Big Star
10,000 Maniacs · Love Among The Ruins [1997]
A world from a record on my bed
Turn the tables on me
What would happen if I fell?
To the tune of a dreamer
To the tune of my heart
A big star running from me
I saw a world out sunnin' on my head
Turn the tables on me now
I would fall from heaven and ring your bell
Baby catch me
In the middle of a lie
The boys are out tonight
Yeah, the boys are out tonight
The big shots singin' from me
I saw a world out sunnin' on my head
Pity my heart signals
Center of a storm inside my head
Center of my, center of my heart
Center of my, out of time, simple mind
From the moon out my window
Wink and a blink and a nod
Had a wish on a start but now it's
Now it's falling, now it's falling, falling
The boys are out tonight
Yeah, the boys are out tonight
Big skies above me
Signal my horoscope, it said
Never heed a caution, never fight a lover
Never cross a street alone in the middle
The middle of a signal red, middle of a drinker's heart
Middle of a big parade, a signal in my horoscope
Big Star
The 10,000 Maniacs' 1997 track "Big Star" stands as a defining moment in their discography, blending soft rock sensibilities with a nostalgic reverence for the seminal 1970s band of the same name. Recorded for the album *Love Among The Ruins*, the song captures the group's ability to evoke a specific era through melody and atmosphere while maintaining their own distinct vocal harmonies and guitar work. Released during the late 1990s, the recording reflects the band's continued exploration of acoustic textures and emotional depth, serving as a bridge between their earlier indie-folk roots and their later, more polished productions. The song has become a staple for fans of the genre, illustrating how the 10,000 Maniacs paid homage to musical predecessors while crafting a timeless piece that resonates with listeners seeking warmth and authenticity in their recordings.