Elvis Presley -If I Can Dream ('68 Comeback Special ) -REACTION VIDEO

[@hutchjohn1]

If everyone could wake up each morning and listen to Elvis sing, "If I can Dream," I know we could all be better than we are. A true and beautiful tribute to Dr. King.

[@davidmoss2548]

I won't water this down. Elvis Presley was the greatest performer of all time.

[@kangaroojack7678]

Hell yes the greatest he even sang in Spanish thank u Elvis from a Mexican

[@davehall8921]

RIP THE KING OF ROCK AND ROLL ✌🙏👏❤

[@pambb5743]

One and only one ELVIS. I love his beautiful voice , but most of all I love who Elvis was and what he still stands for.

[@Cath1027]

It was his tribute to doctor Martin Luther King Junior also Bobby Kennedy he admired them so much. He was emotionally, mentally and physically exhausted after singing that. His passion came through loud and clear.

[@stephanietip]

I don't know if it's true,but I like to believe it is,but I read after this performance he actually went back stage and broke down and cried.This performance was just that important and emotional to him.

[@kayrahe1141]

I Ditto this !! ❤

[@kayrahe1141]

Oooh Patrick do I see you fixen to react to Bridge Over Troubled Waters ??!!! Oh yes let's watch. ❤

[@luckygypsy9]

I've read he cried when he got offstage

[@drchrisheidelberg]

@@stephanietip it's true! Many of the words are directly MLK's words. RFK played on King's dream theme when he said he mentions George Bernard Shaw's quote and he flips it. I love that RFK meme, " I dream things that never were, and think why not." He died shortly after that!

[@paulasmith3179]

I'm so grateful for the young people that are discovering the greatness of Elvis. thank you.

[@evelynmabe7877]

I've said the same thing!

[@joker-rv8lh]

King elvis

[@ElissaStark514]

I’ve told my son, there’s hope! He only likes classic music, and I told him there’s this renaissance going on. It’s beautiful! Keep pushing! ❤️💚

[@paulobrien1910]

Who is Elvis

[@nordello65]

The total package. 2nd to None

[@suzyq7748]

That's our Elvis. He sang from his heart and soul....and he is missed so much.

[@anastasiacomino9024]

Eternal. Gone, never ever forgot.

[@jeffc6114]

Elvis actually sang in a Black Baptist Chuch Choir - The East Trigg - while in high school. He loved Gospel and you can hear that influence in this song .

[@Dorakaz1]

There will never be another one like him. Please do " An American Trilogy" from the Aloha in 73. Thank you sir, greetings from Greece 🇬🇷

[@kazshaw3945]

Elvis was not only a great Singer but a great Humanitarian also !He cared about people and tried to help as many as he could throughout his life! There are many, many stories of his kindness and generosity!

[@deborahdenny4110]

Elvis touches your soul with everything he sings

[@joker-rv8lh]

King elvis

[@tammyw.4526]

Elvis sang this song right after the death of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. It was such a dark time and so many had lost hope, then Elvis sang this song on national TV and lifted the hearts of a nation. I believe this song about "his dream" for a better world coming true was referencing Dr. King's "I Have a Dream" speech. I saw Elvis live in concert in 1972 and 1977, and he was a phenomenal singer and entertainer! There has never been and will never be another talent like him. I grew up listening to Elvis courtesy of my dad who was the Ultimate Elvis Fan, but I fell in love with Elvis' Gospel music first. I believe God intended Elvis to be the World's Greatest Gospel Singer, and Elvis became the Father of contemporary Gospel music. When Elvis came on the scene, Gospel music was regional, but Elvis made it international and won 3 Grammy awards for his two gospel songs and the How Great Thou Art album. Thanks again for introducing Elvis to the younger generation! Blessings, T.

[@johanley229]

Elvis was amazing and still is ..no one like him !!!!

[@helenraduka]

I love seeing the reaction to people as they listen to this song. I've heard this song hundreds of times and I still get tears and goosebumps. Elvis is The GOAT- Greatest singer of all time, as is this song. If only this could be a global Anthem, to bring people together, instead of dividing and tearing apart.

