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 popularโand 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.
Tomorrow Never Knows
Elvis Presley Lyrics
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Yes you tell me that you care
That tomorrow we'll be married, oh
But tomorrow's never there
Oh tomorrow never, never comes
Oh tomorrow never comes
Now you tell me that you love me, oh
Many weeks now have I waited
Oh many long nights have I cried
But just to see that happy morning, happy morning
When I have you right by my side
But tomorrow will never come, oh no, no
Tomorrow never gonna come
Now you tell me that you love me
But tomorrow never, never comes
So tomorrow I?ll be leaving
Yes tomorrow I?ll be gone
But tomorrow you'll be weeping, oh
But tomorrow will never, never come
Well tomorrow will never, never come
Oh no, tomorrow ain't never gonna come
Yeah, yeah, you tell me, you tell me
That you love me, but tomorrow never comes
In "Tomorrow Never Comes," Elvis Presley shares his story of a lover who constantly promises him that they will be together tomorrow, but that tomorrow never comes. The song opens with the lover telling Elvis that they love him and they want to get married tomorrow. However, every time the tomorrow comes, they don't keep their promise. Elvis expresses his disappointment and sadness that they continue to deceive him with empty promises.
The song's theme of unfulfilled promises and waiting for something that never comes is relatable to many individuals. It could be about promises made by a close friend, employer, or even a romantic relationship. Elvis's voice blends perfectly with the tune, adding an element of sadness to the song. The way he sings "but tomorrow never comes" repeatedly emphasizes how hopeless he feels about the future of their commitment.
The song's message is that we should always be mindful of the promises we make to others, and we should make sure that we keep them. It can be frustrating and heartbreaking if someone we care about continues to let us down. Elvis mourns how he's spent many long nights waiting for his lover, only to realize that each tomorrow that comes is a broken promise.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh you tell me that you love me
You claim to love me
Yes you tell me that you care
You claim to care for me
That tomorrow we'll be married, oh
You assure me that we'll be wedded the following day
But tomorrow's never there
The 'tomorrow' you speak of is always nonexistent
Many weeks now have I waited
I have waited countless weeks
Oh many long nights have I cried
I have wept through several long nights
But just to see that happy morning, happy morning
I yearn for the joyous morning
When I have you right by my side
When I have you next to me
But tomorrow will never come, oh no, no
But that future moment will never arrive
Tomorrow never gonna come
It's an impossibility that tomorrow will arrive
So tomorrow I'll be leaving
I shall depart the next day
Yes tomorrow I'll be gone
I won't be here tomorrow
But tomorrow you'll be weeping, oh
But you'll cry for me tomorrow
But tomorrow will never, never come
However, tomorrow won't really come
Tomorrow ain't never gonna come
It's highly unlikely that tomorrow will come
Yeah, yeah, you tell me, you tell me
Yes, you're always saying
That you love me, but tomorrow never comes
That you love me, despite tomorrow never actually materializing
Lyrics ยฉ Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Ernest Tubb, Johnny Bond
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@colingriffiths6064
I am 71 years old and in all my years have never seen such a perfect face or heard such a perfect voice.God certainly was in a good mood when he created Elvis.He was beautiful.
@anjakrames5705
the most beautiful man ever โค๐โค
@Karmen-Sylvia
@@anjakrames5705 yes he was!
@flagal519
The only man who has been dead for 42 years and can still take your breath away......
@vilmamoro1809
So true and will do for the rest of our days!!
@mary-annfondaumiere9013
Beautifully put. You nailed it 100pc!!!
@granddame1000
I have loved this man since I was 6 years old.
@kellythomas1933
I was apparently about 4 when I first heard him and no one has held a candle near him in my eyes ever since
@ahmedsaci3323
Il a 42 ans a sa mort.
Que Dieu Ait son รขme.
@eyeinthesky9199
There hasn't been a word in any language that cause TRULY describe ELVIS...he was the whole package, looks, talent, generosity, compassion, and everything good...he will NEVER be forgotten ...God blessed us with him ... Thank you Elvis for all you gave to the world โค