Elvis Presley The Fair Is Moving On

Elvis Presley The Fair Is Moving On
Written by Doug Flett and Guy Fletcher. Elvis recorded it February 21, 1969 at American Sound Studios. It is also known as The Fairs Moving On. The single release did not chart. It was the B-side to Clean Up Your Own Back Yard. It is available on Back in Memphis, From Memphis to Vegas/From Vegas to Memphis, The Memphis Records, From Nashville to Memphis-The Essential 60s Masters, and Suspicious Minds 1999, which is where this version is from.

All the rides are over and done

It's late and no prizes are left to be won
The rides are closed, it's the end of the day
The horses are moving away
Yes the fair's moving on
And I'll soon be gone
Remember the love that we've known
Yes the fair's moving on
But I won't leave you long
It's the last time you'll be on your own

The music has ended, the carousel's still
The horses in boxes with the big Ferris wheel
The canvas and glitter are safely on board
The trailers will soon hit the road

Yes the fair's moving on
And I'll soon be gone
Remember the love that we had
Yes the fair's moving on
But I won't leave you long
I'm coming back so please don't be sad

At dawn I'll be gone but I'll soon return
Till then the fair's moving on
Till then the fair's moving on
Till then the fair's moving on
Till then the fair's moving on

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[Jackiej61too]

Written by Doug Flett and Guy Fletcher. Elvis recorded it February 21, 1969 at American Sound Studios. It is also known as The Fairs Moving On. The single release did not chart. It was the B-side to Clean Up Your Own Back Yard. It is available on Back in Memphis, From Memphis to Vegas/From Vegas to Memphis, The Memphis Records, From Nashville to Memphis-The Essential 60s Masters, and Suspicious Minds 1999, which is where this version is from.

[artlfan]

You the man E. RIP buddy

[billyfury1]

excellent songs,what a fantastic man.

[kjellington]

I heard this on the radio today for the first time. Beautiful song.

[7458aron]

no question,Elvis is always the best

[JACKIEKWRIGHT]

What a beautiful song. Would you believe is the first time I've heard it. Beautiful pictures as well Jackie, you really do Elvis proud. Why aren't these songs heard more publicly on radio.

[JohnnySpell]

What an excellent compilation of photos of Elvis. I really believe, as it's been said before, that Elvis has been one of the most photographed men of all time. Some of these I've never seen before and I've looked at many, many of Elvis. Thanks for posting.

[JohnnySpell]

If you remember, "A Little Less Conversation" became a hit long after Elvis' death. I think this song should be re-examined. I'm like so many of you other commenters here. I think the American Sound Studio sessions were some of the best that Elvis ever recorded. You can just tell by the sound of his voice, that his motivation is high and his creative juices are really flowing.

[emmaclaps]

There will always be those who point out the flaws and shortcommings of an individual.But there are those who left this earth a better place in spite of all who find fault.What an extraordinary talent he is.

[GlennBaldwin75]

Great editing Jackie - like most of your entries - keep up the good work

[glynamus]

Elvis was so damn good to the fans! always put his own feelings aside just to make them happy. what a human being and more.

[thormomm]

This song touches my heart just like our beautiful Elvis did. Never, never will there be another.

[RickNelsonLady]

Beautiful Song!!! The Fair Moved On and Elvis and Rick Nelson, left us with some of life's best memories!!! Thank you both!