Elvis was born into poverty. He was only 1 if 4 white families living in a prominently black neighborhood, during awful years of segregation. Elvis had a twin that died at birth and buried in a shoebox in an unmarked grave because they were so poor. His neighbors helped his family and he was a church goer. He NEVER forgot where he came from and he didnt see color. He saw human beings. Great reaction and please react to If I Can Dream in white suit from 68 Comeback Special.
He most certainly did see colour, he saw the struggle and stood by his people. He was the first artist to employ black musicians on his stage, and opened 3 revenue streams to pay black songwriters fairly. But if course Chuck D, Ray Charles & Quincey Jones wouldn't comment on that
Elvis, One way or another inspired all music we have today. If you trace it all back, It was Elvis that did it all first. What M.J. Done was originally done by Elvis in the 50s. And throughout his career. As John Lennon said ''Before Elvis there was nothing''
Elvis was born into extreme poverty in Tupelo Mississippi. He was second born of twins His brother was stillborn. Seeking to pull his parents out of poverty he started singing in church at a very young age. His life became a true rags to riches story. To this day, doctors aren’t sure what caused his death because he had so many health issues , it yes he was on the toilet when his heart stopped.He was extremely talented becoming a legend overnight having five million dollars sellers in his first year.Loved by millions , he will never be forgotten.
The most charismatic singer entertainer and humanitarian ever ! No one today can match his brilliance. And no auto tunes & if there he wouldn't need t 💞
Love your beautiful reaction to Elvis singing In the Ghetto and I totally understand that you don't know what Elvis is,, he was born in the poorest part of the ghetto in Tupelo Ms and they had no running water or electricity, he never forgot where he came from and if you dig deeper in the Man himself , Then you will understand Why he is so Loved Around the World today 47 years later and he at least for me was not just the king of Rock , which he always said there is only one king , Jesus Christ, to me he was The Master of the stage ,must react to Elvis singing Just Pretend and If I Can Dream Great reaction. TCB, 1935, and is that a UK accent, Elvis is forever and Always TCB 1935
This is the beautiful studio version of the song (a big international hit in 1969), dubbed over clips of Elvis performing it live in Las Vegas in 1970. Now we'd love to see you react to that live Vegas performance, available right here on RUclips. It's very popular for reactors to do because it's beloved by fans. Nice, thoughtful reaction. More Elvis please. He was called The King for good reason. And still is. 🩵✨️🩵✨️🩵✨️🩵✨️🩵✨️🩵✨️🩵✨️
The vicious circle. You understand it very well! You won't regret diving into his catalogue. No auto tune, no pitch correction. He loved music and supported other artists. He said that there is room for everyone. Another thing we love him are the stories about his generosity. If you like to see him as an entertainer on stage you've got to watch 'Suspicious Minds' live 1970. Great reaction! 💚☀️
I found your channel on a REN fan site. Subscribed right away. Love to be living at a time when so many young artists truly appreciate music that has moved me for almost six decades. Yes I LIKE YOUR ENERGY! Headed to Spotify now so I can hear your music.
.Love Elvis❤ Thank you. Elvis sings all.different types of music. Thank you. You need to be sure the video has ended. Elvis has a performance at the closing.
He was born in one, in 1935 during the great depression, He gave to Everybody he was a generous humanitarian. He grew up with black people went to a black church and loved black gospel. I was 12 in 1956 when he hit it big. It was segregated country then. White stations would not play black artist till Elvis brought black artist and their music mainstream. He was given a lot of back lash for his association with blacks. You need to see his tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King jr. civil rights leader who died 8 miles from his home in Memphis. See "If I Can Dream" from his 1968 Comeback special on NBC. Thanks you for this great reaction. Be Blessed
Elvis Presley was iconic. Superb singer/songwriter. His voice was so beautiful to listen to. 'In the Ghetto' was a perfect song from him. He knew well of the place well. He was very rich but spent a fortune for himself. Very sad, but he still was an exceptional singer with good looks too!! 💝💝💝💝💝
Like many other famous singers, Elvis was not a songwriter. It's true Elvis was a big spender but his generosity is legendary. He gave away millions and millions of dollars to the less fortunate, and he was the soul provider of many poor family members in addition to his many employees and friends.
I think you should go down In the Elvis rabbit hole, he is not only in five different Hall of Fame musically but he has sold over 1 billion records worldwide can you please play American trilogy 1973 aloha from Hawaii by Elvis great reaction Roy
Hello Creeaction, This is my first time sitting in with you today, thank you for allowing me to do that! I enjoyed the time I spent here and your reaction to Elvis's "In the Ghetto". I subscribed to your channel and left a like for you while I was here. Great reaction young man!
