Kissin' Cousins
Elvis Presley Lyrics


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Well I've got a gal, she's as cute as she can be
She's a distant cousin but she's not too distant with me

We'll kiss all night
I'll squeeze her tight
But we're kissin' cousins 'n that's what makes it all right
All right, all right, all right
Oh I've got a girl and she taught me how to live
She can give a lot and she's got a lot to give

We'll kiss all night
I'll squeeze her tight
But we're kissin' cousins 'n that's what makes it all right
All right, all right, all right

Yes we're all cousins, that's what I believe
Because we're children of Adam and Eve
I got a girl and she wants a lot of love
That's the kind of trouble I need plenty of

We'll kiss all night
I'll squeeze her tight
But we're kissin' cousins 'n that'll make it all right
All right, all right, all right
We'll be kissin' cousins that'll make it all right
All right, all right, all right

Yes we're all cousins, that's what I believe
Because we're children of Adam and Eve
I got a girl and she wants a lot of love
That's the kind of trouble I need plenty of

We'll kiss all night
I'll squeeze her tight
But we'll be kissin' cousins 'n that'll make it all right
All right, all right, all right
We'll be kissin' cousins that'll make it all right
All right, all right, all right




We'll be kissin' cousins that's what makes it all right
All right, all right, all right

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Kissin' Cousins" by Elvis Presley are about a man who is in love with a distant cousin. He admits that they kiss all night and that he squeezes her tight, but he justifies their behavior by claiming that "we're all cousins" and that "that's what makes it all right." He then goes on to sing about how much trouble his girl wants and how much he needs it.


The song has a controversial theme and was considered to be highly inappropriate by some listeners when it was first released. Although it was a hit for Presley, it received a lot of criticism and was not generally as well-received as some of his other hits. Some interpret the song as a commentary on morality and acceptable behavior, while others see it as a celebration of forbidden love.


Regardless of its controversial nature, "Kissin' Cousins" is a classic Elvis tune that holds a special place in the hearts of many fans. Its catchy melody, upbeat pace, and romantic lyrics make it a favorite for many people to this day.


Line by Line Meaning

Well I've got a gal, she's as cute as she can be
I am in a relationship with a really great girl who I find incredibly attractive.


She's a distant cousin but she's not too distant with me
Technically, she is my cousin, but we are not closely related and we have a close relationship.


We'll kiss all night
We will engage in extremely passionate kissing for hours.


I'll squeeze her tight
I will hold her close to me and embrace her tightly while we kiss.


But we're kissin' cousins 'n that's what makes it all right
Although we are related, the fact that we are only distant cousins makes it acceptable for us to engage in a romantic relationship.


Oh I've got a girl and she taught me how to live
My girlfriend has had a profound impact on my life and has taught me many valuable lessons.


She can give a lot and she's got a lot to give
My girlfriend is incredibly generous and has much to offer in our relationship.


Yes we're all cousins, that's what I believe
I believe that all humans, ultimately, are related to one another through our common ancestors.


Because we're children of Adam and Eve
I believe that all humans are descended from the biblical figures of Adam and Eve.


I got a girl and she wants a lot of love
My girlfriend has a deep need for affection and love.


That's the kind of trouble I need plenty of
I am willing to deal with the ups and downs of a passionate relationship in order to give my girlfriend the love and affection she craves.


But we'll be kissin' cousins 'n that'll make it all right
Even though our relationship may be considered taboo by some, the fact that we are distant cousins makes it acceptable in our eyes.


We'll be kissin' cousins that'll make it all right
As long as our affectionate relationship remains contained within the boundaries of cousinhood, we believe that it is acceptable.


We'll be kissin' cousins that's what makes it all right
Although some may frown upon our romantic relationship, the fact that we are only distant cousins makes it acceptable in our eyes.




Lyrics © IMAGEM U.S. LLC
Written by: BERNIE BAUM, BILL GIANT, FLORENCE KAYE

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Most interesting comments from YouTube:

@georgejuniorleedom4476

Strongly disagree. This movie isn't even as good as the Beach/Bikini movies of the same era.
Parker milked his star for quick bucks and Presley never stood up to him.

Did Parker have blackmail material?
Why else wouldn't A Real Man stand up to his puppet-master? Where was his spine?
Or another part of his anatomy? Wonder if Parker deliberately feed him pills?

E.P. was offered A Star Is Born (1976).
Barbara and Elvis in a A picture!
Imagine how great that would have been.😍
Elvis could act, but by then was a drugged out husk soon to leave us.


What might have -- should have--- been.🤔



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@georgejuniorleedom4476

Russian troll? Noooo.
Just a normal 😏Russian Woman, reacting like all women everywhere.

Imagine if Elvis had gone repeatedly to sperm bank? Millions of Elvii!*

😍😍😍😍EVERYWHERE!😍😍😍


*Elvises is too awkward.



All comments from YouTube:

@Lubbylove89

People can say what they want but all of his movies put me in a good mood. They're cheesy and fun. The soundtrack to Kissin' Cousins is really catchy too!

@brendamyers6320

his parents were cousins from my understanding.

@dreamsinblackandwhite1025

i agree even though i feel a bit ashamed...but indeed the more i listen to them the more i love them (I started by absolutely discarding them from all my playlists and now i am singing them on the way to work)

@lacadam

@@brendamyers6320 No they weren't

@muffs55mercury61

Elvis may have fallen from his peak that was a few years earlier but this song reminds me of more simpler and happier times. My brother bought me the 45 and I still have it today. Vietnam was still some months into the future.

@25lover25

sweet home alabama

@patriciajrs46

This is one of my favorite songs. I loved this movie.

@KS_26

Say what you will about Elvis movies but the soundtracks are always amazing!!! ❤️

@RFED2O

THE KING OF EVERYTHING !!

@mariali3512

Thank you very much, Elvis Presley, for uploading this lovely and romantic video so that I can see it whenever I want to see it again.
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