Blue Suede Shoes
Elvis (Live) Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
Two for the show
Three to get ready
Now go, cat, go
But don't you
Step on my blue suede shoes
Well you can do anything
Well, you can knock me down
Step in my face
Slander my name all over the place
Well do anything that you want to do
But uh-uh, honey lay off of them shoes
And don't you step on my blue suede shoes
Well, you can do anything
But stay off of my blue suede shoes
Let's go, cat!
Ah, walk the dog
You can burn my house
Steal my car
Drink my liquor
From an old fruit jar
Well do anything that you want to do
But uh-uh, honey lay off of my shoes
And don't you
Step on my blue suede shoes
Well, you can do anything
But stay off of my blue suede shoes
Rock it
Yeah
Well, it's one for the money
Two for the show
Three to get ready
Now go, go, go!
But don't you
Step on my blue suede shoes
Well, you can do anything
But stay off of my blue suede shoes
Well, it's
Blue, blue
Blue suede shoes
Blue, blue
Blue suede shoes, yeah!
Blue, blue
Blue, suede shoes, baby
Blue, blue
Blue suede shoes
Well, you can do anything
But stay off of my blue suede shoes
The song "Blue Suede Shoes" by Elvis Presley is a classic rock and roll song that warns listeners to stay away from the singer's beloved blue suede shoes. The opening lines of the song - "one for the money, two for the show, three to get ready, now go, cat, go" - help set the tone for a fast-paced, energetic song that encourages the listener to dance.
The lyrics of the song express a clear message: the singer is willing to tolerate a lot of bad treatment, but stepping on his blue suede shoes is off-limits. The urgency in his voice emphasizes the importance of his shoes and the serious consequences if they were to be damaged. The repeated phrase "but stay off of my blue suede shoes" becomes a catchy and memorable hook that drives the song.
Overall, "Blue Suede Shoes" is a fun, upbeat song that captures the spirit of early rock and roll. The song is famous for its driving beat and Elvis's energetic performance, making it a classic that still resonates with audiences today.
Line by Line Meaning
Well, it's one for the money
The performance is beginning, and it's time to start rocking.
Two for the show
The crowd is here to be entertained, so let's give them a good show.
Three to get ready
It's time to get everything in order and prepare for a great performance.
Now go, cat, go
It's time to get things started and let the music take over.
But don't you
An important warning is about to be given.
Step on my blue suede shoes
Please don't damage my blue suede shoes - they're special to me.
Well you can do anything
Do whatever you want, as long as you avoid stepping on my shoes.
But stay off of my blue suede shoes
These shoes are important to me, so please be careful and avoid stepping on them.
Well, you can knock me down
I can take a beating and keep on going - nothing can stop me when I'm performing.
Step in my face
You can be as aggressive as you want, but I won't back down.
Slander my name all over the place
People may talk about me in a negative way, but I won't let it affect my performance.
Well do anything that you want to do
People can act however they please, but they should avoid damaging my shoes.
But uh-uh, honey lay off of them shoes
I'm serious - don't step on my beloved shoes!
Let's go, cat!
It's time to keep the momentum going and keep the crowd entertained.
Ah, walk the dog
Let's get the audience up and dancing.
You can burn my house
People can do whatever they want outside of the performance, but please don't harm me or my possessions.
Steal my car
I'm not attached to material things, so go ahead and take my possessions if you must. Just avoid my shoes, please!
Drink my liquor
People can enjoy themselves, but please don't overdo it and create a disturbance during the performance.
From an old fruit jar
I don't need anything fancy - just enjoy the music and have a good time without causing issues.
But uh-uh, honey lay off of my shoes
Despite anything else that may happen during the performance, please don't damage my shoes - they're irreplaceable.
And don't you
Remember the warning given earlier - it's serious!
Step on my blue suede shoes
Please be careful and avoid damaging my beloved blue suede shoes.
Rock it
This is an exciting moment - the music is really taking off and the audience is loving it!
Yeah
An expression of pleasure and excitement.
Well, it's one for the money
The performance is still going strong - let's keep it up!
Two for the show
The audience is loving the performance, and we should keep the energy high to keep them entertained.
Three to get ready
We've got to keep the momentum going and prepare for the big finish.
Now go, go, go!
Finish the performance strong and leave the audience feeling satisfied.
Blue, blue
These shoes are special to me because of their unique color - they stand out and make a statement!
Blue suede shoes
These shoes are one-of-a-kind and should be treated with respect.
Blue, blue
The shoes remain special and eye-catching throughout the performance.
Blue suede shoes, yeah!
These shoes are so awesome, they deserve their own shout-out!
Blue, blue
The shoes are a constant reminder of my unique style and personality.
Suede shoes, baby
These shoes are truly special and deserve the attention they've been getting.
Blue, blue
The shoes continue to catch the eye even after the performance is over.
Blue suede shoes
The shoes are irreplaceable and will always be associated with me and my unique style.
Well, you can do anything
People can act however they please outside of the performance, but please be respectful during the show.
But stay off of my blue suede shoes
The shoes are important to me and should be treated with care and respect - please don't damage them!
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Carl Perkins
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind