After hearing a demo of this song, Elvis said "I'm never going to sing another song I don't believe in. I'm never going to make another movie I don't believe in." He kept that promise until he died 9 years later.
Elvis was a good part of my states history. MLK Jr was a sad part. What he did when he was here on this earth was AMAZING. He was a good man. Flawed but good! It saddens me to see all the work he did... all that he fought for has been whipped out! Very very sad!! He died fighting for something. And now... its gone!
@@tenngirl4trump mine too!!! but i’m from mississippi... about 1 1/2 hrs from tupelo. my hometown is actually right at the very top! 30 miles from memphis so i’ve been to graceland more times than i can count ❤️ i’ve never been to the civil rights museum though, which is located at the hotel where MLK was killed. i’ll have to go next time i visit!!
Yes! Many people forget that Elvis grew up in the ghetto dirt poor his twin might have been born alive had his parents been able to afford for his mom to be able to get pre natal care or deliver in a hospital can you imagine if we had been blessed with 2 Elvis ‘
The troll is almost in every elvis Video and always write the same one_sided rubbish about elvis, he probably write down the questions and answers to present them here, to get attention, always the same Procedure 😂 😂 😂 😂 😂 😂 😂 😂
@@bwana-ma-coo-bah425 He did donate to mlks movement and at that time it was normal to be racist so he wasn’t forced to do it, so that is what he did to fight racism.(what I know of)
And here is the whole story from Graceland Chris .... As Elvis was singing to the whole world and not just the two but everyone .... The report on the complete facts of the SONG "IF I CAN DREAM" Elvis Presley The King Elvis Presley Home Elvis Home › Graceland › Elvis News › Elvis Biography › Elvis Interviews › Sitemap › The assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in Memphis .... As well as that of U.S. Senator Robert Kennedy .... Affected Elvis Presley deeply .... These feelings led Elvis to give one of the most passionate performances of his career .... America was in the midst of an upheaval in 1968 .... The Civil Rights movement was in full swing and our world and culture were changing.... Within a short span of time .... Two leaders were assassinated .... Dr. King was assassinated April 4, 1968 .... In Memphis - Elvis's hometown .... Robert Kennedy .... Assassinated in Los Angeles .... June 6,1968 .... A US Senator who strongly supported human rights and social justice .... Was killed two months later .... On June 6.... It was Elvis's reaction to the news of both King and Kennedy's assassination that lead to the creation of the song 'If I Can Dream' .... A tribute song to King .... The Kennedy's {John and Bobby } .... And the fallen soldiers in Vietnam .... Featuring direct quotes from the Civil Rights leader.... In the spring of '68 .... Elvis was working on his upcoming TV special .... 'Elvis'.... After seeing the news about Kennedy's death on TV .... Elvis spent an entire night with the show's director .... Steve Binder and his friends .... Talking about the assassinations and Elvis's wishes for the world ....The conversation was heartfelt and honest.... And Binder believed Elvis had an important message for the country .... Binder then went to the show's Musical Director Billy Goldenberg and songwriter Earl Brown and told them about the discussion .... He wanted a Powerful ....Meaningful song that would close out the TV special .... Because the special was slated to air in December .... The producers and Elvis's manager .... Col. Tom Parker .... Had planned to end the show with a Christmas song .... Binder had other ideas .... It wasn't long before 'If I Can Dream was born..... Once the song was finished ... Binder took the song to Elvis and played it for him.... 'Let me hear it again', said Elvis .... The song was played again and again..... 'Okay', Elvis said .... 'I'll do it'.... On June 23, 1968 .... Elvis recorded 'If I Can Dream in several impassioned takes .... Eeven though it is said that the first take Elvis gave was perfect.... The king gave such a powerful performance that some band members were so blown away by Elvis's performance that they had to do several retakes .... It was after the band and backup singers were sent home that Elvis gave an even more astonishing performance as he re-recorded the vocals .... Elvis had the lights turned off and gave himself over to the music .... Over the next few takes .... He fell to his knees on the concrete floor .... Giving himself completely to the song .... After those takes .... Elvis went to the control room and had his chosen take played repeatedly before he gave it his blessing .... Elvis was so moved by the song and his experience with it that he told Binder .... I'll never sing another song I don't believe in .... I'm never going to make another movie I don't believe in' .... As Elvis was getting ready for the filming of the song .... Apparently designer .... Bill Belew who created the wardrobe for the ELVIS special .... He has had Elvis wearing neckerchiefs with some of his outfits .... He felt the song If I Can Dream was very moving .... And spoke to that generation about the difficult times they had been through during the sixties.... For this song .... Bill told Elvis he thought the white suit he had made would be more appropriate than the black leathers Elvis would wear for much of the concert ... When Elvis tried it on .... Bill felt there was something missing .... And realized it needed a neckerchief .... That evening Bill heard Walter Cronkite on the evening news speaking about all the soldiers that had died that week in the Vietnam War ..... The next day Bill found a dark red neckerchief for Elvis to wear with the white suit.... Bill explained to Elvis about the news he had watched .... And how many soldiers had died .... And that this neckerchief would represent the blood of all these soldiers that had lost their lives in Vietnam.... Both Bill and Elvis found this to be a very emotional subject .... And didn’t want to discuss it with anyone else .... If I Can Dream was an appropriate song for the finale of the show .... As it was Elvis’ appeal for peace and understanding. Elvis asked me to include the story of If I Can Dream .... His message was .... “It is important to remember those that sacrificed their lives at that time ..... Forty years have passed since the Vietnam War ended .... But If I Can Dream is still my hope for the world today' .... As Per ....www.elvisinfonet.com/book-redbowtie.html Elvis wore the red scarf as a symbol of their sacrifice 'If I Can Dream was featured at the end of Elvis's Singer Special (later known as the '68 Special) on December 3, 1968.... This was the first time the public heard the song .... And it was later released as a single with 'Edge of Reality (recorded for the film 'Live a Little, Love a Little') as its flip-side in November 1968 ..... The single spent 13 weeks on the U.S. pop chart peaking at #12. In the U.K., it was on the chart for 10 weeks, peaking at #11. It is now a Gold Record single. Elvis Presley Lyrics Words & Music by W. Earl Brown Elvis Presley Lyrics There must be lights burning brighter somewhere Got to be birds flying higher in a sky more blue If I can dream of a better land Where all my brothers walk hand in hand Tell me why, oh why, oh why can't my dream come true There must be peace and understanding sometime Strong winds of promise that will blow away All the doubt and fear If I can dream of a warmer sun Where hope keeps shining on everyone Tell me why, oh why, oh why won't that sun appear We're lost in a cloud With too much rain We're trapped in a world That's troubled with pain But as long as a man Has the strength to dream He can redeem his soul and fly Deep in my heart there's a trembling question Still I am sure that the answer gonna come somehow Out there in the dark, there's a beckoning candle And while I can think, while I can talk While I can stand, while I can walk While I can dream, please let my dream Come true, right now Let it come true right now Oh yeah Recorded: 1968/06/23, first released on single.... And that is now history forever ....
