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.
Come Along
Elvis Presley Lyrics
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Come along, come along, we're gonna hit St. Louis tonight
Spend your money looking at the chorus line
Spend your money, win it on the number 9
Take your sweetheart even though she's never been
If she's worried tell her that you always win
Come along, come along, there's a full moon shining bright
Come along, come along, you're gonna win a fortune tonight
Hear the whistle, lady luck's about to go
Is she smiling, maybe yes or maybe no
Now's the time when nights are filled with sweet romance
Don't be bashful step on up and take a chance
Come along, come along, there's a full moon shining bright
Come along, come along, we're gonna hit St. Louis tonight
Come along, come along, we're gonna win a fortune tonight
The lyrics begin with a call to action, inviting the listener to come along on a journey to St. Louis. The full moon shining bright creates an atmosphere of excitement and possibility. The song's lyrics suggest a night of gambling and entertainment at a casino, as the chorus line and number 9 are both mentioned. The lyrics encourage the listener to "spend your money," taking a chance on Lady Luck.
The second verse shifts the focus to the idea of sweet romance under the full moon. The listener is urged to not be bashful, and to take a chance on love. The chorus is repeated again, emphasizing the idea of coming along on this adventure to St. Louis where one can win a fortune.
Overall, the song's lyrics evoke a sense of adventure, excitement, and risk-taking. The full moon is a symbol of possibility and potential, and the lyrics suggest that by taking a chance, one can win big in both love and money.
Line by Line Meaning
Come along, come along, there's a full moon shining bright
Let's get going because there's a full moon that's shining very bright and we want to take advantage of it.
Come along, come along, we're gonna hit St. Louis tonight
We've got somewhere specific we want to go: St. Louis, and we plan to get there by tonight.
Spend your money looking at the chorus line
When we get to our destination, let's enjoy some entertainment and spend our money on the chorus line.
Spend your money, win it on the number 9
Let's also try our luck with gambling and put our money on number 9, which might be the winning number.
Take your sweetheart even though she's never been
Even if your significant other has never been to St. Louis, take them along for the adventure and make it a memorable experience.
If she's worried tell her that you always win
If your sweetheart is hesitant or anxious, reassure them that everything will be alright and that you always win.
Hear the whistle, lady luck's about to go
Listen for the whistle, which means that the lucky opportunity is approaching.
Is she smiling, maybe yes or maybe no
We're not sure if luck is on our side or not, but we're hoping for the best.
Now's the time when nights are filled with sweet romance
It's a perfect time for romance and love, and we should take advantage of it while we can.
Don't be bashful step on up and take a chance
Don't hesitate or be shy, take the chance when it comes your way and see what happens.
Come along, come along, you're gonna win a fortune tonight
If we keep our spirits high, take chances, and enjoy the entertainment, we're bound to win a fortune tonight.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: DAVID HESS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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