Calling Elvis
Dire Straits
The easy, fast & fun way to learn how to sing: 30DaySinger.com
Calling Elvis, is anybody home Calling Elvis, I'm here all alone Did he leave the building Or can he come to the phone Calling Elvis, I'm here all alone Well tell him I was calling just to wish him well Let me leave my number, heartbreak hotel Oh love me tender, baby don't be cruel Return to sender, treat me like a fool Calling Elvis, is anybody home Calling Elvis, I'm here all alone Did he leave the building Can he come to the phone Calling Elvis, I'm here all alone Why don't you go get him, I'm his biggest fan You gotta tell him, he's still the man Long distance baby, so far from home Don't you think maybe you could put him on Well tell him I was calling just to wish him well Let me leave my number, heartbreak hotel Oh love me tender, baby don't be cruel Return to sender, treat me like a fool Calling Elvis, is anybody home Calling Elvis, I'm here all alone Did he leave the building Can he come to the phone Calling Elvis, I'm here all alone
The easy, fast & fun way to learn how to sing: 30DaySinger.com
8 fans
Written by: Mark Knopfler
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
10 facts about this song
Song Inspiration"Calling Elvis" was inspired by Mark Knopfler's brother-in-law, who joked about how trying to reach Mark was like trying to call Elvis Presley.
|
Album LaunchThe song was released as the first track on Dire Straits' sixth studio album titled "On Every Street" in 1991.
|
Single Release"Calling Elvis" was released as a single and reached number 21 in the UK Singles Charts but was not as successful in the USA where it peaked at number 68 on the Billboard Hot 100.
|
Music VideoThe music video for "Calling Elvis" was directed by Gerrit van der Meer and features a mix of live action and claymation.
|
Live PerformancesThe song became a staple in Dire Straits' live performances and was often extended with lengthy guitar solos by Mark Knopfler.
|
MeaningThe song is considered a metaphorical take on fame and adulation, paralleling the extreme fan obsession Elvis Presley faced with the experience of Dire Straits and Mark Knopfler.
|
Album SuccessThe album "On Every Street", which features "Calling Elvis," sold 8 million copies worldwide despite mixed critical reviews.
|
Song Duration"Calling Elvis" is one of Dire Straits' longest songs, with album version lasting 6:26 minutes and the live version often exceeding 10 minutes.
|
Song StyleThe song is known for its distinct riff and catchy chorus, which showcases Mark Knopfler's unique fingerstyle guitar technique.
|
Last Top Hit"Calling Elvis" was one of the last songs by Dire Straits to achieve a high position in the charts before they disbanded in 1995.
|
Citation
Use the citation below to add these lyrics to your bibliography:
Style:MLAChicagoAPA
"Calling Elvis Lyrics." Lyrics.com. STANDS4 LLC, 2024. Web. 18 Apr. 2024. <https://www.lyrics.com/lyric/25845494/Dire+Straits/Calling+Elvis>.
Powered by CITE.ME
Discuss the Calling Elvis Lyrics with the community:
Report Comment
We're doing our best to make sure our content is useful, accurate and safe.
If by any chance you spot an inappropriate comment while navigating through our website please use this form to let us know, and we'll take care of it shortly.
Attachment
You need to be logged in to favorite.
Log In