About The Song
More than sixty years ago, the iconic King of Rock and Roll introduced one of the most enduring and timeless songs ever recorded. This masterpiece is none other than the emotionally charged love ballad, “Can’t Help Falling in Love.”
This poignant composition was created in conjunction with Elvis Presley’s 1961 film, Blue Hawaii, securing the second spot on the US Billboard Hot 100 and claiming the No. 1 position on the Adult Contemporary chart for an impressive six weeks. Across the pond, the song also achieved success on British charts, reigning supreme for four consecutive weeks.
Penned by Hugo Peretti, Luigi Creatore, and George David Weiss, “Can’t Help Falling in Love” weaves the narrative of a man powerless to resist the allure of love. The lyrics capture the sentiment: “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.”
Since its release, Presley graced countless audiences with live renditions of “Can’t Help Falling in Love.” From the 1968 “Comeback” special on NBC television to his 1969 Las Vegas performances at the International Hotel and countrywide tours until mid-1977, the song consistently served as a memorable closer.
On June 26, 1977, during what would be his final tour, Presley delivered his last concert at Market Square Arena in Indianapolis, captivating over 18,000 spectators. Amid a repertoire of hits, he concluded the show with the cherished fan favorite, “Can’t Help Falling in Love,” creating an indelible moment.
Renowned author Peter Guralnick, known for his two-volume biography of Elvis Presley titled “In Careless Love: The Unmaking of Elvis Presley,” vividly described the final act of that historic concert. Presley, expressing gratitude to the audience, immersed himself in the performance of “Can’t Help Falling in Love,” culminating in his trademark pose of humble adoration, combined with self-adoration that defines Elvis in any language.
Undoubtedly, this performance stands as an extraordinary piece of American music history, offering a poignant glimpse into the life of the man who forever changed the landscape of music. Witness Elvis Presley’s breathtaking rendition of “Can’t Help Falling in Love” in the video below.
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Lyrics
Let’s sing along with the 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 beTake my hand
Take my whole life, too
For I can’t help falling in love with youLike a river flows
Surely to the sea
Darling, so it goes
Some things are meant to beTake 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