... Throughout the 1950s, Laine enjoyed a second career singing the title songs of Hollywood films and television shows, including: Gunfight At OK Corral, 3:10 To Yuma, Bullwhip, and Rawhide. His rendition of the title song for Mel Brooks' 1974 movie Blazing Saddles won an Oscar nomination for Best Song, and his recording of "Rawhide" for the television series of the same name has become a classic of the genre.
Rock Of Gibraltar
Frankie Laine Lyrics
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That's why they call me the rock of Gibraltar
That's why they say my heart is made of stone
So don't you try to lead me to the altar
Because Gibraltar is standing alone
(Gibraltar is standing alone)
I've travelled all over from city light to clover
I'm selling brushes door to door
The ladies know me well they're buying what I sell
But I never let `em ask for any more
And I never put my toes in a door that might be closin'
I try to use my winning ways
But when I know for certain the lady is a-flirtin'
I tell her I'll be back in thirty days
(That's why they call me the rock of Gibraltar
That's why they say my heart is made of stone)
So don't you try to lead me to the altar
Because Gibraltar is standing alone
(Yes, Gibraltar is standing alone)
Now when a lady rushes I sell her two more brushes
And then I leaver her at the door
I'm always thinking of the freedom that I love
`Cos I'm a man of freedom to the core
So it's not that I am choosy with Isabel or Susie
I just like to lead a happy life
Give me women, wine and song, then I know I can't go wrong
Until I take a woman for a wife
That's why they call me the rock of Gibraltar
That's why they say my heart is made of stone
So don't you try to lead me to the altar
Because Gibraltar is standing alone
(Yes, Gibraltar is standing alone)
So it happened one morning without any warning
I knew that I had met my doom
She was pretty, she was sweet, she swept me off my feet
She didn't even have to buy a broom
They used to call me the rock of Gibraltar
And now they say my heart is made of clay
But after she had led me to the altar
Then old Gibraltar crumbled away
Old Gibraltar took a tumble that day!
The lyrics of the song The Rock of Gibraltar by Frankie Laine is a story of a man who is always on the move, selling brushes door-to-door and enjoying his freedom by never indulging in serious relationships. He is compared to the Rock of Gibraltar, which is known for its strength and steadfastness. The man believes that he has a heart of stone and is not willing to settle down. However, one day he meets a woman who sweeps him off his feet, and he falls deeply in love with her. As a result, he changes his mind about settling down and gets married. Unfortunately, this leads to his metaphorical downfall as his heart of stone crumbles away.
The song is a metaphor for the human tendency to avoid vulnerability and emotional attachment. The man in the song represents those who are afraid of being hurt and choose to live their lives without the possibility of falling in love. The title of the song refers to the Rock of Gibraltar, which is a symbol of strength and stability. Gibraltar was known as a stronghold during the war, and it was believed that it could never be conquered. The Rock has become a symbol of strength and steadfastness, which is why the singer of the song is compared to it.
Line by Line Meaning
That's why they call me the rock of Gibraltar
People call me the rock of Gibraltar because I am strong and steadfast in my ways
That's why they say my heart is made of stone
People believe that I am unemotional and unyielding
So don't you try to lead me to the altar
Don't try to make me commit to marriage or a long-term relationship
Because Gibraltar is standing alone
I am independent and don't need anyone else to be happy
I've travelled all over from city light to clover
I have been everywhere, from bustling cities to peaceful countryside
I'm selling brushes door to door
I work as a door-to-door salesman selling brushes
The ladies know me well they're buying what I sell
I am popular with the ladies and they buy whatever I am selling
But I never let `em ask for any more
I don't take advantage of women who are interested in me
And I never put my toes in a door that might be closin'
I don't waste my time on opportunities that might not work out
I try to use my winning ways
I use my charm to sell my brushes and win over ladies
But when I know for certain the lady is a-flirtin'
If I know a lady is interested in me, I let her know I will be back in thirty days
Now when a lady rushes I sell her two more brushes
When a lady is interested in me, I take advantage of the situation and sell her more products
And then I leaver her at the door
After I make the sale, I don't pursue the lady any further
I'm always thinking of the freedom that I love
I value my freedom and independence above all else
`Cos I'm a man of freedom to the core
I am a person who values individuality and personal freedom
So it's not that I am choosy with Isabel or Susie
I am not picky or selective when it comes to women named Isabel or Susie
I just like to lead a happy life
I seek personal happiness and contentment in life
Give me women, wine and song, then I know I can't go wrong
I believe that women, wine, and music are the key to living a fulfilling life
Until I take a woman for a wife
I don't plan on settling down or getting married
So it happened one morning without any warning
One day, unexpectedly, I met someone who changed my life
I knew that I had met my doom
I realized that I had met the person who would change my life forever
She was pretty, she was sweet, she swept me off my feet
I fell deeply in love with someone who was attractive and charming
She didn't even have to buy a broom
I fell in love with her without her having to do anything special
They used to call me the rock of Gibraltar
Before I fell in love, people thought I was unemotional and unyielding
And now they say my heart is made of clay
Now people think I am emotional and vulnerable
But after she had led me to the altar
After I got married to her
Then old Gibraltar crumbled away
I changed as a person and became more open and vulnerable after getting married
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: TERRY GILKYSON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Victoria Goodwin
I think you said in one of the comments somewhere that this is one of your favorites. I can see why! 10/10 catchy
franca giangio
Bellissima voce era il mio idolo