Switchfoot - Stars 

"We're Christian by faith, not by genre" -Switchfoot. And that is a large part of why they are amazing.

I miss the days when a pop/rock song could have such a heavy monstrous riff like this.

Switchfoot is one of the underrated rock bands of all time. They are amazing! They deserve a Grammy!

Anyone listening in 2024?🎉

This is my dad's favorite song. That's why I like Switchfoot. They remind me of him.

Who's still listening in 2020!? 🤘❤

Super underrated music video. The underwater effect is so amazingly cool.

Hard to believe that I was a crazy mixed up teenager when this song came out. I’ll be 31 this summer. Where did all that time go? Oh well. Nostalgia binge here I come.

Interesting Fact: In an August 2011 interview with Songfacts, lead singer Jon Foreman explained the inspiration for "Stars": "I'm always looking to find order within the chaos. And sometimes when my life gets fairly chaotic, I'll take a walk outside. And in this one particular instance, I remember I'd driven off into the desert and was looking up at the stars. I had a pretty good view away from the city lights out in the high desert, and I remember thinking about the order and the perfection of galaxies of planets in orbit and traveling around space and thinking how chaotic the wars and divorces and riots on our planet must look from outer space. So that's where the song began." In another interview, Foreman said that "Stars" is about perspective, a song about stepping back in the midst of chaos and looking at the stars; the idea of anti-entropy, implying there must be something keeping the world together. "The first verse looks at things from Descartes perspective, pinning the center of the universe on the individual. 'Maybe I've been the problem,' maybe I'm overcast, falling apart, etc... The second verse talks about our world from the perspective of the stars looking down on earth from the eternal dance of gravity and motion."

This whole album is so underrated.

2024 check-in! Love their sound and energy! Woo!!!

I know it'll sound cheesy but I sing this song as a lullaby to my kids now. I wish I could tell that to 16-year-old me.

I'm from Bangladesh and I used to listen to this all the time when I was in 3rd/4th grade without understand anything they're saying except "stars." I didn't had the permission to use the internet so searching for the lyrics was not an option for me back then. My goal was to learn the whole lyrics when I grow up. I'm in 12th grade now and damn this song has soooo much memories for me. Thank you, Switchfoot. Love from Bangladesh. ❤️

I'm far from religious and being a christian but, this band is one of my favourites of all time, Jon's vocal's, the bands instrumental and song writing skills are something I'm inspired by ever day.

This is still the coolest music video Ive ever seen.

😂 Those days, I used to wait for this to be played randomly on local TV channel. This song is just so damn good, always!

when i look at the stars i see the work of a true lord!!! praise the lord!!

The fact the almost 50 second intro was cut to less than 20 seconds is criminal 😮...this song ROCKS!

Such an awesome band, and a Christian band none the less. Amen! These guys rock no matter what they're playing. It's all pure gold.

Please note the Quality of it all. The Lyrics, the music, the video itself. Pure gold.

Everyone can relate to this. When I look at the stars When I look at the ☀️💫❤️ I see Him ✝️❤️

When I look at the stars it makes me realize how small we are yet how big God is

The 1st song I downloaded from the band he album version,nothing is sound, is more rocking intro ,which makes it one of the best Christian rock and rock opening songs I heard. I consider this their signature song. The stars are the limit how you tackle faith. This song stars, Andrew 38th parrarel north blue north have a connection here.

This will always be one of the most innovative and incredible music videos of all time.

love this song...never get's old

"maybe ive been the problem maybe im the one to blame" love this song

The concept of the lyrics go with the music. I love songs like that.

Switch foot was a huge part of my childhood, going to a private Christian school this was one of the only rock bands I was able to convince my parents to let me listen to ❤️😃 I still love there music

This song holds up so well, even in this day and age. Switchfoot rocks!

God bless switchfoot ❤ forever

Remember listening to this all the time on the radio, had no idea at the time they were a Christian Band!!

I'll always LOVE Switchfoot. Soundtrack of my teenage years!

I miss going to see Switchfoot live, I hope I get to see them soon!

Oh man! The memories of 2006! How nostalgic for me! Still one of the best bands and song ever!

still listening in 2022 (: ❤️ miss the old days…

This will always be one of my favorite songs. I remember hearing for the first time in 2005 and falling in love with this instantly. Definitely a bit of a nostalgic feeling. They are amazing.

The best. They simply understand how to make your soul stir with euphoria

Still Listening .. Still quarantine .. Hi from Philippines 😊 hope we are okay because of pandemic .. I love you Switchfoot 😊

Love it. Love. It.

I’m seeing them this October. So ready.

I think is amazing how music can make your soul feel I mean everything of me becomes different happier more grateful very identified just by hearing music such like this !! Music is one of the things that make me feel so happy so joyful so loved so understood like nobody else but my God my parents could ever do and Im grateful for that because when I have nobody to talk to this is one of my favorite places to take refuge but the 1st one is Jesus definitely!! I thank God for these musicians ♥️♥️♥️

Switchfoot is the only band that every song they’ve ever released I’ve loved ❤️❤️❤️❤️👌🏽

Im 31 when i was younger this song always gave me hope...listing in 2030..always and forever

First heard this band at school. It's was red ribbon week, and these guys were in one of those "natural high" videos. Thanks school, I found a band I like!

Just met all of them. What great guys! And they can put on a damn good show. Absolutely love the guitar riffs in this one.

