Can't Stop Fallin' Into Love
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"Can't Stop Fallin' Into Love" is the title of a song recorded by American rock band Cheap Trick
which appeared on the album Busted
. It was written by lead singer Robin Zander
, guitarist Rick Nielson and bassist Tom Petersson
. The single was released in 1990 and peaked at #12 in the US. The single was an attempt to capitalize on the success of the similar style found on the band's previous album Lap of Luxury
. Epic Records were disappointed in the peak position of the record. This would be Cheap Trick's last single to peak into the top #40. The demo originally featured blues singer/songwriter Harvey Scales
on vocals.
Cheap Trick
Cheap Trick is an American rock band from Rockford, Illinois, formed in 1973. The band consists of members Robin Zander , Rick Nielsen , Tom Petersson , and Bun E...
which appeared on the album Busted
Busted (Cheap Trick album)
Busted is an album by Cheap Trick, which was released in 1990 and peaked at #44 on the US album charts. After the success of "The Flame" from the previous album Lap of Luxury, the band recorded Busted with a similar format, especially on the single "Can't Stop Fallin' Into Love." The single peaked...
. It was written by lead singer Robin Zander
Robin Zander
Robin Wayne Zander is the lead singer and rhythm guitarist for the rock band Cheap Trick.-Early life:Zander was born in Beloit, Wisconsin, the fourth of five children; he has two older brothers, and older and younger sisters....
, guitarist Rick Nielson and bassist Tom Petersson
Tom Petersson
Tom Petersson is an American musician, best known as the bassist and sometime guitarist for the rock band Cheap Trick.-Career:...
. The single was released in 1990 and peaked at #12 in the US. The single was an attempt to capitalize on the success of the similar style found on the band's previous album Lap of Luxury
Lap of Luxury
-Singles :* "The Flame/Through the Night" - #1 US, #77 UK. #2 Aus, #3 BB Mainstream Rock* "Don't Be Cruel/I Know What I Want" - #4 US, #77 UK, #8 BB Mainstream Rock, #13 Aus* "Ghost Town/Wrong Side of Love" - #33 US...
. Epic Records were disappointed in the peak position of the record. This would be Cheap Trick's last single to peak into the top #40. The demo originally featured blues singer/songwriter Harvey Scales
Harvey Scales
Harvey Scales is an American R&B singer, songwriter, and producer. Scales has been active in the music industry since the 1960s, and has composed songs for groups with a long standing history in the industry as well such as The Dells, The Dramatics, and The O'Jays...
on vocals.
Chart positions
Chart (1990) | Peak position |
---|---|
U.S. Billboard Hot 100 | 12 |
U.S. Billboard Hot Mainstream Rock Tracks | 4 |
Australian Singles Chart | 26 |
Canadian RPM Top Singles | 10 |