Paul Pilnick's early career was promoted and managed by Mr George Roberts whilst Paul worked as lead guitarist for the band, "Vince & the Volcanoes", led by Mr Vincent Tow/Ismail;
(Vinnie was an early, informal & friend, guitar tutor to, Lennon & McCartney)
They all worked at and from Liverpool 8, 'granby' during and including 1959 to 1963 and from 54 Huskisson Street Liverpool 8.
Star
Stealers Wheel Lyrics
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Now your head's in a cloud
And you're walkin' down the street
With your feet are off the ground
They read in the press all about your success
They believe every word they've been told
After all you've been through tell what will you do
Ah, tell me Ah, tell me
When you appear on the stage
There's a standing ovation
You really live out your performance
You're the biggest sensation
You breeze through the door and when you take the floor
You expect to have it all to yourself
After all you've been through tell me what will you do
When you find yourself back on the shelf
Ah, tell me Ah, tell me
You breeze though the door and when you take the floor
You expect to have it all to yourself
After all you've been through tell me what will you do
When you find yourself back on the shelf
Ah, tell me Ah, tell me
The song "Star" by Stealers Wheel is about the fleeting nature of fame and the potential consequences of becoming a public figure. The song talks about a protagonist who has achieved star status, but they have not been able to keep their feet on the ground. Their head is in the clouds, and they are walking down the street with their feet off the ground. The singer believes every word they have been told about their success, which eventually leads to a sense of entitlement. The chorus of the song asks what the singer will do when they find themselves out of the spotlight and back on the shelf, reminding them that their fame may not last forever.
The lyrics also touch on the idea of performance and the thrill of performing on a stage in front of an adoring audience. The singer receives a standing ovation every time they appear on stage and becomes the biggest sensation. However, their sense of entitlement leads them to believe that success will always be theirs, but fame is often fickle, and what goes up must come down. The song asks what the singer will do when they inevitably find themselves back on the shelf, reminding them that they need to remain grounded and humble.
In conclusion, the song "Star" by Stealers Wheel is a cautionary tale about the perils of fame and the need to stay grounded in the face of success. It is a reminder that even those who have achieved star status can fall from grace and end up back on the shelf.
Line by Line Meaning
So they've made you a star
You have achieved great success and fame
Now your head's in a cloud
You have become detached from reality due to your new found fame
And you're walkin' down the street
You are basking in the glory of your fame
With your feet are off the ground
You are feeling elated and above it all
They read in the press all about your success
People are reading about your accomplishments in the newspapers and magazines
They believe every word they've been told
People are gullible and trust what they read in the media
After all you've been through tell what will you do
Despite all the challenges and obstacles you've faced, what will you do now?
When you find yourself out in the cold
When you lose your fame and success, how will you handle it?
When you appear on the stage
When you perform in front of a live audience
There's a standing ovation
The crowd is cheering and applauding you for your performance
You really live out your performance
You put your heart and soul into your performance
You're the biggest sensation
You are very popular and famous
You breeze through the door and when you take the floor
You confidently enter the room and take control of the stage
You expect to have it all to yourself
You believe that you deserve all the attention and adoration
When you find yourself back on the shelf
When you lose your fame and are no longer in the public eye
Ah, tell me Ah, tell me
The singer is asking the listener to share their thoughts or experiences on the topic
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: RACHEL ZEFFIRA, RACHEL ANNE SANTESSO, CHRISTOPHER SPORII
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Camille Stein
It's 2:42 a.m. and three years since last I posted.
I'm going through a rough time and for some reason I just had to play (and play ad infinitum) this song.
I just can't stop crying 😢😢 but maybe this is cathartic.
Thank you, Gerry and Stealers Wheel, for being there patiently waiting for me to return. ❤
Isn't it amazing how music can evoke (invoke?) such strong emotions? 🎉
Time to return playing this wonderful song.
zeedfighting 8545
So they made you a star, now your head's in a cloud,
Now you're walking down the street with your feet off the ground
They read in the press all about your success,
They believe every word they've been told.
After all you've been through tell me what will you do,
When you find yourself out in the cold?
When you appear on the stage there's a standing ovation,
You really live out your performance, you're the biggest sensation.
You breeze through the door and when you take the floor
You expect to have it all to yourself.
After all you've been through tell me what will you do
When you find yourself back on the shelf?
You breeze through the door and when you take the floor
You expect to have it all to yourself.
After all you've been through tell me what will you do
When you find yourself back on the shelf?
Horacio Nicolas Herrera
So they've made you a star
Now your head's in a cloud
And you're walkin' down the street
With your feet are off the ground
They read in the press all about your success
They believe every word they've been told
After all you've been through tell what will you do
When you find yourself out in the cold
Ah, tell me Ah, tell me
When you appear on the stage
There's a standing ovation
You really live out your performance
You're the biggest sensation
You breeze through the door and when you take the floor
You expect to have it all to yourself
After all you've been through tell me what will you do
When you find yourself back on the shelf
Ah, tell me Ah, tell me
You breeze though the door and when you take the floor
You expect to have it all to yourself
After all you've been through tell me what will you do
When you find yourself back on the shelf
Ah, tell me Ah, tell me
Nonie Kendrick
A harmonica, a player piano & kazoos, among many other instruments . It is a musician’s dream & one of my all time faves. So sad so few people have ever heard it.
mrsdaytripper86
You just dont get unique sound and quality like this anymore. Long live Gerry and his smooth grooves.
J G
This was a Joe Egan composition, they were fantastic together.
Camille Stein
It's 2:42 a.m. and three years since last I posted.
I'm going through a rough time and for some reason I just had to play (and play ad infinitum) this song.
I just can't stop crying 😢😢 but maybe this is cathartic.
Thank you, Gerry and Stealers Wheel, for being there patiently waiting for me to return. ❤
Isn't it amazing how music can evoke (invoke?) such strong emotions? 🎉
Time to return playing this wonderful song.
Paul Rooks
Are you ok now?
Camille Stein
@Paul Rooks Oh, Paul! How so terribly kind of you to ask! 🫂 Yes, I am. I think that it was something that I had to do.
Thank you so very much for taking the time to ask.
~Camille
Cherrie Long
Love Steelers Wheel and this song is awesome! Love Gerry Rafferty and his solo tunes like Baker Street and Right Down the Line.Another great talent who died too soon. RIP Gerry.
Kristen K
My late mother loved this song...she had the 45 rpm single...took me years to find it on CD...way before youtube. So glad its so easy to listen to now. Love this song so much. Miss you mom.
mikedo6
💌💌💌
Harry S. Anchan
This is definitely the group's best. Released on December 22, 1973, reaching # 29 on March 23, 1974. R.I.P., Gerry.