I would sub for any genuine Elvis reactions. To truly understand Elvis you need to look at where he was from. Elvis had a hell of a life for a man who died at 42 years old. He influenced the WORLD, he influence culture, he smashed doors down for Black artist's and barriers of racial segregation. His heart and generosity matched his beautiful soulful voice and his stunning good looks. He had it all, and he was ridiculed at the end when he was very sick. He knew poverty, he knew the cycle of crime, he gave most of his money and jewellery away. There are a lot of recommendations to make where Elvis is concerned. Go back to the start with an Elvis dive and clear your mind of everything you have heard about him. Elvis was a different himan being. Listen to his actions louder than his critics and when you hear him speak youll know what to believe as true. He's had so much bad press from like 4 people ruining his good reputation. This man changed countless lives, his money even eradicated Polio, he paid medical bills for another artist he respected, and it continued after Elvis died. Elvis is a legend, his heart is why he is still remembered wirh love nearly 50 years later. Forget the ex wife and stupid rumours about teen girls, as a man born jn 1930s racist America, he was very progressive. Beautiful man. Long live the King ❤
This was a very intuitive reaction. You totally got it & that’s exactly what Elvis was trying to convey in his message. He did this song well over 50 years ago when other entertainers were afraid to touch it because of its powerful implications. Elvis was told not to do it because it could potentially ruin his career. Being born into extreme poverty himself in Tupelo, Mississippi, Elvis knew first hand what growing up in a ghetto like atmosphere was like & felt like it was a story that needed to be told & he needed to do it. After all of the fame & fortune Elvis received, he never forgot where he came from & tried to help people until the day he died. He was a very special soul. 🖤🎶🖤
Elvis Presley, despite being the premier entertainer in the world, was VERY socially conscious. Over the course of his 20 year career, he helped raise millions of dollars for charities (in today's money), and gave away tens of millions of dollars of his own money. He very publicly stood against racial discrimination at a time when it could have destroyed his career. This song is very representative - his manager and his record label both warned him against recording/releasing this song, and Elvis basically told them to STFU. To learn more about Elvis, you would benefit by watching "Elvis and the Black Community" parts 1 and 2. I hope you will look more deeply into this man's life and music - you will come to love Elvis as we do.
The mic was small because that's what mics looked like in 1969, The sad thing is that although this was released 55 years ago, the problem not only still remains, but is even worse since guns have become readily available.
Guns were just as available back then as now. The problem is the absence of fathers. You will notice in the song the father is not mentioned just the mother.
Elvis was his own genre. He often blended Gospel, country, R&B and/or rick and roll into one song. He's in 5 different music Halls Of Fame for a reason. The song was written by Mac Davis who later became a popular musician himself. It was written because of a kid he went to school with. Elvis lived that life so he was the perfect person to sing it.
John Lennon said, "before Elvis there was nothing". He broke it all open. He pulled a lot of the black performers out of the shadows. He knew exactly who he was and the voices that came before him.
it was written by Mac Davis who is a country singer songwriter for Elvis to record and Elvis is (country= rythem and blues = rock & roll - pop= gospel) he is every one of those Hall Of Fames--no one else is . another good song from Elvis's 1968 comeback special recorded in the White Suit is (IF I CAN DREAM) which is a tribute to MLK after he was assinated
Not exactly, he offered it first to Sammy Davis Jr., who said "I can't sing this, my life was privileged but Elvis grew up like this". That's how Elvis got the song.
The Elvis rabbit hole is deep & fabulous! His fans will be there to guide you if you want to learn about this great man. He could sing anything. Got Grammys for Gospel. His background vocalists & band were the best! He never wrote songs but he mostly did the arrangements of his covers. If you are a musician then I think you'll really enjoy Elvis!
Mac Davis wrote the song, but Elvis added the haunting words, "and his mama cried." Mac loved it. We did, too. It was one of Elvis' greatest hits. His fan then, now and forever.
Mac Davis wrote this song.. but Elvis sang it from the heart. I've given birth to 2 sons and raised 24/7 3 step children.. I can't imagine the pain of losing a child.. I can't.. I'm blessed that they are all still here from 37 to 24.. I lost my nephew when I was 15 and he was 15 months ... the pain of that still is here with me today 42 yrs later..
Enjoyed seeing a thoughtful reaction from an articulate young man.. Subbed to follow your Elvis journey. Suggestions- If I Can Dream (white suit) 1968 Comeback Special, Suspicious Minds live in Vegas 1970,. Also American Trilogy and What Now My Love from Aloha from Hawaii concert.
