About the song
Elvis Presley’s connection to the song Only You is often mentioned by fans, though the most famous version of the song was recorded by The Platters in 1955. Written by Buck Ram, Only You (And You Alone) became a defining hit of the early rock and roll and doo-wop era. The song’s heartfelt lyrics and smooth melody made it a favorite among audiences, and it has since been covered by many artists, including Elvis Presley.
Though there is no widely released studio recording of Only You by Elvis, he was known to have performed the song on occasion. His unique voice and emotional delivery would have been a perfect fit for the song’s romantic and longing tone. Elvis had a special ability to bring deep feeling to love songs, making each performance personal and touching.
The lyrics of Only You express deep devotion and the belief that one person can bring true happiness. This theme aligns well with many of Elvis’s well-known ballads, where love and passion take center stage. His fans have always appreciated the way he could convey sincerity in his music, which is why his versions of classic love songs remain timeless.
Whether performed by Elvis or The Platters, Only You remains one of the most beautiful love songs of its era. Its lasting popularity is a testament to the power of simple, heartfelt music that speaks directly to the soul.
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Lyrics
Only you
Can do make all this world seem right,
Only you
Can do make the darkness bright,
Only you, and you alone
Can feel me like you do
And do fill my heart with love for only you.Only you
Can do make all this change in me,
For it’s true
You are my destiny.
When you hold my hand, I understand
The magic that you do,
You’re my dream come true,
My one and only you.Only you
Can do make all this change in me,
For it’s true
You are my destiny.
When you hold my hand, I understand
The magic that you do,
You’re my dream come true,
My one and only you.
