Elvis - 'If I Can Dream' Reaction! He Croons His Way to a Message That Resonates Today! Great Job!

Let's have some fun together and join our Facebook group This Is It Media by clicking the link groups/69818...
Join our Inner Circle on Patreon by clicking the link www.patreon.com/ThisIsItReact...
"If I Can Dream" is a song made famous by Elvis Presley, recorded in 1968. Written by Walter Earl Brown, the song reflects hope and a longing for a better world, influenced by the assassinations of Martin Luther King Jr. and Robert F. Kennedy earlier that year.
Background and Significance: The song was a notable departure from Elvis's typical musical style, embodying a deeper and more poignant message about racial equality and social justice. It was inspired by Elvis's admiration for Martin Luther King Jr., with lyrics that echo King's "I Have a Dream" speech.

[@thisisitreactions]

Let's have some fun together and join our Facebook group This Is It Media by clicking the link facebook.com/groups/698184405814607/?ref=share

[@debramason4055]

Elvis was not racist at all!!! He grew up in poverty when he was young. He loved all humans. Elvis forever and always ❤❤❤❤❤🙏

[@christopherking4932]

The fact people think that of him is why evil will always win no matter what/ because the innocent is always the fallen.

[@erikahutchcraft1742]

Poverty in a black ghetto

[@mimi-422]

SORRY BUT EVIL DOES NOT WIN!!​@@christopherking4932

[@garylee3685]

He loved African American music pre-fame.

[@mikemaricle9941]

They need to watch "Elvis, And The Black Community."

[@betsyjonex9364]

Elvis was born 1935, he was so poor, his dad went to prison for altering a check, he was raised in a black neighborhood, sang in a black church while in high school. He loved black artist and hung outside the club's on Beale street . He helped artist like James Brown and Jackie Wilson even paid Jackies medical bills before he died. He loved people and was a generous humanitarian. Thanks for your reaction.

[@JamesJohnson-ig6of]

This song was written for ELVIS after the previous assassination of Dr. Martin Luther king in his hometown of Memphis just a couple months prior as a "Tribute" to him. Plus Robert Kennedy's assassination as well. Members of his entourage said right after this song finished ELVIS came backstage and wept bitterly, saying he had loved Dr. King for all the wonderful things he already was doing to address all the racism and hate that comes along with segregation. Because of ELVIS wanting this song as his NBC Television Special closer, his manager said absolutely not, nothing that will bring controversy! In the end, ELVIS got his way, and boy oh boy am I ever glad he did!! "An anthem for the World!"

[@carolhayar3037]

Thank you for mentioning Kennedy.

[@bwana-ma-coo-bah425]

you omitted the Vietnam war, why?

[@Mariethename99]

A lot of things happened in that era. Vietnam war was a big part of the 60s and 70s. Elvis wore the blood red ascot tie in the song as a tribute for those soldiers.

[@carolhayar3037]

@@Mariethename99 Yes a lot happened at that time, other assassinations, too -- & the reason for the red scarf as I mentioned above. On the other side of the coin & in stark contrast at that time was Woodstock, free love, pot, bra-burning & mini-skirts; & bright psychedelic colored clothing (totally opposite of the dark days we were in).

[@josephjackson4283]

He sung tht song becaused he was devastated over the death of Dr Martin Luther King jr .

[@1980bwc]

And Bobby Kennedy.

[@Jimihendrix1834]

And JFK still in his mind in that decade,Rev. MLK, Bobby Kennedy, still in his mind the monk that lit himself on fire against the war then in Vietnam the students killed, race riots, 6 day war in Israel the apple of Gods’ eye. People truly were looking for that “Beakening Candle’.

[@matthewnelson7531]

“ Elvis and the Black community” is a great documentary ❤️👍

[@peggygoddard8038]

Its a musy see for sure!

[@elvistattoo1964]

I absolutely love it when people realize that Elvis was so much more than Hound Dog and Jailhouse Rock. Elvis was a serious artist, a charismatic entertainer and he possessed a deep appreciation for his fans. Elvis never disappoints ❤

[@jamessantagati4999]

He loved gospel music more than he loved rock and roll. He recorded several gospel albums. Rock and roll was his bread and butter but gospel was his true love. You can feel it in this song.

