Fool Such as I
Elvis Presley
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Now and then, there's a fool such as I Pardon me if I'm sentimental when we say goodbye Don't be angry with me should I cry Now when you're gone, yet I'll dream a little dream as years go by Now and then, there's a fool such as I Now and then, there's a fool such as I am over you You taught me how to love and now You say that we are through I'm a fool but I'll love you dear until the day I die Now and then, there's a fool such as I Now and then, there's a fool such as I Now and then, there's a fool such as I am over you You taught me how to love and now you say that we are I'm a fool but I'll love you dear until the day I die Now and then, there's a fool such as I Now and then, there's a fool such as I Now and then, there's a fool such as I Now and then, there's a fool such as I
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Written by: WILLIAM MARVIN TRADER
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11 facts about this song
SongwritingThe song "Fool Such As I" was not originally written by Elvis Presley. It was composed and written by Bill Trader.
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Release DateThe song was first recorded and released by Hank Snow in 1952. Elvis Presley did his own rendition and released it on March 20, 1959.
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Chart PerformanceElvis's version of "Fool Such As I" was a massive hit. It reached number 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 Chart, number 1 on the Country Singles chart, and number 1 on the UK Singles Chart.
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RecordingElvis Presley recorded his version on June 10, 1958, at RCA's Nashville studios.
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ProductionThe song was produced by the renowned American producer Chet Atkins and Steve Sholes.
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Background ArtistsThe Jordanaires performed as backing vocalists, which was a group that regularly collaborated with Elvis.
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RIAA CertificationElvis Presley's version of "Fool Such As I" achieved a gold certification from the Recording Industry Association of America, marking sales of over 500,000 copies.
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Vinyl ReleaseThe song was released as a single on a 7" vinyl record, with "I Need Your Love Tonight" as the B-side.
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Army ServiceInterestingly, the time "Fool Such As I" reached the top of the charts in 1959, Elvis was serving in the U.S. Army in Germany.
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Cover VersionsDue to its popularity and success, the song has been covered by numerous artists including Bob Dylan, Petula Clark, and Rodney Crowell.
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LegacyThe song's enduring appeal is marked by its inclusion in numerous compilation albums of Elvis' hits, including "Elvis 75: Good Rockin' Tonight," a four-CD compilation celebrating the 75th anniversary of his birth.
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