By tam lucky 
About the song
It’s easy to forget just how many unforgettable stories lie behind Elvis Presley’s classic songs — but The Girl of My Best Friend is one of those rare gems that still manages to draw listeners in from the very first line. This gentle, bittersweet ballad may not carry the same explosive energy as some of Elvis’s early rock ’ n’ roll hits, but its emotional richness is what keeps people coming back to it decade after decade. In many ways, it’s the kind of song that quietly captures the feeling of longing that nearly everyone, at some point in their lives, has felt but never spoken about.
Recorded in 1960 and released on the album Elvis Is Back!, The Girl of My Best Friend finds Elvis’s voice at one of its most expressive moments. His delivery is smooth, elegant and filled with sincerity. Rather than performing with dramatic flair, he sings with a sense of quiet restraint — which makes the song’s message even more touching. The lyrics speak of a man who finds himself unexpectedly in love with his best friend’s girlfriend, and though he wishes desperately that things could be different, he ultimately keeps his feelings hidden out of loyalty. It’s a timeless story of unspoken love and emotional conflict.
What makes the song so memorable is the way Elvis Presley captures that inner struggle through subtle vocal phrasing and carefully controlled intensity. The harmonies give the melody an almost dreamlike quality, while the gentle rhythm section keeps things steady and calm, as if the singer has already accepted that his love will never be returned. Even today, The Girl of My Best Friend remains a favorite among fans who appreciate Elvis’s softer, more vulnerable side. It’s a reminder that heartbreak doesn’t always come with dramatic scenes — sometimes, it sits quietly in the background, waiting for us to find the courage to let it go.