About the song
Elvis Presley’s “Why Me Lord,” an emotional song released in **1974**, is not just a song, but also a moment of deep reflection in the career of the “King of Rock & Roll.” During this period, Elvis experienced many ups and downs in his life and career, and “Why Me Lord” is like a self-questioning, a contemplation of the graces and challenges that life brings.
The song, written by Kris Kristofferson, is already a heavy work, but through Elvis’s voice, it takes on a completely new nuance. Elvis’s warm, experienced voice seems to blend into each lyric, creating a musical space that is both intimate and sacred. Listeners not only feel the sincerity in each line of the song, but also see a very different Elvis, an artist who does not hesitate to express his thoughts and concerns.
**1974** marked an important stage in Elvis’s career. After the peak years of the 50s and 60s, Elvis entered a new phase, where he sought deeper meaning in music. “Why Me Lord” is a testament to this transformation. The song is not just a simple country-gospel song, but also a confession, a search for meaning in life.
For those who have experienced many years, the lyrics in “Why Me Lord” will probably touch the deepest corners of the soul. The question “Why me, God?” is not just a question, but also a gratitude, an acceptance of what has passed. Elvis, with his soulful voice, turned a song into a spiritual experience, a moment for us to reflect on our lives.
“Why Me Lord” is not only a song in Elvis Presley’s career, but also a precious musical legacy, a reminder of humility, gratitude and acceptance. **Elvis Presley** did not just sing, but also conveyed a profound message, a message that is still valid today.
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Lyrics
(words & music by kris kristofferson)
(why me lord? what have i ever done
To deserve even one of the pleasures i’ve known
Tell me lord what did i ever do to deserve loving you
And the kindness you’ve shown)Lord heavenly jesus i praise him
So help me jesus i know what i am
Now that i know that i needed you so
Help me jesus, my soul’s in your hands(try me lord, if you think there’s a way i can ever repay
All i’ve taken from you
Forgive lord i can show someone else
What i’ve been through myself
On my way back to you)Lord heavenly jesus i praise him
So help me jesus i know what i am, oh yes!
Now that i know that i needed you so
Help me jesus my soul’s in your hands
Jesus my soul’s in your hands
