Elvis' bodyguard told a story about a lady who had no legs from the waist down yet raised all her kids kept the house spotless and even raised some of her grandkids. It was in the newspaper and the story about her getting around on this slab of boards with roller skates attached under it and she would wear these thick gloves to scoot herself around with. Someone showed it to Elvis it he was so moved he told his people to find out where she lived. Then he proceeded to buy the best electric wheel chair money could buy and they loaded it into the trunk of the car and went to the ladies house and when her husband came to the door they asked if they could come in and then brought the chair in. Then the called for the lady to come in and see what they had and when she saw it she was so excited she started crying then they all started crying. Elvis told her he was sure how to operate it but it had an instruction manual. When they left the body guard told Elvis, "I don't think she even knew who you were!" to which Elvis replied, "It don't matter......what matters is she knows someone cares!!!"
The reverend Brewster's words bring me to tears every time, such insight and recognition of one of life's chosen ones. His voice was heartbreakingly beautiful. Rip Elvis
ELVIS recorded almost 800 songs and made 31 movies! He received 3 Grammies for his Gospel Music! He was deeply religious! He was born in Tupelo, Mississippi in the ghetto! He was extremely poverty stricken, growing up! When he was 14, his Daddy moved the family to Memphis! He lived in the projects there! His best friends were all black. In fact, B.B. King was his very best friend! Besides trying to bring blacks and whites together, he was an unbelievable humanitarian! He gave so much money to the poor and disabled! In my opinion, ELVIS was the best entertainer that ever lived! The quote you are trying to think of was Jesus would spew them 20:30 out like dogs vommit! ELVIS was, is, and always be the KING of ROCK and Roll! By the way, he hated to be called KING! HE once stopped a concert to say that "There is only one KING, and that is Jesus Christ! He loved GOD very much! Please play "If I Could Dream"! His manager told him not to sing it. But, ELVIS sang it anyway! He was good friends with Martin Luther King and he was assassinated 2 months before HE sang it as a tribute, to him! He truly loved ALL people! His voice was a masterpiece! And of course, his looks, charisma, and dance moves didn't hurt! He was amazing and paved the way for the future of Rock and Roll! He was and is a living legend!
Thanks for your reaction. Elvis was born on January 8, 1935 in Tupelo, Mississippi, in a 2 room shack of a house his dad built with money he borrowed from his boss. That's how dirt poor they were. He was one half of identical twins; the other boy - Jesse Garon - was stillborn. They were so poor, that Jesse Garon was buried in a shoebox in an unmarked grave. At Graceland they have a plaque with his name on it in his memory. Elvis always got along with the black community and learned a lot about music from his friends of color. Also, according to the one drop rule, Elvis would not be considered white, since he has Cherokee ancestors on both the Smith (his mother) and the Presley (his father) sides of the family. His paternal grandfather, Jesse Dunning Presley, was not happy that his two sons, Elvis' father Vernon and his brother Vester, married two sisters, Gladys and Clettes who were known to have Cherokee blood in their family tree. J.D. Presley was quite the racist a-hole, often drunk and a philandering husband to Minnie Mae (they were actually separated long before they finally divorced in 1954) who was always competing with his sons Vester and Vernon and who was known to abuse his kids when drunk. J.D. was was publicly against race mixing and was in denial about the Cherokee blood in his own family tree. It was more publicly known that the Smith family had Native blood in their family tree, so when both his sons fell for 2 Smith sisters and Vernon, on top of that, was still a minor at 17 when he eloped with Gladys who was 4 years older than him, Jesse was totally pissed off. As a child, Elvis already had many friends in the black community at the time his family was one of 4 "white" families that lived in the predominantly black neighborhood The Hill, just across from Shake Rag. His childhood friend Sam Bell said that some of the (black) kids in that neighborhood had lighter skin than Elvis (ua-cam.com/video/LrFCyNMvZWk/v-deo.html). One of Elvis' bodyguards once said that he thought it was a miracle Elvis got into Humes High School in Memphis, because it was "lily white". Elvis wanted to be more open about his Native ancestry, but his manager "colonel" Tom Parker (real name Andreas van Kuijk) was against it because he was afraid it might cost Elvis fans (and himself money). They did have Elvis play characters in his movies though where he had Native American blood (Flaming Star, G.I. Blues, Stay Away Joe). Once Elvis had his own (apprentice) job learning to be an electrician, he saved up his money and bought his clothes in the same style that many of his friends of color wore. He was called a (forgive me, just stating facts here) "n-lover" and got beaten up several times too. Later, when he was an established star, he would not perform at places where the members of color of his back-up band/orchestra weren't allowed.
As far as Elvis' relationship with God went: he would literally give you the shirt off his back. On UA-cam you can find many clips of people who knew him personally who talk about his generosity and several of them mentioned that you'd better not give him a compliment about something he was wearing, whether it was a piece of jewelry or clothing, because he'd take it off and give it to you. His generosity was legendary, toward charities as well as individuals. And not just to individuals he knew personally, but absolute strangers. Yes, he was a flawed person, but deep inside/instinctively he tried to follow the ways of Jesus. First and foremost when people called him the King, his standard reply would be that there was only one king "Our Lord, Jesus Christ". And aside from that he helped anybody who reached out to him or those of whose hardship he learned through reading it in the paper or in letters or when somebody informed him about it.
Elvis was first and foremost a gospel singer, and he said he moved the same way in church that he moved on stage. He once said, "I'd never do anything that I thought was vulgar in front of my Mama." I'm sure Elvis made some mistakes, but underneath he had a heart of gold and it showed.
I am a child of the 50's and now 80. Tell ya the truth all we had back then was radio and some had black and white TV. I heard him on radio before I saw him and loved his music. When he came on TV the first time he actually was strange to us. My dad didn't even think he was vulgar, he said the guy looks like he's falling to pieces. He looked very nervous and animated. I didn't think it was sexual I just thought he was very handsome. He had long hair when guys were wearing crew cuts. Obviously when he got real popular he stepped up his game. I truly don't think he thought he was vulgar. And he ended up singing more love songs than any rock stars. And I never saw a rock star that had at least one hymn or gospel song in every concert. He did. In fact he almost didn't go on Sullivan one time because they refused to let him sing peace in the valley. I can't change anyone's opinion but Elvis stayed true to his beliefs till the end, and I think God welcomed him home
Totally respect you both. Elvis wasn't disrespectful in his moves. He would NEVER move in a way that would be inappropriate in front of his mama!! He moved with the music. It wasn't gyrating, it's just that people back then have never seen anyone move like that. Ya have to remember to, it was horrible times of segregation too. Please react to Elvis....King of Kindness.
Just ready to request the same video' King of Kindness' doesn't even begin to describe the love of God and the the Pure Giving heart of Elvis!❤👑❤️ Elivis said he never wanted to be called a king,Elivis said there was only one King and his name was GOD!
Elvis opened the door for black musicians,when the black told how he wasn't going to to the show w/o them why didn't u talk about that??? Or Elvis letting the black guy in u just went right over it the preacher said u thought of calvary u know what that is???? Christ at the cross!!
