1. Songwriting Credits: “Any Way You Want Me” was written by Aaron Schroeder and Cliff Owens. Aaron Schroeder was a prolific songwriter who wrote several hits for Elvis Presley, including “It’s Now or Never” and “Stuck on You.”
2. Recording Session: Elvis Presley recorded “Any Way You Want Me” on June 25, 1956, during a recording session at RCA Studios in New York City. This session also produced other famous Elvis tracks like “Hound Dog” and “Don’t Be Cruel.”
3. B-side of “Love Me Tender”: “Any Way You Want Me” was originally released as the B-side to Elvis Presley’s iconic hit single “Love Me Tender.” While “Love Me Tender” became a massive success, “Any Way You Want Me” also gained popularity and received significant airplay on its own, further showcasing Elvis’ versatility as an artist.
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Up and down the puppies’ hairFleas and ticks jump everywhere’Cause of original sin
What would you say(Don’t’ drop the big one)If you a monkey on a string(Don’t cut my life line)If you a doggie on a chain(Don’t bite the mailman)What would you say