Love Me, Love the Life I Lead
Elvis Presley · Elvis
I am not a wise man neither am I a fool
But what I am the way the good lord made me
Though I need you more than you may ever understand
I canÂ’t wear a face that will betray me
Oh, if youÂ’re gonna love me, love the life I lead
Need the things I need, donÂ’t try to change me
If youÂ’re gonna take me, take me for what I am
I canÂ’t be another man, I canÂ’t be free
Â’cos the life I lead is the life I lead
Money in my pocket never seems to last too long
IÂ’ve gambled on the way and drowned my sorrows
Though God knows I canÂ’t pretend itÂ’s better on my own
I canÂ’t promise you a new tomorrow
Oh, if youÂ’re gonna love me, love the life I lead
Need the things I need, donÂ’t try to change me
If youÂ’re gonna take me, take me for what I am
I canÂ’t be another man, I canÂ’t be free
Â’cos the life I lead is the life I lead
But what I am the way the good lord made me
Though I need you more than you may ever understand
I canÂ’t wear a face that will betray me
Oh, if youÂ’re gonna love me, love the life I lead
Need the things I need, donÂ’t try to change me
If youÂ’re gonna take me, take me for what I am
I canÂ’t be another man, I canÂ’t be free
Â’cos the life I lead is the life I lead
Money in my pocket never seems to last too long
IÂ’ve gambled on the way and drowned my sorrows
Though God knows I canÂ’t pretend itÂ’s better on my own
I canÂ’t promise you a new tomorrow
Oh, if youÂ’re gonna love me, love the life I lead
Need the things I need, donÂ’t try to change me
If youÂ’re gonna take me, take me for what I am
I canÂ’t be another man, I canÂ’t be free
Â’cos the life I lead is the life I lead
Love Me, Love the Life I Lead
Love Me, Love the Life I Lead stands as a vibrant example of Elvis Presley's early rock and roll mastery. Recorded during the height of his initial fame, the track captures the King's signature energy and charismatic vocal delivery. The song reflects the optimistic spirit of the era, blending upbeat rhythms with Presley's distinctive phrasing to create an enduring anthem of devotion. As part of his extensive discography, it showcases the artist's ability to convey deep emotion through straightforward, catchy melodies. This recording remains a testament to Presley's influence on popular music, highlighting his skill in transforming simple themes into powerful performances that resonated with audiences worldwide.