Introduction:
“I’ve Got a Thing About You Baby,” performed by Elvis Presley, is a mid-tempo love song originally penned by Tony Joe White. The track was recorded during Elvis’s July 1973 sessions at Stax Studios in Memphis, Tennessee, a period known for its soulful and rich musical contributions. This song was later released as a single in January 1974, with “Take Good Care of Her” as its B-side. It achieved notable commercial success, peaking at number 39 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and reaching number 4 on the Billboard Country chart.
The song showcases Elvis’s ability to merge country, soul, and pop elements seamlessly, a hallmark of his work during this era. The Stax sessions themselves were significant for Elvis, reflecting his desire to reconnect with his Memphis roots and explore a diverse range of musical styles. This period also marked his return to more heartfelt and intimate performances, as evidenced by the warm vocal delivery on this track.
“I’ve Got a Thing About You Baby” is celebrated for its laid-back groove and catchy melody, underscored by contributions from top-tier session musicians, including members of the Memphis Horns. The song is often remembered as a highlight of Elvis’s later career and a testament to his enduring charisma and vocal prowess.
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Lyrics:
“I’ve Got A Thing About You Baby”
That I think you ought to know
That my eyes are on you baby
Since a long time ago
And now I fin’ly got the nerve
And I’m gonna make my move
Now don’t you try to turn me off
Cause it’s gonna be hard to doI’ve got a thing about you baby
Ain’t nothing I can do
I’ve got a thing about you baby
A thing about lovin’ you
Ain’t it just like a woman
When she knows she’s got a man
She’ll wring you out and turn you ’bout
In the palm of her hand
And then she starts to thinkin’
Then maybe she’s put you in a blind
She’ll give you just a little lovin’
It’ll drive you out of your mind
I’ve got a thing about you baby
Ain’t nothing you can do
I’ve got a thing about you baby
A thing about lovin’ you