This is true Elvis this song came from the heart. He was kind sympathetic and generous. Love your reaction. Unfortunately, this was a redone version and they left out the end with back up singers where he ends the song very dramatic. For me when they add pictures is distracting to the whole performance. I just want to see his full performance live. I hope you continue to do Elvis. He sang many genres. His voice is iconic and his charisma on stage was amazing. Check out If I can Dream.white suit from 1968 comeback special. In the words of Little Richard’s song “Give me the old time Rock and Roll”💕
You should listen to the version, his late daughter Lisa Marie did with this recording. It turned out beautiful. I've been listening to Elvis for 55 years. He had multiple health issues. He also had Doctors that over wrote RXs for him and "friends" that worked for him that kept giving him medication. None of the medication he was on was illegal. No one did anything to stop him or get him help. Yes, it was considered Country and Soft Rock.
Most important is when Elvis speaks of the boy needing help to not grow up to angry and what responsibility do we (as society) have to accept do to either willful ignorance of the situation or deliberately turning away from the need.
Elvis had a big influence on rock and roll, originally considered "race music,"a taboo artform. It was only played on the few Black radio stations in the country. Elvis was instrumental in making it mainstream. You might want to watch Elvis sing Jailhouse rock when he was young. ruclips.net/video/gj0Rz-uP4Mk/видео.html
Hello there, enjoyed your reaction and I hope to see some more, especially of Elvis songs. We Elvis fans are very particular with our suggestions. His music catalog has over 700 tunes and some of them were performed live on his many, many shows. Here are the links to some of his popular live videos. 1968 Comeback Special Trying To Get To You ruclips.net/video/KZ64T6gEdC4/видео.htmlsi=rUhkKlouqDTw5Fny If I Can Dream ruclips.net/video/u-pP_dCenJA/видео.htmlsi=wfStvAJUv06A2W3w Baby, What You Want me To Do ruclips.net/video/U_t20f4PiRM/видео.htmlsi=VRj3tz94TGtocb37 Lawdy Miss Clawdy ruclips.net/video/ALHWkx7J_lA/видео.htmlsi=ZaEsZQrW00DBEVgr Heartbreak Hotel ruclips.net/video/WYwMq1VPV7I/видео.htmlsi=7jUNiLGak8sI0jAp Early Vegas- That’s the Way it Is Suspicious Minds 1970 ruclips.net/video/T1g5tVGZhfk/видео.htmlsi=Mu5pYlKJj14ibzmH Polk Salad Annie ruclips.net/video/B4dXsDCHMgo/видео.htmlsi=OI-tx5xCqj5pJBqv Bridge Over Troubled Water ruclips.net/video/70dT1-WhBFM/видео.htmlsi=LzW33hBuuGs9OF86 Just Pretend ruclips.net/video/CuuaXIA4A-A/видео.htmlsi=zCG6KgK5zNwg4joi You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feeling ruclips.net/video/QTLjMiEJwq4/видео.htmlsi=Azi7-oHzaTQYaxIp Please note that Elvis always sang live and during studio recordings each song would be a complete take and not patch up together. He was an amazing vocalist and not only is he considered the King of Rock and Roll but he also ventured in different genres. Best of luck!
@@bwana-ma-coo-bah425 I’m not getting into semantics with you. Fell free to spend your precious time pestering Elvis and his fans instead of praising and enjoying your favorite singers.
Elvis didn't die ON the toilet, but a few feet in front of the toilet. The belief is that he got up to call for help from the toilet because he was having a heart attack from the strain of trying to go. Elvis was severelyconstipated from the combined use of uppers and downers. He had a lot of medical problems, some genetic, some from drug use, and general unhealthy lifestyle. He collapsed on the floor and ended up dying. He wasn't discovered for several hours, so it was too late by the time he was found.
Listen to Elvis. You gave me a mountain, dont cry, Daddy, My way . There was no song that Elvis recorded that he didn't make it his own and the artist who owned the songs that Elvis's cover said that they couldn't every do it as good as Elvis did. Because Elvis's poured his heart an soul into every song he sang. The one song that he wanted to recorded but never did get to do it was Dolly Parton, I'll always love you. Dolly what Elvis to recorded it but Elvis's managed and con man Parker what Dolly to sell the rights to this song to Parker. But Dolly stated that she wouldn't never sell the rights to any of her song but she was will to give Elvis credit for doing the song. Parker was not happy with this and said that unless Elvis own the rights that he would not let Elvis do the song. Which was a real shame as Elvis would have done great honor to I'll always love you.
You need to have a day of. Elvis then you will see how great an artist he was and why theres no other like him today. Dont interrupt him you will not get full meaning. Elvis came from a very poor back ground so he knew. Beautiful. Sad. Now you understand. He felt for whoever. No barriers. No racism.
