After taking a brief recording hiatus in the mid-1990s to start a family with her husband, songwriter Doug Crider, Bogguss returned to the country music scene to find that her charting power had already faded. Although she last appeared on the Billboard Hot Country Singles Chart in 1999, Bogguss continues to record and perform around the country to a loyal following.
Her most recent recordings have ventured into swing and jazz variations of country. These albums really showcase the tremendous talent in her voice. Suzy is a true singer, and her voice has so much versatility.
In 2014, Suzy added an album of Merle Haggard songs entitled "Lucky". The country & western flavor dominates this album, unlike some of her other recent work. To promote this new album, Suzy has embarked on a nationwide tour.
Fall
Suzy Bogguss Lyrics
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About to follow my heart off these cliffs again
Leave good sense and caution on the ledge behind me
I just want to feel that rushing wind
Stop all this double guessing
After all only heaven knows
If there's a curse or blessing
Waitin' for me somewhere below
And all I gotta do is fall
Close my eyes and lean
Love will find the wings
I don't have to understand
Where it's going to lead
How I'm going to land
If this love will fly at all
All I've gotta do is fall
I feel your heart beating a thousand miles a minute
The points of no return are flying past
This ain't no game we're playing
Let's just out and say it
Sometimes you've gotta call the kettle black
I ain't overanalyzing
Dehumanizing this emotional thing
The hard parts realizing
I've made it harder than it has to be
All I gotta do is fall
Close my eyes and lean
Love will find the wings
I don't have to understand
Where it's going to lead
How I'm going to land
If this love will fly at all
All I've gotta do is fall
The hard part is realizing
I've made it harder than it has to be
When.. all I gotta do is fall
Close my eyes and lean
Love will find the wings
I don't have to understand
Where it's going to lead
How I'm going to land
If this love will fly at all
All I've is gotta do is fall
All I've got to do
All I've got to do is fall
The song "Fall" by Suzy Bogguss explores the idea of taking risks in love despite the uncertainty and potential for heartbreak. The lyrics suggest that sometimes, it's better to just let go and fall into love, without overthinking or analyzing the situation. The singer acknowledges the potential dangers and unknown outcomes of following their heart, yet they feel compelled to take the leap anyway, hoping that love will guide them safely through the journey.
Throughout the song, Bogguss uses metaphors to evoke the feeling of falling, such as when she sings about leaving "good sense and caution on the ledge behind me," or when she talks about feeling the "rushing wind" as she falls. These metaphors capture the feeling of letting go and surrendering to the unknown, which is a common theme in love and relationships.
At its core, "Fall" is a song about having faith in the power of love, even when it feels scary or uncertain. By embracing the unknown and taking a chance on love, Bogguss suggests that we can find true happiness and fulfillment, even if we don't know where the journey will take us.
Line by Line Meaning
Said I wouldn't but I here I am
I previously vowed not to, but now I am present and about to follow my heart.
About to follow my heart off these cliffs again
I am on the verge of abandoning all reason and taking a major risk in the name of love, like I have done before.
Leave good sense and caution on the ledge behind me
I am consciously shedding practicality and prudence, leaving them aside as unnecessary baggage for this journey.
I just want to feel that rushing wind
All I desire is to experience the thrill and excitement of taking a leap of faith, without worry or hesitation.
Stop all this double guessing
I am tired of second-guessing myself and being indecisive, I want to embrace this opportunity without doubt or hesitation.
After all only heaven knows
I am aware that the outcome of my actions is uncertain and ultimately beyond my control, as only fate will dictate the outcome.
If there's a curse or blessing
The future consequences of my actions could be either negative or positive, but I am willing to take the risk.
Waitin' for me somewhere below
The unknown outcome of my actions is both exciting and terrifying, but I am willing to face it head-on.
All I gotta do is fall
I only need to jump into the unknown without hesitation, and put my trust in the journey itself to lead me where I need to go.
Close my eyes and lean
I am willingly going with the flow, without worrying about the details of the journey or the outcome.
Love will find the wings
My feelings of love for another person will power the journey forward, giving me the courage and strength to take the leap.
I don't have to understand
I don't need to know or comprehend the complexities of the journey, as long as I have faith and love to guide me through it.
Where it's going to lead
The unknown future outcomes of the journey are irrelevant, as long as I continue to trust my heart and follow its path.
How I'm going to land
I am not worried about the outcome or the specific details of the journey's end, as I trust that everything will work out in the end.
If this love will fly at all
The future success of my relationship with my loved one is uncertain, but I am willing to take the risk and see where it goes.
I feel your heart beating a thousand miles a minute
I am in tune with my partner's feelings and emotions, and I am willing to follow their lead in this journey of love.
The points of no return are flying past
I have already committed to the journey and there is no turning back, as the journey continues to speed forward.
This ain't no game we're playing
This journey is not something to be taken lightly or as a mere game, as the stakes are high and the outcome uncertain.
Let's just out and say it
We need to be honest with each other and acknowledge the risks and uncertainties of the journey we are about to embark upon.
Sometimes you've gotta call the kettle black
Sometimes, it is necessary to be blunt and honest in order to navigate complex emotional situations and get to the heart of the matter.
I ain't overanalyzing
I refuse to let my doubts and fears hold me back from pursuing love with full abandon, without overthinking or questioning every detail.
Dehumanizing this emotional thing
I am recognizing that love is a complex and messy emotion that cannot be rationalized or fully understood, and I am accepting it as a natural and human experience.
The hard parts realizing
The difficult truth is that I have made this journey harder than it has to be, by doubting myself and overthinking the situation.
All I've gotta do is fall
Ultimately, the journey towards love is simple and pure, I only need to let go of my doubts and fears and fall fully into the experience.
All I've got to do
I only need to show up, to take the leap of faith, to embrace my feelings, and trust the journey ahead.
Lyrics © DistroKid, Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: BRUCE, WISEMAN
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