Elvis Presley – “Judy”

Introduction

“Judy” is a song that Elvis Presley recorded in 1961, showcasing his versatility during the early 1960s. Originally written and released by Teddy Redell in 1960, the track was later covered by Elvis and included in his 1961 album Something for Everybody. ​Wikipedia, la enciclopedia libre+9Wikipedia, la enciclopedia libre+9Wikipedia+9

Elvis’s version was recorded on March 13, 1961, at RCA’s Studio B in Nashville. The recording featured a lineup of talented musicians:​Elvis Presley Official Site+1Wikipedia, la enciclopedia libre+1

• Guitars: Hank Garland, Scotty Moore, and Elvis Presley​Elvis Presley Official Site

• Bass: Bob Moore​Elvis Presley Official Site

• Drums: Buddy Harman and D.J. Fontana​Elvis Presley Official Site

• Piano: Floyd Cramer​Elvis Presley Official Site+1Wikipedia, la enciclopedia libre+1

• Saxophone: Boots Randolph​Elvis Presley Official Site

• Backing Vocals: Millie Kirkham and The Jordanaires​elvissongpedia.greggers.net+3Elvis Presley Official Site+3Wikipedia, la enciclopedia libre+3

The song was released as a single in 1967, with “There’s Always Me” as the A-side and “Judy” as the B-side. It achieved modest success, peaking at number 78 on the Billboard Hot 100 during the week of September 30, 1967. ​Wikipedia, la enciclopedia libre+4Wikipedia+4Wikipedia, la enciclopedia libre+4Wikipedia, la enciclopedia libre+1Wikipedia+1

The lyrics of “Judy” narrate the story of a man who is deeply enamored with a woman named Judy, expressing his admiration and affection. The song’s medium-tempo boogie rhythm and Elvis’s expressive baritone voice contribute to its enduring charm. ​elvissongpedia.greggers.net

While “Judy” may not have achieved significant chart success, it remains a noteworthy example of Elvis’s ability to reinterpret songs, adding his unique flair to Teddy Redell’s original composition. The track offers listeners a glimpse into the musical landscape of the early 1960s and Elvis’s artistic range during this period.​Wikipedia+4Wikipedia, la enciclopedia libre+4SecondHandSongs+4

For a deeper appreciation of Elvis’s rendition, you can listen to the song below:

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