Albert West, became first known through his involvement in the band The Shuffles (1963-1973) when they scored a worldwide hit with 'Cha la la, I need you'. But already soon in the 60s he went solo and became one of the most popular singers in the Netherlands in the early 70s.
The last years he is also known as presenter for Dutch radio and television.
He died 4 june 2015 as the result of a car accident a week before.
My Dear Rose
Albert West Lyrics
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To tell you I found someone new
To tell you I tried
But there wasn't a thing I could do
When I first met her
This girl wasn't part of my plan
I hope you will
My dear Rose
I have to tell you I love her
My dear Rose
I can't stop thinking about her
I should have told you this
Before it got out of hand
I hope you will
But I know that you won't understand
I wasn't looking
For anyone other than you
She isn't someone
That I picked right out of the blue
I'll write again
In a couple of weeks if I can
I hope you will
But I know that you won't understand
My dear Rose
I have to tell you I love her
My dear Rose
I can't stop thinking about her
I should have told you this
Before it got out of hand
I hope you will
But I know that you won't understand
My dear Rose
I have to tell you I love her
My dear Rose
I can't stop thinking about her
My dear Rose
I have to tell you I love her
My dear Rose
I can't stop thinking about her
My dear Rose
I have to tell you I love her
The lyrics of Albert West's "My Dear Rose" tell the story of a man who has fallen in love with another woman and feels the need to confess this to his former lover, Rose. He writes a letter explaining that despite his efforts, he has found someone new and cannot stop thinking about her. Although he acknowledges that Rose will likely not understand or appreciate his confession, he feels compelled to share his truth with her.
The song explores themes of honesty, acceptance, and heartbreak. The singer acknowledges that his relationship with Rose is over and that he has moved on, but he also recognizes that his confession will hurt her. In his honesty, he is not trying to excuse his behavior or hurt Rose further, but rather, he is offering closure and the truth.
This song is relatable to those who have experienced heartbreak and the need for closure. It shows that although it may be difficult to confront your feelings and share your truth with others, it is important to be honest and to express yourself in a respectful and thoughtful way.
Line by Line Meaning
I write this letter
I am communicating this news to you through written correspondence
To tell you I found someone new
I have discovered a new romantic partner
To tell you I tried
I attempted to continue our relationship
But there wasn't a thing I could do
Despite my efforts, the relationship could not be salvaged
When I first met her
During the initial encounter with this new partner
This girl wasn't part of my plan
The new partner was not someone I had intentionally sought out
I hope you will
I would like for you to see my perspective
But I know that you won't understand
I understand that you will not be able to fully comprehend my decision
My dear Rose
An affectionate term of address for the recipient of the letter
I have to tell you I love her
I am confessing my feelings for the new partner
I can't stop thinking about her
I am frequently preoccupied with thoughts of the new partner
I should have told you this
I should have informed you of my feelings earlier
Before it got out of hand
Prior to the situation becoming irreparable
I wasn't looking
I did not have any intention or desire to find a new partner
For anyone other than you
I was exclusively interested in maintaining our relationship
She isn't someone
The new partner is not a person who was deliberately selected
That I picked right out of the blue
I did not choose the new partner suddenly or unexpectedly
I'll write again
I will attempt to communicate with you again in the future
In a couple of weeks if I can
I will communicate with you again in the near future if possible
Contributed by Eliana C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Feshes
My Dad played this music every morning. It stuck with me till today. At age 46 I still remember the lyrics
Arnold Trausel
Het was 1974 ik reed s’avonds in mijn Simca en dit liedje had ik op mijn eight track wat een supertijd met een geweldige artiest ,jammer genoeg komt die tijd nooit meer terug die tijd was veel beter dan nu met al die malloten
Bouwina Liemborg
ik hoorde dit nummer vanmiddag bij petra,radio 5 nostalgia,ik was er meteen door geraakt,prachtig nummer !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!11
Gisela Haase
Sehr schöne Melodie passt perfekt. Ich höre seine Melodien immer wieder gerne.
Arnold Trausel
Het mooiste liedje van Albert West is dit.
MarkVL
Ja, mooi nummer; goed gedaan met die drumroffel en accordeon in het refrein.
Gisela Haase
Sehr schöne Melodien. Sie lassen
Gute Erinnerung en zurück.
Man muss sie immer wieder
hören. DANKE.💖🌹💕🌠
sukasno hartoyo
My sweet memories song
......when I at school...1979
Engelina77
Ik ook Bouwina! Precies hetzelfde.