Edge of Reality

Elvis Presley

About Edge of Reality

"Edge of Reality" is a song first recorded by Elvis Presley as part of the soundtrack for his 1968 motion picture Live a Little, Love a Little, released to cinemas on October 23. In October or November 1968 it was released on a single (RCA Victor 47-9670) with "If I Can Dream" (from his soon to be released album Elvis, the soundtrack for the upcoming NBC TV comeback special) on the other side. The single was the first Presley record on the orange label. On December 1, 1970 the single "If I Can Dream" / "Edge of Reality" was re-released as part of RCA Victor's Gold Standard Series (together with 9 other Presley's singles).  


Year:
1970
3:16
448 
#2

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I walk along a thin line darling
Dark shadows follow me
Here's where life's dream lies disillusioned
The edge of reality

Oh I can hear strange voices echo
Laughing with mockery
The border line of doom I'm facing
The edge of reality

On the edge of reality she sits there tormenting me
The girl with the nameless face
On the edge of reality where she overpowers me
With fears that I can't explain
She drove me to the point of madness
The brink of misery
If she's not real then I'm condemned to
The edge of reality

On the edge of reality she sits there tormenting me
The girl with the nameless face
On the edge of reality where she overpowers me
With fears that I can't explain
She drove me to the point of madness
The brink of misery
If she's not real then I'm condemned to
The edge of reality

Reality, reality, reality, reality,
Reality, reality, reality, reality.

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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: BERNIE BAUM, BILL GIANT, FLORENCE KAYE

Lyrics © RALEIGH MUSIC PUBLISHING, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.

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7 facts about this song

Release Facts
Elvis Presley released the song "Edge of Reality" in November 1968. - This song was actually the B-side of the record, backed with "If I Can Dream."
Production Facts
"Edge of Reality" was written by Bernie Baum, Bill Giant, and Florence Kaye. All three were prominent songwriters at the time, known for their contributions to popular music. - The song was recorded by Elvis at the RCA studio in Nashville, Tennessee.
Movie Association
"Edge of Reality" is featured in the 1968 film "Live a Little, Love a Little" starring Elvis Presley himself. The surreal dream sequence in the film gives a visual to the song.
Chart Performance
Even though it was a B-side track, "Edge of Reality" attained some stature on its own. It peaked at #55 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States.
Song Interpretation
"Edge of Reality" is a dramatic pop number, the lyrics of which describe a man oscillating on the edge of reality and a dream world, struggling with the prospect of an imminent heartbreak.
Musical Style
The song is noted mainly for its psychedelic sound, a departure from Elvis' previous works. It features a stronger use of the electric guitar and vocal leaps that added an eerie touch to the lyrics.
Legacy
Over the years, "Edge of Reality" has been covered or sampled by various artists, demonstrating the timeless appeal of its unconventional rhythm and lyrical concept.

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