After Be-Bop-A-Lula had become a huge hit in 1956 (peaking at #7 and spending 20 weeks in the Billboard Pop Chart), Gene Vincent & His Blue Caps (often mis-named as 'the' Blue Caps) were unable to follow it up with the same level of commercial success, but released critically acclaimed songs like Race With The Devil (#96 in Billboard) and Bluejean Bop (#49).
Following a visit to Europe in 1959, Vincent managed to attract a new huge and discerning audience there, especially in England and France. By that time his career had mostly ended in the US. In 1960, while on tour in Britain, Vincent and songwriter Sharon Sheeley were seriously injured in a high-speed traffic accident. Vincent broke his ribs, collarbone, and added further damage to his already weak leg which he had injured in a motorcycle accident in 1955 and refused to have amputated, and Sheeley suffered a broken pelvis. Both Vincent and Sheeley survived, but the accident killed Vincent's tourmate and Sheeley's fiancé, Eddie Cochran.
Vincent subsequently moved to England in 1963. His stage shows became "must see" events and his bands through those years were to spawn some of the most respected players in the world today. It was during his early tours of Britain that he adopted the trademark leather outfit, at the suggestion of British Rock 'n' Roll impressario, Jack Good.
Should I Ever Love Again
Gene Vincent Lyrics
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Or should I ever be untrue?
Now, tell me dear,
What can I do?
Should I ever love again?
Tell me dear, tell me --
Why, why, how love you
See, I got tears in my eyes
Look at me,
Look at me, boo
What a fool
I underestimated you
Now, tell me dear,
What will I do?
Should I ever love again?
Look at me,
Look at me, boo
What a fool
I underestimated you
Now, tell me dear,
What will I do?
Should I ever love again?
Look at me,
Look at me, boo
What a fool
I underestimated you
Now, tell me dear,
What can I do?
Should I ever love again?
The lyrics of Gene Vincent's "Should I Ever Love Again" is a song about a man who has been hurt in love and is confused about whether or not he should give love another chance. He is torn between his desire to love again and his fear of being untrue, of repeating the same mistakes.
The song begins with a question, "Should I ever love again?" which sets the tone for the entire song. He is seeking guidance and advice on this complex matter. The singer is in a dilemma and doesn't know if he has the courage to love again. He then turns to his partner, asking for reassurance and support, telling them he has tears in his eyes.
The chorus is a repetition of the same lyrical lines, emphasizing the weight of his internal struggle. The singer seems to be reflecting on his past love experience and realizing his mistake, admitting that he underestimated the partner. He is left with the question of what to do, should he risk loving again or not.
The song is reflective of Vincent's vulnerability and sensitivity. The lyrics attempt to delve deep into his inner turmoil and showcases his confusion. It emphasizes the idea that love can be a complicated feeling, and it's not always easy to know when to take risks or when to hold back.
Line by Line Meaning
Should I ever love again?
Is it wise to open my heart to love again after being hurt before?
Or should I ever be untrue?
Is it better for me to be dishonest and not risk getting hurt again?
Now, tell me dear, What can I do?
Asking for advice on a decision that will affect my heart and future.
Tell me dear, tell me -- Why, why, how love you
Asking for explanation and justification of your feelings and actions.
Tell me dear, tell me why. See, I got tears in my eyes
Expressing emotional pain and need for reassurance and honesty from lover.
Look at me, Look at me, boo
Begging for attention and acknowledgement of my feelings and vulnerability.
What a fool, I underestimated you
Regretting underestimating and not valuing your worth and potential as a partner.
Now, tell me dear, What will I do?
Asking for guidance and support in making a decision about the future of our relationship.
Should I ever love again?
Repeating the question that haunts me in my fear of heartbreak and vulnerability.
Contributed by Owen I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.