New Year's Day
Stella Starlight Trio Lyrics


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All is quiet on New Year's Day
A world in white gets underway
I want to be with you
Be with you, night and day
Nothing changes on New Year's Day
On New Year's Day
I will be with you again
I will be with you again
Under a blood red sky
A crowd has gathered in black and white
Arms entwined, the chosen few
The newspapers says, says
Say it's true, it's true
And we can break through
Though torn in two
We can be one
I, I will begin again
I, I will begin again
Oh, oh
Oh, oh
Oh, oh
Oh, oh
Oh, oh
Oh, oh
Oh, oh
Ah, maybe the time is right
Oh, maybe tonight
I will be with you again
I will be with you again
And so we're told this is the golden age
And gold is the reason for the wars we wage
Though I want to be with you, be with you
Night and day
Nothing changes
On New Year's Day




On New Year's Day
On New Year's Day

Overall Meaning

The song "New Year's Day" by Stella Starlight Trio, a cover of U2's original from their album "War," captures a sense of hope, sorrow, and longing that often comes with the start of a new year. The opening lines, "All is quiet on New Year's Day, a world in white gets underway," creates a somber feeling of starting anew after the noise and celebration of New Year's Eve. The desire for connection is echoed in "I want to be with you, be with you night and day," and the repetition of "I will be with you again" is a reminder of the potential for new beginnings.


The second verse takes a darker turn, describing a group of people gathered under a "blood red sky" and the newspapers announcing something that is supposedly true. The line "we can break through, though torn in two, we can be one," suggests that despite the division and violence in the world, there is still a chance for unity and peace. The repeated "oh's" towards the end of the song create a sense of building, as if the singer is preparing for something momentous to happen.


Overall, the song evokes a feeling of both sadness and hopefulness - a reflection on the past and the hope for the future. The chorus of "nothing changes on New Year's Day" is a kind of paradox, suggesting that while the outward appearance of the world may be the same, there is always the potential for change and growth.


Line by Line Meaning

All is quiet on New Year's Day
The beginning of a new year is often a peaceful, serene time.


A world in white gets underway
Winter has arrived in full force, blanketing the world in snow and transforming it into a glistening, ethereal realm.


I want to be with you
The singer desires the company and companionship of their loved one.


Be with you, night and day
The singer wishes to spend all of their time with their significant other, regardless of the time of day.


Nothing changes on New Year's Day
Despite the arrival of a new year, the world continues on its usual course and nothing significant changes.


On New Year's Day
The singer continues to reflect on the first day of the year and its significance.


I will be with you again
The singer reiterates their desire to spend time with their loved one and be reunited with them.


Under a blood red sky
The image of a crimson-hued sky suggests violence and chaos lurking in the world.


A crowd has gathered in black and white
A group of people, likely mourning or in solemn contemplation, have come together dressed in dark and light colors.


Arms entwined, the chosen few
A select group of individuals have bonded together, holding each other close for comfort and support during difficult times.


The newspapers says, says
The media reports on various events and incidents happening in the world.


Say it's true, it's true
The media's reports are purportedly accurate and truthful, despite potential biases or inaccuracies.


And we can break through
Despite the turmoil in the world, there is still hope for unity and progress.


Though torn in two
The world is divided and fractured, but it is still possible to unite and heal its wounds.


We can be one
Collective effort and cooperation can help bring people together and create a sense of shared community.


I, I will begin again
The singer expresses a determination to start anew and renew themselves in the face of adversity.


Oh, oh
Perhaps an expression of hope or anticipation.


Ah, maybe the time is right
There is a possibility that the present moment is optimal for making positive changes or achieving goals.


Oh, maybe tonight
The singer suggests that tonight may be the perfect opportunity to take action and pursue what they desire.


And so we're told this is the golden age
Society often portrays the current time period as one of immense wealth, progress, and prosperity.


And gold is the reason for the wars we wage
The singer comments on the greed and avarice that underlies many of the conflicts and wars in the world.


Though I want to be with you, be with you
Despite the problems in the world, the singer still desires the love and companionship of their significant other.


Night and day
The singer's desire for their loved one is constant, regardless of the time of day.


Nothing changes
Despite the chaos and turmoil in society at large, the singer's desire to be with their loved one remains constant and unalterable.


On New Year's Day
The song returns to its original refrain, reflecting on the quiet and contemplative nature of the first day of the year.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Dave Evans, Larry Mullen, Adam Clayton, Paul Hewson

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mawk20

Well done and very enjoyable, I keep coming back to this song. Much love

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