Suspicious Minds

Elvis Presley

About Suspicious Minds

"Suspicious Minds" is a 1968 song written and first recorded by American songwriter Mark James. After this recording failed commercially, it was cut by Elvis Presley with producer Chips Moman, becoming a No.1 song in 1969, and one of the most notable hits of Presley's career. "Suspicious Minds" was one of the singles that revived Presley's chart success in the U. S., following his '68 Comeback Special. It was his eighteenth and last No.1 single in the United States. Rolling Stone ranked it No. 91 on their list of the 500 Greatest Songs of All Time. Session guitarist Reggie Young played on both the James and Presley versions. 


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We're caught in a trap
I can't walk out
Because I love you too much, baby

Why can't you see
What you're doing to me
When you don't believe a word I say?

We can't go on together
With suspicious minds (with suspicious minds)
And we can't build our dreams
On suspicious minds

So, if an old friend I know
Stops by to say hello
Would I still see suspicion in your eyes?

But here we go again
Asking where I've been
You can't see these tears are real
I'm crying (yes, I'm crying)

We can't go on together
With suspicious minds (with suspicious minds)
And we can't build our dreams
On suspicious minds

Oh, let our love survive
I'll dry the tears from your eyes
Let's don't let a good thing die
When honey, you know I've never lied to you
Mmm, yeah, yeah

We're caught in a trap
I can't walk out
Because I love you too much, baby

Why can't you see
What you're doing to me
When you don't believe a word I say?

Well, don't you know I'm caught in a trap?
I can't walk out
Because I love you too much, baby
Well, don't you know I'm caught in a trap?
I can't walk out
Because I love you too much, baby
Well, don't you know I'm caught in a trap?
I can't walk out
Because I love you too much, baby
Well, don't you know I'm caught in a trap?
I can't walk out
Because I love you too much, baby
Well, don't you know I'm caught in a trap?
I can't walk out
Because I love you too much, baby
Well, don't you know I'm caught in a trap?
I can't walk out
Because I love you too much, baby

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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: Francis Zambon

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15 facts about this song

Name Origin
The title "Suspicious Minds" comes from the song's theme of mistrust and doomed romance, which was a personal reflection of the songwriter Mark James' failing marriage.
Release Date
It was released as a single by Elvis Presley in August 1969. This song was one of his late-career comebacks.
Achievement
"Suspicious Minds" was a significant hit, topping the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States.
Songwriter
The song was written by American songwriter Mark James, who also recorded the original version of the song.
Presidential Approval
The U.S. president at the time, Richard Nixon, told Presley that "Suspicious Minds" was his personal favorite.
Comeback Special Connection
"Suspicious Minds" was among the last songs Presley performed for his 1968 television comeback special, which re-launched his singing career.
Studio Recording
This was among the first songs that Presley recorded at the American Sound Studio in Memphis after a long period of film work in Hollywood.
Cover Versions
Many artists have covered "Suspicious Minds," including country singer Dwight Yoakam and R&B group Fine Young Cannibals.
Music Video
Even though music videos were not common in the 1960s, a promotional clip was made for "Suspicious Minds." It consisted of footage from Presley's '68 Comeback Special.
Last #1 Hit
"Suspicious Minds" was the last song of Elvis Presley to reach number 1 in the US, before his death in 1977.
Induction
The song was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 1999.
Las Vegas Connection
Elvis frequently performed "Suspicious Minds" during his concert residencies in Las Vegas.
Collaboration
The presence of backup vocal group, The Sweet Inspirations, becomes clearly audible in the song's finale, providing the distinctive soulful texture to the song.
Live Performances
Elvis included "Suspicious Minds" in almost every live performance until his death.
Song Length
The original version of "Suspicious Minds" was over 4 minutes long. However, the record company released a shorter version for radio play. This did not please Presley, but it did not impact the song's success.

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