Elvis Presley Poor Boy (Stereo Version)

Elvis Presley Poor Boy (Stereo)
Vera Matson and Elvis are credited with writing this song, but it was actually written by Vera's husband, Ken Darby, who was the musical director for the film. It was recorded either August 2 or September 24, 1956 at Radio Recorders. It was featured in the movie Love Me Tender. The movie version had hand clapping and girls screaming. Based on its appearance in the EP Love Me Tender, it reached #35 on Billboard's Top 100 chart and had an 11-week stay. This is the Stereo version of the song, and it is one verse shorter. It is available on the Jailhouse Rock/Love Me Tender soundtrack compilation.

They call me poor boy, poor boy, poor boy
But I ain't lonesome and I ain't blue
'Cause I could never be a poor boy
As long as I've got a dolly like you

Ain't got a crust, ain't got a cent
Can't buy a jug, can't pay the rent
I got a heart full of dreams
And a lot of memories
And that's enough for me

They call me poor boy, poor boy, poor boy
But I ain't lonesome and I ain't blue
'Cause I could never be a poor boy
As long as I've got a dolly like you

Can't buy a house, can't buy a lot
Ain't got a bean, ain't got a pot
But what I got is a heart full of
Love and memories
And that's enough for me

They call me poor boy, poor boy, poor boy
But I ain't lonesome and I ain't blue
'Cause I could never be a poor boy
As long as I've got a dolly like
I've got a dolly like,
I've got a dolly like you

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• (Stereo
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[ElvisSacramento]

This is such an absolutely spectacular, fun and underrated song. This song should definitely be way better known than it actually is. Elvis will definitely always be the greatest singer, entertainer and celebrity. Elvis will definitely also always have the greatest voice, charisma, concerts and fans. This entire video was absolutely magnificent, 10 Stars as always Jackie.

[menise11]

The KING #1 FOR EVER

[MsShirleyD]

Very nice song. Thank you for posting..



[grungeisdead371]

its so funny. i used to watch this movie when i was 6. Here i am at 16 and i still know the words, even though i havent heard it for 10 years. he had such a great voice.

[fabiobeatle]

Great sound!

Greaat song!

[candefop]

nice video

nice song and pics

Thanks

Elvis is the best

He makes every song something special

[candefop]

@ElvisSacramento oh yes you´re so right

He is absolutly the best ever

[milliondollarredhead]

I have never heard this by Elvis! I've been an Elvis fan for what seems like forever...but I've discovered so many songs I've never heard him perform on You Tube...thanks to people like you! Beautiful job! 10+ stars & More! Warmly, Red

[kotilo375]

Hi Jackie!

This song is very wonderful and pictures are great!! 5 stars.

Maria :))

[ElvisLover1958]

awesome!!!!!!!

this is one of my 15yr old daughters fave song :)

loved it

annette x