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Guitar Man is an Elvis Presley album released by RCA Records in January 1981. [1] . The album consists of ten songs that Presley's longtime producer, Felton Jarvis, took and re-imagined for a contemporary sound. The instrumentation and backing singers from the original recordings were stripped away for new instrumentation.
Sep 24, 2008 · Elvis Presley - Guitar Man
Guitar Man Lyrics. [Verse 1] Well, I quit my job down at the car wash. I left my mama a goodbye note. By sundown I'd left Kingston. With my guitar under my coat. I hitchhiked all the way down...
It tells the story of an aspiring musician who quits his job at a car wash to hitchhike around the South in search of a place to play his guitar. But it seems no one is interested in a guitar man, not even Memphis, where Elvis caught his big break at Sun Records.
Released: Jan. 3, 1968. “Guitar Man” was not only the high point of the September session, it was also in its own way different from anything Elvis had ever done. The difference was one of tone and approach, with both qualities influenced by the wit of Jerry Reed’s lyrics and the dextrousness of his picking.
Elvis Presley’s rendition of “Guitar Man” adds a layer of sincerity and authenticity to the lyrics. His powerful vocals, combined with the backing of talented musicians, make the song all the more compelling and relatable.
Aug 13, 2023 · Elvis Presley’s version of “Guitar Man” is a classic that has stood the test of time. The song includes Elvis’s unmistakable voice and his signature rock and roll sound. The song also showcases the incredible guitar playing of Jerry Reed, highlighting the importance of collaboration and camaraderie in the music industry.
