Wooden Heart

Elvis Presley · G.I. Blues

Can't you see
I love you
Please don't break my heart in two
That's not hard to do
'Cause I don't have a wooden heart
And if you say goodbye
Then I know that I would cry
Maybe I would die
'Cause I don't have a wooden heart
There's no strings upon this love of mine
It was always you from the start
Treat me nice
Treat me good
Treat me like you really should
'Cause I'm not made of wood
And I don't have a wooden heart

Muβ i' dann, muβ i' dann
Zum Städtele hinaus
Städtele hinaus
Und du, mein Schatz, bleibst hier?

There's no strings upon this love of mine
It was always you from the start
Sei mir gut
Sei mir gut
Sei mir wie du wirklich sollst
Wie du wirklich sollst
'Cause I don't have a wooden heart

Wooden Heart

Wooden Heart stands as a defining track from Elvis Presley's 1960 album G.I. Blues, marking a significant moment in his transition toward rock and roll experimentation. The recording features Presley performing a German folk song originally titled Holzherz, which he adapted into English to suit his vocal style. This cover exemplifies his ability to absorb international influences and present them to a global audience with distinct charisma. The song's upbeat tempo and rhythmic drive capture the energetic spirit of his early 1960s output, reflecting a period where he frequently explored diverse musical territories beyond standard American pop. As a staple of his extensive discography, the track remains a testament to his versatility and enduring impact on the genre.