Long Black Limousine
Hey there music lovers! Today, I want to introduce you to a timeless classic that will transport you back to the golden era of rock and roll. The song I’m talking about is none other than “Long Black Limousine” by the legendary Elvis Presley.
Released in 1969 as part of his album “From Elvis in Memphis,” this song showcases Presley’s incredible vocal range and emotional depth. It’s a hauntingly beautiful ballad that tells a story of love, loss, and the trappings of fame.
The composition history of “Long Black Limousine” is quite fascinating. It was written by Bobby George and Vern Stovall, and it was originally recorded by country artist Wynn Stewart in 1958. However, it was Elvis Presley’s rendition that truly brought the song to life and made it a hit.
The lyrics of the song paint a vivid picture of a woman who was once a small-town girl but is now living a life of luxury and fame. The long black limousine symbolizes her newfound success, but it also represents the isolation and loneliness that come with it.
Elvis’s powerful vocals combined with the soulful instrumentation create a melancholic atmosphere that will tug at your heartstrings. The song’s emotional impact is further enhanced by Presley’s ability to convey vulnerability and longing through his voice.
If you’re a fan of Elvis Presley or simply appreciate great music, “Long Black Limousine” is a must-listen. It’s a song that will transport you to a different time and make you feel a range of emotions.
So, grab your headphones, close your eyes, and let the haunting melodies of “Long Black Limousine” take you on a journey. Trust me, you won’t be disappointed!
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Long Black Limousine – Elvis Presley lyrics
🎵 Let’s sing along with the lyrics! 🎤
There’s a long line of mournersDriving down our little streetTheir fancy cars are such a sight to see, oh yeaThey’re all rich friends who knew you in the sceneAnd now they’ve finally brought youBrought you home to meWhen you left you know you told meThat some day you’d be returnin’In a fancy car, all the town to see, oh yea,Well now everyone is watching youYou finally had your dream, yeaYou’re ridin’ in a long black limousineYou know the papers told of how you lost your life, oh yeaThe party, the party and the fatal crash that nightWell the race along the highway, oh the curve you didn’t seeWhen you’re riding in that long black limousineThrough tear filled eyes I watch as you pass by oh yeaA chauffeur, a chauffeur at the wheel dressed up so fineWell I never, I never, never, neverOh my heart, all my dreams yea, they’re with youIn that long black limousineYea, yea, they’re with you in that long black limousineYea, yea, they’re with you in that long black limousine
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