I'm so glad you recognize Elvis' genius. A lot of people don't see that and it's impossible to explain, but almost everyone he worked with recognized it. Thank you.
Your comment "Elvis got a bad rap"...really brought something home for me. It is identical to what one of Muhammad Ali's personal friends said in front of me few years ago. I was standing in Muhammad Ali's family living room in Louisville Kentucky and a man that was giving tour of the home and is caretaker for Ali family history brought up Elvis' name after conversation of Memphis came up. (I didn't bring up Elvis.. he did). He was personal friends with the Ali family and was also a Soul singer back in the 1960s. He knew James Brown, Wilson Pickett, Hank Ballard, The Sweet Inspirations.... all those greats. He has went on to become a personal friend of mine. Great guy. Anyway, I will never forget after I mentioned Memphis, him saying - "Elvis. Man. (Shaking his head) that is one cat that got a bad rap over the years. He was a great dude and a great artist" I said - "Brother. Say that again so anyone else in the room that don't know the truth can hear you" Great commentary again. And one of my favorite songs from Elvis during this era of his career. The studio version is great also if you haven't had a chance to listen to it yet.
He wasn't named entertainer of the century for nothing ! One of my greatest moments was in 1995 flying from Australia to Memphis to visit Graceland and pay my respects to Elvis . "LONG LIVE THE KING"
Thank you for your honesty.. The moves, belts jumpsuit , the band,He begun all of that and more. I also Love MJ and seen all his performances and mannerisms, and he always said that he learned from the best and added more and i know he was talking about Elvis, but he really never gave him much credit, and i think its sad that he didnt. Even the iconic Move frezzing on his toes is from Elvis, Elvis did it first and much more, So i agree with you.
Thank you so much for your reaction. ..It brought tears to my eyes. ....Welcome to the wonderful world of Elvis music....I am very happy that another young person is discovering Elvis. ..his music is for all generations. ..He thought he would not be remembered. ...but he was so wrong...he will be loved and remembered always..not just for his music but for the man he was...thank you again...please continue the journey... ..his fans will go with you. ...😊❤
There were three Sports that Elvis loved. He loved playing football and played quite often. He loved karate and practiced every day, he was a black belt. And he loved boxing. He loved Muhammad Ali. He would go down to Muhammad Ali's training gym to see him and they would often play box, they were always hugging and laughing. Muhammad Ali loved Elvis just as much as Elvis love him.
DRAMASYDE, THANK YOU FOR ALL THE KIND COMMENTS YOU MADE ABOUT ELVIS. IF YOU GO BACK TP 1956 ED SULLIVAN SHOW YOU WILL SEE ELVIS DOING HOUND DOG AND HE GOES UPON HIS TOES ,ALSO IN JAILHOUSE ROCK. THIS BEING .CHRISTMAS TIME YOU CAN GP TO THE 68 COMEBACK SPECIAL AND ELVIS SINGING BLUE CHRISTMAS. HE HAS CHRISTMAS CDS GOSPEL, R AND B OF COURSE ROCK N ROLL.. IN THE HALL OF FAME WITHE ALL THESE GENRE'S OF MUSIC. WHO ELSE CAN EE SAY THIS ABOUT. ELVISLY, MISSISSIPPI ELVIS JUNKIEPLEASE GIVE US BLUE CHRISTMAS.
I agree with you 100 percent. You understand the magic of Elvis' talent. You are correct that Elvis was the pioneer and trendsetter in music and possibly the greatest influence in music. You really know the effect a powerful song and performance can have upon the listener. Well said.
people have to understand how difficult it is to sing this song yet alone to sing this song live. I've done the song a few times in front of people and let me say you will stretch every muscle in your vocal cords possible. LOL. so this is actually very very impressive
A commenter in response to my comment, Its not as if elvis was five hundred years ago A .while back asked of me, What is an Elvis, A Pharoah .? I replied Elvis is a Happening. There is before Elvis, and there is since Eivis..
man I'm going to have to subscribe to you just for the simple fact I loved what you said about the jumpsuits. about how Michael Jackson took some of his fashion style from Elvis. you mentioned the false accusations that Elvis stole even though so many borrowed from him. we will use that word borrow. that's a very intelligent honest take
You are now my favorite. Both you and Elvis are genius in what you do. You speak from the heart with sincerity and knowledge. You understand greatness because you recognize it and live it. Thanks so much for your excellent commentary.
Elvis was not only a great performer, he was a great person. This is my favorite story of Elvis, if you choose to read it. www.iheartelvis.net/general-elvis-stuff/elvis-july-20th-1975-the-touching-story-of-elvis-and-the-little-blind-girl. Elvis actually wound up paying for the girls surgery so she could see.
Great song. I think in this case the studio takes are more dynamic. He did this a bit faster because it was live but I will still take it to the bank. Elvis was the best interpreter of music I have ever heard. You are spot on we don’t know shit. You always crucify the great ones especially at their weakest. The older media waited 18 years to destroy this man out of jealousy for what he was able to accomplish. It was he can’t sing, his music is the devil’s music, he is on drugs, he is too heavy, he is racist, whatever. It still happens today, unfortunately. I will say it again and again. ELVIS IN HIS PRIME WOULD DOMINATE MUSIC TODAY. There is no entertainer who can truly touch him. Sorry!
Well said. Elvis, like all creative people, subsumed all that was around him--ALL, from gospel, country, blues, and ended up melinding all that had entered his creative DNA into what was then called rockabilly, soon called rock, and he was quickly and forevermore crowned the King. He never copied any one person; rather, he put it all together and created something so unique it set the standard for all future performers. And, yes, I never took my eyes off of him during the one Elvis concert I saw, not for one second.
Thank you so much for playing my all time favorite song. You must listen to the album version. There are more instruments, etc... The writer of this song, late country singer Eddie Rabbit, had every intention of recording this but somehow Elvis heard it and fell in love with it and asked Eddie if he could record it. He said as badly as he wanted to record it, who could say no to the King? Later, Eddie was happy with his decision as I was. It's perfect in every way and it's been my favorite song my entire life and will always be. Thanks again for playing my request. You really need to listen to the album version. It'll really blow you away!
Amen to you brother...fills my heart to hear your commentary and observations. Elvis was a gift to the world... A fusional artist, a man who Blended his love of all things that impacted him. There was no divide, no fragmentation of unity. Elvis was like a lighthouse, he shone a light on the music that so inspired him and in turn brought light to many of those black artists that weren't given the respect their talent and music so richly deserved. He really was ahead of his time, and one of the most misunderstood individuals of the 20th century. Your videos are changing this perception for those that were never told the truth, or in a lot of cases believed the falsehoods and rumours. For that I am eternally grateful to you sir, thank you. The road is long but a little further travelled.
I remember the first reaction I watched of yours, when you reacted to Elvis for the first time. Your reluctance to react, due to your opinion of the man, but responded to your viewers and reacted. Knowing how much you did not like him, and seeing you defend him so vehemently now is both amazing and wonderful. You are inspiring.
One of my favorite songs from Elvis, but then again, what song isn't a favorite that he sang for me?! The man amazed me with his vocal talents and his soul-he indeed made every song special and his own. Thank you for keeping his music alive with your reaction video's.
Elvis called Fats Domino the king of rock and roll he gave facts a ring he kept until he died Sammy Davis jr said Elvis was his best friend James Brown was devastated when Elvis died because they were soul brothers. Red Foxx was the only Hollywood Celebrity invited to Elvis wedding. Sir he wasnt racist . Thank you so much for your work .
Great reaction, very insightful. It's amazing how many of Elvis' contemporary artists did not understand him or his musical tastes...he never ever wanted to be just a rock star. From day one at Sun Records in 1953 when he recorded a demo for his mother he stated he sang all kinds of music and he didn't sound like nobody else. He craved the challenge of different genres...take a look at his flawless interpretation of My Way from 1973, it's rumored Sinatra said "well I guess it's his now" after hearing it. th-cam.com/video/ixbcvKCl4Jc/w-d-xo.html
Love your comments on Elvis. Remember begging my parents to let me and my sister stay up for the Aloha From Hawaii concert live on TV. Thank you for keeping his music alive. Bless you.
