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Elvis Presley - If I Can Dream reaction
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When Elvis died, I was with my mother at a Drs appointment. She was with the Dr, and I was in the waiting room. They announced it over the speakers that Elvis had died. Everyone in the waiting room burst out crying. I was shocked. When we left, I asked my mother. "Who is Elvis Presley?" She said, "The best-looking man that ever lived." So, for years I thought that was what he was famous for.
There is no one like him and never will be. Do your homework. His talent and story is nothing short of legendary.
I don't care what color or nationality a person is ELVIS is universal!! He speaks the truth!!!
Elvis loved everyone regardless of color. He always helped anyone in need. They said when he passed he had less then a million dollars. Lawyer's justified it as he gave homes, cars, etc to people in need
This absolutely was a tribute to MLK. Make no mistake, Elvis was a champion for civil rights and a powerful voice in the 50s and 60s that was so needed.
He never left Memphis or the people. Look for his gospel music, it will blow your mind. He is simply AMAZING
So glad you’re discovering what a great person Elvis was. He sang this song in the midst of the civil rights movement which is probably why colonel Parker didn’t want him to do it. Elvis had a deep love and respect for the black community and was never afraid to show it.
The man with the velvet voice! Elvis forever!
It was Elvis’ reaction to the news of 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' 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' 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
When Elvis did his '68 Comeback Special, it was because he had returned from his Army duty and Colonel Parker made him go full blast on getting back to music, concerts and of course money. He ensured that Elvis would do tons of movies with singing of course, so that he'd be in people's faces constantly. At the end of his '68 Special, he was to do a song to end the show and Elvis wanted to do this one but Colonel didn't want him to, as to not ruin his reputation. This was soon after Martin Luther King and Bobby Kennedy were assassinated and it broke Elvis' heart and he wanted to pay tribute to those two. So he insisted he was going to do it, regardless of what the Colonel wanted. If you listen to the lyrics, there were quite a few lines from MLK's 'I have a dream' speech. Once he finished and the curtains closed, Elvis crumpled to the ground and cried for a very long time. He sang that song only twice (that I have found out) as it was way too emotional for him. Yes, please listen to 'In The Guetto' by Mac Davis and 'Elvis & the Black Community and you will see how poor Elvis was and how he hung around with black people and went to their churches. You're going to be awfully surprised. Hope you will do a reaction to those two.
When Elvis first came out in the 50’s many radio stations wouldn’t play his music because he sounded black
Stupid I know 🤷🏻♀️
He learned his trade from black Blues performers. He IS a legend 😎❤️ and one of a kind.
no one will ever hold a candle to Elvis singing voice not ever .
His family was so poor his father wrote a bad check for food. He went to jail, and Elvis and his mom became homeless. They ended up in the projects. Growing up, he was mocked endlessly. He never forgot. He found solitude going to a black church where he first sang and felt at home. He never, ever forgot his roots
I truly don’t mean any disrespect, but there’s a thing called BIRTH CONTROL.
@@LadyGator1983 I don't understand your comment. And the comment you replied to was referring to 1930s Depression deep south America.
@@fparkes5781 Thank you for your request to explain what I meant. First, have Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and don’t always use the right words. My point is this, if you don’t want another child (mouth to feed) use birth control. As I mentioned previously.
@@LadyGator1983 That's tough, having MS, I'm sorry. Thank you for your reply. I was just a bit confused as Elvis was an only child. I guess you mean the Projects. Times were very different in the 1930s! Wishing you the best and that your MS goes into remission.
@@LadyGator1983It was the 1930's, in Mississippi, and they were very poor. And Elvis along with his twin that was born dead, were the first and only children of their parents.
I was blessed to see this man in concert 3 times.
Wow, I wish I had seen him
I read in a book about Elvis' life that he and James Brown, yes that James Brown became such close friends that when Elvis' funeral was set, James Brown arrived early and was the first guest. After the service was over and everyone had left, Mr. Brown sat down next to Elvis' casket and cried like a baby for so long security had to gently pick him up and escort him back to his car. That's how much James Brown loved Elvis. Very touching story.
Just wanted to point out that this video was recorded 55 years ago. He is still the King.
I remember where I was in 1977 when I hear that Elvis died and I cried....I was 15 at the time. ... He was a beautiful and wonderful Man. NO singer will ever be as great as Elvis. EVER. I want this song played at my funeral some day. Because I think we all should dream of this being our world "someday"
One of Elvis' greatest and most passionate songs... HE MEANT IT, TOO!... just as millions upon millions of us feel the exact same way ... and we live our lives with these messages. It's unfortunate one particular political party on the left wants to take this feeling away from us ALL and divide us. This here is Truth!
