She Thinks I Still Care
Elvis Presley
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Oh just because I asked a friend about her Just because I spoke her name somewhere Just because I rang her number by mistake today You know she thinks I, I still care And just because I haunt the same old places With a memory I will linger everywhere Just because I'm not the happy guy I used to be Lord, you know, she thinks I still care Well, if she's happy thinking I still need her Yea, let that silly notion bring her cheer Oh how could she ever be so foolish Tell me where did she get, lord such an idea Yea, oh lord Just because I asked a friend about her And you know, just because I spoke her name somewhere Just because, lord I saw her and went to pieces Lord, you know, she thinks I, lord, still care You know, she thinks I, I still care Lord, she thinks I still care Oh no she thinks I still care
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Written by: STEVE DUFFY, DICKEY LEE LIPSCOMB
Lyrics © GLAD MUSIC CO., Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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12 facts about this song
Song Creation• "She Thinks I Still Care" was initially recorded by Dickey Lee in 1962, making him the original singer of the song.
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Achievement• George Jones's version of the song is considered a signature song of his.
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Song Popularity• George Jones’s rendition of the song was the most popular, becoming a huge hit when he released it also in 1962.
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Song Position• Elvis Presley's version made it to number 4 on the US Country charts.
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Impact• This song became a country standard due to the popularity of George Jones' rendition and numerous artists have made cover versions since.
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Presley Version• Elvis Presley recorded his version of "She Thinks I Still Care" in 1976, more than a decade after it was first released by Dickey Lee.
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Legacy• Despite not reaching the number one spot, Elvis' rendition has been well-received by his fans and is considered a classic in his discography.
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Song Influence• Notably, the song has been covered by iconic artists such as Merle Haggard, Connie Francis, and Patty Loveless, in addition to Dickey Lee, George Jones, and Elvis Presley.
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Original Composition• "She Thinks I Still Care" was composed by songwriter Dickey Lee Lipscomb along with Steve Duffy.
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Song Style• The song is a country and western style ballad that tells the story of a man who is trying to convince himself and others that he is over his ex-lover.
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Other Versions• Apart from Dickey Lee, George Jones, and Elvis Presley recordings, the song was also recorded by artists from various genres, including pop, rock, and bluegrass, highlighting the song's wide influence and appeal.
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Lyrics Interpretation• The song's narrative, about a man feigning indifference to a lost love, has struck a chord with audiences for decades, contributing to its enduring popularity among both artists and listeners.
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