Introduction:
“How Do You Think I Feel” is a song recorded by Elvis Presley in 1956, featured on his second studio album, “Elvis,” released on October 19, 1956.
The song was written by country artists Webb Pierce and Wayne Walker.
Pierce, a prominent figure in country music, was known for his honky-tonk style and had numerous hits in the 1950s.
Walker was a respected songwriter and singer, contributing significantly to the country genre.
The song was first recorded by Red Sovine in 1954.
Elvis’s rendition was recorded on September 1, 1956, at Radio Recorders studio in Hollywood.
The recording session featured Scotty Moore on guitar, Bill Black on bass, D.J. Fontana on drums, Gordon Stoker on piano, and backing vocals by The Jordanaires.
“How Do You Think I Feel” showcases Elvis’s ability to blend country and rockabilly influences, a hallmark of his early sound.
The song’s lyrics express the emotional turmoil of unrequited love, a theme that resonated with many listeners during that era.
While not released as a single, the track contributed to the album’s success, which spent four weeks at number one on the Billboard Top Pop Albums chart in 1956.
This achievement made Elvis the first recording artist to have both his debut and sophomore albums reach number one in the same year.
The song has been appreciated for its straightforward lyrics and Elvis’s sincere delivery, reflecting the raw emotion that characterized much of his early work.
“How Do You Think I Feel” remains a testament to Elvis Presley’s versatility as an artist and his ability to interpret songs across different genres, leaving a lasting impact on the music industry.