The original version of "Wishing on a Star" was not a big hit, peaking at number fifty-two on the Billboard R&B charts in the United States. The Full Bloom album, however, was successful as a whole. It got renewed exposure when it was featured in the 2001 John Singleton film, Baby Boy.
"Wishing on a Star" has frequently been covered by other singers, most notable the version by Beyoncé for her Live DVD, and later, the 2005 feature film Roll Bounce (which was nominated for "Best Female R&B Vocal Performance" in 2006).
Wishing on a Star
Rose Royce Lyrics
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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
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
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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