The King Returns: ‘Bringin’ It Back’ by Elvis Presley (1976)

Elvis Presley’s “(You’re So Square) Baby I Don’t Care” is a rock and roll song written by Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller. It was first recorded by Presley in 1958 and released as a single on February 10, 1959. The song reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States and number two on the UK Singles Chart.

The song is a departure from Presley’s earlier rockabilly sound, with a more pop-oriented arrangement. The lyrics tell the story of a young man who is in love with a girl who is considered “square” by his friends. He doesn’t care what they think, however, and he is determined to win her over.

“(You’re So Square) Baby I Don’t Care” was a critical and commercial success, and it helped to cement Presley’s status as one of the most popular singers in the world. The song has been covered by many artists, including The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, and Bob Dylan.

The song’s title is a reference to the term “square”, which was used in the 1950s to describe someone who was considered old-fashioned or uncool. The young man in the song is telling his girlfriend that he doesn’t care that she is considered square by his friends. He loves her for who she is, and he doesn’t care what anyone else thinks.

The song’s lyrics are also notable for their use of slang terms from the 1950s. For example, the term “hep” is used to describe someone who is cool or fashionable. The term “cat” is used to refer to a person, and the term “dig” is used to mean “to understand” or “to appreciate”.

“(You’re So Square) Baby I Don’t Care” is a classic example of a 1950s rock and roll song. It is a catchy, upbeat song with a simple message of love and acceptance. The song has been enjoyed by generations of listeners, and it continues to be a popular choice for cover artists.

Here are some additional details about the song and its recording:

• The song was recorded at Radio Recorders in Hollywood, California, on February 3, 1958.
• The song was produced by Sam Phillips.
• The song’s backing track was recorded by Presley’s regular band, the Scotty Moore Trio, with the addition of pianist Floyd Cramer.
• The song was released as a single on February 10, 1959, with the B-side “I Got Stung”.
• The song reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States and number two on the UK Singles Chart.
• The song has been covered by many artists, including The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, and Bob Dylan.

“Bringing It Back”