Having sold over 90 million albums worldwide has earned them a place on the list of best-selling music artists, where they are ranked as the seventh best selling American band of all time
Rolling Stone has described them as "innovative, precise yet sensual, calculated yet galvanizing" and has also declared that the band "changed the sound of black pop".
In 1998, they were ranked at number 60 on VH1's list of the 100 Greatest Artists of Rock N' Roll.
Fall In Love With Me
Earth Wind & Fire Lyrics
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Is too deep to be played on
Down the line, you'd find
Time would reveal who to count on
I'm well inclined to use the lines
That comes from the learning tree
Let the seed that grows, and ages old
Give us our destiny
Baby, you know, I could pick you up
Turn your life around
If you fall in love with me
I would build you up, never let you down
If you fall in love with me
If you're having second thoughts from the past
I can cool you out
I've been there before, right down to the core
I can sing and shout
I can't hold back what I feel
I bring experience
I'll be your rock when Gibraltar falls
Baby, give me a cause
Baby, you know, I could pick you up
Turn your life around
If you fall in love with me
I would build you up, never let you down
If you fall in love with me
Baby, in love with me, find yourself a part of me
Baby, in love with me, help yourself to all of me
I've got your number and I wanna shout
I dig you baby, come and check me out
The lyrics of Earth Wind & Fire's song Fall In Love With Me are about a man who is confident in his ability to love and uplift a woman who falls in love with him. He knows that love is a serious matter and cannot be played with. As time passes, it becomes clear who can be relied on and who cannot. The man is well-versed in the art of romance and is like a seed that grows and ages to give the couple a bright destiny. He promises to be the woman's rock when everything else falls apart.
The man is also aware of the woman's fears and reservations about love, especially if she has been hurt in the past. He reassures her that he can handle her doubts and will support her every step of the way. He has experienced heartbreak before and has learned valuable lessons from it that he can use to strengthen his relationship with her. The man is passionate in his desire to love the woman and build her up. He encourages her to take a chance on him and become a part of him.
Overall, the song Fall In Love With Me is a declaration of love and commitment from a man who is sure of himself and ready to embark on a journey of love with the right woman.
Line by Line Meaning
I can tell you that love
Love is not an emotion to be taken lightly or with little thought
Is too deep to be played on
Love cannot be experimented with like a game
Down the line, you'd find
Over time, one will know whom they can truly rely on
Time would reveal who to count on
Experience shows who one can trust
I'm well inclined to use the lines
I am inclined to utilize the wisdom I have gained over time
That comes from the learning tree
The knowledge that comes from life's teachings
Let the seed that grows, and ages old
Allow time to pass for the seed to grow and mature
Give us our destiny
The growth and development of love will ultimately determine the future
Baby, you know, I could pick you up
I can change your life for the better
Turn your life around
Transform your life completely for the better
If you fall in love with me
However, this transformation is dependent on love being present
I would build you up, never let you down
I will always be there to support and encourage you
If you're having second thoughts from the past
If you are hesitant due to past experiences
I can cool you out
I can help calm your fears and worries
I've been there before, right down to the core
I have also experienced those same feelings deeply
I can sing and shout
I will be your biggest supporter
I can't hold back what I feel
I cannot keep my feelings to myself any longer
I bring experience
I have lived and learned from my experiences
I'll be your rock when Gibraltar falls
I will be your unwavering support system
Baby, give me a cause
Give me a reason to commit to you fully
Baby, in love with me, find yourself a part of me
Falling in love with me means becoming a part of who I am
Baby, in love with me, help yourself to all of me
In loving me, give yourself permission to explore all that I am
I've got your number and I wanna shout
I understand you and your needs
I dig you baby, come and check me out
I am attracted to you and want you to explore what I have to offer
Lyrics © MUSIC SALES CORPORATION, BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave
Written by: WANDA VAUGHN, WANDA LOUISE VAUGHN, WAYNE VAUGHN, MAURICE WHITE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@nycsongman9758
Then and now (and before), getting airplay was/ is a constant, bare-knuckled, and bloody fight.
It was around this time that, as I understand it, Columbia (EW&F's long-time label) was cutting back on "independent", boots-on-the-ground, promotion, to which Maurice reportedly protested, saying, rightfully, that "this is my one and only career !"
Music was also changing (again) at that point; overnight, if that first single didn't hit big, the promo funds, even for known acts, started drying up.
By this time, White had been on the road close to 20 years; he was a full-time, working studio owner, mega-band leader, a label owner (Deniece Williams, The Emotions), and was exhausted, and more than a little fed up.
One final note: Let's face it, the ever-fickle public gets somewhat tired of a particular "sound"; it's happened to all of the greats.
P.S.: Lol Read White's fine autobio, "Maurice White, My Life With Earth, Wind, and Fire", where he chronicles his trek from Memphis, to Chicago, to immortality.
@MiguelGarcia-et2tz
I can tell you that love
Is too deep to be played on
Down the line, you'd find
Time would reveal who to count on
I'm well inclined to use the lines
That comes from the learning tree
Let the seed that grows, and ages old
Give us our destiny
Baby, you know, I could pick you up
Turn your life around
If you fall in love with me
I would build you up, never let you down
If you fall in love with me
If you're having second thoughts from the past
I can cool you out
I've been there before, right down to the core
I can sing and shout
I can't hold back what I feel
I bring experience
I'll be your rock when Gibraltar falls
Baby, give me a cause
Baby, you know, I could pick you up
Turn your life around
If you fall in love with me
I would build you up, never let you down
If you fall in love with me
Baby, in love with me, find yourself a part of me
Baby, in love with me, help yourself to all of me
I've got your number and I wanna shout
I dig you baby, come and check me out
@errolthomas9426
We lost Maurice White three years ago but at least he still leaves behind a legacy for us to cherish
@seasonedveteran3517
If you look closely, he's in your heart and mind.
#Gratitude🙂🎶
@gunslingah2
🖤🎶🎶
@williambeckham3014
With all respect,,,I haven't lost Mr.M.White,,,never will..Now as far as this song,,,all I will text gorgeous now is..
LARRY DUNN.🎉
@williambeckham3014
I never texted the word " gorgeous"thats why I'll be done with this soon also.
@nemojoly7561
This is by far the one track out of countless tracks that he produced and arranged and sang, that captures his vocal prowess. Oh such soulful depth and richness , one cant help but to become transfixed by his vocals, I will miss you dearly old freind and the world will miss your sound. Thankyou for the time you spent so well with us. Love you Maurice.
@jean-erictateia3273
i couldn't say better than this ,Nemo ,you're absolutely RIGHT ,it' s the truth...
@markdavis6835
I love EW& F. Since a kid to adult appreciate GREAT music. Not even close today
@Love-is-action
This is what it means to do a song perfectly
@aprilblack1377
TIMELESS