Elvis Presley – My Way
“My Way” is a song popularized in 1969 by Frank Sinatra, but it was originally recorded by French singer Claude François in 1967 as “Comme d’habitude”. The English lyrics were written by Paul Anka and are unrelated to the original French song.
Background and composition
The song’s lyrics are a first-person narrative of a man reflecting on his life and expressing his satisfaction with the choices he has made. The song is a powerful anthem for individuality and self-determination.
Recording and production
Elvis Presley recorded his version of “My Way” in 1971 at RCA Studio B in Nashville, Tennessee. The song was produced by Felton Jarvis.
Presley’s recording features a driving beat and a powerful vocal performance. The song’s arrangement is simple, yet effective, and it perfectly complements the lyrics.
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“My Way” is a powerful and moving song that will be cherished for generations to come.
Here are some additional details about the song:
- The song was originally written and recorded by French singer Claude François in 1967 as “Comme d’habitude”.
- The English lyrics were written by Paul Anka and were first recorded by Frank Sinatra in 1969.
- Elvis Presley recorded his version of the song in 1971.
- “My Way” has been covered by many artists, including Frank Sinatra, Elvis Presley, and Sid Vicious.