Gentle soul, You are somebody. You are kind, you are playful, you are emotional, you feel the music without prejudice, and you will always be a proud Black man. One that I admire. Not for the color of your skin, but for the content of your character. Keep being the best you that you can. We've got your back.
I'm mad you're getting haters telling you you're not Black or your Black card is revoked because your reacting to "old white person songs" or whatever the comment was. The reason you deliver a unique reaction to these songs is because the song and the artist are new to you! That's what makes watching fun. If you were a 30 year old white guy you would have heard a lot of these songs growing up and couldn't react to them. So yes, you're reacting lots of old white songs and artists, so what!?! If you're enjoying yourself nothing else matters! Do these haters want you to only react to only "Black music"? That's the world we want to live in? What even would be only Black music? I love Rap and Hip Hop and watch other reactors who cover it (shout out to NolifeShaq, LFR, Third Ernest). You and JamelAkaJamal are the few reactors I know that cover a lot of 70s and 80s hits that lots of white people have fond memories of. Why is that a problem!?! Be you and be unique. Haters are jealous. They don' t have the drive, guts, or imagination to try and do TH-cam, you do. I'm coming to kick their asses! 😁 Stay strong, don't doubt yourself, and have fun with your channel. 💙💙💙
Amen- JULI Hayes! You don’t have to be any color Leo! You’re our people!! I know you get a lot of pressure from where you live though! Those bashing days are over! You are loved and admired by much of America now!!
That’s what makes his reactions so good !! Because he’s black and reacting to songs he might not be familiar with !! When people expand their mind and listen to something different they usually enjoy it .. I’m an old white country girl and I listen to rap and hip hop too!! Most of friends do too !’ Nothing wrong w that esp if you’re as smart and funny as Mr Video .. damn the guy should be a stand up comedian !!
He was so deeply affected by the MLK assassination in Memphis. The people around him who knew him said they had never seen him perform with such passion and intensity. He meant every word of this song & FOUGHT to have it be included as the ending segment to this special. It was about his dream of seeing the end of all types of pain going on in the world, especially those concerning racism. PEACE!
Friends that don't want to hangout with you because of what you want to do Are Not Your Friends... Better off without them You are better than that!!! You can olny have a few best friends. And you have quite a lot of fans!!! 👍
How true... I have found that the older I get, the fewer friends that I have. I have a best friend of over 40 years who I know that I can count on in any situation.. and she knows the same of me.
That white suit is called the "Pastor's suit" which tells you something. Elvis grew in Tupelo Mississippi, in an African American area, his friend Sam Bell said "he was so looked down upon, that we felt sorry for him". That feeling, never left him.
Im not really a Christian, idk what i believe, not in any religions, but i still love EPs Gospel Album. I can really feel the passion and soul from them. Especially in "Youll Never Walk Alone"
Just be yourself, black, white, purple, whatever. You have a gift and don't give up on it. I love your reaction. #1 with me. Thanks for reacting to Elvis, the GOAT. MORE, PLEASE.
"This was the final song he sang on Elvis, his 1968 NBC comeback special in the USA which was his first live performance in seven years. The song was written at the last minute by the show's musical director W. Earl Brown, at the request of the producer Steve Binder to replace "I'll Be Home For Christmas." He wrote it as a response to the assassinations of Robert Kennedy and Martin Luther King, which had happened a few months previously." The Colonel didnt want Elvis to do this song. Elvis had to fight to do it on the special.
This always tears me up because I know it is sung from the heart - great MLK tribute. There are two kinds of people in this world. those that want to divide us and those who want to bring us together. Division is easy, the weak like the easy path.
This song was in honor of Martin Luther King he was really hurt when he heard about MLK being killed this song was so special I think he only performed it one more time.
I see everyone has already explained the meaning behind this song and you can hear in his voice just how much it meant to him. Kudos to all those commenting about these "hate comments" you've received, such great comments. We are all here because we love what you do. Never allow haters to make you doubt what you are doing, don't give them satisfaction. It's usually always jealousy. Your channel is growing and we stoked for you because we care about you. Toss those comments in the trash that's where they belong. Elvis, we could sure use you down here again, you were one of a kind....our musical King!
Leo, dear soul....WE LOVE YOU !! Focus on that!! theres always gonna be haters...they are jealous and miserable..ignore them...focus on the LOVE Here on your channel...we LOVE YOU ALWAYS!!!! You are an American dammit!!!
