Elvis Presley, the King of Rock and Roll, was known for his electrifying stage presence and his ability to captivate audiences with his powerful vocals and charismatic persona.
However, his musical talents extended far beyond rock and roll, as he seamlessly transitioned into other genres, including country and gospel.
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One such example is his 1970 rendition of Anne Murray’s “Snowbird,” a heartfelt ballad that showcased Presley’s versatility and emotional depth.
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Elvis Presley recorded “Snowbird” in September 1970 at RCA’s Studio B in Nashville, Tennessee.
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The song was released on the 1971 album “Elvis Country” (I’m 10,000 Years Old).
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While the original version by Anne Murray topped the Canadian charts in 1970, Presley’s cover gained significant popularity in the United States, reaching number 54 on the Billboard Hot 100.
“Snowbird”
The unborn grass lies waiting
for its coat to turn to green
The snowbird sings a song he always sings
that will bloom again in springWhen I was young my heart was young then too
Anything that it would tell me,
that’s the thing that I would do
For the thing that I want most in life
Is the thing I can’t winSpread your tiny wings and fly away
And take the snow back with you
Where it came from on that day
And if I could you know
that I would fly away with youThe breeze along the river seems to say
That she’ll only break my heart again
should I decide to stay
To that land of gentle breezes
where the peaceful waters flow