Old Tin Star
Chasing Childhood Dreams: A Tale of Innocence and Stars
Lyrics
How old was I, five or six or so
Reflecting on childhood memories, uncertain of exact age.
The innocent years, long ago
Recalling the time of innocence, a distant past.
Father on a chair reaching up so far
Memory of father reaching high to place a star atop a tree.
Crowning the tree, with that old tin star
Describing the act of placing an old tin star on the tree.
And it shines so pretty diamonds in the sun
The star sparkles beautifully in the sunlight.
Nothin' but good things will ever come
Expressing optimism that only positive things will happen.
Little boy don't grow up stay as sweet as you are
Advice to a young boy to retain innocence and sweetness.
So you still gaze in wonder at that old tin star
Encouraging the boy to maintain wonder for the star.
I grew up and I found a place to live
Transitioning into adulthood, finding a place to settle.
As I unpacked my things I found a gift
Discovering a meaningful gift while unpacking.
And it felt like home, though I'd come so far
Feeling a sense of belonging despite distance traveled.
For there in my hands was that old tin star
Rediscovering the old tin star, connecting to the past.
And it shines so pretty, diamonds in the sun
Reiterating the beauty of the shining star.
Nothing but good things, will ever come
Emphasizing a belief in a positive future.
Little boy don't grow up, stay as sweet as you are
Advising to retain the innocence of childhood.
So you still gaze in wonder, at that old tin star
Encouraging continued wonder for the old tin star.
Now I have kids of my own and troubles I've had some
Having children and experiencing life's challenges.
I've cried my tears and I've had my fun
Reflecting on personal experiences, joys, and sorrows.
I climb that chair, I reach out so far
Continuing the tradition of reaching for the old tin star.
And my kids looks up at that old tin star
Watching own kids look up in wonder at the star.
And it shines so pretty, diamonds in the sun
Describing the continued beauty of the shining star.
Nothing but good things will ever come
Reaffirming belief in a future filled with positivity.
Little boy, little girl, don't grow up, stay as sweet as you are
Advice to both a boy and a girl to retain their innocence.
So you still gaze in wonder, at that old tin star
Encouragement for ongoing wonderment at the old tin star.
So you still gaze in wonder, at that old tin star
Reiteration of the advice to maintain awe for the star.
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