Mystery Train
original song written and composed by Junior Parker; first recorded 1953 by Little Junior's Blue Flames
"Mystery Train" is a song written and recorded by American blues musician Junior Parker in 1953. Originally performed in the style of a Memphis blues or rhythm and blues tune, it was inspired by earlier songs and later became a popular rockabilly song. Elvis Presley had a big hit with it and continued to play it in his live shows until he died.
It was also covered by Jim Morrison, The Paul Butterfield Blues Band, The Band, Bob Dylan and The Stray Cats.[1]
References
change- ↑ Cartwright, Garth (25 July 2022). "Mystery Train — how Elvis Presley turned Junior Parker's 1953 track into a hit". Financial Times. Retrieved 2 September 2023.