(I Never Wanted) To Be a Star Lyrics

Lyric discussion by soulfreedom 

Cover art for (I Never Wanted) To Be a Star lyrics by Cat Stevens

He just wanted to sing peaceful, lovely songs. Didn't want to be "Not another bean in the star machine"

After you get some attention, you got to get into the "game" if you want to continue singing. The game is selling your soul. He choose a different path.