“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
Elvis Presley said if his gospel music brought one person to accept Jesus Christ as Saviour then his efforts were worth it. Elvis Presley didn't like to be referred to as " king" and often told his fans from the stage not to refer to him as such and that only Jesus Christ is King.
That's absolutely right! I believe when he would sing gospel he knew who he was singing it too. He seemed to have such a love and passion for Jesus Christ and always let people know who he was singing about.
Yes you are correct. And it’s a shame it is not talked about very often in Elvis memorial videos. I also heard him one time when called the King of Rock and Roll, he said no, that would be BB King. When referred to as just the king, he said no, there’s only one king and that’s Jesus Christ.
In my 71 years on this earth there will never be a more comforting voice to fill me up with so much emotion then Elvis. He was a once in a lifetime gift. Thanks Jamel ♡
I agree 100% And that was pure organic talent. There was no auto tune and the bullshit technology they use today. Today these artists are all manufactured, half of them don’t even sing in “live” shows, they lip-synch, like Madonna & Brittany Spears.
Elvis had some soul. He goes with the Gospel Choir that is backing him up like a duck goes with water. Paul Simon once described the melody to Bridge Over Troubled Waters as Gospel piano. Elvis and this Gospel choir showed that beautifully.
Paul Simon who wrote and sung the original version heard Elvis's take on made and interesting comment, he said he thought it was a little dramatic but how in the hell can I compete with that?-----he knew his song was taken to another level by Elvis
Luciano Pavarotti once said that if Elvis it had any classical vocal training that he might well have been one of the greatest opera singers of the century. You can certainly hear that in this song. He was just beyond talented. It still blows my mind today.
In response to your reaction, when I was 6 years-old, I remember running and jumping on furniture when “Suspicious Minds” came on the radio. Elvis was my hero. His last concert was in Indianapolis. I remember begging my mother to go to his concert. She told me that we would see him next time. Not long after, I recall hearing on the radio that Elvis died. I was only 6 years-old but to this day, I remember crying, the type of car we were in, where we were parked, where we lived and what shirt I was wearing. It was my first experience with losing someone I loved.
Thanks for sharing. Same with us fans overseas. Elvis was huge here in my Country, we loved his music, the gospel records too. I was shattered when he died and I remember every detail of my life that sad day. 😢 from South Africa 🇿🇦
I was in my car, about a couple of blocks away from home, when a kid riding along side me, yelled out "Elvis is dead". I immediately turned my car around and drove home, I could not go anywhere, I listened to the news and heard Elvis being played endlessly on the radio for days. I was literally shaking from the sadness. I loved Elvis, I collected all his cards and records, I listened intently for his next hit record, he meant more to me than any other entertainer. In those days, parents disciplined their kids. Elvis sang "Don't Be Cruel" and that stopped. if ever I had someone to look up too, it was Elvis. I loved him for who he was, I'll forever miss him. May he rest in peace. Thank you for liking him too.
@@samanthapryce138 I concur. I'm 55 as well and finally I came to my senses on realizing Elvis was a gift to us all. We were to young to appreciate what he hrought to the table, my older sister knew but I did not. I watch and listen almost daily his cover of Unchained Melody and it never gets old and fills me with nostalgia. I feel us Gen-X'rs were the last great generation. We saw and experienced so much change and greatness in the world that will never be repeated.
@@bruceb9515 you are right our generation has seen diversity n music unlike how it all is now I play music to my children and now my grandson from All decades they hear songs and music that never seen to be mentioned in music at school how are they not told about impact of Elvis and Rock and Roll in general it was the beginning of Teenagers Being Teens and broke down barriers between race and class as Everyone can enjoy quality voices together I am glad Elvis in your life daily me too as my grandson dance and sing to him and many other artist daily True fans at any age!
Hey....I am 27 and Elvis has millions of young fans....my parents were fans. Elvis had charisma, passion, looks, compassion and that voice.Heart and soul. Thank you for really honest reactions.
I was 14 when Elvis died. I spent a week in my room crying. It was so bad that my dad took me to wire my condolences to his father. He thought it would help. I had loved Elvis since I was four and wore out Return to sender. A few short weeks ago, I had the shock of my life. I submitted my DNA and found out that Elvis is my 9th cousin through my dad’s paternal line. Our shared grandparents are James Howard and Mary Traliaferro. I know that’s a distant cousin, but he is still my cousin and I am so honored. When I get to heaven and give Jesus a jillion kisses along with my close family. I’m going to hug and kiss Elvis. Thank you for your beautiful reaction. You are right. Elvis was just a part of most people who lived when he did that we just couldn’t let go of. He was a part of all our DNA.
Not just the older generation Jamel. I’m in my 30’s and discovered Elvis when I was 8yo. He’s stuck with me ever since. Love the man. He was not only the best entertainer but a wonderful human being with a heart of gold. God was on his side for sure. 💙💙💙
Bridge Over Troubled Waters is a great vocal performance by Elvis powerful and soulful 1970 this is his best year of the 70s he was in good physical and vocal condition around this time much better in 1970 than 1977 great performance should have won award for this
The thing with Elvis was/is ......every song he sang ... it just flowed from him. Yeah even though he was lathered up most of the time, he never even appeared to be breaking a sweat vocally while singing........ and to anyone that has tried to make a living singing knows that ain't easy by a long shot. The man never took a singing lesson in his life and had perfect pitch. Simply a genius and I'm so damn happy I was around and influenced by him before he went off the deep end in the early 70's.
