Wishing On A Star
Rose Royce Lyrics


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I'm wishing on a star
To follow where you are
I'm wishing on a dream
To follow what it means

I'm wishing on a star
To follow where you are
I'm wishing on a dream
To follow what it means

And I wish on all the rainbows that I see
I wish on all the people who really dream
And I'm wishing on tomorrow, praying it'll come
And I'm wishing on all the lovin' we've ever done

I never thought I'd see
A time when you would be
So far away from home
So far away from me

Just think of all the moments that we'd spent
I just can't let you go, for me you were meant
And I didn't mean to hurt you, but I know
That in the game of love you reap what you sow

I feel it's time we should make up, baby
I feel it's time for us to get back together
And make the best of things, oh, baby
When we're together, whether or never

I feel it's time we should make up, baby
I feel it's time for us to get back together
And make the best of things, oh, baby
When we're together, whether or never

I'm wishing on a star
To follow where you are
I'm wishing on a dream
To follow what it means

And I wish on all the rainbows that I see
I wish on all the people we've ever been
And I'm hopin' on all the days to come and days to go
And I'm hopin' on days of lovin' you so

I'm wishing on a star
To follow where you are
I'm wishing on a star, oh
And I wish on all the rainbows that I see

I'm wishing on a star
To follow where you are
I'm wishing on a star
And I wish on all the rainbows that I see

I'm wishing on a star
To follow where you are
I'm wishing on a star, oh, ah

Oh, baby, baby, I wish
I'm wishing on a star, oh
To follow where you are




I'm wishing on a star, baby
To follow wherever you might be

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Rose Royce's song "Wishing on a Star" are about trying to reunite with a lost love. The singer is wishing upon stars and dreams to follow the whereabouts of the person they love. The rainbows and people who dream that they wish upon are symbols of hope for a better future. The singer regrets hurting their lover, but the game of love means that one will reap what they sow. Nevertheless, the singer hopes to make amends and get back together, as they feel that their love is meant to be. The song's longing and wistful tone highlight the emotional depth and complexity of relationships.


The lyrics also express a desire for a better future and hope that things will turn out well. The singer is hoping for an opportunity to make things right and is willing to take a chance on the future. The repetition of the chorus highlights the singer's determination to find their love, even if it means following them to the ends of the earth.


Line by Line Meaning

I'm wishing on a star
I'm hopeful and wishing for something beyond my reach.


To follow where you are
I want to be with you no matter the distance.


I'm wishing on a dream
I'm hopeful for something that hasn't become reality yet.


To follow what it means
I want to fully understand and experience the meaning behind my dreams.


And I wish on all the rainbows that I see
I'm putting my faith in the beauty of nature and the universe to grant my wishes.


I wish on all the people who really dream
I'm optimistic that the power of collective dreams can bring positive change.


And I'm wishing on tomorrow, praying it'll come
I have hope for the future and I'm praying it meets my expectations.


And I'm wishing on all the lovin' we've ever done
I want to rekindle the love we once shared and hold onto it tightly.


I never thought I'd see
I'm surprised by what has happened in my life.


A time when you would be
A moment when you would not be by my side.


So far away from home
So distant from the place or people that you consider home.


So far away from me
So distant from me, either physically or emotionally.


Just think of all the moments that we'd spent
I'm reminiscing about the happy times we shared together.


I just can't let you go, for me you were meant
I can't imagine life without you, you are destined to be a part of my life.


And I didn't mean to hurt you, but I know
I regret causing you any pain, but I understand that actions have consequences.


That in the game of love you reap what you sow
In relationships, you get what you give, and I'm paying the price now.


I feel it's time we should make up, baby
I believe it's time for us to reconcile and fix what's broken between us.


I feel it's time for us to get back together
I think we should try to restart our relationship and focus on what brought us together in the first place.


And make the best of things, oh, baby
Let's find the positive in our situation and move forward with optimism.


When we're together, whether or never
Whether we end up together or not, I cherish the times we had and the memories we made.


And I'm hopin' on all the days to come and days to go
I have faith that the future will bring happy and fulfilling moments.


And I'm hopin' on days of lovin' you so
I have hope for a future where our love is strong and unwavering.


I'm wishing on a star, oh
I'm still holding onto my hopes and dreams.


And I wish on all the rainbows that I see
I'm still putting my faith in the beauty of nature to bring me good things.


Oh, baby, baby, I wish
I yearn for something that is not present in my life.


To follow wherever you might be
I will go wherever to find you and be with you.




Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Billie Rae Calvin

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@TheLatiosnlatias02

I've known these songs since 2004 and I was 13 at that time. In 2008, I remember making my autistic friends who were teenagers listen to these:

LeAnn Rimes - How do I live without you?
Esther Bennett - The first time ever I saw your face
Simply Red - Holding back the years
Rose Royce - I'm wishing on a star
Dionne Warwick - Walk on by along / Heartbreaker
Celine Dion - Think twice
The pointers sisters - Fire
Olivia Newton John - Have you never been mellow
Petula Clark - Downtown
Diana Ross - The boss
Linda Ronstadt - Ooh baby baby
Dorothy Moore - Misty blue
Melissa Manchester - Midnight blue
Whitney Houston - I will always love you
Sisters Sledge - He's the greatest dancer
Shalamar - I can make you feel good
Tears for fears - Everybody wants to rule the world
Alphaville - Big in Japan

Now I'm making my wives (one Cornish, one Ghanaian and a Nepali) and my 13 adoptive daughters listen to these gems.



@mandatory210

"I'm wishing on a star
To follow where you are
I'm wishing on a dream
To follow what it means

I'm wishing on a star
To follow where you are
I'm wishing on a dream
To follow what it means

And I wish on all the rainbows that I see
I wish on all the people who really dream
And I'm wishing on tomorrow, praying it'll come
And I'm wishing on all the lovin' we've ever done

I never thought I'd see
A time when you would be
So far away from home
So far away from me

Just think of all the moments that we'd spent
I just can't let you go, for me you were meant
And I didn't mean to hurt you, but I know
That in the game of love you reap what you sow

I feel it's time we should make up, baby
I feel it's time for us to get back together
And make the best of things, oh, baby
When we're together, whether or never

I feel it's time we should make up, baby
I feel it's time for us to get back together
And make the best of things, oh, baby
When we're together, whether or never

I'm wishing on a star
To follow where you are
I'm wishing on a dream
To follow what it means

And I wish on all the rainbows that I see
I wish on all the people we've ever been
And I'm hopin' on all the days to come and days to go
And I'm hopin' on days of lovin' you so

I'm wishing on a star
To follow where you are
I'm wishing on a star, oh
And I wish on all the rainbows that I see

I'm wishing on a star
To follow where you are
I'm wishing on a star
And I wish on all the rainbows that I see

I'm wishing on a star
To follow where you are
I'm wishing on a star, oh, ah

Oh, baby, baby, I wish
I'm wishing on a star, oh
To follow where you are
I'm wishing on a star, baby
To follow wherever you might be"



@edakivrak5773

LYRICS:

I'm wishing on a star
To follow where you are
I'm wishing on a dream
To follow what it means

I'm wishing on a star
To follow where you are
I'm wishing on a dream
To follow what it means

And I wish on all the rainbows that I see
I wish on all the people who really dream
And I'm wishing on tomorrow, praying it'll come
And I'm wishing on all the lovin' we've ever done

I never thought I'd see
A time when you would be
So far away from home
So far away from me

Just think of all the moments that we'd spent
I just can't let you go, for me you were meant
And I didn't mean to hurt you, but I know
That in the game of love you reap what you sow

I feel it's time we should make up, baby
I feel it's time for us to get back together
And make the best of things, oh, baby
When we're together, whether or never

I feel it's time we should make up, baby
I feel it's time for us to get back together
And make the best of things, oh, baby
When we're together, whether or never

I'm wishing on a star
To follow where you are
I'm wishing on a dream
To follow what it means

And I wish on all the rainbows that I see
I wish on all the people we've ever been
And I'm hopin' on all the days to come and days to go
And I'm hopin' on days of lovin' you so

I'm wishing on a star
To follow where you are
I'm wishing on a star, oh
And I wish on all the rainbows that I see

I'm wishing on a star
To follow where you are
I'm wishing on a star
And I wish on all the rainbows that I see

I'm wishing on a star
To follow where you are
I'm wishing on a star, oh, ah

Oh, baby, baby, I wish
I'm wishing on a star, oh
To follow where you are
I'm wishing on a star, baby
To follow wherever you might be



All comments from YouTube:

@berrihill2750

I dedicate this song to myself.. I lost you for a second.. We back now. Love you... Love yourself you guys. It feels good

@familystone773

I feel ya, 4-real
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Keep it strong🌻

@ingodwetrust7648

Berri where did you go?lol

@paulajones505

X

@70sbabygurl

That's it! Don't lose you, again.

@ksanders5545

❤❤❤❤

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@mangojulie123

This smooth ballad is over 40 years old and going strong. Who's still wishing on a star and chillin to this classic in 2024? Please mash the I❤Rose Royce button below:
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@cedricedwards1566

Thank a bunch Isleys Bros for Presidents.lol

@marlist1

Magical sounding song!

@righteousdivine

Here! Here!

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