Stewart's music career began in 1962 when he took up busking with a harmonica. In 1963, he joined The Dimensions as a harmonica player and vocalist. In 1964, Stewart joined Long John Baldry and the All Stars before moving to the Jeff Beck Group in 1967. Joining Faces in 1969, he also maintained a solo career releasing his debut album that year. Stewart's early albums were a fusion of rock, folk music, soul music, and R&B. His third album, 1971's Every Picture Tells a Story, was his breakthrough, topping the charts in the UK, US, Canada and Australia, as did its ballad "Maggie May". His 1972 follow-up album, Never a Dull Moment, also reached number one in the UK and Australia, while going top three in the US and Canada. Its single, "You Wear It Well", topped the chart in the UK and was a moderate hit elsewhere.
After Stewart had a handful more UK top ten hits, the Faces broke up in 1975. Stewart's next few hit singles were ballads with "Sailing", off the 1975 UK and Australian number-one album, Atlantic Crossing, becoming a hit in the UK and the Netherlands (number one), Germany (number four) and other countries, but barely charting in North America. A Night on the Town (1976), his fifth straight chart-topper in the UK, began a three-album run of going number one or top three in the US, Canada, the UK and Australia with each release. That album's "Tonight's the Night (Gonna Be Alright)" spent almost two months at number one in the US and Canada, and made the top five in other countries. Foot Loose & Fancy Free (1977) contained the hit "You're in My Heart (The Final Acclaim)" as well as the rocker "Hot Legs". Blondes Have More Fun (1978) and its disco-tinged "Da Ya Think I'm Sexy" both went to number one in Canada, Australia and the US, with "Da Ya Think I'm Sexy" also hitting number one in the UK and the top ten in other countries. Stewart's albums regularly hit the upper rungs of the charts in the Netherlands throughout the 70s and in Sweden from 1975 onward.
After a disco and new wave period in the late 1970s and early 1980s, Stewart's music turned to a soft rock/middle-of-the-road style, with most of his albums reaching the top ten in the UK, Germany and Sweden, but faring less well in the US. The single "Rhythm of My Heart" was a top five hit in the UK, US and other countries, with its source album, 1991's Vagabond Heart, becoming, at number ten in the US and number two in the UK, his highest-charting album in a decade. In 1993, he collaborated with Bryan Adams and Sting on the power ballad "All for Love", which went to number one in many countries. In the early 2000s, he released a series of successful albums interpreting the Great American Songbook.
In 2008, Billboard magazine ranked him the 17th most successful artist on the "Billboard Hot 100 All-Time Top Artists". A Grammy and Brit Award recipient, he was voted at No. 33 in Q Magazine's list of the Top 100 Greatest Singers of all time. As a solo artist, Stewart was inducted into the US Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1994, the UK Music Hall of Fame in 2006, and he was inducted a second time into the US Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2012 as a member of Faces.
Full Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rod_Stewart
Studio albums
An Old Raincoat Won't Ever Let You Down (1969)
Gasoline Alley (1970)
Every Picture Tells a Story (1971)
Never a Dull Moment (1972)
Smiler (1974)
Atlantic Crossing (1975)
A Night on the Town (1976)
Foot Loose & Fancy Free (1977)
Blondes Have More Fun (1978)
Foolish Behaviour (1980)
Tonight I'm Yours (1981)
Body Wishes (1983)
Camouflage (1984)
Every Beat of My Heart (1986)
Out of Order (1988)
Vagabond Heart (1991)
A Spanner in the Works (1995)
When We Were the New Boys (1998)
Human (2001)
It Had to Be You: The Great American Songbook (2002)
As Time Goes By: The Great American Songbook, Volume II (2003)
Stardust: The Great American Songbook, Volume III (2004)
Thanks for the Memory: The Great American Songbook, Volume IV (2005)
Still the Same... Great Rock Classics of Our Time (2006)
Soulbook (2009)
Once in a Blue Moon: The Lost Album (2010)
Fly Me to the Moon... The Great American Songbook Volume V (2010)
Merry Christmas, Baby (2012)
Time (2013)
Another Country (2015)
Blood Red Roses (2018)
The Tears of Hercules (2021)
My Foolish Heart
Rod Stewart Lyrics
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How wise the ever constant moon, take care, my foolish heart
There's a line between love and fascination,
That's so hard to see on an evening such as this,
For they both give the very same sensation
When you're lost in the passion of a kiss
Oh, her lips are much too close to mine, beware my foolish heart
But should our eager lips combine, then let the fire start
For this time it isn't fascination, or a dream that will fade and fall apart
It's love this time, it's love, my foolish heart
There's a line between love and fascination,
That's so hard to see on an evening such as this,
For they both give the very same sensation
When you're lost in the passion of a kiss
Oh, her lips are much too close to mine, beware my foolish heart
But should our eager lips combine, then let the fire start
For this time it isn't fascination, or a dream that will fade and fall apart,
It's love this time, it's love, my foolish heart
It's love this time, it's love, my foolish heart
Rod Stewart's song "My Foolish Heart" is a ballad that speaks of the danger of allowing oneself to be consumed by love with reckless abandon. It's a call to caution in the heat of the moment, as one's heart can lead them down a path they may not be prepared to take. Stewart evokes powerful imagery to convey this message, likening the night to a lovely tune and the moon to an ever-constant guide. He warns the listener to be wary of the line between love and fascination, which can be blurred in moments of intense passion.
