First time watching Elvis - Elvis Presley - An American Trilogy (Reaction!)

[@richardrowe1538]

no this is Elvis proving he is one of the greatest vocalist of all time .

[@KellyMiller-zc3nu]

Next MJ! ,MJ married Lisa Marie because he was obsessed with Elvis!

[@terrywags982]

Coolest dude to ever walk the planet !

[@toodlescae]

Elvis didn't have a genre. He WAS a genre all his own.

[@justafanmiller7486]

Boom. You said it!

[@bradhuskers]

His chameleon voice changed multiple times in his very short life. He was soul, depth and diversity personified

[@LDY_Mik_Dee]

Agreed

[@jenniezamek2849]

There will be other great performers, but there will never be another Elvis.

[@garrysysling445]

toodlescae you are right he didn't have a genre Elvis had 6 genres

[@amberrose8756]

Elvis was a fan of his back up singers and musicians. There is no one on earth that will ever be better than Elvis.

[@stege9979]

Elvis is the King. The king of rock and roll and many genres besides it.

[@jeffienevarez5301]

This is why Elvis stands alone as the King.

[@dianecogan9066]

No one else will ever replace Elvis...no other like him.

[@NurseBrian2003]

No one can equal his talent. People back then had thicker skin. He was a total package

[@paulasmith3179]

This is live and during Elvis's time there was no auto tune, just talent. thank you

[@pammoore180]

One of the voice coaches that watch him sing..says he couldn't be auto tuned even if they had auto tning back in those days... he showed how with auto tuning couldn't be used on his voice because his range was too high and to strong when he was singing a song.. then how he changed from Verato to tenor..to bearatone.. and everything that the auto tuning would reach with his voice... So he TRULY WAS ONE OF A KIND... AND ALWAYS WILL BE..I SAW ELVIS IN CONCERT WHEN I WAS 16...I CAN'T REMEMBER ONE SONG HE SANG... BUT, I CAN STILL SEE HIM IN THAT WHITE JUMPSUIT... LOOKING SO GOOD..LOL..

[@rachet0708]

Elvis' sound man said that there was a completely clean mix during his live performances. No chorus or reverb, no delay on any part, nothing but his voice and talent.

[@BigRed-Heron]

Did y’all noticed how BIG and QUIET the crowd was when he sings! You can hear a pin drop!!

[@sandralybrand9425]

I watched that same video and he showed how great Elvis voice was! Of course we knew that?

[@damonmusselman406]

This comment has been made on another channel by another contributor, but I love it, and it bears repeating: “Elvis didn’t need any light shows or special effects; Elvis WAS the special effect.“

[@cdfdesantis699]

Elvis Presley could sing ANYTHING! Thanks for your reaction.

[@sopala3952]

1.5 Billion in 40 countries watched this live.. more than man’s first landing on moon!

[@edchan8653]

Sopala you said all that needed to be said about the live Elvis concert!

[@SamSung-le2ho]

I heard it would have been more but the colonel was charging too much....some countries wouldn't pay it

[@matrix5000100]

@@SamSung-le2ho Germany were the live transmission costs too expensive. Therefore it was shown in Germany a few days later. Germany was stupid then and it is again today. Greetings from Germany.

[@SamSung-le2ho]

@@matrix5000100 same with UK I believe

[@matrix5000100]

@@SamSung-le2ho May be. I don't know.

[@AVGuyhall]

Elvis had humble beginnings in Tupelo, MS. If you're ever near there, go by his birthplace. Even though he was a Southern white man, he didn't have a racist bone in his body and was extremely generous to those around him and even people he just met. An American icon.

[@nitalopes515]

He is king of rock & roll because there's no other like him and will never be that's why he's referred to as the king

[@jimmyboy2165]

I believe he was the king because he literally was the best at everything he did, touched and sang. RIP Elvis you truly really were the KING and we all loved you and still do and always will.

[@williamlang9693]

King of every popular music genre.