[@tammyjackson3113]

I grew up in Memphis and Elvis was just so special, he was so sad about MLK and Bobby Kennedy. SUCH EMOTION💙

[@bwana-ma-coo-bah425]

all for the show. Just like Elvis. Couldn't be bothered going to the funeral! All talk no action.

[@joker-rv8lh]

King elvis

[@cliffkelley6550]

@@bwana-ma-coo-bah425 you talk out of ignorance. Every year the man wrote hundreds of $1,000 checks for various charities and didn't want it out in the public. The man found out about a black lady in Memphis who had no legs and got around by handles on top of skates. Elvis went out and bought her the most expensive electric wheel chair one could by at that time. Doing a show in Texas, Texas did not want Elvis to bring his black back up singing girls. Elvis said if they don't come then I don't come. And had them driven out special in front of the audience. One of his cooks at Graceland was a sweet black lady named Mary. Not only did Elvis pay her a great salary, he also bought her a house as a gift. These are only a very small of the ACTION this man did. What have you done?

[@bwana-ma-coo-bah425]

@@cliffkelley6550 I am not the one on display. But if you must know I am a retired psychologist and lawyer and donate all my time working with underprivileged and abused children. Elvis was and always will be a marionette to the greatest puppeteer. Any of these charities black organizations? So he had a black housekeeper, was this job beneath a white person? or was he typecasting what white America had planned for the?.

[@Cath1027]

@@cliffkelley6550 don’t reply to haters Elvis was not just a gifted singer he was an amazing human being. He was emotionally and physically destroyed after that performance and sobbed backstage

[@522vtx]

77 years old. I grew up listening to Elvis, like millions have. I envy you to be on your journey to know his music. We know what you are now learning. Enjoy.

[@kimsloan4652]

Elvis was more than just an amazing performer. He was born dirt poor, served his country and made himself the man he became. Listen to “In the Getto”, a song directly from his heart. His gospel music is phenomenal too

[@awordfrompresidentpat1985]

Considering he did all of that as well I salute him as a King. Yes. I’m going to add that to my playlist right now. Thank you kindly!! 💯🙌🏿

[@michaelfarmer9472]

@@awordfrompresidentpat1985 Elvis never liked being called king. He always said there's only 1 king, and that's the Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ. How humble is that...the only one to be in all 5 Music Halls of Fame, set attendance records, set sales records, still has a world-wide fan base, had a BILLION PEOPLE WORLDWIDE watch the very first live global satellite television concert, etc...to say he's no king, just a man? He was raised up right!

[@evelynmabe7877]

@@michaelfarmer9472 He was a Mortal King, by the people's choice, not a Heavenly King, and he knew the difference!

[@annmariering6606]

@@awordfrompresidentpat1985 You won’t regret it, I promise!

[@bwana-ma-coo-bah425]

yes he did. he also was the only one in America to be born dirt poor and, he also was the only one in the whole of America to serve in the army. what a guy! Elvis wrote the song in the ghetto too! come down off the cross you fool we can use the wood.

[@LlamasAndFood]

Honestly, this is probably my favorite Elvis song of all time. Just the amount of emotion behind it alone... spectacular performance.

[@joanconrad8223]

Elvis worried he would be forgotten when he died. I hope wherever he is, he knows that all these decades later he is still the King and he can still touch people’s souls with his voice. And now, thanks to the new movie, another generation is getting introduced to this incredible incredible man and his music.

[@shepherd19551]

Elvis will never be forgotten. That is 100% for sure . A true great human being.

[@walterkronkitesleftshoe6684]

Elvis' voice... deep, rich, powerful, CONSUMATELY controlled but with an underlying RAW driving passion giving that rough edge to those beautiful words. I'm sad to say I don't think humankind will ever create such soulful perfection again.

[@sandramoore]

I once read something written to describe the way Elvis performed this song. They said it was as if Elvis was begging, pleading for a piece of heaven to come down to bring peace and brotherhood. I agree

[@laurieergas5689]

Elvis never sang this in concert. He said it was too special!

