Walking in Memphis
Cher Lyrics

Put on my blue suede shoes
I got dressed to go to a place with music culture and history.

And I boarded the plane
I flew to my destination where I could explore music culture and history.

Touched down in the land of the Delta Blues
I arrived in Mississippi where Delta Blues music originated from the African American community.

In the middle of the pouring rain
Despite the bad weather, my excitement to explore the music culture keeps me warm.

W. C. Handy
A famous blues composer who inspired many musicians who followed.

Won't you look down over me
I hope W.C. Handy watches over me in the land he made famous.

Yeah I got a first class ticket
I arrived in style, but my emotions aren't so luxurious.

But I'm as blue as a girl can be
I'm feeling sad and disappointed despite my trip.

Then I'm walking in Memphis
I'm exploring the city and its music culture.

I was Walking with my feet ten feet off of Beale
I was so overwhelmed that I felt like I was floating while walking on Beale Street, an iconic street for blues music.

Walking in Memphis But do I really feel the way I feel
I'm questioning my emotions despite my excitement to explore music culture.

Saw the ghost of Elvis On Union Avenue
I witnessed a glimpse of the legacy of Elvis Presley, who is one of the greatest musicians in history.

Followed him up to the gates of Graceland
I went to the place where Elvis Presley lived, Graceland.

Then I watched him walk right through
I watched his legacy continue in spirit beyond his lifetime.

Now security they did not see him
Security personnel didn't notice the spirit of Elvis Presley, they were busy guarding his grave.

They just hovered around his tomb
They were busy protecting Elvis's grave instead of being aware of the spirit around.

But there's a pretty little thing Waiting for the King
A young girl is waiting for Elvis, who was like a king of music.

Down in the Jungle Room
The girl is waiting in the Jungle Room of Graceland, which was an extraordinary place to hang out in for Elvis.

They've got catfish on the table
I'm enjoying traditional food like catfish as a part of exploring the culture.

They've got gospel in the air
There's gospel music all around that made me feel the spirit of the church and the South.

And Reverend Green be glad to see you
Famous Reverend Al Green, known for soul music, would be happy to welcome me.

When you haven't got a prayer boy you're got a prayer in Memphis
I'm happy to find support, encouragement and spirituality in Memphis with something to hold on to even when real life hits me hard.

Now Gabriel plays piano Every Friday at the Hollywood
Gabriel, a pianist, performs every Friday night at Hollywood Cafe in Mississippi and is an important part of the blues history of the region.

And they brought me down to see him
I had the opportunity of watching one of the best musicians in town.

And they asked me if I would, Do a little number
The musicians at the party asked me to sing.

And I sang with all my might, he said, Tell me are you a Christian child?
I impressed the musician and he asked me about my faith and beliefs.

And I said That I am tonight
I declared my faith and beliefs inspired by the music that I was a part of at the moment.

Then I'm walking in Memphis
I'm experiencing more of the city's culture and music.

I was Walking with my feet ten feet off of Beale
I felt like I was floating while walking on Beale Street, which was now even more magical than before.

Walking in Memphis But do I really feel the way I feel
Despite certain questions, the joy and thrill of Memphis and its music culture still prevail.