[@judyking1011]

Any fan of Elvis ( myself included since 1956, Elvis’s Breakout Year) knows that Elvis didn’t like being called The King, he would always say: “ There is only one King! And he would point to the Heavens when he said that! He was a humble and man of of God, who would also say: There is only one perfect man, Jesus Christ, and he would admit in some of his interviews that he has faltered, and doesn’t like himself when he loses his temper, not that it’s often, but nonetheless, he doesn’t like himself when it happens. Rest In Sweet Peace Elvis ❤😢💔🎶☮️🕺

[@Insanedoberman]

What amazes me is that 1 out of every 5 people on the planet in 1973 watched this live….the Cold War was at its peak…Vietnam was still raging…there far fewer TVs…but Elvis was just that amazing and popular. It was him in front of well over a billion people. And yes I watched it live…

[@VidarLund-k5q]

I watched it along with 1,5 billion viewers worldwide.

[@theodoreritola7641]

THE SUPER 70s for sure

[@jmartinez9332]

No exaggeration he is to this day the biggest star in our countries history. Best selling artist of all time. In 1973 the earth had 4.5 billion people and 1.5 billion saw his concert which means 1 of every 3 people on the planet saw that show. Those numbers are other worldly. He didn't have MTV, internet, cellphones, tablets, satellite TV, cable tv to promote it either.

[@Maydoggie]

There is a reason that Elvis was voted the greatest entertainer of the 20th century. Trilogy: 3 different songs from the Civil War era. Dixie was a southern song, Battle Hymn of the Republic (Glory Hallelujah) was the Union's war song, and All My Trials was an African lullaby.

[@62shearer]

The King 🎤 long live ELVIS. The Legend.

[@deb7times8]

The song is made from 3 songs Dixie" - a popular folk song about the southern United States. "The Battle Hymn of the Republic" - a marching hymn of the Union Army during the American Civil War; and. "All My Trials" - a Bahamian lullaby related to African American spirituals and widely used by folk music revivalists.

[@msvickiGa]

Thank you, I was about to write the same info.

[@CindyNavarro]

I came to say the same. 🙂

[@docjeffrey9149]

Sorry I didn't see your comment that's pretty much what I just wrote LOL

[@grahammalcolm7130]

Elvis is many things . When he started in the 50s it was Rock full off energy . I58 to 60 he got drafted into the Army . 60s movie contracts 68 Co.back outstanding 70s vegas and touring . There are so many parts of elvis it's hard to describe but I hope you enjoy the journey

[@dianne8754]

His Gospel was so much better than his rock and roll. Kentucky Rain is great...Elvis lived w the black neighborhoods.He came from humble beginnings.

[@judypetitto]

He is the King you have a lot to discover its not just rock and roll.Why we love and miss him so.

[@Elvis-1958]

The king at his finest.long may his memory carry on .

[@johnlittlejohn9213]

He was given the award for being "Entertainer of the Century"

[@shellimack8839]

Nothing but respect for Elvis! Best voice ever!!

[@bradhuskers]

And it's remarkable how his chameleon voice changed multiple times in his very short life.

[@belindavanlingen8464]

Best, no better , ever One of my favorite ,, I even saw him live in concert ❤

[@clapolla]

The greatest entertainer the world will ever know

[@SuspiciousMinds65]

Something you don't understand nobody had ever been that famous Elvis was learning on the job...nobody today will ever be that famous

[@craigrobbins3540]

Elvis was a gift for humanity . Like a diamond. Rare and unique . There will never be another .

[@chrisfox9373]

Make no mistake, Elvis was the king of rock and roll. He proved it right here.. what a giant!!!!!!

[@JenniferFenning-xc3pp]

I don’t know why everybody says “fat” Elvis. He had a lot of health issues but his voice and talent never wavered THAT IS WHY HES THE KING

[@donnaqueen8766]

AMEN!! Only ONE Elvis never to be another like him, ever ever!!!

[@ChefBarb58]

AMEN 💙

[@craigholt3485]

Elvis was THE music of his era.

