Wishing on a Star
Rose Royce, Sister Sledge
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I'm wishing on a star To follow where you are I'm wishing on a dream To follow what it means I'm wishing on a star To follow where you are I'm wishing on a dream To follow what it means And I wish on all the rainbows that I see I wish on all the people who really dream And I'm wishing on tomorrow, praying it'll comes And I'm wishing on all the lovin' we've ever done I never thought I'd see A time when you would be So far away from home So far away from me Just think of all the moments that we'd spent I just can't let you go, for me you were meant And I didn't mean to hurt you, but I know That in the game of love you reap what you sow I feel it's time we should make up, baby I feel it's time for us to get back together And make the best of things, oh, baby When we're together, whether or never I feel it's time we should make up, baby I feel it's time for us to get back together And make the best of things, oh, baby When we're together, whether or never I'm wishing on a star To follow where you are I'm wishing on a dream To follow what it means And I wish on all the rainbows that I see I wish on all the people we've ever been And I'm hopin' on all the days to come and days to go And I'm hopin' on days of lovin' you so I'm wishing on a star To follow where you are I'm wishing on a star Oh, oh, oh, And I wish on all the rainbows that I see I'm wishing on a star To follow where you are I'm wishing on a star And I wish on all the rainbows that I see I'm wishing on a star To follow where you are I'm wishing on a star oh, oh, ah, ah I'm wishing on a star, oh,oh To follow where you are I'm wishing on a star, baby To follow wherever you might be Wishing in a star, oh, oh To follow where you are, oh, oh, ah, ah
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Written by: Billie Rae Calvin
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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14 facts about this song
Release"Wishing on a Star" was released in 1977, as part of Rose Royce’s second album.
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SongwriterThe song was penned by former Motown songwriter and producer, Billie Calvin; who was also associated with Undisputed Truth, another popular 70's band.
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OriginsDespite the association with Rose Royce, the song was originally written for singer Gwen Dickey.
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AlbumThe song features on Rose Royce’s critically acclaimed second album – 'In Full Bloom'.
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Genre"Wishing on a Star" falls into the genres of R&B and soul.
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Chart PerformanceThe song peaked at the number 3 spot in the UK Singles Chart in March, but interestingly, it didn't perform as well in the US chart.
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Special RecognitionIt is recognized as a timeless classic and is frequently played on old school and soul radio stations.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by numerous other artists across different genres, including the Cover Girls, Randy Crawford, Beyoncé, and X Factor UK Winners.
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InfluencesThe depth and sentiment of the lyrics have been cited as influences by several modern R&B and soul artists.
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Music VideoThe official music video of the song, featuring the original members of Rose Royce, was released in the 1970s and is available on various online platforms.
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LegacyThe song continues to resonate with audiences and is considered a masterpiece of contemporary R&B and soul music.
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Use in Media"Wishing on a Star" has been used in numerous films and television shows, demonstrating its enduring popularity and cross-generational appeal.
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Live PerformancesRose Royce has performed "Wishing on a Star" live in various concerts and special events over the years.
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Awards and AcclamationsAlthough the song didn't win any major music awards, it is widely recognized and respected within the music industry.
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