Elvis Presley, the undisputed King of Rock and Roll, released All Shook Up in 1957, a song that would irrevocably alter the musical landscape. It was a seismic event in popular music, a track that captured the raw energy and youthful rebellion of the era.
Background
The song’s genesis is as intriguing as its impact. Penned by Otis Blackwell, a seasoned songwriter with a knack for crafting hits, “All Shook Up” was initially intended for a country artist.
“All Shook Up” is a masterclass in rock and roll simplicity. Its driving rhythm, infectious melody, and Presley’s signature vocal delivery combine to create a sonic whirlwind.
Beyond its musical significance, “All Shook Up” also marked a turning point in Presley’s career. The song solidified his status as a cultural icon and paved the way for his subsequent successes.
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Lyrics
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Oh, well, my hands are shaky, and my knees are weakI can’t seem to stand on my own two feetWho do you thank when you have such luck?I’m in loveI’m all shook upHmm, ooh, yeah, yeah, yeahWell, please, don’t ask me what’s upon my mindI’m a little mixed up, but I feel fineWhen I’m near the girl that I love bestMy heart beats, so it scares me to deathWhen she touched my hand, what a chill I gotHer lips are like a volcano that’s hotI’m proud to say that she’s my buttercupI’m in loveI’m all shook upHmm, ooh, yeah, yeah, yeahMy tongue gets tied when I try to speakMy insides shake like a leaf on a treeThere’s only one cure for this body of mineThat’s to have that girl that I love so fine
My tongue gets tied when I try to speakMy insides shake like a leaf on a treeThere’s only one cure for this body of mineThat’s to have that girl that I love so fineWhen she touched my hand, a-what a chill I gotHer lips are like a volcano that’s hotI’m proud to say that she’s my buttercupI’m in loveI’m all shook upHmm, ooh, yeah, yeah, yeahHmm, ooh, yeah, yeah, I’m all shook up
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