6:50 "What other people think of me is not my business" is what I always say. You have a dream & you're growing & evolving. Negative people will try to tear that down. Ignore them because there are 140K people who think you are dope as hell. You've singlehandedly saved 2020 for so many of us. Keep going Leo!! You're "black card" is solid platinum man!! 👊💥
What Jennifer said! I look forward to watching you EVERY DAY. I lost someone very close to me this year to cancer. And I have filled many many hours of my loneliness and heartache watching you these last few months. You gave me something to laugh about when I wanted to cry. Someone to cry WITH when I didn't want to be alone. F**k those trolls, because you sir are a ray of light in a dark time for THOUSANDS of people.
You do you. Some people can't stand to see people shine. So you be you!!!! Your channel has been a bright spot in these dark days. So don't listen to the negative and keep being the positive!!!
@@williamquinlan2193 Yeah because he knew the King.. 🙏🏽🌹 Continue Riparadise Beloved Elvis. And I'm not gonna even speak on that black card mess ...One word,"UNBELIEVABLE!"
The one thing 2020 has taught me is that I know who really matters in my life, and who doesn't belong in it. I also learned what mattered more to me than anything else. Hold on to your dreams, my friend! It's the only thing they can't take away from us. I've been down many times in my life. Had to start over 5 different times. Remember the ones who were there when you were struggling just to put some food in your belly, and forget the ones who turned their backs on you. Elvis understood this. He lived it. He worked his way up out of poverty. People tried to squash his light many times, but he just shined brighter. He was a generous man. He had his struggles with health, pain, addiction, etc, but he never gave up. His music is his legacy. What will your legacy be? What makes you...you? Only you can answer that. Don't let anyone steal your light. May peace and love surround you now and in the new year. ☮️💗
Im so proud of u . By showing ur loving humanity with humor and honesty, you have become a 🌠💯👏. U will continue 2 skyrocket .Shine on Leo. Ps.Elvis was my first crush at like 7 lol. #STAYWILD
Man that pisses me off bro. Don't let them negative comments effect you there will always somebody that'll talk about someone you can't hide from that. Come on man you literally one of the best reactors on TH-cam. If people talking then you doing something right. Keep them talking bro it gives you views.
@@Sweetpea1030 That's kind of unfair. I'm sure every person commenting has knowledge of some huge historical event, or some aspect of a historical event, that you don't and would clutch their pearls to learn of such. That's the problem with history - it keeps piling up, it never stops being created and we're constantly learning new things about the past. The most one can do is try. Also, TBF, he was surface listening to the song. A person tends to do that the first time hearing something. Maybe he caught it on the second listen, we don't know.
@@kerkie You are correct. Out of respect for Mr. Video I'm deleting my comment on this post. I've actually learned some things on this post, and I've been around for awhile.😉
I can see this one got to you It was powerful for a reason as people have pointed out here Nobody can take any card away from you They've already shown their hand You keep your dream alive
His Dream was for everyone to be treated with the same respect, dignity, care no matter what color, where live or anything else people think is "important". I cry every time I hear this because we still aren't where we should be 💔
Thank you, verrah much. Elvis has left the building! And THIS is why Elvis is the King of Rock! Michael Jackson is the King of Pop. Prince is the Master of it all! Just Sayin'
This is my most favorite Elvis performance in existence. Elvis holds a very special place in my heart, my grandfather used to be an impersonator for charity when I was young, and we lost him last year. Your video came at the perfect time.
The dream Elvis is singing about in the song is for a reality of understanding, peace and togetherness so people don't have to suffer through the hostility you've gotten. Right now!
Mr Video, you are eclectic in your musical choices and that's the best way to be. I am the same way, i listen to many types and genres of music. People that think they should only listen to one type of music are just clueless as to what music is all about.
Those who anger you control you, just ignore them brother, you are real, true and honest, a very rare thing these day, don’t change a thing, just be you !!!!
It was his manager Tom Parker who wanted him to do a Christmas song. Elvis wanted to do something more powerful and the record producers and label people got one of the TV special's songwriters to come up with this song. As soon as Elvis heard the song demo, he made the proclamation that he would never again perform any song he didn't believe in.
Love is not disgraceful. They were not allowed to be kids like most of us, they shared that understanding with each other that others can never fully grasp. Just like the song, walk a mile in my shoes.
@@mattbecham3094 Send us a link to a picture were we can see you examining their interaction, you MUST have been mandated... Where are the papers so I can read the conclusions ? No, NOT the toilet paper ! Brainless ! The STUDY paper... What's your job again ?
He wasn't about money Leo, he was nearly broke when he died, gave away millions over the years and had all these hanger ons, very generous man, would have been a preacher if he didn't do music, loved spiritual songs, born very very poor. But looked after everyone. You seem out of sorts Leo, hope your ok son thinking of you, Happy healthy and abundant New year 😘😘
Yes u are 100 % right because Elvis was a humble man and he gave charity to different organizations and he loved every color of every human being and he grew up in the projects with the black community and he will give his shirt from his back to every living soul.
Elvis was never even close to broke, and he never could be. He could make as much money as he wanted anytime he wanted. It wasn't even a factor for him.
let me pass on to you what my daddy always told us: "IF YOU ARE GOING TO DREAM....DREAM BIG, BABY, DREAM BIG". no matter, who ever, has tried to steal your dream, dismiss them to the curb and Dream Big Baby!
You are a beautiful human being! You keep reacting to what makes YOU happy! Whenever you expand your horizons, you will lose what is toxic! Follow YOUR OWN dreams! 👍 BTW - This song is a tribute to MLK RFK & JFK. MEN who created change.
You’re a human being. Elvis truly saw no color, neither should we. Those who do, shame on them, NOT you. To me, you’re my brother, in Christ. As it should be. This song is about exactly that. That we should all find peace and happiness and love each other. Haters will always hate, let them. They’re answer for their judgments in front of THE Judge, one day. Then, they’ll regret their loathing, only it will be too late for them. Stay true to who you are, of not, you’re only cheating yourself. Love, hugs, prayers and well wishes being sent your way, always. 💙
Good music is good music; a good song is a good song. No color is needed, just ears. Music has forged bonds between different kinds of people for centuries. Enjoy the music you enjoy.
