Falling in Love Again
Marlene Dietrich
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Falling in love again Never wanted to What am I to do? I can't help it Love's always been my game Play it how I may I was made that way I can't help it Men cluster to me like moths around a flame And if their wings burn, I know I'm not to blame Falling in love again Never wanted to What am I to do? I can't help it Men cluster to me like moths around a flame And if their wings burn, I know I'm not to blame Falling in love again Never wanted to What am I to do? I can't help it
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Written by: F. HOLLANDER, REG CONNELLY
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10 facts about this song
Song's Background"Falling in Love Again" is one of the most popular songs associated with Marlene Dietrich, a German-American actress, and singer.
- The song was originally composed for a German film, becoming a signature tune for the highly-acclaimed actress.
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CompositionThe song was composed by Friedrich Hollaender for the film "The Blue Angel" (Der blaue Engel) in 1930, in which Dietrich played the lead role of cabaret singer Lola Lola.
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Original LyricsThe song's original German lyrics were written by Robert Liebmann. The song was initially titled "Ich bin von Kopf bis Fuß auf Liebe eingestellt," which translates to "I am, from head to toe, ready for love."
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English VersionThe English lyrics for "Falling in Love Again" were written by Sammy Lerner.
- The English version of the song was not a direct translation of the German one; instead, it focused on encapsulating the same emotions and themes.
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Song Popularity"Falling in Love Again" is considered a staple of early 20th-century cinema and cabaret music.
- The song enhanced Marlene Dietrich's image as a woman of mystery and intrigue and became her trademark.
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PerformancesMarlene Dietrich performed "Falling in Love Again" in several of her films and concerts. The song became almost synonymous with her on-screen persona.
- Dietrich recorded several versions of the song, both in German and English.
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Cultural Impact"Falling in Love Again" has been covered by numerous artists over the years, including Billie Holiday, Doris Day, and Christina Aguilera.
- The song's timeless appeal has led to its inclusion in various film soundtracks and television shows.
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Marlene Dietrich's Singing CareerWhile best known as an actress, Dietrich had a prolific singing career. She recorded more than 1,000 songs in six different languages. "Falling in Love Again" is among her most successful hits.
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Confusion with the Artist "Marlene"Falling in Love Again" is often erroneously credited to the Japanese singer "Marlene," due to the commonality of their first names. However, the song was performed by Marlene Dietrich, not the Japanese artist.
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Lyrics InterpretationThe lyrics "Falling in Love Again, Can't Help It" are sometimes interpreted as a commentary on Dietrich’s own turbulent personal life, which was marked by numerous affairs and passionate relationships.
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