Waiting for a Star to Fall

Boy Meets Girl

About Waiting for a Star to Fall

"Waiting for a Star to Fall" is a song released by the pop duo Boy Meets Girl in 1988. It was a worldwide hit and became their signature song. Since its release, it has been remixed and covered by many artists, including Cabin Crew and Sunset Strippers.


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I hear your name whispered on the wind
It's a sound that makes me cry
I hear a song blow again and again
Through my mind and I don't know why
I wish I didn't feel so strong about you
Like happiness and love revolve around you

Trying to catch your heart
Is like trying to catch a star
So many people love you baby
That must be what you are

Waiting for a star to fall
And carry your heart into my arms
That's where you belong
In my arms baby, yeah

I've learned to feel what I cannot see
But with you I lose that vision
I don't know how to dream your dream
So I'm all caught up in superstition
I want to reach out and pull you to me
Who says I should let a wild one go free

Trying to catch your heart
Is like trying to catch a star
But I can't love you this much baby
And love you from this far

Waiting for a star to fall
And carry your heart into my arms
That's where you belong
In my arms baby, yeah

Waiting (however long...)
I don't like waiting (I'll wait for you...)
It's so hard waiting (don't be too long...)
Seems like waiting (makes me love you even more...)

Waiting for a star to fall
And carry your heart into my arms
That's where you belong
In my arms baby, yeah

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Boy Meets Girl

Boy Meets Girl is an American duo consisting of keyboardist and vocalist George Merrill and singer Shannon Rubicam. They are perhaps best known for their hit song "Waiting for a Star to Fall" from 1988 and for writing two number one hits "How Will I Know" and "I Wanna Dance With Somebody (Who Loves Me)" performed by Whitney Houston. more »

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Written by: George Robert Merrill, Shannon Rubicam

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14 facts about this song

Release Detail
"Waiting for a Star to Fall" was released by pop duo Boy Meets Girl on November 30, 1988.
Chart Success
The song achieved significant commercial success worldwide. It reached No. 5 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States and No. 9 on the UK Singles Chart.
Songwriting
The song was written by the duo's members George Merrill and Shannon Rubicam. The inspiration for the song came from an actual falling star that Shannon saw at a Whitney Houston concert at the Greek Theatre.
Initial Rejection
Though it turned out to be a hit, the song was initially offered to and rejected by both Whitney Houston and Belinda Carlisle.
Music Video
The music video features scenes from the film "Three Men and a Baby," which enhanced its popularity.
Cover Versions
The song has been covered by multiple artists in various genres, demonstrating its enduring appeal. One of the notable covers is by Cabin Crew which became a dance hit in the UK in 2005.
Inclusion in Films
Besides being featured in "Three Men and a Baby," it also made its way to the soundtrack of the film "The Wizard of Loneliness."
Popularity in UK
In UK, it became the 47th biggest hit of 1989.
Belinda Carlisle Regret
After the song's massive success, Belinda Carlisle admitted in an interview that turning down the song was a mistake.
Role in Duo's Career
"Waiting for a Star to Fall" is generally considered the signature hit of Boy Meets Girl, and it helped establish their reputation as songwriters. They went on to write several other hits for artists like Whitney Houston.
Lyrics
The lyrics of the song are based on romance and love, that present an optimistic view of finding the perfect companion.
Timeless Appeal
More than three decades after its release, the song continues to be played on radio stations, remaining a favorite among fans of 80s pop music.
Soundtrack Success
The movie "Three Men and a Baby" was a blockbuster hit and the inclusion of "Waiting for a Star to Fall" significantly contributed to the soundtrack's success as well.
Longevity
The song’s placings in various end-of-year and all-time polls suggest its enduring popularity. It was listed at No. 98 in VH1's 100 Greatest One-Hit Wonders of the 80s.

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