Spaceship Superstar
Prism
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Every night is a different flight to a different galaxy Do a sold-out show, then I hit the road in my starship limousine Get so damned tired and uninspired doin' all these one night stands It's a giant leap for Rock'n'Roll...but it's too much for just one man I'm a Spaceship Superstar... gotta solar-powered laser beam guitar I'm at the top of all the charts on Mars...I'm a Spaceship Superstar! On Mercury, they're crazy about my stellar rock'n'roll And I always sell out in advance at the Martian Astrobowl The fans, they swarm like meteorites to our concerts on the moon You should have seen us knock'em dead on Venus doin' all our favorite tunes I'm a Spaceship Superstar...gotta solar-powered laser beam guitar I'm at the top of all the charts on Mars...I'm a Spaceship Superstar!
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Written by: JIM VALLANCE
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20 facts about this song
Genre Classification"Spaceship Superstar" is typically classified as a classic rock song.
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Release YearThis record track was released in 1977.
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Debut AlbumThe song is part of Prism’s self-titled debut album.
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Band FormationPrism, a Canadian rock band, was formed in 1977 - the same year "Spaceship Superstar" was released.
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Chart SuccessThis track was one of Prism's earliest hits, helping to establish their successful career.
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ComposerThe song was penned down by Jim Vallance and Bryan Adams.
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Album ProducersPrism's debut album, featuring "Spaceship Superstar," was produced by Bruce Fairbairn and Jim Vallance.
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NASA UsageNASA chose "Spaceship Superstar" as the wake-up song for astronauts aboard the Space Shuttle Discovery in 2011.
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Song ThemesThe song is loved for its contemplation of space travel, and dreams of stardom - filling a niche within the genre of space rock.
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Music VideoUnlike many songs from the late '70s, "Spaceship Superstar" does not appear to have an official music video.
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LegacyDespite its age, the song remains popular on classic rock radio stations.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by several other artists, most notably The Barenaked Ladies in 2018 for the album 'Fake Nudes'.
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Record LabelThe song was released under the GRT and Capitol label.
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Lyrical StylePrism employs a mix of straightforward and metaphorical language in the lyrics for "Spaceship Superstar."
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Band MembersBand members at the time of recording included Lindsay Mitchell, Ron Tabak, John Hall, Rodney Higgs and Tom Lavin.
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Coincidental TimingThe release of "Spaceship Superstar" coincided with a period of intense public interest in space due to the ongoing Space Race between the United States and the Soviet Union.
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Sound SettingJust as many of Prism's songs, "Spaceship Superstar" utilized a combination of guitars, drums, and synthesizers which added to its distinctive sound.
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Unorthodox Music StyleThe song combines various musical styles, such as prog-rock, pop and arena rock, to create a unique sound.
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InfluencesThe song has influences from other notable rock acts from late 70s such as The Rolling Stones and Pink Floyd.
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Encapsulation of EraTheir energetic style and melodic sound encapsulate the height of the progressive rock era. It is a nice specimen of what late '70s rock sounded like.
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