Introduction
“(Now and Then There’s) A Fool Such as I” is a song written by Bill Trader in 1952. Originally recorded by Hank Snow and His Rainbow Ranch Boys, the song achieved notable success, peaking at number four on the U.S. country charts in early 1953. Elvis 100 Percent+2Wikipedia+2Wikipedia+2
Elvis Presley’s rendition of the song stands out as one of its most celebrated versions. He recorded it on June 10, 1958, at RCA’s Studio B in Nashville during a brief leave from his military service. The session featured prominent musicians, including guitarists Hank Garland and Chet Atkins, bassist Bob Moore, drummers D.J. Fontana and Buddy Harman, pianist Floyd Cramer, and backing vocals by The Jordanaires, with Ray Walker providing the bass vocals. Elvis 100 Percent+2Wikipedia+2Wikipedia+2
Released as a single on March 10, 1959, with “I Need Your Love Tonight” as the A-side, Presley’s version of “(Now and Then There’s) A Fool Such as I” achieved significant commercial success. It reached number two on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 chart, number sixteen on the R&B chart, and secured the top position on the UK Singles Chart. The single also performed well internationally, attaining number one positions in Canada, Australia, and South Africa.Wikipedia+1Wikipedia+1
Over the years, the song has been covered by various artists, reflecting its enduring appeal. Notable renditions include those by Jo Stafford in 1953, which reached number twenty on the Billboard Best Seller chart, and Bob Dylan, who recorded it during the Basement Tape sessions in 1967 and later released a version in 1973. In 1990, Baillie & the Boys released their interpretation, which peaked at number five on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart. Wikipedia+1Wikipedia+1Elvis 100 Percent+2Wikipedia+2Wikipedia+2
Presley’s recording of “(Now and Then There’s) A Fool Such as I” remains a significant highlight in his discography, exemplifying his ability to reinterpret and popularize existing songs, leaving a lasting impact on the music industry.
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