Introduction:
Such a Night is a timeless rockabilly anthem by the King of Rock and Roll, Elvis Presley. Released in 1960 as part of his album Elvis Is Back!, the song quickly became a fan favorite, showcasing Presley’s raw vocal power and energetic performance.
Penned by Standard and Leiber, the songwriting duo responsible for numerous rock ‘n’ roll classics, “Such a Night” is a quintessential example of the genre. With its infectious rhythm, driving beat, and simple yet evocative lyrics, the song perfectly captures the spirit of youthful exuberance and romantic longing.
Produced by Steve Sholes and featuring the vocal harmonies of The Jordanaires, the track benefits from a crisp, clean production that allows Presley’s voice to take center stage. His performance is nothing short of electrifying, as he delivers the song with a raw intensity that is both captivating and compelling.
While “Such a Night” didn’t achieve the chart-topping success of some of Presley’s other singles, it has endured as a beloved classic, earning a place in the hearts of rock ‘n’ roll fans around the world. The song’s enduring popularity is a testament to its timeless appeal and Presley’s undeniable talent as a performer.
Over the years, “Such a Night” has been covered by numerous artists, further solidifying its status as a rock and roll standard. However, it is Presley’s original recording that remains the definitive version, capturing the essence of the song and the artist’s unique charisma.
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Lyrics:
“Such A Night”
It was a night oo-oo what a night
It was it really was such a night
The moon was bright oh how so bright
It was it really was such a night
The night was alight with stars above
Oo-oo when she kissed me
I had to fall in loveOh it was a kiss oo-oo what a kiss
It was it really was such a kiss
Oh how she could kiss oh what a kiss
It was it really was such a kiss
Just the thought of her lips
Sets me afire
I reminisce and I’m filled with desire
But I’d gave my heart to her in sweet surrender
How well I remember, I’ll always rememberOh, what a night oo-oo what a night
It was it really was such a night
Came the dawn and my heart and her love
And the night was gone
But I’ll never forget the kiss
The kiss in the moonlight
Oo-oo such a kiss, such a nightIt was a night oo-oo what a night
It was it really was such a night
Came the dawn and my heart and her love
And the night was gone
But I’ll never forget the kiss
The kiss in the moonlight
How well I remember, I’ll always rememberThat night oo-oo what a night
It was it really was such a night
When we kissed I had to fall in love
But I’d gave my heart to her in sweet surrender
How well I remember, I’ll always rememberOh that night oo-oo what a night
It was it really was such a night
When we kissed I had to fall in love
Well she’s gone, gone, gone
Yes she’s gone, gone, gone
Came the dawn, dawn, dawn
And my love was gone
But before that dawn
Yes before that dawn and before that dawn
Oo-oo, oo-oo, oo-oo, oo-oo, oo-oo
Such a night