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American Idol Season 7 - The Songs

"Love Me Tender"

By Bill Lamb, About.com

"Love Me Tender" is built around a melody taken from the Civil War ballad "Aura Lee."

Performer

David Archuleta - May 6, 2008

Songwriters

Vera Matson and Elvis Presley

Notable Recorded Versions

  • Elvis Presley - #1 Pop (1956) Watch Video
  • Richard Chamberlain - #21 Pop (1962)

Key Lyric Phrase

Love me tender,
Love me sweet,
Never let me go

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