Shining
The Harry J. All Stars Lyrics
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Your dreams will take you very far
But when you wish upon a dream
Life ain't always what it seems
What'd you see on a night so clear
In the sky so very dear
You're a shining star
Shining bright to see
What you could truly be
Shining star come in to view
Shine its watchful light on you
Give you strength to carry on
Make your body big and strong
Born a man child of the sun
Saw your work had just begun
Found I had to stand alone
Bless it now I've got my own
So, if you find yourself in need
Why don't you listen to these words and heed
Be you giant or grain of sand
Words of wisdom are ?Yes I can?
You're a shining star
No matter who you are
Shining bright to see
What you could truly be
You're a shining star
No matter who you are
Shining bright to see
What you could truly be
The lyrics to The Harry J. All Stars' "Shining Star" seem to speak to the idea of following your dreams, despite the many obstacles and uncertainties that may come along the way. The song first introduces the idea of wishing upon a star, and how it can take you far, but also cautions that life may not be exactly what you expected it to be. The lyrics seem to suggest that perhaps it is better to wish upon a dream instead, as it may lead to a clearer vision of what you want and who you are.
The song then introduces the idea of a "shining star," someone or something that can guide and motivate you to become your best self. It could be interpreted as a higher power or simply the idea of something greater than yourself that you can strive towards. The lyrics suggest that this shining star can give you the strength to carry on and make your body big and strong, which could be a metaphor for building strength and resilience in yourself.
The song also touches upon the idea of standing alone, but ultimately coming out stronger and with your own sense of purpose. The final lines of the chorus reiterate the idea that you are a shining star, no matter who you are, and that you can be anything you truly want to be.
Overall, the song seems to serve as a motivational message to strive for your dreams and embrace your own inner strength and worth, regardless of any setbacks along the way.
Line by Line Meaning
When you wish upon a star
If you have a desire or dream and put your hopes into it
Your dreams will take you very far
Your aspirations will lead you to great things
But when you wish upon a dream
However, even with hopes and dreams, things may not always turn out as you expect
Life ain't always what it seems
Reality may bring different outcomes than expected
What'd you see on a night so clear
What do you perceive during a moment of clarity
In the sky so very dear
In the skies which are very precious
You're a shining star
You are a remarkable individual
No matter who you are
It doesn't matter who you are or where you come from
Shining bright to see
Standing out so everyone is aware of your unique characteristics and skills
What you could truly be
The potential of what you're capable of becoming
Shining star come in to view
A person who stands out, and is suddenly noticed
Shine its watchful light on you
Bring attention and guidance to you
Give you strength to carry on
Provide the courage to keep going in difficult times
Make your body big and strong
Provide the ability to physically handle demanding situations
Born a man child of the sun
A person whose essence is born of light and positivity
Saw your work had just begun
Realized that there are many opportunities ahead in life
Found I had to stand alone
Realized the importance of self-reliance in life
Bless it now I've got my own
Grateful for the current situation in life
So, if you find yourself in need
If you are in a difficult situation
Why don't you listen to these words and heed
Why not take in these helpful words of advice
Be you giant or grain of sand
No matter your size or significance
Words of wisdom are ?Yes I can?
Encouragement to believe in oneself and carry out their aspirations
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Leo Graham, Paul Edward Richmond
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