Paul Simon was at that performance and when asked what he thought of Elvis's performance of the song. Paul said he was going home and hang his guitar on the wall because there was no way he was going to be able to out perform Elvis's performance, ever. Bless his heart. 😊
Paul Simon of Simon and Garfunkel who wrote and had a number 1 hit with this song gave Elvis the ultimate compliment he said after hearing Elvis sings this, I don’t ever want to sing it again
Opera singer Kiri Te Kanawa told Michael Parkinson that: Elvis had the greatest voice she had ever heard. Tenor Placido Domingo in an interview said: He was the one voice I wish to have had. Welsh bass-baritone Bryn Terfel said: Elvis was very classically orientated with his voice and diction. Very sincere in wanting to get everything perfect
When Elvis covers a song it becomes his. There is a reason he is declared the King of Rock-n-roll, his voice, his showmanship and stage presence, his band and back up singers when you went to an Elvis concert you never left feeling you did not get your moneys worth. As a child growing up where my mom was a huge Elvis Fan his music was a regular staple in our household. I cannot hear Elvis and not think about my mom and as she passed long ago it is a happy/sad memory at the same time.
Great reaction. Thank you for doing this and great observations. This is Paul Simon's favorite cover of this song. Of Elvis's interpretation, Simon stated (paraphrase) "How the hell am I supposed to match that?" Elvis not only shows off his range and dynamic control, but also his ability to convey emotion with his entire performance. The musical arrangement is also so key to the effectiveness of this performance. Bravo to the piano player (Glen Hardin), the orchestra and the backup singers who provide a gospel flair.
One mention, too, is that although Elvis didn't write songs, he produced them and often had a vision in his head of what he wanted. Therefore, he worked with his piano player in putting together arrangements, such is what you see here. It's why I think he's one of the most underrated producers in history. Enjoy your channel, my friends!
… I've never heard a better male voice than Elvis's...amazingly good...no other entertainer has matched his charisma and sex appeal, to this day!! ✨💎✨🎸🕺🏻🕯 Thank you
When Elvis was touring, the price of a ticket was usually $10, $12 or at the most $15 ( $65-$95 in today's money ) .... Not sure about Vegas, because some shows were Dinner shows with meals included. However, the Maitre 'D at the International ( later renamed the Hilton ) became a wealthy man accepting tips from patrons wishing to be seated near the stage ....
Great reaction team, i saw Elvis in las Vegas on august 28 1969 dinner and cocktail shows. the cost per show was $15 each. i was proud back then and now to say Elvis was my favorite singer, his attendance records still whole today in las Vegas. thanks for a great review.
Great reaction, I hope you can catch my favorite, in the black leather, "Trying to Get to You" from the 68 comeback special. Also, "Memories" and of course the opening number, "Trouble/Guitar Man, again thanks for keeping his memory alive. Be Blessed
@@duketomlinson3270 True, but Elvis always said 14, will get ya 20 and he knew when to back off though there were a lot of young ones who threw themselves at him. But, Elvis really did actually just talk to them.
Wonderful reaction. This is a masterpiece by Elvis and Company. I saw this performance live in Vegas 10 times and every one was flawless and inimitable. He was the consummate performer. He also demanded that tickets to his concerts stayed affordable and they were. He often did charity concerts and sometimes gave jewelry to fans during a concert. A fantastic singer, arranger and performer as well as an amazingly decent man. He produced all of his recordings after he left Sun.
When Simon and Garfunkel heard this rendition they said how will we ever perform this song again. Love Elvis if I was on a desert island and could only bring one artist Elvis is it and I would never ever be tired of his voice so sorry you haven’t heard Elvis I’m 59 and listened to him since little have records
You are technically correct. I do know he went to writer for “If I can dream “. He told the writer how he was feeling and the writer wrote that song. Elvis was similar to an on stage music producer. He arranged the music and instructed the musicians on what he wanted
Perfection! OMG, I love Elvis. Even Paul Simon was blown away. My understanding is Paul Simon was in the audience and said in an interview, “When I first heard Elvis perform ‘Bridge Over Troubled Water’, it was unbelievable. I thought to myself: ‘How the hell can I compete with that?'”
