I Just Can't Help Believing

Label

Scepter Records

Genre

Easy Listening

Composer(s)

Barry Mann;Cynthia Weil

Entered Chart

Jun 20, 1970

Peak Date

Aug 22, 1970

Released

June 1970

Recorded

Unknown

Catalog #

Scepter 12283

B-Side

Send My Pictures To Scranton, PA

Written by the husband and wife songwriting team of Barry Mann and Cynthia Weil, this laid-back song was a #1 Adult Contemporary hit for Thomas, following up his massive hit "Raindrops Keep Falling On My Head." Both Barry Mann and Bobby Vee recorded the song before Thomas. Elvis Presley recorded this live on stage during his summer 1970 season at the International Hotel in Las Vegas. While he sang it during almost every show that season it was the performance from the dinner show on August 11 that made it onto the soundtrack album to Elvis' movie Thats The Way It Is and subsequent UK single, which peaked at #6. It is considered one of Elvis' best live performances as both orchestra and vocals are virtually flawless. It was an interesting time for Elvis, as shortly before the release of this track, Priscilla moved out, taking their daughter Lisa Marie with her. >> Elvis was backed by The Imperials Quartet on his version, and they also appeared in the movie Thats The Way It Is.

I just can't help believin'
When she smiles up soft and gentle
With a trace of misty mornin'
And the promise of tomorrow in her eyes

And I just can't help believin'
When she's lyin' close beside me
And my heart beats with the rhythm of her sighs

This time the girl is gonna stay
This time the girl is gonna stay for more than just a day

I just can't help believin'
When she slips her hand in my hand
And it feels so small and helpless
That my fingers fold around it like a glove

And I just can't help believin'
When she's whisperin' her magic
And her tears are shinin' honey sweet with love

This time the girl is gonna stay (This time the girl is gonna stay)
This time the girl is gonna stay for more than just a day

For more than just a day

(Just can't help believin')