Elvis Presley-hound Dog Apr 2026

Well, they said you was high-classedWell, that was just a lieYeah, they said you was high-classedWell, that was just a lieWell, you ain't never caught a rabbitAnd you ain't no friend of mine

In a famous 1956 TV performance, Elvis was forced to sing the song to an actual Basset Hound wearing a top hat to tone down his controversial hip-gyrating dance moves. elvis presley-hound dog

It sold over 10 million copies globally, becoming Elvis's best-selling single. Well, they said you was high-classedWell, that was

The song follows a standard 12-bar blues structure using three major chords (C, F, and G). Elvis modified the original blues lyrics (which were

Elvis modified the original blues lyrics (which were about a "disgruntled lover") to be more nonsensical, including the famous line about catching a rabbit.

You can listen to the official audio or find the complete discography details on Elvis Presley's Official YouTube Channel or at Graceland .

The song was released as a single in July 1956 and topped the charts for 11 weeks.