Frankie and Johnny is the soundtrack to the 1966 film of the same name. Set during the Gold Rush era, the film tells the story of a poker player (Elvis) and his relationship with a saloon singer. It was directed by Frederick de Cordova.
The recording sessions took place from May 12 to 14, 1965, at Radio Recorders in Hollywood. The album includes a mix of original songs and covers of traditional tunes, such as the folk song 'Frankie and Johnny', which gives the album its title.
The album reached number 20 on the Billboard Top 200 chart. Although not one of Elvis's biggest commercial successes, it contains songs like 'Please Don't Stop Loving Me' and 'What Every Woman Lives For', showcasing his vocal versatility.