Elvis Aaron Presley, in the humblest of circumstances, was born to Vernon and Gladys Presley in a two-room house in Tupelo, Mississippi on January 8, 1935.
Elvis' musical influences were the pop and country music of the time, the gospel music he heard in church and at the all-night gospel sings he frequently attended, and the black R&B he absorbed on historic Beale Street as a Memphis teenager. In 1954, he began his singing career with the legendary Sun Records label in Memphis. In late 1955, his recording contract was sold to RCA Victor. By 1956, he was an international sensation. With a sound and style that uniquely combined his diverse musical influences and blurred and challenged the social and racial barriers of the time, he ushered in a whole new era of American music and popular culture.
He starred in 33 successful films, made history with his television appearances and specials, and knew great acclaim through his many, often record-breaking, live concert performances on tour and in Las Vegas. Globally, he has sold over one billion records, more than any other artist. His American sales have earned him gold, platinum or multi-platinum awards for 150 different albums and singles, far more than any other artist. Among his many awards and accolades were 14 Grammy nominations (3 wins) from the National Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences, the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, which he received at age 36, and his being named One of the Ten Outstanding Young Men of the Nation for 1970 by the United States Jaycees. Without any of the special privileges his celebrity status might have afforded him, he honorably served his country in the U.S. Army.
His talent, good looks, sensuality, charisma, and good humor endeared him to millions, as did the humility and human kindness he demonstrated throughout his life. Known the world over by his first name, he is regarded as one of the most important figures of twentieth century popular culture.
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happy b-day to the wonderful king of rock n roll .. wish you were still here .. much love goes out to you and your family on this day ... the burning love gal
Happy 75th birthday to the KING OF ROCK 'N' ROLL! Elvis fans........Please check out our song, "Elvis Love Songs (Trashy Lingerie)" on the Black Angel MySpace page.
I wish you were here to celebrate your 75th birthday my friend. Hobow away in distance you aways be in my heart and every time that i listen your music you will be here with me. Love you 4 ever my friend. Kisses
To my Elvis, I want to wish a very happy and great birthday! you will forever be in my heart and always be the king to me. Love you Elvis my dear. God bless.
Happy Birthday E! Just wanted to say my family and I visited Graceland in 07' and I enjoyed it very much. It's so peaceful and relaxing. If it wasn't for you the rest of us in the music world would not exist. God Bless. Peace, Love And Respect!
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