I Can't Help Myself

Eddie Rabbitt

About I Can't Help Myself

"I Can't Help Myself" is a song co-written and recorded by American country music artist Eddie Rabbitt. It was released in April 1977 as the first single from the album Rabbitt. The song reached number 2 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart. It was written by Rabbitt and Even Stevens.


Year:
1983
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Thought I was over you thought I could start anew
I got a new job, new friends on the other side of town
But here you are again just like a long lost friend
And when I touched your hand it started all over again
I can't help myself here comes that feeling
Just like a raging river rushing over me
No I can't help myself here I go falling
Head over heels falling for you again

Why does this heart of mine go crazy every time
When I know down deep inside you don't love me
But when you're standing there, wind blowing through your hair
Well I'm starting to make the same old mistake again
I can't help myself here comes that feeling
Just like a raging river rushing over me
No I can't help myself here I go falling
Head over heels falling for you again
Head over heels falling for you again

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Eddie Rabbitt

Edward Thomas "Eddie" Rabbitt (November 27, 1941 – May 7, 1998) was an American singer-songwriter and musician. His career began as a songwriter in the late 1960s, springboarding to a recording career after composing hits such as "Kentucky Rain" for Elvis Presley in 1970 and "Pure Love" for Ronnie Milsap in 1974. Later in the 1970s, Rabbitt helped to develop the crossover-influenced sound of country music prevalent in the 1980s with such hits as "Suspicions" and "Every Which Way but Loose." His duets "Friends and Lovers" and "You and I", with Juice Newton and Crystal Gayle respectively, later appeared on the soap operas Days of Our Lives and All My Children. more »

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Written by: EDDIE RABBITT, EVEN STEVENS

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12 facts about this song

Song Release
"I Can't Help Myself" was initially released in the year 1975.
Songwriter
Eddie Rabbitt is not just the performer but also the writer of the song "I Can't Help Myself."
Genre Classification
The song falls under the country-pop genre, a unique blend that was popularized in the 1970s.
Album Inclusion
"I Can't Help Myself" is part of Eddie Rabbitt's debut studio album, which is titled 'Eddie Rabbitt.'
Chart Ranking
This song managed to reach number 15 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart.
Musical Style
Eddie Rabbitt's "I Can't Help Myself" has touches of traditional country music but is also known for its catchy pop hooks.
Pop Culture
Although not one of his most well-known songs, it helped establish Eddie Rabbitt's expansive career in both the country and pop music industries.
Cover Versions
There are numerous cover versions of "I Can't Help Myself" by various artists throughout the years, showcasing its lasting appeal.
Song Theme
The song carries motifs of unrequited love and the inability to resist love's pull, which were common themes in country music at the time.
Musical Influence
Eddie Rabbitt's blend of country and pop in songs like "I Can't Help Myself" helped pave the way for future country crossover artists.
Discography
Before passing away in 1998, Eddie Rabbitt released over 20 albums and had more than 40 top 10 country hits. "I Can't Help Myself" was one of the songs that helped kickstart his successful career.
Personal Trivia
Eddie Rabbitt was also known for writing Elvis Presley's hit, "Kentucky Rain," before achieving his own success with songs like "I Can't Help Myself."

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