Starstruck

The Kinks

About Starstruck

"Starstruck" is a track and single from the Kinks's 1968 album, The Kinks Are the Village Green Preservation Society. The song is about getting absorbed by the culture and straying from your family.


Year:
1968
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Baby, you don't know what you're saying,
Because you're a victim of bright city lights,
And your mind is not right.
You think the world's at your feet.

Cause you're starstruck, baby, starstruck.
Taken in by the lights,
Think you'll never look back,
You know you're starstruck on me.

Baby, you're running around like you're crazy.
You go to a party and dance through the night,
And you'll drink 'till you're tight,
And then you're out on your feet.

Cause you're starstruck, baby, starstruck.
Taken in by the lights,
Think you'll never look back,
You know you're starstruck on me.

Baby, watch out or else you'll be ruined,
Cause once you're addicted to wine and champagne,
It's gonna drive you insane,
Because the world's not so tame.

And you're starstruck, baby, starstruck.
You're taken in by the lights,
Think you'll never look back,
You know you're starstruck on me.
Don't you know that you are,
Starstruck on me.
And you always will be,
Starstruck on me.
Starstruck on me.

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The Kinks

The Kinks were an English rock band formed in Muswell Hill, North London, by brothers Ray and Dave Davies in 1964. Categorised in the United States as a British Invasion band, the Kinks are recognised as one of the most important and influential rock groups of the era. Their music was influenced by a wide range of genres, including rhythm and blues, British music hall, folk and country. Ray Davies (lead vocals, rhythm guitar) and Dave Davies (lead guitar, vocals) remained members throughout the group's 32-year run. Original members Pete Quaife (bass guitar, vocals) and Mick Avory (drums and percussion) were replaced by John Dalton in 1969 and Bob Henrit in 1984, respectively. Dalton was in turn replaced by Jim Rodford in 1978. Keyboardist Nicky Hopkins accomp… more »

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Written by: RAYMOND DOUGLAS DAVIES

Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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11 facts about this song

Album Classification
"Starstruck" is a song by The Kinks from their sixth studio album, "The Kinks Are the Village Green Preservation Society", released in 1968.
Genre Classification
The Kinks are often classified as a rock band, but "Starstruck" - like many of their songs - also shows influences from British music hall, folk, and country.
Chart Performance
Despite the album's later critical acclaim, "Starstruck" and the other tracks didn't have impressive chart performances at the time.
Songwriter Role
The song was written by The Kinks' frontman, Ray Davies. The song lyrics reportedly reflect Davies' ambivalent feelings toward fame.
Length Classification
"Starstruck" is one of the shorter tracks on the album, with a running time of just 2:22 minutes.
Single Release
The song "Starstruck" was released as a single in the U.S. and Europe but failed to chart highly.
Musical Composition
The song is recognized for its catchy chorus and its prominent use of the acoustic guitar.
Reception Status
While "Starstruck" may not have been a commercial hit upon its release, it has since been regarded by fans and critics as one of The Kinks' undisputed classic tracks.
Cover Versions
"Starstruck" has been covered by other artists, including a version by the alternative rock band Yo La Tengo on their 1990 album, "Fakebook."
Record Label
This song was released under the Pye Records label in the UK and the Reprise Records label in the U.S.
Cultural Influence
"Starstruck" is considered one of the key tracks in popularizing the concept album, a format that would become particularly popular in the 1970s.

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