@@bwana-ma-coo-bah425 maybe you shoukd watch , Elvis and the black community. Even this song was refused to be sung by other artist of that Era. He however had the bs to do it against advise. He took up for he's black back up singers when being put prejudicial situations. What you don't seem to understand is he grew up around poor black citizens. So, how much hate in your heart do you have to have towards white people to doubt what I said, to the point where you tried call ME out?
@@robinbeerman4726 Okay. Now this video you want me to watch, do the 3 or 4 black artists that met Elvis, are they 1. the black community? 2. do they speak for the black community? 3. do they speak about their own individual experiences when they met Elvis? Now, why did it take Elvis from 1954 to 1968 to use any black artist? Elvis was NOT! the only white boy to grow up around black people. Get over yourself. How did you deduce from my initial comment that I hate white people? And yes, I have and am calling you out. Do you know how I know? Because you won't be able to answer my questions.
Always always gave major respect to his mother and women in general. Because she was the only thing that stood between him and destruction in the ghetto. Elvis lived in the projects and as many of us know it's basically the ghetto. His daddy was a bit trashy in that he never supported the family. Went to prison for writing bad checks or something. For Elvis, his mother was the one holding it all together working crappy jobs. So he recognized that and couldn't give enough props to his mom.
The world should be improving every day getting better for every living person BUT all the one's in power seem to think otherwise , have for decades but it's all changing . Welcome to the GOLDEN AGE of humanity time to acend and take out the trash so we can start clean.🙏
It isn't stated anywhere, but I've always felt that the baby born at the end was the child of the one just shot down. Tragic either way. Elvis sang that song as if it was in the church: prayerful
With respect nobody is forced to do anything- especially things to your own & others’ detriment. Deprivation & poverty do contribute to crime but everyone has choice
If you like good aotobiographic lyrics, try Dolly Parton's life version of Coat of many colors. ❤ I like your reaction and your beautiful voice. Good luck with your channel. 👍🙋
So did my husband. After breakfast, he went in to take his shower and had a widow maker. He felt fine and then he died. I tried CPR, but it isn't like the movies or TV. I couldn't bring him back.
You need to listen A-LOT off Elvis Presley! He is magnificent! Sorry ! Better than rap. I can’t rap my head around Rap ! Sorry! I quite enjoy you right now ! You fell it!
A singer/ song writer by the name of Mac Davies wrote and preformed this song, Elvis meet with Mac and asked for permission to record this song. Mac gave his permission and Elvis's did this version of In the Ghetto and Mac Davies said that Elvis's made the song his. Mac also went on to write 2 more song for Elvis one beening Memories
Elvis was born into poverty. He was only 1 if 4 white families living in a prominently black neighborhood, during awful years of segregation. Elvis had a twin that died at birth and buried in a shoebox in an unmarked grave because they were so poor. His neighbors helped his family and he was a church goer. He NEVER forgot where he came from and he didnt see color. He saw human beings. Great reaction and please react to If I Can Dream in white suit from 68 Comeback Special.
He most certainly did see colour, he saw the struggle and stood by his people. He was the first artist to employ black musicians on his stage, and opened 3 revenue streams to pay black songwriters fairly. But if course Chuck D, Ray Charles & Quincey Jones wouldn't comment on that
AMEN 💙 TIMELESS
My parents grew up in the same southern ghetto towns as Elvis, poor sharecroppers.
Elvis is, was and always be the King. Love your reaction!
Elvis, One way or another inspired all music we have today. If you trace it all back, It was Elvis that did it all first. What M.J. Done was originally done by Elvis in the 50s. And throughout his career. As John Lennon said ''Before Elvis there was nothing''
Elvis was born into extreme poverty in Tupelo Mississippi. He was second born of twins His brother was stillborn. Seeking to pull his parents out of poverty he started singing in church at a very young age. His life became a true rags to riches story. To this day, doctors aren’t sure what caused his death because he had so many health issues , it yes he was on the toilet when his heart stopped.He was extremely talented becoming a legend overnight having five million dollars sellers in his first year.Loved by millions , he will never be forgotten.
The most charismatic singer entertainer and humanitarian ever ! No one today can match his brilliance. And no auto tunes & if there he wouldn't need t 💞
Love your beautiful reaction to Elvis singing In the Ghetto and I totally understand that you don't know what Elvis is,, he was born in the poorest part of the ghetto in Tupelo Ms and they had no running water or electricity, he never forgot where he came from and if you dig deeper in the Man himself , Then you will understand Why he is so Loved Around the World today 47 years later and he at least for me was not just the king of Rock , which he always said there is only one king , Jesus Christ, to me he was The Master of the stage ,must react to Elvis singing Just Pretend and If I Can Dream
Great reaction. TCB, 1935, and is that a UK accent, Elvis is forever and Always TCB 1935
This is the beautiful studio version of the song (a big international hit in 1969), dubbed over clips of Elvis performing it live in Las Vegas in 1970.