You said it must be expensive to see Elvis at the Hilton in Vegas will here's a shock I seen him 4 times at the Hilton and the price no Matter what seat you were located at was an astonishing $20.00 and that included 3 drinks. Now here in 2023 you can't even see a lounge show for that. My how times have changed. I also seen him at the Anaheim Convention Center in California and I paid $10.00 for there.
Bars & Barbells- Thank you so much for finally getting to Elvis version of Bridge Over Troubled Water. Even Paul Simon said after he heard Elvis perform there song. How can I ever do it any better than him?
I'm so glad you guys got to this. I could never get tired of watching and listening to this. Everything, and I've watched the behind-the-scenes footage where Elvis is working out the arrangement for this with his band and backing vocalists in practice, and it's a terrific insight. Elvis was an amazing arranger. But vocally he kills it and the band just kills it and the backing vocalists just kill it. His sense of nuance and dynamic range there at the beginning is so incredible. And you can hear all the little different flavors to his voice; it's so quiet you could hear a pin drop otherwise. Then he goes all Opera at the end and it just totally kicks ass.
@@barsandbarbells2022 Cool! Here is that rehearsal footage for it I was talking about. I have played in bands my whole life and this just rings so true. m.th-cam.com/video/dn89JS4FEu0/w-d-xo.html&pp=ygUyZWx2aXMgcHJlc2xleSBicmlkZ2Ugb3ZlciB0cm91YmxlZCB3YXRlciByZWhlYXJzYWw%3D
Elvis was one of a kind and there will never be another like him. Mom paid 50 dollars apiece for our 2nd row seats at one of his concerts in Kansas in 1972.
Elvis never wanted his tickets to be too expensive. He wanted them so that anyone who wished to see him could. His ticket prices ranged from $10.00 to $15.00. that's it!!!
To go where the brave dare not go... That is just what he musically was! He stood in big boots of musicbusines and did it his way! He is best there ever was or will be!!!❤❤❤🇫🇮
Great reaction. As you guys watch more live Elvis videos, you will notice he kind of "morphs" in the shows. He will joke around in between songs, but when the song begins, you see him fall into "the zone" His focus becomes on drawing every bit of emotion he has into the song he is performing.
I have been an Elvis fan or my life I am now 57 Elvis Presley is the world's best entertainer to have ever lived Elvis Presley wheels still be remembered in another 50 billion years to come from Andrew spriggs
Great to see a real "reaction video" that is not blurred due to crazy thoughts. This is selling the artist, but the old school suits and artists doesn't seam to get it! somehow!? As far a the video goes, this is the King in a period that not even the Lord himself would have dared to compete. This is Elvis at his very best, nothing else will ever come close.
Garfunkel was a soft Falsetto and Elvis a strong Baritone. No comparison at all in how they sing this song. Simmon loved Elvis version. He began to resent letting Garfunkel sing it. He says that clearly and it recorded. Everyone knows they had a falling out. I think he wanted to hear it in a deeper tone to know if he could have pulled it off. Hence him saying; there’s no way I could ever top that, after hearing Elvis this very night.
Elvis ...... when it comes to Music & Entertainment , " ELVIS " is Gods Masterpiece to mankind . & when " ELVIS " sings Even the ANGELS 😇 Still to listen 😊❣. I have been Blessed to see Elvis in concert 3 times , & there are NO Words to Describe this Man, and what He Can do On Stage . ( SING it Loud & Proud Elvis .😢😮.) That's the way it is 🤗😍 Hang loose everyone 🤙 Diane from chicago, ^/5/2023. MORE ELVIS PLEASE 👍😁 .
Love your reaction. This song is a part of „ That‘s the way it is“, a documantary with first part the rehearsals and second the songs from the concerts. In the rehearsals you can see how Elvis was working with this song. It‘s really great to see. (sorry for my bad english, its not my language).
