Elvis Presley - My Way (Aloha From Hawaii, Live in Honolulu, 1973)
Elvis Presley’s version of "My Way" was released in 1977, towards the end of his career, and it became one of the standout tracks of his later years. The song was originally written by Paul Anka, and it was made famous by Frank Sinatra in 1969. Elvis's interpretation of "My Way" is heartfelt and reflective, which aligns with the themes of living life on one's own terms and dealing with the consequences of those choices.
Elvis's version is emotionally charged and often seen as a fitting representation of his life at the time, especially given the personal struggles he was facing. His vocal delivery in this song is powerful, and it carries a sense of finality and personal reflection. The song also became one of the key tracks on his album Moody Blue, which was released just before his passing.
"My Way" in Elvis’s hands takes on a more vulnerable tone than Frank Sinatra's, and many fans and critics consider it one of his more poignant performances.
Elvis Presley My Way Lyrics
And now the end is near
So I face the final curtain
My friend, I'll say it clear
I'll state my case of which I'm certain
I've lived a life that's full
I've traveled each and every highway
And more, much more than this
I did it my way
Regrets, I've had a few
But then again, too few to mention
I did what I had to do
And saw it through without exception
I planned each charted course
Each careful step along the byway
And more, much more than this
I did it my way
Yes, there were times, I'm sure you know
That I bit off more than I could chew
But through it all when there was doubt
I ate it up and spit it out
I faced it all and I stood tall
And did it my way
I've loved, I've laughed and cried
I've had my fill, my share of losing
And now as tears subside
I find it all so amusing
To think I did all that
And may I say, not in a shy way
Oh, no, no not me
I did it my way
For what is a man, what has he got
If not himself, then he has not
To say the words he truly feels
And not the words of one who kneels
The record shows I took the blows
And did it my way