Did You Know?
Elvis Presley’s rendition of “Don’t” was recorded on January 30, 1958, during a recording session at RCA Studios in Nashville, Tennessee. The song was penned by Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller, renowned songwriters who contributed significantly to the rock and roll genre. “Don’t” was released later that year as a single and quickly climbed the charts, solidifying Presley’s status as a music sensation. The song’s distinctive blend of rock, pop, and blues elements perfectly encapsulates the energy and charisma for which Elvis Presley is celebrated.
Lyrics
Don’t, don’t, that’s what you say
Each time that I hold you this way
When I feel like this and I want to kiss you
Baby, don’t say don’tDon’t, don’t leave my embrace
For here in my arms is your place
When the night grows cold and I want to hold you
Baby, don’t say don’t
If you think that this is just a game
I’m playing
If you think that I don’t mean
Every word I’m saying
Don’t, don’t, don’t, don’t
Don’t feel that way
I’m your love and yours I will stay
This you can believe
I will never leave you
Heaven knows I won’t
Baby, don’t say don’t