"(I Can't Help) Falling in Love with You" is a song originally written by Hugo Peretti, Luigi Creatore, and George David Weiss, and it was made famous by the band UB40 in 1993. The song tells the story of someone who is deeply in love and is unable to control or resist their feelings. The lyrics begin by referencing the saying, "Wise men say only fools rush in," which suggests that it is foolish to quickly fall in love. However, despite this cautionary advice, the singer admits that they can't help but fall in love with someone. The repetition of this line emphasizes the strong emotions that they are experiencing. The lyrics then pose the question, "Shall I stay, would it be a sin?" This line suggests that entering into a relationship could be seen as wrong, possibly due to external factors such as societal expectations or existing commitments. However, the singer still can't help but be drawn to this person and continues to fall in love with them. The following verses use imagery of a river flowing gently to the sea to symbolize the natural progression and inevitability of their love. The lyrics imply that their love is meant to be, that it is a force beyond their control. The chorus repeats the line, "I can't help falling in love with you," emphasizing the intensity and sincerity of their emotions. It showcases the singer's inability to resist their feelings and suggests that love is a powerful force, transcending reason and logic. Overall, "(I Can't Help) Falling in Love with You" tells a story of a person who falls deeply in love and feels unable to resist the pull towards their significant other. It expresses the idea that love can be both a captivating and uncontrollable force in our lives.
