About The Song
“She’s Not You” is a song recorded by American singer Elvis Presley, released in 1962. Written by Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller, it is a ballad about a man who is still in love with his former girlfriend, even though he is now with someone else. The song topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States and reached number five in the United Kingdom.
The song’s lyrics tell the story of a man who is trying to forget his former lover, but he cannot stop thinking about her. He compares his new girlfriend to her, and finds that she comes up short. He realizes that he will never love anyone the way he loved his former girlfriend.
The song is a classic example of Presley’s vocal power. He sings with passion and emotion, and his voice conveys the pain and heartache of the lyrics. The song’s melody is simple but effective, and it builds to a powerful crescendo at the end.
“She’s Not You” is a timeless ballad about love and loss. It is a song that will resonate with anyone who has ever experienced heartbreak. The song’s simple message is that true love never dies.
Background and recording
“She’s Not You” was written by Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller, who had previously written several other hits for Presley, including “Jailhouse Rock” and “Don’t Be Cruel”. The song was recorded on March 19, 1962, at RCA Studio B in Nashville, Tennessee. The session was produced by Steve Sholes.
Personnel
- Elvis Presley – vocals
- The Jordanaires – backing vocals
- Scotty Moore – lead guitar
- Hank Garland – rhythm guitar
- Floyd Cramer – piano
- Bob Moore – bass
- D.J. Fontana – drums
Release and reception
“She’s Not You” was released as a single on April 23, 1962. The song reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States and number five on the UK Singles Chart. It was also a hit in several other countries, including Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.
The song was praised by critics for Presley’s vocal performance and the song’s lyrics. It has been covered by many artists, including The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, and Roy Orbison.
Legacy
“She’s Not You” is considered one of Elvis Presley’s greatest songs. It has been included on several of his compilation albums, and it was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 1998. The song is still popular today, and it is often played on classic rock radio stations.
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Lyrics
Her hair is soft and her eyes are oh so blue
She’s all the things a girl should be
But she’s not you
She knows just how to make me laugh when I feel blue
She’s everything a man could want
But she’s not you
And when we’re dancing
It almost feels the same
I’ve got to stop myself from
Whispering your name
She even kisses me like you used to do
And it’s just breaking my heart
‘Cause she’s not you
And it’s just breaking my heart
‘Cause she’s not you
And when we’re dancing
It almost feels the same
I’ve got to stop myself from
Whispering your name
She even kisses me like you used to do
And it’s just breaking my heart
‘Cause she’s not you
And it’s just breaking my heart
‘Cause she’s not you