[@tanyawood275]

Stunning performer and Elvis was color blind! Wonderful tribute to Dr. King!!

[@benjamins.5428]

One of the most stunning preformence ever out there! Truly grateful and excited

[@Oldbutnotout65]

Elvis was devastated by the assassination of Martin Luther King & Kennedy (his friends), he was determined to express his feelings. It was a tribute to them, he wasn't supposed to sing this on the show... but he did it anyway. And he did... Elvis was the Man, the King !!!

[@evelynmabe7877]

BOOM, You just felt his SOUL ! I was blessed, I grew up with him in my life! I lived listening to his rock, his soul, his gospel, his crazy antics, Everything Elvis. Elvis's gospel songs was huge in my Church! All the men tried to be him! It was crazy!

[@ppresley9208]

Appreciate you delving into the legend that is Elvis ! I'm 76 and this performance always brings tears to my eyes! There will never be another artist like him, but as good as he was , he was a better man in his treatment of his fellow human beings!!

[@evelynmabe7877]

Do you happen to be related?

[@ppresley9208]

I wish ... just a huge fan !!!

[@DreamyElvis]

Truth!

[@jessiem276]

@@evelynmabe7877 I'm actually related to Elvis. His daddy was my paternal grandpa's cousin. I just wish I had gotten to meet him. He was an awesome man. My family loved him very much.

[@kathifielder1110]

I respect your decision to react to Elvis's solo version of this song after the slamming you took over the duet version. I think they're both beautiful. Personally, as an Elvis fan since 1956, it brings me joy to watch you discover his unique and extraordinary talent.

[@howrued1500]

I agree! Of course this is the MUST SEE, but the Celine duet is beautiful for for sevl reasons as well: her voice, the amazing technology, and it introduced yet another generation to Elvis! The last to me is the most beautiful of all.

[@pilartena4648]

Efecctivament, veure com joves admiren i valoren l'art i el talent d Elvis, m'agrada i em complau molt. Gràcies 💓🎵🎸🎤Elvis per sempre

[@stevepomeroy-rockin-pa-realtor]

@@howrued1500 I agree! However, only this performance is the anthem. This is the one that will be remembered and what people will feel most connected to, the original. I enjoyed the heck out of the Celine duet tho! :)

[@bwana-ma-coo-bah425]

@@stevepomeroy-rockin-pa-realtor Oh hello Steven Pomeroy. I see once again you are trolling another Elvis reaction. You obviously have double standards.

[@marlon-jl4ge]

Elvis is the best

[@jeromiemunoz2920]

When he got to the line "out there in the dark there's a beckoning candle" is my favorite part because his voice and aura of his being hits you all at once and your just blown away of his passion and talent!

[@travelingwithfrenchtraveler]

Ecstatic this song is getting exposure, we all need this type of inspiration right now. My parents always listened to Elvis while I was growing up, I was very fortunate to be exposed to his incredible voice at a young age. This song is one of my favorites.

[@drboris01]

I remember the first time I saw and heard Elvis do this song. It was the closest thing I will ever have to a religious experience. Even now, years later, I still get goosebumps.

[@NettiGaming]

You put it perfectly. I'm not religious and tweet I felt the torch of love the touch of god ❤️

[@fruitybird7487]

There is something SO GOSPEL about Elvis's singing and his back up singers! He sang that with every single part of his heart and soul. The backing singers cried after that performance they were so moved. They said they'd never heard him sing like that. He was truly speaking to God in that performance!

[@rebeccafriedrichwilhelm2449]

This song Elvis made a point of singing on his 68' Comeback Special as a tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King

[@lewisclabough8305]

Sung alive, No Autotune! Just pure talent!

[@bingovegas4867]

Sung alive as opposed to being dead? Sung LIVE!!!!

