Elvis Presley – Money Honey – 1956

Are you ready to take a trip down memory lane? Join us as we delve into the fascinating world of music with the iconic song, “Money Honey,” written by the talented Jesse Stone. Released in September 1953, this timeless classic marked a pivotal moment in the career of Clyde McPhatter, who was backed by the newly formed Drifters for the very first time. McPhatter’s enchanting voice had already gained recognition as the lead singer for Billy Ward and the Dominoes, but “Money Honey” catapulted him to even greater heights.

Did You Know?

  • The song “Money Honey” enjoyed immediate success, securing a spot on the rhythm and blues charts for an astonishing 23 weeks and ultimately reaching the coveted #1 position.
  • Rolling Stone Magazine acknowledged the song’s enduring greatness by ranking it at #252 on their list of the “500 Greatest Songs of All Time.”
  • By 1968, “Money Honey” had reportedly sold in excess of two million copies, cementing its status as a beloved classic.
  • Perhaps one of the most memorable moments in the song’s history came in 1956 when the legendary Elvis Presley not only performed “Money Honey” but also recorded it on an LP, adding his own signature touch to this timeless tune.

Lyrics

(J. Stone)
You know, the landlord rang my front door bell.
I let it ring for a long, long spell.
I went to the window,
I peeped through the blind,
And asked him to tell me what’s on his mind.
He said,

Money, honey.
Money, honey.
Money, honey, if you want to get along with me.

Well, I screamed and I hollered,
I was so hard-pressed.
I called the woman that I loved the best.
I finally got my baby about half past three,
She said I’d like to know what you want with me.
I said,

Money, honey.
Money, honey.
Money, honey,
If you want to get along with me.

Well, I said tell me baby, what’s wrong with you?
From this day on our romance is through
I said, tell me baby, face to face
How could another man take my place?
She said,

Money, honey.
Money, honey.
Money, honey,
If you want to get a long with me.

Well, I’ve learned my lesson and now I know
The sun may shine and the winds may blow.
The women may come and the women may go,
But before I say I love you so,
I want

Money, honey.
Money, honey.
Money, honey,
If you want to get along with me.