Elvis Presley: A Grand Finale with “My Way”
Elvis Presley’s rendition of “My Way” stands as a towering monument in the annals of popular music. Originally a French chanson, the song was popularized by Frank Sinatra, but it was Presley’s interpretation that elevated it to a new level of emotional intensity and dramatic impact.
Background
Released in 1973 as part of the historic Aloha from Hawaii concert, Presley’s performance of “My Way” was a watershed moment, a definitive statement of a career spent in the spotlight.
The song, with its themes of independence, regret, and defiance, seemed to resonate deeply with Presley at a time when his personal and professional life was undergoing significant changes.
Beyond its musical merits, “My Way” has become a cultural touchstone, a song that evokes a range of emotions and memories. It is a testament to Presley’s enduring legacy as a performer who could connect with audiences on a profound level.
Video
Lyrics
🎵 Let’s sing along with the lyrics! 🎤
And now the end is nearSo I face the final curtainMy friend, I’ll say it clearI’ll state my case of which I’m certainI’ve lived a life that’s fullI’ve traveled each and every highwayAnd more, much more than thisI did it my wayRegrets, I’ve had a fewBut then again, too few to mentionI did what I had to doAnd saw it through without exceptionI planned each charted courseEach careful step along the bywayAnd more, much more than thisI did it my wayYes, there were times, I’m sure you knowThat I bit off more than I could chewBut through it all when there was doubtI ate it up and spit it outI faced it all and I stood tallAnd did it my wayI’ve loved, I’ve laughed and criedI’ve had my fill, my share of losingAnd now as tears subsideI find it all so amusingTo think I did all thatAnd may I say, not in a shy wayOh, no, no not meI did it my wayFor what is a man, what has he gotIf not himself, then he has notTo say the words he truly feelsAnd not the words of one who kneelsThe record shows I took the blowsAnd did it my way