Sure to Fall (In Love With You)
The Beatles
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I'm sure to fall Fall in love I'm sure to fall in love with you You are so sweet And so near I'm sure to fall in love with you So hold me tight Let tonight be the night Darling, don't ever let me go Loving you Is the natural thing to do I want you for the rest of my life So hold me tight Let tonight be the night Darling, don't ever let me go Loving you Is the natural thing to do I want you for the rest of my life
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10 facts about this song
Song's Origin"Sure to Fall (In Love With You)" is not originally a Beatles composition but a cover song. It was initially performed by American rock and roll duo Carl Perkins and his brother Jay.
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The Beatles' ConnectionThe Beatles performed this song on BBC radio for the show "Pop Go The Beatles" in 1963. The band had a deep admiration for Carl Perkins and often included covers of his songs in their early gigs.
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Featuring Band MembersThe track showcases Paul McCartney on lead vocals and bass, John Lennon on rhythm guitar, George Harrison on lead guitar, and Ringo Starr on drums.
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Recording Sessions"Sure to Fall (In Love with You)" was performed four times in the Beatles' BBC Radio broadcasts. Of these, three renditions were issued over the years - on the "Live at the BBC" album (1994), on the "On Air - Live at the BBC Volume 2" album (2013), and on the "The Beatles Bootleg Recordings 1963" (2013).
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Unreleased Studio RecordingThe Beatles reportedly recorded a studio version of "Sure to Fall (In Love with You)" in January 1969 during the "Get Back/Let It Be" sessions, but this recording was never officially released.
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Song's PopularityDespite not being as well-known as many of the Beatles' original songs, "Sure to Fall (In Love With You)" has enjoyed a degree of cult popularity among fans due to its rarity and the band's passionate performance.
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Connection with Linda McCartneyIt's said that "Sure to Fall (In Love with You)" has a special significance for Paul McCartney, as it was the song he sang to Linda Eastman (later Linda McCartney) on the night they met.
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Other CoversBesides The Beatles, numerous artists, including Ricky Nelson and Johnny Rivers, have covered "Sure to Fall (In Love with You)" over the years, adding to its legacy.
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Musical StyleThe song is a prime example of the Beatles' rock and roll roots, featuring a blend of blues, country, and rockabilly elements characteristic of Perkins' style - a clear influence on the early Beatles' sound.
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Album AvailabilityThe Beatles' rendition of "Sure to Fall (In Love with You)" is currently available on albums "Live at the BBC" and "On Air - Live at the BBC Volume 2".
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