That's Someone You Never Forget
Elvis Presley
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The way she held your hand The little things you planned Her memory is with you yet That's someone you never forget When she is far away You'll think of her each day And you know she'll wait for you That's someone you never forget Others may pass your way And let you think their love is true But you know that they'll never replace The one that waits for you
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Written by: E. PRESLEY, R. WEST
Lyrics © RALEIGH MUSIC PUBLISHING, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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11 facts about this song
Song Creators"That's Someone You Never Forget" was written by Elvis Presley himself, along with Red West, a longtime friend and bodyguard of his. This was a rare occurrence, as Presley did not usually write his own music.
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Release DateThis song, part of Presley's album "Pot Luck", was recorded on June 25, 1961, and released in June 1962.
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Alternate TakeAn alternate take of "That's Someone You Never Forget" was released in 1997 on the platinum album "Collectors Gold."
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Single ReleaseThis song became the upload side of Presley’s first post-Army single, “The Girl of My Best Friend,” in Europe. It reached no. 2 in the British charts in July 1962.
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Song InterpretationWhile the exact background of "That's Someone You Never Forget" is unclear and no specific statements have been made, it's considered to be a tribute to Presley's mother, Gladys Presley, who passed away in 1958.
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Conspiracy TheoriesSome Elvis Presley fans claim to hear a secret message in the song. According to them, when the song is played backward, it seems like Presley is singing, "We miss you Gladys."
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InfluenceDespite not being as well-known as some of Presley's other songs, "That's Someone You Never Forget" has been covered by other artists, indicating its influence within the music industry. These include covers by deep-voiced singer and guitarist John Preston and Californian artist Chris Clark.
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Album RankingOn the original pressings of the album "Pot Luck," this song is listed as the last song on the album, which indicates its importance in the album's line-up.
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Presley's FavoriteIt is often rumored among fans and music experts that "That's Someone You Never Forget" was Elvis Presley's personal favorite of all the songs he recorded.
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Music StyleMusically, the atmospheric ballad stands out in Presley’s catalog; it even includes a choir backing Presley's vocals.
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Not Featured in Any MovieIn contrast to many of Presley's other songs from the 1960s, "That's Someone You Never Forget" was not part of a film soundtrack.
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