Elvis Presley - If I Can Dream ('68 Comeback Special) REACTION | DaVinci REACTS

[@vincentmaniscalco4421]

No one person will ever affect music and the world like Elvis Presley did ! He is and always will be the king 👑

[@pamhodges527]

No auto tune and no lessons, just raw talent

[@jayholland2632]

The assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in Memphis, as well as that of U.S. Senator Robert Kennedy, affected Elvis Presley deeply. These feelings led Elvis to give one of the most passionate performances of his career.The song contains direct quotes from MLK and was recorded just 17 days after Kennedy's assassination.

[@davidhunt3689]

@Brett Stanton Dipshit this was written for the special after Bobby was killed. Elvis was an immense fan of MLK. But hey don't let facts get in the way of your hate.

[@tinanickerson1006]

Yep...

[@tinanickerson1006]

@Brett Stanton you are way way way wrong...

[@FrankIsAlwaysRight]

David Hunt spot on David...

[@jayviviano109]

@@davidhunt3689 Yep. We got to watch some of these people out there pushing BS about Elvis. People like Mr. Stanton are problematic and only saying more about themselves than they say about Elvis with their nonsense. Not only were there numerous documented people close to Elvis. Verified his respect from Martin Luther King and the movement, but Elvis's personal owned vinyl record that had a dozen of Martin Luther King's speeches on it was verified by Graceland archives a couple years ago. In fact one website has a member of Graceland archives holding that album in a photo. Anybody interested in listening to it by the way, that MLK album was titled "Martin Luther King In Search of Freedom". It's uploaded somewhere here on KZbin. Oh, also Martin Luther King's partner during the movement, Andrew Young, made it public statement couple years ago in Atlanta that Elvis was a personal Financial contributor to Martin Luther King's movement. One documentarian that was allowed access to Graceland archives a few years ago stated they saw the financial records verifying Elvis signed checks to MLK Foundation.

[@scsu5085]

Agree with Elvis raw power. He had vocal range of an opera singer. Elvis was more versatile for his ability to sing more genres than any performer

[@pallen49]

And from what I read a long long time ago..the voice experts said that Elvis's voice ( or singing voice ) is considered a ' high baritone '. I have never forgotten that... I'm not an expert on voices but that sounds like what you've said...So I would have to agree that Elvis would be in the realm of an opera singer as well. ..Cheers..

[@TheFarmerfitz]

@@pallen49 It's Now or never.. Is a song that displays Elvis's opera voice...

[@darlenedeluca725]

@@pallen49 I agree w/ u 100 %!! & listening 2 our dear & sweet Elvis u really can hear that in alot of Elvis songs & his reactions 2!!! TCB & TLC xxxxx ooo!

[@pallen49]

@@TheFarmerfitz ...Yep, and not sure if you know this...But the song ' It's now or never ' is actually ( out of ALL the songs Elvis ever recorded or sang ) he said it was his ' favorite '..I recall seeing in a documentary once ..

[@pallen49]

@@darlenedeluca725 ..Oh yes, definitely...I too can hear it in a lot of his songs . Cheers my friend xxxx

[@sandys4692]

Before anyone did anything elvis did everything

[@seanfitzpatrick4730]

You are absolutely right Elvis could fight and sing dance Act be tough be cool be funny he had many gifts and talents no telling what he could have achieved with the right management Still an icon and a legend perhaps biggest icon of the 20th century his charisma alone tells it all

[@gracecheri997]

He speaks of unity and equality and peace. He was a spiritual man when he sang. 🌻 The song, says it all. The gentlemen reacting says it all. 🎶

[@miguelmontano637]

John Lennon said before Elvis was nothing in music. Elvis broke the rules. He Is the king.

[@bluebuddy46422]

Let's face it.. Elvis had it all. Gorgeous man.. Amazing gift and endless charisma.. Not many artists have it all.. He certainly did..

[@teamcougars]

sandy s Elvis was cool before cool was a thing! Elvis could sing the phone book and make it sound beautiful and interesting! Michael was more of a performer than a powerful voice, make no mistake he could sing but he couldn’t hold a candle to Elvis vocally.

[@priscillap7135]

Elvis hands down the best singer & entertainer ever💕

[@jonathanaldecoa1099]

I never tire of hearing/watching this performance. Elvis had so much soul. I truly fantastic voice.

[@sandyleewhite]

Elvis was famous & incredibly talented, but his heart & love for humanity, is his legacy 💚💜💗💚💜

[@MarkRogersVOCFB]

Elvis is the GOAT. No. One. Comes. Close.

[@eph2817]

Elvis is the best singer ever and will remain so.

[@orioncasablanca9428]

I'm think linor not see another performance !! Elvis is another level ...

[@barjuenmoto2705]

Elvis the best is not King is god

[@MrSonnydays40]

I think we are basically fusing singer/performer together and that wouldnt be fair to either one. Mj can dance better but Elvis could dance back in the day during his time. Elvis made movies and MJ not so much. Just enjoy greatness when you see it and enjoy it for what it is at the time...It's all good.. Both were entertainers and they entertained no doubt.

[@damedicmt]

Tim Hall - MJ doesn’t even come close to record sales. The King of All music has sold over 600 Million = 600,000,000 and MJ is at half that at 300 Million. And it has been said that MJ got his dance moves from Elvis. Before MJ, Elvis was! Check out Jailhouse Rock Video, and you will see where MJ got his motivation.

