After a ten year hiatus in her musical career, Jackson returned with the 1998 album Yours Faithfully. The production of the album, her last to date, had the singer collaborate with artists and producers such as Men of Vizion's Spanky Williams, Keith Thomas and Eliot Kennedy. It also featured contributions from her children. Nathaniel Brown is Jackson's husband and the two have been married since 1968. Rebbie returned to music in 2010 with her new compilation, "Centipede/Reaction," which features her first two albums together on CD for the first time. In 2011, Rebbie embarked on the "Pick Up The Phone Tour," which is dedicated to teens who have committed suicide all over the U.S.
A Fork in the Road
Rebbie Jackson Lyrics
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Seems like love should be easier to bear
But it's such a heavy load
(A heavy load)
Worldwide traveler, you ain't been nowhere
Tiil you've traveled down the road
(Do-do-do-do)
(Just a stranger)
Lover, let me warn you where's
The danger of a fork in love's road
(In the road, the road)
Beware, the danger's there
Ah-ah-ah, danger
One way is for those who go along
That way tempts a girl like me
(Whoo-ooh-ooh-ooh)
Oh, but lovers, don't try to make it on your own
(Don't try it, don't try it, don't try it)
You don't want this misery, oh-oh
Why didn't I see the sign
Ooh-ooh, before I left my love behind
At the fork in love's road
(In the road, the road)
Beware, the danger's there
Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
If there is something
That you don't see eye to eye
(Eye to eye)
You better think before
You tell your love goodbye
(Goodbye)
'Cause your path may never cross again
You make sure you take the same bend
At the fork in love's road, baby
(Beware) The danger's there
Watch for the fork in the road
You better beware
(The fork in the road)
Beware (beware)
The danger's there
(Beware)
Ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh
(Beware)
(The fork in the road)
The fork in love's road
(Beware)
You better beware
(Beware)
The lyrics to Rebbie Jackson's song A Fork in the Road carry a warning about the dangers of love. The first stanza warns that love may seem easy but can end up being a heavy burden to bear. The second stanza talks about the different paths that one can take in love, with one path tempting but ultimately leading to misery. The danger lies in the fork in love's road, where lovers must choose which path to take. The singer urges caution, as the path taken may never cross again and the decision to leave may lead to regret.
The song is ultimately a lesson in decision-making and caution when it comes to love. It stresses the importance of communication and seeing eye to eye with one's partner, as well as making thoughtful choices when it comes to the direction of one's love life. Rebbie Jackson's smooth and soulful vocals serve as a warning to those who may be tempted to take the wrong path at the fork in love's road.
Line by Line Meaning
Beware, beware, beware
Be cautious and vigilant
Seems like love should be easier to bear
Love should be simple and easy to handle
But it's such a heavy load
Love can be a burden and weigh heavy on the heart
(A heavy load)
Love is something that requires effort and hard work
Worldwide traveler, you ain't been nowhere
If you haven't experienced love, you haven't truly lived
Tiil you've traveled down the road
The journey of love is one that everyone must go through
(Do-do-do-do)
I know I may be just a stranger
Although we may not be familiar with each other
(Just a stranger)
Lover, let me warn you where's
My lover, allow me to alert you to the location of
The danger of a fork in love's road
The risks and consequences of a pivotal moment in a relationship
(In the road, the road)
Beware, the danger's there
Be cautious, there are hazards ahead
Ah-ah-ah, danger
An exclamation to draw attention to the hazards present in love
One way is for those who go along
There is a route that is easier to travel if you follow the crowd
That way tempts a girl like me
That course of action appears alluring to someone like me
(Whoo-ooh-ooh-ooh)
Oh, but lovers, don't try to make it on your own
However, my dear lovers, do not attempt to go it alone
(Don't try it, don't try it, don't try it)
You don't want this misery, oh-oh
The consequences of making a bad choice in love can lead to great sorrow
Why didn't I see the sign
Why did I miss the warning
Ooh-ooh, before I left my love behind
Before I made the fatal mistake of abandoning my love
At the fork in love's road
At the crossroads of a relationship
Beware, the danger's there
Be cautious, the hazards are imminent
Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
If there is something
If there is an issue or conflict
That you don't see eye to eye
That you and your partner do not agree on
(Eye to eye)
You better think before
You should consider the consequences before
You tell your love goodbye
Breaking up with your partner
(Goodbye)
'Cause your path may never cross again
Because you may never have another chance to reconcile
You make sure you take the same bend
Make sure you follow the same path
At the fork in love's road, baby
At the pivotal point in your relationship, my dear
(Beware) The danger's there
Be cautious, the hazards are present
Watch for the fork in the road
Be alert for the critical moment in your relationship
You better beware
You should be cautious
(The fork in the road)
Beware (beware)
Be very cautious
(Beware)
Ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh
(The fork in the road)
The fork in love's road
The crucial turning point in your romantic relationship
(Beware)
You better beware
You should be cautious
Contributed by Aiden F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@arpitabanerjee7306
A fork in the road
Beware beware beware
Seems like love should be easier to bear
But it's such a heavy load
(A heavy load)
Worldwide traveler
You ain't been nowhere
'Til you've traveled down the road
(Do-do-do-do)
I know I may be just a stranger
(Just a stranger)
Lover, let me warn you
Where's the danger of a fork in love's road
(In the road, the road)
Beware, the danger's there
Ah-ah-ah, danger
One way is for those who go along
That way tempts a girl like me
(Whoo-ooh-ooh-ooh)
Oh, but lovers
Don't try to make it on your own
(Don't try it, don't try it, don't try it)
You don't want this misery
Oh, oh
Why didn't I see the sign?
Ooh-ooh
Before I left my love behind
All the fork in love's road
(In the road, the road)
Beware
The danger's there
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh
If there is something
That you don't see eye to eye
(Eye to eye)
You better think before
You tell your love goodbye
(Goodbye)
'Cause your path may never cross again
You make sure you take the same bend
At the fork in love's road, baby
@mchilds319
Rebbie has a beautiful voice.. I'm sure Smokey approves. Those Jackson's are Royalty of the music world and Gary Indiana💖💯
@annette2058
I listened to this all through Highschool. I even had Centipede on my Jersey! Such a beautiful voice!
@user-ji5on9wo9p
SIMPLY BEAUTIFUL, REBBIE AND THE SONG ❤
@ericturner7906
I'm sure Smokey Robinson was smiling to hear Rebbie's rendition of his song. She definitely sang it well !!
@mchilds319
Wow!!! Rebbie took a Smokey Robinson's song and put her sweet sweet voice to it. I'm lovin this. That's the Jackson's trait...Simply beautiful.
@MusicLoverPearson
She took the Miracles song not just Smokey
@angellove2405
Sister! Girl! You make your point with this song with deep passion and soul.
@alexisewing53
Wow! Sends chills down my spine everytime I listen to this.😱😍😍😍
@mchilds319
Rebbie had a beautiful voice..maybe the best female voice of the Jackson family...just an opinion.. She should have did more songs. Wonder what happened?
@melvinmoore6250
she did plenty of songs...and she's rebbie, not debbie!!!