When Elvis was coming up in the music world in 1958 the issue was not the movements. It was he was singing black music and bringing R&B music to a white music. Until the white stations found out that he was white they would not play his music. The whole point of this video is to show that black musicians did not have a problem with Elvis and did not see him as appropriating black music. Elvis was not racist as some people have been told and continue to perpetuate an untruth.
I'm 62 and and it astounds me that he died when I was 15 (46 years ago) and that I still occasionally play his songs. Love your reactions. You kids make my heart happy.
He did nothing wrong he didn't ask anyone to watch him dance if people didn't like it don't watch him period. I loved the way he danced and i am just 2 yrs younger than Elvis he was my friend and i loved everything about him. I loved Pastor Brewster he was a very loving man but sadly we lost him October 15th 1987 at 90 yrs young. I loved to hear him preach R.I.P. Rev. Brewster he actually baptized me when i was a child i miss him so much. God gave Elvis his talent if God hated dancing he would not of given Elvis his beautiful talent. Prayers to you from the one and only Memphis Tn. btw i am 87 yrs young and i am a fan of TUPAC my daughter introduced me to his music forever ago. I love God as well he let me live this long but my time is almost up cancer got me but my time on earth and my friendship with Elvis and my sweet Priscilla was the biggest honor of this old ladies life. And i have been married over 50 yrs. to the same man. in closing.... Did you hear about the rose that grew from a crack in the concrete? Proving nature's law is wrong it learned to walk with out having feet. Funny it seems, but by keeping its dreams, it learned to breathe fresh air. Long live the rose that grew from concrete when no one else ever cared~~Tupac 💗❣
I may have not heard you right, but Elvis never performed with 3-6 Mafia, Elvis passed away decades before 3-6 Mafia dubbed in his performance on their recording.
Christians 🙄 he was only dancing he didn’t drink or smoke when he first started. He went to church with his parents and came from a religious background. Reading up on elvis and really learning about who he was deep down inside is what people need to do. Do not judge unless you want to be judged. Only one person can judge and he sits at the right hand of the father. This is why I left religion a long time ago. So biased and judgmental.
@sherrera66. • Remember when they first started their Channel? Right away they tore on ELVIS. Like how could he be a Christian? Anyway, there's something that isn't right with these two. They're overboard on what they like; and snidelly and everything they don't, already prejudging. THANK YOU for your insight! 😊
Big Elvis fan here. Not a day goes by when I don't think of this beautiful person. Equally, full respect to you for your insights whilst being kind to Elvis the man at the same time. It's so easy to lose focus and to agree automatically just to please others. Your thoughts and, I would say, understanding make this a fine reaction video. By the way, the gyrations, were natural - the "Elvis" movie by Baz Luhrman spends some time highlighting the churches, showing the young boy electrified by the preachers and congregation. The energetic movements were a part of his existence from the age of two, when his mother said he ran down the aisle to join in with the choir.
Elvis was only dancing! No intent there. Just new for the times. Elvis was WAY ahead of the times. Feel sorry for the prejudice ones. Esp if they were professing Christians!
@joeyk.9450. • I didn't make it very far in this video, and their judgemental reactions. They already had ELVIS condemned to hell when they first mentioned his name. Now their hungry for money, so both of them keep stressing that point. I'm afraid I'm done with them and their outright hypocrisy.
He didn’t let in a little bit. They were full of hatred to a man who’s life was for the Lord. He was extremely spiritual. To feel the music is a beautiful thing. Dancing is an art and if you listen to him actually singing gospel ballads, you would cry. He had a beautiful voice and a beautiful love for Jesus. People only see this early Elvis but he sang Peace in the Valley on national TV which nobody did at that time. He sang it for his mom. That’s the kind of man he was. He was a humble, loving and extremely generous man. I felt like you both lectured too much. You’re very negative for so called Christians. I’m Christian and I was taught to love everyone and not to judge. Jesus said we shouldn’t judge unless we’ve done nothing wrong. We’ve all done things other people think are wrong but Jesus loved everyone and his was a God given talent. His voice kept people from suicide, he brings them out of depression. Check out his Gospel music and his ballads. God made a beautiful man with a beautiful heart that Helmsley those in despair. He truly loved his brothers, regardless of color etc. He truly led a life of Jesus and had the Bible with him where ever he went. If you learn about Elvis, I guarantee you’d lecture about him and Jesus in a different way. God bless both of you. ❤❤❤😂
We all embraced God in different ways. We are all not perfect, these people in this video, they were Racist and used God as their way of putting their racist messages across. Elvis loved people of all colours, nothing was black or white to him. They hated him, and some still do now, because they dont know the man himself, so prejudice still alive today when comes to Elvis. He was one hell of a misunderstood young man, but guess what, out of everyone, the World still loved and rememembered this man. Go back to this era, were they really Christians, they were probably the worst behind closed doors. Is moving hips a sin? Elvis went to Pentecostal church and they dance and move. That is how they worshipped God/Lord. I love this man for his love, humanity and humbleness. People called him a King, he said there is only one King and that is God. We need to be opened minded,these were different times, what they have now is SHOCKING and to look at Elvis moves then and them now?????? Elvis was the first Superstar and he represented the younger generations of that time, who just wanted a change of music from their parents. I respect your views as Christians but we just need to look at those times, racism,segregations, times were terrible then. It was a whitemans world then. Even if you are innocent, they will still accuse you of something if you dont roll the way they want you to. I am from the Pacific Islands living in New Zealand, and I love this man, for his music, humanity and humbleness.
Elvis never did lewd dance moves. You are assuming what those people said about him has some truth. Elvis learned a lot of those dance moves in church, and from old-time gospel groups. You truly did miss the point of the video and talked through some the most important parts. Elvis’ biggest influences we’re old southern gospel groups like the Blackwood Brothers and The Statesmen. Research those two groups, and then explain how they were a bad influence. ???
Elvis never liked being called the "King" He would always say "There's only one King & He's in Heaven!" Elvis loved the Lord & he knew he had a God-given talent! Who else besides Elvis could sing a Gospel song in his Rock n Roll concert? There's no telling how many people heard their first Gospel song by being at an Elvis concert! Gospel was always Elvis's favorite kind of music & what he would play & sing off the concert stage. Other than in rehearsals). Elvis was human & made mistakes just like everyone else but grew up in Church & never forgot that God loved him! The world would be a lot better place if there were more like Elvis in it! 🙏❤️🙏
Elvis grew up in the Pentecostal church and they danced and raised their hands when they sang and worshipped. Elvis actually shook his legs at the beginning because he was nervous, but I know he didn’t think it was lewd-he had seen it done in church. Also, I think we have to remember we don’t control the outcome of our actions-God does. I do not think Elvis had any idea that his singing and dancing would have the effect on people that it did-he honestly thought that after about 3 years things would die down and he would have a “normal” life-he was constantly asking people if he should be preaching, or only singing gospel-he struggled frequently with how he was supposed to invest his talents.
