Star
Sly and the Family Stone with The Roots Lyrics


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Look up to the shooting stars
We aim for the moon and Mars
Yuh
Don’t like to get too involved
But I’m here for you to call
Yuh
And you like to do it all
Yea you like to do it all
Yuh
I’m here if you ever fall
I’m here if you ever fall
Yuh
And baby I want it all
Said baby I want it all
Yuh
And you think you know it all but really don’t know the cost
Yuh
Said baby don’t let me fall said baby don’t let me fall
Yuh
I feel like a shooting star we aim for the moon and Mars
Yuh
Aye Hate the pointless conversations
Everything’s about patience
If you don’t like gotta work it out
You can’t be sitting round waiting
All that shit is out dated
The victimizing and the blaming
The shit that’s wrong we gotta change it
Yuh
I’m keeping my circle real little I don’t need no friends I can’t fuck with too many
I’m tryna go higher I pop me a KP and then I put one in the simply
I had me some homies I tried to put on but they look at me like they ain’t get me
They look at me judging a book by its cover
Mfs gon stop playing me
All the fuck shit for no time for that
Need a mil yea I’m on grind for that
For the fam lives on lines for that
When I’m gon naw I ain’t coming back
Imma be fine tell momma that
Ion really be where drama at
In the book bag where the llama at
Yuh yuh yuh yuh
Look up to the shooting stars
We aim for the moon and Mars
Yuh
Don’t like to get too involved
But I’m here for you to call
Yuh
And you like to do it all
Yea you like to do it all
Yuh
I’m here if you ever fall
I’m here if you ever fall
Yuh
And baby I want it all
Said baby I want it all
Yuh
And you think you know it but really don’t know the cost
Yuh
Said baby don’t let me fall said baby don’t let me fall
Yuh
I feel like a shooting star we aim for the moon and Mars
Yuh
Not finna wait ima take mine
It’s goin be a minute no break time
N bridges is burning I’m right in the middle I Ain’t gotta choice so we break ties
We came up was low so we aim high
I gotta keep rolling I ain’t high
N gotta get to it you keep on complaining we Both gotta work wit the same time
N Girl I know it get risky
N girl I know you ain’t fit me
I know they been switchin
Times change gotta stay wit me
Minds change gotta stay distance
Violate 9’s they itchin
Time waste I won’t give it
Eyes straight I’m on business
Aye Yuh Aye
I jus think bout all that we said
All that we said
Everything jus spins in my head
Spins in my head
Thinking bout jus all that you pled
N all that you said
Maybe I was better off dead
Off dead
Look up to the shooting stars
We aim for the moon and Mars
Yuh
Don’t like to get too involved
But I’m here for you to call
Yuh
And you like to do it all
Yea you like to do it all
Yuh
I’m here if you ever fall
I’m here if you ever fall
Yuh
And baby I want it all
Said baby I want it all
Yuh
And you think you know it but really don’t know the cost
Yuh
Said baby don’t let me fall said baby don’t let me fall
Yuh




I feel like a shooting star we aim for the moon and Mars
Yuh

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Sly and the Family Stone with The Roots's song "Star" express the desire to achieve greatness and reach for the stars, quite literally. The lyrics reveal the longing to go beyond one's present circumstances and pursue a higher purpose. The repeated line "Look up to the shooting stars, we aim for the moon and Mars" emphasizes this desire and serves as a mantra for motivation. Additionally, the lyrics express a sense of loyalty and reliability, as the singer assures their loved one that they are always there to support them through their journey to achieve their dreams. The song also touches on the theme of growth, acknowledging that change and leaving old relationships behind may be necessary to achieve one's goals.


Overall, the song encourages listeners to strive for excellence and not be afraid to pursue their dreams, even if it means taking risks and leaving the past behind.


Line by Line Meaning

Look up to the shooting stars
We have high aspirations and look up to those who have achieved great success.


We aim for the moon and Mars
We strive for great achievements and success, setting our sights on the highest goals.


Don’t like to get too involved
We prefer not to be caught up in unnecessary drama or conflict.


But I’m here for you to call
We are always there to provide support and assistance when needed.


And you like to do it all
You have a desire to accomplish everything you set your mind to.


Yea you like to do it all
You have a strong drive to succeed and accomplish your goals.


I’m here if you ever fall
I will always be there to catch you and help you get back up.


Said baby I want it all
We are determined to achieve success and fulfill all our goals and desires.


And you think you know it all but really don’t know the cost
You believe you know everything, but may not fully understand the challenges and sacrifices required to achieve your goals.


