Introducing the sheet music for Elvis Presley’s “Can’t Help Falling In Love”. This emotive track, popularized by Presley in 1961, has its roots in the French song “Plaisir d’amour.” The genius behind the lyrics and composition are George Weiss, Hugo Peretti, and Luigi Creatore.
Song's Origins
Elvis recorded “Can’t Help Falling In Love” on March 23, 1961, at the renowned Radio Recorders studio in Hollywood.
This was specially curated for the movie “Blue Hawaii.” On October 1 that year, the song made its debut in the movie’s soundtrack and was later released as a single on November 22. Paired with “Rock-A-Hula Baby” on the B-side, the track quickly ascended the charts.
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It secured the second spot on the Billboard Hot 100 in the U.S. and topped the charts in the UK. Its immense popularity was further acknowledged with a gold record by the RIAA on March 30, 1962. The take used in the film, labeled the movie version, was the 23rd recording.
Presley revisited “Can’t Help Falling In Love” for the NBC-TV Special show, and this rendition made its way onto the album released on November 22, 1968.
From 1969 onwards, Elvis often chose this song to conclude his concerts, making it a staple in his stage performances.