[@theodoreritola7641]

ANY ERA PERIOD But the most popular was the 70s

[@smiller2047]

Still gives me chills

[@susancrouthamel760]

I went to this Aloha concert 1973 n sat 3rd row center n couldn't take my eyes off of him. I was a crazy 21 year old girl and even jumped up on my seat n thru him a kiss n he winked at me, I was on cloud nine lol.I listened to Elvis since 1956)This was broadcasted around the world and seen by 1.5 Billion people. His pianist Glenn Hardin rearranged this song. ( fun fact when growing up his music teacher said he didn't have what it takes to be a great singer Was given a C in that class) Elvis sang RNR, Gospel ( which he got 3 Grammy awards for n his favorite music) Country, Blues n other music. You noticed the diamond ringwell all his jewelry was real gems. He also had 3 large gold rings on right hand, the diamond could buy a house. That suit was called American Eagle n weighed 70 pounds ( yes that's true) His cape he wore sometimes weighed 20 pounds.He was the most generous man on earth giving away most of his money to family, friends and people in need. He gave away money, Jewelry ,Motorcycles,Houses,Trips, Paid medical bills when people didn't have insurance, Gave to Many charities, I could write you a book,. I never met Elvis but was friends with Charlie Hodge his confidant and best friend for years after Elvis died n he told me many great stories about Elvis. Charlie lived at Graceland with Elvis for 17 years and he got to know Elvis as a human being not the famous star.i better stop before you get bored. You can tell I loved Elvis and Charlie, I love your reactions esp when you read the lyrics, getting a true understanding of what the songs are telling us. Thank you for keeping Elvis music alive n keep the videos coming

[@Cashcrop54]

I will never forget watching this Live on TV. It was such a huge event being beamed all over the world. I still watch it several times a year and gives me goosebumps every time.

[@Myboymyboy1212]

Jealous

[@loristone9242]

I remember it, too. I was 5 years old, and myself, my parents and siblings were watching it in our living room.

[@brianoliver4334]

If you lived in Asia, it could be be watched live. Here in the US it was a recording of the show. It was still awe inspiring though.

[@dollywilson3395]

Yep..I did too

[@carolynphelan6734]

Glory Hallelujah is the chorus of the "Battle Hymn of the Republic".

[@southernlady160]

Elvis was the Father of Rock and Roll and no one has EVER come close to being what Elvis is, a performer loved by millions of fans who even after 50 yrs of his sad death, still listening and enjoying his many wonderful talents!

[@trishdaniel6196]

ELVIS WENT DOWN IN THE HALL OF FAME IN 5 DIFFERENT GENRES OF MUSIC: ROCKABILLY, GOSPEL, ROCK AND ROLL, BLUES, AND RHYTHM AND AND BLUES....ELVIS' GRAMMYS' ALL CAME FROM HIS GOSPEL MUSIC. HE HAD MORE 2-SIDES HITS THAN ANY OTHER ARTIST INCLUDING TO THIS DAY. I'M SO HAPPY TO BE ABLE TO SAY I SAW HIM LIVE IN HIS CONCERTS, SOMETHING YOU WILL NEVER FORGET!!. On Jan. 14, 1973, Elvis performed at the International Convention Center in Honolulu, Hawaii. This wasn't just any show - this was “Aloha from Hawaii.” Between the live show and delayed broadcasts, an estimated total of 1.5 billion people worldwide watched “Aloha from Hawaii.”

[@WoodsWoman822]

And The Pop Hall Of Fame So 6.

[@garygoodman4342]

Also the Country Music Hall of Fame in 1998

[@MellyFuller]

Also the martial arts hall of fame!

[@bacardistuff8108]

Why are you screaming? Christ.

[@martyarnold4159]

We are truly lucky and blessed to have had the privilege of not only seeing him in person but feeling the magic that was a part of his presence. i saw him 3xs in 1973 and once in 1976, and there's nothing I would trade those experiences for, except maybe the opportunity to sit and have a conversation with him❤️

[@tommycullen2850]

1 and a half billion people watched this concert live more than the moon landing

[@amberrose8756]

Elvis is everything - I love him more than anything. He is literally perfection!

