What Now My Love – Elvis Presley

Introduction

What Now My Love: A Journey Through Time

Emerging from the depths of French songwriter Gilbert Bécaud’s mind, “What Now My Love” was originally titled “Et maintenant” and released in 1961. Its melancholic melody and poignant lyrics resonated with audiences worldwide, prompting numerous cover versions, including one by none other than Elvis Presley himself.

Presley’s rendition, released in 1973 as part of his legendary “Aloha from Hawaii” concert, breathed new life into the song. His soulful delivery and heartfelt interpretation transformed the ballad into an enduring classic, cementing its place in music history.

The song’s universal themes of love, loss, and longing continue to captivate listeners across generations. Its timeless melody and evocative lyrics have made it a staple in popular culture, appearing in films, television shows, and even video games.

“What Now My Love” is more than just a song; it’s an emotional tapestry woven with threads of love, heartbreak, and resilience. It’s a testament to the power of music to transcend language and culture, uniting listeners in a shared experience of human emotion.

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Lyrics

What now my love
Now that you left me
How can I live through another day
Watching my dreams turn into ashes
And all my hopes into bits of clay
Once I could see, once I could feel
Now I’m a numb
I’ve become unreal

I walk the night, oh, without a goal
Stripped of my heart, my soul
What now my love
Now that it’s over
I feel the world closing in on me
Here comes the stars
Tumbling around me
And there’s the sky where the sea should be

What now my love
Now that you’re gone
I’d be a fool to go on and on
No one would care, no one would cry
If I should live or die

What now my love
Now there is nothing
Only my last goodbye
Only my last goodbye