Mary in the Morning
Elvis Presley · That's the Way It Is
When through the sleepy haze I see her lying there
Soft as the rain that falls on summerflowers
Warm as the sunlight shining on her head
When I awake and see her there so close beside me
I want to take her in my arms,
The ache is there so deep inside me
Nothing's quite as pretty as Mary in the morning
Chasing the rainbow in her dreams so far away
And when she turns to touch me I kiss her fingers so softly
And then my Mary wake to love and love again
And Mary's there in summer days or stormy weather
She doesn't care how right or wrong the love we share,
We share together
Nothing's quite as pretty as Mary in the evening
Kissed by the shade of night and starlight in her hair
And as we walk, I hold her close beside me
All our tomorrows for a lifetime we will share
Mary in the Morning
Elvis Presley's "Mary in the Morning" stands as a tender showcase of his vocal range and romantic songwriting within the pop and rock and roll genres. Recorded for the album "That's the Way It Is," the track exemplifies the smooth, crooning style that defined his later career, contrasting with his earlier, more aggressive rock performances. The song reflects the era's emphasis on polished studio recordings and romantic ballads, highlighting Presley's ability to convey deep emotion through melody and tone. As part of his extensive discography, the recording remains a significant example of his work during the mid-to-late 1960s, capturing the evolution of his artistry from rock star to a sophisticated musical performer.