Elvis Presley – Mystery Train

Introduction

All aboard the rhythmic journey as we explore the mystique of Elvis Presley’s “Mystery Train.” Released in 1955, this iconic track propels us into the heart of the King’s musical innovation, where blues, country, and rock intertwine to create a sonic masterpiece that continues to resonate through the ages.

Did You Know?

Elvis’s “Mystery Train” is a reimagining of Junior Parker’s 1953 original, with Elvis adding his signature touch, transforming it into a cornerstone of rock and roll. Recorded at Sun Studio in Memphis, Tennessee, this track features Scotty Moore’s evocative guitar licks and Elvis’s haunting vocals, embodying the essence of the American musical landscape.

Released as the B-side to “I Forgot to Remember to Forget,” “Mystery Train” became an instant classic, solidifying Elvis Presley’s reputation as a musical trailblazer. The song’s innovative fusion of genres and its portrayal of the universal theme of heartbreak contributed to its enduring appeal and its place in the pantheon of rock and roll history.

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Lyrics: Mystery Train 

Train I ride, sixteen coaches long
Train I ride, sixteen coaches long
Well that long black train got my baby and gone

Train train, comin’ ’round, ’round the bend
Train train, comin’ ’round, ’round the bend
Well it took my baby, but it never will again
No, not again

Train train, comin’ down, down the line
Train train, comin’ down, down the line
Well it’s bringin’ my baby, ’cause she’s mine all, all mine
She’s mine, all, all mine

Train train, comin’ ’round, ’round the bend
Train train, comin’ ’round, ’round the bend
Well it took my baby, but it never will again
Never will again
(Ooh, woah)