Presley was born in Tupelo, Mississippi, and relocated to Memphis, Tennessee, with his family when he was 13 years old. His music career began there in 1954, recording at Sun Records with producer Sam Phillips, who wanted to bring the sound of African American music to a wider audience. Accompanied by guitarist Scotty Moore and bassist Bill Black, Presley was a pioneer of rockabilly, an uptempo, backbeat-driven fusion of country music and rhythm and blues. In 1955, drummer D. J. Fontana joined to complete the lineup of Presley's classic quartet and RCA Victor acquired his contract in a deal arranged by Colonel Tom Parker, who would manage the singer for more than two decades. Presley's first RCA single, "Heartbreak Hotel", was released in January 1956 and became a number one hit in the United States. With a series of successful network television appearances and chart-topping records, he became the leading figure of the newly popular sound of rock and roll. His energized interpretations of songs and sexually provocative performance style, combined with a singularly potent mix of influences across color lines during a transformative era in race relations, made him enormously popular—and controversial.
In November 1956, Presley made his film debut in Love Me Tender. Drafted into military service in 1958, Presley relaunched his recording career two years later with some of his most commercially successful work. He held few concerts however, and guided by Parker, proceeded to devote much of the 1960s to making Hollywood movies and soundtrack albums, most of them critically derided. In 1968, following a seven-year break from live performances, he returned to the stage in the acclaimed television comeback special Elvis, which led to an extended Las Vegas concert residency and a string of highly profitable tours. In 1973, Presley gave the first concert by a solo artist to be broadcast around the world, Aloha from Hawaii. Years of prescription drug abuse severely compromised his health, and he died suddenly in 1977 at his Graceland estate, just 42 years of age.
Presley is one of the most celebrated and influential musicians of the 20th century. Commercially successful in many genres, including pop, country, blues, and gospel, he is the best-selling solo artist in the history of recorded music. He won three competitive Grammys, received the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award at age 36, and has been inducted into multiple music halls of fame.
Because of Love
Elvis Presley Lyrics
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Every single thing I try to do.
You're always there to lend a helping hand, dear.
I love you most of all because you're you.
No matter what the world may say about me,
I know your love will always see me through.
I love you for the way you never doubt me.
No matter what may be the style or season,
I know your heart will always be true.
I love you for a hundred thousand reasons,
But most of all I love you 'cause you're you.
The lyrics of "I Love You Because" speaks to the depth of a relationship that transcends any form of external judgement. The singer expresses his love for his partner, primarily because they understand and support him in his endeavors. The fact that his partner offers a helping hand, as well as never doubting his abilities is essential to their relationship. It also suggests how necessary it is to have someone who believes in and supports one's dreams. The line "I know your love will always see me through" conveys how powerful love can be when it comes to helping one navigate through life's obstacles.
Furthermore, the song also underlines the importance of accepting and loving one's partner for who they are. The line "I love you most of all because you're you" emphasizes that the singer's love for his partner is not based on any specific physical attribute, wealth, or status. Instead, it's about loving and accepting their partner, flaws and all.
Line by Line Meaning
I love you because you understand dear
I appreciate you because you always understand me.
Every single thing I try to do.
You positively support me in everything I endeavor to do.
You're always there to lend a helping hand, dear.
I love you because you are always ready to offer help when I need it.
I love you most of all because you're you.
Above all, I love you because of who you are as a person.
No matter what the world may say about me,
Despite negative comments from the world about me,
I know your love will always see me through.
I am assured that your love will help me overcome any negativity.
I love you for the way you never doubt me.
I cherish you because you always believe in me.
But most of all I love you 'cause you're you.
However, my affection for you is mainly because of the individual you are.
No matter what may be the style or season,
Irrespective of the fashion or time of year,
I know your heart will always be true.
I am confident that your love will always be genuine and unwavering.
I love you for a hundred thousand reasons,
There are countless reasons why I treasure and admire you,
But most of all I love you 'cause you're you.
But the primary cause of my passion for you is who you are as a human being.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Leon Payne
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Federico
Because of love, I'm a hundred feet tall
I can bounce this world like a little old ball
The heaven and earth are now all mine
I've jumped to the moon from cloud number nine
Because, because, because, because of love
Because of love, I'm a mighty big man
I hold the sun in the palm of my hand
Just one leap I can cross the seas
Jump over mountains and fly over trees
Because, because, because, because of love
Well I found love, I found love
That's all that I can say
Oh I'll never, never, I'll never, never
Never let it get away
Because of love, I'm the happiest guy
And life is sweet as cherry cream pie
Well heaven and earth are now all mine
I've jumped to the moon from cloud number nine
Because, because, because, because of love
Because, because, because, because of love
PCT7
This song is the very first song I heard from the singer named Elvis Presley when I was two years old. It’s been 28 years since, and I will listen to him until the day I die.
Ruth Bashford
I've said it so many times before but have to say it again I love this man and I love his voice!
A.C. Bernardo
Me,too!❤❤❤❤❤
Mr Dewayne
I interpret this song as loving yourself not allowing others to have control over you mentally and emotionally, its a simply vibe song but to me it has a deeper meaning love this song its a very good song. My favorite lyric is Life as Sweet as Cherry Cream Pie
Jean Tracy
Oh my...yes....beautiful! There is something wonderful about this man! So smooth.....yes......love everything about him...smile, voice, looks....what.can I say...love him dearly!
May Win
I love the way he sings...
Federico
Because of love, I'm a hundred feet tall
I can bounce this world like a little old ball
The heaven and earth are now all mine
I've jumped to the moon from cloud number nine
Because, because, because, because of love
Because of love, I'm a mighty big man
I hold the sun in the palm of my hand
Just one leap I can cross the seas
Jump over mountains and fly over trees
Because, because, because, because of love
Well I found love, I found love
That's all that I can say
Oh I'll never, never, I'll never, never
Never let it get away
Because of love, I'm the happiest guy
And life is sweet as cherry cream pie
Well heaven and earth are now all mine
I've jumped to the moon from cloud number nine
Because, because, because, because of love
Because, because, because, because of love
James Busch
Beautiful song. I remember this from 1962. This was music.
Benoit Guy
Merci pour ce montage. Superbe!
linda walker
Que homem mais lindo esse Elvis Presley....deveria ter feito um papel de príncipe encantado 🤩❤😘