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Elvis Presley – Didja’ Ever

Elvis Presley,Didja Ever

Introduction:

Didja’ Ever, a playful and energetic rock and roll song, was released in 1960 by the iconic singer Elvis Presley. By this point in his career, Elvis was already a major force in popular music, having revolutionized the scene with his energetic performances and charismatic stage presence. Didja’ Ever was featured in the film G.I. Blues, Presley’s second starring role following his breakout success in “Love Me Tender” three years prior. The film itself was a critical and commercial success, further solidifying Presley’s status as a movie star alongside his musical fame.

Didja’ Ever was not originally intended for the film. Songwriters Sid Wayne and Sherman Edwards composed it for the teenage idol singer Connie Francis, but it ultimately ended up in Presley’s hands. The switch proved to be a good fit. The song’s playful lyrics perfectly suited Presley’s persona, casting him as a charming young soldier flirting with a potential romantic interest. The melody itself is catchy and upbeat, featuring a driving rhythm section and prominent use of the tambourine. Presley’s charismatic vocals and signature snarls elevate the song further, giving it an irresistible energy.

Didja’ Ever was not a chart-topping hit on the scale of some of Presley’s other singles. It reached number 15 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, a respectable showing but not quite breaking into the Top 10. However, the song has endured as a fan favorite thanks to its inclusion in the popular film G.I. Blues. The song’s upbeat tempo and playful lyrics continue to resonate with audiences, and it’s frequently included on compilation albums and performed by tribute artists. Didja’ Ever stands as a fun and charismatic example of Elvis Presley’s rock and roll prowess at its peak, further solidifying his legacy as the undisputed King of Rock and Roll.

Video:

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Lyrics:

Didja’ everDidja’ ever getDidja’ ever get oneDidja’ ever get one of them
Didja’ ever get one of them days, boyDidja’ ever get one of them daysWhen nothin’ is right from mornin’ till nightDidja’ ever get one of them days boysDidja’ ever get one of them days
Ya get up in the morning and turn the shower onYou’re gettin’ pneumonia, the hot water is goneFreezin’, sneezin’, you wanna dry your back, a wellDidja’ ever get one of them days when there’s no towel on the rack(Yeah, rack, rack, rack, rack, rack, rack, rack, rack)
Didja’ everDidja’ ever getDidja’ ever get oneDidja’ ever get one of them girls
Didja’ ever get one of them girls, boysDidja’ ever get one of them girlsWho’s awful nice but cold as iceDidja’ ever get one of them girls, boysDidja’ ever get one of them girls(Yeah, girls, girls, girls, girls, girls, girls, girls, girls)
You’re at a drive-in movie with a cute brunetteA countin’ on the kisses that you figure to getCloser, closer, then she hollers, “woah!”Didja’ ever get one of them girls who just wants to watch the show(Yeah, show, show, show, show, show, show, show, show)
Didja’ everDidja’ ever getDidja’ ever get oneDidja’ ever get one of themDidja’ ever get one of them days
Didja’ ever get one of them days, boysDidja’ ever get one of them daysWhen nothin’ is rightFrom mornin’ to nightDidja’ ever get one of them days, boyDidja’ ever get one of them days(Yeah, days, days, days, days, days, days, days, days)
You’re on a Sunday picnic and then it starts to pourYou run through poison ivy, scratch until you are soreAnts come dancin’, carry off the breadDidja’ ever get one of them days when you should-a stayed in bed(Yeah, days, days, days, days, days, days, days, days)
Didja’ everDidja’ ever getDidja’ ever get oneDidja’ ever get one of themDaysOne of them days

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