Starstruck

from Openhearted by Priya Parrotta

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“Starstruck” is a celebration of the beauty of the stars, in a society which tends to accord a great deal of pomp and circumstance to itself. The singer is scheduled to perform in a large theater, a space of spotlights and sold-out seats. She is reluctant to perform, however, because the night sky calls to her—and she cannot shake the feeling that true light, and true brilliance, cannot be found inside the theater, but rather in the twinkling tapestry of stars above.

lyrics

The stage is set, my turn to shine
The show is on, a grand design
I know they've been waiting for this day
But I just want to walk away

When I stand up on stage
This special song drifts away
Can it be real and can it be free
While everyone is looking at me?

These days I sing to the mystery...

Let's return to what feels true
The invisible threads connecting me and you
The mystery that is art
A cosmic symphony, a quiet start

The big stage and the bright lights
While all the while in the night
Shine down a million stars
Come, let's find out who we are

Let's return to what feels true
The invisible threads connecting me and you
The mystery that is art
A cosmic symphony, a quiet start

credits

from Openhearted, released July 4, 2023
Music, lyrics and production by Priya Parrotta

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Priya Parrotta Rome, Italy

Priya is an author, singer, songwriter, composer, producer, and activist dedicated to peace and healing across borders. Her music celebrates the Earth, the skies, and the journeys of our hearts. She is a multicultural, world citizen with close connections to the Mediterranean, South Asia & the Americas. Priya was one of 50 musicians nationwide to be nominated for the 2022 US Artists Fellowship. ... more