One of the most emotional tunes of all time. His vocal cords are downright enchanting.
“Always on My Mind” is a song written by Johnny Christopher, Mark James, and Wayne Carson, and first recorded by Brenda Lee in 1972. However, it is perhaps best known for Elvis Presley’s cover of the song, which he recorded in 1972 during the sessions for his album “Elvis: Aloha from Hawaii Via Satellite”. The song was released as a single in 1972 and became a hit both in the United States and internationally.
In terms of the expanded version of the song, there are various remixes and alternate versions that have been released over the years, some of which include additional instrumentation or vocal parts. For example, in 1985, a “remix” version of the song was released, which included additional orchestration and an extended instrumental break. Another version, released on the 1988 compilation album “The King of Rock ‘n’ Roll: The Complete 50s Masters”, includes additional backing vocals and a different mix of the instrumentation.
Regardless of the specific version, “Always on My Mind” remains one of Elvis Presley’s most beloved and enduring songs, and is often regarded as one of the greatest love songs of all time.