Experience the original 1963 hit that captivated audiences with its smooth vocals and sudden, energetic shifts:
It peaked at #3 on the Billboard Hot 100 and #9 on the Rhythm and Blues chart.
Interestingly, not everyone was a fan at the time. When the song debuted on the BBC show Juke Box Jury in 1963, celebrity guest famously voted it a "miss," remarking that Elvis was starting to sound like "Bing Crosby". History, however, has been much kinder, and the track is now considered one of the definitive hits of his post-army career. Pop Culture Legacy Experience the original 1963 hit that captivated audiences
It hit #1 on the UK Singles Chart for one week, becoming Elvis's 14th chart-topper in the country.
Then, the "disguise" is stripped away. The tempo shifts into a driving , the drums kick in, and the backing vocals of The Jordanaires —specifically the deep, booming bass of Ray Walker —answer Elvis with a persistent "Oh, yes you are!" to represent the "devil". This "fast-and-slow" effect keeps the listener on their toes, much like the deceptive subject of the song itself. A Global Smash (With a Famous Critic) History, however, has been much kinder, and the
Whether you’re a lifelong fan or just discovering the "Official Audio" on streaming, this song remains a masterclass in musical contrast.
It also topped the Utamatic record chart in the fall of 1963. The tempo shifts into a driving , the
Recorded at in Nashville on May 26, 1963, the song was a massive commercial success: