About the song
**Elvis Presley**, often hailed as the “King of Rock and Roll,” was an artist whose voice and music transcended generations. Among his extensive catalog, the song **”Trying To Get To You”** stands out as a poignant reflection of love, longing, and determination. Originally recorded in 1954, this track became part of the iconic album *Elvis Presley*, which solidified his status in the music world. Although it wasn’t released as a single at the time, the song has since become one of his enduring classics, beloved by fans of all ages.
At its core, **”Trying To Get To You”** is a ballad that captures the essence of yearning and the desperation that accompanies unrequited love. The song’s lyrics, penned by Rose Marie McCoy and Charles Singleton, express the frustration of trying to reach someone who feels distant or unreachable. Elvis’s emotive delivery, filled with vulnerability, evokes a deep sense of devotion and persistence. His voice, both tender and powerful, serves as the perfect vehicle to carry the weight of these emotions, making the song an unforgettable listening experience.
The production of **”Trying To Get To You”** is also a testament to the early evolution of rock and roll. The combination of soft, melodic guitar work and a steady rhythm section allows Elvis’s vocal performance to shine through, emphasizing the raw emotion of the lyrics. This fusion of country, gospel, and rhythm and blues elements is characteristic of Elvis’s style and helped lay the foundation for the musical revolution that followed in the 1960s.
What truly makes **”Trying To Get To You”** timeless is its universal theme. Despite being written more than half a century ago, the song’s exploration of love and longing still resonates with listeners today. Its emotional depth, paired with Elvis’s unmatched charisma, ensures its place in the pantheon of great rock and roll songs. For both new listeners and longtime fans, **”Trying To Get To You”** offers a window into the early genius of an artist who would go on to shape the course of popular music forever.
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I’ve been traveling over miles
Even through the valleys, too
I’ve been traveling night and day
I’ve been running all the way
Baby, trying to get to you
Ever since I read your letter
Where you said you loved me true
I’ve been traveling night and day
I’ve been running all the way
baby, trying to get to you
When I read your loving letter
Then my heart began to sing
There were many miles between us
But they didn’t mean a thing
I just had to reach you, baby
In spite of all that I’ve been through
I kept traveling night and day
I kept running all the way
Baby, trying to get to you
Well if I had to do it over
that’s exactly what Id do
I would travel night and day
And Id still run all the way
Baby, trying to get to you
Well, there’s nothing that could hold me
Or that could keep me away from you
When your loving letter told me
That you really loved me true
Lord above me knows I love you
It was He who brought me through
When my way was darkest night
He would shine His brightest light
When I was trying to get to you
