Introduction:
“Suspicious Minds” is one of Elvis Presley’s most iconic songs, marking his major comeback in 1969. Written by songwriter Mark James, the song was inspired by James’ personal experience of a complicated love triangle, where feelings of mistrust and suspicion were central to the story. Elvis recorded the song at American Sound Studio in Memphis during sessions that also produced his album From Elvis in Memphis. This was shortly after his legendary 1968 “Comeback Special,” and the song became an essential part of his return to prominence.
The song was notable for its distinctive production, especially the use of a fade-out and fade-in effect during the ending. This feature, added in post-production by RCA producer Felton Jarvis, was initially controversial but became a hallmark of Elvis’ live performances of the song. Released on August 26, 1969, “Suspicious Minds” became Elvis’ first No. 1 hit in seven years, reaching the top of the Billboard Hot 100.
The song’s success is often credited to its emotional depth, capturing feelings of love, jealousy, and mistrust, making it resonate with audiences. It is also widely regarded as one of the songs that helped re-establish Elvis as a leading figure in popular music during the late 1960s.
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Lyrics:
“Suspicious Minds”
We’re caught in a trap
I can’t walk out
Because I love you too much babyWhy can’t you see
What you’re doing to me
When you don’t believe a word I say?We can’t go on together
With suspicious minds
And we can’t build our dreams
On suspicious mindsSo, if an old friend I know
Stops by to say hello
Would I still see suspicion in your eyes?Here we go again
Asking where I’ve been
You can’t see these tears are real
I’m crying
(Yes, I’m crying)We can’t go on together
With suspicious minds
And we can’t build our dreams
On suspicious mindsOh let our love survive
I’ll dry the tears from your eyes
Let’s don’t let a good thing die
When honey, you know I’ve never lied to youMmm yeah, yeah
We’re caught in a trap
I can’t walk out
Because I love you too much babyWhy can’t you see
What you’re doing to me
When you don’t believe a word I say?Oh, don’t you know
I’m caught in a trap
I can’t walk out
Because I love you too much babyOh, don’t you know
I’m caught in a trap
I can’t walk out
Because I love you too much babyOh, don’t you know
I’m caught in a trap
I can’t walk out
Because I love you too much babyOh, don’t you know
I’m caught in a trap
I can’t walk out
Because I love you too much babyOh, don’t you know
I’m caught in a trap
I can’t walk out
Because I love you too much babyOh, don’t you know
I’m caught in a trap
I can’t walk out
Because I love you too much babyOh, don’t you know
I’m caught in a trap