Let Yourself Go
Elvis Presley Lyrics


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Well baby I'm gonna teach you what love's all about tonight
Trust me honey everything's gonna be all right
You gotta do like I do there ain't nothing to it
Listen to me baby anybody can do it
All you gotta do is just let yourself go
Now don't be afraid just relax and take it real slow
Cool it baby you ain't got no place to go
Just put your arms around me real tight
Enjoy yourself baby don't fight
All you gotta do is just let yourself go
All you need is just a little rehearsal
The first thing that you know
You'll be ready for the grand finale
So come on baby let's go
Let's go, let's go' let's go
Let's go
Take a real deep breath and put your warm red lips on mine
Just do like I tell you, everything's gonna be just fine
Kiss me nice and easy, take your time
Baby I'm the only one here in line
All you gotta do is just let yourself go
Let yourself go right now yeh! let yourself go
Let yourself go right now yeh! let yourself go




Yeh! let yourself go
All you gotta do is just let yourself go

Overall Meaning

In Elvis Presley's song "Let Yourself Go," the singer is coaxing and urging his partner to let go of their fears and doubts and allow themselves to fully experience and enjoy love. The lyrics are filled with encouragement and confidence that everything will be alright if they just trust and follow the singer's lead. The song's verses describe simple and easy-to-follow steps that the partner needs to take in order to fully let go and embrace their love with the singer. For instance, the singer instructs his partner to relax, cool it, and to not fight. The chorus repeats the phrase "let yourself go," emphasizing the idea that the partner needs to allow themselves to fully surrender to the experience and let their love take over.


Throughout the song, the singer's language is both direct and gentle, empowering his partner to take the lead in their own self-love journey. Elvis also encourages his partner to take their time, practice, and not be afraid of making mistakes. He notes that with a little bit of rehearsal, his partner will be ready for the "grand finale," emphasizing that love is a journey and not a destination.


The song is a beautiful and inspiring message that encourages people to embrace their love fully, trust in themselves, and not be afraid to take risks. By encouraging people to "let themselves go" and completely surrender to the experience of love, Elvis Presley created a timeless classic that still resonates with audiences today.


Line by Line Meaning

Well baby I'm gonna teach you what love's all about tonight
Tonight, I will make sure you understand what love truly means.


Trust me honey everything's gonna be all right
Have faith in me, everything will be fine.


You gotta do like I do there ain't nothing to it
Just follow my lead, it's not hard at all.


Listen to me baby anybody can do it
It's so easy, anyone can do it if they just listen to my instructions.


All you gotta do is just let yourself go
Just relax and let your feelings take over. Don't hold back.


Now don't be afraid just relax and take it real slow
Don't worry, take your time and enjoy the moment.


Cool it baby you ain't got no place to go
Just calm down, you don't have anywhere else to be right now.


Just put your arms around me real tight
Hold me close with your arms.


Enjoy yourself baby don't fight
Have fun and don't resist the feeling.


All you gotta do is just let yourself go
Repeat of line 5.


All you need is just a little rehearsal
Just a bit of practice is all you need.


The first thing that you know
Before you know it.


You'll be ready for the grand finale
You'll be prepared for the climax.


So come on baby let's go
Let's get started and enjoy ourselves.


Let's go, let's go' let's go
Let's do it, let's do it, let's do it!


Let's go
Repeat of line 14.


Take a real deep breath and put your warm red lips on mine
Breathe deeply and kiss me passionately.


Just do like I tell you, everything's gonna be just fine
Follow my lead and everything will be okay.


Kiss me nice and easy, take your time
Kiss me gently and savor the moment.


Baby I'm the only one here in line
You only have to focus on me right now, no one else.


All you gotta do is just let yourself go
Repeat of line 5.


Let yourself go right now yeh! let yourself go
Don't hold back any longer, just let your emotions take over.


Let yourself go right now yeh! let yourself go
Repeat of line 22.


Yeh! let yourself go
Just go for it, don't hold back.


All you gotta do is just let yourself go
Repeat of line 5.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JOY BYERS

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@andyba.8501

I am literally obsessed with this whole Comeback Special, I can´t explain it. Everything is just perfect.

@annekayser8042

Yeah I watch it a lot too watching it now

@OctPSfever

The best production ever. I love the extra footages more than final cut. Steve Binder n his crew were ahead of time. Guitar man, Gospel to If I can dream...They nailed it. Guitar man is about Elvis. After fames are ashed, the only thing left is his guitar. How about Gospel? Lastly, my favorite If I can dream the song...Compared to 2022 new movie Elvis, 1968 comeback special is real Elvis.

@YZippy

Lightning in a bottle

@marilynpresley2am

Me too. The whole Special was the first I ever saw of Elvis three years ago. I was absolutely obsessed and literally watched it over and over again everyday for a month. Still can’t get enough of it lol

@andyba.8501

@Presley 2am Same here.

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@kimberlydavis7970

His smile at 1:29 is amazing. He was so handsome.

@hendaengelbrecht6917

Hmmmm, sounds. "naughty but nice" !! 😲👿Women 👿!!!

@cherrylane6751

I bet women 😍flocked😍 to that cheeky Elvis 😎boy smile😉 😊 😉xx❤🎤😎

@christianowens7544

46 presidents, only one king

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