His Latest Flame (Marie's the Name)
Elvis Presley · Elvis' Gold Records Vol. 3
A very old friend came by today
Â’cause he was telling everyone in town
About the love that he just found
And marieÂ’s the name of his latest flame
Though I smiled the tears inside were a-burning
I wished him luck and then he said goodbye
He was gone but still his words kept returning
What else was there for me to do but cry
He talked and talked and I heard him say
That she had the longest blackest hair
The prettiest green eyes anywhere
And marieÂ’s the name of his latest flame
Would you believe that yesterday
This girl was in my arms and swore to me
SheÂ’d be mine eternally
And marieÂ’s the name of his latest flame
Â’cause he was telling everyone in town
About the love that he just found
And marieÂ’s the name of his latest flame
Though I smiled the tears inside were a-burning
I wished him luck and then he said goodbye
He was gone but still his words kept returning
What else was there for me to do but cry
He talked and talked and I heard him say
That she had the longest blackest hair
The prettiest green eyes anywhere
And marieÂ’s the name of his latest flame
Would you believe that yesterday
This girl was in my arms and swore to me
SheÂ’d be mine eternally
And marieÂ’s the name of his latest flame
His Latest Flame (Marie's the Name)
Released on Elvis Presley's 1963 album Elvis' Gold Records Vol. 3, "His Latest Flame (Marie's the Name)" stands as a quintessential example of the King's early rock and roll period. The track showcases his signature vocal style, blending smooth crooning with the rhythmic energy characteristic of mid-60s pop music. As part of his extensive discography from this era, the song reflects the romantic themes prevalent in Presley's work during his transition from country to pop stardom. It remains a notable song in his catalog, capturing the youthful exuberance and melodic sensibilities that defined his early recordings before his later, more complex musical explorations.