[@joelteague2008]

I concur!

[@CherylHughes-z8d]

Elvis didn't have autotone. Just raw talent. Nobody had his sex appeal, that's for sure ❤

[@katinacobb2814]

There will NEVER be another Elvis Presley! He was a one of a kind! He'll always be the King! Please listen to his Gospel!

[@sandramiller8701]

Elvis sung from his heart a soul.

[@thebrazilianatlantis165]

"I’ll tell the world Elvis was the greatest of all time. I'm a Muslim who's black who stands up for what he believes. I don't have to say what I don't feel, I'm not false, I don't have to say this." Elvis's friend Muhammad Ali, 1985

[@pashapereira]

Elvis is simply the greatest of all times.

[@barjuenmoto2705]

Totally agree

[@lynncantrell5502]

Santiago Pasha Pereira you are so right. Unfortunately he was buried on my 4th birthday August 18th 1977. How I wished I could gotten the opportunity to go to a Elvis concert.

[@jetsteeltherealdeal7827]

Still gives me goosebumps every single time...this song/performance should be considered the best of all time....

[@colleencasteleijn1799]

Elvis should have been given an Oscar and Grammy for this song and the performance. They were pretty unconscious back then. Elvis was way ahead of his time.

[@Mary-bk2wj]

Elvis caused a revolution that changed the whole world.

[@marvan8482]

Elvis : the GREATEST VOICE in musicland.

[@darlenedeluca725]

& agree w/ u 2!!!! nobody will ever replace Elvis ever!!!!!!!

[@josieboise4762]

No one better then Elvis ❤️

[@garylindsey5174]

Elvis had to push hard to get this song on the show. His management wanted a Christmas song instead. No other mainstream artist would push this in 1968.

[@joelteague2008]

You are correct

[@patrickorourke41]

Technically he already had a Christmas song on that special. He performed Blue Christmas if memory serves me right.

[@garylindsey5174]

Sure did, but they wanted another one instead of "If I Can Dream"🤙

[@damedicmt]

The most powerful performance ever by any artist, that had substance and strong message that applies throughout the ages!

[@teniahayzlett2709]

Elvis was a huge proponent of equal rights. This song was in response to the assassin of MLK, & the sight on TV of a young teenage girl getting hit by water from a firehose during a protest! He saw first hand the struggles of fighting for equal rights.

[@pamphilyaw4860]

We have the King of Pop & the King of Rock and Roll. Wat cud be better than two Kings.

[@normagallagher6599]

ELVIS ALWAYS NUMBER ONE FOR ME

[@almirandrade519]

Elvis The King!

[@PointlessSillyName]

My grandmother was a _massive_ Elvis fan (something she passed on to me, as well as about 50 of his albums!) and I had this exact version played at her funeral. It still gives me a bit of a sad but, strangely, also happy little smile...

[@deweyoxburger2963]

I want it played at mine along with My way and American trilogy

[@barrya355]

God bless you

[@deanarjones9114]

Mom wanted the Elvis version of My Way at her funeral. We did and it means a lot more to me now. Definitely adds that twinge of sadness

[@ripmod1]

The reason Elvis was the King, is because he was the FIRST. The innovator.

[@SepiQueen]

Love you Elvis...❤️

[@TheKopyKatz]

Awesome. More Elvis

[@richardeidemiller6739]

People have argued about these two forever. It's childish. They are two completely different styles, times, generations etc... Each artist can be appreciated for what they brought to the table. It's not a contest. No one is going to argue anyone else out of their preference. One of my favorite quotes from Elvis Presley .... "I hate to criticize another performer, there's room for everybody".

[@susans4065]

Elvis is the best and loved his fan and his voice is unmatched and also a great entertainer. All he had to do is open his mouth an sing, what an amazing voice

[@laurawilloughby4000]

"Showcasing his voice". Right. Nobody before Elvis ever moved at all; they just stood there. People forget that , or never knew it.

[@Dorakaz1]

I like MJ very much but Elvis was unique!

[@LovelyDay11]

Theodora Kazantzidou MJ was unique as well. No need to rank great artists.

[@crystalcoleman1985]

Elvis, MJ, and Frank Sinatra is my top singers ever! All unique and powerful!

[@damedicmt]

Agree, no need to compare great artists. But Elvis is at the top! And MJ is a somewhat 2nd, then nobody comes close as single artists. Elvis has 600 Million Sales and MJ is at 300 Million. Then the rest fall into place.

[@benyamin3912]

You've got to listen to Elvis singing Gospel. He won 3 Grammy awards just for that ! Nobody out there can be compared to him.

[@carlamarlene2927]

4 grammies

[@carlamarlene2927]

I'm sorry you're right

[@rjnuzzi1648]

Elvis not only had a big range for for a baritone, but he also can sing many different genres, from R&B blues, to pop-rock, gospel, broadway, & folk ballad... somehow his personal fusion created the template for what we still have today in pop, rock, movie songs & big ballad; just listen to 1970's Just Pretend... If I Can Dream was written by Earl Brown especially for the '68 TV special, befitting for the times, sung with new vocal approach by Presley; a perfect blend of big song ballad, rough towering vocal, & conviction...

[@francesfinnerty3753]

Love it‼️I love his strong sultry voice..He gave me goosebumps..He saang with passion..from his soul❤️Powerful..

