Introduction:
“Soldier Boy” is a heartfelt track by Elvis Presley, featured on his 1960 album Elvis Is Back!. This album marked Elvis’s return to the music scene following his two-year military service, during which he was stationed in Germany. Recorded on March 20, 1960, at RCA’s Studio B in Nashville, the song showcases Elvis’s vocal versatility, blending tender emotions with a smooth delivery. Its lyrics reflect the hopes and promises made to a soldier awaiting a reunion with his loved one, resonating with the post-war sentiments of the time.
The song was penned by David Jones and Theodore Williams Jr., and it features stellar instrumentation. Elvis himself played rhythm guitar, joined by his long-time collaborators, including Scotty Moore on lead guitar and The Jordanaires providing background vocals. This synergy contributed to the song’s timeless charm, complementing Elvis’s evocative vocal performance.
“Soldier Boy” is part of the broader narrative of Elvis Is Back!, an album celebrated for its blend of rock, blues, and ballads, reaffirming Elvis’s stature as a versatile and innovative artist. Its themes of love and devotion struck a chord with listeners, particularly during an era when soldiers and their families yearned for connection and hope.
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Lyrics:
“Soldier Boy”
Don’t you believe that she will be true
It’s written in the book
That she was meant for only youSoldier boy tell me why do you cry
When you return she’ll rush to your side
It’s written in the book
That she was meant for only youSo prove your love is true
She’ll be there to say “I do”
And if you go o’er sea or land
She’ll make you understandWhile you’re gone oh try to believe
Her love for you is really for real
It’s written in the book
That she was meant for only you
So prove your love is true
She’ll be there to say “I do”
And if you go o’er sea or land
She’ll make you understand
While you’re gone oh try to believe
Her love for you is really for real
It’s written in the book
That she was meant for only you