[@mysticalbuttmonkeys4058]

And his only 3 Grammys all came from gospel albums

[@keithroberts4952]

He won grammys during his lifetime in the gospel category nit in rock. Amazing!

[@wheredidthetimego8087]

Elvis and the black community is pretty good to watch.

[@bwana-ma-coo-bah425]

why? I have seen it. All it is about a few black artists that met Elvis. A few black artists don't speak for the black community, they speak of their own individual experiences and in NO! way speak for the black community.

[@grahammalcolm7130]

​@@bwana-ma-coo-bah425it's Mr Troll back

[@bwana-ma-coo-bah425]

@@grahammalcolm7130 Ah it's you, Graham Malcolm. Welcome back, now I get to ask you again the impossible question again that you can't answer and I get to make a fool out of you AGAIN!!!!!. I hope you are sitting down. Now tell me, why is it okay why you target me as a troll, but NEVER! call same people who make the same mundane boring same comments about Elvis on Elvis reactions? Is it because they make comments you want other people to see and you want to hide my comments from people to hide the truth about Elvis? This morning when I woke up, free speech had not been taken away from me and guess what, I don't even live in a communist world, one you wish I did live in. So will you be able to answer my question, or, will you live with the fact that I have single handily embarrassed you AGAIN!

[@cesarebonventre12]

@@bwana-ma-coo-bah425You still in denial?🤣🤣🤣Oh Gosh..smell so much jealousy there

[@bwana-ma-coo-bah425]

@@cesarebonventre12 denial of what? jealous of who?

[@Coolrockndad]

Elvis's tribute to MLK.

[@robertgalloup6171]

And Bobby Kennedy

[@Coolrockndad]

@@robertgalloup6171 The title is all MLK. ..... Bobby Kennedy put the FBI on MLK so "F" Bobby Kennedy.

[@miriammorgan1140]

Elvis was fundamentally a gospel singer. A beautiful man.

[@dracula7644]

This song was a dedication to Martin Luther King.

[@carolhayar3037]

This song also encompassed the assassination of Robert Kennedy after he & Steve Binder saw the TV news that he had just been assassinated.

[@PrinceofPain-wv1lo]

Unfortunately..mlk was a communist

[@PrinceofPain-wv1lo]

The whole movement was..It was really a small hat movement, to push the whites out of the cities & replace them with middle east people's & Asian people's

[@dracula7644]

@@PrinceofPain-wv1lo And

[@PrinceofPain-wv1lo]

@@dracula7644 A communist means he was a puppet of the tribe

[@cwlindsey2881]

Elvis is so much more than what most people realize… enjoy the real discovery of this man! 👑⚡️

[@TheDivayenta]

I think you would like his “ In the Ghetto” and the doc “ Elvis and the Black Community”. It’s pretty powerful stuff!

[@pauldark3044]

He is the King for a reason!

[@bella-xp7qd]

This was the last song of his tv special. They wanted him to do a Xmas song he said no, this was the one he was singing.

[@denisetowe895]

This was written and sung in response to the news that Martin Luther King had been killed. Love this song❣️

[@carolhayar3037]

And for the assassination of Robert Kennedy which Elvis & Steve Binder saw on the TV news when it happened.

[@carolhayar3037]

@denisetowe895 This song also encompassed the assassination of Robert Kennedy after he & Steve Binder saw the TV news that he had just been assassinated.

[@GS-xt8fu]

68 comeback tour..”Trying to get to you”. Just him on stage with a guitar no autotune..shows why everyone love him.

[@Belluser-we1uc5cb2l]

NOBODY LIKE ELVIS❤ Take us to church.

[@rosemarywatson1231]

A very inspirational song. I think he really believed what he was singing.

[@patticriss2238]

Elvis didn’t choose a lot of “message” songs. He loved the art of entertainment. He loved being ELVIS. He loved the shaking and stuff, but he really could sing.

[@snakeinthegrass7443]

I think several of his Gospel songs had messages in them.

[@kellymcquay2626]

He did when he made his comeback

[@bwana-ma-coo-bah425]

Apart from a handful of songs Elvis didn't chose the songs, the colonel did.