[@sandramiller8701]

Elvis Presley sung this song in a contribute to Martin Luther King a president John F Kennedy assignations Elvis cried when he watched it on TV he loved admired these two guys Elvis Presley had a soft emotional heart. Elvis presley was the best singer a Entertainer ever no body could touch his Genoristy a looks a talent Elvis had it all in spades.

[@bign8580]

The report and coplete FACTS OF THE SONG "IF I CAN DREAM" Elvis Presley The King Elvis Presley Home Elvis Home › Graceland › Elvis News › Elvis Biography › Elvis Interviews › Sitemap › The assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in Memphis, as well as that of U.S. Senator Robert Kennedy, affected Elvis Presley deeply. These feelings led Elvis to give one of the most passionate performances of his career. America was in the midst of an upheaval in 1968. The Civil Rights movement was in full swing and our world and culture were changing. Within a short span of time, two leaders were assassinated. Dr. King was assassinated April 4, 1968, in Memphis - Elvis's hometown. Robert Kennedy, Assassinated in Los Angeles, June 6,1968, a US Senator who strongly supported human rights and social justice, was killed two months later, on June 6. It was Elvis's reaction to the news of both King and Kennedy's assassination that lead to the creation of the song 'If I Can Dream', a tribute song to King, featuring direct quotes from the Civil Rights leader. In the spring of '68, Elvis was working on his upcoming TV special, 'Elvis'. After seeing the news about Kennedy's death on TV, Elvis spent an entire night with the show's director, Steve Binder, and his friends, talking about the assassinations and Elvis's wishes for the world. The conversation was heartfelt and honest, and Binder believed Elvis had an important message for the country. Binder then went to the show's Musical Director Billy Goldenberg and songwriter Earl Brown and told them about the discussion. He wanted a powerful, meaningful song that would close out the TV special. Because the special was slated to air in December, the producers and Elvis's manager, Col. Tom Parker, had planned to end the show with a Christmas song, but Binder had other ideas. It wasn't long before 'If I Can Dream was born. Once the song was finished, Binder took the song to Elvis and played it for him. 'Let me hear it again', said Elvis, and the song was played again and again. 'Okay', Elvis said, 'I'll do it'. On June 23, 1968, Elvis recorded 'If I Can Dream in several impassioned takes, even though it is said that the first take Elvis gave was perfect. The king gave such a powerful performance that some band members were taken aback, so blown away by Elvis's performance that they had to do several retakes. It was after the band and backup singers were sent home that Elvis gave an even more astonishing performance as he re-recorded the vocals. Elvis had the lights turned off and gave himself over to the music. Over the next few takes, he fell to his knees on the concrete floor, giving himself completely to the song. After those takes, Elvis went to the control room and had his chosen take played repeatedly before he gave it his blessing. Elvis was so moved by the song and his experience with it that he told Binder, I'll never sing another song I don't believe in. I'm never going to make another movie I don't believe in'. 'If I Can Dream was featured at the end of Elvis's Singer Special (later known as the '68 Special) on December 3, 1968. This was the first time the public heard the song, and it was later released as a single with 'Edge of Reality (recorded for the film 'Live a Little, Love a Little') as its flip-side in November 1968. The single spent 13 weeks on the U.S. pop chart peaking at #12. In the U.K., it was on the chart for 10 weeks, peaking at #11. It is now a Gold Record single. Elvis Presley Lyrics Words & Music by W. Earl Brown Elvis Presley Lyrics There must be lights burning brighter somewhere Got to be birds flying higher in a sky more blue If I can dream of a better land Where all my brothers walk hand in hand Tell me why, oh why, oh why can't my dream come true There must be peace and understanding sometime Strong winds of promise that will blow away All the doubt and fear If I can dream of a warmer sun Where hope keeps shining on everyone Tell me why, oh why, oh why won't that sun appear We're lost in a cloud With too much rain We're trapped in a world That's troubled with pain But as long as a man Has the strength to dream He can redeem his soul and fly Deep in my heart there's a trembling question Still I am sure that the answer gonna come somehow Out there in the dark, there's a beckoning candle And while I can think, while I can talk While I can stand, while I can walk While I can dream, please let my dream Come true, right now Let it come true right now Oh yeah Recorded: 1968/06/23, first released on single

[@bign8580]