[@patbaker5359]

Elvis changed music for every generation.

[@juliabel2]

As you can see in this among many of his performances, he was directing the orchestra, and singers! He was an amazing talent, never to be duplicated!

[@KingsleyThomson-j1w]

not fat yet,,show a little respect for you never walked in this man's shoes he was the first in so many things in his career,, there was no one before him to pave the way!!! Elvis was a megastar and a generous man and his fans will always love him,,, RIP great man 🌺🇦🇺💕🎵

[@tommeelliott1008]

AMEN!!!!! Well said my friend❤

[@jessicacoleman4673]

I agree. Very disrespectful.

[@mikefuchs-sb8pv]

right, and you open the video dissin your woman?! you dont deserve her creep, and dissin the King def aint cool..

[@travesotom6890]

Exactly, but he doesn’t know any better, he wasn’t aware of Elvis medical issues 😎

[@pennyyoung3166]

Love Elvis always no one else can compare

[@RobertWayneJoyce]

Only Elvis could wear stage wear like this and pull it off 👍

[@carolynford8294]

This was in Hawaii and the whole world got to watch via satellite. I was only 9 or 10 years old. No one can re-create his voice. What you hear is pure voice. I was born in 1964, my mom got to watch him rise as a star. Then she played his albums when I was a baby, she said that is the only thing that I could fall asleep to. Now I make sure all my grandkids know who he is and his story.

[@loriyoung9747]

I too introduced ELVIS to my grandkids ❤

[@sherrygorbet6141]

@carolynford8294 other than bring born in '66 myself, what you said is word for word my story❤

[@tommyrregina1227]

HOPEFULLY, YOUR GRANDCHILDREN WILL PASS ON ELVIS ❤️🎤❤TO THEIR GREAT GREAT GREAT GREAT GREAT GRANDCHILDREN ❤️❤️💕💕🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@sherrygorbet6141]

@@tommyrregina1227 my little 4yr old granddaughter already stops playing & gets up & dances and shouts "momma it's Mimi's Evis" (& I spelled that wrong on purpose bc she doesn't quite have the L down yet 😆)whenever Elvis comes on the Alexa my daughter plays in their apt, so I know she's already hooked!! I'm pretty sure his legacy & music will continue to be James down the generations in my family at least. Have an amazing day👑🎵🎶🎸🎤😎✌🙏✝️😘❤❣

[@sherrygorbet6141]

Passed* sorry it's still early, don't know where James came from 😆

[@The_Hollywood_Mission]

AS A KID,I WATCHED THE ALOHA CONCERT WHEN IT FIRST AIRED IN 73 ON TV❤❤❤ I LOVE ELVIS NO MATTER WHAT❤❤❤

[@peggyradeck9140]

Elvis did a bit of everything. He always sang some gospel during all of his concerts. Elvis is, was and always will be the king💜

[@theodoreritola7641]

MJ Who ?

[@hackermusic3355]

Understatement of the century: ""He's talented." 😃

[@draculimpaler4507]

There never was nor will ever be anyone as brilliant as Elvis....he is the King for a reason

[@DAVE43072]

Elvis transcends all music throughout history, really. He was American and was a unique performer. Yes, there will never be another like him, period.

[@mzondi1970]

My father is 80 years old and a huge Elvis fan. When his time eventually comes I will be playing this for him

[@3.k]

The concert was broadcast to 1.5 billion people in 1973. The world population was 3.92 billion in 1973.

[@debbiedurrell6850]

Elvis was the most amazing performing to walk the face of the earth. Everyone who performed with him loved him. Never be another like him.

[@ca9495]

The KING!!!! Elvis is the greatest of ALL TIME!!!!!!

[@robindehlinger4698]

Elvis. He has soul. No one else even comes close.

[@michellepellomsanders4155]

The single GREATEST Elvis performance of all time and my FAVORITE Elvis song!

[@carolinagallegos3926]

I can remember the sounds, smells and other people's emotions when Elvis died, it's as fresh today as it was at the very time!! Elvis was one loved man!!