Your words are Church, my Friend. Thank you for understanding the true artist he will always be. Thank you for being honest and true for the respect that is conveyed as others need to school themselves of what they do not know or rather, don't understand. Elvis once said on stage before singing the song, Walk A Mile In My Shoes, he said, You never stood in that man's shoes or saw things through his eyes or stood and watched with helpless hands while the heart inside you dies, so help your brother along the way, no matter where he starts, for the same God that made you, made him too, these men with broken hearts. Elvis was and Entertainer and he was human. He was passionate of being both. Thank you, sir. Well done.
Another influence on musicians of his era and beyond- Brian Wilson of the Beach Boys. No one sounded like them, even though they tried. Good Vibrations is a masterpiece, but so different to their earlier and other work- Little Deuce Coupe, Surfer Girl, Fun Fun Fun, Sloop John B, and more.
All artist watch others and take it and shape it . Elvis did and others watched him and did the same. You can't steal something that no one actually owns. Thank you for your insight. Can you please do "Fever" from Aloha alternate concert? One for us ladies?
A man of many gifts and talents some of his talents a lot of people don't even talk about long time Elvis fan since I was 7 52 now Elvis always been my number one hero
It seems like back in the day people thought it was ok to down grade black people and belittle them, Now days people are doing the same to white people and they want to pretend like Elvis stole all of his moves and music from black people. Elvis grew up with black people and attended their churches and of course he would have gotten some of the rhythm and things like that from them, however he put it all together and gave it his own style. He really didn't have much education in music and didn't take acting classes like most movie actors, but he was able to do it all, that my friend is someone with talent and perseverance.You don't make it as big as he did pretending like you have talent, you either have it or you don't. It shouldn't make any difference what color your skin is, all races have contributed to the vast selection of music we have now. Elvis was that rare breed who had natural talent in everything he did and he should be remembered for that.
I feel sorry for the people that miss out and never have that awakening. Your reactions and your knowledge let's me have a renewed appreciation of the one, and the only Elvis. Michael Jackson, Whitney Houston, Elvis Presley all from past generations. What are the artist today, that has that caliber of talent? Are there any today? I don't know and would, if you will, give us your thoughts on that. Also, I just do not get rap, I don't hear the talent and it might gave a good beat but after a while one song sounds like another. And the words that are used, well I'll end with that. Thank you.
This song is emotional for me and it clearly was for Elvis. There is much more to this song if you listen and feel the song. Thank you Michael for reacting to this song.
This live version is from a soundboard mix which you do not get the full musical arrangements such as the drums being mixed out. The master recording is so much clearer and priceless. I'm glad you pointed out how his influence is all over the music world and how MJ got his look from him. Others don't like to admit that fact.
I so admire the way you've got back into Elvis the appreciation that you show him the way you explain things he was a genius deserves to be recognised as such keep up your views nothing like hearing honesty ☺👍
Imagine if every one of us had the love and compassion towards all humans and all races like Elvis had,what a wonderful world it would be,and let's not forget what a great job his parents did in raising him,especially his mother,they help mould him in to the man he was,god rest their souls.Great video man.
I had In the Ghetto stuck in my head the other day. All these years I didn't realize it was an Elvis song. I have part of my parent's record collection and I haven't ever had an inkling to put Elvis on. Anyways, looking that song up led me into a rabbit hole of these reaction videos... I not once watched a reaction video unless my son makes me watch one he is into about video games. That is when I came across you just watching video after video of In the Ghetto. After seeing many comments through these I then took the next night for If I Can Dream. I have discovered there were several songs I loved growing up that I just didn't realize was Elvis. Always heard the legend of him as common knowledge and I dismissed him as overblown. Now that I am learning how he put himself out there to recognize that black lives matter I have gained such a respect of him and I am wanting to learn more! It is fun going through this discovery process with you the last few days because I am in my own process with him as well. I just subscribed to my first reaction channel!
The thing about history is that it is hard to place yourself in it. We are quick to judge by current standards without the ability to place things in context. Pioneers are called pioneers for a reason. Hence the phrase, "You had to be there".
i so enjoy watching you watching elvis videos- i was raised with elvis was my dads idol, i just resaw one that ypu may like if you havent seen it, My Way (Aloha From Hawaii, Live in Honolulu, 1973) thanks!!! keep it up
Take the legendary performers of Beale Street, mix in some Bill Monroe bluegrass, Hank Williams, the Blackwood Brothers, plus gospel music from both sides of the tracks, and you get the most unique and spectacular performer of all time. Rest in Peace, Elvis.
Thank you for playing this song it has been my favorite since it came out and I'm gonna say something that I rarely say the studio version Is so different from the live one ,if you get a chance give it a listen you'll be amazed how different it is. I really love your thoughtful comments very enjoyable thx...♡
Studio version is slower an much nicer I think. Elvis did speed up a few of his slower songs when doing them live. Glad you are finding the love of Elvis and I love your honest comments.
If you get the chance check out Heartbreak Hotel from the Dorsey Brothers Stage Show. Elvis is 21 and just on the brink of major stardom. You can see why he shook up the 50's and influenced many to come.
I've been listening to Elvis for a while but I feel like I'm going through a journey for the first time with you my friend. You may not get many requests for Sylvia, but I recommend it highly
Thank you very much for showing this and the Intelligence intelligent things you have said are so right respect to you thank you very much I look forward to seeing the hearing more from you
You are on top of it dude. You are by far the best at reactions. And not just because it's someone I grew up with (Elvis) but you are bringing other things to light that I have never thought about.
Yassss I love me some more Elvis❣❣❣ So happy y'all took time to dive into him...blessings ❤ I would love to see y'all react to "Jailhouse Rock" with the video!!!
Thank you for noticing how others took from him the style the fashion I've often said if I had the guts I dress like Prince who really took it from Elvis from Purple Rain
100% dead on the TRUTH. Your reaction and comments are incredible to actually understanding this song and the music of Elvis Presley.👍🇺🇸🙏🎸🎤🎹🎶⚡️🔥
I have never heard a bad song from Elvis Presley.
I'm so glad you recognize Elvis' genius. A lot of people don't see that and it's impossible to explain, but almost everyone he worked with recognized it. Thank you.
No other person in the world has influenced so many as Elvis!
I love your comments because you sincerely mean them all. Thank you
Elvis makes every song special, his own. He was musical genius💜
j'adore poignant trop d'émotion magnifique
He was and is and forever the greatest.....a whole package......his looks .....his voice just AMAZING......!!! TQ
Beautiful honest to goodness words... thank you so much for your respect of him ✌️❤️
Your comment "Elvis got a bad rap"...really brought something home for me. It is identical to what one of Muhammad Ali's personal friends said in front of me few years ago.
I was standing in Muhammad Ali's family living room in Louisville Kentucky and a man that was giving tour of the home and is caretaker for Ali family history brought up Elvis' name after conversation of Memphis came up.
(I didn't bring up Elvis.. he did).
He was personal friends with the Ali family and was also a Soul singer back in the 1960s. He knew James Brown, Wilson Pickett, Hank Ballard, The Sweet Inspirations.... all those greats.
He has went on to become a personal friend of mine.
Great guy.
Anyway, I will never forget after I mentioned Memphis, him saying - "Elvis. Man. (Shaking his head) that is one cat that got a bad rap over the years. He was a great dude and a great artist"
I said - "Brother. Say that again so anyone else in the room that don't know the truth can hear you"
Great commentary again. And one of my favorite songs from Elvis during this era of his career. The studio version is great also if you haven't had a chance to listen to it yet.
Elvis sang almost nine hundred songs. And sold over a billion albums. I can listen to elvis every day .and I do. This.k u so much for playing elvis.
Me too i listen to him every day and i never tired
He recorded over 2000 songs
He wasn't named entertainer of the century for nothing ! One of my greatest moments was in 1995 flying from Australia to Memphis to visit Graceland and pay my respects to Elvis . "LONG LIVE THE KING"
Thank you for your honesty.. The moves, belts jumpsuit , the band,He begun all of that and more. I also Love MJ and seen all his performances and mannerisms, and he always said that he learned from the best and added more and i know he was talking about Elvis, but he really never gave him much credit, and i think its sad that he didnt. Even the iconic Move frezzing on his toes is from Elvis, Elvis did it first and much more, So i agree with you.