The report and coplete FACTS OF THE SONG "IF I CAN DREAM" Elvis Presley The King Elvis Presley Home Elvis Home › Graceland › Elvis News › Elvis Biography › Elvis Interviews › Sitemap › The assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in Memphis, as well as that of U.S. Senator Robert Kennedy, affected Elvis Presley deeply. These feelings led Elvis to give one of the most passionate performances of his career. America was in the midst of an upheaval in 1968. The Civil Rights movement was in full swing and our world and culture were changing. Within a short span of time, two leaders were assassinated. Dr. King was assassinated April 4, 1968, in Memphis - Elvis's hometown. Robert Kennedy, Assassinated in Los Angeles, June 6,1968, a US Senator who strongly supported human rights and social justice, was killed two months later, on June 6. It was Elvis's reaction to the news of both King and Kennedy's assassination that lead to the creation of the song 'If I Can Dream', a tribute song to King, featuring direct quotes from the Civil Rights leader. In the spring of '68, Elvis was working on his upcoming TV special, 'Elvis'. After seeing the news about Kennedy's death on TV, Elvis spent an entire night with the show's director, Steve Binder, and his friends, talking about the assassinations and Elvis's wishes for the world. The conversation was heartfelt and honest, and Binder believed Elvis had an important message for the country. Binder then went to the show's Musical Director Billy Goldenberg and songwriter Earl Brown and told them about the discussion. He wanted a powerful, meaningful song that would close out the TV special. Because the special was slated to air in December, the producers and Elvis's manager, Col. Tom Parker, had planned to end the show with a Christmas song, but Binder had other ideas. It wasn't long before 'If I Can Dream was born. Once the song was finished, Binder took the song to Elvis and played it for him. 'Let me hear it again', said Elvis, and the song was played again and again. 'Okay', Elvis said, 'I'll do it'. On June 23, 1968, Elvis recorded 'If I Can Dream in several impassioned takes, even though it is said that the first take Elvis gave was perfect. The king gave such a powerful performance that some band members were taken aback, so blown away by Elvis's performance that they had to do several retakes. It was after the band and backup singers were sent home that Elvis gave an even more astonishing performance as he re-recorded the vocals. Elvis had the lights turned off and gave himself over to the music. Over the next few takes, he fell to his knees on the concrete floor, giving himself completely to the song. After those takes, Elvis went to the control room and had his chosen take played repeatedly before he gave it his blessing. Elvis was so moved by the song and his experience with it that he told Binder, I'll never sing another song I don't believe in. I'm never going to make another movie I don't believe in'. 'If I Can Dream was featured at the end of Elvis's Singer Special (later known as the '68 Special) on December 3, 1968. This was the first time the public heard the song, and it was later released as a single with 'Edge of Reality (recorded for the film 'Live a Little, Love a Little') as its flip-side in November 1968. The single spent 13 weeks on the U.S. pop chart peaking at #12. In the U.K., it was on the chart for 10 weeks, peaking at #11. It is now a Gold Record single. Elvis Presley Lyrics Words & Music by W. Earl Brown Elvis Presley Lyrics There must be lights burning brighter somewhere Got to be birds flying higher in a sky more blue If I can dream of a better land Where all my brothers walk hand in hand Tell me why, oh why, oh why can't my dream come true There must be peace and understanding sometime Strong winds of promise that will blow away All the doubt and fear If I can dream of a warmer sun Where hope keeps shining on everyone Tell me why, oh why, oh why won't that sun appear We're lost in a cloud With too much rain We're trapped in a world That's troubled with pain But as long as a man Has the strength to dream He can redeem his soul and fly Deep in my heart there's a trembling question Still I am sure that the answer gonna come somehow Out there in the dark, there's a beckoning candle And while I can think, while I can talk While I can stand, while I can walk While I can dream, please let my dream Come true, right now Let it come true right now Oh yeah Recorded: 1968/06/23, first released on single 1

[@hillsboroughguy]

Elvis did this song as a tribute to MLK.

[@bopoulsen4030]

And Robert Kennedy

[@scarlettwilson7121]

ELVIS AND MICHAEL JACKSON WAS ABSOLUTELY A MAGNIFICENT GIFT FROM GOD!!!!

[@barbaramarkland7441]

I agree..but they came at least two decades apart.

[@scarlettwilson7121]

@@barbaramarkland7441 WHICH MEANS …..GOD GIVES US MORE THAN ONE GIFT!!!!! HAVE A WONDERFUL DAY!!!

[@dabdella1460]

Well I for one am glad you settled the singer debate and mj s fans heard you. They all can climb the mountain They all can stand on the top of the mountain, But ELVIS is the Mountain. Dd

[@laurawilloughby4000]

He would also have been the father in law had he stuck around.

[@dabdella1460]

@@laurawilloughby4000 you sure they would have married aye . Dd

[@laurawilloughby4000]

@@dabdella1460 Michael and Lisa Marie?

[@dabdella1460]

@@laurawilloughby4000 I'm not sure her life would have taken the path it did if elvis had lived. Dd

[@laurawilloughby4000]

@@dabdella1460 For sure.

[@gorse9030]

As an out and out fan of Elvis for a very long time I guess I should take exception to your analysis, but no you were spot on. His manliness from my generation was a great attraction (chasing all the girls, karate etc.) but also getting as far as he did from being born in a dirt shack with a father locked up when he was about 2. One thing many of us admired was him entering the army when he was basically the number 1 in the world of popular entertainment , and doing no concert/Tv appearances for the whole time he was enlisted - one huge risk to take in the fickle world of entertainment.

[@kaycee4357]

If I remember correctly Elvis didn't care much for the tech stuff coming into the scene, so im pretty sure that with Elvis it was straight up Elvis. THAT, for me, means Elvis wins 😀💓

[@frankzepeda8853]

Ha bro this is one of his best your in for a treat. Strong message and clean looking good man. And It's from the heart and the soul and yes he could sing you'll feel it. The 👑 still living on ELVIS THE GOAT.!!!

[@elv5268]

THE gold voice x 1.000.000.000. THE king is The king 👑👑👑👑.

[@mistywhetu8059]

Elvis Presley is the King of Rock & Roll. Michael Jackson is the King of Pop. Great respect to both these iconic Entertainers. They are Legends in the Music Industry & will continue to be for the future generations forever. RIP xox

[@bwana-ma-coo-bah425]

After Elvis Presley died on August 16, 1977, the African American newspaper, the Chicago Defender explained that: “When Elvis Presley breathed his last breath and the press hailed him as the ‘King of Rock,’ Ol’ Man River cried out, ‘Naw he ain’t! My friend Chuck Berry is the King of Rock. Presley was merely a Prince who profited from the royal talent of a sovereign ruler vested with tremendous creativity. Had Berry been white, he could have rightly taken [Presley’s] throne and worn his crown well.’”

