The Wonder of You
Elvis Presley
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When no-one else can understand me When everything I do is wrong You give me hope and consolation You give me strength to carry on And you're always there to lend a hand In everything I do That's the wonder The wonder of you And when you smile the world is brighter You touch my hand and I'm a king Your kiss to me is worth a fortune Your love for me is everything I'll guess I'll never know the reason why You love me like you do That's the wonder The wonder of you
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Written by: BAKER KNIGHT
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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4 facts about this song
Elvis Presley's VersionElvis Presley’s version of "The Wonder of You" was released in 1970.
- This song, performed and recorded by Elvis, became one of his most famous.
- "The Wonder of You" performed by Elvis is a live recording from a show in Las Vegas.
- Although the song was not originally written for him, the lyrics perfectly capture the charisma and charm that Elvis was known for.
- Presley's version of this song reached number 9 on the Billboard Hot 100 and was his 21st number 1 hit in the UK.
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Ray Peterson's VersionThe original version of "The Wonder of You" was recorded by Ray Peterson in 1959.
- Peterson’s recording of this song was in the pop style of the late 1950s
- The song was written by Baker Knight, a prolific songwriter of the time.
- Ray Peterson's version peaked at number 25 on the Billboard Hot 100.
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The Platters' Version"The Wonder of You" was also recorded by The Platters and featured on their album "Remember When?" released in 1960.
- The Platters' version is known for its smooth vocal harmonies typical of the doo-wop genre.
- The Platters were one of the most successful vocal groups of the early rock and roll era.
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General FactsDespite the fact that three popular artists have covered "The Wonder of You," each version is markedly different, demonstrating the versatility of the song.
- More than half a century after its release, "The Wonder of You" continues to be covered by various artists worldwide.
- "The Wonder of You" is a song that speaks to an adoration for another individual, a trait that has made it widely popular for weddings and romantic occasions.
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