About the song
“**Yoga Is As Yoga Does**” is a lesser-known gem from the King of Rock and Roll, **Elvis Presley**, released in 1967 as part of his *Clambake* movie soundtrack. Though **Elvis Presley** was primarily recognized for his rock, blues, and ballad hits, this song demonstrates his versatility and ability to experiment with different genres and themes. This track, with its lighthearted and quirky approach, is a perfect example of the more playful side of his musical career during the late 1960s.
At first glance, the title of the song might seem like a fun, casual phrase, but it touches on the growing trend of interest in yoga and Eastern philosophies that had begun to captivate Western society in the 1960s. The era was marked by an influx of spiritual exploration, and **Elvis Presley**, always in tune with the cultural currents, embraced this wave in his own way. The song’s lyrics are full of tongue-in-cheek humor, playfully referring to yoga as a metaphor for balancing life’s struggles and moments of tranquility.
Musically, **Yoga Is As Yoga Does** follows the breezy, upbeat style typical of the soundtracks from **Elvis’s** movies during the 60s. The catchy rhythm, combined with **Presley’s** signature vocal delivery, creates a fun, feel-good atmosphere that invites the listener to relax and enjoy the lightheartedness of the moment. Even though the song isn’t one of **Elvis Presley’s** chart-topping hits, it captures a snapshot of his willingness to explore different sounds and themes, showing that he wasn’t afraid to embrace the quirky trends of the time.
The track may not carry the same legendary weight as some of **Elvis Presley’s** iconic songs like “**Hound Dog**” or “**Can’t Help Falling in Love**,” but it’s still an important part of his diverse catalog. For fans who appreciate the nuances of **Elvis Presley’s** career and his ability to adapt to the times, “**Yoga Is As Yoga Does**” is a fun reminder of the cultural fusion and creativity of the 1960s, and a testament to the King’s ever-evolving artistic journey.
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Lyrics
Well I can see that you and yoga will never do
Yoga is as yoga does there’s no in-between
Your either with it on the ball or you’ve blown the scene
I can see lookin’ at you, you just can’t get settled
How can I even move, twistin’ like a pretzel
Or you’ve blown the scene
(Or you’ve blown the scene)
Come on come on, untwist my legs
Pull my arms a lot
How did I get so tied up
In this yoga knot
You tell me just how I can take this yoga serious
When all it ever gives to me is a pain in my posteriors
Or you’ve blown the scene
(Or you’ve blown the scene)
Stand upside down on your head, feet against the wall
A simple yoga exercise done by one and all
Now cross your eyes and hold your breath, look just like a clown
Yoga’s sure to catch you if you come falling down
Or you’ve blown the scene
(Or you’ve blown the scene)
Or you’ve blown the scene
(Or you’ve blown the scene)
