Timeless Tunes: Why ‘Barefoot Ballad’ by Elvis Presley Still Resonates Today

Introduction

“Barefoot Ballad” is a sweet and sentimental song that was written by Dolores Fuller and Lee Morris. It was first recorded by Elvis Presley in 1963 for the soundtrack to the movie “Kissin’ Cousins.” The song was released as a single in 1964 and reached number 16 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

The song is about a young couple who are in love. The lyrics describe how they enjoy spending time together, especially in the summer. The song is full of imagery of summer days, such as barefoot walks on the beach and swimming in the ocean.

“Barefoot Ballad” is a popular song that has been covered by many artists, including Jerry Lee Lewis, Conway Twitty, and Dolly Parton. It is a classic Elvis Presley song that is still enjoyed by fans today.

History of the Song

“Barefoot Ballad” was written by Dolores Fuller and Lee Morris. They were both songwriters who had written several songs for Elvis Presley in the past. The song was inspired by Fuller’s own experiences growing up in the South. She said that she wanted to write a song that captured the feeling of summer love.

The song was first recorded by Elvis Presley in 1963 at RCA Studio B in Nashville, Tennessee. Presley’s vocals were recorded separately at MGM Studios in Hollywood, California. The song was produced by Felton Jarvis.

“Barefoot Ballad” was released as a single in 1964. It reached number 16 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and number 1 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart. The song was also a hit in Canada, Australia, and Europe.

The Legacy of the Song

“Barefoot Ballad” is a classic Elvis Presley song that is still enjoyed by fans today. It is a popular song that has been covered by many artists, and it has been featured in several movies and television shows. The song is a reminder of the simple joys of summer love.

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Lyrics

I want a barefoot ballad yes a barefoot ballad
Won’t you play for me a down home country song
‘Cause when I kick my shoes off and I kick my blues off
With a barefoot ballad you just can’t go wrong

Give me a honk-tonk fiddle with a guitar in the middle and a melody
Humming like a fountain swinging out on Smokey mountain

I want a barefoot ballad yes a barefoot ballad
Won’t you play for me a down home country song
‘Cause when I kick my shoes off and I kick my blues off
With a barefoot ballad you just can’t go wrong

Now the big toe’s connected to the two toe
And the two toe’s connected to the three toe
And the three toe’s connected to the four toe
And the four toe’s connected to the five toe
And the five toe and away we go

I want a barefoot ballad yes a barefoot ballad
Won’t you play for me a down home country song
‘Cause when I kick my shoes off and I kick my blues off
With a barefoot ballad you just can’t go wrong

Now the big toe’s connected to the two toe
And the two toe’s connected to the three toe
And the three toe’s connected to the four toe
And the four toe’s connected to the five toe
And the five toe and away we go

I wanna barefoot ballad yes a barefoot ballad
Won’t you play for me a barefoot ballad song