[@christhornycroft3686]

Some people are born for the modern studio, but back then, if you couldn’t sing live, you were done. I believe Soul Train of all shows was the first or one of to insist on lip syncing. A lot of shows had to be live on the spot. You didn’t get a second chance.

[@andre-lucvezina291]

This is the REASON Why Mr Elvis Presley is the 👑. The Man , the voice. Elvis for ever 👑 👍🏼🎸🎼🤟🏼

[@בלהאלגריסי]

שיר מדהים מלא רגש ועוצמה❤❤❤❤אהבתי את התגובה שלך🤘🤘🤘👍👍👍🫶🫶🫶

[@lutdesimpelaere2947]

Best performance from Elvis. And best song. No doubt. Definitely do “ in the Ghetto” and “ suspicious minds” . Two totally different songs, both amazing

[@LNielsenDK]

Try to listen to “💙Blue Christmas with Elvis “🙏. From Denmark 🇩🇰

[@buckdeal7667]

You need to listen to I will never fall in love again, just pretend, undeniably blue… he recorded well over 400 songs and has sold more albums than any other singer or group in history…

[@christhornycroft3686]

That whole special was incredible. It was very of its time but also timeless. The opening to this special is great, too. He opens with a badass rendition of the blues banger Trouble from King Creole followed by the rockabilly song Guitar Man written by Jerry Reed.

[@joegreen9987]

This beautiful song means so much love and prayers people's needs to learn and understand and lesson to the word"s to this beautiful song means they need to play this song today 2024 ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@leighgabriel6824]

42 is no age to die, but the impact he made in those 42 years is ridiculous. I wasn't even part of this world when he passed away, but he, posthumously, helped to shape my music taste from a very young age. I'm 41 now and I still find myself listening to his music. If that doesn't speak to people about what an extraordinary talent Elvis Presley is/was, then I honestly don't know. People will still be discussing his music when I'm long gone.

[@davidmarquez6505]

Great reaction! I am so pleased that the younger people are finding out about this unparalleled entertainer. I have seen quotes from other well known greats and many have said that this is the greatest live performance ever. Elvis was and is the King.

[@colemcleod941]

I absolutely love your heartfelt reaction to this song by Elvis. It's so gratifying to see other people effected as much as I was. I discovered this video back in 2008, while singing as a regular at karaoke, and I was so moved, I learned it, as accurately in his delivery as possible. It was a workout - not only singing-wise, but emotionally - it brings up feelings that both added power to my voice, and other parts would suck the wind right out of me, and I would start sobbing - and have to stop, take a break, and try again. When I finally felt ready, after working this song for a week or more, I sung it at open-mic night, and was so energized by it, I nailed it, full voice, all my feeling came thru full force. I don't do Elvis impersonations or anyone else, but when I find someone's performance of a song that just absolutely sends me - I just have to emulate them as closely as possible; I want to sound like THAT... Elvis did the same thing, with opera singers especially, later in his life. He met a guy named Roy Hamilton, and I kid you not - Elvis spent the remaining years working up that crazy-good vibrato... emulating Hamilton's style very, very closely. Here's the link to Roy Hamilton's song that caught my attention, so much that I edited my own video of Hamilton, leading to my discovering these two met and became friends; kzbin.info/www/bejne/mZXKnKyQacagiZo Elvis knew what worked, and was an incredible student of singing. I think he was the greatest self-taught singer of all. So I took his example, and sang that song, breath for breath, exactly like him, and for the first time, I had people coming up to me smiling thru tears, crying, thanking me. In that moment, I finally understood what it felt like to be a conduit, part of something so big, that I had just been picked up by, carried for a bit, and put gently back down again, on the ground. This is a very special song.

[@WinifredOdriscoll]

God was just showing off when he made Elvis. Elvis gave God all the Glory❣️ some people just feel it right away❣️ So many pepple accused him of being prejudiced without doing the research.. This song nails his truth.

[@grandmarie7638]

So glad I found this today. I love when a young person begins to "get" Elvis. His voice is a gift for the ages. I grew up listening to his records and watched his very first TV appearance. He only got better with time. His spirituals have no equal for me. What a God-given talent we all are blessed to witness, whether 70 years ago like myself or yesterday like so many others. Thank you for appreciating him.

