Starpool is a ska/rock band from Orange County, California that formed in 2… Read Full Bio ↴Starpool is a ska/rock band from Orange County, California that formed in 2003. Starpool is made up of Evan Kilbourne on drums, Brian Mashburn on guitar, Alan Meade on vocals, Bill Uechi on bass, Brian "T-Bone Willy" Williams on trombone, Eric Zamora on saxophone, and Oliver Zavala on trumpet. Phil Hanson played drums for the band from 2003 to 2010.

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It's Alright
Starpool Lyrics

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Can you tell me how your feelin, how your feelin, right now.
Youve been busy double deain, youve been stealin, and now
You got caught in the game and it blackened your heart
We were one and the same, now we're fallin apart
When the bridges are burned tell me where will you turn, to late to mend with all of your friends
Cause its alright and its ok, im gonna make it anyway
Its alright and its ok, by me, by me
Can you tell me how your doin, youve been losin, your mind

Tell my are you misleadin, youve been feeding, your lies
You got caught in the game and it blackened your heart
We were one and the same, now we're fallin apart
When the bridges are burned tell me where will you turn, to late to mend with all of your friends
Cause its alright and its ok, im gonna make it anyway
Its alright and its ok, by me, by me
And you know it comes down to you, and what you chose to do, no matter what youve been put through.
Well you know we were one and the same, and now we are just a shame, tell me whos gonna be the one to blame.
Cause its alright and its ok, im gonna make it anyway
Cause its alright and its ok, im gonna make it anyway

Its ok by me, by me, by me, by me yeah
By me by me ohhh by me by me

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Starpool's "It's Alright" express a sense of disappointment and disillusionment towards a friend or loved one who has succumbed to dishonesty and greed. The lines, "You've been busy double dealin', you've been stealin', and now / You got caught in the game and it blackened your heart" suggest that the person in question has compromised their integrity for personal gain, leading to a breakdown of trust and the dissolution of the relationship. The singer of the song expresses sadness over the loss of the relationship, stating, "We were one and the same, now we're fallin' apart / When the bridges are burned tell me where will you turn?" The chorus, which repeats the phrase "it's alright and it's okay," seems to serve as a message of reassurance to the singer, implying that they will survive and move on despite the betrayal.

The song explores themes of friendship, trust, and integrity, as well as the consequences of compromising these values. It suggests that while it may be painful to let go of a damaged relationship, it is ultimately necessary for one's own well-being. By expressing empathy for the person who has been caught in their deception, the song also highlights the complex emotions that can arise when dealing with a broken friendship or relationship.

Line by Line Meaning

Can you tell me how your feelin, how your feelin, right now.
The singer is asking the listener how they are feeling at the present moment.

Youve been busy double deain, youve been stealin, and now
The listener has been actively engaged in some sort of deceitful behavior.

You got caught in the game and it blackened your heart
The listener was caught being deceitful and it has affected them negatively.

We were one and the same, now we're fallin apart
The artist and listener were once similar or aligned, but are now growing apart.

When the bridges are burned tell me where will you turn, to late to mend with all of your friends
The listener has burned bridges with their friends and it's now too late to try to repair the relationships.

Cause its alright and its ok, im gonna make it anyway
The singer feels okay about the situation and is confident in their ability to move forward regardless of the circumstances.

Can you tell me how your doin, youve been losin, your mind
The listener is struggling internally and may be experiencing mental health issues.

Tell my are you misleadin, youve been feeding, your lies
The artist suspects that the listener has been dishonest about something.

And you know it comes down to you, and what you chose to do, no matter what youve been put through.
Ultimately, the listener is responsible for their actions and the consequences that come with them, regardless of any external factors.

Well you know we were one and the same, and now we are just a shame, tell me whos gonna be the one to blame.
The artist and listener were once seen as equals, but now their actions have caused them to feel ashamed. They wonder who is at fault for the situation.

Its ok by me, by me, by me, by me yeah
The singer is trying to reassure the listener that they are okay with the situation and hold no ill will towards them.

By me by me ohhh by me by me
The repetition of 'by me' reinforces the artist's acceptance of the situation and desire to move on.

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