Like a Star

Corinne Bailey Rae

About Like a Star

"Like a Star" is a song by English singer-songwriter Corinne Bailey Rae, released as the lead single from her self-titled debut studio album (2006). It was written by Rae and produced by Steve Chrisanthou. The song was originally released in the United Kingdom on 7 November 2005 as a limited edition of 3,000 copies, reaching number 34 on the UK Singles Chart. An accompanying music video was directed by James Griffiths. The single was re-released on 9 October 2006, reaching a new peak position of number 32 on the UK Singles Chart. "Like a Star" was nominated for Song of the Year at the 50th Grammy Awards. 


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Just like a star across my sky
Just like an angel off the page
You have appeared to my life
Feel like I'll never be the same
Just like a song in my heart
Just like oil on my hands
Oh, I do love you

Still wonder why it is
I don't argue like this
With anyone but you
We do it all the time
Blowing out my mind

You've got this look I can't describe
You make me feel I'm alive
When everything else is so faint
Without a doubt you're on my side
Heaven has been away too long
Can't find the words to write this song, oh
Your love

Still I wonder why it is
I don't argue like this
With anyone but you
We do it all the time
Blowing out my mind

Yeah

I have come to understand the way it is
Is not a secret anymore
'Cause we've been through that before
From tonight I know that you're the only one
I've been confused and in the dark
Now I understand, yeah, yeah

I wonder why it is
I don't argue like this
With anyone but you
I wonder why it is
I won't let my guard down
For anyone but you
We do it all the time
Blowing out my mind

Just like a star across my sky
Just like an angel off the page
You have appeared to my life
Feel like I'll never be the same
Just like a song in my heart
Just like oil on my hands

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Corinne Bailey Rae

Corinne Bailey Rae (born Corinne Jacqueline Bailey on 26 February 1979) is a British Grammy Award winning singer-songwriter and guitarist from Leeds, West Yorkshire. Bailey Rae was named the number-one predicted breakthrough act of 2006 in an annual BBC poll of music critics, Sound of 2006. She released her debut album, Corinne Bailey Rae, in February 2006, and became the fourth female British act in history to have her first album debut at number one. In 2007, Bailey Rae was nominated for three Grammy Awards and three Brit Awards, and won two MOBO Awards. In 2008, she won a Grammy Award for Album of the Year (for her work as a featured artist in Herbie Hancock's River: The Joni Letters). more »

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Written by: CORINNE JACQUELINE BAILEY RAE

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10 facts about this song

Release details
"Like a Star" is a song by English singer-songwriter Corinne Bailey Rae from her self-titled debut album, Corinne Bailey Rae (2006).
Songwriting credits
The song was written by Rae, displaying her talent not only as a singer but also as a songwriter.
Commercial success
"Like a Star" was released as the album's lead single and peaked at number 34 on the UK Singles Chart. It also had comparable success in the United States, reaching number 56 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Critical acclaim
The song has received widespread critical acclaim and has been praised for its lyrical depth and musical complexity.
Award recognition
"Like a Star" was nominated for the Song of the Year Grammy Award in 2007. Although it did not win, the nomination helped increase Rae's international profile.
Certified sales
The song has received a Gold certification from the British Phonographic Industry for sales of over 400,000 copies, displaying its commercial success.
Music video
The music video for "Like a Star" features Rae singing and playing the guitar in various outdoor and indoor locations. It adds a visual element that further emphasizes the song's emotional depth.
Covers and performances
The song has been covered by other artists, indicating its influence and popularity. Rae has also performed the song on various television shows, including Saturday Night Live and Later... with Jools Holland.
Remixes
"Like a Star" has inspired several remixes, further extending its musical reach and influence.
Impact
Even years after its release, "Like a Star" continues to receive airplay and recognition, underscoring its lasting impact in the music world.

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