Introduction
Easy Come, Easy Go: A Song From the King’s Movie Days
“Easy Come, Easy Go,” a catchy tune with a laid-back charm, isn’t just another Elvis Presley song. It’s a piece directly tied to his film career.
Released in 1967, “Easy Come, Easy Go” was the title track for Elvis’ 23rd movie. The film itself was a lighthearted adventure comedy featuring the King as Ted Jackson, a former Navy frogman. The plot revolved around Ted discovering a sunken ship’s treasure chest, sparking a comedic scramble to secure the riches.
The song, written by Ben Weisman and Sid Wayne, perfectly captured the film’s breezy, carefree spirit. Recorded in September 1966, it became part of the movie’s soundtrack alongside other tunes. Interestingly, “Easy Come, Easy Go” wasn’t the only song recorded during those sessions. An additional track, “She’s a Machine,” was left off the movie but found its way onto Elvis’ “Elvis Sings Flaming Star” album released a year later.
While “Easy Come, Easy Go” wasn’t a chart-topping sensation, it remains a delightful reminder of a specific era in Elvis’ career. It’s a song that embodies the lighthearted fun of his movie soundtracks, a time when music and cinema intertwined to create pure entertainment. So, put on your blue suede shoes, crank up the volume, and get ready to be swept away by the easygoing charm of “Easy Come, Easy Go.”