One of her most widely known singles is "Passionate Kisses" (written by fellow singer-songwriter Lucinda Williams), a song with a rock flavor musically and lyrics listing simple desires such as "a comfortable bed", "food to fill me up", and "time to think". Another big hit was "Down at the Twist and Shout", which she performed in January 1997 at Super Bowl XXXI in New Orleans.
A number of Mary Chapin Carpenter's songs speak to women, urging them on through hard times or troubled relationships. In "He Thinks He'll Keep Her", co-composed by Carpenter and Don Schlitz, the singer makes the case for strength and self-respect. Another common theme in her music is that of taking life at your own pace, rather than rampant goal-driven materialism, such as "The Long Way Home" from her 2001 album Time*Sex*Love, which pokes fun at a man who "retire(s) at thirty to his big-ass house next to the putting green." The album has a relatively different feel musically, incorporating elaborate orchestra melodies, but with her characteristic lyrical depth.
Her album Between Here and Gone, was released in 2004.
Carpenter's 2007 album, The Calling, on Rounder Records' rock/pop imprint Zoë, features commentary about contemporary politics, a reaction to the impact of Hurricane Katrina on a track entitled "Houston," and an incendiary track entitled "On with the Song", dedicated to the Dixie Chicks, and addressing the visceral reaction to the trio. In less than three months after its release, The Calling sold more than 100,000 copies in the US.
Carpenter has won five Grammy Awards and is the only artist to have won four consecutive Grammy Awards for Best Female Country Vocal Performance, which she received from 1992 to 1995. On October 7, 2012, Carpenter was inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame.
Carpenter is a fifth cousin of the late singer and humanitarian Harry Chapin, along with his brothers Tom Chapin and Steve Chapin.
I'll Never Fall In Love Again
Mary Chapin Carpenter Lyrics
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A guy with a pin to burst your bubble
That's what you get for all your trouble.
I'll never fall in love again.
I'll never fall in love again.
What do you get when you kiss a guy?
You get enough germs to catch pneumonia.
I'll never fall in love again.
I'll never fall in love again.
Don't tell me what is all about,
'Cause I've been there and I'm glad I'm out,
Out of those chains, those chains that bind you
That is why I'm here to remind you
What do you get when you fall in love?
You get enough tears to fill an ocean
That's what you get for your devotion.
I'll never fall in love again.
I'll never fall in love again.
What do you get when you fall in love?
You only get lies and pain and sorrow.
So, for at least until tomorrow,
I'll never fall in love again!
I'll never fall in love again!
Mary Chapin Carpenter's song "I'll Never Fall in Love Again" is a cautionary tale about the pitfalls of love. Through the lyrics, Carpenter uses her own experiences to advise listeners about the harsh realities of relationships. The song highlights the fact that love can be a painful experience, a message that is clearly conveyed in the lines "What do you get when you fall in love? You only get lies and pain and sorrow".
The opening two stanzas of the song are particularly poignant as they paint a picture of what typically happens when one falls in love. Carpenter asks "What do you get when you fall in love? A guy with a pin to burst your bubble, That's what you get for all your trouble." The metaphor of the bubble being burst highlights the disappointment that often comes with love as well as the fact that love can be a fragile thing. The subsequent stanzas, "What do you get when you kiss a guy? You get enough germs to catch pneumonia, After you do, he'll never phone you." further emphasizes the negative consequences of falling in love.
The song ends on an optimistic note, with Carpenter remarking that she will "never fall in love again". This upbeat sentiment is juxtaposed against the somber tone of the earlier lyrics, creating an interesting contrast.
Line by Line Meaning
What do you get when you fall in love?
The superficial joy of falling in love comes with hidden troubles.
A guy with a pin to burst your bubble
Love involves risks, and mistakes can cause great harm.
That's what you get for all your trouble.
Despite the challenges, falling in love shouldn't be a desperate pursuit.
I'll never fall in love again.
Love has scarred me to the point where I'm not interested in it anymore.
What do you get when you kiss a guy?
Physical encounters come with hidden dangers.
You get enough germs to catch pneumonia.
Intimacy exposes us to new risks, such as disease and infection.
After you do, he'll never phone you.
Often, intimacy comes with false promises and unfulfilled expectations.
Don't tell me what is all about,
I don't want to discuss the hollow nature of love.
'Cause I've been there and I'm glad I'm out,
I have experienced love and it has left me disillusioned and jaded.
Out of those chains, those chains that bind you
Love can be seen as restrictive, controlling, and oppressive.
That is why I'm here to remind you
My negative experience has left me with valuable insights to share.
You get enough tears to fill an ocean
Romantic love comes with deep emotional pain, disappointment, and heartbreak.
That's what you get for your devotion.
Despite giving your all to someone, love can end in bitter disappointment and regret.
You only get lies and pain and sorrow.
Love can be deceitful, hurtful, and miserable.
So, for at least until tomorrow,
I'm not willing to risk falling in love again anytime soon.
I'll never fall in love again!
My past experiences have made me convinced that love is not worth the trouble.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: HAL DAVID, BURT BACHARACH
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@deluslawrence9333
Beautiful music.
I wanted affection and God gave me love.
@edenuniverse
Used to sit on the floor in my room with my cd player when I was 7 listening to this soundtrack
@jessearnold90
golden memory
@luciamascarello7321
Trilha sonora maravilhosa do filme O Casamento do meu melhor amigo. 💕❤
@marshsieh4576
What do you get when you fall in love?
A guy with a pin to burst your bubble
That's what you get for all your trouble
I'll never fall in love again
I'll never fall in love again
What do you get when you kiss a girl
You get enough germs to catch pneumonia
After you do, she'll never phone you
I'll never fall in love again
I'll never fall in love again
Don't tell me what it's all about
'Cause I've been there and I'm glad I'm out
Out of those chains those chains that bind you
That is why I'm here to remind you
What do you get when you fall in love?
You only get lies and pain and sorrow
So for at least until tomorrow
I'll never fall in love again
I'll never fall in love again
Out of those chains those chains that bind you
That is why I'm here to remind you
What do you get when you fall in love?
You only get lies and pain and sorrow
So for at least until tomorrow
I'll never fall in love again
I'll never fall in love again
I'll never fall in love again
@georgewindsor5306
If you don't love, you'll never live and learn. Think it over, mate.