Thank you so much for your reaction. ..It brought tears to my eyes. ....Welcome to the wonderful world of Elvis music....I am very happy that another young person is discovering Elvis. ..his music is for all generations. ..He thought he would not be remembered. ...but he was so wrong...he will be loved and remembered always..not just for his music but for the man he was...thank you again...please continue the journey... ..his fans will go with you. ...😊❤
There were three Sports that Elvis loved. He loved playing football and played quite often. He loved karate and practiced every day, he was a black belt. And he loved boxing. He loved Muhammad Ali. He would go down to Muhammad Ali's training gym to see him and they would often play box, they were always hugging and laughing. Muhammad Ali loved Elvis just as much as Elvis love him.
As I look back I was lucky to see elvis in concert twice
I learn from all your breakdowns. Elvis was one of a kind and I am thankful that his influence is still alive.
Thank you for sharing god bless you and your family ❤ the 👑of music ❤ 💯🙏 🎸⚡ TCBTLC⚡ 🇺🇸🇵🇷👏👍🔥🌹
Bb king said when something is put out there it’s for everyone to use he also said when they called elvis the king they wasn’t wrong
DRAMASYDE,
THANK YOU FOR ALL THE KIND
COMMENTS YOU MADE ABOUT ELVIS. IF YOU GO BACK TP 1956 ED SULLIVAN SHOW YOU WILL SEE ELVIS DOING HOUND DOG AND HE GOES UPON HIS TOES ,ALSO IN JAILHOUSE ROCK.
THIS BEING .CHRISTMAS TIME YOU CAN GP TO THE 68 COMEBACK SPECIAL AND ELVIS SINGING BLUE CHRISTMAS. HE HAS CHRISTMAS CDS GOSPEL,
R AND B OF COURSE ROCK N ROLL.. IN THE HALL OF FAME WITHE ALL THESE GENRE'S OF MUSIC. WHO ELSE CAN EE SAY THIS ABOUT.
ELVISLY,
MISSISSIPPI ELVIS JUNKIEPLEASE GIVE US BLUE CHRISTMAS.
I agree with you 100 percent. You understand the magic of Elvis' talent. You are correct that Elvis was the pioneer and trendsetter in music and possibly the greatest influence in music. You really know the effect a powerful song and performance can have upon the listener. Well said.
Most people don't know the man who played the piano for the recording of this song. It was Ronnie Milsap.
I am so hAppy that I got to see elvis live in my lifetime.
Me to end of April 77
I was a young 24 yr old ,when he "LEFT" us ,never got the chance to see him live ,,,I wanted to but never got the chance ,,,you so very lucky
I was born exactly 10 years after he left. I feel cheated that I never had the chance to see him live.
people have to understand how difficult it is to sing this song yet alone to sing this song live. I've done the song a few times in front of people and let me say you will stretch every muscle in your vocal cords possible. LOL. so this is actually very very impressive
A commenter in response to my comment, Its not as if elvis was five hundred years ago A .while back asked of me,
What is an Elvis, A Pharoah .?
I replied Elvis is a Happening. There is before Elvis, and there is since Eivis..
man I'm going to have to subscribe to you just for the simple fact I loved what you said about the jumpsuits. about how Michael Jackson took some of his fashion style from Elvis. you mentioned the false accusations that Elvis stole even though so many borrowed from him. we will use that word borrow. that's a very intelligent honest take
Your appreciation of Elvis makes me feel happy. :)
You are now my favorite. Both you and Elvis are genius in what you do. You speak from the heart with sincerity and knowledge. You understand greatness because you recognize it and live it. Thanks so much for your excellent commentary.
You speak of Elvis so eloquently you bring me to tears . Thank you.
Elvis was not only a great performer, he was a great person. This is my favorite story of Elvis, if you choose to read it. www.iheartelvis.net/general-elvis-stuff/elvis-july-20th-1975-the-touching-story-of-elvis-and-the-little-blind-girl. Elvis actually wound up paying for the girls surgery so she could see.