[@mzondi1970]

Like Tom Hanks said in castaway when he was giving away Elvis CDs, 50 million Elvis fans can't be wrong. The guy was something to behold in his glory days for sure

[@shellybrownlee5470]

I remember watching this concert on tv. Elvis is my all time favorite singer. I was 7 years old and remember sitting on the floor hugging a couch pillow and crying when he died. I was so heartbroken. I still love him to this day. There's no equal.

[@mzondi1970]

@@shellybrownlee5470 we must be close to the same age then I watched it as a kid as well I was at my grandmother's house I'm 53 now and remember it like it was yesterday and remembered how sad my father was the day he died. But he still drives an old mustang and still crank Elvis at 80 years old

[@zepptar]

Elvis is not for the faint hearted…this video is a window to the past. This video is for for freedom loving people.

[@elizebothma7375]

I JUST LOVE HOW THE YOUNG GENERATIONS DISCOVER OUR MAN, I'm 74 and he remains the best, singer, performer ever. Also an all around beautiful human being.

[@Ollie-m9h]

Elvis and his orchestra were In tune with each other, watch his body, and head movements ❤ and the back up singers, he looks at them, like they rehearsing together. It's amazing how the all 3 of them , they were all turned into each other' ❤

[@nancybyrd1053]

He won his only Grammy for How Great Thou Art. He loved gospel music.

[@ShaunComnerley-zi3xr]

There will never ever be another performer any better then the king

[@mellycook]

Love Elvis he could sing anything.

[@bwana-ma-coo-bah425]

he could not sing a change is gonna come.

[@sylviamiller9956]

Lifetime Elvis fan! No other like him.

[@juancarloscabreramenendez7628]

You have to approach Elvis without prejudice or fear. He is one of the most versatile voices of the 20th century, able to move with ease and success in various styles.

[@rlstelling]

Life Magazine, deemed him, "Person of the 20th Century." Saying, " He taught us all to Rock and Roll.!"

[@corysimmons5701]

@@rlstelling That he stole from Motown*

[@timmyholland8510]

​@@corysimmons5701No. Unless you mean everyone during his time and the Beatles.

[@salerac6496]

​@@corysimmons5701Such an edgy take. So cool. Wow. 🙄

[@tommyk6719]

@@corysimmons5701🤡

[@peggyon1]

Elvis loved Gospel, Country, Blues, Rockabilly, Pop. He was also a movie star.

[@827dusty]

No one like Elvis before or since. Elvis had his addictions and so forth, but he was one of the most generous men in the world to poor people he didn't even know. New homes, and countless Cadilacs to total strangers he met who were good folk, but in terrible situations. Elvis was a Christian man, but he was human, and he had struggles like we all do. He attended church as a boy in a Black neighborhood. he was so good to everyone regardless of race.

[@bwana-ma-coo-bah425]

what you saw Elvis do was going on well before Elvis.

[@richardsoderkvist6383]

A very great wonderful emotional inspirational song.

[@shirleycarr5387]

Elvis starred in 31 movies,Sold over a billion records and is in 5 music hall of fames aloha ,from Hawaii satellite had over a billion people watched, I was one of them.

[@kmuddin7334]

God have Elvis the most gifted vocals that no man ever had ❤

[@ruthanncrandall3978]

Elvis had complete control of his band,a look,movement etc….

[@Jatzystudio]

Can you imagine any performer today or even back in the day having 1.5 Billion people watching just him perform! More people tuned into this concert than watched the moon landing, just try to imagine anyone else having that pulling power, you cant!.. There's never going to be another Elvis, he was totally unique and world-changing. The G.O.A.T.

[@TedC5203]

At the time, a quarter of the world's population watched that concert. 1.5 billion people. I was a teen then and that's what everyone was talkng about. Getting home in time to watch the Elvis concert. I don't think anybody in history has ever gotten the world to stop to listen to them sing.

[@Norwegian733]

More than a quarter. Only 4,2 billion people on earth back then.

[@ratso4443]

More people watched this than watched the moon landing!

