Introduction:
“Take Good Care of Her” is a song by Elvis Presley, released in 1974 as part of his album Good Times. The song was originally written by Ed Warren and Arthur Kent and had been previously recorded by other artists before Elvis brought his unique style to it. Elvis’s version was recorded on July 21, 1973, at the iconic Stax Studios in Memphis, Tennessee, a place known for its rich history in soul music.
The song falls into the pop and country genres, reflecting the era’s cross-genre blending in popular music. It features contributions from renowned musicians such as James Burton on guitar, Tommy Cogbill on bass, Ronnie Tutt on drums, and backing vocals by The Stamps Quartet, among others. The song’s production is notable for its lush arrangement, including strings and horn sections, which complement Elvis’s emotional and tender vocal delivery.
Good Times, the album containing “Take Good Care of Her,” was released on March 20, 1974, and showcases a mix of country, pop, and rhythm and blues influences. Although the album did not achieve the same level of commercial success as some of Elvis’s earlier works, it was appreciated for its mature sound and emotional depth, representing a reflective period in Elvis’s career during the 1970s
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Lyrics:
“Take Good Care Of Her”
Take good care of her, take good care of her
I suppose I ought to say congratulations
For you won the only girl I ever loved
But I hurt too much to face the situation
Just take good care of her, take good care of herJust to be around her was my greatest pleasure
She was everything my future held in store
So remember when you take my only treasure
Just take good care of her, take good care of herI must accept it, she loves you more than me
So with my broken heart I’ll bow out gracefully
Please don’t send me any wedding invitation
For I couldn’t bear to see her there with you
If she’s happy, that will be my consolation
Just take good care of her, take good care of herTake good care of her, take good care of her