[@patticriss2238]

@@bwana-ma-coo-bah425that is untrue. I was alive in that time. The colonel never picked songs. In his last interview he wasn’t even sure he could name one. That was not his part. Elvis chose every single song.

[@patticriss2238]

@@snakeinthegrass7443all Gospel songs have a message.

[@terryconnelly484]

Elvis was in the black church chorus.He knew how to get down as a teenager.That's where he got it from

[@Robin.2226]

Nonsense

[@terryconnelly484]

​@Robin.2226 no history do your research fool

[@terryconnelly484]

@Robin.2226 No, it is fact , pitiful that you don't know the history And Say nonsense nonetheless.Look it up if you can read

[@kristilouque8412]

Elvis was full of soul. He loved gospel, and if you watch his noncommercial stuff, you’ll understand who he was…a great man who stood up for what was right during the civil rights era. It hurts my heart when people spread rumors about him being racist. He was anything but that.❤️

[@JoAnnKlingaman-iu4lm]

The most charismatic singer entertainer and humanitarian ever ! No one today can match his brilliance 💕

[@kangaroojack7678]

Elvis has more gold platinum double platinum albums more then any one in history Michael Jackson does not crack top 5 Paul McCartney said it best when he toured Graceland he said that Elvis had more albums then the Beatles put together Michael jacksiycoykd never sing soul country blue grass pop rock better then Elvis hell no he touched my Mexican heart

[@bellabana]

Sir Tom Jones was a better singer than Elvis, Tom’s power, range, tone & emotion was second to none. Even Elvis said that Tom Jones had the best voice he’d ever heard. Americans only think of American singers & ignore singers from other countries. Tom is in his 80’s now and still has an amazing voice & is still selling out concerts.

[@kangaroojack7678]

@@bellabana give facts your opinion means nothing to me u I don’t thick sir Tom has much gold platinum records like Elvis nice try u can actually find info on Elvis selling more records and concerts in Wikipedia

[@carriemichelle322]

I was so happy when I saw you were reacting to Elvis....If I Can Dream. Unfortunately, back in the day someone spread some horrible rumors about this man, which were NOT true. It was investigated and an article was written in the paper. However, the deed was already done and Elvis gets a bad rap. He was born into such poverty and he was only 1 of 4 white families living in a predominantly black neighborhood in awful times of segregation. His neighbors helped his family. His childhood friends were black. He grew up in the black churches. He didn't see "color" he saw human beings! He Never forget where he came from and opened the door for many artists. I soooo appreciate you guys for being open minded. Elvis's catalog was around 768 songs. Lol This was sang on NBC right after the assassination of MLK and Kennedy. Such a beautiful message to the world. We need it even today! Elvis and the Black Community, King of Kindness are great videos to react to... God bless TCB ⚡👑😎❤

[@jimmi-annmuse6818]

Elvis only sang this song this one time. He was so emotional afterwards he hit the floor and cried. He poured his heart and soul into every song he sang. A suggestion: In the Ghetto.

[@JonGowen]

He wanted to do this song after MLK Jr and then Bobby Kennedy was shot, and he stayed all night in the studio, by himself to song the track

[@JonGowen]

*sing

[@carolhayar3037]

Thanks for mentioning Robert Kennedy.

[@kathiek4239]

The “comeback” special was to relaunch his music career after so many years doing goofy movies that he hated but his manager strong-armed him into doing ($$). He wanted to do music. For all his flaws (perceived and real) he was a very spiritual, socially-conscious, generous man. He grew up dirt poor and never forgot it. He was well known to buy people cars & houses (his house-keeper, for example), He treated everyone with respect. Like many incredibly famous people, his life was ruined by drugs. This is one of my favorite Elvis songs. He has a few gospel albums out there, if you’re interested. Do I know a lot about Elvis? Yes. Apparently I’ve loved Elvis since I was a toddler. ❤

[@simple1me302]

This is singing with emotion. The king of rock and roll.

