G.Harrison, Carl Perkins & Eric Clapton, mid 80s. : r/beatles

About the Song 

“Blue Suede Shoes” performed by Carl Perkins, Eric Clapton, and George Harrison is a legendary collaboration that brought together three iconic musicians for a truly unforgettable performance. Originally written and recorded by Perkins in 1955, the song became a rockabilly standard and a cornerstone of popular music.

This particular rendition, captured live in 1985, is a testament to the enduring power of the song and the incredible talents of the artists involved. Perkins, the original architect of the song, brought authenticity and raw energy to the performance. Clapton’s soulful guitar playing added depth and complexity, while Harrison’s rhythmic accompaniment provided a solid foundation.

The combination of these three musical giants resulted in a performance that is both nostalgic and electrifying. The song’s simple yet infectious melody, coupled with the artists’ impeccable musicianship, created a truly magical moment in music history.

This version of “Blue Suede Shoes” serves as a reminder of the enduring legacy of rockabilly and the impact it had on the development of rock and roll. It’s a song that continues to inspire and entertain audiences of all ages.Blue Suede Shoes: A Rockabilly Session with Carl Perkins and Friends (1985)

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Lyrics: Blue Suede Shoes

Well, it’s one for the money, two for the show
Three to get ready, now go, cat, go
But don’t you step on my blue suede shoes
You can do anything, but lay off of my blue suede shoesYou can knock me down, step on my face
Slander my name all over the place
Do anything that you wanna do
But uh uh, honey, lay off of my shoes
You can do anything, but lay off of my blue suede shoesYou can burn my house, you can steal my car
Drink my liquor from an old fruit jar
Do anything that you wanna do
But uh uh, honey, lay off of my shoes
But don’t you step on my blue suede shoes
Well, you can do anything, but lay off of my blue suede shoesWell, it’s one for the money, two for the show
Three to get ready, now go, cat, go
But don’t you step on my blue suede shoes
You can do anything, but lay off of my blue suede shoes

Well, it’s blue, blue, blue suede shoes
Blue, blue, blue suede shoes, yeah
Well, blue, blue, blue suede shoes
Blue, blue, blue suede shoes
Well, you can do anything, but lay off of my blue suede shoes

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