Got a Lot O' Livin' to Do

Elvis Presley

About Got a Lot O' Livin' to Do

"Got a Lot o' Livin' to Do!" is a song first recorded by Elvis Presley as part of the soundtrack for his 1957 motion picture Loving You.


Year:
1988
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Oh yes I've got a lot o' living to do
A whole lot o' loving to do
Come on baby, to make a party takes two
Oh yes I've got a lot o' living to do
A whole lot o' loving to do
And there's no one who I'd rather do it with-a than you

There's a moon that's big and bright in the milky way tonight
But the way you act you never would know it's there
So baby, time's a wasting
A lot of kisses I ain't been tasting
I don't know about you but I'm gonna get my share

Oh got a lot o' living to do
A whole lot o' loving to do
Come on baby, to make a party takes two
Oh yes I've got a lot o' living to do
A whole lot o' loving to do
And there's no one who I'd rather do it with-a than you

There's a balmy little breeze
That's whistling through the trees
And it's telling you to pitch a little woo with me
Why don't you take a listen
You'll never know what you've been missing
Cuddle up a little closer and be my little honey bee

Oh got a lot o' living to do
A whole lot o' loving to do
Come on baby, to make a party takes two
Oh yes I've got a lot o' living to do
A whole lot o' loving to do
And there's no one who I'd rather do it with-a than you

You're the prettiest thing I've seen
But you treat me so doggone mean
Ain't you got no heart, I'm dying to hold you near
Why do you keep me waiting
Why don't you start co-operating
And the things I say are things you want to hear

Oh got a lot o' living to do
A whole lot o' loving to do
Come on baby, to make a party takes two
Oh yes I've got a lot o' living to do
A whole lot o' loving to do
And there's no one who I'd rather do it with-a than you.

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Elvis Presley

Elvis Aron Presley (January 8, 1935 – August 16, 1977) was an American singer and actor. A cultural icon, he is commonly known by the single name Elvis. One of the most popular musicians of the 20th century, he is often referred to as the "King of Rock and Roll" or simply "the King". more »

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Written by: Aaron Schroeder, Benjamin Weisman

Lyrics © A. SCHROEDER INTERNATIONAL LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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10 facts about this song

Song Release
"Got a Lot O' Livin' to Do" was released in 1957. The rollicking song boasts a brazen Elvis telling his lover that despite his affection, he has other things to do.
Part of a Movie
This song is part of the soundtrack of the film "Loving You", which was Elvis Presley's second movie.
Song Composition
The song was composed by Aaron Schroeder and Ben Weisman. These songwriters have written numerous hits for Elvis.
Popularity
Although it was not released as a single, it is known to be one of Elvis Presley's popular songs as it depicted his love for living a carefree and adventurous life.
Performed Live
Elvis performed this song live on the "Ed Sullivan Show" on January 6, 1957 before the movie was released.
Cover Versions
Several artists have covered this song, including The Stray Cats in the 1980s and more recently, the rockabilly outfit Brian Setzer Orchestra.
Driving Rhythms
Often noted for its driving rhythms and Elvis's passionate vocals, the song captures the heart of rock 'n' roll, and it holds up after several decades.
Iconic Lyrics
The lyrical content of the song meshes well with Elvis's personal life at the time - constant touring, movie making and enjoying life to the fullest.
Golden Records Album
"Got a Lot O' Livin' to Do!" is also featured on Elvis's Golden Records, an album released in 1958 that featured a selection of singles released by RCA Records.
Song Legacy
The song continues to be a favorite among Elvis fans and is often played on classic rock and oldies radio stations. The lyrics "Got a lot o' livin' to do," "There's a moon that's big and bright in the milky way tonight" and "Got a hoot and holler" are considered emblematic of Presley's exuberant stage persona.

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