Now we'd love to see you react to that live Vegas performance, available right here on RUclips.
It's very popular for reactors to do because it's beloved by fans.
Nice, thoughtful reaction. More Elvis please. He was called The King for good reason. And still is.
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I L❤VE HIM FOREVER.
The vicious circle. You understand it very well!
You won't regret diving into his catalogue.
No auto tune, no pitch correction. He loved music and supported other artists. He said that there is room for everyone.
Another thing we love him are the stories about his generosity.
If you like to see him as an entertainer on stage you've got to watch 'Suspicious Minds' live 1970.
Great reaction! 💚☀️
Its not a circle...Its stupidity.. The condoms are FREE, but the things don't use them...SUFFER
Take an Elvis journey, son
You won't regret it.
Jailhouse Rock is a great start
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the circle of life. Elvis is a legend you need to go deeper into Elvis Music, Suspicious Minds Live in Vegas.
I found your channel on a REN fan site. Subscribed right away. Love to be living at a time when so many young artists truly appreciate music that has moved me for almost six decades. Yes I LIKE YOUR ENERGY! Headed to Spotify now so I can hear your music.
Big love! I appreciate this comment, crazy how my vid was on a Ren fan site
Loved this Elvis Reaction!!!! Do more Elvis and I’ll definitely sub!! ❤
where is Depper? Don't you also use his identity? Oh that's right Depper is dead!
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Thank you. Elvis sings all.different types of music. Thank you. You need to be sure the video has ended. Elvis has a performance at the closing.
Such a sad, sad song 😢. Apparently 'and his mama cried' was added by Elvis. Brilliant analysis from you btw
He was born in one, in 1935 during the great depression, He gave to Everybody he was a generous humanitarian. He grew up with black people went to a black church and loved black gospel. I was 12 in 1956 when he hit it big. It was segregated country then. White stations would not play black artist till Elvis brought black artist and their music mainstream. He was given a lot of back lash for his association with blacks. You need to see his tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King jr. civil rights leader who died 8 miles from his home in Memphis. See "If I Can Dream" from his 1968 Comeback special on NBC. Thanks you for this great reaction. Be Blessed
Elvis Presley was iconic. Superb singer/songwriter. His voice was so beautiful to listen to. 'In the Ghetto' was a perfect song from him. He knew well of the place well. He was very rich but spent a fortune for himself. Very sad, but he still was an exceptional singer with good looks too!! 💝💝💝💝💝
Like many other famous singers, Elvis was not a songwriter. It's true Elvis was a big spender but his generosity is legendary. He gave away millions and millions of dollars to the less fortunate, and he was the soul provider of many poor family members in addition to his many employees and friends.
I just subscribed. This is the first video of yours that I’ve seen and I like that you gave a thoughtful reaction.
I think you should go down
In the Elvis rabbit hole, he is not only in five different Hall of Fame musically but he has sold over 1 billion records worldwide can you please play American trilogy 1973 aloha from Hawaii by Elvis great reaction Roy
Hello Creeaction, This is my first time sitting in with you today, thank you for allowing me to do that! I enjoyed the time I spent here and your reaction to Elvis's "In the Ghetto". I subscribed to your channel and left a like for you while I was here. Great reaction young man!
I sub for your Elvis reaction ❤
Please more Elvis I just subscribed he sang all genre of music very beautiful inside & out just and a great humanitarian loved all people!
Love Elvis..❤
I would sub for any genuine Elvis reactions. To truly understand Elvis you need to look at where he was from. Elvis had a hell of a life for a man who died at 42 years old.
He influenced the WORLD, he influence culture, he smashed doors down for Black artist's and barriers of racial segregation. His heart and generosity matched his beautiful soulful voice and his stunning good looks. He had it all, and he was ridiculed at the end when he was very sick. He knew poverty, he knew the cycle of crime, he gave most of his money and jewellery away. There are a lot of recommendations to make where Elvis is concerned.
Go back to the start with an Elvis dive and clear your mind of everything you have heard about him. Elvis was a different himan being. Listen to his actions louder than his critics and when you hear him speak youll know what to believe as true. He's had so much bad press from like 4 people ruining his good reputation. This man changed countless lives, his money even eradicated Polio, he paid medical bills for another artist he respected, and it continued after Elvis died.
Elvis is a legend, his heart is why he is still remembered wirh love nearly 50 years later. Forget the ex wife and stupid rumours about teen girls, as a man born jn 1930s racist America, he was very progressive.
Beautiful man. Long live the King ❤
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Well said 👏 sick of people defaming him 🥰💯💥💫💞🇮🇪☘️
Now tell me, how did Elvis as you clearly state. break down barriers for racial segregation? This should be an interesting read.
