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Introduction to Long Legged Girl (With the Short Dress On) by Elvis Presley

Elvis Presley, the “King of Rock and Roll,” is a name synonymous with American music. His influence extends far beyond his era, and his songs continue to captivate audiences worldwide.

Among his vast repertoire, “Long Legged Girl (With the Short Dress On)” stands out as a classic example of his enduring appeal.

Background

Released in 1962 as part of his soundtrack album for the film “Girls! Girls! Girls!,” this song showcases Presley’s signature style of rockabilly and his ability to blend genres seamlessly.

The upbeat tempo, catchy melody, and Presley’s charismatic vocals create an irresistible energy that has made this track a timeless favorite.

The song’s lyrics paint a vivid picture of a woman who catches the narrator’s eye with her striking appearance. The “long-legged girl with the short dress on” is described as a vision of beauty, captivating him with her charm and allure.

The lyrics evoke a sense of longing and admiration, highlighting the power of physical attraction and its ability to ignite desire.

Presley’s vocal performance is a highlight of the song. His delivery is both energetic and soulful, capturing the essence of the lyrics and conveying the emotions behind the music.

His ability to seamlessly transition between singing and speaking adds a conversational quality to the song, making it feel more intimate and personal.

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Lyrics

🎵 Let’s sing along with the lyrics! 🎤

All right
I’ve been thumbing rides, travelling lightWalking streets ’til past midnightTramping roads, trails, and lanesScaling cliffs, fields, and plainsSearching ’til the early dawnFor that long-legged girl with the short dress on
Riding trucks, bikes, and skisSailing lakes and brooks and seasDriving wagons, cars, and jeepsWalking stilts in ten foot leapsSearching ’til the early dawnFor that long-legged girl with the short dress onAnd everywhere I go, she’s been and gone
She’s fine (she’s fine)It’s just too bad she’s the travelling kindSo fine (so fine)I just can’t rest ’til I make her mine
I’ve been from Maine to TennesseeMexico and WaikikiRain or shine, sleet or snowSearching high, then I’m searching lowEverything depends uponFor that long-legged girl with the short dress on
She’s fine (she’s fine)It’s just too bad she’s the travelling kindSo fine (so fine)I just can’t rest ’til I make her mine
Well, I’ve been from Maine to TennesseeMexico and WaikikiRain or shine, sleet or snowI’m searching high, well, I’m searching low‘Cause everything depends uponFor that long-legged girl with the short dress onThe long-legged girl with the short dress on

By Harley

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