About The Song
“One Sided Love Affair” is a rock and roll song by Elvis Presley, released in 1956. It’s a lively and energetic track that showcases Presley’s charismatic vocals and the raw energy of early rock and roll. Here are five facts about the song:
- Recording Session: “One Sided Love Affair” was recorded at RCA Studios in New York City on January 30, 1956, during one of Elvis Presley’s early recording sessions with RCA Victor. The song was written by Bill Campbell, a songwriter associated with Elvis’s early career.
- Debut Album: The song is featured on Elvis Presley’s self-titled debut album, which was released in March 1956. The album was a landmark in Presley’s career, marking his transition from a regional sensation to a national and international star.
- Upbeat Rock and Roll: The track is known for its upbeat and infectious rock and roll sound. It incorporates elements of rhythm and blues, country, and gospel, showcasing the diverse musical influences that contributed to the development of Presley’s signature style.
- Elvis’s Vocal Performance: “One Sided Love Affair” highlights Elvis Presley’s dynamic vocal range and his ability to infuse emotion into his performances. His energetic and charismatic singing style, along with the spirited instrumentation, contributed to the song’s overall appeal.
- Cultural Impact: As part of Elvis’s early catalog, “One Sided Love Affair” played a role in establishing him as a groundbreaking force in popular music. The song, along with others from his debut album, contributed to the cultural phenomenon known as the “Elvis craze,” where he became a symbol of rebellion and youth culture in the mid-1950s.
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Lyrics
If you want to be loved
Baby, you got to love me too
If you want to be loved
Baby, you got to love me too, oh yeah
‘Cause I ain’t for no one-sided love affairIf you wanna be kissed
Well, you gotta kiss me too, oh yeah
If you wanna be kissed
Well, you gotta kiss me too, oh yeah
‘Cause I ain’t for no one-sided love affairWell, a fair exchange that’s no robbery
And the whole world will know that it’s true
Understanding solves all the problems, baby
That’s why I’m telling youIf you wanna be hugged
Well, you gotta hug me too, oh yeah
If you wanna be hugged
Well, you gotta hug me too, oh yeah
‘Cause I ain’t for no one-sided love affairWhy, If you know you can’t take it
Well then, baby, why try to give it?
If you know you can’t take it
Well then, baby, why try to give it?
‘Cause I ain’t for no one-sided love affairWell, a fair exchange bears no robbery
And the whole world will know that it’s true
Understanding solves all the problems, baby
That’s why I’m telling youIf you wanna be hugged
Well, you gotta hug me too, oh yeah
If you wanna be hugged
Baby, you gotta hug me too, oh yeah
‘Cause I ain’t for no one-sided love affair‘Cause I ain’t for no one-sided love affair
‘Cause I ain’t for no one-sided love affair