Great song. I think in this case the studio takes are more dynamic. He did this a bit faster because it was live but I will still take it to the bank. Elvis was the best interpreter of music I have ever heard. You are spot on we don’t know shit. You always crucify the great ones especially at their weakest. The older media waited 18 years to destroy this man out of jealousy for what he was able to accomplish. It was he can’t sing, his music is the devil’s music, he is on drugs, he is too heavy, he is racist, whatever. It still happens today, unfortunately. I will say it again and again. ELVIS IN HIS PRIME WOULD DOMINATE MUSIC TODAY. There is no entertainer who can truly touch him. Sorry!
ELVIS. Tomorrow Never Comes.
From the 1971 "Elvis Country" Album. Thank you. Shows the power of Elvis' Voice.
Well said. Elvis, like all creative people, subsumed all that was around him--ALL, from gospel, country, blues, and ended up melinding all that had entered his creative DNA into what was then called rockabilly, soon called rock, and he was quickly and forevermore crowned the King. He never copied any one person; rather, he put it all together and created something so unique it set the standard for all future performers. And, yes, I never took my eyes off of him during the one Elvis concert I saw, not for one second.
Thank you so much for playing my all time favorite song. You must listen to the album version. There are more instruments, etc... The writer of this song, late country singer Eddie Rabbit, had every intention of recording this but somehow Elvis heard it and fell in love with it and asked Eddie if he could record it. He said as badly as he wanted to record it, who could say no to the King? Later, Eddie was happy with his decision as I was. It's perfect in every way and it's been my favorite song my entire life and will always be. Thanks again for playing my request. You really need to listen to the album version. It'll really blow you away!
Eddie was great. RIP
Amen to you brother...fills my heart to hear your commentary and observations. Elvis was a gift to the world... A fusional artist, a man who
Blended his love of all things that impacted him. There was no divide, no fragmentation of unity. Elvis was like a lighthouse, he shone a light on the music that so inspired him and in turn brought light to many of those black artists that weren't given the respect their talent and music so richly deserved. He really was ahead of his time, and one of the most misunderstood individuals of the 20th century. Your videos are changing this perception for those that were never told the truth, or in a lot of cases believed the falsehoods and rumours. For that I am eternally grateful to you sir, thank you. The road is long but a little further travelled.
Thank you thank you thank you for your insight and appreciation for this love of a man.
I remember the first reaction I watched of yours, when you reacted to Elvis for the first time.
Your reluctance to react, due to your opinion of the man, but responded to your viewers and reacted.
Knowing how much you did not like him, and seeing you defend him so vehemently now is both amazing and wonderful.
You are inspiring.
One of my favorite songs from Elvis, but then again, what song isn't a favorite that he sang for me?! The man amazed me with his vocal talents and his soul-he indeed made every song special and his own. Thank you for keeping his music alive with your reaction video's.
That was a truly great reaction. I love how you explained how music is built up. I for one am so glad you gave Elvis another chance.
Can you imagine the art that would have been lost had SYDE not given E. Another chance?
Elvis called Fats Domino the king of rock and roll he gave facts a ring he kept until he died Sammy Davis jr said Elvis was his best friend James Brown was devastated when Elvis died because they were soul brothers. Red Foxx was the only Hollywood Celebrity invited to Elvis wedding. Sir he wasnt racist . Thank you so much for your work .
This was Mr. Vernon Presley’s favorite song for Elvis to sing.
BEAUTIFUL SONG GORGEOUS MAN
Love this song x Thankyou for your reaction and great words/insights 🤟🏼🕺🏽
Great reaction, very insightful. It's amazing how many of Elvis' contemporary artists did not understand him or his musical tastes...he never ever wanted to be just a rock star. From day one at Sun Records in 1953 when he recorded a demo for his mother he stated he sang all kinds of music and he didn't sound like nobody else. He craved the challenge of different genres...take a look at his flawless interpretation of My Way from 1973, it's rumored Sinatra said "well I guess it's his now" after hearing it. th-cam.com/video/ixbcvKCl4Jc/w-d-xo.html
PEACE
Great reaction video !
