Elvis Sings “Baby I Don’t Care” in “Jailhouse Rock” (1957)
In the movie Jailhouse Rock (1957), Elvis Presley performs the song “Baby I Don’t Care” during a scene where he is rehearsing with his band. The scene takes place in a studio, with Elvis wearing a black leather jacket and pants, and his hair slicked back. The song is a classic rock and roll tune, with Elvis delivering a powerful vocal performance and demonstrating his signature dance moves. The scene is a memorable moment in the film, and the song has become one of Elvis’s most popular hits.
“Baby I Don’t Care” is a song originally recorded by Elvis Presley in 1957. The song was written by Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller and was released as the B-side to “Loving You”. The song is an up-tempo rock and roll number that features Elvis’s signature style and swagger.
The lyrics of “Baby I Don’t Care” are playful and flirtatious, with Elvis declaring that he doesn’t care what anyone thinks or says about his love. The song is notable for its memorable opening line, “You don’t like crazy music, you don’t like rockin’ bands, you just wanna go to a movie show, and sit there holdin’ hands.”
“Baby I Don’t Care” was a hit for Elvis, reaching #28 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The song has since become a classic rock and roll track and has been covered by numerous artists over the years.