Ryan was just 14 years old when he formed his first band called Stage. While still in high school the band played the CBGB's and the Mercury Lounge.
As Ryan grew older he decided to become known as the solo artist R. Star, releasing "Songs From The Eye Of An Elephant".
Ryan was one of the finalists on the CBS reality television show of the second season of Rock Star in July and August of 2006. The show is a talent show type reality show in which the band Supernova is looking for a lead singer to front their band. This show's producer and the drummer of the show is Tommy Lee. On the show, Ryan showed his diverse style from melodic and moving piano to rocking the Rolling Stones.
Ryan still performs in the NYC area with members from the group Stage.
Ryan has performed on such popular shows as Rachael Ray and Late Night With Jay Leno.
His track "Brand New Day" is the theme song to the Fox television drama Lie to Me.
His track "Last Train Home" was featured in the movie P.S. I Love You.
Ryan is currently self-releasing music through a pledge program. http://www.pledgemusic.com/projects/ryanstar
Here Son
Ryan Star Lyrics
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A blindfold to watch all your family
Die at the hands of tyranny
They say that the senses
Might alter the way that you'll feel
Here son
A life coat to keep you warmer
From taking my life
They said it would turn out this way
They said it would turn out this way
Die and die again
Die and die again
Die and die again
Don't stop believing
I'm still breathing
So go on, and leave me
Don't you leave me
Here son
The life that we lead holds a sadness
And the world's better men fall to madness
And all that we keep is the love
You're feeling right now
Is the love that you're feeling right now
Die and die again
Die and die again
Die and die again
Don't stop believing
I'm still breathing
So go on and leave me
Don't you leave me
Here son
A blindfold to watch all your family
Die at the hands of tyranny
They say that the senses
Might alter the way that you,
Might alter the way that you feel
Die and die again
Die and die again
Die and die again
Die and die again
Die again
Oh please God, believe me (a blindfold to watch your family)
Don't you leave me (die at the hands of tyranny)
Don't stop believing (they say that the senses might alter the way)
Don't you leave me (might alter the way that you feel)
Here son
The life that we lead holds the sadness
The world's better men fall to madness
And all that we keep is the love
You're feeling right now
Is the love that you're feeling right now
The song Here Son by Ryan Star revolves around the themes of love, loss, and despair. The lyrics talk about a father's pain and the agony of losing his family to the hands of tyranny. The opening line, "Here son, a blindfold to watch all your family die at the hands of tyranny" sets the tone for the rest of the song. The father is trying to shield his son from the horrors of the world, but he knows that it won't be possible for long. The song touches on the fragility of life, possessions, and how the love we feel in the moment is all we truly have.
The repeated phrase "Die and die again" is an expression of pain and extreme sorrow. It represents the father's realization that he has lost everything and is forced to relive the pain every day. The phrase "Don't stop believing, I'm still breathing, so go on and leave me, don't you leave me" denotes the father's mental state, as he tries to hold onto hope while the world around him collapses.
The song Here Son is a poignant reminder of the importance of love and humanity, and how we should cherish and protect those things at all costs. The feelings and emotions of the father portrayed in the song are relatable to anyone who has experienced loss and despair in their lives.
Line by Line Meaning
Here son
A father addressing his son, setting the scene for a message about the harsh realities of life.
A blindfold to watch all your family
A metaphorical description of being powerless to prevent tragedy from happening to one's loved ones.
Die at the hands of tyranny
A reference to the despair and helplessness that can arise when people suffer at the hands of oppressive governments or authorities.
They say that the senses
Acknowledgment of the idea that one's perception of the world can be shaped by what they experience, see or hear.
Might alter the way that you'll feel
Implying that one's emotions and worldview can be influenced by their environment or traumatic events.
A life coat to keep you warmer
A comparison to a life jacket, suggesting that some possessions may provide comfort but ultimately can't save a person from harm or death.
Possessions won't stop all the thunder
Another metaphorical description of the inevitability of danger and hardship, and the limitations of material things in preventing them.
From taking my life
An expression of fatalism, that one's fate is out of their control and that death is an unavoidable outcome.
They said it would turn out this way
A resigned acknowledgment that some things in life are predetermined, and that people are not always able to change their circumstances.
Die and die again
A repetition of the idea of the inevitability of death and suffering, suggesting the cyclical nature of human history.
Don't stop believing
An encouragement to persevere through difficulties, to maintain hope and faith when the future seems grim.
I'm still breathing
A reminder that life continues, and that there is always the possibility of finding joy or purpose despite setbacks and hardships.
So go on, and leave me
A possible nod to the idea of sacrifice, that a person may need to endure pain or loneliness for the sake of others or for a greater cause.
Here son
Repeating the opening line, perhaps as a way to emphasize the importance of the message and the bond between father and child.
The life that we lead holds a sadness
An acknowledgement of the pervasive difficulties and sorrows of life, and the fragility of human existence.
And the world's better men fall to madness
A commentary on the vulnerability of even the most capable or virtuous people to the pressures and injustices of the world.
And all that we keep is the love
A reminder that even in dark times, the love and connections people share with each other can provide hope and meaning.
You're feeling right now
Repeating the phrase 'the love' from the previous line, to reaffirm the importance of relationships and emotions in human experience.
Oh please God, believe me
A plea for listeners to understand the sincerity and earnestness of the message being conveyed in the song.
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