I Can't Help It

Bananarama

About I Can't Help It

"I Can't Help It" is a song written and recorded by English girl group Bananarama. It is included on their fourth studio album Wow! and was released as its third single except in the U. S., where it was the album's second single (following "I Heard a Rumour") and Australia, where it was the album's fourth single (after "I Want You Back"). The track was co-written and produced by the Stock Aitken Waterman (SAW) trio. The song is a disco-influenced pop tune similar to many hits produced by SAW during this time period The single peaked at number 20 in the UK singles chart, #27 on the Australian ARIA chart (where it was released in August 1988), and #47 on the U. S. Billboard Hot 100. A hit in nightclubs, "I Can't Help It" climbed to number seven on the U. S. Hot Dance Club Play chart. This is the final Bananarama single to feature Siobhan Fahey, who announced her departure shortly after its release. The photos on the record sleeve were taken by famous American photographer Herb Ritts. The record sleeves for "I Can't Help It" and "Love In The First Degree" were switched with each other for the UK and North American markets. 


Year:
1988
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Sugar's sweet but your kisses can't be beat 
Whatever you got, it's good enough for me 
Boys say (they say) I'm good enough to eat (manger) 
Whatever you want you got 'cause you knock me off my feet 

I'm hungry for your sweet love 
I need you here tonight 
I'm crazy, I'm burning up 

I can't help it 
I'm captivated by your honey 
I can't help it 
I'm captivated by your honey 

You've tasted honey, you've had the rest 
Well here I am, come on and try the best 
No chance (no chance) won't let you get away (no way) 
Whatever you need from me gonna let you get your way 

I'm waiting, can't get enough 
So move your body close 
I need you, I won't give up 

I can't help it 
I'm captivated by your honey 
I can't help it 
I'm captivated by your honey 

Move your body close tonight 
Move your body close tonight 
Move your body close tonight 
Move your body close tonight 

I'm hungry for your sweet love 
I need you here tonight 
I'm crazy, I'm burning up 

I can't help it 
I can't help it 
I can't help it 
I'm captivated by your honey 
I can't help it 
I'm captivated by your honey

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Bananarama

Bananarama are an English female pop band who have had success on the pop and dance charts since 1982. Rather than relying on harmony, the band generally sings in unison, as do their background vocalists. Although there have been line-up changes, the group enjoyed most success as a trio made up of lifelong friends Siobhan Fahey, Keren Woodward and Sara Dallin. In The 1980s, Bananarama were listed in the Guinness World Records as the all female group with the most chart entries in the world, a record which they still hold. Since 1992, Woodward and Dallin have continued Bananarama as a Duo. more »

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Written by: Keren Jane Woodward, Matthew James Aitken, Michael Stock, Pete Waterman, Sarah Dallin, Siobhan Maire Deirdre Stewart

Lyrics © A SIDE MUSIC LLC D/B/A MODERN WORKS MUSIC PUBLISHING, Universal Music Publishing Group, Downtown Music Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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11 facts about this song

Song Origin
"I Can't Help It" is a song by British girl group Bananarama from their fourth studio album "Wow!".
Release Date
The song was released in 1988 as the album's third single.
Chart Performance
It reached number 20 in the UK Singles Chart, making it the duo's eleventh top 20 hit.
Music Video
The music video for "I Can't Help It" was directed by Andy Morahan and featured the duo in a fairy-tale tea party scene with elements of Alice in Wonderland.
Lyrics
The lyrics, written by group members Sara Dallin and Keren Woodward, carry a message about refusing to accept the end of a romantic relationship.
Production
The song was produced by Stock Aitken Waterman; a British songwriting and record producing trio who had substantial success in the UK and across the world.
Remixed Versions
Several remix versions of "I Can't Help It" have been created, including an extended club mix and the 'Sleazesisters Anthem Mix'.
Album Success
The "Wow!" album, which contained "I Can't Help It," peaked at number 26 on the UK Albums Chart and went on to achieve Gold status.
Pop Culture
The song, along with Bananarama's unique style and sound, helped solidify their place as pop culture icons of the 80s.
Live Performances
Bananarama have included "I Can't Help It" in their setlists for several world tours.
Legacy
Over three decades later, "I Can't Help It" continues to be a beloved tune amongst fans of classic 80s pop music.

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