I'm 58 live in Toronto, my first concert was Elvis I was 9 my parents took me to Buffalo, I remember when he came out the ladies went nuts ,I started crying. My dad reassured me they were happy I thought they were dying lol. Two years later did it again. Started a life long love for live music. Thanks Elvis ❤
He's the best concert ever was in Hawaii. Via Satellite It is fantastic in watching him since I was 6. I'm now seventy three Doesn't get any better than this
Really great reaction, with a depth of analysis given by people who understand the fundamentals of music. I think you are seeing and realising why he so revered by so many people 45 years after his passing. There are many great artists but this guy had the complete package including a wide vocal dexterity all without auto tune etc.
Love you guys and as just like with so many covers, Elvis as the best vocalist ever, made the song his own! As Paul Simon, after seeing the performance, turned to others and said, to paraphrase, "[w]hat the F are we going to do now?"
Elvis is the king his voice was so beautiful that everything he did was awesome he brings tears to my eyes singing so many beautiful songs wish he had lived longer
This is my first time viewing your Channel. Being an ELVIS fan since I was a little kid, there's much to explore about him. Not just the 800+ recordings, but also videos showing the humanity of the legend. As he was Blessed, so in turn he gave to others. There's also a 2-Part documentary, "Elvis Presley and The Black Community, That Echo Will Never Die", chronicling his early life, and his hurtles his critics placed on him. Segregation was alive and well, all throughout this time period. I Subscribed to your Channel! THANK YOU!
Thank you too! We have some other videos from Elvis up on the channel if you'd like to check them out! Find the playlist here: th-cam.com/play/PLiy8c3CGpcyi27q6u2bZi-L690P_zGtmF.html
As commented below, Paul Simon said "How the hell am I supposed to match that?" I was privileged to get to hear Elvis live in the early 70's. Speaking of the price of tickets, my first Elvis concert had me driving with my boyfriend from Nashville to Louisville, KY, and the ticket. cost $10! You had to find out early, though, when the tickets would go on sale or they would sell out. There was no internet back then, and no cable TV. One of my teacher friends, knowing I had been an Elvis fan since early childhood, told me ahead of time that she had heard about the upcoming performance in Louisville that would be advertised the next day in the Sunday paper, and she urged me to order the tickets right then, which I did. Our seats were on the floor, and of course, there was a frenzy when Elvis came out and mostly what I remember is that everyone stood up, of course, and I could not see over them. Back then they did not have the screens to show close ups of the performer. I was able to see him two more times in my hometown of Nashville, but one of my biggest regrets today is that I never saw him live, in Vegas, in a more intimate setting. I would go in a heartbeat today, but back then I was a young, sheltered, Southern, single schoolteacher, and getting on a plane, flying to Vegas, and staying in a hotel is something I just would not have done back then, and surely could not afford. I have gone to Vegas to see several performers now, but it just never occurred to me to go to Vegas at that time. Yes, I do regret that, but am happy I did get to see him live three times, and I am thankful for the videos so I can experience his Vegas performances , his TV performances again, and for all the new young fans, like yourself, he is gaining from these videos. Keep in mind there was no autotune, and Elvis wore himself out performing in Vegas, always doing two shows a night, and sometimes three. It has been said that no one performs that much in Vegas now. Elvis has also, today, been described as a musical servant. I welcome you to the world of Elvis; he deserves all of these new fans. His music was everything to him. He took part in all the arrangements, and it has been said he was actually his own producer. His backup singers and band members knew to watch him at all times. There are classes taught in some universities about the Elvis phenomenon, but suffice it to say he was the first ever entertainer listened to by both black and white audiences. Before then, White people listened to white performers, and black people only listened to black performers. Elvis was white, but had the unique black sound. Elvis feared he would never be remembered. Not so! He is getting many young fans today who recognize his unique talent! RIP, Elvis. Job well done!
All you have to know was Paul Simon watched Elvis perform this song and he said I cannot stop this. Elvis could sing so many other artists songs and do it better then the original artist did with the song that is the Magic of Elvis Presley the one and only King.
Elvis had differents eras (much like The BeeGees!❤) - do Jailhouse Rock (1956 or so), Treat me Nice. Then he went to the Army - excellent on Frank Sinatra show - great harmonies with Sinatra (stay for Stuck on you); then movies (some good songs like Crawfish, Don’t be Cruel, Trouble, Return to Sender, Can’t help falling in love, GI Blues); 1968 Cmback Special is golden (start with Trying to get to you) and then 1970-73 Las Vegas - Just Pretend is a must, How Great thou art, Why me Lord. There are lovely duets between him and his daughter, like Don’t cry Daddy, In the ghetto, Where no one stands alone. Thank goodness for technology.❤
Gosh… what a beautiful rendition. It brought tears to my eyes. He’s so emotive when he sings always with such passion. Thanks so much for this. ❤❤😊😊🎸🕺🏻🎤
Paul Simon was at that performance and when asked what he thought of Elvis's performance of the song. Paul said he was going home and hang his guitar on the wall because there was no way he was going to be able to out perform Elvis's performance, ever. Bless his heart. 😊
Paul Simon of Simon and Garfunkel who wrote and had a number 1 hit with this song gave Elvis the ultimate compliment he said after hearing Elvis sings this, I don’t ever want to sing it again
Man Elvis is just something else...
I seen Elvis twice in concert in the early 70’s. It was unbelievable!! Thank you for your reactions!
Opera singer Kiri Te Kanawa told Michael Parkinson that: Elvis had the greatest voice she had ever heard. Tenor Placido Domingo in an interview said: He was the one voice I wish to have had. Welsh bass-baritone Bryn Terfel said: Elvis was very classically orientated with his voice and diction. Very sincere in wanting to get everything perfect
Andrea Bocelli also admired Elvis’s voice.
When Elvis covers a song it becomes his.
There is a reason he is declared the King of Rock-n-roll, his voice, his showmanship and stage presence, his band and back up singers when you went to an Elvis concert you never left feeling you did not get your moneys worth.
As a child growing up where my mom was a huge Elvis Fan his music was a regular staple in our household.
I cannot hear Elvis and not think about my mom and as she passed long ago it is a happy/sad memory at the same time.
No light-shows, lasers, dancers or autotune ... just a great band, quality backing singers and his talent !!
Yes, he didn't need any of that. He was the show and you couldn't take your eyes off him 😍
dont forget the looks and charisma
Thats every live act back then. Not just Elvis.
He did the arrangement on this song. There's rehearsal footage of it
Elvis invited Art to see the show. Art said afterward jokingly "Well, I'll never be able to sing that again."
I love this by Elvis!! It's great!!!
The King.The more you listen the more you will understand why we love him and miss him so. No one like him.
I actually loved your reaction! Spot On!
Great reaction. Thank you for doing this and great observations. This is Paul Simon's favorite cover of this song. Of Elvis's interpretation, Simon stated (paraphrase) "How the hell am I supposed to match that?" Elvis not only shows off his range and dynamic control, but also his ability to convey emotion with his entire performance. The musical arrangement is also so key to the effectiveness of this performance. Bravo to the piano player (Glen Hardin), the orchestra and the backup singers who provide a gospel flair.
Excellent summary! Agreed 💯
I would have loved to see a Presley & Garfunkel live rendition! THAT would have been COMPLETE FIRE!!
@@barsandbarbells2022 Elvis arranged his live shows!
One mention, too, is that although Elvis didn't write songs, he produced them and often had a vision in his head of what he wanted. Therefore, he worked with his piano player in putting together arrangements, such is what you see here. It's why I think he's one of the most underrated producers in history. Enjoy your channel, my friends!
Magnificent as always .
No one tops Elvis on a stage!
Imagine that much talent and the looks to go with it😂
Powerful and Timeless! TCB⚡️
A vocal masterpiece!
Elvis’ talent, beauty, kindness, voice, and charm are singularly preternatural.
Elvis had a great voice. He could sing everything to opera. The best
… I've never heard a better male voice than Elvis's...amazingly good...no other entertainer has matched his charisma and sex appeal, to this day!! ✨💎✨🎸🕺🏻🕯 Thank you
It shows the Respect they had for Elvis they not given permission for this to be sang by many people.
When Elvis was touring, the price of a ticket was usually $10, $12 or at the most $15 ( $65-$95 in today's money ) .... Not sure about Vegas, because some shows were Dinner shows with meals included. However, the Maitre 'D at the International ( later renamed the Hilton ) became a wealthy man accepting tips from patrons wishing to be seated near the stage ....
Elvis could sing anything he was definitely the king
There will never beat Elvis voice his Is best that ever will be no won can touch Elvis in my book
Great reaction team, i saw Elvis in las Vegas on august 28 1969 dinner and cocktail shows. the cost per show was $15 each. i was proud back then and now to say Elvis was my favorite singer, his attendance records still whole today in las Vegas. thanks for a great review.
Elvis draws you into the song and the feeling, the performance is sublime.
Great reaction, I hope you can catch my favorite, in the black leather, "Trying to Get to You" from the 68 comeback special. Also, "Memories" and of course the opening number, "Trouble/Guitar Man, again thanks for keeping his memory alive. Be Blessed
Elvis was a perfectionist about his music and performance
And under-age girls
@@bwana-ma-coo-bah425 I'll take that one, my friend. The music, such as here, he helped to arrange and then sung the hell out of!
@@duketomlinson3270 You must mean, Michael Jackson. Well, never mind, you know what I mean.
@@christophertyler6863 those rock stars like em young
@@duketomlinson3270 True, but Elvis always said 14, will get ya 20 and he knew when to back off though there were a lot of young ones who threw themselves at him. But, Elvis really did actually just talk to them.
The King of music, no one will ever replace this man. thank you great reaction.
@@bwana-ma-coo-bah425 and here you are again hatin and sounding ridiculous 😅
Wonderful reaction. This is a masterpiece by Elvis and Company. I saw this performance live in Vegas 10 times and every one was flawless and inimitable. He was the consummate performer. He also demanded that tickets to his concerts stayed affordable and they were. He often did charity concerts and sometimes gave jewelry to fans during a concert. A fantastic singer, arranger and performer as well as an amazingly decent man. He produced all of his recordings after he left Sun.
Well said, Jenny. I couldn't have put it better myself 😊
He had swag and the voice of an angel!!!
When Simon and Garfunkel heard this rendition they said how will we ever perform this song again. Love Elvis if I was on a desert island and could only bring one artist Elvis is it and I would never ever be tired of his voice so sorry you haven’t heard Elvis I’m 59 and listened to him since little have records
Never be another. He’s always great. Always ❤❤
Elvis always my favorite and he sings this better than anyone
Elvis always brings it.
Elvis was responsible for creating the arrangements of all of his songs. Amazing how Elvis did this. ❤
There is a reason he is THE KING. Always will be… he gave 110% even in the end.
ABSOLUTE FIRE!! HE HAD THE BEST BEHIND HIM!! SO AMAZING 👏 🤗🫶🎤🎙🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Remember, it’s live… in a auditorium, just the genius of Elvis.
Elvis didn’t write songs……his genius was in arranging the music the way he wanted it.
@@bwana-ma-coo-bah425 🤡🍆
You are technically correct. I do know he went to writer for “If I can dream “. He told the writer how he was feeling and the writer wrote that song. Elvis was similar to an on stage music producer. He arranged the music and instructed the musicians on what he wanted
Perfection! OMG, I love Elvis. Even Paul Simon was blown away. My understanding is Paul Simon was in the audience and said in an interview, “When I first heard Elvis perform ‘Bridge Over Troubled Water’, it was unbelievable. I thought to myself: ‘How the hell can I compete with that?'”