[@lisawilliams2406]

Simply the Best! ❣

[@lisamitchell7317]

Elvis background singers in the the late 60's were black. Can you imagine how that went over with most people. He was going to the ASTRO dome in Texas and was told he could come(Elvis the pelvis problem) but his girls had to stay home. He said , "no, you want me then the girls come too and better be given the star treatment " Elvis full band and back up went!!!

[@Chris-kj7de]

Elvis is King -- and who can forget the late, great Freddie Mercury

[@ElisLS]

Oh eu amo Elvis... I Love Elvis forever ... Kisses from Brazil ;)

[@MemawAngie]

Devon, Elvis performed this not long after the assassination of Martin Luther King. Elvis was very saddened & troubled by this.

[@elvistheking9041]

Elvis is the King . His voice was Amazing from rockabilly to rock n roll to pop to soul to opera

[@pdark3930]

Great u say what u like! Elvis for me though because he had everything!

[@priscilapresotto4718]

The Voice,the king 💕🌺❤️🙏😢

[@shirleycarr5387]

Elvis s early music and moves was great .I think elvis had the whole package .looks moves voice .esp early on .he was unique .Michael was great too . Just from diff eras .thanks for reacting to elvis my friend .hope to see more maybe American trilogy from 73 alohah from Hawaii

[@Xcris_crosX]

If I Can Dream is in reference to Rev King's I Have A Dream speech. It was reported Elvis cried like a child when he heard Dr King was killed. Elvis wore a red tie signifying spilt blood in respect to the recent deaths of both Civil Rights leader and supporter; MLK and RFK. This was during a time when the nation and the world was grieving, Elvis sang how we felt

[@bign8580]

You wrote a very good report .............The report and complete FACTS OF THE SONG "IF I CAN DREAM" Elvis Presley The King Elvis Presley Home Elvis Home › Graceland › Elvis News › Elvis Biography › Elvis Interviews › Sitemap › The assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in Memphis, as well as that of U.S. Senator Robert Kennedy, affected Elvis Presley deeply. These feelings led Elvis to give one of the most passionate performances of his career. America was in the midst of an upheaval in 1968. The Civil Rights movement was in full swing and our world and culture were changing. Within a short span of time, two leaders were assassinated. Dr. King was assassinated April 4, 1968, in Memphis - Elvis's hometown. Robert Kennedy, Assassinated in Los Angeles, June 6,1968, a US Senator who strongly supported human rights and social justice, was killed two months later, on June 6. It was Elvis's reaction to the news of both King and Kennedy's assassination that lead to the creation of the song 'If I Can Dream', a tribute song to King, featuring direct quotes from the Civil Rights leader. In the spring of '68, Elvis was working on his upcoming TV special, 'Elvis'. After seeing the news about Kennedy's death on TV, Elvis spent an entire night with the show's director, Steve Binder, and his friends, talking about the assassinations and Elvis's wishes for the world. The conversation was heartfelt and honest, and Binder believed Elvis had an important message for the country. Binder then went to the show's Musical Director Billy Goldenberg and songwriter Earl Brown and told them about the discussion. He wanted a powerful, meaningful song that would close out the TV special. Because the special was slated to air in December, the producers and Elvis's manager, Col. Tom Parker, had planned to end the show with a Christmas song, but Binder had other ideas. It wasn't long before 'If I Can Dream was born. Once the song was finished, Binder took the song to Elvis and played it for him. 'Let me hear it again', said Elvis, and the song was played again and again. 'Okay', Elvis said, 'I'll do it'. On June 23, 1968, Elvis recorded 'If I Can Dream in several impassioned takes, even though it is said that the first take Elvis gave was perfect. The king gave such a powerful performance that some band members were taken aback, so blown away by Elvis's performance that they had to do several retakes. It was after the band and backup singers were sent home that Elvis gave an even more astonishing performance as he re-recorded the vocals. Elvis had the lights turned off and gave himself over to the music. Over the next few takes, he fell to his knees on the concrete floor, giving himself completely to the song. After those takes, Elvis went to the control room and had his chosen take played repeatedly before he gave it his blessing. Elvis was so moved by the song and his experience with it that he told Binder, I'll never sing another song I don't believe in. I'm never going to make another movie I don't believe in'. 'If I Can Dream was featured at the end of Elvis's Singer Special (later known as the '68 Special) on December 3, 1968. This was the first time the public heard the song, and it was later released as a single with 'Edge of Reality (recorded for the film 'Live a Little, Love a Little') as its flip-side in November 1968. The single spent 13 weeks on the U.S. pop chart peaking at #12. In the U.K., it was on the chart for 10 weeks, peaking at #11. It is now a Gold Record single. Elvis Presley Lyrics Words & Music by W. Earl Brown Elvis Presley Lyrics There must be lights burning brighter somewhere Got to be birds flying higher in a sky more blue If I can dream of a better land Where all my brothers walk hand in hand Tell me why, oh why, oh why can't my dream come true There must be peace and understanding sometime Strong winds of promise that will blow away All the doubt and fear If I can dream of a warmer sun Where hope keeps shining on everyone Tell me why, oh why, oh why won't that sun appear We're lost in a cloud With too much rain We're trapped in a world That's troubled with pain But as long as a man Has the strength to dream He can redeem his soul and fly Deep in my heart there's a trembling question Still I am sure that the answer gonna come somehow Out there in the dark, there's a beckoning candle And while I can think, while I can talk While I can stand, while I can walk While I can dream, please let my dream Come true, right now Let it come true right now Oh yeah Recorded: 1968/06/23, first released on single 1