[@r.a.m.productions1229]

After this performance, he walked backstage, collapsed on the floor, curled up into a fetus position, and cried. Great reaction.

[@misslou252]

Wow really. Bless him. He was exhausted. Amazing performance . Special man . Gifted .

[@bluebuddy46422]

I love seeing young people discover Elvis .Now you see greatness .Live,raw,clear ,soulful ...yup wow !!

[@JudySrp]

Thank you for your kind words towards Elvis and his music. It's so refreshing to hear someone give him the respect he always deserved. He truly was a man before his time. He truly loved talking to Dr King, and would follow him when he was in Memphis. During the latest movie called ELVIS, his character mentions that Dr. King always spoke the truth. Dr. King told him that "when things become to dangerous to say...sing" It was right after his assassination, Elvis was putting together his 68 Comeback special. He felt the world was hurting and he needed to say something. This song was written for this reason for that time. I very much enjoy your work God Bless

[@בלהאלגריסי]

ביצוע אדיר.שיר מלא כנות ורגש❤❤❤אהבתי את התגובה שלך🤘🤘🤘🤘👍👍👍🫶🫶🫶

[@SherriAllsman]

Elvis had a philosophy that each and every performance he gave should be as if he is debuting a song for the first time. He wanted his audience to walk away feeling like it was the first show they attended every time he performed. When he was on stage nothing else mattered but the fans. He truly performed for the love of his fans. He didn't feel his contributions as a singer were enough. He loved this country and he loved his fans. Maybe someday you'll get to meet him if witness protection will ever let him emerge from hiding. He truly is the king.

[@markkennerly3768]

This is a voice that is untouched by computers to.My all time favorite performer ever

[@karenfrost2792]

Another amazing reaction. Lots of younger people are now realising how fantastic this man and his voice truly are. ❤️

[@vvardama1959]

I never appreciated him during his lifetime, I was 18 in 1977. I re-discovered him in my 30s, plus his image is iconic. His gospel is the best.

[@rhondadananay2106]

He was advised not to do this song…they said it was too controversial. He did it anyway. Was exhausted after this performance. He went backstage laid on the floor and cried!

[@ronwatson4135]

*Nashville had Country Music, Memphis had Blues and Soul,* *Elvis had the Voice and Rhythm and became the King of Rock & Roll;*

[@kathifielder1110]

I found a video that I'd love to see you react to: ELVIS - 5 songs from April 9th, 1972 Hampton Roads, Virginia (12:29). It shows Elvis's talent, vocal ability, versatility, humor, passion, etc. all in under 13 minutes.

[@sallycook]

BTW Patrick I really enjoy your enthusiastic response to my musical idol, Elvis. As you progress through your journey I think you will be surprised by Elvis’ versatility as well as his ability to connect to his audience at an emotional level.

[@robbansa]

Excellent reaction, it will be interesting to follow your Elvisjourney.

[@bwana-ma-coo-bah425]

it will probably end up in the toilet just like Elvis. better stay away from Elvis.

[@marlon-jl4ge]

Elvis is unmatchad

[@alameas6358]

@@bwana-ma-coo-bah425 Is that a comment of an intelligent person??? Not imo! Sorry, but this is a comment of an Elvis hater! It has nothing to do with Elvis the singer and artist. It's disrespectful, destructive, but first of all it's tasteless!

[@bwana-ma-coo-bah425]

@@alameas6358 yes you are correct

[@alameas6358]

@@bwana-ma-coo-bah425 Honestly? Oder in meiner Sprache...... Ehrlich gemeint?

[@Snorkebogan]

Welcome To The Family❤️😉

[@joker-rv8lh]

King elvis

[@marlon-jl4ge]

Elvis is the best

[@priamelada5623]

You are so respectful toward Elvis and you are such a beautiful person! 🙏🙏🙏

[@awordfrompresidentpat1985]

Aww thank you. I truly respect and appreciate great music and artist. 😊💯

[@TheBohemianAngels]

Pat, don't beat yourself too. much on not knowing what and who Elvis was. Its quite easy for younger generation who didn't live around the time, too easily forget about the past, and that's why the statement that history repeats itself when one forgets, exists. The main thing is that you have found it. And that's cool.

[@reiss529]

It is absolutely amazing and awesome to hear Elvis Presley singig all his Songs, resurfacing fir the very very old in the 80 ish, 70 ish and down down and Generations is Brilliantly requested, it makes me in my late 70 ish feeling young again, this will Stop the Dementia effecting on most of us. Thank you so so much President Patrick Smith, we love your facial expressions and your body languages 😂😂👍👍👌👌☦️🛐🙏🏻💞💞🕊💫🌈🌟❤️‍🔥💖😍🤩👍

[@sanyrub]

My fave song from his. This rendition is amazing. Although there are many. I have known Elvis the name and some of his songs all my life (I´m 37) but had not really listened to him until recently. He deserves the legnd category for sure. He seems like a nice human being and he is absolutely captivating to watch. Reminds me of Whitney and the likes in that regard.

[@awordfrompresidentpat1985]

You and me both. I’m 36 and I’ve always knew Elvis. But, never like this. This song is definitely legendary and inspirational. I honestly really love his music now. 💯🙌🏿

[@DarkSkies72]

I love your reactions, you never pause or talk over the artist. You listen, then react. And you know your shit, brilliant.

[@awordfrompresidentpat1985]

Thank you so much !! Glad you enjoyed 🙏🏾

[@cynthiaperry4974]

Gospel by ELVIS is soul deep

[@anave_duttonstyle1965]

I'm 56 years old and have been a fan of Elvis all of my life. Your reaction to my all time favorite Elvis song is amazing. I'm so proud of you.... That's the reaction that's intended. This is exactly why Elvis is the King Of Rock and Roll!! I cry every time I hear this song and just like back then, this song is so true for the times we are in right now. Thank you for playing this song and for your genuine reaction.

[@sheilagimino6685]

They didn't want him to end with this song but he insisted, it meant a lot to him

[@michles9776]

I never get tired of this... Amazing man our Elvis :)

[@bwana-ma-coo-bah425]

druggie

[@joker-rv8lh]

King elvis

[@michaellawliss3049]

THIS REACTION WAS WORTH IT ALL!!!! 👏👏👏👏

[@hippopotaman075]

This is Elvis's best performance ever.😊🌏

[@bpfromowc]

A stunning performance. Pitch perfect.

[@cleret1407]

So glad a whole new generation has woken to the greatness of Elvis Presley. 🙏

[@hiredgun05]

Through his music, Elvis had a way to bring people together. Elvis was born in Tupelo, and spent most of his life living in Memphis. He had both life and music influences from almost every American culture, which made him a fantastic person and artist. Elvis was one of the few who did not forget where they came from. We could use a few more people like him today. Welcome to the rest of the world of music. We're glad you're here!

[@sherylmcclure400]

Elvis is the only person that puts so much passion and emotion and strong and powerful voice that he puts you under his spell

[@jimmyb1499]

"If I Can Dream" was written by Walter Earl Brown with Presley in mind for the grand finale on NBC's "Elvis", known as Elvis' ‘68 Comeback Special (June 20-23). After Presley heard the demo, he proclaimed "I'm never going to sing another song I don't believe in. I'm never going to make another movie I don't believe in." In his nine years remaining, he kept his promise. Being the grand finale of the 1968 Elvis special is why Elvis says "Thank you, good night." (en.wikipedia.org/wiki/If_I_Can_Dream)

[@Drezd1950]

The special was actually in December.

