Elvis Presley – My Boy

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The song “My Boy” was written by Jean-Pierre Bourtayre and Claude François, and the lyrics were translated into English by Phil Coulter and Bill Martin. The original French version, “Parce que je t’aime, mon enfant”, was released by François in 1973 and became a hit in France.

Elvis Presley recorded a cover version of “My Boy” in December 1973 at Stax Studios in Memphis. His version was released on his 1974 album Good Times. Presley’s rendition of the song was a critical and commercial success, reaching #20 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and #17 on the Cash Box Top 100 chart.

Presley’s version of “My Boy” is a moving ballad about a father’s love for his son. The song is sung from the perspective of a father who is reflecting on his son’s growth and development. He expresses his pride and joy in his son, and his hope that he will grow up to be a good man.

Presley’s heartfelt delivery of the song, combined with the powerful lyrics, made it a resonant and emotional anthem for many listeners. The song has since become one of Presley’s most popular and enduring recordings.

In addition to Presley’s version, “My Boy” has been covered by many other artists over the years, including Richard Harris, Bing Crosby, Johnny Cash, and Neil Diamond. However, Presley’s rendition remains the most definitive and iconic version of the song.

“My Boy” is a timeless classic that continues to resonate with listeners of all ages. It is a song about the universal bond between a father and son, and the unconditional love that fathers have for their children.

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Here are the lyrics of the song!

You’re sleeping son, I know
But, really, this can’t wait
I wanted to explain
Before it gets too late
For your mother and me
Love has finally died
This is no happy home
But God knows how I’ve triedBecause you’re all I have, my boy
You are my life, my pride, my joy
And if I stay, I stay because of you, my boy

I know it’s hard to understand
Why did we ever start?
We’re more like strangers now
Each acting out a part
I have laughed, I have cried
I have lost every game
Taken all I can take
But I’ll stay just the same

Because you’re all I have, my boy
You are my life, my pride, my joy
And if I stay, I stay because of you, my boy
Sleep on, you haven’t heard a word

Perhaps it’s just as well
Why spoil your little dreams
Why put you through the hell
Life is no fairytale
As one day you will know
But now you’re just a child
I’ll stay here and watch you grow

Because you’re all I have, my boy
You are my life, my pride, my joy
And if I stay, I stay because of you, my boy