The Elvis movie with Austin butler as Elvis is absolutely amazing it explains a lot and proves that Elvis was not a racist like some people have been saying for years
On this special, when he finished this song, his people said he cried like a baby. Watch the movie Elvis....you will walk away with so much understanding of this man.
Elvis learned to sing in the choir of a predominately Black Church. I watched an old interview with the Pastor of that church - he said that after 6 weeks with Elvis singing they had to put speakers out in the front lawn.
Elvis’s manager Colonel Tom Parker and NBC did not want him to sing this song. They wanted him to end the show with a Christmas song. He said no I’m doing this.
Truth !!!!
And would become what is known as his comebacks special!
And he rarely went against Tom Parker, who wasn't fair to Elvis and basically ruined him. I hope Parker rots in Hell
Elvis and i were friends for 10 yrs. up until his death. Sexiest man god ever created. We both needed a friend and we were that for each other he asked nothing of me and i asked nothing of him. How we met was kind of a long story but i will not explain because people judged and commented nasty hurtful things about things they know nothing about that hurt me deeply So i will not post anything about our friendship ever again, We had a short conversation a few days before his death we were both very emotional. i will love and miss my friend forever. i walk past Graceland everyday sometimes i go in and walk around the grounds and talk to my friend at his final resting place. they know me there lol. All they say is hey girl what's up. love to you from the one and only Memphis Tn. Great reaction young man.
Elvis' Gospel music was also the best. The only Grammys he ever won were for this Gospel albums.
This was written for Elvis following the deaths of Dr. King and Bobby Kennedy, which broke him - especially MLK. He had friends from Memphis who had a stake in Dr. King's Dream. Elvis rarely got political, but this was the one time where he threw caution to the wind and took a stand for Civil Rights. He felt like if he was going to do something, this was the time. Remember, they called rock music in the 50s "the devil's music" and "n-word music." Until Ed Sullivan called him a "decent, fine boy," Elvis was lumped in with black artists because of the music he sang, so he faced some level of discrimination, too. Not to the same extent, obviously, but I'm sure it didn't go over well in Tennessee for a white kid to be hanging out with black kids, going to black church and hanging out in black night clubs. His very presence and Ed Sullivan's endorsement opened so many doors, not just for Elvis, but for black artists who created the music. If you haven't seen "Elvis and the Black Community," you should.
Elvis grew up poor, he was born in a two room shack. He grew up around black people. He loved to go to the black churches
The more our new generations get into music like Elvis the better. Top tier musical performance right there. Elvis was inducted into 5 different Halls of Fame: Rock&Roll, Country, Rockabilly, Gospel, and R&B. He also holds the record for the most platinum records for singles and albums (nationally, I don't know about globally) so you know nobody is gonna top him.
Not everything is gonna hit, some of his movie songs are kinda lackluster, but the 68 Special is fire. His gospel music is powerful too, if you're inclined, listen to Bridge Over Troubled Water or Amazing Grace.
Yes Elvis sang this as a tribute to MLK and Bobbie Kennedy. Kennedy had just been assassinated too. He was a civil rights leader too. Elvis cried during this. He was devastated.
It was recorded by Elvis Presley in June 1968, just two months after King's assassination.
So many years after his death his music is still helping us understand each other. God bless this man
Elvis sang the hell out of that song.That was raw passion and his voice was off the scale riddiculous .Magnificent ,superb ,There will only be one Elvis .
Elvis grew up on Gospel singing. Major influence
Greatest live performance ever
The best song and performance by Elvis! What's more, he inspired the lyrics that were written for him by Earl Brown, who was a music arranger. Elvis told him what he wanted to sing about and talked about Dr. King.
Man, it's so great to see young people discover the magic of Elvis and his music. For black people, he's almost like forbidden fruit, because of the history of smearing his name with FALSE racism claims from none other than JET magazine in either 1956 or 57. Then with Public Enemy calling him racist in the late 80's, that turned off another generation of black people against him for no reason. THAT'S why you're barely hearing him now. Thankfully, you have, now you can go down the rabbit hole, and plenty of us Elvis fans will help you. My request is for Stranger In My Own Home Town, the x-rated version! Check it out!!
One of his backing girls cried after this performance. She said she’d never heard him sing like that before
When they told Elvis not to bring his black backup singers to perform in the Astrodome, he said, well, I won't perform without them. He had balls.
He was a great admirer of MLK.
Elvis's story is a sad story these two songs that gave you chills is what he wanted to sing. He was inspired by the music where he grew up blues clubs and gospel. I am so sad that we barely got to hear Elvis's story. He loved everyone and grew up in a time that this was so important to hear. He loved everyone. He wanted to sing gospel soul and blues and it just wasn't ok back then and for these reasons he never traveled the world They caged and controlled him and we were robbed of the beautiful wonderful passionate messages this man had inside. 😢but he made the ones he did get out impossible to ignore! Elvis lives forever!
