pure, yet impossible to reach. The phrase "up above the clouds so high" positions the star as something untouchable, existing in a realm beyond human reach. The comparison to a "diamond in the sky" speaks to the star's preciousness and elegance, creating a sense of admiration and reverence for the celestial object. The final line of the verse repeats the second half of the first verse, bringing the song full circle and returning to the sense of wonder and longing found in the opening lines.
Overall, Maggie Reilly's version of "Twinkle Twinkle Little Star" captures the wondrous and enigmatic nature of the starry sky, inspiring contemplation and curiosity in listeners of all ages.
Line by Line Meaning
Twinkle, twinkle, little star
Oh, gentle and tiny shining star
How I wonder what you are
I am curious to know your nature and existence
Up above the clouds so high
You reside beyond the vast and distant clouds
Like a diamond in the sky
Your brilliance is as precious and gleaming as a diamond
Twinkle, twinkle, little star
Oh, gentle and tiny shining star
How I wonder what you are
I am curious to know your nature and existence
I thought that was really nice
This statement is not part of the song lyrics.
Contributed by Penelope S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.