Elvis Presley – Let’s Have A Party

Introduction:

“(Let’s Have A) Party” by Elvis Presley was recorded on January 15, 1957, at the Paramount Scoring Stage in Hollywood, California. Written by Jessie Mae Robinson, the song was originally included in the soundtrack for Presley’s second film, Loving You, released in June 1957. The track became well-known for its lively rockabilly sound, which suited the emerging rock ‘n’ roll scene of the late 1950s.

Presley’s recording of the song features contributions from some of his iconic band members. Scotty Moore provided the guitar work, Bill Black played bass, and D.J. Fontana handled the drums. The song also featured piano by Dudley Brooks and backing vocals by the Jordanaires, a gospel-influenced group that frequently collaborated with Presley during this period​.

Although “Let’s Have A Party” wasn’t initially a major single release for Presley, it became a popular favorite over time. It embodied the fun, energetic spirit of early rock ‘n’ roll and highlighted Elvis’s charismatic, rebellious style that captivated audiences. The song gained further recognition after being covered by other artists, notably rockabilly star Wanda Jackson, whose 1960 version reached the top of the charts.

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Lyrics:

“Let’s Have A Party”
(originally by Elvis Presley)

Some people like to rock
Some like to roll
Movin’ and a-groovin’
Gonna satisfy my soulLet’s have a party, oh oh
Let’s have a party
Oh send him to the store
Let’s buy some more
Let’s have a party tonight

I’ve never kissed a bear
I’ve never kissed a goon
But I can shake a chicken
In the middle of the room

Let’s have a party, ooh oh
Let’s have a party
Oh send him to the store
Let’s buy some more
Let’s have a party tonight

Well Honky Tonky Joe
Is knockin’ at the door
Bring him in and fill him up
And set him on the floor

Let’s have a party, ooh oh
Let’s have a party
Oh send him to the store
Let’s buy some more
Let’s have a party tonight

Now the meat is on the stove
The bread’s a-gettin’ hot
Everybody run
We got the possum in a pot

Let’s have a party, ooh
Let’s have a party
Oh send him to the store
Let’s buy some more
Let’s have a party tonight