Jamal.... Elvis fans the world over were crushed & devastated when he passed away & the impact was very long lasting & still is. I became a fan of his when I was 8 (am 51 now) & when my parents (both Elvis fans) told me he’d died...... I cried for ages 😭😭😭 As long as his music is played somewhere around the world, his memory & his legacy will live on forever...... LONG LIVE THE KING ✋️👑🤚⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Elvis by far the greatest entertainer/singer/performer. But what’s even more important is how incredible of a person he was. Elvis gave at least half of his money to others and charities. If you take the time to watch and listen to the many videos out there with his family and friends. It’s truly astounding how he helped people and donated to charities. If he had it, he shared it. Such an incredible human being. One dear friend of his described Elvis as second to Jesus, that there was not a better man that walked the earth other than Jesus. Pretty incredible description. Tears still flow down my face with certain songs of his when he performs them. I’m still in awe of Elvis. Truly timeless. I’m so glad the younger generation is giving a listen to Elvis. May he carry on forever.
No body was like Elvis Presley nobody. He was really a true gift from God. We need more men to be a show love a compassion to a lost a dieing like Elvis Presley did a still does today in spirit.
He emptied the tank every performance. I saw him in Texas. I was 19 & I believe he was 39. I didn’t want to miss a moment. Stage presence was out of this world & he looked like a Greek god. I knew I’d witnessed a special performer.
I remember the day I came home from school - my mother was reading the newspaper - and she told me that Elvis had died. It was devastating. Everyone was in shock. I wasn't alive when JFK was assassinated so I can't compare Elvis' passing to that event. The only other time I have experienced people publicly mourning on a massive scale like that was the sudden death of Princess Diana. Those are the two times that I have witnessed people openly crying in the street. That is because Elvis was far more than a singer. He reached your soul.
I was seven and living in New York the day he died and it is one of my few memories I have from living back there. I will never forget it and I really had no idea who he was at that time. He is the greatest entertainer this country has or will ever produce.
Now I know why my aunt cried the day Elvis died. Wow, his voice. What a live performance! How many of today's artists can keep it pure and deliver like that?
I cried so long after he died, I was so young but I recognised what the world had lost even then. He was like some kind of angel that was able to connect with our hearts then and now
He meant that! Thank you for not only doing Elvis but for really feeling him and understanding the connection between Elvis and his fans. I was 14 when Elvis passed I was devastated! And felt a tremendous loss. I don't know of a time I didn't love him. Even now.
When Elvis was trying to set signed for the first time, he walked into Sun Records and the receptionist said to a very young Elvis, “Who do you sound like?” Elvis thought for a moment and said, “Well ma’am, I don’t sound like nobody.” Boy was he right. He don’t sound like nobody.
It doesn't matter what singer we are thinking of...Elvis Presley could go from bass to high tenor. Nobody in history had that range. Five registers? He must have been an angel. There is no other explanation.
*ELVIS was the Greatest Entertainer of all time. My grandfather told me what made Elvis different, was every song he sung, he sang it like he was singing for his Supper. In other words, Elvis never forgot where he came from and he was so grateful to be where he was at.*
I'm 60...raised on Elvis....saw him in concert when I was a teenager; and He still rocks my world ❤ BTW my Dad was in the audience for this performance 😃
Z wow dude that's a really Cosmic connection you have to say that fact that must be great I wish I had that bragging rights lol you know I'm just outside perspective but God bless you and Heaven
I was just nine years old when Elvis died and I can still remember the impact of that day. I remember the sense of shock and great loss. Elvis was and shall always be the king, he was the complete package and he will forever be missed.
I see and feel the impact he has had on you my friend from just a few songs. His fan base is still being born. I was only 13 when he passed and for me it was like the world stopped spinning for weeks. For me the very fact that he has an impact on you just through video says everything you need to know about Elvis
Great reaction 🙃 It's strange coz I couldn't even say WHY he affects people with his singing even to this day... I cry when I see him (frick knows why! 😶) despite trying not to... Think he always had a genuine vulnerability about himself that came thru his voice... Plus he was damn good looking lol 😛 He had it all.. And definitely gave his all... Like all the greats x We miss you Elvis 💞
I’m 62 and I still get goosebumps from every song. It’s like a spirit to spirit connection I’ve had since childhood. Elvis was the first celebrity crush of this little black, Detroit girl who lived music and movies.
i am 21 and a huge elvis fan. last weekend i visited the european elvis festival in bad nauheim. this man was everything. he changed lifes and still does.
