Anne Shelton, OBE (born Patricia Jacqueline Sibley on November 10, 1923, in… Read Full Bio ↴Anne Shelton, OBE (born Patricia Jacqueline Sibley on November 10, 1923, in Dulwich, London, England - died on July 31, 1994 in in Hurstmonceux, England) was a popular English vocalist who is widely remembered for providing inspirational songs for soldiers both on radio broadcasts, and in person, at British military bases during World War II. She was the first artist to record an English version of Lale Andersen's wartime classic "Lili Marleen" (lyrics written by Tommy Connor), and she had a UK #1 hit in 1956 with "Lay Down Your Arms", that was engineered by Joe Meek.

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.

My Devotion
Anne Shelton Lyrics

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My devotion
Is endless and deep as the ocean
And like a star shining from afar
Remains forever the same

My devotion
Is not just a sudden emotion
It will be constantly burning

And your love will kindle the flame

What a sweet beginning
To the dream I planned
All I own is yours alone
Your wish is my command

And this sensation
Was never a mere fascination
Here in my heart one sweet day it started

Then with time it grew
My devotion to you

Overall Meaning

The song "My Devotion" by Anne Shelton is a declaration of love from the singer to her significant other. The lyrics speak of the depth and constancy of her love, comparing it to the vastness of the ocean and the brightness of a star. She promises that her love will continue to burn and grow, and that she will always be devoted to her partner.

The lyrics also express a willingness to give everything to her loved one, stating that everything she owns is theirs and that their wish is her command. The song's sentiment is one of complete and total dedication, a promise to be faithful and steadfast in their love.

Overall, the song is a beautiful declaration of love that speaks to the timeless and universal nature of the emotion.

Line by Line Meaning

My devotion
My unwavering loyalty and commitment

Is endless and deep as the ocean
My devotion knows no bounds and is as vast and infinite as the sea

And like a star shining from afar
My devotion is a constant presence, shining bright no matter the distance between us

Remains forever the same
My devotion is steadfast and unchanging

Is not just a sudden emotion
My devotion is not a fleeting feeling, but a deep-seated emotion

It will be constantly burning
My devotion will always be intense and passionate

And your love will kindle the flame
Your love will fuel and intensify my devotion

What a sweet beginning
Our love story started off on a positive note

To the dream I planned
It was everything I hoped for and dreamed of

All I own is yours alone
I dedicate everything I have to you