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

"Hound Dog" is a definitive 12-bar blues rock 'n' roll anthem recorded by Elvis Presley in 1956. Originally written by Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller for blues singer Big Mama Thornton , Elvis's version transformed the song into a global pop phenomenon. (As performed by Elvis Presley)

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

The song follows a standard 12-bar blues structure using three major chords (C, F, and G).

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

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

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 (As performed by Elvis Presley) In a famous

It sold over 10 million copies globally, becoming Elvis's best-selling single.