Elvis Presley
American · 20th century
American singer and cultural icon, known as the 'King of Rock and Roll,' whose song 'Can't Help Falling in Love' opens with 'Wise men say only fools rush in.'
Connection to Taylor Swift
His song 'Can't Help Falling in Love' is referenced as a possible allusion in The Albatross, with Taylor's 'Wise men once said' echoing Elvis's 'Wise men say.'
Notable Works
- Can't Help Falling in Love, Jailhouse Rock, Suspicious Minds, Hound Dog
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Context within the Archive
Can't Help Falling in Love
“Wise men once said”
Angela & Uncle Jerry note that the opening line 'Wise men once said' immediately echoes the Elvis Presley song 'Can't Help Falling in Love' ('Wise men say only fools rush in'). Uncle Jerry suggests this works well in the context of Taylor's relationship because the title of the Elvis song is 'Can't Help Falling in Love', she can't stop it, even though she characterizes herself as an ill omen.