About the song
Starship’s “Sara” is a classic new wave anthem that has captivated audiences for decades. Released in 1985, the song became a number-one hit on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, showcasing the group’s exceptional vocals and their ability to blend elements of rock, pop, and synth-pop.
The song’s intro immediately sets the stage with a driving drum beat and a catchy synth riff. Starship’s lead singer, Grace Slick, then comes in with her powerful vocals, delivering the lyrics with a sense of passion and conviction. The lyrics explore themes of love, loss, and the complexities of human relationships, painting a vivid picture of a woman named Sara and her struggles.
One of the song’s most memorable aspects is its anthemic chorus, in which Slick sings, “Sara, Sara, listen to me.” The chorus’s repetitive refrain further reinforces the song’s central theme of longing and desire.
The song’s production is impeccable, featuring a tight rhythm section, lush synths, and a soaring guitar solo. Starship’s harmonies are as tight as ever, with each member contributing their unique vocal style to the overall sound.
“Sara” is a testament to the enduring power of new wave music. Its timeless melody, evocative lyrics, and Slick’s powerful vocals have made it a beloved classic that continues to resonate with audiences of all ages. The song’s enduring popularity is a testament to Starship’s legacy and their ability to create music that transcends time and genre.
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Lyrics
Go now, don’t look back, we’ve drawn the line
Move on, it’s no good to go back in time
I’ll never find another girl like you, for happy endings it takes two
We’re fire and ice, the dream won’t come true
Sara, Sara, storms are brewin’ in your eyes
Sara, Sara, no time is a good time for goodbyes
Danger in the game when the stakes are high
Branded, my heart was branded while my senses stood by
I’ll never find another girl like you, for happy endings it takes two
We’re fire and ice, the dream won’t come true
Sara, Sara, storms are brewin’ in your eyes
Sara, Sara, no time is a good time, oh
Sara, Sara, storms are brewin’ in your eyes
Sara, Sara, no time is a good time for goodbyes
loved me like no one has ever loved me before
(And Sara) hurt me, no one could ever hurt me more
(And Sara) Sara, nobody loved me anymore
I’ll never find another girl like you, no
We’re fire and ice, and a dream
Sara
Sara, Sara no time is a good time, oh
Sara, Sara, storms are brewin’ in your eyes
Sara, Sara, no time is a good time, for good bye’s
Sara, Sara, storms are brewin’ in your eyes
Sara, Sara no time like the first time
Sara, Sara
Ooh Sara, why did it, why did it, why did it all fall apart
Sara, Sara (uh Sara)
Sara