Paul Simon can't compete with that but Art Garfunkel sure can.😁
He said how the hell can I top that❤
You said it must be expensive to see Elvis at the
Hilton in Vegas will here's a shock I seen him 4 times at the Hilton and the price no Matter what seat you were located at was an astonishing $20.00
and that included 3 drinks. Now here in 2023 you can't even see a lounge show for that. My how times have changed. I also seen him at the Anaheim Convention Center in California and I paid $10.00 for there.
He was the best. I saw him 4 times and would have gone more if I could have afforded it.
He had it all. There will never be another Elvis.
Bars & Barbells- Thank you so much for finally getting to Elvis version of Bridge Over Troubled Water. Even Paul Simon said after he heard Elvis perform there song. How can I ever do it any better than him?
a powerful performance. he sounds better live then many who record in the studio. RAW ability. He took this song to another level.
I am very big Elvis Presley fan I have been from a younger age his voice is timeless
F yeah! Elvis, one of the greatest of all time...
Darealdeal
I'm so glad you guys got to this. I could never get tired of watching and listening to this. Everything, and I've watched the behind-the-scenes footage where Elvis is working out the arrangement for this with his band and backing vocalists in practice, and it's a terrific insight. Elvis was an amazing arranger. But vocally he kills it and the band just kills it and the backing vocalists just kill it. His sense of nuance and dynamic range there at the beginning is so incredible. And you can hear all the little different flavors to his voice; it's so quiet you could hear a pin drop otherwise. Then he goes all Opera at the end and it just totally kicks ass.
Agreed! You're making us want to go re-watch it now with that summary! 😂
@@barsandbarbells2022 Cool! Here is that rehearsal footage for it I was talking about. I have played in bands my whole life and this just rings so true.
m.th-cam.com/video/dn89JS4FEu0/w-d-xo.html&pp=ygUyZWx2aXMgcHJlc2xleSBicmlkZ2Ugb3ZlciB0cm91YmxlZCB3YXRlciByZWhlYXJzYWw%3D
Elvis was one of a kind and there will never be another like him. Mom paid 50 dollars apiece for our 2nd row seats at one of his concerts in Kansas in 1972.
This is why he was known as the King. He was the greatest singer!!!
He is the Greatest how he brings you in and build the song like he always does
Great Reaction
Elvis never wanted his tickets to be too expensive. He wanted them so that anyone who wished to see him could. His ticket prices ranged from $10.00 to $15.00. that's it!!!
Elvis only needed hear a song once or twice and he had it memorized, a true talent
To go where the brave dare not go... That is just what he musically was! He stood in big boots of musicbusines and did it his way! He is best there ever was or will be!!!❤❤❤🇫🇮
Guys elvis was so versatile in hisusic ! That's why they call him the king! Love your elvis reactions ! This man recorded over 8oo songs ! ❤
Great reaction. As you guys watch more live Elvis videos, you will notice he kind of "morphs" in the shows. He will joke around in between songs, but when the song begins, you see him fall into "the zone" His focus becomes on drawing every bit of emotion he has into the song he is performing.
I have been an Elvis fan or my life I am now 57 Elvis Presley is the world's best entertainer to have ever lived Elvis Presley wheels still be remembered in another 50 billion years to come from Andrew spriggs
In 1970. To see Elvis in concert in Las Vegas it only cost $15-20 dollars which included a steak dinner
Great to see a real "reaction video" that is not blurred due to crazy thoughts. This is selling the artist, but the old school suits and artists doesn't seam to get it! somehow!?
As far a the video goes, this is the King in a period that not even the Lord himself would have dared to compete.
This is Elvis at his very best, nothing else will ever come close.
I Absolutely LOVE this performance. One of my all time favorite songs/performances ❤ Straight 🔥
Totally amazing
Check out live Elvis "Aloha from Hawaii." Lots of great songs in that performance.
