About The Song
“Something Blue” is a song by Elvis Presley released in 1962 as the B-side to “Suspicion.” It is a classic example of Presley’s ballad style, showcasing his smooth vocals and emotive delivery. Here are five facts about the song:
- Release Date: “Something Blue” was released on March 27, 1962, as the flip side to Presley’s single “Suspicion.”
- Songwriters: The song was written by Paul Evans and Al Byron, the same duo responsible for writing Presley’s hit song “I Gotta Know.”
- Chart Performance: While “Suspicion” became a Top 10 hit on the Billboard Hot 100, “Something Blue” also gained popularity but didn’t chart as high.
- Album Inclusion: The song is included on Elvis Presley’s album “Pot Luck,” which was released in 1962.
- Theme and Style: “Something Blue” explores themes of heartbreak and longing, typical of many of Elvis Presley’s ballads. It features a classic arrangement with a prominent use of strings and showcases Presley’s emotive and soulful vocal delivery.
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Lyrics
Something old, the times gone by,
Something new, these tears I cry,
Something borrowed were those lips, my lips knew
And that’s why I’m something blue.Something old, the vows we made,
Something new, the price I paid,
Something borrowed, love was tried but not true.
Now my life is something blue.I guess that I had better smile
Walking behind you down the aisle,
I feel I’m walking to my doom,
I’m really not the best man in this room.Something old, the dreams we planned,
Something new, his wedding band,
Something borrowed was the heart I gave you,
You returned it torn in two.Something old, the dreams we planned,
Something new, his wedding band,
Something borrowed was the heart I gave you,
You returned it torn in two.And that’s why,
And that’s why I’m something blue.