Thanks I love having you on Elvis' side .
And we are on your !!
Thanks for helping me slowly see him in a different light.
Lol the real fans know the truth..his friends know the truth..thank you for setting the record straight !
Love your comments on Elvis. Remember begging my parents to let me and my sister stay up for the Aloha From Hawaii concert live on TV. Thank you for keeping his music alive. Bless you.
Your words are Church, my Friend. Thank you for understanding the true artist he will always be. Thank you for being honest and true for the respect that is conveyed as others need to school themselves of what they do not know or rather, don't understand. Elvis once said on stage before singing the song, Walk A Mile In My Shoes, he said, You never stood in that man's shoes or saw things through his eyes or stood and watched with helpless hands while the heart inside you dies, so help your brother along the way, no matter where he starts, for the same God that made you, made him too, these men with broken hearts. Elvis was and Entertainer and he was human. He was passionate of being both. Thank you, sir. Well done.
Great reaction and breakdown. Thanks for the effort in understanding Elvis and realizing how great he truly was.
THE 🤴🏻KING🎶🎶🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽
Very well said 👏
Another influence on musicians of his era and beyond- Brian Wilson of the Beach Boys. No one sounded like them, even though they tried. Good Vibrations is a masterpiece, but so different to their earlier and other work- Little Deuce Coupe, Surfer Girl, Fun Fun Fun, Sloop John B, and more.
All artist watch others and take it and shape it .
Elvis did and others watched him and did the same.
You can't steal something that no one actually owns.
Thank you for your insight.
Can you please do "Fever" from Aloha alternate concert?
One for us ladies?
The only thing Elvis stole was our Hearts 💕
You know you stuff - please keep doing what you are doing because it is appreciated.
Great reaction and remarkably how famous the guy became, kept himself private and gave very few interviews, giving rise to hearsay and rumour.
Beautiful Song.
He recorded this in Memphis.... On the album that had In the getto... Timeless Gold. RIP EP
I don't really have a comment, I just want to say hi to Mike. I love his reviews he is so perceptive.
A man of many gifts and talents some of his talents a lot of people don't even talk about long time Elvis fan since I was 7 52 now Elvis always been my number one hero
May I suggest “The wonder of you” live
Let it be me and true love travels on a gravel road are another 2 good songs from this concert
Elvis covered another song called 'Guitarman' which was initially done by Jerry Reed. You'll Love the story behind Elvis recording it!!
Great commentary!
This song always makes me cry, even when I heard it as a kid all those years ago. It just makes me remember how lonely I am.
Another beautiful rendition
It seems like back in the day people thought it was ok to down grade black people and belittle them, Now days people are doing the same to white people and they want to pretend like Elvis stole all of his moves and music from black people. Elvis grew up with black people and attended their churches and of course he would have gotten some of the rhythm and things like that from them, however he put it all together and gave it his own style. He really didn't have much education in music and didn't take acting classes like most movie actors, but he was able to do it all, that my friend is someone with talent and perseverance.You don't make it as big as he did pretending like you have talent, you either have it or you don't. It shouldn't make any difference what color your skin is, all races have contributed to the vast selection of music we have now. Elvis was that rare breed who had natural talent in everything he did and he should be remembered for that.
Perfect song for Kentucky today..lol..got us some cold Kentucky rain coming down right now
I feel sorry for the people that miss out and never have that awakening. Your reactions and your knowledge let's me have a renewed appreciation of the one, and the only Elvis. Michael Jackson, Whitney Houston, Elvis Presley all from past generations. What are the artist today, that has that caliber of talent? Are there any today? I don't know and would, if you will, give us your thoughts on that. Also, I just do not get rap, I don't hear the talent and it might gave a good beat but after a while one song sounds like another. And the words that are used, well I'll end with that. Thank you.
This song is emotional for me and it clearly was for Elvis. There is much more to this song if you listen and feel the song. Thank you Michael for reacting to this song.
This live version is from a soundboard mix which you do not get the full musical arrangements such as the drums being mixed out. The master recording is so much clearer and priceless. I'm glad you pointed out how his influence is all over the music world and how MJ got his look from him. Others don't like to admit that fact.
