About the song
“I’ve Lost You” came about during a fascinating period in Elvis’s career. It was 1970, a time when he was making a significant comeback, reasserting his dominance on the live stage and in the recording studio. This song, penned by Ken Howard and Alan Blaikley, arrived at a moment when Elvis was showcasing a more mature, more vulnerable side of his artistry. He wasn’t just the hip-swiveling heartthrob anymore; he was a seasoned performer, capable of conveying deep emotion through his voice.
What strikes me about “I’ve Lost You” is its raw honesty. It’s a ballad that lays bare the pain of a love that’s slipped away, the kind of heartache we’ve all felt at one time or another. Elvis’s delivery is nothing short of masterful; he pours every ounce of his soul into the lyrics, making you feel the weight of his loss as if it were your own. The song’s arrangement, with its sweeping strings and powerful backing vocals, amplifies the sense of drama, creating a truly immersive listening experience.
“I’ve Lost You” isn’t just a song; it’s a testament to Elvis Presley’s enduring ability to connect with his audience on a deeply personal level. It’s a reminder that even the King himself experienced the highs and lows of love, just like the rest of us. And in sharing his vulnerability, he created a timeless piece of music that continues to resonate with listeners today.
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Lyrics
Lying by your side, I watch you sleeping
And in your face the sweetness of a child
Murmuring the dreams you won’t recapture
Though it will haunt the corners of you mind
Who can tell when summer turns to autumn
And who can point the moment love grows cold?
Softly happening the joy is over
Though why it’s gone neither of us know
Oh, I’ve lost you, yes, I’ve lost you
I can’t reach you anymore
We ought to talk it over now
But reason can’t stand in for feeling
Six o’clock the baby will be crying
And you will stumble, sleepy, to the door
In the chill and sun gray of the morning
We play the parts that we have learned to well
