Taking A Chance On Love
Rod Stewart · Great American Songbook 4 [2005]
I'm hearing trumpets blow again
All aglow again
Taking a chance on love
Here I sink again
I'm getting in the pink again
On the brink again
Taking a chance on love
This game I'm taking a crack at
Sure needs good love with me
And so I'm taking a whack at
Any black cat that I see
Things are mending now
I see a rainbow blending now
We'll have a happy ending now
Taking a chance on love
Take a chance
Oh yeah
I'm walkin' 'round with a horseshoe
And in clover I lie
While Mr. Rabbit, of course you
Better kiss your foot goodbye
Here I slip again
I'm gonna take that dip again
I've got my grip again
Taking a chance on love
And I'm on the ball again
I'm riding for a fall again
I'm gonna give my all again
Taking a chance on love
I thought that cards were a frame-up
That I never would try
But now I'm taking the game up
And the ace of hearts is high
Oh boy, I'm booked again
I'm in the swim and hooked again
This goose of mine is cooked again
Taking a chance on love
We'll have a happy ending now
Taking a chance on love
On love, ooh, on love
Taking A Chance On Love
Rod Stewart's rendition of 'Taking A Chance On Love' appears on his 2005 album Great American Songbook 4, continuing his celebrated exploration of classic standards. Known for his distinctive, emotive vocal style, Stewart has built a vast discography that bridges rock, pop, and traditional show tunes. This recording highlights his ability to reinterpret timeless compositions with a modern sensibility, fitting seamlessly into his extensive catalogue of covers. The track exemplifies the polished production and sophisticated arrangements characteristic of his later work, where he pays homage to the golden age of American songwriting. By selecting such enduring material, Stewart reinforces his status as a versatile interpreter capable of bringing fresh energy to established melodies while maintaining the emotional depth that has defined his career for decades.