In 1986, he was among the first batch to get inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame. "Ain't That A Shame" and "Blueberry Hill" were named part of The Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame's 500 Songs That Shaped Rock & Roll. In 2004, "Blueberry Hill" was named #81 and "Ain't That A Shame" was named #431 on Rolling Stone's Top 500 Songs Of All Time. In 2004, he was named #25 on Rolling Stone's 100 Greatest Artists Of All Time.
In the wake of Domino's rescue from his 9th ward home during 2005's Hurricane Katrina, the Tipitina's Foundation organized a tribute album to the elder artist featuring Robert Plant, Norah Jones, Paul McCartney and numerous other acts that owe a creative debt to this seminal rock n roll pianist.
Rose Mary
Fats Domino Lyrics
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Tell her I'm tired of travelin', I just can't go on this way
Every night I traveled with my friends, now I'm coming home to stay
So if you see Rose Mary tell her, tell her I'm on my way
If you see Rosemary, tell her I'm coming home to stay
The lyrics of Fats Domino's song Rose Mary convey the message of a man who is tired of wandering from place to place and longs to return to the woman he loves, Rose Mary. The singer accepts that he has been traveling with his friends every night but wants to settle down with her. He urges the person who hears the song to relay his message to Rose Mary telling her that he is returning home to stay.
The song's lyrics stand as a testament to the feelings of hope for a better future and safe return after a long journey that can resonate with anyone who has been away from their partner for some time. Fats Domino's voice and the melody of the song hit the right spot and convey the message so well that one can't help but feel the emotions behind the lyrics. The lyrics of Rose Mary are simple yet heartfelt and depict the yearning for love that is often lost in the chaos of our everyday lives.
Line by Line Meaning
If you see Rosemary, tell her I'm coming home to stay
Let Rosemary know that I'm returning to stay for good
Tell her I'm tired of travelin', I just can't go on this way
Inform her that I'm exhausted from traveling and I can't continue living this way
Every night I traveled with my friends, now I'm coming home to stay
I used to journey every night with pals, but now I'm returning to stay permanently
So if you see Rose Mary tell her, tell her I'm on my way
If Rose Mary is nearby, inform her that I'm en route to see her
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ANTOINE DOMINO, DAVE BARTHOLOMEW
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