- The Red, White, and Blues — Stars.mp4
- The Red, White, and Blue, Too.mp4
- The Red, White, and Blues — Stars.mp3
- The Red, White, and Blue, Too.mp3
[Intro]
And the rockets’ red glare
The bombs bursting in air
Gave proof through the night
… dawn’s early light
… last gleaming twilight
On broad stripes, the bright stars
Saw through the perilous fight
[Bridge]
Fight, fight, fight
’till we see the light
[Verse 1]
Are you talking white stripes,
Every other read
To a field so blue
Hearts ring true
Figure what to do
You on blue
What stars do
Do, do, do
[Pre-Chorus]
Do what stars do
Shine
Shine, shine, shine
What stars do
Do, do, do
[Chorus]
Come join me if you’re fielding the blues
If you’re feeling blue,
We’ll figure what to do
You on blue
What stars do
Do, do, do
What stars do
[Break]
[Bridge]
Stars and stripes through the night
Stars and stripes into the light
[Verse 2]
The red, white and blue
Sure looks good on you
Our blues have come due, past due
Do what stars do
Shine
Shine, shine, shine
Shine
[Pre-Chorus]
Do what stars do
Shine
Shine, shine, shine
What stars do
Do, do, do
[Chorus]
Come join me if you’re fielding the blues
If you’re feeling blue,
We’ll figure what to do
You on blue
What stars do
Do, do, do
What stars do
[Break]
[Verse 3]
Old Glory,
How will you go down in history
Will you pave the way
Over sooo yesterday
Sowing seeds to today
[Pre-Chorus]
Do what stars do
Shine
Shine, shine, shine
What stars do
Do, do, do
[Chorus]
Come join me if you’re fielding the blues
If you’re feeling blue,
We’ll figure what to do
You on blue
What stars do
Do, do, do
What stars do
Shine
Shine, shine, shine
What stars do
Shine
[Outro]
Saw through the perilous fight
Fight, fight, fight
’till we saw the light
The light
[End]
[Silence]
ABOUT THE SONG
This song is a poetic tribute to the stars of science and climate science, drawing parallels between their resilience and the enduring symbol of the American flag.
The “rockets’ red glare” and “bombs bursting in air” evoke the imagery of struggle and perseverance, symbolizing the challenges faced in the pursuit of scientific knowledge and the fight against climate change. The reference to “dawn’s early light” and “last gleaming twilight” suggests a journey from darkness to enlightenment, mirroring the quest for understanding and solutions in the realm of science.
In the verses, there is a play on the colors of the American flag – red, white, and blue – representing different aspects of the scientific endeavor. The repetition of “What stars do” emphasizes the idea of shining brightly and guiding others through the darkness, much like the stars in the night sky.
The chorus invites listeners to join in the collective effort to address the challenges of climate change, acknowledging the feelings of despair (“feeling blue”) but also expressing determination to find solutions (“figure what to do”). The refrain “What stars do” reinforces the notion that resilience and perseverance are key qualities in the face of adversity.
The bridge celebrates the enduring spirit of the stars and stripes, suggesting that their light will lead the way through the darkness of uncertainty and doubt. The outro echoes the sentiment of resilience and perseverance, urging listeners to continue the fight until the light of knowledge and understanding shines brightly.
Overall, the song conveys a message of hope, unity, and determination in the face of the challenges posed by climate change, honoring the stars of science who lead the way towards a brighter future.