International Rock Star
Stars Lyrics
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Well, sooner or later, they're going to find me
Never
Because, you see they're looking for you, alright
But nobody's looking for me"
International rock star
That would make the day go down easy
I've got high hopes that things end famously
And then there's love
To keep keeping you down
You find release
In the big time
International rock star
That would make the pain go away
The last one standing at the bar
Is the dream that'll have to do for today
And then there's love
To keep keeping you down
You find some peace
In the big time
Until then
Until then
Until then
I'll keep you
Locked up tight
In my collection
"How long are you going to keep me here?
I don't know
It depends
On what? On my falling in love with you?
If that's what you think, I'll be here 'til I die
Now go away
Go away
Take it over"
The song "International Rock Star" by Stars is about an individual who desires fame and success, but at the cost of a personal relationship. The opening lyrics suggest that the singer wants to be found by their fans in England in order to achieve their dream of becoming a renowned international rock star. However, the singer doesn't believe that they will ever be found because they feel that no one is looking for them. This shows that they feel invisible and unimportant, which motivates them further to achieve fame.
The following lyrics describe the singer's desire to become famous and how it would make their life easier. The line "International rock star, that would make the day go down easy" shows how they believe fame will solve their problems. They then talk about finding release and peace in the big time, suggesting that they feel trapped in an unfulfilling life and desire a way out. However, this dream is problematic as the singer acknowledges that success comes at a cost, including sacrificing a personal relationship. The lyrics "I'll keep you locked up tight in my collection" reveal that the singer's desire for fame and success is so strong that they are willing to imprison someone just to achieve it.
Line by Line Meaning
The whole of England must be searching for me
I am assuming that people from all parts of England are searching for me.
Well, sooner or later, they're going to find me
I am aware that I will eventually be found by those who are looking for me.
Never
Because, you see they're looking for you, alright
But nobody's looking for me
I was wrong about people looking for me in all of England, because it seems no one actually is.
International rock star
That would make the day go down easy
Crucified in my sports car
I've got high hopes that things end famously
I aspire to become an international rock star, with a luxurious lifestyle that comes with fame and fortune.
And then there's love
To keep keeping you down
You find release
In the big time
Despite the joys of being an international rock star, there is still the burden of love, which can weigh you down even in the midst of the most exciting times.
International rock star
That would make the pain go away
The last one standing at the bar
Is the dream that'll have to do for today
Being an international rock star would be a great distraction from the pain of life, but since I'm not there yet, I'll stick to my dream of being the last one standing at the bar for now.
And then there's love
To keep keeping you down
You find some peace
In the big time
Again, love has a way of bringing you down even in the midst of your biggest accomplishments, but the big time can also provide a sense of peace.
Until then
Until then
Until then
I'll keep you
Locked up tight
In my collection
Until I become an international rock star, I'll keep you locked in my memories, like a collector keeps their prized possession safe.
"How long are you going to keep me here?
I don't know
It depends
On what? On my falling in love with you?
If that's what you think, I'll be here 'til I die
Now go away
Go away
Take it over"
In this conversation, the artist is asking how long they will be stuck in their current situation, to which the other person responds that it's uncertain. When asked if it's dependent on the artist falling in love with them, the response is that if that's what the artist thinks, they'll never be free. The conversation ends with the other person telling the artist to go away and take time to think.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Christopher Allen Seligman, Torquil John Campbell
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@edieastro
If you haven't found and watched The Collector yet I recommend you do. It really is a good movie, but of course the book is even better. The Collector by John Fowles.
@NeteraPratt
I absolutely love love love this song. I was 16 the first time I heard it. it was a free iTunes download and I just thought it was amazing. been searching for it.
@NeteraPratt
I love this song and cannot find it on the discography on Amazon Prime Music.
@satyrinESO
@HellsSalesman I just looked it up, its a movie from 1965 called "The Collector" looks like its really good.
@HellsSalesman
@satyrinESO good find! seems like a great movie :)
@HellsSalesman
@satyrinESO yes I always think about this too when I hear the song, but I dont know!?
@satyrinESO
Do you know if the background voices came from a movie? I want to see it now if their is.