Leif Garrett burst onto the scene in 1968 at the early age of five. Garrett began a career in acting with his debut in the quintessential period film, Bob & Carol & Ted & Alice. He starred in over sixty hit television shows, such as being the semi-regular on the critically acclaimed hit television shows, The Waltons and Family. But it was his portrayal of a pony express rider in the television special, Peter Lundy and the Medicine Hat Stallion that garnered Garrett the honor of being inducted into the Cowboy Hall of Fame. From then on he continued to do more tv and film including Walking Tall and the hit television series, Three for the Road. This family drama was Garrett’s launching pad for the recording phenomena that was to occur.
Having achieved success as an actor, Garrett took on the music industry. He became a multi-gold and platinum recording artist and one of the biggest teen idols of all time, gracing magazine covers all over the world. In 1977, Garrett released his self-titled debut album and climbed the music charts with his remakes of 'Runaround Sue' 13 and ‘Surfin’ USA’ 20. In 1978 he recorded a second album entitled Feel The Need. The sophomore release quickly became a chart-topper with his hit, ‘I Was Made For Dancin” going all the way to the Top 10. Leif Garrett became an international star performing concerts for tens of thousands of fans.
After releasing three more albums, Garrett decided to turn his attentions to acting once again, co-starring in Francis Ford Coppola’s film classic, The Outsiders in 1983. He continued to choose other notable roles in the eighties in movies such as Thunder Alley and Shaker Run. In 1991, Garrett appeared with fellow former teen idol, David Cassidy, in the seventies spoof, Spirit of ’76. Audiences were amazed and impressed with Garrett’s comedic ability and talent.
It was in 1998 when the music arena became reacquainted with Leif Garrett on VH1’s highly acclaimed Behind The Music series. The response from the viewing public was sensational and it has become one of the highest rated episodes of “Behind The Music”. He later formed a few rock bands and toured across the USA.
These days Garrett is concentrating on his acting career, but still continues to write and record new music. He wrote, produced and performed the title track for David Spade’s hit comedy, Dickie Roberts: Former Child Star, in which Garrett portrayed himself. During 2006 and 2007 he was part of the Original Idols Tour and performed across America. His latest album, Three Sides Of…. was released in 2007 and includes originals, covers and a remake of his classic hit, ‘I Was Made For Dancin’’. In 2010 he was invited to perform several concerts in South Korea marking the first time he’s returned there in thirty years.
Put Your Head On My Shoulder
Leif Garrett Lyrics
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Hold me in your arms: baby
Squeeze me oh so tight
Show me that you love me too.
Put your lips close to mine
Dear
Won't you kiss me once
Baby
Maybe you and I will fall in love.
People say that love's a game you just can't win.
If there's a way
I'll find it some day
And then this fool will rush in.
Put your head on my shoulder
Whisper in my ear baby
Words I want to hear
Tell me
Tell me that you love me too.
Put your head on my shoulder
Whisper in my ear baby
Put your head on my shoulder
The lyrics to Leif Garrett’s song, “Put Your Head On My Shoulder,” are intimate and romantic in nature. The singer is asking his love interest to rest her head on his shoulder as they embrace. He wants her to hold him tightly, to show that she too loves him. He then asks for a kiss, just a good-night kiss, that might lead to them falling in love. The lyrics express the idea of a fool who rushes in when it comes to love, and the possibility that the singer could be that fool.
Although the song is straightforward in its romantic overtures, it is also an ode to the beauty and mystery of love. The singer acknowledges that love is often thought of as a game one cannot win. However, he remains hopeful that he will find a way to win this game, and he believes that it might be with the person whose head he is asking to rest on his shoulder. The song has a lingering quality to it, as if the singer would like to stay in this moment forever, holding his love with her head on his shoulder, whispering sweet nothings to him.
In summary, “Put Your Head On My Shoulder,” is a love song that expresses tenderness, vulnerability, and hopefulness in the face of the mysteries of love.
Line by Line Meaning
Put your head on my shoulder
I am inviting you to place your head on my shoulder
Hold me in your arms: baby
Please hold me tightly in your arms, my dear
Squeeze me oh so tight
I want you to hold me firmly and tightly
Show me that you love me too.
I need you to demonstrate your love for me as well
Put your lips close to mine
Please bring your lips close to mine, dear
Dear
A term of endearment for my beloved
Won't you kiss me once
Will you please give me just one kiss?
Baby
Another term of endearment for the person I am addressing
Just a kiss good-night
Perhaps a goodnight kiss is all we need to ignite our love
Maybe you and I will fall in love.
Who knows, maybe our kiss will spark true love between us
People say that love's a game you just can't win.
Many say that love is a difficult game to succeed at
If there's a way
However, despite this, I still believe that there is a way to win at the game of love
I'll find it some day
Someday I will discover the secret to successful love
And then this fool will rush in.
Once I have discovered the way to win at love, I will eagerly and wholeheartedly throw myself into the game
Whisper in my ear baby
Please whisper sweet nothings into my ear, my darling
Words I want to hear
Tell me the words I long to hear from the one I love
Tell me that you love me too.
Please express your love for me as well in the manner that I desire
Put your head on my shoulder
Once more, I invite you to rest your head upon my shoulder
Contributed by Audrey K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@sharoneveringham1796
I loved Leif singing this song I just Adore LEIF GARRETT even now to this day unconditionally
@lillianglendza3493
I am 55 years I loved to hear this song as as small child . First time I know the singer . Super artist with a beautiful voice ❤
@juankar6314
All that footages was taken in Puerto de La Cruz and La Orotava in Tenerife, Canary Islands, where I was born and bred and I still living in.!!
@ticolandia100
Ñ bello lugar !!!love it one day I will visit it !! Greetings from California USA z🇺🇸🇺🇸puravida I am Costa Rican
@Nikes62
How nice for you, Juan!
@jesuslachica1657
Mi. Idolo dezde ke yo teniadoze
@jesuslachica1657
Lo adoro
@mariainmaculadaramosutrill1844
Exactly this was recorded between Orotava & Pto de la Cruz Tenerife..i'm 57 & still live in..
@CarlosSanchez-no4lj
Tengo 51 años y recuerdo cuando mi hermana compró éste single, todavía lo tenemos. Hermosa versión y cuantos recuerdos de cuando era niño. Todo se ha vuelto tan asqueroso después. Las preciosas Canarias. Viva Andalucía.
@mqtaidmqtaid
Y viva Canarias, hombre!