Said baby don’t let me fall said baby don’t let me fall
We need support and assistance to achieve our goals, and hope that those around us will not let us fall.


I feel like a shooting star we aim for the moon and Mars
We have high aspirations and great potential for success, and will strive to achieve our goals no matter how difficult they may be.


Hate the pointless conversations
We dislike unproductive discussions that do not lead to results or progress.


Everything’s about patience
Success requires patience and the willingness to wait for the right opportunities to arise.


If you don’t like gotta work it out
If you encounter obstacles or challenges, you must find a way to resolve them instead of simply giving up or quitting.


You can’t be sitting round waiting
Success requires action and the willingness to take risks and pursue opportunities.


All that shit is out dated
Old ways of thinking and doing things are no longer effective and must be discarded.


The victimizing and the blaming
Blaming others or playing the victim will not lead to success, and we must take responsibility for our own actions and decisions.


The shit that’s wrong we gotta change it
We must identify and correct the flaws and shortcomings that hinder our progress and success.


I’m keeping my circle real little I don’t need no friends I can’t fuck with too many
We prefer to surround ourselves with a small group of trusted individuals and do not want to associate with too many people who may not share our goals or values.


I’m tryna go higher I pop me a KP and then I put one in the simply
We are focused on achieving greater success, and may use substances or other means to help us reach our goals.


I had me some homies I tried to put on but they look at me like they ain’t get me
We have tried to help others succeed, but they did not understand or appreciate our efforts.


All the fuck shit for no time for that
We have no patience for unnecessary drama or negativity that hinders our progress or success.


Need a mil yea I’m on grind for that
We have a strong motivation to achieve wealth and success, and are willing to work hard and make sacrifices to achieve these goals.


For the fam lives on lines for that
We are driven by a desire to provide for our family and ensure their well-being and success.


Imma be fine tell momma that
We believe that we will succeed and be successful, and want to reassure our loved ones of this fact.


Ion really be where drama at
We prefer not to get caught up in drama or negativity, and instead focus on pursuing our goals and achieving success.


In the book bag where the llama at
We may carry weapons or other means of protection to ensure our safety and success.


Not finna wait ima take mine
We will not wait for opportunities to come to us, but instead will take action to make them happen.


It’s goin be a minute no break time
Achieving success will take time and effort, and we must be prepared to work hard and persevere through difficult times.


N bridges is burning I’m right in the middle I Ain’t gotta choice so we break ties
We may be caught in the middle of conflicts or difficult situations, but will not let these obstacles prevent us from achieving success.


We came up was low so we aim high
We have come from a disadvantaged background, but this has only motivated us to strive for greater success and achieve our goals.


I gotta keep rolling I ain’t high
We must remain focused and committed to our goals, even when faced with challenges or obstacles.


N gotta get to it you keep on complaining we Both gotta work wit the same time
Achieving success requires hard work and dedication, and we must all do our part to make this happen.


N Girl I know it get risky
We are aware that pursuing success may be risky and can involve challenges or dangers.


N girl I know you ain’t fit me
We understand that not everyone may share our goals or values, and we must be prepared to cut ties with those who hold us back or hinder our progress.


I know they been switchin
We are aware that others may not always be loyal or supportive, and we must be prepared to adapt to changes and challenges.


Times change gotta stay wit me
In order to succeed, we must be able to adapt and change with the times, and be prepared to overcome new challenges and obstacles.


Minds change gotta stay distance
We must be discerning and cautious in our relationships with others, and keep a safe distance from those who may hinder our progress or success.


Violate 9’s they itchin
We may be faced with dangerous or violent situations, and must be prepared to protect ourselves and our interests.


Time waste I won’t give it
We are determined to make the most of our time and not waste it on unproductive or unnecessary activities.


Eyes straight I’m on business
We are focused and determined to succeed, and will not let distractions or obstacles deter us from achieving our goals.


I jus think bout all that we said
We reflect on our past conversations and exchanges, and consider how they may impact our future success.


Everything jus spins in my head
Thoughts and ideas about our goals and aspirations consume our minds, and we are constantly thinking of ways to achieve success.


Thinking bout jus all that you pled
We consider the promises and commitments we have made to ourselves and others, and work to fulfill them as we pursue success.


N all that you said
We listen and consider the advice, feedback, and criticism of others, knowing that it can help us to improve and achieve greater success.


Maybe I was better off dead
The pursuit of success can be challenging and difficult, and at times we may feel overwhelmed or discouraged.




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Written by: Austin White, Joshua Dillon

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E Johnson

Classic material

Chief Funker

Yeah. Awesome album of covers.

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