Former ballerinas turned songstresses, they released their self-titled debut in 2000 with Epic. The album was met with lukewarm reception, but the girls were undeterred. After moving to New York, they released Light Of The Moon with Universal in 2005, with similar luck. After leaving the label and their manager to make some serious changes, they recorded their third album with producer Roger Greenawalt and after having opened a week's worth of shows for Albert Hammond Jr. [Catherine Pierce's fiancee] in November 2006, the girls were greeted with much more enthusiastic reception and excellent press.
Thirteen Tales of Love and Revenge was released in April 2007.
The Pierces recently gained even more press when they were featured on the December 5th episode of the hit TV show, "Gossip Girl".
However, despite Catherine's high-profile celebrity romance with the Strokes guitarist, Albert Hammond Jr., the increased publicity didn't translate into sales.
According to the You'll Be Mine Songfacts, the siblings were on the verge of calling it a day when a friend of theirs, Coldplay bassist Guy Berryman, offered to produce them. The result was The Pierces fourth album, You & I, their first release after signing to Polydor.
We Are Stars
The Pierces Lyrics
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Fashioned in the flesh and bone
We are islands
Excuses to remain alone
We are moons
Throw ourselves around each other
We are oceans
Being controlled by the pull of another
And I just wanna be loved by you
Yeah I just wanna be loved by you
I see nothing worse than to sail this universe without you
When we met
I was pulling an angel out of a liar
We forget
Satisfaction kills our desire
We are dreamers
Wishing upon what we were born from
We made plans
Kill them ourselves
And then we mourn them
And I just wanna be loved by you
Yeah I just wanna be loved by you
I see nothing worse than to sail this universe without you
And I just wanna be loved by you
Yeah I just wanna be loved by you
I see nothing worse than to sail this universe without you
(I just wanna be loved by you)
I see nothing worse than to sail this universe without you
(I just wanna be loved by you)
I see nothing worse than to sail this universe without you
Without you
The Pierces's song We Are Stars talks about the nature of humanity and the need for love and connection. The first stanza compares humans to various celestial bodies - stars, islands, moons, and oceans - to emphasize the fact that we are all unique and diverse, but also interconnected and affected by each other's actions. The lines "excuses to remain alone" and "being controlled by the pull of another" suggest that people often struggle to balance their individuality with their desire for intimacy and the fear of losing themselves in a relationship.
The second stanza is more personal, reflecting on the singer's own experience of love and loss. The lines "pulling an angel out of a liar" and "satisfaction kills our desire" suggest that the singer and their partner may have started their relationship based on deception or false promises, and that the routine and familiarity of their connection have dulled their passion. The final lines of the song - "I see nothing worse than to sail this universe without you" - express the singer's desperate need for their loved one's presence, even if they recognize the risks and challenges of being in a relationship.
Overall, We Are Stars is a poignant and introspective song that highlights The Pierces's talent for combining poetic lyrics with haunting melodies and ethereal harmonies.
Line by Line Meaning
We are stars
We are unique and shining individuals.
Fashioned in the flesh and bone
Our physical bodies are what make us stars.
We are islands
We often isolate ourselves from others.
Excuses to remain alone
We have reasons for avoiding connection with others.
We are moons
We orbit around each other in different relationships.
Throw ourselves around each other
Our relationships can be chaotic and unpredictable.
We are oceans
Our emotions can be overwhelming and powerful.
Being controlled by the pull of another
We can be affected by the actions and emotions of those around us.
And I just wanna be loved by you
The singer desires the love and affection of someone special.
Yeah I just wanna be loved by you
The singer emphasizes the importance of that love and connection.
I see nothing worse than to sail this universe without you
The singer can't imagine a life without the person they want to be loved by.
When we met
The singer reflects on a past relationship or encounter.
I was pulling an angel out of a liar
The singer saw something good in someone who was dishonest or deceptive.
We forget
Over time, the positive things in a relationship may be forgotten.
Satisfaction kills our desire
Once we have what we want, we may lose the motivation to pursue it further.
We are dreamers
We have hopes and aspirations for the future.
Wishing upon what we were born from
Our dreams are influenced by our past experiences and origins.
We made plans
We create goals and intentions for ourselves.
Kill them ourselves
We often sabotage our own plans and dreams.
And then we mourn them
We feel regret and sadness when we realize we have failed to achieve our goals.
Without you
The singer once again emphasizes the importance of the person they desire to be loved by.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ALLISON PIERCE, CATHERINE PIERCE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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"We Are Stars"
We are stars,
Fashioned in the flesh and bone,
We are islands,
Excuses to remain alone,
We are moons,
Throw ourselves around each other,
We are oceans,
Being controlled by the pull of another.
And I just wanna be loved by you,
Yeah I just wanna be loved by you,
I see nothing worse than to sail this universe without you.
When we met,
I was pulling an angel out of a liar,
We forget,
Satisfaction kills our desire,
We are dreamers,
Wishing upon what we were born from,
We made plans,
Kill them ourselves,
And then we mourn them.
And I just wanna be loved by you,
Yeah I just wanna be loved by you,
I see nothing worse than to sail this universe without you.
And I just wanna be loved by you,
Yeah I just wanna be loved by you,
I see nothing worse than to sail this universe without you.
(I just wanna be loved by you)
I see nothing worse than to sail this universe without you.
(I just wanna be loved by you)
I see nothing worse than to sail this universe without you,
Without you
@MimiCjomi78
"I see nothing worse than to sail this universe without you."-- my favorite line
@gigadude556
Same.
@joshuamoody7729
That line resonates with me the most. This one of the best songs about longing I’ve heard.
@paromita.ghosh.
Thanks to Gossip Girls for giving me so many amazing songs.....
@jaber4774
This song is so underrated
@mralan441
This song is just priceless
@whateveryah
I can never find enough words to describe how outstanding this song is on every single level.
I have always loved this song, and it will forever be in a league of its own till the day I cease to exist and even beyond.
I am forever grateful for your existence and your talent, Allison and Catherine.
@user-cv3pd6wp7d
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@aveta_red
You said it all! Thank you
@dr.anniethompson7660
CW Beauty and the Beast - Vincent and Catherine