Aloha concert 1973 "You gave me a mountain" I guarantee will be your favorite of his,,,trust me ,,,please react to it
I so admire the way you've got back into Elvis the appreciation that you show him the way you explain things he was a genius deserves to be recognised as such keep up your views nothing like hearing honesty ☺👍
Thank you for this.
Imagine if every one of us had the love and compassion towards all humans and all races like Elvis had,what a wonderful world it would be,and let's not forget what a great job his parents did in raising him,especially his mother,they help mould him in to the man he was,god rest their souls.Great video man.
You are spot on, as always. Love your reactions!
I had In the Ghetto stuck in my head the other day. All these years I didn't realize it was an Elvis song. I have part of my parent's record collection and I haven't ever had an inkling to put Elvis on. Anyways, looking that song up led me into a rabbit hole of these reaction videos... I not once watched a reaction video unless my son makes me watch one he is into about video games. That is when I came across you just watching video after video of In the Ghetto. After seeing many comments through these I then took the next night for If I Can Dream. I have discovered there were several songs I loved growing up that I just didn't realize was Elvis. Always heard the legend of him as common knowledge and I dismissed him as overblown. Now that I am learning how he put himself out there to recognize that black lives matter I have gained such a respect of him and I am wanting to learn more! It is fun going through this discovery process with you the last few days because I am in my own process with him as well. I just subscribed to my first reaction channel!
The thing about history is that it is hard to place yourself in it. We are quick to judge by current standards without the ability to place things in context. Pioneers are called pioneers for a reason. Hence the phrase, "You had to be there".
i so enjoy watching you watching elvis videos- i was raised with elvis was my dads idol, i just resaw one that ypu may like if you havent seen it, My Way (Aloha From Hawaii, Live in Honolulu, 1973) thanks!!! keep it up
❤️❤️❤️ your reactions to Elvis are so great, thank you!
Take the legendary performers of Beale Street, mix in some Bill Monroe bluegrass, Hank Williams, the Blackwood Brothers, plus gospel music from both sides of the tracks, and you get the most unique and spectacular performer of all time. Rest in Peace, Elvis.
What you said about Elvis, your explanation of your reaction, was superb. Thank you. I think Elvis would have loved it. 🌸
please do you gave me a mountian live from hawia 1973
Thank you for playing this song it has been my favorite since it came out and I'm gonna say something that I rarely say the studio version Is so different from the live one ,if you get a chance give it a listen you'll be amazed how different it is. I really love your thoughtful comments very enjoyable thx...♡
You should check out This Is Elvis I think you would really enjoy it
Love this ❤️
Studio version is slower an much nicer I think. Elvis did speed up a few of his slower songs when doing them live. Glad you are finding the love of Elvis and I love your honest comments.
It's raining in Kentucky right now.
THE king is The king 👑 forever and ever sexy and beutiful man beutiful voice amazing
2019,2050,3000,3050,4000........🕺🕺🕺🕺🕺🕺🕺🕺❤️
If you get the chance check out Heartbreak Hotel from the Dorsey Brothers Stage Show. Elvis is 21 and just on the brink of major stardom. You can see why he shook up the 50's and influenced many to come.
I've been listening to Elvis for a while but I feel like I'm going through a journey for the first time with you my friend. You may not get many requests for Sylvia, but I recommend it highly
Thank you very much for showing this and the Intelligence intelligent things you have said are so right respect to you thank you very much I look forward to seeing the hearing more from you
Would you play Elvis’s song Just Pretend live from Las Vegas 1970
Always look forward to your reactions and your true feelings on every song, you should try elvis heartbreak hotel 68 comeback 👍
You are on top of it dude. You are by far the best at reactions. And not just because it's someone I grew up with (Elvis) but you are bringing other things to light that I have never thought about.
One of my favorites.
Yassss I love me some more Elvis❣❣❣ So happy y'all took time to dive into him...blessings ❤ I would love to see y'all react to "Jailhouse Rock" with the video!!!
Great song one of my favorite
Thank you for noticing how others took from him the style the fashion I've often said if I had the guts I dress like Prince who really took it from Elvis from Purple Rain