Introduction
“First in Line” is a poignant ballad by Elvis Presley, recorded in 1956 and featured on his self-titled second album, Elvis. The song was penned by songwriters Aaron Schroeder and Ben Weisman, with this track marking the first collaboration between Weisman and Presley.
The composition is characterized by its plaintive melody and heartfelt lyrics, capturing the vulnerability and emotional depth that Presley often conveyed in his performances. Notably, Presley was reportedly dissatisfied with his initial renditions, necessitating 27 takes before he felt the recording met his standards.
The recording sessions took place at Radio Recorders Studio in Hollywood, California, on September 3, 1956.
This period was marked by Presley’s transition from Sun Records to RCA Victor, a move that significantly influenced his musical direction and production quality.
Upon its release, “First in Line” was included in the Elvis album, which achieved remarkable commercial success, spending ten weeks at number one on the Billboard Top Pop Albums chart in 1956. The album was also the first rock and roll album to surpass one million units sold.
For a visual experience of the song, you can watch the official music video below:
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