Leo your reactions bring us joy. Much of the music you react to comes from times whence people and cultural things like music were less divided despite the fact that there was real tension and strife in other aspects of society. Music and art were uniting elements of culture. All of Led Zeppelin early hits were blues songs from as far back as the 20s. Think about how often you have been surprised that upon seeing artists perform songs vaguely familiar to you you find the artists are white. Today we are being manipulated into thinking we must reject each other as a way rejecting a flawed system or society. This manipulation has not worked on you. Don't lose sight of what you believe. You are doing good.
You need to study about what this song is truly about. The dream of mankind getting along. During this time was civil unrest, with the assassination of MLK and Robert Kennedy. BTW Forget about the haters, they are jealous of your success with doing something you love doing, reactions to new and exciting music. Keep doing you. You are doing a fantastic job.
This song was written for Elvis for the 68 comeback special, to honour Martin Luther King and Bobby Kennedy who he admired so much and was so upset at the news of them being assassinated. Elvis was a very caring man he was beautiful inside and out. The dream was Martin Luther Kings, 'I have a dream' speech. You've got it completely wrong, listen to it again. Nothing to do with Elvis's career and his dream of stardom, the truth is he didnt want the stardom anymore, he just wanted a normal life, his fame killed him in the end Take note drugs kill.....
I'm Native American and I have no doubt a lot of tribal members would love to take my tribal enrollment card away cuz I love Clay Aiken! LOL I mostly listen to R&B and soul and you have actually taught me quite a bit about White songs and artists especially from 1980 on.
Elvis is one of the most recognized & famous people in music history, & no doubt, one of the most talented, however his heart & love for humanity, is his true legacy 💚💜💗💚💜 I wish with every fiber of my being, that his dream would come true right now!!!
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This song was done in tribute to MLK and Robert Kennedy after their assassinations in that year. MLK was assassinated in Elvis's city of Memphis
Absolutely!
After hearing a demo of this song, Elvis said "I'm never going to sing another song I don't believe in. I'm never going to make another movie I don't believe in." He kept that promise until he died 9 years later.
Elvis was a good part of my states history. MLK Jr was a sad part. What he did when he was here on this earth was AMAZING. He was a good man. Flawed but good! It saddens me to see all the work he did... all that he fought for has been whipped out! Very very sad!! He died fighting for something. And now... its gone!
@@tenngirl4trump mine too!!! but i’m from mississippi... about 1 1/2 hrs from tupelo. my hometown is actually right at the very top! 30 miles from memphis so i’ve been to graceland more times than i can count ❤️ i’ve never been to the civil rights museum though, which is located at the hotel where MLK was killed. i’ll have to go next time i visit!!
@@poisoninmyiv That’s really awesome!!!!! You’re a groovy girl🕺
man he did more than most people will ever know to fight racism in his day. that was his dream.
Yes! Many people forget that Elvis grew up in the ghetto dirt poor his twin might have been born alive had his parents been able to afford for his mom to be able to get pre natal care or deliver in a hospital can you imagine if we had been blessed with 2 Elvis ‘
tell me what he did to fight racism.
@@teamcougars and what does that have to do with fighting racism?
The troll is almost in every elvis Video and always write the same one_sided rubbish about elvis, he probably write down the questions and answers to present them here, to get attention, always the same Procedure 😂 😂 😂 😂 😂 😂 😂 😂
@@bwana-ma-coo-bah425 He did donate to mlks movement and at that time it was normal to be racist so he wasn’t forced to do it, so that is what he did to fight racism.(what I know of)
The dream Elvis had was for everyone to be able to live in peace together no matter what color or religion they were
His dream in this song was for his brothers (black and white) to walk hand in hand.
This is Elvis' response to MLK Assassination 2 months earlier.
You can see the pain in his very being as he sings this song.
The dream is for all of his brothers (of all races) to walk hand in hand.
YES!
Mic 🎤 drop ! ❤️❤️❤️❤️
🎶to dream of a better land....where all my brothers walk hand in hand ....tell me why, ohh why, ohh why can’t my dreams come true 🎶.
Elvis forever ♥️ Peace 🌍 out blessings
Yes, and sadly STILL just a dream!
Elvis made this as Tribute to MLK, and Kennedy After they were killed..