Maybe I've been the problem, maybe I'm the one to blame But even when I turn it off and blame myself, the outcome feels the same I've been thinkin' maybe I've been partly cloudy, maybe I'm the chance of rain And maybe I'm overcast, and maybe all my lucks washed down the drain I've been thinking 'bout everyone, everyone You look so lonely But when I look at the stars When I look at the stars When I look at the stars I see someone else When I look at the stars The stars, I feel like myself Stars lookin' at our planet, watching entropy and pain And maybe start to wonder how the chaos in our lives could pass as sane I've been thinking 'bout the meaning of resistance, of a hope beyond my own And suddenly the infinite and penitent begin to look like home I've been thinking 'bout everyone, everyone You look so empty But when I look at the stars When I look at the stars When I look at the stars I see someone else When I look at the stars The stars, I feel like myself, yeah Stars... Stars... Everyone, everyone We feel so lonely Everyone, yeah, everyone We feel so empty When I look at the stars When I look at the stars When I look at the stars I feel like myself When I look at the stars The stars, I see someone

Those opening lyrics are so important to take in as an adult.

Listening in August 2024. This album came out when i was on high school and it's still the my favorite and the BEST album I will ever listen to

2:55-3:02 gives me chills every time!! I got the honor of meeting these guys last summer! Jon is such an amazing person!

Man, I absolutely love Switchfoot's music! They are a spectacular Christian band! Love you Jon Foreman bro, keep up the good work!

I'm still listening acoustic version of this

phenomenal band ,totally cool

It's amazing how I still remember every word of their songs even after several years!!!

hands down, switchfoot is the best christian rock band around. their lyrics resonate to many people and their sound is hard to beat. watched the fading west video, and you get a sense of how these guys really are. they go to places and music concerts(death metal concerts) to reach out to people. that's just amazing! switchfoot come to walla walla, washington!

A strange blip from my childhood. Kind of bittersweet to listen to this

Going to see them perform outdoors at Jones County Fair in Iowa on 07/19/2024! Hidden gem opportunity - can't wait!

A truly uplifting song. The lyrics remind you of the possibility and purpose of life.

❤

Video is so good. That tree with the fall colors.

I remember my high school old self buying my first ever Switchfoot CD with this album. I felt the happiest at that time. Thanks, Switchfoot

I'm overwhelmed and proud that there is american with filipino blood the guitarist and back vocals..Longlive Philippines!

Estamos en 2020 y no supero esta canción❤ Lo amo tanto como a esta gran banda... entre todas las bandas del mundo esta es mi favorita... Por mucho más de Switchfoot!!

One of the most serene & melodic intros ever!

Mi canción favorita ...como me trae recuerdos

Love this song. ♡♡♡♡ One of my favorites by Switchfoot.

Rocking to Switchfoot 2024❤❤

Love Switchfoot!!!

Stars never gets old. This is the first Switchfoot song I heard and it still gets into me everytime ❤️

Nostalgia hit me pretty hard when I first listened to them as a kid.

2022 and this song still lives rent free in my head! 🎉

My favorite Switchfoot song.

Very good song.

2024 still a masterpiece

This will never lose its charm

suddenly it hit in my head and now I am here. back then in 2014 one of my friends did introduce Switchfoot. man it feels nostalgic

July 1st 2021..wow!!..im 37 years old now.

There’s something in the simplicity of your music videos that just make them the absolute best out there

Dear Switchfoot, I am seriously in love with you guys. I have every album and poster and I have like 5 shirts. You guys were my favorite band for the past 3 years and I am so happy that I am a fan of a perfect band like you guys. Im seeing you in a concert in 3 weeks and I cant wait because its front row and its my first concert. I dont know if you guys read the comments but if you do know for a fact that I LOVE YOU GUYS. You guys are too perfect too function. Omg bye I love you guys

This was my brothers favorite song before he died. He was half blind and had special needs. I feel like he's in the stars now. Now he can see!!!!

The Moon, The Stars, The Sun.... Galaxy. Infinity..GOD!

O man my teenage years brings back great memories

So many years ago!! Oh how i loved their music ..This video was sooo soo amazing ..THEY STILL ROCK

Beautiful cinematography❕❕📹

Nothing beats the beauty of this song.

This song truly brightened my day..I needed an injection of Switchfoot this morning. Thank you

Switchfoot, you guys are my absolute favorite band, w/the most highly original video conceptions I've ever seen.God bless your calling.I cannot wait 4 future projects.Peace and joy, love Melissa Laurin.

That's how I feel.. "I am more than this world has to offer"... I have so much to offer, but the world only looks at outward appearance, instead of your heart. I will have a lot to offer in heaven

FINALLY I FOUND THIS SONG, BEEN SEARCHING FOR A LONG TIME

LOVE THIS SONG!! CRANK IT UP!!

Definitely one of the coolest videos of all time.

Missing this song so bad 😍

have seen them play this at every concert and still sounds great!!!!!!!! amazing talent

Used to listen to this song all the time in 5th grade, now I'm in 12th and think this song is still pretty good

The whole album is AMAZING!

YOU TOOK OUT THE DAMN RIFFS!!!

still my fave since it's release ❤. listening in 2023

For awhile the only song I new by Switchfoot was 'Meant To Live', but then I discovered this and I fell in love.

2019 and still hooked 💯

tears of nostalgia!

all i can say is... WOW. it's gonna feel awesome when our music makes this kind of impact on OUR listeners. CAN'T WAIT ANOTHER MINUTE TO BE THAT AMAZING.... *cheshire grin*