When Elvis sings, you will never hear anything that he sings. Médiocre. He will give it his very best every single time. I'm 61 & have loved Elvis for as long as I can remember. I was told by my parents since I was around 2, I would always go up to the TV & stand, whenever Elvis was on, singing or watching one of his movies that I loved, and I would start Kissing him, on tv. My love for him never stopped. I've always loved other artist & I was completely crazy over Bob Seger but I had to say, even though I say Seger is my favorite, he is to a degree, but not more favorite, than Elvis! He's not just the King of Rock-in-Roll, he's a Legend, that nobody will ever touch, not even Michael Jackson, and I love Michael Jackson, but I'm sorry, he's touched & sang to a whole lot of people too, He just can't touch the King, as far as his music ability, the people all over the world, that loved him, his songs & his music. You have to consider all the ones he touched, that are already in heaven, as well. Alot of his fans were like my parents, who now live in their Heavenly home. In either "72" or "73", my daddy, mama & aunt got alot of my family tickets to see Elvis in Atlanta, at the Omni! I was so impressed at what I had seen & heard, it was a once in a lifetime concert, that 'll always Cherish & remember forever, as long as I live! 💖 I'm not sure if you know, or are aware of the fact that when Elvis did his Concerts in Hawaii, That was such a special big night & for me it was a monumental occasion! It was the 1st time a Concert & to my knowledge, anything, had ever been shown via satellite, all across the world!! It was a big moment in time, for everyone watching! The concert was Phenomenal, as always! I'm so glad that all of you do these reactions for everyone. Thanks too all of you, a new generation & even some older generations, are finally hearing Elvis sing, get to watch his moves, his style & his charisma, but most of all, you get to hear his Beautiful voice & get to see for yourself why he's the King of Rock-in-Roll & why he'll always be considered a Legend!!! I will always love Elvis!! I love your show!!! 💖💖💖💖💖
Best version ever. People who put Elvis down are just so so jealous of him which makes me feel really good . Great reaction from you. Keep bringing Elvis to you channel
I wouldn't say it's jealousy, but if that makes you feel better about your insecurities about other people's opinions, believe whatever makes you happy.
@@Gutslinger I think your the one with the insecurities I must have hit a nerve saying they are jealous. you just can't take the truth. Like I said that makes me happy knowing that you are jealous of Elvis.
@@myelvischannel1992 true, there are haters who can't give people their due. It's not political or about comparing ; it is recognizing his impact he has had for generations. 👑💌
I am requesting Elvis singing "Can't Help Falling In Love " from "Elvis That's The Way It Is!" He always closed his concerts with that song . Uptempo version.
In addition to his incredible talent, he surrounded himself with the best band and backup singers. So versatile, non judgemental, music was music and he could interpret any genre at the top of his game
This was a huge hit for Simon & Garfunkel in 1970. Paul Simon who wrote this said when Elvis recorded this it was much better than the original he recorded! Simon later wrote a tribute to Elvis called "Graceland" that would be great for a reaction!
My mom cried for days when he passed I was lucky enough to go with her to a concert when I was 14 and I'll never forget it he was beyond great... Keep up the great work
Im gonna be 18. 12 September. Im a Gipsy. Grown up with old music my father loves elvis and i do too. Elvis is my and my fathers nr1. Elvis The Best Ever
Yea man i remember wen he died my mom was in the floor cryin like a baby for this man she had never even met before in her life everybody momma loved the king Elvis Presley
Just a beautiful rendition, shakes one to the core. It was a big loss losing him. I always begged my mom to take me to see him in Vegas when I was a kid. Never happened. A teacher of mine in Elementary school, Francis Smith, in Bakersfield CA was from Memphis, beautiful woman, dated Elvis just after he hit it big, 1956 or 57. She told me he was as sweet as could be, so kind, a complete gentleman, very humble. She even brought a picture of them together, she just thought he was an amazing person. I live in Vegas, work in the casino business, an old friend, a boss who retired, worked security in the 70s at The International Hotel where this song was filmed, said Elvis was just a unique person, treated everyone as a friend, came in the employee cafeteria many times and spent many nights talking to them, tell stories and take pictures. Everyone just loved him, never heard anyone say a bad word about him. Drugs took it all away, a lesson to everybody. A kind, gentle soul, robbed of half his life.
There will never be another like Elvis. I saw him in person, the electric charge throughout the auditorium waiting for him was amazing! I get chills every time I hear him sing. We lost him way too soon!❤
Possibly the best Elvis performance ever...tears are streaming down my face, by the beauty of his voice....thank god we have this to listen to and watch...
Wow, you're reaction brought back many memories. The day Elvis died (august 16, 1977), I was driving along when it came over the radio and I stopped dead in the middle of the road and sat there in disbelief for almost an hour. I don't know if anyone honked at me or yelled for me to get off the road because I was completely numb. That was a very sad day because of all he meant to the world. My brother said there wasn't a thing I didn't know about Elvis and he was right. A few days later, Ronnie McDowell wrote and recorded the song The King is Gone and it was eerie because he studied Elvis for a long time and sounded so much like him.
As a young man I never gave Elvis the credit he deserved. He was more of a joke act but the more you watch and listen you realise just how special he was.
Also the cheesey movies and songs that came from them. I spent my youth thinking he was that clown in the movies, come to find out he hated them, the songs and that image. The more I watched his performances the more I saw what a phenomenal talent he was.
Thanks for your appreciation of Elvis & your understanding of our connection to him! He was beautiful inside & out! You can't not think of the many blessings bestowed opon us by our Eternal.Father when you see & hear Elvis' soulful voice! He is more than missed!,The world was a much better place when he was in it with us! Thank God his awesome music lives on ! It is so marvelous to see folks like you who are now, truly discovering what Elvis was all about ! I wish you could have seen him in live action! It was indeed a life changing experience! No one like Elvis Aaron Presley before his arrival or since he left us!
