About The Song
“In My Way” is a tender and introspective ballad performed by Elvis Presley. The song reflects on personal introspection and the emotional complexity of relationships.
Facts:
- Release Date: “In My Way” was released in 1961 as part of the soundtrack album for the film “Wild in the Country,” in which Elvis Presley starred.
- Songwriter: The song was written by Ben Weisman and Fred Wise, two prolific songwriters who collaborated on several Elvis Presley tracks.
- Film Connection: As mentioned, “In My Way” was featured in the soundtrack of the film “Wild in the Country,” a drama directed by Philip Dunne, where Elvis played the lead role of Glenn Tyler.
- Album Inclusion: Apart from being part of the film’s soundtrack, the song was included on the album of the same name, “Wild in the Country,” which featured other tracks from the movie.
- Musical Style: “In My Way” showcases Elvis Presley’s versatility as an artist, with its gentle melody and reflective lyrics, providing a departure from some of his more upbeat and rock-and-roll-oriented songs of the time.
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Lyrics
I’m a steamroller baby
I’m ’bout to roll all over you
I’m a steamroller baby
I’m ’bout to roll all over you
I’m gonna inject your soul
With some sweet rock ‘n’ rollI’m a cement mixer
A churning urn of burning funk
I’m a cement mixer
A churning urn of burning funk
I’m a demolition derby
A hefty hunk, steaming junkI’m a steamroller baby
I’m ’bout to roll all over you
I’m a steamroller baby
I’m ’bout to roll all over you
I’m gonna inject your soul
With some sweet rock ‘n’ roll
And shoot you full of rhythm and bluesI’m a napalm bomb
Guaranteed to blow your mind
I’m a napalm bomb
Guaranteed to blow your mind
If I can’t have your love now baby
There won’t be nothing left behind