From New Orleans, they were classically trained and switched over to jazz as they grew up along with the form. First recorded in 1925, they went on to play vaudeville and ended up on radio in California. After being heard coast to coast on one of the first nationwide radio hookups, they became stars of radio in NYC headlining both their own programs, as well as working on shows with Bing Crosby and The Mills Brothers until the trio disbanded in 1936, mainly due to their marriages. They also appeared in many films of the time. (See youtube)
Connie Boswell, who later changed the spelling of her name to Connee, continued as a solo singer after the demise of the group, influencing singers like Ella Fitzgerald and Frank Sinatra. She did all this despite being unable to walk alone due to childhood polio and other back injuries.
"There is only one person I ever tried to sing like and that person was Connee Boswell."
Ella Fitzgerald, NBC News interview
"Connee Boswell is, without a doubt, the most widely imitated singer of all time."
Frank Sinatra
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Song Of Surrender
The Boswell Sisters Lyrics
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Hear the wind come whispering by
It's the song of surrender
Kisses waiting, warm and shy
Hear the lonely stream
Murmur low, come live your dream
Hear the song of surrender
For love seems to glow in the night
Why don't we follow its light
Know in your heart that it's right
To love, take my love
Take my love to hold
Till the stars wither and grow old
Hear the night calling near us
Oh, be fearless, oh, be free
Hear the song of surrender and come to me
(Take my love to hold)
(Till the stars wither and grow old)
Hear the night calling near us
Oh, be fearless, oh, be free
Hear the song of surrender and come to me
The Boswell Sisters' Song Of Surrender is a romantic ballad that entreats the listener to let go and embrace love. The lyrics present an idyllic and dreamy atmosphere, encapsulated by the serene sounds of the stream and the treetops. The gentle whisperings of the wind create an enrapturing space that sets the tone of the song. The song's chorus is a call to let go of the heart's defenses, surrender to love, and follow the light of love that illuminates the night. The singer appeals to her listener to make her love his own and take her hand, offering a safe haven until the stars grow old.
The song of surrender has an introspective tone, asking the listener to examine whether their loneliness is worth resisting the sweet surrender of love that appears to be waiting. The stream singing to the dreamer, the treetops sighing in agreement, and the night calling the beloved close is a symphony of nature that symbolizes the welcoming of love into one's life.
Overall, Song Of Surrender is an invitation to open oneself up to the possibility of love, urging the listener to follow the gentle hum of the universe, guide one towards the warmth of another's embrace.
Line by Line Meaning
Hear the treetops sigh
Listen to the sound of the treetops blowing in the wind and hear the bittersweet sighs of nature.
Hear the wind come whispering by
Hear the soft rustling of the leaves as the wind gently whispers past.
It's the song of surrender
It's the beautiful surrender to love and all its magnificent powers.
Kisses waiting, warm and shy
Feel the anticipation of love and its tender, shy kisses just waiting to be shared between two people.
Hear the lonely stream
Listen to the melancholic sound of the stream, as it flows down its path, conveying its own sorrowful rendition of love.
Murmur low, come live your dream
The stream's haunting voice speaks to us, inviting us to follow our dreams, as it murmurs its lullaby.
How can we resist it's theme
We can't resist the theme of love, it's the most irresistible force in the universe.
For love seems to glow in the night
Love illuminates the darkness of the night and shines like a bright star in the sky of our own lives.
Why don't we follow its light
Why don't we follow love's light and surrender ourselves to it, let it guide us to happiness.
Know in your heart that it's right
It is right to follow your heart and give in to the irresistible pull of love.
To love, take my love
Take my love and hold it tight, let our hearts beat as one and never let go.
Take my love to hold
Let me give you all of my love, it's yours to hold and cherish forever.
Till the stars wither and grow old
We will love each other forever, until the end of time, even when the stars in the sky fade away and grow old.
Hear the night calling near us
The night is calling us, inviting us to surrender to the passion and the ecstasy of love.
Oh, be fearless, oh, be free
Don't be afraid of love, embrace it, let it set you free and allow your soul to soar.
Hear the song of surrender and come to me
Listen to the beautiful song of surrender that love sings and come to me, let our hearts intertwine and our souls unite.
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: AL DUBIN, HARRY WARREN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
yogisuperman
I'm fascinated how the early childhood photo of the Boswell Sisters is used again at the end. The storyboard, blends well with the beautiful song. The Boswells , especially Connee, is my second favorite singer, of this era.
joe murphy
WHO IS YOUR FIRST?
Aad Juijn
And that's exactly the reason why I post this ladies here on YouTube...they may never be forgotten! Btw it's a blessing to see that many youngsters subscribe to my channel, so there is still hope :) Grtz, Aad
Corrie121
This is beautiful. Thank you for sharing these wonderful Boswell Sisters posts.
roybo1930
OMG!!! I never heard this until now! I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE it!!! GOD THESE LADIES COULD SING!
Aad Juijn
Thank you Byron! Unforgettable...and that`s what they are! Grtz, Aad
roybo1930
Shortly after I wrote about this Record 9 Years ago! I Found it! GEEEEZE! I LOVE THIS!
Artigas1960 Millan
gracias a Aad por darnos la oportunidad de escuchar esta hermosa música excelente trío de hermanas quisiéramos saber más sobre la vida de estas artistas
Aad Juijn
Gracias por tu bonito comentario! En este sitio encontrará más información sobre los Bozzies (http://bozzies.org/). Saludos Aad
ClarasBeau
These wonderful women should have so much more airtime, nowadays! I'd so much rather hear THIS than the claptrap that - - (never mind!)...