Thank you so much for this video and your commentary. I was 10 when he died and it has always stayed with me. I had loved his song "All Shook Up" that my mom had on an old 45 so she made sure I was able to see the man who sang that song the night of his live performance by satellite from Hawaii. I was SO young but I remember my mom sitting me in front of the TV and saying "almost the whole entire world is watching this man sing right now". And four years later the whole world cried when we lost him. It still makes me cry and I'm 54 now. It's such an amazing new journey to watch others discover him. I love many artists and bands but there will never EVER be another like Elvis, in so many ways.
Minute 1:56, "when you are down and out, when you are on the street" What a powerful message of encouragement from the King of Rock n Roll to be thinking of those in such hardship.
Imagine how that people in the crowd felt to witness this man doing history. How envy I am for not being possible to Watch and listen Elvis performs right in front of me
I’m a 56 year OLD cowgirl from Oklahoma and I grew up FEELING his voice in my soul and that he understood me. I wanted to hold his hand and walk him through his troubles. His voice is unmatched.
Elvis presley brought beauty and integrity to songs..music his presence was dignified.. There's no comparison to the so called artists of today's generation.
“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
CAPER DAVE I get goosebumps every time I hear Elvis ‘ version of this song 🤷🏼♀️
Hell was not the word Paul used
@@chrisguy1790 wanna bet?
I disagree with Paul Simon and it was Art Garfunkel who was the main singer so not so sure Paul Simon actually said that.
@@andreaschmall5560 the quote was taken from a Rolling Stone article. I'm sure if you google the quote it will come up
i'm 60 and still get goosebumps listening to his voice! god truly gave him a special gift!
He gave glory to the Lord before the world!
Amen!!!
Same here, I'm 55. I can still remember what I was doing when I heard that he had died.
63 here, and yes, he still gives me chills! I hate the way he was treated.
I am 59 and I got to hear Elvis sing this in concert twice 75 &77 nothing like seeing him in concert
You know, when I witness Elvis in videos like this, I genuinely believe that we are witnessing something not of this planet. The greatest
Man you said it! When He left, the world became more lonely and gray.
Elvis Presley said if his gospel music brought one person to accept Jesus Christ as Saviour then his efforts were worth it. Elvis Presley didn't like to be referred to as " king" and often told his fans from the stage not to refer to him as such and that only Jesus Christ is King.
That's absolutely right! I believe when he would sing gospel he knew who he was singing it too. He seemed to have such a love and passion for Jesus Christ and always let people know who he was singing about.
I was just going to say he didn't like being called the king
❤️🙏🏼
Yes you are correct. And it’s a shame it is not talked about very often in Elvis memorial videos. I also heard him one time when called the King of Rock and Roll, he said no, that would be BB King. When referred to as just the king, he said no, there’s only one king and that’s Jesus Christ.
I'm 49 and 5 when he died.. Grew up with Elvis with my mom.. Such an impact on my life!
In my 71 years on this earth there will never be a more comforting voice to fill me up with so much emotion then Elvis. He was a once in a lifetime gift.
Thanks Jamel ♡
More like a once in all of mankind
Well said
I'm 59 years old, and a life long metal head, but Elvis was my first concert ever, I was 12, and it will never be topped!
Elvis NEVER sang a song for us...he took us on a journey...his journey.His voice was beyond captivating...
My brother actually told me last year to listen to this version by Elvis. he was just blown away..
100% Pantera!!!
There is not a single singer in the same category as Elvis and there never will be, he’s truly the King and he’s timeless!
Maybe Freddie..
Definitely Freddie
Not even Freddie. Too much of a one trick pony (although brilliant at that). Elvis dynamics from song to song will never be equaled.
I know another superstar that liked underage people too that was just as good
I agree 100%
And that was pure organic talent. There was no auto tune and the bullshit technology they use today. Today these artists are all manufactured, half of them don’t even sing in “live” shows, they lip-synch, like Madonna & Brittany Spears.
i'm 26 and love elvis music
Well done. Elvis Presley is timeless.
You said it! 🌟👑
Brava ragazza
You are to be commended !listen to Gently!! It relaxes the mind
I'm 35 and love elvis music :)
Hi everybody! I’m younger than Elvis generation and watching him performing make start to think he the greatest performer of all time!
Elvis had some soul. He goes with the Gospel Choir that is backing him up like a duck goes with water.
Paul Simon once described the melody to Bridge Over Troubled Waters as Gospel piano. Elvis and this Gospel choir showed that beautifully.
Paul Simon who wrote and sung the original version heard Elvis's take on made and interesting comment, he said he thought it was a little dramatic but how in the hell can I compete with that?-----he knew his song was taken to another level by Elvis
Luciano Pavarotti once said that if Elvis it had any classical vocal training that he might well have been one of the greatest opera singers of the century. You can certainly hear that in this song. He was just beyond talented. It still blows my mind today.
Watch how I sang the song "Bridge over troubled water": th-cam.com/video/PZyb07p2D1g/w-d-xo.html
Elvis was too great to comprehend. Like the universe is too vast to imagine. God did something here
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I'm not the biggest Elvis fan in the world, but that performance was one for the ages. Wow.
Amazing hey! He still thrills us fans overseas. We continue to love his music. He is the legend of all times. From South Africa 👍🇿🇦
You''re right,Jamal; Our passion for Elvis will never die.
