Elvis Presley – Got My Mojo Working

Introduction:

“Got My Mojo Working” is a blues song that originally gained fame through the legendary Muddy Waters, who released his version in 1957. However, Elvis Presley also recorded his rendition of the song in 1970, which was later released on his 1971 album “Love Letters from Elvis.” Presley’s version combines elements of blues and rock, highlighting his versatility as an artist and his ability to adapt songs

The original version of “Got My Mojo Working” was written by Preston Foster and became a blues standard after Muddy Waters recorded it, influencing the sound of many blues and rock musicians. The song itself revolves around the concept of having one’s “mojo” working — a term rooted in African-American folk beliefs, referring to a charm or magic spell believed to bring success or good fortune.

Elvis Presley recorded “Got My Mojo Working” in a session at RCA Studio B in Nashville, Tennessee, during a period when he was exploring a variety of musical styles and recording extensively. His version of the song appears as a part of a medley with “Keep Your Hands Off of It,” another blues tune, adding his own touch to these classic blues elements. The recording showcases Elvis’s ability to blend his rock and roll roots with the deep, rhythmic foundation of blues music.

The album “Love Letters from Elvis,” which includes this track, is a diverse collection that reflects Presley’s varied musical influences and interests at that point in his career. While not one of his most commercially successful albums, it offers a glimpse into the King of Rock and Roll’s ongoing exploration of different sounds and genres, affirming his status as a versatile performer.

Overall, Elvis’s take on “Got My Mojo Working” did not achieve the same iconic status as Muddy Waters’ version, but it demonstrates his respect for the blues tradition and his ability to reinterpret songs in a unique style that blended his rock and roll charisma with the gritty, emotive essence of the blues.

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Lyrics:

“Got My Mojo Working”

Hands off of her, she belongs to me
Mojo working don’t belong to you
Well, she’s mine all mine no matter what you do
Play it boys, play it boys

I got my mojo working but it just don’t work on you
I got my mojo working but it just don’t work on you
But you’re mine all mine no matter what you do

Let me tell you now
She’s long lean and lanky, sweet as she can be
Hands off of her, she belongs to me
Hands off of her’ don’t belong to you
Well she’s mine all mine no matter what you do

I got my mojo working but it just don’t work on you
I got my mojo working but it just don’t work on you
Well you’re mine all mine no matter what you do
Play it Jerry, play it ……..

No matter what you do, play it son

Well she’s long lean and lanky, sweet as she can be
Hands off of her unless you want to deal with me
I got my mojo working but it just don’t work on you
Well you’re mine all mine no matter what you do
Yeah!

I got my mojo workin’ I got my mojo workin’
I got my mojo working but it just don’t work on you
Well, you’re mine all mine no matter what you do
She’s long lean and lanky, sweet as she can be
Hands off of her, she belongs to me
Hands off of her’ don’t belong to you
Well you’re mine all mine no matter what you do
One more time!

Yeah!
I got my mojo working but it just don’t work on you
I got my mojo working but it just don’t work on you
Well, you’re mine all mine no matter what you do

Listen to me now
I said you’re long lean and lanky cute as you can be
Hands off of her unless you want deal with me
Get your hands off of her, she don’t belong to you
Well, you’re mine all mine no matter what you do
Yeah, I got my mojo workin’ I got my mojo workin’
I got my mojo workin’ I got my mojo workin’
I got my mojo working but it just don’t work on you