OldiesButGoodies

Country

Elvis Presley – I Beg Of You

I Beg of You - song and lyrics by Elvis Presley | Spotify

Introduction:

In 1958, a different side of Elvis Presley, the soon-to-be-crowned King of Rock and Roll, emerged with the release of the ballad I Beg Of You. This tender plea for a lover’s return showcased Presley’s remarkable vocal range and versatility, proving he wasn’t a one-trick pony. While rock and roll anthems fueled his meteoric rise, I Beg Of You displayed his talent for emotionally charged ballads that would become a staple of his career.

I Beg Of You wasn’t a product of Presley himself, but came from the pens of songwriters Rose Marie McCoy and Kelly Owens. It was released as the B-side to another Presley ballad, Don’t, but quickly captured the hearts of listeners. Produced by RCA Victor, the song became a hit, reaching number eight on the Billboard Top 100 chart in February of 1958. This success further solidified Presley’s place as a major force in the music industry, proving his appeal extended far beyond the energetic rock and roll sound that initially grabbed the nation’s attention.

I Beg Of You stands out from the rest of the songs on Presley’s debut album, Elvis Presley (1957), which is largely credited with launching the rock and roll revolution. The album featured high-octane tracks like Tutti Frutti and Heartbreak Hotel, showcasing Presley’s charisma and his undeniable influence on music and pop culture. I Beg Of You, nestled amongst these rockin’ numbers, offered a glimpse into Presley’s remarkable vocal abilities and his capacity to deliver a powerful performance across genres.

The impact of I Beg Of You wasn’t limited to the charts. It became a cornerstone of Presley’s live performances, allowing him to connect with audiences on a more intimate level. His heartfelt delivery of the song resonated with fans, establishing him not just as a rocker but a talented vocalist with a vast emotional range.

I Beg Of You remains a significant track in Presley’s extensive catalog. It serves as a testament to his versatility as a musician and continues to be a favorite among fans. The song’s enduring legacy proves that even the King of Rock and Roll could deliver a moving ballad that would stay relevant for decades.

Video:

https://youtu.be/NwPkh62NBVg?si=OaGRBmsnTy1HOaWO

Lyrics:

I don’t want my heart to be broken‘Cause it’s the only one I’ve gotSo, darling, please, be carefulYou know I care a lotDarling, please, don’t break my heartI beg of you
I don’t want no tears a-fallingYou know I hate to cryBut that’s what’s bound to happenIf you only say goodbyeDarling, please, don’t say goodbyeI beg of you
Hold my hand and promiseThat you’ll always love me trueMake me know you’ll love meThe same way I love you, little girl
You got me at your mercyNow that I’m in love with youSo, please, don’t take advantage‘Cause you know my love is trueDarling, please, please, love me tooI beg of you
Hold my hand and promiseThat you’ll always love me trueMake me know you’ll love meThe same way I love you, little girl
You got me at your mercyNow that I’m in love with youSo, please, don’t take advantage‘Cause you know my love is trueDarling, please, please, love me tooI beg of you
Darling, please, please, love me tooI beg of you
Darling, please, please, love me tooI beg of you

Related Post

Merle Haggard’s childhood was becoming increasingly chaotic when something entered his life that would eventually change everything: a guitar. His older brother Lowell gave him one when Merle was around 12. Merle began teaching himself, absorbing the records and styles of country heroes such as Bob Wills, Lefty Frizzell and Hank Williams. There were no expensive lessons preparing him for Nashville. There was simply a troubled California kid listening closely and learning how another man’s sadness could live inside a melody. Merle would still make plenty of mistakes. Music didn’t instantly rescue him from running away, juvenile detention or eventually prison. But the guitar remained. Years later, millions would recognize Merle’s voice within seconds. Perhaps that’s because he wasn’t merely learning how to sing songs as a boy. He was slowly learning how to tell the truth about his own life.

Merle Haggard rarely needed to invent heartbreak. He had known it since childhood. In 1946, when Merle was only nine years old, his father, James Haggard, died following a stroke. For a boy who deeply needed his father’s presence, the loss became a turning point. His mother, Flossie, worked to support the family. Merle, meanwhile, became increasingly restless. He skipped school, ran away, got into trouble, and began a long journey through juvenile institutions that eventually led somewhere far darker. Looking back at his life, it is difficult not to see that nine-year-old boy behind many of the adult Merle Haggard’s songs. People later called him a rebel, an outlaw and a survivor. But before any of those labels existed, there was simply a grieving boy who had lost his dad—and never seemed to completely outrun that loss.