Nobody has a voice as distinctive as Elvis. His depth and vocal tone are like no other. Elvis could sing just about anything, and sound amazing.
Watch how I sang the song "Bridge over troubled water": th-cam.com/video/PZyb07p2D1g/w-d-xo.html
*Nashville had Country Music, Memphis had Blues and Soul.*
*Elvis had the rhythm, and became the King of Rock & Roll:*
In response to your reaction, when I was 6 years-old, I remember running and jumping on furniture when “Suspicious Minds” came on the radio.
Elvis was my hero.
His last concert was in Indianapolis. I remember begging my mother to go to his concert. She told me that we would see him next time.
Not long after, I recall hearing on the radio that Elvis died. I was only 6 years-old but to this day, I remember crying, the type of car we were in, where we were parked, where we lived and what shirt I was wearing.
It was my first experience with losing someone I loved.
Thanks for sharing. Same with us fans overseas. Elvis was huge here in my Country, we loved his music, the gospel records too. I was shattered when he died and I remember every detail of my life that sad day. 😢 from South Africa 🇿🇦
Elvis makes any song his very own!
Indeed. Feeling it.
I was in my car, about a couple of blocks away from home, when a kid riding along side me, yelled out "Elvis is dead". I immediately turned my car around and drove home, I could not go anywhere, I listened to the news and heard Elvis being played endlessly on the radio for days. I was literally shaking from the sadness. I loved Elvis, I collected all his cards and records, I listened intently for his next hit record, he meant more to me than any other entertainer. In those days, parents disciplined their kids. Elvis sang "Don't Be Cruel" and that stopped. if ever I had someone to look up too, it was Elvis. I loved him for who he was, I'll forever miss him. May he rest in peace. Thank you for liking him too.
I'm 75 and still listen to Elvis, thanks for your comments
I’m 66 and hearing his voice can still bring tears to my eyes.. 👍
I am 55 and yes a lot of his songs make me cry. They all give me goosebumps! Never be anyone like him unmatchable
@@samanthapryce138 I concur. I'm 55 as well and finally I came to my senses on realizing Elvis was a gift to us all. We were to young to appreciate what he hrought to the table, my older sister knew but I did not. I watch and listen almost daily his cover of Unchained Melody and it never gets old and fills me with nostalgia.
I feel us Gen-X'rs were the last great generation. We saw and experienced so much change and greatness in the world that will never be repeated.
@@bruceb9515 you are right our generation has seen diversity n music unlike how it all is now I play music to my children and now my grandson from All decades they hear songs and music that never seen to be mentioned in music at school how are they not told about impact of Elvis and Rock and Roll in general it was the beginning of Teenagers Being Teens and broke down barriers between race and class as Everyone can enjoy quality voices together I am glad Elvis in your life daily me too as my grandson dance and sing to him and many other artist daily True fans at any age!
Hey....I am 27 and Elvis has millions of young fans....my parents were fans. Elvis had charisma, passion, looks, compassion and that voice.Heart and soul. Thank you for really honest reactions.
I’m 61 and still listening. I fell in love with Elvis at age 8. ♥️♥️
We will never be blessed with another Elvis! 😎
How true!!
So very true indeed!! The best of the best!😊
Truth ♥️♥️
*I am 28 yrs old, I have been an Elvis LOVER since I was 2 yrs old. That's almost all my life.*
I was 14 when Elvis died. I spent a week in my room crying. It was so bad that my dad took me to wire my condolences to his father. He thought it would help. I had loved Elvis since I was four and wore out Return to sender. A few short weeks ago, I had the shock of my life. I submitted my DNA and found out that Elvis is my 9th cousin through my dad’s paternal line. Our shared grandparents are James Howard and Mary Traliaferro. I know that’s a distant cousin, but he is still my cousin and I am so honored. When I get to heaven and give Jesus a jillion kisses along with my close family. I’m going to hug and kiss Elvis. Thank you for your beautiful reaction. You are right. Elvis was just a part of most people who lived when he did that we just couldn’t let go of. He was a part of all our DNA.
And on the 8th day God created Elvis
Only once in the history of mankind does one person get the looks, the voice, the soul and talent come together. Add in his generous and kind spirit.
The most genuine performer of all time.
Not just the older generation Jamel. I’m in my 30’s and discovered Elvis when I was 8yo. He’s stuck with me ever since. Love the man. He was not only the best entertainer but a wonderful human being with a heart of gold. God was on his side for sure. 💙💙💙
Great reaction! He has been gone 42 years and he is still making fans. The "King" label was legit.
Randy Skalicky. never be another one like Elvis
Elvis the King forever Hans from Germany
He was 42 when he passed.
@@TweedSuit Crazy he's been gone as long as he lived.
Bridge Over Troubled Waters is a great vocal performance by Elvis powerful and soulful 1970 this is his best year of the 70s he was in good physical and vocal condition around this time much better in 1970 than 1977 great performance should have won award for this
Whenever you had the chance to see Elvis, perform. I know in my heart you got your money's worth. Such a wonderful performer.
No other man on this planet that sings like Elvis ever no other performer ever he was the best his music still lives on
The thing with Elvis was/is ......every song he sang ... it just flowed from him. Yeah even though he was lathered up most of the time, he never even appeared to be breaking a sweat vocally while singing........ and to anyone that has tried to make a living singing knows that ain't easy by a long shot. The man never took a singing lesson in his life and had perfect pitch. Simply a genius and I'm so damn happy I was around and influenced by him before he went off the deep end in the early 70's.