And here is the whole story from Graceland Chris .... As Elvis was singing to the whole world and not just the two but everyone .... The report on the complete facts of the SONG "IF I CAN DREAM" Elvis Presley The King Elvis Presley Home Elvis Home › Graceland › Elvis News › Elvis Biography › Elvis Interviews › Sitemap › The assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in Memphis .... As well as that of U.S. Senator Robert Kennedy .... Affected Elvis Presley deeply .... These feelings led Elvis to give one of the most passionate performances of his career .... America was in the midst of an upheaval in 1968 .... The Civil Rights movement was in full swing and our world and culture were changing.... Within a short span of time .... Two leaders were assassinated .... Dr. King was assassinated April 4, 1968 .... In Memphis - Elvis's hometown .... Robert Kennedy .... Assassinated in Los Angeles .... June 6,1968 .... A US Senator who strongly supported human rights and social justice .... Was killed two months later .... On June 6.... It was Elvis's reaction to the news of both King and Kennedy's assassination that lead to the creation of the song 'If I Can Dream' .... A tribute song to King .... The Kennedy's {John and Bobby } .... And the fallen soldiers in Vietnam .... Featuring direct quotes from the Civil Rights leader.... In the spring of '68 .... Elvis was working on his upcoming TV special .... 'Elvis'.... After seeing the news about Kennedy's death on TV .... Elvis spent an entire night with the show's director .... Steve Binder and his friends .... Talking about the assassinations and Elvis's wishes for the world ....The conversation was heartfelt and honest.... And Binder believed Elvis had an important message for the country .... Binder then went to the show's Musical Director Billy Goldenberg and songwriter Earl Brown and told them about the discussion .... He wanted a Powerful ....Meaningful song that would close out the TV special .... Because the special was slated to air in December .... The producers and Elvis's manager .... Col. Tom Parker .... Had planned to end the show with a Christmas song .... Binder had other ideas .... It wasn't long before 'If I Can Dream was born..... Once the song was finished ... Binder took the song to Elvis and played it for him.... 'Let me hear it again', said Elvis .... The song was played again and again..... 'Okay', Elvis said .... 'I'll do it'.... On June 23, 1968 .... Elvis recorded 'If I Can Dream in several impassioned takes .... Eeven though it is said that the first take Elvis gave was perfect.... The king gave such a powerful performance that some band members were so blown away by Elvis's performance that they had to do several retakes .... It was after the band and backup singers were sent home that Elvis gave an even more astonishing performance as he re-recorded the vocals .... Elvis had the lights turned off and gave himself over to the music .... Over the next few takes .... He fell to his knees on the concrete floor .... Giving himself completely to the song .... After those takes .... Elvis went to the control room and had his chosen take played repeatedly before he gave it his blessing .... Elvis was so moved by the song and his experience with it that he told Binder .... I'll never sing another song I don't believe in .... I'm never going to make another movie I don't believe in' .... As Elvis was getting ready for the filming of the song .... Apparently designer .... Bill Belew who created the wardrobe for the ELVIS special .... He has had Elvis wearing neckerchiefs with some of his outfits .... He felt the song If I Can Dream was very moving .... And spoke to that generation about the difficult times they had been through during the sixties.... For this song .... Bill told Elvis he thought the white suit he had made would be more appropriate than the black leathers Elvis would wear for much of the concert ... When Elvis tried it on .... Bill felt there was something missing .... And realized it needed a neckerchief .... That evening Bill heard Walter Cronkite on the evening news speaking about all the soldiers that had died that week in the Vietnam War ..... The next day Bill found a dark red neckerchief for Elvis to wear with the white suit.... Bill explained to Elvis about the news he had watched .... And how many soldiers had died .... And that this neckerchief would represent the blood of all these soldiers that had lost their lives in Vietnam.... Both Bill and Elvis found this to be a very emotional subject .... And didn’t want to discuss it with anyone else .... If I Can Dream was an appropriate song for the finale of the show .... As it was Elvis’ appeal for peace and understanding. Elvis asked me to include the story of If I Can Dream .... His message was .... “It is important to remember those that sacrificed their lives at that time ..... Forty years have passed since the Vietnam War ended .... But If I Can Dream is still my hope for the world today' .... As Per ....www.elvisinfonet.com/book-redbowtie.html Elvis wore the red scarf as a symbol of their sacrifice 'If I Can Dream was featured at the end of Elvis's Singer Special (later known as the '68 Special) on December 3, 1968.... This was the first time the public heard the song .... And it was later released as a single with 'Edge of Reality (recorded for the film 'Live a Little, Love a Little') as its flip-side in November 1968 ..... The single spent 13 weeks on the U.S. pop chart peaking at #12. In the U.K., it was on the chart for 10 weeks, peaking at #11. It is now a Gold Record single. Elvis Presley Lyrics Words & Music by W. Earl Brown Elvis Presley Lyrics There must be lights burning brighter somewhere Got to be birds flying higher in a sky more blue If I can dream of a better land Where all my brothers walk hand in hand Tell me why, oh why, oh why can't my dream come true There must be peace and understanding sometime Strong winds of promise that will blow away All the doubt and fear If I can dream of a warmer sun Where hope keeps shining on everyone Tell me why, oh why, oh why won't that sun appear We're lost in a cloud With too much rain We're trapped in a world That's troubled with pain But as long as a man Has the strength to dream He can redeem his soul and fly Deep in my heart there's a trembling question Still I am sure that the answer gonna come somehow Out there in the dark, there's a beckoning candle And while I can think, while I can talk While I can stand, while I can walk While I can dream, please let my dream Come true, right now Let it come true right now Oh yeah Recorded: 1968/06/23, first released on single....
And that is now history forever ....
Gentle soul, You are somebody. You are kind, you are playful, you are emotional, you feel the music without prejudice, and you will always be a proud Black man. One that I admire. Not for the color of your skin, but for the content of your character. Keep being the best you that you can. We've got your back.
She's right Leo! ❤😂
I'm mad you're getting haters telling you you're not Black or your Black card is revoked because your reacting to "old white person songs" or whatever the comment was. The reason you deliver a unique reaction to these songs is because the song and the artist are new to you! That's what makes watching fun. If you were a 30 year old white guy you would have heard a lot of these songs growing up and couldn't react to them. So yes, you're reacting lots of old white songs and artists, so what!?! If you're enjoying yourself nothing else matters! Do these haters want you to only react to only "Black music"? That's the world we want to live in? What even would be only Black music? I love Rap and Hip Hop and watch other reactors who cover it (shout out to NolifeShaq, LFR, Third Ernest). You and JamelAkaJamal are the few reactors I know that cover a lot of 70s and 80s hits that lots of white people have fond memories of. Why is that a problem!?! Be you and be unique. Haters are jealous. They don' t have the drive, guts, or imagination to try and do TH-cam, you do. I'm coming to kick their asses! 😁 Stay strong, don't doubt yourself, and have fun with your channel. 💙💙💙
None of those haters are reacting to JAZZ, arguably Black America's greatest gift to the world.
Most of the pop culture from last century till now is African American derived anyway no matter the color of who performs it.
Amen- JULI Hayes! You don’t have to be any color Leo! You’re our people!! I know you get a lot of pressure from where you live though! Those bashing days are over! You are loved and admired by much of America now!!
