Make Me Know It – Elvis Is Back!

About The Song

“Make Me Know It” is a song by Elvis Presley, released in 1960 as part of his album “Elvis Is Back!” Here are five facts about the song:

Album Context: “Make Me Know It” was featured on Elvis Presley’s first album after his discharge from the U.S. Army, “Elvis Is Back!” The album marked his return to the music scene after completing his military service, and it showcased his versatility as an artist.
Rock and Roll Influence: The song is rooted in the rock and roll genre, with an energetic and upbeat tempo. It reflects Presley’s ability to blend various musical styles, incorporating elements of rock, blues, and R&B.
Songwriting Team: “Make Me Know It” was written by the songwriting duo of Otis Blackwell and Winfield Scott. Blackwell, in particular, was known for penning several hits for Elvis, including “All Shook Up” and “Don’t Be Cruel.”
Recording Session: The track was recorded at RCA Studios in Nashville, Tennessee, on March 20, 1960. The recording sessions for “Elvis Is Back!” were productive, resulting in a diverse collection of songs that showcased Presley’s vocal range and musical versatility.
Chart Performance: While not released as a single, “Make Me Know It” received positive reviews and contributed to the overall success of the “Elvis Is Back!” album. The LP reached No. 2 on the Billboard 200 chart, and it reaffirmed Presley’s standing as a prominent figure in the evolving landscape of popular music in the early 1960s.

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Lyrics

You say that you love me
And swear it to be true
But if you care to come over here
And make me know it do

Come on now, make me know it
Then go ahead and show it
But if you care to come over here
And make me know it do

You say you’ve got kisses
And swear that they’re brand new
I think that’s fine if you ain’t lyin’
But make me know it do

Come on now, make me know it
Then go ahead and show it
I think that’s fine if you ain’t lyin’
But make me know it do

You won’t have no trouble proving it to me
Come right along you’ll find me
Helpful as can be

You say you wanna hold me
And stick to me like glue
Well hearing’s deceiving
And seeing’s believing
Make me know it do

Come on now, make me know it
Well go ahead and show it
I say hearing’s deceiving
Seeing’s believing
Make me know it do

You won’t have no trouble proving it to me
Come right along you’ll find me
Helpful as can be

You say you wanna hold me
And stick to me like glue
Well hearing’s deceiving
And seeing’s believing
Make me know it do

Come on now, make me know it
Well go ahead and show it
I say hearing’s deceiving
Seeing’s believing
Make me know it do

Oh make me know it
Then go ahead and show it
Make me know it
Then go ahead…