In 1978, A&M Records released Tim Curry's debut solo album. Entitled Read My Lips, the album featured an eclectic range of songs (mostly covers) performed in diverse genre. Highlights of the album are a reggae version of the Beatles song "I Will", a rendition of "Wake Nicodemus" with full bagpipe backing, and an original bar-room ballad, "Alan".
The following year, Curry's second and most successful album was released. Titled Fearless, the LP was more rock-oriented than Read My Lips and mostly featured original songs rather than cover versions. The record included Tim Curry's only US charting songs: "I Do the Rock" and "Paradise Garage".
Curry's third and final album, Simplicity, was released in 1981, again by A&M Records. This record did not sell as well as the previous offerings, due in part to a less appealing, more maudlin sound. This record combined both original songs and cover versions, and is commonly held to be the weakest of the three albums.
In 1989, A&M released The Best of Tim Curry on CD and cassette, featuring songs from his albums (including a live version of "Alan") and a previously-unreleased song, a live cover version of "Simple Twist of Fate".
Curry toured America with his band through the late 1970s and the first half of the 1980s.
Curry's first full-time role was as part of the original London cast of the musical Hair in 1968. Here he first met Richard O'Brien, who went on to create his next full-time and perhaps still most famous role, that of Frank N. Furter in the Rocky Horror Show.
Originally Curry rehearsed the character with a German accent and peroxide blonde hair, but the character evolved into the sly, very upper-class English (He says 'dine' instead of down, 'brine' instead of brown etc) drag-wearing mad scientist incarnation that carried over to the movie version and made Curry both a star and a cult figure. He continued to play the character in London, Los Angeles and New York until 1975.
For many years, Curry was reluctant to talk about Rocky Horror, feeling that it was a trend that had gone too far and had distracted attention away from his later roles. However, in recent years he has been much more open about discussing the show and now recognises it as a "rite of passage" for many young people.
Don't Fall In Love
Tim Curry Lyrics
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Have I ever steered you wrong led you astray.
No.
But the Girl.
The quickest way to break your heart make you depressed and I'll is to get tangled up inside the side effects could kill.
Oh passion is a waste of time a deadly game bove. .
I am your friend your share ami I wouldn′t lie to you.
If you must love someone may I suggest you love yourself just in get through you'll never leave and you'll find you′ll get more rest you′ll always feel as good as good as new.
Your freedom is the most important thing my friend you must be strong you mustn't beg don′t talk for hours don't send flowers don′t write poems don't sing songs and dance beneath the stars that shine above...
Don′t do it.
As soon as your heart rules your head your life is not your own.
It's he'll when someone′s always there its bliss to be alone.
And love of any kind is bad a dog a child a cat.
They take up so much precious time now where′s the sense in that.
Love takes the wildest heart and makes it tame if you're turned on then just turn off.
Emotions are a thing all brick men became.
Please don′t make this your catastroph Don't get attached to anyone or anything.
There′s nothing worse than things that cling.
You'll go to patch you′ll turn to drink you'll never rest you'll end up Mad and living like some poor demented Donner.
Don′t Fall in love.
Don′t fall in love...
In Tim Curry's "Don't Fall in Love," the singer acts as a warning voice to a friend who is contemplating falling in love. The lyrics advise against getting too involved with someone else, pointing out the potential consequences such as heartbreak, depression, and loss of freedom. According to the singer, loving oneself is the way to avoid these dangers and enjoy a fulfilling life. The warning against love is consistent throughout the song, with Curry stating that love is a waste of time and can turn a person into a "poor demented Donner."
Despite the negative tone of the lyrics, there is an underlying element of care and concern for the friend. The singer repeatedly emphasizes that he is a true friend and wouldn't steer his friend wrong. He advises his friend to be strong and not get attached to anyone or anything, noting that clinging to something only leads to pain and suffering. Overall, the song urges listeners to prioritize their own happiness and avoid the potentially detrimental effects of falling in love.
Line by Line Meaning
Listen to your old friend won′t you.
I am your friend and I have always given good advice, so listen to me now.
Have I ever steered you wrong led you astray.
You can trust me, I have never given you bad advice or led you down the wrong path.
But the Girl.
However, becoming involved with a woman can have negative consequences.
The quickest way to break your heart make you depressed and I'll is to get tangled up inside the side effects could kill.
Becoming emotionally involved with someone can lead to heartbreak, depression, and potentially harmful side effects.
Oh passion is a waste of time a deadly game bove. .
Passionate love is not worth the risk and can be dangerous.
I am your friend your share ami I wouldn′t lie to you.
I am your friend and I always tell the truth.
If you must love someone may I suggest you love yourself just in get through you'll never leave and you'll find you′ll get more rest you'll always feel as good as good as new.
If you absolutely must love someone, love yourself first. This will allow you to feel refreshed and rejuvenated instead of drained.
Your freedom is the most important thing my friend you must be strong you mustn't beg don′t talk for hours don't send flowers don′t write poems don't sing songs and dance beneath the stars that shine above...
Your independence is crucial, so be strong and don't engage in lovey-dovey behaviors like begging, long conversations, gifts, writing poetry, singing, or dancing in the moonlight.
Don′t do it.
In short, don't pursue love.
As soon as your heart rules your head your life is not your own.
Once you become consumed with emotions, you lose control of your life.
It's he'll when someone′s always there its bliss to be alone.
Being in a relationship can feel like hell when someone is constantly by your side, but it's blissful to be independent.
And love of any kind is bad a dog a child a cat.
All forms of love can be detrimental, whether it's for a pet, a child, or a romantic partner.
They take up so much precious time now where′s the sense in that.
Loving someone or something takes up valuable time and is illogical.
Love takes the wildest heart and makes it tame if you're turned on then just turn off.
Even the most free-spirited person can become tamed by love, so if you feel passionate, just shut it down.
Emotions are a thing all brick men became.
Even the toughest men can succumb to emotions.
Please don′t make this your catastroph Don't get attached to anyone or anything.
This is not something you want in your life - avoid getting attached to anyone or anything.
There′s nothing worse than things that cling.
Nothing is worse than things that cling or hold on too tightly.
You'll go to patch you′ll turn to drink you'll never rest you'll end up Mad and living like some poor demented Donner.
Attachment can lead to unhealthy behaviors like addiction, sleepless nights, and insanity.
Don′t Fall in love.
In conclusion, do not fall in love.
Don′t fall in love...
I cannot emphasize this enough - do not fall in love.
Writer(s): Rachel Portman, Don Black
Contributed by William B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@JosephRailwayStudios2000
Tim Curry saved this Film
@AmericaChavez17
This is the most real Disney song in existence
@Sattnin77
Happy 77th Birthday to the great Tim Curry aka Maestro Forte.
@christopherjordan6235
1:18 It's Hell when someone's always there.
@user-we4yd6df4w
I just love how much emphasis he puts on Hell.
@simoneolivero5322
I loved this movie growing up! I actually think it’s great considering a holiday sequel. And yes, this song made the film so great. Period. I’m watching it now for the holidays lol 😅
@moatguy4471
Tim Curry also played Evil Manta in The Little Mermaid tv show. I'd give anything for a crossover of Evil Manta singing this song because of that.
Evil Manta as Forte.
Ariel as Belle.
Price Eric as Beast.
@simoneolivero5322
Who am I kidding? All the songs were good
@vincentalvarado1009
You’re the mean one Maestro Forte
@cassiewhite879
That song was weird and cheesy and it gives me goosebumps!