Introduction:
“So Glad You’re Mine” by Elvis Presley is a blues-infused track that was recorded in January 1956 and later released on his second studio album, Elvis (1956). The song is a cover of Arthur “Big Boy” Crudup’s original, written in 1946, and it represents Presley’s early rock ‘n’ roll influences. Crudup was an important figure in the blues genre and greatly inspired Presley. Elvis, who had previously covered Crudup’s “That’s All Right,” brought his own distinct style to “So Glad You’re Mine,” combining elements of blues with his signature rockabilly sound.
Presley’s version retains much of the original bluesy feel but adds a more energetic rhythm and prominent guitar backing, showcasing his musical versatility. This recording took place during a productive session in 1956, where Presley laid down some of his most iconic early tracks, such as “Rip It Up” and “Love Me.” The song highlights Presley’s ability to blend rhythm and blues with the emerging rock ‘n’ roll style, a fusion that would define much of his early career and contribute to his status as the “King of Rock and Roll.”
“So Glad You’re Mine” stands out as a testament to Presley’s roots in blues music and his admiration for African-American musicians like Crudup, who had a significant influence on his sound. Despite its relatively understated position in Presley’s vast catalog, the song is a crucial piece in understanding his musical evolution during the mid-1950s. It reflects his early experimentation with blending genres that would eventually shape the sound of popular music for decades.
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Lyrics:
“So Glad You’re Mine”
My baby’s long and tall,
She’s like a cannonball.
Say, everytime she loves me,
Lordly, you can hear me squall.
She cried, Ooo-wee.
I believe I’ll change my mind.
She said, “I’m so glad I’m living”.
I cried, “I’m so glad you’re mine”.My baby knows just how
To treat me right.
Gives me plenty loving
Morning, noon, and night.
She cried, Ooo-wee.
I believe I’ll change my mind.
She said, “I’m so glad I’m living”.
I cried, “I’m so glad you’re mine”.When my baby does what she does to me,
I climb the highest mountain,
Dive in the deepest sea.
She cried, Ooo-wee.
I believe I’ll change my mind.
She said, “I’m so glad I’m living”.
I cried, “I’m so glad you’re mine”.My baby’s lips are red
And sweet like wine,
And when she kisses me,
I get high every time.
She cried, Oo-wee.
I believe I’ll change my mind.
She said, “I’m so glad I’m living”.
I cried, “I’m so glad you’re mine”.