Sure to Fall

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About Sure to Fall

"Sure to Fall (in Love with You)" is a 1955 song written by Carl Perkins, Bill Cantrell, and Quinton Claunch. It was recorded by Carl Perkins in December 1955 and was planned for release as the follow-up to "Blue Suede Shoes". Carl and Jay Perkins were on vocals. The song was not issued, however, as a single on the Sun Records label at that time. A test pressing was made. Sam Phillips circulated dubs or acetates to local radio stations of the proposed single. The Sun catalogue number was 235 backed with Perkins' song "Tennessee" on the b-side. The Sun master numbers assigned to the two sides were U 177 and U 178. Liner notes for the Rhino Records release of Carl Perkins' Original Sun Greatest Hits, however, listed the single as being issued at the time as 235DJ, available to disc jockeys only. The songs were released, however, on the 1957 Sun LP Dance Album of Carl Perkins, 1225, re-released as Teen Beat; The Best of Carl Perkins in 1961. This album was also released in the UK on London as HA-S 2202 and is where the Beatles heard the songs. The song also appeared on Sun EP 115 released in 1961. Sun Records under Shelby Singleton did release a "Sure to Fall"/"Tennessee" single, Sun Golden Treasure Series, Sun 5, but it was in the late 1970s when the Carl Perkins 45s were re-released. 


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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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The Beatles were an English rock band formed in Liverpool in 1960. They became the most commercially successful and critically acclaimed act in the history of popular music. Their best-known lineup consisted of John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr. Rooted in skiffle and 1950s rock and roll, they later utilised several genres, ranging from pop ballads to psychedelic rock, often incorporating classical and other elements in innovative ways. In the early 1960s, their enormous popularity first emerged as "Beatlemania", but as their songwriting grew in sophistication, they came to be perceived by many fans and cultural observers as an embodiment of the ideals shared by the era's sociocultural revolutions. more »

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10 facts about this song

Original Creator
The song "Sure to Fall" was initially recorded and released by Carl Perkins in 1955. Perkins was a pioneering figure in rockabilly, a fusion genre of rock and roll and country music.
Influence on Beatles
"Sure to Fall" was one of the songs that greatly influenced The Beatles during their early career. The group admired Perkins's music, often incorporating his rockabilly style into their own sound.
BBC Sessions
The Beatles performed "Sure to Fall" four times for the BBC in 1963, demonstrating their affinity for Perkins's music. Their performances were included in the album "Live at the BBC."
Non-release on Studio Albums
Despite their obvious affection for the song, The Beatles never included "Sure to Fall" on any of their studio albums. The song was reserved for live performances and radio broadcasts.
Ringo Starr Solo Version
Ringo Starr, the drummer for The Beatles, recorded a version of "Sure to Fall" for his 1981 album "Stop and Smell the Roses."
Carl Perkins & Beatles Collaboration
In 1985, Carl Perkins recorded a version of "Sure to Fall" with Paul McCartney and George Harrison for a television special titled "Blue Suede Shoes: A Rockabilly Session."
Tribute to Original Song
The Beatles' version, while reflecting their unique style, still managed to stay true to the original by Carl Perkins. This is indicative of their respect for Perkins as a musician.
Influence on Rock Music
Both Carl Perkins's original version and The Beatles' reinvention of "Sure to Fall" have had a lasting impact on the rock music genre, contributing significantly to its evolution.
Lesser-Known Beatles Song
Despite its significance, "Sure to Fall" remains a lesser-known Beatles song. This is mainly because it was never included in their official studio releases.
McCartney's Favorite
Paul McCartney has often mentioned "Sure to Fall" as one of his favorite Carl Perkins songs. He has stated that the song's melody and lyrics uniquely touched him.

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