About the song
“Can’t Help Falling in Love” is a timeless classic that has touched hearts across generations. Written by Hugo Peretti, Luigi Creatore, and George David Weiss, this beautiful song was first released in 1961 as part of Elvis Presley’s “Blue Hawaii” album. The melody of this song is inspired by “Plaisir d’amour,” a cherished French love song composed in 1784 by Jean-Paul-Égide Martini. Originally, the song was written from a woman’s perspective, which explains the unique rhyming pattern that stands out from typical love songs.
Elvis Presley’s version of “Can’t Help Falling in Love” quickly became a major hit, topping the charts in the UK and earning Platinum status in the US for selling over a million copies. It reached No. 2 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and enjoyed significant success on the Adult Contemporary chart, where it held the top position for six weeks.
The song’s popularity did not end with its initial release. Over the decades, numerous artists have offered their renditions, including Perry Como, Doris Day, and modern performers like Kacey Musgraves. Its enduring appeal is reflected in its high ranking on Rolling Stone Magazine’s list of the greatest songs of all time, where it was placed at No. 403 in 2012.
Elvis frequently performed “Can’t Help Falling in Love” during his live shows, often using it as a grand finale. It was featured prominently in his 1968 NBC television special and the iconic 1973 “Aloha from Hawaii” broadcast. The song also appeared in various reissues of Elvis’s work and has been featured in modern compilations and remixes.
Interestingly, the song has become an anthem for several English football clubs and is notably the most popular choice for couples’ first dance at weddings, according to a 2020 survey. Its gentle melody and heartfelt lyrics continue to resonate with audiences of all ages, making “Can’t Help Falling in Love” a beloved piece of musical history.
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Lyrics
Wise men say
Only fools rush in
But I can’t help falling in love with you
Shall I stay?
Would it be a sin
If I can’t help falling in love with you?
Like a river flows
Surely to the sea
Darling, so it goes
Some things are meant to be
Take my hand
Take my whole life, too
For I can’t help falling in love with you
Like a river flows
Surely to the sea
Darling, so it goes
Some things are meant to be
Take my hand
Take my whole life, too
For I can’t help falling in love with you
For I can’t help falling in love with you