I hope more and more people would appreciate the music of Elvis Presley.
My wife and I are big Elvis fans and this is my favorite Elvis song.
I love Elvis! ❤ Such a great human being and the best entertainer.
Please take time to read about this amazing man. He grew poor in Tupelo Mississippi, He lived in the projects in Memphis Tennessee. He was generous and caring.
Elvis is everything me. I love him and thank you for reacting to his music. I’ve heard he and all around him were so choked up and emotional, he didn’t even say his usually closing line. He loved and respected MLK, he was truly feeling ever word of this song as well as everyone in listening to him that day. Elvis was the real deal. Also, I’m very careful about where I get my info about Elvis, but all you hear even from Pricilla is true. His gospel backup singers knew him best, they knew his heart. I already consider the source and what they have to gain.
That was a MLK tribute. I wish a current artist would do that today. It is the only way forward.
This is my favourite performance of Elvis..He was heartbroken over the murder of his friend.
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This should be part of our National Anthem!!!! Be good to one another!!!❤
He was and will always be the GOAT, not just for his performances, but because of his personality. One of the many times he performed at the Astrodome in Houston, he was told his backup singers could not perform because they were black. He informed the management that if his singers could not perform, then he wouldn't be performing either, needless to say they changed their minds.
He was way ahead of his time.
I’ve heard this song 1000x and it always gives me chills.
Please ask your friends to listen to Elvis! Keep his spirit and name alive! ❤❤
What a amazing Performance! ELVIS had passion and power in his voice incredible beautiful! Thank you for this great reaction!
Elvis was the real deal. He was a beautiful man with a loving soul and he sincerely wanted to help people. Bless his heart, he just trusted the wrong people and it led him down a path he hated and I believe that is one of the things that caused his way too early death. He was a sweetheart and a voice that will never be forgotten!! Love Elvis!!
I like your video's on Elvis and just whant you to know I am a black man that is born in 58 and my name is Elvis and he has open the doors from 1956 or 57 for people today he is the king and he has so much soul anyway love your video's of Elvis
Elvis was tight with the black community and never a racist. He took a lot of heat for singing with so much soul. The police even threatened him for swiveling his hips, lol. He had a ton of soul. And yes, we all need to come together. God bless you.
MLK was assassinated only miles from Elvis' house in Memphis only a month and a half before Elvis recorded this song to close his 1968 TV special. The lyric for the song was directly taken from MLKs' "I Have A Dream" speech that he gave in from of the Lincoln monument in 1963. I still get a tear or two in my eyes when ever I hear this.
I love your reactions to Elvis. I get a real kick from you. And, love to listen to my favorite of all time singer, The King of Rock & Roll.😊😍🐰💕
Elvis and MLK were buds, he respected him and felt such sorrow and love for his fallen friend
He had a lot of soul! He sang with a lot of passion in his voice! He believed in equality for everyone.
Elvis is always the best
He's singing from his heart.
Brothers be not deceived and fear not. We are all the same. God Bless.
He used to go down to Biloxi Mississippi all the time and we lived in Gulfport and my sister people didn't mess with them down there and he also had a twin brother that passed away I think he had died at Birth I'm not sure we do love him and we miss him so much❤❤❤❤❤ one of the most greatest musician there was most beautiful voice sing with all his heart and soul rest in peace Elvis and take care of your daughter Lisa Marie and your grandson
To think he chose this song to end his comeback concert in '68. That was a bold choice in '68. He demanded to sing it against the colonel and producers wish. Possibly his best performance ever, and that is saying a lot.
BEST LIVE PERFORMANCE EVER.
Elvis had soul, regardless of the genre. He could sing anything- and did!
I grew up listening to Elvis. He was very big influence on me growing up. I grew up in an area where racism was very much a thing. But I never bought into all that crap. I made friends with some of the black kids who lived not far from me. But that back then got me in trouble. I am so happy things are changing now. We are a mixed family now, which couldn't have happened back then. I have several beautiful black nieces and nephews I love dearly. But yes Elvis was a force in change and in bringing the messages that needed taught.
Thanks for listening to Elvis and giving him a chance.
This song was about the death of MLK. Elvis's people told him not to do it. It would be detrimental to his career. He told them to shove it and did it anyways. It's still relevant today. Absolute classic. Elvis at his best. Beautiful, talented, generous, caring, humanitarian, unashamed, unapologetic, unabashed, always did what he thought was right. He treated everyone the same. He didn't care who you were. Creed, color or race. None of that mattered. He deeply cared about everyone. He is what REAL Legend's are made of. There will Never be another Elvis. Ever!
