“I Need Somebody to Lean On” from Viva Las Vegas (1964)

“I Need Somebody to Lean On” is a song from the 1964 musical film “Viva Las Vegas,” starring Elvis Presley and Ann-Margret. The song was written by Doc Pomus and Mort Shuman, and performed by Elvis Presley in the film.

The song is a ballad that expresses the need for companionship and emotional support. In the film, it is performed by Elvis’s character, Lucky Jackson, as he sings to Ann-Margret’s character, Rusty Martin, about his desire for someone to lean on and share his life with.

The lyrics of the song are touching and heartfelt, as Elvis sings about the loneliness and emptiness he feels without someone to share his life with. The chorus of the song, “I need somebody to lean on, somebody to tell my troubles to,” expresses the universal human desire for connection and support.

The song has become a beloved classic among Elvis fans, and it remains a testament to his talent as a singer and performer. “I Need Somebody to Lean On” is just one example of the many iconic songs that Elvis Presley contributed to the world of music, and his legacy continues to inspire and move people to this day.