In 1961 she participated in BBC TV's A Song for Europe Contest, the UK qualifying heat for the Eurovision Song Contest. Her entry, "I Will Light a Candle" was placed fourth. Lale Andersen, who recorded the original German version of "Lili Marleen" also entered the 1961 Eurovision Song Contest, although her song only made it to #13. Anne made another attempt at Eurovision in 1963 with "My Continental Love" - and came fourth again.
She also sang and acted in several motion pictures.
In 1990 she was awarded the OBE for her work with the "Not Forgotten Association", a charitable organization for disabled former service personnel from all wars. Anne Shelton died in Hurstmonceux, England in 1994 and was interred in the Brenchley Gardens cemetery in South East London.
Fools Rush In
Anne Shelton Lyrics
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I used to say
A game I thought I'd never play
"Romance is a game for fools"
I said and grinned
Then you passed by
And here am I
Throwing caution to the wind
Fools rush in where angels fear to tread
And so I come to you, my love, my heart above my head.
Though I see the danger there
If there's a chance for me, then I don't care
Mm-mm-mm-mm
Fools rush in where wise men never go
But wise men never fall in love, so how are they to know?
When we met, I felt my life begin
So open up your heart and let this fool rush in
Fools rush in where wise men never, never, never go
Eh, but wise men never fall in love, so how are they to know?
Ah, when we met, girl, I felt my life begin
So open up your heart and let this fool rush in
Just open up your heart and let this fool rush on in
Just open up your heart because I-I-I-I-I-I-I am coming in
Open up your heart and let this fool rush in!!
The song "Fools Rush In" by Anne Shelton was released in 1954 and speaks about the impulsive nature of love. The song starts with the lyrics, "Romance is a game for fools, a game I thought I'd never play," indicating the skepticism of the artist towards the concept of love. However, as the song progresses, the artist confesses that even though romance may be a game for fools, she is ready to take the risk and "throw caution to the wind."
The chorus of the song "Fools rush in where angels fear to tread" beautifully encapsulates the idea that love is an irrational feeling, and people often take chances that wise men would never dare to take. However, despite the risks involved, the artist confesses that she wants to take the chance because meeting the person she loves makes her feel alive.
The song "Fools Rush In" speaks to the impulsive nature of love and the risks involved in pursuing it. The artist encourages the listener to take the chance and open up their heart to love, even if it means acting like a fool. Overall, the song is a beautiful representation of what it means to love and the risks one is willing to take to find it.
Line by Line Meaning
Romance is a game for fools
I used to believe that love is something only foolish people pursue
A game I thought I'd never play
I never saw myself falling in love
I said and grinned
I used to mock people who pursued love
Then you passed by
But then I met you
And here am I
Now I find myself
Throwing caution to the wind
Taking a risk and pursuing love with you
Fools rush in where angels fear to tread
Foolish people often take risks that cautious people avoid
And so I come to you, my love, my heart above my head.
I am taking a risk and pursuing you despite the potential danger
Though I see the danger there
I am aware of the risks and potential consequences
If there's a chance for me, then I don't care
But I am willing to take the chance and pursue you
Fools rush in where wise men never go
Wise people often avoid risks that foolish people take
But wise men never fall in love, so how are they to know?
However, wise people may not understand the feeling of falling in love
When we met, I felt my life begin
Meeting you gave a new meaning to my life
So open up your heart and let this fool rush in
I am asking you to take a chance on me and let me pursue you
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Johnny Mercer, Rube Bloom
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