The song “In The Ghetto” by Elvis Presley is not only a famous musical piece but also an artistic work carrying a profound social message.0h
The song “In The Ghetto” by Elvis Presley is not only a famous musical piece but also an artistic work carrying a profound social message. Released in 1969, this song quickly became an icon of the 1960s and is still revered and honored for its message to this day.
The lyrics of “In The Ghetto” tell the story of a boy born into a ghetto, where poverty and violence threaten his life. The song expresses the community’s desire for social change to create a better living environment for future generations. Elvis Presley conveyed the emotion of this song sincerely and thoughtfully, helping listeners understand the pain and hardship of those living in poverty.
With its combination of deep melody and meaningful lyrics, “In The Ghetto” has spread its message far and wide and is beloved by many listeners worldwide. This song is not just a musical piece but also a call for support and social change.
With “In The Ghetto,” Elvis Presley created a powerful and deeply meaningful musical work, affirming his influence not only in music but also in social culture
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As the snow fliesOn a cold and gray Chicago mornin’A poor little baby child is bornIn the ghetto(In the ghetto)
And his mama cries‘Cause if there’s one thing that she don’t needIt is another hungry mouth to feedIn the ghetto(In the ghetto)
AdvertisementPeople, don’t you understandThe child needs a helping handOr he’ll grow to be an angry young man some dayTake a look at you and meAre we too blind to see?Do we simply turn our headsAnd look the other way
Well, the world turnsAnd a hungry little boy with a runny nosePlays in the street as the cold wind blowsIn the ghetto(In the ghetto)
And his hunger burnsSo he starts to roam the streets at nightAnd he learns how to stealAnd he learns how to fightIn the ghetto(In the ghetto)
Then one night in desperationThe young man breaks awayHe buys a gun, steals a carTries to run, but he don’t get farAnd his mama cries
AdvertisementAs a crowd gathers ’round an angry young manFace down on the street with a gun in his handIn the ghetto(In the ghetto)
And as her young man dies(In the ghetto)On a cold and gray Chicago mornin’Another little baby child is bornIn the ghetto(In the ghetto)
And his mama cries(In the ghetto)(In the ghetto)(Ah)
