“(You’re So Square) Baby I Don’t Care” is a 1957 song recorded by Elvis Presley and performed in the MGM film Jailhouse Rock. It was written by Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller for the film. Presley plays electric bass on the song.
The song is a rockabilly number with a catchy melody and driving rhythm. The narrator addresses the object of their affection, and points out all the ways that the addressee is square, how they are out of touch with modern trends in music and romance. Then the narrator tells the subject of the song that they love them in spite of, and maybe because of this.
Here are some of the lyrics:
You’re so square, baby, I don’t care You’re the cat’s pajamas, you’re a square You wear your hair so neat And your shoes are always neat You’re a regular square, baby
You’re so square, baby, I don’t care I love you more than anyone could compare You’re my sweet little square And I’m your teddy bear You’re a square, baby, but I don’t care
The song was a commercial success, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and staying there for six weeks. It also reached number one on the UK Singles Chart.
“(You’re So Square) Baby I Don’t Care” is considered to be one of Elvis Presley’s signature songs. It is a classic rockabilly number with a catchy melody and driving rhythm. The song’s message of loving someone for who they are, regardless of their trends or opinions, is still relevant today.