Loved your reaction! Elvis hit this one out of the ballpark!!❤
Thank you! 💯 he did!
Paul Simon after hear this said now how in the hell can I never sing that again! Because Elvis was so much better. No one compares. The King!
Elvis' voice is so great and his control is impeccable. Thanks for the reaction 😊 💖🦋
Garfunkel was a soft Falsetto and Elvis a strong Baritone. No comparison at all in how they sing this song. Simmon loved Elvis version. He began to resent letting Garfunkel sing it. He says that clearly and it recorded. Everyone knows they had a falling out. I think he wanted to hear it in a deeper tone to know if he could have pulled it off. Hence him saying; there’s no way I could ever top that, after hearing Elvis this very night.
I really think you will both enjoy his ‘68 Comeback Special! It is an amazing show
If I Can Dream was sensational! th-cam.com/video/8z9kJ_MwSZw/w-d-xo.html
Elvis ...... when it comes to Music & Entertainment , " ELVIS " is Gods Masterpiece to mankind . & when " ELVIS " sings Even the ANGELS 😇 Still to listen 😊❣. I have been Blessed to see Elvis in concert 3 times , & there are NO Words to Describe this Man, and what He Can do On Stage . ( SING it Loud & Proud Elvis .😢😮.) That's the way it is 🤗😍 Hang loose everyone 🤙 Diane from chicago, ^/5/2023. MORE ELVIS PLEASE 👍😁 .
Thanks again for another great reaction his puts his heart and soul in anything he sings he was an amazing performer
For me one of his finest live performances 💙
Love your reaction. This song is a part of „ That‘s the way it is“, a documantary with first part the rehearsals and second the songs from the concerts. In the rehearsals you can see how Elvis was working with this song. It‘s really great to see. (sorry for my bad english, its not my language).
I'm 58 live in Toronto, my first concert was Elvis I was 9 my parents took me to Buffalo, I remember when he came out the ladies went nuts ,I started crying. My dad reassured me they were happy I thought they were dying lol. Two years later did it again. Started a life long love for live music. Thanks Elvis ❤
Cost my mom $25 a ticket for her and I do see him in1975!
@@traceycater just looked at my ticket stubs $5. And $7
Love this song by Elvis truly amazing vocals the best 👌 👍
He's the best concert ever was in Hawaii.
Via Satellite It is fantastic in watching him since I was 6. I'm now seventy three Doesn't get any better than this
He never fails to bring a smile to my face and a thrill to my heart ... there'll never be another like him ! TCB forever !
Really great reaction, with a depth of analysis given by people who understand the fundamentals of music. I think you are seeing and realising why he so revered by so many people 45 years after his passing. There are many great artists but this guy had the complete package including a wide vocal dexterity all without auto tune etc.
Thank you! We are really growing to appreciate Elvis without a doubt!
Seen elvis in oct 1976 he still had it
And this is why Elvis is, and always will be, The King!!!
When Elvis covers a song ,he will put ,emotion ,passion ,and very strong ,and powerful vocals in them ,he can just reach thru your heart ,and soul
Love you guys and as just like with so many covers, Elvis as the best vocalist ever, made the song his own! As Paul Simon, after seeing the performance, turned to others and said, to paraphrase, "[w]hat the F are we going to do now?"
Great voice
The GREATEST EVER !!! The AMAZING EVOLUTION of this man from 1954 until the end in 1977 is TRULY REMARKABLE & UNWORLDLY !!!
Elvis is was and always will be The King! Love your reactions!
Elvis is the king his voice was so beautiful that everything he did was awesome he brings tears to my eyes singing so many beautiful songs wish he had lived longer
Elvissing great
This version by Elvis is pretty much universally acknowledged as the BEST version of this song. Even Simon/Garfunkle made this statement.
AGREED-! Not to take anything away from the original by S&G but as you said they made the same statement.
Raw emotion
One of my favorite performances of all time. Pure heart. Dare I say better than Simon and Garfunkel.
Beautiful arrangement and vocals!
