Can't Help Falling in Love

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About Can't Help Falling in Love

"Can't Help Falling in Love" is a 1961 song recorded by American singer Elvis Presley for the album Blue Hawaii (1961). It was written by Hugo Peretti, Luigi Creatore, and George David Weiss and published by Gladys Music, Inc. (The melody is based on "Plaisir d'amour", a popular French love song composed in 1784 by Jean-Paul-Égide Martini). The song was initially written for a woman as "Can't Help Falling in Love with Him", which explains the first and third line ending on "in" and "sin" rather than words rhyming with "you". "Can't Help Falling in Love" was featured in Presley's 1961 film Blue Hawaii. During the following four decades, it has been recorded by numerous other artists, including Bob Dylan on his 1973 album Dylan, Tom Smothers, Swedish pop group A-Teens, and the British reggae group UB40, whose 1993 version topped the U. S. and UK charts. 


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2002
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Wise men say
Only fools rush in
But I can't help falling in love with you

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?
But I can't help falling in love with you

As the river flows
gently to the sea
Darling, so we go
Some things were meant to be

Take my hand
Take my whole life too
But I can't help falling in love with you

As the river flows
gently to the sea
Darling so we go
Some things were meant to be

Take my hand
Take my whole life too
But I can't help falling in love with you

I can't help falling in love with you
I can't help falling in love with you
I can't help falling in love with you

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UB40

UB40 are a British reggae/pop band formed in 1978 in Birmingham, England. The band has placed more than 50 singles in the UK Singles Chart, and has also achieved considerable international success. The band has been nominated for the Grammy Award for Best Reggae Album four times, and in 1984, they were nominated for the Brit Award for Best British Group. One of the world's best-selling music artists, UB40 have sold over 70 million records. more »

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Written by: George Weiss, Hugo Peretti, Luigi Creatore

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Bob Dylan
Bob Dylan released his rendition of "Can't Help Falling in Love" in his album "Dylan," in 1973. - The album was less critically acclaimed, receiving mixed reviews from fans and critics. Despite the lukewarm reception, Dylan's rendition of "Can't Help Falling in Love" was considered one of the better songs on the album. - Interestingly, Dylan was inspired and influenced by Elvis Presley in his early career. His version of "Can't Help Falling in Love" was seen as a tribute to Presley. - Bob Dylan, a prolific songwriter, did not write this song, but he had a unique and distinct way of remaking popular songs, adding his own twist which is evident in his version of "Can't Help Falling in Love".
Elvis Presley
"Can't Help Falling in Love" is one of Elvis Presley's most recognizable and legendary songs. It was originally featured in his 1961 album "Blue Hawaii". - The song was also the closing track in the movie "Blue Hawaii," which starred Elvis Presley himself. The song was written by Hugo Peretti, Luigi Creatore, and George David Weiss specifically for this film. - The song reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 1962, where it remained for six weeks, becoming a signature song for Presley. - Elvis Presley's original recording of "Can't Help Falling in Love" has been covered numerous times by other artists. It is considered as one of the most romantic songs of all times and is frequently played at weddings.
UB40
UB40 covered "Can't Help Falling in Love" in their album "Promises and Lies," which was released in 1993. - Their version of the song was a huge success. It topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart and remained at the number one spot for seven weeks, even surpassing the success of Elvis Presley's original. - UB40’s version includes a unique reggae style, which breathed a fresh and unique take on the classic song, appealing to a whole new generation. - The song's popularity was further enhanced after being featured in the 1993 movie "Sliver," starring Sharon Stone and William Baldwin. - This version of the song is also often synonymous with the 90s, and is a staple at parties and weddings.

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