About the song
“See See Rider” as interpreted by Elvis Presley is a blues-infused rock and roll number that showcases his raw energy and captivating stage presence. While the song has its roots in the traditional blues genre, Presley’s rendition, particularly his live performances during the 1970s, transforms it into a dynamic and electrifying experience.
The song’s origins trace back to traditional blues, with various artists performing and recording versions over the years. Presley’s interpretation, however, brings a unique blend of his vocal power and charismatic delivery. His live performances of “See See Rider” often served as opening numbers, setting the tone for the high-energy shows that followed.
Elvis Presley’s vocal style, characterized by its powerful baritone and bluesy phrasing, imbues the song with a sense of raw energy and captivating charm. He doesn’t just sing the lyrics; he delivers them with a commanding presence, engaging the audience with his every word and movement.
The song’s arrangement, typically driven by a driving rhythm section and bluesy guitar riffs, allows Presley’s vocals and the rhythm to take center stage. The raw and energetic instrumentation creates a sense of excitement and anticipation, mirroring the song’s bluesy and dynamic theme.
“See See Rider” in Elvis’s hands, becomes more than just a blues song; it’s a rock and roll spectacle, a display of his raw talent and magnetic stage presence. It’s a testament to his ability to transform a traditional blues tune into an electrifying performance, captivating audiences with his energy and charisma.
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Lyrics
I said see, see see rider
Oh, see what you have done (Yeah, yeah, yeah)
I said see (see, see rider) see see rider (see, see rider)
Oh, see, (see, see rider) what you have done
(Yeah, yeah, yeah)
Oh girl, you made me love you
Now, now, now, your loving man has gone
(See see rider) Girl what’d I say (see see rider)
Well, I’m going away, baby
And I won’t be back till fall
(Yeah, yeah, yeah)
And I’m going away baby
And I won’t be back till fall
(Yeah, yeah, yeah)
Well, if I find me a good girl
I won’t, I won’t, I won’t be back at all
Girl what’d I say
I said see, (see see rider)
See, see rider (see see rider)
Oh, see (see see rider) what you have done
(Yeah, yeah, yeah)
I said see (see see rider) see, see rider (see see rider)
Oh, see, (see see rider) what you have done
(Yeah, yeah, yeah)
Oh girl, you made me love you
Now, now, now, your loving man has gone
Play it JB, (see, see rider) (see, see rider)
Whoo, hear what I say
I said see (see, see rider) see, see rider (see, see rider)
Oh see, (see, see rider) what you have done (Yeah, yeah, yeah)
I said see (see see rider) see see rider (see, see rider)
Oh see, (see, see rider) what you have done (Yeah, yeah, yeah)
Oh girl, you made me love you
Now, now, now, your loving man has gone
Well what I say
Now I said see, (see, see rider) see see rider (see, see rider)
I said see, (see, see rider) see, see rider (see, see rider)
I said see, (see, see rider) see, see rider (see, see rider)
I said see, (see, see rider) see see rider (see, see rider)
I said see, (see, see rider) see see rider (see, see rider)
I said see, (see, see rider) see see rider (see, see rider)
I said see, (see, see rider) see see rider (see, see rider)
I said see, (see, see rider)
