Sweet Caroline – Elvis Presley

Introduction

Sweet Caroline is a popular song written and originally performed by American singer-songwriter Neil Diamond. It was released in 1969 as the B-side to his single “Holly Holy”, and quickly became a hit, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in August of that year.

The song’s lyrics are a simple ode to a woman named Caroline, and its catchy melody and sing-along chorus have made it a favorite at sporting events, karaoke bars, and parties for decades.

In 1970, Elvis Presley released his own version of “Sweet Caroline”, which was recorded live in Las Vegas. Presley’s version of the song was also a hit, reaching number 16 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

“Sweet Caroline” has been covered by many other artists, including Dolly Parton, Andy Williams, and The Temptations. It has also been featured in numerous films and television shows, including “The Karate Kid”, “The Sandlot”, and “Family Guy”.

The song remains one of the most popular and enduring songs of all time. It is a timeless classic that has been enjoyed by generations of fans around the world.

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Lyrics

Where it began, I can’t begin to know when
But then I know it’s growing strong
Oh, wasn’t the spring, whooo
And spring became the summer
Who’d believe you’d come along

Hands, touching hands, reaching out
Touching me, touching you
Oh, sweet Caroline
Good times never seem so good
I’ve been inclined to believe it never would

And now I, I look at the night, whooo
And it don’t seem so lonely
We fill it up with only two, oh
And when I hurt
Hurting runs off my shoulder
How can I hurt when holding you

Oh, one, touching one, reaching out
Touching me, touching you
Oh, sweet Caroline
Good times never seem so good
Oh I’ve been inclined to believe it never would

Ohhh, sweet Caroline, good times never seem so good