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Parachute Lyrics


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Whoa oh, whoa oh

Well I tried to fake it, baby I tried to break it
But that's some kind of spell you got over me
You're a heavenly vision, gonna make it my mission
Do whatever it takes to get you with me

Everywhere I go, yeah, no one else I know
That shines as bright as you in my telescope
I tried to let it fade but I can't get away
I really hope you're listening 'cause I never thought I would say-ay-ay

I can't help myself from falling in love
From falling in love with you, yeah
I can't help myself from taking the drug
From taking the drug, it's you, yeah

It happens every time, can't get you off my mind
And anybody else, better wait in line
I can't help myself from falling in love
From falling in love with you yeah

Every time you come calling, didn't think I'd be falling
Never thought it'd be you I would always need
Love was something to run from, I was always the last one
That everyone thought would be in this dream

Everywhere I go, yeah, no one else I know
That shines as bright as you in my telescope
I tried to let it fade but I can't get away
I really hope you're listening 'cause I never thought I would say-ay-ay

I can't help myself from falling in love
From falling in love with you, yeah
I can't help myself from taking the drug
From taking the drug, it's you, yeah

It happens every time, can't get you off my mind
And anybody else, better wait in line
I can't help myself from falling in love
From falling in love with you yeah

They told me son, you'll be addicted
You stole a kiss, and now I see it
You're in my veins, and I can feel it
Taking over me

I can't help myself from falling in love
From falling in love with you, yeah
I can't help myself from taking the drug
From taking the drug, it's you, yeah

It happens every time, can't get you off my mind
And anybody else, better wait in line




I can't help myself from falling in love
From falling in love with you yeah

Overall Meaning

The song "Can't Help" by Parachute is a love song about being helplessly in love with someone. The singer starts by admitting that they've tried to ignore or avoid their feelings, but they can't help being drawn to the person they love. The singer describes the object of their affection as a "heavenly vision" which they will do "whatever it takes to get...with me". Everywhere they go, they can't stop thinking about the person and it's as if they're addicted to them.


The second verse adds more depth to the story, as it reveals that the singer has had a change of heart about love. They used to be someone who avoided love or was always last in line for it, but now they've found someone who has completely changed their mind. The singer admits that love is a drug, and they can't help but fall for this person with whom they are in love with.


Overall, the song is about how the person whom one is in love with has a strong hold over them, and they are helpless to resist. It's an emotional and honest tribute to love at its most overpowering.


Line by Line Meaning

Whoa oh, whoa oh
The song starts with a vocalization that lacks any semantic meaning.


Well I tried to fake it, baby I tried to break it
The singer tried to pretend or force himself to stop feeling in a certain way, but failed.


But that's some kind of spell you got over me
The singer feels like he's under some sort of magical influence because he can't resist falling in love with the person he sings about.


You're a heavenly vision, gonna make it my mission
The person he's singing about is so beautiful that the singer is determined to do whatever it takes to win their heart.


Do whatever it takes to get you with me
The singer is willing to make any effort or take any risk to be with the person he loves.


Everywhere I go, yeah, no one else I know
The singer can't find anyone else who is as special and attractive as the person he sings about, no matter where he goes.


That shines as bright as you in my telescope
The person he loves is unique and outstanding, like a star that stands out in a telescope.


I tried to let it fade but I can't get away
The singer tried to forget about his feelings, but they are too strong and persistent to be ignored or dismissed.


I really hope you're listening 'cause I never thought I would say-ay-ay
The singer hopes the person he loves is aware of his feelings, and he's surprised that he's confessing his love so openly.


I can't help myself from falling in love
The singer has no control over his feelings and keeps falling deeper in love with the person he sings about.


From falling in love with you, yeah
The object of the singer's love and affection is the same person he's been talking about throughout the song.


From taking the drug, it's you, yeah
The person the singer is in love with is like a drug that he can't get enough of or resist.


It happens every time, can't get you off my mind
The singer keeps thinking about the person he loves, and he can't stop himself from doing so.


And anybody else, better wait in line
The singer is so focused on the person he loves that he's not interested in anyone else, and he advises others to be patient and wait for their turn.


They told me son, you'll be addicted
The singer was warned about the consequences of falling in love, but he didn't listen or couldn't help it.


You stole a kiss, and now I see it
The singer's addiction to love started with a single kiss, and now he's aware of the consequences of his actions.


You're in my veins, and I can feel it
The singer's passion for the person he loves is so strong that it feels like it's coursing through his veins, and he can't ignore it.




Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: WILLIAM CHARLES ANDERSON, RYAN TEDDER, OREN KLEINMAN

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

bruh

Whoa oh, whoa oh
Well I tried to fake it, baby I tried to break it
But that's some kind of spell you got over me
You're a heavenly vision, gonna make it my mission
Do whatever it takes to get you with me
Everywhere I go, yeah, no one else I know
That shines as bright as you in my telescope
I tried to let it fade but I can't get away
I really hope you're listening 'cause I never thought I would say-ay-ay
I can't help myself from falling in love
From falling in love with you, yeah
I can't help myself from taking the drug
From taking the drug, it's you, yeah
It happens every time, can't get you off my mind
And anybody else, better wait in line
I can't help myself from falling in love
From falling in love with you yeah
Every time you come calling, didn't think I'd be falling
Never thought it'd be you I would always need
Love was something to run from, I was always the last one
That everyone thought would be in this dream
Everywhere I go, yeah, no one else I know
That shines as bright as you in my telescope
I tried to let it fade but I can't get away
I really hope you're listening 'cause I never thought I would say-ay-ay
I can't help myself from falling in love
From falling in love with you, yeah
I can't help myself from taking the drug
From taking the drug, it's you, yeah
It happens every time, can't get you off my mind
And anybody else, better wait in line
I can't help myself from falling in love
From falling in love with you yeah
They told me son, you'll be addicted
You stole a kiss, and now I see it
You're in my veins, and I can feel it
Taking over me
I can't help myself from falling in love
From falling in love with you, yeah
I can't help myself from taking the drug
From taking the drug, it's you, yeah
It happens every time, can't get you off my mind
And anybody else, better wait in line
I can't help myself from falling in love
From falling in love with you yeah



All comments from YouTube:

Madzz128

Literally the most underrated song. I couldn’t even find the song when I searched it and this was like my song as a teenager.

samuel tambunan

this should have like 20 million views by now

so underrated.....

Nicole viper

This is still as catchy as on first listen, glad this made my classics playlist it deserves it

bruh

Whoa oh, whoa oh
Well I tried to fake it, baby I tried to break it
But that's some kind of spell you got over me
You're a heavenly vision, gonna make it my mission
Do whatever it takes to get you with me
Everywhere I go, yeah, no one else I know
That shines as bright as you in my telescope
I tried to let it fade but I can't get away
I really hope you're listening 'cause I never thought I would say-ay-ay
I can't help myself from falling in love
From falling in love with you, yeah
I can't help myself from taking the drug
From taking the drug, it's you, yeah
It happens every time, can't get you off my mind
And anybody else, better wait in line
I can't help myself from falling in love
From falling in love with you yeah
Every time you come calling, didn't think I'd be falling
Never thought it'd be you I would always need
Love was something to run from, I was always the last one
That everyone thought would be in this dream
Everywhere I go, yeah, no one else I know
That shines as bright as you in my telescope
I tried to let it fade but I can't get away
I really hope you're listening 'cause I never thought I would say-ay-ay
I can't help myself from falling in love
From falling in love with you, yeah
I can't help myself from taking the drug
From taking the drug, it's you, yeah
It happens every time, can't get you off my mind
And anybody else, better wait in line
I can't help myself from falling in love
From falling in love with you yeah
They told me son, you'll be addicted
You stole a kiss, and now I see it
You're in my veins, and I can feel it
Taking over me
I can't help myself from falling in love
From falling in love with you, yeah
I can't help myself from taking the drug
From taking the drug, it's you, yeah
It happens every time, can't get you off my mind
And anybody else, better wait in line
I can't help myself from falling in love
From falling in love with you yeah

trio1201

This song seriously needs more air time. It's really good

Dee

Parachute legit never disappoints. The song and the video are perfect!

Celina Gallegos

Saw them open up for Gavin Degraw last night. They are amazing. The sound was awesome and they got the whole audience pumped. I have nothing but good things to say about them. I'm officially a fan.

MICHAEL MERRITT

I Just heard a few songs and I AM HOOKED !!!!! THIS BAND IS THE MOST INCREDIBLE THING IVE EVER SEEN AND HEARD !!!! LEAD SINGERS VOICE IS KICK ASS !!!!! THE REST OF BAND IS KICK ASS !!!! I AM A FAN FOR LIFE !!!!!! THEIR SONGS ARE AND LYRICS ARE FANTASTIC !!!!! I JUST CANT GET OVER HOW GREAT THEY ARE !!!! MY HEAD IS SWIMMING ON THIS BAND !!!!!!

Fahad Hossain

+Michael Merritt They are great, although I think Ryan tedder deserves some credits for this one (he co-wrote this one)

Lola Bint

+Michael Merritt You should check out their new album! It's great as well :D

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