[@user-gz5xt1lj4t]

Loved it, you would also like "Walk a Mile in My Shoes" Vegas 1970. He was beyond poor as a child in the 30's, his mother picked cotton and took care of 3 year old Elvis in Mississippi while his father was in prison for altering a check. He said, had it not been for his generous black neighbors giving them vegetables from their gardens, he and his mom would have starved to death. He was one of the greatest humanitarians of all time. See "Elvis Presley King of Kindness". He not only pulled himself out of poverty he bought the Graceland estate with the 14 acre grounds and put homes, not only for his parents, but his grandma, all his aunts, uncles and cousins. He gave them jobs. paid for the education, their medical bills, but paid all their expenses. He almost gave away more than he made. Thank you

[@boosuedon]

MLK was assassinated in late April, Robert Kennedy was assassinated in early June and this TV show was recorded in late June of 1968. This is the closest that Elvis ever came to making a political statement against his managers objections. There really is a lot to unpack about the history of this song and how Elvis fought to include it into the 1968 special. It is worthy of a little of your time to explore so you can further understand the depth of Presleys character.

[@cindyphifer970]

The Colonel didn't want him to do this song and Elvis didn't listen to him

[@royalway12]

Elvis has an extensive gospel collection.

[@johncox5274]

some of his best work in that style

[@KidBklyn]

Elvis could sing anything and everything with emotion, heart and soul. His favorite was Godpel, which he won a number of grammies. I don't know why he didn't receive a Grammy for 'If I Can Dream'. Blows my mind

[@Jeri_C11]

He lived in a mostly black neighborhood of abject poverty when he was young. Plus he sang in a black choir in church. In the Ghetto is a great reaction song. It’s bought more than one person who relates to tears. This was because he was devastated about MLK & Robert Kennedy’s assassinations. MKK was killed in Memphis where he lived. He loved all he was doing but very peacefully. This was from 68 Special. He could recite most of MLK’s speech by heart. ❤❤❤You should watch the short documentary” Elvis and the Black Community, part. One. The echoes of will never die”. Thank you guys. His catalog is over 800 songs and as people dig deeper into his music and talent, they are so surprised. God bless. ❤❤❤😊😊

[@marciaduffy1864]

You should react to Elvis and the black community part 1 and 2. This really shows his life story that wasn't in the movie.

[@bwana-ma-coo-bah425]

how many black artist in those videos speak for the black community?

[@ornellabarbaro3861]

@@bwana-ma-coo-bah425 Troll is back !!! 😂😂😂😂

[@andreaschadeck5596]

I think Elvis had a deep love for people. He grew up in poverty and became the true American Dream story. He never forgot his roots, maintained his home place in Memphis, and a deep appreciation for the black artists that he grew up around. The turmoil of the 1960’s must have been crazy to live through. He had a platform and he decided to use it to perform this song for MLK and RFK. He didn’t have tons of money when he died, everybody close to him said he was always giving it away. Even to strangers on the street. Enjoyed your video ❤

[@diannekelly9942]

In the ghetto and bridge over troubled water and so many gospels ❤️

[@brianbrooks-in5yy]

In Elvis's time he was more famous than the Pope. He's the king!

[@chriswinslow1651]

I have seen and listened to this I can’t count how many times and it never gets old. Have loved Elvis forever. No one like him.

[@A.P087]

Elvis' music is a world that needs to be explored. This is just an example. Funny he never sang this song again...a shame. Elvis had so much passion and soul and he put them in every song. God bless him, his tremendous talent and his generous spirit. ❤

[@jemmajames6719]

Love Elvis and this is one of my favourites!

[@loisrogers9042]

When I was a kid we had an Elvis album that was all hymns. I think it was "How Great Thou Art".

[@cathybrookeburt2616]

Elvis has also done many gospel albums. He started in a black church.

[@in8hope617]

There was a song that he sang that will tug on your heart-strings. "In the Ghetto" It is a song about so many kids/families in this country, no matter what ethnicity, so many people struggle with poverty. It is a really great song, and says a lot. Elvis was a poor kid growing up. He knows.

