Shooting Star
Bad Company · Live At Wembley [2011]
When he heard his first Beatles song
Love Me Do, I think it was
And from then it didn't take him long
Got himself a guitar
Used to play every night
Now he's in a rock 'n' roll outfit
And everything's alright
Don't you know?
Johnny told his Mama,
"Hey, Mama, I'm goin' away
Gonna hit the big time,
Gonna be a big star someday"
Mama came to the door
With a teardrop in her eye
Johnny said, "Don't cry, Mama
Smile and wave goodbye"
Don't you know?
Yeah......
(Chorus)
Don't you know that you are a shooting star
Don't you know
Don't you know
Don't you know that you are a shooting star
And all the world will love you just as long
As long as you are
Johnny made a record
Went straight up to number one
Suddenly everyone loved
To hear him sing the song
Watchin' the world go by
Surprisin' it goes so fast
Johnny looked around him and said,
"Well, I made the big-time at last"
Don't you know?
Don't you know?
(Chorus)
Don't you know that you are a shooting star
Don't you know
Don't you know
Don't you know that you are a shooting star
And all the world will love you just as long
As long as you are
Johnny died one night, died in his bed
Bottle of whiskey, sleeping tablets by his head
Johnny's life passed him by like a warm summer day
If you listen to the wind you can still hear him play
(chorus)
Don't you know that You are a shooting star
Don't you know?
Don't you know that you are a shooting star
Dont you dont you dont you dont you dont you know
Don't you know that you are a shooting star
Shooting Star - Bad Company
Bad Company's "Shooting Star" is a high-energy rock anthem that exemplifies the band's signature blend of blues-rock and hard rock. Originally recorded for their 1974 self-titled debut, this track became a cornerstone of their early discography, showcasing the raw power of Mick Ralphs' guitar work and Paul Rodgers' distinctive vocals. The song's driving rhythm and soaring melody made it a staple of their live performances, particularly evident in later recordings like the 2011 Wembley release. As one of the defining tracks of the mid-1970s British rock scene, "Shooting Star" remains a powerful representation of Bad Company's ability to craft memorable, crowd-pleasing rockers that bridged the gap between classic blues influences and modern stadium rock.