That’s what makes his reactions so good !! Because he’s black and reacting to songs he might not be familiar with !! When people expand their mind and listen to something different they usually enjoy it .. I’m an old white country girl and I listen to rap and hip hop too!! Most of friends do too !’ Nothing wrong w that esp if you’re as smart and funny as Mr Video .. damn the guy should be a stand up comedian !!
Juli you are a true human being and have a wonderful soul 💕
He was so deeply affected by the MLK assassination in Memphis. The people around him who knew him said they had never seen him perform with such passion and intensity. He meant every word of this song & FOUGHT to have it be included as the ending segment to this special. It was about his dream of seeing the end of all types of pain going on in the world, especially those concerning racism. PEACE!
Don’t listen to the haters - listen to the message in this song 👍🏼
It wasn't just Elvis' dream - he wanted mankind to "just get along" - be sane - be benevolent to each other - MLK, et al.
His Dream - All of his Brothers Walk Hand In Hand. Listen Again
peace and love among ALL of us.. that was his dream... hopefully one day it will completely come to us..
Elvis cried like a baby when MLK was assassinated!
He also had difficulties recording this song because he couldn`t hold back his tears.
He did this song behind his managers back.
@@Curtis69213 and its one of if not his best song. I cant believe how good he sings in this.
"I don't know who I am anymore". You're Leo. You're Mr. Video. And you're brilliant.
Any gospel songs that Elvis sang....will give you chills.
Facts
You’re a cool dude with a gentle soul. Don’t let no one bring you down.
THE King....this man, with his roots in gospel, gave us everything he had in him... every show...every time. He gave us everything.
Friends that don't want to hangout with you because of what you want to do Are Not Your Friends...
Better off without them You are better than that!!!
You can olny have a few best friends.
And you have quite a lot of fans!!! 👍
How true... I have found that the older I get, the fewer friends that I have. I have a best friend of over 40 years who I know that I can count on in any situation.. and she knows the same of me.
@@connieb4372 Exactly! 👍
Same here.
Most the so called friends are olny around when they want something! Never when you need them. Not friends...
That white suit is called the "Pastor's suit" which tells you something. Elvis grew in Tupelo Mississippi, in an African American area, his friend Sam Bell said "he was so looked down upon, that we felt sorry for him". That feeling, never left him.
Im not really a Christian, idk what i believe, not in any religions, but i still love EPs Gospel Album. I can really feel the passion and soul from them. Especially in "Youll Never Walk Alone"
What you are is a unique human being who gives happiness right here.
Keep dreaming and be the best YOU, you can be.
His dream was for world peace. For everyone to just get along.
He had a dream and we are still dreaming for peace.
There is no color in music, only vibrations of love. Peace to all.
Stay strong. Your reactions are legendary and funny and entertaining.
Just be yourself, black, white, purple, whatever. You have a gift and don't give up on it. I love your reaction. #1 with me. Thanks for reacting to Elvis, the GOAT. MORE, PLEASE.
"This was the final song he sang on Elvis, his 1968 NBC comeback special in the USA which was his first live performance in seven years. The song was written at the last minute by the show's musical director W. Earl Brown, at the request of the producer Steve Binder to replace "I'll Be Home For Christmas." He wrote it as a response to the assassinations of Robert Kennedy and Martin Luther King, which had happened a few months previously."
The Colonel didnt want Elvis to do this song. Elvis had to fight to do it on the special.
This always tears me up because I know it is sung from the heart - great MLK tribute.
There are two kinds of people in this world.
those that want to divide us and those who want to bring us together.
Division is easy, the weak like the easy path.
This song was in honor of Martin Luther King he was really hurt when he heard about MLK being killed this song was so special I think he only performed it one more time.
Shirley, right, in the "black leather" setting of the same show.
YOU GAVE ME A MOUNTAIN ELVIS Don’t let haters bring you down MoveOn ignore him don’t need them
Leo...You are a great human being and we love you! 💕
I have never seen any other singer release such volcanic passion onstage. Only Elvis.
I see everyone has already explained the meaning behind this song and you can hear in his voice just how much it meant to him. Kudos to all those commenting about these "hate comments" you've received, such great comments. We are all here because we love what you do. Never allow haters to make you doubt what you are doing, don't give them satisfaction. It's usually always jealousy. Your channel is growing and we stoked for you because we care about you. Toss those comments in the trash that's where they belong. Elvis, we could sure use you down here again, you were one of a kind....our musical King!
Leo, dear soul....WE LOVE YOU !! Focus on that!!
theres always gonna be haters...they are jealous and miserable..ignore them...focus
on the LOVE Here on your channel...we LOVE YOU ALWAYS!!!! You are an American dammit!!!
6:50 "What other people think of me is not my business" is what I always say. You have a dream & you're growing & evolving. Negative people will try to tear that down. Ignore them because there are 140K people who think you are dope as hell. You've singlehandedly saved 2020 for so many of us. Keep going Leo!! You're "black card" is solid platinum man!! 👊💥
Damn Straight!! 👍👍
Well said Jennifer!
Exactly what I was going to say. Thanks for saying it so well.
YES!
What Jennifer said! I look forward to watching you EVERY DAY.
I lost someone very close to me this year to cancer. And I have filled many many hours of my loneliness and heartache watching you these last few months. You gave me something to laugh about when I wanted to cry. Someone to cry WITH when I didn't want to be alone. F**k those trolls, because you sir are a ray of light in a dark time for THOUSANDS of people.
You do you. Some people can't stand to see people shine. So you be you!!!! Your channel has been a bright spot in these dark days. So don't listen to the negative and keep being the positive!!!
Elvis was taking us to church there.
If we all could live that dream, the world would be a happy beautiful place. I wish it could be.
If you haven’t already reacted to it, I don’t believe you have, In The Ghetto. Be careful you may cry.❤️
He has already reacted to this th-cam.com/video/CIzd5Ruz7kg/w-d-xo.html
There’s a reason he’s called The King.