[@UnCustomMary_Luke10]

This song was written for Elvis and his response to Dr, Martin Luther Kings "Ï Have A Dream" speech to show Elvis Full support, He grew up dirt poor among black families, sang in their churches every Sunday with his mother and told the world black singers were his teachers and inspiration. He didn't have a single prejudiced bone in his body. His back up singers were black, called the Sweet Inspirations.I can't remember where this happened, but he was about to do a sold out concert in an arena and got a call, They told him they were excited he was due to preform but, they asked him to leave the Sweet Inspirations behind. He responded saying, " If they aren't welcome, neither am I "and he hung up. They called back a few minutes later and begrudgingly agreed. But that's not all. When he showed up they had a convertible limo waiting for him to circle the arena to introduce him. Elvis had the Sweet Inspirations get in the same convertible limo type car with him and did the arena circle showing them off with love. He said we are family, a team, They go where I go or I don't show up. Sissy Houston, Whitney Houstons' mom was one of them. She told this story as did the other ladies during interviews. I am sure you could find them on YT as well as tons of similar stories regarding Elvis. He was a man with a loving heart who worshiped Jesus in public through his gospel music he learned in those Sunday services.

[@patticriss2238]

I see Elvis this way; his career was mapped by his personal life. He was very emotional and very expressive. 1955,56,57, he was young and on fire to DO something. BE something. He was putting it together. Late 50’s to ‘73 were his family man years (as much as he could), and getting more serious and exploring his talent. 1970 on, he KNEW who he was, what he had accomplished, no matter what anyone thought of him, he knew who he was. 1976 and ‘77 were his waning year, at 42. He was tired and lonely and out of dreams. A single father who didn’t know who he was anymore. He was around so long and #1 for so long that he became part of our families. We loved him. We watched his whole life. I’ll always miss him. He was not a saint or a god. Just a really cool Guy who changed the world. You couldn’t beg, borrow or steal what Elvis had. You don’t stay at the top as long as he did by being an untalented hack. He was the hardest working man in show business. And while all those wonderful black artists were starting g the movement, no one would have heard them for 20 more years without Elvis opening that door. Either way, he was ELVIS.

[@davidgibbs7232]

Calling Elvis the King of rock n roll demeans the guys talent .He was so much more than rock n roll as this song shows.This was in my opinion the greatest performance Elvis ever gave which means in effect it is the greatest performance ever of anyone.No one did it better than this.👑👑👑👑👑👑

[@Wildlife_SA.]

Elvis brought me to your channel. Amazing man and talent. He is still loved worldwide and will never be forgotten. More Elvis please.🥇🇿🇦

[@johnathanstruble1064]

32 #1 hits, and the only Grammys he was awarded for his Gospel Songs. Hmmm?...✌️⭐

[@oldscool65]

Elvis grew up in dirt poor rural Mississippi with my folks, sharecroppers , then driving a truck, then relocating to Memphis, while my parents went west, California and eventually ending up in Oregon where I was born.

[@MsRhodeman]

A lot of people underestimate Elvis Presley as a performer because he is the whole complete package... I would start with those other titles that I gave you that will start back at the very beginning and that will lay the groundwork for anything else that you watch about him.. I would dig, dig, and dig some more until you find everything that you can possibly listen to or watch or hear about this man. I promise you to come away with a whole new feeling about Elvis Presley.... You need to watch his whole 68 comeback special in Las Vegas at the hotel and you will see what kind of a performer he is and why everyone loves him so much... He gives 100% and leaves the rest out on the floor when he's done. He is so misjudged and underestimated as a performer and as a human being until you really start digging into him and listening to everything you can find. And yes he had his problems and made his huge mistakes which come out in a lot of his songs once you get to know... Also pull up Long Black limousine as he sings the song and it's actually his funeral procession it shows just how people loved him...

[@mzblue7214]

This "supernatural" man is the GOAT!!! He dominates in every genre of music STILL! There will never be another...

[@RicoMusap-te3om]

If you appreciate Elvis you will get his blessing!!!

[@agoraphobicadam1171]

I grew up on Elvis tunes when I was a little boy and I liked his classic rock n roll songs when I was youngster and when I got older I came across Elvis singing Gospel songs and was blown away just how good he was. My favorite is Peace In The Valley and Take My Hand Precious Lord.

[@katemaloney4296]

Without Elvis, there would be no Arizona Memorial. Bless his soul. 🇺🇸 ❤ BTW, the ONLY Grammy Elvis ever received was for his gispel album.

