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.
Do You Know Who I Am?
Elvis Presley Lyrics
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Have you have any idea who I am?
Yes, it's been quite a while
And it's so good to see you again
It's so dark in this place
That I can't see your face; oh, I see
Does he know who I am
Do you know how I tried?
Have you any idea how I tried?
Not to keep you in sight
Do you know, darling, how much I cried?
I remember you said
That you had to forget about me and be free
But do you know who I am
Or have you forgot about me?
Do you think there's a chance
You and I could start over again?
Is there a prayer you still care
Or has it just been too long and we're through?
Well, what about you and him?
Oh, he's only a friend; well, I see
There's still a chance for me
Well, maybe some other time, in some other place
With our love in your heart and a smile on your face
You will know who I am
When that time comes, you'll know who I am
You will know who I am
When that time comes, you'll know who I am
And you will know who I am
When that time comes, you'll know who I am
The song "Do You Know Who I Am?" by Elvis Presley tells a story about two people who have lost touch with each other, but the singer is hoping to rekindle their relationship. The song starts with the singer asking if the other person recognizes who he is. He explains that it has been a long time since they have seen each other, and he is happy to be in their presence again.
The singer mentions that it is hard to see the other person, but he can make out their general shape. He asks if the other person's current partner knows about their history together. The second verse delves into the singer's emotions and how he tried to move on but couldn't, asking if the other person remembers how much he cried.
The song progresses as the singer asks if there is a chance for them to start over again, wondering if the other person still cares. As the conversation continues, he asks about the other person's current partner, but is relieved to hear that it is only a friendship. The song ends with the singer expressing hope for the future and that someday, the other person will recognize who he is and what they used to mean to each other.
Overall, the song is a plea for a second chance at love, sung with melancholy and sentimentality. It's a song about missed opportunities and the yearning for a relationship that was lost.
Line by Line Meaning
Do you know who I am?
Have you ever realized who I am?
Have you have any idea who I am?
Do you even have an inkling of my identity?
Yes, it's been quite a while
Yeah, it's been a long time.
And it's so good to see you again
I am delighted to meet you after so long!
It's so dark in this place
The atmosphere of this place is shrouded in darkness.
That I can't see your face; oh, I see
The darkness in this place obscures your identity, but now I can see you.
Does he know who I am
Does this person recognize me?
And what once was between you and me?
Does he remember our past relationship?
Do you know how I tried?
Do you understand the effort I put in?
Have you any idea how I tried?
Do you have any clue about my attempts?
Not to keep you in sight
I didn't want to hold you back.
Do you know, darling, how much I cried?
Do you have any idea about the tears I shed for you?
I remember you said
I recollect what you told me.
That you had to forget about me and be free
You had mentioned that you need to move on and forget about me.
But do you know who I am
Do you remember me or recognize me now?
Or have you forgot about me?
Have you completely erased me from your memory?
Do you think there's a chance
Do you believe that we still have an opportunity?
You and I could start over again?
Can we begin anew and give our relationship another shot?
Is there a prayer you still care
Do you have any desire or hope for us?
Or has it just been too long and we're through?
Has it been too much time, and our relationship has run its course?
Well, what about you and him?
What's your status with your current partner?
Oh, he's only a friend; well, I see
Oh, he's just a companion, now I get it.
There's still a chance for me
I still have a probability of salvaging us.
Well, maybe some other time, in some other place
Perhaps sometime later and somewhere else.
With our love in your heart and a smile on your face
If you have love for me in your heart and a grin on your face.
You will know who I am
You will recognize that I am the one for you.
When that time comes, you'll know who I am
Eventually, you will realize who I am.
You will know who I am
You will realize who I am.
When that time comes, you'll know who I am
At the exact moment, you will know who I am.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ROBERT L. RUSSELL
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@maiatoktogonova9402
The golden age of Elvis and his voice. Powerful, warm, rich voice. There are no words for how cool He was. I love Elvis.
@eastcoastmostwanted710
For real For real
@meldridge51
Folks……..This World Misses This Man More Than Anyone Who’s Ever Lived With The Exception Of Jesus! When He Left Us He Left Us Hurting So Much! No One Can Ever Replace Him! Elvis, You Meant More To Us Than You Ever Knew! Love You Brother! Tyvm
@judyfowler3069
Very well said. I stii hurt to this day. Always willl.
@Bob-bb3ur
@@judyfowler3069same here
@learnenglishwithblaine9604
Elvis was always great, but 1969 was just so awesome.
@kelliintexas3575
He was LONGING to perform!!
@THEYOUNGAUTHOR_405
What an absolute legend. We didn’t deserve him. He was too good for us
@user-ni5to6db7m
God gave Elvis to us❤ to enjoy his beautiful voice. So therefore yes we did deserve him. God makes no mistakes💞
@ChefBarb58
AMEN ❤