@@bwana-ma-coo-bah425 I'm sure you're bright enough to Google it for yourself. It's simple to do. Troll
This was a very intuitive reaction. You totally got it & that’s exactly what Elvis was trying to convey in his message. He did this song well over 50 years ago when other entertainers were afraid to touch it because of its powerful implications. Elvis was told not to do it because it could potentially ruin his career. Being born into extreme poverty himself in Tupelo, Mississippi, Elvis knew first hand what growing up in a ghetto like atmosphere was like & felt like it was a story that needed to be told & he needed to do it. After all of the fame & fortune Elvis received, he never forgot where he came from & tried to help people until the day he died. He was a very special soul. 🖤🎶🖤
The girls in the back are BLAZING GOOD.....
Elvis Presley, despite being the premier entertainer in the world, was VERY socially conscious. Over the course of his 20 year career, he helped raise millions of dollars for charities (in today's money), and gave away tens of millions of dollars of his own money. He very publicly stood against racial discrimination at a time when it could have destroyed his career. This song is very representative - his manager and his record label both warned him against recording/releasing this song, and Elvis basically told them to STFU. To learn more about Elvis, you would benefit by watching "Elvis and the Black Community" parts 1 and 2. I hope you will look more deeply into this man's life and music - you will come to love Elvis as we do.
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Great song and performance 🎶💙🎵
The mic was small because that's what mics looked like in 1969, The sad thing is that although this was released 55 years ago, the problem not only still remains, but is even worse since guns have become readily available.
Guns were just as available back then as now. The problem is the absence of fathers. You will notice in the song the father is not mentioned just the mother.
Subbed for more Elvis! Keep going down the Elvis rabbit hole...... You have not seen power yet!
he definitely had something to say here...still pertinent today
the songwriter did.
He was known as the King of Rock and Roll ❤
Loved your reaction! ❤ New sub!
Such a powerful lyric: "... or he's going to be an angry young man someday ..."
As to what genre ... well, Elvis is his OWN genre!
Elvis was his own genre. He often blended Gospel, country, R&B and/or rick and roll into one song. He's in 5 different music Halls Of Fame for a reason.
The song was written by Mac Davis who later became a popular musician himself. It was written because of a kid he went to school with. Elvis lived that life so he was the perfect person to sing it.
John Lennon said, "before Elvis there was nothing". He broke it all open. He pulled a lot of the black performers out of the shadows. He knew exactly who he was and the voices that came before him.
it was written by Mac Davis who is a country singer songwriter for Elvis to record and Elvis is (country= rythem and blues = rock & roll - pop= gospel) he is every one of those Hall Of Fames--no one else is . another good song from Elvis's 1968 comeback special recorded in the White Suit is (IF I CAN DREAM) which is a tribute to MLK after he was assinated
Ahhh ok thank you for the context
Not exactly, he offered it first to Sammy Davis Jr., who said "I can't sing this, my life was privileged but Elvis grew up like this". That's how Elvis got the song.
Do you like mac's song
Hard to Be Humble? It's good fun! ☮️
@@theapavlou3030- Exactly! Sammy knew who could understand and give power and understanding to the song because Elvis lived it!
The Elvis rabbit hole is deep & fabulous! His fans will be there to guide you if you want to learn about this great man. He could sing anything. Got Grammys for Gospel. His background vocalists & band were the best! He never wrote songs but he mostly did the arrangements of his covers. If you are a musician then I think you'll really enjoy Elvis!
Elvis is using the Electro-Voice RE-15 mic
Mac Davis wrote the song, but Elvis added the haunting words, "and his mama cried." Mac loved it. We did, too. It was one of Elvis' greatest hits. His fan then, now and forever.
Mac Davis wrote this song.. but Elvis sang it from the heart. I've given birth to 2 sons and raised 24/7 3 step children.. I can't imagine the pain of losing a child.. I can't.. I'm blessed that they are all still here from 37 to 24.. I lost my nephew when I was 15 and he was 15 months ... the pain of that still is here with me today 42 yrs later..
An absolute classic
Always always do the live version of Elvis songs if possible..you won't be disappointed.😁
The microphone is just the style of the day. Nothing more than that...They may still be available on the market...
Enjoyed seeing a thoughtful reaction from an articulate young man.. Subbed to follow your Elvis journey. Suggestions- If I Can Dream (white suit) 1968 Comeback Special, Suspicious Minds live in Vegas 1970,. Also American Trilogy and What Now My Love from Aloha from Hawaii concert.
