These Foolish Things
Rod Stewart · It Had to Be You: The Great American Song Book
An airline ticket to romantic places
And still my heart has wings
These foolish things remind me of you
A tinkling piano in the next apartment
Those stumbling words that told you what my heart meant
A fairgrounds painted swing
These foolish things remind me of you
You came, you saw and you conquered me
When you did that to me, I knew somehow this had to be
The winds of March that make my heart a dancer
A telephone that rings, but who's to answer
Or how the ghost of you clings
These foolish things remind me of you
The scent of smoldering leaves
The vail of steamers
Two lovers on their street
Who walk like dreamers
Or how the ghost of you clings
These foolish things remind me of you
How strange, how sweet, to find you still
These things are dear to me, they seem to bring you so near to me
The sigh of midnight trains in empty stations,
Silk stockings thrown aside, dance invitations
Or how the ghost of you clings
These foolish things remind me of you
These Foolish Things
Rod Stewart's rendition of 'These Foolish Things' captures the timeless melancholy of the classic songwriting tradition. Recorded on the album 'It Had to Be You: The Great American Song Book,' the track exemplifies Stewart's mastery of traditional pop and ballad styles. The recording reflects his ability to blend vocal warmth with a nuanced delivery that honors the original composition while asserting his own artistic identity. This work stands as a testament to his career's deep engagement with the Great American Song Book repertoire, showcasing a period where he prioritized lyrical depth and emotional resonance over rock-oriented experimentation. The song remains a significant song in his discography, illustrating his commitment to preserving and revitalizing standards that have defined popular music for decades.