Elvis was and will always be the best, beautiful generous soul. You should watch Elvis The King of Kindness, which only shows a small portion of his generous heart
Please quit saying Elvis danced provocative. He was not GYRATING. Since he was 3 years old, he danced in church, moving and shaking his legs. It was NOT considered improper except by the people who were racist and thought he sounded black. Im tired of the bad comments for someone who gave so much to so many. Elvis did not like to be called the King, as he stated there is only one King, Our Heavenly Father. He loved the Lord, and always had his Bibles travel with him. He would hold bible studies with his friends and bodyguards as he wanted to bring everyone to know and love God, but he didn't ridicule or judge people. He preached to love one another as Jesus did. So please be kind. Elvis was not a perfect man, but he did want to try and be the man that God wanted him to be. He prayed a lot and asked for divine guidance. I appreciate how he sang gospel music in all of his concerts. How many singers did that? Not any that i know unless all they sang was gospel. God gave us a beautiful gift in Elvis, not only with his voice, but how he shared his love of people and of God. You should thank God for giving such a beautiful person to the world.
This is a link to an interview where Elvis is asked about his moves. It starts off about a bad review Elvis received about his performing and it also says some horrible things about his fans who Elvis defends. It goes on to talk about his church and his dance moves. Very interesting interview. Elvis says how his moves are not meant to be sexual and how he's just feeling the music. ua-cam.com/video/YctHCvAVjeQ/v-deo.htmlsi=acCljyUfKWpUrUgy
Elvis had his first hit "Thats Alright Mama" in 1954. Chuck Berry, Little Richard, and Bo Diddiley all had their first hits in 1955. ELvis was influenced by Big Boy Crudup, Willie DIxon, Muddy Waters etc from blues One thing that seems to be ignored is Rock and Roll was not just blues-it was a combination of country, blues, pop of the era and gospel music. All 4 of these became rock and roll. BUT he was also influenced by Eddy Arnold, Hank Snow, Hank WIlliams etc from country music. And influenced by Dean Martin, Bing Crosby, Nat King Cole and others from pop music of the era NOT to forget he was born in Tupelo Mississippi and lived on the poor black side of town where he went to black and white churches and loved gospel music. He "organically" was drenched in the black culture of the south, I must point out that Chuck Berry was influenced greatly by country artists-his first hit "Maybelline" was actually a country artist Bob Wills song from the 40s "Ida Red" that Chuck wrote new lyrics for and sped up. No one says Chuck stole from country-he was influenced by country. Ray Charles had several hits with "cover versions" of country songs-some of the first music he heard as a child was from the " Grand ole Opry on radio. He was influenced by country-no one says he stole from it. BB King who was a great friend with Elvis said: "Once a music is exposed to us, anyone can take or add to it -music is for everyone" and he added "to me they did not get it wrong when they called him the King" James Brown was one of the few people who was allowed to visit the “King” at his open coffin. “He was in there for hours,” Elvis’ guitarist James Burton recalled in an interview. “I think they had to drag him away because he wouldn’t leave.” 😮🥰
Elvis disliked it intensely when people referred to him as the King of Rock and Roll - his retort would always be: " There is only one King - Jesus! " As a person born in the 1950's I grew up listening to and loving his music, especially his Gospel music and hymns. He had a beautiful soul, please don't judge him too harshly, he had a very hard and rough childhood. Much love and respect from Durban, South Africa 🇿🇦
Did you know Elvis did benifit for Pearl Harbor in 1961 to help get it completed Did you know if it wasn’t for Elvis st Jude hospital would not be completed. Very generous and loving soul.
Just starting "If Elvis being a Christian thought he was doing anything "wrong" to the Youth He would not of done it" - Elvis was of the Pentecostal Faith - Same as Me I Have been Pentecostal ( Assembly Of God ) My whole life -- Very Old Southern Faith - He was asked in 1956 Audio Interview about "Holy Rollers" In which they call Pentecostal's and He was not happy about them saying Holy Rollers and HE SAID My Movements did not come from My Religion --- Just wanted to give you some insight -- As He says It was The Music that made him move how he did and was not Sexual in nature -
At one of his concerts some fans were holding up a sign that Elvis the king of rock and roll. When he saw it he said that there's only one king ang HIS NAME IS JESUS CHRIST!!! Elvis had his demons sure. But I believe that in his last hour on earth he made things right. He knew who to call on. The one and only way to Heaven, JESUS
So funny because Elvis learned a lot of his moves from his early experiences in predominantly Black church services. His physical expression of, and his feel for, the rhythmic beat of a lot of that rousing Southern Gospel music is blatantly evident. Surely you've seen such unbridled behavior in church-tent revival meetings, folks filled with the "Holy Ghost" who jump up out of the pews and start doing the boogaloo down the aisles! Especially when they had a band with a thumping bass and some cat was wailing on a good ol' Hammond B3 keyboard! Elvis had absorbed the spirit and vibe of that form of musical and physical expression and fused it with Country and Blues.
Elvis' family had their own church and being charismatic in worship is not exclusive only by minority churches. it exists on both sides, esp via fundamentalist in nature. I don't think he copied anyone though, his style was pretty unique to himself.
Ok now that we have gone over Elvis' short comings, it is only fair to show his other side in fairness react to "Elvis Presley King of Kindness" and "Elvis Presley A Generous Heart". That is what no one ever does. You can't just rate a person on one side of his life. Thanks
You can't have the light without the darkness and unfortunately we will always have both. Elvis helped shine a light into the darkness and exposed the pseudo Christians of his time. We will have more darkness but we will have more light. There is no one good but one.
"For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast." Ephesians 2:8-9
I think y’all missed the message of this video. The video is about the impact Elvis had on the black community. It’s a video to show you that the rumors about Elvis being a racist are unfounded. It’s not about his relationship with Christ or whether anyone on this video had a relationship with Christ. I appreciate that y’all wanted to speak to truth, but you both came across as pretty judgmental. I’m not unsubscribing, but I do hope y’all take a step back and re-evaluate this video and your reaction to it.
You will know them by their fruits. Don't fail to see how he stood up for blacks. And his humanitarian deeds. He showed up as the only white person at BB Kings charity for sick black children. Watch, "Elvis Presley King of Kindness" he gave away as much as he made. He put his money where his mouth was. Thanks for trying, to react to Elvis. Every time they called him the king, he said the only king is Jesus Christ.
- - - This film has done a lot to bring the truth to the general public regarding Elvis, but it is also leaving a big hole in the story. While Elvis was heavily influenced by blues, this documentary & the Austin Butler film on Elvis totally eliminated the other major influences in Elvis' music. American music & Elvis' influences came from nearly every genre, especially Country Music, Pop Crooners like his biggest idol, Dean Martin & Bing Crosby, and Opera/classical like Mario Lanza. We should also mention Bluegrass, with performers like Flatt & Scruggs. If you never neard Foggy Mountain Breakdown by them, you're in for an eyeopener of another factor that contributed to rock. As for Gospel, Elvis first sang in his family's own church, not the minority one, and it was the Assembly of God Church when he was younger. He listened to church music on both sides, so traditional European Hymns were what he sang in his family's church.
Listen to some of Elvis’s gospel songs. Take My Hand, Precious Lord. How Great Thou Art Elvis’s dancing is not humping and doing anything like what people do today. Have you seen him in Jailhouse Rock?
Love seeing 2 young people putting their faith in God and doing good works. Young Brothers and Sisters like yall are our future if there's gonna be one at all. I'm happy you have each other to keep each other strong..Elvis loved the Lord. He knew where his gifts and blessing came from and gave it up to Jesus every chance he got. He was sitting in the bathroom reading a book called " The Scientific Search for Christ " when he died. I think he met God on good terms. I wish yall well and a blessed 2024.
