Please Help Me, I'm Falling

Hank Locklin, Skeeter Davis

About Please Help Me, I'm Falling

"Please Help Me, I'm Falling" is a 1960 song written by Don Robertson and Hal Blair and first recorded by Hank Locklin. The single was Locklin's most successful recording and was his second number one on the country charts. "Please Help Me, I'm Falling" spent fourteen weeks at the top spot and spent nine months on the country chart and crossed over to the Hot 100 peaking at number eight.


Year:
1960
2:23
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Please help me, I'm falling
In love with you
Close the door to temptation
Don't let me walk through.
Turn away from me, darling 
I'm begging you to
Please help me, I'm falling
In love with you

I belong to another
Whose arms have grown cold
But I promised forever
To have and to hold
I can never be free, dear
But when I'm with you
I know that I'm losing
The will to be true
Please help me, I'm falling
And that would be sin
Close the door to temptation
Don't let me walk in
For I mustn't want you
But, darling, I do 
Please help me, I'm falling
In love with you

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Hank Locklin

Lawrence Hankins Locklin (February 15, 1918–March 8, 2009), better known as Hank Locklin, was an American country music singer-songwriter. A member of the Grand Ole Opry for nearly 50 years, Locklin had a long recording career with RCA Victor and scored big with the hits, "Please Help Me, I'm Falling", "Send Me the Pillow That You Dream On" and "Geisha Girl" from 1957–60. His singles charted from 1949–71. more »

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Written by: DON ROBERTSON, HAL BLAIR

Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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10 facts about this song

Composition
The song "Please Help Me, I'm Falling" was written by Don Robertson and Hal Blair.
Chart Success
It was a major hit for Hank Locklin, reaching number one on the Billboard country singles chart in 1960 where it stayed for an impressive 14 weeks.
Crossover Popularity
While it is a country song, it was successful across other genres too and peaked at No.8 on the pop chart.
Signature Song
"Please Help Me, I'm Falling" became Hank Locklin's signature song and is one of the tracks he is best known for.
Cover Versions
Over the years, the song has been covered by numerous artists, including Janie Fricke, Kitty Wells, Dolly Parton, and Loretta Lynn.
Language Translations
"Please Help Me, I'm Falling" has been translated into several languages, demonstrating its global appeal and enduring popularity.
Answer Song
Shortly after the release of "Please Help Me, I'm Falling", another singer, Skeeter Davis, released a response song titled, "I'm Falling Too."
Film Appearance
Hank Locklin's version was featured in the 1989 movie "Next of Kin."
Album Title
The song also served as a title for Hank Locklin's album, further solidifying its prominence in his music career.
Country Music History
"Please Help Me, I'm Falling" is considered a classic in country music and is still frequently played on classic country radio stations today.

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