Black Velvet
Black Velvet

Alannah Myles - Black Velvet Lyrics

Well, darlings, let's take a sultry stroll down memory lane with this lyrical gem. This tune is a velvety tribute to the King of Rock 'n Roll himself, Elvis Presley. With references to his birthplace (Mississippi), his iconic song ("Love Me Tender"), and that… Read more

Rock
Aug 29, 1990
298
Black Velvet Music Video

Black Velvet Lyrics

Mississippi in the middle of a dry spell
Jimmy Rodgers on the Victrola up high
Mama's dancin' with baby on her shoulder
The sun is settin' like molasses in the sky
The boy could sing, knew how to move everything
Always wanting more, he'd leave you longing for
Black velvet and that little boy's smile
Black velvet with that slow southern style
A new religion that'll bring ya to your knees
Black velvet if you please

Up in Memphis the music's like a heat wave
White Lightnin' bound to drive you wild
Mama's baby's in the heart of every school girl
"Love Me Tender" leaves 'em cryin' in the aisle
The way he moved, it was a sin, so sweet and true
Always wanting more, he'd leave you longing for

Black velvet and that little boy's smile
Black velvet and that slow southern style
A new religion that'll bring ya to your knees
Black velvet if you please

Every word of every song that he sang was for you
In a flash he was gone, it happened so soon
What could you do?

Black velvet and that little boy's smile
Black velvet in that slow southern style
A new religion that'll bring ya to your knees
Black velvet if you please

Black velvet and that little boy's smile
Black velvet in that slow southern style
A new religion that'll bring ya to your knees
Black velvet if you please

If you please
If you please
If you please
Mmhmm
Mmhmm

Writer(s): Christopher Ward, David Tyson
Copyright(s): Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Anthem Entertainment, Peermusic Publishing
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What is the Meaning of Black Velvet?

Well, darlings, let's take a sultry stroll down memory lane with this lyrical gem. This tune is a velvety tribute to the King of Rock 'n Roll himself, Elvis Presley. With references to his birthplace (Mississippi), his iconic song ("Love Me Tender"), and that unmistakable southern charm, it's clear as crystal who this "little boy" is. The term "Black Velvet" symbolizes the rich, smooth voice that made Elvis an enduring sensation. It's not just about the man though; it's also about the impact he had - transforming music into a 'new religion' that brings fans to their knees in adoration. So there you have it – an ode to a legend wrapped up in one seductive package!

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