The chorus is particularly potent, as Stewart sings of his "foolish heart" being tempted by the closeness of his lover's lips. The danger is not lost on him, but he confesses that he cannot help himself. The final verse is particularly poignant, as Stewart acknowledges that this time it truly is love and not just a fleeting fancy. He has recognized the potential peril of his heart's desire but has decided to follow it anyway.
In summary, Stewart's song is a warning against the all-consuming nature of love, particularly in moments of intense passion. He recognizes the difficulty in distinguishing between love and fleeting infatuation and urges the listener to proceed with caution.
Line by Line Meaning
The night is like a lovely tune, beware my foolish heart
The night is peaceful and serene, but I must be cautious not to fall in love recklessly.
How wise the ever constant moon, take care, my foolish heart
The moon shines reliably every night, reminding me to be mindful of my heart's desires.
There's a line between love and fascination, That's so hard to see on an evening such as this, For they both give the very same sensation When you're lost in the passion of a kiss
It's difficult to distinguish between love and infatuation in the heat of the moment, as they both produce similar feelings of passion and longing.
Oh, her lips are much too close to mine, beware my foolish heart
Her closeness is tempting, but I must exercise caution and reflect on my emotions before acting on impulse.
But should our eager lips combine, then let the fire start
If we do give in to the passion, I am ready to let our love ignite and flourish.
For this time it isn't fascination, or a dream that will fade and fall apart, It's love this time, it's love, my foolish heart
Unlike past fleeting romances, this time I am truly in love, and I must not let my emotions cloud my judgment or actions.
It's love this time, it's love, my foolish heart
My heart has found true love, and I must cherish and protect it with thoughtfulness and care.
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Written by: Ned Washington, Victor Young
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Naila Aisy
The night is like a lovely tune, beware my foolish heart
How wise the ever constant moon, take care, my foolish heart
There's a line between love and fascination,
That's so hard to see on an evening such as this,
For they both give the very same sensation
When you're lost in the passion of a kiss
Oh, her lips are much too close to mine, beware my foolish heart
But should our eager lips combine, then let the fire start
For this time it isn't fascination, or a dream that will fade and fall apart
It's love this time, it's love, my foolish heart
There's a line between love and fascination,
That's so hard to see on an evening such as this,
For they both give the very same sensation
When you're lost in the passion of a kiss
Oh, her lips are much too close to mine, beware my foolish heart
But should our eager lips combine, then let the fire start
For this time it isn't fascination, or a dream that will fade and fall apart,
It's love this time, it's love, my foolish heart
It's love this time, it's love, my foolish heart
Elizabeth Gilmour
Rod's rendition of this timeless song is pure magic. I could listen to this, time and time again. We'll never have music like this, again.
Loretta Hewitt
I loved this song when l heard it over 50 years ago and l still do...Rod does it justice...love this arrangement ♡
Donald Brenner
All the selections on this album are great but this is probably the best. His voice, his phrasing and the arrangement create perfection.
charles robbins
Well well, Rod almost has me believing in love again... Wait a minute, I believe in love, it's my heart that doesn't want to take another chance...
Dorothy Kuveke
I love what you wrote. It would be my words exactly. I do believe that love exists between two adults. However for me it never worked out. I was broken hearted by a man and I don't want to go back to that feeling again. So therefore I'm going to keep my foolish heart locked up so nobody can ever hurt me again. Such is life😢 besides, I have children and grandchildren and lots of friends to give me all the love and support I need
Lucky
A year ago you quoted this but I feel the same way even after a year
L. Chandler
Love this song. So glad Rod Stewart did the "Great American Songbook." Some great songs have gotten lost over the last 30-60 years!
Patricia Mamolita
Such a beautiful song. Rod Stewart sings it well.
Margot Blanchette
One of my older sisters favourites. When there's a big age gap, one doesn't appreciate these beautiful ole classics. However, I remember every song written in the last 80yrs. And just love them. The lyrics and melodies are so romantic. They knew how to write then with a lot of depth. Which is lacking today. I love Rod doing these classics
Bill Clement
What a fantastic rendition Rod Bless you 🙏