Wooden Heart – Elvis Presley

Introduction

Elvis Presley’s “Wooden Heart (Muss I Denn)” is a transcendent musical journey through the universal language of love. Originally a German folk song, Elvis’s rendition, released in 1960, not only showcases The King’s versatility but also transforms a traditional melody into a timeless ballad of love and longing.

Did You Know?

Elvis Presley, renowned for his ability to breathe new life into diverse musical genres, took on the challenge of adapting “Muss I Denn,” a German folk song, into the heartfelt “Wooden Heart.” The song, featured in the film “G.I. Blues,” became an international hit, showcasing Elvis’s ability to connect with audiences across cultures.
The lyrics of “Wooden Heart” tell a tale of love and heartbreak, with Elvis’s emotive vocals bringing forth a sense of sincerity and vulnerability. The fusion of German folk elements with Elvis’s rock ‘n’ roll charm created a unique and enduring masterpiece.

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Lyrics: Wooden Heart 

Can’t you see
I love you
Please don’t break my heart in two
That’s not hard to do
‘Cause I don’t have a wooden heart
And if you say goodbye
Then I know that I would cry
Maybe I would die
‘Cause I don’t have a wooden heart
There’s no strings upon this love of mine
It was always you from the start
Treat me nice
Treat me good
Treat me like you really should
‘Cause I’m not made of wood
And I don’t have a wooden heart
Muß i’ denn, muß i’ denn
Zum Städtele hinaus,
Städtele hinaus
Und du mein Schatz bleibst hier
Muß i’ denn, muß i’ denn
Zum Städtele hinaus,
Städtele hinaus
Und du mein Schatz bleibst hier
There’s no strings upon this love of mine
It was always you from the start
Sei mir gut
Sei mir gut
Sei mir wie du wirklich sollst
Wie du wirklich sollst
‘Cause I don’t have a wooden heart

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