He retired from performing in 1979. He had many famous hits including, "Kisses Don't Lie", "Are You Teasing Me", "Hey Joe", and many others.
In 2003, he was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame. He is probably best known for the recording of "Times A-Wastin'" with June Carter.
Slowly
Carl Smith Lyrics
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Slowly you're winning a heart that can be true
Now I can't hide my feelings no matter what I do
For slowly I'm falling more in love with you
More and more I need you and want you by my side
More and more I love you as each day passes by
My heart I know you're stealing I hope that you'll be true
But I'm falling more in love with you
(Slowly falling slowly falling slowly falling) more in love with you
Slowly I'm falling
(Slowly falling slowly falling slowly falling)
The lyrics of Carl Smith's song Slowly are a declaration of the singer's growing love for his significant other. He admits that he's slowly falling more in love with his partner and he can't hide his feelings anymore. He further goes on to say that his heart is being stolen and he hopes that his partner will be true to him. Although he is aware of the risk of being vulnerable, he is still willing to take the chance and love more deeply.
The singer's emotions are further revealed as he expresses his growing need and desire for his partner to be by his side. He emphasizes that with each passing day, he loves his partner more and more. The song's message is clear - the singer's heart is fully invested in his partner and he is falling deeper in love every day.
Line by Line Meaning
Slowly I'm falling more in love with you
I am gradually falling in love with you more and more with each passing day.
Slowly you're winning a heart that can be true
You are slowly winning over my heart and gaining my trust.
Now I can't hide my feelings no matter what I do
I am unable to keep my feelings for you hidden, no matter how hard I try.
For slowly I'm falling more in love with you
The more time I spend with you, the deeper my love for you becomes.
More and more I need you and want you by my side
I am increasingly dependent on and desire your presence in my life.
More and more I love you as each day passes by
My love for you grows stronger with each passing day.
My heart I know you're stealing I hope that you'll be true
I am aware that you have stolen my heart and I hope that your love for me is genuine.
But I'm falling more in love with you
Despite any doubts or fears, my love for you continues to grow and strengthen.
(Slowly falling slowly falling slowly falling) more in love with you
With each passing moment, my love for you is slowly but surely growing deeper and stronger.
Slowly I'm falling
I am gradually falling in love with you.
(Slowly falling slowly falling slowly falling)
With each passing moment, my love for you is slowly but surely growing deeper and stronger.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ADRIAN NICHOLAS MATTHEW THAWS
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