About The Song
“Good Luck Charm” stands as a musical creation authored by Doc Pomus and Mort Shuman and subsequently brought to life by Elvis Presley through his rendition. This composition saw its debut in 1962, serving as the flip side to “She’s Not You.” The track ascended to the pinnacle of the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States, concurrently clinching the number one position on the UK Singles Chart.
Thematically, the song delves into the realm of rockabilly ballads, portraying a narrative centered around a gentleman who attributes his good fortune to a particular woman. He croons about her consistent ability to bestow luck upon him, emphasizing his profound reliance on her presence. The song’s infectious melody, coupled with Elvis Presley’s spirited delivery, significantly contributed to its widespread popularity.
Over time, “Good Luck Charm” has garnered reinterpretations by various artists, including The Marvelettes, Jo (of the Judy & Jo duo), Art Garfunkel, and even the playful Alvin and the Chipmunks. Furthermore, it found its way into the soundtrack of the 1988 film “Luck O’ The Chipmunks.”
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Lyrics
Don’t want a four leaf clover
Don’t want an old horse shoe
Want your kiss ’cause I just can’t miss
With a good luck charm like youCome on and be my little good luck charm
Uh-huh huh, you sweet delight
I want a good luck charm
a-hanging on my arm
To have, to have, to hold, to hold tonight
Don’t want a silver dollar
Rabbit’s foot on a string
The happiness in your warm caress
No rabbit’s foot can bringCome on and be my little good luck charm
Uh-huh huh, you sweet delight
I want a good luck charm
a-hanging on my arm
To have, to have, to hold, to hold tonightIf I found a lucky penny
I’d toss it across the bay
Your love is worth all the gold on earth
No wonder that I sayCome on and be my little good luck charm
Uh-huh huh, you sweet delight
I want a good luck charm
a-hanging on my arm
To have, to have, to hold, to hold tonight