Girls! Girls! Girls! (soundtrack)
The Girls! Girls! Girls! soundtrack is the musical companion to the 1962 Elvis Presley film of the same name. Released by RCA Victor on November 9, 1962, it features Presley performing a mix of rock and roll, pop, and Hawaiian-influenced songs. The album peaked at number 3 on the Billboard Top Pop Albums chart and was certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
The soundtrack includes twelve songs, many of which are thematically linked to the film's plot, which revolves around Presley's character working as a fisherman and boat captain in Hawaii while pursuing romantic interests. Notable tracks include the title song "Girls! Girls! Girls!," "Return to Sender," which became a significant hit single, and "The Walls Have Ears." The album also incorporates traditional Hawaiian musical elements in some tracks, reflecting the film's setting.
While not considered among Presley's most critically acclaimed soundtracks, Girls! Girls! Girls! was commercially successful and contributed to the film's overall popularity. The album showcased Presley's versatility as a vocalist and performer, and it remains a popular release among Elvis Presley fans. The soundtrack has been re-released in various formats over the years.