About The Song
"Flaming Star" is a title associated with both a 1960 film and its title song performed by Elvis Presley. The song was written by Sid Wayne and Sherman Edwards, and it served as the title track for the film of the same name.
The film "Flaming Star" is a Western drama directed by Don Siegel, in which Elvis Presley played the lead role of Pacer Burton, a half-breed youth torn between his white and Native American heritage during a conflict between the two communities. The movie was a departure from Presley's typical musicals, as it featured a more serious and dramatic storyline.
The theme song, "Flaming Star," reflects the film's narrative, with lyrics that convey the inner conflict and struggles faced by the protagonist. Presley's delivery of the song is emotionally charged, capturing the intensity of the character's predicament. The lyrics evoke themes of identity, cultural clashes, and the challenges of belonging to two worlds.
Musically, "Flaming Star" combines elements of rock and roll with a Western and folk influence. The song features a distinctive acoustic guitar riff, giving it a country flavor that complements the film's setting and theme. Presley's vocal performance adds depth and sincerity to the lyrics, enhancing the emotional impact of the song.
"Flaming Star" didn't follow the typical commercial success of Presley's more mainstream hits, but it remains noteworthy for its departure from his usual musical style and its connection to a film with a more serious and socially relevant storyline. The song and the film collectively showcase Elvis Presley's versatility as an artist who could successfully explore different genres and themes in his work.
While not as widely celebrated as some of Presley's more famous hits, "Flaming Star" holds a unique place in his discography as a reflection of his willingness to experiment with different musical styles and take on roles that went beyond the stereotypical musicals of the time. It's a reminder that Elvis Presley's impact extends beyond his chart-topping hits, encompassing a diverse range of artistic expressions throughout his career.
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Lyrics
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Ev'ry man, has a flaming star
A flaming star, over his shoulder
And when a man, sees his flaming star
He knows his time, his time has come
Flaming star, don't shine on me, flaming star
Flaming star, keep behind me, flaming star
There's a lot of livin' I've got to do
Give me time to make a few dreams come true
Flaming star
When I ride, I feel that flaming star
That flaming star, over my shoulder
And so I ride, front of that flaming star
Never lookin' around, never lookin' around
Flaming star, don't shine on me, flaming star
Flaming star, keep behind me, flaming star
There's a lot of livin' I've got to do
Give me time to make a few dreams come true
Flaming star
One fine day, I'll see that flaming star
That flaming star, over my shoulder
And when I see, that old flaming star
I'll know my time, my time has come
Flaming star, don't shine on me, flaming star
Flaming star, keep behind me, flaming star
There's a lot of livin' I've got to do
Give me time to make a few dreams come true
Flaming star