Watch how I sang the song "Bridge over troubled water": th-cam.com/video/PZyb07p2D1g/w-d-xo.html
Jamal.... Elvis fans the world over were crushed & devastated when he passed away & the impact was very long lasting & still is. I became a fan of his when I was 8 (am 51 now) & when my parents (both Elvis fans) told me he’d died...... I cried for ages 😭😭😭 As long as his music is played somewhere around the world, his memory & his legacy will live on forever...... LONG LIVE THE KING ✋️👑🤚⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
I was 10 I agree with all you said my parents also his fans what a loss he was to everyone
Elvis by far the greatest entertainer/singer/performer. But what’s even more important is how incredible of a person he was. Elvis gave at least half of his money to others and charities. If you take the time to watch and listen to the many videos out there with his family and friends. It’s truly astounding how he helped people and donated to charities. If he had it, he shared it. Such an incredible human being. One dear friend of his described Elvis as second to Jesus, that there was not a better man that walked the earth other than Jesus. Pretty incredible description. Tears still flow down my face with certain songs of his when he performs them. I’m still in awe of Elvis. Truly timeless. I’m so glad the younger generation is giving a listen to Elvis. May he carry on forever.
No body was like Elvis Presley nobody. He was really a true gift from God. We need more men to be a show love a compassion to a lost a dieing like Elvis Presley did a still does today in spirit.
He emptied the tank every performance. I saw him in Texas. I was 19 & I believe he was 39. I didn’t want to miss a moment. Stage presence was out of this world & he looked like a Greek god. I knew I’d witnessed a special performer.
Elvis could sing the phone book. What an unbelievable God given talent!!
I remember the day I came home from school - my mother was reading the newspaper - and she told me that Elvis had died. It was devastating. Everyone was in shock. I wasn't alive when JFK was assassinated so I can't compare Elvis' passing to that event. The only other time I have experienced people publicly mourning on a massive scale like that was the sudden death of Princess Diana. Those are the two times that I have witnessed people openly crying in the street. That is because Elvis was far more than a singer. He reached your soul.
You are so right all ages and all kinds of people were moved by his unique raw talent everything about him incredible
I was seven and living in New York the day he died and it is one of my few memories I have from living back there. I will never forget it and I really had no idea who he was at that time. He is the greatest entertainer this country has or will ever produce.
Elvis Presley version of this song was amazing he was a beautiful amazing God loving man w a heart of gold. Nobody like Elvis Presley.
Now I know why my aunt cried the day Elvis died. Wow, his voice. What a live performance! How many of today's artists can keep it pure and deliver like that?
I cried so long after he died, I was so young but I recognised what the world had lost even then. He was like some kind of angel that was able to connect with our hearts then and now
No one..
My mother cried at the kitchen sink doing the dishes......
He meant that! Thank you for not only doing Elvis but for really feeling him and understanding the connection between Elvis and his fans. I was 14 when Elvis passed I was devastated! And felt a tremendous loss.
I don't know of a time I didn't love him. Even now.
It's true... Elivs could sing the phone book back in the day and make it sound amazing
Elvis's tone was pure....baritone to tenor! His range was sweet to the core!
people and critics can say whatever but the one thing no one can deny is his voice is straight out of heaven.
I love Elvis singing gospel music. The way he sings it touches your soul. He was just an awesome singer.
This is Simon and Garfunkel song just like The Sound of Silence. It does have a bit of a gospel feel just like the Beatles' Let it Be.
Chip Tapp if you've never heard Elvis sing He Touched Me, you need to. It goes deep into your soul and changes you.
@@belleferrar8898 I have I love his gospel music.
There is no one even close when it comes to his Gospel performances.
Few things bring me more joy than watching someone experience Elvis whom also clearly gets what Elvis is really all about. It’s a spiritual thing.
When Elvis was trying to set signed for the first time, he walked into Sun Records and the receptionist said to a very young Elvis, “Who do you sound like?” Elvis thought for a moment and said, “Well ma’am, I don’t sound like nobody.” Boy was he right. He don’t sound like nobody.
I love this quote too and so true
Elvis Presley could take any song. and make it his own. ELVIS will live on. FOREVER.
Greatest of all time I still get goosebumps listening to him!!!
It doesn't matter what singer we are thinking of...Elvis Presley could go from bass to high tenor. Nobody in history had that range. Five registers? He must have been an angel. There is no other explanation.
*ELVIS was the Greatest Entertainer of all time. My grandfather told me what made Elvis different, was every song he sung, he sang it like he was singing for his Supper. In other words, Elvis never forgot where he came from and he was so grateful to be where he was at.*
I'm 60...raised on Elvis....saw him in concert when I was a teenager; and He still rocks my world ❤ BTW my Dad was in the audience for this performance 😃
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Z wow dude that's a really Cosmic connection you have to say that fact that must be great I wish I had that bragging rights lol you know I'm just outside perspective but God bless you and Heaven
Thanks Donald P!!!
None better than Elvis. He could sing anything. Nobody sang with more feeling, and passion. Miss Elvis... he was the best.