[@tlbeman]

Not many people know about that concert he did for the Arizona memorial. I grew up as an Elvis fan, but during his lifetime, the only charitable donations by him that I ever heard about were during the Jerry Lewis MS telethon broadcasts . I think it was always for $5000. They would announce it as, ‘From the Colonel and Elvis..’ That announcement had to be from Parker. Elvis did so many charitable, or private gifts , but never made them public. He received 3 Grammy awards for his gospel music.

[@neonknees]

This song is his tribute to Martin Luther King jr.......

[@carolhayar3037]

It also involved the assassination of Robert Kennedy which Elvis along w-Steve Binder saw on the TV news when it happened.

[@carolhayar3037]

This song also was due to the assassination of Robert Kennedy after he & Steve Binder saw the TV news that he had just been assassinated.

[@shmacamp]

He had beautiful eyes

[@kellykersten8828]

He has beautiful everything

[@lisacook9482]

Need to watch the documentary That Echo will never Die. It is about Elvis and the black community.

[@brendag5263]

If you don't know the song "In the ghetto" you MUST react to that. Another gospel song that most people don't know by Elvis is "Peace in the valley".

[@jms1471]

If you want to do Elvis's reactions, then I think you should watch the video "the echo will never die" it will tell you more about who Elvis really was . It's worth the watch.

[@guyray1504]

I'm 72 and when i was 16 and working in a cotton mill in Al. I worked the weekend's and a co-worker had a cassette of him singing gospel and i though that was so great.

[@martyb5807]

Elvis prob has more gospel music than any other one person. His range runs the gamut of musical genres of the time.

[@snakeinthegrass7443]

You should see and/or hear our boy sing Gospel. His only 4 Grammy's were in that category.

[@TexasMagnolia]

Y’all should react to: Elvis and the Black Community. It took one jealous artist to start a hateful rumor that it still told today about Elvis.

[@bwana-ma-coo-bah425]

Let me ask you this. The few black artists that met Elvis, do they speak for the black community, or, do they speak of their own individual experiences. If you believe they speak for the black community, why is it that when ever black people do a reaction there will always be a comment to watch Elvis and the black community, but never mentioned to a white reactor?

[@KlippityKlop1]

Best singer ever….my opinion. He could sing any genre.

[@sandyleewhite]

Elvis is one of the most recognized & famous people in music history, & no doubt, one of the most talented, however his heart & love for humanity, is his true legacy 💗💜 I wish with every fiber of my being, that his dream would come true right now!!! 💗💜 RIP **Martin Luther King** RIP **Robert Kennedy** RIP **Elvis Presley** 💗💜 3 amazing men, who tried to change the world for the better, in their own unique ways, & paid the ultimate price💗 ****Luv your reactions **** 💗

[@ElvisRose_]

Elvis was a multilayered singer and it saddens me more people don't know that but I'm glad more people are finding out! Another quick fun fact for you, Elvis' red neck tie was also a part of the protest message of this song as it represented all of the young lives lost in Vietnam. In The Ghetto is another great Elvis song to react to which you guys would like. Elvis was more than a singer, he was a great humanitarian.

[@pennyyoung3166]

He did this tribute to dr Martin Luther king. He has such a big catalog there is a documentary Elvis and the black community the echo will never die. Did you know 1969 Whitney Houston mother was one of back up singers

[@sandramoore]

Elvis put his whole heart and soul into that performance. The entire comeback special was great, especially when he wore the black leather suit and performed with his original band mates on what looked like a boxing ring. I also recommend Vegas performances by Elvis on: Bridge Over Troubled Water, Suspicious Minds, You've Lost That Loving Feeling, Burning Love, In the Ghetto, Walk a Mile in My Shoes.

