Keith began his musical journey in the mid 70s as a young teen in Freehold, NJ. After studying both formally and privately, he took to the road with a variety of music acts including jazz, pop and gospel artists.
True Colors
Keith Wesby Lyrics
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Beware my foolish heart
How white the ever constant moon
Take care my foolish heart
There's a line between love and fascination
That's hard to see, how many names such as this
For they both have the very same sensation
Her lips are much too close to mine
Beware my foolish heart
But should our eager lips combine
Then let the fire start
For this time it isn't fascination
Or a dream that will fade and fall apart
It's love, this time it's love
My foolish heart
In Keith Wesby's True Colors, the night is described as a lovely tune with the ever constant moon shining in a pure white light. However, the lyrics take a cautionary turn as the singer warns his own heart to be careful in matters concerning love. He speaks of the blurry line between love and fascination, and how one can easily fall deeply into the magic of a kiss while being unable to differentiate between the two. The singer acknowledges the close proximity of his lips to his lover's, yet mindful of the potential danger his heart might face if the fire of passion is ignited.
The lyrics in True Colors signify a warning to those who are in love or are about to fall in love. The song represents the dangers of being irrational and thoughtless in love, with the emphasis on how one should distinguish between the intensity of love and fascination. The singer urges his listeners to be cautious and mindful before giving in to their emotions, as love and fascination might seem the same at first, but they ultimately end up leading down different paths. The song conveys a sense of vulnerability and the importance of being careful to avoid getting hurt.
Line by Line Meaning
The night is like a lovely tune
The night feels like a melody I can dance to and enjoy.
Beware my foolish heart
I should be careful, as my heart could easily be misled.
How white the ever constant moon
The moon is a consistent and stable force in the night sky, always shining bright and pure.
Take care my foolish heart
I should take care to not let my heart get carried away by the moon's beauty, as it may lead me down the wrong path.
There's a line between love and fascination
Love and fascination can sometimes be difficult to distinguish from each other.
That's hard to see, how many names such as this
It's not always clear what to call the feelings of love or fascination.
For they both have the very same sensation
Both love and fascination can produce strong emotions and feelings.
When you're locked in the magic of a kiss
Being caught up in a magical moment of intimacy can bring forth these sensations.
Her lips are much too close to mine
I am very close to this person, and their physical presence is almost overwhelming.
But should our eager lips combine
If we were to kiss passionately...
Then let the fire start
It would ignite a flame of strong emotion and desire within me.
For this time it isn't fascination
What I feel now is not just fascination or a passing infatuation.
Or a dream that will fade and fall apart
This is not just a fleeting fantasy, but something real and meaningful that is here to stay.
It's love, this time it's love
What I'm experiencing now is true love, and it's something worth holding onto.
My foolish heart
Even though I may have been hesitant or foolish in the past, I know now that my heart is full of love and ready to embrace it fully.
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Written by: NED WASHINGTON, VICTOR YOUNG
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