Introduction to “A Big Hunk o’ Love” by Elvis Presley
Elvis Presley, the “King of Rock and Roll,” released his iconic single “A Big Hunk o’ Love” in 1959.
This catchy, upbeat song is a classic example of Presley’s early rockabilly style, characterized by its energetic rhythm, simple yet effective lyrics, and Presley’s charismatic vocal delivery.
Background
Released as the B-side to “I Need Your Love Tonight,” “A Big Hunk o’ Love” quickly gained popularity and became a top ten hit on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
The song’s success solidified Presley’s status as a rising star in the music industry and helped to define the sound of rock and roll in the late 1950s.
The lyrics of “A Big Hunk o’ Love” are simple and direct, expressing the singer’s admiration for a physically attractive woman.
The song’s refrain, “She’s a big hunk o’ love, she’s a big hunk o’ love,” is instantly memorable and perfectly captures the song’s energetic vibe.
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Lyrics
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Hey baby, I ain’t askin’ much of youNo no no no no no no no, babyI ain’t askin’ much of youJust a big-a big-a big-a hunk o’ love will doDon’t be a stingy little mamaYou’re ’bout to starve me half to deathWell, you can spare a kiss or twoAnd still have plenty leftNo no no, babyI ain’t askin’ much of youJust a big-a big-a big-a hunk o’ love will doThat’s rightYou’re just a natural born beehiveFilled with honey to the topBut I ain’t greedy, babyAll I want is all you gotNo no no, babyI ain’t askin’ much of youJust a big-a big-a big-a hunk o’ love will doThat’s rightI got wishbone in my pocketI got a rabbit’s foot ’round my wristYou know I’d have all the things my lucky charms could bringIf you’d give me just one sweet kissNo no no no no no no, babyI ain’t askin’ much of youJust a big-a hunk o’ hunk o’ hunk o’ love will doThat’s rightJust a big-a big-a big-a hunk o’ love will doThat’s rightJust a big-a big-a big-a hunk o’ love will doThat’s rightJust a big-a big-a big-a