[@josephjackson4283]

Listen in the ghetto by Elvis

[@shickerson9893]

I love your reaction to a beautiful song by Elvis, he is truly a gift to us and has always been pleasure to me. I am 76 years old and I have been an avid fan since about 11 to 12 years old and I have followed him into today. Please continue with your research and become a true fan just like I am. BTW His favorite cook at his home was a black lady whom he loved, bought her a home of her own and he loved everyone equally. He was a man of many deep qualities and an exceptionally generous person. 🙏✝❤🇺🇸

[@JamesJohnson-ig6of]

My bro in the gray hoodie should check out more from this same '68 Comeback TV Special, like a "live" performance of "Trying To Get To You", where ELVIS jams with his original band members and accompanies himself on the electric guitar! Plus other live gems like "Lawdy Lawdy Miss Clawdy"...

[@jimnicosia5934]

Elvis's favorite music was Gospel.

[@cindyclark9619]

I’m a 65 year old white woman in the middle of the country and I never heard this song either. That makes me incredibly angry… this song it’s important … still… thank you for reacting to it b

[@dianaprobst3157]

You should give Elvis' gospel songs a listen. Whether you're religious or not (and I'm not), they're beautiful & heartfelt...his version of Crying in the Chapel always moves me. Also his love ballads. He had such range and control of his voice, and was more versatile than just the fun rock songs most people know. I think his extreme fame was the worst thing that could have happened to him-he was catapulted from an extremely poor background to riches in a day when that rarely happened, and the new media being developed (radio, tv, records) meant there was so much more exposure. He was a victim of his fame and success, like certain others (Karen Carpenter immediately comes to mind) who were superstars before anyone knew how to handle the invasiveness of it all. Plus, he had a mentor with a great deal of influence over him who didn't exactly always advise him well, imo. It's a damn shame that too many people either remember Elvis for the Vegas "fat Elvis in a jumpsuit" performers, or dismiss him as racist because he was influenced by black artists, and they don't bother to inform themselves on the actual man. Elvis will always mean a great deal to people who grew up in his era or listening to his music from youth.

[@MigdaliaTomalinas-os2nz]

Austin Butler did a fabulous job playing Elvis. He should’ve gotten an Oscar but he did not. He got the Golden Globe award. Love to see reaction from people that are not familiar with Elvis music catalog. His versatility is iconic. He has been inducted into five Halls of Fames. Please continue your journey into Elvis. Elvis fans will be watching.👏

[@christinewaide5249]

He has so many great songs like this. Listen to “In the ghetto”.

[@willow0828]

Everything in this performance has a purpose. The song itself was written by Earl Brown, inspired by Dr. Martin Luther King’s speech I Have a Dream. The song was written with Elvis in mind & it’s a tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Mr. Brown was aware of Elvis love for Dr. King. He also knew that Elvis was devastated by the news of Dr. King’s assassination (less than 9 miles from Graceland, Elvis‘s home). The white suit was also worn to accompany the song’s dream for better days. At the time, the conflict in Vietnam was heart wrenching. In remembrance, of the lives lost during the Vietnam war. The burgundy colored scarf Elvis wore around his neck was for them.

[@carolhayar3037]

This also included the assassination of Robert Kennedy which Elvis & producer-director Steve Binder saw on the TV news when it happened. After Elvis & Binder ended a very lengthy discussion about the turmoil in the world, Binder asked Walter Earl Brown to compose a song based on the thoughts & feelings of what Elvis had expressed, that being reminiscent of King's speech for a world of peace & harmony.

[@JonGowen]

One of very best especially with that white dream suit

[@mikem957]

In The Ghetto is another great message song by Elvis. Also watch Elvis And The Black community-The Echo Will Never Die and you'll understand Elvis the man much better than originally perceived.

[@AlanfiHolfield]

Dedicated to MLK and Robert Kennedy. Elvis was never racist in fact watch Elvis and The Black Community part 1 and 2. He was brought up dirt poor in a town called Tupelo Mississippi. His brilliant lady backing singers The Sweet Inspirations which included the Mum of Whitney Houston cried after this performance and so did Elvis. His so called manager threatened to sue Elvis if he sang this but Elvis said I am singing it. people criticize him constantly but he loved everyone didn't matter about skin color. Another fact is his backing singers we not allowed in certain places and Elvis if they can't go then nor can he. he adored them. People don't get the facts only heresay. He will always be The King Of Rock And Roll regardless. Watch How Great Thou Art 1972

[@carolhayar3037]

Thanks for the mention of Kennedy -- not many people mention him, but I noticed Kennedy's name mentioned here a little more than usual.

