Reconsider Baby – Elvis Is Back! – 1960

About The Song

“Reconsider Baby” is a blues song performed by Elvis Presley, released in 1960. Known for its soulful and bluesy vibe, the song showcases Presley’s ability to interpret and infuse emotion into diverse musical genres. Here are five facts about “Reconsider Baby”:

1. Original Artist and Cover:
   • “Reconsider Baby” was originally recorded by blues musician Lowell Fulson in 1954. Elvis Presley covered the song for his album “Elvis Is Back!” in 1960, putting his own rock and roll twist on the blues classic.
2. Recording Session:
   • The recording session for “Reconsider Baby” took place on April 4, 1960, at RCA Studio B in Nashville, Tennessee. This session produced many tracks for the “Elvis Is Back!” album, showcasing Presley’s versatility across various musical styles.
3. Blues Influence:
   • The song is a prime example of Elvis Presley’s appreciation for and influence by the blues genre. “Reconsider Baby” features a slow, smoldering tempo, and Presley’s vocals reflect the soulful and emotive style often associated with blues music.
4. Guitar Work:
   • The track is notable for its prominent guitar work, featuring bluesy licks and solos. The guitar playing, especially the work by guitarist Scotty Moore, adds a distinctive and authentic blues flavor to the song.
5. Critical Acclaim:
   • “Reconsider Baby” received critical acclaim for both Presley’s vocal performance and the overall arrangement. The song has been praised for its authenticity in capturing the essence of blues music and is considered one of the standout tracks on the “Elvis Is Back!” album.

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Lyrics

Well, so long
Oh, how I hate to see you go
Yes, so long
Oh, how I hate to see you go
Well, the way that I will miss you
Well, I guess you’ll never know

We’ve been together so long
To have to separate this way
We’ve been together so long
To have to separate this way
Well, I’m gonna let you go ahead on, baby
But let you come back home some day

Play the blues boys, play the blues

Yeah, one more time

You say you once had loved me
But now I guess you’ve changed your mind
You said you once had loved me
But now I guess you’ve changed your mind
Why don’t you reconsider, baby?
Give yourself just a little more time, oh yeah