Words – Elvis Presley (New Edit)

Released in October 1969, “Words” showcases a reflective and emotionally restrained side of Elvis Presley. The song appeared on his 1970 album Let’s Be Friends, a compilation that gathered several recordings from his late-1960s sessions, a period when Elvis was reestablishing himself as a serious recording artist following his ’68 Comeback Special.

Originally written and recorded by the Bee Gees, “Words” found new life in Elvis’s hands. His version leans into longing and regret, carried by a gentle arrangement that allows his voice to do the heavy lifting. There’s a quiet vulnerability in the way he delivers lines about unspoken feelings and missed chances – themes that resonate just as strongly today as they did decades ago.

While Elvis’s rendition was not released as a major standalone single in the U.S., the album Let’s Be Friends reached the Top 20 on the Billboard Top LPs chart. The song itself remains a hidden gem in his catalog, treasured by fans who appreciate the softer, more introspective moments of the King’s career.

“Words” is a reminder that sometimes the things left unsaid echo the loudest.