Founded in Detroit, Michigan, United States in 1959, The Supremes began as a quartet called The Primettes. Founding members Florence Ballard, Mary Wilson, Diana Ross, and Betty McGlown, all from the Brewster-Douglas public housing project in Detroit, were the sister act to The Primes (later The Temptations). In 1960, Barbara Martin replaced McGlown, and the group signed with Motown in 1961 as The Supremes. Martin left at the end of 1961, and Ross, Ballard, and Wilson carried on as a trio. After they achieved success in the mid-1960s with Ross as the lead singer, Motown president Berry Gordy renamed the group Diana Ross & the Supremes in 1967, and replaced Ballard with Cindy Birdsong. Ross left the group for a solo career in 1970, and was replaced by Jean Terrell. After 1972, the lineup of the Supremes changed frequently, with Lynda Laurence, Scherrie Payne, and Susaye Greene all becoming members before the group ended its eighteen-year existence in 1977.
Little Bright Star
The Supremes Lyrics
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When he was born long ago on Christmas night
Above his head a little star was shining bright
The wise men followed that light above
Little bright star lead us today to his love
Little church bells keep ringing
Little church bells keep ringing
Little church bells ringing out at Christmas time
Reminding us that the star of love still shines
Not just at Christmas but every day
Little bright star, you're there to show us the way
Little bright star keep shining
Little bright star keep shining
Oh, little star shining over every land
Just keep on glowing so the world can understand
The joy of Christmas comes from within
Little bright star, please keep on shining for all means
Keep on shining, keep on shining
Little bright star, keep shining
Keep on shining, keep on shining
The Supremes' song "Little Bright Star" is a beautiful and inspirational song that reflects on the importance of keeping the love of Christmas shining bright all year round. The song speaks of a little star that shone brightly above the baby Jesus when he was born long ago on Christmas night, and the wise men followed that light to find Him. The little bright star is a symbol of hope, love and guidance for those who believe in the spirit and message of Christmas.
The song suggests that the little bright star still shines today, reminding us of the love that Christ brought into the world. The church bells ringing out at Christmas time are also a reminder of the importance of the Christmas message, which is to love and care for one another, not just at Christmas but every day. The little bright star is a beacon of light that shows us the way, and we are urged to follow it in order to find His love.
"Little Bright Star" is a beautiful song that speaks to the heart and soul of the listener, reminding us of the importance of keeping the spirit of Christmas alive in our hearts and minds all year round. It is a message of hope, love and guidance, and an inspiration to all who hear it.
Line by Line Meaning
Little bright star, keep shining
The singer implores the star to continue shining brightly.
When he was born long ago on Christmas night
The star shone bright above the baby Jesus when he was born.
Above his head a little star was shining bright
The star was a physical point of light above the baby Jesus' head.
The wise men followed that light above
The wise men travelled to see Jesus by following the light of the star.
Little bright star lead us today to his love
The singer requests that the star guide us to Jesus' love today.
Little church bells keep ringing
The church bells ring to celebrate Christmas.
Little church bells ringing out at Christmas time
The bells ring out during the Christmas season.
Reminding us that the star of love still shines
The bells remind us that the star of Jesus' love still shines.
Not just at Christmas but every day
The star's love shines year-round.
Little bright star, you're there to show us the way
The star guides us towards Jesus' love.
Oh, little star shining over every land
The star shines across the entire world.
Just keep on glowing so the world can understand
The star should continue shining for all to see.
The joy of Christmas comes from within
The happiness of Christmas comes from a person's heart.
Little bright star, please keep on shining for all means
The singer asks that the star shine for everyone to benefit.
Keep on shining, keep on shining
The singer repeats the call for the star to keep shining.
Little bright star, keep shining
The song ends with a final plea for the star to continue shining brightly.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ALLAN CAPPS, ALLEN CAPPS, MARY DEAN-LAURIA
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