The song "Blue Suede Shoes" was actually written and originally recorded by Carl Perkins in 1955. However, it became widely popular when it was covered by Elvis Presley in 1956, and it is often associated with him. The lyrics of the song tell a story of a person who values and is protective of their blue suede shoes. In the rock 'n' roll era, blue suede shoes were seen as a symbol of style and individuality. The protagonist warns others to not step on or damage their precious shoes. The line "One for the money, two for the show, three to get ready, now go, cat, go" basically sets the tone for a performance. It refers to the countdown before a show begins, encouraging everyone to get ready and enjoy the performance. The repeated phrase "Don't you step on my blue suede shoes. You can do anything but lay off of my blue suede shoes" expresses the protagonist's strong attachment and protectiveness towards their shoes. It's a way of saying that others can do what they want, but they should not damage or disrespect something that is important to someone. The verses where it mentions being knocked down, slandered, having belongings taken, or liquor consumed without permission are examples of the protagonist expressing that they will face challenges or adversity, but they won't tolerate any harm or disrespect towards their shoes. Overall, the song is about personal pride, individualism, and expressing a sense of protectiveness towards something important to oneself.
