About the song
“Bridge Over Troubled Water” as performed by Elvis Presley is a powerful and emotionally resonant interpretation of a song that has become a timeless anthem of hope and support. Originally written by Paul Simon and performed by Simon & Garfunkel, Presley’s version, particularly his live performances during the 1970s, infuses the song with his own unique vocal power and emotional depth.
The song’s lyrics, poetic and evocative, speak to the themes of comfort, support, and unwavering love in times of hardship. Presley’s vocal delivery, marked by its raw emotion and dramatic phrasing, transforms the song into a personal declaration of empathy and compassion. He doesn’t just sing the lyrics; he embodies them, conveying the comfort and support of the narrator with a palpable sense of sincerity.
Elvis Presley’s vocal style, characterized by its powerful baritone and gospel-infused inflections, imbues the song with a sense of both vulnerability and strength. He navigates the song’s emotional landscape with a remarkable degree of sincerity, showcasing his ability to connect with his audience on a visceral level.
The arrangements used in Elvis’s live performances often added to the dramatic effect. The use of soaring orchestral backing and gospel-inspired harmonies created a sense of grandeur, mirroring the emotional intensity of the lyrics.
“Bridge Over Troubled Water” in Elvis’s hands, becomes more than just a song; it’s a raw and honest expression of empathy and compassion. It’s a testament to his ability to connect with his audience on a deep emotional level, delivering a performance that is both powerful and poignant. It serves as a reminder of the enduring power of human connection, and the importance of offering support in times of need.
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Lyrics
One, two
One, two, three, four
We’ve got to patch it up baby
Before we fall apart at the seams
We’ve got to patch it up baby
We can’t let time unravel our dreams
Let’s go back and touch the past
One more night is all I ask
Get that feeling, that old feeling, feelin-eelin’
We can patch it up baby
We can patch it up baby
We can patch it up baby
Patch it up with a whole lotta love
We got to patch it up baby
Let’s sweep out all the cobwebs in our hearts
We’ve got to patch it up baby
Before indifference pulls us apart
Don’t let a good love die
Let’s give it just one more try
With that feeling, that old feeling, feelin-eelin’
We can patch it up baby
We can patch it up baby
We can patch it up baby
Patch it up with a whole lotta love
We can patch it up baby
We can patch it up baby
We can patch it up baby
Patch it up with a whole lotta love
We can patch it up baby
We can patch it up baby
We can patch it up baby
Patch it up with a whole lotta love
We can patch it up baby
We can patch it up baby
We can patch it up baby
Patch it up with a whole lotta love
We can patch it up baby
We can patch it up baby
We can patch it up baby
Patch it up with a whole lotta love
With a whole lotta love