[@ericgerena6042]

When Elvis performed the different genres of music he showed his versatility and did it very well. He even did gospel music as well . Elvis was more masculine looking than Michael Jackson. As Eddie Murphy once said jokingly in one of his bit " he's not one of the most masculine guy but he could sing". True MJ was a good performed but Singingwise Elvis had the better voice. May these 2 Great! performers RIP.😍😍🎸😇😇

[@kyfresh2death]

Yes elvis did this is coming from an mj fan

[@jbradwill]

Michael and Elvis were both awesome! We need to just appreciate the damn music and be thankful that they existed! We’re all so blessed to have such awesome music to listen to. We are also so blessed to have all the blessings in our lives. Nobody is the king of anything, we are all just awesome beings having a crazy experience. I think that anyone that created something that’s talked about decades later is someone i want in my soul party my peeps! Always be real, be nice, be authentic, be loving and kind and B Rad

[@primatejames]

M.J. could moonwalk.Elvis dwarfs him in every other category as far as talent goes.

[@christophertyler3425]

I agree with you totally...Jackson was a polished dancer and entertainer, but I'd have to say Elvis was our best pop singer ever. He sang every genre and he could blow you out of your seat with his voice when he wanted to. Love them both and very much dislike the fighting I see between their fans.

[@waynewhaley427]

Watch 'American Triology' and lets see where Elvis goes in your top five ranking.

[@justjulie7866]

YES!! My absolute favorite performance of all time. Hands down!!

[@joelteague2008]

And Bridge Over Troubled Water

[@dancnluc1]

Elvis sang from his heart. Elvis will always be King of music.

[@ronaldackerman7383]

After that song Elvis said he will never record Another Song unless he experienced it believes in it or a friend wrote it for him Elvis could sing anything blues rock gospel it was said the music with through the mine down to the gut it came out from the heart by the way he was the only one on stage

[@KingElvisPresley1]

The king

[@sandrayoung4836]

Great reaction! I agree, I loved his 60's look too. Elvis is my all time favorite, his really best work vocally is his Gospel, imo. He performed gospel in every concert I've ever seen of his. Love his rock and Roll stuff too, nobody could beat him in sheer charisma and sexiness! Michael Jackson is my 2nd favorite performer. His dance moves, and his pop songs are just impossible to beat. I think Elvis Presley wins 1st place as greatest entertainer who ever lived, for me, simply because he was so intensely sexually charismatic you can't take your eyes off him when he's on the screen, as well as being an incredible singer and dancer. Anyway, just my opinion. And again, great reaction video. I love these types of videos, so I'll be subscribing and coming back for more! 🙋‍♀️

[@krreyem7543]

Elvis sang this as a dedication to MLK being assinated Elvis was singing his PRAYERS to GOD!!! and wanted MLK message to NOT die Elvis did a lot of Gospel

[@bwana-ma-coo-bah425]

he did not mean it, it was all part of his act.

[@me-pm6mx]

Both were icons, both had great voices and both did songs that tried to heal the world they lived in. In the Ghetto by Elvis and Man in the Mirror by Michael. The sad part, they both died to young.

[@bign8580]

