DRIFT

“Everyone’s a Star” captures 5 Seconds of Summer in a mode that feels both wiser and more relaxed—a band reflecting on the idea of fame without trying to dramatize it. The song’s premise is deceptively simple: the world tells you to shine, to stand out, to constantly prove your value, yet most people move through life feeling anything but extraordinary. 5SOS take that universal insecurity and turn it into something gentle, steady, and quietly reassuring.

The track builds itself around a comforting softness. Luke Hemmings’ vocal delivery has a looseness to it, as if the message is meant for late-night moments rather than big stages. There’s a warmth in the way he phrases each line, offering comfort without preaching. The band supports that mood with production that stays calm—light guitar strokes, an easy rhythmic pulse, and harmonies that blend rather than burst. Nothing is exaggerated; everything sits just right.

Without needing to shout, 5 Seconds of Summer manage to say something lasting: that worth doesn’t need spotlight or noise. Sometimes, it’s enough just to glow in your own way.

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