About the song
Few voices in the annals of 20th-century music can match the sheer emotional gravity of **Elvis Presley**, and **The Wonder of You** is a shining example of his ability to blend tenderness with grandeur. Originally written by Baker Knight and first recorded by Ray Peterson in 1959, the song found its most enduring version in the hands—and voice—of **Elvis**, who released it in 1970. What makes **The Wonder of You** particularly compelling is how it transcends the typical love song format, elevating its sentiments with a kind of majestic reverence that only **Elvis** could conjure.
Performed live in Las Vegas and captured with all the drama of a full orchestra and gospel backing, **The Wonder of You** became a staple of **Elvis’s** concert repertoire. The song’s sweeping arrangement—lush strings, gentle percussion, and swelling backing vocals—forms the perfect setting for his rich baritone. But it’s the emotional sincerity of his delivery that truly moves the listener. When he sings, *”When no one else can understand me / When everything I do is wrong,”* there’s a vulnerability and gratitude that resonate deeply, especially with listeners who have experienced love that lifts and heals.
Unlike the more rebellious or sensual tracks that defined **Elvis’s** earlier image, **The Wonder of You** is mature and reflective, almost spiritual in tone. It’s not just about romantic adoration—it’s about awe, about someone who sees you clearly and loves you completely. For many older listeners, this message strikes a familiar and powerful chord. It reminds us that love, at its best, makes us feel not just accepted, but extraordinary.
Over five decades later, **The Wonder of You** remains a favorite among fans, a song that encapsulates the softer, more gracious side of **Elvis Presley**—the man who could make a stadium feel like an intimate room, and a song feel like a quiet prayer of thanks.
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Lyrics
When no-one else can understand me
When everything I do is wrong
You give me hope and consolation
You give me strength to carry on
And you’re always there to lend a hand
In everything I do
That’s the wonder
The wonder of you
And when you smile the world is brighter
You touch my hand and I’m a king
Your kiss to me is worth a fortune
Your love for me is everything
I guess I’ll never know the reason why
You love me as you do
That’s the wonder
The wonder of you
I guess I’ll never know the reason why
You love me as you do
That’s the wonder
The wonder of you