I love Elvis. When I was a little girl I listened to him everyday. I thought Elvis was the only singer around. I'm 54 now mom listened
I was just nine years old when Elvis died and I can still remember the impact of that day. I remember the sense of shock and great loss. Elvis was and shall always be the king, he was the complete package and he will forever be missed.
I was 10 and totally agree the shock was worldwide he was and is so loved
I see and feel the impact he has had on you my friend from just a few songs. His fan base is still being born.
I was only 13 when he passed and for me it was like the world stopped spinning for weeks.
For me the very fact that he has an impact on you just through video says everything you need to know about Elvis
so true.
I was 11 and will never forget that day. 😪
@@rodneyhill5960 I hear you .
I was 9 ,I drove my mom crazy.i played his music for 2weeks straight,and being sad the whole time.. Elvis fan for life!! I still listen to he's music
@@michellehubbard7865 only Elvis could do that
Great reaction 🙃 It's strange coz I couldn't even say WHY he affects people with his singing even to this day... I cry when I see him (frick knows why! 😶) despite trying not to... Think he always had a genuine vulnerability about himself that came thru his voice... Plus he was damn good looking lol 😛 He had it all.. And definitely gave his all... Like all the greats x We miss you Elvis 💞
Every time Elvis sings live it’s like I’m in church
I’m 62 and I still get goosebumps from every song. It’s like a spirit to spirit connection I’ve had since childhood. Elvis was the first celebrity crush of this little black, Detroit girl who lived music and movies.
i am 21 and a huge elvis fan.
last weekend i visited the european elvis festival in bad nauheim. this man was everything. he changed lifes and still does.
Amazing Lea 🙏🏾
When Elvis sings, you will never hear anything that he sings. Médiocre. He will give it his very best every single time. I'm 61 & have loved Elvis for as long as I can remember. I was told by my parents since I was around 2, I would always go up to the TV & stand, whenever Elvis was on, singing or watching one of his movies that I loved, and I would start Kissing him, on tv. My love for him never stopped. I've always loved other artist & I was completely crazy over Bob Seger but I had to say, even though I say Seger is my favorite, he is to a degree, but not more favorite, than Elvis! He's not just the King of Rock-in-Roll, he's a Legend, that nobody will ever touch, not even Michael Jackson, and I love Michael Jackson, but I'm sorry, he's touched & sang to a whole lot of people too, He just can't touch the King, as far as his music ability, the people all over the world, that loved him, his songs & his music. You have to consider all the ones he touched, that are already in heaven, as well. Alot of his fans were like my parents, who now live in their Heavenly home. In either "72" or "73", my daddy, mama & aunt got alot of my family tickets to see Elvis in Atlanta, at the Omni! I was so impressed at what I had seen & heard, it was a once in a lifetime concert, that 'll always Cherish & remember forever, as long as I live! 💖 I'm not sure if you know, or are aware of the fact that when Elvis did his Concerts in Hawaii, That was such a special big night & for me it was a monumental occasion! It was the 1st time a Concert & to my knowledge, anything, had ever been shown via satellite, all across the world!! It was a big moment in time, for everyone watching! The concert was Phenomenal, as always! I'm so glad that all of you do these reactions for everyone. Thanks too all of you, a new generation & even some older generations, are finally hearing Elvis sing, get to watch his moves, his style & his charisma, but most of all, you get to hear his Beautiful voice & get to see for yourself why he's the King of Rock-in-Roll & why he'll always be considered a Legend!!! I will always love Elvis!! I love your show!!! 💖💖💖💖💖
Best version ever. People who put Elvis down are just so so jealous of him which makes me feel really good . Great reaction from you. Keep bringing Elvis to you channel
I wouldn't say it's jealousy, but if that makes you feel better about your insecurities about other people's opinions, believe whatever makes you happy.
@@Gutslinger I think your the one with the insecurities I must have hit a nerve saying they are jealous. you just can't take the truth. Like I said that makes me happy knowing that you are jealous of Elvis.
@@myelvischannel1992 true, there are haters who can't give people their due. It's not political or about comparing ; it is recognizing his impact he has had for generations. 👑💌
Amen to that.
I am requesting Elvis singing "Can't Help Falling In Love " from "Elvis That's The Way It Is!" He always closed his concerts with that song . Uptempo version.
The best singer forever!!!!!!! Eternal Elvis 💓💓💓
Such a great reaction video. I think you're very right about feeling the loss of Elvis. I think a lot of people feel that way.
Beutiful reaction 😥
THE king from another planet 😍
Elvis comeback please 💕💕💕
In addition to his incredible talent, he surrounded himself with the best band and backup singers. So versatile, non judgemental, music was music and he could interpret any genre at the top of his game
Elvis was extraordinary. No one else comes close. Perfection.
Elvis was at his prime here! One of my absolute favorites of his ! ❤❤❤
Aaaaaamazing Aaaaaamazing WOW!
This was a huge hit for Simon & Garfunkel in 1970. Paul Simon who wrote this said when Elvis recorded this it was much better than the original he recorded! Simon later wrote a tribute to Elvis called "Graceland" that would be great for a reaction!
My aunt was 84 in the 80s. And she bought a complete stereo system, just to listen to Elvis singing his gospel music on CDs.
My mom cried for days when he passed I was lucky enough to go with her to a concert when I was 14 and I'll never forget it he was beyond great... Keep up the great work
Elvis Presley, a legend. The best singer who ever passed this planet. Your voice is simply indescribable
Amazing voice, you got that right. What a guy..
