All The Way To Reno (You're Gonna Be A Star)
R.E.M. · In Time - The Best of R.E.M. 1988-2003
all the way to Reno.
You've dusted the non believers
and challenged the laws of chance.
Now, sweet
You were so sugar sweet
you may as well have had 'kick me'
fastened on your sleeve.
You know what you are
You're gonna be a star
You know what you are
You're gonna be a star.
Wing
is written on your feet
your Achilles heel
is a tendancy
to dream
but you've known that from the beginning.
You didn't have to go so far
you didn't have to go.
You know what you are
You're gonna be a star
You know what you are
You're gonna be a star.
You know who you are
You know who you are
You know who you are.
Humming
all the way to Reno
You've written your own directions
and whistled the rules of change.
You know what you are
You're gonna be a star
You know what you are
You're gonna be a star
You know what you are
You're gonna be a star
You know what you are
You're gonna be a star.
Humming
all the way to Reno
You're gonna be a star, you are
You're gonna be a star
You're gonna be a star, you are
You're gonna be a star.
All The Way To Reno (You're Gonna Be A Star)
R.E.M. delivered a standout track with "All The Way To Reno (You're Gonna Be A Star)," a recording that captures the band's signature blend of jangly guitars and cryptic storytelling. Originally appearing on their 1991 album Out of Time, the song reflects the group's evolution during a period of significant commercial success and artistic experimentation. The track features the band's characteristic atmospheric production, weaving together Mike Mills' melodic bass lines with Peter Buck's intricate guitar work. While often overshadowed by the album's massive singles, this recording remains a vital part of their celebrated catalogue, showcasing the band's ability to craft intimate narratives within a polished sonic landscape. It stands as a testament to their enduring influence on alternative rock and their capacity to create memorable music that resonates across decades.