1) Red Delicious was formed early in the spring of 1998. This three-piece b… Read Full Bio ↴1) Red Delicious was formed early in the spring of 1998. This three-piece band from Pasadena, California consists of the production team of Rob King and Steven Baca (AKA King & Little Steven) and vocalist Sara Wallace. Together, this trio has created a unique blend of alternative rock with trip-hop and electronic influences. Their songs are guitar-driven, sultry and laden with hooks, yielding a sound all their own.

2) Red Delicious is a punk rock band from Bridgeport, Illinois.

Blues & Stars
Red Delicious Lyrics

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I've been feeding on this dream for a long time
Of golden days and velvet nights
I've been living in a city that doesn't exist
Searched for paradise, but all I found was this

Ooh, the hills are on fire
Ooh, the valley is dry
I sold my soul for a pocket full of gold

And I still can't get by

We come for the glory, we come for the fame
We cannot resist it, like moths to a flame
And most will get nothing but addictions and scars
Blues and stars

I've been craving a life that is so rich and sweet
More than a taste could almost make me sick
I was never so hungry, never so poor
When life gets this hard, I only want it more

Ooh, the hills are on fire
Ooh, the valley is dry
I sold my soul for a pocket full of gold
And I still can't get by

We come for the glory, we come for the fame
We cannot resist it, like moths to a flame
And most will get nothing but addictions and scars
Blues and stars

It can be heaven
Or it can be hell
It's all who you know
It's all what you sell

We come for the glory, we come for the fame
We cannot resist it, like moths to a flame

And most will get nothing but addictions and scars
Blues and stars

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Red Delicious’ song “Blues & Stars” seem to be a lament about the perils of the pursuit of fame and fortune. The first verse introduces the idea that the singer has been chasing a dream, seeking a life of luxury and indulgence that has remained elusive, despite the singer’s efforts. The second verse describes the intensity of the desire for success, and the way it seems to be all-encompassing, even when it brings pain and difficulty.

The chorus reinforces the idea that this pursuit is fraught with danger, and that for most people it leads only to negative consequences. The metaphor of moths drawn to a flame seems to suggest that once someone is caught up in the search for success, it becomes impossible to resist, even when the results are damaging. The repeated references to the hills on fire and the dry valley create an apocalyptic feeling, as if the world is burning up under the weight of all these desires.

Overall, the song seems to be a poignant reminder that success at any cost is not worth it, and that the search for fame and fortune can leave one feeling empty and lost.

Line by Line Meaning

I've been feeding on this dream for a long time
I have been cherishing this dream for a while

Of golden days and velvet nights
About beautiful, comfortably luxurious times

I've been living in a city that doesn't exist
I have been residing in a place that is inadequate

Searched for paradise, but all I found was this
I tried to locate happiness but found disappointment instead

Ooh, the hills are on fire
The situation is out of control and terrible

Ooh, the valley is dry
There are scarcities that create hardships

I sold my soul for a pocket full of gold
I gave away my integrity or morals for riches

And I still can't get by
Despite all my efforts, I am still struggling

We come for the glory, we come for the fame
We are striving for fame and recognition

We cannot resist it, like moths to a flame
We are lured towards it despite its dangers

And most will get nothing but addictions and scars
Many people only get negative effects and permanent damage