Can't Help Falling in Love
Tuck & Patti 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
Ooh, 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 song "Can't Help Falling in Love" by Tuck & Patti is a beautiful rendition of the classic love song that has been covered by many artists since it was first released in 1961. The lyrics speak of an intense love that the singer cannot resist, despite the warnings of "wise men" who caution against rushing in too quickly. The singer acknowledges the potential consequences of their feelings, wondering if staying together would be perceived as a sin. However, they ultimately can't help giving in to their emotions and falling in love.


The opening lines of the song ("Wise men say only fools rush in") establish a sense of caution that many people can relate to when it comes to matters of the heart. The singer appears to be acknowledging the wisdom of this sentiment, suggesting that those who rush into relationships without thinking may be making a mistake. However, they quickly make it clear that, despite this advice, they still find themselves drawn to the person they are singing to. The repeated refrain of "I can't help falling in love with you" reinforces the idea that their feelings are beyond their control.


The metaphors throughout the song are powerful and poetic. The comparison of love to a river that flows towards the sea suggests a sense of inevitability that is both romantic and a little bit tragic. The idea that "some things are meant to be" implies that the singer sees their love as predestined, perhaps even fated. The final verse, in which the singer offers their "whole life" to the person they love, is incredibly moving and heartfelt, underscoring the depth of their feelings.


Overall, Tuck & Patti's version of "Can't Help Falling in Love" is a beautiful and emotional tribute to love and the power it holds over us. The lyrics are simple yet poignant, evoking a sense of longing and desire that many people can relate to.


Line by Line Meaning

Wise men say only fools rush in
According to what wise people say, only foolish people act impulsively in love.


But I can't help falling in love with you
Despite knowing this, I cannot control my feelings and falling in love with you.


Shall I stay
Should I continue to pursue this love?


Would it be a sin
Is it morally wrong for me to continue loving you?


If I can't help falling in love with you
If my feelings are beyond my control and I am deeply in love with you.


Like a river flows surely to the sea
Just like how a river flows inevitably towards the sea, my love for you is also inevitable.


Darling so it goes
This is how things happen, my dear.


Some things are meant to be
Some things are predestined to happen.


Take my hand, take my whole life too
Join me in this love and take everything I have along with it.


For I can't help falling in love with you
Because my heart is beyond my control and I am deeply in love with you.




Writer(s): GEORGE WEISS, LUIGI CREATORE, HUGO PERETTI

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