Trouble
Elvis Presley
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If you're looking for trouble You came to the right place If you're looking for trouble Just look right in my face I was born standing up and talking back My daddy was a green-eyed mountain jack Because I'm evil, my middle name is misery Well, I'm evil, so don't you mess around with me I've never looked for trouble But I've never ran I don't take no orders From no kind of man I'm only made out of flesh, blood, and bone But if you're gonna start a rumble Don't you try it on alone Because I'm evil, my middle name is misery Well I'm evil, so don't you mess around with me I'm evil, evil, evil as can be I'm evil, evil, evil as can be So don't mess around, don't mess around Don't mess around with me I'm evil, I'm evil, evil, evil So don't mess around, don't mess around with me I'm evil--I tell you I'm evil So don't mess around with me Yeah
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Written by: DAVID COVERDALE, BERNIE MARSDEN
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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12 facts about this song
Artist Origins"Trouble" is a song performed by Elvis Presley, who is widely regarded as one of the most significant cultural icons of the 20th century.
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Song CompositionThe song was written by Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller, who were a famous songwriting and record producing team.
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Album InformationIt was originally featured on the soundtrack for Presley's 1958 motion picture, "King Creole."
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Song Release"Trouble" was released as a single in 1958. The other side of the single was the track "Dixieland Rock."
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Performance DebutElvis first performed "Trouble" in the film "King Creole," one of his early acting ventures.
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Song ThemeThe song is known for its rebellious vibe and Elvis's confident swagger, reflecting his image as a 'bad boy' of rock and roll during that time.
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Charts SuccessAlthough not as commercially successful as some of his other hits, "Trouble" remains one of Presley's most memorable performances from his filmography.
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Cover VersionsThere have been several cover versions of "Trouble" by artists from different music genres, such as rockabilly musician Robert Gordon and glam rock band Smokie.
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Song LyricsThe song became notable for its opening lyrics, "If you're looking for trouble, You came to the right place. If you're looking for trouble, Just look right in my face."
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In Popular Culture"Trouble" was used in the 1992 film "Honeymoon in Vegas" in a scene featuring Presley impersonators. It's also featured in the 2001 film "3000 Miles to Graceland," another movie heavily featuring Elvis impersonators.
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Musical Evolution"Trouble" is a prime example of the evolution of Elvis's music in the late 1950s, moving from pure rock and roll towards a more blues and jazz influenced style.
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Unforgettable PerformanceElvis's performance of "Trouble" in "King Creole" is often cited as one of his most electrifying on-screen moments.
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