Just Pretend
Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Elvis Presley, Helene Fischer
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Just pretend, I'm holding you And whispering things soft and low And think of me, how it's gonna be, Just pretend I didn't go When I walked away, I heard you say If you need me, you know what to do I knew it then, I'd be back again Just pretend I'm right there with you And I'll come flying to you, oh yes All the crying is true Oh, I will hold you and love you again But until then, well just pretend Oh, it's funny but I can't recall the things We said or why you're crying But now I know it was wrong to go I belong here by your side
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Written by: Doug Flett, Guy Fletcher
Lyrics © RALEIGH MUSIC PUBLISHING, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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10 facts about this song
Song Credits"Just Pretend" is a song recorded by American singer and actor Elvis Presley. The tune was written by Guy Fletcher and Doug Flett.
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Album ReleaseThe song was released as part of the album "That's the Way It Is" in November 1970.
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PopularityAlthough it was never released as a single, "Just Pretend" remains a popular song among fans and is highly regarded as one of the best songs from the "That's the Way It Is" album.
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Elvis's Musical StyleThis song is a classic example of Presley's crooning style, combining elements of pop, country, and rhythm and blues to create his distinctive sound.
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PerformanceElvis performed "Just Pretend" during the filming of the MGM concert film "Elvis: That's the Way It Is," which was released in 1970.
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Covers"Just Pretend" has been covered by various artists such as the English singer and songwriter BJ Thomas.
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Posthumous CollaborationsIn 2015, the song was remixed with the voice of Helene Fischer for the album "The Wonder of You: Elvis Presley with The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra."
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Music ArrangementThis piece highlights Presley's unique vocal ability and distinct musical styling. The melody is presented with a vast instrumental arrangement, including piano, percussion, strings, and horns.
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Lyrical Content"Just Pretend" is a heartbreaking ballad about a man who is still in love with a woman who has left him, begging her to pretend they're still together as he can't move on.
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LegacyDespite its relative obscurity compared to Elvis's biggest hits, "Just Pretend" has been recognized by many fans and critics as an underrated classic in the King's extensive song catalog.
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