He currently is the lead singer of the Finnish Symphonical Power Metal band Thaurorod
Stars
Michele Luppi Lyrics
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Make up your mind! Ha, ha, ha...
Woah, yeah!
Walking down Hollywood Boulevard
All the stars were burning under my shoes
I wonder... What's the price they had to pay to lay there?
Then I came back to my hometown
There are no stars stuck on the streets, no...
But I can see all the characters around me
I wonder what's my role in this masquerade
All we need is a better place
Yeah, where we all stay togheter
And this place lies within our minds
Ah, you've gotta start thinking about it
And make up your mind
I don't wanna be a star
I still wanna be a human being
They say that it's a wild, wild ride
I don't wanna be a star
And I said I still wanna be a human being
'Cuz it's a wild, wild ride... Woah, yeah!
(Make up your mind! Ha, ha, ha...)
Homes filled with wives... So angry with life
Bars full of men drinking for discontent
Some people jump higher they know how to jam
But we're all the same, that's what I think, yeah
All we need is a better place
Yeah, where we all stay togheter
And this place lies within our minds
I said you've gotta start thinking about it
And make up your mind
I don't wanna be a star
I still wanna be a human being
They say that it's a wild, wild ride
I don't wanna be a star
And I said I still wanna be a human being
'Cuz it's a wild, wild ride... Yeah!
Ooh... I don't wanna be a star...
I don't wanna be a star
I still wanna be a human being
They say that it's a wild, wild ride
(They say that it's a wild ride)
I don't wanna be a star
And I said I still wanna be a human being
'Cuz it's a wild, wild ride... Yeah!
I don't wanna be a star
I still wanna be a human being
They say that it's a wild, wild ride
(They say that it's a wild ride)
I don't wanna be a star
And I said I still wanna be a human being
'Cuz it's a wild, wild ride
They say that it's a wild ride.
In "Stars," Michele Luppi contemplates fame and what it means to be a star. He begins by walking down Hollywood Boulevard and observing the stars that are embedded in the sidewalk. He wonders about the price these people paid for their fame and whether it was worth all the broken dreams. He then returns to his hometown and reflects on the people around him, realizing that everyone is searching for something better, some higher purpose or meaning.
Throughout the song, Luppi asserts that he doesn't want to be a star, he wants to remain human. He believes that true happiness and fulfillment are not found in fame or fortune, but in being surrounded by people who support and love you. Luppi urges his listeners to start thinking about what truly matters in life and to make up their minds about what they want to pursue.
"Stars" is an introspective song that challenges societal norms and pushes listeners to question their own desires and motivations. It encourages people to prioritize relationships and genuine connections over superficial fame and fortune.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't wanna be a star
I don't desire fame and fortune.
Make up your mind! Ha, ha, ha...
The line is directed at someone who hasn't decided if they want fame or not, possibly mocking them.
Walking down Hollywood Boulevard
The singer is strolling along the famous boulevard in Hollywood.
All the stars were burning under my shoes
The stars, referring to famous people, are beneath the artist's feet as they walk.
I wonder... What's the price they had to pay to lay there?
The artist is curious about the sacrifices that famous people made to achieve their status.
(All those broken dreams... For what?)
The singer is questioning the value of fame and success when he sees the struggles and failures that may lead to them.
Then I came back to my hometown
The singer has returned to his home town after his trip to Hollywood.
There are no stars stuck on the streets, no...
The artist doesn't see any famous people in his hometown.
But I can see all the characters around me
Despite the lack of fame, the artist is still surrounded by people with their own stories and personalities.
I wonder what's my role in this masquerade
The artist questions his place in the world, comparing it to a masquerade or false front.
All we need is a better place
The singer believes that a better world is possible.
Yeah, where we all stay togheter
This better world is one where people are united.
And this place lies within our minds
The singer believes that the better world starts with individuals changing their thoughts and beliefs.
Ah, you've gotta start thinking about it
The singer calls on the listener to start considering this idea.
I said you've gotta start thinking about it
The singer re-emphasizes the importance of considering a better world.
Homes filled with wives... So angry with life
The artist sees unhappy couples in their homes.
Bars full of men drinking for discontent
The artist sees men using alcohol to cope with their unhappiness.
Some people jump higher they know how to jam
Some people are more skilled and talented than others.
But we're all the same, that's what I think, yeah
Despite our differences, the singer believes that we are all equal.
I still wanna be a human being
The artist emphasizes that he wants to maintain his humanity despite any success he may achieve.
They say that it's a wild ride
There are warnings about the challenges and struggles that come with fame and success.
Contributed by Colin Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.