Great Elvis reaction, give us more.
Prue Greatness!!
This is my first time viewing your Channel. Being an ELVIS fan since I was a little kid, there's much to explore about him. Not just the 800+ recordings, but also videos showing the humanity of the legend. As he was Blessed, so in turn he gave to others. There's also a 2-Part documentary, "Elvis Presley and The Black Community, That Echo Will Never Die", chronicling his early life, and his hurtles his critics placed on him. Segregation was alive and well, all throughout this time period. I Subscribed to your Channel! THANK YOU!
Thank you too! We have some other videos from Elvis up on the channel if you'd like to check them out! Find the playlist here:
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As commented below, Paul Simon said "How the hell am I supposed to match that?" I was privileged to get to hear Elvis live in the early 70's. Speaking of the price of tickets, my first Elvis concert had me driving with my boyfriend from Nashville to Louisville, KY, and the ticket. cost $10! You had to find out early, though, when the tickets would go on sale or they would sell out. There was no internet back then, and no cable TV. One of my teacher friends, knowing I had been an Elvis fan since early childhood, told me ahead of time that she had heard about the upcoming performance in Louisville that would be advertised the next day in the Sunday paper, and she urged me to order the tickets right then, which I did. Our seats were on the floor, and of course, there was a frenzy when Elvis came out and mostly what I remember is that everyone stood up, of course, and I could not see over them. Back then they did not have the screens to show close ups of the performer. I was able to see him two more times in my hometown of Nashville, but one of my biggest regrets today is that I never saw him live, in Vegas, in a more intimate setting. I would go in a heartbeat today, but back then I was a young, sheltered, Southern, single schoolteacher, and getting on a plane, flying to Vegas, and staying in a hotel is something I just would not have done back then, and surely could not afford. I have gone to Vegas to see several performers now, but it just never occurred to me to go to Vegas at that time. Yes, I do regret that, but am happy I did get to see him live three times, and I am thankful for the videos so I can experience his Vegas performances , his TV performances again, and for all the new young fans, like yourself, he is gaining from these videos. Keep in mind there was no autotune, and Elvis wore himself out performing in Vegas, always doing two shows a night, and sometimes three. It has been said that no one performs that much in Vegas now. Elvis has also, today, been described as a musical servant. I welcome you to the world of Elvis; he deserves all of these new fans. His music was everything to him. He took part in all the arrangements, and it has been said he was actually his own producer. His backup singers and band members knew to watch him at all times. There are classes taught in some universities about the Elvis phenomenon, but suffice it to say he was the first ever entertainer listened to by both black and white audiences. Before then, White people listened to white performers, and black people only listened to black performers. Elvis was white, but had the unique black sound. Elvis feared he would never be remembered. Not so! He is getting many young fans today who recognize his unique talent! RIP, Elvis. Job well done!
All you have to know was Paul Simon watched Elvis perform this song and he said I cannot stop this. Elvis could sing so many other artists songs and do it better then the original artist did with the song that is the Magic of Elvis Presley the one and only King.
Elvis forever. Saudações do Brazil
Elvis had differents eras (much like The BeeGees!❤) - do Jailhouse Rock (1956 or so), Treat me Nice. Then he went to the Army - excellent on Frank Sinatra show - great harmonies with Sinatra (stay for Stuck on you); then movies (some good songs like Crawfish, Don’t be Cruel, Trouble, Return to Sender, Can’t help falling in love, GI Blues); 1968 Cmback Special is golden (start with Trying to get to you) and then 1970-73 Las Vegas - Just Pretend is a must, How Great thou art, Why me Lord. There are lovely duets between him and his daughter, like Don’t cry Daddy, In the ghetto, Where no one stands alone. Thank goodness for technology.❤
That's a Gospel voice. From the soul.
Gosh… what a beautiful rendition. It brought tears to my eyes. He’s so emotive when he sings always with such passion. Thanks so much for this. ❤❤😊😊🎸🕺🏻🎤
Our pleasure!