William Francis created William Control because he was interested in making music that didn't match the style of his band Aiden. In 2008 William Control released its debut album Hate Culture which is, as explained in a Kerrang! magazine interview, the story of a man named William Control and his last night on Earth because he wishes to kill himself. Hate Culture peaked at No. 12 on the Billboard Electronic Albums chart and No. 43 on the Heatseekers chart. Its only single was "Beautiful Loser," for which a music video was made.
William Control toured with Escape the Fate on their This War Is Ours tour in late 2008. In 2009, William began working on Noir, which was released June 8, 2010. He invited his friends and fans to come up to the studio and record vocals on it, including Ashley Costello of Orange County rock band New Years Day and Jeffree Star. He then supported Jeffree Star on tour and headlined a show the day after.
In April and May 2012 William performed on the Fight to Unite Tour with Brokencyde and Blood on the Dance Floor, and in June he headlined the New Faith Tour in Europe, playing shows in the UK, Netherlands, and France. William will be performing in London at O2 Academy Islington on August 29, 2012, and it will be filmed for a DVD release.
Can't Help Falling in Love
William Control Lyrics
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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
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
The lyrics of William Control's "Can't Help Falling In Love" are a classic declaration of love in the face of reason and caution. The song opens with the words "Wise men say only fools rush in," highlighting the importance of taking things slow and considering the consequences of one's actions. However, despite these words of caution, the singer cannot help but fall in love with the person they are addressing. The lyrics suggest that the singer knows they should be more careful, but their heart seems to be ruling their head.
The singer then asks if they should stay with this person, despite the potential risks and consequences. This suggests that the object of their affection may not be easily accessible, perhaps because of external factors like distance or social status or personal anxiety. The question of whether staying would be a sin is left open-ended, leaving the listener to wonder what the singer is referring to specifically. However, it could be interpreted as an internal struggle between the singer's desires and their morals.
The latter half of the song uses the analogy of a river flowing to the sea to describe the inevitability of the singer's feelings for this person. Despite the twists and turns that a river may encounter, it will always end up at the ocean, just as the singer's feelings will always lead them to this person. The song ends with the singer asking the person to take their whole life, emphasizing the depth of their commitment and love.
Line by Line Meaning
Wise men say only fools rush in
According to conventional wisdom, only foolish people fall in love too quickly without being cautious.
But I can't help falling in love with you
Despite knowing the potential risks, I cannot resist my feelings of love for you.
Shall I stay?
I am considering the possibility of remaining in this relationship for an extended period.
Would it be a sin?
I am concerned that my overwhelming love for you may be immoral or unethical.
If I can't help falling in love with you
If my emotions do not allow me to control my love for you, then what can I do?
Like a river flows surely to the sea
Just as a river flows naturally and inevitably toward the sea, my love for you cannot be stopped or diverted.
Darling so it goes
This is the way things are, my dear, and there is little we can do to change it.
Some things are meant to be
Certain things in life are destined to happen, and our love may be one of those things.
Take my hand, take my whole life too
I am willing to commit my entire life to you, to share with you all that I have and all that I am.
For I can't help falling in love with you
Once again, I reiterate the fact that my love for you is uncontrollable and unshakable.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: George Weiss, Hugo Peretti, Luigi Creatore
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