Wow, interesting & disappointing reaction…. You kept saying God is not a God of confusion. You’re saying it say if Elvis brought that on & he didn’t… Elvis wanted unity… God is a God of unity. You’re also “judging” & as Christians you should know better than to judge as you did, only the Almighty God can judge… don’t get me wrong, I understand a reaction to a documentary & one’s liberal rights, but Both of you crossed the line bring God into this, again, only God can judge. Smh
It was dancing not sinning there was no wickedness with him moving to the music. You can’t compare what some artists do today with Presley’s dance moves.You guys may need to look up the story behind this documentary. For years a lot of people around the 1980’s and 90’s started the false rumor that Elvis was racist.
THE BOTH OF YOU PROBABLY DIDN'T KNOW THAT WHITNEY HOUSTON MEET ELVIS PRESLEY IN 1969 WHEN SHE WAS SIX YEARS OLD HER MOTHER SOUL & GOSPEL SINGER CISSY HOUSTON SANGBACKGROUND FOR ELVIS PRESLEY AND ARETHA FRANKLIN.
I really didn’t understand your first comments, elvis wasn’t vulgar it was rock and roll not the boobs and butts on display on most music videos now, it was there opinion even though they were completely wrong they just didn’t like any changes back then sadly, he got so much stick when first on the scene but he stuck to his guns! And the world is a better place for having him 😀
Hey guys, Because of Elvis, not only in music but segregation in general. You both did not say anything about the restaurants that would not serve black people. Elvis broke down those barriers as well. He demanded fair treatment for all people. Through Elvis many doors were opened for the black community. Not just music. These were times when the south was against blacks being treated fairly across the nation. God is judge. No one else should put themselves in his position. Hip hop has taken it to a whole new disgusting level. These people are only allowed to do what they do today because of the Democrats giving into the liberal movement to keep the black vote. People of today do not give a crap about respect for themselves or anyone else. Elvis demanded respect for himself and others that were traveled and performed with him. There is good and bad in everything in our lives. Elvis would have never crossed the line that his mother raised him with. God blessed him and used him to help the division of race in those times. Black gospel wasn't even allowed to be played on the radio. So it was a race barrier that only through Elvis Presley those walls came tumbling down! This documentary is about the good in Elvis that I feel you both tore him down based on what is happening in this world today😢. I am disappointed in how you reacted to this great documentary showing Elvis was not a racist. He was accused of being a racist most of his life. I hope no one else requests your opinions because you all missed the mark on this video. ❤ That's too bad. Elvis was not perfect by any means and he was the first to acknowledge this. 😢
The 1950s was a very racist time in which segregation was the law in the South. So the out cry by some in the White community regarding Elvis' movements were in part fear of their kids expressing their sexuality but mostly it was fear of integration. As the old footage evidences some in the White community were afraid that if their kids started to like Black music then it wouldn't be long before they started to like Black people and, "heaven forbid," maybe even want to marry a Black person, which at the time was illegal in some states. The loss of their racist power structure was the main fear some in the White community had of Elvis. Because he was the most popular person integrating music he was breaking down racial barriers and long held racist beliefs, which was desperately needed.
Absolutely. See the Sam Bell interview with Ba z Lurhman. Sam was his black neighbor that loved Elvis and said there wasn't a racist bone in Elvis body.
You should watch "Baz Luhrmann interviews Sam Bell, Elvis childhood friend". It will explain everything about Elvis , even the movement. It is eye opening . My favorite comment from Sam "he was just one of the boys"
Remember. If it wasn't for Elvis there would be no Beatles. No Rolling stones no Led Zeppelin. No Jimmy Hendrix. No Cream. Ozzy. Iron Maiden.Black Sabbath. Dio. Pink Floyd.Ect. Just Perry Commo. And y'all would not be talking about it 😊or even have a format ❤😅
Given that Elvis de-segregated out music, R&B/Soul/everyone (not just rock) own him a debt for breaking that concrete wall that existed. After Elvis fought the media, movies, TV, & radio, minority artists began charting with regularity, and got media exposure. This was clearly Elvis' doing.
THE BOTH OF YOU PROBABLY DIDN'T KNOW THAT WHITNEY HOUSTON GREW UP SINGING IN THE CHURCH .WHITNEY HOUSTON CAN SING BOTH SECLUAR AND GOSPEL MUSIC. THAT THING I LOVE ABOUT WHITNEY HOUSTON SHE WAS SINGING FOR THE LORD .
i hear ya! this guy (the 3 6 mafia guy) actually said... "my momma had a bunch of kids, like seven or somethin'". this guy does not even know how many, much less who his sisters and/or brothers are. tragic. just sayin'.
His moves were far from anything provocative or door opening to anything immoral.... Elvis just allowed the music, the rhythm & his heart guide his steps. I'm from a strong southern Baptist Church along with Penacostals & the way I've seen both move in revivals would be considered "immoral & more".... just saying.
I just watched this for the first time. I really wish that before someone starts commenting on a subject, whether it's a person or an object, they would read up about the subject they are commenting on. You two, got quite a few things wrong about Elvis. Please read what people said in the chat and read up on your subject. Thanks! 😊
Elvis' bodyguard told a story about a lady who had no legs from the waist down yet raised all her kids kept the house spotless and even raised some of her grandkids. It was in the newspaper and the story about her getting around on this slab of boards with roller skates attached under it and she would wear these thick gloves to scoot herself around with. Someone showed it to Elvis it he was so moved he told his people to find out where she lived. Then he proceeded to buy the best electric wheel chair money could buy and they loaded it into the trunk of the car and went to the ladies house and when her husband came to the door they asked if they could come in and then brought the chair in. Then the called for the lady to come in and see what they had and when she saw it she was so excited she started crying then they all started crying. Elvis told her he was sure how to operate it but it had an instruction manual. When they left the body guard told Elvis, "I don't think she even knew who you were!" to which Elvis replied, "It don't matter......what matters is she knows someone cares!!!"
Elvis never stole nothing. He was just an absolute talent.❤❤❤❤
He invented rock n roll.
Check out the rare DVD called "Seeds of Change" and you'll see why.
The reverend Brewster's words bring me to tears every time, such insight and recognition of one of life's chosen ones. His voice was heartbreakingly beautiful. Rip Elvis
ELVIS recorded almost 800 songs and made 31 movies! He received 3 Grammies for his Gospel Music! He was deeply religious! He was born in Tupelo, Mississippi in the ghetto! He was extremely poverty stricken, growing up! When he was 14, his Daddy moved the family to Memphis! He lived in the projects there! His best friends were all black. In fact, B.B. King was his very best friend! Besides trying to bring blacks and whites together, he was an unbelievable humanitarian! He gave so much money to the poor and disabled! In my opinion, ELVIS was the best entertainer that ever lived! The quote you are trying to think of was Jesus would spew them 20:30 out like dogs vommit! ELVIS was, is, and always be the KING of ROCK and Roll! By the way, he hated to be called KING! HE once stopped a concert to say that "There is only one KING, and that is Jesus Christ! He loved GOD very much! Please play "If I Could Dream"! His manager told him not to sing it. But, ELVIS sang it anyway! He was good friends with Martin Luther King and he was assassinated 2 months before HE sang it as a tribute, to him! He truly loved ALL people! His voice was a masterpiece! And of course, his looks, charisma, and dance moves didn't hurt! He was amazing and paved the way for the future of Rock and Roll! He was and is a living legend!
