Stars by Toby Lightman

“Stars” comes from one of the most challenging and transformative periods of Toby Lightman’s life. Written during a year marked by personal upheaval, uncertainty, and her husband’s battle with cancer, the song reflects Toby’s journey of looking inward, finding strength, and learning to accept that some things in life are simply beyond our control. There’s a sense of hope running through the song, even when the answers aren’t always clear. For Toby, the stars became a fitting metaphor for those moments when, despite everything happening around us, something beautiful can still emerge. “Stars” is ultimately about resilience, perspective, and finding your way forward when life doesn’t go according to plan.