The song’s lyrics tell the story of someone warning another person not to step on their blue suede shoes, which are a symbol of their pride and identity. It became one of Elvis Presley’s signature songs and played a significant role in establishing him as a rock and roll icon. Elvis’ energetic and charismatic performances of the song helped propel him to fame in the mid-1950s. “Blue Suede Shoes” remains a classic in the history of rock and roll music and is often considered one of the genre’s pioneering tracks.
Did You Know?
“Blue Suede Shoes” was originally written and recorded by Carl Perkins in 1955 before Elvis Presley gave it his legendary touch. It’s said that Elvis loved the song so much that he recorded it in just one take! The catchy tune warns folks not to step on the singer’s blue suede shoes, and it became an anthem of rebellion and individuality in the 1950s.
Lyrics
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 shoes.
Well, you can knock me down,
Step in my face,
Slander my name
All over the place.
Do anything that you want to do, but uh-uh,
Honey, lay off of my shoes
Don’t you step on my Blue suede shoes.
You can do anything but lay off of my blue suede shoes.
You can burn my house,
Steal my car,
Drink my liquor
From an old fruitjar.
Do anything that you want to do, but uh-uh,
Honey, lay off of my shoes
Don’t you step on my blue suede shoes.
You can do anything but lay off of my blue suede shoes