[@michaeldoucett4913]

This was a 6 months after Martin Luther King died! His manager insisted this song not be done on special, to only do xmas songs- He grew up with black friends and was directly inspired and learned from black artists. He had a huge heart and expressed he wanted to sing something from his heart, like gospel he grew up on! He was so broken hearted and recoded this song two months after MLK passed as a result of his support and emotional connection with black people! This was one of the most powerful protest songs, written for him by his pal to express his hurt and dissapointment in the war and the trauma in the USA- Mainly about Hatred! "If I Can Dream" was written by Walter Earl Brownm it was notable for its similarities with Martin Luther King Jr.'s 1963 "I Have a Dream" speech.. It was recorded by Presley in June 1968, just two months after King's assassination. This makes the song even more legendary ! Thats why we feel all his compassion in the delivery! His manager threatened to fire him if he did this and he did it anyways! All his recordings are brilliant ,"In the ghetto is my fav" another song written directly for his compassion for the disenfranchised ! He was such a kind human!This comeback special has his most powerful songs because they were blues and gospel the two things he leaned from the black community! People say he appropriated black culture! Well he did and always paid homage! The trtuh is black pople started rock and roll! Little Richard and Sister Rosetta Tharpe! Elvis grew up poor and could relate! Truly an icon!

[@JamieTrentWalker]

Now you know… Elvis is like no other.

[@stevedahlberg8680]

"Go on a journey the right way" . What a great way to express that. That's awesome.

[@shepherd19551]

Elvis is one of a kind . No body else can come close to his star .

[@lizrutherford2656]

54 years later and we're still not there.

[@dontquitdreamsarepossible]

Love Elvis I grew up listening to it My mom was a huge fan rest in Peace King

[@honeysucklerose134]

In my opinion nowadays Elvis doesn’t get the recognition he deserves. He could sing a variety of styles of music and make it his own - whether that was rock, gospel, country, blues, ballads etc.

[@bwana-ma-coo-bah425]

maybe because people know there is better stuff out there. and they have woken up to the fact that Elvis was all talk and no action.

[@honeysucklerose134]

@@bwana-ma-coo-bah425 Each to his own.

[@bwana-ma-coo-bah425]

@@honeysucklerose134 too hard for you?

[@honeysucklerose134]

@@bwana-ma-coo-bah425 Don’t kid yourself. Individuals who goad and have a personal agenda are best ignored. Consider yourself incommunicado in future.

[@joker-rv8lh]

Elvis King

[@anjakrames5705]

There are no words how great Elvis was Thank you for your great reaction

[@diperry4026]

The passion he had in this performance is the greatest of all time.

[@tlbeman]

I watched this performance at the age of 13, although already totally a fan of Elvis and blown away, I never realized the true significance of this song until many years later. Thank you for your recognition of his vocal and impassioned performance.

[@brettdodge8699]

I love someone's reaction when they've seen/heard this for the first time!

[@747981]

The Best singer of all time!!!

[@j.l.whorton8148]

Elvis had more charisma in his pinky than most stars now have in their whole bodies.

[@joannrumbley1490]

He's the greatest singer, performer with the biggest heart. Check out Elvis' generosity and the things he did for people with out anybody knowing about it. I heard recently that Elvis encountered a young child at his concert that was blind. He got on stage and hugged her and gave her a scarf. Then after the show she was asked backstage to see Elvis. Elvis gave her a check for $50,000 and tickets to all his concerts and travel arrangements and accomodations. He had a giant loving heart.

[@JHargis68]

Elvis didn't hoard up his money. He used to to make himself happy but also to help others and make others happy. He gave away massive amounts of money during his lifetime.

[@yvetteheller1083]

I totally agree!!! This song just blows my mind, too!!! So profound and beautiful!!❤❤❤❤

[@Gooneress]

"That man is definitely The King." If I Can Dream is such a wonderful song, delivered with unbelievable passion and emotion from Elvis, as you noted. As many here will tell you, it was his tribute to Dr Martin Luther King, slain in that same year of 1968. The message is, sadly, as relevant as ever. Elvis didn't sing many socially conscious songs, but the few that he did haven't aged. That's both good (in terms of his music catalogue) and bad (in terms of society). You make so many pertinent observations and your shocked reaction reminds me of the first time I heard it decades ago; I couldn't believe it was the same Elvis Presley of Don't Be Cruel, It's Now Or Never and all those fluffy 1960s movies because this is next-level Elvis Presley. I wish we could've had more like it. I'm glad you will take a deep dive into more Elvis. Note - he's like a box of chocolates without the menu card; you just never know which Elvis you're going to get.

