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.
I Forgot to Remember to Forget
Elvis Presley Lyrics
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I can't seem to get her off my mind
I thought I'd never miss her
But I found out somehow
I think about her almost all the time
The day she went away
I made myself a promise
That I'd soon forget we ever met
But something sure is wrong
'Cause I'm so blue and lonely
I forgot to remember to forget
The day she went away
I made myself a promise
That I'd soon forget we ever met
Well, but something sure is wrong
'Cause I'm so blue and lonely
I forgot to remember to forget
Elvis Presley's "I Forgot to Remember to Forget" is a song that depicts a heartbroken man who can't seem to let go of the woman he loved. The chorus, which is repeated throughout the song, is about the man's inability to forget her, and how he thinks of her all the time. The song is full of emotion and a deep sense of regret, which makes it relatable to anyone who has experienced a similar situation.
The verse talks about how the man promised himself that he would forget about the woman after she left him but realized that he couldn't. The lyrics suggest that he was trying to move on but couldn't shake off the memories of their time together, the love they shared, and the emptiness he feels without her. It is a song that perfectly captures the essence of love, loss, and heartbreak.
The song was released in August 1955 on the Sun Label, and it helped launch Elvis Presley's career even further. The song was a massive hit, reaching number one on the Country and Western charts and staying there for five weeks. It was his second number one hit after "That's All Right," which was released earlier that year. Elvis continued to perform the song for years, and it remained a fan favorite.
Line by Line Meaning
I forgot to remember to forget her
Despite my best efforts, I can't push her out of my thoughts
I can't seem to get her off my mind
She continues to occupy my thoughts and feelings
I thought I'd never miss her
I thought I could move on easily without her presence in my life
But I found out somehow
To my surprise, I feel a strong longing for her
I think about her almost all the time
My mind is constantly consumed with thoughts of her
The day she went away
The moment when she left my life
I made myself a promise
I tried to make a commitment to myself
That I'd soon forget we ever met
I hoped to erase all memories of our time together
But something sure is wrong
Despite my initial plan, I am still struggling with moving on
'Cause I'm so blue and lonely
I am feeling sad and isolated without her in my life
I forgot to remember to forget
I failed to follow through on my promise to forget her, and continue to think of her constantly
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Charlie Feathers, Stanley A Kesler
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@eoj2495
All Elvis' early stuff is the best... thanks for putting these up!!!
@cathygregory3150
From1956 to 1966 was the songs I liked best he can't be beat, that's why he's the King of rock and roll
@johntedds1468
This has always been my favourite Elvis song. The Sun recordings were something special 👍😻🎸🇮🇲🇮🇲🇮🇲
@lrh1966
I agree!! Thanks for checking it out John and have an awesome day from Lloyd.
@Treasureson78RPM
Man his voice was so amazing. Legendary early rockabilly but still pure country. Featuring the mostly forgotten Legendary pioneering drummer Johnny Bernero with his signature shuffle beat.
@lrh1966
Thanks for listening and I wish you a great day from Lloyd.
@colinsludds9249
Strangely not a lot of people know that this was Elvis's 1st ever and only number 1 for the sun label.. It stayed on the Billboard charts for 39 weeks longer than any other song he ever made including houndog, don't be cruel it's now or never none surpassed I forgot to remember to forget..
@lrh1966
Have a great day Colin and thanks for checking it out from Lloyd :)
@DavidRobinson-rj2sp
Charlie Feathers was partially credited for writing this but it was the sole work of Stan Kesler. Charlie Feathers recorded the demo for the song and Elvis immediately liked it. Charlie and Elvis were buddies anyways and Charlie Feathers was at the Million Dollar Quartet session. Charlie Feathers had to leave part way through and Elvis can be heard saying see you later Charlie.
@jamesadcock5235
Didn't know that