Can't Help Falling In Love
Engelbert Humperdinck Lyrics


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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 be
Take my hand, take my whole life too
For 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 be
Take 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

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Engelbert Humperdinck's "Love Can Fly" are centered around the theme of love and the struggle that comes with it. The opening line says "Wise men say only fools rush in," which means that only foolish people fall in love quickly without getting to know the other person. It's a cautionary warning to take things slowly and not make decisions impulsively. However, the singer goes against this advice and admits to having fallen in love with someone, despite the risks.


The second verse goes on to ask if staying and continuing to love this person would be considered a sin. This line suggests that the love may be forbidden or frowned upon by others, but the singer cannot help their feelings. The chorus repeats the sentiment that the singer cannot help falling in love with this person, likening it to a river flowing towards the sea. The image of a river represents the natural course of things, and how some things are meant to be. The singer is accepting that their love is natural and meant to happen, even if it goes against conventional wisdom.


The bridge of the song brings a sense of commitment. The singer offers their whole life to this person and invites them to take their hand, emphasizing the depth of their love. The final chorus repeats the sentiment that the singer cannot help falling in love with this person, which indicates that this love is unwavering and sincere.


Line by Line Meaning

Wise men say only fools rush in
Many believe that only foolish people dive head-first into romantic relationships


But I can't help falling in love with you
Despite the disagreement with the above statement, I cannot help my feelings towards you


Shall I stay
Should I stick around


Would it be a sin
Is it morally wrong


If I can't help falling in love with you
If my feelings for you are beyond my control


Like a river flows surely to the sea
Just as a river naturally and inevitably flows to the ocean


Darling so it goes
Dearest, this is how life unfolds


Some things are meant to be
Certain things are destined to happen


Take my hand, take my whole life too
Take my presence and everything I have to offer


For I can't help falling in love with you
Because my love for you is beyond my control




Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Luigi Creatore, Hugo Peretti, George Weiss

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Engelbert Humperdinck

Duet featured on my new Sentiments EP - out now
Order the CD: https://bit.ly/eh-okgood
Stream/Download: https://lnk.to/Sentiments

Luis San Martin

The most greater singer alive on earth , touched by god with his voice! godspeed . Future Generation will sing your eternal songs

Karen Morin

I have your new Sentiments CD and I Absolutely Love it . Enge you have the most beautiful 🌹 voice I've ever heard Absolutely Stunning ❤️ And Janet Devlin has a beautiful 🌹 voice as well. Very pretty girl. Thank you Enge for your Version of this beautiful song 💞

Victoria D'Souza

What a rich voice you have Engelbert sir. Love your songs and pretty Janet's voice too. God bless you both.

Scrappydo1959 aka Lily Gonzalez

Wow, love you and your voice...have been a longtime fan but my 94 yr old mom who does not speak English adores you....my hubby surprised me with tickets to see you yrs ago here in Florida and I would love to take her to see you.......happy 2021 May it be filled with lots of health and peace. ❤️

Grand ma

Dear Mr. Humperdinck. My mother is a BIG fan. Her & I would listen to you sing while we did our chores around the house. I was about 10 years old...47 yrs ago. We still listen to you. Much love from Arizona 🇺🇸.

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Эрнесто Рамирес

Я очень часто слушаю эту песню. И как бережно Энгельберт поет с ней чтобы не заглушить своим сильным голосом её голос. Долгих лет вам Энгельберт и еще прекрасных песен на радость нам. Храни вас Господь!!!!!💖

M B

Люблю пение Хампердинка...но...эта песня очень выверенно технически спета. Душевность не чувствуется. Нет проникновенности. Хорошее двухголосье, ласкает слух, но не трогает 🙁

Shirley R. Jones

What a wonderful duet. From the senior legend to this very promising young singer.

Галина Беляева

Энгельберт! Ты великолепен всегда!!! Пусть так будет долго, долго, долгооооооо....!!!! Живиииииииии и радуй своих поклонников!!!!

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