As a duo, Fahey and Detroit released two albums and are best-known for the song "Stay", a top five hit in the U.S. which spent eight weeks at number one in the U.K. Both "Stay" and the follow-up single "Hello (Turn your radio on)" are co-written by Dave Stewart under the pseudonym Jean Guiot. Detroit left the act after many quabbles with Fahey, and Shakespear's Sister's Third album #3, technically a Fahey solo album, was shelved by London Records. Years later, after wrangling the album rights from the label, Fahey released it independently.
After sporadically recording under her own name for a few years, Fahey reclaimed the Shakespear's Sister moniker for herself as a solo artist and independently released a new album, ''Songs from the Red Room'', in November 2009 accompanied by touring in the UK. A physical release of "Songs from the Red Room" in the U.S. went ahead on 12 April 2010, followed by a deluxe edition double-CD with 8 bonus tracks on 3 May in the UK.
Moonchild
Shakespear's Sister Lyrics
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But on this planet where do I fit in?
I could be in trouble or just imagining;
Sometimes I feel like an alien.
I make them laugh; I make them stare,
But Mr. Jones said, "hey, young girl,
Don't you feel sorry for yourself?
The world's out there."
Oh, little moonchild, you're not the only one!
There's a moonchild for everyone.
Oh, little moonchild, you're not the only one!
I looked at the world from another star;
That's when you discover who you really are.
So if you think you'd like the taste,
You know there's not much time to waste.
So take off into outer space;
I'll see you there!
There's a moonchild for everyone.
Oh, little moonchild, you're not the only one!
The first stanza of the song talks about how the world is made up of different species of animals and creatures that each have their unique place in the ecosystem. The singer then questions her own place in the world and wonders whether she fits in or not, sometimes feeling like an alien. Despite being viewed as different or strange, she still manages to make people laugh and stare, but is reminded by Mr. Jones that the world is out there and waiting for her.
The second stanza is more hopeful and encouraging, with the singer suggesting that by viewing the world from a different perspective, such as looking at it from another star, one can truly discover themselves. She invites others to join her in exploring and taking risks, encouraging them to “take off into outer space”. The chorus reassures the listener that there is a “moonchild” for everyone, and that they are not alone.
Line by Line Meaning
Birds can fly, and fish can swim,
The natural world has creatures perfectly adapted to their environment.
But on this planet where do I fit in?
I feel like an outsider in this world.
I could be in trouble or just imagining;
I'm not sure if I'm actually in danger or just paranoid.
Sometimes I feel like an alien.
I feel like I don't belong on this planet.
I make them laugh; I make them stare,
I get attention from others by being different.
But Mr. Jones said, "hey, young girl,
Someone told me that I shouldn't pity myself.
Don't you feel sorry for yourself?
It's not healthy to constantly self-pity.
The world's out there."
There's a whole world to explore and experience.
There's a moonchild for everyone.
Everyone has their own unique identity.
Oh, little moonchild, you're not the only one!
You're not alone in feeling like you don't belong.
I looked at the world from another star;
I gained a different perspective on the world.
That's when you discover who you really are.
Seeing things from a new perspective helps you understand your identity.
So if you think you'd like the taste,
If you're curious about exploring the unknown,
You know there's not much time to waste.
Life is short and you should take advantage while you can.
So take off into outer space;
Explore the unknown and discover new things.
I'll see you there!
I'll join you on this journey of self-discovery.
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing
Written by: Siobhan Fahey, Marcella Levy
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@evechandler3388
Had this one tape when I was a kid, I’d listen to it on my Walkman and fast forward to this song. I’m 42 now and still love it just as much ❤
@Dani022
Beautiful song for this beautiful night with a full moon!!
@stephenharber5694
Fields of the Nephilim: “Moonchild, lure me down! 🎶”
Shakespeare’s Sister: “Hold my wine cooler…”
@josecarlosrodriguezgallard3372
HIM!!
@josecarlosrodriguezgallard3372
Prince!!
@TheMercury-13
Always liked the lyrics, especially someone so cool saying 'Sometimes I feel like an alien', way way before I'd even heard of Asperger's. Now it makes more sense :)
@WhitMcMo
Wow. I have only recently been diagnosed in my 40s. And this song spoke to me way back then. It was such a comfort. I hope my kids have songs like this.
@yosieposiejones6590
Lovely lyrics.
@chipmunkmommy
Great great song!!!
@add19455
amazing