Stardust
Rod Stewart · Stardust: The Great American Songbook Vol. 3
Steals across the meadows of my heart
High up in the sky the little stars climb
Always reminding me that we're apart
You wandered down the lane and far away
Leaving me a song that will not die
Love is now the stardust of yesterday
The music of the years gone by
Sometimes I wonder why I spend
The lonely nights dreaming of a song
The melody haunts my reverie
And I am once again with you
When our love was new
And each kiss an inspiration
But that was long ago
Now my consolation
Is in the stardust of a song
Beside the garden wall
When stars are bright
You are in my arms
The nightingale tells his fairy tale
Of paradise where roses grew
Though I dream in vain
In my heart it always will remain
My stardust melody
The memory of love's refrain
When our love was new
And each kiss an inspiration
But that was long ago
Now my consolation
Is in the stardust of a song
Beside the garden wall
When stars are bright
You are in my arms
The nightingale tells his fairy tale
Of paradise where roses grew
Though I dream in vain
In my heart it always will remain
My stardust melody
The memory of love's refrain
Stardust
Rod Stewart's rendition of 'Stardust' serves as the centerpiece for his third volume in The Great American Songbook series. This recording captures Stewart's signature crooning style, applying his distinctive rasp to a timeless standard that has defined the pop and jazz repertoire for decades. The track exemplifies his enduring commitment to interpreting classic compositions, bridging the gap between traditional songwriting and his own rock-inflected vocal delivery. As part of a celebrated catalogue dedicated to preserving the Great American Songbook, this version highlights Stewart's ability to honor the original material while imprinting it with his own emotional resonance. The song remains a staple in his live performances and studio work, reinforcing his status as a master interpreter of established hits.