Elvis Presley, the iconic King of Rock and Roll, delivered a poignant and soulful ballad with his 1969 song “Stranger in My Own Hometown.”
The song, penned by Percy Mayfield, paints a vivid picture of a man returning to his hometown only to be met with alienation and unfamiliarity.
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Presley’s heartfelt vocals and the song’s melancholic melody capture the essence of loneliness and displacement, making it a timeless classic.
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“Stranger in My Own Hometown” was recorded during Presley’s famed “Memphis Sessions” in 1969.
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The song was a departure from Presley’s usual rock and roll style, showcasing his versatility as a vocalist.
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“Stranger in My Own Hometown” was included on Presley’s double album “From Memphis to Vegas/From Vegas to Memphis.”
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The song received critical acclaim, with many praising Presley’s soulful delivery.
“Stranger In My Own Home Town”
Like a stranger in my own home town
I’m like a stranger
Like a stranger in my own home townMy so called friends stopped being friendly
Oh but you can’t keep a good man down
Oh no, can’t get him down
I came home with good intentions
About 5 or 6 years ago
I came home with good intentions
About 5 or 6 years ago
But my home town won’t accept me
Just don’t feel welcome here no more
My home town won’t accept me
Just don’t feel welcome here no more
I came home with good intentions
About 5 or 6 years ago, yes I did
I came home with good intentions
About 5 or 6 years ago
But my home town won’t accept me
Just don’t feel welcome here no more
I’m like a stranger, like a stranger in my own home town
Yeah, I’m like a stranger, like a stranger in my own home town
My so called friends stopped being friendly
Oh but you can’t keep a good man down
I came home with good intentions
About 5 or 6 years ago, yes I did
I came home with good intentions
About 5 or 6 years ago
My so called friends stopped being friendly
Oh but you can’t keep a good man down
I’m like a stranger, like a stranger in my own home town
I’m like a stranger, like a stranger in my own home town
My so called friends stopped being friendly
Oh but you can’t keep a good man down