Thanks for your reaction.
Elvis was born on January 8, 1935 in Tupelo, Mississippi, in a 2 room shack of a house his dad built with money he borrowed from his boss. That's how dirt poor they were. He was one half of identical twins; the other boy - Jesse Garon - was stillborn. They were so poor, that Jesse Garon was buried in a shoebox in an unmarked grave. At Graceland they have a plaque with his name on it in his memory.
Elvis always got along with the black community and learned a lot about music from his friends of color. Also, according to the one drop rule, Elvis would not be considered white, since he has Cherokee ancestors on both the Smith (his mother) and the Presley (his father) sides of the family. His paternal grandfather, Jesse Dunning Presley, was not happy that his two sons, Elvis' father Vernon and his brother Vester, married two sisters, Gladys and Clettes who were known to have Cherokee blood in their family tree. J.D. Presley was quite the racist a-hole, often drunk and a philandering husband to Minnie Mae (they were actually separated long before they finally divorced in 1954) who was always competing with his sons Vester and Vernon and who was known to abuse his kids when drunk. J.D. was was publicly against race mixing and was in denial about the Cherokee blood in his own family tree. It was more publicly known that the Smith family had Native blood in their family tree, so when both his sons fell for 2 Smith sisters and Vernon, on top of that, was still a minor at 17 when he eloped with Gladys who was 4 years older than him, Jesse was totally pissed off.
As a child, Elvis already had many friends in the black community at the time his family was one of 4 "white" families that lived in the predominantly black neighborhood The Hill, just across from Shake Rag. His childhood friend Sam Bell said that some of the (black) kids in that neighborhood had lighter skin than Elvis (ua-cam.com/video/LrFCyNMvZWk/v-deo.html). One of Elvis' bodyguards once said that he thought it was a miracle Elvis got into Humes High School in Memphis, because it was "lily white". Elvis wanted to be more open about his Native ancestry, but his manager "colonel" Tom Parker (real name Andreas van Kuijk) was against it because he was afraid it might cost Elvis fans (and himself money). They did have Elvis play characters in his movies though where he had Native American blood (Flaming Star, G.I. Blues, Stay Away Joe). Once Elvis had his own (apprentice) job learning to be an electrician, he saved up his money and bought his clothes in the same style that many of his friends of color wore. He was called a (forgive me, just stating facts here) "n-lover" and got beaten up several times too. Later, when he was an established star, he would not perform at places where the members of color of his back-up band/orchestra weren't allowed.
As far as Elvis' relationship with God went: he would literally give you the shirt off his back. On UA-cam you can find many clips of people who knew him personally who talk about his generosity and several of them mentioned that you'd better not give him a compliment about something he was wearing, whether it was a piece of jewelry or clothing, because he'd take it off and give it to you. His generosity was legendary, toward charities as well as individuals. And not just to individuals he knew personally, but absolute strangers. Yes, he was a flawed person, but deep inside/instinctively he tried to follow the ways of Jesus. First and foremost when people called him the King, his standard reply would be that there was only one king "Our Lord, Jesus Christ". And aside from that he helped anybody who reached out to him or those of whose hardship he learned through reading it in the paper or in letters or when somebody informed him about it.
Elvis was first and foremost a gospel singer, and he said he moved the same way in church that he moved on stage. He once said, "I'd never do anything that I thought was vulgar in front of my Mama." I'm sure Elvis made some mistakes, but underneath he had a heart of gold and it showed.
I am a child of the 50's and now 80. Tell ya the truth all we had back then was radio and some had black and white TV.
I heard him on radio before I saw him and loved his music. When he came on TV the first time he actually was strange to us. My dad didn't even think he was vulgar, he said the guy looks like he's falling to pieces. He looked very nervous and animated. I didn't think it was sexual I just thought he was very handsome. He had long hair when guys were wearing crew cuts. Obviously when he got real popular he stepped up his game. I truly don't think he thought he was vulgar. And he ended up singing more love songs than any rock stars. And I never saw a rock star that had at least one hymn or gospel song in every concert. He did. In fact he almost didn't go on Sullivan one time because they refused to let him sing peace in the valley. I can't change anyone's opinion but Elvis stayed true to his beliefs till the end, and I think God welcomed him home
Totally respect you both. Elvis wasn't disrespectful in his moves. He would NEVER move in a way that would be inappropriate in front of his mama!! He moved with the music. It wasn't gyrating, it's just that people back then have never seen anyone move like that. Ya have to remember to, it was horrible times of segregation too. Please react to Elvis....King of Kindness.
Just ready to request the same video' King of Kindness' doesn't even begin to describe the love of God and the the Pure Giving heart of Elvis!❤👑❤️
Elivis said he never wanted to be called a king,Elivis said there was only one King and his name was GOD!
Elvis opened the door for black musicians,when the black told how he wasn't going to to the show w/o them why didn't u talk about that??? Or Elvis letting the black guy in u just went right over it the preacher said u thought of calvary u know what that is???? Christ at the cross!!
When Elvis was coming up in the music world in 1958 the issue was not the movements. It was he was singing black music and bringing R&B music to a white music. Until the white stations found out that he was white they would not play his music. The whole point of this video is to show that black musicians did not have a problem with Elvis and did not see him as appropriating black music. Elvis was not racist as some people have been told and continue to perpetuate an untruth.
Elvis didn't like being called the king he would say there is only one king and that is God
In concert the fans screamed you are still the king and Elvis stopped singing and said there is only one King
I'm 62 and and it astounds me that he died when I was 15 (46 years ago) and that I still occasionally play his songs. Love your reactions. You kids make my heart happy.
Elvis came from Gospel, R&B and Country. Elvis ripped no one off.
He did nothing wrong he didn't ask anyone to watch him dance if people didn't like it don't watch him period. I loved the way he danced and i am just 2 yrs younger than Elvis he was my friend and i loved everything about him. I loved Pastor Brewster he was a very loving man but sadly we lost him October 15th 1987 at 90 yrs young. I loved to hear him preach R.I.P. Rev. Brewster he actually baptized me when i was a child i miss him so much. God gave Elvis his talent if God hated dancing he would not of given Elvis his beautiful talent. Prayers to you from the one and only Memphis Tn. btw i am 87 yrs young and i am a fan of TUPAC my daughter introduced me to his music forever ago. I love God as well he let me live this long but my time is almost up cancer got me but my time on earth and my friendship with Elvis and my sweet Priscilla was the biggest honor of this old ladies life. And i have been married over 50 yrs. to the same man. in closing.... Did you hear about the rose that grew
from a crack in the concrete?
Proving nature's law is wrong it
learned to walk with out having feet.
Funny it seems, but by keeping its dreams,
it learned to breathe fresh air.
Long live the rose that grew from concrete
when no one else ever cared~~Tupac 💗❣
Elvis was being supportive for sure!
He wasn't trying to bring anyone down or take away. Thanks for this!❤
Elvis studied religion continuously! He was very close to Reverend Rex Humbard. He was raised as a christian and never forgot his beliefs in God.