THE RAREST BEE GEES MOMENT OF ALL — FOUR GIBB BROTHERS, ONE SONG, ONE STAGE… AND A MEMORY FILLED WITH BOTH JOY AND HEARTBREAK.

You Missed

Oldies Music

Even though he could barely stay on his feet, Robin Gibb kept singing. As thousands cheered for the Bee Gees icon, few realized the grueling struggle he was concealing—turning what seemed like an ordinary performance into something far more heart-wrenching.

Oldies Music

“CLIFF RICHARD AND OLIVIA NEWTON-JOHN SHARED DECADES OF MUSIC, LAUGHTER, AND FRIENDSHIP — BUT IN AUGUST 2022, CLIFF HAD TO SAY GOODBYE TO A WOMAN WHO HAD BEEN PART OF HIS LIFE FOR MORE THAN HALF A CENTURY…” Long before Olivia Newton-John became an international superstar through Grease and her remarkable recording career, she and Cliff Richard had already formed a musical connection. Their friendship grew during the early 1970s, when Olivia appeared on Cliff’s television show and the two performers began sharing music with audiences. In 1971, they recorded “Don’t Move Away,” one of their early collaborations. Over the following decades, their careers took different paths, but their friendship endured. They reunited for performances, shared memorable musical moments, and remained connected through an industry that was constantly changing. Then, on August 8, 2022, Olivia Newton-John died at the age of 73 following a long experience with breast cancer. For Cliff, it meant losing a friend whose presence had been woven into his musical life for decades. Their old performances suddenly carried a different emotional weight. The smiles, familiar melodies, and effortless warmth between them became reminders of a friendship that could no longer continue in person. Some musical partnerships are remembered for the records they produce. Others are remembered because the affection between two people seems to survive long after the final note. For Cliff Richard and Olivia Newton-John, their story was always about more than music.

Oldies Music

“AFTER NEARLY TWO DECADES IN MUSIC, CLIFF RICHARD WAS NO LONGER THE TEENAGE IDOL BRITAIN ONCE KNEW — THEN A SONG CALLED ‘DEVIL WOMAN’ GAVE HIM SOMETHING HE HAD NEVER TRULY ACHIEVED BEFORE…” By 1976, Cliff Richard had already experienced a lifetime of fame. He had been Britain’s answer to Elvis Presley, starred in successful films, and recorded songs that defined an entire generation. But the music world had changed. The Beatles had transformed British pop, new artists were dominating the charts, and the young rock-and-roll rebel of 1958 was now a 35-year-old performer searching for his place in a different musical era. Then came “Devil Woman.” Written by Terry Britten and Christine Holmes, the mysterious, guitar-driven song sounded unlike many of Cliff’s earlier hits. It became one of the defining recordings of his career. In Britain, it reached No. 9. But the real surprise came across the Atlantic. “Devil Woman” climbed to No. 6 on the Billboard Hot 100, giving Cliff his first major breakthrough in the American pop market. After nearly twenty years of success at home, he was finally reaching a new generation of listeners in the United States. It was more than another hit record. It proved that a singer who had emerged in the 1950s could still sound fresh in the 1970s. Cliff Richard hadn’t simply survived changing musical fashions. With “Devil Woman,” he reminded the world that his story was far from over.

Oldies Music

“Shadow Dancing” Put Andy Gibb’s Name on the Record—and All Four Brothers Behind the Song. In 1978, “Shadow Dancing” reached number one in America under Andy Gibb’s name. Its songwriting credit told a wider family story: Andy, Barry, Robin, and Maurice had written it together. The collaboration took shape in Los Angeles while the older brothers were working on the Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band film. Andy was building a solo career, and this record gave that career another defining success. Barry also shared production duties with Albhy Galuten and Karl Richardson, connecting Andy’s recording to the studio team behind the Bee Gees’ recent hits. Yet Andy remained the featured singer, carrying the song in his own voice. “Shadow Dancing” became his third consecutive American number one and Billboard’s leading single of 1978. Behind that individual achievement sits a rare, concrete document of all four Gibb brothers working on the same composition.