Return to Sender

Elvis Presley

About Return to Sender

"Return to Sender" is a 1962 hit single recorded by American singer Elvis Presley and performed in the film Girls! Girls! Girls! The song was written by Winfield Scott and Otis Blackwell and published by Elvis Presley Music. The song peaked at #1 on the UK Singles Chart, and was the UK Christmas number one of 1962. It also reached #2 on the American Billboard singles chart, kept out of the top spot by The Four Seasons' "Big Girls Don't Cry." However, the song reached number 1 on the rival Cash Box and Music Vendor singles charts. "Return to Sender" also went to #5 on the R&B charts. It was the first Christmas number one in Ireland, as the Irish Charts had been founded in October 1962. The single was certified "Platinum" by the RIAA for sales in excess of one million units in the US. 


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I gave a letter to the postman,
He put it his sack.
Bright and early next morning,
He brought my letter back.

She wrote upon it:
Return to sender, address unknown.
No such number, no such zone.
We had a quarrel, a lover's spat

I write I'm sorry but my letter keeps coming back.
So then I dropped it in the mailbox 
And sent it special D.
Bright and early next morning 

It came right back to me.
She wrote upon it:
Return to sender, address unknown.
No such number, no such zone.

This time I'm gonna take it myself
And put it right in her hand.
And if it comes back the very next day 
Then I'll understand the writing on it

Return to sender, address unknown.
No such person, no such zone.

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Elvis Presley

Elvis Aron Presley (January 8, 1935 – August 16, 1977) was an American singer and actor. A cultural icon, he is commonly known by the single name Elvis. One of the most popular musicians of the 20th century, he is often referred to as the "King of Rock and Roll" or simply "the King". more »

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Written by: OTIS BLACKWELL, WINFIELD SCOTT

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, RALEIGH MUSIC PUBLISHING, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.

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10 facts about this song

Song Creation
"Return to Sender" was written by Winfield Scott and Otis Blackwell.
Performance History
Elvis Presley initially recorded it on March 27, 1962.
Album Release
The song was released as part of the soundtrack for the film "Girls! Girls! Girls!".
Music Style
"Return to Sender" is considered a rock and roll song.
Chart Performance
The song peaked at number 2 on the Billboard Hot 100. - It also reached the number 1 spot on the UK Singles Chart.
Film Appearance
Beyond being part of the "Girls! Girls! Girls!" soundtrack, Elvis also performed the song within the film.
Song Theme
"Return to Sender" tells the story of a man mailing letters to a former girlfriend, who consistently returns them unopened.
Notable Recognition
"Return to Sender" is among Elvis Presley's most popular songs, often played on oldies radio stations.
Continual Influence
The song was covered by British rock and roll singer, Shakin' Stevens, in his 2005 album, "Now Listen".
Unique Element
The sound of a mail slot opening can be heard as part of the song, reinforcing the theme of the lyrics.

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