Introduction:
“All Shook Up” is a vibrant rock and roll song famously performed by Elvis Presley in 1957. Written by Otis Blackwell and Elvis Presley, the song features a catchy melody, energetic rhythm, and Presley’s signature vocal delivery, making it an instant hit upon its release. “All Shook Up” exemplifies the exuberance and excitement of the rock and roll era, and it quickly became one of Presley’s most iconic and enduring songs, cementing his status as the King of Rock and Roll.
Did You Know?
- Otis Blackwell, a prolific songwriter known for penning hits such as “Don’t Be Cruel” and “Return to Sender,” wrote “All Shook Up” in just ten minutes, inspired by a conversation he had with a friend about the phrase “all shook up.” Elvis Presley heard Blackwell’s demo of the song and immediately knew it was a perfect fit for his style.
- “All Shook Up” was recorded by Elvis Presley on January 12, 1957, at RCA Studios in Nashville, Tennessee, during a marathon recording session. The song features Presley’s dynamic vocals accompanied by a driving rhythm section, punctuated by Scotty Moore’s electrifying guitar riffs and Floyd Cramer’s lively piano playing.
- Released as a single in March 1957, “All Shook Up” topped the charts in both the United States and the United Kingdom, becoming Elvis Presley’s first number one hit of the year. The song’s infectious melody and memorable lyrics, which capture the exhilarating feeling of falling in love, resonated with listeners of all ages.
- “All Shook Up” spent eight weeks at the top of the Billboard Hot 100 chart, solidifying Elvis Presley’s reputation as a chart-topping artist and further establishing rock and roll as a dominant force in popular music. The song’s success helped propel Presley’s career to new heights and contributed to the widespread cultural phenomenon known as “Elvismania.”
- Over the years, “All Shook Up” has been covered by numerous artists and featured in various films, television shows, and commercials, attesting to its enduring popularity and lasting impact on popular culture. With its infectious rhythm and timeless appeal, “All Shook Up” remains a beloved classic in the rock and roll canon, ensuring its place in music history for generations to come.
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Lyrics
Oh, well, a-bless my soul, but what’s wrong with me?I’m itchin’ like a man on a fuzzy treeMy friends say I’m actin’ wild as a bugI’m in loveI’m all shook upMm-mm, yeah, yeah, yeahOh, well, my hands are shaky, and my knees are weakI can’t seem to stand on my own two feetWho do you thank when you have such luck?I’m in loveI’m all shook upMm-mm, yeah, yeah, yeahWell, please, don’t ask me what’s upon my mindI’m a little mixed up, but I feel fineWhen I’m near the girl that I love bestMy heart beats, so it scares me to deathWhen she touched my hand, what a chill I gotHer lips are like a volcano that’s hotI’m proud to say that she’s my buttercupI’m in loveI’m all shook upMm-mm, yeah, yeah, yeahMy tongue gets tied when I try to speakMy insides shake like a leaf on a treeThere’s only one cure for this body of mineThat’s to have that girl that I love so fineWhen she touched my hand, a-what a chill I gotHer lips are like a volcano that’s hotI’m proud to say that she’s my buttercupI’m in loveI’m all shook upMm-mm, yeah, yeah, yeahMm-mm, yeah, yeah, I’m all shook up