Foolish Heart

I can't believe it has been almost a week since my last post.  I apologize.  I'm not sure how I got this far behind.  I was traveling a bit and am just about ready to leave again for the NAMM show in Anaheim.  That show is where everyone in the music business converges at the Anaheim Convention Center to show off all their latest goods -- and by goods, I mean products.  Anyway...  I was in a thrift store the other day and heard Steve Perry's "Foolish Heart."  It always amazes me what great music you can hear at places like that or drugstores like Walgreen's or CVS.  I've also heard some awesome '70s and '80s tunes in Michael's craft store, too.  You never know where you might catch excellent tunes while doing a bit of leisurely shopping.

So, I had to write about "Foolish Heart," which was released in 1984.  I didn't realize it was in the first half of the decade, but nevertheless, it is another timeless classic.  I hadn't paid much attention to the lyrics over the years.  I just remember, "Foolish heart, hear me calling...stop before, you start falling."  Then, I thought the lyrics went on to say, "foolish heart, hear my worries..." but it is actually, "foolish heart, heed my warning."  Ah, yes--sometimes we make up the most interesting lyrics in our minds...  Alas, I read some background information about the song, and it is about a man who wants to be in a relationship but is a bit hesitant, because he doesn't want his heart broken.  Makes perfect sense to me.  Regardless of the scenario, I am simply in love with Steve Perry's voice.  It is like magic.  Nothing else compares.  His voice has such beauty, intensity, control, and character.  He could sing about taking out the garbage or raking leaves or something, and it would be amazing.  The video is also very simple, which is terrific.  It lets you really focus on the beauty of Steve's voice and the pure, delicate sentiment of the song.  Very fitting as we approach Valentine's Day.  Hope you enjoy this Steve Perry classic!