I may have not heard you right, but Elvis never performed with 3-6 Mafia, Elvis passed away decades before 3-6 Mafia dubbed in his performance on their recording.
This old vet is here for this! Love your reactions.
Elvis had a pure heart of Gold towards every person he came in contact with
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#ElvisTheKing 👑
Miss him all this years Hello Elvis Bob Joyce Presley thank you guys✌️🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲
Elvis never said he was King he said there is only one king and that's God. Peace out.
Elvis grew up in poverty and lived with blacks. He loved their music and gospel
Christians 🙄 he was only dancing he didn’t drink or smoke when he first started. He went to church with his parents and came from a religious background. Reading up on elvis and really learning about who he was deep down inside is what people need to do. Do not judge unless you want to be judged. Only one person can judge and he sits at the right hand of the father. This is why I left religion a long time ago. So biased and judgmental.
@sherrera66. • Remember when they first started their Channel? Right away they tore on ELVIS. Like how could he be a Christian?
Anyway, there's something that isn't right with these two. They're overboard on what they like; and snidelly and everything they don't, already prejudging.
THANK YOU for your insight! 😊
Big Elvis fan here. Not a day goes by when I don't think of this beautiful person. Equally, full respect to you for your insights whilst being kind to Elvis the man at the same time. It's so easy to lose focus and to agree automatically just to please others. Your thoughts and, I would say, understanding make this a fine reaction video. By the way, the gyrations, were natural - the "Elvis" movie by Baz Luhrman spends some time highlighting the churches, showing the young boy electrified by the preachers and congregation. The energetic movements were a part of his existence from the age of two, when his mother said he ran down the aisle to join in with the choir.
Elvis hated to be called ''the king" in fact elvis said "I'm not the king there's only one & His name is Jesus Christ"
But he would also say the true King of rock and roll was Fats Domino.
@@Chicken_Wing91 yes
Elvis was only dancing! No intent there. Just new for the times. Elvis was WAY ahead of the times. Feel sorry for the prejudice ones. Esp if they were professing Christians!
@joeyk.9450. • I didn't make it very far in this video, and their judgemental reactions. They already had ELVIS condemned to hell when they first mentioned his name.
Now their hungry for money, so both of them keep stressing that point.
I'm afraid I'm done with them and their outright hypocrisy.
Exactly 😎
Elvis, what can i say???
The best human en singer ever ever. Gooood god thank you for this men
He didn’t let in a little bit. They were full of hatred to a man who’s life was for the Lord. He was extremely spiritual. To feel the music is a beautiful thing. Dancing is an art and if you listen to him actually singing gospel ballads, you would cry. He had a beautiful voice and a beautiful love for Jesus. People only see this early Elvis but he sang Peace in the Valley on national TV which nobody did at that time. He sang it for his mom. That’s the kind of man he was. He was a humble, loving and extremely generous man. I felt like you both lectured too much. You’re very negative for so called Christians. I’m Christian and I was taught to love everyone and not to judge. Jesus said we shouldn’t judge unless we’ve done nothing wrong. We’ve all done things other people think are wrong but Jesus loved everyone and his was a God given talent. His voice kept people from suicide, he brings them out of depression. Check out his Gospel music and his ballads. God made a beautiful man with a beautiful heart that Helmsley those in despair. He truly loved his brothers, regardless of color etc. He truly led a life of Jesus and had the Bible with him where ever he went. If you learn about Elvis, I guarantee you’d lecture about him and Jesus in a different way. God bless both of you. ❤❤❤😂
We all embraced God in different ways. We are all not perfect, these people in this video, they were Racist and used God as their way of putting their racist messages across. Elvis loved people of all colours, nothing was black or white to him. They hated him, and some still do now, because they dont know the man himself, so prejudice still alive today when comes to Elvis. He was one hell of a misunderstood young man, but guess what, out of everyone, the World still loved and rememembered this man. Go back to this era, were they really Christians, they were probably the worst behind closed doors. Is moving hips a sin? Elvis went to Pentecostal church and they dance and move. That is how they worshipped God/Lord. I love this man for his love, humanity and humbleness. People called him a King, he said there is only one King and that is God. We need to be opened minded,these were different times, what they have now is SHOCKING and to look at Elvis moves then and them now?????? Elvis was the first Superstar and he represented the younger generations of that time, who just wanted a change of music from their parents. I respect your views as Christians but we just need to look at those times, racism,segregations, times were terrible then. It was a whitemans world then. Even if you are innocent, they will still accuse you of something if you dont roll the way they want you to. I am from the Pacific Islands living in New Zealand, and I love this man, for his music, humanity and humbleness.
Elvis never did lewd dance moves. You are assuming what those people said about him has some truth. Elvis learned a lot of those dance moves in church, and from old-time gospel groups. You truly did miss the point of the video and talked through some the most important parts. Elvis’ biggest influences we’re old southern gospel groups like the Blackwood Brothers and The Statesmen. Research those two groups, and then explain how they were a bad influence. ???
Actually, when he was young, he lived in a ghetto in Tupelo, Mississippi.
Elvis won his grammy awards for his gospel music
Elvis never liked being called the "King" He would always say "There's only one King & He's in Heaven!" Elvis loved the Lord & he knew he had a God-given talent! Who else besides Elvis could sing a Gospel song in his Rock n Roll concert? There's no telling how many people heard their first Gospel song by being at an Elvis concert! Gospel was always Elvis's favorite kind of music & what he would play & sing off the concert stage. Other than in rehearsals). Elvis was human & made mistakes just like everyone else but grew up in Church & never forgot that God loved him! The world would be a lot better place if there were more like Elvis in it! 🙏❤️🙏
Nice to see you two. Missed ya! Welcome back!
Elvis grew up in the Pentecostal church and they danced and raised their hands when they sang and worshipped. Elvis actually shook his legs at the beginning because he was nervous, but I know he didn’t think it was lewd-he had seen it done in church.
Also, I think we have to remember we don’t control the outcome of our actions-God does. I do not think Elvis had any idea that his singing and dancing would have the effect on people that it did-he honestly thought that after about 3 years things would die down and he would have a “normal” life-he was constantly asking people if he should be preaching, or only singing gospel-he struggled frequently with how he was supposed to invest his talents.
There is part 2 of this doc
The astrodome story gives me goosebumps every time
Elvis was and will always be the best, beautiful generous soul. You should watch Elvis The King of Kindness, which only shows a small portion of his generous heart
Elvis did not like being called the king. He said their was only one and his name was Jesus Christ
Please quit saying Elvis danced provocative. He was not GYRATING. Since he was 3 years old, he danced in church, moving and shaking his legs. It was NOT considered improper except by the people who were racist and thought he sounded black. Im tired of the bad comments for someone who gave so much to so many. Elvis did not like to be called the King, as he stated there is only one King, Our Heavenly Father. He loved the Lord, and always had his Bibles travel with him. He would hold bible studies with his friends and bodyguards as he wanted to bring everyone to know and love God, but he didn't ridicule or judge people. He preached to love one another as Jesus did. So please be kind. Elvis was not a perfect man, but he did want to try and be the man that God wanted him to be. He prayed a lot and asked for divine guidance. I appreciate how he sang gospel music in all of his concerts. How many singers did that? Not any that i know unless all they sang was gospel. God gave us a beautiful gift in Elvis, not only with his voice, but
how he shared his love of people and of God. You should thank God for giving such a beautiful person to the world.
