Away In a Manger
The Roches (Holiday) Lyrics

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Star of Wonder in the heaven
Wonder what you want of me
Should I follow you tonight
Star of wonder
Star of wonder

I am just a lonely shepherd
Watching from a distant hill

Why do you appear to me
Star of wonder
If you will

In the morning they'll come looking
For the shepherd on the hill
What would make her leave her flock
For surely she must love them still

Star of wonder in the heavens
Are you just a shining star
Or should I follow you tonight
Star of wonder

Star of wonder
Shining bright

Overall Meaning

These lyrics speak of a wondering soul who is marveling at the starry skies on a calm night. The lyrics are addressing the stars in the sky, questioning and admiring the star's existence. The lyrics reaffirm the fact that the singer is perplexed and is seeking answers from the heavens.

The singer identifies themselves as a lonely shepherd watching from a distance, probably living a monotonous and dull life. The singer wonders why the star in the sky chose to reveal its beauty to them, what was so special about them that made the star shine its light on them. The singer questions whether they should leave their flock and follow the star, as it might hold a higher purpose for them.

Line by Line Meaning

Star of Wonder in the heaven
Oh bright star shining up above

Wonder what you want of me
I'm curious about what message you have brought

Should I follow you tonight
As I see you shine so bright

Star of wonder
My heart is full of wonder

I am just a lonely shepherd
I am a simple shepherd, all alone

Watching from a distant hill
Observing from afar with care

Why do you appear to me
What brings you here to me, dear star?

Star of wonder
My heart is full of wonder

If you will
If it be your will, shining star

In the morning they'll come looking
When morning comes, they will search for me

For the shepherd on the hill
Asking what made me follow through