The report and coplete FACTS OF THE SONG "IF I CAN DREAM" Elvis Presley The King Elvis Presley Home Elvis Home › Graceland › Elvis News › Elvis Biography › Elvis Interviews › Sitemap › The assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in Memphis, as well as that of U.S. Senator Robert Kennedy, affected Elvis Presley deeply. These feelings led Elvis to give one of the most passionate performances of his career. America was in the midst of an upheaval in 1968. The Civil Rights movement was in full swing and our world and culture were changing. Within a short span of time, two leaders were assassinated. Dr. King was assassinated April 4, 1968, in Memphis - Elvis's hometown. Robert Kennedy, Assassinated in Los Angeles, June 6,1968, a US Senator who strongly supported human rights and social justice, was killed two months later, on June 6. It was Elvis's reaction to the news of both King and Kennedy's assassination that lead to the creation of the song 'If I Can Dream', a tribute song to King, featuring direct quotes from the Civil Rights leader. In the spring of '68, Elvis was working on his upcoming TV special, 'Elvis'. After seeing the news about Kennedy's death on TV, Elvis spent an entire night with the show's director, Steve Binder, and his friends, talking about the assassinations and Elvis's wishes for the world. The conversation was heartfelt and honest, and Binder believed Elvis had an important message for the country. Binder then went to the show's Musical Director Billy Goldenberg and songwriter Earl Brown and told them about the discussion. He wanted a powerful, meaningful song that would close out the TV special. Because the special was slated to air in December, the producers and Elvis's manager, Col. Tom Parker, had planned to end the show with a Christmas song, but Binder had other ideas. It wasn't long before 'If I Can Dream was born. Once the song was finished, Binder took the song to Elvis and played it for him. 'Let me hear it again', said Elvis, and the song was played again and again. 'Okay', Elvis said, 'I'll do it'. On June 23, 1968, Elvis recorded 'If I Can Dream in several impassioned takes, even though it is said that the first take Elvis gave was perfect. The king gave such a powerful performance that some band members were taken aback, so blown away by Elvis's performance that they had to do several retakes. It was after the band and backup singers were sent home that Elvis gave an even more astonishing performance as he re-recorded the vocals. Elvis had the lights turned off and gave himself over to the music. Over the next few takes, he fell to his knees on the concrete floor, giving himself completely to the song. After those takes, Elvis went to the control room and had his chosen take played repeatedly before he gave it his blessing. Elvis was so moved by the song and his experience with it that he told Binder, I'll never sing another song I don't believe in. I'm never going to make another movie I don't believe in'. 'If I Can Dream was featured at the end of Elvis's Singer Special (later known as the '68 Special) on December 3, 1968. This was the first time the public heard the song, and it was later released as a single with 'Edge of Reality (recorded for the film 'Live a Little, Love a Little') as its flip-side in November 1968. The single spent 13 weeks on the U.S. pop chart peaking at #12. In the U.K., it was on the chart for 10 weeks, peaking at #11. It is now a Gold Record single. Elvis Presley Lyrics Words & Music by W. Earl Brown Elvis Presley Lyrics There must be lights burning brighter somewhere Got to be birds flying higher in a sky more blue If I can dream of a better land Where all my brothers walk hand in hand Tell me why, oh why, oh why can't my dream come true There must be peace and understanding sometime Strong winds of promise that will blow away All the doubt and fear If I can dream of a warmer sun Where hope keeps shining on everyone Tell me why, oh why, oh why won't that sun appear We're lost in a cloud With too much rain We're trapped in a world That's troubled with pain But as long as a man Has the strength to dream He can redeem his soul and fly Deep in my heart there's a trembling question Still I am sure that the answer gonna come somehow Out there in the dark, there's a beckoning candle And while I can think, while I can talk While I can stand, while I can walk While I can dream, please let my dream Come true, right now Let it come true right now Oh yeah Recorded: 1968/06/23, first released on single

[@elvistcb3521]

My two favourite singer's of All Time..... If I was stuck on a desert island....? Elvis & Sam Cooke!!!👌👑👍

[@LaptopLarry330]

It is almost 3:30 AM Eastern Time, and the video clip is still up her on KZbin. Thanks for sharing your reaction video here on KZbin.

[@Gizmologist1]

Elvis also NEVER used autotune, because it did not exist. Listen to Elvis song called Trilogy. You should also listen to any song by the Righteous Brothers. Their presence on stage and their style was coined as Blue eyed Soulk. They will blow you away.

[@olivepoola9153]

My very favorite Elvis song!! Head to toe goosebumps every single time I hears this!! He put his entire soul into this song and you feel it! THIS is what church is missing!!

[@JAYCMD]

No one could convey passion and emotion in the lyric like Elvis Presley he literally is the greatest singer of songs that ever walked the face of this planet

[@kittenfangirl3398]

That voice. That power. This is why Elvis is The King. How about a reaction to A Little Less Conversation?

[@LM-hb6yn]

The movie clip that proves Elvis was the king of cool.

[@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!!!

[@laurawilloughby4000]

Dude Elvis was the FIRST. It was easy to be Michael; it was scary to be Elvis. I love Michael. You know that you would be inundated with his fans. Everything else to say has been said before; all of it is emotion. They were kings.

[@TheWorseOne]

His vocal range, passion and charisma remains unmatched to this day. RIP The King

[@ratsy444]

For me Elvis had It all. He’s the one all others are compared to. That said, how about “Treat Me Nice” or Elvis & Ann Margret’s “Cmon Everybody”

[@helenavilhena5804]

Elvis had all the package, he had a great voice, charisma, stage presence and was one of the most handsome man I've ever seen.

[@hymanandhyman]

I forgot how awesome he could sing I wish he could have just done what he wanted. A deep HEART a BEAUTIFUL SOUL, KIND,LOVING, SWEET .this world eats the blessings cruelly by tearing down these wonderful soul's so sad. I LOVE Elvis🙏🙏🙏👑👑👑💖💖💖🤗🤗🤗

[@jrc5515]

There would be no Michael Jackson if it wasn't for elvis .... he was the prototype .... elvis had more vocal range and broke in to more genres of music ... that's why he is the only artist to be in 4 hall of fames r&b country rock neroli n gospel ... and was a better mover no chreography there 😂🤣 didn't just do the moon walk 😂 After all Michael admired elvis sooo much ... don't forget he married his daughter Lisa Marie 😂🤣 don't see 100,000 people at Michaels home on his anniversarys ... just sayin 😂🤣 the king of all music not just pop 😂

[@alameas6358]

Placidio Domingo (the great mexican opera singer ) once said: I can not sing like Elvis, but he could sing like me. I whish i had his voice. Frank Sinatra: I am a good singer, but Elvis voice came from another planet! Btw i agree with you: Sinatra just sings 'My Way ' Elvis lives 'My Way'.......it always gives me goosebumps, when i hear it. I am a great Michael Jackson fan too, even when i think that Elvis beats his voice. I am a kid of the 80's ( we are the Michael Jackson pioneers 😉 ), so i know and understand exactly what you mean. ' Beat i' and 'Bad' are my all time favorites! But Elvis is my all time favorite artist, over 40 years now!