...which he didn't like to be called.
@@williamquinlan2193 Yeah because he knew the King.. 🙏🏽🌹 Continue Riparadise Beloved Elvis. And I'm not gonna even speak on that black card mess
...One word,"UNBELIEVABLE!"
There is nothing wrong with you, Leo.
You are loved by many for the exact person you are. Happy New Year, the best is yet to come!
The one thing 2020 has taught me is that I know who really matters in my life, and who doesn't belong in it. I also learned what mattered more to me than anything else. Hold on to your dreams, my friend! It's the only thing they can't take away from us.
I've been down many times in my life. Had to start over 5 different times. Remember the ones who were there when you were struggling just to put some food in your belly, and forget the ones who turned their backs on you.
Elvis understood this. He lived it. He worked his way up out of poverty. People tried to squash his light many times, but he just shined brighter. He was a generous man. He had his struggles with health, pain, addiction, etc, but he never gave up. His music is his legacy.
What will your legacy be? What makes you...you? Only you can answer that. Don't let anyone steal your light. May peace and love surround you now and in the new year. ☮️💗
Im so proud of u . By showing ur loving humanity with humor and honesty, you have become a 🌠💯👏. U will continue 2 skyrocket .Shine on Leo. Ps.Elvis was my first crush at like 7 lol. #STAYWILD
Elvis was may first crush to!!
@@45kimmyb
And mine :)))
Man that pisses me off bro. Don't let them negative comments effect you there will always somebody that'll talk about someone you can't hide from that. Come on man you literally one of the best reactors on TH-cam. If people talking then you doing something right. Keep them talking bro it gives you views.
Nobody has the passionate golden voice of Elvis.He will live forever with his music.
One of the single greatest performances by ANY singer at ANY time!!!
There is a message in this song that you are missing...
A big one...
@@maceomaceo11 Yep I'm actually a little surprised...
@@Sweetpea1030 That's kind of unfair. I'm sure every person commenting has knowledge of some huge historical event, or some aspect of a historical event, that you don't and would clutch their pearls to learn of such. That's the problem with history - it keeps piling up, it never stops being created and we're constantly learning new things about the past. The most one can do is try. Also, TBF, he was surface listening to the song. A person tends to do that the first time hearing something. Maybe he caught it on the second listen, we don't know.
@@kerkie You are correct. Out of respect for Mr. Video I'm deleting my comment on this post. I've actually learned some things on this post, and I've been around for awhile.😉
I’m actually a little shocked and annoyed that he totally missed the message! 🤷🏻♀️
One of the best songs written and Elvis does this so strong, makes me tear up all the time!
I can see this one got to you
It was powerful for a reason as people have pointed out here
Nobody can take any card away from you
They've already shown their hand
You keep your dream alive
this song brings me to the edge of tears every time I hear it
Elvis was so special, he definitely had the IT factor ❣️
His Dream was for everyone to be treated with the same respect, dignity, care no matter what color, where live or anything else people think is "important". I cry every time I hear this because we still aren't where we should be 💔
yet he never spoke of it once.
Your the Man Leo, that's what you are!!
We're here, believing in you and your dream. Fly, Leo!
This was for Martin Luther King Jr.
Thank you, verrah much. Elvis has left the building!
And THIS is why Elvis is the King of Rock!
Michael Jackson is the King of Pop.
Prince is the Master of it all!
Just Sayin'
Sending you love and hope that all your dreams come true.
Any time someone comes up at all, there's gonna be haters. 💞
I love seeing your journey through all this music. Great music is great music.
This is my most favorite Elvis performance in existence. Elvis holds a very special place in my heart, my grandfather used to be an impersonator for charity when I was young, and we lost him last year. Your video came at the perfect time.
Sorry for your loss.
The dream Elvis is singing about in the song is for a reality of understanding, peace and togetherness so people don't have to suffer through the hostility you've gotten. Right now!
Mr Video, you are eclectic in your musical choices and that's the best way to be. I am the same way, i listen to many types and genres of music. People that think they should only listen to one type of music are just clueless as to what music is all about.
Burnin love , cant falling in love with you are some of greatest songs
Those who anger you control you, just ignore them brother, you are real, true and honest, a very rare thing these day, don’t change a thing, just be you !!!!
ELVIS IS THE KING.... King of Love.
He’s dreaming of peace for us all!! 🤘🏻🤘🏻
JUST KEEP BEING YOU AND ALL THAT MEANS!! WE LOVE YOU LEO!!😙🎶🎶❤❤❤❤❤
A couple of other great Elvis' songs are--"The Wonder of You" and "Kentucky Rain."
Oh yes Kentucky Rain is amazing
As a casual Elvis fan for 48 years, I’ve never heard of either of those songs.
Kentucky Rain for sure but it has to be the studio version, the live version does it no justice...♡
@@BDogg2023 maybe you should check them out, they are really great song's, Kentucky Rain has been my favorite since it came out in like 69...♡
❤️ Kentucky Rain!
Elvis insisted on finishing the TV special with this tribute even though the studio wanted him to do a christmassy song
It was his manager Tom Parker who wanted him to do a Christmas song. Elvis wanted to do something more powerful and the record producers and label people got one of the TV special's songwriters to come up with this song. As soon as Elvis heard the song demo, he made the proclamation that he would never again perform any song he didn't believe in.
We are all Human ...period... !! Emotions, feelings.. we all share the same thing .... Elvis embodied that , Great Reaction !!
Great music is universal and transcends all social barriers.
Elvis I got the goose bumps too Who wouldn't with this song
What did he know?
From a Jack to a King/ Elvis
I'm not white anymore
The king 👑 at his best American legend still be talking about this man in a thousand years 🇬🇧👍👑👑👑👑
His daughter, Lisa Marie, was married to your boy Michael Jackson!
oh wow, I had actually forgotten about this!
