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.
Party
Elvis Presley Lyrics
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Some people like to roll
But movin' and a groovin'
Gonna satisfy my soul
Let's have a party (let's have a party), ooh
Let's have a party (let's have a party)
Send him to the store
Let's buy some more
And let's have a party tonight
I've never kissed a bear
I've never kissed a goon
But I can shake a chicken
In the middle of the room
Let's have a party (let's have a party), ooh
Let's have a party (let's have a party)
Send him to the store
Let's buy some more
And let's have a party tonight
Now Honky Tonky Joe
Is knockin' at the door
Bring him in and fill him up
And set him on the floor
Let's have a party (let's have a party), ooh
Let's have a party (let's have a party)
Send him to the store
Let's buy some more
And let's have a party tonight
The meat is on the stove
The bread is getting hot
Tell me pretty baby
Let's have a party (let's have a party), ooh
Let's have a party (let's have a party)
Send him to the store
Let's buy some more
And let's have a party tonight
We're going to have a party tonight!
Elvis Presley's "Party" is a fun and upbeat song that encourages everyone to have a good time together. The opening lines, "Some people like to rock, some people like to roll, but movin' and a groovin', gonna satisfy my soul," demonstrate that, while people might have different tastes or preferences, music and dancing can bring them together. The chorus, "Let's have a party, ooh, let's have a party, send him to the store, let's buy some more, and let's have a party tonight," underscores the song's central message: let's come together and revel in each other's company.
The lyrics are light and humorous, with Elvis singing that he's never kissed a bear or a goon but can "shake a chicken in the middle of the room." The inclusion of Honky Tonky Joe and his arrival at the door adds to the party's jovial atmosphere, showcasing Elvis's ability to connect with people from all walks of life. The verse about meat cooking on the stove and bread getting hot highlights the communal aspects of partying: it's not just about the music, but also about coming together and sharing food, drinks, and conversation.
"Party" is a song that celebrates the joy of community, good music, and good times. It encourages people to let loose and forget their troubles for a while, reminding listeners that sometimes all it takes is a little music and dancing to lift everyone's spirits.
Line by Line Meaning
Some people like to rock
There are individuals who prefer a style of music that involves playing and listening to rock music
Some people like to roll
There are individuals who prefer to dance and listen to music that has a rolling beat
But movin' and a groovin'
However, I enjoy dancing in a lively and rhythmic manner
Gonna satisfy my soul
It brings me great pleasure and happiness to dance in this way
Let's have a party (let's have a party), ooh
I suggest that we all gather together to celebrate and have fun with each other
Send him to the store
Ask someone to go to the store to purchase items needed for the party
Let's buy some more
We require more supplies and provisions to ensure the party goes smoothly
I've never kissed a bear
Although I have had various experiences, I have never kissed a bear before
I've never kissed a goon
I have also never kissed an unpleasant or dangerous person
But I can shake a chicken
However, I am capable of performing a lively and energetic dance known as the "chicken dance"
In the middle of the room
I will perform this dance in the center of the gathering space
Now Honky Tonky Joe
A person with the name Honky Tonky Joe is currently arriving
Is knockin' at the door
He is signaling his arrival by knocking on the door
Bring him in and fill him up
Let's welcome him into the party and provide him with food and drink
And set him on the floor
He can then join in on the dancing and merriment
The meat is on the stove
We are currently cooking meat on the stove
The bread is getting hot
Bread is being warmed up and prepared for consumption
Tell me pretty baby
I am asking for input and suggestions from my romantic interest
We're going to have a party tonight!
Tonight we will be having an enjoyable and lively celebration together
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: TIMOTHY J. ROBINSON
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