Whitney Houston’s mom was one of those back up singers, I love the song.
Elvis at his best vocally, wow heartfelt!
This isn’t just a song, this is a prayer ❤
Thank you for a nice rections of you,we will never forget this man we love you Elvis we all miss you dearly😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😐
Elvis put his heart and soul into his music.Pure talent.
There will never be another to match this mans greatness. Oh my goodness how beautiful was he too. 💕💕
This is one of my favorite songs. It's got everything: MLKjr tribute, follow-up to the I Have a Dream Speech making it historically relevant, sung with heart-stirring authenticity by Elvis who really meant it. And, I must tell you, your reaction brought a tear to my eye. Thank you.
Elvis’s controlling manager didn’t want him to sing this and Elvis insisted and after this performance he said he would never do something again that didn’t mean something real to him.
Elvis didn't need an award! He is the award ⚡️
Did you know elvis used to sing in a black church before he got famous? Elvis was one of a kind. That's why he was and is still the king.
this song gives me goosebumps every time. I could play it 100 times in a row and every single time my hair jumps off my skin. Elvis made me bald...
His Manager Didn't want Elvis to sing this song on his Comebsck Special!
Elvis was saddened by the death of MLK and Robert Kennedy.He loved everyone regardless of skin color.
Thx for the mention of Kennedy -- hardly anyone ever does & focuses solely on King, also forgetting Vietnam & that red tie for the blood shed.
He put his heart and soul into his song's
Elvis was to perform at the Astrodome in 1968, when he got there he was told his back up singers The Sweet Inspirations could not perform with him. One of those back up singers was Whitney Houston's mom. He said okay and proceeded to leave. He said if they can't sing with me then I'm leaving also. Well just happens his back up singers are brought into the Astrodome in convertibles. Elvis did not play. Basically he was saying the ball is in your court, play it the way you want
It’s why he was the King!
Elvis was a rebel, literally, he rebelled at every opportunity.
Thank you for listening to Elvis. I grew up in the Elvis era and no one could come close to him as far as singing. It didn't hurt that he was so handsome. ❤
Young man I love your reaction to the greatest solo performer in the history of music ! Elvis changed everything with his passion his amazing voice and his love for mankind !! I was 13 in 1974 when seen him at the Nassau coliseum 5 rows from the stage !! My sister took me and my brother and her son my nephew who was only a year younger than me . I have to admit I got distracted by the women throwing there tops and bras on the stage ! Lol ….. But seriously it was an incredible experience that I will never forget !! Young man there’s a reason everyone calls him the king 🤴
I thoroughly enjoyed this reaction. We GOT to come together... in spite of anyone from any side that doesn't want it to happen. New generation - new chance to change the world.
And here’s the hater…..
Did you read what he wrote? Focus on the message.
@@hookedonreactions7649 He's finally out of his youtube ban for trolling, racist comments and threatening people... Time to report him and get him banned again. Just report him for harassment.
@@depper 👍
My favourite song: beautiful letter, voice, performance, all......👏🏾👏🏾🧑🎙🎼🎶🎵⚡️❤️💋
Thank you for playing Elvis Presley love it 🙏
Elvis was certainly a special kindred spirit whose candle will never die...he was raised right by his Mother.
You need to watch Elvis and the Black Community and Elvis: The King of Kindness. They are getting a few years on them now, but they help see the nature of the man and not the lies centered around him.
Elvis was a close friend of MLK and Elvis said Martin was a mentor to him. Elvis was born in Tupello Mississippi.
As a white kid from a black community I totally get where Elvis is coming from here. Love Elvis, great reaction.
The Goat! forever
At the time Elvis was hysterical about Dr. Kings assignation.
Second review I have watched of yours and as a white 62 year old man from England, it is my pleasure to say how much I appreciated your critique of Elvis Presley you gave to his performances of In The Ghetto and If I could Dream.
I can honestly say I laughed, cried and then jumped up and down (not easy for me as I'm v large) and prayed that you grow stronger and stronger in the UA-cam world.
Keep safe you beautiful human and I am hooked for life X (X is a British kiss)
Isn't it a wonderful feeling to watch someone fall in love with EL☆IS. We know E would be humbled and honored by new fans. And the ones who appreciated his soulful songs/performances, the ones he had control over. His pride and joy. So very sad for everyone that he left us at 42.
He does say thank you very much quite often but not every time! FABULOUS reaction! I was here a few weeks ago to watch this and I was so charmed by your reaction that I had to come back and watch it again!
Yes, he is the real deal.
Let the dream come true RIGHT NOW he said. Not someday in the vague future. Elvis was a champion.