1. Hound Dog by Elvis Presley, recorded in 1956, is a rock and roll classic known for its energetic rhythm, catchy guitar riffs, and Presley’s electrifying vocals. The song’s lyrics depict a jilted lover comparing their unfaithful partner to a “hound dog.”

2. Hound Dog played a pivotal role in the evolution of rock and roll, blending rhythm and blues, country, and gospel. Presley’s dynamic performances on TV propelled him to superstardom, breaking down musical and performance boundaries of the time.

3. With over 10 million copies sold, Hound Dog is one of the best-selling singles of all time. It has been covered by various artists and featured in films and commercials, solidifying its status as a timeless cultural phenomenon and symbol of rock and roll.

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Lyrics

You ain’t nothin’ but a hound dogCryin’ all the timeYou ain’t nothin’ but a hound dogCryin’ all the timeWell, you ain’t never caught a rabbitAnd you ain’t no friend of mine

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

You ain’t nothin’ but a hound dogCryin’ all the timeYou ain’t nothin’ but a hound dogCryin’ all the timeWell, you ain’t never caught a rabbitAnd you ain’t no friend of mine

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

Well, they said you was high-classedWell, that was just a lieYa know 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

You ain’t nothin’ but a hound dogCryin’ all the timeYou ain’t nothin’ but a hound dogCryin’ all the timeWell, you ain’t never caught a rabbitYou ain’t no friend of mine

You ain’t nothin’ but a hound dog