[@Gooneress]

@@bwana-ma-coo-bah425 Denigrating people with addiction issues says more about you than them. I can only assume you had crap parents who didn't teach you to have empathy for others.

[@joker-rv8lh]

King elvis

[@stevepomeroy-rockin-pa-realtor]

@@bwana-ma-coo-bah425 Do you spend all day just trolling Elvis videos on the internet? I mean, don't you do anything else throughout the day? What value do you get for yourself in this?

[@alameas6358]

@@Gooneress 1. I totally agree! 2. You are closer to the truth than you think!

[@marlon-jl4ge]

Elvis is a humble Person

[@debbers]

Elvis was passion and love, you could hear it in his singing and he was a truly great American that cared about absolutely everyone! I loved your reaction to this! Keep going the dive will be very deep!

[@mikearnold67]

Elvis and you took me to church. Great reaction

[@patticriss2238]

You’re just at the beginning. He was a dominant force in music for his 20 years in music. The man could sing anything. Thanks for the time you put in.

[@evelynmabe7877]

Yes he could, and many people exploited that, and used him! He was humble man, didn't like conflict, so he did what ever he was told to do, UNTIL, they tried to hurt the people he loved and cared cared about. Then he found his spine!

[@bwana-ma-coo-bah425]

and died as a drug taker. what a guy. something for your children to aspire to.

[@patticriss2238]

@@bwana-ma-coo-bah425 bring human is tough. Being so famous you can’t leave your house. Feeling so responsible for the hundreds of people that you employed from their youth to their death. Yeah, horrible example. We all have struggles. I’m sure your life is perfect and youve never had issues you didn’t know how to handle or You worked so hard your body collapsed and you had to rest. It must be difficult living the high pressure life YOU have which makes you judgmental and petty. Elvis changed the world. Tell me what your contributions to humanity have been?

[@joker-rv8lh]

Elvis the only one king

[@marlon-jl4ge]

King elvis everything else is Bullshit

[@joannekarow4463]

he always gave 100% heart and soul in every song he ever sang. Recorded or live. Never another.

[@carolinemarie44]

I just love this wonderful man, Elvis loved all people💜

[@puensi666]

1986 Inducted into rock ‘n’ roll Hall of fame. 1998 inducted into country Hall of fame. 2001 inducted into gospel Hall of fame. Only one

[@WillieMaeLedoux-qh7jh]

He was telling everybody at that time love one another come together one another TCB

[@kimmaguder2012]

There is no mistaking this song was a straight up petition of prayer right from the stage and he even waves it out into the audience before he grounds that intention into the earth at the end. His energetic field is so vast and he wields it through his heart and throat chakra as he sings. A perfect example of sharing the gifts God gave you in service to others.

[@ItalianAngel21175]

I can not listen to this song without crying! Please understand that is truly how he felt. This song resonates with many of us! 🙏💖😊🌹

[@rolo1955]

This was from his 1968 comeback special . I'm lucky enough to have witnessed this performance live. I believe it was aired on NBC. Watched it as a kid and it was the talk the next day at school, kind if like watching a Heavyweight world title fight. The man had the looks, Charisma and talent!

[@jjbud3124]

I watched it in my late 20's. I had been an Elvis fan, but when I heard him sing this I was completely blown away. It is just indescribable.

[@ruthanncrandall3978]

Elvis put his heart and soul into this song.He sang this song for MLK,he was saddened by the death of MLK.

[@rontrudell3358]

Elvis had the greatest VOICE of the twentieth century. Where you been. Canada

[@yvettecleveland2757]

My man!!!! See...I been fan 4 eva!!! He's Mesmerizing. 😢❤❤❤