Fools Rush In
Glenn Miller w/Ray Eberle Lyrics
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I used to say
A game I thought I'd never play
"Romance is a game for fools"
I said and grinned
Then you passed by
And here am I
Throwing caution to the wind
Fools rush in where angels fear to tread
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
Mm-mm-mm-mm
Fools rush in where wise men never go
But wise men never fall in love, so how are they to know?
When we met, I felt my life begin
So open up your heart and let this fool rush in
Fools rush in where wise men never, never, never go
Eh, but wise men never fall in love, so how are they to know?
Ah, when we met, girl, I felt my life begin
So open up your heart and let this fool rush in
Just open up your heart and let this fool rush on in
Just open up your heart because I-I-I-I-I-I-I am coming in
Open up your heart and let this fool rush in!
The song "Fools Rush In" by Glenn Miller & His Orchestra Feat. Ray Eberle speaks about love and how it can make a wise man sound like a fool. The opening line of the song, "Romance is a game for fools," shows that the singer used to believe that love was a foolish endeavor. However, upon encountering someone special ("Then you passed by, And here am I"), the singer changes their tune and decides to "throw caution to the wind" and pursue love.
The chorus of the song, "Fools rush in where angels fear to tread," is an old English proverb which means that foolhardy people often rush into situations without considering the potential consequences. The singer acknowledges the danger in pursuing love but is willing to take the risk because of their feelings for the other person ("If there's a chance for me, then I don't care"). The line "Wise men never fall in love, so how are they to know?" suggests that love is something that cannot be fully understood through logic and that one must be willing to take a chance in matters of the heart.
Overall, "Fools Rush In" is a heartfelt song about taking chances in love and not being afraid to pursue one's feelings. Through its catchy melody and relatable lyrics, this song has become a classic and continues to be covered by various artists.
Line by Line Meaning
Romance is a game for fools
I always used to say that love is a foolish pursuit and that I would never play the game.
'Romance is a game for fools' I said and grinned
Despite my initial hesitation, I couldn't help but smile at the thought of love.
Then you passed by and here am I, throwing caution to the wind
When I met you, I knew I had to take a chance on love and forget about playing it safe.
Fools rush in where angels fear to tread
People often take risks in love that more cautious individuals would avoid.
And so I come to you, my love, my heart above my head.
I'm taking a leap of faith and letting my heart lead the way when it comes to loving you.
Though I see the danger there, if there's a chance for me, then I don't care
Even though I understand the risks involved, I'm willing to take them if it means the possibility of love.
Fools rush in where wise men never go
Intelligent people may avoid the dangers of love by being cautious and rational, but those who rush in act on impulse and emotion.
But wise men never fall in love, so how are they to know?
Even though smart people may avoid the risks of love, they will also never experience the joys and rewards it has to offer.
When we met, I felt my life begin
Meeting you changed my life and gave me a newfound purpose and happiness.
So open up your heart and let this fool rush in
Please give me a chance to show you my love and let me take a risk on you.
Just open up your heart and let this fool rush on in
If you take a chance on me, I promise to love you with all my heart and soul.
Just open up your heart because I-I-I-I-I-I-I am coming in
I am ready to give you my all and dive headfirst into the depths of love with you.
Open up your heart and let this fool rush in!
You may be hesitant to love me, but I'm asking you to take a chance and let me show you how great our love can be.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Royalty Network, Songtrust Ave, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Johnny Mercer, Rube Bloom
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@td3993
Such a good version. Sinatra/Dorsey's version is fairly good, too. I wish I could find an instrumental version I heard long ago on the radio. It's slower, features staccato horns, and reeds that harmonize like Glenn Miller's band.
@brianhirleman8616
Danced to this with my almost Second Wife, a few times, haven't listened to it in awhile. Now I'm sitting here, smiling (remembering her in my arms), and tears rolling down. Damn, I miss her
@ratmaskedman7670
You can only hope to have one last dance with them in the star’s
@Marcel_Audubon
she dumped you?
@moviefiend44
@Marcel Audubon It sounds more like she died if you ask me, perhaps before they could get married.
@Marcel_Audubon
@@moviefiend44 could be. Never before in my life heard the phrase "my almost second wife"
@yolandaluzcastello2266
Yo nací bastante después de toda esta maravillosa movida. A finales de los setenta yo era aún adolescente y un día descubrí al gran Glenn. Me encantó desde entonces y me sigue encantando. Y esta canción sin saber por qué, la encuentro especialmente deliciosa....
@zoraidagarcia625
One of the LOVELIEST songs EVER!!! Thank you all, so very much!!!
@lennie1703
Heard this on "World on Fire", (BBC drama). Really lovely ❤. Thankyou for posting!
@paolopiccardo7054
the modulation is a masterpiece!