About the song
Few voices in the history of popular music have held the emotional gravity and iconic stature of **Elvis Presley**, and few songs in his catalog manage to convey such tender reverence as **The Wonder of You**. Released in 1970 and quickly climbing the charts on both sides of the Atlantic, this ballad captures the softer, more vulnerable side of the man so often remembered as the swaggering King of Rock ‘n’ Roll. But to leave **The Wonder of You** simply at the level of a hit single would be to miss the quiet magic it possesses—an earnest ode not just to romantic love, but to the redemptive power of unwavering devotion.
**The Wonder of You** stands out in the Presley canon because of its sincerity. Where many of his earlier works thrived on flirtation, rhythm, and raw magnetism, this song feels more settled, more grateful. Backed by lush orchestration and a gospel-tinged choir, Presley delivers a vocal performance that is rich with humility and warmth. The lyrics themselves are simple—almost childlike in their directness—but this simplicity is the song’s greatest strength. “When no one else can understand me,” he begins, “when everything I do is wrong / you give me hope and consolation.” It’s the voice of a man who knows he’s been lifted up, not by fame or fortune, but by the quiet grace of someone who sees him fully and loves him anyway.
There’s also a spiritual dimension to **The Wonder of You**, whether intended or not. Many fans and scholars have noted the song’s almost prayer-like quality—its sense of awe and gratitude feels as applicable to a divine figure as to a romantic partner. It’s this ambiguity that gives the track enduring power; listeners can find themselves in it, whatever their walk of life or personal beliefs.
In live performances—particularly during his Las Vegas years—**Elvis** often sang **The Wonder of You** with an almost trembling intimacy, as if the lyrics were not merely part of a show but a quiet confession. For an artist whose life was so often public spectacle, this song offered a rare window into something private and deeply felt.
Over half a century later, **The Wonder of You** remains one of **Elvis Presley’s** most beloved recordings, not just because of its musical beauty, but because of the human truth it gently reveals: sometimes, the most powerful wonder is simply being loved for who you are.
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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
