The song lyrics were written by the band Van Halen, as they were asked to write a song for the 1979 movie "Over the Edge" starring Matt Dillon. The movie (and the lyrics, although more obliquely) are about bored, rebellious youth with nothing better to do than get into trouble. If you see the movie, these lyrics will make more sense. It's a great movie if you grew up in the 70s/80s you'll definitely remember some of these characters from your own life. Fun fact, after writing the song, Van Halen decided not to let the movie use it.
You were the best idea i had all year wouldn't believe me if you tried.
you were the last girl kissed after a long night out, i was the first boy missed after a long flight back.
I couldn't believe my eyes, i had finally found some light in a dark world that doesn't like love.
If i was up in space hanging out with the stars
I'd look for the brightest one and know exactly where you are
tonight without me by your side.
you were the first in line to give me a sweetheart line,
you had the nicest smile he crossed his hands when he was nervous
but i had a bigger heart, i've had more room for you from the start and you cant believe
your bones you had finally found some light in a dark world that doesn't like love.
If i was up in space hanging out with the stars
I'd look for the brightest one and know exactly where you are
tonight without me by your side.
I want to radiate like you do and make others jealous of everything i do.
for you i will!
you pressed your lips against my lips and the magazines read we engaged in a kiss that looked more like a movie
romantic and moving. i know you know your a gorgeous girl and you dont need me to tell you that but ill do what i can
until you finally crack a smile.
We finally spent the summer waiting for the sunset, watching it together.
This is as good as love gets when im by your side!
If i was up in space hanging out with the stars
I'd look for the brightest one and know exactly where you are
tonight without me by your side.
I want to radiate like you do and make others jealous of everything i do.
for you i will!
(i cant seem to convey how i feel in the perfect way, it's not like we're still that young)
you were the last girl kissed after a long night out, i was the first boy missed after a long flight back.
I couldn't believe my eyes, i had finally found some light in a dark world that doesn't like love.
If i was up in space hanging out with the stars
I'd look for the brightest one and know exactly where you are
tonight without me by your side.
you were the first in line to give me a sweetheart line,
you had the nicest smile he crossed his hands when he was nervous
but i had a bigger heart, i've had more room for you from the start and you cant believe
your bones you had finally found some light in a dark world that doesn't like love.
If i was up in space hanging out with the stars
I'd look for the brightest one and know exactly where you are
tonight without me by your side.
I want to radiate like you do and make others jealous of everything i do.
for you i will!
you pressed your lips against my lips and the magazines read we engaged in a kiss that looked more like a movie
romantic and moving. i know you know your a gorgeous girl and you dont need me to tell you that but ill do what i can
until you finally crack a smile.
We finally spent the summer waiting for the sunset, watching it together.
This is as good as love gets when im by your side!
If i was up in space hanging out with the stars
I'd look for the brightest one and know exactly where you are
tonight without me by your side.
I want to radiate like you do and make others jealous of everything i do.
for you i will!
(i cant seem to convey how i feel in the perfect way, it's not like we're still that young)
Lyrics submitted by alanaellington
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