Introduction to “Polk Salad Annie” by Elvis Presley
Elvis Presley, the “King of Rock and Roll,” is a name synonymous with American music. His iconic voice, magnetic stage presence, and revolutionary blend of genres have solidified his place as one of the most influential figures in music history. Among his vast repertoire of hits, “Polk Salad Annie” stands out as a quirky, country-infused rock and roll number that showcases Presley’s versatility and his ability to connect with audiences on a deeply personal level.
Background
Released in 1969 as part of the album “From Elvis in Memphis,” “Polk Salad Annie” is a playful and energetic song that tells the tale of a man’s infatuation with a mysterious woman named Annie. The song’s catchy melody, infectious rhythm, and Presley’s energetic delivery make it an instant earworm.
“Polk Salad Annie” was a commercial success, reaching number 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 1969. The song’s popularity can be attributed to its catchy melody, Presley’s charismatic performance, and the song’s universal theme of love and longing.
In addition to its commercial success, “Polk Salad Annie” has also garnered critical acclaim. Many critics have praised the song’s infectious energy, its playful lyrics, and Presley’s dynamic performance. The song has been cited as a prime example of Presley’s ability to blend different musical genres and create something truly unique.
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Lyrics
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If some of ya’ll never been down south too muchSome y’all never been down s-I’m gonna tell you a little story so’s you’ll understand what I’m talkin’ aboutDown there we have a plant that grows out in the woods, and the fieldsAnd it looks somethin’ like a turnip greenEverybody calls it polk saladNow that’s polk saladUsed to know a girl lived down there and she’d go out in the evenings andPick her a mess of itCarry it home and cook it for supperBecause that’s about all they had to eatBut they did all rightDown in Louisiana, where the alligators grow so meanLived a girl, that I swear to the worldMade the alligators look tamePolk salad Annie, gators got your grannyEverybody said it was a shameBecause her momma was a workin’ on the chain gangA mean vicious womanEveryday before supper time, she’d go down by the truck patchAnd pick her a mess of polk salad, and carry it home in a tow sackPolk salad Annie, the gators got your grannyEverybody says it was a shameBecause her momma was a workin’ on the chain gangA wretched, spiteful, straight-razor totin’ womanLord have Mercy, pick a mess of it