“Lawdy Miss Clawdy” from the Elvis ’68 Comeback Special

“Lawdy Miss Clawdy” is a song that Elvis Presley performed on his 1968 Comeback Special. The song was originally written and performed by Lloyd Price in 1952, and it became a hit in the early days of rock and roll.

Elvis’ version of “Lawdy Miss Clawdy” is a high-energy performance that features him backed by a band that includes guitarist Scotty Moore, drummer DJ Fontana, and bassist Jerry Scheff. The performance starts off with Elvis playing a bluesy intro on his guitar before launching into the song’s famous opening riff.

Throughout the performance, Elvis sings with passion and intensity, delivering the lyrics with his trademark rock and roll swagger. The band supports him with a tight, rhythmic groove that drives the song forward.

The performance of “Lawdy Miss Clawdy” on the 1968 Comeback Special was one of the highlights of the show and helped cement Elvis’ status as a rock and roll icon.