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
If You Really Love Me
Ryan Star Lyrics
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To make your kiss incomplete
When your mood is clear you quickly change your ways
Then you say I'm untrue
What am I supposed to do
Be a fool who sits alone waiting for you
If you really love me, won't you tell me
Ooh I won't have to be playin' around
I see the light of your smile
Calling me all the while
So I'm taking out this time to say
If you really love me, won't you tell me
If you really love me, won't you tell me
So I won't have to be playin' around
The lyrics of Ryan Star’s song, “If You Really Love Me” are about the frustration of being in a relationship where one person is not giving their all. It begins with the singer stating that their significant other only calls their name to make their kiss incomplete, which could mean that they don't truly want to be intimate. Despite this, the significant other accuses the singer of being untrue but quickly changes their tone when their mood improves. This leaves the singer feeling confused and unsure of what to do. They refuse to be a fool who waits for someone who isn't completely devoted to them.
The chorus of the song is a plea for honesty. The singer wants their significant other to tell them if they really love them. They don’t want to have to continue playing games or guessing. The bridge is a declaration of the singer’s own love. They see the light of their significant other’s smile and feel compelled to tell them how they feel. The song ends with the same plea for honesty as the chorus is repeated twice more.
Overall, the song speaks to the importance of communication in romantic relationships. Without honesty and clarity, it’s impossible for one person to know how the other truly feels. It’s not enough to keep everything bottled up inside and play games with each other.
Line by Line Meaning
You call my name, ooh so sweet
You address me in a gentle and affectionate manner
To make your kiss incomplete
As a means to lead me into giving you affection, you refrain from giving your complete kiss
When your mood is clear you quickly change your ways
You hastily alter your behavior according to your changing emotions
Then you say I'm untrue
You accuse me of being disloyal
What am I supposed to do
I am conflicted and unsure about the course of action I should take
Be a fool who sits alone waiting for you
To bide my time in the hopes of receiving your attention would make me appear foolish and unwise
If you really love me, won't you tell me
If your feelings towards me are genuine, would you please express them to me
(If you really love me)
Ooh I won't have to be playin' around
If I am certain of your love, I will no longer engage in acts of infidelity
I see the light of your smile
The brightness of your smile draws my attention
Calling me all the while
Your smile is almost like a calling or beckoning to me
So I'm taking out this time to say
I am taking a moment to express my thoughts and feelings
If you really love me, won't you tell me
If your love for me is true, please make it known to me
If you really love me, won't you tell me
Please communicate your true feelings to me if you love me dearly
So I won't have to be playin' around
If I am reassured of your love, I will stop my unfaithful actions
Contributed by Lila N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@hugomilano455
She was my favorite, I remember calling the 1800 number to vote for her. Love you Ryan star, a fan from El paso tx.
@kascnef
same here same her last time I heard she gave birth to a baby according to her Wiki. I also voted for carrie and she won.
@Gonk
+Justin Fencsak This was the first AI where Kelly won
@sammariofan
She is still one of the most attractive AI contestants ever. I was a second grader watching this show. 24 now and would remember her from time to time. She is still a beauty
@KickGom
I remember her from the surreal life 3, when she said she hates pop music, but all i hear from her is pop
@RCmack
I didn't watch American Idol during season 1. I didn't know about Ryan Starr back then. After seeing her perform, I wish I had watched Idol's first season. I would have been on the phone for hours voting for Ryan.
@goddessnoire
for some reason ryan starr always reminded me of aaliyah.....not really in the voice, but the look.....her dress..the hair....and body shape
@LaudauteDominum-er2mr
Agreed
@colettefan
always and forever. my first favorite idol contestant ever! Lol. miss her outfits too
@Pablitchus
Me gustó su presentación es muy buena. y ver que es de la primera temporada y yo recién me entero ^.^!!!