This is a link to an interview where Elvis is asked about his moves. It starts off about a bad review Elvis received about his performing and it also says some horrible things about his fans who Elvis defends. It goes on to talk about his church and his dance moves. Very interesting interview. Elvis says how his moves are not meant to be sexual and how he's just feeling the music.
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Elvis said he could not sing if he could not move.
There is a video called Elvis a generous heart.I would like you to react to.Thank you guys enjoyed your heart as well
Elvis had his first hit "Thats Alright Mama" in 1954.
Chuck Berry, Little Richard, and Bo Diddiley all had their first hits in 1955. ELvis was influenced by Big Boy Crudup, Willie DIxon, Muddy Waters etc from blues
One thing that seems to be ignored is Rock and Roll was not just blues-it was a combination of country, blues, pop of the era and gospel music. All 4 of these became rock and roll.
BUT he was also influenced by Eddy Arnold, Hank Snow, Hank WIlliams etc from country music.
And influenced by Dean Martin, Bing Crosby, Nat King Cole and others from pop music of the era
NOT to forget he was born in Tupelo Mississippi and lived on the poor black side of town where he went to black and white churches and loved gospel music. He "organically" was drenched in the black culture of the south,
I must point out that Chuck Berry was influenced greatly by country artists-his first hit "Maybelline" was actually a country artist Bob Wills song from the 40s "Ida Red" that Chuck wrote new lyrics for and sped up.
No one says Chuck stole from country-he was influenced by country.
Ray Charles had several hits with "cover versions" of country songs-some of the first music he heard as a child was from the "
Grand ole Opry on radio. He was influenced by country-no one says he stole from it.
BB King who was a great friend with Elvis said:
"Once a music is exposed to us, anyone can take or add to it -music is for everyone" and he added "to me they did not get it wrong when they called him the King"
James Brown was one of the few people who was allowed to visit the “King” at his open coffin. “He was in there for hours,” Elvis’ guitarist James Burton recalled in an interview. “I think they had to drag him away because he wouldn’t leave.” 😮🥰
Elvis disliked it intensely when people referred to him as the King of Rock and Roll - his retort would always be: " There is only one King - Jesus! " As a person born in the 1950's I grew up listening to and loving his music, especially his Gospel music and hymns. He had a beautiful soul, please don't judge him too harshly, he had a very hard and rough childhood. Much love and respect from Durban, South Africa 🇿🇦
THE BOTH OF YOU SHOULD REACT TO ELVIS PRESLEY & THE BLACK COMMUNITY PART 2
Could u react to the king of kindness video about elvis generosity please, elvis did alot of good.
Did you know Elvis did benifit for Pearl Harbor in 1961 to help get it completed Did you know if it wasn’t for Elvis st Jude hospital would not be completed. Very generous and loving soul.
THIS is one of the BEST documentaries out there!! ❤
Just starting "If Elvis being a Christian thought he was doing anything "wrong" to the Youth He would not of done it" - Elvis was of the Pentecostal Faith - Same as Me I Have been Pentecostal ( Assembly Of God ) My whole life -- Very Old Southern Faith - He was asked in 1956 Audio Interview about "Holy Rollers" In which they call Pentecostal's and He was not happy about them saying Holy Rollers and HE SAID My Movements did not come from My Religion --- Just wanted to give you some insight -- As He says It was The Music that made him move how he did and was not Sexual in nature -
This beginning was about racism. Period.
At one of his concerts some fans were holding up a sign that Elvis the king of rock and roll. When he saw it he said that there's only one king ang HIS NAME IS JESUS CHRIST!!! Elvis had his demons sure. But I believe that in his last hour on earth he made things right. He knew who to call on. The one and only way to Heaven, JESUS
You guys, if you haven't yet, you should watch Sammy Davis, jr, "Mr. Entertainment". Wonderful performer.
So funny because Elvis learned a lot of his moves from his early experiences in predominantly Black church services. His physical expression of, and his feel for, the rhythmic beat of a lot of that rousing Southern Gospel music is blatantly evident. Surely you've seen such unbridled behavior in church-tent revival meetings, folks filled with the "Holy Ghost" who jump up out of the pews and start doing the boogaloo down the aisles! Especially when they had a band with a thumping bass and some cat was wailing on a good ol' Hammond B3 keyboard! Elvis had absorbed the spirit and vibe of that form of musical and physical expression and fused it with Country and Blues.
Elvis' family had their own church and being charismatic in worship is not exclusive only by minority churches. it exists on both sides, esp via fundamentalist in nature. I don't think he copied anyone though, his style was pretty unique to himself.
Ok now that we have gone over Elvis' short comings, it is only fair to show his other side in fairness react to "Elvis Presley King of Kindness" and "Elvis Presley A Generous Heart". That is what no one ever does. You can't just rate a person on one side of his life. Thanks
You can't have the light without the darkness and unfortunately we will always have both. Elvis helped shine a light into the darkness and exposed the pseudo Christians of his time. We will have more darkness but we will have more light. There is no one good but one.
Appreciate your perspective you two!
I grew up in the Newfoundland and Labrador my time growing we loved to jive ,limbo wataz. Not once we talked. About everything except evix
❤ Great reaction again❤ God bless you both❤
"For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast."
Ephesians 2:8-9
Elvis was very spiritual.
Thank you ❤
I think y’all missed the message of this video. The video is about the impact Elvis had on the black community. It’s a video to show you that the rumors about Elvis being a racist are unfounded. It’s not about his relationship with Christ or whether anyone on this video had a relationship with Christ. I appreciate that y’all wanted to speak to truth, but you both came across as pretty judgmental. I’m not unsubscribing, but I do hope y’all take a step back and re-evaluate this video and your reaction to it.
Yep. We’ll said.
Yep they completely missed the whole point of this vidio.
Yeah didn’t get the message 😂
You will know them by their fruits. Don't fail to see how he stood up for blacks. And his humanitarian deeds. He showed up as the only white person at BB Kings charity for sick black children. Watch, "Elvis Presley King of Kindness" he gave away as much as he made. He put his money where his mouth was. Thanks for trying, to react to Elvis. Every time they called him the king, he said the only king is Jesus Christ.
I love how yall speak about Jesus. I love it
Every morning my mama will start the day whit elvis presley singing gospels.
- - - This film has done a lot to bring the truth to the general public regarding Elvis, but it is also leaving a big hole in the story. While Elvis was heavily influenced by blues, this documentary & the Austin Butler film on Elvis totally eliminated the other major influences in Elvis' music. American music & Elvis' influences came from nearly every genre, especially Country Music, Pop Crooners like his biggest idol, Dean Martin & Bing Crosby, and Opera/classical like Mario Lanza. We should also mention Bluegrass, with performers like Flatt & Scruggs. If you never neard Foggy Mountain Breakdown by them, you're in for an eyeopener of another factor that contributed to rock.
As for Gospel, Elvis first sang in his family's own church, not the minority one, and it was the Assembly of God Church when he was younger. He listened to church music on both sides, so traditional European Hymns were what he sang in his family's church.
