It was formed by… Read Full Bio ↴Samantha 7 was a hard rock band from the late 90's.
It was formed by Poison guitarist C.C. DeVille after being ousted from that band, under various names before settling on Samantha 7. Also features bassist Krys Baratto and drummer Francis Ruiz.
They released only 1 album on Columbia Records, a self-titled album with 10 tracks, in 2000. C.C. did dual-duty as both guitarist and lead singer.
C.C. DeVille then returned to his former band, ending this band's short-lived history.
I Wanna Be Famous
Samantha 7 Lyrics
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I, I wanna be famous
I, I wanna be a star
I, wanna be on the A-list
I, want Gwyneth in my arms
Another awards show
Stars in every row
Bleeding from my heart and soul
I go to every movie
And i got cable tv
I feel like i know them all
But no one knows me
Chorus
Star studded at the parties
For hollywood's elite
The center of my world
Unfolds on my tv
I run to the window
Look up to the sky
Basking in the afterglow
And wishing it was mine
Chorus 2x
The song "I Wanna Be Famous" by Samantha 7 speaks to the desire for recognition and fame that many people feel in today's society. The chorus repeats the phrase "I wanna be famous" four times, each followed by a slightly different desire for fame - to be a star, to be on the A-list, to have Gwyneth in their arms. This repetition emphasizes the singer's longing for fame and the various aspects of it that they find attractive.
The verse following the chorus describes the singer's current state - sitting alone, watching movies and TV, feeling like they know the famous people they're watching but that no one knows them. This verse sets up the contrast between the singer's current situation and the life of fame and recognition they are yearning for.
The second verse continues this theme, describing the parties and events attended by Hollywood's elite and the singer's longing to be a part of that world. The final phrase, "Basking in the afterglow and wishing it was mine," highlights the singer's desire for both fame and the perceived glamour and excitement that come with it.
Overall, "I Wanna Be Famous" captures the common desire for recognition, validation, and a sense of belonging that many people experience. The repetition of the chorus and the vivid descriptions of the elite Hollywood lifestyle make this a catchy and relatable anthem for anyone yearning for fame.
Line by Line Meaning
I, I wanna be famous
The person desires to gain popularity and recognition from others.
I, I wanna be a star
The person wants to achieve celebrity status and be revered by the masses.
I, wanna be on the A-list
The person aims to be included in the exclusive group of the most famous and successful people.
I, want Gwyneth in my arms
Gwyneth represents the epitome of success and desirability to the person, and they want to have a similarly glamorous and enviable life.
Another awards show
The person regularly attends events where successful people are celebrated.
Stars in every row
The events are attended by many famous and successful people.
I'm sitting here alone
Despite attending these events, the person feels isolated and disconnected from the crowd.
Bleeding from my heart and soul
The person is emotionally and mentally drained from pursuing fame and validation from others.
I go to every movie
The person consumes a lot of media and tries to immerse themselves in the lives of popular celebrities.
And i got cable tv
The person has access to a wide range of media and entertainment options.
I feel like i know them all
The person believes they have a deep understanding of the lives and personalities of famous people due to their constant media consumption.
But no one knows me
Despite being familiar with many famous people, the person themselves is relatively unknown.
Star studded at the parties
The parties the person attends are filled with many famous and successful people.
For hollywood's elite
The parties are attended by the most successful and influential people in the entertainment industry.
The center of my world
The person's life revolves around pursuing fame and recognition from others.
Unfolds on my tv
The person's understanding of the world and the lives of others is largely informed by the media they consume, particularly television.
I run to the window
The person daydreams and wishes for a glamorous and exciting life, often looking out to the world beyond their current reality.
Look up to the sky
The person desires greater heights of success and recognition, often looking to the sky as a symbol of that ambition.
Basking in the afterglow
The person is content with the fleeting moments of recognition and validation they receive from others, but often feels unfulfilled and unsatisfied in the long run.
And wishing it was mine
Despite the challenges and drawbacks of pursuing fame, the person still desires it deeply and hopes to achieve that level of success and recognition someday.
Contributed by Lila N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.