The band's namesake and place of origin is the Cincinnati, Ohio neighborhood Over-the-Rhine. Karin attended school in Barnesville, Ohio and graduated from Barnesville High School in 1984. She then went to Malone College, located in Canton, Ohio, where she met Linford. Karin and Linford were married in the fall of 1996 in Cincinnati and several years ago relocated to a pre-civil war farm outside of town.
Over the Rhine is now primarily Bergquist (vocals, acoustic guitar, piano) and Detweiler (keyboards, electric bass, vocals) accompanied by complementary musicians on albums and tours. Over the years, they have toured and recorded in many variations. They have shared the stage with a number of fine musicians, including Bob Dylan, John Prine, Adrian Belew, Squeeze, Ani DiFranco, My Morning Jacket, Hem, and toured as "adjunct" members of Cowboy Junkies.
Over the Rhine's new album, _The Long Surrender_ was released nationally on 1/1/11. It recorded on California with Grammy winning producer, Joe Henry and contains a duet with Lucinda Williams on "Undamned" and two songs co-written with Joe Henry.
Fool
Over the Rhine Lyrics
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I'm just a sentimental fool it happened again
When I remembered you and all that we've been through
Fool truly
I know this world it can be so cruel, I won't let you go, oh
Fool use me
This is the part that I can't refuse just do what you do
Fool pursue me
To Heaven above or to Hell below just don't let go, oh
Fool me
I'm just a sentimental fool, I can't let you go, oh, oh
The lyrics of Fool by Over the Rhine describe the state of a person who is hopelessly in love with somebody who has betrayed them in the past but is unable to resist them. The singer admits that they are foolishly sentimental and, despite knowing that the world can be cruel, they cannot help but remember the good times they shared with this person. Even though they have been hurt before, the singer is willing to be used and pursued, because their heart cannot let go.
The repetition of the word 'fool' conveys a sense of self-deprecation and acknowledges that the singer is aware that they may be making a mistake by trusting this person again. However, the vulnerability and desperation in the lyrics suggest that they are willing to take that risk in the hope of being reunited with the person they love.
The repetition of the phrase 'I can't let you go' reinforces the idea that the singer is fully committed to this person, and their emotional attachment is so strong that they are willing to overlook any past mistakes. Overall, the lyrics of Fool portray a person who is deeply in love and willing to take a chance on somebody they know they should not.
Line by Line Meaning
Fool, fool me
I am foolish for falling for you again
I'm just a sentimental fool it happened again
I tend to make emotional decisions which often lead me back to you
When I remembered you and all that we've been through
My memories of us together often cloud my judgment and lead me back to you
Fool truly
I am fully aware of my foolishness
I know this world it can be so cruel, I won't let you go, oh
Despite the harshness of the world, I am willing to hold onto you tightly
Fool use me
I am willing to let you take advantage of my feelings for you
This is the part that I can't refuse just do what you do
I am powerless to resist your actions towards me
My heart's becoming true it aches to make room for you
My love for you is growing stronger and I yearn to have you in my life
Fool pursue me
I want you to chase me, no matter the consequence
To Heaven above or to Hell below just don't let go, oh
I am willing to go through any type of situation as long as you don't leave me
Fool me
I am still foolish for holding onto you despite everything
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: KARIN BERGQUIST, LINFORD DETWEILER
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