Fame and Fortune

Elvis Presley

About Fame and Fortune

"Fame and Fortune" is a 1960 song by Elvis Presley. It was written by Fred Wise (lyrics) and Ben Weisman (music) and published by Elvis Presley's company Gladys Music, Inc. Presley recorded it on March 21, 1960 in the RCA Studio B in Nashville, Tennessee. He also sang it on the TV special The Frank Sinatra Timex Show: Welcome Home Elvis (recorded March 26, 1960, and aired on May 12 of that year). The song was first released on a single as the flipside to "Stuck on You" (RCA 47 7740). It was Presley's first post-army single. "Fame and Fortune" peaked at number 17 on the Billboard Hot 100 on the week of May 5, 1960, while "Stuck on You" spent several weeks at number 1. In the United States the single "Stuck on You" (backed with "Fame and Fortune") was certified Gold by RIAA for selling in over 1 million copies. 


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Fame and fortune
How empty they can be
But when I hold you in my arms
That's heaven to me

Who cares for fame and fortune?
They're only passing things
But the touch of your lips on mine
Makes me feel like a king

Your kind of love 
Is a treasure I hold
It's so much greater 
Than silver or gold

I know that I have nothing
If you should go away
But to know that you love me
Brings fame and fortune my way

But to know that you love me
Brings fame and fortune my way

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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: FRED WISE, BENJAMIN WEISMAN

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3 facts about this song

Historical/Cultural
"Fame and Fortune" was released by Elvis Presley in 1960 as a single, reaching number 17 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. - The song was included on Elvis Presley's album "G.I. Blues," which served as the soundtrack to the film of the same name.
Musical/Production
"Fame and Fortune" features a catchy melody with a mix of rock and roll and pop influences, showcasing Elvis Presley's versatile vocal range. - The song was written by Fred Wise and Ben Weisman, two of Elvis Presley's frequent collaborators who helped him craft many of his hits.
Personal/Lyrically
The lyrics of "Fame and Fortune" talk about the allure and pitfalls of success, reflecting on the fleeting nature of fame and the importance of staying true to oneself. - Elvis Presley's charismatic delivery and emotional depth in his performance of "Fame and Fortune" helped cement his reputation as a legendary figure in the music industry.

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