About The Song
“Suspicious Minds” is a hit song recorded by Elvis Presley in 1969, written by Mark James. Here are five facts about this iconic track:
- Signature Sound: “Suspicious Minds” is notable for its infectious melody, powerful vocals, and distinctive arrangement, featuring a memorable rhythm section and soulful backing vocals.
- Recording Session: Elvis recorded “Suspicious Minds” on January 23, 1969, during the legendary Memphis sessions at American Sound Studio. It was one of the last major hits he recorded before his career shifted toward Las Vegas performances.
- Chart Success: Upon its release, “Suspicious Minds” became a commercial success, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, marking Elvis’s first No. 1 hit in seven years. It also reached the top of the charts in several other countries.
- Crossover Appeal: “Suspicious Minds” appealed to a broad audience, crossing over from the pop charts to the R&B and country charts, showcasing Elvis’s versatility and appeal across different musical genres.
- Legacy: Regarded as one of Elvis’s greatest recordings, “Suspicious Minds” has endured as a classic in popular music. Its timeless appeal has led to numerous cover versions and appearances in various forms of media, solidifying its status as an iconic song in Elvis’s catalog.
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Lyrics
We’re caught in a trap
I can’t walk out
Because I love you too much, baby
Why can’t you see
What you’re doing to me
When you don’t believe a word I say?We can’t go on together
With suspicious minds (suspicious minds)
And we can’t build our dreams
On suspicious mindsSo if an old friend I know
Stops by to say hello
Would I still see suspicion in your eyes?
Here we go again
Asking where I’ve been
You can’t see the tears are real, I’m crying
(Yes I’m crying)We can’t go on together
With suspicious minds (suspicious minds)
And we can’t build our dreams
On suspicious mindsOh, let our love survive
I’ll dry the tears from your eyes
Let’s don’t let a good thing die
When honey, you know I’ve never lied to you
Mmm, yeah, yeahWe’re caught in a trap
I can’t walk out
Because I love you too much, baby
Why can’t you see
What you’re doing to me
When you don’t believe a word I say?Well, don’t you know I’m caught in a trap?
I can’t walk out
Because I love you too much, baby
Well, don’t you know I’m caught in a trap?
I can’t walk out
Because I love you too much, babyWell, don’t you know I’m caught in a trap?
I can’t walk out
Because I love you too much, baby
Well, don’t you know I’m caught in a trap?
I can’t walk out
Because I love you too much, babyWell, don’t you know I’m caught in a trap?
I can’t walk out
Because I love you too much, baby
Well, don’t you know I’m caught in a trap?
I can’t walk out
Because I love you too much, babyWell, don’t you know I’m caught in a trap?