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.
One Boy Two Little Girls
Elvis Presley Lyrics
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Three hearts yearning for love
Although it's hard to explain
I know it may sound insane
But this one boy loves two little girls
Folks say three is a crowd
To each boy, one girl's allowed
I just can't give up either one
'Cause this one boy loves two little girls
There will come a time
I'll have to settle down
But until that time
I love two girls hanging around
Now one day I must decide
Which one I'll choose for my bride
But till we three must part
I've twice as much love in my heart
'Cause this one boy loves two little girls
The lyrics of Elvis Presley's song "One Boy Two Little Girls" tell the story of a young man who is caught in a dilemma of loving two girls at the same time. He is aware of how society views such relationships, but he is having too much fun to give either of the girls up. The second verse acknowledges the fact that the young man must eventually choose one of the girls to marry, but that for now, he enjoys having both of them around. The final stanza states that until the young man does decide to choose, he has "twice as much love in [his] heart."
This song, despite the upbeat tempo, lyrically explores the complexity of human love and relationships. It delves into emotions that are often considered taboo or immoral, but with honesty, humor, and Elvis Presley's signature charm, it somehow manages to make it all seem innocent and sweet.
In terms of historical context, "One Boy Two Little Girls" was released in 1967, a time when the dual concepts of free love and monogamous commitment were at odds with one another. The song, in a way, reflects the changing attitudes towards love and relationships that were happening during this time, as more people began to embrace love and sex outside of traditional monogamous relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
One boy, two little girls
There is a boy who is in love with two girls at the same time.
Three hearts yearning for love
All three individuals, including the boy and both girls, are hoping for love and affection.
Although it's hard to explain
This situation is difficult to describe or justify to others.
I know it may sound insane
The boy acknowledges that his love for two girls may seem crazy to others.
But this one boy loves two little girls
Despite the challenges and criticism, the boy is in love with both girls and cannot choose between them.
Folks say three is a crowd
People often believe that three individuals in a romantic situation can create complications and conflict.
To each boy, one girl's allowed
Society generally expects that a boy will only love and commit to one girl at a time.
But right now I'm having such fun
The boy is enjoying his relationships with both girls and does not want to give either of them up.
I just can't give up either one
The boy is so attached to both girls that he cannot bring himself to abandon either of them.
'Cause this one boy loves two little girls
The boy reiterates that he is deeply in love with both girls and cannot imagine choosing just one.
There will come a time
Eventually, the boy knows that he will need to make a decision.
I'll have to settle down
The boy will need to commit to one girl exclusively and leave the other behind.
But until that time
For now, the boy is not ready to make a choice.
I love two girls hanging around
The boy is happy to keep both of these girls in his life for as long as possible.
Now one day I must decide
The boy knows that he cannot keep leading both girls on forever.
Which one I'll choose for my bride
The boy will eventually have to propose marriage to one of the girls, leaving the other behind.
But till we three must part
Until that difficult moment, the three of them will continue to enjoy each other's company.
I've twice as much love in my heart
Despite the looming decision, the boy still has deep feelings for both girls and cares for them deeply.
'Cause this one boy loves two little girls
The song concludes with the boy reiterating his love for both girls and acknowledging that someone will eventually get hurt when he has to choose between them.
Contributed by Oliver R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Thepowerofpaws
I love this song ❤️
Ana Paiva
Meu rei eterno
MAN HEUNG SAN CHAN
Elvis here was a rake with dandy qualities who just seduced each woman's heart. He appears like a peacock showing off its tail, was terribly handsome, releasing a charming charm all the time in the movies.
Steven Williamson
Elvis was the best singer there ever was or ever will be
Brian Fugate
Elvis does no wrong and he's way ahead of his time
Chris Carlin
I love this song ❤🌹💯
captainedc
I bet Elvis was loving this
Niner Empire
Elvis the man
Donna Marie Pszoniak
So Beautiful Elvis is"""💘
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Thanks very much, Elvis Presley, for uploading this interesting musical video so that I can see it again soon.
Please have a nice day today. ™
June 28, 2023 @ 11:50 pm ™