Tag: Elvis Presley

  • It’s Now or Never — Strum-Along

    “It’s Now or Never” is a romantic ballad recorded by Elvis Presley in 1960. Inspired by the Italian song ‘O Sole Mio, the lyrics convey a passionate plea for love, emphasizing urgency and the fleeting nature of time. The song features a sweeping melody and operatic influences, showcasing Presley’s rich vocal range. It became one…

    Read More

    //

  • I Forgot to Remember to Forget — Strum-Along

    Elvis Presley’s recording of I Forgot to Remember to Forget was one of his early hits, recorded on July 11, 1955, at Sun Studio in Memphis, Tennessee. Written by Stan Kesler and Charlie Feathers, the song was a country ballad that showcased Presley’s ability to blend country and rhythm & blues influences. It was released…

    Read More

    //

  • For the Good Times — Fingerstyle

    The song For the Good Times was originally written by Kris Kristofferson and became a major hit for Ray Price in 1970. His version topped the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart and crossed over to the Billboard Hot 100. Other notable artists who had success with the song include: I played the verses fingerstyle and…

    Read More

    //

  • She Thinks I Still Care — Strum-Along

    This classic country song written by Dickey Lee and Steve Duffy became a #1 hit on Billboard’s US Hot Country Songs chart in 1962 for George Jones, and also #1 for Anne Murray in 1974 as “He Thinks I Still Care.” It’s been recorded by dozens of others including Elvis Presley, Glen Campbell, Connie Francis,…

    Read More

    //

  • Unchained Melody — Fingerstyle

    “Unchained Melody” is a romantic ballad originally written in 1955 by Alex North (music) and Hy Zaret (lyrics). It was composed as the theme for the little-known prison film Unchained (hence the title). Over the years, the song has been recorded by numerous artists, but the most famous version was released by The Righteous Brothers…

    Read More

    //

  • Are You Lonesome Tonight — Strumming and Fingerstyle

    Are You Lonesome Tonight was written in 1926 and has been recorded by many artists over the years, but it’s most closely associated with Elvis Presley, who made it a #1 hit back in 1960. Some recordings (including Elvis’) feature a spoken bridge also included in the original 1927 sheet music. For this chords &…

    Read More

    //

  • How Great Thou Art — Strum-Along

    “How Great Thou Art” is a beloved Christian hymn that praises God’s majesty and power. The song originated from a Swedish poem written by Carl Gustav Boberg in 1885, which was later set to a traditional Swedish melody. It was translated into English by British missionary Stuart K. Hine in the mid-20th century. The hymn’s…

    Read More

    //

  • Can’t Help Falling in Love — Fingerstyle

    FingerstyleKey of F6/8 Time One of Elvis Presley’s signature songs, it became a huge hit in 1961 with the Elvis movie, “Blue Hawaii.” It’s in 6/8 time and I did it fingerstyle using the same pattern I’ve used for other 6/8 songs. If you would like the fingerstyle pattern explained, see the detailed explanation at…

    Read More

    //

  • Proud Mary — Strum-Along

    Strum-AlongKey of G4/4 Time “Proud Mary” is a rock song originally recorded by Creedence Clearwater Revival (CCR) in 1969 and later made famous by Ike & Tina Turner in their 1971 high-energy cover. The song tells the story of a person who leaves behind their old life working in a city and finds freedom and…

    Read More

    //

  • Let It Be Me — Strum-Along

    “Let It Be Me” was a big hit from the Everly Brothers in 1959. It was originally a French song published as “Je t’appartiens” in 1955, and the American version was an interpretation of that. Since then, it’s become a standard recorded by countless artists.

    Read More

    //