This was quickly followed in 1961, by his only number one hit in the UK singles chart - "Well I Ask You". The song was written by Les Vandyke, who had earlier penned two chart topping singles for Adam Faith. These were "What Do You Want", and "Poor Me". The further quirky connection is that both artist's stage names owed more than a little of their originality to Genesis, Chapter One.
Success was short-lived for Eden Kane. A couple of flops, financial problems, and a change in record labels did little to sustain his career. One comeback hit with "Boys Cry" in 1964, was just a hiccup on the general downward spiral. However, he was arguably the last British teen idol before the arrival of The Beatles, and his five chart singles all made the Top Ten. Certainly not, therefore, a one hit wonder.
The family was far from finished. His brother, Peter Sarstedt, got to number one himself in 1969, with "Where Do You Go To (My Lovely)"; whilst the youngest brother Clive (who used his second name to call himself, Robin Sarstedt) reached the top three in 1976, with his rendition of the old classic, "My Resistance Is Low".
As a footnote, in the mid 1970s all three brothers sang together briefly, but it generated no more chart action for Kane. As of 2006, all three of the Sarstedt brothers are still active in the music business.
Kane was a contract actor on the Star Trek team, and made many appearances in the TV series under his real name of Richard Sarstedt.
[edit] Singles discography
* "Well I Ask You" - 1961 - Number 1
* "Get Lost - 1961 - Number 10
* "Forget Me Not" - 1962 - Number 3
* "I Don't Know Why" - 1962 - Number 7
* "Boys Cry" - 1964 - Number 8
Have You Fallen out of Love
Eden Kane Lyrics
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Like a lost ship driftin' on the bay
When you touch me, it's just not the same
When you hold me, I feel like a stranger again
Have you fallen out of love with me
Tell the truth now, Babe
Is there someone else who's waiting, waiting for you
Does he do the things I never did for you
Have you fallen out of love with me for somebody new
Now we're only going through the motions
You've been sailing on another ocean
Ain't no reason to go on pretending
You can tell me, we can still be good friends
Have you fallen out of love with me
Oh, tell the truth now, Babe
Is there someone else who's waiting, waiting for you
Does he say the things you want-a hear
Does he do the things I never did for you
Have you fallen out of love with me for somebody new
Oh Darling, I can see a change in you
You know we just don't seem to communicate
The way we used to do
And I know you tell me you still want me around
But Honey, I know he's waitin' for ya
Somewhere on the other side of town
Have you fallen out of love with me
Oh, tell the truth now, Babe
Is there someone else who's waiting, waiting for you
Does he say the things you want-a hear
Does he do the things I never did for you
Have you fallen out of love with me for somebody new
Have you fallen out of love with me for somebody new
The lyrics to Eden Kane's song "Have You Fallen out of Love" tell the story of a man who is sensing that his partner is distancing herself emotionally. He compares the feeling to that of a lost ship drifting on the bay, as though she is drifting further away from him. When she touches him, it doesn't feel the same, and when she holds him, he feels like a stranger once again. The man suspects that his partner may have fallen out of love with him and is seeing someone else. He questions her about her feelings and asks her to tell him the truth. He wonders if there is someone else who is saying the things she wants to hear and doing the things he never did for her.
The song's lyrics are relatable to anyone who has felt the distance growing in a relationship. It evokes a sense of sadness and longing for what used to be, and the uncertainty of what the future holds. Eden Kane's delivery of the lyrics is poignant and emotive, helping to convey the melancholic tone of the song effectively.
Overall, "Have You Fallen out of Love" is a classic love song that explores the difficulties of maintaining a relationship in the face of changing feelings and circumstances. The lyrics are universal and timeless, making the song a popular choice for those looking to express their own feelings of unease in a relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
I can feel you pushing me away
I sense your distance and disinterest
Like a lost ship driftin' on the bay
In aimlessness, my feelings are adrift
When you touch me, it's just not the same
There's a lack of emotional connection in your touch
When you hold me, I feel like a stranger again
Your embrace no longer conveys familiarity or warmth
Have you fallen out of love with me
Do you no longer feel love for me?
Tell the truth now, Babe
Please be honest with me, my dear
Is there someone else who's waiting, waiting for you
Are you involved with someone else?
Does he say the things you want-a hear
Does he speak words that fulfill your desires?
Does he do the things I never did for you
Does he take actions I failed to take with you?
Now we're only going through the motions
Our actions lack true feeling or purpose
You've been sailing on another ocean
Your heart is set on another course
Ain't no reason to go on pretending
Let's stop the act of pretending we're still close
You can tell me, we can still be good friends
You can open up to me, and we can remain friends
Oh Darling, I can see a change in you
My love, I detect a transformation in your emotions
You know we just don't seem to communicate
We're failing to connect through conversation
The way we used to do
Like we did in the past
And I know you tell me you still want me around
You claim to still desire my presence
But Honey, I know he's waitin' for ya
But beloved, I know someone else is vying for your affection
Somewhere on the other side of town
In some other location, away from me
Have you fallen out of love with me for somebody new
Have you fallen out of love with me and in love with someone else?
Have you fallen out of love with me for somebody new
Have you fallen out of love with me and in love with someone else?
Contributed by Charlie I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Emile g
I've been cryin' my heart out
Do you love me or do you love me not
If you keep tryin', you'll hear me sighin'
Forg-e-e-et me not
I've been wearin' my mind out
To have you close I'd give all that I've got
The love we tasted, has it been wasted
Forg-e-e-et me not
Ain't I just a lucky guy
Forget me not, forget me not
Woh, I'd lay me down to die
If love is one big lie
There's no need to remind me
Love's afire when the kisses grow hot
So take this ember, then you'll remember
Forg-e-e-et me not
Well, ain't I just a lucky guy
Forget me not, forget me not
Woh, I'd lay me down to die
If love is one big lie
There's no need to remind me
Love's afire when the kisses grow hot
So take this ember, then you'll remember
Forg-e-e-et me not
Forg-e-e-et me not
Forg-e-e-et me not
Julie Atkin
I so miss Brian Matthews and the Sounds of the sixties on Saturday mornings....discovered lots if 60s gems listening like this song xxx
Steve Tivey
From that period between rock and roll and the beat groups. England had it's own selection of 'heart-throb' male singers. Eden Kane was just one of them
diane robison
Love these 60s love songs with handsome boys!
T G
This was played at my mums funeral last week , it was her and dads song , 57 yrs together , she was the love of his life , heโs now broken hearted ๐๐
Christopher Miller
condolences yo all
Friendy Advice
This is a really touching comment. Wish you well and especially your Dad.
Robert Harty
Still great after all these years!!
stateofdreams1
A wonderful tune. And my God, what charisma he had, such a handsome guy. How cool he looks in this video. Just look how he interporates the song so expressively. Some of today's stars could learn a thing or two from this, how to put themselves across.
Graham Ashdown
Great to hear this again,
I was just 11 when this song came out in 1961,
it still sounds good today some 62 years later.
lynette komidar
Still remember all the lyrics 60 years later.