"Follow My Heartbeat" is a song performed by Engelbert Humperdinck. The lyrics depict a person's strong desire for a romantic connection and their efforts to make it happen. The song starts with the singer throwing a penny in a wishing well and making a wish for themselves. They throw in another penny, hoping that it would increase the chances of their wish coming true. The singer then closes their eyes, concentrates, and sends their love to someone, expecting them to receive the message. The chorus encourages the person they are singing to, to come closer and follow their heart. Every step taken by the person is compared to a journey towards the end of the rainbow on a yellow brick road, symbolizing the pursuit of happiness and magic in their relationship. The singer reveals that they have the person's number in their roller-dex (a phone book with rotating contact cards) and has underlined their name in red. They express their hope that the person is feeling the love they are offering, giving them the "go ahead" to pursue a relationship. The chorus repeats, emphasizing the singer's request to follow their heartbeat and love. The repetition signifies the singer's commitment and determination to forge a connection and the importance they place on their feelings. In summary, "Follow My Heartbeat" is a love song about someone longing for a romantic relationship and urging the object of their affection to come closer and follow their heart in order to make a magical connection.