This is true Elvis this song came from the heart. He was kind sympathetic and generous. Love your reaction. Unfortunately, this was a redone version and they left out the end with back up singers where he ends the song very dramatic. For me when they add pictures is distracting to the whole performance. I just want to see his full performance live. I hope you continue to do Elvis. He sang many genres. His voice is iconic and his charisma on stage was amazing. Check out If I can Dream.white suit from 1968 comeback special. In the words of Little Richard’s song “Give me the old time Rock and Roll”💕
So beautiful!
Elvis lived in the Southern Ghetto in Clarksdale Mississippi 😢
Tupelo
He was the King in the sixties ,he is the King now .He will always be the King .
You should listen to the version, his late daughter Lisa Marie did with this recording. It turned out beautiful. I've been listening to Elvis for 55 years. He had multiple health issues. He also had Doctors that over wrote RXs for him and "friends" that worked for him that kept giving him medication. None of the medication he was on was illegal. No one did anything to stop him or get him help. Yes, it was considered Country and Soft Rock.
Most important is when Elvis speaks of the boy needing help to not grow up to angry and what responsibility do we (as society) have to accept do to either willful ignorance of the situation or deliberately turning away from the need.
Well said and well done. ❤❤
This was 1970 in Las Vegas. Microphones weren’t shaped like they are today.
1969. Nothing has changed. We should have heeded his words.
The mic is small because they were made that way in 1970.
Elvis had a big influence on rock and roll, originally considered "race music,"a taboo artform. It was only played on the few Black radio stations in the country. Elvis was instrumental in making it mainstream. You might want to watch Elvis sing Jailhouse rock when he was young. ruclips.net/video/gj0Rz-uP4Mk/видео.html
Hello there, enjoyed your reaction and I hope to see some more, especially of Elvis songs.
We Elvis fans are very particular with our suggestions. His music catalog has over 700 tunes and some of them were performed live on his many, many shows. Here are the links to some of his popular live videos.
1968 Comeback Special
Trying To Get To You
ruclips.net/video/KZ64T6gEdC4/видео.htmlsi=rUhkKlouqDTw5Fny
If I Can Dream
ruclips.net/video/u-pP_dCenJA/видео.htmlsi=wfStvAJUv06A2W3w
Baby, What You Want me To Do
ruclips.net/video/U_t20f4PiRM/видео.htmlsi=VRj3tz94TGtocb37
Lawdy Miss Clawdy
ruclips.net/video/ALHWkx7J_lA/видео.htmlsi=ZaEsZQrW00DBEVgr
Heartbreak Hotel
ruclips.net/video/WYwMq1VPV7I/видео.htmlsi=7jUNiLGak8sI0jAp
Early Vegas- That’s the Way it Is
Suspicious Minds 1970
ruclips.net/video/T1g5tVGZhfk/видео.htmlsi=Mu5pYlKJj14ibzmH
Polk Salad Annie
ruclips.net/video/B4dXsDCHMgo/видео.htmlsi=OI-tx5xCqj5pJBqv
Bridge Over Troubled Water
ruclips.net/video/70dT1-WhBFM/видео.htmlsi=LzW33hBuuGs9OF86
Just Pretend
ruclips.net/video/CuuaXIA4A-A/видео.htmlsi=zCG6KgK5zNwg4joi
You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feeling
ruclips.net/video/QTLjMiEJwq4/видео.htmlsi=Azi7-oHzaTQYaxIp
Please note that Elvis always sang live and during studio recordings each song would be a complete take and not patch up together. He was an amazing vocalist and not only is he considered the King of Rock and Roll but he also ventured in different genres.
Best of luck!
And every song he played live, he mixed it up and made it different EVERY time ❤
are they Elvis songs, or just songs Elvis sang?
@@bwana-ma-coo-bah425 I say they are Elvis’s songs just like I say they are Whitney’s or Aretha’s.
@@Carol0000P Then you are wrong on all accounts. the songs belong to the songwriters.
@@bwana-ma-coo-bah425 I’m not getting into semantics with you. Fell free to spend your precious time pestering Elvis and his fans instead of praising and enjoying your favorite singers.
Please look at Elvis and the Black Community parts 1 & 2. ❤❤❤❤
why?
If you look up the year this came out.....Elvis took a very big chance he could of gotten hurt... I'm sure a lot of people didn't like this....
If you are interested in knowing more about Elvis the man, I would highly recommend you watch Elvis and the Black Community. Hello from Australia.💕🇦🇺
Elvis didn't die ON the toilet, but a few feet in front of the toilet. The belief is that he got up to call for help from the toilet because he was having a heart attack from the strain of trying to go. Elvis was severelyconstipated from the combined use of uppers and downers. He had a lot of medical problems, some genetic, some from drug use, and general unhealthy lifestyle. He collapsed on the floor and ended up dying. He wasn't discovered for several hours, so it was too late by the time he was found.
