In 1974 and 1975, she recorded for Avco Records, and, in 1981, recorded for Plantation Records, her most recent record label. Page's most recent single to appear on any Billboard chart was the 1982 #80 country single, "My Man Friday". (She last appeared on the pop chart in 1968, with her version of O.C. Smith's hit, "Little Green Apples", and on the Adult Contemporary chart with "Give Him Love" in 1971.)
Page made the country chart in up to 1983, with her biggest hit during that time being "Hello, We're Lonely," a 1973 #14 duet with Tom T. Hall.
In the 1990s, Page started her own label, C.A.F. Records. In 1998, she won a Grammy as "Best Traditional Pop Singer". Page continued to record into the new millenium with the CDs BRAND NEW TENNESSEE WALTZ, SWEET SOUNDS OF CHRISTMAS (2002), CHILD OF MINE (2003) and her last 2009 release BEST OF COUNTRY. Many of her songs have a strong beat to them that prelude rock 'n' roll. These titles include "Mister and Mississippi", "Detour" and "Cross Over the Bridge". In 1956, she married choreographer Charles O'Curran. They adopted two children, a daughter, Kathleen, and a son, Daniel O'Curran.
Conquest
Patti Page Lyrics
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He was out to make a conquest
Didn't care what harm was done
Just as long as he won the prize
Conquest
She was just another conquest
Didn't care whose heart was broke
'Til he looked into her eyes
And then in the strange way things happen
Their roles were reversed from that day
The hunted became the huntress
The hunter became the prey
Conquest
Now you know who made the conquest
She, with all her female guile
Led him helpless down the aisle
She had finally made a conquest
And then in the strange way things happen
Their roles were reversed from that day
The hunted became the huntres
The hunter became the prey
Conquest
Now you know who made the conquest
She, with all her female guile
Led him helpless down the aisle
She had finally made a conquest
The lyrics of Patti Page's song "Conquest" tell a story of a man who is on a mission to make a conquest, regardless of who he hurts in the process, as long as he can win the prize. He sees the woman as just another conquest and doesn't care whose heart he breaks. However, his views toward love change when he looks into her eyes. The story takes an unexpected turn as the roles reverse, and the hunter becomes the prey as the woman lures him down the aisle with her feminine wiles.
The lyrics of this song explore themes of gender roles, power dynamics, and the complex nature of love. Initially, the man pursues the woman with the intention of making her yet another conquest to add to his list. He has a sense of entitlement and dominance, believing he can have whatever he wants. However, everything changes when he encounters this woman. His power is challenged and his understanding of love shifts. The role reversal in the end further emphasizes the idea that individuals are not always bound by traditional gender roles, and that love is a complex and multifaceted emotion.
Line by Line Meaning
He was out to make a conquest
He was determined to win over a woman
Didn't care what harm was done
He didn't care who he hurt along the way
Just as long as he won the prize
He only cared about winning over the woman, regardless of consequences
She was just another conquest
To him, she was just another woman to conquer
Didn't care whose heart was broke
He didn't care about hurting anyone's feelings
Love to him was a joke
He didn't take love seriously
'Til he looked into her eyes
However, something changed when he looked into her eyes
And then in the strange way things happen
Things took an unexpected turn
Their roles were reversed from that day
Their positions of power and dominance swapped
The hunted became the huntress
She became the one in control
The hunter became the prey
He became vulnerable
Now you know who made the conquest
The tables had turned, and she was now in control
She, with all her female guile
She used her feminine wiles to her advantage
Led him helpless down the aisle
She was the one who initiated their relationship and convinced him to marry her
She had finally made a conquest
She had succeeded in winning him over
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CORKEY ROBBINS, CORKY ROBBINS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Michael Hadida
A perfect song for a Tarantino film.
justinkisch
They used a bit of the trumpet intro from the White Stripes version in The Interview ( the comedy with James Franco and Seth Rogen that the South Korean government's didn't want you to see).
NeNeNo Music
Michael Hadida I think the White Stripes version fits way better
Virginia Copelan Ross
I was privileged to see her in Yuma, AZ 2 years ago. WOW, she was incredible. Her voice and style improved even better over the years. What a great talent.
Grace Nottingham
Both versions are beautiful and dramatic :)
kester1940
It's sad to hear that Patti Page has left the stage. What a wonderful career she had, and was still singing and looking so fine even into her 80s. With so many recordings and youtube clips such as this to enjoy, she won't be forgotten. RIP
Tasty Bones
Man I have to say I just love both versions so much. this one just has a timeless classic feel while The Stripes version has that witty sense of humor that just make me chuckle. Thank you so much for posting this.
writethatrainbow lore
I love how she performs, she looks so sophisicated and beautiful. Her voice is so wonderful.
bomba94K2
I really think the stripes brought even more passion into the song. It's good tho.
mastashaker916
A classic song, and now because some "popular" band does a cover of it this version is almost forgotten.