Introduction:
Elvis Presley, the undisputed King of Rock and Roll, ventured into the realm of blues with his rendition of “My Babe”. Released in 1969 as part of the album “From Elvis in Memphis”, the track marked a departure from the opulent orchestral arrangements that had characterized much of his 60s output. Instead, “My Babe” showcased a stripped-down, raw energy that harkened back to Presley’s roots in rhythm and blues.
The song, originally penned by Willie Dixon, was a blues standard that had been recorded by numerous artists. However, Presley’s interpretation brought a fresh intensity and authenticity to the material. Under the production helm of Felton Jarvis, a stripped-down arrangement allowed Presley’s powerful vocals and emotional delivery to take center stage. The result was a track that captured the essence of the blues while still bearing the unmistakable imprint of the King.
While “My Babe” did not achieve the same chart-topping success as some of Presley’s earlier hits, it garnered critical acclaim and is now considered a cornerstone of his blues-inflected repertoire. The song’s inclusion on the Grammy-winning album “From Elvis in Memphis” solidified its place in music history, and it continues to be a fan favorite and a testament to Presley’s enduring legacy as a versatile and influential artist.
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Lyrics:
“My Babe”
Well, my baby don’t stand no cheating, my babe
Well, my baby don’t stand no cheating, my babe
Well, my babe don’t stand no cheating
She don’t, she don’t, she don’t, oh, Lord
My babe, I know she loves me, my babeWell, now my babe, I know she loves me, my babe
Yeah, my baby, I know she loves me, my babe
Well, my baby, I know she loves me
She don’t do nothing but kiss and hug me
My babe, I know she loves me, my babeOh my, my baby
(Oh baby)
Oh my, my baby
(Oh baby)Oh my, my baby
(Oh baby)
Oh my, my babyWell, well, my babe, I know she loves
She don’t, she don’t, she don’t…
My babe, I know she loves me, my babeOh my, my baby
(Oh baby)
Oh my, my baby
(Oh baby)Oh my, my baby
(Oh baby)
Oh my, my babyWell, well, my babe, I know she loves
My babe, I know she loves me, my babeOh my, my baby
(Oh baby)
Oh my, my baby
(Oh baby)
Oh my, my baby