Return To Sender
Elvis Presley
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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 person, 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 number, no such zone.
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Written by: OTIS BLACKWELL, WINFIELD SCOTT
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10 facts about this song
Song Creation"Return to Sender" was written by Winfield Scott and Otis Blackwell.
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Performance HistoryElvis Presley initially recorded it on March 27, 1962.
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Album ReleaseThe song was released as part of the soundtrack for the film "Girls! Girls! Girls!".
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Music Style"Return to Sender" is considered a rock and roll song.
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Chart PerformanceThe song peaked at number 2 on the Billboard Hot 100.
- It also reached the number 1 spot on the UK Singles Chart.
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Film AppearanceBeyond being part of the "Girls! Girls! Girls!" soundtrack, Elvis also performed the song within the film.
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Song Theme"Return to Sender" tells the story of a man mailing letters to a former girlfriend, who consistently returns them unopened.
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Notable Recognition"Return to Sender" is among Elvis Presley's most popular songs, often played on oldies radio stations.
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Continual InfluenceThe song was covered by British rock and roll singer, Shakin' Stevens, in his 2005 album, "Now Listen".
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Unique ElementThe sound of a mail slot opening can be heard as part of the song, reinforcing the theme of the lyrics.
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