Im gonna be 18. 12 September. Im a Gipsy. Grown up with old music my father loves elvis and i do too. Elvis is my and my fathers nr1. Elvis The Best Ever
God gave us a perfect gift in Elvis Presley. He was our everything.
Yea man i remember wen he died my mom was in the floor cryin like a baby for this man she had never even met before in her life everybody momma loved the king Elvis Presley
Just a beautiful rendition, shakes one to the core. It was a big loss losing him. I always begged my mom to take me to see him in Vegas when I was a kid. Never happened. A teacher of mine in Elementary school, Francis Smith, in Bakersfield CA was from Memphis, beautiful woman, dated Elvis just after he hit it big, 1956 or 57. She told me he was as sweet as could be, so kind, a complete gentleman, very humble. She even brought a picture of them together, she just thought he was an amazing person. I live in Vegas, work in the casino business, an old friend, a boss who retired, worked security in the 70s at The International Hotel where this song was filmed, said Elvis was just a unique person, treated everyone as a friend, came in the employee cafeteria many times and spent many nights talking to them, tell stories and take pictures. Everyone just loved him, never heard anyone say a bad word about him. Drugs took it all away, a lesson to everybody. A kind, gentle soul, robbed of half his life.
There will never be another singer like Elvis
There will never be another like Elvis. I saw him in person, the electric charge throughout the auditorium waiting for him was amazing! I get chills every time I hear him sing. We lost him way too soon!❤
Possibly the best Elvis performance ever...tears are streaming down my face, by the beauty of his voice....thank god we have this to listen to and watch...
Wow, you're reaction brought back many memories. The day Elvis died (august 16, 1977), I was driving along when it came over the radio and I stopped dead in the middle of the road and sat there in disbelief for almost an hour. I don't know if anyone honked at me or yelled for me to get off the road because I was completely numb. That was a very sad day because of all he meant to the world. My brother said there wasn't a thing I didn't know about Elvis and he was right. A few days later, Ronnie McDowell wrote and recorded the song The King is Gone and it was eerie because he studied Elvis for a long time and sounded so much like him.
I was only 10 but I remember crying with my family your reaction so genuine and sad I'm glad you stopped driving and sat awhile..
Elvis Presley what a man stunningly beautiful in side and out spectacular voice Just wow Wow wow 💙👑
Nobody sung this beautiful sad song like my Mr Songman Elvis Presley. Love his version. ❤❤❤❤❤
As a young man I never gave Elvis the credit he deserved. He was more of a joke act but the more you watch and listen you realise just how special he was.
James Lindsay Thank the Elvis impersonators for that!
Also the cheesey movies and songs that came from them.
I spent my youth thinking he was that clown in the movies,
come to find out he hated them, the songs and that image.
The more I watched his performances the more I saw what
a phenomenal talent he was.
Thanks for your appreciation of Elvis & your understanding of our connection to him! He was beautiful inside & out!
You can't not think of
the many blessings bestowed opon us by our Eternal.Father when you see & hear Elvis' soulful voice! He is more than missed!,The world was a much better place when he was in it with us! Thank God his awesome music lives on ! It is so marvelous
to see folks like you who are now, truly discovering what Elvis was all about ! I wish you could have seen him in live action! It was indeed a life
changing experience!
No one like Elvis Aaron Presley
before his arrival or since he left us!
Thank you so much for this video and your commentary. I was 10 when he died and it has always stayed with me. I had loved his song "All Shook Up" that my mom had on an old 45 so she made sure I was able to see the man who sang that song the night of his live performance by satellite from Hawaii. I was SO young but I remember my mom sitting me in front of the TV and saying "almost the whole entire world is watching this man sing right now". And four years later the whole world cried when we lost him. It still makes me cry and I'm 54 now. It's such an amazing new journey to watch others discover him. I love many artists and bands but there will never EVER be another like Elvis, in so many ways.
Watch how I sang the song "Bridge over troubled water": th-cam.com/video/PZyb07p2D1g/w-d-xo.html
It's just amazing that 42 years later we are reacting to the king like he's still alive and performing out there.
Elvis had that rare ability to really reach in and touch your soul. Iv missed him every single day since 1977.
Minute 1:56, "when you are down and out, when you are on the street" What a powerful message of encouragement from the King of Rock n Roll to be thinking of those in such hardship.
Thanks Jamal for playing this Great Elvis Classic. He was the Man and still is.
Imagine how that people in the crowd felt to witness this man doing history. How envy I am for not being possible to Watch and listen Elvis performs right in front of me
Love stuff like this. You truly see why Elvis was and still is an icon.
Jamal i was a sophomore in high school when he passed. The Sorry we all felt
Was overwhelming. Like Elvis said
" it Comes from the shoes up"
I’m a 56 year OLD cowgirl from Oklahoma and I grew up FEELING his voice in my soul and that he understood me. I wanted to hold his hand and walk him through his troubles. His voice is unmatched.
So did I and still do....
Elvis presley brought beauty and integrity to songs..music his presence was dignified.. There's no comparison to the so called artists of today's generation.
Watch how I sang the song "Bridge over troubled water": th-cam.com/video/PZyb07p2D1g/w-d-xo.html