[@sandramoore]

All over the world, people knew Elvis Presley and his music. That is why more than a quarter of Earth's population arranged their schedules so they could watch his concert. There has never been any other singer who could make the world stop to listen to them. Only Elvis. (And just remember, there were many people all over the world without a TV set!!) They didn't call Elvis the King for that reason; he was already known as the King. But the worldwide audience he drew was simply another measure of his talent.

[@n2091m]

That is an amazing stat

[@impishsongster333]

Also, you have to consider that Elvis didn't tour outside the U.S. Col Parker was a person of interest in a murder in the Netherlands, which is why he fled, which is also why he would never go back to Europe or travel, or allow Elvis to either. If you wanted to see Elvis Live, you had to see him in the U.S. A lot of people around the world couldn't do that, so this concert was their way to see him, their only chance to see him in concert. And this was the first time using a new technology, a Live satellite feed, it was exciting on so many levels...and then there's Elvis's powerful voice, and his incredible ability to perform, and his commanding stage presence. You add all that up, it's no wonder it was such a historic event, and is such a classic & beloved concert 50 yrs later. Elvis: Aloha From Hawaii '73, is a classic.

[@patbaker5359]

You forget what a good voice Elvis Presley had? OMG!

[@patriciacummins9876]

Elvis was spectacular whether slim or not ! He was a beautiful, talented , amazing performer and was used by many he trusted .. He had tons of charisma 💫💫💫💫💫…thank you for sharing

[@fuzzoctavius5621]

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[@martinconde9537]

And the amazing thing about Elvis which defied all medical odds his voice was getting stronger at the end and it shouldn't have been because he wasn't in good health. But his voice was getting stronger and stronger Simply Amazing. When he sang Hurt or How Great Thou Art Unchained Melody the last year you just got goosebumps watching it

[@tinaboyd3131]

Totally agree.I myself didn't enjoy this reaction, too much emphasis on physical not enough on his vocals. Wow he can move in and out of different vocal ranges with such smoothness and ease. What a God given gift ,Wow!!

[@martinconde9537]

@@tinaboyd3131 Elvis is the one and only king

[@lynnshrader1218]

He was untouchable! Nobody has ever come close to him since! He was beautiful to look at. He commanded his audience and gave everything to them! There is no other like him! ⚡️

[@kerrypapworth1526]

The greatest there ever was or ever will be❤ He is the only artist to be inducted into the hall of fame in EVERY genre of music of the day.

[@mistyanderson4567]

Can't go wrong with an Elvis song. He has a great voice, beautiful.

[@ianraymondback]

Elvis does rock n roll, gospel, blues,country and funk rock

[@katrinacash6393]

Those custom made jumpsuits had real crystal and jewels on them and weighed as much as 70 lbs. Between the lights, the weight of the suit and his tendency to put 110% into every performance it’s no wonder he was heavily sweating!

[@colmflaherty3963]

The thing with Elvis is , He changes every time you see him. He's never the same in singing dancing moves. or voices. Along with his 33 Films. Thanks guys.

[@loriyoung9747]

Aloha From Hawaii concert on 1-14-1973 reached OVER 1 billion people!!!! Never before and never since has any artist achieved this kind of recognition ❤

[@BigRed-Heron]

When you have it all given by God Almighty then it’s priceless! No one then and now could hold a candle to this man’s voice and charisma on and off the stage! He’s the GOAT ( GREATEST OF ALL TIME )!!!

[@Prozak63]

I was blessed enough to see him in the early 70's. It was the most powerful performance I've seen to this day.

[@bemerson7883]

Lucky!!

[@marilynhon3338]

I too saw him live in 1974. He was over 20 years older than me so I wasn’t really excited to see him but after I saw him…I’m a fan the rest of my days

[@taylorpresley4604]

Me too. November 15, 1970 Municipal Authorium Kansas City MO.

[@dustinboucher8102]

There is no “our Elvis”. Truly one of a kind and one of the most important cultural icons in American history. Great reaction, guys!

