Something – Elvis Presley

Introduction

Elvis Presley’s “Something” isn’t just a song; it’s a timeless declaration of love that transcends the boundaries of its origin. Though released in 1970, its roots stretch back to 1969, born from the pen of none other than George Harrison, the quiet Beatle with a knack for crafting poignant melodies.

Harrison, inspired by his blossoming relationship with Pattie Boyd, poured his heart into the lyrics, weaving a tapestry of adoration and vulnerability. The song’s simplicity is its strength, with lines like “Something in the way you move, entices me” and “I don’t need no reason, no need for rhyme/Baby, you’re everything I want all of the time” resonating with anyone who has ever been swept away by love’s magnetic pull.

Initially offered to Frank Sinatra, “Something” found its perfect home with Elvis. The King’s soulful vocals infused Harrison’s words with a deeper layer of yearning, transforming the song into a powerful ballad that resonated with his own tumultuous love life. His live performances, particularly the iconic 1973 Aloha from Hawaii concert, cemented “Something” as a fan favorite, showcasing Elvis’s versatility and emotional depth.

“Something” wasn’t just a hit for Elvis; it became a global phenomenon, covered by countless artists across genres, from James Brown and Aretha Franklin to Nina Simone and Johnny Cash. Each rendition added a unique flavor, testament to the song’s universal appeal.

So, when you listen to “Something,” remember that it’s more than just a love song. It’s a bridge between two musical giants, a testament to the power of vulnerability, and a timeless reminder that sometimes, the simplest words can express the deepest emotions.

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Lyrics

Something in the way she moves
Attracts me like no other lover
Something in the way she moves me
I don’t want to leave her now
You know I believe and how

Somewhere in her smile she knows
All I gotta do is think of her
Something in her style that shows me
I don’t want to leave her now
You know I believe and how

You’re asking me will our love grow
I don’t know, I don’t know
You stick around and it may show
I don’t know, I don’t know

Something in the way she moves
Attracts me like no other lover
Something in the way she moves me
I don’t want to leave her now
You know I believe and how

You’re asking me will our love grow
I don’t know, I don’t know
You stick around and it may show
I don’t know, I don’t know

Something in the way she moves
All I gotta do is think of her
Something in her style that shows me
I don’t want to leave her now
You know I believe and how