Listen to some of Elvis’s gospel songs. Take My Hand, Precious Lord. How Great Thou Art
Elvis’s dancing is not humping and doing anything like what people do today. Have you seen him in Jailhouse Rock?
Love seeing 2 young people putting their faith in God and doing good works. Young Brothers and Sisters like yall are our future if there's gonna be one at all. I'm happy you have each other to keep each other strong..Elvis loved the Lord. He knew where his gifts and blessing came from and gave it up to Jesus every chance he got. He was sitting in the bathroom reading a book called " The Scientific Search for Christ " when he died. I think he met God on good terms. I wish yall well and a blessed 2024.
I like that Marcus' thoughts are different from the norm. Regarding Three 6 Mafia, they in here because they used Elvis' song as a sample. 💚🤙
I HOPE THE BOTH OF YOU WILL REACT TO ELVIS PRESLEY AND THE BLACK COMMUNITY PART 2.
Wow, interesting & disappointing reaction…. You kept saying God is not a God of confusion. You’re saying it say if Elvis brought that on & he didn’t… Elvis wanted unity… God is a God of unity. You’re also “judging” & as Christians you should know better than to judge as you did, only the Almighty God can judge… don’t get me wrong, I understand a reaction to a documentary & one’s liberal rights, but Both of you crossed the line bring God into this, again, only God can judge. Smh
It was dancing not sinning there was no wickedness with him moving to the music. You can’t compare what some artists do today with Presley’s dance moves.You guys may need to look up the story behind this documentary. For years a lot of people around the 1980’s and 90’s started the false rumor that Elvis was racist.
THE BOTH OF YOU PROBABLY DIDN'T KNOW THAT WHITNEY HOUSTON MEET ELVIS PRESLEY IN 1969 WHEN SHE WAS SIX YEARS OLD HER MOTHER SOUL & GOSPEL SINGER CISSY HOUSTON SANGBACKGROUND FOR ELVIS PRESLEY AND ARETHA FRANKLIN.
On January 8th, 2024, ELVIS would have been 89 years old!! RIP ELVIS!!❤😢
I really didn’t understand your first comments, elvis wasn’t vulgar it was rock and roll not the boobs and butts on display on most music videos now, it was there opinion even though they were completely wrong they just didn’t like any changes back then sadly, he got so much stick when first on the scene but he stuck to his guns! And the world is a better place for having him 😀
Hey guys, Because of Elvis, not only in music but segregation in general. You both did not say anything about the restaurants that would not serve black people. Elvis broke down those barriers as well. He demanded fair treatment for all people. Through Elvis many doors were opened for the black community. Not just music. These were times when the south was against blacks being treated fairly across the nation. God is judge. No one else should put themselves in his position. Hip hop has taken it to a whole new disgusting level. These people are only allowed to do what they do today because of the Democrats giving into the liberal movement to keep the black vote. People of today do not give a crap about respect for themselves or anyone else. Elvis demanded respect for himself and others that were traveled and performed with him. There is good and bad in everything in our lives. Elvis would have never crossed the line that his mother raised him with. God blessed him and used him to help the division of race in those times. Black gospel wasn't even allowed to be played on the radio. So it was a race barrier that only through Elvis Presley those walls came tumbling down! This documentary is about the good in Elvis that I feel you both tore him down based on what is happening in this world today😢. I am disappointed in how you reacted to this great documentary showing Elvis was not a racist. He was accused of being a racist most of his life. I hope no one else requests your opinions because you all missed the mark on this video. ❤ That's too bad. Elvis was not perfect by any means and he was the first to acknowledge this. 😢
Good grief. Your hearts are in the right place. But, goodness me. Respectfully. 🥃
Jesus is the answer..thank you for sending that message loud and clear. God bless you two.
Elvis did not like to be called the King; he said that Jesus was the only king.
14 And David danced before the Lord with all his might, wearing a priestly garment. (2 Samuel 6:14)
Love you guys and your channel, keep it coming ❤❤
Elvis did not like being called The King. He had stated there was only King and not that Jesus Christ the Lord.
Wow you really drilled down into the ' rippoff' theory brilliantly .
The 1950s was a very racist time in which segregation was the law in the South. So the out cry by some in the White community regarding Elvis' movements were in part fear of their kids expressing their sexuality but mostly it was fear of integration. As the old footage evidences some in the White community were afraid that if their kids started to like Black music then it wouldn't be long before they started to like Black people and, "heaven forbid," maybe even want to marry a Black person, which at the time was illegal in some states. The loss of their racist power structure was the main fear some in the White community had of Elvis. Because he was the most popular person integrating music he was breaking down racial barriers and long held racist beliefs, which was desperately needed.
Absolutely. See the Sam Bell interview with Ba z Lurhman. Sam was his black neighbor that loved Elvis and said there wasn't a racist bone in Elvis body.
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You should watch "Baz Luhrmann interviews Sam Bell, Elvis childhood friend". It will explain everything about Elvis , even the movement. It is eye opening . My favorite comment from Sam "he was just one of the boys"
I will forever have the opinion that Little Richard told the Lie that is still believed today.
Remember. If it wasn't for Elvis there would be no Beatles. No Rolling stones no Led Zeppelin. No Jimmy Hendrix. No Cream. Ozzy. Iron Maiden.Black Sabbath. Dio. Pink Floyd.Ect. Just Perry Commo. And y'all would not be talking about it 😊or even have a format ❤😅
Given that Elvis de-segregated out music, R&B/Soul/everyone (not just rock) own him a debt for breaking that concrete wall that existed. After Elvis fought the media, movies, TV, & radio, minority artists began charting with regularity, and got media exposure. This was clearly Elvis' doing.
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Each generation always tries to be a little more outrageous, so they can increase their shock value and its gone to far .
I’m surprised you guys did not react to the first clip of them video with Al Green. I hope you know who Al Green is
THE BOTH OF YOU PROBABLY DIDN'T KNOW THAT WHITNEY HOUSTON GREW UP SINGING IN THE CHURCH .WHITNEY HOUSTON CAN SING BOTH SECLUAR AND GOSPEL MUSIC. THAT THING I LOVE ABOUT WHITNEY HOUSTON SHE WAS SINGING FOR THE LORD .
Great reaction! Thanks from Finland!❤
i hear ya! this guy (the 3 6 mafia guy) actually said... "my momma had a bunch of kids, like seven or somethin'". this guy does not even know how many, much less who his sisters and/or brothers are. tragic. just sayin'.
His moves were far from anything provocative or door opening to anything immoral.... Elvis just allowed the music, the rhythm & his heart guide his steps. I'm from a strong southern Baptist Church along with Penacostals & the way I've seen both move in revivals would be considered "immoral & more".... just saying.
Listen to “Take My Hand Precious Lord”, his greatest Gospel Song ever.
Have you guys reacted to the song "If I Can Dream"? Elvis pours his heart and soul into it.
I just watched this for the first time. I really wish that before someone starts commenting on a subject, whether it's a person or an object, they would read up about the subject they are commenting on. You two, got quite a few things wrong about Elvis. Please read what people said in the chat and read up on your subject. Thanks! 😊
If you like Elvis you need to ... im sorry there is no other way to say... WAKE UP ! you are so close....