This song was big when we were kids, all over MTV. My brother used to sing his version: "We gonna walk down to electric barbecue, and cook without a fire."
The King's later material is under-appreciated. The lush, orchestral pop of songs like this and later "Kentucky Rain" and "Suspicious Minds" are my favorite pieces of his catalog. This version from the untouchable '68 Comeback Special is fantastic.
Hard to choose a song from one of my favorite artists and dear friend. I chose this one for a few reasons. When I got divorced 7 years ago, my 25-year friendship with Michael, our time together on the phone... This album and song saved my ass.
This was my brother's favorite song when it came out! LOVE it.
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