Shining Star
NNEKA (JOE GODDARD REMIX) Lyrics
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With its swiftness and its coldness
You’re my peace of mind, yes!
When the world just jeeps turning
And I know not where to head to
You’re peace of mind!
And when I look up in the skies
Is the one that you created.
[Chorus]
Oh shining star, please look down for me!
Oh, what you are?
When you look down at me
Beautiful star, do keep your eyes on me!
Oh, oh, what you are
When you look down on me?
Greed your heart strict, love me
I appreciate you baby!
And though you seem so far away
You pursuit me I can feel you
? within my mind
And I know you’re sometimes lonely
Oh, I wish that I could change it,
Oh then I know you still got me
And I pray my love will give you life
? to keep you smile
You’re my shining star, to take my love and live!
[Chorus: x2]
Where you smile I smile,
Where you live I live,
Where you die, I die!
Oh, yeah! You!
I’m a shining star, oh I wonder what you are?
The lyrics to Nneka's "Shining Star" (Joe Goddard Remix) talk about finding a sense of calm and stability amidst the chaos and unpredictability of the world. The singer acknowledges the difficulty of navigating life, with its "swiftness and coldness," and describes her romantic partner as a source of comfort and tranquility. She portrays the person she loves as a shining star, one that offers guidance and direction in moments of confusion and uncertainty. She also acknowledges that they too struggle with loneliness and other emotions, but reassures them that she will always be there for them, hoping that her love will give them joy and keep them smiling.
The song conveys a message of love, support, and commitment. It highlights the importance of having someone to rely on and the power of love to alleviate the challenges and stresses of life. The imagery of stars and the sky also evoke a sense of wonder and possibility, suggesting that the singer sees her partner as someone who brings light and hope into her life. Overall, the lyrics of "Shining Star" offer a hopeful and optimistic perspective on love and relationships, portraying them as sources of comfort and inspiration in the face of the world's complexities.
Line by Line Meaning
In this madness, in this world,
In this crazy world full of chaos,
With its swiftness and its coldness
With the world moving so fast and being so harsh
You’re my peace of mind, yes!
You bring peace to my mind amidst all the chaos
When the world just keeps turning
When the world doesn't stop moving
And I know not where to head to
And I don't know where to go
You’re peace of mind!
You give me peace of mind
And when I look up in the skies
And when I gaze at the stars in the sky
Is the one that you created.
I see the beauty of the world that you have created
Oh shining star, please look down for me!
Oh star, please shine your light down on me
Oh, what you are?
Oh, how amazing you are
When you look down at me
When you shine your light upon me
Beautiful star, do keep your eyes on me!
Beautiful star, please continue to shine your light on me
Greed your heart strict, love me
Guard your heart but love me
I appreciate you baby!
I value you so much, my love
And though you seem so far away
Even though you may seem distant
You pursuit me I can feel you
I can feel your pursuit of me
? within my mind
Deep within my thoughts
And I know you’re sometimes lonely
I know that you feel lonely at times
Oh, I wish that I could change it,
Oh, how I wish I could make it better
Oh then I know you still got me
But I know that you still have me
And I pray my love will give you life
I hope that my love brings you joy and happiness
? to keep you smile
To keep a smile on your face
You’re my shining star, to take my love and live!
You are the one I love and cherish, and I want you to live your best life
Where you smile I smile,
Your smile brings a smile to my face
Where you live I live,
Wherever you go, I go
Where you die, I die!
If you were to pass away, I would pass away with you
Oh, yeah! You!
Oh, yes! It's you!
I’m a shining star, oh I wonder what you are?
I am your shining star, and I wonder what you are to me
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., NETTWERK ONE MUSIC (CANADA)LTD
Written by: Farhad Samadzada, Nneka Lucia Egbuna, Serigne M'Baye Gucye
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@itsasoguembenovoa1188
In this madness, in this world,
With its swiftness and its coldness
You’re my peace of mind, yes!
When the world just jeeps turning
And I know not where to head to
You’re peace of mind!
And when I look up in the skies
Is the one that you created.
Oh shining star, please look down for me!
Oh, what you are?
When you look down at me
Beautiful star, do keep your eyes on me!
Oh, oh, what you are
When you look down on me?
Greed your heart strict, love me
I appreciate you baby!
And though you seem so far away
You pursuit me I can feel you
? within my mind
And I know you’re sometimes lonely
Oh, I wish that I could change it,
Oh then I know you still got me
And I pray my love will give you life
? to keep you smile
You’re my shining star, to take my love and live!
Oh shining star, please look down for me!
Oh, what you are?
When you look down at me
Beautiful star, do keep your eyes on me!
Oh, oh, what you are
When you look down on me?
Oh shining star, please look down for me!
Oh, what you are?
When you look down at me
Beautiful star, do keep your eyes on me!
Oh, oh, what you are
When you look down on me?
Where you smile I smile,
Where you live I live,
Where you die, I die!
Oh, yeah! You!
I’m a shining star, oh I wonder what you are?
@duchesstyra
Oh Nneka, I can’t believe it’s been 10 years this song still gives me the same feeling
I named my daughter Nneka ❤🇿🇦
@johnsonanum
It is a beautiful name. There was a great African storyteller called Chinua Achebe. He explained the name "Nneka" in his novel Things Fall Apart.
@raydivine
I've come back to this song after 10 years so glad I found her again.
@GrootManEiniqua
Much love from South Africa
@timmax8
the sad point about the musicindustry is, that they only support the ones who are making much profit, there's always the same kind of music in the charts and expensiv music videos, but you'd never hear a such fantastic song on the radio... they'd never enter the risk to support this kind of music or a singer who isn't that famous, only because they're too scared to make a loss... i hope this won't be forever
@lobsterdeedanster8292
2024 and it's still has the same effect on me 😢. It's remains a Classic. As House Music Fanatic I want to Thank
Joe Goddard for introducing us to Nneka ❤️ she's truly a Shining Star 🌟
@unconditionallove5628
Another South African here. Love your music Empress
@amiltonfogaca9579
God, I am in the middle of a separation from my wife and I am so far away from my two children. This music really helps me go throu the day. Thanks. You are my Peace of mind.
@earnestkornaar1001
I hope it all worked out well with your loved ones brother.
@mazdaprotege5741
Everything will be okay bro.... I' am aslo suffering from a heartbreak... I miss her so much but she seems happier without me 😢