Listen to Elvis. You gave me a mountain, dont cry, Daddy, My way .
There was no song that Elvis recorded that he didn't make it his own and the artist who owned the songs that Elvis's cover said that they couldn't every do it as good as Elvis did. Because Elvis's poured his heart an soul into every song he sang.
The one song that he wanted to recorded but never did get to do it was Dolly Parton, I'll always love you. Dolly what Elvis to recorded it but Elvis's managed and con man Parker what Dolly to sell the rights to this song to Parker. But Dolly stated that she wouldn't never sell the rights to any of her song but she was will to give Elvis credit for doing the song. Parker was not happy with this and said that unless Elvis own the rights that he would not let Elvis do the song. Which was a real shame as Elvis would have done great honor to I'll always love you.
You need to have a day of. Elvis then you will see how great an artist he was and why theres no other like him today. Dont interrupt him you will not get full meaning. Elvis came from a very poor back ground so he knew. Beautiful. Sad. Now you understand. He felt for whoever. No barriers. No racism.
No it is classic and soft rock. Try suspicious minds and bridge over troubled water. Very different songs, shows his versatility.
Elvis was an advocate for the black community. Yes, he lived in a ghetto. He was the king of rock? Wow, you haven't heard that.
And what did Elvis do to be an advocate for the black community? Spell it out for me.
@@bwana-ma-coo-bah425 maybe you shoukd watch , Elvis and the black community. Even this song was refused to be sung by other artist of that Era. He however had the bs to do it against advise. He took up for he's black back up singers when being put prejudicial situations. What you don't seem to understand is he grew up around poor black citizens. So, how much hate in your heart do you have to have towards white people to doubt what I said, to the point where you tried call ME out?
@@robinbeerman4726 Okay. Now this video you want me to watch, do the 3 or 4 black artists that met Elvis, are they
1. the black community?
2. do they speak for the black community?
3. do they speak about their own individual experiences when they met Elvis?
Now, why did it take Elvis from 1954 to 1968 to use any black artist?
Elvis was NOT! the only white boy to grow up around black people. Get over yourself. How did you deduce from my initial comment that I hate white people? And yes, I have and am calling you out. Do you know how I know? Because you won't be able to answer my questions.
Elvis was born dirt poor as the 2nd of twins in a Tupelo Mississippi. His brother was stillborn
Always always gave major respect to his mother and women in general. Because she was the only thing that stood between him and destruction in the ghetto. Elvis lived in the projects and as many of us know it's basically the ghetto. His daddy was a bit trashy in that he never supported the family. Went to prison for writing bad checks or something. For Elvis, his mother was the one holding it all together working crappy jobs. So he recognized that and couldn't give enough props to his mom.
I would say Soul music!
The world should be improving every day getting better for every living person BUT all the one's in power seem to think otherwise , have for decades but it's all changing . Welcome to the GOLDEN AGE of humanity time to acend and take out the trash so we can start clean.🙏
Elvis didnt write it but he was dirt poor and grew up in black neighborhoods in tupelo
Did you notice there was no mention of race? Any child in any ghetto lived this cycle.
the song writer did not.
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It isn't stated anywhere, but I've always felt that the baby born at the end was the child of the one just shot down. Tragic either way. Elvis sang that song as if it was in the church: prayerful
Robert Shaw
With respect nobody is forced to do anything- especially things to your own & others’ detriment. Deprivation & poverty do contribute to crime but everyone has choice
Walk a mile in their shoes before you comment.❤
He is awesome or was I mean
He still is.❤
Backed by Whitney Houston's Mama, Cissy
was not.
He never mentions color in this song…
the song writer did not.
If you like good aotobiographic lyrics, try Dolly Parton's life version of Coat of many colors. ❤ I like your reaction and your beautiful voice. Good luck with your channel. 👍🙋
Seriously,He Died On The Bathroom Floor.
So did my husband. After breakfast, he went in to take his shower and had a widow maker. He felt fine and then he died. I tried CPR, but it isn't like the movies or TV. I couldn't bring him back.
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Think… deeply think how this cycle can be changed. Destroying the little baby isn’t the answer.
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You need to listen A-LOT off Elvis Presley! He is magnificent! Sorry ! Better than rap. I can’t rap my head around Rap ! Sorry! I quite enjoy you right now ! You fell it!
The mic???wuts wrong wid da mic???
We all will die in bed toilet so mean even to repeat such nonsense
Elvis was poor.
A singer/ song writer by the name of Mac Davies wrote and preformed this song, Elvis meet with Mac and asked for permission to record this song. Mac gave his permission and Elvis's did this version of In the Ghetto and Mac Davies said that Elvis's made the song his. Mac also went on to write 2 more song for Elvis one beening Memories