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Sparkle
Marching Band Lyrics
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In an endless progress of acknowledgment, we're found
In our present process of rising success, we'll shine
Where did you find that sparkle?
With a start among youth, comes exposing the stupidity
Where did you find that sparkle?
(Where did you find that sparkle?)
Through the emptiness of celebrity life, we'll shine
(Where did you find that sparkle?)
We'll shine
I want some of that sparkle
(Where did you find that sparkle?)
We'll shine
I want some of that sparkle
Will I get very far with my voice and guitar
Being a well drunken boy from the back of a car
Wasting all of my life on a hope that you'll find something valuable, something one of a kind
Making friends on the way to seduce and dismay
When I get to the top, it's a desolate place
And the line that I walk, it is paved with emery
But I'm feeling content with the money I make
Cause the dollars and cents never cease to amaze
They will shine
We'll shine
We'll shine
We'll shine
Where did you find that sparkle?
We'll shine
Where did you find that sparkle?
Say you have nothing
Say you have nothing at all
Say you have nothing
Say you have nothing at all
(We'll shine)
Say you have nothing
Say you have nothing at all
(We'll shine)
Say you have nothing
Say you have nothing and nothing at all
At all
The lyrics to "Sparkle" by Marching Band are an introspective exploration into the desire for success and the emptiness of fame. The repetition of the question "Where did you find that sparkle?" suggests that the singer is searching for the source of the spark that drives successful individuals. The line "In an endless progress of acknowledgment, we're found" seems to suggest that the achieving success and gaining acknowledgement is a never-ending process, and that it is this process that ultimately leads to success. However, the following line "With a start among youth, comes exposing the stupidity" suggests that the singer is aware of the downsides of the pursuit of success and recognition, such as exposing oneself to ridicule and criticism.
The second verse of the song is a reflection on the singer's own desire for success, and their doubts about whether they will ever achieve it. The line "Will I get very far with my voice and guitar/ Being a well drunken boy from the back of a car" suggests that the singer sees themselves as an underdog, with little chance of success. However, they are still willing to chase that dream, even if it means sacrificing their relationships and inner peace. The line "When I get to the top, it's a desolate place/ And the line that I walk, it is paved with emery" suggests that the singer believes that success comes at a great cost, and that it can be a lonely and difficult path.
Overall, the song seems to suggest that the pursuit of success and recognition can be both alluring and empty. While the promise of success may be tempting, it ultimately comes with a great deal of sacrifice, and the cost may not be worth the reward.
Line by Line Meaning
Where did you find that sparkle?
In our journey towards recognition and success, where did you acquire that special shine?
In an endless progress of acknowledgment, we're found
We constantly strive for recognition and validation in our pursuits and it fuels our sparkles.
In our present process of rising success, we'll shine
Our current trajectory towards great achievement will make us stand out and shine.
With a start among youth, comes exposing the stupidity
Starting out young, we become privy to the follies and foolishness of mistakes we make - this brings us closer to the sparkle.
Through the emptiness of celebrity life, we'll shine
Despite the vacuousness of the life of fame, it does not matter because we continue to shine brightly.
I want some of that sparkle
The sparkles of others are so dazzling and attractive that we want to acquire and emulate them in our own lives.
Will I get very far with my voice and guitar
Can I achieve big success in finding my own voice and expressing myself through music?
Being a well drunken boy from the back of a car
Despite my humble beginnings and my sometimes wild and reckless ways, I still believe in my own potential.
Wasting all of my life on a hope that you'll find something valuable, something one of a kind
I've dedicated all my time and energy to my art, hoping that I would create something unique and special that others would find valuable.
Making friends on the way to seduce and dismay
Along the way to success, I've met many people - some who have supported me, and some who have let me down.
When I get to the top, it's a desolate place
Despite achieving great heights, it can be isolating and lonely at the top.
And the line that I walk, it is paved with emery
The road to success can be rough and challenging, but it's still the path I've chosen.
But I'm feeling content with the money I make
Despite the challenges, I've found some level of comfort in the financial rewards of success.
Cause the dollars and cents never cease to amaze
Even though I'm content with my current earnings, I'm still amazed by the money I make.
Say you have nothing
Even if one has very little or nothing, it doesn't matter because the way we shine will always reflect our inner selves.
(We'll shine)
Regardless of the circumstances, we will always shine.
Say you have nothing at all
Even if one has absolutely nothing, the light within them still shines brightly.
At all
No matter what, we will always shine, even if the circumstances try to dull our sparkle.
Contributed by Dominic M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.