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.
Only Forever
Anne Shelton Lyrics
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As the years come and go
Only forever, if you care to know
Would I grant all your wishes
And be proud of the task
Only forever if someone should ask
How long would it take me to be near if you beckoned
Do you think I'd remember
How you look when you smile
Only forever oh, that's putting it mild
How long would it take me to be near if you beckoned
Off hand I would figure less than a second
Do you think I'd remember
How you look when you smile
Only forever and it's putting it mild
In Anne Shelton's song "Only Forever," the singer poses a question about whether she wants to be with her partner as time progresses. She then goes on to say that if she does, it would only be forever. She would grant all of their wishes and be proud of the task if asked. She also implies that she would be immediately available to her partner if they beckoned her, remembering their smile for only forever.
The song seems to be a testament to the singer's commitment and love for her partner. She's willing to devote herself to them and be available at any moment. The lyrics express a sense of hopelessness in a way, as if the singer is accepting that this is all she can offer - a lifetime of love and dedication. At the same time, it's also an expression of enduring and constant love.
Line by Line Meaning
Do I want to be with you
Am I willing to spend my life with you
As the years come and go
Over the course of many years
Only forever, if you care to know
Only for eternity, if you truly want to know
Would I grant all your wishes
Am I willing to fulfill all your desires
And be proud of the task
And take pride in doing so
Only forever if someone should ask
Only for all time if anyone were to inquire
How long would it take me to be near if you beckoned
How quickly would I respond if you called for me
Off hand I would figure less than a second
I would estimate a response time of less than a second
Do you think I'd remember
Would I recall
How you look when you smile
The sight of your smiling face
Only forever oh, that's putting it mild
Only for eternity, and that's an understatement
Only forever and it's putting it mild
Only for all time, and it's still an understatement
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JAMES V. MONACO, JOHNNY BURKE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Ross City of Liverpool.
The best British female singer ever, she was a shinning star with a voice of pure magic. She may be gone but she left a huge catalogue of music. Glad I met and saw her in concert many times.
Ildeu Raimundo da Silva
Anne Shelton , The perfect voice for this song ! She was a clas act in every respect .
Mr. David Henry , Thanks for Posting . From Brazil.
Meredith Foster
I simply love her silky contralto, she made each song speak in such a special way.
Patrick Martin
A born and raised Dulwich girl! She truly was the sultry sound of the 40's, and such a lovely person too!
Hugh Earl
Thank you so much for posting.Some of our so-called screaming stars of today should listen to this great lady and learn how to sing.. Her diction was perfect..
John Martinez
I LOVE HER SOFT SWEET VOICE...……...ONE OF THE BEST 0F OLD STANDARDS SINGERS!
ClassyOldMusic
It's gorgeous... so beautiful... one of those perfect treasures... every note... every word... a miracle... ...any details about the band... makes me think of Artie Shaw... deep, romantic... Thanks so much for this Favorite. - John B.
brad04970
What a Beautiful voice, I didn't know she was a Brit, She was the Best... Thanks for posting.
Harry Rockwell
There are stylists and there are vioces. I count her as one of my all time favorite voices of the popular field. Bert Ambrose was one of the more popular bands of that era I think Anne Shelton was married to him at one time.
Harry Rockwell
She also has best version of "I'll be seeing you" HANDS DOWN