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.
Taking a Chance on Love
Anne Shelton Lyrics
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All aglow again, takin' a chance on love.
Here I slide again, about to take that ride again.
Starry-eyed again, takin' a chance on love.
I thought that cards were a frame-up, I never would try.
Now I'm taking that game up and the ace of hearts is high.
Things are mending now, I see a rainbow blending now.
Here I slip again, about to take that trip again.
I got that grip again, takin' a chance on love.
Now I prove again that I can make life move again.
Um - I'm in the groove again, takin' a chance on love.
I walk around with a horse shoe, in clover I lie.
And brother rabbit of course you better kiss your, foot good-bye.
On that ball again I'm ridin' for a fall again.
I'm gonna give my all again takin' a chance on love.
Anne Shelton's Taking a Chance On Love is a delightful expression of the joy, adventure and excitement of taking a risk on romance. The lyrics are full of enthusiasm and confidence to take that chance on love despite the uncertainties of the future. In the first stanza, the singer hears the trumpets blow again that awakens the inner desire to venture out and take another chance on love, aglow with hope and anticipation. In the second stanza, the singer contemplates the risks, but reassured that things are mending and sees a rainbow blending, promising a happy ending. The third stanza conveys the singer's readiness to take the trip, full of grip and in the groove ready to prove that they can make life move again. The final lines speak to the belief in good luck, fate and leap of faith as the singer, on that ball again, is riding for a fall again, determined to give their all again, taking a chance on love.
Line by Line Meaning
Here I go again, I hear those trumpets blow again.
I'm excited and ready to take a new chance at love, with bells and whistles signaling the start.
All aglow again, takin' a chance on love.
I'm feeling the warmth of love as I embark on this journey again.
Here I slide again, about to take that ride again.
I'm bracing myself for the ups and downs of love, about to go for the ride again.
Starry-eyed again, takin' a chance on love.
I'm feeling optimistic and hopeful about love, looking up at the stars as I take another chance.
I thought that cards were a frame-up, I never would try.
I used to believe that love was a trap but I'm willing to take the risk now.
Now I'm taking that game up and the ace of hearts is high.
I'm playing the game of love and I have a strong feeling that I'll hit the jackpot this time.
Things are mending now, I see a rainbow blending now.
I'm starting to see a brighter future in love, with things coming together and colors blending harmoniously.
We'll have a happy ending now, takin' a chance on love.
I'm hopeful that this time, my journey in love will have a happy ending.
Here I slip again, about to take that trip again.
I'm about to embark on another adventure in love, even after past mistakes and missteps.
I got that grip again, takin' a chance on love.
I have a firm hold on my emotions and determination to take a chance on love again.
Now I prove again that I can make life move again.
I know I can make things work out in love once more, and I'm ready to take that challenge on.
Um - I'm in the groove again, takin' a chance on love.
I'm feeling the rhythm and the vibes of love, going ahead with a positive attitude.
I walk around with a horse shoe, in clover I lie.
I feel exceptionally lucky in love and life, as if I'm strolling around with a horseshoe for good fortune and laying in clover fields.
And brother rabbit of course you better kiss your, foot good-bye.
Others who may be competing for love against me are in for disappointment - they better say goodbye to their lucky charms as I have the upper hand.
On that ball again I'm ridin' for a fall again.
I'm aware I might fall or fail again in love, but I'm willing to take the risk to enjoy the ride.
I'm gonna give my all again takin' a chance on love.
I'm ready to give my all in love once more, and take a chance with optimism and open heart.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: B.G. DESYLVA, LEW BROWN, RAY HENDERSON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@deejay830
Great arrangement
@radiojim36
Nice version of the song. Thanks for posting.
@ianblakesley3349
Very much inspired by the original from Ella Fitzgerald in front of the Chick Webb band of 1938, but Ambrose does swing here rather like Tommy Dorsey. A nice version indeed.
@tonerow7603
Decca clearly trying out their full frequency range recording techniques before the official launch in late 1944.
@birdandthe
anne great as usual but its 1 min 30 secs before we hear from anne ! ambrose did this a lot with anne, no wonder she ditched him in 1943
@risingchads
Up to the 1940s people bought dance music for dancing, but during the decade they were reduced to accompaniment for the singer. The rot set in when they had to name the singer on the label, and soon the bandleader's name vanished, as indeed did the dance band itself!