1) Kenny was the name… Read Full Bio ↴There is more than one artist with this name:
1) Kenny was the name used by Irish singer Tony Kenny who had two Top 40 hits in the UK in 1973 (Heart Of Stone and Give It To Me Now).
2) Kenny were a UK vocal/instrumental group who hit the UK charts during 1974/5. Their biggest hit, The Bump, featured vocals by Barry Palmer; other hits included Fancy Pants and Julie Anne.
3) Kenny is a german Rap-Crew from Hamburg/Germany which consist of Falk Hogan, Pat Cash and DJ Strip-Teaz.
4) Kenny is a Gaithersburg punk who makes solo music and also plays in the band TIIIMMMBBBEERRRRR
Change For Me
Kenny Lyrics
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Never tell me dreams come true
Just try it and I'll start a riot
Beatrice Fairfax don't you dare
Ever tell me he will care
I'm certain it's the final curtain
I never want to hear from any cheerful Pollyannas
Who tell you fate supplies a mate
They're writing songs of love but not for me
A lucky star's above but not for me
With love to lead the way I've found more clouds of gray
Than any Russian play could guarantee
I was a fool to fall and get that way
Hi-ho, alas, and also lack-a-day
Although I can't dismiss the memory of his kiss
I guess he's not for me
I was a fool to fall and get that way
Hi-ho, alas, and also lack-a-day
Although I can't dismiss the memory of his kiss
In Kenny Burrell's song "But Not for Me", the singer refuses to believe that dreams come true, no matter what anyone says. They mock the idea of someone like Beatrice Fairfax telling them that someone will care for them, as they are convinced that the "final curtain" has already fallen on their chances at love. The singer is resolute in their pessimism, even deriding those who believe in fate and destiny as "cheerful Pollyannas". They see love songs as nothing more than a cruel joke, as they continue to find more "clouds of gray" than any Russian play could promise.
Despite everything, the singer cannot forget the memory of a past love's kiss. They regret falling for someone who will never truly be theirs, and acknowledge their own foolishness in the situation. Despite their refusal to believe in love, they cannot ignore the feeling that lingers within them. The song speaks to the universal human struggle of searching for love despite doubts and disappointments, and the hope that fuels that search even in the face of seeming despair.
Line by Line Meaning
Old man sunshine listen you
I don't believe in good fortune or luck.
Never tell me dreams come true
Don't try to deceive me with false hope or promises.
Just try it and I'll start a riot
I am willing to fight for what I believe in.
Beatrice Fairfax don't you dare
I don't want to hear from anyone who claims to know what's best for me.
Ever tell me he will care
I don't want to be lied to about someone's feelings for me.
I'm certain it's the final curtain
I am convinced that my romantic prospects are over.
I never want to hear from any cheerful Pollyannas
I don't want to be around people who are overly optimistic about love.
Who tell you fate supplies a mate
I don't believe that destiny is responsible for finding me a partner.
It's all bananas
I think the idea of finding true love is absurd.
They're writing songs of love but not for me
Love songs don't apply to my current romantic situation.
A lucky star's above but not for me
I don't have good luck when it comes to love.
With love to lead the way I've found more clouds of gray
Despite my efforts to find love, I've experienced more sadness than happiness.
Than any Russian play could guarantee
Even the most tragic stories in literature can't compare to my romantic misfortunes.
I was a fool to fall and get that way
I regret allowing myself to be vulnerable and fall in love.
Hi-ho, alas, and also lack-a-day
I am expressing my disappointment and sadness.
Although I can't dismiss the memory of his kiss
I still have feelings for someone from my past, despite knowing it won't work out.
I guess he's not for me
I understand that my former love interest isn't the right person for me.
Lyrics Β© Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: George Gershwin, Ira Gershwin
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@leakcity4083
My fave song on the album this beat has a deep surreal feel to it, makes you think about life again
@gunnxman4522
Yo https://youtu.be/eiIrVVij6Lk
@shamaulpowell3010
That beat for real make u think in a different way
@sebiganea2502
A year later and this song has even more meaning behind it. People will come and go in life but music like this stays with you forever. In your lowest moments to your highest moments.
@christopherferrell5179
This a hit, in the years to come this will be one of his best songs in his discography, been on repeat all morning
@YoungDeso
Everything about this is composed of legendary ish, get this bag dawg π―βπΎ the beat go stupid
@brianwashington1762
Kenny never disappoints
@gunnxman4522
https://youtu.be/eiIrVVij6Lk
@alexanderlex3420
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=KgBsj1s4LJ8&noapp=1
@DrivingwithDave
This hands down one of my all time favs from Kenny! That boy Hitkidd stay dropping crazy beats! This beat on a whole other level! Hitkidd what it do mane!!!