[@carolhayar3037]

Whitney Houston's mother Cissy was NOT there. #1 - she was w-Elvis for JUST 5 weeks in 1969 from July 31st-Aug. 28th & then left to be at home w-her children #2 - Cissy Houston began the group called The Sweet Inspirations but it was NOT The Sweet Inspirations who were there w-Elvis in ’68 - it was THE BLOSSOMS. Your info is somewhat mixed up. (@AlanfiHolfield)

[@Code9]

If you guys thought this was something, wait'll you hear his "American Trilogy" live! You ain't heard nothin' when it comes to emotive singing from Elvis until you've seen/heard the live version of "American Trilogy". Prepare to be mind blown.

[@muffycrosswire]

Austin, unfortunately, did not win an Oscar for his Elvis performance. It was an excellent movie.

[@Mariethename99]

I loved the Elvis movie... Elvis is one of my favorite singer of all time...Great song, Elvis have a beautiful and soulful voice. Elvis was also a great gospel singer. Please do more Elvis songs. There are so many great songs An American Trilogy, suspicious minds live version, how great thou art, Polk salad Annie, Kentucky rain, never been to Spain, love me tender live version❤

[@shelleymarler9690]

This is his best, for sure.

[@michon0826]

They tried to cancel him back then and he had a horrible manager who screwed him he loved everyone he enjoyed making his fans happy and wasn't ok with excluding any human being

[@chriskinkead9045]

Elvis that is all one has to say. He was phenomenal !! One entertainer who will last.for many many years. Even younger ones too these days. He is always in our hearts and memories. Reaches ones of every age.

[@kyloren1014]

Elvis 🤍⚡️✨ Forever

[@michaelgarza2619]

Its interesting people that have never heard him too much say, I didnt know he had that range...well, he is regarded by so many as having the greatest voice of any singer ever. I appreciate your reaction as you are getting more familiar with how talented he really was. Check out Bridge Over Troubled Water, 1970 version. I think you will like it.

[@perrymalcolm3802]

The thing that imitators will never be capable of replicating or demonstrating is his absolute sincerity and genuineness. That is HIS soul’s “thumbprint” and what makes him one of one.

[@user-ix2hi7oj9k]

Hey, let’s get this out the way. I’m a straight man but damn he looks good. That suit, sharp, clean,love the style deliverance. Everything about that. Thanks y’all

[@piedmontish]

This was his honorarium for MLK. The sponsors didn’t want it. He did. He won. As an aside, I believe the only Grammys he ever won Were for gospel songs, kind of surprising, but he did love gospel.

[@carolhayar3037]

It also was for the assassination of Robert Kennedy which Elvis & Steve Binder saw on the TV news when it happened.

[@carolhayar3037]

It was also for the assassination of Robert Kennedy who Elvis & producer-director Steve Binder saw on the TV news when it happened.

[@v.peters1071]

I'm glad you did this reaction, and thank you for listening without interruptions.

[@lindacorreia428]

That’s Sad Very Very Sad The Man With The Hoodie Has No Idea Who The King Of Entertainment Is ! Elvis Could Sing Anything, Thus His The King ! ❤

[@christinewaide5249]

Great song. And his voice is beautiful.

[@tuffs4it]

I was listening to Elvis albums and my wife came into the room about an hour in and asked who I had been listening to. I gave her a stank-face because I thought she was goofing on me. She said, "No, seriously." Stunned, I told her it was Elvis and I could see her processing that while looking flabbergasted. She then said, "I thought it was a black man," which surprised me. She really seemed genuinely confused by why she liked it so much. Ha! She's black by the way. 🙃

[@jimearnest4342]

Elvis was an opera singer that sang rock-n-roll,so,yeah,he had range

[@STC349]

Elvis love Gospel music.

[@alanbifalco3383]

Great review fellas!!! Elvis loved R&B Gospel an Soul...IF YOU WANT ANOTHER GREAT ELVIS SONG FROM THE "68' SPECIAL...(TRYING TO GET TO YOU)..Elvis hated the movie yrs and couldnt wait to get out of the contracts. The "68' special was his comeback.