[@mlong1958]

It's hard to believe that this was 50 years ago, and that just a few years after this performance, he was gone. The king of rock and roll, forever.

[@pammoore180]

He didn't pass away till August 1977... this was in the early 70's...

[@mlong1958]

@@pammoore180 1973 - 1977 = a few years.

[@bwana-ma-coo-bah425]

a title given to him by white America

[@ca9495]

Gives me chills. Extremely powerful!!!!

[@billwalker7556]

Elvis directed and controlled everything and everyone on stage with his voice, facial expreessions, arm and hand movements. You can see an example of this at 5:14 as he is imploring and directing his band and singers to "bring it" so to speak. Nobody directed Elvis. Everybody followed him. Sometimes he was subtle, looking back at his drummer, low screams and sounds as well as his hand and arm motions. Everybody on stage knew what Elvis meant and wanted and followed him to perfection.

[@bwana-ma-coo-bah425]

the colonel controlled everything even the strings that mad Elvis move.

[@billwalker7556]

@@bwana-ma-coo-bah425 Elvis controlled everything on stage during his performances

[@bwana-ma-coo-bah425]

@@billwalker7556 Elvis was controlled, period. The colonel made Elvis and the colonel destroyed Elvis.

[@billwalker7556]

@@bwana-ma-coo-bah425 Elvis controlled everything and everybody on stage

[@whistlewyouwork]

Elvis was a great singer AND a great performer. He knew how to build the momentum. He appreciated his backup singers, musicians and most of all, his fans. You don't have ANYONE like that today.

[@cathy8964]

So many singers have tried but none have come close to singing like Elvis!

[@marilynhon3338]

This concert in 1973 “ Aloha from Hawaii” was beamed live via satellite to all over the world. This special was seen by over 1.5 BILLION people. Who else could pull that off he instructed his costume designer to make him an American costume. This costume has a Eagle in stones on the back. The costume was heavy. Elvis always emptied the tank when he performed. I saw him live & he was the most beautiful man I’ve ever seen & his stage presence was great. He also on occasion give fans on the audience a diamond ring off his finger. He gave so much of his fortune away.

[@TexasMagnolia]

There is so much about this…the 3 songs; this concert. Utmost respect. A must: How Great Thou Art (live)

[@katy5467]

Elvis is Your Elvis. 😁 He isn’t the king of a generation. he’s the king for many reasons. But mostly because he started it all. He changed the world of music. ♥️ That can only be done once.

[@christinemorel696]

He was amazing and the GOAT. RIP Elvis, ❤🙏

[@melissastruxness512]

Elvis was and is still the best selling solo artist ever. This was watched by more people then any other live tv show ever. Elvis died far too young. He was pure raw talent. The absolute best

[@janiceobernberger8846]

Elvis Presley could make any song his own in a very special way he was loved all over the world

[@manoellima4367]

ELVIS, O MAIOR ARTISTA DE TODOS OS TEMPOS.

[@kathyjam2482]

This is one of my favorite performances of his. He had so much talent and passion.

[@timothyforsythe3155]

Elvis sang it all. Rock, country, gospel like none other.

[@yaimavol]

It was a Trilogy because it reconciled a very painful period of history between North and South and their anthems and then he dropped in another melody. In the 70's the Civil War was still a major part of Southern history and culture, and the damage done by the war could still be felt 100 years later

[@waynewhaley2074]

I am old enough to have watched that performance live and have watched it 100 times since. One of a handful of songs that has sent spines down my spine on multiple occasions. On that night for those two hours, Elvis ruled the world.

[@annsteiger3531]

I highly recommend In The Ghetto from that same concert. Outstanding!! And Elvis singing Gospel is truly a spiritual experience.

[@mikebethea7652]

I asked my wife to play this at my funeral! Beautiful song! I’ve listened to it a lot!

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“Who’s our Elvis?” - You can’t replicate the total package that was Elvis - Look at all the impersonators trying to be him, even the best ones (Austin Butler) don’t even come close to the magnetism, charisma, good looks and talent that Elvis had. He was a never-to-be-repeated original!