Throughout the 70s and 80s, the group remained up with the times and occasionally crept ahead of them, such that they became influences themselves upon younger generations of R&B and hip-hop acts. By the time the group's popularity started to fizzle in the late 80s, a series of hits were left in the band's wake, ranging from greasy, funky workouts to smooth ballads to swinging synthesized tracks and more. Further separating Cameo from their forebears was the fact that they didn't have a diaper-clad guitarist. Instead, they had a codpiece-wearing lead vocalist in Larry Blackmon.
Today, the group's iconic single "Word Up", released in 1986 from the album of the same time, remains a radio staple. The U.S. Hot Dance Singles and U.S. Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Singles chart topper has also been famously covered by artists such as the hard rock band Gun and the alternative metal group Korn. Other popular Cameo singles include "Attack Me With Your Love", "Candy", "Freaky Dancin'","I Just Want To Be", and "Sparkle".
Can't Help Falling In Love
Cameo Lyrics
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As we live life we learn many many diferent things about ourselves
And there's one thing i've learned for sure
As our love has grown from day to day, year to year
I just can't help the way i feel about you
And with each second that passes by
I realize that, that is something tha could never change"
Wise man say only fools rush in
Share a nice day, would it be the same ?
But i can't help falling in love with you
Like a river flows, surely to the sea
Darling, don't you know
That some things, some things were meant to me
Darling take my hand
Take my whole life too
For i can't help falling in love with you
The lyrics of the song Can't Help Falling In Love by Cameo speak of the overwhelming feeling of love that the singer has for his partner, despite the many things that they have learned about themselves over the years. He admits that he just can't help the way he feels about her, no matter how much time passes by. The first verse in particular is a reflection on the changes that people go through as they live life and the lessons they learn about themselves. Despite these changes, the singer still finds himself deeply in love with his partner.
The second verse includes the iconic line "Wise men say only fools rush in, but I can't help falling in love with you," which acknowledges the risk of jumping into a relationship too quickly, but also the overwhelming power of falling in love. The metaphor of a river flowing to the sea symbolizes the inevitability of their love, that some things were just meant to be. In the final lines, the singer offers his whole life to his partner, acknowledging again how strong his love is.
Line by Line Meaning
Do you know girl?
I want to ask if you understand a truth that I have discovered.
As we live life we learn many many different things about ourselves
During our lifetime, we acquire knowledge of our own selves.
And there's one thing I've learned for sure
From all of this self-discovery, I have unequivocally discovered one truth.
As our love has grown from day to day, year to year
Over time, our love has matured and strengthened.
I just can't help the way I feel about you
My emotions towards you are beyond my control.
And with each second that passes by
Every moment that goes by intensifies these feelings.
I realize that, that is something that could never change
I understand that this intense feeling will never go away.
Wise man say only fools rush in
It is commonly said that it's unwise to rush into love.
But I can't help falling in love with you
Regardless of the wisdom, my love for you is too strong to resist.
Share a nice day, would it be the same?
I ponder if it's possible that if I didn't express my feelings, we would still have a nice day together.
But I can't help falling in love with you
Despite the uncertainty, I can't help but love you.
Like a river flows, surely to the sea
Much like how a river naturally flows to the sea, my love for you also flows naturally.
Darling, don't you know
My dear, please understand.
That some things, some things were meant to be
I believe that some things in life are destined to happen.
Darling take my hand
I'm inviting you to hold my hand.
Take my whole life too
I'm offering you my entire existence.
For I can't help falling in love with you
Because of my uncontrollable love for you.
Contributed by Hudson I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Luís Biavati
Essa versão é simplesmente a mais linda. É perfeita.
Eduardo Filho
Essa canção em 1983 era sucesso nas rádios do Brasil 👍🎶🎵📻
Rosana Costa
Foi trilha na novela Louco Amor em 1983...
Yourself @380
Tema da personagem da Beth Goulart com o Lauro Corona
claul100
Em 1980 também. Lembro porque tocava na cantina da minha escola no primeiro ano do segundo grau.
Eduardo Filho
@claul100 Versão do sucesso original de Elvis Presley... é mais antiga do que se parece..🎵🎶🎵☮️👍🏻👍🏻
claul100
@Eduardo Filho sim, que é Linda também, inclusive ele canta no filme Blue Hawaii.
Márcia Borges
Perfeição das perfeições essa versão 👏👏👏🎼👏👏👏👏👏🎼
Procurei muito essa música com essa versão hj que encontrei amooooo muito ❤️
jax44
Eu não curtia muito essa musica. Mas passei a escuta-la depois que esses caras gravaram. Ficou show de bola !
Vagner Valerio
Essa é a melhor versão desta linda canção ❤️🔥