Lyrics
I want to be a rock star
The speaker expresses a desire to become a rock star.
But, I ain't got what it takes
The speaker acknowledges a lack of certain qualities required to be a successful rock star.
The drive and the determination
The speaker recognizes the need for drive and determination to succeed in the pursuit of becoming a rock star.
And the lucky breaks
The speaker mentions the importance of lucky breaks in achieving success as a rock star.
I want to be a rock star
Reiteration of the desire to be a rock star despite lacking certain attributes.
But, I ain't got the face
The speaker acknowledges not having the ideal physical appearance for a rock star.
I want to be a rock star
Repetition of the aspiration to be a rock star.
But, I ain't got what it takes
Reiteration of the acknowledgment of lacking necessary qualities.
Seeing my face up on the TV
The speaker envisions the experience of seeing their face on television.
Hearing my songs on the radio
The speaker imagines the thrill of hearing their songs played on the radio.
People waiting all day in line to see me
The speaker visualizes fans waiting in line to see them, suggesting popularity.
Doing my pose for Rolling Stone
The speaker anticipates posing for a photoshoot with Rolling Stone magazine, a symbol of fame.
Well, it's alright, yeah it's alright
The speaker reassures themselves that everything will be alright despite challenges.
Living lifestyles of the rich and famous
The speaker describes living a luxurious lifestyle associated with being rich and famous.
Turning all heads in the music scene
The speaker mentions attracting attention in the music scene.
Flying in my own jet plane to Vegas
The speaker envisions flying in a private jet to Las Vegas, symbolizing success.
Riding in a big black limousine
The speaker imagines riding in a luxurious black limousine, further emphasizing a glamorous lifestyle.
Well, it's alright, yeah it's alright
Reiteration that everything will be alright despite challenges.
No, I ain't got nothing
The speaker acknowledges having nothing tangible but emphasizes their value to someone (the audience).
But, to you I'm something
The speaker acknowledges that, despite personal shortcomings, they mean something significant to someone.
Something so much more
The speaker is recognized as something much more valuable to a specific person or audience.
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