In 1999 she sang lead vocals on the track "Gravity of Love" on Enigma's album The Screen Behind the Mirror, which was also released as a single. She also performed guest-vocals for their 2003 album Voyageur.
Ruth-Ann's first solo album 'What About Us' was released on 4th June 2007, and is now available to buy exclusively on iTunes. The album is produced by Michael Cretu of Enigma and is released digitally worldwide.
No Surrender
Ruth Ann Lyrics
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That you'll share your life with me
And what's now?
I was giving all I got
But for you it's not enough, lonely heart
It's time for me, to realise and see
That it's my life to live and not surrender
I was showing you my love,
Every time I had the chance
And what's now?
Many days I felt the cold,
Many days your heart of stone, it is so
It's time for me, to realise and see
That it's my life to live and not surrender
But dreams are dreams
I'll get the things I need
Cos it's my life,
I wanna live and not surrender
It's time for me, to realise and see
That it's my life to live and not surrender
The lyrics to Ruth Ann's song "No Surrender" speak to the concept of unrequited love and the pain that comes along with it. The singer speaks about having a dream that the person they love would share their life with them, but that dream has not come to fruition. The singer has been giving all they have and showing their love every chance they get, but it's still not enough for the person they adore. The singer has had many days where they've felt the coldness and hardness of their love interest's heart. However, the singer realizes that they cannot continue living this way, and it's time for them to take control of their life and not give up.
The chorus of the song emphasizes that it's the singer's life to live, and they should not surrender even though their dreams may not have come true. The singer acknowledges that dreams are just that- dreams. However, they remain hopeful that they will achieve the things they need to live their life and be happy. The lyrics leave the impression that the singer has moved on from this unrequited love and is ready to take control of their life and follow their dreams.
Line by Line Meaning
Time ago I had a dream
In the past, I had a vision or goal
That you'll share your life with me
That you'd be my partner and share your life with me
And what's now?
What is the present situation?
I was giving all I got
I put in my best effort and resources
But for you it's not enough, lonely heart
But you still feel unfulfilled and alone
It's time for me, to realise and see
I need to recognize and understand
That it's my life to live and not surrender
That I have control over my own life and shouldn't give up
I was showing you my love,
I expressed my feelings of love towards you
Every time I had the chance
Whenever the opportunity arose
And what's now?
But what is the situation at present?
Many days I felt the cold,
Many days I felt ignored or unloved
Many days your heart of stone, it is so
Many times it seemed like you didn't have any emotions or feelings
But dreams are dreams
However, dreams are just dreams
I'll get the things I need
I'll obtain the things that are necessary for me
Cos it's my life,
Because it's my own life
I wanna live and not surrender
I want to keep living and not give up
It's time for me, to realise and see
I need to recognize and understand
That it's my life to live and not surrender
That I have control over my own life and shouldn't give up
Contributed by Julian L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@tysoon363636
What an awesome track! 13 years and I've just discovered this. Boy, am I missing something big time!
@Pinesmoke415
MY NEW FAVORITE SONG!!! LOVE IT!!!
@user-ou7me1li7t
Super !
@adey1970
Yes, produced by Michael Cretu of Enigma fame and writer and producer of Sandra's material. This album didn't get a physical release but is available to download from iTunes.
@lillka62
отличная тема!
@41867043
good job from michael cretu... good song!!! i like it
@twilight112
wooo rock on like wat a tune!!
@joliceour1957
My father always said 'no surrender', before he died, he put up his arm and we both looked at each other and said 'no surrender', five years later, after dealing with my older sister's Manic Psychosis I have finally learned to listen to him, and let go of things that can not change. My name is Ruth-Anne, & I am posting this song on my facebook. I love your work. unique
@loreen6337
good job from michael cretu... good song!!! i like it
@mohammedlovespork
@Elastigirl88 right here on youtube, use a line-in recording mp3 player LOL