[@MrAlanfalk73]

There is a great article called "the 50 voices of Elvis " it is a great read with voice specialists and music critics and famous singers giving their take on Elvis 😎

[@joelteague2008]

Where can I get my hands on this article

[@rickrhoden1]

Video wasn't blocked; it came through fine. I know you made your comments about the singing abilities, and certainly from just that standpoint Elvis is at the top, subject to individual preferences. But Elvis is such a legendary icon, trailblazer and charismatic performer that it's hard to separate all that from just a singing comparison, which is why he--and only he--is the King! If I Can Dream used some of the words of Rev. Martin Luther King and was Elvis' heartfelt response to the very recent assassinations of Rev. King and Bobby Kennedy. Because of his clout, he overruled the objections of his manager and the TV producers who thought it was too "heavy". That kind of thing was one example of how Elvis affected an entire culture above any other entertainer ever. One performance was viewed worldwide by over 1&1/2 billion people--still, I believe, more than any other broadcast ever, including the landing on the moon!

[@evanwilson1508]

one of his best vocal preformance is hurt live 1977

[@t-royentertainment1421]

This was tv nbc comeback tv show televised , the black leather suit you spoke of was Tv comback concert , several shows

[@Sol-kj2pj]

Elvis true soul revealed

[@Mirrorgirl492]

He finishes the song with his eyes closed and when he opens them you can see that he didn't even know where he was. He was so into singing this song that he transcended everything around him and sang from his soul.

[@frankruano298]

Elvis the King of músic...the best singer all times....artist of the century .... Elvis great influence in Michael Jackson,,,the beatles,,,,Bruce Springsteen,,,jon bon Jovi,,,, Elton John,,,,and others greats artist.... Elvis Presley máster of masters ..

[@AifamilyFuntastic]

Awesome mate. I agree with what you say on the performance and voice comparison between Elvis and Michael. Just tell it the way you see it. Cheers

[@michaeleberry8663]

APPRECIATED THAT YOU LISTENED TO IT ALL...LOVED IT CAN'T HELP IT LOVE SOME ELVIS...

[@seanfitzpatrick4730]

Elvis has Universal appeal only two other men ever had it that's Muhammad Ali and Bruce Lee and and through his career Elvis showed many different talents even in acting too bad his management team squandered his talents most of the time Elvis has talent were not use right that being said Elvis was a man of many voices especially in the late fifties and early sixties he's sang everything from rockabilly to Opera Blues love ballads and Mexican music and did it well even in the 70s sad to say his declining years he was still able to belt out Rich powerful notes his versatility as a singer is definitely unmatched so is his iconic status no telling what Elvis could have achieved with better management even in his early movies King Creole Jailhouse Rock Kid Galahad flaming star wild in the country he showed some great acting potential and yes Elvis was a very good actor like I said to bad he had bad management anyhow still a legend will always be an icon his legacy will never die so many talents he had that people don't even talk about great video thank you

[@pallen49]

I read a long long time ago where many professional acting experts said Elvis was actually a pretty good actor. They didn't say he was bad or horrible...They shared the same sentiment as you...and I do too. To me personal, I think Elvis was a natural when comes to acting, especially in the type of roles he was cast.. he seems comfortable with it...all because due to his entertainment talent and abilities..imo

[@seanfitzpatrick4730]

@@pallen49 Elvis Presley made a handful of great movies that showed his acting potential Loving You Jailhouse Rock King Creole flaming star wild in the country Kid Galahad All Greek movies and performances Elvis was capable of so much more but he was her back and poorly managed he was a natural on the movie screen and he had tell it to do drama and comedy just as well he was offered many of the great movies but his management team kept turning them down just to make money on low-budget musicals but all in all he made at least 10 or 12 great movies and a few others that were entertaining Elvis had many talents they weren't always utilize right big part of his demise but he was very gifted and very talented in everything he did thank you have a good day

[@paulafearnow1343]

So right elvis did do everything. Only one no one will ever compare no one can come close. He was a gift. Forever remembered .... .

[@rong805]

Check out Elvis from 1968 Comeback Special, "Lawdy Miss Clawdy". This is the RAW Elvis!!

[@kristinadk]

I love your intuition. You are completely correct.❤

[@teamcougars]

Michael was a great performer, Elvis was the voice and charisma!

[@mariafletcher6603]

Hay Deven. If you like the king. It don't matter what level you put Elvis in. That's good enough for me. Elvis touched so many people all over the world including mine. There'll never be another entertainer like Elvis. Elvis will live in our hearts for ever. May he rest in peace. Everyone's got there own opinion. from UK

[@patcuvie]

"Who's Lovin' You" is one of the all time great blues songs; powerful vocal. Love Elvis and Love Michael. Both Great!

[@jennytmaher]

Elvis' voice had a warmth and richness that most others just can't match.

[@robertstar7463]

The 68 Comeback Special was the first "unplugged".

[@priscilapresotto4718]

Michel great ,Elvis the King and the Voice

[@elv5268]

Reaction American trilogy Hawaii live 1973, please thanks 😎👑🕺

[@garymontano1179]

Elvis is the GOAT because his voice sounds unbelievable especially when he sings gospel music - his 1st love.

[@christinebmorel5853]

The 👑 of music ❤ 💯🙏 🎸⚡ TCBTLC ⚡ 🇺🇸🇵🇷 amen.Rip Elvis,❤always.