Gene Puerling and Don Shelton had originally formed part of the successful all-male vocal group, The Hi-Lo's, some years previously. The Singers Unlimited Group were originally formed to record for commercials in the USA, but as time progressed, they were persuaded to enter the recording studio to record a series of albums. On the recommendation of Oscar Peterson (who was also signed to the label at the time), they gained a contract with German label MPS. They recorded two albums in 1971, the first a cappella, the second with Peterson's then current trio.
The group produced 15 albums, of which arguably the most well-known is their Christmas Album (which was actually recorded before the group's association with MPS.) All of the 14 albums they recorded specifically for MPS (between the years 1971-1982) are collected in the 7 CD box set entitled Magic Voices.
Magic VoicesPuerling's Singers Unlimited arrangements earned him the reputation as one of the best vocal writers in the world. The renowned jazz-gospel vocal group Take 6 often gives credit to Puerling and the Singers Unlimted as innovators in the a cappella world, claiming that Take 6 "went to school" on Puerling's arrangements.
Puerling took advantage of cutting-edge multitracking techniques of German studio engineer Hans George Brunner-Schwer to create his advanced harmonic concepts and the group's signature sound. In the overdubbing process, baritone Puerling and tenor Shelton would often add two additional middle parts, after which all parts were "doubled" and "tripled." Creating these extra tracks created the fuller, richer sound of the group's recordings, and is now a common recording practice.
Len Dresslar (born 1924), bass of the Singers Unlimited, arguably best known as the voice of the Jolly Green Giant ("Ho, Ho, Ho!") for well over 40 years, as well as the voice behind countless other jingles from Chicago, passed away in 2005. He had also been the President of the Chicago branch of the American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (AFTRA) for several years in the mid to late eighties.
When I Fall in Love
Singers Unlimited Lyrics
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Or I'll never fall in love
In a restless world like this is
Love is ended before it's begun
And too many moonlight kisses
Seem to cool in the warmth of the sun
Or I'll never give my heart
And the moment I can feel that you feel that way too
Is when I fall in love with you
When I fall in love, it will be completely
Or I'll never give my heart
And the moment I can feel that you feel that way too
Is when I fall in love, when I fall in love with you
The lyrics to "When I Fall In Love" by Singers Unlimited convey the singer's desire for a love that is eternal and everlasting. The opening lines, "When I fall in love, it will be forever, or I'll never fall in love," express the singer's commitment to finding a love that is permanent and enduring. The lyrics suggest a level of caution and skepticism towards love, recognizing that in a restless and transient world, love often ends before it even begins. The line "And too many moonlight kisses seem to cool in the warmth of the sun" highlights the transient nature of romantic relationships and how they often fade away once the initial excitement wears off.
The second verse emphasizes the singer's determination to give their heart completely when they do eventually fall in love. They express their unwillingness to settle for anything less than a reciprocated and deep connection, with the lyrics stating, "And the moment I can feel that you feel that way too, is when I fall in love with you." It implies that love requires mutual understanding and agreement, highlighting the importance of both partners feeling the same depth of emotion.
Overall, the song carries a sense of longing and yearning for a love that is enduring, genuine, and reciprocated. It speaks to the human desire for a love that is fruitful and does not fade or perish over time.
Line by Line Meaning
When I fall in love, it will be forever
If I ever experience the feeling of love, it will be a lifelong commitment and not something temporary
Or I'll never fall in love
Alternatively, if I cannot find a love that lasts forever, then I will choose to never fall in love at all
In a restless world like this is
In a constantly changing and unsettled world like the one we live in
Love is ended before it's begun
Love often comes to an end before it even has a chance to fully develop
And too many moonlight kisses
And the countless romantic moments spent under the moonlight
Seem to cool in the warmth of the sun
Appear to lose their magical essence in the harsh reality of daytime
When I fall in love, it will be completely
If I ever do open my heart to love, it will be with total devotion and surrender
Or I'll never give my heart
Alternatively, if I cannot give my entire heart to someone, then I will choose to not give it at all
And the moment I can feel that you feel that way too
And the moment I sense that you share the same deep connection and commitment
Is when I fall in love with you
That is when I will truly experience falling in love, specifically with you
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Edward Heyman, Victor Young
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