So Many Stars
Sérgio Mendes & Brasil '66 Lyrics


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The dawn is filled with dreams
So many dreams which one is mine
One must be right for me
Which dream of all the dreams
When there's a dream for every star
And there are oh so many stars
So many stars
The wind is filled with songs
So many songs which one is mine
One must be right for me
Which song of all the songs
When there's a song for every star
And there are oh so many stars, so many stars

Along the countless days, the endless nights
That I have searched so many eyes
So many hearts, so many smiles
Which one to choose, which way to go, how can I tell
How will I know, out of, oh
So many stars, so many stars

Yes, the wind is filled with songs, so many songs
Which one is mine, one must be right for me
Which song of all the songs
When there's a song for every star
And there are, oh, so many stars, so many stars

Yes, the wind is filled with songs, so many songs
Which one is mine, one must be right for me
Which song of all the songs
When there's a song for every star
And there are, oh, so many stars, so many stars

Along the countless days, the endless nights
That I have searched so many eyes
So many hearts, so many smiles
Which one to choose, which way to go, how can I tell
How will I know, out of, oh, so many stars





So many stars...so many stars... oh, so many stars

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Sergio Mendes & Brasil '66's song So Many Stars are a reflection on the existential crisis of the human experience. It begins with the dawn, which symbolizes the beginning of a new day and also represents the beginning of a new journey in life. The dream that comes with the dawn is a symbol for the multitude of opportunities that one has in life, but the question arises: which one is meant for me? There is a dream for every star, and when there are so many stars, one can't help but wonder which dream is the right one.


The wind brings in the sounds of songs, and again the question arises, which one is meant for me? The song represents the journey of life, and each person has their own song - the one that resonates with them and represents their journey. The search for one's song is akin to the search for one's purpose in life. The never-ending search for answers is what makes life a journey and not just a destination.


The lyrics also touch on the importance of choices, and how difficult it can be to make the right choice. The countless days and endless nights spent searching for answers, the many hearts, eyes, and smiles encountered along the way make the decision-making process even more difficult. The song concludes with the realization that there are indeed so many stars and so many songs, but ultimately, the choice is ours to make.


Line by Line Meaning

The dawn is filled with dreams
When the new day begins there are so many possibilities and potential outcomes


So many dreams which one is mine
There are many dreams to choose from but I need to figure out which one belongs to me


One must be right for me
Out of all the dreams available, there has to be one that is meant for me


Which dream of all the dreams
I'm trying to figure out which dream to pursue from all the options


When there's a dream for every star
There are infinite possibilities and choices, like stars in the sky


And there are oh so many stars
Just like there are countless stars in the sky, there are numerous choices to choose from


The wind is filled with songs
The world is filled with endless possibilities and choices just like the wind is filled with songs


So many songs which one is mine
There are many options when it comes to finding one's own path, but it's hard to know which one to choose


Along the countless days, the endless nights
I have been searching for a long time, putting in a lot of effort and time, but haven't found my way yet


That I have searched so many eyes
I have looked deeply into many people's eyes, trying to find a sign or direction of what is meant for me


So many hearts, so many smiles
I have interacted with so many people and their hearts and smiles made it all the more difficult to decide between the choices


Which one to choose, which way to go, how can I tell
I'm stuck in the decision-making process, unsure of which choice to make and how to make it


How will I know, out of, oh
It's tough to predict the future and the consequences of the choices that I make, which makes it all the more difficult to decide


So many stars, so many stars
There are so many choices available just like there are numerous stars visible in the sky




Lyrics © Spirit Music Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ALAN BERGMAN, MARILYN BERGMAN, SERGIO MENDES

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Comments from YouTube:

@ronbruckman6081

One of the greatest stars is Sergio Mendes. What a lot of thrilling music this man wrote.....
So many top-high musical standards!
This music is really timeless.
Together eith Lenie a great unforgettable combination❤❤❤

@bobbermel7416

Best version of this song.Picture Astaire & Rodgers dancing under a starry sky

@venitakbennett-bonaparte1986

This never gets old. Such a Classic. Beautiful....

@alanjaysoncuaycong4002

Bombs 💣 of love

@SergioPolo-rt4uo

Love this song n specially lani hall,S voice She was as so wonderful n AMAZIN with certain melancholy but i cant explain it! But really its so A W E SOME !

@rdg1266

I'm so grateful I discovered this song a few years ago. Such a beautiful, dreamy, yet harmonically sophisticated piece. I would hope that everyone got to hear it at least once. The instrumentation and orchestration are impeccable. All this, coupled with the gentle bossa nova sway, fits perfectly with the thoughtful message and imagery, leaving the listener with a sense of comforting encouragement. I NEVER tire of listening to this gem. Such a departure from most of the music being produced nowadays. Reminds me of my visits to Rio de Janeiro, as well.

@MarkBlackburnWPG

Favorite comment -- yours, "RDG 1266" -- thanks so much for sharing

@anthonypayne4665

Thank you Sergio for filling my life with such beautiful music 🎶❤️🎶

@nicholaskocis8513

Beautiful 🥰❤️ song. And lovely voice Lani has.

@bluejysm2007

Great classics, this music speaks to the heart, great band Sergio Mendes is very good playing his piano.

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