Born in Baytown, Texas, Fuller spent most of his youth in El Paso, Texas, where he idolized Buddy Holly, a fellow West Texan. He played clubs, bars, and recorded on independent record labels in Texas, with a constantly-changing line-up, during the early 1960s. The only constant band members were Bobby himself (on vocals and guitar), and his older brother, Randy, on bass. All of these independent releases were recorded in the Fullers' own home-cum-studio, with Bobby acting as the producer. He even built a primitive echo chamber in the backyard. The quality of the recordings, using a couple of microphones and a mixing board purchased from a local radio station, was so impressive that he even offered the use of his 'studio' to local acts for free so he could hone his production skills.
Bobby moved to Los Angeles in 1964 with his band The Bobby Fuller Four and was signed to Mustang Records by producer Bob Keane, noted for discovering Ritchie Valens and producing many surf music groups.
Just as "I Fought The Law" became a top ten hit, Bobby Fuller was found dead in a parked automobile near his Los Angeles home. The police considered the death an apparent suicide, however many people still believe Fuller was murdered. He was found with multiple wounds all over his body and covered in gasoline leading many to speculate that the perpetrators fled before they could set the car on fire. He is buried in the Forest Lawn - Hollywood Hills Cemetery in Los Angeles.
Think It Over
The Bobby Fuller Four Lyrics
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Think it over what you just said.
Think it over in your pretty little head.
Are you sure that Im not the one?
Is your love real or only fun?
Think it over, just think it over.
My lonely heart grows cold and old.
Think it over and dont be slow.
Just remember all birds and bees
Go by twos through lifes mysteries.
Think it over, yes just think it over.
My lonely heart grows cold and old.
Think it over (over and over).
Think it over (over and over).
Think it over (over and over).
Think it over (over and over).
Think it over, just think it over.
My lonely heart grows cold and old.
All right, all right.
Think it over and think of me.
Think it over and you will see
The happy day when you and i
Think as one and kiss the bkues goodbye.
Think it over, just think it over.
My lonely heart grows cold and old.
Chorus x2
The Bobby Fuller Four's song "Think It Over" is about questioning the true intentions behind a person's love. The singer urges his love interest to think things through and consider if their love is genuine or merely for fun. The lyrics showcase the singer's doubt about the durability of the relationship, lamenting how their lonely heart is growing cold and old. The repetitiveness of the chorus highlights the importance of considering the gravity of their actions before making any decisions.
The lyrics of "Think It Over" reflect a broader cultural shift in the 1960s when teenagers were questioning traditional values and norms of society. The song lays out an argument for self-reflection and not accepting things blindly. It also captures the general sense of insecurity and anxiety surrounding love, particularly for someone who may be unsure about their partner's true intentions.
Line by Line Meaning
Think it over what you just said.
Reflect upon the words that you just spoke.
Think it over in your pretty little head.
Contemplate deeply inside your beautiful mind.
Are you sure that Im not the one?
Have you considered the possibility that I may be the one?
Is your love real or only fun?
Do you truly love me or is this just a game?
Think it over, just think it over.
Take your time and give it some serious thought.
My lonely heart grows cold and old.
My heart is becoming more and more isolated and tired.
Think it over and let me know.
Take the time to decide and then inform me of your decision.
Think it over and dont be slow.
Take your time but don't drag it out.
Just remember all birds and bees Go by twos through lifes mysteries.
Remember that in nature, many creatures mate in pairs and life's mysteries are often solved in partnership.
Think it over, yes just think it over.
Give it some serious and thoughtful consideration.
Think it over (over and over).
Repeat the process of reflection until you find clarity.
All right, all right.
Okay, I understand that this is difficult.
Think it over and think of me.
Reflect and consider me in your thoughts.
Think it over and you will see The happy day when you and i Think as one and kiss the bkues goodbye.
If you think deeply and honestly, you'll realize that we can be happy together once we're on the same page.
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Written by: JOHN SLOMAN, TREVOR BOLDER
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