Presley was born in Tupelo, Mississippi, and relocated to Memphis, Tennessee, with his family when he was 13 years old. His music career began there in 1954, recording at Sun Records with producer Sam Phillips, who wanted to bring the sound of African American music to a wider audience. Accompanied by guitarist Scotty Moore and bassist Bill Black, Presley was a pioneer of rockabilly, an uptempo, backbeat-driven fusion of country music and rhythm and blues. In 1955, drummer D. J. Fontana joined to complete the lineup of Presley's classic quartet and RCA Victor acquired his contract in a deal arranged by Colonel Tom Parker, who would manage the singer for more than two decades. Presley's first RCA single, "Heartbreak Hotel", was released in January 1956 and became a number one hit in the United States. With a series of successful network television appearances and chart-topping records, he became the leading figure of the newly popular sound of rock and roll. His energized interpretations of songs and sexually provocative performance style, combined with a singularly potent mix of influences across color lines during a transformative era in race relations, made him enormously popular—and controversial.
In November 1956, Presley made his film debut in Love Me Tender. Drafted into military service in 1958, Presley relaunched his recording career two years later with some of his most commercially successful work. He held few concerts however, and guided by Parker, proceeded to devote much of the 1960s to making Hollywood movies and soundtrack albums, most of them critically derided. In 1968, following a seven-year break from live performances, he returned to the stage in the acclaimed television comeback special Elvis, which led to an extended Las Vegas concert residency and a string of highly profitable tours. In 1973, Presley gave the first concert by a solo artist to be broadcast around the world, Aloha from Hawaii. Years of prescription drug abuse severely compromised his health, and he died suddenly in 1977 at his Graceland estate, just 42 years of age.
Presley is one of the most celebrated and influential musicians of the 20th century. Commercially successful in many genres, including pop, country, blues, and gospel, he is the best-selling solo artist in the history of recorded music. He won three competitive Grammys, received the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award at age 36, and has been inducted into multiple music halls of fame.
Fools Rush In
Elvis Presley Lyrics
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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, oh-oh-oh-oh
Fools rush in (ooh), where wise men never go (ooh)
So how are they to know?
(Ooh) When we met, I felt my life begin
So open up your heart and let (so open up and let)
This fool rush in
(Ooh)
(Ooh)
(Ahh)
And I don't care, oh-oh-oh-oh
Fools rush in (ooh), where wise men never go (ooh)
But wise men never fall (ooh) in love
So how are they to know?
(Ooh) When we met, I felt my life begin
So open up your heart and let (so open up and let)
This fool rush in
So open up your heart and let (so open up and let)
This fool rush in
So open up your heart and let (so open up and let)
This fool rush in
So open up your heart and let
Elvis Presley’s “Fools Rush In” is a poignant ballad about the exhilaration and uncertainty of falling in love. The opening line, “Fools rush in, where angels fear to tread,” is a well-known quote from Alexander Pope’s “An Essay on Criticism,” which warns against impulsive behavior while emphasizing the importance of thoughtfulness and prudence. Elvis is aware of the risks of love and acknowledges the danger involved, but he dives headfirst into the relationship despite the uncertain outcome.
The singer is so in love that he is willing to throw caution to the wind and embrace the possibility of getting hurt. He is determined to win the heart of the person he loves, regardless of the consequences. Elvis understands that this kind of behavior is often seen as reckless, but he believes that true love is worth taking a chance on.
The lyrics contrast the impulsiveness of fools with the prudence of wise men. However, they suggest that it is the foolishness of those who dare to take risks that opens the door for love to conquer all. The message of the song is clear - that love is about taking risks and not being afraid to follow your heart.
Line by Line Meaning
Fools rush in, where angels fear to tread
Those who act recklessly often enter situations that others are too afraid to confront.
And so I come to you my love
Despite the potential danger, the singer is pursuing a romantic relationship with someone he loves.
My heart above my head
The singer is acting on his emotions rather than his rational judgement.
Though I see the danger there
The singer is aware of the risky nature of the situation.
If there's a chance for me
Despite the danger, the singer is still willing to take a chance on love.
Then I don't care, oh-oh-oh-oh
The singer is willing to ignore the risks involved in pursuing this relationship because he is so committed to it.
Fools rush in (ooh), where wise men never go (ooh)
Only those who don't think things through are reckless enough to enter dangerous situations.
But wise men never fall (ooh) in love
Those who use logic instead of emotions are less likely to fall in love.
So how are they to know? (Ooh)
Wise men would not be able to understand why someone would risk so much for love.
When we met, I felt my life begin
The singer feels that meeting this person gave him a new start in life.
So open up your heart and let (so open up and let)
The singer is asking his love interest to be open and honest with him.
This fool rush in
The singer is acknowledging that his actions are foolish, but he is still going forward with them.
And I don't care, oh-oh-oh-oh
The singer is emphasizing that he is not concerned about the danger involved in pursuing this relationship.
So open up your heart and let (so open up and let)
The singer is requesting that his love interest be open with him and allow herself to fall in love.
This fool rush in
The singer is again acknowledging that his actions may be foolish, but he is still proceeding with them.
So open up your heart and let (so open up and let)
The singer is repeating his plea for his love interest to be open with him and allow herself to fall in love.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Johnny Mercer, Rube Bloom
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Ignacio Jorquera
Wise men say
Only fools rush in
But I can't help falling in love with you
Shall I stay?
Would it be a sin
If I can't help falling in love with you?
Like a river flows
Surely to the sea
Darling, so it goes
Some things are meant to be
Take my hand
Take my whole life, too
For I can't help falling in love with you
Like a river flows
Surely to the sea
Darling, so it goes
Some things are meant to be
Take my hand
Take my whole life, too
For I can't help falling in love with you
For I can't help falling in love with you
Eugene Florczyk
This is one of the first songs i heard from him when i was a kid and thats when i started loving his music. Im 37 now and still listen.
Dieg0_sdjudgv
This is the music that will be remembered a hundred years from now, like Beethoven’s or Mozart’s work, Elvis is longer with us yet his legacy won’t be forgotten
Nicki Minai
And nicki minaj 😊
Paul Martinez
Only one king Jesus Christ and I'm sure Elvis would agree. Take it easy.
CdrChaos
The King will always be with us through his music.
Long live the King.
Linda Loftin
Thousands of years. It's so sacred and close to God.
Flaminginferno
ELVIS is BACK in 2022 to reintroduce his music and legacy to new audiences! I am so deeply grateful ♥️
Soe Min Wai Yan
Can't help falling in love with this song
Diandra ♠️
I'm 14 but I'm a big elvis parsley fan😁
Maria Serrano
@Laetitia McCabe agree on what?