Love is not disgraceful. They were not allowed to be kids like most of us, they shared that understanding with each other that others can never fully grasp. Just like the song, walk a mile in my shoes.
@@mattbecham3094 were you in their marriage? Awkward.
@@mattbecham3094 In front of the pressure? FOH
@@mattbecham3094 Send us a link to a picture were we can see you examining their interaction, you MUST have been mandated... Where are the papers so I can read the conclusions ? No, NOT the toilet paper ! Brainless ! The STUDY paper... What's your job again ?
Don't let anyone else define your success, do what makes you happy
He wasn't about money Leo, he was nearly broke when he died, gave away millions over the years and had all these hanger ons, very generous man, would have been a preacher if he didn't do music, loved spiritual songs, born very very poor. But looked after everyone. You seem out of sorts Leo, hope your ok son thinking of you, Happy healthy and abundant New year 😘😘
@Ailisha Doyle
Very well said!
Happy New Year :)
Many happy returns my dear, have a safe and healthy New year xx
Yes u are 100 % right because Elvis was a humble man and he gave charity to different organizations and he loved every color of every human being and he grew up in the projects with the black community and he will give his shirt from his back to every living soul.
A very generous man who genuinely loved his fans.Elvis treasured fans gifts and kept them all, so they are housed in the Graceland Archives.
Elvis was never even close to broke, and he never could be. He could make as much money as he wanted anytime he wanted. It wasn't even a factor for him.
you are a lover of all music and of all people. period. thank you.
Deep reaction bro. If some "friends" try to take your ", black card"…. just tell them that some people contribute to the world, and some don't.
Well, we can give you a new one. It's shiny and has a way higher spending limit.
Word!! Brother ! Word! Right on
let me pass on to you what my daddy always told us: "IF YOU ARE GOING TO DREAM....DREAM BIG, BABY, DREAM BIG". no matter, who ever, has tried to steal your dream, dismiss them to the curb and Dream Big Baby!
You are a beautiful human being! You keep reacting to what makes YOU happy! Whenever you expand your horizons, you will lose what is toxic! Follow YOUR OWN dreams! 👍 BTW - This song is a tribute to MLK RFK & JFK. MEN who created change.
Elvis was also a Gospel Singer. He’s trying not to cry singing this song. 50 years and this song is still about current problems 😭👵❤️🌻🦋💀✌🏼🔥
One of the most beautiful live performances ever recorded. Love this one. Very relevant today.
You’re a human being. Elvis truly saw no color, neither should we. Those who do, shame on them, NOT you. To me, you’re my brother, in Christ. As it should be. This song is about exactly that. That we should all find peace and happiness and love each other. Haters will always hate, let them. They’re answer for their judgments in front of THE Judge, one day. Then, they’ll regret their loathing, only it will be too late for them. Stay true to who you are, of not, you’re only cheating yourself. Love, hugs, prayers and well wishes being sent your way, always. 💙
I think this was Elvis at his absolute best. Such a great show and performance. He nailed every single sonh💖😍
Good music is good music; a good song is a good song. No color is needed, just ears. Music has forged bonds between different kinds of people for centuries. Enjoy the music you enjoy.
Peace Brother. You got it figured out. Life is what you make it.
For all my brothers to walk hand in hand. At the beginning. 🙌❤️
I have 3 Macaws, the only time they dance or sing is anything Elvis or Johnny Cash including right now... yes they have good taste in 🎶🎶🎶🎶❤️
My cat's more of a punk rawker,but he likes him some Elvis
He asked for peace back then, no racism,no hate. The king! I love Elvis
Leo your reactions bring us joy. Much of the music you react to comes from times whence people and cultural things like music were less divided despite the fact that there was real tension and strife in other aspects of society. Music and art were uniting elements of culture. All of Led Zeppelin early hits were blues songs from as far back as the 20s. Think about how often you have been surprised that upon seeing artists perform songs vaguely familiar to you you find the artists are white. Today we are being manipulated into thinking we must reject each other as a way rejecting a flawed system or society. This manipulation has not worked on you. Don't lose sight of what you believe. You are doing good.
Perfectly said
Listen to this song! Elvis growed up whit african/American and thats why he sing blues too❤❤
You need to study about what this song is truly about. The dream of mankind getting along. During this time was civil unrest, with the assassination of MLK and Robert Kennedy. BTW Forget about the haters, they are jealous of your success with doing something you love doing, reactions to new and exciting music. Keep doing you. You are doing a fantastic job.
He was dreaming of a better land where all his brothers walked hand in hand. That was a quote from the Martin Luther King, "I Have A Dream" speech,
Can't help falling in love with you by elvis is a good love song.
Another oldie ,NAT king Cole ,, unforgettable ,, incredible voice and handsome man 🎶🎶🎶🎶
This song was written for Elvis for the 68 comeback special, to honour Martin Luther King and Bobby Kennedy who he admired so much and was so upset at the news of them being assassinated.
Elvis was a very caring man he was beautiful inside and out. The dream was Martin Luther Kings, 'I have a dream' speech.
You've got it completely wrong, listen to it again. Nothing to do with Elvis's career and his dream of stardom, the truth is he didnt want the stardom anymore, he just wanted a normal life, his fame killed him in the end
Take note drugs kill.....
Music is music. Music is not a color.
✌️💕
I'm Native American and I have no doubt a lot of tribal members would love to take my tribal enrollment card away cuz I love Clay Aiken! LOL I mostly listen to R&B and soul and you have actually taught me quite a bit about White songs and artists especially from 1980 on.
LOL...Barry Manilow for me 🤓
@@deegomez2089 I guess you know how I feel! LOL
Elvis is one of the most recognized & famous people in music history, & no doubt, one of the most talented, however his heart & love for humanity, is his true legacy 💚💜💗💚💜 I wish with every fiber of my being, that his dream would come true right now!!!