About The Song
Released in 1974 as part of his “Good Times” album, this song doesn’t boast the blaring horns or pulsating rhythms of his early rock ‘n’ roll days. Instead, it unfolds like a whispered secret, a slow-burning love letter laced with the smoky tones of a man who knows a thing or two about the mysteries of attraction. It’s a song for those afternoons spent basking in the fading sunlight, a glass of sweet tea chilling in your hand, and a smile tugging at your lips as you think about that special someone who sets your heart aflutter.
Elvis doesn’t need to shout or scream to grab your attention here. His voice, seasoned with the experiences of a life lived under the spotlight, takes on a tender quality, each syllable infused with a knowing warmth. He croons about the way this woman’s laugh “tickles his soul,” how her eyes “shine like diamonds in the moonlight,” and how the mere mention of her name sends shivers down his spine. It’s a love song not of teenage hormones, but of mature adoration, a slow dance played out over years of shared laughter, weathered storms, and a love that grows deeper with each passing season.
The melody, too, reflects this newfound depth. Gone are the frenetic guitars and pounding drums. Instead, a gentle acoustic guitar twinkles like fireflies in the evening sky, its rhythm as steady as a beating heart. Piano chords weave in and out, adding a touch of bittersweet longing, while the gospel-tinged backing vocals provide a soulful chorus of affirmation. It’s a musical tapestry woven with threads of country, blues, and a hint of the gospel, a testament to the rich tapestry of influences that Elvis drew upon throughout his career.
So, put away your troubles for a while, dim the lights, and let Elvis whisper you a love song. “I’ve Got a Thing About You Baby” is more than just a catchy tune; it’s a celebration of enduring love, of the quiet joys found in the everyday, and the way one person can hold a universe within their soul. It’s a song that reminds us, no matter how many years have passed, that Elvis Presley still has the power to melt your heart and make you believe in the magic of falling hopelessly, wonderfully, in love.
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Lyrics
“I’ve Got A Thing About You Baby”
That I think you ought to know
That my eyes are on you baby
Since a long time ago
And now I fin’ly got the nerve
And I’m gonna make my move
Now don’t you try to turn me off
Cause it’s gonna be hard to doI’ve got a thing about you baby
Ain’t nothing I can do
I’ve got a thing about you baby
A thing about lovin’ you
Ain’t it just like a woman
When she knows she’s got a man
She’ll wring you out and turn you ’bout
In the palm of her hand
And then she starts to thinkin’
Then maybe she’s put you in a blind
She’ll give you just a little lovin’
It’ll drive you out of your mind
I’ve got a thing about you baby
Ain’t nothing you can do
I’ve got a thing about you baby
A thing about lovin’ you