*(1967) RCA ''Just Call Me Lonesome'' (Take 3 FS FS FS, Take 4 Complete) Elvis Presley & Pete Drake

''Just Call Me Lonesome'' (UPA4-2769) (Take 3 FS FS FS, Take 4 Complete) (1:00 AM – 5:30 AM)
Recorded Monday September 11, 1967 at RCA Studio B, Nashville, Tennessee

Name (Or. No. of Instruments)
Elvis Presley - Vocals & Rhythm Guitar
Scotty Moore - Guitar
Chip Young - Guitar
Harold Bradley - Guitar
D.J. Fontana - Drums
Murrey ''Buddy'' Harmon - Percussion
Floyd Cramer - Piano
Bob Moore - Bass Guitar

Producer - Felton Jarvis
Recording Engineer - Jim Malloy

"Just Call Me Lonesome" is a song written by Rex Griffin and first recorded by Eddy Arnold in 1955, when it reached number two on the U.S. country singles chart. "Just Call Me Lonesome" subsequently appeared on albums by numerous recording artists.

''Just Call Me Lonesome'' tells the tale of a person who loves someone who doesn’t reciprocate those feelings. The narrator laments loving a heartless woman who remains oblivious to the pain she has caused. The lyrics express the realization that despite love being blind, the narrator should have known better. From this point on, the speaker embraces their solitude, asking to be called lonesome.

In the second verse, we see the narrator returning to an empty room, devoid of any warmth or companionship. The silence is a painful reminder that the person they loved is no longer present. The repetitive line, ''Just call me lonesome from now on,'' emphasizes the narrator’s acceptance of their lonely state.

The third verse delves deeper into the despair and hopelessness. The walls become a refuge for their tears as they question the purpose of life without hope. The final plea to be called lonesome reaffirms their resignation to a life devoid of love and happiness.

Overall, the song captures the raw emotions of heartbreak and the longing for love. It explores themes of unrequited love, acceptance of loneliness, and the struggle to move on from a failed relationship.

''Just Call Me Lonesome'' is a track from Elvis Presley’s album titled ''Clambake (Original Soundtrack),'' which was released on October 10, 1967. The album served as the soundtrack for the film of the same name. Produced by Felton Jarvis, this country-rock song stands out as a poignant portrayal of the pain of unrequited love.

''Just Call Me Lonesome'' by Elvis Presley is a song that beautifully captures the anguish and resignation that comes with unreciprocated love. Elvis’ poignant delivery and the soulful melody make this song a memorable portrayal of heartbreak and longing. Whether you’ve experienced similar emotions or simply appreciate the power of emotional ballads, ''Just Call Me Lonesome'' is a song that is sure to resonate with many.

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