About the Song
Ah, settle in, friends, and let’s take a trip back in time. Today, we’re dusting off a gem from the King himself, the man who shook the world with his hips and his voice, Elvis Presley. Now, we all know Elvis for his electrifying performances, his smooth baritone, and that iconic sneer. But there was another side to the King, a side that resonated with something deeper, something beyond the rock and roll lights. And that’s where “It Is No Secret (What God Can Do)” comes in.
Recorded in 1957, nestled amongst the festive cheer of Elvis’ Christmas album, this song wasn’t your typical holiday jingle. It was a heartfelt testament to faith, a melody that spoke of hope and the transformative power of a higher being. You could say it was Elvis, the king of rock ‘n’ roll, taking a knee to the King of Kings.
Now, some might raise an eyebrow. Elvis and gospel? Can those two worlds even co-exist? Well, let me tell you, folks, they not only co-exist, they harmonize beautifully in this song. You see, Elvis’ faith wasn’t some tucked-away secret. It was woven into the fabric of his being, just like the blues and the country that seeped into his music. And in “It Is No Secret”, he lets it shine through, clear and strong.
The song opens with a gentle piano, like a prayer whispered in the stillness of the night. Then, Elvis’ voice enters, soft and tender, telling us about a man “lost in the shadows, a stranger to light.” This wasn’t just any man, it was a reflection of anyone who’d ever stumbled and fallen, anyone who’d ever felt the weight of despair. And then, the chorus hits, a soaring declaration of faith: “It is no secret (what God can do)”. The music swells, the piano joins the gospel choir, and Elvis’ voice takes on a new power, a conviction that shakes the rafters of the soul.
The lyrics, penned by Stuart Hamblen, are simple but profound. They speak of God’s ability to mend broken hearts, to turn darkness into dawn, to lift the burdens we carry. They tell us that even the most hopeless case, the most lost soul, can find redemption in the arms of the divine. And Elvis, with his every breath, pours his own belief into these words, making them ring true, making them resonate with every listener, no matter their own path of faith.
So, folks, put on your dancing shoes, but keep a Kleenex handy. “It Is No Secret (What God Can Do)” is more than just a song. It’s a testament to the human spirit, a reminder that even in the darkest of nights, there’s always a glimmer of hope, a whisper of possibility. And who better to deliver that message than the King himself, the man who brought joy and light to millions with his music? So, crank up the volume, let Elvis take you on a journey of faith, and remember, friends, it truly is no secret what God can do.
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